Gasoline Gathers Hands, Gathers Friends! Debut LP release

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Biljana| Leave a comment

Saturday, May 19th.  10pm @ The Brain – $PWYC

Popular Hamilton based experimental band Gasoline Gathers Hands, Gathers Friends is having their debut LP release party at The Brain this Saturday.

This LP release is unique because many local artists have created their versions of the LP cover art. Most of the work is currently on display in the Brain’s window. These covers will be available for purchase, and they are up for grabs in a silent auction at the show on Saturday. Original screen prints from Becky Katz will also be sold at the show.

Gasoline Gathers Hands, Gathers Friends is a very unique band that puts on an incredible live show.  Former members of Demagogue Channel will also be performing on Saturday as the new band, Pucumber.
This is shaping up to be a unique and exciting party. Don’t miss out.
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Sketch comedy at The Staircase Theatre

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Biljana| Leave a comment

Friday, May 18th. 7:45pm @ The Staircase Theare – $10-doors, $7 -adv.

If you’re looking to do something fun this Friday, and would like a change from clubs and bars, you should consider seeing some live comedy.

Sketch comedy troupe Cash Grab is putting on a show at The Staircase with a few of their funny friends. Stand up comedians Jeff Clark, Brandon  Ash-Mohammed, and David Miles are all on the bill. Sketch groups Cash Grab and Parker and Seville are also performing.
Hamilton has a solid comedy scene that doesn’t often get a lot of press. If you’re looking for a laugh consider going to this well priced event on Friday.  More information can be found here.

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Music Trivia at Homegrown Hamilton

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Biljana| Leave a comment

Tues, May 22nd 9pm @ Homegrown Hamilton

If you’re one of those people who claim to know everything about every band and artist, or if you just really love music facts – we have a great new event for you.

Homegrown Hamilton is holding a music trivia night Tuesday, May 22nd. Come out and test your musical knowledge against your friends and fellow music lovers. Each game consists of 3 rounds: trivia, name the tune, and guess the artist. The winner of each category will receive a prize from the cool kids at Dr. Disc.

With a solid attendance and a fair amount of enthusiasm there is a very good chance that the trivia night will become a monthly, or even a weekly occurrence.
Interested in going? Email: tim@homegrownhamilton.com to reserve a spot.

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The Steelworker’s Waltz

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Biljana| Leave a comment

Friday, May 19th. 8pm @Watlz ( in Jackson Square) – $5

Come out this Friday to stand in solidarity with the local 1005. It is no secret that the hardships of our local economy have weighed heavily on the backs of steel workers and their families. Between the job hazards, layoffs, buyouts, pension debates, and outsourcing – it’s been one hardship after another for steel workers.

This Friday The Steelworkerz Waltz looks to support our steel workers through a great musical showcase. Confirmed performers are: Ray Materick, Tim Gibbons, Martin Verrall, Edgar Breau, Shawn Brush, Steve Sinnicks, Sloppy Jalopy, Steve Foster, The Squids, Lee Reed, Mac’n'Awe, Harad, and more.
A compilation CD will be available for purchase for $10. Come out to support one of our hardest working communities.

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The Burlington Slam Project Finals

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Biljana| Leave a comment

Thursday, May 16th 8pm @ Lyric Theatre (434 King St. East) – $5

The Burlington Slam Project has been working with youth, and the young-at-heart, to discover their voices, share their stories and reach out to their peers through slam poetry for the past four years.

This Thursday marks the finale of the current season of slam poetry in Burlington.  The finals are in Hamilton, and the participants for the 2012 US and Canadian National competitions will chosen that night.

Come out to Lyric theatre this week to support this very popular art form and to encourage our local talent to kick ass on a national, and international level. More information can be found here.

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Deviate from Hate

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Biljana| Leave a comment

Thursday, May 17th. 6:30pm @ Freeway Cafe (333 King Street East)

May 17th is the International day against homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia; it is a Canadian-based global rallying event that offers a chance for people to get together and take a stand against hate.

Join LGBTQ communities and supporters at Freeway Cafe this Thursday for a special open mic coffee night. The evening will feature presentations, information booths,  artwork, poetry and more. If you have something you’d like to contribute to the evening, please register: layla@thewellhamilton.ca. Let’s get together and take a stand against hate and discrimination. More info here.

 

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