INTERESTING THINGS HAPPENING IN THE GSO-TRIAD

Welcome back to "Interesting Things Happening In The GSO!"

Locally here in the GSO's Aycock Historic District is a small eclectic coffee house whose praises are sung by the local Jazz lovers and networking group headed up by Ms. Audretta Hall who enjoys ambiance, flavor and melodic flows of Jazz. Be sure and stop by the "Coffee at the Summit" 623 Summit Ave. Greensboro, NC 27405
Phone (336) 275-0642 Hours Monday - Thursday 7am - 8pm /Friday 7am - 10pm /
Saturday 8am - 10pm.

UPCOMING NETWORKING EVENTS

September 21, 2009 - Big event for the Triad Poetry Meetup. The Greensboro Public Library is sponsoring this Open Mic 7 PM (come in the Library and make an immediate right into the corridor of meeting rooms) Greensboro Central Library, Church Street (downtown) This is a free event! Come out and enjoy, refreshments will be served.
(Attire-casual) Please bring a non-perishable food item to be donated to Greensboro Urban Ministries as a part of Poetry with a Purpose. Poetry with a Purpose is organized by The Princess of Poetry to give back to the communities in which we live and perform. For more information email -- theprincessofpoetry@gmail.com.

September 21, 2009 - Join the Friends of the UNCG Libraries Book Discussion to discuss John Grisham's The Innocent Man with sociology professor Saundra Westervelt. To register for this season's book discussions, please register at www.library.uncg.edu/fol/register/ The book discussions are free and open to the public on a space-available basis.

September 21, 2009 6:30pm - Dance Pre-Audition Interest Meeting! Come prepared to learn a DANCE! Where: 4425 Rehobeth Church Road. Greensboro, NC 27406. (Faith Wesleyan Church) What and Who: Art.Truth.Life is a contemporary art-fusion ministry based in Greensboro, NC seeking STREET “hip-hop” DANCERS (with acrobatic ability) and MODERN DANCERS for the 2009-2010 seasons. Those seeking to audition should have the ability adapt to various choreographic styles and formats. Dancers should also enjoy helping others and have a basic understanding of the Christian faith. Please bring a copy of your resume/bio (if available, but not required) and headshot.

September 23, 2009 - BPW (Business Professional Women) - Join this delightful group of women at the Moose Cafe located at the Piedmont Triad Farmers Market off of Sandy Ridge Road at 6PM-8:30pm. This will be a night of networking, information gathering on jobs with the TSA/Airport, as well as learning about a Hidden History in the Piedmont Triad with Alice E. Sink (mentions of Ella Fitzgerald, Duke Ellington, and O'Henry to name a few).

September 24, 2009 - The Greensboro Children's Museum will have a special groundbreaking ceremony for its new Edible Schoolyard on Thursday at 4pm. Alice Walters, renowned chef, author and Slow Food activist, will serve as a special guest at the ceremony. The Edible Schoolyard at the Museum, scheduled to open in the spring of 2010, will feature an outdoor gardening classroom, teaching kitchens, organic vegetables, herbs and fruits and edible flowers.


September 24, 2009 - Cold Stone Creamery® invites ice cream lovers to experience the joy of ice cream at a nostalgic event that promises wholesome family entertainment, fun activities and lots of ice cream.

September 25, 2009 – 6pm-7pm Ten Thousand Villages Drum Circle invites you to join Mark Rabinovitz in the Drum Circle. He will lead a drum circle for anyone and everyone who wants to participate. All ages and levels of experience welcome. Bring your own drum, or use one of theirs for Free.

September 26, 2009 - Auditions are scheduled for Saturday- location to be announced at pre-audition INTEREST MEETING (mandatory) on Monday, September 21, 2009. For questions, please email Kimberlyatinfo@arttruthlife.com about this great volunteer opportunity

September 26, 2009 - Tate Street Festival 2009! Capoeira and World Dance performed by Three Graces Entertainment, Drums, Belly Dancing, and Mayasta Rhythm Band, Mister Mystic Magic, Jugglers, even more fun for the whole Family!! It is FREE!!

September 26, 2009 - Pretty in Pink Skirt! Magazine Pamper yourself and join skirt! For Pretty in Pink, where your donations will go directly to the Women’s Only Mammography Fund, providing mammograms to women right here in your community. For your generosity, you’ll enjoy freebies and coupons courtesy of dozens of area businesses who are all about you – your body, mind and soul. Gather up the girls, give back, and get a little something for yourself in return. Who knew charity could be so much fun?


September 26, 2009 – Studio B, 520 S. Elm St. Greensboro, NC 10am to 1pm, Fall into the Season--Women Networking Vendor Event We are featuring the fall clothing line of local designer Rosalyn Womack. This is a women only vendor show. Other participating vendors: Xango, Essential Bodywear, Pearl's Catering, MediaReel Productions, Momma's Homemade Desserts. For additional information contact 336-608-9547 or 336-508-0823. Admission is Free

September 27, 2009 – Action Greensboro Sundays in the Park - Center City Park will host “Sundays in the Park” - September’s Sunday in the Park will feature hands-on fun from the Greensboro Children’s Museum as well as music by Greensboro’s Community Choirs. Musical performances will be provided by three of Greensboro’s Community Choirs – the American Express Employees Gospel Choir, the Golden Triad Chorus of Sweet Adelines International and the Triad Pride Men’s Chorus. The 2009 Sunday's in the Park at Center City Park spotlights selected community resources each Sunday - bringing a new dimension to the family-friendly events - in addition to bands, crafts, and children's activities! For upcoming Sundays in the Park dates and information, visit www.centercitypark.org. Sponsored by Radio Disney and Smile Starters.

September 27, 2009 - Rejoice WRJD 1410AM Gospel Skate night will be on Sunday, from 5:30-7:30At Skate land USA off of Church Street, Greensboro


September 30, 2008-September 30, 2009 - Pink in the park is a free Breast Cancer Awareness Event that will be held at Center City Park in downtown Greensboro. This event will educate those who attend about women's health issues with a focus on breast health issues. There will be radiologists, physicians, and breast cancer survivors available to answer questions. At the event there will be a fashion show, free chair massages, music and much more.