In honor of the season, Paris Bakery now has Halloween cookies! You'll find pumpkins, ghosts, bats, and more. They're a delight for the young and young-at-heart. Visit us at 271 Bonifacio Place in Downtown Old Monterey.
Malinka European Mini Market is pleased to announce that we now carry delicious, award-winning German pates and sausages made by Schaller and Weber. Visit us at 484 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.
Malinka's selection of Schaller and Weber products includes weisswurst, weiners, gelbwurst, Braunschweiger liverwurst, teawurst, calves liver pate, chicken liver pate, pate with goose, pate with onions, and Schaller and Weber's very own Gold Medal pate, winner of its class at the International Exposition in Utrecht, Holland.
Young Ferdinand Schaller spent his early years working and honing his skills throughout Germany and the Alsace region, until he found himself apprenticing in Hamburg. From there he would set sail for America and meet Tony Weber, with whom he opened a butcher shop in New York City in 1937.
Today, Schaller & Weber remains a New York City institution with Ferdinand's grandson, Jeremy Schaller, at the helm. But while the times have changed, the techniques and craftsmanship remain the same, and the commitment to the recipes Ferdinand Schaller created has been globally recognized. In 2000, Schaller & Weber products entered 20 products in Welser Volksfest of Austria, and came home with 14 gold and six silver medals - a first for an American charcuterier.
Venture Gallery presents the paintings of Nancy Olaeta, our featured artist for October. Her exhibit is inspired by scenery around the Monterey Peninsula and Big Sur Coast.
Towering, majestic redwoods, fields of valley lupines, and our dramatic rocky coastlines teeming with coastal flora are among the scenes that have received Nancy's distinctive artistic interpretations in oils. We invite you to meet her on Saturday, October 7, 3pm-6pm at the gallery.
Venture Gallery is now open 10am-6pm six days a week and 2pm-6pm on Tuesdays. Nancy Olaeta's artwork will be featured through October 2023. Venture Gallery is located at 260 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey. Visit our website to shop online for work by our local artists.
Enjoy the fun and camaraderie of fellow runners laden in lederhosen and Oktoberfest spirit.
10K and 5K Registration - Pre-register by Monday, October 9th, 8:00am to receive your free race shirt and custom race medal.
Kids' Dash (250 yard) Registration - Pre-register by October 20th 11:00am to receive a medal and goodie bag
Packet Pick-Up: You can pick up your race shirt, race medal, and bib at the packet pick-up held at the Campbell Sports Basement in the Pruneyard Shopping Center on Friday, October 20, 4:00 to 7:00 pm.
The fun doesn't stop there. Celebrate your Oktoberfest weekend at the Downtown Campbell Oktoberfest Festival, Saturday & Sunday, October 21-22. There will be great food, music, dancing, artisans, KidZone, and more!
Detailed Race Information can be found at our webpage www.campbellca.gov/oktoberfest
It's game over for us in Downtown Campbell. This Saturday (9/30) will be our final day operating LVL UP Campbell. We'd like to extend our heartfelt thanks to our community for five amazing years and for making us the happiest place in Campbell for everyone!
The arcade/pinball machines are not for sale, we're hoping the next operator of the space will embrace the arcade/ bar & restaurant concept as well. Our upstairs neighbors, The Retro Fix II TURBO (upstairs) will continue to be open after we shut down. Catch our final Trivia Night on Wednesday (9/27) and visit us for a final toast on Saturday, thank you all so much!
The LVL UP Team
social@thelvlup.com
The Lighthouse District's annual Movie in the Park on Saturday, September 16, a screening of the surf classic "North Shore," drew a wonderful crowd of people of all ages and had a great community atmosphere. A fun time was had by all! See the photos here.
We want to thank everyone who joined us for a movie night under the stars and helped make it such a good time. Thanks also to our stalwart volunteers who set up and took down the equipment and the 13 businesses along Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey who chipped in to sponsor the event and keep it free for the community. Please stop by and thank them if you have a chance.
Originally posted at Cloud City Supply's website: Ask Amy: The Important Distinction You Need To Know Between Hemp & Marijuana
One of the biggest challenges in the ever-evolving world of cannabis is the confusion between the different subspecies. Hemp often gets a bad rap due to its association with the notorious reputation of marijuana. And that’s not to mention all the other compounds and extracts that stem from the estimated 700 strains of cannabis. Each has a distinct, intricate set of characteristics, uses, and legal implications. In this blog, we’re asking the owner of Cloud City Supply to elaborate on the important details you need to know about the difference between hemp and marijuana.
Hemp and marijuana both come from the cannabis plant. However, each is produced and used for its own purpose, independent of the other. The primary distinction is in their chemical composition, namely the levels of tetrahydrocannabinoil (THC). THC is the intoxicating compound that often precedes the plant’s overall reputation. Legally speaking, hemp is defined as a cannabis plant that contains less than 0.3% THC.
You can even tell the difference between hemp and marijuana plants just by looking at them. Hemp plants are tall and skinny and have fibrous stalks with fewer leaves. Comparatively, marijuana plants are shorter and bushier, featuring a broader array of leaves and flowering buds.
Hemp is mainly produced for industrial use due to its nutritious source of proteins and fatty acids. It is commonly found in textiles, paper products, bioplastics, and construction materials. The 0.3% THC limit exists to ensure these products and materials are non-psychoactive. Conversely, marijuana is specifically cultivated for its THC content which can range anywhere from 5% to 30% or more, classifying it as a potent, psychoactive drug used for recreational and medicinal purposes. Furthermore, CBD, another hemp-derived extract of the cannabis plant is famous in alternative medicine for its highly effective yet non-intoxicating therapeutic benefits, yet is still often confused with the notoriety of marijuana.
The psychoactive properties of marijuana have proven to successfully manage various medical conditions like chronic pain, anxiety, nausea, and sleep. However, to that effect, its relaxing and euphoric impact has also driven a complicated legal history that varies depending on location.
On a global scale, there is no one-size-fits-all answer to the legal status of hemp nor marijuana. Each...Read More
Out walking Fido along Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey? Lighthouse Books is a dog-friendly shop! Bring in your well-behaved mutt, we'll give them a little treat at the front desk, and you can browse through our extensive collection of used books together.
Lighthouse Books is a small, owner-operated business located at 600 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey (corner of Lighthouse and Hoffman). We're open Sun-Thu, 11am-7pm, and Fri-Sat, 11am-8pm.
Plato's Closet is now paying up to 50% cash for your gently used sneakers, boots, and more at our shop at 402 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.
The process is easy - just stop in anytime 10am-8pm Mon-Sat or 11am-5pm Sun, check in with one of our buyers, and we will inspect your shoes, determine a resale value, and you'll get paid up to 50% of that resale value. Payout will be determined by item demand and condition (i.e., payout will be more for items like new and in the box and lower if they are beat up or a less coveted style).
We particularly love Jordans, Dunks, AF1s, Airmax, Docs, and Yeezy.
Calling all golfers! InSight Eyewear offers Shamir Golf lenses. This is a Freeform lens designed to ensure that you experience your perfect golf game.
Unlike standard progressive lenses, the three vision zones in the lens are specifically tailored to the needs of golfers to maximize their viewing: the scorecard in your hand, the ball at your feet, and the green in the distance. (The secret is in the peripheral vision.) Shamir Golf provides sharp focus without distortion in these crucial areas.
Visit InSight Eyewear at 490 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey for more information.
Poppleton’s Interiors is offering 20% off all lighting, now through October 15, 2023. Shop our showroom to enhance your home with beautiful lamps, chandeliers, and more. Visit us at 299 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.
Please note: custom orders are not eligible for this sale discount.
Epicenter Cycling invites you to bring in your old bike helmet now through September 30, 2023, and we'll give you $20 off a brand new one here. Epicenter has a wide range of helmets to choose from. Visit us at 230 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey and mention the special code at the bottom of this page to receive your discount. (Limit one per customer; no cash value.)
When it comes to keeping your noggin safe, it's important to wear a helmet designed specifically for the type of cycling you enjoy. For example, mountain biking options range from half dome styles to full face for optimum protection; road cycling helmets boast an aerodynamic, well-ventilated design.
Helmets should be replaced every 3-5 years, or immediately after a crash (whether you see cracks in it or not). Proper fit and regular helmet maintenance are also key to your safety as well.
Bamboo Reef Dive Shop is hosting a swap meet on Saturday, October 7, 12pm-6pm, and we need your used scuba diving and freediving gear! All proceeds from sales at the swap meet will be donated to Maui United Way for fire and disaster relief.
All donations must be in good condition and be brought to the shop by Saturday, September 30. Have questions? Give us a call at 831-372-1685. Bamboo Reef Dive Shop is located at 614 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.
Nacho Bizness introduces the enchorito! It's the ultimate flavor fusion where burrito meets enchilada. Begin by choosing rice, beans, and/or pico de gallo, then select a cheese sauce, a protein, and toppings including enchilada sauce, lime cream, and queso fresco, plus any special add-ons like guacamole, mac and cheese, or extra meat.
Try it here at 470 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey! We're open Tue-Thu,11am-9pm; Fri-Sat 11am-10pm; and Sun, 11am-7pm.
Workhorse Bicycles has new logo hats and t-shirts available in fresh colors! (Vaguely disturbing latex horse head not included...we promise.) Show your pride in your locally owned bike shop. Visit us at 486 Washington Street in Downtown Old Monterey.
Oktoberfest has begun! Fieldwork Brewing Company in Monterey invites you to celebrate with us through October 3, 2023. Stop by and order our annual Oktoberfest Lager in a fancy, limited edition, half-liter Fieldwork stein for only $15....while supplies last... Prost!
Fieldwork Brewing Company's cozy outdoor beer garden is located at 560 Munras Avenue in Downtown Old Monterey.
Autumn is on the horizon, and Johnny Wicks Candle Studio invites you to embrace the cozy fall vibe with the ultimate treat: the best pumpkin spice candle in town!
Handcrafted with love in Monterey, these candles are made of all-natural soy wax, 100% cotton wicks, and fragrance oils free of phthalates and other hazardous stuff. Available now at Johnny Wicks Candle Studio, located at 499 Calle Principal in Downtown Old Monterey.
The Rose Books and Obscurities is offering 15% off any in-store purchase to those who mention the Old Monterey website or newsletter now through Sunday, September 24, 2023.
The Rose, located at 136 Bonifacio Place in Downtown Old Monterey, offers a well-balanced selection of antiquarian collectible works and second hand books in all price ranges. The bookshop is charmingly small but carefully cultivated to satisfy serious collectors and general readers alike.
