Annual Events

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.

FIRST EVER Central Coast Motorsport Spectacular
Salinas Sports Complex Events
Motorsport "Monster Truck" Spectacular at the Salinas Sports Complex
Date: 08/01/2010 at 2:00pm
Ages: Open Admission Fees: Advance Tickets Savings! Day of Event $30 box seats, $20 Adults, $10 kids
Special Instructions: Gates open at 12 noon

First EVER Central Coast Motorsport Spectacular!

Sunday, August 1 at 2:00 p.m. at the Salinas Sports Complex.

 

Gates open at 12 noon with a pit party, autographs and photos with drivers and more.

This event will feature more than monster truck competition, including the long-anticipated return of the original monster truck of them all, "Bigfoot", and the very finest, high-flying freestyle motorcycle jumpers in the country.

Filling out the afternoon's entertainment menu, this first-ever event will also include the always exciting Pro Arena Trucks, the unpredictable and sometimes hilariously entertaining Tough Truck Competition, featuring local competitors in their not so predictable weekend warrior machines, and for the first time ever, the most unpredictable racing of all, the legendary Dwarf Car Racers.

As icing on the cake, this Motorsport Spectacular will also feature the debut of the one and only, flame-throwing fire engine, "Deep Heat."

 

Save on advance tickets! Prices are $25 for box seats, $18 for adults and $9 for children

 

Ticket Prices Day of Event, August 1st, will be $30 for box seats, $20 for adults and $10 kids.

Gonzales Summer Festival
City of Gonzales
Car shows, great music, fabulous food and a kids playland
Date: Every day (Jul 31-Aug 1)

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.

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

 

 

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.

 

Kids Free San Francisco Zoo
San Francisco Zoo
Hop on over to the San Francisco Zoo for Big Bunny's Spring Fling
Date: Every day (Aug 1-Aug 31)

Because kids rule the Zoo, they get in free during the month of August.  Children 14 and under receive free admission all month long with a paying adult. Limit four children per one paying adult. Offer valid August 1-31.

They will love our free activity book filled with fun facts, games and more! It includes a scavenger hunt to find interactive signs throughout the Zoo where kids will discover more about amazing animals and even get to act like them!

 

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

 

 

 

Monterey Bay ReggaeFest
Monterey Bay Reggaefest
For Reggae music afficionados
Date: Every day (Jul 30-Aug 1)
Ages: ALL Admission Fees: $30-$275/ under 6 free, 7-12 $5 w/ paid adult

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)

 

Monterey Bay Strawberry Festival
City of Watsonville
Strawberries, music, food and strawberries every way you can imagine
Date: Every day (Jul 31-Aug 1) from 10:00am to 7:00pm
Admission Fees: Free

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

 

Thomas the Tank
Roaring Camp Railroads
Aspiring engineers and their families can ride with Thomas the Tank Engine
Date: Every day (Jul 30-Aug 8) from 10:00am to 4:00pm
Admission Fees: $14-$18

Monterey State Historic Park House Tours
State Park Monterey Historic
Step into the past on the "Monterey Walking Path of History"
Date: Every Su, Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri and Sa
Admission Fees: Free

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.

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

 

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. 

 

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.

 

 

 

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!

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.

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.

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!!!

 

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."

 

Old Monterey Market Place
Old Monterey Business Assocoation
Enchanting Farmers Market in Old Monterey
Date: Every Tues from 4:00pm to 8:00pm
Ages: All

Every Tuesday Farmer's Market

Fresh Produce - Flowers - Fish - BBQ - Folk Art - Imports - Bookmobile - Entertainment - Council Connection. Rain or Shine

 

Mommy & Me Yoga, 1yr and up
Marina Active Kids
Mommy&Me Yoga Class in Marina, Ca 1yr and up
Date: Every Tues from 11:30am to 12:15pm
Ages: 1yr and up Admission Fees: $4 total 1-2 kids & $5 total 3 and up
Special Instructions: Kids are Free.

Mommy&Me Yoga class every Tuesday at !!:30am-12:15pm in Marina, Ca. 1yr and up. Kids are Free.

Barnyard Farmers Market
Barnyard Shopping Village
Meet the farmers growing our local organic fruits and veggies!
Date: Every Tues from 11:00pm to 3:00pm

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
Knitting, Crocheting and Spinning Club of Salinas
Knitting for all levels
Date: Every Wed from 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Admission Fees: $35/year

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.

Fiction Writing Workshop
Library John Steinbeck
Come learn a spy's tricks for constructing a believable story, creating back-story for your characters, unrolling a gripping plo
Date: Every Wed (Jul 14-Aug 4) from 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Admission Fees: Free

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

Steinbeck Festival: A Journey
Steinbeck Center
Steinbeck Festival will take a journey
Date: Every day (Aug 5-Aug 8)

Though he is most famous for his books set in California, much of John Steinbeck's work was written in or about places far from his home state. Today, his literature is translated throughout the world.

 

Steinbeck's popularity has never wavered in Europe, and he has a vibrant following in the Pacific Rim. His enduring and universal themes continue to touch people of all backgrounds.

 

The focus of this year's Festival will be on Steinbeck in a global context and his travel to and interest in other countries, as well as information on how other countries view him.

Festival speakers will include the executive director of the John Steinbeck Society of Japan, who will discuss the Japanese appreciation of Steinbeck; Petr Kopetky from the Czech Republic, who will discuss Steinbeck "Behind the Iron Curtain"; Jack Benson, the Steinbeck biographer; and Susan and Tom Shillinglaw, who will present on John Steinbeck in the Soviet Union during the years of 1937, 1943 and 1963.

 

The annual four-day festival includes talks, tours, films and the visual and performing arts. A highlight of this year's event will be two theatrical performances of Steinbeck's book of short stories, "The Pastures of Heaven", which are set in Corral de Tierra.

The book was recently adapted for the stage by Octovio Solis, who is one of our country's most poetic, wittiest and utterly original playwrights. The production will be directed by the award-winning director Jonathan Moscone and performed by members of the California Shakespeare Theatre Company, based in East Bay.

 

Download the full 2010 Festival schedule

 

30th Annual Steinbeck Festival:Journeys:Steinbeck Around World
National Steinbeck Center
30th Annual Steinbeck Festival: Journeys: Steinbeck around the World
Date: Every day (Aug 5-Aug 8) from 8:00am to 6:00pm
Ages: all ages Admission Fees: For festival tickets (prices vary): (831) 775-4721
Special Instructions: Check out the website for the

"We do not take a trip. A trip takes us."- John Steinbeck This summer, set out for the open road. Your destination: The world -- today and at key moments in history, with John Steinbeck as your guide. Eat, drink, and dream of far horizons. Go behind the Iron Curtain in the 1960s and wander through Moscow, Krakow, Budapest. Stand at the Berlin Wall. Visit Mexico during the Mexican Revolution, 100 years ago this year. See literary landmarks around the globe. Drive through the Badlands of North Dakota with a large poodle. Create your own journey.

The National Steinbeck Center unveils its 2010 Steinbeck Festival, Journeys: Steinbeck Around the World, to be held from August 5-8, 2010. The festival will explore journeys of all kinds, throughout America and the wide world, through the eyes of John Steinbeck and others. Each year, hundreds of people from all walks of life attend the annual four-day festival, which includes talks, tours, film and the visual and performing arts. This year, for the first time, the Steinbeck Festival will be celebrated not only in Salinas, City of Letters, but in literary locales throughout the wide world from Berlin to Hanoi to Paris. Stay tuned!

Bronco World Series
Monterey PONY Baseball/Softball, Inc
Bronco World Series
Date: Every day (Aug 5-Aug 12)
Admission Fees: $6-$8

2010 Bronco World Series Monterey in August 5th - 12th

 

This will be the eighteenth consecutive year that Monterey PONY Baseball/Softball, Inc. is hosting the PONY Baseball Bronco League World Series. The World Series kicks off with opening ceremonies on Thursday, August 5 and concludes with the championship game on Thursday, August 12 at 7pm. Tickets are $8 for adults, $6 for children 12 and under. Kids under age 5 are FREE! A Home Run Derby will take place on Saturday morning, August 7, between 8 am and 10 am.

Event Schedule

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.

Carmel Valley Fiesta
Kiwanis Club Carmel Valley
Family fiesta all day long
Date: Every day (Aug 6-Aug 8)

21st Annual Carmel Valley Fiesta, Carmel Valley Community Shout, Ole!at this family-oriented fiesta that includes games, a dog show, a parade, good food and dance. For more information visit http://www.cvkclub.org

 

Thursday Carmel Valley Ranch
11 AM - Golf Tournament
Friday CV Trail & Saddle Club
6 - 10 PM HOOPLA BBQ
Silent Auction & Entertainment
Saturday CV Community Park
8 AM Mountain Run Garland Park
8 AM Pancake Breakfast
9 AM Classic Car Show
10 AM Kids "Just Run"
10 AM Parade CV Road in Village
10 AM - 6 PM Park Activities
10 AM - 6 PM Free Concerts
Sunday CV Community Park
8 AM Pancake Breakfast
10 AM - 5 PM Park Activities
10 AM - 5 PM Free Concerts
12 Noon Dog Show
1 & 3 PM Wild Animal Show
5 PM Rae Grand Prize

Boardwalk 2010 Concerts
Beach Boardwalk
Free Band Concerts on the beach 6:30 & and 8:30
Date: Every Fri (Jun 25-Sep 3)
Admission Fees: Free

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!

 

September 3, The Tubes featuring Fee Waybill, "She's a Beauty"

The Tubes emerged onto the San Francisco music scene in 1969 and became well known for their media savvy and theatrical skills.

 

In the early 1980s they released the hit classic rock songs "She's a Beauty," "Talk To Ya Later," and "The Monkey Time."

 

Fee Waybill and The Tubes come back to help us close another concert season with a family-friendly show on the Boardwalk stage!

 

Jazz in the Plaza
Carmel Plaza
This is your chance to relax with good friends, enjoy local wines and fabulous food & listen to live jazz from the area's top mu
Date: Every Fri (Jul 9-Sep 3) from 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Admission Fees: Free Concert Admission Wine/Food $15/person

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.

 

First Friday Art Walk
Old Town Salinas
Live Music, Art Openings, Dance Performances, Light Refreshments, Special Promotions
Date: The 1st Fri of every month from 5:00pm to 8:00pm

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

 

 

The Steinbeck Center Kid's Club Summer Events
Steinbeck Center
Kids Club continues to excite and educate!
Date: Every Sa from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Ages: 12 year and under Admission Fees: $2.50 Kids Club members / $5.00 non-members

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:

• Create original works of art
• Meet and work with authors, illustrators, directors and musicians.
• Regular participants will have opportunities to exhibit their own work, and perform for museum audiences.

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:

July

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.

 

 

 

 

Marina Active Kids
Marina Active Kids
Marina Active Kids
Date: Every Sa from 10:00am to 11:00am
Ages: 2yr-4yr Admission Fees: Free

Activities for kids in Marina and surrounding cities including soccer play and playdate with a purpose (kids volunteering in the community)

ARIEL Theatrical's Peter Pan Pancake Breakfast
Ariel Theatrical
Delicious Breakfast served by the cast of ARIEL"S summer production of Peter Pan at Applebee's Restaurant
Date: 08/07/2010 from 8:00am to 10:00am
Ages: All ages Admission Fees: $ 7.00 per person and must be purchased in advance
Special Instructions: Tickets must be purchased in advance at ARIEL Theatrical

Enjoy a delicious breakfast of pancakes & sausage along with your choice of coffee, orange juice or milk served by the cast of ARIEL's summer production of Peter Pan. Even Captain Hook will be making an appearance! Tickets are $7 per person and must be purchased in advance at ARIEL Theatrical located at Wilson Children's Theatre

 

ARIEL Theatrical, Inc.
The Wilson Children's Theatre
320 Main Street
Mail: P.O. Box 1268
Salinas, CA 93902
(831) 775-0976
(831) 775-0962 (Fax)
E-mail: arieltheatrical@sbcglobal.net

 

First Saturday Living History
Park San Juan Bautista
Meet mountain men, Civil War soldiers, Victorian ladies, and stage driver "Charlie" Parkhurst, who has a secret.
Date: The 1st Sa of every month from 11:00am to 4:00pm
Admission Fees: $2/adult; free/16 and under
Special Instructions: Call to confirm!

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

 

 

Young Eagles - Kids Fly Free!
Watsonville Aviation Education Center
Experience a safe and enjoyable flight that will give new perspectives on the world and life
Date: The 1st Sa of every month (May 1-Nov 6)

Special Instructions: Note Sept date

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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Free Tours Casa Serrano Adobe
Monterey History & Art Association
Free weekly tour of the beautiful Casa Serrano History Adobe every Saturday
Date: Every Sa from 2:00pm to 4:00pm

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.

 

 

Greenfield Farmers Market
Greenfield Farmers Market
Fresh quality fruits and vegetables (many certified organic), beautiful flowers, organic eggs...
Date: Every Sa (Jun 5-Oct 30) at 9:00am
Ages: All

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.

 

 

Del Monte Farmers Market
Farmers Market
Visit local farmers selling fresh produce, farm fresh organic eggs, honey, fresh seafood, potted plants, seedlings, fresh cut fl
Date: Every Sa (May 2-Aug 15) from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Ages: all

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.

Salinas Music and Art Summit
Alisal Rotary
Salinas Music and Art Summit at Natividad Creek Park in Salinas
Date: 08/08/2010 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Ages: All Ages Admission Fees: Free
Special Instructions: Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the festivities of the day.

Free family music and arts festival! This event is designed to inspire an appreciation of the arts to both audiences and performers. Event lineups will showcase local and popular bands, musicians, schools, and organizations. An outdoor art exhibit will highlight local artists of all mediums. There will be food, kids corner, jumping houses, skate park, games, educational booths and free live entertainment.

 

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Lovers Point Art & Food Festival
City of Pacific Grove
Great street food festival with art, music and fun
Date: 08/08/2010 from 9:00am to 5:00pm

Enjoy this great opportunity to witness peninsula artists paint and create images of the area. Visit with the art community in a carefree environment at Lovers Point Park in Pacific Grove. Great street food festival with music and fun. The hours are from 9:00 am -5:00 pm. More info: 831-373-3304 or www.pacificgrove.org.

California Condor Viewing Tour
Park Ventana Wildlife Society
View magnificent and endangered California condors. Our knowledgeable staff will use radio telemetry to track wild birds while t
Date: The 2nd Su of every month

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

Art & Food Festival at Lovers Point Park
City of Pacific Grove
Lovers Point Park "Art & Food Festival!"
Date: 08/08/2010 from 9:00am to 5:00pm
Ages: All ages Admission Fees: Free

Enjoy this great opportunity to witness peninsula artists paint and create images of the area. Visit with the art community in a carefree environment at Lovers Point Park in Pacific Grove. Great street food festival with music and fun. For more information, call (831) 373-3304 or visit www.pacificgrove.org.

Special Kids Crusade - Mom's Night Out
Special Kids Crusade
Share experiences, and exchange information to help navigate the challenges of raising a special needs child
Date: The 2nd Mon of every month

Special Instructions: Call

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.

 

 

Learn about Foster Parenting
Family to Family
Learn about becoming a foster parent
Date: The 2nd Tues of every month at 6:30pm

Special Instructions: Also 4th Tuesday

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.

 

 

 

Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
Concours d'Elegance
175 best collector cars in the world
Date: Every day (Aug 11-Aug 15)

Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance and Monterey Auto Week

 

A tradition going back over half a century, the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance is where the world's collector cars meet and compete. Only the 175 best collector cars in the world roll onto the legendary 18th fairway at Pebble Beach, and only a handful of those will receive official recognition for style, technical merit and historical accuracy.

But the Concours is only the final event in a packed week celebrating the classic automobile! All over Monterey County, classic cars take to streets, golf courses, parks and the world-renowned Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, surrounding visitors with automobiles from yesteryear.

Need to experience Monterey Auto Week on a budget?

 

Why go to the cars when you can have them come to you? During Monterey Historic Auto Week, classic car collectors show off their vehicles at the many rallies that take to Monterey County's roads. These rallies bring the classic cars to some of the most scenic areas of Monterey County, and their check-in points are frequently conveniently located at area parks. While many keep their routes secret until the big day, you can plan ahead around one of the biggest events.

 

The biggest rally is the official Pebble Beach Tour d'Elegance. Around lunchtime on Thursday, August 12, the vehicles involved will check in at Carmel-by-the-Sea's Devendorf Park, a popular and scenic spot for a picnic. Enjoy your lunch, then stroll down Ocean Avenue for some great views of classic automobiles.

Pacific Grove Concours Auto Rally

On Friday, August 13th from 1pm to 5:30pm, over 200 classic cars will converge on Pacific Grove's Lighthouse Avenue and adjacent streets. Pacific Grove's old-fashioned Victorians and Main Street feel create a perfect backdrop for this event.

 

 

Twilight Bicycle Rides
Laguna Seca
Twilight Bike Rides on Wednesdays... test the world-famous 11-turn, 2.24-mile, 300-foot elevation changes of Laguna Seca's racet
Date: The 2nd Wed of every month (May 19-Dec 15) from 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Ages: All Admission Fees: $10

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.

Backpack Extravaganza
Library Salinas
Learn about free backpacks and supplies
Date: 08/14/2010 at 3:00pm
Admission Fees: Free

 

Join us for this family event! Information will be available to educate parents on the many local services that support their children's education. Yes, FREE backpacks and school supplies will be available while supplies last. To DONATE funds or backpacks to support this event please call: (831) 758-7916.

 

Opportunity Drawing for Infiniti
Boys and Girls Club of Monterey
Raffle drawing for a 2010 Infiniti G37 Coupe
Date: 08/15/2010

Concours d'Elegance

Once each year, on a Sunday in August, 175 of the most prized collector cars in the world roll onto what is often called the best finishing hole in golf - the famed eighteenth fairway at Pebble Beach.

 

As a part of this event, and in thanks to a partnership with Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County will hold an Opportunity Drawing to win two amazing prizes.

 

The first prize is incredible! - A 2010 Infiniti G37 Coupe! Key features of the car are:
• 330 hp 3.7L V6 Engine with VVEL (Various Valve Event and Lift)
• Electronically controlled 7-speed automatic transmission with manual mode, downshift rev matching, Drive Sport (DS) mode and Adaptive Shift Control (ASC)
• 11-speaker Infiniti "Studio on Wheels"^TM by Bose® with a 3-way front door speaker array using 10-inch woofers
• Infiniti Navigation System with next generation technology - Touch screen, 9.3GB Music Box Hard Drive, XM NavTraffic® Real-Time Traffic Information, NavWeather with Real-Time Weather and 3-day forecast, Streaming Audio via Bluetooth® and Zagat® Restaurant Guide.

To participate in this exciting raffle, please fill out the entry form and mail or fax it back to:
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County
P.O. Box 97
Seaside, CA 93955
Phone: (831) 394-5171
Fax: (831) 394-4898

Please call (831) 394-5171 or email llungo@bgcmc.org for more information.

Visit Child-size Pirate Ship Replica
Monterey History and Art Association
Visit the child-friendly 14-foot replica of a pirate ship
Date: Every day (Aug 15-Aug 16) from 10:00am to 5:00pm

The Monterey History and Art Association is pleased to announce that it has recently restored the "Santa Rosa," a popular child-friendly 14-foot replica of a pirate ship located outside of the entrance of the Monterey History & Maritime Museum.

 

A fun ship to visit with the whole family, the makeover is courtesy of local artist Erik Seniska, an Artist/Designer who relocated to the Monterey Bay Area from the East Coast 10 years ago.

 

The ship has been christened Santa Rosa, in honor of the ship that sailed into the harbor in November 1818, under command of the French corsair (privateer) Hippolyte Bouchard. Although he is known as a revolutionary hero in Argentina for helping to fight off Spanish rule, Bouchard also attacked Monterey under no orders, and without a "letter of marque," which means he was essentially engaging in piracy.

 

His forces raised the flag of Argentina, sacked and burned the town, and captured the town drunk. Luckily, the town was mostly empty, since there had been warning from a visiting merchant ship. Women, children, and gold had been safely removed from the area. After destroying provisions and slaughtering cattle during a 5-day siege, and finding nothing of worth to take with them (other than food), they sailed away. This is the only time in history that Monterey was attacked by pirates. Each November at the House of the Four Winds adobe in downtown Monterey, there is a 'Pirate Milonga' tango party in his honor.

Kidfest
Monterey County Fair
Kidfest is a FREE two-day event full of education, entertainment, interaction, fun and prizes!
Date: Every day (Aug 15-Aug 16) from 10:00am to 5:00pm
Ages: Preschool - High School

On Saturday and Sunday, August 14th and 15th, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Kidfest will return to the Monterey County Fairgrounds. A popular family event for 16 years that attracts over 20,000 people, Kidfest is a FREE two-day event full of education, entertainment, interaction, fun and prizes! It is an "edutainment" type of event that combines education and entertainment while creating a safe and fun atmosphere for children. This year, Kidfest will feature a variety of NEW fun, safe and exciting activities for kids and their families (ages 4 through adults). There will be expanded and exciting BMX bike demos in the Pattee Arena at the Fairgrounds this year and many other great activities and entertainment.

 

Saturday, August 14 10:00 Opening 11:00 Creative Arts Drama Dance Team 11:20 Cold Stone Ice Cream Eating Contest 11:40 Spanish Program 2:00 Samz School of Rock 2:40 Central Coast Pediatrics 3:20 Rising Star Gymnastics 4:00 American Karate Demonstration 4:20 A & S Challenge 5:00 Close

Sunday, August 15 10:00 Opening 11:00 Creative Arts Drama Dance Team 11:20 Cold Stone Ice Cream Eating Contest 11:40 Spanish Program 2:00 Samz School of Rock 2:40 Momentum Dance 3:40 Carmel Academy of Performing Arts 4:20 A & S Challenge 5:00 Close

 

For more information, go to www.montereycountyfair.com or call Gordon Warner at (831) 633-3379.

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Learn about Foster Parenting
Family to Family
Learn about foster parenting
Date: The 3rd Tues of every month at 6:30pm

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.

 

 

PacRep presents Willy Wonka at the outdoor Forest Theater
PacRep Theatre
It's Scrumdiddlyumptious!
Date: Every Th, Fri and Sa (Aug 19-Sep 26) from 7:30pm to 10:00pm
Ages: all Admission Fees: $7 - $35

Willy Wonka, owner of a magical and mysterious chocolate factory, invites the audience to join him in a world of "Pure Imagination." Although Wonka excels at making candy, he is ready to retire and find some "bright spark" to continue his candy confectioning. Roald Dahl's timeless story of the world famous candy man, and his quest to find an heir comes to life in this new stage adaptation of Charlie and The Chocolate Factory, which features all the songs from the classic family film. The memorable score includes The Candy Man, Pure Imagination, Oompa Loompa and I Want it Now. Magic and Mystery at the enchanted Forest Theater open-air playhouse will be a delight for the entire family!

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Ariel Theatrical
Come enjoy youth acting in a timeless story
Date: Every day (Aug 20-Aug 28)

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

* Evening Show: August 20, 21, 27 and 28 at 7pm
* Afternoon Show: August 21 and 28 at 2pm

Joseph and his coat of many colors come to life in this delightful musical retelling of the timely and timeless Biblical saga.

 

Send us your e-mail address and we will include you on our mailing list for productions & program enrollment.

 

Fall/Winter Conservatory
Schoolhouse Rock, Live!
Goldilocks and the Three Bears
Winnie-the-Pooh Christmas Tail

Surfrider Beach Cleanups
Surfrider Monterey
Holy Cow! It's time for another rockin' Beach CleanUp!
Date: The 4th Su of every month (Mar 28-Nov 28)
Ages: All Admission Fees: Free
Special Instructions: Call for details 521-1095

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)

Steinbeck House Tours
Steinbeck House
Special days are set for touring the Steinbeck Victorian house
Date: 08/22/2010 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Admission Fees: $5 adult, $3 student with ID/retired military/seniors; free active military/younger than 6

Steinbeck House tours 1-3pm

Sunday, Aug. 22  ~  Sunday, Sept. 5

 

JOHN STEINBECK'S BIRTHPLACE AND BOYHOOD HOME is a restored Victorian Home

now also a Charming Luncheon Restaurant located in the Center of Salinas, owned and operated by the Valley Guild since 1974.  The Steinbeck House is a National Historical Monument. It is a non-profit organization. Your gratuities are greatly appreciated. They are used to maintain the House and for scholarships.

 

Visit our "Best Cellar" gift shop featuring unique gifts. It was here that storyteller John Steinbeck related talks of ghosts to the neighborhood youngsters. The Best Cellar Gift Shop is open from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday.

 

$5 adult, $3 student with ID/retired military/seniors; free active military/younger than 6

Lunch is Served: Tuesday - Saturday 11:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. All lunch items are available for take-out

Entree $12.75 includes entre, soup or salad and rolls.
Large Soup & Large Salad $10.50
Soup or Salad & Sandwich $10.50
Whole Sandwich w/ Garnish $10.50
Dessert $ 5.00
Dessert & Coffee $ 7.00 (available after 1:00 p.m.)
Child's Meal $ 6.50

Ocean Film Festival
Make a Difference Media
A community festival will share the best of the film competition with the public, and will include presentations from filmmakers
Date: Every day (Aug 24-Aug 29)

Ocean lovers, film & photography aficionados get the rare opportunity to interact with heroes of the sea..... the explorers, filmmakers, photographers, scientists, artists, celebrities and environmental heroes all who are dedicated to stewardship of our oceans and the health of our BLUE planet.

BLUE'S festivities include:

* Screening of 60+ Award Winning Ocean Films
* Filmmaker "Behind the Scenes" & "The Making Of" Discussions
* Photography exhibits including some of the world's premier underwater photographers
* Enlightening Key Note Presentations & Conservation Seminars
* Lively VIP Parties & Social Events
* Fun Family Activities
* Educational Hands-On Exhibits

How to Do Blue

* Attend as a Film Festival participant
* Buy a Festival Pass
* Buy A Ticket to a single screening program

Online, By Phone: 831-324-0357 or in person 700 Cannery Row Unit GG Monterey

Learn about Foster Parenting
Family to Family
Learn about foster parenting
Date: The 4th Tues of every month at 6:30pm

Special Instructions: Also 2nd Tuesday

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.

 

 

"Twelve Months of Invasions"
Peace Resource Center
Every fourth Tuesday, the Center will show a film about a different war in which the United States has been involved.
Date: The 4th Tues of every month (Jan 26-Dec 28) at 6:00pm

Special Instructions: 6pm doors open; 6:30pm film rolls

"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.

Youth Music Monterey Auditions
Youth Music Monterey
Date: 08/28/2010 from 9:00am to 5:00pm

Youth Music Monterey Auditions
Auditions will be held August 28 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Registration deadline August 20

 

Are you talented, have a good ear, and really know how to make your instrument sing? Are you ready for some new and exciting performance opportunities? Then tryout for Youth Music Monterey! Membership is open by audition to students in Monterey County and beyond-from Salinas to Monterey, Seaside, Marina, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach and Carmel.

 

The orchestras perform three concerts during the school year at the Sunset Center in Carmel as well as Sherwood Hall in Salinas. This is a great opportunity for serious musicians to receive the high-caliber training they need for success in school music, college and other adult pursuits. For more information, please visit www.youthmusicmonterey.org or call 831-375-1992.

 

Dog Adoption Days
Peach of Mind Dog Rescue
Come and meet some of our adoptable dogs. Is there room in your life for me?
Date: Every Sa from 11:00am to 1:00pm

We hold adoption events on a regular basis throughout the area where you can come and meet some of our adoptable dogs. Please check back often to to find out where we'll be.

 

4th Saturday of the month, 11am-1pm: August 28, September 25, October 23 - Trader Joe's, 1170 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove

 

1st & 2nd Saturday of the month, 11am-1pm: September 4, September 11, October 2, October 9 - Pet Food Express, Rio Rd in the Crossroads Shopping Village, Carmel

3rd Saturday of the month, 11am-1pm: September 18, October 16, November 20 - The Raw Connection, 26549 Carmel Rancho Blvd, Carmel

Aromas Day
Aromas Eagles
Start with breakfast... live music all day, wonderful food, lots of goodies to find in our vendor booths and Art in the Park
Date: 08/29/2010 from 7:00am to 4:00pm

Aromas Day is a day of fun for everyone with live music all day, wonderful food, lots of goodies to find in our vendor booths and Art in the Park (Town Square Park) with wonderful artworks by the Aromas Hills Artisans. The day starts with a Grange Country-style Breakfast featuring eggs, pancakes, ham & sausage from 7-11am. Enjoy Pony Rides, Games for Kids and the Petting Zoo. See Classic Cars scale the climbing wall and try your hand at the dunk tank. There's a mix of acts on the Main Stage offering free entertainment all day long; the highlight of the day is the Parade through town at 2pm. Admission is FREE.

The day starts with a Grange Country-style Breakfast featuring eggs, pancakes, ham & sausage from 7-11am. Enjoy Pony Rides, Games for Kids and the Petting Zoo. See Classic Cars, scale the climbing wall and try your hand at the dunk tank. There's a mix of acts on the Main Stage offering free entertainment all day long; the highlight of the day is the Parade through town at 2pm.

 

Music
9am - High Hat Bill's Open Mic
10am - Watsonville Taiko Drummers
11am - Buffalo Canyon Band
12pm - 10th Avenue Band
1pm - Mariachi Hermanos Muratalla
2pm - Parade (click for application)
3pm - Malitia of Love

 

Admission Free! Beinvenidos a Todos! Map of Aromas

Jewish Food Festival
Congregation Beth Israel
Savory comfort foods, continuous musical entertainment
Date: 08/29/2010 from 10:30am to 4:30pm

The 23rd annual free Carmel event features "Jewish Food for the Soul." Congregation Beth Israel delights its guests with savory comfort foods, continuous musical entertainment from acts including internationally acclaimed folk duo Alisa Fineman and Kimball Hurd, Iraeli folk dancing and My Museum's Wheelie Mobiliee create hands-on, interactive experiences for the entire family. Visitors are encouraged to park at Carmel Middle School and take the frequent free shuttles to the Festival. Admission and parking are FREE. All proceeds from food sales will benefit Congregation Beth Israel's educational programs and charities.

 

For more information, contact Congregation Beth Israel (831) 624-2015 or visit www.carmelbethisrael.org.

Forest Theatre's Centennial Celebration
Forest Theatre
Come dressed as your favorite historical character
Date: 08/29/2010 from 3:30pm to 7:30pm

The City of Carmel is hosting a free "Centennial Celebration" for the historic Forest Theater on Sunday, August 29. Opening ceremonies will begin at 3:30 in Devendorf Park, followed by a Grand Procession from the park to the grounds of the Forest Theater.

 

Guests will enjoy complimentary Centennial hot dogs, a complimentary glass of wine with purchase of commemorative wine glass ($5), entertainers roaming the grounds, and a special show featuring performances by PacRep, The Forest Theater Guild, Children's Experimental Theater and the Carmel Performing Arts Academy.

 

Those in attendance are urged to dress as their favorite historical or theatrical figure and join in the Grand Procession. For additional information on the Centennial Celebration, call Carmel's City Hall at 620-2000.

 

Geometry Playground
Exploratorium
Geometry Made Fascinating!
Date: Every day (Aug 30-Sep 6)

The Geometry Playground will change the way you think about geometry. This traveling exhibition engages your hands, brain, and body in playful investigations of this most visible branch of math.

 

Explore the exhibition through these three experience-based themes: Playing, Moving, Fitting Things Together