The Lamorinda Arts Council presents an Art Embraces Words Halloween Costume Event on Oct. 29, from 2 – 3:30 pm at the Lafayette Library, 3491 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette. Our program is held in the Arts & Science Room where emerging writers read from their work surrounded by artwork from local artists. In this way art literally “embraces” the spoken word.

While costumes are optional for our October 29, 2022 event, we invite you to appear as your favorite Literary or Artistic character. Prizes will be awarded by Jill Gelster and Kim Bonney of Orinda Starlight Village Players. Listen to readings of work by David Flower, Jo Mele, Camille Minichino and Brian Shea. View some spooky artwork by Jennifer Granat, Lamorinda Arts Alliance newsletter Editor, who will speak about her creative process.  Local artist Ruth Stanton is showing her 42″ x 34″ acrylic painting, “Trick or Treat?” Reception on the vine covered patio outside the Arts & Science Room immdiately follows. Who is it behind The Cunning Little Vixen mask inspired by Janacek’s opera of the same name?

Who is it behind The Cunning Little Vixen mask inspired by Janacek’s opera of the same name? Be there to see which playful characters show up! Find out who inspires lovers of literature and art. You can view YouTube videos from previous AEW programs click HERE.

Writers read their work using a mic for 10 minutes followed by a short Q&A from the audience. Next an artist speaks about their work for 10 minutes followed by a short Q&A.  The program runs from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. followed by a reception on the outdoor patio. A media table is provided where authors are encouraged to sell books and artists provide information about their work.

Visit https://lamorindaarts.org/art-embraces-words/ for more  information. This program is funded by a generous grant from the Lafayette Community Foundation.