Soul of CA

Christmas with Charles Dickens
2022-12-10 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 514 Park St., 514 Park St., Pacific Grove, CA, United States
It’s kind of a misnomer, you are not eating with the creator of all those memorable characters. But celebrating the season with a group of his avid fans at a potluck dinner. But if you like his work there is no doubt you will enjoy talking about it with other fans. Bring a dish to share and some non-liquid Christmas spirit.

Christmas in the Adobes
2022-12-10 17:00 - 21:00, 2022-12-09 17:00 - 21:00 | Pacific House Memory Garden, Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
A time honored tradition in the area, Christmas in the Adobes is your chance to wander through as many of the old buildings as you can, or want to. They will be staffed by volunteers, carolers, and others dressed in period outfits and filled with info about the history of Monterey and the area. Beverages and light refreshments will be available and tickets can be purchased and information gained at http://www.mshpa.org

Christmas On Main
2022-12-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Compass Church, 1044 S. Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
For many years now the Compass Church (formerly !st Presbyterian) has hosted an elaborate show featuring performers with national recognition and their own talented members. This year the fun starts on the 10th of December. Three singers John Weinglass, Mario Jose, and Justin Gaudoin are the featured performers. Three shows in total, one on saturday and the other two on Sunday. Details available at http://www.compasschurchmc.org

Music & Mulled Wine
2022-12-10 14:00 - 17:00 | St. Mary’s By The Sea Episcopal Church, Central and Twelfth, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States
An afternoon of festive German organ music followed by “glotwein” which you might guess is mulled wine sound like a great way to get in that holiday season feeling. You can enjoy this at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Pacific Grove. Check thier website for details. Here’s the link http://www.stmarysbythesea.org

Smuin's Christmas Ballet
2022-12-10 14:00 - 17:00, 2022-12-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Carmel Sunset Center
The Smuin Dance Troupe is returning with another striking presentation. The title says it all. This talented and innovative company has been impressing local audiences for years and there is no reason to believe that this year will be any different. Go to http://www.sunsetcenter.org for more information.

Winter Art Market
2022-12-10 10:00 - 17:00 | Tannery Art Center, 1010 River St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
The Tannery Art Center hosts a big market with many vendors, food, music, and general holiday cheer. You can very likely find that gift that just expresses your feelings toward those special people in your life. Complete information available at http://www.artscouncilsc.org

Jingle Bell Run
2022-12-10 07:30 - 11:30 | Lover’s Point, 630 Ocean View Blvd., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Dress up as a holiday figure and come to Lovers Point Park in Pacific Grove and then run away from the park with a group of oddly dressed fellow runners. Or be sensible and bring your children as an excuse for costumes and walk the route. Your choice. Either way it is likely to be fun and a good family experience. Or a good experience just for you. And you are helping raise funds for Arthritis research.

Steve Trevino (America's Husband)
2022-12-10 00:00 - 22:00 | Fox Theater, 239 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Appearing at the Fox Theater, Steve Trevino* has had comedy specials on Showtime, Amazon, and Netflix. Come to Salinas City Center and enjoy some big time nightlife. More details at http://www.foxtheatersalinas.com
* Mr. Trevino’s name has a tilde but I don’t. 🙁

Squirrel Nut Zippers
2022-12-09 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
This band, named after a candy, is a blend of New Orleans sounds and reflects an eclectic personal take on music and entertainment. You will be dancing in the aisles after the first couple songs. More details at http://www.goldenstatetheatre.com

Tom Segura (I'm coming everywhere)
2022-12-09 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Mr. Segura has been holding forth on a podcast and on the stage with his humorous insights and observations. More details about him athttp://www.goldenstatetheatre.com

Farmers Market Castroville (Thursdays 4-dusk)
2022-12-08 16:00 - 19:30 | Castroville Farmers Market, Crane St., Castroville, CA, United States
The holiday seasons are approaching and it’s a little harder finding those fruits we enjoyed in the summer. But the vegetables are still widely available and as fresh as ever. In addition there are some retail booths out there and you can likely find a present for that hard-to-shop-for person on your holiday list. Beside that there is still the opportunity to see your neighbors and check out the irresistible prepared food offerings. If this listing isn’t meeting your need for time and place check out http://www.montereycfb.com

Christmas with the Camerata Singers
2022-12-04 14:30 - 16:00 | Monterey First Presbyterian, 501 El Dorado, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
With their usual flair and preparation the Camerata will be presenting a Holiday Concert. This is a wonderful and inspiring way to start your holiday season. At Monterey’s First Presbyterian Church so get your tickets early or at the door. More info at http://www.fpc.org

Wharf Walks
2022-12-04 10:00 - 17:00 | Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Local historian, Tim Thomas takes you on a trip through the history of Monterey by way of the wharf and the shoreline, from the Native peoples to the current post cannery era. On the first Sunday of each month he meets with folks like you and takes them into the area’s past for two hours 10-12. More info from timsardine@yahoo.com

Farmers Market (Carmel Valley)
2022-12-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States
Chilly mornings make getting out and about a little more challenging but the fresh offerings at the local farmers market make for a good motivator. Yes, selections are limited but the values and the people make it a worthwhile use of your time. Come out and find that perfect item for dinner or find some lovely handmade item. You won’t regret the effort. If this particular market isn’t good for your time or place check out http://www.montereycfb.org for more possibilities.

Winter Dance/Celtic Christmas
2022-12-03 15:00 - 21:30 | St. Mary’s By The Sea Episcopal Church, Central and Twelfth, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States
Part of their long running music series, St. Mary’s Church presents four talented and experienced musicians in the Celtic traditions. You can check out their backgrounds at the website as well as get lots more info. Here it ishttp://www.stmarysbythesea.org

Mini Masterpieces
2022-12-03 11:00 - 15:00 | Monterey Museum of Art, 720 Via Mirada, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
A free day at the museum and lots of neat activities for children. Chalk drawing, creation of their own “Mini-Masterpiece”, and a scavenger hunt through the museum itself. While at the same time the exhibit of mini-masterpieces created by local artists and the sale of the works benefits the museum. More details available athttp://www.montereyart.org

Gingerbread House Creation
2022-12-03 10:30 - 13:30 | Hofsas House, San Carlos & Fourth, Carmel B.T.S., CA, 93923, United States
Carmel’s beautiful Harrison Library has a unique fund-raising idea. Let the kids build gingerbread houses and have a contest. So bring a child, not your inner one, pick up your kit, and build away. You can do it at the site or take it home, either way it will be eligible for entry into the contest. The creation/construction will be at the Hofsas House Restaurant, or your home, and the entry fee includes some goodies for the builders. In addition, there are some goodies available for the adults in the room. More details at http://www.eventbrite.com

Railroad Museum Open House
2022-12-03 10:00 - 2022-12-04 17:00 | Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum, Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
The first weekend of each month the Monterey and Salinas Valley Railroad Museum opens to the public. Check out their elaborate setup of the historic rail lines through our valley and the actual “rolling stock” on display. The folks there are knowledgeable and friendly and love sharing their passion.

Harvey-Baker House
2022-12-03 10:00 - 15:00 | Harvey-Baker House, Heritage Park, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Part of the new Heritage Park in Salinas is the Harvey-Baker House. It is the home of the first mayor of Salinas and one of the first residences built in the city proper. Friendly and knowledgeable docents will guide you through a trip into the early days of Salinas and California’s transition into the United States.

50 K for 50 Years
2022-12-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Palo Corona Park, Entrance south of Crossroads, Carmel, CA, United States
Celebrating 50 years of our regional park system, they are rewarding dedicated hikers and selfie buffs with limited edition stickers and t-shirts commemorating the founding of our Monterey Peninsula Parks. If you hike 50 kilometers and/or take a selfie of yourself at all of the local parks you can be eligible for these cool prizes. They will be awarded on December 3rd between 10-2 at Palo Corona Park in Carmel Valley. But you have to do it in November. At this point it made be more of a challenge. More details available at http://www.mprpd.org

Farmers Market (Moss Landing)
2022-12-03 09:00 - 15:00 | Power Plant Foods, CA 1, Moss Landing, CA, United States

Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Open House
2022-12-03 08:00 - 2022-12-04 17:00 | Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum, Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
If you love trains or know someone who loves trains, this is the place for you (or that person). The first weekend of each month the dedicated volunteers at the museum open the doors of their exceptional diorama/ train exhibit and answer questions about it and the local railroad history. These are some knowledgeable folks and can probably answer those pesky questions. Listen for the Train whistle in downtown Salinas and then you’ll know it’s open. http://www.msvrr.org for more options.

Farmers Market (Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital)
2022-12-02 13:30 - 17:30 | CA

Streets of Bethlehem
2022-12-01 18:00 - 2022-12-04 20:00 | First Baptist Church, 130 San Vicente St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
For a long time now the folks at First Baptist Church in Salinas have presented this extravaganza. It includes animals, actors, scenery, and you. The idea is, that it is the evening of the birth of Christ in Bethlehem and you get to see the circumstances around this event. (Not the labor and delivery though.) For the whole family. http://www.streetsofbethlehem.org for more details.

Pacific Grove Parade of Lights
2022-12-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States
As you might expect the Last Hometown has a parade for almost everything, especially the Christmas season. Proceeding down Lighthouse Avenue and including floats, bands, marching and dancing groups as well as local clubs it is definitely a real “hometown” experience. Details at http://www.business.pacificgrove.org

Farmers Market (Soledad)
2022-12-01 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Soledad, Soledad, United States

Christmas at the Inns
2022-11-30 18:00 - 2022-12-01 21:00 | CA
Pacific Grove has a marvelous collection of well preserved inns. The two days of this celebration let the public come in, listen to lovely singing groups, enjoy seasonal refreshments, and take in the ambiance of the restored inns themselves. This is a great way to get a start on your holiday spirit. For details call the Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce at 831-373-3304 orhttp://www.pacificgrove.org

El Mercado (Salinas Sports Complex)
2022-11-30 16:00 - 20:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States
