One if the biggest issues in the country right now is the treatment of migrant workers. From Washington to the fields in our Valley people are discussing the best ideas on how to handle the needs of employers and the workers. Here's a chance to be part of the local discussion. Go to https://www.eventbrite.com for details […]
A solid piece of Salinas history is available for visiting and enjoying on the first Saturday of each month. The knowledgeable docents are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to share the history and interesting stories about the development of Salinas and the Salinas Valley. Combine the visit with the other resources immediately available, the Railroad Museum […]
An interesting slice of Monterey County history that is fun to watch or even get to operate(sometimes) is the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum and its splendid diorama of the valley's train routes. Come over on any first Saturday or Sunday of the month and enjoy the historic rail display and even get to […]
This event takes place in so many venues and has multiple organizations presenting the collectors, auctions, shows, and memorabilia that it is a challenge to list them here. An up to date list of events is available at https://www.whatsupmonterey.com
Downtown Monterey is the place where it officially begins. All of Alvarado St will be filled with interesting, exotic, and rare automobiles. Here's where the rubber meets the road. More info about this event and the dozens of other events through the "week" is available at https://www.whatsupmonterey.com
The track at Laguna Seca hosts an amazing variety of races from Indy cars to vintage racers restored to perfection. Included in this are the Superbike motorcycles and even some bicycles from time to time. This gathering is becoming an unofficial part of the Car Week festivities. The unique aspect of this race is that […]
On the first weekend of the month the history oriented folks, who enjoy role playing, in the area get together and show the rest of us what people did and how they lived in the past. Here at the San Juan Bautista State Park they specialize in the mission era and the post Gold Rush […]
The good friend and colleague of John Steinbeck was a remarkable figure in his own right. He collected and distributed numerous specimens of marine animals. His lab was the spot for many gatherings of Steinbeck and their friends. Details can be found at https://www.montereypl.libcal.com
The track at Laguna Seca hosts an amazing variety of races from Indy cars to vintage racers restored to perfection. Included in this area the Superbike motorcycles and even some bicycles from time to time. During the event known as Car Week many things are going on. This is one of the bigger events happening. […]
It's the annual fundraiser for one of the best programs for local youths. Buy a box of local produce and the funds go to the school. Or buy one for a needy family and they get the food and Rancho gets the money. Good acts either way. More information and details are at https://www.ranchocieloyc.org
