Arts Council for Monterey County

Chicago Piano Quartet
2024-04-27 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Sunset Center, San Carlos St at Ninth Ave, Carmel by the Sea, CA, 93921
Pre-concert lecture at 6:30 pm. The program includes pieces by Turina, Cras, and Brahms.
FULL DESCRIPTION
Joaquín Turina Piano Quartet
Jean Cras String Trio
Johannes Brahms Piano Quartet No. 3 in C Minor, op. 60
Performers
Desiree Ruhstrat, violin
Aurelien Fort Pederzoli, viola
David Cunliffe, cello
Marta Aznavoorian, piano
About the Performers
Violinist Desirée Ruhstrat, cellist David Cunliffe, and pianist Marta Aznavoorian are known to the CMMB audience for their successful performance in October 2021 as the Lincoln Trio. Ruhstrat, Cunliffe, and violist Aurélien Fort Pederzoli make up the critically-acclaimed Black Oak Ensemble, one of the leading string trios on the international scene. When the two trios combine (yes, in this case, 3 + 3 = 4!), they become the superlative CHICAGO PIANO QUARTET.
The honors, achievements, and critical acclaim garnered by the Lincoln Trio and the Black Oak Ensemble are too numerous to mention. The Lincoln Trio was nominated for a 2017 GRAMMY Award for Best Performance by a Small Ensemble; their playing was praised by Joshua Kosman as “fervent and imaginative” and by The Strad as “sensational.” The Black Oak Ensemble’s latest CD reached #1 on the Billboard Classical Charts in July 2022. Since then, it has been lauded in the U.S. and international press, including Canada, the Netherlands, and Germany. Fanfare said, “The players fully inhabit the spirit of whatever work they are playing at the moment, performing each one with as ardent a flame as if they had written it themselves.”

Central Coast Art Association Spring Juried Show
2024-04-29 09:00 - 2024-06-27 17:00 | Meals on Wheels, 700 Jewell Avenue, Pacific Grove, 93950
Dozens of artists from the Central Coast Art Association will exhibit their work from April 29 to June 27 at Meals on Wheels, 700 Jewell Ave in Pacific Grove. The opening reception will be on May 10th from 5-7, featuring music, refreshments, and a live judging and awards ceremony. The public is welcome.
Sales from the show will benefit the Meals on Wheels program which offers home delivered meals, group dining and active living programs to seniors, disabled adults, veterans, and other underserved populations.
The Central Coast Art Association welcomes new artist members and volunteers to participate in our vibrant community.

The Eloquent Suri of Ethiopia: People, Art, Culture, Language through August 16, 2024
2024-05-01 07:00 - 2024-08-16 19:00 | McCone Atrium Gallery (McCone Upper Lobby), 499 Pierce Street, Monterey, California
The Suri people of Ethiopia, who live in the country’s remote southwest corner, are a proud and resilient people with creative and exquisite adornment traditions. They are also passionate about preserving their culture and language. The Eloquent Suri of Ethiopia exhibition, on view already and through August 16 at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies (MIIS) in Monterey, introduces the Peninsula community to this engaging people, their art, culture and language.
Please join us in celebrating the Eloquent Suri and their inspiring stories, while gaining greater understanding of the challenges they face. For more information about the exhibition or the overall Eloquent Suri project, please contact Mark Overgaard (mark@movergaard.com).
Availability: now through August 16, 2024; accessible to the public 7am – 7pm weekdays, except on holidays observed by MIIS.

First Friday Monterey Museum of Art
2024-05-03 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-06-07 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-07-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Monterey Museum of Art, 559 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA 93940, 559 Pacific Street, Monterey, 93940
FREE after-hours access to the Museum on the First Friday of the month. Join us for an evening of art, music, and community gathering!

Monterey Museum of Art - First Friday
2024-05-03 17:00 - 19:00 | 559 Pacific St, Monterey, CA, United States, California
Enjoy FREE after-hours access at the Museum on the first Friday of every month. Join us for an evening of art, music, and community! Live music by Brianna Colliard.

First Friday Artist Reception
2024-05-03 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-06-07 17:00 - 20:00 | ArtWorks @Salinas, 262 Main Street, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Come to this special artist reception for the ArtWorks @Salinas art exhibit Moments in My Life by r. mike nichols, to be held on the first Friday of each month starting at 5 pm the first Friday of April, May, and June, to see the art, meet the artist, and enjoy tasty refreshments and appetizers.
This exhibit is free and open to the public. We look forward to seeing you!

4th Annual Oceans Arts Festival: Monterey!
2024-05-11 13:00 - 16:00 | Monterey Museum of Art, 559 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA 93940, 559 Pacific Street, Monterey, 93940
A family-friendly event featuring ocean-themed visual and performing art created by artists under the age of 24

Carmel Art Walk
2024-05-11 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-06-08 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-07-13 16:00 - 19:00 | Throughout Carmel by the Sea, CA, 93921, United States
Founded and run by local artists, the Carmel Art Walk is a free and family-friendly event. Support our local artists and keep the HEART of Carmel beating strong! Carmel Art Walk is the second Saturday every month from 4pm-7pm and is open to the public. Tour artist-owned galleries and meet the artists who carry on the Carmel-by-the-Sea artist colony legacy. Follow the blue lanterns at each gallery.

Carmel Art Festival
2024-05-17 11:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Carmel, Ocean Ave, Carmel, CA, 93921, United States
The Carmel Art Festival is three-day series of art-related events centred around one of the premier plein air painting competitions in California. Events include live music, a sculpture demonstration, art activities for families and more. Award ceremony and VIP reception with live music and wine and good from some of Carmel’s most celebrated restaurants and tasting rooms on Friday, May 17 from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

2024 Pacific Grove Chalk the Block
2024-05-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Mechanics Bank Plaza – Pacific Grove, 561 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, 93950
Join us for the 2nd Annual CHALK THE BLOCK in Downtown Pacific Grove, presented by the PG Downtown Business Improvement District and Arts District PG! Whether you’re a professional artist or just want to join in on the fun, all are welcome!

Saturday, May 18, 2024
10:00 am – 2:00 pm (Check-in starts at 9am)
Mechanics Bank Plaza on Lighthouse Avenue
FREE to compete — registration is required as space is limited

You will be provided eco-friendly chalk to use, but you can also bring your own non-toxic supplies, too! Teams of artists are encouraged (no more than 4 people), but individual artists are more than welcome. Compete for category prizes or just for fun!

Monterey Symphony PINNACLES Concert
2024-05-18 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-05-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Sunset Center, San Carlos St at Ninth Ave, Carmel by the Sea, CA, 93921
Jayce Ogren, Music Director and Conductor
*********TICKETS ON SALE AUGUST 1, 2023*********
TICKETS: $45-$88
STUDENTS, TEACHERS, ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY: $12
PROGRAM:
MAHLER Symphony No. 5 [Running Time 65′]

Festa Italia
2024-05-24 08:00 - 18:00 | CA
Festival in Monterey’s custom house plaza. Authentic Italian food, squid, pizza, pastas & more. Music in Italian, Rick & roll & dancing. Free. Wine & beer

First Friday Monterey Museum of Art
2024-06-07 17:00 - 19:00 | 559 Pacific St, Monterey, CA, United States, California
Kick off summer with a special First Friday outdoors in Frances Elkins Park, right next to the Museum. Enjoy free admission to the Museum, live music by artist Kris Angelis, and a plein air still life art activity inspired by David Ligare: Spheres of Influence, on exhibit in the Museum. Come toast to a summer filled with sunshine and artmaking, open to all ages!

First Friday Monterey Museum of Art
2024-06-07 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-07-05 17:00 - 19:00 | 559 Pacific St, Monterey, CA, United States, California
Enjoy FREE after-hours access at the Museum on the first Friday of every month. Join us for an evening of art, music, and community!

Featuring live music by jazz musician Glenn Bell.

Refreshments available for purchase from Silvestri Vineyards, Comanche Cellars, and Other Brother Beer Co.

Controlled Chaos Improv at Wave Street Studios!
2024-06-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Wave Street Studios, 774 Wave Street, Monterey, 93940
We can all use a good laugh these days! Come watch “Controlled Chaos” put their own twist on traditional improv. Quick wit and spontaneous energy is combined with truth in comedy to bring something fresh to the stage! A good time is guaranteed for all. You may pay for a whole seat, but watch as these improvisers keep you on the edge of it!

Free Community Resource Celebration
2024-06-08 11:00 - 15:00 | Rabobank Stadium Salinas Sports Complex, 1034 N Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901
Join us for a first of it’s kind Community Celebration on June 8th, 2024 at Rabobank Stadium!Be one of the lucky attendees to enjoy free activities, hear powerful speeches, interact with community resource providers, learn about prevention, health, wellness and so much more!First 500 people to reserve their FREE tickets will receive a special gift upon entry!Enjoy the below FREE activities & more!CSUMB Students Audio Visual Art DisplaysCarnival GamesTag MazeLight Race GameFace Painting70ft Obstacle Course (all ages)Bounce House (5 and under)Narcan Education & DistributionHands-on Activities* Virtual Run participation is encouraged but NOT required to attend** Food & Drinks for purchase

Controlled Chaos Improv!
2024-06-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Pacific Grove Art Center, 568 Lighthouse Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
For Immediate Release

Comedy Variety Showcase Presents “Controlled Chaos” Improv!
“Controlled Chaos” Improv puts their own twist on traditional improvisational theatre. Quick wit and spontaneous energy is combined with truth in comedy to bring something fresh and fun to the stage! A good time is guaranteed for all. We can all use a good laugh these days! You may pay for a whole seat, but watch as these improvisers keep you on the edge of it! 16+

Show Date: Saturday, June 8, 2024 7pm

Pacific Grove Art Center
568 Lighthouse Avenue
Pacific Grove, CA 93950

General Admission: $15

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/controlled-chaos-comedy-improv-show-tickets-883179412397?aff=oddtdtcreator

For more information contact Maria Dawson, Director
comedyvarietyshowcase@gmail.com
https://www.comedyvarietyshowcase.com/controlledchaos

Comedy Variety Showcase Mission Statement
To inspire, create, and deliver entertaining comedy experiences in an intimate theatre setting.

Controlled Chaos Improv at the Pacific Grove Art Center!
2024-06-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Pacific Grove Art Center, 568 Lighthouse Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States

Flute Choir Camp, Session 1
2024-06-28 15:00 - 17:00 | 517 Hartnell Street, Monterey, 517 Hartnell Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
SESSION 1: June 24-28, 2024 | 3-5PM
SESSION 2: July 22-26, 2024 | 5-7PM
Rehearsals at 517 Hartnell Street, Monterey | Concert Venue TBA

Flute choir is an ensemble consisting of all different kinds of flutes (piccolos, C flutes, alto flutes, and bass flutes). KFS is offering two 5-day Flute Choir Camp sessions this summer. Each will cover unique repertoire, so you can join for one session or both. No prior flute choir experience is required, but two years playing experience is recommended.

Flute Choir Camp includes:
– A brief orientation for parents and students
– Unique, fun repertoire
– Daily group warm-ups and community building
– Daily rehearsals
– A Flute Choir Showcase Concert

$275 per student will cover:
– Sheet music and folders
– Daily group instruction
– Rehearsal space rental fees
– Low flute rental fees
– Flute Choir Camp T-shirt

REGISTER BY JUNE 15!!

Seaside Artist Association Art Exhibition
2024-07-01 08:00 - 2024-09-05 17:00 | Walter Lee Avery Gallery at Seaside City Hall, 440 Harcourt Avenue, Seaside, CA, 93955
Twenty-four artists from the Seaside Artist Association will be displaying work employing a variety of media at the Walter Avery Gallery. The free evening reception will be held July 19th, from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. Come and meet the artists, view their art and find out the inside story on those you admire!

If you can’t make the reception, you will still be able to view the art just by stopping in to Seaside City Hall within their business hours of 8:00a.m. – 5:00p.m., Monday through Fridays.

First Friday Artist Reception
2024-07-05 17:30 - 20:00 | ArtWorks @Salinas, 262 Main Street, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Come to this special artist reception for the ArtWorks @Salinas art exhibit Glaze, Stain, Pour: Embodied Alter-Tales by Dani Torvik, to be held on the first Friday of each month starting at 5:30 pm the first Friday of July, August, and September, to see the art, meet the artist, and enjoy tasty refreshments and appetizers.

This exhibit is free and open to the public. We look forward to seeing you!

Glaze, Stain, Pour: Embodied Alter-Tales Art Exhibit at ArtWorks @Salinas
2024-07-05 17:30 - 2024-09-30 14:00 | ArtWorks @Salinas, 262 Main Street, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Opening Friday, July 5th through Sunday, September 30th, visit ArtWorks @Salinas to see the latest exhibit, “Glaze, Stain, Pour: Embodied Alter-Tales” featuring paintings by Dani Torvik. The public is invited to visit ArtWorks @Salinas from Friday – Sunday from 10 am – 2 pm weekly.

There will also be special artist receptions to be held on the first Friday of each month during the exhibit, starting at 5:30 pm the first Friday of July, August, and September, to see the art, meet the artist, and enjoy tasty refreshments and appetizers.

This exhibit is free and open to the public. We look forward to seeing you!

First Friday Pacific Grove-Celebrating Independent Businesses!
2024-07-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, 612 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, 93950
Join us for our upcoming First Friday Pacific Grove Celebrating Independent Businesses!!! July 5, 2024 from 6-9pm! Enjoy Community, Live Music, Art Openings, Artists, Great Food and fun for the whole family!
