Published: May 31, 2006 10:13 am      

Coming Up - 06/01/06

ANN DAVIS GALLERY

The Logan room features woodcarvings by Pendleton artist, Gary Preston; quilted wall hangings by Susan Williams; works by Ann Coleman; and the photography of South Point High School student Chelsea Howell.

Howell has been accepted at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh for the fall term.

The works of Rick Reeves, which include historical civil war and buckaneer paintings, will be available for display through June.

The life works of Ruby Queen will be feature attraction.

Wheel-thrown pottery classes — Taught by master potter Bill Meadows. Eight-week sessions are ongoing on Monday and Tuesday, which has three openings, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Beginning and advanced students welcome.

Registrations has begun for summer classes. The Monday night, eight-week session will begin July 10. The Tuesday night eight week session will begin July 11. The classes will run through August.

Classes are in the Potter’s Loft on the second floor gallery. The studio is equipped with eight wheels and one for demonstrating.

Anyone interested in visiting the Potter’s Loft to discuss the class may do so any Monday or Tuesday evening between 6:30 and 9:30.

The Potter’s Loft and Student Gallery will be open for June’s First Friday. Information will be available on the Summer Pottery Classes at the Potter’s Loft and at the Anne Davis Gallery.

For more information or to register, call instructor Bill Meadows at (304) 525-1595.

Gallery hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; or by appointment. Small tours are available.

1516 Winchester Ave., Ashland. Call (606) 324-1296.



ART OF THE REDEEMED

STUDIO & GALLERY

On exhibit:

The gallery is in Suite 206, on the second floor of the historic Camayo Arcade, 1536 Winchester Ave., in downtown Ashland, and is home to working artists Gail Kirtz and Rodney Chapman, both of whom work in various media and offer their original art and prints for sale.

Kirtz offers classes and private instruction in pastel, oil, acrylic and mixed media.

The public is invited to view the works and meet the artists on First Friday Artwalk, June 2, 5 to 9 p.m. and Second Look Saturday, June 3, noon to 4 p.m. The studio and gallery are handicapped accessible with an elevator.

Chapman, Kirtz and one of Kirtz’s students, Pat Barney, attended the Anna Robinson Memorial Art Show in Grayson on May 27.

Awards won were:

Chapman, first place, “A Distant Land,” collage, and “Bee Balm,” acrylic floral.

Second place, “Eight Part Invention,” acrylic abstract.

Third place, “Introspection,” acrylic abstract.

Honorable mention, “Cosmic Cycles,” acrylic abstract.

Kirtz, Merit Awards, “After the Storm,” oil, best seascape of show.

“Red Sails,” best pastel of show.

First place, “Winter’s Rocky Shore,” pastel.

Second place, “For A Thirsty Land,” pastel.

Third place, “S. Ohio Farm,” pastel.

Honorable mention, “What Does it Profit a Man,” collage.

Barney, first place, “Ireland,” acrylic landscape.

Second place, “Smokey Mountain Stroll,” acrylic landscape on paper.

On Exhibit: Artwork by Gail Kirtz featuring the first of a series of large Kentucky paintings, “The Cumberland River Valley,” and new works in pastel. Also on display are oil and mixed-media works.

On Exhibit: Artwork by Rodney Chapman: Featuring new contemporary works in acrylic and mixed-media.

For more information, call Kirtz or Chapman at (606) 324-5729, (606) 547-5346 or e-mail prospectpainters@yahoo.com.



BANANA TREE STUDIOS

Friday, 5 to 8 p.m. — Opening Artist Reception featuring Kim McKisson, watercolors; Connie Vice, acrylics; Mike Rayburn, photography; Ken Macht, ceramics and jewelry; Kathy Macht, pastels. Light refreshments will be served.

June 25, 6 to 7 p.m. — 5th Salon, a social gathering of artists. All artists invited.



June 27, 6 to 7 p.m. — Lecture by E. B. Lewis, illustrator of children’s books, such as “The Bat Boy and His Violin,” “Sometime My Mommy Gets Angry,” and “The Otherside.”

Gallery Hours are Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment.

Classes in ceramics and painting are available.

121 East Electric Ave., Flemingsburg.

For more information call (606) 845-7408 or (606) 356-1356 or email machtk@kywls.com.



CLAYPOOL-YOUNG ART BUILDING

On the campus of Morehead State University, the art building will host an art exhibit, the “Second Annual Bluegrass Biennial,” in the main gallery. The exhibit will be on display through July 28. A free opening reception and awards ceremony will be at 3 p.m. June 3.

For more information, call (606) 783-5446.



HIGHLANDS MUSEUM and

DISCOVERY CENTER

Events:

First Friday Art Walk — 5 to 8 p.m. Country Music Heritage Hall with updated information and sound. Admission is free.

Exhibit opening for “Perspectives on Change,” a nationally renowned photography exhibit of 20th century prints from the national collection of AG Edwards.

Special events:

“Perspectives on Change” Gallery Talk and Tour — Led by photographer and lecturer John Flavell of The Independent, this talk, set for 7 p.m. today, will feature the photography of the museum’s current AG Edwards‚ “Perspectives on Change.” Flavell will lead the discussion in the context of the photography in its historical context and contemporary impact.

Cost for the workshop is $10 for members or $12 for non-members.

“Perspectives on Change:” On display through July 28, the exhibit is a nationally renowned traveling photography exhibit from the collections of AG Edwards and Sons with original photographs from 20th century artists.

“Something Old, Something New: A Century of Weddings” — Spanning the decades between the years 1850 and 2000, clothing, textiles, and information on wedding lore are featured. No wedding is complete without a photo opportunity, so an activity center features dress-up clothing for all sizes and ages. On display through June 28.

Summer Student volunteer training — June 2 and 3 from 11 a.m. to 1 pm. Training session for summer volunteers at the museum. Call (606) 329-8888 for information or to sign up.

In the Discovery Center:

“ZOOM into Science” — Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Spring into science with our special ZOOM activities. Free with regular admission.

“Sight and Sound:” June 2 to Sept. 30. Science, physics, plus a little magic make for a summer of looking and listening fun.

Ongoing exhibits:

“Toddler Terminal” — This Discovery Center exhibit is for special visitors from 6 to 18 months. A baby changing and nursing station completes the newest museum exhibit space.

“The Front Porch” — What did we do for fun before computers and TV? Before air-conditioning and the mall? Try some time honored games and traditions, plus a chance to visit with your neighbors in a swing or catch a cool breeze in a rocker. Come “sit a while” and reflect on a leisurely part of times past.

“C.I. Haeberle Medical Exhibit” — Step into the world of health care circa 1940s and 1950s when late night house calls were made into homes from medical facilities and payment was made with chickens and produce.

“Frank and Margaret Adkins Aviation Exhibit” — Visit this exciting ongoing exhibit in the museum’s Discovery Center, which features airplanes, a wind tunnel and hands-on activities focusing on the history of flight.

“Poage’s Landing: Life on the River” — Learn about how people live and the jobs they do along the Ohio River in this ongoing exhibit. Visitors can pilot “Little Joe,” an actual towboat. Explore the streetscape of Poage’s Landing and imagine yourself to be a banker, a grocer, a chef, a doctor or an EMT!

“Country Music Heritage Hall” — Explore the memorabilia and biographies of several well-known country music artists who came from towns either on or near U.S. 23. Learn more about Loretta Lynn, Crystal Gayle, Ricky Skaggs, Hylo Brown, Billy Ray Cyrus, Patty Loveless, Tom T. Hall, and Naomi, Wynonna and Ashley Judd. Visit the Music Quilt, the interactive sound sculpture where everyone can be a musician.

The museum is at 1620 Winchester Ave. Admission is $5 adults, $4 seniors, children and students. Members and children younger than 2 admitted free.

Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Mondays by appointment. Call (606) 329-8888. E-mail highlandsmuseum@yahoo.com or visit the Web site at highlandsmuseum.com.



HUNTINGTON MUSEUM of ART

“Curator’s Choice:” Paula Clendenin exhibit continues through July 23.

On exhibit at the museum at 2033 McCoy Road:

“Salmagundi Club: An American Institution” — The exhibit continues through June 25, featuring works by Costigan, Cirino, Desch, and many others.

“The Daywood Collection” exhibit continues through Sept. 24, featuring works by Robert Henri, Frank Benson, Childe Hassam, and others.

“100th Birthday Celebration for Artist Viktor Schreckengost” — The exhibit continues through June 25, featuring three ceramic works by the artist who celebrates his 100th birthday this year with 100 small museum exhibits across the United States.

Ongoing exhibits:

“The Wilbur E. Myers Art Glass Collection;” “The HMA Glass Collection;” “Herman P. Dean Firearms Collection;” “In the Grand Manner: Silver and Portraits of Great Britain;” Touma Near Eastern Gallery, the Education Gallery;” and The C. Fred Edwards Conservatory (Subtropical Plant Conservatory).

Hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday; and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.

General admission is $3 per person or $10 for a family of four or more. Admission is free to museum members, all school tours and to the public on Tuesdays.

Visit hmoa.org or call (304) 529-2701. HMA is fully accessible.



JESSE STUART FOUNDATION

Exhibits:

“Image of Appalachia,” a collection of more than 60 black-and-white photographs of Eastern Kentucky and West Virginia from the 1920s and 1930s, is on display.

“Heart and Home,” an art exhibit in the Leming Gallery featuring the work of Jim Marsh, Bill Kersey Caroline Wilson and Steve McClements.

"May — Our Way,” a collection of reminiscences reflected in the work of local artists Jim Marsh, Steve McClements, Billy Kersey, Buzzy Leming and Caroline Wilson will be on display at the Leming Gallery.

Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

1645 Winchester Ave., Ashland. For more information, call (606) 326-1667 or visit jsfbooks.com.



MOUNTAIN ARTS CENTER

William Salyers and Sally (Jean) Huffman-Salyers will be the featured artists for June 2006 at the Mountain Arts Center (MAC) in Prestonsburg. This will be their second show at the MAC. The dynamic husband and wife artist duo reside in Blaine.

July 20, 8 p.m. — Billy Ray Cyrus, with opening act Bobby Cyrus, will perform at the MAC.

Tickets are $35 (plus a $1 ticket fee) and are currently on sale. To order tickets or for more information, call the box office tollfree at (888) MAC-ARTS (622-2787).

The Mountain Arts Center is at 50 Hal Rodgers Drive, Prestonsburg. It is open Monday through Saturday.

For more information, visit macarts.com.



PENDLETON ART CENTER

Now open — The Pendleton Cafe, Monday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Now open — Spaulding and Wallace Fine Art Printing Studio.

Start making plans now to attend our First Anniversary Celebration on June 2 during the First Friday Art Walk. We will also celebrate our award as Northeastern Kentucky’s New and Emerging Small Business of the Year. Entertainment for the event will be dulcimer music by Carl Crooks and Lee Hanners with the Delayed Reaction Band.

The Pendleton Art Center at 1537-1539 Winchester Ave., is home to artists from the Tri-State area who have a wide range of talents.

The studios are open for First Friday each month from 5 to 9 p.m. and the following day for Second Look Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. The lobby is always open by appointment either with one of the artists or by calling Gina Dickens, manager, (606) 369-0000.

“Watercolor Classes,” on Mondays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. beginning June 12. Preregistration with a deposit is required. Call Janet Lester (606) 928-8965 and Sylvia Jackson (606) 928-0257.

"Experimental Mixed Media,” 4 weekly classes to be Tuesdays from 6 to 8 p.m., from July 11 to Aug. 1. No painting or drawing skills are needed. The instructor is Janice LeBrun (606) 329-0048.

"Learn to Draw/Sharpen Your Skills,” six weekly classes beginning in August, will be Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to noon. The instructor is Sylvia Jackson. For more information, call (606) 928-0257.

Workshops and classes for children are Saturdays with Gina Dickens (606) 369-0000.

Pastel classes with William Wallace (606) 928-7662 are from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturdays.

Tai chi classes are on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7 to 8 p.m. If interested, call Gina (606)369-0000.

The third Thursday of each month all area artists are invited to join the Pendleton artists for an open night of painting. For more information, call (606) 369-0000.

Children’s parties with art activities as their theme can be arranged by calling Gina at (606) 369-0000.

Artist of the month is Debbie Eoff, stained glass artist.



RENAISSANCE ART GALLERY

“Unusual Views” by gallery members will be on display from June 4 to 30. An opening reception will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday.

The gallery is at 900 Eighth St., Huntington. Call (304) 525-3235. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 4 p.m.; Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m.; and by appointment by calling (304) 525-3235.



UPSTAIRS GALLERY

The gallery, which showcases artwork by Tri-State artists and surrounding areas, is open Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on the first Friday of each month from 5 to 9 p.m. For more information, call (606) 325-0233 or (304) 633-4401 and ask for Barbara.

Some of Barbara Delligatti’s watercolors can be viewed online at yessy.com.

1430 Winchester Ave. and Prudential is next door at 1428 Winchester Ave., Ashland.

AMVETS POST 95

Today — Taco Thursdays starting at 6 p.m.

Friday — Rib dinners and Munchie Platters.

Saturday — Free food from noon to 6 p.m.

Wednesday, 3 p.m. — Life Members’ Night, Fun and Games and Munchie Platters.

Doors open at 3 p.m. Monday through Friday; noon on Saturday; and 1 p.m. Sunday.

Call (606) 473-7805. In Greenup.



AMVETS POST 14

Saturday, 9 p.m. to midnight — The band Kyote will perform.

Hours are Monday through Thursday, 1 to 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 2 to 11 p.m.

Happy Hour: Monday through Saturday from 3 to 7 p.m.

1425 Chestnut St. in Kenova, W.Va.



ARIEL THEATER

Wednesday, June 14 — the theater will host Emerson Drive for a free concert.

For more information, contact Vanessa Parker-Davis at Vanessa@splashpublicity.com or Misty N. Hurt at misty@splashpublicity.com or call (615) 321-1383.

426 2nd Ave., Gallipolis, Ohio.



ASHLAND EAGLES

Monday, 8 p.m. — League darts.

Tuesday, 7 p.m. — Pool tournament.

Wednesday, 8 p.m. — Karaoke.

Thursday, Friday, Saturday — Live music by The Edge.

Saturday, 8 p.m. — Blind draw darts.

Kitchen hours:

Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday — 6 to 9 p.m.

Thursday and Friday — 5 to 10 a.m.

701 Carter Ave., Ashland. Call (606) 324-7644.



ASHLAND MOOSE

Monday through Saturday — Happy Hour from 4 to 6 p.m.

Wednesday — Free hot dogs from 4 to 6 p.m.

2314 Winchester Ave.



BEECHY CREEK MUSIC CENTER

Every Saturday, 8 p.m. — A live music show featuring T.R.L. and The Beechy Creek Boys with special guests and featured bands. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Admission $5. Children 11 and younger are admitted free.

Tuesdays, 7 p.m. — Line dance classes offered for beginner and advanced dances. Learn a new dance every week. Cost is $5 per person.

No alcoholic beverages permitted. Includes door prizes, 50/50, restaurant area and a wooden dance floor.

On Beechy Creek off the A-A Highway, Greenup. Call (606) 932-3678 or (606) 932-4622.



BENJY’S HARLEY-DAVIDSON

Battle of the Bands begins with Gypsy Rose, a four-member band from Bluefield, W.Va, on Friday. Shows begin at 6:15 p.m.

June 9 — Threefold Theory.

June 16 — Larry Whitt.

June 23 — Ten Carp Lie.

Top prize is $10,000.

Benjy’s is on Fourth Avenue and Fourth Street in Huntington.



BILL AMOS FARM

Saturday — The farm will host His Own, John Stevens, James Gang and the Waugh Family at 6:30 p.m.

June 10, 6 p.m. — To mark the 14th anniversary of the host group, the Farm will present a Down on the Farm Gospel Sing, hosted by Eastern Kentucky’s Wings of Faith of Steele, Ky.

Special guests Twin Heart from Hurricane, W.Va., and Still Waters from Hazard will also perform.

1 mile from 36th Street Catlettsburg Speedway. Cannonsburg Road. (606) 739-6238.



BOBBY’S BULL MOUNTAIN

BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL

Friday and Saturday — The festival will host five bands Friday, including Hazel Holler, and seven bands Saturday, including the Tommy Webb Band.

Shows will begin at 6 p.m. Friday and noon Saturday.

Bring lawnchairs. No drugs or alcohol permitted in concert area. Concessions available.

Admission is $20 Friday, $20 Saturday or $35 for the weekend. Children 12 and younger free.

The festival is two miles north of Crum, W.Va., off U.S. Route 52.

For more information, call (304) 393-3679 or (304) 393-3597.



The CLAY CENTER

Wednesday, July 26 — It’s the first national tour of Dorothy The Dinosaur’s Dance Party! Dorothy and her friends will dance their way into Charleston at the Clay Center at 11 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Tickets, which range in price from $15 to $25, go on sale today and can be purchased at the Clay Center Box Office or by calling (304) 561-3570.

For more information, please visit thewiggles.com.



COLLINS COUNTRY CLUB

Every Friday — James Brown will offer free dance lessons, which include the two-step and other line dances.

Regular admission charge is $6. Admission is $4 on Friday. The club is on Roberts Drive. Call (606) 929-9930.



DEBBIE’S MUSIC SHOW HOUSE

Friday, 8 p.m. — Lost and Found. Admission $10.

Saturday, 8 p.m. — The Kirby Knobb Band and the Flatt Creek Band. Admission $13.

Concessions available. Alcohol and smoking are not permitted in the building. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.

8137 US 60 in Salt Lick. Call (606) 776-6780 or (606) 683-3110 for information or bookings. E-mail: dlpwmusic@yahoo.com.



EASTERN KENTUCKY EXPO CENTER

The long awaited WWE SmackDown Live! is coming to Pikeville at 7 p.m. June 24 with Rey Mysterio vs. JBL vs. Kurt Angle in the Triple Threat Steel Cage Match for the World Heavyweight Title. Also see Cruiserweight and Tag Team Title Matches and Kristall vs. Melina vs. Jillian Hall compete for the Miss SmackDown Best Body Contest.

Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com, charge by phone at (606) 433-1793 or at the Expo Center Box Office. Ticket prices range from $20 to $60.

For more information, please visit EastKyExpo.com or call (606) 444-5500.



FORT FALLS TRADING POST

Friday, 8 p.m. — Music by the Tri-County Gang featuring talented vocalists specializing in America’s country favorites.

Saturday, 8 p.m. — Dusty Road Band featuring J. B. Bronson and Christy Riley.

Admission is $4 for adults, children younger than 12 are admitted free. No alcohol permitted.

At the junction of U.S. 60 and Carter Caves Road, east of Olive Hill.



The FRAME UP GALLERY

COFFEE HOUSE and TEA ROOM

Today, noon — Live tunes by acoustic guitarist singer/songwriter Louie McNeal.

The Coffee House and Tea Room serves lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. The gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and on Monday from noon to 5 p.m.

Musicians interested in booking a date to perform or artists looking for a place to exhibit their work can call (606) 324-8565 or e-mail frameitup01@alltel.net.

1436 Winchester Ave., across from the Ashland Plaza Hotel.



GREENUP JAYCEES

Saturday — Music for listening and dancing, featuring Gail and Ron and the Silver Strings Band. Square dance and “open mic” every Saturday. Line dance lessons at 7 p.m.

Those with a birthday on Saturday are admitted free. Admission is $4 for adults $2 for seniors. Children 12 and younger are admitted free with a paying adult.

Call (606) 473-9623.



GREENUP VFW POST 1168

Thursday, 7 p.m. — Bingo. Doors open at 5 p.m. Everyone welcome.

Friday — Karaoke.

Saturday — Live band.

On Ky. 2. Call (606) 473-6333.



GROUNDS and SOUNDS

COFFEE HOUSE

Every Wednesday at 8 p.m. is “open mic” night. PA provided.

139 E. Main St., Morehead. For more information, call (606) 780-8101 or visit groundsandsounds.com.



HIWAY 140 MUSIC HALL

Today, 7 to 10 p.m. — Live country music by the HIWAY 140 Band. Admission $6. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Friday, 7 to 10 p.m. — Variety dance with D.J., and karaoke (may bring own CD). Admission $5. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Saturday, 7 to 10 p.m. — Live music by High Country. Admission $6. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Tuesday, 6 p.m. — Live country music by Bill Sanders Country Band. Admission $5. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Concessions, cake walk and door prizes. No smoking or alcohol permitted.

2.2 miles off U.S. 52 on S.R. 140, Wheelersburg, Ohio. Call Jeanie at (740) 776-2654.



HOLDERBY’S LANDING

Friday — Banana Convention (Michigan)

Saturday —Aristotle and Excellent Lovers

Sunday — Habitat for Humanity Windjammer

Monday — Circuit Clerks and Prosecutors

June 9 — Angie Fletcher Band

Donnie’s Steak and Seafood Galley is open for lunch and dinner daily. 1360 Harris Riverfront Park, Huntington, W.Va., Call (304) 523-BOAT (2628) or visit HolderbysLanding.com.



IRONTON EAGLES 895

Monday — Pizza at 8 p.m. Euchre and Texas Hold ’em.

Tuesday — Meeting at 7 p.m. with dinner following.

Thursday — Happy Hour all day. Pool tournament at 7:30. Pizza at 8 p.m. Karaoke at 8:30 p.m.

Friday and Saturday — Live music from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Close at 1 a.m.

Sunday — Closed.

South Third Street in Ironton. Hours are noon to 1 a.m. Monday through Saturday. Call (740) 532-4847.



KYOVA GOSPEL

MUSIC ASSOCIATION

Friday — The New Vision Trio along with New Dimensions & The Frontline Quartet & Eric Ginn.

All concerts are in the fellowship hall of Heritage Freewill Baptist Church in Cannonsburg.

Concessions will be available and doors will open at 6 p.m. There is no admission charge, but a love offering will be received.

For more information, e-mail Arnold Sexton at Sexton1313@cs.com or visit kyova.org. Call (606) 836-5582.



The LAIDBACK BAR and GRILL

Friday, 8 p.m. — Louie McNeal and Tunesmyth.

Saturday, 8 p.m. — Third Shift.

Hanging Rock, Ohio. Call (740) 532-4001. Visit thelaidback.com.



LIGHTHOUSE RESTAURANT

Friday and Saturday, 7 to 10 p.m. — Kermit Richmond and The Distant Sound Band.

U.S. 60 at the entrance of Carter Caves State Resort.



The MONKEY BAR

Tuesdays are Musician’s Jam Night Out. Musicians are invited to come and perform. No registration needed. Cash giveaways are planned. One Tuesday each month includes a live radio remote.

611 Fourth Ave., Huntington. Visit monkeybarlive.com.



MOUNTAINEER OPRY HOUSE

Friday, 7:30 p.m. — The Lewis Family, the first family of Bluegrass Gospel, will perform.

June 9 — Jessie and the Virginia Boys, stars of the Grand Old Opry, will perform.

Admission $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and $5 for children age 12 and younger. Concessions available. No alcohol or smoking permitted. Tickets sold at the door the day of the show.

For more information, call (304) 743-5749 or visit thebowman.com or mountaineeropry.com.

I-64, Exit 28 at Milton, W.Va.



MUSIC DEPOT

Bluegrass every Friday and country shows every Saturday starting at 8 p.m. Doors open at 8 p.m.

Family-oriented environment with concessions available.

U.S. 60 East in Olive Hill. Call (606) 286-4270.



ARAMOUNT ARTS CENTER

June 2 — The Yvonne DeKay School of Dance will present “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” See the storybook fantasy come alive with ballet dancers on stage. The Divertissements of jazz, tap, lyrical, twirling and tumbling will start at 8 p.m.

June 9 — Paramount Joe's Rising Star Cafe — Jason Scott, whose unique country vocals and personal lyrics have stirred crowds in the Broken Spoke Cafe, Nashville Palace, the Grapevine, and the Bluebird Cafe' will open at 7 p.m.

With his distinct style, he has accurately been described as "a strong, southern, country talent". Sheldon Road is Kenny Adams, Paul Marin and Randy Hamilton. All hail from Lawrence County and will take the stage at 8 p.m.

Zach Daniels is a fantastic singer and songwriter. He will perform at 9 p.m.

This month’s theme is “Ghostly Dreams” and is dedicated to musical trailblazers such as Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, Patsy Cline and all those individuals whose stars continue to shine.

June 12 to June 16, 9 a.m. to noon — Youth Education Summer Camps. This week is geared for students in grades kindergarten to fourth grade. This is a weeklong half-day program designed to fit the needs of all school-aged children. The camp will provide intensive, interactive, hands-on instruction in three disciplines of the arts.

Participation will encourage a healthy sense of self-esteem in each student, regardless of their skill level or past exposure to the arts, while engaging them in collaborative projects designed to enhance creativity, self-expression and self-confidence.

Students will participate in three areas of arts: drama, dance and visual arts. Each of the classes will emphasize the appropriate terminology and vocabulary of that art discipline. After each 55 minute session, students will rotate to the next discipline. Instructors are Jon Joy (Drama), Traci Fisher (Dance), and Nancy Adams (Visual Art).



The RED BARN

Nitrous Band will entertain from 8 to 11 p.m. every Saturday.

Admission is $5. Children younger than 6 are admitted free. No alcoholic beverages.

Route 7 in Greenup.



RENFRO VALLEY

ENTERTAINMENT CENTER

Monday — Gospel Show.

Tuesday — Bluegrass Show.

For a complete schedule and ticket buying information, call (800) 765-7464 or visit renfrovalley.com.

Take I-75 to exit 62. Proceed north on U.S. 25.



RITTER PARK

Huntington’s “Art in the Park,” featuring work from 40 artists from the Tri-State Arts Association will be from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 17 and from noon to 5 p.m. June 18.

The event will be offered at the corner of 13th Avenue and 8th Street.

For more information, call (304) 525-6277.



SOUTHERN OHIO OPRY

Saturday, 7 p.m. — Live, classic country music by a host of performers every Saturday night. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Admission is $7 for adults, $6.50 for seniors and $3.50 for children.

Five miles west of Lucasville, off Ky. 348 on Henley Deemer Road.

Call (740) 259-1195.



AARON MILLER BAND

The band will perform at The Monkey Bar Sunday with Huck Johns and Truckstop Romeo. Tickets are $5 in advance, $8 at the door.

For more information on the band, visit myspace.com/aaronmillerband.



ALAN MULLINS & the

REDNEK REVUE

Friday, 9 p.m. — The band will perform at Whiskey River at the Grandview Inn in South Point, Ohio.



ASHLAND BRASS BAND

The Ashland Brass Band Festival will mark its 11th anniversary on Saturday at the Ashland Central Park Bandstand, part of the North American Brass Band Association Festival.

Performers will include The Harmonica Club of Huntington from 1 to 1:50 p.m.; the Commonwealth Brass Band of Louisville from 2 to 2:50 p.m.; the Jericho Brass of Chattanooga, Tenn., from 3 to 3:50 p.m.; The Central Ohio Brass Band of Columbus, Ohio, from 4 to 4:50 p.m.; and the Brass Band of the Tri-State of Ashland from 5 to 5:50 p.m.



HRIS KITCHEN

Chris Kitchen, jazz/pop guitarist, will perform from 6 to 9 p.m Thursday, Friday and Saturday at the Chimney Corner Café, 1624 Carter Ave.

Call (606) 324-7500 for reservations or e-mail chriskitchen@adelphia.net.



ETA

June 1 to 3 — ETA will also be at The Appalachian Uprising Thursday and Friday performing in Scottown, Ohio. Visit etamusic.org or appalachianuprising.net

Notable acts include Sam Bush, Tony Rice, Larry Keel, Larry Cordle, Melvin Goins, KIng Wilkie, Perter Rowan and David Grisman. Camping will be available.

June 10, 7 p.m. — ETA and Roger Smith at Greenbo Lake State Resort. For more information, call (606) 473-7324.

June 17, noon — ETA and Roger Smith at Huntington Mall to celebrate West Virginia Day.

Visit eta music.org.



FIFTH ANNUAL

APPALACHIAN UPRISING

Eden Valley in Scottown, Ohio, will host the 2006 Appalachian Uprising on June 1 through 3.

The schedule is as follows:

Today — County Line II 12:30 p.m.; Melvin Goins and Windy Mountain 2 p.m.; ETA 3:45 p.m.; Steep Canyon Rangers 5:30 p.m.; One Way Rider 7:15 p.m.; Peter Rowan and Tony Rice Quartet 9 p.m.

Friday — ETA 11 a.m.; One Way Rider 12 p.m.; String Therapy 1 p.m.; Melvin Goins and Windy Mountain 2:45 p.m.; Larry Keel and Natural Bridge 4:30 p.m.; The Biscuit Burners 6 p.m.; Hit and Run Bluegrass 7:30 p.m.; King Wilkie 9:15 p.m.; Just Bluegrass 11 p.m.

Saturday — County Line II 12 p.m.; Woodbox Gang 1:45 p.m.; Larry Cordle and Lonesome Standard Time 3:30 p.m.; All Star Bluegrass Jam 5:15 p.m.; One Way Rider 7 p.m.; David Grisman Quintet 8:30P p.m.; Sam Bush Band 10:30 p.m.

Visit earthproductions.net and click on the Appalachian Uprising link for more information.



The MAIN STREAM BAND

The band will perform at the Raging Bull on Fridays and Saturdays in May from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.



OHIO UNIVERSITY SOUTHERN

Spring Brown Bag Concert Series is at the Mains Rotunda of the Riffe Center at OUS in Ironton every Wednesday during the winter quarter. All of the free concerts begin at 12:15 p.m.

all (740) 533-4602 or (800) 626-0513.



PI

June 23 — The band will perform, along with Mark My Words, Harmonious Hate Trip and Hollow at Paul Porter Park in Coal Grove, Ohio. Cost is $5.



THE POACEOUS BAND

Thursdays, 7 p.m. — AMVETS Post 95, Herring Road, Greenup. (606) 473-7805.

June 17, 8 p.m. — Soggy Bottom Camp Ground, Hoods Run off Route 2, Greenup.

June 30, 6 p.m. — Poppy Mountain, Morehead. (606) 784-2277. Campground (606) 780-4192. Email to poppymtn@mis.net.

The Poaceous Band is Dennis and Sheree Page and Marvin Imes and Bill Bryan. For more information, call Nancy Bryan at (606) 836-1148; e-mail, theband@thepoaceousband.com; or visit thepoaceousband.com.



RASCAL FLATTS

Aug. 27, 8 p.m. — Tickets are now on sale to see Rascal Flatts, with special guest Gary Allen, at Freedom Hall in Louisville during the Kentucky State Fair, which is Aug. 17 through 27.

Tickets are $48 and available at the Freedom Hall Box Office and all Ticketmaster locations. Charge by phone (502) 361-3100 or (800) 487-1212 or purchase online at ticketmaster.com.

For more information on the Kentucky State Fair, visit kystatefair.org.



The RETURN

Friday and Saturday — The band will perform in Prestonsburg at Vitos. The show will begin at 10 p.m.

The Return will also perform the following weekend, June 9 and 10.



SOUTHERN PRIDE BAND

Fridays and Saturdays — SPB will perform at the Ironton Eagles No. 895 from 8:45 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. in June.

Visit spband.com.



SPLIT DECISION BAND

Friday and Saturday, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. — This variety dance band performs at the Ashland American Legion Post 76, on the corner of 20th Street and Carter Avenue. Kitchen open for dining both nights until 8:30 p.m. Visit splitdecisionband.com or bobcooperonbass.tripod.com.



TOM JONES

June 20, 7:30 p.m. — Tickets are on sale to see Tom Jones, with special guest Tower of Power, at Whitney Hall in Louisville.

Tickets range from $45 to $75 and can be purchased by contacting The Kentucky Center Box Office at (502) 584-7777 or (800) 775-7777 or purchase tickets online at kentuckycenter.org.