Gem Faire
2018-11-24 10:00 - 2018-11-25 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Just as you are thinking about gifts, here is a marvelous chance to get something unique. here there will be gems, beads, crystals, and precious metals. So much to choose from.http://gemfaire.com

Spectacular Variety Show
2018-11-24 19:00 - 21:00, 2018-11-25 14:30 - 17:00 | Hidden Valley Music Center, 104 W. Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel, CA, 93924, United States
In the heyday of variety shows the acts were a diverse representation of remarkable skills and talents. Just so in this version. Singing, dancing, and aerial acts will highlight this program.

Songs Hotbox Harry Taught Us
2018-11-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Barmel, San Carlos between 7th and Ocean, Carmel , CA, United States
Yes, that’s the name of the band. It seems that the playlist of the band is the one described in the name. It will be an interesting and eclectic evening, filled with interesting music and stories.

Gourd Music Event
2018-11-24 19:30 - 21:00 | Resource Center for Non-Violence, 612 Ocean St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
No, they are not playing gourds. (However interesting that might be.) The Gourd Music Label is presenting their program of their talented musicians. Lots of music, stories, and good times will be available. http://rcnv.org

Inside/Outside Erotic Eclectic
2018-11-24 20:00 - 22:00 | Dali Expo Museum, Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The Dali 17 museum will be hosting a presentation of challenging and interesting performance pieces. Some of them include nudity and the audience must be 18 and over. The theme is “Talk to your inner demons”. More at their website info@Dali17.com

Matsiko Orphan Choir
2018-11-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Greater Victory Temple Church, 1620 Broadway Ave., Seaside, CA, 93955, United States
This choir is made up of children throughout the world. Although the title means “hope” in the Ugandan language the children bring their own experiences from the native countries to the performance. It will be a celebration of hope incorporating the culture of the countries of origin of the singers.

Parade of Lights
2018-11-25 18:00 - 20:00 | City Center, Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
For several years now the city of Salinas has sponsored a community parade. Scores of groups come out and march through the downtown center. Even larger groups of viewers line the streets to cheer and wave at the parade. It’s a community-wide success. Come out and see what Salinas is really like. Fun people and lively parades.

Bruce Hornsby
2018-11-25 20:00 - 22:00 | Sunset Center Carpenter Hall, Mission and 9th, Carmel, CA, 93921, United States
After conquering popular music in the 80’s Hornsby has followed his inspiration, working on projects with many other iconoclastic musicians and groups. here we will have a chance to catch up with what he has been working on for the last decade or so. http://sunsetcenter.org

Winter Magic w/ Mike Della Pella
2018-11-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Aptos Public Library, 7695 Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States
At the Aptos Library, and other libraries through the Santa Cruz system, this fun magic show will be presented. bring the children for a fun free afternoon. check the website for other times. http://santacruzpl.org

Pacific Grove Treelighting
2018-11-26 17:30 - 20:00 | Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, 165 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
America’s Last Hometown does it up traditionally but with a modern twist. Come see the community get together to begin their Christmas season. There will be the jolly old elf, songs, food, and friendly folks.

Ray Brown Quintet
2018-11-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320 Cedar St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
After a renowned career with Stn Kenton and Count Basie Mr. Brown retired to this area. Now he appears with an outstanding group to explore some new musical territory. You get to share in this. http://kuumbwajazz.org

Carolyn Sills Combo
2018-11-26 19:30 - 22:00 | Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320 Cedar St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Do the names Bob Wills, Patsy Cline, Merle Travis, or Les Paul mean anything to you? If they do, you will have a marvelous evening of Western Swing music. If not, come down and see/hear what all the smart crowd is talking about. These folks combine the best of oldies and blend them with their own original songs to provide a most entertaining event. http://kuumbwajazz.org

Wetlands Lecture
2018-11-27 18:00 - 19:30 | Middlebury Institute of International Studies, 442 1/2 Van Buren St. (Holland Courtyard), Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
It’s a topic which doesn’t get the attention or respect it deserves. Yet, these areas are extremely important for many reasons. All those are likely to be discussed during this lecture.

Christmas With Dickens
2018-11-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Santa Cruz Public Library, 224 Church St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Some say that he invented many of the traditions and notions we have regarding the celebration of Christmas. Whether or not that is true this program should be a lot of fun. Presented by actors and scholars the evening will bring you up close to one of the English language’s greats. http://santacruzpl.org
