Events Calendar: 2021-10-01

For upcoming conferences happening in Old Monterey, please see the Conference Calendar.

Friday Night Magic at Mythic Games

 
10/1/21
 
$16
 
Mythic Games Monterey

Friday Night Magic is back at Mythic Games Monterey! Come join us at the shop for Magic: The Gathering. Tonight at 6pm will be Innistrad: Midnight Hunt, $16 fee, 3 rounds. Proof of vaccination is mandatory.

The Wailin' Jennys at Golden State Theatre 2021

 
10/1/21
 
$34-$59
 
Golden State Theatre

The Golden State Theatre hosts The Wailin' Jennys on Friday, October 1 at 8pm. The group has grown over the years into one of today’s most beloved international folk acts - three distinct voices that together make an achingly perfect vocal sound.

Back Lot Poetry: A Monthly Open Mic at Old Capitol Books

 
10/1/21
 
 
Old Capitol Books

We know that some of you have been fantasizing about gathering in dark parking lots. With strangers. To read poetry. Let Old Capitol Books help you with that.

We hold monthly Poetry Open Mic Nights on the first Friday of every month at 9pm in the parking lot behind our building (at 499 Calle Principal). Hosted by Brian Sheffield.

Garden Pop-up Sale at Cooper Molera Adobe

 
10/2/21
 
free
 
Cooper Molera Adobe - A Historic Site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation

The Cooper Molera Adobe and the Historic Garden League invite you to attend a Garden Pop-up Sale on Saturday, Oct. 2, 9:30am-12:30pm which will include a plant sale, garden tours, and a salvia propagation workshop.

Varieties of plants for sale will include scented geraniums, sages, roses, and other propagated plants from the Cooper Molera Gardens.

Modern Saturday at Mythic Games

 
10/2/21
 
$10
 
Mythic Games Monterey

Dust off those paper Modern cards or break in the new Modern Horizons 2 powerhouses. At Mythic Games Monterey, we're celebrating Magic: The Gathering Modern Constructed every Saturday in August at 1pm. 3 rounds, $10 entry fee, 16 person limit. Proof of full vaccination mandatory. Register 30 minutes in advance with the official Companion app.

Ayurveda Workshop and Immersion Course at Om Studios

 
10/2/21
 
$35/$250
 
Om Studios

Have you always wanted to learn about integrative medicine and Ayurveda? Om Studios is offering a full-day workshop on the fundamentals of Ayurveda on Sunday, October 2, 4pm-6:30pm.Learn your unique dosha and get an all-levels yoga practice to energize and...

Kris Angelis at Puma Road

 
10/2/21
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents award-winning singer-songwriter Kris Angelis from L.A. Enjoy wine tastings and wines by the glass or bottle while listening to her great music.

Adam Astrup and Miranda Perl at Puma Road

 
10/3/21
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents guitarist Adam Astrup and vocalist Miranda Perl. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

October Sale at Haute Beauty Guide

 
10/5/21
 
 
Haute Beauty Guide

Haute Beauty Guide's retail store is holding a huge sale, now through October 15. Stop by in-person or online to see our great deals on beauty products, home decor, jewelry, candles, children's activities, and more. The shop is open Tue-Sat, 11am-4pm.

Old Monterey Marketplace and Farmers Market

 
10/5/21
 
free
 
Old Monterey

The Old Monterey Marketplace and Farmer's Market is back! The market has returned to Alvarado Street on Tuesdays, 4pm-8pm, featuring local produce, crafts, and food vendors. Please note: we'll be closed on December 28 and January 4.

The market is offering free Covid vaccines and boosters (all three - Pfizer, Moderna, and J&J). Lightspeed Testing continues to offers free rapid antigen Covid testing (PCR tests also available) at the market, 4pm-6pm. No appointment necessary - just show up.

Fleet Feet's 5k Training Program Begins

 
10/6/21
 
$89/$109
 
Fleet Feet Monterey

Fleet Feet Monterey is bringing back our 5k training program Oct 6 - Nov 26. We'll meet every Wednesday, 6:30pm-8pm, and Saturday, 8am-9:30am. This program is designed with all paces in mind, whether this is your first 5K or your fiftieth. Fee is $109.

Trivia Night at Sovino Wine Bar

 
10/6/21
 
 
Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant

Trivia Nights have returned to Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant. Every Wednesday, 7pm-9pm, trivia rock star Miguel Silva leads us in a match. As usual, there will be gift certificates for the victor.

Fire Safety Friday at MY Museum 2021

 
10/8/21
 
 
Monterey County Youth Museum

Monterey County Youth Museum celebrates Fire Safety Friday, hosting our favorite firefighters from the Monterey Fire Department for an hour of fire safety demonstrations, activities, and a tour of a real fire engine. Admission is free for MY Museum Members; $10 for all others. Please reserve a spot on our website.

Max Crist at Puma Road

 
10/8/21
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents musician Max Crist. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

MendBar Happy Hour Fridays at slowfiber

 
10/8/21
 
$5-$10
 
Slowfiber

Join slowfiber at our MendBar Happy Hour taking place 2nd, 3rd and 4th Fridays, 5:30pm-8pm, at the shop. Fee is $5-$10, sliding scale. Please register in advance.

Mend Bar Happy Hour, is where we upcycle, recycle and repair garments. Each week covers a particular skill and offers a chance for a fresh look in your closet. Supplies are included in the price. You'll develop skills as you go free from judgement in a supportive and fun environment.

Revival Ice Cream's 5th Birthday Celebration

 
10/9/21
 
 
Revival Ice Cream

Revival Ice Cream is celebrating our 5th birthday! Please join us on Saturday, 12pm-10pm. Every customer will receive a free mini scoop of our Revival Birthday Cake ice cream and, only for today, we're bringing back a favorite seasonal flavor: Matcha Coconut.

Bring the whole family! Today, 3pm-6pm, we'll have an outdoor kids' space with music, balloons, and a limited edition coloring book.

Out of the Blue at Puma Road

 
10/9/21
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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

Out of the Blue is a class...

Monterey Museum of Art Panel: Shadows from the Past Exhibition

 
10/14/21
 
$10/$20
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Monterey Museum of Art presents an online panel discussion with the artists featured in our current exhibition, Shadows from the Past: Sansei Artists and the American Concentration Camps . Hear about the artists' artwork, motivations, and experiences as third-generation Japanese American artists living in California.

$10 for Museum members, $20 for all others. Please register online.

Slowfiber Book Club Sew Along: Creative Stitching

 
10/14/21
 
$32
 
Slowfiber

Update: this class is now full. Join Slowfiber owner Jaki Canterbury and special guest Joan Near for a Slowfiber Book Club Sew Along featuring the book Creative Stitching, 2nd Edition by Sue Spargo. We will meet on Zoom on Thursdays, 5:30pm-6:30pm, Oct 14 - Nov 18. Fee is $32.

The is not a class but a creative support and sharing book club. To participate, you need to be able to hand stitch. For more info and to register, visit the Slowfiber website .

AJ Fernandez Cigar Tasting Event at Hellam's

 
10/14/21
 
$35
 
Hellam's Tobacco and Wine Shop

Hellam's Tobacco and Wine Shop presents a cigar tasting event featuring AJ Fernandez's Bellas Artes, New World, and San Lontano cigars. Participation fee is $35 for non-members.

Linda Arceo at Puma Road

 
10/15/21
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents singer-songwriter Linda Arceo . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Linda Arceo is an...

Pumpkin Carving Night at Puma Road

 
10/15/21
 
$20/$10
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza is hosting our first-ever after-hours Jack-O-Lantern Pumpkin Carving events on Friday, October 15 and Friday, October 22 at 8pm. Fee is $10 for Wine Club members, $20 for all others. Fee includes pumpkin, supplies, and...

Comedian Demetri Martin at Golden State Theatre 2021

 
10/16/21
 
$35-$59
 
Golden State Theatre

The Golden State Theatre hosts Demetri Martin . An American comedian, actor, artist, musician, and writer, Martin is best known for his work as a stand-up comedian, appearing on The Daily Show and his Comedy Central show, Important Things with Demetri Martin . Tickets are $35-$59.

Adam Astrup and Miranda Perl at Puma Road

 
10/17/21
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents guitarist Adam Astrup and vocalist Miranda Perl. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

A Taste of France at Sovino Wine Bar

 
10/21/21
 
 
Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant

Sovino Wine Bar has always been centered on California wines, but on Thurs, 7pm-9pm, we'll offer a flight of 6 French wines from areas such as Champagne, Burgandy, & Bordeaux as well as French-style appetizers & discounts on any wine ordered or purchased.

Christopher Cross at Golden State Theatre 2021

 
10/21/21
 
$35-$59
 
Golden State Theatre

Grammy-winning musician Christopher Cross performs at Golden State Theatre in Old Monterey. Tickets still available! Hear his hits “Sailing,” “Ride Like the Wind,” “Say You’ll Be Mine,” and more.

Reminder: proof of full vaccination or negative Covid test within 72 hours of showtime required.

Max Crist at Puma Road

 
10/22/21
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents musician Max Crist. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Theory & Philosophy Reading Group: Achille Mbembe

 
10/22/21
 
free
 
Old Capitol Books

The Theory and Philosophy Reading Group has returned to Old Capitol Books ! This month, we're going to discuss Achille Mbemb book, book, The Critique of Black Reason . Come talk about theory, philosophy, and how it relates to current events with a friendly group of readers and thinkers.

Pumpkin Carving Night at Puma Road

 
10/22/21
 
$20/$10
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza is hosting our first-ever after-hours Jack-O-Lantern Pumpkin Carving events on Friday, October 15 and Friday, October 22 at 8pm. Fee is $10 for Wine Club members, $20 for all others. Fee includes pumpkin, supplies, and...

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day at Monterey Police Department

 
10/23/21
 
free
 
Monterey Police Department

Monterey Police Department is participating in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, 10am-2pm, At that time, you can drop off potentially dangerous prescription medications for safe disposal. This includes tablets, capsules, and patches. Please note: liquids (including intravenous solutions), syringes and other sharps, and illegal drugs will not be accepted.

Halloween Cookies, Crafting & Stories at MY Museum

 
10/23/21
 
$25
 
Monterey County Youth Museum

My Museum invites you and your children to dress in your favorite Halloween pajamas and join us for an afternoon of Halloween sugar cookie decorating, crafts, and stories on Sat, 3:30pm-5pm.

Reservations and face masks required. One adult per child required. Fee is $25 per child (accompanying adult free). Tickets now available on our website .

Sej Miles at Puma Road

 
10/23/21
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents award-winning singer-songwriter Sej Miles, whose musical influences draw from gospel, blues, and folk. Join us for wine tasting and wines by the glass or bottle while you enjoy this up and coming talent.

Movie in the Park: "Monsters, Inc."

 
10/23/21
 
Free
 
Colton Hall Lawn

Monterey firefighters present a screening of the film Monsters, Inc. on the lawn of Colton Hall. Pre-show festivities include fire engines, MY Museum crafts, a taco truck, Trader Joe's snacks, and popcorn and cotton candy.

Halloween costumes are encouraged - we will have a few trick-or-treat stations set up for the kids. Make sure to bring chairs or a blanket to sit on and wear lots of warm layers.

Pub Run with Fleet Feet and Fieldwork Brewing

 
10/25/21
 
 
Fieldwork Brewing Company

Fleet Feet Monterey is hosting a Pop Up Pub Run at 6:30pm. We'll begin and end at Fieldwork Brewing Company. All paces, levels, distances, and abilities are always welcome. Post-run, we can grab a beer together!

Pumpkin Carving Contest at Turn 12

 
10/25/21
 
 
Turn 12 Bar & Grill

Turn 12 Bar & Grill presents our 7th Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest. Festivities begin at 9:30pm. Judging at midnight. Prizes for best pumpkin!

Spooky Kahoot! Trivia Night at Nacho Bizness

 
10/27/21
 
 
Nacho Bizness

Nacho Bizness presents a Spooky Kahoot! Trivia Night on Wednesday, October 27, 7pm-9pm. Eat nachos, drink drinks, win prizes with trivia about all things spooky. Come join us for a spooktacular good time. If you want to wear a costume,...

Max Crist at Puma Road

 
10/29/21
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents musician Max Crist. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Zhjon at Puma Road

 
10/30/21
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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

Halloween Costumes and Cocktails at Esteban Restaurant

 
10/31/21
 
 
Esteban Restaurant

Dress up with your 4-legged friends and join Esteban Restaurant on the patio for our Costumes and Cocktails Event. Pets can indulge in the Tasty Treats Menu and humans can savor the Seasonal Dinner Menu and sip spooky beverages. Costumes are encouraged for pets and their people! Phone for reservations, 831-375-0176.

Halloween Monster Bash at Puma Road

 
10/31/21
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

The Halloween Monster Bash returns to Puma Road at Portola Plaza, 5pm-8pm. We'll have spooky tunes by local duo Magenta Spreen, a costume contest, and wine specials.