Al Franken

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

This is called "The only former US Senator on tour" Tour. After his careers as a writer/performer on SNL, standup comic, radio host, and US Senator, and (sort of) recovering from the scandal that caused his removal from the Senate Mr. Franken has restarted his standup career. You can see him and decide if he's […]

Little Feat (Waiting for Columbus Tour)

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

Yes, that band. Some may have thought that they were no longer in existence, let alone on tour, but here they are. With 12 albums and lots of tours, this is one very influential  group. Their songs have been sung by the royalty of American music. Part of their appeal is the eclectic nature of […]

Christmas on Main

Compass Church 1044 S. Main St., Salinas, CA, United States

For many years now the Compass Church (formerly !st Presbyterian) has hosted an elaborate show featuring performers with national recognition and their own talented members. This year the fun starts on the 10th of December. Three singers John Weinglass, Mario Jose, and Justin Gaudoin are the featured performers. Three shows in total, one on Saturday […]

Celtic Christmas (Tomaseen Foley’s)

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

Mr. Foley's inspiration is a farmhouse in rural Ireland. The neighbors and friends have gathered for an evening of story, song, and dance, maybe a "touch of the creature" for further inspiration. (You may have to ask a person of Irish descent about that.) If you'd like more details check out the website at http://www.riotheatre.com

Musical Legacy of Paul Simon

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

Guess who's music will be featured at this performance. (Art Garfunkel's well-known sometime partner.) Two duos will be singing and playing many of the remarkable number of songs that make up Simon's works.  At this venue, Kuumbwa, you will be up close and there isn't a bad seat in the house. This is a benefit […]

Bach’s Christmas Oratorio

Hard to separate this prolific composer and the Christmas season. So the group, I Cantori di Carmel decided to go with the flow. They will be presenting Bach's work for two evenings at the Carmel Mission Basilica. Go to http://www.icantori.org for details.

Stargazing With Dr. Perkins

El Gabilan Library N. Main St., Salinas, CA, United States

Wouldn't you like to know about all these great things happening in the sky, like meteor showers and eclipses? Want to ask someone who actually knows stuff? Stop by the El Gabilan Library in Salinas at 4:30 on the 13th and/or 14th and those pesky questions will be answered. Any details you need? Contact [email protected]

Stargazing with Dr. Perkins

El Gabilan Library N. Main St., Salinas, CA, United States

Wouldn't you like to know about all these great things happening in the sky, like meteor showers and eclipses? Want to ask someone who actually knows stuff? Stop by the El Gabilan Library in Salinas at 4:30 on the 13th and/or 14th and those pesky questions will be answered. Any details you need? Contact [email protected]

Cars & Coffee

Weather Tech Laguna Seca Raceway 1021 Monterey Salinas Highway, Salinas, CA, United States

Are you a fan of automobiles regardless of their age, brand, or style? Like to talk to the owners and get tips, stories etc? Here's a great idea. Wake up early on Saturday and come out to Laguna Seca Raceway between 8:00 and 10:00 and join the others (like-minded of course) and their vehicles. No […]

Toy Trains

Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History 705 Front St. , Santa Cruz, CA, United States

One of the long-time traditions of Christmas, or at least it is said to be, is the presence of toy trains in the home or especially around the tree. One rarely sees this in reality though. The Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History is making it easy for you to engage in train spotting. […]