your weekly dose
Jan.29
Art in translation
Thursday
Sesame Street isn't the only reason to watch PBS. The educational television channel is starting a new series called Art:21. The Spencer Art Museum, 1301 Mississippi St., is sponsoring a FREE viewing of programs one and two at 7 p.m. The series focuses on artists in the 21st century speaking about their work. The first episode follows the work of six artists and explores the richness of American culture and Americans abroad. The second episode features five contemporary artists whose works and lives are touched by spirituality. "There was a time when spirituality and art were inextricably linked," writes Lynn M. Herbert in her essay for the Companion Book to the Art:21 Series." Spirituality is such a vibrant and integral part of our lives that even our changing times and all the apparent obstacles have not stifled the powerful partnership of spirituality and art in the modern era." The Museum will show eight episodes through February 8.
Jan.31
Calm your core
Perhaps you're needing some "me" time after your first week of class? "Feel Your Body—Feel Your Soul" is the perfect cure for the back to school blues. Less than half an hour away, the Light Center, 1542 Woodson Rd. in Baldwin, will balance your yin and yang. Experience eight hours of professional massages, meditation and healthy eating. This day of luxury comes pre-packaged for the cost of a normal hour massage at a local business. The scenic Light Center, tucked in the woods, should add an extra element of relaxation. The cost of the event ranges from $50 to $100, depending on how much you are able to give. But what price can you put on relaxation?
Feb.3
Tuesday
We're off to see the wizard
Join Dorothy, Toto and the winged monkeys as the Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vermont St., kicks off its annual Read Across Lawrence festivities. Beginning today and lasting throughout the month of February, the library and the Lawrence Arts Center will host a variety of free events including art and book displays, book disc
including art and book displays, book sheets sions and special writing contests that explore this classic and magical work. Katharine Rogers, author of L. Frank Baum: Creator of Oz will speak at 7 p.m. tonight in the library auditorium. So, put on your ruby slippers, tap three times and get to reading the Wonderful Wizard of Oz before someone drops a house on you!
Jan. 30 Shake your bottom in the West Bottoms.
Does the thought of dancing to that Milkshake song at It's Brothers for the 80th time curdle in your brain? Then it's time to travel to Club 151 for re:phocas and dance the night away to Chicago's DJ Offtrack and local electronic music artists cQuence, Velvin & Malcolm and Shandi. Located at 151 James St. in Kansas City, Kan., Club 151 boasts about having the longest bar in the city (if you prefer to sit on your butt rather than shake it). It only costs $5 and you have to be 18 to get in.
Feb.1 Elderly Exhibit Sunday
Check out the Senior Art Department Exhibition at the KU Art and Design Gallery, 1467 Jayhawk Blvd., on the third floor. The event will have a reception from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. today, and runs through Friday, Feb. 6, during the building's normal hours. Various paintings, sculptures, ceramics and printmaking pieces will be displayed at the exhibition.
Feb.2 Calling all wannabes Monday
Set the tone on a first date or amuse friends by heading to The Hurricane, 4048 Broadway, in downtown Kansas City, Mo. At this Westport area attraction, you can serenade your new love — or new friends — at the bar's popular open mic night. Open since 1985, the Hurricane has established itself as one of Kansas City's premier music venues. Every Monday the bar leaves its venerable stage open to wannabes and up-and-comers alike. Great drink specials will keep the night moving along, even if the acts aren't what you bargained for. Drinks aren't the only thing that come cheap: parking in the area is also free on the street after 6 p.m. and the first act isn't on until 9 p.m. After the show ends around 12:30 p.m., you can sober up before your drive home. The bar itself doesn't close until 2 a.m. While in Kansas City, check out the world premiere run of How His Bride Came to Abraham at the edgy and critically acclaimed Unicorn Theater, 3828 Main St. Written by former K.C. playwright Karen Sunde, the play examines the Israeli/Palestinian conflict in an intimate manner. The play tells the story of Abe, an Israeli officer who must spend the night with a woman he takes captive. The woman, Sabra, a Palestinian fighter, tends to Abe through the night under the watch of his gun. Be sure to stay after the play for a discussion with the director, cast and local experts representing both sides of the Israeli/Palestinian conflict. The show is at 7:30 p.m. Tickets may be purchased at the Unicorn Box Office for $15 or by phoning (816) 531-PLAY (7529) Ext. 10.
Feb.4
A dancing addiction
Wednesday
If bump n' grind is the only dance move you know, then it's time to close your tab at The Hawk and make a cultural bee-line for the Lawrence Arts Center, 940 New Hampshire St. The Prairie Wind Dancers and members of First Step House will perform at 7 p.m.The professional dance company and
the halfway home for women recovering from substance abuse will present a piece using dance and poetry that addresses issues surrounding addiction. The poem, A Story in Five Chapters by Portia Nelson, is a deeply moving work that delves into the depths of abuse and the joys of recovery. The event is a part of a series called Stories of Addiction and is donation only.
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