:: propagandart ~ january 12, 2004 ::

here are some good excuses to get together with some friends....

:: rc dub ::

Since our last gig in July, we have been writing away at some new material with our two new members Jason (drums) and Tim (trombone). Now back at our full six member strength we are back in the old groove and trying some new tricks. We've been dying to get out there again, and the wait is almost over.

Keep your calendars open for Thursday January 15th 2004, R.C. Dub will be returning to the Legendary Zoo Bar, our official home base, for what looks to be an amazing night.

The night will start of early and from 8:30-9:30 Josh from 400 Years Radio will be spinning some righteous tunes to get everyone in the mood. Come early to get in the groove, dance and enjoy a full night of hot island sounds to warm your cold dancing feet. And as always the boys at the bar will be offering drink specials all night.

Thursday Jan. 15 @ the Zoo Bar ~ $3 @ the door.
Hope to see you there!

To be added to the RC Dub mailing list, send your email address to: rcdubbers@hotmail.com.

:: reggae at the bricktop ::

Looking for some ire sounds to get your week started off right?

Look no further than Monday nights at The Bricktop where DJ Josh from 400 Years Radio spins his killer sets of roots, dub, drum and bass and everything in between, every Monday from 10pm-1am. Josh turns out some heavy sets on Monday nights digging deep to find just the right cuts to get the room feeling it. We've been going every week, and each night is always different. If you're looking for something to do with your friends, relax and enjoy some great music, with NO COVER this is it.

:: crescent moon coffee music schedule ::

Friday, Jan. 16
Crescent Moon Jazz Band will be on hand from 7 to 10 PM
Are you an aspiring jazz musician? Come on in and join in on a song or
two with these UNL jazz musicians. Crescent Moon is offering Friday
evenings as not only an opportunity to hear some standard jazz tunes,
but also an opportunity for up and coming musicians to get their feet
wet in front of an audience.

Saturday, Jan. 17
Singer & songwriter, Shawn Cole will be performing from 8 to 10 PM
Shawn released his first solo CD last year and will be here for an
intimate evening of original as well as old familiar songs of folk &
blues. Saturday nights at the Moon have been delightfully packed so be
sure to get here early if you like to have a chair!

Monday, Jan. 19
Crescent Moon Reading Series at 7PM with open mic at 8PM
Each Monday, Crescent Moon features a regional writer from 7 to 8 PM.
Attendance continues to grow so once again, be here early to secure a
seat! Open mic starts at 8:00. We've been enjoying poetry, stories, and
music during this second hour. Don't be shy, sign up for your time at
the microphone.

Here is the January & February concert schedule for Crescent Moon Coffee at 816 P Street in Lincoln. This schedule (and our Monday night reading series schedule) can also be found on our website at www.crescentmooncoffee.com. Contact us at 435-2828 or terrijo@inebraska.com for additional information. Thanks and Happy New Year!

Every Friday we offer live jazz music from 7 to 10 PM. Various local jazz artists are featured.

Our Saturday evening (8 to 10 PM) acoustic series is as follows:
Jan. 24 - Travis & the Flamecats (acoustic folk & blues band)
Jan. 31 - Tom Lucas (folk, oldies, and comedy)

Feb. 7 - Michael Murphy (Omaha singer songwriter)
Feb. 14 - Lojo Russo (west coast touring singer/songwriter)
Feb. 21 - Katie Ray (acoustic guitar and vocals)
Feb. 28 - Gada Swing (swing band featuring Dave Fowler)

:: jack rinke ::

Join local musician Jack Rinke for our winter Rush Hour Concert. Jack's mood-melting piano will ease your day from work to play. He will perform an hour of music from his newly released recordings (and maybe a few selections from his debut CD, Solace), followed by a light meal.

Jack Rinke will be performing as part of the Abendmusik: Lincoln Concert Series this Friday, January 16th at 5:30 PM. The concert is at First-Plymouth and tickets are $15 Adults; $15 Sr. Citizens; $5 Students. It is one of the new "Rush Hour" concerts with a light supper included in the ticket price.

More info at: http://www.abendmusik.org/schedule.html &
http://www.firstplymouth.org/herald/index.html#cruise (scroll down a little)

Jack Rinke: A Simple Noelle
A Simple Noelle is Jack Rinke's second solo CD and combines traditional holiday selections and original compositions - all arranged and performed by Jack. This is music for the piano that lifts the spirit and calms the soul during a hectic time of the year. This truly is "a gift that will keep on giving" for many years to come.

Jack Rinke: Solace
Gladden your heart and freshen your mind with the piano solos of First-Plymouth’s composer in residence. Jack Rinke’s music and performances are familiar to many of you. Treat yourself and others to this gifted composer and keyboard artist.

Available at: Barnes & Noble, Borders Books & Music, Barb’s Hallmark stores, Finke Gardens, Stem Gallery, Campbell’s Nurseries, Hillis & Company

:: sheldon art: Enrique Martinez Celaya ::

Enrique Martinez Celaya, The October Cycle, 2000-2002
On display Sheldon Art Gallery through January 25, 2004

Born in Cuba and raised in Spain, Enrique Martinez Celaya began to make art as a Ph.D. student in physics at the University of California-Berkeley. Intrigued with the concrete and ephemeral aspects of art making, Martinez Celaya has committed himself to using art to explore the philosophical problems of meaning, identity and communication. Celaya's work has been exhibited nationally and internationally, most recently in a three-venue exhibition focusing on his work from 1992-2000 and organized by The Contemporary Museum in Honolulu. His sculptures, paintings and subtle watercolor drawings utilize a personal iconology that explores philosophical problems through the veil of fragmentation, alienation and nostalgia.

For more information: http://www.sheldonartgallery.org/

Sponsored By: Lincoln Plating and the Lincoln Journal Star

:: resolution fulfillment ::

i'm assuming that many of you have made some new year's resolutions. if taking better care of your mind, spirit and body is on your list, i have a great resource for you. the haymarket pilates and yoga center is a wonderful place to learn about yoga and pilates and the effects they can have on your overall wellbeing. if you're already familiar with the disciplines, then you can use the center to extend your practice.

the center is run by cary twomey who is extremely knowledgeable about yoga/pilates and loves helping people discover the benefits of adding yoga/pilates into their world. hit their website for more information about the classes they offer: http://www.pilatesyogalincoln.com/ or for even more information, contact cary at: carytwomey@aol.com or 477-5101.

Reconnect in Early Winter
By Cary Twomey (carytwomey@aol.com)

There is a fundamental rhythm that is present and alive within each and every one of us. It is a rhythm that tells us when we are hungry, when we are tired or over worked, when we are to extend outward or to pull back. This is a pulse that we have forgotten how to listen to, that we have chosen to ignore. Vitality, clarity, health and inner peace are available to us in abundance. But these cannot be obtained through our external pursuits alone. A vital connection must first be made in order awaken the inner wisdom; there must be a desire to move toward a life of balance. If that desire is not present, then no progress can be made.

The tissues in our body have lost their memory and in their confusion have lost the ability to heal. We have lost our connection to the mother within and Mother Nature without. The fundamental rhythms that will bring true healing at the deepest level have been pushed aside. Usually, after we have exhausted all else it is only then that we are willing to give harmonious, conscious living a try. Those that harmonize themselves will be a harmonizing force in the universe around them. We can begin to awaken the memory of our tissues and cells and reconnect to the inner and outer rhythms that will guide us in all endeavors. We can start by acknowledging the cyclical rhythms of the seasons. Each season has an inherent pace that if followed will ensure that we have the health and vitality for the season to follow. Maintenance of health is a yearly process not just an occasional thought. We are not meant to be eating and living in the same manner in every season. Try living with the rhythms of the seasons for one whole year and you will see profound positive change in the body, mind and spirit.

The full article discusses how the body works during the winter, and gives insights on ways to use this time of year to replenish your mind, body and spirit and prepare it for the deep winter. Read the rest here...