Archives for November 2026

Free Event Brings Together 36 Leading Art and Design Colleges and Universities for Portfolio Reviews and Undergraduate Admissions Guidance.

Sunday, November 15, 2026 | Noon–4 p.m.

ArtCenter College of Design will host Los Angeles National Portfolio Day on Sunday, November 15, 2026, welcoming aspiring artists and designers from across Southern California to its iconic Hillside Campus for a free event dedicated to exploring educational opportunities and creative careers.

The event brings together admissions representatives from 36 leading art and design colleges and universities from across the United States and internationally, offering prospective undergraduate students the opportunity to receive personalized feedback on their creative portfolios, learn about academic programs and admissions requirements, and explore pathways to careers in art and design.

ArtCenter will also offer guided campus tours and special information sessions introducing visitors to its undergraduate programs, distinguished faculty, industry connections, scholarships and career opportunities.

The event is free and open to prospective students and their families.

DATE AND TIME

Los Angeles National Portfolio Day

Sunday, November 15, 2026

Noon–4 p.m.

SPECIAL ARTCENTER PROGRAMMING AND ACTIVITIES

ArtCenter Campus Tours
10:30–11:30 a.m.

Student-led tours of ArtCenter’s Hillside Campus, offering a firsthand look at the College’s facilities and creative learning environment.

Creative Careers via an ArtCenter Education
10:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.

Special information sessions led by Tim Campos, Vice President of Admissions, highlighting ArtCenter’s undergraduate programs, faculty, industry partnerships, admissions process and scholarships.

LOCATION

ArtCenter College of Design (Hillside Campus)
1700 Lida Street
Pasadena, CA 91103

REGISTRATION AND INFORMATION

Admission is free. Prospective students and families can find event registration details, participating institutions and additional visitor information on ArtCenter’s Los Angeles National Portfolio Day website.

AltaMed Health Services will welcome the community to The Alta with ¡HOLA ALTA! a free celebration on Sunday, November 15 marking the public opening of the new cultural art space in Montebello. Rooted in AltaMed’s belief that health and well-being extend beyond the walls of a medical exam room, The Alta celebrates the power of art and culture to inspire, connect and strengthen communities.  

The opening celebration will allow visitors the opportunity to be among the first to explore the new space, including The Alta’s inaugural exhibition LA LA LA by acclaimed Chicana artist Patssi Valdez in her first solo presentation in more than a decade. Guests of all ages can enjoy music performances and creative wellness activations and experiences that celebrate the connection between art and well-being while enjoying delicious food from local vendors.

Family-friendly programming highlights include:

• Live performances by DJ Bsyde, Las Chorizeras, Very Be Careful, Danza Azteca by Indigital Productions, and more
• Food from BLVD MRKT, VCHS PUPUSAS, Perro Tacos, and others
• Activities like FlutterBy butterfly garden exhibit, live screen printing with Self-Help Graphics, interactive puppeteering with Viva La Puppet, bounce houses, face painting, and an art scavenger hunt

The new 30,000-square-foot home for the AltaMed Art Collection features approximately 4,000 Chicano and Mexican artworks spanning from the early 20^th century to the present. The Alta builds on AltaMed Health Services’ longstanding commitment to integrating art into its health care environments and community programs, recognizing that cultural identity, creativity, and a sense of belonging are important elements of overall health and well-being. 

*Programming and schedule subject to change

WHEN

Sunday, November 15
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

WHERE

The Alta
1401 N. Montebello Blvd.
Montebello, CA 90640

Free parking will be available on site.

PUBLIC RESERVATIONS

Advance registration is required. Reserve your spot today at the below link.

REGISTER HERE

Downtown Santa Monica will kick off the holiday season on Thursday, November 5, with the grand opening of Frost on 5th Ice Rink. Located just blocks from the ocean, the 7,200-square-foot rink features real ice and offers a uniquely Southern California way to celebrate the holidays.

Families are expected to join the festivities, which will feature:

• Free ice skating*
• A professional figure skating performance
• Festive bites from Downtown Santa Monica businesses
• Holiday surprises and giveaways*
• Family-friendly entertainment, including live music, face painting, a photo booth, and more!

A beloved Santa Monica tradition since 2006, the ice rink welcomed more than 36,000 skaters last year, bringing locals and visitors together to make lasting holiday memories. The rink will be open daily through Martin Luther King Jr. Day in January, with firepit and  party tent rentals available for celebrations throughout the season.

To RSVP for the grand opening celebration, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/frost-on-5th-grand-opening-celebration-tickets-2003993900703?aff=ebdsshcopyurl. 

To purchase tickets or learn more about the rink, visit frostonfifth.com. 

*Free skating and giveaways available while supplies last.

WHEN: Thursday, November 5

5:00 PM – 10:00 PM 

5:00 PM – Gates Open

5:45 PM – Remarks and special performance 

WHERE: Frost on Fifth Ice Rink

1324 5th St. 

Santa Monica, CA 90401