Soul of CA

ARIA (Stonger Together)
2018-11-17 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Compass Church, 1044 S. Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Presenting a challenging and interesting program of a mix of modern and classical vocal performances ARIA always enchants their audience. This group, consisting solely of women’s voices, enlightens and entertains consistently.

Ramblin' Jack Elliot
2018-11-17 19:30 - 21:00 | Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320 Cedar St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
The almost mythical reputation of this man definitely precedes him. If you listened to any music in the 60’s and 70’s you listened to musicians that he influenced. His unique take on music goes on and on. http://Kuumbwajazz.org

BODY TRAFFIC
2018-11-17 20:00 - 21:30 | World Theater CSUMB, 5260 6th Ave., Seaside, CA, 93955, United States
This is an unusually democratic sort of a dance troupe. The members select and organize the presentations and make a unique art form out of their sensibilities. More than one type of music or dance will move through each piece. http://csumb.edu/worldtheater

Monterey Symphony (Sound Waves)
2018-11-17 20:00 - 22:00 | Sunset Center, San Carlos & 9th, carmel, CA, 93921, United States
This program features two remarkable pieces both focusing on the composers’ frame of mind. Both of them are thoughtful and moody. Don’t let that stop you, there is also a a featured soloist, Carol Wincenc, a flute instructor at the Julliard School. http://sunsetcenter.org

Native Crafts with Amah Mutsun Artisans
2018-11-18 09:30 - 12:00 | Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, 1305 East Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
Those are the names of some of our local indigenous people. Their art and craft obviously go back into the mists of the past, thousands of years. Here is a opportunity to learn what and how they made their beautiful baskets and other objects. Perhpas make something to take home. http://santacruzmuseum.org

Magnificent Monarchs
2018-11-18 10:00 - 15:00 | Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, 165 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Come to learn more about the butterflies that lend their name to Pacific Grove “Butterfly Town”. These are amazing little creatures and you can learn just about all you can handle form the folks at the PG Natural History Museum.

Holiday Sale (Rocks & Gems)
2018-11-18 10:00 - 17:00 | Live Oak Grange Hall, 1900 17th Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
You’ve been looking for just the right thing for that hard-to-please person on your list. Here is your solution. You’ll find; gems, rocks, lapidary creations, minerals, fossils, and beads. See, something for everyone! http://scrockngem.org

Life of the Buddha ( Intro to Buddhism)
2018-11-18 13:00 - 14:30 | Watsonville Buddhist Temple, 423 Bridge St. , Watsonville , CA, 95076, United States
Reverend Jay Shiseki will give a lecture and answer questions about Buddhism. He has trained in Japan as well as the US and is pleased to give this first step into the background of the “Enlightened One”. http://wbtemple.org

Monterey Symphony (Sound Waves)
2018-11-18 15:00 - 17:00 | Sunset Center, San Carlos & 9th, carmel, CA, 93921, United States
This program features two remarkable pieces both focusing on the composers’ frame of mind. Both of them are thoughtful and moody. Don’t let that stop you, there is also a a featured soloist, Carol Wincenc, a flute instructor at School. http://sunsetcenter.org

ARIA (Stronger Together)
2018-11-18 15:00 - 17:00 | Monterey First Presbyterian, 501 El Dorado, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States

To Chopin With Love
2018-11-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Peace United Church of Santa Cruz, 900 High St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Here’s is an evening with Brian Ganz, internationally renowned pianist. He will be playing the works of Chopin. Among them will be the mazurkas, etudes, and polonaises he is so famous for. http://peaceunited.org

Emily Kinney
2018-11-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Folktales Winery, 8940 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
This talented actress turned singer-songwriter sings about the complexities of modern life and love. In addition she makes her subjects appealing to those who want a more traditional view of life’s experiences. http://folktaleswinery.com

Lady Washington (Tall Ship Tours)
2018-11-20 10:00 - 2018-11-26 18:00 | Old Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey, CA, United States
The visit of the Lady Washington is a chance to go back to the time of sailing ships and their domination of trade. politics and society. The crew will be there to answer questions and provide a connection to the early days of Monterey and California. Unfortunately, the reservations for sailing on the Lady Washington are filled. One can visit any day but Mondays until the 26th of November.

Ice Skating on the Plaza
2018-11-22 11:00 - 2019-01-06 22:00 | Custom House Plaza, Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
For the Christmas season there will once again be the opportunity to ice skate. Custom House Plaza will be transformed into an ice rink. During the day and well into the dark hours the rink will be available to skaters of all ages and proficiency. Bring your own skates or rent them at the site.

Cannery Row Tree Lighting
2018-11-23 15:30 - 21:30 | Cannery Row, Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
It’s the time of year for brightening things up. Cannery Row is no exception. Santa Claus, elves, songs, food and lots of cheer will be the dominant themes on “The Row”. Let’s not forget the reindeer.
