Thursday, April 17 PEACE OUT? To understand the scope and the importance of the Peace Corps, watch the 2019 documentary A Towering Task: The Story of the Peace Corps at Middlebury Institute of International Studies. This award-winning movie tells the story of this independent organization, born from a 1961 executive order issued by President John F. Kennedy, who encouraged young Americans to provide aid abroad. Founded at the time when few American troops were on the ground in Vietnam, the Peace Corps survived through wars and presidential elections. It might not survive the DOGE intervention; last week its representatives showed up at the Peace Corps headquarters, considering cuts. Perhaps it’s the best time to think and talk about its importance. [AP] 6pm Thursday, April 17. Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey (Irvine Auditorium), 499 Pierce St., Monterey. Free. Register at tinyurl.com/4en6prye. LISTEN IN Is there a path to calmness through your ears? Immerse yourself in healing, restorative sounds at this second installation of a series on wellness modalities at Pilgrim’s Way. This installment features Kathleen Lawrence, who has long used vocalizations (along with Jungian shadow work, guided visualizations and more) in dealing with trauma, and Kiana Siino, a certified, trauma-informed sound and vibrational wellness practitioner. Siino found her way out of debilitating burnout after a series of doctor visits didn’t help but a sound bath did, and now she’s sharing the revelatory effects with others. Expect the sounds of chimes, singing bowls and trickling water during this one-hour guided meditation. Arrive 10 minutes early to get settled in. Happy listening. [SR] 6-7pm Thursday, April 17. Secret Garden outside Pilgrim’s Way Books, Dolores Street between 5th and 6th avenues, Carmel. $25. 624-4955, pilgrimsway.com. Friday, April 18- Saturday, April 19 MARY POPPINS FOREVER “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” is the word with which Salinas High School Theatre is fittingly pro24 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY APRIL 17-23, 2025 www.montereycountynow.com BARBARA RAMOS Sol Treasures (at 519 Broadway St., King City) is hosting a “humble yet deeply moving” gallery exhibit centered on the immigration story of Sonia Chapa, who arrived at the Little Waco Labor Camp in San Lucas 56 years ago. From those beginnings, Chapa built a life rooted in service and leadership, and was recently honored with the Nonprofit Alliance’s Lifetime Achievement Award. This exhibit is not only about Chapa’s remarkable journey—it’s also a collaboration with four photographers who bring unique perspectives and talents to the visual storytelling: Barbara Ramos, currently on a national tour for her acclaimed book, A Fearless Eye, recently featured in The New York Times Book Review; Joe Ramos, whose work has been exhibited at the Monterey Museum of Art; Ignacio Fernandez, known for documentary-style photography; and Jude Yriarte. On display until June 29, noon-5pm Tuesday-Friday. [AP] 17-23 APRIL HOT PICKS To see more local events, and add your own, visit calendar.montereycountynow.com BARBARA RAMOS COURTESY OF MPC GALLERY VISUALS JONATHAN MICHAEL CASTILLO Monterey Peninsula College Art Gallery is still closed, but opening just for the 2025 PhotoCarmel festival. The above work by Jonathan Michael Castillo, titled “Julia #2,” consists of nine cyanotypes on handmade paper. The gallery presents an exhibition celebrating the work of photographers who all began their artistic journeys at community colleges. The exhibition, titled Community, features black-and-white photography and alternative photographic processes, and is a testament to the power of community college education. The gallery (located at 980 Fremont St., Monterey, on the MPC campus) is open by appointment only; the exhibit will be on display until May 26. Contact Becky Brister from the MPC Photography Department at photography@ mpc.edu to schedule a time to see it. [AP] Easter falls on Sunday, April 20 this year. In addition to Christian celebrations, there are many fun secular activities going on in the county—especially for the young ones. Choose among many egg hunts and meetings with the bunny. SHUTTERSTOCK In popular culture, Jeff Bridges will be always remembered as The Dude. The Golden State Theatre screens The Big Lebowski and holds a talk with The Dude. JOHN RUSSO
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