How to resolve AdBlock issue? Ojai Art Center Theater a jewel for community
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- Published: Friday, 20 December 2019 11:44
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“Seussical” was a huge holiday hit at the Ojai Art Center Theater.
By Gai Laing Jones
I recently had the privilege of directing a musical “Seussical” at Ojai Art Center Theater. What our board of directors offers with many branches of interest is a jewel to our community. Ojai Art Center Theater along with the Ojai Art Center Youth Branch provide numerous productions in 2020 for community members to visit as patrons of the arts and to take part in as volunteers on and back stage. Youth and adults can participate.
$75 magically raised for Ojai Valley Community Hospital
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- Published: Friday, 20 December 2019 11:40
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Abracadabra — the 18th annual Nightingale Gala, “A Night of Magic,” raised more than $75,000 to benefit the nonprofit Ojai Valley Community Hospital. Merlin the Magician, part of the evening’s entertainment, is greeted by (from left) event chairs Ren and Victoria Adam and honorary hosts Steve and Karen Frank. The event is sponsored by the Hospital Foundation Guild.
Lola Haag goes Underground
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- Published: Friday, 20 December 2019 11:35
Lola Haag will perform “A Salute to Tony Bennett” on Feb. 8 with the Lola Haag Jazz Quartet at 7:30 p.m. at the Ojai Underground Exchange, 1016 W. Ojai Ave.
The performance will feature Jimmy Calire, Danny Young and David Hunt playing a combination of classic jazz standards and cool favorites.
For more information, call 805-340-7893.
Matilija music in Jan.
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Matilija Middle School's winter concerts will be held on Jan. 28 (band), Jan. 29 (strings) and Jan. 30 (choir).
All concerts begin at 7 p.m. in the Matilija Auditorium, 703 El Paseo Road, Ojai, and are free and open to the public.
Make 'Care Bags' in SP
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- Published: Friday, 20 December 2019 11:33
A Free Family Day at the Santa Paula Art Museum will be held Sunday, Jan. 5, from noon to 3 p.m. In addition to enjoying our current exhibits, visitors will experience hands-on art activities for the whole family, with local artists sharing new ideas and projects each month. On Jan. 5, visitors can make "Care Bags,” and learn how to turn everyday shopping bags into art for activism. Admission is free, all are welcome, and all materials will be provided.
Chorus delivers inspiration
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- Published: Friday, 20 December 2019 11:32
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Jan Sommer and Kathy Thomas prepare for concert held Dec. 7 and 8 at Ojai United Methodist Church.
By Robin Gerber
The Ojai Community Chorus winter concert was a revelation. While the first half, which included excerpts from Handel's “Messiah,” was inventive and beautifully sung, it was the second half that had the audience leap from our seats at the end. In the Ojai United Methodist Church, where the global conference has had controversy about gay marriage and LGBTQ rights, the Community Chorus sang excerpts from "Considering Matthew Shepard."
Young singers share holiday songs Friday, Dec. 20, at p.m. at Ojai's Libbey Park fountain
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- Published: Thursday, 19 December 2019 18:27
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Performing Friday, Dec. 20, at 5 p.m. at the Libbey Park Fountain are, from left, Coree Kotula, Avery Monson, Lily Giuliani, Emi Schurmer, Genevieve Rosas, Olivia Wilhite, Shannon David, Sam Pio, Ian Nunney, Lys Martin, Ernie Ford, and Abby Duclos.
Friday, Dec. 20, there will be holiday cheer in the air as talented young vocalists from Ojai will be singing “Holiday Songs” at the downtown Fountain Plaza in Libbey Park beginning at 5 p.m.
Dance into the holidays with Dr. Suess
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- Published: Friday, 13 December 2019 12:12
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“Seussical” performers rock the stage.
You can almost hear Santa's sleigh bells as snow dusts the mountains around the Ojai Valley. With the holiday season comes a magical production to share with your family. Ojai Art Center Theater's 80th season is close to its curtain call, with its final production of "Seussical." The musical runs for one more weekend with matinées on Saturday and Sunday.
Poppies hosts guest artist reception
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- Published: Friday, 13 December 2019 12:10
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Artwork by Wana Klasen of Ventura
Poppies Art and Gifts announces its first Guest Artist of the month. Wana Klasen, of Ventura, will show her work throughout December. A reception with the artist will be held Dec. 13 from 5 to 7 p.m. at 323 E. Matilija St., Ojai.
Parade of lights comes with snow
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- Published: Friday, 13 December 2019 12:04
Channel Islands Harbor kicks off the holidays with its 54th annual holiday Parade of Lights from noon to 8 p.m. Dec. 14, beginning with the parade at 7 p.m. This year’s parade theme is “Musical Notes & Holiday Floats.” Everyone is invited to enjoy a full day of holiday activities and watch festively decorated boats in the parade while listening to carolers sing holiday songs.
Holiday Third Friday Downtown Ojai on Friday, Dec. 20, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
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- Published: Friday, 13 December 2019 12:02
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Potter Julie Wellings’ whimsical kittens, titled “The Couple,” are waiting for a new home.
It’s time for our Holiday Third Friday Downtown on Dec. 20 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Ojai will offer extended open venues with light refreshments and live music to round out the season and the year. OVA Gallery, located at 238 E. Ojai Ave. in the Arcade, will be highlighting the work of all their local artists in the window.