Published by Administrator April 11th, 2008
in Architecture, Durham and RDU.
From Triangle Modernist Homes:
By popular demand, TMH presents its first Mini-Tour on May 17. The event begins at Saint Stephens Episcopal Church off of Rugby Road in Durham (see directions and map below).
To respect the neighborhood and reduce disruption, a free shuttle bus will take participants to the houses. Please do not park on Rugby Road; only handicapped participants with North Carolina handicapped placards may park in front of the tour homes. Once at the first house, you may walk to the rest (about 10-15 minutes between) or take the shuttle bus. Bottled water and restrooms are available in each house.
We’ve got three really cool houses, including classics by Brian Shawcroft and Robert “Judge” Carr and the brand new “Three Pavilions” by Bill Waddell. Come and discover design ideas for your own dream home — or buy one of these (two are for sale). Each architect will be on hand at his house and available for your questions!
Register here.
Published by Administrator March 7th, 2008
in Art, First Friday and Raleigh.
A reminder for all those who subscribe via email: Tonight is First Friday, in Raleigh. Furry Geezer’s tips are here. So, to quote the Rosebuds: “Get Up, Get Out!” And Quad City DJ’s: “Ride That Train!”
And this just in via NewRaleigh.com
Also a special treat at Rebus Works, the work is Tiffany O’Brien’s “Black Valentine”, but tonight they also host Ivan Howard (of the Rosebuds) and Eddie Taylor (of the Loners) to serenade the First Friday crowd- around 8 pm.
Another reason to board that trolley!
Published by Administrator March 6th, 2008
in Art, Lookit, Raleigh, Durham and RDU.
“Durham: A Self-Portrait” will be shown Saturday, March 8, at 2 p.m. at the N.C. Museum of History in downtown Raleigh. Tickets are free. We haven’t seen it but it sounds like it’s up our alley.
More than three years ago, Emmy-winning filmmaker, Dr. Steven Channing, set out in search of an authentic depiction of Durham, his longtime home. Having heard all the stereotypes over his 20 years in the Bull City, he wondered, “What is the true face of Durham?” The answers are sure to surprise, according to Dr. Channing.
“More than 70 interviews were completed, combined with rarely seen film and video images and an original music score that combines to tell an intriguing story of race and class,” said Dr. Channing.
The film covers the birth of the tobacco era and “Black Wall Street,” as a bustling new industrial city develops at the turn of the 20th century. It continues with the impact of modernization and the Civil Rights movement, alongside the rise of Duke University and growing minority populations. Under the glare of the national media, the community struggles to confront crime and despair, and keep an open dialogue.
Upcoming Screenings:
4/11; Durham Arts Council; 7:30p
3/30; N.C. Triangle Jewish Film Festival; Galaxy Theatre, Cary
3/8; N.C. Museum of History, Raleigh; 2pm
visit http://www.portraitofdurham.com for more information.
Published by Administrator January 16th, 2008
in WTF and RDU.
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Published by Administrator August 29th, 2007
in WTF.
Thursday night was date night at the Leebowitz household and the Mrs. and I were unanimous in our excitement about seeing Superbad. Our babysitter arrives at 6:30 on date nights; just in time to talk for a while, change clothes and drive to a local theater for a 7PM movie and then, dinner. We’re spoiled and we watch 9-out-of-10 films at either Mission Valley, the Colony or the Rialto. We have an Ambassador Entertainment season pass that covers all three and they serve beer and wine, which is really nice. But Superbad didn’t show at Mission Valley until 7:40, which doesn’t allow enough time to have dinner before, or after, the film. We chose the 7:00 showing at Carmike Cinemas on Atlantic Springs Road and arrived at 7PM to a 15-plex theater with just 5 cars in the parking lot, accompanied by what appeared to be a dirty diaper in a plastic bag, in the exact spot we saw a dirty diaper in a plastic bag over 8 months ago. We purchased our tickets, walked to the very end of a vast corridor and enter our auditorium at 7:00 sharp.
Who knows how long the commercials had been running at that time but from 7:00 til 7:15, we sat through commercials for Coca-Cola, athletic shoes, video games and The National Guard. Followed by 5 previews for upcoming releases. At 7:20 PM, I was thinking: “Outside-The-Beltline really is different! People wouldn’t stand for this downtown!” and wondering if Carmike Cinemas subjects everyone to this barrage of advertising, or just their theaters that tend to serve minority populations. At 7:30, as the previews ended and we watched a promotion for DLP Digital Projection, I realized we’d spent more than 10 minutes driving to the theater and we could have attended the 7:40 at Mission Valley and actually saved time and enjoyed some micro-brew beer with the film. Really, when you’re paying $7.50 to see a film, shouldn’t you be able to avoid the commercials you’re forced to endure with broadcast television? And if theater chains are struggling for survival in the face of home theaters, DVD rentals and new technologies, shouldn’t they work harder not to embody the worst of the commercial television experience?
I enjoyed the film more than the Mrs.; I thought it was SuperAwesome, but Carmike Cinemas and films that start a full 25 minutes later than the published time are SuperAwful. The whole experience renewed my appreciation for the theaters that treat me well.
Published by Administrator August 14th, 2007
in Good Stuff and Durham.
The Carolina Theatre Cinemas celebrate their reopening this Friday with free movies. You can visit the box office in advance to pick up free passes.
Click here for the schedule and more information.
Published by Administrator August 6th, 2007
in Lookit, Good Stuff and RDU.
Saturday, August 11, 2007 from 1 - 4PM
NCSU North Campus, Caldwell Hall Basement Rooms G107
2221 Hillsborough Street (Across from Bruegger’s Bagels)
People are encouraged to bring their home movies, in film formats only (8mm, Super-8 and 16mm) for public viewing and advice on preservation of film. A rare chance to see archival footage of the Triangle in the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. I was very happy to learn that individuals can donate their home movies to the State Archives. This is a pro-film / anti-video event; so don’t even try to bring a VHS tape, unless your parents are Rob Lowe, Pamela Anderson, or Jayne Kennedy. Click here for more info.
Published by Administrator July 1st, 2007
in WTF.
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