I’ve heard it pronounced in a variety of ways and trying to spell it is always interesting. The Madison Chautauqua (shə-TAW-kwə) Festival of Art (September 28-29, 2013) is something I look forward to every year. It’s been going on for 43 years so I guess I’m not the only one who loves this event. Chautauqua: … more
Your Art Connection
Madison has always had a love for and interest in the arts. As far back as the first Chautauqua Camp Meeting in 1901, Madison has been a gathering place for these creative and talented people. In the last few years, we’ve seen significant growth in our art community with more galleries/studios opening in the downtown. … more
Music Fills the Air in August
Music will fill the air in Madison this August beginning with Music in the Park on August 9th featuring Slick River Rockets. With their fun and energetic take on what they call “rockabilly”, their Elvisesque swing sound will get you up on your feet. Be sure to bring a lawn chair and have a fun … more
Live Cigar Box Blues with Jimmy Davis
The cigar box guitar has an interesting history, which dates back to the era of the Civil War. These homemade instruments were a part of the larger history of blues and jug band music. Interest in these guitars has grown in recent years and local artisan Gary Duckworth and fine artist Eric Phagan are part … more
Music in the Park Returns
The return of Music in the Park is a sure sign that the summer season has arrived. What a great way to spend a sultry summer evening, no effort required. Madison Main Street puts on this event around the Broadway Fountain every second Friday of the month from now through September. The music typically runs … more
Lanier Civil War Days
Experience the life and culture of Civil War-era Madison, Ind., during Lanier Civil War Days on June 15 and 16 at Lanier Mansion State Historic Site from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Watch re-enactors recreate Civil War battles, visit with Abraham Lincoln and Robert E. Lee, listen to period music; see Victorian-era artisans demonstrate their … more
Fourth Friday Events Return
With spring comes the Fourth Friday Art Jam. It is a free “happening” on the sidewalks & in the shops downtown. You will find art and music in galleries and out on the street. Shops are open late and many have free refreshments. One notable part of this Fourth Friday (April 26) is at the … more
The Collection of Joeyg Art Sale
Back in November I wrote an entry about the art collection of Joeyg. Now everyone has a great opportunity to see the remainder of Joey’s personal collection, as well as purchase one of these pieces at a greatly reduced price. If you are an aspiring art collector with a very tight budget, this is the … more
The Little Grand Theater Company
The Little Grand Theatre Company will continue its 2012-13 season with THE SPOOFYDOOFS’ FUNNYBONE, a comedy in one act by Jack Frakes. Presented in the Balcony House of the Ohio Theatre, this fun, family show will be presented Friday, January 25 @ 7:00PM, Saturday, January 26 @2:30PM and 7:00PM and Sunday, January 27 @ 2:30PM. … more
Starting the New Year
We’re all back from our holiday vacations and trying to get into the swing of things again. So I thought I’d start things slow and give you a little overview of things to come. There a a couple of new and exciting things happening in 2013. The American Queen & Queen of the Mississippi will … more
