Jul 09 Wednesday
Join us for Ben Lomond’s monthly Wee Kirk Market, a charming, old-fashioned farmers and makers market celebrating local artisans, farmers, musicians, and food vendors. Enjoy fresh produce, handcrafted goods, live music, and delicious eats in the heartof Ben Lomond.
This outstanding market takes place on the First Sunday of Every Month through October at 9500 Central Avenue in Ben Lomond.
Bring your friends and family for a fun-filled community gathering.
Admission is Free.
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 27thTIME: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm both daysWHERE: Monterey JACL Hall, 424 Adams Street, Monterey
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
The Buddhist Temple of the Monterey Peninsula hosts the 76th Annual Obon Festival Event on Sunday, July 13th.
Festival Highlights includes the following:• Japanese Food• Entertainment• Ikebana and Bonsai Exhibits• Children’s Games• Japanese Goods and Crafts for sale.
Outstanding Food Choices include:• Tempura• Sushi• Beef Teriyaki• Udon• Gyoza
Day-long Entertainment also features Martial Arts Demonstrations and a Tea Ceremony. The event will also include an exeptional performance of Taiko Drumming. The colorful Bon Odori, or Community Japanese Folk Dancing, takes place later in the Afternoon.
WHEN: Sunday, July 13th beginning at 12:00 NoonWHERE: Monterey Penninsula Buddhist Temple, 1155 Noche Buena, SeasideADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Parking is available across the street from the Temple.
The Obon Festival is a Free Event and Donations are accepted.
Jul 10 Thursday
Watsonville Arts Coalition Second Saturday hosts an Open-Air Taiko Workshop on Saturday, July 12th. The event takes place at the Watsonville City Plaza along Main Street in Watsonville.
Bring your Family and Friends for an afternoon of Great Fun and outstanding Taiko Drumming!
At the conclusion of the Workshop you’ll perform the Music Piece you learned.
WHEN: Saturday, July 12th from 1:00pm to 2:15pm WHERE: Watsonville City Plaza, 358 Main Street, WatsonvilleADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Please RSVP by email at info@watsonvilletaiko.org if you would like attend the workshop.
We need to know how many drums to have available for this event. If you would like to attend the workshop, please contact us by email at: info@watsonvilletaiko.org.
Please visit www.watsonvilletaiko.com for more information.
We are getting crafty at Capitola! Teens are invited to craft, relax, and socialize. Join us every second Wednesday, starting on September 11th, from 4:30-6:00 p.m. Crafts will vary from month-to-month and all crafting material will be provided.