Feb. 19 - Comedy Night with Todd Yohn & Kay Frances - You might have seen Todd Yohn on HBO, ShowTime, VH-1 and Comedy Central. He has worked with Glenn Campbell, The Four Tops, Charlie Daniels and is Joan Rivers' favorite opening act (in his price range). His humor and songwriting have made him one of the original "regulars" of "The Bob & Tom Show." Don't miss the opportunity to experience this one-of-a-kind entertainer. Cost: $8 $22 Contact the Murphy Theatre 937-382-3643 or 877-274-3848 Notes: Sat., Feb. 19, 7:30 p.m. Location of Event: Murphy Theatre, 50 W. Main St., Wilmington, OH 45177 (CC) Feb. 19 - WSU’s Faculty Recital Series: Vincent Davis Wright State University 8 p.m. ~ Free admission & parking (937) 775-2346 ~ www.wright.edu/music/events (GC) Feb. 20 - Family Day National Museum of the U.S. Air Force 10 a.m.-3 p.m. ~ Free (937) 255-3286 ~ www.nationalmuseum.af.mil (GC) Feb. 20-28 - WSU’s The Light in the Piazza- Wright State UniversityCall for performance dates, times & prices- (937) 775-2500 ~ www.wright.edu/tdmp (GC) Feb. 24, 25, 26 - Spinning Into Butter - Wilmington College Theatre Department presents "Spinning Into Butter." Thur. - Sat., Feb. 24 - 26, 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: 937-382-6661 Location of Event: Wilmington College, Heiland Theatre, 1870 Quaker Way, Wilmington, OH 45177 (CC) Feb. 26 - Renfro Valley - The Renfro Valley Show is the place to be for the finest in country entertainment. This popular show has been around for 65 years and is still going strong. A fun-filled night of family entertainment that is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Cost: $18 - $20 Contact the Murphy Theatre 937-382-3643 or 877-2743848 at Notes: Sat., Feb. 26, 7:30 p.m. Location of Event: Murphy Theatre, 50 W. Main St., Wilmington, OH 45177 (CC) Feb. 28 - WSU’s Paul Laurence Dunbar ChoraleWright State University- 4 p.m. ~ Free admission & parking (937) 775-2346 ~ www.wright.edu/music/events (GC) Feb. 28 - WSU’s Jazz Ensemble Wright State University 8 p.m. ~ Free admission & parking (937) 775-2346 ~ www.wright.edu/music/events (GC) Mar. 2 - WSU’s Gold Plus Series: Concerto – Aria Night Wright State University 8 p.m. ~ Call for admission prices, free parking (937) 775-2346 ~ www.wright.edu/music/events (GC) March 3 - Presentation on “Homestead Gardening” by Dona Grant – Southern State Community College’s South Campus, 12681 U.S. Route 62, near Fincastle. Event begins at 6 p.m. Grant lives on a 27acre family farm near Winchester with her husband. They raise heirloom orchard fruits, kitchen herbs, vegetables and a wide variety of berries for their own consumption and also for sale. She has written several books on homesteading, food preservation and gardening. Contact: Mary Ayres at (800) 628-7722, ext. 3681. Cost: Free. (AC)
Mar. 4 - WSU’s Concert & Symphonic Bands Wright State University 8 p.m. ~ Free admission & parking (937) 775-2346 ~ www.wright.edu/music/events (GC) March 4-6 – SSCC Theatre will present “Pygmalion” – Edward K. Daniels Auditorium on Southern State Community College’s Central
Mar. 5 - The Murphy Guitar Show- Back for the third year, The Murphy Guitar Show, produced and hosted by Craig Goodwin, will showcase steel guitar, Chet Atkins style, blues, country and jazz. Added this year will be vintage guitar displays and guitar vendors. Cost: $8 - $22 Notes: Sat., Mar. 5, 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: 937-3823643 or 877-274-3848 Location of Event: Murphy Theatre, 50 W. Main St., Wilmington, OH 45177. (CC) Mar. 5 - Adams County Amish Bird Symposium from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Wheat Ridge Road. Contact the Adams County Travel & Visitors Bureau at (937) 544-5639 (AC) Mar. 5-6 - The Adventure Summit Wright State University Union Free (937) 567-4478 ~ www.theadventuresummit.com (GC) Mar. 5 – 14 - WSU’s The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Wright State University Call for performance dates, times & prices (937) 775-2500 ~ www.wright.edu/tdmp (GC) Mar. 6 - Annual Maple Sugar Pancake Breakfast Narrows Reserve Nature Center, Beavercreek Age 7 & up: $5; 3-6: $3 ($2 more for non-residents); under 3: free (937) 562-7440 ~ www.co.greene.oh.us/parks (GC) Mar. 7 - WSU’s Women’s Chorale and Vocal Jazz Ensemble Wright State University 3 p.m. ~ Free admission & parking (937) 775-2346 ~ www.wright.edu/music/events (GC) March 9 - Women’s Tea in celebration of National Women’s History Month – Southern State Community College’s South Campus, 12681 U.S. Route 62, near Fincastle. Event will be held from 2-4 p.m. This annual event provides an opportunity to share the significant role of women in American history and contemporary society, and to recognize women who have been instrumental in their respective communities. Refreshments will be served; RSVP required. Contact: Mary Ayres at (800) 628-7722, ext. 3681. Cost: Free. (AC) Mar. 10 - WSU’s Wind Symphony Wright State University 8 p.m. ~ Free admission & parking (937) 775-2346 ~ www.wright.edu/music/events (GC) March 13 - Southern State Singers will present a Winter Concert – Southern State Community College’s Central Campus, 100 Hobart Drive, Hillsboro. Event begins at 3 p.m. The vocalists of Southern State Singers are comprised of college students as well as members of the community. Contact: John Glaze at jglaze@sscc.edu. Cost: Free. (HC) Mar. 14- Apr. 12 - New Harmonies: Celebrating American Roots Music- Listen to America's music and hear the story of freedom. It's the story of people in a New World, places they have left behind and ideas they have brought with them. It is the story of people who were already here, but whose world is remade. The distinct cultural identities of all these people are carried in song - both sacred and secular. Their music tracks the unique history of many peoples reshaping each other into one incredibly diverse and complex people - Americans. Their music is the root of American music. Visit www.wilmington.edu/qhc for a list of concerts and programs associated with this exhibit. Mon. - Fri., 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. or by
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Mar. 3 - WSU’s Chamber Players Wright State University 8 p.m. ~ Free admission & parking (937) 775-2346 ~ www.wright.edu/music/events (GC)
Campus, 100 Hobart Drive, Hillsboro. On Friday and Saturday, the curtain opens at 7:30 p.m.; on Sunday, it opens at 3:30 p.m. In this seminal comedy of class distinctions, a fussy British phonetics professor wagers that he can transform a guttersnipe Cockney flower girl into a lady of breeding, voice and manners in London society. Tickets are available through www.sscctheatre.com or at the door. Contact: Rainee Angles at (800) 628-7722, ext. 2794. Cost: $8 for general admission. (HC)