Monterey Museum of Art presents a workshop on crochet amigurumi on Saturday, August 17, 1:30pm-4:30pm, taught by Lauren Wall. Fee is $35 - register here .

In this class, you'll learn how to crochet little plush...

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Deborah Russell at an artist's reception on August 17, 2pm-4pm. Drop by the gallery, view the exhibit of Deborah's vibrant paintings of the natural world, Tangled Treasures , and speak with her about her work. Deborah's art will be featured at the gallery through September.

Every Tuesday and Saturdays at Tessora's this summer is Sangria & Snacks. You'll get to enjoy a pitcher of their special house made Sangria and a seasonal Tapas plate for $55 and you take home the pitcher.

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.

In honor of Car Week, Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse presents a night of live music featuring singer-songwriter Frida Vossler at 6pm and singer and mandolin player Dave Holodiloff at 7:30pm on Saturday, August 17. No cover charge. All ages welcome!

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

Come down to Bulldog Sports Pub and watch UFC 305 on Saturday, August 17. The fights start at 7pm - come early for good seats and enjoy some food and drink.

Tonight's UFC match will feature the Middleweight title bout of Dricus Du Plessis of South Africa vs. Israel Adesanya of Nigeria.

The Golden State Theatre presents The White Album Ensemble on Wednesday, August 7 at 8pm. Tickets are $30-$70. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

Compact Disco presents a house music legend DJ Sunshine Jones of San Francisco and DJ Kenny Summit of Monterey on Saturday August 17. Ages 21+ only.

A voice in electronic music, Sunshine...

Characters Bar at Monterey Marriott Hotel presents jazz drummer Billy Jones on Saturday, August 17. Enjoy excellent jazz music and drinks.

Local legend Billy Jones has played with the greats, including Sammy Davis, Jr., The Temptations, Patti LaBelle, Neil Sadaka, and Gregory Hines.