26 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY May 16-22, 2024 www.montereycountynow.com Send ideas to calendar@montereycountynow.com HOT PICKS ting, perhaps, that the symphony concludes the season with a reference to a peak (and our county’s only national park): The theme is “Pinnacles.” These place-based suggestions are only tangentially tied to the music. This program features Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 5, composed in 1901. If you’re listening for the connection to Pinnacles, the program puts it this way: “[Symphony No. 5] has moments of cragginess and melancholy, but finishes with ebullient moments of joy and celebration.” Just like a hike to these volcanic spires, but from sitting in the comfort of a chair. [SR] 7:30pm Saturday, May 18 and 3pm Sunday, May 20. Sunset Center, San Carlos Street at 9th Avenue, Carmel. $45-$88/general admission; $12/students, teachers, military. 6468511, montereysymphony.org. Sunday, May 19 PUT A BIRD ON IT There’s a lot of artwork depicting birds—they’re beautiful animals. Birds are also key players in diverse ecosystems. Plus, they’re just cool to observe in nature. The science and art of birds converge in this workshop, led by artist Carolyn Monastra. The day starts with a one-mile birdwatching walk at Carmel River State Beach, guided by Monterey Audubon Society members. Then back at the Center for Photographic Art, Monastra presents on her conceptual art project, “Divergence of Birds,” aiming to inspire advocacy for these remarkable creatures. Then the art-making is up to participants, who will be invited to choose a climate-threatened bird from the region, then make an accordion pop-up book-in-a-tin using ephemera and other recycled materials. [SR] 8am-2:30pm Sunday, May 19. Center for Photographic Art (in the Sunset Center), San Carlos Street at 9th Avenue, Carmel. $140/ CPA members; $165/nonmembers. 6255181, photography.org. PEEK INTO WEST END Fans of Sand City’s West End Celebration have been clamoring to know what’s in store musically for the 2024 iteration soon after last year’s ended. The wait is over. The lineup will be announced at the Music in the Forest Concert Series in Carmel, simultaneously featuring performances by four groups as well as a sneak peak of what’s to come at this year’s Aug. 24-25 West End Celebration. Dan Frechette & Laurel Thomson combine violin, guitar and storytelling in their work. Also showcasing their talents are Americana group River Voices, Sensory Tribe, who combine Latin, hip-hop and reggae, and The Transducers, a four-piece band rooted in rock, funk and pop. Attendees will also have a chance to win an electric guitar signed by Todd Rundgren by purchasing raffle tickets for a good cause. [EC] 2-6:30pm Sunday, May 19. Forest Theater, Santa Rita Street and Mountain View Avenue, Carmel. $23; $18/youth under 18. 622-0100, pacrep.org. Hot Picks by Erik Chalhoub, Dave Faries, Celia Jiménez, Pam Marino, Agata Pope˛da, Sara Rubin, David Schmalz. The California poppies are popping this spring in Ishxenta State Park. A guided hike on Saturday, May 18 provides an opportunity to visit this public property. DON BLOHOWIAK Orbea Wild eMTB Pinkbike’s eMTB of the Year Open Tuesday ThrOugh saTurday In Downtown Santa Cruz – 585 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz See website or phone for details • 831-621-2309 • www.currentebikes.com EvEry BikE includEs: • Free LiFetime tune-ups • proFessionaL assembLy • assistance with sizing & adjustments • discounts on accessories, racks, etc. • compLete post saLe service mention this ad For an additionaL $50 off any BIKE In stocK eLectric bicycLes new arrivals suits, soft jackets, sport coats, dress shirts sports shirts, trousers & more… 831-625-8106 • carmel plaza • shop at khakisofcarmel.com CAN YOU SOLVE THE MYSTERY BEFORE TIME RUNS OUT? Follow the rabbit. Rob the bank. Travel through time to save the world....and many more. A 60 minute adventure, 9 rooms to choose from each with a different theme. Great for birthdays or special events. Kid friendly. All locations surrounded by great local restaurants. 3 MONTEREY LOCATIONS 765 Wave St, Ste A2 • 599 Lighthouse Ave and Oscar’s Playground 685 Cannery Row (Third Floor) 831.241.6616 BOOK TODAY! Escaperoom831.com Oscar’s Playground Voted Monterey County’s Best New Business ’23
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