Art Passages: Ceramic Artists of Contra Costa County
ARTSCCC
ArtArt Passages: Ceramic Artists of Contra Costa County
Through 7/6 Arts Contra Costa County’s (ARTSCCC) quarterly exhibition at the County Administration Building in Martinez spotlights seven local ceramic artists working across sculpture, functional ware, and atmospheric-fired vessels. Free, Monday–Friday. artscontracosta.com.
ArtDivine Identity
6/20-6/30 Photojournalist and 2026 Pulitzer Prize finalist Salgu Wissmath presents an artist reception for their Divine Identity portrait series at Danville Congregational Church UCC, 5–8 p.m. The exhibition transforms portraits of queer folks of faith into sacred icons. Free. salguwissmath.com.
CommunityJuneteenth Celebration
6/19 Dublin’s free Juneteenth celebration at Emerald Glen Park features live performances, Black-owned vendors, food, drinks, and a tribute to Earth, Wind & Fire by Kalimba. Free. dublin.ca.gov.
FestivalMontclair Beer, Wine & Music Festival
6/20 The Montclair Village’s annual street festival returns with 50+ craft beverage tastings—beer, wine, cider, and non-alcoholic options—alongside local chefs, artisan vendors, and live entertainment. Advance tickets $58; day-of $68. montclairvillage.com.
TheaterThe Fre
Through 6/28 Catch Oakland Theater Project’s limited two-week run of Taylor Mac’s The Fre—part mud-riot, part rave, part ball pit. A queer, all-ages play staging polarization, freedom, and collective chaos with raucous and unexpectedly tender results. Tickets $10–$70. oaklandtheaterproject.org.
The Fre
Courtesy of Oakland Theater Project