Soul of CA

El Grito
2017-09-16 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | E. Alisal St., Many Blocks, Salinas, CA, 93905, 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 activities in the middle of East Alisal St. It’s fun, come on down!

Old Town Farmers' Market
2017-09-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Old Town Farmers’ Market, Main and Gabilan Sts. , Salinas , CA, United States
A weekly gathering of local farmers and merchants selling fresh produce, freshly prepared foods, and local businesses offering interesting items for sale. As the seasons change so so does the selection of food as well as the merchandise for sale. Come down and see what’s new.

Sandcastle Building Day
2017-09-16 08:00 - 17:00 | Carmel Beach, 10th St., Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States
This is it. The day when very talented and artistic folk descend on the beach at the foot of Ocean Avenue and build the most extravagant and amazing things out of sand. Prepare to be astounded.

Leann Rimes
2017-09-15 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The noted and popular country singer is in town to share some of her popular tunes and introduce some news ones. If you enjoy the entertaining and insightful aspects of country western music this one’s for you.

Family Movie Series
2017-09-15 19:30 - 22:00 | Esplanade Park, 100 Monterey Ave. , Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
For the last several weeks, as summer faded away, the city of Capitola presented movies in the park. This is the last one this year. They start at 7:30 (or dusk). Bring a lowbacked chair and something to nibble on, or eat beforehand. This week’s selection is “Moana”. Set in the South Sea islands it is a young woman’s search for help for her people.

Monterey Jazz Festival
2017-09-15 17:00 - 2017-09-17 22:00 | Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
This is the grandaddy of West Coast Jazz. If one wants to know what’s going on in the jazz and jazz influenced music worlds then this is the place to visit for the duration of the festival. Too many big names will be in attendance and LOTS of lesser-known but very talented people will be featured on the many stages throughout the fairgrounds. If you attend you will be entertained and hear great music. Day pass or the whole festival, either way is the key to enjoyment.

Memorial Hospital Farmers'Market
2017-09-15 13:30 - 17:30 | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States

Big Read (Crash)
2017-09-15 13:00 - 15:00 | King City Library, King City, 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 America. This presentation of the award winning movie “Crash” that dealt with racial tensions in Los Angeles.

Music in the Plaza
2017-09-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Watsonville town square, Watsonville, CA, United States
Downtown Watsonville hosts musical evenings on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays through September 14. Each night features a different genre of music. This week’s genre is jazz and the featured band will be the 7th Street Band.

Martial Artists and Acrobats
2017-09-13 20:00 - 22:00 | World Theater CSUMB, 5260 6th Ave., Seaside, CA, 93955, United States
Straight from Tianjin in the People’s Republic of China this troupe is more than 100 dancers, acrobats, and martial artists. They are going to put on a fabulous performance, incorporating all those physical skills. Prepare to be amazed.

Big Read (Justice for communities of color)
2017-09-13 17:30 - 19:00 | Steinbeck Center, National Steinbeck Center, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
This is one of 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 America. This presentation is by two local women who have been working on similar issues for many years and have built careers in response to their experiences.

Golden Gate Austin Healey Collectors Club Show
2017-09-12 10:00 - 15:00 | Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA, United States
If you like Austin Healey vehicles or just classic English motorcars, come on down and check this out. Interesting gear heads with (just a little) eccentricity added. This is a fiftieth anniversary gathering and will feature cars form 1953 through 1967.

Monterey Farmers Market
2017-09-11 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States
The Old Monterey Farmers Market, established in 1991, comprises of 3 ½ city blocks and runs year-round rain or shine. During the summer it’s the largest gathering of people in Monterey County, attracting more that 10,000 locals and tourists in one location. You can travel the world in just three blocks, finding arts and crafts, handmade jewelry, furniture, clothing, international food, organic produce, flowers, and pastries.
Our produce vendors come from all over California, from Salinas and Watsonville, to Fresno and Sacramento, selling Certified and Organic Certified produce.
Arts and crafts vendors come from around the world, selling treasures from Africa, Colombia, Mexico, Russia, Japan, China, and Yugoslavia, just to name a few.
Our food vendors also serve up delicacies that are as international as our products serving up Indian, Japanese, Korean, Mexican, Mediterranean, and BBQ delicacies. In our Baker’s Alley you can find fresh pastries like baklava, European breads, cookies, muffins, pies, and cakes.
In addition to the products and food we offer, the Old Monterey Farmers Market also includes a variety of community events. You can donate blood through C.H.O.M.P., adopt a dog from the SPCA,register to vote, and enjoy live music from local musicians.

Wildlife and Nature Hike
2017-09-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Rancho Del Oso, CA, United States
Join naturalists from Rancho Del Oso and learn lots about the local natural world while getting some fresh air and exercise. Watch out for the poison oak! Three separate dates so you can choose which is best for you; or go to all three.

Eight Steps to a Conscious Life
2017-09-11 09:00 - 11:00 | Hartnell College, 411 Central Ave., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Conducted by bhava ram this seminar is aimed at raising the participants awareness of the effects of stress in their lives and, importantly, how to reduce them in our busy, complicated lives.
