ALLAN HANCOCK COLLEGE presents “Creating Sanctuary”, featuring abstract paintings by Lawrence Abrahamsen, through May 29 at the Allan Hancock College Ann Foxworthy Gallery, Student Center, 800 S. College, Santa Maria. Info: 922-6966, Ext. 3252.
THE SANTA MARIA PUBLIC LIBRARY presents an art exhibit titled “California Gold” featuring the works of Sharon Foster and Patricia Stalter through May 29 in the Santa Maria Library’s Shepard Hall, 421 McClelland, Santa Maria. Info: 925-0994, Ext. 117, or dhildinger@ci.santa-maria.ca.us.
THE LOMPOC PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM presents featured artist Denise Chavoya through May in the Grossman Gallery, Lompoc Public Library, 501 E North Ave., Lompoc. Info: 875-8775.
THE LOMPOC VALLEY ART ASSOCIATION presents featured artist Kimberley Reid through May at the Cypress Gallery, 119 East Cypress Ave., Lompoc. Info: 737-1129.
THE SANTA MARIA PUBLIC LIBRARY presents “Stripe and Sparkie’s Nature Adventures,” a story-telling exhibit of paintings and photographs by Michael Corob and Jeanne Sparks during the month of June. An opening reception is June 13 from 4 to 6 p.m., and Corob will read from his new book from 3 to 4 p.m. in the Shepard Gallery, Santa Maria Public Library, 421 McClelland St., Santa Maria. Info: 934-5835 or 739-1836.
ALLAN HANCOCK COLLEGE ART CLASSES include mixed media, painting, and drawing. Open to ages 18 and up, any time throughout the semester. Info: 922-6966, Ext. 3209.
This article appears in May 28 – Jun 4, 2009.