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Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Calendar of Events
831-648-5360
Tuesdays—Year-round
Old
Monterey Market Place
Monterey: 831-655-8070
(Vendors call
831-655-2607)4-8pm April to October; 4-7pm October to March
Fresh produce, food stalls, Baker's Alley, plus arts, crafts,
collectibles.
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Sunday's, year-round
Marina's Certified
Farmers Market
Marina Village Shoppping Center
384-6961
www.everyonesharvest.org
10 a.m. TO 2 p.m.
Find fresh
produce, unique gifts, live music and much more at Marina Farmers'
Market.
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Thursdays and Fridays
Historic
Garden Tours
Monterey
831-649-3364
www.parks.ca.gov
Take a fascinating tour of Monterey's
best-kept secrets: its historic gardens. Learn about plant lore,
identification, and uses. The Historic Garden League leads 90-minute
walks, starting from the garden beside the Joseph Boston Store (Casa
del Oro), Pacific and Scott streets. Thursdays and Fridays, 10:30am;
groups should call in advance if they would like to arrange tours on
different days.
Thursdays—Year-round
Farmer's
Market
Monterey: 831-728-5060
Fresh produce and flowers
every Thursday from 2:30 until 6:00 p.m. at Monterey Peninsula
College lower parking lot.
Sundays March 5-October
Everyone's Harvest Farmer's Market
Marina: 831-384-6961
www.everyonesharvest.org
Fresh produce, baked and ethnic foods, cooking demonstrations, live
music, and crafts. Sundays from 10am to 2pm at the Marina Transit
Station, 280 Reservation Road.
Every Year during the first week of
December
for Five Nights, Wed - Sun
Streets of Bethlehem
Salinas
831-422-9872
www.1stbaptist.net
A living history interactive experience.
Over 200 cast members, numerous musical groups and even live animals
help bring this Christmas story to life. Gates will open half an
hour early on the first day for people with special needs.
Year-round
Third Thursday at Monterey Museum of Art
Monterey
831-372-5477
http://www.montereyart.org/
From 5-7pm on the 3rd Thursday of each
month, the Museum invites the public to enjoy a relaxed viewing of
the galleries with a glass of wine, and occasional music and hors
d'oeuvres.
Year-round
Historic Garden League
Tours
Monterey: 831-625-9854
http://www.historicgardenleague.org
Thursdays and Saturdays
at 10:00am
Call to make reservations or to receive more
information. Visit several gardens associated with Old Monterey
adobes and other historic buildings. Meet at Casa del Ora Garden. A
minimum donation of $5.00 per person goes toward upkeep of the
gardens.
Year-round
Monterey State
Historic Park
Monterey: 831-657-6348
www.parks.ca.gov
Free guided tours, plus many opportunities
to visit historic buildings and gardens. Call 657-6348 for tour
times and schedules, or pick up a schedule at Pacific House.
Year-round
Point Sur Lightstation Tours
Point Sur: 831-625-4419
www.parks.ca.gov
Three-hour guided walking tour of the
historic lightstation that guarded the Big Sur coast, offered
Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Reservations essential
as group size is limited.
Year-round
Tor House
and Hawk Tower Tours
Carmel
831-624-1813
www.torhouse.org
thf@torhouse.org
Now a National Historic Landmark, Tor House and Hawk Tower are open
for hourly tours throughout the year between 10am and 3 pm on
Fridays and Saturdays. Call for reservations: tours are limited to
six people (no children under 12).
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July 2008
Jun 3- Jul 5
Greater Tuna
Circle Theater
Carmel
831-622-0100
www.pacrep.org
The outrageous side-splitting comedy
about Texas’ third smallest town, Greater Tuna. Written by Jaston
Williams, Joe Sears and Ed Howard, Greater Tuna – where the Lions
Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies -is a tour-de-farce
performance by the two member cast that will have you rolling in the
aisles, as they portray all the citizens of Tuna - 20 of the
looniest characters ever to come out of the Lone Star State! Greater
Tuna is a knee-slapping evening of down home fun!
Jun 12 - Aug 28
Big Sur International Short Film Screening Series
Big Sur
Magnus or Eric at 831 667-2574
magnus@henrymiller.org
/ eric@henrymiller.org
On each Thursday through the summer at the Henry Miller Library.
Free every time.
July 3-6
Pebble Beach Summer Dressage Show
Pebble Beach
831-624-2756
www.ridepebblebeach.com
Jul 4
Community Fourth of July Parade
Monterey
831-646-3866
www.monterey.org
The day starts at 10 am with a gala parade down Alvarado Street, followed
by a barbecue picnic and live music on the lawn of historic Colton Hall
and fireworks over Monterey bay at 9:15 pm.
Jul 4
Living History Day in Old Monterey
Monterey
831-657-6348
www.monterey.org
Travel back in time and find out what life was like in the 1840s. At the
historic Cooper-Molera Adobe you will meet a gardener, cook, rancher,
soldier ad more. Or, try your hand at bowling. Activities and fun for all
ages.
Jul 4
Valley Heritage Day
King City
831-385-8020
www.mcarlm.org
It's a 4th of July from another era at the King City Independence Day
parade, complete with antique farm equipment, historic displays and a
classic car show and entertainment, food, games and crafts.
Jul 4
Pacific Grove City Fourth of July BBQ
Pacific Grove
831-373-3304
www.pacificgrove.org
Join the Chamber of Commerce and celebrate the 5th with an old-fashioned,
down-home BBQ in Caledonia Park. Great food, live entertainment and a
chance to visit with your neighbors.
Jul 5 - Aug 3
The Pebble Beach Equestrian Classics
Pebble Beach
831-624-2756
www.ridepebblebeach.com
Three weeks long and rated “AA,” classes range from Small Pony Hunters to
powerful Thoroughbreds and Warmbloods in the Jumper Classes, trying to
beat the clock. With charity luncheons, exhibitors parties, a vendor tent
pavilion featuring artwork, designer clothing and fine jewelry, there will
be something for everyone in this 60th celebration of equestrian sports in
Pebble Beach.
Jul 5 - 6
41st Annual Scottish Games and Celtic Festival
Toro Park
831-647-6311
www.montereyscotgames.com
A festival celebrating Scottish and Irish traditions and culture,
featuring bagpiping and drumming, clans, British food, special
entertainment and exciting competitions in Highland and Irish dancing,
pipe bands and athletics.
Jul 8 - 10
Lipizzaner's Horse Show
at Monterey Fairgrounds
www.lipizzaner.com
407 366-0366
Jul 10 - 14
Circus Vargas
at Monterey Fairgrounds
www.circusvargas.org
877-468-3861
Jul 11 - Sep 26
Jazz at the Plaza
Carmel Plaza
www.carmelplaza.com
(831) 624-1385.
Jazz at the Plaza is a twelve-week series on Friday evenings 5-7pm
featuring a different local winery and local musicians each week,
located in the beautiful Carmel Plaza courtyard.
Jul 12
Pride of Monterey Festival
at Monterey Fairgrounds
877-839-8407
www.montereypride.org
A non profit community organization dedicated to the celebration of the
lives of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) people. To
accomplish this ends, Pride of Monterey County creates and sponsors
activities and events that raise awareness of the LGBT community in
Monterey County.
Jul 12 - 13
Old Monterey Plein Air Painting and Art Promenade
Monterey
831-655-8070
www.oldmonterey.org
Watch painters busy at work in the lanes and byways all around Old
Monterey during this week-long celebration. Sunday, the art is on display
and for sale following a judged competition.
Jul 13
Annual House Tour
Carmel
831.624-4447
www.carmelheritage.org.
1PM - 5PM Take a self-guided tour through some of Carmel's historic
and charming homes. $25 in advance $30 the day of the Tour.
July 15-20
Pebble Beach Equestrian Classic
Pebble Beach
831-624-2756
www.ridepebblebeach.com
Jul 16
Professional Bull Riders
Salinas
800-771-8807
www.carodeo.com
The Professional Bull Riders are bucking into Salinas for a night
filled with rank bulls, high scores and big wrecks. The gates open
at 5pm, bull riding starts at 7pm. Tickets on sale March 31st.
Jul 17 - 20
98th
Annual California Rodeo Salinas
Salinas
800-771-8807
www.carodeo.com
The California Rodeo Salinas promises
edge-of-your-seat thrills for the entire family. Top professional
competitors show their skill at bull riding, bronc riding, team
roping, barrel racing and more. Enjoy parades, night shows, shopping
and great food during all four days of the California Rodeo Salinas
Jul 18 - 20
Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix and MotoGP World Championship
Laguna Seca, Monterey
800-327-SECA
www.laguna-seca.com
One of the top events in international motorcycling, the MotoGP World
Championship races into Monterey when Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca hosts the
Red Bull Grand Prix.
Jul 19
The Lynyrd Skynyrd Concert
Salinas Sports Complex
800-771-8807
www.carodeo.com
Jul 19 - Aug 9
Carmel Bach Festival
Carmel
831-624-2046
www.bachfestival.org
America's preeminent festival of Baroque music will celebrate its
71st
season with over 100 performers from around the world, performing in venues
including Sunset Center, Carmel Mission Basilica, Church in the Forest,
Pebble Beach, and All Saints Church, Carmel, Carmel Presbyterian church,
Church of the Wayfarer, Golden State Theater and The National
Steinbeck Center.
Jul 20
Lay Low Car Show
at Monterey Fairgrounds
www.streetlowmagazine.com
408 920-0997
July 22-27
Pebble Beach Equestrian Classic I
Pebble Beach
831-624-2756
www.ridepebblebeach.com
July 25-27
30th Annual Gilroy Garlic Festival
Christmas Hill Park,Gilroy
www.gilroygarlicfestival.com/
Whether you are a first-time visitor or a "seasoned" veteran, the
Gilroy Garlic Festival is always a fun and fragrant experience. Over
3 million honored guests have made the pilgrimage. Please join us in
celebrating this palate-pleasing herb at the 30th annual Gilroy
Garlic Festival
Jul 26
Feast of Lanterns
Pacific Grove
831-373-8295
www.pacificgrove.org
In keeping with tradition as old as the city itself, this is a community
celebration featuring the Feast of Salads, PG Birthday Cake, Pet parade,
street dancing, pageant, fireworks, entertainment and more!
Jul 26 - 27
Monterey Bay Theatre Fest
Monterey
831-622-0700
www.pacrep.org
Live stage productions, children's entertainment and arts and crafts fair
at the historic Custom House Plaza
Jul 27
Moss Landing Antique Street Fair
Moss Landing
831-633-4501
www.mosslandingchamber.com
Stroll through this historic fishing village to browse through thousands
of antiques and collectibles brought here by over 200 dealers from all
over the West Coast.
Jul 28
Carmel Valley Fiesta Golf Tournament
Carmel Valley Ranch
Information: 644-6180
Join us on Monday when we will team up with approximately 36
talented Junior golfers in the FIESTA TOURNAMENT FOR CHAMPIONS
July 29 - August 3
Pebble Beach Equestrian Classic II
Pebble Beach
831-624-2756
www.ridepebblebeach.com
Jul 31 - Aug 2
Spirit West Coast
Lagna Seca Recreation Area, Monterey
831-443-5399
www.spiritwestcoast.org
Spirit West Coast is the premier annual Christian music festival on the
West Coast. Enjoy over 60 performers, camping, and activities of all ages.
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August 2008
Jun 12 - Aug 28
Big Sur International Short Film Screening Series
Big Sur
Magnus or Eric at 831 667-2574
magnus@henrymiller.org
/ eric@henrymiller.org
On each Thursday through the summer at the Henry Miller Library.
Free every time.
Thursdays
12th Annual "Musical Marketplace"
Monterey
1-888-I-Shop-DM
www.delmontecenter.com
The Del Monte Shopping Center presents an extraordinary concert lineup for
the 12th Annual Musical Marketplace benefit concert series, a true
celebration of Monterey County. The 2008 series will be held every
Thursday in August. For a $10 donation ($5 for kids) to the hosting
non-profit, guests will enjoy live jazz/blues performances, tapas-style
dining from Del Monte Center restaurants, wine tasting by award-winning
Monterey County wineries and a commemorative wine glass.
Jul 11 - Sep 26
Jazz at the Plaza
Carmel Plaza
www.carmelplaza.com
(831) 624-1385.
Jazz at the Plaza is a twelve-week series on Friday evenings 5-7pm
featuring a different local winery and local musicians each week,
located in the beautiful Carmel Plaza courtyard.
Aug 2 & 3
Monterey Bay Strawberry Festival
Watsonville
For more information
events@ci.watsonville.ca.us
Aug 2 & 3
Carmel Valley Fiesta
Carmel Valley
831-659-4502
www.carmelvalleykiwanis.com
A family-oriented fiesta, with games, train ride, dog show, parade, arts
and crafts, continuous entertainment, silent auction, raffles, good food
and dance.
Aug 2
Monterey Beer Festival
Monterey Fairgrounds
(831) 372-5863
www.montereybeerfestival.com
Come on down to the Monterey Fairgrounds for the greatest assortment of
beer ever assembled on the Central Coast. Sample varied styles from over
fifty breweries. There will be light beer, dark beer, all types of ales,
bitters, cider, mead, Belgian beer, German beer; Japanese beer; every
style of beer.
Jul 19 - Aug 9
Carmel Bach Festival
Carmel
831-624-2046
www.bachfestival.org
America's preeminent festival of Baroque music will celebrate its
71st
season with over 100 performers from around the world, performing in venues
including Sunset Center, Carmel Mission Basilica, Church in the Forest,
Pebble Beach, and All Saints Church, Carmel, Carmel Presbyterian church,
Church of the Wayfarer, Golden State Theater and The National
Steinbeck Center.
Aug 9
Third Annual "Back to School Festival"
Monterey
831-751-1678
www.mbaykids.com/backtoschool.asp
Over 45 Monterey County wineries will pour new releases and special wines
in Monterey's Custom House Plaza. Also featuring educational seminars,
barrel building, live music and silent auction.
Aug 9
16th Annual Winemaker's Celebration
Monterey
831-375-9400
www.montereywines.org
Over 45 Monterey County wineries will pour new releases and special wines
in Monterey's Custom House Plaza. Also featuring educational seminars,
barrel building, live music and silent auction.
Aug 12
2008 Carmel-by-the-Sea Concours on the Avenue
Carmel-by-the-Sea
831-620-2020
www.carmelcalifornia.com
Carmel's Ocean Avenue will be closed to traffic and 14 blocks will be
filled with over 130 collector cars built between 1946-1971 that are not
usually shown during Classic Car Week.
Aug 12 - 13
Automobilia Monterey
Monterey
831-659-1551
www.automobiliamonterey.com
Only original vintage auto collectables from the finest international
dealers at the Embassy Suites.
Aug 12 - 17
Monterey County Fair
Monterey
831-372-5863
www.montereycountyfair.com
The County Fair is always fun for all, with livestock exhibitions,
entertainment, live music, amusement midway and delicious foods.
Aug 13 - 17
2008 Blackhawk Collection Exposition at Pebble Beach
Pebble Beach
925-736-3444 or 702-835-576
www.blackhawkcollection.com
Historic & Classic Automobile Exposition Sale. Presentation of a variety
of cars indicative of the quality, rarity and diversity of the 400 car
inventory the Blackhawcollection can offer you throughout the year.
Aug 14
2008 Pebble Beach Tour d'Elegance
Pebble Beach
831-622-1700
www.pebblebeachconcours.net
Presented by Rolex, the annual driving event when cars leave Collins Field
in Pebble Beach and head down parts of 17-mile Drive and Hwy 1, arriving
in Carmel-by-the-Sea.
Aug 15
Pebble Beach RetroAuto
Pebble Beach
831-622-1700
www.pebblebeachconcours.net
Featuring rare automotive collectibles and memorabilia, as well as the
latest luxury goods and technological tools. Exhibitors include historic
automobilia, auto parts, original poster art, books & literature, fine
art, photography & posters, as well as various luxury items.
Aug 15 - 16
Monterey Sports Car Auction
Monterey
800-211-4371
www.rmauctions.com
One of the world's largest sports car auctions, featuring 180 classic
sports and race cars. Viewing available over three days.
Aug 15 - 17
35th Rolex Monterey
Historic Automobile Races
Laguna Seca, Monterey
800-327-SECA
www.montereyhistoric.com/
www.laguna-seca.com
The Monterey Historics bring out the best of racing's past, from pre-war
racers adorned with nameplates like Bugatti and Alfa-Romeo to 70ss and 80s
rocket ships from Lola and McLaren.
Aug 16
First Day Festival
Salinas
831-751-1678
www.mbaykids.com/backtoschool.asp
This event will showcase activities, programs, educational support,
resources and organizations to help school age children succeed in the
coming school year. Free to the public and will host more than 75 booths
at Northridge Mall. Aug 16
& 17
The Pebble Beach Auction presented by Gooding & Company
Pebble Beach
Equestrian Center
310-899-1960
www.goodingco.com
A renowned auction of
the finest collectible automobiles. Viewing available from
August 14. Aug 17
Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
Pebble Beach
831-622-1700
www.pebblebeachconcours.net
This spectacular event exhibits some of the most unique prewar and postwar
marques along with the latest in concept car designs.
Aug. 21 - Sept. 28
The Wizard of Oz
Carmel-By-The-Sea
Box office: 831-622-0100; toll free 866-622-0709
www.pacrep.org
By L Frank Baum, music by Harold Arlen and
E.Y. Harburg, director TBA
Forest Theater
Aug 23
CHOMP Cancer Survivor's Day
Monterey
831-625-4753
www.chomp.org/news
Aug 27 - 28
The First Tee Open
Pebble Beach
831-649-1533
www.thefirstteeopen.com
The Wal-Mart First Tee Open at Pebble Beach showcases the talent and
character of young people who participate at The First Tee facilities
worldwide. An official Champions Tour event, the tournament pairs one
junior with a Champions Tour player and two amateurs.
Aug 30-31 & Sept 1
Greek Festival
Monterey
831-424-4434
www.stjohn-monterey.org
An ethnic festival featuring authentic Greek food, live music, traditional
dancing, a taverna and crafts.
Aug 30 - Sep 1
Monterey Bay ReggaeFest
Monterey
831-394-6534
www.mbayreggaefest.net
Enjoy well-known and up-and-coming reggae artists who fill two stages over
two days at the Monterey County Fairgrounds. Also includes great island
cooking, arts and crafts, kids play area, Reggae Lounge and a Rastafari
Museum of Culture. Aug 31
Jewish Food Festival
Carmel Valley
831-624-2015
www.carmelbethisrael.org
A celebration of Jewish foods like latkes and bialys, strudel and
kugelhopf, plus Jewish culture: Klezmer music, crafts, cooking demos, folk
dancing, art exhibits and more.
TBD
Turkish Festival
Monterey
831-655-7509
www.taaca.org
A celebration of Turkish culture and arts, featuring live music and folk
dances, dance workshops, belly dancing, crafts, delicious food, and
activities for children.
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September 2008
Jul 11 - Sep 26
Jazz at the Plaza
Carmel Plaza
www.carmelplaza.com
(831) 624-1385.
Jazz at the Plaza is a twelve-week series on Friday evenings 5-7pm
featuring a different local winery and local musicians each week,
located in the beautiful Carmel Plaza courtyard.
Aug 30 - Sep 1
Monterey Bay ReggaeFest
Monterey
831-394-6534
www.mbayreggaefest.net
Enjoy well-known and up-and-coming reggae artists who fill two stages over
two days at the Monterey County Fairgrounds. Also includes great island
cooking, arts and crafts, kids play area, Reggae Lounge and a Rastafari
Museum of Culture. Aug 30-31 &
Sept 1
Greek Festival
Monterey
831-424-4434
www.stjohn-monterey.org
An ethnic festival featuring authentic Greek food, live music, traditional
dancing, a taverna and crafts.
Sept 5-7
Cherry's Jubilee
Monterey
831-759-1836
www.svmh.com
Over 1000 classic cars from 1972 and older on display. Join the fun or sit
back and watch the "show'n'shine" cruises down Cannery Row and Monterey,
manufacturer's midway, and great food and entertainment. Sep 7 - 10
27th Annual Steinbeck Festival
Salinas
831-775-4721
www.steinbeck.org
Four days of films, speakers, panels, theater, and bus or walking tours,
all celebrating John Steinbeck, most famous son of Salinas.
Sep 9 - 14
Pebble Beach Strides & Tides Horse
Show
Pebble Beach
831-624-2756
www.ridepebblebeach.com
Casual, fun-filled equestrian event before the championships later in the
fall. Level A horse show featuring hunter jumping and horses from all over
California.
Sep 12 - 14
The Triathalon at Pacific Grove
Pacific Grove
831-373-0678
www.tricalifornia.com
Olympic distance event consists of a swim course at Lovers Point, a bike
course to Asilomar State Beach, and a run to Monterey Bay Aquarium. 1,600
Triathletes from all over the world.
Sept 14
Gary Ibsen's Carmel TomatoFest
Carmel
www.tomatofest.com
Located at the Custom House Plaza, Italian music, bocce competitions, arts
and crafts, delicious Italian food. The festival always concludes with a
procession to the water front and blessing of the fleet.
Sep 19
Taste of the Valley
Salinas
424-7611
www.salinaschamber.com
This food and wine festival is part of "A Salute to Agriculture" and
boasts the bounty of Salinas Valley with gourmet recipes, Monterey County
wines and floral displays.
Sep 20
California Coastal Cleanup Day
Monterey
800-COAST4U
www.coastforyou.org
Help break the Guinness Book World Record held in California for the most
volunteers cleaning up garbage in one state in this kick-off event for
COASTWEEK, three weeks of environmentally minded events.
Sep 19 - 21
Monterey Jazz Festival
Monterey
925-275-9255
www.montereyjazzfestival.org
Nonstop jazz at the oldest continuous jazz festival in the world. Top
names in jazz, plus colorful gifts, food, jazz photo and art exhibits,
jazz clinics, seminars and more.
Sep 25
Fashion Show/Community Auction
Pacific Grove
831-373-3304
www.pacificgrove.org
A Fashion Show by eight PG Boutiques and Community Auction. More than 120
donations of trips, restaurant certificates, accommodations & golf
packages will be auctioned off to support the Chamber. Held at Asilomar
Conference Grounds from 5:30-10 pm, the event includes dinner & live
entertainment.
Sep 26
Harvest Wine Seminar
Carmel Valley
www.chateaujulien.com
Experience the excitement of harvest first-hand with Winemakers Bill and
Marta. Grapes will be crushed on site with a dramatic arrival directly
from the vineyard. A family-style dinner to follow in the cellar with the
winemaking crew. Our most popular event of the year! Friday 7:00pm - Grape
Crush, 8:00pm - Dinner: $80 per person.
Jul 11 - Sep 26
Jazz at the Plaza
Carmel
831-624-0137
www.carmelplaza.com
Derek Smith & Steel Pan with San Saba Vineyards. Entertainment is free
with a wine program offered at $15 per week showcasing a different local
winery form The Monterey Peninsual region. Must be 21 years of age to
consume. 5-7 PM
Sep 26
- 28
Monterey Bay Birding Festival
Monterey
831-763-5600
www.montereybaybirding.org
An incredible diversity of birds - The fourth annual birding festival is a
three day event. Highlights include field trips to Pinnacles, Big Sur, the
North Coast of Santa Cruz, boat trips on Monterey Bay, talks by renowned
avian biologists and workshops. The trips range in price from $10-20.
Sept 27-28
Corona AMA Superbike Championships
Laguna Seca, Monterey
800-327-SECA
www.laguna-seca.com
The defending champion will lead the best that Yamaha, Suzuki, Honda and
Kawasaki have to offer in the Corona AMA Superbike Championships. Support
will be offered in the form of the AMA's Supersport, Superstock and
Formula Xtreme classes. The two-day event will feature all four classes of
AMA Superbike racing.
Sep 27 - 28
California International Airshow
Salinas
Municipal Airport
831-754-1983
www.salinasairshow.com
Prepare to be dazzled by US
Airforce Thunderbirds. Julie Clark’s American Aerobatics
The Collaborators, and much more
Sep 27 - 28
CV Gem & Mineral Show
Monterey
831-417-7477
www.cvgms.com
Gems, minerals, fossils and all manner of tools necessary for the lapidary
arts, plus award-winning exhibits of private collections.
Sept
27-28
19th Annual Monterey County Artists Studio Tour
Monterey
831-622-9060
www.montereystudiotour.com
A countywide event that allows the public rare access to both well known
and emerging artists and their work. This year’s self-guided tour
represents 90 of the areas artists. This is a unique opportunity to
experience the processes, techniques and vast approaches to a wide range
of mediums in art.
Sep 28
Carmel Mission Fiesta
Carmel
831-624-8322
www.carmelmission.org
Featuring a variety of international musical entertainment, children's
games, Farmer's Market, fabulous barbecue and shopping galore at local
artisans' booths.
TBD
Festa Italia - Santa Rosalia Festival
Monterey
831-625-9623
Located at the Custom House Plaza, Italian music, bocce competitions, arts
and crafts, delicious Italian food. The festival always concludes with a
procession to the water front and blessing of the fleet.
TBD
15th Annual Old Monterey Seafood & Music Festival
Monterey
831-655-8070
www.oldmonterey.org
Local fresh seafood, including clam chowder, salmon, shrimp and sushi,
live music and crafts, all around Custom House Plaza and Alvarado Street TBD
47th annual Great Sandcastle Contest
Carmel
831-620-2020
www.carmelcalifornia.com
Contestants start at 8 a.m. and judging takes place at 2 p.m. on Carmel
Beach. This event is co-sponsored by the American Institute of Architects,
Monterey Bay Chapter and the city of Carmel. The theme will be announced
two weeks before the event date. Free.
TBD
Underwater Explorers
Monterey
831-648-4800
www.montereybayaquarium.org
Get in gear for a really great time in the Great Tide Pool this
summer—surface SCUBA gear, that is! What do you need to do? Just be a kid
(aged 8 to 13) who knows how to swim. The aquarium does the rest: Provides
gear to make you unsinkable, guides to tell you what’s what and how’s how,
and, of course, the tide pool itself filled with all sorts of incredible
creatures for you to meet. TBD
Apple Day at The Farm
Salinas Valley
831-455-2575
www.thefarm-salinasvalley.com
Take a page from Johnny Appleseed's book, with this practical day devoted
to America's favorite fruit, offering expert advice on pruning, grafting
and harvesting your apple trees. TBD
Salute to Agriculture
Salinas
831-424-7611
www.salutetoag.com
Promises to be the most spectacular convergence of Salinas Valley fresh
produce, wine, restaurants and celebrity chefs ever assembled. Featuring:
"Earth to Eats", pairing award winning celebrity chefs with the regions
bounty; "Taste of the Valley" Taste fresh, new recipes from the farms and
ranches of the Salinas Valley in partnership with local restaurants and
wineries;"AgriBusiness Day Tours" Experience one of a kind access to
cutting edge agricultural operations as you tour the famous "Salad Bowl of
the World". Steinbeck Center TBD
9th Annual Oldtown's Passport to Cherry's
Salinas
831-758-0725
www.oldtownsalinas.com
“Passport to Cherry’s” gives the public a chance to “Taste all the
Flavors” of Downtown Salinas with a one-time “Passport”, ($20 for adults,
$10 for children under 12). Pass-holders will be able to try tasty menu
samples from participating Oldtown restaurants while enjoying live
entertainment along the streets, a special Oldtown Salinas Marketplace, a
Motorcycle Show ‘n’ Shine, and an abundance of classic cars along Main
Street. TBD
2009 Carmel Dog Calendar Casting Call
Carmel
(831) 646-9200
www.carmeldogcalendar.com
Hosted by Erin Clark with judges Walt deFaria, Denny LeVett & Sherrie
McCullough. Casting call judges will select 12 lucky dogs to be
professionally photographed for the 2nd Annual Carmel Dog Calendar
sponsored by BARk, the dog culture magazine. Entry fee $10. 50% of the
proceeds will benefit The SPCA of Monterey County.
TBD
"Hot Tomato Night" Dinner at Quail Lodge
Carmel Valley
800-965-4827
www.tomatofest.com
As highlight to the Carmel TomatoFest this is an exclusive VIP
dinner/dance at Quail Lodge Resort, with delicious cuisine created by our
honored Celebrity Chef, plenty of musical entertainment and surprise
guests. Considered “the finest dinner of the year.” Limited to 160
persons. TBD
3rd Annual Barnyard Customer Appreciation Day
Carmel
831-624-8886
To thank customers for 32 years of support of the Barnyard Shopping
Village. Assortment of food from 8 of the Barnyard's International
restaurants; wine from 4 premier wineries; live music; a silent auction
and live SPCA adoptions. All proceeds, including the silent auction and $5
donations will benefit the SPCA.
TBD
3rd Annual San Carlos Avenue Jazz Party
Carmel
831-624-6432
www.krml.com
A block party on San Carlos in Carmel. LIVE MUSIC, free refreshments, and
fun at all participating shops, galleries and restaurants on the
avenue.11am-5PM free food and beverages…then stay with us for an evening
concert in our unique venue.
TBD
23rd Annual Seaside Jazz Art Show
Seaside
831-899-6805
With appetizers, wine, silent auction and music by Tommy Castro. $25
advance/$30 at the door. Advance tickets at the Oldemeyer Center, Do Re Mi
Music in Carmel and Plume's Coffee Shop in Monterey.
TBD
Junior League of Monterey County's 54rd annual fundraiser
Pebble Beach
831-375-5356
www.jlmontereycounty.org
Silent and live auctions, dinner, raffles, dancing and casino gaming at
Spanish Bay. Attire is casino couture. $110. Proceeds benefit the JLMC's
community projects with local children's and women's organizations, and
volunteer training and education programs for JLMC members.
TBD
Historic Garden League's "History in Bloom"
Monterey
831-625-2909
Tickets are $35 and include garden tours, plant and herb sale, lunch, wine
tasting and a program that includes floral arranging with Anne Patrick,
cooking with Wendy Brodie, information on citrus plants by Don Dillon,
Jill Himonas from the Wild Bird Center of Monterey and Al Graham – Your
Garden Answer Man. Casa del Oro and Memory Gardens.
TBD
The Carmel Authors & Ideas Festival
Carmel
831-620-2048
www.carmelauthors.com
The 2nd annual Carmel Authors & Ideas Festival will present more than 30
authors, winners of virtually every prestigious literary award including
the New York Times Best Seller's List and the Pulitzer & Nobel prizes.
Seating limited.
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October 2008
Weekends
Wild Things Nighttime Tour
Salinas
831-455-1901
www.wildthings.com
Enjoy a unique Halloween tour through Wild Things animal facility. Stroll
through decorated grounds, while costumed tour guides tell myths about
exotic wild animals. Refreshments follow with a photo opportunity with
"spooky" Halloween animals.
Oct 3 - 19
Comedy of Errors
Carmel-By-The-Sea
Box office: 831-622-0100; toll free 866-622-0709
www.pacrep.org
Shake-speare, directed by Kenneth Kelleher - Circle Theatre
Oct 3 - Oct 19
Romeo and Juliet
Carmel-By-The-Sea
Box office: 831-622-0100; toll free 866-622-0709
www.pacrep.org
Shake-speare Directed by Stephen Moorer -
Forest Theater Oct 4
Butterfly Parade and Bazaar
Pacific Grove
831-646-6548
www.pacificgrove.org
Each year students and teachers dress in costume for a parade that
celebrates the return of the Monarch butterfly to Pacific Grove, followed
by the Butterfly Bazaar at Robert Down School.
Oct 5
Historic Home Tour
Pacific Grove
831-373-3304
www.pacificgrove.org
A tour of prime and selected Victorian and historic homes, bed & breakfast
inns, and churches. Docents provide a history of each location,
highlighting Pacific Grove’s traditional hospitality.
Oct 10 - 12
Robinson Jeffers Tor House Foundation Fall Festival
Carmel
831-624-1813
www.torhouse.org
Annual event includes re-enactments, special readings, speakers, theatre,
music, benefit luncheon, sunset celebration, guided beach walks and more,
all celebrating the life and works of early 20th century poet Robinson
Jeffers. Oct 10 - 12
17th Annual Big Sur Jade Festival
Big Sur
831-659-3857
Celebrate the two jewels of Big Sur - the south coast and magnificent
jade. Enjoy jade, gems, woodcarving, live music and barbecue at the
Pacific Valley School along scenic Highway 1, 65 miles south of Monterey
and 35 miles north of Hearst Castle.
Oct 11 - 12
KidFest
Monterey
831-372-5863
www.montereycountyfair.com
October 12 (Sun.)
Fiesta del Mar
www.montereybayaquarium.org
(10
a.m.-6 p.m.)
Join us for Fiesta del Mar, a
celebration of Latin American culture and ocean conservation. There
will be bilingual feeding shows, live Latin music performances, and
the highlight of the day—the "Heroe del Medio Ambiente" (Hero of the
Environment) award ceremony. Children 12 and under will be admitted
free all day.
Oct 16 & 18
32nd Annual Monterey Wine Festival
Monterey
888-814-WINE
www.montereywine.com
Enjoy the finest wines from California and beyond at the
32nd Annual
Monterey Wine Festival. Tastings, educational seminars, and cooking
demonstrations abound at various sites throughout Monterey.
Oct 17-19
Monterey Sports Car Championships
Laguna Seca, Monterey
800-327-SECA
www.laguna-seca.com
Look for BMWs, Audis, Porsches, Vipers and Corvettes, driven by the stars
of sports car racing.
Oct 19
5th annual Monterey House Tour
Monterey
831.646.5601
www.monterey.org/library
The Friends of the Monterey Public Library will host its 5th annual
Monterey House Tour, Homes from the Past, as part of Historic
Monterey's HistoryFest, on Sunday, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Proceeds from the tour benefit the Monterey Public Library. Tickets
are $20 in advance or $25 on the day of the tour. Purchase tickets
at the Library or request tickets by telephone.
Oct 24-26
A.C.E. EXPO (Alternative Construction & Energy)
Santa Cruz County
Fairgrounds
(831) 883-3750 AMBAG, Rebecca Lorentz
rlorentz@ambag.org
(Association of
Monterey Bay Area Governments)
www.ambag.org
This event will present information on
sustainable alternative techniques and materials for affordable,
environment-friendly construction, energy and landscaping systems
through interactive demonstrations, discussion forums and product
resource booths.
Oct 25 - 26
FallFest Holiday Gift Faire
Monterey
831-622-0700
www.pacrep.org
Original hand-made arts and crafts exhibition and sale at the Custom House
Plaza, all artist will be present. Come to see the artistic talent on
display while also enjoying food, drink and family entertainment.
Oct 25
Carmel's 91st Birthday
Carmel
831-620-2020
www.carmelcalifornia.com
Join Carmelites as they celebrate the city's birthday with a parade and
barbecue. Oct 29 - Nov 2
Pebble Beach Equestrian Championships
Pebble Beach
831-624-2756
www.ridepebblebeach.com
Grand finale to the horse show season in Pebble Beach.
Oct 31
5th Annual Pumpkin Pandemonium
Monterey
831-373-2705
www.delmontecenter.com
Del Monte Center will hold its fun and festive Pumpkin Pandemonium and
Community Trick-o-Treat on Halloween. Costumed children are invited to
compete in the Costume Contests, create pumpkin-inspired fare at
arts-and-crafts booths, and trick-o-treat throughout the center's 85
retail shops. Oct 31
Halloween Bal Masque
Big Sur
831-667-2345
www.nepenthebigsur.com
Come to dine and dance beneath the moon on the terrace of Nepenthe, one of
Big Sur's signature dining spots, at the annual masked costume party.
Proceeds benefit the Big Sur volunteer fire brigade.
TBD
Fall Birding Excursion Moss Landing
Moss Landing
831-633-5555
See thousands of birds on their fall migration through Elkhorn Slough.
Professional birders will combine bird facts with tips for identifying the
various bird species. Relax and enjoy observing these birds from the
comfort of a roomy, stable pontoon boat. Workshop is $38 and includes a
refreshment.
TBD
Big Sur River Run
Big Sur
831-624-4112
www.bigsurriverrun.org/
10K foot race and 5K walk amongst the redwoods and along the Big Sur River
to benefit local charities.
TBD
Chef Dinner Series
Monterey
831-648-4967
www.montereybayaquarium.org
Join Aquarium Executive Chef Dory Ford for a dinner featuring sustainable
local seafood, produce and natural meats, paired with some of California’s
finest pinot noirs. Seating is limited. $85.00 for members and their
guests, $95.00 for non-members.
TBD
St. Angela's Children's Center Annual Fall Festival
Monterey
375-3555
Live and silent auction, tri-tip feast catered by Mansmith's Barbecue, a
children's carnival, music, $1,000 Raffle and more. $15 for adults and 5
for children (ages 12 and under) for the barbecue.
TBD
Harvest Festival
Carmel Valley
625-6219
www.ebfarm.com
Pile 'em high in Earthbound's pumpkin stacking competition, or win your
own pile of pumpkins in our famous Pumpkin Scramble. Learn how to carve a
unique pumpkin with carver Tami Williams and taste some of the many
varieties of organic pumpkins we grow. Children can find the "needle" in
the haystack, race rolling pumpkins, listen to spooky stories in the tepee
and paint their faces. We'll feature live music, train rides, farm tours,
and hay rides with the Belgians draft horse team throughout the day.
TBD
California Constitution Day
Monterey
646-5640
www.monterey.org/museum
Screenings of the award-winning re-enactment of California's first
Constitutional Convention in Monterey. Free, but reservations required.
TBD
Marina Air Fare
Marina
www.marina-airfaire.com/
Display of vintage, experimental, contemporary aircraft and warbirds at
the Marina Municipal Airport. Living history from soldiers, sailors and
airmen. Games and chili cook-off. Free.
TBD
Monterey Music Summit
Monterey
831-324-0767
www.joefletcherpresents.com
The Monterey Music Summit is a multi-medium, interactive arts festival
that serves as a forum for new thought and inspired intervention regarding
the critical political and social issues of our time.
TBD
Monterey County Ag Ed Farm Day
Monterey
831-455-8177
www.montereycountyfair.com
TBD
History Fest Monterey
Monterey
831-649-2900
www.historicmonterey.org
A ten-day celebration of the history of Monterey, from the native
populations who lived here first through the arrival of the Americans.
Lots of fun for everyone, with hands-on kids programs, exclusive house and
garden tours, special exhibits, historical films, and stimulating lectures
and workshops. TBD
5th Annual Historic House Tour
Monterey
831 646-5601
www.monterey.org/library
Hosted by the Friends of the Monterey Public Library, this is a
self-guided walking tour of some of Monterey's most interesting vintage
homes. Tickets may be purchased at the library in advance $20. Proceeds
benefit the library. TBD
Taste of Carmel
Carmel
831 624-2522
www.carmelcalifornia.org
Annual celebration of all of Carmel's great restaurants and wineries. $80
in advance. $95 at the door. Tickets on sale now at the Visitor Center.
TBD
5th Annual Sail Boat Regatta
Monterey
831-372-6668
www.ccvna.com
Benefit on the Bay for VNA afternoon sailboat regatta and evening luau,
auction at Monterey Peninsula Yacht Club to benefit Central Coast Visiting
Nurse Association and Hospice
TBD
6th Annual Bernardus Wine Dinner
Carmel Valley
831-658-3550
www.bernardus.com
Join Chef Cal Stamenov for a 5-course autumn inspired dinner paired with
new release Bernardus wines. Dinner is hosted by Bernardus Lodge Wine
Director Mark Jensen and Bernardus Winemaker Dean DeKorth.
TBD
Celebrate with la Playa Hotel: Harvest Moon Dinner
Carmel
831-624-4010
www.laplayahotel.com
Join us for a remarkable evening of fine dining, great wines and the
ambience of dining under the stars in our beautiful gazebo.
TBD
7th annual Teddy Bear Run by ABATE to benefit the Visiting Nurse
Association
Monterey
831-373-0763
www.ccvna.com
35 Motorcyclists to bring stuffed toys for Visiting Nurse Association
pediatric patients Sign in 9 am 2033 Del Monte, Run starts 11 am ; Biker
lunch 1pm, Monterey Elks Lodge.
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Oct 29 Nov 2
Pebble Beach Equestrian Championship
Pebble Beach
831-624-2756
www.ridepebblebeach.com
Grand finale to the horse show season in Pebble Beach.
Nov 6 - Nov 16
Hyperion Project
Carmel-By-The-Sea
Box office: 831-622-0100; toll free 866-622-0709
www.pacrep.org
Original play winner, directed by Dan Gotch - Golden Bough Theatre
Nov 7 - 9
12th Annual Great Wine Escape Weekend
Monterey
831-375-9400
www.montereywines.org
Celebrate the harvest of Monterey County wineries and restaurants as they
roll out the red carpet for a weekend of self-guided and narrated bus
tours, open houses,, winemaker dinners and live entertainment.
Nov 9
Big Sur Half Marathon and Run Forest Run 5K
Monterey
831-625-6226
www.bigsurhalfmarathon.org
This half marathon features a scenic, flat fast course that loops around
Fisherman's Wharf, Cannery Row and the Pacific grove coastline.
Nov 15
Homecrafters' Marketplace
Carmel
831-620-2020
www.carmelcalifornia.com
A judged show of the creations made by artists and craftspeople in
Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz counties. Superb holiday shopping!
Nov 18 - 23
Callaway Golf Pebble Beach
Invitational
Pebble Beach
831-625-8575
www.pebblebeach.com
Enjoy the world famous golf links on the Monterey Peninsula: Del Monte
Golf Course, Pebble Beach Golf Links and Spyglass Hill Golf Course.
November 23
“Miracle on Del Monte Center”
Monterey
831-633-4444
www.delmontecenter.com
It's holiday time and guess who's coming to town…not only for photos
with his fans, but to star in a fabulously festive musical of merriment?
Santa takes center stage in “Santastic! Santa’s Fantastic Musical Revue”
and proves why he gets to wear the big red suit! In this most enjoyable
presentation, Santa leads four elves in songs, stories and dances
retelling the most beloved scenes and melodies. The audience will be
invited to join in a holiday sing-along before Santa heads to his
Workshop. All kids who visit Santa in his workshop on November 23rd will
receive a pair of plush antlers.
Nov
29-30
Gem Faire
(503) 252-8300
www.gemfaire.com
TBD
28th Annual Big Sur Harvest & Craft Fair
Big Sur
831-667-2557
Not a high fluting snobby art fair and not a lousy country funky crummy
craft show. It is a unique collection of Artists of Big Sur and their
friends from the outlying areas who craft or practice their arts the year
around. The show starts off with a potluck, which gives to this show a
family feeling.
TBD
Holiday Tree Lighting, Carmel
Carmel
831-620-2020
www.carmelcalifornia.com
Annual holiday celebration, tree lighting and entertainment. Held on Ocean
Ave and Devendorf Park. 5 PM.
TBD
Holiday Parade of Lights, Salinas
Salinas
www.oldtownsalinas.com
Join in the holiday fun on the brightest night of the year! A host of
holiday revelers weave through Oldtown by float, car, horse or foot in
this fantastic winter tradition. This year the theme is “One City, Many
Cultures.” Special thanks to summit partner NESTech Management Group for
their generous sponsorship of the parade.
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Dec 1
Pacific Grove Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Pacific Grove
831-373-3304
www.pacificgrove.org
Festivities at Jewell Park include live entertainment by school bands and
choruses, followed by caroling and refreshments at Chautauqua Hall and
Santa’s first visit!
Dec 2 - 3
Christmas at the Inns
Pacific Grove
831-373-3304
www.pacificgrove.org
Visit 10 bed & breakfast inns decorated for the holidays in Victoria-era
splendor. Limited number of tickets sold. Entertainment and light
refreshments served.
Dec 3-7
Streets of Bethlehem
Salinas
831-422-9872
www.1stbaptist.net
A living history interactive experience. Over 200 cast members, numerous
musical groups and even live animals help bring this Christmas story to
life.
Dec 4
7th Annual Holiday Parade of Lights
Pacific Grove
831-373-3304
www.pacificgrove.org
Lighted parade will feature marching bands, holiday floats, dance teams,
equestrian groups, and of course, Santa Claus. After the parade, stores
will remain open for Holiday shopping & wagon rides, photos with Santa &
carolers.
Dec 5
Monterey Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Monterey
831-646-5640
Gather on the lawn outside Colton Hall to watch the lighting of the town's
tree, live music, caroling and good cheer abound!
Dec 5
Carmel Plaza Holiday Open House
Carmel
www.carmelplaza.com
6pm (immediately following the City of
Carmel Tree Lighting at Devendorf Park) The Holiday Open House
kicks off the season’s holiday festivities complete with food,
drinks, live music, raffle prizes and more!
Dec 5 - 7
9th Annual Monterey Cowboy Poetry and Music Festival
Monterey
800-722-9652
www.montereycowboy.com
The best cowboy poets and balladeers are featured in a 3-day weekend event
also showcasing western artists and gear makers.
Dec 6
15th Annual Stillwell’s Snow in the Park
Pacific Grove
831-373-3304
www.pacificgrove.org
Caledonia Park in downtown PG behind the Post Office will be covered in a
blanket of snow & decorated with twinkling lights. Lots of wintry fun for
all! Featuring Santa’s arrival on a shiny PG fire truck, Frosty the
Snowman, Snow Queen, hayrides, petting zoo & lots of entertainment.
December 6 - 7
WinterFest Holiday Gift Faire
Monterey
831-622-0700
www.pacrep.org
Original hand-made arts and crafts exhibition and sale at the Custom
House Plaza, all artist will be present. Come to see the artistic
talent on display while also enjoying food, drink and family
entertainment.
Dec - 7
Holiday Spectacular at Chateau Julien
Carmel Valley
831-624-2600
www.chateaujulien.com
Beautiful a cappella holiday music fills the "Chai" barrel room, followed
by a holiday reception with gifts and wine tasting.
TBD
7th Annual Holiday Parade of Lights
Pacific Grove
831-373-3304
www.pacificgrove.org
Lighted parade will feature marching bands, holiday floats, dance teams,
equestrian groups, and of course, Santa Claus. After the parade, stores
will remain open for Holiday shopping & wagon rides, photos with Santa &
carolers.
Dec - 31
First Night Monterey
Monterey
831-373-4778
www.firstnightmonterey.org
Celebration of New Year's Eve though the arts, music, dance, poetry,
special installations and exhibits indoors and throughout historic
downtown Monterey. Alcohol-free event for the entire family.
Dec - 31
New Year's Eve at the Aquarium
Monterey
831-648-4800
www.montereybayaquarium.org
Ring in 2008 with a dance party among the sea creatures sparkling and
swimming in the Monterey Bay Aquarium's award-winning galleries.
TBD
Brighten the Harbor
Monterey
831-372-9686
www.mpyc.org
Boats decorated with Christmas lights parade from the Coast guard Pier to
Lover's Point and back. A judging of boats will follow at the Yacht Club.
TBD
Marina Tree Lighting
Marina
www.ci.marina.ca.us
This annual holiday celebration is held in Vince DiMaggio Park.
TBD
Inns of Distinction Tour
Carmel
831-624-4447
www.carmelheritage.org
Presented by the Carmel Heritage Society. Tour selected inns in Carmel
while enjoying wine & hors d'oeuvres.
TBD
Casanova Celebratory Dinner of the Arrival of Van Gogh's Table
Carmel
831-625-0501
www.vangoghstable.com
Casanova will be holding a celebratory dinner to honor the 5 year
anniversary of the arrival of Van Gogh's table at Casanova. Chef
Christophe Bonny will prepare recipes from Van Gogh's Table. He will also
be available for book signing at the end dinner. $85 per person.
TBD
12th Annual Truffle Dinner at Bernardus
Carmel Valley
831-658-3550
www.bernardus.com
Indulge in an evening inspired by France's black and Italy's white
truffles featuring Chef and Culinary Director Cal Stamenov. Begin the
evening with a cocktail reception featuring Prestige Cuvee Champagne and
Grey Goose-Black Truffle Martinis followed by seven-course chef’s tasting
menu paired with top rated wines from our Award-Winning Wine Cellar.
TBD
La Posada
Seaside
831-899-6805
www.ci.seaside.ca.us
One of the most charming customs brought to California by Spanish and
Mexican settlers is the Posada, recreating the search by Mary and Joseph
for lodgings on the eve of the Christ Child's birth. Seaside presents its
own version, as the procession wends through town to Oldemeyer Center.
TBD
24th Annual Christmas in the Adobes
Monterey
831-647-6226
www.parks.ca.gov
Experience Monterey's beautiful historic buildings illuminated by
candlelight and enhanced with period decorations, musical entertainment,
costumed volunteers and refreshments.
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Tuesdays—Year-round
Old
Monterey Market Place
Monterey: 831-655-8070
(Vendors call
831-655-2607)4-8pm April to October; 4-7pm October to March
Fresh produce, food stalls, Baker's Alley, plus arts, crafts,
collectibles.
Sunday's, year-round
Marina's Certified
Farmers Market
Marina Village Shopping Center
384-6961
www.everyonesharvest.org
10 a.m. TO 2 p.m.
Find fresh
produce, unique gifts, live music and much more at Marina Farmers'
Market.
Thursdays and Fridays
Historic
Garden Tours
Monterey
831-649-3364
www.parks.ca.gov
Take a fascinating tour of Monterey's
best-kept secrets: its historic gardens. Learn about plant lore,
identification, and uses. The Historic Garden League leads 90-minute
walks, starting from the garden beside the Joseph Boston Store (Casa
del Oro), Pacific and Scott streets. Thursdays and Fridays, 10:30am;
groups should call in advance if they would like to arrange tours on
different days.
Thursdays—Year-round
Farmer's
Market
Monterey: 831-728-5060
Fresh produce and flowers
every Thursday from 2:30 until 6:00 p.m. at Monterey Peninsula
College lower parking lot.
Sundays March 5-October
Everyone's Harvest Farmer's Market
Marina: 831-384-6961
www.everyonesharvest.org
Fresh produce, baked and ethnic foods, cooking demonstrations, live
music, and crafts. Sundays from 10am to 2pm at the Marina Transit
Station, 280 Reservation Road.
Every Year during the first week of
December
for Five Nights, Wed - Sun
Streets of Bethlehem
Salinas
831-422-9872
www.1stbaptist.net
A living history interactive experience.
Over 200 cast members, numerous musical groups and even live animals
help bring this Christmas story to life. Gates will open half an
hour early on the first day for people with special needs.
Year-round
Third Thursday at Monterey Museum of Art
Monterey
831-372-5477
http://www.montereyart.org/
From 5-7pm on the 3rd Thursday of each
month, the Museum invites the public to enjoy a relaxed viewing of
the galleries with a glass of wine, and occasional music and hors
d'oeuvres.
Year-round
Historic Garden League
Tours
Monterey: 831-625-9854
http://www.historicgardenleague.org
Thursdays and Saturdays
at 10:00am
Call to make reservations or to receive more
information. Visit several gardens associated with Old Monterey
adobes and other historic buildings. Meet at Casa del Ora Garden. A
minimum donation of $5.00 per person goes toward upkeep of the
gardens.
Year-round
Monterey State
Historic Park
Monterey: 831-657-6348
www.parks.ca.gov
Free guided tours, plus many opportunities
to visit historic buildings and gardens. Call 657-6348 for tour
times and schedules, or pick up a schedule at Pacific House.
Year-round
Point Sur Lightstation Tours
Point Sur: 831-625-4419
www.parks.ca.gov
Three-hour guided walking tour of the
historic lightstation that guarded the Big Sur coast, offered
Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Reservations essential
as group size is limited.
Year-round
Tor House
and Hawk Tower Tours
Carmel
831-624-1813
www.torhouse.org
thf@torhouse.org
Now a National Historic Landmark, Tor House and Hawk Tower are open
for hourly tours throughout the year between 10am and 3 pm on
Fridays and Saturdays. Call for reservations: tours are limited to
six people (no children under 12).
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January 2009
Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Calendar of Events
831-648-5360
Jan 1
19th Annual Rio Grill Resolution Run
Carmel-By-The-Sea
831-645-4777
www.riogrillsresolutionrun.com
This 6.8 mile foot race and 3-mile family fun run are set on a
breathtaking cross-country course and benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of
Monterrey County.
Jan 17 - 21
Monterey Swingfest
Monterey
805-937-1574
www.centralcoastswingdance.com
Dance workshops feature past and present world and national champions,
plus open dancing. Presented by Central Coast Swing Dance at the Monterey
Hyatt Regency.
Jan 17 - Feb 18
Disney's High School Musical
Carmel-By-The-Sea
Box office: 831-622-0100; toll free 866-622-0709
www.pacrep.org
By David Simpatico, directed by Stephen Moorer;
Musical Direction by Don Dally (School of Dramatic Arts/Children's
presentation) - Golden Bough Theatre
Jan 19
Poetry Writing Workshop with Patrice Vecchione
Monterey
831-646-3949
Practice your writing with this inspiring and talented poet. Workshop
features poetry writing exercises, encouragement and feedback. For ages
14-adult. Admission free. Pre-registration required.
Jan 20
A Day to Remember Bridal Show
Monterey Conference Center
888.900.8877
www.mbay.net/~weddings
Jan 21
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade
Seaside
www.montereyherald.com
Watch this parade in Seaside which honors a truly great American.
Jan 26
11th Annual
Valley of the World Wine & Food Festival
Salinas
www.salinasrotary.com
An annual wine tasting and auction featuring award-winning
local wines and restaurants. Proceeds benefit a range of Monterey County
charities.
Feb 9
A Day of
Romance in Old Monterey
Monterey
831-647-6226
Living
history presentations at Larkin House, Cooper-Molera Adobe, Diaz
Adobe and the Sherman Quarters. Featuring romantic stories presented
by historic characters from 19th century Monterey, as well as food,
music and period dancers. These two hour tours start at 11 am and
leave every 30 min.
Feb 9 - 10
Indian
Art Show
Monterey
619-670-4803
www.montereycountyfair.com
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February 2009
Feb 4 - 10
AT&T
Pebble Beach National Pro-Am
Pebble Beach
800-541-9091
www.attpbgolf.com
The AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am is a 72-hole PGA Tour golf
championship with 180 top tour professionals and 180 star-studded
celebrity amateurs competing head-to-head for the coveted title. The
tournament benefits a number of local charities.
Feb 6
The Moscow
Circus: A Russian Folk Fair
Carmel
831-620-2048
Feb 12
Merle Haggard
Golden State Theatre
831-372-3800
www.goldenstatetheatre.com
Feb 13
International Flavors of Marina
Marina
831-384-9155
Taste fresh creations
from local restaurants and Monterey County wineries and breweries,
and enjoy live entertainment and silent and live auctions. The
Marina Hospitality Association, Marina Chamber of Commerce and city
of Marina sponsor this annual event.
Feb 14
Monterey Opera Presents "A Valentine's Musical Bouquet"
Monterey Symphony at Golden State Theatre Monterey
www.montereysymphony.org
831-899-4911
Feb 15,16,17
Gem and Bead Faire
Monterey County Fairgrounds
FREE
503 252-8300
www.gemfaire.com
Unusual and rare Gems & Minerals. Classes and
Demomstrations.Something for everyone at gem faire!
Feb 16
Monterey Symphony at Sherwood Hall Salinas
www.montereysymphony.org
831-624-8511
You'll hear great music by Puccini, Billini, and Verdi
Marko Letonja-Guest conductor
Tracy Dahl-Soprano
Feb 16
Wine
Auction and Gala
Carmel Valley
www.montereywines.org
831-375-9400
Auction of these wines will benefit college
scholarships for the children of local agricultural employees, the
American Vineyard Foundation, viticulture research and the
non-profit work of the Monterey County Vintners and Growers
Foundation.
February 16th
7th Annual Crystal Ball
Hyatt Regency
A Benefit for John XXIII HIV/AIDS services
831-442-3959
Champagne Reception, Hors d'Oveuvres, Silent Auction, Dinner and
Dancing. All proceeds will support community HIV/AIDS programs.
Feb 17-18
Monterey Symphony at Sunset Theatre Carmel
You'll hear great music by Puccini, Billini, and Verdi.
Marko Letonja-Guest conductor, Tracy Dahl-Soprano
Feb 17 - 24
AMGEN
Tour of California
California (Seaside)
www.amgentourofcalifornia.com
The world's top professional cycling teams compete for the
highest prize purse in America. Stage 4 begins in Seaside on the
21st.
Feb 22-23
Peter Pan
Sunset Center - Carmel
831-620-2048
www.sunsetcenter.org
The High Flying Musical!
Feb 23
Steinbeck's Birthday Celebration
Salinas
831-775-4721
www.steinbeck.org
Join a
hometown celebration as Salinas remembers the life and works of
native son and Plitzer Prize-winning author John Steinbeck.
Feb 23-24
East of Eden Cat Show
831.375.0801
www.eoecf.org
Feb 24
The Big
Night 2008
831-646-0910
www.filmmonterey.org
A
glamorous evening celebrating the Academy Awards. Dinner plus
big-screen telecast sponsored by the Monterey County Film
Commission.
Feb 29 - Apr 12
Doubt
Carmel-By-The-Sea
Box office: 831-622-0100; toll
free 866-622-0709
www.pacrep.org
By John Patrick Shanley, directed by John Rousseau Circle Theatre
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March 2009
Mar 1 - 31
The Big Read
Carmel
(831) 796-3833
www.steinbeck.org
6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Begins on the front
steps of the National Steinbeck Center. Step into the circle
of fire and kick off the Big Read with The Western Stage. It’s night
in the museum! Public welcome. Ages 13 and above. Free. For more
information and a calendar of events, visit the website.
www.steinbeck.org
Mar 7
Al Martino
Golden State Theatre
831-372-3800
www.goldenstatetheatre.com
Mar 7 - 9
Dixieland Monterey
Monterey
831-883-1207
www.dixieland-monterey.com
Three days of top Dixieland and Swing at venues in downtown Monterey and
along Fisherman's Wharf. Featuring top national jazz bands, local youth
bands and more.
Mar 20 -
Apr 12
The Fantasticks
Carmel-By-The-Sea
Box office: 831-622-0100; toll
free 866-622-0709
www.pacrep.org
By Tom Jones & Harvey Schmidt,
directed by Stephen Moorer
Golden Bough Theatre
Mar 25-30
Pebble Beach Spring Horse Show
Pebble Beach
831-624-2756
www.ridepebblebeach.com
Mar 27 -
30
2nd Annual Pebble Beach Food & Wine Event
Pebble Beach
831-622-7770
www.pebblebeachfoodandwine.com
Pebble Beach Food and Wine
celebrates 35 celebrity chefs and 200 wineries during this four day
event. Internationally acclaimed wineries and chefs are brought
together with California's regional superstars to create an
unbelievable series of luxurious lunches, delectable dinners, wine
tastings, cooking demonstrations, and one of the most remarkable
rare wine auctions in the country.
Mar 29-30
Art on the Plaza
Monterey Custom House Plaza
625-0931
FREE
Fine Contemporary Arts & Crafts
Mar 29
Poetry Writing Workshop with Patrice Vecchione
Monterey
831-646-3949
Practice your writing with this inspiring and talented poet. Workshop
features poetry writing exercises, encouragement and feedback. For ages
14-adult. Admission free. Pre-registration required.
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2009
April 1-6
Pebble Beach Spring
Horse Show
Pebble Beach
831-624-2756
www.ridepebblebeach.com
Apr 4 -
6
Next Generation Jazz Festival
Monterey
831-373-3366
www.montereyjazzfestival.org
The Monterey Jazz Festival turns
the spotlight on the young up-and-coming musicians who will form the
vanguard jazz music in the coming decades with a newly expanded
event augmented by fresh performances and activities.
Apr 5
National Marine Sanctuary Annual Symposium
CSUMB/Seaside
831-647-4255
www.montereybay.noaa.gov
Special annual symposium features
speakers from MBARI, Moss Landing Research Station and more.
Apr 6
Alzheimer's Association Fundraiser
at the Monterey
Fairgrounds
831.647.9890
www.alznorcal.org
Apr 11
Sixth Annual Spaghetti Dinner/Movie Fundraiser and Silent Auction
(831) 905-9994
Jackie Gonzales
www.marinafestival.com
Marina High School, 2995 Rendova Road
5pm.
The cost of the dinner including the movie is $10 for adults
and $5 for children under 12. Tickets are available through
Marina City Hall, The Marina Community Center, and the Marina Teen
Center. All proceeds from the dinner and auction directly benefit
the Festival of the Winds.
Apr 12
San Antonio Mission Days
San Antonio
831-385-4478
Mission life in the early 1800's-----padres, indians, soldados,
vaqueros, and early Californio families will mingle with you and
your family. See how adobe bricks are made. See homemade bread baked
in an outdoor oven. You might even be lucky enough to taste some!
Watch fandango dancers and listen to baroque music. Salinan Indians
will be our guests. Early Californio food will be available. Hear
the mission Bells and join our Celebration!
Apr 12 -
13
Good Old Days Celebration
Pacific Grove
831-373-3304
www.pacificgrove.org
A
Pacific Grove tradition!! Includes the County’s largest arts
and crafts show, with over 225 art and food vendors in downtown
Pacific Grove, a parade down Pine Avenue; live entertainment on five
stages; California Police Motorcycle Competition; old-fashioned
games and contests and lots of family fun. Free admission.
Apr 13
Alzheimer's Association Fundraiser
Monterey
831-647-9890
www.alznorcal.org
Apr 16 -
19
FASH Springfest Horse Show
Pattee Arena and
Barns at the Monterey Fairgrounds
831.373.0965
FREE
Apr 17 -
20
Sea Otter Classic Cycling Festival
Laguna Seca
Recreation Area, Monterey
831-373-2331/800-218-8411
www.seaotterclassic.com
Called the Bikestock of North America, this massive cycling
event features fun rides, road racing, mountain bike racing, BMX
racing, kids events, and a consumer tradeshow that highlights the
latest in cycling hardware, clothing and good. Racers range from
first timers to Olympic champions. All kids' events are free.
Camping is available.
Apr 18 -
20
CA Fuzzy Lop Rabbit & Cavy Show
at the Monterey
Fairgrounds
559.855.7886
Apr 18 -
Apr 27
If Wishes Were Horses
Carmel-By-The-Sea
Box office: 831-622-0100; toll
free 866-622-0709
www.pacrep.org
By Walter DeFaria & Stephen Tosh,
directed by Walt DeFaria (School of Dramatic Arts/Children's
presentation) - Golden Bough Theatre
Apr 18 -
20
Pacific Grove Wildflower Show
Pacific Grove
831-648-5716
www.pacificgrove.org
The
first wildflower show in the state with more than 600 species,
varieties, lesser taxae of local flora on exhibit at the Pacific
Grove Museum of Natural History.
Apr 22
Monterey Wine Country Trade Tasting 2009
Carmel - La Playa Hotel
831 375-9400
www.montereywines.org
From 2 - 5pm Join us as we present a
sampling of the world-class wines of Monterey's vintners and
growers. Carving stations, seafood displays and desert tables
will compliment your wine tasting experience.
Apr 26
6th Annual Chalone Appellation Pinnacles Wine Festival
Soledad, CA
(831) 678-2400
www.pinnacleswinefestival.com
Food and wine lovers are invited to experience a one-of-a-kind
tasting experience, and the opportunity to gain a unique perspective
on wines produced from the Chalone Appellation. Wines from
more than 14 winemakers will be paired with hors d\'oeuvres prepared
by Monterey County\'s world-class chefs. A silent auction and
a portion of the ticket proceeds to benefit the Richard H. Graff
Wine Scholarship Fund. Tickets are $50/person prior to March
31, $60/person thereafter, and are non-refundable Rain or Shine
11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Jan Brosseau - email:
info@innatthepinnacles.com
Apr 26 -
27
Monterey Spring Home & Gift Show
at the Monterey
Fairgrounds
866.770.0737
www.bestevents.biz
Apr 27
Big Sur International Marathon
Hwy 1, Big Sur to Carmel
831-625-6226
www.bsim.org
This marathon,
consistently named the "Best Marathon in North America" by the
Ultimate Guide to Marathon, is set along one of the most
breathtaking routes in the world. Also includes a 21-mile power
walk, 5K run, 9-mile walk, 10.6-mile walk and marathon relay.
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