BEGIN:VCALENDAR CALSCALE:GREGORIAN X-WR-TIMEZONE;VALUE=TEXT:US/Central X-WR-CALDESC:\n PRODID:-//Apple Computer\, Inc//iCal 1.0//EN X-WR-CALNAME:Clowning X-WR-RELCALID:5E050ADE-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-CALP VERSION:2.0 BEGIN:VTIMEZONE LAST-MODIFIED:20070301T121356Z TZID:US/Central BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20021027T070000 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20030406T010000 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20031026T020000 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20040404T010000 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20041031T020000 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20050403T010000 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020924T170820Z SUMMARY:South East Clown Association 2002 Convention\, Altamonte Springs \, FL • Theme: Healing the World One Smile at a Time • Staff: Harry Alle n\, jack Anderson\, Jim & Bonnie Blank\, Timmy Bond\, Donna Branham\, Me rvyn ìSpokeî Brazil\, Graham Cracker & Jam\, Leo & Glenda Desilets\, Jac kie Gardner\, \"Rusty\" Gorgans\, Efrain ìHappyî Guerrero\, Jim Howle\, Kitty Kuhr\, Jackie LeClaire\, Leon McBryde\, Chuck Sidlow\, Carol Spaul ding\, Rob Torres and more. • For more information contact\, Stan Stroms ky (941) 772-3472 or email\, DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20020930 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20020925 UID:5E050F42-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020923T015352Z SUMMARY:Texas Clown Association Convention\nSeptember 25 - 29\, 2002\nMi dland\, TX\n\nWhere You Will Enjoy: Oscar MuÒoz\, Mayor Clancey\, Marvin Hardy\, \nThe Rock Solid Safety Team\, Classics By Barbi\, Daytona Mag ic\, \nFace Painting With Snazaroo and many other fine\, friendly folks! \n\n\n\nContact: Linda \" Greenie\" Greene\nPhone: (915) 689 - 9579\nE-mail: \n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20020930 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20020925 UID:5E051482-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020923T015452Z SUMMARY:Bucket of Fun 2002\nSeptember 27-29\, 2002\nDes Moines \n\nFeatu ring: Duane Laflin\, Rex Nolen and Connie Lyons.\n\nYou'll get three day s of quality clown education\, a delicious and delightful Saturday eveni ng dinner/show\, some great hospitality and a lot of fun! \n\nHoliday In n Merle Hay (special $59 room rate)\, (515) 278-0271.\nCost: $75 if you pre-register before September 1. $85 after September 1 and at the door.\ nMore Information: Contact Tom Bowen\, \n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20020930 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20020927 UID:5E0517AA-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020923T015543Z SUMMARY:29th Midwest Clown Round-up\nOctober 2 - 6\, 2002\nCrystal Lake\ , IL\n\nE-mail: or Call: 847-428-6101\n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20021007 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20021002 UID:5E051A88-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020923T015609Z SUMMARY:The Northwest Festival of Clowns\nOctober 3 - 6\, 2002\nBosie\, Idaho\n\nHeadliners: Lee Mullally\, Jim Howle\, Linny & Mo and Shobhanna Schwebke\n\nRegister by July 10th $135.00 after July 10th $160.00\n\nMo re info? Al Bryant (208) 323-0306\n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20021007 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20021003 UID:5E051D6E-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020923T015703Z SUMMARY:Kentucky Clown Derby\nOctober 4 - 6\, 2002\nLouisville KY\n\nEnt ertainers on staff: Ann & Gary Gramlich\, Dave Risley\, Sue Kleinwachter \, Steve Long\,\nRon London\, Curt & Diana Patty\, Kitty & Tom Kuhr and Steve Kissell.\n\n12 Classes\, 3 full-day pre-convention workshops\, com petition with trophy prizes\, registration\nincludes one free banquet/sh ow ticket.\n\nCall (757) 423-3867\n\n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20021007 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20021004 UID:5E05202F-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020923T015802Z SUMMARY:Festival of Clowns\nOctober 4 - 6\, 2002\nMesa\, AZ\n\nContacts: Patty Meagher @ \, Linda Evans @ \nand Marsha Berland @ \n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20021007 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20021004 UID:5E052374-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020924T015820Z SUMMARY:Georgia Creative Arts Festival\nOctober 11 - 12\, 2002\nMabel Wh ite Baptist Church\, Macon GA.\n\nConference Cost: $40 per person (unles s five or more: $35 per person)\n\nFaculty: Jeff Smith\, Christy Haines\ , Jackie ìLollibellsî Garner\, Pamela Sigsby\, & Kathie Hill \n\nNew Thi s Year!!!!\n\nVisual Arts Display - This year we will have a place for t hose who would like to display their visual artwork to do so at the Crea tive Arts Festival. \n\nPerformance Showcases - We have 12 spots open fo r you or your group to perform and be evaluated. The performances will b e during lunch times\, so spaces are limited.\n\nFor more information co ncerning this conference\, please call our office.\n\nDiscipleship and F amily Ministries\nGeorgia Baptist Convention\n2930 Flowers Road South\nA tlanta\, GA 30341\nToll Free - 1-800-746-4422 ext. 270\n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20021013 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20021011 UID:5E052640-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020924T015804Z SUMMARY:Teddy Bear Review In 2002 (COAI North Central Regional Conventio n)\nOctober 11 - 13\, 2002\nTulsa\, OK\n\nFeaturing: Dave Mitchell\, Rob ert Marshall\, Bev Dowling\, Gerry & Andrea Sparks\, Rex Nolan\, Connie Lyons\, Leona Jackson\n\n14 Workshops\, 3 Competitions\, Hospitality Roo m\n\nContact: Candy Holley (918) 451-3389 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20021014 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20021011 UID:5E052900-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020924T015910Z SUMMARY:Creative Kidshow Conference\nOctober 12\, 2002\nWorcester\, MA\n \nContact: DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20021013 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20021012 UID:5E052BBE-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020924T020001Z SUMMARY:Mideast Clown Convention\nOctober 19\, 2002\nSilver Spring\, MD\ n\nStaff: J.T. \"Bubba\" Sikes\, Cheri Venturi\, Harry Allen\, Tom & Kit ty Kuhr\, Steve Long\, Leo & Glenda Desilets\, Joe Barney\, Tom E. Boy\, Paula Biggio and others.\n\n10 Lectures\, Dealer Room\, Free Lunch\, Ba lloon Competition\, Stage Show\n\nPostmarked by Oct. 1st $40.00 after th e 1st $45.00 at the door $50.00\n\nCall Bob Gretton (301) 843-8212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20021020 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20021019 UID:5E052E7E-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020924T020108Z SUMMARY:Impact Intensive\nOctober 25-27\nGreen Bay\, Wisconsin\n\nThis c onference starts early Friday afternoon and goes through Sunday morning. Our featured instructors will be:\n\nBruce \"Charlie\" Johnson and his wife Carole \"Pookey\" Johnson\, Janet \"Jellybean\" Tucker\, Del Wilso n (professional magician and ventriloquist) Don Bursell (former RB&BB cl own) Randy Christensen\n...and others.\n\nRegistration before Sept. 1 is $55 per person ($35 for students)\nWe also offer a family discount.\n\n Information packets are now being prepared. Let Randy Christensen know if you'd like to receive one in the mail.\n\nRandy's email: DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20021028 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20021025 UID:5E053149-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020924T020239Z SUMMARY:Comedy Magic Workshop\nNovember 6 - 8\, 2002\nLos Angeles\, CA\n \nContact Steve Kissell @ DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20021109 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20021106 UID:5E053574-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020924T020343Z SUMMARY:Mid-Atlantic Clown Association 19 Annual Convention\nNovember 6 - 10\, 2002\nWilmington\, DE\n\nStaff: J.T. \"Bubba\" Sikes\, Mama Clown \, Timmy Bond\, Bob & Theresa Gretton\, Donna Branham\, Chris Sheldon an d more.\n\nFor more information contact\, Lew Reynolds (302) 478-5018 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20021111 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20021106 UID:5E05387C-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020924T020848Z SUMMARY:12th annual Middle Tennessee FCM\nMusic City Creative Ministries Conference\nNovember 8 - 9\, 2002\nNashville Tennessee\n\nNed & Joan Wa y\, Duane Laflin\, Jim Russell\, Jerry Burgess\, Ron London\, Paul Ricks ecker\, & Many others.\n\n20 + lectures in magic\, vents\, clowns\, pupp ets\, balloons\, juggling and storytelling.\n\nNew location & Special ra te motel to be announced.\n$25 FCM member - $50 family\nRegister by Oct. 1 for $5/$10 off and get in drawing for free 2003 registration.\n\nSend registrations to: Middle Tennessee FCM\, c/o Sara Offutt\, 214 Old Hick ory Blvd. #105\, Nashville\, TN 37221\n\nMore information: (615) 893-946 8 or email\, DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20021110 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20021108 UID:5E053B40-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020924T022444Z SUMMARY:W.R.C.A. Convention\nNovember 10 - 14\, 2002\nLaughlin Nevada\n\ nSpecial guests: Eric \"EZ\" Zander\, Connie Lyons\, Jim Howle\, Paula B iggio\, Betty Cash\, Fred Harshberger and more.\n\nLectures\, Seminars\, workshops for the beginner\, intermediate and advanced performers. Spec ial junior joey program\n\nAdditional info: Fred Harshberger (805) 581-4 681 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20021115 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20021110 UID:5E053E0E-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020924T022554Z SUMMARY:4th Annual International S.M.I.L.E. Conference\nNovember 22 - 24 \, 2002\nPhoenix\, AZ\n\nContact: Patty Meagher @ \n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20021125 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20021122 UID:5E0540D6-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T194423Z SUMMARY:Comedy Magic Workshop\nJanuary 8 - 10\, 2003\nOrlando\, FL\nCont act Steve Kissell @ \n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030111 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030108 UID:5E05444C-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020924T022722Z SUMMARY:The Clown Happening\nJanuary 18 - 19\, 2003\nSanta Clara\, CA\n\ nContact: Debbie OíNeil @ DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030120 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030118 UID:5E054708-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020924T133311Z SUMMARY:JOEY TO THE WORLD-9\, Houston\, TX - Have you heard about the Go spel Clown Convention held each year in Houston? We are in the process o f booking: Brenda \"Flower\" Marshall\, Kay \"Toodles\" Reed\, Phyllis \ "Daisy\" Sheffield\, John \"Mr. B\" Sheffield\, Ralph \"Dewdrop\" Dewey and lots of other talents. There will be a Junior Joey program for child ren age 10 through 15. Each Junior Joey MUST have an adult sponsor with them at all times. - Also\, GOSPEL BALLOON JAM! A Gospel Balloon Jam wil l be held at the Joey To The World Gospel \nClown Convention. You should have seen some of the neat balloon works of art that were created last year. John \"The Balloon Man\" Holmes and Ralph Dewey will be teaching. Email for more info: DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030126 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030124 UID:5E057C90-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020924T133442Z SUMMARY:Show Me Clowns for Jesus - Roach\, MO • Special Guests: Janis \" Mayor Clancey\" Roberts\, Richard \"Snowflake\" Snowberg\, Jackie \"Loll ibells\" Garner\, J.T.\"Bubba\" Sikes\, Carol \"Servo Servin\" Phipps an d Brenda \"Flower\"Marshall. Dealers Include: Balloons & Clowns\, Master craft Puppets\, Classic Clowns\, Clown Gadget Store\nDag Magic\, Bubba's Clown Supplies\, Happy Store\, Design Ideas\, Classics by Barbi\, Desig ns by Barbie • • Email: DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030223 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030220 UID:5E0580F8-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020924T133528Z SUMMARY:Circus Magic\, Williamsburg\, VA • Email: DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030224 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030221 UID:5E0583FA-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020924T133703Z SUMMARY:3rd Annual Clowning for Christ International Clown Conference\, Eastridge Community Church\, Covington\, GA • Starring: J.T. \"Bubba\" S ikes and Steve Kissell\nAlso featuring: Tony ìJuniorî Jones\, Nikki ìLal aî Jones\, Charles ìAlbertî Lavendar\, Ron \"Boo Boo\" Yarborough\, Stev e Conley\, Kim Conley • Watch the website for more information: \nContact Tony Jones at\, DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030309 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030307 UID:5E058A00-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020924T133756Z SUMMARY:World Clown Association 21st Annual Convention\, Jacksonville\, FL • \n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030324 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030318 UID:5E058CFC-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20020924T135845Z SUMMARY:\"Tutoring\" Session\, Green Bay • Randy Christensen will be hos ting a five day \"tutoring\" session where he and master mime Darren Ste venson will be helping those who desire to make the \"Next Step\" in the ir platform presentations. There's teaching\, critiques\, and a ton of h ands-on experiences as the attendees process through a lot of practical material. Their strong emphasis this time is on physical movement\, stag e blocking\, timing\, etc.\, along with ministry insights\, mime and mor e. \n\nContact Randy at\, DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030331 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030326 UID:5E058FD4-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T193600Z SUMMARY:TnT for Jesus Christian Clown Retreat\nAugust 4 - 9\, 2003\nTacc o\, Georgia\n\nInstructors: Dave Mitchell\, Brenda Marshall\, Janice Rob erts\, Pat and Terry Powell\, Jeff McMillian\, Buddy Lamb\, Tony and Nik ki Jones\, Betty Cash\, Theresa Garrett\, Steve and Kim Conley\, Becky M cKenzie\, Judy Wright\, Diana Rose\, Dianna Hale\, Kay Turner and Fay Yo ungblood. (More to come!)\n\nMore info to come!\n\nCheck \n\n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030810 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030804 UID:5E0592A8-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20021011T170039Z SUMMARY:National Magic Day\n(the anniversary of Harry Houdini's death) DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20021101 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20021031 UID:5E059580-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20021027T225138Z SUMMARY:New Event UID:5E059856-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20021027T175053 DURATION:PT1H END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T191817Z SUMMARY:Chuckleberry Clowns Workshop\nFebruary 15\, 2003\nHicksville\, O H\n\nSpecial Guest: Sue Kleinwatcher\, Pancake Productions\n\nSue will b e teaching Basic & Advance Face Painting and a variety of other topics i n this all day Saturday Workshop. Cost is just $ 25.00\, which includes a catered lunch\, advance registration required to guarantee a lunch. \n \nOutline:\n9:00 - 10:00 Creative Theme Days\n10:30 - 11:30 Beginni ng Face Painting\n11:30 - 12:30 Lunch\n1:00 - 1:30 Susie's Clown M all Open\n1:30 - 2:30 Advanced Face Painting\n2:45 - 3:00 FUN Fa ce Painting Competition (with Prizes)\n3:00 - 4:00 Susie's Clown Mal l Open\n\nThere will be a class titled \"Say Cheese\,\" time slot undeci ded.\n\nContact Chris Bercaw at: tntclown@paulding-net.com\n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030216 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030215 UID:5E059B74-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20021202T041816Z SUMMARY:Comedy Magic Workshop\nMarch 18 - 20\, 2003\nLas Vegas\, Nevada\ n\nInstructors: Bruce Amato\, Steve Kissell\, Sue Kleinwachter\, Jeff Ab bit\, Gary Elem\, Harold Wood\, Marty Hahne\n\nhttp://www.magicalwizard. com/cmw2002.htm\n\nContact Steve Kissell @ KissellTalks@cs.com DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030321 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030318 UID:5E059E41-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T192315Z SUMMARY:Chuckleberry Clowns Workshop\nMarch 21 & 22\, 2003\nHicksville\, OH\n\nSpecial Guests: Dave Mitchell\, Cheri Oats\, Rex Nolan\n\nThe cla sses that could be taught include: Comedy Clown Magic\, Birthday Parties \, Gags\, Gags\, and More Gags\, Music and Movement\, Face Painting\, Ma keup (both beginner and advanced)\, Caring Clowning (Hospitals\, Nursing Homes\,etc)\, Puppetry for Clowns\, Routining for Clowns\, Turn Tricks into routines\n\nA special “hands on” Round Robin where all instructors would teach one strong bit and then the groups would rotate to a differ ent instructor till everyone had been with each instructor.\n\nPossibly more to come!\n\nAs you can see this would be a “Full Event” with everyo ne offering dealer items relating to their areas of expertise. \n\nThis would be more educational than many conventions at half the cost. We are very excited about it and feel the clowns will accept it very enthusias tically. \n\n Contact Chris Bercaw at: DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030323 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030321 UID:5E05A112-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20021202T041938Z SUMMARY:Dramatic Arts Festival\nMarch 21 - 22\, 2003 West Jackson Baptis t Church\, Jackson Tennessee\n \nCost range is $35-$45 dependent u pon date registration is received.\nCheck frequently for updates.\n\n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030323 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030321 UID:5E05A3E8-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20021202T041959Z SUMMARY:Dramatic Arts Festival\nMarch 28 - 29\, 2003 Wallace Memorial Ba ptist Church\, Knoxville Tennessee\n \nCost range is $35-$45 depen dent upon date registration is received.\nCheck frequently for updates.\ n\n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030330 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030328 UID:5E05A6F2-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T191429Z SUMMARY:Winter Weekend Workshop 2003 \nJan 30th - Feb 1\, 2003\nMcMinnvi lle\, TN\n\nThe Glorybound Clowns present Winter Weekend Workshop 2003 “ Back to the Basics”\n\nOur staff includes: Bruce “Charlie the Juggling C lown” Johnson\, Jim “Strutter” Roberts\, Theresa “Pinky” Garrett\, Chri sty M. Haines\, Nick and Barbara Frasher\, Lanny Moody\, Sheridan Barker \, Debby Boyd\, Gary Jordan \n\nFee: Before Dec 31st $65\, after $75 \n For information: ltbarrett@blomand.net or ()31) 668-2297 \nhttp://www.g loryboundclowns.com\n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030202 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030130 UID:AFFB09DF-2018-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T191925Z SUMMARY:Physicality and Performing Arts Festival\nMotionFest West 2003 \ nFebuary 19-23\, 2003 (Thurs-Sun) \nReno NV\, Circus Circus Hotel\n\nFul l Package Rates: $400 Before January 1\, $450 Before February 1\, $500 A fter February 1\nAlumni get $25 discount off a full package. Or $10 disc ount off the single day rates.\n\nInstructors: Avner Eisenberg\, Karl Ba umann\, Peter Davison\, Ronlin Foreman\, Scott Meltzer\, Robert Nelson a ka The Butterfly Man\, Kenny Raskin\, Jeff Raz\, Joanie Spina\, Todd Str ong\n\nMore info: http://www.motionfest.com/main/ DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030224 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030219 UID:666A1ECC-2019-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T192531Z SUMMARY:C.H.U.M.S. Clown Ministry Conference\nApril 3\, 4\, 5\, 2003\nCi ncinnati\, Ohio\n\nThe main focus of this conference is how to minister in the kingdom of God with the spirit of excellence! We're raising the standard of clowns and clown ministry for our region and in turn\, the w orld. To be the best\, come learn from the best. \n\nInternational lectu rers and performers\; Duane Laflin\, Tony \"Jr.\" Jones\, Janet \"Jellyb ean\" Tucker and more! \n\nFeaturing ample 80-minute classes\, one-stop -shopping clown supplies and materials\, fun and faith-filled atmosphere . Come help us praise and worship our Lord as we enter joyfully into clo wn ministry boot camp.\n\nFor conference and hotel info...\n\nEmail us for group rates - \n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030406 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030403 UID:26AE4A53-201A-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T192624Z SUMMARY:Balloons and Magic Mania\nApril 4 - 6\, 2003\nGoldsboro\, NC \n \nLead by some of the most twisted people in the business\, BAMM offers you the chance to learn from Ralph Dewey\, Marvin Hardy\, Dave Mitchell\ , John Holmes\, and Paul Belanger without having to go further than the East Coast! Dave Hill\, Steve Kissell and Arla Albers complete the list of professional presenters. Pre-convention workshops include Balloon Dec orating 101 with Marvin Hardy\, CBA\; The Gospel With A Twist taught by both Ralph Dewey and John Holmes\; and a full-day of Face Painting with Arla Albers. Participant space has sold out in the past - don't miss you r chance to be there!\n\nQuality Inn & Suites 708 US Hwy 70E Bypass Gold sboro\, NC 919-735-7901 \n\nFor more information contact Dave Hill at E- mail: \nPhone: 800-CLOWN99 (256-9699) \n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030407 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030404 UID:5720E4BE-201A-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T192721Z SUMMARY:Comedy Magic Workshop\nApril 23 - 25\, 2003\nIndianapolis\, Indi ana\n\nInstructors: Barry Mitchell\, Arla Albers\, Tom King\, Don Miller \, Steve Kissell\n\n\n\nContac t Steve Kissell @ \n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030426 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030423 UID:7A0C4F01-201A-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T192816Z SUMMARY:Mid America Characterization Conference\nMay 1 - 3\, 2003\nAipor t Holiday Inn\, Des Moines\, IA\n\nCost: $180 (includes lunches) Regist rations due by April 1\n\nInstructors: JT \"Bubba\" Sikes\, Dave \"Mr. Magish\" Mitchell\, Liz VonSeggen of One Way Street\, Pam \"Sparky\" Moo dy\, Officer Mark \"Billy Club\" Ruffenauch of S.M.I.L.E.\, Cheryl \"Kaw shun\" Evans\, Patty O'Patches Meagher and more!\n\nThis will be a very full 3 day conference rich in content geared toward anyone interested in using a variety of characterization techniquest to teach vital life saf ety messages to ALL ages. This conference is being sponsored by L.A.F.S. For Life and the Des Moines Fire Department.\n\nwebsite: \ne-mail: \n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030504 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030501 UID:9964834C-201A-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T192855Z SUMMARY:Just Clowning Around of Northern VA\nMay 4\, 2003\nSpringfield\, VA. \n\nTopics so far\, Magic\, Balloons\, and Glorified Cheek Art. \ n\nEmail for more information.\n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030505 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030504 UID:B9423F60-201A-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T192939Z SUMMARY:Comedy Magic Workshop\nMay 14 - 16\, 2003\nDallas\, Texas \n\nIn structors: Duane Laflin\, Mary Laflin\, Andy Anderson\, Barry Mitchell\, Steve Kissell\n\n\n\nContact Steve Kissell @ \n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030517 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030514 UID:D17F61DB-201A-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T193040Z SUMMARY:Clown Fun 2003\nMay 22\, 23\, 24 and 25\, 2003\nCalgary\, AB Ca nada\n\nIt’s time to pack you duds\, saddle up your ride and mosey on ov er to Calgary for more Clown Fun than ever!\n\nFeaturing from Richland Hills\, Texas\, 2 time COAI president -- Brenda “Flower” Marshall and fr om Denver\, Colorado\, former Ringling Clown -- Karen Bell\n\nMore great guest speakers including: Linda “Spin” Batdorf\, Marian and Reynold Hil debrand\, Steve Harmer\,\\tCheryl “Miss Loosie” Oberg\, The Wild Rosinis and more…\n\nMore great events: Western Hoe-Down BBQ\, Saturday night b anquet\, Saturday evening Show\, More lectures and more choices\, Caring Clown Lectures\, Gospel Clown Lectures\, Beginner Clown Lectures\, Adva nced Clown Lectures\, Comedy Magic Lectures\, Make-up and costuming and more… \n\nNightly Jam sessions for ballooning\, magic\, facepainting\, j uggling\, puppetry\, and more…\nParadeability Competition\, Charity sile nt Auction\, Group Photo session\, Individual photos\, \nDealers’ Room i ncluding\, Karen Bell\, Steve Harmer\, Heart of a Child\, Don’s Hobby Sh op\, Rainbow Clowns\, Clown Works\, Puppet Odyssey\n\\t\nConference Fees : \n$120.00 Adults 17 years and up\\t($75.00 USD)\n$75.00\\tfor 16 years and under with adult ($50.00 USD)\n\nMore info at: \n\nPhone 403-508-7108\, Toll-free 877-507-7100 Fax 403-508-7109 \nemail: \n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030526 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030522 UID:EDF36A50-201A-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T193211Z SUMMARY:Clown's Canada CARNAVALE\nMay 30 - June 1\, 2003... \nAurora Ont ario Canada\n\nHeadlining: Larry Moss and Angel Occasio\n\nA fun-tastic convention for children's entertainers! Lectures\, an excellent dealer's room\, gala dinner\, public event\, jam sessions and many more interact ive events!\n\nLocation: \nHoward Johnson Hotel\n15520 Yonge St.\nAurora \, On (20 min. North of Toronto)\n\nSpecial Room Rate: $89.00 \n1-800-44 6-4656 to reserve your room.\n\nCarnavale Registration:\n$175.00 CDN for non-members before December 1\, 2002\n$150.00CDN for members before Dec ember 1\, 2002\n$185.00CDN for everyone after December 1\, 2002\n$200.00 CDN for everyone at the door.\n$75.00 CDN daily rate\n\nContact: Lorri P earce\, or (905) 640-1168\nJennifer Bell\, or (416) 258-0327 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030602 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030530 UID:12A5FBE7-201B-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T193254Z SUMMARY:Comedy Magic Workshop\nJune 19 - 22\, 2003\nNorfolk\, Virginia \ n\nInstructors: Harold Wood\, Marty Hahne\, Bruce Amato\, Sue Kleinwacht er\, Dan Jordan\, Lou Page\, Steve Kissell\n\n\n\nContact Steve Kissell @ DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030623 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030619 UID:44773ED2-201B-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T193343Z SUMMARY:Christians in Theatre Arts Conference\nJune 18-21\, 2003\nVirgin ia Beach\, VA on the campus of Regent University\n\nFeaturing John Peck author and founder of Britain's Greenbelt Festival\n\nEach year CITA con ferences bring together theatre professionals\, drama ministers\, educat ors and everyone in between.\n\nThe annual Summer Networking conference provides scores of workshops and performances led by some of the best Ch ristians involved in the performing arts. Past presenters include Jeanne tte Clift George\, Paul and Nicole Johnson\, and playwright Gil Elvgren. \n\n\nScript and performance companies\, colleges & universities\, and drama ministries set up displays each year. New play readings\, audition s for positions with member theatre companies\, and lots of fellowship t ime make a CITA NA conference a revitalizing experience.\n\nFor more inf o: CITA - P.O. Box 26471 - Greenville\, SC 29616 or email\, DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030622 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030618 UID:5D5B828A-201B-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T193421Z SUMMARY:Face Painting International Convention\nJune 26 - 29\, 2003\nOrl ando\, Florida\n\nElevating the Art of Face Painting to New Dimensions.\ nRegistration starts on Thursday at 1:00 pm. Convention kicks off with a n Ice Cream Social at 7:00 pm. \n\nWe are in the process of gathering on ce again some of the best instructors in the world. Names will be announ ced soon. New classes -- larger airbrush section -- Henna -- Body Painti ng -- FX --Tattoos-Entertaining the line and much more!\n\nBigger compet itions and bigger prizes! Jungle Ball on Sunday night - Practice your fa vorite animal face! Don't miss the greatest gathering of face painters in the world! Register now to insure your space. \n\nRegistration Early Bird Price $200.00\n\nFor more information please contact Cynthia Keeler at: or call us: 954-923-6013 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030630 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030626 UID:7A5E630E-201B-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T193512Z SUMMARY:Society of American Magicians (SAM) Convention\nJuly 7 - 10\, 20 03\nLas Vegas\n\nThe Riviera Hotel in Las Vegas\, NV will host the Socie ty of American Magicians Convention.\n\nHotel Rates will be at $79.00 fo r single or double room (Add $20 per extra person).\n\n\nContact the registrar\, John Apperson\, at \n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030711 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030707 UID:97DDB0C2-201B-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T193701Z SUMMARY:KIDabra! The Conference of Kidshow and Family Performers \nAugus t 20-23\, 2003\nGatlinburg\, TN\, River Terrace Resort and Convention Ce nter\n\nFeaturing: Barry Mitchell\, Arnie Kolodner\, Susie Kleinwachter Ralph the Great\, Eddy Wade\, Mark Daniel\, Dick Stohr\, Bruce Amato and KIDabra Senior Teaching Staff: Duane Laflin\, Steve Taylor\, Charles Pe cor Plus more to come as confirmed!\n\nKIDabra Conference Registration:\ n$139.95 Performer\n$ 85.00 Spouse/Assistant\n$ 70.00 16& under with p aid adult\n\nOptional Marketing Day Wednesday\, August 20- Limited seati ng:\n$ 69.95 (Fee Includes lunch)\n\nConference Hotel\nRiver Terrace Res ort and Convention Center Reservations 1-800-251-2040 \n$72.00 a night single thru quad. Riverfront rooms and micro/fridge rooms available firs t come\, first serve.\n\nKIDabra 2003 in Gatlinburg\, Tennessee \nMSD Pr oductions\nPO Box 1296\nMocksville\, NC 27028\nPhone 336-492-7870\nFax 3 36-492-2199\ne mail \nwebsite \n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030824 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030820 UID:D627AB61-201B-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T193751Z SUMMARY:Bubba University One Day Course\nHosted by Luv-n-Laffs Clown All ey\nSeptember 13\, 2003\nStafford\, VA\n\nIf you live in Virginia\, West Virgina\, DC or MD\, you are close enough to take advantage of the One Day Bubba University Course. You will laff as you learn during these FUN classes.\n\nRegister by September 3rd and your fee is $40.00 per person NON-member. If you are a member of the Luv-n-Laff alley\, your fee is $ 30.00.\n\nFor more info contact Sandy or Bob Tallent 540-720-1183\nemail : \nFind directions on the website: UID:F463E4C2-201B-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20030913T140000 DURATION:PT1H END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T193817Z SUMMARY:Clownfest 2003\nSeptember 17 - 21\, 2003\nSeaside Heights New Je rsey\n\nInfo to come.\n\n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030922 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030917 UID:0A270555-201C-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T193848Z SUMMARY:Georgia Creative Arts Festival 2003\nSeptember 26-27\, 2003 \nTu cker\, GA - Rehoboth Baptist Church\n\nMore details to come in Summer of 2003.\n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030928 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030926 UID:1F71A401-201C-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030104T194001Z SUMMARY:Comedy Magic Workshop\nNovember 12 - 14\, 2003\nLos Angeles\, CA \n\nInstructors: Duane Laflin\, Barry Mitchell\, Angel Ocasio\, Steve Kissell\n\n\n\nContact Steve K issell @ \n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20031115 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20031112 UID:4297C6A2-201C-11D7-B148-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030801 DTSTAMP:20030220T143807Z SUMMARY:National Clown Week UID:DC4DA98E-44E0-11D7-AF96-0003934D2DDC-RID STATUS:CONFIRMED DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030808 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030324T131107Z SUMMARY:West Virginia Clown Jubilee\nCharleston\, West Virginia\nFor mor e information on other classes offered please contact: \nWEST VIRGINIA C LOWN JUBILEE\nSteve Kissell \n757-423-3867 KissellTalks@cs.com DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030330 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030328 UID:C68D14F6-5DF9-11D7-AB6D-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030324T131330Z SUMMARY:2003 Buckets of Fun\nDes Moines\, Iowa!\n\nFor only $65 you'll g et:\n\n* To learn from some of the best: Pricilla Mooseburger (Tricia Bo thun)\, Marti & Terry Bloes\, Barry Mitchell and Jerry Phillips (Robert' s Magic Shoppe)\n* Over twenty class offerings to choose from\n* A compl ete dealer's room featuring magic supplies\, costumes\, make-up and clow n gags\n* A Saturday evening banquet\n* Some great hospitality and a lot of fun!\n\nLearn more at http://www.kornpatchklowns.org.\n\nIf you have questions\, contact Tom Bowen at icfunahead@aol.com.\n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20031006 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20031003 UID:3C5A0A28-5DFA-11D7-AB6D-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030324T132437Z SUMMARY:2003 COAI Convention\n\"Mardi Gras in St. Louis\"\n*As we have d one at the 1993 and 1998 COAI conventions the St. Louis Clowns have rese arched and found outstanding lecturers and dealers to bring you some exc ellent educational sessions. We have as part of our line up: Ickle Pickl e Products\, Costumes by Betty\, C & B House of Clowns\, Rubba Nose & Bi g Shoe Photography\, Creative Clown Co.\, Laugh It Up Clownstuff\, The G rettons\, Balloons & Clowns\, Mirthworks Inc.\, Peachey Keene Props\, Si lly Farm Products\, Classics by Barbi\, Everyday's a Holiday\, and Cherr i Oats & Co. just to name a few. Next issue we will complete the list.\n Check out the web site for full details: http://www.coai.org/ DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030414 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030408 UID:7C4AFE87-5DFB-11D7-AB6D-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030324T224650Z SUMMARY:The Clown Farm\nJedburg\, SC \\t\nNick Frasher\nnickf@dycon.com \\t \\t \n843-875-9831 \\t DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030608 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030602 UID:1E79AB74-5E4A-11D7-AB6D-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030324T224808Z SUMMARY:Mooseburger Camp\nKoinonia Retreat Center\, South Haven\, MN \\ t\n \\t \\t \\t \n800-973-6277 \\twww.mooseburger.com DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030802 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030727 UID:9D86E3FA-5E4A-11D7-AB6D-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030324T224925Z SUMMARY:Mooseburger Camp\nKoinonia Retreat Center\, South Haven\, MN \\ t\n \\t \\t \\t \n800-973-6277 \\twww.mooseburger.com DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030809 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030803 UID:CBD6ACDE-5E4A-11D7-AB6D-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030324T225152Z SUMMARY:Clown Camp® 2003 Week 1\nThe largest clown training program in t he world\nhttp://perth.uwlax.edu/clowncamp/ DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030531 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030524 UID:220BE015-5E4B-11D7-AB6D-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030324T225341Z SUMMARY:Clown Camp® 2003 Week 2\nThe largest clown training program in t he world\nhttp://perth.uwlax.edu/clowncamp/ DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030607 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030531 UID:3FC579FE-5E4B-11D7-AB6D-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030325T151652Z SUMMARY:call Audrey Ascher re:Friday morning DTEND;TZID=US/Central:20030327T093000 DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20030327T090000 UID:B43B29CE-5ED4-11D7-87DB-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030517T145948Z SUMMARY:June 16-19\, 2003 Millennium Jam 2003\, Festival of Balloon Ente rtainers\, Sunparks Resort Mol-Belgium. www.millenniumjam.com\nE-mail: i nfo@milleniumjam.com DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030620 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030616 UID:29337212-8878-11D7-AAAE-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030517T150209Z SUMMARY:Sept. 24-28\, 2003 SECA 2003\, 22nd Annual Convention\, \"Tropic al Adventure\"\, Raleigh/Durham\, North Carolina. Contact: Ronnie\nCross (919) 467-7774 www.southeastclownassoc.org DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030929 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030924 UID:800FE42B-8878-11D7-AAAE-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030601T212352Z SUMMARY:Cheerleaders for Christ \"Creative Ministries Conference\"\nJune 20-21\, 2003\nState College Assembly of God in State College\, PA. \n\ nJoin 20 Christian Performing Artists presenting 30 workshops.\n\nInstru ctors: Barry DeChant\, past WCA President\; Rev. Bob \"Handi\" Smith\, V ice-President CLFC\; Dan and Karen Boudreuax\, Freshfire Ministries\; Th e Morris Family\, Jubilant Jugglers for Jesus\; Tammy \"Hugz\" Miller\, Hugz n' Company\; Jim and Bonnie Blank\, Kingdom Karacters\; and Anita T hies\, President CLFC\, Jim and Bonnie Blank of Kingdom Karactors Puppet s and Carol \"Holiday\" Spaulding.\n\nThe cost of the conference include s 3 meals and is $60 by May 1st\, $65 by June 1st\, and $70 after June 1 st. Single day rates are available. \n\nFor more infromation visit our website at www.cheerleadersforchrist.com. Email us at cheerleadersforc hrist@hotmail.com or call our Conference Director\, Drew Baker at (814) 684-6069.\n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030622 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030620 UID:39DF80FC-9477-11D7-B681-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030601T212940Z SUMMARY:MCATU - Magicians\, Clowns & Twisters University\nJuly 25 - 27\, 2003\nBurlington Ma.\n\nPerformers: Steve Thomas\, Bob \"Bb' Widdop\, G eorge Saterial\, B J Hickman\, Donna Marie & Friends\, Sandy Snay\, Roya l Sorell\, Gary The Silent Clown\, Kohl & Comp\n\nLecturers: Kohl & Comp any (Q&A)\, Ralph Dewey\, B J Hickman\, Royal Sorell\, Sandy Snay\, Bob \"BB\" Widdop\, Dapper & Coco Desilets\, Gary The Silent Clown\, George Sateriel\, Twistin' Todd Neufeld\, Steve Thomas\n\nRegistration: Don't f orget: Early Registration gets $40 in MCATU BUCKS with FULL REG and $20 in MCATU BUCKS with ONE DAY REG. You can also register with credit card by Fax 603-679-1315 \n\nE-mail us MCATU - Phone: 603-679-3311\n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030728 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030725 UID:224C5AB0-9478-11D7-B681-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030601T213246Z SUMMARY:Funarama 2003\nJuly 31 - August 1 - 2\nAberdeen\, Maryland\n\nOm e join in the fun as the Funarama continues with an all-star lineup of t alent from across the country and even from other countries! \n\nThe Fun arama convention offers three great evening shows\, eight super workshop s\, close-up show\, Funarama Bingo\, Question and Answer panels\, Magic Teach in Session\, the ever-popular \"Twist-in USA\" Balloon Twist Compe tition\, and a large Saturday Buffet! Not to mention dealer rooms! \n\nA ll-Star lineup of talent: Todd Charles\, Allo & Friends\, Mystic Mickey\ , General Grant\, The Dreamaker Illusionists\, Mama Clown\, Martini\, Ru dy Hunter\, Chapeugraphy by Bridget\, Mary \"Hearts\" Lucas\, Stephanie Deunger\n\nWebsite: http://www.martinismagic.com/Funarama.html\nContact: 717-456-6604\, ask for Marty or Marty@MartinisMagic.com\n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030901 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030731 UID:8E1B9FA4-9478-11D7-B681-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030601T213736Z SUMMARY:Midwest Clown Assoc. Roundup\nOctober 1st-5th\, 2003\nHammond\, IN\n\nMore info soon!\n\nWebsite: http://pages.prodigy.net/klownkop/inde x.html\n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20031006 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20031001 UID:3A7B170F-9479-11D7-B681-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030601T213814Z SUMMARY:National Gospel Clown \"IMPACT\" Conference\nNovember 6-9\, 2003 \nRockford\, IL\n\nFeatured presenters will be Ralph Dewey\, Sue Klein\, Ken Johanson\, Nels Cremean\, Randy Christensen and others. \n\nA full buffet of class selections will benefit beginners through professionals . A banquet\, large group and small group learning sessions\, dealer's area\, and \"Command Performances\,\" are all a part of these exciting f our days.\n\nFor more information\, contact KathieF@RockfordFirstAssembl y.org or \ncall Kathie @ 815-877-8000.\n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20031110 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20031106 UID:5218A7A5-9479-11D7-B681-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030601T213850Z SUMMARY:National Creative Arts Festival\nNovember 7-9\, 2003\nLifeWay Ri dgecrest Conference Center \n\nThis event is huge. Covering everything f rom drama\, puppetry\, interpretive movement and clowning\, to stage lig hting\, set design and video production – the National Creative Arts Fes tival is the ultimate conference for arts in ministry. Workshops are led by some of industry’s best\, with plenty of hands-on training and appli cable advise. Set painting\, sound problem solving\, script writing\, an d worship dramas are just a sampling of the many breakout groups this ev ent offers. Churches are encouraged to bring an entire team of layperson s excited about starting or improving their respective creative arts min istries. From the small church with a simple Easter drama\, to the mega- church with full-time creative arts ministers\, this event provides the best information and support to move your church to another level.\nMore Information is Coming For This Event \nDetails for this event should be available online during the month of March.\nIf you need information pr ior to this posting date\, please contact one of our National Office Eve nt Planners:\n\n· Ron Pratt (615) 251-2065 \n· Hal Hill (615) 277-8146 \ n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20031110 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20031107 UID:6A4A2821-9479-11D7-B681-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20030620T043357Z SUMMARY:Fifth Annual Ultimate Clown School\, NY Goofs Clown School\, Creating Character - August 11-17\nCreating Comedy - August 18-24 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030825 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030811 UID:3A7BC608-A2D8-11D7-A0BB-0003934D2DDC-RID END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20031109 DTSTAMP:20031020T031034Z SUMMARY:Western Region Clown Association Convention LOCATION:Laughlin\, Nevada\n \n Staff: Buttons\, Homer\, Cheri-Oats\, Su ds\, Fred \"The Balloon Dude\" Harshberger\,\n The Way Cool Bunch and\n many more.\n \n More info: http://www.westregionclowns.org/index.html UID:81ADBDF6-02AA-11D8-8ABC-0003934D2DDC-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20031114 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20031112 DTSTAMP:20031020T031124Z SUMMARY:Comedy Magic Workshop LOCATION:Los Angeles\, CA\n \n Instructors: Duane Laflin\, Barry Mitchel l\, Angel Ocasio\, Steve Kissell\n \n http://www.magicalwizard.com/cmw20 02.htm UID:FBF5CC00-02AA-11D8-8ABC-0003934D2DDC-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20031115 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20031113 DTSTAMP:20031020T031234Z SUMMARY:MotionFest East\n LOCATION:Baltimore\, Maryland\n \n Workshops will be led by world renown ed artists such as:\n Avner -The \"Eccentric Clown\" ...one of the world 's most successful variety\n artists\n Bob Berky - Internationally known physical comedian\n Moni Yakim - Juilliard School movement specialist\n Drew Richardson Hilarious Silent Clown\, Silent Film Star and Silent Fi lm\n Director\n Tom Casciero- Professor of Movement\, Voice and Theatre classes at Towson\n University\n Julie Goell - Commedia Director / perfo rmer\n Robert Nelson - Famous street performer known as Butterfly Man\n and more!\n \n You can register and get all the info you need from our w ebsite:\n http://www.MotionFest.com\n \n UID:2E2FFFD6-02AB-11D8-8ABC-0003934D2DDC-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20031117 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20031118 DTSTAMP:20031116T014623Z SUMMARY:SILLYFARM PRODUCTS & FACE PAINTING INTERNATIONAL MAGAZI NE LOCATION:TY Park - Pavillion 9 - (I-95 and Sheridan Street) UID:E8BF2B08-17D4-11D8-BC11-0003934D2DDC-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20031119 DESCRIPTION:$55 per person includes lunch and refreshments\n$75 at the d oor\n\nTentative Schedule: \nDoor Opens at 9:00am \n10:00 am - 11:30am - Jinny\, Nick and Brian Wolf \nFace Painting Techniques and Designs\n11:3 0am - 12:00 - Face Painting Practice Jam -\n Guests - Children from the YMCA Pre School\n12:00noon to 12:30 - \nThe Timmy Bond Show - Experience a real Master in Action\n12:30pm - 1:30pm - Lunch courtesy of Silly Far m Products and Face Painting \nInternational Magazine\n1:30pm - 3:00pm - Melanie Siesdma - \nStep By Step Tribal Designs\n3:30 pm - 5:00pm - San dy Snay - \nBalloon Story Sculpting and Magnetic Storyboards\nTimmy Bond and Doug Carrigton\nCircus Skills - Juggling - Balancing - Stiltlwalki ng - Unicycling\n\nRegister on line\nwww.sillyfarm.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040206 DTSTAMP:20031117T042154Z SUMMARY:Clowning for Christ International Conference LOCATION:Yorkville\, IL UID:7943C016-18B5-11D8-BC11-0003934D2DDC-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040208 DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Dave Mitchell\, Steve Kissell\, David and Teesh a Laflin\, Tony Jones\, Nikki Jones\, Dana \"Liberty\" Abendschein\, Jan e \"Belle\" Abendschein\n\nhttp://www.clowning4christ.com \njrtheclown@a ol.com\n END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040206 DTSTAMP:20031117T042258Z SUMMARY:Joey to the World 10 LOCATION:Houston TX UID:A3341AAE-18B5-11D8-BC11-0003934D2DDC-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040208 DESCRIPTION:Staff: Leon “Buttons” McBride\, Duane and Mary Laflin\, Ralp h Dewey\, Teri Stokes\, Voncille Sims\, Audria Adorno\, Mary Lostak\, Ch agy Adorno\, Rafael Rondon\, Cyrus and Donna Wagner\, Chagy and Bombin\, Dan Cutchen\n\nMore info: http://www.joeytotheworld.org/index.html\n END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040222 DTSTAMP:20031117T042344Z SUMMARY:The Great Clown Adventure LOCATION:Las Vegas\, Nevada UID:C198FF79-18B5-11D8-BC11-0003934D2DDC-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040227 DESCRIPTION:Staff: Way Cool Balloons\, Joe “Doc Geezer” Barney\, Karen B ell\, Cherri Oats\, Dave Mitchell\, Wayne and Marty Scott\, EZ\, Pricill a Mooseburger\, Harry Allen\, Joel Heidtman\, Dave Dedera\, Tony Blanco\ , Frosty Little\, Jim Howle\, Earl Chaney\, Arleenie\, Josh Zehner\, Da ve DeDera\, Linda “PJ” Hulet\n\nMore info: http://www.clownadventure.com \n END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040227 DTSTAMP:20031117T042434Z SUMMARY:Show Me Clowns for Jesus National Conference LOCATION:Lake of the Ozarks\, MO UID:DD7E6E64-18B5-11D8-BC11-0003934D2DDC-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040301 DESCRIPTION:Featured Faculty: Tom \"Lil Tommy\" Toombs\, Dave \"Mr. Magi sh\" Mitchell\, Theresa \"Pinky\" Garrett\, J.T. \"Bubba\" Sikes\, Ann a nd Gary \"Graham Cracker and J.A.M.\" Gramlich\, Steve Kissell\, Carol \ "Servo Servin\" Phipps\n\nWindermere Conference Center\nContact: http:// www.showmeclownsforjesus.org\n END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040305 DTSTAMP:20031117T042537Z SUMMARY:Clowning for Christ International Conference LOCATION:Covenington\, GA UID:044D9082-18B6-11D8-BC11-0003934D2DDC-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040307 DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Dave Mitchell\, John Holmes\, Tony and Nikki Jo nes\, Steve and Kim Conley\, David and Teesha Laflin.\n\nhttp://www.clow ning4christ.com \njrtheclown@aol.com\n END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040312 DTSTAMP:20031117T042630Z SUMMARY:Clowning for Christ International Conference LOCATION:New Orleans\, LA UID:293D5E92-18B6-11D8-BC11-0003934D2DDC-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040314 DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Dave Mitchell\, Brenda \"Flower\" Marshall\, To ny Jones\, Nikki Jones\, Dean Martin\n\nhttp://www.clowning4christ.com \ njrtheclown@aol.com\n END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040324 DTSTAMP:20031117T042736Z SUMMARY:The \"Next Step\" Workshop LOCATION:Rockford IL UID:4644DC7C-18B6-11D8-BC11-0003934D2DDC-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040329 DESCRIPTION:This tutoring workshop is limited to 15 attenders to ensure a lot of personal attention in the development of clown ministry arts. \n\nStaff: Randy Christensen\, Don Bursell\, Arthur Pedlar and his perf orming partner\, Alan Whiteley. \n\nContact: Randy Christensen at\, Ra ndyC@rfa.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040326 DTSTAMP:20031117T042823Z SUMMARY:Clowning for Christ International Conference LOCATION:Little Rock\, AR UID:68947574-18B6-11D8-BC11-0003934D2DDC-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040328 DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Dave Mitchell\, Arla Alders\, Tony Jones\, Dean Martin\, Dana \"Liberty\" Abendschein\, Jane \"Belle\" Abendschein\n\nh ttp://www.clowning4christ.com \njrtheclown@aol.com\n END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20031122T225352Z SUMMARY:Amy Nelson Birthday party LOCATION:Rib Mountain UID:90E4BA01-1D3D-11D8-8DD0-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20031221T140000 DURATION:PT1H DESCRIPTION:birthday 5-year-old\n10 kids (nieces\, nephews\, 1 friend fr om school\, ages range range from 1\, 1.5\, 10-11)\n\nBluejay lane in Ri b Mountain\, L on partridge (right b4 St. Andrew's church\, 2 blocks ont o BlueJay\, 3403 Bluejay\, Rib Mountain)\n\nAmy Nelson\n843-5012 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Corpus Christi TX SUMMARY:COAI Convention URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.coai.org/ DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040421 UID:5D83213E-235D-11D8-9962-000A95745C0E-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040426 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Arlington\, TX SUMMARY:Mooseburger\nClown Camp\n  \"Special Edition\" URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.topper.us/specialedition.htm DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040318 UID:B2A8CB21-1ACF-11D8-A8D4-000A95745C0E-RID DESCRIPTION:Next door to Six Flags\, teachers will include Priscilla Moo seburger\, Frosty Little\, and Grock\n\nhttp://www.topper.us/specialedit ion.htm DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040322 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Cincinnati\, OH SUMMARY:Clowning for Christ International Conference URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.clowning4christ.com UID:9D5409F6-3FB9-11D8-A73C-000A95745C0E-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040404 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040402 DESCRIPTION:April 2-3\, 2004\n\nInstructors: Dave Mitchell\, Marcela \"M ama Clown\" Murad\, Tony Jones\, Phyllis Sheffield\,\nSteve and Kim Conl ey.\n\nhttp://www.clowning4christ.com\njrtheclown@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Richmond\, VA SUMMARY:Clowning for Christ International Conference URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.clowning4christ.com UID:F6597673-3FB9-11D8-A73C-000A95745C0E-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040516 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040514 DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Dave Mitchell\, Brenda \"Flower\" Marshall\, Ma rcela \"Mama Clown\" Murad\, Tony Jones\, Steve Conley\, Kim Conley\n\nh ttp://www.clowning4christ.com \njrtheclown@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Taccoa\, GA SUMMARY:TnT for Jesus Christian Clown Retreat URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.clowning4christ.com UID:1FF485DE-3FBA-11D8-A73C-000A95745C0E-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040808 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040801 DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Leon \"Buttons\" McBryde\, Brenda “Flower” Mars hall\, Marcela \"Mama Clown\" Murad\, Bruce and Carol Johnson\, Dave Mit chell\, Sam T\, Dana and Jane Abendschein\, Pat and Terry Powell\, Jerry Godolphin\, Buddy Lamb\, Tony and Nikki Jones\, Betty Cash\, John and P hyllis Sehffield\, Steve and Kimberly Conley\, Judy Wright\, Terry and R andy McMasters\, David and Nancy Lee\, Diane Rose\, Dianna Hale\, Kay Tu rner\, Don Baer\, Fay Youngblood\n\nhttp://www.clowning4christ.com \njrt heclown@aol.com\n END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Belleville\, IL SUMMARY:Clowning for Christ International Conference URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.clowning4christ.com UID:CF999D8B-3FB9-11D8-A73C-000A95745C0E-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040502 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040430 DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Dave Mitchell\, Steve Kissell\, Tony Jones\, Ni kki Jones\, John Holmes\n\nhttp://www.clowning4christ.com\njrtheclown@ao l.com\n END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Houston\, TX DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040820 SUMMARY:Clowning for Christ International Conference UID:41205506-55A4-11D8-8461-000A95745C0E-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040822 DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Dave Mitchell\, Tony and Nikki Jones and more t o follow!\n\nMore info to come!\nhttp://www.clowning4christ.com/ \njrthe clown@aol.com\n END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Springfield\, MO DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040924 SUMMARY:Clowning for Christ International Conference UID:6AB734E0-55A4-11D8-8461-000A95745C0E-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040926 DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Dave Mitchell\, Tony and Nikki Jones\, Steve an d Kim Conley and more to follow!\n\nMore info to come!\nhttp://www.clown ing4christ.com \njrtheclown@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:LaVista NE SUMMARY:Clowning for Christ International Conference URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.clowning4christ.com DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20041001 DTSTAMP:20040607T173720Z UID:88875D3E-55A4-11D8-8461-000A95745C0E-RID DESCRIPTION:Instructors: Duane and Mary Laflin\, Tony Jones\, Nikki Jone s\, Arla Alders\, John Holmes\n\nhttp://www.clowning4christ.com \njrthec lown@aol.com\n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20041003 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Davenport\, Iowa SUMMARY:Free Paula Biggio workshop on company \npicnics and games URL;VALUE=URI:http://groups.msn.com/quadcityclowntroupe/ DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20040301T190000 UID:ED964B56-566C-11D8-93E0-000A95745C0E-RID DURATION:PT2H DESCRIPTION:Start time is 7:00 (we start showing up at 6:30ish for our m eetings) \nat the Duck Creek Lodge on Locust Street in Davenport (just a few blocks off \nI-74).\n\nFor more info feel free to give me a buzz at (563) 441-0259 or email me at \nRTotoJ@aol.com (but don't do it Februar y 5-12 'cause I will be in Florida). \nYou can also get info from the Q uad City Clown Troupe website at \nhttp://groups.msn.com/quadcityclowntr oupe. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Davenport\, Iowa SUMMARY:Free Workshop - Steve Bender of \"Ickle Pickle\" URL;VALUE=URI:http://groups.msn.com/quadcityclowntroupe/ UID:29E1A724-5671-11D8-93E0-000A95745C0E-RID DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20040419T190000 DURATION:PT2H DESCRIPTION:Start time is 7:00 (we start showing up at 6:30ish for our m eetings) \nat the Duck Creek Lodge on Locust Street in Davenport (just a few blocks off \nI-74).\n\nSteve Bender of \"Ickle Pickle\" coming to t ell \nus about what's new in magic.\n\n For more info feel free to give me a buzz at (563) 441-0259 or email me at RTotoJ@aol.com (but don't do it February 5-12 'cause I will be in Florida). \nYou can also get info from the Quad City Clown Troupe website at \nhttp://groups.msn.com/quad cityclowntroupe. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:State College\, PA SUMMARY:Cheerleaders for Christ annual conference URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.cheerleadersforchrist.com/ UID:7DEB0152-60C0-11D8-9A70-000A95745C0E-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040620 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040618 DESCRIPTION:The theme and purpose of our 2004 Conference is based on Joh n 4:13-14 where Jesus promised living water: \"Everyone who drinks the w ater I give them will never thirst again. The water I give them will bec ome in them a spring of\nwater welling up to eternal life.\" Drew Baker conference director and assistant Conference Director Barry DeChant have assembled a staff of 20 Christian performing artists including: Rev. Bo b \"Handi\" Smith\, Barry and Karen DeChant\, Carol \"Holiday\" Spauldin g\, Dan & Karen Boudreaux of Freshfire Ministries Jim and Bonnie Blanks with Kingdom Karactors Puppets\, Luella Krieger and many more.to share t heir faith and skills. More details are on the available at www.cheerlea dersforchrist.com or call Drew Baker at (814) 684-6069. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Pittsburg\, PA DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040305 SUMMARY:18th Annual Conference/Workshop/Weekend UID:3B9C0EE4-60C0-11D8-9A70-000A95745C0E-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040308 DESCRIPTION:March 5\, 6 and 7\, 2004 the Pittsburgh Performing Arts Mini stry will hold the 18th Annual Conference/Workshop/Weekend at the Gilmar y Retreat Center in Coraopolis\, PA. the Presenters include Rev. Bob \" Handi\" Smith\, Dan & Karen Boudreaux of Freshfire Ministries\, Luella K rieger - Biblical Storyteller\, Jill Harrington with Prince Puppets\, Ma gician Mark Miller\, Steve \"Peachey Keene\" Long\, Ventriloquist Evan D witt and more. The cost is $175 and includes room and board for the ent ire weekend. For more information call 724-468-8153 or 724-744-3713.\n END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Montrose Conference Center in Montrose\, PA UID:DF39B329-60C0-11D8-9A70-000A95745C0E-RID SUMMARY:Kindle the Fire DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20041008 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20041010 DESCRIPTION:October 8 & 9 2004\, Kindle the Fire at the Montrose Confere nce Center in Montrose\, PA featuring international clown\, teach and sp eaker Rev. Randy Christensen. The weekend will include workshops on Pup petry\, Gospel Illusion\, Clowning\, Scripture Memory methods\, Street E vangelism and much more. Registration is $85.00 through Feb 28th or $90 through June 30 and includes Dorm-style lodging\, Dinner Friday\, Breakf ast and Lunch Saturday\, Conference Materials\, Admission to all worksho ps and Meet the Vendors reception. For more information call 570-596-76 75 or email j4himministries@hotmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Milwaukee\, WI SUMMARY:Introduction to Clown Ministry Workshop UID:E20C01E1-6178-11D8-9679-000A95745C0E-RID DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20040228T083000 DURATION:PT7H30M DESCRIPTION:(It is on the 28th of February and we hoped to have registra tions in by February 23rd.)\nBay View United Methodist Church\n2772 S. K innickinnic Ave.\nMilwaukee\, WI  53207\n\nCost: $30 before Feb. 23\, la te registration $35.00\nLunch available for $5.00\n\nSponsored by the Jo yful Jesters Christian Clown Group\n\nContact - Sue Davey\n              Rainbow Randa the Clown\nE-mail:   randaclown@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Denver\, CO SUMMARY:21st Creative Ministries Seminar URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.cms2004.info/ DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040729 UID:CDEE55BA-662D-11D8-AD5E-000A95745C0E-RID DESCRIPTION:The Incredible 3-Day Rocky Mountain Gospel Conference focusi ng on magic\, clowning\, comedy\, puppetry\, juggling\, balloon sculptur ing\, ventriloquism\, and other performing arts!\nOver 35 lectures and w orkshops\nEvening Gala Show “Explore The Magic”\nGospel Variety Show “Ho ur of Gospel-Power”\nGospel Challenge Talent Show\nProfessional portrait s of your character\nLunches included DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040730 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Portland\, OR SUMMARY:Comidifest 10 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.comedifest.com/ DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040402 UID:2903167B-6634-11D8-8BE5-000A95745C0E-RID DESCRIPTION:The Comedifest is a conference of quality comedy and clowni ng education.  Our goal is a simple one.  We bring in positive and qua lity role models who all have the same drive -- to teach the best this art form we call clowning has to offer.  We want participants to leave with a feeling of excitement and energy in what they have learned.  We want them to go out and perform\, whether on stage\, at a company picni c\, at a hospital or at a birthday party\, with a feeling of understand ing and passion that clowning has always been\, is now\, and will forev er be a highly respected art. \n\nHeadlining this year is the President of \"Clowns of America International\"\nCheri Venturi\n& Featuring\n Bruce Johnson\nCarole Johnson\nGene Cordova\nSteve Taylor\n\n& The Comedifest 10 Teaching Staff\nAlbert Alter\nKaren Reinholt\nMary Pat Booth\nMike Bednarek\nAl Bryant\nBeve Bryant\nTerry Kuck\nDawn Marie Pearson\nMerrily Roberts\nAngel Ocasio DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040405 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Davenport\, IA SUMMARY:Free Lecture by Tricia \"Pricilla Mooseburger\" Bothun URL;VALUE=URI:http://communities.msn.com/quadcityclowntroupe UID:D590634E-6ACC-11D8-AE7D-000A95745C0E-RID DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20041115T190000 DURATION:PT2H END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Davenport\, IA SUMMARY:Free Janet \"Jelly Bean\" Tucker Lecture: Christian Clowning URL;VALUE=URI:http://communities.msn.com/quadcityclowntroupe UID:8F16551C-6ACC-11D8-AE7D-000A95745C0E-RID DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20040816T190000 DURATION:PT2H END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Calgary\, AB Canada SUMMARY:Clown Fun 2004 URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.funcalgary.com/clownfun DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040527 UID:A7277D28-6EC8-11D8-B18D-000A95745C0E-RID DESCRIPTION:Headliners including Eugenio \"Chagy\" Adorno\, Steve Harmer \, Gary \"Bonkers\" Maitland\, Penny \"Gummee\" Jackson AND MORE!!!\n\nC heck out details at www.funcalgary.com/clownfun\n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040531 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:25328D64-6EC8-11D8-B18D-000A95745C0E-RID LOCATION:Springfield\, MA SUMMARY:Clowns in Paradise Convention DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040729 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040802 DESCRIPTION:A Tropical Island Party\, Featuring:\n\nEfrain*Happy DeClown * Guerrero\, Mark Wade\, David *Mr. Rainbow* Bartlett\, J.T. *Bubba* Sik es\, Go-Go the Clown\, Jack *Robo* Court\, Sandy Snay\, Brian Lizotte\, And more*.\n\nCompetitions\n\nMake-up\, Skit\, Balloon\, & FACE PAINTING (Tattoo & Full Face)\n\nFull Registration by March 31\, 2004 is $135.00 $145.00 by June 30\, \n2004 & $155.00 till Convention\n\nDay Rate $45.0 0* Classes & Dealers only Banquets Friday or Saturday \n$50.00 both $100 .00\n\n*ONLY FULL REGISATRATION CAN COMPETE IN COMPETITIONS* \n\nContact papajamz@hotmail.com or PVCA#225 P.O. Box 10305\, Holyoke\, MA 01041\n\ nPapa Jamz 413-535-1846 or Eyedrop 413-493-1221 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20040319T031335Z SUMMARY:New Event DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20040328T220000 UID:68A179E6-7953-11D8-8ED3-0003934D2DDC-RID DURATION:PT1H END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:198FB0F5-8258-11D8-9F78-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTAMP:20040405T232304Z SUMMARY:Dr. Patch Adams LOCATION:Joplin\, MO DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20040419T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Central:20040419T210000 DESCRIPTION:Dr. Patch Adams is going to be speaking at the Leggett and P latt Center of Missouri Southern State University\, Joplin\, MO\, on Mon day April 19th at 7PM. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Southern California SUMMARY:Association of Christian Entertainers Convention URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.leafsintime.com/ACE/ UID:C8BCA008-8E92-11D8-BCB7-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTAMP:20040415T041118Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040507 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040509 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Altoona\, IA SUMMARY:Fun\, Funny & Fancy Stuff - lecture by Duane Laflin URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.kornpatchklowns.org/ UID:7F664C6A-8E93-11D8-BCB7-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTAMP:20040415T041649Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20040527T183000 DESCRIPTION:Duane & Mary Laflin will be lecturing in Des Moines\, IA on Tuesday \nevening\, April 27th beginning at 6:30 PM.\n\nMeeting location :\nAltoona United Methodist Church\n602 5th Avenue SW\nAltoona\, IA\n\nS ponsored by Korn Patch Klowns\, COAI Alley #189. This lecture is \nopen to the public with a cost of $5.00 for non Korn Patch members. DTEND;TZID=US/Central:20040527T203000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:6C32FA3A-9FD3-11D8-89C9-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTAMP:20040507T030803Z SUMMARY:Clown Ministry /Youth workers workshop LOCATION:Milwaukee\, WI DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20040618T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Central:20040619T160000 DESCRIPTION:Bethany- Calvary United Methodist Church and The Joyful Jest ers Clown Ministry Group are sponsoring a very special program for all. Come have fun with Dave Mitchell and Sam \"Uncle Buttons' Tee from Mala ysia on June 18th\, 2004 at 7:00pm at Bethany-Calvary United Methodist Church\, 7265 W. Center\, Milwaukee\, WI 53210\nThere will be Music\, S torytelling\, Balloons and clowning around\nCall for reservations. Adult s-$5.00 and $2.00 for children 12 and under (414-258-2868) $10.0 0 -family\n\n\nJune 19th\, 2004 8am-4pm\nAt Bethany -Calvary UMC\nClown Ministry /Youth workers workshop\nLearn from two of the best how to effe ctively engage\, teach and reach children and adults with \nGospel Clown Magic\nClown Magic (walk a round and party magic)\nStorytelling magic\n Gospel Clown Balloons\nMusic and Clowning\nClown Ministry\n.\n$30.00\, R egistration. by June12th\, then $35.00\; lunch available $5.00 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20040525T180000 DTSTAMP:20040607T131705Z SUMMARY:Introduction to the Art of Clowning classes LOCATION:Colonie\, NY UID:A0B93CA0-A2F3-11D8-95B0-0003934D2DDC-RID EXDATE;TZID=US/Central:20040525T180000 EXDATE;TZID=US/Central:20040622T180000 EXDATE;TZID=US/Central:20040615T180000 EXDATE;TZID=US/Central:20040608T180000 EXDATE;TZID=US/Central:20040601T180000 EXDATE;TZID=US/Central:20040629T180000 EXDATE;TZID=US/Central:20040803T180000 EXDATE;TZID=US/Central:20040727T180000 EXDATE;TZID=US/Central:20040720T180000 EXDATE;TZID=US/Central:20040713T180000 EXDATE;TZID=US/Central:20040706T180000 DTEND;TZID=US/Central:20040803T190000 DESCRIPTION:Introduction To The Art of Clowning classes will be offered for ten weeks through the summer starting Tuesday evening\, May 25 in Co lonie\, New York. The classes are expected to start at six PM in the ev ening\, and cover such subjects as clown history\, make up application t echniques\, costume selection\, public performance skill development\, s kits and bits and will culminate with a public performance and graduatio n ceremony on August 3rd (during International Clown Week) featuring the class graduates.\n\nBeing coordinated by Fuddi-Duddy and Senorita Soto\ , this class will introduce interested people to the art of clowning and offer some of the best clown arts instructors anywhere.\n\nFolks who re side within driving distance of the Albany\, NY area who interested in l earning more about the performing art of clowning are asked to call Fudd i-Duddy at 489-2680 for more information and/or to enroll in the program . This class will be limited to 20 students.\n RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20040810T045959Z;BYDAY=TU;WKST=SU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E9E38AC6-B883-11D8-A189-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTAMP:20040607T131019Z SUMMARY:Cedar Ridge LOCATION:Weston - House #1 DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20040809T170000 DTEND;TZID=US/Central:20040809T193000 DESCRIPTION:Cedar Ridge in Weston - house #1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20040810T180000 DTSTAMP:20040607T131743Z SUMMARY:Introduction to the Art of Clowning classes LOCATION:Colonie\, NY UID:0B729783-B885-11D8-A189-0003934D2DDC-RID DTEND;TZID=US/Central:20040810T190000 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20041020T045959Z;BYDAY=TU;WKST=SU DESCRIPTION:Introduction To The Art of Clowning classes will be offered for ten weeks through the summer starting Tuesday evening\, May 25 in Co lonie\, New York. The classes are expected to start at six PM in the ev ening\, and cover such subjects as clown history\, make up application t echniques\, costume selection\, public performance skill development\, s kits and bits and will culminate with a public performance and graduatio n ceremony on August 3rd (during International Clown Week) featuring the class graduates.\n\nBeing coordinated by Fuddi-Duddy and Senorita Soto\ , this class will introduce interested people to the art of clowning and offer some of the best clown arts instructors anywhere.\n\nFolks who re side within driving distance of the Albany\, NY area who interested in l earning more about the performing art of clowning are asked to call Fudd i-Duddy at 489-2680 for more information and/or to enroll in the program . This class will be limited to 20 students.\n END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Camp Wanake in Beach City Ohio SUMMARY:Clown Camp for Teens URL;VALUE=URI:http://EmergencyClown@aol.com UID:A5E81D32-B8A8-11D8-AA7F-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTAMP:20040607T173410Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040627 DESCRIPTION:For Students who will enter grades 7-12 in the fall of 2004. \n\nInstructor: DAVE COLLIER\n\nLearn the basics of clowning and clown ministry. This event is open to Ohio-area teens who will be\nentering 7- 12 grade in the fall of 2004. For further information\, email EmergencyC lown@aol.com. This\nevent is sponsored by the Camp Ministries of the Eas t Ohio Conference of the United Methodist Church. DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040703 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Delray Beach\, FL SUMMARY:SouthEast Clown Association Convention URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.southeastclownassoc.org/ UID:183B4A9C-B8A9-11D8-AA7F-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTAMP:20040607T173628Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040908 DESCRIPTION:Contact: Kent Sheets 1-239-995-8881 SheetsKent@AOL.COM\nwww. southeastclownassoc.org/ \n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040913 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Des Moines\, IA SUMMARY:2004 C.O.A.I. North Central Regional Conference URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.kornpatchklowns.org/ UID:8353B14E-B8A9-11D8-AA7F-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTAMP:20040607T173946Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20041015 DESCRIPTION:Korn Patch Klowns Present\, \"Field of Funnies\"\n2004 C.O.A .I. North Central Regional Conference\nOctober 15 - 17\, 2004\nDes Moine s\, IA\n\nGroup skit\, individual skit and paradeability competition. I nstructors: Steve Kissell\, Dave Mitchell\, Sue\nKleinwachter\, Curt & Diana Patty and MORE! \n\nwww.kornpatchklowns.org\nSparky@kornpatchklow ns.org DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20041018 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:733D82C6-BE27-11D8-A411-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTAMP:20040614T172308Z SUMMARY:World Juggling Day DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040620 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20040617T131209Z SUMMARY:Lecture by: Troy Hooser URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.geocities.com/peomagic LOCATION:Peoria\, IL UID:D17FA2F2-C05F-11D8-9B5A-0003934D2DDC-RID DTEND;TZID=US/Central:20040622T210000 DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20040622T190000 DESCRIPTION:Peoria Magicians Assembly  IBM Ring 48 - SAM Assembly 51   P eoria\, IL www.geocities.com/peomagic\n\nPresents a Lecture by: Troy Hoo ser     \n\nTUESDAY\, JUNE 22 - 7:00 P.M.- Holiday Inn Express\, Pekin\, IL\, $10 Admission \n\n3615 Kelly Ave.\, Pekin\, IL (next to Menard's o n East Court St. across from former Pekin Mall and Wal-Mart) \n\nAbout T roy Hooser:\n\nwww.zyworld.com/coinpurse/Articles83.htm\n END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:022F0153-C060-11D8-9B5A-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTAMP:20040617T131324Z SUMMARY:Troy Hooser Lecture LOCATION:Davenport\, IA DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20040623T190000 DTEND;TZID=US/Central:20040623T210000 DESCRIPTION:Troy Hooser will also giving a lecture in the Quad Cities. I t will be at Mr. Wong’s House of Magic\, 1228 Brady St.\n\nDavenport\, I A. 563-383-0877. That lecture will be held on June 23\, 2004 at 7:00pm.  END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:55378D98-C3BC-11D8-B102-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTAMP:20051205T202759Z SUMMARY:David Larible's birthday DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040623 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040624 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20040718T122315Z SUMMARY:National Clown Week DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20040808 UID:2E2E5E5E-D8B5-11D8-8437-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040801 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Tacoma\, Washington SUMMARY:Northwest Festival of Clowns URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.bigfootclownalley.com/ DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20040930 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20041004 UID:0F55745C-D8F2-11D8-9CAA-0003934D2DDC-RID DESCRIPTION:Featuring Leon McBryde\, Steve Kissell and Sue Kleinwachter\ , \n\n. Schedule: All classes\, instructors and events are posted on our \nwebsite.\n. Open Mic & Competition\n· Fantastic dealers room\n· Satur day evening banquet (included in registration fee)\n· Hosted by Big Foot Clown Alley\n· Lots of hospitality and fun!\n\nRegistration is only $12 5.00 prior to July 31\, $135.00 after August 1.\nSaturday only Registrat ion: $70.00 (Saturday sessions and banquet)\n\nGuest Saturday Banquet: $ 27.00 Guest Sunday Breakfast: $15.00 \nSaturday Box Lunch $14.00 \n\nLaQ uinta Inn\n1425 E 27th Street\nTacoma\, WA 98421\n\n1-253-383-0146 or 1- 800-531-5900\n\nHotel Registrations must be made directly with the LaQui nta Inn. \nRates: $79.00 up to four people in a room. Includes continent al \nbreakfast\, Reservations must be made by September 7th to receive t his \ngreat rate. \nFor more information and registration\nVisit www.big footclownalley.com\nEmail clowns@bigfootclownalley.com\nFestival Chair: Jan Gee 253.589.3503 DTSTAMP:20040718T194010Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20040906T214949Z SUMMARY:A Heart for Clowning - Let Me Entertain U Clown Skool URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.charlieschaplains.bravehost.com/ LOCATION:Frye Regional Medical Center DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20040925T090000 UID:EE832BBC-004D-11D9-9F8B-0003934D2DDC-RID DESCRIPTION:Charlie's Chaplains will present \"A Heart for Clowning - Le t Me Entertain U\" Clown Skool\, from 9AM - 4PM\, on Saturday\, Septembe r 25\, at Frye Regional Medical Center's Education Classroom. The day-lo ng training program will feature a variety of experienced speakers on to pics which focus on presentation\, entertainment skills and using them in a hospital setting. It is open to the public\, and offered for all le vels of experience\, from beginning clowns to those more seasoned Joeys . \n\nProgram topics include: The Gentle Art of Hospital Clowning\, Walk -Around Entertainment\, Developing Your Clown Character Patter & Schtick \, Rope Magic\, Explore the Effective Use of Props and Gimmicks\, Ballo on Sculpture\, Face Painting\, Pocket Magic and Sleight of Hand Magic. Participants will have hands-on practice and personal instruction in all segments. Many of the components taught may be applied to other clownin g and entertainment venues.\n\n\nProgram fee for this full day session i s $30. Special family and student prices are offered\, and limited schol arships are available. The fee includes continental breakfast\, lunch\, snacks and supplies. A balloon pump is required for the balloon class. “ Charlie’s Market” will be open during breaks and at lunch time\, offerin g clowning and magic items for purchase by program registrants.\n\n\nCha rlie's Chaplains is a not-for-profit group comprised of dedicated\, unpa id volunteers who help FRMC patients feel better through cheerful spirit s\, lightening hearts and brightening patients' days with a gentle prese nce. Advance registration is required. For more information or to regist er\, call Mary Tucker\, FRMC Chaplain's Assistant\, (828) 315-5717\, or Becky Cortino\, Charlie’s Chaplains’ Coordinator\, (828) 326-0662.\n DTEND;TZID=US/Central:20040925T160000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Yorkville\, IL SUMMARY:An Evening with Duane Laflin URL;VALUE=URI:http://nlcyorkville.org UID:4C9E2F96-5FDC-11D9-AD3C-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTAMP:20050106T121514Z DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20050125T183000 DESCRIPTION:AN EVENING WITH \nDUANE LAFLIN \nTUESDAY\, JANUARY 25 \n6 :30-9:30 PM \n\nThis event will be held at New Life Church\, 3205 Cann onball Trail\, \nYorkville\, IL. Yorkville is west of Chicago near Auro ra. Duane will be teaching a \nworkshop on magic and entertaining child ren. He will also have items available \nfor sale following the teachin g. There is a $5 admission charge per person. \nProfessional entertain ers from around the world\, as well as the true \napprentice in magic\, will benefit from the full line of excellent magic items \navailable fr om Laflin Magic. Duane will offer products for stage magic\, children \ nshows\, clown magic\, comedy magic and the gospel illusion. \nAlthoug h known for the best of silk handkerchiefs and silk magic\, offering \n unique patterns like the delightful \"headless circus cartoon silk set\ "\, silk \nstreamers and the Jesus silk set\, Laflin Magic also provide s a full line of \nmagic tricks\, illusions\, magic apparatus\, magic b ooks\, educational magic \nvideos\, accessories\, slight of hand magic gimmicks and comedy materials to enhance \nyour magical education.\nWhe ther you are looking for simple pocket tricks to impress your friends\, a \nprofessional stage illusion for your show or accessories like the \n\"Spider-flex\" professional back drop curtain system\, you will find it at this event.\n\nDuane Laflin is a professional magician\, author of dozens of magic books \nincluding Greater Gospel Magic and Laflin's Laugh Lines. He wants you to know \nthat you can always count on receiv ing high quality products from Laflin Magic\, \nbecause \"We are commit ted to selling only the tricks and equipment that we \nourselves would u se in our own magic programs.\" \nSponsored by The Merry Hearts Clowns & New Life Church \n630-553-0200 nlcyorkville.org merryheartclowns@a ol.com\n DTEND;TZID=US/Central:20050125T213000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Calgary SUMMARY:Clown Fun URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.funcalgary.com/clownfun/ UID:28B86CE9-761B-11D9-AF9D-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTAMP:20050203T194206Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20050526 DESCRIPTION:Clown Fun is a convention created with the advancment of the art of clowning in mind. Experienced clowns interacting and using their aquired knowledge to teach other clowns the sublties of their craft.\n\ nFrom the beginings of discovering their character\, to designing their look\, to developing a show\, to running their business\, Clown Fun is a comfortable\, relaxed venue to discover much more about the clowning ex perience.\n\nSpeakers include David Ginn from Atlanta\, GA\, Eugenio \"C hagy\" Adorno from Puerto Rico / Texas\, Selina Frederick from Ontario i s coming and will be teaching \"Clowning at the Foot of the Bed\" and Ra fael \"Bombin\" Rondon also from Puerto Rico / Texas DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20050530 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20050223T152415Z SUMMARY:Bank of Wausau LOCATION:Stewart Avenue UID:C5866D2D-85AE-11D9-B76C-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20050224T090000 DURATION:PT1H DESCRIPTION:meeting with Jamie re: April 19th grand opening\n END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20050422 DTSTAMP:20050301T022321Z SUMMARY:Face Painting Seminar - Pioneer Valley Clown Alley LOCATION:Springfield\, MA UID:83A1B694-89F8-11D9-B982-0003934D2DDC-RID DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20050424 DESCRIPTION:The Pioneer Valley Clown Alley will be holding a face painti ng\nseminar on April 22 & 23rd. I'd like to extend the invitation to all \nfacepainters.\n\nGary Cole\, founder of Snazaroo\, will be present to teach all\nattendees (beginners - advanced) about facepainting\, startin g with\nthe basics. There will be raffles and competitions throughout t he day. Product\nwill be on hand for sale also.\n\nFee - $45 (includes B OTH days\, also includes breakfast\, lunch &\nbeverages for Saturday) NO REFUNDS will be made. We are limiting\nthis class... so first come firs t serve. You do NOT have to be\npresent for the Friday evening/late afte rnoon class - the main class starts on Saturday. Friday will be more of a hands on - critique\nclass with Gary there to provide helpful hints.\n \nIf you are interested in attending LET ME KNOW! I'm not one to wait\nt il the last minute to fill seats.\n\nYour spot will be reserved once I r eceive your check\, but an email\nconfirmation would be appreciated. The class will be held in the Springfield area\, exact location to be annou nced at a later date.\n\nPlease make checks payable to P.V.C.A.#225 and mail them to-\n\nKim Hatch\nPO Box 311\nWest Warren MA 01092\n\nIf you h ave any questions please do not hesitate to call me at 413-\n436-7979.\n \nThanks!\nChit-Chat (Kim Hatch) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Orlando\, FL SUMMARY:Face and Body Art Convention URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.faceandbodyart.net UID:29DA06B3-89F9-11D9-B982-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTAMP:20050301T022651Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20050526 DESCRIPTION:May 26-29 in Orlando\, Florida 350+ painters from all over t he world gather \ntogether to learn from each other\, discover new tech niques and ideas and \nreceive a shot of creativity needed to elevate o ne's skills to higher levels. If \nface painting is part of your repert oire and you desire to be the BEST that you \ncan be in this field\, th ere's no better place than the Face and Body Art \nConvention to do so. Four full days of classes on all subjects and all levels \nincluding a irbrush\, henna\, crazy hair and marketing. TWENTY FOUR of the best \na rtists in the world instructing\, four separate competitions plus the no w \nfamous BEST party of the year. For a schedule of events\, to regist er on line and \nview thousands of pictures from past conventions\, ple ase visit us on line at: \n_www.faceandbodyart.net_ (http://www.faceandb odyart.net) . DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20050530 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Peoria\, IL SUMMARY:World Clown Association Convention URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.worldclownassociation.com/convention.html UID:78CF375E-8B0C-11D9-92E0-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTAMP:20050302T112033Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20050405 DESCRIPTION:Spirit of Peoria Days\nApril 5 thru 10\, 2005\nPeoria\, Illi nois\n\nHosted by the World Clown Association\nand the Class Clowns of C entral Illinois\n\nRegister now!\n\nWith Featured Performances by: Angel Ocasio (Wednesday\, 8:00-9:30 p.m.)\, Barry Mitchell (Thursday\, 8:00-9 :30 p.m.)\n\nHoliday Inn City Center\n500 Hamilton Blvd.\nPeoria\, IL 61 607\n800-474-2501\nGet Directions to Hotel\n\nPeoria Convention and Visi tors Bureau can provide information on things to do and see in Peoria.\n \nThe theme party will be Tuesday evening\, April 5 and feature a vaudev ille entertainment cruise on the \"Spirit of Peoria\" riverboat with rag -time piano\, singing\, and themed festivities.\n\n\nCompetitions:\n\nSi gn Up for All Competitions Closes at\n12:00 Noon on Wednesday\, April 6\ n\nGroup Skit Competition\nWednesday 2:00-3:30 p.m.\n\nMakeup Competitio n\nThursday 2:00-4:00 p.m.\n\nBalloon Competition\nFriday 8:30-9:30 a.m. \n\nSingle Skit Competition\nFriday 2:00-4:00 p.m.\n\nParadeability Comp etition\nSaturday 11:00 a.m. at RiverWalk DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20050411 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Grand Rapids\, Michigan SUMMARY:COAI Convention URL;VALUE=URI:http://hometown.aol.com/coaimw/ UID:9820453A-8B0E-11D9-92E0-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTAMP:20050302T114739Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20050419 DESCRIPTION:Lost in the Fifties\nCOAI 2005 CONVENTION\n\nTentative Sch edule posted as 02/11/2005\n\nTUESDAY \n\nUsing Computers in your busin ess-Merilyn Barrett \nHat Manipulation - Karen Bell\nBeginning Balloo ns - Harold Morris \nFace Painting - Pat \"Pitter Pat\" Newton\nItsy Bitsy Pocket Magic - Ron and Sue Kardynski \nCharacter Development - Priscilla Mooseburger\nAdvanced Balloons\nSkits - Angel Morales\nRemembe ring the 50’s (Show and Snacks)\nJam Sessions Face painting\, Balloons & Juggling\n \nWEDNESDAY\n\nReligious Fun Sana and Lyn \nMakeup L ab - Georgia Morris \nPosing for Photo’s - Deb from Brickie Photo’s \nMagic - David Mitchell \nCompany Picnics - Paula Biggio \nJug gling - Jewls Wright\nFace Painting - Pat \"Pitter Pat\" Newton\nBetty C ash\n20 Year Anniversary Celebration of COAI \nFace Painting \nM agic - Duane Laflin \n\nTHURSDAY \n\nMakeup Competition Staging \nMakeup Competition \nTrade Shows - Mary Lou Stasiek \nCharacte r\, Senior\, Tramp\, Auguste\, Classic Whiteface\, Comedy Whiteface \nP rops - Ron and Sue Kardynski \nSingle Skit Staging\nDealers Room Open \nSingle Skit Competition \nMusic - Duane Laflin \nH ey\, I’m a Clown\, Now What? Tricia Bothun \nPuppets - Tom Mullins \nGroup Skit Staging \nGroup Skit Competition\n\nFRIDAY\n\nParad ability Staging \nPromotions - Angel Contrerras \nParadabi lity Competition \nProps - Karen Bell \nMagic - David Mitc hell \nReligious - Duane Laflin \nHow to teach a Clown Class - Georgia Morris \nStory Telling - Cheri Venturi\nAdvanced Balloons\nF acepainting Jam \nMovement - Carol Crooks\nMakeup for Older Canvas \nFacepainting Continued \nInternational Clowning - Albert Alter\nTh eme Party - 50's Malt Shop Menu\n\"COAI Bandstand” ... with our own Dick Clark \n\nSATURDAY\n\nHospitality Room by Clown World Alley\nDealers Room Open \nFace Painting - Pat \"Pitter Pat\" Newton\nClown Ministr y - David Mitchell \nBalloon Competition \nAlbert Alter \nC haracter Drawing - Angel Contrerras \nTaking Clowning to the next lev el - Prof. Entertainers\nBooking/Working Restaurants - Jewls Wright \nFast fun for Funds Facepainting - Lyn & Sana \nShoe Care - John Spe ars\nCOAI Auction \nProm (Award Banquet) - Prom attire encouraged \n \nSUNDAY\n\nWorship Service - Duane Laflin \n\ n DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20050426 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Fayetteville\, Georgia SUMMARY:TnT Road Show URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.clowning4christ.com/cfc_fayetteville_ga.htm UID:3D5533A4-8B57-11D9-92E0-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTAMP:20050302T201555Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20050304 DESCRIPTION:The Clowning for Christ Clown Conference will be held at the New Hope Baptist Church\, 551 New Hope Rd\, Fayetteville GA. 30214 on M arch 4th and March 5th 2005 and will feature Dave Mitchell\, Tony Jones\ , Nikki Jones\, Buddy Lamb\, Sue Kleinwachter DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20050306 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:9D2F993D-8CB3-11D9-9E99-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTAMP:20050304T134725Z SUMMARY:Clown Ministry University LOCATION:Altoona\, IA DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20050401 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20050403 DESCRIPTION:JT \"Bubba\" Sikes is bringing his \"Clown Ministry Universi ty\" to Iowa\nApril 1 - 2.\n\nRegister prior to March 14 and save $10 on registration. Here are\nthe details:\n\nWhat: Clown Ministry University \nWhen: April 1 - 2\, 2005\nWhere: Altoona United Methodist Church\n602 5th Ave SW\nAltoona\, IA 50009\nCost: $55 (early registration through Ma rch 14)\n$65 at the door\n(group rates available upon request)\n\nHousin g available at the nearby Settle Inn\, 2101 Adventureland Dr.\,\nAltoona \, IA Phone #888-222-8224\; www.altoonasettleinn.com\; special\nrate $55 (mention Altoona United Methodist when reserving)\n\nComplimentary host housing is also available with church families\nupon request.\n\nLunch and Supper PROVIDED by the church on Saturday\, April 2 at NO\nextra cos t.\n\nPlan to stay Saturday Evening for our contemporary worship service \nwhich will be lead by \"Bubba.\" This service will include a \"Clown\n Commissioning\" and a \"Clown Communion.\" The service is open to the\np ublic and begins at 5:42 PM.\n\nTo register\, make a check payable to:\n \nAUMC\nc/o Pam Moody\n3108 Brook View Dr.\nDes Moines\, IA 50317\n\nQue stions? Call Sparky at #515-299-3743 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:State College\, Pennsylvania SUMMARY:Cheerleaders for Christ 2005 Creative Ministries Conference URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.cheerleadersforchrist.com/ DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20050617 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20050619 UID:12B98EF0-8CB4-11D9-9E99-0003934D2DDC-RID DESCRIPTION:Cheerleaders For Christ\n2005 Creative Ministries Conference : \n\nFriday June 17 and Saturday June 18\, 2005 (Father's Day Weekend) in State College\, Pennsylvania\n\n\n\nCome to be refreshed and renewed\ , to laugh together\, to pray together\, to learn new skills and to be e quipped for new adventures.\n\n\n\n* 15 Presenters leading 25 workshops and performing including the nationally known Linny and Mo Webb\, Lenora Wilson and Carol Spaulding. \n\n* Two special evenings--Friday evening creative worship and prayer and Saturday evening performances.\n\n* The opportunity to share three meals with other participants (Friday dinner\ , Saturday lunch\, Saturday dinner)\n\nNew This Year: As requested\, mea l costs will not be automatically included in your Program Registration this year but may be pre-ordered separately.\n\nConference Program Regis tration (including two days of workshops\, all performances and evening programs but no meals): \n\n$40 by May 1\; \n\n$50 after May 1.\n\nPre-o rdered Meals: (must be ordered at time of registration)\n\nFriday night hot dinner catered by church: $10\n\nSaturday sandwich luncheon deliver ed from restaurant: $5 \n\nSaturday night hot dinner catered by church: $10\n\nRegistration begins March 1. For more information visit our websi te at www.cheerleadersforchrist.com\n\nQuestions? Contact Conference Dir ector Drew Baker at Droopy0183@aol.com or (814) 684-6069.\n DTSTAMP:20050304T135019Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20050310T185925Z SUMMARY:Clown Marketing Bootcamp URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.ClownMarketingTips.com/ LOCATION:Peoria Illinois UID:88218399-918D-11D9-B3AD-0003934D2DDC-RID DTEND;TZID=US/Central:20050405T120000 DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20050405T090000 DESCRIPTION:What:  Clown Marketing Bootcamp for Clowns who want to grow their Clown Business\n\nWhere:  Peoria Illinois (same place as the 2005 WCA Convention...how convenient!)\n\n            Holiday Inn City Center \n\n Cost:  $35 (if received by March 5)\, $45 (after March 5) \n\nHere' s what we will cover:\n\nMarketing Makeovers (send me your material befo re March 29 by mail\, fax or email)\n\nA Laser Focused Marketing Plan\n\ nTelephone Scripts that SELL your services\n\nMining the Gold in Your Cu rrent Customer Base\n\nOver 30 Different Referral Strategies that put yo ur business on autopilot\n\nYellow Page Secrets EXPOSED\n\nCrash Course on effective ad design\n\nGetting a Vision for Your Business\n\nand much more\n\n \n\nIf you want to take your clown business to the next level\ , attend this bootcamp.\n\n \n\nTo register\, visit www.ClownMarketingTi ps.com and look for the Bootcamp Schedule on the left hand side.\n\n \n\ nFor more information\, contact:\n\nEsther Beris\n\nClown Marketing Inst itute\n\nPO Box 160\n\nMadison\, Ohio 44057\n\n440-298-1536\n\n440-298-1 286 fax\n END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT LOCATION:Grand Rapids Michigan SUMMARY:Clown Marketing Bootcamp II URL;VALUE=URI:http://www.ClownMarketingTips.com/ DTSTART;TZID=US/Central:20050419T090000 DTEND;TZID=US/Central:20050419T120000 UID:930A3D1F-9A3A-11D9-B594-0003934D2DDC-RID DESCRIPTION:What: Clown Marketing Bootcamp for Clowns who\nwant to grow their Clown Business\n\nWhere: Grand Rapids Michigan (same place as the\ n2005 COAI Convention...how convenient!)\n\nCrown Plaza\n\nWhen: Just be fore the COAI convention (How\nconvenient!)\n\nCost: $45 \n\nWe will cov er:\n\nHow to get into these new markets: Schools\,\nDaycares\, Preschoo ls\, Libraries\n\nHow to turn a birthday party gig into multiple\nCorpor ate accounts\n\n6 ways to increase your business by 380%...no\nkidding!\ n\nIs Your Website working for you?\n\nHOT SEATS with Marketing Makeover s (send your\nmarketing material by fax\, email or mail before\n4/12)\n\ nTo register\, visit www.ClownMarketingTips.com and\nlook for the Bootca mp Schedule on the left hand\nside. DTSTAMP:20050321T185553Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:8642B08C-D6C9-11D9-A361-0003934D2DDC-RID DTSTAMP:20050606T202901Z SUMMARY:National Clown Week DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20050801 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20050808 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;INTERVAL=1 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR