Soul of CA

Frankenstein Project
2019-11-15 19:30 - 2019-11-24 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | UCSC Mainstage, 1156 High St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95064, United States
What is Dr. Frankenstein was a woman? What is the creature was made of woman’s bodies? What if the creature could remember the lives of the people who lent their parts to her body? Interesting if not kinda creepy. You can immerse yourself in an evening of theater asking these questions. http://arts.ucsc.edu

Happy Hour @ Citricada Cantina
2019-11-15 08:00 - 2019-11-16 17:00, 2019-11-08 13:00 - 16:00 | 201 Main St., 201 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, 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

American Indian 101
2019-11-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, 1305 East Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
Rebecca Hernandez, UCSC lecturer and scholar will be presenting an informative talk on the differences and similarities of the varied groups of people that make up the indigenous inhabitants of the North American continent. http://santacruzmuseum.org

101 things to do in Santa Cruz
2019-11-14 16:00 - 18:00 | Santa Cruz Public Library, 224 Church St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Don’t wait, get out there and see Santa Cruz. These authors are making it easy. Everything is already listed. It’s a book talk at the Santa Cruz library, so it’s free. What more can you ask? http://scpl.org

Rebecca Solnit
2019-11-13 20:00 - 21:30 | Henry Miller Library, 48603 Highway One, Big Sur, CA, 93920, United States
Writer, activist and so much more Ms. Solnit will speaking at the Henry Miller Library about the environment and our role in its future. http://henrymiller.org

Ukulele Jam
2019-11-10 16:00 - 18:00, 2019-11-03 16:00 - 18:00 | American Burger, 738 Lighthouse Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, 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.

Younger Lagoon Reserve Tour
2019-11-10 10:30 - 12:00 | Seymour Marine Discovery Center, 100 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Come to the Seymour Marine Center and take a tour of the nearby lagoon. Birds, mammals, fish and many other fascinating things will be revealed to you as you walk in the company of a trained naturalist. Some of the subtle, hidden local beauty will enchant you and beckon you to return.

Walking Tour Point Sur Naval Facility
2019-11-10 10:00 - 11:30, 2019-11-09 10:00 - 11:30, 2019-11-03 10:00 - 11:30 | Point Sur Naval Facility, Highway One, CA, United States
Now that we have less and less use for facilities like this, they have become points of interest to the curious and researchers. Come and see how we kept watch for threats from the West. Weekends through November. Maybe you too can see Russia from this remote place. http://pointsur.org

Evita
2019-11-09 19:30 - 2019-12-07 22:30 | Western Stage, Hartnell College, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Andrew Lloyd Weber’s take on the rise and fall of Eva Peron and her effect on the history of Argentina has lots of drama and great tunes. Some subtle commentary on the state of politics and how nations change. http://westernstage.com
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30, Sundays at 2:00.

Evita (The Musical)
2019-11-09 19:30 - 2019-12-07 22:00 | Western Stage, Hartnell College, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
The Western Stage is presenting the story of Eva Peron as interpreted by Andrew Lloyd Weber. You won’t have to cry for Argentina because you will enjoy this production so much. (Full disclosure; I have friends in the production.) Saturdays and Fridays 7:30 and Sundays at 2:00. http://westernstage.com

Comedy Improv Night @ Dali Expo
2019-11-09 19:30 - 21:00 | Dali Expo Museum, Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
If you enjoy “Whose Line is it Anyway” Then come over to the Dali Expo and participate, maybe, in the performance of improv comedy at their venue. The group’s years of local experience will help you have a great time here in Monterey County. info@daliexpo.com

Monterey Comedy Improv
2019-11-09 19:30 - 20:30 | dali expo museum, Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Monterey Comedy Improv will bring their insights into local politics and controversies as well as things more interesting to those who prefer their humor more global and national. http://daliexpo.com

Art Walk & Open Studios
2019-11-09 16:00 - 19:00 | The Barnyard, Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States
In the Barnyard Shopping Center, like much of Carmel, there are artists’ studios. This is your chance to see their work, talk to the artists, and buy some of their works. (Or just visit.) Mark Falina and six other artists are opening their shops for you enjoyment. Every second Saturday through December. http://thebarnyard.com

Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker
2019-11-09 15:00 - 21:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
After all, it is a Russian composition based on a Austrian story, so why not check out the Russian’s version? Probably no covert operatives in the company right? Stunning production, sets, costumes, giant puppets and magnificent birds will make his into a presentation you won’t soon forget. Two showings one at 3:00 and the second at 7:00. http://goldenstatetheater.com

Early Schools of Salinas
2019-11-09 11:00 - 15:00 | 1st Mayor’s House, 20 Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93940, United States
When Salinas was a small town with big plans for its future the founding families knew that education was going to play a big part. The folks at the First Mayor’s House have gathered materials from those days. You may learn about the discipline methods, curricula, and daily life of teachers and students. An intriguing glimpse into the past. http://firstmayorhouse.org

Tea & Tarot
2019-11-09 09:00 - 10:00 | Pilgrim’s Way Bookstore, Dolores and Sixth, Carmel B.T.S., CA, 93921, United States
Wondering what the future holds? Looking for insight to guide your decisions? Or just want to try something a little different? Come to Pilgrim’s Way Community Bookstore on the second Saturday of each month and sip some tea while pursuing higher understanding. cynthia@pilgrimsway.com

Tea & Tarot
2019-11-09 09:00 - 10:00 | Pilgrim’s Way Bookstore, Dolores and Sixth, Carmel B.T.S., CA, 93921, United States
One of the longest-lasting spiritual bookstores in the area, Pilgrim’s Way hosts a Tarot reading, every Saturday morning, for your enlightenment and peace of mind. While you are being read you may enjoy a cup of some delightful tea. They have a lot to offer, of tea and tarot both. cynthia@pilgrimsway.com

Cars & Coffee
2019-11-09 08:00 - 10:00 | Weather Tech Laguna Seca Raceway, 1021 Monterey Salinas Highway, Salinas, CA, United States
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) and look around. http://weathertechraceway.com

Boomer Humor
2019-11-08 17:30 - 19:00 | Carmel Foundation, Lincoln & 8th, Carmel By The Sea, CA, 93921, United States
two comics, one Johnny Steele is a fixture on the San Francisco scene and the other, Richard Stockton, is a well known local funny man. They will entertain us with topical humor aimed at the folks from the “early bird dinner and show “stage of life. http://richardstockton.com

Nella
2019-11-07 20:00 - 22:00 | Sunset Center, San Carlos & 9th, carmel, CA, 93921, United States
If this name isn’t familiar, you need to check the list of recent nominees for the Latin Grammies. This young woman has sprung onto the scene after her audition tapes for Berklee Music went public. Add to that the intimate venue at Sunset Center and this should prove to be a marvelous evening of music.

Naming Mt. Thoreau
2019-11-06 19:00 - 20:00 | BookShop Santa Cruz, 1520 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Several years ago a group of Henry Thoreau scholars and enthusiasts decided to climb a previously unnamed mountain in the eastern Sierra Nevada as one step in renaming it for Thoreau. Here is their story. http://bookshopsantacruz.com

Patience Munjeri
2019-11-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Scotts Valley Public Library, 251 Kings Rd., Scotts Valley, CA, 95066, United States
A virtuosa at the Zimbabwean instrument, the mbira, Ms. Munjeri will speak on the topic of the role of elders in perpetuating the music and the traditions around the music of Zimbabwe. This sounds like a delightful, unusual evening’s entertainment and enlightenment. Go to the website for a picture of Ms. Munjeri and her instrument. http://santacruzpl.org

Solitary Garden
2019-11-05 17:30 - 19:00 | Baskin Art Studio, 1156 High St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
An art installation focusing the viewer’s attention of the gradual absorption of the incarcerated individual into the space that is doing the confining. As the plant growth covers the 6×9 space, the artist asks us to consider the end of incarceration. Food for thought, don’t you think? jackie sumell, the artist worked with actual prisoners in creating this artwork. As a result it carries a particular resonance. http://ias.ucsc.edu

UCSC Arboretum Community Day
2019-11-05 09:00 - 17:00 | UCSC Arboretum, 1156 High St. , Santa Cruz, CA, 95064, United States
On the first Tuesday of each month the University of California Santa Cruz opens their arboretum to the public for free. In addition, the will have several docents and naturalists on hand to handle your interesting questions. arboretum@UCSC.org

Jack Callahan & Jeff Witscher
2019-11-02 20:00 - 23:00 | Wind River, 421 Wild Way, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
This performance is entitled, “What happens on Earth, Stays on Earth”. It is filled with experimental music and innovative intentions in the performances. Please check the website for a more insightful description. http://indexical.org

Shelea Natural Woman: A Night of Soul
2019-11-02 20:00 - 22:00 | Sunset Center, San Carlos & 9th, carmel, CA, 93921, United States
This one named singer has performed in concert in many well-known venues, and worked with Stevie Wonder. She has a remarkably supple and tuneful voice and this promises to be a wonderful evening of song. http://sunsetcenter.com
