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A cat lovers gift shop is not complete without Jim Shore’s cats collectables. A self-taught artist from South Carolina, Jim Shore creates his popular works of art based on his deep appreciation of handcrafted quilts and folk art textures, and by drawing on his nostalgic childhood memories. His depiction of cats is unique and wonderful. Every cat lover should have in their cats collectables at least one of Jim Shore’s creations.

We have chosen a few of our favorite cats collectables for this section of the shop. There will be additional Jim Shore collectibles added from time to time as well as other well-known and respected cat artists’ creations. Stop by often to see new items. You can also sign up for our RSS feed by clicking on the feed symbol at the top of the left menu. That way you can stay informed every time we have new additionals to the shop.

Cats Collectables are produced by many different artists in many different ways. Be sure and visit our other pages where you’ll find a variety of gifts that you or the cat lover in your family will love!

Jim Shore Three Cats CarolingJim Shore Three Cats Caroling – Quilt-like patterns, meticulous attention to detail and warm country colors make Jim Shore collectibles with their folk-art designs so distinctive. ‘Tis the season to fill home and hearth with beautiful expressions of the holidays. Stone resin, measures 7″ x 4 1/2″ x 3 1/4″, gift boxed.OUT OF STOCK!!

JIM SHORE SIAMESE CAT

OUT OF STOCK!!Jim Shore SIAMESE CAT Figurine. Measures 7 1/4″H x 2 3/4″L x 2 1/2″W . Shipping Weight: 1.90 poundsMade of Stone Resin. A self-taught artist from South Carolina, Jim Shore creates his popular works of art based on his deep appreciation of handcrafted quilts and folk art textures, and by drawing on his nostalgic childhood memories. Price: $22.00JIM SHORE DISNEY BUONO FIGARO CAT OUT OF STOCK

Jim Shore Disney’s Cat “Buono Figaro” – Little Figaro from Disney’s animated Classic Pinocchio is brought to you by Disney Traditions in the artful stylings from artist Jim Shore. Measures 4.75 stone resin. $19.95

Cat Tan & Yellow Jasper Jim Shore OUT OF STOCK

This stone resin cat figurine designed by artist Jim Shore measures 5″ high. 2 pounds. Part of the Heartwood Creek Jim Shore Collectibles. $19.95

Cat Green Jim Shore OUT OF STOCK
This stone resin green cat figurine designed by artist Jim Shore measures 6 12″ in height. 2 pounds. Part of the “Heartwood Creek” collection. $19.95

Cat Orange and Green Figurine

Cat Orange and Green Figurine Jim Shore “Heartwood Creek”.This stone resin made cat figurine is designed by Jim Shore. Part of his “Heartwood Creek” collection, it measures 7″ high. $19.95

Jim Shore CURIOSITY CAT Figurine OUT OF STOCK
Jim Shore CURIOSITY CAT Figurine 2.5 pounds, 6-1/4 inch tan and brown cat named ‘Curiosity’. This highly detailed folk art member of Jim Shore collectibles is made of stone resin to resemble hand-carved wood and comes gift boxed. $15.95

JIM SHORE CAT BIRDHOUSE OUT OF STOCK

Jim Shore Cat BirdhouseThis is an adorable birdhouse! Watch what comes out of the cats mouth! Made of stone resin and measures 6.5″x9″ $34.95

Jim Shore Cat `Vigilance` W/ Bell On Tail – OUT OF STOCK
Jim Shore Cat `Vigilance` W/ Bell On Tail – stone resin cat measures 7″ tall with a bell on it’s tail. Gift boxed. $16.00

Jim Shore Statue Cat with Red Flower

Cats Collectables is happy to include Jim Shore’s Statue Cat with Red Flower – This Heartwood Creek cat will be a great addition to your inside or outside garden! Made of stone resin and measures 17.5″ tall x 8.75″ wide. 9.5 pounds. $59.00

Jim Shore Hey Diddle Diddle – Truly One of Jim Shore’s most interesting Cats Collectables

Jim Shore “Hey Diddle Diddle” this is one of the most realistic looking faces… you will be impressed with the high quality of this stone resin piece. Measures 10 1/2″ x 8″ x 3″. The old nursery rhyme goes “Hey Diddle, diddle, The cat and the fiddle, The cow jumped over the moon, The little dog laughed, To see such sport, And the dish ran away with the spoon” Shipping Weight: 4.00 pounds Price: $39.95

Jim Shore Cat Figurine Abigail OUT OF STOCK!!!!!

This cat figurine measures 6 1/2″ high. Designed by artist Jim Shore and part of his Heartwood Creek Collection. Made of stone resin.Shipping Weight: 2.30 pounds Price: $19.95

Jim Shore Disney’s Aristocats “Jolie Marie ” – OUT OF STOCK

Jim Shore Disney’s Aristocats “Jolie Marie ” Sweet little Marie from Disney’s animated Classic The Aristocatsis brought to you by Disney Traditions in the artful stylings from artist Jim Shore. Measures 5″ tall stone resin. 2 pounds. $14.95

OUT OF STOCK!!Jim Shore “Snowman with Cat”

Jim Shore “Snowman with Cat” – This stone resin constructed snowman figurine with cat measures 11 1/4″ high. Part of artist Jim Shores’ “Heartwood Creek” collection. $24.95

Jim Shore Cat Figurine Patriotic – OUT OF STOCK

This Jim Shore designed cat figurine measures 6 1/4″ high. It is constructed of stone resin. Part of the “Heartwood Creek” collection. $29.00

Jim Shore Angel with Curious CatOUT OF STOCK

CATS COLLECTABLES includes the lovely Jim Shore Angel with Curious Cat – This Heartwood Creek piece is rich in colorful detail. Made of stone resin and measures 9.5″ tall. A self-taught artist from South Carolina, Jim Shore collectibles are based on his deep appreciation of handcrafted quilts and folk art textures, and by drawing on his nostalgic childhood memories.

Jim Shore Black Cat W/ Full Moon Figure OUT OF STOCK

One of Cats Collectables most popular items is Jim Shore’s Black Cat W/ Full Moon Figure – stone resin licensed Jim Shore product measures 6″ tall and comes gift boxed.

Jim Shore Cat W/ Witch Hat & Cane Tail OUT OF STOCK

Jim Shore Cat W/ Witch Hat & Cane Tail stone resin measures 8″ tall. $19.95

JIM SHORE WITCH ON WAGON WITH CAT AND PUMPKIN

JIM SHORE WITCH ON WAGON WITH CAT AND PUMPKIN$39.95

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Today

25th annual Monterey Bay Blues Festival. Various times and stages, through today at The Monterey Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Road, Monterey. $30-$200. 394-2652, MontereyBlues.com.

SummerFest Arts and Crafts Faire. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Custom House Plaza in Monterey. All original works from paintings, jewelry, sculpture and ceramics, with international foods and entertaining music. Proceeds will benefit PacRep Theatre. Free. 622-0700, ext. 106, pacrep.org.

Ham radio “Field Day.” A 24-hour ending at 11 a.m. today at Corporal Ewing Road, between Pvt. Bolio Road and Artillery Street in Monterey. Naval Postgraduate School Amateur Radio Club will be demonstrating Amateur Radio. See ham radio’s new capabilities and learn how to get your own FCC radio license. emergency-radio.org.

Magic Circle Theatre presents Sarah Ruhl’s “Dead Man’s Cell Phone.” Last performance: 2p.m. at the Magic Circle Theatre, 8 El Caminito, Carmel Valley Village. Directed by Robin McKee, it features Richard Boynton, Linda Dare-Donofrio, Skip Kadish, Sherry Kefalas, Jolie Kobrinsky, Deirdre McCauley and Jane Press. A woman answers a cell phone from a neighboring table in a cafe and finds out the owner is dead. This act puts her on a challenging and often funny journey as she becomes more entwined in the dead man’s life. $22 general admission, $20 seniors

and students, available at 659-7500. magiccircletheatre.net.

The Western Stage presents Christopher Sergel’s adaptation of “To Kill a Mockingbird.” 2p.m. at The Studio Theater, Hartnell College campus, 411 Central Ave., Salinas. $20 general; $17 seniors, military, juniors; $10 children under 16; group rates available, at 755-6816 or online at westernstage.com.

Pacific Repertory Theatre presents Sarah Ruhl’s “The Clean House.” 2p.m. at the Circle Theatre of the Golden Bough Playhouse, Casanova Street between Eighth and Ninth avenues, Carmel. $16-$38 (discounts for seniors, children, students, teachers, military), opening night dinner $60 per person at the Golden Bough Box Office, Carmel (Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.- 4p.m.), 622-0100 or pacrep.org.

The Carl Cherry Center for the Arts presents Joan Didion’s “The Year of Magical Thinking.” Last performance: 2p.m. at the Carl Cherry Center for the Arts, Fourth and Guadalupe, Carmel. Didion adapted her own National Book Award-winning memoir for the stage. Featuring Carol Daly in a one-woman play directed by Conrad Selvig. $20, available at 624-7491, by e-mail at or at the door.

El Teatro Campesino presents “Corridos!!! Tales of the Mexican Revolution.” 2p.m. at El Teatro Campesino Playhouse, 705 Fourth St., San Juan Bautista. Prices vary from $5-$15 (check website), available at El Teatro Campesino Box Office at 623-2444 or at ww.elteatrocampesino.com.

The Listening Place, Readers Theater presents “Ah, Sweet Romance,” two one-acts. “The Marriage Proposal” by Anton Chekhov and “Sunny Morning” by Joaquin and Serafin Alvarez Quintero, directed by Linda Hancock, at 1:30p.m. at the Monterey Museum of Art, La Mirada, 720 Via Mirada, Monterey. Free for MMA Members, museum admission ($5) for nonmembers; donations to the Reader’s Theater appreciated. Linda Hancock at 424-6645.

Tamas Marius 4-7p.m. at Plaza Linda Restaurant courtyard, 25 Del Fino Place, Carmel Valley. Donations welcome. 659-4229. kikiwow.com,plazalinda.com.

Community Church of Monterey Peninsula concert. 4-5:15p.m. at Community Church of Monterey Peninsula, 4590 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel. Unique concert combining flute, voice and accompaniment in various musical settings with the following musicians: Ali Ryerson, Elise Rotchford, Bob Phillips, Heath Proskin and Macucho Bonilla. Reception follows. Donation. 624-8595.

MIRA Free Observatory Tour. 2:30-4p.m. at Oliver Observing Station, Chews Ridge, Tassjara Road in Carmel Valley. Free guided tour of the Oliver Observing Station, which sits atop 5,000 feet at Chews Ridge in Los Padres National Forest. Visitors will see MIRA’s 36-inch professional research telescope. Reservations: 883-1000.

Stunt Kites. 2-4p.m. at Marina Dunes Preserve, at the end of Dunes Drive off Reservation Road, Marina. Pilot a dual-line kite as you learn the fundamentals of flight: basic kite mechanics, steering, assemblage and wind conditions. Stunt kites provided. $10. $25/$28 for groups of three. 372-3196, ext. 3, mprpd.org.

Fireplace Lounge Patio to donate part of bill to SPCA. Paws for a Cause encourages guests to come by with their dogs and dine at the Fireplace Lounge Patio from 4-7p.m., Thursdays, through Sept. 30, and 15percent of proceeds will go to the SPCA. The Fireplace Lounge Patio is at the Hyatt Regency, 1 Old Golf Course Road, Monterey. 372-1234.

Holman Ranch Yoga Class. 6-7p.m. Wednesday, June 29, at Holman Ranch, 60 Holman Road, Carmel Valley. Students will need to bring a yoga mat. Water provided. Drop-ins welcome. $15. 659-2640, holmanranch.com.

Digital arts workshop for teens 13-19: Video editing. 10-11:30a.m. Friday, July 2, at John Steinbeck Library, 350 Lincoln Ave., Salinas. 4-5:30p.m. Wednesday, July 7, and 10-11:30a.m. Friday, July 9, at Cesar Chavez Library, 615 Williams Road, Salinas. Learn video editing basics on the software used in Hollywood. Free. 758-7492, salinaspubliclibrary.org/ crazy-techie-summer.

In The Kitchen Breakfast Series. 9:30-10:30a.m. Tuesday, July 6, at Kitchen Studio, 1096 Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Seaside. “The Mysteries of Olive Oil Revealed over Breakfast.” Learn the secrets behind olive oil. $20. 899-3303.

Strong Center, Healthy Back workshop. 10-11:30a.m. Saturday, July 10, at Ashtanga Monterey, 535 Foam St., Suite 103, Monterey. Personal trainer Jennifer Pilotti will teach a workshop for all levels on learning exercises for muscles that support the spine and how to execute them properly. $35. Reservations required. 233-4094.

· JULY 12-16, 19-23

Youth Music Monterey summer music. 9a.m.-noon, 12:30-3:30p.m. Mon-Fri, July 12-16, 19-23, at All Saints Day School, 8060 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel. Placement will be determined by the music directors. In addition to instrument instruction, ear training and theory classes are also offerred. Detailed course description and registration materials available at asds.org/summer.html. For information and class cost, call Vanisha at 375-1992.

· JULY 13, 15, 21, 23

Digital arts workshop for teens 13-19: Comic Creation. 4-5:30p.m. Tuesday, July 13, and 1-2:30p.m. Wednesday, July 21, at John Steinbeck Library, 350 Lincoln Ave., Salinas. Noon-1:30p.m. Thursday, July 15, and 10-11:30 a.m. Friday, July 23, at Cesar Chavez Library, 615 Williams Road, Salinas. Learn ComicLife software and quickly make digital comics. Free. 758-7492, salinaspubliclibrary.org/ crazy-techie-summer.

Siddhi’s Yogi Cleanse. 7-9:30a.m. Thu-Sat, July 15-18, at Wave Street Studios, 774 Wave St., Monterey. Siddhi’s three-day cleanse is designed to facilitate the cleanse process, detoxify the body, strengthen core vitality, clear blockages and make you feel radiant. $160 includes daily yoga classes and cleansing products. 655-2010.

· JULY 19-23, AUG. 2-6

Samz School of Rock summer camp. Three sessions: 9a.m.-5p.m. Mon-Fri, July 19-23, and Aug. 2-6, at Buena Vista Middle School, 18250 Tara Drive, Salinas. Private music instruction, music workshops. Each session ends with a live performance on Friday. $300 per student, per session. $500 for two sessions. 235-9589, SamzSchoolofRock.com.

Awakening of The Chakras to Relieve, Relax and Recharge. 2-4:30p.m. Saturday, July 17, at Wave Street Studios, 774 Wave St., Monterey. Reconnect to your inner stillness, your feelings, your voice, inner knowingness and the Divine within. $40. 655-2010, livenetworks.tv.

· JULY 27, 29, AUG. 4, 6

Digital arts workshop for teens 13-19: Advanced Comic Creation. 4-5:30p.m. Tuesday, July 27 and 1-2:30p.m. Wednesday Aug. 4, at the John Steinbeck Library, 350 Lincoln Ave., Salinas. Noon-1:30p.m. Thursday, July 29, and 10-11:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 6, at Cesar Chavez Library, 615 Williams Road, Salinas. Bring digital photo or sketch and transform it into a digital comic using Photoshop. Free. 758-7492, salinaspubliclibrary.org/ crazy-techie-summer.

Holman Ranch Dance Series: Salsa Night. 6-9p.m. Tuesday, June 29, at Holman Ranch, 60 Holman Road, Carmel Valley. Includes a one-hour Salsa lesson, Latin-inspired food, music and dancing. $30. 659-2640, holmanranch.com.

Salinas Valley Country Danc’n Association monthly dance. 7-10p.m. Saturday, July 3, at American Legion Post 41, 1089 Johnson St., Monterey. Dance lesson at 6:45p.m. Music provided by D.J. Couples, mixers, and line dancing. No partner needed. $8. 261-8087.

Pacific Grove Feast of Lanterns 2010 sock hop. 6p.m. Friday, July 30, at Chatauqua Hall, 16th St., Pacific Grove. $5. Students, $1. Children 10 an under, free. 649-8737, feast-of-lanterns.org.

Friday dance party. 7-8p.m. lesson, 8-10p.m. dance, Fridays, at Monterey Dance, 71 Soledad Drive, Monterey. Singles and couples welcome. $10. 293-3000.

Sunday dance. Instruction 4-5p.m,. dance from 5-6:30p.m., Sundays at Monterey Dance, 71 Soledad Drive, Monterey. Singles and couples welcome. $10. 293-3000.

Salsa dance class. 7:45-8:25p.m. ongoing Tuesdays, at Monterey Dance, 71 Soledad Drive, Monterey. Beginners to intermediate. singles or couples welcome. $10. 293-3000, montereydance.com.

Beginner country and western line dance lessons. 6:30-8:30p.m. Mondays at the Monterey Elks Lodge, 150 Mar Vista Drive, Monterey. $5 per person per week. 261-8087.

Beginner country and western dance lessons. 7-9p.m. Thursdays at Salinas Community Center, 940 N. Main St., Salinas. $5 per person per week. 261-8087.

Children’s ballroom dance class. 3:50p.m. Mondays, 3:30p.m. Fridays, at Monterey Dance, 71 Soledad Drive, Monterey. Learn ballroom, Latin, swing and other dances. For children ages 7-12 years. $100 per month/per child. 293-3000, montereydance.com

Beginner and intermediate international folk dance class. 7-8:45p.m. Wednesdays, Hilltop Park Center, Jessie Street at David Avenue, Monterey. $1 per person per week. Couples and singles welcome. 372-7730.

Argentine tango. 7-8p.m. beginners lesson, 8-9p.m. intermediate lesson, Tuesdays, at American Burger, 738 Lighthouse Ave., Monterey. $6. 373-7573

Dance exercise for women 8:30-9:30a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Hidden Valley Art Institute, 88 Carmel Valley Road, in Carmel Valley. Stretch, tone and movement. $10 per class. 659-3470.

Beginner country and western dance lessons: line dancing and couples. 7-9p.m. Thursdays, Salinas Community Center, 940 N. Main St., Salinas. $5 per person and week. 261-8087.

Monterey Public Library presents Summer Games Day for Teens. Noon-1:30p.m. Thursday, July 1, at the Monterey Public Library, in the Community Room, 625 Pacific St., Monterey. Relax with water-themed board and video games. Teens of all ages are invited. Free. 646-3933, monterey.org/library.

Summer Reading Club: “Race for Life or Death: Plankton’s Fight” for kids 8-12 years old. 3p.m. Thursday, July 1, at Monterey Public Library, in the Community Room, 625 Pacific St., Monterey. Learn how these tiny creatures survive for even a day, then create your own plankton model and see if it wins the race. 646-3934, monterey.org/library.

“Vinyl in the Woods” 11a.m.-1p.m. Saturday, July 3, at Henry Miller Library, Highway 1, Big Sur. Vinyl fair with a listening party, live music and food. Vendor tables are $30 each and crates that hold 30 LPs are $10. Admission free. henrymiller.org/Vinyl.

Commemoration of Commodore John Drake Sloat landing. 2p.m. Saturday, July 3, at the Custom House, near the Monterey History and Maritime Museum in Monterey. Commodore John Drake Sloat, Commander of the American Naval forces in the Pacific, returns to Monterey to commemorate his initial landing in Monterey Harbor on July 7, 1846. Music provided by the Monterey Community Band, attendance of the Joint Service Color Guard and a Marine detail to raise the 28-star flag. Dignitaries include senior leadership from the Defense Language Institute, Naval Postgraduate School, U.S. Coast Guard and Monterey State Historic Parks. The Honorable Charles Della Sala, mayor of Monterey, will be attending. Cpt. Herschel Loomis, USN (Ret.), dressed in an 1800 period naval uniform as Commodore Sloat, will read the original proclamation given at the Harbor of Monterey in 1846. 372-2608, Ext. 813, or see montereyhistory.org.

Independence Day Parade in Seaside. Begins at noon Sunday, July 4, at Broadway and Fremont and concludes at Fremont and Harcourt streets in Seaside. Monterey Bay Pipe Band, San Benito High School Band, and more. 899-6805.

Marina Street Fair 10a.m.-2p.m. at Marina Village Shopping Center, with farmers market, and 4-10p.m. Sunday, July 4, at Seacreast Plaza, 266 Reservation Road, in Marina. Live entertainment from 4:30-7:45p.m. includes the Sledge Grits Band, Lil Jordan, Dancing by Sirena and the Peace Makers of Marina. 521-1089.

Pacific Grove Fourth of July Hometown Celebration. 11a.m.-2p.m. Sunday, July 4, at Caledonia Park, between Central and Jewell avenues, Pacific Grove. A barbecue lunch will be served for $10, $5 for children. Music by Firefly. 373-3304. pacificgrove.org.

Carmel Fourth of July celebration. Noon to 4p.m., Sunday, July 4, at Devendorf Park, Ocean Avenue and Mission Street. Music by Cheeky Spanks. Food and games. 620-2020, ci.carmel.ca.us.

Fourth of July celebration at Cooper-Molera adobe garden. 10:30a.m.-1p.m. Sunday, July 4, at the Cooper-Molera adobe garden, 525 Polk St. in Monterey. Historic demonstrations, rope making, leather crafts and fandango. $2. $1 for children 7 to 17. Children 6 an under, free. 649-7136.

53rd annual antiques and collectibles show and sale. 10a.m.-5p.m. Fri-Sat, 11a.m.-4p.m. Sunday, at St. Mary’s-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, 146 12th St., Pacific Grove. Collectibles and antiques from a select group of antiques dealers: fine silver, flatware, jewelry, Bakelite fashion accessories, books, fine art, glassware, vintage clothing, toys and small furniture. Home-cooked luncheon, $8, served daily from 11:30 a.m.-1:30p.m. Admission for three days is $6. 373-4441, stmarysbythesea.org.

The 100th California Rodeo Salinas. Gates open at 4 p.m., rodeo at 6p.m. Thu-Fri. Gates at 10 a.m., rodeo at 1:15p.m., Sat-Sun, July 15-18, Salinas Sports Complex, 1034 N. Main St., Salinas. $13-$20, kids 12 an under $7. Season tickets $80. 775-3100, CARodeo.com.

Night at the Museum: Honky Tonk night. 8:30-12:30p.m. Saturday, July 17, at National Steinbeck Center, 1 Main St., Salinas. Live music by the Sons of Bakersfield. No host bar. $10. 775-4735.

Pacific Grove Feast of Lanterns 2010 Pet Parade. 2p.m. Friday, July 30, at Caledonia Park at Central Avenue in Pacific Grove. Free. 649-8737, feast-of-lanterns.org.

Pacific Grove Feast of Lanterns 2010 pageant and variety show. 7p.m. Saturday, July 31, at Performing Arts Center, 651 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove. $20, $10 for students. 649-8737, feast-of-lanterns.org.

Central Coast Motorsport Spectacular. Gates open at noon with a pit party, autographs and photos with drivers. Show at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 1, at Salinas Sports Complex, 1034 N. Main St., Salinas. Monster truck competition, freestyle motorcycle jumpers and much more. $9-$30. salinassportscomplex.com.

The 43nd annual Monterey Scottish Games and Celtic Festival 9a.m.-5 p.m. Sat-Sun, Aug. 7-8, at Toro Park, 501 Monterey-Salinas Highway, Salinas. Piping and drumming competitions, highland dancing competitions, athletic events, historical re-enactments, sheepdog demonstrations and more. Festival will include music by Tempest, Seamus Kennedy, 1916 and popular local harpist Amy Krupski. $10-$30. Children 6 and under, free. 333-9423, montereyscotgames.com.

Cactus and succulent show. 9a.m.-5p.m. Sat-Sun, at Jardines in the courtyard, 115 Third St., San Juan Bautista. Unusual and drought-resistant plants for sale. Free admission. 758-6645, cactus-mall.com.

Certified Farmers Market. 11a.m.-4p.m. Wednesdays, through Oct. 27, at Natividad Medical Center, 1441 Constitution Blvd., outside of building 200, Salinas. Grand opening festivities at 11:45a.m. June 2. Fresh quality fruits and vegetables, flowers, organic eggs, and unique gifts from small-scale family farmers and local independent businesses. 384-6961.

Certified Farmers Market. 10a.m.-2p.m. Saturdays, through Oct. 30, on Palm Avenue between El Camino Real and Ninth Street, Greenfield. 384-6961.

Certified Farmers Market 3-8p.m. Mondays at University Plaza, 1760 Fremont Blvd., Seaside. Fresh local produce, flowers, crafts, live music and more. .

Films in the Forest: “Revenge of the Pink Panther.” Film begins at dusk. Tuesday, June 29, at the outdoor Forest Theater, Santa Rita and Mountain View in Carmel. Dress warm. $6. 626-1681. foresttheaterguild.org.

Films in the Forest: “Moonstruck.” Film begins at dusk. Wednesday, June 30, at the outdoor Forest Theater, Santa Rita and Mountain View in Carmel. Dress warm. $6. 626-1681. foresttheaterguild.org.

Fifth annual Big Sur International Short Film Screening Series. Dusk Thursday, July 1, at Henry Miller Library, Highway 1, Big Sur. henrymiller.org.

Artist dinner series. 6:30p.m. Tuesday, June 29, at Marinus restaurant at Bernardus Lodge, 415 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley. Marinus will be welcoming some of the Peninsula’s talented photographers, painters and sculptors. The evening will begin with a welcome wine reception and artist gallery. Chef Cal Stamenov will prepare a three-course spring-inspired organic menu paired with Bernardus wines. Artist: Fred Carvell. $95. Reservations required. 658-3595.

The Grill at Ryan Ranch ‘s fifth Summer of Tasting. Wine tastings from 6-8p.m. Wednesdays, featuring Justin Wine Cellars, June 30, at 1 Harris Court in Monterey. Free. 647-0390, GrillatRyanRanch.com.

Wine and Music Fridays. 5:30-7:30p.m. Fridays at Rancho Cellars and Cepage Wine Bar, 26340 Carmel Rancho Blvd., Carmel. Live music. 625-5646.

Wednesday Wine tasting. Noon-5p.m. Wednesdays, at Boete Tasting Room, Valley Hills Center, 7156 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley. 625-5040.

Harrison Memorial Library Summer Children’s Reading Program. 1:30p.m. Thursday, July 1, at Harrison Memorial Library, Park Branch, Sixth and Mission, Carmel. “Where the Wet Things Are!” A Storytelling safari with audience participation. Free. 624-4664, hm-lib.org.

23rd annual Cowboy Poetry Gathering: “Cowboys & Cabernet.” 5p.m. barbecue and wine tasting, 6p.m. open mic, 7p.m. show, Friday, July 9, at Sherwood Hall, 940 N. Main St., Salinas. Proceeds benefit the Foundation for Monterey County Free Libraries $40, $5 for children 12 and under. Barbecue is $15. Wine tasting is $10 and sold separately. 800- 549-4989, carodeo.com.

Team In Training information meeting. Train to run or walk a marathon or half marathon, complete a triathlon, cycle a 100-mile century ride or perform an adventure hike while raising money to help fight blood cancers and improve the quality of life of blood cancer patients and their families. An information meeting will be held at 6:30p.m. Monday, June 28, at Casa Munras Hotel, 700 Munras Ave., Monterey. 408-490-3148, teamintraining.org/sj. $66 district resident, $73 all others. 372-3196 ext. 3, mprpd.org.

Garland Ranch Regional Park. For a schedule of hikes on Saturdays and Sundays, see mprpd.org. The park is at 700 W. Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley. The Web site also includes hikes at other Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District parks. Free.

Sierra Club hikes. Schedule of hikes at ventana.sierraclub.org. Free.

Historic garden tours. 10:30a.m. ongoing Fridays. Tours start at Casa del Oro Memory Gardens at Pacific and Scott streets, Monterey. Visit the gardens associated with Old Monterey Historic Adobes. $5 donation. Reservations at 649-3364; leave a message.

Tours of Point Pinos Lighthouse. Self-guided tours from 1-4p.m. Thursdays-Mondays. The lighthouse is on Ocean View Boulevard in Pacific Grove. The entrance is from Asilomar Avenue. $2 donation suggested. 648-3176 or ci.pg.ca.us.

Point Sur Lightstation State Historic Park walk tours. Tours at 10a.m. and 2p.m. Saturdays and Wednesdays, 10a.m. Sundays. Arrive early. Tours are three hours and limited to 40 people. Meet outside the Highway 1 farm gate, 19 miles south of Rio Road. $10 adults/$5 for ages 6-17/age 5 and under free. 625-4419 or pointsur.org.

Docent-led tours of Elkhorn Slough.

10a.m. and 1p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, rain or shine. Ear

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Sara Myers is an antique hound.

Each year, she makes the trip from Woodland to Williams for the Sacramento Valley Museum’s antique show and sale.

“I’ve been coming about 25 years,” Myers said. “I don’t look for anything in particular. I just collect stuff. My husband calls me a pack rat.”

Myers and many others who attended the weekend event said the show was well worth the $5 price of admission for an opportunity to find something they can’t live without.

The antique show and sale was first started in 1978 as a fundraiser for the Williams Civic Association.

The Sacramento Valley Museum now sponsors the popular event, which includes free admission to the museum.

On Saturday, more than 300 people toured the museum, which has a number of new exhibits this year. More than 100 people visited the museum on Sunday, event officials said.

The mostly out-of-area dealers at the show offered a wide variety of antiques and collectibles, including furniture, dish and glassware, tools, figurines, jewelry, linens, quilts and rare books.

While some vendors reported spending was down due to the tough economy, others said they did well enough to make the annual show well worth the trip.

The event is a boost toe local economy as visitors reported they often eat at Williams restaurants, buy gas and other goods as well.

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