Egyptian Theatre Foundation brings International Super-Group to Ogden
Crosscurrents set to perform Monday, October 30, 2017
Ogden, UT (September 6, 2017) - Crosscurrents led by Grammy Award Winner, Zakir Hussain and 2017 NEA Jazz Master bassist Dave Holland will preforming live on stage at the Historic Peery’s Egyptian Theater in Ogden on Monday, October 30, 2017 at 7:00p.m. A benefit event for the Egyptian Theatre Foundation.
Hussain is a living master of the 3,000-year-old tabla percussion tradition and "one of the architects of modern world music." (NPR) Since the 1960s, he has been a global music ambassador who has formed significant cross-cultural projects and worked with George Harrison, the Grateful Dead and Béla Fleck. Holland is a famously versatile bassist who has led numerous Grammy Award-winning bands and anchored groundbreaking groups led by Miles Davis, Chick Corea, Joe Henderson, and Jack DeJohnette.
“We are thrilled to be presenting these world renewed artists in Ogden” says Rob Werner, President of the Egyptian Theater Foundation. “Zakir has brought his music to all corners of the world and we are grateful to have such an innovative collaboration perform at our beautiful community venue.”
Crosscurrents' extraordinary lineup also features globally-celebrated vocalist and Bollywood superstar, Shankar Mahadevan. As well as American saxophonist Chris Potter, called "the most compelling saxophonist of his generation" (Detroit Free Press), plus three of India's most progressive musicians: guitarist Sanjay Divecha, pianist Louiz Banks, and drummer Gino Banks.
This super-group is the latest representation of the long and vibrant relationship between jazz and Indian classical music, both of which have improvisation as a core tenet. Through distinctive original compositions, Western jazz standards, 12-bar blues numbers, and Indian classical pieces, audiences will witness a cutting-edge development in this cross-cultural continuum.
Anima Varma, Egyptian Theater Foundation Board Member and Event Organizer said this is the group’s first-ever Utah performance. “Zakir has performed here in the past, and provides a strong international drawing power on his own, but this ensemble will be a one-of-a-kind cultural experience that unifies two of the world's most influential genres.”
Concert tickets are available through Smithtix.com or the Peery’s Egyptian Theater Box Office.
801-689-8700 Price Range $30 - $100. (VIP Seating Sold Out!)
For more information visit www.egyptiantheatrefoundationg.org
About the Egyptian Theatre Foundation: The Egyptian Theater Foundation enhances Peery’s Egyptian Theatre in Ogden, Utah by providing conscientious oversight of the preservation, maintenance and improvement of the historically important venue. The ETF Board focuses on fundraising initiatives for special theater-related projects that attract increased community participation. The foundation is incorporate das a charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the US IRS Code of 1986. Learn more at egyptiantheaterfoundation.org
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Humane Society of Utah continues the battle to save Dexter from death sentence
Santaquin City Council rejects proposed ordinance changes to animal control code
The Humane Society of Utah joined dog owner, Lindsay Bray and other Santaquin residents to support proposed changes to amend the city’s animal control ordinance during the Santaquin City Council meeting Thursday, Sept. 6, 2017, at the City Council Chambers located at 45 West 100 South in Santaquin, Utah. Bray and her family hoped changes to the ordinance would alter the death sentence given to their dog, Dexter for allegedly scratching a young girl. After hearing a proposal drafted by the Humane Society of Utah and a second proposal drafted by Santaquin City, Councilmember Amanda Jeffs moved to reject both options and keep the existing animal code.
Dexter, a 5-year-old Australian Shepherd, escaped his yard in October 2016 and allegedly bit a young girl. According to a police report, the dog did not "break any skin," but Santaquin's ordinance defines a vicious dog as "a dog that has bitten, clawed, attacked, chased, harassed, pursued or worried a person without provocation."
“We were very disappointed that the City Council chose not to work with us to make their ordinance constitutional and better for the citizens of Santaquin and their animals,” said Craig S. Cook, legal counsel for the Humane Society of Utah who is representing the Bray family pro bono. “Instead, they abruptly decided in the middle of the discussion to keep the present ordinance with all its flaws. Now, we are going to have to litigate this through the court system. People who have animals have certain rights, and the city cannot arbitrarily euthanize animals for alleged violations.”
Cook will challenge the ordinance and ask a judge to overrule it before proceeding to a court of appeals.
“I feel like we got shut down pretty quickly,” said Lindsay Bray in response to the vote. “There was no discussion even though they had options to work with. I’ve had several friends in similar situations who have told me their child was bitten by a dog and they didn’t call police because they knew the dog would automatically be put down, and they didn’t want that to happen. One friend had to give her child antibiotics she had at her house because she didn’t want to report a bite.”
The Humane Society of Utah’s proposed amendments were based on other animal control ordinance language from cities similar in size to Santaquin City. The changes included definitions for a “dangerous dog,” a “vicious dog,” an “attack” and “serious bodily injury.” The ordinance also allowed better protection for the city and working dogs.
A second proposal, written by Santaquin City, offered an alternative option for the Council to consider which focused exclusively on the sentencing portion of the code. For a first offense, a dog in Dexter’s situation could be sentenced to: a. The humane destruction of the animal within five (5) calendar days of said conviction; b. The permanent removal of the dog from Santaquin City; Injection of an identification microchip using standard veterinary procedures and practices, identification number, and the identification of the person performing the procedure; and filed notice with the entity having jurisdiction over the new location of the identification and relocation of the dog and the finding of a “vicious dog” within five (5) calendar days; or c. Enhanced supervision requirements for the animal when it is attended or not attended indoors or outdoors.
“I think it’s good that they [HSU] cleaned up some of the definitions since that’s one of the complaints I’ve heard is that our definitions were maybe vague,” said Councilmember Nicholas Miller. “I like the options, maybe on the second offense you could narrow it down.”
Both proposed ordinances were read by Santaquin City Manager Benjamin Reeves, who suggested that the city’s legal counsel go through each paragraph and discuss concerns he had regarding existing city policies, procedures and requirements made of the court. When Reeves asked the Council if they had questions or concerns, Councilmember Jeffs motioned to vote to keep the animal control ordinance the same, which was seconded by Councilmember Keith Broadhead. The vote passed three to two, supported by Councilmember Broadhead, Jeffs, Stevenson and opposed by Hathaway and Miller.
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About the Humane Society of Utah
The Humane Society of Utah is dedicated to the elimination of pain, fear and suffering in all animals. Since 1960, the HSU has been sheltering homeless animals, fighting cruelty and neglect, and creating an environment of respect, responsibility, and compassion for all animals across the state of Utah. HSU is the largest open-admissions shelter in the state and welcomes any companion animal that can legally be admitted. As a member of the No-Kill Utah (NKUT) Coalition, the HSU works hard to ensure that every healthy and treatable pet that enters the facility will be placed into a loving home. The Humane Society of Utah is a local, private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that does not receive any state tax dollars or government funding. HSU is funded by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses and foundations. Read more about the HSU online at www.utahhumane.org.
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THE NOVEL IDEAS
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SEPTEMBER 7, 2017 - BOSTON, MA - Country folk band, The Novel Ideas, are streaming their self-titled album exclusively today with No Depression. Listen HERE. Featuring the voices of three songwriters, the album was produced by Rick Parker (Lord Huron) and mixed by Ryan Freeland (Ray LaMontagne, Bonnie Raitt), and showcases the band at its best. Track by track, The Novel Ideas (available everywhere tomorrow) represents a contribution to the country-folk scene that balances love-and-loss melancholy with thoughtful instrumentation and intricate vocal arrangements. In support of the record, The Novel Ideas will be touring nationally throughout the fall and winter. For more information on The Novel Ideas, please visit: http://thenovelideas.com.
The Novel Ideas are a four-piece band from Boston, MA. Since their formation, they have earned a reputation from fans and music critics alike for their moving four-part harmonies and rich Americana sound- one that provides "a certain level of comfort" according to Baeble.
From rock clubs to living rooms to festival stages, the band strives to convey honesty and intimacy through their music. Interview Magazine notes that, "While their folksy sound falls somewhere in between The Head and The Heart and The Avett Brothers, the band has a unique ability to connect with audiences from their deeply personal songs."
The Novel Ideas are Sarah Grella (vocals), Danny Hoshino (guitar, pedal steel, vocals), James Parkington (bass, vocals) and Daniel Radin (guitar, vocals).
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Sherri Stevens offers ‘gospel truth’ in ‘Portals & Pearls’
Book distills various aspects of God’s grace, truth, wisdom into concise, clear, correct concepts
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. – After listening to many seminarians and “bible teachers,” Sherri Stevens discovered that much of what they taught contains a “great deal of error.” She decided to write a book that would help her navigate through her own theological confusion at that time. “Portals & Pearls” (published by WestBow Press) was produced out of her frustration of how much of the teaching coming out from the pulpit did not match up with the truth of the Scripture.
According to Stevens, “Portals and Pearls” was written to provoke readers to re-evaluate what they think “gospel truth” actually means. With devotional-designed chapters, the book is formatted and filled with bite-size ruminations that are engaging, entertaining and inspiring. In her colorful and clever style, Stevens weaves God’s word into her adventurous personal experiences to empower lives with freedom and transformation.
“More and more people are no longer attending church these days and there is a very good reason why. Many Churches in the West have deviated from the true message of the gospel and have adopted a false gospel - a legalistic religion - which preaches a works-oriented salvation. This book addresses and corrects the error of why this current trend exists,” Stevens expresses.
With “Portals & Pearls,” Stevens wants readers to think about what they have been taught and be inspired to dig into the Bible themselves. She wants them to come to a better understanding of the grace extended to them through Jesus Christ in a way they may not have heard before.
“Portals & Pearls”
By Sherri Stevens
Hardcover | 6x9in | 250 pages | ISBN 9781512795011
Softcover | 6x9in | 250 pages | ISBN 9781512794991
E-Book | 250 pages | ISBN 9781512795004
Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble
About the Author
Sherri Stevens is a world traveler, entrepreneur, fitness enthusiast and poet. She has also authored “Deep Calling Deep” and “Where Is God on My Bad Days?” She currently resides in Newport Beach with her family.
WestBow Press is a strategic supported self-publishing alliance between HarperCollins Christian Publishing and Author Solutions, LLC — the world leader in supported self-publishing. Titles published through WestBow Press are evaluated for sales potential and considered for publication through Thomas Nelson and Zondervan. For more information, visit www.westbowpress.com or call (866)-928-1240. For WestBow Press news, click “Like” at www.facebook.com/WestBowPress and follow @westbowpress on Twitter.
