831 INK welcomes our newest tattoo artist, Leslie, to the shop at 225 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey. We invite you to view her great work on Instagram and DM her with your tattoo inquiries.
Whalefest Monterey 2025 is seeking community volunteers to help with this free, family-friendly weekend event on April 12 and 13, 10am-5pm, at Old Fisherman's Wharf and Custom House Plaza.
There’s something for every volunteer ages 18 and older! From arts and crafts to marine mammal costume ambassadors, merchandise booths to survey teams - there’s no shortage of fun ways to contribute. You can volunteer solo, with friends, or as a group. Sign up here.
Whalefest is dedicated to inspiring, educating, exploring, and empowering the public to protect our Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Learn more here.
Monterey residents, are you over 60 years of age and in need of a warm meal? Monterey Recreation and Meals on Wheels of the Monterey Peninsula has a meal program 5 days a week at Scholze Park Community Center, 280 Dickman Avenue in Monterey.
Meals for seniors are offered Mon-Fri, 11am-12pm. For more information and to make a reservation, please email Monterey Recreation or call Scholze Park Center at 831-646-3878 and leave a message for the staff. We encourage you to read our meal program flyer and application form.
Flavor alert! The Ohana Pie at Hula's Island Grill now features Kahlua Crunch ice cream from Marianne's - a coffee liqueur ice cream with chocolate swirls and a candy crunch made nearby in Santa Cruz. It's delicious. Come and get it at 622 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.
ENRICHMENT CAMPS:
Day Camp at the CCC
Sports Camps:
Skyhawks Multi-Sport
World Cup Soccer
MUSIC CAMPS:
Joyful Melodies Music
STEM, CODING, LEGO CAMPS:
Spring into STEM with LEGO Materials
Game Development with RPG Maker Camp
Designing Trinkets Camp
Art Camps:
Seasonal Breaks Art Camps
Art Beat Camp
Potter's Wheel Camp
Webster Street Art Gallery presents an exhibit of the vibrant paintings of Heidi McGurrin, running through April 2025 at 188 Webster Street in Downtown Old Monterey.
Monterey County resident Heidi McGurrin is a photographer, writer, and painter who is the great granddaughter of artist Jane Gallatin Powers. She has exhibited her art widely, including in the rotunda of the Cannon House Office Building on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. Her work creates beauty for the eye to rest and wonder.
Franklin Street Collaborative welcomes Feel Into Fashion to our business collective at 201 W. Franklin Street in Downtown Old Monterey. Join April Elizabeth and Stacia Nicole for monthly styling workshops at the shop and weekly IG lives most Mondays at 6pm.
Feel into Fashion was founded by fashion stylist April Elizabeth, whose goal is to help women ignore the fast trends and rediscover their unique style. April strives to help women, especially mamas, rediscover their inner icon - the self who's ready to throw caution to the wind and make space for a wardrobe that actually feels like their own so they can feel fabulous in their own skin.
April wants to help you find your groove again. If you're lost in the noise, struggling with self-doubt, or wresting with body image, April's here to help. Life isn't about squeezing ourselves into someone else's idea of "beautiful," it's about rocking our own vibe.
Come visit April Elizabeth at Franklin Street Collaborative!
Update: Parade entries extended to Friday, April 11th.
Applications are now open for groups who wish to be a part of Downtown Campbell's annual Bunnies and Bonnets Parade! This year's parade will be held on Saturday, April 19th. We will be accepting applications through Friday, April 11th.
This annual parade is always a very big afternoon in Downtown Campbell so besides being a lot of fun to participate in, it's great exposure for your group. Space in the parade is limited so if you want your group to be in the parade, please get your applications in as early as possible.
We're looking forward to seeing you in our parade!
The Summer Preview Activity Guide IS HERE!
Get ready for an unforgettable summer! 
Registration for summer camps, swim lessons, and pre-school opens at 9AM on March 11th for Campbell residents and 9AM on March 12th for everyone!
www.campbellca.gov/activityguide
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The City of Campbell is teaming up with American Ramp Company (ARC) to revamp the Campbell Skatepark, and we want your input! This is your chance to shape the future of your local skatepark by sharing the obstacles and features you’d like to see in the design.
The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete. Don’t miss this opportunity to make your voice heard! Submit your feedback by Saturday, March 8th.
I don't know who needs to hear this, but downtowns like this one all across America run on the backs of women. A lot of people have absolutely no idea how critical women are to the local small business community and in creating the small town cultures we celebrate as if they just happened on their own.
In many downtowns like this one, businesses owned or managed by women are in the majority. Dig deeper you'll find that most of the people who run and serve on committees to produce the uniquely local activities and celebrations that you cherish are women.
When you support small businesses, chances are you're supporting the efforts of a woman who's bucking the odds. When you support women, you are supporting the culture that makes a place the place you know.
It doesn't matter how you choose to do it. Now, more than ever... stand behind women.
The National Trust for Historic Preservation has begun a significant restoration project at Cooper-Molera Adobe at 506 Munras Avenue in Downtown Old Monterey. Work is focused on preserving the site's historic structures and ensuring their longevity for future generations.
The museum, gardens, Alta Bakery & Cafe, and Cella Restaurant will remain open throughout the process. The second floor of the museum will be closed to protect and store the Cooper-Molera Adobe collection and archival materials.
The project is expected to end by June 30, 2025, with work carefully planned to minimize disruptions to visitors. You can view updates on Cooper Molera's Instagram page.
The project, funded in part by a 2022 National Park Services Save America's Treasures grant, includes the restoration of the Cooper Adobe museum (1827) and limited restoration work on the Diaz Adobe (1829).
The most critical element of the project is the restoration of the cantilevered wood balcony that wraps around the east and south sides of the Cooper Adobe. Other key efforts include exterior adobe plaster repair; decking restoration and replacement; repairs to windows, shutters, doors, and decorative trim; and drainage issues.
Unfortunately, delays in the project, coupled with the rising costs of goods and labor, have forced the organization to postpone a much-needed roof replacement. They are actively seeking funding for that critical work to ensure the long-term preservation of the building. For more information, please contact Executive Director Karyn Lee-Garcia.
Photo credit: Angela DeCenzo
Spa on the Plaza, located at 201 Alvarado Street, is offering spring specials, now through mid-April 2025, including a Relaxed and Refreshed Massage (60 min., $160) and a Dewy Glow Facial (60 min., $160). To learn more and make an appointment, please phone us at 831-647-9000.
Relaxed and Refreshed Massage
$160 for 60 minutes
Relax your body and mind with the healing essence of lavender. Enjoy a 60 minute massage followed by a stimulating eucalyptus foot treatment.
Dewy Glow Facial
$160 for 60 minutes
Refresh and replenish your skin with a blend of healing botanicals, including a hydrating eye treatment.
Did you know that East Village Cafe brews our own chai from scratch? Our homemade chai is brewed with Assam tea, cinnamon, cardamom, star anise, cloves, and fresh ginger. There are no artificial syrups or preservatives, just real spices and tea. Come sip the difference at 498 Washington Street in Downtown Old Monterey.
Our chai can be served with oat milk or dairy milk on request.
Luminata Books and Gifts, located at 631 Cass Street in Downtown Old Monterey, welcomes our newest reader, Ursula. She's available Sundays, 12pm-5pm, by appointment only - please call us at 831-333-1110.
Ursula harnesses the wisdom of astrology with an intuitive gift for deciphering symbols and synchronicities as a tarot reader to illuminate the paths of her clients with transformative predictive readings. Ursula's profound insights delve deep into the core complexities of love, life, and financial abundance to arrive at self-empowering solutions.
Luminata Books and Gifts is open Tuesday - Friday, 10:30am-6:30pm; Saturday, 11am-6:30pm; and Sunday, 12pm-5pm.
The very talented tattoo artist Krystal Kaia of Seattle, WA will be at Wholehearted Tattoo March 14-23. Please DM Krystal to ask for a booking. Availability is limited.
Wholehearted Tattoo started with the idea that tattooers should put their whole hearts into what they do. From the first interaction, we strive to create a positive experience where our clients can feel safe and relaxed. Here at Wholehearted we embrace each client's idea and are driven to do the best work possible every time we pick up our machines.
Wholehearted Tattoo is located at 140 W Franklin St, Ste 205 in Downtown Old Monterey
Dates are now in stock at International Market and Deli! We have a wide variety of dates in the store, including medjool, deglet noor, sukkary, and khudri. Not sure which kind you like best? We have some available for sampling - just ask at the counter. Visit us at 580 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.
Not only are dates a delicious and healthy sweet snack, they're important during Ramadan, when Muslims around the world traditionally break our fast at sunset by eating dates before beginning the evening meal of iftar.
All this week, Cypress Boutique is dropping fresh arrivals! The Carhartt pictured here is just the beginning - we’ve got other amazing styles from top brands you won’t want to miss and some fantastic vintage and gently used trucker caps.
Stop by and check out all the latest fashion for men and women before it's gone. We're located at 800 Lighthouse Avenue, Suite C in Monterey.
The Perfect Crumb Bakery is open until 8pm on Friday and Saturday nights! Stop by after dinner and pick up dessert, or have a seat and enjoy a treat and a hot drink.
We always have a regular selection of delicious, fresh-baked goodies in addition to a nightly special like these luscious cinnamon rolls...or brownies....or whatever else inspires us.
The Perfect Crumb Bakery is located at 301 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey. We're open Wed & Thu, 7:30am-5:30pm, and Fri & Sat, 7:30am-8pm.
There are still spots available for Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Monterey's Bullyproof Summer Camp, July 7-11, 9am-12pm. $395 per child. Register today. All skill levels are welcome.
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is located at 800 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.
This summer camp is perfect for kids ages 6-12 who are new to martial arts. It’s a great way to learn essential self defense and life skills.
The camp provides a safe, supportive community and offers an atmosphere to try new things and foster friendships, teaching self-defense, building life skills, and having fun. Learn more here.
