Archive for the ‘Arts & Entertainment’ Category

See The Curtis Family C-Notes at Yoshi’s Mother’s Day night Sunday, May 14

Friday, May 5th, 2023

The San Francisco/Bay Area First Family of Song

Where music is more than just a family affair

Of America’s Got Talent and JCPenney TV commercial fame!

DOORS OPEN: 6:30PM   SHOW: 7:00PM

Tickets: $35 General Admission. $69 Premier Seating & Early Entry at 6:00 p.m. – available at THE CURTIS FAMILY C-NOTES – 2023-05-14 – – Yoshi’s – Oakland CA (yoshis.com)

As seen on TV, television commercials and shows like, America’s Got Talent, known to the world as The Curtis Family C-notes, a family band, where music is more than just a family affair, it’s a way of life, with the mother, father, and their five children (Mama C, Papa C, Zahara, Nile, Isis, Kiki and Phoenix). Papa C aka Maestro Curtis, a seasoned veteran in the music industry has produced and performed with icons like Maurice White (Earth, Wind and Fire), played with the Count Basie and Duke Ellington orchestra, to name a few. His wife, Nola Curtis aka Mama C, a seasoned performer in her own right, has made her mark as a vocalist and professional figure skater. Along with their five children have become known as a multitalented gifted band of seven.

The family recently released their debut album, “Awaken”, that was submitted in the first round of voting to the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (NARAS) by Grammy music director, Larry Batiste, for consideration for Best R&B album of the year. The San Francisco Standard sponsored their CD release party, where Mayor London Breed, community leaders, music industry legends like Lenny Williams of Tower of Power and others were in attendance, in fact, the Mayor MC’ed the introduction of the family that night.

Source: YouTube video screenshot

The Curtis Family members are committed community activists who focus on helping seniors, youth and the homeless. The Family has performed for the Golden State Warriors, the San Francisco Giants, America’s Got Talent and for political leaders and dignitaries from around the world. The Curtis Family has the distinction of being dubbed “The San Francisco/Bay Area First Family of Song”. The band was sought out by one of the biggest retail giants in the country, JCPenney, to make a 2021 Christmas Holiday commercial which aired for weeks, both nationally and internationally singing “Joy, Comfort and Peace”. At present the family is being vetted for their own television sitcom by major network and film producers. (See video slide show of some of their work)

Maestro Curtis PhD, and his wife Nola are proud faculty members of the San Francisco Community Music Center where all 5 of their children are also students; they all take pride in being a part of an institution that ensures high quality music education that is accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, regardless of financial means. (www.sfcmc.org mission statement excerpt)

For more information on this family and its members: www.thecurtisfamilycnotes.com

Yoshi’s is located at 510 Embarcadero West in Oakland. For more information visit www.yoshis.com or call (510) 238-9200

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Enjoy Sunday Sessions and Friday Night Live at Smith’s Landing Seafood Grill in Antioch

Tuesday, May 2nd, 2023

Contra Costa Chamber Orchestra to perform Brits & Brahms at El Campanil Theatre April 15

Tuesday, April 11th, 2023

The Contra Costa Chamber Orchestra will perform Brits & Brahms on Saturday, April 15 at 2 pm at the historic El Campanil Theatre in Antioch’s Rivertown. The concert offers a timely message of hope through a captivating three-part musical experience. The orchestra will perform spectacular pieces that explore humanity’s astounding ability to thrive despite hard times.

Tickets can be purchased at ElCampanilTheatre.com or at the door (Adults $20, Seniors $15, Students $7).

The theater is located at 602 W. 2nd Street.

Club Nite at Monica’s Riverview tonight Friday, March 31

Friday, March 31st, 2023

Here’s this weekend’s lineup at Monica’s Riverview! We have CLUB NITE @monicas_afterhours tonight, plus live music Saturday and Sunday!

Friday 3/31 from 11pm-2am: Club Nite with DJ Jay Eazy & DJ Rekn Ron

Saturday 4/1 from 7-10pm: DJ Rekn-Ron

Sunday Brunch 4/2 from 11am-3pm: Eric Prosch

Sunday Afternoon 4/2 from 3-7pm: DJ Jay Eazy

Check out the events on our website 👉 www.visitmonicas.com

NOVA band at Smith’s Landing for Friday Night Live tonight March 31st

Friday, March 31st, 2023

See more at Events – Smiths Landing Seafood Grill (smithslandingantioch.com).

Contra Costa County surveys community for Arts & Culture Strategic Plan

Wednesday, March 29th, 2023

El Condado de Contra Costa Examina a la Comunidad para Planificación de las Artes y la Cultura

By Kristi Jourdan, Office of Communications & Media

What is the future of Contra Costa County’s arts and cultural landscape? As part of the County’s efforts to develop an Arts & Culture Strategic Plan, a survey will be available to residents during the month of April to gather community feedback.

The County has contracted with Arts Orange County as Project Manager to lead the arts and culture planning process. The goal is to guide an arts and cultural planning effort through an inclusive community engagement process that recognizes and respects the geographic and demographic diversity of the County. The process also includes an inventory of the County’s arts and cultural assets, including organizations, venues, and public art.

The survey will be open until April 30, 2023. To participate, visit www.surveymonkey.com/r/NSMSL2B

A Spanish language version of the survey is available at www.surveymonkey.com/r/YJHCQDH

¿Cuál es el futuro del panorama artístico y cultural del Condado de Contra Costa? Como parte de los esfuerzos del Condado para desarrollar un Plan Estratégico de Arte y Cultura, una encuesta estará disponible para los residentes durante el mes de Abril para recopilar comentarios de la comunidad.

El Condado ha contratado a Arts Orange County como Gerente de Proyecto para dirigir el proceso de planificación de las artes y la cultura. El objetivo es guiar un esfuerzo de planificación artística y cultural a través de un proceso inclusivo de participación comunitaria que reconozca y respete la diversidad geográfica y demográfica del Condado. El proceso también incluyeun inventario de los bienes artísticos y culturales del Condado, incluidas organizaciones, lugares y arte público.

La encuesta estará abierta hasta el 30 de Abril de 2023. Para participar, visite www.surveymonkey.com/r/NSMSL2B Una versión en Español de la encuesta está disponible en www.surveymonkey.com/r/YJHCQDH

 

 

Antioch Council of Teens presents Free Teen Movie Night at Maya Cinemas Tuesday, March 21

Monday, March 20th, 2023

Drop the Mic Youth Talent Showcase in Antioch tonight, March 17

Friday, March 17th, 2023

Calling ALL Youth 12-18yrs old!! Join US For a Night of Clean Safe FUN!! Showcase Your Talent and Compete for CASH Prizes. Can you Sing, Dance, Rap or Flow in Spoken Word? Register today and share your gifts on stage to win CASH Prizes. No profanity or violence allowed. Come out for a FREE night of Food, Fun and Music prepared with Youth in mind!

Register today and receive information on submitting a sample of your talent to be included. Share this with friends & invite them to DROP The Mic!!! See you there!

Free for the public to attend. Located at Genesis Church 1800 Woodland Drive in Antioch.

To register or reserve your spot visit Drop The MIC Youth Showcase Tickets, Fri, Mar 17, 2023 at 6:30 PM | Eventbrite