Farmers Market (Mercado Popular)

Salinas Rodeo Grounds N. Main St. , Salinas , CA, United States

As the days get longer and the rain and cold become less dramatic, the bounty of the Central Coast's farms finds its way to farmers markets.The ones that closed for the winter are starting to reopen. The prepared foods are just as tasty as ever and the retailers' goods are still tempting. Find a market […]

Race for Open Space

The Big Sur Land Trust is sponsoring a unique  opportunity to enjoy and support the good work that they do preserving the beauty of the natural world of Monterey County. You pick the day, the time, even the place where you are going to run, walk, hike and do it. Or join a more traditional […]

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 […]

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 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

Living History Days San Juan Bautista

san juan bautista mission 406 2nd St., San Juan Bautista Mission, CA, United States

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 […]

Evergreen Cemetery (Guided Tour)

Evergreen Cemetery 261 Evergreen St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

There are some people who find cemeteries fascinating sources of info and a view into the people who came through before us. If you are one of those or just want to get over your anxiety about cemeteries here's a guided tour of Evergreen Cemetery with a history and education professor from UCSC. Tracy Bliss […]

Hero’s Journey

Henry Mello Center 250 Beach St., Watsonville, CA, United States

This is a theme for a performance by Santa Cruz Symphony. It will feature pieces by Beethoven (Symphony #3 Eroica) and  Harvey (7 Decisions by Gandhi). Also featuring the performance by violin soloist, William Harvey. Info at http://www.santacruzsymphony.org There is also a performance on Sunday the 2nd at 2:00.

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

Farmers Market (Soledad)

Downtown Soledad Soledad, United States

As the days get longer and the rain and cold become less dramatic, the bounty of the Central Coast's farms finds its way to farmers markets.The ones that closed for the winter are starting to reopen. The prepared foods are just as tasty as ever and the retailers' goods are still tempting. Find a market […]