El Grito

E. Alisal St. Many Blocks, Salinas, CA, United States

This is the celebration of the beginning of the revolution in Mexico that began with Padre Hidalgo calling for the members of his community to defy the government and eventually brought it down. It is a street fair in East Salinas that brings thousands of people out to enjoy music, dancing, food and myriad other […]

El Grito

E. Alisal St. Many Blocks, Salinas, CA, United States

This is the celebration of the beginning of the revolution in Mexico that began with Padre Hidalgo calling for the members of his community to defy the government and eventually brought it down. It is a street fair in East Salinas that brings thousands of people out to enjoy music, dancing, food and myriad other […]

Renaissance Faire

Casa de Fruta 10011 Pacheco Pass Road, Hollister, CA, United States

Huzzah! That's what you say when you are happy or surprised at the Renaissance Fair(e).  So many things to see and do and eat that one can't list them all here. Every weekend from September 16th through October 15 brings lively entertainment, colorful costumes,and old time fun. You can join the fun by wearing a […]

Renaissance Faire

Casa de Fruta 10011 Pacheco Pass Road, Hollister, CA, United States

Huzzah! That's what you say when you are happy or surprised at the Renaissance Fair(e).  So many things to see and do and eat that one can't list them all here. Every weekend from September 16th through October 15 brings lively entertainment, colorful costumes,and old time fun. You can join the fun by wearing a […]

Pajaro Valley in the Mexican Era

184 Old Adobe Rd., Watsonville, CA, United States

Learn about a fascinating piece of California and local history. Los Californios and their culture, unique in many ways, were not really Spanish and not really Mexican but an interesting derivative, created from their local needs and the incredible distances from other European influences.

Pajaro Valley in the Mexican Era

184 Old Adobe Rd., Watsonville, CA, United States

Learn about a fascinating piece of California and local history. Los Californios and their culture, unique in many ways, were not really Spanish and not really Mexican but an interesting derivative, created from their local needs and the incredible distances from other European influences.

Oktoberfest

The Barnyard Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

At The Barnyard, at the mouth of the Carmel Valley, where Monterey County looks most Bavarian, Nargis Lengacher began celebrating the festival of Oktoberfest seven years ago. Now they have a well established festival and lots of entertainment, food, and fun Bavarian-style. The proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society so that any overindulgence is for […]

Oktoberfest

The Barnyard Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

At The Barnyard, at the mouth of the Carmel Valley, where Monterey County looks most Bavarian, Nargis Lengacher began celebrating the festival of Oktoberfest seven years ago. Now they have a well established festival and lots of entertainment, food, and fun Bavarian-style. The proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society so that any overindulgence is for […]

Big Read (Fences)

Monterey Public Library 625 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA, United States

This is a series of activities and art exhibits, showings, and activities around the reading of a single book by the people of Monterey County.  This year's selection is "Citizen" a collection of poetry presented in an innovative way. It deals with the realities of being a member of a community of color in modern […]

Big Read (Fences)

Monterey Public Library 625 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA, United States

This is a series of activities and art exhibits, showings, and activities around the reading of a single book by the people of Monterey County.  This year's selection is "Citizen" a collection of poetry presented in an innovative way. It deals with the realities of being a member of a community of color in modern […]