Soul of CA

Japanese Cultural Fair
2023-06-10 11:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Japanese Cultural Fair, 103 Emmett St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Santa Cruz’s 35th celebration of all things Japanese. There will be dancing, exhibitions of ikebana, kimono, martial arts and food of many sorts. General festiveness will abound. The only thing missing will be you. So get over there and enjoy yourself. More details can be found at http://www.jcfsantacruz.org

Monterey Garden Tour
2023-06-10 11:00 - 16:00 | Monterey Historic State Park, Monterey , CA, 93940, United States
This area is great for growing almost anything. There are a few exceptions like coffee beans and chocolate. Here’s your chance to see what real gardeners do in the privacy of their own yards. Sound interesting? Check out the garden at Casa de Oro in the Monterey Historical Park and the 11 other gardens in private homes and you will see what can be done in our remarkable climate. Sponsored by the Monterey Historical Park Association.

Summer Wildflower Show
2023-06-10 10:00 - 2023-06-11 16:00 | Garland Park, Garland Park Visitors Center, 700 W. Carmel Valley Rd., CA, 93924, United States
As if Garland Ranch Regional Park wasn’t already wonderful, this show will feature the spectacular flowers that have sprung up from the remarkable rain we’ve just experienced. Come out to Garland Park on Carmel Valley Rd and get a close up look at what has bloomed in the area. June 10 & 11 from 10 until 4.

Farmers Market Power Plant Moss Landing (4-9)
2023-06-10 10:00 - 14:00 | Power Plant, Highway One, Moss Landing, CA, United States
We are so lucky. We live in the most productive part of the state which is the most productive state in the country. We are lucky because we have so many Farmers Markets within easy reach of our cities and neighborhoods. Now it’s June and this is one of our most productive seasons. So go find some of this wonderful produce and check out all the other interesting things available. If the market featured here isn’t the right time, place, or day for you go to http://www.montereycfb.com It’s the Farm Bureau, if anyone knows where the markets are, it’s them.

Point Sur Tours
2023-06-10 08:00 - 2023-06-11 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 (9-2)
2023-06-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Artichoke Festival
2023-06-10 - 2023-06-11 | Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
It’s that time again. Celebrating the tastiest member of the thistle family and the prosperity it has brought this area. Rides, games, food, beverages, and lots more. Don’t forget there are many ways to prepare the artichoke and you can learn lots of them. http://www.artichokefestival.org is the place to find out all the info you might need.

T3R Elemento
2023-06-09 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
No, that’s not a typo. The band’s third attempt at formation and continuing to work together took three tries. So that’s the name. It’s the third element. Latin influenced and award winning they bring their “corrido verde” to the Golden State. Check out http://www.goldenstatetheatre.com and you will learn more.

Monterey Jade Festival
2023-06-09 19:00 - 20:30 | Monterey History and Art at Stanton Center, 5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
This part of the festival is a showing of the documentary, “Circle of Life”. The director went around the world to bring together the many ways in which people use jade for rituals, religion, and healing. The movie also demonstrates how jade is using in healing and other practices. More info is available at Http::/www.eventbrite.com

Mercado Popular Salinas Sports Complex (4-9)
2023-06-09 16:00 - 21:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States

farmers Market Salinas Memorial Hospital (12:30-5:30)
2023-06-09 12:30 - 17:30 | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States

Asilomar Tours
2023-06-09 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 Del Monte Mall (8-12)
2023-06-09 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States

Farmers Market Soledad (4-8)
2023-06-08 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Soledad, Soledad, United States

Farmers Market Carmel BTS (10-2)
2023-06-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Dolores & Sixth Carmel, Carmel BTS, CA, United States

Farmers Market California State University Monterey Bay (2-6)
2023-06-08 08:00 - 17:00 | CSUMB University Center, 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States

Farmers Market King City (4-7)
2023-06-07 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown King City, King City, CA, United States

Farmers Market Natividad Hospital (11-3:30)
2023-06-07 08:00 - 17:00 | Natividad Hospital, E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, United States

Farmers Market Downtown Monterey (4-7)
2023-06-06 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

Farmers Market E. Alisal (11-4)
2023-06-06 11:00 - 16:00 | WIC Office, 632 E. Alisal St., Salinas, CA, United States

Farmers Market Barnyard (9-1)
2023-06-06 09:00 - 13:00 | The Barnyard, Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

Farmers Market Pacific Grove (3-7)
2023-06-05 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States

Evening with Stacy Abrams
2023-06-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Rio Theater, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
Not only the first Black woman to be a major party candidate for governor in US history, but Ms. Abrams is also a prolific writer. Her latest work is a suspense tale involving Washington VIPs. Certainly she will discuss her book but most of her audience will also want to hear political anecdotes and info about her home state of Georgia. Look for more info at http://www.bookshopsantacruz.com

Monterey Salinas Valley Railroad Museum
2023-06-04 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

Farmers Market Marina (10-2)
2023-06-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina
Summer is just around the corner and those lovely summer fruits are showing up in the market stalls. Come out and see what the freshest produce looks like. In addition, there are the prepared food stalls and trucks, in case you just can’t wait to get home to eat something scrumptious. There is still time to find something for Father’s Day or the graduates in the family. If you need different dates or times for your farmers market needs check out http://www.montereycfb.com/farmersmarkets

Farmers Market Del Monte Mall (8-12)
2023-06-04 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States

Rufus Wainwright (Folkocracy)
2023-06-03 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Although he has a real pedigree in music and could sit back and enjoy the fruits of his folks work, Mr. Wainwright has worked and established himself as an innovative artist and musician. He is bringing his band and talent for our enjoyment and will impress the audience with some marvelous music. Details at http://www.goldenstatetheatre.com

44th Monterey Wine Festival
2023-06-03 12:00 - 2023-06-04 16:30 | Monterey Conference Center, 1 Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
There are so many wonderful things to celebrate about Monterey County and our wines are one of the best. So here’s your chance. There will be numerous choices and it’s easy to guess that they will all be very good. You can be assured that there will be marvelous food offerings as well. More info can be had at http://www.montereywine.com

Redwood Mountain Fair
2023-06-03 11:00 - 2023-06-04 20:00 | Roaring Camp Railroad, 5401 Graham Hill Rd., Felton, CA, 95018, United States
In the beautiful setting of Roaring Camp up in the Santa Cruz Mountains they will be giving you a chance to support the local charities. Because it is a fair there will be music, dancing, crafts, food, and lots to see. Because it’s Santa Cruz there will be many unique and wonderful things among all that fun. Look at http://www.roaringcamp.com and get more details.

Living History Days San Juan Bautista
2023-06-03 11:00 - 15:30 | CA
Looking for a low cost, entertaining, and maybe educational afternoon? Come to San Juan Bautista for a Saturday. It’s close and a step back in time, especially during the Living History Days. The first Saturday of each month the town is host to miners, smiths, coopers, and mountain men to name a few. You can wander among them and ask questions and take in the beauty of the setting. More info at https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=30288
