Meg Howrey (Author Talk)

Bookworks 667 Lighthouse Ave., pacific grove, CA, United States

The author of the novel "They're Going to Love You", Meg Howrey is appearing at Bookworks in Pacific Grove. Sponsored by the literary group To the Lighthouse see their website for more details.   She is a former dancer and author of several other well-received books. Check it out. http://www.tothelighthouse.net/events.

Michael Amster MD (Author Talk)

BookShop Santa Cruz 1520 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

If you are like most of us living in modern "civilization" there is a profound amount of stress in your life. Wouldn't you like a way to remove it? And remove it easily? The author of "The Power of Awe", which describes his method for overcoming the burnout and stress in our modern lives, is […]

Jane Smiley (Book Talk & Signing)

BookShop Santa Cruz 1520 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

The Pulitzer winning local author, Jane Smiley, is appearing at BookShop Santa Cruz to introduce and sign her latest book which takes place in Monterey in the 1850s. (Definitely worth looking at don't you think?) Come see her and get your copy signed. Details available at http://www.bookshopsantacruz.com

Free Movie

lighthouse cinema 525 Lighthouse Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, United States

That got your attention. Yes, at Lighthouse Cinema in Pacific Grove they will be showing "12 Years a Slave" without charge. Sponsored by BLAAC and part of an ongoing series through the month of February these presentations will highlight the experience of Black Americans through cinema. More details available at http://www.BLACC.org/events

Lewis Black

Golden State Theater 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, United States

The finger waving, angry contributor to The Daily Show and other comic efforts is in town. Come out for some of his interesting rants and insights. Info is available at https://www.goldenstatetheatre.com

Big Sur Foragers’ Festival

Big Sur Lodge 47225 CA-1, Big Sur, United States

It's here once again, your guide to eating what you can find in the forest. Thankfully you have experienced people showing you what is edible and what is to be avoided. Check out their expertise before venturing out solo. More info can be found at https://www.bigsurforagersfestival.org

Big Sur Foragers Festival

Big Sur River Inn 46840 Highway One, Big Sur, CA, United States

After the rains and cooler weather the mushrooms make their appearance and very soon afterward the foragers appear. Now is your chance to seek, find, excavate, and eat these delightful morsels. And all you have to do is sign up and show your credit card. This is going to benefit the Big Sur Health Center […]

Point Sur Lighthouse Tours

Point Sur Lighthouse Highway One , CA, United States

After much time the tours are back. On Wednesdays and Saturdays the docents will walk you through this historic site. Through wars and storms the lighthouse and its staff took care of the sailors and their crafts. It lasts about three hours and involves some serious walking. Don't let that put you off it is […]

Fall Creek After Fire

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Yes, it's an odd title but descriptive. This is a tour of the CZU Lightning Complex with a naturalist. It will give the participants an up close view of the recovery efforts and,especially, the growth of the natural world after the fire's devastation. For details contact the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History at http://www.santacruzmuseum.org

Exploring Tide Pools

Santa Cruz Natural History Museum 1305 East Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

One good thing about the storms we've had lately is the effect they have on the shore's marine life. This month there will be tremendous difference between the low tides and the "king" tides. Just fantastic for lovers of tide pools and those who are new to the abundance of life in these crevices. Come […]