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Musical biography of Carole King frequently pushes its central character aside for more interesting and entertaining moments played out by supporting ensemble.

Current eating choices are killing the human race and the planet, and many of the effects are imminent and irreversible. In light of the burgeoning global human population (expected to near nine billion by the year 2030) and the finite nature of Earth's resources, it is critical for people to actively pursue a lifestyle of conservation, protection, and preservation of planet Earth-and seek accurate, unfiltered reality driven information to support sustainability efforts in this regard. In his new book, Food Choice and Sustainability: Why Buying Local, Eating Less Meat, and Taking Baby Steps Won't Work, Dr. Richard Oppenlander compels readers to take a long look at how their food choices affect the climate, the availability of land and freshwater, the health of our oceans, the rapid extinction of other species, world hunger, and the future of our civilization. Ellen DeGeneres selected Dr. Oppenlander's first book, Comfortably Unaware, as a 'Must Read' on Books Ellen Reads. Food Choice and Sustainability is available everywhere books are sold.

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation will host the 17th Annual Grand Chefs Gala on Friday, January 31 at Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park, 200 N. Columbus Drive. In an exciting, Oscars-style presentation, the Gala will recognize the city's culinary elite with the Jean Banchet Awards for Culinary Excellence. This year's event will include a special tribute to Jean Banchet and his monumental contributions to the culinary world and the Chicago dining scene.

Invaluable life lessons are often best conveyed through compelling and emotionally resonant storytelling, and young children are most receptive towards this medium. In her children's picture book, author Jessica Vokey teaches her little readers that everyone is special in their own way and discourages bullying by telling the tale of 'Chester The Easter Chicken.'

Modern Art Etc. is proud to present the contemporary artwork of Laura Kim, a Harvard law and Chicago University graduate / visual artist. Laura's 'Sunrise' and 'Diamond Mountains' are inspired by photography and paintings of ancient Korean mountains. Her signature stylized language of lines and dots create the form of mountainscapes and are symbolic of musical notes and inspired by musical compositions. A completely individualistic new artistic language in visual art, both laborious and painstaking, the finished palette suggests a rainbow and is inspired by the hues of French Impressionism. Laura's digital painting, 'City of Angel's / Violet Horizon,' will be premiering at Photo LA and blends the visual language of photography and painting.

Segerstrom Center for the Arts has announced its upcoming shows for January 2014. Details below!

'Grandchildren are the dots that connect the lines from generation to generation,' the late advertising executive, author and columnist Lois Wyse once said. For author Marj June Gibbins, it was her grandson that connected the dots which not only strengthened their family relationship but also led her to become a published author with the first book of her children's book series entitled 'Adventures of Willem and Booey: Book 1: Melbourne Holiday.'

In its major winter 2013 showcase, the Guggenheim Museum gave its visitors a close look at a postmodern master: painter, photographer, and sculptor Christopher Wool.

New York Theatre Ballet announces Keith Michael's The Nutcracker at New York City's Florence Gould Hall, 55 East 59th Street, New York City. Performances are at 11am, 1pm, and 3:30pm today, December 14, 15, and 22.

The Old Market Presents their Spring 2014 Programme, 48 peformances that will span from February to April 2014. For more information on ticketing for each individual show, visit The Old Market's website.

Nancy Rezendes offers vision impaired readers a valuable resource with the publication of her new book, 'Nancy's Large Print Cookbook: Quick, Easy, and Delicious Recipes' (published by Trafford Publishing).

'To Adam about Adam: Where Science and Christianity Meet' (published by WestBow Press) is Jim Frederick's thought-provoking exploration of how the Bible and science are both integral to the understanding of God's plan for the heavens and earth.

Joe Zee is teaming with QVC to launch his Styled by Joe Zee line. The collection will debut on February 28's Red Carpet Style — Live from L.A. show.

Bergen Performance Arts Center in Englewood, New Jersey will present Robert Randolph and The Family Band, with special guest Jake Clemons, on Friday December 27, 2013 8PM. Tickets are $49, $39, $29, and available at: www.ticketmaster.com or www.bergenpac.org orBox Office (201) 227 1030.

New York Theatre Ballet with A Music Hall and Music Without Borders presents Keith Michael's The Nutcracker today, November 30, 2013 at 3pm at Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main St., Tarrytown, NY. Tickets are $35, and are available at online at tarrytownmusichall.org, via TicketForce at (877) 840-0457, or in-person at the Tarrytown Music Hall box office. For more information, contact the Tarrytown Music Hall box office at(914) 631-3390 ext.100.

Available worldwide on today, November 25, the 2-Disc set of 'Life is but a Dream' comes with never-before-seen bonus concert footage also features a new song, 'God Made You Beautiful,' from the film, included with every in-store purchase. Pre-sale starts today on Amazon.com.

BETHPAGE, N.Y., Nov. 18, 2013 - Grumman Gallery's soft opening in October celebrated the exclusive exhibit of internationally renowned expressionist painter Giovanni DeCunto. The official grand opening today, November 21, 2013 at 6pm will pair his work with popular landscape photographer Asia Lee. The Gallery is located in Suite 1 of Grumman's Suites.

Segerstrom Center's Off Center Festival returns for its third consecutive year January 23 - February 2. This year's festival will showcase an entirely new lineup of wonderfully creative and innovative contemporary performance companies and artists.

Multi-award-winning internationally adored stage and screen star Michael Crawford sheds some light on his notable connection to the world of British composer Benjamin Britten as part of a new retrospective interview which also contains rare footage of the star as a mere teenager premiering an opera by one British music master.

From the writing team that brought you last year's smash FAT ASSES: THE MUSICAL comes the revamped musical/comedy sensation PARKER & DIZZY'S FABULOUS JOURNEY TO THE END OF THE RAINBOW. After a successful run at the New York International Fringe Festival and Encores Series in 2011, this hilariously campy, sci-fi-action-adventure is described as a saucy foursome between The Wizard of Oz, Star Wars, Thelma & Louise and a 'gay' Da Vinci Code...but instead of revolving around Jesus, it's JUDY!