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EXHIBIT: “CALIFORNIA DREAMING” - HENRY DILTZ PHOTOGRAPHY On exhibit April 12 through June 22 in the museum gallery is “California Dreaming,” in which visual historian and renowned music photographer Henry Diltz returns for an encore exhibition. With more than 40 photographs by Diltz, the exhhibit presents a visual account of the last four decades of popular music. NEW BOARD MEMBER: CHRIS NIELSEN We are pleased to welcome Chris Nielsen to the board of directors. Born, raised, and schooled in Solvant, Nielsen earned a B.S. in Engineering from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. He was commissioned a 2nd Lt. in the United States Marine Corps and went on active duty. During his career he developed a wealth of experience in leadership, critical problem solving, and administration. He met his wife Diane while stationed at Camp Pendleton, CA, and they were married in 1995. In 2006 Nielsen retired from active duty. “I spent a large part of my life away from Solvang, my family, and teh community I love,” says Nielsen. “I realized it was time to bring my family home, ensuring my chhildren the same wonderful childhood I had — in Solvang surrounded by our family, friends, and a nurturing community.” Also in 2006, Nielsen began his “second” career as a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones Investments. Chris and Diane built their family home in Solvang where they reside with their three children: Kyle and Ben (7) and Gillian (6). Valley Wines & Valentines, our winter FUNdraiser, was a beautiful and delightful evening which brought in over $5,000 for museum operations. Flowers, candlelight, and live music provided an elegant ambiance for Valentine's Day festivities. The gallery exhibition “Artists' Books Made Here,” an intriguing show of local artists' handmade books, provided not only a colorful backdrop but also stimulated interesting conversation. The food, prepared by volunteers Sandy Gregersen and Carol Johnson, was as delicious as it was attractively presented. Docents and board members greeted guests and assisted at the event. Valley Wines and Valentines proved again to be “a fun way to celebrate Valentine's Day, sample some of our wonderful valley wines, and come together to support the Museum,” said Executive Director Esther Jacobsen Bates. “Thank you to all who attended, donated and contributed to the evening's success!” This annual fundraiser included the Fabulous Valentine's Drawing and a small, but select, silent auction. The grand prize Cupid's Wine Cellar, a 24-bottle wine collection, was won by Randy and Annette Burak. First place winners Shirley Heap and Hanne Pico-Larsen each received a 12-bottle wine collection. Thank you to the following vintners for donations of wine for drawing prizes and sampling at the event:
Silent auction prizes and winners:
Additional drawing prizes and the winners:
Thank you to the sponsors who provided event food:
Congratulations to docent Clara Ehrsam! Many visitors and supporters recognize Clara as the bobbin lace maker who can be found demonstrating this intricate craft each Sunday at Elverhøj. For her years of volunteer work in the Santa Ynez Valley, Clara Ehrsam has been named the 2007 Volunteer of the Year for cultural enhancement by The Valley Foundation. Clara's volunteer activities at Elverhøj include supporting museum programs, giving tours for youth and adults, leading the docents, and volunteering for fundraising activities and events. In addition, Clara volunteers in the community, calling bingo weekly at area Senior Centers, and serving as an advocate for special needs adults and children. Clara will be honored at the annual Man and Woman of the Year Awards Gala on April 5. Elverhøj has been the recipient of recent gifts from three of Solvang's Danish cultural organizations. The Rebild National Park Foundation, Solvang Chapter, awarded a $500 gift to fund exhibit renovations in the Solvang Room. Elverhøj and the Rebild Foundation share some of the same goals including promoting Danish culture and traditions, and friendship between Denmark and the United States. The Danish Sisterhood, Flora Danica Lodge, donated $250 for museum operations. Sisterhood members have been long time Elverhøj supporters, are Life Members, and regular contributors. A $450 gift was given by Dania Hejls Minde Lodge to honor the memory of the following members: Oswald Iversen, Arnold Detmer, Earl Thygesen, Lester Bornhoft, Judson Krogh, Arne Larsen, Max Vorm, Jorgen Trojmer, Hans Ketelsen, Paul Andersen, Bernhard Vernegren, Knud Miller, Russell Larsen, Kris Klibo, Don Bornhoft, Jorgen Hansen, Anker Johnson, and Daryl Nielsen. We regularly receive requests for translators to assist with interpreting letters and documents written in Danish. To meet this need, we are compiling a list of translators to share upon request. If you are qualified and interested in being included on the Danish translators contacts list, please contact Esther at (805) 686-1211 or via email, esther@elverhoj.org. Spring is here and the Elverhøj gardens are full of colorful blooms. The change of season brings longer days and new activities and events. Committee members have been active, assisting with plans for upcoming programs, classes, and exhibitions. The History Committee met recently, assisting with identifying people, places and events in historical photos. Art Committee members are actively involved in identifying and selecting art for future gallery exhibitions. If you haven't already seen the artists' book exhibit, you'll want to hurry in by the April 6 closing day. The spring gallery exhibition features Henry Diltz's photographs of musical personalities. A 2005 Diltz exhibition brought in a multi- generational stream of enthusiastic visitors and we are excited to have Henry return with new images — and some old favorites. I encourage you to participate in our interesting programs, classes, and events. Spring classes begin in mid April with courses for youth and adults. Come and learn tips for taking better photos of family and friends, bring your children and grandchildren to the fun Saturday art workshops in the museum gallery, or start a new scrapbooking or faux finish project. A rite of the season is spring cleaning which is in full swing at Elverhøj. A fresh coat of paint has been applied to some of the interior rooms and renovations are underway in the library. The Solvang Room exhibit upgrades are in progress, with the addition of new photos and expanded information about Solvang's early years on display. In closing, I would like to take this opportunity to send a very special thank you to our members. Membership dues provide the basis for our annual operating income and are the financial backbone for programs and events. The list of new and returning members is a growing source of support and we greatly value your confidence in the museum mission. Esther Jacobsen Bates The historic building and carefully manicured cottage gardens provide a beautiful backdrop for intimate weddings. The garden with its abundant year-round blooms and corner gazebo creates a lovely setting for any wedding party. The bell in its stately tower can chime, marking the presentation of the newly married couple. The garden area comfortably accommodates up to 150 guests. Call (805) 686-9533 for information about availability and the reasonable rates. |
