Little Car Show

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

While the BIG boys and girls are meeting around the Peninsula the little cars are here. The limit on engine size is one liter. That's small. Nonetheless the automotive engineers over the years have packed a lot of fun into these little 'uns. Come and check out some VERY interesting designs and innovations. http://marinamotorsports.org

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 […]

Rolex Reunion

Weather Tech Laguna Seca Raceway 1021 Monterey Salinas Highway, Salinas, CA, United States

After last week's warmup this is when it gets really interesting. Now there are 55o cars selected from over 1,000 entries. All types of cars, eras spanning from the 1920's to the current crop of vehicles. Again, they will be running all day each day. The paddocks are open and the crews'http://weathertechraceway.com hard work can […]

Library Concert Violin & Piano

Santa Cruz Public Library 224 Church St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

The talented pair of Emma (violin) and Kumaran (piano) Arulanantham will be performing selections from the works of Bach, Brahms, and Massenet. Looks like a wonderful afternoon of delightful music. More info about this and other scheduled performances is available at 831-426-3238  http://fscpl.org

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 […]

Digisaurus

Barmel San Carlos between 7th and Ocean, Carmel , CA, United States

London based DJ/producer James Allison, otherwise known as Digisaurus, is appearing and performing at Barmel. He has worked with well-known musician and is taking these wonderful experiences on the road.  http://digisaurusmusic.com

Salsa Dancing

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

Fridays at the Palomar Ballroom you can trip the light fantastic in the Salsa 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 you […]

Hand To God

Western Stage Hartnell College, Salinas, CA, United States

After some personal setbacks a young man joins a religious puppetry group. Imagine his surprise when his puppet starts developing its own theological perspective. http://westernstage.com

Steve Earl & The Dukes

Golden State Theater 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, United States

A songwriter of tremendous skill Mr. Earl can take us from laughing to crying in the same song. His current manifestation of his band, The Dukes,  is said to be among the best ever. Coe out, see some good singing and playing and have some of that good feeling land on you. http://goldenstatetheater.com

MonteBong

The Jade Lounge 2110 N. Fremont St., Monterey, CA, United States

If you are looking for something a little different, here is your novel idea. Go see MonteBong. They are a Mexican/Reggae band. Their influences cover all the greats of reggae and ska. Including Ska-talites, Marley, Maytal, and other legends of the genre. http://thejadelounge.com