Fort Ord Birds & Blooms
2023-05-07 07:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Badger Hills Trailhead, Highway 68, Salinas, CA, United States
Join a Fort Ord Naturalist for a trip through the National Monument looking for the easily spotted large groups of flowers blooming on the hillsides as well as the migratory and resident birds currently in the area. It lasts about four hours and can be a little steep but the rewards are wondrous views. More details at http://www.blm.gov

Farmers Market Del Monte Mall (8:00-12:00)
2023-05-07 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
May is the time of year when all of our local Farmers Markets have opened. In spite of the recent uncooperative weather there are still many local farmers selling wonderful produce from around the area. As you know there are vendors of prepared food and folks selling their non-food products. For more details and locations of other markets go to http://www.montereycfb.com/farmersmarkets

Farmers Market Marina (10:00-2:00)
2023-05-07 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina

Farmers Market Carmel Valley (10:00-3:00)
2023-05-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States

Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum
2023-05-07 10:00 - 16:00 | Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum, Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
The first weekend of each month these dedicated members of the museum open the door of their museum and share their collections and passion with the rest of us. Listen for the train whistle blown by their enthusiastic visitors through each day. Then you will know they are open. More info at http://www.msvrr.org

Cinco de Mayo
2023-05-07 11:30 - 15:00 | Downtown Watsonville, Downtown Plaza, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Celebrating the battle of Puebla in Watsonville. There will be lots of aspects of Mexican culture, mariachi, dance, food, and hospitality. Don’t miss this lovely plaza and the ambiance it will provide for a gathering like this one. Come dance, listen, eat and enjoy. Details available at http://navarios.yahoo.com

Tor House Garden Party
2023-05-07 14:00 - 17:00 | Tor House, 26034 Ocean View Blvd., Carmel By The Sea, CA, 93923, United States
Robinson Jeffers’ famed home, Tor House, opens up for a party. There will be art demonstrations in painting and weaving, music, food and drink. In addition the docents will be available to answer questions and help you appreciate the effort Mr. Jeffers went to in building this place himself. Walk up the Hawk Tower and imagine what the view was before the popularity of Carmel, when it really was an artists’ colony. More info athttp://www.torhouse.org

Farmers Market Carmel Barnyard (9-1)
2023-05-09 09:00 - 13:00 | CA
The harsh weather of the recent winter is further behind us and the days are warmer and drier. The fields around us are beginning their most productive times. Inevitably the produce at the local markets becomes more varied and delicious. Come on out and see what’s new. There will likely be some neighbors and friends out there also. The retailers have a wide selection of interesting gifts for the new grads, maybe a Dad. Lots of delicious prepared food available also. If this date/time doesn’t work for you, check out http://www.montereycfb.com/farm ersmarkets there are quite a few more.

Farmers Market Alisal (11-4)
2023-05-09 11:00 - 16:00 | CA

Farmers Market Monterey (4-7)
2023-05-09 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

With Color
2023-05-10 08:00 - 17:00 | york school, 9501 York Rd., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
This is an art exhibit featuring the work of Stanton MacDonald Wright, an artist whose work is featured in several prominent museums throughout the country. This exhibit, at the York School, is composed of works collected from his family’s collection as indicated by the subtitle of the exhibit, From the Family Collection. More details can be found at http://www.york.org

Farmers Market Natividad Hospital (11-3:30)
2023-05-10 11:00 - 15:30 | CA

Farmers Market King City (4-7)
2023-05-10 16:00 - 19:00 | CA

Farmers Market Carmel BTS (10-2)
2023-05-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel
The harsh weather of the recent winter is further behind us and the days are warmer and drier. The fields around us are beginning their most productive times. Inevitably the produce at the local markets becomes more varied and delicious. Come on out and see what’s new. There will likely be some neighbors and friends out there also. The retailers may well have that last minute Mother’s Day gift you haven’t bought yet. Lots of delicious prepared food available also. If this date/time doesn’t work for you, check out http://www.montereycfb.com/farmersmarkets there are quite a few more.

Farmers Market California State University MB (2-6)
2023-05-11 14:00 - 18:00 | CSUMB University Center, 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States

Farmers Market Soledad (4-8)
2023-05-11 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Soledad, Soledad, United States

MOTUL Course de Monterey
2023-05-12 - 2023-05-14 | Weather Tech Laguna Seca Raceway, 1021 Monterey Salinas Highway, Salinas, CA, United States
A new type of motor racing has come to the area! GTP stands for Gran Tourismo Prototype. It currently has vehicles from BMW, Acura, Cadillac, and Porsche. Sounds interesting doesn’t it? Come on out and get a chance to see this new class of racers and while you are there the family can enjoy lots of carnival -like rides, games, etc. Of sourse the paddocks are open and you can get up close and personal with teams and drivers. More info available at http://www.co.monterey.ca.us

Farmers Market Del Monte Mall (8-12)
2023-05-12 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States

Asilomar Tour
2023-05-12 10:00 - 11:30 | Asilomar Conference Center, 800 Asilomar Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Julia Morgan’s historic work at Asilomar continues to set a warm, comfortable mood at the state park buildings and continues to influence any newer construction there. Come and learn about her, her work here and at other historic locations, as well as the history of this lovely area. Fridays from 10-11;30 there is a ranger guiding small groups through the park and grounds. More info at http://www.parks.ca.gov

Language Day
2023-05-12 10:00 - 15:00 | Defense Language Institute, Corporal Ewing Rd., Monterey, CA, 93944, United States
The reason Monterey can call itself the “Language Capital of the World” is the Defense Language Institute. These folks train people in the military and other government branches to speak the languages of the world. Not an easy job. The teachers and students love to share their country’s culture and what they have learned about it. Here’s is a chance for you to take a quick trip through the world and be home for dinner. Singing, dancing, food (of course), and many cultural artifacts are on display for your learning and entertainment. More info available at http://www.dliflc.edu

Mercado Popular Salinas Sports Complex (4-9)
2023-05-12 16:00 - 21:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States

Terrace Hour @ Sunset Center
2023-05-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Carmel Sunset Center
This week’s featured band is a local(Salinas) group, The Dead Cassettes. Their music has a wonderful description on the Sunset Center’s website so check it out and get intrigued by the band. That info is at http://www.sunsetcenter.org

German Winemakers (Pop-up Dinners)
2023-05-12 18:00 - 20:00 | COAST Big Sur, 49901 Highway 1, Big Sur, CA, 93920, United States
On May 12th and 17th the Big Sur Wine Festival is sponsoring a dinner created around the wine creations by two German wine families. The 12th features the Loosen family’s wines and the meal is created with the purpose of accenting their wines. The 17th features the Selbach-Oster families’ wines. More details available at http://www.coastbigsur.com

Star War Burlesque
2023-05-12 20:00 - 22:00 | Paper Wing Theater, 71 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
PaperWing Theater is presenting more of their offbeat and creative programming. This time, obviously, combining two big trends, Star Wars and burlesque theater. It promises to be interesting and innovative, check out what they decide to parody and just how they do it. More details at http://www.paperwing.com

World Migratory Birds Day
2023-05-13 08:00 - 12:00 | Elkhorn Slough NERR, 1700 Elkhorn Slough Rd., Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Bet you can guess what this is about. Come to Elkhorn Slough for a great day of bird watching. It just happens to be one of the best places in the world for this activity and right now is when the birds are passing through. There will be a naturalist available to help you tell your grebes from the terns. More info available at http://wwwelkhornslough.org

Point Sur Tours
2023-05-13 08:00 - 17:00 | Point Sur Lighthouse, Highway One , CA, United States
Through May and June the docents at the Point Sur Lighthouse conduct tours through the historic, 128 yo, lighthouse and its grounds. This is a slightly demanding tour , in that it requires participants to walk up the driveway to the top of the hill where the lighthouse is located. (Putting it at the bottom makes no sense, does it?) On Sundays the tour of the nearby Naval Station is available. More info needed? Go to http://www.pointsur.org

Farmers Market Salinas City Center (9-2)
2023-05-13 09:00 - 14:00 | Salinas City Center, Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Farmers Market Moss Landing (10-2)
2023-05-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Power Plant, Highway One, Moss Landing, CA, United States

Bonsai Exhibit & Sale
2023-05-13 10:00 - 16:00 | Aptos Grange, 2555 Mar Vista, Aptos, CA, United States
This is the event to attend if you are interested in bonsai, regardless of your level. There will be lots of experienced growers and aficionados with over 60 trees. There will be advice, sales, a raffle and the all important demos. Come out and look around, chances are you will find something interesting. More info at http://www.santacruzbonsaikai.com

Spring Art Market
2023-05-13 10:00 - 17:00 | Tannery Art Center, 1010 River St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Imagine that 40 of Santa Cruz’s talented artists gathered in one place. Throw into that flower vendors, music, and food trucks. You might be able to finish your Christmas shopping in May while enjoying lovely weather and a picturesque setting. You can find more details athttp://www.artscouncilsc.org
