The Lookout: Port photographer trots away with best of show

A Newburyport photographer outshined the field to capture the top prize in the Newburyport Art Association's "Fall Members Juried Show — Part 1."

Vivian Earabino's digital "Equine Silhouette" beat out 206 entries from 116 artists for the $100 Mary Alice Arakelian Memorial Award for Best of Show.

"Looking at Vivian's photograph is like solving the eternal mystery of what is real and what is evocative and abstract," wrote judge Lynda Roscoe Hartigan, chief curator at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem.

The show, which features traditional and digital photos, printmaking, mixed media, fine crafts and sculpture, runs through Sept. 14 at the association's galleries at 65 Water St. in Newburyport.

Other award-winners are:

Tom Robinson-Cox of Gloucester, Institution for Savings Charitable Foundation Award for Photography for "Inner Light," $75.

Jacob Towle of Newburyport, Newburyport Five Cents Savings Bank Award for Mixed Media for "Memories," $75.

Jeff Forman of Fremont, N.H., Newburyport Area Industrial Development Foundation Award for Sculpture for "The Bull," $75.

Barbara Nachmias-Kedesdy of Newbury, Strem Chemical Award for Printmaking for "The Radiant Mahoe," a monoprint, $75.

Don Grover of Amesbury, Sam Sargent Award for Excellence in Fine Craft for "The North Jetty," $75.

Linda Germain of Haverhill, Laura Coombs Hills Award for General Excellence for "Wonder," a monotype, $25.

Judy Robinson-Cox of Gloucester, honorable mention for her photograph, "Walk in the Park."

Doug Johnson of Newburyport, honorable mention for his seed bead weaving, "Saturday on March's Hill."

The second part of the Fall Members Juried Show opens Sept. 19 and runs through Oct. 12, and will feature oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel and drawing.

Gallery hours are Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. Call 978-465-8769 or visit www.newburyportart.org.

A jazzy ending to Maudslay season

Jazz legend Rebecca Parris closes out the 16th annual summer concert season at Maudslay Arts Center in Newburyport Saturday night.

Parris, who takes the stage at 7 p.m., has been an annual favorite at the outdoor amphitheater within Maudslay State Park on Curzon Mill Road.

She has performed throughout the world with her own groups as well as some of jazz's legends, including Dizzy Gillespie, Buddy Rich and Woody Herman.

Patio seats are $20 and lawn seating (bring your own chairs or blankets) is $18. Children 12 and under are welcome for free. Concert-goers are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner. Desserts and drinks will be for sale as well.

In the event of rain, the converted barn adjacent to the main stage serves as the rain location. Call 978-499-0050 or visit www.maudslayartscenter.org.

Strike up the band for West Newbury's finale

The Merrimack Valley Concert Band takes to the West Newbury Community Bandstand behind the 1910 Building on Route 113 tonight for one last show this summer.

Led by Karen Franson Mundo, the 40-member group boasting musicians from around the region strives to keep the spirit of community band music alive in its concerts. The band has spent its summer performing throughout the area, including shows in Amesbury, Ipswich, Groveland as well as in New Hampshire and Maine.

Tonight's program will feature a variety of musical selections, including patriotic pieces like "America the Beautiful" and the "Anchors Away" march; familiar movie hits, including "As Time Goes By" and "Singin' in the Rain;" and popular tunes, such as "Blue Moon" and "Copacabana." "God Bless America" will cap off the performance.

The concert starts at 6:30 p.m. and is the final performance in the town's free summer concert series. The bandstand is located behind the 1910 Building in West Newbury. The rain location is the adjacent Town Hall Annex.

After a two-week vacation, the band will resume rehearsals on Tuesday, Sept. 23. For more on the concert, call 978-363-1100 or visit www.town.west-newbury.ma.us. For details on the band, including how to join the organization, visit www.mvcband.org.

A local voice for Moseley Woods concert

Amesbury singer-songwriter Carl Cacho shares his talents tonight for the season finale of the Summer Concert Series at Moseley Woods in Newburyport.

Known for his lyrical, narrative songs, Cacho's music is a nod to bluegrass, 1950s rockabilly and folk/pop. He has released two albums, including his latest, "Spark."

He was nominated for a Boston Music Award for Outstanding New Singer/Songwriter, won the Rose Garden Coffeehouse Singer/Songwriter Competition, and was a finalist in both the Telluride Troubadour and Sierra Songwriter's Festival songwriting contests.

The show, postponed from last month due to rain, goes off from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the park at Merrimac and Spofford streets. The free concert is presented by the Friends of Moseley Woods. Donations to support the maintenance of the park are welcome.

Visit www.MoseleyWoods.com for more.

Exploring the world of bats at wildlife refuge

"What's Happening to Our Bats" is the focus of tonight's Friends of Parker River National Wildlife Refuge's Coffeehouse Lecture at the refuge headquarters, 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport.

Susi VonOettingen, a scientist with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, will highlight the natural history of the bats in this area and discuss a disease that has been striking hibernating bats, causing them to die off.

The program goes fro 7 to 8 p.m. Bird-friendly coffee and pastries will be for sale with proceeds benefiting the nonprofit friends group that supports the refuge. Registration is not necessary. Call 978-465-5753 or visit http://parkerriver.fws.gov.

Author's latest takes readers 'East of Boston'

Stephanie Schorow highlights her newest book, "East of Boston," tonight from 6:30 to 7:30 at The Book Rack, 52 State St., Newburyport.

Schorow combines history, folklore and more in her story set in the Harbor Islands that lie off the coast of Massachusetts just east of Boston. She is also the author of "The Crime of the Century."

Admission to the reading is free. Call 978-462-8615 or visit www.bookrackbookstore.com.

'Sacred Harp' communal singing in Newbury

First Parish Church in Newbury presents its next "Sacred Harp" afternoons, a communal sing based on the early music of New England, on Sunday from 3 to 5:30 p.m.

Participants will sing four-part a cappella harmony from "The Sacred Harp," a sharp-note tune book first published in 1844 in Georgia. The Sacred Harp tradition itself dates back to 19th century New England, and is thought to possibly be the oldest home-grown musical tradition in the country.

The music is an eclectic mix of early New England hymns and southern camp meeting songs, but the singing is nondenominational. No musical experience is required.

Admission is free. To learn about Sacred Harp singing, visit http://www.fasola.org.

Bike ride, evening stroll wind through state park

A Wheels in Motion bike ride pedals through Maudslay State Park on Curzon Mill Road in Newburyport on Sunday from 2 to 3 p.m.

Beginners of all ages are invited to travel the park's trails with the park interpreter, who will make periodic stops to highlight areas of significance.

The ride starts from the field across from the main parking lot. Ages 16 and under must wear helmets.

On Tuesday, a slow-paced evening stroll heads out from 5:30 to 6:30. It leaves from the park headquarters. Ages 5 and up are invited.

Both programs are free. Registration is not required. Call 978-465-7223.

Tea party brewing at the Whittier Home

The Whittier Home, 86 Friend St., Amesbury, is holding an old-fashioned tea party in its garden on Wednesday, Sept. 3, at 2 p.m.

Enjoy tea (hot or cold), lemonade, sandwiches and desserts. Tickets are $15. Call 978-388-1337 to reserve a spot.

'World Without Us' author visiting Port

The Newburyport Literary Festival and the Essex County Forum presents "An Evening with Alan Weisman," author of the New York Times best-seller "The World Without Us," on Thursday, Sept. 4, at 7 p.m. at Old South Church, 29 Federal St., Newburyport.

"The World Without Us" portrays an earth where humans have vanished into thin air, a planet that nature has been allowed to repossess. Through the beautiful devastation of the man-made world, Weisman grapples with the ancient human dilemma of how to coexist with the mysterious forces of nature that simultaneously support and threaten mankind.

Weisman is also the author of "An Echo in My Blood," "Gaviotas: A Village to Reinvent the World," "The United States Border with Mexico" and "We, Immortals." He is laureate associate professor in journalism and Latin American studies at the University of Arizona, where he leads an annual field program in international journalism.

He will discuss his book and the concerns that prompted it at next week's program. Admission is $10. Students are welcome for free. Copies of his book will be available for purchase. The program is underwritten in part by Chase & Lunt Insurance and Strem Chemical. Call 978-465-1257.

Perspective on a 'Winter in Paris'

Amesbury photographer Robert Chiller takes viewers to Paris in a new exhibit of his work at The Provident Bank branches in Amesbury.

Chiller's "Winter in Paris" exhibit features shots from his trip overseas last year.

"Selecting from a mixture of cameras, development processes and formats, I investigate the varying ways these differing vehicles capture the world," Chiller said in a press release. "My images highlight my infinite fascination with perspective and light, using both black-and-white and color techniques."

Chiller owns Chiller Photographic Images in Amesbury, where he teaches classes. His work has been featured in national publications.

His exhibit runs through Oct. 3 in the bank's branches at 5 Market St. and on Route 110. A wine and cheese reception featuring a chance to win one of Chiller's pieces takes place Thursday, Sept. 11, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the main office branch on Market Street.

Plum Island House Tour ready to roll

The Plum Island House Tour spotlights six local homes when it steps off Saturday, Sept. 6, from 9:30 a.m. to noon, rain or shine.

An extra half-four has been added to this year's tour to allow for more viewing time at each house. Refreshments will be served at one of the stops.

Transportation to the homes is by bus only. Free parking will be available at Plum Island center.

Tickets are $25. Call 978-462-9802 or 978-465-9394 for reservations.

Workshop on 'Art of Clear Communication'

Odonata Ecovillage Initiative hosts a daylong workshop on "The Art of Clear Communication with Self and Others" on Saturday, Sept. 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Bennett Forest Retreat, 52 Rogers St., West Newbury.

The workshop will be led by Bruce Davidson and Linda Reimer, founders of Sirius Ecovillage in Shutesbury. They have spent 30 years working with groups and individuals to foster right relationship and nonviolent communication.

The cost is $90, which includes an evening concert with singer-songwriter Charley Thweatt. The California performer has shared his uplifting music for workshops with Hugh Prather, Ram Das and Deepak Chopra. Tickets for the concert only are $15 in advance, $18 at the door.

For more on the workshop or concert, call Lyra Engel at 978-465-3935 or visit www.odonatavillage.org.

Photo Safari set for Custom House Museum

Essex Heritage hosts a Photo Safari Saturday, Sept. 6, at the Custom House Maritime Museum, 25 Water St., Newburyport.

Sponsored by camera and lens companies, and co-hosted by Essex Heritage and Hunt's Photo & Video of Melrose, the four-hour program combines historic site exploration with education on current digital photography advances.

Photographers of all levels are welcome. Participants will receive handouts and a goodie bag. Registration is required. The cost is $50, $25 for Essex Heritage members. Visit www.EssexHeritage.org/photosafari¬ or call Essex Heritage at 978-740-0444.

Essex Heritage is also hosting is annual Essex Heritage Photo Contest. Photos must have been taken in the Essex National Heritage Area between Nov. 10, 2007, and Oct. 1, 2008. Submissions are due by Oct. 1. For more, visit www.EssexHeritage.org/photocontest/.

Historical society hosting Appraisal Day

The Historical Society of Old Newbury is sponsoring its 2008 Appraisal Day in Saturday, Sept. 13, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Cushing House museum, 98 High St., Newburyport.

Expert appraisers will include Colette Donovan, textiles; Sandy Lepore, paintings; Charles Fairbrother, clocks and clock repair; Luanna Meader, jewelry; Byron Getchell, silver; Kem Widmer, stamps and coins; and John McInnis and Chris Snow, furniture, porcelain arts and curios.

Tailgate appraisals will be available for larger items. Clear, large photographs of artifacts in all categories will also be accepted.

The cost is $8 per object, $20 for three items. For more, call the historical society at 978-462-2681.

Greek Orthodox church tees up golf outing

The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church is hosting a golf outing on Wednesday, Sept. 17, at Ould Newbury Golf Club in Newbury.

The shotgun start begins at 12:30 p.m. The entry fee is $100, and includes 18 holes of golf with a cart, gifts, prizes, dinner and a raffle. Dinner will follow at Nicholson Hall on Harris Street in Newburyport. For information or to register, call Byron Matthews at 978-462-2750.

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