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Road Closures for Monterey Car Week 2017

Posted on July 29th, 2017 by lighthouseave

The City of Monterey has announced a number of road closures in Monterey August 10-22 as a result of Monterey Car Week 2017. You can view the entire list of closures online.

Of particular interest for New Monterey residents and businesses: on Friday, August 18, Cannery Row will be closed for a car show from Drake Ave to David Ave AND Hoffman Ave and Prescott Ave will be closed from Wave St to Cannery Row. "No parking" signs will be posted for these streets, 1pm-10pm.

More Info
http://www.monterey.org/...http://www.monterey.org/Portals/0/News/Car-Week17-Flyer.pdf

Old Monterey Road Closures for Car Week 2017

Posted on July 29th, 2017 by Old Monterey District

The City of Monterey has announced a number of road closures in Old Monterey August 10-22 as a result of Monterey Car Week 2017. Below is a list of closures directly affecting Old Monterey. View all Monterey Car Week road closures throughout the city here.

Friday, August 11
Alvarado Street closed between Franklin St and Del Monte Ave, 3pm-8pm

Sunday, August 13 - Monday, August 14
Alvarado Street closed between Franklin Street and Del Monte Ave, from 7pm Sunday through 5am Monday.

Sunday, August 13 - Wednesday, August 23
Del Monte Ave between Washington St and Alvarado St will be down to one lane

Monday, August 21 - Tuesday, August 22
Alvarado St is closed between Franklin St and Del Monte Ave from 8pm Monday through 6am Tuesday

Tuesday, August 22 - Wednesday, August 23
Alvarado St is closed between Franklin St and Del Monte Ave from 9:30pm Tuesday through 6am Wednesday.

More Info
http://www.monterey.org/...http://www.monterey.org/Portals/0/News/Car-Week17-Flyer.pdf

Lighthouse Avenue Adaptive Traffic Control System in New Monterey

Posted on July 28th, 2017 by Lighthouse District

The City of Monterey was honored with two awards at the Clean Air Leaders Awards Ceremony hosted by the Monterey Bay Air Resources District. The awards recognize initiatives undertaken by individuals, organizations and agencies in Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz Counties.

Traffic Engineers Rich Deal and Andrea Renny each received individual Clean Air Leader Awards for Technology for the Lighthouse Adaptive System installed this spring on Lighthouse Avenue between Hoffman and Reeside in New Monterey. Adaptive traffic control systems are the latest technology for improving traffic conditions by better synchronizing and controlling traffic signals.

The system uses vehicle detection and artificial intelligence software to respond accurately and immediately to real-time traffic conditions. This enables the system to use green light time efficiently and to progress traffic through a corridor with few or no stops, resulting in less fuel consumed and fewer emissions. By eliminating idling due to stops and the resulting acceleration, vehicles burn less fuel and expel fewer pollutants and particulate matter.

The Lighthouse Adaptive System project was funded by AB2766 Emissions Reduction Grant funding and the City's Neighborhood Improvement Program. The cost of research, design, and installation was $668,000. The next phase of this project is to procure funding and install the same adaptive system on Lighthouse between David and Hoffman as well as the Del Monte Avenue and North Fremont Avenue Corridors.

This post is adapted from an article which appeared in the Summer 2017 issue of the City of Monterey’s publication, City Focus.

More Info
http://www.monterey.org/...http://www.monterey.org/Portals/0/CityFocus/2016-2020/CityFocus-Summer...

New Student Volunteer Program: "Students for Heroes"

Posted on July 28th, 2017 by Lighthouse District

The City of Monterey is proud to announce a new program called Students for Heroes, part of Hidden Heroes initiative. Students for Heroes partners student volunteers with caregivers of veterans. The volunteers assist caregivers with day to day errands, chores, and tasks with the goal of allowing caregivers free time for respite and self-care.

If you know a military caregiver or a potential student volunteer, who may be interested in learning more about the City's Students for Heroes program, please visit the City’s Hidden Heroes webpage.

This post is adapted from an article written by Administrative Analyst Jay Punkar, which appeared in the Summer 2017 issue of the City of Monterey’s publication, City Focus.

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http://monterey.org/...http://monterey.org/About-Monterey/Community-Partnerships/Hidden-Heroe...

Submit Crime Reports to Monterey Police Department Online

Posted on July 28th, 2017 by Lighthouse District

Did you know? You can now submit certain crime reports to the Monterey Police Department online. The innovative web-based program provides a convenient way for the public to report minor incidents that do not have known suspects or leads and incidents that are primarily filed for insurance purposes.

Types of police reports that can be filed online include: custody order violations, graffiti and vandalism, harassing phone calls, identify theft, lost property, theft, and theft from a vehicle.

Simply visit the Monterey Police Department’s website and choose the “Submit a Crime Report Online” button located at the top of the home page.

More Info
http://monterey.org/...http://monterey.org/Portals/0/Newsroom/2017/17_0612-Coplogic-NR.pdf

Saori Style Handwoven Textiles at Cha-ya

Posted on July 28th, 2017 by Cha-Ya Monterey Teahouse Boutique

What's new at Cha-ya Japanese Tea and Things? Handwoven scarves, pillows, top, and handbags in the Saori style made by our newest artist, Georganne Cavataio of Aptos, California. These are absolutely beautiful pieces - we invite you to stop by and take a peek at them at 118 Webster Street in Old Monterey.

Saori is a contemporary Japanese style of weaving developed by Misao Jo in the late 1960s. Each piece, created by hand, is unique.

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https://www.facebook.com/...https://www.facebook.com/211828992202212/photos/a.921837321201372.1073...

Dali Figurines at Dali17 Gift Shop

Posted on July 28th, 2017 by Dali17 at the Museum of Monterey - CLOSED

Salvador Dali's images have come to life at Dali17 at the Museum of Monterey. These marvelous statuettes, now available in Dali17's gift shop, are three-dimensional adaptations of the figures seen in Salvador Dali's paintings. Stop by and take a look! We're located on Custom House Plaza.

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https://www.facebook.com/...https://www.facebook.com/Dali17Museum/photos/a.1865586183668558.107374...

Jacks Monterey Receives 2017 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence

Posted on July 24th, 2017 by Jacks Monterey

Jacks Monterey, the new lobby restaurant located inside Portola Hotel & Spa, has been awarded the Wine Spectator’s 2017 Award of Excellence for its wine program. The Award of Excellence is Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards’ top honor, in which a restaurant offers at least 90 selections, featuring a well-chosen assortment of quality producers along with a thematic match to the menu in both price and style.

The wine selection at Jacks Monterey includes an impressive selection of wines and 30% are from Monterey County, including the top tier Bernardus Sauvignon Blanc and Talbott Pinot Noir, all served by the glass. Jacks Monterey also offers wine on draft from 10SPAN Vineyards, including their Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

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http://www.jacksatportola.com/...http://www.jacksatportola.com

New Patio Furniture at Greene Mansion

Posted on July 22nd, 2017 by Greene Mansion

Greene Mansion is happy to announce that we have new patio furniture. Come on by, put your feet up, and rock away! We're located at 361 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

Greene Mansion sells luxury goods and antique consignment. The historic house was built in 1886 by the famous H.A. Greene, who changed the history of Monterey and shaped it for years to come.

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https://www.facebook.com/...https://www.facebook.com/thegreeneconsigment/

Oya Salon Hosts Back to School Event for Boys & Girls Club Teens

Posted on July 22nd, 2017 by Oya Salon

On Monday, July 24, 2017, Oya Salon will host a collection of teens from Boys & Girls Clubs of Monterey County from 1pm to 3pm. Oya artists will give each teen a fresh looks with new haircuts, grooming tips, and styling. Stylists will talk about the importance of looking neat and presentable, especially for school and careers.

In coordination with Boys & Girls Club staff, teens have been working to put their best foot forward as the school year quickly approaches. Academic preparation, organizational preparation, and personal preparation ensure that the teens will be their most confident selves - important lessons for embarking on a new school or work endeavor.

"We are honored to have the opportunity to educate the youth on the importance of looking your best. It is vital to success. When you look good you feel good, when you feel good you feel confident," explains Brian Bode, owner of Oya Salon.

Brian Bode also plans to come to the Boys & Girls Clubs in the fall to talk to teens about his career and how he reached his goals.

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https://www.facebook.com/...https://www.facebook.com/OyaSalon/photos/a.327256576979.156415.1315247...

Holman Hwy 68 Roundabout: Closures and Detours July 25 & 26, 2017

Posted on July 22nd, 2017 by Lighthouse District

On Tuesday, July 25 and Wednesday, July 26, 10am-3pm, construction crews will be pouring concrete for the last splitter island on the southbound Highway 1 off-ramp. This work will require closing the right turn lane of the southbound Highway 1 off-ramp (going towards Pacific Grove). Drivers going towards Pacific Grove from the southbound Highway 1 off-ramp will need to proceed to the roundabout and make a right turn onto westbound Holman Highway 68.

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http://www.tamcmonterey.org/...http://www.tamcmonterey.org/programs/highway-projects/highway-68-round...

Monterey Police Department Community Police Academy - BEGINS SEPTEMBER 6

Posted on July 17th, 2017 by pcofresi

The Monterey Police Department invites you to join our next Community Academy to learn how your police department operates. During the eleven week course, you will be exposed to every aspect of how we keep Monterey safe. We will strive to answer all the questions you have about policing the “Monterey Way” and why we do the things we do. You will hear from the men and woman who are responsible for delivering quality professional police services and even have an opportunity to ride on patrol with them!! Everyone gets involved, from the Chief of Police to our newest recruit!!

This course is not meant to train people to be police officers. Rather, it is intended to open communication and reconnect us with you, the people we serve. Those that have already graduated have left with a renewed appreciation for what police work is about.

TOPICS

  • City Government
  • Patrol procedure
  • Recruitment and Training
  • Records/Jail
  • Traffic Engineering
  • Police Department Structure
  • Arrest, Detention and Use of Force
  • Firearms Safety
  • 21 st Century Policing
  • …..and various other department programs

Classes are held at the Monterey Police Department Wednesday nights from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.There is no cost for this course.

Next Course Begins September 6, 2017

To be eligible, one must:

  • be at least 18 years of age
  • live or work in the City of Monterey
  • Have no felony convictions or any misdemeanor arrest within the last 12 months.

For additional information or to request an application, please call the

Monterey Police Department 646-3831

2017 Artathon at Youth Arts Collective

Posted on July 15th, 2017 by Youth Arts Collective

For 24 hours on June 24 and 25, YACsters did a ton of outstanding work, acted just the right amount of crazy, and raised some serious money for Youth Arts Collective! Thanks to all of you who sponsored us. If you're still interested in contributing to YAC but haven't done so yet, donations will be matched until the end of July 2017. Although sleep deprived and loopy, most YACsters said they enjoyed ARTathon...and we call that a success.

YAC is a nonprofit, after school art studio and mentorship program for high school and college artists - brilliant and struggling, confident and fringe, multi-ethnic, multi-tempered, and over 40% financially challenged. They learn art, job, and life skills, and gain a healthy dose of self-esteem and gratitude along the way. YACsters learn to believe in themselves, take creative risk, and give back. 100% graduate from high school. 95% of YACsters go on to university, college, and art college - many on scholarships.

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https://www.facebook.com/...https://www.facebook.com/YouthArtsCollective/

Work of Amanda Menefee Now Available at Venture Gallery

Posted on July 15th, 2017 by Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery, located 260 Alvarado Street in Old Monterey, is excited to welcome new member artist Amanda Menefee. A member of the Central Coast Art Association and a board member of Pacific Grove Art Center, Amanda writes: "Painting landscapes of places I've visited helps to anchor them in my memory. When a scene captures my attention, it's due to a combination of the vibrancy of colors, textures, angles, and contrasts that attract me.

"In my life as well as in my art, variety is key. I enjoy drawing and painting portraits, animals, still life and landscapes, and often work on multiple paintings at once. I studied under my father, Randy Wilson, an art instructor and watercolorist at Butte College, Wayne Thiebaud at UC Davis, Ken Morrow at CSU Chico, and now Romanoos through the Pacific Grove Art Center. I've experimented with watercolor, acrylic, colored pencil, pastel and oil."

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http:www.amandamenefee.com/...http://www.amandamenefee.com/

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