Next Generation Jazz Series

Esteban's Restaurant 700 Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, United States

Each Thursday through September 12th, Esteban's Restaurant in the Casa Munras Hotel is sponsoring a series of performances by the most talented young musicians in the area at their venue. Your dinner includes the performance and you won't be dissatisfied. These aren't the kids who are still trying to work through the scales. These are […]

Naturalist Night (History of Insects)

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

What is that bug? You have probably asked yourself this question. Wouldn't it be nice to ask someone who knows? This is where you can go. Naturalists from the museum will be on hand to help you out and give the straight dope on the world of insects. http://santacruzmuseum.org

Feast of Lanterns

Lighthouse Avenue lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA, United States

Pacific Grove has been doing this for as long as living memory can recall.  Over the years it has had its share of controversy and yet it endures. Come see the city of Pacific Grove enjoy its homegrown pageantry, queens, princesses, princes, and parades. The town puts up its lanterns and many other decorations to […]

Pink Flamingo Open Mic Nite

Pink Flamingo Theater 2115 N. Fremont St. , Monterey , CA, United States

This is still an intimate venue and the talent is local, you can get up close and personal with some comic before fame strikes. http://pinkflamingotheater.org

Salsa Dancing

Palomar Ballroom 1344 Pacific Ave., SAnta Cruz, CA, United States

Fridays at the Palomar Ballroom you can trip the light fantastic in the Salsa 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 you […]

Hand to God

Western Stage Hartnell College, Salinas, CA, United States

After some personal setbacks a young man joins a religious puppetry group. Imagine his surprise when his puppet starts developing its own theological perspective. http://westernstage.com

An Evening With Jeff Bridges

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

Yes, the movie star has an avocation, of sorts. He plays with a band and rumor has it, does a good job of it. From his roles in movies about singers and his life in Hollywood he brings a storyteller's POV and a musician's expressiveness. This should be a most entertaining evening.http://goldenstatetheater.com

Earth Bound Farms Flower Walk

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

Come out to the beautiful Carmel Valley and get schooled, in a good way, about raising, arranging and selecting flowers for your garden and home. For the price of admission you pick and learn about the flowers the Earth Bound folks have available. [email protected]

Naturalist Night (Rockin’ Pop Up)

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

While wandering about in the area, you probably have wondered, "Just what kind of rock is this?" Here is a chance to get that question answered. Two PhD students from UCSC are on hand to fill in your knowledge. Bring your rocks and or a great description and they will help. Keep Rockin'.  http://santacruzmuseum.org

Elkhorn Slough Sunset Saturdays

Elkhorn Slough NERR 1700 Elkhorn Slough Rd., Watsonville, CA, United States

The name says a lot doesn't it? They have extended the hours on the last Saturday of the month so that you may visit the slough and see the activity of the animals at and near sunset. The setting sun and the sky are often something to see as well. http://elkhornslough.org