Moss Landing Street Fair
2017-07-30 | Moss Landing, Jetty Rd., Moss Landing, CA, United States
Stroll the colorful streets while enjoying shopping and dining in picturesque Moss Landing’s 47th annual Street Fair. Almost 200 different vendors and all the local regulars will be here. Parking is available, both free and low-cost ($5.00).

Thank-you Breakfast
2017-07-30 09:00 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | VFW Hall, 58 Monterey Rd. , San Juan Bautista, CA, United States
By way of thanking the community for their support through the past the local VFW is cooking breakfast and it’s free! Eggs, bacon, pancakes, etc. So bring your appetite.

Blues in the Park
2017-07-30 13:00 - 16:00 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States
Each week Seaside presents a wonderful band (or two) with a blues influence. Come enjoy a sunny (maybe) afternoon with a large group of like-minded music lovers. This week we get to hear Blues at Eleven and Shana Morrison, they’re bound to put on a great show.

Art of Eating
2017-07-30 17:00 - 20:00 | Herbert Family Farm, 1941 Fallon Rd. , Hollister, CA, United States
Local chef Mike Fisher presents a farm-to-table dining experience which will benefit local arts organizations. A three-course open air dinner featuring Morris grass-fed beef and Calera wines. Other locally sourced items will fill out the three course meal. Live music will aid in your digestion and enjoyment.

Point Sur Lighthouse Living History Day
2017-08-01 10:00 - 15:30 | Point Sur Lighthouse, Highway One , CA, United States
Come and see Big Sur’s historic lighthouse on the 128th anniversary of its opening. Lots of activities, games, and tours; spectacular views guaranteed. Last entry is at 2:00 so don’t delay.

Salinas Night Out
2017-08-01 16:00 - 19:00 | Salinas Soccer Copmplex, 1440 Constitution Blvd. , Salinas , CA, United States
An opportunity for the public to get to know the people who protect them. Police officers, firefighters, paramedics, and others will be participating in this national event aimed at increasing friendly interactions in place of the tension which often typifies those interactions.

Monterey Farmers Market
2017-08-01 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States
Thks and runs year-round rain or shine. You can travel the world in just three blocks, finding arts and crafts, handmade jewelry, furniture, clothing, international food, organic produce, flowers, and pastries.
Our produce vendors come from all over California, from Salinas and Watsonville, to Fresno and Sacramento, selling Certified and Organic Certified produce.
Arts and crafts vendors come from around the world, selling treasures from Africa, Colombia, Mexico, Russia, Japan, China, and Yugoslavia, just to name a few.
Our food vendors also serve up delicacies that are as international as our products serving up Indian, Japanese, Korean, Mexican, Mediterranean, and BBQ delicacies. In our Baker’s Alley you can find fresh pastries like baklava, European breads, cookies, muffins, pies, and cakes.
In addition to the products and food we offer, the Old Monterey Farmers Market also includes a variety of community events. You can donate blood through C.H.O.M.P., adopt a dog from the SPCA,register to vote, and enjoy live music from local musicians.
While the Marketplace provides a plethora of food, produce, arts & crafts, and community services, it is most importantly a cultural focal point of Monterey. As the largest congregation of locals year round, the Farmer’s Market offers a place for people to visit friends, make new ones, catch up with acquaintances, and discuss current affairs; the Old Monterey Farmers Market, established in 1991, comprises of 3 ½ city blocks.

Fort Ord Bicycle Ride and BBQ
2017-08-02 06:00 - 23:00 | Fort Ord, Seaside, CA, United States
An opportunity to meet other bicyclists and enjoy the lovely trails of the former Fort Ord military base. Check their website for more details and directions to the meet-up site. There are other activities available as well.

Cuban Revolution Lecture
2017-08-02 13:30 - 14:30 | Monterey Peninsula College, Morgan Stock Theatre 980 Fremont, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
As part of Gentrain Craig Wandke is going to share his personal recollections, memorabilia and historical facts around the revolution in Cuba. That is, before he and his family fled that same revolution. So come here his story and learn more about our complicated relationship with that island nation.

Boz Scaggs
2017-08-02 20:00 - 23:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Legendary, soulful, jazz influenced, all these terms used to describe the sound of Boz Scaggs and his band. Come hear for yourself at the lovely Golden State Theater.

Hooray for Hollywood
2017-08-03 19:30 - 22:30 | Golden Bough Theater, Monte Verde St. &SW 8th Ave., Carmel by the Sea, CA, 93922, United States
Celebrating the great music that often accompanies great cinema, and sometimes not so great cinema, the Golden Bough Theatre has gathered some of their talented folks to serenade us. Music from movies through the years is the content of the presentation and promises to be very entertaining. The show is available August 3 through September 3. Call for times and tickets.

National Steinbeck Center 19th Anniversary Celebration
2017-08-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Steinbeck Center, National Steinbeck Center, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
19 is definitely the key element here. Admission is $0.19, there are 19 raffle prizes, and it starts at 12:19. The Director, Susan Shillinglaw will be giving lots of info about the namesake and inspiration for the Steinbeck Center.

Memorial Hospital Farmers' Market
2017-08-04 13:30 - 17:30 | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States
Every week local farmers and small business people gather to offer a tasty and nutritious spread of foods, prepared or straight from the fields. Others offer a variety of goods for sale. Either way good bargains on great products are here for your perusal. Come down and get to know what’s happening, seasons change and merchants are always offering something new.

Toad the Wet Sprocket
2017-08-04 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Not just another weirdly named band, the name has a pedigree. They have had several songs on the Billboard charts and have maintained a presence since their appearance in 1986. Come see a fun concert at the beautifully restored theater.

Salinas Valley Half Marathon
2017-08-05 08:00 - 12:00 | Soledad Mission, Soledad, CA, United States
You already guessed from the title what this is. It starts at the Soledad Mission and ends at the Pessagno Winery. It is 13.1 miles through lovely farmland and up close and personal with vineyards. It benefits local charities and has runners from around the USA come to participate. So, if paying money to run is your idea of fun, come on down and join in!
