Soul of CA

Lost Childhoods, Unofficial Stories
2018-02-02 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Steinbeck Center, National Steinbeck Center, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Most of us are unaware of the plight of foster children who, after turning 18, are done with the system and must find their own way into the adult world. Many of them face difficulties in this adjustment. This exhibit is intended to bring their stories to the public. Come, have your eyes and heart opened. This is the opening evening and the exhibit will be available in the coming weeks.

Murder in the Limelight
2018-02-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Wharf Theater, 95 Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Here is a whimsical play written to delight and entertain the audience with the point of raining funds for a local charity, DanceKids of Monterey. It will be performed in a historical theatre, right there on Fisherman’s Wharf. This performance is the opening gala. Many more performances will be presented in the following weeks.

Leo Kottke
2018-02-02 19:00 - 22:00 | Rio Theater, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
One of the premier guitarists of our time, Mr. Kottke has made his reputation of the twelve string guitar, but is no slouch on other string instruments. What can be said of a man who describes his voice as a “duck fart” and wrote “Vaseline Machine Gun”. Come and be dazzled by his virtuosity.

Fort Ord Bus Tours
2018-02-03 10:00 - 13:00 | Fort Ord National Monument, Imjim and Reservation Roads, Marina , CA, 93933, United States
This tour will take the participants around the Fort Ord site and show the changes in land and water use. While this sounds rather nerdish and wonky, there is much of interest in these changes. The tour takes approximately 90 minutes. One should show up 15 minutes before the tour begins. For a more specific description of departure times please check the website.

Western Monarch Day
2018-02-03 10:00 - 16:00 | Pismo State Beach, Monarch Butterfly Grove , Pismo Beach, CA, United States
Watch part of the complex migration of these amazing little animals. On their way north and again on the return south they pass through this area and rest.

Make America Irate Again
2018-02-03 19:30 - 20:30 | Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320 Cedar St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Three comics will take the stage to entertain us with their take on the political climate and whatever the latest strange doings are in Washington DC. This is an intimate space, a good time is always in the cards at Kuumbwa.

Night of the Living Composers
2018-02-03 19:30 - 22:30 | Cabrillo College Samper Recital Hall, 6500 Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States
Come out to Cabrillo College and hear a sampling of music written by living composers, some older works, but many new ones as well.

Winter ScruBall 2018
2018-02-03 20:00 | Moose Lodge 545, 2470 El Rancho Dr. , Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
The name says it all. An interesting time, dancing, and dress-up all in one event. Does it really get any better? Several DJ’s supplying the tunes, a ramen bar, and a water bar all add to the fun.

Jimmy "JJ" Walker
2018-02-03 20:00 - 23:00 | Fox Theater, 239 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
It’s the featured actor from “Good Times” on tour here in Salinas. You may remember him and his catch phrase, “Dy-no-mite” from the popular show. He’s appearing with local favorites, Chicano All-Stars. Good music and comedy, a fun evening in Salinas.

ATT Pebble Beach Pro-Am
2018-02-05 08:00 - 2018-02-11 17:00 | Pebble Beach, Pebble Beach, CA, United States
The long time golf classic event comes again to the Central Coast. Since the days of the Crosby Clambake it has been a fundraising event for the charities of the area. Over 190,000 people watched the event last year, make your hotel reservations for next year soon. Get more info about this year’s tickets and lots of other important stuff at the website. attpbgolf.com

Asilomar Birds and their Habitat
2018-02-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Asilomar Conference Center, 800 Asilomar Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Take a ranger guided tour of the beach and environs at Asilomar. This happens on Wednesday mornings from 10 to 11. Meet at the Asilomar Conference Grounds and wear comfy shoes and bring binoculars, if you have them.

Status of Women in Monterey County
2018-02-07 17:30 - 19:30 | Bay Park Hotel, 1425 Munras Ave. , Monterey , CA, 93940, United States
County Supervisor Jane Parker will lead a discussion of the role and importance of women in leadership, be it political or business related.

Fun Home
2018-02-08 20:00 - 2018-03-04 22:00 | Golden Bough Theater, Monte Verde St. &SW 8th Ave., Carmel by the Sea, CA, 93922, United States
Pacific Repertory Company presents the Broadway hit “Fun Home” the story of a young woman told in three parts. It won many awards, popular and critical acclaim. See the website for particulars regarding times and dates, to be presented at the Golden Bough Theater.

Parent Universtiy
2018-02-10 08:00 - 14:00 | Oldemeyer Center, 986 Hilby Ave. , Seaside, CA, 93955, United States
Here’s a chance to find out about all the resources available to parents in our area. Interested? call early and make a reservation. It’s free but it is also expected to be popular, based on last year’s event.

Doc Ricketts' Lab Tours
2018-02-10 09:00 - 15:00 | Pacific Biological Laboratories, 800 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Also called Pacific Biological Laboratories, this is where Ed Ricketts kept his specimens and entertained John Steinbeck and the many other people who came to life in Steinbeck’s stories. Tours are available through the day and groups are limited to 15 people , so make reservations.
