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Youth rules show March 25-May 5Art at the Source Open Studios June 4-5 & 11-12

June 4-5 and June 11-12 open Studios just around the corner!

The Sebastopol Center for the Arts is one of the most vi-brant arts organizations in So-noma County, and the largest center of its kind north of San Francisco.

SCA provides opportunities to tour artist studios through-out western Sonoma County with its Art At The Source Open Studios the first two weekends in June. (June 4-5 &

June 11-12, 2016). More info at the website: www.ArtAtThe-Source.org.

In October, you can celebrate

the harvest and tour artist stu-dios across the entire county with the Sonoma County Art Trails. Information and appli-cations are available at www.SonomaCountyArtTrails.org. Applications deadline is May 1, 2016. For questions contact lindag@sebarts.org. Sonoma County Art Trails occurs two weekends - October 8, 9 and October 15, 16, 2016.

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ducation in the arts is an integral part of the devel-opment of each human being. Those who have studied

learning processes throughout the ages, beginning with Plato, have emphasized the importance of the arts in the edu-

cation process. Arts education refers to education in the disci-plines of music, dance, theatre, and visual arts. Study in the arts is

integral to our society. They are a part of the cultural heritage of every American. The arts are what make us most human, most complete as

people. The arts cannot be learned through occasional or random exposure any more than math or science can. Education and engagement in the fine

arts are an essential part of our extended education goals as well and an impor-tant component in the educational program here at the Sebastopol Center for the

Arts.Sufficient data exists to overwhelmingly support the belief that study and participa-

tion in the fine arts is a key component in improving learning throughout all academic

another amazing year of docs

We hosted over 100 filmmakers and thousands of guests from around the world that descended on Sebastopol for the 9th year in a row this March, for the Sebastopol Documentary Film Festival. This Festival continues to bring the best documentary films and film-makers to Sonoma County. Don’t miss this year’s lineup of interna-tional and local non-fiction films that brought amazing stories that you can’t see anywhere else. If you didn’t have enough time to see all of the amazing films at this year or simply want to see them again. Our team of film reviewers and festival organizers are selecting a few of the “best” and we will be showing these throughout the year. So don’t despair …coming soon to your Center for the Arts…simply the best.

Missed the film fest? Come back for the best!

If you didn’t have enough time to see all of the amazing films at this years doc fest or simply want to see them again. Our team of film reviewers and festival organizers are selecting a few of the “best” and we will be showing these throughout the year. So don’t de-spair …coming soon to your Cen-ter for the Arts…simply the best.

These films will generally be shown on Friday evenings throughout the Summer & Fall. If you are a film program member you will have two free tickets to use for this program. Our series begins with “Of The Sea” on Fri-day June 3rd at 7pm. $10 mem-bers price $12 general admission.

also highlighted, but not limited to:

•Jury Winners- “Quiet Title”(short) & “The Trials of Spring”

•“Drawing the Tiger”•“A New Color”•“Ghost Town of Havana”And as we begin to celebrate our

tenth year -look forward to encore presentations from the last de-cade of the Sebastopol Documen-tary Film Festival.

Sunday, april 24 film Construction panel

The final installment in the se-ries will see Gil Mansergh joined by a panel of film experts, includ-ing a film editor, sound designer, and assistant director to uncover how some of the best films are de-signed and crated from the ground up! sebastopolfilmfestival.org

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Did you ever dream of working in theater? I did for a bit. A friend up the street, she liked that image too. So Sara and I put

on our courageous masks and strolled into that day’s school play rehearsal. Nope, neither headed for cement handprints or object of bus tour. Sara volunteered in costume shop and never left. Kept at it all through Yale Drama and on to regional theaters. Me? I always loved my grandfather’s workshop with homemade drill press and lots of lathe equipment. My fab-ric was more of the plywood variety so grunt work with sets became my volunteer contribu-tion.

Not before now did I ever link those times with my compulsive love of volunteer activity for the rest of my life. From my first day at SCA I’ve raised my hand for just about every slot needing to be filled. Over these 23+ years with the Center each project, no matter its size or my aptitude, has brought new friends, acquaintances and some “Eureka” moments of discovery. Oh, my gosh! So that’s how you do it!” Volunteering brings me into community and rewards me with being woven into the fabric of our home. Come take a look around. You can never know the richness of experience from the observation deck. Happy Spring … season of new beginnings.

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art at the Source open Studios 2016

A preview exhibit May 19 - June 12, 2016 fea-tures the work of 137 artists participating in the Open Studio event on the first two weekends in June. The Opening Reception is Thursday, May 19, 6-8 pm.

SCA sponsors this annual self-guided tour now in its 22nd year. Painters, sculptors, photogra-phers, potters, jewelers, fiber and glass artists showcase the best of their works in the popular spring event.

The artists’ studios are open to visit on Satur-day and Sunday 10 am - 5pm, June 4&5 and June 11&12. Gallery hours are 10am-4pm Tues-Fri; 1-4pm Sat). On the tour weekends, the Gal-lery will have extended hours 10am—5pm.

The studios to visit are located in Cotati, Sebas-topol, Forestville, Occidental, Valley Ford, Bo-dega Bay, Guerneville, Graton and Santa Rosa west of Highway 101. Color catalogs with a de-tailed map are available free at the Center for the Arts, restaurants, coffeehouses, hotels, win-eries, bookstores and on-line at www.artatthe-source.org. For further information contact the Center at (707) 829-4797.

learn as you go demonstrations

During the two weekends, dozens of artists in-vite you to visit their studios to experience their processes first-hand. Learn about historic and contemporary materials and techniques from practicing artists in these free drop-in demon-strations. Demo times and mediums are listed in the catalog and on the website.

Mid-week open housesSome studios will be open Tuesday, Wednes-

day or Thursday evenings between the two Art at the Source weekends. Each studio is only open ONE of the three nights, to allow participating artists to also visit studios. Check the website for a map & listing of the studios open mid-week.

apple blossom festival april 16 & 17 - Saturday, 10am-6pm and Sunday, 10am-5pm

Sebastopol was known for its apples, especially its Gravenstein variety and the town honors its beloved product with a weekend-long celebra-tion each spring.

Website with 2016 artist info, maps and info:

www.artatthesource.org

VISUAL ARTS

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FUTUREExhIbITIONS

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We get the roller rolling

JULY 10, 2016 from 11 to 5 pm: Street Printing Festival!

Join us on this day, when we all meet on the SCA parking lot for a day of great fun.

(This our third year and we keep growing!)This group of printmaking enthusiasts,

once again led by epic printmaker Rik Olson, will be cheering a 4-ton pavement roller to drive over paper covering many dif-ferent carved cut linoleum blocks, to create a stunning series of lino prints. If you’ve never seen this process, come join us, as see-ing “is believing.” This day will be filled with outdoor fun and educational activities for all ages; booths (many interactive) with art, books, printmaking, and everything relat-ed, a special children’s area, food, beer and wine and live music.

Interested? More details on SCA website under events. Volunteering are also very welcome. It is great fun!!!

“the art of the book” June 17 – July 27

A show, specifically for book artists, book lovers, or anyone attracted to handmade artist’s books, traditional or progressive bookmaking methods, excellence in book-making or altering books, and book-like ob-jects or sculptures. The juror is Betsy Da-vids (BA, MA, University of California, Berkeley and Owner of Rebis Press, Berke-ley).

Submit online, anytime before May 16, or hand deliver between 3 and 6 pm on May 16. Complete information and prospectus are to be found on sebarts.org/call for entries.

Concurrent with this show is an educa-tional gallery dedicated to “Different Types of Printmaking”.

A great resource for schools and colleges!

opening receptionsNEW! On every Saturday after a Friday

opening reception, between 1:30 and 2:30, many of the exhibiting artists come to the gallery to talk about their work. This op-portunity, once a privilege only for our gal-lery volunteers, is now open to the general public. Discover the artist behind the work and catch a glimpse of the creative process or mindset involved in his/her creation. Art collectors, do not miss this opportunity.

“boundaries” July 29 – September 4

An invitation to visual arts depicting boundaries: physical, emotional or geo-graphical.

We are venturing into new territory with this more politically and socially engaged theme.

All media are accepted. Deadline is June 27 (online or hand delivered).

What about youth?april 15-May 1 Join us as we work to transfer our love for the arts to the next gen-eration and help to inspire, support, and stimulate our young but growing artists!

From March 25 to April 10, Galletta Gallery exhibits work by local College and High School students who practiced the experience on how to apply to a juried show. Juror Jerrold Ballaine (Emeritus Professor of Art, University of California, Berkeley, BFA Califor-nia School of Fine Arts, MFA San Francisco Art Institute) selected the work and the awards for this exhibition.

From April 15 to May 1, the gallery will feature an art exhibition by students grade 1-8 from local schools. “ Spring into Nature – A Trip through My Sonoma County” is the title of this stunning art show in which 500 children from different schools and communities throughout Sonoma County will have a chance to meet through the creative process and become part of an installation where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.

On Sunday, April 24 from 2-4 pm, the Sebastopol Center for the Arts invites all the children and their friends, parents, family to an official afternoon opening reception. A variety of hands-on activi-ties will make this a very special afternoon for all.

“Gallery II shows work by Beth Changstrom. With flower ele-ments, Changstrom explores the simplicity and the complexity, and the color of the flowers. Out of a loosely painted area of blended

colors she builds the particular character of the flower she sees and combines with drawings, which are part of compositions, wonder-ful places she has visited, and beautiful objects that she has loved.”

Gallery III teaches on PATTERNS in nature and in art. The Youth Show is generously supported by Baletto Wines, Alan-

Porter and Paul Hoge, Village Art Supply.

year starts with wonderful watercolors!The 148th International Watercolor

Society traveling exhibition in Galletta Gallery and the California Watermedia Exhibition in the Robert Brent Audito-rium, juried by Christopher Schink, at-tracted 3000 visitors from California and beyond.

Concurrently, one could visit Galery III where, enhanced by paintings and paint-ing artefacts from Jean Warren, the edu-cational exhibition informed the visitor on the history and elements of “What is watercolor”. There were several talks, lectures and workshops. Barbara Nechis toured us in the gallery and talked on “how to enter work in exhibitions”. Jean Warren led two delightful afternoon workshops from which one was specifi-cally for children. The inspiring panel-talk brought together reputable water-color artists; Sally Baker, Manette Fair-mont, Topher Schink, Sally Cataldo, Jean Warren and Guy Magallanes. We ended in beauty with a 5-day workshop led by Michael Bailey.

Thank you very much Carolyn Wilson and Jean Warren for your immense help in organizing and making this a success.

Special thanks also to the many gener-ous supporters of our program: Patti Wagner for underwriting the making of a video on this spectacular show and for her donations supporting these pro-grams. Thank you Laurence and Doug

for hiring and underwriting the rental truck, loading those oversized wooden crates as if it was easy and driving the work to their next and final location in Sacramento.

And thank you (anonymous) donor who underwrote and provided the catering for the M.B.workshop.

abstract show“Abstract” was juried by Frances Mc-

Cormack, professor at SFAI. From 501 pieces entered, Mc Cormack selected 60 pieces that were skillfully installed by Jenny Lynn Hall and John Martin. Gal-lery II presented “Biodiversity” with por-celain sculptures by Bambi Waterman and fresco by Krista Anandakuttan. In Gallery III, Christie Marks exhibited “Spell bound” a stunning collection of creative mixed media.

LITERARY & bOOK ARTS

LifeLines: Write Your Life StoriesInstructor: Suzanne Sherman

Life is filled with experiences that weave a fasci-nating and important story. Whatever your age, it’s good to write about some of those experi-ences to share them with others, to “connect the dots” as you see the bigger picture of your life, or to simply savor the best of times again. You’ll get valuable guidance and helpful lessons in mem-oir craft as you create a collection of writings and practice turning truth to art. Writings done at home are shared in the workshop for con-structive feedback. Limited to 10. Suzanne is a professional memoir teacher, editor, writing consultant, and author coach with over thirty years in the publishing field. For more, see www.suzannesherman.com.

Mondays, 1–3 pm8-week sessions:March 7 - April 25May 2 - June 27 (no meeting May 30)July 11 - August 29Fee: $300 (new); $280 (continuing)Register with instructor: suzannesherman@sonic.net or call 707.478.3819

CERAMICSCeramics “Drop In” Open Studio

Non-instructed studio time for experienced pot-ters, for hand-building, sculptural & wheel work.Studio has 8 wheels, slab roller, extruder, glazes & electric kilns (fire cone 5.) No production pot-ters.

For ages 14+ Questions? info@sebarts.orgMon, 9:30am-12:30pmTues, 6-8:30pm(cancelled if no one shows by 7pm)Wed, 12-3pmSat, 9am-12pmSat, 12-3pm (each Saturday session re-quiresa separate open studio fee)$60/6 session punch card$90/10 session punch card$12 per session/$6 if currently enrolled in anSCA ceramics class$30 clay, includes glaze & firing. All claymust be purchased from SCA.

Summer Pottery and the Potter’s WheelInstructor: Randy Snyder

We will use the potter’s wheel and learn to cen-ter and raise the clay, then shape to make plates, cups, jars, and other functional pieces that we will glaze and fire for you to cherish at home. Other techniques like pinch, slab, and coil will also be covered. This class is perfect for beginners and beyond. Space is limited, sign up early. Ages 14-adult. Materials are included.

6 Thurs, May 26- June 306:30-9pm$150 members/$155 non-membersCeramics StudioRegister with SCA 707.829.4797

Pottery and the Potter’s WheelInstructor: Randy Snyder

Use the potter’s wheel and learn to center and raise the clay; then shape to make plates, cups, jars, and other functional pieces to glaze and fire. Other techniques like pinch, slab, and coil will also be covered. This class is perfect for beginners and beyond.

Space limited, sign up early and come play in clay. Ages 14-Adult. Materials are includ-ed. 6 Thurs, Aug 18- Sept 226:30-9pm$155 non-member/$150 memberCeramics StudioRegister with SCA: 707.829.4797

handles & beyondInstructor: Liz Russell

Develop throwing skills & explore handle at-tachment and connection techniques. Learn how to avoid cracks in your work, and some techniques to repair them when they do occur. Materials are included.

Class #1- Throw partsClass #2 - Connect parts & add handles using various techniquesClass #3 - Multiple part pieces: Lids, butter bell, chip/dip bowlClass #4 - Finish pieces 4 Weds, April 13- May 46:30-9pm$130 members/$135 non-membersCeramics StudioRegister with SCA: 707.829.4797

beginning Figurative Sculpture:Instructor: Sandy Frank

Come join this 4-week hands-on course where students will sculpt the human figure from a live model in clay. We will utilize basic clay tech-

niques and learn the main building blocks to approach the human form with proportion, anatomy, gesture. The first hour will contain in-struction and exercises in technique. A 3-hour pose will start at 10am for further study. Materi-als, tools, and firing included.

4 Fri, May 6-279am-1pm$210 member/$215 non-member$50 model fee due on first day of class (not included)Ceramics StudioRegister with SCA: 707.829.4797

Intermediate/Advanced Figurative Sculpture Instructor: Sandy Frank

Come join this 4-week hands on group where we will sculpt the human figure from live models in water-base clay. We will have the same 3-hour pose each week for the full four weeks. This workshop will give sculptors who already have experience with clay and the figure time to further explore and experiment with this ex-tended pose. Materials, tools, and firing includ-ed.

4 Fri, May 6-2710a-1p$155 members/$160 non-members$50 model fee due on the first day of class (not included)Ceramics StudioRegister with SCA: 707.829.4797

The Portrait in ClayInstructor: Sandy Frank

Come play in this 4-week session where stu-dents will develop a life-sized portrait from the model in water base clay. We will use limited armature. Focused study of facial features and character will be demonstrated. Two sessions are available.

A separate model fee of $40-50 depending on enrollment will be charged at the begin-ning of the class to cover the cost of the models.Clay, tools and firing are covered in the class cost. Session 2: 4 Fri, April 8, 15, 22, 29 9:30-12:30$200 members/$205 non-members. Materi-als included.$40-50 model fee depending on enrollmentCeramics StudioRegister with SCA: 707.829.4797

DRAWING/PAINTING/

ENCAUSTICS/PRINTING

Mixed Media Painting: The Visual Poetry of Wabi SabiInstructor: Susan Cornelis

Explore this timeless nature esthetic of rich tex-tures and earthy tones while learning spontane-ous applications of inks, acrylics, oriental paper textures and more. This workshop is designed to engage your intuitive voice while offering tools and guidance to carry you through to finished paintings. A list of suggested materials for you to bring will be e-mailed to you upon registration. Contact the instructor at susan@susancorne-lis.com with any questions.

Sat. June 25 and Sun. June 2610am-4pm$160 member/$165 non-memberPainting/Drawing/Weaving RoomRegister with SCA at 707.829.4797

block Printing on Paper and Fabric Instructor: Susan Stover

This 2-day workshop involves an in depth explo-ration of block printing on paper and fabric. Drawing inspiration from ethnic textiles and contemporary art, we will look at different sources and examples of how block printing can be used in artwork and other creative pursuits. Motifs, designs and pattern repeats will be em-phasized as well as the way pattern, repetition and rhythm can be used in compositions. Stu-dents will carve rubber blocks with their own unique images and will be encouraged to de-velop their own personal vocabulary. Instruction will be given on different types of repeats, such as: mirror repeats, quarter turn repeats, and

seamless repeats. Designs can be used for col-lage and mixed media work, home or clothing textiles, decorative papers, in handmade books or journals, or as limited edition prints.

Sat. May 21 & Sun. May 2210am-4pm$325.00Painting/Drawing/Weaving RoomTo register, contact info@susanstover.com

Goddess PaintingInstructor: Katie Ketchum

Using the goddess archetype as a reference, we explore our subconscious messages through painting. Learn painting practices that open your of flow of creativity. We’ll use acrylic paint in clear easy steps, based on Shiloh Sophia’s “Color of Woman” painting process. You will also learn how to receive messages from your painting to reveal guidance and wisdom. No experience needed. Materials provided unless you wish to paint on stretched canvas. Please bring a shirt to protect your clothing and snacks you prefer. $55 per month includes four hours “in-person” class as well as monthly prompts online. You can sign up by the month or a series.

Saturdays, Apr. 9, May 14, June 11, July 91pm-5pmPainting/Drawing/Weaving RoomTo register, contact katieketchumband@gmail.com

Monoprint WorkshopInstructor: Jami Taback

Create colorful prints using templates designed and cut during class. Different inking tech-niques will be covered. Vibrant painterly results. I bring a table printing press to the workshop.

Material List: 9 X 12 inch Arches Printmak-ing Paper (6-8 pieces) Transparency Plastic, pair of scissors. *Materials will be available to purchase at workshop if needed. Sat. April 309am-3pmFee: $140 Painting/Drawing/Weaving StudioRegister with SCA: 707.829.4797

Collagraph PrintsInstructor: Jami Taback

Learn how to build a matrix for a collagraph printing plate. A one-day intensive workshop for people interested in printmaking. All levels wel-come. Various inking techniques will be ex-plored. Students come away with 5-6 prints of excellent quality. The collagraph process in-volves relief and intaglio-style printing and is a versatile, explorative process.

Materials:Exacto knife and a pair of scissors*Two 8”X10” matte board or cardboard coated with a polymer gloss medium or var-nish (completely dry for the class) coated back and front*1-2 ft of Contact paper, tapes of different widths including clear packing tape and masking tapes.*Six 9”x12” pieces of BFK Rives Paper White 250gsm *Materials will be available at the workshop for $15.00 Sat. July 169am-3pm$140.00 member, $145 non-memberPainting/Drawing/Weaving RoomRegister with SCA at 707.829.4797

The Creative Process in WatercolorInstructor: Jean Warren

We’ll use design principles & elements, color theory and watercolor techniques to discover who we are as artists and how we can visually tell our stories and experiences. Come play with the paint and appreciate watercolor’s immedia-cy and versatility. Demos, individual help and critiques. Jean’s paintings are represented in public, corporate and private collections and she is a signature member of the National Wa-tercolor Society. Materials list: jean@jeanwar-ren.com, 707-875-9240

Session 1: March 30- May 4Session 2: May 11- June 156 Weds, 9:30am-12:30pm$135 / $130 membersPainting/Drawing/Weaving RoomRegister with SCA: 707.829.4797 Thursday Watercolor GroupNo instructor, painting for fun, encouraging each other.

Thursdays, ongoing9:30-11:30am$10/monthFireside RoomRegister at: dluizartist@gmail.com Color Workshop--- A studio practice, Part I Instructor: Suzanne Jacquot, MFA, AT

This Color Workshop is designed to give a com-prehensive understanding, practice and experi-ence of color for the artist, designer, quilt maker or anyone who would like to explore color. You will learn color principles, terminology, use of the materials and techniques, and experiment doing a series of color studies. Studio practice in color is to an artist, as learning and practicing the scales is to a musician. It is one of the basic foundations to making great art. Ages: 18 on up

Sat. April 23 and Sun. April 249am-4pm $250 (SCA Members $245) Painting/Drawing/Weaving Studio Register online at: www.LivingYourWildCre-ativity.com

Classical DrawingInstructor: Christian Quintin

Learn the fundamental skills of drawing such as light and shade, curves, perspective and land-scape with renowned French artist Christian Quintin. This fun, encouraging and stimulating class will give you the ability to draw in three di-mensions and free you to create your own voice. This is an on going class open to adults of all levels. A list of supplies will be provided with registration.You may call Christian at (916) 833 2500 for information about both classes and visit his web site at: www.christianquintin.com

Mondays, 6-7:30pmSummer/Fall series 2016Landscape: May 9, 16, 23, 30Shading: August 29, September 12, 19, 26Ellipses: October 3, 10, 17, 24Perspective: November 7, 14, 21, 28 $100 per month (4 classes)$90 per month if registering for all 4 monthsPainting/Drawing/Weaving RoomRegister with SCA: 707.829.4797

basics of Japanese brushworkInstructor: Sanae Nakajima Chambers

Learn the basics of Japanese brushwork and evocative stroke order, taught through the ex-amples of various KANJI. Japanese brushwork is a highly sophisticated art form which requires both mental and physical concentration and considerable practice. Ultimately, it can lead to a powerful method of self-expression. Suitable for beginner & intermediate students. Materi-als: brush, ink, paper, ink stone, brush-wiping cloth (used dish cloth)At the first session materials will be explained in detail. No prior experience is required. Contact the instructor at (707) 823-7369 or sanae@sonic.net with questions.

8 Thurs, May 5- June 236-8pm$120 member/$125 non-memberPainting/Drawing/Weaving Room

Drawing NatureInstructor: Nina Antze

Colored pencils are a fun, safe, and portable way to express oneself artistically. Learn the basics of colored pencil drawing, including blending, burnishing, and impressed line, and apply them to botanical studies. Ongoing class; all levels welcome. Contact Nina at 707-326-6021 or antze@pcquilt.com for space avail-ability & supply list.

Tuesdays, ongoing 9am-12pmPer month: $84 member/$89 non-memberContact instructor for space availability.

Drawing Nature for beginnersInstructor: Nina Antze

Learn to draw & use colored pencils! Learn techniques using simple shapes that relate to nature and the basics of using colored pencils. This ongoing class focuses on the process of observing, drawing, and adding color to your work. Contact Nina at 707-326-6021 or antze@pcquilt.com for space availability & sup-ply list.

Session 1: Tuesdays, 1-3:30pmPer month: $70 members/$75 non-membersPainting/Drawing/Weaving Room Session 2: Wednesdays, 9-11:30am

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Per month: $70 members/$75 non-membersFireside Room

Tuesday Morning Drawing Group Group meets from 9 AM to 12 noon every Tuesday morn-ing.No registration required. Must be over 18 years of age.Group has live model, no instructor. We have tables , chairs, and free standing easels.$60 per month or $20 drop in fee.If you have questions, contact Joyce at: joycebobart@aol.com

Go Figure!Facilitator: James Curtis

Non-instructed, open studio figure study sessions. Draw, paint or sculpt the human figure from a live model in a well-lit studio. All levels welcome. Bring your own materials. No tur-penoid or turpentine solvents! Tables, easels, sink, lighting and model set up provided. Must be 18.

Every Wed, 7-10pm Fee: $50/4-prepaid sessions / $15 single sessionPhotography or sketching on occasional Fri or Sat 7-9pm Register at: 707.332.7877 or jcurt@sonic.net

Linoleum block Carving Workshop Instructor: Rik Olson

A 3-hour workshop on linoleum block carving with artist Rik Olson in preparation for the Street Printing Festival on June 21, a community event featuring pavement roller printing and display booths by Bay Area artists, writers, publishers and local businesses. Tools are provided during the workshop. One linoleum block included in class cost.

Sat. May 2810am-2pm$55 member/$60 non-memberPainting/Drawing/Weaving RoomRegister with SCA: 707.829.4797

Summer Linocut WorkshopInstructor: Rik Olson

The Linocut Workshop is open to all skill level from beginner to advanced. Learn methods of transferring your idea to the block, cutting the blocks, how to add an additional color sup-port block, and how to print it. The printing will be by hand or on my 1920 Poco letterpress. All you need to bring is a good idea for an image. If you have your own tools, bring them.

Sat. Aug 13 & Sun. Aug 1411am-5pm$200 member/$205 non-memberPainting/Drawing/Weaving RoomRegister with SCA: 707.829.4797

FIbER ART Indigo Dyeing WorkshopInstructor: Susan Stover

Come explore the magic of dyeing with indigo! Indigo is one of the oldest types of dyes used in many cultures throughout the world and trending today. The dyeing process is truly wonder-ful and magical. This hands-on, full day workshop will lead you through the steps to set up a small indigo vat, folding and binding techniques, and dyeing with this unique dye. If prop-erly taken care of, an indigo vat can last many months. Stu-dents will also learn how easy it is to create many of the intri-cate patterns on fabric.

Sun. May 1510am-4pm$150.00 + $15 materialsPainting/Drawing/Weaving RoomTo register, contact info@susanstover.com

Weaving I & II….DIShTOWELS!!Instructor: Marta Shannon

A simple dishtowel is an excellent canvas for exploring your favorite pattern… lace, waffle, twills and more, or your favor-ite textures and colors. In this 8 session class experienced weavers will focus on designing, drafting, color mixing, hand finishing etc.. Beginners will learn the full warping and weav-ing process from measuring the warp, threading the loom and weaving a sampler. Beginners sampler warp fee $4. Experi-enced weavers project costs will vary. 4 & 8 shaft looms available courtesy of the Redwood Guild of Fiber Arts.

8 Thurs, March 31 – May 199:30am-12:30pm$180 members/$185 non-membersPainting/Drawing/Weaving RoomRegister with SCA: 707.829.4797

Designing & Executing Multiple Fiber WarpsInstructor: Marta Shannon

A hands-on designing class for beginning & experienced weavers who would like to use more than one fiber, color or texture in their warps. Students will design a warp, figure the calculations for materials, translate the design from paper to the warping board and learn how to technically handle multi-ple thread & color changes. You will finish the class with a warp ready to wind!

2 Thurs, June 9 & 169:30am-12:30pm$65 members/$70 non-membersPainting/Drawing/Weaving RoomRegister with SCA: 707.829.4797

Weaving Workshop: Exploring brocade and InlayInstructor: Marta Shannon

This 2 session class will explore the supplementary weft techniques of brocade and inlay….both relatively simple ways to add interest and complexity to your plain weave fab-rics. Suitable for both RIGID HEDDLE weavers and SHAFT LOOM weavers. Students will come with a loom warped for a sampler (4 shaft looms available courtesy of the Redwood

Guild of Fiber Arts , Rigid Heddle weavers must have their own looms). Details on warp dimensions and materials will be available in advance.

2 Thurs, June 23 & 309:30am-12:30pm$65 members/ $70 non-membersPainting/Drawing/Weaving RoomRegister with SCA: 707.829.4797

MUSIC basic Voice Technique and Performance Skills for WomenInstructor: Katie Ketchum

We will explore highly effective vocal techniques including breathing, projection, developing range, and tone quality. Performing techniques will be offered as well. No experience needed. Individual attention included.

Thursdays, ongoing4:45-5:30pm$40 per month, payable at the first class of each monthFireside RoomTo register, contact katieketchumband@gmail.com

Singing as a Meditation Practice for WomenInstructor: Katie Ketchum

Singing is an amazing way to relax and slow up our minds. Join a non critical singing group where we will learn easy rounds and earth chants. Learn how to create your own meditation practice, singing songs, sitting and walking. No experience needed. Katie Ketchum M.A. is a professional singer, pianist and com-poser. She performs on the east coast with Cranberry Coast Concerts and directs her church choir in San Francisco.

Thursdays, ongoing5:30-6:30pm$40 per monthFireside RoomTo register, contact katieketchumband@gmail.com

MEDITATION/hEALTh Women’s Lotus Sangha Instructor: Chris Fortin

Meditation, teachings and discussion with relaxed forms. Drop-in — all beginning and seasoned meditators are wel-come. Suggested donation $10, or whatever you are able. For more information: 707-527-8106 chrisfortin@comcast.net www.dharmaheartzen.com

Tuesdays, ongoing5-6:30pmMusic/Movement Room

Yoga-Soma-ChiInstructor: Celosia Arcadia

In this class, Celosia begins with a centering meditation that places focus on the breath. Guided visualizations, yoga, so-matic, and chi gung exercises are synchronized with the inha-lation and the exhalation to yield a feeling of renewal and vital-ity. Celosia aims to provide a safe space that is expansive and deep, where listening to your own body is central to the prac-tice. This class is welcome to people of all ages. Celosia Arcadia began practicing Chi Gung 20 years ago and currently teaches at Sonoma State University. She also com-pleted a four-year study of The Feldenkrais Method in 2011 and has a private practice in Sebastopol. If you have ques-tions, please call 327-7056.

Mondays, ongoing 4:30-5:30pm$40 for 4 classes ($14 drop-in)Movement/Music RoomRegister with SCA: 707.829.4797

Rosen Method of MovementInstructor: Elizabeth Brennan

Rosen Movements increase balance and mobility, engage the core, lubricate joints, improve range of motion. Based on physical therapy exercises they re-educate and rehabilitate the body. Done to a background of world music, the body re-laxes, moves, and releases underlying muscular and emo-tional tension. Come join us and move with ease in class and in your daily living.

Movement StudioStarting in January, Wed. and Fri., 9:30-10:30amFee: $10 donation, drop-in $15Register with instructor: 707-591-0907

DANCE beginning Egyptian/Arabic bellydanceInstructor: Kathy Wolf

Traditional, authentic Egyptian and Arabic bellydance with some modern fusion. Learn basic moves and technique, fin-ger cymbals, veils, and dance combinations.

Mon, 6:30-7:30pm ongoing.Fee: $10 per class, $12 Drop-inRegister with instructor: 707-477-2757 or faerykat@gmail.com Intermediate Egyptian/Arabic BellydanceInstructor: Kathy Wolf Build on the basic bellydance knowledge, and learn more complex moves and technique. Students will also work on improvisation and choreography, and have op-portunities to perform.Mondays, 7:40-8:40pm ongoingFee: $10 per class, $12 Drop-inRegister with instructor: 707-477-2757 or faerykat@gmail.com

ART Color Me happy!Instructor: Barbie Watts

Learn about color and types of painting using water, mix-ing, and blending. It’s a fun way for students to get more confidence using color in their drawings in ways they haven’t thought of before! Finished project can be ab-stract or realism. Space is limited, register with instructor at 707-695-8628 or bwatts@sonic.net

4 Weds, April 6, 13, 20, 273:30-5pm$80 ($25 one time drop-in)$5 materials fee

Drawing LifeInstructor: Barbie Watts

Construction and anatomy of the human body start this class off. The classes in perspective and illustration are recommended, but new students are welcome. Learning how to draw life outside or indoors. Project will be for large size life finished black and white or color drawing of student or of another individual. Space is limited, register with instructor at 707-695-8628 or bwatts@sonic.net

4 Weds, May 4, 11, 18, 253:30-5pm$80 ($25 one time drop-in)$5 materials fee

Collage and Mixed Media Art book for Kids!Instructor: Barbie Watts

This is a great class where students combine their draw-ing talents with the good fun of glue art, collage and paint, combined with the written word - creating exciting, im-provisational art pieces. Students will bring home a hard-bound, blank sketchbook, with their art on the cover, which they can use as a gift or sketchbook that can be cherished forever.

Register with Barbie Watts, bwatts@sonic.net or 707-695-8628 4 Sat, April 2, 9, 23, 3010:30-12:00$75 ($22 one time drop-in)$5.00 materials fee

Let Your Eyes Do The Drawing IInstructor: Barbie Watts

Students learn to draw from life and photo’s. Observation and drawing techniques make this an exciting class that helps build confidence in beginning students and rounds out the portfolio’s of more experienced artists. Graphite, colored pencil, pastel and pen and ink will be available to practice and experiment with. Ages 10-18. For more in-formation or to register, contact Barbie Watts bwatts@sonic.net or 707-695-8628

4 Sat, May 7, 14, 21, 2810:30-12:00$75 ($22 one time drop-in)$5.00 materials fee

Let Your Eyes Do the Drawing IIInstructor: Barbie Watts

2nd Session teaches various styles using the masters as examples, learning how to create a portfolio for presen-tation, finishing your work for hanging at home or enter-ing into a show! Ages 10-18. For more information or to register and for materials list, contact Barbie Watts bwatts@sonic.net or 707-695-8628

4 Saturdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30 10:30-12:00$75 ($22 one time drop-in)

Earth Magic Ceramics Generational - Ages 5 to AdultInstructor: Meryl Juniper

Delve into your intuition & inspiration in a supportive open studio environment. Richly guided with technique, enliv-ening our practice, passion, presence, & play with a focus of somatic awareness. Align your imagination within this grounding medium. While working with hand-building, potters wheel, surface treatment, functional & sculptural forms & glazing techniques. In the heart of true community, where we enjoy the spark & influence of multi generational learning & expression. Space is Lim-ited - Pre-Registration Required

Ceramics StudioEight Tues, 3:30-5:15 pmSpring: Mar 1-May 3 (no classes Mar 22 & 29)Fee each season: $140.00 (10% Discount each addi-tional family member)$30.00 Materials FeeRegister with Instructor: Meryl Juniper 707.823.5843 or meryljuniper@gmail.com

MUSIC Quality Piano Training for ChildrenInstructor: Katie Ketchum

Ages 7 - 11. Enjoyable yet thorough training which in-cludes one-on-one time with teachers. Also included is singing, theory games an annual recital and free lesson books. Wednesday and Thursday classes. First class is free.

Fireside Room$75 per monthTo register, contact katieketchumband@gmail.com or 707-293-4035

The bija Children’s ChoirInstructor: Maria Bija

The Bija Children’s Choir is a 501c3 nonprofit program deeply dedicated to educating and inspiring young peo-ple who love to sing, as well as enriching the community through quality multicultural performances. Bija is an ancient Sanskrit word meaning seed of creation, which represents the Bija Choir’s mission of sowing seeds of musical capability, confidence, and creativity among Sonoma County’s youth. Classes are held weekly Sept - June, leveled by age and ability, with no auditions for beginners.

Schedule:Tuesdays 4-4:45pm, Junior Rhythmics Choir (ages 5-6)Wednesdays 4-5:15pm, Treble Choir (ages 11-18: by audition)Thursdays 2:30-3:15pm, Junior Rhythmics Choir (ages 5-6)Thursdays 3:30-4:15pm, Preparatory Choir (ages 7-12)Thursdays 4:30-5:30pm, Concert Choir (ages 8-14: by audition/invitation)Tuition: $150 per 10wk session + once annual $25 costume & materials fee Spring 2016 Session begins the week of April 7For Registration & Information visit www.bija-child-rens-choir.com or email bijachildrenschoir@gmail.com

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PERFORMING ARTSapril 22: Classical piano Concert

The Sebastopol Center for the Arts Adult Piano Performance Class will be presenting a recital of classical music, including both solo and two piano works by some of the major classical composers. These performers are an amazing group of amateur pianists that enjoy sharing their love of piano music with the Sonoma county residents. Please join us for a wonderful evening dedicated to the great masters of piano music.

Tickets: $15/Adults, $10/Chil-dren 17 and under

When: April 22, 2016, 7:30pmWhere: Sebastopol Center for

the Arts Brent Auditorium May 6: viva espana! Sol flamenco

Sol Flamenco – the passion and fire of Spain hits the stage. An evening of lightening fast foot-work, haunting guitar rhythms,

and soulful singing awaits you.Featuring a cast of artists that

have lived and trained in Spain, the birthplace of flamenco: danc-ers Joelle Goncalves and Hilit Maniv, with international re-cording artist, guitarist, Mark Taylor and singer La Yuli. The

group has been working together for many years and it shows in the dancer’s precision footwork, vo-cals, the guitarist’s bold accompa-niment and the company’s strong stage presence. Sol Flamenco is Spain’s artistic gem of Sonoma County.

Don’t miss this incredible line up of unforgettable artists for one night only!

Tickets: $15/AdultsWhen: Friday, May 6, 2016

7:30pmWhere: Sebastopol Center for

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areas and ages. Evidence of its effective-ness in fostering a love for learning, im-proving greater human dignity, enhanc-ing creativity, and producing a more en-gaged citizen.

Evidence from brain research is only one of many reasons education and engage-ment in fine arts is beneficial to the educa-tional process. The arts develop neural systems that produce a broad spectrum of benefits ranging from fine motor skills to creativity and improved emotional bal-ance. One must realize that these systems often take months and even years to fine-tune. In a study conducted at Columbia University, research showed that subjects such as mathematics, science, and lan-guage require complex cognitive and cre-ative capacities “typical of arts learning”. “The arts enhance the process of learning. The systems they nourish, which include our integrated sensory, attentional, cog-nitive, emotional, and motor capacities, are, in fact, the driving forces behind all other learning” .

The fine arts also provide learners with non-academic benefits such as promoting self-esteem, motivation, aesthetic aware-ness, cultural exposure, creativity, im-proved emotional expression, as well as social harmony and appreciation of diver-sity. These are the very fibers of the fabric known as our American culture.

Today’s world is witness to the Informa-tion Age. The primary sources of content information are no longer teacher lectures or textbooks. Learning is not limited to what you know, but is dependent upon how to find information and how to use that information quickly, creatively, and cooperatively. “We are in a society based on data. As information and intelligence become the domain of computers, society will place a new value on the one human

ability that can’t be automated: emotion.” We are inundated with data but are starv-ing for meaningful learning. Workplace demands us to understand how to solve problems, make arguments plausible, build teams and coalitions, and how to in-corporate the concept of fairness into ev-eryday decisions. In these ever changing times, we need to be thinkers, possessing people skills, problem-solving aptitude, demonstrated creativity, and the ability to work as a member of a team. The Sebas-topol Center for the Arts provides learn-ing about the things that matter the most: order, integrity, thinking skills, a sense of wonder, truth, flexibility, fairness, digni-ty, contribution, justice, creativity and co-operation. The arts provide all of these.

Perhaps the most fundamental element to education one should consider is the manner in which we perceive and make sense of the world in which we live. Con-tinued education in the fine arts helps us all to see what we look at, hear what we listen to, and feel what we touch. Engage-ment in the fine arts helps us stretch our minds beyond the boundaries of the print-ed text or the rules of what is provable. The arts free the mind from rigid certainty. Imagine the benefits of seeking, finding, and developing multiple solutions to the myriad of problems facing our society today! These processes, taught through the study of the arts, help to develop the continued tolerance for coping with the ambiguities and uncertainties present in the everyday affairs of human existence. There is a universal need for words, music, dance, and visual art to give expression to the innate urgings of the human spirit. The Sebastopol Center for the Arts recog-nize that the human intellect “draws from many wells.” Arts education gives access to the deepest of those wells.

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Join us for a summer full of creative fun at the Sebastopol Center for the Arts!All classes limited to students ages 8 - 12; maximum 12 -15 students $100. Register online at sebarts.org

poetry alive: read, Write, Make

July 5-8, 20169am-4pm.Facilitated by Jackie Huss Hallerberg

visual arts Camp

July 11-15, 20169am - 4pm.Facilitated by Therese LaLonde and Emily Robinson

functional arts Camp

July 18-22, 20169am - 4pm.Facilitated by Therese LaLonde and Emily Robinson

Musical theatre Camp

July 25-29, 20169am - 4pm.Facilitated by Maria Bija

Summer Kids Art Camps

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april 23: a Special evening of poetry and Music with andrew Joron and Joseph noble

Andrew Joron, who plays the theremin in various experimen-tal and free-jazz en-sembles, is the au-thor of Trance Ar-chive: New and Selected Poems (City Lights, 2010). Joron’s previous poetry col-lections include The Removes (Hard Press, 1999), Fathom (Black Square Edi-tions, 2003), and The Sound Mirror (Flood Editions, 2008). The Cry at Zero, a selection of his prose poems and critical essays, was published by Counterpath Press in 2007. From the German, he has translated the Literary Essays of Marxist-Utopian philos-opher Ernst Bloch (Stanford University Press, 1998) and The Perpetual Motion Ma-chine by the proto-Dada fantasist Paul Scheerbart (Wakefield Press, 2011). Joron teaches creative writing at San Francisco State University.

Joseph Noble plays flutes and saxo-phones in the quar-tets Ouroboros and Cloud Shepherd. His poetry has appeared in Hambone, OR, New American Writ-ing, Five Fingers Re-view, The New Re-view of Literature, Eleven Eleven, and other journals. Three of his essays on the poet George Oppen have appeared in Talis-man, Aufgabe, and Sagetrieb. His book of poetry, Antiphonal Airs, was published in 2013 by Skylight Press. Another book of po-etry, An Ives Set, was published in 2006 by lyric& Press. His chapbook, Homage to the Gods, was published in 2012 by Berkeley Neo-Baroque.

A WordTemple poetry eventTickets: Donations RequestedWhen: Saturday, April 23, 2016, 7 p.m.Where: Sebastopol Center for the Arts

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May 21: ada limòn and greg Mahrer

Ada Limón is the author of four books of poetry, including Bright Dead Things, which was named a finalist for the 2015 N a t i o n a l B o o k Award in Poetry and one of the Top Ten Poetry Books of the Year by The New York Times. Her other books include Lucky Wreck, This Big Fake World, and Sharks in the Rivers. She serves on the faculty of Queens University of Charlotte Low Residency M.F.A program, and the 24Pearl Street online program for the Provincetown Fine Arts Work Center. She also works as a freelance writer splitting her time between Lexington, Kentucky and Sonoma, California.

Sonoma County poet Gregory Mahrer is celebrating his first collection, A Provisional Map of the Lost Continent. His work has been published in The New England Re-view, The Indiana Review, Green Mountains Review, Volt, Colorado Review, Haden’s Ferry Review and elsewhere as well as the web sites Po-etry Daily and Verse Daily. Several of his poems have been nominated for Pushcart Prizes. In 2014 one of those poems, Re-frain, received a Pushcart Special Men-tion.

A WordTemple poetry event Tickets: Donations RequestedWhen: Saturday, Saturday, May, 21,

2016 7p.m.Where: Sebastopol Center for the Arts

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favorite poem Community readingIn honor of National Poetry Month, the

Sebastopol Center for the Arts will once again be hosting the annual Favorite Poems event on Sunday, April 24, 4-6pm in the SCA’s Galletta Gallery.

If you would like to read or recite your fa-vorite poem, please send me a copy of the poem and a brief statement of why it is your

favorite by April 10. The only rule is that the poems may not be your own or by a family member. I will let you know by April 17 if you have been selected. I will try to include everyone if we have enough time.

Of course, you don’t have to share a poem to join us for the afternoon. It is always a rich and lovely gathering of poets beauty.

FRIDAy 3Film “Of The Sea” Brent Auditorium,7pm. $10 members price $12 general admission.

SAT/SUN 4&5 Art At The Source Saturday and Sunday 10 am - 5pm, extended gallery hours 10am - 5pm hours are 10am-4pm Tues-Fri; 1-4pm Sat)

SAT/SUN 11&12 Art At The Source Saturday and Sunday 10 am - 5pm, Galletta Gallery hours are 10am-4pm Tues-Fri; 1-4pm Sat)

FRIDAy 17 Opening Reception “The Art of the Book” 6 - 7:30 pm

SATURDAy 18 Artist Talk 2 -3 pm

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The Magic of Fire

April

May

June

July

FRIDAy 15What About Youth? Galletta Gallery (show ends May 1)

SAT/SUN 16/ 17Apple Blossom Festival, Saturday, 10am-6pm and Sunday 10am-5pm.

FRIDAy 22Classical-Piano Concert, Brent Auditorium,

7:30pm $15April 22, 2016, 7:30pm

SATURDAy 23A special WordTemple poetry event of Poetry and Music

with Andrew Joron and Joseph Noble Brent Auditorium, 7pm Donation

SUNDAy 24Favorite Poem Community Reading, Brent Auditorium 4-6pm

Opening Reception, “ Spring into Nature – A Trip through My Sonoma County” 2-4pm

Film Construction Panel. Little Red Hen Dining Room 3-6pm

FRIDAy 6 Viva Espana!

Sol Flamenco, Brent Auditorium,

7:30pm $15

ThURSDAy 19Art at the Source

Opening Reception Galletta Gallery

6-8 pm

SATURDAy 21 Ada Limòn and

Greg Mahrer Brent Auditorium,

7pm Donation

TUESDAy 5 Summer Arts Camps for Kids Begins Sign Ups sebarts.org/index.php/classes/children-teens/

SUNDAy 10 Street Printing Festival, 11 to 5 pm, North Parking lot

FRIDAy 29“BOUNDARIES” Galletta Gallery through September 4

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