Pasta Mia Winemaker Dinner

Pasta Mia 1562 Constitution Blvd., Salinas, CA, United States

A bold step for a Salinas restaurant, Chef Arranda is creating a special menu and apired its elements wiht wines from respected winery, Morgan Vineyards. Check out the menu at their website, it looks delectable. http://pastamiasalinas.com

Sweet Jazz

Embassy Suites Monterey Bay 1441 Canyon Del Rey, Seaside, CA, United States

Embassy Suites hosts local jazz musicians and they in turn host a rotating list of other musicians. The upshot for you is that you get to hear good music played well at the best possible cost. Sundays from 1 to 4 through the end of the year.

Asilomar Wild Flower Walk

Asilomar Conference Center 800 Asilomar Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, United States

Looking for a fun, educational way to spend some time in a beautiful setting? Here's your answer. Walk around Asilomar with a naturalist and learn about the efforts to restore the plant life around the beach and through the park. See the greenhouse, meet the people making Asilomar the gem that it is. Register for […]

Hartnell Community Chorus

Church of the Wayfarer 7th and Lincoln , Carmel , CA, United States

An inspiring program of religious and secular music presented by the magical voices of the Community Chorus. Taking place in the Church of the Wayfarer, well known to have wonderful acoustics, this will be an enjoyable way to take in some fine music in Carmel. http://churchofthewayfarer.com

Sofia Talvik

Barmel San Carlos between 7th and Ocean, Carmel , CA, United States

This is billed as American Folk with Swedish roots. Ms. Talvik is described as having a voice reminiscent of the Laurel Canyon sound of Joni Mitchell and other singers of that era. She has opened for many well-known acts and is touring in support of her eighth recording. Why not come out and see for […]

Joy of Censorship

Henry Miller Library 48603 Highway One, Big Sur, CA, United States

Comedian Joe Raiola presents his acclaimed work, The Joy of Censorship. It follows the efforts of the government to censor the work of Mad Magazine and William Gaines, its publisher. Sure to be an interesting evening especially for the magazine's fans. http://henrymiller.org

Brewery Tours

Peter B's Brew Pub Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA, United States

Every second Tuesday Peter B's Pub and restaurant treats it customers to a tour of the works that make their wonderful elixirs. Come by and see how it's done. http://portolahotel.com

Summer Tours @ John Steinbeck House

Take a tour through the boyhood home of Mr. Steinbeck, our most famous son. Especially for this year the upstairs rooms will be available also. Come by and tour with a knowledgeable docent then stay for lunch and a visit to the gift shop. Tours begin at 11 and 12 and 1. Latecomers can be […]

Nigel Armstrong and Friends

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

Mr. Armstrong is the Concertmaster of the Santa Cruz Symphony. Don't let that lead you to hasty conclusion about his music. He also enjoys other forms of music. This is an evening of fiddle music with Mr. Armstrong and many of his friends. Talent will abound. http://snazzyproductions.com

East Coast Swing

Palomar Ballroom 1344 Pacific Ave., SAnta Cruz, CA, United States

Wednesdays at the Palomar Ballroom you can trip the light fantastic in the East Coast Swing style. Lessons for beginning and intermediate dancers are available and then it is dancing for everyone. There are two fees for participation, one for dancing and party and the other for just dancing. Check the website for details. http://palomarballroom.com  For […]