Soul of CA

Watsonville Nature Walks
2018-07-22 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Watsonville Nature Center, 30 Harkins Slough Road, Watsonville , CA, United States
In Watsonville they take their natural world very seriously. They also like to share their love of the land. Come over and have a look at some of the wonderful sights. Every Sunday til the end of the year. http://http.cityofwatsonville.org/

Blues in the Park
2018-07-22 13:00 - 16:30 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States
Again this summer the city of Seaside is presenting fine music in Laguna Grande Park, absolutely free. Yes, there is food and drink along with lots of sun and friendly people. Bring a blanket or a chair, a mellow attitude and have a great afternoon. http://www.ci.seaside.ca.us This week the music is provided by Back Together Again and the warm up act is Beaufunk. Sounds like fun!

Exotic Bird and Pet Show
2018-07-22 10:00 - 15:00 | Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
People just love to have a unique pet. For the longest time this was restricted to the privileged and the wealthy. Now, the rest of us can find and own these interesting animals. (For better or worse.) Here they are for your viewing. Lots of expertise among the presenter/ owners will be available for the asking. If you are a viewer or potential owner come down and see all this. http://facebook.com/birdandpetexpo

Stay Wild Moon Child
2018-07-21 19:00 - 2018-07-22 02:00 | planet gemini, 210 Fremont St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
So Burning Man is too weird and too far away, but you really want to have a taste of what it is about. Here is chance right here in Monterey. Artists performing unique acts, artists presenting their intriguing works in light and motion, and artists selling their unusual crafts will all be there to give you an experience you won’t forget. If you do forget that’s because you may have indulged yourself too enthusiastically. http://facebook.com/events/285538738656788

Fortune's Way
2018-07-21 19:00 - 20:00, 2018-07-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Carmel Mission Basilica, 3080 Rio Rd., Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
This is a play performed by two people about the life of E. Charlston Fortune, a talented and prolific artist who focused much of her work on the Monterey Peninsula. The subtitle is Notes on Art fro Catholics and Others. Seems to cover just about everyone. Tis is sure to be an interesting evening for any art lovers and others. http://carmelmission.org

Evenings By The Bay (Monterey Bay Aquarium)
2018-07-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Monterey Bay Aquarium, 886 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
On Saturday evenings the Aquarium is offering special opportunities to see their exhibits in a whole new “light”. Twilight. Come by in the evening, after 6:00, and see the aquarium while things are calmer and quieter. In addition, there will be food and drink offered for your enjoyment. You will be allowed to walk around while eating and drinking and listening to music provided by the best of local musicians. Jazz, blues, light rock, and soul will be offered. Perhaps the animals will exhibit some dancing skills. http://montereybayaquarium.org

Street festival and Car Show
2018-07-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Hollister, Hollister, CA, United States
Downtown Hollister will come alive with the sounds of music, laughter, and the smell of good food. Along with these will be the classic beauty of 20th Century automobiles. Come and see a lovely downtown while enjoying this fun event.

Walking Tour of Lower Presidio
2018-07-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Lower Presidio Park, 113 Corporal Ewing Rd. Building #113, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Sebastian Viscaino, a significant piece of local history, is the topic of this week’s tour. Maybe you need some information gaps filled in around Sr. Viscaino. Maybe you never heard of him. Come and learn a bit of important Monterey history.

Feast of Lanterns
2018-07-21 08:00 - 2018-07-28 17:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Despite its controversial history, this long-time festival continues. In part an acknowledgement of the Chinese presence in the area, and as a fun local pageant, the Feast of Lanterns has changed over the years to include more genuine celebration of history. People in Pacific Grove go out of their way to decorate and participate in the feast. Events take place at a variety f times and venues, please check the website for details. http://feast-of-lanterns.org

Paul Thorn
2018-07-20 19:30 - 22:00 | Rio Theater, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
After a wide and amazing life and deep musical roots Paul Thorn has released a new album. Come hear him play some of his new and old music. His intro act consists of two widely recognized local musicians. http://riotheatre.com http://snazzyproductions.com

Asilomar Summer Music Series presents Taylor Rae
2018-07-20 18:30 - 20:00 | Asilomar Conference Center, 800 Asilomar Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
The sunsets at Asilomar can be enchanting. If they aren’t, the landscape is still inspiring. The folks at the Asilomar Conference Center have a good idea; let’s bring in talented singer/musicians and have them entertain the visitors. All summer there will be weekly performances on their lovely patio. With nearby food and drink you can turn this into a lovely way to begin the evening.

Samz School of Rock
2018-07-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Harden Ranch, Food Village, Salinas, CA - California, 93907, United States
All summer the Harden Ranch Shopping Center will be hosting talented local musicians and groups. This is the entertainment for today’s enjoyment. Come by and see what they’re up to. It’s sure to interesting, at least. There’s lots of good food nearby, it is in the Food Village after all.

Weird science @ MY Museum
2018-07-20 10:30 - 11:30 | MY Museum, 425 Washington St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
If your child is scientifically curious, and whose child isn’t, come by the MY (Monterey Youth) Museum for Weird Science activities. They happen every Friday morning and have different themes each week. Participation is free with Museum admission. http://mymuseum.org

Buffalo Soldiers San Francisco Presidio to Monterey Presidio
2018-07-19 18:00 - 19:30 | MIIS Irvine Auditorium, 499 Pierce St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
In the history of the American military, many aspects are overlooked. One of the more famous overlooked eras is that of the so-called Buffalo Soldiers. In this lecture the historians will cover much of that history while focusing on the work of those men here on the Central Coast. http://www.wacmb.org
