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08/20/2025

The Winemakers' Celebration in Carmel is coming on August 23rd. Restaurants, wineries, and you make it happen. There will be over 40 wineries and over 100 wines available for tasting and enjoying at the local restaurants. Check out https://www.carmelcalifornia.com for details,sites, and tickets.

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08/19/2025

Good music and a good cause are both worth supporting and you can do both easily at the Guglielmo Winery in Morgan Hill. It's at 1480 E Main Ave and starts at 6:00 on August 23rd. It's called the Squeeze Concert. More info is at

Since 2012, The Cripple Creek Band has been playing all over the West Coast while releasing three albums and two singles. In 2017, 2017, & 2022 The CCB received awards and recognition in multiple nationwide songwriting competitions. They have opened for many artists and in 2023 they played at Califo...

08/17/2025

One of the longest lasting programs to aid the homeless population in MOnterey County is the I-HELP program. One of their fundraisers is the Pasta With the Pastors. This dinner is served by the local pastors at the Oldemeyer Center in Seaside on August 20th from 5:00 until 7:30. For details go to

08/15/2025

We are getting a new park in Salinas! It's called Ensen Community Park and it is at the intersection of Natividad and Laurel Streets. The festivities start a 11:00 and last until 3:00. More details are at

August 16 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Garden Stewardship & Park Prep at Ensen Community Park | August 16 Ensen Community Park 99 La Posada Drive, Salinas, CA Join us for a couple of hours Saturday, August 16 at 10:00 AM to beautify the native plant garden at the brand new Ensen Community Park in Salinas. T...

08/14/2025

The arts are the focus of this evening, Noche Bohemia. It features, dance, music, poetry, and more. It starts at 6:00 on Saturday, August 6th at the Sherwood Center and lasts until 10:00. Find out more information about this free event at

08/13/2025

Monterey Institute for Research in Astronomy is holding a MakersWorkshop at their Marina Site. It is to aid local makers in creating devices and more that can help the rest of us in our astronomical hobbies. It all happens at 200 Eighth St. in Marina at 6:00 on August 21st. Go to https://www.mira.org for details.

The Monterey Institute for Research in Astronomy (MIRA) is an independent, non-affiliated, professional observatory dedicated to astronomical research and education.

08/12/2025

Strider Bikes are those pedalless kids' bikes. If your little strider is looking for a challenge, try the Strider Bike Event in Prunedale's Manzanita Park. It happens on August 16th from 10-12.

08/11/2025

Salinas has a food truck extravaganza on a regular basis. The next one is coming on August 16th at the Amtrak Train Station (Also the Heritage Park). It runs from 10 until 10 and has games, activities, raffles, and lots of space for wandering or sitting and eating. For details go to

Whats Grubbin Salinas is all about bringing the flavor, culture, and community together! We highlight the best local food, entertainment, and small businesses by organizing events like food truck nights, festivals, and vendor markets. Whether it’s discovering your new favorite taco spot or dancing...

08/10/2025

The Marinelli Brothers Circus is in town and will be here through the 18th of August. It features lots of danger and skill and will delight and thrill each member of your family. You've seen the tents by Northridge Mall. If you haven't check out the big top. Details are available at

Marinelli Bros. Circus is coming to town! Packed with thrills, laughs, and edge-of-your-seat excitement for the whole family.

08/09/2025

Ukeleles are quite the thing these days. Want more? Check out the Ukelele Melee at the Carl Cherry Center on the 9th of August at 2:00. It lasts until 4:00 and features lots of music, techniques, mentoring and fun. Check out https://www.carlcherrycenter.org and get more info.

Carl Cherry Center for the Arts Gallery Hours: Wednesday - Saturday 12-4pm Visit Visit The Cherry Since 1948, the Carl Cherry Center for the Arts has sought to enhance the quality and diversity of artistic, educational and cultural

08/08/2025

Moonlight is everywhere, but in some places it seems a little more special. One of them is the Lighthouse at Point Sur. You can check it out on a tour of the facility. August 9th at 7:00. No reservations, first come first served. More information is at

08/07/2025

Dads Read is a program from the Marina Library encouraging family reading and fun. There will be a donkey at this month's program. It all happens at the Marina Library from 10:00 until 12:00 and features a truck from the Food Bank, a Clothing Exchange and many activities for the family. More info is at https://www.friendsofmarinapubliclibrary.org