Soul of CA

Salinas Valley Pride Celebration
2022-10-15 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Central Park (Salinas), Central Ave., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
For 12 years the LGBTQ+ community has been celebrating the unique and wonderful aspects of their lives. This year the party is at Central Park in Salinas from 11-4. Lots of fun, drag show, music, song, and more are in store. http://www.salinasvalleypride.com for more details.

Monterey County Artists' Tour
2022-10-15 11:00 - 2022-10-16 17:00 | CA
Through the county there are over 100 artists coming together to show you their works. There will be 75 studios open to the public on two successive weekends in October (the 8th & 9th and 15th & 16th). Different media are presented depending on the artist’s preferred medium. Examples and information are available at http://www.ArtsHabitat.org or bit.ly/mcast2022

Monterey Beer Festival
2022-10-15 12:30 - 17:00 | Monterey County Fair and Event Center, 2004 Fairground Rd,, Monterey Road, 93940, United States
Not surprisingly, there are many local brewers and crafters of beer in the area. A lot of them are very good. A lot of those brewers have celebrated the making of grains by gathering and swapping recipes, stories and lies. Now you can be part of this too. Come to the Monterey Fairgrounds and be part of the fun. Lots of good beer, food and entertainment. Not quite a Bavarian Oktoberfest, but a California version.
http://www.whatsupmonterey.com for more details.

Haunted Mine Tour
2022-10-15 18:00 - 2022-10-16 21:30, 2022-10-22 08:00 - 2022-10-23 17:00 | Monterey Fairgrounds, Monterey , CA, 93940, United States
What better way to get ready for Halloween than scaring the heck out of yourself in a dark room? Here’s a great opportunity for just that. At the Monterey County Fairgrounds they are sponsoring a Haunted Mine filled with dead miners and, we suppose, their canaries. From 6:00 until 9:30 each of the four last weekends in October. For more info cal 831-633-2465 or info @artichokefestival.org

Dancing in the Streets (Music of Motown)
2022-10-15 19:00 - 21:00 | UCSC Mainstage, 1156 High St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95064, United States
Award winning performer Chester Gregory will be performing some of the music that made Detroit famous. It’s a safe bet that there will be some dancing in the aisles for sure. Info about the event and COVID restrictions available at http://www.slugstrong.ucsc.edu

Army Of Darkness (viewing) with Bruce Campbell
2022-10-15 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
It’s a screening of the cult classic with the star of the movie, Mr Campbell.
Appearing at Golden State Theatre in Downtown Monterey go to http://www.goldenstatetheatre.com for details.

Evicshen
2022-10-15 20:30 - 22:30 | indexical, 1050 River St. #119, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
This artist explores expansive, innovative ways to make music using metals, even her own body. She has created special fingernail covers so that she may play all the tracks on an album side. Now she has come to town and will share these interesting insights and methods with us. If this sounds confusing, check out her website, that will help. Here it is http://www.evicshen.com Enjoy!

Farmers Market Carmel Valley Community Center (Sundays 10-20
2022-10-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States
Although the season is drawing to a close in many areas, because of our mild climate our season continues. Many items change but there is still a wonderful selection of the veggies that thrive in fall, as well as many apples and other fruits. The local growers and their families will be glad to see you. If this market doesn’t meet your needs for time and place check out http://www.montereycfb.com

Greenfield is 75 !
2022-10-16 11:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Greenfield, Greenfield, CA, United States
And they are celebrating. For nearly the whole day the city is parading, feasting, dancing and having a blast. Local groups, schools and bands are rocking out through town. Come down to South County and see how they do it. Ain’t no party like a SoMoCo party!

Re-enacting History (California's Constitution)
2022-10-16 14:00 - 16:00 | Colton Hall, 570 Pacific St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Over 170 years ago a group came together to create the state of California’s Constitution. They worked for weeks during October at this important document. The actors and historians will be presenting their effort from 2:00 until 4:00 on October 16th. More info available at http://www.museumpt@monterey,org

Gunhild Carling
2022-10-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Paper Wing Theater, 71 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
WHO? That is a typical response to those who haven’t seen her YouTube videos on Post Modern Jukebox. She’s the one who plays blues on the bagpipe. Regardless of your opinion of that, you must admit that she is talented. About a dozen more instruments, singing and dancing are among her other talents. The Paperwing Theater is bringing her to their theater in New Monterey. more details at their website http://www.paperwing.com

Farmers Market Pacific Grove (Mondays 3-7)
2022-10-17 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States

Farmers Market Barnyard (Tuesdays 9-1)
2022-10-18 09:00 - 13:00 | The Barnyard, Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

Dance Party
2022-10-19 08:00 - 17:00 | CA
Big night for dance and music. Featuring the Money Band, local standbys for entertainment and a newer band, the 831 All-Stars made up of veteran musicians. Put on those dancin’ shoes at to Salinas’ City Center. Details at http://www.foxtheatersalinas.com

Marquis Hill (New Gospel Revisited)
2022-10-19 08:00 - 17:00 | CA
Mr. Hill envisions much of American music as coming from the same tree, just different branches, particularly when considering the influence of African -American experience. After being recognized by the Thelonius Monk Institute of Jazz as a talent to be dealt with, Mr Hill’s career has taken off. His talent has allowed him to expand his sound to include much of American music regardless of genre. More info on the date is available at http://www.kuumbwajazz.org

Mindful Birding
2022-10-19 09:00 - 12:00 | Natividad Creek Park, 1395 Nogal Dr. , Salinas , CA, 93905, United States
Whether you are a newbie or have been birding for decades this is the place to be. During the fall migration Natividad Creek Park turns into a real bird sighting location. Local experts will be on hand to answer questions and inform. The emphasis is on Mindful observation and attention.

Salinas Job Fair
2022-10-19 11:00 - 14:00 | Virtual forum
Looking for something different? Or just frustrated by the job hunt process? Here’s an alternative, an on-line job fair. So you can avoid the traffic and expense of driving to numerous sites. Get an interview on the spot. Maybe even an offer. More details at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/salinas-job-fair-salinas-career-fair-tickets-325345696737?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Farmers Market King City (Wednesdays 4-7)
2022-10-19 16:00 - 19:00 | CA

Farmers Market Carmel 6th & Mission (Thursdays 10-2)
2022-10-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel
More and more people are coming out to the markets, the bounty of the county is meeting their needs. You too can share in the wonderful selection of fruits and veggies. Come try something a little more exotic, the people at the booths will be very happy to tell you the best or easiest way to prepare ways to prepare it. They wouldn’t grow it if they didn’t know how to eat it. Right?
If this market is too far away or the wrong time for you, check out http://www.montereycfb.com for many more.

Farmers Market Soledad (Thursdays 4-6)
2022-10-20 16:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Soledad, Soledad, United States

Lend Me a Tenor
2022-10-20 19:30 - 2022-11-06 22:00 | Monterey Peninsula College, Morgan Stock Theatre 980 Fremont, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Delightful presentation of Ken Ludwig’s backstage farce . Monterey Peninsula College’s Drama Dept does its usual good job with their theater presentations. Come see why they are so loved. More info available at http://www.mpc.edu.thea

Judy Collins
2022-10-20 20:00 - 22:00 | Rio Theater, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
After many years in show business Ms. Collins has released an introspective album reflecting her interesting life and experiences. In addition, she has a great body of work and stories and will make sure that her audience has a splendid evening. If you have any questions please check out the website at http://www.riotheatre.com

Farmers Market Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital (Fridays 12:30- 5:30)
2022-10-21 12:30 - 17:30 | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States

Ralph Maccio (Waxing On)
2022-10-21 19:00 - 20:30 | Rio Theater, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
Those of you who are fans of the Karate Kid movie(s) will recognize the name and the reference. Mr. Maccio held the title role. He has written a memoir of his days in the movies and Karate Kid in particular. Will be a fascinating evening for the fans. More details at http://www.riotheatre.com

Los Del Limit/ Panchito Arredondo
2022-10-21 21:00 - 23:30 | Fox Theater, 239 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Fox Theater’s latest lineup includes these two bands and many more. Check out the new names at http://www.foxtheatersalinas.com

Chili Cook-Off
2022-10-22 | Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 400 Beach St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States
So many recipes, so many ways to delight the tastebuds (or burn them). At the Boardwalk along with the other wonderful diversions available there you can check out lots of chili masters’ work. Maybe do the rides first, just to make sure everything stay in the right place.

Cars & Coffee
2022-10-22 08:00 - 10:00 | Weather Tech Laguna Seca Raceway, 1021 Monterey Salinas Highway, Salinas, CA, United States
Are you a fan of automobiles regardless of their age, brand, or style? Like to talk to the owners and get tips, stories etc? Here’s a great idea. Wake up early on Saturday and come out to Laguna Seca Raceway between 8:00 and 10:00 and join the others (like-minded of course) and their vehicles. No guarantees about who shows up except they will also like cars. http://www.co.monterey.ca.us is the place for more info.

Clean Wheeling
2022-10-22 08:00 - 12:00 | Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area, Cienega Rd., Hollister, CA, United States
Here’s a chance to do good and have fun simultaneously. Bring your vehicle and a good attitude to Area 5 at the Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area (HHSVRA) and meet up to go all over and clean up the litter (and worse) that others have left. It sounds like work but it isn’t really. Because you are riding in the beautiful Central Coast. More details at Hollister.Hills@parks.ca.gov

Monterey Reptile Expo
2022-10-22 08:00 - 2022-10-23 17:00 | Monterey County Fair and Event Center, 2004 Fairground Rd,, Monterey Road, 93940, United States
This is another event whose title says it all. There will be displays, vendors, workshops, and lots of peer to peer interaction on the subject of reptiles. For two days at the Monterey Fairgrounds. If you have a question or concern, this would be a good place to make some contacts and see some interesting animals.
