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MAA President's Message
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As we head into August, Martinez’s favorite art event of the year is right around the corner! As you all know, Art in the Park is a celebration of creativity that brings together artists, musicians, community organizations, and neighbors for a day of art, music, food, and fun. Thanks to the dedication of our artists and volunteers, this event continues to grow in both scale and spirit, and I would personally like to thank everyone who has helped us bring some art to the park!
We invite you to join us on Sunday, August 17, from 10 AM to 5 PM at Susana Park. Whether you’re coming to enjoy the festivities, to share your art, or perhaps to lend a hand, your presence helps strengthen the vibrant arts community we’re building here in Martinez. If you’re able to volunteer for a short shift during the event, you can sign up here.
We look forward to celebrating with you, and to honoring the creativity and collaboration that make events like this possible. See you on August 17th!
Nate Holbein
MAA President
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Save the Dates:
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First Fridays - August 1, September 5
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Art in the Park - August 17
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MAA Board/Member Meetings: First Monday of the month at 6:30pm
- Upcoming Meeting: August 4, 2025 at Studio 55, 55 Howe Rd., Martinez
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All MAA members are welcome! Please email us if you would like to attend.
Thank you to all of our supportive members! Join or renew here. Membership is only $25 a year and tax-deductible. Your dues help support local teacher art grants and student scholarships as well as sponsor community events. As a member you get the opportunity to show your art in local exhibits, and member discounts for Art in the Park.
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Get Ready for First Friday August 1st
Music, art, shopping, dining! Stroll around downtown and visit the many stores, galleries, and restaurants that will be open until 9pm.
Main Street Arts will be open with some live artist demos in front of the gallery near the MAA info booth. 613 Main Street
Main Street will be closed off to traffic on the 600 block during the summer and parking is free after 6pm. There will be live music in the plaza next to Starbucks on Main Street from 6-9pm.
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MAA presents the 54th Annual Art in the Park!
Sunday, August 17, 2025
Over 60 artists are expected at this beloved community event. Come and enjoy fine arts and crafts created by local artists, along with live music, food trucks and beverages including wine and beer. Also be sure to check out the Silent Auction!
Art in the Park is MAA's biggest fundraising event of the year, and helps provide scholarships to graduating seniors as well as art grants for local elementary through high school teachers.
It takes a village! We need volunteers, can you spare a couple of hours? Some of the jobs are helping to set-up, tear down, selling drink tickets and more. You can sign up here.
See you there!
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Meet Some of the Art in the Park Community!
Many of the 60+ vendors who are exhibiting at this year's event return year after year. One example is local artist and art instructor Patsy Taylor and over 20 of her students who fill up three booth spaces with their creative work. Many styles and sizes of art will be featured for sale.
Another returning vendor is local artist Laurie Mansur who will be showing new fused glass work including wallhangings, lanterns, and new "glow in the dark" pieces! Laurie is also a painter and will feature new 5" x 7" original watercolor paintings. Check out her work at LaurieMansurArt.com.
And with our amazing music line-up, SOUND is extremely important. We can relax knowing Steve Riccobono and his company Sound Travels Productions is on hand to make sure everything runs smoothly. This will be his 7th year running the sound at Art in the Park, one of his favorite events.
"I started Sound Travels Productions back in 2010 as just a side hobby to support local bands. My passion for live music grew and I saw the need to support local community events. I am now the Martinez go-to sound company supporting Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Martinez & Co,, the Martinez Arts Association and others. " Steve's website
| | A snapshot of some of the art from Patsy Taylor's group at a previous Art in the Park. | Steve Riccobono with Chris Bryant | Original watercolor painting by Laurie Mansur | | |
www.mainstreetarts.net
613 Main Street, Martinez, CA
Open Wednesday-Friday 11-4, Saturday 11-8pm during the summer and Sunday 10-3
Martinez First Fridays open until 9
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Studio 55 & Art Gallery
55 Howe Road, 2nd Floor, Martinez
Check out this beautiful space for artists of all types. There are many upcoming classes, workshops and ongoing activities, such as the Figure Group.
For more information, visit their website at https://www.studio55martinez.com.
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Currently on Display:
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Martinez Library: Sheryl Keyes, book artist showing "Alphabet", found letters with abstract cut-paper collage
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Campbell Theater: Pat Calabro
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Roxx on Main : Lenore Allen, painting
If you are a current MAA member and would like to inquire about showing your work, please email maacalabro@gmail.com
| Spring Joy by Lenore Allen | | | |
Founded in 1968 as a nonprofit organization, the MAA organizes and participates in many community events throughout the year. Our goal is to encourage art culture and education for local youth. Fundraising proceeds provide scholarships to graduating seniors as well as art grants for elementary through high school teachers. | | | |
PO Box 2304
Martinez, CA 94553
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