Come to Asilomar State Park and start off the new year with a short hike with one of the park's rangers. Certainly you will have questions answered and your body will thank you. It's always a great day on the seashore.

Come to Asilomar State Park and start off the new year with a short hike with one of the park's rangers. Certainly you will have questions answered and your body will thank you. It's always a great day on the seashore.

The Santa Cruz Art and History Museum is free to the public on the first Friday of each month. So come out and enjoy a day in downtown Santa Cruz and check out the treasures at their museum.

The Santa Cruz Art and History Museum is free to the public on the first Friday of each month. So come out and enjoy a day in downtown Santa Cruz and check out the treasures at their museum.

On the first Saturday of each month the UCSC Arboretum folks give a free (with admission price) tour of the grounds of the arboretum. You have surely wondered what some of the local plants are. Well, here's your chance to find out their names and story. If not this month then next month. Great way […]

On the first Saturday of each month the UCSC Arboretum folks give a free (with admission price) tour of the grounds of the arboretum. You have surely wondered what some of the local plants are. Well, here's your chance to find out their names and story. If not this month then next month. Great way […]

No, Salvador Dali is not going to paint with you. You will have lots of inspiration from his works at the Dali 17 Museum. You get paint, canvas, easel etc. to harness your creativity and use Dali's art as as an inspiration.

No, Salvador Dali is not going to paint with you. You will have lots of inspiration from his works at the Dali 17 Museum. You get paint, canvas, easel etc. to harness your creativity and use Dali's art as as an inspiration.

The name certainly gets your attention, doesn't it? It's a quartet playing blues and Bluegrass music. Combine that with  a setting like the Henry Miller Library in Big Sur and you've really got something going on.

Flamingo Theater is sponsoring a night of Comedy aimed at everyone in the LGBTQ and  straight communities. So come on down and have your horizons expanded and meet some interesting people. Don't forget to laugh a lot. That's the point.

Flamingo Theater is sponsoring a night of Comedy aimed at everyone in the LGBTQ and  straight communities. So come on down and have your horizons expanded and meet some interesting people. Don't forget to laugh a lot. That's the point.

The name certainly gets your attention, doesn't it? It's a quartet playing blues and Bluegrass music. Combine that with  a setting like the Henry Miller Library in Big Sur and you've really got something going on.

The National Steinbeck Center is offering a free viewing of the 1982 movie, "Cannery Row". It's the film made form Steinbeck's famous novel of the same name, starring Nick Nolte and Debra Winger.

The National Steinbeck Center is offering a free viewing of the 1982 movie, "Cannery Row". It's the film made form Steinbeck's famous novel of the same name, starring Nick Nolte and Debra Winger.

A free showing of Vice President Al Gore's most recent movie, his sequel to "An Inconvenient Truth". It will be shown at the Pacific Grove Natural History Museum. The museum itself is a lovely gem of a place and worth the trip.

A free showing of Vice President Al Gore's most recent movie, his sequel to "An Inconvenient Truth". It will be shown at the Pacific Grove Natural History Museum. The museum itself is a lovely gem of a place and worth the trip.

One of the "angry man" type of comedians, Black has been seen in his own specials and as a occasional commentator on "The Daily Show" in his "Back in Black" feature. He is pointed and frank in his commentaries on modern politics and social mores.

One of the "angry man" type of comedians, Black has been seen in his own specials and as a occasional commentator on "The Daily Show" in his "Back in Black" feature. He is pointed and frank in his commentaries on modern politics and social mores.

Also called Pacific Biological Laboratories, this is where Ed Ricketts kept his specimens and entertained John Steinbeck and the many other people who came to life in Steinbeck's stories. Tours are available through the day and groups are limited to 15 people , so make reservations.

Also called Pacific Biological Laboratories, this is where Ed Ricketts kept his specimens and entertained John Steinbeck and the many other people who came to life in Steinbeck's stories. Tours are available through the day and groups are limited to 15 people , so make reservations.

Celebrating the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King local choirs are gathering. Lots of lively, emotional singing will result and are available for your enjoyment. Likely there will be several opportunities to sing along. So come down and have a great time remembering and getting motivated for the new year.

Celebrating the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King local choirs are gathering. Lots of lively, emotional singing will result and are available for your enjoyment. Likely there will be several opportunities to sing along. So come down and have a great time remembering and getting motivated for the new year.

A talented trio featuring piano, violin, and cello. They perform newer commissioned works as well as more traditional 19th century works. A presentation detailing the works and their histories will begin 45 minutes before the performance.

A talented trio featuring piano, violin, and cello. They perform newer commissioned works as well as more traditional 19th century works. A presentation detailing the works and their histories will begin 45 minutes before the performance.

Are you tired of asking the youngsters in your life how to do things on the computer or phone or one of those pads? Here's a way to gather your own info and feel like you know something. The Santa Cruz Public Library is offering classes in basic computer skills and using the library's systems […]

Are you tired of asking the youngsters in your life how to do things on the computer or phone or one of those pads? Here's a way to gather your own info and feel like you know something. The Santa Cruz Public Library is offering classes in basic computer skills and using the library's systems […]

This is the Planned Parenthood lecture for this year. Dr. Parker is the speaker. He is a controversial supporter of abortion rights and will no doubt have some serious commentary on the state of our national discussion on this topic. Venue will be made known upon ticket purchase.

This is the Planned Parenthood lecture for this year. Dr. Parker is the speaker. He is a controversial supporter of abortion rights and will no doubt have some serious commentary on the state of our national discussion on this topic. Venue will be made known upon ticket purchase.

Bonnie Irwin, professor at CSUMB, will be presenting a lecture on the historic and cultural influences that have driven the custom of women covering their heads. An informative evening for all those wishing to know more about the modern world.

Bonnie Irwin, professor at CSUMB, will be presenting a lecture on the historic and cultural influences that have driven the custom of women covering their heads. An informative evening for all those wishing to know more about the modern world.

Salinas Chamber of Commerce presents a speech by the Executive Director of IMPOWER, Corrine Warnshuis. She will tell her audience about the benefits of supporting young women in education and business. Wine reception starts at 11:00 with lunch and presentation to follow.

Salinas Chamber of Commerce presents a speech by the Executive Director of IMPOWER, Corrine Warnshuis. She will tell her audience about the benefits of supporting young women in education and business. Wine reception starts at 11:00 with lunch and presentation to follow.

An intriguing topic, no? Fresh seaweed and how to use it. Two veteran seaweed foragers will demonstrate finding and using fresh seaweed in your cooking. A whole new reason to go to the beach. Since all of us already eat quite a bit, why not?

An intriguing topic, no? Fresh seaweed and how to use it. Two veteran seaweed foragers will demonstrate finding and using fresh seaweed in your cooking. A whole new reason to go to the beach. Since all of us already eat quite a bit, why not?

A viewing of the classic mockumentary describing the breakup of a fictional British heavy metal band. With opportunity for discussion and commentary by a CSUMB music professor. Turn it up to eleven.

A viewing of the classic mockumentary describing the breakup of a fictional British heavy metal band. With opportunity for discussion and commentary by a CSUMB music professor. Turn it up to eleven.

A distinguished and awarded California writer, Anne Lamott, will be here to share her insights on life and modern times. She has published two best selling books about just those topics as well as many others. Join her for a thoughtful evening.

A distinguished and awarded California writer, Anne Lamott, will be here to share her insights on life and modern times. She has published two best selling books about just those topics as well as many others. Join her for a thoughtful evening.

Still animated about the political climate here in the US? Here's an opportunity to join others in protest and action.

Still animated about the political climate here in the US? Here's an opportunity to join others in protest and action.

Are you tired of asking the youngsters in your life how to do things on the computer or phone or one of those pads? Here's a way to gather your own info and feel like you know something. The Santa Cruz Public Library is offering classes in basic computer skills and using the library's systems […]

Are you tired of asking the youngsters in your life how to do things on the computer or phone or one of those pads? Here's a way to gather your own info and feel like you know something. The Santa Cruz Public Library is offering classes in basic computer skills and using the library's systems […]

Want more info and you're tired of the pundits on the tube? Want to ask questions and hear clear thoughts on a difficult topic? This may be what you are looking for. The lecture part is free and starts at 12:50, there is a charge for lunch though.

Want more info and you're tired of the pundits on the tube? Want to ask questions and hear clear thoughts on a difficult topic? This may be what you are looking for. The lecture part is free and starts at 12:50, there is a charge for lunch though.

internationally known and respected , Master Chen will be on hand in Marina to give some background on Tai-Chi and fundamentals for the practice. Great way to improve your health and it's free.

internationally known and respected , Master Chen will be on hand in Marina to give some background on Tai-Chi and fundamentals for the practice. Great way to improve your health and it's free.

Several Local artists are banding together to benefit the Arms of Angels project which helps individuals and families who are mourning the loss of loved ones. Good music for a good cause.

Several Local artists are banding together to benefit the Arms of Angels project which helps individuals and families who are mourning the loss of loved ones. Good music for a good cause.

Some of Mexico's funniest stand-up comedy performers right here in Salinas.

Some of Mexico's funniest stand-up comedy performers right here in Salinas.

The acclaimed and controversial leader in avant-garde music, John Cage, has his piano music presented by CSUMB music professor, John Trevino. (This is not your grannie's piano music.) The piano has many interesting and unusual items placed on the strings and within the body of the piano with the effect of changing the "normal" sound  […]

Put on those dancing shoes, come down to the Peace United Church and have some fun. They supply the music, live and recorded, and the calling. You bring enthusiasm and some money to pay the workers. See the website for details regarding when the music is live or the unique things happening any given evening.

Put on those dancing shoes, come down to the Peace United Church and have some fun. They supply the music, live and recorded, and the calling. You bring enthusiasm and some money to pay the workers. See the website for details regarding when the music is live or the unique things happening any given evening.

The acclaimed and controversial leader in avant-garde music, John Cage, has his piano music presented by CSUMB music professor, John Trevino. (This is not your grannie's piano music.) The piano has many interesting and unusual items placed on the strings and within the body of the piano with the effect of changing the "normal" sound  […]

The pronunciation of this band's name will be left to you and them. However, the music they play will transcend language. Lots of pieces from Eastern European folk traditions and some gypsy songs. Probably a good choice for any fans of world music and of Transylvanian music.

The pronunciation of this band's name will be left to you and them. However, the music they play will transcend language. Lots of pieces from Eastern European folk traditions and some gypsy songs. Probably a good choice for any fans of world music and of Transylvanian music.

Here is an opportunity to run through Pebble Beach and enjoy the multitude of sights with a bit of a competitive edge. There is also a champagne brunch (bottomless) afterwards so one may recharge from the exertion.

Here is an opportunity to run through Pebble Beach and enjoy the multitude of sights with a bit of a competitive edge. There is also a champagne brunch (bottomless) afterwards so one may recharge from the exertion.

Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History is presenting the science about the different animals that pass through our area. Not only the whales and cetaceans, but the insects, and birds that use our area as a way-station. There is a lot to learn about the fauna of our world. In addition, the whale sculpture is […]

Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History is presenting the science about the different animals that pass through our area. Not only the whales and cetaceans, but the insects, and birds that use our area as a way-station. There is a lot to learn about the fauna of our world. In addition, the whale sculpture is […]

Come and hear Frans Lanting and Chris Eckstrom relate the stories and photos they have accumulated over 30 years of journeying through Africa.

Come and hear Frans Lanting and Chris Eckstrom relate the stories and photos they have accumulated over 30 years of journeying through Africa.

Join the Monterey Pacific Rotary and help them raise funds for their many charitable and goodwill endeavors. Lots of cioppino and copious amounts of vino to wash it down. There will be salad, bread, and more to enjoy along with the fellowship.

Join the Monterey Pacific Rotary and help them raise funds for their many charitable and goodwill endeavors. Lots of cioppino and copious amounts of vino to wash it down. There will be salad, bread, and more to enjoy along with the fellowship.

here's your chance to see some serious Bluegrass musicians ply their trade. These "boys" from Dixon CA take their music seriously but have fun showing it off to their audiences. How else could one do bluegrass?

here's your chance to see some serious Bluegrass musicians ply their trade. These "boys" from Dixon CA take their music seriously but have fun showing it off to their audiences. How else could one do bluegrass?

Local comedians will vie for the coveted Pink Flamingo Cup and the  $110 prize. The catch is that they have a mere five minutes to impress the crowd with their skills. Come out and see what happens, make reservations though, it's a small space.

Local comedians will vie for the coveted Pink Flamingo Cup and the  $110 prize. The catch is that they have a mere five minutes to impress the crowd with their skills. Come out and see what happens, make reservations though, it's a small space.

Looking for a great way to spend Sunday morning? How about a drive through the beautiful Salinas Valley and stop in at the San Antonio Mission for brunch and pick up some cuttings of their heirloom rose plants? They are laying out a tasty brunch and docents will give tours through the historic mission and […]

Looking for a great way to spend Sunday morning? How about a drive through the beautiful Salinas Valley and stop in at the San Antonio Mission for brunch and pick up some cuttings of their heirloom rose plants? They are laying out a tasty brunch and docents will give tours through the historic mission and […]

Are you tired of asking the youngsters in your life how to do things on the computer or phone or one of those pads? Here's a way to gather your own info and feel like you know something. The Santa Cruz Public Library is offering classes in basic computer skills and using the library's systems […]

Are you tired of asking the youngsters in your life how to do things on the computer or phone or one of those pads? Here's a way to gather your own info and feel like you know something. The Santa Cruz Public Library is offering classes in basic computer skills and using the library's systems […]

This is a play based on the importance of eliminating waste and its political as well as social implications, and a satire on government. It is hilarious and filled with predictable humor but with a biting message. Mt Madonna has been known to have a very impressive theater program so this is definitely worth the […]

This is a play based on the importance of eliminating waste and its political as well as social implications, and a satire on government. It is hilarious and filled with predictable humor but with a biting message. Mt Madonna has been known to have a very impressive theater program so this is definitely worth the […]

Just go outside, hope that the clouds aren't blocking the view and look. In this area it will be in the early afternoon, unfortunately. Take a look anyway, it might be visible. If you are really committed go to Garland Park and the County Park folks will have a program available there.

Just go outside, hope that the clouds aren't blocking the view and look. In this area it will be in the early afternoon, unfortunately. Take a look anyway, it might be visible. If you are really committed go to Garland Park and the County Park folks will have a program available there.

An informative evening of facts. stats and useful info about the sharks that more and more are frequenting our local waters. How can we live with these animals comfortably and cause minimal disruption to their habitat? These and more questions will be answered or at least considered during the evening.

An informative evening of facts. stats and useful info about the sharks that more and more are frequenting our local waters. How can we live with these animals comfortably and cause minimal disruption to their habitat? These and more questions will be answered or at least considered during the evening.

Many high schoolers have a poetic soul and this is their opportunity to express it "out loud".  This is their first step to the state-wide competition. Bet you there will be some great stuff read out.

Many high schoolers have a poetic soul and this is their opportunity to express it "out loud".  This is their first step to the state-wide competition. Bet you there will be some great stuff read out.

Carmel's historic Tor House, handbuilt mostly by the poet, Robinson Jeffers will be open for docent guided tours on Fridays and Saturdays from 10 until 3 through the month of February. Call for reservations, they are highly recommended.

Carmel's historic Tor House, handbuilt mostly by the poet, Robinson Jeffers will be open for docent guided tours on Fridays and Saturdays from 10 until 3 through the month of February. Call for reservations, they are highly recommended.

The Santa Cruz Art and History Museum is free to the public on the first Friday of each month. So come out and enjoy a day in downtown Santa Cruz and check out the treasures at their museum.

The Santa Cruz Art and History Museum is free to the public on the first Friday of each month. So come out and enjoy a day in downtown Santa Cruz and check out the treasures at their museum.

This month the Salinas Valley Art Guild is featuring the art of Deborah Pierce.

Most of us are unaware of the plight of foster children who, after turning 18, are done with the system and must find their own way into the adult world. Many of them face difficulties in this adjustment. This exhibit is intended to bring their stories to the public. Come, have your eyes and heart […]

This month the Salinas Valley Art Guild is featuring the art of Deborah Pierce.

Most of us are unaware of the plight of foster children who, after turning 18, are done with the system and must find their own way into the adult world. Many of them face difficulties in this adjustment. This exhibit is intended to bring their stories to the public. Come, have your eyes and heart […]

Here is a whimsical play written to delight and entertain the audience with the point of raining funds for a local charity, DanceKids of Monterey. It will be performed in a historical theatre, right there on Fisherman's Wharf.  This performance is the opening gala. Many more performances will be presented in the following weeks.

Here is a whimsical play written to delight and entertain the audience with the point of raining funds for a local charity, DanceKids of Monterey. It will be performed in a historical theatre, right there on Fisherman's Wharf.  This performance is the opening gala. Many more performances will be presented in the following weeks.

One of the premier guitarists of our time, Mr. Kottke has made his reputation of the twelve string guitar, but is no slouch on other string instruments. What can be said of a man who describes his voice as a "duck fart" and wrote "Vaseline Machine Gun". Come and be dazzled by his virtuosity.

One of the premier guitarists of our time, Mr. Kottke has made his reputation of the twelve string guitar, but is no slouch on other string instruments. What can be said of a man who describes his voice as a "duck fart" and wrote "Vaseline Machine Gun". Come and be dazzled by his virtuosity.

Watch part of the complex migration of these amazing little animals. On their way north and again on the return south they pass through this area and rest.

This tour will take the participants around the Fort Ord site and show the changes in land and water use. While this sounds rather nerdish and wonky, there is much of interest in these changes. The tour takes approximately 90 minutes. One should show up 15 minutes before the tour begins. For a more specific […]

Watch part of the complex migration of these amazing little animals. On their way north and again on the return south they pass through this area and rest.

This tour will take the participants around the Fort Ord site and show the changes in land and water use. While this sounds rather nerdish and wonky, there is much of interest in these changes. The tour takes approximately 90 minutes. One should show up 15 minutes before the tour begins. For a more specific […]

Three comics will take the stage to entertain us with their take on the political climate and whatever the latest strange doings are in Washington DC. This is an intimate space, a good time is always in the cards at Kuumbwa.

Three comics will take the stage to entertain us with their take on the political climate and whatever the latest strange doings are in Washington DC. This is an intimate space, a good time is always in the cards at Kuumbwa.

Come out to Cabrillo College and hear a sampling of music written by living composers, some older works, but many new ones as well.

Come out to Cabrillo College and hear a sampling of music written by living composers, some older works, but many new ones as well.

It's the featured actor from "Good Times" on tour here in Salinas. You may remember him and his catch phrase, "Dy-no-mite" from the popular show. He's appearing with local favorites, Chicano All-Stars. Good music and comedy, a fun evening in Salinas.

It's the featured actor from "Good Times" on tour here in Salinas. You may remember him and his catch phrase, "Dy-no-mite" from the popular show. He's appearing with local favorites, Chicano All-Stars. Good music and comedy, a fun evening in Salinas.

The name says it all. An interesting time, dancing, and dress-up all in one event. Does it really get any better? Several DJ's supplying the tunes, a ramen bar, and a water bar all add to the fun.

The name says it all. An interesting time, dancing, and dress-up all in one event. Does it really get any better? Several DJ's supplying the tunes, a ramen bar, and a water bar all add to the fun.