Gymkhana Show
2022-11-19 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Monterey County Sheriff’s Posse Grounds, Old Natividad Rd., Salinas, CA, 93902, United States
The Monterey County Posse Grounds is the place to be for horse loving folks this weekend. Lots of eager young riders will be showing their skill and well trained mounts. A wide variety of events will take place through the day and it will be exciting and inspiring. Starts early so don’t sleep in!

Farmers Market Salinas City Center (Saturdays 9-2)
2022-11-19 09:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
The holiday seasons are approaching and it’s a little harder finding those fruits we enjoyed in the summer. But the vegetables are still widely available and as fresh as ever. In addition there are some retail booths out there and you can likely find a present for that hard-to-shop-for person on your holiday list. Beside that there is still the opportunity to see your neighbors and check out the irresistible prepared food offerings. If this listing isn’t meeting your need for time and place check out http://www.montereycfb.com

Homecrafters Market
2022-11-19 09:00 - 15:00 | Carmel Sunset Center
This isn’t just a group of folks who hang out in a parking lot. This is a juried and judged collection of artisans selling their exquisite creations at the Sunset Cultural Center. They come from Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito Counties representing some of the more talented people in our area. This is another great opportunity to find those hard to please peoples’ gifts. Come out and see for yourself.

Flair on the Farm
2022-11-19 10:00 - 15:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States
Looking for new decorative ideas? Or perhaps some interesting gifts for your holiday list? Or just want to get out of the house after all the rain? Lots of these are available at the Salinas Sports Complex. Come down and get a little country look for the house. Or just look around.

La Selva Beach Holiday Fair and Book Sale
2022-11-19 10:00 - 17:00 | CA
In order for you to have time and ample opportunity to do your holiday shopping the folks in La Selva Beach are making it easy for you. Come to this sale, buy lots of unique gifts and score some cool books to give as well. Or just treat yourself to some. You win either way. More info at http://www.booksandbrewsLSB.com

Farmers Market Pacific Grove (Mondays 3-7)
2022-11-19 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States

Hops for Houses
2022-11-19 16:00 - 21:00 | Alvarado St. Brewery Salinas, 301 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
No, this is not an undiscovered Dr. Seuss book. It is a fund raiser with a very worthy cause, housing people without shelter. You drink beer and eat good food, the management sends 50% of your tab to Housing Resource Center, a group working to find housing for the homeless. (Easy peasy). Come to Alvarado St. Brewery’s grand opening at 301 Main St. in Salinas and knock back a few while knowing that it is all for a good cause. Find their website at http://www.asb.com

Lacy J. Dalton & Edge of the West
2022-11-19 18:00 - 21:00 | Hidden Valley Music Seminars, 546 Hartnell St. Suite B, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
These folks, well known and respected, will be in concert benefiting KSQD (Santa Cruz) radio station’s effort to get a boost for its signal. (That’s why you haven’t heard of it. The signal is weak.) The reputation of Ms. Dalton and the Edge of the West band is expected to be a big boost to the effort, so get your tickets soon. More info at http://www.hiddenvalleymusic.org

Andy Vargas (Love is What We Need)
2022-11-19 20:00 - 22:00 | Fox Theater, 239 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Featuring the Award nominated performer, Lupita Infante and many more acts, Mr. Vargas’ show also has people who have benefited from his foundation. Sounds like it will be a rousing evening of song and entertainment. Details available at http://www.foxtheatersalinas.com

Frankie Quinones (En Espanol)
2022-11-19 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Mr. Quinones is a standup comic who does a number of characters from viejas to Anglo hippie types. Probably a delightful evening but remember it is a Spanish only performance.

Farmers Market Monterey Alvarado St. (Tuesdays 4-8)
2022-11-22 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

Farmers Market (Carmel)
2022-11-24 10:00 - 14:00 | Dolores & Sixth Carmel, Carmel BTS, CA, United States
Chilly mornings make getting out and about a little more challenging but the fresh offerings at the local farmers market make for a good motivator. Yes, selections are limited but the values and the people make it a worthwhile use of your time. Come out and find that perfect item for dinner or find some lovely handmade item. You won’t regret the effort. If this particular market isn’t good for your time or place check out http://www.montereycfb.org for more possibilities.

Farmers Market Castroville Thursdays 4-dusk
2022-11-24 16:00 - 18:00 | CA
Days are shortening, nights are cooler, fall is coming and we start thinking about where did I put those sweaters? But the Farmers markets are still going strong. The ones that continue through September anyway. Time to buy the last offerings of those summer fruits, maybe this is the year to start canning? Find those treasures, see some friends, both while shopping at the farmers markets. If this one isn’t convenient check out http://www.montereycfb.com for more possibilities.

Farmers Market Del Monte Mall (Fridays 8-12)
2022-11-25 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States

Farmers Market (Del Monte Mall)
2022-11-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States

Vienna Boys Choir
2022-11-25 20:00 - 22:00 | Carmel Sunset Center
Is there a more famous or long standing touring choir? Maybe, but these kids are here now and are returning for the umpteenth time. They have appeared for royalty, movies, presidents, and just regular folks like you. There will be some amazing vocal work, you can be sure of that. Check out http://www.sunsetcenter.org for details.

Farmers Market (Salinas)
2022-11-26 09:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Barrels of Fun
2022-11-26 10:00 - 17:00 | carmel valley art association, Del Fino Place # 9, Carmel Valley, CA, United States
This is the 15th annual fundraising event for the Carmel Valley Artists Association. The namesake idea is the nine former wine barrels that are up for auction. Each of these has been decorated by local artists, seven by local pros and two by local high school art students. Along with the barrels there will be an art market, food, wine, and holiday cheer. In addition, you are supporting the local art community. More info and details at http://www.cvartassoc.org

Nathan Owens' Tribute to Three Queens
2022-11-26 20:00 - 23:00 | Fox Theater, 239 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
No it is not a revised version of the Christmas story but it is a song fest featuring the music of three legendary singers; Diana Ross, Tina Turner, and Aretha Franklin. Interpreted by Stacy Gardner, Lea Sweet, and Samantha Alexes respectively. Sounds like an evening of soulful singing and entertainment. And, there is a James Brown tribute as well, something for the deeper voices. More details at http://www.foxtheatersalinas.com

Farmers Market Del Monte Mall (Sundays 8-12)
2022-11-27 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States

Farmers Market Carmel Valley Community Center (Sundays 10-2)
2022-11-27 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States

Farmers Market (Marina)
2022-11-27 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina

Farmers Market (Pacific Grove)
2022-11-28 15:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States

Claudio Simonetti's Goblin (and Suspiria)
2022-11-28 19:00 - 20:30 | Rio Theater, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
Simonetti is one of the more talented and prolific of composers specializing in horror films. In this vein, he and Goblin are performing the soundtrack of “Suspiria” while the film is shown. Afterwards they will be performing the the music from “Goblin”. If this is confusing to you please go to the website and check it out. http://www.riotheatre.com

Farmers Market (Monterey)
2022-11-29 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

Patti Smith
2022-11-29 19:00 - 20:30 | Rio Theater, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
You know her as a rock and roller. Ms. Smith is also a poet, author, essayist and Commandeur de Atres in France. She is coming to town and will share her stories, songs and more. Not too often does a member of the Rock’n Roll Hall of Fame comes to the area, so check her out. Details at http://www.riotheatre.com

Duma/Masma Dream World/Only Now
2022-11-29 20:30 - 22:30 | indexical, 1050 River St. #119, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Indexical works to bring the most innovative and avante garde music to the area. This presentation is no different. These three African musical innovators bring their experiences with diverse groups and their own creative visions to bear. For a better description go to http://www.indexical.org

MB DART Symposium
2022-11-30 - 2022-12-01 | CSUMB University Center, 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States
Drones, Automation, and Robot Technology are the concepts behind the name. This gathering promises to be a glimpse into the future of these technologies and especially how they work together to create interesting innovations that will have an effect on our lives. More details at http://www.mbdart.org

El Mercado (Salinas Sports Complex)
2022-11-30 16:00 - 20:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States

Christmas at the Inns
2022-11-30 18:00 - 2022-12-01 21:00 | CA
Pacific Grove has a marvelous collection of well preserved inns. The two days of this celebration let the public come in, listen to lovely singing groups, enjoy seasonal refreshments, and take in the ambiance of the restored inns themselves. This is a great way to get a start on your holiday spirit. For details call the Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce at 831-373-3304 orhttp://www.pacificgrove.org
