Theater Review: Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol—a contrasting look

By Edith McCauley Theater Critic Artists’ Ensemble’s production of Tom Mula’s version of Charles Dickens’ classic represents a stark contrast to the
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Kortman Gallery hosts Jude McCanse book signing Dec. 11

From press release J.R. Kortman Center for Design will host a book signing for Rockford author Jude McCanse from 7 to
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Find Your Space: Visit us for holiday fun, gifts and time for reflection

By Gale Ketteler Womanspace Program Coordinator & Media Specialist Womanspace is a beautiful and relaxing place for holiday shopping, gift-making, plus getting
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Theater Review: A Christmas Carol—A continuing family tradition

By Edith McCauley Theater Critic Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, first staged at Chicago’s Goodman Theatre 32 years ago, continues to
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Cheech and Chong to hit Rockford March 27

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Comedian Tommy Chong predicted several years ago he and Richard “Cheech” Marin would again experience a big
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Elements of Style: Striking ingredients can help keep you on-trend

By Kristina Leftwich Staff Writer Trends can often be overwhelming, confusing and impractical. This season’s harem pants will give way to next
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The Wandering Sons keep Nielsen brothers busy

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Life is good for Rockford natives Daxx Nielsen and Miles Nielsen. Both have played a number of
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Lucia Fest Dec. 12 at First Lutheran Church

From press release First Lutheran Church’s 51st Annual Lucia Fest will be from 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Dec. 12, at
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Ethnic Heritage Museum celebrates holiday traditions Dec. 5-6

From press release “It’s the most wonderful time of the year…” and the six galleries at the Ethnic Heritage Museum (EHM)
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Timber Lake offers The Santa Class

From press release MT. CARROLL, Ill.—The Santa Class at Timber Lake Playhouse in Mt. Carroll, Ill., is a unique look at
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Artists’ Ensemble presents new take on an old classic

From press release Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol is the story of Jacob Marley’s heroic behind-the-scenes efforts to save old Scrooge’s soul—and
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Mendelssohn’s 125th Anniversary Holiday Gala Concert Dec. 4

From press release Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center (MPAC) will present its 125th Anniversary Holiday Gala Concert at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec.
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Charlotte’s Web presents Celtic Harp, Blues Mandolin

From press releases Charlotte’s Web for the Performing Arts is hosting two events this weekend, Friday and Sunday. Check them out
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Theater Review: E. Faye Butler at Lincolnshire’s Marriot: ‘Memories and Music…’

By Edith McCauley Theater Critic An evening of song and stories at the Lincolnshire Marriot gave friends, family and fans a retrospective
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Yes, Virginia, we’re all doomed at Sullivan Theater

From flier Aphoria Productions presents Yes, Virginia, we’re all doomed, a sketch comedy show with special musical guests, Dec. 5, 6,
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Pec Playhouse holds auditions for Don’t Drink the Water

From press release PECATONICA, Ill.—Pec Playhouse Theatre will hold auditions for its next production, Woody Allen’s Don’t Drink the Water, at
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From player to producer

Guitarist/producer Bob Kulick talks about his role atop the rock and roll industry By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Imagine being at a Cheap
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RAM Talks Art: Art and healing: Hollis Sigler: Expect the Unexpected

By Melissa Seipel Graphic Art Director, Rockford Art Museum The work of Hollis Sigler, whose life was prematurely taken by breast cancer,
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‘Women In Art’ at Rockford Career College Dec. 4-5

Show features more than 30 artists From press release Women in Art X 3” holiday art show will be held from 5-
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Betsy Youngquist exhibits ‘Fantastic’ works in the Kortman Gallery

Opening reception set for 5:30-9 p.m., Friday, Nov. 27 From press release Celebrated Rockford artist Betsy Youngquist, who creates colorful and compelling
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Theater Review: It’s a Wonderful Life at Pec Playhouse

By Edith McCauley Theater Critic Diane Grosvenor-Johnson, long-time member of the Pec Playhouse Company in Pecatonica, Ill., directs the current production with
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Nutcracker Ballet takes Coronado stage Nov. 28

From press release Rockford Symphony Orchestra (RSO) and the Rockford Dance Company are once again collaborating to present Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker
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Rockford Park District hosts holiday tree lighting event

From press release Gather family and friends for the sights, sounds and fun of the holiday season to enjoy the free
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Hanging Out in Rockford: Old hats, stone eagles and copper pots—part two

By Mike Leifheit Columnist As I arrive at The Stone Eagle Bar, the construction area is blocked off by a chain-link fence,
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Arts Council News: Handel’s Messiah presented by Rockford Choral Union

By Anne E. O’Keefe Executive Director, Rockford Area Arts Council Sixty-four years is quite an impressive run for any production. The Rockford Choral
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Cirque Dreams Illumination at Coronado

From press release Cirque Dreams Illumination will ignite Rockford when it performs at the Coronado Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m.,
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Emily Bear to perform at Mendelssohn event

From press release Rockford’s own piano prodigy, 8-year-old Emily Bear, will present a short concert on the Mendelssohn Performing Arts Center’s
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Hanging Out in Rockford: Old hats, stone eagles and copper pots—part one

By Mike Leifheit Columnist I am sitting at my stool by the little bar when my phone rings. I am engaged in
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Jim Brickman ready for Rockford return Nov. 20

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer When the Christmas season officially begins is still up for debate. For those who catch Jim Brickman
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CD Review: Hot Chelle Rae: Edgy and trendy, with a promising future

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Being the son of a man Eddie Van Halen once called the best guitar player in the
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Blues In the Schools returns with Joe Filisko, Eric Noden

From press release It’s once again time for Blues In The Schools (BITS)! Joe Filisko and Eric Noden will be returning to
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Las Vegas, new releases keep Cheap Trick busy

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Besides having a successful summer touring with Def Leppard and Poison, Cheap Trick released a new studio
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Musical Parade set at Rockford College Nov. 19-22

From press release Parade, a popular Broadway musical, will be performed at Rockford College Nov. 19-22 in the college’s Maddox Theatre. The
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Pieta Brown, Annie & Rod Capps, Ernie Hendrickson & Miles Nielsen perform for Web

From press releases Charlotte’s Web has two shows at different venues this weekend. You’re invited to two CD release parties/concert events—check
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‘Power Up Live’—a live performance showcase and Web-a-thon

From press release Bar 3 will host Power Up Live”—a live performance showcase and Web-a-thon to benefit YouthBuild Rockford from 5-11 p.m.,
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Theater Review: Armory’s A Wonderful Life an outstanding musical adaptation

By Edith McCauley Theater Critic Adapted from the Frank Capra film, It’s a Wonderful Life, Janesville Armory’s musical version reaches a level
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Hanging Out in Rockford: As birthdays go—part two

By Mike Leifheit Columnist The girl cab driver offers to drive back to the Irish Rose to get the tickets, the tickets
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Sounds of Good News celebrates 30 years

An exclusive interview with Carl (‘Mr. C’) Cole By Susan Johnson Copy Editor As Sounds Of Good News (SOGN) Productions nears its 30th
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‘Dino and a Movie’ Nov. 13 at Burpee

From press release Burpee Museum of Natural History will host a fund-raiser, “Dino and a Movie,” from 7 to 10 p.m.,
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RAMI opens nominations, releases 2009-10 schedule

From press release Rockford Area Music Industry Award (RAMI) nominations are now open. Criteria for Lifetime Achievement, Community Service, Outstanding Achievement
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Sons of the Never Wrong and Dean Moriarty perform Nov. 6-7

From press release Charlotte’s Web for the Performing Arts presents two acts Nov. 6-7 at different venues. Both offer lively music
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Jerry Seinfeld back at Coronado Nov. 5

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer Comedian Jerry Seinfeld, known for his witty, observational “what’s the deal with…” humor, will play the Coronado
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Concert Review: The Dylan experience

By Kathleen D. Tresemer Columnist “Something is happening here, but you don’t know what it is. Do you, Mister Jones?”—“Ballad of a
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Hanging Out in Rockford: As birthdays go—part one

By Mike Leifheit Columnist I visited my son in Budapest on my 57th birthday. I arrived in the afternoon, and he picked
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Night Ranger entertains at Hogtoberfest Oct. 23

Members of San Francisco’s classic rock band Night Ranger and the Rockford IceHogs Fire & Ice cheerleaders entertained fans at
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Rue Marche renovates

From press release Rue Marche, “Rockford’s Best Karaoke Bar” (rockfordrestaurants.com), has renovated to better serve their customers. Improvements include re-finished floors, upgraded
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What’s Local: Olson Funeral and Cremation Services—local since 1888

By Jim Hagerty Staff Writer To stay in business for a decade is a significant milestone. To remain strong for more than
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Part III: Local lore

Editor’s note: The following is the third in a series. Part one appeared in the Oct. 14-20, 2009, issue, and
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Start a new holiday tradition by visiting McHenry County

From press release MCHENRY COUNTY, Ill.—“So this is Christmas, and what have you done?” If that line from John Lennon’s 1971
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Buddy—The Buddy Holly Story opens at Wisconsin Theatreworks

From press release BELOIT, Wis.—Feb. 3, 1959, the man who changed the face of popular music tragically died in a plane
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