Harvey-Baker House

1st Mayor's House 20 Station Place, Salinas, CA, United States

Salinas' first mayor's home has been preserved and is available to the public. Knowledgeable docents are on hand to help you rediscover many interesting aspects of local history. But only on the first Saturday of each month. More info at http://www.firstmayorshouse.org

Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum

Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum Station Place, Salinas, CA, United States

The first weekend of each month these dedicated members of the museum open the door of their museum and share their collections and passion with the rest of us. Listen for the train whistle blown by their enthusiastic visitors through each day. Then you will know they are open. More info at http://www.msvrr.org

Fungus Faire

https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/santa-cruz-fungus-fair-2022-mycoblitz This is the place to be is you want more or better information about our fungus friends. It is a little different than their usual (pre COVID) events so check the website.  It is done via the internet. The normal info one might encounter here is all online. Happy Hunting.

Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum

Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum Station Place, Salinas, CA, United States

The first weekend of each month these dedicated members of the museum open the door of their museum and share their collections and passion with the rest of us. Listen for the train whistle blown by their enthusiastic visitors through each day. Then you will know they are open. More info at http://www.msvrr.org

Monterey SwingFest

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

time to bring out the dancing shoes and prepare to wear them out.  Four days of dance and lively entertainment are coming to town in the form of the Swing Fest. Professionals, teachers, and newbies will be there doing what dancers do. For more info check out https://www.seemonterey.com/events/art-festivals/swingfest/ and you will not be sorry.

Judy Collins

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

One of the more accomplished singers of her time, Ms. Collins has an impressive repertoire of songs to engage her audience. However, in this concert she is featuring many songs from her recent album, "Spellbound". It is a personal reflection on her life and times. In the presence of this wonderful performer and storyteller it […]

Bretano Quartet with Dawn Upshaw

Carmel Sunset Center

What a pairing! This accalaimed musical ensemble and one of the best living sopranos. Ms Upshaw has shown her talent in recording and performance in a variety of genres. The other musicians have been working together for decades. On a tight music budget? This is the one to see. More essential info at http://www.sunsetcenter.org

Flock of Seagulls

Golden State Theater 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, United States

They ran so far away and found themselves in Monterey.  Get it? Come on out and get a blast of that 80's energy from a well known group. This song and so much more in store for you. There are  more details at https://www.goldenstatetheatre.com

MLK March for the dream

Santa Cruz Civic Center Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Gathering at the Santa Cruz Civic Center and returning there for the day's remaining events, this march reminds us of the legacy of Dr. King and the importance of his message. For more details got to http://www.naacpsantacruz.com

Meg Howrey (Author Talk)

Bookworks 667 Lighthouse Ave., pacific grove, CA, United States

The author of the novel "They're Going to Love You", Meg Howrey is appearing at Bookworks in Pacific Grove. Sponsored by the literary group To the Lighthouse see their website for more details.   She is a former dancer and author of several other well-received books. Check it out. http://www.tothelighthouse.net/events.