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SPECIAL EVENT: One Love Fest: Unity of Art and Music
Saturday, Dec. 12… By Anita Overcash Tonight, The Art House presents One Love Fest: Unity of Art and Music, sponsored by Pynk Chocolate Events, JazzUndaground and The W.E. Foundation, Inc. The event will feature a performance by reggae act Middle Passage X, as well as spoken word via open mic, arts and crafts, and art on display by local and visiting artists, including Michael Cooper, Natasha Powell, Antoine Williams and more. A portion of the proceeds go to Toys for Tots and domestic violence victims. For
THEATER: The Santaland Diaries
Wednesday, Dec. 16… By Anita overcash Actor's Theatre of Charlotte brings its longtime holiday favorite and one-man show, The Santaland Diaries, back to its stage for performances through Dec. 20. The show — by David Sedaris; adapted by Joe Mantello; directed by Chip Decker — takes a realistic approach on just how cheerful it'd be (Not!) to work as Santa's little helper during a shopping frenzy at Macy's Santaland. A pissed-off elf whose holiday spirit is as cold as ice puts a spin on all the
BOOK SIGNING: John Grooms signs Deliver Us From Weasels
Friday, Dec. 11… By Anita overcash As you all know, Creative Loafing's Boomer With Attitude columnist John Grooms has a lot to say. He takes to ranting on everything from politicians to, well, pretty much anyone and anything that gets in his head. It should come as no surprise then that he's gone and penned his thoughts to paper, with his latest book, Deliver Us From Weasels, which contains a diverse collection of his essays and musings. He'll read and sign the book on Dec. 11
NIGHTLIFE: Karaoke Night at Dixie's Tavern
Monday, Dec. 14… By Kim Lawson Mondays suck. The beginning of the work week comes much too fast after a fun weekend of drinking and hanging with good peeps. Why not extend your weekend fun a bit by checking out Karaoke Night at Dixie's Tavern. This is one of the hottest spots to be at every Monday, with $2.50 drafts and $3 soco shots. And who doesn't love a little karaoke to start your week off right? 301. E. 7th St. 704-374-1700. www.dixiescharlotte.com….
MUSIC: A Rockapella Holiday
Tuesday, Dec. 15… By Anita overcash When five guys can kick it a capella style, they don't need instruments. Tonight, a group of musicians will bring its show A Rockapella Holiday, featuring lots of holiday songs, to McGlohon Theatre. The super cool thing about this group is that they actually used to be a house band on the PBS TV show Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? Crazy, huh? $34 and up. Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 16, 7:30 p.m. McGlohon Theatre, 345 N. College
MUSIC: BoomBox
Thursday, Dec. 10… By Anita Overcash The two-man duo — consisting of producer/engineer/DJ/drummer Russ Randolph and producer/DJ/ vocalist/guitarist Zion Rock Godchaux — known as BoomBox blasts out beat-bopping electronic sounds that mix with funky guitar riffs for an all-out psychedelic musical experience. The jam band's tunes are mellow, yet soulful. Get your groove on when the band brings its rhythms to Neighborhood Theatre tonight. $10. 9:30 p.m. Neighborhood Theatre, 511 E. 36th St. 704-358-9298. www.neighborhoodtheatre.com….
Charlotte Critic has lived in Charlotte for 5 years. My backgroundis in Italian food, latin food and the restaurants of New York and Miami. I believe that value and large portion is as important as all other aspects of dining. I love a huge meatball sub as well as fine dining.