Events

Join the folks at the Unitarian Universalist Church for an evening of fun aimed at the family. Lots of songs, pizza and fun. All ages welcome and tunes for everyone to sing. http://uucmp.org

Several different artists, all seasoned in this process, will compete to see which one can create the "best" art in 20 minutes. All the pieces will be auctioned off afterwards, so you can have a winning piece of art hanging in your front hall. http://artbattle.com

The Seymour Marine Discovery Center, part of UCSC, hosts a weekly gathering for children and their families. The point is educating them about the fabulous and abundant life of the Monterey Bay and its environs. The means they use to do this is art and hands-on activities. You and your child can learn lots about […]

Come join the WholeHearted Chorus in their concert at Hidden Valley Music Center and listen to the enthusiastic and vibrant music they sing. There will be several opportunities for the audience to join them, so be warmed up. http://hiddenvalleymusic.org

The hitmaker is bringing his trumpet to town and will be doing his best to blow down the walls of the Rio. Well, maybe just shake them a little, this is earthquake country. Come see why he has won so many awards for his brilliant playing. http://riotheatre.com

He's coming to town with his guitar and a band. What more does the Grammy winning musician have to do? Come see why he has been frequently nominated and has such a committed fan base. http://sunsetcenter.org

The Righteous Babe is coming to town with her repertoire of controversial and thoughtful compositions. Here's your chance to hear her in person. Sure to be an interesting evening. Details at http://riotheatre.com  or http://righteousbabe.com

The Big Sur Land Trust has purchased 78 acres in the middle of Salinas with the intention of creating a park that will restore some of the natural beauty and use of this wetland. Come and learn more about the history and future of this big idea. http://csumb.edu/salinascitycenter

It's obvious to most that something BIG is going on in our world. Here are some people to talk to us about what we can do. Representative Panetta will be on hand to give the keynote. He will be followed by a number of local experts helping us decide what action bests suits us. http://citizensclimatelobby.org

Billed as the "World's Best Mountain Films" it lives up to the reputation. For four days the films will be playing. Check the website for titles, times and dates. http://riotheatre.com