Soul of CA

David Hockney's Yosemite
2019-04-25 10:00 - 2019-08-04 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Monterey Museum of Art, 559 Pacific St. , Monterey , CA, 93940, United States
Mr. Hockney aimed his talented eye and hand at the magnificence of Yosemite and committed the work to his iPad. Then he processed the images from the screen to paper. Come see the results. http://montereyart.org

Photography Exhibit
2019-04-27 17:00 - 2019-06-02 19:00 | Sunset Center, San Carlos & 9th, carmel, CA, 93921, United States
The Center for Photographic Art presents their juried contest and exhibit of local artists. With $2,000 in awards and exhibition of the winners for the next two months, the competition is likely to be intense. Lots of good artists will be presenting their work. The initial award presentation will take place on the 27th but the works will be exhibited until June 2nd in the lobby of the Sunset Center. http://sunsetcenter.org

Illustrating Nature
2019-05-03 17:30 - 2019-06-16 19:00 | Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, 165 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
The students in the prestigious scientific illustration program at CSUMB get this opportunity to show you what it is that they do. Graduates from this program work in many well-known settings. Before they leave and ply their trade with those companies, come and see their work up close. This is the reception honoring them but you can see the work through the 6th of June. http://pgmuseum.org

Waiting For Godot
2019-05-18 19:30 - 2019-06-02 22:00 | Circle Theater, San Carlos and 9th, Carmel BTS, CA, United States
While two men wait and talk about the world, we watch, listen, and learn. Filled with humor, pathos, and thoughts about the human condition, the play has become a touchstone for modern philosophy. check the website for times and dates. http://pacrep.org

Rapture, Blister, Burn
2019-05-31 20:00 - 2019-06-02 17:00 | Mountain Community Theater, Park Hall 9400 Mill St., Ben Lomond, CA, United States
A presentation of the Pulitzer winning play about generations of women dealing with feminism, choices, and love. This vibrant play is presented for five weekends through June 9th. Fridays 8:00 Saturdays 8:00 and Sundays 2:00. http://mctshows.org

Spartan Race
2019-06-01 06:30 - 2019-06-02 17:00 | Toro County Park, Monterey Salinas Highway, Salinas, CA, 93908, United States
In case you are one of those who doesn’t feel sufficiently challenged by running, here’s a chance to make it more “interesting”. Crawling through mud, berated by screaming officials, and avoiding barbed wire all will make your run through this rce much more interesting. Two days of this. Go for it! Lots of details on the website. http://spartan.com

Pinnacles National Park National Trails Day
2019-06-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Pinnacles National Park, Soledad, CA, United States
Join in meaningful service projects at Pinnacles NP to help conserve the natural and cultural resources of the park. Contact them at the website for details. pinn_volunteer@nps.gov or call 831-389-4486 x243

Salinas Historic Walk
2019-06-01 10:00 - 14:00 | John Steinbeck Library, Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
The first Saturday of each summer month the Salinas Library is sponsoring a walk through the downtown area designed to expose the public to the history and different parts of the legacy of Salinas. Wear comfy shoes, bring a curious mind also. http://salinaspubliclibrary.org

Artichoke Festival
2019-06-01 10:00 - 2019-06-02 17:00 | Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Celebrating everything related to the edible thistle this long stnading festival presents lots of unique food centered on that same vegetable. No matter what your favorite method of cooking or eating ‘chokes you will find variations on it here. http://montereycoutyfair.com

88th Annual Merienda
2019-06-01 11:00 - 15:00 | Pacific House Memory Garden, Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
What is this? It is the celebration of 249 years of Monterey’s history. A sort of birthday party for the town, it includes mariachis, dancing, food, and costumes of the founding era. It is a colorful and interesting event, unique in its flavor and history. It all happens in the Memory Garden, a special part of the State Historical Park. Too many details to include here, please check the website, http://MontereyHistory.org

Monterey Wine Festival
2019-06-01 11:00 - 2019-06-02 16:00 | Monterey Conference Center, 1 Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Rather than drive all around the area and taste the wonderful wine available through the county and risk trouble with local law enforcement and/or your designated driver, here’s your opportunity to taste a lot with minimal hassle. Come to the Monterey Conference Center and wander around, glass in hand. http://montereywine.com

Monterey Wine Fest
2019-06-01 11:00 - 2019-06-02 17:00 | Custom House Plaza, Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
At the same time some folks are getting very dirty and tired, some folks will be relaxing with wonderful food and wine at this event. Who’s smarter? I will let you decide. This is an opportunity for the winemakers of the area to display their goods for the visitors and locals to get a serious look at without a long car ride. Come taste what all the excitement is about. http://montereywine.com

Bonny Doon Art, Wine, and Brew Festival
2019-06-01 13:00 - 19:00 | Bonny Doon Equestrian Park, 3675 Bonny Doon Rd., Bonny Doon, CA, 95060, United States
They call it “the best party in the Santa Cruz Mountains”. Why don’t you come out and see if that is the case? It is in a beautiful setting and the fun will benefit their local school. Probably the name says it all, but there will be activities, games and fun for the family. http://bonnydoonartandwinefestival.com

Pasta Mia Winemaker Dinner
2019-06-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Pasta Mia, 1562 Constitution Blvd., Salinas, CA, 93907, United States
A bold step for a Salinas restaurant, Chef Arranda is creating a special menu and apired its elements wiht wines from respected winery, Morgan Vineyards. Check out the menu at their website, it looks delectable. http://pastamiasalinas.com

Miracle Worker
2019-06-01 19:30 - 2019-06-22 22:00 | Western Stage, Hartnell College, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
The story of Helen Keller and her teacher, Anne Sullivan and their work to overcome Helen’s behavior and help her learn to communicate with the rest of the world. A truly inspirational story. Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 and Sundays at 2:00. http://westernstage.com

Sweet Jazz
2019-06-02 13:00 - 16:00 | Embassy Suites Monterey Bay, 1441 Canyon Del Rey, Seaside, CA, United States
Embassy Suites hosts local jazz musicians and they in turn host a rotating list of other musicians. The upshot for you is that you get to hear good music played well at the best possible cost. Sundays from 1 to 4 through the end of the year.

Asilomar Wild Flower Walk
2019-06-02 13:30 - 14:30 | Asilomar Conference Center, 800 Asilomar Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Looking for a fun, educational way to spend some time in a beautiful setting? Here’s your answer. Walk around Asilomar with a naturalist and learn about the efforts to restore the plant life around the beach and through the park. See the greenhouse, meet the people making Asilomar the gem that it is. Register for the trip in the Social Hall at Asilomar. size of the groups are limits to 15 people. http://parks.ca.gov/asilomar

Hartnell Community Chorus
2019-06-02 15:00 - 16:30 | Church of the Wayfarer, 7th and Lincoln , Carmel , CA, 93921, United States
An inspiring program of religious and secular music presented by the magical voices of the Community Chorus. Taking place in the Church of the Wayfarer, well known to have wonderful acoustics, this will be an enjoyable way to take in some fine music in Carmel. http://churchofthewayfarer.com

Sofia Talvik
2019-06-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Barmel, San Carlos between 7th and Ocean, Carmel , CA, United States
This is billed as American Folk with Swedish roots. Ms. Talvik is described as having a voice reminiscent of the Laurel Canyon sound of Joni Mitchell and other singers of that era. She has opened for many well-known acts and is touring in support of her eighth recording. Why not come out and see for yourself? info@makakimusic.se

Joy of Censorship
2019-06-02 19:30 - 21:30 | Henry Miller Library, 48603 Highway One, Big Sur, CA, 93920, United States
Comedian Joe Raiola presents his acclaimed work, The Joy of Censorship. It follows the efforts of the government to censor the work of Mad Magazine and William Gaines, its publisher. Sure to be an interesting evening especially for the magazine’s fans. http://henrymiller.org

Brewery Tours
2019-06-04 17:30 - 18:30 | Peter B’s Brew Pub, Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
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

Summer Tours @ John Steinbeck House
2019-06-05 08:00 - 17:00 | CA
Take a tour through the boyhood home of Mr. Steinbeck, our most famous son. Especially for this year the upstairs rooms will be available also. Come by and tour with a knowledgeable docent then stay for lunch and a visit to the gift shop. Tours begin at 11 and 12 and 1. Latecomers can be accommodated. nancysidney60@aol.com

Nigel Armstrong and Friends
2019-06-05 19:30 - 21:30 | Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320 Cedar St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Mr. Armstrong is the Concertmaster of the Santa Cruz Symphony. Don’t let that lead you to hasty conclusion about his music. He also enjoys other forms of music. This is an evening of fiddle music with Mr. Armstrong and many of his friends. Talent will abound. http://snazzyproductions.com

East Coast Swing
2019-06-05 19:30 - 22:30 | Palomar Ballroom, 1344 Pacific Ave., SAnta Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Wednesdays at the Palomar Ballroom you can trip the light fantastic in the East Coast Swing style. Lessons for beginning and intermediate dancers are available and then it is dancing for everyone. There are two fees for participation, one for dancing and party and the other for just dancing. Check the website for details. http://palomarballroom.com For you salsa aficionados, they have the same deal for those who dance in the salsa style. Or for those who can’t get enough dancing in one week.

Purple Xperience
2019-06-05 20:00 - 22:00 | Sunset Center, San Carlos & 9th, carmel, CA, 93921, United States
Looking for your Prince fix and can’t get no satisfaction? Come to the Sunset Center and find the Prince tribute band led by former Revolution member Marshall Charloff. You’ll hear all the big hits and some that really should have made it. Acclaimed for their sound and musicianship this band is the next best thing to Prince himself. http://sunsetcenter.org

Taste Morgan Summer Music Series
2019-06-06 16:00 - 18:00 | Taste Morgan, 204 Crossroads Blvd., Carmel, CA, 93933, United States
Lots of talented local musicians come by to Morgan and do what they do best, make music and entertain. In the intimate surroundings of the tasting room at the Crossroads you will enjoy the music and the delightful wines that they create just for that purpose. deborah@morganwinery.com

Monterey Bay Jade Festival (2nd Annual)
2019-06-07 08:00 - 2019-06-09 20:00 | Custom House Plaza, Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Join other jade enthusiasts in celebrating all things jade. Or just come and see some wonderful examples of the beautiful stone. It’s in the Custom House Plaza so it is easy to find and part of the fun in Monterey. http://pgmuseum.org

45th annual Student Print Sale
2019-06-07 10:00 - 18:00 | UCSC Art Department, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Those talented students at UCSC are at it again, producing wonderful art for your enjoyment. Beautiful work, in a variety of genres, is available for purchase. http://artsites.ucsc.edu/printsale

My Town Pop-up Child Museum
2019-06-07 10:00 - 2019-06-09 17:00 | Steinbeck Center, National Steinbeck Center, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Every weekend, Thursday through Sunday the CSUMB Center at the Steinbeck Center sponsors this pop up museum for the children of the community. Lot of fun activities and even some food during the hours of the First Friday celebration, ebryce@csumb.edu

Ink at the Bay
2019-06-07 15:00 - 2019-06-09 19:00 | Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Three days celebrating the art and techniques of tattooing. There will be contests each day for different types of tattoos. Music and cars and food and the love and appreciation of others who share your passion for skin art. Hours vary, Friday 3-10, Saturday 11-10, and Sunday 11-7. See the website for more details. http://inkatbay.com
