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LAKEPORT, Calif. – The 1948 romantic comedy, “The Bishop’s Wife,” starring Cary Grant, David Niven and Loretta Young, screens at the Soper Reese Theatre on Tuesday, Nov. 27, at 1 and 6 p.m.
Entry to the film is by donation.
It’s a delightful Christmas show about an angel (Grant) sent down to Earth to help a bishop (Niven) with his struggling marriage and an urgent need for funds for a new church.
The acting from all three stars is lovely with Grant taking center stage as the graceful, good-natured miracle worker from above.
The movie is sponsored by Michael Lorenzini. Not rated. Run time is 1 hour and 49 minutes.
The Soper Reese Theatre is located at 275 S. Main St., Lakeport, 707-263-0577, www.soperreesetheatre.com.
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MIDDLETOWN, Calif. – The Middletown Art Center’s Restore project features a needle felting (felt painting) workshop this Saturday, Nov. 17, from 1 to 5 p.m.
Adults and children age 12 and up are invited to join one of Lake County’s most prolific artists, Alana Clearlake, to learn some of the techniques and tricks she employs in her work with felt.
The cost of this class is $10 to cover the many specialized materials required.
The name “needle felting” describes the process of this art form: Poking repeatedly at natural animal fibers with a barbed needle that eventually entwines the fibers creating a solid fabric. The result is similar to felt that is machine made and widely available.
Since hand felting is individual, the texture and look is very different from felt, which is purchased. “Come stab with me and become familiar with a new terminology: drafting, carding, roving, tops,” said Clearlake.
Clearlake is a master of the medium. Her colorful and impressive felt paintings and evocative felt sculptures are regularly featured in MAC exhibits. She has taught extensively, and her work in a variety of media has been exhibited worldwide and featured in artisan journals and magazines.
Two large-scale felt paintings, sculptures, and traditional mixed media paintings by Clearlake are currently on view in the “All Souls” exhibit at MAC. Enjoy “All Souls” through Dec. 2: Thursday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; or by appointment.
Please register in advance for this one-of-a-kind class at www.middletownartcenter.org/restore, email
Middletown Art Center is located at 21456 Highway 175 at the junction of Highway 29.
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LAKEPORT, Calif. – The Lake County Symphony Association is excited to announce that new brass and woodwind players will join the expanded Youth Orchestra in the November concert.
The concert will take place on Sunday, Nov. 18, at the Soper Reese Theatre in Lakeport.
This has been the dream of conductor, Sue Condit for several years.
“We now have a group of students who are excited about playing in an orchestra,” said Condit. “All are currently playing in their high school band and were recommended by their music teacher.”
The Youth Orchestra will begin the November concert with Capriccio Espagnol by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, arranged by Richard Meyer.
This piece premiered in 1887 for full orchestra after Rimsky-Korsakov changed his mind about scoring for a solo violin with orchestral accompaniment.
Meyer’s arrangement features a clarinet solo and several sections of the original Capriccio Espagnol.
Continuing on with composer, Rimsky-Korsakov, the orchestra will play Dance of the Tumblers, from the opera Snow Maiden. Based on folk and fairy tales, this highly colorful and energetic piece is a favorite of all audiences.
Reserve tickets now for the opening season fall concert set for Sunday, Nov. 18, at the Soper Reese Theatre. General admission for the 2 p.m. concert is $25 or $30 for premium seating. Lake County Symphony Association members receive a $5 discount.
Open rehearsal starts at 11 a.m. The cost is $5 for adults and is free for those under 18.
The concert will take place on Sunday, Nov. 18, at the Soper Reese Theatre in Lakeport.
This has been the dream of conductor, Sue Condit for several years.
“We now have a group of students who are excited about playing in an orchestra,” said Condit. “All are currently playing in their high school band and were recommended by their music teacher.”
The Youth Orchestra will begin the November concert with Capriccio Espagnol by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, arranged by Richard Meyer.
This piece premiered in 1887 for full orchestra after Rimsky-Korsakov changed his mind about scoring for a solo violin with orchestral accompaniment.
Meyer’s arrangement features a clarinet solo and several sections of the original Capriccio Espagnol.
Continuing on with composer, Rimsky-Korsakov, the orchestra will play Dance of the Tumblers, from the opera Snow Maiden. Based on folk and fairy tales, this highly colorful and energetic piece is a favorite of all audiences.
Reserve tickets now for the opening season fall concert set for Sunday, Nov. 18, at the Soper Reese Theatre. General admission for the 2 p.m. concert is $25 or $30 for premium seating. Lake County Symphony Association members receive a $5 discount.
Open rehearsal starts at 11 a.m. The cost is $5 for adults and is free for those under 18.
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MIDDLETOWN, Calif. – Lake County residents and visitors are invited to groove to The Higher Logic Project at the Middletown Art Center on Friday, Nov. 16, from 7 to 10 p.m.
With its finger on the pulse of arts and culture in Lake County, the MAC welcomes this beloved local band to perform in the MAC gallery, surrounded by artwork from the “All Souls” exhibit currently on view.
Enjoy reggae-infused dance rock and soulful melodies with lyrical consciousness. Celebrate local music and art! The cover charge is $10. A no-host bar will be onsite.
The Higher Logic Project is comprised of diverse musicians including Dooby (Derek) Wells on lead vocals and guitar, Gary Cambra on guitar and keyboards, Jacob Cambra on drums, Chris Clark on bass, DJ Sam Murti, and Bella Cambra on background vocals.
“Music and Art are key to our existence,” said Rick Berriz, owner and partner with Gary Cambra at The Butterfly House Studio in Clearlake where Higher Logic’s CD was produced and recorded. “We’re very proud of these guys. Just let the music speak for itself!”
“Whether you love reggae, rock, R&B or funk, love to dance or love MAC, the Higher Logic Project – Give Thanks concert promises to deliver a high energy, heartfelt community gathering. We give thanks for our communities’ courage, and who we are becoming as we rebuild, grow, and sustain Lake County, with local arts being an integral part of the revival,” explained Lisa Kaplan, programs director at MAC.
The Higher Logic Project music can be found on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/HigherLogicMusic. Digital download the CD at https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/the-higher-logic-project/1240032426.
Since its opening in 2015 and subsequent wildfires in Lake County, MAC has become a cultural hub hosting concerts, open mics, dances and other community events. Be a part of the growing arts scene in South Lake County by becoming a MAC member, or by attending one of the many arts and cultural events or classes at MAC.
Middletown Art Center is located at 21456 State Highway 175 at the junction of Highway 29. Visit www.middletownartcenter.org or “Like” Middletown Art Center on Facebook to stay up-to-date with what’s happening at MAC. Check out MAC’s nominal cost Restore classes in sculpture, mixed media, printmaking and creative writing that happen most weekends at www.middletownartcenter.org/restore.
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