Soul of CA

Cristina Vane
2018-04-19 07:30 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | BonTon L’Roy’s Lighthouse Smokehouse, 794 Lighthouse , Monterey , CA, 93940, United States
An up and coming musician from Southern California, Ms. Vane plays several instruments and sings . She is coming round in support of her new album release. Let’s give her some support. The stuffed cabbage here is really good too. There’s more than just BBQ.

Los Lonely Boys
2018-04-18 20:00 - 23:00 | Rio Theater, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
Describes as a “cinderella” sort of a band LLB has been working at their music a long time when viewed in relation to their relative youth. Come hear some of their “Texican” rock and roll. Details at loslonelyboys.com

Math and the Human Connection
2018-04-18 18:00 - 19:45 | Monterey Public Library, 625 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The Humanist Society hosts this lecture about the profound connection between Math and the iprovement of human life. No doubt this will be a real eye-opener.

Discussion on Gun Violence
2018-04-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Marina Public Library, 190 Seaside Circle, Marina , CA, 93933, United States
Obviously, a hot button and current issue, this discussion will allow civilized discussion by our local citizens.

Dixie Dregs
2018-04-17 19:30 - 22:00 | Rio Theater, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
For their fortieth anniversary of their formation the “Dregs” reunited for a tour and we get to see them. An evening of lots of good music and entertaining stories. Details at dixiedregs.com

Paint and Sip
2018-04-17 18:00 - 20:30 | Sovino’s Wine Bar and Merchant, 214 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The more you drink, the better you paint? Not likely but fun anyway. A local painter and teacher will guide you through the process of creating, not drinking wine.

Women In Film Frozen River
2018-04-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Maya Cinema, City Center 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
As part of the continuing series the Steinbeck Center presents this film, “Frozen River”. It tells the story of a woman who struggles to make ends meet for her family and resorts to smuggling people across the frozen river of the title. A compelling and heartfelt story of compromises made and needs met.

Bonsai Kai 30th annual
2018-04-15 10:00 - 17:00 | Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, 705 Front St. , Santa Cruz, CA, 95064, United States
here’s your chance to get some great examples of bonsai plantings. Experts will be available to give advice and lots of products will be available to make your work and effort more beautiful and durable. Or just come and admire the amazing results on display throughout.

Is Dark Matter Theory in Trouble?
2018-04-15 07:30 - 21:00 | Monterey Peninsula College LF103, 980 Fremont St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
A presentation by some of the local group MIRA’s experts regarding the state of science research regarding the material composing much of our universe. Wondering just what might be out there? This is the place to find out. After doing your taxes and filing them this will put it all in perspective.

Broadway Boys
2018-04-14 20:00 - 22:00 | World Theater CSUMB, 5260 6th Ave., Seaside, CA, 93955, United States
Take a measure of wonderful vocalists and add great American show tunes, then give those tunes new modern arrangements and you have Broadway Boys.

MPC Strin Ensemble & Carmel Mission Musicians
2018-04-14 20:00 - 21:30 | Carmel Mission Basilica, 3080 Rio Rd., Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
A presentation of various vocal and instrumental pieces for your enjoyment in the acoustic grace that is the Carmel Basilica. featured soloist Laura Anderson will sing Puccini, Verdi, and the musicians will give us pieces by J.S. Bach. Sounds like a lovely evening.

The Western Stage: Solo Flights, Nevertheless She Persisted
2018-04-14 19:30 - 21:00 | Western Stage, Hartnell College, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
An evening of presentations of works, finished and unfinished, by women playwrights. It promises to be an evening of challenging and interesting plays, especially the ideas proposed in the works.

World Views Lecture (Education as the Means to Growth)
2018-04-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Middlebury Institute of International Studies, 442 1/2 Van Buren St. (Holland Courtyard), Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
For three months the MIIS is presenting lectures on important issues of the day. This month is the importance of education in the personal and economic growth of individuals and their societies. Check the website for next month’s lecture.

Poetry Writing Workshop
2018-04-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Marina Public Library, 190 Seaside Circle, Marina , CA, 93933, United States
Local poet , Patrice Veccione takes her workshop participants through the essentials of poetry writing.

Pacific Grove Good Old Days
2018-04-14 09:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
It’s a celebration of the unique character of Pacific Grove, “The Last Hometown”. Parades, games, food, music, and family fun will abound all along Lighthouse Avenue and throughout the city. Come on down and enjoy a glimpse into the nostalgia surrounding this unique event.
