Living History Days San Juan Bautista

san juan bautista mission 406 2nd St., San Juan Bautista Mission, CA, United States

Looking for a low cost, entertaining, and maybe educational afternoon? Come to San Juan Bautista for a Saturday. It's close and a step back in time, especially during the Living History Days. The first Saturday of each month the town is host to miners, smiths, coopers, and mountain men to name a few. You can […]

Evergreen Cemetery (Guided Tour)

Evergreen Cemetery 261 Evergreen St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

There are some people who find cemeteries fascinating sources of info and a view into the people who came through before us. If you are one of those or just want to get over your anxiety about cemeteries here's a guided tour of Evergreen Cemetery with a history and education professor from UCSC. Tracy Bliss […]

Hero’s Journey

Henry Mello Center 250 Beach St., Watsonville, CA, United States

This is a theme for a performance by Santa Cruz Symphony. It will feature pieces by Beethoven (Symphony #3 Eroica) and  Harvey (7 Decisions by Gandhi). Also featuring the performance by violin soloist, William Harvey. Info at http://www.santacruzsymphony.org There is also a performance on Sunday the 2nd at 2:00.

Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum

Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum Station Place, Salinas, CA, United States

The first weekend of each month these dedicated members of the museum open the door of their museum and share their collections and passion with the rest of us. Listen for the train whistle blown by their enthusiastic visitors through each day. Then you will know they are open. More info at http://www.msvrr.org

Farmers Market (Soledad)

Downtown Soledad Soledad, United States

As the days get longer and the rain and cold become less dramatic, the bounty of the Central Coast's farms finds its way to farmers markets.The ones that closed for the winter are starting to reopen. The prepared foods are just as tasty as ever and the retailers' goods are still tempting. Find a market […]

Monterey Football Club v. New Mexico United

Cardinale Stadium CSUMB campus, Marina, CA, United States

It's a new season and it looks pretty good. Last year's team was good and this year it looks even better. Come out and see for yourself. Be sure to dress warmly, it is Marina after all.  More details at https://www.montereybayfc.com/schedule/

Monterey Cherry Blossom Festival

Monterey History and Art at Stanton Center 5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, United States

We do have some cherry blossoms but their ephemeral beauty doesn't last long with our wind. So to celebrate that short life span the Japanese have made them a cultural mainstay. To celebrate this  locally the group, Shinso Mugen Daiko has come to town for two evenings. Taiko literally translates to English as "big drum" […]

Jo Mora Day

Monterey History and Art at Stanton Center 5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, United States

This is a first time celebration of Jo Mora's life and work. Maybe you aren't familiar with that name. His art is all over Monterey County, from the heads on the County Office Building in Salinas to decorative art in numerous other locations and  public building decorations. even used for album covers. Now much of […]

Monterey Museum of Art (MMA) Block Party

An innovative idea to get people in the museum, bring some of the art outdoors. So they will. There will be art exhibits, art activities for all ages, tours of the museum, food and drink, and entertainment. How can you miss? Despite the initials, there will be no mixed martial arts, sorry. More details? http://www.montereyart.org

Pasquale Esposito

Fox Theater 239 Main St., Salinas, CA, United States

A classically trained singer and acclaimed performer in local opera companies, Mr. Esposito sings in Italian, Spanish, and English. His new album, "Mi Nuevo Yo" consists of songs showing a different side of his love of music. Come see him oerform this and other pieces at the Fox in Salinas, believe it or not. More […]