Soul of CA

Waves & Wildlife Celebration
2019-09-06 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Sanctuary Exploration Center, 35 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
This is a photographic exhibit and contest sponsored by Save Our Shores and NOAA (the folks who manage the Marine Sanctuary). n addition the brewers at Discretion Brewery will be supplying some of their distinctive and tasty concoctions for enjoyment. Bring your own mug/glass. That way it will be even better for the ocean. phone # 831-462-5660 http://saveourshores.org

Pacific Grove First Friday
2019-09-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Lighthouse Avenue, lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Like the name says, it is every First Friday. What changes is the nature of the activities and their focus. You get to come and see what is going on in the music and art scene in the area. All along Lighthouse and the adjacent streets. pacific Grove is filled with charming shops and businesses. Check them out. http://firstfridaypacificgrove.org

Art in the Pastures of Heaven (12th Annual)
2019-09-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Church of The Good Shepherd, 301 Corral de Tierra, Salinas, CA, 93908, United States
Local artists and the church have been benefiting from this event for 11 years. The items for sale, the wine and beer, the food, and the art displayed are all locally made. There is a raffle of items which will directly benefit the church and many works of art in as many media as you can imagine. Wood, paint, glass, sculpture, etc are all represented. Info at cogsartshow@gmail.com or call 831-659-0483

Salsa Dancing
2019-09-06 19:30 - 22:30, 2019-09-13 19:30 - 22:30 | Palomar Ballroom, 1344 Pacific Ave., SAnta Cruz, CA, 95060, 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 East Coast Swing aficionados, they have the same deal on Wednesdays for those who dance in the that style. Or for those who can’t get enough dancing in one week.

Cars & Coffee
2019-09-07 08:00 - 10:00 | Weather Tech Laguna Seca Raceway, 1021 Monterey Salinas Highway, Salinas, CA, United States
Occasionally the folks at Weather Tech Raceway (Laguna Seca to locals) open the track and paddock to car lovers and their vehicles. They provide the coffee, from Castle Rock Coffee, and you supply the car. Or someone else does and you look at them. Today is one opportunity for you to come in (for free) and look around. http://weathertechraceway.com

150th Celebration Weekend
2019-09-07 08:00 - 2019-09-08 17:00 | Downtown San Juan Bautista, San Juan Bautista, CA, United States
It’s a whole weekend devoted to the history of San Juan Bautista. Parades, parties, Pancake Breakfast and so much more. (Some don’t even start with “P”.)How often do you get to help celebrate a 150th birthday? Come and help San Juan make it really festive. http://sanjuanbautistaca.com

Civil War Days
2019-09-07 09:00 - 2019-09-08 17:00 | San Benito Historical Park, 8300 Airline Highway Rd. (Hwy 25), Tres Pinos, CA, 95075, United States
Think back to a time when our nation was truly ripped apart by the violent confrontations between armies of men. The folks at the San Benito Historical Society are making this easy for two days in September, the 7th and 8th. Starting at 9;00 AM each day they will have battle re-enactments, speakers, and other historical demos and vendors. You can watch, listen, ask questions, and purchase interesting, one-of-a-kind items.

Castle Rock Guided Walks
2019-09-07 11:00 - 2019-09-08 12:00 | Castle Rock State Park, 15000 Skyline Dr., Los Gatos, CA, 95033, United States
Every Saturday and Sunday through October 31st the staff at Castle Rock State Park will be taking folks like you on hikes through the impressive forest that is this park. They begin at 11:00 and last an hour, the hike is just over a mile and filled with lots of interesting things.

John Steinbeck War Correspondent
2019-09-07 14:00 - 15:30 | Monterey Public Library, 625 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
For those of us who only read Steinbeck as required this part of his life is non-existent. But he went to WWII and Vietnam to write about the lives of soldiers, much like his work with the everyday people of his novels. Dr. David Wrobel will bring this part of our local famous person to life. great way to learn some very interesting stuff. http://monterey.org/library

Treasure Island (San Francisco Mime Troupe)
2019-09-07 14:30 - 17:00, 2019-09-08 14:30 - 16:00 | San Lorenzo Park, 137 Dakota Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Right, you’re thinking “mime”. Wait, this is SF’s award winning group. And this is Treasure Island, by Robert Louis Stevenson. So try it, it’s free! It’s also an updated adaptation of the story with Jim Hawkins and Long John Silver recast as a city official and an unscrupulous developer. Lots of fun will ensue and it will be quiet! Nice change, eh? http://sfmt.org

Time Untethered
2019-09-07 16:00 - 18:00 | Cabrillo College Aptos Campus, Cabrillo College 6500 Soquel Ave., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States
After their retirement several of the faculty at Cabrillo College realized that their creativity had more time to flourish. This exhibit focuses on their works since retirement. Works in diverse media like, stone, photography, and paint will be featured in the exhibit. The reception starts at 4:00 with discussions by the artists until 5:00. gallery@cabrillo.edu phone 831-479-6308

Free First Friday @ Monterey Museum of Art
2019-09-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Monterey Museum of Art, 559 Pacific St. , Monterey , CA, 93940, United States
Come on over to the Museum of Art. It’s across the street from Colton Hall. You can meet the artists and the curators from the museum. Ask how decisions are made, admire their work, and get some culture vulture points. http://montereyart.org

Ocean Film Tour (vol. 6)
2019-09-07 19:00 - 21:30 | Rio Theater, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
Five films featuring different aspects of humans and the oceans around them. Lisa Anderson, surfing icon, is featured in the first film and the organization, Sea Shepherd is another topic for these enlightening and informative features. http://riotheatre.com

Santa Cruz Follies
2019-09-11 13:00 - 2019-09-14 15:00 | Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium, 307 High St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
For years now the Follies folks have been having fun with the local and national scene. This production is no different. The theme is “Fascinatin’ Rhythms” they will use the best of Hollywood and Broadway tunes and you will have a great time. Matinees on each day except Friday, that’s 7:30 PM. Call 831-423-6640 or http://santacruzfollies.com

Cultures in Transition
2019-09-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Middlebury Institute of International Studies, 442 1/2 Van Buren St. (Holland Courtyard), Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Presented by the Asian Art Society of the Monterey Bay, Oliver Klink will be presenting the work he has been creating for the last 15 years. While travelling through Bhutan, Mongolia, Myanmar, China, and India he has photographed people and places in transition. This award winning photographer will be showing the photos from his book and adding personal insights. http://middlebury.edu

East Coast Swing
2019-09-11 19:30 - 22:30 | CA
Wednesdays at the Palomar Ballroom you can trip the light fantastic in the East Coast Swing 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 salsa aficionados, they have the same deal on Fridays for those who dance in the salsa style. Or for those who can’t get enough dancing in one week.

Next Generation Jazz Series
2019-09-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Esteban’s Restaurant, 700 Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, 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 scholarship winners and they practice, a lot. http://hotelcasamunras.com

IMSA Sportscar Championships
2019-09-13 09:00 - 2019-09-15 17:00 | Weather Tech Laguna Seca Raceway, 1021 Monterey Salinas Highway, Salinas, CA, United States
After the hectic pace of Car Week it’s nice to look to the future and watch GT cars and prototypes work their magic at Laguna Seca. Some of them have recently been running in the 24 hours of LeMans. An indication of the reputation of our local racetrack. http://weathertechraceway.com

Kevin Nealon
2019-09-13 20:00 - 21:30 | Rio Theater, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
After reaching a large audience on Saturday Night Live Mr. Nealon has had an accomplished career, appearing on many TV shows and commercials. At heart though he is a standup comedian. He is in town at the Rio to demonstrate just this. http://riotheatre.com

Ranch Roundup
2019-09-14 08:00 - 2019-09-15 17:00 | Trail and Saddle Club, 85 East Garzas Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, United States
This is the 11th year that the Trail and Saddle Club has been hosting this roundup. The ranches and denizens of Carmel Valley send their cowboys to participate in this long-standing tradition of Western culture. Get those boots out and dust off your big hat and head out to East Garzas Rd. in Carmel Valley on the 14th and 15th of September for a bucking good time.

Tea & Tarot
2019-09-14 09:00 - 10:00 | Pilgrim’s Way Bookstore, Dolores and Sixth, Carmel B.T.S., CA, 93921, United States
One of the longest-lasting spiritual bookstores in the area, Pilgrim’s Way hosts a Tarot reading, every Saturday morning, for your enlightenment and peace of mind. While you are being read you may enjoy a cup of some delightful tea. They have a lot to offer, of tea and tarot both. cynthia@pilgrimsway.com

Bee Experience
2019-09-14 11:00 - 15:30 | Earth Bound Farms, 7250 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93923, United States
The folks at EarthBound Farms want to help you understand the importance of honeybees in our modern lives. In addition you get a fun time out in nature visiting their beehives. They have two programs, one for the younger set at 11:00 (six years and older), and another for grownups (dealing with more mature topics) at 1:30. These happen every Saturday through October 5. Call them for reservations or information at 831-625-6219 or EBevents@daone.com

Castle Rock Trail Walks
2019-09-14 11:00 - 2019-09-15 12:00 | Castle Rock State Park, 15000 Skyline Dr., Los Gatos, CA, 95033, United States

Art Walk & Open Studios
2019-09-14 16:00 - 19:00 | The Barnyard, Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States
In the Barnyard Shopping Center, like much of Carmel, there are artists’ studios. This is your chance to see their work, talk to the artists, and buy some of their works. (Or just visit.) Mark Falina and six other artists are opening their shops for you enjoyment. Every second Saturday through December. http://thebarnyard.com

Catching Dreams (Drum Circle)
2019-09-14 16:00 - 22:00 | Santa Lucia Preserve, Carmel Valley rd., Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
Led by Rik Allen, former Def Leppard drummer and member of the Rock& Roll Hall of Fame, and Lauren Monroe, local author and singer/songwriter will lead participants through several drumming experiences and be available for various opportunities to talk and share drumming techniques. The amazing experience you will have also benefits CASA of Monterey, an organization dedicated to helping children in foster care. http://casaofmontereydrum.squarespace.com

Sweet Dreams are made of Seaweed (Monterey Bay Aquarium)
2019-09-14 19:00 - 2019-09-15 08:30 | Monterey Bay Aquarium, 886 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
For 35 years the Aquarium has been educating the public about the wonders of the oceans and the Bay. There have also been sleepovers in the building for a long time. This is the FIRST time that it will be 21+ for a sleepover. Wander the exhibits, watch movies, play games, listen to music, dance he night away. Then you cozy up near your favorite exhibit and wake up next to it. What you sleep upon? Hmmm. http://montereybayaquarium.org

For Peter Pan, on her 70th Birthday
2019-09-14 19:30 - 2019-09-29 22:00 | Western Stage, Hartnell College, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
After their father’s death five siblings reflect on their lives, mortality, and the power of wishing. http://westernstage.com
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30, Sundays at 2:00.
