National Steinbeck Center
Bikes of Wrath — Monterey Bay Area screenings, plus Steinbeck Country tips
Find or schedule a screening of The Bikes of Wrath near you—including in the Monterey Bay Area. Explore the hometown of John Steinbeck, whose novel The Grapes of Wrath inspired this cycling tour and film.
Vacation or Staycation: 16 sweet spots in the Monterey County seat
Skip Salinas when in Monterey County? You’d be missing a lot! Salinas youth, in partnership with city officials, have a wonderful new way to attract visitors. Whether you’re there on an Open Streets day or on another date, here are some tips for exploring the Monterey County seat.
Bike Salinas: Mike Beck at the Steinbeck
Explore Salinas on a two-wheeled ride through those wide, flat streets. Then hear cowboy rocker and Bohemian Saints front man Beck pay respect to his favorite author with a solo acoustic show at the National Steinbeck Center.
Why Thursdays are great for people who bike in Monterey County
Happy Thursday to all cyclists in Monterey County from HER Helmet Thursdays businesses and organizations. Here’s a pictorial sampling of those spots that will give you a discount just for riding your bike!
Steinbeck Center Hosts Ben Sollee
Genre-hopping musician Ben Sollee pedals his Ditch the Van tour to the National Steinbeck Center, Salinas on August 25.
Summer Sizzlers in Salinas
July is a hot month for Salinas, no matter the temperatures. And the return of the Colmo del Rodeo night parade is only the start!