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The County TimesThursday, May 2, 2013 42Circus Back In TownBy Alex PanosStaff WriterCole Brothers Circus of the Starsreturns to Leonardtown next week,featuring a new tiger act and high wireexhibition this year, as well as Hugo, abasketball playing baby elephant.“He’s a sportsman,” said RonWest, marketing director, of Hugo,adding medium and larger elephantswill be on hand in addition to the baby.The Tabares Troupe performs thehigh wire act, and West expects themto jump back and forth from wire.Princess Vicenta’s tiger act consistsof one orange and several whitetigers – which West says performtricks that dazzle all ages.In addition to the new performances,old circus favorites will returnto Leonardtown.Lana will perform classic illusions,West continued, such as sawinga person in half or mysteriously disappearinginside a box.Daredevils ride motorcycles insidea globe, known as the Thunder-Drome, with up to three cycles speedingaround each other in the globe atonce.West said kids especially enjoy theFassio family’s dog act, the elephants,tigers and “of course old faithful.”“The clowns always put a bigsmile on everybody’s face,” West said.Though there are new featuresto the show this year, old staples suchas the illusions, clowns and humancannonball help keep the circus aspeople remember it – and West addedCole Bros. circus remains as it was“yesterday.”“We have kept it unique, and it’sstill the real circus,” West said.In a hectic world, he hopes the circuscan provide an outlet to relax andhave fun.He thinks people should look forwardto the joy and excitement the circusbrings to town because the showfeatures everything from exotic tigersto a human cannonball.“It starts with a roar and endswith a bang,” West said. “We all needa little smile, we all need a little lovein our heart, and hopefully the circusgives that back to them.”The shows will be held at 4:30 and7:30 p.m. on Monday, May 6 and Tuesday,May 7 at the St. Mary’s CountyFairgrounds.Tickets for children 13 and youngerare free online at gotothecircus.com, and adult general admission seatsare on sale for $16. General admissionmay be upgraded to $4 reserve seatswhile supplies last.alexpanos@countytimes.netPhotos Courtesy of Ron West
What’sWhat’s43 Thursday, May 2, 2013The County TimesGoing OnThursday, May 2• Gretchen Richie Jazz – The Songs ofSinatraCafe Des Artistes (41655 Fenwick Street,Leonardtown) – 6 p.m.• Dave NorrisDB McMillan’s (23415 Three Notch Road,California) – 6 p.m.• Spring FestivalSt. Mary’s County Fairgrounds (42455Fairgrounds Rd, Leonardtown) – 5 p.m.• Franklin Square BandTequila Grill & Cantina (30320 TriangleDrive Charlotte Hall) – 7 p.m.• A Day Off EarthToot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road,Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m.Friday, May 3• Country Memories BandVera’s White Sands Beach Club (1200White Sands Drive, Lusby) – 7 p.m.• Fast Eddie and the Slow PokesRuddy Duck Brewery (13200 DowellRoad, Dowell) – 8 p.m.• Moriah Morgan Student Art ShowThe Leonardtown Arts Center (22660Washington St. 2nd Floor) – 5 p.m.• Steppin Out in Leonardtown – FiestaFirst Friday and Fiesta Weekend May 2-4Town square, Leonardtown – 5 p.m.• Karaoke with DJ DaveRunning Hare Vineyard (150 AdelinaRoadPrince Frederick) – 7 p.m.• Fortune Favors the BraveToot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road,Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m.Saturday, May 4• Random ImpactSea Breeze Restaurant (27130 South SandgatesRd., Mechanicsville) – 8 p.m.• Country Memories BandSt. Mary’s Landing (29935 Three NotchRoad, Charlotte Hall) – 4 p.m.• Fran ScuderiRunning Hare Vineyard (150 AdelinaRoadPrince Frederick) – 12 p.m.• Swing AwayRuddy Duck Brewery (13200 DowellRoad, Dowell) – 8 p.m.In Entertainment• Charles ThompsonToot’s Bar (23971 Mervell Dean Road,Hollywood) – 8:30 p.m.• David FloodMorris Point Restaurant(38869 MorrisPoint Road,Abell) – 5 p.m.•Country Memories BandCalvert Marine Museum (14200 SolomonsIsland Rd S, Solomons) – 3 p.m.• Folk Salad TrioCalvert Marine Museum (14200 SolomonsIsland Rd S, Solomons) – 11 a.m.• Hydra FXVera’s White Sands Beach Club (1200White Sands Drive, Lusby) – 9:30 p.m.• Bar DogsGridiron Grill (20855 Callaway Village,Callaway) – 8:30 p.m.• Redwine Jazz TrioThe Westlawn Inn (9200 Chesapeake Avenue,North Beach) – 7:30 p.m.Sunday, May 5•Country Memories BandSt. Mary’s Landing (29935 Three NotchRoad, Charlotte Hall) – 4 p.m.• GrooveSpan TrioRunning Hare Vineyard (150 AdelinaRoadPrince Frederick) – 1 p.m.• Bar DogsChief’s Bar (44584 Tall Timbers Road,Tall Timbers) – 3 p.m.Monday, May 6• Cole Brothers CircusSt. Mary’s County Fairgrounds (42455Fairgrounds Rd, Leonardtown) – 4:30 and7:30 p.m.Tuesday, May 7• Cole Brothers CircusSt. Mary’s County Fairgrounds (42455Fairgrounds Rd, Leonardtown) – 4:30 and7:30 p.m.• Steve and RustyRuddy Duck Brewery (13200 DowellRoad, Dowell) – 7 p.m.•Fair WarningDB McMillan’s (23415 Three Notch Road,California) – 5 p.m.We Cater To Your Needscorporate events • social gatherings • weddingsluncheons • breakfasts • holidays • and More!Personalized Touch CateringOffering Two Great Venues For Your Special Dayfidelity hallChancellor’s Run RoadSeats 200 Peopleweddingpackagesavailablethe crystal rooMCallawaySeats 400 PeopleNon - Smoking Halls • Banquet Tables and Chairs • Dance Floor • Free Ample Parkingon-site, off-site or to go services!On-Site Catering by Personalized Touch Catering • Customized, Professional Menu PlanningLinen and China Rental • Full Liquor License and Bar Services On-Siteon-site, off-site or to go services!www.pt-catering.comOwned and operated locally in Hollywood since 1996 by Patty Sparks(301) 373-3253 • (301) 904-9899 • Psparks428@aol.comThe County Times is always looking for more localtalent to feature! To submit art or band information for ourentertainment section, e-mail alexpanos@countytimes.net.Please submit calendar listings by 12 p.m. on theTuesday prior to our Thursday publication.Menu Coming Soon!www.RuddyDuckBrewery.com
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