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Big Sur |
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Jade Festival
October 9-11
The Jade Festival
brings musicians,
artists, crafts people, and rockhounds
together in an annual fundraiser for the
South Coast Community Land Trust. Held at
Pacific Valley School. Friday's hours are
from 12-6, Sat. and Sun. from 10-6
45 vendors of jade, gems, wood & stone. Food
court, raffle, and live music.
Held at Pacific Valley School. 35 miles south
of Big Sur center and 35 miles north of
Hearst Castle.
FREE! Call for more information. Vender
Information: (831) 402-1143
Point Sur Lightstation Ghost Tours
1October 24 - October 25
Two special Ghost Tours benefiting the
restoration of Point
Sur Lightstation in Big Sur will be held
on Oct. 24-25. For a donation of $55, your
evening of ghostly fun will begin with a
walking tour to the lighthouse in time for
sunset, followed by refreshments in the barn,
ghost stories of Pt. Sur by professional
actor/storyteller Kevin Hanstick, and dessert
and drinks in the Visitors' Center. Tours
begin at 5:15 p.m. and will last more than 3
hours. Tours are limited to 40 people and
early reservations are recommended as the
tours can sell out. Reservations: 831-649-7139
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Carmel |
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Night at the Hop
October 1
The Taste
of Carmel, a 50's themed food & wine
event will be held in the courtyard of the
gracious old Carmel Mission, which was
founded in 1770. Thirty-four outstanding
Carmel restaurants will provide enticing and
varied selections of appetizers, main courses
and desserts along with fine wines from 20
area vineyards.
La Playa Hotel's Harvest Moon Dinner
October 2
Enjoy a delectable four course dinner
prepared by Executive Chef Bunyan Fortune
paired with exquisite
Parsonage Wines at the La
Playa A very special evening in our
gardens under the stars with Bill Parson's of
Parsonage Village Vineyard.
Awakening the Dream, Change the Dreamer
October 17
Unitarian
Universalist Church
of the
Monterey Peninsula
FROM 1:00PM 5:00PM Snacks Will Be Provided
The Symposium explores the link between three
of humanity's most critical concerns:
environmental sustainability, social justice
and spiritual fulfillment. Using video clips
from some of the world's most respected
thinkers, along with inspiring short films,
leading edge information and dynamic group
interactions, the Symposium allows
participants to gain a new insight into the
very nature of our time and the opportunity
we have to shape and impact the direction of
our world with our everyday choices and
actions. Suggested Donation: $5-$10 to cover
costs (no one turned away) WHAT IS THE
PACHAMAMA ALLIANCE? An organization
protecting the Earth's rainforests and the
indigenous people who live there. Their
two-fold mission is: To preserve the earths
tropical rainforests by empowering the
indigenous people who are its natural
custodians. To contribute to the creation of
a new global vision of equity and
sustainability for all.
Emerson String Quartet
October 23
Sunset
Center
Schubert - String Quartet in E Major, D. 353
Shostakovich - String Quartet No. 9, Op. 117
Dvorak - String Quartet in C Major, Op. 61
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Carmel Valley |
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Howl-O-Ween Dog Party
October 25
Quail
Lodge Resort and Golf Club
Quail Lodge Resort and Golf Club, in
partnership with local businesses, presents
the Howl-O-Ween Dog Paw-ty on Sunday, Oct. 25
from 11:30 am to 3:00 pm. Benefiting The SPCA
for Monterey County, this exclusive party
gives dog-lovers the chance to celebrate the
spooky holiday with their pet while enjoying
the scenic views of Quail Meadows. Bringing
together dogs of all shapes and sizes, while
enjoying the beautiful Carmel Valley
sunshine, this event is family-friendly fun!
Featuring a costume contest for children and
dogs (entry to the dog costume contest is
available with a $5 donation to the SPCA), a
dog fashion show showing off the hottest new
designer doggy trends, a live and silent
auction and childrens activities including
a trick or treat which will surely get
tails wagging! Adoption services, provided by
The SPCA for Monterey County, will give you
the chance to meet and take home a new furry
friend! Registration is $35 for adults and
$10 for children 12 and under. Children under
4 and all pets are free. The registration
includes a delicious farm fresh lunch,
beverages and a goodie bag with spooky
treats. Register before October 10th and have
your furry friend featured on the Quail Lodge
website and the event program when you submit
a digital photograph.
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Monterey |
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Monterey
County Tequila Fest
October 3
Monterey
County Fairgrounds
CYO Events presents The first annual Monterey
County Tequila Fest! This is a tequila
sampling event open to the public (21 and
over). Discover and experience tequila like
never before. Enjoy live music, performances,
food, culture, and an opportunity to sample
and savor premium tequilas.
Monterey Sports Car Championships
Featuring the American Le Mans Series
October 9 - October 11
Mazda
Raceway Laguna Seca
The 2009 race season concludes in dramatic
fashion with the high-tech, high-speed Le
Mans prototypes and GT machines of the
American Le Mans Series staging a Saturday
afternoon-into-evening four-hour endurance
race. Sunday's action features the season
finale of both SPEED World Challenge Touring
and GT series, IMSA challenge by Michelin,
Star Mazda Championship presented by Goodyear
and Cooper Tires Atlantic Championship
powered by Mazda. For the Fans - Access! Full
access to the paddock, a unique opportunity
to walk the Open Pre-Race Grid, attend Fan
Forums and Driver Autograph Session, listen
to informative Tech Talks, Driver Chats and
American Le Mans Radio, visit Manufacture Car
Corrals, the Fan Headquarters and the Open
Post-Race Trophy Presentations.
Kidfest!
October 10 - October 11
Monterey
County Fairgrounds
On Saturday and Sunday, October 10th and
11th, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Kidfest will
return to the Monterey County Fairgrounds. A
popular family event for 14 years, 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, A&S Metals (asmetals.com)
promoting and expanding this very special
community event. Founded in 1969, A & S
Metals is a 40-year old recycling company
with 6 locations in California and Montana.
Their corporate headquarters are situated at
a 25-acre facility in Castroville. According
to Gordon Warner, Chief Operating Officer,
As a longtime sponsor of Kidfest, we are
proud to coordinate this important free
annual event that families can enjoy at the
Monterey County Fairgrounds!
For more information please contact Wendy
Brickman at (831) 633-4444 or email
brickman@brickmanmarketing.com.
| Best Western DeAza Inn
WINTER SPECIAL
$79.00 plus tax and tourism (single/double occupancy)
Sunday -Thursday
$89.99 plus tax (single/double occupancy)
Friday - Saturday
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Heritage Harvest Family History Workshop
October 17
Sam
Karas Room, Monterey Peninsula College
Library
Full day workshop for family historians,
focusing on sources and research techniques.
Karen Clifford, Accredited Genealogist and
Family Research Studies instructor will be
the featured speaker. Topics include:
Electronic Resources for Solving Difficult
Research Problems, Land Records (from
Colonial Times to the Present), Understanding
Migration, and British Basics. A sandwich
lunch to be included in registration fee.
Free parking available near the Library.
Sponsored by the Monterey County Genealogy
Society. For information, call 831-206-1602
or check back for details.
HarvestFest Arts and Crafts Fair
October 24 - October 25
Custom House
Plaza
Pacific Repertory Theatre presents The
HarvestFest Arts and Crafts Fair featuring
artists and craftsman from all over
California. In addition PacRep will provide
entertainment both Saturday and Sunday as
well as a wide variety of food vendors.
PacRep has been sponsoring these events for
over 25 years as a fundraiser for the central
coasts only professional theatre company.
2009 Halloween on the Green Charity Golf
Tournament
October 30
Laguna
Seca Golf Ranch
Golf in Costume at the 2009 Halloween on the
Green Charity Golf Tournament!
All Proceeds Benefit Local Schools
General Public: $150
Military Personnel: $120
For More Information: 831.583.2706
Tom.Livelli@ClarkRealty.com
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Pacific Grove |
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Annual
Butterfly
Parade & Bazaar
October 3
Local elementary school children welcome the
Monarchs to Pacific
Grove during this annual parade
(10:30am), followed by the Butterfly Bazaar
behind the Robert Down School. More info:
831-646-6548
Howl-O-Ween Dog Party
October 25
Quail
Lodge Resort and Golf Club
Quail Lodge Resort and Golf Club, in
partnership with local businesses, presents
the Howl-O-Ween Dog Paw-ty on Sunday, Oct. 25
from 11:30 am to 3:00 pm. Benefiting The SPCA
for Monterey County, this exclusive party
gives dog-lovers the chance to celebrate the
spooky holiday with their pet while enjoying
the scenic views of Quail Meadows. Bringing
together dogs of all shapes and sizes, while
enjoying the beautiful Carmel Valley
sunshine, this event is family-friendly fun!
Featuring a costume contest for children and
dogs (entry to the dog costume contest is
available with a $5 donation to the SPCA), a
dog fashion show showing off the hottest new
designer doggy trends, a live and silent
auction and childrens activities including
a trick or treat which will surely get
tails wagging! Adoption services, provided by
The SPCA for Monterey County, will give you
the chance to meet and take home a new furry
friend! Registration is $35 for adults and
$10 for children 12 and under. Children under
4 and all pets are free. The registration
includes a delicious farm fresh lunch,
beverages and a goodie bag with spooky
treats. Register before October 10th and have
your furry friend featured on the Quail Lodge
website and the event program when you submit
a digital photograph.
| Svendsgaard's Inn
Romantic Getaway Package
Standard Room
$229/night Sunday through Thursday
$259/night Friday and Saturday
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Historic Home Tour
October 4
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.
Co-sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce,
Pacific Grove Art Center, and the Heritage
Society. More info: 831-373-3304
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Salinas |
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Sabu's Safari (Sabu Shake Sr. Memorial
Fund)
October 3
Vision
Quest Ranch, 400 River Rd., Salinas, CA
The Shake Family is proud to announce the 2nd
Annual 'Sabu's Safari Under the Big Tent'
Dinner and Auction Benefiting The Salvation
Army of Monterey. Join Us! History of the
Memorial Fund Since our father's death, and
beginning in 1999, we have held annual
fundraisers with the proceeds being donated
to various charities. We are pleased to tell
you that we have had an overwhelming response
from the community. On behalf of our entire
family, we would like to thank all of you who
have participated in these fundraisers in
memory of our Dad. To kick off the fundraiser
each year, the Shake Family makes a $5,000
donation on December 5th in memory of our
father. In addition, we also donate 10% of
the gross proceeds on December 5th from our
restaurants, Old Fisherman's Grotto, The Fish
Hopper, Isabella's Italian Seafood, Cabo's
Wild Mexican Seafood, and Lattitudes at
Lover's Point. This year's goal is to raise
$35,000 by midnight on Christmas Eve. We need
your help to accomplish this.
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