Jackie Venson

Jade Lounge 2110 Fremont St., Monterey, CA, United States

A remarkable young musician, Ms. Venson comes to visit us with her band and her soulful voice and delivery of lots of songs from different genres. In an intimate environment full of good music, this will be a marvelous evening. http://thejadelounge.com

Dia de los Muertos @ El Teatro Campesino

El Teatro Campesino 705 Fourth St., San Juan Bautista, CA, United States

The renowned theater group is presenting their version of the Day of the Dead celebrations. There will be dancing, food, music, and a parade. Unfortunately all the indoor programs are sold out but the others, mentioned here, are still available.  For sure there will be many authentic and interesting interpretations of the traditions from Mexico. […]

Happy Hour @ Citricada Cantina

201 Main St. 201 Main St., Salinas, CA, United States

Salinas' downtown is undergoing a renaissance of a sort. This enterprise is a part of it. They have a looong Happy Hour (three hours) on Fridays and Saturdays and offer  some yummy appetizers etc. for the hungry ones in your group. http://201maincomplex.com

Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead)

Downtown San Juan Bautista San Juan Bautista, CA, United States

There will be many activities in San Juan, all celebrating the Mexican tradition of Dia de Los Muertos. There will be a party, a theatrical presentation, and an Open House put on by the many merchants of San Juan. So much to do. http://jardinesrestaurant.com or http://elteatrocampesino.com

Free First Friday @ Monterey Museum of Art

Monterey Museum of Art 559 Pacific St. , Monterey , CA, United States

Come on over to the Museum of Art. It's across the street from Colton Hall. You can meet the artists and the curators from the museum. Ask how decisions are made, admire their work, and get some culture vulture points. http://montereyart.org

Pacific Grove First Friday

Lighthouse Avenue lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA, United States

Like the name says, it is every First Friday. What changes is the nature of the activities and their focus. You get to come and see what is going on in the music and art scene in the area. All along Lighthouse and the adjacent streets. pacific Grove is filled with charming shops and businesses. […]

First Friday (Pacific Grove )

Downtown Pacific Grove Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA, United States

In the tradition of bringing folks to the center of town, Pacific Grove is rolling out the carpet for everyone. Come out and see the artists, musicians and interesting folks that make up America's Last Hometown. Info at 831-655-9775

Rubber Jellyfish

Carmel High School Highway One, Carmel By the Sea, CA, United States

An intriguing title isn't it? It's a film about a difficult reality, the problems with helium balloons and the damage they can cause by interrupting the feeding cycle of some already endangered animals in our oceans. The hosts are the student from Carmel High, they are presenting the film and a discussion afterward regarding the […]

San Lorenzo Valley Chili Cookoff

Felton Covered Bridge Park Felton, CA, United States

This is the sixth annual cook off. There will be eleven chefs competing and you get to be the judge. At least for one part, the people's choice. There will be much more there than just some chili. Music, booths, and fun to benefit the public libraries. So grab your antacids and get over there. http://santacruzpl.org

Walking Tour Point Sur Naval Facility

Point Sur Naval Facility Highway One, CA, United States

Now that we have less and less use for facilities like this, they have become points of interest to the curious and researchers. Come and see how we kept watch for threats from the West. Weekends through November. Maybe you too can see Russia from this remote place. http://pointsur.org