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Beginning Free Motion Stitching Workshop at Slowfiber

 
4/26/25
 
$80
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a Beginning Free Motion Machine Stitching Workshop taught by Lyn Sandberg. Fee is $80 - register here .

Tired of straight lines and "in the ditch" quilting? Free motion quilting will set you free! In this class we will practice the most common motifs such as pebbles, flowers, and cursive writing.

Japanese Komebukuro Bag Workshop at Slowfiber

 
5/10/25
 
$150
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a two-part Komebukuro Bag Workshop on 5/10 & 5/24. Fee is $150 - register here .

In class, you'll create a bag made from ten 8.5" squares: a lined, structured, medium-sized bag good for holding a portable project like your knitting or your lunch.

Moyozashi Stitching Workshop at Slowfiber

 
3/22/25
 
$85
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a Moyozashi Sashiko Stitching Workshop taught by textile artist Kris Nardello on March 22, 11am-4pm. Fee is $85 - register here.

In this workshop, you'll create a template to mark the cloth, discover the best way to stitch lines in traditional Moyozashi style, and get help creating an effective color palette of threads.

Intermediate Free Motion Stitching Workshop at Slowfiber

 
5/31/25
 
$85
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents an Intermediate Free Motion Stitching Workshop taught by Lyn Sandberg on May 31, 12:30pm-5pm. Fee is $85 - register here.

Free Motion Collage using a sewing machine combines raw edge applique, design, and free motion quilting. Layer backing, batting, and applique-able shapes and sew it together all at the same time.

Artist Heidi McGurrin Featured at Webster Street Art Gallery

Webster Street Art Gallery presents an exhibit of the vibrant paintings of Heidi McGurrin , running through April 2025 at 188 Webster Street.

Monterey County resident Heidi McGurrin is a photographer, writer, and painter whose vibrant art has been exhibited widely. She is the great granddaughter of artist Jane Gallatin Powers.

Meet Artist Gordon Mayfield at Venture Gallery

 
4/5/25
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Gordon Mayfield on Saturday, April 5, 3pm-5:30pm. Drop by the gallery, view Gordon's exhibit of his beautiful watercolor landscape paintings, and speak with him about his work. Gordon's art will be featured at the gallery through April.

Monterey Bay Poetry Festival 2026

 
4/24/26
 
 
Old Capitol Books

Old Capitol Books presents the 2026 Monterey Poetry Festival April 24-26 - three fantastic days of poetry readings, open mics, and music.

Tickets are only $10, and events will feature favorites such as Marie Boucher, Daniel Summerhill, Tongo Eisen-Martin, Brian Sheffield, Heather Flescher, and Alie Jones. View the schedule and buy tickets here .

Meet Artist Noriko Constant at Venture Gallery

 
3/1/25
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Noriko Yoshikawa-Constant on March 1, 3pm-5pm. Drop by the gallery, view Noriko's exhibit of her monotype prints of dogs and cats, and speak with her about her work. Noriko's art will be featured at the gallery through March.

Marc Stephen Johnson Featured at Webster Street Art Gallery

Through February, Webster Street Art Gallery is featuring the work of its proprietor, Marc Stephen Johnson, at 188 Webster Street.

Enjoy an exhibit of Marc's paintings and fiber art (knitting) plus portraits of him done over the years by his many talented friends in a variety of media. Open Tue-Fri, 11am-3pm.

Afternoon with the Artists: Jeffrey Becom and Lucas Blok

 
2/8/25
 
$20 General Admission
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Join Monterey Museum of Art in the galleries for an inspiring afternoon with artists Jeffrey Becom and Lucas Blok as they share their insights into The Persistence of Color II . Through their vibrant and distinctive works, the artists will...

Nuno Felting Workshop: Make a Scarf at Slowfiber

 
4/12/25
 
$145
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a workshop entitled Unlock Your Creativity with Nuno Felt, Scarf Making led by instructor Sahar Jabr on Saturday, April 12, 12pm-5pm. Fee is $145. Register on the Slowfiber website.

Join Slowfiber for a 5-hour nuno felting workshop perfect for beginners and intermediate participants. The goal? To unleash your inner artist and take home a one-of-a-kind scarf.

Nuno Felting Workshop: Make a Scarf at Slowfiber

 
3/14/25
 
$145
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a workshop entitled Unlock Your Creativity with Nuno Felt, Scarf Making led by instructor Sahar Jabr on Friday, March 14, 11:30am-4:30pm. Fee is $145. Register on the Slowfiber website.

Join Slowfiber for a 5-hour nuno felting workshop perfect for beginners and intermediate participants. The goal? To unleash your inner artist and take home a one-of-a-kind scarf.

Doll Making Workshop at Slowfiber: Create Your Alter Ego

 
2/28/24
 
$75
 
Slowfiber

In this 2-evening workshop taught by Jaki at Slowfiber on February 28 & March 7, 6pm-8:15pm, we'll explore the ideas around a possible alternative "you" as you make your own doll - exploring an alter ego that no one usually...

Monterey Museum of Art's Block Party 2025

 
4/5/25
 
Free
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Get ready for the Monterey Museum of Art's 3rd Annual Block Party! This vibrant arts festival, free and open to all , transforms downtown Monterey into a bustling hub of art and creativity.

Discover local artisans and makers showcasing their unique crafts alongside dazzling performances and a variety of delicious food and drink options. Participate in an interactive community art project for all ages with Resident Artist Hanif Panni and enjoy free admission to our latest exhibitions.

Artist Workshop: Cyanotype Portraits and Landscapes With Iris McGilloway

 
3/15/25
 
$75
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Learn how to make landscape and portrait cyanotypes with Iris McGilloway of Song Dog Studios using photo negatives in this workshop at Monterey Museum of Art. Participants are encouraged to bring their own personal photo negatives. All other supplies are...

Artist Workshop: Punch Needle Embroidery with Janet Fearnside

 
2/15/25
 
$75
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Punch needle embroidery is a dream for the tactile artist and can be a beautiful meditative experience. Participants in this workshop with Janet Fearnside at Monterey Museum of Art will find the joy that comes from "painting" with 100% wool...

First Friday at Monterey Museum of Art

 
6/5/26
 
free
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Come celebrate the weekend with Monterey Museum of Art on Pacific Street with extended hours and free access to the galleries every First Friday of the month, 5pm-7pm. Enjoy an all-ages community gathering featuring art, music, refreshments, and a casual vibe.

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, 3pm-5pm. 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.