Soul of CA

Seaside Artist Tours
2022-08-31 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
There is more than one artist community in our area. Seaside is one of those places. Different artists present their art at their homes and studios. Different media including sculpting, oils, acrylics, and mixed media. Maps and details available at http://www.ci.seaside.ca.us

Monterey County Fair
2022-09-01 - 2022-09-05 | Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Wool meet Ewe at the Fair. Not misspelled, that’s the theme. You may be familiar with the whole county fair scheme, lots of rides, food, entertainment, animals and “best of” contests. The reason to come here is that it is Monterey County and we have the bounty of our area to show off. All the info, times, events are available at http://montereycountyfair.com

Farmers Market Carmel 6th & Mission (Thursdays)
2022-09-01 08:00 - 17:00 | CA
Our area is filled with wonderful produce, great people who grow it, and great things that they make from that produce. Here you have a chance to enjoy that bounty straight from the grower and creator. Lots of fresh food, prepared food, retail items, and the opportunity to meet the people that make it happen. More details at http://www.montereycfb.com

Monterey County Fair
2022-09-01 10:00 - 2022-09-05 21:00 | Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
It’s back! Our celebration of the agriculture and people of Monterey County is returning and as much fun as ever. Food, drink, games, rides, animals, and lots of award-winning creations. Come down, enjoy some fair food, check out the barns, and bring the family. More details, especially the lineup of entertainment, available at:
Monterey County Fair & Event Center

Farmers Market Soledad (Thursdays)
2022-09-01 16:00 - 20:00 | Soledad, 100 Block, Soledad, CA, United States
This time of year the local farmers markets are displaying even more than usual of the rich bounty of our area. Fruits, vegetables and more are available. Booths offering prepared food and retail items also abound. Come out and check out the sights and sounds, maybe see some friends there too.

El Mercado Salinas Sports Complex (Fridays)
2022-09-02 16:00 - 21:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States

Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Open House
2022-09-03 08:00 - 2022-09-04 17:00 | Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum, Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
If you love trains or know someone who loves trains, this is the place for you (or that person). The first weekend of each month the dedicated volunteers at the museum open the doors of their exceptional diorama/ train exhibit and answer questions about it and the local railroad history. These are some knowledgeable folks and can probably answer those pesky questions. Listen for the Train whistle in downtown Salinas and then you’ll know it’s open. http://www.msvrr.org for more options.

Farmers Market
2022-09-03 09:00 - 14:00 | Salinas City Center, Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Harvey-Baker House (First Mayor's House)
2022-09-03 10:00 - 15:00 | Harvey-Baker House, Heritage Park, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Part of the new Heritage Park in Salinas is the Harvey-Baker House. It is the home of the first mayor of Salinas and one of the first residences built in the city proper. Friendly and knowledgeable docents will guide you through a trip into the early days of Salinas and California’s transition into the United States.

Railroad Museum Open House
2022-09-03 10:00 - 2022-09-04 17:00 | Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum, Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
The first weekend of each month the Monterey and Salinas Valley Railroad Museum opens to the public. Check out their elaborate setup of the historic rail lines through our valley and the actual “rolling stock” on display. The folks there are knowledgeable and friendly and love sharing their passion.

Regional Heritage Center Grand Opening
2022-09-03 11:00 - 17:00 | Heritage Park, Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
It’s here! The opening, officially, of the California Welcome Center and Regional Heritage Center. Our displays, maps, and information will be formally available to you and the community. You are invited to come to Station Place and the Heritage Park to take a dive into the story of our valley and environs.

Monterey Bay Oktoberfest
2022-09-03 12:00 - 18:00 | The Barnyard, Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States
Back at the Barnyard this annual celebration brings the spirit of Oktoberfest to the Central Coast. You probably know that the whole thing centers around the consumption of food and drink. And that it’s pointless to mention that it isn’t October, but that matters very little. The point is fun and games. There will be everything you need. Music, dancing, Miss Oktoberfest, and food. Does it go without saying that there will be beer?

Farmers Market Marina (Sundays)
2022-09-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina

John Steinbeck House Tour
2022-09-04 11:00 - 14:00 | John Steinbeck House, 132 Central Ave., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Maybe you have wanted to check out Steinbeck’s childhood home. Here’s your chance to get to some of the previously closed parts of the home. Of special interest to many is the author’s childhood bedroom.

Steinbeck House Tours
2022-09-04 11:00 - 14:00 | John Steinbeck House, 132 Central Ave., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
This weekend is the end of the summer tours at the Steinbeck House in Salinas. In order to see the author’s boyhood home and the place where all that creativity began. Tours begin at 11 and delicious food is also available. More info at http://www.steinbeckhouse.com

Monterey County Pops
2022-09-04 14:00 - 17:00 | Closter Park, Salinas, CA, 93906, United States
Labor Day Concert at Closter Park will be a grand day out. The schedule of pieces is patriotic and interesting and includes such music as “Bohemian Rhaposody”. Come on out and see for yourself. More info at http://www.montereycountypops.org

Farmers Market Downtown Monterey (Tuesdays)
2022-09-05 08:00 - 17:00 | CA

Farmers Market Pacific Grove Central Ave. (Mondays)
2022-09-05 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States

Farmers Market Barnyard Shopping Center (Tuesdays)
2022-09-06 09:00 - 13:00 | The Barnyard, Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

Farmers Market Pacific Grove (Mondays)
2022-09-06 15:00 - 19:00 | CA

Farmers Market Carmel (Barnyard, Tuesdays)
2022-09-07 08:00 - 17:00 | Carmel, Carmel, CA, United States

Farmers Market Natividad Hospital (Wednesdays)
2022-09-07 11:00 - 15:30 | Natividad Hospital, E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, United States

Farmers Market E. Alisal (Tuesdays)
2022-09-07 11:00 - 16:00 | WIC Office, 632 E. Alisal St., Salinas, CA, United States

El Mercado Salinas Sports Complex (Wednesdays)
2022-09-07 16:00 - 21:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States
As the growing season continues and the variety of produce changes it’s a good idea to come out and see what’s new at the stands. Autumn is around the corner and new fruits and vegetables are ripening. In addition, there are food stands and retail items to be had directly from the makers. This time of year the weather is often just lovely also. Check out http://www.montereycfb.com if this date doesn’t work for you, there are many other farmers markets in the area.

Arms and the Man
2022-09-07 19:00 - 2022-10-02 22:00 | Colligan Theatre at Tannery Arts Center, 1010 River St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Over 100 years ago George Bernard Shaw wrote this play about the conflict between the glory and reality of war. What will we choose? You can see the heroine’s conflict worked out before you, on stage. The Colligan Theatre is presenting it in Santa Cruz through October 2. http://www.jeweltheatre.net will get you more info.

Farmers Market Carmel 6th & Mission (Thursdays)
2022-09-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel, Carmel, CA, United States

Farmers Market Soledad Front St. (Thursdays)
2022-09-08 16:00 - 18:00 | Soledad, 100 Block, Soledad, CA, United States

Farmers Market King City (Wednesdays)
2022-09-08 16:00 - 19:00 | King City, Broadway (downtown), King City, CA, United States

Firestone Grand Prix
2022-09-09 - 2022-09-11 | Weather Tech Laguna Seca Raceway, 1021 Monterey Salinas Highway, Salinas, CA, United States
This time at Laguna Seca it is the Indy cars. Not only these great machines and drivers, but it is the end of the Indy race season and this is the final competition. That means the winner of this year’s series will be “crowned” if that’s the right term for someone wearing a substantial helmet already. Lots of speed and maneuvering through the twists and curves of the track. Not like Indy where they just go left all the time.
More details available at http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/government-links/track-calendar

Farmers Market Watsonville (Fridays)
2022-09-09 08:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Watsonville, Downtown Plaza, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
