Theatre
“The Odd Couple,” Neil Simon’s hilarious comedy, is performed by the Kings Players Aug. 16-Sept. 7. The Temple Theater, 514 Visalia St., Hanford. 559 584-7241 or www.kingsplayers.org
Shakespeare in the Park presents “Love’s Labour’s Lost” on Sept. 4 & 6 and 11 &13 by the Lindsay Community Theater at the Sweet Brier Plaza Stage, 139 Sweetbrier Ave. About four friends who vow to avoid women. Free. www.lindsaycommunitytheater.com
“The Phantom Tollbooth,” about a boy who must save princesses Rhyme and Reason, runs Sept. 12-28 at the Ice House Theatre, 410 E. Race, Visalia. 559 734-3900 or www.visaliaicehouse.com
“The Woman in Black,” billed as the most brilliantly effective spine-chiller, is on stage at Encore Theatre, 324 South N, Tulare, from Sept. 12-27. www.encoretulare.org
Art shows
In recognition of the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing, Arts Visalia showcases the Japanese Chigiri-e torn paper art of Hiroshima survivor Reiko Nakamura Yoshimoto and Chinese calligraphy by Margaret Moholt from Sept. 4-27. Open Wednesdays-Saturdays, 12-5:30 p.m. 214 E. Oak, 559 739-0905 or www.artsvisalia.org
Arts Consortium is showing “Voices from the Fields,” a collection of work from the Tierra Mia 2024 festival celebrating the diversity of Central Valley farmworker communities, through October. 340 E. Oak, Visalia. Open Tuesdays-Fridays 10-3. www.artsconsortium.org
Brandon-Mitchell Gallery hosts artwork in all mediums by the newly revived Visalia Art League during First Friday Art Walks in Downtown Visalia in September and October, after service at 11:30 a.m. on Sundays and by appointment. 117 S. Locust, Visalia, 559 625-2441 or www.brandonmitchellgallery.org
The Oval Gallery is showing “Chromatic Conversations from the Central Valley,” featuring three artists who inspire creativity and positivity along with skateboarding. 808 N. Court. Open Thursdays and Fridays from 5-8 p.m. and by appointment if requested through Instagram, www.instagram.com/theovalgallery
Tulare City Historical Museum presents Manuel Abed’s “Coming Home Again” collection of paintings Sept. 4-Oct. 11. 444 W. Tulare Ave., Tulare. Open Thursdays-Saturdays 10-4. 559 686-2074 or www.tularehistoricalmuseum.org
The Center for Art, Culture and History in Exeter (CACHE) displays “Sights & Sounds,” paintings and music by Heidi Steinman and Aaron Gomes, from July 12-Sept. 28. Open Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 10-4 (closed 12-12:30) and Sat & Sun 12-4. 125 South B St. 559 592-5900 or www.cach-exeter.org
The Lindsay Museum & Gallery presents “Light, Land and Legacy,” a new exhibition exploring the enduring impact of landscape painting in California by plein air artist Edgar Payne. Runs Sept. 13-Nov. 7. Open Fridays 12-4 p.m. 165 N Gale Hill. www.lindsaymuseumandgallery.org
Kings Art Center, 605 N. Douty, Hanford, features works by Sacramento-based photographer Raul Gonzao through Sept. 6 Open Wednesdays-Fridays 12-5 and Saturdays 10-3. www.kingsartcenter.org
Special events
The Tulare County Fair runs Sept. 10-14 at the Tulare County Fairgrounds, 620 South K, Tulare, featuring a parade on Wednesday, carnival rides, food, livestock and concerts. First concert on Wednesday features south rock icons 38 Special. www.tcfair.org
Dark Sky Festival from Sept 12-14 at Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Experience natural darkness with tours, star gazing and speakers. www.visitvisalia.com/calendar
Events by date
Thursday, Sept. 4
- Artist reception for painter Manuel Abed and his “Coming Home Again” exhibit is from 5-7 p.m. at the Tulare City Historical Museum, 444 W. Tulare in Tulare. tularehistoricalmuseum.org
Friday, Sept. 5
- Starship featuring Mickey Thomas with A Flock of Seagulls plays classic rock at 7 p.m. at Adventist Health Amphitheater, 455 El Tulare, Tulare. ticketsales.com
- My Winehouse: A Tribute to Amy Winehouse, one of the greatest singer-songwriters of all time, is at 7 p.m. at the Visalia Fox Theatre, 300 W. Main. 559 625-1369 or foxvisalia.org
- Once upon a Dance: A Family Dance is hosted by Visalia Parks & Rec from 6-9 p.m. at the Visalia Convention Center, 303 E. Acequia. A storybook world with whimsical dancing and activities. Contact Holly Ellis, 559 713-4365 or ellis@visalia.city
- Downtown Visalia First Friday Art Walk from 5-8 p.m. Pick up a map at the Arts Consortium, 340 E. Oak, Arts Visalia, 214 E. Oak, or the Brandon-Mitchell Gallery, 117 S. Locust, and visit venues with art, music and snacks. artsconsortium.org
Saturday, Sept. 6
- Artist talk by calligrapher Margaret Moholt along with the son of Japanese Chigiri-e torn paper artist and Hiroshima survivor Reiko Nakamura Yoshimoto at 2 p.m. at Arts Visalia, 214 E. Oak. 559 739-0905 or artsvisalia.org
- A Taste of Cinema: Harry Potter at 6 p.m. at The Hyde, 3200 W. Mineral King, Visalia. Enjoy dinner inspired by the iconic foods in “Harry Potter” as you watch the beloved film. visaliavisalia.org/calendar
- 1st Saturday in Three Rivers features open studios, food and art shows from 11-5. Pick up a map and schedule at Kaweah Arts, 41841 Sierra Dr. (Highway 198) or the Three Rivers Historical Museum, 42268 Sierra Dr. 559 799-1473 or 1stSaturdaytr.com
Tuesday, Sept. 9
- TC Voices at 210, a monthly panel of experts, will discuss Animal Control, A Community Challenge at 7 p.m. at 210 W. Center, Visalia.
- Nashville rising star Matt Cooper with Nick Slater at the KJUG free concert series at 6:40 p.m. at Hanford Civic Park, 400 N Douty. visitvisaia.org/calendar
Wednesday, Sept. 10
- Tulare County Fair Sept 10 – 14
Thursday, Sept. 11
- Reception for the Hispanic Heritage Month exhibit from 5-7 p.m. at the Tulare City Historical Museum, 444 W. Tulare in Tulare. tularehistoricalmuseum.org
Saturday, Sept. 13
- El Grito from 12-5 p.m. at Recreation Park, 1016 W. Center, Visalia. Enjoy a car show, folklorico dancers, live entertainment, music, food and drawings. visitvisalia.org/calendar
- “Echoes of Exeter” Cemetery Walk will feature costumed actors (some family descendants) bringing early Exeter history to life from 9-11 a.m. at 719 E. Marinette Ave. Tickets at CACHE (Center for Art, Culture & History Exeter), 559 592-5900 or cach-exeter.org
Friday, Sept. 19
- Octoberfest at Vossler Farms, 26773 S. Mooney, Visalia features local food, beer, wine and entertainment. visaliachamber.org/octoberfest
Saturday, Sept. 20
- One of these Nights recreates the harmonic sounds of The Eagles at 7:30 p.m. at The Visalia Fox Theatre, 300 W. Main. 559 62501369 or foxvisalia.org
- Young Eagles provides an introductory flight with a volunteer pilot to youth 8-17 from 8-9 a.m. Pre-registration required. eaa.org/eaa/youth/free-ye-flight
Friday, Sept. 26
- Hip hop legends The Sugarhill Gang and the Furious Five perform at 7:30 p.m. at Adventist Health Amphitheater, 410 E Kern Ave, Tulare. https://www.tixr.com/groups/spadeent/events
Saturday, Sept. 27
- Heavy metal Dokken with George Lyncg and The Mob are on stage at 7 p.m. at Adventis Health Amphitheater, 410 E Kern Ave, Tulare. https://www.tixr.com/groups/spadeent/events
- Cypress Hill, one of the first Latin American groups to gain mainstream recognition in hip hop, performs at 8 pm. at Tachi Palace Casino, 17225 Jersey Avenue, Lemoore. tachipalace.com/live-entertainment
Sunday, Sept. 28
- 3rd Annual Witches Picnic from 10-3 at Mooney Grove Park, 27000 S. Mooney, Visalia. Buy your witches’ attire, Tarot, photos, make ‘n take crafts, food. visitvisalia.org/calendar