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November 2011 Newsletter     

Monthly Highlights and Special Announcements


Fri, Dec 9

 The OAC 2011 Board Cordially Invites You  

to Join our Festive Annual Holiday Luncheon! 

 
Catch a glimpse into our plans for 2012, meet our new Board Members, and
enjoy a lovely lunch, followed by dessert & entertainment featuring:

Holiday Songs by Orinda Idol Singers
&
"Midsummer Night's Dream" Highlights by OIS Bulldog Theater Company Actors

Friday, December 9th
12:00PM-2:00PM
Orinda Country Club
315 Camino Sobrante, Orinda

$22 Per Person

Choice of Grilled Chicken Salad or Pumpkin Polenta Entree
Wine & Soft Drinks Complimentary

RSVP by November 30th

Pay via check, OCC account, or in advance here:  Buy Now



Orinda Idol Singers Entertain at Northern California Sister Cities Conference

Hosted by the Orinda/Tabor Sister City Foundation at the Orinda Community Center on October 29th, 2011 Orinda Idol Finalists Amelia Chen, Maritza Grillo & Katie Marino were the featured entertainment at the conference luncheon. Dignitaries and special guests included the Consul General of People's Republic of China, Ambassador Gao Zhansheng; Rink A. Babka, an Olympian and business man; and pilot and business man, Bud Burke. 


Special thanks to Bobbie Landers of the Orinda/Tabor Sister City Foundation for inviting our young singers to perform, as well as the efforts of Steve Harwood and the parents, and of course, to Amelia, Maritza, and Katie for sharing their wonderful voices!




The OAC Supports the Orinda Woman's Club 25th Annual Festival of the Trees

Under the direction of Myrna Witt, the OAC is donating a raffle basket filled with art supply treasures to the aid the fundraising  effort at the Orinda Woman's Club's annual bash on November 17th to support its grants to programs and charities serving the needs of women and children.  


Thank you to Myrna and her team, Susan Mautner and Gwen McNeilus, for their efforts and generosity on this project!  


For More Info, Click Here.

Upcoming Meetings


Wed, Nov 9
1:30-3:00pm
Board Meeting
At the Orinda Community Center/Library Plaza~May Room
School Liaisons & All Members Welcome
Contact: OAC President, Susan Garell.

Wed, Nov 9
3:00pm
following Board
Meeting
Nominating Committee Meeting
At the Orinda Community Center/Library Plaza~May Room
Contact: OAC President, Susan Garell.

OAC-Sponsored Events


Nov 1-30


Orinda Library Art Gallery

Featured this month:

~Kim Wong, paintings

~Terry Riggins, photography

~Bruno Kark, ceramics

~David Vanderjagt, ceramics   

 

Artists' Reception on Tuesday, November 6, from 3-5pm. Public welcome! 

School Performances 


Nov 2-5


OIS Bulldog Theater Company Presents "Midsummer Night's Dream"
Orinda Intermediate School Multi-Purpose Room

Showtimes:
Wed, Nov 2nd 4:30pm
Thu, Nov 3rd 4:30pm
Fri, Nov 4th 5:00pm & 8:00pm
Sat, Nov 5th 3:00pm & 7:00pm

For Tickets, Cast Lists & More Info, Click Here.

The Orinda Arts Council is a proud financial supporter of the OIS Bulldog Theater.

Nov 15-18
7:30pm


Miramonte Drama Presents "Marvin's Room" and "Rabbit Hole" 
Miramonte Theater

Showtimes:
"Rabbit Hole"
Wed, Nov 15th and Fri, Nov 17th
"Marvin's Room"
Thu, Nov 16th and Sat, Nov 18th  
7:30pm all shows

Tickets are $7 per show, or $10 for both, available at the door or at the MHS Store (Click Here).

Community Events


Nov 2

Downtown Orinda Workshop & Online Survey
Help Shape the future of Downtown Orinda! What do you want downtown Orinda to look like in 3 years? In 5 years? In 20 years?

Interest in downtown is growing and your input will help City leaders guide the future of both the Theatre/Crossroads and Village sides of downtown Orinda. The City of Orinda invites you to be a part of the process and make your voice heard by attending a Workshop and taking a Survey.

Downtown Orinda Workshops:

Wed, Nov 2nd, 9:30am ~ Orinda Community Center, Rm 8
Wed, Nov 2nd, 7:00pm ~ Glorietta Elementary School

Click Here for Downtown Orinda Survey. For More Info, Click Here.

Nov 4-10
Lamorinda Film & Entertainment Foundation (LFEF)
International Film Showcase

Back By Popular Demand!

"Red Like the Sky"
Orinda Theatre

The saga of a blind child who, during the turbulent 70's, fights against everything and everyone to reach out for his dreams and his freedom. Inspired by the true story of a gifted, blind Italian sound editor, Mirco Mencacci.

For Show Times & More Info,
Click Here:

LFEF is a supporter and donor of the OAC.

Thu, Nov 17
4:00-8:00pm


5th Annual Orinda Artisan and Wine Faire
At the Orinda Country Club.
Don't miss this festive event, open to the public, featuring local artists and craftspeople showing their original, handcrafted items, including painting, jewelry, ceramics, glassware, woodwork, photography, fabric and woven pieces and other unique items. Several wineries will be offering free tasting, with the opportunity to purchase wine at discounted prices!
Click Here for invitation.

Questions? Contact Barbara Duff at bartduff@comcast.net.

Thu, Nov 17
7:00pm
Lamorinda Theatres/CAIFF World Premier Event

"Hercules Saves Christmas" at the Orinda Theatre   


Fri, Nov 18
10:00pm

NIGHT OF FRIGHT at the New Rheem Theatre 

"War of the Worlds"   


Feb 10-16
2010
SAVE THE DATE!
California Independent Film Festival (CAIFF)
Lamorinda Theatres

For Tickets & More Info on all Lamorinda Theatres/CAIFF events, Click Here.

Lamorinda Theatres/CAIFF is a partner, supporter, and donor of Orinda Idol and the OAC.

OAC Special Notices  


Seeking 2012 OAC Board Members
Help the Orinda Arts Council continue to provide the wonderful and valuable arts programs we've been bringing to the schools and community for over 60 years! If you or someone you know would like to serve on the 2012 OAC Board, please contact us. We have a number of exciting and important positions open and we'd love to consider all interested candidates to join our passionate and committed team!  For more info, please contact the OAC President, Susan Garell.

REMINDER: Our Membership Drive Continues
We need you to help us ensure that The Orinda Arts Council can continue to provide important arts programs to the schools and the community, including the High School Visual Arts Competition, Orinda Idol, OUSD Art Ambassadors, sponsorship of the OIS Bulldog Theater Co., as well as the Miramonte and OUSD school spring musicals, and funding for 1st & 2nd Grade Art Books and 3rd Grade Sketchbooks for every OUSD student. Named The Orinda Association's 2010 Volunteer of the Year for making a difference in our community, the hardworking, dedicated volunteers of the OAC couldn't have earned that distinction without your support!

Help the OAC Every Time You Search!

This is going to be the easiest thing we've ever asked you to do! We just signed up with GoodSearch.com and now every time you shop online or search the internet, a donation will be made to The Orinda Arts Council! Here's how: GoodShop.com works with more than 2,500 stores (including Target, Apple, Petsmart etc.) and every time you purchase something, a percentage will be donated to us! And, even more exciting, GoodShop also offers over 100,000 of the most up-to-date coupons and free shipping offers so you can save money at the same time. It's a win-win. GoodSearch.com is a Yahoo-powered search engine which makes a donation to us each time you do a search.  

Just Click Here and register under "Orinda Arts Council"!

 
Not yet a member? Join or donate to OAC by emailing join@orindaartscouncil.org or visiting www.OrindaArtsCouncil.org. The Orinda Arts Council is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting and advocating the visual and performing arts in our schools and community. We rely on the generous donations and volunteerism of our community to fulfill our mission and are deeply indebted to our many dedicated volunteers, contributors and donors. 
Thank you for your support!
 
Contact Information
Jane Greenthal, VP of Communications
news@orindaartscouncil.org