The approach of Summer has always been a time in Southern California when we think of being outdoors. Growing up here myself, I remember helping Dad late at night preparing the dirt bikes and filling our old-school toy-hauler (The Smuggler) for our annual two-week camping trip to the desert. Although it was hard work, it was never a burden — it was just what had to be done to prepare for what was always a great time. A little hard work gets you where you want to go. That is exactly what so many artists and musicians have done preparing for sharing their talents and creativity this season. I have heard great things about the wonderful performances from the students of the Conejo Valley School District performing arts programs. These events have been happening at the Kavili Theatre. They should all be very proud.
I would also like to mention a couple art exhibitions that the Arts Council of the Conejo Valley is currently sponsoring. First I would like to announce “New Works: ACCV & Friends” in The Galleria at the Hillcrest Center for the Arts from May 6th through June 30th, 2010. There fourteen participating artists this year. Please join us at the Artists’ Reception on Saturday, June 12th, from 4-6 pm. At this event, we will be saying goodbye to a couple of our current board members, while at the same time, I am excited that I be installing some new ones.
Second is the ACCV juried show, May ArtFest. Dates for this show will be May 1st through May 30th, 2010. May ArtFest is in the Thousand Oaks Community Gallery, 2331-A Borchard Road in Newbury Park. Thanks to Dorothy Hage for all her work pulling this show and also our annual student show “Hang with the Best” together. Be sure to see this show and also join us for the Awards Reception on May 16th from 3-5 pm.
Enjoy your summer with performances and works of art.
Peace,
Rich Brimer
President and CEO
Arts Council of the Conejo Valley
Rich@ConejoArts.org
