Kara Saki Lion King Mask Art
Scotts Valley Branch Library, January 3- April 3, 2026
During the 2024-25 school year, Kara Saki designed and built four Lion King masks for the Scotts Valley Middle School production of Lion King Jr. She received well deserved applause and recognition for her unique and marvelous creations. The Arts Commission of Santa Cruz County awarded Kara a Spotlight Award in 2025. Through the Spotlight Award, the County Arts Commission publicly recognizes individuals who have achieved a high level of excellence and creativity in their work, but who have not received widespread acknowledgment of their talent. Hot on the heels of the Spotlight Awards exhibition at the County Government Center, the Friends of the Scotts Valley Library are thrilled to present Kara’s Lion King masks in the teen area of the Scotts Valley Library.
Nana Montgomery Quilts
Garfield Park Branch Library, March 1- May 10, 2026
Everyone is invited to celebrate Nana Montgomery’s work at the Garfield Park Branch Library through May 10.
“Working with fabric is my passion and inspiration comes from everywhere. I’m especially inspired by the natural world, and also my internal world. I love the process and tactility of combining fabric, paint and other materials to create my mixed-media art quilts. I’m seeking to expand the notion of what makes a quilt, incorporating a more contemporary approach to subject matter and materials.” - Nana Montgomery
Magi's Assemblages
Branciforte Branch Library, March 4- April 30, 2026
Assemblage is an art form where 3D compositions are created by combining diverse, often "found" objects and materials, similar to 2D collage but extending into sculpture. Assemblages are created using recycled materials. These miniature masterpieces transform everyday objects into spellbinding treasures.
