Soul of CA

Walk in the Redwoods
2018-07-28 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Henry Cowell State Park, 101 Big Trees Rd., Felton, CA, United States
At Henry Cowell Redwood State Park a naturalist will take you through the big trees and inform you about the many subtle aspects of these magnificent examples of adaptation. Questions will be answered and knowledge gained, if nothing else you will be awed. Really. http://parks.ca.gov

Guided Tours of Redwood Forest
2018-07-28 14:00 - 15:00 | Henry Cowell State Park, 101 Big Trees Rd., Felton, CA, United States
Come to the Henry Cowell State Park and have those many questions answered by a real naturalist. Much better than the answers one gets from Dad. Every Saturday and Sunday through the summer. http://www.parks.ca.gov

Asilomar Summer Music Series presents Fred McCarty
2018-07-27 18:30 - 20:00 | Asilomar Conference Center, 800 Asilomar Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
The sunsets at Asilomar can be enchanting. If they aren’t, the landscape is still inspiring. The folks at the Asilomar Conference Center have a good idea; let’s bring in talented singer/musicians and have them entertain the visitors. All summer there will be weekly performances on their lovely patio. With nearby food and drink you can turn this into a lovely way to begin the evening.

Trivia Night
2018-07-27 18:00 - 19:00 | De Tierra Tasting Room, 5th and Mission, Carmel B.T.S., CA, 93921, United States
Not just any trivia night, this one involves flights of wine and hard questions. Buy a flight and you’re in. Last Friday of each month, early in the evening, so you have time to go out for dinner and a movie. After drinking some of their wonderful wine. http://detierra.com

Weird Science @ MY Museum
2018-07-27 10:30 - 11:30 | MY Museum, 425 Washington St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
If your child is scientifically curious, and whose child isn’t, come by the MY (Monterey Youth) Museum for Weird Science activities. They happen every Friday morning and have different themes each week. Participation is free with Museum admission. http://mymuseum.org

Gilroy Garlic Festival
2018-07-27 10:00 - 2018-07-29 17:00 | gilroy garlic festival, gilroy, CA, United States
This is the granddaddy of local festivals and the most pungent. They have everything you might imagine could include garlic. No need to list them here, go see for yourself. Wear sunblock and comfy shoes, don’t forget a hat. http://gilroygarlicfestival.com

Tor House Tours
2018-07-27 10:00 - 15:00 | Tor House, 26034 Ocean View Blvd., Carmel By The Sea, CA, 93923, United States
Robinson Jeffers, the poet and critic, built this house stone by stone after being taught the skill by a local craftsman. Just as he crafted his poems word by word he built Tor House and Hawk Tower. Come tour with a knowledgeable docent and get to know this fascinating person’s legacy.

Sweeney Todd
2018-07-26 19:30 - 2018-07-28 21:30 | Wharf Theater, 95 Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The demon barber has returned to the Central Coast. At the Wharf Theatre for two weekends and benefiting the American Cancer Society, Sweeney and Mrs Lovett will entertain us with Sondheim’s brilliant score and those irrepressible lyrics. If you haven’t seen it, you’ve really missed something. http://wharftheatremonterey.org

Circus Caballero Brothers (Circo Hermanos Caballero)
2018-07-26 19:00 - 2018-07-29 21:00 | Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
If you have a hankering to see an old-time circus with dangerous acts, flashy costumes, and animal acts, here is your answer. Former Ringling Circus performers and other pros who are the road 11 months a year plying their trade. They are all here. Check the website for specific details. http://circocaballero.com Two performances on Saturday and three on Sunday. (Told you these are hard working folks. )

The Fantasticks
2018-07-26 08:00 - 2018-08-12 17:00 | MPC Theater, Monterey Peninsula College, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
A classic Broadway musical brought to life here in Monterey County. “Try to remember” what it’s all about. Check the website for details about time and days.

International Chamber Music Concert
2018-07-25 19:30 - 20:30 | Cabrillo College Samper Recital Hall, 6500 Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States
Three musicians, two from the Netherlands, Elisabeth Perry, and Richard Wolfe and one local, Nicholas Harris will be presenting a short program of chamber music. Come and hear accomplished musicians doing what they love.

International Chamber Music Concert
2018-07-25 19:30 - 20:30 | Cabrillo College Samper Recital Hall, 6500 Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States
Three accomplished musicians, two from the Netherlands, Elisabeth Harris and Richard Wolfe, and one local, Nicholas Harris, will be presenting a program of chamber music. Come and be enchanted by their talent and the melodies of Faure. http://nick.harris.icloud.com

Border to Border VW Cruise and Show
2018-07-25 17:00 - 23:30 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Yes, it’s a group of about 100 cars, all VW’s, driving from Washington to Tijuana. Along the way the way they stop, rest and show off their vehicles. If you have a warm spot in your heart for all those unique and cool Bugs, Ghias, and minibuses in your past, come on down and see them. This is something you won’t see very often. call 831-650-2053 for more details.

Lavender Harvest Festival
2018-07-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Carmel Valley Ranch, 1 Old Ranch Rd., Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
If you like lavender, this is the place to be. Food, drink, and interesting products using the delightful plant will be available for tasting, drinking and appreciating. Then you might want to buy something. Lavender repels insects, helps some sleep, and just plain smells good. Come out to Carmel Valley and smell for yourself. kbensen@carmelvalleyranch.com

Brews for Books
2018-07-25 11:00 - 22:30 | Alvarado Street Brewing, 426 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Like so many great writers, you too can indulge in a little alcohol and still do something for literature. Well, for the local library anyway. The folks at Alvarado St. Brewing will donate a portion of their proceeds from this day’s profits to the Monterey Public Library (BTW this is the oldest library organization in California). So come down, help the library, and share in the legacy of so many writers.
