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SUMMARY:Giants in Racing!
DESCRIPTION:Chris Pook\, Founder of the Long Beach Grand Prix\n\n\n\nChris Helling\, Auto Race Driver\, Vintage Restorer\, Racing Pioneer\n\n\n\nTommy McCarthy\, Youngest Third-Generation Motorsports Team Owner\, Race Car Driver\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExclusive event at Stanton Center \n\n\n\nBuy tickets here – $35 MHAA members free – no ticket required \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChris Pook  6-7 pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn an engaging guest lecture hosted at the museum\, Chris Pook will share the fascinating story of how a “crazy idea” revolutionized North American motorsports. He will recount how\, while working as a local travel agent in the 1970s\, he envisioned creating a Monaco-style street race right through downtown Long Beach. Pook will detail the initial uphill battles of convincing skeptical city officials\, sketching original concepts on restaurant napkins\, and teaming up with racing legends like Dan Gurney to launch the historic 1975 inaugural Formula 5000 race. The event’s rapid success attracted Formula One\, before he made the pivotal\, strategic shift to CART Champ Cars in 1983—a move that secured the event’s financial survival and permanently established it as America’s premier street race. Ultimately\, Pook will look back on how this vision served as a powerful economic catalyst\, transforming the race into a model for urban renewal that revitalized the city’s coastal downtown area. \n\n\n\n\n\nMore about Chris Pook+\n\n\n\n\n\nChristopher Robin Pook is an English-born American motorsports executive widely celebrated as the founder of the Grand Prix of Long Beach and the pioneer of the modern street circuit race in North America. By proving that racing on temporary city streets was commercially viable\, he permanently changed the landscape of American open-wheel racing. [1\, 2] \n\n\n\n\nEarly Life and Background \n\n\n\n\nOrigins: Born and raised in Somerset\, England.\n\n\n\nEducation: Attended private schools in the UK\, studied at the University of London\, and attended Sorbonne University in Paris.\n\n\n\nEmigration: Moved to the United States in 1963 at age 22\, eventually settling in Long Beach\, California.\n\n\n\nPre-Racing Career: Opened and operated a highly successful local travel agency in Long Beach. [1\, 2\, 3\, 4]\n\n\n\n\nThe Grand Prix of Long Beach \n\n\n\nIn the early 1970s\, while watching the Indianapolis 500 from his office\, Pook conceived the wild idea of launching a Monaco-style street race through downtown Long Beach. [1\, 2] \n\n\n\n\nThe Launch: Alongside racing legend Dan Gurney\, Pook mapped out the course on a restaurant napkin and spent 15 months convincing skeptical city officials. [1\, 2]\n\n\n\nInaugural Races: He hosted a Formula 5000 “test” race in September 1975\, followed six months later by the first Formula One United States Grand Prix West in 1976. [1\, 2]\n\n\n\nThe CART Transition: Facing steep F1 hosting costs\, Pook boldly switched the event to the CART Champ Car series in 1983. This pivot saved the event and turned it into the premier street race in the U.S.\, second only in prestige to the Indy 500. [1\, 2]\n\n\n\n\nExpansion and Executive Career \n\n\n\n\nStreet Race Architect: Following his success in Long Beach\, Pook helped conceptualize or build prominent street circuits across North America\, including events in Detroit\, Las Vegas\, Dallas\, Denver\, Del Mar\, and St. Petersburg. [1\, 2]\n\n\n\nPermanent Facilities: He oversaw the development of multi-purpose permanent tracks\, specifically Gateway Motorsports Park (St. Louis) and Memphis Motorsports Park. [1\, 2]\n\n\n\nCART CEO: Pook served a stint as the CEO of Championship Auto Racing Teams (CART) in the early 2000s during a turbulent era of open-wheel racing politics. [1]\n\n\n\nGlobal Influence: He served on the FIA Formula 1 Commission and worked as a consultant for global motorsport venues and city commissions. [1]\n\n\n\n\nAwards and Legacy \n\n\n\n\nHall of Fame: Inducted into the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America as a recipient of the prestigious Bob Russo Lifetime Heritage Award. [1]\n\n\n\nLong Beach Walk of Fame: Honored with a permanent plaque on the Long Beach Motorsports Walk of Fame. [1\, 2]\n\n\n\nAutobiography: He detailed his extensive career and the political battles of open-wheel racing in his book\, Chris Pook & The History of The Long Beach GP. [1]\n\n\n\n\nOne day\, former travel agent Christopher Robin Pook asked himself\, “Why not a Monaco-style race on the streets of Long Beach?” From that idea\, he became one of the brightest lights in American motorsports history\, inventing the modern street race and establishing one of the country’s longest-running and most popular events\, whether as a Formula 5000\, Formula 1\, or since 1984\, IndyCar race and the Grand Prix of Long Beach. Inspired by this example\, Pook also helped create major street races in Denver\, Detroit\, Del Mar\, Las Vegas\, Dallas\, Meadowlands\, NJ\, and St. Petersburg. He oversaw the development of two permanent facilities\, St. Louis’ Gateway Motorsports Park and Memphis International Raceway. “What’s the most influential street race in the world?” wrote Road & Track’s Preston Lerner in a 2018 article titled Ten Moments that Transformed Motorsports in the Last 70 Years. “It’s not the Monaco Grand Prix\, a glamorous but anachronistic remnant of an era when many races were run on public roads. The correct answer is the Long Beach GP.” \n\n\n\nRoad Racing Drivers Club \n\n\n\nVisit Long Beach \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChris Helling and special demo of 1910 Buick 17 Chassis 7-8 pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nImage: This 1910 Buick 17\, driven by Chris Helling\, took part in the Ragtime Racers Exhibition at the 2024 Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion. Four cylinders and just 32 hp—but such a thrill to watch. \n\n\n\nChris Helling is an active vintage race car driver and mechanic best known for preservation efforts in pre-World War I motorsport. He is a prominent member of the Ragtime Racers\, an organization dedicated to keeping pre-1920 racing history alive. [1\, 2] \n\n\n\n\n\nMore about Chris Helling+\n\n\n\n\nThe 1910 Buick 17 \n\n\n\nHelling regularly pilots and maintains a historically significant 1910 Buick Model 17. [1\, 2] \n\n\n\n\nThe Car: The Buick Model 17 is a legendary “Brass Era” vehicle. In its era\, Buick was a powerhouse of early American circuit racing due to David Buick’s revolutionary valve-in-head (overhead valve) engine design. [1\, 2]\n\n\n\nExhibitions: He famously drove this century-old machine at high-profile heritage events\, including the 2024 Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion during the Ragtime Racers Exhibition at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. [1\, 2]\n\n\n\n\nCultural Impact \n\n\n\nHelling gained humorous internet popularity among vintage auto enthusiasts after a moment at Monterey. While displaying his car\, he was interviewed by Mike Wolfe from the TV show American Pickers. True to his old-school automotive passion\, Helling had absolutely no idea who the television star was because he does not watch TV. [1] \n\n\n\nChris Helling is an accomplished custom fabricator\, master mechanic\, and vintage automotive restorer based out of Escondido\, California. He specializes in the highly demanding niche of “Brass Era” (pre-1920) open-wheel race cars. [1\, 2\, 3\, 4] \n\n\n\nMaster Restorer and Builder \n\n\n\nHelling is known within the vintage car community as a builder who can engineer historic vehicles entirely from the ground up. [1\, 2] \n\n\n\n\nScratch-Building: Rather than just performing cosmetic updates\, Helling specializes in fabricating complete vehicles using only an original frame and wheels as a starting point. [1]\n\n\n\nThe 1910 Buick Project: He famously built and fully assembled his period-correct 1910 Buick Racer from its raw original frame in a breakneck timeframe of just under four months. He collaborated with specialized artists like Monica Canilao to apply accurate\, time-period paint\, wood aging\, and authentic patina to the vehicle. [1\, 2]\n\n\n\nVersatility: Beyond race cars\, he has a reputation for keeping diverse classic machinery alive\, including historically maintaining a 1965 Ford Falcon Squire for over a decade. [1]\n\n\n\n\nRacing Career and Accomplishments \n\n\n\nAs a prominent member of the Ragtime Racers\, Helling actively races the vintage cars he restores. He tests these century-old\, low-horsepower machines on modern\, demanding road courses. [1\, 2\, 3] \n\n\n\n\nVehicle Fleet: In addition to his signature 1910 Buick\, he has campaigned a 1912 Packard “30” Racer and a 1917 Ford hillclimb special.\n\n\n\nAward-Winning Heritage Driver: Helling is highly competitive in exhibition racing. He took home the prestigious Class Award for his group at the iconic WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca during the Monterey Car Week exhibition. He also routinely campaigns at major historical tracks like Road America in Wisconsin. [1\, 2\, 3]\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTommy McCarthy 8-9 pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTommy McCarthy’s presentation traces the extraordinary arc of a Bay Area racer who grew up chasing speed from the moment he first climbed into a kart at age five. In this talk\, he shares the behind‑the‑scenes stories of a childhood spent on dirt tracks and ovals\, the pressure and exhilaration of becoming a multi‑championship youth phenom\, and the leap into adult competition where he built a professional race team and carved out wins against seasoned veterans. McCarthy brings audiences into the cockpit as he recounts endurance battles\, Spec Miata rivalries\, and the relentless discipline required to turn raw talent into a career. Today\, as a test driver\, he reveals how racing instincts translate into cutting‑edge vehicle development — offering a rare look at the journey from kid racer to professional driver\, team owner\, and now a contributor to the future of automotive performance. \n\n\n\n\n\nMore about Tommy McCarthy+\n\n\n\n\n\nTommy McCarthy is a third‑generation Bay Area race car driver whose career began at age five and has since evolved into one of the most decorated youth‑to‑pro racing trajectories in Northern California. A native of Mountain View\, he’s earned over 600–700 amateur wins\, 32 championships\, and multiple track records across karting\, pavement ovals\, dirt tracks\, and road‑course racing. McCarthy was honored with the MotorSports Press Association Rising Star Award at age nine and became the youngest NASA and SCCA entrant in 2013\, routinely competing—and winning—against adults twice his age. His achievements include seven QMA National Championships\, sweeping USAC events\, and four SCCA Spec Miata titles\, along with podium finishes in Touring Car America and participation in the SRO Toyota GR Cup Series. \n\n\n\n\nBeyond competition\, McCarthy runs Tommy McCarthy Racing\, providing coaching\, trackside support\, and professional driver development while continuing to race in NASA WERC enduros and SCCA Spec Miata events. He remains deeply connected to Bay Area motorsport heritage\, carrying forward a family legacy tied to Thunderhill Raceway. \n\n\n\nIn the sun‑washed paddocks of Northern California\, where engines echo against the foothills and generations of racers have carved their legends into asphalt and dirt\, a young driver emerged with a talent impossible to ignore. Tommy McCarthy\, born into a Bay Area family steeped in racing tradition\, climbed into his first kart at five years old — and from that moment\, speed became his language. \n\n\n\nAs the years passed\, McCarthy didn’t just win races; he dominated them. More than 600 victories\, 32 championships\, and a trail of shattered track records marked his rise through karting\, pavement ovals\, dirt tracks\, and road‑course racing. By nine\, he was already a name whispered in paddocks statewide\, earning the MotorSports Press Association Rising Star Award and signaling the arrival of a prodigy. \n\n\n\nWhen he stepped into adult competition\, he did so fearlessly. One of the youngest NASA and SCCA licensed drivers in California\, McCarthy routinely battled — and beat — veterans twice his age. His mastery carried him through QMA Nationals\, USAC events\, SCCA Spec Miata championships\, and into the demanding world of Touring Car America\, NASA endurance racing\, and the SRO Toyota GR Cup Series. \n\n\n\nBut McCarthy’s story isn’t just about trophies. It’s about a driver who understands the craft — the rhythm of a car at the limit\, the discipline of racecraft\, the quiet intensity of preparation. It’s about a young man who built Tommy McCarthy Racing not just to compete\, but to mentor\, to teach\, and to strengthen the Bay Area motorsport community that raised him. \n\n\n\nWebsite \n\n\n\nTommy McCarthy — Bay Area Racing Prodigy & Multi‑Discipline Champion \n\n\n\nTommy McCarthy represents one of the most accomplished and versatile racing talents to emerge from the Bay Area in the 21st century\, carrying forward a regional motorsport tradition that stretches back to the Del Monte track\, the Pebble Beach Road Races\, and the early hill climbs of Northern California. Born into a family deeply rooted in local racing culture\, McCarthy began competing at age five and rapidly established himself as a generational standout. Over the course of his youth and early professional career\, he amassed more than 600 competitive victories\, 32 championships\, and a collection of track records across karting\, pavement ovals\, dirt circuits\, and road‑course racing — a breadth of mastery rarely seen in contemporary drivers. \n\n\n\nBy age nine\, McCarthy earned the MotorSports Press Association Rising Star Award\, marking him as one of the youngest drivers ever recognized by the organization. His progression into adult competition was equally historic: in 2013 he became one of the youngest NASA and SCCA licensed entrants\, routinely racing — and winning — against seasoned drivers twice his age. His achievements include seven QMA National Championships\, dominant performances in USAC quarter‑midget events\, and multiple SCCA Spec Miata titles\, where he developed a reputation for precision driving\, racecraft maturity\, and exceptional consistency. \n\n\n\nMcCarthy’s professional pursuits expanded into Touring Car America\, endurance racing through NASA WERC\, and participation in the SRO Toyota GR Cup Series\, where he continued to demonstrate adaptability across vehicle platforms and racing formats. Beyond competition\, he founded Tommy McCarthy Racing\, a Bay Area‑based driver development and trackside support program dedicated to mentoring emerging racers and strengthening the region’s motorsport community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuy tickets here – $35MHAA members free – no ticket required \n\n\nFirst Name *Last Name *PhoneEmail AddressNumber of Tickets @ $35Tickets Total$Additional Guest NameEmail AddressAdditional Guest NameEmail AddressAdditional Guest NameEmail AddressPlease list additional guests and email addressesAdditional Tax-deductible Donation to MHAAUSDTotal charge$Send Message
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/giants-in-racing/
LOCATION:Stanton Theater\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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SUMMARY:John Sanders - The Road of Renown
DESCRIPTION:Tickets available now.\n\n\n\nThe Road of Renown presents a significant new interpretation of the history of today’s 17-Mile Drive and connects the early auto racing history at Del Monte with the development of auto touring to the world famous resort. \n\n\n\nHotel Del Monte’s original macadam road to Cypress Point was hailed for its dust free ride when completed in 1881. The Los Angeles Herald praised the road work. “The drives are the most romantic on the American continent…hewn through lofty and almost impervious forests\, the celebrated Monterey cypress grove and the lovely Carmel Bay.”Hotel Del Monte resurfaced the road with bitumen in 1888 and\, in the following year\, called it the Eighteen Mile Drive while proclaiming the road to be “the grandest drive on the continent.” \n\n\n\n    \n        \n            \n                \n                \n                \n                \n                \n                \n                \n            \n        \n        \n    \n\n\n\n\nVideo \n\n\n\nTickets $20\n\n\nFirst Name *Last Name *PhoneEmail AddressNumber of Tickets @ $20Tickets Total$Additional Guest NameEmail AddressAdditional Guest NameEmail AddressAdditional Guest NameEmail AddressPlease list additional guests and email addressesAdditional Tax-deductible Donation to MHAAUSDTotal charge$Send Message
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/john-sanders-the-road-of-renown/
LOCATION:Stanton Theater\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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SUMMARY:Racing to Del Monte & Pebble Beach
DESCRIPTION:A Landmark Celebration of Early Monterey Bay Motoring Culture \n\n\n\nThis immersive exhibit explores the birth of Monterey Bay automotive culture at the dawn of the horseless carriage age and the pioneering racing spirit that shaped California’s early motoring history.  In partnership with History San Jose\, the exhibit includes rare early racing vehicles\, and original artifacts and memorabilia\, including: \n\n\n\n\n1899 Osen & Hunt – the first automobile built in San Jose\n\n\n\n1907 Mitchell – a celebrated touring car of the era\n\n\n\n1903 Haynes-Apperson\n\n\n\nRare motorcycles\, bicycles\, and more\n\n\n\n\nRare photographs from the 1903 inaugural races from San Jose to the famed Del Monte Hotel race track and Pebble Beach and photos from the groundbreaking hill climbs along Carmel Hill will be on display.  \n\n\n\nHistoric racing presentations and rare film screenings will be featured in the Stanton Center theater throughout the week. \n\n\n\nThis unique exhibit reveals the challenges of early motoring — primitive roads\, limited services\, mechanical ingenuity\, and the breathtaking landscapes that continue to define the Monterey Peninsula today.  \n\n\n\nHistoric Racing Photos on display August 1 – October 1\n\n\n\n\n	\n		\n\n			\n			\n\n							\n					\n						Upcoming Events					\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n	\n		\n		\n		\n		\n	\n\n\n	Notice\n							\n					There are no upcoming events.
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/racing-to-del-monte-pebble-beach/
LOCATION:Monterey History and Art at Stanton Center\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, California\, 93940
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SUMMARY:Meet British Historian & Chef\, Joseph Ogilvy Presenting His New Book Tin Can Coast
DESCRIPTION:The hidden story of the California Coast\, told through generations of immigrants\, surges of industry\, and three marine species caught in the dragnet of human history. \n\n\n\n\nIn Tin Can Coast\, Ogilvy does a masterful job of weaving together the enmeshed fates of the California Current’s fisheries\, the immigrant communities that first exploited them\, and the way greed eventually killed what could have been the Golden Coast’s golden goose. A fascinating story at every turn\, exceptionally well told.”—Scott Weidensaul\, New York Times bestselling author of The World on the Wing. \n\n\n\n\nHistoric JACL Hall424 Adams StreetMonterey \n\n\n\nFor more information contact\, TimThomas\, timsardine@yahoo.com or 831-521-3304 \n\n\n\n\n\nMonterey JACL Heritage \n\n\n\n\n\nMonterey History and Art Association \n\n\n\n\n\nMonterey Public Library
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/meet-british-historian-chef-joseph-ogilvy-presenting-his-new-book-itin-can-coast-i/
LOCATION:JACL Hall\, 424 Adams St.\, Monterey\, California\, 93940\, United States
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SUMMARY:Summerfest 26 • Into the Heart of Art I: A Cellist's Calling
DESCRIPTION:Tanya Tomkins and Felix Fan\n\n\n\n\n\nMayo Hayes O’Donnell Library155 Van Buren StreetMonterey \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho could forget Tanya Tomkins’ electrifying performance in the 2025 “Breakfast of Champions” concert featuring Beethoven’s fiery “Razumovsky” Quartet? This work featured modern cello\, but Tanya is equally at home on the Baroque cello — quite a different instrument that features gut strings\, a slightly lower pitch and a whole repertoire of its own. How did she come to master both?   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnother memorable performance was Felix Fan playing Derrick Skye’s Hum for Solo Violoncello at Sunset Magazine Idea House in Monterra during Summerfest 2024. Fan’s love of contemporary music has led him on a groundbreaking path\, including collaboration with composers choreographers and screenwriters. How have his various commissions and collaborations impacted his career and artistic vision? \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n$50\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\nMore about Summerfest \n\n\n\nFestival Passes
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/summerfest-26-into-the-heart-of-art-i-a-cellists-calling/
LOCATION:Mayo Hayes O’Donnell Library\, 155 Van Buren Street\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 La Merienda
DESCRIPTION:Buy tickets now!\n\n\n\n2026 Annual La Merienda Celebration – the City of Monterey’s 256th birthday party features music\, dance\, costume\, and a barbecue buffet extravaganza by Portola Hotel & Spa and the VIP Merienda Barbecue Committee who will create a five-star culinary experience! \n\n\n\nEntertainment by:Jonathan Valverde & Mike MarottaMariachis & Folkorico Dancers \n\n\n\nDress: Early California Attire Optional \n\n\n\nSaturday\, June 6\, 202610:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nMemory Garden\, 20 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey  (Enter La Merienda at the Memory Garden Gate near the entrance to Peter B’s.) \n\n\n\nFind out more about La Merienda \n\n\n\nFor more Information\, call (831) 659-7788 or email LaMerienda2026@gmail.com. \n\n\n\nDownload invitation\n\n\n\n\n\nMHAA Member tickets $125Non-member tickets $150  \n\n\n\nFor more information please call (831) 659-7788 or email lamerienda2026@gmail.com. \n\n\nFirst Name *Last Name *PhoneEmail AddressNumber of MHAA Member Tickets ($125) $Number of Non-Member Tickets ($150) $Guests must be MHAA members. Names for all guests are required to verify membership. Tickets for non-member attendees can be purchased on April 1st if tickets are still available. Guest NameEmail AddressGuest NameEmail AddressGuest NameEmail AddressGuest NameEmail AddressGuest NameEmail AddressGuest NameEmail AddressGuest NameEmail AddressPlease list additional guests and email addressesHostess name (if known)If possible\, I/we would like to be seated with:Total TicketsTotal Charge$Please be patient. It may take a few seconds for the credit/debit card form to appear. Send Message \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDownload poster \n\n\n\n\n2024-2025 Sponsors – Thank you!\n\n\n\n\nAnthony Lombardo & Associates\n\n\n\nCannery Row Company\n\n\n\nCarmel Dance Festival\n\n\n\nFenton & Keller Law Firm\n\n\n\nGates Eisenhart Dawson\n\n\n\nGreen & Ward CPA\n\n\n\nSteve & Heidi Keller\n\n\n\nMission Linen Supply\n\n\n\nMonterey Bay Restaurant Equipment\n\n\n\nMonterey County Bank\n\n\n\nNicora Law Offices LLP\n\n\n\nOld Fisherman’s Grotto\n\n\n\nPeter B’s Brewpub\n\n\n\nPortola Hotel & Spa\n\n\n\nRodney & Pauline Riggs\n\n\n\nShake Family\n\n\n\nWest Coast Community Bank
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/2026-la-merienda/
LOCATION:Memory Garden\, 20 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:Soapbox Stageworks Women's Series
DESCRIPTION:Soap Box Stageworks presents… \n\n\n\n3 PLAYS. 1 POWERFUL NIGHTStories that inspire. Women that changed the world.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nGeneral Admission $35\n\n\n\n20% off for groups of 5 or more!\n\n\n\nBuy Tickets Here\n\n\n\nMay 22nd & 23rd – 7pm\n\n\n\nFlyer
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/the-womens-series-unsung-heroes/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:Stanton Theater\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T210000
DTSTAMP:20260514T003750Z
CREATED:20260513T231441Z
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SUMMARY:Soapbox Stageworks Women's Series
DESCRIPTION:Soap Box Stageworks presents… \n\n\n\n3 PLAYS. 1 POWERFUL NIGHTStories that inspire. Women that changed the world.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nGeneral Admission $35\n\n\n\n20% off for groups of 5 or more!\n\n\n\nBuy Tickets Here\n\n\n\nMay 22nd & 23rd – 7pm\n\n\n\nFlyer
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/the-womens-series-unsung-heroes/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Stanton Theater\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260522T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260522T210000
DTSTAMP:20260514T003750Z
CREATED:20260513T231441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T003750Z
UID:10003951-1779476400-1779483600@www.montereyhistory.org
SUMMARY:Soapbox Stageworks Women's Series
DESCRIPTION:Soap Box Stageworks presents… \n\n\n\n3 PLAYS. 1 POWERFUL NIGHTStories that inspire. Women that changed the world.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nGeneral Admission $35\n\n\n\n20% off for groups of 5 or more!\n\n\n\nBuy Tickets Here\n\n\n\nMay 22nd & 23rd – 7pm\n\n\n\nFlyer
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/the-womens-series-unsung-heroes/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Stanton Theater\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260510T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260510T163000
DTSTAMP:20260425T164140Z
CREATED:20260425T163655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T164140Z
UID:10003948-1778425200-1778430600@www.montereyhistory.org
SUMMARY:Mother's Day Tea
DESCRIPTION:Rosemary & Thyme Afternoon Tea \n\n\n\nCelebrate Mother’s Day with an elegant afternoon tea experience designed to delight and indulge. Enjoy a beautifully curated selection of delicate finger sandwiches\, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam\, and an assortment of handcrafted sweet treats\, all served on vintage china. Paired with a selection of fine teas\, this relaxed and refined gathering is the perfect way to honour the special women in your life. \n\n\n\nOur traditional afternoon tea includes a selection of \n\n\n\n\nDainty finger sandwiches with classic fillings\n\n\n\nA selection of sweet treats\n\n\n\nFreshly baked scones served with strawberry jam & Hand Made Devonshire clotted cream\n\n\n\nlashing of English Tea\n\n\n\n\nCasa Serrano412 Pacific St\, MontereySunday: free street parking \n\n\n\n$90 per person includes gratituity \n\n\n\nReservations\n\n\n\nMore information \n\n\n\nFlyer
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/mothers-day-tea/
LOCATION:Casa Serrano\, 412 Pacific Street\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260510T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260510T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T215253Z
CREATED:20260331T165956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T215253Z
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SUMMARY:Historic Preservation Lectures
DESCRIPTION:Sorry\, the event is full. \n\n\n\nScott Gale • Los Perdidos y Los Salvados (The Lost and The Saved)Mimi Sheridan •  MSHP: 120 Years of Preservation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMay is Historic Preservation Month. On Sunday May 10 from 1-3PM\, Monterey State Historic Park and Monterey History and Art Association are teaming up to provide two historic preservation lectures in the Stanton Center Theater. \n\n\n\n\n\nScott GaleMonterey History and Art Association\n\n\n\nLos Perdidos y Los Salvados(The Lost and The Saved)\n\n\n\nMHAA board member Scott Gale will provide a broad overview about historic Monterey buildings lost and saved\, along with information about some of the people associated with the buildings. Gale will emphasize buildings that MHAA helped to preserve \n\n\n\n\n\nMimi SheridanMonterey State Historic Park Association\n\n\n\nMSHP: 120 Years of Preservation \n\n\n\nMSHPA President Mimi Sheridan will provide an overview of the park’s buildings with some stories about the donors and preservation challenges over the years. One recurring theme is of collaboration between State Parks\, MHAA and the City of Monterey. \n\n\n\n\n\nFlyer \n\n\n\n\n\nTickets are free\, first-come\, first-served.Seating in the theater is limited to 100. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSorry\, the event is full.
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/historic-preservation-lectures/
LOCATION:Stanton Theater\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260501T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260503T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170117Z
CREATED:20251103T172758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T170117Z
UID:10003921-1777660200-1777836600@www.montereyhistory.org
SUMMARY:3rd Central Coast Conference - Seldom Heard History of the Civil War Era
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a full weekend of intriguing presentations by a stellar lineup of historians\, exploring fresh perspectives on the American Civil War. The Stanton Center is situated on historic Custom House Plaza\, near Old Fisherman’s Wharf. The full schedule and titles of talks is available on the conference website.  \n\n\n\nFeatured Speakers:  \n\n\n\n\nBROOKS SIMPSON\, Professor of History\, Arizona State University\n\n\n\nGORDON RHEA\, Attorney General of the U.S. Virgin Islands\n\n\n\nLESLEY GORDON\, Professor of History\, University of Alabama\n\n\n\nLORIEN FOOTE\, Professor of History\, Texas A&M University\n\n\n\nDAVID POWELL\, Author and Historian\n\n\n\nDEAN CALBREATH\, Pulitzer-winning Investigative Journalist\n\n\n\nKEVIN LEVIN\, Boston-based educator\, Author and Historian\n\n\n\n\nConference Website \n\n\n\n$295(Theater limited to 100 seats) \n\n\n\n\nBuy Tickets Now\n\n\n\n\nWhat’s included: Meet & Greet and presentations on Friday evening (May 1)\, and regularly scheduled talks on Saturday and Sunday. Book sales and signing on Saturday afternoon in the theater lobby. \n\n\n\nWhat’s not included: meals\, or hotel accommodations. Secure your own lodging from the nearly infinite array of options on the Monterey Peninsula. There are great many dining establishments within walking distance of the conference venue (on Old Fisherman’s Wharf\, and in downtown Monterey). A large city parking lot is adjacent to the venue. \n\n\n\nFlyer
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/3rd-central-coast-conference-seldom-heard-history-of-the-civil-war-era/
LOCATION:Monterey History and Art at Stanton Center\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, California\, 93940
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260412T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260412T160000
DTSTAMP:20260402T181403Z
CREATED:20260402T181400Z
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SUMMARY:Whalefest Monterey Symposium - Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Marine Research Lectures\n\n\n\n11:00 Adam Ratner\, The Marine Mammal Center: “Behind the Bark: 50 Years of Saving Seals and Sea Lions” \n\n\n\n11:45 Matt Savoca\, Ph/D. Hopkins Marine Station at Stanford University\, California Marine Sanctuary Foundation: “From Watershed to Whales: Tracking Microplastics from Land to Sea in Monterey Bay \n\n\n\n12:30 – 2:00 Lunch break \n\n\n\n2:00 Jack Barkowski\, Ph.D. Candidate\, Hopkins Marine Station at Stanford University: “Whales Beneath the Waves: Insights into Whale Behavior from Video Camera Tags” \n\n\n\n2:45 John Ryan\, Ph.D.\, MBARI: “Creating Safer Habitat for Whales in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary” \n\n\n\n3:30 (approximate) John Ryan\, Lucy Zhang\, Daniel Zhang: “Sonata in Whale Major” \n\n\n\nSaturday Schedule\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet the Symposium Speakers \n\n\n\nMore about Whalefest Monterey \n\n\n\nFlyer
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/whalefest-monterey-symposium-sunday/
LOCATION:Stanton Theater\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T160000
DTSTAMP:20260402T181450Z
CREATED:20260402T175848Z
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SUMMARY:Whalefest Monterey Symposium - Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Marine Research Lectures\n\n\n\n11:00am Giovanna Sainz\, MBARI: “FathomVerse: Where Gaming Meets Community Science to Explore our Ocean” \n\n\n\n11:45am Ashley Kidd\, Sunflower Star Laboratory: “Shooting for the Stars: Sunflower Star Laboratory’s Community-based Approach to Sunflower Sea Star Conservation and Kelp Forest Recovery” \n\n\n\n12:30pm – 2:00pm Lunch break \n\n\n\n2:00pm Stephanie Marcos\, Marine Life Studies: “Whale Entanglement: Risks\, Responses\, and Prevention” \n\n\n\n2:45pm Geoff Shester\, Ph.D.\, Oceana: “Panel Discussion: Collaborations to Develop Whale-Safe Pop-Up Gear to Catch Dungeness Crab: A Win-Win for Whales and Local Fishermen” \n\n\n\nSunday Schedule\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet the Symposium Speakers \n\n\n\nMore about Whalefest Monterey \n\n\n\nFlyer
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/whalefest-monterey-symposium-saturday/
LOCATION:Stanton Theater\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260328T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260328T160000
DTSTAMP:20260320T170839Z
CREATED:20260319T160358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T170839Z
UID:10003940-1774706400-1774713600@www.montereyhistory.org
SUMMARY:Dr. Milton Love
DESCRIPTION:The Bay Area Underwater Explorers Invite You to a Special Presentation \n\n\n\nBetter Than a Swift Kick Where the Sun Don’t Shine – Tales of Somewhat Cool Marine Fishes of California and\, Far\, Far Beyond\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Milton LoveMarine Science Institute\, University of California\, Santa Barbara \n\n\n\nDr. Love will fascinate you with insights into the natural histories of the fishes that inhabit our local and regional coastal waters. The talk will be of special interest to biologists\, divers\, naturalists\, artists and those who appreciate the beauty of our local natural habitats\, their inhabitants and seascapes. \n\n\n\nWith his tales of cool fishes\, Milton (see\, now you are already on a first-name basis\, what a friendly marine biologist is he) will enter your world like a bright and fanciful rainbow\, or a swatch of William Morris wallpaper\, or perhaps a big scoop of Nutella. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss the opportunity to experience marine biology presented with Milton’s unique blend of expansive knowledge\, humor\, literary flare and personal commentary.
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/better-than-a-swift-kick-where-the-sun-dont-shine/
LOCATION:Stanton Theater\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260327T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260327T160000
DTSTAMP:20260320T145617Z
CREATED:20260319T150512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T145617Z
UID:10003939-1774620000-1774627200@www.montereyhistory.org
SUMMARY:The Ladies of Larkin House
DESCRIPTION:The Gentrain Society invites you to join us for an afternoon at the beautiful\, historic Casa Serrano Adobe. Period antique turnishings\, Monterey focused art work and formal china and marble sinks from the old Del Monte Hotel fill the adobe. Our visit will include a tour of the garden\, Grand Sala and adjoining rooms.  \n\n\n\nThe tour will be followed by a presentation by Rene Kimzey on “The Ladies of Larkin House.”Refreshments will be provided.Cost: $20 cash\, payable at the eventRSVP: admin@gentrain.org2-4 pm\, March 27\, 2026Casa Serrano Adobe412 Pacific Street\, Monterey
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/the-ladies-of-larkin-house/
LOCATION:Casa Serrano\, 412 Pacific Street\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T210000
DTSTAMP:20260227T155450Z
CREATED:20260227T155247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T155450Z
UID:10003936-1774119600-1774126800@www.montereyhistory.org
SUMMARY:Controlled Chaos Improv Comedy at the Stanton Center!
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 6:30 pm \n\n\n\nIntroducing something new! Comedy Variety Showcase presents ‘Controlled Chaos’. Established in 2023\, we put our own twist on traditional improvisational theatre. Quick wit and spontaneous energy is combined with truth in comedy to bring something fresh and fun to the stage! \n\n\n\nMeet the cast \n\n\n\nBuy tickets here \n\n\n\nGeneral Admission $25VIP $35 \n\n\n\n\n\nFlyer
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/controlled-chaos-improv-comedy-at-the-stanton-center/
LOCATION:Stanton Theater\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260307T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260307T210000
DTSTAMP:20260223T220844Z
CREATED:20260223T220214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T220844Z
UID:10003935-1772910000-1772917200@www.montereyhistory.org
SUMMARY:Winter One-Act Romance... with a Twist
DESCRIPTION:Soapbox Stageworks Presents Three Incredible Plays \n\n\n\n\n\nBroken Yolks by Jeff Westfield \n\n\n\n\n\nWormwoodby Barbara Blatner \n\n\n\n\n\nHemlock Haven by Karen Devaney \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTickets available here$35.00+$0.88 ticket service fee \n\n\n\nMore information
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/winter-one-act-romance-with-a-twist/2026-03-07/
LOCATION:Stanton Theater\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260306T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260306T210000
DTSTAMP:20260223T220844Z
CREATED:20260223T220214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T220844Z
UID:10003934-1772823600-1772830800@www.montereyhistory.org
SUMMARY:Winter One-Act Romance... with a Twist
DESCRIPTION:Soapbox Stageworks Presents Three Incredible Plays \n\n\n\n\n\nBroken Yolks by Jeff Westfield \n\n\n\n\n\nWormwoodby Barbara Blatner \n\n\n\n\n\nHemlock Haven by Karen Devaney \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTickets available here$35.00+$0.88 ticket service fee \n\n\n\nMore information
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/winter-one-act-romance-with-a-twist/2026-03-06/
LOCATION:Stanton Theater\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T210000
DTSTAMP:20260223T220844Z
CREATED:20260223T220214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T220844Z
UID:10003933-1772737200-1772744400@www.montereyhistory.org
SUMMARY:Winter One-Act Romance... with a Twist
DESCRIPTION:Soapbox Stageworks Presents Three Incredible Plays \n\n\n\n\n\nBroken Yolks by Jeff Westfield \n\n\n\n\n\nWormwoodby Barbara Blatner \n\n\n\n\n\nHemlock Haven by Karen Devaney \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTickets available here$35.00+$0.88 ticket service fee \n\n\n\nMore information
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/winter-one-act-romance-with-a-twist/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:Stanton Theater\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260301T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260301T150000
DTSTAMP:20260103T155443Z
CREATED:20260101T013414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T155443Z
UID:10003925-1772370000-1772377200@www.montereyhistory.org
SUMMARY:Histories of the Monterey Waterfront • Lewis Josselyn: Pioneer photographer of Carmel and Monterey County\, 1900–1950 • The Magnificent\, World Famous Hotel Del Monte Bathing Pavilion
DESCRIPTION:Tickets \n\n\n\nMonterey History and Art Association is hosting a history lecture series this winter in the Stanton Center Theater on Custom House Plaza.  The series\, Histories of the Monterey Waterfront\, explores some of the histories of this unique place.  We are fortunate that some of our region’s top presenters have agreed to participate in this series. \n\n\n\nGreg HendersonLewis Josselyn: Pioneer photographer of Carmel and Monterey County\, 1900–1950 \n\n\n\nThis presentation examines the life and work of Lewis Josselyn\, whose photographs document the artistic\, civic\, and architectural development of Carmel-by-the-Sea and the broader Monterey County region during the first half of the twentieth century.  \n\n\n\nGreg Henderson is a historian\, author\, and genealogist specializing in the early history of Carmel-by-the-Sea and Monterey County. He has published multiple books and articles on the region’s founding families\, artists\, and photographers\, including an in-depth study of Lewis Josselyn. \n\n\n\nJohn SandersThe Magnificent\, World Famous Hotel Del Monte Bathing Pavilion \n\n\n\nHotel Del Monte\, California’s pioneering Victorian-era resort theme park\, drew world acclaim after its opening in 1880. The hotel’s technologically advanced bath-house with its heated\, crystalline sea green waters\, became one of the theme park’s main attractions in the 19th Century. This presentation chronicles the significant role the Del Monte bath-house played in promoting travel and tourism to California and Monterey. \n\n\n\nJohn Sanders artfully blends history\, storytelling and four decades of study to reconstruct the color and pageantry of Hotel Del Monte\, once hailed as “the world’s most elegant seaside resort.” \n\n\n\nAfter the session\, attendees can go on a quick\, optional\, targeted tour of the museum\, where items discussed in that day’s presentations will be highlighted.  \n\n\n\nMHAA Members Free – Members must complete the form below to ensure a seat!Non-members $10 – Includes museum admission from 3 to 4pm on the day of the session. \n\n\n\n\nHistories of the Monterey Waterfront – March 1 First Name *Last Name *PhoneEmail AddressSelect Member or Non-Member TicketsNon-Member Tickets $10Member Tickets FreeNumber of Tickets *Tickets Total$Member CodeMember Discount$Additional Guest NameEmail AddressAdditional Guest NameEmail AddressAdditional Guest NameEmail AddressPlease list additional guests and email addressesAdditional Tax-deductible Donation to MHAAUSDTotal charge$Submit
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/histories-of-the-monterey-waterfront-3/
LOCATION:Stanton Theater\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260103T154923Z
CREATED:20260101T013742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T154923Z
UID:10003924-1771160400-1771167600@www.montereyhistory.org
SUMMARY:Histories of the Monterey Waterfront• Anton C. Heidrick: The Life and Photos of an Army Bandsman on the Monterey Peninsula• Custom House: A History in Drawings\, Photographs and Fine Art
DESCRIPTION:Tickets \n\n\n\nMonterey History and Art Association is hosting a history lecture series this winter in the Stanton Center Theater on Custom House Plaza.  The series\, Histories of the Monterey Waterfront\, explores some of the histories of this unique place.  We are fortunate that some of our region’s top presenters have agreed to participate in this series. \n\n\n\nCameron BinkleyAnton C. Heidrick: The Life and Photos of an Army Bandsman on the Monterey Peninsula \n\n\n\nThis presentation examines the life and work of Anton C. Heidrick\, an early twentieth-century Monterey photographer who specialized in panoramic scenes and military subjects.  \n\n\n\nCameron Binkley is the Command Historian for the Defense Language Institute at the Presidio of Monterey. Among his responsibilities are managing the Institute’s historical collections\, which include more than 50 full-size panoramic Heidrick photographs. \n\n\n\nScott GaleCustom House: A History in Drawings\, Photographs and Fine Art \n\n\n\nThis fast-paced presentation will discuss the essential history of Monterey’s Custom House\, California Historical Landmark #1\, via historic drawings\, photographs\, and fine art paintings.  Attendees will be treated to a visual feast. \n\n\n\nScott Gale is a semi-retired physician and MHAA board member.  An amateur historian\, he authored an article on Custom House for the December 2025 edition of Carmel Magazine. \n\n\n\nAfter the session\, attendees can go on a quick\, optional\, targeted tour of the museum\, where items discussed in that day’s presentations will be highlighted.  \n\n\n\nMHAA Members Free – Members must complete the form below to ensure a seat!Non-members $10 – Includes museum admission from 3 to 4pm on the day of the session. \n\n\n\n\nHistories of the Monterey Waterfront – February 15 First Name *Last Name *PhoneEmail AddressSelect Member or Non-Member TicketsNon-Member Tickets $10Member Tickets FreeNumber of Tickets *Tickets Total$Member CodeMember Discount$Additional Guest NameEmail AddressAdditional Guest NameEmail AddressAdditional Guest NameEmail AddressPlease list additional guests and email addressesAdditional Tax-deductible Donation to MHAAUSDTotal charge$Submit
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/histories-of-the-monterey-waterfront-anton-c-heidrick-the-life-and-photos-of-an-army-bandsman-on-the-monterey-peninsula-custom-house-a-history-in-drawings-photographs-and-fine-ar/
LOCATION:Stanton Theater\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T210000
DTSTAMP:20260201T003114Z
CREATED:20260201T002742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T003114Z
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SUMMARY:Love is in the Air
DESCRIPTION:An Evening of Romantic Songs from Around the Globe\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, February 14th 6pm Reception | 7pm Concert \n\n\n\nStanton Center Theater5 Custom House PlazaMonterey\, Ca 93940 \n\n\n\nWine\, Chocolate\, And Bites \n\n\n\n“If Music Be The Food Of Love\, Play On” – Shakespeare \n\n\n\nJoin the Dave Holodiloff Duo for a very intimate “Love Is In The Air” program of romantic love songs to celebrate Valentine’s Day! Celebrate with love\, music\, wine\, food\, and chocolate this Valentine’s Day! \n\n\n\nInserting his own unique blend of the 8 string mandolin and baritone vocals\, the show’s repertoire will consist of a broad range of classic ballads\, standards\, country\, upbeat swing\, rock ‘n’ roll\, latin jazz\, and American pop from about the last one hundred years and more! Dave will be traversing the globe\, musically that is\, with love songs from France\, Spain\, Israel\, Italy\, Eastern Europe\, Brazil\, Latin America\, and of course\, the good ol’ USA! \n\n\n\nThis is a not to be missed once-a-year romantic musical celebration by Monterey’s hottest acoustic duo\, Dave and Michael\, so grab your sweetheart and head on down to Monterey for the show. Or\, get out there and “mingle if you’re single”! \n\n\n\nAdvanced tickets are highly recommended as Dave recently sold out this intimate theater for his Hot Club Holo production! Holo Productions brings only the highest quality vibes to the show…you can bet it’s going to be good! \n\n\n\nDave will be digging deep into his vast repertoire of romantic love songs\, usually only reserved for weddings and anniversaries\, and bringing it to you this Valentine’s Day at the beautiful Stanton Center Theater! \n\n\n\nBuy Tickets Here\n\n\n\n$50 in advance. $60 at the door. VIP Packages $150 for two + gift bag! \n\n\n\nMore Information \n\n\n\nFlyer
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/love-is-in-the-air/
LOCATION:Stanton Theater\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T200000
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SUMMARY:Italian Dinner at Casa Serrano Sold Out
DESCRIPTION:Sorry\, Sold Out \n\n\n\nLos Amigos and Monterey History and Art Association are hosting an Italian Dinner at Casa Serrano to honor the historical Cademartori’s Restaurant. \n\n\n\nLasagne & Spaghetti by our excellent MHAA/Los Amigos ChefsLive music by Mike Marrota\, Jr \n\n\n\nFor more information call Barbara McKinder at (831) 224-5452 or email Elizabeth Todd \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent sponsored in part by the following donors: Taylor Farms\, Palermo Bakery\, Trader Joe’s and more!
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/italian-dinner/
LOCATION:Casa Serrano\, 412 Pacific Street\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260131T224209Z
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SUMMARY:Stanton Center Open House
DESCRIPTION:Free Admission\n\n\n\nCome see new exhibits: \n\n\n\n\nEmile Norman\n\n\n\nOn the Waterfront: Chris Shake Collection\n\n\n\nVaqueros\, Cowboys & Ranch Life\n\n\n\n\nPresentation in the theater at Noon and 1:00 by Scott Gale: “Los Perdidos y Los Salvados”\, the lost and saved historic Monterey buildings.
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/stanton-center-open-house/
LOCATION:Stanton Center\, 5 Custom House Plaze\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T150000
DTSTAMP:20260103T154653Z
CREATED:20260101T014014Z
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SUMMARY:Histories of the Monterey Waterfront • A is for Abalone: The Japanese on the Monterey Wharf\, 1900-1941• The Sicilian Experience and Fisherman's Wharf
DESCRIPTION:Tickets \n\n\n\nMonterey History and Art Association is hosting a history lecture series this winter in the Stanton Center Theater on Custom House Plaza.  The series\, Histories of the Monterey Waterfront\, explores some of the histories of this unique place.  We are fortunate that some of our region’s top presenters have agreed to participate in this series. \n\n\n\nTim ThomasA is for Abalone: The Japanese on the Monterey Wharf\, 1900-1941 \n\n\n\nThis presentation tells the remarkable history of how a group of pioneering Japanese fishermen\, along with a German Chef named “Pop” Ernest Doelter\, transformed a once thought uneatable mollusk into a gastronomical delight and making Monterey the Abalone Capitol of the World. \n\n\n\nTim Thomas is a fisheries historian and author who has researched the fisheries and cultural history of Monterey for over forty years. For sixteen years he was the Historian/Curator for the Monterey Maritime Museum.  He is on the board of directors of the Monterey Japanese American Citizens League and Curator of Japanese American Heritage Center. Tim has traveled and lectured extensively on the Monterey Japanese community both in the United States and in Japan. In 2023\, The Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary awarded Tim the Ed Ricketts Memorial Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Field of Historical Ecology. \n\n\n\nBob EneaThe Sicilian Experience and Fisherman’s Wharf \n\n\n\nThis presentation focuses on the history of the Monterey sardine fishing industry through photos and descriptions that made Monterey the Sardine Capital of the World.  Bob’s grandfather\, Orazio Enea\, and great uncle\, Pietro Ferrante\, were the pioneer fishermen of the sardine industry. \n\n\n\nBob Enea is a retired Physical Education teacher and football and swimming coach. He is a member of the Italian Heritage Society\, where he serves as historian.  Bob has authored many articles for the Santa Rosalia Festival magazine. He is currently serving as assistant swimming coach at Hartnell College.  Previously\, Bob served as the National Swimming Coach of the Saudi Arabian team\, 1976-1977; during the Montreal Olympics and the Pan-Arabian Games in Damascus\, Syria. \n\n\n\nAfter the session\, attendees can go on a quick\, optional\, targeted tour of the museum\, where items discussed in that day’s presentations will be highlighted.  \n\n\n\nMHAA Members Free – Members must complete the form below to ensure a seat!Non-members $10 – Includes museum admission from 3 to 4pm on the day of the session. \n\n\n\n\nHistories of the Monterey Waterfront – February 1 First Name *Last Name *PhoneEmail AddressSelect Member or Non-Member TicketsNon-Member Tickets $10Member Tickets FreeNumber of Tickets *Tickets Total$Member CodeMember Discount$Additional Guest NameEmail AddressAdditional Guest NameEmail AddressAdditional Guest NameEmail AddressPlease list additional guests and email addressesAdditional Tax-deductible Donation to MHAAUSDTotal charge$Submit
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/histories-of-the-monterey-waterfront/
LOCATION:Stanton Theater\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T203000
DTSTAMP:20260114T175155Z
CREATED:20260112T162820Z
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SUMMARY:Django Reinhardt Tribute
DESCRIPTION:3rd Annual Gypsy Jazz Birthday Day Bash Concert Featuring Acoustic All Stars \n\n\n\nSaturday January 24th \n\n\n\n7 pm show6:30 pm doors.  \n\n\n\nTickets \n\n\n\nLimited VIP packages available. \n\n\n\nMore information
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/django-reinhardt-tribute/
LOCATION:Stanton Theater\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T203000
DTSTAMP:20260114T171748Z
CREATED:20260114T171745Z
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SUMMARY:The Western Flyer Inspires – Inspiring Future Generations of Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Returning to the Sea of Cortez\n\n\n\nWhat happens when John Steinbeck and Ed Ricketts’ most famous voyage becomes a living story—retold by the next generation and carried forward by today’s scientists? \n\n\n\nJoin The Steinbeck Experience for an evening of conversation and storytelling at the Stanton Center\, where Monterey history\, student adventure\, and real-world ocean science come together—rooted in the enduring legacy of John Steinbeck\, Ed Ricketts\, the Western Flyer\, and the Sea of Cortez. \n\n\n\n\nBuy Tickets\n\n\n\n\nWhat you’ll experience\n\n\n\nWine & Desserts: Kick off the evening with wine from Big Sur Vineyards\, sweets\, and lively conversation as we celebrate stories from the sea. \n\n\n\nThe Student Adventure: Experience the Sea of Cortez through the eyes of the next generation—join a lively student panel from Robert Louis Stevenson School as they share photos\, videos\, and unforgettable moments from their 2025 expedition\, celebrating marine life\, cultural exchange\, and curiosity at sea.. Moderated by Ron Provost. \n\n\n\nSteinbeck & Ricketts’ Scientific Legacy: Raise a glass to science and curiosity as researchers from Green Flash Conservation Science unveil their 2026 Sea of Cortez expedition—returning to Steinbeck and Ricketts’ 1940 tidepools to understand how these vital ecosystems have changed through field science\, community collaboration\, and storytelling. \n\n\n\nAudience Q&A: Ask questions\, share reflections\, and join the celebration of exploration\, learning\, and the living Sea of Cortez. \n\n\n\nSilent auction\n\n\n\nWe’ll feature a curated silent auction showcasing local artists and merchants—where every bid supports creativity\, local community\, and the stories that carry us forward. \n\n\n\nWhy we’re gathering\n\n\n\nWe’re coming together to fundraise for The Steinbeck Experience and Green Flash’s 2026 Sea of Cortez expedition and—fueling hands-on science\, local storytelling\, and Monterey’s living legacy all in one unforgettable night. \n\n\n\nWebsite
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/the-western-flyer-inspires-inspiring-future-generations-of-explorers/
LOCATION:Stanton Theater\, 5 Custom House Plaza\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260119T153648Z
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SUMMARY:de la Torre Adobe Tour
DESCRIPTION:Myron Oliver was one of the founders of the Monterey History and Art Association in 1931. His home\, the de la Torre adobe on Pierce Street is on the market. \n\n\n\nMHAA membership has been graciously invited to tour the adobe by Angolee Bode of CØMPASS Realty. \n\n\n\nThe adobe is located at 500 Pierce Street just above Friendly Park. \n\n\n\n\nMyron and His Mother\n\n\n\nLiving Room\n\n\n\n\nOpen House and Self-guided Tour Invitation \n\n\n\nMyron Oliver (1891 – 1967) \n\n\n\nIn 1893 Joseph Kurtz Oliver\, brought his family to Pacific Grove where he had accepted a position as art instructor in a new college. The school foundered\, so Mr. Oliver opened an art-supplies store near Monterey’s pier. His young son\, Myron\, worked there and met practically all the artists who came to the Monterey Peninsula because they all came to Father Oliver’s store for supplies. By 1919 Myron was attending Stanford University\, and that summer William Merritt Chase taught in Carmel-by-the-Sea under the auspices of the Carmel Arts and Crafts Club. Myron traded his services as a chauffeur to the great man in exchange for lessons. Like Myron\, Effie Fortune and Armin Hansen were also founders of the Monterey History and Art Association. In February 1924 Myron Oliver and his wife became owners of the de la Torre adobe and thereafter remade the adobe into the beautiful home structure it is today.
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/de-la-torre-adobe-tour/
LOCATION:de la Torre Adobe\, 500 Pierce Street\, Monterey\, California\, 93940\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251207T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251207T163000
DTSTAMP:20251027T234128Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Tea Party
DESCRIPTION:Casa Serrano412 Pacific St\, Monterey CAFree Sunday Street Parking or lot across the street \n\n\n\nHoliday Tea Menu \n\n\n\n\nCranberry Noel Scone with clotted cream & jam\n\n\n\nTraditional Yuletide Scone with clotted cream & jam\n\n\n\nHoliday Sandwiches\n\n\n\nMistletoe Cucumber – English cucumber with fresh mint & cream cheese\n\n\n\nSanta’s Orchard – Ham\, apple butter & shaved English aged cheddar\n\n\n\nHoliday Cheer Chicken – Basil chicken salad with lemon zest\n\n\n\nFestive Petit Fours\n\n\n\nAssorted English Biscuits\n\n\n\n\nServed with piping hot tea in eclectic china — a joyful holiday tradition to share laughter\, warmth\, and the flavors of the season \n\n\n\nBook your seat: www.rosemaryandthymehighteas.com \n\n\n\n$75 per guest – gratuity kindly at your discretion \n\n\n\nDrawings for a Rosemary & Thyme Holiday Gift Basket and more \n\n\n\nFlyer
URL:https://www.montereyhistory.org/event/holiday-tea-party/
LOCATION:Casa Serrano\, 412 Pacific Street\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
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