This Thursday, May 2, swing by Art SLAM, on the corner of Lyons and Main Street, to catch The Rayford Brothers at 7:30 and 9:00 p.m. performing live.

The Rayford Brothers are well versed in the language of Rockabilly—swingin’ beats and face-melting leads. But coming through the swing with audible clarity is a twangy country influence. They play sweet bendy, rambling goodness—like Brian Setzer teaming up with Gram Parsons.

Next Thursday, Art SLAM will feature RED art installations and exhibits, on the corner of Lyons and Main Street in Old Town Newhall, from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.  Artists experience a variety of phases within their work; at times, a certain color will capture their attention until that chosen color has run its course.  Here are three artists you won’t want to miss on THE PAD.

Artist Janet Antepara

Artist, Janet Antepara will present her “red phase” on The Pad.

Artist, Nancy Eckels

Artist, Nancy Eckels will exhibit the joy and energy she feels when creating works of uninhibited color, movement, and emotion.

Artists, John Bacoy

Artists, John Bacoy, his exhibit is inspired by human emotion, life experience, and nature.

Art SLAM will feature RED activities, installations, and exhibits that use red dyes, red juices, red wine, and red produce to create works of art, on Thursday, May 2, from 7 pm to 11 pm, in Old Town Newhall.

RED Slam – Thursday, May 2, from 7 – 11pm

RED interactive art installations will be on the corner of Lyons and Main Street with several galleries set-up in Old Town Newhall businesses. Come out to experience a one night only pop-up sculpture garden, shades of red splatter paint activity, and over 60 pieces of red artwork displayed on a extra-large art wall designed by artists of all ages, styles, and interests.

A special recycled art contest will be going on at Art SLAM, Thursday April 4, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., hosted by The VU Bar and Lounge, in Old Town Newhall.

The VU Bar and Lounge, in conjunction with the Art SLAM community, is ready to do its part to promote and educate…with a little eco-friendly flare. The VU will be hosting a creative recycled art contest open to artists 21 and over, with the top three favorites receiving a cash prize, bar tab, or gift card.  Artists of any medium are welcome to enter, no piece will be turned away! The only rule is that all submissions MUST be made of recyclable material. No restrictions on size, weight or style.

The VU ask that all artists submit a request to participate by going online and filling out a simple entry form at www.vunewhall.com/greenslam

*Artists must be 21+ with valid ID

April may be the greenest month of all.  In addition to Thursdays @ Nehwall’s environmentally conscious art event GREEN Slam, on Thursday, April 4, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., the City of Santa Clarita is also hosting the Earth Arbor Day celebration at Central Park, on Saturday, April 13.  The popular community event will feature food, eco-minded vendors, and live music from nearly a dozen local singer/songwriters.  Both events are free and open to the public and a great way to enjoy time with your family, friends and neighbors.

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Together, we can protect and nurture our planet. Don’t forget to mark your calendars for the Earth Arbor Day celebration. For more information on this year’s Earth Arbor Day celebration, visit www.greensantaclarita.com or call the City of Santa Clarita at (661) 250-3787.