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Winter Season Events at OCA--Happy Holidays!

Enriching the community by providing diverse cultural experiences that inspire, educate and entertain

This Week!
In the Gallery:
Our gallery is open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 11 am - 4 pm and during event intermissions.

'The Shape of Things' 3D Art Exhibit
Dec 6 - Jan 26

The Shape of Things is an exhibit of three dimensional works created by Sonoma County artists. This exhibition features a diverse collection of works in a variety of media.

Please join us for a hosted reception with the artists of this show tomorrow, Saturday, December 7th from 3-5 PM. 

"Pachamama" by Gretchen Butler
Occidental Community Choir** "Within Us All"
Dec 6,7,8,14 at OCA

Now in its 41st year, the consistently melodious Occidental Community Choir offers up a winter concert series entitled "Within Us All ". In the spirit of introspection and reflection that the winter season can summon, and featuring the original songs for which the choir is well loved, this concert series promises to deliver sweet and soulful harmonies, uplifting and funny themes, storytelling and poetry, and expertly rendered accompaniment that will engage and inspire us together in choral community. Directed by Andrew DelMonte.

Be sure to buy your tickets early, as our concerts do sell out!
Adults $15, Kids 12 and under Free. For tickets, click HERE.
**This is not an OCA-sponsored event, so ineligible for member benefits.

AT OCA: Friday, December 6th at 8 pm "Community First Night" $10
Saturday, December 7th at 8 pm; Sunday, December 8th at 3pm; Saturday, December 14th at 8 pm
Next Week and Beyond!
CANCELLED: Teresa Tudury and Friends!
We regret that due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has been cancelled.
Cosmic Americana Solstice Dance!
With Laughing Gravy & The Drifting Cowpokes
Saturday, December 21st at 7:30 pm

Celebrate the Winter Solstice and dance to the ‘Cosmic American' music of these two popular bands of Sonoma County super talents! Laughing Gravy features Doug Jayne, Allegra Broughton, Sam Page, Dan Ransford, Kirby Pierce, Sean Allen, Candy Girard and Kevin Russell performing the music of Gram Parsons.The Drifting Cowpokes are Rick Cutler, Tim Sarter, Candy Girard, Sean Allen and Kevin Russell, offering the music of Hank Williams. Plus Special Guests!!
Fine refreshments. Art Gallery open for viewing and gifts.
Celebrate the coming winter darkness and DANCE! to this rollicking collaboration of stellar Sonoma County musicians for the Solstice!

$15 Advance / $20 at the door
Words and Music: Laurie Lewis, Don Henry, Claudia Russell and Nina Gerber
Sunday, January 12th at 3 pm

Join us for a memorable afternoon performance of outstanding music as three award-winning songwriters trade songs in a Nashville-style song circle. Prepare to be moved as Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Don Henry, Grammy winner and bluegrass musician/educator Laurie Lewis, and singer/songwriter extraordinaire Claudia Russell perform some of their favorite tunes, accompanied by virtuoso guitarist Nina Gerber. You won't want to miss this unique sharing of talents in our intimate acoustic space!

$22 Advance / $25 at the door
Book Launch: Laughing in the Dark 
by Susan Swartz
Sunday, January 26th 2 - 4 pm

Laughing in the DarkSusan Swartz' first novel, revolves around three old friends who together tackle infidelity, the latest in California dying styles and the inevitable absurdities of aging. As the book’s subtitle says: Girlfriends are the Best Medicine.

A resident of Sebastopol and long-time columnist for the Press Democrat and other newspapers, Susan’s non-fiction includes Juicy Tomatoes: Plain Truths, Dumb Lies and Sisterly Advice After 50 and The Juicy Tomatoes Guide to Ripe Living After 50. 
 
Susan will be in conversation with her daughter/writer Samantha Rose to talk about her new novel. Book sales and signing, refreshments served, free admission.
Ongoing Classes
Gentle Yoga Occidental $15
Wednesdays 9 - 10:15 am and
Fridays 3 - 4:15 pm

Experience the skilled and nurturing teachings of Gail Saunders, CYT of Smiling Tree Yoga in OCA’s classroom; ongoing. Drop-ins welcomed. Mats and equipment provided.

This is a popular offering! Please contact Gail directly at gail@smilingtreeyoga.com.
Reader's Theatre Group
2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 7 - 9 PM Free

Interested? We meet 7 - 9 pm, 2nd & 4th Tuesdays at 3820 Doris Murphy Court. Come check out the diverse, creative selections this talented group chooses to read– short plays, essays, poems, short stories, original works, even T-shirts! For more information, email Joan Ambrosini joanjustjoan@hotmail.com
Drop-in Figure Drawing Class
Thursdays 7:00 - 9:30 pm $15
3820 Doris Murphy Court (Art Classroom)

Bring your own drawing or watercolor materials. 
All experience and skill levels welcome.
Live models, 5-20 minute poses. 
For more information, contact Andy Rangel at arangel@sonic.net


Donate your Car, Boat or RV to Support OCA!
Call 855-500-7433 or visit the CARS website. They will make an appointment to pick up your unwanted car, boat or RV and recycle it. Proceeds benefit the Occidental Center for the Arts, and you get a tax write-off. It’s simple, fast, and easy!

Work Days at OCA:
Be a part of the building of the new lobby for your local Arts Center! For more information, contact Chris Riebli at  cribeye@comcast.net or 707-321-8826.
Visit our website to learn more about us!

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