Soul of CA

Jake Shimabukuro
2025-10-03 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rio Theater, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
The Ukelele virtuoso is coming to the Central Coast and getting everyone on their feet and dancing. You should too. Got to the Rio Theater website and check out the info there. https://www.riotheatre,com

Farmers Market Aptos
2025-10-04 08:00 - 12:00 | Cabrillo College Aptos Campus, Cabrillo College 6500 Soquel Ave., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States
We have reached the end of September and it is officially Fall. The produce of summer is waning and the wonderful things which mature in the Fall are rolling in. Some of the markets are closing so be sure to check (at https://www.Montereycfb.com ). In spite of this there are still lots of really good things to eat and prepared food to sample. In addition , you are supporting our local farmers and businesses.

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (West)
2025-10-04 08:00 - 12:00 | 15th & East Cliff, Santa Cruz, United States

Poodle Day (In Carmel)
2025-10-04 08:00 - 13:30 | Crossroads Shopping Village, Rio Road and Highway 1, Carmel, CA, 93923, United States
You read that right. It’s Poodle Day, a show and parade dedicated to the breed. Although they have broadened it to allow some mixes of Poodle and ?. You have to register if you want to walk your dog in the parade. Otherwise just show up with your dog. More info is to be had at https://www.poodleday.com

Farmers Market Salinas
2025-10-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Farmers Market Moss Landing
2025-10-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Power Plant, Highway One, Moss Landing, CA, United States

Cars & Coffee
2025-10-04 09:00 - 11:00 | E. Lake Village Shopping Center, 906 E. Lake Ave., Watsonville, CA, United States
In Watsonville, where there are many car fans, they gather on Saturday mornings and drink good coffee and discuss the qualities of their vehicles and those of many others. Just like they do the rest of the time but this one is more organized. Come, with or without your ride, and enjoy the chat and the brew. Info is at mannyjsolano@gmail.com

Sculpting in Sand, Snow & More
2025-10-04 10:00 - 11:30 | Carmel Valley Branch Library, 65 W. Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States
The artist, Rusty Croft, is speaking and demonstrating his skill at sculpting in a remarkable variety of media. Maybe give some insight into how the other artists give shape to those remarkable sculptures that we see during the Sand Sculpting day at Carmel Beach. MOre info is at https://www.focvl.org/event

Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day
2025-10-04 10:00 - 13:00 | 15301 Watkins Gate Rd., Marina, CA, United States
What else is there to say? If you know a young person who rides a bike (with or without pedals) and that kid likes to ride in nature, this is your activity. There will be lots of enthusiastic, maturer riders to support and cheer enthusiastically while your young one has a great time riding the course that has been prepared. Go to their website and get all the details. It’s at https://www.morcamtb.org

History Fun
2025-10-04 10:00 - 15:30 | Harvey Baker House, Station Plaza, Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
The Harvey-Baker House is part of the Heritage Plaza in downtown Salinas. The knowledgeable docents there are pleased to share the story of the families who lived in this building on the first Saturday of each month. It has been a part of Salinas’ history and has many interesting pieces in their collection. While visiting there you can also check out the other historical buildings nearby. More details are to be found at https://www.firstmayorshouse.org

Railroad Days
2025-10-04 10:00 - 2025-10-05 16:00 | Amtrak Station, Market St. and Salinas St. , Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
The first weekend of each month the members of the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad organization open their doors to the public. They have an extensive and detailed diorama display of the railway going through the Salinas Valley. Much more information about the local rail history than most of us have any idea about. More information is available at their website https://www.msvrr.org

Living History Days @ San Juan Bautista
2025-10-04 11:00 - 16:00 | san juan bautista mission, 406 2nd St., San Juan Bautista Mission, CA, United States
Imagine that some of the people who were among the first Europeans could talk to you and answer the many questions you might have about them and their lives. Here’s the next best thing. Folks who have spent a lot of time studying and preparing for their roles as pioneers and craftspeople from the earliest times of San Juan will be on hand to give you and your family a taste of that era. It happens the first Saturday of every month.

1st Annual Seaside Music Festival
2025-10-04 12:00 - 18:00 | 490 Broadway, 490 Broadway, Seaside, CA, 93955, United States
They are beginning another music tradition in the city of Seaside. This is a six hour long fest of music, food, and fun. Several bands will perform and you can take it all in. Go to https://www.eventbrite.com for details etc.

Farmers Market Watsonville
2025-10-04 14:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Watsonville, Downtown Plaza, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States

Sunset Celebration @ Pt. Pinos
2025-10-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Pt. Pinos Lighthouse, Ocean View Blvd., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
What a lovely setting for the sunset. In addition, there will be music, food, and tours of the lighthouse, because that is where it’s all happening. The singing group, River Voices will be performing and Michael’s Taqueria will be supplying the food. Go to https://www.pacificgroveheritage.org for all the details.

Beginner's Birding
2025-10-05 09:00 - 12:00 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States
The County Park District and the Audubon Society have teamed up to bring these sessions to the public. They will show proper use of binoculars (supplied) and the means to identify the many, over 200, birds that live in or pass through our beautiful part of the world. The classes happen every Sunday at Laguna Grande Park in Marina from 9-12 and are free but the ages are 12- adult.

Farmers Market Live Oak
2025-10-05 09:00 - 13:00 | Mission St & Western, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market Marina
2025-10-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Marina Village Shopping Center, Marina

Farmers Market Carmel Valley
2025-10-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Cachagua Community Center, 37210 Nason Road, Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States

Plant Sale @ Cooper Molera Adobe
2025-10-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Cooper-Molera Adobe, Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
As you wander through downtown Monterey you will be struck by the historic adobes scattered through the area. Check out this one and find a little something that’s not strictly historical. But you can use it to decorate your home or garden. Check out https://www.coopermolera.org for the details.

Farmers Market Pacific Grove
2025-10-06 15:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States
Even though autumn is in the air, we are still able to enjoy the freshest of the available produce. And the best places to find this delicious variety is in the local farmers markets. Fall fruit is abundant and fresh. You probably enjoy the crisp apples and much more. Come out to the local market and see for yourself; there is one close to you. Check this website for more choices. https://www.montereycfb.com

Farmers Market E. Alisal
2025-10-07 11:00 - 16:00 | WIC Office, 632 E. Alisal St., Salinas, CA, United States

Farmers Market Monterey
2025-10-07 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

Embracing Light
2025-10-08 08:00 - 17:00 | Pacific Grove Art Center, 568 Lighthouse Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, 93950, United States
Local photographers are bringing their best efforts to this show which features the contrast between light and dark in their photos. There will be many striking images and interesting use of chiaroscuro. The exhibit runs through the month of October so there is plenty of time but no time to waste. Details are available at https://www.pgartcenter.org

Farmers Market Natividad Hospital
2025-10-08 11:00 - 15:30 | Natividad Hospital, E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, United States

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (downtown)
2025-10-08 13:00 - 17:00 | Cedar & Lincoln Sts., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market Hollister
2025-10-08 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Hollister, Hollister, CA, United States

Farmers Market King City
2025-10-08 16:00 - 19:00 | Natividad Hospital, E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, United States

Wolf Gang
2025-10-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Sandbox, 440 Ortiz Ave., Sand City, CA, 93955, United States
Celebrating the influences on W.A. Mozart and those he, in turn, influenced. From Bach’s works though to Beethoven’s the lines of genius are traceable and clear. The venue’s small size will make this an intimate experience. Check out their website at https://www.sandboxsandcity.org

Farmers Market Carmel BTS
2025-10-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel
