Soul of CA

Princess who Lost Her Hair
2018-03-17 19:30 - 2018-03-23 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Western Stage, Hartnell College, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
The title describes most of the story. Western Stage’s Youth Company presents this Tanzanian story describing the title princess’s struggle to regain her prized possession.

Tribute to Johnny Cash
2018-03-17 20:00 - 22:00 | World Theater CSUMB, 5260 6th Ave., Seaside, CA, 93955, United States
CSUMB presents an evening of one of America’s most iconic singers, the Man in Black. Come hear a presentation of great music.

"weird" Al Yankovic
2018-03-17 20:00 - 22:00
The one, the only Weird Al comes to town with his roster of wild parodies and original tunes. A evening of silly fun and lively music. At least you’ll already know the music, if not the words. On St. Patrick’s Day no less.

Two Tales of Terrestrial Termination
2018-03-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Colleges 9and 10 UCSC, 1156 High St. , Santa Cruz, CA, United States
UCSC Professor, Beth Shapiro, will discuss her work involving megafauna on an Alaskan island and its relation to other evidence for extinction of species throughout North America. Great way to get some background on the current discussion regarding climate change and the species involved.

John Craigie with Alex Lucero
2018-03-18 19:30 - 22:00 | Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320 Cedar St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Portland musician Craigie will bring the songs from his latest release as well as the other songs and stories he has gathered over his life in music. You will have to see the show to discover Mr. Lucero’s contribution. 😉

Says You!
2018-03-18 20:00 - 21:30 | World Theater CSUMB, 5260 6th Ave., Seaside, CA, 93955, United States
No not an insult, but the name of a popular NPR program pitting two teams of smarty-pants against one another over the definitions of obscure words and phrases. Much more fun than it sounds in this description. It will be done live before a live audience here in Seaside. Wow!

Deetjen's Best (Bach and Buffet)
2018-03-22 18:00 - 22:00 | Hidden Valley Music Center, 104 W. Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel, CA, 93924, United States
Since the traumas of fire, flood, slides, and economic stress places like Deetjen’s have suffered enormously. This historic facility is a Big Sur mainstay and in need of much help. As a result the Hidden Valley Music Center has come to help by sponsoring a fund-raiser aimed at helping them out with the million dollar repairs necessary to return to a serviceable state. The founder’s favorite things, classical music and good food are presented to the public you can have fun, eat well, and help out.

Black Power Blueprint
2018-03-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Louden Nelson Center, 301 Center St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Over time an ethos has evolved regarding the economic future and empowerment of the African-American community. One aspect is for families and individuals to begin working on landownership and agricultural development. Here is a model presented to the public of how this might look and become a reality across the country.

Smuin's Dance Series #1
2018-03-23 20:00 - 22:00 | Carmel Sunset Center
The talented dancers of the Smuin Company bring their skills again to us in Monterey County. This is one of a continuing series to be presented through the year. Combining modern, pop, and classical music they will delight the audiences with their terpischorian charms.

Downtown Santa Cruz Beer March
2018-03-24 14:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Santa Cruz, Pacific St. , Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
It’s a stand-up alternative to a pub crawl! The effect is much the same, lots of libations, camaraderie, and good times. You can enjoy the festivities in the saloons of downtown Santa Cruz, all in easy walking distance. Or marching distance, you choose. For details see the website.

Smuin's Dance Company Series #1
2018-03-24 20:00 - 22:00 | Carmel Sunset Center

Israeli Chamber Project
2018-03-25 03:00 - 17:00 | Sunset Center, San Carlos & 9th, carmel, CA, 93921, United States
Although based in New York this group is probably made up of Israelis, why not? They will bring their distinctive twist to Ravel, Stravinsky, Carter, and Schumann. Another cultural event at the Sunset Center.

Women in Film (Tortilla Flat)
2018-03-26 06:00 - 20:00 | Maya Cinema, City Center 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Part of the Steinbeck Center’s program “Women in Steinbeck’ Novels” this film is presented free for the public’s enjoyment. Starring Spencer Tracy, John Garfield and Hedy Lamarr it is definitely a gem from old Hollywood. On the big screen at the Maya Cinema next door to the Steinbeck Center.

AgTech Summit
2018-03-27 08:00 - 2018-03-28 17:00 | Hartnell College, 411 Central Ave., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
For five years now the folks here in our valley and Forbes Magazine have held this meeting with the intention of bringing together the agriculture community and the high tech organizations in nearby Silicon Valley. Come and see the latest innovations in synergy at this gathering.

Noth Korea's Weapons of Mass Destruction
2018-03-27 12:00 - 14:00 | Rancho Canada Golf Course, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd. , Carmel , CA, 93923, United States
Quite the topical presentation by the local World Affairs Council chapter, this afternoon’s presentation will present Melissa Hanham and her background on the dangers, real and imagined, of the recent events on the Korean Peninsula.
