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EASTER EVENT

GREENFIELD — The City of Greenfield is inviting the community to attend its 2025 Easter Event on Wednesday, April 16, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at Patriot Park, 1351 Oak Ave., in Greenfield. The celebration features an Easter egg hunt for children, fun games, photos with the Easter Bunny and more. For additional information, call Jesus Perez at 831-236-1230.


HOLIDAY MARKET

KING CITY — King City Recreation will host its next holiday market, Easter Pop Up, on Thursday, April 17, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the King City Recreation Center, 401 Division St. There will be local crafters and live music with Christian Thompson. For more information, contact Alicia at at*******@ki******.com.


EV RIDE AND DRIVE

SALINAS — On Saturday, April 19, the Salinas Amtrak Station will come alive with the Salinas EV Ride and Drive Event, running from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Organized by Ecology Action, this family-friendly event invites community members to explore a diverse selection of electric vehicles (EVs) ranging in affordability. As part of National Drive Electric Month, the event aims to raise awareness of the advantages of all-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. Attendees will have the chance to test-drive models, including the Dodge Charger Daytona, Ford F150, and Cadillac Lyriq, while engaging with experienced EV owners for firsthand insights. Participants can also visit the EV Resource Booth, where Ecology Action experts will provide information on financial assistance programs available for those interested in purchasing an EV, including rebates and incentives available through the EVs for Everyone initiative. Bilingual assistance will be offered. In addition to the vehicles, guests can connect with local organizations, enter raffle drawings for prizes, and enjoy delicious offerings from La Papa Food Truck. For more details, visit EVsForEveryone.org/Ride-And-Drive.

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Ryan Cronk is the managing editor for King City Rustler and Salinas Valley Tribune, a unified publication of Greenfield News, Soledad Bee and Gonzales Tribune. He covers general news for South Monterey County and the surrounding communities.

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