Arts & Culture
Monterey has long been a home for artists, makers, and thinkers. Our Arts & Culture programs celebrate this heritage by providing space for creative expression, intellectual growth, and hands-on learning.
Explore Arts & Culture
Open Studio with Beth Hoffman
Last 2 Thursdays each month 11:00 AM – 1:00 pm
Come and paint or draw in the company of other artists. A still life provides inspiration or draw from your own imagination. Anything goes!
Please bring your own supplies. Coffee and a snack are provided.
Please text or call Beth Hoffman to RSVP or if you have any questions: 201.463.9543.
Darn Yarners
First Thursday of the month, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Bring your lunch and get creative with fellow fiber art enthusiasts! Whether you knit, crochet, stitch, weave, or mend, all are welcome to join this fun and relaxed gathering. Come connect, craft, and share ideas.
Folk Chorus
Thursdays, 4:15 PM – 5:45 PM
Join the Folk Chorus and experience the magic of group singing! Whether you’re an experienced singer or just love to make music with others, this group is all about having fun and creating beautiful music together. No previous singing experience required. Come add your voice to the chorus!
Monterey Quilters
Third Wednesday of the month, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
An informal group for new and experienced quilters or even non-quilters to share their love of quilts. All are welcome. Contact Linda Neilson at lindarneilson@gmail.com for questions or more info.
MCC Jam
Alternate Thursdays, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Bi-weekly meetup of guitar players and other musicians at the MCC to jam, practice, and share community. All skill levels are welcome, and singers too. Set lists worked out in advance and chord charts shared via Dropbox.
Chalk Gremlins Acro Jam
Fridays, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
An open, public gathering for those with acrobatics experience to collaborate, experiment, and explore movement together. Please note: this is not a class—no instruction or coaching is provided. It is a space for experienced practitioners to “jam” and explore.
Singing with Vikki True
Tuesdays, 11:30 AM – 12:45 PM
A free and fun sing along with Vikki True and her amazing accompanist Peter Schneider on keyboard.
You might recall Vikki from singing at the UCC church or with the Sweet Sisters of Mercy in the past.
She will be bringing her songbooks full of folk, gospel, ballads, Beatles, and more.