Not just wandering around Fisherman's Wharf. This is an informative and enlightening walkabout. Tim Thomas, local history expert and author of several books on the Native people, the Asian groups, and more will lead the small group around the area surrounding the wharf. Lots of history there. Go to http://www.montereywharf.com and find the answer to any […]
The former wetland that is now the vernal lake we call Carr Lake was the temporary home for multitudes of migrating birds. there is still a lot to be seen at the site. There will be several knowledgeable people there to help identify and familiarize you with our local bird residents and visitors. Then there […]
Once upon a time the area we call Carr Lake was a major resting spot on the migratory flyway for many bird species. Now it's a vernal lake and dry almost all the time. Because they are very persistent, the birds still come but not in the same numbers. You can come out to the […]
April is here and several markets are reopening for the season. That means that there is more variety available and the cool winter weather is passing and the farms are producing much more. Come take a look at what's new for this year and talk to the growers about what may be coming up soon. […]
Yes, we are 150 years old. It's been that long since a group of landowners, business people, and ranchers decided that a site between Monterey and San Juan was a good place to settle down and make a town. It will happen just north of the City Center at the intersection of Lincoln and W. […]
On the first Saturday of each month the docents open up the First Mayor's House from 10-3. It features items from the daily life of the people who started civic life in Salinas City, as it was called. The docents are friendly and knowledgeable about the lives of the people who lived there. While there […]
On the first weekend of each month the Monterey Salinas Valley Railroad Museum is open from 10 until 4. It features their diorama of the valley's railroad and has some wonderfully informative member/docents. It is located next to the Amtrak Station on Market St. Check out their website at http://www.msvrr.org
The museum comes out into the street! Lots of fun stuff like art activities, music, artists, and food will be at your disposal and ready to help delve into your creative side. The museum will be open for those more traditional sorts.
It's a party for all things "cowboy". Headlining Lacy J. Dalton the renowned country singer and Jake Reilly the cowboy poet. It is part of the California Rodeo's program expanding the events emphasizing our rural heritage. More info at their website http://www.carodeo.com
April is here and several markets are reopening for the season. That means that there is more variety available and the cool winter weather is passing and the farms are producing much more. Come take a look at what's new for this year and talk to the growers about what may be coming up soon. […]
