Farmers Market Santa Cruz West (9-1)

15th & East Cliff Santa Cruz, United States

While the days are getting longer the weather remains inconsistent, sometimes good, sometimes not. One thing that is reliable is the quality of the produce available at the farmers market around the area.  There are a number of local producers of quality prepared foods as well. Combine them with the hot food vendors and you […]

Farmers Market Salinas (9-2)

Downtown Salinas 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, United States

While the days are getting longer the weather remains inconsistent, sometimes good, sometimes not. One thing that is reliable is the quality of the produce available at the farmers market around the area.  There are a number of local producers of quality prepared foods as well. Combine them with the hot food vendors and you […]

History Fun

Harvey Baker House Station Plaza, Salinas, CA, United States

The Harvey-Baker House is part of the Heritage Plaza in downtown Salinas. The knowledgeable docents there are pleased to share the story of the families who lived in this building on the first Saturday of each month. It has been a part of Salinas' history and has many  interesting pieces in their collection. While visiting […]

Railroad Days

Amtrak Station Market St. and Salinas St. , Salinas, CA, United States

The first weekend of each month the members of the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad organization open their doors to the public. They have an extensive and detailed diorama display of the railway going through the Salinas Valley. Much more information about the local rail history than most of us have any idea about.  More […]

Point Pinos Light House

Point Pinos Lighthouse Monterey , CA, United States

This is the tenth opportunity to get inside the historic lighthouse at Pt. Pinos. Go on in, wander about and ask questions of the staff.  See what is was like to guard the treacherous waters and shepherd the ships around the point and into the bay. More details at https://www.cityofpacificgrove.org

Marc Maron

Golden State Theater 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, United States

This comedian/podcaster is becoming a regular to our area. He is also said to be one of the favorites of professional comedians. You can find out the reason for this regularity and popularity at his show. Go to https://www.goldenstatetheatre.com and get the info you need.

Charo

Fox Theater 239 Main St., Salinas, CA, United States

That name may not mean much to younger people but those of a certain age will remember her from TV shows and her phrase, "Cuchi, Cuchi" . No idea what that means but she managed to make it a well known catch phrase. In addition her formidable skill on the classic and flamenco guitars. Lots […]

California First Theater Tours

California First Theater Pacific St., Monterey, CA, United States

As of this date the State Park system is opening up the historic theater on Pacific St. for tours. It was originally a tavern which featured comic performances by English sailors then turned into a regular performance venue. Come check it out and see for yourself. Go to https://www.parks.ca.gov/page_id=575 and get more information.

Farmers Market Marina (10-2)

Marina Village Shopping Center Marina

While the days are getting longer the weather remains inconsistent, sometimes good, sometimes not. One thing that is reliable is the quality of the produce available at the farmers market around the area.  There are a number of local producers of quality prepared foods as well. Combine them with the hot food vendors and you […]

Farmers Market Carmel Valley (10-3)

Carmel Valley Community Center 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, United States

While the days are getting longer the weather remains inconsistent, sometimes good, sometimes not. One thing that is reliable is the quality of the produce available at the farmers market around the area.  There are a number of local producers of quality prepared foods as well. Combine them with the hot food vendors and you […]