Soul of CA

Farmers Market Aptos (8-12)
2024-10-26 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Cabrillo College Aptos Campus, Cabrillo College 6500 Soquel Ave., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States
Going to the Market is still a great way to see what seasonal produce is available and discover interesting ways to prepare the savory offerings. There’s the fresh air and social interactions that are so helpful to our well-being. Obviously going to the market is good for you in a variety of ways. Be sure to check if the market you are considering is open, some are closing this time of year. There are other options available at https://www.monterycfb.com

La Mafia
2024-10-25 20:00 - 22:30 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
No, the organized crime syndicate is NOT on tour. It’s a band and their tour is called “Estan Tocando Fuego”. (Literally, “They are Touching Fire”) Sounds like an evening of lively music. Check out their sound at the Golden State. More info at

Ghost Walk 2024
2024-10-25 18:00 - 2024-10-26 20:30 | Downtown San Juan Bautista, San Juan Bautista, CA, United States
San Juan Bautista has a long history and many interesting stories to tell. One great way is to hear the spooky stories in their context and place. This tour will cover some of the interesting stories and history and leaves every half hour after 6:00 until 8:30 from their site at 3rd and Mariposa. Call 831-320-1764 and get more info and answer questions.

Family Fun Event @ Harvey Baker House
2024-10-25 18:00 - 2024-10-26 20:00 | Harvey Baker House, Station Plaza, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
They are throwing open the doors of the oldest house in Salinas. Come and see if there are any spooky things going on there. Maybe, just as they say it’s just fun. Only one way to find out. But there are two days to learn. https://www.firstmayorshouse.org

Pearl Works 3rd Anniversary
2024-10-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Pearl Works, 288 Pearl St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The folks who offered their space for meaningful conversations are celebrating the fact that they are still asking questions and spurring conversations. There is an art exhibit also. So come over and get some conversation topics, food, art, and good vibes. Go to https://www.archieapp.co/the-pearlworks and get lots of info.

Mercado Popular Salinas Sports Complex (4-9)
2024-10-25 16:00 - 21:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States

Farmers Market Salinas Valley Hospital (12-5)
2024-10-25 12:00 - 17:00 | Farmers Market Salinas Valley Memorial (12-5)

Indian Percussion Workshop
2024-10-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Hidden Valley Music Seminars, 546 Hartnell St. Suite B, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Hidden Valley Music Seminars is hosting a free workshop about the percussion instruments of India. The instructor is an accomplished musician and teacher. Go to their website at https://www.hiddenvalleymusic.org to find info and more.

One Hundred Thousand Rides
2024-10-24 17:00 - 20:00 | Weather Tech Laguna Seca Raceway, 1021 Monterey Salinas Highway, Salinas, CA, United States
I commemoration of the successful completion of so many rides for seniors and others who need more specialized transportation, ITN of Monterey County is giving us a chance to celebrate their success with them. Come out to Laguna Seca and join in with them. There will be “hot laps” and go-karts to entertain you and lots of other fun stuff. More information is available at

Farmers Market Seaside (3-7)
2024-10-24 15:00 - 19:00 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States

Farmers Market CSUMB (2-6)
2024-10-24 14:00 - 18:00 | CSUMB University Center, 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States

Senior Resource Day
2024-10-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Active Seniors Center, 100 Harvest St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
This is aimed at the Boomer generation, not school attendees. The point is to make sure that lots of them know about the resources available to them in the local area. Important things like buses, meals, and social workers will be featured and are there specifically to answer questions and concerns. Go to https://www.activeseniorsinc.org

Apple Tasting
2024-10-24 11:00 - 16:00 | Wilder ranch State Park, 1401 Coast Rd. , Santa Cruz , CA, 95060, United States
These aren’t just any apples. These are rare or vintage fruit varieties. They have been grown by the orchardists at UCSC. You can taste the unique qualities of these rare fruits and learn about their histories and realize what we miss in the grocery stores we shop at.

Farmers Market Carmel BTS (10-2)
2024-10-24 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel

Farmers Market Soledad (4-8)
2024-10-24 08:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Soledad, Soledad, United States

Farmers Market King City (4-7)
2024-10-23 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown King City, King City, CA, United States

Farmers Market Hollister (3-7)
2024-10-23 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Hollister, Hollister, CA, United States

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (1-5)
2024-10-23 13:00 - 17:00 | Cedar & Lincoln Sts., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market Natividad Hospital (11-3:30)
2024-10-23 11:00 - 15:30 | Natividad Hospital, E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, United States

Farmers Market Pacific Grove (3-6)
2024-10-22 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

Farmers Market E. Alisal (11-4)
2024-10-22 11:00 - 16:00 | WIC Office, 632 E. Alisal St., Salinas, CA, United States

Farmers Market Pacific Grove (3-7)
2024-10-21 15:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States

Farmers Market Carmel Valley (10-3)
2024-10-20 10:00 - 15:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States
The leaves are changing colors, the air is cooler and crisp, days are shorter and shorter, autumn is here. Some of the farmers markets are closing for the season and will return in the spring. So get out there and make sure you have the freshest of the available produce. It’s also time to be thinking about the gifting season. Lots of interesting crafts are available and there’s some prepared food around so you can maintain your strength. Get out there. More dates, times, and locations are at https://www.montereycfb.com

Farmers Market Marina (10-2)
2024-10-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina

Farmers Market Live Oak (9-1)
2024-10-20 09:00 - 13:00 | 15th & East Cliff, Santa Cruz, United States

Beatles Vs. Stones
2024-10-19 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The title says it all. If you preferred one group over the other, come and find out what the other side thinks. If you are just a rock fan, then come out to hear two tribute bands do their best to impress you. In short, there is something for any fan of music and musical rivalry. Go to https://www.goldenstatetheatre.com and get the details.

Firefighters Charity Ball
2024-10-19 17:00 - 22:00 | Monterey Marriott, 355 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Monterey’s Fire Department serves several areas and communities in addition to the city of Monterey. Here is an opportunity to support them and their efforts. In addition there is something fun to enjoy, the awards for firehouse cooking. Sure to be some good-natured ribbing. (Pun intended.) Go to https://www.montereyfirefighterfoundation.org and get more information.

ESpooky Makers Market
2024-10-19 16:00 - 20:00 | CA
Want to meet other creative people? Especially the ones who make interesting Halloween centered stuff. Come to this gathering at 310 4th St.

Haunted House
2024-10-19 12:00 - 2024-10-20 17:00 | 2830 Fifth St., Marina, CA, United States
It’s that time of year, when so many want to be terrified by the supernatural. (As if the reality wasn’t enough.) Check out this venue for several successive weekends. It promises to be REALLY frightening. Call 408-726-8453 for details and questions answered.

Open Studios
2024-10-19 11:00 - 17:00 | CA
Throughout the Monterey artistic community these open studio tours are a great way to see what everyone is up to. And for us non-artists it’s a chance to see some really interesting art. This is the 32nd time they’ve done this and 125 artists, galleries, and studios are showing their works and processes to the world. Come check them out, more info and maps are at https://www.arts4mc.org
