July 21, 2006

Uncanny and Ukelicious

If you're looking for something to do tonight, head over to Uncanny Inspirado, the fringe art extravangza that's taking over half of Warehouse Row.

And beforehand, be sure to check out the A-MAZING Jake Shimabukuro as he takes over Nightfall.

You can also see him do "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" here.

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March 15, 2006

Free Caffeine

Starbucks is offering complimentary coffee until noon in an effort to counter McDonald's new line of gourmet coffees.

The promotion may be a nationwide blitz, but it wasn't exactly being heralded at the company's Broad Street location. There were no signs outside the shop or at the counter, and the line at 11:25 consisted of... me. I asked the barista if they were still offering free cups; he nodded and poured me a cup of the house blend. And that was it. I felt somehow let down: if I'm going to take part in a corporate gimmick, I would at least like to be congratulated for my savvy with some balloons. Still, the coffee was hot, and they had plenty of cream. This strikes me as a success.

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March 14, 2006

Meet the Finalists

The public is invited to the Chattanoogan today and tomorrow at 4 p.m. to meet the finalists for Hamilton County Schools Superintendent. Dr. Jim Scales is in town today. Dr. Bruce Harter will be here tomorrow.

(Here is this week's full schedule of related events.)

The Hamilton County School Board is scheduled to make their decision this Thursday at 3 p.m. at Tyner Academy.

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March 03, 2006

Know When to Walk Away, and Know When to Run

Riverbend officials have announced that this year's Old Dude(s) Playing With The CSO -- a title previously held by the Temptations, Randy Newman and Michael McDonald -- will be Kenny Rogers.

I'd like you to think about this.

"Islands in the Stream." With a full string section.

"Ruby, Don't Take Your Love to Town." Accompanied by woodwinds.

"The Gambler." With a harp.

Be afraid. Be very afraid.

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February 15, 2006

Los Lonely Boys to Play Riverbend

Thoughts?

(Check out the Riverbend site for the latest news.)

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