Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
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FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Music Society's 47th season opens with a fiery performance by renowned contemporary jazz pianist Scott Wilkie on Sunday, Sept. 22 at 2 p.m. This year's exciting concert series debuts with one of Fallbrook's most requested groups "Scott Wilkie and Friends," which features Scott Wilkie, piano; Nathan Brown (bass), Jeff Olson (drums), and Pat Kelley (guitar). Back in Fallbrook by popular demand, the group showcases its artistry by enchanting audiences with their uninhibited, informal, fun-loving p...
FALLBROOK – Stagecoach Sunday, the ever-popular annual fundraiser for Fallbrook Land Conservancy, rolls into town on Oct. 6. The festivities will begin at 11 a.m. and end at 3 p.m. at the historic Palomares House and Park in Fallbrook, located at 1815 South Stage Coach Lane. While admission and parking are free, ticket packages for a barbeque dinner and drinks can be purchased online or on the day of the event. There will also be a silent auction and raffle, wild animal e...
FALLBROOK – Friends of the Fallbrook Library announce this month's Freaney and Friends free concert will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 1 p.m. in the Community Room at the Fallbrook Library. It will feature concert pianist Dr. Vania Pimentel. Pimental was born and raised in Brazil and has promoted Brazilian music in creative recital programs. She has a BA in Music and another BA in Philosophy from Brazil, KA graduate artist diploma from Germany, Masters in Piano P...
FALLBROOK – On Saturday, Sept. 21, Fallbrook Artists Association will hold its monthly general meeting and feature Bonnie Rinier as their demonstration artist. She will show a variety of paintings she has created using special textured canvas that accepts watercolor with a unique and beautiful finish. Rinier's art features many types of wild life and landscapes, but this technique can be used for any chosen subject. Participants are encouraged to bring their own reference p...
Eric Dow has lived in Menifee since moving from Fallbrook when he was in high school. Dow is the vocalist for the heavy metal band Helsott, and on Aug. 10 he was in Finland playing at the Helsinki Metal Festival. "We had the time of our lives," Dow said. Part of Dow's childhood was with a Moreno Valley residence. The family moved to Fallbrook and he attended Live Oak Elementary School and Potter Junior High School. After his freshman year at Fallbrook High School, he became a... Full story
FALLBROOK – The Friends of the Fallbrook Library are pleased to be hosting the banner art show "Latino Ecology Symmetry" from Sept. 2 to Nov. 15. Curated by artist Daniel Marquez, the show is an invitation to the public to consider "Ecology as the network that interactively connects all life on Earth." This is a call for expression and focus on the conservation and protection of the Planet. In their own style, each artist captures this subject of ecology and the challenge t...
"Hummingbirds: A Celebration of Their Beauty Through Art" is an amazing book of illustrations on every species of hummingbird you have ever wanted to see, have thought you saw or wanted to know about is available now. Through the eyes and hands of a remarkable artist, the talent of one widely-known Fallbrookian of many years, Gamini Ratnavira's artistic renderings were created through his knowledge and study of these fluttering elusive beauties. With the help of his wife and...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Newcomers recently held a fun and festive "Red, White and BBQ" Summer Party hosted by Newcomers Events Director Candice Kelly and her dedicated events team. The popular Newcomers themed-dinner parties are a great way to make new friends while enjoying a delicious meal and stimulating conversation in a relaxing environment. The "Red, White and BBQ" Summer Party took place Aug. 3, at the beautiful home of Cindy Konkel and included colorful decorations, e...
FALLBROOK – The Fallbrook Art Center announces its upcoming show, "The 27th Annual Galaxy of Glass Exhibition – Capturing Light", which runs from Aug. 31 through Oct. 4, in the Janice Griffiths Gallery. Acclaimed glass artists will present a stunning collection of new works that showcase unparalleled talent and creativity. These are not just artworks but unique pieces that push the boundaries of traditional glass making techniques, promising to intrigue and captivate all who v...
FALLBROOK – As summer winds down, Encore members enjoyed a day of 'trash to treasure'. They went to two thriving thrift stores in Valley Center and an antiques mall in Escondido. Everyone had some great finds and new found 'treasures.' Following their adventure, they gathered for a nice lunch at A Delight of France Bakery and Bistro downtown Escondido. As is well known, shopping builds an appetite. The group enjoyed dining and visiting with one another following a fun and s...
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 will be awarded in each: 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...
FALLBROOK – Author Laura McNeal, formerly of Fallbrook, will be reading from and discussing her new novel, "The Swan's Nest," at Writers Read at Fallbrook Library on Friday, Sept. 13. The library is located at 124 S. Mission, between Alvarado and Fig streets, and the book will be available for sale and signing. "The Swan's Nest" has been lauded for the author's extraordinary reflection of the relationship between two classic poets, the reclusive Elizabeth Barrett and her p...
FALLBROOK – The Freaney and Friends free August concert will be held Tuesday, Aug. 27 at 1 p.m. in the Community Room at the library and will feature Dr. Sonya Schumann. Schumann is an expressive and imaginative pianist, both in solo and collaborative performances, and has enjoyed performing most recently with the San Diego Symphony and Mainly Mozart. Also active as a collaborative chamber musician, she is a strong advocate for new music, with many albums and recordings a...
There is no time like the present to book tickets for any of these great shows. Broadway San Diego will present "Spider-Man Across the Spider-Verse" in concert Oct. 22 and 23, at 3651 Fourth Ave. For tickets, call 619-564-3000 or visit www.broadwaysd.com. California Center for the Arts brings "Jersey Boys" Sept 13-Oct. 6 at 340 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido. Preview prices for Sept. 13 and 14. For tickets, call 760-839-4149 or visit www.artcenter.org. The Cygnet Theatre in...
FALLBROOK – Every one of the six pieces the Bakers entered in the Fallbrook Artists Association's latest exhibits have been awarded prizes. Karen Langer Baker won one first place, one third place and two honorable mentions. Larry Baker won one third place and one honorable mention; he also received a first place award for his collage, "Illustrated Man," at North Coast Art Gallery's 72nd Annual Open Juried show. This is the third time it has received a first place award, one o...
FALLBROOK – A tale of the Wild West that has it all… a girl, an outlaw, a sheriff, and a love worth more than all the gold in California! Cinballera Entertainment presents Giacomo Puccini’s “La Fanciulla del West,” aka “The Girl of the Golden West!” The show starts with an original three-person ballet by co-founders Tiffany and Rebekah Brannan, choreographed to a stunning symphonic suite of the opera! The opera will be accompanied by piano and sung in Italian with silent film-inspired title cards for translation....
Currently on exhibit is a series of amazing art originals, prints, photographs, and sculptures during Friends of Fallbrook Library Arts Committee's July-August offering. In the Community Room, 2-D art is primarily installed and in the hallway of the iconic forward thinking energy-efficient and smartly designed public library. Through the Friends of the Fallbrook Library support, the spaces in the public library are more welcoming and open to free music concerts with...
FALLBROOK – Silvergate Fallbrook was abuzz with excitement last week as residents and guests gathered for a special Meet The Author event on Tuesday, Aug. 6. The event featured distinguished San Diego Union-Tribune columnist and former KPBS Radio Show host, Dr. Richard Lederer. Known for his razor-sharp wit and deep insights into the English language, Dr. Lederer shared stories from his book, "The Gift of Age," captivating the audience with his unique brand of humor and w...
Imagine trading the precision of algorithms for the unpredictable strokes of a paintbrush. That was just one of the many wonderful experiences I encountered in my late 20s after several years of working as a programmer, using my degree in applied mathematics. My life's focus shifted dramatically, as did my environment. I moved over 5,000 miles from Belarus to Southern Louisiana, where amidst a host of new beginnings, I first began to nurture my passion for painting under the...
Now appearing at The Welk Resort Theatre – the engaging magic of Anthony Hernandez. A longtime favorite, Anthony is back for a limited run after a stint at The Magic Castle in Los Angeles and club dates in Palm Desert. Audiences are always amazed by his dazzling prestidigitation as he conjures doves from nowhere and even a bunny from thin air. Wait, you ain't seen nothing until he delivers a beautiful Pomeranian right before your eyes! While the darling animals are coddled, h...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Newcomers recently held a fun and invigorating Walkabout event led by Newcomers Walkabout Activity Co-Chair Kathy Pratt. The popular monthly Walkabout activity is a great way to get some exercise and make new friends while exploring beautiful scenery at various local hiking trails, nature preserves, beaches and other urban areas. The Walkabout took place on July 9 in downtown Carlsbad. The City of Carlsbad, known as the "Village by the Sea," is a p...
FALLBROOK – Encore opened the summer season with an elegant evening at the Grand Tradition Estate and Gardens, a beautiful event venue located right in Fallbrook. Guests were able to view the scenic gardens and enjoy an elegant dinner at the Beverly Mansion. The evening began with socializing over drinks and hors d'oeuvres, followed by a full course dinner, lively game, and a delectable dessert to close the night out. It was a savored gathering and a beautiful way to start t...
FALLBROOK – Fallbrook Scarecrow Days, Oct. 1-31, have the ScareCREW hustling to put final touches on scarecrows and to clients' "made to order" scarecrows. The scarecrows that made the cut for another year of show have been refurbished with a fresh look and those that didn't make the cut are being replaced by newly created characters, all to make room for workshops in September. Work on scarecrows began in February. Need help building a scarecrow? Sign up for a scarecrow w...
FALLBROOK – Karen Langer Baker has been collecting ribbons lately. In addition to an honorable mention at the San Diego County Fine Art exhibit, she received the following awards, a third place in Fallbrook Art Association's special show featuring the sky; a second place in Temecula Valley Art League's annual special judged show, and received two first place awards in FAA's July show, for an abstract monotype and an oil pastel of a resting model. Submitted by Karen Langer B...
