Briefs 9-26-08

"Artisans Road Trip: Before and After," currently on display at Arts on Grand, showcases over twenty-five of the regional artists involved in Artisans Road Trip 2008, which takes place on the weekend of Oct. 4--5. The artists reception for the exhibit will be at 5-6:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 26, with a gallery talk at 5:30 p.m. The public is cordially invited to come and meet some of the artists for conversation and refreshments.

New car show at Southpark Mall

H & N Chevy, Asher Motor Company, Don Pierson Ford and Motor Inn of Spencer will have new cars at the Southpark Mall in south Spencer today through Sunday. Sept. 26-28. This is a great opportunity for the public to see the newest line of automobiles.

Shaky Tree concerts this weekend

Shaky Tree Coffee will be hosting two concerts this weekend. First, tonight, come enjoy Spencer native, Amber Norgaard. Described as the love child of Natalie Merchant and Sarah McLachlan, Amber stuns audiences with her big voice and dynamic energy. On Saturday night critically acclaimed singer/songwriter Mat d. will take the stage. He delivers his lyrical themes in an acoustic blues, old time country and hard luck Americana fashion. Both concerts begin at 8 p.m.

* There is a $5 suggested donation to go directly to the artists.

Spencer area Farmers Market

The Spencer area Farmers Market will be held every Wednesday and Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to noon in the Southpark Mall parking lot. Come see the homegrown, fresh produce for sale.

Café Accordion Orchestra at AOG

Dan Newton will bring his Café Accordion Orchestra to Arts on Grand in downtown Spencer for a special concert at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 27. Café Accordion Orchestra (CAO) performs an eclectic mix of vintage Swing, Latin, American, and French Café Music. Their music evokes the repertoire of the Bal Musette orchestras that were popular in Parisian cafés and bistros in the 1920s through the 1950s. The heart of this repertoire is the romantic gypsy-influenced valse-musette, or swing waltz. CAO complements the musettes with swing, ballads, tangos, paso dobles, boleros, rumbas, and cumbias to create a wonderfully varied show. This concert is the first of a series combining some of the features of house concerts with a gallery setting at Arts on Grand. Like house concerts, gallery concerts are relatively informal and provide an opportunity for members of the audience to mingle with the artists. Guests are invited to bring a beverage of their choice as well as a snack to share.

* A $10--$15 donation is requested, with all proceeds going to the artists.

Angel Food Ministry orders

The First Christian Church at 701 E. 18th St., Spencer is hosting the Angel Food Ministry. From 9-11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27 you can pick up the food that your ordered in August and order for the next month. You can order boxes of food that contain fresh meats, fresh or frozen fruits & vegetables, & staple items at an extremely low price! This is not "day-old" or "outdated" food. Each box contains approximately $65 worth of groceries for only $30. Other order dates are Wednesday, Oct. 8 from 6-8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 11 from 5-7 p.m., and on Sunday, Oct. 12 from 9-10 a.m. and 12-1 p.m. You will be able to pick up the food ordered, on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 9-11 a.m.. Each month you will have an opportunity to order food.

* If you have any questions or would like to look at the menu, visit http://www.spencerdisciples.org/ministri....

Rumours: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

Wild Rose Casino and Resort in Emmetsburg, Iowa announces Rumours: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac to perform at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27. Rumours have a history of entertaining audiences from all over Canada and the United States of America. They are the original, most successful and longest running tribute to Fleetwood Mac in Canada.

* Tickets are on sale now and are available for purchase through the Player's Club at Wild Rose Casino & Resort in Emmetsburg, by calling toll free 1-877-720-ROSE or online at www.wildroseresorts.com.

VFW pancake breakfast

The Clay County VFW Post 3159 will host a pancake breakfast from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 28. Pancakes, eggs, sausage or ham, coffee and juice will be served for a free will donation. The public is welcome.

3rd Annual Buddy Walk Sunday

The Northwest Iowa Down Syndrome Society will host its Third Annual Buddy Walk Sunday, Sept. 28 at Call State Park, located just south of Algona off of Hwy 169. Registration and silent auction begins at 1:30 p.m. with the Buddy Walk starting at 2:30 p.m. Ice cream social along with a performance by our featured guest, Denise Shipler, follows at 3 p.m. Registration and the ice cream social take place at Call State Park's log cabin-style lodge; outdoor activities will take place on the lawn just outside of the lodge, and the walk will be on a paved road in front of the lodge.