For the latest in local arts-and-entertainment news, check out the current section of Oxford Town, The Oxford EAGLE's weekly entertainment guide. It's published every Thursday.
Jimmy Phillips releases classic songs on new CD
OXFORD TOWN – Proud Larry’s will host a CD release party tonight (Thursday, April 12) for Jimmy Phillips and the Ruminators with special guests, Rocket 88. Page 9 in Oxford Town No. 974 has details. (April 13, 2012, Page 9)
Elmo & The Shades return to Rooster’s Blues House
OXFORD TOWN – Elmo Lee Thomas (pictured here) and his band , Elmo & The Shades, return to Rooster’s Blues House on Friday, April 6. As always, the shows at Rooster’s are free of charge. Turn to Page 3 in Oxford Town No. 973 for information about the show featuring the popular Memphis-based band that can always be counted on for a good rafter shaking at Rooster’s. (April 5, 2012, Page 3)
Chad Harris releases new EP; set for OLHS fundraiser Friday, April 6
OXFORD TOWN – While the EP won’t officially be released until May, Oxford will get the first chance to enjoy native son Chad Harris’ new album “Burning Daylight” on Friday, April 6, at the Powerhouse Community Arts Center. The CD release party is planned as a fundraiser for OLHS. Turn to Page 12 in Oxford Town No. 973 for details about Harris, his new EP and the upcoming party. (April 5, 2012, Page 12)
Scissormen return to Oxford for two shows tonight (April 5)
OXFORD TOWN – The smoking hot Nashville-based blues duo, Scissormen, return to Oxford tonight for two shows — Thacker Mountain Radio at Off Square Books at 6 and Two Stick Sushi Bar at 9:30. Page 7 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town – No. 974 – has details about the band and both shows. (April 5, 2012, Page 7)
Ghost stories from ‘Pappy’
Kaye Bryant of Oxford recalls how the stories Faulkner told to his granddaughter and her friends struck up an unlikely correspondence — with a ghost.
(more…) (April 4, 2012)
An autograph and a check presentation
Wilbur Lee Todd of Oxford recalls a friendly Faulkner giving his autograph to a young man — and a scholarship event at Rowan Oak where the author didn’t even show up. (more…)
(April 4, 2012)
Oxford Passion Play this weekend
The Oxford Passion Play, in its second year at North Oxford Baptist Church, will have six show times this year to give everyone who wants to see the free show the ability to come and enjoy it. Admission is free but the church asks people to get tickets so they have an idea of how many seats are available. The show opened Thursday and continues today at 7 p.m., and 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more information, call 234-1101 or visit www.northoxfordchurch.com. (March 30, 2012, Page 3B)
IN THIS WEEK’S ISSUE: 2012 Rebel Man Sprint Triathlon honors Kevser Ermin
OXFORD TOWN – The Seventh Annual Rebel Man Sprint Triathlon (RMST) is scheduled to take place Sunday, April 1, at 8 a.m. As always, the race will start and finish at the Thomas N. Turner Center, home of Ole Miss Campus Recreation. The event is a sprint distance challenge featuring a 440 meter swim, 21 kilometer bike and a 5 kilometer run. This year’s race is dedicated to fallen athlete and Ole Miss student Kevser Ermin (pictured here). Page 16 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town (No. 972) has details about the popular annual endurance challenge happening this weekend on the on the Ole Miss campus and surrounding area. (March 29, 2012, Page 16)
