Big Sur Foragers’ Festival

Big Sur Lodge 47225 CA-1, Big Sur, United States

It's here once again, your guide to eating what you can find in the forest. Thankfully you have experienced people showing you what is edible and what is to be avoided. Check out their expertise before venturing out solo. More info can be found at https://www.bigsurforagersfestival.org

Big Sur Foragers Festival

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

After the rains and cooler weather the mushrooms make their appearance and very soon afterward the foragers appear. Now is your chance to seek, find, excavate, and eat these delightful morsels. And all you have to do is sign up and show your credit card. This is going to benefit the Big Sur Health Center […]

Point Sur Lighthouse Tours

Point Sur Lighthouse Highway One , CA, United States

After much time the tours are back. On Wednesdays and Saturdays the docents will walk you through this historic site. Through wars and storms the lighthouse and its staff took care of the sailors and their crafts. It lasts about three hours and involves some serious walking. Don't let that put you off it is […]

Fall Creek After Fire

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Yes, it's an odd title but descriptive. This is a tour of the CZU Lightning Complex with a naturalist. It will give the participants an up close view of the recovery efforts and,especially, the growth of the natural world after the fire's devastation. For details contact the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History at http://www.santacruzmuseum.org

Exploring Tide Pools

Santa Cruz Natural History Museum 1305 East Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

One good thing about the storms we've had lately is the effect they have on the shore's marine life. This month there will be tremendous difference between the low tides and the "king" tides. Just fantastic for lovers of tide pools and those who are new to the abundance of life in these crevices. Come […]

Lewis Black (Off the Rails)

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

In his latest tour Mr. black will take on some of the latest absurdities of modern life, be they political, social, or even dietary.  His career has garnered him many honors and he has contributed to many worthwhile causes. His rants can be loud and brusque but always funny and thoughtful. Details at http://www.riotheatre.com

Santa Cruz Harp Festival

Resource Center for Non-Violence 612 Ocean St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Another of those titles that says it all. There will be many types of harps played at this event. If there is anything to the characteristic depiction of heaven , this will be so similar. And there will be a harp "Petting Zoo" for those of us who can't resist touching one. Go to the […]

Tree Planting @ CSUMB campus

CSUMB University Center 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States

We all know how important trees are in our world. They give so much in beauty, shade, and oxygen. Yes, sometimes they are problems like breaking sidewalks etc. but on the CSUMB campus there is so much available space and so few sidewalks and streets. You can help by checking out this website https://docs.google.com/document/d/17vD8RhnTkNFYBJ_0Xgqgb-DwtZkageQtJ7Jcejk7yKU/edit and then […]

Monterey Bay Aquarium (Free Admission)

Monterey Bay Aquarium 886 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, United States

It's back! After the restrictions of the pandemic, one more fun activity is available. If you are a resident of Monterey, Santa Cruz, or San Benito counties you are eligible to come to the Aquarium for free. Just show an ID that proves your residency and you are in. But only this week, so hustle. […]

Point Sur Lighthouse Tours

Point Sur Lighthouse Highway One , CA, United States

After much time the tours are back. On Wednesdays and Saturdays the docents will walk you through this historic site. Through wars and storms the lighthouse and its staff took care of the sailors and their crafts. It lasts about three hours and involves some serious walking. Don't let that put you off it is […]