Jaki's Buzz http://jakisbuzz.com/blog Reporting the buzz on what's happening in the New England and Tri-State area in the entertainment industry Fri, 17 May 2013 17:53:17 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 Women of the Day Campaign http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2697 http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2697#comments Fri, 17 May 2013 17:52:52 +0000 Kristyn http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2697

What is Women of the Day?
“Women of the Day” started out as a short film in 2011, starring Lauren Clarke (“Jane”) and Sarah Elizabeth (“Lyd”). It was their intention to make a film about real women, the way women REALLY talk to each other. The way we talk to each other when there are no guys around, and all our inhibitions are gone. The film is very much dialogue-based, much like most of the episodes are now. They touched on subjects that are important – but sometimes very private – to women, such as weight and body image, dating and relationships, but also lighter topics such as drinking, partying and cheesy pick-up lines. The film was screened at the 2012 Indie Gathering International Film Festival in Hudson, Ohio, where it received a very warm audience reaction, as well as an award in the Comedy-Short category. Based on audience suggestions, it was redeveloped film into the a series and live show.
There is a script for a new episode that they would like to film this June down on the infamous “Exorcist Stairs” in Georgetown. They are now trying to collect funds for fuel, accommodations, backup equipment, etc.They have perks for anyone who contributes!

Donate and make this episode a reality!

http://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJ7mJRLEMI4&feature=player_embedded

]]> http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=2697 0 Middlesex County Career Fair http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2693 http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2693#comments Mon, 13 May 2013 11:35:52 +0000 Bridget http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2693
Middlesex County Career Fair is June 18
At Cromwell’s Crowne Plaza Hotel
WETHERSFIELD, May 8, 2013 – Whether you’re an employer or a jobseeker, you’ll want to be sure to be at the Crowne Plaza in Cromwell on June 18 for the annual Middlesex County Career Fair. Co-sponsored by the Connecticut Department of Labor, the Middlesex Chamber of Commerce and the Workforce Alliance, the event will run 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
 
Representatives from more than 40 companies are expected to take part and will be available to speak one-on-one with visitors about possible openings with their companies – everything from entry level positions to management jobs.
 
“The Middlesex County Career Fair has become a summer tradition, not only for this agency and our partners, but also for jobseekers and businesses,” explains State Labor Commissioner Sharon M. Palmer. “Companies are provided with an excellent forum in which to recruit employees for the skilled workforce they need, and jobseekers have a great place to meet one-on-one and network with potential employers.”
 
The employer registration fee is $275 ($25 additional if Internet access is needed) which includes a boxed lunch, skirted table, company sign, program guide listing and extensive advertising on radio, newspaper and Internet.
 
Details and online employer registration can be accessed atwww.middlesexchamber.com or by contacting Johanna Bond at the Middlesex Chamber of Commerce at (860) 374-6924.
 
 
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Media Contact: Nancy Steffens, Communications Director
200 Folly Brook Boulevard, Wethersfield, CT 06109-1114
]]> http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=2693 0 Things to Do For Mother’s Day! http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2671 http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2671#comments Fri, 10 May 2013 14:02:36 +0000 Kristyn http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2671

If you’re still struggling for ideas for mother’s day which is fast approaching we have some ideas for you!

Whichever you choose your mom will love it! e1367251542.37

Mothers Day Weekend Event at Ballou’s, 5/10-5/12
Chocolate fondue for Mother’s Day? Yes! Treat mom to dinner for two for $35 at Ballou’s in Guilford and Branford.

A Free Moroccanoil Treatment at Salon Pure for Mother’s Day, 5/15
Enjoy a Mother’s Day complimentary treatment of Moroccanoil, an innovative treatment in hair repair, on May 15th from 4 – 8pm.

Mother’s Day Brunch at La Belle Aurore, 5/12
Treat mom to an elegant Mother’s Day Brunch at La Belle Aurore featuring locally sourced, farm fresh ingredients, thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented.

A Mother’s Day Weekend in Paris (at Peonies!), 5/11 & 12
Enjoy significant discounts on Designer Consignment and French inspired treats on Mother’s Day Weekend at Peonies in Centerbrook!

20% Off at Angie’s Jewelry & Gifts, 4/14-5/12
For e-list readers only, take 20% OFF your entire purchase now through Mother’s Day. Find great gifts for mom at Angie’s Jewelry and Gifts.

Goodies at Grace, 5/11/13
Free cupcakes from The (amazing) Cake Lady to the first 100 customers shopping for Mother’s Day at Grace in Niantic, on May 11th!

Only A Mother Could Love…at Bird Nest Salon & Gallery
Treat Mom to a day of pampering at The Bird Nest Salon & Gallery with a new client 50% off special and 20% off in the Gallery.

]]> http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=2671 0 Ways for Children to Volunteer! http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2684 http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2684#comments Wed, 08 May 2013 10:42:06 +0000 Bridget http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2684

OChildren of all ages can benefit from volunteering and giving back to the community, Oprah Radio host Rabbi Shmuley Boteach says. “We all want to raise good kids, and part of doing that is giving them real responsibilities, above and beyond doing the dishes,” he says. “When we don’t give kids responsibilities, we pay the price. Kids can become lazy and complacent and too self-focused. Volunteering and giving back prevents that and helps others.”

Rabbi Shmuley shares age-appropriate volunteering activities your children can participate in.

Click the link below to Read more ideas how how kids of all ages can go about volunteering:

 http://www.oprah.com/relationships/Ways-for-Children-to-Volunteer#ixzz2SdaHtUw7

]]> http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=2684 0 Coming in May: Summer Arts Programs at The Warner Theatre http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2673 http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2673#comments Mon, 06 May 2013 19:29:22 +0000 Bridget http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2673

warner

SIX TIME TONY AWARD-WINNING MUSICALanything goes

ANYTHING GOES

Sets Sail at the Warner Theatre This Weekend

As the S.S. American heads out to sea, two unlikely pairs set off on the course to true love…proving that sometimes destiny needs a little help from a crew of singing sailors, an exotic disguise, and some good old-fashioned blackmail. Anything Goes features some of musical theatre’s most memorable standards, including ‘I Get a Kick out of You,’ ‘It’s De-Lovely,’ and of course, ‘Anything Goes.’

Cast includes: Billy Crocker (played by Randy Ronco), a stowaway in love with heiress Hope Harcourt (Trisha Carr), who in turn is engaged to Lord Evelyn Oakleigh (Jonathan Jacobson), nightclub singer and former evangelist Reno Sweeney(Roxie Quinn), and Public Enemy #13, Moonface Martin (Mike Zizka), who is posing as a minister. A series of comical mistaken identities ensues as the passengers and crew sing and dance their way across the Atlantic.

Sponsored by Thomaston Savings Bank 

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WARNER THEATRE CENTER FOR ARTS EDUCATION
IS NOW TAKING REGISTRATIONS FOR THE

2013 SUMMER ARTS PROGRAM

session 1Session 1 (Two Weeks): July 15-26

Ages 7-12; $450

Students engage in a wide variety of artistic disciplines, including Tap Dance, Acting, Improv, Hip Hop Dance, Technical Theatre, Visual Arts, Creative Writing, Musical Theater and more! The session includes a field trip and culminates in an informal Share Day performance for families and friends!

Session 2 (Three Weeks): July 29-August 16

Ages 7-15; $725 NEW!

Students will work over the course of three intensive weeks to rehearse an entire full-scale theatrical production of the award-winning beloved Broadway extravaganza, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, JR.! Each day, students will participate in a variety of high-caliber performing arts classes based on the production they will be launching. This session leads students through the entire theatrical experience: from auditions all the way to curtain callCall the Warner Theatre Center for Arts Education at 860-489-7180 ext 148

Registration forms, as well as financial aid forms can be downloaded from the Warner website.

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Torrington Symphony Orchestraorch
Sat., May 11 at 8pm
Nancy Marine Studio Theatre

Maurice Steinberg, Conductor

With featured soloists:
Samantha Lane Talmadge, Soprano
Andrew Thomson, Percussion
Jean Conner, Violin
Cyrus Stevens, Violin

Music by Bach, Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Grieg, Puccini and more.

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Friday, May 17 at 7:30pm

Clinton Kelly: Freakin’Fabulous!

Your ticket to the show makes you eligible to win a gift certificate from one of the stores at the Shoppes at Farmington Valley. (awarded that night; must be present to win)

Presented in conjunction with the
Litchfield Education Foundation

Look for contest in the Republican-American newspaper with grand prize of a makeover from Le Beaux Vous and a $500 gift card from Westfarms Mall. Other contest winners have the chance to receive mini makeover from Le Beaux Vous, $100 gift cards from JC Penney. To enter or to view entries, rep-am.com/contests

Event sponsors: California Closets, Litchfield Hills Photography,Jill Merriam’s Key Hyundai, Lori Riiska, CPA, Barron Financial Group, LLP

Promotional Sponsors: Westfarms Mall, The Shoppes at Farmington Valley, JC Penney, Les Beaux Vous ,Studio Gorgeous, Good Charma, The Shirt, PeaceLoveWorld, Diane von Furstenberg Studio,Village Wine Cellar,Moscarillo’s Garden Shoppe, Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets

]]> http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=2673 0 BEYOND THE CRAFT: What You Need To Do To Make a Living! http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2649 http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2649#comments Fri, 03 May 2013 11:40:51 +0000 Bridget http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2649

 

SECTFilm Presents
BEYOND THE CRAFT:
What You Need To Do To Make a Living! 

Saturday, May 4th from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Garde Arts Center
325 State Street
New London, CT 06320 

This acclaimed and intense 4-hour workshop is for working actors, writers, directors, comedians, musicians, artists, producers, and entrepreneurs. It’s a bottom-line, no bull, insider’s approach to doing what you need to do to make a living creatively in this economic age. 

About Jim Jermanok

Jim Jermanok is an award-winning writer, director, producer, creative success expert, consultant and speaker. Jim has made five acclaimed features including “Em,”

“Passionada,” and “Agganis.” Passionada was released by Columbia TriStar in over 150 countries. His latest film “Em” recently won the Grand Jury Prize at the Seattle International Film Festival and the Criterion International Inspiration Award.

Jim started his career as an ICM (International Creative Management) Agent where he represented Alan Arkin, Helen Hayes, Arthur Miller, Shirley MacLaine, Dudley Moore, Henry Winkler and General H. Norman Schwarzkopf, among others. There he was privy to understanding and studying how actors, writers, directors, and producers succeed in the entertainment industry.

Learn more at www.jimjermanok.com

 

Jim will cover:

  • Distinguishing yourself and your projects
  • Creating industry professional promotional materials
  • Pitching yourself and your projects
  • Overcoming creative career self-sabotage
  • How to approach and obtain agents and managers
  • Understanding and succeeding with agents and managers
  • Working in film, television, theater, and new media
  • Effective networking and an easy networking system that works
  • Essential social media marketing

Extremely Discounted Price: $59
Reserve your spot today at
401-345-2532
Please pass this information to those who can benefit.

]]> http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=2649 0 CT’s Got Talent! http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2634 http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2634#comments Mon, 29 Apr 2013 12:46:10 +0000 Bridget http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2634

CT’s GOT TALENT!

The Prelims!

Wednesday, May 1 at 6pm
Zandri’s Stillwood Inn
1074 S.Colony Rd, Wallingford

Come join Brad Davis and Mary Jones for a Guys and Girls Night Out at one of their favorite locations! Dinner, conversation, fun, and laughter!
Brad and Mary are hosting a competition of CT Talent doing their stuff! It’s the Prelims leading to next month’s finals for the prizes and glory!

The Prize – Open under the dome at Chicago’s concert at The Toyota Oakdale in Aug and perform on FoxCT’s morning need the day after the finals! WOW!

Submit your 2 minutes or less video! Details on talkofconnecticut.com or Talk of Connecticut’s Facebook page!

Dinner $25 plus tax
Call (203) 269-6695 for reservations.
Don’t Wait! 

]]> http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=2634 0 CHRISTINE OHLMAN & REBEL MONTEZ..New Dates with Beehive Queen!!!! http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2644 http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2644#comments Fri, 26 Apr 2013 10:54:39 +0000 Bridget http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2644
Christine is honored and grateful to have been chosen #1 Female Americana vocalist in TheAlternateRoot.com‘s international readers’ poll.  She joins The Mavericks, Paul Thorn, Rosie Flores and Rodney Crowell as top placements.
CHRISTINE OHLMAN & REBEL MONTEZ..New Dates with Beehive Queen!!!!
Friday, April 26 9 pm  (doors 7 pm) VIOLET JAM at Stardust Plaza @The Verve Crowne Plaza  Natick, MA  1360 Worcester St. 508.416.1364 (21+older) ORDER ADVANCE TIX HERE   Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez get down, Beehive-style, at this extremely rockin’ monthly concert event. Violet Jam is known as “A Rock n’Pop Cocktail Party”.  Tix @ $15 include complimentary mixers & munchies (cash bar & premium drinks also available).  

For more info and reservations: www.violetjam.com

Sat. April 27  9 pm stage time (7 pm Doors& opener…more details to follow) Puck Live – 1 Printer’s Alley Doylestown, PA   215.348.9000 Advance TIx $15   Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez return to this long-running Philly-area nightspot on a Spring evening…and the Beehive Queen will throw down!  Come on out for the B-Queen hipshake, Philly-style…There’s great food from the Puck kitchen, too!!!   Watch for tix link to be posted soon. More info and menu at www.pucklive.com 

Wed, May 1 – 7:30 pm (doors 7 pm) New Orleans, LA.. The Palm Court 1204 Decatur St. 504.525.0200 - Christine guests at ”The Ponderosa Stomp & The New Orleans Musicians Assistance Foundation (NOMAF) present: R& B Prom with Li’l Freddie King, Guitar Lightnin’ Lee, and Christine (The Beehive Queen) Ohlman”ADVANCE TIX HERE!!  Come celebrate the New Orleans Musicians’ Clinic’s 15th Birthday!   Tix $35 (open seating in tables of 8) or $20 (Standing Room; not admitted until 8 pm). All tix include one glass of complimentary champagne & a piece of birthday cake!  Proceeds benefit the New Orleans Musicians’ Clinic and Assistance Foundation.
Thurs, May 2  9 pm  ”Down On The Bayou IV” (to benefit the New Orleans Musicians’ Clinic) THE REPUBLIC  New Orleans LA-828 St. Peters St. 504.528.8282   Advance Tix $35  TIX ON SALE HERE Christine comes on board to guest-star and co-emcee, joining JoJo Hermann of Widepread Panic, Dr. John, Marsha Ball, Bonerama, Papa John Gros, Harry Shearer, and MANY special guests, plus super-funky house band Reggie Scanlon & The New Orleans Suspects in what is sure to be one of the 2013 Jazz & Heritage Festival’s hottest tickets. Tix on sale March 29, but log on March 27 with the code word “Clinic” and get in on PRE-advance tix!!! Venue and tix info at www.republicnola.com
 Sunday, May 5  5 pm  Join Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez for “5/5 @5″ THE BREAD BOX THEATER  220 Valley St. Willimantic, CT (St. Paul’s Episcopal Church) ADVANCE RESERVATIONS AT:860.429.4220. Tix $15 Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez are proud to be part of the Spring 2013 schedule at this venue dedicated to collecting food and revenue for the Covenant Soup Kitchen and Food Pantry.  The sanctuary of St. Paul’s has been transformed into a hundred-seat theater with beautiful stained glass and a superb sound system. All proceeds of this volunteer program go to the charity.  Enjoy a very special semi-acoustic early-evening with The Beehive Queen for a very, very good cause!!!  Log on for more info and directions: www.breadboxfolk.org
new date!! Sat. June 1  8 pm (note earlier show time!-doors 7 pm)  THE KNICKERBOCKER CAFE  Westerly RI  35 Railroad Ave. 401.596.4225   GET TICKETS Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez return to the Knickerbocker with the Beehive Hip-Shake on a warm early summer’s night. The Knick is famous for its great sight lines and big, big dance floor.  There’s great food too (have the fish!!!) and the party lasts until 11 pm.   Log on to www.theknickerbockercafe.com for more info and dinner reservations.
Fri. June 7  7:00 (approx stage time..come early for seating) THE BLACK-EYED AND BLUES FESTIVAL  HARTFORD CT – BUSHNELL PARK PAVILLION (100 Wells Street) Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez light up this fest that consistently celebrates blues in the Capitol Region on a grand scale.  Fest is free, seating is on the ground, so come early and bring a blanket. More info later this Spring at www.blackeyedsallys.com
Sat. June 8   7:30 pm 1794 MEETINGHOUSE  New Salem, MA   26 South Main Street  978.544.5200 2013 Season Opener!!!   Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez are honored to kick off the season at this wonderful, historic Northern Massachusetts performance space  set in the pristine, tiny village of New Salem.  The Beehive Queen cherishes the many beautiful friendships formed here, and the B-Queen Hipshake will be on, big-time! As he did last year, soul brother supreme Mitch Chakour will sit in on keys!!!  Admission $15/children under 12 Free.   TIx link posted May 1! Log on to www.1794meetinghouse.org for more info 
new date!!  Sat. June 29   6 pm THE MYSTIC BLUES FESTIVAL Mystic Shipyard Stage  100 Essex St.  Mystic, CT  ADVANCE TIX HERE !! Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez headline and rock the main stage (www.mysticshipyard.com) at the premier outing of this brand-new 3-day fest. Watch for more details at www.mysticbluesfestival.com
new date!! Saturday, July 13  9 pm (one show only)  BRIDGE STREET LIVE  41 Bridge St. Collinsville, CT 860.693.9762   ADVANCE TIX HERE!!!!  The Beehive Queen returns to this pristine Northern-CT concert room that showcases the best in music with great sight lines and a fab dinner menu. Directions, menu and more info here:  www.41bridgestreet.com
new date!! Friday July 19 – 9 pm  THE TURNING POINT  Piermont, NY  468 Piermont Avenue  845.359.1089  ORDER ADVANCE TICKETS  TGIF on a hot, hot summer night as The Beehive Queen & The Montez Boys return to this showcase performance space that is rich in history for its long-running, top-notch presentation of the country’s best Americana, roots and blues artists.  Just up the Hudson from NYC, in the shadow of the Tappan Zee Bridge. Dine upstairs at Tequila Sal Y Limon(845.680.6740), too!  Advance tix $20.   More info and directions at www.turningpointcafe.com
festival date!! Thurs. July 25  8 pm The 2013 W.C. Handy Festival - Marriott Shoals Conference Center (ballroom)- 10 Hightower Place  Florence, AL 256.246.3600  Christine leads the charge with Muscle Shoals legends The Decoys and many special guests for the WC Handy Festival to benefit MSMA (Muscle Shoals Music Association) – show to be broadcast on “Muscle Shoals 2 Music Row Live”. Watch for more details!!
new date!! Sat. Aug. 3  7 pm  MUSIKFEST Bethlehem, PA  The Aetna Americaplatz Levitt Pavillion @ SteelStacks  The Beehive Queen returns to this historic FREE 10-day fest to rock Saturday night at the gorgeously-lit Steel Stacks. If you haven’t been to this fest, you owe it to yourself. Bethlehem has become a VERY hip hang, so come for the night..or two!  Watch for more details!!!  Learn more and get daily schedules for the nations’s longest-running 10-day non-gated music festival at:  www.musikfest.org
new date!! Wednesday, August 7  6-8 pm  BLUES ON THE BEACH AT MISQUAMICUT RI (at the Westerly Town Beach 365 Atlantic Ave. Westerly RI)  The Beehive Hip-Shake will be on, big-time, at the rockin’ beach. This is a long-running, super-cool summer concert series under the stars. Rain or shine……
West Coast!! Wed. August 14  THE ALADDIN THEATER Portland OR 3017 Milwaukie Ave.503.234.9694  Christine joins the Rockers in Recovery All-Star Band: Ricky Byrd, Liberty DeVitto, Mark Stein, Kasim Sulton, Richie Supa & Christine Ohlman for the start of their 2013 West Coast Swing!!! More info and tix link to be posted soon! More on the venue at: www.aladdin-theater.com
WEST COAST!! Saturday, August 17  8 pm The Fox Theater  Oakland CA  1807 Telegraph Ave. 510.302.2250   Christine joins the Rockers in Recovery All-Star Band on a West Coast swing. More details forthcoming!
West Coast!! Monday, August 19 8 pm  The Nokia Theatre  Los Angeles CA  777 Chick Hearn Ct. 213.763.6030  Christine joins The Rockers In Recovery Band All-Star Band as they appear as the special guest of Richie Sambora, continuing their West Coast swing. More details forthcoming!
new date!! Wed. August 28  7:30 pm Lake George Summer Concert Series – Lake George NY at Shepard Park  26 Old Post Road.  Join the Beehive Queen as she torches the last great week of the Summer of 2013 and brings this long-running concert series to a Hip-Shakin’ close. The Queen promises a night to remember, so Leap into Labor Day with her!
Concert takes place rain or shine. Call 518.668.2612 in the event of inclement weather for rain location. More info at www.lakegeorgearts.org/summer-concerts.
new date!! Sunday Sept. 1  4 pm (approx stage time..more details to follow) Blues, Views & BBQ Festival Westport CT  Levitt Pavilion For The Performing Arts- 40 Jessup Road (behind the town library)  Join Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez on Labor Day weekend at the beautiful, newly-redesigned Levitt for this long-running, end-of-summer tradition. BV&BBQ is always a blast.  Rock out the Summer of 2013 in hip-shakin’ style with the Queen!  More details soon atwww.bluesviewsbbq.com
new date!! Sat. Sept. 7 8 pm  THE NELSON ODEON Casenovia (Nelson) NY –  4035 Nelson Rd. 315.655.9193 Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez return to this warm & wonderful concert hall, a renovated Grange, nestled in the foothills of NY State. This is music country, and you won’t want to miss the third-season return of The Beehive Queen to the Nelson!  Tix link soon!  More info atwww.nelsonodeon.com
new date!! Saturday, Sept. 14  9:15 pm The MAPLE TREE CAFE  Simsbury, CT  781 Hopmeadow Rd.  (call 860.651.1291 for seating and reservations.) The Beehive Queen returns to this cozy Northern CT haunt with its great menu and big, big dance floor. Come for the wonderful food and the Beehive Hip-Shake, all night long!  Log on to www.mapletreecafe.com for more info.
new date!! Saturday, Sept. 20  9 pm  THE BULL RUN  Shirley MA  215 Great Road  978.425.4311  (in the Sawtelle Room) Join Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez as they make their premier appearance at this legendary Massachusetts concert club. Their motto is “Serving The Tired, Thirsty Traveler Since 1740.” Indeed! Join the Beehive Queen, and rock out historically!!!!! Tix link posted soon ($18 advance/$22 day of show). More info, directions, and menu:  www.bullrunrestaurant.com
tix link soon!! Sat. Sept. 21  8 pm Casey Cares Annual Rock n’ Roll All-Star Bash  Ram’s Head Live  Baltimore MD  20 Market Place  410.244.1131

The Beehive Queen goes solo, joining an all-star lineup to celebrate another year of this outstanding charity that serves children with catastrophic illnesses AND their families.  Their work is vital, and on this night every year we party to celebrate it!  More details and tix link in early summer….
new date!! Saturday, October 26  8 pm (doors at 7:30)  CONCERTS AT IMA / THE INSTITUTE FOR THE MUSICAL ARTS  Goshen, MA (for GPS, google “Williamsburg”) 165 Cape Street  (Rt 112)   413.268.3074   Tix avail this summer  AT (scroll down the page): http://www.ima.org/concerts.html    Benefit Harvest Dance & Bonfire with a Beehive Halloween Costume Twist!!!  Retro wear and Beehives encouraged!!!! In what is becoming a yearly tradition, join us for THE Halloween party of the year, as Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez light up this gorgeous barn/performance space (studio design by Electric Ladyland’s John Storyk) to support IMA and their slammin’ Rock n’ Roll Camp for Girls, which just celebrated its 11th Anniversary!  IMA is located just north of Northampton, with its beautiful shops and restaurants…Come and make a day of it, with the evening’s party the icing on the cake!!!  Tix $17 advance/$20 day of.  Directions and more info about IMA at www.ima.org 

new date!! Sunday, Oct. 27  5 pm stage time (Fest runs October 24-27, all day) LB ROXX NY Festival at the Long Beach Public Library   111 W. Park Ave. Long Beach, NY  516.432.7200

Join Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez on a Fall afternoon in beautiful, historic Long Beach (continuing its recovery this Spring from Hurricane Sandy). This FREE fest is an annual event and live music concept. Raffles on sale in upstairs lobby Friday-Saturday; Raffle drawing on Sunday at 3:15 pm. More info and full concert lineup soon at: www.longbeachroxxny.com

new date!! Sunday, Nov. 10  7 pm (one show only)  THE WOLF DEN at MOHEGAN SUN   Montville, CT – 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd. 1.888.226.7711 w/special guest Mitch Chakour

Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez will torch the stage of the always-free, always-fabulous Wolf Den for one show only….Soul Brother Mitch Chakour will join in and help the Beehive Queen gospelize!!! COME EARLY FOR BEST SEATING. The Sun always rocks, with great food and fun to be had all night long.    More info at: www.mohegansun.com
new date!! Friday, November 29  9 pm  Black-Eyed Sally’s  Hartford CT    350 Asylum Street   860.278.7427    Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez continue their tradition of Thanksgiving Friday’s  Beehive Blowout at the Capital Region’s “Home Of The Blues”….throw the leftover turkey in the ‘fridge and come on down for Sally’s great cookin’, plus the Beehive Thanksgiving Hip-Shake on Sally’s big, big dance floor!  Log on to www.blackeyedsallys.com for more info
new date!! Friday, December 20  9 pm (early show)   SECOND ANNUAL BEEHIVE HOLIDAY BLOW-OUT..Cafe Nine New Haven CT 250 State St. (corner of Crown)….watch for more details!  www.cafenine.com
]]> http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=2644 0 WHAT RESEARCH SAYS ABOUT PARENT INVOLVEMENT IN CHILDREN’S EDUCATION http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2617 http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2617#comments Wed, 24 Apr 2013 11:38:25 +0000 Bridget http://jakisbuzz.com/blog/?p=2617

With all the craziness in the world today as a  Mom I feel so strongly about the importance of truly PARENTING your kids! Your beautiful amazing kids deserve this. Read on for tip:

WHAT RESEARCH SAYS ABOUT PARENT INVOLVEMENT IN CHILDREN’S EDUCATION

Where Children Spend Their Time
• School age children spend 70% of their waking hours (including weekends and holidays) outside of school.

When Parents Should Get Involved
• The earlier in a child’s educational process parent involvement begins, the more powerful the effects.
• The most effective forms of parent involvement are those, which engage parents in working directly with their children on learning activities at home.

Impact
• 86% of general public believes that support from parents is the most important way to improve the schools.
• Lack of Parental involvement is the biggest problem facing public schools.
• Decades of research show that when parents are involved students have:

Higher grades, test scores, and graduation rates.
Better school attendance.
Increased motivation, better self-esteem.
Lower rates of suspension.
Decreased use of drugs and alcohol.
Fewer instances of violent behavior.

• Family participation in education was twice as predictive of students’ academic success as family socioeconomic status. Some of the more intensive programs had effects that were 10 times greater than other factors.
• The more intensely parents are involved, the more beneficial the achievement effects.
• The more parents participate in schooling, in a sustained way, at every level — in advocacy, decision-making and oversight roles, as fundraisers and boosters, as volunteers and para-professionals, and as home teachers — the better for student achievement.

Parent Expectations and Student Achievement
• The most consistent predictors of children’s academic achievement and social adjustment are parent expectations of the child’s academic attainment and satisfaction with their child’s education at school.
• Parents of high-achieving students set higher standards for their children’s educational activities than parents of low-achieving students.

Major Factors of Parent Involvement
• Three major factors of parental involvement in the education of their children:

1.  Parent’s beliefs about what is important, necessary and permissible for them to do with and on behalf of their children;
2. The extent to which parents believe that they can have a positive influence on their children’s education; and
3. Parent’s perceptions that their children and school want them to be involved.

Type of Involvement
• Although most parents do not know how to help their children with their education, with guidance and support, they may become increasingly involved in home earning and activities and find themselves with opportunities to teach, to be models for and to guide their children
• When schools encourage children to practice reading at home with parents, the children make significant gains in reading achievement compared to this who only practice at school.
• Parents, who read to their children, have books available, take trips, guide TV watching, and provide stimulation experiences contribute to student achievement.
• Families whose children are doing well in school exhibit the following characteristics:

1. Establish a daily family routine.
examples: Providing time and quiet place to study, assigning responsibility for household chores, being firm about bedtime and having dinner together.
2. Monitor out-of-school activities.
examples: Setting limits on TV watching, checking up on children when parents are not home, arranging for after-school activities and supervised care.
3. Model the value of learning, self discipline, and hard work.
examples: Communicating through questioning and conversation, demonstrating that achievement comes from working hard.
4. Express high but realistic expectations for achievement.
examples: Setting goals and standards that a re appropriate for children’s age and maturity, recognizing and encouraging special talents, informing friends and family about success.
5. Encourage children’s development/ progress in school.
examples: Maintaining a warm and supportive home, showing interest in children’s progress at school, helping with homework, discussing the value of a good education and possible career options, staying in touch with teachers and school stuff.
6. Encourage reading, writing, and discussions among family members.
examples: Reading, listening to children read and talking about what is being read.

Student Interest
• Most students at all levels- elementary, middle, and high school – want their families to be more knowledgeable partners about schooling and are willing to take active roles in assisting communications between home and school.
• When parents come to school regularly, it reinforces the view in the child’s mind that school and home are connected and that school is an integral part of the whole family’s life.

School and District Leadership
• The strongest and most consistent predictors of parent involvement at school and at home are the specific school programs and teacher practices that encourage parent involvement at school and guide parents in how to help their children at home.
• School initiated activities to help parents change the home environment can have a strong influence on children’s school performance.
• Parents need specific information on how to help and what to do.

Federal and State Requirements
• Parent involvement components are required in the federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), and various federal and state education programs including Early On, Michigan School Readiness Program and Title 1.

Obstacles
• School activities to develop and maintain partnerships with families decline with each grade level, and drop dramatically at the transition to middle grades.
• Teachers often think that low-income parents and single parents will not or cannot spend as much time helping their children at home as do middle- class parents with more education and leisure time.

Epstein’s Six Types of Parent Involvement
Joyce Epstein of Johns Hopkins University has developed a framework for defining six different types of parent involvement. This framework assists educators in developing school and family partnership programs. “There are many reasons for developing school, family, and community partnerships,” she writes. “The main reason to create such partnerships is to help all young succeed in school and in later life.”

Epstein’s framework defines the six types of involvement and lists sample practices or activities to describe the involvement more fully. Her work also describes the challenges inherent in fostering each type of parent involvement as well as the expected results of implementing them for students, parents, and teachers.

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