’80s-inspired singer to perform dance/pop at The Sofia

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SACRAMENTO — Dreampop. Synth pop.

Torchpop. Shannon Curtis is an outside the box singer and songwriter whose music will search for your soul, find it and then make you feel like she wrote that song especially for you. Known for her intimate and strong connection with her live audiences, experience the peace and the power at a special performance April 22 at The Sofia. How will empathetic people survive the troubles of this time? How do we rescue our overburdened spirits from overlapping disasters such as rising fascism and climate collapse? And from where can we summon the power to heal ourselves, our communities and the planet?

These are the animating questions behind Curtis’ new album, “Good to Me” — her second collection of shimmering ‘80s-inspired synthpop in as many years.

Confronted in late 2021 with near-paralyzing anxiety brought about by the increasingly fraught state of the world, Curtis aimed her angst at her journal. Using tools she acquired in 12-step recovery, she set out on a quest for self-healing, with the intention of nurturing her personal sense of peace and agency in a world on fire.

The journal entries became ‘80s-inspired synthpop songs, influenced in equal measure by the textural angularity of Kate Bush, the stripped-back propulsion of Yazoo and the hopeful joy of OMD.

The result is a song journey that took Curtis through a practice of identifying failed coping mechanisms (“From the Inside Out”), coming to

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Kids’ Expo would not be possible without the generous support of the community. Local agencies and organizations provide sponsorships or purchase booth spaces that each offer a children’s hands-on activity which makes this event one of a kind. It’s the perfect opportunity for family-oriented agencies and businesses to share information about their offerings and resources all while spending a fun day interacting with families in the community.

Admission is free to the expo, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive in Placerville. For more information visit catalystcomm.org.

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The purpose of the festival is to encourage the growth of jazz education in area music programs. The festival’s participating groups receive written and recorded feedback from top jazz educators, as well as clinics with feedback creating an incredible learning environment. The participating schools are ranked and individual medals are awarded by the adjudicators at the clinic.

“I thoroughly believe that everyone has the capacity to participate in music-making and I hope the events at this festival inspire you to keep making music for the rest of your life,” said Kevin Bowlson, Ponderosa High School director of bands. “If you’ve never had the opportunity to get involved ... see what joys await you.” terms with radical acceptance (“Be With What Is”), learning to trust her inner truth (“The Silent Sea”) and reconnecting to her serenity and power (“I Am”) — even as the world continued to burn.

Doors open to the public at 8:30 a.m. and goes until the last note is played at 6 p.m. at Ponderosa High School, 3661 Ponderosa Road in Shingle Springs. Entry can be purchased in advance at goldcountryjazzfest.org or day of at the door.

Enjoy a day filled with live music as the community celebrates and showcases the student performers and their directors from across the greater Sacramento area. Between enjoying the sounds of the visiting jazz bands and combos enjoy snacks, breakfast and/or lunch from a fully stocked snack bar and vendor booths.

The concert begins at 8 p.m. at The Sofia, 2700 Capitol Ave. in Sacramento. For tickets and more information call (916) 443-5300 or visit bstreettheatre.org/music/shannon-curtis.

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Gold Bug Park & Mine in Placerville is open Saturdays and Sundays, weather permitting, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information visit goldbugpark.org.

The purpose of the Widowed Persons Club is to provide a support group for widowed men and women of all ages and provide a wide range of social activities through which they have an opportunity to make new friends and find a new direction in their lives. General meeting lunches are held at Cold Springs Country Club in Placerville for members and guests on the fourth Friday of each month at 11:30 a.m. A social time precedes each meeting. The cost is $18 and reservations are required. Regular breakfasts are held every Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. at Denny’s in Placerville. For those interested in joining or reservations don’t hesitate to get in touch with Glenda at (530) 295-8374 or Nancy at (530) 919-8276.

April 21

Sherwood Demonstration Garden is open again every Friday and Saturday for open garden days, 9 a.m. to noon. Take a leisurely stroll through all 16 themed gardens. Docents are on-site to assist with any questions regarding Sherwood Demonstration Garden or your personal garden. May be closed for inclement weather or poor air quality. Check the website before visiting: ucanr.edu/sites/EDC_ Master_Gardeners/Demonstration_Garden.

The Sierra Renaissance Society presents Book Bans and Other Library Issues by a panel from our local library, 1-3 p.m. at the Mother Lode Lions Hall, 4701 Missouri Flat Road. Admission is free for members; public invited to attend two meetings each year free. The Sierra Renaissance Society of El Dorado County is dedicated to lifelong learning and hosts presentations and workshops throughout the year. For more information visit srsedc.org.

The El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce and Bears By Your Side host at ribbon cutting, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the nonprofit’s space, 515 Main St., Suite 101, Placerville.

The Shingle Springs Community Center 4400 South Shingle Road, hosts a Bunko Fundraiser beginning at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy dinner, dessert and Bunko. Buy tickets online at shinglespringscommunitycenter.org or call (530) 672-7442.

Via Romano in Camino hosts musician Jessica Malone at a Passport kick-off party at 5:30 p.m. For more information call (530) 269-9463.

Hawkins Jazz & Contemporary Company presents “Snow” at the Jill Solberg Performing Arts Theater at Folsom High School. Dance performances are at 7 p.m. April 21 & 22. For tickets and more information visit hawkinsschool.com.

Live music at Red Hawk Resort + Casino continues with live music at the Stage Bar, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. See Flat Busted (dance) April 21; Sons of Rock (rock/classic rock) April 22; Mike Furlong Band (classic rock) April 28; and Maxx Cabello (blues/rock) April 29. Visit redhawkcasino.com for more details.

The MACC in Rancho Cordova presents a concert with Swing Collective, 6:30-8:30 p.m. For more information visit rcmacc.org.

April 22

The Cameron Park Community Services District hosts the Community Yard Sale, 8 a.m. to noon at the Cameron Park Community Center. Find an application at cameronpark.org.

The 38th annual Kids’ Expo takes place 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds in Placerville. Whether it be to sit behind the wheel of a fire truck, spin prize wheels or get their face painted, families and children participate in a wide variety of creative activities while learning about community services, educational programs, businesses and extra-curricular activities. The event is free. Passport to the Great Out There is a great way to experience El Dorado County’s familyowned wineries and enjoy food and wine tastings, reserve wines, and other surprises at participating wineries from Apple Hill to Fair Play. To be a part of the wine adventure purchase a one- or two-day passport at cellarpass.com/events/2023-passport-to-thegreat-out-there-9489.

Oakstone Winery in Somerset hosts Fair Play Market Days, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 22 & 23.

The El Dorado Hills Community Services District hosts April Pool’s Day, 1-3 p.m. Join the CSD Aquatics staff at the EDH Community Pool for a free day of swimming to jump start the season.

Mastroserio Winery in the Fair Play area hosts Jazz & Pizza. Enjoy live jazz with authentic Italian wood fired pizza paired with your favorite wine, noon to 4 p.m. To RSVP call or text (530) 417-4321.

Miraflores Winery in Placerville hosts the Winemaker’s Blending Fiesta April 22 & 23. Tickets include a blending experience, a 375 ml bottle of your own blend to take home and lunch. For tickets and more information visit mirafloreswinery.com.

Nothing could be better than a homemade Italian lasagna dinner and a fun romantic evening with the recorded music of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin, etc. Church of Our Saviour, 2969 Coloma St. in Placerville, offers dinner, 4-7 p.m. Takeout is available. Suggested donation $15. Parking is in back. Bring the family; children younger than 12 eat for free.

Folsom Lake Symphony presents The Rite of Spring concert with Alon Goldstein, 7:30 p.m. at Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom. For tickets and more information call (916) 608-6888 or visit HarrisCenter.net.

Third Eye Spiral Tool Tribute performs 8 p.m. to midnight at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit tickets.clubgreenroom.com.

The Take Me Out cornhole tournament and live music event will raise funds for youth baseball and performing arts education. The event will feature live music, food trucks and fun, 2-7:30 p.m. at Lakeside Church in Folsom. For tickets and more information visit FolsomFest.org. California Stage hosts a live reading of “A Yorkshire Tragedy,” 2 p.m. April 22 & 23 at at 1723 25th St. in Sacramento. For tickets and more information call (916) 600-9536 or visit calstage.org.

April 23

The Hands4Hope Youth Wellness Expo celebrates wellness with activities vendors and more for the entire family, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Serrano Village Green in El Dorado Hills.

Music On The Divide presents the 28th annual Young Musicians Concert, 3-4 p.m. at the Georgetown IOOF Hall on the corner of Main Street and Highway 193 in Georgetown. This concert is free and the public is encouraged to come out to support aspiring musicians. Folsom Concert Association presents The New York Tenors, 2 p.m. at Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom. For tickets and more information call (916) 608-6888 or visit HarrisCenter.net.

April 26

The Shingle Springs-Cameron Park Chamber of Commerce hosts a networking luncheon with El Dorado County Surveyor Brian Frazier speaking, 11:30 a.m. at Los Pinos, 3420 Palmer Drive in Cameron Park. No RSVP required.

April 27

Placerville FamilySearch Center, 3275 Cedar Ravine Road in Placerville, hosts Researching the British Isles at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Where can you look to find records from England and other countries of the British Isles? What resources are there that will help you get started and move forward in finding those ancestors? Class will discuss the basics and share ideas. For more information call (530) 621-1378.

The Shingle Springs-Cameron Park Chamber of Commerce hosts a ribbon cutting, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Pack & Print, 3300 Green Valley Road in Cameron Park. No RSVP required.

Ponderosa Stage Productions presents “The Bold, The Young, and the Murdered” at Ponderosa High School in Shingle Springs, April 27-29 and May 4-6. For more information visit pondodrama.com.

LET’S TALK Potluck Social Gathering

For Grandparents raising grandchildren this is your opportunity to meet and share life experiences, resources, coping and general fellowship of a very underserved community.