Into the Light California Women Painters and Photographers
2018-03-15 10:00 - 2018-12-17 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Monterey Museum of Art, 559 Pacific St. , Monterey , CA, 93940, United States
This exhibition features, guess what, women artists from California. The many influences that they brought to their work and the personal inspirations caused by the natural beauty of the state are brought to the viewer in these many works. This is also a sort of grand re-opening of the Pacific Street facility after its extensive remodeling.

Point Pinos Lighthouse Tours
2018-04-16 13:00 - 2018-12-31 16:00 | Point Pinos Lighthouse, Monterey , CA, United States
Self guided tours through the historic lighthouse at the tip of the Monterey Peninsula. Runs through the end of the year.

Mama Mia
2018-11-15 08:00 - 2018-12-23 22:00 | Golden Bough Theater, Monte Verde St. &SW 8th Ave., Carmel by the Sea, CA, 93922, United States
Abba’s music brought to life through the story of a mother and daughter. Last year’s production was such a hit it has been brought back for this holiday season.

Ice Skating on the Plaza
2018-11-22 11:00 - 2019-01-06 22:00 | Custom House Plaza, Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
For the Christmas season there will once again be the opportunity to ice skate. Custom House Plaza will be transformed into an ice rink. During the day and well into the dark hours the rink will be available to skaters of all ages and proficiency. Bring your own skates or rent them at the site.

Mama Mia
2018-11-23 19:30 - 2018-12-24 22:00 | Golden Bough Theater, Monte Verde St. &SW 8th Ave., Carmel by the Sea, CA, 93922, United States
It’s the ABBA inspired musical. It’s been playing for twenty years around the world. Now it’s here. It’s running Thursday through Sunday at the Golden Bough Playhouse in Carmel. Check the website for details. http://pacrep.org

3rd Annual Christmas on the Wharf
2018-11-30 11:00 - 2018-12-16 21:00 | Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
As in the past the businesses on the Fishermen’s Wharf are hosting a weeks long celebration of the holiday. There will be special treats available, appearances by Santa Claus, and lots of other fun seasonal activities. http://montereywharf.com

Steel Magnolias
2018-12-10 19:30 - 2018-12-23 22:00 | Paper Wing Theater, 71 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
It’s a play, not the movie. Depicting the lives of a group of strong, opinionated, Southern women, their loves, losses, and lessons. Not just for chick-flick fans, but anyone who enjoys a good story with well crafted characters. Check their website for details. http://paperwing.com

Portola Hotel Winter Wonderland
2018-12-13 08:00 - 2018-12-18 19:00 | Portola Hotel, 2 Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
For their own, abbreviated, version of the twelve days of Christmas the Portola Hotel folks are hosting LOTS of activities for your enjoyment. Se the website for details like what these might be. Bound to be fun and interesting. http://portolahotel.com

Altai Kai Music Ensemble
2018-12-13 19:00 - 2019-01-23 21:00 | UCSC Music Center Recital Hall, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
This group from S. Siberia presents their traditional music, which includes the interesting and challenging art of Throat Singing. These four musician/singers will bring their culture to life for one evening in Santa Cruz. http://UCSCtickets.com

David Copperfield (The New Musical)
2018-12-13 19:00 - 2019-01-23 21:00 | Colligan Theatre at Tannery Arts Center, 1010 River St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Dickens classic semi-autobiographical novel is brought to life, along with the memorable characters like Uriah Heep and David himself. It’s a story of determination and facing difficulties of life with a positive attitude. Running from the middle of Decmber through the middle of January. See the website for details and times.http://jeweltheatre.net

Spector Dance
2018-12-14 19:00 - 2018-12-16 21:00 | Spector Dance Studio, 3343 Paul Davis Dr., Marina, CA, 93933, United States
One of the premier local dance studios presents its annual holiday show. Lots of cute kids doing their bit as well as talented older dancers showing off their skills. http://spectordance.org

Celtic Christmas Concert
2018-12-15 15:00 - 16:30 | Unitarian Universalist Church, 490 Aguajito Rd., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Wonderful musicians and singers will entertain you with songs and stories from the Celtic heritage. Awonderful setting for this type of show. http://uucmp.org

Mac Powell's Christmas Party & Family Reunion
2018-12-15 18:30 - 22:00 | Rio Theater, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
Mr. Powell has held this fun fest at his home for years and now is taking it on the road. You can see this group of talented musicians and hear their renditions of familiar songs, originals, and seasonal songs. http://riotheatre.com

Hartnell Community Choir
2018-12-16 15:00 - 17:00 | Church of the Wayfarer, 7th and Lincoln , Carmel , CA, 93921, United States
This local group will be presenting their holiday program mixing some serious Christmas music with some lighter fare. Talented people n a great venue. hartnellcommunitychoir@gmail.com

Journey of a Thousand Lights
2018-12-16 15:00 - 17:30 | Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320 Cedar St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Presented through the music and stories of immigrants to the U.S., this program seeks to personalize the background and dreams of the thousands of people who come to this country seeking a new life. http://kuumbwajazz.org
