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BEGINNING FRI, JANUARY 27
(Project Space Gallery)
O' Great Reverie: Montalvo 1912-2012
In 1912, Californian state senator, banker, civic leader and arts patron, James Duval Phelan began constructing Montalvo, an ambitious estate nestled in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains that encompasses a Mediterranean-inspired villa and 175 acres of forest, orchards and manicured gardens. Named after Garci Ordóñez de Montalvo, the 16th Century Spanish author who first coined the name California, Montalvo was Phelan’s beloved ...
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THU MARCH 1, 2012 9:30 A.M. and 11:30 A.M. (
School & Teacher event) (Carriage House Theatre)
Junie B. Jones - SOLD OUT!
Hurray, hurray! Junie B. Jones is finally graduating from kindergarten and is ready for first grade at last! But getting used to a whole new group of friends, a new teacher, and new glasses is challenging, even for irrepressible Junie B. Based on Barbara Park ...
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SAT MARCH 3, 2012 10 A.M.
Master Gardener Workshop: Growing Great Summer Vegetables
With Master Gardener Edgar LoJoin Master Gardener Edgar Lo as he teaches participants how to grow strong and flavorful summer vegetables including beets, beans, peppers, carrots, and summer squash. Lo is the original cultivator of the "Ed's Millennium" tomato, which has garnered praise in ...
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WED MARCH 7, 2012 7 P.M. (Phelan Library)
Chit-Chat Club: Sustaining Landscapes
This series of conversations is inspired by James Duval Phelan’s participation in the San Francisco-based Chit-Chat Club. Founded in 1874, members met monthly for dinner followed by a presentation and discussion. These talks will explore key topics central to Montalvo’s ongoing mission and ...
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SAT MARCH 10, 2012 8 P.M. (Carriage House Theatre)
The Second City: Laugh Out Loud Tour - SOLD OUT!
“A comedy empire” –The New York TimesBack to Montalvo for the second consecutive year!From the company that launched the careers of famous comedians such as Tina Fey, Steve Carell, Bill Murray to name just a few, come the next generation of the comedy world ...
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SUN MARCH 11, 2012 3 P.M. (Historic Villa)
Trio Voronezh
"The traditional pieces soon brought the crowd to life, clapping enthusiastically as the rhythms accelerated and Volokhin's fingers flew across his domra. Petrukhin, his body moving in sync with his deep bass notes, and Teleshev, magisterially pulling everything together within the lush sounds of ...
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SUN MARCH 11, 2012 7:30 P.M. (Carriage House Theatre)
George Kahumoku Jr and Masters of Hawaiian Music - SOLD OUT!
With Dennis Kamakahi, Uncle Richard Ho’opi’l and Bobby Ingano"George Kahumoku Jr. is a master with the acoustic guitar. His music is played from his heart and soul through the very tips of his fingers, and flows with vivid tropical images." – amzmusiczine.com ...
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SAT MARCH 17, 2012 11 A.M. (Historic Villa)
Historic Villa Tour
Celebrate the Centennial of the historic Villa at Montalvo Arts Center. Learn about Senator Phelan's country home, built in 1912, his colorful life and celebrated friends, the arts center as it was then and now, and more!FREE for Montalvo Members and a guest ...
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SUN MARCH 18, 2012 1 P.M. (Carriage House Theatre)
Cinderella - SOLD OUT!
Cinderella struggles to escape her wicked stepmother and ugly stepsisters to attend the Royal Ball. With a little magical help, she arrives in finery to find her Prince Charming. Rediscover one of the most popular fairy tales of all time in this family favorite!Presented ...
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SAT MARCH 24, 2012 8 A.M.
Arts In Your Classroom: Professional Development Conference for Teachers and Teaching Artists
Get Your Arts On!We are pleased to announce our annual Arts in Your Classroom professional development conference for 2012 presented in collaboration with the Santa Clara County Office of Education and San Jose State University's Lurie College of Education. The conference will engage ...
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MON MARCH 26, 2012 9:30 A.M. and 11:30 A.M. ( School & Teacher event) (Carriage House Theatre)
Are You My Mother? - SOLD OUT!
At long last, Baby Bird emerges from her shell and expects to be greeted by her mother's song. But her mother is not there. Where is she? Why isn't she home? With the help of Dog, Cat, and Hen, Baby Bird sets out ...
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FRI MARCH 30, 2012 6 P.M. (Lucas Artists Programs Commons)
Final Fridays: Robin Lasser
Oakland-based artist Robin Lasser produces photographs, video, sound works, site-specific installations and public art projects, which explore environmental, health, culture and social issues especially as they pertain to women. For her Final Friday, Lasser will discuss Dress Tents, wearable sculptures that are installed, performed and ...
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