Events

Lots of food trucks offering a wide variety of food and beverages. In addition, there will be games, and activities for the family. Come spend a lovely evening in one of Santa Cruz's parks. [email protected]

Fridays at the Palomar Ballroom you can trip the light fantastic in the Salsa style. Lessons for beginning and intermediate dancers are available and then it is dancing for everyone. There are two fees for participation, one for dancing and party and the other for just dancing. Check the website for details. http://palomarballroom.com  For you […]

Fridays at the Palomar Ballroom you can trip the light fantastic in the Salsa style. Lessons for beginning and intermediate dancers are available and then it is dancing for everyone. There are two fees for participation, one for dancing and party and the other for just dancing. Check the website for details. http://palomarballroom.com  For you […]

Imagine the world of a girls' soccer team, consider the challenges they have in their lives on and off the field. As they prepare for their competition and share their thoughts about each other, the world of ideas, and the game to come. This is Western Stage's edgy series of plays called 2X4. Fridays and […]

Occasionally the folks at Weather Tech Raceway (Laguna Seca to locals) open the track and paddock to car lovers and their vehicles. They provide the coffee, from Castle Rock Coffee, and you supply the car. Or someone else does and you look at them. Today is one opportunity for you to come in (for free) […]

It juts out a half mile into the bay. As a result the wharf is useful to scientists and others who want a good view out into the water. For a few hours on every Saturday through August there will be docents out on the wharf to offer insight into why the wharf is important […]

This is a monthly(3rd Saturday) event intended to grow the reputation of Salvador Dali and Monterey as an artist's venue. They will have art, jewelry, soap, clothing, and books and so much more. Come and see what the Dali Expo has to share with you. More info at [email protected]

Featuring the Bay Area comic, Ryan Goodcase there will also be  couple other talented folks of the bill. This is an intimate venue and a good place to check out some new talent. http://pinkflamingotheater.org

Embassy Suites hosts local jazz musicians and they in turn host a rotating list of other musicians. The upshot for you is that you get to hear good music played well at the best possible cost. Sundays from 1 to 4 through the end of the year.

It's that time of year again. The Buddhist Festival of Obon is upon us. The traditional dances, dress, and foods are available to enjoy. All are welcome and invited to participate in almost all the activities. Come ready to be a part of this this tradition of honoring those who preceded us into the next […]