Stargazing With Dr. Perkins

El Gabilan Library N. Main St., Salinas, CA, United States

Wouldn't you like to know about all these great things happening in the sky, like meteor showers and eclipses? Want to ask someone who actually knows stuff? Stop by the El Gabilan Library in Salinas at 4:30 on the 13th and/or 14th and those pesky questions will be answered. Any details you need? Contact [email protected]

Stargazing with Dr. Perkins

El Gabilan Library N. Main St., Salinas, CA, United States

Wouldn't you like to know about all these great things happening in the sky, like meteor showers and eclipses? Want to ask someone who actually knows stuff? Stop by the El Gabilan Library in Salinas at 4:30 on the 13th and/or 14th and those pesky questions will be answered. Any details you need? Contact [email protected]

Cars & Coffee

Weather Tech Laguna Seca Raceway 1021 Monterey Salinas Highway, Salinas, CA, United States

Are you a fan of automobiles regardless of their age, brand, or style? Like to talk to the owners and get tips, stories etc? Here's a great idea. Wake up early on Saturday and come out to Laguna Seca Raceway between 8:00 and 10:00 and join the others (like-minded of course) and their vehicles. No […]

Toy Trains

Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History 705 Front St. , Santa Cruz, CA, United States

One of the long-time traditions of Christmas, or at least it is said to be, is the presence of toy trains in the home or especially around the tree. One rarely sees this in reality though. The Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History is making it easy for you to engage in train spotting. […]

The English Beat

Golden State Theater 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, United States

Wanna Dance? If this band doesn't make you want to get up and shake it, then you are not a dancer. Many of us, when alone and listening to English Beat just start moving rhythmically. And you will too. Think of  their song, "Mirror in the Bathroom" and stuff just starts moving. You too can […]

Family Day @ Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History 705 Front St. , Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Just what the title says and it's free! In addition there is the Train display. Come by any time during operating hours and get in for free. Moire details at http://www.scmah.org

Caroling With Bach Festival Chorus

Carmel Plaza Ocean & Mission, Carmel BTS, CA, United States

You probably enjoy singing some of the usual mix of carols and winter songs. The idea of singing while wandering about is intimidating, especially alone.  So to appear to be a good singer, join with a group of people who can sing. That's what a lot of us do. Come sing in Carmel with a […]

Chanticleer Christmas

Carmel Sunset Center

One of the Bay Area's best performance groups is in town for their annual presentation of holiday songs from the past, the present, and from other cultures. These voices have won numerous awards and accolades from the most discerning of critics. You too can see what magic they weave. Two shows on this date. More […]

First Night Monterey

Downtown Monterey Monterey, CA, United States

Thirty years of first nights and still going strong. As you can guess this is the New Year's Eve Celebration in downtown Monterey. Thousands of people come out and enjoy the bands, ethnic entertainment, dances, and a wide variety of interesting costumes and people who come out to enjoy the hearty welcome of the coming […]

Winterreise

Henry Miller Library 48603 Highway One, Big Sur, CA, United States

Don't ask the meaning of this term until you get to the venue. But if you love the music of Schubert and his song cycles you probably already know what it means. Come on down to the Henry Miller Library for one of their dynamic evenings of culture and joy. More details can be found […]