Journalism & Democracy

Middlebury Institute of International Studies 442 1/2 Van Buren St. (Holland Courtyard), Monterey, CA, United States

This talk, although the speaker seems to be a mystery, sound very interesting and enlightening. Other presentations by MIIS have been thought-provoking and informative. So check it out and likely you will come away with informed opinions, rather than the one's most of us have and are so ready to share. Details such as they […]

CSUMB Festival of Cultures, Languages, and Ideas

World Theater CSUMB 5260 6th Ave., Seaside, CA, United States

Two days of the celebration of diversity that makes CSUMB such and interesting and special place. At the World Theater on the CSUMB campus. More details, and there is a bunch, are  here https://csumb.edu/wlc/festival-languages-cultures-and-ideas/

Smoldering Uke Xll

Hidden Valley Music Center 104 W. Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel, CA, United States

The Santa Cruz Ukelele Club is presenting, once again, the gathering of committed Ukelele players. There will be lots of learning opportunities, jamming sessions, and camaraderie during this long weekend.  However, it is NOT in Santa Cruz. This gathering is in the idyllic setting of Hidden Valley Music Center in Carmel Valley.  Don't wait to […]

Women’s Ball

Carmel Woman's Club 9th Avenue, Carmel BTS, CA, United States

A first time event with the goal of helping homeless women and their children at the facilities of La Casa de Noche Buena, the Women's Ball is an effort of Gathering For Women and other local organizations.  There will be auctions, live and silent, food drinks and dancing. Lots of that. More info is available […]

Cuatro de Oro

Fox Theater 239 Main St., Salinas, CA, United States

The former members of Marca MP have released their first album and are on the road supporting it. All their friends and supporters will be so glad to see this appearance. More info at http://www.foxtheatresalinas.com

Monterey Bay Football Club v. Hartford

Cardinale Stadium CSUMB campus, Marina, CA, United States

The Union is playing at home. They put on a good show last year and this year's team looks very good also. Come on out and wave your colors and do a lot of hollering. But make sure that you dress warmly, it is Marina after all.

Oscar Viewing Party

scratch winery 1 E. Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, United States

Scratch Winery in Carmel Valley Is hosting an Oscar blast. Good wine, nibbles, and all that glamour. How can you beat that? For more info go tohttp://www.scratchwines.com

Zakir Hussain & Masters of Percussion

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

For almost 30 years Zakir Hussain  has been alternatively touring with his masters and studying percussion in his native India. Along this path he has discovered many near-forgotten styles and instruments. Combining his learning and touring has brought him around the world all the while encountering the best of percussion and bringing the practitioners with […]

Redd Volkaert & Bill Kirchen

Kuumbwa Jazz Center 320 Cedar St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Unless you are a mega nerd about rock and roll (is that an oxymoron?) you may not know these names. However, you have heard them play with their groups (Commander Cody) or as backup for many big names (Merle Haggard). They are bringing their many years of honed skills and stories to the Kuumbwa stage. […]

Ben Jealous (Book talk and signing)

Pacific Grove Library Central Ave. , Pacific Grove , CA, United States

Local leader, and national as well,  Ben Jealous has written a new book. It's title is "Never Forget Our People Were Always Free". He will be addressing the topics in his book and no doubt have something to say about the current climate around discussions on race. He was a leader in the NAACP after […]