• Educated (Edition)

    Carmel Sunset Center

    This is a presentation by the author of the memoir "Educated", Tara Westover. Ms. Westover was raised by parents who did not believe in public education. Luckily, she had thoughtful friends and other family members who aided her in education. She eventually found her way to respected institutions of education and was able to overcome […]

  • Art & Poetry by Local Veterans

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

    The name says most of it. There will be an abundance of creativity on display here. Helping vets with any difficulties re-entering civilian life or coping with the distress from their experiences working on our behalf. List of the participants and more info at http://www.santacruzpl.org

  • Who’s Got Their Back?

    Corral de Tierra Country Club 81 Corral de Tierra, Salinas, CA, United States

    This is an arm of the Community Foundation for Monterey County focusing on the plight of homeless women. Elegant food, fine wine, and a good cause will make for an excellent evening. For more info go to http://www.corraldetierracc.com or http://www.fundforhomelesswomen.org

  • Bach to Bop (A Musical Journey)

    MIIS Irvine Auditorium 499 Pierce St., Monterey, CA, United States

    The title says a lot. There will be a lecture demonstration of the changes in music over the centuries and what are the roots of the music we listen to in this modern era.  Loren Schoenberg is the guide through the years and changes. For more info go to http://www.go_miis.edu/thomshanker

  • DNA Day

    Baskin Engineering Courtyard UCSC Campus, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

    Fun activity at UCSC, a celebration of DNA. In a way it should be bigger than Mother's Day. After all, DNA is responsible for ALL of life. If you come out to the Baskin Engineering Courtyard you can be part of a person-sized DNA chain and get a T-shirt for participating. There will be lots […]

  • Potter the Otter

    Del Monte Shopping Center Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, United States

    Potter the Otter is the title character of a children's book aimed at promoting healthy lifestyle and eating. Potter will be featured in a live presentation for the young set and entertain and educate them. There will be more visits by Potter in the near future, in case you miss this one, so don't fret. […]

  • Evening with Larry & Joe

    Kuumbwa Jazz Center 320 Cedar St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

    The big question is what do Larry and Joe do? Their names are Larry Bellorin, from Venezuela, and Joe Troop, from North Carolina and they play music from their respective homes. The result is a unique blend of musical backgrounds and seems to depend on which instruments they put in the van before they take […]

  • White Album Ensemble

    Rio Theater 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

    These talented local musicians have been delighting audiences for a long while with their renditions of Beatles albums and more. The current show is a combination of an abridged White Album and the Abbey Road albums. You can be certain that they will do a masterful take on the famous Beatles productions. While they are […]

  • California’s Oldest State Park

    Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History 705 Front St. , Santa Cruz, CA, United States

    This is the topic of discussion and consideration. What is the future of Big Basin State Park? Ravaged by fire, slides, and storms with recent repairs and lots in the future; what's to be done? And how to acknowledge the great history of the lovely landmark? You can be part of its future, come hear […]