In the Barnyard Shopping Center, like much of Carmel, there are artists' studios. This is your chance to see their work, talk to the artists, and buy some of their works. (Or just visit.) Mark Falina and six other artists are opening their shops for you enjoyment. Every second Saturday through December. http://thebarnyard.com
Monterey Comedy Improv will bring their insights into local politics and controversies as well as things more interesting to those who prefer their humor more global and national. http://daliexpo.com
If you enjoy "Whose Line is it Anyway" Then come over to the Dali Expo and participate, maybe, in the performance of improv comedy at their venue. The group's years of local experience will help you have a great time here in Monterey County. info@daliexpo.com
Now that we have less and less use for facilities like this, they have become points of interest to the curious and researchers. Come and see how we kept watch for threats from the West. Weekends through November. Maybe you too can see Russia from this remote place. http://pointsur.org
Come to the Seymour Marine Center and take a tour of the nearby lagoon. Birds, mammals, fish and many other fascinating things will be revealed to you as you walk in the company of a trained naturalist. Some of the subtle, hidden local beauty will enchant you and beckon you to return.
They're everywhere, but more fun than the mobile phones that also are everywhere. Now you can see some folks having real fun with ukuleles. Come to American Burgers and bask in some good food and some good music. Sundays through the month of November. Call 831-373-7573 for more info.
Writer, activist and so much more Ms. Solnit will speaking at the Henry Miller Library about the environment and our role in its future. http://henrymiller.org
Don't wait, get out there and see Santa Cruz. These authors are making it easy. Everything is already listed. It's a book talk at the Santa Cruz library, so it's free. What more can you ask? http://scpl.org
Rebecca Hernandez, UCSC lecturer and scholar will be presenting an informative talk on the differences and similarities of the varied groups of people that make up the indigenous inhabitants of the North American continent. http://santacruzmuseum.org
Legendary blues guitarist , Robert Cray is coming to town. His many recordings and performances have gotten him a place in the Blues Hall of Fame. You can see him in person in the lovely Golden State Theater. http://goldenstatetheater.com
