[Plugin: Events Manager] How do I enable a monthly calendar view?

you can use a shortcode like [events_calendar] in a separate page or display calendar in events page thru the settings @ EM Settings > Page > Display calendar in events page?Yes

Ah, got it… thanks! However, the calendar is rather basic in its appearance. Is there way to make it look more visually appealing?

EM pro has a similar addon; please see it at https://demo.wp-events-plugin.com/calendar/

Nice. It says that they will be releasing a free version (mid Feb). So hopefully they will post it up soon?

we will eventually but there’s no ETA as lots of stuff takes priority.

Following your instruction for calendar view does not work on my site.
Is there perhaps another related setting?

https://chamberofcommons.com/events/categories/coc_board

I had to de-activate and re-activate to get the calendar view to happen.