Annual Events

Positive Parenting
Salinas Adult School
Date: Every Mon and Th from 6:30pm to 9:00pm
Ages: Parents Only Admission Fees: $10

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."

 

Movies Under the Stars
Hollister Downtown Association
Movies and Popcorn Under the Stars
Date: Every Th (Jul 22-Jul 29) at 6:00pm
Ages: all
Special Instructions: Movie begins 1/2 hour after dusk

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:

• No pets of any kind are allowed
• No alcoholic beverages allowed
• Minors must be accompanied by an adult
• No coolers allowed
• No smoking

 

 

 

Ag Against Hunger Gleanings
Ag Against Hunger
Great volunteer opportunity to get out in the ag fields and glean veggies for the poor
Date: Every day (May 22-Nov 13) at 8:30am

 

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

 

 

 

Catalyst Soccer: World Cup Summer Camps
Catalyst Soccer Club
World Cup SUMMER SOCCER CAMP
Date: Every weekday (Jun 22-Aug 6) from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Ages: Ages 4-14 ( Boys and Girls) Admission Fees: $75 to $125
Special Instructions: Boys and Girls of all experience levels welcome.

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!!!

 

The Farm
The Farm
The Farm - Seasonal Events for the whole family.
Date: Every day (Mar 6-Dec 19) from 9:00am to 6:00pm
Ages: All Ages Admission Fees: Various fees for special events. Call for more information. Basic tours are scheduled Tuesday and Thursday at 1pm. The tour cost
Special Instructions: The Farm is a unique fun and informative adventure. Free Admission, Animal viewing and Parking. Closed on Sundays

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!

California Rodeo Exhibition: Cowboy Culture
Steinbeck Center
California Rodeo exhibition: Cowboy Culture
Date: Every day (Jun 4-Jul 31) from 10:00am to 5:00pm
Ages: All Ages Admission Fees: Adults-$10.95, Seniors- $8.95, Youths 13 thru17-$7.95, Children 6 -12-$5.95, children 5 and under get in free

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

Pacific Grove - Feast of Lanterns
Pacific Grove Feast of Lanterns Inc
100-plus year history with a lantern parade to the beach and fireworks over the bay to a multi-cultural community event filled w
Date: Every day (Jul 23-Jul 31)

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.

Genghis Khan
The Tech Museum
Explore the only West Coast appearance of Genghis Khan's life during the formation, peak, and decline of the Mongol Empire.
Date: Every day (May 1-Sep 30)
Admission Fees: $15 - $25

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

 

Circo Brazil
Beach Boardwalk
Trampoline, tightrope, and hand balancing acrobatics, Capoeira, and freestyle soccer tricks
Date: Every Su, Mon, Tues, Wed and Th (Jul 11-Aug 19)
Admission Fees: Free

Great free entertainment at Main Beach!
 Every Su, Mon, Tues, Wed and Th (Jul 11-Aug 19)

Circo Brazil is an action-packed 30-minute show featuring trampoline, tightrope, and hand balancing acrobatics, Capoeira, and freestyle soccer tricks. And don't miss the unbelievable fire limbo, the bar is less than a foot off the ground!

 

Monday - Thursday: Noon & 3pm and Sunday - Noon & 6pm

 

 

Amish Quilt Exhibit at the de Young Museum
deYoung Museum
Amish quilts, anything but humble
Date: Every day

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. 

 

High Seas Expedition
Shoreline Community Church
An Anchor Bay event
Date: Every weekday (Jul 26-Jul 30) from 9:00am to 12:30pm
Ages: 3 - 10 years Admission Fees: $49
Special Instructions: Register online at shorelinechurch.org

Five mornings of fun and daily discovery of God's great love for us.

Farmers Market
Monterey Peninsula College
Bountiful selection of produce, specialty items and beautiful plants and flowers
Date: Every Th
Ages: All

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.

Wild Things Inc & Vision Quest Ranch B&B
Wild Things Inc
Have you ever fed an elephant? Now is your chance!
Date: Every weekday from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Ages: All Ages Admission Fees: $10 for adults $8 kids 14yr and younger
Special Instructions: Every day at 1pm only

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.

Films in the Forest
Forest Theater Guild
Picnic and view classic and contemporary moviesfor $6
Date: Every Tues, Wed and Th (Jun 1-Jul 29) at 6:30pm
Admission Fees: $6 adults, children under 10 free

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.

Exploring Worship and the Arts
Cathryn True Varlet
Exploring Worship and Arts Summer Camp explores creative expressions of music, dance and musical theatre to glorify God
Date: Every Mon, Tues, Wed and Th (Jun 7-Jul 30) from 9:30am to 1:30pm
Ages: 5- adult Admission Fees: $175 (full 4 wks Session Two) + supply fee OR $50 (per week) + supply fee
Special Instructions: Online registration www.peninsulachristiancenter.org

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.

Digital Arts Contests and Workshops for Teens
Salinas Valley Public Library System
Digital Arts Contests and Workshops for Teens
Date: Every weekday (Jul 21-Aug 15)
Ages: Teens 13 - 19 years old
Special Instructions: Signup 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.

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.

Volunteers Needed for Monterey County Fair
Monterey County Fair
More than 200 volunteers are needed for the 74th Annual Monterey County Fair to be held September 1-6, 2010 at the Fairgrounds i
Date: Every day (Jul 26-Sep 12)

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.

Wild Things Inc & Vision Quest Ranch B&B
Wild Things Inc
From anteaters to zebras come visit us for an unforgetable adventure
Date: Every day from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Ages: All Admission Fees: $10 for adults $8 kids 14yr and younger

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

ARIEL Theatrical 2010 Season
Ariel Theater
The art and discipline of theatre helps young people develop the skills and confidence they need to positively direct their own
Date: Every day (Jan 13-Dec 31)

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.

 

 

Chippie de Munk's Great Invention Program
Monterey County Fair
Enter your wonderful, wacky invention in the "Chippie's Great Inventions" contest
Date: Every day (Jul 16-Sep 16)

Special Instructions: The due date for online entries is Saturday, July 31, while paper entry forms are due Tuesday, July 20 for most divisions.

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.

 

Land & Sea, Paintings and Photographs of Monterey and Beyond
Monterey Museum of Art
Paintings, photographs, watercolors and etchings
Date: Every day (Jun 12-Oct 24)

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.

 

 

Showing E Charlton Fortune Art
Carmel Mission Mora Chapel Gallery
Don't miss key and previously unseen works of El Charlton Fortune
Date: Every day (Jun 12-Aug 31) from 9:30am to 5:00pm

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.