Events

Come to the Crow's Nest in Santa Cruz and take a dancing break. Especially if you are a fan of line dance.  For more info go to https://www.crowsnest-santacruz.com

The movie that introduced several young actors is playing at the Santa Cruz Boardwalk. Bring some comfy beach furniture a blanket, snacks and settle in for a fun evening.

The track at Laguna Seca hosts an amazing variety of races from Indy cars to vintage racers restored to perfection. Included in this are the Superbike motorcycles and even some bicycles from time to time.  This gathering is becoming an unofficial part of the Car Week festivities. The unique aspect of this race is that […]

School’s about to start and we all want to get the children off to school with the best start possible. Where to find the best produce and veggies? You know, it’s the farmers markets all around the area. They have friendly, knowledgeable people and easily the best of fresh and interesting fruits. There are lots […]

School’s about to start and we all want to get the children off to school with the best start possible. Where to find the best produce and veggies? You know, it’s the farmers markets all around the area. They have friendly, knowledgeable people and easily the best of fresh and interesting fruits. There are lots […]

School’s about to start and we all want to get the children off to school with the best start possible. Where to find the best produce and veggies? You know, it’s the farmers markets all around the area. They have friendly, knowledgeable people and easily the best of fresh and interesting fruits. There are lots […]

The safe harbor created by the coastline of our area has lent itself to many activities. One of the more dangerous and spectacular of them is whaling. The giant mammals were hunted from different places according to the cultural practices of different groups. Local historian, Tim Thomas will lead a two hour lecture/walk filling in […]

So you grew some delicious produce and you saved some seeds. Now what? You can plant them next year or bring some to the exchange for different seeds.  Then bring some of that new plant's seeds and get something different again. Or just keep getting the same ones. It's fine. Gardeners are usually quite patient […]

On the first weekend of the month the history oriented folks, who enjoy role playing, in the area get together and show the rest of us what people did and how they lived in the past. Here at the San Juan Bautista State Park they specialize in the mission era and the post Gold Rush […]

The good friend and colleague of John Steinbeck was a remarkable figure in his own right. He collected and distributed numerous specimens of marine animals. His lab was the spot for many gatherings of Steinbeck and their friends. Details can be found at https://www.montereypl.libcal.com