Exhibits & Galleries in Essex, CA

Meet the Artist with Ms. Nicole

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 23, 6:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Pretend City Children's Museum · 29 Hubble, Irvine, CA 92618, Irvine, CA

Learn about a different artist each month and explore their artistic style through a hands-on activity led by our Art Studio Lead, Nicole. Times 11am & 2:30pm

Art Explorations: Paint Your Emotions

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 11:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Joyce Ellington Branch Library · 491 E. Empire St, San Jose, CA

Join us for a fun and creative art program where children will explore power of emotions through painting! In this hands-on program, kids will learn how to express their feelings using colors, shapes, and brushstrokes. Whether they are happy, excited, or feeling calm, they will have a chance to...

Dublin Library Tiny Art Show

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 23, 5:00 PM–3:00 AM UTC · Dublin Library · 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA

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.

Soo Kim: (Charlie sings in the quietest voice)

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 23, 6:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Cal State Fullerton · 800 N State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92831, Fullerton, CA

Soo Kim: (Charlie sings in the quietest voice)College of the Arts Galleries | Visual Arts Complex, Building G Exhibition Dates: October 4, 2025 – May 16, 2026Location: Begovich Gallery Gallery Hours + Visitor's InformationCOTA Galleries Artist Lecture Series + InConversation Known for her...

Fresh Faces at foaSouth

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 23, 4:00 PM–3:00 AM UTC · foaSOUTH · 1006 S. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651, Laguna Beach, CA

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

Earth Day - Climate Justice Collective Art

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 10:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · South Novato Library · 931 C St, Novato, CA

EARTH DAY - COLLECTIVE CLIMATE JUSTICE ART Imagine a collaborative work of art built with recycled materials! Send a message to your community about caring for the environment. This collective climate justice art will be showcasing at the Primaveras celebration on April 25th! DIA DE LA TIERRA -...

After School Animation: Beginner Mixed Media (Spring 2026)

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 11:00 PM UTC · Walt Disney Family Museum · 104 Montgomery St, San Francisco, CA 94129, San Francisco, CA

Carole Caroompas: Mystical Unions

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 23, 6:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Cal State Fullerton · 800 N State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92831, Fullerton, CA

Carole Caroompas: Mystical UnionsCollege of the Arts Galleries | Visual Arts Complex, Building G Exhibition Dates: October 4, 2025 – May 2, 2026Location: Begovich Gallery Gallery Hours + Visitor's InformationCOTA Galleries Artist Lecture Series + InConversation The landmark exhibition...

Exhibition: “Animals” by the RSF Art Guild

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 23, 12:00 AM–12:00 AM UTC · Rancho Santa Fe Library · 17040 Avenida de Acacias, Rancho Santa Fe, CA

The Rancho Santa Fe Library’s Media Room (17040 Avenida de Acacias, RSF) is currently featuring the exhibition “Animals” by the Rancho Santa Fe Art Guild. Enjoy a beautiful collection of paintings celebrating the diversity and charm of animals. The show is open to the public Monday through...

After School Animation: Advanced Digital Animation (Spring 2026)

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 11:00 PM UTC · Walt Disney Family Museum · 104 Montgomery St, San Francisco, CA 94129, San Francisco, CA

After School Animation: Intermediate Hand-Drawn Animation (Spring 2026)

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 11:00 PM UTC · Walt Disney Family Museum · 104 Montgomery St, San Francisco, CA 94129, San Francisco, CA

Teens Create: Upcycled Art

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Coronado Public Library · 640 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA

Construct, craft, and create at our twice-monthly S.T.E.A.M. activity for teens! This in-person program takes place on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at 3:30 pm. Today's Activity: Upcycled art. Celebrate Earth Day by making buttons and zines using withdrawn Library books and magazines.

Neighborhood Ecology

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 23, 7:00 AM–6:59 AM UTC · Brand Library & Art Center · 1601 W Mountain Street, Glendale, CA

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.

Wild Wooly Wednesdays!

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 9:30 PM–1:30 AM UTC

Twisted Stitchers Pick a fiber craft, any fiber craft, and come join us. Anyone is welcome, so come check out our knit/crochet/spin/felt/whatever hangout! Please do not plan to attend if you are not vaccinated. Start time is flexible - people can come and go as they please - there may be nights...

Hoffstetter Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club Online

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 23, 12:00 AM–2:00 AM UTC

This Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club Meets Online the 4th Wednesday of the Month. January-October. November is usually the 3rd Wednesday. They read a selection of Science Fiction & Fantasy books. The book is Remnant Population by Elizabeth Moon For a Meeting link, contact the Library.

Patrick Watson | Uh Oh Tour

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 23, 2:00 AM UTC · Epstein Family Amphitheater · 9480 Innovation Lane, San Diego, CA · Ages 18+

Patrick Watson composes, performs, and records his albums with his long-time bandmate and collaborator and multi-instrumentalists Mishka Stein and Olivier Fairfield. The Canadian artist reached gold and platinum status in over multiple countries (including five certified gold albums in Canada), and.

Teen Crafts and Stuff: DIY Zen Gardens

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Old Town Newhall Library · 24500 Main St, Santa Clarita, CA

Celebrate Earth Day with a calming craft! Teens will create their own mini zen gardens using sand, stones, and natural elements. A relaxing, hands-on activity that encourages mindfulness and appreciation for the planet.

Teen Crafting @ Montclair

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Montclair Branch Branch Library · 1687 Mountain Boulevard, Oakland, CA · Ages 10–17

Come hang out and get crafty every fourth Wednesday at 2:00pm. We look forward to seeing you there!

Adult Literacy Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 23, 5:30 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Bob Lucas Memorial Library & Literacy Center · 2659 Lincoln Avenue, Altadena, CA · Ages 18+

Join adult literacy learners for our first ever Adult Literacy Book Club. A limited supply of books will be available on a first-come, first serve basis beginning February 27.

Chevy Chase Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 23, 12:30 AM–1:30 AM UTC · Chevy Chase Library · 3301 East Chevy Chase Drive, Glendale, CA

Join our monthly book club for an engaging discussion of our latest selection, Title TBD. New members are always welcome. 12 copies of Title TBD is available for check out from the Chevy Chase Library service desk six weeks prior to the book club meeting date. Please stop by the Chevy Chase Library.

Crafternoon: Paint a Toy

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Old Town Newhall Library · 24500 Main St, Santa Clarita, CA

Each child will get their own bendable wooden animal toy to paint.

Music & Movement

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 23, 1:30 AM–2:15 AM UTC · Mitchell Park Library · 3700 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA

Bring your dancing feet to the Mitchell Park Library on Wednesday evenings for Music & Movement with Librarian Celina. Build early literacy skills through movement, songs, and dance. Instruments, songs, and dance moves will all be introduced so that everyone will be able to enjoy moving along to...

Sewing Machine Open Studio @North

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 23, 12:00 AM–2:00 AM UTC · North Branch · 1170 The Alameda, Berkeley, CA 94707, Berkeley, CA

This is a self-directed opportunity to use our sewing machines on site for your own project. Some basic supplies and staff help with setting up a machine will be available. If you need a specific color of thread for your project, please bring it with you.

Bee & Butterfly Sustainability Festival

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 10:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Valley Center Library · 29200 Cole Grade Road, Valley Center, CA

Join us for Valley Center's 6th Annual Bee & Butterfly Sustainability Festival FREE & OPEN TO ALL Celebrate bees, butterflies, and pollinators! Pick up a Pollinator Passport and collect stamps and freebies at our community booths and tables loaded with activities and crafts including mammoth...

A.R.T. Now: Pointillism

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Downtown Library · 224 Church St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, Santa Cruz, CA

Art (in) Real Time. Discover in depth, the long lost "A" in S.T.E.A.M.! This month, we’re exploring the unique art style of Pointillism. We will learn about the artists that pioneered this art style, some famous works made in the pointillist style and then make our very own masterpieces! Each...

Adaptive Arts

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 23, 6:00 PM–2:00 AM UTC · Montrose Library · 2465 Honolulu Avenue, Montrose, CA

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...

Knitting & Crafts Circle

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Adams Street Branch Library · 690 Adams Street, Dorchester, CA

You're invited to join our knitters and crafters in conversation and fun! This is not a formal class, just a community-building and skill-sharing afternoon! Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the...

Read & Write Book Club - for adults learning English

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 23, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Newark Library · 37055 Newark Blvd., Newark, CA

Want to improve your English reading, writing, and conversation skills? This is the book club for you! We will be reading All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten by Robert Fulghum. Copies of the book will be provided. This book club is recommended for adults learning English who are at..

Teen Crafternoons @ Main TeenZone

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 10:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Main Library TeenZone Branch Library · 125 14th Street, Oakland, CA · Ages 10–17

Make your crafty dreams come true at our weekly Teen Crafternoons! Drop by the Main Library TeenZone every Wednesday between 3:00-5:00pm to bead, sew, paint, glue, crochet, collage, and more with our collection of craft materials. For youth in 6th-12th grades. Get accessibility information .

Novato Wednesday Evening Book Club: The Furrows by Namwali Serpell

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 23, 1:30 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Novato Library · 1720 Novato Blvd, Novato, CA

Join others at the Novato Library Wednesday Evening Book Club on Wednesday, April 22, 6:30-7:30 pm for a volunteer-led discussion of The Furrows by Namwali Serpell . Everyone is welcome to attend this free event, no registration is required. Request a copy of the book online or ask at the main desk.

Earth Day Craft @THP South

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 10:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch · 1901 Russell St, Berkeley, CA 94703, Berkeley, CA

Participants will create mixed-media sea creatures such as fish, turtles, and other ocean life using collage materials and paint. In addition, we’ll make abstract Earth paintings by dipping balloons into cool green and blue tones and stamping them onto paper to form our textured planets....

Kids Crafternoon

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Melrose Branch Branch Library · 4805 Foothill Boulevard, Oakland, CA

Join us for a chill afternoon with simple crafts for kids. You can work on your craft at the library or take a bag home to make later. Most crafts involve coloring, simple cutting, and gluing. Get accessibility information .