Season's greetings! First Awakenings has recently refreshed our merchandise stand. We now have more fun images, new colors, and even little onesies for babies. (So cute!) Come in and shop while grabbing breakfast at the corner of David Ave and Lighthouse Ave in Monterey. These make great gifts.
Not all of Hula's Tiki drinks have alcohol! Just ask your server for a refreshing, alcohol-free mocktail. No judgment, no alcohol, and, oh my, they are tasty. Visit us at 622 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.
Looking for an ugly Christmas sweater to celebrate the season? Plato's Closet has them! Stop by the shop at 402 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey and check out our selection. They're so much fun.
Lilify has collected a lovely assortment of holiday ornaments including these breathtaking, hand-carved Oaxacan gourds that we discovered while adventuring in Mexico City. These and other beauties are only available in our store at 281 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey. Supplies are limited - don't miss out!
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 article.
A Wave of Mixologists Bring a Culinary Ethic to the Cocktail, and Are Changing the Nature of Mixology [Pearl Hour]
by Dave Faries
Monterey County Weekly, 12/01/22
Registration begins on Tuesday, December 6th for Campbell Residents and on Wednesday, December 7th for everyone! For more information and to register visit https://secure.rec1.com/CA/campbell-ca/catalog. To view our Winter/Spring 2023 Activity Guide, visit https://issuu.com/cityofcampbell/docs/winterspring_2023?fbclid=IwAR3R0dQ....
The Campbell Community Toy Program is an annual Campbell tradition of helping families in need share a more joyful holiday season. Many Downtown Campbell businesses will be hosting drop off barrels in their shops.
Please help by donating new unwrapped toys or games. You can also donate money or help the program in other ways.
Santa was ready to ring in the holidays in Downtown Campbell and so were all the ponies, the cute petting zoo animals, and everyone else as their most festive selves. Unfortunately, mother nature also weighed in with likely showers on Saturday afternoon so we made the difficult decision to reschedule the Carol of Lights for early next year as a winter themed fun festival.
The last time we did this was in 2000 when the 1999 Carol of Lights had to be called off due to bad weather and we had a Winter Wonderland in February event instead. That's what we're aiming for again and we'll announce all the details early next year after they've been worked out.
If you're still ready to celebrate the holiday season the Campbell way, please open your heart to the Campbell Community Toy Program and join in at the Making Spirits Bright Fundraiser at Darling-Fischer Memorial Chapel in Downtown Campbell.
The Campbell Community Toy Program has been helping local families in need for over 38 years. The program is a combined effort of many Community Partners who work in conjunction with the Campbell Union School District Grades K-8 to provide toys, games, books, and fun gifts for Christmas to children in families in need.
In addition, this year the Community Toy Program will again be working with the American Cancer Society to support local families with children or parents who are receiving treatment and may not be able to provide gifts on their own.
Donate or learn more about the Campbell Toy Program
The Making Spirits Bright Fundraiser is an adults-only mixer held annually in Campbell to raise money for the Campbell Community Toy Program. This year's fundraiser will be held at Darling Fischer Memorial Chapel in Downtown Campbell on December 8th from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. This year's event will also honor our very own Kelly Crowley who we lost in 1999 and was a driving force for charity and community in Downtown Campbell.
Whether you're looking to get to know the running trails in Monterey County, tackle your first ever mile, your first marathon, your first 50K, your fastest marathon, or any other running goal you've set for yourself this spring, Fleet Feet Monterey has a running program for you.
All programs are operated out of our store at 472 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey.
Winter Session of Trailblazers
Our popular trail running program is back. Come join us on an 8 week adventure beginning December 7, 2022.
Spring Marathon Program
This program is perfectly timed for the Big Sur International Marathon, but we can accommodate any spring marathoners. Begins January 7, 2023.
Make it a Mile
Our first ever beginner running program designed to take you from your current fitness level to a 1 mile run! This program will utilize the run / walk method. Begins January 18, 2023.
11 Miler / Spring Half Marathon Program
This program is a great option if you are signed up for the BSIM 11 Miler on April 30 or a Spring Half Marathon. Begins February 4, 2023.
5 Weeks to 5K for She is Beautiful
Tackle the 5K distance at one of the most popular 5Ks in our area - She Is Beautiful. Begins February 15, 2023.
In the month of December, Venture Gallery presents a group exhibit, Holidays in Full Color. Visitors will find beautiful 10x10 and 5x5 miniature canvas paintings - great sizes for holiday gifts!
Items in the gallery are well-priced, costing no more than $200 for a 10x10 and under $50 for a 5x5. And 100% of the sales from our 5x5 miniatures will go to a range of community services through the Monterey County Gives Campaign, which supports local nonprofit organizations.
Bring joy to a loved one and support the arts and local nonprofits by purchasing paintings, jewelry, wood, and glass creations handmade by local artists. Venture Gallery is open 10am-6pm daily (except Tuesday), and open Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve, 10am-2pm. We are located at 260 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey.
Jamba is having a holiday special on gift cards! November 15 through December 25, 2022, whenever you buy $25 in gift cards, receive a $5 Jamba Reward Card*. For your holidays sips and snacks, stop by Jamba at 398 Alvarado Street, Ste 106 in Downtown Old Monterey,
*Please note: The Jamba Reward Card can be used one time only, January 2 - February 13, 2023, and may only be redeemed if you have a Jamba Reward membership. It cannot be combined with any other offer, may only be used at participating locations, and is subject to terms and conditions - see Reward Card for details.
Did you know Mission 19 Taqueria does catering? We serve corporate events, Christmas parties, posadas, birthday parties, weddings, family events, and more. Please contact us for a quote, 831-717-4843.
Mission 19 Taqueria is located at 598 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.
The holidays are coming and Bulldog Sports Pub wants to celebrate with you! We are now accepting group reservations. Work, family, friends - if it's a celebration we would love to have you here!
Give us a call to book your holiday party reservations, 831-658-0686. The newly renovated Bulldog Sports Pub is located at 611 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.
From now through the end of 2022, Bamboo Reef Dive Shop is having a winter sale on scuba and freedive gear! Select items will be on sale for 10-15% off. We have BCDs, dive computers, spearguns, regs, fins, and wetsuits all priced at a steep discount. Visit the shop and find the gear that’s right for you at 614 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.
During this season of giving, Monterey Police Department is collecting food donations for Food Bank Monterey County, November 14 - December 21, 2022. The collection bin is located inside the lobby of the Monterey Police Department, located at 351 Madison Street, near the corner of Madison at Pacific streets in Downtown Old Monterey.
Stay longer and unwind in the heart of Monterey’s downtown historic district at the enchanting Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa. You’ll love our hacienda-style accommodations, full-service amenities, and romantic dining at the adjacent Esteban Restaurant, featuring Chef Mario Garcia's crave-worthy modern Spanish cuisine.
Now through January 31, 2023, when you book and stay 3 nights, receive 15% off any room type that includes a flexible cancel plan; book and stay 4 nights, and save 25% off any room type.
Casa Munras Garden Hotel and Spa is located at 700 Munras Avenue in Downtown Old Monterey.
Perfectly Pressed Juice welcomes back spiced apple cider to our menu. But it's returning for a limited time only, so come in soon and sample some of this delicious holiday cheer. We're located at 491 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey.
This Thanksgiving, Paris Bakery is offering a beautiful selection of pies - pumpkin, pecan, apple, blueberry, cherry, key lime, and lemon meringue - in addition to special themed cookies and a full assortment of fresh breads and baked goods.
Preorder your Thanksgiving delights by Sunday, Nov. 20 for pick-up on Wednesday, Nov. 23 - call us at 831-646-1620. A family-owned business, we're located at 271 Bonifacio Place in Downtown Old Monterey.
Parker-Lusseau Pastries is welcoming Thanksgiving pre-orders now through Saturday, November 19 for pick up on Wednesday, November 23, 8am-2pm at 731 Munras Avenue, Suite C in Monterey. Orders must be placed and prepaid in person or by phone at 831-643-0300 or 831-641-9188.
**Parker-Lusseau Fall Specials**
Pumpkin Apple Cinnamon Cake
apple cake topped with pumpkin creme brûlée and a cinnamon mousse
Caramel Pear Spice Cake
pears baked in a ginger spice cake topped with caramel mouse and a hint of ganache
Pear Quince Tart
pear and quince baked in frangipane and topped with streusel (two sizes: individual or large)
Pumpkin 'n' Cream
crispy cream puff shell with pumpkin creme brûlée and whipped cream (individual size only)
