Every year thousands of bedraggled and tired Monarch butterflies make their trip to our area. Resting, eating, and so much more. Come and celebrate their return with art, crafts, games , and more. http://santacruzstateparks.com
In support of their latest album, Michael Franti & Spearhead will be making music at the Golden State Theater in Monterey. Titled Stay Human Vol II and is filled with songs to uplift the human spirit in these troubling times the album will fill the theater with happiness and poignancy. http://goldenstatetheater.com
Two excellent performers in a laid back atmosphere in one of the world's more beautiful places. How can you beat that? Come to the Henry Miller Memorial Library and find out what this is all about. http://henrymiller.org
Talented Spanish musicians and one Russian are going to present the music of their beloved country. Voice, strings, and perussion will fill in an evening of music recalling the ambiance of Spain. Don't let the website's name put you off, this is a Hidden Valley Music Center presentation. 310-403-5096 or http://bigsurfiddlers.com
This man needs no introduction from me. Friend of Oprah and media star Dr. Chopra message is well-known. He is coming to Santa Cruz to spread his news and sell a book or two. Price of admission includes his recent book. [email protected]
Yes, it's been thirty years. You, if you were alive and aware, know right where you were. The effects and the ways to proect yourself in the future are the topics of this presentation. http://santacruzmuseum.org
The Zmed Brothers use their brotherly sound to recreate the sound of those other very famous brothers, Phil and Don Everly. (Nothing like a genetic link for good harmonies.) http://sunsetcenter.org
Here it is, the outrageous and confusing musical that celebrates uniqueness. Just in time for Halloween. Coincidence? Not likely. For just a few days the Paper Wing folks are reviving (pun intended) RHPS. Bring some playing cards, toast or your favorite character's costume and have a fun evening. See website for special showings. http://paperwing.com
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
If you are a night owl and find sunrises to be an acquired taste, nice for some but not for you, here's a great way to enjoy a lot of them. There is a event called "The Seven Days of Sunrises" in which people get up really early and create an image of the sun […]
