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Mattress Nation Sale - November 2015

Posted on November 14th, 2015 by lighthouseave

Mattress Nation is holding a Black Friday Sale through the month of November 2015! Get great savings and, after Thanksgiving, free gifts with qualifying purchases. Visit the shop at 296 Lighthouse Ave Suite D.

Now through December 1, 2015, save up to $600 on select Stearns and Fosters flat or adjustable mattress sets and save up to $300 on TEMPUR-Breeze mattresses (plus receive up to a $300 Tempur-Pedic Visa prepaid card by mail on Tempur-Pedic adjustable bases purchased with TEMPUR-Breeze mattresses).

Now through November 30, 2015, save up to 50% off memory foam mattresses, starting at $249, and save up to $300 on iComfort and iSeries mattresses and up to $1000 on select Serta adjustable foundations.

And November 27-29, 2015, 10am-12pm, make a minimum purchase of $999 and receive a free Samsung TV, Keurig product, or Beats headphones. Please note: you must print this ad and bring it to the shop to qualify.

Green Chalk Presents Alan Sonneman's "Exploring the Southern Sierra"

Posted on November 13th, 2015 by lighthouseave

Green Chalk Contemporary art gallery is pleased to present Exploring the Southern Sierra, a solo exhibition by Alan Sonneman, November 7 - January 10. Everyone is welcome to join us for a talk by the artist on Friday, December 11, 5pm-6pm.

Alan Sonneman, a long time California resident, has spent the past 17 summers in the high alpine regions of California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains documenting many of the National Park’s most compelling scenic views. Moving slowly from place to place, using a camera to record his observations, Sonneman captures these direct experiences of time and place in both photographs and paintings.

Sonneman created this body of work with an awareness of its context to art history as well as to contemporary art. In their affinity with the massive scale of the physical world, these paintings bring to mind the work of Michael Heizer or James Turrell as much as Fredrick Church or Thomas Moran. But they also evoke a time when Romantic artists were not afraid to address the idea that art could be a transcendent experience. Sonneman is searching for something found in a moment of complete silence, a place where the scale of nature gives us a direct understanding of our own identity and our relationship to the world. This is the world as it is... its forces and its immense scale.

Recently, the Department of State Arts in Embassies Program acquired several of Sonneman’s paintings for the new U.S. Embassy in Islamabad, Pakistan. Two of these works depict the Sierra Nevada Mountains.

Green Chalk Contemporary art gallery is open Tuesday - Saturday, 1pm-5pm and by appointment. For more information, please phone Gail Enns at 831-718-7232.

Ma's Green Living: A Thank-You to Gypsea

Posted on November 12th, 2015 by lighthouseave

A message from Nicole Martin, owner of Ma's Green Living:

As you may or may not know, I now have retail roommates at Ma's Green Living. As I announced a couple months back, Gypsea opened a pop-up shop in my store. Gypsea consists of my mom, Linda Martin-Hellyer, and her best friend, Paula Watson.

I had been working on ways to keep my lovely shop open to our local community to keep being able to provide the service of teaching and offering supplies to support our community in living a life with less impact on the environment. Unfortunately, the store was not supporting itself and I was going to have to close my doors this month, but luckily Gypsea came along at the right moment to join our forces together.

Now because of Gypsea I get to keep my doors open and get to offer more even cooler products and events at my store! Gypsea brings a new flavor to the store and has enhanced our positive energy and vibe. At first look it may seem like they may be an opposing force sharing the store, but as you gaze upon their gorgeous items you will see that they fit in perfectly.

Gypsea is a combination of Paula's vintage items and original Tarot art, as well as Linda's handmade wigs, hats, fascinators, and crystal ball photography. Linda also hosts guided group meditations and does Egyptian Stone readings, while Paula offers Tarot readings.

Please make them feel welcome as they are the reason Ma's Green Living is still here. Also thank you for all your continued support for what will be 3 years in business in January!

Lighthouse Tunnel Closure: Nights of November 16 and 17, 2015

Posted on November 12th, 2015 by lighthouseave

UPDATE: The Lighthouse Tunnel will not be closed on the night of November 17. The work was completed more quickly than expected.

The Lighthouse Tunnel will close in both directions overnight on Monday and Tuesday, November 16 and 17, 2015 from approximately 8pm to 7am. The northbound lanes of the tunnel (towards Pacific Grove) will close at 8pm, followed by closure of the southbound lanes. Northbound lanes will re-open by 7am, with southbound lanes re-opening by 8am.

This is part of the City of Monterey’s removal of the fountain at Custom House Plaza (being done under an agreement with California State Parks, which owns the Plaza). Work on the plaza will continue through mid-December. Custom House Plaza will remain open to the public during the fountain removal with full access to the waterfront and Fisherman’s Wharf.

The City will take advantage of the tunnel closure to complete another project at Lighthouse curve including repairs to two manholes, part of a sewer rehabilitation project.

On The Beach is now offering a new women's Element t-shirt: "I Left my ❤️ in Big Sur". We are so lucky to have Big Sur in our backyard...our heart is always there! On The Beach already sold out of the first shipment but just got more in. Stop by the shop before this second shipment goes, too!

This month Hula's is treating one lucky local business to a holiday lunch here! We know you work hard all year, and we think everyone deserves a delicious break, so tell us....why does your office need a tropical Hulas getaway? Send us an email about your office and Hula's favorite submission will receive lunch for their office (up to 12 people) in our awesome Tiki Room! Email submissions to andria@hulastiki.com.

Please note: the prize includes lunch for up to 12 people, including food and non-alcoholic beverages.

The Tempur-Pedic Breeze Event is going on now at Mattress Nation! Do you sleep hot? Come in now to take advantage of Tempur-Pedic cooling technology and find out how it can help you sleep cooler. Speak with one of our Sleep Experts for details. Visit our location on Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey or phone us at 831-704-3000.

Oya Salon Seeks Apprentices

Posted on November 12th, 2015 by lighthouseave

Oya Salon is continuing to grow! Currently, we are accepting applications for our cutting-edge apprentice program. We're looking for licensed stylists who are ambitious, hard-working, and eager to advance their careers.

As part of the apprentice program you will: receive ongoing education from Karastase, R+CO, Wella, and Oya Academy; take part in exciting local events and charities; participate in editorial work for local publications and fashion shows; work at the top salon in Monterey County for the past 10 years; and apprentice under world-renowned educator and Artistic Director Brian Bode.

Please submit your resume in person or via e-mail to info@oyainc.com.

We posted photos last week of the first "Con" to setup in Campbell. It's been getting good reviews and I can attest that I think this reviewer with Shortboxed got it right. It was a cute bite sized con with a little of everything. It was a perfect Con for Campbell folks who want to check out the scene to see what the fuss is all about without having to plunk down a hefty multi-day entrance fee on top of a hotel room 12 hours down the road. It was their first year and they were encourage by how things went so they've already said they're going to be back for 2016! Be sure to keep your eye out for the 2016 date via the Downtown Campbell site or the Campbell Con site.

Campbell Creamery has been introducing a line of new treats from Dole recently. Pictured here is a vegan, dairy-free, gluten free, and fat free soft serve! Wow! They also recently announced some new soft serves that are made with real fruit juice if you just want a healthier option on your favorite frozen treats.

Sponsorship Packages for the Carol of Lights

Posted on November 11th, 2015 by sheldon

The annual “Carol of Lights” festival will be held on Saturday December 5, 2015 from 5:00pm until 8:00pm, the Downtown Campbell Business Association invites you to the streets of Historic Downtown Campbell for this free event. This non- commercial, family oriented event brings people in the Campbell community together for an evening of Holiday fun. There are a variety of attractions for the children, including; real snow, bounce houses, a petting zoo, pony rides, arts and crafts, face painting, etc.

After the passing of our beloved Sally Howe, a group of community members and volunteers have taken on this event in her honor. In the past, Sally’s fundraising efforts have been through recycling, community dinners, personal donations, bunco nights, and so on. Since this event has become more popular, the committee is seeking more donations from individuals, local businesses and corporate level sponsors. We need your help in order to carry on this festive downtown tradition!

The sponsorship amounts and benefits are as follows:

  • $1,000 Sponsorship: Full banner with business logo and information in a populated area during the festival. Prominent recognition on website, social media sites, event poster and brochure.
  • $500 Sponsorship: Business logo on smaller banner with business logo in a populated area during the festival. Recognition on website, social media sites, event poster and brochure.
  • $100 Sponsorship: Business listed on poster and printed materials.

Please make check payable to “Campbell Parks and Recreation Foundation”. This foundation is a 501(c)(3) corporation and any donation made is fully tax-deductible.

Sincerely,
The Carol of Lights Event Committee
Non Profit EIN: 45-2418433 (Campbell Parks and Recreation Foundation)

Alvarado Street Brewery and Grill has just launched a brand new, seasonal fall menu highlighting Chef Jeremiah Tydeman’s take on simple, American classics executed with international influence. The new menu comes in a sleek new format, designed by local studio The Wecker Group.

“We wanted to reinvent the feel of our menus to evoke a fun, more approachable aesthetic that fits to our concept better,” says head brewer and co-owner, JC Hill. “Chef Jeremiah has completely transformed the menu, adding a new dynamic that called for an entirely fresh look.” Hill was able to squeeze in a “Beer & Food 101” section in the new menu as a pairing guide to educate the brewery’s patrons.

Chef Tydeman was brought onto the Alvarado Street team in June of this past summer and has slowly been introducing some of his New American dishes with a worldly twist, like homemade chicken pot pie, a Vietnamese-style lamb burger, curry pumpkin soup, a Hawaiian poke-style tuna tartare, and the ultra-decadent truffle crawfish mac ‘n cheese. Tydeman was also intent on including a not-so-traditional clam chowder by creating a Manhattan-style tomato based chowder stocked with PEI mussels and chunks of Baker’s bacon.

“It’s been a blast creating dishes around certain beer styles, there are so many different combinations of flavors and textures that beer and food can both play off each other,” says Tydeman. He’s currently working on dishes for a five course beer and sparkling wine collaboration dinner between Alvarado Street and Caracciolli Cellars on New Year’s Eve, to be held at the brewery.

MIIS Winter Commencement Ceremony 2015

Posted on November 10th, 2015 by omba

Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey presents the Winter Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, December 12, 2015 at Monterey Marriott in the San Carlos Ballroom. Congratulations, graduates!

Seating for the ceremony begins at 12pm. The ceremony begins at 1pm. The hors d'ouevres and champagne reception will be held at 2pm at Samson Student Center.

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