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Storytime with Santa

Friday, December 5th or Sunday, December 7th

🎅✨ Storytime with Santa is back! Join us on Friday, December 5th or Sunday, December 7th for a magical holiday tradition at the Campbell Community Center. Enjoy a special story read by Santa, holiday crafts, and a family photo opportunity. Spaces are limited! For more information and to register, visit www.campbellca.gov/events ❤️📖🎄

Kids' Day at the CCC Elves' Fun Shop

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We've had a fine Small Business Saturday in Downtown Campbell and thank you to everyone who came down to shop small and those who simply came to enjoy the afternoon as part of our community. If you were there late in the afternoon, you may have noticed that a crew from NBC Bay Area was there on the scene.

They'll be airing a segment tonight about Small Business Saturday that'll feature Downtown Campbell. Keep an eye out for it. The NBC Bay Area team was interviewing people at Simply Smashing Boutique and other places around Downtown Campbell.

Watch the video embed below or read about this story at NBC Bay Area.

Monterey Firefighters Holiday Toy Drive 2025

Posted on November 26th, 2025 by lighthouseave

Monterey Firefighters and Pacific Grove Kiwanis are teaming up to provide presents to families in need this holiday season and they need your help! They are seeking donations of new, unwrapped toys.

You can make your donation at Fire Stations #11-15, including the fire station located at 582 Hawthorne Street. Donations will be accepted through Thursday, December 18, 2025

Monterey Firefighters Holiday Toy Drive 2025

Posted on November 26th, 2025 by omba

Monterey Firefighters and Pacific Grove Kiwanis are teaming up to provide presents to families in need this holiday season and they need your help! They are seeking donations of new, unwrapped toys. You can make your donation at Fire Stations #11-15, including the fire station located at 600 Pacific Street in Downtown Old Monterey. Donations will be accepted through Thursday, December 18, 2025.

20% Bonus on Blue Line Pizza Gift Cards

Posted on November 24th, 2025 by Blue Line Pizza

From now until the last day of 2025, you can get a $60 gift cards at Blue Line Pizza for only $50! That's a 20% bonus! Just use the offer code GCHOLIDAY2025 to claim your discount when you order your gift cards from Blue LIne Pizza.

When selecting the amount of the gift card you wish to purchase, you can enter any amount between $60 and $240. When you check out you will get a discount when you use the offer code GCHOLIDAY2025.

Discount breakdown

  • $60 cards are $10 off ($50)
  • $120 cards are $20 off ($100)
  • $180 cards are $30 off ($150)
  • $240 cards are $40 off ($200)

You can also enter an amount that isn't a multiple of $60. You will get an equivalent discount so that 20% extra is always added. For example, if your order a $100 card, you'll be charged $83.33. $16.67 is the calculated 20% bonus amount.

Note: If you are redeeming this offer, do not choose the $50 gift card button. You must type in $60 as the gift card amount that you want.

Rosebuds Kids Co. has a bright and cheerful selection of holiday clothing for infants, toddlers, and children up to size 10-12. Come and check them out! We're located at 535 Foam Street in Monterey and open Tuesday - Friday, 9am-4pm, and Saturday, 10am-4pm.

About Rosebuds Kids Co.

Rosebuds Kids Co. is a children's resale shop chock full of clothing, toys, and accessories. Operated by the owner, Greta, a mom and veteran, the boutique is built from equal parts love, practicality, and community. Don't worry if you have kids and a stroller in tow - our building has dedicated parking.

Malinka European Mini Market offers a wealth of traditional holiday treats and a beautiful selection of wooden Christmas ornaments and decorations from Europe. We invite you to visit us this season at 484 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

European Holiday Treats

Malinka has a wonderful selection of sweet holiday delights on our shelves, including stollen, gingerbread, marzipan, fruit cake, and chocolates, and drink mixes, all imported from Europe. Come stock up!

Christmas Ornaments & Decorations

Malinka also carries a selection of charming wooden tree ornaments and holiday decorations from Germany, built to be enjoyed for years to come.

These include an assortment of tree ornaments, handcrafted gnomes from Christian Ulbricht, small nativity scenes, and Weihnachtspyramide, traditional German Christmas pyramids that bring gentle light and cheer to the home.

About Malinka

Malinka European Mini Market, locally owned and operated by Natalia, carries popular brands from across Europe and beyond. It may be a "mini" market, but it's chock full of merchandise, stocking all top European food favorites of Monterey residents.

This holiday season, buy a ukulele for a loved one at Carmel Valley Guitar. These instruments, made by Olive Ukulele, are reasonably priced and great for kids and budding musicians of all ages. We're open Tuesday - Saturday, 10am-6pm.

About Carmel Valley Guitar

Carmel Valley Guitar, locally owned by a master luthier named Bernie, is a cozy, welcoming guitar shop designed to inspire creativity and exploration. Whether you're a seasoned professional musician, an aspiring player, or a curious newcomer, there will be something for you here.

Holiday Dresses at Fashion Trade

Posted on November 23rd, 2025 by Fashion Trade Boutique

Holiday dresses are now in stock at Fashion Trade Boutique! Look great for all your upcoming events, whether it's a holiday party or a formal New Year's Eve celebration. We have short and long dresses in a variety of striking styles. Let us help you look fabulous. Visit us at 554 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

About Fashion Trade

Fashion Trade is a small boutique filled to the brim with vintage and consignment clothing and accessories for women and men. It's owned by Kim, a veteran and active member of the community who has an amazing eye for style and a warm welcome for every visitor to her shop.

November Special on Massage Therapy at I & I Healing Arts

Posted on November 20th, 2025 by omba

I & I Healing Arts, an independent, locally-owned studio offering nutrition and lifestyle coaching and integrative bodywork, is now offering a special on massage therapy.

Now through November 30, 2025, when you buy 2 integrative massage therapy sessions, get 25% off the regular price. (Offer good for up to four total sessions.)

I & I Healing Arts is located at 530 Abrego Street in Downtown Old Monterey. Please call Elexia at 831-277-8552 to purchase and make your first appointment.

Make your Thanksgiving Feast exceptionally delicious with a little taste of Oystertown at home with our special Thanksgiving starters and sides.

Pre-order deadline is Monday, November 24 at 12pm for pick up on Wednesday, November 26, 3pm-6pm. Call 831-312-8150 or email us to place your order. Oystertown is located at 281 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

Thanksgiving Starters

Oyster Kits (you shuck at home)
$35 per dozen (add shucking knife for $10)
Includes mignonette, lemon, and cocktail sauce

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
$42 per dozen
Jumbo shrimp plus Oystertown’s provocative cocktail sauce and lemon

Thanksgiving Sides

Super Delicious Oyster Stuffing
$32 (serves 4)
Pacific oysters, Ad Astra milk bread, mirepoix, and love

Heirloom Beans & Greens
$36 (serves 4)
Iacopa Farms' butter beans with Swiss chard, carrots, and garlic

Just in time for the holidays, Monterey Hostel is now a designated drop off site for the Food Bank for Monterey County.

Neighbors can bring canned and dry goods to the hostel at 778 Hawthorne Street any day between 9am and 8pm. Anyone who drops off a donation can pick up a free Monterey Hostel water bottle sticker as a thank you!

Come make a donation anytime from now through Christmas. It's a great time to support local families in need.

About Monterey Hostel

The nonprofit Monterey Hostel offers overnight lodging for school groups, families, and adventure travelers. The newly renovated hostel has 13 rooms with space to host around 50 overnight guests.

We want to hear from YOU! This month, we’re inviting the community to share their favorite healthy recipes. 🥗✨ Submit your go-to dish and it might be featured in the Live Well Campbell December newsletter! Email your recipe and any photos to recinfo@campbellca.gov.

Live Well Campbell
Learn More about Our Initiative
The Live Well Campbell Initiative is a community-wide effort dedicated to promoting healthy living and good eating habits for all members of our community. Through educational programs, local partnerships, and inclusive activities, the initiative aims to inspire healthier choices, increase access to nutritious food, and support overall wellness in Campbell. Whether it’s staying active, eating well, or fostering mental well-being, Live Well Campbell encourages everyone to take small steps toward a healthier lifestyle together as a community. We hope you will join us over the next year as we Live Well together.

Holiday Gifts at Play Full Ground 2025

Posted on November 16th, 2025 by Play Full Ground

Give the gift of locally made art! During the holidays, Play Full Ground is selling artist Mai Ryuno's Happy Monterey Sardine Pillows and a selection of Monterey Bay themed art prints online.

Sardine Pillows

A symbol of the Monterey Bay, the colorful, cotton Happy Monterey Sardine pillows will liven up any space! These are limited edition, Mai Ryuno originals - each is individually designed, cut, and sewn and is apx. 36"x12". Purchase pillows online and pick them up at Play Full Ground by appointment.

Art Prints

Play Full Ground also has a limited number of art prints by Emily Underwood and Tim Nixon available at the studio and online. Each depicts Monterey sardines and other Monterey Bay ocean life. Pick up by appointment at the studio.

Proceeds Benefit Play Full Ground

All retail sales will directly support Play Full Ground and its innovative educational programming. Play Full Ground is located at 550 Lighthouse Avenue, Suite E in Monterey.

International Market and Deli is offering gift baskets made to order for the holidays. Filled with food from around the world, these make great gifts for friends and family members. Call 831-375-9451 or e-mail us and let's work together to select the right items for your basket.

About International Market & Deli

Located at 580 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey, International Market and Deli is an independent store owned and operated by Gloria, her extended family, and a few trusted staff members. Gloria works hard to make sure all her store's products are sourced from ethical companies and distributors.

Come to locally-owned Mattress Nation for our extended Black Friday Sale. We've got excellent deals on adjustable mattress sets from Stearns & Foster, Tempur-Pedic, and Sealy and all mattresses and bedding from Avocado at 296 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey. Open daily, 10am-6pm.

At Mattress Nation's Black Friday Sale, save up to $900 on select Stearns and Foster adjustable mattress sets, up to $500 on select Tempur-Pedic adjustable mattress sets, and up to $400 on select Sealy adjustable mattress sets. We're also offering up to 20% off all mattresses and bedding from Avocado. Take advantage of our last big sale of 2025.

Mattress Nation is a locally-owned business where you'll get top-rated customer service and great deals...plus you'll be supporting people in your community.

Oya Salon Introduces Stylist Ana Gonzalez

Posted on November 16th, 2025 by Oya Salon

Oya Salon is happy to introduce our newest stylist, Ana Gonzalez. Ana delivers beautiful hair, exceptional service, and a welcoming vibe every time. Bilingual in English and Spanish and community-focused, she makes every client feel right at home.

Oya Salon is located at 201 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey. Please call 831-656-0570 to book your appointment.

Holiday Special

For a limited time, book any service with Ana and get a free deep-conditioning treatment for healthy, shiny, holiday-ready hair.

For all the mushroom lovers out there, Cypress Boutique has something truly magical: mushroom sculptures that double nicely as nightlights. These sculptures are locally made right here in Monterey Bay by Leana Yeager of Big Sur Inspirations and feature ocean blues, forest greens, and glowing LED lights on driftwood with preserved moss.

These beauties are rechargeable, waterproof, and totally unique - the perfect gift for yourself or someone who loves mushrooms as much as we do, and enjoys clever, functional art for the home.

Now available in-store at Cypress Boutique, located at 800 Lighthouse Avenue, Suite C in Monterey.

The Carol of Lights is coming on December 6th this year and we need more volunteers to help us make our annual holiday event a festive one for the Campbell area community.

We will need people in one of four roles:

  • Street Safety Assistant: watch out for safety issues
  • Kids play area help
  • Cotton candy stand: make cotton candy
  • Popcorn stand

We particularly need a few more people for the Street Safety Assistant role.

Each shift will be for the full duration of the event and you'll need to arrive 45 minutes before the event for a short orientation.

In your volunteer registration please mention the roles you'd be most interested in helping with.

We may also need extra hands to help with setup at 2PM and tear down through 8PM. If you're in Downtown Campbell around 2PM and you'd like to help with some setup tasks, just show up to The Olive Bar at 242 E. Campbell Ave (next to Doppio Zero) and ask for Mike. There are always some things that need to be delivered or moved around.

Volunteer Sign-up

Give the gift of fun times! Escape Room 831 offers gift cards good for any of our locations in Monterey so you can let your friends, family, or coworkers choose their own adventure.

Rob a bank, stop a runaway subway train, disarm a nuclear submarine, or travel through Alice's wonderland... It's a chance to leave the world for a bit and enter your imagination, solving puzzles together.

Buy gift cards online anytime or visit us at 599 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey to pick up a physical card. No restrictions.

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