Days & Nights Festival (Philip Glass & Others)

several sites CA, United States

For several years now Mr. Glass and his group of renowned musicians have gathered in Monterey County to give us a chance to see what they do. And what a great thing they do. For five days and nights (hence the name) they will sing, play, demonstrate, and exhibit their art and skills for your […]

Author Talk: Thi Bui

CSUMB University Center 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States

CSUMB is hosting the award winning cartoonist/author in a discussion of her work "The Best We Could Do". She documents the experience of her parents before the Vietnam War during the turbulent political times that preceded that conflict. Insightful and interesting are words that come to mind when discussing her work. http://csumb.edu/traditions

Namibia: Land of the Cheetah

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

Richard Weise, documentary filmmaker, has focused his lens and attention on the cheetah. These are the most endangered of Africa's big cats. He will take you through their lives and those of the people working to save them. Two shows, 6:30 and 9:30.http://riotheatre.com

Consciousness and the Climate

Asilomar Conference Center 800 Asilomar Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, United States

This conference has a Jungian take on the pressure that the climate is under. What can you do? How can you manage the stress, both personal and environmental? The experts at this conference will give you some help and insight. http://visitasilomar.com

Frankenstein (The Drama)

MPC Theater Monterey Peninsula College, Monterey, CA, United States

No Mel Brooks here. This is the real deal with Dr. F and his monster. The fantastic gothic novel by Mary Shelley made into a stage play. What does it mean to be human? What does a creator owe his creation? All this and more.  Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 and Sundays at 2:00.  http://mpctheatre.com

Happy Hour @ Citricada Cantina

210 Main St. 201 Main St., Salinas, CA, United States

Salinas' downtown is undergoing a renaissance of a sort. This enterprise is a part of it. They have a looong Happy Hour (three hours) on Fridays and Saturdays and offer  some yummy appetizers etc. for the hungry ones in your group. http://201maincomplex.com

Our Town

Jewell Park Central & Grand Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, United States

Thornton Wilder's 1938 play celebrating the life and times of a town and in particular, its people. Follow the story of the young lovers and the characters of their community. This production features the music and dance of Vincent Randazzo and Chelsea Riddle. In order to bring the small town feel to the production it […]

Terrace Hour @ Sunset Center

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

On Friday evenings the Sunset Center is hosting a musical interlude aimed at helping you relax and get ready for your weekend. Different artists will be featured on the patio outside the Center. Music begins at 6:00; so bring a mellow vibe and prepare to enjoy some lovely music performed by some of the best […]

First Friday (Pacific Grove )

Downtown Pacific Grove Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA, United States

In the tradition of bringing folks to the center of town, Pacific Grove is rolling out the carpet for everyone. Come out and see the artists, musicians and interesting folks that make up America's Last Hometown. Info at 831-655-9775

Get the Led Out (Led Zeppelin)

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

Let's say you are a Led Zeppelin fan. Let's say you don't want to see an band "impersonate" the legendary band. You just want to hear the music the way you have grown to love it. Here is your chance. They play it like you hear it. They don't wear silly wigs, or adopt poor […]