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Come check out On The Beach's familiar bear logo, now reimagined in local high school colors!

On The Beach Surf Shop loves our backyard and the schools that make it what it is. Carmel, Monterey, Pacific Grove - we’ve watched the kids come through, grow up, and keep showing up. This new batch of sweatshirts and t-shirts in the shop is a quiet nod to all of it.

Come by and grab one to rep your school. On The Beach is located at 693 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

Cloud City Turns 4!

Posted on June 17th, 2025 by cloudcity

Four years ago, Cloud City Supply opened in the heart of downtown Campbell with the intention of connecting local patrons and curious onlookers through elevated cannabis experiences. One engineer’s leap of faith into entrepreneurship swiftly evolved into an initiative that would benefit the entire community. Today, Cloud City is a staple destination and a hub for community gatherings, cannabis education, and alternative wellness solutions. This month marks the store’s fourth year in business, three of which Mercury News readers have voted it the best CBD store in Silicon Valley— a huge honor that couldn’t have been made possible without you.

Founder story

Founder and CEO Amy Taylor is an innate problem solver. Her decision to open Cloud City came as a natural extension of her work in electrical and systems engineering. Amy’s love for cannabis through a midlife transition inspired her to share her knowledge in hopes of helping others going through similar situations. Thus, her passion project took a new form. The result? A warm and welcoming space for people to explore the wonders of cannabis as a natural wellness remedy at their own pace.

The Sunday ritual

If you’re local to downtown Campbell, then you know what a treat Sundays at Cloud City are. There are so many things to look forward to: the aroma of freshly brewed CBD coffee in the air, live music playing in the courtyard, followed by a DJ who picks up the tempo for an upbeat vibe; neighbors greeting each other, friends bonding over brunch, and parents enjoying a moment of serenity while their kids play worry-free. As if all of that wasn’t compelling enough for your Sunday morning routine, the energy inside the store itself is undeniable. The budtenders wear smiles on their faces and are all ears, ready to dive into a cannabis consultation that addresses your unique needs.

A trustworthy community resource

Over the past four years, these small moments and pockets of joy have become an essential component of Cloud City’s weekly wellness routine, which you’re invited to join. As a resource hub, one aspect the store values most about the relationship it has built with its local community is trust. Beyond offering the best CBD products on the market, Cloud City has become an inclusive gathering space where individuals can discover innovative wellness techniques, enjoy themselves safely and responsibly, and make new friends. The staff thrives on curating this intimate environment, holding the honor in high regard. Cloud City Supply is dedicated to providing the support you need to achieve a pain-free and stress-free lifestyle.

The trust conveyed by families who feel comfortable bringing their kids to events hosted by a cannabis store humbles Amy, who devotes the majority of her free time to community contribution. In...Read More

The Lighthouse District welcomes our newest restaurant, Lighthouse Bistro Global Cuisine! This cozy, casual dining spot at 570 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey (next to Fashion Trade) serves brunch, lunch, and dinner.

Open 7 days a week: Mon-Fri, 11am-9pm and Sat-Sun, 8am-9pm. View the menu online. Stop by Wednesdays and Thursdays for some great discounts!

Wednesday Wine Discounts

Every Wednesday, go unwind at the Bistro and enjoy 50% off a bottle of wine.

Thursday Locals' Discounts

Every Thursday, local residents receive 20% off lunch and dinner entrees.

Lighthouse District in the News, 06/15/25

Posted on June 15th, 2025 by lighthouseave

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 articles.

Found Treasure: 13 ‘Best’ New Restaurants in 13 Words Each [Oystertown]
by Mark C. Anderson
Edible Monterey Bay, 06/13/25

World Turns [Lighthouse Bistro Global Cuisine]
by Jacqueline Weixel
Monterey County NOW, 05/29/25

Investigators continue to search for the reason why Carl’s Jr. went up in flames
by Erik Chalhoub
Monterey County NOW, 06/05/25

Free Emergency Skills Training: Monterey CERT, Fall 2025

Posted on June 15th, 2025 by lighthouseave

The next free Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training program begins in Downtown Monterey on October 11, 2025.

Teens through older adults are encouraged to attend (those under 16 must be accompanied by an adult). Classes continue for 3 consecutive Saturdays, 8am-5pm. Anyone may enroll by sending an e-mail - you'll receive a confirmation with class details.

Topics Covered

You'll learn about emergency medicine, fire extinguishers, disaster preparedness, shutting off your utilities, rescue, communications when phones fail, and assessing a home or workplace after an earthquake or storm.

About CERT

The CERT program uses a FEMA curriculum to educate people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations.

Using the training learned in the classroom and during exercises, CERT members can assist their families and others in their neighborhood or workplace following an event when professional responders are not immediately available to help.

CERT also participates in searches for missing persons, serves as coastal spotters for persons swept out to sea, storm response, and other emergencies. Learn more about CERT.

Do you have unused guitars, amps, or pedals? Turn them into cash! Carmel Valley Guitars needs your consignment gear.

High demand means quick sales. Easy process, no upfront costs. Let's clear out your closet and get you paid. Stop by the shop at 623B Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey (across the street from Hula's). We're open Tuesday - Saturday, 10am-6pm.

Monterey Hostel, located at 7789 Hawthorne Street just steps from Lighthouse Avenue, is rolling out our 2025 Summer Specials to help travelers save on their next trip to the coast. Book directly on our website to enjoy these offers.

2025 Summer Specials

Coastal Explorer
10% off when you book 4+ nights

Weekly Wanderer
15% off when you book 7+ nights

Student Stays
$5 off per night with valid student ID & promo code STUDENT5

Last Minute Offer
Book within 24 hours of arrival & save 5% with promo code LASTMINUTE

Monterey Neighbors Discount
Locals from Monterey or PG can save up to 15% when booking 2+ nights for visiting friends & family. Just stop by or email us before booking with proof of residency.

Restrictions

Special offers must be booked directly at montereyhostel.com prior to arrival. Discounts can’t be added after booking, and offers may not be combined. Subject to change without notice.

About Monterey Hostel

We are operated by HostelingOn, a 501(c)3 nonprofit on a mission to preserve and promote the hostel movement. Hostels help connect people of all ages and cultures so they can experience and learn about local communities through travel, shared adventures, and sustainable tourism.

Select Sealy mattresses are on clearance now at Mattress Nation! Sealy just upgraded all their standard models, so last year's Sealy mattresses are on sale at clearance prices of up to 50% off.

This sale only runs while supplies last, so come in today to Mattress Nation at 296 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey and visit Salesperson Laura and her friendly pup, Hannah. The store is locally owned and the customer service is top-notch.

High Scores Arcade now has Super Chexx Pro Bubble Hockey available for play at 459 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey. This is some serious fun, people.

Monterey may not have an NHL team, but we can dare to dream. In the meantime, come on down and cheer for these tiny ice hockey players.

About High Scores

At High Scores Arcade, you pay a flat fee ($10/hour or $22/day) and you can play all the games in the arcade (including this one) as many times as you want. Beer and seltzer available for purchase onsite.

Open Mon-Thu, 12:30pm-10pm; Fri-Sat, 12:30pm-12am; Sun, 12:30pm-11pm. Space is limited, so every guest on the game floor must have a paid wristband.

Youth Arts Collective is holding a Pride and Resistance Pop-Up Show through June 30. View work by young local artists at our studio at 472 Calle Principal in Downtown Old Monterey. Open M-F, 3pm-7pm, and Sa, 12pm-4pm.

About the Show

YAC is proud to be an LGBTQ+ affirming space, providing a place for young artists to find, express, and celebrate their identities. This year, YAC wanted to create an opportunity for those young artists to not just express their identities but also express how they feel in today's political climate.

About Youth Arts Collective

YAC is a nonprofit, after school art studio and mentorship program for high school and college artists - brilliant and struggling, confident and fringe, multi-ethnic, multi-tempered, and over 30% financially challenged. The mission is to inspire creativity, kindness, and confidence in youth through artistic expression and mutual respect. "Do art. Be kind."

The Old Monterey Business Association and Old Monterey Foundation are seeking volunteers for our 4th of July Parade in Downtown Old Monterey!

Parade Details

This old fashioned community parade, with marching bands, dancers, giant balloons, and community groups is a wonderful Monterey tradition that draws thousands of locals and visitors of all ages for a morning of family-friendly fun.

Volunteer Details

Volunteers will serve 8am-12pm on Friday, July 4. As a volunteer, you may end up marching in the parade or placed along the route for crowd and parade control. Because of this, it is very important that you be able to walk a mile and stand for a few hours.

Interested? Fill out this short form and you'll be contacted by the Parade Volunteer Coordinator. If you have questions, please phone the OMBA office at 831-655-8070.

Happy Pride Month

Posted on June 10th, 2025 by Downtown Campbell

The opposite of hate is not love. It's curiosity. None of us are born fully aware. We become aware. It is never too late to put your assumptions aside and learn how the world feels to someone born and living under vastly different circumstances than yours.

I hesitate to say Happy Pride Month this year because the times do not feel celebratory. Given the recent passing of musician and local son, Sly Stone, it'd be appropriate to recognize the difficult moment by quoting from Sly and the Family Stone's canon of human diversity, "Everyday People."

"There is a blue one who can't accept the green one
For living with a fat one trying to be a skinny one
And different strokes for different folks...

We got to live together
I am no better and neither are you
We are the same whatever we do

You love me, you hate me, you know me and then
You can't figure out the bag I'm in
I am everyday people..."

It's an appropriate time to listen closely to that song. We are everyday people in the rainbow of all human outcomes.

Sheldon Chang, DowntownCampbell.com Online Editor

The 3rd Annual Historic Downtown Campbell Car Show is in the books and we are absolutely flattered and humbled by the positive comments we've been getting. There will be a wrap-up coming up in approximately one one week to show you photos from the show and announce the winners.

This show was an enormous amount of work and we would like to recognize the absolutely critical role volunteers played in its success. Around 100 people signed up to help us prepare for this event, produce it, run it, and clean-up after it.

WIthout our army of volunteers, this does not happen. If you were one of them, we hope you take a moment to read the positive comments we've been getting on social media. You were part of this and we thank you. There's no way this happens without your help and we hope you all return again in 2026.

If you want to be one of those people in 2026, make sure you've filled out our general Volunteer Registration Form where you can put your name down to help with all kinds of events organized by us (Downtown Campbell Business Association) year round.

Sea Lions on San Carlos Beach - June 2025

Posted on June 6th, 2025 by lighthouseave

A message from the City of Monterey about our local sea lions:

City of Monterey's Parks Division this week has temporarily closed San Carlos Beach, located at Cannery Row and Reeside Avenue. A colony of sea lions have arrived en masse to use the beach as a resting spot.

The City of Monterey is working closely with staff at the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. We will keep the public informed as to the beach's status.

We want residents and visitors to be safe while visiting the coastline, and remind you to enjoy and watch the sea lions from a distance of at least 150 feet. Sea lions are large and can be unpredictable and territorial.

Please remember, we humans are sharing this space with other species. Marine mammals, including sea lions, are protected under the Marine Mammal Protection Act. People who harass, feed, capture, or kill any marine mammal could face a hefty fine or even jail time.

- June 6, 2025

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As you may know, we're putting on a car show on Saturday, June 7th and since this is Downtown Campbell, you know it'll be more than just a car show! Even if you don't care for dazzling cars, it'll be a good time from 9am to 3:30pm.

We will also have...

  • 5 Bands: The Breaux Show, Drive, Chain of Fools, Wandering Acoustics, and the Greasy Razzles
  • Free Popcorn
  • Kids' Activities
  • Beer & Wine to Go
  • Free Photo Booth

Be on the lookout for "Filling Station" signs. That's where you can buy beer or wine in to-go cups that you can walk around with.

You can get drinks to go from:

  • 7 Stars Bar & Grill
  • Blue Line Pizza
  • Doppio Zero
  • El Guapo's
  • La Pizzeria
  • Naschmarkt Restaurant
  • One Fish Raw Bar
  • Sushi Confidential
  • Tessora's Wine Bar
  • Water Tower Kitchen

Also be on the lookout for specials. Visit our businesses to check out what they're doing.

  • Doppio Zero: Special Take-out Menu
  • La Pizzeria: Margherita Pizza + Soda $19 (+$3 for Beer)
  • One Fish Raw Bar: $10 Rose ( 5 oz) - $6 Modelo (12 oz)
  • Tessora's: Beer Frose & Micheladas
  • Water Tower Kitchen: Breakfast Burritos to go from 9am to 11am.
  • ADOR Boutique: Mini-pancakes and Sip and Shop.

Looking for adaptive classes and events for individuals of all abilities?

Campbell Recreation is excited to welcome back our adaptive classes and events this summer

🌟 Boundless Ballet: Adaptive Dance

Mondays, June 16 – July 21

Discover the joy of movement at Academy of Classical Ballet's Adaptive Dance Class! Designed for youth of all abilities, these inclusive classes provide a supportive environment where every dancer can thrive. Whether seated or standing, students will explore dance through gradual warm-ups, fun music, and creative movement. Our experienced instructors offer modifications to accommodate each dancer's needs.

  • Ages 5–7: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

  • Ages 8–15: 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM

🎟️ For more information and to Register online

💧 Adaptive Swim Lessons

Mondays, 2:30 PM – 3:15 PM

For youth and adults with special needs. Learn essential swim and water safety skills while building confidence, coordination, and flexibility in a supportive environment.

When registering, please share any helpful information so our instructors can best support you.

🎟️ For more information and to Register online

FREE! Adaptive Dis-Glow Dance

Wednesday, July 30 | 7:00–9:00 PM

Doors open at 6:45 PM

📍 Orchard City Banquet Hall, Campbell Community Center

1 West Campbell Avenue, Campbell, CA

Celebrate National Park and Recreation Month with an inclusive evening of music, dancing, and community connection!

Light refreshments provided. Participants...Read More

Registration for the 2025 Historic Downtown Campbell Car Show is now CLOSED. Regretfully, we can't take any more cars. We just don't have any more space available.

If you want to make a cameo appearance, you may be able to score a parallel parking space on Orchard City Dr. that will place you right outside of the show, but take note of the 2 hour parking limit there.

If you want to be among the first to know about the dates for our 2026 show, please send an email to carshow-list@downtowncampbell.com and we'll put you on our notification list.

Thank you to everyone who entered our show this year and we wish we had more space to take in all the entries we wanted. It was very difficult to turn down some of the entries we got this year.

It's going to be another amazing show and I hope you'll be able to come join us for a very fun day in Downtown Campbell.

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