Slowfiber presents a Beginner Hand Stitching Class starting February 21. We'll meet for three consecutive Saturdays, 10am-11:30am. Fee is $75, register here .

In this class, you'll learn four basic hand-stitches that will get you through almost any project: running, back, hem, and whip stitch. You'll also learn where to use them and which fabrics, threads, and needles to use for which projects.

Feb. 21 & 22, come shop at Plato's Closet to find all our staff's favorite items plus a huge collection of Coach bags (vintage and modern secondhand).

We're open 10am-9pm Saturday, 11am-6pm Sunday. Get here early for the best selection.

Monterey Public Library Friends & Foundation presents the 21st Annual Chocolate & Wine Benefit at Monterey County Library for ages 21 and over.

Celebrate with chocolate, wine, beer, savory snacks, live music, and a silent auction at the library. Tickets are $75 - purchase here . Proceeds will benefit Monterey Public Library.

Pour a candle. Design with moss. Set an intention. Lit for Growth invites you into a cozy, candlelit space to nurture growth, creativity, and calm. Enjoy this collaboration between Pacific Coast Home Fragrances & Momstera Lounge

Plus shop the Lounge the same night and receive 15% off

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

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents the Landing Trio featuring Keith Rayburn, Eliza James, and Rick Chelew. Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selection of craft beer.

Emmy Award Winning Spanish Guitar and Dance Spectacular.
2025 marks the year that Benise, "The Prince of Spanish Guitar, "launches his 25th Anniversary Tour and 8th PBS Special "25 Years of Passion!" Armed with his Spanish Guitar...

Compact Disco presents DJ Gavin Hardkiss. Free until 9pm, $20 after. Ages 21+ only.

Gavin Hardkiss helped pioneer the US electronic dance scene with the groundbreaking record label Hardkiss Music. He quickly joined the ranks of the International DJ elite, jetting to raves and clubs around the world to perform his eclectic sounds.

Golden State Theatre presents Dave Wakeling and The English Beat . Tickets are $43-$67 - to purchase, please click here .

Dave Wakeling and The English Beat entered the music scene in the troubled times of 1979, bringing a message of love, unity, and a steady, rhythmic groove of danceable songs and helping to build the sound known as Ska.

Off The Charts Monterey, located in the Lighthouse District, is sponsoring a Runners High Club 5k Social Run on Sunday, Feb. 22 at Lovers Point in Pacific Grove. Learn more.

Saturday and Sunday, February 21 & 22, come shop the Plato's Closet Our Favorite Things Drop. We're dropping our staff's favorite things into the store along with a huge collection of Coach bags (vintage and modern secondhand) because we love...

Every Sunday, 2pm-4pm, chess matches are played between the tumbling piles of books at Old Capitol Books. Come join us for a relaxed game, a chat, or a wee peek at a nearby page. Beginners are more than welcome. Free for everyone.

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.

Every Sunday, Pearl Hour cocktail bar presents an evening of live jazz music featuring the Zach Westfall Quartet beginning at 8pm. $10 cover. Ages 21 and over only.

The quartet features Zach Westfall (bass), Ben Herod (sax), Mike Lent...

Join Tribe in the Sky at Bulldog Sports Pub every Tuesday for our weekly jam session and community connection, 6:30pm-10pm. We feature a dynamic mix of music, comedy, and storytelling. All ages welcome. Pet-friendly.

Celebrate WineDown Wednesdays at Hula's Island Grill! Every Wednesday, 12pm-9:30pm, all bottles of wine and sake are offered at half off. You're welcome.

The Pearl Works, the Professional Women's Network, and the Old Monterey Business Association present an evening of speed networking! Join us for a high-energy evening where conversations move quickly, connections spark instantly, and opportunities multiply.

Whether you’re looking for a new collaborator or mentor or want to expand your network, this event is for you. Fee is $15 for members of TPW, PWN, and OMBA, $25 for all others. Register here.

Every Wednesday, Pearl Hour cocktail bar presents an evening of live jazz music featuring the Ben Herod Trio beginning at 8pm. $10 cover. Ages 21 and over only.

Looking for a fun and creative night out? Our pottery wheel classes are the perfect blend of hands-on learning and artistic play. Whether you’re a total beginner or just curious to try, our instructors will guide you step-by-step to help you shape, center, and create something amazing.

Alvarado Street Brewery is holding The Bachelor Trivia Night in the beer garden, 6:30pm-8:30pm!

Tonight, we're delving into the dramatic rose ceremonies, surprise twists, and countless spin-offs in The Bachelor Nation and fundraising for Animal Friends Rescue Project - make a $10 team donation to AFRP to participate.

Om Studios presents a Restorative Yoga workshop led by Gennica Cochran. This gentle practice is designed to soothe the nervous system and release tension through a series of supported postures, calming breath work, and guided meditation. Fee is $30 - r egister here .

Known for No. 1 singles like “A Little More Country Than That” and “Roll With It,” Easton Corbin has been gracing stages with his memorable baritone and unique blend of traditional and modern country music for more than a decade.

Lunar New Year Celebration at the Campbell Community Center

5pm-7pm Feb 27 in the Orchard City Banquet Hall

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 selection of craft beer.

Compact Disco features DJ Geo Stasi. Free until 9pm, $20 after. 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.

The Carmel Delights and a star-studded cast bring burlesque and vaudeville to Pearl Hour, serving you a speakeasy vibe with delicious craft cocktails and an all-inclusive environment. Ages 21+ only.

Tonight's show, Wuthering Delights , is all about romance! It's a slow burn of your erotic fiction fantasies brought to life with your favorite dancers. Purchase tickets here.

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

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents singer-songwriter RJ DeMarco . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selection of craft beer.

Wendi Kirby Music presents talented vocalist and songwriter Allison Wheeler , bringing her debut album Winterspring and some surprises to the stage in this intimate, two-set show on Sat, Feb. 28 at 7pm. Tickets are $50 - purchase here .

Rooted in jazz but shaped by storytelling, Allison's songs exude warmth and emotional honesty.

This musical journey will feature true all-stars of the Celtic world from Ireland, England, Scotland and beyond. Cape Breton’s Celtic legend Natalie MacMaster and Fiddle virtuoso Donnell Leahy invite some of the World’s top Celtic Musicians to join them for an incredible night!

Golden State Theatre presents comedian Carlos Mencia on Saturday, February 28 at 8pm. Tickets are $40-$88. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

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Compact Disco presents a night of house music featuring the legendary Jayvi Velasco of San Francisco. Free before 9pm, $20 after. Ages 21+ only.

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents guitarist and songwriter Peter Barnes Martin . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Golden State Theatre presents comedian Tig Notaro for a second show on Monday, March 2 at 7pm. Tickets are $58-$88 - purchase here .

Tig Notaro is an Emmy, Grammy, WGA, and SAG Award-nominated comedian, actor, writer, director, producer and podcast host named by Rolling Stone one of the 50 best stand-up comics of all time.