Welcome

A partner in the state-local partnership of the California Arts Council since 1982

A private, non-profit organization working to support and promote all arts in Madera County

Blends the expertise from many partnerships and sixteen directors to create the necessary link between the arts and community development

Events

Annual Gala for the Arts

May 12 2012

Save the date-Saturday June 9, 2012 This year’s theme is the Pirates of the Caribbean. More info TBA. Invitations have been sent (if yours didn’t arrive call the gallery so we can check the address in our computer). The evening will include no host cocktails, silent and live auction, a delicious dinner, and entertainment. Raffle...Read More

Artist Workshop

May 12 2012

We will be holding an a 3 day artist workshop, with instructor Mike Bailey, with the ACA (Alliance of California Artists)May 18, 19, & 20th. Please call the Circle Gallery at 661-7005 for further information.

Timberline Gallery News

May 10 2012

Now on exhibit “What Inspires Me”. Given the variety of artists exhibiting at Timberline, viewers can expect an abundance of creativity, insight, diversity and thought-provoking works to be shown. For more information visit www.timberlineartgallery.com

Summer Concerts in the Park

May 10 2012

Mark your calendar for Sunday July 8th! The evening will begin with a delicious no host BBQ served by the Madera Breakfast Lions followed by the big band sounds of crowd favorite the Hal Magnie Band. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy great music under the stars.

Celebrate Agriculture with the Arts

May 04 2012

Entries are now being accepted for the 2012 Celebrate Agriculture with the Arts. Please visit the page dedicated to this show for information. See the side bar and click on Celebrate Agriculture with the Arts.

Open Mic Yosemite

Apr 18 2012

Beginning Saturday, May 5 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Willow Bridge Bookstore on Hwy 41 in Oakhurst, a weekly OPEN MIC YOSEMITE event begins. It will be a balance between spoken word (poetry or short stories), music, singers, you name it. Bring your talent or just come and enjoy a nice event for the family. Tea, coffee, and snacks will be available...Read More

Sierra Arts Trails

Apr 12 2012

The April 15th Sierra Art Trails 2012 application deadline has been extended to May 1st. There will be no additional extension.If you have not applied, we hope the additional time will encourage you to enter. Please do your best to submit your application soon! We can promote YOU better once we know you are on board. The sooner we have your...Read More

Seussical the Musical

Apr 12 2012

Thank you to the following sponsors for making our 4th theatre night a wonderful success. Madera Chrysler Jeep Dodge DiCicco’s Restaurant The Vineyard Restaurant Cazadore’s Grill Super Buffet Sal’s Restaurant ...Read More

NVAL Photography Show

Feb 15 2012

NVAL 2012 INTERNATIONAL JURIED PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW $1750 IN PRIZE MONEY WITH BOTH A PHYSICAL GALLERY AND ONLINE EXHIBIT. Best of Show is $1000. The show will be exhibited May 1-June 2 at the North Valley Art League’s Carter House Gallery in Redding, California. The gallery is adjacent to the Sacramento River and major recreation areas...Read More

Programs and Services

Circle Gallery

Circle Gallery a non-profit Gallery showcasing and promoting the juried work of the area’s professional artists Exhibit program featuring curate exhibits with special themes, from various cultures and...Read More

Arts in Education

The Madera Arts Council’s Arts Education Programs serve the elementary students in Madera County by working with the Madera Unified School District and the County Office of Education.  With their...Read More

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