Arts & Culture in Moraga, CA

Museums, galleries, theater, dance, and cultural events in Moraga, CA. Feed your creative side.

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Mystery Book Club

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 12:30 AM–1:30 AM UTC · Alpine Library · 1752 Alpine Boulevard, Alpine, CA

Do you like whodunits, creepy psychological thrillers, or even cozy detective tales? Join your fellow mystery fans in our Mystery & Thriller book discussion group! This month's selection is The Art Thief , by Michael Finkel

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Thready, Steady, Sew!

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 11:00 PM–1:00 AM UTC · Foothill Ranch Library · Lake Forest, CA · Ages 13–17

This workshop is an open lab where you can bring any sewing project you're working on, get help, and find inspiration through books! Ten sewing machines are available. Registration required. Please...

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VAPA Students Show 2026

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 3:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Cypress College · 9200 Valley View St, Cypress, CA 90630, Cypress, CA

The Cypress College Art Gallery showcases student work from all Visual and Performing Arts disciplines. This free event takes place in the Cypress College Art Gallery. Opening night is May 7.

Hanging Origami Cranes @ Harte

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 12:00 AM–1:00 AM UTC · <a href="http://maps.google.com/?q=1595+W+Willow+St%2c+Long+Beach%2c+CA+90810" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Harte Neighborhood Library, 1595 W. Willow St. 90810</a> · Long Beach, CA

Origami cranes have a powerful significance in Japanese culture. The tradition of folding 1,000 origami cranes, or “senbazuru,” is thought to grant the origami folder a wish, such as a long life or recovery from illness. Learn how to start folding origami cranes at Harte and create your...

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Brush Painting Workshop

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 12:15 AM–1:45 AM UTC · Montrose Library · 2465 Honolulu Avenue, Montrose, CA

Explore different brush painting techniques during these workshops. Due to its popularity, instructor Robyn Butcher-Whitla, an artist, illustrator, teacher, tutor and life coach, is conducting an additional brush painting workshop each month. Expand your crafting skills in this special workshop....

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Haines Gallery – Andy Goldsworthy: For Olle & Once The Ocean Floor With Four Artists

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 5:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Fort Mason Center · 2 Marina Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94123, San Francisco, CA

@ About Event Details About the Artists Gallery Plan Your Visit Andy Goldsworthy: For Olle & Once The Ocean Floor With Four Artists Presented By Haines Gallery Haines Gallery presents two dynamic exhibitions – Andy Goldsworthy: For Olle and Once The Ocean Floor: Photography By John Chiara, Linda...

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Adult Fiber Arts Group

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 11:00 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Westminster Library · Westminster, CA · Ages 18+

Do you knit or crochet? Join us for a drop-in fiber arts session. Bring your own projects. This group is open to all levels. Some supplies provided; cross stitch, needlepoint, hand sewing, embroidery,...

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Senior Nutrition Craft

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 5:30 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Stanton Branch Library · Orange County, CA · Ages 55+

Looking for a fun way to connect with others and get a little creative? Join us for a quick and easy craft session designed just for seniors! We'll make a simple, fun craft while we wait for lunch to...

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Spanish Storytimes

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 5:15 PM–5:45 PM UTC · Peninsula Center Library · 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates, CA

Sing, dance, and enjoy stories in Spanish! This lively program blends music, movement, and storytelling to introduce new languages and celebrate cultures. Designed for children 18 months to 5 years, with all ages welcome. No registration required. Brought to you by Global Lingual Academy.

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Sewing Basics

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Central Library · Los Angeles, CA

In this introductory lesson, participants will get hands-on experience with our sewing machines and learn the basics needed to begin their own projects! These include, but are not limited to: winding bobbins,...

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Puppet Art Theater Company - Jack and the Beanstalk

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 11:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Danville Library · 400 Front Street, Danville, CA

Jack and his cow are separated when Jack is tricked into trading her for a handful of "magic" beans. Jack climbs the enormous beanstalk that grows from the beans and the adventure begins! Will Jack defeat the Giant? Will he take home the golden egg laying chicken? Join us and find out! Generously...

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Object Drawing: An Interest Group for Adults

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 12:00 AM–1:00 AM UTC · Anaheim Central Library · Anaheim, CA

Step into a new creative space for artists of all levels to perfect their craft of drawing and hone in on their sketching skills. Please be informed that this is not an instructed art class; it’s s...

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Adult Nature Craft

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 12:00 AM–1:00 AM UTC · El Toro Library · Orange County, CA · Ages 18+

Create a beautiful and sustainable craft inspired by the natural world. May highlight: wildflower seed bombs All supplies are provided by the library. This program is for adults only (16+). No...

Matt Passmore: Tied/Untied

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 7:00 AM–6:59 AM UTC · Fort Mason Center · 2 Marina Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94123, San Francisco, CA

Matt Passmore’s Tied/Untied Sculpture greats visitors to the Fort Mason Center For Arts & Culture waterfront campus.

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Teen Service Hour

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 12:00 AM–1:00 AM UTC · El Toro Library · Lake Forest, CA · Ages 10–17

Need an hour of community service for school credit? Drop by the El Toro Library and help with some light cleaning or craft prep! Upcoming dates and times: Tuesdays, May 5 and 19 5pm-6pm ...

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"Underwater Bottleneck" by Elizabeth Criss and Sari Scheer

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 7:00 AM UTC · Adams Square Mini Park Gas Station · 1020 East Palmer Avenue, Glendale, CA

Underwater Bottleneck reimagines the Gas Station as a deep-sea tableau. Schools of fish crafted from discarded plastics and repurposed wine bottles float gracefully overhead, as jellyfish drift above a glowing mound of empty jugs – a scene that reflects both ocean resilience and fragility....

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Japanese American Bird Pins

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 1:00 AM–2:15 AM UTC · Wiseburn Library · 5335 West 135th Street, Hawthorne, CA

Create a bird pin inspired by a popular craft among incarcerated Japanese Americans during World War II. Registration required. For adults.

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Old-time Tune Jam @Central Art & Music

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 12:30 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Central Library · 2090 Kittredge St, Berkeley, CA 94704, Berkeley, CA

Every third Tuesday of the month, come up to the Central Library 5th Floor for this old-time tune jam hosted by the Berkeley Old Time Music Convention! We'll play traditional instrumental tunes from the American old-time repertoire on fiddle, banjo, guitar, mandolin, and all reasonably compatible...

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Teen Tuesdays: Jellyfish Origami

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Canyon Hills Library · Anaheim, CA · Ages 11–18

Join us for a teen craft event! This month, we will learn how to create a jellyfish using origami in celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Materials will be provided...

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Sewing Hangout

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Belmont Library — Makerspace · San Mateo, CA

Join us weekly on Wednesdays for the library’s open sewing time! Bring your own fabric, explore our scrap bin and work on your project while getting to know other sewists in the community. There will be no formal instruction, but assistance may be provided for the machines if necessary....

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Get Stitched

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 12:00 AM–1:30 AM UTC · Aliso Viejo Library · Orange County, CA

Join us for our weekly fiber arts meetup! Bring a project or come learn a new craft. No crafting experience necessary. Limited supplies available for new learners. Program for tweens, teens, and...

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After School Craft

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · La Mesa Library · 8074 Allison Avenue, La Mesa, CA · Ages 5+

Make it, take it, love it! Join us for a fun afternoon of crafting where imagination takes center stage. A different craft every week! Recommended for ages 5+

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San Carlos Stitchers

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 1:00 AM–3:00 AM UTC · San Carlos Library · 610 Elm Street, San Carlos, CA

Do you like to crochet or knit? Bring your own crochet, knitting or hand craft sewing project and meet other local stitchers in this informal drop-in group. Skills are not taught here, but anyone can practice and socialize. We meet weekly from 6:00-7:55 PM on Tuesdays.

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Adult Crochet Club

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 12:00 AM–1:00 AM UTC · Melrose Branch Branch Library · 4805 Foothill Boulevard, Oakland, CA · Ages 18+

Join the Melrose Adult Crochet Club for all levels, beginners to advanced. Learn how to crochet basic and advanced stitches, and get assistance when you need it. Share your work with others and get new project ideas. Teach others to crochet!

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All Abilities Craft Hour

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Garden Grove Chapman Library · Orange County, CA

Come be part of an inclusive and inspiring space where adults of all abilities can dive into the joy of arts and crafts. Let’s create, connect, and grow as a community!

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Suisun Sewing Circle

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 12:00 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Suisun City Library · 601 Pintail Dr, Suisun City, CA 94585, Fairfield, CA

Bring your own sewing machine or use one of ours. We have some supplies to get you started, or feel free to bring a work-in-progress. This is a family-friendly program geared toward adults.

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Gaman Art Watercolor Postcard

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 1:00 AM–2:15 AM UTC · Leland R. Weaver Library · 4035 Tweedy Boulevard, South Gate, CA

Join us to create a watercolor postcard inspired by professional artist Chiura Obata who was an inmate at a Japanese incarceration camp and taught classes in drawing and painting portraits and remembrances of life before incarceration. For adults.

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Drop-In Knitting & Sewing

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 1:00 AM–2:45 AM UTC · Pleasant Hill Library · 2 Monticello Avenue, Pleasant Hill, CA

Join an enthusiastic group of crafters on Tuesday evenings in the makerspace. All skill levels and abilities are welcome. Volunteers will be on hand for assistance with our sewing machines. Bring your own projects and supplies. No registration required.

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Jewish American Heritage Celebration with Saul Goodman Klezmer Band

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 1:30 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Kensington Library · 61 Arlington Avenue, Kensington, CA

Musicians will present a variety of klezmer instrumental music and Yiddish song, along with explanations about the music, its origins and functions. Sasha Waniewski will lead circle dances corresponding to some of the rhythms performed. A craft activity will be provided by Chabad of El Cerrito....

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How to Win a Slime War with Author Mae Respicio

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 1:00 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Castro Valley Library — Chabot Canyon · Fremont, CA

Author presentation with Mae Respicio Make your own slime to take home Drawing for copies of How to Win a Slime War Author signing Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio recordings at our events. Please tell us if you do not wish to be photographed, video-recorded, or audio-recorded. We...

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Family Craft Party: Watercolor Salt Painting

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Diamond Bar Library · 21800 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, CA

Are you curious to see what happens when you add salt to a watercolor painting? Bring the whole family and let's find out together! We will explore properties of water while we create beautiful works of art to take home.

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Wee Love Art: Tapa Cloth Making

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Santa Teresa Branch Library · 290 International Circle, San Jose, CA

Join us for artsy fun as we learn about different artists and art styles that have made a major impact on creative thinking in our world. This month, we’ll be exploring the art of tapa cloth making. This program is in celebration of Asian-American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Free. No...

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Yarn Heads: Fiber Arts Club

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 1:00 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Angelo M. Iacoboni Library · 4990 Clark Avenue, Lakewood, CA

Have you been looking for a fun group to work on your fiber arts projects with? Join Yarn Heads, our monthly Fiber Arts Club, to work on your crochet, knitting or embroidery projects. Participants will need to bring their own materials. For adults.

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Japanese American Watercolor Landscapes

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 1:00 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Hawthorne Library · 12700 Grevillea Avenue, Hawthorne, CA

Join us to create a watercolor postcard inspired by professional artist Chiura Obata, who taught various classes in drawing and painting at a Japanese incarceration camp. Limited to 20 participants. For adults 18+.

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Art History Discussion Group

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 4:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC

Want to learn more about art but feel like you don't have time? Join us on the third Wednesday of the month as we explore artists and works of art from a variety of times and traditions. All knowledge levels welcome. This program will be provided by South County Regional library staff. How to Join..

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Adult 101: The Art of Sewing and Mending

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Anthony Quinn Library · 3965 East Cesar E Chavez Avenue, Los Angeles, CA · Ages 12–18

Would you like to learn a few sewing techniques in a fun and relaxed atmosphere? Come by the library and learn some basic sewing practices. We'll supply the materials. You supply the curiosity. For Ages 12 - 18

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Japanese American Postcard Watercolor Landscapes

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 12:30 AM–2:00 AM UTC · West Hollywood Library · 625 North San Vicente Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA

Join us to create a postcard watercolor landscape inspired by professional artists and Japanese American incarceration camp inmates Chiura Obata and George Matsusaburo Hibi. For adults.

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Taller de Arte Para Niños / Art Workshop for Kids

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 11:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Cherryland Library · 278 Hampton Road, Hayward, CA

Únase con nosotros cada martes para un taller de arte para niños de edades 3-11! Los niños aprenderán nuevos proyectos y técnicas artísticas cada semana, con un énfasis en el proceso creativo. La instrucción estará en Español y en Ingles. La Acesibilidad La biblioteca puede hacer disponible un...

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Nib Calligraphy Bootcamp

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · El Monte Library · 3224 Tyler Avenue, El Monte, CA · Ages 18+

Discover the art of nib calligraphy in this immersive 6-week course designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Elevate your handwriting or explore a new creative outlet! Registration required. For adults.

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Ikebana with Keiko Kubo

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Albany Library · Fremont, CA

Join us for a hands-on class introducing ikebana , the Japanese art of flower arranging, with Bay Area artist Keiko Kubo . You learn simple techniques and create your own arrangement using seasonal flowers. Ikebana focuses on balance, simplicity, and noticing natural shapes. All materials provided..

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Tuesday Night Art Club with Lellobird

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Montclair Branch Branch Library · 1687 Mountain Boulevard, Oakland, CA

The Tuesday Night Art Club is the easiest club to join: Just show up and make art. All materials provided, no experience necessary, and we have an emphasis on process over product, so whether or not you think of yourself as An Artist, you’ll enjoy playing around with materials and methods. Classes..