My Town Pop-up Children’s Museum

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

Every weekend, Thursday through Sunday the CSUMB Center at the Steinbeck Center sponsors this pop up museum for the children of the community. Lot of fun activities and even some food during  the hours of the First Friday celebration, [email protected]

Taste of Morgan

Taste Morgan 204 Crossroads Blvd., Carmel, CA, United States

Lots of talented local musicians come by to Morgan and do what they do best, make music and entertain. In the intimate surroundings of the tasting room at the Crossroads you will enjoy the music and the delightful wines that they create just for that purpose. [email protected]

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 […]

Steinbeck Festival

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

For 38 years they have been celebrating the literary legacy of Salinas' best known resident. Pop in and learn lots of things about him and his works. Walking tours and lectures are available. You will enjoy yourself and learn a lot. http://steinbeck.org

Monterey Amberjacks (baseball)

Sollecito Baseball Park 777 Pearl St., Monterey, CA, United States

Yes, there is local baseball. These hard working youngsters play hard in an independent minor league. Their enthusiasm and enjoyment of the game for its own sake are inspiring. Come out and enjoy a baseball game with hot dogs, beer, soda, and fun.  http://montereyamberjacks.com

Jazz Friday

Wild Fish 545 Lighthouse Dr., Pacific Grove, CA, United States

The folks at Wild Fish Restaurant are making their early evening diners a little happier. They are featuring local jazz talent, and there is a lot of that, at their site and inviting you to come in taste, enjoy, and listen. Only on Fridays though. Check the website for more info. http://wild-fish.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 […]

Early Days @ San Juan Bautista

Downtown San Juan Bautista San Juan Bautista, CA, United States

The State Historic Park is giving you a chance to see what it looked like when San Juan Bautista was a brand new town and mission. Costumed docents, storytellers and much more is there for your enjoyment and maybe there will be some new insight about California history.  http://www.parks.ca.gov

Bug Walk (Earthbound Farm)

Earth Bound Farms 7250 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, United States

You've wondered how those organic farms do their work without chemicals etc, haven't you? Here's a chance to find out what they do. Interestingly, it involves bugs. Come see and help with the distribution of Ladybird Beetles (Ladybugs) and learn a lot also. [email protected]

Asilomar Wild Flower Walk

Asilomar Conference Center 800 Asilomar Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, United States

Looking for a fun, educational way to spend some time in a beautiful setting? Here's your answer. Walk around Asilomar with a naturalist and learn about the efforts to restore the plant life around the beach and through the park. See the greenhouse, meet the people making Asilomar the gem that it is. Register for […]