Soul of CA

Santa Cruz Band Review
2017-10-21 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 400 Beach St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Dozens of high school (and 10 middle school) marching bands will assemble in Santa Cruz to compete. his is always stirring and inspiring. The bands, the organization, and the energy are inspirations to all of us. They step off at Santa Cruz High School and end at the Boardwalk. Anywhere along the parade route is a good seat.

Howie Mandel
2017-10-20 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Star of the stage, screen, and TV, Mandel comes to Monterey to lighten our minds with his brand of humor. He appears at the restored Golden State Theater for one night only.

Memorial Hospital Farmers Market
2017-10-20 13:30 - 17:30 | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States
A weekly gathering of local farmers and merchants selling fresh produce, freshly prepared foods, and local businesses offering interesting items for sale. As the seasons change so so does the selection of food as well as the merchandise for sale. Come down and see what’s new.

Monterey Farmers Market
2017-10-16 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States
The Old Monterey Farmers Market, established in 1991, comprises of 3 ½ city blocks and runs year-round rain or shine. During the summer it’s the largest gathering of people in Monterey County, attracting more that 10,000 locals and tourists in one location. 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.

Marina Farmers' Market
2017-10-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina
A gathering of local farmers offering a wide variety of produce.

Ciclovia Salinas
2017-10-15 09:00 - 13:00 | E. Alisal St., Salinas , CA, 93901, United States
This is the fourth year of the area’s only temporary conversion of a city street into a pedestrian area. Come walk, play, bike, even make art, and enjoy the mile and a half of car-free street connecting the different sides of Salinas. Has been fun for three years now and promises to be even better this year. You are also supporting an event that is run almost exclusively by teenagers from the city’s high schools.

Fremont Peak Observatory FPOA
2017-10-14 20:00 - 23:00 | Fremont Peak Park, San Juan Bautisita, CA, 95045, United States
A variety of dates available to use the “Challenger” telescope and often the telescopes of the members to view the wonders of the night (even daytime) sky.

30th Anniversary Viewing "Lost Boys"
2017-10-14 19:00 - 22:00 | Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 400 Beach St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States
The setting of this movie is Santa Cruz and especially the Boardwalk. So what better way to celebrate 30 years of vampires than to show it at night at the original site? Come down, maybe bring some garlic or an interesting costume and have fun.

West Coast Crosley Car Club
2017-10-14 11:00 - 15:00 | Lighthouse Avenue, lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
A Crosley is a British automobile. Should you be curious or fascinated by this bit of info, please come out and enjoy the enthusiasm of the people who collect, drive, and maintain these charming little vehicles. They will be here for the day and look forward to your visit.

Renaissance Faire
2017-10-14 10:00 - 2017-10-15 18:00 | Casa de Fruta, 10011 Pacheco Pass Road, Hollister, CA, United States
Huzzah! The go to phrase when you don’t know quite what to say at the Renaissance Faire. Lots of activities, music, crafts, unusual food and colorful characters in interesting costumes. You too can dress up and join in the fun at a new level. Fun for all the family, especially those willing to participate in the fun. The faire runs from September 16th through October 15th. Music programs featuring Celtic Rock bands follow the festivities each night after 6:00.

San Benito Olive Festival
2017-10-14 10:00 - 17:00 | San Benito Historical Park, 8300 Airline Highway Rd. (Hwy 25), Tres Pinos, CA, 95075, United States
Here is your chance to enjoy the lovely weather of San Benito County and sample some of its tasty abundance. Of course there will be many products using olives, but you may not have anticipated the other foods and beverages, including local wines and craft beers. You can’t just live on olives alone. There will be music and other family activities to enjoy as well.

Thomas and Percy Halloween Party
2017-10-14 10:00 - 17:00 | Big Trees railroad, Felton, CA, United States
Come on up to Felton and the Big Trees Railroad and enjoy a quick train ride and lots of other fun activities. Wearing of costumes is encouraged

San Benito Olive Festival
2017-10-14 10:00 - 17:00 | Brigantino Park, Hollister, CA, United States
Come see the local growers and processors of the olive tree’s delightful fruit.

Old Town Salinas Farmers Market
2017-10-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Old Town Farmers’ Market, Main and Gabilan Sts. , Salinas , CA, United States

Lobster Feed
2017-10-14 04:30 | Henry Cowell State Park, 101 Big Trees Rd., Felton, CA, United States
To benefit the Mountain Parks Foundation, the dinner includes beverages, salad, roll, all the fixings. Lots of prizes and interesting people to help out.
