Saturday, January 26, 2013

Rocklin Community Theatre Presents I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change

Rocklin Community Theatre presents I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change.

This celebration of the mating game takes on the truths and myths behind that contemporary conundrum known as "the relationship".

Act l details the journey from dating and waiting to lovers and marriage, while Act II reveals the agonies and triumphs of in-laws and new-borns, trips in the family car and pick-up techniques of the geriatric set.

This hilarious revue pays tribute to those who have loved and lost, to those who have fallen on their face at the portal of romance, to those who have dared to ask, "Say, what are you doing Saturday night?"

I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change
February 8 – 24
Friday & Saturday: 7:30 pm
Sunday: 2:00 pm

Ticket information:
$15 General Admission
$12 Senior (60 and over)
$10 Youth (18 and under) / Students

With book and lyrics by Joe DiPietro and music by Jimmy Roberts, I Love You... reinvigorates the revue by taking a hilarious and tuneful joyride through the dizzying spectrum of modern male-female relationships. Rated PG-13.

Tickets and more information available at rocklintheatre.org.

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Friday, January 25, 2013

Grand Opening of AmadorArts Office & Gallery Set for February 2

It may be small, but from small acorns, big oaks grow.  That could be the slogan of AmadorArts’ effort to have a bit of storefront visibility in the region. The non-profit, which began in 1982, is holding a grand opening of its gallery and office on Saturday, February 2.

 The public is invited to celebrate by dropping by 11-A Randolph St. in Sutter Creek from 1–7p.m.  Those are the hours of First Saturdays Art Trek, a monthly event they can now participate in.  If you come by between 4–6p.m., you’ll be part of the premiere Artists Reception honoring the first three artists to exhibit. Guitarist Keith Evans will be performing, wine will flow, and there will be finger foods for all!

The new office/gallery of AmadorArts is adjacent to the historic Monteverde Store, now a museum, a block off Main Street; turn at Back Roads CafĂ©. The front room of arts council’s space is surrounded on all sides by a mural painted by long-time Amador artist and high school art teacher Rand Huggett.  The history of Sutter Creek is cleverly depicted on a backdrop of the natural scenery of the Motherlode. The second room of the space is where local artists will be featured on an ever-changing basis. It’s also the office of new Executive Director Terra Forgette who’ll be present February 2 to meet and greet.

The first artists asked to show their works have been involved for many years with various aspects of the growth of AmadorArts. Sharon Galligan, whose colorful watercolors reflect many places around the world, has been on the Board of Directors of the council for over 20 years. She once organized the many exhibits at the old Sutter Creek Schoolhouse when the council occupied that large historic building in the 1990s. Her style ranges from realism to impressionism to occasional abstracts. Galligan has been in many juried shows and group exhibitions including in the Crocker, Triton, and Haggin Museums.

Likewise, Howard Rees has been helping AmadorArts nearly as long. His media is watercolor and oils. Rees loves painting and working with other artists. He conducts fun-filled, informative workshops in his studio, and “Plein Air” classes throughout the United States and Europe. He has produced three instructional videos on painting with watercolors, oils and painting from photographs, which will be available at the show.

Sarah Dixon, of the same generation as Galligan and Rees, is a relative newcomer to the region, but she’s offered her assistance at many events and planning meetings. Dixon, who works in oils and watercolor, divides her time between the San Francisco Bay Area and Atlanta. She brings to her work a background in dance and floral design that produces lyrical and whimsical paintings rendered precisely in vibrant colors.

Many events are planned to keep the gallery a center for arts activities, including arts-related meetings, art receptions and as the seasons change, surprises for guests. Regular hours are Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9a.m. to 2p.m.  Plus, on the First Saturdays Art Trek, hours will be 1–7p.m. For more information, please visit amadorarts.org.

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Thursday, January 24, 2013

Lenaea High School Theatre Festival

Now in in its 57th year of hosting and supporting west coast high school theatre arts programs, The Lenaea High School Theatre Festival presents its 3-day event at the state-of-the-art Harris Center/Three Stages at Folsom Lake College.

The Lenaea High School Theatre Festival welcomes over 55 west coast high school theatre programs offering a venue to provide feedback to student performances of one act plays, monologues, scenes and songs. The festival provides response and workshops from statewide professional theatre artists and faculty members to all student participants.

Over 1,000 students are expected to attend. The weekend-long events culminate in a highly energized awards ceremony. The public is welcome to attend all performances.

The Lenaea Festival runs February 1–3, 2013. Below are performance time and prices for the public:
  • Friday, Feb. 1st     10:00am–8:30pm
  • Saturday, Feb. 2nd     8:30am–10:00pm
  • Sunday, Feb. 3rd       8:30am–8:30pm
  • $10.00 daily passes, $15.00 weekend passes.
Performances take place in all venues at Harris Center/Three Stages at Folsom Lake College. To purchase tickets, visit threestages.net. Tickets may also be purchased by phone at 916-608-6888. Some service charges can be avoided by purchasing your tickets in person. Visit the Ticket Office at 10 College Parkway in Folsom. The office is open between 10 am and 6 pm Monday through Saturday and is always open two hours before any performance.

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Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Stand Out Talent Presents Children's Letters to God

Children's Letters to God, a new musical based on the international best-selling book by Stuart Hample, is sure to delight audiences of all ages. This musical will be presented at the Tower Theatre, 417 Vernon St. in Roseville, by Stand Out Talent.

Inspired by the letters of young people writing to “the Big G,” this musical is about kids and various events in their lives that lead them to ask a lot of questions -- some funny, some serious, some surprising. 

As in the best-selling book, the musical is not specifically religious in nature and features seven talented actors ages between the ages of 9 - 14 years.


The show times are as follows:
February 8th, 9th, 10th, 15th, 16th, 17th
Friday’s and Saturday’s at 7p.m., and Sunday’s at 2p.m.

Tickets:
General Admission $12, Senior $10 (60+), Students $5
Free Parking in the Downtown Garage.

To purchase tickets:  
At the door, calling 916/837-SHOW (7469) or at brownpapertickets.com.

For more information about Stand Out Talent, please visit standouttalent.org.
 
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Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Allegiant Battle for Veterans at Del Oro High School

On January 25, the Allegiant Battle for Veterans – School Honor Tour 2013 debuts at Del Oro High School, home of the 1st Battle for Veterans Football Invitational. Del Oro High School is located at 3301 Taylor Road, in Loomis.

The year’s tour will take place at four high schools with the first two in Northern California reaching over 8,000 students this year. The 2013 Honor Tour: Del Oro High School, Lincoln High School, Oaks Christian High School and Upland High School.

Starting promptly at 9:30a.m. and working together in an all-school rally format with the Del Oro High School students, Allegiant Battle for Veterans will present a special program honoring the men and women who have served our country.

Co-Sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of California, this patriotic honor tour is open for all to attend. Everyone knows of a friend or relative who is serving or has served our country. Please invite them to join the festivities! The rally is for them. It is Del Oro's opportunity to: Honor-Invest-Connect!

The program will include:
CMDR James Bell – Keynote speaker
You might remember Commander Bell - he was the pilot of the F18 Jet which flew over Del Oro High School during the 2013 Battle for Veterans Football Invitation just after the national anthem. He will speak about honor, service and commitment.

Special guest – Wounded US Marine, Thomas Parker
LCPL Parker visited our school during the 2011 Battle for Veterans Football Invitational and inspired the crowd during a pregame speech. Thomas is making his return to Del Oro High School to speak about his recovery. Tommy is retired from the Marine Corps and today lives in a rural part of Montana. Because of snow and mud he has been falling out of his electric wheel-chair. In front of the student body, 1700 plus students will see us “surprise” Tommy with a special service wheel chair that has tank tracks so he does not slip in the mud and snow... How exciting!!!

For more information, please visit battleforveterans.org.

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Monday, January 21, 2013

Affair of the Heart

Affair of the Heart is a FREE event focused on heart health. Join Marshall Medical Center and the Cameron Park Community Services District for an evening of heart-healthy foods by local restaurants, wine tasting and health talks presented by Marshall Medical Center physicians.

This heart-healthy event is on Thursday, February 21 from 5p.m. to 8p.m., at the Cameron Park Community Center, 2502 Country Club Drive in Cameron Park.
 
Here are some of the things to look forward to at this free event:

  • “Know the Signs: Heart Attack Symptoms in Men and Women”  - Scott Vasconselos, MD, Cardiologist
  • “Tips for Living a Heart Healthy Lifestyle” - Scott Yoder, MD, Cardiologist
  • Healthy Cooking Demonstration by Chef John Evans, Zac Jack Bistro
  • Health Screenings, Chair Massage, Shopper’s Expo, Exercise Demonstrations
  • Healthy Bites by Bella Bru Cafe & Catering, Annabelle's Chocolates, Crepe Town Cafe, Thai Basil, Zac Jack Bistro, Selland's Market Cafe, Fernando's and more...
  • Wine Tasting by Madrona Vineyards and Miraflores Winery
  • Boutique Shopping by Cross Body Mini Bags by Dee Allyson, We Olive, Safari Ranch Accessories for Women, Global Good Fair Trade Products, El Dorado Coffee and Tea Co., Farm Fresh to You Organic Produce
For more information or to RSVP by phone, call 530.626.2811. To register online, go to eventbrite.com/event/5146178358.

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