Beyond Craft at the Mint Museum Uptown

Leatrice S. and Melvin B. Eagle, leading collectors of decorative arts and founding members of the Mint’s Founders Circle, assembled this renowned collection over 53 years.

This is truly the most beautiful exhibit I have ever seen anywhere. I actually got cold chills after viewing this collection of beauty, style and grace. 

The pieces are so very different from one another and the visual sensation of the artistry and composition of each piece tantalizes the senses. 

 The collection will be exhibited through February 22, 2015. 

 

On February 6-8, 2015 the museum will host a panel discussion with the Eagles as well as artists represented in their collection. This is part of a weekend long celebration of the Eagles with support from the Founders Circle. See details of these and other events at mintmuseum.org/happenings.

Interview with Will Fisher of the 48 Hour Film Festival

I am sure you heard Will’s name recently in the local Charlotte papers. He was written up several times due to his production of the 48 Hour Film Festival. He participated in this phenomenal event last year. So this year he decided he would take on the job of producing the event.

Will has made it his ambition to make Charlotte the center of local filmmakers creating national and international films. His desire to promote filmmakers here in Charlotte is broad and far reaching.

So next year look for the 48 Hour Film Festival to be even more exciting than this year, and after viewing the quality of the films this year, that is really saying something. If Will has his way, Charlotte will be on the map as one of the most noticed and recognized film communities in the country.

Will moved to Charlotte in 1998 and married Mandy a few years later. They were expecting their first child at the time of this interview, and I am sure the new arrival is here by now. I cannot say whether it was a boy or girl because they chose not to find out before the birth. To us, that says a lot about who they are.

Also I get the impression they are naturalistic in the lifestyle they lead. Will says they hike and love to be outside. They were married on the Appalachian Trail.

Will’s goal is to create seminars for film makers and show the project’s films in different locations around Charlotte during the next twelve months to keep the momentum going before he produces next year’s 48 Hour Film Project. Every year the films presented will be more powerful than the last.

Will Fisher is an amazing young man and really quite brilliant. We expect to hear a lot from him now and in the future. In a transplant to Charlotte, Will is just what we like to see. For more information contact Charlotte@48hourfilm.com 

Charles Randolph-Wright at Actor's Theatre 10/6 - 10/10

Actor's Theatre of Charlotte would like to announce that Charles Randolph-Wright, director of Broadway's MOTOWN THE MUSICAL, and Grammy Award-winning recording artist, BeBe Winans, will be in residence from October 6th through October 10th to develop their new musical, WHERE WE BELONG. With a book by Mr. Randolph-Wright and music and lyrics by BeBe Winans, this will give local actors an opportunity to work with these internationally renowned artists in their efforts to bring this inspiring true story from the page to the stage.

The workshop will rehearse weeknights on Monday, October 6th through Tuesday, October 9th from 6:00 PM till 10:00 PM with tentative plans to present a private, informal reading the evening of the 9th. Note that while we will be looking to cast as close to type as possible, we are most interested in finding local artists who are eager to be part of the development of this new piece. Although WHERE WE BELONG is a musical, the focus of this reading will be script development. We encourage you to submit even if you're not a singer.

If you would like to be considered, please submit your headshot and resume along with your availability the evenings of the 6th through the 9th to our Producer-In-Residence, Martin Wilkins, at martinw@atcharlotte.org. Also, let us know if you have any availability during the day as well. Mr. Randolph-Wright may be interested in doing additional work if schedules permit.

ABOUT THE PLAY:

This world premiere musical tells the story of music star, BeBe Winans who, along with his sister, CeCe, emerged from the gospel music dynasty, the Winans Family, to have their careers launched by Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker on their enormously successful religious television program, "The PTL Club."

ROLES AVAILABLE:

JIM BAKKER (male, white, 40s)

TAMMY FAYE BAKKER (female, white, 40s)



POP WINANS (male, African-American, late 40s to 50s)

MOM WINANS (female, African-American, late 40s to 50s) 

THE WINANS:

MARVIN (male, African-American, 20s)

RONALD (male, African-American, 20s)

CARVIN (male, African-American, 20s)

MICHAEL (male, African-American, 20s)


HOWARD/ALVIN LOVE (male, African-American, 30s)


PTL SINGERS:

PENNY (female, white, 20s)

JIMMY BOB (male, white, 20s to 30s)

JIMMY RAY (male, white, 20s to 30s)

WHITNEY HOUSTON (female, African-American, 20s)

Back to School! Healthy Breakfast, Lunch, and Snack Ideas for Kids

Fruit salad with oatmeal

by Dilworth Now nutrition columnist Marian Bennett

Back to school once again! Sport practices, homework, and study sessions. The learning has begun and the food choices are just as important as all of the studying that takes place.


Starting off with a hearty and healthy breakfast for anyone going back to school is very important for their success. Children’s brains are developing and increasing with new knowledge and information. Being able to focus in the classroom and do class work can be challenging without proper caloric intake and distribution of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.

Fruit salad with grapes and raisins

Having a hearty breakfast and lunch helps with concentration and studying throughout the day. Having a grab and go breakfast on hand in the mornings is a great idea while waiting for the bus or riding in the car. For those working parents out there, prepping on Sunday can be a great way to make the week easier for getting breakfast on the table and packing lunches.

Waffles

 

Breakfast ideas:

• Scrambled eggs with whole wheat toast and jelly preserves with a glass of milk or water 
• Whole wheat waffles with almond butter topped with smashed banana with a glass of milk or water
• Fruit smoothie including a mixture of frozen berries, pineapple, mango, pineapple, full fat yogurt and some orange juice 
• Blueberry Banana Oat Muffins 

Chicken salad

Lunch ideas:

• Turkey sandwich with lettuce, tomato, mustard and low sodium turkey breast alongside plain or roasted red pepper hummus with whole wheat pita or pretzel chips and carrots or celery 
• Chicken salad with grapes, celery, apples, walnuts, and Greek yogurt coupled with skim string cheese and whole wheat crackers
• Mexican quinoa salad with low sodium black beans, sweet corn, and store-bought pico de galo along with a fruit salad 

Crackers with hummus

Snack ideas:

• Banana with almond, cashew or peanut butter
• Multi-grain crackers with hummus 
• Fruit salad with toasted oatmeal and 2% Greek vanilla or plain yogurt
• 2% plain yogurt as a dip for chopped celery, peppers, carrots, and/or raw broccoli

Come Sit with Me

Come Sit with Me..

There comes a time in your life, when you walk away from all the drama and people who create it. You surround yourself with people who make you laugh.

Forget the bad and focus on the good. Love the people who treat you well, pray for the ones who don't. Life is too short to be anything but happy. 

Falling down is a part of life, getting back up is living.

Quote:

"Today may there be peace within you. May you trust that you are exactly where you are meant to be. May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born in yourself and others. May you use the gifts that you have received and pass on the love that has been given to you. May you be content with yourself just the way you are. Let this knowledge settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love. It is there for each and every one of us."