Soul of CA

Dutch Oven Event
2020-05-09 12:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Patterson’s Cabin, 69125 Jolon Rd., Bradley, CA, United States

Rent
2020-05-06 20:00 - 22:00 | Sunset Center, San Carlos & 9th, carmel, CA, 93921, United States
Based on Puccini’s “La Boheme” Rent has been enchanting audiences for over 23 years. This is the 20th anniversary tour and brings all the excitement of the original production to Carmel. http://sunsetcenter.org

Phil DeGruy
2020-04-26 15:00 - 17:00 | Henry Miller Library, 48603 Highway One, Big Sur, CA, 93920, United States
He isn’t a household name, Nor is his instrument, the guitarp. It is of his own invention and he his a master of it. Nonetheless, he has combined a seven string guitar and a ten string harp and will be using it to enchant the listeners in his audience. come down to the Henry Miller Library and see for yourself. http://henrymiller.org

Asian Festival (13th Annual)
2020-04-25 11:00 - 16:00 | Chinatown, California and Lake Sts., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Salinas is a good example of the ethnic diversity of California and its history. Here is one of many reasons why. The religious and ethnic communities representing the history of the area, Filipino, Japanese, and Chinese are uniting to give everyone a chance to share in their history, culture and of course, food. Come see dance, hear music, and visit historic sites. http://salinasasianfestival.com

70th Annual Gem, Fossil, Mineral, and Jewelry Show
2020-04-25 10:00 - 17:00 | Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium, 307 High St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
You will find everything in the title and much more at this fair. Bring your favorite rockhound or child who likes shiny things and you will have a great time. Maybe you are the one who likes all this. Doesn’t matter. You will find it all here. http://cityofsantacruz.com

Cars & Coffee
2020-04-25 08:00 - 10:00 | Weather Tech Laguna Seca Raceway, 1021 Monterey Salinas Highway, Salinas, CA, United States
In each even-numbered month the Weather Tech folks at Laguna Seca host a meet up for car fans. Whether you bring a one-of-a-kind beauty or the car you drive to work each day you can come out and enjoy the conversation and stories that bubble up from a group of aficionados while they are at a great race track. Or just listen and drink Castle Rock’s delicious brew. http://weathertechraceway.com

Santa Cruz Bonsai Kai
2020-04-18 10:00 - 2020-04-19 17:00 | Santa Cruz Art and History Museum, 705 Front St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
You have seen or even grown a bonsai plant. This is the place to find a plant and learn the proper way to care for it. There will be experts, music, dancing, food, and plants. You can talk to other fans or experts. You can buy new plants and learn about the cultural “roots” of bonsai.http://santacruzmah.org

Annual Wildflower Fair
2020-04-17 10:00 - 2020-04-19 17:00 | Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, 165 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Every year the volunteers from the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History go collecting specimens of the local flora. Then they bring them back for your enjoyment and education. Now comes your part. Come to the museum and see these beautiful plants and learn about them. Then next time you can be the knowledgeable one on the hike. http://pgmuseum.org

Drum Tao 2020
2020-04-16 20:00 - 22:00 | Sunset Center, San Carlos & 9th, carmel, CA, 93921, United States
A new and exciting take on an ancient art, TAO transfixes audiences with dynamic performances of percussion and choreography. Come see Taiko like you never envisioned it. http://sunsetcenter.org

Kathleen Madigan
2020-04-16 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
She has appeared on the Tonight Show 25 times as well as Conan and others. Ms. Madigan has won the Outstanding Female Comic twice. Come to the Golden State and find out why. http://goldenstatetheater.com

Pebble Beach Food & Wine Festival
2020-04-16 - 2020-04-19 | Pebble Beach, Pebble Beach Resorts, CA, United States
There is a certain cachet to the name “Pebble Beach” and when it is used for food and wine it seems even more special. There is going to be some good eating and drinking available throughout this event. See the Sea Otter Classic listing for a great way to work off these calories. Lots more details at http://pbfw.com

Sea Otter Classic
2020-04-16 - 2020-04-19 | Weather Tech Laguna Seca Raceway, 1021 Monterey Salinas Highway, Salinas, CA, United States
This is THE bike gathering on the West Coast and maybe in North America. Vendors, spectators and mostly participants at every level, veterans, beginners, kids, and lots of different ways to participate. Come and see for yourself what the Indy 500 of bicycles looks like. http://seaotterclassic.com

Tig Notaro
2020-04-10 20:00 - 22:00 | Sunset Center, San Carlos & 9th, carmel, CA, 93921, United States
You’ve seen her in movies, delivering her dry humor. Now see her in the flesh still taking an interesting point of view on modern life and its inanities. http://sunsetcenter.org

Hanamatsuri
2020-04-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Watsonville Buddhist Temple, 423 Bridge St. , Watsonville , CA, 95076, United States
This important date in the Buddhist calendar celebrates the birth of the Buddha. Since the birth was accompanied by rain and a shower of flowers these elements play important roles in this celebration. Come and participate in a lovely ceremony and celebration of one of the world’s great religions. All are welcome. http://wbtemple.org

Mission Days @ San Antonio de Padua
2020-04-04 11:00 - 15:00 | San Antonio Mission, 1 Mission Road, San Antonio, CA, 93928, United States
This is one of the least changed missions in the chain of missions stretching along the southern part of California. Partly because of its remote nature but this only helps preserve its stark beauty. It is till a working church and this is an important fundraiser for the parish. Lots to look at and do while visiting. Bring some sunblock and an appetite. http://missionsanantonio.net

Pacific Grove "Good Old Days"
2020-04-04 - 2020-04-05 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
This is a celebration of the “Last Hometown” here in Pacific Grove. Lots of fun activities sure to entertain the whole family. Centered mainly in the center of town along Lighthouse Ave. you will find food, vendors, and activities. Of course there is a parade. http://cityofpacificgrove.org

Quilts by the Bay
2020-04-03 10:00 - 2020-04-05 17:00 | Chataqua Hall, 162 16th St., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Just like any other art form quilts have been evolving from the simple to the inspired. Since this area is filled with inspiration it only follows that there would be wonderful artistic quilts. Here’s your chance at seeing what these non-traditional artists have been up to. Seeing is believing. http://mpqg.org

Next Generation Jazz Festival
2020-04-03 - 2020-04-05 | Monterey Conference Center, 1 Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The Jazz Festival folks realized a while back that it wasn’t quite enough to celebrate the achievements and quality of current musicians. They decided to start grooming the younger crowd for careers in music. Hence this festival. You can hear the best of west coast youth musicians and more than a few of their instructors. Lots of talent on display and maybe you’ll be able to say, “I saw her back when.” Details at, http://montereyjazzfestival.org

Jake Shimobukuro
2020-04-02 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The first name in ukulele playing is coming to Santa Cruz with his trio. Compared with every string instrument’s best, Jake puts on a great show and plays a wide variety of tunes with his four strings. Truly remarkable. http://goldenstatetheater.com

Book Signing "Images of America" Davenport
2020-03-28 14:00 - 17:00 | Davenport Roadhouse, 1 Davenport Ave., Davenport, CA, 95017, United States
You’ve seen those sepia toned books celebrating cities and places of the United States. This one is about Davenport, not the couch, the city just north of Santa Cruz. Some of the people who were instrumental in the production will be on hand to sign copies and help launch the book onto local bookshelves. http://tasteofdavenport.eventbrite.com

Mindful Meditation in the Park
2020-03-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Palo Corona Park, Entrance south of Crossroads, Carmel, CA, United States
Join a mindfulness trainer as she guides this group on a walk through one of the area’s newest parks. The walk happens rain or shine so bring appropriate clothing and a thoughtful demeanor. More details at the MPRPD website or by telephone. http://MPRPD.org
831-233-1411

All Women's Ball(14th Annual)
2020-03-27 19:30 - 22:30 | Monterey Elks Club, 150 Mar Vista Dr., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
One can’t help but wonder, Who leads? nonetheless;ess this festivity celebrates women’s efforts at self-help. Sponsored by Community Human Services and benefiting homeless women and families it has been doing a good job of it all these years. Come help a good cause. http://chservices.org

Taj Mahal Quartet
2020-03-26 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Most of us will easily realize that the beautiful building in India is not appearing in Monterey for one night. Yes, it is the legendary Blues singer/player. After 50 years of singing roots music and blues, Taj is coming to town to share his music. http://goldenstatetheater.com

Michael W. Smith
2020-03-22 19:30 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
One of modern music’s most recognized performers He has 45 Dove Awards and three Grammies. He has sold over 15 million albums. Here he is in Monterey for your entertainment and devotion. http://goldenstatetheater.com

Younger Lagoon Reservation Tours
2020-03-22 10:30 - 12:00 | Seymour Marine Discovery Center, 100 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Come to the Seymour Center and go on this tour of the nearby lagoon,It is filled with wildlife of many types, especially birds. It’s a 90 minute trip around the lagoon with a knowledgeable guide and you will finish with a head full of interesting information. http://seymourcenter.ucsc.edu

Ballroom Social Dance
2020-03-21 18:00 - 22:00 | Chataqua Hall, 162 16th St., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
It starts at six with a quick lesson/tuneup for less skilled dancers and begins for everyone at seven. Music, dance and society. Come check it out. Check the website for news about potential cancellations. http://chdanceclub@gmail.com

Journey to Hokusai (Opening Reception)
2020-03-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Santa Cruz Art and History Museum, 705 Front St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
This exhibit is a visual journey through the process of learning about Tom Killion’s experiences with the Japanese print master, Kenji Takenaka. As he took Killion through the long rich traditions that are part of creating this art form Killion also experienced some personal growth. All reflected in the art of these prints. http://santcruzMAH.org

Women's Suffrage Century
2020-03-19 11:30 - 13:30 | HIlton Hotel Big Sur Room, 1000 Aguajito Rd. , Monterey , CA, 93940, United States
It’s been 100 years since the right to vote was allowed for women. Change has been slow but constant. Women sometimes disagree about the degree of change but it is inevitable. The Democratic Women’s Club of Monterey County are celebrating it with this luncheon and its speaker.

Younger Lagoon Reservation Tours
2020-03-19 10:30 - 12:00 | Seymour Marine Discovery Center, 100 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Come to the Seymour Center and take part in their tour of the nearby lagoon, home to a wide variety of wildlife , especially birds. A knowledgeable guide will take you around the lagoon on an easy trail for 90 minutes. You’ll know so much more by the end. http://seymourcenter.ucsc.edu

Heisenberg
2020-03-19 08:00 - 2020-04-12 17:00 | Jewel Theatre, 1010 River St. Colligan Theatre @ Tannery Arts Center, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
A play that explores uncertainty in our lives can be quite challenging. This one is. But makes for good theater. And good theater is challenging. So, come and find out how uncertainty works, sometimes. Thursdays at 7:30, Fridays at 8:00 and Sundays 2:00. details, http://jeweltheatre.net
