Soul of CA

Carmel's Culinary Week
2023-06-02 15:00 - 2023-06-10 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Carmel Plaza, Ocean & Mission, Carmel BTS, CA, United States
Yes, a whole week of the delightful and diverse restaurants in Carmel By-The-Sea. Over thirty of them and evenings of discussions and presentations by well-known foodies. It lasts the whole week from June 2nd through the 10th. The kickoff is at Carmel Plaza from 3:00 until 5:00. For sure you want to know more about this. So go to http://www.carmelcalifornia.com

Mercado Popular Salinas Sports Complex (4-9)
2023-06-02 16:00 - 21:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States
Summer is just around the corner and those lovely summer fruits are showing up in the market stalls. Come out and see what the freshest produce looks like. In addition, there are the prepared food stalls and trucks, in case you just can’t wait to get home to eat something scrumptious. There is still time to find something for Father’s Day or the graduates in the family. If you need different dates or times for your farmers market needs check out http://www.montereycfb.com/farmersmarkets

Farmers Market Power Plant (Moss Landing (10-2)
2023-06-03 08:00 - 17:00 | Power Plant, Highway One, Moss Landing, CA, United States

Point Sur Tours
2023-06-03 08:00 - 2023-06-04 17:00 | Point Sur Lighthouse, Highway One , CA, United States
Through May and June the docents at the Point Sur Lighthouse conduct tours through the historic, 128 yo, lighthouse and its grounds. This is a slightly demanding tour , in that it requires participants to walk up the driveway to the top of the hill where the lighthouse is located. (Putting it at the bottom makes no sense, does it?) On Sundays the tour of the nearby Naval Station is available. More info needed? Go to http://www.pointsur.org

Spartan Race
2023-06-03 08:00 - 2023-06-04 17:00 | Toro County Park, Monterey Salinas Highway, Salinas, CA, 93908, United States
This event has a lot of appeal to a certain group of people. Maybe you are one of them. Run, jump, climb, and generally go to extremes in the lovely setting of Toro Park. Or some might say act out your inner 10 year-old. However you decide to describe it is a substantial physical challenge and calls to its followers. If you are one and or want to see the sort of folks who do this check out http://www.race.spartan.com and get more details.

Early Bird Tour (Elkhorn Slough)
2023-06-03 08:30 - 11:30 | Elkhorn Slough NERR, 1700 Elkhorn Slough Rd., Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
It’s early (not too) has birds (lots) and is a tour (Around Elkhorn Slough). Since the Slough is one of the best places in the world to view birds it only makes sense that there would be a tour with guides to help us see those birds. Here’s your chance. The gates at the Slough Visitors’ Center open at 8:15 the tours leave at 8:30. If you miss this one there is one on the first Saturday of the month. More important info at http://www.elkhornslough.org

Farmers Market Salinas City Center (9-2)
2023-06-03 09:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Fisherman's Wharf Walking Tour
2023-06-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Harbor House (Fisherman’s Wharf), Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
As you wander about Monterey you can’t help but realize there is a LOT of history all around you. But how to get some perspective on it? Who can you ask? Tim Thomas is your source and he’s available on Saturday the 3rd of June for a tour and questions. He’s the author of books on local history and former director of a local museum. From 10-12 he will be walking bout with a group and filling them in. You can be one of those people. Go to http://www.montereywharf.com or contact Tim directly at timsardine@yahoo.com

Harvey-Baker House
2023-06-03 10:00 - 15:00 | 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 Carmel Valley (10-3)
2023-06-03 10:00 - 15:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States

Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum
2023-06-03 10:00 - 2023-06-04 16:00 | Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum, Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
The first weekend of each month these dedicated members of the museum open the door of their museum and share their collections and passion with the rest of us. Listen for the train whistle blown by their enthusiastic visitors through each day. Then you will know they are open. More info at http://www.msvrr.org

La Merienda (92nd Celebration)
2023-06-03 11:00 - 15:00 | Memory Garden, Monterey Historical State Park, Monterey , CA, 93940, United States
Although the city of Monterey is 253 years old its birthday has only been celebrated this way for 92 years. It is a big deal, with local officials and other important people playing important roles in the celebration. There will be lots of food, music, dancing, a multi-layer birthday cake, and speeches. Costumed performers and celebrants are expected. It all takes place at the Memory Garden in Old Monterey near the Custom House Plaza. It might be the perfect setting for this event. Come see for yourself.
Lots more info at http://www.montereyhistory.org BTW it’s a fundraiser for the other historical sites in the area.

Living History Days San Juan Bautista
2023-06-03 11:00 - 15:30
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

Redwood Mountain Fair
2023-06-03 11:00 - 2023-06-04 20:00 | Roaring Camp Railroad, 5401 Graham Hill Rd., Felton, CA, 95018, United States
In the beautiful setting of Roaring Camp up in the Santa Cruz Mountains they will be giving you a chance to support the local charities. Because it is a fair there will be music, dancing, crafts, food, and lots to see. Because it’s Santa Cruz there will be many unique and wonderful things among all that fun. Look at http://www.roaringcamp.com and get more details.

44th Monterey Wine Festival
2023-06-03 12:00 - 2023-06-04 16:30 | Monterey Conference Center, 1 Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
There are so many wonderful things to celebrate about Monterey County and our wines are one of the best. So here’s your chance. There will be numerous choices and it’s easy to guess that they will all be very good. You can be assured that there will be marvelous food offerings as well. More info can be had at http://www.montereywine.com

Rufus Wainwright (Folkocracy)
2023-06-03 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Although he has a real pedigree in music and could sit back and enjoy the fruits of his folks work, Mr. Wainwright has worked and established himself as an innovative artist and musician. He is bringing his band and talent for our enjoyment and will impress the audience with some marvelous music. Details at http://www.goldenstatetheatre.com

Farmers Market Del Monte Mall (8-12)
2023-06-04 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States

Farmers Market Marina (10-2)
2023-06-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina

Monterey Salinas Valley Railroad Museum
2023-06-04 10:00 - 16:00 | Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum, Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Evening with Stacy Abrams
2023-06-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Rio Theater, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
Not only the first Black woman to be a major party candidate for governor in US history, but Ms. Abrams is also a prolific writer. Her latest work is a suspense tale involving Washington VIPs. Certainly she will discuss her book but most of her audience will also want to hear political anecdotes and info about her home state of Georgia. Look for more info at http://www.bookshopsantacruz.com

Farmers Market Pacific Grove (3-7)
2023-06-05 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States
We are so lucky. We live in the most productive part of the state which is the most productive state in the country. We are lucky because we have so many Farmers Markets within easy reach of our cities and neighborhoods. Now it’s June and this is one of our most productive seasons. So go find some of this wonderful produce and check out all the other interesting things available. If the market featured here isn’t the right time, place, or day for you go to http://www.montereycfb.com It’s the Farm Bureau, if anyone knows where the markets are, it’s them.

Farmers Market Barnyard (9-1)
2023-06-06 09:00 - 13:00 | The Barnyard, Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

Farmers Market E. Alisal (11-4)
2023-06-06 11:00 - 16:00 | WIC Office, 632 E. Alisal St., Salinas, CA, United States

Farmers Market Downtown Monterey (4-7)
2023-06-06 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

Farmers Market Natividad Hospital (11-3:30)
2023-06-07 08:00 - 17:00 | Natividad Hospital, E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, United States

Farmers Market King City (4-7)
2023-06-07 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown King City, King City, CA, United States

Farmers Market California State University Monterey Bay (2-6)
2023-06-08 08:00 - 17:00 | CSUMB University Center, 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States

Farmers Market Carmel BTS (10-2)
2023-06-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Dolores & Sixth Carmel, Carmel BTS, CA, United States

Farmers Market Soledad (4-8)
2023-06-08 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Soledad, Soledad, United States

Farmers Market Del Monte Mall (8-12)
2023-06-09 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
