February 25, 2017; 7-9pm

This is a one day class, and includes wine and a light snack. Learn the basics of watercolor and leave with a completed art piece.

Price is $40/person; max. of 12 students.  The class will be taught at the Solano Art Gallery in Fairfield.

February 3- April 23, 2017

Lawler House Gallery, 718 Main Street, Suite 101, Suisun City, CA

Hours: Friday through Sunday 12 pm – 4 pm
Cost: Free

The opening reception for “In My Dreams”, a new art exhibit at Lawler House Gallery, is Saturday, February 4, from 5 to 7 pm

Wed., Feb. 8, 2017; 7-9pm

Ms. Lakin will discuss that novels, like buildings, need to conform to time-tested structural principles. The Club meets at the Napa Valley Unitarian Universalists Church, 1625 Salvador Avenue, Napa.

Sunday, January 22, 2017, starts at 5:30pm

Join us for our 25th Annual Membership Dinner Meeting.  It will be held at the Eagle Vines Golf Club, 580 South Kelly Rd. Napa.  Dinner is $40 for ACAF members; $50 for nonmembers.  RSVP by Thursday, January 19.  Charter members have been invited to talk about the original goals and dreams of the Foundation.  It will be an amazing evening!

Thru Jan. 29, 2017

Reception: Saturday January 14th; 3-6PM

Gallery 621 Artists invite you to view and enjoy our 2017 Opening Show. 11 artists, including Nikki Basch-Davis; Linda Stevenson Dunlop; Daniel Hunter; Daniel Klapprott; Marjorie Lutz; Cherry Moore [pictured].

Gallery:  309 First St., Benicia, Hours  Thu. 12-3 and Fri.- Sun. 12-6

January 11, 2017, 7-9pm

January's talk is "Get Intimate with Your Character:  Master Point of View for Dazzling Character Development."   Ms. Rosenfeld will talk at the Napa Valley Unitarian Universalists Church,1625 Salvador Avenue, Napa

Oct. 28, 2016 - Jan. 29, 2017

The Lawler House Gallery in Suisun City hosts a new show every 3 months.  The current show is Ablaze With Color.  

Located at 718 Main Street, Suisun City. Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Noon - 4 pm.

Jan. 21-Feb. 19, 2017

Arts Benicia will begin our 30th year with one of our most important exhibitions, The Art of a Community, which showcases the multifaceted talents of our artist members!

Opening Reception:  Saturday, January 28, 6:00 - 8:00 pm 

Family Art Day: Sunday, January 29, 1:00 – 3:00 pm

Ekphrastic Poetry Readings, Saturday, February 4, 2:00 – 4:00 pm

These events are free and open to the public.

Dec. 3-22, 2016

he Art of the Toy  explores the toy as a work of art, the toy as a vehicle for the imagination. Whether created for play or as a reference to playthings, toys can embody our own personas. They can be filled with nostalgia, fun, scary, ridiculous, or thought provoking. Join us for a playful exhibition.

Boutique: Dec. 3-18; ARTwalk: Dec. 9-10

Two holiday events to support our local artists!  Thanks to Browman Development Company, we will host a Boutique at the Safeway Shopping Center, 11am-7pm.  And we will have an ARTwalk at the Canyon Plaza on Dec. 9-10, 2016.

Read More for the Flyer and Call For Art.

Dec. 2-16, 2016

Celebrate the artistic talent of American Canyon High School's Art Students. The Reception will be Friday night, Dec. 2, from 5-7pm. in Room B217 of the High School (3000 Newell Drive, AC). Light refreshments will be served.

This is a free event but donations are always welcomed!

Sat. October 22, 2016, 10-4pm

June Lee will be showing Printmaking and Collage. Fred Morse will be showing Porcelain Garden art/paintings/Personal Art. Margaret Olivieri will be showcasing Watercolors. Cookies, muffins, and refreshments available :)  The event is located at 1146 Broadmoor Dr. Napa.

Sept. 29-Oct. 20, 2016

We’re looking for artwork inspired by your Dreams! Whether day-dreams or night visions…dreams provide a wealth of creative inspiration, and creating artwork inspired by dreams can be a powerful tool for self-understanding. (Artist Entry Dates:  Sept. 23-24) 

O’Hanlon Center for the Arts • 616 Throckmorton Avenue, Mill Valley CA 94941

Oct. 15-Nov. 13, 2016

Works on/of/with paper by emerging artists from Bay Area MFA programs.  Curated by Thomas Wojak.  Opening reception: Saturday, October 15, 6 – 8 pm.

Arts Benicia is located at: 991 Tyler Street, Ste. 114, Benicia.

Sat. 10/29/16, 4-7pm

The second annual event, sponsored by Helping Hand--Indo American.  The event will be at the American Canyon Community Gym, 100 Benton Way.  

Food, Dance, Performances.  Free to the public.

Nov. 9, 2016 - Jan. 8, 2017

This is the 53rd annual Nor-Cal Regional Juried Art Show. Download the Call For Art . Art will be received Nov. 4-5.  The Artist Reception is Nov. 17, 6-9pm.  The show is at the Solano Town Center Gallery in Fairfield. 

Opens Oct. 26 until Spring 2017

Highlights from the di Rosa Collection. Get a special insight into the di Rosa Collection, with works that have not been collectively viewed in the past.  The Opening Reception will be November 19, 4-6pm, and is free to the public.

Nov. 9-13, 2016

This year there are over 120 new independent (and sneak preview) films programmed to fill 13 different screens in Napa, Yountville, St. Helena and Calistoga.

Film passes are available for sale, with a number of options and prices (day passes, full program pass, individual movie passes, etc.)

Wednesday, Oct. 12, 7-9pm

A dry-humor, observational, deadpan comedian, Yuri Kagan will share his journey on writing his book, getting the book together physically, and why he chose to self-publish.

Napa Valley Unitarian Universalists Church, 1625 Salvador Avenue, Napa

Oct. 15-16, Noon-5pm

Almost 30 artists will be represented! Enjoy food, wine, art and entertainment.  Location is 5402 Williams Rd., Fairfield.  NOTE:  You need the actual postcard to be admitted.  You can get one for free at the AmCan Welcome Center, 3860 Broadway (Hwy. 29). There is a charge for the food.

September Friday Nights, 6-8pm

After a hard week of work, relax at the Napa Junction Courtyard and enjoy music as diverse as our community!  Hosted by ACAF and produced by Brenda Knight Events, this free musical interlude will be held each Friday night in September, starting September 9.

Sunday, October 2, 2016; 10-2pm

Enjoy music, dance and food!  We are the co-sponsors for the annual event in American Canyon.  This event will be at the Farmer's Market at the Community Gym (60 Benton Way).

The program, food and entertainment will start at noon.

September 9-17, 2016

In support of the program in Vallejo, ACAF is producing an art show with the theme:  Wild in the City! Learn more about the festival:  http://visionsofthewild.org/

The show will be held at the American Canyon Welcome Center, 3860 Broadway (Hwy. 29).

Oct. 1-2, 2016, 1-4pm

A variety of artworks relating to books, books, and more books 

Opening Reception September 17, 5-9pm.  Also Sept 18, 24 & 25, Oct 1 & 2 from 1-4pm 

Coal Shed Art Studios, 153 Waterfront Avenue, Mare Island

For more, www.coalshedstudios.com

September 17-18, 24-25

OPEN STUDIOS  is a self-guided, art discovery tour through the creative art spaces of Napa Valley. This year's OPEN STUDIOS will take place the last two weekends of September.

SATURDAY and SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17-18 and 24-25

Studios Open from 10am to 5pm

September 4 – October 2, 2016

An artist's reception will take place at the gallery on Saturday, September 10 from 4 to 7 p.m.  The public is invited. Gallerie Renee Marie is located at 1038 First Street, Benicia. Summer hours are Monday - Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday noon to 6 p.m.

September 14, 2016; 7-9pm

Barry will talk about self-publishing and editing techniques, as well as other topics.

Talks are held at the Napa Valley Unitarian Universalists Church,1625 Salvador Avenue, Napa. Public Welcome: Members $5, Guests $8, Students with ID, free.

August 6 - September 11, 2016

In Order + Chaos, twenty artists will display work chosen by San Francisco gallerist Catharine Clark in an eclectic exhibition that investigates the inherent paradox between order and chaos and the creativity that is part of and issues from that struggle.

Opening Reception: Saturday, August 6, 6:00 – 8:00 pm, Free and open to the public.

April 16 - October 2, 2016

The latest di Rosa exhibition explores the work of Paul Kos and reflects on the San Francisco-based artist’s longstanding engagement with the Western landscape, from his native Wyoming to his second home in the California Sierras. Reception for the artist is Saturday, April 23, 2016, 4-6 pm.  

Sept. 24, 2016, 6:30pm

The "Best Party in Town" is also Arts Benicia's biggest fund raiser or the year!

Where:  Benicia Clock Tower, 1189 Washington Street, Benicia

Tickets: $45 in advance and $55 at the door  

September 17-18, 2016

Experience this festival in the magical Redwoords, at the foot of Mt. Tamalpais.

Saturday, 17th 10AM - 5PM • Sunday, 18th 10AM - 5PM
$10 General Admission, $5 Students and Seniors, 
Free for kids under 12 years

August 19-20, 2016

Local artists team up with local businesses, for a weekend of fun, food and the arts.  This show will be held at Canyon Plaza, corner of Crawford & Broadway (Hwy. 29) in American Canyon.

August 26, 2016; 4-7pm

Please join the American Canyon Chamber of Commerce & Welcome Center as we gather to celebrate the 1st birthday of our Welcome Center! Located at 3860 Broadway (Hwy 29) in American Canyon.

ACAF Artists will also showcase their works.  Free to the public.

Thursday, August 18, 5-8pm

SpringHill Suites is once again hosting a reception for the Arts Foundation. This year we will honor Marjorie Lutz (Best of Show) and Jonette McNaughton (People's Choice). Free and open to the public.

SpringHill Suites is located in Napa at 101 Gateway Rd E, by the Napa County Airport.

August 10, 2016; 7-9pm

Ms. Dunkle will discuss how strong connections are forged when writers promote each other through reviews, interviews, and event invitations.

Napa Valley Unitarian Universalists Church, 1625 Salvador Avenue, Napa

July 15-30, 2016

Come visit the newest exhibit "I'm Not Dead Yet", a solo show by Jim Kimberly benefitting ALS at the Fairfield-Suisun Visual Arts Association (FSVAA) Gallery in Solano Town Center. On display July 15 to July 30, Wednesdays through Sundays 11:00am to 6:00pm. 

June 11 - July 10, 2016

Forma Natura showcases seven Bay Area artists whose works share a common thread — Nature — as a source of inspiration. Mark Eanes and Mary Shaw, Curators. 

Arts Benicia is located at 991 Tyler Street, Ste. 114, in Benicia.

Through July 10, 2016

Fairfield Suisun Visual Arts Association:   Gallery at Solano Town Center 
1350 Travis Blvd, 
2nd floor, space D8
Fairfield, CA 94533

When times are tough, art is salve for the ache.
 

Wednesday, July 13, 2016; 7-9pm

Brooke Warner is the publisher of She Writes Press, and President of Warner Coaching, Inc. Get a chance to meet this writer, publisher and speaker. For more, go to their website.

The group meets at Napa Valley Unitarian Universalists Church, 1625 Salvador Avenue, in Napa.

April 29-July 31, 2016

A new exhibit at the Lawler House Gallery, 718 Main St., Suisun City.

Hours are Fri-Sun. Noon-4pm.

Deadline to Enter: May 27, 2016

The Napa County Library is seeking Napa County artistss to design and create a new Napa County Diorama, which will be on display at the State Capitol.  A stipend of $10,000 will be provided to cover expenses for the artist selected. For more, download the Call For Submissions.

Sunday, May 22, 2016 11am-4pm

It's a free family day at the BERKELEY ART MUSEUM & PACIFIC FILM ARCHIVE.  

All Day:  Art Making & Family Tours; 1 PM Performance and Workshop with Unique Derique; 

3:30 PM Family Matinee: The Red Balloon

2155 Center Street, Berkeley

May 13 - June 13, 2016

The contest is open to U.S. residents who are 18 years of age or older as of March 14, 2016. Entrants need not reside in California. The winning artwork will be reproduced on the 2016-2017 California Duck Stamp. The top submissions will also be showcased at the Pacific Flyway Decoy Association’s art show in July.

Tuesday, May 31, 2016

"Save the date! The second annual Napa County State of the Arts Conference will be held on Tuesday May 31, 2016. Hear discussions on the impact the arts have on the local community and beyond. 

Click below for last year's materials.

Feb. 3 - May 29, 2016

The inaugural exhibition in the UC Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive’s landmark new building, Architecture of Life explores the ways that architecture—as concept, metaphor, and practice—illuminates various aspects of life experience. General Admission is $12.

Deadline to enter: March 31, 2016

Submit photos that represent one of our three categories in our mission:  Parks, Programs and Play.  Photos must be taken in American Canyon. Subjects can include landscapes or people. Both vertical and horizontal photo formats are acceptable.

May 7-8, 2016; 10am - 5pm

More than 70 Artists Will Open Studios to Public on May 7 & 8! Benicia Artists Open Studios is Arts Benicia’s most highly attended event with more than 4,000 visitors! This year’s weekend-long celebration is Saturday & Sunday, May 7 & 8 from 10 am to 5 pm. 

April 2016; Specific dates vary

Download the flyer to see all of our events and activities for this year's Arts in April program. 

• April 9:  Art Extravaganza Reception

• April 10:  Graffiti Art at the Napa Valley Ruins & Gardens

• April 23:  Plein-air event at the Wetlands

April 30, 2016, meet at 10 a.m.

Nine Bay Area Artists showcase what can be done with metals. This is a one day field trip for members and nonmembers alike.  Meet at the American Canyon Senior Center to carpool to the Center.  $5 for members; $10 for nonmembers.

March 30 - May 15, 2016

Thirty area artists explore the world of color through its primary ingredients, in the latest FSVAA show.  An artists reception will be held Thursday, April 14, 6:00 - 8:00 pm, featuring appetizers and patrons can meet the artists and hear them speak about their work. This event is free and open to the public. Come dressed in your favorite color!

April 8-16, 2016; Reception: April 9, 4-7

Our annual juried art show, held at Jamieson Ranch Vineyards. Over 40 artists are participating. On Saturday, April 9, guest artist, Lynn Bogert Dykstra will talk on "the ART of Politics."  The Artist Reception will follow.

April 13, 2016; 7-9 pm

LeeAnne Krusemark will talk to the group about "Establishing Credibility with Publishers." The meeting will be held at the Napa Valley Universalist's Church, 1625 Salvador Ave. Napa. Price is $7 for members; $10 for Guests; free for students with ID.  For more, email publicity.nvw@gmail.com 

April 16, 2016, 10am - 4pm

As part of the Arts in April program, Creative-a-Tea is hosting a kid's puppet workshop in the morning and an acrylics workshop in the afternoon. Located at 1758 Industrial Way #113, Napa.

For more, call (707) 266-1564.

April 15 - May 7, 2016

A true "underground" comedy, by John Chapman and Jeremy Lloyd.  Produced by the Benicia Old Town Theater Group.  The show is at the historic BDES Hall, 140 West J, Benicia.

For show times and other info, go to their website.

Rescheduled for Sunday, April 24, 2016

The Napa Valley Ruins & Gardens may be the most unique and exciting spot in Napa Valley, with a century old abandoned cement works that is now a canvas for graffiti art.  We are offering four tours during the day, at 10, 11:30, 1:00 and 2:30pm. Click here to sign up.  It's free and the public is invited.

Reception: April 16, 6-8; Exhibit until 4/23/16

Jermaine Burse is an up and coming, self-taught artist who has exploded onto the fine art scene with au courant interpretations of the "pop art" genre making them completely his own. Come check out Jermaine's work all month until April 23, 2016, but don't miss out on his artist reception at Ethnic Notions on April 16, 2016 at 6:00 pm. The reception will include a wine tasting and light refreshments. 

March 12, April 30, June 25

The Arts Foundation is sponsoring three field trips over the next three months: Falkirk Mansion in San Rafael; the Petaluma Art Center in April; and the Italian Street Painting event in Marin.  For more, download the flyer.  To sign up, click here.

April 30-May 1, 2016; 11am-4pm

Closing out the Napa Valley Arts in April program is Calistoga's second annual art show, located at the Napa County Fairgrounds.  Deadline to enter art is March 12.  Artist space is also available for rent.  For more info, click below.

March 12-April 10; Reception: March 13, 1-3 pm

Arts Benicia is proud to present the creative talents of the Next Generation of artists with this exhibition created specifically for Benicia students.

The show is at their gallery, 991 Tyler Street , #114, Benicia, CA

Feb. 6 - Apr. 3, 2016

The natural environment serves as both medium and muse for the seven artists in Radical Landscapes, who reflect on a range of larger concerns including climate change, surveillance, and identity. 

Now until March 27, 2016

This is a collection of artwork using recycled and reused items.  By displaying the artistic potential of oftern-wasted reusable materials, this exhibition will inspire creativity, resourcefulness and action toward a more sustainable future.  On display at the Napa Valley Museum, at the Veterans Home in Yountville (55 President's Circle).

Saturday, March 26, 2016 - 9:30 a.m.

It's our 10th Anniversary of the Chalk Art Contest!  This FREE event is fun for the family, and part of the City's "Spring is in the Air" program.  Meet us at Community Park II, at the corner of Donaldson & Benton Way, in American Canyon. Sign up starting at 9:00 a.m. and show us your artistic ability!  Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place, for each age-based category.  

Feb. 5-March 4, 2016; Reception is 2/11/16, 6-8:30 pm

Kenneth Leary will be exhibiting at Umpqua Bank in American Canyon during the month of February, as part of the ACAF's recognition of Black History Month.  His photography of Yosemite National Park will be the focus.  Come see his work and hear his talk at the reception on February 11, from 6-8:30 pm.  This event is free and open to the public.

Jan. 12 - Mar. 3, 2016; Reception - 2/6/16

The exhibition contains a vast range of artistic endeavors, styles and media that references forgotten cultural histories, struggles and personal identity. Here, it is the artists’ ability to construct meaning for themselves and others that defines the significance of the work.  At the Richmond Art Center. Includes works by local member, Lawrence Buford.

Sat. February 20, 2016, starts at 3:00 pm

Ethnic Notions Fine Art Gallery & Multicultural Bookstore, and Nathell Buford, ACAF member, host "Required Reading."   Three books:  "Between the World & Me" "Just Mercy" and "The Beast Side" will be reviewed. The event will be held at Ethnic Notions, 3431 Broadway St. #A-1, in American Canyon.

Feb. 1-28, 2016

Located at the Ronald M. George State Office Complex, 455 Golden Gate Avenue, SF

Closing celebration:  Great Hall -- Friday Feb 26th   11:30-1:00 pm   

ACAF member, Lawrence Buford, will have his work on exhibit during February. He will present a talk about his art Wednesday, Feb. 17 from noon to 1:30 at the site.

March 9, 2016; 7-9 pm

The Napa Valley Writers Club is hosting a special panel discussion on "Pathways to Publishing," with guest speakers Marianne Lyon, Ana Manwaring and Anne Holmes. Members only $7; guests $10; students with ID, free.  For more:  publicity.nvw@gmail.com

Napa Valley Universalists Church, 1625 Salvador Ave. Napa

Feb. 6, 2016; 5:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Honoring the memory of Cleven "Goodie" Goudeau, there will be food, spoken word and a concert to raise money for youth arts.  Located at the Vallejo Navel & Historical Museum, 734 Marin St., price is $25, or $30 at the door.

Jan. 21 - March 8, 2016

The Art of a Community is our 20th annual members-only exhibition showcasing the multifaceted talents of our member artists.

Reception: Saturday, January 24, 7-9pm

Entry Fee Deadline: March 18, 2016

Our 24th Annual Art Extravaganza will be at Jamieson Ranch Vineyard winery, from April 8 through April 16. Artist reception is Saturday, April 9 at the winery, from 4-7 p.m. and hosted by Jamieson Ranch Vineyards. Download the Call For Art (CFA) here.

Friday, January 22, 2016; 5-9 pm

Local artist Katherine Griffin lives in Hidden Valley Lake and survived all three fires in Lake County.  She is exhibiting her photos at Umpqua Bank in American Canyon (3417 Broadway #J-2).  A reception will be held on Friday, January 22.  The show will continue through January 29.

January 13, 2016, 7-9 p.m.

Food and Wine critic, Paul Franson, will speak at the next meeting of the Napa Valley Writers Club. New location:  NV Unitarian Universalist's Church Sanctuary, 1625 Salvador Ave. Napa.

March 1, 2016

Each year Napa County awards grants to nonprofits for organizational capacity building, and programs that promote tourism-related events.

On January 6, 2016, the new year's guidelines will be released.  Nonprofit art organizations should consider applying.  Click below for the Press Release.

Sunday, January 10, 2016; 6-8 p.m.

All ACAF members are invited and encouraged to attend the annual Membership Meeting.  This year it will be at Mi Zacatecas Restaurant in the Canyon Corners shopping center.  Price is only $30/person.

Ongoing at Mumm Napa Winery

The Adams family, Matthew, Michael and Jeanne have graciously loaned to Mumm Napa twenty-seven gelatin silver prints created by Ansel Adams. 

The artwork is on display at Mumm Napa, 8445 Silverado Trail, Rutherford; from 11-6 daily.

10/17/2015 - 1/10/2016

The year 2015 marks the centennial of the Panama-Pacific International Exposition (PPIE), the San Francisco world’s fair that celebrated the opening of the Panama Canal and the city’s reconstruction following the great earthquake of 1906. 

This Exhibit is at the De Young Museum.

Through March 20, 2016

A collection of over 25 artists (including our own Jennifer Lockette & Cherol Ockrassa) on the theme of "Embrace." Now showing at the Solano Town Center Gallery. Wednesdays - Sundays 11:00 to 6:00 pm.  An artists reception will be held on March 5, 6-8pm