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

Daimh

St. Mary's By The Sea Episcopal Church Central and Twelfth, Pacific Grove , CA, United States

No, it's not a misspelling. It's a Gaelic word for "kinship". This band displays a lot of musical kinship. In that they are all acknowledged as great musicians before they gathered together as Daimh. Continuing their series of wonderful Celtic musicians, the St. Mary's congregation presents this beautiful quintet. http://stmarysbythesea.org

Ukulele Jam

American Burger 738 Lighthouse Ave., Monterey, CA, United States

They're everywhere, but more fun than the mobile phones that also are everywhere. Now you can see some folks having real fun with ukuleles. Come to American Burgers and bask in some good food and some good music. Sundays through the month of November. Call 831-373-7573 for more info.

Vertigo Day

San Juan Bautista State Park San Juan Bautista, CA, United States

Starting at 3:00 with a tour of the mission areas used in the movie, "Vertigo" and continuing into the evening (8:00)with a viewing of the film Hitchcock fans will be able to gain new insights into this master's work. If you are not a Hitchcock fan come by and see why he has the reputation […]

Haunted Mirror Maze

Monterey Mirror Maze 751 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, United States

What we have here is a maze, filled with mirrors, and lots of scary characters focusing on clowns. If that is your cup of tea, go ahead and come right in. http://montereymirrormaze.com

Jackie Venson

Jade Lounge 2110 Fremont St., Monterey, CA, United States

A remarkable young musician, Ms. Venson comes to visit us with her band and her soulful voice and delivery of lots of songs from different genres. In an intimate environment full of good music, this will be a marvelous evening. http://thejadelounge.com

Dia de los Muertos @ El Teatro Campesino

El Teatro Campesino 705 Fourth St., San Juan Bautista, CA, United States

The renowned theater group is presenting their version of the Day of the Dead celebrations. There will be dancing, food, music, and a parade. Unfortunately all the indoor programs are sold out but the others, mentioned here, are still available.  For sure there will be many authentic and interesting interpretations of the traditions from Mexico. […]

Happy Hour @ Citricada Cantina

201 Main St. 201 Main St., Salinas, CA, United States

Salinas' downtown is undergoing a renaissance of a sort. This enterprise is a part of it. They have a looong Happy Hour (three hours) on Fridays and Saturdays and offer  some yummy appetizers etc. for the hungry ones in your group. http://201maincomplex.com

Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead)

Downtown San Juan Bautista San Juan Bautista, CA, United States

There will be many activities in San Juan, all celebrating the Mexican tradition of Dia de Los Muertos. There will be a party, a theatrical presentation, and an Open House put on by the many merchants of San Juan. So much to do. http://jardinesrestaurant.com or http://elteatrocampesino.com

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