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 Peninsula Arts Council Monthly Newsletter
 January 2010

Welcome to the Peninsula Arts Council's SMart Newsletter!  

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IN THIS ISSUE
8th ANNUAL DIAMOND AWARDS
In Conversation with Alisa Clancy
Winners of the December Free Ticket Giveaway!
The Arts This Month...
Local, Regional and National Arts News Feed
About the Peninsula Arts Council
The PAC:
-Promotes and cultivates the arts through marketing, outreach and education initiatives.
-Honors artistic achievement in San Mateo County through an annual Diamond Awards event.
-Provides resources to support and increase county arts in education activities.
-Maintains a monthly event calendar.
-Hosts an artist's registry to help promote local artists. 
-Serves as a community partner and resource.
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Third Thursdays in
 
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Downtown San Mateo!
 
  There is something for everyone. Visitors will experience the unique flavor of San Mateo through local and international art that will be featured in businesses on B Street, from First through Fourth Avenues.
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8th ANNUAL DIAMOND AWARDS
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Join the PAC and Honorary Chair, Alisa Clancy, KCSM 91.1 FM, Thursday evening, January 28, from 5:30 - 8:00 pm at the Redwood Shores Public Library, when the 8th Annual Diamond Awards are presented to this year's outstanding individuals and organizations for their artistic achievements and contributions to the arts in San Mateo County. The public is invited and there is no cost to attend this fun and exciting evening.
 
Don't forget  to RSVP as space is limited and be sure to bring your checkbooks!!  We have received an overwhelming response from the business community for our request for silent auction items.  You're not going to want to miss out on these wonderful themed baskets including tickets to arts events, local restaurant certificates, hotel stays, artwork, and much more. We look forward to seeing you there!
alisa clancyIn Conversation with Alisa Clancy, Host of KCSM's  "A Morning Cup of Jazz" & Chair of the Diamond Awards

Alisa Clancy, dynamic host of KCSM 91.1 FM's "A Morning Cup of Jazz" sat down with the Peninsula Arts Council recently for a conversation about music, the upcoming Diamond Awards and the arts in San Mateo County.

PAC: What do you want people to know about Jazz?  
AC: Jazz is just a conversation with instruments (or voice) between
musicians.  It's the embodiment of our individuality and our human
condition and, with hope, everyone is speaking the same language in the
same key on the bandstand!  Jazz is never about the end product--like pop
music -- it's about the journey!  Read the rest of the interview

Winners of the December Free Ticket Giveaway!
Winners of the Peninsula Ballet Theatre Tickets were Susan Stienstra of San Mateo County Historical Association and Joan Currie from Little House Volunteers.

 Congratulations, we hope you enjoyed the show!

peninsula symphonyThe Arts This Month
The Peninsula Symphony Presents:
Taylor Eigsti and Gershwin - January 22, 2010
After his magical appearance with the Peninsula Symphony two years ago, Taylor Eigsti is back in another stunning jazz-orchestra collaboration. The program is scheduled to include George Gershwin's Cuban Overture, Rhapsody in Blue and Porgy and Bess Symphonic Picture.Learn more or order tickets

 
The Main Gallery Presents: From Here to There bullit
January 13 - February 14, 2010
The paintings, photographs and prints included in From Here to There express the artists' personal attachment to the places that sutain and foster the creative muse. The artists have worked to bring together an exhibition of landscapes that transport the viewer to a place of quiet and contemplation that will relax and inspire.Click to continue

Local, Regional, and National Arts News Feed 

Celebrate 75 Years of Memories at the San Mateo County Historical Association

Discover San Mateo County -  Arts Calendar

Kickstart Your Great Ideas! New Funding Source

Live Music Venues in San Mateo Count

Call for Entries - Fourth Annual Spotlight High School Film Festival
The Peninsula Arts Council is a non-profit organization serving San Mateo County to enhance opportunities for arts experiences and expression for all ages, promote resource sharing and collaboration, and advocate for the arts.