Santa Cruz Harp Festival

Resource Center for Non-Violence 612 Ocean St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Another of those titles that says it all. There will be many types of harps played at this event. If there is anything to the characteristic depiction of heaven , this will be so similar. And there will be a harp "Petting Zoo" for those of us who can't resist touching one. Go to the […]

Monterey Bay Aquarium (Free Admission)

Monterey Bay Aquarium 886 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, United States

It's back! After the restrictions of the pandemic, one more fun activity is available. If you are a resident of Monterey, Santa Cruz, or San Benito counties you are eligible to come to the Aquarium for free. Just show an ID that proves your residency and you are in. But only this week, so hustle. […]

Point Sur Lighthouse Tours

Point Sur Lighthouse Highway One , CA, United States

After much time the tours are back. On Wednesdays and Saturdays the docents will walk you through this historic site. Through wars and storms the lighthouse and its staff took care of the sailors and their crafts. It lasts about three hours and involves some serious walking. Don't let that put you off it is […]

National Meat & Tea Celebration

Great British Bake Shop 8 W. Gabilan, Salinas, CA, United States

Bet you didn't know that the month of January is Meat and Tea Month.  To help publicize it a bit, the Great British Bakeshop in City Center Salinas is combining with their neighbor, Gold Leaf Teas, and offering specials on both of their specialties, meat pies and tea. Come by and sample something tasty and […]

Collections & Curios Workshop

Monterey Museum of Art 720 Via Mirada, Monterey, CA, United States

If you have a collection, and who doesn't? This may be of interest to you. The artists featured at this workshop will work with the participants to help them best display their collections, in shadow boxes and other static displays. A creative and helpful way to get the things in that old box under the […]

Point Sur Lighthouse Tours

Point Sur Lighthouse Highway One , CA, United States

After much time the tours are back. On Wednesdays and Saturdays the docents will walk you through this historic site. Through wars and storms the lighthouse and its staff took care of the sailors and their crafts. It lasts about three hours and involves some serious walking. Don't let that put you off it is […]

MLK Youth Day

Resource Center for Non-Violence 612 Ocean St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

In the spirit of Dr. King the Santa Cruz NAACP is sponsoring this day of inspiration and action. They and the Resource Center for Non-violence are celebrating Dr King's legacy on a different day in the certainty that every day is one in which we can make a difference. More info at http://www.naacpsantacruz.com

Point Sur Lighthouse Tours

Point Sur Lighthouse Highway One , CA, United States

After much time the tours are back. On Wednesdays and Saturdays the docents will walk you through this historic site. Through wars and storms the lighthouse and its staff took care of the sailors and their crafts. It lasts about three hours and involves some serious walking. Don't let that put you off it is […]

Education Mixer

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Santa Cruz's Museum of Natural History is filled with lots of interesting exhibits and info about the Monterey Bay. They want to share this trove of knowledge with the TK through 12th grade teachers in the area. If you are a teacher or know one, check out this website and get registered so you can […]

First Friday @ Monterey Museum of Art

Monterey Museum of Art 720 Via Mirada, Monterey, CA, United States

Come by the museum, check out the galleries and exhibits, enjoy the music provided by talented locals and later step out for a lovely dinner at one of the great restaurants just a couple blocks away. Truly an evening of sophistication. The museum part is free, so you can splurge. More info at http://www.montereyart.org