East Bay photographer to exhibit photos of Orinda oak trees at de Young Museum
Photo courtesy of Jeff Heyman.
Beginning Sept. 30
“Oak Scars No. 3, Orinda, California, 2023,” a series of photographs of oak trees by East Bay photographer Jeff Heyman, was selected to hang in The de Young Open 2023, an exhibit showcasing Bay Area artists at the de Young Museum in San Francisco. The exhibit runs from September 30, 2023 to January 7, 2024. There is a free public opening on Saturday, September 30.
Heyman’s series of black and white photographs – presented together in a single 20-inch by 20-inch print – consists of nine closeup images of the “scars” on oak trees after their limbs have been removed. Each photograph captures the many unique scars left on these old growth oak trees from decades of serial delimbing.
“A tree endures many scars during its lifetime, and I have documented a number of the sometimes-strange markings on oak trees in Orinda where I live,” said Heyman. “These oak scars, in many ways, mirror the scars we acquire over the course of our own lives,” he added.
Oak Scars No. 3, Orinda, California, 2023. By Jeff Heyman
Heyman first took photography classes at San Ramon Valley High School in Danville, CA during which time he learned Ansel Adams’s Zone System and met noted photographers, including Ruth Bernhard. He went on to earn a degree from San Francisco State University in Fine Art Photography, studying under photographers Catherine Wagner, Melanie Walker, Jack Welpott and Don Worth, as well as painters Paul Pratchenko and Robert Bechtle.
This is Heyman’s first piece to hang at the de Young Museum, a place he visited frequently with his parents while growing up in San Francisco. He has had his work exhibited in a number of solo and group shows. Heyman’s photographs are regularly featured in the Lamorinda Weekly, The Orinda News, and other publications. You can see his work, including “Oak Scars No. 3,” at https://heymanfoto.smugmug.com. More information about The de Young Open 2023, including exhibit hours, can be found at https://www.famsf.org/exhibitions/de-young-open-2023
Five-time Grammy® nominee David Arkenstone brings his captivating concert to NorCal Oct. 5-10
An Evening with David Arkenstone & Friends with stops in Weaverville, Lakeport, Cloverdale, Sonoma and Berkeley on the Pacific Northwest Tour 2023
“David Arkenstone & Friends was one of the best shows of the year!” WOW Hall in Eugene, Oregon
From his first Grammy® nomination in 1992 through his latest Grammy® nomination in 2022, David Arkenstone’s music has become the soundtrack to our lives with unforgettable NBC Sports themes such as The Kentucky Derby to epic gaming music for World of Warcraft and Emperor: Battle for Dune, from Music Inspired by Middle Earth to area music as you stroll through Epcot at DisneyWorld. His September-October tour brings a lively candlelit evening of music blending neo-classical piano, new age, Celtic, progressive rock, orchestral, and world music to Northern California. With over 100 million Spotify streams and 60+ CDs, David’s music holds something for everyone, taking concertgoers on a wondrous musical journey from first note to last. (See his discography)
Joined on stage by virtuoso musicians Kimberly Zaleski (flute), Laurann Angel (violin), Cecilia Caughman (cello), and Josh Gilgoff (percussion), David has plenty of surprises in store and will debut songs from his newest release. Since his first album in 1987, the acclaimed Valley in the Clouds, this musical visionary continues to create distinctive tracks that inspire the imagination. David enjoys touring and meeting his fans from around the world.
“I think the attraction to come to one of my shows is the amount of different kinds of music you will hear and the high caliber of talent you will be presented with. There’s something for everybody. People have told me that it looks like we’re having the best time of our lives during the concert. It spills over the stage into the audience. After the show to be able to meet the people that have shared the music, I’m so grateful,” said David.
David Arkenstone & Friends around the campfire at WOW Hall in Eugene, Oregon. Photo by Skyeler Williams
A musical storyteller, he is passionate about taking listeners on a journey, creating sonic tapestries that evoke every emotion. His music has been described as “soundtracks for the imagination”.
“I envision a place where I would like to go, or an adventure I would like to take, and let my imagination run free,” he shared. “I’ve gotten countless messages from listeners who love to take these journeys with me. I’m sometimes surprised by how powerfully people in so many age groups respond to my music.”
According to his Wikipedia page, “After moving from Chicago to California at the age of ten, David was involved in various high school bands playing guitars and keyboards, playing baseball in his spare time. He studied music in college and started a progressive rock band named after himself, but he soon discovered his own musical voice in the instrumental genre.” Listen to samples of his music on David’s YouTube Channel.
Tickets are on sale now for An Evening with David Arkenstone & Friends! The tour will include the following stops:
9/22 Monroe WA – Wagner Performing Arts Center
9/23 Victoria BC – Phillip T. Young Recital Hall, University of Victoria School of Music
9/24 Victoria BC – First Unitarian Church of Victoria
9/26 Maple Ridge BC – ACT Arts Centre
9/27 Vancouver BC – The York
9/28 Tacoma WA – McMenamins Elks Temple w/Special Guest Pinniped
9/29 Portland OR – Stage 722 w/Special Guest Chasing Ebenezer
9/30 Eugene OR – WOW Hall
10/1 Roseburg OR – The SunnySide Theatre
10/3 Coos Bay OR – The Dolphin Playhouse
10/4 Ashland OR – Jackson WellSprings
10/5 Weaverville CA – Trinity Alps Performing Arts Center
10/6 Lakeport CA – Soper Reese Community Theatre
10/7 Cloverdale CA – Cloverdale Performing Arts Center
10/8 Sonoma CA – Sebastiani Theatre
10/10 Berkeley CA – Freight & Salvage (live concert and live stream)
Tickets are on sale now for the Pacific Northwest Tour 2023 of An Evening with David Arkenstone & Friends at davidarkenstone.com or linktr.ee/davidarkenstone.
Pittsburg: Maya Cinemas joins 2nd National Cinema Day offering $4 movies Sunday, Aug. 27th
Celebrates the power of movies to bring us together, with all movies, all formats, all showtimes, all day for no more than $4
Maya Cinemas in Pittsburg is excited to partner with the Cinema Foundation to celebrate the second annual National Cinema Day this Sunday, August 27th.
Maya Cinemas will be participating in the one-day event, which celebrates the power of movies to bring us all together, and discounted admissions for all movies in all formats (including Premium Large Format screens) will be no more than $4. Maya Cinemas will also offer $4 Medium Popcorn, $4 Large Soda and a $4 Kid’s Tray.
To celebrate National Cinema Day on August 27th, dozens of movies in all formats at all participating theaters will be no more than $4, including new films opening this weekend like Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story, The Hill and Retribution, current box office hits like Barbie, Oppenheimer, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, and Sound of Freedom, recent family hits like Blippi’s Big Dino Adventure and Disney’s The Little Mermaid Sing-Along, to classic re-releases like Jurassic Park.
For more details, visit NationalCinemaDay.org or MayaCinemas.com. Join friends, families, and communities of moviegoers at a theater near you.
ABOUT MAYA CINEMAS
Maya Cinemas was chartered in 2000 with a mission to develop, build, own and operate modern, first-run, multi-plex movie theaters in underserved, family oriented, Latino-dominant communities. Maya Cinemas offers first-run Hollywood movies and unique content through its Canal Maya program in high-end theaters focused on quality of design, state-of-the-art film presentation technology, and providing first-rate entertainment with superior customer service. The Maya Community Foundation is dedicated to the development and enrichment of the lives of people in the community in which Maya Cinemas serve.
ABOUT THE CINEMA FOUNDATION
The Cinema Foundation is a donor-supported 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit – is dedicated to promoting the essential cinema exhibition industry by developing future diverse workforces and growing moviegoing communities through research, education and philanthropy.
Since March 2022, the Cinema Foundation’s mission is dedicated to shaping the future of the great collective experience of moviegoing and the cinema industry. It works to support and impact the health of the cinema sector both in the short term and for years to come and is continuously expanding its contributions to the magic of moviegoing. The Cinema Foundation builds on NATO’s mission and relationships and expands NATO’s impact in ways that help individual employees and companies as well as the industry as a whole. We are the Foundation of a great industry, thecinemafoundation.org.
Brentwood resident to perform as Tina Turner at Pittsburg Seafood Festival
Lea Sweet performed as Tina Turner at the 2023 East County Juneteenth Celebration. Sources: (Left) 3 Queens of Motown. (Right) Herald file photo
Lea Sweet part of 3 Queens of Motown Tribute Show
By Allen D. Payton
Considered to be one of the top Tina Turner Tribute artists in the country, Brentwood resident Lea Sweet will perform as a cast member of the popular 3 Queens of Motown Tribute Show during the Pittsburg Seafood Festival.
The 3 Queens of Motown also includes Samantha Alexes as Aretha Franklin and Stacy Carter as Diana Ross. Under the music direction of music director Nathan Owens and his exciting nine-piece band, they will perform Sunday, September 10th at 3:30 pm.
Sweet performed in tribute to Tina Turner in July at the completely sold-out Bill Picket Rodeo in Dublin. The rodeo is the largest, annual African American, family friendly event to take place in the Bay Area. The 3 Queens of Motown also performed last month at Vallejo’s Empress Theater.
To learn and see more about the 3 Queens of Motown Tribute Show visit their website at www.3QueensTributeShow.com.
Oakley to hold next Concert in the Park Friday, August 4
By City of Oakley Recreation Department
For the month of August, our Friday Night Bites in partnership with Foodie Crew includes a concert featuring the band Project 4 Band who bring their blend of Pop, R&B, Rock, Latin, Smooth Jazz music to Oakley from 5PM to 9PM in Civic Center Plaza.
Bring your family, friends, and a picnic blanket or chairs and settle in for an unforgettable night of singing, dancing, and delicious food under the stars! No outside alcohol is permitted.
Concerts in the Park will continue Friday nights September 1 and October 6,
For more information about the concert, contact Alicia at (925) 625-7044 or email: oleary@ci.oakley.ca.us.
Martinez: Main Street Arts offers 20% off during annual August sale
Family Love by Gwenn Spratt and art by Olga Jusidman. Source: all photos by Main Street Arts
By Main Street Arts
We are excited to offer a BIG 20% off sale in August, to all our customers at Main Street Arts. It’s our way of saying thank you for all the support you have given us the past year.
The gallery will be jammed with art for you to select from. It will be a treasure hunting experience! So, wear your comfortable shoes and get ready to spend some time with us.
Art by Paula Oesterling, Samantha McNally & Pamela McCauley.
Visit www.mainstreetarts.net and see the BIG Sale page for more artwork that will be 20% off during our annual August sale.
The Main Street Arts Gallery is located at 613 Main Street in Martinez. For more information call (925) 269-8049.
Back to School Bash August 5 at The Streets of Brentwood
By The Streets of Brentwood
What’s the best way to get ready for the start of a new school year? A celebration at the Streets of Brentwood!
We’re hosting a Back to School Bash, Saturday, August 5 from 10 AM to 2 PM.
The event will have musical performances from local entertainers, face painting and activities for the kids, informational tables from community groups and schools, and much more!
We will also have our Free Gift with Purchase program during the event. Shoppers can present original receipt(s) totaling $50 or more from any of our stores or restaurants and receive a FREE $10 The Streets of Brentwood Gift Card. One per customer, per day. Original receipts only. While supplies last. August 5th only.
Check back here as we add our list of entertainers and participating community groups.
The Streets of Brentwood is located at 2455 Sand Creek Road.
Pittsburg Seafood & Music Festival offers Marina Experience Package
Perfect for boaters
The Pittsburg Seafood & Music Festival is excited to announce a novel, immersive experience for this year’s attendees: the Marina Experience Package. The event will be held Saturday and Sunday, September 9 and 10.
In homage to our city’s maritime roots and our commitment to innovating the festival experience, we’re introducing the Marina Experience Package – a unique, enhanced experience for our sea-loving festival-goers.
The package includes a designated docking space at the local marina, a convenient shuttle service to and from the festival grounds, a custom festival burgee, and a curated welcome package filled with festival goodies.
“Our goal is to offer festival-goers a truly immersive and memorable experience. With the Marina Experience Package, attendees can not only savor the seafood and music but also revel in our beautiful marina which is such a crucial part of our city,” says Wolfgang Croskey, Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce CEO.
This initiative underscores our commitment to creating unique, diverse, and inclusive experiences for all attendees. The Pittsburg Seafood & Music Festival continues to innovate and evolve, establishing itself as a must-visit event in the Bay Area’s festival scene.
For more information about the Marina Package and to purchase tickets, visit www.pittsburgseafoodandmusicfestival.com.About the Pittsburg Seafood & Music Festival
The Pittsburg Seafood & Music Festival is an annual event held in Pittsburg, CA, celebrating the city’s maritime history, local seafood, and diverse musical acts. The festival aims to foster community spirit, promote local businesses, and provide a platform for local artists and musicians.
Bethel Island 2nd Annual Boats & Berries Music Festival July 22 & 23
Parade, live music and dancing, boat show, pie eating contest, 5K and rubber duckie races, dog show, Kids Zone, food trucks, vendor booths and more!
Bethel Island presents their 2nd Annual Boats & Berries Music Festival this weekend, Saturday and Sunday July 22nd and 23rd.
The days starts off with opening ceremonies with our Military Color Guard and National Anthem sung by Zena Jean. Bethel Island will have a huge downtown parade that is filled with our locals’ decorated golf carts, our military, horses, dogs, Brentwood FFA, dancers, musicians and more!
OTHER FEATURED EVENTS THROUGHT THE WEEKEND
-Live Music with Mama Faxxy and The Gypsy Rebels, Freeway Rock Band and Zena Jean performs with the band Weekend at Jimmy’s! ♥️
INSIDE SCOUT HALL – Michael acoustic shows!
-Boat Show! -Catfish Races are back! -Manpowered Boat Race – Rusty Porthole -Berry Pie Eating Contest! -Rubber Duckie Races! -Karaoke -Line Dancing
– Fun and Educational Kids Zone! -Dog Show! -Local Businesses and Vendor Booths! -Adult Refreshments/Goodies Garden! -Food Trucks too!
SUNDAY – Bethel Breakfast after our 5K Race and Boat Race leaving from The Rusty Porthole!
$600 plus Sponsors:
Rusty Porthole, Delta Coves, Reliable Automotive & Diesel Repair, Plumbtree Plumbing & Rooter, Boyd Real Estate, Scheer Security Alarm Systems, Inc.
Other Sponsors
The San Joaquin Yacht Club, Rusty Porthole, Delta Coves, Knightsen Saloon, Bethel Harbor,, Bethel Market, Black Bear Diner, French Flea #7, Will and Kathy Burns CA Mechanical, Reliable Automotive & Diesel Repair, Boyd Real Estate, Vintage Soul Boutique, Hurst Solar Panel Cleaning, Delta Sports Bar & Gateway Market, Plumbtree Plumbing and Rooter, Scheer Security Alarm Systems, Inc, Lindsay Decker Realtor with RE/Max Gold, Friendly Fire Systems, Inc, Island Cuts, Timothy McDonald, Bob Gerber, Scott and Kim, Linda Nash, Anthony Banks, Straightline Painting, Good Scents Florist, Ted and Geri Alesna, Shannon & Kevin, Lori Castillo, Dorreen Oxford, Hal Hutchens, Ed Horn, Mark and Sue Stas.
For more information visit the event’s Facebook page.
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