Wednesday, August 28, 2013
The following video games have been released this week, according to Gamestop.com:
v Final Fantasy XIV — A Realm Reborn: PC, PlayStation 3; rated T
v Lost Planet 3: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360; rated T
v Madden NFL 25: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360; rated E
v Painkiller Hell and Damnation: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360; rated M (Friday release)
v Lego Legends of Chima — Laval’s Journey: Nintendo DS; rated E10+ (Saturday release)
“Only in America With Larry the Cable Guy” (9 p.m., History Channel): Our intrepid host visits central Illinois, where two farm boys are making big bucks harvesting deer urine. Only in America, indeed.
“Top Chef Masters” (10 p.m., Bravo): Mindy Kaling (“The Mindy Project”) drops by “Top Chef Masters” as the chefs create dishes inspired by her favorite romantic comedies. Then, the cast of “Yo Gabba Gabba!” weighs in on some palate-pleasing meals for children.
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Fall classes set at Hoyt arts center
NEW CASTLE, Pa.
The Hoyt Center for the Arts, 124 E. Leasure Ave., will kick off its eight-week fall semester Sept. 17 with a full list of classes and workshops, including traditional favorites and new courses. Classes include photography, painting, jewelry design, graphic novels, Spanish and others.
For a complete schedule of art, literature and music courses, call 724-652-2882 or go to hoytartcenter.org. Scholarships are available to students of any age by completing a simple application. Scholarship awards are limited to one class per person per semester, but may be awarded to several individuals in one household (for example, siblings). Many courses qualify for ACT 48 Continuing Education hours and/or meet homeschooling requirements.
The Hoyt is open Tuesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
USA Dance offers ‘Thriller’ lessons
GIRARD
USA Dance will offer free dance lessons for Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” Sept. 9 at 5:45 p.m. at Kuzman’s, 1025 S. State St. The public is welcome. The lesson is part of the free monthly Mad Hot Monday Dance. For information, contact Kuzman’s at 330-545-8521 or USA Dance volunteer Stephen Barba at 330-502-5492.
Cedar Point adding two rides in 2014
SANDUSKY
Cedar Point amusement park will add two new family rides on the Gemini Midway in 2014: Pipe Scream and Lake Erie Eagles.
Pipe Scream will combine aspects of a roller coaster and a flat ride. Riders will spin and coast over 302 feet of track, reaching a maximum height of 43 feet and a top speed of 43 mph.
Lake Erie Eagles is a classic thrill ride. Riders will sit in one of eight carriages suspended from arms 28 feet above the ground. As the ride begins, the carriages swing outward simulating the sensation of flight and a paddle allows guests to alter their flight experience.