September is full of celebrations

The second Sunday in September kicks off National Arts Education Week, celebrating the transformative powers of creative skills. The week recognizes the impact of arts education and how it equips young people to succeed in all areas of life. Students in schools that offer arts-integrated learning are more likely to show better academic outcomes, transfer knowledge from arts to non-arts domains, and demonstrate greater motivation and engagement in learning.

September also celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept 15-25, a time to appreciate and celebrate the colorful cultures, rich histories, and diversity of the American Latino community.

National Dance Day is the third Saturday, and celebrate the power of reading all month long as September the designated National Literacy Month-- Local Libraries, Big Stories. Check out your local library to catch a great program or event, and a good book! Learn more about the Kids Creative Writing Club at the Loomis Library.

SEP 5 | Artist Reception

Persimmon Art Gallery

Meet artists as they share their ideas and discuss their creative process. Delicious appetizers and beverage will be served. Two of our artists are showcased and each will each make an informal presentation about their inspiration, artwork and process

SEP 7 | The Blues Monsters

North Tahoe

Free Concert at Commons Beach - don't miss the last of the season!

SEP 19 | Campfire-Rock Art Mysteries Tour

Maidu Museum and Historic Site

Experience indigenous stories, and enjoy marshmallow roasting around the campfire at the outdoor amphitheater. Enjoy a walk after dark and learn the history of the unique artifacts on the Historic Site, with special lighting only during the tour.

SEP 11 | "Pacific Jazz" Reception

Art League of Lincoln

Enjoy the "Pacific Jazz" exhibit in the Spotlight Gallery featuring the works of Rick Watson and Pam Kinzie at this artists reception.

SEP 13 | Symphony and Art in the Park

Auburn Symphony

Free performance to kick off the symphony season! Plus, in partnership with Placer Artists Tour and Auburn Arts Commission, it's an outdoor visual and performing arts event --don't miss it. 

Artwork by Terry Shearn

NOW | Auburn Symphony Tickets on Sale

SEP 13 | Haruka Fujii with Musubi Trio

Tahoe Music Alive

Immerse yourself in the musical flavors of Japan, played by various instrumental combinations of the Musubi Trio, Multi-percussionist Haruka Fujii, with Beni Shinohara, violin and Rayo Furuta on flute.

SEP 12-28 | Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder

Lincoln Theatre Company

The production follows Monty Navarro, a sweet but scheming young man who learns he is ninth in line to inherit a vast fortune and noble title. With nothing to lose (except maybe his conscience), Monty sets out to eliminate the eight D’Ysquith family members standing in his way… creatively, of course.

SEP 13- 28 | Pickleball

Placer Community Theater

Get your tickets to Jeff Daniels' Hit Comedy! This performance is a hilarious spoof of the fastest growing sport in the country, and the passion, fervor, and obsession of the people who play it, sometimes leading to death!

SEP 18 | Women's Adventure Tour

Auburn State Theatre

Program highlights the resilience and creativity of women navigating the challenges of both the outer world and their own inner landscapes. These films represent the spirit of perseverance and the power of women in the outdoors to inspire, entertain, and spark important conversations.

SEP 20 | SCG Environmental Artist Lecture

Blue Line Arts

Join environmental artist Jane Ingram Allen as she shares her journey of creating art in harmony with nature. Jane’s art transforms over time—blossoming, dissolving, and returning to the earth. In addition to her innovative eco-art practice, Jane will share stories from her extensive international career as an artist-in-residence in countries around the world. Her global experiences inform a practice that is as rooted in environmental awareness as it is in cultural exchange.

SEP 17 | Writing Contest

State Theatre Acting Company

Gold Country Writers (GCW) is hosting a writing competition open to writers residing in Placer, and regionally. Submit your original, unpublished nonfiction stories, with a maximum of 1,500 words. A great chance for writers to showcase their work and win cash prizes. Deadline to submit: midnight Sept. 17, 2025.

SEP 27 | A Festival of Wonders

Placer Pops Chorale

Step into a world of enchantment at The Pops Chorale & Orchestra Gala Festival of Wonders, at Harris Center Enjoy a red carpet walk and champagne welcome. Be dazzled as your favorite characters come to life as we play tribute to the music of Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz--geniuses behind Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, Wicked and more!

CLASSES

Blue Line Arts: INFO

JC Lee Studios School of Sculpture:: INFO

For the Love of Art Gallery: INFO

Maidu Museum: INFO Jewelry, Masks, and more

Metal Arts Academy: Jewelry Classes INFO

Persimmon Art Gallery: INFO oil painting portrait by Frank Ordaz, and more

Re|Create: INFO

Artist to Artist Critique @ Blue Line Arts: Aug 23

YOUTH CLASSES

Art League of Lincoln: INFO

Auburn Clay Arts Studio (youth & adult): INFO

Blue Line Arts: INFO

Stay Creative Studios: The Art of Architecture INFO

Re|Create: INFO

COMING UP:

OCT 4 Blue Line Arts Gala INFO

OCT 4 Maker Faire INFO

OCT 4 Oaktoberfest at Maidu Museum INFO

OCT 10-11 Tahoe Literary Festival INFO

OCT 11 Artisans at the Lodge at 965 Orchard Creek Lane, Sun City Lincoln Hills



Creative economy events

Entrepreneurship programs tailored for creative sectors including art, design, media, and technology at the Roseville Venture Lab. 

OCT 15 Selling & Monetization Strategies for Artists 

DEC 10 Financial Management for Artists 

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