Big Sur Marathon

This is the race you've been hearing about for all these years. Beautiful, challenging, and often blustery the BSIM  is one of the more demanding iterations of an already demanding sport.  You can run or just watch either way it is something you'll always remember. Details can be had by going to https://www.bigsurmarathon.org

Seldom Heard History (After the Civil War)

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

Scholars gather to share their insights into the history of the era fight after the American Civil War and learn more about the difficult times facing the nation in the wake of the most destructive war we have waged. Get your preconceived notions rocked a little during this weekend. Go to https://www.whtours.org for more info, programs […]

History Fun

Harvey Baker House Station Plaza, Salinas, CA, United States

The Harvey-Baker House is part of the Heritage Plaza in downtown Salinas. The knowledgeable docents there are pleased to share the story of the families who lived in this building on the first Saturday of each month. It has been a part of Salinas' history and has many  interesting pieces in their collection. While visiting […]

Railroad Days

Amtrak Station Market St. and Salinas St. , Salinas, CA, United States

The first weekend of each month the members of the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad organization open their doors to the public. They have an extensive and detailed diorama display of the railway going through the Salinas Valley. Much more information about the local rail history than most of us have any idea about.  More […]

Western Food Safety

Sherwood Community Center N. Main St. , Salinas, CA, United States

A gathering of people concerned about the safety and cleanliness of our food production. It is only appropriate that they should come to Salinas.  Sponsored by our own Hartnell College it brings in professionals from around North America. More information is to be had at https://www.westernfoodsafetyconference.com

Red Hot Chili Pipers

Carmel Sunset Center

No it's not the famous band, check the spelling. Bagpipers rule the stage in this alternative act...  Just imagine what an interesting concert this might be. A rock band with two bagpipers! Come check it out and be surprised.  Go to http://www.sunsetcenter.com and get all the necessary info.

Disenchanted

Carmel Sunset Center

Imagine an alternative Fairy land where the princesses of popular animated movies were a lot more realistic. That's the premise of this mature oriented musical comedy. Come see some well known heroines actually act like the center of their own stories. More info is at http://www.sunsetcenter.com

Quail MotoFest

Quail Lodge Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley, CA, United States

Formerly known as the Quail Motorcycle Show, this event has changed its name and a few things which you may notice. However, it is still devoted to motorcycles and their fans. You can find out more about this show featuring the best of older models and splendid new ones by going to https://www.peninsula.com

History Fun

Harvey Baker House Station Plaza, Salinas, CA, United States

The Harvey-Baker House is part of the Heritage Plaza in downtown Salinas. The knowledgeable docents there are pleased to share the story of the families who lived in this building on the first Saturday of each month. It has been a part of Salinas' history and has many  interesting pieces in their collection. While visiting […]

Railroad Days

Amtrak Station Market St. and Salinas St. , Salinas, CA, United States

The first weekend of each month the members of the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad organization open their doors to the public. They have an extensive and detailed diorama display of the railway going through the Salinas Valley. Much more information about the local rail history than most of us have any idea about.  More […]