MIDDLETOWN, Calif. – The public is invited to join the final Restore sculpture workshop this Sunday, April 28, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Middletown Art Center.

Participants will be working on Vertical Pathways, a collaborative art piece for Rabbit Hill.

Natural wood sculptor Marcus M. Jung will lead this session with support from concrete and plaster sculptor Emily Scheibal.

Create vertical sculptures in natural wood combined with additive forms sculpted in hardware cloth and concrete.

Adults of all ages and teens 11 up are encouraged to join in this unique opportunity to collaboratively create and engage with the natural environment.

Contributions can be completed in one session and no previous participation or art making experience is necessary.

The cost is $5 per session. Sign up at www.middletownartcenter.org/restore. Preregistration is required as space is limited.

Vertical Pathways will provide a sense of protection and visual contrast and harmony, while honoring remaining trees.

The collaborative vision for the piece was inspired by both the totem like quality of remaining burned trees on the hillside and by stories told about the flutes that the former Rabbit Hill owners, “Huck” and “Skee” Hamann taught neighborhood children to make and play.

The “pathway” will add height back into the hillside and provide habitat for seed spreading birds, raptors, and pollinators.

Participants are invited to select a fallen tree to carve and add form and shape to. The “poles” will be installed in an undulating serpentine fashion to create a rhythmic visual pathway on the hillside.

Visit www.middletownartcenter.org/restore to learn more about the project and see some of the sculptural works that have provided inspiration for the project.

MAC is working with the Lake County Land Trust to help revitalize public interest and appreciation of Rabbit Hill with this new art trail.

Community members interested in joining the project by helping with landscaping or installation can email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call MAC at 707-809-8118.

Restore classes are coming to a close. A final printmaking workshop in drypoint etching and monotype will take place May 4.

A final writers’ workshop with Georgina Marie and Casey Carney will be held May 11. Both will take place from 1 to 5 p.m. For more information and installation and other scheduling visit www.middletownartcenter.org/events .

The Restore project was made possible with support from the California Arts Council, a state agency, with additional support from the Lake County Land Trust and other local organizations, businesses, and individuals.

Visit www.ca.arts.gov to learn more about the California Arts Council’s work in communities and schools throughout California. Learn more about the Lake County Land Trust at www.lakecountylandtrust.org.

Be a part of the growing arts and cultural scene in South Lake County by becoming a MAC member, by participating in Restore classes, or by attending one of the many events or classes at MAC.

This Saturday, April 27, from 7 to 10 p.m., the public is invited to One World Dance, an Earth Day Celebration with music from around the globe.

The MAC Gallery currently features “Living Color,” a vibrant exhibit open to the public on Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Fridays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Visit www.middletownartcenter.org or “Like” Middletown Art Center on Facebook to stay up-to-date.

NAPA, Calif. – On Wednesday, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-05) announced that local judges have selected Nalani Marlowe from Kelseyville High School as the Lake County finalist in the 2019 Fifth Congressional District Art Competition for her piece, “A Day in the Life.”

“Congratulations Nalani Marlowe, Lake County’s 2019 Fifth Congressional District Art Competition finalist!” said Thompson. “Every year I have the privilege of seeing our district’s up-and-coming artistic talent and showcasing our students’ artistic talent and skills. I am so proud of each student who worked hard and participated and want to thank all the dedicated teachers and parents who supported their efforts.”

Finalists from each county in the Fifth Congressional District will now be judged and a grand prize winner will be selected.

That student and a guest will be flown to Washington, D.C. for an awards ceremony with winners from across our nation.

That student’s artwork will also be displayed in the halls of the U.S. Capitol for one year.

Thompson is proud to represent California’s Fifth Congressional District, which includes all or part of Contra Costa, Lake, Napa, Solano and Sonoma counties.

MIDDLETOWN, Calif. – The Middletown Art Center invites the public to One World Dance in honor of Earth Day this Saturday, April 27, from 7 to 10 p.m.

Celebrate the Earth and Earth Day in community at MAC. Immerse in dance music from around the world including North and South African beats, East and West European bangers and Bhangra, Reggae, Cumbia, and Brazilian and Latin rhythms mixed by DJ Nic.

The cost is $10.

This is also an opportunity to celebrate MAC’s fourth birthday having opened March 28, 2015, just six months before the Valley fire, which severely impacted the Middletown area.

The MAC is a vibrant community resource where residents and visitors of all ages can experience creativity. healing and quality of life through art classes, exhibitions and a range of arts and cultural events.

Come together to honor and appreciate some of what we all love and share – the planet, our humanity and the arts.

Beer and wine for purchase onsite. All proceeds help cover the cost of MAC’s rent and utilities. Goddess of the Mountain Pizza will also be there.

MAC is located at 21456 State Highway 175 at the junction of Highway 29 in Middletown. Cover charge is $10. No host bar onsite.

Visit www.middletownartcenter.org to learn more about MAC and the burgeoning arts scene in South Lake County.

Be sure to catch this exhilarating music and dance event.

LAKEPORT, Calif. – Local guitar duo, Austin & Owens, is slated to perform at the Soper Reese Theatre at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 4, the last of four performances making up the new Saturday Night Jazz Club Series at the Soper Reese Theatre.

Tickets are $20 with open seating.

Travis Austin and Robert Owens, both classically trained, have been playing together for more than 15 years, performing all around Northern California.

Blending jazz flavors with Flamenco influences, the pair create electrifying stage performances with material ranging from classical pieces such as “Ave Maria” and “La Malaguena,” to film soundtrack favorites, and even some classic rock instrumental covers.

Sponsored by Karen and Bob Ellenberg and by Sandy and Rick Orwig. Tickets are available at www.soperreesetheatre.com; at the theatre’s Box Office, 275 S. Main St., Lakeport, two hours before show time; at The Travel Center, 1265 S. Main St., Lakeport, Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The theatre telephone is 707-263-0577; Travel Center phone is 707-263-3095.

A&E has partnered with Big Fish Entertainment, an MGM Company, the team behind the groundbreaking hit “Live PD,” to produce the new live documentary series, “Live Rescue.”

The announcement was made March 13 by Elaine Frontain Bryant, Executive Vice President and Head of Programming for A&E.

“Live Rescue” premieres Monday, April 22 at 9 p.m.

For two hours on Monday nights, “Live Rescue” will follow Cal Fire firefighters and paramedics and other first responders, from across the country, as they bravely put their lives on the line responding to a wide range of emergency and rescue calls.

Veteran journalist Ashleigh Banfield (“Crime & Justice with Ashleigh Banfield,” “CNN Newsroom”) will host “Live Rescue.” Ashleigh Banfield is one of the most acclaimed anchors in television news, and one of television’s top law and justice journalists. A&E has ordered eight two-hour episodes.

“‘Live Rescue’ is the next incarnation of A&E’s groundbreaking partnership with Big Fish Entertainment, who will be following the brave paramedics and first responders who risk their lives every day to keep us safe despite the challenges of their jobs. The team at Big Fish has assembled a best-in-class production team of broadcast news veterans and we are looking forward to adding ‘Live Rescue’ to the A&E portfolio of brave storytelling,” said Frontain Bryant.

“Live Rescue” marks the second live show from A&E and Big Fish Entertainment. Hosted by Dan Abrams with analysis from Tom Morris Jr. and Sean “Sticks” Larkin, “Live PD” is a documentary series that follows diverse law enforcement agencies across the country as they patrol their communities. “Live PD” is cable’s #1 justice series* and the #1 show on cable on Friday and Saturday nights.

“Live Rescue” is produced by Big Fish Entertainment, an MGM Company, with Dan Cesareo, Lucilla D’Agostino, John Zito, and Jordana Starr serving as Executive Producers. Elaine Frontain Bryant, Shelly Tatro, and Sean Gottlieb are Executive Producers for A&E.

LAKEPORT, Calif. – A benefit for Camp FAME will feature local favorite Andre Williams along with Motown recording artist, Gloria Scott, at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 27 ,at the Soper Reese Theatre in Lakeport.

Tickets are $25, 20 and 15, with youth 18 and under free. All seats are reserved.

Enjoy a special evening of jazz favorites with Andre Williams who has toured with MC Hammer, and with Gloria Scott, best known for her album, "What Am I Gonna Do."

They will be joined by Camp FAME Youth Artists and The World Jazz Band with Tom Aiken, Steve Baird, Victor Hall and John Sheridan.

Silent auction and raffle items will be available. The dance floor will be open. Proceeds benefit Camp FAME, a nonprofit music and art enrichment program for area youth ages 6 to 14.

Tickets are now on sale at www.soperreesetheatre.com; at The Travel Center, 1265 S. Main St., Lakeport, Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; or at the theater box office two hours before show time.

The theater telephone is 707-263-0577; Travel Center phone is 707-263-3095.

The Soper Reese is located at 275 S. Main St., Lakeport.