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Sunday Fundays - Kid's Art Classes

Sundays, 1pm-3pm

$18 per class (all materials provided); Ages 6-12

For one Sunday each month, children’s instructor, Aimee Aul will be guiding students in creating an original work of art  inspired by a great artist of the past or present...

Minimalist Silver Rings

Saturday, July 25, 2020

1PM - 4PM

$60 materials included; Ages 14+

Create unique designs of your own in this new class with Michelle Gharibian. Students will learn how to safely use the tools needed to work with fine silver wire and create ring bands with a ...

Sketching for Painters

Saturday, August 1, 2020

9:30 AM - 3:30pm

$95 (+ supply list)

Ages 16+

Learn how fun and creative sketching can be with instructor Eileen McCullough! Whether you are an oil, acrylic, or watercolor artist sketching will help with planning your composition, val...

Approaching Plein Air Painting in Watercolor

Saturday, August 29, 2020

9:30AM - 3:30PM

$95 (+ supply list); Ages 18+

Is plein air painting for everyone? Absolutely! Is it just like painting in the studio? Well, not exactly. There are a few important things to remember to have a rewarding outdoor sessio...

Paining Land, Sea, and Sky

September 23 - 26, 2020; 9am - 4pm Daily

$475 (+ Supply List); Ages 18+

Join Iain Stewart in this multi-day workshop as he shares his techniques and approaches for painting the world around us. Through carefully designed exercises, Iain will guide students ...

Made in California: The show will go on!

The Gallery is working diligently to install our annual Made in California exhibition. While we’re still not sure on a concrete opening date, we hope to present this exhibition to you sometime in mid July. Gallery staff is working to create a sa...

Join Us on Social Media to Stay in Touch!

We may be closed to the public, but the Brea Gallery is still committed to our mission, and are using our blog and social media to stay in touch, with our visitors, support artists, and provide some beauty during this tough time. So please follow us on so...

Parking Enforcement Resumes July 1

Beginning July 1, the Brea Police Department will resume all parking enforcement duties. This includes the enforcement of overnight parking. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and to accommodate more vehicles needing to park on City streets, overnight ...

Fireworks Prohibited in Brea

Keep our community safe by adhering to Brea’s ban on fireworks. The sale, use or discharge of all fireworks are prohibited, even the “safe and sane” variety sold in other cities. Violators face a fine of up to $1000. &nbs...

COVID-19 Community Information

Brea values the safety and wellness of the entire community and is closely monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic. Please stay informed and follow the ever-changing developments by visiting cityofbrea.net/covid19 and following the City's social media accounts.

Deadline for Fourth District Small Business Grant Program Extended

The District 4 Small Business Grant Relief Program will support small businesses and community organizations impacted by COVID-19 in Orange County Supervisorial District Four. Grants of $10,000 will be available to eligible small businesses and non-profit...

Preventing Mosquitoes: Tip, Toss and Take Action!

Don’t give mosquitoes a biting chance; join the OC Vector Control and Tip, Toss and Take Action this summer! The recent rains and now rising temperatures we are experiencing have led to perfect mosquito breeding conditions around our homes. It&a...

County of Orange Regional Used Oil Recycling Program

The Regional Used Oil Recycling Program encourages the public to recycle their used oil and oil filters at one of the many CalRecycle Certified Used Oil Collection Centers throughout Orange County. All Certified Centers will accept uncontaminated used oil...

Rebate Amount Increases to $3 for MWDOC Turf Removal Program

Base-level rebate amounts for the popular Municipal Water District of Orange County’s (MWDOC) Turf Removal Program have increased from $2 to $3 per square foot of turf grass removed and replaced with climate-appropriate landscape. Rebates are av...

Support Your City, Shop Brea!

As the community re-opens, and when you’re ready, Brea is ready for you! Whether you’re out running errands, shopping or dining, support your City and Shop Brea. Our business community could use your help as they make modifications to ...

Brea City Council

City Council meetings are held monthly at 7:00 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays at the Brea Civic & Cultural Center.

Construction Project Status

View the latest information on various construction projects happening in the City of Brea. Click here for current project status updates. 

Participate in the 2020 US Census

Brea is partnering with the U.S. Census to help ensure a complete and accurate 2020 Census count of every individual living in the city. Please participate in completing the U.S. Census questionnaire by April 1, on behalf of yourself and every individual,...

57/Lambert Interchange Improvements

Learn about this multi-year Caltrans project and view the latest information on lane closures and traffic conditions.

Welcome to The City of Brea

One of the oldest communities in Orange County, Brea was incorporated in 1917 as the city of oil, oranges, and opportunity.

Community Profile

View Brea's Community Profile to learn more about the City.

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OC Business Journal

View the Orange County Business Journal featuring Brea and its Centennial celebration.

Seniors on the Go! Every Monday and Thursday

New van service available for 60+ Brea residents. $2 per one-way ride, limit to 10 miles within Orange County. Application is required, and reservations must be submitted at least 3 business days in advance. This service is available to go and enjoy commu...