Campbell’s summer concert series gets underway

Mojo working

Campbell was set to open its summer concert series July 10 with A Smokin’ Slice of Mojo. The series continues Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m., through Aug. 28 at the Orchard City Green.

Upcoming concerts include Chain of Fools on July 17, San Benito County Line on July 24, Cocktail Monkeys on July 31, Soul Kiss on Aug. 7, Misspent Youth on Aug. 14, Maneck on Aug. 21 and the Houserockers on Aug. 28.

Personal items may not be left on the Orchard City Green earlier than 2 p.m. on concert days. Outside food and drinks are allowed, including beer and wine for the 21-and-older crowd. Pets are not allowed, and children must be supervised.

For more information, visit https://www.campbellca.gov/280/Summer-Concert-Series.

Mountain stories

Historian Jay Topping returns to History Happy Hour at the Ainsley House on July 18 with part 2 of his popular presentation on the history of the Santa Cruz Mountains.

This time, Topping  will dive deeper into the lives of the pioneers who built and shaped mountain life—from farmers and school founders to toll road operators and healers. He’ll talk about figures like Susan Schulteis, the “Dr. Quinn” of the mountains, who rode miles on horseback to deliver babies and tend to the sick, and was the first to reach the legendary Mountain Charlie after his infamous bear encounter.

The event starts at 5:30 p.m. in the Carriage House, 300 Grant St. Tickets are $25 at campbellmuseums.com.