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Friday, February 18, 2011
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And the winner is… you! Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad hits Putnam Den before US tour Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad (GPGDS) has played 500 shows in the past three years, touring relentlessly and developing a widespread grassroots following. The group has performed at premier venues and festivals across the country, showcasing their tight musicianship and dynamic live show experience. They embark on another massive nationwide tour beginning March 1; but first will stop by Putnam Den on February 25 for a showcase of their latest roots reggae material. They are also in the studio recording a new album. "The reality of this band is that
we're always evolving - musically, spiritually, and within our own circle," says GPGDS bassist James Searl. For more information about the band, visit giantpandadub.com
Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad Friday, February 25 Doors at 8 pm Tickets: $10 (Age 21+) / $15 (18-20) Putnam Den 63A Putnam St Saratoga Springs, NY12866 www.putnamden.com 518-584-8066
The Saratoga Film Forum requests the pleasure of your company at its 18th annual Oscar night, which will take place on Sunday, February 27 at the Prime Restaurant at Saratoga National Golf Club, Saratoga Springs. This is the Film Forum’s largest fundraiser of the year, and you can watch all the envelopes open in grand style. Cocktail hour is from 7 to 8 pm, with a supper buffet from 8 to 9:30 pm. A silent auction will occur throughout the evening, and the Hollywood proceedings are viewable on large screens. Cocktail attire for the event is requested. Tickets are $75 per person. Reservations can be made by calling (518) 584-3456 or online at saratogafilmforum.org.
ST. MARY’S SCHOOL’S THIRD ANNUAL BIG HEART GALA! St. Mary’s School is known as “a small school with a big heart” and they invite you to their 3rd annual Big Heart Gala, which will be held on February 26 at The Vista located at Van Patten Golf Course, 924 Main Street in Clifton Park, from 6 to 11 pm. The Gala is a glitzy night with dining, music by the TS Ensemble, dancing, live and silent auctions, raffles and fun! It brings together local business owners, parents and community mem-
bers who all share something in common - support for St. Mary’s education and the local community. St. Mary’s School is proud of their faith-based curriculum and focus on Christian core values throughout their grade K through 5 School. Emphasizing academic excellence, they also stress the importance of good citizenship, personal responsibility and stewardship enabling their students to fulfill their future roles as commit-
ted citizens, productive employees and effective leaders. The generosity of the attendees, sponsors and donors to The Big Heart Gala enable St. Mary’s to keep their tuition affordable and provide a quality education for all students. Tickets are $125 each and $50 of each ticket is a tax-deductible contribution. For more information and reservations,visit www.smsbspa.org, or contact Lisa Donovan at bigheartgala@ smsbspa.org or (518) 885-3224. St. Mary’s School is located at 40 Thompson Street in Ballston Spa.