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Greetings!
The month of July has arrived, which means
half of 2008 is history and the vacation
season is well under way. July is the time of
backyard cookouts, lazy naps in the hammock
under the shade of a tree and more
importantly it is the month that freedom
revolves around. Independence and freedom
rings true from Canada to the United States
to Peru and points south because many have
fought for and won their freedom.
As you will see in this Newsletter, there is
no better place to both celebrate the spirit
of the Fourth of July and the beauty of
freedom than here on the Monterey Peninsula.
Whether you plan to spend a day or a week, we
welcome you to enjoy the natural beauty, the
restaurants, the history and our summertime
events.
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Carmel |
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Evita
Forest Theatre
6/28/2008 - 7/27/2008
Argentina's controversial First Lady is the
subject of this dynamic musical masterpiece.
As an illegitimate fifteen year old, Eva
escaped her dirt-poor existence for the
bright lights of Buenos Aires. Driven by
ambition and blessed with charisma, she was a
starlet at twenty-two, the president's
mistress at twenty-four, First Lady at
twenty-seven, and dead at thirty-three. Eva
Peron "saint to the working-class, reviled by
the aristocracy and mistrusted by the
military" was destined to leave a fascinating
political legacy unique in the 20th century.
Told through a compelling score that fuses
haunting chorales with exuberant Latin, pop
and jazz influences, EVITA creates an
arresting theatrical portrait as complex as
the woman herself.
3rd Annual Jazz at the Plaza
Carmel Plaza
7/11/2008
Carmel Plaza and Monterey County Vintners &
Growers Association are sponsoring the annual
Jazz at the Plaza Friday night 12-weeks long.
Carmel Heritage Society Annual House
Tour
7/13/2008
1PM - 5PM
831-624-4447
www.carmelheritage.org
On Sunday, July 13, 2008 from 1PM - 5PM take
a self-guided tour through some of Carmel's
most charming and historic homes.
From it's beginning, Carmel has been a place
of fascinating homes and cottages. Many are
the result of dreams measured in lifetimes.
They often reflect taste, imagination, and
ingenuity in solving practical problems. Some
are small and simple as a boat. Others are
complex and multi-functional. The best relate
gracefully to Carmel's coastal landscape and
simplicity of life.
Carmel Bach Festival
7/19/2008 - 8/9/2008
www.bachfestival.org
America's preeminent festival of Baroque
music will celebrate its 69th season with 100
musicians from around the world, performing
in venues throughout Monterey County.
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Carmel Valley |
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Chateau Julien
Summer Jamboree
7/13/2008
Sunday 11:00am to 4:00pm
www.chateaujulien.com
The winery's festive summer celebration
continues with the 26th annual Jamboree.
Strolling the Estate courtyards, picnic on
the rolling lawn and relax to musical beats
this fun-filled afternoon in the sun. A
scrumptious summer time BBQ will feature
Chateau Julien new release wines. $40 per
person, $30 club members
Chef Hugo Barragán's Cooking Class
Saturday - July 19, 2008
831.659.2207
Join us for the third in the series of Chef
Hugo's cooking classes, as he features
Braised Short Ribs and Chocolate Silk Tart.
Cost: $35.00/person (incl. Lunch). Save your
spot as these events become more and more
popular.
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Monterey |
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July 4th Party at Adventure by the
Sea
www.adventuresbythesea.com
Adventures by the Sea is hosting a beach
party BBQ on Friday July 4th for people to
enjoy the fireworks show right on Del Monte
Beach.
Twenty-First Annual Fourth of July
Celebration
Flag Raising Ceremony and Kick-off Parade
10:AM, July 4th
This year's festivities will begin with the
Flag Raising Ceremony and Kick-Off Parade
followed by the Admission Free Big Little
Backyard BBQ and Entertainment Extravaganza
and culminates with a Fireworks Display over
Monterey Bay. Animals prohibited at all
events (except guide/service dogs).
Roland Hall-Artist Reception & Show
7/5/2008 - 7/16/2008
The reception and Art Show will be at the
Ol'Factory Café, 1725 Contra Costa Street,
Sand City, CA 93955
Monterey Bay Theatre Fest
7/26/2008 - 7/27/2008
www.pacrep.org
Live stage productions, children's
entertainment and arts and crafts fair at the
historic Custom House Plaza.
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Pebble Beach |
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The Pebble Beach Equestrian Classics
Portola Road & Alva Lane
7/15/2008 - 8/3/2008
www.ridepebblebeach.com
The height of the summer brings the Pebble
Beach Equestrian Classics. A tradition since
1947, now three weeks long and rated "AA,"
classes range from Small Pony Hunters to
powerful Thoroughbreds and Warm bloods
barreling over huge fences in the Jumper
Classes, trying to beat the clock.
Competitors come from all over the Western
United States, Mexico and Canada. With a
$10,000 Lexus Jumping Derby and a $30,000
Grand Prix featured each week, crowds enjoy
the excitement of watching some of the best
horses and riders in the country compete.
With charity luncheons, exhibitor's parties,
sponsored activities each weekend, 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.
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Salinas |
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California Rodeo Salinas
7/17/2008 - 7/20/2008
www.carodeo.com
The California Rodeo Salinas promises
edge-of-your-seat thrills for the entire
family. There will be top pro competition in
steer wrestling, bull riding, calf and so
much more.
What is Tough Enough to Wear Pink?
Tough Enough to Wear Pink (TETWP) is the
brainchild of Terry Wheatley, a breast cancer
survivor, and Karl Stressman, Director of
Special Events for Wrangler. This yearlong,
western-industry-wide fundraiser to raise
awareness and funds for breast cancer
research kicked off at the Wrangler National
Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas on December 10,
2005. While pink is not typically associated
with rough and rugged cowboys and cowgirls,
this program has been a phenomenal success.
In 2006, Rodeos across the US raised over $1
million dollars collectively and over $2.5
million in 2007 for this worthy cause with
the money impacting local organizations of
the rodeo's choice; since 2006, the
California Rodeo Salinas Association donated
over $34,000 to the Breast Cancer Assistance
Group of the Monterey Peninsula.
How can you show support?
WEAR PINK: Wear Pink to the July 17, 2008
performance of the California Rodeo. $1 of
each ticket sold that night will go to TETWP.
EAT BARBECUE: Purchase tickets for the
July 17, 2008 Round Up Day Barbecue at the
California Rodeo Salinas. The barbecue will
be held in the Bull Xing tent from 3 to
6:30pm. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for
children 12 and under. $1 will be donated to
TETWP for each ticket sold.
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Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca |
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Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix and MotoGP World
Championship
7/18/2008 - 7/20/2008
www.laguna-seca.com
The combination of the prestigious MotoGP
World Championship and the challenging Mazda
Raceway Laguna Seca has created one of the
world's great racing events, attracting
nearly half a million spectators in the first
three years. Only on the Monterey Peninsula
can fans see the top riders in the world -
Casey Stoner, Valentino Rossi, Nicky Hayden
and others - racing the fastest two-wheeled
machines on one of the world's most demanding
and scenic circuits. Off-track it's the
Friday night Fan Party, Saturday night
concert and the now infamous nightly
gathering of bikes and fans on Cannery Row.
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Special of the Month - Gardiner's Resort |
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Gardiner's Resort
Stay 3 Nights and the 4th is FREE
Feel transferred to a magical place where
attention to detail and personalized service
is a priority. We will deliver Orange juice
and the SF Chronicle to your room each
morning for a fresh start. Warm up will start
your clinic after breakfast and sojourn
around 1:00pm for a relaxed Luncheon on the
patio around the pool. Your 3 Day Mini-Clinic
will include 10.5 hours of tennis. Use the
afternoon to receive a massage, relax or
explore the surrounding. Dinner is served
starting with Hors d'oeuvres and a no host
bar in a beautiful setting at the
Clubhouse.
Terms & Conditions: Double or Single
Occupancy for our 3-Day Mini Clinic arriving
Sunday. Valid June, July, August & September 2008
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