Steinbeck Festival

Steinbeck Center National Steinbeck Center, Salinas, CA, United States

For 38 years they have been celebrating the literary legacy of Salinas' best known resident. Pop in and learn lots of things about him and his works. Walking tours and lectures are available. You will enjoy yourself and learn a lot. http://steinbeck.org

Monterey Amberjacks (baseball)

Sollecito Baseball Park 777 Pearl St., Monterey, CA, United States

Yes, there is local baseball. These hard working youngsters play hard in an independent minor league. Their enthusiasm and enjoyment of the game for its own sake are inspiring. Come out and enjoy a baseball game with hot dogs, beer, soda, and fun.  http://montereyamberjacks.com

Jazz Friday

Wild Fish 545 Lighthouse Dr., Pacific Grove, CA, United States

The folks at Wild Fish Restaurant are making their early evening diners a little happier. They are featuring local jazz talent, and there is a lot of that, at their site and inviting you to come in taste, enjoy, and listen. Only on Fridays though. Check the website for more info. http://wild-fish.com

Salsa Dancing

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

Fridays at the Palomar Ballroom you can trip the light fantastic in the Salsa 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 you […]

Early Days @ San Juan Bautista

Downtown San Juan Bautista San Juan Bautista, CA, United States

The State Historic Park is giving you a chance to see what it looked like when San Juan Bautista was a brand new town and mission. Costumed docents, storytellers and much more is there for your enjoyment and maybe there will be some new insight about California history.  http://www.parks.ca.gov

Bug Walk (Earthbound Farm)

Earth Bound Farms 7250 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, United States

You've wondered how those organic farms do their work without chemicals etc, haven't you? Here's a chance to find out what they do. Interestingly, it involves bugs. Come see and help with the distribution of Ladybird Beetles (Ladybugs) and learn a lot also. [email protected]

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 […]

SpectorDance Spring Performance

Spector Dance Studio 3343 Paul Davis Dr., Marina, CA, United States

For their Spring performance the Spector Dance folks are performing Beatrix Potter's wonderful, whimsical stories. Rabbits, Squirrels, and other woodland creatures people the stories of Ms. Potter and the dancers have a great time presenting them. Also, they will be dancing selections from "Sleeping Beauty". http://spectordance.org

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 Tide Pool Walk

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

There is so much to see in a tide pool, yet so many people look right past them. Now you have a chance to have a real pro help you recognize and protect these beautiful mini-worlds.  Meet at the northern end of Asilomar Beach. There are a number of tide pools there.  http://parks.ca.gov