Stanton Art Market

Monterey History and Art at Stanton Center 5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, California

Celebrate the local arts and embrace the spirit of community at our Winter Stanton Art Market! Immerse yourself in a captivating showcase of local talent and creativity, where artists from our very own community come together to share their extraordinary works. Explore a diverse array of paintings, sculptures, crafts, and more, all crafted with passion […]

Free

Christmas in the Adobes – Casa Serrano & Mayo Hayes O’Donnell Library

Christmas in the Adobes (Casa Serrano and Mayo Hayes O’Donnell Library open) Step into the magic of the season at Monterey’s Christmas in the Adobes! Wander through the historic Casa Serrano and Mayo Hayes O’Donnell Library, adorned with enchanting holiday decorations, and immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere. Join MHAA for a celebration of culture […]

$30 – $45

Kwanzaa Celebration

Monterey History and Art at Stanton Center 5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, California

Glodean Champion, in partnership with Black Leaders and Allies Collaborative (BLAAC) & Juneteenth Coalition, invites you to join us for an evening of soul-stirring food and a conversation about building stronger love and unity in our community. Celebrating Kwanzaa, a seven-day holiday that celebrates African-American history, values, family, culture, and community.Please join us for Kuumba, the sixth day […]

$25 – $30

Author Talk with Nidhi Chanani

Monterey History and Art at Stanton Center 5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, California

The Monterey Public Library and Monterey History and Art Association are teaming up to bring you An Author Talk with Nidhi Chanani! Nidhi Chanani is known for writing and illustrating children’s graphic novels (Pashmina, Jukebox and Shark Princess.) She is going to talk about her journey to becoming a graphic novelist, her writing and drawing process, and her newest […]

Free

Comedy Improv Night at the Stanton

Get ready to laugh out loud with Controlled Chaos, Monterey’s very own improv group! Join us for a night of spontaneous comedy, where every scene is created on the spot before your eyes. Don’t miss the hilarity and joy of this unscripted performance – it’s a night of Controlled Chaos you won’t forget! CLICK HERE […]

$20 – $30

The Star, The Saint And The City

Casa Serrano 412 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA, United States

You are invited to a Book Lecture by local author Bill Briggs on “How Sam Brannon’s Newspaper Heralded The Gold Rush and Created San Francisco.” Like a Greek tragedy set in Gold Rush California, THE STAR, THE SAINT AND THE CITY is the true story of publisher Samuel Brannan, who amassed California’s first great fortune. He became […]