Soul of CA

Makaya McRaven
2022-10-27 19:00 - 23:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320 Cedar St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
McRaven is internationally recognized for his innovative sounds and productions. After having worked with many luminaries in the international music world he has come to share his music and insights with us here. Read more about him and his work at http://www.kuumbwajazz.org

Pickleball Event
2022-10-28 - 2022-10-30 | Monterey Tennis Center, 401 Pearl St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
If you wold like to learn the game, hone your skills, or just beat somebody at it, this is the place. For three days the pickleballs will be bouncing and the rackets whomping. Or just come see what the excitement is all about. If you want more info contact doug.bates@winby2.fun That’s a great email, isn’t it.

Farmers Market Monterey Del Monte Mall (Fridays 8-12)
2022-10-28 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
More and more people are coming out to the markets, the bounty of the county is meeting their needs. You too can share in the wonderful selection of fruits and veggies. Come try something a little more exotic, the people at the booths will be very happy to tell you the best or easiest way to prepare ways to prepare it. They wouldn’t grow it if they didn’t know how to eat it. Right?
If this market is too far away or the wrong time for you, check out http://www.montereycfb.com for many more.

Farmers Market Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital (Fridays 12:30 - 5:30)
2022-10-28 12:30 - 17:30 | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States

Matsiko World Children's Choir
2022-10-28 15:00 - 17:00 | MY Museum, 425 Washington St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Monterey Youth Museum is hosting this amazing singing group made up of orphaned children from around the world. Poignant stories and lovely voices will touch your heart. Not a lot of seating so act quickly. Lots of info at http://www.mymuseum.org

El Mercado Salinas Sports Complex (Fridays 4-9)
2022-10-28 16:00 - 20:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States

Lost (& Found) Band
2022-10-28 20:30 - 23:30 | Fox Theater, 239 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
If you like a rocking big band sound, here you go. This performance and many more are brightening up the night life of Salinas’ City Center. Get more details about this and other shows at http://www.foxtheatersalinas.com

Farmers Market Greenfield (Saturdays 8-1)
2022-10-29 08:00 - 13:00 | Greenfield Farmers Market, downtown, Greenfield, CA, United States

Rods on the Wharf
2022-10-29 08:00 - 2022-10-30 17:00 | Custom House Plaza, 5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Yep, it’s a car show right next to the Fisherman’s Wharf in Monterey. Actually at Custom House Plaza. Where would they put the cars if it was on the Wharf? Come down and see more than 120 vehicles, hear the comments, enjoy the music and maybe win a prize. Someone has to, why not you? Just in time for a little trick-or-treating at the wharf also. Sponsored by Chris Shake and benefiting the Gateway program for developmentally delayed adults. More info at http://www.montereywharf.com

Farmers Market Old Town (Saturdays 9-2)
2022-10-29 09:00 - 14:00 | Old Town Farmers’ Market, Main and Gabilan Sts. , Salinas , CA, United States

Bats, Spiders, and Snakes
2022-10-29 10:00 - 15:00 | Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, 165 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Of course it’s in time for the spooky Halloween atmosphere. But in this case it’s scientific not merely hair-raising. Learn lots about these often maligned animals. Just because they are a little different doesn’t mean that they have to be scary. Information and familiarity go a long way to help our fears disappear. (This is a lesson that goes for much of life.)

Dia de Los Muertos
2022-10-29 11:00 - 13:00 | Monterey Museum of Art, 720 Via Mirada, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Monterey Museum of Art is displaying an altar memorializing the people who have passed away and their lives. Inspired by the traditional altars and the current artist in residence it promises to be a very interesting display. More info at http://www.montereyart.org

Fall Family Festival
2022-10-29 13:00 - 16:00 | Shoreline Community Church, 2500 Garden Rd. , Monterey , CA, 93940, United States
Have some Halloween fun in a safe, family oriented space. Shoreline Church is bringing their congregation and the community together at their site on Garden Rd. Probably many fewer spooky decorations than you encounter in the neighborhood. More details at info@shoreline.church

Haunted Mine Tour
2022-10-29 18:00 - 2022-10-30 21:30 | Monterey Fairgrounds, Monterey , CA, 93940, United States
What better way to get ready for Halloween than scaring the heck out of yourself in a dark room? Here’s a great opportunity for just that. At the Monterey County Fairgrounds they are sponsoring a Haunted Mine filled with dead miners and, we suppose, their canaries. From 6:00 until 9:30 each of the four last weekends in October. For more info cal 831-633-2465 or
info @artichokefestival.org

Celebrating the Beatles
2022-10-29 19:30 - 21:30, 2022-10-30 18:30 - 20:30 | Forest Theater, Santa Rita & Mountain View, Carmel by the Sea, CA, 93923, United States
A live band, film clips, and storytelling, all that’s needed is an appearance by Paul or Ringo. The rest is left to your imagination. They call it a Rockumentary not a tribute concert. You have to decide. This is a great way to share some memories with younger family members. Details at http://www.pacrep.org

Peacherine Ragtime Orchestra
2022-10-29 20:00 - 22:00 | Carmel Sunset Center
This orchestra has been touring the USA and the world and playing the great music of the early 20th century. In addition they sometimes add a cinematic aspect. They have come to us for Halloween with two “spooky”silent films one by Buster Keaton and the other starring Laurel and Hardy. Should be a delightfully campy evening. More info at http://www.sunsetcenter.org

Felipe Esparza
2022-10-29 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Appearing at Golden State Theatre in Downtown Monterey go to http://www.goldenstatetheatre.com for details.

Farmers Market Carmel Valley Community Center (Sundays 10-2)
2022-10-30 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States

Exotic Bird Mart & Expo
2022-10-30 10:00 - 16:00 | Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
If you like birds (and who doesn’t?) this is the place for you. All day, all birds. Information, displays, and merchandise available all in one place. Come to the fairgrounds and get your fill of birds. Not literally, of course.

Black Jacket Symphony
2022-10-30 20:00 - 23:00 | Rio Theater, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
If you are a Led Zeppelin fan and don’t know about this band, here’s your chance. They are going to perform Led Zeppelin IV in its entirety as well as some of the band’s biggest hits. This band has performed over 40 different albums, each note for note and sound for sound. This will be like sitting in your comfy chair with the headphones cranked. More details @ http://www.riotheatre.com

Farmers Market Pacific Grove (Mondays 3-7)
2022-10-31 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States

Carmel By The Sea Halloween/Birthday Parade
2022-10-31 16:00 - 18:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel
Bet you didn’t know that Carmel was founded on Halloween. So this is their annual parade on Ocean Avenue celebrating that fact. You are invited to get dressed up and watch or participate in the fun. There are many other ways to enjoy the festivities, food and shopping, of course. And all the other diversions that Carmel offers.

George Saunders
2022-11-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Santa Cruz Veteran’s Memorial, 846 Front St., Santa Cruz, 95060, United States
Author of the recent book, “Liberation Day”, Mr. Saunders is coming to Santa Cruz to discuss the topics of the book which include elements of power, ethics, and justice. Sounds like something that is quite topical right now. More details at http://www.bookshopsantacruz.com

Sip, Savor, Shop, & Support
2022-11-02 08:00 - 17:00 | AmiCarmel, 5th & Dolores, Carmel BTS, CA, United States
The boutique shop, Ami Carmel will donate 20% of their gross sales from one day a month to local charities. One of those days has arrived. For a list of which charities during this month check out their website, http://www.amicarmel.com

Big Sur Food and Wine Festival
2022-11-03 - 2022-11-05
The best of the area’s comestibles and the right beverages to enjoy them with. Combine this with the spectacular setting of Big Sur and you have an unforgettable experience. Your eyes and taste buds will be forever in your service. (Although they probably already are. They will be more appreciative.) The benefit will be that the proceeds go to local firefighters, and other services that keep the folks who live there safe and happy. Lots more info and details at http://www.bigsurfoodandwine.org

Farmers Market Carmel 6th & Mission Thursdays 10-2
2022-11-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Carmel, Carmel By the Sea, CA, 93923, United States
Days are shortening, nights are cooler, fall is coming and we start thinking about where did I put those sweaters? But the Farmers markets are still going strong. The ones that continue through September anyway. Time to buy the last offerings of those summer fruits, maybe this is the year to start canning? Find those treasures, see some friends, both while shopping at the farmers markets. If this one isn’t convenient check out http://www.montereycfb.com for more possibilities.

ParaNormal Cirque ll
2022-11-03 19:30 - 21:30 | Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Interesting and intriguing are the best descriptors available for this event. November 3rd through the 6th with two shows on Saturday and Sunday. Check out https://orange.cirqueitalia.com/events/709_Paranormal-Cirque-II-Monterey-CA for some details.

Three Dog Night
2022-11-03 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
One of the most popular bands of the late 60s still rocking with an admirable play list for the audience, lots of singing along.
Appearing at Golden State Theatre in Downtown Monterey go to http://www.goldenstatetheatre.com for details.

Capitol Comedy
2022-11-03 20:00 - 22:00 | Carmel Sunset Center
This troupe looks like they are going to make the upcoming elections a little more manageable through a careful dose of comedy. They are going to poke some fun at the state of politics and the people who engage in the process. It’s likely that it will be bipartisan. More information @ http://www.sunsetcenter.org
