Explore your creative side at MMA's new event, Sketching in the Galleries! Immerse yourself in our current exhibitions and learn about the art on display. Materials provided.

By popular demand, Pearl Hour is hosting extended sets by DJs Marquez, Phleck , and Zoologic , on Saturday, August 2, 2pm-7pm, out on our back patio. $10 cover charge. Ages 21+ only.

Every Sunday, 2pm-4pm, chess matches are played between the tumbling piles of books at Old Capitol Books. Come join us for a relaxed game, a chat, or a wee peek at a nearby page. Beginners are more than welcome. Free for everyone.

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist France Ruhnke on Saturday, August 2, 3pm-5pm. View her new exhibit, Creative Flow, and speak with her about her work. France's art will be featured at the gallery through September.

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents singer-songwriter Joyce Sampson . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents guitarist and songwriter Peter Barnes Martin . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

Golden State Theatre presents legendary singer-songwriter Steve Earle , performing solo and acoustic, and opener Joelton Mayfield on Saturday, August 2, at 8pm. Tickets are $49-$112 - to purchase, click here .

Pearl Hour presents Diamond Life , a band dedicated to performing the songs of Sade, on Saturday, August 2 at 9pm.

The 7-piece band, featuring Malinda DeRouen on vocals, beautifully captures the smooth sophistication of Sade’s timeless music while infusing it with their unique, improvisational flair.