We'll be holding the 18th Annual Bunnies and Bonnets Parade in Downtown Campbell this year on March 26th, 2016. Your group or organization can join in on the fun! Applications are now open for any family friendly themed group or float to be in this year's parade.

To apply, please see our online application form for this year's parade.

Apply Here: Bunnies and Bonnets Parade Application Form

Please note, all entries must be submitted by Friday, March 5th, 2016. Apply early. SPACE IS LIMITED. Your participation in the parade is subject to approval from the Downtown Campbell Business Association board and you will be notified of the status of your application by e-mail. 

For profit organizations will be subject to a $50 parade entrance fee that will be due upon acceptance into this year's parade.

Donations Appreciated

The Bunnies and Bonnets Parade is not a city funded event and relies largely on funds donated by people and businesses to continue operating year after year. If you enjoy the Bunnies and Bonnets Parade, please consider making a small donation to help the Downtown Campbell Business Association cover the costs of fees, services, and materials needed to produce the parade.

Every Monday night, 5pm until closing, Alvarado Street Brewery and Grill celebrates Service Industry Night! Locals working in the service industry get house draft beers for only $3.

Sal Aliotti is the owner of Lighthouse Lighting and Lamps, and if you’ve stopped by his store at 652 Lighthouse Avenue, it’s likely that you’ve met Sal and his two furry friends, Fifi and Jacques. While Sal is helping customers select a lamp from his showroom, handling lighting design orders, or restoring antique lamps and chandeliers, Jacques and Fifi sit behind the desk, happily watching all the activity. But what’s the story behind these two sweet dogs?

In 2004, Fifi and Jacques were found in the fields of Salinas, having roamed the countryside together for about a month without anyone to care for them. When they were brought by a good Samaritan to Salinas Animal Services, the little dogs were sick, dehydrated, dirty, skinny, and had no ID.

Sal’s daughter became attached to them as soon as she saw them at the shelter and she wanted to adopt them both immediately, but the dogs were so ill she had to wait until they could be nursed back to health. During that time, she and a friend went to visit them at the shelter almost every day. A month later, when Jacques and Fifi were finally well enough to leave the shelter, Sal’s daughter brought them home to her mom and dad.

At that time, Sal didn’t like dogs…and now he had not one, but two of them in his house! He was reluctant to allow them to stay. But he grew to love Fifi and Jacques; the dogs’ unconditional love touched him, and soon enough, he couldn’t imagine life without them. When Sal’s daughter got married years later and moved to Illinois, she said she was taking the dogs with her…but Sal said no. The dogs had to stay in Monterey with him and his wife.

Sal brings Jacques and Fifi to Lighthouse Lighting and Lamps every day. He says they get sad if they don’t come to work with him. You might see the three of them walking around the neighborhood during a break, or you can stop by the shop and meet all three of them in person.

Ma's Green Living is hosting a silent auction from Monday, January 25 through Saturday, January 30 to raise funds to help cover medical and living expenses for Phil Hellyer, a member of the Ma's family. We have some wonderful art pieces as well as crystals and jewelry - come on down during business hours and make a bid!

Phil Hellyer is the owner and sole employee of Phil's Auto Repair at the Defense Language Institute. He is also the stepdad of Nicole Martin (owner of Ma's Green Living) and the husband of Linda Hellyer (co-owner of Gypsea). On the morning of Tuesday, January 19, Phil suffered a major seizure. When he arrived at the hospital, doctors determined he had a brain mass that required surgery, which was conducted on January 21. Phil is now home and beginning the process of recovery.

Phil's Auto Repair is closed indefinitely, which puts a great financial strain on him and his wife, Linda, who is caring for him. With the loss of Phil’s income and the increasing medical expenses, meeting medical bills and day-to-day expenses is extremely daunting. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. If you would like to make a contribution online, Nicole Martin has set up a GoFundMe account here.

Fashion Trade is offering 30% off all sweaters and outerwear January 25-30 only. Stop by and see us, ladies!