Bats, Spiders, and Snakes

Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History 165 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, United States

Of course it's in time for the spooky Halloween atmosphere. But in this case it's scientific not merely hair-raising. Learn lots about these often maligned animals. Just because they are a little different doesn't mean that they have to be scary. Information and familiarity go a long way to help our fears disappear. (This is […]

Dia de Los Muertos

Monterey Museum of Art 720 Via Mirada, Monterey, CA, United States

Monterey Museum of Art is displaying an altar memorializing the people who have passed away and their lives. Inspired by the traditional altars and the current artist in residence it promises to be a very interesting display.  More info at http://www.montereyart.org

Fall Family Festival

Shoreline Community Church 2500 Garden Rd. , Monterey , CA, United States

Have some Halloween fun in a safe, family oriented space. Shoreline Church is bringing their congregation and the community together at their site on Garden Rd.  Probably many fewer spooky decorations than you encounter in the neighborhood. More details at [email protected]

Haunted Mine Tour

Monterey Fairgrounds Monterey , CA, 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 […]

Celebrating the Beatles

Forest Theater Santa Rita & Mountain View, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

A live band, film clips, and storytelling, all that's needed is an appearance by Paul or Ringo. The rest is left to your imagination.  They call it a Rockumentary not a tribute concert. You have to decide. This is a great way to share some memories with younger family members. Details at http://www.pacrep.org

Peacherine Ragtime Orchestra

Carmel Sunset Center

This orchestra has been touring the USA and the world and playing the great music of the early 20th century. In addition they sometimes add a cinematic aspect. They have come to us for Halloween with two "spooky"silent films one by Buster Keaton and the other starring Laurel and Hardy.  Should be a delightfully campy […]

Felipe Esparza

Golden State Theater 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, United States

Appearing at Golden State Theatre in Downtown Monterey go to http://www.goldenstatetheatre.com  for details.

Farmers Market Carmel Valley Community Center (Sundays 10-2)

Carmel Valley Community Center 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, United States

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 […]

Exotic Bird Mart & Expo

Monterey County Fairgrounds 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, United States

If you like birds (and who doesn't?) this is the place for you. All day, all birds. Information, displays, and merchandise available all in one place. Come to the fairgrounds and get your fill of birds. Not literally, of course.

Celebrating the Beatles

Forest Theater Santa Rita & Mountain View, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

A live band, film clips, and storytelling, all that's needed is an appearance by Paul or Ringo. The rest is left to your imagination.  They call it a Rockumentary not a tribute concert. You have to decide. This is a great way to share some memories with younger family members. Details at http://www.pacrep.org