Soul of CA

Peacherine Ragtime Orchestra
2022-10-29 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Carmel Sunset Center
This orchestra has been touring the USA and the world and playing the great music of the early 20th century. In addition they sometimes add a cinematic aspect. They have come to us for Halloween with two “spooky”silent films one by Buster Keaton and the other starring Laurel and Hardy. Should be a delightfully campy evening. More info at http://www.sunsetcenter.org

Felipe Esparza
2022-10-29 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Appearing at Golden State Theatre in Downtown Monterey go to http://www.goldenstatetheatre.com for details.

Farmers Market Carmel Valley Community Center (Sundays 10-2)
2022-10-30 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States
More and more people are coming out to the markets, the bounty of the county is meeting their needs. You too can share in the wonderful selection of fruits and veggies. Come try something a little more exotic, the people at the booths will be very happy to tell you the best or easiest way to prepare ways to prepare it. They wouldn’t grow it if they didn’t know how to eat it. Right?
If this market is too far away or the wrong time for you, check out http://www.montereycfb.com for many more.

Exotic Bird Mart & Expo
2022-10-30 10:00 - 16:00 | Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
If you like birds (and who doesn’t?) this is the place for you. All day, all birds. Information, displays, and merchandise available all in one place. Come to the fairgrounds and get your fill of birds. Not literally, of course.

Celebrating the Beatles
2022-10-30 18:30 - 20:30 | Forest Theater, Santa Rita & Mountain View, Carmel by the Sea, CA, 93923, United States
A live band, film clips, and storytelling, all that’s needed is an appearance by Paul or Ringo. The rest is left to your imagination. They call it a Rockumentary not a tribute concert. You have to decide. This is a great way to share some memories with younger family members. Details at http://www.pacrep.org

Black Jacket Symphony
2022-10-30 20:00 - 23:00 | Rio Theater, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
If you are a Led Zeppelin fan and don’t know about this band, here’s your chance. They are going to perform Led Zeppelin IV in its entirety as well as some of the band’s biggest hits. This band has performed over 40 different albums, each note for note and sound for sound. This will be like sitting in your comfy chair with the headphones cranked. More details @ http://www.riotheatre.com

Farmers Market Pacific Grove (Mondays 3-7)
2022-10-31 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States

Carmel By The Sea Halloween/Birthday Parade
2022-10-31 16:00 - 18:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel
Bet you didn’t know that Carmel was founded on Halloween. So this is their annual parade on Ocean Avenue celebrating that fact. You are invited to get dressed up and watch or participate in the fun. There are many other ways to enjoy the festivities, food and shopping, of course. And all the other diversions that Carmel offers.

George Saunders
2022-11-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Santa Cruz Veteran’s Memorial, 846 Front St., Santa Cruz, 95060, United States
Author of the recent book, “Liberation Day”, Mr. Saunders is coming to Santa Cruz to discuss the topics of the book which include elements of power, ethics, and justice. Sounds like something that is quite topical right now. More details at http://www.bookshopsantacruz.com

Sip, Savor, Shop, & Support
2022-11-02 08:00 - 17:00 | AmiCarmel, 5th & Dolores, Carmel BTS, CA, United States
The boutique shop, Ami Carmel will donate 20% of their gross sales from one day a month to local charities. One of those days has arrived. For a list of which charities during this month check out their website, http://www.amicarmel.com

Big Sur Food and Wine Festival
2022-11-03 - 2022-11-05 | CA
The best of the area’s comestibles and the right beverages to enjoy them with. Combine this with the spectacular setting of Big Sur and you have an unforgettable experience. Your eyes and taste buds will be forever in your service. (Although they probably already are. They will be more appreciative.) The benefit will be that the proceeds go to local firefighters, and other services that keep the folks who live there safe and happy. Lots more info and details at http://www.bigsurfoodandwine.org

Farmers Market Carmel 6th & Mission Thursdays 10-2
2022-11-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Carmel, Carmel By the Sea, CA, 93923, United States
Days are shortening, nights are cooler, fall is coming and we start thinking about where did I put those sweaters? But the Farmers markets are still going strong. The ones that continue through September anyway. Time to buy the last offerings of those summer fruits, maybe this is the year to start canning? Find those treasures, see some friends, both while shopping at the farmers markets. If this one isn’t convenient check out http://www.montereycfb.com for more possibilities.

ParaNormal Cirque ll
2022-11-03 19:30 - 21:30, 2022-11-04 19:30 - 21:30 | Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Interesting and intriguing are the best descriptors available for this event. November 3rd through the 6th with two shows on Saturday and Sunday. Check out https://orange.cirqueitalia.com/events/709_Paranormal-Cirque-II-Monterey-CA for some details.

Three Dog Night
2022-11-03 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
One of the most popular bands of the late 60s still rocking with an admirable play list for the audience, lots of singing along.
Appearing at Golden State Theatre in Downtown Monterey go to http://www.goldenstatetheatre.com for details.

Capitol Comedy
2022-11-03 20:00 - 22:00 | Carmel Sunset Center
This troupe looks like they are going to make the upcoming elections a little more manageable through a careful dose of comedy. They are going to poke some fun at the state of politics and the people who engage in the process. It’s likely that it will be bipartisan. More information @ http://www.sunsetcenter.org

Three Dog Night
2022-11-03 20:00 - 23:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Fans of oldies (late 60’s early 70’s) music will recognize this name. In spite of the odd name, this was one of the more popular groups of that era. This is sure to be an evening of memories and singing along with their many hits. A chance to introduce your family to the music that was the soundtrack of your youth.

Artista Invisibile
2022-11-04 08:00 - 2022-11-13 17:00 | Carl Cherry Center, 4th and Guadalupe, Carmel , CA, 93921, United States
This is another interesting, esoteric presentation from the Carl Cherry Foundation folks. Three artists have joined together to create a multi-media work that explores the political and social environments in which women artists have had to create and present their work. Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 pm & Sundays at 3:00 pm. More info at http://www.carlcherry.org

First Friday
2022-11-04 17:00 - 20:00 | Monterey Museum of Art, 720 Via Mirada, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Yes, it’s first Friday in many places, but this one is special. It is at the Monterey Museum of Art and allows you to come and enjoy the museum after hours. There will be music and of course, art. More details at http://www.montereyart.org

Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Open House
2022-11-05 - 2022-11-06 | Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum, Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
If you love trains or know someone who loves trains, this is the place for you (or that person). The first weekend of each month the dedicated volunteers at the museum open the doors of their exceptional diorama/ train exhibit and answer questions about it and the local railroad history. These are some knowledgeable folks and can probably answer those pesky questions. Listen for the Train whistle in downtown Salinas and then you’ll know it’s open. http://www.msvrr.org for more options.

Farmers Market Marina Sunday 10-2
2022-11-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina
The days are growing shorter and nights are colder. The summer fruits have begun to disappear but the bounty of the area is still available at the markets. Come on out and see the selection, maybe see some neighbors and pick up some gifts for the coming holiday season. If these dates and locations don’t work for you please check out other markets at http://www.montereycfb.com

Harvey-Baker House (First Mayor's House)
2022-11-05 10:00 - 15:00 | Harvey-Baker House, Heritage Park, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Part of the new Heritage Park in Salinas is the Harvey-Baker House. It is the home of the first mayor of Salinas and one of the first residences built in the city proper. Friendly and knowledgeable docents will guide you through a trip into the early days of Salinas and California’s transition into the United States.

Railroad Museum Open House
2022-11-05 10:00 - 2022-11-06 17:00 | Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum, Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
The first weekend of each month the Monterey and Salinas Valley Railroad Museum opens to the public. Check out their elaborate setup of the historic rail lines through our valley and the actual “rolling stock” on display. The folks there are knowledgeable and friendly and love sharing their passion.

Monterey Outdoor Market
2022-11-05 10:00 - 2022-11-06 18:00 | Custom House Plaza, 5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
You may be forgiven if you think that this is a Farmers Market. They are outdoors also. But this is more focused on non-food items and meeting the makers of the products. This is a great time to stock up on those unique holiday gifts and decorations.

Rootstock Santa Cruz
2022-11-05 13:00 - 17:00 | Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, 705 Front St. , Santa Cruz, CA, 95064, United States
Here we have a celebratory fundraiser for the Santa Cruz Museum and wine tasting of the best of the local wineries. Good cause and good libations. How can you lose?

Kaleidoscope
2022-11-05 14:00 - 17:00 | Hartnell College, 411 Central Ave., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Just like the title this is a mixture of arts and fun. Raising funds for art programs should be fun, shouldn’t it? Theater, Sculpture, painting, and many other media will be represented as well as music. Come by and contribute to the arts in Salinas and beyond.

ParaNormal Cirque ll
2022-11-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Interesting and intriguing are the best descriptors available for this event. November 3rd through the 6th with two shows on Saturday and Sunday (5:00 & 8:00). Check out https://orange.cirqueitalia.com/events/709_Paranormal-Cirque-II-Monterey-CA for some details.

Lyle Lovett & John Hiatt
2022-11-05 20:00 - 23:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Here’s a great night of singer songwriters. Bet there will be marvelous stories and renditions of their work. Appearing at Golden State Theatre in Downtown Monterey go to http://www.goldenstatetheatre.com for details.

Booker Stardrum
2022-11-05 20:30 - 22:30 | indexical, 1050 River St. #119, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
If that name doesn’t get your attention, nothing will. Booker is an avant garde artist in “contemporary experimental electronic music”, fitting in with the focus of the musicians usually presented at Indexical. Like those others, it would be best if you check their description of Stardrum’s performances. Do that at http://www.indexical.org

Farmers Market Monterey Del Monte Mall (Sundays 8-12)
2022-11-06 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
