Santa Cruz's Museum of Natural History is filled with lots of interesting exhibits and info about the Monterey Bay. They want to share this trove of knowledge with the TK through 12th grade teachers in the area. If you are a teacher or know one, check out this website and get registered so you can […]
Come by the museum, check out the galleries and exhibits, enjoy the music provided by talented locals and later step out for a lovely dinner at one of the great restaurants just a couple blocks away. Truly an evening of sophistication. The museum part is free, so you can splurge. More info at http://www.montereyart.org
If you have a car, of any type, condition, or make these folks want to invite you to come by and hang out, drink a cup of coffee and chat about your favorite vehicle (maybe it's the one you own). In Seaside, at the Chili's on Canyon Del Rey you will find these auto aficionados. […]
It's early (not too) has birds (lots) and is a tour (Around Elkhorn Slough). Since the Slough is one of the best places in the world to view birds it only makes sense that there would be a tour with guides to help us see those birds. Here's your chance. The gates at the Slough […]
Let's suppose that your spouse is a BIG golf fan and you are not. Maybe you'd like a relaxing trip in the Big Sur area, maybe you like yoga. Try this: a trip down to Big Sur, a yoga session combined with some yummy treats, and a hike through the gorgeous scenery of that special […]
After much time the tours are back. On Wednesdays and Saturdays the docents will walk you through this historic site. Through wars and storms the lighthouse and its staff took care of the sailors and their crafts. It lasts about three hours and involves some serious walking. Don't let that put you off it is […]
The first weekend of each month these dedicated members of the museum open the door of their museum and share their collections and passion with the rest of us. Listen for the train whistle blown by their enthusiastic visitors through each day. Then you will know they are open. More info at http://www.msvrr.org
Salinas' first mayor's home has been preserved and is available to the public. Knowledgeable docents are on hand to help you rediscover many interesting aspects of local history. But only on the first Saturday of each month. More info at http://www.firstmayorshouse.org
A family art activity involving the natural world, trained artists, and your family. The artists will help you and your children use natural materials in creating lovely works which express, and maybe inspire, a connection to the world around us. For more details go to http://www.montereyart.org
Local historian, Tim Thomas takes you on a trip through the history of Monterey by way of the wharf and the shoreline, from the Native peoples to the current post cannery era. On the first Sunday of each month he meets with folks like you and takes them into the area's past for two hours […]
