Men on Boats

Western Stage Hartnell College, Salinas, CA, United States

The story of John Wesley Powell and the group of men he recruited to explore the West and have adventures. The twist is that the cast is not male. Filled with sly appreciation of the roles men fill and the way we approach gender roles.  http://westernstage.com Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 and Sundays at 2:00.

The Wailers

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

Without Bob Marley since 1981, The wailers have carried on his musical legacy with the guidance of "Familyman" Barrett and Donald Kinsey. Lots of good music and probably some fascinating stories. http://goldenstatetheater.com

Dia de Los Muertos Run and Festival

East Cliff Shopping Center 21513 East Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Just in case you were looking for a chance to run with elaborate face painting and not feel self-conscious, here it is. The running part starts at 9:00 so arrive early to get painted or come already decorated. The festival part starts at 11:00 for those who just want the paint part. (Or for those […]

Walking Tour Point Sur Naval Facility

Point Sur Naval Facility Highway One, CA, United States

Now that we have less and less use for facilities like this, they have become points of interest to the curious and researchers. Come and see how we kept watch for threats from the West. Weekends through November. Maybe you too can see Russia from this remote place. http://pointsur.org

Sweet Jazz @ Embassy Suites

Embassy Suites Monterey Bay 1441 Canyon Del Rey, Seaside, CA, United States

Join Local Weatherman (retired) Jim Vanderzwaan and a rotating group of local talent as they share some great music and camaraderie each month's last Sunday. http://facebook.com/silvertideseaside

Daimh

St. Mary's By The Sea Episcopal Church Central and Twelfth, Pacific Grove , CA, United States

No, it's not a misspelling. It's a Gaelic word for "kinship". This band displays a lot of musical kinship. In that they are all acknowledged as great musicians before they gathered together as Daimh. Continuing their series of wonderful Celtic musicians, the St. Mary's congregation presents this beautiful quintet. http://stmarysbythesea.org

Ukulele Jam

American Burger 738 Lighthouse Ave., Monterey, CA, United States

They're everywhere, but more fun than the mobile phones that also are everywhere. Now you can see some folks having real fun with ukuleles. Come to American Burgers and bask in some good food and some good music. Sundays through the month of November. Call 831-373-7573 for more info.

Vertigo Day

San Juan Bautista State Park San Juan Bautista, CA, United States

Starting at 3:00 with a tour of the mission areas used in the movie, "Vertigo" and continuing into the evening (8:00)with a viewing of the film Hitchcock fans will be able to gain new insights into this master's work. If you are not a Hitchcock fan come by and see why he has the reputation […]

Haunted Mirror Maze

Monterey Mirror Maze 751 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, United States

What we have here is a maze, filled with mirrors, and lots of scary characters focusing on clowns. If that is your cup of tea, go ahead and come right in. http://montereymirrormaze.com

Jackie Venson

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

A remarkable young musician, Ms. Venson comes to visit us with her band and her soulful voice and delivery of lots of songs from different genres. In an intimate environment full of good music, this will be a marvelous evening. http://thejadelounge.com