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There will be a Free Observatory Tour at the Oliver Observing Station located at Chews Ridge, Los Padres National Forest in Greenfield.

See MIRA’s 36-inch professional research telescope, learn some of the unique history that led to MIRA and the Oliver Observing Station, and discover how our mountaintop scientific research facility runs on solar and wind power and collects rainwater.

Voted the best place to watch the stars in Monterey County, the Oliver Observing Station on Chews Ridge is actually one of the best places in the continental U.S. for Optical Astronomy. High in the Santa Lucia Mountains, an afternoon on Chews Ridge also provides excellent views of the Ventana Wilderness, the Salinas Valley, the Monterey Peninsula, and, on a clear day, the Sierra Nevada.

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DATE: THIS Sunday, July 20th
TIME: 2:30pm to 4:00pm
LOCATION: The Oliver Observing Station, Chews Ridge, Los Padres National Forest, Greenfield
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Admission is Free to the Public. There is a $100.00 deposit for groups of 6 & more.

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Space is limited so reservations for these free events are required. Additionally groups of 6 or more must provide a deposit of $100 at least one week in advance, as groups who no-show deprive others of the tour. The deposit will not be charged if your group honors the reservation.

Please call (831) 883-1000 to register. Before traveling, please see the Contact Info & Directions page on our website.

Offered in conjunction with Monterey Makers, this is a series of entry-level workshops aimed at teaching skills in astronomy-relevant hardware like CAD, 3D Printing, Arduino programming, and more.

Come along bi-monthly (usually) on the third Thursday Evening to learn how to make and program devices and gadgets.

View the MIRA Makers page or contact us for more details.

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DATE: Thursday, August 21st
TIME: 6:00pm to 8:00pm
LOCATION: Hamming Astronomy Center, 200 Eighth Street, Marina
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Registration required.

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Register via meet-up or email. Friends and aspiring new members welcome: First two workshops are free!

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Interested in pursuing a global career? Join the Middlebury Institute for their Summer 2025 Preview Days, July 17 - 18 at their campus in downtown Monterey. Connect with faculty and learn about their master’s programs in international policy and development, translation and interpretation, sustainability and global security.

The Institute just launched a new scholarship, providing 40 percent off tuition for alumni of California colleges and universities. The Middlebury Institute’s mission is to educate professionals to advance understanding, promote peace, and drive change in pursuit of a more just world.

Preview Days are open to prospective students, as well as faculty from undergraduate or referring programs. The event is free, but RSVP is required at go.miis.edu/previewdays.

AllMachines simplifies choosing heavy machinery with its comprehensive and reliable resource hub. Covering all models and brands of tractors, forklifts, harvesting, hay and forage equipment like combines, headers, balers, rakes, and tedders across the US, our platform provides extensive details on dealers, specifications, and features. With downloadable manuals, expert user reviews, and in-depth model insights, AllMachines gives you everything you need to make informed decisions and select the right equipment for your needs.

Join award-winning author, artist, and filmmaker, Enid B. Ryce, for a lively talk about her new book "Plant Magic." With hands-on ideas for natural inks, kid-friendly crafts, and sustainable rituals rooted in science, you'll learn how everyday plants can be used for healing, creativity, and even a little enchantment.

This quarterly series of evening events offers a sample of the local healing professionals and their modalities. Join us and come away with a new, informative, and relaxing experience.

This Summer we are offering one evening each month on the third Thursday.

These are small groups of 5 to 15 people at the Pilgrim’s Way Bookstore in the Secret Garden Thursdays 6:00 - 7:00 pm.

Please RSVP with your ticket purchase to secure your seat. The cost will be $25 per session per person.

**Please arrive at 5:50 pm so that we are all settled at 6:00 pm to begin.

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An evening exploration covering fundamental concepts of the 12 zodiac signs, the planets, and how they relate to each other and and human behavior.

Benefits of learning about astrology include; self discovery, personal growth, increased awareness and a better understanding of human behavior.

We will be looking at examples from celebrity charts for illustrative purposes, and fun!

Laura Alexander is an Astrologer, Certified Transformative Life Coach and Therapeutic Art Specialist. Having studied astrology for over twenty years, her practice is centered around modern Western Astrology blended with traditional Hellenistic techniques. With a keen interest in psychology and science, her deep desire is to better understand and serve others.

Astrology is how she blends all her passions. As a Taurus with a Virgo moon and Leo rising, she has always been fascinated with the question of “what makes us who we are?” She believes the answers to all of life’s important questions are written in the arrangement of the stars and planets.

Stress, anxiety, depression, obsessive behavior, and other mental health challenges impact many of us. Whether or not these struggles are being treated professionally, being part of a Christ-centered support group that understands and provides encouragement is invaluable. Our Grace Group gatherings are structured around principles designed to promote understanding, peace, health, and mutually supportive friendships.

Join us for this unforgettable Celebration of Tradition, Culture, History, and Conservation -- and help honor “All Things Abalone.”

Abalone has long held a significant place in Monterey’s cultural and culinary history. The community is invited to celebrate this rich legacy at the first-ever “Abalone Festival: All Things Abalone” on Saturday, July 26th and Sunday, July 27th at the Monterey Japanese American Citizens League (JACL) Hall and additional nearby sites.

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WHAT: “The Monterey Abalone Festival: All Things Abalone”
WHEN: Saturday, July 26th and Sunday, July 27th
TIME: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm both days
WHERE: Monterey JACL Hall, 424 Adams Street, Monterey

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This unique two-day celebration will feature an outstanding lineup of expert speakers, documentary films, live performances, cultural demonstrations, a walking tour, abalone races, and more. The event will also debut the inaugural presentation of the Roy Hattori Memorial Award, recognizing outstanding contributions to abalone heritage and conservation.

One of the festival highlights will be a special “Abalone Dance” performed by the Monterey Rumsen Ohlone Community on Del Monte Beach, led there by the Monterey Lion Dance Troupe at approximately 2:30 p.m. on Saturday. The weekend will also include a Zoom conversation with historians and researchers from Tateyama, Japan, the ancestral home of many Japanese divers who came to Monterey.

More information is available at: www.jaclmonterey.org

There will be a Free Observatory Tour at the Oliver Observing Station located at Chews Ridge, Los Padres National Forest in Greenfield.

See MIRA’s 36-inch professional research telescope, learn some of the unique history that led to MIRA and the Oliver Observing Station, and discover how our mountaintop scientific research facility runs on solar and wind power and collects rainwater.

Voted the best place to watch the stars in Monterey County, the Oliver Observing Station on Chews Ridge is actually one of the best places in the continental U.S. for Optical Astronomy. High in the Santa Lucia Mountains, an afternoon on Chews Ridge also provides excellent views of the Ventana Wilderness, the Salinas Valley, the Monterey Peninsula, and, on a clear day, the Sierra Nevada.

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DATE: THIS Sunday, July 20th
TIME: 2:30pm to 4:00pm
LOCATION: The Oliver Observing Station, Chews Ridge, Los Padres National Forest, Greenfield
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Admission is Free to the Public. There is a $100.00 deposit for groups of 6 & more.

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Space is limited so reservations for these free events are required. Additionally groups of 6 or more must provide a deposit of $100 at least one week in advance, as groups who no-show deprive others of the tour. The deposit will not be charged if your group honors the reservation.

Please call (831) 883-1000 to register. Before traveling, please see the Contact Info & Directions page on our website.