Arts Council for Monterey County

Paper Wing Theatre: Jagged Little Pill
2027-03-20 19:30 - 21:00, 2027-03-19 19:30 - 21:00, 2027-03-13 19:30 - 21:00, 2027-03-12 19:30 - 21:00, 2027-03-06 19:30 - 21:00, 2027-03-05 19:30 - 21:00, 2027-02-27 19:30 - 21:00, 2027-02-26 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Paper Wing Theatre 711 Cannery Row Suite I Monterey, Ca. 93940, 711 Canner Row Suite I, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Jagged Little Pill is a powerful and emotionally charged musical inspired by the iconic album by Alanis Morissette. With a compelling story by Academy Award–winning writer Diablo Cody and music that defined a generation, this groundbreaking show explores the complexities of modern life with raw honesty and unforgettable songs.
Set in a seemingly picture-perfect suburban home, the story follows the Healy family as they navigate love, secrets, and the pressures of keeping up appearances. Beneath the surface, each family member is struggling with their own challenges, addiction, identity, trauma, and the search for connection. As their carefully constructed world begins to unravel, they must confront uncomfortable truths and discover what it really means to heal.
Featuring electrifying performances of Morissette’s beloved hits, including “You Oughta Know,” “Hand in My Pocket,” and “Ironic”, Jagged Little Pill blends rock concert energy with deeply human storytelling. Bold, moving, and intensely relevant, this Tony and Grammy Award–winning musical shines a spotlight on resilience, empathy, and the power of community.
Recommended for mature audiences due to strong language and adult themes.

Seas the Summer
2027-03-20 11:00 - 15:00, 2027-03-14 11:00 - 15:00, 2027-03-13 11:00 - 15:00, 2027-03-07 11:00 - 15:00, 2027-03-06 11:00 - 15:00, 2027-02-28 11:00 - 15:00, 2027-02-27 11:00 - 15:00 | CA
Join the Western Flyer Foundation for Seas the Summer, a free community event series taking place every Saturday and Sunday from August 1 through September 6, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. along the Moss Landing waterfront.
Enjoy a variety of hands-on art and science activities, free docked tours of the historic Western Flyer and Sunflower Star Laboratory, Saturday seminars with local experts, community outreach booths, local artists and vendors, and family-friendly activities celebrating the unique marine environment of Monterey Bay.
A special celebration featuring the Monterey Bay Fisheries Trust and Moss Landing Marine Laboratories will take place on Sunday, August 30, including a free uni tasting for guests 18 and older.
Location: Woodward Marine Market, 10932 Clam Way, Moss Landing, CA 95039
Admission is free. For the full event lineup and to learn more visit www.westernflyer.org/events or follow @westernflyerfoundation on Instagram.

Miss Sarah Sunshine
2027-03-19 10:15 - 11:00, 2027-03-12 10:15 - 11:00, 2027-03-05 10:15 - 11:00, 2027-02-26 10:15 - 11:00 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Please join our very own local celebrity, Miss Sarah Sunshine from It’s Circle Time, every Friday from 10:15 to 11:00 at MY Museum.
This educational and fun program will include singing, dancing, stories, and much more.
It’s Circle Time is a playful learning space where songs, stories, and meaningful connections come together. Designed for young children and the adults who love them, their content supports early literacy, emotional growth, and joyful learning—one circle at a time.
Fee: Included with daily admission, free admission for members.

Make & Take Crafts
2027-03-18 10:15 - 10:45, 2027-03-11 10:15 - 10:45, 2027-03-04 10:15 - 10:45, 2027-02-25 10:15 - 10:45 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Get crafty with us on Thursday mornings!
Art making plays a central role in cognitive, motor, language, and social-emotional development. Enjoy creative exploration and make something fun to take home, too.
Recommended for children ages 2 and older.
Fee: Included with daily admission. free admission for members.

Toddler Gymnastics
2027-03-17 10:15 - 10:45, 2027-03-10 10:15 - 10:45, 2027-03-03 10:15 - 10:45 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Join us on Wednesdays as we partner with Shea’s Gymnastics
Toddlers will learn about the basics of gymnastics through games and movement in this fun and engaging Caregiver & Me program.
Recommended for children ages 2-5.
Fee: Included with daily admission.

Monterey Bay Poetry Consortium
2027-03-13 17:30 - 18:30 | Pacific Grove Public Library, 550 Central Ave, Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Pacific Grove Public Library hosts a monthly reading by poets from Central California and beyond, organized by the Monterey Bay Poetry Consortium. Enjoy all styles of poetry, created fresh by local poets. Sept. 13: Avery Burns and Lee Knight Jr.; Oct. 11: Chrissy Hernandez and Brandi Kary.

Carmel Art Walk
2027-03-13 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.

Night Market 831
2027-03-05 17:00 - 21:00 | sand city art park, 525 Ortiz Ave, Sand City, CA, 93955, United States
Inspired by the vibrant open-air street bazaars from around the world, Night Market 831 is a lively gathering where friends and families can sip, savor, socialize, dance, shop, and explore. Held in the colorful Sand City Art Park, surrounded by stunning murals, the market creates a unique and inviting atmosphere. We are committed to fostering a safe, fun, and inclusive community space, featuring a rotating lineup of local performers, creatives, and entrepreneurs who bring their talents to life each month.

First Friday Monterey Museum of Art
2027-03-05 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!
