Farmers Market Carmel Valley Community Center (Sundays 10-2)

Carmel Valley Community Center 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, United States

More and more people are coming out to the markets, the bounty of the county is meeting their needs. You too can share in the wonderful selection of fruits and veggies. Come try something a little more exotic, the people at the booths will be very happy to tell you the best or easiest way […]

Exotic Bird Mart & Expo

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

If you like birds (and who doesn't?) this is the place for you. All day, all birds. Information, displays, and merchandise available all in one place. Come to the fairgrounds and get your fill of birds. Not literally, of course.

Celebrating the Beatles

Forest Theater Santa Rita & Mountain View, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

A live band, film clips, and storytelling, all that's needed is an appearance by Paul or Ringo. The rest is left to your imagination.  They call it a Rockumentary not a tribute concert. You have to decide. This is a great way to share some memories with younger family members. Details at http://www.pacrep.org

Black Jacket Symphony

Rio Theater 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

If you are a Led Zeppelin fan and don't know about this band, here's your chance. They are going to perform Led Zeppelin IV in its entirety as well as some of the band's biggest hits. This band has performed over 40 different albums, each note for note and sound for sound. This will be […]

Farmers Market Pacific Grove (Mondays 3-7)

Downtown Pacific Grove Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, United States

More and more people are coming out to the markets, the bounty of the county is meeting their needs. You too can share in the wonderful selection of fruits and veggies. Come try something a little more exotic, the people at the booths will be very happy to tell you the best or easiest way […]

Carmel By The Sea Halloween/Birthday Parade

Carmel BTS Carmel

Bet you didn't know that Carmel was founded on Halloween. So this is  their annual parade on Ocean Avenue celebrating that fact.  You are invited to get dressed up and watch or participate in the fun. There are many other ways to enjoy the festivities, food and shopping, of course. And all the other diversions […]

George Saunders

Santa Cruz Veteran's Memorial 846 Front St., Santa Cruz, United States

Author of the recent book, "Liberation Day", Mr. Saunders is coming to Santa Cruz to discuss the topics of the book which include elements of power, ethics, and justice. Sounds like something that is quite topical right now. More details at http://www.bookshopsantacruz.com

Sip, Savor, Shop, & Support

AmiCarmel 5th & Dolores, Carmel BTS, CA, United States

The boutique shop, Ami Carmel will donate 20% of their gross sales from one day a month to local charities. One of those days has arrived. For a list of which charities during this month check out their website, http://www.amicarmel.com

Big Sur Food and Wine Festival

The best of the area's comestibles and the right beverages to enjoy them with. Combine this with the spectacular setting of Big Sur and you have an unforgettable experience. Your eyes and taste buds will be forever in your service. (Although they probably already are. They will be more appreciative.) The benefit will be that […]

Farmers Market Carmel 6th & Mission Thursdays 10-2

Downtown Carmel Carmel By the Sea, CA, United States

Days are shortening, nights are cooler, fall is coming and we start thinking about where did I put those sweaters? But the Farmers markets are still going strong. The ones that continue through September anyway. Time to buy the last offerings of those summer fruits, maybe this is the year to start canning? Find those […]