Soul of CA

Castle Rock Guided Walks
2019-10-19 11:00 - 2019-10-20 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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.

Dali's Alley
2019-10-19 12:00 - 17:00 | Dali Expo Museum, Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
This is a monthly(3rd Saturday) event intended to grow the reputation of Salvador Dali and Monterey as an artist’s venue. They will have art, jewelry, soap, clothing, and books and so much more. Come and see what the Dali Expo has to share with you. More info at stephanie@daliexpo.com

Monterey Bay Tequila & Cuisine
2019-10-19 17:00 - 20:00 | Monterey Conference Center, 1 Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
What a great way to support a local organization. Come to the new Monterey Conference Center and enjoy food from AquaTerra Culinary and bid on wonderful art knowing that you are supporting programs that provide training and support for youth in the area.http://cityofmonterey.org

Flavors of Pacific Grove
2019-10-19 17:30 - 20:30 | Pacific Grove Golf Links, 77 Asilomar Blvd., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
The Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring this food event and invited dozens of chefs from PG restaurants. You can come and enjoy their work and mingle with the other 249 people in attendance. There will be good food, drink and a silent auction with over 100 items.

Whole Lotta Bonham
2019-10-19 18:00 - 20:30 | Jade Lounge, 2110 Fremont St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
A celebration of all things associated with the energetic drummer from Led Zeppelin. A number of local drummers will take a crack at reproducing his sound, while accompanied by a Led Zeppelin tribute band. All this energy goes to help the Guitars not Guns program in the area.

Wild & Scenic Film Festival
2019-10-19 19:00 - 22:30 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Here are several films geared at getting people to appreciate and preserve the legacy 0f wild places and creatures left to us. In addition to the films there will be speakers and a raffle of gear aimed at getting you up and out in to the wild. http://goldenstatetheater.com

Carmel POPS
2019-10-19 19:30 - 2019-10-20 21:30 | Forest Theater, Santa Rita & Mountain View, Carmel by the Sea, CA, 93923, United States
The Carmel area is laden with talented people. A whole lot of them will be gathered to entertain for a good cause on two days, Friday and Saturday. That is, support for youth programs in the arts and scholarships to enable many more kids to take advantage of the programs. So there will be singing, dancing, music, and a most festive atmosphere. Since it is at the Forest Theater and in the evening, bring layers of clothing and something soft to sit on. http://foresttheaterguild.org

Dirty Cello
2019-10-19 20:00 - 22:00 | felton music hall, 6275 Highway 9, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Lots of locals are talking positively about this band. Led by Rebecca Rousmann and her cello they will take you through a performance which is unlike most any you’ve heard before. (Unless you remember the cello from Harry Chapin’s band.) Why don’t more bands feature this versatile instrument? http://feltonmusichall.com

Pablo Cruise
2019-10-19 20:00 - 22:00 | World Theater CSUMB, 5260 6th Ave., Seaside, CA, 93955, United States
Bringing their cool harmonies to CSUMB, Pablo Cruise will delight the older crowd and give a little retro joy to the students at the university. No, there is no Pablo, it’s just the band’s name.

Monterey Symphony Orchestra (Opening performance)
2019-10-19 20:00 - 22:00 | Sunset Center, San Carlos & 9th, carmel, CA, 93921, United States
This season marks the last with the current director Max Bragado-Darman after his 16 years with the organization. This concert will also feature solos by the concertmaster, Christina Mok. A lively an dinteresting program is planned. Please check the website for more details. http://montereysymphony.org

Laetitia Sonomi & Asha Tamirisa
2019-10-19 20:00 - 23:00 | Wind River, 421 Wild Way, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Prepare yourself for an evening of music designed and played for this specific place. These artists use innovative instruments that utilize the unique characteristics of the venue in which the music is performed. To get more insight into the performance, you are urged to check out the website, http://indexical.org

Junk Parlor
2019-10-19 21:00 - 22:00 | Fernwood Tavern, 47200 Highway One, Big Sur, CA, United States
In case you needed another reason to visit Big Sur and wanted to have an evening activity, here you are. The polished and funky sound of Junk Parlor. Talented and experienced Bay Area musicians come down from time to time to make sure that big Sur denizens are happy and entertained and this is no exception. http://fernwoodbigsur.com

Monterey Bay Triathlon
2019-10-20 07:00 - 11:00 | Lover’s Point, 630 Ocean View Blvd., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
There will be two separate races in this event. One a little easier than the other. Both have a high degree of challenge what with swimming in the ocean, riding a bike for many miles and running a few more. It all starts at Lover’s Point, so you know they picked a lovely place to engage in their strenuous activities. More details? 408-515-2860 or right herehttp://montereytri.com

Tales from the Intertidal Zone
2019-10-20 13:30 - 14:30 | Seymour Marine Discovery Center, 100 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
There is an amazing variety and concentration of life in the area which is sometimes covered by seawater and sometimes open to the air. The knowledgeable folks at the Seymour Center are delighted to help you learn more about this fascinating space. http://seymourcenter.ucsc.edu

Understanding Climate
2019-10-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Middlebury Institute of International Studies, 442 1/2 Van Buren St. (Holland Courtyard), Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
With all the information swirling about regarding the climate and the changes that seem to be everywhere, how is one to make sense of it? Ask a climate scientist. Where to find one? Come to MIIS and listen to this lecture and Q/A by a knowledgeable person who has studied the climate and the environment. http://miis.edu

Great Conversations
2019-10-23 18:00 - 21:00 | Intercontinental The Clement, 750 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
This is the seventh in an annual presentation by the Middlebury Institute which brings together instructors from the College and local citizens in conversations about events and issues of the current day. Come and have your brain cells excited, at least.http://middlebury.edu

Tui Sutherland
2019-10-23 19:00 - 20:00 | BookShop Santa Cruz, 1520 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
If this name is not familiar to you it’s because you are not a fan of her different series of novels. Among them are, Menagerie, Pet Trouble, and Wings of Fire. She will be in town at Bookshop Santa Cruz signing copies of her latest work and talking to her readers and giving insight to the process of writing. http://bookshopsantacruz.com

Our Inevitable Place: Robinson & Una Jeffers
2019-10-23 19:00 - 20:00 | Sunset Center Carpenter Hall, Mission and 9th, Carmel, CA, 93921, United States
The lives of these two famous Carmel residents are the topic of an enlightening lecture by Eugene Raschowitz Roberts, a local historian and Robinson maven. http://carmelpubliclibraryfoundation.org

20th Annual International Documentary Film Festival
2019-10-24 19:00 - 2019-10-26 22:30 | Osio Theatre, 350 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Once again, the Local United Nations Association is sponsoring several thoughtful and compelling films about people and the environment around the world. From Madagascar to California’s Napa Valley these shorts will bring alternative views to provide you with food for thought. Times of showings and titles are at http://unausamonterey.wordpress.com

Lewis Black
2019-10-24 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The angry ranting comic comes to town. You may have seen Mr. Black on the Daily Show or one of his televised specials. Be warned, he is angry and vulgar. He is also very funny. http://goldenstatetheater.com

Happy Hour @ Citricada Cantina
2019-10-25 13:00 - 2019-10-26 16:00 | 201 Main St., 201 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Salinas’ downtown is undergoing a renaissance of a sort. This enterprise is a part of it. They have a looong Happy Hour (three hours) on Fridays and Saturdays and offer some yummy appetizers etc. for the hungry ones in your group. http://201maincomplex.com

Clear Blue Clay
2019-10-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Zeph’s, 1366 S. Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Strange Name but quality music from all around the U.S. and other parts of the world. Most notably Buenos Aires and Chicago. At Zeph’s in South Salinas.

11th Annual Ghost Walk
2019-10-25 18:30 - 2019-10-26 21:00 | Downtown San Juan Bautista, San Juan Bautista, CA, United States
Just what it says in the title. The town of San Juan Bautista is filled with great stories and mysterious goings-on. COme out and see or hear some interesting things and maybe you’ll get to actually experience a ghostly apparition. There are two tours, the first at 6:30. http://rotarysanjuanbautista.com

Luck Museum Open House
2019-10-26 09:00 - 13:00 | Luck Museum, San Juan Bautista, CA, 95045, United States
Before you guess wrong; no, this has nothing to do with studies of fortune and its role in human society. It’s the name of the original owner of the of San Juan Bautista’s History Museum’s building. This little town is full of history and here’s a chance to get some of it inside your head. Come by and chat with a knowledgeable person.sjbhistoricalsociety@gmail.com

Point Sur Naval Station Walking Tour
2019-10-26 10:00 - 11:30 | Point Sur Naval Facility, Highway One, CA, United States
Now that we have less and less use for facilities like this, they have become points of interest to the curious and researchers. Come and see how we kept watch for threats from the West. Weekends through November. Maybe you too can see Russia from this remote place. http://pointsur.org

Harvest Festival @ Back Stretch Horse Ranch
2019-10-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Backstretch Equine Rescue and Rehabilitation, 18500 Rea Ave., Aromas, CA, 95004, United States
That’s exactly what it is. Come and celebrate the fall season with autumnal activities all designed to have fun and get you more aware of the work that these folks do with horses who have encountered many obstacles in their lives. It is called the Equine Rescue, Rehab, and Retirement Ranch. That’s what they do. http://backstretchrescue.org

Glass Pumpkin Patch
2019-10-26 10:00 - 16:00 | The Grange @ Live Oak, 1900 17th Ave., Live Oak, CA, 95062, United States
Want to have a different sort of pumpkin this year? One that will become an heirloom? Come to the Glass Pumpkin Patch and be amazed at the selection and variety. Colors, sizes, and price points for all. http://chrisjohnsonglass.com

Chinese Cultural Festival
2019-10-26 10:30 - 16:30 | Custom House Plaza, Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
It’s the 3rd annual celebration of the thousands of years of Chinese culture and traditions. Now that things are entering a new era of Sino-American relations, it seems more important than ever to understand and reach out to people around the world. Lots of things to enjoy, dance, music, food, and artifacts. Have someone write your name in Chinese characters. mbcamonterey@gmail.com

Batman & Batmobile
2019-10-26 11:00 - 14:00 | Ocean Ave., Between Sta Rita and Junipero, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA, United States
As part of the annual Halloween Parade the City of Carmel is bringing in the Batman and his vehicle. In addition, there will be potential criminal activity by his nemesis, The Joker. Along with himself the Joker brings many other arch-villains, Harley Quinn and many others. Lots of fun and frolic to happen on Ocean Ave. http://BatMo.org

Early Schools of Salinas
2019-10-26 11:00 - 15:00 | 1st Mayor’s House, 20 Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93940, United States
When Salinas was a small town with big plans for its future the founding families knew that education was going to play a big part. The folks at the First Mayor’s House have gathered materials from those days. You may learn about the discipline methods, curricula, and daily life of teachers and students. An intriguing glimpse into the past. http://firstmayorhouse.org
