Events

Every second Tuesday Peter B's Pub and restaurant treats it customers to a tour of the works that make their wonderful elixirs. Come by and see how it's done. http://portolahotel.com

Take a tour through the boyhood home of Mr. Steinbeck, our most famous son. Especially for this year the upstairs rooms will be available also. Come by and tour with a knowledgeable docent then stay for lunch and a visit to the gift shop. Tours begin at 11 and 12 and 1. Latecomers can be […]

Mr. Armstrong is the Concertmaster of the Santa Cruz Symphony. Don't let that lead you to hasty conclusion about his music. He also enjoys other forms of music. This is an evening of fiddle music with Mr. Armstrong and many of his friends. Talent will abound. http://snazzyproductions.com

Wednesdays at the Palomar Ballroom you can trip the light fantastic in the East Coast Swing style. Lessons for beginning and intermediate dancers are available and then it is dancing for everyone. There are two fees for participation, one for dancing and party and the other for just dancing. Check the website for details. http://palomarballroom.com  For […]

Looking for your Prince fix and can't get no satisfaction? Come to the Sunset Center and find the Prince tribute band led by former Revolution member Marshall Charloff. You'll hear all the big hits and some that really should have made it. Acclaimed for their sound and musicianship this band is the next best thing […]

Lots of talented local musicians come by to Morgan and do what they do best, make music and entertain. In the intimate surroundings of the tasting room at the Crossroads you will enjoy the music and the delightful wines that they create just for that purpose. [email protected]

Join other jade enthusiasts in celebrating all things jade. Or just come and see some wonderful examples of the beautiful stone. It's in the Custom House Plaza so it is easy to find and part of the fun in Monterey. http://pgmuseum.org

Those talented students at UCSC are at it again, producing wonderful art for your enjoyment. Beautiful work, in a variety of genres,  is available for purchase.  http://artsites.ucsc.edu/printsale

Every weekend, Thursday through Sunday the CSUMB Center at the Steinbeck Center sponsors this pop up museum for the children of the community. Lot of fun activities and even some food during  the hours of the First Friday celebration, [email protected]

Three days celebrating the art and techniques of tattooing. There will be contests each day for different types of tattoos. Music and cars and food and the love and appreciation of others who share your passion for skin art. Hours vary, Friday 3-10, Saturday 11-10, and Sunday 11-7. See the website for more details.  http://inkatbay.com