A fascinating and unpredictably important year in our nation's history, the end of the Civil War and beginning of the repair of the damage done. Little did they know how long that repair might take. Here are four thoughtful historians presenting their ideas about that watershed year. At the Stanton Center in Monterey. More details […]
Ms Obomsawin is a bassist, called one of the best emerging jazz performers in 2023. She and her group will be appearing at CSUMB's Music Hall (building 30). The musicians include a korist, a player of the African 12 string harp. Should be an interesting performance. More info was not available but the performance is […]
The title only just begins to describe this event. Imagine the Bard's characters meeting the creatures from D & D meeting on stage. Hamlet meets a hostile dwarf or Juliet contends with a wizard's potions. All controlled by a throw of the dice by an audience member. Unique theater in so many ways. More details […]
Warmer, longer days and the markets have lots of good produce still as well as the promise of more to come. In addition, you can get out in the improving weather. Let’s get out, shake off those winter blues and meet up with friends and neighbors at the markets. Have lunch at a food vendor […]
On the first Saturday of each month the docents open up the First Mayor's House from 10-3. It features items from the daily life of the people who started civic life in Salinas City, as it was called. The docents are friendly and knowledgeable about the lives of the people who lived there. While there […]
On the first weekend of each month the Monterey Salinas Valley Railroad Museum is open from 10 until 4. It features their diorama of the valley's railroad and has some wonderfully informative member/docents. It is located next to the Amtrak Station on Market St. Check out their website at http://www.msvrr.org
On the first Saturday of each month the plaza at the San Juan Bautista State Park livens up with costumed people recreating the look and activities of the people who came to this area from Europe and Mexico. Mountain men, pioneers, Californios, and Native Americans all contributed significantly to our local history.
Fox Theater continues to bring Norteno performers to Salinas and this is one more interesting band to enjoy. More info about the performance at http://www.foxtheatersalinas.com
The Irish singer and legend of music is coming to Carmel's Sunset Center. If you aren't familiar with his music just listen to your favorite music streaming system after entering his name. Then you'll know why there's no more introduction to this talented person. http://www.sunsetcenter.com is the place for more information.
Warmer, longer days and the markets have lots of good produce still as well as the promise of more to come. In addition, you can get out in the improving weather. Let’s get out, shake off those winter blues and meet up with friends and neighbors at the markets. Have lunch at a food vendor […]
