Real Irish Comedy

Kuumbwa Jazz Center 320 Cedar St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Five Irish (really, born in the old sod)  comedians come to town to entertain you with stories, songs and jokes. In the intimate setting of the Kuumbwa. http://kuumbwajazz.org

Master of Hawaiian Music

Rio Theater 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

With the number of accumulated awards and acclaim throughout the world and especially the Hawaiian Islands these three musicians definitely know their music and how best to present it. Come and hear the soothing sounds of Hawai'i. You may just hear the breeze passing through a palm tree. http://riotheatre.com

James Inglefritz

Wind River 421 Wild Way, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

The composer/bassist will be on stage with a number of fellow musicians. They will be playing a number of their compositions and performing some improvisational pieces. Mr. Inglefritz is an accomplished and recognized musician, this promises to be an interesting evening.

Billy Idol & Steve Stevens

Golden State Theater 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, United States

Turned On, Turned In, Unplugged.  Here they are, the two behind the hits, White Wedding and Rebel Yell. They have brought their unique sound, voice, and guitar, to the Central Coast and are waiting for you to come watch and hear their performance. http://goldenstatetheater.com

Brewery Tour

Peter B's Brew Pub Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA, United States

You might not think that there is a brewery in downtown Monterey, let alone that you might tour it. But, there is one, Peter B's. Every second Tuesday until December of this year. Check their website for details and any changes. http://portolahotel.com

Sensory Beach Walk

Monterey State Beach Del Monte Ave., Monterey, CA, United States

If you want a little something extra in your beach walk and you want it to be guided and free, this is it. An evening walk on the beach with a guide and a little direction. Meet on the beach near Aguajito and Delmonte, there will be a flag at the meeting place.

Ladysmith Black Mombasa

Rio Theater 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

For well over thirty years this group has been demonstrating the versatility and magic of the music of South Africa. From songs of freedom to just simple songs of love and remembrance they put on a great show. Maybe they will do a couple of the songs they performed with Paul Simon way back when. http://riotheatre.com

STOMP

Sunset Center San Carlos & 9th, carmel, CA, United States

This is the loud, rhythmic and astounding dance celebration. Once you see it, everything will seem to be an instrument.  Come see and be inspired.

Celtic Irish Whiskey Dinner

Portola Hotel 2 Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA, United States

This is a dinner aimed at the Irish whiskey fans out there. Five courses each matched with a different Irish whiskey. Different distilleries and Irish foods will be featured, not surprisingly.  There will still be time to recover before St. Patrick's Day.  http://portolahotel.com

Riedel Wine Glass Seminar

trio Dolores @ Ocean & 7th, Carmel B.T.S., CA, United States

One of the premier wine glass manufacturers in the world Riedel will be at Trio to demonstrate why you should pay much more attention to the glass from which you drink your wine. Along with great tasting wine, you will receive a set of their glasses which will improve your taste, or at least the […]