James The Magician

Art in the cafe...

Tamara Lea Kaufman

"pretty ~ ugly"

February 2026

Artist Statement Tamara Lea Kaufman’s personal artwork ranges from serious to quirky, dark, adult-themed humor. She creates multimedia assemblage, collage, and dioramas made from HO-scale railroad hobby miniatures, preserved insects, paint, embroidery, found objects, and typically discarded materials such as candy wrappers and the overlooked debris of everyday life. Her work explores topics of consumption, waste, desire, relationships, psychology, politics, societal pressures and the levity of humor needed to survive it all. It gives her joy to repurpose materials into something new, useful, or...
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Friday, July 25, 2025

6:00 pm

Join James the Magician for a joyful evening of amazement, laughter, and impossible surprises in the cozy space of Mother Fool’s Coffeehouse.

Since 1986, James Ember has been creating and performing his award-winning, interactive comedy magic show for audiences of all kinds — from schools to weddings, corporate events, festivals, and everywhere in between. Whether he's amazing people with his magic or building connections through original storytelling, James performs with wild passion and a contagious sense of joy.

Perfect for curious minds age 8 and up — and anyone who still believes in wonder.

Tickets are just $13 — reserve yours now before they vanish!

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