Christmas Carol
2017-12-15 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Paper Wing Theater, 320 Hoffman, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
PaperWing Theater presents this Christmas classic for your enjoyment. No doubt, they will put their own twist on the classic story. If you are interested in a blast of seasonal spirit(s) come see their latest work.

Salinas Valley Comic Con
2017-12-16 11:00 - 2017-12-17 17:00 | Hartnell College, 411 Central Ave., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
You know you have always wanted to dress up like a comic book hero. Here’s your chance and it isn’t even Halloween. Or just have fun with lots of other lovers of anime, comics, and superhero stuff. Artists, writers, merchandise, and camaraderie will be available.

Author Talk
2017-12-16 14:00 - 17:00 | Seaside City Library, 550 Harcourt Ave, Seaside , CA, 93955, United States
the Seaside Library hosts Caroline DePalatis author of “Jumping Out of the Mainstream”. She wrote a book about her family’s move from their lives in the USA and into China.

Nutcracker
2017-12-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Carmel Sunset Center
Yes it’s the beloved Christmas perennial presentation of The Nutcracker, the slightly scary story of the battle of mice and nutcrackers told through the eyes of a little girl. The presentation of the dancers from around the world is the high note of the Christmas season for many. Bring your children and family to a great presentation featuring a full orchestra.

Ballet Fantasque Nutcracker
2017-12-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Santa Catalina School, 1500 Mark Thomas Dr., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Santa Catalina School presents this seasonal classic with a wide variety of dancers, from professionals to students. Come see a wonderful version of Hoffman’s tale of a little girl’s dream.

Marina Farmers' Market
2017-12-17 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina
A gathering of local farmers offering a wide variety of produce.

Critical Christmas Bike Ride
2017-12-17 17:45 - 19:00 | Custom House Plaza, Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
For years this has been a fun ride through the flat part of Monterey. Gather with other celebratory riders with decorated bikes and make the trip from Custom House Plaza to the Aquarium. Maybe a quick detour will be in the cards.

Monterey Farmers Market
2017-12-18 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States
The Old Monterey Farmers Market, established in 1991, comprises of 3 ½ city blocks and runs year-round rain or shine. During the summer it’s the largest gathering of people in Monterey County, attracting more that 10,000 locals and tourists in one location. You can travel the world in just three blocks, finding arts and crafts, handmade jewelry, furniture, clothing, international food, organic produce, flowers, and pastries.
Our produce vendors come from all over California, from Salinas and Watsonville, to Fresno and Sacramento, selling Certified and Organic Certified produce.
Arts and crafts vendors come from around the world, selling treasures from Africa, Colombia, Mexico, Russia, Japan, China, and Yugoslavia, just to name a few.
Our food vendors also serve up delicacies that are as international as our products serving up Indian, Japanese, Korean, Mexican, Mediterranean, and BBQ delicacies. In our Baker’s Alley you can find fresh pastries like baklava, European breads, cookies, muffins, pies, and cakes.
In addition to the products and food we offer, the Old Monterey Farmers Market also includes a variety of community events. You can donate blood through C.H.O.M.P., adopt a dog from the SPCA,register to vote, and enjoy live music from local musicians.

8th Annual Messiah Sing-a-long
2017-12-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Peace United Church of Christ, 900 High St. , Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Bring your libretto or use one of theirs, join your voice with many others and sing your heart out. All funds raised go to local charities.

A Very Shut Ins X-Mas
2017-12-21 16:00 - 22:00 | Food Lounge, 101 Center St. , Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
A very interesting title for what will be a fun evening of food, drink, and song, featuring the music of the band, The Shut-ins. Doors open at 4:00 and Happy Hour begins kitchen opens at 5:00, 7:00 Band comes on. Free but a $10 donation is suggested.

A Christmas Carol
2017-12-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Little House, Jewel Park , Pacific Grove, CA, United States
A very traditional rendering of the Dickens favorite, “Christmas Carol”. In Pacific Grove’s Jewel Park in the Little House it will be performed as a solo act. Yes, one man taking all the roles and lending a traditional approach. Very Victorian.

Celtic Christmas
2017-12-21 19:30 - 22:00 | Resource Center for Non-Violence, 612 Ocean St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Join the folks at the Resource Center for their annual celebration with Mr. Foley. Songs, stories, dance and general seasonal merriment.

Winterdance
2017-12-22 19:30 - 22:00 | St. Mary’s by-the-sea Church, 146 12th St. , Pacific Grove , CA, United States
12th annual Celtic Christmas celebration featuring Irish Dancers and vocals by Christa Burch. Presented by the Celtic Society and Molly’s Revenge. A bit of the ould sod right here on the peninsula.

Nutcracker Holiday Tea
2017-12-23 02:00 - 17:00 | Carmel Valley Ranch, 1 Old Ranch Rd., Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
A simple way to enjoy some time with family and friends as well as see talented dancers doing the Christmas classic, “The Nutcracker” in smaller, digestible bits. Tea and cookies, as well as something bubbly for adults will be available to enhance the experience.
