Family Movie Series
2017-09-02 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Esplanade Park, 100 Monterey Ave. , Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
For the next several weeks, as summer fades away, the city of Capitola is presenting movies in the park. They start at 7:30 (or dusk). Bring a lowbacked chair and something to nibble on, or eat beforehand. This week’s selection is the classic “Mary Poppins” featuring Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke.

Marina Farmers' Market
2017-09-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina
A gathering of local farmers offering a wide variety of produce.

Marina Farmers' Market
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Big Read Movie "Lady Sings the Blues"
2017-09-04 06:00 - 20:00 | Maya Theater, 10 Maln St. , Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
While the city of Salinas is reading a poetry and prose collection regarding racism, the Maya Theater is presenting films that bring insight to the topic as well. This week’s is “Lady Sings the Blues” the life of Billie Holiday as portrayed by Diana Ross. Sure going to be some great singing in this one. Come down and enjoy it for FREE.

Santa Cruz Follies
2017-09-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium, 307 High St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Best of Broadway Then and Now is the title and theme of this year’s presentation. The Santa Cruz Senior Center has been doing this for 62 years now. They probably have it down very well by now, don’t you think? The Friday show is at 7:30 all the others are at 1:00.

Monterey Farmers Market
2017-09-04 16:00 - 20:00 | 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.

Claus Spreckels Lecture
2017-09-06 13:30 - 14:30 | Monterey Peninsula College, Morgan Stock Theatre 980 Fremont, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
No, this isn’t Santa’s lost cousin. This is about the man who changed the Salinas Valley and lent his name to the city of Spreckels. The San Francisco folks who came down here and began our local production of sugar beets and built a company town. Come and find out lots more about him and our local history.

Santa Cruz Greek Fest
2017-09-08 05:00 - 2017-09-10 17:00 | Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church, 223 Church St. , Santa Cruz , CA, 95060, United States
Opah! Come down to Prophet Elias Church in Santa Cruz and enjoy the food, dance, and culture from the home of democracy. Three days of fun, Friday 5 to 10, Saturday 11 to 10, Sunday 12 to 7.

Poetry Reading by Elliot Ruchowitz-Roberts
2017-09-08 07:30 - 21:00 | Carl Cherry Center, 4th and Guadalupe, Carmel , CA, 93921, United States
Local educator and poet of some renown Elliot Ruchowitz-Roberts will present some of his poetry both new and old and likely some by Robinson Jeffers. He is a professor emeritus at Monterey Peninsula College and a published poet with several books of poetry, some of them have been awarded.

Memorial Hospital Farmers' Market
2017-09-08 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.

Festa Italia
2017-09-08 15:00 - 2017-09-10 22:00 | Custom House Plaza, 5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Custom House Plaza will be transformed into an Italian village. The historic influences on Monterey will be brought out and available to see, to eat, to drink. Come and enjoy the fun that is part of the history and the people of Monterey.

Family Music series
2017-09-08 19:30 - 22:00 | Esplanade Park, 100 Monterey Ave. , Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
For the next several weeks, as summer fades away, the city of Capitola is presenting movies in the park. They start at 7:30 (or dusk). Bring a lowbacked chair and something to nibble on, or eat beforehand. This week’s selection is the epic Surf movie, “Chasing Mavericks” another great choice. Watch a surf movie right next to the real Surf City.

Old Town Farmers' Market
2017-09-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Old Town Farmers’ Market, Main and Gabilan Sts. , Salinas , CA, United States

Avocado and Margarita Street Festival
2017-09-09 10:00 - 19:15 | Morro Bay, CA, United States
Likely one might guess what the themes of this gathering are. Of course, there is more. There are bands with cool names like, The Dork Band, and The Cowtippers. There will be more food than Avocados, and more to drink than margaritas. It looks like Morro Bay is becoming Party Central on September 9th. Bring the family and see lots of interesting variations on these themes. For lineup and details check out the website.
