Monterey Bay Aquarium (Free Admission)
2023-01-25 09:00 - 2023-01-29 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Monterey Bay Aquarium, 886 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
It’s back! After the restrictions of the pandemic, one more fun activity is available. If you are a resident of Monterey, Santa Cruz, or San Benito counties you are eligible to come to the Aquarium for free. Just show an ID that proves your residency and you are in. But only this week, so hustle. Details at http://www.montereybayaquarium.org

Point Sur Lighthouse Tours
2023-01-25 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-01-28 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-02-01 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-02-04 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-02-08 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-02-11 10:00 - 13:00, 2023-02-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Point Sur Lighthouse, Highway One , CA, United States
After much time the tours are back. On Wednesdays and Saturdays the docents will walk you through this historic site. Through wars and storms the lighthouse and its staff took care of the sailors and their crafts. It lasts about three hours and involves some serious walking. Don’t let that put you off it is a wonderful piece of local lore. Many more details available athttp://www.pointsur.org

National Meat & Tea Celebration
2023-01-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Great British Bake Shop, 8 W. Gabilan, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Bet you didn’t know that the month of January is Meat and Tea Month. To help publicize it a bit, the Great British Bakeshop in City Center Salinas is combining with their neighbor, Gold Leaf Teas, and offering specials on both of their specialties, meat pies and tea. Come by and sample something tasty and different, unless you have already enjoyed their work. Then just come by and enjoy more. Details at http://www.thegreatbritishbakeshop.com

Little Heart
2023-01-25 20:00 - 2023-02-18 22:00 | Jewel Theatre, 1010 River St. Colligan Theatre @ Tannery Arts Center, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
This play , presented by the Jewel Theatre folks, centers on the efforts of a nun within the structure of the Catholic Church in LA to express herself artistically and personally. Based on a true story. For details contact http://www.jeweltheatre.net

Collections & Curios Workshop
2023-01-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Monterey Museum of Art, 720 Via Mirada, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
If you have a collection, and who doesn’t? This may be of interest to you. The artists featured at this workshop will work with the participants to help them best display their collections, in shadow boxes and other static displays. A creative and helpful way to get the things in that old box under the bed out and visible. Check out htttp://www.monteryart.org for more info.

MLK Youth Day
2023-01-28 12:00 - 16:00 | Resource Center for Non-Violence, 612 Ocean St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
In the spirit of Dr. King the Santa Cruz NAACP is sponsoring this day of inspiration and action. They and the Resource Center for Non-violence are celebrating Dr King’s legacy on a different day in the certainty that every day is one in which we can make a difference. More info at http://www.naacpsantacruz.com

AT&T Pebble Beach Pro AM
2023-01-30 - 2023-02-05 | Lodge at Pebble Beach, Pebble Beach, CA, 93953, United States
As many know this was begun as the Crosby Clambake and featured many well known celebrities and golfers playing in dismal weather. Not much has changed except for the sponsor. No longer Hollywood stars but corporate entities. The weather still tends toward dismal and the golfers are good and the celebrities are entertaining. Five days of golf and goofing. More details at http://www.attpbgolf.com

The Old West (Presented by Bautista Moon Studios)
2023-02-01 17:00 - 2023-02-18 21:00 | Sylvan Galleries, 613 Ortiz #A, Sand City, CA, 93955, United States
Four photographers bringing their works that reflect a vision of the West in popular imagination and in its reality. Find more reasons to come out and see this exhibit at http://www.sylvan.gallery

Startup Factory Monterey Bay
2023-02-03 - 2023-02-05 | CSUMB Business & Technology Building, 3052 Divarty St., Marina, CA, 93955, United States
Have you a small business or a good idea for one? These are the people you need to talk to. This has been going on for 11 years now so they have a good reputation and probably good advice. More info is available at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/startup-factory-monterey-bay-2023-tickets-444150214247

Education Mixer
2023-02-03 16:00 - 18:00 | Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, 1305 East Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
Santa Cruz’s Museum of Natural History is filled with lots of interesting exhibits and info about the Monterey Bay. They want to share this trove of knowledge with the TK through 12th grade teachers in the area. If you are a teacher or know one, check out this website and get registered so you can be part of this educational opportunity http://http//:www.santacruzmah.org

First Friday @ Monterey Museum of Art
2023-02-03 17:00 - 19:00 | Monterey Museum of Art, 720 Via Mirada, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Come by the museum, check out the galleries and exhibits, enjoy the music provided by talented locals and later step out for a lovely dinner at one of the great restaurants just a couple blocks away. Truly an evening of sophistication. The museum part is free, so you can splurge. More info at http://www.montereyart.org

Peninsula Cars & Coffee
2023-02-04 08:00 - 10:00 | chili’s, 1349 Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States
If you have a car, of any type, condition, or make these folks want to invite you to come by and hang out, drink a cup of coffee and chat about your favorite vehicle (maybe it’s the one you own). In Seaside, at the Chili’s on Canyon Del Rey you will find these auto aficionados. For more info try http://www.carcruisefinder.com

Early Bird Tour (Elkhorn Slough)
2023-02-04 08:30 | Elkhorn Slough NERR, 1700 Elkhorn Slough Rd., Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
It’s early (not too) has birds (lots) and is a tour (Around Elkhorn Slough). Since the Slough is one of the best places in the world to view birds it only makes sense that there would be a tour with guides to help us see those birds. Here’s your chance. The gates at the Slough Visitors’ Center open at 8:15 the tours leave at 8:30. If you miss this one there is one on the first Saturday of the month. More important info at http://www.elkhornslough.org

Big Sur Hidden Gems Tour
2023-02-04 09:00 - 13:00 | CA
Let’s suppose that your spouse is a BIG golf fan and you are not. Maybe you’d like a relaxing trip in the Big Sur area, maybe you like yoga. Try this: a trip down to Big Sur, a yoga session combined with some yummy treats, and a hike through the gorgeous scenery of that special place. If that lights your fire there’s more info here
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/big-sur-hidden-gems-tour-tickets-476803019667

Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum
2023-02-04 10:00 - 16:00, 2023-02-05 10:00 - 16:00 | Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum, Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
The first weekend of each month these dedicated members of the museum open the door of their museum and share their collections and passion with the rest of us. Listen for the train whistle blown by their enthusiastic visitors through each day. Then you will know they are open. More info at http://www.msvrr.org

Harvey Baker House
2023-02-04 10:00 - 2023-02-05 15:00 | 1st Mayor’s House, 20 Station Place, Salinas, CA, 93940, United States
Salinas’ first mayor’s home has been preserved and is available to the public. Knowledgeable docents are on hand to help you rediscover many interesting aspects of local history. But only on the first Saturday of each month. More info at http://www.firstmayorshouse.org

Natural Wonderland (Art experience)
2023-02-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Monterey Museum of Art, 720 Via Mirada, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
A family art activity involving the natural world, trained artists, and your family. The artists will help you and your children use natural materials in creating lovely works which express, and maybe inspire, a connection to the world around us. For more details go to http://www.montereyart.org

Wharf Walks
2023-02-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Local historian, Tim Thomas takes you on a trip through the history of Monterey by way of the wharf and the shoreline, from the Native peoples to the current post cannery era. On the first Sunday of each month he meets with folks like you and takes them into the area’s past for two hours 10-12. More info from timsardine@yahoo.com

Buffalo Soldiers
2023-02-10 16:00 - 17:30 | Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, 705 Front St. , Santa Cruz, CA, 95064, United States
Described by some as the first Park Rangers these men were recruited From the ranks of freemen and former slaves to augment the rapid westward expansion of the United States. Along the way they were stationed in what became national parks. The Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History has an exhibit on this little known phenomena. More details available at http://www.santacruzmah.org

Leo Kottke
2023-02-11 19:00 - 22:00 | Rio Theater, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
Guitarist without peer for many years, Mr. Kottke has a reputation as a guitarist’s guitarist. But those of you who recognized his name already knew that. If he is unfamiliar, then get yourself out to the Rio Theatre on February 11th and be prepared to have your ears opened. More info at http://www,riotheatre.com

Painting Demo W/ Elizabeth Barlow
2023-02-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Monterey Museum of Art, 720 Via Mirada, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Ms. Barlow’s technique enlivens and illuminates her paintings of flowers. And she is here to share that technique with you. All you do is show up and be receptive. Check out her work and get more details at http://www.montereyart.org

Valentines At the Wharf
2023-02-14 11:00 - 18:00 | Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
It’s that time of year again. Hearts, candy, and flowers are everywhere, especially today at the Wharf. There will be a Cupid handing out tasty candies, contests for the poets out there, and special menus from the restaurants on the Wharf. For more scrumptious details go to http://www.montereywharf.com

Leo Kottke
2023-02-14 20:00 - 21:30 | Golden State Theater, 417 Alvarado St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Thought by some to be the best 12 string guitar player alive and by others as merely one of the best ever, Mr Kottke continues to amaze even experienced and professional players. You can get a feel for this marvelous musician, in person, at the GST. More info etc. at http://www.goldenstatetheatre.com
