You've seen her in movies, delivering her dry humor. Now see her in the flesh still taking an interesting point of view on modern life and its inanities. http://sunsetcenter.org

This is THE bike gathering on the West Coast and maybe in North America. Vendors, spectators and mostly participants at every level, veterans, beginners, kids, and lots of different ways to participate. Come and see for yourself what the Indy 500 of bicycles looks like. http://seaotterclassic.com

There is a certain cachet to the name "Pebble Beach" and when it is used for food and wine it seems even more special. There is going to be some good eating and drinking available throughout this event. See the Sea Otter Classic listing for a great way to work off these calories. Lots more […]

She has appeared on the Tonight Show 25 times as well as Conan and others. Ms. Madigan has won the Outstanding Female Comic twice. Come to the Golden State and find out why. http://goldenstatetheater.com

A new and exciting take on an ancient art, TAO transfixes audiences with dynamic performances of percussion and choreography. Come see Taiko like you  never envisioned it. http://sunsetcenter.org

Every year the volunteers from the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History go collecting specimens of the local flora. Then they bring them back for your enjoyment and education. Now comes your part. Come to the museum and see these beautiful plants and learn about them. Then next time you can be the knowledgeable one […]

You have seen or even grown a bonsai plant. This is the place to find a plant and learn the proper way to care for it. There will be experts, music, dancing, food, and plants. You can talk to other fans or experts. You can buy new plants and learn about the cultural "roots" of […]

In each even-numbered month the Weather Tech folks at Laguna Seca host a meet up for car fans. Whether you bring a one-of-a-kind beauty or the car you drive to work each day you can come out and enjoy the conversation and stories that bubble up from a group of aficionados while they are at […]

You will find everything in the title and much more at this fair. Bring your favorite rockhound or child who likes shiny things and you will have a great time. Maybe you are the one who likes all this. Doesn't matter. You will find it all here. http://cityofsantacruz.com

Salinas is a good example of the ethnic diversity of California and its history. Here is one of many reasons why. The religious and ethnic communities representing the history of the area, Filipino, Japanese, and Chinese are uniting to give everyone a chance to share in their history, culture and of course, food. Come see […]