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 Monterey County Fair
Wednesday, Sept 1 thru Monday, Sept. 6
Monterey County Fairgrounds
Everybody's favorite summertime "getaway at home" is back and with more fun than ever! On the fair's opening day, Wednesday, Sept. 1, all kids 12 and under will get in FREE. Adults can get in FREE on Wednesday, Sept. 1 from 1 pm to 2 pm with a book donation for the Monterey County Free Libraries. For more information on this year's fair festivities, visit www.MontereyCountyFair.com.
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17th Annual Labor of Love
Thursday, September 2 ~ 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Sherwood Hall, 940 North Main Street, Salinas
Labor of Love is a pregnancy celebration and health fair that promotes healthy behaviors before, during and beyond pregnancy. Join the event for free entry, free car seats, free strollers, free games, gifts and treats while you learn about healthy pregnancies and resources in the community.
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 Watsonville Fly-in and Air Show
Friday, September 3 through Sunday, September 5
Watsonville Municipal Airport
Celebrate Labor Day Weekend at Watsonville’s 46th Annual Fly-in & Air Show. Enjoy chills and thrills by the dozen and delight your senses September 3rd through 5th. There is something for everyone in the family to enjoy. Be awed by the beauty of the Friday night Air Show starting at dusk. Saturday and Sunday, thrill to the noise and tactical maneuvers of two F-18 Super Hornets, see the Marines demonstrate vertical takeoffs and landings with the AV-8B Harrier from MAG-13 out of Yuma, and much, much more! Stop by the many vendors booths for that perfect souvenir or your favorite event food. For a schedule of events or to purchase tickets click here.
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 First Tee Open
Friday, September 3 thru Sunday, September 5
Pebble Beach Golf Links ~ Del Monte Golf Course
The First Tee Open at Pebble Beach is a 54-hole golf event, the first of its kind, featuring 78 Champions Tour players and 78 junior golfers ages 15-18. In addition to the Champions Tour players and juniors, 156 amateurs complete. For the first time ever admission to the First Tee Open will be free of charge. For more information click here.
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 24th Annual
Monterey Bay Greek Festival
Sat., September 4 thru Mon., Sept. 6
11am - 7 pm Sat. & Sun.
11am - 4 pm Labor Day Monday
Custom House Plaza at Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey
The Greek Festival is a tradition in Monterey County and most other parts of the U.S. where Greeks are gathered. Enjoy Greek Cuisine with food is prepared within the guidelines of the Mediterranean/Greek diet and is rich in food quality Greek olive oil and other genuine Greek products. Vendors, live Greek music and dancing will also be a part of the 3-day event. Learn more at www.montereybaygreekfestival.com.
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 Hot Rods for Kids
Sunday, Sept. 5 ~ 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Ocean Honda, 3801 Soquel Drive
Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz's first annual Hot Rods For Kids will be held Sunday, September 5th at Ocean Honda located at 3801 Soquel Drive. This remarkable event will feature world-class cars that will impress and attract any automotive lover. The event site will be transformed into a "Celebration of Exquisite Automobiles". While strolling amongst this magnificent display, enjoy wine tasting from local vineyards, food, music, live and silent auctions. Hot Rods For Kids proceeds will benefit Children's Hospice and Palliative Care Coalition (CHPCC), an award-winning non-profit organization based in Watsonville, dedicated to
improving care for children with life-threatening conditions. To view the event website, click here.
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Esalen Labor Day Celebration
Monday, September 6 ~ 2:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Esalen, Highway 1, Big Sur
Join in celebration of Big Sur culture with local foods and entertainment! Sustainable foods harvested from the Esalen farm as well as other local farms and coastal waters will be served all day at one of the food stands containing wood-fired pizza and Esalen grown salads, fresh caught Monterey Bay fish at the taco stand, ingenious and crazy-delicious creations at the vegetarian BBQ. A meal from one of these food stands is complimentary with an entrance ticket. Purchase more if you’d like, along with local beer and wine. There will also be musical and dance performances by some local favorites. For the kids there will be chalk art, huge bubbles, and
face painting. Tickets are $30/person, $10/children 6-14, 5 and under free. Tickets are $20 for Big Sur locals. For more information visit www.esalen.org.
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Salinas School of Dance Open House
Tuesday, September 7 ~ 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm
40 West Gabilan Street, Salinas
Salinas School of Dance is having an open house on Tuesday, September 7 from 2:00pm to 7:00pm. Salinas School of Dance ensures that every student receives the utmost attention and opportunity to advance, as well as supports the disciplines that are so vital to personal achievement. The school offers classes in Pre Ballet, Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Irish Dance and Rock Starz. For more information visit www.salinasdance.com.
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 Passport to Cherry's
Wednesday, Sept. 8 ~ 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Oldtown Salinas
KIDS ZONE at ARIEL Theatrical
320 Main St., Salinas
Come join the fun at the 11th Annual Passport to Cherry's in Oldtown Salinas on Wednesday, September 8th from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The event will feature the ever-popular restaurant food tasting event, live music on three classic car and motorcycle filled blocks, and a Kids' Zone activity center (located at ARIELTheatrical) to entertain the smaller car enthusiasts among us!
Dance to the sounds of Souvenir, Long Distance Flyers, and Local Groove. This year Passport holders also get to take part in our FIRST EVER Poker Walk! Advance tickets for adults are $20 and tickets for children under 12 are $5. For more event information or to purchase ticket click here.
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 Free Workshop: Living with the Middle School Child
Wednesday, Sept. 8 ~ 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Chartwell School, McMahan Hall
2511 Numa Watson, Seaside
Has the sweet child you have been raising for the past 10-12 years suddenly undergone some changes in how they manage things? Most children change the way they interact with their siblings, parents and teachers once they become pre-adolescents. This workshop will discuss: WHY youngsters change, HOW to handle these changes and WHAT guidelines you can put into place at home to benefit all in your household so you can thrive, not just survive adolescence. This workshop is for parents and educators! For more information contact Kristen Atkins at (831)394-3468 extension 1012 or katkins@chartwell.org, or visit www.chartwell.org. This event is sponsored by the Center for the Advancement of Language and Literacy (CALL) at Chartwell.
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 Cherry's Jubilee
September 8 through September 12
Various venues throughout the Monterey Peninsula
Whether it is the coastal views, the "Cork Screw" on the famous Mazda Laguna Seca Track, or the pure beauty of the hot rods, and classic cars, Cherry's Jubilee 2010 will provide a "Jaw-Dropping" good time. Toss in the great wine and food the Peninsula has to offer, plus the camaraderie with car folks and you have the makings of a great weekend. Bring the whole family to Cherry's Jubilee for fun and games! You will have great fun in the bounce houses and you can also have your face painted! All of this while looking at some Cherry Cars!! For more event information visit www.cherrysjubilee.org.
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Parenting Classes based on Value Packed Parenting -- Raising Rock-Solid Children in a
Pleasure-Driven World
Thursdays: September 9 - October 28 ~ 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Monterey Bay Christian School ~ 1184
Hilby, Seaside
The Monterey Bay Christian School is
offering a valuable series of free parenting classes based on the book, "Value-Packed Parenting -- Raising Rock-Solid Children in a
Pleasure-Driven World" by Dr. Kevin Lehman. The classes will be held on
Thursdays, September 9th to October 28th, from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. Topics that will be covered include anger,
discipline, self-confidence, communication and birth order. Babysitting
will be available. Parents of
students at Monterey Bay Christian School or Little Ones Preschool will
receive $100 off their tuition for the following month if they attend
seven out of eight of the classes. For more information, call (831) 899-1250.
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Folk Music Evening at The Farm
Friday, September 10 ~ 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
HIghway 68, Spreckels Blvd. exit, Salinas
The Farm is hosting Folk Music Evening on Friday, September 10th from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Come out and enjoy classic folk music by the bonfire! This fun event is for the entire family and is free. For more information please visit www.thefarm-salinasvalley.com.
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 The Triathlon at Pacific Grove
September 10 through September 12
HIghway 68, Speckles Blvd. exit, Salinas
The City of Pacific Grove and Tri-California Events would like to invite you to come and experience The Triathlon at Pacific Grove. Start with the unique "Kelp Crawl" swim and then enjoy the looped bike and run courses surrounding Lovers Point. The 2010 event will again feature two days of racing along the picturesque California coast. There are also 5K and 10K fun runs. For more a full schedule of events and registration information click here.
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 Festa de Italia
77th Annual Santa Rosalia Festival
September 10 through September 12
Custom House Plaza, Monterey
The Festa de Italia begins Friday, September 10th at 6:00 pm with dancing under the stars to The Joe Sharing Band. Come to dance with one of the most popular dance bands in Northern California. Favorite Italian foods and drinks will be sold on the plaza. On Saturday, September 11th there will be a mass on San Carlos Mission followed by a parade on the plaza and lots of great music. The event will conclude with music on the plaza from 11:30 am to 6:00 pm by different bands. For a full schedule of events, visit www.festaitaliamonterey.com.
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 Samz School of Rock Pizza Fundraiser
Saturday, September 11
Pizza Factory, 926 South Main Street, Salinas
Enjoy dinner at the Pizza Factory on Saturday, September 11th and support Samz School of Rock at the same time! Mention Samz School of Rock and 15% of the proceeds with be donated to the music school. There will also be a performance at 6:30 pm. Click here to download flyer.
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Annual Destruction Derby
Sunday, September 12 ~ Gates open at 11:00 am
King City Fairgrounds, 624 Division Street in King City
The King City Young Farmers and Salinas Valley Fair are hosting the Annual Destruction Derby on Sunday, September 12th at the King City Fair Grounds. The gates open at 11:00 am and the derby begins at 12:00pm. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children 6 to 12 years old, and children 5 and under are free. Come watch the fun! Click here for more information.
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 Orchestra in Schools
Registration: Monday, September 13 at 4:00 pm
All Saints Day School, 8060 Carmel Valley Road
The Orchestra in the Schools program is tuning up for 2010-2011! Students from the Monterey Peninsula public and independent schools are invited to participate. Our team of top local music professionals provides outstanding small group instrumental instruction and large group performance opportunities. This program makes instrumental music available to all interested students. This program is for students grades 4 through 8 (younger students will be considered at the Music Director's discretion). Practices are Mondays from 4:00 to 6:15 pm. Tuition is $425 for the school year (27 two-hour lessons) or $245 per semester. For more information please contact Catherine Anderson at canderson@asds.org.
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 Open House: Chartwell School
and The New High School Project
Tuesday, September 14 ~ 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
2511 Numa Watson Rd, Seaside
On Tuesday, September 14th from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon, Chartwell School and The New High School Project (TNHSP) is offering an informal tour. Guests are invited to explore the LEED Platinum campus that houses both schools, meet the schools’ leaders, and see both the lower school and high school in action. All are welcome and there is no need to RSVP. Please call 394-3468 or email alevalley@chartwell.org with any questions. For directions to the campus, please visit either www.chartwell.org or www.newhighschool.org.
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 Friends of Parents' Place
Fundraiser at California Pizza Kitchen
Tuesday, September 14 ~ 11:00 am to 9:00 pm
1100 Del Monte Center, Monterey
Please join Friends of Parents' Place at California Pizza Kitchen for a flavorsome fundraising event. All you need to do is bring in the attached flyer (copies can also be obtained from the Parents' Place office) on September 14th and present it to your server when ordering. 20% of your check will benefit the organization. So come out and enjoy something delicious from the California Pizza Kitchen menu.
Your taste buds will thank you, and so will Parents' Place!
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 Apple Pies and Family Ties
Santa Cruz County Fair
September 14 through September 19
Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds
2601 East Lake Ave., Watsonville
This year's theme for the Santa Cruz County Fair is Apple Pies and Family Ties. Come join the good old fashioned fair fun including carnival rides, exhibits, delicious fair food and exciting entertainment! Some the performers include The County Five, Bucky Covington, The Family Stone, Gallagher, Pro Wrestling Revolution, and more. For more visit www.santacruzcountyfair.com.
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 53rd Annual Monterey Jazz Festival
September 17 through 19
Monterey County Fairgrounds
2004 Fairgrounds Road
Consistently voted World's Best Jazz Festival by the readers of JazzTimes Magazine, the Monterey Jazz Festival offers 20 acres of magnificent oak-studded grounds for fans to enjoy, featuring films, conversations with the Festival's stars, exhibitions, food and beverages, an international shopping bazaar, and nonstop jazz performances on 8 stages spread throughout the grounds. For ticket and schedule information, visit the Monterey Jazz Festival website at www.montereyjazzfestival.org.
Sunday is Family Day at the Monterey Jazz Festival! The family friendly activities will include an Instrument Petting Zoo (kids can play real instruments), Percussion Playshop, Jazzy Jumper jump house, and kid friendly performances. For more information the Family Day click here.
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Northern California Renassance Faire
Saturdays and Sundays: Sept. 18 thru Oct. 17
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Casa de Fruta, 10031 Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister
Escape to romance and revelry at the Northern California Renassance Faire! The faire runs Saturdays and Sundays beginning September 18 through October 17 from 10:00 am to 6:00pm. Children under 12 are free. Come enjoy the entainment, food, and marketplace. For more schedule information and to purchase tickets visit www.norcalrenfaire.com.
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Down on The Farm Day
Saturday, September 18 ~ 11:00 am
HIghway 68, Spreckels Blvd. exit, Salinas
Come to Down on The Farm Day on Saturday, September 18th at 11:00 am at The Farm in Salinas. There will be a tractor display for the kids, corn and salsa, crafts and hayrides. This fun event is for the entire family and is free. For more information please visit www.thefarm-salinasvalley.com.
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Music with MaryLee Sunseri at the Marina Library
Saturday, September 18 ~ 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Marina Library, 190 Seaside Circle, Marina
The Marina Branch of the Monterey County Free Libraries invites families to join an afternoon of delightful music with award winning singer-songwriter, MaryLee Sunseri, on Saturday, September 18th from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm in the Michelle Lang Children’s Room. No pre-registration is required. This program is sponsored by the Michelle Lang Children’s Room Fund. For information about the program, please call 883-7507.
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 MY Museum’s MY Treasure Hunt
Sunday, September 19 ~ 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey
Ahoy Mateys! Prepare yourself for great pirate adventures in downtown Monterey to celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day. Don’t be alarmed when the hundreds of young pirates and treasure hunting families descend on downtown Monterey with maps in hand on the lookout for valuable loot and pirate booty! Dozens of downtown businesses will hold the keys to the treasure hunting clues, as the pirate adventure winds through Monterey. Good fortune and valuable prizes line the path that leads to the Pirate After Party at the parking lot near MY Museum with good grub, music for the mateys and swashbuckling good fun!
The Hunt will begin at 3:00 pm sharp (check-in begins at 2:00 pm) at 425 Washington Street in downtown Monterey. All participants must be preregistered. Cost is $30 for adults and $15 for kids (under 3 is free). Price of entry includes treasure hunt, BBQ dinner and fun family concert. To register, please call Chelsea or Sarah at MY Museum (831)649-6444.
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14th Annual Stevenson Run in the Forest
5K Run/Walk and 10K Run
Saturday, September 25 ~ 8:00 am
Stevenson School, Wilson Field (Softball Field), Pebble Beach
Put on your walking/running shoes and join the 14th Annual Stevenson Run in the Forest. The 5K run/walk winds through the roads of Pebble Beach near the Stevenson campus.
The 10K run includes an oceanfront stretch along scenic 17-Mile Drive. Immediately following the run, awards will be presented and a full buffet breakfast will be served in Stevenson's Reid Hall. The cost of registration through September 18 is $30 for adults, children under 12 year old are $15. The registration fee includes breakfast and T-shirt.
After September 18, add $5 to each entry. To register visit www.stevensonschool.org.
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 How to Have a Successful IEP Process
Special Kids Crusade
Saturday, September 25 ~ 11:00 am to 5:30 pm
1900 Garden Road, Suite 230, Monterey
Learn how you, as a parent of a child with special needs, can create an Individualized Education Plan that will maximize your child's opportunities for success. Learn how this process can be realistically implemented to ensure the best possible future for your child in school and beyond. Registration and light lunch from 11:00 am to 11:30 am (please bring a $5 donation to cover lunch expenses). The IEP Workshop will be presented in English by Bobbie Colbourne of Exceptional Parents Unlimited from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm. One-on-one appointments will be available to discuss your individual concerns regarding your child's IEP. Appointments are required! Space is limited so reserve your spot by calling (831) 372-2730 by 9/17/10 or e-mail frc@specialkidscrusade.org. There will also be a Spanish presentation, view the flyer for details.
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 Gaming at the Library
Wednesday, September 29 ~ 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Marina Library, 190 Seaside Circle, Marina
The Marina Branch of the Monterey County Free Libraries invites youth in grades 6 to 12 to join a teen gaming event on Wednesday, September 29 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. The event will be held in the Homework Center. For information about the event, please call 883-7507. No pre-registration is required. (This event is sponsored by Central Coast Federal Credit Union.)
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 Conjunction Junction Ariel Function
4th Annual Ariel Theatrical Benefit
Thursday, October 7 ~ 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Ariel Theatrical, 320 Main Street, Salinas
Ariel Theatrical will be hosting it's Fourth Annual Benefit on Thursday, October 7th from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. The benefit will feature the cast of Schoolhouse Rock Live! and local celebrities. There will be gourmet food, a silent auction, a theater tour and dessert with coffee. Come join in the fun and support the local children's theatre. Tickets are $25 if purchased before September 25, $35 after. For more information call (831)775-0976.
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