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Comedy night to benefit cancer center
Saturday, August 24, 2013
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By Shawn Ryan Shawn@denpubs.com PLATTSBURGH Ñ On Aug. 24, CancerBgone will be holding a Comedy Night fundraiser at the Elks Lodge in Plattsburgh. The event will feature New York City comedians Johnny Lampert and Moody McCarthy, who have appeared on HBO, Jimmy Kimmel and David Letterman. Also featured will be the Philadelphia based soul/funk/hip-hop band Swift Technique, who have toured the country and are on CONTINUED ON PAGE 3
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Seton Catholic Central supporters unveil the new banner which will fly in front of the school for the upcoming school year in commemoration of the school’s 25th Anniversary. Pictured (L to R) are Cathy Russell, Steve Gagnier, Kristin Flores, Xavier Flores, Cynthia Gargier, Stella Flores, Noah Gagnier, Dena Tedford, Adam Tedford, Thomas Murray, Elizabeth Murray and Darcy Ziemer. See related article on page 6. Photo by Shawn Ryan
ROTA open mic night showcases local talent By Katherine Clark Shawn@denpubs.com
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PLATTSBURGH Ñ The ROTA Gallery offers local poets, musicians and other talented artists an opportunity to showcase their talents during Open Mic Poetry Night every other Thursday at 50 Margaret Street. Several local talents have already showcased their flair during Open Mic Poetry Night (OMPN), said ROTA OMPN organizer, Chris Ostuni. Ò Whatever talent you have, we want people to come out and share it,Ó Ostuni said. During the event, the gallery opens itself to performance artists of all mediums, bringing fast-paced spoken word, challenging limericks, slam poetry, softer and from the heart pieces, as well as original comedy routines and musical performances. Ò One thing people tell me is they enjoy coming out because the performances are so diverse,Ó Ostuni said. Ò There is a lot to enjoy and people can easily identify with so much diversity.Ó ROTA has been hosting OMPN since its beginning. Ostuni said the gallery continues popular night, bringing in featured performers to open proceedings and
Alex Krib and Julian Jaster perform at ROTA Gallery’s Open Mic Poetry Night on Aug. 15.
More than 900 turn out for open house at museum.
New feature highlights local chefs and their favorite creations. PAGE 7
Index GIBSON BROTHERS
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RUMMAGE SALE
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PUBLISHER’S COLUMN
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MAD ADVICE
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MINER INSTITUTE
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SETON CATHOLIC
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OBITUARIES
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CALENDAR
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CLASSIFIEDS
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AUTO ZONE
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