Soul of CA

Illustrating Nature
2025-05-02 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, 165 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
The Natural Illustration program at CSUMB trains young people to properly and elegantly depict the natural world. This exhibit is their opportunity to share the results of their hard work. The exhibit will run for six weeks so there is time to get to see it. But this is the opening and your chance to meet the artists. Go to https://www.pgmuseum.org for lots of details.

Sun, Wind, Wine Festival
2025-05-03 | Mer Soliel, 1290 river Rd., salinas, CA, 93908, United States
The Santa Lucia Highlands are the best place to get the grapes for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay and here is a way to enjoy more than 90 of them with lots of other people and share opinions about their qualities. In addition, you get some great food, and entertainment to make for a delightful experience in Monterey County. Information is available at https://www.santaluciahighlands.com

Good Old Days (Pacific Grove)
2025-05-03 - 2025-05-04 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States
It’s the celebration featuring the “Last Hometown” as they bill it. Two days of parades, music, food, festivities, and lots of fun for the family. Get yourself and the family over to P.G. and have a time. There will also be firefighters competitions, try not to get too wet. Go to https://www.business.pacificgrove.org/events It’s all free so come on over.

Farmers Market Aptos (8-12)
2025-05-03 08:00 - 12:00 | Cabrillo College Aptos Campus, Cabrillo College 6500 Soquel Ave., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States
Lookin’ forward to those May flowers? You’re not alone. There will be plenty of them at the Markets. Keep in mind that with the new month there will be several markets re-opening throughout the area. They all have fresh and local produce and friendly folks willing to give advice on preparation and storage. The graduation season is coming also and there are lots of unique and interesting items available. If the market you clicked on isn’t well suited to your needs try https://www.montereycfb.com and find different places and times.

Farmers Market Santa Cruz West (9-1)
2025-05-03 09:00 - 13:00 | 15th & East Cliff, Santa Cruz, United States

Farmers Market Salinas (9-2)
2025-05-03 09:00 - 14:00 | Old Town Salinas, Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Birth, Life, and Death of Stars
2025-05-03 10:00 - 11:30 | Carmel Valley Branch Library, 65 W. Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States
The celestial objects we see in the night sky have been fascinating our species for millennia. The advances in astrophysics have allowed us to understand much more than ever about the title of this talk by Dr. Kristin Brady. Come on out and expand your knowledge of the universe and learn what those incredible pictures from the telescopes really tell us. More information is at https://wwww.foclv.org

Farmers Market Moss Landing (10-2)
2025-05-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Power Plant, Highway One, Moss Landing, CA, United States

History Fun
2025-05-03 10:00 - 15:00 | Harvey Baker House, Station Plaza, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
The Harvey-Baker House is part of the Heritage Plaza in downtown Salinas. The knowledgeable docents there are pleased to share the story of the families who lived in this building on the first Saturday of each month. It has been a part of Salinas’ history and has many interesting pieces in their collection. While visiting there you can also check out the other historical buildings nearby. More details are to be found at https://www.firstmayorshouse.org

Railroad Days
2025-05-03 10:00 - 16:00 | Amtrak Station, Market St. and Salinas St. , Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
The first weekend of each month the members of the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad organization open their doors to the public. They have an extensive and detailed diorama display of the railway going through the Salinas Valley. Much more information about the local rail history than most of us have any idea about. More information is available at their website https://www.msvrr.org

Food Truck Fair
2025-05-03 14:00 - 21:00 | Amtrak Station, Market St. and Salinas St. , Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
There will be 25 food trucks as well as games, art activities, and music at this gathering of the best of local food trucks. Food from many of the ethnic groups that populate our area, and that will be most interesting and challenging, especially for those who like to experiment with their taste buds. At the parking lot outside the Amtrak Station at the intersection of Lincoln and Market Streets in downtown Salinas.

Swan Lake
2025-05-03 19:00 - 21:30 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The iconic ballet is coming to Monterey County. It proudly features the choreography of the historic presentations dating back to the original performances in the 1890’s. Lots of information is available on their website, go to https://www.classicalarts.net

Farmers Market Del Monte Mall (8-12)
2025-05-04 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States

Farmers Market Live Oak (9-1)
2025-05-04 09:00 - 13:00 | Mission St & Western, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market Marina (10-2)
2025-05-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina

Farmers Market Carmel Valley (10-3)
2025-05-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States

Tor House Tours
2025-05-04 14:00 - 17:00 | Tor House, 26034 Ocean View Blvd., Carmel By The Sea, CA, 93923, United States
Robinson Jeffers self-constructed home and Hawk Tower are having an Open House. You can get up and personal with the man, his work, and his home. There will also be food, music, and people who can fill you in on the process of building your own personal tower. Details are available at https://www.Torhouse.org

Monterey Bay FC V Miami FC
2025-05-04 16:00 - 18:30 | Cardinale Stadium, CSUMB campus, Marina, CA, United States
The Crisp & Kelp are off to a great start this season and they are aiming to not only qualify for the playoffs but win the whole thing. You can be part of this effort by coming out and cheering them on. There are several deals and specials available on their website. Go to https://www.montereybayfc.com

Farmers Market Pacific Grove (3-6)
2025-05-05 15:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States
The growing season is in full production and the results are in. They are at the Farmers Markets around the area. You can check out the nearest one or take a short trip to a new and different one, check out https://www.montereycfb.com for a full listing of the markets on the Central Coast. They have fresh produce, prepared foods and lots of interesting items for sale.

Farmers Market Barnyard (9-1)
2025-05-06 09:00 - 13:00 | The Barnyard, Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

Farmers Market E. Salinas (1-4)
2025-05-06 13:00 - 16:00 | WIC Office, 632 E. Alisal St., Salinas, CA, United States

Farmers Market Monterey (4-7)
2025-05-06 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

Western Food Safety
2025-05-07 - 2025-05-08 | Sherwood Community Center, N. Main St. , Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
A gathering of people concerned about the safety and cleanliness of our food production. It is only appropriate that they should come to Salinas. Sponsored by our own Hartnell College it brings in professionals from around North America. More information is to be had at https://www.westernfoodsafetyconference.com

Farmers Market CSU Monterey Bay
2025-07-10 14:00 | CSUMB University Center, 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States
We are at the height of summer and the days are warm and long. Just right for growing the wonderful produce that our area is so famous for. Come out to the markets and see for yourself. The summer fruits are at their peak just like so many vegetables. The farmers market are the sources of great food. It’s also a marvelous way to stroll in the sunshine and enjoy the weather. Check out the food vendors for an easy lunch. The bonus is that each member of your group can get whatever suits their fancy, no compromises on a single restaurant. More Market locations are on line at https://www.montereycfb.com

Farmers Market Natividad Hospital (11-3:30)
2025-05-07 11:00 - 15:30 | Natividad Hospital, E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, United States

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (1-5)
2025-05-07 13:00 - 17:00 | Cedar & Lincoln Sts., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market Hollister (3-7)
2025-05-07 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Hollister, Hollister, CA, United States

Farmers Market King City (4-7)
2025-05-07 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown King City, King City, CA, United States

Parkfield Bluegrass Festival
2025-05-08 - 2025-05-11 | Parkfield, South Monterey County, California, 93451
For 25 years they have been putting this on and their lineup reflects the reputation. The quaint town of Parkfield, known as the Earthquake Capital, is ready and waiting for you. More details and the lineup are featured at https://www.parkfieldbluegrass.org

Farmers Market Carmel BTS (10-2)
2025-05-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel
