Soul of CA

Wharf Walks
2024-01-06 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Harbor House (Fisherman’s Wharf), Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Local historian, Tim Thomas, leads small groups through the Fisherman’s Wharf neighborhood and tells the story of the many groups of people who have made their lives through the bounty of the bay. From the original Native Peoples to the tourist businesses of today, the wharf and environs have a rich story. This happens on the first Saturday of each month. More info at timsardine@yahoo.com

First Mayor's House
2024-01-06 10:00 - 15:00 | Harvey-Baker House, Heritage Park, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
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

Open House @ First Mayor's House
2024-01-06 10:00 - 15:00 | Harvey-Baker House, Heritage Park, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
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 you might visit some of the nearby sites of interest, the Railroad Museum and the Regional Heritage Center. More information is at http://www.firstmayorshouse.org

Railroad Museum Open House
2024-01-06 10:00 - 2024-01-07 16:00 | Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum, Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Carmel Art Walk
2024-01-06 16:00 - 19:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel
On the second Saturday of each month the Carmel Art Society sponsors a tour of some of the artists’ galleries and studios in Carmel. So today is the day for you to come out and wander the streets of Carmel and pop in at the various locations. For a map and many more details go to https://www.CarmelArtWalk.com

Sundays at Stanton
2024-01-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Monterey History and Art at Stanton Center, 5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Through the month of January the folks at Stanton History are presenting some classic, maybe overlooked, movies for your enjoyment. You can probably figure out which day these are presented. For instance the first one is “Three Guys Named Mike” Check out their website for more titles and details. https://www.stantoncenter.org

Choral Artists of Carmel Concert
2024-01-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Monterey First Presbyterian, 501 El Dorado, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
A relatively new singing group has a program for your enjoyment. The presentation is the music of Thomas La Voy. This is not enough information so go to https://www.choralartistsofcarmel.org

Farmers Market Pacific Grove (3-7)
2024-01-08 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States
Now that the holidays have passed and life is as normal as it gets, it’s time to get on with that resolution to eat better, fresher food. That’s exactly what you will find at the farmers markets in our area. There will also be some prepared food which is a great reward for your “cheat day”. So come down and check out what’s in the vendors’ displays and get on with that healthier eating. There are many other markets around on different days and times. Check out https://www.montereycfb.com for those details.

Farmers Market Monterey (4-7)
2024-01-09 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

Farmers Market King City (4-7)
2024-01-09 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown King City, King City, CA, United States

Farmers Market Carmel BTS (10-2)
2024-01-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel

Farmers Market Seaside (2-6)
2024-01-11 15:00 - 19:00 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States

Farmers Market Soledad (4-8)
2024-01-11 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Soledad, Soledad, United States

Santa Cruz Fungus Fair
2024-01-12 14:00 - 2024-01-14 17:00 | Loudon Nelson Center, 301 Center St., Santa Cruz, CA, 93960, United States
Everyone is eating them lately and there is lots of info about the wonderful effects of eating mushrooms. Here’s a place to learn more from the people who pick and grow the delicious stuff. Bring some money and some questions and you will leave happier and better informed. More info at https://www.santacruzmuseum.org

Mercado Popular Salinas Sports Complex (4-9)
2024-01-12 16:00 - 21:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States

Farmers Market Salinas (9-2)
2024-01-13 09:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Here Come the Whiffenpoofs
2024-01-13 19:00 - 21:00 | St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church, 28005 Robinson Canyon Rd., Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
No it’s not an obscure Pokemon character. They are one of the oldest acapella groups in the USA. They originate at Yale and have been entertaining audiences for over 100 years. Certainly not this group of singers but the group itself. They sing light opera, comic songs, and get serious with marvelous arrangements. More details at https://www.stdcv.org

Farmers Market Marina (10-2)
2024-01-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina

Farmers Market Carmel Valley (10-3)
2024-01-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States

Farmers Market Pacific Grove (3-6)
2024-01-15 15:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States
The holidays have passed, mostly, and the markets are re-opening with the freshest produce. yes, the selection isn’t the same as in the summer and fall but the stalls are full and the people are helpful. Maybe it’s time to try something new, like an unusual vegetable. There is the temptation of some of the delicious prepared foods and the vendors with the goods they have made. Come out, especially if the weather is pleasant, nothing like some good fresh air after sitting in the house. More dates, places, and times are available for other markets at https://www.montereycfb.com

Farmers Market Monterey (4-7)
2024-01-16 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

Julia's Mushroom Hikes
2024-01-17 08:00 - 17:00 | Julia’s Vegetarian KItchen, 1180 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
The PG restaurant, Julia’s, is hosting hikes into the mushroom laden areas of the Central Coast. Under the skilled and experienced eyes of real mycologists, hikers will encounter, pick , and later eat their discovered bounty. Sundays through February and March from 2:00 until 5:00. Meet at Julia’s in PG. Lots more info at https://www.juliasveg.com

Farmers Market King City (4-7)
2024-01-17 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown King City, King City, CA, United States

Eco-Farm Conference
2024-01-17 16:00 - 2024-01-20 13:00 | Asilomar Conference Center, 800 Asilomar Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Asilomar is hosting this gathering for the 44th time. These folks study the relationship between the farming practices we use and their effect on our world. Then they consider how best to improve these practices to preserve the health of our farmlands.
You can be in on this get more info at https://www.eco-farm.org

Farmers Market Seaside (3-7)
2024-01-18 15:00 - 19:00 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States

Farmers Market Soledad (4-8)
2024-01-18 16:00 - 20:00 | CA

Lewis Black (Goodbye Yeller Brick Road)
2024-01-18 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Mr. Black’s rants are quite well known to the viewers of the Daily Show. To those who don’t know his work, brace yourself for an evening of tirades about and insight into modern life. Check out some YouTube videos and then checkout the website for tickets and info. Here it is https://www.goldenstatetheatre.com

Mercado Popular Salinas Sports Center (4-9)
2024-01-19 16:00 - 21:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States

New Year Lapidary Workshop
2024-01-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, 165 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Want to learn more about rocks and other cool things that come out of the ground? Which are which and how to improve their appearance? The Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History is the place to find out this and lots more fun things. Check out their website for more info, it’s at https://www.pgmuseum.org

Sacred Connections (Author Talk)
2024-01-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Downtown Book & Sound, 213 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Lynn Butler, photographer, is presenting her latest book of photos taken over many years. They depict the spaces in North America which have been considered sacred to indigenous people. You have a chance to ask questions and get your copy signed. More details at https://www.downtownbookandsound.com
