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Reception: Neurodiversity & Disabilities Awareness Month Art Show in PG

 
3/13/26
 
Free
 
Art Abilities Studio

Youth Arts Collective and Art Abilities present a dynamic pop-up art show of student work in honor of Neurodiversity and Disabilities Awareness Month celebrating visibility, belonging, and creative expression at the Art Abilities Studio in Pacific Grove. Everyone's welcome to the opening reception on Friday, March 13, 5pm-7pm.

Can't make it to the reception? The exhibit can be seen at Art Abilities through April 16 - more info here .

Sewing Lessons for the Adult Beginner and Their Machine at Slowfiber

 
8/8/25
 
$150
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents Sewing Lessons for the Adult Beginner and Their Sewing Machine on Fridays, 11am-1pm, August 8-29. Space is limited - register online . Fee is $150.

This class is designed for beginners or those who haven't sewn in a long time and want to relearn. You'll choose your project with the help of the instructor.

Free Screening of Documentary "Big Sur: The Way It Was"

 
4/10/25
 
Free
 
MIIS, Irvine Auditorium

The Old Monterey Foundation presents a free screening of Robert Blaisdell's historic documentary "Big Sur: The Way It Was" at Irvine Auditorium.

The film includes interviews with writers, artists, and intellectuals such as Henry Miller, Eric Barker, Emil White, and Harry Dick Ross as well as hippies, musicians, bikers, tourists, and the rugged individualists who called Big Sur home in the 1960s.

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...

Skylight Talks: Paintings of the Adobe

 
6/13/26
 
Free
 
Cooper-Molera Adobe - A Historic Site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation

Step back into the vibrant art scene of 1870s and 1880s San Francisco, when new wealth fueled an unprecedented appetite for local art. Join us at Cooper-Molera Adobe Museum on Saturday, June 13 at 2pm for a free, intimate guided tour which explores the lives and works of six remarkable artists whose paintings grace the walls of the Cooper-Molera Adobe historic home.

Emerald Summer Art Camp: Pottery, Painting, Sculpture, Mixed Media

 
6/8/26
 
$290/$520
 
Emerald Art Studio

Emerald Art Studio is offering summer camps. Each week features a unique theme, and campers will enjoy a variety of drawing, painting, and ceramics activities every day, keeping the experience engaging and inspiring throughout the summer.

Garden Art Walk at Cooper-Molera Adobe

 
6/6/26
 
$8 suggested donation
 
Cooper-Molera Adobe - A Historic Site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation

Join us in the Cooper-Molera Adobe gardens, 1pm-3pm, for our Garden Art Walk - an afternoon of creativity, community, and nature. Suggested donation is $8.

Stroll through our beautiful gardens and engage with hands-on art lessons for all ages by artist Kristen Burroughs, including color swatches of the garden, flower coloring pages, and drawing and painting of flowers.

Artist Victoria Stöcker at Six Over Coffee

 
5/29/26
 
Free
 
Six Over Coffee and Company

Artist Victoria Stocker will be showing her work at Six Over Coffee and Company on Friday, May 29, 3:30pm-7pm. Come meet the artist and enjoy her metallic screen prints along with a few of her favorite...

Meet Artist Cheryl Kampe at Venture Gallery

 
6/2/26
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Cheryl Kampe at the gallery on Tuesday June 2, 10am-2pm. This is a chance to speak with Cheryl about her work and see her new exhibit of paintings, Water Lilies and Paris Lights.

YAC Summer Art Workshops for Ages 11-13

Monterey, CA

Does your pre-teen love art? Youth Arts Collective is bringing back our Teaching Across Generations program (TAG), with summer workshops open to artists ages 11-13.

Explore collage, painting, science illustration, and ceramics with us two Saturdays a month, 10am-12pm. Learn more here.

Watercolor Painting 4-Week Class for Beginners

 
7/11/26
 
$220
 
Emerald Art Studio

Led by a professional artist, this class breaks watercolor into approachable steps from brush handling and washes to techniques like wet-on-wet and dry brushing. You'll work on how to bring softness and clarity into your art.

Garden Art Walk at Cooper-Molera Adobe

 
5/2/26
 
$8 suggested donation
 
Cooper-Molera Adobe - A Historic Site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation

Join us in the Cooper-Molera Adobe gardens, 1pm-3pm, for our Garden Art Walk - an afternoon of creativity, community, and nature. Suggested donation is $8.

Stroll through our beautiful gardens and engage with hands-on art lessons for all ages by artist Kristen Burroughs, including color swatches of the garden, flower coloring pages, and drawing and painting of flowers.

Meet Artist Gordon Mayfield at Venture Gallery

 
5/9/26
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Gordon Mayfield on Saturday, May 9, 3pm-5pm, at a reception celebrating the new exhibit of his watercolor paintings, Alive . This is a great chance to speak with Gordon about his work.

Summer Art Camp: A Tabletop LEGO Minecraft Survival Game, Ages 7–12

 
7/27/26
 
$250
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Monterey Museum of Art offers safe, creative experiences and tons of fun for children at our downtown Pacific Street location! Summer Camps are taught by professional educators, offering a wide range of skill-building and creative outlets for children ages five...

Summer Art Camp: A Tabletop LEGO Minecraft Adventure Game, Ages 5–7

 
7/27/26
 
$250
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Monterey Museum of Art offers safe, creative experiences and tons of fun for children at our downtown Pacific Street location! Summer Camps are taught by professional educators, offering a wide range of skill-building and creative outlets for children ages five...

Summer Art Camp: Splash Into Watercolor! Ages 6–8

 
7/6/26
 
$275
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Monterey Museum of Art offers safe, creative experiences and tons of fun for children at our downtown Pacific Street location! Summer Camps are taught by professional educators, offering a wide range of skill-building and creative outlets for children ages five...

Summer Art Camp: Anime Art Camp, Ages 11–14

 
6/22/26
 
$275
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Monterey Museum of Art offers safe, creative experiences and tons of fun for children at our downtown Pacific Street location! Summer Camps are taught by professional educators, offering a wide range of skill-building and creative outlets for children ages five...

Summer Art Camp: From Caves to Canvases, Ages 8–10

 
6/8/26
 
$275
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Each day, campers visit a new era of art at Monterey Art Museum, make fun hands-on projects, and explore how art has changed over time. Perfect for curious campers ages 8-10 who want to create, discover, and go on art adventures.

Held June 8-12, 9am-12pm. Fee is $275 per child. Register here.

The Big Weekend: Members' Morning MMA Member Benefit

 
6/7/26
 
Members Only
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Join the Monterey Museum of Art for a weekend-long celebration of the Winter 2026 Exhibition Season! Free admission all weekend, beginning Friday at 5pm.

Members' Morning

Enjoy The Art of Place Exhibition Season during exclusive member access hours....