This Week's Highlights

Help Cooper-Molera Adobe Replace the Roof

Let's raise the roof! The National Trust for Historic Preservation is conducting a significant restoration project at Cooper-Molera Adobe, and it's now doing additional fundraising to replace the Cooper Adobe and Diaz Adobe roofs. We, the public, can help!

All donations of any amount are welcome. Simply visit the donation page , click the "Donate" button, enter a dollar amount, and be sure to specify "ROOF" at Checkout. Learn more here.

Artist Heidi McGurrin Featured at Webster Street Art Gallery

Webster Street Art Gallery presents an exhibit of the vibrant paintings of Heidi McGurrin , running through April 2025 at 188 Webster Street.

Monterey County resident Heidi McGurrin is a photographer, writer, and painter whose vibrant art has been exhibited widely. She is the great granddaughter of artist Jane Gallatin Powers.

Glenn Bell at Puma Road

 
3/23/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents musician Glenn Bell . In recent years, he has performed as a member of the bands Sensory Tribe, The BASSment, and Yeobo.

Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Join Piano Freeology at Wendi Kirby Music

Have you stopped playing piano because of perfectionism, imposter syndrome, or performance anxiety? Or maybe you’ve never had the chance to create your own music?

Wendi Kirby, a pianist and educator, announces Piano Freeology, a membership-based online program designed to help pianists reconnect with your love for the piano. Membership special through March 22. Learn more here.

DJ Geo Stasi and Friends at Compact Disco

 
3/28/25
 
 
Compact Disco

Compact Disco features DJ Geo Stasi and Friends on Friday, March 28. Ages 21+ only.

A member of Funk Lab Productions in the late 90s, Geo Stasi draws inspiration from such diverse genres as Funk, Disco, R&B, Soul, Freestyle, and Hip Hop.

Ryan Sesma at Albatross Ridge

 
3/28/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents musician Ryan Sesma . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

Songbird Meadow at Puma Road

 
3/29/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents the musical duo Songbird Meadow . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Monterey Museum of Art's Block Party 2025

 
4/5/25
 
Free
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Get ready for the Monterey Museum of Art's 3rd Annual Block Party! This vibrant arts festival, free and open to all , transforms downtown Monterey into a bustling hub of art and creativity.

Discover local artisans and makers showcasing their unique crafts alongside dazzling performances and a variety of delicious food and drink options. Participate in interactive arts activities designed for all ages and enjoy free admission to our latest exhibitions.

Special Pilates Intro Offer at Om Studios

Now's the time to start learning Pilates! Om Studios' Pilates Intro Offer is designed to help you build a strong foundation, gain confidence on the Pilates Reformer, and create momentum in your practice. We're offering 1 private Reformer Pilates session and 3 group classes for only $159. Learn more.

Happy Hour at Sovino Supporting Monterey Audubon Society

 
3/26/25
 
 
Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant

Come enjoy good wine for a good cause! Sovino is hosting a Monterey Audubon Society Happy Hour Benefit on March 26, 5pm-7pm. 5% of all purchases made in those two hours will go to Monterey Audubon Society, plus MAS will be debuting some new swag.

Kids Hero Run 2025 at Custom House Plaza

 
3/30/25
 
Free
 
Custom House Plaza

Monterey Firefighters Community Foundation invites families to join local firefighters for a free Kids' Hero Run on Sunday March 30, 10am-2pm, at Custom House Plaza.

Kids ages 2-17 can come dressed as their favorite superhero and run through a series of inflatable obstacle courses. Come out and have a great time with the whole family!

All About Breakthrough Men's Community: A Free Workshop

 
4/1/25
 
free
 
Breakthrough Men's Community

Breakthrough Men's Community presents a free one-hour session designed to introduce men to the core principles and transformative impact of the organization's full workshops.

These welcoming, no-commitment introductory sessions take place on the first Tuesday of each month, 5pm-6pm, led by Executive Director Arnold Westphal.

Meet Artist Gordon Mayfield at Venture Gallery

 
4/5/25
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Gordon Mayfield on Saturday, April 5, 3pm-5:30pm. Drop by the gallery, view Gordon's exhibit of his beautiful watercolor landscape paintings, and speak with him about his work. Gordon's art will be featured at the gallery through April.

Peter Barnes Martin at Albatross Ridge

 
4/5/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents guitarist and songwriter Peter Barnes Martin . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.