Soul of CA

Point Sur Light Station Tours
2023-11-25 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Point Sur Lighthouse, Highway One , CA, United States
Looking for some exercise to justify the meal you ate the other day? Drive down to the Point Sur Light Station and march around there. Not only will you get exercise, you will learn some history and see magnificent views the entire time. (If it’s not too foggy.)
Go to http://www.pointsur.org for further details.

Farmers Market Marina (10-2)
2023-11-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina
It’s definitely time to be looking for the ingredients for those perfect fixings for the leftovers from the feast. What better place to find the freshest produce than the farmers market? Come out and find the best potatoes, beans, mushrooms, and whatever your family needs to make the meal special. If you get hungry while shopping there are booths with prepped food and also places to buy a holiday gift or two, if you know someone on the nice (not naughty) list . For more options in terms of time, place, or day look at this website http://www.montereycfb.com

Farmers Market Carmel Valley (10-3)
2023-11-26 10:00 - 15:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States

Farmers Market Pacific Grove (3-7)
2023-11-27 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States
The beginning of the holiday celebrations is officially upon us. The Solstice is approaching and the growing season for many things has passed. That doesn’t mean that there aren’t good produce items available at their freshest. Check out the booths at your favorite market for delectable prepared foods and wonderful gift ideas. So much to see and a great way to find the best bargains. There’s a chance that your market might be closing or have different hours than you’re accustomed to. Check out http://www.montereycfb.com for alternatives.

Farmers Market Monterey (4-7)
2023-11-27 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

Ice Skating Rink
2023-11-29 - 2023-12-31 | Custom House Plaza, 5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
As has happened in the last many holiday seasons, there is a skating rink at Custom House Plaza. It will run through the end of December and the hours vary from one day to the next. Check out all the info you need for a great day of skating at https://www.iceskatingbythebay.com

Farmers Market King City (4-7)
2023-11-29 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown King City, King City, CA, United States

Farmers Market Carmel BTS (10-2)
2023-11-30 08:00 - 17:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel

Farmers Market Seaside (3-7)
2023-11-30 15:00 - 19:00 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States

Country Christmas
2023-11-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States
The folks at the California Rodeo have expanded their events to include more seasonal happenings. This is their new Country Christmas market and festival. It will include many vendors, as well as food hot chocolate, tree lighting and of course the jolly, old elf himself. Sponsored by https://www.MYCARS.com

Pacific Grove Parade of Lights
2023-11-30 18:00 - 19:30 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States
Come to downtown PG and get in the holiday spirit with their parade and celebration of the holiday season. These folks put on a lot of parades (this is their 20th), so this is likely to be a good one. More info to be had at https://www.pacificgrove.org

Annual Christmas at the Wharf
2023-12-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Come down to the Fisherman’s Wharf during the coming holiday season and see the lights, enjoy the festive lighting and events that will be happening each weekend through the 23rd of December. Special offers from the stores and all the wonderful animals which animate the area year-round. More details at http://www.montereywharf.com

Farmers Market Salinas Valley Health (12-5)
2023-12-01 12:00 - 17:00 | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States

Tree and Menorah Lighting
2023-12-01 15:00 - 17:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel
The corner of Ocean and Mission in downtown Carmel BTS will be the spot to see their lovely civic display as it is lighted for the holiday season. Festivities start early 3:00 so plan ahead. More info at https://www.carmelcalifornia.com

Holiday Hello
2023-12-01 16:00 - 18:00 | District 4 Marina, 2616 1st Ave., Marina, CA, United States
District 4 Supervisor, Wendy Root Askew, is offering an opportunity to the constituents of her district. Come on out to the Marina office and get to know her and her staff while sharing some holiday cheer. Maybe some ideas will be generated and the county will be improved, give it a try. Details at https://www.district4@co.monterey.ca.us

Mercado Popular Salinas Sports Complex
2023-12-01 16:00 - 21:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States

Illuminado First Friday @ Monterey Museum of Art
2023-12-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Monterey Museum of Art, 720 Via Mirada, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
They are beginning a new tradition at the MMA. There will be music (DJ Hanif Wondir), wine, light snacks and of course the art. So if you can’t find a way to get to the celebration this month, try again soon. Details at https://www.montereyart.org

Tree Lighting Carmel Plaza
2023-12-01 18:00 - 19:30 | Carmel Plaza, Ocean & Mission, Carmel BTS, CA, United States
Tree, Lights, Action will be called out in may places this season but we are concerned with Carmel Plaza and their tree right now. There will be lots of festive energy and fun. (This date is confusing, some say the 1st, others say the 6th.) Check out their website for more details. https://www.carmelcalifornia.com/event

Christmas Cuento
2023-12-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Western Stage, Hartnell College, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
The Western Stage at Hartnell College is presenting an innovative take on the famous Dickens tale of redemption and generosity. A Latina mother has a variety of woes facing her and the story is how she copes with the season. More details, dates, and times available at https://www.westernstage.com

Harvey-Baker House
2023-12-02 08:00 - 17:00 | 1st Mayor’s House, 20 Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93940, United States
Salinas’ first mayor’s home has been preserved and is available to the public. Knowledgeable docents are on hand to help you rediscover many interesting aspects of local history. But only on the first Saturday of each month. More info at http://www.firstmayorshouse.org

Farmers Market Salinas (9-2)
2023-12-02 10:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum
2023-12-02 10:00 - 2023-12-03 16:00 | Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum, Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
During the first weekend of each month the dedicated members of the Monterey and Salinas Valley Railroad organization open the doors of their building and share their knowledge and enjoyment of the world of trains. If you or someone you know hears the train whistle blowing repeatedly during this weekend you can be sure that they are “in the house”. Come by and see the diorama they have inside their walls. More information at http://www.msvrr.org

Living History Days San Juan Bautista
2023-12-02 11:00 - 15:30 | San Juan Bautista State Park, San Juan Bautista, CA, United States
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

AZA Tamazight from Morocco
2023-12-02 19:30 - 21:30 | Palenke Arts, 1713 Broadway, Seaside, CA, 93955, United States
Featuring the music of the people of the Atlas Mountains in Northern Africa these musicians have been performing and traveling for 20 years. This will be a wonderful evening for people who enjoy world music and those who simply like to try something different and unusual. Details are found at 831-899-9909.

Macy Gray
2023-12-02 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
This musical stylist had some well-received moments in popular music years back. Come check out what she’s been up to in recent years. Her distinctive sound makes some of us think of a latter day Billy Holiday. More info can be had at https://www.goldenstatetheatre.com

Farmers Market Marina (10-2)
2023-12-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina

Farmers Market Carmel Valley (10-3)
2023-12-03 10:00 - 15:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States

Stanton Art Market
2023-12-03 10:00 - 16:00 | Monterey History and Art at Stanton Center, 5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Just the place to find lovely gifts, you decide if they are last minute or not. There’s plenty of time in some people’s minds. Locally created objects and refreshments will be available for your consideration. Check out https://www.stantoncenter.org

Lighted Boat Show
2023-12-03 17:00 - 19:30 | Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The name says it all, come to the Monterey Marina and watch the decorated boats as they sail through the marina and show off their decorations and handling. https://www.montereywharf.com is where you will find more info about the event.

Ballad of a Brown King
2023-12-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Sandbox, 440 Ortiz Ave., Sand City, CA, 93955, United States
The Three Magi traditionally have a Black man in their group. Years ago, the American poet Langston Hughes and composer Margaret Bond wrote a short piece about him and his journey. This is the premier of this work in our area. Other pieces are also on the program which promises to be an interesting start to the holiday season. More info about this at http://www.sandboxsandcity.com
