Aug & Sept Member Events

Aug & Sept

Member Events

Thur, Sept 5, 5-6:30pm

The Black Tongued Bells

3rd Annual SPARC "End of Summer Concert Celebration"

The South Pasadena Arts Council (SPARC)

in partnership with the South Pasadena Public Library and Friends of the South Pasadena Public Library presents: The Black Tongued Bells, "American Swamp Music" on the lawn in Library Park at 1115 El Centro.

The free concert will feature the Singular "American Swamp Music" stylists The Black Tongued Bells performing their Electrified Roots Rock 'n Roll Show for which they plug-in and are joined by gospel singers and, on occasion, special guest artists. Their brand of roots music has proven to be a great fit with Blues, Rock, Americana and Country acts. "American Swamp Music" goes well with them all. The Black Tongued Bells are: Anthony Cook, D. Miner, Louis Cox, Mary Stuart, Ray Herron.

LA County Arts Commission This concert is supported in part by The South Pasadena Arts Council (SPARC), The South Pasadena Public Library, Friends of the South Pasadena Library, Los Angeles County Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich, and the Los Angeles County Arts Commission.

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Sept 15, 7-9pm

SPARC Lab

Introducing SPARC Lab!

"The Creative Life" - a discussion with South Pasadena Artists

The Creative Life will look at the artists' process. Engage in a dialogue/conversation about inspiration, growth and development, what defines success, what strategies are employed to attain artistic goals, what are the challenges faced and how they find balance.

A new project of bi-monthly series of insightful and interactive programs exploring the many sides of the arts. Set in a fun and casual environment, SPARC Lab brings together those who are part of or interested in the arts to provide inspiration, insight, networking, and professional development opportunities. Gatherings will feature speakers and panel discussions, artist open studios, and the celebration of South Pasadena's and the region's prolific cultural community.

Look for more information about dates, locations, and program content in SPARC's e-Newsletters!

Sun, Aug 11 @ 2pm - ONE MATINEE ONLY!

Singing Outside the Box

Starring R. Christofer Sands

Every LAST Sunday of the Month at FCT

Detour Improv Comedy

Aug 25, Sept 29 & Oct 27

Comedy for the whole family!

The laughs, just keep on rolling, with some exciting improv classics that will have you rolling in the aisles.

Don't miss a show! Tickets are $10 at the door OR $7 if you buy online.

Tix & info visit Detour Improv tickets here or call (877)MTC-8777.

Sat. Aug 17, 7-8pm & Sun. Aug 18, Noon-4pm

Triptych Fusion: When Works Collide

Rebecca Tager Studio

1134 Oxley St., South Pasadena

Featuring Artists: Rebecca Tager, Barb Skoog, and Brooke Anderson

Three independent artists come together in an exploration of each other's mediums in this first-ever show combining ceramic, marbling, and fiber arts in Southern California. Collaborating in pairs and as a group, they challenge the current expectations of their art forms and along the way create new visions for themselves and their work.

For more information: www.TriptychFusion.com

On Display Until Aug 11

Michael Childs'

Walking Table #3

Orange County Fair

"Walking Table #3" appears to be in constant motion! The original design garnered first prize in woodworking at the 2008 California State Fair. Like the original, it has a curly maple top, framed with Padouk, a West African wood from sustainable forests, and legs of the same. Its offspring, "Walking Together," recently sold at the Roy Helms Contemporary Craft Market in San Francisco.

These and other creations can be viewed at: www.michaelchilds.com

under "woodworking-original designs."

1506 Mission Street, South Pasadena

Hours: Tues.-Fri,12-6 pm,

Sat.12-5 pm

or by appointment.

Summer Arts Camp

Two Weeks Left!

Aug 5-9 & Aug 12-16

For Ages 6-11
Hours: Mon-Fri, 9- 3:00pm
Morning Art Workshops with professional teaching artists, play time in Garfield Park, afternoon Open Studio and walking field trips and guest artists.

Fee: $350/week (10% sibling discount)

Teen Workshops

For Ages 12 and up

Hours: Mon-Fri 1-4pm

Fee: $225/week

Aug 5-9

Photography with Sarah Shreves

Explore what it really means to be a photographic artist and how to find your unique voice among the saturated social media world. From all the mechanics of how your camera works to the elements that make up a powerful photo we'll journey together and learn how to see the world, its people and places around us in a new light. Please bring whatever digital camera you might have!

Aug 15-19

Cake Sculptures

with Ana Rodriquez

An introductory course in sculpture with a twist - students will create cake sculptures with a variety of mediums including boxes, foam, paper plates, card board, molding paste, cake piping utensils, acrylic paint, and a variety of decorative elements like lace, trim, buttons, and fake fruit, and molding paste. You will create design ideas by drawing and model making, looking at related art works, and material and construction demonstrations.

SPACE is becoming a non-profit organization so we can continue to provide a space for the Arts in your neighborhood; so that family members, friends, and neighbors of South Pasadena and the surrounding communities will have a welcoming and stimulating environment in which to meet, share, create, and enjoy.

Become a member of SPACE and join us in our efforts! Click here to join!

Click here for more information on classes or call 626-441-4788.

Upcoming South Pasadena Library Event

Aug 22, 7pm

Author Night with Steve Hodel

Steve Hodel, author the 2012 blockbuster "Black Dahlia Avenger II," will return for an encore Author Night appearance. In 2008 and 2011, Hodel made gripping appearances in the venue on his first two "Black Dahlia" books before full-house audiences. He revealed a wealth of convincing evidence pinpointing his father, Dr. George Hodel, as 1947's "Black Dahlia" murderer, the perpetrator of the most infamous crime in Los Angeles history.

"Black Dahlia Avenger II" establishes the original Black Dahlia crime scene at the Hodel family's historic Franklin residence in Hollywood where Hodel grew up. It also links evidence from the home to articles left in the vacant lot where Elizabeth Short, the "Black Dahlia" victim, was discovered.

The event will also feature Hodel's new short film and PowerPoint. The program will conclude with an interactive Q&A with the audience.

Aug 29, 7pm

Author Night with Actress Marjorie Lord

Marjorie Lord, the Golden Age actress most known for her role as Kathy "Clancy" Williams alongside Danny Thomas on the "Make Room for Daddy" television series, will make a special Library Author Night appearance. She will be discussing her memoir "A Dance and a Hug." Her films include "Sherlock Holmes in Washington" with Basil Rathbone and "Johnny Come Lately" with James Cagney. A classic episode of "Make Room for Daddy" will be screened. A Q & A with the actress will follow.

Sept 19, 7pm

Author Night Celebrating Bob Peak

An Author Night celebrating Bob Peak, the iconic commercial and fine artist, will feature a presentation by his son, Tom Peak, whose new comprehensive coffee table book, "The Art of Bob Peak," covers the legendary 40-year career which earned Bob Peak the title "Father of the Modern Hollywood Movie Poster." The event will also feature an exhibit of artwork and a PowerPoint retrospective of an extraordinary 40-year career during which Bob Peak set the standard and rewrote the rules of illustration artistry time after time.

During his remarkable 40-year run, Bob Peak created the instantly recognizable posters for "West Side Story," "My Fair Lady," "Camelot," "Apocalypse Now," and the first five "Star Trek" films. He was also one of the most prolific illustrators of the 20th Century, painting and drawing artwork for hundreds of eye-catching magazine advertisements, fashion spreads, "Sports Illustrated" articles, and "TV Guide" profiles. Bob Peak is also responsible for 45 "Time" magazine covers.

All events will be held in the Library Community Room at 1115 El Centro Street. No tickets or reservations are necessary. Refreshments will be served and autographed books will be available for purchase at the conclusion of these event. Doors open at 6:30pm.

The Friends of the South Pasadena Public Library present

Sunday, September 15, 4pm

The Thies Consort

The Great Chamber Sonatas of Prokofiev

Bogl�rka Kiss - flute, Elizabeth Hedman - violin, Isabelle Senger - violin, John Walz - cello, Robert Edward Thies - piano.

Classical concerts at the South Pasadena Public Library's Community Room - 1115 El Centro St., So. Pasadena. $18 at the door.

For information: 626-799-6333.

Are you a SPARC member with an event occurring in October or November? To be included in the next SPARC member event email blast, please send a short description and picture or graphics by September 25th, to sharonfrayer@hotmail.com.

About Us : SPARC is open to artists, actors, musicians, playwrights, directors, producers, set designers, costume designers, dancers, singers, storytellers, writers, art lovers, art patrons and all others who would like to help the arts survive and thrive in South Pasadena.

SPARC provides interactive art projects, visual, literary and performing arts programs, and collaborations with local businesses, the South Pasadena Unified School District and community organizations. SPARC advocates for and promotes the arts in order to recognize local artists as a rich resource within our city and build appreciation and understanding of the value of the arts within the community.

The South Pasadena Arts Council believes that the arts enrich our lives and are vital to the social, educational and economic wellbeing of South Pasadena.

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SPARC is a project of the Pasadena Arts Council's

EMERGE Fiscal Sponsorship Program.