If you must ask, Who is Thomas? then you are not in the life of a young child. He's the star of the PBS series, Thomas(the tank engine) and Friends. Roaring Camp is hosting him and some of his friends during the middle of October. You can meet Percy, Sir Topham Hatt, and others. There […]
When Salinas was a small town with big plans for its future the founding families knew that education was going to play a big part. The folks at the First Mayor's House have gathered materials from those days. You may learn about the discipline methods, curricula, and daily life of teachers and students. An intriguing […]
Big Sur Charter School is sponsoring a day of fun and frolic for the family. Lots of ocean oriented activities and other things to raise money for the school as well as get you familiar with their mission. Come out to the sunny Carmel Valley and help a good cause. http://bigsurcharterschool.org
Every Saturday and Sunday through October 31st the staff at Castle Rock State Park will be taking folks like you on hikes through the impressive forest that is this park. They begin at 11:00 and last an hour, the hike is just over a mile and filled with lots of interesting things.
It's a fundraiser for a worthy organization that helps kids through the medium of working with horses. Emotional troubles and worldly concerns fade away for these kids while working with the animals. The program is called Hope Horses, and Kids hence the name of the fundraiser. More info? Call them at 831-596-6693 or check out […]
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
This is a FREE opportunity to learn LOTS about Monterey history. From a handwritten piece by John Steinbeck to numerous artifacts from Monterey's history, there will be many things to enlighten the interested participant. Winding up with a chance to drink a specially brewed beverage from Alvarado Brewing Company while listening to a presentation from […]
Once again, the Monterey County Free Libraries are putting on their big fundraiser. This year, Grant Imahara is speaking about his Mythbuster experience and his passion for robotics. The funds generated will support reading programs, literacy programs for adults and many other worthwhile programs. It is the library after all.http://fmcfl.org
Yes, the Australian Christian group is coming to town and performing in the intimate (for them) surroundings of the Golden State Theater. Lots of awards, sales and popularity follow them through the past twenty plus years. After their last performance here in 2013's Spirit Festival they have been waiting anxiously to return to Monterey's lovely […]
The Santa Cruz Elks Lodge is hosting an Oktoberfest party to help finance their programs aiding disabled children and their families. There will be German band playing polkas and waltzes, wurst of many types, and beer supplied by a local brewery, New Bohemian, specializing in European-style beers. Come out and have fun for a good […]
