Locals Lunch Concert

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

Yes, the title says "Locals". Yet visitors are often asking, "Where do the locals go?" Here's one possibility. The Sunset Center, a local gem, is sponsoring concerts at midday. These are timed to allow one on a lunch break to have a lovely interlude to change the "tenor" of the day. Why not visitors also? […]

Wharf Birthday Party

Monterey Fisherman's Wharf Monterey, CA, United States

They say it's the 173rd year of the wharf here in Monterey. Well, why not? All afternoon there will be activities, tours, fun and games. There will even be a chance to talk to the mayor of Monterey, Clyde Roberson. You are probably going over to the Wharf anyway, check this out also. http://montereywharf.com

Wharf Birthday Party

Monterey Fisherman's Wharf Monterey, CA, United States

They say it's the 173rd year of the wharf here in Monterey. Well, why not? All afternoon there will be activities, tours, fun and games. There will even be a chance to talk to the mayor of Monterey, Clyde Roberson. You are probably going over to the Wharf anyway, check this out also. http://montereywharf.com

Santa Cruz County Fair

santa cruz county fairgrounds watsonville, CA, United States

It's that time of year again. The Santa Cruz county fair in Watsonville is the place to be this weekend. Come for the rides, the shows, the judging of food and animals, and the best part, all that food on sticks. The shows include animal acts singing, and dancing.  http://santacruzcountyfair.com

Santa Cruz County Fair

santa cruz county fairgrounds watsonville, CA, United States

It's that time of year again. The Santa Cruz county fair in Watsonville is the place to be this weekend. Come for the rides, the shows, the judging of food and animals, and the best part, all that food on sticks. The shows include animal acts singing, and dancing.  http://santacruzcountyfair.com

Glass Pumpkin Patch

Bialek Hilton Habitat 4380 Carmel Valley Road (MEarth), Carmel, CA, United States

Yes, it is magical. No, it's not imaginary. Local glass artists have used their skills in creating memorable glass art and made pumpkins so that you may see, enjoy, and purchase. Then the proceeds go to local charities, specifically Hospice and their good works. Everybody gets some good from the efforts.  Come and take a […]

Glass Pumpkin Patch

Bialek Hilton Habitat 4380 Carmel Valley Road (MEarth), Carmel, CA, United States

Yes, it is magical. No, it's not imaginary. Local glass artists have used their skills in creating memorable glass art and made pumpkins so that you may see, enjoy, and purchase. Then the proceeds go to local charities, specifically Hospice and their good works. Everybody gets some good from the efforts.  Come and take a […]

Gem Show

Monterey County Fairgrounds 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, United States

The folks at the Carmel Valley gem and Mineral Society will gather for their 59th annual show. They will have lots of interesting exhibits, and beautiful things to gaze upon and some you might be able to touch, ask first. If you really want to know what that cool rock you saw on a recent […]

Gem Show

Monterey County Fairgrounds 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, United States

The folks at the Carmel Valley gem and Mineral Society will gather for their 59th annual show. They will have lots of interesting exhibits, and beautiful things to gaze upon and some you might be able to touch, ask first. If you really want to know what that cool rock you saw on a recent […]

Oktoberfest Monterey Bay

The Barnyard Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

For years now the Barnyard has been host to an annual gathering celebrating the tradition of Oktoberfest. This year is no exception. There will be music, dancing, games, and beer. No surprise there. Dust off the liederhosen and that big beer stein and come down, on second thought, just come down. those leiderhosen don't fit […]