Soul of CA

Happy Hour @Citricada Cantina
2019-10-18 13:00 - 2019-10-19 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 201 Main St., 201 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, 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

Sunrise Challenge
2019-10-18 18:00 - 21:00 | The Lab, 3728 Barnyard Suite G-23, Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
If you are a night owl and find sunrises to be an acquired taste, nice for some but not for you, here’s a great way to enjoy a lot of them. There is a event called “The Seven Days of Sunrises” in which people get up really early and create an image of the sun rising. Why? To create art for your enjoyment, that’s why. This is an exhibit of many of the images they created. So come and see it! http://thelabarts.com

Rally Your Spirit Fest
2019-10-18 19:00 - 2019-10-19 22:00 | Inner Light Center, 5360 Soquel Dr., Soquel, CA, 95073, United States
For two evenings the Inner Light Center will be rocking with the singing and music designed to stir your spirit. Lots of recognized names will be there and ready to move you. http://innerlightministeries.com

Family Learning Fair
2019-10-19 10:00 - 13:00 | John Steinbeck Library, Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
We know that our children are learning all the time. What can the adults in their lives do to help them make sense of what they are learning and help them prosper? The folks at Salinas Library are here to help. Come by and ask your questions and get good info. http://salinaspubliclibrary.org

Farm Discovery Harvest Festival
2019-10-19 10:00 - 15:00 | Live Earth Farm, 1275 Green Valley Rd., Watsonville, 95076, United States
Live Earth Farm wants you to come out and enjoy the bounty of this autumn. Lots of fun for everyone out on their farm. Rides, pumpkins, food, drink, games, etc. Bring the kids and check it out. http://farmdiscovery.org

Early Schools of Salinas
2019-10-19 11:00 - 15:00 | 1st Mayor’s House, 20 Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93940, United States
When Salinas was a small town with big plans for its future the founding families knew that education was going to play a big part. The folks at the First Mayor’s House have gathered materials from those days. You may learn about the discipline methods, curricula, and daily life of teachers and students. An intriguing glimpse into the past. http://firstmayorhouse.org

Fall Fun Days
2019-10-19 11:00 - 15:30 | Earth Bound Farms, 7250 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93923, United States
What is the best time to enjoy a farm? the Fall. When the harvest in coming in and the hard work is yielding its bounty. So to celebrate this the Earthbound Farm staff is sharing their delight with you. Games, rides, food, and fun await you in beautiful Carmel Valley. And you can meet a master pumpkin carver and receive advice on how to create really cool jack-o-lanterns. EBFevent@danone.com

Castle Rock Guided Walks
2019-10-19 11:00 - 2019-10-20 12:00 | Castle Rock State Park, 15000 Skyline Dr., Los Gatos, CA, 95033, United States
Every Saturday and Sunday through October 31st the staff at Castle Rock State Park will be taking folks like you on hikes through the impressive forest that is this park. They begin at 11:00 and last an hour, the hike is just over a mile and filled with lots of interesting things.

Dali's Alley
2019-10-19 12:00 - 17:00 | Dali Expo Museum, Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
This is a monthly(3rd Saturday) event intended to grow the reputation of Salvador Dali and Monterey as an artist’s venue. They will have art, jewelry, soap, clothing, and books and so much more. Come and see what the Dali Expo has to share with you. More info at stephanie@daliexpo.com

Monterey Bay Tequila & Cuisine
2019-10-19 17:00 - 20:00 | Monterey Conference Center, 1 Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
What a great way to support a local organization. Come to the new Monterey Conference Center and enjoy food from AquaTerra Culinary and bid on wonderful art knowing that you are supporting programs that provide training and support for youth in the area.http://cityofmonterey.org

Flavors of Pacific Grove
2019-10-19 17:30 - 20:30 | Pacific Grove Golf Links, 77 Asilomar Blvd., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
The Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring this food event and invited dozens of chefs from PG restaurants. You can come and enjoy their work and mingle with the other 249 people in attendance. There will be good food, drink and a silent auction with over 100 items.

Whole Lotta Bonham
2019-10-19 18:00 - 20:30 | Jade Lounge, 2110 Fremont St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
A celebration of all things associated with the energetic drummer from Led Zeppelin. A number of local drummers will take a crack at reproducing his sound, while accompanied by a Led Zeppelin tribute band. All this energy goes to help the Guitars not Guns program in the area.

Wild & Scenic Film Festival
2019-10-19 19:00 - 22:30 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Here are several films geared at getting people to appreciate and preserve the legacy 0f wild places and creatures left to us. In addition to the films there will be speakers and a raffle of gear aimed at getting you up and out in to the wild. http://goldenstatetheater.com

Carmel POPS
2019-10-19 19:30 - 2019-10-20 21:30 | Forest Theater, Santa Rita & Mountain View, Carmel by the Sea, CA, 93923, United States
The Carmel area is laden with talented people. A whole lot of them will be gathered to entertain for a good cause on two days, Friday and Saturday. That is, support for youth programs in the arts and scholarships to enable many more kids to take advantage of the programs. So there will be singing, dancing, music, and a most festive atmosphere. Since it is at the Forest Theater and in the evening, bring layers of clothing and something soft to sit on. http://foresttheaterguild.org

Dirty Cello
2019-10-19 20:00 - 22:00 | felton music hall, 6275 Highway 9, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Lots of locals are talking positively about this band. Led by Rebecca Rousmann and her cello they will take you through a performance which is unlike most any you’ve heard before. (Unless you remember the cello from Harry Chapin’s band.) Why don’t more bands feature this versatile instrument? http://feltonmusichall.com

Pablo Cruise
2019-10-19 20:00 - 22:00 | World Theater CSUMB, 5260 6th Ave., Seaside, CA, 93955, United States
Bringing their cool harmonies to CSUMB, Pablo Cruise will delight the older crowd and give a little retro joy to the students at the university. No, there is no Pablo, it’s just the band’s name.

Monterey Symphony Orchestra (Opening performance)
2019-10-19 20:00 - 22:00 | Sunset Center, San Carlos & 9th, carmel, CA, 93921, United States
This season marks the last with the current director Max Bragado-Darman after his 16 years with the organization. This concert will also feature solos by the concertmaster, Christina Mok. A lively an dinteresting program is planned. Please check the website for more details. http://montereysymphony.org

Laetitia Sonomi & Asha Tamirisa
2019-10-19 20:00 - 23:00 | Wind River, 421 Wild Way, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Prepare yourself for an evening of music designed and played for this specific place. These artists use innovative instruments that utilize the unique characteristics of the venue in which the music is performed. To get more insight into the performance, you are urged to check out the website, http://indexical.org

Junk Parlor
2019-10-19 21:00 - 22:00 | Fernwood Tavern, 47200 Highway One, Big Sur, CA, United States
In case you needed another reason to visit Big Sur and wanted to have an evening activity, here you are. The polished and funky sound of Junk Parlor. Talented and experienced Bay Area musicians come down from time to time to make sure that big Sur denizens are happy and entertained and this is no exception. http://fernwoodbigsur.com

Monterey Bay Triathlon
2019-10-20 07:00 - 11:00 | Lover’s Point, 630 Ocean View Blvd., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
There will be two separate races in this event. One a little easier than the other. Both have a high degree of challenge what with swimming in the ocean, riding a bike for many miles and running a few more. It all starts at Lover’s Point, so you know they picked a lovely place to engage in their strenuous activities. More details? 408-515-2860 or right herehttp://montereytri.com

Tales from the Intertidal Zone
2019-10-20 13:30 - 14:30 | Seymour Marine Discovery Center, 100 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
There is an amazing variety and concentration of life in the area which is sometimes covered by seawater and sometimes open to the air. The knowledgeable folks at the Seymour Center are delighted to help you learn more about this fascinating space. http://seymourcenter.ucsc.edu

Understanding Climate
2019-10-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Middlebury Institute of International Studies, 442 1/2 Van Buren St. (Holland Courtyard), Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
With all the information swirling about regarding the climate and the changes that seem to be everywhere, how is one to make sense of it? Ask a climate scientist. Where to find one? Come to MIIS and listen to this lecture and Q/A by a knowledgeable person who has studied the climate and the environment. http://miis.edu

Great Conversations
2019-10-23 18:00 - 21:00 | Intercontinental The Clement, 750 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
This is the seventh in an annual presentation by the Middlebury Institute which brings together instructors from the College and local citizens in conversations about events and issues of the current day. Come and have your brain cells excited, at least.http://middlebury.edu

Tui Sutherland
2019-10-23 19:00 - 20:00 | BookShop Santa Cruz, 1520 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
If this name is not familiar to you it’s because you are not a fan of her different series of novels. Among them are, Menagerie, Pet Trouble, and Wings of Fire. She will be in town at Bookshop Santa Cruz signing copies of her latest work and talking to her readers and giving insight to the process of writing. http://bookshopsantacruz.com

Our Inevitable Place: Robinson & Una Jeffers
2019-10-23 19:00 - 20:00 | Sunset Center Carpenter Hall, Mission and 9th, Carmel, CA, 93921, United States
The lives of these two famous Carmel residents are the topic of an enlightening lecture by Eugene Raschowitz Roberts, a local historian and Robinson maven. http://carmelpubliclibraryfoundation.org

20th Annual International Documentary Film Festival
2019-10-24 19:00 - 2019-10-26 22:30 | Osio Theatre, 350 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Once again, the Local United Nations Association is sponsoring several thoughtful and compelling films about people and the environment around the world. From Madagascar to California’s Napa Valley these shorts will bring alternative views to provide you with food for thought. Times of showings and titles are at http://unausamonterey.wordpress.com

Lewis Black
2019-10-24 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The angry ranting comic comes to town. You may have seen Mr. Black on the Daily Show or one of his televised specials. Be warned, he is angry and vulgar. He is also very funny. http://goldenstatetheater.com

Happy Hour @ Citricada Cantina
2019-10-25 13:00 - 2019-10-26 16:00 | 201 Main St., 201 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Clear Blue Clay
2019-10-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Zeph’s, 1366 S. Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Strange Name but quality music from all around the U.S. and other parts of the world. Most notably Buenos Aires and Chicago. At Zeph’s in South Salinas.

11th Annual Ghost Walk
2019-10-25 18:30 - 2019-10-26 21:00 | Downtown San Juan Bautista, San Juan Bautista, CA, United States
Just what it says in the title. The town of San Juan Bautista is filled with great stories and mysterious goings-on. COme out and see or hear some interesting things and maybe you’ll get to actually experience a ghostly apparition. There are two tours, the first at 6:30. http://rotarysanjuanbautista.com
