Soul of CA

Memorial Hospital Farmers Market
2017-10-06 13:30 - 17:30, 2017-09-29 13:30 - 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States
A weekly gathering of local farmers and merchants selling fresh produce, freshly prepared foods, and local businesses offering interesting items for sale. As the seasons change so so does the selection of food as well as the merchandise for sale. Come down and see what’s new.

Monterey Farmers Market
2017-10-02 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States
The Old Monterey Farmers Market, established in 1991, comprises of 3 ½ city blocks and runs year-round rain or shine. During the summer it’s the largest gathering of people in Monterey County, attracting more that 10,000 locals and tourists in one location. You can travel the world in just three blocks, finding arts and crafts, handmade jewelry, furniture, clothing, international food, organic produce, flowers, and pastries.
Our produce vendors come from all over California, from Salinas and Watsonville, to Fresno and Sacramento, selling Certified and Organic Certified produce.
Arts and crafts vendors come from around the world, selling treasures from Africa, Colombia, Mexico, Russia, Japan, China, and Yugoslavia, just to name a few.
Our food vendors also serve up delicacies that are as international as our products serving up Indian, Japanese, Korean, Mexican, Mediterranean, and BBQ delicacies. In our Baker’s Alley you can find fresh pastries like baklava, European breads, cookies, muffins, pies, and cakes.
In addition to the products and food we offer, the Old Monterey Farmers Market also includes a variety of community events. You can donate blood through C.H.O.M.P., adopt a dog from the SPCA,register to vote, and enjoy live music from local musicians.

Soledad Mission Fiesta
2017-10-01 11:00 - 17:00 | Soledad Mission, Soledad, CA, United States
If you have ever wanted to stomp grapes, this is your chance. Along with the chance to hang out with the cool folks of Soledad and South County this is a good time. Lots of friendly people, good food, and fun activities will be there to help you enjoy the great weather that is common at this time of year.

Marina Farmers' Market
2017-10-01 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, m
A gathering of local farmers offering a wide variety of produce.

10th Annual Grape Stampede
2017-10-01 09:00 - 17:00 | Soledad Mission, Soledad , CA, United States
Lots of choices here, runs for many ages and levels of commitment. 5K Walk and Run, 5K kids Run, and the 10K Run. This acts as the startup activity for the Soledad Mission’s annual Festival. The race begins and ends at the Soledad Mission. After running, of course, there is a variety of food available and entertainment to help relax those hard-working bodies.

Grape Stampede
2017-10-01 07:30 - 11:00 | Soledad Mission, 36641 Fort Romie Rd. , Soledad, CA, 93960, United States
A set of races from 10K to one mile that passes through many vineyards in the Soledad area. How many depends on your choice of race. Individuals and teams are both welcome. After racing the Soledad Mission Fiesta is there to give you sustenance after all that work.

Neil Sedaka
2017-09-30 20:30 - 23:00 | Carmel Sunset Center
If you grew up in the Cold War Era in the USA and listened to the radio, you heard Neil’s music. You may not have heard his voice but his songs were everywhere. Come hear Neil sing his hits and others. This will be quite the trip down memory lane.

Vertigo Day
2017-09-30 15:00 - 22:00 | San Juan Bautista State Park, San Juan Bautista, CA, United States
Hitchcock’s classic movie is the subject of a tour of the State Park’s grounds, lecture about the making of the movie and a screening of the classic drama. Fans of the master filmmaker, or the movie, or just fans of the mission’s history can come and learn much more about all of those things.
Tours at 3:00 Lecture at 4:30 Film screening (outdoors) at 8:10

Cheer and Dance Competition
2017-09-30 11:00 - 17:00 | Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 400 Beach St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States
The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk hosts, once again, the Northern California Cheer and Dance Competition. Teams from all around the upper half of the state come to enjoy the sights of the beach, the rides and compete against one another. Lots of energy, skill, and youthful exuberance will be displayed.

Succulent Show
2017-09-30 08:00 - 16:00 | San Juan Community Hall, 10 San Juan St., San Juan Bautista, CA, United States
An opportunity to see the best of our local succulent and cactus growers. Items for sale and exhibits of outstanding examples. Advice is on hand about how to improve your water consumption and improve the appearance of your landscape.

Salinas Air Show
2017-09-30 00:00 - 2017-10-01 18:00 | Salinas Municipal Airport, Airport Blvd. , Salinas, CA, 93907, United States
For 31 years this event has been earning lots of money for local charities, as much as $8,000,000 so far. It brings the cream of the aviation crop to the Salinas Valley and will thunder through the skies on September 30th and October 1st. Entertainment for fans of all ages.

Days and Nights Festival 2017 (Philip Glass)
2017-09-29 11:00 - 2017-10-08 22:00 | Henry Miller Library, 48603 Highway One, Big Sur, CA, 93920, United States
For several years, Philip Glass, one of the most influential composers currently working, has been gathering similarly inspired artists and creating a remarkable festival benefiting the Big Sur area. (We don’t need to emphasize what a trial this past year has been for the residents and businesses.) For more than a week the festival presents avant-garde music and performances. Artists like Laurie Anderson contribute and there are performances of Glass’ own music. His cousin Ira Glass, is scheduled to contribute his unique creations as well. Check the website for specific days’ lineups and times.

Cyrano
2017-09-29 07:30 - 2017-10-15 22:00 | Forest Theater, Santa Rita & Mountain View, Carmel by the Sea, CA, 93923, United States
PacRep presents a modern adaptation of the classic tale of love. Cyrano believes his appearance will not allow him to be loved; so he helps another man woo the woman he loves. Predictably, complications ensue. The play will be available at different times throughout its run, so check the website for details.

Natural History of Rapa Nui
2017-09-28 19:00 - 20:30 | Santa Cruz Natural History Museum, 1305 East Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
You would recognize this place as Easter Island, but the people who lived there called it Rapa Nui. Those colossal heads are known to them as moai. Now you know that you can come to the lecture and learn LOTS more. Learn about the animals and people and how they lived on this isolated island. No doubt it will be fascinating. Some say it is a metaphor for how we can live on this planet.
