Tim’s Picks: 5 ideas for a back-to-school Mosey weekend
Tim’s Picks: 5 ideas for a back-to-school Mosey weekend
5 choice suggestions heading into a back-to-school weekend in August
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By Tim Brouk / For Based in Lafayette
August Art Fair and new exhibition openings, 6-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9, The Arts Federation, 638 North St., Lafayette — The Arts Federation (TAF) will be celebrating local artists inside and outside Friday evening. The outdoor August Art Fair will feature works for sale from a delightful dozen area artists, including Bowie Thompson, Camila Flores Sanchez, Himani Jawa and many more. Inside its hallowed galleries, TAF will welcome new West Lafayette mixed media artist Brandon Ahnert and his Pixies-inspired “Where Is My Mind?” exhibit. Most of the works consist of repurposed materials and inspired by music and meditation. “This show is a representation of following my mind for one year to see what artistic and creative expressions come out,” Ahnert stated. “I followed a ritual of lighting an incense, putting on music and trying to stay as mindful as I was able with each piece.” Another West Lafayette artist, Tracy Smoll’s new ceramic works in “a.lure” showcase her abstract, delicate and colorful styles. The new pieces are inspired by the current climate crisis and humanity’s fragile existence throughout. She stated, “This show consists of works that explore the idea of connection. The title ‘a.lure’ refers to the intention that compels our actions. What we are allured to informs what we lure to us. In the context of nature and an ever-changing climate reality, I have read, journaled and created work about these underlying intentions.” New fun and funky jewelry work by Doris Kemler rounds out the new exhibitions. Yet another West Lafayette based artist, Kemler’s works were recently seen at recent Unitarian Universalist Holiday Art Fairs.
Lucifist with Protrusion, Rezin8 and Macizo, 8:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9, North End Pub, 2100 Elmwood Ave., Lafayette — The ’Fist will never die. When original singer Stephen Dilden stepped away from Lucifist about a year ago, it looked like it was finally closing time for Lafayette’s veteran party thrashers. But hold that last call for your mama. The core of the band — guitarist Van Smith, drummer Zac Flynn and bassist Tony Davis — recruited Yesterday’s Chips front man Dave Linder to take over lead vocal duties on a temporary basis. Will this be a Ronnie James Dio replacing Ozzy Osbourne in Black Sabbath situation? Different but still awesome? Only one way to find out. Opening will be brutal Lafayette death metal act Protrusion, Rezin8 and Macizo, a Latino death metal act from Indianapolis. The band’s battle cry, “somos la sangre,” translates to “We are the blood.” Sounds good to me! This show is presented by none other than The Doom Room. $10.
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Mosey Down Main Street, 6-11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, downtown Lafayette — The first of not one but two August Moseys Down Main Street is set for this weekend with a veritable mix tape of live music. Twelve bands are slated to play on three stages, including The Mixtapes. Once a top cover band here, a couple of the dudes moved away for jobs, but they still convene once a year for a reunion at a Mosey Down Main Street. Sadly, a blown power source ruined The Mixtapes’ 2023 event, but its 2022 set was tight and as if the band was still playing most weekends at the Knickerbocker Saloon or Lafayette Brewing Company. For 2024, the band is back together again and will headline the Sixth and Main stage at 8:40 p.m. Also check out Blackheart Gypsy (8:40 p.m., East End Stage), a killer rock act that was a highlight at this summer’s Taste of Tippecanoe. Originals are reminiscent of The Black Crowes and the young Purdue University band even pulled off a Rush cover. Lastly, fans of New Orleans funk ought to experience The Star City Rhythm Revival led by guitarist Stuart Carlton (10 p.m., East End Stage). Backed by a rhythm section of bassist Julianna Troy and drummer Larry Guentert, the band is influenced by Motown and jazz along with the cosmic gumbo of the music Carlton grew up listening to in New Orleans and eventually performing before his move to Lafayette. Expect other musicians to step in and out of the show throughout in order to fill out the sound. For a full lineup of acts, check the map.
‘The Sandlot’ 30th Anniversary with the cast, 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, Long Center for the Performing Arts, 111 N. Sixth St., Lafayette — "The Sandlot" has warmed hearts for 30 years now due to its nostalgic portrayal of childhood and timeless themes of friendship, adventure and the love of baseball. Set in the 1960s, it captures the essence of carefree summer days and the universal experience of growing up. The family comedy’s iconic scenes and quotable lines, including, "You're killing me, Smalls!" have cemented its place in pop culture. The cast is all grown up now, mostly in their 40s and 50s, and are ready to watch the film with you for a rare downtown Lafayette summer treat. After the movie screening, cast members will answer audience questions. $24-$134. Tickets.
You Bred Raptors? with Big Blitz and The Velocity District, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13, North End Pub, 2100 Elmwood Ave., Lafayette — New York City orchestral post-rock trio You Bred Raptors? returns to Lafayette with a new set of unique, original heavy music played by eight-string bassist Peat Rains, cellist Tara Hanish and drummer Danny Sher. An early Doom Room favorite, the band has grown to tour internationally and has opened for/shared stages with the likes of Yoko Ono, Yo Yo Ma and even the Foo Fighters (!?). Opening this wild, eclectic show will be Pittsburgh’s Big Blitz, a rocking saxophone and drums trio, and Lafayette’s own jazz-funk fusion fellows The Velocity District. $5.
Tim Brouk is a longtime arts and entertainment reporter. He writes here (almost) weekly, tracking things to do for Based in Lafayette.
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