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Celebrate the season of light at Monterey Museum of Art's Winter Solstice Party on Saturday, Dec.20, 6:30pm-8:30pm.

Enjoy this year's Iluminado art exhibition, beats by DJ Atmos, delicious food from Ad Astra, wine from Scheid Vineyards, and craft beer from Other Brother Beer Co.

Monterey Museum of Art hosts a free program entitled Creative Grounds: Morning Coffee with Edi Matsumoto. Open to all experience levels. Register here.

Enjoy fresh brews from The Coffee Corner while learning how to paint...

Join Monterey Museum of Art, 5pm-8pm, as we kick-off Iluminado , a captivating new exhibition featuring the works of Hanif Wondir, Domini Anne, and Joe Ramos. Free admission.

Enjoy an inspired atmosphere with music by DJ Luna, delicious bites from Ad Astra, wine from Scheid Vineyards, and craft beer from Other Brother Beer Co. Gather with friends, artists, and art lovers alike as the museum comes alive with creativity and celebration.

Slowfiber presents our annual Holiday Craft Bazaar opening Friday, 11/28 and running through 12/20. Featuring handmade fiber arts, accessories, and jewelry by local artisans, it's perfect for holiday shopping!

Hours are Wed-Fri, 11:30am-5pm, and Sat, 12:30pm-5pm.

Celebrate the season at a reception for Youth Arts Collective's 2025 Winter Show on November 21, 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.

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Edi Matsumoto on Saturday, Nov. 1, 3pm-5pm for a reception and book signing. In Otter Therapy , sea otters whimsically appear in reimagined classic masterpieces and transform into cultural icons, blending fine art with humor.

Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant presents a Paint and Sip Class ! This afternoon, local artist and retired art teacher Bunny Paivine will be teaching an easy-to-follow painting class. You’ll take home your own 11 x 14 canvas painting. Fee is $40, advance registration required . All materials and instruction are included. Wine is extra.

Slowfiber presents an Embroidery for Everybody workshop taught by Angela on Friday, November 21, 12:30pm-4:30pm. Fee is $75 - register on Slowfiber's websit e .

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Venture Gallery is participating in the Open Studios Art Tour of Monterey County over two weekends: October 11-12 and 18-19, 11am-5pm.

Visit Venture Gallery during the Open Studios Art Tour and see some of our artists...

Slowfiber presents Unlock Your Creativity with Nuno Felt Scarf Making, a 5-hour workshop led by instructor Sahar Jabr. Register here .

Join Slowfiber for this workshop perfect for beginners and intermediate participants. The goal? To unleash your inner artist and take home a one-of-a-kind scarf.

Slowfiber presents a workshop led by Lyn Sandberg entitled Another Way: Using the Siddhe People's Quilt Construction Commonly Known as Kawandi . Held on Friday, September 27, 12:30pm-4:30pm. Register here.

Enjoy a screening of the documentary film “Water’s Edge” about the life, career and creative process of renowned fine art photographer Arthur Tress on Friday, October 10, 7pm-9pm at Stanton Center.

The screening will be followed by a discussion with Arthur Tress led by Ann Jastrab (Center for Photographic Art) and the film's director, Stephen B. Lewis. Tickets are $10 for MHAA members, $20 for all others - purchase here.