Open Farms Tour

Come to the Watsonville area and see over a dozen working farms. They are opening their doors to the public so you can come and see their workings and daily life. Check the website for details, addresses, times, days etc. lots of family fun in store. http://openfarmtours.com

Day out with Thomas (Halloween edition)

Roaring Camp Railroad 5401 Graham Hill Rd., Felton, CA, United States

If you must ask, Who is Thomas? then you are not in the life of a young child. He's the star of the PBS series, Thomas(the tank engine) and Friends. Roaring Camp is hosting him and some of his friends during the middle of October. You can meet Percy, Sir Topham Hatt, and others. There […]

Early Schools of Salinas

1st Mayor's House 20 Station Place, Salinas, CA, United States

When Salinas was a small town with big plans for its future the founding families knew that education was going to play a big part. The folks at the First Mayor's House have gathered materials from those days. You may learn about the discipline methods, curricula, and daily life of teachers and students. An intriguing […]

Ocean Festival

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

Big Sur Charter School is sponsoring a day of fun and frolic for the family. Lots of ocean oriented activities and other things to raise money for the school as well as get you familiar with their mission. Come out to the sunny Carmel Valley and help a good cause. http://bigsurcharterschool.org

Castle Rock Guided Walk

Castle Rock State Park 15000 Skyline Dr., Los Gatos, CA, United States

Every Saturday and Sunday through October 31st the staff at Castle Rock State Park will be taking folks like you on hikes through the impressive forest that is this park. They begin at 11:00 and last an hour, the hike is just over a mile and filled with lots of interesting things.

Hope, Horses, & Ribs

Rancho Portrero 27050 Rancho San Carlos Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, United States

It's a fundraiser for a worthy organization that helps kids through the medium of working with horses. Emotional troubles and worldly concerns fade away for these kids while working with the animals. The program is called Hope Horses, and Kids hence the name of the fundraiser.  More info? Call them at 831-596-6693 or check out […]

Art Walk & Open Studios

The Barnyard Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

In the Barnyard Shopping Center, like much of Carmel, there are artists' studios. This is your chance to see their work, talk to the artists, and buy some of their works. (Or just visit.) Mark Falina and six other artists are opening their shops for you enjoyment. Every second Saturday through December. http://thebarnyard.com

A Night of History and Hops (Archive Crawl)

downtown Monterey Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, United States

This is a FREE opportunity to learn LOTS about Monterey history. From a handwritten piece by John Steinbeck to numerous artifacts from Monterey's history, there will be many things to enlighten the interested participant. Winding up with a chance to drink a specially brewed beverage from Alvarado Brewing Company while listening to a presentation from […]

Words & Wine

Once again, the Monterey County Free Libraries are putting on their big fundraiser. This year, Grant Imahara is speaking about his Mythbuster experience and his passion for robotics. The funds generated will support reading programs, literacy programs for adults and many other worthwhile programs. It is the library after all.http://fmcfl.org

The Newsboys

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

Yes, the Australian Christian group is coming to town and performing in the intimate (for them) surroundings of the Golden State Theater. Lots of awards, sales and popularity follow them through the past twenty plus years. After their last performance here in 2013's Spirit Festival they have been waiting anxiously to return to Monterey's lovely […]