There’s always plenty to see at Santa Monia’s famous arts center, Bergamot Station. One of my favorite galleries is Skidmore Contemporary Art.

On view now through Dec 29th, is a fun group show entitled, “Candy.” If you have not seen it pop in. Remember, you only have one more day to see it.

Curated by Lia Skidmore, the exhibition features incredible art…by one of my personal favorites, artist Kelly Reemtsen (see image, right). 

Also featured…works by Daryl Gortner (see image left), Tracey Sylvester Harris, Dave Lefner, Lori Larusso, Kelly Reemtsen, and Robert Townsend.

Or head to Pershing Square’s Downtown on Ice celebrating its 15th season. LA’s biggest outdoor rink has the smallest admission price, open everyday through January 21, 2013.

Admission: $6 per one-hour skate session; $2 for skate rental; Tickets are available on the website

What: Downtown on Ice
Where: Pershing Square, 532 South Olive Ave (across from the Millenium Biltmore)
When: Monday – Thursday: 12:00pm to 10:00pm and Friday – Sunday: 10:00am to 10:00pm
Phone: 213.847.4970
Website: http://www.laparks.org/pershingsquare/

  Or In Santa Monica….

Enjoy a grou show at haleArts Space.

The exhibition will feature artists Janne Kindberg/Vittoria Feeley, Christian-Rhen Stefani, Gill Miller & Liz Moser.

On view: Dec 28th – Jan 9th

What: Opening reception
Where: haleARTS S P A C E, 2443 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405
When: 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Phone: (310) 314-8038
Website: www.halearts.com