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Youth Arts Collective invites you to visit our 2024 Pop-Up Valentine’s Show made with love by YACsters and mentors.

The exhibit is on display in the YAC gallery at 472 Calle Principal in Downtown Old Monterey, 3pm-7pm weekdays and 12pm-4pm Saturdays, and online here. It’s a fun show and a perfect place to buy an original art piece at a reasonable price.

YAC is a nonprofit, after school art studio and mentorship program for high school and college artists. The mission is to inspire creativity, kindness, and confidence in youth through artistic expression and mutual respect. "Do art. Be kind."

Nacho Bizness fans! You know what time it is. Be prepared for The Big Game and order a party pack from Nacho Bizness. Just send us a message via Instagram or via Facebook.

Each pack includes our house made queso, your choice of carne asada or chicken, pico de gallo, jalapeños, lime crema, and Taco Works chips.

3 packages available:
First Down, 4-6 people: $48
Field Goal, 8-10 people: $95
Touchdown, 8-10 people plus guac & beans: $115

You can also add the following items to your order:
1 quart mac & cheese: $12
1 pint fresh guac: $10
1 quart jalapeno cheddar queso or pepper jack queso: $12

Nacho Bizness, home of legendarily delicious nachos, is located at 470 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey.

Just in time for Valentine's Day, Parker-Lusseau Pastries and Cafe at 539 Hartnell Street in Downtown Old Monterey has delicious, heart-shaped chocolate boxes filled with assorted chocolate truffles.

Our chocolate hearts, all made in-house, are available in two sizes: small (3 truffles) and large (6 truffles). They're a beautiful, classic way to say, “Je t’aime."

Spa on the Plaza, located at 201 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey, is offering Valentine's Day specials throughout the month of February. To make an appointment, please phone us at 831-647-9000.

Valentine's Day Specials

Cupid's Couple Package
$320 for 80 minutes
Indulge in the ultimate Valentine's treat. Immerse yourself in a blissful couple's tub while sipping on chilled champagne. Then pamper yourself with a couple's 50-minute aromatherapy massage. It's the perfect way to celebrate love and relaxation together.

Bubbly Me Package
$175 for 90 minutes
Treat yourself to our exclusive solo spa package. Immerse yourself in a blissful tub and sip on champagne as you indulge in much-needed me time. Then pamper your skin with an invigorating bubbly Image Skincare oxygen facial.

Artisan Chocolate at Lilify

Posted on January 31st, 2024 by Lilify

Do you have a chocolate lover in your life? Lilify is pleased to have a wonderful selection of artisan chocolate by Sama Delights, Tiny House of Chocolate Artisans, Deux Cranes, Twenty-Four Blackbirds, and Mast.

The shop carries everything from chocolate bars to chocolate covered espresso beans to boxes of handmade chocolates, any of which would make lovely Valentine's gifts. View the selection online, and stop by Lilify at 281 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

International Market and Deli carries Vimto soda and Vimto cordial! This fruity drink, which contains blackcurrant juice, pear juice, and herbs, was first produced in England in 1908.

Vimto is now popular around the world, and has been enjoyed by generations of families around the Iftar table at Ramadan. Visit International Market and Deli at 580 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey and try it!

Last chance to register for the Valentine Fun Run! We are so excited to have exceeded the expected 600 runners and so we have increased our max! Limited spots left!

Please note 5K/10K registrations after 6pm on January 29th will not include a medal. For Race shirts, while they will be available, sizes are not guaranteed.

MUST PRE-REGISTER WWW.CAMPBELLCA.GOV/TEENS

Join us for an empowering and uplifting Teen Wellness Day event hosted by the Campbell Youth Commission on March 2nd from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm! This incredible event is designed exclusively for teens, providing a dynamic platform to focus on physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Best of all, it's absolutely free!

Get ready for a day filled with exciting activities and resources to nourish your mind, body, and soul. Indulge in delicious free food, explore the weight room, and showcase your basketball skills in our open gym. For those looking to express their creativity, don't miss the bracelet-making station where you can design your own unique accessories.

Unwind and connect with furry friends during our Dog Therapy session, presented by the Love on a Leash organization. Our canine companions are sure to bring joy and comfort to your day.

Gain valuable insights and support from informational booths featuring organizations like LGBTQ Youth Space, Sea Salt Therapy, and the National Alliance on Mental Illness. These booths provide a wealth of knowledge and resources to help you navigate various aspects of your well-being.

As if that wasn't enough, Teen Wellness Day also offers an exciting raffle with fabulous prizes up for grabs. Don't miss the chance to win some fantastic goodies!

Venture Gallery presents the ceramics of Sachiko Yokota, our featured local artist for February.

In her latest exhibit, Enso in Zen, Yokota focuses on the circular form (enso). Born out of the Japanese minimalist aesthetic, the enso symbolizes absolute enlightenment, strength, elegance, the universe, and the void. Here you'll find enso expressed in ceramic works such as ikebana containers, incense stands, and tableware.

Venture Gallery is open 10am-6pm daily. Sachiko Yokota's artwork will be featured through February 2024. Venture Gallery is located at 260 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey. Visit our website to shop online for work by our local artists.

Carpets and Floors, Inc. is thrilled to unveil our new Area Rug Gallery, where you can immerse yourself in the artistry of hand-knotted rugs from various regions around the world, at our locally-owned showroom at 471 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

From luxurious silk to the finest wool, our fiber options are endless! Each rug is an intricately handcrafted masterpiece, rich with tradition and design. We invite you to explore the exquisite textures and patterns available.

The collection is fully customizable in shape, size, color and fiber, ensuring endless possibilities to complement your unique style.

Women, join Monterey Core Fitness on Mondays, 6pm-7pm to learn the art of burlesque dancing at our Burlesque Empower Hour Class taught by Harmony (a.k.a. Belle Delight). Fee is $30 - please register online per class, or become a member for access to more classes and gym access.

This class is designed for all abilities and experience levels because burlesque is for everyone! You'll be led through a warm up, taught techniques of burlesque, and learn some sassy and empowering choreography (fun and sexy props included).

Ladies, this is a great way to try something new while being surrounded by an incredible and encouraging group of women. Our aim is for you to leave feeling confident and empowered.

Monterey Core Fitness is located at 191 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

Now through February 29, save big on bike service at Epicenter Cycling in Monterey. Having your bike regularly serviced by a professional mechanic is the best way to keep your ride in tip-top shape and performing at its best.

Get $100 off a top-level service package or $50 off a mid-level service package. Added to one of those packages, you can get $20 off a hydraulic brake service, $50 off a full fork or shock service, or $20 off a routine fork or shock service (fork and shock service is recommended for mountain bikes).

Our top-tier service package (recommended every 100+ hours of riding) gets your bike cleaned, aligned, fresh cables and housing, and a new bearing system.

Our mid-level service package (recommended every 50+ hours of riding) gets everything on your bike cleaned, aligned, and adjusted.

Epicenter Cycling is located at 230 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey. Please call us at 831-920-1804 for more information. We're open daily, 10am-6pm.

Calling all teens ready to kick-start their careers! Join us at the Teen Job Fair on March 9th from 10am-12pm – where opportunities meet ambition.

Employers, this is your chance to connect with the next generation of talent! Sign up now to be part of this empowering event. Let's shape futures together! RSVP at by February 16th. Spaces are limited.

UPDATE: Applications are now open!

Downtown Campbell's annual Bunnies and Bonnets Parade will be held this year on March 30th. We'll begin taking applications to be in the parade starting on February 1st and will continue to accept applications until February 29th.

This annual parade is always a very big afternoon in Downtown Campbell so besides being a lot of fun to participate in, it's great exposure for your group. Space in the parade is limited so if you want your group to be in the parade, please get your applications in as early as possible.

Check back on February 1st or later to submit your application to be in the 2024 parade. We're looking forward to seeing you in our parade!

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REGISTER BY MONDAY, JANUARY 29TH TO SECURE YOUR 10K/5K RACE SHIRT AND MEDAL

Saturday, February 10th 9am

Strap on your running shoes and join the love train at Campbell’s 47th Annual Valentine Fun Run/Walk! Spread the love with your sweetheart, family, and friends in the 10K, 5K, or Kids’ Dash. Let’s kickstart Valentine’s weekend with a hearty run/walk! All 10K and 5K race participants must register by January 29th to secure their race day shirt and medal.

Volunteers Needed

Posted on January 24th, 2024 by Campbell Park

Do you enjoy giving back to your community and having a blast while doing it? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are thrilled to announce that our Annual Valentine Fun Run/Walk is just around the corner, and we are in great need of enthusiastic volunteers like you to make this event a huge success. Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or new to community service, there's a role for everyone.

There are two opportunities to choose from! Volunteer for one or both!

Friday, Feb 9th 3:15-5:30pm OR 5:15-7:15pm at Sports Basement for Packet Pickup

Saturday, Feb 10th 8:15am-11:45am at Campbell Park for the Fun Run

Must be 13 years or accompanied by a guardian to participate. All volunteers must complete a volunteer application which can be found here.

Questions, contact Lauren Council at laurenc@campbellca.gov or 408-866-2740.

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