Soul of CA

Concerts at the Beach (Starship)
2018-08-24 18:30 - 23:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 400 Beach St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States
The Santa Cruz Boardwalk hosts many fun things in the summer. This year is no exception. Movies and bands are presented right there on the beach next to the boardwalk itself. Check the website for more details. http://beachboardwalk.com
This week’s concert features Starship featuring Mickey Thomas. They will be performing some of the songs you remember from their heyday as Jefferson Airplane.

Triassic Parq
2018-08-24 20:00 - 22:00 | Paper Wing Theater, 71 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Wouldn’t you really like to know the dinosaurs’ point of view regarding the happenings at Jurassic Park? Here’s a chance to broaden your experiences. Done as a musical and presenting the dinosaur (T-Rex) in gender transition, it promises to be unlike other theatrical presentations.

Comedy Night
2018-08-24 22:00 - 23:30 | Fernwood Tavern, 47200 Highway One, Big Sur, CA, United States
They promise a special guest whose identity remains a mystery. But before that person emerges, the show is Jessimae Pelusso. She has made appearances on several TV shows and specials. http://fernwoodbigsur.com

Concours D' Lemons
2018-08-25 08:00 - 13:30 | seaside City Hall, 400 Harcourt Ave., Seaside, CA, 93955, United States
The most fun of any of the wonderful car shows during this week of all things automotive. This gathering of gearheads gives awards like, Swedish Meatball, Most Dangerous, etc. You get the idea. http://24hoursoflemons.com

Walk in the Redwoods
2018-08-25 14:00 - 15:00, 2018-08-26 13:00 - 14:00 | Henry Cowell State Park, 101 Big Trees Rd., Felton, CA, United States
At Henry Cowell Redwood State Park a naturalist will take you through the big trees and inform you about the many subtle aspects of these magnificent examples of adaptation. Questions will be answered and knowledge gained, if nothing else you will be awed. Really. http://parks.ca.gov

Evenings By The Bay (Monterey Bay Aquarium)
2018-08-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Monterey Bay Aquarium, 886 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
On Saturday evenings the Aquarium is offering special opportunities to see their exhibits in a whole new “light”. Twilight. Come by in the evening, after 6:00, and see the aquarium while things are calmer and quieter. In addition, there will be food and drink offered for your enjoyment. You will be allowed to walk around while eating and drinking and listening to music provided by the best of local musicians. Jazz, blues, light rock, and soul will be offered. Perhaps the animals will exhibit some dancing skills. http://montereybayaquarium.org

Black Uhuru
2018-08-25 21:00 - 23:30 | Casa Sorrento, 393 Salinas St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
If you paid attention to reggae music in the 70’s you know this group. If not, come find out why they won a Grammy Award. In the intimate surroundings of Casa Sorrento they will be making sure the house is rocking with reggae, both old and new. http://casasorrento.com

Carolyn Sills Band
2018-08-25 22:00 - 23:30 | Fernwood Tavern, 47200 Highway One, Big Sur, CA, United States
Fernwood continues to bring the best of bands to their Big Sur location. This one is award-winning Carolyn Sills and her band, filled with other talented musicians. info@fernwoodbigsur.com

Aromas Day
2018-08-26 07:00 - 18:00 | Aromas, Aromas, CA, United States
Yes, there is a place called Aromas and they take great pride in their community. So much that they celebrate its very existence. Come and have a day of music, games, kid’s activities, food, and a car show. There are also vendors selling delightful items like Aromas shirts. What will the folks back home say when they see your Aromas T-shirt? http://aromasday.com

Rancho Cielo Family Fun Day
2018-08-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Rancho Cielo Youth Campus, 710 Old stage Road, Salinas, CA, 93907, United States
Out on the outskirts of Salinas there is a remarkable place, dedicated to helping the youth of Monterey county get their lives back on a positive path. This celebration is dedicated to letting the rest of the community in on the wonderful things they do out there. There will be lots of fun activities, face painting, foot races, fishing, and much more. http://ranchocielo.org

48th International Festival
2018-08-26 11:00 - 17:00 | St. Francis Xavier Church, 1475 La Salle St., Seaside, CA, 93955, United States
For very long time the parish of St. Francis Xavier has held their International Festival, celebrating the diversity of their surrounding community. This year is no different. Come by and enjoy the food, performances, and cultural information available. http://www.stfxavier.org

Live Jazz (East Village Coffee Lounge)
2018-08-26 16:00 - 18:30 | East Village Coffee Lounge, 498 Washington St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Every Sunday through the rest of the year this coffehouse will be presenting live jazz music. The best of local jazz performers will be doing what they do best. Come in for a lovely late afternoon espresso and music.

Santa Cruz Chef's Dinner
2018-08-26 18:00 - 2018-09-13 19:30 | Holy Cross Church, 126 High St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95026, United States
Benefiting the many organizations that do good and especially the Holy Cross Church these chefs from the area get together and prepare wonderful food for your enjoyment. You’e got to eat. Why wouldn’t you come out and enjoy a good meal that does so much good? http://holycrosssantacruz.com

Monday Night at the Museum
2018-08-27 15:00 - 19:00 | Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, 165 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Each Monday, in conjunction with the Farmers Market in front, the Pacific grove Museum has special hours. You can bring a picnic and dine in the lovely garden behind the museum or buy something scrumptious at the market out front. A glass of wine is also available for a donation of $5. All the exhibits are also open and available for your enjoyment and education.
