Jazz Bash by the Bay
2018-12-17 08:00 - 2019-03-03 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Monterey Conference Center, 1 Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Three days of music in the fabulous setting of the refurbished Monterey Conference Center and the Bay. All types of jazz, Dixieland, bebop, soft, and more traditional. Lots of well-known innovators and solid performers will be in attendance. http://jazzbashmonterey.com

Question Bridge: Black Males
2019-02-06 08:00 - 2019-04-06 17:00 | Mary Porter Senson Gallery, UCSC Porter College (Sesnon Gallery), Santa Cruz, CA, 95064, United States
This multimedia presentation brings the lives and experiences of black men into focus for the rest of the public. Sharing experiences and personal insights, the presentation shows the reality of their experiences and contrasts them with the viewer’s preconceived notions. Prepare to be challenged and grow. Open for viewing Tuesday through Saturday from 12 until 5, Wednesdays until 8. http://art.ucsc.edu

Romeo and Juliet
2019-02-21 19:30 - 2019-03-10 22:00 | Monterey Peninsula College, Morgan Stock Theatre 980 Fremont, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Shakespeare’s famous tragedy presented by the fine folks at MPC. It runs Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for three weeks from February 21 until march 10. Check the website for details. http://mpctheatre.com

Sovino's Food & Drink Trivia
2019-02-27 19:00 - 20:30 | Sovino’s Wine bar and Merchant, 241 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Sovino’s Wine Bar holds a trivia game using food and drink knowledge. They also serve tasty wine. Why not combine your knowledge, such as it is, and their wine? Chances are you will have a good time. http://sovinowinebar.com

We Shall Overcome
2019-02-28 20:00 - 22:00 | Sunset Center, San Carlos & 9th, carmel, CA, 93921, United States
This is a tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., his life and works, and the music that inspired and maintained him and his movement. Lively, moving and important these stories will get you thinking and feeling. http://sunsetcenter.org

California International Airshow
2019-03-01 10:00 - 2019-03-03 17:00 | Salinas Airport, Airport Drive, Salinas, CA, 93905, United States
Over 38 years of presenting the most spectacular acts available. This year is the premier air Squadron, The Navy’s Blue Angels along with Robosaurus and the amazing Wall of Flame. This year is a little different in that the Airshow is happening in March not October. Let’s see how different it is this year. http://salinasairshow.com

Fantastic Beasts
2019-03-01 19:30 - 20:30 | Hopkins Marine Station, 120 Ocean View Blvd., Pacific Grove, CA, 93953, United States
Join Ray Troll as he shows his collection of photographs and drawings depicting the animals he has encountered during his work throughout the world. It is guaranteed that you will see and animal whose appearance will make you admit that life in the sea is awe-inspiring. (In the dictionary sense. Not the way used by a teenager.) http://hopkinsmarinestation.stanford.edu

Mayhem Poets
2019-03-01 20:00 - 22:00 | Sunset Center, San Carlos & 9th, carmel, CA, 93921, United States
One more in the interesting and talented groups coming through the Sunset Center’s Studio 105. Don’t let the name put you off. these are entertaining and thoughtful musicians. http://sunsetcenter.org

Portato Portato
2019-03-01 20:00 - 22:00 | Wind River, 421 Wild Way, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Is it Por-tay-to and Por-tah-to? Come find out. Wonderfully talented and accomplished young musicians will be presenting their skills in an intimate venue. andrew@indexical.org

Organ Concert Series 2019
2019-03-02 14:00 - 16:00 | St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church, 28005 Robinson Canyon Rd., Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
This long-running series features two organists this time. Paul Carmona and Michael Marheineke will be giving a turn at the spectacular instrument in St. Dunstan’s. If you enjoy organ music or just good music try this out. http://stdcv.org

Saturday Chef Series
2019-03-02 16:00 - 18:00, 2019-03-09 16:00 - 18:00 | Bargetto Winery, 700-G Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Bargetto Winery is hosting different chefs every Saturday evening during the month of March. Matching their delicious wines and the food that will complement them you will have a wonderful repast. http://bargetto.com

Pigs, Pinot, and More
2019-03-02 17:00 - 22:30 | Jet West Salinas, 280 Mortenson Ave., Salinas, CA, 93905, United States
Salinas Downtown Rotary is hosting, for the third time, their fundraiser for local children ‘s charities. Lots of wine, good food, dancing, and general festivity for the participants’ enjoyment.

Carl Laemmle
2019-03-02 19:30 - 21:30 | Carmel High School, Highway One, Carmel By the Sea, CA, 93922, United States
This documentary tells the story of one of the first producers to work in what became Hollywood. He created Universal Studios and all those memorable monsters. Come find out what you didn’t know about him and the early days of Hollywood.http://carmeljff.org

Concert for Jose
2019-03-03 14:00 - 16:30 | San Carlos Parish Hall, 500 Church St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
A local musician, Jose Hernandez, has serious health issues centered around cancer. He also is a much loved musician, choir director and teacher. Along with being the father of three lovely children. Local musicians and friends are banding together to help out in a concert dedicated to raising money for his treatments and family support. wallplus@aol.com

Sunday Happy Hour
2019-03-03 15:00 - 19:00 | Sovino’s Wine bar and Merchant, 241 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Sovino Winery is offering their tasty selections for half price during this expanded Happy Hour. In addition, their beer selections are reduced also. http://sovinowinebar.com

UCSC Arboretum Day
2019-03-05 | UCSC Arboretum, 1156 High St. , Santa Cruz, CA, 95064, United States
Once monthly the University opens its arboretum to the public without charge. Come have a walk in the beauty and quiet of the collection. I’d call it a forest but… http://arboretum.ucsc.edu

Fat Tuesday
2019-03-05 16:00 - 20:00 | Portola Hotel, 2 Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
It’s the time of year for thinking about sacrifice. Well maybe just a little. But before you get too serious about it, the Portola Hotel would like you to indulge a little in the fun stuff you are giving up for Lent, lovely and delicious food and drink. http://portolahotel.com

Stories for Adults
2019-03-05 19:00 - 20:30 | Monterey Public Library, 625 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
How this is defined is up to the artist and the library, but since anyone over 16 can enjoy the program it won’t be too provocative. Musician and storyteller, Patrick Ball will be the featured player and a Monterey Library card will get you one ticket for free. The other is on you. http://monterey.org/library

Itzhak
2019-03-06 19:00 - 21:00 | center for spiritual awakening, 522 Central Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
This film tells of the life of Itzhak Perlman, one of the greatest living violinists. His story also reveals the humanity behind his music and the appeal his playing has for people around the world regardless of their culture or musical tastes. http://carmeljff.org

Irish Rovers
2019-03-06 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The iconic Irish singing group is coming to town, just in time for St. Paddy’s day. Ready to get everyone ready for the upcoming celebrations? Here is what may be the best way. http://goldenstatetheatre.com

Everything Olive (pop up store)
2019-03-07 12:00 - 2019-03-10 14:00 | Joseph Boston Store, 210 Olivier St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
While you are enjoying our Mediterranean Climate, why not enjoy some of the same area’s foods? This store may be a little hard to find but it will be worth the search. Near Custom House Plaza, Olivier St is tucked back in the adjacent adobes. A wid eselcetion of olive products and other foods that may add to your enjoyment. http://historicgardenleague.org

ABBA mania
2019-03-07 19:00 - 22:00 | Fox Theater, 239 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Take out those shoes worn when you were a Dancing Queen. Lots of fun music and wonderfully presented. Sure to be a good time. http://foxtheatersalinas.com

My Name Is...
2019-03-08 20:00 - 2019-03-23 21:30 | Pink Flamingo Theater, 2115 N. Fremont St. , Monterey , CA, 93940, United States
The play, by David Norum, a former police office, tells the story of a domestic violence case and its repercussions through the lives of everyone who comes in contact with the situation. Check the website for times and dates. http://pinkflamingotheater.org

Carmel Art Walk
2019-03-09 17:00 - 20:00 | CA
Since its early days Carmel has fostered a Bohemian attitude and a flourishing art culture. Here it is for you to wander around and enjoy. Visit the artists in their studios and get close to their artistic visions. Look for the blue balloons indicating participants. Maps available at each site. Every second Saturday. http://CarmelArtWalk.com

Hoot and Holler
2019-03-09 19:00 - 21:30 | Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, 165 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
The Pacific Grove Natural History Museum is hosting a fund-raiser focusing on the raptors of the night. See them, hear them, and impersonate them. This promises to be enlightening and fun. http://pgmuseum.org
