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Upcoming Events from the Lafayette Chamber

Sweet Saturday - Shop Local

Saturday, February 15, 11am-3pm

Lafayette Chamber Connectors

Wednesday, February 19, 8:15am-9:30am

Ribbon Cutting for Dajenel Medical Aesthetics & Wellness

Wednesday, February 19, 12pm

Lafayette Chamber Young Professionals - Volunteer Event

Thursday, February 20, 3:15pm REGISTRATION REQUIRED

"Coffee" with City of Lafayette Mayor Susan Candell

Friday, February 21, 8am-9am

Ribbon Cutting for Nes Pinar Psychotherapy

Tuesday, February 25, 11am-1pm

Lafayette Chamber Member Orientation

Wednesday, February 26, 4pm-5pm

Business Seminar - Elevate Your Brand: Strategies to Amplify Your Impact

Friday, February 28, 2025 9am-12noon

Educational Seminar - Nonprofit Leadership Strategies for Growth and Impact

Friday, March 7, 2025, 9am-12noon

Nonprofit Network

Thursday, April 3, 2025, 8:30am-10:00am

Lafayette Citizen of the Year Dinner Honoring Ann Appert

Thursday, April 10, 2025, 6pm-9pm

➡ Lafayette Chamber Events Calendar ⬅

More events from our members!

Lafayette Community Events Calendar

Nonprofit Email Blast (Current issue February 2025)

Arts Community Blast (Current issue Jan-Feb 2025)

Sweet Saturday – Shop Local!

THIS Saturday! February 15th from 11 AM to 3 PM join Lafayette's retail businesses for the first-ever Sweet Saturday and enjoy sweet treats and samples while exploring local shops in Lafayette, CA.

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Check out the list of participating businesses and find more details at lafayettechamber.org/shop. 

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Presented by the Lafayette Chamber Retail Committee.Posters at participating business generously printed by Minuteman Press Lafayette.

"Coffee" with City of Lafayette Mayor Susan Candell

The Lafayette Chamber will host, via Zoom, "Coffee" with City of Lafayette Mayor Susan Candell on Friday, February 21, 8:00am-9:00am.

Register for Zoom link here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/t5iRexuTTEmBOJyDpX59aA

Questions can be sent in advance to holly@lafayettechamber.org.

Recordings will be made available shortly after the event on the Lafayette Chamber's YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvA8E9-XTJLnCROyqiEu3w7qjB5cfwJ9f.

View calendar here for all upcoming "Coffee" events.  

Lafayette Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce Ann Appert as the 2025 Lafayette Citizen of the Year

A long-time Lafayette resident, Ann was selected for her outstanding contributions to the community. Her extensive volunteer work includes her current role as Grants chair for the Community Foundation of Lafayette, board member of JF Kapnek Trust, baking custom birthday cakes for foster children, and contributions to the Lafayette Library and Learning Center. Her spirit of service is part of what makes Lafayette a special place to live.

A dinner honoring Ann Appert will be held at the Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa on Thursday, April 10, 2025 from 6pm to 9pm. The event will celebrate Ann's dedication to Lafayette, which spans three decades and includes various roles in local organizations. Registration for the dinner is now open, and community members are encouraged to attend and recognize Ann's significant impact on Lafayette. For more information and dinner registration visit lafayettechamber.org/coy.

Photograph of Ann Appert and her husband by Craig Isaacs, BlueGoo Photography.

OUR FEBRUARY EMAIL BLASTS ARE SPONSORED BY

Lafayette Car Wash & Detail Center

Upcoming Local Events & Special Announcements from our Lafayette Chamber Members & Arts Community

Three Of Us at Town Hall Theatre

Well-known Bay Area musical artists, Drew Harrison (The Sun Kings), Jim Funk, and Tom Fleming (King Tritone) come together for an intimate acoustic evening of the very best of The Beatles. Get back to the Town Hall Theatre lobby for a Meet & Greet after the concert.

Twist and shout as a VIP and enjoy priority seating, a complimentary beverage, and a private sound check starting at 6:45pm.

Buy tickets here: https://www.townhalltheatre.com/three-of-us

Get Ready to be shaken and stirred with The James Bond Experience!

Town Hall Theatre is thrilled to join forces with the incredible Deborah Del Mastro and her talented 4-piece band, Shaken, Not Stirred, for The James Bond Experience—a celebration of over 60 years of cinema’s coolest secret agent.

Who is your favorite Bond? Whether it’s Sean Connery’s suave sophistication or Daniel Craig’s modern edge, the legacy of 007 has captured hearts for over six decades. Now, you can relive the magic of Bond in an electrifying live event right here at Town Hall Theatre!

Prepare to be transported into the world of Bond as Deborah Del Mastro takes you on a journey through the stories behind the iconic films, unforgettable theme songs, and the legendary actors who brought 007 to life. And, of course, you’ll enjoy live renditions of many of the 25 James Bond theme songs that defined an era!

Richard Perez, Artistic Director of Town Hall Theatre, shared his enthusiasm for the event: "The James Bond Experience is more than a tribute to an iconic film series—it’s a celebration of the music, stories, and cultural impact that have defined generations. Deborah Del Mastro and her band bring this world to life with style and sophistication, making it an unforgettable evening for longtime fans and newcomers alike. We’re thrilled to host this dynamic event and invite everyone to join us for a night of intrigue, nostalgia, and incredible live music."

Performance Details: The James Bond Experience, Saturday, February 15, 2025, 7:00 – 9:15 PM, Town Hall Theatre, 3535 School Street, Lafayette

Tickets: VIP $40, $30 in advance, $35 at the door - https://www.townhalltheatre.com/james-bond-experience

Shake It Up as a VIP - Arrive early as a VIP guest and enjoy priority seating, a private sound check paired with James Bond-themed trivia starting at 6:15 PM. Don’t miss this exclusive chance to get closer to the music and the magic!

About Deborah Del Mastro

Deborah Del Mastro is a Bay Area singer, voice coach, actress and musician whose career has spanned from playing trumpet and singing in the US Navy Show Band, Treasure Island, studying Italian Opera in Italy with Maestro Carlo Bergonzi, singing Motown, R&B and Rock in 5 Bay Area Bands, concertizing with Jazz and American Songbook orchestras to becoming a professional actress onstage in Musical Theatre and Musical Comedy, filming, touring and recording with many TV and film stars. Kaye Ballard mentioned Deborah in her memoir!

Sono Musette Presents Musique de Paris

A tribute to the greatest performers of mid- 20th century Paris featuring songs by Edith Piaf, Yves Montand, Charles Aznanour, Jacques Brel, and more. Performed by SonoMusette.

Enhance your Parisian experience as a VIP and enjoy priority seating, light refreshments, and a private sound check starting at 6:00pm.

Check Out SonoMusette on Instagram!

About Town Hall Theatre

Town Hall Theatre has been a cornerstone of the Lafayette community since 1944, offering diverse programming that uplifts and inspires. Committed to radical hospitality, Town Hall Theatre strives to create an environment that fosters connection, empathy, and meaningful conversation.

Experience Art at the Library: Current Public Art Committee Exhibitions

The Lafayette Library is brimming with creativity! Discover a diverse range of exhibitions on view now:

Brian Lopez’s Photography

Enjoy the striking black-and-white photography by Brian Lopez, on display in the Homework Center through February 23.

Viviana Leija-Sysak’s Lunar Watercolors

Immerse yourself in a collection of moon-themed watercolors by Viviana Leija-Sysak in the Community Hall gallery, open only during public events, through February 23.

Ann Weber’s String of Pearls

Part of the library’s permanent collection, Ann Weber’s totemic cardboard sculpture, String of Pearls, graces the ground-level stairwell.

Steven Bradley Falk’s Seeing Red

Ascend the stairs from the lower level to experience the bold and impactful large-scale piece, Seeing Red, by Steven Bradley Falk.

First-Ever Ceramic Display Case Exhibit

Don’t miss the beautiful and inspiring works by Catherine Carle in our inaugural ceramic display case exhibit at the top of the stairwell, on view through February 23.

Take a moment to enjoy these captivating works and connect with the creativity that thrives in our community! Click here to learn more about the City of Lafayette Public Art Committee.

Lamorinda Arts Alliance Hosts the Landscape Show

Papillon Quality Gourmet Coffee & Tea is located in La Fiesta Square. They have partnered with the Lamorinda Arts Association (LAA) to bring local art to our community.  The shows are curated and run by LAA, and the cafe owners process the sales. There are four exhibits a year featuring paintings, fine art prints and photography.  The current show, with a landscape theme will be on display until April 14th.  Click here for details.

Lamorinda Arts Council

February 2025

2025 High School Visual Arts Competition Registration is Open; Deadline Feb. 21



The Lamorinda Arts Council’s 2025 Visual Arts Competition celebrates student artwork in four categories: 2D, 3D, Photography and Digital Art. Submissions are free and open to high school students who live in or attend high school in Orinda, Lafayette, Moraga or any high schools in the Acalanes Union High School District. To Register and for details about cash prizes, merit certificates, art exhibit and online public exhibit of entries visit https://LamorindaArts.org/vac/.

LAC to Lafayette Chamber February + March 2025

Art Gallery at the Orinda Library Beautiful Life: Watercolor Book Edges, Nature Prints, Geometric Patterns with Watercolors, Pomegranate Ceramics and Tessellated Art

The Lamorinda Arts Council showcases the unique perspectives of five Muslim women artists from the Bay Area: Mubarra Ahmadyar, Latifat Apatira, Bushra Gill, Hedaya Hasan and Arshia Saifuddin. Through diverse art forms, they explore themes of faith, identity, and nature, finding the extraordinary in everyday life. Their exhibit runs through February 28; closed Sundays and Feb. 17. To view and purchase art with one click online go to https://lamorindaarts.org/online-galleries/.

The Art Gallery at Wilder, now the Virtual Art Gallery at Wilder, is accepting applications from May through December 2025. Apply online at https://lamorindaarts.org/galleries-2.

Call for Poets at Art Embraces Poetry: “Girls + Women Who Make A Difference”

Lamorinda Arts Council seeks poets whose work speaks to our theme: Girls + Women Who Make A Difference, Women’s History Past, Present and Future. Apply to read at our upcoming event on Sat. March 8, 1:30p at Town Hall Theatre in downtown Lafayette. Featured artist Ellen Reintjes will speak about paintings of her mother spanning 70 years. Go to https://lamorindaarts.org/art-embraces-poetry/ to apply.

Call for Writers and Artists at Art Embraces Words “Honoring Every Kind of Mother” Does your creative work by spoken word or visual art fall into our theme: Honoring Every Kind of Mother? If so Lamorinda Arts Council invites you to apply now to present it at our free Art Embraces Words program, Sat. May 10 in the Lafayette Library Arts & Science Room 2:00 – 3:30, reception following. Also events on July 12 and October 25. Learn more at https://lamorindaarts.org/art-embraces-words/.

March 2025

Art Gallery at the Orinda Library 22^nd High School Visual Arts Competition: All About Teens – Reception March 20, 7:00 p.m.

Lamorinda Arts Council welcomes artwork from high school students living in or attending school in 11 local schools to compete for cash prizes in the Art Gallery at the Orinda Library Mar. 3 to Apr. 4. If you’ve ever wondered what teens are all about, now’s the time to find out. The reception in their honor is at 7:00 and the Awards Ceremony for winners chosen out of over 250 entries is in the Library Auditorium from 7:30 to 8:30 at 26 Orinda Way. Visit https://LamorindaArts.org/vac/ for details.

The Art Gallery at Wilder, now the Virtual Art Gallery at Wilder, is accepting applications from May through December 2025. Apply online at https://lamorindaarts.org/galleries-2.

Art Embraces Poetry Sat. Mar. 8, 1:30 – 3:30 Featuring Local Poets & Artist Ellen Reintjes:

As part of Women’s History Month Past, Present & Future, Lamorinda Arts Council features local poets and artist Ellen Reintjes with the theme “Girls + Women Who Make A Difference” on Sat. March 8, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Poets are also invited to a “No Topic 3 Minute Open Mic” from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. It’s all free and on the main stage at Town Hall Theatre, 3535 School Street, Lafayette; No Host Bar on offer. Visit https://lamorindaarts.org/art-embraces-poetry/ or call 925-359-9940.

Call for Writers and Artists at Art Embraces Words:

Lamorinda Arts Council invites writers and artists to apply now to present their work at the free Art Embraces Words programs held at the Lafayette Library Arts & Science Room from 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. on May 10, July 12 and Oct. 25. Funded by the Community Foundation of Lafayette. Apply online at https://lamorindaarts.org/art-embraces-words/.

Call for Artists: People in Places Doing Things: How Artists Examine Culture:

Lamorinda Arts Council invites 2D and 3D artists to review the Prospectus for “People in Places Doing Things - How Artists Examines Culture” at https://LamorindaArts.org/call-for-artists. The exhibit runs May 3 to June 27 in the Art Gallery at the Orinda Library, 26 Orinda Way. Registration and submission of images is open and closes Saturday, April 12 at midnight. Questions? Call 925-359-9940.

Montevideo: Skateboarding History in the San Ramon Valley Photographs by Jeff Heyman 

A new exhibit of photographs by Chamber member Jeff Heyman, an Orinda-based photographer, is coming up in February at the Museum of the San Ramon Valley in Danville.

It was the Summer of ‘76… “Montevideo: Skateboarding History in the San Ramon Valley,” an exhibit of rare skateboarding photographs from 1976. On display February 5 through June 8, 2025, at Museum of the San Ramon Valley, 205 Railroad Avenue, Danville, Calif. Tel. (925) 837-3750

These vivid black and white photographs are a time capsule of local history and a nostalgic look back at a bygone era in Contra Costa County. Jeff Heyman was a student at San Ramon Valley High School in Danville (Class of ‘77) and a photographer for the school’s newspaper, The Wolf Print. He documented the skateboarding scene at Montevideo, a drainage ditch in San Ramon popular with skateboarders from across Northern California. His photographs bring us a glimpse of this short-lived and largely forgotten time.

Heyman, an award-winning fine art photographer and photojournalist, has had work exhibited at the Lafayette Library, the Orinda Library, the Frank Bette Center for the Arts in Alameda, and the de Young Museum in San Francisco.

Find out more at heymanfoto.smugmug.com or by following Jeff on Instagram @heymanfoto.

Saint Mary's College Museum of Art

Saint Mary's College Museum of Art

1928 St. Mary's Road, Moraga

Spring 2025 exhibitions: 

Past Lives, Feb 12^th – Jun 22^nd

Featuring original work by Seonna Hong, Past Lives uncovers and explores identity-defining memories through dreamlike landscapes, wandering figures, and subtle symbolism. Interweaving her Korean and American heritage, Hong traces how these memories can shape visual narratives to reveal belonging and meaning.

Continuing exhibition:

Isole: A Voyage Among My Dreams, Feb 12^th – Jun 22^nd

This exhibition features work by Cianne Fragione. Through visual marks, color, and spatial relationships, Fragione explores the fluidity of motifs of the sea.

Spring programs:

Dialogue with Seonna Hong at the Saint Mary’s College Soda Activity Center, Feb 12^th from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.

Opening celebration at the SMC MoA, Feb 13^th from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m

Ensemble Assemblage / Student-curated music and dance in the galleries, Mar 8^th, Apr 11^th, and May 3^rd at 3:00 p.m.

Tiger and Persimmon Book Club / A reading group celebrating and learning about Korean heritage, Feb 19^th, Mar 5^th & 19^th and Apr 16^th & 30^th at 3:00 p.m.

Click here for more information and tickets.

Opal & Papyrus

Opal & Papyrus is thrilled to announce we will have a booth at the 59th Annual Vallejo Gem & Mineral Show, February 22 and 23rd, 10am- 5pm at the Solano County Fairgrounds McCormack Hall. Tickets at the door. ADULTS $6, Children under 12 Free.

Follow @opalandpapyrus & @tamandjerryjewelry (our sister company) for a free special rock at the show.

St. Anselm's Episcopal Church, Art and Music Festival

Saturday, February 22, 1pm-5pm

St. Anselm's Episcopal Church

682 Michael Lane, Lafayette

In appreciation of the warmth and support of the Lamorinda community since 1960, and the opportunity to continue to be of service, St. Anselm's Episcopal Church invites one and all to celebrate its 65th Anniversary by honoring the creative spirit in residents of all ages in our "Together We Shine Art and Music Festival".

Come enjoy:

• The creativity of local musicians and artists!
• Refreshments
• Arts table for the kids

Learn more here.

Bay Area Jewish Choral Festival

Sunday, February 23 at 4pm in the Temple Isaiah Sanctuary followed by a reception in the Oneg Room.

We are excited to bring back the Bay Area Jewish Choral Festival to Temple Isaiah. Experience an unforgettable concert celebrating the harmony and spirit of Jewish choral music. Cantors and singers from congregational choirs around the Bay Area will join together for a rich and varied program of Z’mirot - Songs of Shabbat. The festival will highlight the rich diversity of Jewish musical traditions as we celebrate the beauty of Shabbat through song. The concert will be followed by a reception held in the Oneg Room.

This event is open to members and non-members.

For more information, please email reception@temple-isaiah.org.

International Film Showcase

International Film Showcase's March film will open in Orinda on 3/7/25. This is a Bay Area Premiere from Norway: Quisling, The Final Days.

Synopsis: Five years of occupation during WW2 ends in Norway. Vidkun Quisling is in prison for treason and is to be held accountable for his actions. Can a priest help him find peace of mind? Can the traitor with big thoughts about himself repent?

Trailer: https://youtu.be/FZ3-dJYGCNw

Songweavers – Women’s Bond and Resilience in the Voice of Celtic Traditions

In celebration of International Women’s Day, WomenSing is proud to present Songweavers: Women’s Bond and Resilience in the Voice of Celtic Traditions, an uplifting performance that honors the strength, contributions, and enduring spirit of women through the rich heritage of Celtic music and storytelling.



The unique performance will feature an exceptional ensemble of guest artists. The Peninsula Scottish Fiddlers, led by Artistic Director and pianist Shauna Pickett-Gordon, will bring the energetic and dynamic traditions of Scottish music to life, with her creative direction and innovative arrangements. Joining them is renowned percussionist Peter Maund, known for his virtuosity in world music traditions. He will infuse the performance through the Bodhrán, a traditional Irish frame drum. Captivating storyteller Dana Sherry will enrich the experience with Irish and Scottish tales, guiding the listeners through a vivid journey that spans history and legend. Weaving these elements together into a vibrant tapestry of rhythm, melody, and narrative, the singers of WomenSing under the artistic direction of Ofer dal Lal, will braid the tunes and words in gentle ballads and powerful war songs. The event will conclude with a hosted St. Patrick’s Day reception.

Founded in 1965, this year marks WomenSing’s 60th anniversary. As part of the choir’s year-long celebration, Artistic Director Ofer dal Lal drew inspiration for this performance from the Celtic knot, a symbol of interconnectedness that reflects the shared strength, values, and creativity of women across generations. Songweavers offers a remarkable opportunity to honor women’s power and legacy. Join WomenSing for an unforgettable evening of stirring music, poignant storytelling, and vibrant rhythms in celebration of International Women’s Day.

Sunday, March 16, 2025 - 4:00 p.m 

Saint Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 66 St. Stephens Drive, Orinda

Reception to follow the concert

Purchase Tickets at: https://songweavers.eventbrite.com

$15     Child under 18

$30     General Admission

$40     WomenSing Supporter

California Symphony presents Tchaikovsky Passion

Saturday, March 22, at 7:30 PM; Sunday, March 23, at 4:00 PM

Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 

Tickets: Start at $50 for adults and $25 for students 25 and under

Phone: (925) 943-7469

Embark on a musical journey with the California Symphony, featuring three remarkable works in TCHAIKOVSKY PASSION.



Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 6 (Pathétique) is one of the composer’s most popular and frequently performed works, featuring themes you’ll recognize from movies and pop culture. You’ll also hear Grażyna Bacewicz’s Piano Concerto, a vibrant blend of Polish folk themes and virtuosic intensity, brought to life by internationally acclaimed pianist David Fung. The world premiere of Fantasia for Strings by premiere by Saad Haddad, California Symphony’s Young American Composer-in-Residence, rounds out the program.

Lafayette Chamber Members: Enjoy $15 off with code LAFAYETTE15 (Saturday only, adult tickets, limited time offer).

Learn more and get tickets here!

Diablo Ballet celebrates its 31st Anniversary with performances of the iconic Swan Lake Suite

The event is March 28 - 29th at the Lesher Center for the Arts. Swan Lake Suite, with staging by Diablo Ballet’s repetiteur Christopher Lam and additional choreography by Diablo Ballet’s Rehearsal Director Sean Kelly after Marius Petipa, is set to Pyotr Tchaikovsky’s majestic score. This iconic ballet highlights Acts 2, 3 and 4, including the white and black swan pas de deux, a flurry of swans and a grande finale showcasing the story of good versus evil and where love conquers all. For tickets, visit diabloballet.org. 

Use code Swan5 for $5 off tickets. 

Get your tickets here: https://diabloballet.org/swan-lake-suite/

Diablo Symphony Orchestra

Experience the power of water through music in this captivating program with the Diablo Symphony, presented on March 30, 2:00 p.m. at the Lesher Center for the Arts. Be the first to hear Composer-in-Residence Josiah Catalan’s world premiere of "The Sea in Us," a DSO commission exploring the ocean’s transformative energy. Cellist Evan Kahn takes center stage with Erich Wolfgang Korngold’s stormy Cello Concerto and Alexander Glazunov’s flowing "Mélodie" before Claude Debussy’s La Mer immerses you in a breathtaking portrait of the sea. Like water, music moves, shapes, and connects us—leaving you refreshed, inspired, and transported by its currents.

Purchase your tickets at the Lesher Center Box Office (925-943-7469; 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek) or online through the DSO’s website at www.diablosymphony.org/events/the-sea-in-us/.

The Community Foundation's Grants Application Now Available

The Community Foundation's Excellence Grants application is available now on its website. The Community Foundation awards Excellence Grants to nonprofits that create meaningful change in the categories of Human Services, Seniors, Youth Development & Education and Arts & Culture.

The grant application deadline is midnight on March 31. Local nonprofits can access the grant application and learn more about the application requirements by visiting http://www.cflafayette.org. 

Performing Academy

Over 100 kids in Lamorinda are “Seizing the Day!” This last week Performing Academy (under the direction of Renee DeWeese Moran) started rehearsals for their upcoming production of Newsies. Two casts will perform at the Lesher Center on April 14th and 15th. One cast sponsored by Moraga Parks and Rec is made up of students from various Lamorinda elementary schools and another cast is from St. Perpetua School in Lafayette. 

Newsies is a Disney musical based on the real-life Newsboy Strike of 1899 in New York City. With great music and iconic dance numbers, this musical is about fighting for what's right and staying true to yourself.

Stay up to date with the show and future programs by following @performing_academy

Only a few spots left! 

Musical Theatre summer camp with Performing Academy

NIGHT AT THE CINEMA - Ages 6.5 – 9*

*Rising 1st through rising 4th grade.

6/9 – 6/13, Monday – Thursday 9am – 3pm @ ACE Dance Academy in Walnut Creek

Friday class 9am – 12pm

Final outdoor performance Friday 6/13 at 5pm at the Lafayette Reservoir.

MIXTAPE - Ages 10 – 14*

*Rising 5th through rising 8th grade.

6/9 – 6/13, Monday – Thursday 9am – 3pm

Friday class 12:30-3:30pm

Final outdoor performance Friday 6/13 at 6pm at the Lafayette Reservoir.

Register here: https://performingacademy.com/summer-2025/

Contra Costa Ballet Foundation Presents Spring Repertoire

Details: The Lesher Center for the Arts, May 9, 2025 at 7:30 PM, May 10, 2025 at 2:30PM

Contra Costa Ballet presents a tribute to its directors, Richard Cammack and Zola Dishong, celebrating 38 years of excellence and quality ballet training. The program will start with the ballet classic, "Les Sylphides," choreographed in 1907 (as Chopiniana) by Mikhail Fokine to the music of Frédéric Chopin. Contra Costa Ballet performed this piece many times in its early years and now brings it back for the first time in a decade. "Les Sylphides" is described as a romantic ballet with no plot but alludes to a "melancholic poet" in search of the ideal.

Also on the program are "Mes Enfants," choreographed by Charles Anderson, "Reverie," choreographed by Richard Cammack, and "Glazunov Suite," a grand and elegant finisher choreographed by Richard Cammack and Zola Dishong together.

Come experience the variety of styles that Contra Costa Ballet, with its decades of hard work and dedication, has to offer. 

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​Tickets will be on sale in March 2025!

Peter Pan Foundation Hosts Seussical Jr.!

The Peter Pan Foundation is beyond excited to announce that our summer program is back, and this year, we’re bringing the magic of Seussical Jr. to life! Get ready to dive into the whimsical world of Who-ville, with colorful characters, unforgettable songs, and a whole lot of fun. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity—use the link below to be added to our early access list and secure your spot before it’s too late! We can’t wait to see you all this summer, where the magic of Dr. Seuss will come alive on stage!



Join us at outdoors at the PPF Treehouse:

Camp Dates: June 2 - 20 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Performance Dates: June 20 & 21 @ 3:00 PM

Click here for more info: http://www.peterpanfoundation.org/

Announcements

Front Porch Music Awarded California Arts Council Statewide and Regional Networks Grant

The California Arts Council has announced a grant award of $6,481 to Front Porch Music as part of its Statewide and Regional Networks program during its 2024-25 fiscal year grant cycle. Support awarded will continue to benefit communities throughout the state until the end of the project cycle timeline in September 2025.



With support from the California Arts Council, Front Porch Music will build on its successful track record of networking acoustic musicians across Contra Costa, Alameda, Solano, Marin, and San Francisco counties. Since 2019, our core programs—including monthly open mic nights and affordable public performances—have been serving senior musicians, emerging artists, and acoustic music lovers throughout the region. Our network has grown from 20 to 250 members. This grant will enable us to add and maintain robust web features for musician profiles, collaboration and performance opportunities, and gig listings. Additionally, it will support nonprofit partnerships for a volunteer corps of Front Porch musicians to bring the joy of acoustic music to charitable events for marginalized communities. This grant will help ensure musicians are well-connected, fostering inclusivity, meaningful performances, and intergenerational connections for the community at large.

Andrée Hurst, executive director of Front Porch Music, says, “We are thrilled to be selected as one of CAC’s grantees this year. It will greatly help us carry out our mission of networking musicians with one another and connecting volunteer musicians with charitable organizations and activities to serve the community.

Front Porch Music was featured as part of a larger announcement from the California Arts Council of more than 800 grant awards totaling close to $19.5 million in overall projected investments for operational and project support to nonprofit organizations and units of government throughout the state of California.

The California Arts Council is a state agency with a mission of strengthening arts, culture, and creative expression as the tools to cultivate a better California for all. The Arts Council is California’s leading public arts grants provider with funding accessible to every county in California.

“Art makes us who we are in California,” said California Arts Council Executive Director Danielle Brazell. “We are defined by our creative workforce, and our everyday lives are informed, enriched, and uplifted by the artists and cultural workers across our state. On behalf of the CAC, I offer my sincere congratulations – and my gratitude – to each of our award recipients for this grant cycle.”

“We pledged fealty to our comprehensive and field-informed Strategic Framework in our decision making for funding for this fiscal year,” said Council Chair Roxanne Messina Captor. “Council made every effort to make each dollar in our budget go its furthest toward our most important aspirations for our agency, our governor, and our Legislature alike: to create a California for all, where the arts are accessible to all.”

Organizations were awarded grants across nine different program areas designed to benefit the whole of California’s arts and culture ecosystem, including a second year of funding for two-year programs awarded in the previous fiscal year. Award funds prioritize many of the aspirations articulated in the agency’s Strategic Framework, specifically increasing opportunities for general operating and multiyear grants, geographic equity, individual artists, small organizations, and state-local partner funding and capacity building.

Lafayette Public Art Committee: Call for Muralists: Transform Downtown Lafayette with Public Art!

The City of Lafayette’s Public Art Committee is thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for mural artists! In partnership with ABG Art Group, we are launching a four-year mural program to bring four large-scale, exterior murals to our downtown—enhancing the vibrancy and visual appeal of our city.

We are now seeking portfolios from experienced muralists who can create inspiring and engaging public art. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to Lafayette’s growing arts scene and leave a lasting impact on our community.

Apply now! Visit lovelafayette.org/murals for details and submission guidelines. Share this call with artists who should apply!

Whitchurch Glass Designs Reflects on 2024 and Prepares for 2025!

Looking ahead to 2025, Whitchurch Glass Designs is building an exciting schedule, including appearances at the California Strawberry Festival and the Lafayette Art & Wine Festival. Cynthia is eager to bring her handcrafted, 100% American-made glass creations to even more events and is planning new collections that celebrate the beauty of nature.

Whitchurch Glass Designs is also seeking to expand into additional retail locations in the Lamorinda area. If you’re a local business interested in carrying unique glass art, Cynthia would love to connect. For inquiries or collaborations, please reach out via email at WhitchurchGlassDesigns@Yahoo.com or visit https://www.whitchurchglassdesigns.com/.

Thank you for your continued support—2025 is shaping up to be a year full of creativity and connection!