Soul of CA

Farmers Market Marina (10-2)
2023-05-21 10:00 - 14:00, 2023-05-28 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina
Late Spring is upon us. The fruits and vegetables are becoming more and more plentiful and the prices are coming down. The rain has mostly passed and we can rely on our typical patterns. SO come on out and check out the selection of great local produce. As you know there are many read-to-eat food vendors as well. You might just find a good gift for Dad or the grads coming up. If this market doesn’t work for your life or schedule, check out http://www.montereycfb.com/farmersmarkets

Farmers Market Carmel Valley (10-3)
2023-05-21 10:00 - 15:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States

Monterey Ocean Arts Festival
2023-05-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Monterey Museum of Art, 720 Via Mirada, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Spector Dance’s annual gathering celebrating the link between the arts and science is here again. There will be performing arts and visual arts featuring information about the ocean and its vital importance to our lives. All the works presented are created by artists under the age of 24. So it promises to be interesting and challenging. More details available at http://www.spectordance.org

San Francisco Scottish Fiddlers w/ Alasdair Fraser
2023-05-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Carmel High School, Highway One, Carmel By the Sea, CA, 93922, United States
This promises to be a rousing afternoon of music. There are a lot of Scottish Fiddlers and Mr. Fraser is quite the dynamic leader. There promises to be a number of fans dancing in the aisles, if you go for that sort of thing. If you need a reason to raise your spirits and have some time head over to this. Details and a picture of the Fiddlers at http://www.sfscottishfiddlers.org

Vinos, Tapas, and Manouche Jazz
2023-05-21 15:00 - 18:00 | Hidden Valley Music Seminars, 546 Hartnell St. Suite B, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Sounds like an evening of wonderful entertainment and food. It will be, especially if you are a fan of Spanish culture, food, and music. The music will be provided by Barrio Manouche playing the jazz that was highly influenced by none less than Django Rhinehart and came up through the musicians of his area. The dance will be the talented Melissa Cruz of flamenco fame. The goal of all this is to support Palenke Arts in Seaside. This program stirs the artistic spirit of all ages in the area and has been recognized for the quality of its programs. More info is at http://www.hiddenvalleymusic.org

Farmers Market Pacific Grove (3-7)
2023-05-22 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States

Farmers Market Barnyard (9-1)
2023-05-23 09:00 - 13:00 | The Barnyard, Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

Farmers Market E.Alisal (11-4)
2023-05-23 11:00 - 16:00 | WIC Office, 632 E. Alisal St., Salinas, CA, United States

Farmers Market Monterey Alvarado St. (4-7)
2023-05-23 16:00 - 19:00 | CA

Farmers Market Natividad Hospital (11- 3:30)
2023-05-24 11:00 - 15:30 | Natividad Hospital, E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, United States

Farmers Market King City (4-7)
2023-05-24 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown King City, King City, CA, United States

12th Annual California Roots Festival
2023-05-25 | Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Featuring many well-known groups and some more obscure but talented folks, this festival has been delighting its fans for twelve years. Despite setbacks during the pandemic it perseveres. Make your reservations early and get those tickets. This seems to be turning into the 21st century’s Monterey Jazz Festival. More info can be had at http://www.californiarootsfestival.com

Carmel Art Festival
2023-05-25 - 2023-05-28 | Devendorf Park, Carmel, CA, United States
You may notice more than the usual number of people painting the beautiful scenery that surrounds us her in Monterey County. That’s because the Carmel Art Festival is happening. These artists will bring their work to Devendorf Park for display and judging. You can see these and other works throughout downtown Carmel. Along with the art there will be kid’s activities and some for adults to express their inner artist in a variety of media. Lots of details at https://whatsupmonterey.com/events/community-events/carmel-art-festival/568

Farmers Market Carmel BTS (10-2)
2023-05-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel

Farmers Market CSU Monterey Bay (2-6)
2023-05-25 14:00 - 18:00 | CA

Farmers Market Soledad (4-8)
2023-05-25 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Soledad, Soledad, United States

Farmers Market Del Monte Mall (8-12)
2023-05-26 08:00 - 12:00, 2023-05-28 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States

Asliomar Tours
2023-05-26 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

Farmers Market Salinas Memorial Hospital (12:30-5:30)
2023-05-26 12:30 - 17:30 | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States

Mercado Popular Salinas Sports Complex (4-9)
2023-05-26 16:00 - 21:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States

Amberjacks Baseball
2023-05-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Sollecito Baseball Park, 777 Pearl St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Season Opener for the local baseball team against the Vallejo Seaweed. Last year the Amberjacks had a good season and they certainly deserve your support this year. The next two days have the team from San Rafael, the Pacifics. So if you can’t come to one, it will still be the weekend of the opener. Check out their website for more info. http://www.montereyamberjacks.com

Fae Masquerade Ball
2023-05-26 19:00 - 2023-05-27 01:00 | Brookdale Lodge, 11570 Highway 9, Brookdale, CA, 95007, United States
The word “fae” is a reference to supernatural and sometimes intimidating creatures that inhabit our dreams and nightmares. Although these folks probably mean something a little lighter and more fairy-ish. Whatever you prefer you can dress up and attend this Fae Masquerade Ball. There will be prizes, food, drink, and the ambiance of the “most haunted hotel in California” a claim that may be difficult to verify. Intrigued? You probably want more details. Go to http://www.btrevents.com and get answers.

Point Sur Tours
2023-05-27 08:00 - 2023-05-28 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)
2023-05-27 09:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Outrigger Races
2023-05-27 09:00 - 16:00 | Del Monte Beach, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
It’s the Hi’ilani’O Ke Kai Hoe Wa’a Outrigger races at Del Monte Beach in Monterey. The teams take off through the surf, paddle furiously, and return up the beach to ring a bell. It’s a stirring sight and a great way to enjoy a day at the beach. There are a variety of age groups and the 200-300 participants range in age from 12 to >70 years of age. You will want to check out http://www.paddle.kekai.org for more details. Or maybe join the fun and paddling.

Farmers Market Power Plant Moss Landing (10-2)
2023-05-27 10:00 - 14:00 | Power Plant, Highway One, Moss Landing, CA, United States

Diamond Drag Brunch
2023-05-28 09:30 - 12:30 | Paper Wing Theater, 71 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Leave it to the PaperWing Theater folks to step right into a fun, if controversial, art form. Yes, Lulu Vee is the emcee and this promises to be a vibrant , funny way to enjoy your mimosas. Check out http://www.paperwing.com if details are what you need.

Monterey County Pops Memorial Day Concert
2023-05-29 13:00 - 15:00 | Colton Hall, 570 Pacific St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
It’s spring time and summer is around the corner. That means the Memorial Day events are coming up. This is a tradition in Monterey for quite a while now. Come on out and enjoy a lovely day on the grass at Colton Hall and hear lots of fun tunes and some patriotic ones also. The lineup is available at http://www.montereypops.org/events
