This past weekend was the 50th annual Celebrate Campbell "awards dinner" where we celebrate the people and organizations that make this little city such an wonderful place. One of the people that we celebrated was our very own Carol Pouya, who's the owner of Tessora's Barra di Vino, a board member of the Downtown Campbell Business Association (DCBA), and a volunteer. She typically works on things behind the scenes so most people don't know how much she does to contribute to the culture and atmosphere of Downtown Campbell.

I'll let the President of the DCBA, Andrea Buswell, tell you a bit more about, Carol Pouya, our honoree for 2018. Here's a copy of the introduction that Andrea gave in presenting the award to her.

Andrea Buswell, Owner of Frost Cupcake Factory

Carol puts her whole heart into everything she believes in including her business Tessora's Bara di Vino, her beautiful family, and the Downtown Campbell Business Association. Carol was in the dental field for 20 years, but decided to “retire” and follow her passion for wine along with her husband, Hamid. Tessora’s first opened in the Pruneyard in 2009 and when the opportunity came to move to Downtown Campbell, they jumped at the chance and opened on E Campbell Avenue in 2015. Tessora’s adds such a vibrant, welcoming charm to Downtown Campbell, and is truly a family run business. This strong, hard-working woman is also a mother of five, Jenni (who is also the head chef), Nikki (who runs the front of house as well as social media), Derick, Matthew and Nasheen, as well as a grandmother of 3….so far…and counting!

Carol has a way of making her customers feel important and “at home” and gives the ultimate customer service. She is a truly dedicated, hard-working woman who is always there, late nights or early mornings, without complaint. On top of this, she volunteers countless hours to the DCBA, and acts as the “Mom” of the board, which comes natural to her, for obvious reasons! She has been an integral part of the execution and success of First Fridays, the Wine Walks and all of our wonderful Downtown Campbell events. In fact, she is instrumental in organizing, scheduling and booking all of the music acts you enjoy on the streets of Downtown. (See what I did there.)

Carol has been such a welcome face, neighbor, friend, mentor, boss, wife, mother, grandmother and champion of all things Campbell. We are lucky to have her on the DCBA Board along with the rest of our scrappy little bunch, and honor her tonight with this well deserved recognition and induction into the admired group of Campbell Elite.

Bella's Studio, Old Monterey's sewing, craft, and design studio, is presenting Summer Kids' Camps June 11 - August 2, 2018 for a variety of ages and skill levels. For a complete list of our summer camps, including descriptions, please click here. Maximum 4 campers per session, so sign up early. $100 deposit is required to hold your space.

Kids' Summer Camps 2018

June 11 - 15: For the Young Ones (ages 6-8)
This is the perfect camp for young ones who want to get their little hands all crafty. Campers will create fun, easy projects to jump-start their sewing journeys. No sewing experience necessary, just a desire to learn a new craft and meet new friends. Campers will create their own unique teddy bear and pillow with a pocket pouch to keep him in. $395

June 18-22: Quilt & Embroider (ages 8-13)
A summer favorite! Campers will create a cozy quilted blanket and learn the art of hand embroidery. A perfect combination to learn for any future sewing project. $410

July 25-29: It's a Doll Party (ages 8-12)
Campers will create a matching sleepover outfit with their favorite 18" doll. Cozy jammies and a snuggly pillow will make quite a fashion statement. We finish the week with a tea party - all dolls invited! $395

July 9 - 13: Fashionista 1 (ages 8-16)
July 16 - 20: Fashionista 2 (ages 8-16)
Fashionista Camps are for those with some sewing experience who want to take their designing and sewing skills to the next level. Budding designers will create an original outfit while learning to follow a pattern and sew with professional results. We'll explore design theory and fashion illustration. $435 per week; $845 for both sessions

July 23 - 27: Accessories & Gadgets Galore! (ages 7-13)
Totes, pouches, pencil cases, book covers, hair flowers - this camp is a week of fun small projects that are stylish and practical. $410

July 30 - August 2: Snuggly Sleepover Ensemble (ages 7-13)
Get ready for those sleepovers with a pair of cute, cozy jammie pants, matching pillow, and an awesome bag to carry your sleepover necessities. $410

Teeth Whitening Monterey, a SmileLabs dealer located at 188 Webster Street in Old Monterey, is offering two specials in March 2018: receive $30 off any teeth whitening session, or receive 5 sessions for $219. Please call us at 831-717-4676 to book your appointment, or visit our website for more information.

Become a sponsor of Monterey's 4th of July parade! If you have not had a chance to get your 4th of July parade sponsor application in, we have made it available online too. See the attached application below.

Below are the showtimes for Osio Theater, an independent, locally-owned movie theater located at 350 Alvarado Street in Old Monterey, March 9-15, 2018.

BEFORE WE VANISH
Daily at 9:30pm
Three aliens travel to Earth on a reconnaissance mission in preparation for a mass invasion. Having taken possession of human bodies, the visitors rob the hosts of their essence – good, evil, property, family, belonging – leaving only hollow shells, which are all but unrecognizable to their loved ones. Equally hilarious, thrilling, and profound, the film reminds audiences of the continued strength of one of Japanese cinema's most unique auteurs, Kiyoshi Kurosawa, and the value of the human spirit. Watch the trailer.

THE CURED
Daily at 2:50pm, 5:10pm, 7:25pm, 9:40pm
What happens when the undead return to life? In a world ravaged for years by a virus that turns the infected into zombie-like cannibals, a cure is at last found and the wrenching process of reintegrating the survivors back into society begins. Among the formerly afflicted is Senan a young man haunted by the horrific acts he committed while infected. Welcomed back into the family of his widowed sister-in-law, Senan attempts to restart his life-but is society ready to forgive him and those like him? Watch the trailer.

THE PARTY
Weekdays at 2:45pm, 5pm, 7:20pm, 9:15pm
Sat & Sun at 12:20pm, 2:45pm, 5pm, 7:20pm, 9:15pm
In Sally Potter’s new dark comedy, Janet is hosting an intimate gathering of friends in her London home to celebrate her political ascension, while her husband, Bill, seems preoccupied. Janet’s acerbic best friend, April arrives and others follow, some with their own dramatic news to share, but an announcement by Bill provokes a series of revelations that gradually unravel the sophisticated soiree, and a night that began with champagne may end with gunplay. Watch the trailer.

THOROUGHBREDS
Weekdays at 2:30pm, 4:50pm, 7:10pm, 9:20pm
Sat & Sun at 12pm, 2:30pm, 4:50pm, 7:10pm, 9:20pm
Childhood friends Lily and Amanda reconnect in suburban Connecticut after years of growing apart. Lily has turned into a polished, upper-class teenager, with a fancy boarding school on her transcript and a coveted internship on her resume; Amanda has developed a sharp wit and her own particular attitude, but all in the process of becoming a social outcast. The pair bond over Lily's contempt for her oppressive stepfather, Mark, and as their friendship grows, they begin to bring out one another's most destructive tendencies. Watch the trailer.

PHANTOM THREAD
Daily at 12:50pm, 3:40pm, 6:30pm
Set in the glamour of 1950's post-war London, renowned...Read More

Want texture? Try the American Wave by Arrojo at Oya Salon and achieve natural curls or beachy waves. Call us today to make an appointment with our American Wave specialist, Kristin, 831-656-0570. Price starts at $185. Please note: a pre-service consultation is required.

Below are the showtimes for Osio Theater, an independent, locally-owned movie theater located at 350 Alvarado Street in Old Monterey, March 2-8, 2018.

2018 OSCAR NOMINATED SHORT FILMS
Animated Films: Daily at 1:45pm, 6:45pm
Live Action Films: Daily at 4:15pm, 9pm
For over a decade, ShortsTV has proudly brought the Oscar Nominated Short Films to audiences across the globe. This exclusive release features the year’s most spectacular live action and animated short films. Animated short films include: Dear Basket Ball, Garden Party, Lou, Negative Space, and Revolting Rhymes.Live action short films include: Dekalb Elementary, My Nephew Emmett, The Eleven O'Clock, The Silent Child, and Watu Wote (All of Us). Watch the trailer.

NOSTALGIA
Weekdays at 1:30pm, 4:10pm, 6:40pm, 9:25pm
Sat & Sun at 10:50am, 1:30pm, 4:10pm, 6:40pm, 9:25pm
The film follows the lives of people connected through loss, examining the human process of finding love and solace in the artifacts and memories we share with each other. Starring Jon Hamm, Nick Offerman, Ellen Burstyn, Bruce Dern, Catherine Keener, and John Ortiz. Watch the trailer.

HAPPY END
Weekdays at 9:20pm
Sat & Sun at 10:30am, 9:20pm
Gradually succumbing to dementia, George Laurent, the patriarch of an affluent family, is uncomfortably sharing his palatial manor in Calais with his twice-married son, Thomas, and Anne, his workaholic daughter who has taken over the family construction business. Anne has to handle the impact of a disastrous workplace accident caused by her son's negligence. Meanwhile, the urgent hospitalisation of Thomas' ex-wife from a mysterious poisoning leads his sulky 13-year-old daughter, Ève, to live with her father and his new wife, Anais. In this family, everyone has a skeleton in the closet. Watch the trailer.

FILM STARS DON'T DIE IN LIVERPOOL
Weekdays at 4:30pm
Sat & Sun at 10:45am, 4:30pm
Based on Peter Turner's memoir, the film follows the playful but passionate relationship between Turner and the eccentric actress Gloria Grahame in 1978 Liverpool. What starts as a vibrant affair between a legendary femme fatale and her young lover quickly grows into a deeper relationship, with Turner being the person Gloria turns to for comfort. Their passion and lust for life is tested to the limits by events beyond their control. Watch the trailer.

PHANTOM THREAD
Daily at 12:50pm, 3:40pm, 6:30pm
Set in the glamour of 1950's post-war London, renowned dressmaker Reynolds Woodcock and his sister Cyril...Read More

It's cold outside, and Siamese Bay Restaurant invites you to warm up with some of our delicious Tom Kah Kai Soup. Featuring chicken, coconut milk, and fresh mushrooms, this traditional Thai soup made from scratch in our kitchen is a perfect blend of creamy and spicy.

Siamese Bay Restaurant, located at 131 Webster Street in Old Monterey, is open for lunch Monday-Saturday, 11am-3pm, and open for dinner seven days a week, 5pm-9pm.

Children ages 6-8 are invited to explore what makes Monterey special by spending a week at our local children's museum during My Museum's 2018 Summer Camp! Campers will play and experiment with unique hands-on exhibits, discover new friendships, and explore hidden treasures in our community. Each day offers a new adventure focused on learning through play.

There will be three sessions: June 4-8, June 18-22, and July 30-August 3. Each day we'll meet 9am-4pm. Fee is $270 per child for MY Museum members; $285 per child for non-members. Space is limited - register today by phoning the museum at 831-649-6444.

You may have noticed that we haven't been having any Second Saturday Artwalks or First Friday street entertainment events in 2018. Don't worry, they're not going away. We're just in the middle of our annual winter break for our street activities. From January through the end of March, we take a break from hosting street musicians and local artists and makers because of the colder weather, shorter days, and potential for rain outs.

First Fridays and Second Saturdays will resume in April as usual. If you're interested in participating either as a musician or as an artist/maker, please fill out one of our applications.

Downtown Campbell Street Entertainment Application
Music & performance for First Fridays, Second Saturdays, & other events

Second Saturday Artwalk Vendor Information Page
Please read about our vendor requirements and fill out an application to exhibit your art or wares on an upcoming Saturday.