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In this week's round-up: 350 artists are participating in open studios this year, a Week Without Driving is underway, the Murray Street Bridge reopens to eastbound travelers, and more.
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Courtesy of Cruzin’ Together Santa Cruz County
Erika Mahoney
The first Ekene and Friends Experience takes places Saturday, Oct. 3 at the Monterey Museum of Art - La Mirada. Hosted by Ekene Music who hails from Nigeria, the live, curated show will showcase original music from local artists. Ekene plans to make the performance annual.
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- Pianist and "From the Top" host Peter Dugan to perform at Carmel Music Society Gala in Sand City
- A new book looks at the Grateful Dead's "Touch of Grey" pop music moment in Monterey
- ‘No one should die of a drug overdose at 30 years old’: A sister’s search for answers becomes a new book
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