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Poor kids can learn, but not if they don’t want to.” MAIL, PAGE 2
Tracking changes in the world’s ecosystem. NEWS, PAGE 5
Teachers want Brizard out. NEWS, PAGE 6
REVIEW: Geva’s “Over the Tavern.” THEATER, PAGE 21
REVIEW: VSW’s “A Reading Room for Shedding Light.” ART, PAGE 24
FEATURE | STORY BY ERIC REZSNYAK | PAGE 10 | ILLUSTRATION BY MATT DETURCK
Changing reels: The Little in transition If you’re tuned in to the Rochester arts and cultural scene, you may have heard rumors about trouble at The Little, the region’s premier independent and foreign movie house. Between a recent lawsuit brought against the theater for non-payment of some of its café musicians, the lack of an executive director since last summer, and the constant pleas for memberships, the concern is understandable. But according to the current leadership of the theater, the concern is also unfounded. “The Little is not in trouble,” says Matthew MacKinnon, president of the Little Theatre Film
Society Board. He acknowledges that sluggish ticket sales and dwindling grant dollars left the theater in the red for the past two years. But MacKinnon says that the theater is currently doing well, and is coming out of what he refers to as a financial transition period. At the same time, the film industry itself has changed, with increased crossover between mainstream and independent films and a shift in theatergoing trends. The Little will be 82-years-old this fall, and “the Little will be around for the next 80 years,” MacKinnon says. “It is just continuing our mission that gets more patrons through the door.”
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Don’t outlaw abortion
Anti-abortion crusader Kelly Brunacini (The Mail, February 9) would have us outlaw all abortions because a minuscule number of them involve medical malpractice. That makes about as much sense as outlawing all tonsillectomies because there are sometimes botched ones, and lest you think otherwise, there are some. One of the most egregious involved an 8-year old who went into Sacred Heart Hospital in Allentown, Pennsylvania for an elective and routine tonsillectomy and was left blind, mute, and unable to walk. There are ways to deal with incompetent doctors who perform abortions, just as there are ways to deal with incompetent doctors who perform tonsillectomies. Outlawing the procedures is not one of them. LINDA STEPHENS, GREECE
Get real about condoms
I say yes to condoms in city high schools. Data supports the fact that giving kids information (educating them) and offering a service does not increase sexual activity. Fact: 58 percent of Rochester city school students are sexually active; 21 percent of them have had four or more partners. That is the reality of the situation. Let condoms be distributed in school by a health-care professional along with accurate sexual health information. Health educators need to do their part in their classrooms. Along with reducing the rate of HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases, we will reduce the alarming teen pregnancy rate, which is a huge contributing factor to generational poverty. City
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This is a health and economic issue. It is time to get real. LINDA LOUISON-KRAUSE, FAIRPORT
Louison-Krause is a retired Rochester school district health teacher.
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On the Rochester school district’s low “college and career ready” ranking: I wish that we could re-
place the term “concentrated poverty” — which has become code for “excuses,” to many — with the term “concentrated challenges.” Lack of educational role models, job opportunities, and hope for a better future are rooted in economic and social policy decisions made by government and business leaders in the past and present. Let’s admit that the AfricanAmerican experience is different than an immigrants’ from, oh, let’s say, Haiti. Let’s recognize the absurdity that somehow the majority of teachers in the burbs are magically “better” than those in the city. (I would love to see a statistic on how many teachers in the suburbs cut their teeth in the city and then left for better working conditions — although I agree that there are a significant portion of ineffective teachers in the city, mostly because of a lack of parental pressure, and that the administrators and the union need to do a better job of removing them.) Let’s admit that, yes, “poor” kids can learn, but not if they don’t want to. Let’s address why they don’t want to. And lastly, please, for the sake of my sanity, stop advising us folks that live here, what’s wrong with the schools and how to fix them. We know what’s wrong. We know that indeed it does take more money and that in an ideal world you would open your schools to “our” children that you profess to care so much about. Urban student outcomes would change dramatically if students facing significant challenges were spread out among all schools in Monroe County. How come I never see that suggestion from “Mr. So and So” in Pittsford or “Ms. So and So” from the Business Council? The people with money and power don’t really want the status quo to change. It’s been working just fine for them. LINDA LOPATA
It is the responsibility of the community to address the issue of poverty, but the community cannot act alone. Why is there such
poverty in Rochester? Jobs have left. Why have jobs left? Taxes are a big reason. Businesses can be more profitable elsewhere. Jobs are the single greatest anti-gang, anti-violence, anti-crime, pro-education, pro-growth program that could possibly exist. As much as I blame the superintendent for the climate that exists between teachers and him, as futile as I think his “reform” efforts are, even if suddenly I were to be put in charge, the fact is that I could only acheive just so much with my reforms until the community as a whole (including NYS) embraced real job creation as a mission. However, even without the community’s will to change much, the 5 percent can be increased by doing a few simple things that would be embraced by the teachers, administrators, and parents: 1) Lower (not raise) class sizes. 2) End social promotions. If a kid can’t read in third grade, what in God’s name makes you think he’s going to be successful in 9th grade? 3) Raise each and every teacher’s standards. When I asked the teacher I student-taught under if his standards had gone down over the years, he admitted they had. When I asked my father, he said his had changed, but not gone down. Both men were 30-plus-year veterans of teaching. The difference was that my father’s career was suburban. If we don’t expect kids to do the work, they won’t. 4) Remove students who simply cannot graduate (due to lack of earned credits) and place them in a separate school focused on passing the GED. Twenty-year-old freshmen are the bane of almost every high school in the district. I guarantee that if we implemented these ideas, and maintained them district-wide, “prepared graduate” rates would start to increase. To an “acceptable” level? No. The poverty’s too pervasive. But they’d at least double to 10 percent. These are reforms every good teacher and administrator (I believe) would support. And if they support them, then there’s a good chance they’ll work. YUGOBOY
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Ah, democracy: revolts and repugnancies It’s both inspiring and heartbreaking to watch the rebellions flaring up in Africa and the Middle East. Egyptians managed to force out Hosni Mubarak, but other dictators — and other armies — are more willing than he was to gun down their own people. The “willing” include Muammar el-Qaddafi of Libya, where earlier this week, news media were reporting that he had brought in mercenaries from out of the country, and helicopters and militia were firing at protesters. And here we sit in the USA, basking in our democracy and making a mockery of it. It’s hard to know where to start. In New York State, numerous candidates for the state legislature promised last fall that they would support a non-partisan process for drawing new legislative district lines. That was then. Now, they’re rapidly pedaling backward, saying they have more important things to do. Prominent state Democrats never supported nonpartisan redistricting in the first place. Locally, Republicans in the Monroe County Legislature didn’t even make a pretense of wanting to remove politics from the drawing of legislative district lines. Their reason? Letting politicians do the job has worked just fine in the past. Well, of course: having politicians do the job has worked just fine for the politicians, here and in Albany. It gives you an idea of the pols’ attitude toward voters that they don’t want non-partisan groups to get their hands on this. Many state legislators are even objecting to major ethics reform — this despite the high-profile circuses of the past couple of years. Legislators insist that they can clean up their own house, but as the Times noted earlier this month: “In 2007, the Legislature created its own ethics oversight commission, which has failed to find any serious wrongdoing by any colleagues. During that same period, however, nine legislators have been either indicted or convicted of bribery, fraud or other crimes. Others are under investigation — not by the legislative committee, but by federal, state and local law enforcement.” And, said the Times: “By the latest count, 14 Albany legislators have either been indicted, convicted or pleaded guilty to abusing the public’s trust over the last decade.” Then there’s the problem of money in politics: Presumably, none of us believe
We have grown used to the corruption, and the most we do about it is stay home on Election Day. any longer the canard that big donors to political campaigns don’t expect anything in return — and that politicians pay no attention to those donors when they vote. You can find a current example in Wisconsin, where Governor Scott Walker is trying to break the state’s publicemployee unions. Public-employee unions — unions in general — are a favorite target pretty much everywhere right now. But they’re one of the few counterbalances to the growing power of big business in politics. And big business is exuberantly willing to spend money to get government to do what it wants. One of the biggest contributors to Walker’s election campaign, according to the Times, was Koch Industries — a Wichita firm with operations in Wisconsin — owned by David and Charles Koch, the billionaire libertarian brothers who are funding numerous conservative causes. Walker, interestingly, has been an equal-opportunity executive. Other Walker campaign contributors were police and firefighter unions. And so when Walker called for an end to many of the collective-bargaining rights of public employees, he exempted two unions: the police and firefighters. We have grown used to all this, and the most we do about it is shrug — and stay home on Election Day. (And you see how that’s been workin’ for us.) Maybe we’ll pause, then, and watch the news reports out of Bahrain. And Yemen. And Libya… where, as I wrapped up this column on Tuesday, the news media were quoting Qaddafi as saying he would “fight to the last drop of blood,” and desperate Libyans were telling of massacres, of Qaddafi loyalists driving up and down streets shooting everyone in sight. Ordinary Libyans, dying for democracy. Wow.
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Cuomo calls for redistricting reform
Governor Andrew Cuomo submitted independent redistricting legislation for consideration by the Legislature. Senate Democrats embraced the proposal, but the Legislature’s majority party leaders — Democrats in the Assembly and Republicans in the Senate — showed little enthusiasm.
RTA backs Johnson
Mayoral candidate Bill Johnson has been endorsed by the Rochester Teachers Association. The special election to replace former Mayor Bob Duffy has been set for Tuesday, March 29. Johnson is also endorsed by the Independence and Working Families parties.
Wegmans windows
Wegmans, according to some local media, is putting more windows on the East Avenue side of its planned new store. Critics of the original design complained about staring at a long, brick wall along East Avenue. A Wegmans spokesperson wouldn’t confirm the change. She said officials are in the process of revising plans for the East Avenue store
and should be finished in about 30 days. The new store is scheduled to open in 2012.
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Afghan students missing
Three Afghan students participating in a cultural exchange program at Nazareth College have been reported missing. At least one of the students has contacted family and another has contacted a lawyer, so it is presumed they are safe. Speculation is that the students are trying to defect. The passports of the remaining 17 students in the program have been confiscated. Natural or active? Parks users have different ideas for Powder Mills Park. PHOTO BY MATT DETURCK
Council’s legal bills
City Council was expected at its meeting Tuesday night to authorize a maximum payment of $25,000 to the Nixon Peabody law firm for representation during the mayor succession crisis. Christopher Thomas is representing the city at an hourly rate of $250, with lesser rates set for associates and paralegals. The cost of services in the first lawsuit, which was dismissed, is not to exceed $10,000. The cost of the second lawsuit is, according to the Council legislation, not to exceed $15,000.
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Plan will set path for Powder Mills Park By the end of summer, county officials hope to complete Powder Mills Park’s first master plan. The 380-acre park in Pittsford and Perinton has been part of the county system since the 1930’s. The fish hatchery and skiing hill are prominent features, but Irondequoit Creek also flows through it. Last week, county parks officials held a forum to gather public input for the plan. Powder Mills Park is prized by many of its users for its glacial formations and diverse plant and wildlife species. At last week’s forum,
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Steve Daniel, a naturalist and Powder Mills neighbor, said he found a plant in the park last summer that hadn’t been seen since the 1920’s. The park should be left as a passive, natural park, he said. Ecological conservation will be a key part of the plan, says Tom Robinson of Environmental Design and Research, the county’s consultant. Mark Rosenzweig, a mountain biker and board member of Genesee Region Off-Road Cyclists, requested that parks officials include shared-use trails in the master plan. The trails would be sustainable and would
help prevent erosion, he said. Several speakers made a similar request. Other speakers questioned the anti-erosion claim; one man said that Irondequoit Creek already has problems with sediment and that mountain biking in the park will worsen water quality. Cassandra Petsos of People for Parks took it a step further. The park is heavily used, and that’s already causing stress to its facilities, trails, and ecosystems, she said. Parks officials should “be careful about adding any new uses,” she said.
Understanding environmental change is crucial to the sustainable use and management of the planet’s natural resources. Scientists want to know the impact that changes in climate, land use, and invasive species have over time on water, air, and soil quality. And what the response should be.
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POLITICS | BY CHRISTINE CARRIE FIEN
RIT helps track ecological changes An early low-tech method for determining air safety in coal mines was to bring a canary into the mine shaft. If carbon monoxide or methane gas reached perilously high levels or oxygen was dangerously low, the canary would die. That signaled miners to immediately vacate the mine. The National Ecological Observatory Network could be described as the country’s high-technology equivalent to the canary. NEON is a network of scientists throughout the US committed to a massive 30-year study of the possible long-term impacts of environmental changes on people. And the Rochester Institute of Technology is one of the research universities involved in NEON’s efforts. Understanding environmental change is crucial to the sustainable use and management of the planet’s natural resources, says Jan van Aardt, an associate professor with RIT’s Chester F. Carlson Center for Imaging Science. Scientists want to know, he says, the impact that changes in climate, land use, and invasive species have over time on water, air, and soil quality. And what the response should be. When fully operational in 2016, NEON will consist of 62 data-gathering stations in 20 climate zones across the continental US, Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico.
The stations will examine the changes occurring in diverse ecosystems including the Great Lakes and the prairies of central US. The stations will use sophisticated Jan van Aardt. hyperspectral camera PHOTO BY MATT DETURCK systems combined with highly sensitive light detection and ranging equipment that can be flown over targeted sites. These advanced systems allow scientists to create 3D images that are in some ways comparable to CT scans. The images look inside the target and measure minute changes, such as the carbon captured during photosynthesis. RIT’s role, van Aardt says, is unique. The Institute’s Digital Imaging and Remote Sensing group is versed in the analysis of the data that gives the images scale, he says, and in creating simulated natural environment modeling. RIT is helping to develop 3D or structural information that can be used to assess ecosystem conditions. The information, says van Aardt, can be used for research and by policy decision-makers.
Why Council didn’t appoint an interim
Cost of War 4,437 US servicemen and servicewomen, 318 Coalition servicemen and servicewomen, and approximately 99,712 to 108,865 Iraqi civilians have been killed in Iraq from the beginning of the war and occupation to February 18. American servicemen and servicewomen killed from January 17 to February 15: -- Spc. Lashawn D. Evans, 24, Columbia, S.C. IRAQ TOTALS —
AFGHANISTAN TOTALS
1,476 US servicemen and servicewomen and 854 Coalition servicemen and servicewomen have been killed in Afghanistan from the beginning of the war and occupation to February 11. Statistics for Afghan civilian casualties are not available. No American servicemen and servicewomen were reported killed after February 8. —
City Council met several times, and President Lovely Warren had numerous discussions with individual Council members, to discuss making an interim appointment to fill the vacancy left by former Mayor Bob Duffy, Warren says. But in the end, the majority of Council members opted to go with a special election, she says. | Council’s failure to make an appointment is coming under judicial scrutiny in a lawsuit filed by community activist Harry Davis. The case is back in court this Wednesday, February 23. Davis is challenging the legality of the special election and the authority of Acting Mayor Carlos Carballada.| Council members initially discussed appointing someone from Council, Warren says, but found out they were legally prohibited from doing so. | A couple of other names surfaced, Warren says, but those people weren’t interested. | Although she supported a special election from the beginning, Warren says she encouraged those favoring an appointment to find a candidate and to build support on Council. No one did so, she says. And when it came time to see where Council members stood, she says, the special election won out, 5 to 4. | “There was no need to go any further,” Warren says.
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EDUCATION | BY TIM LOUIS MACALUSO AND MARY ANNA TOWLER
Rochester teachers want Brizard out
Superintendent Jean-Claude Brizard: Some of the unions’ positions “don’t work today.” Teachers-union President Adam Urbanski: The gulf between teachers and Brizard is too wide. from left:
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The Rochester School District, already trying to deal with a major budget problem and bad news about student achievement, has a new crisis on its hands: a rebellion by its teachers union, which is now pushing the school board to get rid of Superintendent JeanClaude Brizard. This is the first time that the union has tried to force out a superintendent. Brizard does have support from some community leaders. Former mayor Bob Duffy was a fan, for instance, and former RIT President Al Simone recently wrote a supportive opinion piece in the Democrat and Chronicle, as did the Rev. Franklin Florence of the Central Church of Christ. Last year, the school board renewed Brizard’s contract for three years. But even some board members have expressed concern about some of his public comments about teachers and what they say is his tendency to jump into a major decision without thinking about implementation. And board member Cynthia Elliott called for his ouster last year. Many teachers, however, have been unhappy with Brizard almost since he arrived in Rochester in early 2008. The conflict in part grows out of Brizard’s personality. While he can be warm and engaging, he also is forceful. And he obviously is confident that he is taking the district in the right direction. Teachers charge that he does not listen to their concerns or involve them in decision City
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making. Brizard’s in-house suspension program, for instance, caught many teachers by surprise. But much of the criticism is based on initiatives Brizard has been pushing in the district, including closing schools and linking teachers’ pay to students’ performance. Teachers and parent activists have also pressed for much more involvement in the operation of the school district: for collective decision-making in district policies. This is a tension being played out in other urban school districts. A protest at last Thursday’s school board
meeting offered a sense of the depth of teachers’ opposition. About 400 members of the Rochester Teachers Association, along with some parents and community activists, carried signs and chanted slogans in front of the school district’s central office — the second time in less than a month that hundreds of them have taken to the streets in anger. Thursday’s protest was well organized, complete with two trucks parked in the parking lot selling refreshments. Inside, at the school board’s monthly meeting, about 20 RTA members and their allies blasted Brizard’s policies and urged the board to begin negotiating with him for his resignation. Brizard was at an American Association of School Administrators conference in
Denver, but that didn’t lighten the protest. In pointed, personal attacks, speakers criticized Brizard’s management style and said he fails to communicate with teachers, parents, and even his supervisors: school board members. “His idea of shared decision-making is: ‘I’ll make the decision and share it with you,’” said RTA leader John Pavone. Speakers also condemned Brizard’s ties to the Broad Institute, of which he is a Fellow. Brizard’s training at Broad, critics argued, makes him unsuitable to be Rochester’s superintendent because the organization’s philosophy clashes with the values of parents and teachers. The Institute grooms superintendents and tends to promote a business-like model for managing school districts: supporting charter schools, sidelining unions, and linking teacher compensation to student performance. Brizard has stated multiple times that he agrees with some of Broad’s teachings but not all of them. He does, however, support charter schools. “It has nothing to do with charter schools,” Brizard said in an interview on Friday. “It’s about school choice, and I support parents who want choice.” Brizard is also trying to introduce more incentive-based compensation for Rochester teachers, and he doesn’t support the contract’s seniority system. The current union contract, he says, could force him to cut his best new teachers and keep less effective teachers with more seniority. “Sometimes the unions need to step back and hear the larger anger out there,” Brizard said. “Some of their positions don’t work today.” RTA members view this as a direct attack on the union and traditional public schools. At last week’s school board meeting, parent activist Mary Adams described Brizard’s strategic plan as an attempt to move the district toward privatizing public schools. Brizard is wrong, some speakers said, when he says that protesters want to preserve the status quo and that teachers don’t want to be held accountable for their performance. And, they said, instead of advocating for charter schools, Brizard should use his state and national connections to oppose the expansion of high-stakes testing. RTA President Adam Urbanski repeated the results of the union’s no-confidence vote. “If 94.6 percent of the soldiers said they didn’t support the general, should they get a new army or new general?” he asked.
Board members were mostly silent during the meeting, neither agreeing with the protesters nor saying anything in support of Brizard. An exception was Cynthia Elliott. Elliott has been a harsh critic of the superintendent, but she has also criticized the teachers union. At last week’s meeting, Elliott said the union should conduct a no-confidence vote against union president Urbanski. “He’s the one who’s been here 30 years,” she said. Protests aside, the teachers’ union can’t
terminate Brizard’s contract. Brizard said on Friday that he has no intention of resigning, “And, as far as I know,” he said, “I don’t think the board is ready to buy out my contract.” In an interview late last week, school board President Malik Evans said that the board supports Brizard, and interviews with a majority of the board back that up. “Jean-Claude is going to remain superintendent of the Rochester city school district,” Evans said. “He has the support of the majority of this board.” And Evans said he thinks that once the teachers’ union and the superintendent negotiate a new contract, much of the tension will go away. But in an interview late last week, Urbanski disagreed. The protest, he said, “has nothing to do with negotiating a new contract.” There is too wide a gulf between Brizard and teachers and parents, Urbanski said, and the differences can no longer be ignored. The school board should negotiate an end to Brizard’s contract and get him out, he said. Is Evans right, that the protests will fade once the district and the union settle their contract negotiations? The district’s budget crisis isn’t going to help matters. “We’re in a budget year,” board member Willa Powell said the day after the meeting. “And there will be layoffs, and there’s going to be more anger directed at him. The budget is only going to exacerbate the problem.” Something else could stoke the protest fervor: the 2011 elections. Four school board members — the board majority —will be up for re-election in the fall, and Brizard’s critics could help get new members elected. And the teachers’ dissatisfaction could have a political impact even sooner, in the March 29 mayoral election. The RTA has endorsed former mayor Bill Johnson.
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Urban Action This week’s calls to action include the following events and activities. (All are free and open to the public, unless otherwise noted.)
Community input in urban planning The Rochester Regional Community Design Center will present “Longing for Green Places,” a talk with Gianni Longo at 6:15 p.m. on Monday, February 28. Longo pioneered public involvement in the design and planning of public spaces. Longo’s talk will be held at Christ Church, 141 East Avenue. Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Information: www.rrcdc.org.
Estonia’s voice for independence The Rochester Friends Meeting will show “the Singing Revolution,” a documentary film that
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recounts Estonia’s fight for independence from the Soviet Union, and how thousands of people voiced their protest through song. The film will be shown at 7 p.m. on Monday, February 28, at 84 Scio Street.
Penfield to review sidewalks
The Town of Penfield will hold a public meeting to discuss new sidewalk installations at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 2, at the Penfield Town Hall, 3100 Atlantic Avenue.
Agriculture on film
The Unitarian Universalist Church will hold a special sermon at 10 a.m. on Sunday, February 27, titled “Knowing What Nourishes.” The sermon will be followed by a soup- and-sandwich lunch, and the film “Dirt” will be shown at
noon. The film looks at soil fertility, drought, and climate change. After the film, attendees can purchase a share of a local farm’s crop of organic fruits and vegetables for the next 24-week gardening and growing season. The event will be held at 3024 Cooley Road, Canandaigua. Reservations and information: 394-6993.
Dining curry acting as a complement to the seafood rather than the mask that it might be in the hands of an overeager cook. Almost every entrée on iTastea’s menu is served with your choice of steamed or fried dumplings: three pork-and-scallion-stuffed pot stickers that are pleasant on their own, but even better used as a sort of mop at the end of your meal to capture any sauce that might be left behind. I have some preference for the fried version, primarily because Wu cooks them very well, putting a nice golden-brown crust on each of the pan-fried dumplings that plays well with the sauce he sends out with them. Lunch at iTastea can be a tasty experience,
Dan dan mian, shrimp potstickers, and spicy chicken noodle (left to right) from iTastea. PHOTOS BY MATT DETURcK
Serenity now iTastea 290 Exchange Boulevard 360-2722, itastea.com Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.-8 p.m. [ REVIEW ] BY JAMES LEACH
Rochester has a great selection of Asian food, but until recently it had few, if any, straightup noodle shops. Yuke Wu’s 3-month-old restaurant iTastea in Corn Hill Landing makes a brave attempt to fill that void. Opened in the former Corn Hill Creamery location, iTastea is a zen-like exercise in restaurant minimalism. The space has the spare look and earth tones of an expensive health spa, offering diners a nearly unobstructed view of the Genesee River rushing by outside. Armed with one of the restaurant’s wide selection of newspapers and magazines and a bowl of steaming noodle soup, the undulating counter beneath those windows is a pleasant place for a quiet, contemplative lunch. The rest of the dining room is airy and light, and the live plants luxuriating in river-
stone-filled vases on the tables are a nice touch. It’s the sort of place you might go to have a conversation about how yoga has changed your life, or to discuss the state of your chakras. iTastea’s menu takes a similarly minimalist approach that is, in part, dictated by the tiny kitchen in which chef and owner Wu works. Using only a single burner for cooking, and a two-basin bain marie to boil his noodles, Wu relies on a wide assortment of vegetables, garnishes, and house-made sauces to assemble a menu based almost entirely on variations on a single type of noodle. Those noodles are either stir fried or served in soup, and then dressed up with everything from ground pork and chili peppers to seafood and fragrant, curried seafood stock. Two dishes, dan dan mian and curried hot-
pot noodles ($8.75 each), show how flexible Wu’s approach can be. Both dishes start with a portion of thick, bone-white rice noodles that Wu cooks to slick, substantial, and toothsome perfection. At iTastea, these noodles form the base for dan dan mian, a Szechuan street-dish made with chopped preserved vegetables, ground pork, a bit of
sesame paste, chilis, and garlic that can be served either dry or in soup. Either way, the dish is not as spicy as it would appear at first glance: the forbiddingly deep red sauce atop a plate of noodles looks like it would pack a wallop, but instead delivers a nice balance of heat and sweet that allows the pork to shine. The occasional green zing of a bit of scallion livens it up nicely, and the ratio of noodles to sauce ensures that the dish doesn’t end up feeling greasy. The same noodles go into Wu’s hot-pot noodles, which are an ingenious solution to the restrictions of cooking in a tiny kitchen. Hot pot is a layered dish not dissimilar from the Korean dish bi bim bop in that diners take an active part in the last stage of cooking by stirring the ingredients together. Wu layers noodles, black mushrooms, tofu, mussels, squid, shrimp, and beautifully cut vegetables into his already-heated pots, and then covers them in a rich curry-scented seafood stock before finishing the dish with thin slices of colorful fish cake, cilantro, and a whole uncooked egg. Stir the dish up and all those flavors meld together into a harmonious and satisfying whole, the
but despite the calm of the place, the service is likely to induce you to mutter “serenity now” again and again. Diners at any restaurant, no matter the price point, have a right to get what they order, and to expect that the dishes they eat off of are clean. Of course, every restaurant has its ups and downs, and new restaurants often go through a period of growing pains before they fully mature. But while the service at my solo meal at iTastea was acceptable (I was the only customer in the place), the service on my other two visits was astonishingly slow, and, as my companion put it, “charmingly inept.” Only once in three visits did I get dumplings cooked the way I had ordered them. On my third visit, I ordered sesame noodles ($8.75) and was delivered a plate that, but for the inclusion of some chunks of chicken, was identical to my companion’s portion of dan dan mian. When I asked the waitress about it, she looked at the dish, did a very visible double-take, and then told me that, yes, what I had in front of me were the sesame noodles. They didn’t resemble any sesame noodles I’ve ever seen, and did not look at all like the picture of the dish featured on the restaurant’s website. The dirty dishes, though, are frankly more troubling. On our first visit, we waited for 10 minutes for water that we had asked for. When the glasses arrived, both of them were dirty and had to be sent back. When replacements were brought to us, only one of them was clean — the other was dirtier than the one it replaced. Then we noticed that the silverware was similarly dirty and sent that back as well. When asked about this — a circumstance that did not improve on any of my visits — Wu said that the restaurant is struggling with its dishwasher and he is hoping to have the matter cleared up soon. rochestercitynewspaper.com
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The Little in transition
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f you’re tuned in to the Rochester arts and cultural scene, you may have heard rumors about trouble at The Little, the region’s premier independent and foreign movie house. Between a recent lawsuit brought against the theater for non-payment of some of its café musicians, the lack of an executive director since last summer, and the constant pleas for memberships, the concern is understandable. But according to the current leadership of the theater, the concern is also unfounded. “The Little is not in trouble,” says Matthew MacKinnon, president of the Little Theatre Film Society Board. He acknowledges that sluggish ticket sales and dwindling grant dollars left the theater in the red for the past two years. But MacKinnon says that the theater is currently doing well, buoyed by a strong slate of Oscarcontender films this winter, and that it is coming out of what he refers to as a financial transition period. At the same time, the film industry itself has changed, with increased crossover between mainstream and independent films and a shift in theatergoing trends. The Little will be 82-years-old this fall, and “the Little will be around for the next 80 years,” MacKinnon says. “It is just continuing our mission that gets more patrons through the door.”
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The original art-deco theater on East Avenue — now called Little 1 — was intended to be an intimate venue built in reaction to the large-scale theaters and mass-marketed product being churned out by the rapidly growing entertainment industry. Even at its birth, the theater was dedicated to showing “the experimental, the eclectic, and the unusual,” per the theater’s official historical statement. The theater had its ups and downs over the years, rising and falling with the fortunes of the film industry, the country, and Rochester in particular. In 1982, the theater was purchased by William Coppard and John and Pam Blanpied, who renovated the original building and worked to return the theater to its original mission. They added two screens to the theater, and after Coppard bought out the Blanpieds’ shares, two more screens and the café were added in 1994. After an especially rough year in 1998, the theater switched to a
non-profit business model and was granted its 501(c)3 status a year later. Coppard was named executive director of the Little until he retired in 2005, and Bob Russell — formerly of Geva Theatre and the Rochester Americans — filled the position as of June 2006. By all accounts, 2009 was not a good year
for The Little. A comparatively weak slate of independent and foreign films led to what Derek Reis, general manager of the Little, calls the theater’s slowest year in three to four years. Some tricky scheduling didn’t help matters. For example “The Hurt Locker,” which went on to win Best Picture at the 2010 Academy Awards, played for only one week when it opened at the Little that summer. “Nobody came,” Reis says, adding that it screened at the theater before the buzz hit. On the whole, Board President MacKinnon says that ticket sales dropped 7.4 percent between 2009 and 2010.
Calling The Little a movie house is only partially
accurate. It is really more of a cultural hub on East Avenue, a place that brings together film, music, art, education, and dining for what several of its employees refer to as “the Little experience.” On any given evening, you’ll find live music in the café, exhibits by local artists, talkback sessions after film screenings, and a variety of special events, ranging from local film festivals to niche series to one-off art films. The theater opened on October 17, 1929, and was named for and conceived to be part of the “little theater” movement of the 1920’s.
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Matthew MacKinnon, vice-president of network operation for MVP Health Care, is also the president of the board of the Little Theatre Film Society.
At the same time the economy was taking its toll on government grant programs. According to MacKinnon, the Little’s grant income dropped from $78,000 in 2009 to nothing in 2009, a reduction he attributes to cuts in state funding for arts and cultural grants. Additionally, memberships to the Little Theatre Film Society — which help to subsidize the Little’s operations — dropped to less than 1000 through 2010, down from 2000-plus in 2008, MacKinnon says. All of those factors contributed to the Little ending 2009 with a loss of $110,000, MacKinnon says. “The positive is, I call 2010 our year of transition,” he says. “We have reduced that loss to just under $11,000. It’s a nice turnaround.” 2010 presented other changes: after serving four years as executive director, Russell parted ways with Little in June of that year. He has yet to be replaced; in the interim, MacKinnon and other members of the Little executive board have filled in for some of the executive-director duties. (The Little’s board recently decided to begin the search process for a new executive director.) In a public letter to Little supporters regarding Russell’s departure, MacKinnon reiterated the theater’s commitment to screening independent and foreign films. The theater had been criticized for showing films that some considered too mainstream, such as the Steve Carell-Tina Fey comedy “Date Night,” and “Sex and the City 2.” In December 2010, the Little had to field a different kind of criticism. Several musicians who performed in the theater’s café complained about not being paid for months. At least one of them, Deborah Magone, successfully sued the Little in Small Claims court for unpaid services from June 2010. MacKinnon says grant issues were to blame for the breakdown in payments. Specifically, a $10,000 state grant that was supposed to pay for the café music was significantly delayed, but when it finally
The theater’s fortunes changed dramatically
at the turn of the year, when a trio of critically praised and commercially embraced films started screening at the Little, leading to what General Manager Reis calls “our best holiday season in three years.” Ethan and Joel Coen’s remake of “True Grit,” Darren Aronofsky’s psychological thriller “Black Swan,” and Tom Hooper’s inspirational historical drama “The King’s Speech” have been packing the theater. “The current slate of movies has been a huge gift to us,” MacKinnon says. Ticket sales have a ripple effect, Reis says. “The movies are great, so people come to the movies, so concessions are great; people go to the café, and then they go to the movies, so it all ties in together.” He says that sales in the café have “skyrocketed” since November, and he attributes part of that to the tweaking of menu by new Café Manager Paul Rapalee. Rapalee was also involved in one of the Little’s successful new ventures, the “Food and Flicks” program that launched in late January. The event — which Rapalee and Reis hope to bring back, possibly quarterly — pairs a film with a themed meal in the café (in January, it
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arrived in January 2011 the payments went out, along with a letter from MacKinnon explaining the situation and apologizing for the hold-up. “Certainly we don’t like the way that it unfolded,” MacKinnon says. “We thank all of the musicians who were quite patient. The majority of the musicians understand that we’re not-for-profit, and the funds were reduced to us.” He adds that several of the musicians who regularly play at the Little Café donated their time to play on Black Friday last November as a fundraiser to keep the live-music series going at the café.
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The Little in transition was British pub fare to go with the English film “Made in Dagenham”). All of the $20 tickets sold out, and Reis says the crowd enthusiastically encouraged the staff to do it again in the future. College Night, which started last month, offers reduced admission for students, food and drink specials, and games on a specific weeknight, and discounts on student memberships. The RIT Faculty Series, which started in the fall, brings in professors with a connection or interest in a specific film; the discussions have pulled in roughly 50 people per event and will run through May. And recently the theater partnered with Rochester Contemporary Arts Center to screen the art film “A Walk Into the Sea: Danny Williams and The Warhol Factory” for one night only. Board President MacKinnon thinks those kinds of partnerships will be crucial to the future success of the Little. “We want to continue to offer more variety in our programming. Anything we feel can be educational — RIT, Rochester Contemporary, as well as promoting the various film festivals,” he says. The board is also looking to business partnerships as a way to cover the publicgrant drought, which doesn’t look to be ending anytime soon. Already in 2011 the Little has received a $5000 grant from Macy’s to support the café music series on top of the $10,000 grant from New York State. Sponsorship deals have also been struck with MVP Healthcare (which underwrites the monthly “Little Buddies” children’s film series), Dorschel Lexus (which sponsored the Little’s annual celebration last year), and others.
Paul Rapalee became manager of the Little Theatre Café in mid-June. Since then he has tweaked the menu of soups, salads, quiches, sandwiches, and entrees. 12 City FEBRUARY 23 - MARCH 1, 2011
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Between the uptick in ticket sales and new business partnerships, MacKinnon says that he expects the Little to clear the break-even point by the end of 2011. “That doesn’t mean we’re out of the woods yet,” he says. “We have a lot of challenges we’re still facing. But I think the board is really taking the steps to make 2011 the final year of transition.” Among the challenges still facing The Little
are the theater’s physical plant needs. “The biggest challenge for this theater is the facility itself. It’s very old and aging,” says General Manager Reis. Little 1 is more than 80 years old, and needs repairs to the roof and the façade — the business offices above the theater have sustained water damage — and the foundation needs work, Reis says. Additionally, the heating and cooling systems in the four back theaters need renovating, and the sound and projection equipment for most of the theaters is seriously outdated. “The projection equipment we use, we got it when we first opened [the back theaters], 20 to 30 years ago. It’s duct-taped and Band-Aided to keep going. Sometimes the average moviegoer doesn’t realize it, while the people who work here look at the image and think, ‘Oh god, it’s not as good as we want it to be,’” Reis says. “The capital to repair the facilities is not there.” MacKinnon says that the board is in the process of refinancing the theater’s mortgage to save nearly $3000 a month, and to also add an additional $50,000 that would cover the roof and façade repairs to Little 1. Later in the year, the board will decide whether to move forward with a capital campaign that would cover sound equipment, automaticsizing screens, and what MacKinnon calls the “age-old question” of whether the theaters can get new seats. The theater may have to address other, more nebulous questions in the future involving the ever-changing nature of the movie industry, and what that may mean for the Little’s mission. Since big Hollywood studios have snatched up formerly independent production shingles, and once-credible institutions like the Sundance Film Festival have become increasingly commercial, what is truly independent cinema anymore? The Little’s former executive director, Bob Russell, saw the industry change during his watch. “I think one of the biggest films we first saw it with was ‘Little Miss Sunshine’” in 2006, says Russell, who is now the director of development at Gilda’s Club Rochester. “We opened it exclusively at the Little. We had it for two weeks exclusive. We knew they were going to expand it at some point, but within the next
Derek Reis has been general manager of The Little for five years, and took over programming the films last year.
three weeks after we opened it was in seven different theaters locally.” Russell says studios and mainstream theaters are looking to get more viewers, and they saw a niche when audiences started responding to independent films like “Juno” and “There Will Be Blood.” At the same time, supposed indie directors were being embraced by the Hollywood mainstream. “The Coen Brothers started to get larger with their projects,” says Russell. “They weren’t just sitting in the indie houses. Quentin Tarantino wasn’t just sitting in the indie houses.” “I think independent art houses around the country had to start making concessions,” Russell says. “During my four years at the Little, there were multiple art houses around the country that had longevity that ended up closing their doors. There were times where it was a decision, ‘OK, we can bring this film in strictly because it’s a true independent, but nobody’s heard about it; there’s no discussion of the film. Or we can make sense of some of the films that are coming in.’ I did all the programming for four years. There was always that balance.” General Manger Reis, who is currently responsible for the programming, is aware of the dilemma. “Even as a not-for-profit, we still have to make some money,” he says. “So it can’t just be the completely independent, grassroots movies that are so independent that nobody’s ever heard of them. It’s always a battle, because the line is blurred between independent and mainstream nowadays.” He cites the Coens’ “True Grit” as an example. The movie had a reported budget of $38 million, a cast full of Oscar winners and nominees, was the No. 1 film in the country, and has a current gross of
more than $175 million. “That played at every theater, but it’s the Coen Brothers. They’ve been indie darlings since the early 2000’s, so I think it’s still fair that we play them,” Reis says. “The product is also of a level that would still fit in with independent film.” Reis argues that what makes the Little important is showing the smaller films that aren’t your “True Grits” or your “Black Swans.” “You still have five theaters, and you put ‘Black Swan’ in there, you still have four theaters that can show some stuff that’s very obscure,” he says. Locally the competition for screening films with indie pedigree has increased, especially with Pittsford Cinema. “I used to always get from people, ‘Why don’t you have [a film] exclusively?’ I’d explain, we don’t have the say in that. We’re always trying,” Russell says. “So all of a sudden it became a question of people saying, ‘That must not be really independent because more theaters than the Little have it.’ That wasn’t the case. It was a case of where the industry was going.” There’s also the broader industry concern that younger viewers aren’t interested in shelling out $10 to see a film on the big screen when they’re content to download it online and watch it on a smart phone or tablet. “Our patronage, a main demographic is definitely the 50-year-old and older,” Reis says. “That demographic doesn’t use online streaming videos; they traditionally go to the movies if that’s what they want to do. That’s going to be a struggle for any theater in the future. The 30-and-under crowd, the majority of them are going to try to somehow get that film for free, just like they did with music. So I think that’s going to be a struggle.”
While the Little is currently on an
upswing, the theater business is still precarious. Theaters can’t do much when there’s a lousy slate of films, and even with a good season, ticket sales alone aren’t enough. “We don’t keep much from the movies; we only keep 35 percent to 40 percent of the gross,” Reis says. “After you pay all the bills, there’s really nothing left for capital improvement. You’re basically just paying the bills and keeping the doors open. That’s why membership dollars are so important. All that money is ours, to spend on something like buying a new amp, or something simple, like office supplies.” MacKinnon says that Little memberships are up to around 1600, and another membership push will probably come this spring. (Memberships range from $35 for students to $100 for single members, while “donor circle” levels start at $300 and go to $10,000 for a lifetime membership for a couple.) He attributes the increase to the theater reaffirming its independent mission, and Reis suspects that the economy might be a factor as well. “It’s the old cliché of, we want people to experience what we call ‘The Little Experience,’” MacKinnon says. “Meeting up with friends, going to the café, deciding if you’re going to get something to eat before the movie, after the movie going back to the café to listen to great music, have a glass of wine, socialize with friends.” Yet there is still part of the local population that knows nothing of the “Little Experience,” perhaps thinking that the theater is elitist or unapproachable. “It still boggles my mind that some people come through the door who have never been here,” Reis says. “I’m always like, ‘Wow, you’ve never been here. That’s so interesting; you’ve lived in Rochester your whole life.’” For the theater to continue to succeed, former director Russell says that it needs to keep reaching out, breaking down those barriers. He says that while he was executive director he had friends who still refused to come to the Little, thinking it was the “froufrou art-house theater.” “I was a sports guy when I first went there,” he says. “I fell in love with the place; it’s quirky, it’s different — I found a home. There were no other places like the Little. There are other art-house theaters, but nothing like The Little.”
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Sunday, February 27 Harro East Ballroom, 155 N Chestnut St. 8 p.m. | $45 | dansmallspresents.com [ COUNTRY ] In 1973 Rosanne Cash was on tour with her
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Eastman New Jazz Ensemble Tuesday, March 1 Kilbourn Hall, 26 Gibbs St. 8 p.m. | Free | 274-1100 [ JAZZ ] It’s a couple of months late, but when there’s a
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with keyboard-infused melodies and elements of Scandinavian folklore. Remarkably, a component in the group’s sound is humppa, a kind of polka music from Finland. Formed after a drinking binge, the band refers to its style of music as “trollish hoedown metal.” In concert, Finntroll is epic and performs like a well-oiled juggernaut, having been together for over a decade. Lead singer Vreth is in his prime and has the sort of charisma that few mortals in his genre possess. This is world music at its loudest. Celebrate February with Finnish Metal Tour 2011, also featuring Ensiferum, Barren Earth, and Rotten Sound. — BY ROMAN DIVEZUR
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No shame in desire [ review ] by frank de blase
Brian Lindsay’s ragged soul runs deep.
You’ve only got to listen for a minute or so to know he’s got something to say. But I’m not even talking about lyrics. There’s a subliminal surge coursing through this roots-rocker’s sound, one of bravado and yearning; one where there’s no shame in desire. Friday night at The Lovin’ Cup was 100 percent shame-free for about 100 or so rock ’n’ roll souls, as Lindsay (under a cool tweed lid) and his impeccable band tore through his songbook with a crisp twin-Telecaster attack. Lindsay’s voice was warm and urgent and the band swung big, bad, mighty, and mad. Despite picturesque tones and veneers that easily conjure visions of big sky country, Lindsay is a full-blooded Summerville homeboy, as referred to in his song of the same name — one of my faves. He played it amidst a pile of other classics and new ones we were lucky enough to help road test. The last time I was at the Jukebox, it was Josie’s Country Jukebox and it reminded me a bit of Bob’s Country Bunker (where they had both kinds of music: country
and western). Well, it’s a rock ’n’ roll joint now, and the house was absolutely rocking Saturday night as hard-rock band Methanol celebrated the release of its brand new “Cocktail For Disaster.” Atomic Swindling Jet-Black Berry Roy Stein produced the band’s new disc, and it’s a non-stop kickass affair. This band is so good, it could probably get away with a little rock-star behavior. But instead of bumping rails off strippers’ ta-ta’s or meditating back stage, the boys in the band showed their gratitude by greeting their fans and working the room like the pope before hitting the stage. The show was tight. Methanol has found that sweet spot between rock and melody without teeter-tottering too much to one side. A big twin-guitar attack ripped wild and loose, and Seth Martino’s vocals soared righteously whether solo or tagged in harmony. You know, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club mirrored a lot of rockers’ frustration a few years back with a song called “Whatever Happened To My Rock ’n’ Roll?” Here it is, pal. Call off the search.
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Of all the young bands on the local scene today, you’re kings of the hair metal mountain — but you’re also the only ones on the mountain. Why? Tommy: I ask myself that question every day. Kris Hadlock: There are not that many
clubs, and no one wants to be a rock star anymore. These guys showed up and I was very impressed with the way they looked. They were jamming songs like “Push Push” by Cinderella; stuff that no other 16-yearold nowadays is going to know about. I was impressed. I said, “There’s something here.”
What did you do to help shape the band into what it is now? Hadlock: You can’t teach the instinct.
Local band Hasty Habit started playing all kinds of classic-rock covers, but eventually focused on the hair-band sound popularized by Motley Crue and its contemporaries. Now the band is working on its own original music. PHOTO PROVIDED
What does the band do to keep from strictly being a throwback or a museum piece? What’s something new that you’re adding? Tommy: We’re 80’s influenced. It’s not exactly
Hair apparent Nasty Habit Monday, March 14 Bug Jar, 219 Monroe Ave. 7:30 p.m. | $5-$7 | 454-2966 nastyhabitkills.com [ INTERVIEW ] By Frank De Blase
No one in the band is older than 18, and yet Rochester hard rockers Nasty Habit are masters of a genre older than its members. With volume — and coifs — that go to 11, Nasty Habit (Ken Ende, guitar; Tommy Ende, vocals; Brian DiDona, bass; and David Jordan, drums) celebrates hair metal’s excess and transgressive defiance. But the band is more than a tonguein-cheek guilty pleasure. It’s not a throwback to the days of Motley Crue, Cinderella, Hanoi Rocks, or L.A. Guns. This is a band fueled by the type of strong convictions, dedication, and invincibility afforded by youth. This band believes, and has the flamboyance and musical talent to back it up. Nasty Habit caught the ear of veteran rocker Kris Hadlock, who has since dragged the band into Big Time Studios in Interlaken to produce its first record. The album is slated to land in July with a single, “Hip Shakin’ Fox,” promised sometime before that. Nasty Habit sat down with City to talk about it all. Kris Hadlock tagged along. Here’s an edited transcript of what went down. CITY: How did Nasty Habit get started? Tommy Ende: We started about two years ago. 16 City FEBRUARY 23 - MARCH 1, 2011
Tommy’s a definite front man. I took out the classic crap rock they were doing and said, “Look, if you’re going to do something, you gotta do it 100 percent, from your hair to your pants to your guitar.”
We were just playing covers. We tried to write some originals with our old singer — I played drums. Once the singer quit, I took his place. We were super old-school back then. We were doing a lot of Jimi Hendrix-type stuff, along with the same kind of 80’s shit like we do now. We did Guns ’n’ Roses, Ted Nugent, a little Sabbath. So it wasn’t full-on hair metal at that point? Tommy: It was just generally hard rock. It
wasn’t really as geared toward hair metal as it is now. It was a little more broad. What first attracted you to hair metal? Tommy: Definitely the energy and
the decadence.
Yeah, but what about it musically? Tommy: Obviously the guitar is amazing in
80’s hair metal.
What’s the first original you wrote? Kenny Ende: I wrote a song called
“Homicide.” It was about my girlfriend’s best friend. I wanted to kill her because she talked shit about me. How did it feel, hearing your first song come to life? Kenny: It was awesome. It was my first super-
duper guitar solo. I basically wrote it for the guitar solo. David Jordan: He usually writes a guitar solo then writes a song around that guitar solo.
what we’re bringing that’s brand new, it’s the fact that we’re bringing it back when all else has failed. We’re bringing new life to the old, fun party rock ’n’ roll.
There are certainly fans of this stuff that just don’t know it yet. Tommy: Absolutely. We’re trying to turn them
on one at a time. We’re looking to start a scene. What’s the hardest part of being in this band? Jordan: Being accepted when you’re going to
school wearing cowboy boots, with your hair to the sky. Everybody stares, people are confused. Tommy: But that’s how you know you’re doing it right,
Well, you all certainly look the part. Tommy: We’re looking to dress to impress at
all times.
What’s the easiest? Tommy: All the vagina… When we talk again, say, a year from now, where do you expect Nasty Habit to be? Tommy: I hope we’ll be in L.A., and we’re
talking on the phone.
Hair metal’s original reign was destroyed by the advent of grunge. Maybe it’ll be the other way around. What will hair metal bands like Nasty Habit destroy? Entire band: Everything.
[ Jazz ] Paradigm Shift. Pomodoro Grill & Wine Bar, 1290 University Ave. 271-5000. 7:30 p.m. Free. Robert Chevrier. Brio Wine Bar & Grill, 3400 Monroe Ave. 5867000. 6:30 p.m. Free. Shades of Gray. Bistro 135, 135 W Commercial St,, East Rochester. (585) 662-5555. 6 p.m. Free. Tony Gianavola. Beale Street Cafe, 693 South Ave. (585) 271-4650. 6 p.m. Free. [ Karaoke ] Karaoke. Roost, 4853 W Henrietta Rd. (585) 321-1170. 9:30 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Southpaw Brew Pub, 315 Gregory St. 303-2234. 8:30 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Elite Bar & Grill, 398 W Main St. 527-8720. 9 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Pineapple Jacks, 485 Spencerport Rd. 247-5225. 9 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Jose & Willy’s, 20 Lake Shore Dr, Canandaigua. 394-7960. 8:30 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Monty’s Korner, 363 East Ave. 263-7650. 9.30 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Lemoncello, 137 W Commercial St, E Rochester. 385-8565. 9 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Applebee’s-Fairport, 585 Moseley Rd, Fairport. 4254700. 9 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Mayfields Pub, 669 Winton Rd N. 288-7199. 9 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Sanibel Cottage, 1517 Empire Blvd, Webster. 6719340. 6 p.m. Free. Karaoke w/DJ Flyin’ Brian. Tap Room, 364 Rt 104. 265-0055. 8:30 p.m. Free. Karaoke w/Debbie Randyn. Merchants Grill, 881 Merchants Rd. 482-2010. 9 p.m. Free. Karaoke w/Mark. Flipside Bar & Grill, 2001 E Main St. 2883930. 8:30 p.m. Free. [ Open Mic ] Acoustic Open Mic. Pub 511, 511 E Ridge Rd. 266-9559. 8 p.m. Free. Drum Circle. Rich’s Cafe, 839 West Ave. 235-7665. 6 p.m. Free. Entertainment Showcase. Clarissa’s, 293 Clarissa St. 4542680. 8 p.m. Free-$5. Open Country Jam. Sandra’s Saloon, 276 Smith St. 5465474. 7-10 p.m. Free. Open Jam w/Big Daddy Blues Band. Deweys, 1380 Lyell Ave. 254-4707. 9:30 p.m. Free. Open Jam w/Grand Canyon Rescue Episode. Abilene, 153 Liberty Pole Way, 232-3230. 8 p.m. Free. Open Jam w/Justin Gurnsey. Jukebox, 5435 Ridge Rd W, Spencerport. (585) 352-4505. 10 p.m. Free. Open Mic. Boulder Coffee CoSouth Wedge, 100 Alexander St. 454-7140. 8 p.m. Free. Open Mic. Dr’s Inn Grill & Tap Room, 1743 East Ave. 2710820. 5 p.m. Free.
Open Mic w/Jam Shack Music. Stoneyard Bar & Grill, 1 Main St, Brockport. 637-3390. 9 p.m. Free. Open Mic w/Steve West. Muddy Waters Coffee House-Geneseo, 53 Main St, Geneseo. 2439111. 7-10 p.m. Free. [ Pop/Rock ] Conspirator. Water Street Music Hall, 204 N Water St. (585) 325-5600. 8 p.m. $15-$20. The Morning On Fire, w/The Radium Girls, Thrifter. Bug Jar, 219 Monroe Ave. 585-4542966. 9 p.m. $6-$8.
Thursday, February 24 [ Acoustic/Folk ] Dave McGrath. Cottage Hotel, 1390 Pittsford-Mendon Rd, Mendon. (585) 624-1390. 6:30 p.m. Free. Jayne & Bram. McGraw’s Irish Pub, 146 W Commercial St, East Rochester. mcgrawsirishpub. com. 5 p.m. Free. Jim Lane. Six Pockets, Ridge Hudson Plaza. 266-1440. 7:30 p.m. Free. John Akers & Elvio Fernandes. Easy on East, 170 East Ave. 325-6490. 8 p.m. Free. Kevin DeHond. California Brew Haus, 402 Ridge Rd W. (585) 621-1480. 8:30 p.m. Free. Mark Fantasia. Village Pub, Chili Center Plaza. 889-4547. 9 p.m. Free. Nancy Perry. Mythos Cafe, 77 Main St, Brockport. 637-2770. 6 p.m. Free. Paul Strowe. Cottage Hotel, 1390 Pittsford-Mendon Rd, Mendon. 624-2929. 7-10 p.m. Free. Reggae Night. Elite Bar & Grill, 398 W Main St. 527-8720. 9 p.m. Call for tix. Steve Lyons. Abilene, 153 Liberty Pole Way. abilenebarandlounge.com. 8 p.m. Free. [ Blues ] Steve Grills & the Roadmasters. Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, 99 Court St. (585) 325-7090. 9 p.m. Free. [ Classical ] Eastman @ Washington Square. S Clinton Ave & Court St. 2741000. 12:15 p.m. Free. Eastman Percussion Ensemble. Eastman Theatre-Kodak Hall, 60 Gibbs St. 274-1100. 8 p.m. Free. Tom McClure. Geneva on the Lake, 1001 Lochland Rd, Geneva. 800-3-GENEVA. 6:309 p.m. Free. [ Country ] Rascal Flatts w/Luke Bryan, Chris Young. Blue Cross Arena, 100 Exchange Blvd. ticketmaster.com. 7:30 p.m. $34.80-$111.05. [ DJ/Electronic ] DJ. Pelican’s Nest, 566 River Street. 663-5910. 5 p.m. Free. DJ Andy Fade. Flat Iron Cafe, 561 State St. 454-4830. 9 p.m. Free. DJ Big Reg. Liquid, 169 St Paul St. 325-5710. 9:30 p.m. Free. DJ Biggie. McKenzie’s Irish Pub, 3685 W Henrietta Rd. (585) 3348970. 9 p.m. Call for tix.
Celtic/Punk | Flogging Molly
Flogging Molly’s Green 17 Tour, now it its seventh year, makes sure that the celebration, revelry, and energy of St. Patrick’s Day isn’t limited to just one night. Molly’s legendary live show mixes Celtic sounds with punk-rock passion, topped off with front man and Dubliner Dave King’s powerfully insightful lyrics. No stranger to Rochester, the band’s unique lineup is fleshed out by Rochesterian Dennis Casey, whose electric guitar helps form the loud and fulminous wave of Irish-infused rock music that the band pioneered nearly 15 years ago in a tiny pub in Los Angeles. Now selling out stadiums instead of bars, this year’s Green 17 Tour is supporting the band’s fifth studio album, “The Speed of Darkness,” set to be released in May 24 via the band’s newly formed self-run label, Borstal Beat Records. Flogging Molly plays Thursday, February 24, 7 p.m. at Main Street Armory, 900 E Main St. $25-$30. 232-3221, rochestermainstreetarmory.com. — BY WILLIE CLARK DJ ET & DJ Proof. Tribeca, 233 Mill St. 232-1090. 9 p.m. $5-$10. DJ Jestyr. Hush Nightclub, 359 East Ave. (585) 506-2851. 10 p.m. Call for tix. DJ Matt. Roost, 4853 W Henrietta Rd. (585) 321-1170. 7:30 p.m. Free. DJ Mike Dailor. Vertex, 169 N Chestnut St. 232-5498. 10 p.m. $3-$8. DJs Designer Junkies, Etiquette, Ginnis. One, 1 Ryan Alley. 5461010. 10 p.m. $3. House of Love DJs. Decibel Lounge, 45 Euclid St. 7544645. 9 p.m. Free. Mostly 80’s Night. Hatter’s Pub, 5 W Main St, Webster. (585) 872-1505. 6 p.m. Call for tix. RIPROC. Dub Land Underground, 315 Alexander St. dublandunderground. wordpress.com. 9 p.m. Free. Soul Sides Record Listening Party. Good Luck, 50 Anderson Ave. 340-6161. 9 p.m. Free. Thursday Night Shakedown DJs. Bug Jar, 219 Monroe Ave. 4542966. 11 p.m. Free. Tilt-a-Whirl Drag Show. Tilt Night Club, 444 Central Ave. 2328440. 11 p.m. & 12:30 a.m. $3. [ Jazz ] A Giannavola. Lemoncello, 137 W Commercial St, E Rochester. 385-8565. 6 p.m. Free. Funknut. The Honors House, 4340 Lakeshore Dr, Canandaigua. 785-1367, nehrincd@flcc.edu. 7 p.m. Free. Jazz Dawgs. Bistro 135, 135 W Commercial St,, East Rochester. (585) 662-5555. 6:30 p.m. Free. Jazz and Bluz Cruz. Little Theatre Cafe, 240 East Ave. 232-3906. 7:30 p.m. Joe Santora Trio w/Emily Kirchoff. Michael’s Valley Grill, 1694 Penfield R, Penfield. 383-8260. 7 p.m. Free.
Live Jam w/Eastmans School Students. Triple Deuces Bar & Grill, 151 St Paul St. 232-3888. Thu 6 p.m., Fri 5 p.m. Free. Mark Cassara. Pane Vino, 175 N Water St. 232-6090. 8 p.m. Free. [ Karaoke ] Karaoke. Panorama Night Club, 730 Elmgrove Rd. 247-2190. 9 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Goody Goodies, 6108 Loomis Rd, Farmington. 7422531. 9 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Pineapple Jacks, 485 Spencerport Rd. 247-5225. 9 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Carey Lake Bar & Grill, 959 Penfield Rd, Walworth. 315986-1936. 4 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Jukebox, 5435 Ridge Rd W, Spencerport. (585) 3524505. 7:30 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Applebee’s-Penfield, 1955 Empire Blvd, Webster. 787-0570. 9 p.m. Free. Karaoke. GridIron Bar & Grill, 3154 State St, Caledonia. 5384008. 9 p.m. Free. Karaoke w/DJ Smooth. Clarissa’s, 293 Clarissa St. 4542680. 8:30 p.m. Free. Karaoke w/George, King of Karaoke. Temple Bar & Grille, 109 East Ave. 232-6000. 8 p.m. Free. Karaoke w/Summer Bob. Shorts Bar & Grill, 35 N Main St, Fairport. 585-388-0136. 10 p.m. Free. Karaoke w/Tim Burnette. Sevens, Rt 96, Farmington. (585) 9243232. 8-11 p.m. Free. Rochester Idol Karaoke. Landing Bar & Grille, 30 Main St, Fairport. (585) 425-7490. 9:30 p.m. Free. [ Open Mic ] Open Blues Jam w/Alex D & Jimmie Mac. PJ’s Lounge, 499 West Ave. 436-9066. 9 p.m. Free. continues on page 18 rochestercitynewspaper.com City 17
Thursday, February 24 Open Jam. Pub 511, 511 E Ridge Rd. 266-9559. 8 p.m. Free. Open Jam w/Beau Ryan & Amanda Ashley. Firehouse Saloon, 814 Clinton Ave S. 244-6307. 9 p.m. Free. Open Mic. Standard Lounge, 655 Monroe Ave. (585) 4732447. 9 p.m. Free. Open Mic. Towpath Cafe, 6 N Main St, Fairport. (585) 3770410. 6:30 p.m. Free. Open Mic Night. Boulder Coffee Co-Brooks Landing, 955 Genesee St. (585) 454-7140. 7:30 p.m. Free. Open Mic w/Jed Curran & Steve Piper. Flipside Bar & Grill, 2001 E Main St. 288-3930. 8 p.m. Free. Songwriter’s Open Mic. Towpath Cafe, 6 N Main St, Fairport. (585) 377-0410. 7 p.m. Free. Be Glad & Dunn. Westside Sports Bar & Grill, 1600 Lyell Ave. 4587888. 9 p.m. Call for tix. [ Pop/Rock ] Green 17 Tour w/Flogging Molly. Main Street Armory, 900 E Main St. 232-3221. 7 p.m. $25-$30. Gunnar Stahl w/Weak Teeth, ROUT & Sounding. Bug Jar, 219 Monroe Ave. bugjar.com. 7:30 p.m. $6-$8. Jeff Elliott. Irondequoit Ale House, 2250 Hudson Ave. 5445120. 5 p.m. Free. Jimmy Lane. Six Pockets, Ridge Hudson Plaza. 266-1440. 7 p.m. Free. Live Lounge. Lovin’ Cup, Park Point @ RIT. 292-9940. 8 p.m. Free. Mansfield Ave. Johnny’s Irish Pub, 1382 Culver Rd. 224-0990. 7 p.m. Free. Seth Faergolzia. Havana Moe’s, 125 East Ave. 325-1030. 9 p.m. Free.
Friday, February 25 [ Acoustic/Folk ] Dave McGrath. Tap Room, 364 Rt 104. (585) 265-0055. 8 p.m. Free. Jim Drew. Boulder Coffee CoSouth Wedge, 100 Alexander St. bouldercoffeeco.com. 8 p.m. Free. Jim Lane. Lemoncello, 137 W Commercial St, E Rochester. 385-8565. 10 p.m. Free. John Dady. McGraw’s Irish Pub, 146 W Commercial St, East Rochester. mcgrawsirishpub. com. 8 p.m. Free. Olivia Frise and Bryan Brown. Boulder Coffee Co-Brooks Landing, 955 Genesee St. bouldercoffeeco.com. 8 p.m. Free. Ralph Louis. Rochester Plaza Hotel, 70 State St. 546-3450. 7:30 p.m. Free. Roger Eckers/Fred Costello Duo. Luna Piena Bistro, 546 Merchants Rd. 288-0067. 9 p.m. Free. String of Pearls. Abilene, 153 Liberty Pole Way. abilenebarandlounge.com. 6 p.m. Free. The JVs. McGraw’s Irish Pub, 146 W Commercial St, East Rochester. mcgrawsirishpub. com. 5 p.m. Free.
Tom Gravino. Tandoor of India, 376 Jefferson Rd. 427-7080. 7 p.m. Free. Woody. Lift Bridge Book Shop, 45 Main St, Brockport. 6372260. 6 p.m. Free. [ Blues ] Billy Joe & the Blues Gypsies w/Dave Riccioni. Six Pockets, Ridge Hudson Plaza. 2661440. 6-9 p.m. Free. Bluesville. California Brew Haus, 402 Ridge Rd W. (585) 621-1480. 8 p.m. $5-$7. Gap Mangione & the New Blues Band. Woodcliff Hotel & Spa, 199 Woodcliff Dr. (585) 3814000. 8:30 p.m. Free. John Cole Blues Band. Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, 99 Court St. (585) 325-7090. 10 p.m. Free. Tony Brown & the Faithful, Swati. GCC Center for the Arts-Stuart Steiner Theatre, Genesee Community College. 343-0055 x.6814. 7 p.m. $3-$12. [ Classical ] Eastman Wind Orchestra. Eastman Theatre-Kodak Hall, 60 Gibbs St. 274-1100. 8 p.m. Free. Geneseo Wind Ensemble/Jazz Ensemble. SUNY GeneseoWadsworth Auditorium, Holcomb 203, Geneseo. 245-5833, bbo. geneseo.edu. 8 p.m. Free. Jewel Hara. Geneva on the Lake, 1001 Lochland Rd, Geneva. 8003-GENEVA. 6:30-9 p.m. Free. John Ballings. Hedges, 1290 Lake Rd, Webster. 265-3850. 6:30 p.m. Free. [ Country ] Closing Time. Roost, 4853 W Henrietta Rd. (585) 321-1170. 9 p.m. Call for tix. Karen Star. Sandra’s Saloon, 276 Smith St. 546-5474. 9:30 p.m. Free. [ DJ/Electronic ] Act Live: I Am Many ft. Deep from 2 Hungry Bros. Bug Jar, 219 Monroe Ave. 585-4542966. 8 p.m. $5-$7. DJ. Coach Sports Forum, 19 W Main St, Webster. 872-2910. 9 p.m. Call for tix. DJ Andy Fade. Flat Iron Cafe, 561 State St. 454-4830. 9 p.m. Free. DJ Annalyze. Hush Nightclub, 359 East Ave. (585) 506-2851. 10 p.m. Call for tix. DJ Cedric. Vertex, 169 N Chestnut St. 232-5498. 10 p.m. $3-$8. DJ Dream. Nola’s BBQ, 4775 Lake Ave. (585) 663-3375. 10 p.m. Call for tix. DJ Fat Daddy Buck. Roost, 4853 W Henrietta Rd. 321-1170. 8:30 p.m. Free. DJ GI. Liquid, 169 St Paul St. 325-5710. 10 p.m. Free-$5. DJ Mosart212. Lovin’ Cup, Park Point @ RIT. 292-9940. 6 p.m. Free. Jon Herbert, RipRoc. One, 1 Ryan Alley. 546-1010. 10 p.m. $3. Reggaeton w/DJ Carlos. La Copa Ultra Lounge, 235 W Ridge Rd. 254-1050. 10 p.m. Call for tix. Salsa Night w/DJ Javier Rivera. Tango Cafe, 389 Gregory St. 475-0249. 9 p.m. $5. What A Drag w/Samantha Vega, Kyla Minx & Pauly. Tilt Night Club, 444 Central Ave. 232-
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8440. 11:15 p.m. & 12:30 a.m. Free-$12. [ Hip-Hop/Rap ] Good Fridays. Westside Sports Bar & Grill, 1600 Lyell Ave. 458-7888. 10 p.m. $10. Mosaic Foundation & The Big Takeover. Dub Land Underground, 315 Alexander St. dublandunderground. wordpress.com. 9 p.m. TBA. [ Jazz ] Bobby Dibaudo. Bistro 135, 135 W Commercial St,, East Rochester. (585) 662-5555. 6 p.m. Free. Geneseo Wind Ensemble/Jazz Ensemble. SUNY GeneseoWadsworth Auditorium, Holcomb 203, Geneseo. 245-5833, bbo. geneseo.edu. 8 p.m. Free. Joe Santora Trio w/Emily Kirchoff. Michael’s Valley Grill, 1694 Penfield R, Penfield. 383-8260. 7 p.m. Free. Johnny Matt Band w/Jon Seiger. Wegmans-Eastway, 1955 Empire Blvd, Webster. 6718290. 5:30 p.m. Free. Madeline Forster. Little Theatre Cafe, 240 East Ave. 232-3906. 8:30 p.m. Free. Rick Holland Quartet. Tala Vera, 155 State St. tala-vera.com. 8 p.m. TBA. Ryan T Carey. Thali of India, 3259 S Winton Rd. 427-8030. 7-9 p.m. Free. Soul Express. Bistro 135, 135 W Commercial St,, East Rochester. (585) 662-5555. 8 p.m. Free. [ Karaoke ] Karaoke. Flaherty’s, 1200 Bay Rd, Rochester. 671-0816. 9 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Village Pub, Chili Center Plaza. 889-4547. 9 p.m. Call for tix. Karaoke. Goody Goodies, 6108 Loomis Rd, Farmington. 7422531. 9 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Pineapple Jacks, 485 Spencerport Rd. 247-5225. 9 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Deweys, 1380 Lyell Ave. 254-4707. 9:30 p.m. Free. Karaoke w/Bobby C. Ciao Baby’s BBQ Steak & Seafood, 421 River St. 621-5480. 9 p.m. Free. Karaoke w/Summer Bob. Shorts Bar & Grill, 35 N Main St, Fairport. 585-388-0136. 10 p.m. Free. Karaoke w/Tina P. Norton’s Pub, 1730 N Goodman St. 2663570. 9 p.m. Free. [ Open Mic ] Open Jam w/Ryan Barclay Trio. The Pultneyville Grill, 4135 Mill St, Pultneyville. 315-589-4512. 8:30-10:30 p.m. Free. Open Mic. Rochester Institute of Technology-Java Wally’s, 90 Lomb Memorial Dr. 475-2562. 9 p.m. Free. [ Pop/Rock ] Bud Kids & Grimetime. Monty’s Krown Lounge, 875 Monroe Ave. 585-271-7050. 9 p.m. $3. Chase Coy w/Jimmy Robbins. Water Street Music Hall, 204 N Water St. waterstreetmusic. com. 6 p.m. $12-$15. Download. Nola’s BBQ, 4775 Lake Ave. (585) 663-3375. 10 p.m. Call for tix.
Fishbone Soup, Mojo Monkeyz. Johnny’s Irish Pub, 1382 Culver Rd. 224-0990. 5 p.m. Free. LastNote Live. Landing Bar & Grille, 30 Main St, Fairport. lastnoteband.com. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Free. Rotten Sound w/ Finntroll, Ensiferum, Barren Earth. Montage Music Hall, 50 Chestnut Plaza. 800-745-3000, ticketmaster. com. 7:45 p.m. $20-$25. Sam Deleo. Perlo’s Italian Grill, 202 N Washington St, East Rochester. 248-5060. 6:3010:30 p.m. Free. Taran. A-Pub Live, 6 Lawrence St. (585) 262-2063. 10 p.m. Call for tix. The Chinchillas. Abilene, 153 Liberty Pole Way. abilenebarandlounge.com. 9:30 p.m. $2. The Years, Bad Kids, Total Babes. Monty’s Krown Lounge, 875 Monroe Ave. 271-7050. 9:30 p.m. $3. Trapper Keeper (80’s Pop) w/ Sean Fahy. Easy on East, 170 East Ave. 325-6490. 8 p.m. No cover. Trilogy. Beale Street Cafe, 693 South Ave. (585) 271-4650. 7 p.m. Free. Wooden Nickel. McGhan’s, 11 W Main St, Victor. (585) 9243660. 9 p.m. Free. [ R&B ] Old School R&B. Elite Bar & Grill, 398 W Main St. 5278720. 9 p.m. Call for tix. Soul at the Cup. Lovin’ Cup, Park Point @ RIT. 292-9940. 9 p.m. Call for tix. The Law Firm. Sevens, Rt 96, Farmington. (585) 924-3232. 8 p.m. Free.
Saturday, February 26 [ Acoustic/Folk ] A Tommy Emmanuel Review. Sully’s Pub, 242 South Ave. www.sullyspubonline.com. 9 p.m. Free. Brian Rath. Starry Nites Cafe, 696 University Ave. 271-2630, starrynitescafe.com. 8-11 p.m. Free. Cuisle Mo Chroi. McGraw’s Irish Pub, 146 W Commercial St, East Rochester. mcgrawsirishpub. com. 8 p.m. Free. Curley Taylor and Zydeco Trouble. Harmony House, 58 E Main St., Webster. 727-4119. 8 p.m. $15-$18. Dady Brothers. Spencerport High School, 2707 Spencerport Rd, Spencerport. 392-9198, aurorahousewmc.com. 7:30 p.m. $15. Dave McGrath. Brio Wine Bar & Grill, 3400 Monroe Ave. 5867000. 7 p.m. Free. Ladysmith Black Mambazo. Nazareth College Arts Center, 4245 East Ave. 389-2700. 8 p.m. $30-$60. Ladysmith Black Mambazo. Nazareth College Arts Center, 4245 East Ave. 389-2700. 8 p.m. $30-$60. Latin Band. Tapas 177 Lounge, 177 St Paul St. 262-2090. 11 p.m. Free. Mardi Gras Party w/Curley Taylor and Zydeco Trouble. Harmony
WORLD | Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Ladysmith Black Mambazo burst into the American consciousness in 1986, when the band played a huge part in Paul Simon’s Grammy-winning “Graceland,” one of the first albums to blend world music with rock traditions in a successfully commercial way. But the group has been around for more than four decades, ever since founder and lead singer Joseph Shabalala began mixing the rhythms and harmonies of the music in his native South Africa with traditional American gospel sounds. Since then, Ladysmith has become arguably the most popular and influential world-music act on the globe, producing more than 50 recordings, winning three of their own Grammys, and working with a cavalcade of American legends like Stevie Wonder and Dolly Parton. Ladysmith Black Mambazo performs Saturday, February 26, 8 p.m. at Nazareth College Arts Center, 4245 East Ave. $30$60. 389-2170, artscenter.naz.edu. — BY RYAN WHIRTY House, 58 E Main St., Webster. 727-4119, rochesterzydeco. com. 8 p.m. $15-$18. 7:15 p.m. dance lesson. The Buddhahood w/Fire Wheel, Roots Collider. Water Street Music Hall, 204 N Water St. 325-5600. 8 p.m. $8-$10. Tom Gravino. Thali of India, 3259 S Winton Rd. 355-8206. 7 p.m. Free. Unplugged Dinner Music Series. Lovin’ Cup, Park Point @ RIT. 292-9940. 6 p.m. Free. [ Blues ] Bill Brown. Brown Hound Bistro, 6459 Rt 64, Naples. 374-9771. 7 p.m. Free. Deep Blue. Don’s Original Pub, 2055 Fairport Nine Mile Point Rd. jaweyl@rochester.rr.com. 8 p.m. Free. Joe Beard. Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, 99 Court St. (585) 325-7090. 10 p.m. Free. Light Blue. Boulder Coffee CoBrooks Landing, 955 Genesee St. bouldercoffeeco.com. 8 p.m. Free. Third Degree. Beale Street Cafe, 693 South Ave. 271-4650. 7:30-11:30. Free. [ Classical ] Eastman Chorale. St Mary’s Church, 15 St Mary’s Pl. (585) 232-7140. 8 p.m. Free. Historical Harp Society Concert. Eastman School of Music Messinger Hall 1, 10 Gibbs St. 224-9728, pkharpguy@aol. com. 8 p.m. Free, donations to Historical Harp Society accepte. Harp duets from the 18th century performed on period instruments, part of a workshop at the Eastman Community Music School. John Ballings. Hedges, 1290 Lake Rd, Webster. 265-3850. 6:30 p.m. Free. [ Country ] Alysia Groth Band. Sevens, Rt 96, Farmington. (585) 9243232. 8 p.m. Free.
Johnny Cash Birthday Bash w/ Cashback. Abilene, 153 Liberty Pole Way. 232-3230. 9:30 p.m. Free. West of the Mark. Roost, 4853 W Henrietta Rd. (585) 3211170. 9 p.m. Call for tix. [ DJ/Electronic ] Big Dance Party w/DJ Jon Herbert. Tilt Night Club, 444 Central Ave. 232-8440. 10 p.m. $3. DJ. Goody Goodies, 6108 Loomis Rd, Farmington. 7422531. 9 p.m. Free. DJ. Straight Home Inn Bar & Grill, 688 Lexington Ave. 4580020. 9 p.m. Free. DJ Big Reg. Venu Resto-Lounge, 151 St Paul St. 232-5650. 7 p.m. Free. DJ Darkwave. Vertex, 169 N Chestnut St. 232-5498. 10 p.m. $3-$8. DJ Ease. Hush Nightclub, 359 East Ave. (585) 506-2851. 10 p.m. Call for tix. DJ Fat Daddy Buck. Roost, 4853 W Henrietta Rd. 321-1170. 8:30 p.m. Free. DJ Howard & Mega Mix. Island Fresh Cuisine, 382 Jefferson Rd. (585) 424-2150. 9 p.m. Free. DJ Jestyr. Soho East, 336 East Ave. 262-2060. 9 p.m. Free. DJ Mirage. Blueroom, 293 Alexander St. (585) 730-5985. 10 p.m. Call for tix. DJ Wiz. Liquid, 169 St Paul St. 325-5710. 9:30 p.m. Free-$5. DJs Andy Fade, Bonitillo. Flat Iron Cafe, 561 State St.. 4544830. 9 p.m. Free-$5. DJs Richie Salvaggio, Kalifornia. One, 1 Ryan Alley. 546-1010. 10 p.m. Free-$10. DeBlase/DJ Jon Herbert: Miss Honey Dijon, Pandora Boxx, Jenna Saisquoi. Tilt Night Club, 444 Central Ave. 232-8440. 10 p.m. $5.
R&B DJs. Tribeca, 233 Mill St. 232-1090. 9 p.m. $5-$10. [ Jazz ] “Moving Forward, Making Music” Black Heritage Month Gospel Concert. Public Safety Building, 185 Exchange Blvd. cityofrochester.gov. 3-5:30 p.m. Free. Join the RPD as they host four gospel choirs and a jazz band. Cool Club. Little Theatre Cafe, 240 East Ave. 232-3906. 8:30 p.m. Free. DjanGoners. Grill at Strathallan, 550 East Ave. 454-1880. 8:30 p.m.-midnight. Free. East End Jazz Boys. Havana Moe’s, 125 East Ave. 325-1030. 9 p.m. Free. Funk Nut. Dub Land Underground, 315 Alexander St. dublandunderground.wordpress. com. 9 p.m. TBA. Gap Mangione. Pier 45, 1000 N River St. (585) 865-4500. 6:30 p.m. Free. Jazz Cafe. Monty’s Korner, 363 East Ave. 263-7650. 7:30 p.m. Free. Jazz at Jazzy’s. Jasmine’s Asian Fusion, 657 Ridge Rd, Webster. 216-1290. 8:30-11 p.m. Free. Joe Santora Trio w/Emily Kirchoff. Michael’s Valley Grill, 1694 Penfield R, Penfield. 383-8260. 7 p.m. Free. Simon Fletcher Trio. Tala Vera, 155 State St. tala-vera.com. 8 p.m. Free. Soul Express. Woodcliff Hotel & Spa, 199 Woodcliff Dr. (585) 381-4000. 8:30 p.m. Free. Stephane Wrembel. Lovin’ Cup, Park Point @ RIT. 292-9940. 6 p.m. $10 suggested donation. Ted Nicolosi and Shared Genes. Sully’s Pub, 242 South Ave. www.sullyspubonline.com. 7 p.m. Free. The Lyric Chorale: Love Notes. Reddington Hall, 60 S Main St, Pittsford. lyricchorale.org. 7:30 p.m. $20. Westview Project. Bistro 135, 135 W Commercial St,, East Rochester. (585) 662-5555. 6:30 p.m. Free. [ Karaoke ] Karaoke. The Galley Restaurant, 94 S Union St, Spencerport. 352-0200. 8 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Sully’s Pub, 242 South Ave. 232-3960. 9 p.m. Free. Karaoke. 140 Alex, 140 Alexander St. 256-1000. 10:30 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Pineapple Jacks, 485 Spencerport Rd. 247-5225. 9 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Mickey Flynn’s, 196 Winton Rd. 288-7070. 9 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Straight Home Inn Bar & Grill, 688 Lexington Ave. 4580020. 9 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Temple Bar & Grille, 109 East Ave. (585) 232-6000. 10 p.m. Free. Karaoke. Straight Home Inn Bar & Grill, 688 Lexington Ave. 4580020. 9 p.m. Free. Karaoke w/Andy & Kim. Norton’s Pub, 1730 N Goodman St. 2663570. 10 p.m. Free. Karaoke w/Debbie Randyn. Merchants Grill, 881 Merchants Rd. 482-2010. 9 p.m. Free.
HOUSE | Miss Honey Dijon
Tilt Nightclub will host lovely DJ Miss Honey Dijon this Saturday for what will likely be a night of audio bliss. Getting her start in Chicago, Dijon not only brings the Chi-Town flavor to her sets, but also elements of the New York City underground tech house, as well as disco, tribal, funk, soul, and R&B. Dijon will perform with the support of local drag performers Pandora Boxx and Jenna Saisquoi, as well as an opening set from local DJ Jon Herbert. Miss Honey Dijon spins Saturday, February 26, 10 p.m. at Tilt Nightclub, 444 Central Ave. $5. 232-8440, tiltrochester.com. — BY MATT HERRINGTON Karaoke w/The Tin Man. Shorts Bar & Grill, 35 N Main St, Fairport. 585-388-0136. 10 p.m. Free. [ Open Mic ] Drum Joy: Drumming Circle. Christ Church Unity, 55 Prince St. 615-8296, tonermanny@ frontiernet.net. 1-3 p.m. Free. [ Pop/Rock ] Argus Eye CD Release Show. Monty’s Krown Lounge, 875 Monroe Ave. 585-271-7050. 9 p.m. $3. Beth Sciarratta The Divine MSB & Richard Conte. American Music Centre, 3800 Dewey Ave. 7307000. 1 p.m. Free. Brick City Limits. Lovin’ Cup, Park Point @ RIT. 292-9940. 7 p.m. Call for tix. Denver & the Mile High Orchestra. Roberts Wesleyan Cultural Life Center, 2301 Westside Dr. 5946008. 7 p.m. $15-$19.50. Dog House. McKenzie’s Irish Pub, 3685 W Henrietta Rd. (585) 3348970. 10 p.m. Call for tix. Railroad Earth. German House Theatre, 315 Gregory St. (585) 442-6880. 8 p.m. $22.50-$25. Red,White & Crew, Poison’d, Wilkes Booth. Nola’s BBQ, 4775 Lake Ave. (585) 663-3375. 10 p.m. Call for tix. Skin Bound, Hollow Drive, Bitter Flesh Thing, In Herence. California Brew Haus, 402 Ridge Rd W. (585) 621-1480. 9:30 p.m. $5-$7. Something Else. A-Pub Live, 6 Lawrence St. (585) 262-2063. 10 p.m. Call for tix. Soul On Tap. Johnny’s Irish Pub, 1382 Culver Rd. 224-0990. 8 p.m. Free. The Pheromones, P-Spot, Allergic to Retro & Attic Abasement. Bug Jar, 219 Monroe Ave. bugjar.com. 8 p.m. $3-$5. Wayward Son. Lemoncello, 137 W Commercial St, E Rochester. 385-8565. 10 p.m. Free. [ R&B ] Prime Time Funk. Lovin’ Cup, Park Point @ RIT. 292-9940. 9 p.m. Call for tix.
Sunday, February 27 [ Acoustic/Folk ] Bluegrass Jam. All Things Art, 65 S Main St., Canandaigua. 396-0087. 2-7 p.m. $2. Bonnie Abrams’ Welcome To My Mid-Life Crisis Fund-raiser. Temple Beth David, 3200 St. Paul Blvd. 266-3223, tbdrochester.org. 7 p.m. $12 advance, $15 door. w/ Allen Hopkins. Celtic Music. Temple Bar & Grille, 109 East Ave. (585) 2326000. 7 p.m. Free. Dady Brothers. St John Fisher College, 3690 East Ave.. 5869947, iacirochester@gmail. com. 6 p.m. $15-20 (film included), register. Following a 4 p.m. film screening of “The Yellow Bittern.”. Dave McGrath. Carey Lake Bar & Grill, 959 Penfield Rd, Walworth. 315-986-1936. 4 p.m. Call for tix. Latin Night. Hush Nightclub, 359 East Ave. (585) 506-2851. 10 p.m. Call for tix. PJ Elliott. Bay Street Hotel, Bay St, Sodus Point. 315-4832233. 9 p.m. Free. Traditional Irish Music Session. Johnny’s Irish Pub, 1382 Culver Rd. 224-0990. 5 p.m. Free. Windsor Folk Family. Boulder Coffee Co-Brooks Landing, 955 Genesee St. bouldercoffeeco. com. 8 p.m. Free.
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[ Blues ] Cool Blues Benefit #3: Joe Beard, Fred Vine, Gordon Munding, Tabletop Three, Andy & Ernie Lawrence. Beale Street Cafe, 693 South Ave. (585) 271-4650. 2 p.m. Donation. [ Classical ] Anyango Yarbo-Davenport. St Michael’s Church, 869 N Clinton Ave. 325-4040. 3 p.m. Free. Community Choral Prism. Eastman Theatre-Kodak Hall, 60 Gibbs St. 274-1100. 4 p.m. Free. continues on page 20 rochestercitynewspaper.com City 19
Sunday, February 27 Eastman at St. Michael’s. St Michael’s Church, 869 N Clinton Ave. 325-4040. 2:30 p.m. Free. Eastman-Ranlet Series: Ying Quartet. Eastman School of Music-Kilbourn Hall, 26 Gibbs St. (585) 274-1100. 3 p.m. $10-$20. Ella Cripps. Geneva on the Lake, 1001 Lochland Rd, Geneva. 800-3-GENEVA. 6:309 p.m. Free. Going for Baroque Organ Recital. Memorial Art Gallery, 500 University Ave. 276-8900. 1 & 3 p.m. Free w/admission. Piano Recital: Exchange Series with the University of Michigan. Eastman Theatre-Hatch Recital Hall, 60 Gibbs St. 274-1100. 7 p.m. Free. Recital of Maurice Durufle’s music by Eastman Students. St Mary’s Church, 15 St Mary’s Pl. agorochester.org. 3 p.m. Free. [ Country ] Rosanne Cash. Harro East Ballroom, 155 Chestnut St. 454-0230. 8 p.m. $45. [ DJ/Electronic ] DJ. Westside Sports Bar & Grill, 1600 Lyell Ave. 458-7888. 9 p.m. Call for tix. DJ. Pelican’s Nest, 566 River Street. 663-5910. 10 p.m. Free. DJ Rasta Spoc/Easy Reggae. Blueroom, 293 Alexander St. (585) 730-5985. 10 p.m. Call for tix. Old School DJ. Clarissa’s, 293 Clarissa St. 454-2680. 8 p.m. Free. [ Hip-Hop/Rap ] R&B HipHop Spring Edition. Cafe Underground Railroad, 480 W Main St. (585) 2353550. 8 p.m. $5-$10. [ Jazz ] Bill Slater. Woodcliff Hotel & Spa, 199 Woodcliff Dr. 3814000. 11:30 a.m. Free. Jazz Night. Lovin’ Cup, Park Point @ RIT. 292-9940. 7 p.m. Free. [ Karaoke ] Karaoke. Dub Land Underground, 315 Alexander St. 232-7550. 10 p.m. Free.
Sore Thumb Radio Live Broadcast w/Jeff Cosco. House of Guitars, 645 Titus Ave. 2240990. 8 p.m. Free. Ted Nicolosi & Shared Genes. Bistro 135, 135 W Commercial St,, East Rochester. (585) 6625555. 6 p.m. Free.
CLASSICAL | Anyango Yarbo-Davenport
If you’ve caught onto the electronic revolution in classical music, head to InstantEncore.com to watch “Inconsolable,” a composition by Eastman violinist Anyango Yarbo-Davenport that she performed on the 1715 Stradivari violin at the IBLA Grand Prize Winner’s Concert in Ragusa, Italy, in 2010. I won’t need to write another word. Born in Munich, Germany, and receiving her undergraduate education at the University of Salzburg Mozarteum in Austria, Yarbo-Davenport came to the Eastman School of Music in 2005 for her master’s degree and is now in the doctorate program. Yarbo-Davenport is a rising star. Take note also of her interest in musical education and development for underprivileged and handicapped children. An opportunity for you to go to the concert and get involved? Anyango Yarbo-Davenport performs Sunday, February 27, 3 p.m. at St. Michael’s Church, 124 Evergreen St. Free. 586-0594. — BY PALOMA CAPANNA Karaoke. Jose & Willy’s, 20 Lake Shore Dr, Canandaigua. 394-7960. 8:30 p.m. Free. Karaoke w/Brad London. Willow Inn, 428 Manitou Rd. 3923489. 9 p.m. Free. [ Open Mic ] Acoustic Sunday w/Fred Goodnow. Brown Hound Bistro, 6459 Rt 64, Naples. 374-9771. 11 a.m. Free. Open Country Jam w/Randy. Sandra’s Saloon, 276 Smith St. 546-5474. 2-6 p.m. Free. Open Jam w/Bodega Radio. Jukebox, 5435 Ridge Rd W, Spencerport. (585) 352-4505. 5 p.m. Free. Troup Street Jazz Jam Session. Beale Street Cafe, 693 South Ave. 216-1070. 6 p.m. Free. no show 2/27. [ Pop/Rock ] Badfish (Sublime Tribute), Scotty Don’t. Water Street Music Hall, 204 N Water St. (585) 325-5600. 7:30 p.m. $16-$19. Buffalo Killers w/ Handsome Jack, White Bison & Raunchy Sex. Bug Jar, 219 Monroe Ave. bugjar.com. 8 p.m. $7-$9.
Death Camp, Orodruin, Beastman & Malformed. Dub Land Underground, 315 Alexander St. dublandunderground. wordpress.com. 9 p.m. TBA. Nate Coffee. Lemoncello, 137 W Commercial St, E Rochester. 385-8565. 6 p.m. Free. Pink Floyd Experience. Smith Opera House, 82 Seneca St, Geneva. 1-866-355-LIVE. 7:30 p.m. $30-$35.
Monday, February 28 [ Acoustic/Folk ] A Tommy Emmanuel Review. Bistro 135, 135 W Commercial St,, East Rochester. 662-5555. 8 p.m. Free. Dave McGrath & Guests. Rehab Lounge , 510 Monroe Ave. 442-9165. 6 p.m. Free. Gamelan Ensemble Experience. Harley School, 1981 Clover St. 442-1770. 6:30 p.m. Free. Mandy. Shorts Bar & Grill, 35 N Main St, Fairport. 585-3880136. 9 p.m. Free.
[ Classical ] Collegium Musicum. Eastman School of Music-Kilbourn Hall, 26 Gibbs St. (585) 274-1100. 8 p.m. Free. Eastman Saxophone Project. Eastman Theatre-Hatch Recital Hall, 60 Gibbs St. 274-1100. 7 p.m. Free. Trudy Moon. Geneva on the Lake, 1001 Lochland Rd, Geneva. 800-3-GENEVA. 6:309 p.m. Free. [ DJ/Electronic ] DJ. Pelican’s Nest, 566 River Street. 663-5910. 5 p.m. Free. DJ TW. Roost, 4853 W Henrietta Rd. 321-1170. 7:30 p.m. Free. Manic Mondays DJs. Bug Jar, 219 Monroe Ave. 454-2966. 11 p.m. Free. [ Jazz ] Annie Wells. Little Theatre Cafe, 240 East Ave. 232-3906. 7:30 p.m. Free. Black Diamond Express’ Mardi Gras. Green Lantern Inn, 1 E Church St, Fairport. 223-0556. 6:30 p.m. $12. [ Karaoke ] Karaoke. Roost, 4853 W Henrietta Rd. (585) 321-1170. 9:30 p.m. Free. Karaoke w/Walt O’Brien. Flipside Bar & Grill, 2001 E Main St. 288-3930. 9 p.m. Free. [ Open Mic ] Open Jam w/Refreshunz. Clarissa’s, 293 Clarissa St. 2323430. 8 p.m. Free. Singer/Songwriter Open Jam. Lemoncello, 137 W Commercial St, E Rochester. 385-8565. 7 p.m. Free. Traditional Irish Session. McGraw’s Irish Pub, 146 W Commercial St, East Rochester. 764-0991. 7 p.m. Free. [ Pop/Rock ] Chris Bathgate w/ Caleb Spaulding & Nick Young. Bug Jar, 219 Monroe Ave. bugjar. com. 7:30 p.m. $6-$8.
Lovin’ Cup Idol. Lovin’ Cup, Park Point @ RIT. 292-9940. 8 p.m. Call for tix. Pro-Am Open Jam. Southpaw Brew Pub, 315 Gregory St. 442-6880. 9:30 p.m. Free.
Tuesday, March 1 [ Acoustic/Folk ] Allen Hopkins. Unity St. Mary’s Campus, 79 Genesee St. allenhopkins.org. 2 p.m. Free. C.J. Chenier and theRed Hot Louisiana Band. Water Street Music Hall, 204 N Water St. waterstreetmusic.com. 6 p.m. $20. Jeff Elliott. Norton’s Pub, 1730 N Goodman St. 266-3570. 5-8 p.m. Free. Johnny Bauer. Cottage Hotel, 1390 Pittsford-Mendon Rd, Mendon. 624-2929. 7-10 p.m. Free. [ Classical ] Graduate Chamber Orchestra. Sacred Heart Cathedral, 296 Flower City Pk. esm.rochester. edu. 8 p.m. Free. Ian Bousfield, trombone. Eastman Theatre-Hatch Recital Hall, 60 Gibbs St. 274-1100. 6 p.m. Free. Tom McClure. Geneva on the Lake, 1001 Lochland Rd, Geneva. 800-3-GENEVA. 6:309 p.m. Free. [ Jazz ] Eastman New Jazz Ensemble. Eastman School of MusicKilbourn Hall, 26 Gibbs St.. esm.rochester.edu. 8 p.m. Free. Mark Viavattine. Bistro 135, 135 W Commercial St,, East Rochester. 662-5555. 6-9 p.m. Free. Thomas Gravino. Lemoncello, 137 W Commercial St, E Rochester. 385-8565. 6 p.m. Free. [ Open Mic ] Golden Link Singaround. Twelve Corners Presbyterian Church, 1200 S Winton Rd. goldenlink. org. 7:30 p.m. Free.
Egg Man’s Traveling Carnival. Hatter’s Pub, 5 W Main St, Webster. (585) 872-1505. 6 p.m. Call for tix. RJ and the Big Notes, Jack Danson and the Flood & Electric Organic. Bug Jar, 219 Monroe Ave. bugjar.com. 8 p.m. $5-$7.
Wednesday, March 2 [ Acoustic/Folk ] PJ Elliott. Miceli’s, 1011 Rt 31, Macedon. 986-2954. 7-10 p.m. Free. Ralph Louis. Lento, 274 N Goodman. 271-3470. 7:30 p.m. Free. Seah Ashby. Lovin’ Cup, Park Point @ RIT. 292-9940. 8 p.m. TBA. Tom Gravino. Cafe 54, 54 W Main St, Victor. 742-3649. 6 p.m. Free. [ Classical ] Hochstein Faculty Music at Noon Concert: The Paragon Ensemble. SUNY BrockportDrake Memorial Library, 350 New Campus Dr, Brockport. 395-2787, brockport.edu/ finearts. Noon. Free. Musica Nova. Eastman School of Music-Kilbourn Hall, 26 Gibbs St.. esm.rochester.edu. 8 p.m. Free. [ Hip-Hop/Rap ] Sophistafunk and Filthy Funk. Dub Land Underground, 315 Alexander St. dublandunderground. wordpress.com. 9 p.m. $5. [ Jazz ] Paradigm Shift. Pomodoro Grill & Wine Bar, 1290 University Ave. 271-5000. 7:30 p.m. Free. Robert Chevrier. Brio Wine Bar & Grill, 3400 Monroe Ave. 5867000. 6:30 p.m. Free. Soul Express. Bistro 135, 135 W Commercial St,, East Rochester. 662-5555. 6-9 p.m. Free. [ Pop/Rock ] The Vacant Lots w/ Velvet Elvis & INN. Bug Jar, 219 Monroe Ave. bugjar.com. 8 p.m. $6-$8.
[ Pop/Rock ] Don Christiano w/A Little Help from My Friends: The Beatles Unplugged. Abilene, 153 Liberty Pole Way. 232-3230. 7-9 p.m. Free.
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too familiar. It is often funny, a nice blend of one-liners and some light physical comedy, and it works especially well if you’re from Western New York, are a Boomer, or were raised as a Catholic. It also does a graceful job balancing sentiment without dipping into schmaltz. There are several lovely scenes between the parents and the children that could have easily induced eye rolls in less capable hands, but instead were genuinely touching. The play does have its faults. It is quite long — nearly three hours, including a 20-minute intermission, and the bulk of that is in a very long first act. (My usher actually warned me of the running time while escorting me to my seat.) That said, I can’t imagine what you could cut, and director Skip Greer keeps the action moving as briskly as possible. The cast mostly does an excellent job bringing The cast of “Over the Tavern,” now playing at Geva Theatre Center. PHOTO BY KEN HUTH
Confirmation denied “Over the Tavern” Through March 13 Geva Theatre Center, 75 Woodbury Blvd. $22-$59 | 232-4382, gevatheatre.org [ REVIEW ] BY ERIC REZSNYAK
Coming-of-age tales have probably been around since Adam regaled Cain and Abel with stories about the good old days in the Garden of Eden. The power of the genre is easy to understand — just about everyone has some memorable adventure or mind-blowing epiphany on their way from naïve kid to knowing adult, so the stories resonate even if the experiences, settings, and characters differ from our own. Armed with no prior knowledge of the play you can tell almost immediately that Tom Dudzick’s “Over the Tavern” is not just any coming-of-age story, it’s his coming-of-age story. These characters feel lived in; the story feels real. While the subject matter might be less than fresh — a repressed lower-middle-class Catholic family wrestling with faith and class issues — Dudzick brings a genuine voice and smart humor to this semi-autobiographical work. “Tavern” is set in Buffalo in 1959, and
the play convincingly reflects that time and place. Rudy Pazinski (Forrest Gertin) is a preternaturally bright, but unfocused, Catholic schoolboy preparing for his impending confirmation. He is routinely held after class by the imperious Sister Clarissa (Celia Howard), who cannot understand why the boy cannot simply learn his catechism.
For his part, Rudy would rather hurry home to amuse his developmentally challenged brother, Georgie (Andrew Rondeau), with his impressions of Ed Sullivan. Rudy’s elder siblings, Eddie (Jesse Allis) and Annie (Lara Hillier), are wrestling with familiar teen problems — Eddie is perpetually horny, and Annie is trying to navigate the confusing restrictions that 1950’s society placed on young women. Meanwhile, all of the kids and their mother, Ellen (Brigitt Markusfeld), walk on eggshells around their father, Chet (Arnie Mazer), a would-be baseball star who runs the bar below their apartment, and who routinely turns dinner into a ballet of passive-aggression. Tensions in the house boil over after Rudy asks Sister Clarissa thoughtful but ill-directed questions about faith, which prompt her to pay the family an eventful visit. The 1950’s are particularly fertile ground
for these kind of stories, and I don’t think it’s just because of the Baby Boomer population explosion. The generation coming up in the late 50’s-early 60’s thought critically and questioned routinely accepted social mores, leading to the counter-culture movement. That makes for some juicy family drama. While “Over the Tavern” is very much a personal story (Rudy is unquestionably based on Dudzick), it’s also a story about a generation plaintively asking why, and its predecessors’ frustration at having few answers at their disposal besides “because I said so.” The themes covered in the play have been explored in countless other works, but Dudzick’s script prevents “Tavern” from feeling
to life the complicated relationships of a more-or-less repressed family. It’s especially difficult when a show features child actors in critical roles with tons of dialogue, as is the case with Forrest Gertin’s Rudy. Brigitt Markusfeld as the mother is especially impressive, moving from all-knowing matriarch to battle-hardened partner to sweet, protective nurturer without missing a beat. It’s a fully realized character. Arnie Mazer’s Chet brings the bluster in spades, but he’s oddly charming, too, from his impish attempts at soothing his scorned wife to his deadpan retorts. Lara Hillier is fantastic as budding teen daughter Annie. She’s very funny in some scenes (the silent bit that introduces us to her character tells us everything we need to know), and heartbreaking in others. Jesse Allis’s 15-yearold Eddie sometimes veers too much toward caricature, between his voice squeaks, eye popping, and stuttering. It’s likely an intentional acting choice, especially when he’s interacting with his imposing father. But when nobody else in the cast is playing at that level, it can be distracting. Celia Howard’s Sister Clarissa seems a little flat at first, the typical knuckle-rapping nun. But her character arc reveals many more levels, especially in her interactions with Georgie and Chet. By the end, she’s arguably the most dynamic character in the cast. Much attention has been given to the fact that the actor who plays Georgie, Andrew Rondeau, has Down Syndrome. It is a commendable bit of diversity casting, and Rondeau is very good in the role, stealing several scenes with his on-point comic timing. A final kudo to scenic designer John Iacovelli, whose huge, meticulously appointed apartment set hosts almost every scene of the play. It takes up nearly the entire length and height of the Geva stage, and I honestly could imagine a family actually living there between performances.
[ OPENINGS ] “Peter’s Picks 2008-2009” Fri Feb 25. Image City Photography Gallery, 722 University Ave. 5-8:30 p.m. 482-1976, imagecityphotographygallery.com. “Something Old, Something New” by Arena Art Group Fri Feb 25. Williams Gallery, 220 S Winton Rd. 5:30-8 p.m. 271-9070, rochesterunitarian.org. “Toscana Toscana”, photography by George Wallace Sun Feb 27. Nazareth College Casa Italiana LeChase Lounge, 4245 East Ave. 3-5 p.m. 3892469, casa@naz.edu. “The Theatres of Memory: New Perspective on Edward Curtis’ The North American Indian” Wed Mar 2. Plutzik Library, University of Rochester River Campus, Rush Rhees Library, Wilson Blvd. 3:306:30 p.m. 475-6766. Opening reception, screening of “Edward S. Curtis: Coming to Light,” and roundtable discussion. [ CONTINUING ] 2 Chic Boutique 151 Park Ave. Through Feb 28. “Beyond the Racks.” Wed-Thu 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Fri 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 271-6111, 2chicboutique.com. Artisan Works 565 Blossom Rd. Through Feb 27: The Work of Salem Sampoerna. | Fri-Sat 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun Noon-5 p.m. $8$12. 288-7170, artisanworks.net. Arts & Cultural Council Gallery 277 N Goodman St. Through Feb 24: “The Fine Art of Airigami: Once Upon a Time.” Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 473-4000, artsrochester.org. Baobab Cultural Center 728 University Ave. Through Mar 19: “No Boundaries: New Expressions in Black Art.” WedFri 6-9 p.m., Sat 3-6 p.m. 5632145, thebaobab.org. Barnes and Noble Gallery 3349 Monroe Ave, Pittsford. Through Feb 27: Penfield Art Association’s Winter Art Show. Mon-Sat 9 a.m.10 p.m.; Sun 9 a.m.-9 p.m. 5866020, barnesandnoble.com. Books Etc. 78 W. Main St., Macedon. Through Feb 28: “New Shapes, New Colors, New Moments: The Work of Amy Crawford, Doris Britt, and John Cieslinski.” Wed-Sun Noon-5 p.m. 474-4116, books_etc@ yahoo.com. Booksmart Studio 250 N. Goodman St. Through Feb 26: “Natural Truths Collection 2010” by Walter Colley & “West Virginia Store Fronts” by Edgar G. Praus. Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 1-800-761-6623, booksmartstudio.com. Bridge Gallery Brodie Fine Arts, SUNY Geneseo. Through Apr 2: 26th Annual Calligraphy Exhibition. Mon-Thu noon-4 p.m., Fri-Sat noon-6 p.m. 245-5814, Geneseo.edu. Central Library Lower Link Gallery 115 South Ave. Through Feb 28: “Americans Who Tell the Truth,” portraits by Robert Shetterly. Mon & Thu 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Tue, Wed & Fri 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun 1-5 p.m. 428-7300 Chait Fine Art Gallery 234 Mill St. Through Feb 28: “Belize, An Ecocontinues on page 22 rochestercitynewspaper.com City 21
Art Exhibits Responsible Gem” Photographs by Tom Policano. Fri 5-9 p.m., Sat-Sun 12-4 p.m. schait@ chaitstudios.com. CIAS Dean’s Gallery Frank E. Gannett Hall, Room 1115, Rochester Institute of Technology. Through Mar 4: “Continuum,” Drawings and Paintings by Jean K. Stephens. Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m. rit.edu. Community Darkroom Gallery 713 Monroe Ave. Through Feb 26: “Thaw: Meltdown: Life is What You Fake It.” Mon 9 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Tue-Thu 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Fri closed; Sat 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 2715920, geneseearts.org. Crocus Clay Works Gallery Hungerford Building Door #2, Suite 225, 1115 E. Main St. Through Feb 26: “Melting Hearts,” Living Plant Sculpture by Christine & Brian Krieger; “Paper Tigers” and more. Tue-Wed 5-8 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-3 p.m., or by appointment. 469-8217, crocusclayworks.com. A Different Path Gallery 27 Market St., Brockport. Through Feb 28: “Food as Art/Art as Food.” WedFri 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 6375494, differentpathgallery.com. The Firehouse Gallery @ Genesee Pottery, 713 Monroe Ave. Through Feb 28: “Seconds from the Flame.” Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat noon-4 p.m. 244-1730, geneseearts.org. FourWalls Gallery 179 Atlantic Ave. Through Feb 27: “Form & Substance,” recent works of: Victor Pacheco, Kitty Hubbard, and Francesca Lalanne.” Call for hours. 442-7824, fourwallsartgallery@gmail.com. Frederick Douglass Resource Center Gallery 36 King St. Through Feb 28: “Lynching in America,” new work by Pepsy Kettavong. $5-10. Call for hours. 325-9190, frederickdouglassrc.com. Friendly Home’s Memorial Gallery 3165 East Ave. Through Feb 28: “A New Direction,” watercolor and mixed media works by Pamela LoCicero. Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 381-1600, friendlyhome.org. Fusion Salon 333 Park Ave. Through Mar 31: “Famous Faces,” by Jay Lincoln, Jennifer Cichello, Mr. PRVRT, and Rebecca Rafferty. Presented by Method Machine. Mon & Tue 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Thu Noon-8 p.m., Fri 9a.m.6 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 2718120, fusionsalonnewyork.com. Gallery @ Equal=Grounds 750 South Ave. Through Feb 28: “Mug Shots.” Tue-Fri 7 a.m.-Midnight, Sat-Sun 10 a.m.-Midnight. gallery@equalgrounds.com. Genesee Co-op Federal Credit Union 395 Gregory St. Through Apr 2: “Variations on the Endangered Theme” by Margot Fass. Mon-Wed 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thu-Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 4612230, genesee.coop. George Eastman House 900 East Ave. Through Jun 12: “Between the States: Photographs of the American Civil War from the George Eastman House Collection.” | Through Apr 10: “Larry Merrill: Looking at Trees.” | Tue-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thu 10 a.m.-8 p.m.,
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How many black artists have become household names? Why is it that a Dutch madman or a Spanish womanizer can captivate the world, when the works of black American painters languish without much of an audience? In studying art history, most art by black artists I encountered was smuggled out of Africa centuries ago, same as the people. When we ignore the art of a section of the population, we are missing their voices, and a crucial portion of humanity’s experience. Through February 27, you have the opportunity to view rarely seen works by Benny Andrews (pictured), Romare Bearden, Robert Freeman, Alma Thomas, and Richard Yarde at the Mercer Gallery at Monroe Community College (1000 E. Henrietta Road). From abstract to figurative, rural to urban, these drawings, collages, lithographs, oils, acrylics, and watercolors depict cotton fields, jazz musicians, partygoers, portraits, geometric forms, and more. “The Freedom Place Collection” exhibition includes works that belong to Stuart Marshall Bloch and Julia Chang Bloch, residents of Washington, D.C., who have amassed this body of work over the past 35 years and are now sharing it with the wider public. Gallery admission is free, and hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Tuesday and Thursday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. For more information, call 292-2021 or visit monroecc.edu/go/mercer. — BY REBECCA RAFFERTY Sun 1-5 p.m. $4-$10. 2713361, eastmanhouse.org Gilded Square Picture Framing & Gallery 714 University Ave. Through Feb 25: “The Nature Trail: From Madison Ave. to Rochester and Points South & West” by Richard Kalkman. Tue-Fri 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 461-2808, gildedsquare.com. Hartnett Gallery University of Rochester, Wilson Commons. Through Feb 27: “Visualizing Difference: Birds of a Feather,” sculpture and video installation by Meg Mitchell. Tue-Fri 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat-Sun Noon5 p.m. 275-4188, blogs. rochester.edu/Hartnett. High Falls Fine Art Gallery 60 Browns Race. Through Feb 25: “In Between 2 Worlds,” “Thaw: Hot and Cold,” and “Pressing Issue: Letterpress Art” featuring Amos Paul Kennedy Jr. and the artists of the Printing and Book Arts Center. Wed-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat Noon-6 p.m.; Sun 1-5 p.m. 325-2030, centerathighfalls.org. Image City Photography Gallery 722 University Ave. Feb 23-Mar 20: “Thaw.” & “Peter’s Picks 2008-2009.” Wed-Sat 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun noon-4 p.m. 482-1976, imagecityphotographygallery.com. International Art Acquisitions 3300 Monroe Ave. Through Feb 28:
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“Hydra” by Linda Kall. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun Noon-5 p.m. 264-1440, internationalartacquisitions.com. Joy Gallery 551 Genesee St. Through Mar 19: “Salute to Black History Month” with art by James Daniels and the Joy Gallery art group. Noon-4 p.m. 436-5230, joygallery.org. Little Theatre Café 240 East Ave. Through Mar 4: Steven Harkola. Sun 5-8 p.m.; Mon-Thu 5-10 p.m.; Fri-Sat 5-11 p.m. 2580403, thelittle.org. Lux Lounge 666 South Ave. Through Mar 31: “Lux Be a Lady” work by Rheytchul Chickenbone, Sarah Rutherford, Stacey Mrva, Juni Moon, Lea Rizzo, and Sara Purr. Mon-Thu 5 p.m.-2 a.m.; Fri 4:30-2 a.m.; Sat-Sun 9 p.m.-2 a.m. 232-9030, lux666.com. MCC Damon City Campus 228 E. Main St. fifth floor atrium. Feb 28-Mar 8: “Americans Who Tell the Truth,” portraits by Robert Shetterly. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Sunday. 262-1661. MCC Mercer Gallery 1000 E. Henrietta Rd. Through Feb 27: “The Freedom Place Collection: A Major Exhibition of Rarely Seen Works by African-American Artists.” Mon, Wed, Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tue, Thu 10 a.m.-7 p.m. 292-2021. Memorial Art Gallery 500 University Ave. Through Apr 10: “Wine & Spirit: Rituals, Remedies,
and Revelry.” | Through Mar 21: “Great Impressions: The Print Club of Rochester Turns 80” in Lockhart Gallery. | Through Mar 3: “Thaw: Considering Climate Change” in Lucy Burne Gallery. | Wed-Sun 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Thu until 9 p.m., $4-$10. Thu night reduced price: $6 from 5-9 p.m. 276-8900, mag.rochester.edu. My Sister’s Gallery The Episcopal Church Home, 505 Mt. Hope Ave. Through Apr 7: “Things in a Row, and More,” paintings by Jeanette Musliner. Daily 10 a.m.8 p.m. 546-8439. Nazareth College Arts Center Gallery 4245 East Ave. Through Mar 11: “Torch Song: Metals Invitational.” Tue-Thu 1-4 p.m., Fri-Sat 1-8 p.m. 389-5073, naz.edu. Nazareth College Casa Italiana LeChase Lounge 4245 East Ave. Feb 27-Apr 22: “Toscana Toscana”, photography by George Wallace. Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 389-2469, casa@naz.edu. Nazareth College Colacino Gallery 4245 East Ave. Through Mar 12: “18 Things I Found in Persia.” Tue-Sat noon-5 p.m. 389-2532, naz.edu. Penfield Arts Center repARTee Gallery 2131 Five Mile Line Rd. Through Mar 25: “Thaw: Before the Flow.” Wed-Sat 1-5 p.m. 5865192, penfieldartscenter.com. Record Archive 33 1/3 Rockwood St. Through Feb 28: “New paintings by Lucinda Storms & her aesthetic alter-ego Belvedere.” Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun noon-5 p.m. alayna@ recordarchive.com. Renaissance Art Gallery 74 St. Paul St. Through Mar 26: Taylor Woolwine. Tue-Sat 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 423-8235, rochesterrenaissanceartgallery.com. Roberts Wesleyan Davison Gallery 2265 Westside Drive. Feb 28-Mar 28: “THAW: Painting Confluence & Influence,” featuring Dave Berry, Immanuele Cacciatore, Aaron Gosser, Janet McKenzie, Kathleen Nicastro, and Rachael Van Dyke. Mon-Fri 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat 1-4 p.m. Roberts.edu. Rochester Contemporary Arts Center 137 East Ave. Through Mar 13: “Mentors & Makers” new sculpture by Wendell Castle and Nancy Jurs and their former students Tom Lacagnina and Bethany Krull. | In the LAB Space: “Charlie Arnold: Pioneer of Electrostatic Art.” Wed-Sun 1-5 p.m., Fri 1-10 p.m. 461-2222, rochestercontemporary.org. $1. RIT Bevier Gallery 90 Lomb Memorial Drive. Booth Building, 7A. Through Feb 27: Fourth Annual Invitational Showcase for Student Artwork. Mon-Fri 9 a.m.4:30 p.m.; Mon-Thu 7-9 p.m.; Sat 1-4:30 p.m.; Sun 2-4:30 p.m. 475-2646. Rochester Medical Museum & Archives Through Mar 18: “Military Dress” by Philip G. Maples. Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 922-1847, viahealth.org/archives. Rochester Regional Community Design Center Hungerford Complex/E. Main Business Park. Door 3B. Through Jun 3: “Build it Right and They Will Come.” Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 271-0520, rrcdc.com. Rush Rhees Library Rare Books and Special Collections University of
Rochester River Campus, Rush Rhees Library, Wilson Blvd. Mar 2Apr 6: “The Theatres of Memory: New Perspective on Edward Curtis’ The North American Indian.” Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fat 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 475-6766. The Shoe Factory Co-op 250 N. Goodman St., Studio 212. Through Feb 28: “Hearts and Daggers: A Rochester Love Story.” Call for hours. studio212@shoefactoryarts.com, shoefactoryarts.com. The Strong National Museum of Play 1 Manhattan Square. Through May 22: “Whimsical Art Trail” with Gary Carlson, Meredith Schreiber, and Raphaela McCormack. MonThu 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri-Sat 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun 12-5 p.m. 2632700, thestrong.org. $10-12. SUNY Geneseo Lederer Gallery 1 College Circle, Brodie Hall. Through Mar 12: “Art Blizzard” Mon-Thu 12:30-3:30 p.m., FriSat 12:30-5:30 p.m. 243-6785. SUNY Geneseo Lockhart Gallery McClellan House, 26 Main St., Geneseo. Through Mar 10: “Robert Blackburn: Defining Influence.” Mon-Thu 12:30-3:30 p.m.; Fri-Sat 12:30-5:30 p.m. geneseo.edu. Tower Fine Arts Center @ SUNY Brockport 180 Holley St. Through Feb 25: “2011 Monroe and Vicinity Biennial.” Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 395-ARTS, brockport.edu. Visual Studies Workshop 31 Prince St. Through Mar 27: “Shedding Light” by Pamela Vander Zwan. Thu 5-8 p.m., Fri-Sun noon-5 p.m. 442-8676, vsw.org. Williams Gallery 220 S Winton Rd. Feb 24-Apr 4: “Something Old, Something New” by Arena Art Group. Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 271-9070, rochesterunitarian.org.
Education, 713 Monroe Ave. 2715183, geneseearts.org. Sat 9 a.m.1 p.m., Sun 9-11 a.m. $90-100, plus $25 materials fee. Register. [ Sunday, February 27 ] Chinese Cultural Events: Dance, Music, and Painting Demos. The Gables at Brighton, 2001 South Clinton Ave. 241-5929. 4 p.m. Free, register by 2/25. [ Wednesday, March 2 ] Especially for Educators: “Minerals, Materials, and Masterpieces.” Memorial Art Gallery, 500 University Ave. 276-8971, kdonovan@mag. rochester.edu. 4:30-7 p.m. $30, registration required. Screening “Edward S. Curtis: Coming to Light” and Discussion. University of Rochester-Rush Rhees Library, Library Rd. rochester.edu/college/humanities. 3:30-5 p.m. film, 5-5:30 p.m. opening reception, 5:30-6:30 p.m. discussion. Free. Co-insides with opening of “Theatres of Memory: New Perspectives on Edward Curtis’ The North American Indian” exhibit.
Comedy [ Wed., February 23 ] Improv Plate. Johnny’s Irish Pub, 1382 Culver Rd. 2240990, johnnysirishpub.com. 7-10 p.m. Free. [ Thursday, February 24 ] 3 Guys Walk Into A Bar Presents: Comedy, Of The Stand-Up Variety. Boulder Coffee Co-South Wedge, 100 Alexander St. 454-7140. 810:30 p.m. $5. Featuring Bryan J. Ball, Jimmy LeChase, Chet Wild and Eric Lingenfelter. Matt Bergman. Boulder Coffee CoSouth Wedge, 100 Alexander St. bouldercoffeeco.com. 8 p.m. $5.
[ CALL FOR ARTWORK ] 63rd Annual Rochester-Finger Lakes Exhibition. Deadline March 31. Seeking entries from regional artists for major juried exhibition opening July 24 at Memorial Art Gallery. Apply at mag.rochester. edu/rochester-finger-lakes/. Call for Applications for 55th Clothesline Festival. Deadline March 25. Festival to be held September 10-11 at Memorial Art Gallery. Apply online at clothesline.rochester.edu.
[ Thursday, February 24Saturday, February 26 ] Dan Viola. Comedy Club, 2235 Empire Blvd, Webster. 14580. 671-9080, thecomedyclub.us. Thu 7:30 p.m., Fri-Sat 7:30 & 10 p.m. $9.
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[ Thursday, February 24 ] MAG Highlights Tour. Memorial Art Gallery, 500 University Ave. 276-8900, mag.rochester.edu. 6:30 p.m. Included with gallery admission: $5-10. Docent-led tour of the collections.
[ Thursday, February 24 ] Sky Baby Productions presents: House of Love. Decibel Lounge, 45 Euclid St. 754-4645. 9 p.m. TBA. Always 21+, $1.
[ Friday, February 25 ] “Wine and Spirit” Exhibition Tours. Memorial Art Gallery, 500 University Ave. 276-8900, mag. rochester.edu. Fri 2 p.m. Included with gallery admission: $5-10. Watercolor Class with Peggy Martinez. A Different Path Gallery, 27 Market St., Brockport. kwestonarts@gmail.com. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $120, 5 week class. [ Saturday, February 26Sunday, February 27 ] Mold Making: Multiple Tiles. Genesee Center for the Arts &
[ Friday, February 25Saturday, February 26 ] The Manshee Chronicles: Winter’s (Funny) Bone. MuCCC, 142 Atlantic Ave. 244-0960, muccc. org. 8 p.m. $10.
[ Thursday, February 24Saturday, February 26 ] Dance Awareness Days. Hartwell Hall classrooms and dance theaters, Kenyon St., Brockport. 395-ARTS, brockport.edu/ finearts. Various times. Free. [ Friday, February 25Sunday, February 27 ] Stomp! Auditorium Theatre, 875 E Main St. 800-745-3000, rbtl. org. Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $29.50-$49.50. [ Saturday, February 26 ] Ladysmith Black Mambazo. Nazareth College Arts Center,
4245 East Ave. 389-2170, boxoffice.naz.edu, artscenter.naz. edu. 8 p.m. $30-60.
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[ Thursday, February 24 ] Argentine Tango. Upstairs Hall, 4657 Culver Rd. midnighttango. com. 7-8 p.m. new to tango, 8-9 p.m. guided practice/advanced class, 9 p.m.-midnight dance. $4. Dance ‘60’s Style. Henrietta Public Library, 455 Calkins Rd. 3597092. 7-8:15 p.m. Free, register.
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[ Wednesday, February 23Sunday, February 27 ] Family Break Activities: Space Launch. Rochester Museum and Science Center, 657 East Ave. 271-1880, rmsc.org. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Included with museum admission $10-12.
[ Saturday, February 26 ] Edgerton Model Railroad Room Open. Edgerton Community Center, 41 Backus St. cityofrochester.gov/edgerton. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Jemel Basketball League. Avenue D Community Center, 200 Avenue D. cityofrochester.gov. 11 a.m. Free. Ages 10-13 and 15-18. Little Buddies Series: “Kirikou and the Sorceress.” Little Theatre, 240 East Ave. 285-0400, thelittle.org. 10 a.m. $5. [ Saturday, February 26Sunday, February 27 ] Basketball clinic with NBA Shooting Consultant Tim “the Target” Sullivan. Northwest YMCA, 730 Long Pond Rd. rochesterymca.org/northwest. Sat 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (ages 5 -7), 1-4 p.m. (ages 8-12); Sun 12-3 p.m. (ages 8-12), 3-6 p.m. (ages 13 and up). $30-60, register.
[ Sunday, February 27 ] Kids Can Play, Too...Ukulele Workshops. Bernunzio Uptown Music, 122 East Ave. julie@ bernunzio.com. 1-1:45 p.m. or 2:15-3 p.m. $5, register. Ages 6+.
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[ Wednesday, February 23-Friday, February 25 ] 2011 Mid-Winter Camp for Girls: A Unique Approach to Dance and Voice. Kinections, 718 University Ave. 573-5050, kinectionsinfo@ kinections.com. 10:30 a.m.-noon. $100, $75 for a sibling. Ages 912, focusing on self-acceptance and friendship, countering the media’s investment in appearance & material goods.
[ Thursday, February 24 ] 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament. David Gantt Community Center, 700 North St. cityofrochester.gov. 1-5 p.m. Free. Airplay: A Comedy Juggling Act. Irondequoit Public Library-Pauline Evans Branch, 45 Cooper. 3366062, libraryweb.org/irondequoit. 7 p.m. Free. All ages. Arnett Library Story Time. Arnett Branch Library, 310 Arnett Blvd. Shana Lynott 428-8264. Tue 1111:30 a.m., Thu 6-6:30 p.m. Free. Black History Month Celebration. David Gantt Community Center, 700 North
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[ Wed., February 23] 4th Annaul REAL2REEL Youth Film Festival. Venu RestoLounge, 151 St Paul St. 4427824, fourwallsartgallery@gmail. com. 3 p.m. Free. Read-A-Thon. Edgerton Community Center, 41 Backus St. cityofrochester.gov/edgerton. 6 p.m. Free. Teen Game Night. Henrietta Public Library, 455 Calkins Rd. 359-7092. 6:30-8 p.m. Free. Ages 12+. Wednesday Afternoon at the Movies: Toy Story III. Kate Gleason Auditorium, Central Library, 115 South Ave. 4288150, libraryweb.org. 2:30-4:30 p.m. Free.
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[ Saturday, February 26Sunday, February 27 ] Rhythm Society Urban Wellness Studio Grand Opening. Rhythm Society, 179 St. Paul St. 7708572, rhythm-society.org. 2-6 p.m. Free.
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[ Monday, February 28 ] My Smart Hands: Sign & Sing. Irondequoit Public LibraryPauline Evans Branch, 45 Cooper. 336-6062, libraryweb. org/irondequoit. 11:15 a.m. Free, register. Ages 0-2 years. Open Mic Night: A Forum for Artistic Expression. Thomas Ryan Community Center, 530 Webster Ave. 428-7828. 7-9 p.m. Free, registration required. Open to city youth ages 12+ who are singers, dancers, comics, writers, or poets. Toddler Book Club: Be My Valentine. Strong National Museum of Play, 1 Manhattan Sq. 263-2700, museumofplay. org. 10:30, 11:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. Included in museum admission: $9-11. [ Tuesday, March 1 ] Toddler Luau: with Mike Kornrich of Happy Music for Happy Kids. Brighton Memorial Library, 2300 Elmwood Ave. 784-5300, brightonlibrary.org. 10:30 a.m. Free, register. Ages 1-1/2-4. [ Wednesday, March 2 ] Book and Beast Zoo Storytime. Seneca Park Zoo, 2222 St Paul Blvd. senecaparkzoo.org. 11 a.m. Included in zoo admission: $4-7, free to kids unde.
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at Great Wall of China photograph or pose, entirely blind in their grasping for limited exotic experiences, and completely dismissing the people and the country. Another image might allude to war and casualties: a blindfolded man in a field holds a radio controller, with a line of model planes behind him and no apparent regard for what he might hit. News anchors read the news with covered eyes. ‘Nuff said. Viewers may interact with the exhibit at
An image from “A Reading Room for Shedding Light” by Pamela Vander Zwan. PHOTO PROVIDED
American epidemic “A Reading Room for Shedding Light” By Pamela Vander Zwan Through March 27 Dual exhibitions at Visual Studies Workshop, 31 Prince St. & Central Library Lower Link Gallery, 115 South Ave. 442-8676, vsw.org [ REVIEW ] BY REBECCA RAFFERTY
Last summer, I read an Adbusters piece in “The Whole Brain Catalog” issue (July 2010) that touched on how socialnetworking media — and specifically the limited word count in tweets and other status updates — is rewiring our brains to be less patient and less desirous to dip into depths for lengthier reading comprehension. As a writer, that’s disheartening, but as a socially conscious human, that’s terrifying. Our propensity toward re-tweeting and reposting links and memes can further limit our individual textual exploration and digestion. The current show at Visual Studies Workshop explores the dangers of intellectual indifference, and should inspire us all to exercise our rights to know our world, and make our own judgments. Visual Studies Workshop is one of the few spaces in town that consistently provides viewers with shows by artists who snap their fingers in front of our routine-crafted space gazes, and ask us to 24 City february 23 - march 1, 2011
stop slacking on our human superpowers of cognition. Artist Pamela Vander Zwan uses blindness as a metaphor for our world’s barely conscious state of awfulness. The irony of the bright-white day of my visit didn’t escape me: the sun shone so brilliantly that I was overcome by snow blindness and stumbled into the gallery. My disorientation set the stage for meditating on the fact that our independence as individuals and Americans comes from a world shaped by people like me. Taken literally, blindness is a hindrance only in a world shaped by a majority of seers. Understood metaphorically, our social and political blindness allows our leaders and corporations to shape the world in their interest, based on our shortsighted love of convenience. In either case, what we take for granted on a daily basis alienates others. Vander Zwan’s work uses blindness as a metaphor for “the lack of awareness by American citizens of how their government handles its affairs both at home and abroad,” according to the essay on the gallery’s wall. Through a series of photographs, prints, and handmade Braille books in simultaneous shows at the Visual Studies Workshop and the Lower Link Gallery at the Central Library, the artist sets viewers up for a sobering assessment of their own willingness to fully participate in a world for which they are inextricably responsible. In each of the photographs, people wear woolen blindfolds and engage in activities that require sight. Easy associations are made for each: tourists
desk stations that include Braille books and partial text-partial Braille prints, for which translation is made possible by a deck of “flashlights”: an A-Z deck of cards with the raised marks for each letter, as well as affirmative words like “action, benefit, commit, do, every fair…”, and so on. While I had more than enough patience to decipher the one line for each quote, my enthusiasm quickly faded when I set to work on the entirely Braille copies of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution (paired with a pointed sign that reads, when fully translated: “The price of apathy toward public affairs is to be ruled by evil men”), and the Bill of Rights. Vander Zwan has hit on the perfect metaphor for us: the artist makes us work to comprehend what is offered, and in doing so she points out that our failure to understand truths about our world is on our own apathetic shoulders. You can lead a horse to water… Among the Braille books on the table are “A Braille Spelling Dictionary for Beginning Writers” by Gregory Hurray, with each word written in both uncontracted and contracted Braille, which helps to explain my problems in translating the previous texts. Children’s books include “Dear Deer,” a book of homophones, and a Google guide and “Social Networking & You” help the non-seeing public keep up with modern technology. Finally, “Light Reading for All Citizens” is a page created by the artist, with Braille titles of works that have “prompted social change within the United States or have the potential to do so,” per the exhibition essay. These range from Thomas Paine’s “Common Sense” to Cormac McCarthy’s “The Road,” each accompanied by typewritten call numbers. Another interactive element, the page forces us to locate the books before identifying what they are. We all know these pivotal titles, but how many of them have we absorbed? How many of us know why they are important, have felt their call to conscience in our core? I didn’t check, but I hope “The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas” is on the list.
[ Thursday, February 24 ] “Aristotle’s Email: Friendship in the Cyber Age” by Tim J. Madigan. Writers & Books, 740 University Ave. 473-2590, wab. org. 7 p.m. Free. [ Friday, February 25 ] Artist Robert Shetterly Discusses Motivation Behind “Americans Who Tell the Truth” Exhibit. Central Library-Lower Link Gallery, 115 South Ave. 2764962, gandhiinstitute.org. 4:30 p.m. & 7 p.m. at Pittsford Plaza Barnes & Noble. Free. [ Saturday, February 26 ] Wildlife Educators Coalition: Diversity of Life. Spotlight Theater, 47 Mason Rd., Fairport. 259-7112.wec.com. 6:30 p.m. Free, register. [ Sunday, February 27 ] Kathy Kelly, Peace Activist with Voices for Creative Nonviolence. University of Rochester-Interfaith Chapel, Wilson Blvd. 276-4962, gandhiinstitute.org. 7 p.m. Free. Penfield Heritage: Penfield’s Farms. Penfield Public Library, 1098 Baird Rd, Penfield. jmathis14526@ yahoo.com. 2:30-4 p.m. Free. [ Monday, February 28 ] Reshaping Rochester: Looking for Green Places. Christ Church, 141 East Ave. 271-0520, rrcdc.org. 7-9 p.m. $15 advance, $20 door, $5 students. [ Tuesday, March 1 ] Athena Connections: Characteristics of a Leader. Finger Lakes Community College, 4355 Lakeshore Dr, Canandaigua. 585-394-4400 x203. 12:45-2 p.m. Free. Three Secrets to Maximizing Profits with Michael Bloch. Penfield Public Library, 1098 Baird Rd, Penfield. 340-8720, penfieldlibrary.org. 7-8:30 p.m. Free, registration required. Tuesday Topics: “100th Anniversary of the Creation of Alexander’s Ragtime Band.” Central Library, 115 South Ave. 428-8350, linda. rock@libraryweb.org. 12:12-12:52 p.m. Free. With Michael Lasser, nationally syndicated public radio host and author. [ Wednesday, March 2 ] “Andreas Vesalius and Modern Human Anatomy, the Reawakening of the Human Mind, and the Renaissance of Medicine.” Class of ‘62 Conference Room, G 94-25, University of Rochester Medical Center. karen@wab.org. 12-1 p.m. Free. ROCLA Meeting: Henry Padron on The Cuban Five and Luis Posada Carriles. Downtown Presbyterian Church, 121 N Fitzhugh St. interconnect_mott@frontiernet. net, FreetheFive.org. 7 p.m. Free.
Literary Events [ Wed., February 23 ] Book Group: Titles Over Tea: “An Artist of the Floating World” by Kazuo Ishiguro. Barnes & Noble Greece, 330 Greece Ridge Center Dr. 227-4020, barnesandnoble. com. 7 p.m. Free.
[ Thursday, February 24 ] Classics Book Group. Barnes & Noble Greece, 330 Greece Ridge Center Dr. 227-4020. 7 p.m. Free. Science Fiction Book Club. Lift Bridge Book Shop, 45 Main St, Brockport. 637-2260. 7 p.m. Free. Book Group: “Women, Food and God” by Geneen Roth. Brockport Counseling and Wellness Center, 109 Main St., Brockport. 3913453. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Book Group: Classics: “Wings of the Dove” by Henry James. Barnes & Noble Greece, 330 Greece Ridge Center Dr. 2274020, barnesandnoble.com. 7 p.m. Free. Writing Class - Query Letter Workshop. Barnes & Noble Greece, 330 Greece Ridge Center Dr. 227-4020, barnesandnoble. com. 7 p.m. Free. [ Thursday, February 24Monday, February 28 ] Book Sale - Friends of BML BIG Book Sale to Benefit Library. Brighton Memorial Library, 2300 Elmwood Ave. 784-5300, brightonlibrary.org. Member preview Thu 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m., open to all: Fri 10 a.m.5:30 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Sun 1- 3:30 p.m., Mon 10 a.m.-1 p.m. [ Friday, February 25 ] Book Reading: “Halina” by Witold Lawrynowicz. St. John Fisher College, 3690 East Ave., Skalny Welcome Center. 248-0152, info@polishheritagerochester.org. 7:30 p.m. Free. [ Saturday, February 26 ] “3 Degrees” Graphic Novel Release Party with Jer & Nick. Writers & Books, 740 University Ave. 473-2590, wab.org. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Writing Class - Winter Education Class at Sonnenberg: The Art of Haiku. Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park, 151 Charlotte St, Canandaigua. 3944922, sonnenberg.org. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $15-18 includes soup & hot beverage, register. [ Sunday, February 27 ] Rick Petrie Reading. Books Etc, 78 W Main St, Rt 31, Macedon. 474-4116, books_etc@yahoo. com. 4-5:30 p.m. Free. Book Signing: “Maurice Durufle: the Man and his Music” by James Frazier. St Mary’s Church, 15 St Mary’s Pl. agorochester.org. 3 p.m. Free. [ Monday, February 28 ] Book Group: Mystery Book Group: “The Spellman Files” by Lisa Lutz. Barnes & Noble Pittsford, 3349 Monroe Ave. 586-6020. 7-8 p.m. Free. [ Tuesday, March 1 ] Book Discussion: “The Good Thief” by Hannah Tinti. Chili Library, 3333 Chili Ave. 8892200. 7-8 p.m. Free. Poetry Reading: Spoken Word Poetry Slam & Open Mic. Tango Cafe, 389 Gregory St. 271-4930. Sign Ups begin at 6:45 p.m. Event starts at 8 p.m. Free. 389 Gregory St. Writing Class: WNY Word Weavers. Monroe Community College (Parking Lot F) Building 12, Room 132. wnywordweavers@
SPECIAL EVENT | Buccaneer’s Ball
Every year, Halloween reminds me that what I really want out of life is to dress up in fantastical costumes and gorge myself on candy. Just kidding. Sort of. But honestly, many adults reach that state by shedding their imagination, so we should seize every opportunity for play that comes our way, and to promote the play of the little ones. You can do both this Saturday, February 26, at the Buccaneer’s Ball. Local children’s entertainer Gary the Happy Pirate dreamed up this fundraiser for the Pirate Toy Fund, the organization Gary founded 16 years ago to provide toys to local children in need on a year-round basis. Party-goers are encouraged to dress in costume as pirates or elegant ladies, but black-tie attire, suits, and cocktail dresses, or just masks, are also welcome. The ball will be held at Rochester Museum & Science Center (657 East Ave.) 6-11 p.m. Tickets are $60 per person (21+ only), and include grazing tables and dessert tables, nonalcoholic beverages, and $1000 in Buccaneers’ Bucks for the casino-style gaming and raffle. The gaming tables will be in operation 6:30-9:30 p.m., and live music and a silent auction will round out the evening. Tickets can be purchased at piratetoyfund.org. For additional information, call the PTF office at 271-5519, or visit the website. — BY REBECCA RAFFERTY gmail.com. Second Tuesday Each Month from 6:30-9 PM. Free. [ Wednesday, March 2 ] Book Discussion: Wednesday Teas: “The Good Thief” by Hannah Tinti. Penfield Public Library, 1098 Baird Rd, Penfield. 340-8720, penfieldlibrary.org. 1-2 p.m. Free.
Recreation *For ongoing skiing, snowshoeing, and ice skating events, search our events calendar at rochestercitynewspaper.com. [ Wed., February 23 ] 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament. David Gantt Community Center, 700 North St. cityofrochester.gov. 1-5 p.m. Free. Hike in Genesee Valley Park. Genesee Valley Ice Rink, 131 Elmwood Ave. cityofrochester.gov/ winteradventures. 1 p.m. Free. The Winter Naturalist. Sterling Nature Center, Off 104 East, Sterling. 315-947-6143, snc@ co.cayuga.ny.us. 1 p.m. Free. Outdoor presentation followed by hike. [ Thursday, February 24 ] Silver Lake Outlet Valley Trek. Letchworth State Park, off Rt. 390, Castile. 493-3625. 10 a.m. Free. Meet at Perry Entrance Gate, will carpool. Bring lunch. 4 hours, 2 miles. [ Saturday, February 26 ] GVHC High Acres Hike. High Acres lot on Perinton Parkway.
John R. 208-5830. 11 a.m. Free. Easy-moderate 4-5 mile hike. Introduction to Whitewater Kayaking. Monroe Community College Pool, 1000 E. Henrietta Rd. 704-2372, kayak-adventures. org. 1-4 p.m. $75 adults, $55 students. All essentials covered, including the Eskimo Roll. Kayak Pool PractiCe. Thomas Pool, 800 Five Mile Line Rd, Webster. 328-3960, geneseewaterways.org. 1-3 p.m. Call for details. Owl Moon Guided Walk. Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Rd, Mumford. 538-6822 x218, gcv.org. Every 30 minutes, 6-9 p.m. $10-12, reservations required. Guided trail walk to listen for screech owls and great-horned owls; later on enjoy the warmth of the campfire and hot chocolate, roast some marshmallows and listen to the beautiful nature story “Owl Moon” by Jane Yolen. Ski, Snowshoe, or Walk the Village & Nature Center. Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Rd, Mumford. 538-6822, gcv. org. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $5 admission, rentals: $10 skis, $5 snowshoes. The 2011 Rochester Ice Bowl Disc Golf. Basil Marella Disc Golf Course, 975 English Rd., Greece. grdgc.org. 8 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. tee off. $15-30, register. Proceeds benefit The Greece Ecumenical Food Shelf. The Winter Naturalist. Sterling Nature Center, Off 104 East, continues on page 26 rochestercitynewspaper.com City 25
SPECIAL EVENT | Academy Awards Party
Celebrate one of the most-anticipated nights of the cinematic calendar by also supporting a local treasure that was integral to the history of filmmaking. The George Eastman House Academy Awards Party takes place Sunday, February 27, and promises a spectacular event centered on the 2011 Oscars (airing that night on ABC). So get fancy pants, walk the red carpet, and help benefit the museum and its film-preservation efforts. Doors open at 7 p.m., kicking off an evening that will feature live music by Nik and the Nice Guys, dancing, a silent auction (with items such as a Dennis Hopper-signed “Easy Rider” poster), hors d’oeuvres, desserts, a glass of beer or wine on the house, and of course the Academy Awards ceremony on the big screen in the Dryden Theatre at the George Eastman House (900 East Ave.). Advance-sale tickets are $55 members, $60 nonmembers, and $65 day of event, and include free valet parking. Purchase your tickets now at the Museum’s Lipson Welcome Center, by calling 271-3361 ext. 444, or online at eastmanhouse.org. — BY REBECCA RAFFERTY
Recreation Sterling. 315-947-6143, snc@co.cayuga.ny.us. 1 p.m. Free. Outdoor presentation followed by hike. [ Sunday, February 27 ] GVHC Corbett’s Glen Hike. Ellison Park Lot, 1008 Penfield Rd. John C. 254-4047. 1 p.m. Free. Moderate-strenuous 4 mile hike. Hogsback Trek. Letchworth State Park, off Rt. 390, Castile. 493-3625. 10 a.m. Free. Meet at Hogsback Overlook (1 miles south of G.W. Harvey Pool at north end of park. Bring lunch. 3 hours, 2 miles. Indoor Ed-venture: Moss & Lichens. Letchworth State Park, off Rt. 390, Castile. 493-3625. 2:30 p.m. Free. Meet in conference room at visitor center. 2 hours. [ Tuesday, March 1 ] Hill/Speed Workouts. Fleet Feet Sports, 2210 Monroe Ave. 697-3338, fleetfeetrochester. com. 6 p.m. Free. Indoor Fitness Rowing. Pittsford Indoor Rowing Center, 2800 Clover St., Pittsford. info@ geneseerowingclub.com. Tue & Thu: 5:45-7:15 p.m., Wed: 9:30-11 a.m. $20 drop in. A mandatory, one-time introductory class for new rowers is required and will be held on 3/. Indoor Pool Kayaking Classes. Irondequoit High School Pool. 328-3960, geneseewaterways. org. 7:30-9 p.m. $85. Introduction to kayaking; all equipment is provided. Kayak Intro 2. Thomas Pool, 800 Five Mile Line Rd, Webster. 328-
3960, geneseewaterways.org. 5:30-7 p.m. $85, register. No meeting 3/15. Kayak Intro 3. Thomas Pool, 800 Five Mile Line Rd, Webster. 328-3960, geneseewaterways. org. 7-8:30 p.m. $85, register. No meeting 3/15. [ Wednesday, March 2 ] Executive Women’s Golf Association Golf, Wine, and Cheese. GolfTec, 3240 Monroe Ave. 1-800-8719012 ext .227373, events@ ewgarochesterny.com. 6-8 p.m. $10-15, register by 2/25. Indoor Fitness Rowing. Pittsford Indoor Rowing Center, 2800 Clover St., Pittsford. info@ geneseerowingclub.com. Tue & Thu: 5:45-7:15 p.m., Wed: 9:3011 a.m. $20 drop in. A mandatory, one-time introductory class for new rowers is required and will be held on 3/1. Snow Cheap Trail Race Series. Riley Lodge, Cobbs Hill Park. 697-3338, fleetfeetrochester. com, active.com. 7:15 p.m. $10/ race, register. Snow permitting. Sycamore Trail Trek. Letchworth State Park, off Rt. 390, Castile. 493-3625. 10 a.m. Free. Meet at Sycamore (#22) Trailhead on River Road. Bring lunch. 3.5 hours, 2 miles.
Special Events [ Wed., February 23 ] African American Food Tasting. Flint Street Community Center, 27 Flint St. cityofrochester.gov. 4-6 p.m. Free. Black History Bingo Contest. South Avenue Community Center,
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990 South Ave. cityofrochester. gov. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Highland Park Winter Farmers Market. 249 Highland Ave. highlandparkfarmers@gmail. com. 4-7 p.m. Free. Literacy Volunteers of Rochester Tutor Training Workshops. Literacy Volunteers of Rochester, 1600 South Ave. 473-3030, literacyrochester. org. 6-9 p.m. Free. Rochester Winos Tasting and Learn Italian Night. Gusto, 277 Alexander St. 288-2277, rochesterwinos.com. Registration 6:30 p.m., event 7-9:30 p.m. $30-35, registration required. [ Thursday, February 24 ] Black Heritage Storytelling. Thomas P. Ryan Community Center, 530 Webster Ave. 4289857, cityofrochester.gov. 1-2 p.m. Free. Black History Storytelling. David Gantt Community Center, 700 North St. cityofrochester.gov. 1-2 p.m. Free. Black History Storytelling with Gloria Langston. Thomas P. Ryan Community Center, 530 Webster Ave. cityofrochester. gov. 1 p.m. Free. Chapel Oaks Fireside Open House. Chapel Oaks Community Center, 1550 Portland Ave. 697-6606, stannscommunity.com. 1-3 p.m. Free. Community Labyrinth Walk w/ Reiki, Chair Massage & Music. First Unitarian Church, 220 S Winton Rd. 469-4818, droller@ rochester.rr.com. 7-9 p.m. Free, donations accepted. Have a Heart for the Hope Lodge Hospitality House Awards Reception. Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School Refectory 1100 South Goodman Street, Rochester. 14620. 224-4935, Nicole.LaRose@cancer.org. 4:306:30 p.m. $30, register. Peace Corps Information Session. 359-7092. 5:30-6:45. Free, register. Join Shari Quan, Peace Corps recruiter, for a presentation and Q&A to learn more about serving in the Peace Corps. Tapas at the MAG. Memorial Art Gallery, 500 University Ave. 2768900, mag.rochester.edu. 5-8 p.m. $4. Live music, wine & beer for purchase, tapas. Tilt-A-Whirl Drag Shows with Pandora Boxx & Megan Carter. Tilt Night Club, 444 Central Ave. tiltrochester.com. Two nightly shows: 11:15 p.m. $ 12:30 a.m. $3-12. DJ & dancing. WXXI’s Community Cinema Series: “Me Facing Life: Cyntoia’s Story.” WXXI, 280 State St. 258-0200, wxxi. org/communitycinema. 7-9 p.m. Free. [ Friday, February 25 ] Film: “Up from the Bottoms: The Search for the American Dream.” Baobab Cultural Center, 728 University Ave. 563-2145, thebaobab.org. 7 p.m. Free, register. Leadership Breakfast with New York State Assembly Minority Leader Brian Kolb. Roberts Wesleyan College, 2301 Westside Dr., Garlock Dining Commons. 594-6355, roberts.edu/ leadershipbreakfast. 7:30-9 a.m. Free, registration required.
Rochester Activists for Animal Rights (RAAR) Vegan Taco Buffet and Movie Screening. Flying Squirrel, 285 Clarissa St. Kathryn Caldwell 509-7307, kathryncaldwell@hotmail.com. 6-10 p.m. $8-10. Screening: “Vision of a Universal Humanity.” Baobab Cultural Center, 728 University Ave. ushashah822@yahoo.com. 2-4 p.m. $5 donation. What a Drag with Samantha Vega, Kyla Minx & Pauly. Tilt Night Club, 444 Central Ave. tiltrochester. com. Two shows nightly: 11:15 p.m. & 12:30 a.m. $4-12. Wine Tastings. Wine Sense, 749 Park Ave. 271-0590. 5-7 p.m. Free. [ Friday, February 25Sunday, February 27 ] BCB Home Fair Expo. Fair and Expo Center, 2695 East Henrietta Rd. the-bcb.net. Fri 3-8 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $5-6. Spotlight on Black History Month Film Festival. Little Theatre, 240 East Ave. 285-0400, thelittle.org. Various hours; check the website for details. $5 each film. [ Saturday, February 26 ] African American Educational Awareness Film Series. WXXI, 280 State St. sfigureoa@wxxi. org. 1-3 p.m. Free, reservations required. Black Heritage Gala. Hyatt Regency Rochester, 125 E Main St. 428-9857, cityofrochester.gov. 6 p.m. $40, tickets required. Dave Matthews Laser Show. Rochester Museum and Science Center, 657 East Ave. 271-1880, rmsc.org. 9:30 p.m. $9-10. Italian Pasta Trio Dinner. Geneseo United Methodist Church, 4520 Genesee St., Geneseo. 243-3160. 4:30-7 p.m. $5-9, children under 5 free. Led Zeppelin Laser. Rochester Museum and Science Center, 657 East Ave. 271-1880, rmsc. org. 10:30 p.m. $9-10. Marge’s Annual Pajama Party. Marge’s Lakeside Inn, 4909 Culver Rd. 323-1020. 7 p.m.1:30 a.m. Free. Saturday Evening Telescope Viewing. Rochester Museum and Science Center, 657 East Ave. 271-1880, rmsc.org. Dark until 10 p.m. Free. Weather permitting; call ahead. The Pirate Toy Fund Presents: “2011Buccaneers’ Ball.” Rochester Museum and Science Center, 657 East Ave. 271-5519, piratetoyfund.org. 6-11 p.m. $60 (Must be 21 or older). The Village Well Discussion Series. Mocha Center, 107 Liberty Pole Way. Judith Bauman 420-1400 x24, jbauman@mochacenter.org. 3-5 p.m. Free. Ugly Disco. Rochester Riverside Convention Center, 123 E Main St. uglydisco.com. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. $30-40. Benefits the Boys and Girls Club. Volunteer for “Mentoring Children of Promise” Training. VOAWNY Children’s Center, 214 Lake Ave., Building A. 647-1150, info@ voawny.org. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Winter Wine & Food Pairing. New York Wine & Culinary Center, 800 S Main St.,
SPECIAL EVENT | Ugly Disco
Pick that afro to perfection and primp your polyester: the disco ball and the tunes are ready to spin. The 8th Annual Ugly Disco Bash will take place Saturday, February 26, 8 p.m.-1 a.m. at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center (123 E. Main St.). And you can boogie to the funk that has soul: all proceeds from the Ten Ugly Men event will be donated to The Boys and Girls Club of Rochester. Live music will be provided by Atlas Band, The Skycoasters, Fever — The Wrath of Polyester, and a live DJ spinning the top radio hits of the late 70’s. Enjoy your evening safely: don’t drink and drive. Four shuttle buses will run throughout the entire night and will pick up and drop off revelers at the corner of Park Ave and Berkley, Murphy’s Law (370 East Ave.), Hotshots (1467 University Ave.), the corner of East and Scio, and at Pineapple Jack’s (485 Spencerport Road). Hotel packages are available for $50 (for more information, visit uglydisco.com). Tickets are $30 in advance at special pre-parties (visit the web for details), $35 in advance (includes drink tickets), or $40 at the door. VIP tickets go for $125 and include beer, soda, and water all night, and liquor, wine, and food 7 p.m.-midnight, private bathrooms, as well as a special pre-party 7-8 p.m. Get your tickets at any Wegmans location, Pineapple Jack’s, Murphy’s Law, or Ticketmaster. For more information visit uglydisco.com. — BY REBECCA RAFFERTY Canandaigua. 394-7070.wcc. com. 5-6 p.m. $20, register. nICE Festival Celebration of Ice Wines and Food. New York Wine & Culinary Center, 800 S Main St., Canandaigua. 394-7070. wcc.com. 12-5 p.m. Free, fees for classes ($15-40), register. Ice wine, food, classes, demos, music. [ Sunday, February 27 ] 40th Anniversary Celebration The Empty Closet. Tea Room, Auditorium Theater, 875 East Main St., fourth floor. gayalliance. org. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Academy Awards Party. George Eastman House, 900 East Ave. 271-3361 x444, eastmanhouse. org. 7 p.m. $50-65. Awaken to Oneness. Christ Church Unity, 55 Prince St. 2615392, onenessuniversity.org. 5-6 p.m. $10 suggest donation, all welcome regardless. Black History Month Family Day. Memorial Art Gallery, 500 University Ave. 276-8900, mag. rochester.edu. 12-5 p.m. Free. Family art activities, music and dance performances, tours and storytelling. Penfield’s Farmers: Who Are They? Penfield Library. penfieldgreen@ gmail.com. 2:30-4 p.m. Free. Screening: “The Yellow Bittern.” St. John Fisher College, 3690 East Ave., Wilson Formal Lounge. 5869947, iacirochester@gmail.com. 4 p.m. $15-20, registration required.
Screening: “Gasland.” Henrietta Public Library, 455 Calkins Rd. 359-7092. 2-4:15 p.m. Free. [ Monday, February 28 ] “Until the Violence Stops” Screening, Art Auction, and Cocktail Reception. Cinema Theater, 957 South Clinton Ave. 546-2771 x346, vdayrochester@gmail.com, pprsr.org. 6-9 p.m. $10. Great Decisions 2011. Penfield Public Library, 1098 Baird Rd, Penfield. 340-8720, penfieldlibrary.org. 7-8:30 p.m. $20 for briefing book, register. Monday Night Seasonal Tastings: Art Rogers of Lento. 248-9070, breatheyoga.com. 6-8 p.m. $50, registration required. Includes a three-course meal, dessert, wine and recipe cards. [ Monday, February 28Thursday, March 3 ] Screening: “The Harmony Game: The Making of “Bridge Over Troubled Water.” Little Theatre, 240 East Ave. 285-0400, thelittle. org. 7 & 9 p.m. $8-12. [ Tuesday, March 1 ] Fossil General Meeting. Brighton Town Hall, 2300 Elmwood Ave. 802-8567, fossil@rasny.org. 7:30 p.m. Free. Screening: “Kidnapped.” Writers & Books, 740 University Ave. 473-2590, wab.org. 6-10 p.m. Free. Based on writings of Robert
Louis Stevenson; part of the “If All of Rochester Read the Same Book” Programming. Whitman School of Management Networking Reception. Woodcliff Hotel & Spa, 199 Woodcliff Dr. 315-443-3497, jjlafave@syr.edu. 6-7:30 p.m. Free, RSVP. [ Wednesday, March 2 ] Better Breathers Group. Visiting Nurse Service, 2180 Empire Blvd. 787-8360, vnsnet.com. 5-6 p.m. Free. Harpoon Beer Tasting. German House Theatre, 315 Gregory St. baswa.org. 6-8 p.m. $10. Highland Park Winter Farmers Market. 249 Highland Ave. highlandparkfarmers@gmail. com. 4-7 p.m. Free. Fresh, local, sustainable and organic produce, meats, honey, jams, jellies and more! JSEC Seminar: Healthcare Reform. SUNY Empire State College, 1475 N. Winton Rd. monroejsec.org. Registration 7:30-8 a.m., presentation 8-10 a.m. $25, registration required. Literacy Volunteers of Rochester Preview Sessions for Potential Tutors. Literacy Volunteers of Rochester, 1600 South Ave. 473-3030, literacyrochester.org. Noon. Free.
Sports [ Wed., February 23 ] Rochester Amerks vs. Manitoba Moose. Blue Cross Arena, 100 Exchange Blvd. 454-5335, amerks.com. 7:05 p.m. $14-22. [ Friday, February 25 ] Rochester Amerks vs. Manitoba Moose. Blue Cross Arena, 100 Exchange Blvd. 454-5335, amerks.com. 7:35 p.m. $14-22. [ Saturday, February 26 ] Rochester Knighthawks vs Edmonton Rush. Blue Cross Arena, 100 Exchange Blvd. 7585300, bluecrossarena.com. 7:35 p.m. $20-29. Rochester RazorSharks vs. Dayton Air Strikers. Blue Cross Arena, 100 Exchange Blvd. razorsharks. com. 1:05 p.m. $5-25. [ Sunday, February 27 ] Rochester Amerks vs. Syracuse Crunch. Blue Cross Arena, 100 Exchange Blvd. 454-5335, amerks.com. 3:05 p.m. $14-22.
THEATER | Festival of Ten VII
As an often verbose writer, it can be a challenge fitting what I want to say about Rochester’s awesome events into these diminutive shout-outs. So it’s hard to imagine cramming an entire plot — including the introduction of a problem, the ensuing chaos, and the resolution — into a tiny 10-minute play. But that is the challenge issued to playwrights for each Festival of Ten, produced by SUNY College at Brockport every two years. The seventh Festival of Ten features 10 10-minute plays chosen from more than 400 international submissions. The newest program premieres on Friday, February 25, at 7:30 p.m. in the Tower Fine Arts Center Mainstage (180 Holley St., Brockport). Following performances take place Saturday, February 26, and March 3-5 at 7:30 p.m., with a matinee on Sunday, February 27 at 2 p.m., which will be sign-language interpreted for the hearing impaired. Pictured are Tim Ellison and Kara Dudley, who appear in “Stuck” by Christopher Lockheardt. Other selections include “Crocodile Fear” by Stu Silver, in which the actor shares a stage with said reptile; “Direct Deposit,” Deborah Barrett’s story of a hopeful mother-to-be who tracks down her potential sperm donor; and the second-coming-out of Lucy, “I Thought I Liked Girls,” by Nicole Pandolfo. Tickets cost $8-$15 and are available by phone (395-2787) or at the Tower Fine Arts Center Box Office. For more information visit brockport.edu/theatre. — BY REBECCA RAFFERTY
Theater “4.48 Psychosis.” Fri Feb 18-Mar 6. Bread and Water Theatre. 243 Rosedale St. Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $6-$12. 271-5523, breadandwatertheatre.org. “Cinderella.” Thu Feb 24-Sun Feb 27. Olympia High School Auditorium, 1139 Maiden Lane, Greece. Thu 6:30 p.m., Fri-Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 1 p.m. $10$12. 966-7947, John.Klein@ greece.k12.ny.us.
“Cooking with the Calamari Sisters.” Ongoing. Downstairs Cabaret Theatre, 3450 Winton Road. Wed Feb 23-Thu 7 p.m., Fri 8 p.m., Sat 3 & 8:30 p.m., Sun 3 p.m. $29-$39. 325-4370, downstairscabaret.com. “Dreamgirls.” Thu Feb 24-Mar 6. RAPA East End Theatre, 727 E Main St. Thu-Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 3 p.m. $12-$20. 325-3366, rapaonline.us. Festival of Ten VII. Fri Feb 25-Sun Feb 27. Ten 10-minute plays.
SUNY Brockport-Tower Fine Arts Gallery, 180 Holley St, Brockport. Fri-Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $8$15. brockport.edu/finearts. “The Glass Menagerie.” Sat Feb 26-Mar 19. Blackfriars Theatre, 795 E Main St. Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m. $15-$27. 454-1260, bftix.com. “Grimm.” Through Feb 27. Nazareth College Department of Theatre Arts. Nazareth College Arts Center, 4245 East Ave. Fri 8 p.m., Sat-Sun 2 p.m. $10-$12. 389-2170, naz.edu. “Love Notes.” Sat Feb 26. Cabaret by Lyric Chorale. Reddington Hall, 60 S Main St, Pittsford. Sat 7:30 p.m. $20. 586-5675, lyricchorale.org. “Over the Tavern.” Through Mar 13. Geva Theatre Center, 75 Woodbury Blvd. Wed Feb 23-Thu 7:30 p.m., Fri 8 p.m., Sat 4 & 8:30 p.m., Sun 2 & 7 p.m., TueWed Mar 2 7:30 p.m. $22-$59. 232-4382, gevatheatre.org. “Welcome to My Mid-Life Crisis.” Sun Feb 27. Cabaret show by Bonnie Abrams. Temple Beth David, 3200 St. Paul Blvd. $12$15. 266-3223, tbdrochester.org.
Goodman St. 258-3546, rochesterworks.org. Wed-Thu 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Fri 12-2 p.m. Free, registration required. Workshops, lectures, for ages 14-21.
Auditions
[ Friday, February 25 ] Nazareth College Opera Workshop: Riders to the Sea and Giannia Schicchi. Nazareth College Arts Center, 4245 East Ave. naz.edu. 7:30 p.m. Free. Seasonal Chef Demo with Wine & Beer Pairing “Lunch and Learn.” New York Wine & Culinary Center, 800 S Main St., Canandaigua. 394-7070.wcc.com. 12:30-1:30 p.m. $30, register.
Black Sheep Theatre. Thu Mar 3. Holds auditions for roles in Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa’s “The Mystery Plays.” Village Gate, 274 N Goodman St., Suite D313. Thu 7 p.m. 861-4816, blacksheeptheatre.org.
Workshops [ Wed., February 23 ] Adult Daytime Classes: Perfect Pies. Tops Cooking School, 3507 Mt Read Blvd. 663-5449, topsmarkets.com. 7-9 p.m. $20, register. Alzheimer’s Association Care Partner Education: Cargiving 102: Understanding Behaviors and Making Improvements. Summit at Brighton, Multipurpose Room, 200 Summit Circle Dr. 760-5400, alz.org/rochesterny. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Nonviolence Workshop Teaching Meditation Skill. University of Rochester-Rush Rhees Library, Library Rd. 276-4962, icaj2000@ yahoo.com. 5:30 p.m. Free. [ Wednesday, February 23-Friday, February 25 ] RochesterWorks Youth Week. Rochester Works, 255 N.
[ Thursday, February 24 ] Adult Demonstration Class: AweInspiring Dinner Featuring Casa Larga. Tops Cooking School, 3507 Mt Read Blvd. 663-5449, topsmarkets.com. 7-9 p.m. $25 class only, $35 with wine sampling, register. Alzheimer’s Association Care Partner Education: Driving and Dementia/Effective Communication. Clare Bridge of Perinton, 159 Sully’s Trail, Pittsford. 760-5400, alz.org/ rochesterny. 1-3 p.m. Free. American Dinner Cuisine Done Right. New York Wine & Culinary Center, 800 S Main St., Canandaigua. 394-7070.wcc. com. 6-8:30 p.m. $55, register. What is a Pendulum and How Does it Work? Tru Center, 6 S. Main St., Pittsford. 14534. 3810190, tru@trubynicole.com. 5:30-7 p.m. $25, registration required.
[ Saturday, February 26 ] Dreamcatcher Workshop. Tru Center, 6 S. Main St., Pittsford. 14534. 381-0190, tru@ trubynicole.com. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $45 and includes supplies, register. With Jennifer Brunett. Hatha Yoga Class. CNY Healing Arts, 2244 East Ave. 244-1280 x2, cnyhealingarts.com. 910:15 a.m. $9 with package or $14 for one class. Kitchen Quick Takes: Souffle Basics. New York Wine & Culinary Center, 800 S Main St., Canandaigua. 394-7070. wcc.com. 2-3:30 p.m. $40, registration required. Mother and Daughter Journaling. Tru Center, 6 S. Main St., Pittsford. 14534. 381-0190, tru@trubynicole.
com. 2-4:30 p.m. $45 for mother and daughter, register. [ Sunday, February 27 ] Nazareth College Opera Workshop Riders to the Sea and Giannia Schicchi. Nazareth College Arts Center, 4245 East Ave. naz.edu. 2 p.m. Free. [ Monday, February 28 ] Adult Daytime Classes: Raw Foods. Tops Cooking School, 3507 Mt Read Blvd. 6635449, topsmarkets.com. 12-2 p.m. $15, register. Mardi Gras Cooking Class. Cornell Cooperative ExtensionRochester, 249 Highland Ave. 461-1000 x0, mycce. org/monroe. 6-8 p.m. $30, register. Rochester Beekeepers group. Call/email for location. 8206619, RochesterBeekeepers@ gmail.com. 7 p.m. Free. Six Week Postuer Bootcamp. Finger Lakes Community College, 4355 Lakeshore Dr, Canandaigua. 785-1906, aiezzaca@flcc.edu. 5-5:55 p.m. $36, register. [ Tuesday, March 1 ] Adult Daytime Classes: Hands-On Rustic Breads and More. Tops Cooking School, 3507 Mt Read Blvd. 663-5449, topsmarkets. com. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $20, register. Baking with Maple. New York Wine & Culinary Center, 800 S Main St., Canandaigua. 3947070.wcc.com. 6-8:30 p.m. $50, registration required. Writing: A Way Through Grief. Lifetime Care, 3111 S. Winton Rd. 475-8800, lifetimecare. org. 7-8:30 p.m. $5 donation, register. Bereavement support journaling. [ Wednesday, March 2 ] Beginning Quilting and Beyond. Henrietta Public Library, 455 Calkins Rd. 359-7092. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free, register. Genesee Valley Calligraphy Guild. Lutheran Church, 1000 N Winton Rd. gvcalligraphy@gmail.com, gvcalligraphy.org. 7:30 p.m. Free.
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Culver Ridge 16 544-1140 2255 Ridge Rd E, Irondequoit BIG MOMMAS: LIKE FATHER LIKE SON: 1:45, 2:35, 4:25, 5:15, 7:20, 7:55, 9:55, 10:30; BLACK SWAN: 1:35, 1:35, 4:15, 4:15, 6:45, 6:45, 9:30, 9:30; DRIVE ANGRY (3D): 2:25, 5:10, 7:50, 10:25; GNOMEO & JULIET: 2:30, 4:40, 7, 9:20; HALL PASS: 1:25, 2:15, 4:10, 4:55, 7:15, 8, 9:45, 10:35; I AM NUMBER FOUR: 1:55, 5:05, 7:40, 10:15; JUST GO WITH IT: 1:40, 4:20, 7:05, 9:50; JUSTIN BIEBER (3D): 2, 4:50, 7:25, 10; KING’S SPEECH: 1:20, 4:05, 6:50, 9:35; ROOMMATE: 2:05, 4:30, 7:10, 9:40; TRUE GRIT: 1:50, 4:35, 7:35, 10:10; UNKNOWN: 2:10, 4:45, 7:30, 10:05.
Dryden Theatre 271-3361 900 East Ave *NOTE: Film times for 2/23-3/2* LIFE DURING WARTIME: Wed 2/23 8; THE ASPHALT JUNGLE: Thu 8; PROMISED LANDS: Fri 8; ROUND MIDNIGHT: Sat 8; ACADEMY AWARDS PARTY: Sun 7; THE DOORWAY TO HELL: Tue 8; FAILSAFE: Wed 3/2 8.
A thriller of chance and identity [ REVIEW ] by George Grella
“Unknown” (PG-13), directed by Jaume Collet-Serra Now playing
After a trip to Paris to confront (and defeat) a legion of international gangsters in “Taken,” Liam Neeson travels to Berlin in another slambang thriller, “Unknown,” this time playing not a retired CIA agent, but an even more dangerous type: a university professor. Accompanied by his wife, Elizabeth (January Jones), Martin Harris, a botanist, visits Berlin to present a scholarly paper at an international biotechnology conference. Following the familiar patterns of the thriller, a
Eastview 13 425-0420 Eastview Mall, Victor BIG MOMMAS: LIKE FATHER LIKE SON: 2:05, 4:55, 7:35, 10:10; COMPANY MEN: 1:45, 4:20, 7:15, 9:55; DRIVE ANGRY (3D): 1:40, 4:15, 7:25, 10:05; EAGLE: 4:45, 10:30; GNOMEO & JULIET (3D): 2:15, 4:30, 7:20, 9:30; HALL PASS: 1:25, 4, 7:10, 9:40; I AM NUMBER FOUR: 1:20, 1:50, 4:10, 4:40, 6:55, 7:50, 9:45, 10:20; JUST GO WITH IT: 2:10, 4:50, 7:45, 10:25; JUSTIN BIEBER: 2, continues on page 30
chance occurrence initiates a series of extraordinary events that places the professor in jeopardy and in effect erases his identity. The taxi he takes to return to the airport to retrieve the briefcase he left behind crashes through a railing and lands in the river; though the driver, Gina (Diane Kruger), saves his life, Harris sustains a head injury that lands him in a coma for four days. When he awakes, confused and suffering memory loss, he discovers that he no longer exists. At a posh reception his wife claims she’s never seen him and introduces him to her actual husband, a professor of botany named Martin Harris (Aidan Quinn), who somehow has acquired Martin’s complete context — his profession, his memories, his past. His understandable shock and outrage create a nasty, embarrassing scene and lead to police intervention, but he can offer no evidence for his story, which everyone regards as the figment of a damaged brain. Without a passport or any form of identification, he becomes a cipher, roaming a foreign
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city, ignorant of the language, suspecting every stranger of conspiring against him. When he attempts to find Gina to validate his statements, his efforts to solve the puzzle place him in danger — a couple of assassins pursue him, turning the mystery plot into a series of violent encounters that litter Berlin with corpses. In addition to Gina, a few other people enlist in his cause, particularly an aged former Stasi agent named Ernst Jürgen (Bruno Ganz), an experienced snoop who uses some old contacts to investigate his story. Jürgen’s inquiries uncover further layers of deception and betrayal, leading to a remarkable explanation for Harris’s befuddling predicament, making sense of his many fragmentary flashbacks, knitting together the tangled skein of his memories. While following some of the usual paths of the thriller, “Unknown” moves in several different directions. The central puzzle supplies a most satisfying basis for the protagonist’s peculiar situation, but also exhibits a number of soft spots in its logic, glossing over some complications with hasty and superficial exposition. It eventually jettisons the purpose of the puzzle for a great many scenes of physical action — poor Martin Harris survives more than one car wreck, a number of beatings, and a couple of poisonings. Aside from its actual content, the picture employs a fine cast in some terrific scenes. The veteran Bruno Ganz extracts a great deal
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The 2011 Daynas [ REVIEW ] BY DAYNA PAPALEO
from a relatively minor character, making the retired Stasi agent a kind of cynical philosopher, commenting wryly on his country’s history under both the Nazis and the Communists, and even on his old profession as a secret agent for the East German government. One of the best scenes in the movie involves a subtle interchange between Ganz and Frank Langella, who does a nice line these days in gentlemanly villains, killers with a touch of class. Liam Neeson bears the main burden of the action, of course, and acquits himself well. He possesses a big man’s presence, but also reflects a certain vulnerability, a gentleness beneath his strength, and his craggy, rugged face conveys his character’s desperate befuddlement with complete conviction. When in trouble with a plot or a character, Raymond Chandler suggested, bring a man through the door with a gun in his hand. In “Unknown” the director follows the principle of the contemporary thriller — when in trouble, rev up the automobiles, which means that in this picture three separate sequences show cars hurtling through the busy streets of a large city, tangling traffic, bouncing off other vehicles, and causing a hell of a mess, with not a policeman in sight: you can never find a cop when you need one. Although well orchestrated and well filmed, those chases and wrecks suggest a failure of creativity in both the writing and directing of an otherwise highly entertaining film.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences made things a little difficult this year for the Daynas, now in its seventh year of punking out of making Oscar predictions by giving fake — um, I mean very real awards to the artists snubbed by that venerable body. Nominations like Greece’s pitch-black comedy “Dogtooth” for Best Foreign-Language Film and the wily “Exit Through The Gift Shop” for Best Documentary Feature suggest that AMPAS finally took both its vitamins and a nap. But wait; is it that, or was 2010 an otherwise lackluster year for film? Let’s find out! Live-ish, from wintry Corn Hill, it’s the 2011 Daynas... Best Actor: Ben Stiller, “Greenberg”
No offense to Jeff Bridges, but his slot should have gone to someone like Stiller, who found the yearning humanity amidst the paranoia and cynicism of possibly the year’s best-written anti-hero. Actually, that whole film got the shaft, once again demonstrating Hollywood’s short attention span. Best Actress: Lesley Manville, “Another Year”
One of Oscar’s most surprising omissions was the gutsy Manville, who
gave a heartbreaking performance as a lonely middle-aged woman whose prospects only seem to be getting worse. Most Improved Supporting Actor: Sean Combs, “Get Him To The Greek”
Oh, don’t scoff. The typically charismafree Combs totally stole this comedy from noted scene thieves like Russell Brand and Jonah Hill. Most Improved Supporting Actress: Kirsten Dunst, “All Good Things”
Age (well, 28) becomes Dunst, who rivetingly conveyed the confusion, fear, and eventual backbone of a woman who begins to understand what a monster she married. Best Foreign-Language Film: “Mother”
You’ll have to Netflix Bong Joon-ho’s nifty follow-up to “The Host,” in which he channels his inner Hitchcock for a twisty thriller about a mother trying to protect her mentally challenged son from a murder rap. Best Remake of a Foreign-Language Film: “Let Me In”
“Cloverfield” director Matt Reeves’ seemingly unnecessary version of the Swedish vampire flick “Let The Right One In” held its own against the original, offering an emotional warmth that made for an even more resonant experience. Worst Remake of an EnglishLanguage Film: “A Woman, A Gun, and A Noodle Shop”
Acclaimed filmmaker Zhang Yimou’s take on the Coen brothers’ noir debut “Blood Simple” looked amazing but its bizarre shifts in tone sucked the life out of it all. Best Use of 3D: “Jackass 3D”
Chloe Moretz in “Let Me In.” PHOTO COURTESY overture films
The first 3D movie to actually make me swat at the virtual shrapnel coming toward me. And the first that didn’t make me feel ripped off. Bravo, Jackasses!
Worst Use of Time (and 3D): “The Last Airbender”
M. Night Shyamalan’s awful summer flop was the year’s most grueling example of adding 3D effects in post-production as an overt money grab. The Unsung Hero Award: Mark Wahlberg
With “The Fighter” and “The Other Guys,” Wahlberg took cinematic generosity to new heights, graciously serving as the grounded rock while his more-noticeable co-stars got all the glory. Also rock-like? Wahlberg’s abs in “Date Night.” Rowr! The Emperor’s New Clothes Award: “The Girl Who Played With Fire”
Am I the only one who finds the successful adaptations of the Stieg Larsson novels to be little more than misogynistic male fantasy in an artsy package? Maybe Fincher will do better. Most Violent Film: “The Killer Inside Me”
I’ll watch anything from underrated British filmmaker Michael Winterbottom, but I just could not get through his beyond-brutal adaptation of the Jim Thompson book, starring a chilling Casey Affleck as a sadistic deputy sheriff and Jessica Alba as bloody pulp. The George Clooney Award for Overexposure: Jennifer Aniston
Sorry, lady, but I can’t let you slide any longer. I know you want to be a movie star, but please stop trying so hard. It’s embarrassing. (Note: Nicolas Cage should have won this award ages ago, but who even notices him anymore?) Remember: The Academy Awards, hosted by James Franco and Anne Hathaway for some mysterious reason, air this Sunday at 8 p.m. on ABC. And though its chances are slim, go “Winter’s Bone”!
PROMISED LANDS
Friday, Feb. 25, 8 p.m.
Promised Lands scrutinizes the ongoing Arab-Israeli conflict and the growing divisions within Jewish thought over the question of Palestinian sovereignty. The film was shot in Israel during the final days and immediate aftermath of the 1973 Yom Kippur War. (Susan Sontag, Poland/France 1974, 87 min., English and French w/subtitles)
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Saxman Dexter Gordon is Dale Turner, an American musician in Paris struggling to stay on the wagon. A young Parisian, blown away by Gordon’s singular sound, helps him fight his demons. Director Bertrand Tavernier recorded staggering live performances by Gordon, Herbie Hancock, Freddie Hubbard, Bobby Hutcherson, Ron Carter, Billy Higgins, and Lonette McKee. (Bertrand Tavernier, US 1986, 131 min., English and French w/subtitles)
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4:35; also in 3D 1:30, 4:05, 7, 9:35; KING’S SPEECH: 1:35, 4:25, 7:05, 9:50; ROOMMATE: 1:55, 7:55; TRUE GRIT: 7:30, 10; UNKNOWN: 2:20, 5, 7:40, 10:15.
Greece Ridge 12 225-5810 176 Greece Ridge Center Dr. BIG MOMMAS: LIKE FATHER LIKE SON: 2:10, 4:45, 7:30, 10:05; DRIVE ANGRY (3D): 2:25, 5, 7:45, 10:15; EAGLE: 4:50, 10; GNOMEO & JULIET (3D): 2:05, 4:20, 7:20, 9:30; HALL PASS: 1:55, 4:40, 7:15, 9:55; I AM NUMBER FOUR: 1:25, 2:40, 4:25, 5:15, 7:10, 7:55, 9:50, 10:25; JUST GO WITH IT: 1:15, 1:45, 4, 6:50, 7:25, 9:35; JUSTIN BIEBER: 2:20, 7:40; also in 3D 1:35, 4:15, 7:05, 9:40; KING’S SPEECH: 1:20, 4:05, 7, 9:45; ROOMMATE: 4:30, 10:10; UNKNOWN: 2:30, 5:05, 7:50, 10:20.
The Little 258-0400 240 East Ave. BARNEY’S VERSION: 6:40 (NO Wed); also Sat-Sun 12; BIUTIFUL: 6:30, 9:15; also Sat-Sun 11:45, 3; BLACK AND JEWS: Sat-Sun 7; BLACKING UP: REMIX OF HIP HOP: Sat-Sun 9:45; COLOR
Film Previews Full film reviews available at rochestercitynewspaper.com. [ OPENING ] 2011 BLACK HISTORY MONTH FILM FESTIVAL: The Little celebrates Black History Month with a handful of acclaimed documentaries about the African-American experience. Visit their website at thelittle.org for further information, including showtimes. Little THE ASPHALT JUNGLE (1950): John Huston directed this noir heist classic starring wayward thugs, double-crossing, and bad luck. Co-starring Sterling Hayden, James Whitmore, and Marilyn Monroe. Dryden (Thu, Feb 24, 8 p.m.) THE COMPANY MEN (R): Writerdirector John Wells jumps to the big screen with this timely drama starring Ben Affleck, Chris Cooper, and Tommy Lee Jones as white collars rocked by corporate downsizing. With Kevin Costner, Rosemarie DeWitt, and Eamonn Walker. Little, Pittsford DRIVE ANGRY 3D (R): Nicolas Cage is once again out for revenge and redempt — zzzzzzzzzzzzzz. Canandaigua, Culver, Geneseo, Greece, Webster HALL PASS (R): The Farrelly brothers are back with this raunchy comedy starring Owen Wilson and Jason Sudeikis as husbands granted a break from their wives, who are out having their own fun. Featuring Jenna Fischer, Christina Applegate, and Richard Jenkins. Brockport, Canandaigua, Culver, Geneseo, Greece, Pittsford, Webster THE HARMONY GAME (NR): This documentary uses interviews and rare footage to take a look at the making of Simon & Garfunkel’s landmark 1970 album “Bridge Over Troubled 30 City february 23 - march 1, 2011
ADJUSTMENT: Fri 9:30; also Sat-Sun 1:30; COMPANY MEN: 7:10, 9:40; also Sat-Sun 12:30, 3:30; FREEDOM ON MY MIND: Fri 6:30; also Sat-Sun 3:45; HARMONY GAME: Mon-Thu 7, 9; ILLUSTIONIST: 9:20; also Sat-Sun 3:40; KING’S SPEECH: 6:50, 9:30; also Sat-Sun 12:15, 3:15; KIRIKOU AND THE SORCERESS (LITTLE BUDDIES): Sat 10 a.m.; WHO DOES SHE THINK SHE IS?: Wed 7; ZORA NEALE HURSTON: JUMP AT THE SUN: Sat-Sun 11:30 a.m.
Pittsford Cinema 383-1310 3349 Monroe Ave. BARNEY’S VERSION: 1:15, 4, 6:50; also Fri-Sat 9:40; COMPANY MEN: 12:35, 3, 5:25, 7:50; also Fri-Sat 10:05; FIGHTER: 4:15; also Fri-Sat 9:35; HALL PASS: 12:45, 3:10, 5:45, 8; also Fri-Sat 10:20; I AM NUMBER FOUR: 12:05, 2:30, 5, 7:30; also Fri-Sat10; JUST GO WITH IT: 2, 4:50, 7:20; also Fri-Sat 9:50; JUSTIN BIEBER: 11:50 a.m., 2:15, 4:40, 7:05; also Fri-Sat 9:30; KING’S SPEECH: 1:05, 3:50, 6:30; also Fri-Sat 9:05; TRUE GRIT: 1:50, 7:10; UNKNOWN: 12:10, 2:40, 5:10, 7:40; also Fri-Sat 10:10. Water,” placing it in cultural and historical context. Little LIFE DURING WARTIME (2009): Defiantly abstract filmmaker Todd Solondz does a sequel his way, revisiting the Jordan sisters from his 1998 arthouse hit “Happiness” 10 years later but with different actors, including Shirley Henderson, Allison Janney, Ally Sheedy, and Paul Reubens. Dryden (Wed, Feb 23, 8 p.m.) PROMISED LANDS (1974): The only documentary directed by author Susan Sontag explores the differing opinions in the Jewish community on the ongoing Arab-Israeli conflict in the immediate aftermath of the 1973 Yom Kippur War. Dryden (Fri, Feb 25, 8 p.m.) ‘ROUND MIDNIGHT (1986): French filmmaker Bertrand Tavernier directed jazz legend Dexter Gordon to an Oscar nomination for his portrayal of a musician in Paris struggling to stay on the wagon. With Lonette McKee, Ron Carter, and Herbie Hancock. Dryden (Sat, Feb 26, 8 p.m.) [ CONTINUING ] BARNEY’S VERSION (R): Golden Globe winner Paul Giamatti, Dustin Hoffman, and Rosamund Pike lead a gifted cast in this adaptation of Mordecai Richler’s 1997 novel about the life and loves of a successful yet prickly TV producer. Little, Pittsford BIG MOMMAS: LIKE FATHER, LIKE SON (PG-13): Martin Lawrence and Brandon T. Jackson remind Tyler Perry that he hasn’t cornered the market on plus-sized drag with this “Big Momma’s House” sequel that finds the two men going undercover at an all-girls’ school to investigate a murder. Canandaigua, Culver, Greece, Webster BLACK SWAN (R): Darren Aronofsky’s follow-up to “The
Webster 12 888-262-4386 2190 Empire Blvd. AMC 2011 BEST PICTURE SHOWCASE 2: Sat 11 a.m.; BIG MOMMAS: LIKE FATHER LIKE SON: 12:45, 3:30, 5:50, 8:15; also Fri-Sat 10:40; also Sat-Sun 10 a.m.; DRIVE ANGRY (3D): 12:30, 3:15, 5:40, 8; also Fri-Sat 10:30; also Sat-Sun 10:10 a.m.; FIGHTER: 1:10, 5:55; also FriSat 10:45; GNOMEO & JULIET: 1, 3, 5, 7; also Fri-Sat 9; also Sat-Sun 11 a.m.; HALL PASS: 12:15, 2:45, 5:20, 7:50; also Fri-Sat 10:20; I AM NUMBER FOUR: 12, 2:30, 5:10, 7:40; also Fri-Sat 10:15; JUST GO WITH IT: 2:20, 4:50, 7:25; also Fri-Sat 10:05; also Sat-Sun 11:45 a.m.; JUSTIN BIEBER (3D): 1:20, 4:05, 7:15; also Fri-Sat 9:50; also Sat-Sun 10:30 a.m.; KING’S SPEECH: 2, 4:30, 7:05; also Fri-Sat 9:40; also Sat-Sun 11:15 a.m.; ROOMMATE: 3:45, 8:30; also Sat-Sun 10:20 a.m.; TRUE GRIT: 1:30, 4:10, 7:10; also Fri & Sun 10:40 a.m.; also Fri 9:30; UNKNOWN: 2:10, 4:40, 7:30; also Fri-Sat 10:10; also SatSun 11:30 a.m.
Wrestler” is a psychological thriller starring Natalie Portman as a ballerina whose obsession with being perfect drives her to the brink of sanity. Canandaigua, Culver, Cinema THE FIGHTER (R): Mark Wahlberg teams with David O. Russell (“I Heart Huckabees”) for a third time to play “Irish” Micky Ward, a boxer who came out of retirement in the mid 90’s to make an inspiring comeback. Christian Bale costars as Ward’s drug-addicted brother. Pittsford, Webster GNOMEO AND JULIET (G): James McAvoy, Emily Blunt, Maggie Smith, and Ozzy Osbourne provide some of the voices for this animated feature about two garden statues from bickering garden-statue families who fall in love. Canandaigua, Culver, Geneseo, Greece, Webster I AM NUMBER FOUR (PG-13): D.J. Caruso directs Brit newcomer Alex Pettyfer in this sci-fi thriller about an extraterrestrial teen trying to stay one step ahead of the enemy aliens that are hunting him down. Brockport, Canandaigua, Culver, Geneseo, Greece, Pittsford, Webster THE ILLUSIONIST (PG): This Oscar nominee for Best Animated Feature from the director of “The Triplets of Belleville” is based on an original screenplay by comedy icon Jacques Tati about a French magician whose life is changed by a young Scottish fan. Little JUST GO WITH IT (PG-13): Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston star in this romantic “comedy” about a plastic surgeon who convinces his assistant to pose as his estranged wife in order to cover up an itty-bitty lie he told to his trophy girlfriend (Brooklyn Decker). Brockport, Canandaigua, Culver, Geneseo, Greece, Pittsford, Webster
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2 TROMBONE PLAYERS NEEDED to play with one of Rochester’s Finest Big Bands. Must read. (Great Charts). Able to rehearse every other Wednesday 585-442-7480 BASSOONIST NEEDED. Woodwind quintet is in danger of becoming a quartet. We’ve lost our bassoonist. Enthusiastic amateur group meets during the day. Join us for a rehearsal. 585-244-7895 CALLING ALL MUSICIANS OF ALL GENRES - the Rochester Music Coalition wants you! Please register on our website. For further info: www. rochestermusiccoalition.org.
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info@rochestermusiccoalition. org. 585-235-8412 DREAM ENGINE seeks musicians for musical/poetry artist collaboration. Blues/ jazz/funk/rock influences. All instruments. Talent, creativity, improv skills required for noncommercial, performance art en semble. Practice Tuesday nights. Chris 585-472-9971 DRUMMER NEEDED for rock band. Fast, basic style prefered. Regular rehearsals and play occa sional shows 585-482-5942 EXPERIENCED CLARINET PLAYER Would like to play duets with the same. 235-4941 KEYBOARD / SYNTH PLAYER needed now for local established
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15 West Boulevard Parkway The grandly named Boulevard Parkway and West Boulevard Parkway are neither boulevards nor parkways. These two little residential streets off Lake Avenue in the Charlotte neighborhood form a triangle surrounding an ample park, lined by two dozen or so houses. With no through traffic and generous open space, this delightful enclave offers a rare combination of amenities. The houses, mostly built from the late 1920s to the 1940s, represent an eclectic stylistic mix. One of the architectural standouts is the brick and wood house built in 1936 at 15 West Boulevard Parkway. Residential architecture in the 1930s and 1940s typically featured traditional forms, modest Colonial Revival or Tudor Revival detailing, and high-quality workmanship and materials, without closely following any one architectural style; these houses are often given the label “minimal traditional” for their traditional forms and limited ornamentation. This house is embellished by unpretentious Tudor Revival details, including diamond-paned leaded-glass windows, steep gables, and, inside, Tudor arches (a flattened pointed arch). A Kodak vice president was the first of three owners who have lovingly cared for this gem. Subsequent owners have sensitively updated the house for today’s lifestyles; changes have included a large family room addition off the kitchen; an open kitchen/dining room; and a carefully enclosed sun porch, done so beautifully that it looks as if it was always enclosed. Original details such as the Tudor-arched
doorways, built-in cabinetry, and well-maintained hardwood floors abound. The kitchen and dining room have been joined into a huge, open eat-in kitchen/dining area, featuring granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances as well as the original built-in dining room cabinetry. The unusual back yard offers year-round interest and a lovely view. A totally private patio overlooks a beautiful wooded ravine; looking out the family room window, you’d never guess this bucolic scene is in the city. In summer, the woods provide perfect privacy; in winter, a previous owner’s children took advantage of the steep hill to install a rope tow and use their back yard as a ski slope. The partially finished basement has its own fireplace, creating a cozy and very functional space (a former owner used this as a game room and bar). On the second floor are three bedrooms and one full bath; there is also a halfbath adjacent to the family room on the first floor. This 1,999 square-foot house, offered at $159,900, has the winning combination of early-20th century quality and the updates today’s buyers want. Its next owner will surely appreciate the care that has gone into it for the past 75 years. For more information or to schedule a showing, call Robert Blain of Blain Realty at 244-8980. By Katie Eggers Comeau Katie is the architectural historian at Bero Architecture PLLC.
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Legal Ads [ NOTICE ] Notice of Qualification of ARC WGGRCNY002, LLC. Authority filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 01/28/11. Office location: Monroe County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 01/24/ 11. Princ. office of LLC: 106 York Rd., Jenkintown, PA 19046. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Corporation Service Co., (CSC), 80 State St., Albany, NY 12207. DE addr. of LLC: c/o CSC, 2711 Centerville Rd., Ste. 400, Wilmington, DE 19808. Arts. of Org. filed with DE Secy. of State, Div. of Corps., 401 Federal St., Ste. 4, Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: Any lawful activity. [ NOTICE ] Notice of Qualification of ARC WGIRDNY001, LLC. Authority filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 01/28/11. Office location: Monroe County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 01/24/ 11. Princ. office of LLC: 106 York Rd., Jenkintown, PA 19046. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Corporation Service Co., (CSC), 80 State St., Albany, NY 12207. DE addr. of LLC: c/o CSC, 2711 Centerville Rd., Ste. 400, Wilmington, DE 19808. Arts. of Org. filed with DE Secy. of State, Div. of Corps., 401 Federal St., Ste. 4, Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: Any lawful activity. [ NOTICE ] Notice of Formation of CANALSIDE GIFTS LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 01/26/11. Office location: Monroe County. Princ. office of LLC: 106 N. Main St., Fairport, NY 14450. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at the addr. of its princ. office. Purpose: Any lawful activity. [ NOTICE ] Notice of Formation of INDUS REAL ESTATE II LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 02/10/11. Office location: Monroe County. Princ. office of LLC: 1170 Pittsford Victor Rd., Pittsford,
NY 14534. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at the addr. of its princ. office. Purpose: Any lawful activity. [ NOTICE ] Notice of Formation of IH HOLDING I, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 02/10/11. Office location: Monroe County. Princ. office of LLC: 180 Charlotte St., Rochester, NY 14607. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at the addr. of its princ. office. Purpose: Any lawful activity. [ NOTICE OF FORMATION OF 1301 EAST RIDGE ROAD, LLC ] The name of the Limited Liability Company is 1301 East Ridge Road, LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the New York Secretary of State on 01/ 14/2011. The office of the LLC is in Monroe County. The New York Secretary of State is des ignated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The Secretary of State shall mail a copy of such process to 840 Lehigh Station Rd., West Henrietta, NY 14586. The LLC is organized to engage in any lawful activity for which an LLC may be formed under the NY LLC Law. [ NOTICE OF FORMATION OF CHARLES MORGAN ENTERPRISES, LLC ] The name of the Limited Liability Company is Charles Morgan Enterprises, LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the New York Secretary of State on 1/ 21/2011. The office of the LLC is in Monroe County. The New York Secretary of State is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The Secretary of State shall mail a copy of such process to 31 Laconia Pkwy., Rochester, NY 14618. The LLC is orga nized to engage in any lawful activity for which an LLC may be formed under the NY LLC Law. [ NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LAGRANGE AVE., LLC ] LaGrange Ave., LLC was filed with SSNY
on January 13, 2011. Office: Monroe County, SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. P.O. address which SSNY shall mail any process against the LLC served upon SSNY: LaGrange Ave., LLC, 525 Lee Road, Rochester, New York 14606. Purpose is to engage in any lawful activity. [ NOTICE ] Notice is hereby given that license, number not yet assigned, for beer, wine & liquor has been applied for by KELARON, INC dba SALENA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT, 302 N. Goodman St. E103, Rochester, NY 14607 County of Monroe, City of Rochester for a Restaurant. [ NOTICE ] Notice is hereby given that a license number not yet assigned for a full on- premises, liquor, beer and wine license has been applied for by Bowles Enterprises, Inc. dba The Overtime Grill, 610 North Greece Road, Hilton, NY 14468, County of Monroe, Town of Greece, for a restaurant. [ LEGAL NOTICE RIVERSIDE SPECIAL NEEDS APARTMENTS, L.P. ] Notice of Formation: Riverside Special Needs Apartments, L.P. was filed with SSNY on 1/24/ 11. Office: Monroe County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. Principal busi ness address and PO address which SSNY shall mail any process against the LLC served upon him: 1931 Buffalo Road, Rochester, New York 14624. The names and addresses of each general partner are available from the Secretary of State. The partnership is to dissolve no later than 12/31/2111. Purpose is to engage in any lawful activity. [ LEGAL NOTICE CARRIAGE FACTORY SPECIAL NEEDS APARTMENTS, L.P. ] Notice of Formation: Carriage Factory Special Needs Apartments, L.P. was filed with SSNY on 1/ 18/11. Office: Monroe County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. Principal business
address and PO address which SSNY shall mail any process against the LLC served upon him: 1931 Buffalo Road, Rochester, New York 14624. The names and addresses of each general partner are available from the Secretary of State. The partnership is to dissolve no later than 12/31/2111. Purpose is to engage in any lawful activity. [ LEGAL NOTICE TRILLIUM INTERNATIONAL-I CIP, LLC ] Notice of Organization: Trillium International-I CIP, LLC was filed with SSNY on 2/4/11. Office: Monroe County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. PO ad dress which SSNY shall mail any process against the LLC served upon him: 1221 PittsfordVictor Rd., Pittsford, NY 14534. Purpose is to engage in any lawful activity. [ LEGAL NOTICE TRILLIUM INTERNATIONAL-I GP, LLC ] Notice of Organization: Trillium International-I GP, LLC was filed with SSNY on 2/4/11. Office: Monroe County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. PO ad dress which SSNY shall mail any process against the LLC served upon him: 1221 PittsfordVictor Rd., Pittsford, NY 14534. Purpose is to engage in any lawful activity. [ LEGAL NOTICE ] Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC): M. WERKLER PROPERTIES, LLC, Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 02/01/2011. Office Location: Monroe County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: C/O M. WERKLER PROPERTIES LLC, 160 Cedarwood Office Park, Fairport, NY 14450. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. [ NOTICE ] Not. of Form. of RHB Solutions LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with Sec’y of State of NY (SSNY) 1/12/ 11. Office location: Monroe County. SSNY designated as agent
of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: The LLC, PO Box 363, Webster, NY 14580. Purpose any lawful activity. [ NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LLC ] Eyeth, LLC has filed articles of organization with the New York Secretary of State on January 10, 2011 with an effective date of formation of January 10, 2011. Its principal place of business is located at 410 Rush West-Rush Road, Rush, New York in Monroe County. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent upon whom process may be served. A copy of any process shall be mailed to 410 Rush West-Rush Road, Rush, New York 14543. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful ac tivity for which Limited Liability Companies may be organized under Section 203 of the New York Limited Liability Company Law. [ NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY ] HOMETOWN ANTIQUES & PROPERTIES, LLC (“LLC”), has filed Articles of Organization with the NY Secretary of State (“NYSS”) on JANUARY 10, 2011 pursuant to Section 203 of the NY Limited Liability Law. The office of the LLC shall be located in Monroe County, NY. The NYSS is designated as the agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served, and the address to which the NYSS shall mail a copy of any process served on him against the LLC is 2233 Penfield Road, Penfield, NY 14526. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be formed under the law. [ NOTICE OF FORMATION OF MP-OE LLC ] MP-OE LLC filed Arts of Org with NYS on 2/14/11. Its principal office is in Monroe County, New York. The Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) has been designated as its agent and the post office address to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against it is c/o the LLC, 39 Keswick Way,
Fairport, NY 14450. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. [ NOTICE ] Notice of formation of Star Discipline LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Sec’y State of NY (SSNY) on 11/1/10. Office Location: Monroe Cty. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: 11 Holly Circle, Spencerport NY 14559. Purpose: Any lawful activity [ NOTICE ] Notice of Formation of RocMixology, LLC. Arts.. of Org. filed Sec’y of State of NY (SSNY) 11/10/10. Office location: Monroe County, SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 84 High St. Fairport, NY 14450. Purpose: any lawful activities. [ NOTICE ] Notice of Formation of Donovan Properties I, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/3/11. Office location: Monroe County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: c/o The LLC, 246 Hillary Lane, Penfield, NY 14526. Purpose: any lawful activity. [ NOTICE ] Notice of Formation of Donovan Properties II, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/3/11. Office location: Monroe County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: c/o The LLC, 246 Hillary Lane, Penfield, NY 14526. Purpose: any lawful activity. [ NOTICE ] Notice of Formation of PETER T. NOLL LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 01/07/11. Office location: Monroe County. Princ. office of LLC: 556 Chili Ave., Rochester, NY 14611. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 1755 Scottsville-
Mumford Rd., Scottsville, NY 14546. Purpose: Any lawful activity. [ NOTICE ] Notice of Formation of JJP REAL ESTATE, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 01/05/11. Office location: Monroe County. Princ. office of LLC: 2195 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14618. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at the addr. of its princ. office. Purpose: Any lawful activity. [ NOTICE ] Notice of Qualification of Silverthorne Operating LLC. Authority filed with NY Dept. of State on 1/7/ 11. Office location: Monroe County. Princ. bus. addr.: 6120 S. Yale Ave., Ste. 805, Tulsa, OK 74136. LLC formed in DE on 9/9/10. NY Sec. of State designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to: c/o CT Corporation System, 111 8th Ave., NY, NY 10011, regd. agent upon whom pro cess may be served. DE addr. of LLC: 1209 Orange St., Wilmington, DE 19801. Cert. of Form. filed with DE Sec. of State, 401 Federal St., Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: any lawful activity. [ NOTICE ] Notice of Formation of Cumulus Computing LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of N.Y. (SSNY) on January 13, 2011. Office location: Monroe County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon him/her to the LLC. c/o Suite 1400, 183 East Main Street, Rochester, NY 14604. Purpose: Any lawful activity. [ NOTICE ] Name of LLC: The Hotel at Mirror Lake, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with NY Dept. of State on 1/3/11. Office location: Monroe County. Sec. of State designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to: 760 Brooks Ave., Rochester, NY 14619. Purpose: any lawful activity.
[ NOTICE ] Not. Of Form. Of West Side Mobile Services, LLC. Art. Of Org. filed with Sec’y of State (SSNY) 9/24/10. County: Monroe. SSNY is designated Agent of LLC to whom process may be served. SSNY may mail a copy of any process to LLC, P.O. Box 23502, Rochester, NY, 14692. Purpose any lawful activity [ NOTICE ] Notice of Qualification of GLOBAL DIGITAL INSTRUMENTS LLC. Authority filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 01/18/11. Office location: Monroe County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 01/11/11. SSNY des ignated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to c/o Kenton W. Fiske, 151 Perinton Pkwy., Fairport, NY 14450. DE addr. of LLC: c/o Corporation Service Co., 2711 Centerville Rd., Ste. 400, Wilmington, DE 19808. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of DE, 401 Federal St., Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: Any lawful activity. [ NOTICE ] THE MUSIC TREEHOUSE LLC, a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC), filed with the Sec of State of NY on 12/8/10. NY Office location: Monroe County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any pro cess against the LLC served upon him/her to Holley Haynes, 35 Farm Field Ln., Pittsford, NY 14534. General Purposes. [ NOTICE ] Notice of formation of limited liability company (LLC). Name: THYROFF PORTSMOUTH, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on January 21, 2011. Office location: Monroe County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: 16 Van Buren Road, Pittsford, NY 14534. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity. Loren H. Kroll, LLC. [ NOTICE ] Notice of Formation of ATTN Enterprise,
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> page 37 LLC, Art. of Org. filed Sec’y of State (SSNY) 1/7/11. Office location: Monroe County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 1615 Long Pond Rd., Rochester, NY 14626. Purpose: any lawful activities. [ NOTICE ] Notice of Qualification of ARC WGGRCNY001, LLC. Authority filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 01/28/11. Office location: Monroe County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 01/24/ 11. Princ. office of LLC: 106 York Rd., Jenkintown, PA 19046. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Corporation Service Co. (CSC), 80 State St., Albany, NY 12207. DE addr. of LLC: c/o CSC, 2711 Centerville Rd., Ste. 400, Wilmington, DE 19808. Arts. of Org. filed with DE Secy. of State, Div. of Corps., 401 Federal St., Ste. 4, Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: Any lawful activity. [ NOTICE ] Notice of formation of DAMIAN PROPERTIES LLC Arts. of Org. filed with the Sect’y of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/21/ 2011. Office location, County of Monroe. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, 1101 Telephone Road, Rush NY 14543. Purpose: Any lawful act. [ NOTICE ]
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is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon him/her to James Zisovski, 1 Main St., Brockport, NY 14420. General Purposes. [ NOTICE ] Not. of Form. of Senior Home Connection LLC, Art. Of Org. filed NY Sec’y of State (SSNY) 1/27/11 Office Location: Monroe County SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to LLC. 223 Darla Drive, Brockport, NY 14420. Purpose: Any lawful activity [ NOTICE ] Notice of Qualification of CFC Holdings LLC. Authority filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/20/11. Office location: Monroe County. LLC formed in Wisconsin (WI) on 2/23/10. SSNY desig nated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: c/o National Registered Agents, Inc., 875 Ave. of the Americas, Ste. 501, NY, NY 10001, also the registered agent. Principal office address: 2600 Fernbrook Lane, Ste. 138, Plymouth, MN 55447. Address to be maintained in WI: c/o Lakeview Equity Partners, LLC, 700 North Water St., Ste. 630, Milwaukee, WI 53202. Arts of Org. filed with WI Secy. Of State, 345 W. Washington Ave., Madison, WI 53703. Purpose: any lawful activities. [ NOTICE ]
31 ERIE LLC, a domes tic Limited Liability Company (LLC), filed with the Sec of State of NY on 1/18/11. NY Office location: Monroe County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon him/her to James Zisovski, 1 Main St., Brockport, NY 14420. General Purposes.
Notice of Formation of Groove Juice Swing LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/6/11. Office location: Monroe Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: c/o National Registered Agents, Inc., 875 Avenue of the Americas, Ste. 501, NY, NY 10001, also the reg istered agent. Purpose: any lawful activities.
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51 MONROE LLC, a do mestic Limited Liability Company (LLC), filed with the Sec of State of NY on 1/18/11. NY Office location: Monroe County. SSNY
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Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (“SSNY”) on 01/24/2011. Office location: Monroe County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to The LLC, 1500 Jefferson Road, Rochester, New York 14623. Purpose: To engage in any lawful ac tivity. Principal business location: 1500 Jefferson Road, Rochester, New York 14623. [ NOTICE ] Notice of formation of, MAGICAL PHONES, LLC Art. of Organization filed Sec’y of State (SSNY) 12/ 13/10. Office of Location: Monroe County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 45 Exchange Blvd. Rochester, NY 14614. Purpose: Any lawful activity. [ NOTICE ] Notice of Formation of Colossal Coating, LLC, Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 10/ 27/10. Office in Monroe Co. SSNY design. agent of LLC upon whom pro cess may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 129 Roslyn St., Rochester, NY 14619, which is also the principal; location. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. [ NOTICE ] Notice of Formation of Arcuri Contractors, LLC, Art. of Org. filed Sec’y of State (SSNY) 2/4/11. Office location: Monroe County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 45 Waldo Ave., Rochester, NY 14609. Purpose: any lawful activities.
filed with Sec’y of the State of NY (SSNY) 1/31/ 11. County: Monroe. SSNY is designated agent of LLC to whom process may be served. SSNY may mail a copy of any process to LLC, P.O. Box 92614 Rochester, NY 14692.Purpose: any lawful activity. [ NOTICE ] Notice of formation of ILLY LLC, Arts. of Org. filled with NY Sec’y of State (SSNY) on 2/9/11. Office location: in Monroe County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 6 Astronaut Dr. Rochester, NY 14609. Purpose: any lawful activities [ NOTICE ] Notice of Formation of CAMP-ROSSEN LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of N.Y. (SSNY) on 1/19/11. Office location: Monroe County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: c/o Deborah Rossen Knill, 111 Edgemoor Rd., Rochester, NY 14618, registered agent upon whom process may be served. Purpose: any lawful activity. [ NOTICE ] TYMAS ENTERPRISES LLC, a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC), filed with the Sec of State of NY on 1/11/11. NY Office location: Monroe County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon him/her to Robert Cobb, 53 Sanshorn Dr., Rochester, NY 14617. General Purposes. [ NOTICE ]
Notice of Formation of Innovative Contracting Services, LLC, Art. of Org. filed Sec’y of State (SSNY) 2/1/11. Office lo cation: Monroe County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 276 Gnage Lane, Rochester, NY 14612. Purpose: any lawful activities.
Notice of Form. of a Limited Liability Company: WL EVERETT, LLC (the “LLC”). Art. of Org. filed with Secretary of the State of NY (SSNY) on 1/28/11. Office location: Monroe County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 4 Sawyer Lane, Spencerport, NY 14559. Purpose: any lawful purpose.
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Legal Ads by the Supreme Court, Monroe County, on the 15th day of February, 2011, bearing index Number 11/1662, a copy of which may be examined at the Office of the Monroe County Clerk, located at 39 W. Main Street, Rochester, New York, grants me the right to assume the name of Howard Kirschenbaum. My present address is 458 Whiting Road, Webster, NY 14580; I was born on October 6, 1944 in New York, New York; my present name is Howard Glaser- Kirschenbaum. [ NOTICE ] Notice of Formation of TDMS LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 4/02/04. Office location: Monroe County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Steve Licciardello, 8 Wood Duck Run, Spencerport, NY 14559. Purpose: Any lawful activity. [ SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS ] SUPREME COURT STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF MONROE Index No. 2010-15362 ESL Federal Credit Union, Plaintiff vs. Any persons who are heirs of distributees of Jeffrey E. Taylor, Deceased, and all persons who are wives, widows, grantees, mortgagees, lienors, heirs, devisees distrib utees, successors in interest of such of them as may be deceased, and their husbands, wives, heirs, devisees, distributees and successors of interest all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to Plaintiff; Michael Taylor; Megan Hintz; People of the State of New York; United States of America; New York State Commissioner of Taxation and Finance; RM Lemcke Landscape Associates, Inc., d/b/a RM Landscape Industries; Commissioners of the State Insurance Fund; Credit Acceptance Corporation; Rochester City Court; Centurion Capital Corporation; Daimler Chrysler Financial Services Americas LLC; “John Doe” and/or “Mary Roe” Defendants. Location of property to be foreclosed: 128 Glen iris Drive, Town of Henrietta, Monroe County, NY TO THE ABOVE
NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the Plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days after the ser vice of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service. or written (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other man ner than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a Defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service hereof. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgement will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. Monroe County is designated as the place of trial. The ba sis of venue is the loca tion of the mortgaged premises. NOTICE: YOU MAY BE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME. If you do not respond to this Summons and Complaint by serving a copy of the Answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the Answer with the Court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your property. Speak to an attorney or go to Court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the Summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Dated 12/ 23/10. MICHAEL S. SCHNITTMAN, ESQ. Lacy Katzen LLP Attorneys for the Plaintiff Office and Post Office Address 130 East Main Street Rochester, New York 14604 Telephone: (585) 324-5767 NATURE AND OBJECT OF ACTION: The object of the above action is to foreclose a mortgage held by the Plaintiff re corded in the Monroe County Clerk’s Office on November 18, 2003 in Liber 18337 of Mortgages, page 196. TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS, EXCEPT JEFFREY E. TAYLOR, DECEASED,
The plaintiff makes no personal claim against you in this action. To the above named Defendants: The forego ing Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. Elma A. Bellini, a Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, dated January 10, 2011 and filed along with the supporting papers in the Monroe County Clerk’s Office. This is an action to foreclose a mortgage. The premises is described as follows: ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND, situate in the Town of Henrietta, County of Monroe, and State of New York, known and described as as Lot No. 97 of St. Josephs Farm, Section No. 2, as laid down on a map of said farm on file in the Monroe County Clerk’s Office in Liber 114 of Maps, at page 53. Said Lot No. 97 is situate on the southerly side of Glen Drive (formerly William Road) and is 100 feet wide, front and rear, and 184.52 feet deep on its easterly side and 185.55 feet deep on its westerly side, all as shown on said map. Tax Acct No.: 161.19-2-33 Property Address: 128 Glen Iris Drive, Henrietta, New York. [ NEWSPAPER NOTICE ] To: Sharon D. Reyes the forgoing Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, County of Monroe, dated February 3, 2011, and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Monroe, at Rochester, New York. The object of this action is to obtain judgment against the Defendant for an abso lute divorce; that the bonds of matrimony between the plaintiff and the defendant be forever dissolved and for such other, further and different relief as may be just and proper. Dated: February 3, 2011 Rochester, New York Yours, etc. Paul T. Missal, Esq. Pirrello, Missal, Personte & Feder 2040 Ridge Road East Rochester, New York 14622 (585)5447090 Index No.: 10/13063 Date Purchased: 10/7/10 Plaintiff designates Monroe County as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the residence of the Plaintiff.
SUMMONS WITH NOTICE Plaintiff reside at 14 Weeger Street Rochester, New York 14605 County of Monroe SUPREME COURT STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF MONROE FRANKLIN L. REYES, Plaintiff, -vs- SHARON D. REYES, 155 South Logan Street Trenton, NJ 08609 Defendant. ACTION FOR DIVORCE OR OTHER RELIEF TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to serve a Notice of Appearance on the Plaintiff within 20 days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the Day of service (or within 30 days after service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York); and in case of your failure to appear, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the notice set forth below. Dated: October 4, 2010 PAUL T. MISSAL, ESQ. PIRRELLO, MISSAL, PERSONTE & FEDER Attorneys for Plaintiff 2040 Ridge Road East Rochester, NY 14614 Telephone (585)544- 7090 NOTICE: The nature of this action is for absolute divorce between the parties based on the grounds of abandonment of the Plaintiff by the Defendant, pursuant to section 170(2) of the Domestic Relations Law of New York. THE RELIEF SOUGHT: 1. A judgment of absolute divorce in favor of the Plaintiff, dissolving the marriage between the parties in this action; 2 Equitable distribution if all marital property; 3 Incorporating but not merging in the Judgment of Divorce the Monroe County Family Court Order of Support, dated September 26, 2001; 4 Incorporating but not merging in the Judgment of Divorce the Monroe County Family Court Order Directing Custody, dated February 20, 2002; 5. Permission for either party to resume the use of their maiden or any former surnames, should they so desire, upon entry and finality of the Judgment of Divorce, and; 6. For such other and further relief as to the Court may seem just and proper.
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