Jolabokafold (Book giving party)

Downtown Book & Sound 213 Main St., Salinas, CA, United States

Don't know the ethnic origin of this name but it sounds like fun. Come downtown in Salinas and head for the Book & Sound store. From 12:00 until 7:00 they will have authors signing books, people reading books and some refreshments to help you maintain your strength while shopping.  More at https://www.downtownbookandsound.com

It’s a Wonderful Life

Western Stage Hartnell College, Salinas, CA, United States

The Western Stage at Hartnell is presenting the stage version of the beloved movie. In order to realize his actual role in the health of his community, a depressed man is visited by a heavenly intermediary. By the end all's well and he and the angel both find happiness. More details at https://www.westernstage.com

Farmers Market Marina (10-2)

Marina Village Shopping Center Marina

Getting ready for the big meals and seasonal gatherings can be made so much easier by checking out what's available at the local farmers market. Lots of good looking and tasty produce can be found with little effort.  Plus you get the added bonus of speaking with the people who grew the food. While there […]

Farmers Market Carmel Valley (10-3)

Carmel Valley Community Center 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, United States

Getting ready for the big meals and seasonal gatherings can be made so much easier by checking out what's available at the local farmers market. Lots of good looking and tasty produce can be found with little effort.  Plus you get the added bonus of speaking with the people who grew the food. While there […]

SantaCon

Compact Disco 420 Tyler St., Monterey, CA, United States

Yes, a gathering of Santa's helpers or just a bunch of partyers with bright red costumes. You pick. Most of Christmas Eve will be caught up in the revels, so it might be partyers. Bring a Christmas oriented outfit and you might just win the $500 prize for best costume. More details are at https://www.santaconmonterey.com

Karaoke Extravaganza

Paper Wing Theater 320 Hoffman, Monterey, CA, United States

PaperWing Theater is hosting a 2023 song fest. The difference is that the guests supply the songs and get to belt out their favorite song from the past year. Or maybe one you just hated and wished would just disappear.   A good way to work off some of the holiday anxiety.  Go to https://www.paperwing.com and get […]

Mannheim Steamroller

Carmel Sunset Center

The most popular seasonal group in music history is coming to town. A little late to get you in the holiday spirit, but that shouldn't stop your enjoyment of their music.  Because it's obvious that many people do enjoy them. There will be two shows first one at 2:00 and the second at 7:30. Details […]

First Night Monterey

Custom House Plaza 5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, United States

For over thirty years this event has been part of welcoming in the New Year in a family friendly way. Many artists, musicians , and performers of many types offer their skills for your entertainment. It runs most of the day from 3:00 until well after midnight. More questions? Contact them at [email protected]

Point Sur Lighthouse Tours

Point Sur Lighthouse Highway One , CA, United States

Each Wednesday  and Saturday the docents at the Pt. Sur Light Station conduct tours of the historic , and still functioning, lighthouse. Wear comfy shoes and be prepared for a slightly demanding walk. It involves walking up the hill to the building. But it is a great piece of local history and you come away […]

Asilomar Ramble

Asilomar Conference Center 800 Asilomar Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, United States

If the weather is pleasant this is  great walk and informational at the same time. Come out to Asilomar on the Tuesday of each week and get a ranger led tour of the facility. Its historic buildings and the stories behind them, especially about Julia Morgan, will give you a new respect for the place.  […]