Soul of CA

Asilomar Birds and their Nests
2018-05-09 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Asilomar Conference Center, 800 Asilomar Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
When you finally decide that you are tired of just calling them birds and you would like to learn their names, this is where you start.
Come to Asilomar and have a naturalist take you round and show you their habitat and tell you some names. Don’t worry there’s no test.

World View Lecture (Life in the Nuclear Age)
2018-05-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Middlebury Institute of International Studies, 442 1/2 Van Buren St. (Holland Courtyard), Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
For the past three months MIIS has provided lectures on important issues of our time. This, the final one, is on our life in this era of possible nuclear proliferation.

Baby Bump Painting
2018-05-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Northridge Mall, N. Main St., Salinas, CA, 93906, United States
do you know someone with a baby bump? Does she need it to be decorated? Why not? Come see the possibilities at the mall. The artists of Hijos del Sol will be on hand to lend an artistic flair. In the Grand Court (near Starbucks).

Blackbird
2018-05-10 20:00 - 2018-05-27 17:00 | Golden Bough Theater, Monte Verde St. &SW 8th Ave., Carmel by the Sea, CA, 93922, United States
The PacRep players are presenting the compelling drama about relationships, power, and abuse. Winner of several awards and dealing with the repercussions childhood sexual abuse Blackbird is an evening of powerful theater. Mature audiences.

Max's Paws for a Cause
2018-05-11 06:00 - 21:00 | 8205 Valley Greens , Carmel Valley , CA, United States
A speakeasy-type fundraiser for the animal helping organization, Max’s Paws for a Cause.

Beyond Opioids Alternative Treatments
2018-05-11 08:30 - 16:25 | Embassy Suites Monterey Bay, 1441 Canyon Del Rey, Seaside, CA, United States
This lecture will be looking at Cannabis as a treatment alternative to traditional pain relief. How to avoid using opioids and the addiction risk that they pose.

Pete Souza
2018-05-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium, 307 High St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
The photographer from the Obama administration has published a book containing scores of the photos he took while working in the White House. Here he is discussing his experiences. An enlightening and interesting evening is a given.

Carmel's Forgotten Artist
2018-05-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Carmel Foundation, Lincoln & 8th, Carmel By The Sea, CA, 93921, United States
A presentation about Jane Gallatin Powers by her Great Granddaughter. The forgotten artist, Ms Gallitn Powers, was one of the most influential people in creating the character of Carmel as an artist’s colony. She and her husband invited the bohemian types that created the atmosphere that the city works so hard to maintain.

To Pauline, With Love Camerata Singers Salute
2018-05-11 19:30 - 21:30 | St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1071 Pajaro St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
After 30 years of accompanying the chorus, their beloved pianist is retiring. In acknowledgement of her efforts over the years a concert is being given in her honor. A wide variety of music is to be presented. Come out and see one of the area’s premier ensembles. They’re really good!

Rufus Wainwright
2018-05-11 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The toast of the music world because of his eclectic performances as well as his pedigree in folk music Mr. Wainwright has proven himself to be a voice worth listening to. From Leonard Cohen to Shakespeare sonnets, he has been busy singing a lot. This is sure to be an interesting evening.

Paint with Dali
2018-05-12 04:00 - 18:00 | Dali Expo Museum, Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The artist will not be in attendance, owing to the fact of his death. The museum will be open and celebrating the great artist’s birthday, and you get to participate. Instead of the usual first Saturday painting class this month it will happen on Dali’s birthday.

Black Donnelly's Guiness World Record Tour
2018-05-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Carmel Youth Center, Torres and 4th streets, Carmel B.T.S.
You can be part of a remarkable achievement, help these two wonderful musicians create a new world record. They want to perform 60 times in fifty states and do it in 40 days. Can they do it? Come watch them for 45 minutes then they dash off. In addition, they are donating a significant amount to charity. Where’s the down side?

Asilomar Ramble
2018-05-12 10:00 - 11:30 | Asilomar Conference Center, 800 Asilomar Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Why not take advantage of one of the area’s favorite parks? Come have a naturalist accompany you on a walk through the beauty of Asilomar. Learn its history and consider its future.

Spring Fling (Artisan Craft Fair)
2018-05-12 11:30 - 16:30 | 1 John St. , Sand City , CA, 93955, United States
Sand City is becoming the place for artists and those who like new, artistic presentations by those artists. Here’s another chance to get some lovely items for the house or as gifts.

Carmel Art Walk
2018-05-12 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Carmel, Carmel By the Sea, CA, 93923, United States
Artists’ studios all over Carmel will be open for you to enjoy and get to know the artists. Look for the blue lanterns hanging outside their studios. But first check out the website and see where you would like to start.
