Entertainment
Midway Grocery to host annual jam session Sunday
pop staff
On a regular Sunday afternoon, the open sign would be glowing and customers would be filing through Bob Thompson's Midway Grocery and Deli.
But this Sunday, like he does once a year, he's shutting the door and cutting the lights.
Sunday, the store will host its 13th annual Midway Jam on the corner of Chautauqua Avenue and Eufaula Street noon to 9 p.m.
"This isn't for any great cause. It's just neighborhood fun, like a giant block party," said Thompson, who began the jam session to feature local talent.
Thompson plans to offer an extensive lineup from bluegrass and rockabilly to jazz fusion, enough to keep the music rolling until the sun dips down.
Come anytime he said, but fans of Bob French and Friends, a growing favorite, should come early.
Because musicians volunteer their time, admission is free. Guests are invited to bring their lawn chairs and blankets.
Hot dogs, sausages and beverages will be sold to help offset the cost of the event, but outside refreshments are welcome, too.
- Entertainment
-
-
Comic lovers to unite at Atomik Pop!
For comic lovers who can’t come up with the cash to get them to Comic-Con in San Diego this weekend, Atomik Pop! in Norman is hosting an alternate event. The NotatComicCon party will take place 2-6 p.m. Saturday at the store, 918 W. Main ...
-
‘Orange’ album makes Oklahoma proud
“Orange an Okey-Dokey Orchestration” Zèbre Orange Zanzibar! Records This exciting new album is another example of the incredibly good music coming from Norman’s scene. Ben Lindesmith (vocals/guitar/synthesizer) is highly adept at ...
-
Local blue-eyed soul singer releases terrific album
“Beauty in the Struggle” Shane Henry (independent) 2010 Central Oklahoma’s Shane Henry, a well-known presence on the local bar and club scene, has just released what I believe is one of the best albums recorded by an Oklahoma artist in ...
-
Two weekends, two big shows, too much fun
Speedbumps The Speedbumps will roll through Norman to mellow out a Monday with an alternative, folk acoustic groove 9 p.m. July 26 at The Brewhouse. Admission is free....
-
British funny man stars in comedy with heart
“The Invention of Lying” is a comedy set in a present day much like our own, only the concept of the lie has not yet been conceived. The world is filled with what we would see as brutal honesty; even white lies to make people feel better ...
-
Colin Hanks trumps actor-son curse
Being the son of a famous actor might open a few doors for you in Hollywood, but it’s no guarantee they’ll lead to stardom....
-
Films playing at Hollywood Spotlight
New Releases: · Salt: After being accused of being a Russian spy, CIA officer Evelyn Salt goes on the run to clear her name. PG-13. · Ramona and Beezus: Based on the best-selling books, this story focuses on the ...
-
Films playing at Robinson Crossing
...
-
Films playing at Warren Theatre
New Releases: · Salt: After being accused of being a Russian spy, CIA officer Evelyn Salt goes on the run to clear her name. PG-13. · Ramona and Beezus: Based on the best-selling books, this story focuses on the relationship ...
-
Arts award nominations now being accepted
The Oklahoma Arts Council announced that nominations for the 2010 Governor's Arts Awards are now being accepted. Submissions will be accepted through Aug. 6 for the awards, which will be presented during a ceremony at the State Capitol ...
- More Entertainment Headlines
-
Comic lovers to unite at Atomik Pop!
