Soul of CA

Apple Tasting
2024-10-24 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Wilder ranch State Park, 1401 Coast Rd. , Santa Cruz , CA, 95060, United States
These aren’t just any apples. These are rare or vintage fruit varieties. They have been grown by the orchardists at UCSC. You can taste the unique qualities of these rare fruits and learn about their histories and realize what we miss in the grocery stores we shop at.

Senior Resource Day
2024-10-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Active Seniors Center, 100 Harvest St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
This is aimed at the Boomer generation, not school attendees. The point is to make sure that lots of them know about the resources available to them in the local area. Important things like buses, meals, and social workers will be featured and are there specifically to answer questions and concerns. Go to https://www.activeseniorsinc.org

Farmers Market CSUMB (2-6)
2024-10-24 14:00 - 18:00 | CSUMB University Center, 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States
Going to the Market is still a great way to see what seasonal produce is available and discover interesting ways to prepare the savory offerings. There’s the fresh air and social interactions that are so helpful to our well-being. Obviously going to the market is good for you in a variety of ways. Be sure to check if the market you are considering is open, some are closing this time of year. There are other options available at https://www.monterycfb.com

Farmers Market Seaside (3-7)
2024-10-24 15:00 - 19:00 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States

One Hundred Thousand Rides
2024-10-24 17:00 - 20:00 | Weather Tech Laguna Seca Raceway, 1021 Monterey Salinas Highway, Salinas, CA, United States
I commemoration of the successful completion of so many rides for seniors and others who need more specialized transportation, ITN of Monterey County is giving us a chance to celebrate their success with them. Come out to Laguna Seca and join in with them. There will be “hot laps” and go-karts to entertain you and lots of other fun stuff. More information is available at

Indian Percussion Workshop
2024-10-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Hidden Valley Music Seminars, 546 Hartnell St. Suite B, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Hidden Valley Music Seminars is hosting a free workshop about the percussion instruments of India. The instructor is an accomplished musician and teacher. Go to their website at https://www.hiddenvalleymusic.org to find info and more.

Farmers Market Salinas Valley Hospital (12-5)
2024-10-25 12:00 - 17:00 | Farmers Market Salinas Valley Memorial (12-5)

Mercado Popular Salinas Sports Complex (4-9)
2024-10-25 16:00 - 21:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States

Pearl Works 3rd Anniversary
2024-10-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Pearl Works, 288 Pearl St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
The folks who offered their space for meaningful conversations are celebrating the fact that they are still asking questions and spurring conversations. There is an art exhibit also. So come over and get some conversation topics, food, art, and good vibes. Go to https://www.archieapp.co/the-pearlworks and get lots of info.

Family Fun Event @ Harvey Baker House
2024-10-25 18:00 - 2024-10-26 20:00 | Harvey Baker House, Station Plaza, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
They are throwing open the doors of the oldest house in Salinas. Come and see if there are any spooky things going on there. Maybe, just as they say it’s just fun. Only one way to find out. But there are two days to learn. https://www.firstmayorshouse.org

Ghost Walk 2024
2024-10-25 18:00 - 2024-10-26 20:30 | Downtown San Juan Bautista, San Juan Bautista, CA, United States
San Juan Bautista has a long history and many interesting stories to tell. One great way is to hear the spooky stories in their context and place. This tour will cover some of the interesting stories and history and leaves every half hour after 6:00 until 8:30 from their site at 3rd and Mariposa. Call 831-320-1764 and get more info and answer questions.

La Mafia
2024-10-25 20:00 - 22:30 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
No, the organized crime syndicate is NOT on tour. It’s a band and their tour is called “Estan Tocando Fuego”. (Literally, “They are Touching Fire”) Sounds like an evening of lively music. Check out their sound at the Golden State. More info at

Farmers Market Aptos (8-12)
2024-10-26 08:00 - 12:00 | Cabrillo College Aptos Campus, Cabrillo College 6500 Soquel Ave., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States

Big Sur River Run
2024-10-26 08:30 - 12:00 | Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, High Way One, Big Sur, CA, United States
It’s the annual 10k and 5k runs through the beauty of Big Sur. You can be a part of this and it’s easy. Go to https://www.bigsurriverrun.org and sign up. It starts at Pfeiffer State Park and runs through the area on a largely flat course.

Farmers Market Santa Cruz West (9-1)
2024-10-26 09:00 - 13:00 | Mission St & Western, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market Salinas (9-2)
2024-10-26 09:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Farmers Market Moss Landing (10-2)
2024-10-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Power Plant, Highway One, Moss Landing, CA, United States

Trick or Treat Downtown Pacific Grove
2024-10-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
The merchants and others in Pacific Grove welcome you to come by and get some tasty treats as you wander through the downtown. Come on out and see what’s new in PG as well.

Carmel Halloween
2024-10-26 11:00 - 13:30 | Carmel BTS, Carmel
Not to be confused with other celebrations of the spooky time of year. This is the one with the pumpkin roll on Ocean Ave. and so much more. Go to https://www.ci.carmel.ca.us/post to get the full account of the fun.

Steinbeck Center Spooktacular
2024-10-26 11:00 - 14:00 | Steinbeck Center, National Steinbeck Center, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Trick or treat takes on a new meaning in the Steinbeck Center. Come and find out what’s up in the Center. https://www.steinbeck.org is the place to go to for more information.

Haunted House
2024-10-26 12:00 - 2024-10-27 17:00 | 2830 Fifth St., Marina, CA, United States
It’s that time of year, when so many want to be terrified by the supernatural. (As if the reality wasn’t enough.) Check out this venue for several successive weekends. It promises to be REALLY frightening. Call 408-726-8453 for details and questions answered.

Otter Focus Tours
2024-10-26 13:00 - 2024-10-27 15:30 | Elkhorn Slough Safari, 7981 Moss Landing Rd., Moss Landing, CA, United States
Sea Otters are a lot more than cute symbols of our area. They are complex predators with interesting stories. It’s always nice to see them frolic but it’s much more interesting when you can learn about them and their role in the environment of the area. The fact is they are fascinating. Come see them up close (legally) and get a fuller picture of their impact. More details are found at https://www.elkhornslough.com

Monterey Tequila Festival
2024-10-26 15:00 - 23:00 | Hyatt Regency Spa and Resort, 1 Old Golf Course Road, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Imagine an afternoon/evening devoted to the tasting and enjoyment of tequila. Well you don’t have to dwell on it for too long because it is a reality. There are so many types of tequila and ways to prepare the recipe that your taste buds will be astounded. Sound good? Then go to https://www.montereytequilafestival.com and prepare yourself with all the info you will need.

I Cantori di Carmel Oktoberfest
2024-10-26 17:00 - 22:00 | Carmel Women’s Club, 9th & San Carlos, Carmel, CA, United States
There will be lots of beer, singing, music, bratwursts, and singing. Some signature potato dishes and of course, sauerkraut. COme out and be ready to listen to some good singing and eat some good food. Go to the Carmel Womens Club on October 26th at 5:00 and begin the festivities.

Glass Blowing Party
2024-10-26 18:00 - 21:00 | Monterey Glass Works, 801b California St., Sand CIty, CA, United States
The pros at Monterey Glassworks are offering their expertise to help you do some of the work involved in their art. Then you can say that you made the art object that you bring home and put on the shelf. It’s quite soon so don’t wait for long to decide. More details are at https://www.montereyglassworks.com

Farmers Market Live Oak (9-1)
2024-10-27 09:00 - 13:00 | 15th & East Cliff, Santa Cruz, United States

Farmers Market Marina (10-2)
2024-10-27 09:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina

Farmers Market Carmel Valley (10-3)
2024-10-27 10:00 - 15:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States

Howl-O-Ween
2024-10-27 11:00 - 14:00 | Forest Theater, Santa Rita & Mountain View, Carmel by the Sea, CA, 93923, United States
It’s becoming a Carmel tradition. Dress your hound in a costume and parade it in front of hundreds of other dog fans. There are lots of interesting awards for costumes. But you don’t HAVE to bring a beast to enjoy yourself. Luckily dogs are most accepting. It happens at 11:00 until 2:00 at the Outdoor Forest Theater in Carmel, of course. On the 27th of October. https://www.eventbrite.com is the place for the details.

Pumpkin Plunge
2024-10-27 16:00 - 18:00 | Monterey Sports Center, 301 E Franklin St. , Monterey , CA, United States
Monterey Sports Center wants you to know that they are open for Halloween fun. Come by on the 27th and if you are among the first 100 folks you can get a free pumpkin. There are many other fun activities as well, the water slide and something called the WIBIT. Go to their website for more info, it’s https://www.monterey.city.gov
