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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1984-08-22, Page 24• r JAN`'li`l tunu,Stiat band'ente� Tr Haven this past: weekend. This . ; . has e r fo 3 e _. ust "our ire ar Ineeltitog the. . r 1.3!, .ars$.... Y • high school dropouts 'from Toronto. who wanted all exciting life. 'The members are Martin Webb (guitars, voo �paals);, John I annab (drums, lead vocals),. Patricia Warden (bass, vocals and a great laugh) and Regi -Mental Denis (lead guitar, ead • vocals). Who or what is this group? 1ny, they're Crackers. Crackers has seen a lot of the road. "We've gone coast to coast nine times," boasted Reg. Allow me to describe this pian. He's fairly tall, broadly built. His most interesting feature is his head, which, has a certain sheen. This is due to his Kojak hairstyle, ac- companied by a lengthy reddish -brown beard. When dressed for stage in army fati- gues, wearing worn black running shoes he simultaneously resembles Igor from the Hilarious House of-Frightenstein. However, his demented appearance is partly a sham. Reg has .good business acumen, for he owns his own recording label, Lunatic Records, which has Cracked, and a new band called Vinyl Jungle on its roster. He also owns his own equipment, which is not common among bar bands. �c$aers. perform, a� majoritytheir work (doing �som•covers), mostly material from their; two albums Choice .Cuts and Herd O "'. However, the), else vial slangs from their Yet to *released *lush . Yet being Producedby Ian Thomas,which, be released m the ll,S.A:,. Of their audiences, Reg. spoke affir- matively. "Theyare veryfriendly. people. They like, to dance. Theyl shake our hands when (We come offstage. When ;asked if Crackers had ever had an unresponsive au- dience, he replied, "In Lethbridge, Alberta. But by the end of the second night we had them rock `n' rollin' in the aisles." With•Reg involved in music so seriously, it only makes sense that Crackers has been making videos (they've had one out before) for two songs on the new album. From what I've seen of Crackers live, their videos should go over well. Their show started off with Hard On You. Here, the audience saw the first of many slides that added to the band's visual presentation. One of the high points in the first set was the new material. Living in America started with a solid bass rad, continued with strong vocals, and generally hung together well. Fly Like the Wind had effective quadruplex vocals. Usually, in a song like this the be p 'y ado,49014,400,1*a 11 $1.34 but the:Craekers'v eeals.did. The.seeixdset was generallyc r Hannahslid rost of the vocal ,wor voice isineflXfiexiib1ea �eechoedk< Idol's snarl,in libel Yell and Keliny lams chant;, in Footloose as close to pe ec- tion es possible. The other performers wer' more at ease; Pat boogied a bit, Mar,, a quiet fellow, danced by himself. By the end of the gig,people were dancing and clapping along to the music. Another successful con- cert. Bands in general are like people - no two are alike, but most have interesting features.. Crackers hag three -a female bass 1 player (a tall, but- petite woman who likes pink), a drummer with exceptional mimicry abilities (who was formerly with Terry Crawford) and the most bizarre band leader I've seen in a while ( under all that,make-up Boy George is normal). When asked for some profound words, John Hannah instantly responded with • "whales are wild and. deep." Reg smiled with that mad glint in his eye. "I love full. moons on Friday nights." These words may not save the world, but what can you expect they're Crackers! Nostalgia to be presented at the Livery GODERICH — Suppose you fell asleep one day and awoke to find yourself in the 1840s! Think of the people you would meet, the places you would go and the things you do! That is exactly what happens to Karen Ferguson, a. 17 -year-old student, and her adventures and experiences with the. Huron County residents of 1845 are. the subject of the exciting historical play,, "NOSTALGIA", being presented Aug. 23, 24 and 25 at the Livery Theatre' in Goderich. Karen finds herself in the midst of barn dances, chivarees, quilting bees and even a , Temperance meeting! She meets many in- teresting characters - both factual and fic- tional, and even gets to play `cupid' in a nineteenth century romance. NOSTALGIA is more than just a play set in this area 140 years ago. Written and researched by four students on an Experience '84 project - Kathy MacDonald, Elizabeth Frayne, Kent Milburn and Heather -Ann Stapleton - 'per, - formed , by these four and other area volunteers, NOSTALGIA, is sure to be ap- pealing entertainment for children and adults, not only from Huron County, but everywhere! Get your tickets in advance and save call- ing 524-6262, 529-7664 or 482-3233 or drop m at The Livery, 35 South St:, Goderich, and stay for a tour of the recently renovated building. HAPPY 35TH ANNIVERSARY Stan and Evelyn, Vanderwal on August 25, 1984 With love from all of us: John & Melody; Fred, Arlene & Matthew; Glen, Gail & Michelle; Wayne; David. The Family of Carol and Gerald McDowell o-' invite yOt1 tit join them September 1, 1984 at the Brussels ('ommunit y Gent re to celebrate their parents' 4 25th Wedding Anniversary . I )ancing 9-1 am Music hv: "Anything ( i1 reps" Tickets are advance: adults' $4, students seniors $3 and children 12 and under $1; and at the door: adults $5, students and seniors $3.50, and children $1.50. Doors open 7:30 p.m. and showtime is 8 p.m. The play will also be featuring the "No Notes Jug Band"! Everyone is urged to come and have a look ( and a few laughs) at Huron County's past! Circus has non-stop action Garden -Brothers International Circus will be featured at .the Western Fair during six performances on the opening weekend. Show times are 2, 7 and 9 p.m. on Saturday, September 8 and 2130, 5 and 8 p.m. on Sun- day, September 9. The circus is non-stop action with appeal for everyone from 2 to 92, and this year's show brings to London some of the newest and brightest circus talent in the world. 1'ncluded are the Tangier Troupe, a com- HAPPY BIRTHDAY SHARON! pany of authentic Moroccan tumblers; the Flying LaRays, a breathtaking trapeze act; the fearless and daring Andre with his Serengetei lions; Erna's Comic Chimps, a spectacular aerial production entitled - "Hooray for Hollywood";' boxer dogs who actually play football — with balloons! and the one and only Scott's Unridable Mule from London, England. All shows are free to fairgoers, included with grounds admission. from Dusty, Gramps and the other twin 2 5TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY for Dave and Marie Middleton SEPTEMBER 1 9 PM -1 AM Best wishes- only please For more information, 482-99.15 HAPPY 26Th H.H. from all the family Hay Township Recreation is sponsoring a MYSTERY BINGO Every other Thursday Next bingo Thursday, Aug. 23 (Ise Surface) Zurich Community Centre Jackpot: $500, must go • 4 flash games Bonanza Prize • 1 early bird Flow over 51100 • 10 regular games to 57 calls during this • 1 mystery prize bingo OVER $1500 in cash prizes Bring your dabbers Doors open at 6:45 p.m. Bingo starts at 7:45 p.m. ALL PROCEEDS for "NEW" BALL DIAMOND No one under 16 allowed to play Crackers 1 HALL FOR RENT at Vanastra Recreation Centre 482.3544 Dances, Weddings and Receptions etc,, ,4o,.Qx,0"x4x49-3440xOx.OvO 40x•0 We welcome new exhibitors at MITCHELL FAIR prize lists available at Stacey Bros., Betty's Hardware, T -D Bank, Bank of Commerce, Bank of Montreal, Credit Union or the Secretary. GSAa ,0vct t;&o�\ QS�a�G�`a�0< ‘.4000, ° ', P P ave' 0 Avekt• 1•)`•,,049-P, 44pyoOP. 1jIN 'a. ''°‘ OQ����115 0%444P' t- �`Sb� Actioninu nothiUg happens* the Blyth Testiyalii after raid-Septeznber when.e Simmer theatre season .closes, you are, in, for a nice surprise! This Fall, and Spring, the Festival has three different entertainment series to tempt you: Popular Music, Classical Music, and Children's events, These Fall/Sprg series kick off on Fri- day, September 21 with the first, Popular Music event: a coacert by Sylvia Tyson. Manyafternoons and evenings of fun and entetainment follow with , all events scheduled during the'bettter weather" months and with early curtain times. Subscriptions for these Fall/Spring series are selling quickly—they have already pass- ' ed the halfway mark! Subscription tickets give you great savings (25.30. per cent over single ticket Dime.%onrl first ehninr. of BEp„ f0C APPEARING THIS WEEKEND The WHOligans IN CONCERT —This Wednesday, Aug. 22 - DAVID WILCOX —Tuesday, August 28 - TORONTO —Wednesday, Sept. 5— KIM MITCHELL BAND [formerly of Max Webster] —Wednesday, Sept.-19— MacLean & MacLean (Backup by THE DANCE BAND) TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR ABOVE CONCERTS seals, To ensure best selection, buy your subscripti, now–single tickets go on sale September 17. A special event this Fall is 'heatre Passe Muraille's production Alligator Pie on Friday,Seppeuber 28. riliigadlis and children alike, this delightful adaptation of Dennis Lee's best-selling book 'returns to Blyth for one day only to kick off a national tour. While this production is not part of a subscription series, Cfuldreti's Series holders will get $1 off the. regular price of $4.50. Tickets for Alligator Pie are available now. Pick up a brochure on the Fall/Spring series at the Blyth Festival today or call the Box Office at (519) 523-9300 or 523-9225 for details. CONTEST RULESJ for Tuckersmith Sesquicentennial Quilt Contest 1. The quilt must commemorate Tuckersmlth's sesquicentennial heritage and may incorporate the new logo. 2. A$2.00entry fee, which Is non-refundable must be enclosed with entry form no later than December 31, 1984., 3. Quilts must be double bed size; no larger than 200cmx250cm. - 4. Participants may use any traditional methods I.e. piecework, applique or embroidery. 5. All entrants must be Tuckersmith residents, or former residents. 6. Kits are not acceptable. 7. Prizes will be awarded as follows: First Prize - S500.00; Second Prue- $100.00; Third Prize - $75.00 All other entrants will receive $10.00 8. First prize quilt becomes the property of the committee. 9. Judges will be qualified quilt judges, chosen from outside the township. 10. Winners will be announced at a ceremony June 29, 1985. 11. Quilts will be completed by June 15, 1985. 12. Quilts will not be returned to 'their owners before the end of the exhibition June 30, 1985 et 4 p.m. 13. Quilts will be judged as follows: 50% quality of workmanship; 25% on excellence of design; 25% on representation of Tuckersmlth's sesquicentennial. 14. Groups or Individuals may. participate. Entry forms can be obtained from committee members. Contact 482-326 for further information Vfrieiee WEEKEND BUCKET SPECIAL 15 pieces of tender golden fried chicken. Plenty for a hungry family of 5-7. AT YOUR LOCAL II • ALLF $949 plus tax $Al 49 Reg' Come in for our LUNCH SPECIALS Now till Sept. 3 DIXIE LEE CHICKEN & SEAFOOD 33 Victoria St. CLINTON 482-7337 65 Goderich St. West SEAFORTH 527-0220 rare FRIED CHICKEN & SEAFOOD Friday, Saturday and Sunday August 24 - 25 - 26 ik s,( WIN Delicious Dixie Lee Dinners and Free Car Washes • It 1'11 ;v. AMN o4) 6.• ADMISSION: Adults $4. Under 12 $2. 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