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541-997-1994 | www.EventCenter.org | Florence Events Center | Center Stage | Page 3 Art event An evening of ‘Wallflowers and Wine’ returns to FEC For those seeking a night of art, wine and shared experience, the FEC’s Galleries will host the ever-popular Wallflowers and Wine event with artist John Leasure on Friday, Aug. 11, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Leasure will once again bring his artful experience and sense of fun to the stage at the FEC to lead this social-style art class as he guides participants through the process of creating their own paint- ing based on his theme for the evening. Cost is $45 and all supplies, including paint, brushes and canvas, are provided. The Friends of the Events Center Gallery Committee will provide snacks and a complimentary beverage from the bar for artists to enjoy. In addition, Pavilion Catering will also offer a selection of wine, beer and other beverages for purchase throughout the evening. Hardin concert “Beachcombing Sandpipers,” by award-winning Florence artist John Leasure, will be the theme for the next Wallflowers and Wine art event this August at the FEC. Tickets can be purchased at the Florence Events Center box office, 715 Quince St., or by phone at 541-997-1994 during regular business hours. community event Register for summer Indoor Yard Sale From page 1 A portion of ticket sales will go to the Malakai Kirk Bone Marrow Transplant Fund. of whom Hardin lost a few years Tickets can purchased by calling ago in a plane crash off the coast of the FEC box office at 541-997- Florence. 1994. The FEC’s Indoor Yard Sale is com- ing Saturday, Aug. 12. Starting Monday, July 10, at 8:30 a.m., registration opens for those who want to be part of the Friends of the Florence Events Center’s annual indoor sale. The sale is for non-profit groups and individuals who want space to display their goods. For those who do not have a garage, adequate parking or hard to find locations, this is a perfect solution to be part of this huge sale. Single booths and double spaces are available for a fee from $35 to $90 and there are discounts for nonprofit groups. Space will be available up until Thursday, Aug. 10, at 5 p.m. for any group or individual to participate in the sale. For more information on purchasing a booth, come in to the Florence Events Center office, 715 Quince St., or contact Jennifer Connor at the FEC at 541-997-1994. Siuslaw Jam From page 1 Florence. Taking advantage of the fact that the group of world-class musicians would already be on the Oregon Coast, Greene spearheaded the estab- lishment of a sister festival for Florence, the Siuslaw Jam — the first of which will be held July 7 and 8 at the FEC. In addition to music, comedian Pete Barbutti, known for his musical come- dy act and a frequent guest of The Tonight Show, will also be performing during each night’s festivities. There will also be a free matinee concert for young people and families on July 8 at 2 p.m. Hosted by Pete Barbutti, Clairdee and Ken Peplowski, musicians will give the audience an easy and fun introduction to jazz, with young musicians encouraged to bring their instruments to participate in a jam session. Saturday’s performance will be on the Great American Songbook and jazz, as well as tributes to Ella Fitzgerald, Thelonious Monk, Dizzy Gillespie and many more. On July 7, Barbutti will open the show with a performance of his time- less comedy. The second half of the evening will be one-of-a-kind experience — a spontaneous evening of song and sto- rytelling. Well-travelled, world-class Gillespie, Dick Hyman, Duke Ellington, Lena Horne and many other Jazz Greats. Among the performers will be Siletz Bay Artistic Director and conductor Bergman, who is currently the Musical Director and Conductor of the Walla Walla Symphony, the Portland Chamber Orchestra and was previ- ously the Musical Director of the Colorado Springs Symphony, the New York Heritage Chamber Orchestra, and the 92nd St. Y Symphonic Workshop Orchestra in New York City. Also performing will be recording and international touring artist Clairdee. Her lustrous voice, soulful delivery and scene-stealing charisma, have highlighted performances with acclaimed instrumentalists including Dick Hyman, Bucky Pizzarelli, Boz Scaggs, Ken Peplowski, Cyrus World-renown basist David Captein Chestnut and Houston Person. musicians will share their stories and Fitzgerald and Lena Horne in addition In addition to headlining with her tour experiences, mixing in music and to well-known jazz favorites “Night In world-class ensemble, Clairdee per- Tunisia,” “Round Midnight,” “The forms with symphony pops orchestras fun. Peplowski and friends have played Duke,” and “Airmail Special.” and big bands and has opened for Every combination for the music numerous artists as diverse as David all over the world with some of the greatest musicians to grace a stage. A enthusiast, from solo piano to duets, Sanborn, the Count Basie Orchestra, rare chance to get to know these tal- trios, quartets, quintets, all in the clas- Johnny Mathis and Etta James. sic Norman Granz “Jazz At The ented performers. Ticket prices are $30 each evening, It will be a free-wheeling evening of Philharmonic” vibe. with performances beginning at 7 The evening will also include 100th p.m., or $50 for both evenings. Call entertainment featuring musicians playing selections from the songbooks anniversary birthday tributes to Ella the FEC at 541-997-1994 for tickets. of Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Thelonious Monk, Dizzy Come Join the Friends! Volunteer – Event Planning – Fundraising 715 Quince Street | www.eventcenter.org 541-997-1994 | 888-968-4086
