Free First Friday @ Monterey Museum of Art

Monterey Museum of Art 559 Pacific St. , Monterey , CA, United States

Come on over to the Museum of Art. It's across the street from Colton Hall. You can meet the artists and the curators from the museum. Ask how decisions are made, admire their work, and get some culture vulture points.  http://montereyart.org

Pacific Grove First Friday

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

Like the name says, it is every First Friday. What changes is the nature of the activities and their focus. You get to come and see what is going on in the music and art scene in the area. All along Lighthouse and the adjacent streets. pacific Grove is filled with charming shops and businesses. […]

First Friday (Pacific Grove )

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

In the tradition of bringing folks to the center of town, Pacific Grove is rolling out the carpet for everyone. Come out and see the artists, musicians and interesting folks that make up America's Last Hometown. Info at 831-655-9775

Nutcracker

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

It's that time of year again. Monterey Peninsula Ballet Theatre is presenting their "Nutcracker" for the public. The young and seasoned professional dancers have been hard at it while the rest of us worry about so many other things. Here is the result of their hard work.http://MPBalletTheatre.org

KITKA Wintersongs

Peace United Church of Christ 900 High St. , Santa Cruz, CA, United States

The women's vocal group is bringing their unusual style and influences to the area once again and putting on a show unlike anything you've seen before. (Unless you already have enjoyed their music.) The Eastern European influences in their music become obvious quickly. This is a concert one should not miss. http://kitka.org

Madrigal Affair

St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church 28005 Robinson Canyon Rd., Carmel, CA, United States

St. Dunstan's Church in Carmel Valley is sponsoring a Christmas fundraiser based on the goods sold at Madrigal's in Carmel. Come by for lots of good deals on lovely collectible and seasonal merchandise available only at this site and time. http://stdcv.org

Monterey Bay Aquarium’s 35th Anniversary

Monterey Bay Aquarium 886 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, United States

For a full week anyone who lives in one of the 939-- zip codes can enter the Aquarium for free. It's their locals appreciation week. So get over there and see this fabulous jewel that you probably haven't been to see in a long while. http://montereybayaquarium.org

Pirates and Rogues of Monterey Bay

Monterey Public Library 625 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA, United States

Author Todd Cook will be talking about the colorful part of the area's history and encouraging purchase of his book. There will be some period artifacts available for viewing also.  This is a great opportunity for those pirate fans in the family. http://monterey.org/library

Comedy Improv Night @ Dali Expo

Dali Expo Museum Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, United States

If you enjoy "Whose Line is it Anyway" Then come over to the Dali Expo and participate, maybe, in the performance of improv comedy at their venue. The group's years of local experience will help you have a great time here in Monterey County. [email protected]

I Cantori Di Carmel

Carmel Mission Basilica 3080 Rio Rd., Carmel, CA, United States

This is one of the premier and long lasting choirs in the area. You can be sure that they will move you musically. Their holiday concert is sure to be inspiring and beautiful. In addition, it is in the Carmel Mission's basilica, noted for the quality of its acoustics.