Soul of CA

Hi'ilani ' O Ke Kai
2025-09-13 17:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Sherwood Community Center, N. Main St. , Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Unless you can read Hawaiian this title means little to you. But to those who can it tells them that a big party with music, food, and dance. In short a big celebration of Hawaiian culture. It all falls under the word we’re familiar with, Luau. This is their 41st luau so it’s easy to guess that they know how it’s done. Come out and see for yourself. More details and ticket info are at https://www.eventbrite.com

Hartnell College Gala for the Arts
2025-09-13 16:00 - 22:00 | Hartnell College, 411 Central Ave., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
A gathering to celebrate the influence of Hartnell and its artists on the life of Salinas and the Valley. Of course there will be theater, music, food, and drink. The missing piece is you. Check out their website and find out what happens when you attend and help their efforts. It’s at https://www.hartnellfoundation.org/events

Glass Pumpkin Patch
2025-09-13 10:00 - 2025-09-14 16:00 | hilton Bialek Habitat, 4380 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93923, United States
It’s back! There will be 1,500 glass pumpkins available for sale and for your decorative and/or gifting needs. The talented glassblowers have been working year round to create these seasonal artifacts. Now you can come on out and pick the ones best suited to your home, and the proceeds go to enable the MEarth folks to spread their message about healthy farming and foods. You can see some samples and get more info at https://www.mearthcarmel.org

Art Festival (East Garrison)
2025-09-13 10:00 - 16:00 | Marina Equine Center, Marina, CA, United States
The East Garrison Community is hosting an Art Festival and you should check it out. Chances are you have never been there and don’t know what a nice place it is. At the Marina Equine Center there will be 30 artists, food booths, music , and fun animals. Sponsored by the East Garrison Kiwanis.

Farmers Market Moss Landing
2025-09-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Power Plant, Highway One, Moss Landing, CA, United States
The warmth of summer has not left us and the season is still going strong just like the selection of delicious produce available at the markets. Soon some of the markets will close but right now they are rocking and rolling. No better time to get fresh food from the booths and some crafty items from the artisans. Don’t forget a treat or two from the prepped food vendors. Different sites, times, and days are listed at https://www.montereycfb.com

California Biodiversity Day
2025-09-13 09:30 - 16:30 | Elkhorn Slough NERR, 1700 Elkhorn Slough Rd., Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Elkhorn Slough is a magical place where the tides form the shoreline and the animals and plants are especially well adapted to the environment. This event is focused on getting the public, all of us, into the reserve and learning about this diversity. COme out otone of our local gems and enjoy a great day. Details at https://www.elkhornslough.org

Farmers Market Salinas
2025-09-13 09:00 - 14:00 | Downtown Salinas, 1 Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (West)
2025-09-13 09:00 - 13:00 | 15th & East Cliff, Santa Cruz, United States

Farmers Market Aptos
2025-09-13 08:00 - 12:00 | Cabrillo College Aptos Campus, Cabrillo College 6500 Soquel Ave., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States

Mercado Popular Salinas Sports Complex
2025-09-12 16:00 - 21:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States

Farmers Market Watsonville
2025-09-12 14:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Watsonville, Downtown Plaza, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States

Farmers Market Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital
2025-09-12 12:00 - 17:00 | Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Romie Lane , Salinas , CA, United States

Jacob's Heart Golf Tournament
2025-09-12 11:00 - 21:00 | Seascape Golf Course, 610 Clubhouse Dr. , Aptos, CA, 95003, United States
If you are a golf fan and like to help kids and their families through rough cancer treatments, then this is your invitation. Come to Seascape Golf Course and play in their benefit tournament. Of course you’ll want more info and registration information. Here it is https://www.web.santacruzchamber,org

Farmers Market Del Monte Mall
2025-09-12 08:00 - 12:00 | Del Monte Shopping Center, Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States

Farmers Market Soledad
2025-09-11 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Soledad, Soledad, United States

Farmers Market Seaside
2025-09-11 15:00 - 19:00 | Laguna Grande Park, Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside, CA, United States

Farmers Market CSU Monterey Bay
2025-09-11 14:00 - 18:00 | CSUMB University Center, 4314 6th St., Marina, CA, United States

Farmers Market Carmel BTS
2025-09-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Carmel BTS, Carmel

Farmers Market King City
2025-09-10 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown King City, King City, CA, United States

Farmers Market Hollister
2025-09-10 15:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Hollister, Hollister, CA, United States

Farmers Market Santa Cruz (downtown)
2025-09-10 13:00 - 17:00 | Cedar & Lincoln Sts., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Farmers Market Natividad Hospital
2025-09-10 11:00 - 15:30 | Natividad Hospital, E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, United States

Farmers Market Monterey
2025-09-09 16:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Monterey, Monterey, CA, United States

Farmers Market E. Alisal
2025-09-09 11:00 - 16:00 | WIC Office, 632 E. Alisal St., Salinas, CA, United States

Farmers Market Barnyard
2025-09-09 09:00 - 13:00 | The Barnyard, Barnyard Shopping Center, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

Stokes Adobe History Talk
2025-09-08 19:00 - 20:00 | casa serrano, 412 Pacific St., Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
This is a lecture about one of the more interesting and mysterious buildings on the Peninsula. Many maintain that there are ghosts within the walls and more spooky stuff. But aside from that there is a substantial amount of historical importance that has been part of the home’s history. (Oddly, the talk is not at the Stokes Adobe.) Details are available from brickman@brickmanmarketing.com

Farmers Market Pacific Grove
2025-09-08 15:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Pacific Grove, Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove , CA, 93950, United States

Point Sur Lighthouse Moonlight Tours
2025-09-07 18:30 - 21:30 | Point Sur Lighthouse, Highway One , CA, United States
One of the historic landmarks of the Central Coast is made even more appealing by moonlight. But then almost everything is made better by moonlight, right? Come out and hear the tales of the people who lived and worked there and appreciate the isolation that was part of their lives. More details and ticket info (no reservations) are at https://www.pointsur.org

Touch-A-Truck Salinas
2025-09-07 12:00 - 16:00 | Salinas Sports Complex, N. Main Street, Salinas , CA, United States
If you have a youngster who likes trucks, large vehicles, or just needs a reason to get out of the house on a nice day, here is a destination. Come down and get very close to a wide variety of wheeled vehicles. (And some others.) It supports local charities and is a lot of fun for all, even the adults. More info is at https://www.givebutter.com/TATSalinasTickets

Farmers Market Carmel Valley
2025-09-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Carmel Valley Community Center, 25 Ford Rd., Carmel Valley, CA, 93924, United States
Well it’s official the “end” of summer is here. But here in the Central Coast the growing season is still rolling along. That means there are still lots of good, fresh produce to be had at good prices. You will also find delicious food from various vendors that is ready to eat or to take home for a tasty meal. But you won’t know unless you come out and see for yourself. Many more markets, on different days, are listed at https://www.montereycfb.com
