In their minds’ eye

Take a look into the minds of people with mental illnesses at the annual exhibit, “Opening Minds,” shown at the SLO Art Center. The display features photography, paintings, and poetry created by the mentally ill. It is designed to create acceptance and encourages artists to be defined by their strengths and creative gifts, not their illness. You can meet the artists and see their works this Wednesday at an opening reception.

“Opening Minds” art show is presented May 26-June 4, at the SLO Art Center, 1010 Broad St., SLO. A reception for the artists is opening day, 3-6 p.m. Info: 541-5144.

Mozart is in the house

The SLO Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Silsby Eastman, hits the high note with a concert featuring selections from Mozart, Chausson, and Haydn. The show includes soloist John Dilworth (pictured) performing “Bassoon Concertino” and Peter Bresler (pictured) performing “Poeme for Violin.” The concert is free, too, but donations are gladly accepted.

• SLO Chamber Orchestra performs at 3 p.m., May 22, at the Arroyo Grande Methodist Church, 275 N. Halcyon. Donations accepted. Info: 528-5234 or 773-6841.