• October 18 -- Joan Osborne, Holmes Bros and Paul Thorn
  Live Music: One Night One Stage - Masters of Jazz and Bluegrass Joan Osborne, The Holmes Brothers and Paul Thorn in One Amazing Concert at the newly restored Golden State Theatre, 417 Alvarado Street, Monterey
  Fee: $20, $39, $59Time: 8 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 372.3800

Ongoing Events

• Ongoing -- Carmel Walks
  Historic: Discover the special charms of Carmel-by-the-Sea on a 2-hour guided walking tour thru secret pathways, hidden courtyards, award-winning gardens, and by enchanting fairytale cottages...the homes, haunts, and history of famous artists, writers, and movie stars. Learn about the spirit, characters, and customs that make Carmel unique.(Private group tours available upon request.) Meet in the courtyard of "The Pine Inn" on Lincoln Street at Ocean Avenue, Carmel
  Fee: $25Time: Sat 10 a.m. & 2 p.m./Tue-Fri 10 a.m. Phone Number: (831) 642.2700

• Ongoing Fridays & Saturdays -- Tor House and Hawk Tower Tours
  Historic: Docent-led tours of Tor House, Hawk Tower and the old-world gardens. No children under 12. Advance reservations required. 26304 Ocean View Avenue, Carmel
  Fee: $2-7Time: Hourly, beginning at 10 a.m. ending at 3 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 624.1813

• October 1 - March 15 -- Monarch Days Celebration
  Recreation: You are invited to celebrate the return of the Monarch butterflies during Pacific Grove's Monarch Days Celebration. Visitors staying in Pacific Grove receive special Monarch Days gifts and discounts for accommodations, dining & shopping. Call us to receive your visitor info packet.
  Fee: No Admission FeeTime: Varies Phone Number: (831) 373.3304

• Mid-October through May -- Monterey Symphony Concert Series
  Live Music: The Monterey Symphony presents a 7 concert series from October to May at Sunset Center, Carmel and Sherwood Hall, Salinas. Please call us for additional details and ticket information.
  Fee: Varies by PerformanceTime: 3 p.m. Sundays; 8 p.m. Monday & Tuesday Phone Number: (800) 698.1138

• Daily -- Wild Things Public Tours
  Recreation, Family Fun: We'll meet you at the gate and take you on a one hour tour of our facility. Just show up...no need to call and no reservations needed. 'Meet & Greet' available after the tour for additional charge. 400 River Road, Salinas
  Fee: $10 Adults/$8 ChildrenTime: 1 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 455.1901

• Every Sunday -- Library Sundays at Taste Morgan
  Wine Education: A unique opportunity to taste some older wines from Morgan's cellar. July 12th the 1994 Monterey Chardonnay, July 19th the 2002 Monterey Sauvignon Blacn & 1993 Sonoma Sauvignon Blanc and July 26th the 2003 Rosella's Vineyard Chardonnay. 204 Crossroads Blvd, Carmel
  Fee: No additional tasting fees applyTime: 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 626.3700

• Every Sunday -- Marina's Certified Farmers Market
  Market, Live Music: Fresh produce, baked and ethnic foods, educational workshops, children's activities and crafts. Rain or Shine. Marina Village Shopping Center, 215 Reservation Road
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 384.6961

• Every Tuesday -- Old Monterey Market Place
  Market: Arts and crafts, handmade jewelry, furniture, clothing, international food, organic produce, flowers, and pastries. Rain or Shine. Downtown Old Monterey
  Fee: FreeTime: 4 p.m.-8 p.m. (ends at 7 p.m. in Winter) Phone Number: (831) 655.8070

• Ongoing Tuesdays -- Farmer's Market at The Barnyard
  Family Fun: Seasonal organic fruit, vegetables and flowers grace this fantastic outdoor farmer's market. The Barnyard, Carmel, CA
  Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 624.8886

• First Wednesday of the Month -- World of Wine Series at Chateau Julien
  Wine Education: Join Chateau Julien Viticulturist & Winemaker Marta Kraftzeck as she explores the unique flavors of wine regions throughout the world during monthly wine tasting sessions at the Wine Estate. Call for information on a complete listing of the featured wine regions. 8940 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel
  Fee: $40 per person/$35 Club MembersTime: 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 624.2600

• Ongoing Thursdays -- Historic Garden League Tours
  Historic: Docent-led tours of historic gardens, including Doud House, as featured in House Beautiful. Reservations are encouraged. Tours begin at the picket fence, 210 Olivier Street, Monterey
  Fee: $3.50 per personTime: 10:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 649.3364

• Ongoing Thursdays -- Monterey Peninsula College Certified Farmer's Market
  Family Fun: You;ll find a bountiful selection of produce, specialty items and beautiful plants and flowers at this bustling, fast-paced market. Monterey Peninsula College, 930 Fremont Street, Monterey
  Fee: FreeTime: 2:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 728.5060

• Every Friday -- Fromage Fridays at Taste Morgan
  Food & Wine Education: Whether you're winding down from a work week or winding up for a great weekend, Friday afternoons are for fun! At Taste Morgan, we believe Fridays are for Fromage (cheese) -- paired with marvelous wines and good company, of course! Drop in and enjoy a special cheese sampling paired with your tasting of Morgan and Lee Family Farm wines. 204 Crossroads Blvd., Carmel
  Fee: No additional tasting fees applyTime: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 626.3700

• Every Second Saturday of the month -- San Juan Bautista Gallery Walk
  Exhibition: Art Galleries and supporting shops and restaurants are open to 7 p.m. every second Saturday of each month. Wine and appetizers are available at Galeria Tonantzin, 115 Third Street from 5-7 p.m. Meet artists and enjoy historical San Juan Bautista.
  Fee: Free to the publicTime: Galleries open from 1 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: Galeria Tonantzin (831) 623.2783

• Every Saturday -- Oldtown Certified/Organic Farmers' Market
  Market: Enjoy live, family entertainment every week. Produce, flowers, international, bakery and specialty foods, arts, crafts, jewelry and gifts. Across from Maya Cinemas and the National Steinbeck Center, Salinas
  Fee: FreeTime: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 776.5540

• First Friday of the Month -- First Fridays Art Walk Oldtown Salinas
  Celebration: Experience art of all shapes, sizes and mediums, live entertainment and light refreshments throughout Oldtown.
  Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 758.9126

• First Saturday of the Month -- Purrrfect Projects Tours at Wild Things
  Family Fun: Wild Things invites kids and families to join us to participate in creating a fun arts and crafts project with a private tour afterwards. Craft projects are typically aimed at age groups between 4 and 11 years. 400 River Road, Salinas
  Fee: $20 Kids(incl. craft)/$15 AdultsTime: 11:30 a.m. Phone Number: (831) 455.1901 ext 3

• TBA -- Monterey Music Summit
  Live Music: The Monterey Music Summit is the largest popular music and arts festival on the central coast of California. Featuring Rock, Hip-Hop, Electronica, Country, Americana.
  Fee: Call for informationTime: Fri 5 p.-m - 10 p.m., Sat 11 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (866) 55TICKETS

• TBA -- Big Sur River Run
  Recreation: "The most beautiful 10k in the world" begins at Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and runs along the Big Sur River through redwood and oak groves. Limited to the first 1,000 entry forms received. Plenty of entertainment after the race. Call for registration information.
  Fee: $25.00 entry feeTime: Registration 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m., Race begins at 10 a.m. Phone Number: (831) 624.4112

• TBA -- Monterey Sports Car Championships
  Recreation: The Monterey Sports Car Championships provides a dramatic conclusion to the 2007 season with a Saturday afternoon-into-evening four-hour race featuring the season finale for the prestigious American Le Mans Series. Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, 1021 Monterey-Salinas Highway, Salinas, CA
  Fee: variesTime: varies Phone Number: (831) 242.8201

• TBA -- Taste of Carmel
  Wine & Food Education: Annual celebration of all of Carmel's great restaurants and wineries. Also live and silent auctions, entertainment. Carmel Mission, Rio Road, Carmel, CA
  Fee: Call for information.Time: Call for event times. Phone Number: (831) 624.2522

• TBA -- Fiesta del Mar at the Monterey Bay Aquarium
  Family Fun: Join us for Fiesta del Mar, a celebration of ocean conservation through a Latin American cultural festival. Bi-lingual feeding shows, live musical performances and other entertainment, plus the "Heroe del Medio Ambiente" award will all be part of this special celebration. Children 12 and under will be admitted free. 886 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
  Fee: Free with aquarium admissionTime: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 648.4800

• TBA -- Big Sur Jade Festival
  Festival: Celebrate the two jewels of Big Sur - the south coast and magnificent jade. Enjoy jade, gems, woodcarving, live music and barbeque at the Pacific Valley School along scenic Highway 1, 35 miles north of Hearst Castle and 65 miles south of Monterey.
  Fee: FreeTime: Fri. 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., Sat. & Sun. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 659.3857

• TBA -- Monterey Wine Festival
  Festival, Wine Education: More than just a showcase for great wine, the festival is a major educational forum for wine connoisseurs as well as members of the restaurant and foodservice industry. Drawn by a combination of world-class wine, educational seminars presented by industry leaders, cooking demonstrations by distinguished chefs, a live wine auction, and exquisite dining, the festival has expanded to include more than 120 California wineries pouring more than 800 wines.
  Fee: varies by eventTime: varies by event Phone Number: (888) 814.9463

• TBA -- Marina Air Faire & Classic Car Show
  Exhibition: WWII war planes & classic cars come together at the 9th annual Marina Air Faire. Over 100 classic cars & WWII war planes on display, huge raffle, horseshoe contest, chili cook off, silent auction, living history symposium, military vehicles at Marina Municipal Airport. Call for more information.
  Fee: FreeTime: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 601.5856