Through December 2
Becoming American: Teenagers & Immigration
Salinas
831-775-4739
www.steinbeck.org
Black & White photo-interviews - photographic portraits. Developed by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service.
November 1-5
Pebble Beach Equestrian Championships
Pebble Beach
831-624-2756
www.ridepebblebeach.com
Grand finale to the horse show season in Pebble Beach.
November 2
Chris Botti
Carmel
831-620-2040
www.sunsetcenter.org
Trumpeter Chris Botti is a gifted instrumentalist, a talented composer, and a charismatic performer who�since the release of his first solo album in 1995�has created a series of recordings that have made him a virtual genre-of-one in the realm of contemporary jazz.
November 2-3
The Mills Brothers
Monterey
831-372-3800
www.goldenstatetheatre.com
The appeal of the eloquent music of The Mills Brothers has attracted adoring audiences worldwide for more than 75 uninterrupted years.
November 3
Monterey County Film Commission's 20th Anniversary Gala
Monterey
831-646-0910
www.FilmMonterey.org
Celebrate 20 years of the Monterey County Film Commission at a gala event that salutes big band supper clubs and the golden age of Hollywood style! This special evening includes dinner, celebrity surprises, and dancing to the music of Wally�s Swing World.
November 3
The All American Boys Chorus at Wild Things
Salinas
831-455-3180
www.wildthingsinc.com
The 32-voice ensemble, whose members range from 9-14 years old, have performed to standing ovations all over the world to include Russia, Austria, Switzerland, Germany, Italy and Japan. They have entertained and appeared with such artists and dignitaries as Bob Hope, Tony Bennet, Victor Borge, former Presidents Nixon, Ford, Carter, Reagan, and Bush. Their performance this evening promises to be unlike any other with tunes from West Side Story, The Music Man, Lion King, Dixieland and Jazz. An added Wild Things twist will guarantee an extremely unique performance. All Proceeds Benefit EARS! Seating is limited.
November 9-11
11th Annual Great Wine Escape Weekend
Monterey
831-375-9400
www.montereywines.org
Celebrate the harvest at Monterey County wineries and restaurants as they roll out the red carpet for a weekend of self-guided and narrated bus tours, open houses, winemaker dinners Friday and Saturday nights, and live entertainment.
November 9-11
8th Annual United Nations Association Film Festival
Monterey
831-625-9414
www.unamontereybay.org
Don�t miss this annual festival featuring a selection of 12 fascinating international award-winning documentary films that address critical global concerns.
November 11
Big Sur Half Marathon and Run Forrest Run 5K
Monterey
831-625-6226
www.bigsurhalfmarathon.org
This half marathon features a scenic, flat fast course that loops around Fisherman�s Wharf, Cannery Row and the Pacific Grove coastline.
November 13-18
Callaway Golf Pebble Beach Invitational
Pebble Beach
831-625-8575
www.pebblebeach.com
The world's only tournament that matches players from the PGA, the LPGA, the Champions, and Nationwide Tours in head-to-head competition for the same purse
November 30
Carmel Holiday Tree Lighting
Carmel
831-620-2020
www.carmelcalifornia.com
Annual holiday celebration, tree lighting and entertainment. Held on Ocean Ave and Devendorf Park at 5 PM.
November 30
The Alexander String Quartet
Carmel
831-625-9938
www.carmelmusic.org
One of the world�s premier ensembles, the Alexander String Quartet is widely admired
for its interpretations of Beethoven and Mozart, among others,as well as its advocacy for new music.
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November 14
"The History of the Stevenson House"
Monterey
831-646-3949
Celebrate the "Unbirthday" of Robert Louis Stevenson with an interesting look at Monterey's historic "Stevenson House", by Stevenson scholar and biographer Roger Swearingen. The lecture will be followed by an "unbirthday" cake courtesy of the RLS Club of Monterey. For ages 16-up. Admission is free, but reservations are required.
November 16-December 9
�Going On Ed Sullivan�
Carmel
831-917-6933
www.ticketguys.com
Comedian Larry Wilde stars in this one-man show about life in comedy � and comedy in life. This not-to-be-missed play, based on Larry�s remarkable career and life, will be held at the Carl Cherry Center for the Arts.
November 17
37th Annual Homecrafters' Marketplace
Carmel
831-620-2020
A judged show of the creations made by artists and craftspeople in Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties. Superb holiday shopping!
November 17
"Taste the Art, View the Wine"
Monterey
831-915-1757
www.711canneryrow.com
Taste wine from Bargetto and Silver Mountain wineries while exploring open art studios at 711 Cannery Row, where a group of independent artists have converted the old Monterey Canning Company warehouse into studios. Enjoy exclusive views of new works and works-in-progress by nine local artists. Ten percent of all proceeds from a silent art auction will be donated to the Monterey Youth Arts Collective.
November 20
Clint Black
Monterey
831-372-3800
www.goldenstatetheatre.com
One of the most popular and influential artists in the history of country music, Clint Black will perform all his hits.
November 23
�Miracle on Del Monte Center�
Monterey
831-633-4444
www.delmontecenter.com
It's holiday time and guess who's coming to town�not only for photos with his fans, but to star in a fabulously festive musical of merriment? Santa takes center stage in �Santastic! Santa�s Fantastic Musical Revue� and proves why he gets to wear the big red suit! In this most enjoyable presentation, Santa leads four elves in songs, stories and dances retelling the most beloved scenes and melodies. The audience will be invited to join in a holiday sing-along before Santa heads to his Workshop. All kids who visit Santa in his workshop on November 23rd will receive a pair of plush antlers.
November 23
Cannery Row Christmas Tree Lighting
Monterey
www.canneryrow.com
Entrance is free! Cannery Row's holiday season begins with its 13th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. The Row will be transformed into a glowing, enchanting wonderland with music, dazzling lights and decorations, and the special arrival of Santa Claus! Music will start filling the row beginning at 4 pm and will continue until 8 pm. Santa's official arrival and tree lighting ceremony commences at 6 pm.
November 24-25
27th Annual Big Sur Harvest & Craft Fair
Big Sur
831-667-2557
A unique collection of Artists of Big Sur and their friends from the outlying areas who craft or practice their arts the year around. The show starts off with a potluck, which gives it a family feeling.
November 29
Holiday Parade of Lights
Salinas
(831) 796-6915
www.salinasparade.com
Kick off your holidays at the 7th Annual Holiday Parade of Lights, a family and community delight attracting 10,000 spectators and 80 Parade Entrants from marching bands, floats, dancers, walking groups, and classic cars. The route winds up South Main Street and through Oldtown to the National Steinbeck Center. Celebrity announcers keep you well informed.
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