Do you have books gathering dust on your bookshelf? Monterey Public Library Friends & Foundation (MPLFF) is seeking donations of gently used books, which they will then sell, all proceeds going to Monterey Public Library programs and events.

MPLFF now welcomes book donations in the following genres:
First edition or rare books
Adult fiction
Mystery
Biography / Memoir
Local interest
History
Children’s picture books

At this time, MPLFF is not accepting coffee table books, children’s nonfiction, teen, DVD, CD, self-help, textbooks, or any books that are musty or damaged.

When dropping off your gifts, please pack donations in disposable bags or boxes and bring them to the Library's basement door (off the rear parking lot) on Wednesdays, 1pm-3om. If that time doesn't work for you, please email MPLFF and a volunteer will arrange a convenient time to meet you.

PLEASE NOTE: Book donations can NOT be accepted by Library staff, at the book return, or at the loading dock.

Do you have books gathering dust on your bookshelf? Monterey Public Library Friends & Foundation (MPLFF) is seeking donations of gently used books, which they will then sell, all proceeds going to Monterey Public Library programs and events.

MPLFF now welcomes book donations in the following genres:
First edition or rare books
Adult fiction
Mystery
Biography / Memoir
Local interest
History
Children’s picture books

At this time, MPLFF is not accepting coffee table books, children’s nonfiction, teen, DVD, CD, self-help, textbooks, or any books that are musty or damaged.

When dropping off your gifts, please pack donations in disposable bags or boxes and bring them to the Library's basement door (off the rear parking lot) on Wednesdays, 1pm-3om. If that time doesn't work for you, please email MPLFF and a volunteer will arrange a convenient time to meet you.

PLEASE NOTE: Book donations can NOT be accepted by Library staff, at the book return, or at the loading dock.

Did you know that Revival Ice Cream can cater your next event? We’ve catered weddings, corporate events, birthdays, surprise parties, and more. We love sharing the Revival experience!

Revival lovingly crafts hand-made, small batch, organic ice cream, using locally harvested and sustainable ingredients and organic, California dairy. We also make plenty of dairy-free and gluten-free flavors, so our scoops can be enjoyed by even more people.

If you’re interested in hiring us for your next event, please contact us here. Revival Ice Cream is located at 463 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey.

Looking to add a little humor to your day? Franklin Street Collaborative now carries an assortment of very funny mugs handprinted in Akron, Ohio. Each 15 oz. mug is microwave and dishwasher safe, and is sublimated (printed) with high quality materials so the silliness won't fade with washing.

Stop by and check them out, along with a great selection of home decor at 201 W. Franklin Street in Downtown Old Monterey.

We al know that Turn 12 Bar and Grill has good food and a great bar. But did you know that they also serve milkshakes? Oh yes. Give your sweet tooth a treat at 400 Tyler Street in Downtown Old Monterey! There's a variety of milkshake flavors and toppings available.

We have new demo bikes at Work Horse Bicycles! If you want to try out an e-bike, we have Levo bikes by Specialized now in the shop. It costs $150 to try one out for 24 hours and if you like it so much you want to buy one, we’ll take the $150 off your purchase.

Work Horse Bicycles is independently owned and operated by local bike enthusiasts at 486 Washington Street in Downtown Old Monterey.

Old Capitol Books is having a big sale on vintage books throughout March 2024, offering hundreds of cool, funky, beautiful, and rare vintage books for $5 each or 3 for $10.

Located at 482 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey, Old Capitol Books is open Friday-Sunday, 12pm-6pm.

On March 5, America's Best Restaurants visited Namaste India Bistro in Monterey! The team at Namaste had a blast showing the America’s Best Restaurants roadshow crew around and letting them see firsthand the high standards at this local gem.

America's Best Restaurants travels the country visiting great restaurants on a weekly basis. Host Theo Williams said of Namaste, "I just had a delightful experience...a heavenly experience here at Namaste....The food here was absolutely delicious...so fresh, so flavorful."

Congratulations to Namaste India Bistro at 538 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey!

For a limited time, Hula's Island Grill is offering a double cocktail with your very own Hula's branded tiki mug for only $45. Come get yours while they're available! Pictured here is one of three new mugs.

Hula's opens at 12pm with the full menu. Happy hour is 4pm-5:30pm. We're located at 622 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

📅 It’s time to start planning out your child’s summer! ☀🌊 Registration is now OPEN for summer camps and swim lessons. 🎉 🎨 Let their creativity soar with music, cartoon drawing, pottery wheel and art camps! 🤖 Explore the world of STEM with Oceans and Robotics, coding and LEGO® Minecraft adventures! 🎙️ Hone essential life skills with swim lessons, cooking, public speaking, writing, debate, and finance camps! ⚽ Get active and make memories with one of our sports camps such as soccer, cheerleading, Quidditch, or fencing! Secure your child’s spot today and make this summer one to remember!

Registration for Summer Pre-School and for the 2024-2025 Pre-School is now open!

Summer Kindergarten Prep Ages 3 to 5.5, Must be 3 by start of activity

Mondays through Thursdays, 8:30am-11:30am

2024-2025 School Year

Tiny Tots Ages 3 to 4, Must be 3 by 12/31/2024

Mondays through Wednesdays, 9:15am-11:45am

Kinder Kids Ages 3 to 5.5, Must be 3 by 9/1/2024

Mondays through Wednesdays, 9:30am-12:30pm

Kindergarten Prep Ages 4 to 5.5, Must be 4 by 9/1/2024

Mondays through Thursdays, 8:30am-11:30am

Cypress Boutique introduces the Gracy Button Down Blouse. An effortlessly stylish choice for any occasion, its pin tuck detailing at the neck adds a unique flair while its loose fit gives off a chic, relaxed vibe. Made with 100% cotton, this blouse is both comfortable and fashionable. It's perfect for spring and summer!

Available in blue, white, and black at Cypress Boutique, 800 Lighthouse Avenue, Suite C in Monterey.

It is with great warmth and excitement that Hanni and Jesse, owners of Lilify, announce that Lilify will be closing and a talented new team, a local family, will be moving in at 281 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey, reimagining and reopening the space.

Before Lilify closes, they're having a big sale! The entire shop is now 25% off both in store and online. All sales are final. The online shop will close shortly and the brick and mortar will close following that.

The tables and displays that Jesse built for the shop are for sale, available only in store and first come, first serve, with no delivery, for $100 a piece, regardless of size, shape, or condition. (Please note that the 25% off does not apply and all sales are final.)

Please reach out to anyone that you have generously given a Lilify gift certificate to in hopes that they will redeem immediately. All gift certificates must be redeemed using the physical card or online code.

Please email Lilify with any questions.

A note from the owners:
On behalf of our family, the marvelous Lilify team, and the inspiring, innovative makers that we have had the privilege to showcase, we thank you. Fifteen years of steering Lilify has been an absolute honor.

Update, March 18, 2024: Lilify has closed. We'll post updates about the new retail store when it's ready to open!

The Coastal Roots Hospitality Group - including Montrio restaurant at 414 Calle Principal in Downtown Old Monterey - has designated Seneca Central Coast as the nonprofit recipient of its Pick It Up - Pay It Forward Program for March and April 2024.

What does this mean? When you order takeout food from Montrio, 10% of your order will automatically be donated to this nonprofit agency. (Please note: this offer does not apply to delivery orders.)

Since 1984, Seneca Central Coast has helped build and strengthen families through vital community services including foster care, adoption, relative caregiver support, children’s mental health and wraparound services, legal guardianship assistance, and parent and professional education.

Easter chocolates are now available at Parker-Lusseau Pastries and Cafe in Downtown Old Monterey. We make everything in-house and have a variety of designs including eggs, rabbits, chickens, fish, and ladybugs.

We hope to carry our delicious chocolates right up until Easter (March 31), but we can't make any promises, so don't wait! Stop by the shop at 539 Hartnell Street in Downtown Old Monterey and pick up yours soon.