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Oxonian Julie Cantrell publishes first novel
OXFORD TOWN – Oxford author Julie Cantrell (shown here with her dog, Ellie) just completed her first novel titled “Into the Free.” The inspiring new book is set for a release date of Feb. 1 and Off Square Books is celebrating by hosting a launch party on Tuesday, Jan. 31, at 5 p.m. The party will feature a conversation with Cantrell, champagne and, well, chocolate. The photographs of Cantrell scattered throughout this issue (including the cover) were taken by Oxord Town music writer/phoptographer Kate Anthony who had instructions to take shots of Cantrell “that screamed Oxford.” Don’t miss the genesis of a great writing career next Tuesday at Off Square Books. Everyone is invited to drop in, meet Cantrell and share in the ultimate combo; chocolate, champagne and prose. Page 8 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has complete details. (January 26, 2012, Page 8)
Chinese Ceramics displayed at UM Museum
OXFORD TOWN – The University of Mississippi Museum examines ancient Chinese ceramics and the culture of their time with its latest exhibition, “On the Silk Road and the High Seas: Chinese Ceramics, Culture and Commerce,” which will be on display from now through Aug. 4. Coinciding with the exhibition, the museum will host a lecture at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26, featuring Virginia L. Bower (pictured here). Page 7 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has complete details. (January 26, 2012, Page 7)
Civic Chorus begins tonight
Auditions begin at 6:30 p.m. at the choral room at Oxford-University United Methodist Church and rehearsals for returning singers at 7 p.m. in the Wesley Room. (January 23, 2012, Page 3A)
Movie set to film in Oxford
The Oxford Convention and Visitor’s Bureau gave a $5,000 film grant Wednesday night at the request of screen writer Glenn German for an upcoming film, “Admissions,” that will be partly filmed at the University of Mississippi and Oxford, with actor Andy Garcia expected in the lead male role. (January 19, 2012, Page 1)
IN THIS WEEK’S ISSUE: Oxford ‘crawls’ to art
OXFORD TOWN – The Oxford Art Crawl begins its 2012 season this Tuesday (Jan. 24). The ongoing event will be held the fourth Tuesday of each month from January through October, lasting from 7-9 p.m. The “crawl” events are free and offer tours of the rotating exhibits at Oxford’s art spaces with small receptions held at each stop. Turn to Page 9 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has information about the rotating art event set to return next Tuesday. (January 19, 2012, Page 9)
Oxford Music Festival spotlight continues
OXFORD TOWN – OT’s breakdown of Oxford Music Festival 2012 rolls on this week (Issue No. 962) as we spotlight the bands and acts set for Friday, Feb. 10, at the Malco Studio Cinema VIP Tent, Lyric Theater’s Electro Stage and Proud Larry’s on the Oxford Square. This week, our spotlight illuminates one of the most diverse music- and movie-oriented nights that Oxford has seen in quite some time. Featured bands include Silas Reed ’N Da Books, Kelley and The G-Men, Break-beat, The Minor Adjustments (pictured here), The Congress, Proud Larry’s headliner Shooting Out The Lights and others. Page 7 in this week’s issue has this week’s breakdown of OMF talent getting set to dazzle the L-O-U community in early-February. (January 19, 2012, Page 7)
Oxford Fiber Arts Festival returns
OXFORD TOWN – Oxford’s second Fiber Arts Festival is set to re-launch this weekend at the Powerhouse touting activities fro the whole family. The event is hosted by Knit1 Oxford and the Yoknapatawpha Arts Council. Page 12 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has details about the wildly popular, family event set to begin this Friday (Jan. 20). (January 19, 2012, Page 12)
IN THIS WEEK’S ISSUE: Meagan Tubb and Shady People play free show at Proud Larry’s
OXFORD TOWN – Oxford Town Music Beat reporter Kate Anthony recently researched and interviewed Meagan Tubb (front woman for Meagan Tubb and Shady People) about her band and their upcoming show at Proud Larry’s on Saturday, Jan. 14. Page 8 in this week’s issue has tons of photos and complete information about the gritty American/rock/blues band from Austin and its free show this Saturday on the Oxford Square. (January 12, 2012, Page 8, 11)
