| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Art Happens Here: Irvine Fine Arts Center Open HousePresented by Irvine Fine Arts Center at Irvine Fine Arts Center February 11, 2012 Spend the day at the Irvine Fine Arts Center exploring the programs, studio amenities and art exhibition galleries that support creativity in our community. This event will inspire all ages to get involved in the arts!
Art & Culinary Demos * Hands-on Activities * Raffle Prizes * Food Trucks * FREE ADMISSION! | Irvine Fine Arts Center | 02/11/12 | Irvine |
African American Art Song ConferencePresented by UCI, Claire Trevor School of the Arts at University of California, Irvine - Winifred Smith Hall February 9-February 12, 2012 “Roots and Branches” - Marking 15 years of alliance service
Performers, scholars, and lovers of the African American repertoire will converge on the Claire Trevor School of the Arts from across the nation to mark the 15th Anniversary of the African American Art Song Alliance. Each day will be filled with activities, including panel discussions, paper presentations, lectures, and performances. Featured performances by Donnie Ray Albert, Robert Owens, Louise Toppin,... | UCI, Claire Trevor School of the Arts | 02/09/12-
02/12/12 | Irvine |
Tenth Anniversary Concert – Edgar Meyer, Calder Quartet, Calidore Quartet - 2012 LBMFPresented by Laguna Beach Live! at Laguna Playhouse February 12, 2012 Festival alumni the Calder Quartet (LBMF ’03) and Edgar Meyer (LBMF ’05) collaborate with the youthful yet musically mature Calidore Quartet, winners of the 2011 Fischoff Competition. This eclectic afternoon celebrates the Festival’s tenth anniversary with a program featuring the Mendelssohn Octet. Laguna Beach Music Festival is a week-long blend of concerts, salons, informal talks and social events presented by Laguna Beach Live! and the Philharmonic Society. | Laguna Beach Live! | 02/12/12 | Laguna Beach |
Old World Village Chocolate & Wine FestivalPresented by Fair Opportunities at Old World Village February 11-February 12, 2012 The Old World Village Chocolate & Wine Festival is sure to be an unforgettable and fun event, with something for everyone! Guests will enjoy chocolatiers, bakers, candy makers, wine tastings, arts & crafts, shopping and entertainment. Bring your friends, family, and significant other and make it a date to celebrate together. | Fair Opportunities | 02/11/12-
02/12/12 | Huntington Beach |
Painting Your Way To Better HealthPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art February 12, 2012 As a part of the “Art is Good for Your Health” lecture series on art and healthy aging, the Bowers Museum presents “Painting Your Way to Better Brain Health.” Come learn how brain circuits are activated by painting-creativity, motor skill, emotion, memory and more. Discussion includes examples of famous painters, and painters with Alzheimer's disease. Hands-on art activity follows the program. | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 02/12/12 | Santa Ana |
The African American Art Song Alliance Conference “Roots and Branches”Presented by UCI, Claire Trevor School of the Arts at University of California, Irvine - Winifred Smith Hall February 9-February 12, 2012 All activities to be held at Winifred Smith Hall, unless otherwise noted, and are open and free to the public
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Thursday, February 9
5:00 PM Welcome Reception, UCI Art Gallery
7:30 PM Welcome Concert
Africa’s Varied Influence
William Chapman Nyaho, with Louise Toppin in concert
Friday, February 10
Flowers
9:00 AM ... | UCI, Claire Trevor School of the Arts | 02/09/12-
02/12/12 | Irvine |
Santiago Art District Art WalkPresented by Santiago Art District at Santiago Art District February 18, 2012 Every Third Saturday: Come visit the Santiago Art District Art Walk, located across from the historic Amtrak train station in Santa Ana.
The art walk begins at 7:00pm and galleries stay open until at least 10:00pm. With nearly 20 galleries to visit-- all showing various types of works in various mediums-- there’s something for everyone. Santa Ana is quickly becoming The City for art, music, and food.
Stay for a bit at each gallery, meet the... | Santiago Art District | 02/18/12 | Santa Ana |
Film Producer Robert Kline to Speak on “The New Hollywood”Presented by Newport Beach Public Library at Newport Beach Public Library February 22, 2012 Newport Beach Public Library Foundation presents a preview of the Academy Awards and a look the new generation of film stars.
Producer, director and former studio head Robert Kline, returns for this annual program, taking the audience through an evening of the top movies and screen roles, as well as behind the scenes stories of Hollywood and film. This year, Mr. Kline will highlight “The New Hollywood,” the new generation of power-brokers and film... | Newport Beach Public Library | 02/22/12 | Newport Beach |
First Thursdays: Laguna Art WalkPresented by City of Laguna Beach Arts at Laguna Beach Arts District March 1, 2012 Join member galleries for Laguna Beach's monthly First Thursdays Art Walk for artist demonstrations, exhibition openings, music, dance, appetizers, and more! Now in its 14th year!
Art Walk maps are available online and at all participating galleries.
First Thursdays Art Walk is funded by Member Galleries, the lodging establishments and the City of Laguna Beach.
First Thursdays Art Walk is sponsored through donations made by: The City of Laguna... | City of Laguna Beach Arts | 03/01/12 | Laguna Beach |
Laguna Beach Artist Open StudiosPresented by City of Laguna Beach Arts October 1, 2011-March 3, 2012 Artist Open Studios is a celebration of Laguna’s thriving arts community. It is not only a fantastic opportunity to see, buy or commission beautiful art, it is also an adventure to artists studios to uncover new talent and rediscover established artists. Free parking and trolley service to 24 artist studios. Experience glass blowing, fused glass hands-on workshops, ceramic, painting, printmaking and bronze lost-wax demonstrations. | City of Laguna Beach Arts | 10/01/11-
03/03/12 | Laguna Beach |
West Side TerriPresented by Hunger Artists Theatre Company at Hunger Artists Theatre February 10-March 4, 2012 The Hunger Artists Theatre Company is proud to present its seconds show of the 2012 season, West Side Terri. This original show stars Terri Mowrey and is directed by Christopher Basile. In this encore staging, Best Orange County Actress 2011, Terri Mowrey shares her lifelong love of musicals and how they relate to the ups and downs of being a confident actress. Using song, dance, drama and comedy Terri takes us on a heart wrenching journey through the struggles and triumphs of her life. | Hunger Artists Theatre Company | 02/10/12-
03/04/12 | Fullerton |
Santiago Art District Art WalkPresented by Santiago Art District at Santiago Art District March 17, 2012 Every Third Saturday: Come visit the Santiago Art District Art Walk, located across from the historic Amtrak train station in Santa Ana.
The art walk begins at 7:00pm and galleries stay open until at least 10:00pm. With nearly 20 galleries to visit-- all showing various types of works in various mediums-- there’s something for everyone. Santa Ana is quickly becoming The City for art, music, and food.
Stay for a bit at each gallery, meet the... | Santiago Art District | 03/17/12 | Santa Ana |
Greatest Hits: FrancePresented by South Coast Symphony at Crossline Community Church March 23, 2012 Musical entertainment to the works of French composers Paul Dukas, Claude Debussy, and Maurice Ravel.
The third concert in South Coast Symphony's 2011/2012 Season. | South Coast Symphony | 03/23/12 | Laguna Hills |
Craftcation - DIY ConferencePresented by Craftcation March 22-March 25, 2012 **Not in Orange County, but worth the drive for OC crafters and artrepreneurs**
Craftcation is a three day indie business & DIY conference with top industry professionals leading attendees in workshops, panel discussions and Q & A sessions in business, art, craft and food. Come attend if you want to start, maintain or grow your indie business, network with peers and craftelebrities or take a break from your routine and learn new skills in hands-on DIY craft workshops... | Craftcation | 03/22/12-
03/25/12 | Ventura |
Neuroscience And Notes: How Music Can Help Keep Your Brain SharpPresented by Bowers Museum of Cultural Art at Bowers Museum of Cultural Art March 25, 2012 As a part of the “Art is Good for Your Health” lecture series, the Bowers Museum presents “Neuroscience and Notes: How Music Can Help Keep Your Brain Sharp” which shows how brain circuits are activated through music, exploring creativity, motor skill, emotion, listening and memory through performance, lecture and discussion. Examples of Lerner and Loewe and pianists with Alzheimer's disease are included. The audience is invited to participate in a musical activity... | Bowers Museum of Cultural Art | 03/25/12 | Santa Ana |
First Thursdays: Laguna Art WalkPresented by City of Laguna Beach Arts at Laguna Beach Arts District April 5, 2012 Join member galleries for Laguna Beach's monthly First Thursdays Art Walk for artist demonstrations, exhibition openings, music, dance, appetizers, and more! Now in its 14th year!
Art Walk maps are available online and at all participating galleries.
First Thursdays Art Walk is funded by Member Galleries, the lodging establishments and the City of Laguna Beach.
First Thursdays Art Walk is sponsored through donations made by: The City of Laguna... | City of Laguna Beach Arts | 04/05/12 | Laguna Beach |
Santiago Art District Art WalkPresented by Santiago Art District at Santiago Art District April 21, 2012 Every Third Saturday: Come visit the Santiago Art District Art Walk, located across from the historic Amtrak train station in Santa Ana.
The art walk begins at 7:00pm and galleries stay open until at least 10:00pm. With nearly 20 galleries to visit-- all showing various types of works in various mediums-- there’s something for everyone. Santa Ana is quickly becoming The City for art, music, and food.
Stay for a bit at each gallery, meet the... | Santiago Art District | 04/21/12 | Santa Ana |
| Greatest Hits: Broadway | South Coast Symphony | 04/27/12 | Laguna Hills |
First Thursdays: Laguna Art WalkPresented by City of Laguna Beach Arts at Laguna Beach Arts District May 3, 2012 Join member galleries for Laguna Beach's monthly First Thursdays Art Walk for artist demonstrations, exhibition openings, music, dance, appetizers, and more! Now in its 14th year!
Art Walk maps are available online and at all participating galleries.
First Thursdays Art Walk is funded by Member Galleries, the lodging establishments and the City of Laguna Beach.
First Thursdays Art Walk is sponsored through donations made by: The City of Laguna... | City of Laguna Beach Arts | 05/03/12 | Laguna Beach |
Santiago Art District Art WalkPresented by Santiago Art District at Santiago Art District May 19, 2012 Every Third Saturday: Come visit the Santiago Art District Art Walk, located across from the historic Amtrak train station in Santa Ana.
The art walk begins at 7:00pm and galleries stay open until at least 10:00pm. With nearly 20 galleries to visit-- all showing various types of works in various mediums-- there’s something for everyone. Santa Ana is quickly becoming The City for art, music, and food.
Stay for a bit at each gallery, meet the... | Santiago Art District | 05/19/12 | Santa Ana |
Beach Cities Quilters Guild FantaSea of Quilts ShowPresented by Beach Cities Quilters Guild June 2-June 3, 2012 Beach Cities Quilters Guild presents the FantaSea of Quilts Show at Soka University on Saturday, June 2nd, and Sunday, June 3rd, Over 400 entries, quilts, garments, dolls, wearable art. Merchant Mall and 30 vendors. Food and refreshment vendor. Live Auction on Saturday at 1:00pm. Opportunity Quilt drawing on Sunday at 3:00 pm. For more information contact Alicia Passarelli at Alicia.passarelli@yahoo.com
or call 949-425-0371. | Beach Cities Quilters Guild | 06/02/12-
06/03/12 | Aliso Viejo |
First Thursdays: Laguna Art WalkPresented by City of Laguna Beach Arts at Laguna Beach Arts District June 7, 2012 Join member galleries for Laguna Beach's monthly First Thursdays Art Walk for artist demonstrations, exhibition openings, music, dance, appetizers, and more! Now in its 14th year!
Art Walk maps are available online and at all participating galleries.
First Thursdays Art Walk is funded by Member Galleries, the lodging establishments and the City of Laguna Beach.
First Thursdays Art Walk is sponsored through donations made by: The City of Laguna... | City of Laguna Beach Arts | 06/07/12 | Laguna Beach |
Santiago Art District Art WalkPresented by Santiago Art District at Santiago Art District June 16, 2012 Every Third Saturday: Come visit the Santiago Art District Art Walk, located across from the historic Amtrak train station in Santa Ana.
The art walk begins at 7:00pm and galleries stay open until at least 10:00pm. With nearly 20 galleries to visit-- all showing various types of works in various mediums-- there’s something for everyone. Santa Ana is quickly becoming The City for art, music, and food.
Stay for a bit at each gallery, meet the... | Santiago Art District | 06/16/12 | Santa Ana |
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