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

Pacific Grove First Friday

Lighthouse Avenue lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA, United States

Like the name says, it is every First Friday. What changes is the nature of the activities and their focus. You get to come and see what is going on in the music and art scene in the area. All along Lighthouse and the adjacent streets. pacific Grove is filled with charming shops and businesses. […]

First Friday (Pacific Grove )

Downtown Pacific Grove Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA, United States

In the tradition of bringing folks to the center of town, Pacific Grove is rolling out the carpet for everyone. Come out and see the artists, musicians and interesting folks that make up America's Last Hometown. Info at 831-655-9775

Rubber Jellyfish

Carmel High School Highway One, Carmel By the Sea, CA, United States

An intriguing title isn't it? It's a film about a difficult reality, the problems with helium balloons and the damage they can cause by interrupting the feeding cycle of some already endangered animals in our oceans. The hosts are the student from Carmel High, they are presenting the film and a discussion afterward regarding the […]