Summer Tours @ John Steinbeck House

Steinbeck House 132 Central Avenue, Salinas, CA, United States

Take a tour through the boyhood home of Mr. Steinbeck, our most famous son. Especially for this year the upstairs rooms will be available also. Come by and tour with a knowledgeable docent then stay for lunch and a visit to the gift shop. Tours begin at 11 and 12 and 1. Latecomers can be […]

UCSC Arboretum Community Day

UCSC Arboretum 1156 High St. , Santa Cruz, CA, 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. [email protected]

Admission Day BBQ

Native Daughters OT Golden West 203 4th St., San Juan Bautista, CA, United States

The Native Daughters of the Golden West want to remind you of the importance of California's entrance into the Union. To do that they are holding a BBQ and invite you to participate. Come to their adobe at 203 4th St. and eat some delicious food. (For more info call them at 831-245-5829.)

East Coast Swing

Palomar Ballroom 1344 Pacific Ave., SAnta Cruz, CA, United States

Wednesdays at the Palomar Ballroom you can trip the light fantastic in the East Coast Swing 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 […]

Moon for the Misbegotten

Colligan Theatre at Tannery Arts Center 1010 River St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Eugene O'Neill's work touches the heart of its audiences. For good reason he is one of the most awarded American Playwrights. The Jewel Theatre in Santa Cruz is presenting one of his more approachable plays. Thursday through Sunday in the month of September. Check their website for more details.   http://jeweltheatre.net

Next Generation Jazz Series

Esteban's Restaurant 700 Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, United States

Each Thursday through September 12th, Esteban's Restaurant in the Casa Munras Hotel is sponsoring a series of performances by the most talented young musicians in the area at their venue. Your dinner includes the performance and you won't be dissatisfied. These aren't the kids who are still trying to work through the scales. These are […]

Joullian Vineyards BINGO

joullian winery 2 Village Dr., Carmel Village, CA, United States

Each first Thursday Joullian Vineyards is offering a chance to show your knowledge of wine terms. Along the way you can enjoy a great bargain on good wines. Get a BINGO card and a glass of wine for a single price and then keep testing their quality wines. http://joullian.com

Pericles, Prince of Tyre

Circle Theater San Carlos and 9th, Carmel BTS, CA, United States

One of Shakespeare's more feel-good plays, Pericles is filled with humor, confrontations, and romance. All one up as only "The Bard" can do. Check the website for details about dates and times. http://pacrep.org

Art Talk (1st Friday)

Steinbeck Center National Steinbeck Center, Salinas, CA, United States

As part of the First Friday events the Library is sponsoring a talk on the arts. Jesus Nunez will focus on visual arts and Antonia Fiske will bring insights on written work. (Probably predictable at the Steinbeck Center.)  info at [email protected]  or 831-758-7041.

Waves & Wildlife Celebration

Sanctuary Exploration Center 35 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

This is a photographic exhibit and contest sponsored by Save Our Shores and NOAA (the folks who manage the Marine Sanctuary). n addition the brewers at Discretion Brewery will be supplying some of their distinctive and tasty concoctions for enjoyment. Bring your own mug/glass. That way it will be even better for the ocean.   phone […]