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Keeping the interfaith
The Harrisonburg and Rockingham Thermal Shelter, better known as HARTS, had a special treat for its guests last week. At the Catholic Campus Ministry at JMU, HARTS provided the local homeless with the option of watching the winter Olympics, playing games or listening to the InterVarsity Christian Fellowship play music. Paired with meals, HARTS provides a comfortable atmosphere for those stopping by. 
Seniors put a little salsa in their step
Now seniors can participate in the same Latin-style fitness classes with Zumba Gold, a class that offers just as much upbeat music and fun but with lower impact.
‘Art of a woman’
Forget about the plastic mannequins that typically occupy storefront windows. Soon, folks window-shopping along South Main Street will be able to enjoy a little theater, right from the sidewalk.
Snooki wows sold-out crowd
More than 1,000 James Madison University students and reality TV fans packed into Memorial Hall March 3 to get a little closer to the Jersey Shore.
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David Blaine Street Magic — David Blaine brings his famous street magic to YouTube. Watch as the famous magician blows the minds of two Los Angeles idiots. WARNING: This magic is amazing.
David Blaine Street Magic Part 2 — Illusionist David Blaine torments the same two dudes in L.A. for the second time in six months.
David Blaine Street Magic Part 3 — The OFFICIAL third installment in the "David Blaine Street Magic" series. Blaine sets his sights on the same two guys from the last two videos. And unfortunately for them, the third time's the charm.
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Stories About Local Bands and Artists
A dose of comedy’s big buzz
Ten years ago, Bill Del Gallo set his VCR to record the stand-up comedy
showcase, “Comedy Central Presents.” He watched the tape over and over,
mimicking the jokes of Lewis Black, well aware that “the biggest faux
pas is to steal stuff from another comedian,” he says.
Shapiro comes back to the ’Burg
Carl Shapiro smells like money.
Red River Rollercoaster is on a roll
Most musicians probably dream of winning awards, selling millions of records and playing sold-out arenas. Chris Howdyshell dreams of small audiences, steady gigs and the ultimate perk — bottled water.
Coming home
Jarrod Smith grew up playing guitar for friends at parties in Bergton, 30 miles northwest of Harrisonburg. Bergton is a small town with a population a little more than 500, and its big event is the annual fair in August.
Advantage: Napp
John Naparlo is silent now, drowned out by the country tunes of Johnny Napp. Naparlo loves basketball and Napp, music. It’s too bad Naparlo and Napp are one in the same.
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| On Stage: IONA CELTIC BAND will perform at 7:30 p.m. on March 13 at the BB&T Center for the Performing Arts, 1 E. Main St., Luray. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and $6 for ages 18 and younger and are available at Luray-Page County Chamber of Commerce, McKim and Huffman Pharmacy, Luray Copy Service, Luray Apothecary and Stanley Pharmacy and through InstantSeats.com. Tickets are usually available at the door, advance purchase is recommended. Box office opens 45 minutes prior to show. Cash bar will be open. (540) 743-3311 or www.PerformingArtsLuray.org. |
| Big Screen: VISULITE CINEMA will feature “Alice in Wonderland 3D.” The theater is located on North Augusta Street in Staunton. Tickets are $7.50 for adults and $6 for students (with ID), military and seniors. (540) 885-9966 or www.visulitecinema.com. |
| Sounds: BENEFIT CONCERT will be held for Hayley Kudro, a 5-year-old cancer patient, at 3:30 p.m. on March 14 at ShenanArts Stage4 Theatre in Verona. Entertainment will include Lisa and Robby Meadows, Tim Spears and the rest of the Stars of Virginia Dreams CenterStage, The Church Sisters, Andrea Saunders, Emily Henline, Samantha Allen, Gwyenne Wood and Heartland. Tickets are $15 reserved and $10 general admission. Advance tickets can be purchased by calling (540) 248-1868. |
| Late Night: APPLEBEES features live music on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:30 p.m.-midnight. All ages. No cover. 1860 E. Market St., Harrisonburg. 438-8121. |
| Eye Candy: THE ART GROUP GALLERY is featuring “July at the Refuge” by Frank Ceravalo during March. An opening reception will be held from 7-10 p.m. on March 5 with live music and light refreshments. The gallery also features Alex Hofgren in an open studio from 1-4 p.m. on Mondays. Free. Tuesday night classes have been suspended until April due to winter weather. The March First Friday event will feature David LaFleur from 7-10 p.m. on March 5. The gallery is open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday and Thursday-Saturday and noon-5 p.m. on Sunday. 5906 Main St., Mount Jackson. (540) 477-4131 or www.theartgroup.org. |
| All The Rest: TASTE OF DOWNTOWN returns with lunch and dinner specials at 16 downtown restaurants March 7-13. downtownharrisonburg.org or 432-8922. |
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