Cumberland Times-News - Entertainment

Rocky Gap Car Show
Antique cars and trucks from Maine to Florida will be making their way to Rocky Gap State Park next week for the National Eastern Antique Auto Club of America Spring Meet.
Tri-State Concert Association announces lineup for 2009
The Tri-State Concert Association has come up with another great six-show Rock 'n' Roll concert series featuring 10 performances by legendary entertainers of the 1950s and '60s.
As loved ones age, it's time for a little payback
Today's column is dedicated to my mother, and to Jean, and to Les, and to so many other elderly folks I know that I just can't name them all.
Musician/comedian will appear at The Church Triumphant
Larry DeLawder, a musician, singer, songwriter and comedian, will appear at The Church Triumphant, Route 2, Ridgeley, on May 18 at 6:30 p.m.
FSU Hosts 2008 Savage Mountain Summer Arts Academy
Frostburg State University will host the 2008 Savage Mountain Summer Arts Academy. The academy offers a variety of programs for students entering grades nine through 12.
BlueHighways TV arrives for Atlantic Broadband viewers in Cumberland area
BlueHighways TV has arrived for cable television viewers in the Cumberland area, and the network that explores the people, stories, traditions and music of America is joining with local cable provider Atlantic Broadband to celebrate as sponsors of the DelFest 2008 family-friendly roots music festival, May 23-25 at the Allegany County Fairgrounds in Cumberland.
'Camelot' at Allegany a perfect place for 'happily-ever-aftering'
Allegany High School's Drama Department reminds us that there once was a place where "summer lingers through September" and "no winter until December" ... a perfect paradise for "happily-ever-aftering" known as "Camelot."
'Romeo and Juliet'
Students in Nathan Chesky's junior English class at Mountain Ridge High School had a blast performing a scene from Shakespeare.
Loy Foundation books comedy acts for May 2 at Bottling Works
In response to a audience requests to bring some comedy to The Bottling Works, The Loy Foundation is presenting two decidedly different groups on May 2 at 8 p.m. - Richmond, Va.-based Special Ed and the Shortbus, with the New York-based Two Man Gentlemen Band opening the show.
Del McCoury finalizes plans for inaugural DelFest
Bluegrass master Del McCoury has finalized plans for his inaugural DelFest, scheduled for May 23 through 25 at the Allegany County Fairgrounds.
Full slate of interpretive programs open to public at pristine area in Aurora
Cathedral State Park has a full line of outdoor activities this spring that are open to the public. “We’re encouraging exploration of the natural wonders at this pristine area of West Virginia,’’ says Park Ranger Mike Powell.Cathedral State Park has a full line of outdoor activities this spring that are open to the public. “We’re encouraging exploration of the natural wonders at this pristine area of West Virginia,’’ says Park Ranger Mike Powell.
Cass Railroad, Cathedral Park ushering in spring
The thrill of a train ride, the trill of bird calls and the tranquil beauty of spring flowers are all packed into the Whistles, Wings and Wildflowers Weekend at Cass Railroad State Park in Pocahontas County Friday through Sunday, May 30 — June 1.
16th annual Spring Mountain Festival gets rolling today in Petersburg
The 16th annual Spring Mountain Festival, sponsored by the Grant County Chamber of Commerce, will be held in Petersburg today, tomorrow and Sunday with many activities planned.
Third-grader at Bishop Walsh selected as top young playwright
Holden DeMartino, a third-grader at Bishop Walsh School, is among students from across Maryland selected by Centerstage as Young Playwrights Festival winners for his original play, titled "Pink."
LaVale teenager finalist in recipe contest for young cooks
Jessica Burks, 14, of LaVale is one of five aspiring child chefs who will compete Saturday morning for the title of top Kitch'N Kid in Giant and Martin's Kitch'N Kids with 3-A-Dayª of Dairy recipe contest.
Saturdays Live! at Canal Place format changes
The Summer in the City music series in downtown Cumberland has always included great music on Saturday evenings at Canal Place. This year will be no different, except for the fact that a few changes have been made.
On June 14, it's all about the flag (and our troops and veterans)
To celebrate the American flag, the country, and the men and women who served and are serving under that flag, the Deep Creek Lake area and Garrett County will hold its fourth annual "Flag on Mountain Maryland" ceremony on Flag Day, June 14, at Wisp Resort.
Island Music
The Short Gap Lions Club will host a free concert provided by the Frankfort Middle School Steel Drum Ensemble as a fund raising activity for the West Virginia Lions Campaign SightFirst II program.
Crystal Ballroom opens
Nancy Lepley’s mother recalls those days in the 1950s when the Elks would hold its Charity Ball on three floors of its building. A different band and genre on each, her mother, Cleo Knippenberg, often found herself on the third floor. There’s no doubt that Knippenberg, now 90, has passed on her love of dance to her daughter, who is preparing to open Lepley’s Crystal Ballroom on the same floor her mom once danced.
Big Band Sound
The Cumberland Area All-Star High School Big Band, featuring students from Allegany, Boonsboro, Frankfort, Mountain Ridge, Musselman and Smithsburg high schools, practice for a Friday performance at Windsor Hall.

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