  Friend, • Notes from Carolyn: Ahh...The Kern River • Upcoming Events: Isabelle Perrin's Concert • Feature Article: 5 Tips For Finding YOUR Venue • About Carolyn: Founder of Pacific Harps • Carolyn Recommends: ACA's International Mail Art Show Please add "carolyn@pacificharps.com " to your white list or address book in your e-mail program, so that you have no trouble receiving future issues! 
Like many of us, I rarely get a couple of days away. But this past week I was lucky enough to take a WONDERFUL trip up to the Kern River! It was heaven relaxing by the water, reading the New Yorker and enjoying the fantastic local restaurants. We stayed at a historic location called McNally's, where there was a waiting list for rooms - there are only 6 plus a cabin - (on a Tuesday night!) and the absolute best cuts of steak around. I highly recommend this beautiful spot to anyone looking for a place to unwind! It isn't 5 stars, but way better than camping and the food is wonderful. http://www.mcnallysfairviewlodge.com/McNallys/Home.html   Isabelle Perrin's Los Angeles Concert!Isabelle Perrin wil be performing on Sunday the 26th at 5pm, at the First Baptist Church in Pasadena. Tickets are $20 and $15. Directions: 75 North Marengo Avenue She will be holding a master class on saturday the 25th at 2pm, at a venue still to be arranged. Paticipants $60 and auditors $25. Everyone is welcome to attend as audience, although there will only be 6 participants. Please RSVP if you plan to come. between Holly and Union streets, north of Colorado Boulevard -210 freeway, Marengo exit (between Lake and Fair Oaks avenues) -South on Marengo, two lights to Holly Street -West 1/2 block to Holly Street Garage -parking is free with church validation  One of the most important things to think about when planning your event is - where are you going to have it? The perfect venue makes all the difference in the world. Here's a handy article from bvents.com that will fill you in on what to look for.  5 Tips For Finding YOUR VenueBehind every successful event is a plan that spells perfection. However, event preparation is not as easy as one might think. There are lots of important things to put on your checklist – from programme to theme, food, invitations, date, time, and of course, you don’t want to take for granted the most indispensable element of an event – the venue. Let go of lousy locations that dissatisfy you and your guests. Here are the “A” factors you don’t want to miss in considering a venue that could make your event not just successful but unforgettable as well. Accommodation Choose a venue that can house your guests with enough room for everyone. Of course, you don’t want a messy and crowded gathering. Also, it should be equipped with amenities and facilities for your comfort and convenience. Accessibility Never make it difficult for your guests to get to the to the place of your event. The venue should be easily reached by everyone. A place that is in or near the city, or has a close proximity to places like the CBD or notable establishments is always accessible. Ambience Mood is important in an event. Also, it should be versatile enough to suit any theme of an event. Added services It’s always a good thing to get added services in arranging and executing the event. It would be great if the staff is composed of experts in the field of event organizing, or can reccomend a good event coordinator. Paying attention to every detail and carrying it out perfectly is important. Practicality Lastly and most importantly, you should think of practicality. Always bear in mind that you don’t have to splurge a fortune just to have a great time. Choose a location that excels at everything that is mentioned above yet offers budget-friendly rates at the same time.   Australian harpist Carolyn Sykes has been performing in Australia, Asia, Europe and the United States for the past 30 years. She came to Los Angeles fifteen years ago to study for her Masters Degree at the California Institute of the Arts. Since then she has established her private teaching and performing studio Pacific Harps, teaching, supplying harps and performing in orchestras, on concert stages and for special events, both locally and abroad. Carolyn plays solo, as well as with other instruments such as flute, bass, violin and string ensembles and vocalists. Visit Carolyn's website at www.pacificharps.com for more information on lessons and harps, her harp retreat in Mexico, and much more!   Armory Center for the Arts: International Mail Art Show This show features a unique perspective on the world of art as well as culture. The exhibit features over 600 pieces of mail art from over 25 countries! Mail art (since I didn't know this before either) is art which uses the postal system as a medium, typically in the form of illustrated letters, rubberstamped, decorated or illustrated envelopes, artist trading cards, faux postage, and three-dimensional objects. This exhibition has also allowed the inclusion of a form we that we wouldn't know how to live without - email! Admission to the Armory’s Caldwell Gallery is a suggested donation of just $5, and Armory members, students, seniors and parents of Armory students are free. Find out more at www.armoryarts.org - enjoy! @ Copyright Pacific Harps |
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