Miller Minutes
Have you ever asked yourself why there are so many biopic movies and TV shows being produced lately?
Unfortunately, I don’t have the scientific answer to this question, but I do have a theory. Before I get to it, however, here’s another question: Why are there so many Elvis impersonators?
These questions are connected, I swear. I ask them because, in regard to both, I think people imitate what they admire. So, in a way, art builds off the art that came before it. Stories, dance, paintings, songwriting and any other medium you can think of is based on something previously produced.
We’re all products of the art we like, in some way, shape or form.
Perhaps there are so many Elvis impersonators because, well, he’s the king. Nobody could really do what he did in the exact same way, but it’s sure fun to try.
That is also probably why there are biopic movies about Mr. Rogers, Napoleon, Whitney Houston, you name them.
All this to say, I hope one day they make a movie about my life. It would be pretty interesting. Although, I doubt any actress extraordinaire could find you the same amazing events in Butler the way I could.
Here are some ways to keep yourself entertained this weekend:
The Christmas in Chicora Craft/Vendor show runs 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17 and 18 at Holly Ridge Banquet & Event Hall.
Concordia at Cabot's vendor showcase sale runs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17, at 112 Marwood Road, Cabot. They will offer jewelry, baked goods, dips, Christmas ornaments, lanterns, quilts, purses, holiday wreaths and other goodies.
Santa’s First Stop in Cranberry Township is scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17, and will feature live reindeer, caroling, games, a toy drive, food and drink, and the big guy himself at the municipal center at 2525 Rochester Road.
Drive through the holiday lights and visit Santa’s Workshop at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17, at Alameda Park. You must be registered to enjoy the holiday magic, meet Santa and receive a gift bag. Registration is $9 per child at bcpr.recdesk.com.
Additionally, a drive-through holiday light display at Alameda Park begins Saturday and continues through the end of November.
The Big Butler Holiday Spectacular Light Show begins Nov. 17. The show begins at 7 p.m.
Shakespeare’s “Measure for Measure” will be performed throughout the weekend at Slippery Rock University’s Miller Auditorium. For tickets and times, visit sru.edu/tickets.
See a production of Cinderella this weekend at the Succop Theater at Butler County Community College, as produced by Batavia Performing Art Studio. There will be an opportunity for children to meet the story characters at a preshow celebration. For tickets and times, visit bataviastudios.com.
The Cranberry Artists Network is hosting the holiday art show in the Bottle Brush Gallery, 539 Main St., Harmony, from Friday, Nov. 17, to Dec. 21. The show will feature pieces of all mediums that will be available for purchase. The opening reception is from 6 to 8 p.m. Artists will be available to talk about their work, and refreshments will be served.
Meet a member of the Savannah Bananas baseball team at the Benjamin Beetle store on Main Street in Butler from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18. You will have the opportunity to meet Alex Ziegler, a team member known for his bat tricks.
You have a chance to see performances from bands with the Keystone Opry series at Butler Little Theatre at either 1 p.m. or 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18. These concerts will feature the Hickory Bottom Band and Bits n’ Pieces. Tickets are $15 and are available at keystoneopry.com.
Slippery Rock’s Light Up Night runs from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18, on South Main Street in the borough. Experience train rides, a market, carolers, crafts, an art walk, and pictures with Mr. Claus. There will also be opportunities to donate to Toys for Tots and nonperishable food to the Feed My Sheep Food Cupboard.
Eat heartily at a Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser for Slippery Rock Community Library, or get takeout, from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18, at the Slippery Rock Township building. Tickets are $13 for adults, $8 for children ages 5 to 11, and free for children younger than 5. Tickets are available at the library or can be purchased at the door. Dinner includes spaghetti and meatballs, salad, bread, dessert and drink. There will be various raffles available.
