Events

This focuses on elderberries but is so much more. Baskets created by the Ohlone, the original residents of the area, and tours of the first store in Monterey are included. [email protected]

Every second Tuesday Peter B's Pub and restaurant treats it customers to a tour of the works that make their wonderful elixirs. Come by and see how it's done. http://portolahotel.com

Presented by Viras Pandya, a PhD candidate at UCSC, this program will give the layperson some insight into the working of our universe and the marvels that occupy the sky we take for granted. Come and have your mind expanded in the best possible way. [email protected]

The well-known writer and economist will come to town and tell us why, in spite of recent developments, he is still an optimist. This is sure to be an enlightening evening and will serve as beacon to positivity. http://sunsetcenter.org

Once a month, when the weather is suitable, the track at Weather Tech Laguna Seca opens for bicyclists to enjoy. What's not to enjoy? The Corkscrew, the steep declines, the corresponding inclines, and eleven curves all present unique challenges and fun.  Helmets required, lights recommended, and fun is mandatory. The evenings are often hosted by […]

Movies for, by, and about women will be presented for this one day film fest. Obviously,  some of them are rather short but all of them have something to say or inform us about the situations women find themselves in.  Come for an insightful evening There are so many things to learn about the role […]

Called the best lyricist in the US, Mark has embarked on a "living room" tour of the country.  In this area he is playing in a living room in the Santa Cruz area. The location will be given when you by your tickets. Quite interesting, No? http://undertowshows.com/collections

This is one of the premier language training facilities in the world. Every year they gather the staff and students to present some aspect of their native country's traditions. Food, dance, stories, songs, and martial arts are a few of the categories available to the public. Great fun and just about as multi-cultural as you […]

Come down to the mall and have the artists from Hijos del Sol pain that lovely belly of yours. When the baby does arrive you can show off the pictures of how you decorated the baby growing quarters. Or not. There will be refreshments available and it's free.  [email protected]

Youth Music of Monterey County is presenting a concert by their talented youth musicians. You don't even have to travel too far. http://youthmusicmonterey.org