Thursday, Sept. 11 THE PRIESTESS Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Sheva Elliot is described as a rock, blues and Americana composer and performer. Yet, her music comes with a characteristic old-school rock vibe that makes it hard for a listener to place her in time, or even tell her age. Her voice is full of color and her lyrics personal, often analyzing the tricky subject of love. She debuted in 2023 with the Pay the Priestess album, followed by Sheva Elliot (Live at The Troubadour) in 2024. Elliot’s music has been compared to Brandi Carlile and Susan Tedeschi, but her singular sound is all her own. [AP] 8pm Thursday, Sept. 11. Pop & Hiss, 215 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove. No cover. info@popandhiss.net, popandhiss.net. Thursday, Sept. 11-Tuesday, Sept. 16 ZONE, OUT The Blue Zones Project got its start over five years ago in Salinas, eventually growing to encompass Monterey County, with a goal of nudging all of us to be just a little healthier. Recently the national organization declared that Blue Zones Project Monterey County had achieved its goals and officially named us as the first Certified Blue Zones County in California. The local staff is celebrating in line with their original mission—a series of events promoting, what else, a healthier lifestyle. The BZPMC Celebration Week is already underway and continues through Tuesday, Sept. 16 with a community walk, a hike (with wine— healthy need not be boring), cooking demonstration and party featuring Blue Zones-inspired bites and live music. [PM] King City Community Walk: 6-7pm Thursday, Sept. 11 at Downtown Plaza, 326 Broadway St., King City; La Cocina Celebrates: 5-7pm Friday, Sept. 12 at La Cocina Restaurant, 815 Broadway St., King City; Hike & Wine: 10am-noon Sunday, Sept. 14 at CRU Winery, 37500 Foothill Road, Soledad; Cooking Demo: 4-5pm Tuesday, Sept. 16 at El Gabilan Library, 1400 N. Main St., Salinas. Events are free with registration at montereycounty.bluezonesproject.com. bzpmontereycounty@bluezones.com. 26 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY SEPTEMBER 11-17, 2025 www.montereycountynow.com ECHOES OF GENERATIONS The City of Soledad celebrates a new mural, called “Echoes of Generations,” located at the Soledad Fire Department’s aerial apparatus bay (525 Monterey St., Soledad). The artwork celebrates the city’s identity and heritage and serves as a tribute to the courage and service of the Soledad’s first responders. It was created by Brenda Scettrini Saglio, Paul Richmond and Briden Cole Schueren. The project was made possible through support from County Supervisor Chris Lopez, who awarded a $40,000 grant. “The mural is a perfect example of how creativity and collaboration can transform a space into something meaningful for all who pass by,” he said. Mayor Anna Velazquez added, “Our public safety professionals are the backbone of Soledad. This mural is a powerful reminder of their courage, sacrifice and daily commitment to keeping our community safe.” The Arts Council for Monterey County played a key role in the project, which was unveiled on Sept. 3. [AP] 11-17 SEPTEMBER HOT PICKS To see more local events, and add your own, visit montereycountynow.com/events CITY OF SOLEDAD VISUALS BONNIE POND The Gallery at Del Mesa in Carmel has a new colorful art exhibit. Three local artists display photographs, monotypes and constructed mosaic pieces. A Trilogy of Techniques features Dixie Dixon (showing stunning, one-of-a-kind hand-colored photographs), Bonnie Pond (mosaics made with either glass or ceramic materials—an example is shown above) and Gloria Shaw (monotypes with a blend of printmaking and textural influences). It is on display until Oct. 5 at 500 Del Mesa Drive, Carmel. Gallery hours are Wednesdays through Sundays from 11am-8pm. Upon arrival, inform the gate attendant that you are there to see the exhibit. [AP] It’s time to celebrate. Blue Zones Project is finalizing its mission in Monterey County with events all across the county. We are the first county in California to be certified as a Blue Zones Community. BLUE ZONES PROJECT MONTEREY COUNTY A sand castle is every child’s beach dream. Adults are obsessed with them too, apparently, as each annual Great Sandcastle Contest in Carmel proves. See p. 29. CITY OF CARMEL COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES DEPARTMENT BONNIE POND
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