Monterey Bay, Salinas Valley
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Featured Events:Learn about Foster ParentingLearn about becoming a foster parent The 2nd Tues of every month at 6:30pm Location: Quadrangle Building, 1000 S. Main St., Suite 112, Salinas 
MapFamily 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.
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.
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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World of Fishes opening reception
Dave Greenfield with lecture on fish.
Special Exhibit Hall: The World of Fishes January 30 - April 24
Internationally renowned ichthyologists Dave Greenfield and Greg Caillet present the world of fishes to the public.
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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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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
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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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.
ARIEL is pleased to present The Fabulous Fable Factory a musical telling of some of Aesop's most memorable fables. Monique wanders into a seemingly abandoned factory and accidentally trips a lever which activates the factory "machinery," an assembly line of actors who create fabulous fables. The factory owner, a Mr. Aloysius A. Aesop and the factory proceed to enact stories which become official fables when Monique herself surprises everyone by supplying the morals. Mr. Aesop and the others are ecstatic over their new-found "Moral Maker." Packed with timeless fables and charming songs.
February 19, 20, 26, 27, March 5 and 6
Fridays at 7:00 PM; Saturdays at 2:00 and 7:00 PM
$10 Adults, $8 Seniors, $6 children 3-12, (under 3 is free)
For tickets please call ARIEL at (831) 775-0976 or visit www.ticketguys.com
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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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Art in the Alvarado Gallery. "Celebrating Monterey" featuring the Independent Photographers group.
January 29 - March 29, 2010 ~ Opening Reception January 29, 5:30-7pm
Founded by Al Weber and Cole Weston in 1996, the Independent Photographers is a group of talented peninsula photographers who gather monthly to show their art, discuss technique and debate virtues of equipment. Upon opening a new decade, IP is ‘Celebrating Monterey' with twenty-five of their members displaying images of the people, places and spirit of Monterey County. The visions are diverse but are united by love of their home and devotion to their craft.
Bixby Bridge by Chester Ng
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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.
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!
Barnyard Shopping Village's Organic Farmers Market
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.
Every Tuesday Farmer's Market
Fresh Produce - Flowers - Fish - BBQ - Folk Art - Imports - Bookmobile - Entertainment - Council Connection. Rain or Shine
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First rehearsal is March 3 from 6:15 to 6:45 at the Monterey High Band Room.
The Honors Orchestra is accepting jazz instruments for the Spring concert on May 2. There is a $50 deposit to secure the audition and $100 tuition that goes toward participating in the rehearsals and concert.
For more information, please call 645-1124 or visit www.montereysymphony.org.
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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.
Storytime!
Please note that Baby/Toddler and Preschool storytime will begin on Wednesday Jan.6th. For the preschoolers on Thursdays, we will be featuring a journey through the alphabet! Here is the schedule for January:
Thursday Jan 7th - the letter A
Thursday Jan 14th - the letter B
Thursday Jan 21 - the letter C
Thursday Jan 28 - the letter D
*Please join in and bring in anything each week that relates to the letter of the week - an apple, stuffed bear, toy cat, etc!
We also have special guests through the year.
Baby and Toddler Storytime: Wednesdays, 11am
You and your baby or toddler will hear short stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays and rhymes, and have fun! After we gather at the craft tables to color and socialize! For children under 3 years old.
Preschool Storytime: Thursdays, 11am
This storytime is especially geared for ages 3 - 5 years. We will read slightly longer stories, learn rhymes, and have fun! After we will gather at the craft tables to color, and sometimes for a special treat we will have a special sticker craft! For children 3 - 5 years old.
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Once the capitol of Mexican California, Old Monterey was the center of fiestas and balls, the glamour of dashing Spanish horsemen and the throb of guitars played by romantic suitors. It was also a town of intrigue, murder, swindles and shipwrecks.
Epic lives full of lost treasures, found romance, and amazing adventures. Visit the sites of the ghost in the garden, ancient burial grounds, hidden treasure, hauntings, hangings and frequent ghostly sightings.
This 90 minute trolley tour, led by longtime residents and local historians, will bring you into a Monterey that few alive today have seen.
Ghost Tour of Old Monterey Tour
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday night tours
8:00 pm (tour lasts 90 min.)
Meet at the fountain in front of the Portola Plaza Hotel, Monterey
(831) 624-1700 ~ www.toursmonterey.com
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.
DISNEY'S JUNGLE BOOK KIDS
Directed by Maryann Rousseau
Vocal Direction by Michael Blackburn
Choreography by Maryann Rousseau
Presented by PacRep's School of Dramatic Arts (SoDA), director Maryann Rousseau will fill the stage with over 50 "stars of tomorrow" and the jungle will be jumpin' with jazz in this exciting Disney classic! Join Mowgli, Baloo, King Louie and the gang as they swing their way through madcap adventures and thwart the ferocious tiger, Shere Khan. "Specially adapted from the beloved film, this musical includes all your favorite Disney tunes, like The Bare Necessities, and I Wan'na Be Like You. With colorful characters and that toe-tapping jungle rhythm, The Jungle Book - Kids is sure to be a crowd-pleaser for audiences of all ages.
PacRep's SoDA Program is proud to present over 50 "stars of tomorrow" from through-out Monterey County, working alongside professional directors, choreographers and actors.
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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
Dixieland Monterey Festival
Since 1980, the Dixieland Monterey festival has been a wall-to-wall weekend of traditional jazz and swing. Nine performance stages operate simultaneously for three days, offering big band swing, traditional jazz, Gypsy jazz, Cowboy jazz, barbershop quartets, ragtime and more for the true jazz connoisseur.
Performers at 2010's Dixieland Monterey Festival include:
Big Band Swing Party
Dance to a live sixteen-piece orchestra at the Big Band Swing party on Thursday, March 5. The party goes from 7:30 to 11pm at the DeAnza Ballroom at the Portola Hotel and Spa, where the ClickTrax Jazz Orchestra will play the most danceable big band swing. Tickets are $20 for singles and $35 for couples. Buy tickets at the door!
Exploritas (Elderhostel) Program
If you're 55 or older, learn more about Dixieland jazz at Hidden Valley Music Seminars. Professional musicians will teach classes on the origins and experience of Dixieland jazz. There will also be a course on wines, featuring the wines of the Carmel Valley region. The package includes classes, a hotel stay, and an All-Event Dixieland Monterey pass.
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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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Ballet for Children at Hilltop Park Center
Hilltop Park Center offers a ballet program at two different levels of skill. These classes are taught by Carol Richmond.
Dress Requirements: For girls: PINK ballet shoes, PINK tights, BLACK leotards.
For boys: BLACK ballet shoes, knee socks, athletic shorts, WHITE tee shirt (tucked in).
Pre-Ballet
These are basic classes in pre-ballet movement for younger students. Exercises and simple dances are designed to promote strength, flexibility, coordination and self-expression. Certain ballet positions and movements are introduced. For Preschoolers who entered kindergarten in the Fall of 2009.
Jan 13-Feb 17
Feb 24-Mar 31
Apr 7-May 12
Jan 13-Feb 17
Feb 24-Mar 31
Apr 7-May 12
Ballet I
This ballet class emphasizes correct alignment, proper muscular development and safety of execution. Students learn traditional French terminology and are exposed to the classical music and history of ballet.
For ages 1st grade and older.
W 3:15-4:30pm Feb 24-Mar 31 Apr 7-May 12
Leslie Bruhn, CPA, will begin a new series of her popular six-month Women's Wealth Groups starting Saturday, September 19th and continuing every other Saturday through March, 2010. This timely and important series is designed to bring clarity, confidence and ease into the domains of Prosperity Thinking, Money Management and Wealth Building.
Leslie Bruhn CPA, the founder of the Women's Wealth Group, works with women individually or in groups helping them make and keep more money. She offers on-going wealth building classes where participants work on their prosperity, in all areas of their lives.
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The Steinbeck Center will launch its new Kid's Club on Saturday, October 24th. This new National Steinbeck Center membership program is exclusively for youth 12 years old and younger. Starting October 24, each Saturday will feature a class from 10am to noon.
The Kids Club Membership ($75) includes:
Unlimited admission for children 12 and under living in household
Kids Club membership card per child, 12 and under, in household
Unlimited admission for parents
2 one-time guest passes
Discounts and priority registration to Kids Club classes (up to 20 classes)
25% off Vista Room rental for children's birthday parties (3 hour limit, based on availability)
Individual classes are $5 per child and adults are free to also attend with their kids. Children who belong to the Kid's Club only pay $2.50 per class and also get special mailings and early registration for other youth-based activities. Learn more!
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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
"What a Night!" Academy Awards® Gala
The Monterey Film Commission's 20th annual fundraiser celebrates the Academy Awards® and now benefits two worthy local nonprofits. Red Cross, Monterey Bay Area Chapter is partnering with the Monterey County Film Commission for "What a Night!," a Gala for the Academy Awards®. The event will be held at the Inn at Spanish Bay in Pebble Beach and features a red carpet entry to the two big screens showing the live telecast of the 82nd Academy Awards presentation. The black-tie evening includes champagne, hors d'oeuvres, sit-down dinner, wine, and a silent auction.
For information and tickets call 831-646-0910.
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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 each month at local restaurants. For more info., visit www.specialkidscrusade.org or e-mail events@specialkidscrusade.org.or call (831) 372-2730.
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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Family Fun Time! Mark Your Calendars! 1:30pm
Saturday Feb. 2nd Wii Nintendo Games
Saturday Mar. 6th St.Paddy's Family Singalong with Marylee
Saturday April 3rd Family Storytime with Miss Judy
Saturday May 8th Special Springtime Craft with Miss Linda
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How to Interpret Academic and Educational Testing
At this workshop, licensed educational psychologist John Aulenta will review the bell curve, and discuss the types of educational assessments and what they measure. Dr. Aulenta will relate these tests to specific learning styles and cover how test data is used to determine how students learn best. This event takes place at Chartwell School in the McMahan Hall Multipurpose Room.
Phone (831) 394-3468 for additional information
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Wii Gaming for Middle Schoolers!
Park Branch - Youth Services
Come to the Park Branch to play Mario Kart, Wii Sports, and Shaun White Boarding! This event will be held the first Thursday of every month. Bring your friends, and have fun!!
3-4pm: Thursdays, Feb 3; Mar 3; Apr 1; May 6; Jun 3
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FRIENDS OF MONTEREY COUNTY FAIR PRESENT" A NIGHT IN ITALY"
The Friends of Monterey County Fair will hold a very special fund-raising event, "A Night in Italy" featuring a Bocci Tournament, Dessert Auction, Live Auction, and Italian Style Dinner. The fundraising event, which will benefit Fairgrounds improvement, will be held on Friday, March 12th starting at 5:30 PM at the Monterey Room at the Monterey County Fairgrounds. The cost is $35 per person, $60 per couple, $20 per child (10 years and younger), and $25 per team for the Bocci Tournament Entry.
Tickets may be bought online at www.montereycountyfair.com or at the Fair office. The fun evening begins with no-host cocktails from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM. From 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM, there will be the Bocci Tournament, Dessert Auction.
Dinner will begin at 7:00 PM and the announcement of the Bocci Tournament Winners and Live Auction will begin at 8:30 PM.
The Friends of Monterey County Fair is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. The Monterey County Fairgrounds is a premiere event center set on 22 oak-studded acres with ample parking. It is home of the annual award-winning 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. For more information about the Fair, contact the Fair Administration Office, at 2004 Fairground Road in Monterey, by calling (831) 372-5863
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Positive Discipline Techniques for Helping The Young Child
Learn positive discipline techniques for helping you and your young children better cope with behavioral issues. Monterey's Children's Creative Learning Center (C.C.L.C.) is a community-based preschool sponsored by the City of Monterey, serving children 6weeks old to 5 years old. This is a free workshop.
For more information or to RSVP please call (831) 647-1880 or e-mail KGALER@CCLC.COM. Reservations are required.
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Hal Holbrook Mark Twain Tonight!
"The combination of Holbrook's physical and vocal talents and the potency of Twain's words is a mesmerizing thing to behold." - The Washington Post
Saturday, 03/13/2010 8:00 PM
A living, breathing American masterpiece. Fifty years ago, a young actor took the stage in a tiny off-Broadway theater and introduced the world to a man they would never forget. The Tony® and five-time Emmy® Award-winning actor was Hal Holbrook and the man was Mark Twain. (Mr. Holbrook burns tobacco during his performance).
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Maple Canyon to Mesa: Meet at the Garland Visitor Center for an invigorating 2.5- hour mid-level hike up the lush Maple Canyon trail to sunny Sage and Sky trails, then back down via the Mesa. Elevation gain: 800 ft. Distance: 3.5 miles. Bring water, a snack, shoes with good treads and friends.
Leaders: Andy Weiss 236-7690, Paulette Struckman 644-0426
To register call Debbie Wyatt, 659-6065
Garland Parking lot & Visitor Center - 700 West Carmel Valley Rd (approx 8.6 miles east of highway 1 or 1 mile west of Laureles Grade)
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Salinas Jaycees 2nd Annual "Steps for Safety" 5K Run/Walk
Toro Park ~ 501 Monterey-Salinas Hwy 68
This 5k run/walk is for all ages and all are welcome to come and enjoy a day at the park. We will have community non-profit booths and a Health and Wellness fair. We will have free games for the kids, a musical performance and a fundraiser BBQ for everyone! Money raised this year will go to Salinas PAL, and the Salinas Recreation Department, in hopes to help PREVENT future violence in our community. Let's bring out the youth and show our community that there are positive, affordable actives to be involved with in this GREAT City of Salinas! Register online by Thursday, March 11.
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"In Touch with Sharks" with Chris Fallows
Join professional wildlife photographer and naturalist Chris Fallows at the Monterey Bay
Aquarium for a special auditorium presentation "In Touch With Sharks." Fallows will discuss his experiences in the wild with sharks, and the time he's spent photographing other wildlife in Africa. Fallows has documented white sharks since 1991 and together with his wife Monique has been featured in, or facilitated, more than 40 international documentaries. Fallows is best known for his work with the famous breaching sharks of False Bay, South Africa, as featured in "Air Jaws" I and II and "Planet Earth."
The 30-minute presentation "In Touch With Sharks" is scheduled for 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. in the aquarium's auditorium. After each presentation Fallows will sign copies of his recently published first book, "Great White: The Majesty of Sharks."
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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
FREE Tennis Clinic for 4 to 6 year-olds
Tennis professional Shelly Scott will be hosting a free tennis clinic for juniors ages 4 to 6 on Sunday, March 14 from 2 pm - 3 pm. The event is open to members and non-members. To register, call Shelly Scott at (831) 905-1800.
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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.
Free Saint Patrick's Day Party for Teens
The Marina Branch of the Monterey County Free Libraries invites teens grades 6-12 to attend a Saint Patrick's Day Party on Wednesday, March 17! Join us for Rock Band, Wii Sports and more! Refreshments will be provided. Pre-registration is not required. This program is hosted by the Marina Teen Advisory Group and sponsored by the Central Coast Federal Credit Union. For more information or to register, please contact the Marina Branch Library at 831-883-7507.
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Celebrate the Spring Equinox on this tranquil 2-3 hour hike along Garzas Creek and back across the Terrace Trail. A display of early wildflowers should be in bloom, offering an opportunity to learn about the diverse flora of Garland Park. Elevation gain: 530 ft. Distance: 3.3 miles. Bring water, a snack, and shoes with good treads.
East Garzas trailhead
Leaders: Jim and Lynn McCammon 659-2549
To register call Debbie Wyatt 659-6065
E. Garzas Trailhead - From Highway 1, go east on Carmel Valley Rd. for 10.2 miles, turn right on Boronda Rd., go .5 miles, turn left on E. Garzas Rd., go .2 miles to trailhead on right hand side.
Camp SEA Lab staff will host this special family sleepover event to enjoy the Aquarium after hours. We offer fun activities throughout the evening and will include a special behind-the-scenes tour! We'll end the evening with a light bedtime snack followed by songs and games in true Camp SEA Lab style! In the morning, wake up with fishes and enjoy a continental breakfast in the Portola Restaurant.
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This vernal pool and surrounding meadow are one of the most tranquil spots in Garland, supporting a variety of flora and fauna. Meet at the East Garzas Rd. trailhead for an invigorating 3-4 hour hike up the Veeder trail, down the East Ridge trail overlooking Redwood Canyon, and back along the Terrace trail. Elevation gain: 1,400 ft. Distance: 3.8 miles.
Bring lunch, plenty of water, and shoes with good treads.
E. Garzas Trailhead - From Highway 1, go east on Carmel Valley Rd. for 10.2 miles, turn right on Boronda Rd., go .5 miles, turn left on E. Garzas Rd., go .2 miles to trailhead on right hand side.
Cath Farrant and Mary Dainton 372-7427
To register call Debbie Wyatt at 659-6065
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Giddy Up! For People 7 and Up
Always a favorite! View the Del Monte Forest from the saddle of a horse led by seasoned trail guides. Experience vistas of Monterey Bay overlooking white and beaches while riding through the forest. The perfect family outing for novice riders or those looking for an introduction to horseback. Saddle, helmet and friendly horse provided. Wear layered clothes and close-toed shoes.
Registration Dates:September 25, 2009 - March 21,
Enter Pebble Beach through the Hwy 1/Hwy 68 gate, let the gate guard know you are a guest of the Equestrian center to have the fee waived.
Go left down the hill on 17 Mile Drive, continue past the entrance to The Lodge at Pebble Beach, which will be on your left. At the four-way stop keep going straight. Go through the next intersection, you will see the Equestrian Center sign on your left.
Veer off to the left on Portola Road, the entrance to the parking lot is a short distance down on your right.
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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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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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Community ALIVE!* Gem Rejuvenation at Locke-Paddon Wetland Park
Faceted with new trails, an expanded fence line and colorful native plants, this habitat is now a richly diverse environment for people, plants and animals. Your 3 hour investment of time will add sparkle and brilliance to the community. Wear sturdy shoes, layered clothing and bring work gloves.
Locke-Paddon Wetland Park Marina Return of the Natives-CSUMB
Marina Dunes Preserve - Take Highway 1 to Reservation Rd. exit (west), turn right at Dunes Drive, cul-de-sac at end of road
To register or Call Debbie Wyatt at 659-6065
5th Annual Big Sur's Mud Run
Get ready to get down and dirty at the 5th annual Big Sur's Mud Run presented by the Big Sur International Marathon on March 27, 2010. The Mud Run will start at 9 am sharp, beginning and ending at Freeman Stadium at CSU Monterey Bay in Seaside, CA. Sponsored in part by the US Army, the 5 mile obstacle course will test runners on different trails involving pavement, hills, water and of course, mud. Drill sergeants along the way will provide motivation, and also order racers to do jumping jacks, push-ups, and other activities. Runners will end the race coated in mud, but a free shower is included in the registration fee.
Big Sur's Mud Run Registration Information
2010's Big Sur's Mud Run is now sold out, but runners may still be able to join existing teams. See the Big Sur's Mud Run website for details!
Participants must be at least 15 years of age and may enter the run individually (civilian or military) or as part of a 5-person team. Teams must fall into one of the following categories: male, female, mixed, corporate, military, public safety or collegiate. The event is limited to 1,000 individual runners and 200 teams. Registration fees are $48 for individuals and $240 for teams, not including military or student discounts. Participants can register online at the official Big Sur's Mud Run website.
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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BLiNK! An Incredible Evening of Magic
Welcome to the mesmerizing world of BLiNK!, starring two-time magician of the year, Chipper Lowell. Not your typical magician, Chipper, along with special guest artists, blends his highly original comedy and magic into a fast-paced whirlwind of non-stop laughs.
"Frenetic, Feverish and HILARIOUS!" - Los Angeles Times
"Chipper brings the house down, and manages to amaze us at the same time!"
- Fun & Gaming Magazine
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For a different perspective, meet for a 3-hour hike up to and around the back side of the Mesa on the Oakview Loop, enjoying grand views of Garzas Canyon, and returning via the Vaquero and Waterfall Trails. Elevation gain: 700 ft. Distance: 5 miles. Bring water, a snack, and shoes with good treads.
Garland Visitor Center: Garland Parking lot & Visitor Center - 700 West Carmel Valley Rd (approx 8.6 miles east of highway 1 or 1 mile west of Laureles Grade)
Leaders: Paul Moose 601-1808 Max Yeaman 659-5964
To register call Debbie Wyatt at 659-6065
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Mark Your Calendars for the First Annual Pacific Grove Art Center Bocce Ball Tournament,
Four-person teams, $65 per team ($75 after March 5, 2010). Guaranteed two games. To enter, send your check or money order, team name, business or organization name, and a contact phone number to: Pacific Grove Art Center, P.O. Box 633, Pacific Grove, CA 93950. Space is limited. First come, first served. For info, contact: Johnny Aliotti (521-7476) or John McCleary (277-6807).
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Hot Pink Flamingos: 
Stories of Hope in a
Changing Sea
Flamingos will be the centerpiece of the Monterey Bay Aquarium's newest exhibit, "Hot Pink Flamingos: Stories of Hope in a Changing Sea," opening March 29th. The gangly wading birds, along with adorable penguins, an exotic living coral reef community, young green sea turtles, and other creatures will feature in exhibits that tell the tale of how climate change affects Earth's oceans. This exhibit, one of the few of its kind, will educate visitors about the dangers of climate change and reveal the stories of hope that are emerging using interactive maps, video clips, talkback stations and hands-on activities.
More than 900 folks from the Monterey area volunteer their time to the Aquarium. They share their time, their love for the sea and their dedication to the conservation of the natural world.
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