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Here’s your look into the events happening in Butte County from May 14–22! Thursday, May 14: 🏺 Uptown Vintage & Shabby May Pop-Up (Multiday) | 10 AM–4 PM | Uptown Vintage & Shabby 🎭 Once Upon a Mattress (Multiday) | 7:30 PM | Chico Theater Company Friday, May 15: 🍷 Barrels, Bites & Bounty | 6–8 PM | Long Creek Winery 🎻 Broken Compass | 7–9 PM | The Barn at Meriam Park 🩰 Coppélia Ballet (Multiday) | 7:15 PM | Paradise Performing Arts Center Saturday, May 16: 🚗 Red Suspenders Day Car & Truck Show | 8 AM–1 PM | Downtown Gridley 🪴 UC Master Gardeners Plant Sale | 9 AM–12 PM | Patrick Ranch 🐶 K-9 Classic | 10 AM–1 PM | DeGarmo Park 📜 Big Chico Creek Flume History Talk | 10 AM–11 AM | Chico History Museum 🎨 Art of Tea & Watercolor (Session 1 & 2) | 10:30 AM & 2:30 PM | monca 🤠 Meriam Park Round Up at The Barn | 2–9 PM | The Barn at Meriam Park 💃 Fundamental Movements for Dance | 3–5:30 PM | Freebird Yoga 🎪 Into the Jungle: Aerial Performance | 5:30 PM | The Westport 🎸 Rik Jam & The Island Federation | 6 PM | The Commons Chico 🎶 Music Down In My Soul Spring Concert | 6:30 PM | Trinity United Methodist 🎻 Folias Duo Live Concert | 7–9 PM | monca 🎤 Live on the Lawn | 6:30 PM | Children’s Park, Downtown Chico Sunday, May 17: ✨ Healing Arts Festival | 10 AM–5 PM | Chico Elks Lodge 🎷 Jake Nolen Live: Timeless Brunch Tunes | 11 AM–1 PM | Mulberry Music Station 🎨 Paint and BYO Sip: Roof Fundraiser | 2 PM | Forest Ranch Community Center 🎭 Once Upon a Mattress | 2 PM | Chico Theater Company Thursday, May 21: 🎡 Silver Dollar Fair (Multiday) | 4–11 PM | Silver Dollar Fairgrounds 🎵 Blü Egyptian, Dylan's Dharma, & Bob | 7–9:30 PM | Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. 🎤 Band of Brothers LIVE | 8–10 PM | Mulberry Music Station Friday, May 22: 🎡 Silver Dollar Fair (Multiday) | 4–11 PM | Silver Dollar Fairgrounds 🍸 Cocktails & Conversations | 6–7:30 PM | monca 🔥 Hot Flash! | 6–8 PM | The Barn at Meriam Park 🎹 Yurkovic Live | 8–10 PM | Mulberry Music Station 📸 Community Photoshoot | 8:30–10 PM | Freebird Yoga Explore More ➡️ butte365.com

Meet new friends, converse with artists, and explore artwork at monca on Friday, May 22nd from 6-7:30PM for Cocktails & Conversations 🍷 Explore the current exhibitions, the 4th Annual Foster Care Museum, Small Wonders, and Uninvited Guests. Artists whose work is on view will be at the event to answer questions about the pieces, start conversations, and meet community members 🖼️ Mocktails, beer, and wine will be available for purchase at the bar. $10 General Admission Tickets available for purchase online and in-person at the museum. This event is a fundraiser for monca, with all admission going toward supporting similar educational and cultural events at the museum. Organized by: the monca Junior Board Learn more here: /blogs/events/cocktails-conversations-2

Experience Folias Duo live and in concert at the Museum of Northern California Art on Saturday, May 16, 2026 🎶 Flutist Carmen Maret and guitarist Andrew Bergeron will perform original flute and guitar music inspired by the Great Lakes. This concert features nature-themed works from their upcoming album, blending classical, jazz, and world music 🌸 Doors open at 6:30PM and the concert starts at 7PM. The museum bar will be open to purchase beverages. $25 General Admission You may purchase tickets online or in person at the museum. Learn more here: /blogs/events/folias-duo-concert

Immerse yourself in a relaxing day of creativity, flavor, and color through tea blending and watercolor painting this spring 🎨 Join us at monca on Thursday, May 16th for the Art of Tea & Watercolor workshops 🫖 There will be two workshop sessions to enjoy based on your preferences and painting experience levels. Both sessions start with an interactive tea blending bar, where you’ll craft a personalized cup of tea with assistance from Brittany of Lagom Infusions. Throughout the event, you may return to the tea bar to explore new blends and draw inspiration from the tea leaves themselves. Sip on your custom blend as our watercolor host, Jacqueline of Blueprint Creative, guides you through painting exercises. Beginner Level Painter Session, 10:30AM-12:30PM Beginner level painters will learn how to truly harness watercolor materials, building confidence blending pigments and water while learning essential brush techniques to achieve different effects. After the guided warm-up, participants will apply what they’ve learned to create their own watercolor painting. Jacqueline will provide a folded greeting card featuring a hand-drawn teacup in pencil. Using non-water-soluble ink pens and fine art watercolor pigments, you’ll be free to paint to your heart’s content. Intermediate Level Painter Session, 2:30-4:30PM This session is designed for those who want to build on their foundational watercolor skills. Participants will explore layering, intentional color mixing, and brushwork that adds depth, movement, and personality to the painting. Participants will learn how to work more deliberately with wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry techniques and refine edges. With guidance, painters will apply these techniques to create a more detailed watercolor painting. Using non-water-soluble ink pens and fine art watercolor pigments, painters will be encouraged to experiment and develop style. Tickets available online only. Secure your tickets as soon as you are able! $40-45 admission per session. Feel free to sign up for both sessions if you are interested! More info: /blogs/events/the-art-of-tea-watercolor-workshops

SOLD OUT MONCA is proud to present a tribute to Gordon Lightfoot. Join us on Saturday, May 9 for an evening of live music honoring one of folk music’s most iconic voices. This intimate performance brings Lightfoot’s songs to life in a meaningful and memorable way. Doors open at 7PM | $25 General Admission Seats are limited. Get your tickets now at monca.org /products/event-ticket-05-09-2026-gordon-lightfoot-tribute-concert?_pos=1&_sid=a0eca7415&_ss=r

Mother’s Day is almost here! Gift your mom an experience and time together ❤️ I have two tea experiences on Mother’s Day as well as the next two weeks in May in case you can’t spend the day together. See details below and link in my bio for tickets. Mother’s Day High Tea Brunch At @onbroadwaychico May 10th 10am-12pm Mother’s Day Tea & Chocolate Pairing With @chocolates.by.megan At @onbroadwaychico May 10th 2pm-4pm The Art of Tea and Watercolor With @blueprintpaintings At @moncamuseum May 16th 10:30-12:30 Beginner class 2:30-4:30 Intermediate class Summer Tea Blending Workshop At @patrickranchmuseum May 31st 1-3pm

monca is proud to present two new exhibitions on view from Thursday, May 7, 2026 through Sunday, June 21, 2026, Plhis: Poetry Reimagined - AND - Never too Old…Never too Young 🖼️ Join us for the opening reception celebrating the exhibitions at monca on Friday, May 8, 2026 from 6-8PM. Admission to opening receptions is FREE for all and the museum bar will be open for beverage purchases. Learn more about the exhibitions below. 🌸 Plhis: Poetry Reimagined A collaborative exhibit between literary artist Pa N. Vue and multimedia artist Maivzeb Lauj. The art pieces critically examine how missionization, war, displacement, and assimilation impacted Hmong language and ways of knowing as well as how Hmong people have reclaimed and can continue to reclaim their language. This project explores how poetic works can “plhis” or “be transformed” from their original textual and aural form and emerge reimagined through multimedia and multimodal visual expressions. “Plhis” evokes the essence of transformation and rebirth, reflecting how meaning shifts, evolves, and finds new life when moving between artistic languages. 🎨 Never too Old…Never too Young Designed and curated by the monca Junior Board, the exhibition titled "Never Too Old...Never Too Young" features art of many mediums created by local students of all ages. The monca Junior Board developed the exhibition concept to reduce the barriers to entry many new artists face in seeking to exhibit their work in museum and gallery spaces. Throughout the entry, jurying, and exhibition process, participants were able to learn about what to expect and prepare when it comes to professionally exhibiting their artwork. The pieces presented in the exhibition showcase the amazing talents of local students and work to imbue the importance of equity for developing artists. More exhibition info: /blogs/exhibitions

Morgan Perry, DOMP, is back with her transformative class, Foot Foundations—a therapeutic journey designed to make your feet stronger, more comfortable, and aligned 👣 Join us at monca on Saturday, April 18 and June 13, 2026 from 9:30AM-11AM to start your weekend off on the right foot 🌱 Practice an integrated stretching and movement routine in this class to learn about your body and feel lighter and more nimble. This class is focused on foot-centric exercises. Your feet play a crucial role in knee, hip, and spinal alignment, so this class will help your entire body feel better! Explore exercises, active release techniques, and alignment tips while gaining valuable insights into walking mechanics and footwear. By the end, you’ll have a newfound appreciation for your feet and leave with a simple, effective daily plan to address your unique foot concerns. After this class, you’ll never take your feet for granted again! This class is suitable for all bodies, ages, and experience levels. Please bring a yoga mat or blanket. Your feet (and the rest of your body) will thank you! $25 general admission tickets are only available online. All proceeds go to support monca! Morgan Perry received a Bachelor of Science in Osteopathy and a Diploma in Osteopathic Manual Practice from the Canadian College of Osteopathy in Vancouver, Canada. Osteopathy emphasizes the importance of manipulating the body’s tissues and muscles to promote healing and holistic strength. More info here: /blogs/events/foot-foundations-workshop-1

Tune in to KZFR 90.1FM tonight 04/07 at 6PM to listen to the second episode of “monca Unframed,” a podcast about your favorite local art museum 🎙️ Through a series of five episodes, you will learn about monca’s history, future, and why building a robust arts community matters 💞 Tonight’s episode features a conversation between Pennie Baxter, the Chair of monca’s Exhibitions Committee and Sara Smallhouse, an original member of the museum’s Permanent Collection Committee. The podcast is hosted by Georgia Zweber, the Vice President of the monca Board of Directors. From the permanent collection to the exhibitions, this episode focuses on the art itself. How we choose work and all about the Northern California artists who make it. This podcast is a part of the Chico Speaks podcast project and is made possible by KZFR 90.1FM, the California Arts Council, and the Chico Arts Commission. You can tune your radio dial to 90.1FM or stream live on the KZFR website. If you missed the live airing, you can go to the KZFR website and listen to archived programs. Click the link in our bio to go straight to the KZFR live radio stream! Thank you to everyone who made this project possible! We are pumped to share impactful stories with you! Pictured: Sara Smallhouse, Georgia Zweber, Pennie Baxter

Celebrate the release of the new book "Cancer InsideOut" by Linda Crill on Thursday, April 16th from 6-7:30PM at monca 📖 Linda Crill is the author of “Cancer InsideOut, An Insider's View of Chemo & Outsider's Guide for Support.” The book provides insight into how to support a loved one during their cancer journey. In the book, Crill shares practical ways to help someone during cancer treatment as well as helpful tips on what to say and do to show up for folks experiencing the life-altering reality of chemotherapy 💞 Copies of Linda Crill's newest book will be available for sale and signing from the author during the event. The book launch will be hosted at the museum and will include access to a no-host bar and small bites. Everyone in the community is welcome to attend at a $5 per person donation to the museum. Linda Crill is a "reinvention author, speaker, trainer and biker.” After 30 years of helping corporate leaders manage change and spark innovation, Linda found herself facing her toughest obstacle yet. As a recent widow followed by a bout with breast cancer, she yearned for rediscovery to find passion again and a new path forward. She hopes her story inspires others to find the resilience to erase old boundaries and open doors labeled “not me” in the discovery of answers to “What Now?” Learn more on the monca website here: /blogs/events/cancer-insideout-book-launch-with-author-linda-crill

Join us at monca for West Coast Swing Dance classes focused on implementing choreography and refining intermediate dance skills 🎶 Each class is structured with three sessions to accommodate different skill levels. Folks must have previous West Coast Swing Dance experience to participate effectively in the choreography session. One class ticket includes all three sessions. ⏰ Class Schedule 6:00-6:45PM - intro session* 6:45-7:30PM - all levels session* 7:30-8:30PM - choreography session (requires knowledge of WCS basics) *absolute beginners welcome 🗓️ Series Dates: Week FOUR: Thursday, April 9, 2026, 6-8:30PM Week FIVE : Thursday, April 16, 2026, 6-8:30PM Week SIX: Thursday, April 23, 2026, classes 6-7:30PM, and Social Dance 7:30-9:30 The Social Dance on Thursday, April 23rd is open to anyone, regardless of prior dance class attendance. 💸 Package Deals: Three Class Package: $50 Two Class Package: $40 Social Dance Only: $10 Participants do not need to come with a dancing partner, as partnerships will be randomized. You may purchase tickets online or at the museum. Tickets are available to buy singularly or in a package deal if you plan on attending multiple classes. We encourage you to bring friends or family and make a special evening out of these terrific dance sessions. People of all backgrounds are welcome to join and learn more about dance! Ray Hayes is a lifelong dancer and has experience teaching Salsa, Bachata, West Coast Swing, and Fusion at Chapman University. Hayes holds a 1st Place award in Advanced West Coast Swing from the 2019 US Open Swing Dance Championships.

Mix up your week and build an artful community through these exciting events! 🎉 Visit the monca website for more info and tickets! 🗓️ Saturday, April 4th @ 10-11AM 🎶 Tribal Belly Dance Class Experienced instructor, Mary Jo Brown, will lead you through dance techniques that will help build balance, strength, and flexibility while encouraging creative expression. Tribal belly dance is a modern Western form of belly dance that often incorporates elements of other contemporary dance styles. These classes are open to participants of all fitness levels and dance experience. $15 per person or purchase a multi-class package 🗓️ Sunday, April 5th, ALL DAY 🐰 Museum closed for holiday We hope you have a joyful and festive holiday weekend with friends and family! 🗓️ Thursday, April 9th @ 6-8:30PM 💃 West Coast Swing Dance Class Learn foundational basics of the dance style in a welcoming friendly environment with dancer and choreographer, Ray Hayes. No experience needed and no partner needed, come as you are! You may purchase tickets online on the monca website or in person at the museum. $20 per person or purchase a multi-class package 🗓️ Thursday, April 9th @ 6-9PM 💐 monca booth at Downtown Chico Thursday Night Market Visit the monca booth during the first Thursday Night Market of the season! Learn about upcoming museum events, exhibitions, and opportunities to get involved. Enjoy an all-ages health and healing themed craft and grab a free monca sticker! FREE! 🗓️ Saturday, April 11th @ 10-11AM 🎶 Tribal Belly Dance Class $15 per person 🗓️ Sunday, April 12th @ noon-3PM 🪁 monca booth at CARD Kite Day Celebrate spring and community during the Chico Area Recreation and Parks District (CARD) annual Kite Day event at Community Park! Get your kite ready to soar into the air! Make sure to check out the monca booth for informational brochures, free stickers, and a family-friendly craft! FREE!