Wow, there has been a lot going on this month. I hope you’ve gotten out to enjoy some entertainment.
This coming weekend is 420 and it looks like most venues have a show going on to celebrate. Here are some things to consider attending.
Tuesday
Join us for an Artist Talk by Sofía Luz Pérez. Her exhibition, “My Shadow is My Teacher” is on view at ArtRage until May 18, 2024.
Sofía Luz Pérez is a Mexican American artist born in Austin, Texas in 1989, and raised in central New York. Sofía’s work deals with the experiences she’s had with healing illness, and by the healing of generational family trauma. She began drawing self-portraits to document the healing process in the aftermath of a diagnosis of a health condition.
Pérez’s work has been published in the Women Artists’ Datebook by the Syracuse Cultural Workers and in the Great Lake Review in Oswego, NY.
She has shown her work in numerous juried shows including at Soho20 Gallery in New York, NY, ArtRage Gallery in Syracuse, NY, the Point of Contact Gallery in Syracuse, NY, Stone Quarry Hill Art Park, in Cazenovia, NY, the Art Association of Oswego, NY, and the Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center in Auburn, NY. Her work was accepted into the Best of SUNY show 2022 and won Best in Show.
Wednesday
Stout Beard Brewing Company presents Worm Burners on Wed, April 17th at 6pm.
Dan had his debut at Stout Beard Brewing on 4/3 and didn’t disappoint.
This time with his buddy Jamie as the Worm Burners, they’ll take you on a journey of classic covers in southern soul, rockabilly, stadium rock and a little country.
If you want to be wowed by local CNY talent come to this show and you will not be disappointed.
BYOF. You bring the food. We got the drinks.
Thursday
Sydney Irving is back at The Craftsman for an unplugged set 6pm.
Friday
Half Past Dead Trio is rolling into Shifty’s Friday night! With special guest Matt McIntyre on the hand drums! 8 pm.
Saturday
Count Blastula Trio makes their #JazzByTheLake debut on 4/20. Joining the trio special guest saxophonist Mike Dubaniewicz. The trio showcases keyboardist Dan Pugh, drummer Dave Schlossberg, guitarist, bassist, vocalist Adam Fisher. Visit OswegoMusicHall.org for more information and Eventbrite.com for tickets.
Grateful for Biggie w/s/g Sophistafunk at Middle Ages.
Doors at 7pm | 18+
Funk ‘n Waffles food truck will be on site serving up their delicious unique waffle creations & more!
High Peaks will be in house with gifts for attendees!
“Grateful for Biggie”: Where Grateful Vibes Meet Hip-Hop Flow!
Step into a world where time-honored melodies collide with urban poetry, where the rhythms of yesterday’s legends unite with the beats of a modern era. Introducing “Grateful for Biggie,” the ultimate mashup tribute that seamlessly blends the Grateful Dead’s signature grooves with the lyrical genius of Notorious B.I.G. Get ready for a sonic journey that defies genres and sparks new musical dimensions.
At the heart of “Grateful for Biggie” lies the powerful fusion of two iconic forces. The Grateful Dead’s ethereal harmonies and improvisational magic interweave with Biggie’s slick rhymes and storytelling prowess, creating a tapestry of sound that resonates with fans of both worlds. Each performance is a dynamic celebration of musical innovation, where “China Cat Sunflower” meets “Kick in the Door,” and “Shakedown Street” flows seamlessly with “Hypnotize.”
Led by a group of passionate musicians, “Grateful for Biggie” captures the essence of both the Grateful Dead and Notorious B.I.G., paying homage to the legacies that shaped generations. With electrifying stage presence and the soulful vibes of the past, this tribute band invites you to revel in the familiar while experiencing the thrill of the unexpected.
Check out Sophistafunk’s latest video here.
Sunday
Kick off spring break with our annual Spring Bizaar! Vendor list and special menu coming soon. Bizaar runs from 1-4, Just Joe plays from 2-5pm and our kitchen is open 1-5pm too.