Saturday, March 10th, 2012
Events Starting on This Day:
Sat., Mar 10, 2012 @ 3:30pm
When musicians Keith Grimwood and Ezra Idlet met in Texas in a folk rock band in the 1970s, they began a decades-long collaboration, Trout Fishing in America, which has produced 15 albums and four Grammy Award nominations. 3:30 p.m. $8-$15....
Sat., Mar 10, 2012 @ 7:00pm
The Rolling Thunder of Evansville is a group dedicated to aiding veterans, and this variety show brings in an Elvis impersonator, local bands, and comedians. The lineup: Gina Moore, Downfall Rock Band, Tomb Stones, Scott Winstead, and the Van-Dells. 6:30...
Sat., Mar 10, 2012 @ 8:00pm
Kinobe, a multi-instrumentalist and singer/songwriter, brings the band African Sensation to perform under the beams. The Ugandan musicians play traditional instruments to express ideas of their African roots and culture. 8 p.m. $15-$28. ...
Continuing Events:
Wed., Oct 5, 2011 @ 12:00 - Sun., Apr 29, 2012 @ 1:00
Need to get out of the office? The Arts Council of Southwest Indiana offers lunchtime performances of instrumental, vocal, jazz, opera, and dance. Wednesdays noon-1 p.m. Free. ...
Tue., Jan 17 - Sun., Mar 18, 2012
Two portfolios of fine art prints come from a variety of mediums that would make Johannes Gutenberg proud. The work showcases intaglio etchings, lithographs, screen-prints, woodcuts, and monotypes. Graduate students are among the participating artists, but the majority of the...
Fri., Jan 20 - Sun., Mar 11, 2012
The Kentucky Guild of Artists and Craftsmen presents this media exhibition showcasing paintings, jewelry, photography, textiles, and mixed media pieces, most of which will be for sale. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Free. ...
Sun., Feb 19 - Sun., May 13, 2012
On March 27, 1812, Hugh McGary purchased 200 acres of land that became known as the City of Evansville. This exhibition — a part of the Bicentennial celebration that recognizes Evansville’s 200-year existence — includes historic documents and artifacts relating...
Fri., Mar 2 - Sun., Mar 18, 2012
In the classic novel by Ken Kesey, a convicted man pleads insanity to avoid a prison sentence, and he winds up in a mental institution where he creates chaos and challenges the minds and hearts of all. 8 p.m. Fridays...
Thu., Mar 8 - Sun., Mar 11, 2012
As if acting, singing, and dancing all at once doesn’t seem challenging enough, throw in ice skating. Disney On Ice not only takes audiences along the magical journeys of beloved Disney stars, but also shows off the variety of talents...
Fri., Mar 9 - Sat., Mar 24, 2012
Follow the comical journey of a young girl with high hopes to be the Fourth of July Miss Firecracker in a small Mississippi town. 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays. $10-$15. ...
Fri., Mar 9 - Sat., Mar 10, 2012
This international effort brings teams of architects, contractors, engineers, students, and others to build and design a structure completely out of canned goods. Their work is impressive and typically involves more than 20,000 cans. The event is put on by...
Fri., Mar 9 - Sat., Mar 10, 2012
In an effort to help Christians defeat the sexual temptations this world offers, Crossroads Christian Church has created an informative weekend dedicated to the topic of purity. According to the church’s website, 50 percent of Christian professing men and 20...
Fri., Mar 9 - Sun., Mar 11, 2012
In this performance from the Gibson County Theatre Company, British demolition expert “Froggy” LeSeuer holds occasional training sessions at an Army base in Georgia. When he brings his friend, Charlie, who is extremely shy, LeSeuer tells his audience that his...
Upcoming Events in the Tri-State:
- Historic Preservation Program
Thu., May 24, 2012 @ 6:00pm - Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation Graduations
Fri., May 25 - Sat., May 26, 2012 - 41st Speleofest
Fri., May 25 - Sun., May 27, 2012 - Starlight Strawberry Festival
Sat., May 26, 2012 @ 8:00am