Friday, April 15, 2011

Destination YS


Arts & Culture

Opening Reception of "In Color"
Friday, April 15, 6-9p
YSAC Gallery, 309 Xenia Ave
The exhibit features richly-colored portraits of flowers and birds created by local photographer Steve J. Lord. Extended gallery hours Saturdays, 10 a.m.- 1 p.m., April 16, 23, 30, May 7 and 14.

The Cherry Orchard
Friday & Saturday, April 15 and 16, 8pm
First Presbyterian Church, 314 Xenia Ave.
The Yellow Springs Players performance of an abridged version of Anton Chekhov's The Cherry Orchard featuring music from the Dayton Mandolin Orchestra. Proceeds benefit improvements to the performance space. Tickets are $10 at the door.

Springs' FAM-JAM
Saturday, April 16, 3pm - 12am
Antioch Amphitheatre, 795 Corry Street
In case of rain Antioch South Gym.
Soul Rebels, Wheels, Blue Moon Soup, Kris Hanson Solo Act, Sport Fishing USA, Kuan. $3 adv/ $5 door. All ages. All proceeds benefit YSHS arts program.

YSKP Housewarming Celebration
Saturday, April 16, 7pm
910 Corry St.
$55/person includes 1 beverage; or
Enjoy a Performance Celebration, Good food and beverages, Dancing with DJ Dr Falafel.

Dayton Mandolin Orchestra Concert
Sunday, April 17, 4pm
First Presbyterian Church, 314 Xenia Ave.
Proceeds benefit the improvements to Westminster Hall.
Admission is $10; children are free with an adult.


Nature & Recreation

Kids Wellness Day Celebration
Saturday, April 16, 11am - 3pm
YS Community Childrens' Center, 320 Corry Street
Learn about healthy habits, stress-handling techniques, great nutrition, and tips to raise strong, happy, healthy, high-functioning children; talk to local professionals about ideas for your child to positively navigate through stress, emotions, & developmental changes as they grow. For Info - 767-7251

In Glen Helen

Saturday, April 16
Full Moon Hike
9-10:30 pm; Yellow Springs Parking Lot off of St. Rt. 343.

Wildflower Hike
1 pm; 2 hour, moderate intensity. Trailside Museum.

Raptor Center Earth Day Program
2-4 pm; Release of a red-tailed hawk; Raptor Center, St. Rt. 343

Sunday, April 17

Vernal Pool Exploration Hike
9-10:30 pm; explore pools and springs; Trailside Museum


Coming up Next Weekend

Glen Helen Earth Day 5k
Saturday, April 23, 8:30am
Outdoor Education Center
Race, Run, Walk, but don't miss our first annual 5K for all ages and abilities. Youth race at 8:30. 5k run at 9am, winding through the Glen; award ceremony with chili and cookies by the Outdoor Education Center. Race day registration opens at 7am for $25.

Earth Day Green Fair
Saturday, April 23, 12-5 pm
Glen Helen Building - 405 Corry St.
20 Booths · Kids Activities · Face Painting · Bike Clinic

Earth Day Wood Firing Celebration
Saturday, April 23, 7:30pm
John Bryan Community Pottery, 100 Dayton St.

Dedication & Refreshments. Kiln loading and stoking all weekend.


The Soldier's Tale
Saturday, April 23, 7:30 pm
Antioch College South Gym
Music, Dance, Theatre Performance

Young's Dairy Easter Egg Hunt
Sunday, April 24, 2 pm
Udders & Putters Driving Range
Over 4,000 eggs. Show up early - this is a popular event.

April 15 Weekend
Entertainment



Peach's Grill
9 am - 2:30 am, Music 10p
Friday - Sawgrass ($5)
Saturday - Fnu Lnu, Ocean Ghosts
and Tyrd Fyrgysyn the MasterXploders. ($6) Greenon
High Night; bring proof of
graduation for free admittance.
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Sunrise Cafe
Martini & Tapas Bar
Friday & Saturday
9:00 pm - 2:30 am
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Little Art Theatre
Cedar Rapids
The People Speak
Saturday, 3pm Free Screening
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Local Food Brandeberry Winery
5118 W. Jackson Rd.
Wine for tasting & purchase.
Open Th, Fr, Sa at 12pm

Farmer's Markets
Kings Yard & Corner Cone
Saturdays, 7am - 12pm
Both on Walnut St.

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