RTP-area local music and culture

[Heather LaGarde <heather AT barnstarvintage.com>]

ONLY THREE MORE SATURDAYS THIS SEASON!  COME ON ALONG!
This week in Saxapahaw  --MAXWELL/MOSHER!
Maxwell/Mosher is comprised of Tom Maxwell and Ken Mosher, founding 
members of the now defunct musical phenomenon The Squirrel Nut 
Zippers.   With an exuberantly eclectic mix of jazzy instrumentals, 
syncopated rhythms and smart lyrics , Maxwell/Mosher is a sophisticated 
evolution of the Zippers' musical narrative; not quite Swing but a 
beautifully forged connection between classic songs and modern works 
defined by enthusiasm, romance, menace and raggedy authority.    Don’t 
miss them!
Bands play from 6-8 on the Haywagon Stage next to the meadow 
amphitheater .

The Farmers' Market is at its peak with everything good under the sun - 
come on out, support your local hardworking farmers and treat yourself 
to something delicious, fresh and lovingly grown! - Blueberries, Wine, 
Flowers, Tomatoes, Jellies, Chutney, Honey, Tarts, Fresh Organic Breads 
and Baked Goods, Pork, Sausage, Eggs, Squash, Watermelon, Cantaloupe 
and More.  And The Barbecue Joint will be with us serving great fresh 
entrees for hungry picnicers.  Delicious dishes for everyone to enjoy! 
5-8pm

FOR THE KIDS-  Bring your suits - The Fantastic ZipBoat is up and 
running along with the Giant Slip-N-Slide, sprinklers games and arts 
and crafts for the children! Created and run by Saxapahaw's local 
quality of life organization CERES, with thanks to the Saxapahaw 
Rivermill, Anderson Homes, Great Outdoor Provision Company, and 
Southern States for helping make the kids activities possible!5-8pm

The Saxapahaw Rivermill Farmers' Market, Music Series and Kid's 
Activities take place every Saturday from 5-8pm through August 26th. 
All events are in downtown Saxapahaw outside next to the Post Office 
and across from the Saxapahaw Rivermill. It's a beautiful day out and 
all are welcome.  A complete summer schedule, lists of bands, farmers, 
directions, pictures, maps and events can be found at 
www.rivermillvillage.com/farmers.html

AND
While you are in Saxapahaw swing by the Saxapahaw Rivermill on the 
bridge side to view a special work from internationally-renowned 
sculptor J. Seward Johnson’s “Man On The Street” series. “Yuck Go 
Fetch” depicts a man and his dog and has been placed along with 19 
other sculptures from the series around Alamance County to commemorate 
the 50th anniversary of the Alamance County Arts Council in partnership 
with The Sculpture Foundation. The sculpture collection depicts people 
in everyday life poses. Each life-size sculpture is incredibly 
realistic – the textures, colors and details are achieved with hours of 
intense labor. One sculpture can take up to two years to produce.   The 
sculptures will be view through the end of October. A brochure with a 
map listing the places of the 20 sculptures will be on hand at the 
Market. www.artsalamance.com
AND
Saxapahaw based Paperhand Puppet Intervention begins their yearly 
Forest Theater production TODAY!! Friday the 11th of August! Shows run 
every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through September 3rd at the Forest 
Theater in Chapel Hill. ($10)  The Show will continue Sept 8th and 9th 
at the Museum of Art in Raleigh ($15)
As the Crow Flies : Tales From Four Directions
Stories from around the world, illuminated in a myriad of puppetry 
styles.  Giant puppets, masks, stilts, painted cardboard and shadows 
come to life with live music.  It is an incredible experience to attend 
a Paperhand performance – truly transporting and unforgettable! 
www.paperhand.org