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May 1 Maternal Metaphors Artist Roundtable Rochester Contemporary (RoCo) hosts “Maternal Metaphors: Artists/Mothers/Artwork”. The exhibit features the work of 14 women artists who are also mothers. A wide range of media including photography, painting, installation, sculpture, and video are used to explore the complexity of motherhood. An artist roundtable discussion will be held at 137 East Avenue, Saturday May 1st at 2 p.m. Joan Saab, Assistant Professor of Humanities, University of Rochester, will be the moderator of the panel which is co-sponsored by the Susan B. Anthony Institute for Gender and Women's Studies. May 7 Our Fragile World 5/7/04-5/8/04 Explore what each of us can do to protect and preserve our natural world. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. May 8 beach walk explore the shore with the author of the Edge Walker's Guide to Lake Ontario Beach Combing-visit a bar ( a barrier bar not one with beer) search for garnets and fools gold with guide Susan P Gateley location start point chimney bluffs wayne county 3 hours 9am contact FLCC 585 394 3500 ext 7666 to register or susan@silverwaters.com www.silverwaters.com for ore information finger lakes community college 4355 lakeshore dr Canadaigua ny 14424 IRISH CEILI DANCE IRISH CEILI DANCE MAY 8TH Rochester, NY--The Boland School of Traditional Irish Dance in conjunction with the Celtic Music Society of East Rochester High School will be hosting an Irish Ceili on Saturday, May 8th, 6 P.M. at East Rochester High School, 200 Woodbine Avenue. This family friendly event will include live performances by the Celtic Music Society, East Rochester’s traditional Irish music ensemble, as well as exhibition dances by the Boland School Irish Dancers. In true Ceili fashion, attendees will also have the opportunity to learn various Irish ceili dances, as the Ceili caller leads this Irish style square dance. Refreshments will be available for purchase and dance instruction will be provided. Come celebrate Irish culture with live music, dancing and fun for the whole family! Admission cost is $5 with a $20 family maximum and children age 5 and younger are free! Tickets are available at the door or at the Irish Import Shops on Ridge Road in Greece and in Pittsford Plaza. Call (585) 392-3478 for more information. #END# Beach Walk Discover and explore the shore of Lake Ontario Saturday 9 to noon starting at Chimney Bluffs State Park with author and professional beach comber Susan Peterson Gateley. copies of the Edge Walkers's Guide to Lake Ontario and the Pebble Pickers Pocket Guide will be available contact Finger Lakes Community College 616 393 7034 continuing education office May 9 Migratory Bird Week 5/9/04-5/15/04 Explore the habits and homes of migratory birds. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Remembrance Gathering for Motherless Children On Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 9th from 2 to 4 p.m., RoCo will host a gathering for adults whom have lost their mothers. The backdrop of the rememberence sharing will be the Maternal Metaphors art exhibit at 137 East Avenue. The event is open to the public at no charge May 15 Spring Public Shoot Who: Alabama Hunt Club What: Spring Public Shoot When: May 15 9-5 May 16 9-3 Where: Lewiston Rd. Alabama NY 1.5 miles east of Rt. 63 and 77 intersection Why: To promote blackpowder shooting Pig Roast on Saturday at 5:00 Contact info; Dennis Davis 585 798-6089 ddlw@bccis.com May 16 Polar Bear Awareness Week 5/16/04-5/22/04 Learn more about polar bears and how they differ from their cousins. Be sure to visit our own polar bears and watch them swim and play. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Family Fun! Cummings Nature Center Come join the Single Parents Association of Rochester as we have a fun filled time at the Cummings Nature Center. The event will be on May 16,2004 from 2PM to 5PM. If you have any questions, please contact: Single Parents of Rochester PO Box 93336 Rochester, NY 14692 (877) 727-0025 email: info@SPARochester.org Web: www.SPARochester.org Mother/Child/Art Exploration Sunday, May 16th from 2 to 4 p.m. mothers and children are invited to use the artwork to examine their relationships together during the Mother/Child Art Exploration at Rochester Contempoary, 137 East Avenue. The artwork will serve as a catalyst for informal discussions and questions about the dynamics between mothers and children. Because of the nature of some of the artwork, this event may not be suitable for children under 12. May 20 Hickey Freeman / Bobby Jones Warehouse Sale One of the most eagerly anticipated events in Rochester, The Hickey Freeman Warehouse Sale runs 5/20-5/23/04. Luxury suits regularly retailing from $895-1250 and up are featured at 299.99-499.99. Similar savings on Sportcoats and trousers all made in Rochester. Hickey Freeman sportswear and Bobby Jones luxury golf wear is also available at up to 70% off retail. Sale hours: Thurs,Fri 10AM-8PM, Sat 10AM-6PM, Sunday 12-5PM. Location: 20 Carlson Road at Blossom Road, Rochester, NY Checks,Visa, MasterCard, American Express Only All sales final, no refunds, credits, exchanges May 21 Support Group Meeting Join the Single Parents of Rochester for our monthly support group meeting. Location - TBA May 21, 2004 Please contact us: Single Parents of Rochester PO Box 93336 Rochester, New York 14692 (877) 727-0025 Email: info@SPARochester.org Web: www.SPARochester.org May 28 Contemporary Music for Japanese Koto Title: Contemporary Music for Japanese Koto Full description: A concert of new music for the Japanese koto with violin, flute, and clarinet. Music of Japanese and American composers. Ryuko Mizutani, koto. Event sponsor: First Universalist Church Music Committee Date and time: May 28, 8:00 p.m. Location: First Universalist Church, 150 S. Clinton Ave., Rochester. Directions: Downtown Rochester, corner of Clinton and Court St. Contact information including Telephone number: 585-224-0349 Debra McCullough, 610 Hazelwood Terrace, Rochester 14609 debbiemc@frontiernet.net |