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Help Paper Wing Fund Set Construction for "9 to 5"

Posted on March 12th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

Paper Wing Theatre Company's next production will be 9 to 5: The Musical, running April 12 - May 11. Being a small but mighty community theatre has its benefits, but competing for first run Broadway shows such as this one can be difficult and expensive. We are looking to pay for the cost of an extremely sophisticated and complex set design and execution, including mobile pieces and special effects we've never dreamed of before. You can help make these dreams a reality!

Paper Wing wants to raise $2,000 in 45 days. This will offset the cost of the stage design and build. It will also employ a local set artist and 2 local independent construction workers, bringing money raised directly back into our community. Please consider donating to our fundraising campaign on Indiegogo.com - we have some great gifts lined up to thank you for your contribution!

Kettlebell Classes at Prime

Posted on March 11th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

Prime, located in New Monterey, invites you to join our ongoing Kettlebell Classes taught by Kari Syme on Mondays and Wednesdays at 6pm. For more information and to register, please phone us at 831-324-4993.

Let Prime introduce you to kettlebells - cannon ball shaped iron weights with handles which have been used for strength training in Eastern Europe for centuries. The off-centered weight of the kettlebell fully engages your core and involves use of your body's strength, power, and endurance. Our aim is to strengthen the core and back muscles, increase dynamic flexibility, and greatly improve stability and agility.

March in the 2013 Bunnies & Bonnets Parade!

Posted on February 25th, 2013 by Downtown Campbell

The annual Bunnies and Bonnets Parade in Downtown Campbell is a family and community affair held on the day before Easter following the City of Campbell's annual Easter Egg Hunt. In past years, the parade has featured marching bands, baton dancers, classic cars, bagpipers, floats, dog clubs, and other assorted things of interest that make up the Campbell area community.

The parade is now approaching its 15th anniversary and we're seeking participants to help us make this year's parade the best one yet. If your group, club, or organization would like to march/participate in this year's parade on Saturday, March 30, 2013 at 12pm, please download the 2013 Parade Application Form and return it by Wednesday, March 13, 2013.

Participation is free for the general community and $50 for commercial floats. The parade will not be judged and no prizes will be awarded. This is all just for fun!

Applications Now Open for 2013 Film Student Scholarship

Posted on February 23rd, 2013 by Lighthouse District

Applications for the sixth annual Monterey County Film Commission's $2,000 scholarship for film students are now being accepted. Forms for the scholarship, now named the Director Emeritus Richard Tyler Scholarship Award, may be downloaded from MCFC's website. Deadline to submit applications is April 5, 2013.

The scholarship program was created to provide financial aid and incentive to students of film and beginning filmmakers who reside in Monterey County or are currently enrolled in a community college or university in the county. The fund was established as a permanent endowment with the Community Foundation for Monterey County. For additional information, please contact the film commission at 831-646-0910.

Valentine's on Lighthouse 2013

Posted on February 4th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

Celebrate Valentine's Day in the Lighthouse District! Whether you're single or part of a couple, love Valentine's Day or dread it, we've got something for everybody throughout the month of February.

Enjoy a romantic meal at one of our many fine dining establishments; pick up a thoughtful gift or a hot new outfit at one of our shops; meet your future sweetie at a singles party at one of our bars; or treat your current honey to a fun night out at one of our many events.

Please click here to see a complete list of Valentine's activities and specials.

Lighthouse District Photo in 831 Magazine

Posted on January 29th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

This quarter's edition of 831 Magazine features a nice photo of the Lighthouse District at night submitted by Sheldon Chang, the developer of LighthouseDistrict.net. You'll notice that the contents page (page 8) is a shot of Lighthouse Avenue taken from the north corner of Lighthouse and Drake, looking south. The slight distortion is created by the use of a fisheye lens on the camera.

Here's a link to the online edition of 831 Magazine and the page in question!

Lighthouse District in the News, 01/26/13

Posted on January 26th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

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.

Developer Eyes Lighthouse Avenue Parcels in Monterey for Mixed Use: Vinyl Revolution Only Tenant on Site Where Buildings in Disrepair
by Phillip Molnar
Monterey Herald, 01/26/13

'Last Five Years' Explores What Happens to a Marriage - Musically
by Kathryn Petruccelli
Monterey Herald, 01/23/13

Breast Cancer Group Helps Women Pay Rent (Oya Salon)
by Mary Schley
Carmel Pine Cone, pages 3A & 11A, 01/18/13

NMBA General Meeting on Wednesday at 9am

Posted on January 26th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

There will be a New Monterey Business Association General Membership Meeting on Wednesday, January 30, at 9am at Scholze Park Community Center (Dickman & Lighthouse).

Following the problems with roadwork this fall which greatly impacted businesses, MST has offered to collaborate with the NMBA to advertise the Lighthouse District. At this meeting, we'll talk about the promotional campaign - create a theme and start planning the advertising campaign. We hope to form a Promotional Committee at the meeting to work further with MST on the project.

Please join with fellow business owners, city representatives, and MST at the meeting. Your input is vital! For more information, please phone Rick Johnson at 831-655-8070.

Kaleido Lamps Valentine Promotion 20% Off

Posted on January 25th, 2013 by Downtown Campbell

Kaleido Lamps Valentine's Promotion! Receive 20% off our beautiful lights. Get a heart shape light for your loved one. Let our lights represent your words to show him/her how important he/she is to you and your life. We would love to brighten your sweet day! Come and see us at 197 E Campbell Avenue in historic Downtown Campbell.

Sahara Sun Monthly Memberships Available

Posted on January 21st, 2013 by Lighthouse District

Sahara Sun now offers 3 monthly membership packages to fulfill your tanning needs.

Silver Package ($29.95 a month), includes use of all level 1 tanning beds

Gold Package ($39.95 a month) includes use of all level 1 tanning beds plus stand-up, high pressure Ultra Bronze, and high pressure Njoy Sportarredo

Diamond Package ($49.95 a month) is the ultimate package! It includes use of all level 1 tanning beds; stand-up, high pressure Ultra Bronze, and high pressure Njoy Sportarredo; and unlimited Mystic tanning. Mystic tanning is a UV-free sunless spray that adds beautiful, natural-looking color to your skin without sun exposure.

There is a one-time membership start-up fee of $20. For more information, please click here or phone us at 831-375-9584.

Need Packing Material? Come to Ma's Green Living!

Posted on January 21st, 2013 by Lighthouse District

If you need any packing material, stop by Ma's Green Living (801-A Lighthouse Avenue) and pick some up! We are a Zero Waste store so we always have packing material available from our shipments. Right now we have bubble wrap and earth-friendly packing peanuts, but sometimes we have boxes, too. Just come on in and check out what we have available.

We're located right next to UPS and Fed-Ex so you can hit us up on the way to mailing your packages!

Monterey Aquarium: Cooking for Solutions Tickets

Posted on January 21st, 2013 by Lighthouse District

Monterey Bay Aquarium invites you to join us for our 12th annual Cooking for Solutions weekend, May 17-19, 2013. It's three amazing days with something for everyone, featuring more than 70 chefs, 60 wineries, cooking demonstrations, discussions of sustainable food and coastal living, and more!

To see a complete schedule of events, please click here. Aquarium members may purchase tickets as of January 28. All others may purchase tickets beginning February 11. Please visit the Cooking for Solutions website for more information.

Current Comics: Avengers Super Sale!

Posted on January 7th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

Current Comics at 400 Lighthouse Avenue in New Monterey announces an Avengers Super Sale beginning January 8, 2013!

Specials include:
Avengers Vs. X-Men (regular covers) $1.50
AVX VS (regular covers) $1.50
Uncanny Avengers #1 (regular covers) $1.50

This sale is only good while supplies last, so come in soon to avoid disappointment! All items are subject to availability and all prices are subject to change without notice. Please note that holds, pre-orders, and pulls are not included in the sale. For more information, please phone Current Comics at 831-333-1085.

Cost of Paper Bags at Retail Shops Increases

Posted on January 4th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

The New Monterey Business Association would like to remind the Lighthouse District's businesses and customers that on January 1, 2013, in accordance with the plastic and paper bag ordinance passed by Monterey City Council, the cost of paper bags in all retail facilities increased from 10 cents per bag to 25 cents per bag. Plastic bags are still banned for retail use. Please be aware that this ordinance affects retail shops but not restaurants (and all that great take-out food).

Everyone is encouraged to bring your own reusable bags to retail shops. Let's all work together to reduce, reuse, and recycle! For more information on the ordinance, please click here. You can also view the City's 3-minute video overview of the ordinance.

Lighthouse District in the News, 12/14/12

Posted on December 14th, 2012 by Lighthouse District

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.

All About Artisan: Brand New Craft Boutique Lilify Delivers Design & Whimsy to New Monterey
by Rachel Center
Monterey County Weekly, 12/13/12

Music Is All Over the Map This Week, from The Growlers to Bob Weir (American Burger)
by Mac McDonald
Monterey Herald, 12/12/12

Road Construction on Lighthouse Tonight, 12/13

Posted on December 13th, 2012 by Lighthouse District

The City of Monterey will be re-striping Lighthouse Ave back to its original 4 lane configuration this evening (Thursday, December 13). Traffic coming out of the tunnel will be diverted to Foam St at 9pm. Lighthouse will open Friday morning by 6am, weather permitting. If rain delays this process, we will post an update as soon as we receive it.

Any questions should be directed to City Traffic Engineer, Rich Deal, at 831-646-3470.

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