Welcome to Lighthouse District in the News, an occasional post featuring recent news articles on Monterey's Lighthouse District. Please click the links below to read the full articles.
Lighthouse Project Before City Council, Again
by Larry Parsons
Monterey Herald, 08/15/14
Paper Wing's 'Salome' Takes a Hard Look at Desire
by Lee Ann Ritscher
Monterey Herald, 08/13/14
The Museum of Monterey is pleased to offer free admission in August 2014! Visit us at 5 Custom House Plaza and see what's happening. We have the re-opening of the Allen Knight Room, the latest Year of Fishing exhibit on Boat Builders, the Etched in Monterey display, the expansion of our Italian/Sicilian heritage wall, and a fascinating permanent collection of art and artifacts documenting the history and culture of the Monterey Peninsula.
Oya Salon in Monterey invites you to experience our new and improved Nail Lounge, complete with built-in massaging pedicure throne. Our artistic manicurist, Jennifer, is taking appointments Tuesday - Saturday, 9am-5pm.
Jennifer is a Monterey Bay native and graduate of Marinello’s School of Beauty who is naturally talented at nails - everything from hand painted designs to embellishments. Her creativity and art is unique, so much so that Jennifer almost never does the same nail art twice, giving her clients a one-of-a-kind look every time.
Manicure -$40
Polish Change -$20
Pedicure -$50
Shellac Gel Manicure -$50
Shellac Gel Pedicure -$60
To book an appointment with Jennifer, please call Oya Salon at 831-656-0570.
Pamir Rugs and Kilims presents our 21st Anniversary Sale! August 15 through October 15, 2014, we're offering 25-50% off all new and antique handmade rugs and kilims and 20% off our rug cleaning and repair services.
Pamir Rugs & Kilims, located at 237 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey, specializes in handmade Oriental rugs from around the world. Our interior designers, with over 20 years of experience, are happy to help you pick the best quality rug for your home. For more information, please phone us at 831-647-9965.
Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion
Monterey Classic Car Week Kick-Off
The heart of historic downtown Monterey will be transformed into an outdoor motorsports museum when historic race cars line Alvarado Street between 5 and 7 p.m. on Friday, August 8 when Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca kicks off the 2014 Monterey Classic Car Week activities.
The race car show lines the street allowing visitors the chance to freely walk among the race cars, take pictures beside them and ask questions of their owners. This event marks the start of an exhilarating week on the central coast and allows visitors to gain an up-close look at the weekend’s biggest automotive stars. In addition to its motorsports attractions, the race car show will also feature raffle prizes, music and driver interviews.
With the support of the Old Monterey Business Association, the show features a select group of classic race cars that will participate in the week’s cornerstone event, the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. Under police escort, this band of historic race cars will travel from the race track, down Highway 68 and finish their journey in beautiful Old Monterey where they will be on display for the downtown community.
This year’s race car show will feature a diverse lineup of race cars, such as a 1956 Lotus Eleven, 1965 Alfa Romeo GTA, 1968 Bizzarrini Strada and a 1963 Corvette Stingray.
For race participants it is an opportunity to showcase their cars to the community in a festive environment filled with families. Cibo Ristorante Italiano (www.cibo.com) located at 301 Alvarado is a generous supporter of the event. Cibo is hosting a driver reception that will be open to the public at 5 p.m. with complimentary appetizers until 7 p.m. and live jazz music beginning at 5:30.
We hope to see you there!
Campbell Historical Museum & Ainsley House is pleased to announce that photographer Charlie Gibson is the winner of the Spirit of Campbell contest, gaining the visitor vote for the photograph that best represents the Spirit of Campbell in our current exhibit of historical Campbell photographs at Ainsley House.
We invite you to come and see Charlie's photo alongside a select collection of historical photographs of Campbell now through mid-October. Tours of Ainsley House and the exhibit are offered Thursday-Sunday, 12pm-4pm. The last tour of the day departs from the Carriage House at 3:15pm.
Hellam's Tobacco Shop is giving away an Alec Bradley limited edition triple-flame torch lighter (valued at $49.95) with a minimum purchase of $100 of Alec Bradley cigars at our store.
As of July 19, 2014, we only have ten lighters remaining - get 'em while they last! There's no better time to buy something special for the cigar lover in your life. Visit us at 423 Alvarado Street in Monterey.
Welcome to Lighthouse District in the News, an occasional post featuring recent news articles on Monterey's Lighthouse District. Please click the links below to read the full articles.
Lighthouse Avenue Buildings Come Down
by Phillip Molnar
Monterey Herald, 07/14/14
Monterey Tobacco Sign Likely About 88 Years Old [Carbone's]
by Phillip Molnar
Monterey Herald, 07/18/14
Knock Down, Drag Out: Developer Carl Outzen's Lighthouse Avenue Project Can't Get Any Love from the Neighborhood
by David Schmalz
Monterey County Weekly, 07/17/14
West End Celebration Adds Eco-Fashion Show [Cat's Meow]
by Kathryn McKenzie
Monterey Herald, 06/05/14
An alternative to waxing, threading offers great results with less skin irritation. This ancient Middle Eastern technique of hair removal creates a defined brow line and silky smooth hairless skin.
Oya Salon is now offering 10% off threading services until August 15, 2014. Call today to book your appointment, 831-656-0570.
Did you know you can hold your child's birthday party at Monterey County Youth Museum?
MY Museum sets the stage for creating a great birthday party for your child at competitive prices. Not only will your guests enjoy the Museum's seven galleries, we also offer three different birthday party packages with help from a staff known for creating memorable experiences. You bring the cake and we’ll help with the rest.
Standard Party Package - 15 children per room
Includes 2 hours of playtime for party guests, 15 goody bags, 15 party crowns, and exclusive use of the Party Room.
Members: $175 or $300 for two rooms
Non-members: $200 or $325 for two rooms
Private Party Package - up to 75 guests
Have the whole museum to yourself and your favorite friends. This package includes 2 hours of exclusive use of the museum and party rooms, a decorated gift table, and all guests receive a special 10% discount at the MY Gift Cart.
Members: $375
Non-members: $425 (includes a complimentary membership)
Slumber Party Package - 1 adult for every 5 guests required
You'll get an all night exclusive sleepover in the Museum starting at 7pm, including 2 Sleepover staff members, goody bags, activities and games, light evening snack, and light breakfast.
Members: $35 per person
Non-members: $40 per person
Angie would like to introduce to you her newest women's jacket, available now at Angie's Boutique at 315 Calle Principal. This soft, stylish, semi-fitted quilted jacket has zippers, zippers, zippers! It's perfect for an evening out, a day at the office, or to wear casually with a pair of jeans. Available in black and cream.
Ocean Sushi Deli has had a busy summer! In July, we helped cater the 100th year birthday celebration of George Tanimura (of Tanimura & Antle). The epic event, with 600 guests, included a fireworks display, taiko drummers from San Jose, and even sky jumpers!
On August 13, we'll be serving sushi for the unofficial kick-off party of the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance and its 2,500 guests. There's never a dull moment!
If you're looking for a caterer and delicious Japanese fare, please give us a call at 831-645-9876. We'll be happy to speak with you.
Welcome to Lighthouse District in the News, an occasional post featuring recent news articles on Monterey's Lighthouse District. Please click the link below to read the full article.
CSUMB Alum Wants to Organize A Scholastic Skateboard League - If Peninsula Schools Are Ready for It
by Josh Marcus
Monterey County Weekly, 07/10/14
This year marks the twentieth anniversary of the Ainsley House's annual winter holiday celebrations. For the past twenty years, organizations and businesses have partnered with museum staff and volunteers to decorate the historic Ainsley House. We invite you to help us celebrate the holidays and our anniversary by decorating an Ainsley House room in a theme inspired by the 1920s and 30s.
Visit www.CityofCampbell.com/Museum for decorating information and guidelines, decorator registration form, and some ideas from the 1920s and 1930s to serve as inspiration.
The New Monterey Business Association and Green Chalk Contemporary present Big Splash!
In July and August, businesses up and down Lighthouse Avenue in New Monterey will present aquatic-themed activities and specials just for you. We'll have art exhibitions, outdoor films, talks about aquatic life and the ocean shore, great sales, and more!
Dip your toes in the water and have fun with us this summer at the Lighthouse District. To view a complete list of events, please click here.
The Downtown Campbell Business Association is partnering with Second Harvest Food Bank for a Campbell Cares Food Drive! July 12-31, 2014, the following businesses will have canned food donation barrels in-store and will be offering a special discount or promotion with the donation of two or more canned food items.
Participating businesses: Bombshell Boutique, Frost Cupcake Factory, Palazzi Slaon, Simply Smashing Boutique, Tessora's Barra di Vino, The Olive Bar, The Socialight, Tiny Tots Baby Boutique, and Urban Girl.
The Monterey County Fire Prevention Officers Association, together with the Monterey County Fire Chiefs Association, has issued a warning to alert business owners of a scam that includes mailed invoices from a fake fire inspection company.
At least one business in Monterey County was mailed an invoice this month from “RMZ Fire Safety” claiming payment $413.11 was due for fire inspection services that never occurred. RMZ Fire Safety’s mailing address on the invoice is in Walnut Creek, California.
The recipient reviewed the invoice and knew they had never received services from RMZ Fire Safety. Fortunately, the recipient had already been working with a local, licensed fire protection contractor, who informed them the invoice may be part of a scam. The local fire agency was called and notified of the false invoice.
The Monterey County Sheriff and District Attorney’s office have also been notified about the matter.
To avoid becoming victims of false-invoice scams, business owners should carefully review invoices before paying them to ensure the services have been received.
If anyone believes they have received a false invoice for fire inspection services, they can contact their local fire department’s fire prevention bureau, 831-596-4716.
The Lighthouse District's own Cat's Meow is playing a role in the West End Celebration's Imagine. Recreate. Fashion. Show and UpCycle Contest, and would like to announce a call for fashion designers!
The West End Celebration has long been known for art of every genre. This year, it will feature a spectacular fashion show entitled Imagine. Recreate. Fashion., focusing on sustainable fashion design, using pre-owned garments from Cat's Meow as the raw materials for expression.
The UpCycle Contest, taking place during the first half of the fashion show, will be an event at which each local contestant, selected from among a pool of applicants, will present fashions he or she has designed that are inspired by a specific Monterey peninsula artist using free materials from Cat's Meow. At the show, a panel of judges will select their favorites in each category, and the overall winner will be awarded one of twenty spots in the next Community Palette Annual Event.
If you are a fashion designer who would like to apply to participate, please click here for more information and to fill out the application form.
When It's A Girl Thing, a high end fine jewelry and accessories consignment boutique and winner of The Mercury News "Best in Silicon Valley" suddenly lost their lease, owner Cindy Sanders called on her friend and fellow boutique owner Deb Rohzen, purveyor of unique new apparel and adornments at Simply Smashing! in Downtown Campbell. The two seasoned boutique owners set about finding a solution to this conundrum...the result: It's A Girl Thing has popped up at Simply Smashing!
Cindy has brought the best of the best of her stunning wares to Simply Smashing - a boutique within a boutique, if you will! It's the best of both worlds: high end designer bags and baubles, and Simply Smashing style all under one roof. The Quintessential Boutique Experience just got brilliant, daaahling! Come and visit us at 241-B East Campbell Ave. in Downtown Campbell.
