Good Old Days (Pacific Grove)

Downtown Pacific Grove Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, United States

It's only reasonable that The Last Hometown would celebrate its past and a vision of our country. At this multi-day celebration you can hear bands, see parades, participate in a pie eating contest, and much more. Pacific Grove really puts on a show for these Good Old Days. Details at http://www.pacificgrove.org That's the Chamber of Commerce […]

Point Sur Tours

Point Sur Lighthouse Highway One , CA, United States

Through May and June the docents at the Point Sur Lighthouse conduct tours through the historic, 128 yo, lighthouse and its grounds. This is a slightly demanding tour , in that it requires participants to walk up the driveway to the top of the hill where the lighthouse is located. (Putting it at the bottom […]

Early Bird Tour (Elkhorn Slough)

Elkhorn Slough NERR 1700 Elkhorn Slough Rd., Watsonville, CA, United States

It's early (not too) has birds (lots) and is a tour (Around Elkhorn Slough). Since the Slough is one of the best places in the world to view birds it only makes sense that there would be a tour with guides to help us see those birds. Here's your chance. The gates at the Slough […]

Farmers Market Salinas Old Town (9:00-2:00)

Salinas City Center Main st., Salinas, CA, United States

May is the time of year when all of our local Farmers Markets have opened. In spite of the recent uncooperative weather there are still many local farmers selling wonderful produce from around the area. As you know there are vendors of prepared food and folks selling their non-food products. For more details and locations […]

Farmers Market Power Plant (10:00-2:00)

Moss Landing Jetty Rd., Moss Landing, CA, United States

May is the time of year when all of our local Farmers Markets have opened. In spite of the recent uncooperative weather there are still many local farmers selling wonderful produce from around the area. As you know there are vendors of prepared food and folks selling their non-food products. For more details and locations […]

Harvey-Baker House

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

Salinas' first mayor's home has been preserved and is available to the public. Knowledgeable docents are on hand to help you rediscover many interesting aspects of local history. But only on the first Saturday of each month. More info at http://www.firstmayorshouse.org

Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum

Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum Station Place, Salinas, CA, United States

The first weekend of each month these dedicated members of the museum open the door of their museum and share their collections and passion with the rest of us. Listen for the train whistle blown by their enthusiastic visitors through each day. Then you will know they are open. More info at http://www.msvrr.org

Quail Lodge Motorcycle Gathering

Quail Lodge Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley, CA, United States

This is the place for motorcycle fans. There will be just about every imaginable type of motorcycle represented. Different styles, years, nations, and functions all have a bike here to give the viewers a look at the esoteric and innovative designs over the years. https://www.peninsula.com/en/signature-events/events/motorcycle will get you more information.

Cottages, Gardens, and Cantatas

Carmel Bach Festival has a fun and interesting means to keep their wonderful festival up and running.  Come and look at some beautiful houses and gardens that the denizens of Carmel call home. In addition, there will be some of the fine young musicians performing the music that has made the Bach Festival the world […]

Living History Days San Juan Bautista

Looking for a low cost, entertaining, and maybe educational afternoon? Come to San Juan Bautista for a Saturday. It's close and a step back in time, especially during the Living History Days. The first Saturday of each month the town is host to miners, smiths, coopers, and mountain men to name a few. You can […]