Soul of CA

Indian Horse (film offering)
2023-11-08 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Carmel Sunset Center
Sunset Center is offering this poignant movie about a young Native American boy, separated from his family and culture, struggling to find a life in a rural Canadian school. With the help of a sympathetic priest he finds some happiness and acceptance. Details at http://www.sunsetcenter.org

Farmers Market Carmel BTS (10-2)
2023-11-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel
Apples, squash, potatoes and more fall produce are available at the markets throughout our area. There are many local farms represented in the booths and they are all eager to bring you the best from their fields. Come by and check them out. You can be sure that there will be prepared foods and lots of local vendors with their creations. These can make your holiday gift buying easier and you’ll be done weeks early. Some markets are closing for the season and others are changing their hours. You can check out any changes at http://www.monterycfb.co

Farmers Market California State University
2023-11-09 14:00 - 18:00 | CSUMB University Center, 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States
Apples, squash, potatoes and more fall produce are available at the markets throughout our area. There are many local farms represented in the booths and they are all eager to bring you the best from their fields. Come by and check them out. You can be sure that there will be prepared foods and lots of local vendors with their creations. These can make your holiday gift buying easier and you’ll be done weeks early. Some markets are closing for the season and others are changing their hours. You can check out any changes at http://www.monterycfb.com

Farmers Market Seaside (3-7)
2023-11-09 15:00 - 19:00 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States

Mercado Popular Salinas Sports Center (4-9)
2023-11-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States

Asilomar Tours
2023-11-10 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-11-12 09:00 - 11:30 | Asilomar Conference Center, 800 Asilomar Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
You can get to know this local jewel much better. Just catch one of the tours that explain the natural and man-made wonders of the place. There are architectural, nature, and one focused on the birds of the area. Their website has a comprehensive list, this is just a beginning. Go to http://www.parks.ca.gov

Farmers Market Salinas Memorial Hospital (12-5)
2023-11-10 12:00 - 17:00 | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States

In Conversation with Amy Sedaris
2023-11-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Carmel Sunset Center
The Emmy award nominee and Obie winning,comedian, author, and actor is coming to town to discuss her career and current works. Chances are she will mention her brother and collaborator, David. More information is available at http://www.sunsetcenter.org

Monterey Bay Half Marathon (5K)
2023-11-11 07:00 - 2023-11-12 10:30 | Lovers Point, Ocean View Blvd., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Two races, two days, one weekend. First, there is the 5 kilometer race on Saturday at 7:00 AM. Then on Sunday, the main event, the half marathon. It also starts early, 6:50 AM. Check out the website for all the details, and there are many. Go to http://wwwmontereybayhalfmarathon.org Remember, Run for Fun!

Farmers Market Salinas (9-2)
2023-11-11 09:00 - 14:00 | CA

Blue Suede Jews
2023-11-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Carmel Beth Israel, 5716 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
Clever title, isn’t it? This is a talk centered on the influence of the Jewish singers/songwriters on the development of rock and roll as well as other genres. Names like Bob Dylan and Carol King among them. Richie Unterberger, lecturer and author will guide the audience through song, video, and story through the contributions they made to the music that has come to signify America around the world. More info at http://www.carmelbethisrael.org

Deep Roots Dance Fest
2023-11-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Cabrillo College Crocker Theater, 6500 Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States
Celebrating the influence of African music and dance on the countries and people of the African Diaspora this event brings together dance from Africa, of course, but also dances of Jamaica, South America, and other Caribbean nations. Lots of details at http://www.cabrillovapa.universitytickets.com

Farmers Market Carmel Valley (8-12)
2023-11-12 08:00 - 12:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States

Farmers Market Marina (10-2)
2023-11-12 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina

Farmers Market Pacific Grove (3-7)
2023-11-13 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States
Although there is less and less daytime and some markets are closing for the season there are still some markets open and there are vendors of fruit and produce available. Take advantage of their fresh offerings and get out there. There will be food booths and local vendors of non-food items. All of that tempting goodness. Go indulge a little. If this date and time aren’t convenient or you find yourself somewhere wondering, Do they have a market nearby? Check out http://www.montereycfb.com for locations and times.

Farmers Market Monterey (4-7)
2023-11-14 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

Southern Pacific Railroad and the Steinbeck Boys
2023-11-15 13:30 - 14:30 | Monterey Peninsula College LF103, 980 Fremont St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Local historian, Donald Kohrs has been researching the connections between the Steinbeck family and the Southern Pacific Railroad. It seems that John’s father’s side of the family were regularly employed by the railroad giant. Lots more info is to had by attending this lecture. This is part of the Gentrain program at MPC and might serve as a good intro for those of us who have never attended one of these before. More info at http://www.gentrain.org

Farmers Market King City (4-7)
2023-11-15 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown King City, King City, CA, United States

Farmers Market Carmel BTS (10-2)
2023-11-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel

Farmers Market California State University (2-6)
2023-11-16 14:00 - 18:00 | CSUMB University Center, 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States

Farmers Market Seaside (3-7)
2023-11-16 15:00 - 19:00 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States

Farmers Market Soledad (4-8)
2023-11-16 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Soledad, Soledad, United States

Barbizon by the Pacific
2023-11-16 18:00 - 20:00 | MIIS Irvine Auditorium, 499 Pierce St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Most of us never think of Historic Monterey as a literary hot house but this talk about the French authors and Robert Louis Stevenson (a Scotsman) will bring much to light and change your mind. Details at http://www.oldmontereyfoundation.org

Beatles vs. Stones
2023-11-16 20:00 - 22:00 | Rio Theater, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
The name kind of says a lot, doesn’t it? As if they were teams gaining points over the other. Regardless of your opinion of the idea of the bands competing, there is likely to be some excellent music performed. The “competitors” are tribute bands and have the tunes down cold. Now just come out and see how well they do. You will be the winner for sure. Details at http://www.riotheatre.com

Farmers Market Salinas Valley Health (12-5)*
2023-11-17 12:00 - 17:00 | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States
Although there is less and less daytime and some markets are closing for the season there are still some markets open and there are vendors of fruit and produce available. Take advantage of their fresh offerings and get out there. There will be food booths and local vendors of non-food items. All of that tempting goodness. Go indulge a little. If this date and time aren’t convenient or you find yourself somewhere wondering, Do they have a market nearby? Check out http://www.montereycfb.com for locations and times.
(*This is Memorial Hospital’s new name.)

Mercado Popular Salinas Sports Complex (4-9)
2023-11-17 16:00 - 21:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States

Will Roberts The Honest Huckster
2023-11-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Zucchini’s Magic Shop, 711 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Will Roberts is an interesting fellow, according to the website he is an actor, magician, trick roper, and much more. For these performances he is focusing on magic. If you haven’t seen in-person magic performed it can take your breath away. Come out to Zucchini’s on Cannery Row and prepare to be amazed. Two shows on Saturday and one on Sunday. Lots of info is available at https://www.zucchinismagicshop.com

Farmers Market Salinas (9-2)
2023-11-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Aromas Hills Art Festival
2023-11-18 10:00 - 2023-11-19 16:30 | Aromas, Aromas, CA, United States
One more piece of evidence that there are many talented people living in our area. The Aromas Grange is hosting the annual exhibit and sale of locally produced art objects. There will be raffles, music and more. Come out and enjoy a day in the less traveled part of our area.
