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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
“Lift Every Voice” at the
Trinity Episcopal Church
Sade will be joined on tour by fellow Grammy winner John Legend. Sade’s classic sound set to haunting, unmistakable vocals creates the most intimate of concert experiences in a way that only an
unforgettable Sade performance can. Known for their one of a kind
timeless sound, Sade has enjoyed phenomenal success both internationally and stateside throughout the span of their twenty-seven
year career. John Legend is a nine-time Grammy Award winner.
His most recent work with the Roots on WAKE UP! won awards
for Best R&B Album, Best R&B Song (“Shine”) and Best Traditional R&B Vocal Performance (“Hang On In There”). They will be
at the Staples Center on August 20 and 21 and the Honda Center on
August 31 and 31. For more information, visit www.staplescenter.
com or www.hondacenter.com.
Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club featuring
Omara Portuondo at the Hollywood Bowl
Open Hands at the Gardens of the World
Wednesday, August 24 at 8 p.m.
at 2301 North Highland Avenue, in Hollywood
This special Cuban-themed evening of scorching rhythms and infectious improvisations includes projections of photos depicting
historic and present day Cuba. Also performing are Arturo Sandoval & the LA All Star Big Band, and Ninety Miles Featuring Stefon
Harris, David Sanchez, Christian Scott. For more information, call
(323) 850-2000 or visit www.hollywoodbowl.com.
Saturday, August 20 at 3:30 p.m.
at 1500 State Street, in Santa Barbara
Friends of the Gospel Broadcasters of Santa Barbara would like
to invite you to attend its first benefit concert of traditional gospel
music. The evening is sure to be a roof raising, hallelujah good
time with offerings from The Children of God Norwood Singers
of Rochester, NY, The Divine Voices of Psalms of Los Angeles,
Santa Barbara’s own Inner Light Community Gospel Choir, and
none other than Oxnard’s own Pastor Willie Chester of St. Matthew
Outreach C.O.G.I.C. with The Mighty Supreme Nightengales (pictured), whom have shared the stage with the best of the best in Gospel music. Tickets are available for purchase at Make It Wireless
located at 401 Milpas Street in Santa Barbara, or by calling Deacon
Conrad Nolan at 805-837-9013. To purchase tickets in the Ventura/
Oxnard areas, please call Pastor Willie Chester at 805-822-4104.
Acadiana at the Channel Islands Harbor
DMS at the Granada Theatre
Sunday, August 21 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
at 2001 Thousand Oaks Blvd., in Thousand Oaks
Four world-renowned musicians have come together to form the
group “Open Hands.” These refined performers are Abraham Laboriel, Justo Almario, Greg Mathieson, and Bill Maxwell. This instrumental jazz band combines native South American rhythms,
American jazz, along with rhythm and blues to create a unique and
sophisticated sound. There will be lawn seating. Please bring blankets or lawn chairs for your comfort. Parking available on Thousand
Oaks Blvd. or may be available at the Civic Arts Plaza (fee may apply). Please remember, no smoking, glass or pets. For more information, call (805) 557-1135 or visit www.gardensoftheworld.info.
To have your event listed in the Community Calendar, please fax to
(805) 983-0018 or email [email protected]. Deadline for submission is Friday by 5 p.m.
Saturday, August 20 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
at Peninsula Park, 3401 Peninsula Road, in Oxnard
Acadiana blends its original songs and style with traditional and
contemporary cajun/zydeco music. Popular throughout California and led by band leader Teresa Russell, Acadiana has been invited back year after year to major venues entertaining audiences
with their playful spirit and infectious dance grooves and an occasional Mardi Gras style parade. The concert is part of Concerts
by the Sea series. For more information, visit www.channelislandsharbor.org.
Hueneme Beach Festival at the
Hueneme Beach Park
Saturday, August 20 and Sunday, August 21
at 550 E. Surfside Dr., in Port Hueneme
Don’t miss the hottest beach party in Southern California! We invite you and your family to join us for laughs, fun in the sun, great
food and music that will have you out of your seat and dancing ‘til
your feet hurt. Performing are The Skinny Little Twits, Bella Donna, and Captain Cardiac and the Coronaries (pictured) on Saturday
and Forté, Sgt. Pepper and Soul City Survivors on Sunday. The
Festival will have an expanded children’s area with rides, games
and attractions for kids of all ages. The 3rd Annual Sand Sculpting
Contest will be held Sunday only, on the beach, east of the pier.
Visit www.huenemesand.com for all of the details. No experience
necessary to enter. Festival hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on both
days. For more information, call (805) 986-6590 or visit www.
huenemebeachfest.org.
Sade at the Staples Center and
Honda Center
Saturday, August 20 through Wednesday, August 31
at the Staples Center, 1111 S. Figueroa St., in Los Angeles
and the Honda Center, 2695 East Katella Ave., in Anaheim
Friday, August 26 at 8 p.m.
at 1214 State Street, in Santa Barbara
Keyboard wizard George Duke (pictured left), bass master Marcus
Miller (pictured right) and saxophone sorcerer David Sanborn –
multiple Grammy-winners all – are pooling their collective musical
excellence as DMS. Tickets are $25-$60. Price includes $3 facility fee. For more information, call (805) 899-2222 or visit www.
granadasb.org.