The annual Turkish Arts & Culture Festival takes place on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 29-30 at Custom House Plaza in Monterey (see details in Hot Picks, p. 24). Enjoy live entertainment like belly dancing and whirling dervishes and try all the Turkish delights (pun very much intended) like doner kebab, baklava, Turkish coffee and more. Entry is free; food and beverages available for purchase. (831) 224-6501, turkfestca.org.