Comedy shows are a chance to laugh until your cheekbones hurt, but they also can be an opportunity for self-reflection. As the bio for comedian Mike E. Winfield states, “Winfield in minutes will describe what has happened in your life that very day. Many often leave his live show saying, ‘Does he live with us?’” […]
Famous R&B acts, tribute bands among featured music at Solano County Fair
The Solano County Fair will return on Wednesday, and it is bringing five days of musical entertainment with it. Headliners on the PG&E Galaxy Stage Wednesday, Aug. 2: The first headliner will be Gospel Rocks Solano. Featuring the talents of Christian minister and recording artist Vicki Yohe and Geoffrey Golden who won on the seventh […]
VOENA to head to Carnegie Hall in spring
Fundraiser concert to be held in October There is a famous joke involving a pedestrian on 57th Street in New York City who sees a musician exiting a cab. He asks the artist “How do you get to Carnegie Hall?” The musician’s response? “Practice, practice, practice.” For as much as this joke has been told, […]
L.A. singer/songwriter Rees Finley to bring musical variety to Vallejo venue
What can audiences expect when Rees Finley comes to The Hub in Vallejo for a concert Friday? According to the Los Angeles-based singer songwriter, just about anything. Finley has dabbled in every genre from ‘80s synthpop to Motown-inspired retro funk to intricate folk to witty modern alternative rock in the vein of Death Cab for […]
Valero one of 50 national companies recognized for community service
For the fourth consecutive time, Valero Energy Corporation— which has a refinery in Benicia— was recognized by Points of Light as one of the most community-focused companies in America as part of its Civic 50 list. The Civic 50 honors corporations throughout the country that have created a culture of community engagement. The winners were […]
Benicia’s water history on display in collaborative Arts Benicia, museum exhibit
Benicia loves its history. Benicia also loves its arts. At last, these two items have come together for a collaborative exhibition by Arts Benicia and the Benicia Historical Museum titled “Drop By Drop: A Brief History of Benicia Water Through the Eyes of its Artists,” which opens Wednesday at the museum. Coming just off the […]
County launches one-stop website for senior services, information
Life for senior citizens in Solano County just became a lot easier. Yesterday, the county’s Department of Health and Social Services launched the website SolanoCares4Seniors.org, a one-stop tool aimed at seniors, their families, caregivers and service providers. The launch was delivered at a special event at the Solano County Events Center in Fairfield, which was […]
Ancient ceramic creation method gets fired up again at Gallery 621
Daniel Klapprott specializes in ceramics but not in the way you may think. The Lafayette native and Gallery 621 member artist does not rely on traditional glazes and instead uses fire and other natural materials to create pottery. This method, known as pit firing, dates back thousands of years and is the subject of Klapprott’s […]
Benicia business brings classic characters to life– and backyards
For the Benicia-based entertainment company My Once Upon a Time, fantasy is reality. Characters who have long been relegated to fiction will come alive through their work. My Once Upon a Time specializes in bringing together actors to portray beloved characters for events like birthday parties, weddings, baby showers, baptisms, charity events and more. These […]
3 guitarists to bring distinct acoustic stylings for St. Paul’s concert
The halls of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church will be filled with the sounds of three incredible acoustic guitarists for an intimate concert benefiting a good cause. Chris Yeaton, Antonio Calogero and Adam Werner will bring their distinctive styles to the historic church Saturday, July 22 with a portion of proceeds benefiting the St. Paul’s Community […]