Nami Restaurant Opens in Downtown Monterey

Monterey, CA

Downtown Monterey welcomes Nami restaurant to the district! Recently opened at 301 Alvarado Street, Nami serves a selection of premier steak and seafood, each dish infused with a bold, modern Asian twist.

At Nami, you'll find a stylish, upscale-casual haven for locals and visitors alike. Step inside and discover a dining experience that is both sophisticated and wonderfully relaxed, designed for memorable evenings and culinary exploration. Open Daily, 8:30am-8pm plus Fri & Sat, 9:30pm-2am.

The New Look of Namaste India Bistro

Monterey, CA

Namaste India Bistro has been part of Monterey's Lighthouse District for nearly a decade, offering authentic Indian cuisine made with care, tradition, and a whole lot of heart.

We've recently refreshed our interior to create a warm, inviting atmosphere, perfect for a casual lunch, family dinner, or a relaxed night out. Stop by and experience it for yourself at 538 Lighthouse Ave.

Creative Mentorship at Play Full Ground

Monterey, CA

Artist and educator Mai Ryuno of Play Full Ground is introducing a special, one-on-one program this spring for teens and adults looking for deeper support in developing their own creative practice, Creative Mentorship.

Creative Mentorship is individualized, project-centered guidance for those who want to explore their own ideas with structure, support, and intention. Learn more.

Join the Downtown Campbell Volunteer Team in 2026!

Campbell, CA

Volunteers are what makes Campbell's engaging community culture possible and creating community connections is more important than ever in the world that we live in. The events in Downtown Campbell are a lot of work and we need an army of volunteers to make everything happen.

New Gift Shop: Lindsey's Crafts and Things

Monterey, CA

Lindsey's Crafts and Things features the magical work of local crochet artist Marina Lindsey. Here you'll find her handmade plushies for all ages, women's hats and beanies, and practical dog sweaters in a variety of sizes.

The shop also carries a wide array of men's and women's jewelry plus crystals, geodes, and more. Prepare to be delighted at 482 Alvarado Street, Suite C.

Give a Customized Candle to Your Valentine!

Monterey, CA

Looking for a sweet way to say you care about someone this Valentine's Day? Give them a locally made candle from I Heart You Candles and Gifts at 482 Alvarado Street, Suite A.

Find a gift on our shelves or select a scented soy candle and decorate it with a variety of small metal charms at our Customization Station to create a unique, heartfelt message.

Try Johl Momo at Lighthouse Bistro

Monterey, CA

Lighthouse Bistro Global Cuisine introduces Jhol Momo to our menu at 570 Lighthouse Ave. Come try it!

Our hand wrapped Nepalese momo (dumplings) are filled with your choice of ground beef or chicken mixed with cabbage, onion, and spices and served with a flavorful johl (sauce) - a blend of soybeans, tomatoes, sesame, cumin, turmeric, and salt. Delciious!

Enjoy Paranubes Rum at Pearl Hour

Monterey, CA

Both the Mexican Mai Tai and Sade’s Daiquiri at Pearl Hour feature a great spirit, Paranubes Rum. It's made by wild fermenting the fresh pressed juice of sugarcane grown at the farm of master distiller Jose Luis Carrera in the Sierra Mazateca mountains of Oaxaca, Mexico. Classic.

Pearl Hour, at 214 Lighthouse Ave, opens at 6pm Wed-Mon.

Exciting News from Breakthrough Men's Community!

Monterey, CA

Breakthrough Men's Community in Downtown Monterey presents a new training series, Intentional Communication for the Workplace , offering practical, repeatable tools teams can use to improve communications.

It's designed to help organizations reduce unnecessary conflict, improve clarity and accountability, strengthen boundaries and trust at work, and keep leaders focused on execution, not escalation. Learn more.

February (Presidents' Week) Break Camps!

Campbell, CA

Calling all parents! Have you figured out plans for your child’s school break in February? While it may feel like the new year just began, another school break is already on the horizon! In just 3 weeks, it will...