If you have not seen Ms. Poundstone live you have missed a lively and interesting comedian. She has a lot of fun with her audience and everyone leaves laughing. http://riotheatre.com

The Monterey County Symphony is presenting pieces inspired by our large natural resource to the west. Yes, the ocean. Debussy, Mendelssohn, and others have written beautiful music on the theme of water and oceans. Catch it. http://sunsetcenter.org

Sovino's Wine Bar holds a bingo game using wine knowledge. They also serve tasty wine. Why not combine your knowledge, such as it is, and their wine? Chances are you will have a good time. http://sovinowinebar.com

The Weathertech Laguna Seca track is 2.5 miles long, filled with curves and interesting challenges for auto racers. It's also a challenge for bicyclists. Just imagine riding your bike through the legendary Corkscrew. In the evening as it gets a little cooler and the light becomes more interesting, what an experience. Once a month on […]

This is a lecture but with a delightful twist; there will also be tasting. Just in case you weren't sure what dark chocolate is. Dr. Brian Ellinroy will be telling us why we should eat dark chocolate and what things to look (and taste) for when selecting this marvelous taste sensation. Do you really need […]

This trio plays a lot of interesting and fun music. Primarily jazz, folk, and pop melodies and in a lively and interesting venue. Great way to begin an evening. http://folktaleswinery.com

It's a celebration of films that in turn celebrate the great outdoors. Banff is definitely a great place to focus one's outdoor film festival. Almost as wonderful as Monterey County. The films shown will show the grandeur and fragility of our world's physical marvels. Check the website for titles and times.  http://recreation.ucsc.edu

Local attorney and philanthropist, Thomas Worthington and his wife, Karen have hosted international musicians in their home with the intent of benefiting local charities for five years. This is no exception. For three evenings they will give the community a chance to hear great music and support most worthy organizations. Call or see the website […]

If you attended the lecture on the benefits of dark chocolate, then you are well prepared for this experience. If you haven't, well then, just enjoy the chocolate and wine while benefiting the public library of Monterey. It is the oldest public library in California. http://mplfriends.com/event

Ready for a night of lively music? Want to shake many body parts? Here's the band and the place.  This is the place to see a band like this one. http://sunsettheater.org