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Thursday, September 04, 2008
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Miranda Lambert is appearing with her boyfriend Blake Shelton at the York Fair at 7:30 p.m. Monday.



York Fair features huge acts

Several big-name entertainers will be performing at the first week of the York Fair.

Among them:

  • Comedian Larry the Cable Guy performs at 8 p.m. Sept. 5. Tickets are $40 to $45.

  • Youth-friendly performers Doodlebops perform at 2 p.m. Sept. 6. Tickets are $12.50.

  • Rocker Gavin DeGraw performs at 8 p.m. Sept. 6. Tickets are $20 to $25.

  • Country couple Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert perform at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 8. Tickets are $25 to $28.

  • Rock legends ZZ Top perform at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 9. Tickets are $32 to $35.




  • Rock bands Breaking Benjamin and Seether perform at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 10. Tickets are $32 to $35.

    The York Fair is located at 334 Carlisle Ave. in York, Pa. For more information, call 727-848-2033 or www.yorkfair.org.

    Pandolfi comes to Arts Center

    Pianist Thomas Pandolfi will perform several George Gershwin works at the Carroll Arts Center at 7 p.m. Sept. 5.

    Pandolfi has performed with several symphonies.

    He'll play Gershwin classics like "I Got Rhythm," "Our Love is Here to Stay" and "Rhapsody in Blue."

    Carroll Arts Center is located at 91 West Main St. in Westminster.

    Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for students, seniors and Carroll County Arts Council members.

    For more information, call 410-848-7272 or www.carr.org/arts.

    Exhibit of paintings opens at McDaniel

    The McDaniel College Department of Art and Art History presents an exhibit of paintings at the Esther Prangley Rice Gallery in Peterson Hall through Sept. 26.

    Artist Lillian Bayley Hoover created the works, which uses toys models and plastic dolls to investigate the realm of national and international political conflicts.

    McDaniel College is located at 2 College Hill in Westminster. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. The gallery is free to the public.

    A closing reception will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Sept. 23. For more information, call 410-857-2595.

    Steam Show days comes to Farm Museum

    Expect plenty of antique farm machinery, cars and working demonstrations at Steam Show Days at the Carroll County Farm Museum Sept. 5-7.

    The event will also feature wagon rides, farmhouse tours and a flea market.

    The event is being held from 7 a.m. to dusk Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Admission is free.

    The Carroll County Farm Museum is located at 500 S. Center St. in Westminster.

    For more information, call 410-386-3880.

    Many Moons in Towson

    The Asian Arts & Culture Center is presenting the 4th Many Moons Festival at Towson University from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 6.

    The festival features performances by professional dancers and musicians, hands-on arts and crafts workshops, and martial arts demonstrations.

    Craftspeople will also be on hand. Food and tea will be available.

    The event is being held at Towson University's Center for the Arts, 8000 York Road in Towson.

    Tickets are $13 for advance purchase, $15 for general admission at the door, $5 for students and youths 3 and older. Admission is free for youths 3 and younger.

    For more information, call 410-704-2807 or visit www.towson.edu.

    Seinfeld bringing the laughs

    Comedian Jerry Seinfeld is holding two performances at Meyerhoff Symphony Hall in Baltimore this weekend.

    His first is scheduled for 7 p.m. Sept. 5, and the second is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. Sept. 6.

    Meyerhoff Symphony Hall is located at 1212 Cathedral St. in Baltimore.

    Tickets are $61.50 to $76.50.

    For more information, call 410-783-8000 or visit www.bsomusic.org.

    Newhart making two appearances in the area

    Comedian Bob Newhart is making two appearances in the region this weekend.

    He'll perform at 8 p.m. Sept. 5 at the Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C. Tickets are $49.50 to $75.

    The Warner Theatre is located at 13th Street between E and F streets in Washington, D.C.

    For more information, call 202-783-4000 or www.warnertheatre.com.

    He'll also perform at the Hershey Theatre at 8 p.m. Sept. 6. Tickets are $49.50 to $75.

    Hershey Theatre is located at 15 E. Caracas Ave. in Hershey, Pa.

    For more information, call 717-534-3405 or www.hersheytheatre.com.

    Event has international flavor

    Merchants will be utilizing decorations, games and performers representing locations throughout the world during Frederick's First Saturday event.

    China, France and Greece are among the nations expected to be represented.

    First Saturday takes place from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sept. 6 throughout Downtown Frederick.

    For more information, call 301-698-8118 or visit www.downtownfrederick.org.

    Christmas Carols arrive early

    The Owing Mills Mall will be hosting Christmas Carol-oke Summer Jam, a free competition in which contestants will be invited to sing their favorite Christmas carols for a chance to win a trip for two to Atlanta.

    The winners will also get a chance to appear on an episode of the Gospel Music Channel's "The Kitchen Sink."

    The event is being held from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 6 at Owings Mills Mall at 10300 Mill Run Circle.

    For more information, visit www.gospelmusicchannel.com/carol.

    Doll House festival comes to Timonium

    Doll House enthusiasts will gather for the Maryland Dollhouse Miniatures Festival from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 7 in Timonium.

    The festival features a show and sale of dolls, doll houses and furniture.

    Miniature Enthusiasts of Westminster Club led by Romaine Eyler and Helen Sparks will provide exhibits and a children's workshop from noon to 2 p.m.

    The event is being held at the Days Inn Timonium at 9615 Deereco Road.

    Tickets are $6 for adults and $4 for children.

    For more information, call 410-560-1000 or visit www.mollycromwell.com.

    Speedy delivery comes to Hanover

    Get a chance to see the original Mr. McFeeley in Hanover, Pa., Sept. 6 during the Grow Up Great Mobile Learning Adventure, a free event geared toward prekindergarten youths.

    David Newell, who played Mr. McFeeley on the PBS youth program "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood" will be in attendance. So will the Cookie Monster from "Sesame Street."

    The event is from noon to 5 p.m. at The Eichelberger Performing Arts Center, 195 Stock Street in Hanover, Pa.

    For more information, call 717-637-7806 or visit www.theeich.org.

    - Brandon Oland


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