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February 2
First Fridays Art Walk in Oldtown Salinas
Salinas
831-758-9126
www.artistasunidos.org
Explore the galleries and informal exhibit spaces of Oldtown Salinas - complete with live music and light snacks - during this free monthly open house. Held 5-8pm the first Friday of every month.
February 3
Fort Ord Native Planting Event
831-394-8314
Join the Bureau of Land Management and Chuck Haugen Conservation Fund volunteers at a planting event to help restore Fort Ord's native plant demonstration beds. A fun way to meet other Monterey Bay-area volunteers. Refreshments and equipment will be provided.
February 3, 10, 14 and 17
Valentine�s Day Safari Tours at Wild Things
831-455-1901
www.wildthingsinc.com
Get a little wild on Valentine�s Day! Join Wild Things for a fun-filled evening exploring the fascinating mating behaviors of the animal kingdom while participating in a �mating game� competition. Every night a winning couple is presented with a gift certificate for a night in Wild Things� safari-style B&B;! After the tour, couples will enjoy a cheese, chocolate and sparkling cider reception. Photos with a wild thing will also be available after the tour. This tour is for adults only because these animals are naughty by nature!
February 5-11
AT&T; Pebble Beach National Pro-Am
Pebble Beach
800-541-9091
www.attpbgolf.com
The AT&T; Pebble Beach National Pro-Am is a 72-hole PGA Tour golf championship with 180 top tour professionals and 180 star-studded celebrity amateurs competing head-to-head for the coveted title.
February 10
A Day of Romance in Old Monterey
Monterey
831-649-7118
Docents will lead guests on a �tour� to four historic adobes (Larkin House, Diaz Adobe, Cooper-Molera Adobe, and Stevenson House) where actors will present four romance plays, based on events and lives of historic figures from Monterey�s past. All tours begin at the Cooper Museum Store and depart promptly at appointed times beginning at 11:00 a.m., leaving every half hour with the exception of 12:30 p.m. Cost is $16.00.
February 14
Valentine's Day Dinner at the Culinary Center of Monterey
831-333-2133
www.culinarycenterofmonterey.com
Join the Culinary Center of Monterey for a very special Valentine Dinner presented by the senior class student chefs under the direction of chef instructor Rick Edge. Reservations required.
February 16-18
Wine Passport Weekend
Countywide
831-375-9400
www.montereywines.org
Explore the wineries of Monterey County equipped with a "passport" that entitles you to tastings, special offers and great prizes.
February 18-25
AMGEN Tour of California
Countywide
www.amgentourofcalifornia.com
The world's top professional cycling teams compete for the highest prize purse in America. The 700 mile race travels throughout california passing by scenic highway 1 through Big Sur.
February 21
3rd Annual International Flavors of Marina Event
California State University Monterey Bay (CSUMB)
831-384-9155
The Third Annual International Flavors of Marina will be held on Wednesday, February, 2007 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the CSUMB, University Center Ballroom. Over 30 restaurants, wineries, and breweries will be showcased at this popular event. Please reserve your tickets in advance to ensure availability. Parking is included in the price of admission. $20: Members, $25: Non-Members.
February 24
RADIOFEST 2007
A Ham Radio Special Event
Seaside
831-394-6678
www.radiofest.org
This is a free public service and family event featuring a flea market, vendor booths, Ham radio demos, free license exams, fantastic speakers and door prizes. Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., located at the General Stillwell Community Center in Ord Military Community (old Fort Ord)
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February 22-25
21st Annual Masters of Food and Wine
Carmel
800-401-1009
The world's leading international summit of food and wines. Rare wine tasting and food prepared by the world�s best chefs, cooking demonstrations and more.
February 24-25
Shark Days
Monterey
(831) 648-4800
www.montereybayaquarium.org
Awe...fear...wonder...respect. Sharks have always evoked strong feelings. Learn more about these amazing animals from the aquarium's experts.
February 23-25
Big Sur Chanterelle Cook-Off
Big Sur
www.pelicannetwork.net/chanterelle
Chanterelles, unlike any other mushroom, define the exquisite offerings of Big Sur's natural world. The Chanterelle Cook-Off celebrates the unique wonders of Big Sur and its exquisite cuisine.
February 25
Oscar Night Gala
Carmel
831-646-0910
www.filmmonterey.org
A glamorous evening celebrating the Academy Awards. Dinner plus big-screen telecast.
February 24 - March 31
Monterey County Reads "The Grapes of Wrath"
Monterey
(831) 775-4724
www.steinbeck.org
Join the Big read! Celebrate with a full calendar of The Grapes of Wrath events including book groups, film, dance, and panel discussions. The Big Read is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services and Arts Midwest.
February 24-25
Steinbeck's Birthday Celebration
Salinas
831-775-4721
www.steinbeck.org
The Grapes of Wrath "Big Read" kickoff & Steinbeck Birthday Celebration weekend.
Saturday features author Thomas Steinbeck, John Steinbeck�s son, entertainment at the Oldtown Salinas Farmer�s Market, and dramatic readings from The Grapes of Wrath. On Sunday schoolchildren singing "Happy Birthday " and refreshments will be served . On both days student entries from the Comcast, "Grapes of Wrath" 11th grade multimedia scholarship competition will be on display for visitor voting. Free admission both days for tri-county residents .
February 25
Intricacies of Taste
Carmel Valley
831-624-2600
www.chateaujulien.com
Chateau Julien�s Kraftzeck and Chef Kasky will lead participants through the fundamentals of taste, exploring a variety of wines with comparable foods and textures. from 1:00pm � 4:00pm in the winery�s Conservatory, and will feature a hands-on discussion and tasting of complementary, contrasting and experimental food/wine combinations. Visit the website for a complete list of Chateau Julien Wine Estate 2007 events.
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