Program: SAISD Facilities Task Force Report; speakers: Dr. Brian May and Lorenzo Lasater; location: The Cactus Hotel Ballroom; sponsor: Family Power Sports and Concho Educators Federal Credit Union

Art Thursdays are a fun-filled afternoon of hands-on art activities. Kids accompanied by an adult can be creative with four differenct art activitires. 2:00 -6:00 p.m. and are only $1.00 per person. FMI call 325-653-3333 or go to www.samfa.org

The Art Walk is scheduled for Thursday, May 15th from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.   Participants are listed on the flyer (see map here ), and trolley service will be provided.  For more information call (325) 655-1234 or (325) 653-3333. Please help us to get the word out!

Zack Walther and company have it all, proof of which can be obtained on any given Wednesday night at Gruene Hall where Walther has secured a weekly gig. Walther recently signed with Austin Universal Entertainment, one of the largest entertainment agencies in Southwest Texas. Perhaps some very important people are thinking he and his boys are going to go far. He is a little Pat Green mixed in with Motley Crue. Don't mis his duo with his star guitar player, Luke Leverett. Just don't ask them to play "Dancing Queen" by Abba.

What do you get when you mix a jazz, country, and rock sound with four music majors from the University of North Texas in Denton? You get an up-and-coming Texas country music group that call themselves the Eli Young Band. With influences of Tom Petty, Aerosmith, and Hall & Oates, the group crosses rock with soul sounds and good old Texas country lyrical poetry. “I wouldn’t exactly label us as country or rock. While we’ve been influenced by artists in each of those genres, we lean more towards Alt Country. More here: www.sanangelolive.com/node/67. On Rich O'Toole?

Michael Blanc, MD, cardiologist with Community Medical Associates, makes a presentation on congestive heart failure at the conference rooms at San Angelo Community Medical Center. Admission is Free. Coffee, water, and snack will be served. Limited Seating. Call 947-6262 to reserve seats.

6:30 - 9:00 p.m. - Hosted by Angelo Events & Tents and D'Vine Wine. This event will be located at the Courtyard at D'Vine Wine. Join us for san Angelo's first cooking class with Chef Joel Trueblood of TruBlue Catering. Tickets are now on sale at D'Vine Wine for this delicious event. FMI call 325-812-4163.

By admission, the Dallas-based band, Macon Greyson, plays a variety of music from country to soul to all kinds of rock-and-roll, even the harder stuff. “Our music crosses a lot of borders,” said lead singer and guitarist Buddy Huffman. More here with a Podcast: www.sanangelolive.com/node/2396.

Casey has been packing the music venues from Lubbock to College Station, but this is the first time to San Angelo. This is a hot band!

Drawing their influences from rock, punk, alt-metal, and glam, The Valentine Failures emerged from the debris of a crumbling Dallas music scene in the summer of 2005. More here: www.myspace.com/thevalentinefailures

Second annual "Soup Kitchen Open" to benefit Wesley United Methodist Church soup kitchen. $55 entry fee covers green fee, cart, and lunch catered by R.J.'s Barbecue.  Entry forms plus entry fee must be received by May 12. For more information call 325-277-2996.

This Armed Forces Day, the Military Affairs Committee of the San Angelo Chamber of Commerce will host a Bar-B-Que for all active-duty military personnel and their families.  This day of food and fun is planned to show our appreciation to our military neighbors.

Arena football at the Caliseum.

7:00 p.m. at 542 Riverwood - Come casual and enjoy great music while digging into piles of spicy boiled shrimp and vegetables. Featuring the music of the Acoustix. $45.00 per person. Limit 50 reservations. Must reserve by May 12th. 325-658-5877.

Miles From Nowhere was formed in the summer of 2004 when Merrol Ray decided he was through with being a guitar for hire and knew it was time to do his own thing. With a few phone calls, the genesis of what would become Miles From Nowhere was conceived. Merrol found himself a drummer then called his younger cousin Adam. He knew Adam would be interested because he would occasionally bring his guitar over and sing parts of songs that he had learned. Practicing in Merrol's Dad's welding shop, they began auditioning bass players with none quite working out.

This Psychobilly / Rockabilly / Punk band from Austin is fairly new, and breaking out with original songs like "She's Alive" and "Dirt Pile." For more info: http://www.myspace.com/thegrindingwheels

Collins, who plays a unique kind of country-alt/Americana, is a little bit of a newcomer to the Texas music scene, having spend some years pursuing a degree in business and finance from The University of Texas. But in 2005, his music gained greater heights for the 29-year-old from Houston: first in the release of his debut album "Something Better" (Fat Caddy Records, 2005) and then, just a few months later, when his band played the 2005 Austin City Limits Music Festival to a standing-room-only crowd.

The Colts begin the 2008 season with six games on the road before returning to San Angelo for their home opener at Foster Field on Tuesday, May 20, 2008. First pitch will be at 7:05 p.m., and following the game fans will be treated to a Fireworks Show sponsored by Adobe Signs & T-shirts and KLST. Call 325-942-6587 for more information.  

Workforce Solutions of the Concho Valley in partnership with the Concho Valley Workforce Development Board will be hosting its annual community Job Fair on Wednesday, May 21, at the Wells Fargo Pavilion from 10 am-3 pm.  This year's event will bring as many as 80 employers under one roof.  Employers may recruit, interview, and even hire candidates for their available positions.  Co-sponsors for the Job Fair are: the San Angelo Chamber of Commerce, San Angelo Standard-Times, KLST TV, KSAN TV, and Media Advantage.  For more information, contact Beth Kerr at Workforce Solutions at 325-653

Art Thursdays are a fun-filled afternoon of hands-on art activities. Kids accompanied by an adult can be creative with four differenct art activitires. 2:00 -6:00 p.m. and are only $1.00 per person. FMI call 325-653-3333 or go to www.samfa.org

The Hunter McKithan Band is a rising force in the Texas/Red Dirt music scene. With well-seasoned songwriting skills to back up their gifted musical and instrumental talents, HMB can be counted on to put on an energetic and rousing live performance. Their original tunes will have you tapping your foot or maybe even dropping the proverbial tear in your beer.

PBR's Copenhagen Bull Riding Challenging Tour will bring some of the rodeo's rankest bulls and toughest cowboys to San Angelo Coliseum. Seats go for $15 to $35. Tickets can  be purchased at  Blair's Western Wear, Elite Physique, or  the San Angelo  Stock Show and Rodeo  Association office.  Call 325-653-5622.

Zack Huckabee is also no stranger to Blaine’s Pub or San Angelo. As a youngster, Zach Huckabee was forever playing around with his grandmother’s guitars and at ten years old she finally made him a deal: Learn to play one and it’s yours. A month later Zach had his first axe and he’s never looked back; coming a long way from his first few cords, to learning his first song, a Bob Willis tune, entitled “Deep Water,” to the present, where he tours with a tight threesome, playing the country music circuit.

"Spiderman 3" fans be aware. This band's hit single, "Portrait of a Summer Thief" made the movie's soundtrack. They'll rock the Penny. More here: www.myspace.com/soundsunderradio.

The Hell Caminos are a Psychobilly band hailing from Honolulu, Hawaii. Their debut CD "Through the Day And Through the Night" shows their extreme versatility. Easily moving from rockabilly into punk into swing, they show you what it's like living on sleep-deprivation, caffeine, and women. Consisting of Michael Camino (upright bass), Nick Danger (guitar), and Handsome Jack (skins), they bring you into their world, full of voodoo roads, slinky dames, and cheap honkytonks. Their music is astounding.

Kyle Park has already accomplished a lot for a young man of 22. At the tender age of 17, he participated in a walk-on performance on the top-rated Sammy and Bob radio show in Austin (KVET-FM). Since then, Kyle's songs have been in rotation on the playlist while the band is considered by many in the business as one that will go places in the competitive Texas Music scene. The single "Somebody's Trying to Steal My Heart,” off his first CD Big Time, continues to get a large amount of airplay and has become a favorite among Texas Music fans.

The rush of rock-n-roll can be powerfully addictive and with Adrenaline Factor at the wheel, it’s sure be a white-knuckle ride. Fueled by high-octane riffs and boozy bad-boy lyrics howled by Lee "Bon"Scott, Adrenaline Factor’s self titled debut is a tire-screeching soundtrack for cruising and carousing. Songs like “Wrong Number” and “Boozin’ Susan” ratchet up the voltage of AC/DC while “Seven Beer Bitch” echoes with a Van Halen-esque guitar shuffle.

You don’t see a rock band very often that features a violinist—much less one that also boasts a cello player and a keyboardist—and while six is a lot of people to pile on a stage the size of the Steel Penny’s, it was definitely a treat in the form of ear candy. The band had a repertoire of tracks that kept the listener engaged, and a power to convey feeling more concisely with the appropriate medium.

The San Angelo Community Band will perform a FREE Memorial Day Concert at the Paseo de Santa Angelo on Monday, May 26, 2008, at 7:00 p.m.    The Paseo is located directly across from Fort Concho, 630 S. Oakes.  For additional information contact Joe Faia, 374-5328

Art Thursdays are a fun-filled afternoon of hands-on art activities. Kids accompanied by an adult can be creative with four differenct art activitires. 2:00 -6:00 p.m. and are only $1.00 per person. FMI call 325-653-3333 or go to www.samfa.org

Josh has come a long way since playing on tailgates at the local rodeos. He joined his first band in early 2003 playing local honky-tonks and bars. Most recently he had the privilege of playing with the Southern Breeze Band out of Liberty, Texas. Southern Breeze being one of the most popular Texas Swing Bands in the state gave Josh the stage time and experience needed to stretch out on his own and pursue a life long dream.

The Captain Legendary Band blends several elements of roots American music and classic country. Their style also merges traditional, progressive folk, bluegrass, and southern rock into a brew that pleases even skeptics of country music. Originally from Baton Rouge, LA, the band has developed a loyal following throughout the Southeast as well as in Texas. Fans appreciate their vintage style and honest story telling. Talented songwriters and entertainers, their live shows are a high energy party where everyone has a good time.

This band is excellent. Upon closer investigation, they were even better. Headed by frontman Buster Crash, the band includes bassist Lefty DeMarco, “kicking your ass single-handedly.” DeMarco plays with intense skill—without a left hand to hold down the fret board! Using just the “nub” of his left arm, DeMarco depressed the strings with such a speed and talent he could have had two sets of working fingers at the end of that one arm, instead of none. More here: www.sanangelolive.com/node/2834.

From their last show here: I’d never heard them cheer so loud, but Saturday night, at The Steel Penny, Mothers Anthem played a set that could make any person’s leg shake. The chairs had been cleared and the floor was packed full; you had to wonder if these guys knew what it was like to write a bad song. More with a Podcast: www.sanangelolive.com/node/4077.

Blacksmiths galore AND the Chicken Farm Art Center AND The San Angelo Blues Society's answer to American Idol. It is a hoot and will be hootier with more participants. There are three categories of competition. You may enter one or all by being there and announcing your intentions.  Nice prizes to the winners. Competition starts around 2:00 p.m. CFT (Chicken Farm Time), on the Gazebo stage, amplified acoustic. There are usually three judges who may well take bribes.

Matt Martindale, long time lead singer, guitar player, and writer for the Texas based band Cooder Graw, has headed out on his own. Martindale has penned such Texas anthems as "Llano Estacado", "Better Days", "Lifetime Stand", "Clarksdale", "That Girl Crystal", "Two More Tears in Texas", "Booger on my Finger", and many notable others. Now Martindale has taken his pen out on the road once more, with new beginnings.

Rock-n-roll is about to get blasted by a fabulous New Disaster and the misfits behind the trigger make no apologies for the wreckage. "I want to play rock-n-roll that's young, dangerous and heavy," says guitarist and singer Natchet Taylor. "I want music to be utterly depraved and beautiful like Guns N Roses, Rose Tattoo, the Stooges and the Dead Boys." For more, see www.myspace.com/newdisasteratx.

Their music is a provocative blend of rock, R&B and hip-hop, seemingly having evolved from ‘old school’ roots. An example of this odd, but alluring musical concoction is evident in their modern rendition of the Beatle’s classic, “Eleanor Rigby.” More here: www.sanangelolive.com/node/898.

June 2-6, 2008Beginning Session 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.:$55 for YMCA Member/$65 fo non-YMCA Member. The focus will be on basic skills--balance, turning, ollie, and etc.Intermediate Session 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.:$70 for YMCA Member/$80 for non-YMCA Member. The focus will be on skills development and tricks. Skate competition on Friday to show off new tricks! Lots of cool prizes will be given away.Special Guest: Skate Pro Charlie Thomas from Crimson SkateboardsAll participants will be required to wear protective helmet while skating.

June 2-6, 2008Beginning Session 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.:$55 for YMCA Member/$65 fo non-YMCA Member. The focus will be on basic skills--balance, turning, ollie, and etc.Intermediate Session 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.:$70 for YMCA Member/$80 for non-YMCA Member. The focus will be on skills development and tricks. Skate competition on Friday to show off new tricks! Lots of cool prizes will be given away.Special Guest: Skate Pro Charlie Thomas from Crimson SkateboardsAll participants will be required to wear protective helmet while skating.

June 2-6, 2008Beginning Session 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.:$55 for YMCA Member/$65 fo non-YMCA Member. The focus will be on basic skills--balance, turning, ollie, and etc.Intermediate Session 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.:$70 for YMCA Member/$80 for non-YMCA Member. The focus will be on skills development and tricks. Skate competition on Friday to show off new tricks! Lots of cool prizes will be given away.Special Guest: Skate Pro Charlie Thomas from Crimson SkateboardsAll participants will be required to wear protective helmet while skating.

June 2-6, 2008Beginning Session 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.:$55 for YMCA Member/$65 fo non-YMCA Member. The focus will be on basic skills--balance, turning, ollie, and etc.Intermediate Session 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.:$70 for YMCA Member/$80 for non-YMCA Member. The focus will be on skills development and tricks. Skate competition on Friday to show off new tricks! Lots of cool prizes will be given away.Special Guest: Skate Pro Charlie Thomas from Crimson SkateboardsAll participants will be required to wear protective helmet while skating.

Art Thursdays are a fun-filled afternoon of hands-on art activities. Kids accompanied by an adult can be creative with four differenct art activitires. 2:00 -6:00 p.m. and are only $1.00 per person. FMI call 325-653-3333 or go to www.samfa.org

Take plenty of heartache, two near death experiences, a whole lotta "backroadin" therapy, a couple of bar scars, the perfect farmer's tan, combine it with meaningful lyrics, a soulful voice, solid guitar work and you've got Bill Rice. He is truly one of the brightest new stars in the Texas music scene.

June 2-6, 2008Beginning Session 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.:$55 for YMCA Member/$65 fo non-YMCA Member. The focus will be on basic skills--balance, turning, ollie, and etc.Intermediate Session 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.:$70 for YMCA Member/$80 for non-YMCA Member. The focus will be on skills development and tricks. Skate competition on Friday to show off new tricks! Lots of cool prizes will be given away.Special Guest: Skate Pro Charlie Thomas from Crimson SkateboardsAll participants will be required to wear protective helmet while skating.

Josh Grider's latest record, “A Million Miles to Go” was released in August 2007. Grider’s first hit song, “Crazy Like You,” was on it. It’s about finding a girl to love that is just as crazy as you are. “It’s also about leaving your ego in check,” Josh adds. “Crazy Like You” roared up the Texas Country Music Chart into the top 10. Today it is still in the top 50. And the trio's live performances are excellent--stand up bass and all! For a Podcast interview, see http://www.sanangelolive.com/node/3546

Fueled by Keith Irish’s unique bass style, drummer David Irish’s screams, and lead singer/guitarist Karl Irish’s guitar work, the band blends influences from Gene Vincent to the Stooges. All three members are brothers with the last name Irish, hence The Irish Brothers. The band has had their current line-up since September 1998, though brothers Karl and Keith have been playing together ever since Keith picked up the bass about ten years ago. Since then, they've been spreading their music across the country.

The sound of Terill Avenue is a different sound than you probaly used to hearing these days. With a perfect blend of rock and hip hop, TA is sure to reach all sorts of different crowds. Terill Avenue's crowd has been growing and growing each show. With the help of friendly venue owners they have been making a name for themselves for the last year now. With their first CD almost ready to be realeased, we should see some very good things from this young, talented, rocking band.

Arena football.

Trying to find a niche for Shafter’s music has been a blessing and an asset. They have played at Texas country mainstay Blaine’s Pub and they’ve also played at the rockin’ Steel Penny. Ed Fawcett, partner at the Penny, says he hasn’t seen a band that good in a short while. “They can play rock, and they can play covers. And the covers are good, original interpretations,” Fawcett says. Shafter, who is one class shy of graduation from South Plains College’s commercial music program, has a band of true musicians.

Having perfected the hard rock template by the late '70s with their trademark fusion of bluesy rhythm, crunchy riff and shoutalong chorus, AC/DC have been victim to 30 years of bare face rip-offs. Rarely, however, has a band sounded so gleefully exuberant in recycling old tricks as Broken Teeth do on this latest barnstorming release. Leading from the front, vocalist Jason McMaster, a bona fide monster of rock himself, has that rare duality of veteran expertise and the vitality of a man half his age.

A review of their last show at The Penny: It’s a custom you’ve likely seen and/or taken part in at other bars around town, but Saturday night at the Steel Penny, one patron took to table dancing just before Vallejo appeared on stage to rock the house. The mood of the night followed in these wobbly footsteps. It was an evening of released inhibitions, and our dancer would see another opportunity to perform. As is Vallejo custom, the Steel Penny stage met its capacity when on the last song men, women, and even grandmas took their chance to dance with the band.

Eva O' Connor, romance writer, will talk about self-publishing.

Eva O' Connor, romance writer, will talk about self-publishing.