Arts & Culture in Monterey

Monterey Jazz Festival

Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd, Monterey, CA 93940

Monterey Jazz hosts the world’s longest-running jazz festival and is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of jazz artists year-round.

Dublin Library Tiny Art Show

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 5:00 PM–3:00 AM UTC · Dublin Library — Dublin Library

A tiny art show is a community art project bringing miniature art to unique spaces. We invite everyone to visit the Dublin Library to see the fourth annual tiny art show. Artwork which is submitted by local teens and adults will be displayed during the month of April in a display case at the Dublin.

RESILIENCE: Licia Wise, Alexia Kutzner, Maria Elena Fuster, Sara DeSmet

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 3:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Cypress College

Answering the call to make art in tumultuous times, the works in this exhibition are by artists who are also art therapists. Using diverse media and processes, they engage creativity as a source and an expression of resilience in the face of potentially overwhelming change and uncertainty. The...

Aravaipa Colorado - Group Trail Run

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 12:00 AM–3:00 AM UTC

Aravaipa Group Trail Run Join Aravaipa Running as we kick-off our first Colorado group trail run! Check-in will take place between 4pm-8pm with the official group run heading out from Fossil Craft Beer Company to Red Rock Canyon Open Space at 5:30pm. Runners can choose to head out on their own or...

Studio Art Junior Portfolio Showcase

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 12:00 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Moulton Hall- Guggenheim Gallery

Studio Art Junior Portfolio Showcase

Mocha Art Workshop for kids 0-5 yrs

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 11:00 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Eastmont Branch Branch Library

Art Workshop for 0-5 yrs old

Yarn & Hook Crochet Club

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 12:00 AM–1:00 AM UTC · Downtown Library — 2nd floor, Copper North

For teens and tweens! Loop, stitch, and hook your way into creativity with our Crochet Club! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just picking up the yarn, join us for a world of colorful threads, cozy projects, and endless inspiration. Bring your projects or learn something new. All experience levels..

Painting Mason Jars Craft Night

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Morgan Hill Library

Transform everyday mason jars into amazing, personalized decor at our upcoming craft night! It’s the perfect chance to relax and take home a beautiful creation. This program is only for Adults 18+. *All materials and supplies provided. For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the.

Fresh Faces at foaSouth

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 4:00 PM–3:00 AM UTC · foaSOUTH

An exhibit featuring works by many first-time Festival of Arts Fine Art Show exhibitors.

Unraveled: Fiber Arts Circle

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Miraleste Library

Bring your projects and join us for a morning of stitches and chit chat. All fiber arts and skill levels are welcome.

Art Nook Mondays: The Colors of Spring Tree Craft

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Atherton Library

This Colorful Paper Plate and Crepe Paper Spring Tree Craft is a fun and easy way for everyone to celebrate spring! Using bright colors and simple materials, you can create a cheerful tree bursting with springtime charm.

Crudo e Nudo’s 5th Anniversary Featuring Guest Chefs & Winemakers

In 1 week · Apr 13 – Apr 20 · Crudo e Nudo

From April 13–19, Crudo e Nudo’s 5th Anniversary Guest Chef & Winemaker Series brings together Chef/Owner Brian Bornemann’s friends for sustainable seafood-driven à la carte specials and inspired natural wine pairings. No prix-fixe — just great fish, wine, and community all-day-long. Kicking things.

The Joy of Drawing: Landscape Drawing for Beginners

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 6:00 PM–7:30 PM UTC · Portola Valley Library

Landscape Drawing for Beginners: A Four-Week Series This exciting series offers engaging 90-minute classes, each designed to build essential landscape drawing skills. By the end of the course, students will have developed a strong foundation in landscape drawing techniques. Week One: Contouring...

Crochet and Community

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 8:30 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Millbrae Library

Join us for Open Crochet, a relaxed drop-in program where crochet enthusiasts of all skill levels can bring their own projects and enjoy crafting together. Share tips, ideas, and conversation in a welcoming community space.

Monterey Bay Aquarium

886 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940

World-class aquarium on Cannery Row. Kelp forest, sea otters, open ocean exhibit, and jellyfish.

Art Cart

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 8:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Grandview Library · Ages 3–12

Unleash your creativity! Use your imagination to make unique arts and craft creations using an assortment of supplies. For families with children ages 3 to 12 years. We welcome persons with disabilities to participate in all our programs and events. For accommodations requests, please email...

Tiny Terrariums: Earth Day Craft for Tweens and Teens

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 11:15 PM–12:15 AM UTC · Sylmar Branch Library

Create your own mini-greenhouse in a jar, with a live plant, moss, soil, and decorations. Nurture a young plant by giving it a home,...

Parent and Me Art Adventures

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 9:30 PM–10:15 PM UTC · Malibu Bluffs Park > Michael Landon Community Center

https://www.malibucity.org/calendar.aspx?EID=15032

Storytime Engineers

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 5:30 PM–7:00 PM UTC · San Diego Air and Space Museum

Dates and Themes Oct 11 (Pumpkin Chunkin’) and 14 (Free Tuesday) I Believe It Flies Create a bird sculpture Imagine the impossible flying Nov 11 (Free Tuesday) Astro”tot” Launch a rocket Pretend to be an astronaut Dec 29 and Jan 2 Winter Wonderland Make a snow globe Read stories about winter...

Sewing Club

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 7:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Rio Vista Library

The Sewing Club is always happy to have new crafters join them and learn or share what they are working on!

Art Therapy

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Concord Library

Use your creative expression and destress with this free art program led by the Library Wellness Team every second and fourth Monday of the month.

Toddler Tuesday

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Kidspace Children’s Museum · Ages Up to 5

Toddler Tuesday takeover: a special morning geared to our littlest guests. The museum is open for all ages.

Art Adventures

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Malibu Bluffs Park > Michael Landon Community Center

https://www.malibucity.org/calendar.aspx?EID=15038

Sewing Basics

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 10:30 PM UTC · San Pedro Regional Branch Library

Learn sewing basics at the library. All skill levels welcome. Machines provided. Space is limited.

Tie Dye Jellyfish Craft

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 10:00 PM–10:45 PM UTC · Chatsworth Branch Library

In celebration of Earth Day in April, join us for a fun afternoon of crafting a tie-dye jellyfish!

Elbow Room: Long Pose Sessions

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 10:30 PM–1:30 AM UTC

Life Drawing Boston A compliment to the Tuesday night scene, Monday nights are a chiller vibe that gives you some space to dive into your art practice. Get some elbow room! Hang! Be less heavily-proctored! Relax! That said, this is NOT a typical, quiet figure drawing group. This is a fun, social,...

Adaptive Arts

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 6:00 PM–2:00 AM UTC · Montrose Library

Adults (18+) with intellectual or developmental disabilities, along with their caregivers, are invited to enjoy craft projects designed for all abilities. We welcome persons with disabilities to participate in all our programs and events. For accommodations requests, please email...

Teen Crafternoons

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 9:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Mattapan Branch Library — Teen Room · Ages 10–17

Bring your creativity to the teen room and select from a variety of craft supplies to make junk journals, paper flowers, watercolor paintings, and beyond. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the...

Sketch Club

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 11:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · San Lorenzo Library — Greenhouse Community Room · Ages 8+

Join our Sketch Club for kids and teens — a fun, creative space to explore drawing techniques and experiment with different materials like watercolor, ink, and pastels. Express your imagination and build artistic confidence with new friends! We'll work on a quick sketch, and a fun art project for...

Back Alley Painters

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 6:00 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Montrose Library

Back Alley Painters is a vibrant group of adults who gather to create, share their work, offer constructive feedback, and enjoy each other's company. Bring your own art supplies—whether watercolor, acrylic, ink, or pencil—and feel free to drop in at any of our meetings. We welcome all...

Neighborhood Ecology

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 7:00 AM–6:59 AM UTC · Brand Library & Art Center

To love Southern California is to love its vibrancy, diversity, and the dynamic communities tucked in its storied neighborhoods. Neighborhood Ecology will bring together a group of local artists whose work highlights different aspects of various Southern California environs: how the area is seen by.

Art Cart

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 8:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Grandview Library · Ages 3–12

Unleash your creativity! Use your imagination to make unique arts and craft creations using an assortment of supplies. For families with children ages 3 to 12 years. We welcome persons with disabilities to participate in all our programs and events. For accommodations requests, please email...

Childrens Storytimes: Toddlers

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 5:00 PM–5:20 PM UTC · Children's Library Little Theater

https://www.beverlyhills.org/calendar.aspx?EID=2594

Bilingual Storytime at Wilma Chan Center

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 6:15 PM–7:15 PM UTC · Fremont, CA

Join us at the Wilma Chan Family Resource Center for a special storytime series over the summer! 11:15am-11:45am - Storytime 11:45am-12:15pm -- Stay and Play activity Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio recordings at our events. Please tell us if you do not wish to be photographed,...

Art Cart

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Glendale Central Library

This is a self-directed, drop-in program. No instruction will be provided— the creative decisions are yours to make! We welcome persons with disabilities to participate in all our programs and events. For accommodations requests, please email LibraryInfo@GlendaleCA.gov Visitors to the...

SLO Library - Bilingual Storytime/Hora de cuentos bilingüe

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 5:00 PM–5:30 PM UTC · San Luis Obispo Library

A bilingual storytime with Iván. Songs and stories in English and Spanish for the whole family. Hora de cuentos bilingüe con Ivan. Cuentos y canciones en inglés y en español para toda la familia. All library programs will be following current California and County of San Luis Obispo health...

Virtual Storytime

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 8:30 PM–9:00 PM UTC

Stories, songs, and more! This storytime is held through Google Meet. Register to receive a link. Ideal for ages 6 and under. Sensory Considerations: Some bright colors and loud noises. Includes singing and clapping. For accessibility accommodations, please call 314-241-2288.

Baby and Toddler Storytime

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 4:30 PM–5:30 PM UTC · Old Town Newhall Library

Preschool Storytime

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Butte County Library

Silent Reading Club

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 1:30 AM–3:15 AM UTC · Buena Vista Branch Library

Silent Reading Club brings readers together for an evening of focused reading time and opportunity to socialize. Bring a book, grab a cup of tea, chat with a neighbor, and find a comfy spot to settle in for a block of silent reading time. The event will begin with an icebreaker activity. We hope to.

Bilingual Storytime

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 8:30 PM–9:30 PM UTC · North, Walker, West e-Libraries

https://www.hialeahfl.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=3313

Storytime with Ms. Sallie at Rancho Grande Park

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 5:30 PM–6:00 PM UTC · San Luis Obispo Library

Join Ms. Sallie for a weekly themed storytime that includes movement, songs, fingerplays, and stories. Please bring a small blanket or towel. This storytime will be at Rancho Grande Park. ¡Acompáñanos a nuestra hora de cuentos, canciones y rimas! Por favor traiga una toalla o una manta.

Reading Bingo

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 12:00 AM–12:00 AM UTC · Union City Library

Join us in celebrating Día del Niño (Day of the Child) at the Union City Library throughout April. Pick up a "Reading Bingo" card at the reference desk and complete five reading activities across or diagonally on your own or with a reading friend. Show us your completed bingo card at the reference..

Meet Cute Book Club

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC

Buder's ′Meet Cute′ book club gathers at Piper's Tea & Coffee one Monday each month at 6 p.m. to chat about our latest romance reads featuring authors like Ali Hazelwood, Katherine Center, and Etta Easton. We are dipping into subgenres with a little bit of historical, western, and fantasy mixed in..

Family Storytime: Pajama Storytime

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 1:00 AM–1:45 AM UTC · <a href="https://www.cityofpasadena.net/library/branches/hastings-library/" target="_blank">Hastings Branch Library</a> · Ages Up to 5

Get cozy and join us for a 30-minute storytime filled with books, songs, puppets, fingerplays, rhymes and fun. A perfect end to your busy day! For ages 0-5 and their caregivers.For accessibility information and requests, contact the library site hosting the program. Providing at least 72 hours...

Storytime/Hora de cuentos

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 5:30 PM–6:00 PM UTC · San Luis Obispo Library

Please join us at the Morro Bay Library for stories, dance, and music with Miss Emily! This program is in English. Juntate para baile, cuentos, y música en la biblioteca de Morro Bay con Miss Emily! Este programa estará en inglés.

iBook Club (ONLINE Program)

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 10:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · <a href="https://www.cityofpasadena.net/library/branches/hastings-library/" target="_blank">Hastings Branch Library</a><br/><a href="https://www.cityofpasadena.net/library/branches/villa-parke-community-center-branch/" target="_blank">Villa Parke Communit · Ages 18+

"New Adult" readers in their 20s and 30s, including participants using speech-generating devices, are welcome. Each month a new topic is discussed. Event is held fully online, hosted by Hastings Branch Library.Presented in Zoom • Sign up here; please provide an email address where...

People & Stories at Blaine St.

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Offsite

Short story discussion group inside Blaine St., a women's medium security jail. Located at 141 Blaine St., SC 95060. Jail Reach program led by Jesse Silva and Susan Nilsson.

Monday Evening Storytime @Central CCR

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 1:30 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Central Library · Ages 2–5

Family Storytime for ages 2-5 Mondays, 6:30PM-7:00PM at the Central Library, 4th Floor, 2090 Kittredge Street in Berkeley Jump into your jammies and join us for stories, songs, puppets, and more! Questions? Give us a call at 510-981-6223

Golden Valley Book Club: Hello Beautiful

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 13, 11:30 PM–1:00 AM UTC

Join our discussion of new and interesting titles. Hosted by Golden Valley Library. April 13: Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano The link to the live online discussion will be emailed to registrants in advance (within 24 hours of the event). Learn more about participating in virtual library events.