Ojai CARES fundraiser to feature singer PI3ERCE
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PI3RCE, previously known as Olivia Pierce
To extend their services and provide support to more people in the valley, Ojai CARES — a comprehensive cancer resource center — is holding a fundraiser at Topa Mountain Winery on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 4 to 7 p.m., featuring a concert by pop/country music artist PI3RCE. Many may know PI3RCE (previously known as Olivia Pierce) as Ojai singer Asunta Fleming’s very talented daughter. Word has it that Fleming will be joining her daughter for a song or two.
Ever wondered about mandalas? Artist will explain
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A mandala by David Orr.
David Orr, a visual artist, will present four morning classes on “Mandalas: Universal Form and Function” at the Krotona Institute School of Theosophy Oct. 8 through 11, from 10 a.m. to noon each day. There will also be a reception for the Krotona Institute exhibition of his work, After Darkness, Light,” on Oct. 12, from 2 to 3:30 p.m., also at the Krotona Institute, 2 Krotona St., Ojai.
'Soul in Education'
Veteran educators provide a certificate program to teachers to revitalize and reinvigorate their teaching career Oct. 12 to 14 at the Taft Gardens and Nature Preserve in Ojai. “The Soul in Education” will offer new perspectives for nature-centered, soul-inspired education where more joy, less classroom management and more learning are possible.
Ojai Retreat features Amazon program to be held Oct. 11
“Are the education systems around the world working to change our consciousness about the future of life on Earth?” That will be the question asked at a program on “The Amazon and the Future of Humanity” on Friday, Oct. 11, from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Ojai Retreat & Cultural Center, 160 Besant Road, Ojai.
An authentic southern belle takes to the Ojai stage
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Julie Hamann
By Adanna Moriarty
The center of the world premiere production of “Bless Your Heart” is a play about the tie that binds a family together, love. When the main character, Thomas (David Nelson Taylor) comes back to his hometown for a family wedding, he feels slightly like an alien. Coming from two very different worlds, he from academia, and his very southern family with their strong-willed religious beliefs, and a love of Elvis. His aunt Lucille, played by Julie Denney Hamann, brings a balance to the cast of characters with her chatty, bourbon-laced vivacious ways.
Artwalk Ventura: Kaleidoscope
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“Kaleidoscope Kandeo” by Deniz Nicole is shown here at Burning Man 2019.
This interactive installation for all to experience and enjoy will be on display in the Museum’s Plaza for 10 days only.
Kaleidoscope Kandeo by Deniz Nicole is on display at the Museum of Ventura County from September 28—October 6. Join us at the Museum of Ventura County on Saturday, September 28, from 11—7 p.m. for Artwalk Ventura.
Jewish High Holy Days a time of prayer, introspection
By Rabbi Lisa Bock
On the last Sunday evening of September, the Jewish people all over the world will be greeting each other with the phrase “Happy New Year!” “Happy New Year?” Really? Yes, indeed.
The Ojai Music Festival names new board chair
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Jerrold Eberhardt
The Ojai Music Festival announced its 2020 slate of fficers for the Board of Directors this past weekend at the annual board meeting with Jerrold Eberhardt as board chair, succeeding David Nygren, who remains on the board.
Ojai artist is chosen for the Inaugural International Biennale
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Artwork by Stanley Boydston
Ojai artist Stanley Boydston is one of two Americans chosen to show his work at the inaugural Biennale of Contemporary Sacred Art at the Grand Hotel des Ambassadeurs in Menton, France, adjacent to the famed resort city of Monte Carlo, Monaco. The exhibition will take place during the month of October. The theme is “Ode to Life” and Mr. Boydston will present Creation/Emergence.
Antonio Rocha in Kaleidoscopia
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Performances To Grow On will present award winning storyteller and mime, Antonio Rocha of Brazil Saturday September 28, at 2:00 p.m. at the Ojai Art Center.
113 S. Montgomery, tickets at www.ptgo.org (click on events) Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children.
Mermaid party at Poppies Sept. 20
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2020 mermaids calendar by Sharon Russell.
Poppies Art and Gifts will hold a party to introduce artist Sharon Russell’s 2020 Mermaids Calendar on Sept. 20 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 323 E. Matilija St., Ojai. A portion of proceeds from calendar sales will go to Ocean Conservancy.