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Brews for a Cause at Monterey Museum of Art

 
12/12/24
 
By donation
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Join us at Monterey Museum of Art for an exclusive after-hours fundraising event filled with local craft beer, food and beverages, and a performance by local hip-hop, soul, and funk band, The BASSment! Ages 21+ only. Learn more here.

The Pearl Works: Call for Art - Deadline September 19

The Pearl Works, located at 288 Pearl Street, is seeking art for their next show, Resonance , a juried exhibition of two-dimensional work by emerging artists from around Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito Counties addressing the theme of resonance.

Get more information and submit your art here by Thursday, September 19.

"A Few of My Favorite Things" at Venture Gallery, December 2024

Venture Gallery presents a group exhibit of local artists, A Few of My Favorite Things . The show features smaller, favorite works that have special meaning for the artists who made them and are perfect for gifting.

Venture Gallery is open daily, 10am-6pm, at 260 Alvarado Street.

Mondays at the Museum

 
3/4/19
 
Free with Admission
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Meet Monterey Museum of Art Executive Director Stuart Chase. Ask questions and view Stuart’s favorite art currently on view.

Meet the Jewelry Artists of Venture Gallery

 
1/4/25
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery invites you a reception to meet our three local jewelry artists - Liliy Campos, Vanessa Martin, and Sandra Saldivar - on Saturday, January 4, 2pm-4pm. Drop by the gallery, view their join exhibit, and learn about their work.

The jewelry created by Campos, Martin, and Saldivar will be featured at the gallery throughout the month of January.

Holiday Reception at Venture Gallery

 
12/7/24
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery invites you to meet the local artists behind our December group show, A Few of My Favorite Things . Drop by the gallery for our holiday reception, view these small, favorite works of art, and speak with the creators. Attendees may enter their names in a drawing to win a $200 gallery gift certificate.

Tim Robinson Featured at Webster Street Art Gallery

Webster Street Art Gallery presents an exhibit of work by Central Coast artist Tim Robinson through January 10 at 188 Webster Street.

The show features works of portraiture and landscapes including scenes from Big Sur and the gardens of Old Monterey's historic adobes. All pieces available for purchase.

View Youth Arts Collective's Winter Show 2024

 
11/30/24
 
 
Youth Arts Collective

While shopping and dining in Downtown Old Monterey, stop by Youth Arts Collective to view their Winter Show, 12pm-4pm, featuring over 100 exceptional works from YAC artists and mentors. Many of the works are available for sale.

Winter Art Market at Monterey Museum of Art

 
12/14/24
 
Free
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Enjoy free admission to the Museum and join us for a creative and cozy shopping experience at our Winter Art Market! Held inside the wondrous Iluminado exhibition, visitors are invited to participate in our interactive art installation,...

Arts and Healing: Ohana Art Therapy

 
12/8/24
 
Free
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Join Monterey Museum of Art for an enriching all-ages community art therapy workshop where participants will create Collage Finger Labyrinths for inner reflection. Guided by a Registered Art Therapist from the Ohana Center for Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health, this...

Artisan Holiday Craft Sale at Slowfiber 2024

 
11/29/24
 
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents an Artisan Holiday Craft Sale opening Friday, November 29, 11am-5pm, and continuing Wednesday - Saturday through December 21. You'll find beautiful textiles, hand knit goods, slow stitched items, and more by 12 local makers .

Christmas Fair at Reflections Elegante

 
11/30/24
 
 
Reflections Elegante Fine Art Gallery

Reflections Elegante Fine Art Gallery is hosting a Christmas Fair featuring the work of 15 California artists on Small Business Saturday, 11am-6pm.

Find original small paintings, greeting cards, coasters, tote bags, holiday ornaments, and more. In addition, the artwork on the gallery walls will be 20% off today only.

Reception for Youth Arts Collective's Winter Show 2024

 
11/22/24
 
Free
 
Youth Arts Collective

Celebrate the season at a reception for Youth Arts Collective's 2024 Winter Show on November 22, 6pm-9pm. Warm up in our cozy studio, where you can enjoy hors d’oeuvres while browsing over 100 exceptional works from YAC artists and mentors. It's a perfect opportunity to find unique holiday gifts!

Small Business Saturday in Downtown Old Monterey 2024

 
11/30/24
 
 
Old Monterey

This holiday season, Downtown Old Monterey invites you to Shop Small and support locally-owned businesses. Your gifts warm the hearts of loved ones near and far and those purchases help our community remain vibrant.

Throughout the district on Saturday, November 30, there will be special offers and fun things to do. View everything here.

Meet Artist Carole Klein at Venture Gallery

 
11/25/24
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Carole Klein on November 25, 2pm-6pm. Drop by the gallery, view the joint exhibit of paintings by Carole and Maria Poroy entitled Double Vision , and speak with Carole about her work.

Maria and Carole's art will be featured at the gallery through November.

Meet Artist Carole Klein at Venture Gallery

 
11/7/24
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Carole Klein on November 7, 10am-2pm. Drop by the gallery, view the joint exhibit of paintings by Carole and Maria Poroy, and speak with Carole about her work. Maria and Carole's art will be featured at the gallery through November.

Meet Artist Maria Poroy at Venture Gallery

 
11/29/24
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Maria Poroy on November 29, 10am-2pm. Drop by the gallery, view the joint exhibit of paintings by Maria and Carole Klein, and speak with Maria about her work. Maria and Carole's art will be featured at the gallery through November.

Meet Artist Maria Poroy at Venture Gallery

 
11/5/24
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Maria Poroy on November 5, 10am-2pm. Drop by the gallery, view the joint exhibit of paintings by Maria and Carole Klein entitled Double Vision , and speak with Maria about her work. Maria and Carole's art will be featured at the gallery through November.

Show by Asheville Artist Kyle Banner at Webster Street Gallery

Webster Street Art Gallery is holding an impromptu show of work by Asheville, North Carolina artist Kyle Banner , who was evacuated from his home because of Hurricane Helene. Stop by and see Kyle's work at 188 Webster Street through the month of October.

An artist and musician, Kyle's paintings evoke jazz, blues, and old-time musical traditions. He uses a variety of mediums including acrylic paint, pen and ink, watercolor, and the finest Italian espresso.

Free Family Fun Day - Creative Collaborations

 
11/2/24
 
Free
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Spend a fun-filled afternoon at Monterey Museum of Art creating art inspired by our current exhibitions. Enjoy free admission to the Museum and experience our exhibitions with the whole family!

This Free Family Fun Day, practice your storytelling with...

Anniversary Party and Art Show Opening at The Pearl Works

 
10/25/24
 
free
 
The Pearl Works

The Pearl Works invites you to join us for our Third Anniversary Party and the opening of our latest art exhibit, Resonance , on Friday, October 25, 6pm-8pm. Admission is free, but please register here .

Discover the beautiful, locally-made art on our walls, listen to live music, and enjoy delicious food as we mingle and celebrate.

Suncatcher Workshop at Sovino Wine Bar

 
10/17/24
 
$60
 
Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant

Sovino Wine Bar presents a Suncatcher Workshop with Carrie Beth of Nautilus and Sway on Thursday, October 17, 5:30pm-7:30pm. Join us for an evening of crafts and wine as we make our own suncatchers!

Fee...

Meet Artist William Eatmon at Venture Gallery

 
10/12/24
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist William Eatmon at an artist's reception on October 12, 4pm-6pm. Drop by the gallery, view the exhibit of William's paintings of the world's largest cats, and speak with him about his work. William's art will be featured at the gallery through October.