Thursday, February 25, 2010

Enjoy an evening at the Empire

Besides being one of the most uniquely beautiful buildings in Greater Grand Forks, the historic Empire Arts Center has become a downtown hub of great entertainment.  Their schedule includes everything from Blues and Bluegrass concerts to movie classics and classic Broadway plays.  Plus, the Empire’s wide variety of events offers something for every member of the family…from Grandpa Joe to Joe the toddler!

As proof of its diversity, just take a look at the Empire’s upcoming schedule: 

• February 26, 7:30 PM – Monroe Crossing with Trinity Trio (Bluegrass Concert)
• February 27, 7:30 PM – Brandon Scott Sellner (Budweiser Blues Series Concert)
• March 4, 7 PM – Red River High School Orchestra
• March 6, 7 PM – Buddy Holly & Roy Orbison Tribute
• March 7, 6:30 PM – 2^nd Annual Red Carpet Academy Awards Celebration
• March 8, 7 PM – Schroeder Middle School Orchestra
• March 18 & 19, 7 PM – “Pirates of Penzance Jr." (Schroeder Middle School Musical)
• March 25 & 26, 7:30 PM – “Oliver!” (Valley Middle School Musical)
• March 27, 7:30 PM – GGF Symphony Orchestra (Young Audience Concert)
• March 28, 2 PM – GGF Symphony Orchestra (Young Audience Concert)
• March 31, 7 PM – “Slap Shot” (Art & Democracy Film Series)
• April 1, 7:30 PM – Little Bobby & the Storm (Budweiser Blues Series Concert) 

For further details on these events and information on purchasing tickets, go to www.empireartscenter.com. 

While you’re in our trendy Downtown District, you should definitely check out the terrific dining and nightclub scene.  Some of the local favorites include The Toasted Frog, Rhombus Guys Pizza, Joe Black’s, Sander’s 1907, Blue Moose Bar & Grill, Whitey’s Café, Boardwalk Bar & Grill and Level 10 Martini Bar.  More information on these and all Greater Grand Forks restaurants and bars may be found on the Dining and To See & Do sections of this website (www.visitgrandforks.com).

Posted by Shelley