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Wednesday, October 22, 2003

Offshoot ties jazz and blues together with coffeehouse scene

It seems that the days of going to a coffeehouse and catching a cool set of jazz or blues are in the past, somewhere with Maynard G. Krebs and his bongos. Offshoot Productions is changing that, at least for a weekend, as they present a Jazz and Blues Weekend as part of their Stars on the Southern Crescent coffee house series.

FCHS brings 'Cotton Patch Gospel' to local audiences

It has been called “The Greatest Story Ever Retold” and few would disagree.

Visit a haunted house and get in the Halloween spirit

Halloween is a little over two weeks away and for those looking to get in the spirit there are a number of haunted happenings in the area leading up to the big night.

“Howl-o-Ween” parade, contests to benefit PTC Dog Park

Dogs and their people can enjoy tricks for treats at “Howl-o-Ween” Saturday, Oct. 25, from 1-4 p.m. at Drake Field in Peachtree City.

Clothes really do make the couple

Time is running out.

Chili challenge cancelled

Fans of the annual Great Chili Challenge in Peachtree City will have to go elsewhere for their chili indulgence this year. The popular chili festival has been cancelled due to a lack of volunteers to organize and run the event. It is hoped that the chili challenge will be back next year, better than ever. The cancellation also gives possible entrants another year to perfect their recipes.

FCFT presents Velveteen Rabbit

Fayette Coweta Family Theatre, Inc. presents its professional troupe, A Company of Friends Educational Productions, in one public performance of the classic children’s musical “The Veleveteen Rabbit” Friday at 7 p.m. at Our Lady of Mercy High School. The 55-minute musical features a cast of 14. The story focuses on a little stuffed rabbit that becomes real thanks to a boy’s endearing love. The show is filled with humor, sentimental themes, beautiful costumes and a lovely score.

FMS play runs through tomorrow

The Fayette Middle School Drama Department presents “How to Eat Like a Child and Other Lessons in Not Being a Grown-up,” a musical written by Delia Ephron, John Forster and Judith Kahan. Remaining performances are tomorrow at 6 and 7:30 p.m. in the Cubby Hole. The cast includes 50 students and is directed by Lynn Outlaw. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students and children. Tickets will be sold at the door, or advance tickets can be purchased at the school. For more information, please call Lynn Outlaw at 770-460-3553 ext. 230.

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