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Love is in the Air • Feb. 7 - March 28
Feel the love, positive energy, good vibes, possibilities, warm surroundings, romantic atmosphere, puppy love, fragrant essences.
Mid-Show Reception: Friday, March 13
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Art at the Lodge
The Waters Edge Lodge
801 Island Drive
Mix It Up II
Artist: Mike Gifford
Exhibit Dates:
January 13 - April 4
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CALL FOR ART & APPLICATIONS
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WANT YOUR ART FEATURED?
DO YOU HAVE SOMETHING TO ILLUSTRATE OUR THEME BESTIES?
Buddies, mates, amigos, kindred spirits, animal companions, peers, tag-along, partners, BFF (Best friends forever), trust
Email to: communications@frankbettecenter.org
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Call for interested artists to exhibit at The Lodge as an individual or as a group.
Create their own theme. Here are the current available dates:
Exhibit Dates April 6 - June 27, Reception April 9, hang date April 5
Egrets and Herons call for art at The Lodge
Exhibit Dates June 29 - Sept 5, Reception July 9, hang date June 28
Contact: Mike Gifford
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Acoustic Jam
Facilitator: Janet Lenore
Date: March 18 • 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Day & Time: 3rd Wednesday of each month
Description: This is an open folky-60's pop song acoustic jam. Although this is a ukulele-centered jam, other acoustic instruments such as guitar, hand percussion, and other string-based instruments are welcome. You could just sing too! The first half hour is devoted to easier songs and may include some basic instruction. Intermediate level after that.
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Alameda Island Poets
Wednesday, March 4 • 7:00 - 9:00 pm Host: Nanette Deetz
Featured reader: Kalamu Chaché and Maya Khosla
Description: Featured readers followed by open mic from 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
This is a free event although we pass the hat for donations.
Poetry and Prose
Hosted by: Wulf Losee
Saturday, Saturday, March 14 • 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Showcasing local talent, mostly poets and writers but also singer-songwriters, dancers, storytellers, stand-up comedians, and other creatives.
Email for more information.
Alameda Island Poets Workshop
Facilitators: Cathy Dana and Marilyn Flower
Second Thursday of each month,
March 12— 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Group members are also encouraged to volunteer to guide monthly meetings with any of the following:
- free-writing exercises of 10-20 minutes with themes (and/or prompts)
- provide material/readings related to the creation and shaping of poetry (8 copies at most)
- guide sessions where participants share poetry created/revised outside meetings (one-page maximum)
Free-write periods end with participants sharing their work with minimal feedback; or with specific feedback they request.
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Making Greeting Cards with Pressed Plants and Flowers
Instructor: Nancy Overton
Date: Saturday, March 14
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
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Paint the Golden Gate Bridge in Watercolor
Instructor: Wendy Soneson
Sunday, March 22
1:00 – 3:00 pm
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Begin Again in Oils
Instructor: Peggy Cotton
Saturdays, April 4, 11, 18, 25 and May 2, 9
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
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Life Drawing: Weekly Sessions with Model
Instructor: No instructor
Dates: Ongoing every week
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Description: Practice your drawing skills and study gesture poses with a nude model. Bring your own materials.
Cost: Members only: $80 per month (payable the first Tuesday of the month). Limited drop-in spaces; $20 per session.
Notes: All skill levels welcome. Space limited, so come early. Now in larger space.
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CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
for info: programs@frankbettecenter.org
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