Cinderella

Paper Wing Theater 320 Hoffman, Monterey, CA, United States

The Paraphrase Theater Company presents their version of the classic tale told from the point of view of a child. Bound to be a little different and insightful. Fridays 12/13, 12/20, 12/27,  7:00   Saturdays 12/14, 12/21, 12/28 2:00  Sundays 12/15, 12/22, 12/29 2:00 Check the website for more details. http://paperwing.com

Glory’s Irresistible Girl Grooves

Coaster's Bar & Grill 115 Cliff St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Featuring the dance music of female artists the Glory Tribute group will be giving you a chance to shake the proverbial tail feather/moneymaker and work off some of those holiday treats. Come to Coaster's in Santa Cruz and get your groove on. http://glorytributes.com

Comedy Improv @ Dali Expo

dali expo museum Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, United States

Monterey Comedy Improv will bring their insights into local politics and controversies as well as things more interesting to those who prefer their humor more global and national. http://daliexpo.com

Smuin’s Christmas Ballet

Sunset Center San Carlos & 9th, carmel, CA, United States

The contemporary dance company presents a two-part show, Classic Christmas and Cool Christmas. Featuring their innovative and challenging dance style and lots of music that will evoke the themes of their presentation you can expect a delightful holiday offering. http://sunsetcenter.org

Glory’s Irresistible Girl Grooves

Coaster's Bar & Grill 115 Cliff St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Featuring the dance music of female artists, the Glory Tribute group will be giving you a chance to shake the proverbial tail feather/moneymaker and work off some of those holiday treats. Come to Coaster's in Santa Cruz and get your groove on. http://glorytributes.com

Sunday Seaside Crafts

Seymour Marine Discovery Center 100 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

The Seymour Marine Discovery Center, part of UCSC, hosts a weekly gathering for children and their families. The point is educating them about the fabulous and abundant life of the Monterey Bay and its environs. The means they use to do this is art and hands-on activities. You and your child can learn lots about […]

Sweet Jazz @ Embassy Suites

Embassy Suites Monterey Bay 1441 Canyon Del Rey, Seaside, CA, United States

Join Local Weatherman (retired) Jim Vanderzwaan and a rotating group of local talent as they share some great music and camaraderie each month's last Sunday. http://facebook.com/silvertideseaside

Smuin’s Christmas Ballet

Sunset Center San Carlos & 9th, carmel, CA, United States

Featuring the dancers of the popular and innovative dance company, this presentation will have two  parts that coincide nicely with the two acts of the matinee. Cool Christmas and Classic Christmas are the titles and you can guess what those mean. In any case, you will have an enjoyable holiday interlude.http://sunsetcenter.org

Rock Legends

Golden Bough Theater Monte Verde St. &SW 8th Ave., Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

It's time for the performers of the Pacific Repertory  to don their wigs and colorful costumes and pretend to be some of your favorite rock and rollers. It's a tribute not an imitation so enjoy the memories evoked by the performances. Check the website for dates and times. http://pacrep.org

Noon Year’s Eve

MY Museum 425 Washington St., Monterey, CA, United States

You read that right. It is midday of New Year's Eve. Because it's at MY Museum and aimed at young children, and their weary parents. Celebrate early and get home while you still have some energy. Lots of activities and age appropriate celebrating. Epecially with the ball drop at noon. http://mymuseum.org