Join us in celebrating the hard work and dedication of Monmouth Arts Board Presidents as we commemorate the 50th Anniversary of Monmouth Arts. SUMMER SOIRÉE Join us in celebrating the hard work and dedication of Monmouth Arts Board Presidents as we commemorate the 50th Anniversary of Monmouth Arts. Take in the spectacular views of the Navesink River while enjoying delicious hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and live music by Quincy Mumford. The party is graciously hosted by the Padovano Family. The attire is Summer Smart Causal. Please RSVP by August 1. Address and parking instructions will be provided upon registration. Thursday, August 11, 2022 5:30 to 7:30 PM The Padovano Residence Rumson, New Jersey Donation: $100 per person RSVP Monmouth Arts Board Presidents Dr. David Stout - 2021 to Present Joe Barris - 2019 to 2021 Kathy Donnelly - 2016 to 2019 Kim Honecker - 2014 to 2016 Lynn Reich - 2011 to 2014 Holly Lyttle - 2007 to 2011 Peter Lyden - 2005 to 2007 Alice Berman - 1999 to 2005

Monmouth Arts' Annual Member Exhibits showcases art work focused on different themes. Attend our current exhibit or view our past exhibits through our digital galleries. ANNUAL MEMBER EXHIBITS On View: November 1 - December 10, 2025 Opening Reception: November 7, 6-8pm View Digital Gallery The 2025 Charles Sills Memorial Group Art Exhibit: Seen and Unseen Monmouth Arts invited the creative community of Monmouth County to submit works that explore the theme of Seen & Unseen as part of our annual member exhibition, on display at Monmouth University’s Pollak Gallery in West Long Branch. Seen & Unseen is a call for artists to look more closely—not only at our surroundings but also at the inner landscapes we carry. It’s an invitation to recognize the presence and power of what is often left in the shadows. Through painting, sculpture, photography, and mixed media, the exhibition invites both artists and audiences to consider: What do we overlook in our daily lives? What deserves to be remembered? And how do the spaces we inhabit reflect the spaces within us? Seen & Unseen was guest curated by Vaune Peck, founding Director of Monmouth University’s Center for the Arts. For three decades, Peck has led the Center’s comprehensive programming in the performing and visual arts, bringing a dynamic range of cultural experiences to the community. Caryl Sills next to Charles Sills' sculpture at the 2025 exhibit: Seen & Unseen About Charles Sills Now in its Eighth year, the Monmouth Arts annual member exhibit was renamed in 2022 in memory of Dr. Charles Sills, who was a painter, sculptor, collector, and supporter of the arts. He retired from his role as the Chief of Surgery at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch in 2000. His work has been shown at many galleries in Monmouth County and he won awards from New York's Allied Artists of America as well as Knickerbocker Artists. PAST EXHIBITS The Charles Sills Memorial Group Art Exhibit: Terra Incognito (An Unknown Land) The 2024 Charles Sills Memorial Group Art Exhibit, Terra Incognita (An Unknown Land), invited participating artists to reflect on the unknown within their creative practice—whether a recurring subject, an elusive theme, or an aspect of their process that remains unresolved yet compelling. The exhibit was curated by George Bates, a nationally and internationally recognized artist known for his work in public art, fine art, and private commissions. Formerly based in New York and now living in the Asbury Park area, Bates brought a thoughtful perspective to the show’s theme. Presented by Monmouth Arts, the exhibition was hosted at the Oyster Point Hotel in Red Bank, a celebrated venue on the Navesink River known for its vibrant support of the arts and its innovative artist-in-residence program. Click here to view the digital gallery. The Charles Sills Memorial Group Art Exhibit: Reinvention This exhibition examined the theme of Reinvention and its relation to art, creativity, community, and our professional and personal journeys. The act of reinvention may bring a sense of renewal, a focus on sustainability, or be a simple act of giving new life to an object or idea. All of the exhibited art is the work of 44 Monmouth Arts members, who represent the creative, vibrant spirit of Monmouth County. Monmouth Arts was pleased to host the curated group exhibit in the Long Branch Arts and Cultural Center, a historic bank building that experienced its own reinvention when it was transformed into a gallery and community space in 2021. The exhibition was guest co-curated by Tara Collins, an area artist with deep connections to the arts community. Click here to view the digital gallery. The Charles Sills Memorial Group Art Exhibit: Belonging This exhibition was an exploration of how our community imagines and celebrates a collective vision of Belonging. Through art we can tell new stories and further important conversations that enrich our sense of community. These connections can help us transcend crises, empower and connect us. All of the art is the work of Monmouth Arts members, who represent the creative, vibrant spirit of Monmouth County. Monmouth Arts was pleased to be showcase the exhibit in the Center for Visual Arts Gallery at Brookdale Community College. The exhibition was curated by Elisa Elorza, CVA Gallery Coordinator. Click here to view the digital gallery. Journey In recognition of our 50th Anniversary, Monmouth Arts is reflecting on the journey we’ve been on over the past half-century as well as where we’re headed. Journey is a group exhibition to be held at Monmouth University’s Pollak Gallery. This exhibition will showcase works that express Journey as it relates to the artist’s experiences. Where have you been and where are you going? Contributing artists are all current members of Monmouth Arts. Monmouth University's Pollak Gallery 400 Cedar Ave, West Long Branch December 2, 2021 - January 27, 2022 Click here to view the digital gallery. Sanctuary Sanctuary is a virtual group exhibit of Monmouth Arts members with a physical pop-up exhibit to be held in December at 10PRL, an arts and events space in Long Branch. For some, “sanctuary” may not be a physical structure or shelter but a community or a representation of what makes an individual feel safe or protected from the outside world. This exhibition expresses the experience of sanctuary as it relates to the artist's world, including the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. 10 PRL 515 Bath Ave, Long Branch December 7, 2020 - January 2021 Click here to view the digital gallery. Out of the Blue An eclectic collection of local artwork Out of the Blue is a showcase of artwork by 40 members of Monmouth Arts, including everything from drawings to paintings to sculpture, from the fantastical to the emotional to the photographic. Held in the Bungalounge, the bar and gallery of the Bungalow Hotel in Pier Village, this show is a visual celebration of our creative community. The opening reception was a big hit. Read more on our Artzine . The Bungalounge @ Bungalow Hotel, Pier Village 50 Laird Street, Long Branch November 7, 2019 - January 24, 2020 Structure Interpretations of human-made structure through the perspective of painting, drawing, photography, and more. This group show of Monmouth Arts members, put together by Guest Curator Bart Lentini Photography , will be installed at the Upper Gallery of the historic Spring Lake Community House & Theatre, located at 300 Madison Avenue, Spring Lake. The Upper Gallery @ Spring Lake Community House & Theater 300 Madison Avenue, Spring Lake December 1, 2018 - March 22, 2019

Creative Expressions Arts & Wellness Program is a countywide initiative that uses the arts to address the rise in mental health issues in our youth due to the COVID-19 pandemic. CREATIVE EXPRESSIONS Monmouth Arts’ Creative Expressions Arts & Wellness Program is a countywide initiative that uses the arts to address the rise in mental health issues in youth, seniors, and other adult populations in need. Teams of teaching artists and mental health professionals deliver free arts programs and services directly to organizations, senior centers, and schools. Our facilitators provide instruction and materials to engage students of all ages in artistic self-expression over a period of four to eight weeks. Over this period, teams build relationships with participants and identify those who could benefit from additional mental health services. Creative Expressions was started in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to serve underserved youth and has since expanded to include seniors and other adults who are dealing with stress, grief, anxiety, loneliness, etc. Funding to support our work has been provided by Impact 100 Jersey Coast, Monmouth Park Charity Fund, New Jersey Natural Gas, Mary Owen Borden Foundation, the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners, and the New Jersey State Council on the Arts. Interested in more information? Contact Devan Brash, Arts Education Manager, at devan@monmoutharts.org Click to download program flyer! View Creative Expressions artwork Photo Albums Teen Arts Festival Boys & Girls Club of Red Bank Outreach

Monmouth Arts provides resources for educatiors to improve their classrooms and grow professionally. Foster your personal learning through our network. ARTS EDUCATOR RESOURCES MONMOUTH ARTS PROVIDES RESOURCES FOR EDUCATORS TO IMPROVE THEIR CLASSROOMS AND GROW PROFESSIONALLY Foster your personal learning and better engage your students by developing arts education programs in your school, participating in online webinars, attending workshops & conferences, and by joining us at Monmouth Arts' student-focused programs. RESOURCES Americans for the Arts – your national arts advocacy organization! Leading our nation in arts advocacy, current legislation, news and research. Incredible resources here! Arts Education Navigator Advocacy Tool – With over 300 contributors and over 175 partner organizations, the Arts Education Navigator is your connection to the tools and resources you need to make the case for arts education! ArtPride NJ is your state connection to the arts, highlighting the value of arts to the NJ economy, to NJ education and to the NJ community through events, programs and resources. International Journal of Education & the Arts - A journal of research and scholarship. New Jersey Arts Education Partnership – Our leading arts education advocates for ALL youth in the state of New Jersey, “with the mission to provide a unified voice for a diverse group of constituents who agree on the educational benefits and impact of the arts, specifically the contribution they make to student achievement and a civilized, sustainable society.” National Guild for Community Arts Education – “We foster the creation and development of community arts education organizations by providing research and information resources, professional development, networking opportunities, funding, and advocacy on behalf of the field.” Teaching Artist Guild – TAG strengthens the field by advocating, honoring, supporting, and convening artists who teach. Visit their website for extensive resources, such as information on training programs, job postings, events, and more. Arts Ed Now – a statewide campaign to increase active participation in arts education at all schools in New Jersey. Grassroots tools for ALL individuals (students, parents, teachers, principals, Board of Ed, communities, politicians and more) to stay informed and get active! Best Colleges – provides resources for students and educators pursuing higher education, including their guides to Bachelor's . Master's , and Doctorate Programs in Education. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WEBINARS Arts Education Webinars from the National Endowment for the Arts All types of Live, On-demand and In-the-classroom Webinars from Americans for the Arts ! The Council for Exceptional Children offers Webinars, Workshops and Summits in the area of special education. The organization is active in local, state and federal issues, highlighting their arts advocacy letters earlier this year opposing the ESEA bill for several reasons. This is an excellent website for professional development and also special education news and policy information. WORKSHOPS Check out these professional development workshops offered through Young Audiences: Creative Teaching Techniques and Assessment Embracing our Autistic and Asperger Kids Teaching Science Through Dance and Dance Through Science Check out the full list here

Upcoming artful experiences, arts mixers, member exhibits, film sneak peeks, and much more! EVENTS Upcoming Paint Red Bank: Plein Air Event and Exhibit Sun, May 31 ArtSpace Learn more Human Thread: The Art of Compassion and Courage Tue, Jun 02 Caroline Huber Wellness Center @ BCC Learn more True Colors: A Storytelling Celebration Wed, Jun 10 ArtSpace Learn more Creating Sea Glass Art: An Artful Experience Wed, Jun 17 ArtSpace Learn more Exhibits On View Pieces of Us: The Art of Creative Expression In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month The “Pieces of Us” exhibition celebrates artwork created through Monmouth Arts’ Creative Expressions Arts & Wellness Program. The collection brings together personal and expressive art that reflect the diverse emotions and perspectives of those who have experienced our program. On view May 7 - May 21, 2026 | ArtSpace, Red Bank Learn more Past Events Thu, May 07 2026 Arts Education Awards / MU, Rechnitz Hall - DiMattio Gallery Details May 07, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM MU, Rechnitz Hall - DiMattio Gallery, 400 Cedar Ave, West Long Branch, NJ 07764, USA Honoring outstanding arts educators, community leaders, and high school students for excellence in the arts Wed, May 06 Terrarium Resin Pendant: Artful Experience / ArtSpace Details May 06, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM ArtSpace, 99 Monmouth St, Red Bank, NJ 07701, USA Beginner friendly | All materials provided Sat, Apr 25 What Were You Wearing: Exhibit Opening Reception / ArtSpace Learn more Apr 25, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM ArtSpace, 99 Monmouth St, Red Bank, NJ 07701, USA Brought to you by 180 Turning Lives Around in partnership with Monmouth Arts Load More

ARTIST REGISTRY FILM / MEDIA Vaughn Battista Filmmaking www.vaughnbattista.com Instagram: @vaughnbattista vaubattista@gmail.com 732-272-2309

Opportunities and resources for artists in grants, exhibition space, and more. PROGRAMS ARTHELPS GRANTS Apply for an ArtHelps Local Arts Program grant. Learn more ➔ ARTIST GRANTS Learn more ➔ Apply for a Teaching Artist Grant. Learn more ➔ SENIOR ART SHOW View the artwork of Monmouth County senior artists. CREATIVE EXPRESSIONS Learn more about Creative Expressions Arts & Wellness Program. Learn more ➔ CREATIVE AGING Learn more about our Creative Aging Program, with the goal of bringing the transformative power of the arts to our senior community. Learn more ➔ Learn more ➔ CALL FOR ENTRIES Interested in exhibiting your artwork with Monmouth Arts? Check out this page for our current Call for Entries!

Get a first look at films before they premiere in NY and LA! Film Sneak Peeks are made possible by Sony Pictures Classics and Basie Center Cinemas. FILM SNEAK PEEKS Get a first look at films before they premiere in NY and LA! Film Sneak Peeks are made possible by Sony Pictures Classics and Basie Center Cinemas. Nuremberg Wednesday, November 5, 2025 Reception: 5:30 PM @ ArtSpace 99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank Film Screening: 7:00 PM @ Basie Center Cinemas 36 White Street, Red Bank Written and directed by: James Vanderbilt Based on the book: The Nazi and the Psychiatrist by Jack El-Hai Starring: Russell Crowe, Rami Malek, Leo Woodall, John Slattery, Mark O’Brien, Colin Hanks, Wrenn Schmidt, Lydia Peckham, with Richard E. Grant, and Michael Shannon The Allies, led by the unyielding chief prosecutor, Robert H. Jackson (Michael Shannon), have the task of ensuring the Nazi regime answers for the unveiled horrors of the Holocaust while a US Army psychiatrist (Rami Malek) is locked in a dramatic psychological duel with former Reichsmarschall Herman Göring (Russell Crowe). This Event Has Passed THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Film Sneak Peeks are made possible by Sony Pictures Classics and Basie Center Cinemas. PAST SCREENINGS Oh, Hi! July 16, 2025 The Room Next Door November 20, 2024 Freud's Last Session December 12, 2023 RETURN TO SEOUL February 7, 2023 THE BURNT ORANGE HERESY January 30, 2020 THE WHITE CROW April 3, 2019 PUZZLE June 21, 2018 MARK FELT: THE MAN... September 28, 2017 THE COMEDIAN February 2, 2017 Jane Austen Wrecked My Life May 7, 2025 The Outrun October 9, 2024 The Miracle Club July 11, 2023 THE SON: FEATURING HUGH JACKMAN November 15, 2022 THE CLIMB October 2, 2019 ALL IS TRUE January 24, 2019 THE RIDER April 12, 2018 MAUDIE June 15, 2017 The Penguin Lessons March 12, 2025 We Grown Now April 9, 2024 It Ain't Over May 9, 2023 THE RETURN OF TANYA TUCKER: FEATURING BRANDI CARLILE October 6, 2022 MAIDEN May 22, 2019 NEVER LOOK AWAY November 29, 2018 THE LEISURE SEEKER January 18, 2018 PARIS CAN WAIT May 11, 2017

ARTSPACE 105 ArtSpace 105 is the official micro-gallery of Monmouth Arts. It is located at 105 Monmouth Street in Red Bank (next to the Count Basie Center for the Arts). Apply to exhibit work here . Kaleidoscope RBC High School Students Opening Reception: March 8, 2019 | 6:00 - 7:30pm Exhibit: March 1 - March 27, 2019 Select works: Bridget Duran "Sushi Chef" Grade 9 Haviland Hertz "Cityscape" Grade 10 Taylor Downing "A Life's Silver Lining" Grade 10 The philosophy of the Red Bank Catholic Fine Arts Department is to recognize and foster the creative spirit in students. The courses aid in the development of aesthetic and technological skills and encourage a diverse approach through a variety of media. Students gain insight into powerful ways of communicating ideas and are encouraged to explore their creative voice through art. Red Bank Catholic is a vibrant, beloved, Catholic co-educational institution with a storied history, an extraordinary spirit, and a record of achievement in the classroom and beyond. Located in Red Bank, NJ, their over 800 students come from more than 50 towns and 60 schools. They are young men and women of competence, compassion, commitment, and curiosity and together with over 14,000 alumni, they make up the "Casey Family."

Monmouth Arts Annual Folklife Showcase aims to celebrate the community's rich tapestry of arts, culture, and heritage. Monmouth Arts' Annual Folklife Showcase is a celebration of our community's rich tapestry of arts, culture, and heritage. Monmouth County is a melting pot of diverse communities. These communities boast rich folk art traditions that reflect the aesthetics and values of the cultures they represent. Monmouth Arts is committed to supporting artists who continue to nurture these traditions by passing on their unique art forms and preserving their cultural legacy for future generations. Every year, our goal with each showcase is to inspire us all to cherish and celebrate the unique diversity among us. "Una celebración de agradable combinación de arte, cultura y patrimonio de nuestra comunidad." 2025 PERFORMANCE LINEUP The Pipes and Drums Band of the Atlantic Watch Irish/Scottish Medleys and Tunes The Hellenic Dancers of New Jersey Traditional Greek Dance Los Cimarrones Afro Puerto Rican Bomba Plena Ensemble Neelima Raju Traditional Indian Dance Chinelos Son Los de Morelos Mexican Dance Group Viva Vallenato! Trio Colombian Folkloric Music Peruvian Community of Freehold Peruvian Cultural Dance Group