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Featured Events:Chippie de Munk's Great Invention ProgramEnter your wonderful, wacky invention in the "Chippie's Great Inventions" contest Every day (Jul 16-Sep 16) Are you a famous inventor? Monterey County youth (Preschool - 17 years of age) are urged to enter the Fair this year in the Junior Home Arts Department, Home to Chippie de Munk's Great Inventions Program and participate in the feature division, division 302, under "Chippie's Great Inventions."
These classes are tied to the very creative inventions described in the Chippie de Munk: The Great Inventor book, as well as additional divisions that involve robotics, creatures and models; rocketry and aeronautics, science fair projects, Grandpa Gopher's Marshmallow Shooter, Story Book Place Settings, Chippie de Munk's Flying Machine Contest with a Glider Competition during Fair, and more!
Five of the entry classes include: Class 1: Dude Beagle's Nut Cracker - Build a Working Nut Cracker
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Exploring Worship and the Arts Summer Camp is an exciting creative summer experience now offered by The School of Worship and the Arts, with a unique focus, combining Music, Dance, Drama, Musical Theatre, Songwriting, Creative Writing, Arts and Crafts.
Director, Head Instructor, Cathryn True Varlet
envisions utilizing all of the creative gifts and portrayal for the glory of God and has written a children's musical entitled, "Journey to the High Places", based on the allegorical book "Hinds Feet in High Places," children's version, by Hannah Hurnard.
You may enroll for the summer camp by the full 4 wk session OR by the week.
The full 4 wk session includes intensive training and exposure to music, dance, drama, musical theatre, creative writing, songwriting, arts and crafts. It will involve a presentation at session's end.
Children's version of"Hinds Feet in High Places" is recommended for purchase at Kingdom Come, Barnyard Center, Carmel Valley, or available from instructor.
The one week session will explore these same elements and involve participants in small musical and dramatic parts in a presentation of the musical at session's end.
Small parts needed NOW for Session One: (June 7- July 1st) (Mon - Thurs) 10 AM - 2 PM
(now by week and flexible for 9:30 -1:30 time)
Session Two: July 6- July 30 (Mon- Thursday)
9:30 AM - 1: 30 PM
(Full 4 wks session or by week)
Scholarships offered upon availability only.
(Person offering to help for week or session)
Discounts for multiple children in a family.
Online registration (ASAP) and details at: www.peninsulachristiancenter.org
Questions?
Please contact Cathryn True Varlet directly. (831) 394-4192, true_music111@yahoo.com
Cathryn's website resume is: www.heartstreams-music.com
Fall to Spring classes will be offered, as well as private instruction in voice, piano, guitar, recorder and songwriting through the school, housed at Peninsula Christian Center, on 520 Pine Ave, Pacific Grove.
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Sale of Fireworks supports:
The Rancho Cielo Drummond Culinary Academy is one of several programs of Rancho Cielo tailored to help transform the lives of our youth through learning new skills, on the job training, and professional mentorship. Our goal is to train at-risk youth in the Salinas and Monterey County area in a work environment that is conducive to learning, where they feel challenged, respected, and accountable. Our ultimate desire is to prepare culinary academy students to become qualified to work on commercial restaurants
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California Rodeo history related sculptures, paintings and drawings will be featured in the Center's Gabilan Gallery. Bronze sculptures by Charles Russell and Frederic Remington from the Monterey Museum of Art's Davis Collection and works by Jo Mora from the collections of the Monterey History and Art Association and the Jo Mora Trust.
Special exhibitions ticket includes permanent exhibits at the John Steinbeck Exhibition Hall and the Rabobank Agriculture Museum
AAA Members get $1.00 discount
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After crops are harvested, fruits and vegetables are left in the field to be plowed for the next planting. But less so than before Ag Against Hunger began inviting volunteers to their county-wide gleanings to collect food for the poor. Farmers contact AAH, who, within sometimes days, assembles pickers to meet at The Cooler at 495 Brunken, Salinas, where the produce is refrigerated before being dispersed, and caravan to the particular field. Bring a bag to take produce home as an immediate reward. The May 22 barbecue with AAH folks and farmers kicks off the Monterey County season; the gleanings take place Fridays and Saturdays through November 13, when another barbecue for gleaners that fills bellies and warms hearts. Call to RSVP.
May: Sat 22, Fri 14, Fri 28
June: Sat 05, Fri 25, Sat 19
July: Sat 10, Fri 16, Sat 24, Fri 30
Aug: Sat 07, Fri 13, Sat 21, Fri 27
Sept: Fri 10, Sat 18, Fri 24,
Oct: Sat 02, Fri 08, Sat 16, Fri 22, Sat 30
Nov: Fri 05, Sat 13
8:30am meet
Various locations throughout Monterey County, call for details 755-1480
John Steinbeck
STORY TIME, Saturdays, 11:00am, Stories, crafts and activities for pre-school age.
BEGINNERS COMPUTER LAB, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3pm-6pm, Saturdays, 10am-1pm
ADULT TUTORING (reading, writing, conversation), Tuesdays - Saturdays, 11am-6-pm
One-on-one and small group
GED PREPARATION, Fridays, 10am-1pm, Small group
Cesar Chavez Library
LEARN TO PLAY CHESS
Most Wednesdays, 6:30-8pm, Children and adults alike can enjoy free chess lessons conducted by Library Commissioner Alberto Murillo. Any person interested in learning how to play chess or advance their skills can participate in this program on a first come first serve basis. Mr. Murillo, a chess instructor for Alisal Center for the Fine Arts, has taught chess classes and strategy to inmates from Monterey County Rehabilitation Center, to the youth in Salinas Recreation Centers and to hundreds of students from the Alisal Union School District.
FAMILY STORY TIME, Wednesdays, 4pm, Fun for all ages!
HOMEWORK CENTER, Tuesdays - Fridays, 3-5:30pm, Saturdays, 10am-2pm, Grades K - 8 (high school volunteer opportunities)
ADULT TUTORING (reading, writing, conversation), Tuesdays - Saturdays, 11am-6pm, One-on-one and small group
El Gabilan Library
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, Thursdays, 4pm, Preschool ages, but all children are welcome
PAJAMA STORY TIME, First Thursday of the month, 5:00pm
Preschool ages, but all children are welcome
ADULT TUTORING (reading, writing, conversation)
Tuesdays - Saturdays, 11am-6pm, One-on-one
Carmel Walks
Discover the special charms of Carmel-by-the-Sea on a 2-hour guided walking tour thru secret pathways, hidden courtyards, award-winning gardens, and by enchanting fairytale cottages... the homes, haunts, and history of famous artists, writers, and movie stars.
Learn about the spirit, characters, and customs that make Carmel unique.
Reservations recommended. $25, Private group tours available on request.
Tuesdays - Saturdays 10am to noon; additional tour at 2pm on Saturdays
Each walk is an extraordinary adventure featuring such sites as:
* The original fairytale cottages and home of Carmel's
"Builder of Dreams," Hugh Comstock.
* Homes and haunts of bohemian artists and writers.
* Edward Weston's photo studio and the photographic legacy of Carmel.
* 1914 Golf House - historic clubhouse of the Carmel golf course.
* Architecture by Frank Lloyd Wright, Charles S. Greene, Julia Morgan and Bernard Maybeck.
* Feminist Mary Austin's home and treehouse site.
* Why Clint named his pub the "Hog's Breath Inn."
* Doris Day's dog digs and special K-9 tax forms.
* Plein-Aire painters and local artists.
* Poet Robinson Jeffers' log cabin.
* The oldest art gallery in Carmel.
* Famous movie locations.
* Special off-beat places and unique spots and more!
July 24th (Sat) Little Sprouts Sing-Along Bring the little ones for a sing-along of childrens' favorites! Hayrides 11 am.
Aug 14th (Sat) Summer Harvest Puppet show 11 am. Followed by a watermelon-eating contest, grilled corn & hayrides. Second puppet show 2 pm.
Aug 28th (Sat) Honey Day Learn about bees from our local honey man Dale Hillard 11am.
Sept 10th (Fri) Folk Music Evening Come out and enjoy classic folk music by the bonfire. 6:30-8:30 pm.
Oct 2nd (Sat) Apple Day Learn how to maintain apple trees with Hank Van Brocklin. Includes grafting, pruning, etc. 11 am.
Oct 16th (Sat) Fall Festival Start the day with a puppet show at 11am. Followed by pumpkin races and hayrides. Puppet show 2 pm. Visit our pumpkin patch.
Nov 13th (Sat) Day of Thanksgiving Vegetable treasure hunt for children all day. Pumpkin toss, target match and hayrides at 11 am.
Dec 3rd (Fri) Christmas Night at The Farm Sing carols around a bonfire, moonlight hayrides, hot apple cider, and homemade cookies. 6-9 pm.
Dec 18th (Sat) Closing for The Season. Last Day open until March 2011. Open until 5pm.
Merry Christmas!
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Come join us on our daily 1pm tour. We are home to over 100 exotic animals including big cats, bears, primates, hyenas and much much more. From anteaters to zebras our goal is to educate people about the wonderful world of wildlife and promote conservation. Do you want to take a walk on the wild side? We offer a variety of full contact tours that allow you to safely interact with many of our animal friends.
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EFFECTIVE PARENTING TECHNIQUES, TRIPLE P-POSITIVE PARENTING PROGRAM
Do you want to:
Promote positive, caring relationships
between you and your children?
Learn effective discipline strategies?
Become a more confident parent?
Then this Parent Education program is for you! The Positive Parenting Program, or Triple P, helps parents improve their confidence and skills for dealing with everyday interactions and behavioral issues with their children. Triple P is one of the only evidence-based parenting programs available worldwide, founded on over 25 years of clinical and empirical research. Join us for this new 8-week class.
Triple P classes are for parents only:
Positive Parenting for parents of children ages 2-5 years
Mondays, 9/14 thru 11/2
Room P-1
Positive Parenting for parents of children ages 6-12 years
Thursdays, 9/17 thru 11/5
Room P-3
In Salinas, please call 796-6970. For other areas of Monterey County, please call Community Human Services at 796-3905 ext. 200.
Classes available in English or Spanish.
WHAT PARENTS SAY:
"Every parent should take the time to go through this class."
"I learned how to talk to my children, not at them."
"Love the classes, couldn't wait until the next class."
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Limited Engagement!
Learn about the two faces of Genghis Khan: Conqueror. Statesman. Khan's infamous brutality is well known, but there was another side to the man who would form the first united Mongol nation providing artistic and religious freedom and safety for its people.
Visitors can walk through a life-size ger, the traditional nomadic dwelling, see and touch pottery, furniture, clothing, and use computer touch screens throughout the exhibition to follow characters from Khan's empire.
Marvel at Mongol weaponry - a collection of swords, leather and metal armor, mace-heads, bows and arrows, and an early firearm - all technologically advanced armaments during the period of Khan's reign.
With more than 200 authentic artifacts - many of which have never been seen outside Mongolia - are on display.
Starting May 31 see live Mongolian cultural performances.
Become a member of The Tech Museum and save up to 40% on tickets!
Exhibit Hours
Monday - Wednesday: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday - Sunday: 10:00am - 8:00pm
Memorial Day, May 31, 2010: 10:00am-8pm
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E. Charlton Fortune ("Effie" to her friends) was a California Impressionist painter from an established San Franicsco family who granted her exposure to high art, intellectual rigor and travel to Europe. She achieved acclaim with her lyrical landscapes, but after studying with Armin Hansen in the 1920s, she settled in Monterey and joined the Carmel Art Association and Monterey Guild, where she created liturgical (religious) works for the remainder of her career.
This exhibit, The Liturgical Arts of E. Charlton Fortune and the Monterey Gujild 1828-1958, assembles key works from this phase, including previously unseen works like "Serra's First Mass at Monterey," in the form of ceramics, textiles, metalworks, woodcarvings, paintings and photographs from Fortune's personal albums, provided by heirs of August Gay, Mission San Juan Bautista, Monterey Museum of Art and various other galleries.
Amish Quilt Exhibit at the de Young Museum exhibition at the de Young Museum in San Francisco, California, November 14, 2009 - June 6, 2010. The exhibition features approximately 48 full-size and crib quilts dating from the 1880s to the 1940s. Quilts made by girls and women of various Amish communities in Pennsylvania and the Midwest are visual distillations of their way of life. The Amish faith embodies the principles of simplicity, humility, discipline, and community, but their quilts are anything but humble. Using a rich color palette and bold patterns, these quilts are truly a unique contribution to American textile history. The quilts highlight the beauty and complexity of the abstract patterns.
Fresh Poduce & Flowers!!
You'll find a bountiful selection of produce, specialty items and beautiful plants and flowers at this bustling, fast-paced market held each Thursday afternoon. The market is located on the campus of Monterey Peninsula College, one of 109 colleges in the California Community College System. There is plenty of parking and easy access to the market. Monterey has been called the greatest meeting of land, sea and sky, and boasts a rich history. Monterey is the home to the Monterey Bay Aquarium, historic Cannery Row made famous by John Steinbeck's novel by that name, 20 world-class golf courses, and many special events such as the annual Monterey Jazz Festival.
ARIEL Theatrical 2010 Season
Little Red Hen
The Fabulous Fable Factory
Seussical (at Sherwood Hall, not included in the Season Pass package)
Miss Nelson has a Field Day
Jack and the Beanstalk
Peter Pan
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Schoolhouse Rock Live!
Goldilocks and the Three Bears
Winnie-the-Pooh Christmas Tail
2010 Season Passes Now Available
Adults: $58 ¦ Seniors (60 & older): $48 ¦ Children (3-12): $38. Call to get new prices as of Jan 1, 2010.
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Wild Things is home to over 130 exotic animals including big cats, bears, primates, hyenas, and much much more. From Anteaters to Zebras our goal is to educate people about the wonderful world of wildlife and promote conservation. For you thrill seekers ask about an overnight adventure you'll never forget or a full contact experience
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Catalyst World Cup Summer Schedule
With direction and coaching from the UCSC Soccer program coaches and players, each week is designed to teach the key skills of the game, inspired by the world's best, with special emphasis on the FUNdamentals of passing, dribbling, and scoring. Don't miss these amazing opportunities for your young player to enjoy and celebrate the greatest game in the world: SOCCER!!!
SOUTH BAY CAMPS
Advanced Scoring, Attacking and Goalkeeper Camp, Three Special Weeks for the Motivated Player and Team, 9-11 $95, Boys & Girls ages 7-14
Week 1: June 21-25 Gilroy High School
Week 2: June 25-July 2 Morgan Hill, Sobrato High School
Week 3: July 5-9 Hollister, Veteran's Memorial Park
Super FUNdamentals Boys and Girls, Ages 6-14, 9am-noon, $125
Little Skillsbuilders Boys and Girls, Ages 4-6 9:30-11am, $75
Week 4: July 19-23 Gilroy High School
Week 5: July 26-30 Morgan Hill, Sobrato High School
Week 6: Aug 2-6 Hollister, Veteran's Memorial Park
Click here to register online!!!
MONTEREY BAY CAMPS
Advanced Scoring, Attacking and Goalkeeper Camp, Three Special Weeks for the Motivated Player and Team, 9-11 $95, Boys & Girls ages 7-14
Week 1: June 22-25 Carmel Middle School
Super FUNdamentals Boys and Girls, Ages 6-14, 9am-noon, $125
Little Skillsbuilders Boys and Girls, Ages 4-6 9:30-11am, $75
Week 2: July 28-July 2 Pacific Grove Middle School
Week 3: July 26-30 Marina, Glorya Jean Tate Fields
Week 4: Aug 2-6 Carmel Middle School
We hope that this summer, during the most exciting time for soccer that comes along only once every four years, your young players will join us to celebrate the beautiful game! Thanks!!!
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Land & Sea, Paintings and Photographs of Monterey and Beyond
Featuring paintings, photographs, watercolors and etchings, Land & Sea will offer visitors a unique look at how Monterey's natural and urban landscape has influenced the many artists who lived and worked in Monterey and abroad.
Additionally, French cinematographer Eva Lothar's award-winning short film on Cannery Row, Street of the Sardine (1968), will be screened in the Bunny and Miller Outcalt Photography Gallery.
Tours are available upon request. Call 831.372.5477 x 104 for more information.
Allow me to introduce myself, my name is Dan Chan. I'm a professional international speaker, author, magician and variety entertainer featuring award winning magic, costume changes, juggling and acrobatics. My credits include theatrical and television consulting. Some of our presentations include rarely seen feats such as the bullet catch, climbing into a 6 foot ballon or Bian Lian the Chinese ancient art of change of face.
We've added the following to the show:
1) A levitation where I actually float up over a foot above the ground.
2) Comedy routine where stuff myself inside a 6 foot tall by 6 foot wide balloon
3) Bian Lian - a 300 year old Chinese magical secret
Public Shows
June 23rd, San Ardo Monterey County Library 11:30 am
June 23rd, San Lucas Monterey County Library 1:30 pm
June 23rd, King City Monterey County Library 3:00 pm
June 24th, Greenfield Monterey County Library 11:00 am
June 24th, Soledad Monterey County Library 1:30 pm
June 24th, Gonzales Monterey County Library 4:00 pm
June 30th, Carmel Valley Monterey County Library 10:30 am
June 30th, Big Sur Monterey County Library 1:00 pm
July 1st, Aromas Monterey County Library 10:00 am
July 1st, Prunedale Monterey County Library 1:00 pm
July 1st, Pajaro Monterey County Library 3:30 pm
July 7th, Marina Monterey County Library 1:00 pm
July 7th, Castroville Monterey County Library 3:30 pm
July 8th, Buen Vista Monterey County Library 1:00 pm
July 8th, Seaside Monterey County Library 4:00 pm
Tuesday, June 1, 2010 - FREE screening of DON'T PAVE MAIN STREET sponsored by Carmel Heritage & the Forest Theater Guild. Refreshments will be served.
Wednesday, June 2, FERRIS BUELLER'S DAY OFF sponsored by Carmel Realty Company
Tuesday, June 8, MADAGASCAR sponsored by Parkview Vet Hospital & The Beach Crowd
Wednesday, June 9, BOTTLE SHOCK sponsored by American Institute of Wine and Food
Thursday, June 10, TALL IN THE SADDLE sponsored by California Rodeo Salinas
Tuesday, June 15, THE JAZZ SINGER sponsored by Visions Graphic Design & The Doggie Gazette
Wednesday, June 16, SLEEPER sponsored by The Beach Crowd
Thursday, June 17, CASINO ROYALE sponsored by Forest Theater Guild
Tuesday, June 22, VICKY CHRISTINA BARCELONA sponsored by Inns-by-the-Sea
Wednesday, June 23, CITY SLICKERS sponsored by Blue Adobe Mortgage
Thursday, June 24, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES sponsored by Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
Tuesday, June 29, REVENGE OF THE PINK PANTHER sponsored by Carmel Kiwanis
Wednesday, June 30, MOONSTRUCK sponsored by Kelly Productions
Tuesday, July 6, GOLDFINGER sponsored by Pine Inn
Wednesday, July 7, OCEAN'S 11 sponsored by Friends-of-Film
Thursday, July 8, MEN IN BLACK sponsored by Bank of America Home Loans
Tuesday, July 13, THE PRESENT surf documentary sponsored by Liquid Surf Shop
Wednesday, July 14, BEETLEJUICE sponsored by The Beach Crowd
Thursday, July 15, SHAPED local premiere of a documentary by Walter Georis sponsored by Carmel Valley Art Center
Tuesday, July 20, HAROLD AND MAUDE sponsored by Holly's Noir Night
Wednesday, July 21, MAMMA MIA sponsored by Keller-Williams Realty
Thursday, July 22, SHREK sponsored by Pebble Beach Company
Tuesday, July 27, HOTEL FOR DOGS sponsored by Diggidy Dog and Carmel Drug Store
Wednesday, July 28, MICHAEL JACKSON'S "THIS IS IT" sponsored by Carmel Stamp & Coin Shop
Thursday, July 29, ARTHUR sponsored by J. Lohr Winery
Films begin at dusk, and no film is longer than 2 hours. The theater opens at 6:30pm if you care to picnic. Movies are subject to change without notice. Come early; a pillow is recommended for the hard bench, and dress warmly. The concession stand is open through intermission serving popcorn, desserts and beverages hot and cold. All profits benefit the Forest Theater Guild and The Michel Willey Youth Scholarship Fund. The Forest Theater is a non smoking facility, absolutely.
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Tour of Tor House and Hawk Tower
A visit to the extraordinary home of Robinson Jeffers, Carmel's most famous poet, is a very special experience. Open for docent-led tours throughout the year on Fridays and Saturdays. Tours are conducted hourly, with the first tour at 10am and the final tour at 3pm. Reservations should be made in advance by phone or email.
Requests by email must be received at least one week in advance and are only assured if you receive a confirming email. Please provide alternate dates and/or times if possible. thf@torhouse.org
Tour Tor House ... climb Hawk Tower, reminiscent of ancient Irish stone towers. Stroll through an English cottage garden rich in color, texture and fragrance. Experience the atmosphere that inspired some of America's finest poetry. Step back in time and follow the romance of Carmel's poet.
Docent-led tours of Tor House, Hawk Tower and the old-world gardens are conducted hourly every Friday and Saturday. The first tour begins at 10 a.m. and the final tour at 3 p.m. Each tour is limited to a maximum of six people. For safety reasons, children under 12 years of age are not allowed.
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First Fridays Art Walk in Oldtown
Held the First Friday of Each Month
Take a taste of Oldtown culture every month by strolling the First Fridays Art Walk. Experience art of all shapes, sizes and mediums, live entertainment and light refreshments throughout Oldtown. Organized by Artistas Unidos, First Fridays has become a fast nightlife favorite. For a First Fridays map and more information, visit the Artistas Unidos website.100 - 300 Blocks Main Street
Monterey & Salinas Streets
Chinatown
Railway Express ~ Train Station
Central Avenue
Independence Day BBQ at Gilroy Gardens
July 2 - 4
Come celebrate Independence Day with Gilroy Gardens! The Park will host a special all-you-can-eat Independence Day BBQ in the patriotically themed Events Plaza. BBQ meal tickets can be purchased online. A membership or admission ticket is required for entry into the park. Learn more
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Monterey State Historic Park is a collection of significant historic houses and buildings interspersed throughout Old Monterey. The inside of the Stevenson House, Larkin House, Cooper-Molera Adobe, and Casa Soberanes can ONLY be viewed with a State Park Guide. Guided Walking Tours begin at the Pacific House Museum in Custom House Plaza - a great way to start your discovery of Monterey.
Step into the past on the "Monterey Walking Path of History" and view the site where Spanish explorers first landed in Monterey in 1602. See one of the nation's last remaining whalebone sidewalks. Walk the same streets that famed author Robert Louis Stevenson walked in 1879. Explore this two-mile path and discover some of California's most historic homes, buildings and beautiful gardens along the way.
Gardens are open daily: May - Sept: 9am-5pm; Oct - April: 10am-4pm
Five Guided Tours, daily except Thursday:
Cooper-Molera Adobe, 525 Polk Street, 12 & 3pm
Casa Soberanes 336 Pacific Street, 11:30am & 3pm
Larkin House, 510 Calle Principal, 10am & 12pm
Stevenson House, 530 Houston Street Open 1:30-4pmSunday to Wednesday and 1-4pm Saturday, tours daily 2pm
Walking Tours of Old Monterey at 10:30am, beginning at the Pacific House Museum, Custom House Plaza, near Fisherman's Wharf.
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Come on down for free Friday night concerts
2010 Concert Season Line Up TWO FREE SHOWS EACH FRIDAY! 6:30pm and 8:30pm on the Beach Bandstand!
July 30
'70s rocker Eddie Money is celebrating nearly a quarter of a century as one of the hardest-working performers in rock 'n roll.
Money's hits in the '70s included "Baby Hold On" and "Two Tickets to Paradise," but it was his hit eight years later, "Take Me Home Tonight," that earned him a Platinum album.
July 30 EDDIE MONEY "Take Me Home Tonight"
Aug 6 A FLOCK OF SEAGULLS "I Ran (So Far Away)"
Aug 13 SPIN DOCTORS "Two Princes"
Aug 20 PAPA DOO RUN RUN "Santa Cruz" BEACH PARTY
Aug 27 STARSHIP starring MICKEY THOMAS "We Built This City"
Sept 3 THE TUBES featuring Fee Waybill "She's a Beauty"
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Commodore John Drake Sloat will return to Monterey for an excitingly commemorative event. Commodore John Drake Sloat, Commander of the American Naval forces in the Pacific, returns to Monterey to commemorate his initial landing in Monterey Harbor on July 7, 1846, which was 164 years ago. The Commodore's landing in Monterey is one of the most important events in American history and resulted in California and much of the West becoming part of the United States.
Since 1931, Monterey History and Art Association has commemorated this event annually for 79 years, except during World War II. This year's Sloat Landing Ceremony includes music provided by the Monterey Community Band, attendance of the Joint Service Color Guard and a Marine detail to raise the 28-star flag. Dignitaries will include senior leadership from the Defense Language Institute, Naval Postgraduate School, US Coast Guard and Monterey State Historic Parks. The Honorable Charles Della Sala, Mayor of Monterey will be attending. Captain Herschel Loomis, USN (Ret.), dressed in an 1800 period naval uniform as Commodore Sloat will read the original proclamation given at the Harbor of Monterey in 1846.
But how much do we really know of Commodore Sloat? John Drake Sloat was born in 1787 during the American Revolution. When John was 19 years old he received a Midshipman' commission in the Navy and went to sea. Following years at sea, which included being a party to a plan to assist Napoleon in escaping from the British, he rose to the rank of Captain and in 1845, at the age of 63, was assigned as Commander-in-Chief of the Pacific Squadron which brought him to the shores of Monterey. With his landing and the reading of the Proclamation and Order, Monterey passed without bloodshed into the hands of the United States. As history reports, later that day, July 7, 1846, over one hundred Marines, many of them with musical instruments, paraded down Calle Principal, then the main street, playing ‘Yankee Doodle Dandy.'
First Saturday Living History at San Juan Bautista State Historic Park
The first Saturday of the month until December, docents from the San Juan Bautista State Historic Park not only talk the talk when it comes to early California history, they dress the part and act the roles of mid-1800s mountain men, Civil War soldiers, Victorians and others. The park is transformed into an early Californ-i-a town, with antique tools, machinery and old-timey business like a (family-friendly) saloon.
Step back to the early days of San Juan. Meet mountain men, Civil War soldiers, Victorian ladies, and stage driver "Charlie" Parkhurst, who has a secret. Enjoy craft and cooking demonstrations. Enjoy an old-fashioned soda in the historic Plaza Hotel Saloon. See historic horse-drawn vehicles inside the Plaza Stables.
2nd Street and Washington, Hwy 156, 3 miles east of Hwy 101, 7 miles west of Hollister
Activities for kids in Marina and surrounding cities including soccer play and playdate with a purpose (kids volunteering in the community)
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Bring the family to Morgan Hill for a two-day celebration of the 4th. A family bike ride (the 1st annual!) and "Patriotic Sing" will take place on Saturday, July 3. Independence Day events kick off on Sunday with a 5K run and 1Mile Walk at P.A. Walsh School at 8 am. Pre-parade car cruise & entertainment begin in downtown Morgan Hill with the award winning historic parade begining at 11 am sharp. A car show and additional entertainment take place until the fireworks begin at dark.
Saturday, July 3
6pm Patriotic Sing, Britton Middle School Gym - Downtown Morgan Hill
7pm Annual Street Dance & Live Concert, Downtown Morgan Hill
Sunday, July 4
8am 1 mile children's run P.A. Walsh School
8:30am Freedom 5-K Run & 1 Mile Walk
8:30am Family Bike Ride Coyote Creek Trail, 30 Mile Ride
9am All other rides
10:45am Pre-Parade Car Cruise & Entertainment, Downtown Morgan Hill & along parade route
11am, Award Winning Historic 4th of July Parade Starts in Downtown Morgan Hill - immediately following Car Cruise
4:30pm, Pre-Fireworks Entertainment, Morgan Hill Community Park
Dark Fireworks start, Morgan Hill Community Park
Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Chapter 119 flew over 400 children in 2009, and has safely flown over 4500 kids since starting to hold Young Eagle Rallies in 1992. The program consists of an explanation of how airplanes fly and a flight of approximately 20 minutes around the Watsonville - Santa Cruz area. After the flight, each child receives a certificate commemorating the experience. Parents / Guardians are required to sign a registration form. The program is open to kids 8-17.
In 2010, the Young Eagles Flight Rallies will be held on the first Saturday of every month between May and November, with the events being held on the following days:
Saturday, May 1st
Saturday, June 5th
Saturday, July 3th
Saturday, August 7th
Saturday, September 11th (due to Watsonville Airshow)
Saturday, October 2rd
Saturday, November 6th
The program is open to kids 8-17. Participants will get a free, 20-minute flight along with a commemorative photo and certificate.
The rallies are held at the Watsonville Aviation Education Center (WAEC) between 10 am and 12:30 pm, weather permitting. Participants should expect to spend 1-2 hours at the airport during the event.
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Headquartered at the California State University Monterey Bay Campus, "Everyone's Harvest, Inc." hosts the Greenfield Certified Farmers Market. Visit us every Saturday beginning at 9:00 a.m. to buy freshly grown fruits and vegetables, hand made textiles, and enjoy Greenfield hospitality.
For more information regarding vendors, or market management, please contact Iris Peppard with Everyone's Harvest at (831) 384-6961. Vendor applications may be obtained by visiting "Everyone's Harvest" through your internet search portal.
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The Tea Party Patriots of Monterey County will be holding its 2nd annual Independence Day "Freedom Rally" and picnic on Saturday, July 3, 2010 from 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. in Monterey at Window On The Bay Park located on Del Monte Ave. between Camino Aguajito and Camino El Estero and across from Lake El Estero park.
Mark Carbonaro will be broadcasting the event live on 1460 AM. There will be music. Bring your family, lawn chairs, and let's picnic as well as rally!
Bring your posters, flags, cameras, family, friends and American spirit! TPP of MC will be grilling hot dogs and hamburgers...or you can bring your own picnic lunch.
If you would like to volunteer to help make this rally a success, contact: Robin at speak-up-america@sbcglobal.net.
We are a non-partisan grass roots organization comprised of a diverse group of individuals united by our shared core values. We believe in and support the U.S.Constitution and the Bill of Rights, Fiscal Responsibility, Limited Government, Free Markets,and Economic and Personal Freedom for all. We are a community committed to standing together, shoulder to shoulder, to promote our core values and to protect our country and the Constitution upon which we were founded!
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Beginning on Sunday, May 2nd, local farmers from Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Market will hold their 2nd Annual Del Monte Shopping Center Farmers Market sponsored by Del Monte Shopping Center and Whole Foods Market. It will be located in front of the Petco parking lot and open 8am to Noon every Sunday through October. Farmers and vendors will be selling fresh produce, farm fresh organic eggs, honey, fresh seafood, potted plants, seedlings, fresh cut flowers, baked goods, and specialty teas. The community is invited to come out and support our local Monterey farmers.
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4th of July Celebrations
July 4
Bop on over to Roaring Camp for a Sock Hop and 50's family 4th of July: Hula Hoop contests, games, live music and all-American barbecue. For information please call (831) 335-4484 or visit www.roaringcamp.com
Great Train Robberies - July 3-4
Witness shootouts of famed lawmen and notorious outlaws from the 1880s at Bear Mountain. Blazing reenactments demonstrate why the West was wild
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Bring the family to San Juan Bautista State Park on 2nd Street and enjoy a look at yesterday as costumed docents bring the past into the present. Meet the people of early California including miners, mountain men, Civil War soldiers and Victorian ladies. See craft and cooking demonstrations. Ride in a horse drawn wagon. Drink an old-fashioned soda or play cards in the salon.
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Monterey History & Art Association holds a free weekly tour of the beautiful Casa Serrano History Adobe. Docents are available to provide a short tour of the adobe to locals and visitors.
Casa Serrano is one of Monterey's oldest and most historic homes, constructed of adobe and redwood in 1843. It is furnished with antiques and local artwork, from the Spanish, Mexican and early American periods. Among its treasures is a piano that was shipped ‘around the Horn', a massive mahogany table that can seat 22, and a suite of horsehair settees.
The mission of the Monterey History and Art Association includes sharing the histories and the diverse legacies of people, stories, and places that continue to shape Monterey.
The Monterey History & Art Association has been a guiding force in Monterey's vital historic stewardship. The guarding of Monterey's precious community assets and the preservation and presentation of its historical heritage for future enjoyment has been made possible by citizens who care and give generously of their time and resources.
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Travel back in time and find out what life was like in the 1840s. At the historic Cooper-Molera Adobe you will meet a gardener, cook, rancher, soldier and more. Or, try your hand at bowling. Activities and fun for all ages. The entrance fee is $2 for adults, $1 for children 7 - 17, and children 6 and under are free. (831)649-7136.
Open: grounds and Cooper Store Mon-Sat 10am-4pm and Sun 1- 4pm; house tours Mon, Fri, Sat & Sun at 3pm, Wednesdays at 2:30pm.
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
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Join the Chamber of Commerce and celebrate the 4th with an old-fashioned, down-home BBQ in Caledonia Park. Great food, live entertainment by Firefly, and a chance to visit with your neighbors. Their will be complimentary games, bounce houses, free popcorn and snow cones for the kids.
Caledonia Park is located behind the Post Office on Central Avenue, Pacific Grove.
The Fourth of July fun starts with a parade at 12:00 pm beginning at Gonzales High School. Opening / Flag Raising ceremony will begin at approximately 12:30 at Central Park. Following the flag raising will be live entertainment, food vendors, arts & crafts booths and a Kid Area. The Kid Area costs $5 for an all day pass and has jump houses, carnival games and more.
This Independence Day celebration begins with a Farmers Market at the Marina Village Shopping Center from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Then join the fun from 4:30 pm to 7:45 pm at the Seacreast Plaza for live entertainment from the Sledge Grits Band, Lil Jordan, Dancing by Sirena, and the Peace Makers of Marina. For more information about this event please call 521-1089. Event details
In celebration of the city's 35th birthday, local businesses are hosting a street fair beginning at Marina Vista Shopping Center [10-3pm] and ending at Seacrest [4-9pm]. A sampling of the street fair includes: a farmer's market, community car show, belly dancers, a mariachi band and a chalk art contest. Performing local talents are The Sledge Grits Band, Sirena and Jennifer Filzen, Lil' Jordan and Rip Tide Cheerleading Group. Walk-In Passports are available for $3.50 - get free stuff and be entered in a raffle. The 9pm fireworks are a must-see.
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King City's 4th of July in the Park!
Celebrate the 4th of July the old-fashioned Way with the Monterey County Agricultural and Rural Life Museum at San Lorenzo Park for a day of fun and celebration. Dance to live music and enjoy the classic car show, Poker Walk, BBQ, food and beverage booths, vendors, as well as a classic horse shoe tournament, and a fantastic children's activities area. For more information on this event, please call 385-8020
The 4th of July in the Park & Car Show is a fun filled located in the beautiful scenic San Lorenzo Park. This show showcases beautiful classic cars ranging from the early 1900's to the 70's.
Every Tuesday Farmer's Market
Fresh Produce - Flowers - Fish - BBQ - Folk Art - Imports - Bookmobile - Entertainment - Council Connection. Rain or Shine
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Mommy&Me Yoga class every Tuesday at !!:30am-12:15pm in Marina, Ca. 1yr and up. Kids are Free.
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Barnyard Shopping Villages's Organic Farmers Market
(Rain or Shine)
The Barnyard partners with the Monterey Bay Certified Farmer's Market and offers over 25 local growers the opportunity to showcase their agricultural products such as organic honey, olives, fresh-cut flowers, vegetables, fruit and more. Over 90 percent of available produce offered during the weekly Farmers Market is organically grown.
Knitting, Crocheting and Spinning Club of Salinas
All skill levels and projects welcome. Yearly fees are $35 per person and cover cost of meeting location. Share knowledge, ideas and tips.
Join us for Jazz at the Plaza, Carmel Plaza's premier summer concert series. Enjoy live jazz, tastings from local Monterey County wineries, indulgent delicacies from our very own Bistro Beaujolais & interactive fashion shows every Friday evening, all summer long.
July 16 Roger Eddy / J. Lohr Vineyards
July 23 Scott Brown / Pierce Ranch Vineyards
July 30 Lisa Taylor / Scheid Vineyards
August 6 Derek Smith / Ventana Vineyards
August 20 Andrea's Fault / Parsonage Village Vineyard
August 27 Steve Ezzo / Carmel Road Winery
Sept. 3 Dennis Murphy / da Giovanni Winery
In partnership with the Monterey County Vintners & Growers Association and Steve Ezzo Entertainment, Carmel Plaza invites you to become part of a community tradition.
Wine & Food Package: $15 per person. Must be 21 years of age to consume.
831.624.1385
We appreciate your abstaining from consuming alcohol not provided by this event as our current permit and ability to continue this community event each week depends on your support and observance of this policy.
Antiques and Collectibles Show and Sale
Saint Mary's by the Sea Episcopal Church's 54th Annual Antiques Show and Sale featuring 28 dealers.
Collectibles and antiques from a select group of West Coast antiques dealers: fine silver, hollowware, flatware, jewelry, Bakelite fashion accessories, collectible books, fine art, glassware, vintage clothing, toys and small furniture. Home-cooked luncheon, $8, served daily from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The St. Mary's Thrift Shop open throughout the event.
Bring the family and get in motion! Run, skip, hop and jump to Del Monte Shopping Center to experience a fun-filled, hands-on Kids in Motion Day.
This free community event will feature an array of exciting activities for kids of all ages, including a Baby Animal Petting Zoo, Game Tables, Wheelie Mobilee, Cookie Decorating, Coloring Tables, Hula Lessons, Face Painting, Clifford the Big Red Dog, Story Time, Ducks in the Fountain Game, Prizes, and more!
Participating Del Monte Shopping Center merchants and other sponsors include Borders Express, California Pizza Kitchen, Coldstone Creamery, Islands Fine Burgers and Drinks, Petco, Thinker Toys and Whole Foods Market. MY Museum will provide the Wheelie Mobilee at the event.
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July 10: Viva Las Vegas stars Elvis Presley and Ann-Margret. Featuring 10 full song-and-dance scenes, this film is a lively romp just right for the summer.
The New Monterey Business Association presents Movies in the Park! Bring the whole family and enjoy a cinematic evening under the stars.
All Movies in the Park will be held outdoors and will begin after sunset, but you are welcome to come early and bring a picnic. The Bay View Elementary School PTA will be selling snacks onsite. Remember to dress warmly and bring blankets and/or chairs. Please do not bring pets or alcohol. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Admission is free, but because space is limited tickets must be obtained in advance from any participating shop along Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey (look for the Movies in the Park poster in the window).
Save the dates! Aug 14 & Sept 11
Aug 14: Turner and Hooch, which was filmed right here on the Monterey Peninsula stars Tom Hanks in a comic family movie about police investigator Scott Turner and his large and slobbery dog, Hooch, who work together to try to solve a 
mysterious murder.
Sept 11: Raiders of the Lost Ark, the classic blockbuster movie that remains one of the highest grossing movies of all time stars Harrison Ford as archeologist and adventurer Indiana Jones who is hired by the US government to find the Ark of the Covenant before the Nazis.
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California Condor Viewing Tour
$50/person (2nd Sunday of every month - must sign up through Salinas office in advance)
This two-hour tour will lead you down the coast, in your own vehicle, to view magnificent and endangered California condors. Our knowledgeable staff will use radio telemetry to track wild birds while taking in the beautiful Big Sur coast.
April 12, May 10, June 14, July 12, August 9, September 13, October 10, November 14...
Continues year round...
VWS Administrative Office, 19045 Portola Drive, Suite F1, Salinas, California
2ND MONDAY MONTHLY! Mom's Night Out is an opportunity for mothers of special needs children to meet other "Special Moms," share their experiences, and exchange information to help them navigate the challenges of raising a special needs child. Mom's Night Out is a non-hosted dinner event held on the second Monday of each month at a local restaurant. See "What's New & Upcoming?" on our Welcome page for a list of upcoming Mom's Night Out dates and locations.
For more information about Mom's Night Out, please contact us via email events@specialkidscrusade.org or via phone at 831-372-2730.
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Family to Family is a community based initiative established to build support for children and families in the foster care system. In Monterey County there are close to 400 children in care due to abuse or neglect, and there aren't enough families to provide for them. You can make a difference in the life of a child by becoming a foster parent, family support, or respite care provider.
If you would like to learn more about how you can help please attend one of our monthly orientations.
Salinas Orientations are on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm. Please join us at the Quadrangle Building at 1000 S. Main St., Suite 112, Salinas.
Monterey Peninsula Orientations are on the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 6:30 pm at the Family Service Center, 1178 Broadway Ave., Seaside.
South County Orientations are on the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 6:30 pm at Eden Valley Medical Center, 612 Main St., Soledad.
Be sure to attend before our next TEAM Foster Parent Training on January 14th.
For more information, visit www.f2fmc.org or contact Family to Family Community Liaison, Olivia Weatherbee at 394-4622, ext. 13, or via e-mail at oweatherbee@chservices.org.
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Twilight Bicycle Ride at Mazda Laguna Seca
After more than 1,000 people turned out for a successful run last year inviting bicyclists to test the world-famous 11-turn, 2.24-mile, 300-foot elevation changes of Laguna Seca's racetrack, they had to bring it back. Clever idea, really: Each month the track will be opened to pedal-pushers around twilight (rain cancels, however) for their own version of zoom-zoom, sometimes in conjunction with events like Sea Otter Classic in April, American Le Mans in May, MotoGP in July and Historics in August. Bikes and lights can be rented from Light & Motion on-site, portions of admission go to charity, but the exhilaration is all yours.
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This summer the Salinas Public Library is offering a unique writing workshop. This free workshop is open to writers at every level, from complete beginners to those with a full draft of a novel. This workshop will run for 4 consecutive Wednesday evenings and will be taught by retired covert agent and writer David Spiselman. Come learn a spy's tricks for constructing a believable story, creating back-story for your characters, unrolling a gripping plot, and more!
To register for the workshop please email David Spiselman at dskane@swiftshadow.com or call the John Steinbeck Reference Desk at: (831) 758-7311
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The 100th Annual California Rodeo Salinas is a truly unique event with this year's show featuring the Toyota Tundra Instant Replay Screen bringing action from the chutes and arena closer to your seats, the crowd-favorite Freestyle Bullfights and professional cowboys and cowgirls riding broncs, roping steers, turning barrels and more. The midway features several booths and areas to entertain everyone from Kids in the Kids Corral to Teens in the Teen Lounge and adults who want to socialize in the Bull X-ing Tent or Jack Daniel's Saloon.
Saddle Bronc Riding ~ Bareback Riding ~ Bull Riding ~ Tie-Down Roping ~ Steer Wrestling ~ Team Roping ~ Barrel Racing ~ Bull Fighting
Tickets for the California Rodeo Salinas are affordable with Children 12 and under starting at $7 and adult ticket prices ranging from $12 to $19; please call regarding box seat availability.
2010 California Rodeo Schedule of Events
Wednesday July 14
7pm Professional Bull Riding, Gates open at 5pm
7pm Miss CA Rodeo- Personality and Appearance
(Sherwood Hall): Open to public
Thursday July 15
8:30am Miss CA Rodeo Horsemanship: Open to public
11:30am Hall of Fame Induction Lunch, Director's Patio, 30
3pm Mini Parade E. Alisal St.
4pm Gates Open & Teen Lounge Opens
5pm Kids Corral Opens
6pm Grand Entry and Rodeo
Friday July 16
3pm Mini Parade- North Main St.
3pm Heritage Museum Opens
4pm Gates and Teen Lounge Open
5pm Kids Corral Opens
4:30pm Stick Horse Race (Rodeo Track)
6pm Grand Entry and Rodeo
Saturday July 17
10am Gates Open
10am Heritage Museum Opens
10:30am Teen Lounge Opens
11:30am Kids Corral Opens
11:30am Horse Parade (Downtown)
1:15pm Special Buckaroos Rodeo (Rodeo Track)
Grand Entry and Rodeo
6:00pm Centennial Rodeo Music Stampede, Salinas Municipal Stadium
Sunday July 18
10am Gates Open
10am Heritage Museum Opens
10:30am Cowboy Church Services
11:30am Kids Corral and Teen Lounge Open
11:30am Horse Parade (Downtown)
1:15pm Grand Entry and Rodeo
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Are you a famous inventor? Monterey County youth (Preschool - 17 years of age) are urged to enter the Fair this year in the Junior Home Arts Department, Home to Chippie de Munk's Great Inventions Program and participate in the feature division, division 302, under "Chippie's Great Inventions."
These classes are tied to the very creative inventions described in the Chippie de Munk: The Great Inventor book, as well as additional divisions that involve robotics, creatures and models; rocketry and aeronautics, science fair projects, Grandpa Gopher's Marshmallow Shooter, Story Book Place Settings, Chippie de Munk's Flying Machine Contest with a Glider Competition during Fair, and more!
Five of the entry classes include:
Class 1: Dude Beagle's Nut Cracker - Build a Working Nut Cracker
Class 2: Grandpa Gopher's Marshmallow Shooter - Build a working Marshmallow Shooter. Kit will be provided to entrant. Competition to be held during the Fair.
Class 3: Terry Pin the Turtle's Wind Generator - Build a working wind Wind Generator
Class 4: Brother Jack Rabbit's Ready to Launch Rocket - Build a working rocket. Rocket Launch will be held during the Fair.
Class 5: Chippie De Munk's Flying Machine Contest - Build a working paper airplane/glider. Kit to be provided to entrant. Glider competition will be held during the Fair.
For additional information please visit www.montereycountyfair.com or call the Fair at (831) 372-5863.
The 24th Annual Street Festival and Car Show
Enjoy a day in the sun in historic downtown Hollister!
* FREE Admission and watermelon
* Live music from Sound On, Fender Benderz, Bornia Boys, Red House, and Donald Elvis and the Hound Dogs
* Car Show
* Live performances and demonstrations
* Kids Zone
* Specialty vehicle displays
* Pedal car and model displays and custom hot wheels diorama
* New cars from Tiffany Ford and Greenwood Chevrolet
Grab the kiddos (or lil' buckaroos), slip on your boots and come on down to the National Steinbeck Center for family friendly Honkey Tonk Night. Dance in the museum rotunda to the Sons of Bakersfield playing "The Bakersfield Sound," a genre of country music developed in the mid-to late 1950's in and around Bakersfield, California. Also on view is the California Rodeo Exhibit: Cowboy Culture.
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All ages are welcome. Potluck snacks. Donations welcome. Proceeds to the PG Art Center. Call Vic Selby at 831-375-6141
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Splash into summer a Special Kids Crusade's Summer Splash. Bring your swimsuits and towels because SKC has reserved the entire Pattullo Swim Center for children with disabilities and their families. This event is FREE. Food & drinks will be provided. A parent or guardian must remain onsite at all times. Children who are not water-safe must be accomanies in the pool by an adults. A water slide will be available and lifeguards on duty.
Reservations required. Call Corinne at (831) 277-1565
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Family to Family is a community based initiative established to build support for children and families in the foster care system. In Monterey County there are close to 400 children in care due to abuse or neglect, and there aren't enough families to provide for them. You can make a difference in the life of a child by becoming a foster parent, family support, or respite care provider.
If you would like to learn more about how you can help please attend one of our monthly orientations.
Monterey Peninsula Orientations are on the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 6:30 pm at the Family Service Center, 1178 Broadway Ave., Seaside.
South County Orientations are on the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 6:30 pm at Eden Valley Medical Center, 612 Main St., Soledad.
Salinas Orientations are on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm. Please join us at the Quadrangle Building at 1000 S. Main St., Suite 112, Salinas.
Be sure to attend before our next TEAM Foster Parent Training on January 14th.
For more information, visit www.f2fmc.org or contact Family to Family Community Liaison, Olivia Weatherbee at 394-4622, ext. 13, or via e-mail at oweatherbee@chservices.org.
Salinas Public Library is mixing creativity and technology! This summer teens are going crazy with iPads, Apple computers and digital camcorders. There are THREE Digital Art Contests with $100 cash prizes and many workshops for digital photography, comic creation and filmmaking. There are loads of hands-on technology workshops happening for teens running now through August 12. These workshops are actually designed to help teens create prize winning digital art! Topics covered include digital photo stylizing, digital comic creation and digital video editing. Due to the hands-on nature of these workshops space is LIMITED>>>> Must go online and register / various dates and times!!! Sign-up online by visiting website .... Deadline to submit entries August 15th ..... Winners will be showcased at 2 p.m. on Saturdays, Aug. 21 and 28, at Cesar Chavez and John Steinbeck libraries, respectively.
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Monthly Carmel Beach Cleanup, Join Carmel residents to help cleanup Carmel Beach!
The Carmel Residents Association sponsors a monthly volunteer cleanup and gardening program, which has contributed significantly to maintaining Carmel beach and the beach walkway. Volunteers wear colorful safety vests that were funded by Carmel Plaza. Volunteers meet at the foot of Ocean Avenue at 10am on the fourth Saturday of each month. Participants should bring their own gloves. Coffee and pastries are donated by local businesses.
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Enjoy an evening downtown watching blockbuster movies projected on a giant big screen! Popcorn, pizza, and other refreshments will be available. Movies begin 1/2 hour after dusk so be sure to come early, reserve your space and then browse downtown shops and restaurants until show time!
Shrek 2 JULY 22
After massive green ogre Shrek and his new bride, Princess Fiona, return from their honeymoon, they receive an invitation to visit Fiona's parents, King Harold and Queen Lillian, who are the monarchs of The Land Far, Far Away. However, the king and queen are more than a bit alarmed to discover their new son-in-law is a monster the color of algae, and that their daughter's little problem with a magical spell gone wrong has turned into a full-time skin condition. Certain this isn't the sort of "happily ever after" they dreamed of for their daughter, King Harold decides to take Shrek out of the picture and return Fiona to her former beauty with the help of Prince Charming, the Fairy Godmother, and ogre-slaying feline Puss in Boots.
Over The Hedge JULY 29
Despite Verne the Turtle's initial hesitance to breach the formidable foliage that has appeared on his doorstep since last fall, the arrival of fearless raccoon RJ and revelation that their new human neighbors throw out enough food in one day to feed a whole forest lead the gang to consider taking the plunge and exploring the snack-filled suburbs. As Verne and RJ learn to work together in taking on their strange new surroundings, Stella the Skunk, Hammy the Squirrel, Heather the Opossum, and Heather's father, Ozzie, join in on the fun by scavenging for Girl Scout cookies and attempting to scuttle past the pesky new suburbanites undetected.
Rules & Guidelines
For the enjoyment and safety of everyone, the following rules and guidelines will be strictly enforced:
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The festival caters to the future generation of garlic lovers with an interactive children's area. The Gilroy Garlic Festival is a celebration of food, fun and family. It is the Garlic Festival's policy to provide a safe, family-friendly atmosphere for all Festival patrons and volunteers. Therefore, the Garlic Festival refuses entry or admission to anyone wearing clothing or paraphernalia indicating or signifying membership in a gang, including a motorcycle club.
Fabio To Host Garlic Showdown
Fabio Vivani, the dynamic star of Bravo Television Network's "Top Chef" series, will host the Gilroy Garlic Festival Garlic Showdown on July 26, Festival officials announced today.
The Garlic Showdown, presented by Raley's and Nob Hill Foods, will match four prominent Bay Area cooking professionals in an Iron Chef competition on the Festival's cook-off stage. The contestants will be given a "secret ingredient" and will have two hours to prepare, plate and serve their creations to a select panel of judges.
The acquisition of Fabio as Garlic Showdown host is regarded as a strong boost to the event, according to Garlic Festival recipe chairman Dennis Harrigan. A native of Florence, Italy, Fabio currently specializes in molecular cuisine, using cutting-edge technology in the preparation of food. Fabio said his specialty is "northern Italian comfort-style foods".
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A walking tour of Pacific Grove's finest art venues. The event is complimentary and open to the public. Art Walk maps will be available at any of the participating locations and at the Chamber. The hours are from 6:00-9:00 pm. More info: 831-373-3304 or www.pacificgrove.org.
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Friday, July 23 - Official Feast of Lanterns
Official Feast of Lanterns Opening Ceremony
Join the Royal Court for the 2009 Feast of Lantern official Opening Ceremony. Winners of the business and residential window decorating contests will be announced. Refreshments will be served; 1 pm at the Elmarie Dyke Open Space next to Chautauqua Hall. Free.
Saturday, July 24 - Family Fun Day
at the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History
Join the Royal Court for Family Fun Day at the Museum. There will be lots of activities for the entire family, including the traditional Chalk Fest. 11 am to 3 pm. Free.
Friday, July 30 - Pet Parade
Come one, come all - join the Royal Court as they lead the young and young-at-heart and their pets in a march down Lighthouse Avenue. Costumes from around the world encouraged. Parade participants gather in Caledonia Park at 2 pm. Parade starts at 2:30 pm. Free.
Friday, July 30 - Sock Hop
Join the Royal Court to dance, dance, dance! Learn dances from around the world. Dance with the Royal Court. The party starts at 6 pm, at Chautauqua Hall. (Tickets will be available.)
Saturday, July 31 - Pageant Day at P.G. Performing Arts Center
Children's activities start at 11 am; Feast of Foods at noon; Flag Ceremony followed by entertainment; sponsors walk, introduction of the Royal Court and the pantomime of the Legend of the Blue Willow with entertainment representing people from around the world begins at 7 pm.
The Steinbeck Center Kid's Club continues to gain popularity by offering affordable, innovative and educational programs that really excite children.
Searching for an affordable, innovative education program that will excite your child about learning? Look no further than the National Steinbeck Center! Students will engage with great teaching artists who will introduce children 12 and under to art, culture and great literature.
Students will:
Classes will be offered every Saturday morning from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Each class is only $5.00 per student, special discounts for Kids Club Members.
The Kids Club Membership ($75per year) is a great deal.
Kids Club members will receive half-price on the first 20 classes, and will be given priority enrollment to ensure them access to the most popular classes. Learn more, checkout the rest of the benefits for Kids Club Member online ...
Upcoming Kids Club Classes:
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Saturday, July 24 - Sneak preview of Monterey County Fair activities
Saturday, July 31 - Leather painting
Face painting for all attendees both dates.
August - Beach Party
The National Steinbeck Center is bringing the beach into the valley. Join us for a month long beach party with volleyball, sandcastles and sand art. Face painting for all attendees.
First Annual Local Authors Live! Book Festival
Please join us for a day of poetry readings, book sales and raffle prizes, hosted by KSBW's, Dan Green! Meet & mingle with more than 40 local authors and visit with May Waldroup, the former owner of the Barnyard and Thunderbird Bookshop. Along with wine and food tasting there will be musical performances by Sidesaddle & Co and the Bay Belles. This event benefits local libraries.
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July 24th - 1:30PM Organic Gardening Clinic - Come see what organic gardening is all about and how easy it is. FREE RSVP Morgan 831-455-1876
July 31 - 1:30PM - Gardening for Bees, Birds & Butterflies - Learn how to attract birds, bees and butterflies into your garden! FREE RSVP Morgan 831-455-1876
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The Monterey County Fair is teaming up with Electronic Recyclers to Offer Residents a Convenient, Local Drop-Off Location for "e-waste".
The collection will provide residents with an opportunity to safely unload their old computers, television sets, monitors and other out-dated, unusable or unwanted electronic items for proper recycling. The public should enter through Gate 8 on Fairgrounds Road to conveniently drop off their items.
It is illegal to simply throw an old television or computer monitor in the trash in the state of California. Electronic items have toxic elements like lead and mercury in them that are environmentally hazardous when they are dumped into landfills. By law, such products must now be recycled properly and in ways that won't harm the environment.
The electronics collected will then be trucked away and recycled by Fresno-based Electronic Recyclers, the largest recycler of electronic waste in California and the Fair's partner for this event.
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40th Annual Moss Landing Antique Street Fair ... You'll have to be an early bird to get all the goodies. Moss Landing becomes the antique capital of the world every year on the last Sunday in July. This year will be bigger and better than ever! Celebrating its 40th anniversary, over 200 antique vendors will set up booths on the streets of Moss Landing, selling antique furniture and every kind of vintage item imaginable.
Antiques, Food and More ...
Festivities at the Moss Landing Antique Street Fair begin at 7am with a gigantic pancake breakfast, giving early risers the chance to fuel up for a long day of antiquing. Starting at 8am, thousands of shoppers scout a treasure trove of antiques that line the roads of Moss Landing. Food vendors offer local specialties such as artichokes, a fish fry, and strawberries, plus old favorites like hot dogs and burritos for the hungry antiquer.
Antiques Appraisals and Education...
During the 2010 event, Steve Yvaska will be doing FREE antique appraisals from 10:30am-1:30pm (limit one antique per person) at the Chamber parking lot.
At 2:30pm. learn even more about antiques at the seminar "The Six Factors That Determine The Value of Antiques and Collectibles" in the Chamber of Commerce building.
It is a charitable event for the community and the Chamber of Commerce.
Parking is free. Please, no dogs.
For more information call 831-633-4501
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Surfrider Beach Cleanups in Monterey County
Monterey Surfrider conducts regular beach cleanups along the Peninsula from Andrew Molera to Moss Landing, and ask for the public to volunteer on the various days.
Holy Cow! It's time for another rockin' Beach CleanUp!
This month's CleanUp will be more fun than ever. The Portola Hotel and Spa is partnering with Surfrider Monterey to celebrate Earth Month. The Portola has a keen commitment to Green! After the CleanUp... it's party, party, party at Peter B's at the Portola where every BCU volunteer will be treated to hors d'oeuvres, a round of drinks and a free Mug Club membership ($50 value). T-Shirts for all volunteers...all that AND the "feel good" of picking up for Mother Ocean.
The schedule:
March 28 at Del Monte Beach at Wharf 2,
April 25 at Asilomar Beach,
May 23 at Mointerey State Beach (south of the Beach Resort Hotel),
July 5 at Del Monte downtown (to round up spent fireworks, if the county allows them), July 25 at Andrew Molera,
Aug. 22 at San Carlos,
Sept. 26 at Marina State Beach (Reservation Road),
Oct. 24 at Moss Landing (Jetty Road)
Nov. 28 at Carmel Beach (off the aptly named Ocean)
In exchange for time, volunteers will receive free passes to the Fair! Volunteers must be at least 16 years old-High School volunteers who meet the age requirement can earn community service credits for their work. From July 26th to September 12th, there are a variety of shifts and duties available to choose from to fit everyone's interest. Volunteer duties include working with the exhibit entries, setting up buildings and monitoring exhibits set up during the Fair and taking them down afterwards.
"Our wonderful volunteers can make the Fair a fun and safe place by helping receive exhibits, record judging placements, distribute ribbons and answer questions from Fairgoers," said CEO/Manager Kelly Violini. "The volunteer work is busy and challenging, but the volunteers truly help make the Fair run smoothly and we couldn't make it a success without them. Many volunteers return year after year and we're always delighted to have them participate in this important community event!"
More than 70,000 people attended last year's Monterey County Fair and enjoyed a wide variety of food, fun and entertainment. The theme of this year's Fair is "The Fair is in the Air!" and it's true, now is the time to begin to sign up to volunteer for the 2010 Monterey County Fair. For more information on becoming a Monterey County Fair volunteer or to learn about the exciting lineup of events, please visit the website at www.montereycountyfair.com. Tickets to the Fair are available at the Fair Administrative office, or may be purchased online.
The Monterey County Fairgrounds is a premiere event center set on 22 oak-studded acres with ample parking. It is home of the annual Monterey County Fair, host to many major and private events on the Central Coast, and the site of the Monterey Bay Race Place, a Satellite Wagering Facility. The Monterey County Fair is the 7th District Agricultural Association of the State of California.
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Come and learn dance and cheer routines. The camp is for boys and girls up to age 16 and attendees will learn dance and cheer routines. Admission includes breakfast, lunch, beverages and a free dance tee shirt. The camp is held from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Instructor: Savannah Vershay/ For additional information please contact us at 831-775-4739 or paula@steinbeck.org
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Five mornings of fun and daily discovery of God's great love for us.
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Art After Hours occurs on the third Thursday of every month from 5-7 pm. Admission is free.
Sponsored by Hayashi & Wayland
Catered by the Wild Plum Cafe 7 Bakery
Official Winery by Joullian
The Museum's important collection of early California paintings and works on paper celebrates the Monterey Peninsula's legacy as an influential art colony. Created from the mid-19th century to the 1940s, the notable holdings include the work of Charles Rollo Peters, E. Charlton Fortune, Gottardo Piazzoni, and Francis McComas, among others. Important gifts from the Ritschel Memorial Trust and the Mr. and Mrs. Justin Dart have solidified the Museum's standing as the major repository of the works of William F. Ritschel and Armin Hansen - two of the figures who defined California landscape painting.
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"Twelve Months of Invasions" Movie Nights at Peace Resource Center
The Peace Resource Center gets ready for "Twelve Months of Invasions" as it kicks off a new-themed new year of its "Out on the Town" movie nights. Every fourth Tuesday, the Center will show a film about a different war in which the United States has been involved.
Jan. 26 "Mutiny," about the War of 1812
Feb. 23 1776
March 23 something on the Mexican-American War
April 27 Little Big Man
May 25 Glory
June 22 something on the Spanish-American War
July 27 All's Quiet on the Western Front
Aug. 24 Europa Europa
Sept. 28 M.A.S.H.
Oct. 26 Full Metal Jacket
Nov. 23Three Kings
Dec. 28 Avatar
The Center is also encouraging guests to bring cushions, as the audience will, if so inclined, be peacefully perched upon pillows while munching on popcorn. (For those who would rather not sit on the floor, chairs are also available.) The event should provide an invigorating mixture of gravity, lightness, and community-building.
Family to Family is a community based initiative established to build support for children and families in the foster care system. In Monterey County there are close to 400 children in care due to abuse or neglect, and there aren't enough families to provide for them. You can make a difference in the life of a child by becoming a foster parent, family support, or respite care provider.
If you would like to learn more about how you can help please attend one of our monthly orientations.
Salinas Orientations are on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm. Please join us at the Quadrangle Building at 1000 S. Main St., Suite 112, Salinas.
Monterey Peninsula Orientations are on the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 6:30 pm at the Family Service Center, 1178 Broadway Ave., Seaside.
South County Orientations are on the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 6:30 pm at Eden Valley Medical Center, 612 Main St., Soledad.
Be sure to attend before our next TEAM Foster Parent Training on January 14th.
For more information, visit www.f2fmc.org or contact Family to Family Community Liaison, Olivia Weatherbee at 394-4622, ext. 13, or via e-mail at oweatherbee@chservices.org.
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Are your kids 'WILD' about animals? If so -- and if you're searching for activities for you and your wee ones to do together -- then join Julie Engelhardt on Wednesday, July 28 at 11:00 am at Mars Hill Coffeehouse, located at 610 San Benito Street, for a frolicking good time of fun, music, and storytelling. Children and parents are welcome to dress as their favorite animal or to bring along their favorite stuffed animal (sorry no real pets / animals allowed!) This presentation is free and all family members are welcome. The program will begin promptly at 11:00 am. so make plans to arrive early for the best seats.
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The 15th Annual Monterey Bay Reggaefest 2010 is a 3-day celebration. The Monterey Bay Reggaefest is more than an event, it is a cultural celebration and is received by many groups of people from all walks of life.
Known as one of the best reggae festivals in Northern California, the event offers activities and enjoyment for the entire family. Look forward to over twenty-five performances, a D.J. party, full bars (21+) in the Turf Club and Beer Garden, a play area for children of all ages. Have the kids enjoy the play area for free with: jump houses, face painting and many more fun activities for all ages. Enjoy the annual 3 on 3 Basketball Tourney.
New this Year
Girls 3 on 3 basketball tournament.
Bounce Houses are back and we now have a GIANT slide for the kids play area and much more.
VIP Meet and Greet with Artists and Celebrities in the Turf Club.
On Sunday... Cultural Dancers. (Check back for more details.)
After Parties on location in the Turf Club, and at Planet Gemin ... Friday, Saturday and Sunday ***Special guest appearance! *** (Stay tuned for more info)
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All aboard for Thomas and Friends! Thomas the Tank Engine(TM) rolls into Roaring Camp Railroads in Felton, Santa Cruz County, on July 30, 31 and August 1, 6, 7, 8.
This fun-filled family event offers aspiring engineers and their families the opportunity to ride with Thomas the Tank Engine(TM), meet Sir Topham Hatt(TM), and take part in a variety of interactive activities. Themed entertainment includes Thomas and Friends(TM) storytelling, puppet shows, bounce houses, train exhibits, an Imagination Station(TM) with face painting, temporary tattoos, and more.
The 25-minute Thomas The Tank Engine(TM) train excursion travels along the scenic San Lorenzo Valley River Gorge and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. Trains depart from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily.
This event is expected to sell out so advance ticket purchase is recommended. Call TicketWeb at 1-866-468-3399 or log on to www.roaringcamp.com.
Tickets $14- $18
Parking at Roaring Camp is $8 per car.
Saturday, July 31 ~ 12 noon - 11 pm and Sunday, August 1 ~ 1 pm - 9 pm
The Gonzales Summer Fest (Gonzales Summer-Time Festival) began in 2009 in Gonzales, CA. The festival raises funds to support Gonzales High-School. The festival is a 2-day event packed with all kinds of exciting things to do and see! From car shows and great music to fabulous food and a kids playland, the Gonzales Summer Fest has something for everyone! For ticket prices and additional festival information, visit www.gonzalessummerfest.com.
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Children's Christmas Fund Benefit Sale
Household goods, antiques, tools, arts and crafts, motorcycle parts, and more.
Come on out, find useful items for your home and help support the American Legion's
good works!
Barbecue dinners to go available and provided by Sons of the Legion.
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Activities will include demos by the Monterey County Search and Rescue Dogs, Curtis Sells Martial Arts, hula hoop contests, representatives from local universities and the armed forces, giveaways, and more! Free kids haircuts and activities for kids of all ages!
BBQ plates will be sold for $8 each.
Guests are encouraged to bring a donation of school supplies for our donation drive!
We hope to see you there!
Our generous sponsors include: Smokey Keys, SDI, Bay Property Management, Star Market, Jerry Cailotto from Farmers Insurance Group, Monterey County DSES, and KUSP 88.9! We appreciate your support!
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The "Sweet 16" Annual Watsonville Strawberry Festival at Monterey Bay is in downtown Watsonville. The festival offers activities and contests for all ages,family-friendly atmosphere,arts and crafts and a variety of entertainment including:
Saturday, July 31, 10am - 7pm
10:00am - 11:00am ALMOST CHAOS
11:00am - 12:00 noon LONGDISTANCE FLYERS, Classic Country you can dance to.
12:00 noon Strawberry Pie Eating Contest
12:30pm - 1:30pm MARIACHI CALIFORNIA DE JAVIER VARGAS, Traditional Mariachi music
1:30pm Strawberry Pie Eating Contest
2:00pm - 2:45pm THE NO RESPECT BAND, Classic Rock and Roll, Country Jazz Standards and Latin
2:45pm Strawberry Pie Eating Contest
3:15pm - 4:30pm CARAVANSERA, Performing the legendary music of Santana
4:30pm Strawberry Pie Eating Contest
5:00pm - 5:45pm THE PAT MCCORMACK GROUP, An allstar reunion
5:45pm - 7:00pm KURTH & TAYLOR, Let's get the band back together again!
Sunday, August 1, 10am - 6:30pm
10:00am - 11:00am THE SLEDGE GRITS BAND, Funky Blues-infused Rock & Soul
11:00am - 11:30am JASMINE MEJIA, Singing the biggest Mariachi hits
11:30am - 12pm DIANA LEON Y LA DIFERENCIA DE MEXICO, Celebrating the release of her new album "Tiburon"
12:00 noon Strawberry Pie Eating Contest
12:30pm - 1:30pm BANDA LA PATRONA DE SAN JUAN
Traditional Banda Music
1:30pm Strawberry Pie Eating Contest
2:00pm - 3:00pm BANDA ORO VERDE, Performing only the best traditional Banda music
3:00pm Strawberry Packing Contest
3:45pm - 4:45pm VOCES DEL RANCHO
Singing all of their Latin Billboard hits like Micaela, Tamarindo, etc.
5:00pm Strawberry Pie Eating Contest
5:30pm - 6:30pm LOS MORROS DEL NORTE, Regional Mexican Music
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