Thursday, Sept. 12 Hollywood Calls Since the beginning of film, Monterey County has been a favorite destination for filmmakers—more than 200 films have been made here. In 1987 the Board of Supervisors created the Monterey County Film Commission to attract more productions, bringing a flow of dollars with them, an estimated $136 million in economic impact. The commission is hosting a special gathering for film enthusiasts, industry professionals and community members at its “Hollywood in Your Backyard Mixer” at LadySomm. It’s a good opportunity to hob knob with insiders and get to know the work of the commission, while sipping on fine wine and nibbling on charcuterie. Space is limited to 70 guests, so check availability. [PM] 4:30-6:30pm Thursday, Sept. 12. LadySomm, 3728 The Barnyard, G-23, Carmel. $15. 646-0910, filmmonterey.org. Intimate Partners Ken Robins knows a thing or two about love and relationships. He taught on both topics for over 30 years at the Esalen Institute and in private practice. Robins brings his wealth of knowledge in a talk, “In the Pursuit of Happiness,” where he’ll lead attendees both didactically and experientially through the agony and ecstasy of intimate relationships, while helping them to learn more about who they are and the people they love. Robins teaches with compassion and humor, and believes in the potential for suffering to become a blessing. It should prove to be an illuminating session. [PM] 6-7pm Thursday, Sept. 12. Pilgrim’s Way Books, Dolores Street between 5th and 6th Avenues, Carmel. $25. 624-4955, pilgrimsway.com. Friday, Sept. 13 More Sunsets Good news. Because of the warm weather and due to public demand, the Sunset Music Series at Pacific Grove is extended. Three more shows are waiting for sunset lovers outdoors on the Asilomar Conference Center grounds. There are picnic tables, beach chairs, fire pits and a grill station where you can buy food. And of course, there’s music. The upcoming Sept. 13 event features musician Shawn Yanez, then comes 24 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY september 12-18, 2024 www.montereycountynow.com Averil Mabry Averil Mabry is a junior at Carmel High School, where she focuses on art classes. When an opportunity came up to paint a mural at Carmel River Elementary School, which Mabry attended, she jumped at the chance. “I decided to paint a scene that would be both welcoming and reflective,” she shares by email. “The mural depicts the Carmel River, which you can see from the elementary school playground. Overall, I tried to convey a sense of joy that reflected my own memories.” The mural, titled “River Days,” was funded entirely by the fifth-grade Class of 2024 (now in sixth grade) to commemorate their time at River School and to provide a legacy for future River School Otters. This mural replaces an old piece that was removed when Mabry was in kindergarten. “The empty wall left such a void that we knew we had to find something wonderful to replace it,” she adds. [AP] 12-18 September HOT PICKS To see more local events, and add your own, visit calendar.montereycountynow.com Averil Mabry Courtesy of YAC VISUALS Zoey McNeil Youth Arts Collective artists take center stage in a brilliant showcase of animated, illustrated and voice-over works. Come see Animated Antics: The Young Animators and Illustrators of Youth Arts Collective now on display in the Casa Gutierrez Community Art Gallery at Monterey State Historic Park (590 Calle Principal, Monterey). Dive into worlds where anthropomorphic animals sport braces with style, H.G. Wells-inspired extraterrestrials crash land, and love blossoms between a wolf and a deer. Immerse yourself in quirky, unforgettable character-filled universes, relive the magic of your favorite canceled cartoon. It’s on display from 11am-4pm Saturdays and Sundays, until Oct. 20. [AP] Carmel Valley artist Nick Leonoff is the master of glass pumpkin-making. He is the key person behind the upcoming Glass Pumpkin Patch of Carmel, an annual event beloved by local children (and adult glass collectors). daniel dreifuss Blank Tapes are coming to Big Sur. The band’s leader, multi-instrumentalist Matt Adams, has produced over a dozen albums of 1960s-inspired music. Sean Olmstead
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