Antioch’s Lenard The KYD Jackson to perform

What: Eastwind Entertainment & Ernest East Presents Comedy Night. Ernest East is and Eastwind Entertainment is passionate about bringing you the best possible experience at his events. This is the place to be if you want to get your laugh on. Right here in your own backyard without having to drive into San Francisco, Oakland, or Pleasanton. Outstanding comedy in a safe and comfortable atmosphere. Come out have some food, something to drink and experience Comedy Night.

Who: Headliner JJ Williamson from Atlanta one of the funniest in the business, is the winner of the 2000 Bay Area Black Comedy Competition, with television appearances on Showtime at the Apollo and Comedy Central. He also appeared in the movie Johnson Family Reunion. Featuring is Detroit native Tommy Chunn brings his charismatic personality, high energy act coupled with animated facial expressions, physical contortions and masterful use of wordplay and spot on impressions. He appeared on Russell Simmons Def Comedy Jam and the movies “I Got the Hook Up” and “Players Club”. Special guest T’kia one of the funniest female comedians to ever come out of the Bay Area filmed her television debut in the upcoming “Crackin Up”. Also on the lineup is the multi-talented Lenard The KYD Jackson aka Know Your Destiny. KYD will be touring with the hip hop musical play “My Block” as the lead role and also is the host of “Crackin Up”. You can catch him at the 2015 35^th Annual Comedy Day at Golden Gate Park. Vocalist Tye Austin brings her sultry sounds to add just the right touch to the show. All this hosted by Bay Area legend Daniel Dugar who has appearances on Russell Simmons Def Comedy Jam, Showtime at the Apollo and BET’s ComicView. Dugar not only tours but books comedians to entertain the troops overseas. Music by DJ Oasis.

When: Friday, September 18, 2015. Doors open at 8pm, Showtime 9pm.

Cost: $20 in advance, $25 at the door.

Where: Mehran Restaurant, 3841 Railroad Ave., Pittsburg. Advanced tickets can be purchased at Executive Cuts, 9 West 20th St Antioch (925) 777-9347 or www.brownpapertickets.com for more info contact (510) 435-7206.

Sponsored by Amazing You Boutique and Executive Cuts in Association with Rick Sullivan.

Abstract Design by DD Chabot

Crane by MJ Coleman

The 3rd Annual Nature’s Canvas Exhibit begins September 26th with a free artist reception from 2-4 PM and continues through October 10th on Wednesdays and Saturdays, from 1-4 PM. Artists living in and around the Delta, with the many hills and valleys, along with East Bay Regional Park properties, have an abundance of opportunities to capture nature and all its wonders in many art forms. The Nature’s Canvas Exhibit, will feature nature, in all mediums, the artworks of 30+ artists. The work must focus on nature, however the work is not juried; it is left up to the artist to determine what nature means to them.

Participating artists are: Art Garcia, Adele Boyer, Al Kidwell, Annette Seabury, Beverly C. Turner, Beverly Knight, Beverly Prather, Dan Mcreaken, DD Chabot, Denise Okeson-Messner, Dianne Curtain, Easy Gonzales, Fred Hoskins, FROgard, Gloria Cannon, Helena Alleman, Janice Dilbeck, Jeff Strawther, Jerome Gibson, Joel Summerhill, Julia Offord, Julia Starr, Ken Tomlin, Kenneth Lui, Linda Fead, Matt Martin, Michael Pohl, Michele Brady, Michele Eakin, MJ Coleman, Patricia Theis, Robin Mayoff, and Yasuko Seavey.

The Lynn House Gallery is located at 809 West 1st Street, Antioch CA 94509. Operating hours are 1-4 PM during exhibits and admission is always free.

Pied Piper of Hamelin
Presented by El Campanil Children’s Theatre
Friday, September 18 7:30 pm
Sunday, September 20 2:00 pm

Tickets: Adults: $12

Seniors (62 & Over): $10

Youth (Under 18): $8

GENERAL SEATING

http://www.elcampaniltheatre.com/pied-piper-of-hamelin.html

http://www.elcampaniltheatre.com/childrens-theatre.html

Contra Costa Chamber Orchestra – Around The World in Eighty Minutes
Saturday, September 19 2:00 pm

Adults: $15

Seniors (62 & Over): $12

Students: $7

http://www.elcampaniltheatre.com/contra-costa-chamber-orchestra.html

Flamingo Court
Presented by The Vagabond Players
Sunday September 27 2:00 pm

Tickets: Adults: $15

Seniors (62 & Over): $13

Youth (Under 18): $10

GENERAL SEATING

by Luigi Creatore

This two-part “slice of life” takes place in two condos of an apartment complex, where many retirees live. The comedy will have audiences laughing at the truth they see in what might be their own neighbors—only zanier. Promises uproarious laughter and great entertainment. A must-see theatrical event for audiences of all ages.

http://www.elcampaniltheatre.com/flamingo-court.html

For tickets and more information visit www.elcampaniltheatre.com or call (925) 757-9500.

By Danny Grace

The Arts & Cultural Foundation of Antioch (ACFA) continues their partnership with Antioch’s Umpqua Bank and features six artists in the upcoming exhibit. The bank is a perfect venue for local artists to showcase their work, which changes every two months. The featured artists are: Constance Chevalier, Dan McReaken, Danny Grace, Debbie Armes, Dianne Curtain and Rosalinda Grejsen.

Umpqua Bank is located at 3700 Lone Tree Way and is open Monday-Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM, excluding bank holidays.

ACFA is currently seeking artists for the ongoing exhibit. The Umpqua exhibit changes every two months. If you are interested in participating, please email Diane@Art4Antioch.org or call Diane Gibson-Gray at (925) 325-9897.

For more information visit www.art4antioch.org or call Diane Gibson-Gray at (925) 325-9897.

Sponsored in part by the Antioch Herald. For details visit www.DeltaBluesFestival.com.

Toree McGee & Rodeo House

The final concert of the 2015 Free Antioch Summer series will feature Toree McGee & Rodeo House, tonight in Waldie Plaza in historic downtown Rivertown from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

The band will perform country western music, including Toree’s new single, Amen.

Sponsored in part by the Antioch Herald, the series is presented by the Arts & Cultural Foundation of Antioch.

Be sure to bring your own lawn chairs or blanket to sit on and enjoy the music. You can also pick up dinner from downtown restaurants including La Fiesta Fresh Mexican Food restaurant, the New Beer Garden, Nuce Nuce Deli, Canton City on G Street and Riverview Lodge.

Art by (from left) Alexa Espinoza, Laurence Harding, Kenny Lane and other artists will be on display at the Lynn House Gallery.

Meet the Artists at a Reception on Thursday, August 27

A group of talented adults with developmental disabilities will showcase their art at the Lynn House Gallery, located in downtown Antioch. P.A.I.N.T. (Promoting Arts, Individuals, & Natural Talents) is a multi-faceted fine arts program designed to serve individuals showing talent, interest or motivation in the art. The program is a division of Community Integrated Support Services, a Non-Profit Agency Serving Contra Costa County Adults With Intellectual Disabilities Since 2002. You may meet the artists at a reception August 27th, 4:30 – 6:30 PM and view the exhibit on August 29^th and September 1^st.

The Lynn House Gallery is located at 809 West 1st Street in downtown Antioch (across the street from AMTRAK) and is open from 1-4 PM on Wednesdays and Saturdays during exhibits. For more information email Diane@Art4Antioch.org or call Diane Gibson-Gray at (925) 325-9897.

Participating Artists: Omar Arciniega, Gage Burns, George Browning, Alexa Espinoza, Brandon Espinoza, Samantha Giannini, Laurence Harding,Casey Hyland, Kenny Lane, Jessicah Leavenworth, Ghesal Maiwand, Dillon Pettit, Kevin Randolph and Daniel Yoshino.

By Allen Payton

Deer Valley High Class of 2013 graduate Derek King started out singing rap, but switched to rhythm and blues, and it seems to be a fit. He got signed with his first label when he was 16 and is now with a large label, 300 Entertainment.

Now 19, Derek just finished touring with Kalin & Myles, a very popular Bay Area duet. The “Dedication Tour” lasted two months, and included stops in Florida and Chicago.

He also traveled to Great Britain, last year, on a tour with singer Sage The Gemini.

Derek was born in Walnut Creek and raised in Antioch, where he lives with his parents, Eric and Dietra King. He used to work as a waiter at his family’s restaurant, Dad’s BBQ in Pittsburg. But, now he’s working on a new EP (electronic play album) and some new videos, as well.

Derek responded to a brief Q&A session:

Q. How did you get into making music?

A. Music started off as a hobby for me. But, as I started playing with it and getting more serious with it, I started to really enjoying making music. It’s just a great feeling for me to listen to harmonies and how stuff comes together.

Q. What is your favorite part about making music?

A. My favorite part about making music is having people listen to your music and getting their reaction on things and how it made them feel and how they like it. So, basically I love when my music can make someone happy. That’s my favorite part of music.

Q. What are your plans for the future?

A. My plan for the future is to stay consistent and stay focused and to master my craft in music and maybe help others get to where they want to be and help them understand what I know in this music business.

“Jump” was his first single and came out in 2014. His “Fake ID” mix tape of 12 songs includes “Fake Love,” “What It Do,” “Came Here For” and “Teasin,” which also became a single. Both of his singles, which the label promotes, can now be heard on the radio, including Bay Area station KMEL.

“Prince Charming” is his latest single, which he dropped onto YouTube, this year.

When asked how he got into making music, Derek replied, “

He has several write-ups online, which you can see if you search his name.

A series of mentions about his songs can be seen on www.thisisrnb.com.

“One of our favorite new radio friendly records of the moment now has an accompanying video. Released just about a week ago, emerging teen singer Derek Kingteams up with fellow Bay Area rapper IAMSU! for the visual to their infectious new song ‘What It Do,’” reads one of their posts.

Another was written, last year, when Derek was chosen the Young California Pick of the Week on May 14, 2014. That can be viewed here: www.youngcalifornia.com/tag/derek-king/

To listen to his music and view his videos, go to www.youtube.com/user/DerekKingOnline. You can also follow him on Twitter @DerekKingOnline where he has over 63,000 followers.