Families, friends, and community members: Code Ninjas Monterey is opening its doors and providing free child care for families displaced by the wildfires, 10am-6pm, from August 20 until the fires end. Please email Enrique Villarreal in advance as Code Ninjas can only take 10 children, ages 6-15, per day.

The mission of Code Ninjas Monterey is to serve local youth. Fire evacuees, please do not hesitate to respond and allow owner Enrique and his staff the chance to help you if they have space at their facility. Code Ninjas is located at 469 Pacific Street in Downtown Old Monterey.

Have you tried Cult Taco's delicious fried plantain taco with chipotle cashew "crema" and cabbage? Head over to 481 Alvarado Street in Old Monterey to see what all the hype is about. We're open for outdoor dining, take-out, and delivery Tuesday - Thursday, 11am-5pm, and Friday - Saturday, 12pm-8pm.

The current threat from the wildfires burning in Monterey County is unprecedented and the need of Monterey County residents is huge. Now through September 5, 2020, Monterey Firefighters are collecting donations of cash and gift cards to distribute quickly, and directly, to families impacted by the fires.

Monterey Firefighters have set up a Go Fund Me page for financial donations. They are also accepting donations of gift cards from stores such as Target, Walmart, Safeway, or Lucky's, at all of the fire stations in the City of Monterey. New Monterey's Fire Station No. 12 is located at 582 Hawthorne Street.

Although it's unbelievable that we are now facing these fires at the same time our families are being impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic, it's the difficult reality for all of us. We will survive this, but if it's possible to lend some help to our neighbors at the same time, we know it will be greatly appreciated.

For more information, please e-mail Monterey Firefighter Raul Pantoja.

The current threat from the wildfires burning in Monterey County is unprecedented and the need of Monterey County residents who have been evacuated is huge. Now through September 5, 2020, Monterey Firefighters are collecting donations of cash and gift cards to distribute quickly, and directly, to families impacted by the fires.

Monterey Firefighters have set up a Go Fund Me page for financial donations. They are also accepting donations of gift cards from stores such as Target, Walmart, Safeway, or Lucky's, at all of the fire stations in the City of Monterey. Downtown Old Monterey's Fire Station No. 11 is located at 600 Pacific Street.

Although it's unbelievable that we are now facing these fires at the same time our families are being impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic, it's the difficult reality for all of us. We will survive this, but if it's possible to lend some help to our neighbors at the same time, we know it will be greatly appreciated.

For more information, please e-mail Monterey Firefighter Raul Pantoja.

Cypres Boutique Monterey not only stocks a range of fashionable clothing for men and women, we also carry accessories! Our men's section sports a variety of sunglasses, hats, belts, and vegan-friendly wallets - all perfect for a day at work or an evening out.

Locally owned and operated, Cypress Boutique is located at 800 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey. Stop by and let owner Mary Ojugo help you find the right look to fit you.

More summer dresses for days like this. I think we're on to something here!

Look at all that #licorice! Check out our huge restock of European licorice from Gustaf's (plus a ton of German Haribo). Also, get 10% off your bill at participating restaurants in downtown Campbell when you spend $25 or more here at Rocket Fizz through the end of August!

Stay out of the heat by ordering and paying ahead or have your sandwiches delivered to you! Also great way for a contact-less experience.

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The River Fire and Carmel Fire emergencies are a good reminder for all residents to be aware of how to get information they may need to stay safe. If you haven't done so already, you can register your cell phone at alertmontereycounty.org to receive urgent information about things like severe weather and evacuations.

If you live in one city, work in another, or have family in yet another location, you can sign up for alerts from all the areas you want! To receive text alerts that are specifically for the City of Monterey, take one more step and text 93940 to 888777.

The River Fire and Carmel Fire emergencies are a good reminder for all residents to be aware of how to get information they may need to stay safe. If you haven't done so already, you can register your cell phone at alertmontereycounty.org to receive urgent information about things like severe weather and evacuations.

If you live in one city, work in another, or have family in yet another location, you can sign up for alerts from all the areas you want! To receive text alerts that are specifically for the City of Monterey, take one more step and text 93940 to 888777.

Another school year is starting for many Monterey elementary, middle, and high school students, and Monterey Public Library wants to help. Library cardholders can access free, live tutor assistance in English and Spanish from Brainfuse - Homework HelpNow operating daily, 3pm-10pm. Interact with live tutors in math, science, reading/writing, social studies, PSAT/SAT, ACT, AP and state standardized tests.

With more students studying at home, the Library hopes this service will be more valuable than ever. Give it a try here - all you need to do to begin is enter your library card's barcode number.

Saltwater Sanctuary is not open for pedicures and detox soaks at this time, but we are selling products you can use at home to care for your skin and nails! We offer a range of Cuccio body butters (including our best-selling Cuccio Hemp Butter and Tangerina Argan Butter), as well as cuticle oils, callous removers, home detox packages, and our new line of organic soap.

To place an order or for more information, please contact Saltwater's owner, Michele Pietrantonio, via Instagram or at 818-497-4066.