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FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Artists Association will be hosting a brand new event, the FAA Open Studio Art Tour, Sept. 30. This event will be a fun and friendly opportunity to visit and talk with real working artists in their home studios and learn what inspires them, as well as the techniques and styles of many different professional artists and art educators. A wide array of art will be shown including sculpture, watercolor, oil painting, works of plein-air artists, pastel, and collage to name a few. The studio tour will f...
FALLBROOK – An innovative and free art exhibit, Ecology Monochromatic, hosted by the Friends of the Fallbrook Library, will open Sept. 5 and will run through Nov. 2. Curated by artist Daniel Marquez, the exhibit is an invitation to the public to consider “ecology as the network that interactively connects all life on Earth.” In the language of art, this is a call for the expression and focus on the conservation and protection of the planet. In their own style, each artist captures this subject and the challenge to use a mon...
FALLBROOK – After breaking for the summer, Encore will be returning for the new season with their monthly coffee gathering Tuesday, Sept. 5 at 9:30 a.m., using the facilities at Christ the King Church. They will be hosting guest speakers from North County Fire to discuss fire prevention and safety. All are invited to come enjoy a cup of coffee or tea with some breakfast bites, a valuable presentation, and mingling and selecting activities of interest scheduled for the u...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Music Society has announced the recent appointment of pianist and educator Connie Kleppe to its board of directors. Of her recent appointment, Kleppe said, "I am thrilled to assume a position on this board knowing the value and the mission of Fallbrook Music Society, and I welcome the opportunity to provide my assistance to augment the many talents of our board. "It's exciting to be an integral part of such a fine organization. My goal is to help find w...
TEMECULA – More than two million visitors enjoy Temecula Valley's 47 wineries every year. Chosen by wine enthusiasts as one of the top 10 wine travel destinations in the world, Temecula's wineries offer diverse and delicious wines that consistently win awards in state and national competitions. In “Temecula Valley Wineries," author Rob Crisell looks at the fascinating history and vibrant personalities that make wine country so special. The book also features a page on every winery, maps, an overview of wine country res...
Karen Langer Baker's acrylic painting, "Lovin' the Afternoon," was recently awarded third place by judge Cathy Carey in North Coastal Art Gallery's 71st Fine Art Annual Open Juried Show in Carlsbad where it can be seen through Sept. 4. Village News/Courtesy photo... Full story
FALLBROOK – Hailed as "wonderful musicians who have a bridge to the past and a pathway to the future," TAKE3 returns to Fallbrook to open the Music Society's 46th Season Sunday, Aug. 27, at 2 p.m. TAKE3 is making Fallbrook the first stop of their upcoming 60-city U.S. tour. "TAKE3 enjoys getting back to their roots of Classical programming and takes pride in making this music accessible to audiences who may not have the opportunity to hear it," Bob Freaney, president of F...
Elizabeth Youngman-Westphal Special to The Village News Estupendo! Fantastico! Director Sean Murray's authentic approach to detail in "Evita" includes a mostly Latin cast, historic footage and it's delivered with a solid Spanish dialect. It feels right. When most people cannot recall the names of America's first ladies, they are familiar with the legend of an obscure woman from the Argentine pampas thanks to Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. Had it not been for them, history...
Larry Baker's collage, "The Illustrated Man," was awarded first place in Escondido Art Association's theme show on Consciousness. It can be seen at their gallery at 121 W. Grand Ave. through Sept. 1. The same piece was featured recently in the Fallbrook Library's invitational exhibit of mixed media collages. Village News/Courtesy photo... Full story
LOS ANGELES – The Cinema Foundation & D’Place Entertainment announced, Aug. 21, the return of National Cinema Day coming to a theater near residents this Sunday, Aug. 27. Building on the unprecedented success of last year’s inaugural National Cinema Day, the Cinema Foundation is calling on film fans across the country to gather for a national day to celebrate the magic of the movies on the big screen. The second annual National Cinema Day celebrates the power of movies to bring people all together, and discounted admis...
BOSTON – Emerson College student Ozzy Molloy of Bonsall participated in the stage production of "The Loyals" and "Cabaret." Molloy is majoring in stage and production management and is a member of the class of 2026. "The Loyals," a comedy about treason, in conjunction with NewFest: New Play Workshop, was featured March 30 to April 2 in the Semel Theatre in Boston. Written by Allison Gregory and directed by Courtney Sale, the play is about a divided young country in the m...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Propane Gas Company, sponsor of the "Hello Autumn!" art competition is calling for entries. Artists in the community are invited to create a "Fall" themed work of art. There are three categories. In the two-dimensional and three-dimensional categories, cash prizes are first place – $300, second place – $200, and third place – $100. The photography category cash prizes are first place – $150, second place – $125 and third place – $100. In addition, the...
FALLBROOK - The Freaney and Friends' free August piano concert will be held Tuesday, Aug. 22, at 1 p.m. in the Community Room at the Fallbrook Library and will feature San Diego State University students Elenna Hayek and Chris Chapman, who will be introduced by Sonya Schumann, piano professor at San Diego State University. Elenna Hayek is studying piano performance. She is in the senior year of her bachelor's degree program. Along with her love for music, she is also...
PALA – Due to expected inclement weather, tomorrow night’s Smokey Robinson concert, Aug. 19, has been moved indoors to the Pala Events Center. Show time remains at 8 p.m., with doors opening at 7 p.m. For questions or more information, guests can contact the Pala Box Office at 760- 510-4580... Full story
PEORIA, Illinois – Wilian Grijalva, from Bonsall, graduated with a post Master’s certificate, while majoring in Family Nurse Practitioner, from Bradley University in May. Grijalva was among more than 900 students who earned degrees. Bradley University is a top-ranked, private university in Peoria, Illinois, offering students opportunities, choices and resources to build their futures. Submitted by Bradley University.... Full story
Elizabeth Youngman-Westphal Special to The Village News The mischievous "Beetlejuice" is popping into Broadway San Diego, Aug. 15-20, at the San Diego Civic Theatre downtown at 3651 Fourth St., in San Diego. Don't forget to get prepaid parking at the Wells Fargo Bank building when buying show tickets at http://www.broadwaysd.com. The California Center for the Arts will present "Center Cabaret: The Music of Queen" for two nights Saturday, Aug. 19, and Sunday, Aug. 20. Later in...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter Kool and the Gang received a reputation as a premier pop band when their songs “Ladies Night,” “Too Hot,” “Celebration,” “Get Down On It” and “Joanna” all reached the Top 10 on the American pop charts. The band’s concert Friday, July 28, at Pala Casino’s Palomar Starlight Theater was a reminder that Kool and the Gang had a history of jazz and rhythm and blues before the group’s pop hits. “We’re doing everything tonight,” lead vocalist Sha Sha Jones said. “We’re going to take our time and get a...
Steven Schindler Special to the Village News As a 9 year old, and then as a teenager, I watched with eager anticipation as new rock and roll bands started making appearances on shows that my parents watched, especially The Ed Sullivan Show. Suddenly the world exploded when The Beatles appeared in 1964, soon followed by the British Invasion, and then American bands including the Beach Boys, The Turtles, The Doors, The Byrds and The Mamas & The Papas. But as I sat in front of...
Joe Naiman Village News Reporter Pala Rez Radio had a booth at the San Diego County Fair from 2012 to 2019. After a three-year absence, the radio station returned to the county fair this year. "I thought it went really well," said Pala Rez Radio assistant station manager Eric Ortega. Pala Rez Radio was at the county fair June 16, 22 and 28. "A lot of things are the same. A lot of things are different," Ortega said of the 2023 fair compared to four years ago. Many of the change...
Elizabeth Youngman-Westphal Special to The Village News Each night, once the theater is cleared, it is universally accepted that an empty theater is inhabited by the ghosts of players past. They are guided out of their hiding places once the building is cleared. Only a single bulb, a ghost light, is left burning center stage to tempt the spirits out to play. "Pippin" (Brenden Dallaire) did not know that detail. He was not prepared "for things that go bump in the night."... Full story
FALLBROOK - Fallbrook Newcomers, the community organization dedicated to welcoming and promoting friendship among Fallbrook residents, recently held a fun and informative Walkabout event led by docent and Newcomers member Eileen Weeks. The popular monthly Walkabout activity is a great way to get some exercise, commune with nature and make new friends while exploring beautiful scenery in Fallbrook and other nearby hiking trails and nature preserves. The Walkabout took place...
FALLBROOK – "The Music Man" is set to come alive on the stage of the Bob Burton Center for the Performing Arts, thanks to the passionate efforts of the Christian Theater Arts Project (CTAP). Bringing together families, professionals, and teachers, CTAP is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to promoting good character and life skills in children through training and participation in the performing arts. This production of "The Music Man" is unique as it involves t...
ENCINITAS – Encinitas-based Ovation Theatre presents North County San Diego’s first ever community production of “The Phantom of the Opera.” Featuring a talented cast of performers from across San Diego, stunning sets and costumes, and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s haunting score, Ovation Theatre’s six-show run of the beloved, award-winning musical opens Aug. 4 in San Marcos. Based on the 1910 horror novel by Gaston Leroux, Broadway's “The Phantom of the Opera” is a thrilling and romantic account of the legendary Phantom, a musi...
Fallbrook Art Center is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated annual event, "The Find Magnified Show," which will showcase an exquisite collection of one-of-a-kind, affordable artful gifts created by over 40 talented local artists. The event will feature a diverse range of mediums, including woodworking, glass, textile arts, ceramics, jewelry, gourd art, cards and more. "The Find Magnified Show" is a celebration of the vibrant artistic community in Fallbrook and the...
PALA — Pala Casino Spa Resort is excited to present acclaimed singer-songwriter, Smokey Robinson, Saturday, Aug. 19, performing live outdoors at the Starlight Theater. The show will start at 8 p.m. Smokey Robinson's career spans over four decades of hits. He has received numerous awards, including the Grammy Living Legend Award, NARAS Lifetime Achievement Award, Honorary Doctorate (Howard University), Kennedy Center Honors and the National Medal of Arts Award from the President of the United States. He has also been i...