Soul of CA

Farmers Market Aptos
2026-04-04 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Cabrillo College Aptos Campus, Cabrillo College 6500 Soquel Ave., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States
It’s said that April showers bring May flowers. Maybe for the rest of the county but the Central Coast’s showers also bring bushels of good food in the form of vegetables and fruits. You can enjoy the freshest available by coming out to the farmers markets throughout the area. In addition there are local vendors of interesting items and loads of prepared foods. If this time/date doesn’t work for you check out https://www.montereycfb.com for more days and places.

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (West)
2026-04-04 09:00 - 13:00 | 15th & East Cliff, Santa Cruz, United States

Farmers Market Salinas (downtown)
2026-04-04 09:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Fisherman's Wharf Tours
2026-04-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Harbor House (Fisherman’s Wharf), Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Local historian and author, Tim Thomas, is your host for a two hour tour of the area around the Wharf and the Recreation Trail. You’ll learn about the Native Americans and the stories of the numerous European and Asian peoples who brought their own hopes and dreams to the Monterey Bay. The tours are free but more details are available at https://www.montereywharf.com

First Saturday Book Sale
2026-04-04 10:00 - 14:00 | CA
The Pacific Grove Library sponsors a book sale almost daily but this once-a-month sale is the big one. From 10-2 on each first Saturday (hence the name) they haul everything out for more visibility. https://www.ffpgl.org/our-book-store is the place for more info and future dates. (Hint, it’s the first Saturday.)

First Mayor's House
2026-04-04 10:00 - 15:00 | First Mayor’s House, 3 Station Pl, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
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 and the Regional Heritage Center and make a day of it. Details are at their website https://www.firstmayorshouse.org

M&SV Railroad Museum
2026-04-04 10:00 - 2026-04-05 16:00 | Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum, Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
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 blow the steam whistle. On the Saturdays you can also visit the First Mayor’s House and the Regional Heritage Center, both nearby, a short walk. More info and details are at https://www.msvrr.org

UCSC Arboretum Tour
2026-04-04 11:00 - 12:30 | Santa Cruz Arboretum, 1156 High St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95064, United States
On the first Saturday of each month the professionals at the UC Santa Cruz Arboretum host a tour of their facility. After paying admission you can roll right into a tour and find out so much more about what they do and the fascinating plants they cultivate there. BTW the arboretum is open for free on the first Tuesday, but no tours. Info about all this is at https://www.shopucscarboretum.com

Living History Days @ San Juan Bautista
2026-04-04 11:00 - 16:00 | San Juan Bautista State Park, San Juan Bautista, CA, United States
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 era. Come out and ask questions and observe the surprisingly complicated processes of daily life that early residents had to go through. Details and dates are at https://www.business.sanbenitochamber.com

Poetry in the Park
2026-04-04 13:00 - 15:00 | California First Theater, Pacific St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The California’s First Theater folks are sponsoring a poetry reading. The type is a mystery but if you show up you may be able to influence the titles that are actually read. We all have some favorites. Come out and see what the newly reopened theater looks like. More information is at https://www.ohp.parks.ca.gov

Egg Hunt Extravaganza
2026-04-04 13:00 - 16:00 | Franich Park, 795 Vista Rd., Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
The city of Watsonville is sponsoring their annual Egg Hunt for children. If you are a child or responsible for the care and feeding of one come on down and get searching for those colorful ovoids. It’s at Franich Park (795 Vista). More details are at https://www.watsonville.gov

Zoltan Kaszas
2026-04-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Appearing at the Golden State Theater. Details at https://www.goldenstatetheater.com

Best of S.F. Comedy Competition
2026-04-04 19:30 - 21:30 | Folktales Winery, 8940 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
This is their April Fools’ Day Edition, featuring four accomplished comedians and a host. Folktale Winery is expanding their performance calendar and this is the start of something new. More info is at https://www.folktalewinery.com

Farmers Market Live Oak
2026-04-05 09:00 - 13:00 | Mission St & Western, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market Marina
2026-04-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina

Farmers Market Carmel Valley
2026-04-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States

Farmers Market Pacific Grove
2026-04-06 15:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States
With each passing week the markets grow fuller with the delicious and fresh produce from our valley. Come out and find something that will delight your taste buds and give the family the nutrition to remain healthy and growing. Not only that but you support local farmers and small businesses with your purchases and continued trade. Everyone wins. Come on out and see what’s new. More sites and days are available at https://www.montereycfb.com

Farmers Market E. Alisal
2026-04-07 11:00 - 16:00 | WIC Office, 632 E. Alisal St., Salinas, CA, United States

Farmers Market Monterey
2026-04-07 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

Bohemian Artisans Market
2026-04-07 16:00 - 19:00 | Cooper-Molera Adobe, Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
It’s an interesting title for the event and sure to bring in intrigued customers. You are welcome to come by and check out the many interesting items for sale. There will be the promised bohemian artisans and live music. The adobe building is very interesting also.

Farmers Market Natividad Hospital
2026-04-08 11:00 - 15:30 | Natividad Hospital, E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, United States

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (downtown)
2026-04-08 13:00 - 17:00 | Cedar & Lincoln Sts., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Pacific Grove Museum Experience
2026-04-08 14:30 - 16:30 | John Steinbeck Library, Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
This is not in Pacific Grove nor is it in a Museum. It’s at the Steinbeck Library in Salinas and features many Exhibits from the P.G. Natural History Museum. It allows people in Salinas to see what’s up at the museum without having to pack up the family and make the trip. It’s as easy as driving a few blocks. More details are at https://www. library.salinas.gov/events

Farmers Market Hollister
2026-04-08 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Hollister, Hollister, CA, United States

Farmers Market King City
2026-04-08 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown King City, King City, CA, United States

Farmers Market Carmel BTS
2026-04-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel

Farmers Market CSU Monterey Bay
2026-04-09 14:00 - 18:00 | CSUMB University Center, 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States

Farmers Market Seaside
2026-04-09 15:00 - 19:00 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States

Farmers Market Soledad
2026-04-09 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Soledad, Soledad, United States

Space Crimes & Moon Rocks
2026-04-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Monterey Peninsula College, Morgan Stock Theatre 980 Fremont, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Intriguing title isn’t it? Joseph Gutheinz, a former NASA investigator is presenting some of his interesting cases. Stolen moon rocks will be one of them. Sounds very interesting and you might like to check it out. More info is at https://www.mpc.edu/moonrocktalk
