Sun, Wind, Wine Gala

A celebration of the wines of the Santa Lucia Highlands. A dozen of the wineries in the area will be presenting their best creations for your enjoyment and purchase.  In addition, the gala will be happening at the unique location , the Mer Soleil Winery. So this is a special evening in more than one […]

Bee Experience

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

If you need more info about beekeeping, or if you want to see how it's done, or just something fun to do with the kids, here it is. EarthBound Farms has over 35,000 bees in their hives. There are two tours an 11:00 tour aimed at adults and a second at 1:30 for kids. (I […]

History Fair

Capitola History Museum 4400 Jade St., Capitola, CA, United States

Bring your old photos, memories, stories and share your family's story. The Capitola History Museum is interested in collecting lots of information about the area. There will be kid's activities, and lots to learn about the area. http://capitolamuseum.org

Waiting For Godot

Circle Theater San Carlos and 9th, Carmel BTS, CA, United States

While two men wait and talk about the world, we watch, listen, and learn. Filled with humor, pathos, and thoughts about the human condition, the play has become a touchstone for modern philosophy. check the website for times and dates. http://pacrep.org

Strawberry Fields Forever XXX Bike Ride

Pajaro Valley High School 500 Harkins Slough Rd., Watsonville, CA, United States

Don't let the triple X fool you it's a legit Bike ride through the fields of the Watsonville area. Not surprisingly they are growing strawberries. With rides of varying lengths 30, 65, and 100 miles it is for more serious cyclists. Don't let this scare you off. There are still other fun things to do […]

San Juan Bautista Show & Shine

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

All those autos from your youth and before will be on display in their polished and restored glory. The weather in San Juan Bautista is always wonderful this time of year so be ready for a lot of sun and shiny cars. Sunblock and shades are definitely called for. http://goldcoastrods.com

Women of the Castro Adobe

Castro Adobe Historic Park 184 Old Adobe Rd., Watsonville, CA, United States

From the indigenous women working in the area to the female archaeologists working in the modern era, there have been many of them. Here we have a presentation encompassing their lives and work.

Seaside Craft Sunday

Seymour Marine Discovery Center 100 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Every Sunday from one until three the Seymour Center offers family fun. Lots of crafts and other fun stuff to engage the participants in the importance of our oceans and the variety of life in them. Looking for something to do with everyone in the family? http://seymourcenter.ucsc.edu/

Mysterious Mongolia

Monterey United Methodist Church 1 Soledad Place, Monterey, CA, United States

Join Douglas Steakley, intrepid explorer,  and the Asian Art Society will present his reflections on the interesting and historic country of Mongolia. http://aasmb.com

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 […]