Friday, Nov. 1 Painting with Words Heidi McGurrin, a poet, artist and photographer, has been rooted in the Monterey Peninsula for generations. Her great-grandmother, Jane Gallatin Powers, had a painting studio in Carmel nestled among sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. The Peninsula is a place that speaks to her, and she speaks about it, whether through poetry, paintings or photographs, and teaching local school students her craft. McGurrin has only started sharing her poetry publicly since 2017, and this a chance for folks to come hear her speak her truth, “To be able to disappear | inside yourself.” [DS] 5:30-7pm Friday, Nov. 1. Pacific Grove Public Library, 550 Central Ave., Pacific Grove. Free. 648-5760, ffpgpl.org. Saturday, Nov. 2 Beyond Books A library can be a place to check out books—and a gathering place, an emergency information hub and more. Carmel Valley Branch Library hosts “Your Library: Beyond Books.” Eddy Hamelin, branch manager, reveals the many ways the library serves the community beyond its shelves. Discover a rich variety of programs and services, an extensive collection of online resources, and the vital support the library offers to diverse communities. Hamelin will delve into how the library becomes a critical lifeline, providing for emergency aid when natural disasters strike. [AP] 10:15-11:15am, Saturday, Nov. 2. Carmel Valley Branch Library, 65 W. Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley. Free. 6477760, focvl.org. FireD Up Come show your support for local firefighters, per an invitation from the Salinas Firefighters Foundation to their fall fundraiser, which promises to be “an evening of fun” with food, drinks, music and a silent auction.” All proceeds go to support the foundation, which in turn go to providing education, mentorship and training to local youth. The foundation is dedicated to promoting generational empowerment and building momentum for the youth in the community. “By providing career-centric educational opportunities, mentorship and financial support, we aim to inspire the 24 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY october 31-november 6, 2024 www.montereycountynow.com TEMPLE SISTERS The Temple Garage (542 Ortiz Ave., Studio 5, Sand City) is joining in the spirit of election season with On Being Blue, an exhibition showcasing art by the Temple Sisters (Holly and Ashlee Temple) over the past 10 years. Featured work focuses on democracy, feminism and other social and political issues that have long been elements of their work. “While living in a political climate that is often overwhelming, creating and experiencing art is one way we cope with the anxiety of our times,” Holly says. “Art offers a path to processing the trials of today and turns them into something tangible, something that can inspire others to keep fighting.” They are giving 20 percent of proceeds from sales of their art to Democratic candidates. The exhibit closes Nov. 6, the day after Election Day. [AP] HOT PICKS october 31 –november 06 To see more local events, and add your own, visit calendar.montereycountynow.com Courtesy of The Temple Sisters Courtesy of Winfield Gallery VISUALS WARREN CHANG Winfield Gallery announced a new arrival, “Salinas River at Dusk Study,” a piece by local artist Warren Chang. His subject matter for the last two decades has been field workers of Monterey County, a visual continuation of what writer John Steinbeck was committed to, documenting the struggle of the perpetual underdog. But before Chang transitioned, already in his 40s, to fine art, he became famous as an illustrator for Atari. While living in New York and Los Angeles, Chang started teaching drawing and painting in the most prestigious art schools, such as the Pratt Institute. It was around that time, the late 1990s, when he decided to transition to fine art. This new work, an 8-by-10-inch oil painting, is viewable in the gallery on Dolores Street between Ocean and 7th avenues in Carmel. [AP] Folk musicians Alisa Fineman and Kimball Hurd return to the stage at Aromas Grange for their uplifting brand of Americana/folk music, drawing inspiration from sources ranging from the sounds of nature to sacred music. mannhy espinoza Jazz guitarist Peter Barnes Martin relocated from New York to Monterey in 2021, quickly joining the local music scene. He opens this week at Golden State Theatre. daniel dreifuss
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