Thursday, August 22 Sufi Journey Sufism is a mystic body of religious practice found within Islam, famous for its poetry. This event weaves the audience through an alchemy of words, music, philosophy and awakening rooted in the Sufi tradition of communing with the divine. Interwoven with famous works of Sufi writers such as Rumi and Hafez, the night also features original poetry and musical compositions by writer and professor Nükhet Kardam and Middle Eastern musician, instructor and composer Amir Etemadzadeh. Both are the hosts and curators of the event. Tickets include tea/coffee and light desserts. [AP] 7-9pm Thursday, Aug. 22. Wendi Kirby Music, 550 Hartnell St., Suite F, Monterey. $35/in advance; $25/students; $40/at the door. 655-2010, wendikirbymusic.com/events. Friday, August 23 Sing Out Valerie June does not sing background music. Her voice is the kind that penetrates, demanding a listener’s full attention to her signature blend of Americana and soul. She’s not just a magnetic vocalist, but an award-winning poet too. That combination of skills makes for a compelling live performance, the kind that grabs listeners’ minds, ears and hearts. June is set to release Light Beams: A Workshop for Being Your Badass Self on Sept. 19, so you might expect themes of mindfulness and healing on stage during this upcoming show. [SR] 7pm doors, 7:30pm show Friday, Aug. 23. Henry Miller Memorial Library, 48603 Highway 1, Big Sur. $183. info@folkyeah.com, folkyeah.com. Saturday, August 24 Cop Show It goes without saying (but we’re saying it, anyway) that law enforcement officers do a lot of good for a community. It also goes without saying (yes, doing it again) that Car Week draws a lot of people who just want to bask in the aura of stunning vehicles. So what if you put the two together? And then add food vendors, a kids zone, live music wafting from balconies and a downtown setting? If you think it goes without www.montereycountynow.com august 22-28, 2024 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY 29 Deborah Russell Venture Gallery’s featured artist for August and September is Deborah Russell. Her new exhibit at the Monterey gallery (260 Alvarado St.) highlights her unique and colorful style. Her paintings reflect the beauty of nature and the symbiotic relationship between plant life and the insect and animal worlds. Hidden among the branches, vines and florals are avian, reptilian and other winged wild beauties. “My vision became focused on exploring abstract expressionism with the inclusion of mixed-media collage,” Russell writes. “As a process painter, I brush on layers of intense color, transparent to opaque, weaving in textures of paper and fabric.” Come to the gallery to experience the wonders of this visual garden of tangled delights. [AP] 22-28 august HOT PICKS To see more local events, and add your own, visit calendar.montereycountynow.com Courtesy of Temple Sisters VISUALS The Temple Sisters This year, the West End Celebration (SaturdaySunday, Aug. 24-25) welcomes an impressive array of artisans and vendors in Sand City who will showcase their unique creations, ranging from fine art and handmade crafts to innovative designs and culinary delights. Among the artist presenters are resident galleries, including The Temple Garage (512 Ortiz Ave., #5), home to the Temple Sisters, who feature their own interdisciplinary work as well as that of others. Other artists showing are: Candace Feldman of Ray of Light (jewelry), Jim Yates (woodworking), Kristi Peterson (acrylic paintings), Family Hess Art Squad (marine science illustrations) and Monterey Museum of Art. [AP] Santa Cruz-based band Harry and the Hitmen are coming after you, in a good way. They bring their genre-bending variety of tunes to the stage at Fernwood Tavern, where you can expect a fun night with lots of dancing. Tony Gross Is a mask an embellishment, or a way to hide? Either way, or anywhere in between, a workshop on Aug. 24 at Sunset Center invites you to learn how to make a mask. Courtesy of Marie-Clare Courtesy of Venture Gallery
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