What: Kanzius Cancer Research Foundation Lecture
When: Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Where: Regency at South Shore
Cost: Free
Cancer. It is a disease that touches every one's life. It respects no one, from the lowliest to the leaders of the world. Medical science has found ways to treat the disease, but it seems the treatment is often as bad as the disease. What if we could develop a way to treat cancer that had no side effects? A treatment that didn't make you sick or destroy your body as it destroys the cancer?
Well, maybe we can.
On Wednesday, April 20, I went to a lecture at the Regency at South Shore highlighting the work of the John Kanzius Foundation. John Kanzius was the mastermind behind the idea that radio waves can be used to destroy cancer cells. As crazy as that sounds, researchers at M.D. Anderson in Houston and at the University of Pittsburgh have been able to kill human pancreatic cancer cells in mice using radio waves. And the mice seem to experience no ill effects from the treatment. How cool is this?
I spoke with Mark Neidig, executive director of the Kanzius Cancer Research Foundation after the lecture. We spoke of the progress being made in Houston and Pittsburgh, and Neidig's face lit up as he spoke with passion of the articles published, and the need for more funding. I asked him what other applications the radio waves could have besides curing cancer. He told me research is presently focused on cancer, but it would be possible for other illnesses to be treated this way, too.
Then why isn't more being done? I asked. Why don't more people get behind this? Neidig explained many people don't know about radio wave treatment, and because of the time involved in research, it is hard to keep the public interested. I am happy to share this information through my blog, and to refer you to www.KanziusCancerResearch.org. You will find information there on the latest research and articles published showing the results of this treatment, and information on how you can donate. You can also try www.repeatthewave.com. The potential for this is huge. Let's all get behind this and make it a reality.
On Thursday, April 28, 2011, there will be a rally in Perry Square at 4:00. Dr. Steven Curly, of the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, will be there to give us current information on the research efforts. I plan to be there, rain or shine, with my portable chair. Please join me in learning more and supporting this worth while cause.
Monday, April 25, 2011
Friday, April 8, 2011
Oh,what a night! The Navy comes to Edinboro
What: The United States Navy Band Sea Chanters
When: April 4, 2011
Where: Edinboro University Cole Auditorium
Cost: Free
What a fun concert this was! On Monday, April 4, the Navy Band Sea Chanters Chorus performed at Edinboro University. Their performance and professionalism was impressive and made for a great evening.
The Sea Chanters Chorus is the official chorus of the Navy. This was a surprise to me; I had no idea the Navy had a chorus. This mixed chorus of 22 voices was started in 1956 and performs many different kinds of music. The 2011 national tour includes 19 performances in 9 states; after Edinboro, the tour concludes in York.
The evening's performance included traditional numbers the Drunken Sailor and Ezekiel Saw the Wheel, and a beautiful arrangement of the Battle Hymn of the Republic. The second half of the program included more modern numbers, such as Java Jive and Coffee in a Cardboard Cup, a personal favorite. A young co-ed sitting in front of me was bouncing in her seat to Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, and I sang along to the Frankie Valli medley. In fact, I sang along to the rest of the program which included songs of the 60's, 70's, and 80's.
I am sure one reason for the group's existence is to be a recruiting tool. I cannot imagine how a young adult, thinking of the direction life should take, would not be impressed by this group. They were poised and confident, articulate and professional. If the Navy brought them to this level, it did an outstanding job.
There was a recruiting table in the lobby, and I took several of the brochures. I know almost nothing about the armed services, so I wasn't sure what to expect. What I saw wowed me. I learned about EOD (explosive ordinance disposal), Aviation Rescue Swimmers, SEAL, and the Reserves. What I read in the brochures was re-enforced by what I saw in the performance: pride, professionalism, and a job well done.
Incidentally, I found the navy's physical requirements for the programs listed above, all to be completed within the time listed: swim 500 yards in under 14 minutes with a 10 minute break; do 42 push-ups in 2 minutes with a 2 minute break; perform a minimum of 50 sit-ups in 2 minutes with a 2 minute break, perform a minimum of 6 pull-ups, no time limit, with a ten minute rest; and run 1.5 miles in under 12 minutes and 45 seconds. Whew! Go, Navy!
When: April 4, 2011
Where: Edinboro University Cole Auditorium
Cost: Free
What a fun concert this was! On Monday, April 4, the Navy Band Sea Chanters Chorus performed at Edinboro University. Their performance and professionalism was impressive and made for a great evening.
The Sea Chanters Chorus is the official chorus of the Navy. This was a surprise to me; I had no idea the Navy had a chorus. This mixed chorus of 22 voices was started in 1956 and performs many different kinds of music. The 2011 national tour includes 19 performances in 9 states; after Edinboro, the tour concludes in York.
The evening's performance included traditional numbers the Drunken Sailor and Ezekiel Saw the Wheel, and a beautiful arrangement of the Battle Hymn of the Republic. The second half of the program included more modern numbers, such as Java Jive and Coffee in a Cardboard Cup, a personal favorite. A young co-ed sitting in front of me was bouncing in her seat to Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, and I sang along to the Frankie Valli medley. In fact, I sang along to the rest of the program which included songs of the 60's, 70's, and 80's.
I am sure one reason for the group's existence is to be a recruiting tool. I cannot imagine how a young adult, thinking of the direction life should take, would not be impressed by this group. They were poised and confident, articulate and professional. If the Navy brought them to this level, it did an outstanding job.
There was a recruiting table in the lobby, and I took several of the brochures. I know almost nothing about the armed services, so I wasn't sure what to expect. What I saw wowed me. I learned about EOD (explosive ordinance disposal), Aviation Rescue Swimmers, SEAL, and the Reserves. What I read in the brochures was re-enforced by what I saw in the performance: pride, professionalism, and a job well done.
Incidentally, I found the navy's physical requirements for the programs listed above, all to be completed within the time listed: swim 500 yards in under 14 minutes with a 10 minute break; do 42 push-ups in 2 minutes with a 2 minute break; perform a minimum of 50 sit-ups in 2 minutes with a 2 minute break, perform a minimum of 6 pull-ups, no time limit, with a ten minute rest; and run 1.5 miles in under 12 minutes and 45 seconds. Whew! Go, Navy!
Friday, April 1, 2011
What: Rango
Where: Tinseltown
Cost: $6.00 admission plus $3.25 for a small Coke
Snow greeted me this morning as I walked out to my car: heavy, wet flakes that covered my windshield but couldn't muster the strength to stay on the pavement. The skies were overcast, but there was a promise of brightness as if the sun was patiently waiting...waiting...waiting for spring.
I, too, am waiting for spring but perhaps not so patiently. Since mid-February I have had this year's version of the cold that won't go away, a lingering and feverish feeling with hacking cough. I heard this morning it is lasting for most people two months, so I am right on time as my cough is disappearing. About time. I am able to be out but do nothing strenuous, so on Monday I went to Tinseltown for a matinee performance of Rango. It was the perfect way to spend an afternoon.
Rango is perhaps the most amusing and creative animation I have seen in a while. I laughed myself silly at the visual and verbal jokes--you have to pay attention in this film or you can miss the humor. It is the story of a lizard in search of himself who stumbles upon the town called Dirt in the Mohave desert. Dirt has a severe water shortage, and I don't think I am giving away the plot to say Rango the lizard finds both water and himself by film's end. The art is...well, the style of art is different. It took me a few minutes to get used to seeing stylized lizards, snakes and other wildlife, but once I did I it did not distract me from the story.
I throughly enjoyed the film, but I don't think children would. The humor can be subtle so I think it would appeal more to an older audience, but I am sure there are children who have seen it and enjoyed it.
And now a message about Pulakos. Those of you in southwest Erie with a chocolate addiction will be disappointed to learn Pulakos at 26th and Elmwood is closing. I was saddened to learn of this. Stopping at Pulakos while on the west side has become a habit. I especially enjoyed stopping for ice cream or sherbet on a hot summer's afternoon at the east window. It is hard to find an establishment which serves orange sherbet as Pulakos does, and now it looks as if I will have to find some place else. I know of only one other place to get orange sherbet, and I don't enjoy it as much as what I found at Pulakos. I will keep looking!
Where: Tinseltown
Cost: $6.00 admission plus $3.25 for a small Coke
Snow greeted me this morning as I walked out to my car: heavy, wet flakes that covered my windshield but couldn't muster the strength to stay on the pavement. The skies were overcast, but there was a promise of brightness as if the sun was patiently waiting...waiting...waiting for spring.
I, too, am waiting for spring but perhaps not so patiently. Since mid-February I have had this year's version of the cold that won't go away, a lingering and feverish feeling with hacking cough. I heard this morning it is lasting for most people two months, so I am right on time as my cough is disappearing. About time. I am able to be out but do nothing strenuous, so on Monday I went to Tinseltown for a matinee performance of Rango. It was the perfect way to spend an afternoon.
Rango is perhaps the most amusing and creative animation I have seen in a while. I laughed myself silly at the visual and verbal jokes--you have to pay attention in this film or you can miss the humor. It is the story of a lizard in search of himself who stumbles upon the town called Dirt in the Mohave desert. Dirt has a severe water shortage, and I don't think I am giving away the plot to say Rango the lizard finds both water and himself by film's end. The art is...well, the style of art is different. It took me a few minutes to get used to seeing stylized lizards, snakes and other wildlife, but once I did I it did not distract me from the story.
I throughly enjoyed the film, but I don't think children would. The humor can be subtle so I think it would appeal more to an older audience, but I am sure there are children who have seen it and enjoyed it.
And now a message about Pulakos. Those of you in southwest Erie with a chocolate addiction will be disappointed to learn Pulakos at 26th and Elmwood is closing. I was saddened to learn of this. Stopping at Pulakos while on the west side has become a habit. I especially enjoyed stopping for ice cream or sherbet on a hot summer's afternoon at the east window. It is hard to find an establishment which serves orange sherbet as Pulakos does, and now it looks as if I will have to find some place else. I know of only one other place to get orange sherbet, and I don't enjoy it as much as what I found at Pulakos. I will keep looking!
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Message in a Bottle art display, Schuster Gallery
What: Message in a Bottle art display
When: Through March 25, 2011
Where: Schuster Gallery, Nash Library, Gannon University
Cost: Free
The Schuster Gallery has done it again with a thought provoking and well done display of art from Center City Arts. This is a program of Stairways Behavioral Health. I was immediately intrigued when I learned CCA is located in the former carriage house at the former Rose Koehler Curtze mansion on East 26th Street. I once very vividly dreamed of this house and it stays with me still. The show, Message in a Bottle, was high on my list of places to blog.
I found the art work to be varied and impressive. It includes mixed media; glass, wire, and photo transfer; gourds; acrylic; pastel and watercolor; and print.
What immediately caught my eye was the display of glass, wire, and photo transfer. I have never seen anything like it, and I am guessing as to how it was done. Perhaps the photos were transferred to glass jars, and then the glass was heated until it flattened but was still recognizable. The peices are suspended by a wire. Remarkable and very creative.
The remaining pieces are a diverse mix of media and technique, color and imagery. Two in particular stood out for me.
First, artist Stephanie Gwitt works with abstract expression. Up close, her works are a collage of color and detail that seem overpowering, but from a distance take on depth and nuance. I never looked at abstract art in that way before. Her Queen of Roses made an impression on me.
Phyllis Weaver's Autumn Leaves was striking. From a distance, the work looked like artistically placed swirls of color, but on closer inspection the individual leaves, stems and veins were recognisable. It was like looking at leaves collected at the bottom of a pool.
This was my first experience with Center City Art. You can bet I will be back. This display will be open to the public until March 25.
When: Through March 25, 2011
Where: Schuster Gallery, Nash Library, Gannon University
Cost: Free
The Schuster Gallery has done it again with a thought provoking and well done display of art from Center City Arts. This is a program of Stairways Behavioral Health. I was immediately intrigued when I learned CCA is located in the former carriage house at the former Rose Koehler Curtze mansion on East 26th Street. I once very vividly dreamed of this house and it stays with me still. The show, Message in a Bottle, was high on my list of places to blog.
I found the art work to be varied and impressive. It includes mixed media; glass, wire, and photo transfer; gourds; acrylic; pastel and watercolor; and print.
What immediately caught my eye was the display of glass, wire, and photo transfer. I have never seen anything like it, and I am guessing as to how it was done. Perhaps the photos were transferred to glass jars, and then the glass was heated until it flattened but was still recognizable. The peices are suspended by a wire. Remarkable and very creative.
The remaining pieces are a diverse mix of media and technique, color and imagery. Two in particular stood out for me.
First, artist Stephanie Gwitt works with abstract expression. Up close, her works are a collage of color and detail that seem overpowering, but from a distance take on depth and nuance. I never looked at abstract art in that way before. Her Queen of Roses made an impression on me.
Phyllis Weaver's Autumn Leaves was striking. From a distance, the work looked like artistically placed swirls of color, but on closer inspection the individual leaves, stems and veins were recognisable. It was like looking at leaves collected at the bottom of a pool.
This was my first experience with Center City Art. You can bet I will be back. This display will be open to the public until March 25.
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Watson-Curtze Mansion
What: Watson-Curtze Mansion, Wedding Dress Collection
When: March 2, 2011
Where: Watson-Curtze Mansion, 6th and Chestnut Streets
How Much: $5.75 (admission plus gift shop expense)
Today I went to the Watson-Curtse Mansion. I hadn't been to the mansion in several years, and I was saddened at what I saw. The building is worn and in need of a face-lift. There were not many people there; perhaps if more people came, there would be greater cash flow to support the work of the Erie County Historical Society.
I went especially to see the latest exhibit at the mansion, The Wedding Dress Collection. This collection showcases 30 wedding dresses worn between 1798 and 1980. The dresses are stunning not only in their style, variety, color and workmanship, but in the individuality of the wearer. Each dress is unique and I am sure made each bride beautiful on her special day.
There are two dresses which stood out for me. The first is from 1916; I love the clothes from WWI and this three piece dress of fine lawn is exquisite. My other favorite is from 1957, a beautiful gown of tulle and chantilly lace. It was designed and made by the bride's mother.
It is difficult to find fault with the display as I know very little of the care and display of vintage clothing. However, in an ideal world the display could have been improved in two ways. First, the dresses are sometimes placed far behind the barriers, and it is difficult to see the details. I appreciate fine workmanship, and it was disappointing not to get a closer look. Second, the first dress I saw in the foyer looked a bit rumpled and in need of a steam press. I hope that was just an oversight in an otherwise nice display.
Don't let my suggestions for improvement turn you off from seeing the display because it is otherwise very enjoyable to view. The staff did well with this and should be thanked for their efforts. Please see this before the exhibit changes.
When: March 2, 2011
Where: Watson-Curtze Mansion, 6th and Chestnut Streets
How Much: $5.75 (admission plus gift shop expense)
Today I went to the Watson-Curtse Mansion. I hadn't been to the mansion in several years, and I was saddened at what I saw. The building is worn and in need of a face-lift. There were not many people there; perhaps if more people came, there would be greater cash flow to support the work of the Erie County Historical Society.
I went especially to see the latest exhibit at the mansion, The Wedding Dress Collection. This collection showcases 30 wedding dresses worn between 1798 and 1980. The dresses are stunning not only in their style, variety, color and workmanship, but in the individuality of the wearer. Each dress is unique and I am sure made each bride beautiful on her special day.
There are two dresses which stood out for me. The first is from 1916; I love the clothes from WWI and this three piece dress of fine lawn is exquisite. My other favorite is from 1957, a beautiful gown of tulle and chantilly lace. It was designed and made by the bride's mother.
It is difficult to find fault with the display as I know very little of the care and display of vintage clothing. However, in an ideal world the display could have been improved in two ways. First, the dresses are sometimes placed far behind the barriers, and it is difficult to see the details. I appreciate fine workmanship, and it was disappointing not to get a closer look. Second, the first dress I saw in the foyer looked a bit rumpled and in need of a steam press. I hope that was just an oversight in an otherwise nice display.
Don't let my suggestions for improvement turn you off from seeing the display because it is otherwise very enjoyable to view. The staff did well with this and should be thanked for their efforts. Please see this before the exhibit changes.
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
A reason for being
Dear Readers,
Welcome to my blog. The purpose of this blog is to share my impressions and experiences of activities in Erie County, Pennsylvania and the surrounding area. I will go any where my budget allows: restaurants, lectures, concerts, museums, bookstores, libraries, whatever. I hope to keep the entries relatively short (less than 500 words) and from time to time add photographs of the life and beauty of this area.
Today is March 1, 2011. I have a list of places to go this month so stay tuned!
Welcome to my blog. The purpose of this blog is to share my impressions and experiences of activities in Erie County, Pennsylvania and the surrounding area. I will go any where my budget allows: restaurants, lectures, concerts, museums, bookstores, libraries, whatever. I hope to keep the entries relatively short (less than 500 words) and from time to time add photographs of the life and beauty of this area.
Today is March 1, 2011. I have a list of places to go this month so stay tuned!
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