The Lompoc Concert Association wants you
The Lompoc Concert Association kicked its membership drive into high gear by announcing its 62nd concert season and a call for members.
The season starts Oct. 9 with Project, a flute, bass, and cello ensemble that balances the classics with elements of world music, jazz, and hip-hop.
Jan. 20, 2010, will feature tenor Daniel Rodriguez, who has performed at the Olympics, the PBS Memorial Day Concert, and Tournament of Roses Parade.
On March 26, 2010, the concert association presents pianist Rudolf Budginas, who debuted with the Lithuanian National Symphony at 9 years old. He trained at Moscow Conservatory, then rose to international fame performing solo concerts.
On April 24, 2010, hear Intersection, a violin, cello, and piano trio that plays music from Brahms to Gypsy tunes.
All concerts are held at 7:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 925 North F St., in Lompoc.
Adult memberships for the concert series cost $50, students get in for $25, and the family plan is $110 per family. For more information, visit lompocconcert.org or call Jan Keller at 735-1408 or Jean Jacoby at 736-8713. In the Santa Ynez Valley, call Anabelle Dalberg at 688-4687.
Dust off that green thumb
Gardeners—or anyone interested in learning about starting a garden—can bring their tools to Elwin Mussell Senior Center, 510 E. Park Ave., from 9 to 11 a.m. on April 4 for a gardening workshop featuring local gardeners.
The topic will be “Victory Gardens.” Attendees will learn about preparing soil using compost and other ways to ensure a good harvest. Victory gardens were popular during the World War II era as a way to help families during war-year shortages. The concept has seen a resurgence in these difficult economic times.
Santa Maria implemented a Yard Materials Recycling Pilot Program the first week in February. Compost from this program will be available at the workshop, which is sponsored by the Santa Maria Utilities and Recreation and Parks departments, in association with Harvest Blend Compost. There’s no fee to attend, and guests will get a sample of compost (bring your own container) and seedlings.
To sign up for this workshop or for more information regarding water conservation and recycling, contact the utilities department at 925-0951, Ext. 7270.
Arts Briefs is compiled by Shelly Cone. Information should be sent to the Sun via fax, e-mail, or mail.
This article appears in Mar 26 – Apr 2, 2009.