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Chicago Tribune
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Community news: Valparaiso band to perform and native plant workshop
Purdue Extension, Soil and Water Conservation District, Indiana Farm Bureau, Shirley Heinze Land Trust, and Diverse Corn Belt Project are partnering to hold a Farmer-to-Farmer Conservation Commodity Field Day from 8 a.m. to Noon on July 15. Participants will tour farms in Lake and Porter Counties. Bus transportation will be provided. Pickup will be at the Lake County Purdue Extension and Soil and Water Conservation District Office, 2291 N. Main St., Crown Point. Box lunches also will be provided. Topics to be covered include commodity conservation practices, adding a rotation (winter wheat), diversifying and building market channels for diversified crops. Register by Tuesday at For more information, contact Rebecca Koetz at 219-755-3240 or email busser@ Marking its fifth annual appearance, the Valparaiso Community/University Concert Band, conducted by Jeffrey Scott Doebler, will perform at 7:15 p.m. on July 9 at the 49er Drive-In Theater, 675 N. Calumet Ave., Valparaiso. Box office opens at 7 p.m. The band will play a 45-minute concert before the start of the first feature of the evening. The band's repertoire will include a variety of music to entertain audiences of all ages. The tentative program includes 'Homeward Bound,' by John Philip Sousa; 'Caribbean Beach,' by Michael Boo; 'Vuelo,' by Salvador Jacobo; and 'Popcorn,' by Gershon Kingsley. Tickets are $10 for ages 12 and older, $5 for ages 5 to 11 and free for children younger than 4. The Valparaiso Community/University Concert Band is open to musicians of all ages, without audition. Since its founding in 1993, the band has performed hundreds of concerts in northwest Indiana. In addition to their 49er Drive-In concert, they will make their annual appearance at the Porter County Fair on July 23. During the academic year, the band performs the Family Weekend concert at Valparaiso University, Veterans Day Dinner at the Porter County Expo Center, Julefest Christmas pops concert, Community Band Festival and Sousa Concert. More information can be found at or email Doebler at Everybody Counts is seeking area residents with disabilities who would like to become active and effective leaders in the fight to protect valuable programs and services. The local disability rights agency is offering free scholarships to 'Nothing About Us Without Us: A Disability Empowerment Unconference,' a training event to be held Aug. 27 to 31 at the JW Marriott in Indianapolis. Individuals with minimal previous experience but a passion to work for positive change are encouraged to apply. For more information or to access an online application, contact Jeremy Warriner at 317-402-7255 or Teresa Torres at 219-769-5055. Join the Lake County Master Gardeners for a free program on 'Creating Curb Appeal with Native Plants in Existing Gardens' with Chris Baran at 10 a.m. July 12 at Purdue Cooperative Extension – Lake County, 2293 N. Main St., Crown Point (building adjacent to Lake County Government Center). Adding native plants to existing garden beds is a simple way to boost curb appeal while supporting pollinators and improving soil health. Baran, the founder and principal designer of Resilient Design LLC, a Chicago-based firm focused on sustainable and naturalistic landscapes, will lead the discussion. To reserve a space, contact lakecountymastergardeners@ or use the link to register, Linda Curley, Purdue University Extension Educator, will present 'Managing Money: A Caregivers Guide to Finances' in partnership with the Alzheimer's Association from 10:30 to Noon July 14 at Purdue Extension-Lake County, 2291 N. Main St., Crown Point. For those with a loved one facing Alzheimer's disease, dementia or another chronic illness, the program will help participants better understand the costs of caregiving and the benefits of early planning. Register at or by calling Diana at 219-755-3240. Spots are still available for Camp Lakeside's summer day camp, which runs daily through Aug. 8 at 36 S. Fish Lake St., Valparaiso. Hosted by Opportunity Enterprises, Camp Lakeside is an integrated summer camp for kids with and without disabilities. Each week of camp represents a unique theme in addition to art, STEM, archery, gardening and more. Upcoming weekly themes include Life of a Robot, Red Carpet Awaits, Life is a Beach, Edible Exploding Exciting Science and Rock n' Roll Through the Ages. The weekly registration fee is $200. For more information, including sponsor-level information and registration, visit
New York Post
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Paul Simon, 83, abruptly cancels concerts due to ‘chronic and intense back pain'
Still achy after all these years. Music legend Paul Simon was forced to cancel two concerts at the last minute this weekend due to 'chronic and intense back pain.' The 'You Can Call Me Al' singer, 83, was scheduled to perform at the Academy of Music in Philadelphia on Saturday, June 28, and Sunday, June 29. Advertisement 7 Paul Simon was forced to cancel two concerts at the last minute this weekend due to 'chronic and intense back pain.' Rick Davis / 7 Simon was scheduled to perform at the Academy of Music in Philadelphia on Saturday and Sunday. CBS via Getty Images Simon took to Instagram shortly before the Saturday show's scheduled start to announce that both concerts had 'regretfully' been canceled because of his startling injury. Advertisement 'Regretfully, Paul Simon must cancel two shows tonight June 28 and tomorrow night June 29 – at Philadelphia's Academy of Music,' the statement began. 'Paul has been struggling with chronic and intense back pain,' it said. 'Today it became unmanageable and demands immediate attention.' 7 Simon took to Instagram shortly before Saturday's show would have kicked off to announce that both concerts had 'regretfully' been canceled because of his injury. Paul Simon/Instagram Simon also revealed that he is scheduled to undergo a 'minor surgical procedure' to fix his back pain and hoped to 'complete the tour' after the surgery. Advertisement 'Unfortunately we have to cancel these shows at this time, as we don't have the ability to reschedule them,' the statement continued. 'However, we are hopeful after this minor surgical procedure which has been scheduled in the next few days, Paul will be able to complete the tour as well as look into returning to make up these dates.' Ticket holders for both shows were offered a 'full refund.' 7 Simon also revealed that he is scheduled to undergo a 'minor surgical procedure' to fix his 'unmanageable' back pain. AFP via Getty Images The 'Still Crazy After All These Years' musician's announcement came just two days after he performed at the Academy of Music on Thursday, June 26. Advertisement The Post has reached out to Simon's rep for comment. Meanwhile, fans rushed to social media to wish Simon well amid his sudden and worrying injury. 7 Fans rushed to social media to wish Simon well amid his injury. CBS via Getty Images 'Heal well Paul!' one person commented alongside the announcement. 'Rest good and heal up, Mr Simon,' another fan wrote. 'We need you healthy.' 'Just landed in Philadelphia from Scotland for the concert, gutted!' a third disappointed fan said. 'Hope it's nothing serious, get well soon.' 'Feel better soon, the songs are great!' a fourth added. 7 'Rest good and heal up, Mr Simon,' one fan wrote. 'We need you healthy.' CBS via Getty Images Advertisement The artist announced his current 'A Quiet Celebrations Tour' back in February shortly after performing 'Homeward Bound' alongside Sabrina Carpenter during the 'Saturday Night Live 50th Anniversary Special.' Simon's decision to launch a new tour came as a surprise, especially because the crooner had seemingly retired from the road in 2018 due to hearing loss. Besides performing tunes from his 2023 LP 'Seven Psalms,' Simon has played songs from both his decades-long solo career and his time as one-half of Simon & Garfunkel. 7 The 'Graceland' singer announced his current 'A Quiet Celebrations Tour' back in February. Getty Images for PEN America Advertisement Edie Brickell, Simon's wife of 33 years, has also performed with the legendary hitmaker during the recent gigs. 'I'm going through my repertoire and reducing a lot of the choices that I make to acoustic versions,' he told 'CBS Mornings' earlier this year regarding the tour and his hearing loss. 'It's all much quieter.' Simon's next concert date is currently scheduled for July 7 in Long Beach, Calif. The tour is set to conclude in Seattle, Wash., on Aug. 3.
Newsweek
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Dog Jumps in Water, What Cat 'Needy' Sibling Does Next Melts Hearts
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A bonded pair of animal siblings have gained viral attention for their lake-side display of loyalty, after a cat's unexpected leap into the water to follow a dog delighted viewers on TikTok. Shared by the duo's owner under @mooseandpeach, the June 23 video shows the cat and dog both wearing pet life jackets on a paddleboard in a calm, scenic lake. As soon as the dog jumped into the water, the cat followed—highlighting a comically inseparable bond that has captured the hearts of millions on TikTok. The clip has been viewed more than 3.6 million times and liked by over 578,000 users to date. "My cat refuses to be separated from my dog," read the on-screen text, while the caption below added a famous quote from the romantic drama The Notebook: "If you're a bird, I'm a bird." Viewers were able to see the dog leaping confidently into the water, tail wagging as it paddled away from the board. What shocked viewers, however, was the cat's instinct to immediately follow, launching itself after the dog without hesitation. While cats are often portrayed as aloof or independent, this video offered a glimpse of a different side—one that values companionship so deeply it defies feline stereotypes. The reaction online has been swift and affectionate, with some commenters sharing their own stories of pets with unbreakable bonds while others simply poked fun at the lighthearted viral moment. "May this kind of loyalty find me one day," one viewer said. "Life is so weird sometimes," another added. "A cat swimming…Because it's needy…for a dog." Another asked: "Did the dog teach him how to swim?" "He's like I trust four legs more than two in the wild," a different viewer shared. "Or he's seen Homeward Bound and believes in his team mate." "Never seen a cat willingly jump into the water," another said, while another added: "They are definitely partners in crime." "You guys got it wrong that's an orange cat he wanted to let the dog know I can still get you if I want," another viewer said. "This is literally so cute I can't stand it," another commented. Newsweek reached out to @mooseandpeach for more information via TikTok. Stock image: A puppy and a kitten stare at one another while sitting in front of a lake. Stock image: A puppy and a kitten stare at one another while sitting in front of a lake. Getty Images Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
New Indian Express
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Bassist Carol Kaye tells AP she's declining Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction, 'Permanently'
NEW YORK: Carol Kaye, a prolific and revered bassist who played on thousands of songs in the 1960s including hits by the Beach Boys, Simon & Garfunkel and Barbra Streisand, told The Associated Press on Friday that she wants no part of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. "I've declined the rrhof. Permanently," the 90-year-old Kaye said in an email to the AP. She said she has sent a letter to the Hall saying the same thing. Her remarks come two days after a Facebook post — since deleted — in which she said "NO I won't be there. I am declining the RRHOF awards show." Kaye was set to be inducted in November in a class that also includes Joe Cocker, Chubby Checker and Cyndi Lauper. She said in her deleted post that she was "turning it down because it wasn't something that reflects the work that Studio Musicians do and did in the golden era of the 1960s Recording Hits." Kaye's credits include the bass lines on Simon & Garfunkel's "Homeward Bound," the Beach Boys' "Good Vibrations" and the Monkees' "I'm a Believer." Along with drummer Hal Blaine and guitarist Tommy Tedesco, she was part of a core of heavily used studio musicians that Blaine later dubbed "The Wrecking Crew." Kaye hated the name, and suggested in her Facebook post that her association with it was part of the reason for declining induction. "I was never a 'wrecker' at all," she wrote, "that's a terrible insulting name." Kaye's inductee page on the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame website makes no mention of the moniker. Hall representatives had no immediate comment. Many artists have been inducted in their absence or after their death, and in 2006 the Sex Pistols became Hall of Famers despite rejecting their induction. In 2022, Dolly Parton initially declined her induction, saying someone more associated with rock 'n' roll should get the honor. But she was convinced to change her mind and embrace the honor.
New York Post
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Bassist Carol Kaye says she's declining Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction — permanently
Carol Kaye, a prolific and revered bassist who played on thousands of songs in the 1960s including hits by the Beach Boys, Simon & Garfunkel and Barbra Streisand, told The Associated Press on Friday that she wants no part of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. 'I've declined the rrhof. Permanently,' the 90-year-old Kaye said in an email to the AP. She said she has sent a letter to the Hall saying the same thing. Advertisement 3 Carol Kaye played an Epiphone hollowbody electric guitar during a studio session in April 1966. Getty Images Her remarks come two days after a Facebook post — since deleted — in which she said 'NO I won't be there. I am declining the RRHOF awards show.' Kaye was set to be inducted in November in a class that also includes Joe Cocker, Chubby Checker and Cyndi Lauper. Advertisement She said in her deleted post that she was 'turning it down because it wasn't something that reflects the work that Studio Musicians do and did in the golden era of the 1960s Recording Hits.' Kaye's credits include the bass lines on Simon & Garfunkel's 'Homeward Bound,' the Beach Boys' 'Good Vibrations' and the Monkees' 'I'm a Believer.' 3 Kaye was invited to be inducted with a class that includes Joe Cocker, Chubby Checker and Cyndi Lauper. AP Along with drummer Hal Blaine and guitarist Tommy Tedesco, she was part of a core of heavily used studio musicians that Blaine later dubbed 'The Wrecking Crew.' Advertisement Kaye hated the name, and suggested in her Facebook post that her association with it was part of the reason for declining induction. 'I was never a 'wrecker' at all,' she wrote, 'that's a terrible insulting name.' 3 An undated photo showed Kaye and Bill Pitman playing in a studio session. Kaye's inductee page on the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame website makes no mention of the moniker. Advertisement Hall representatives had no immediate comment. Many artists have been inducted in their absence or after their death, and in 2006 the Sex Pistols became Hall of Famers despite rejecting their induction. In 2022, Dolly Parton initially declined her induction, saying someone more associated with rock 'n' roll should get the honor. But she was convinced to change her mind and embrace the honor.
