This month begins the transition from spring activities into summer possibilities with music playing the lead role. Whether heading to the Bear for a Boogie, entering the jazz age at the Ovation West fundraiser, or exploring summer music camp options for your children, the creative arts of Evergreen can be your guide.
Boogie at the Bear for Wild Aware, April 25
Boogie Benefits is bringing musical group The Jerseys to the stage at The Little Bear to help raise money for local nonprofit Wild Aware on Saturday, April 25. Originally a Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons cover band, The Jerseys has expanded their repertoire to perform tunes from the 60s, 70s and beyond featuring covers of The Beatles, The Beach Boys, and more contemporary groups, all with the goal of filling the dance floor. The Jerseys delivers inventive choreography and tight harmonies to create a fun experience for the audience.
The band plays from 7-10 pm, with doors opening at 6 pm. General admission is $30 in advance, $40 at the door. A limited number of VIP tickets feature perks including seating in the Bear’s private upstairs room with access to the deck overlooking downtown Evergreen, an exclusive bar and dedicated bartender, light appetizers, private restrooms, and the ability to watch the band perform on VIP screens. Ticketing for the VIP section is $60 in advance, $70 at the door. All tickets are available at boogieatthebarn.com
Proceeds from the Boogie at the Bear go to Wild Aware, an organization that encourages, supports and enhances the safe and rewarding coexistence of humans and wildlife.
ENN’s Evergreen Speaks! Presents Resilience1220’s Lindsey Breslin
On May 5 Evergreen Newcomers and Neighbors will continue its speaker’s series with a presentation on “Cultivating Resilience” given by Evergreen resident Lindsey Breslin, executive director of Resilience1220. Breslin’s talk will follow the TEDx format allowing time for audience questions and engagement. The event is free and open to the public and will take place on May 5 from 5:30-6:30 pm at Evergreen Christian Church, 27772 Iris Drive.
A licensed clinical social worker with a bachelor’s degree in psychology from St. Lawrence University and a master’s degree in social work from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Lindsey brings a breadth of knowledge to her leadership of a local nonprofit that provides free mental health counseling to teens.
Working in the nonprofit environment for 30 years, Lindsey has direct experience with suicide prevention, crisis response, and mental health services.
Ovation West’s May 9 Event Designed to Recreate a Bygone Era
Ovation West invites patrons to step out of the ordinary and into a world of mystery, glamour, and intrigue at Spotlight & Shadows: Mystery at Center Stage on May 9 from 6-10 pm. Set inside Evergreen’s historic theater beneath the warm glow of marquee lights and the hush of velvet curtains, guests will enter a time when jazz lingered in the air, secrets hid in plain sight, and stories were around every corner.
To embrace the spirit of the event, attendees are encouraged to wear their finest 1940s-inspired black and white attire for wandering through an immersive noir experience. Organizers promise smoky melodies, shadowy surprises, signature cocktails, and live entertainment that blurs the line between audience and stage.
While engaging in drama and decadence, guests will also be in attendance for a meaningful purpose. Proceeds from the evening support the performing arts under the Ovation West umbrella—the Evergreen Chorale, Ovation West Theatre Company, and Summer Musical Theater Camp. Funds will also benefit the maintenance of the historic Center Stage. Tickets for the fundraiser are $75 and include hors d’oeuvres, dessert, a drink and a commemorative glass. A four-pack of tickets comes with a $50 savings. Go to ovationwest.org for tickets and more information.
Evergreen Conservatory of Music Offers Abundant Summer Programming
From age-specific summer camps and free early childhood music classes to small group instruction in percussion and voice, the Evergreen Conservatory of Music has planned a spectrum of curriculum options sure to keep children of all ages engaged and entertained this summer.
A free program for babies up to 18 months old is the Conservatory’s Foundations early childhood class to which caregivers are invited. This offering, taught by Conservatory founder Elena Keil, is the organization’s gift to the community and part of its vision to incorporate musical experiences into a child’s life from day one. Little ones will be introduced to singing and song, movement and dance, and rhythm with plenty of bonding opportunities with their parents or caregivers.
From June 1–August 23, 2–5-year-olds can enjoy an introduction to music through Kindermusik, which meets Thursdays from 4-5 pm. Children aged 4-6 can explore rhythms in The Little Drummers group on Thursdays from 4-5 pm or sing in the Full Voice class that runs Tuesdays from 4-5 pm.
A series of summer camps has been designed to promote the arts to three different age groups. They are Future Pros for ages 6-9, Mountain Masters for students aged 9-13 and Peak Performers for teens 14 and older. Each camp offers modules on a variety of topics in a Monday–Friday format for 2-3 hours each day. For more information on the Conservatory’s offerings and pricing, go to evergreenconservatory.com.
