Los Reyes Fest
Free family-friendly event celebrating Los Reyes Magos with food, vendors, music, and kids activities in the plaza. Come register your child to receive a free haircut on January 12 @ EA Hall Middle School.
Free family-friendly event celebrating Los Reyes Magos with food, vendors, music, and kids activities in the plaza. Come register your child to receive a free haircut on January 12 @ EA Hall Middle School.
Trump’s second term has been marked by a dramatic increase in immigration enforcement operations, including the deployment of federal and national guard troops to major cities across the United States. Ramped-up ICE raids have resulted in injuries, deaths, and the disappearance of migrants and non migrants alike. As legal challenges demanding the cessation of indiscriminate …
We know there are many amazing individuals, organizations, and businesses making a powerful impact on the arts in Monterey County. Now’s the time to recognize their inspiring work! The Champions of the Artsâ„¢ award, presented by Arts4MC, honors those who foster creativity, promote cultural engagement, and strengthen our community through the arts. Nominations close January …
"Journalism, Truth, and the Free Press," a Community Night with the Library presented by Carmel Public Library Foundation. Join Professor Emeritus Samuel G. Freedman of Columbia University in conversation with former USA Today correspondent Marco della Cava as they discuss the power of language in journalism and its essential role in preserving democracy, promoting truth, …
Controlled Chaos Improv is back at Monterey’s legendary historical landmark, California's First Theatre! These talented improvisers will create hilarious scenes on the spot based entirely on audience suggestions. Don't miss the chance to experience the magic of improv--every show is different and the laughter is guaranteed.Â
Singer songwriter Diana Gameros returns to Palenke Arts to present her new album! Diana Gameros is a Mexican singer/songwriter who performs songs of love, longing, and hope. Originally from Ciudad Juárez, México, and now living in San Francisco, Gameros creates inspiring music that reflects the 21st century experiences of a young indie artist at the borderlands …
This program introduces the language of architecture: how structures impart culture, identity, and values through form, materials, and design. Just as spoken and written language shapes our understanding of the world, architecture communicates, overtly and covertly, influencing how we feel, move, and connect with it. By decoding this language, we uncover the stories our built …
This month is all about love, community, and connection. Come enjoy an evening of local art, live entertainment, delicious food, and shops open late. It’s the perfect chance to gather with friends or find thoughtful gifts for your loved ones. Bring your friends and family and discover something new every First Friday of the month …
The Friends of the Aptos Library is offering a series of workshops on Social Isolation: Strategies for Understanding, Coping, and Healing in a Disconnected World. On February 7, the next workshop will be on the Emotional Impacts of Social Isolation, presented by our 2nd District Supervisor Kim DeSerpa, and former social worker, who has lots …
Do you hate Valentine’s Day because it feels forced and commercialized? Why not add something unexpected to your Valentine’s plans? Come see Controlled Chaos Improv at the Pacific Grove Art …
Wednesday, February 25, 2026 6:30 PM, Harrison Memorial Library Reading Room Fireside Chats at the Library Carmel Public Library Foundation The Future Tense: What’s Left for Human Language Learners? with Professor Gabriel Guillén, Middlebury Institute of International Studies With AI translating speech in real time, why learn another language at all? In this fireside chat, …
In celebration of Black History Month, Santa Cruz based Afro-Brazilian band SambDá invites audiences to an unforgettable journey from the continent of Africa to the Caribbean and Brazil. SambaDá’s full ensemble spans diverse musical backgrounds, generations, and sensibilities. Together they have developed a type of samba-reggae-funk with a universal appeal. Drawing from percussion based styles of South and …
First Friday Salinas is a monthly tradition designed to transform Downtown into a consistent, positive space for community and culture to thrive. Come and enjoy an evening of local art, live entertainment, delicious food, and shops open late. Bring your friends and family to Salinas City Center and discover something new every First Friday of …
The Friends of the Aptos Library is offering a series of workshops on Social Isolation: Strategies for Understanding, Coping, and Healing in a Disconnected World. On February 7, the next workshop will be on the Emotional Impacts of Social Isolation, presented by our 2nd District Supervisor Kim DeSerpa, and former social worker, who has lots …
Wednesday, March 11, 2026 7:00 PM, Carpenter Hall at Sunset Center, Carmel Community Night with the Library The Carmel Public Library Foundation presents The Power of Language How the Brain Speaks: Unlocking the Neuroscience of Language, with Dr. Bruce Miller, Distinguished Professor of Neurology, UCSF How does the brain give rise to language—the uniquely human …