Janeane Garafalo

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

Since breaking out in the early '90's Ms. Garafalo has been everywhere it seems. From "Seinfeld" to Air America she has staked out a spot in thoughtful commentary and good humor.  http://riotheatre.com

Resonate

Temple Beth El (Aptos) 3055 Porter Gulch Rd., Aptos, CA, United States

An evening of Middle Eastern influenced music with a distinct American twist. These musicians have studied  both cultures and do a remarkable job of combinign the music heritages in interesting ways. http://tbeaptos.org

Borromeo String Quartet (w/ Richard Stoltzman)

Sunset Center San Carlos & 9th, carmel, CA, United States

The quartet plus one, a clarinet, will bring accomplished musicians together to play a wonderful program of music in the marvelous space that is the Sunset Center.  http://sunsetcenter.org

Dirty Cello

The Lab 3728 Barnyard Suite G-23, Carmel, CA, United States

With their distinctive take on popular music, substituting a cello for a guitar, this band is impressing a lot of locals with their sound and performances. Come see why at the Lab.http://thelabarts.com

Carolyn Chen & Pauline Gloss

Radius Gallery 1050 River St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

These artists are exploring the relations between emotion, its expression, and the music created during reflecting on those emotions. See the website for more detailed information. http://radius.gallery

Carolyn Chen & Pauline Gloss

Radius Gallery 1050 River St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

These artists are exploring the relations between emotion, its expression, and the music created during reflecting on those emotions. See the website for more detailed information. http://radius.gallery

Big Sur Forgers’ Festival

Big Sur River Inn 46840 Highway One, Big Sur, CA, United States

If you love learning about mushrooms, or just like eating them, this is the place to be. After the lessons about picking, cleaning, and cooking fungi on the previous days the Festival will feed you. Prepare for rampant deliciousness. http://bigsurforagersfestival.org

FotoSaga LookBooks Photo Exhibit

Carmel Visual Arts 3728 Barnyard Suite G23, Carmel BTS, United States

Not sure what is meant by the name but the exhibit represents the work of a group of women photographers, who after working together have created individual projects. Some compelling and whimsical images will be there for your appreciation. http://carmelvisualarts.com

Data & Democracy

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

As part of their series "Questions That Matter" the Kuumbwa Jazz Center they are addressing the big questions in our  technology oriented culture. How do we address issues like privacy and protection of data? What role do these large profit oriented companies play in our futures? These questions will be addressed in this stimulating evening […]

Champions of the Arts Gala

Hyatt Regency Spa and Resort 1 Old Golf Course Road, Monterey, CA, United States

Among the local musicians the name of Dottie Dodgion is quite familiar for all the best reasons. She is to be honored at this year's Gala. Along with the Latin Jazz Collective and aerialist, Erin Carey there will be lots of music and good food and you help local music and art programs. Everybody wins. http://arts4mc.org  […]