Carpets and Floors, Inc. is thrilled to unveil our new Area Rug Gallery, where you can immerse yourself in the artistry of hand-knotted rugs from various regions around the world, at our locally-owned showroom at 471 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

From luxurious silk to the finest wool, our fiber options are endless! Each rug is an intricately handcrafted masterpiece, rich with tradition and design. We invite you to explore the exquisite textures and patterns available.

The collection is fully customizable in shape, size, color and fiber, ensuring endless possibilities to complement your unique style.

Women, join Monterey Core Fitness on Mondays, 6pm-7pm to learn the art of burlesque dancing at our Burlesque Empower Hour Class taught by Harmony (a.k.a. Belle Delight). Fee is $30 - please register online per class, or become a member for access to more classes and gym access.

This class is designed for all abilities and experience levels because burlesque is for everyone! You'll be led through a warm up, taught techniques of burlesque, and learn some sassy and empowering choreography (fun and sexy props included).

Ladies, this is a great way to try something new while being surrounded by an incredible and encouraging group of women. Our aim is for you to leave feeling confident and empowered.

Monterey Core Fitness is located at 191 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

Calling all teens ready to kick-start their careers! Join us at the Teen Job Fair on March 9th from 10am-12pm – where opportunities meet ambition.

Employers, this is your chance to connect with the next generation of talent! Sign up now to be part of this empowering event. Let's shape futures together! RSVP at by February 16th. Spaces are limited.

REGISTER BY MONDAY, JANUARY 29TH TO SECURE YOUR 10K/5K RACE SHIRT AND MEDAL

Saturday, February 10th 9am

Strap on your running shoes and join the love train at Campbell’s 47th Annual Valentine Fun Run/Walk! Spread the love with your sweetheart, family, and friends in the 10K, 5K, or Kids’ Dash. Let’s kickstart Valentine’s weekend with a hearty run/walk! All 10K and 5K race participants must register by January 29th to secure their race day shirt and medal.

Do you enjoy giving back to your community and having a blast while doing it? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are thrilled to announce that our Annual Valentine Fun Run/Walk is just around the corner, and we are in great need of enthusiastic volunteers like you to make this event a huge success. Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or new to community service, there's a role for everyone.

There are two opportunities to choose from! Volunteer for one or both!

Friday, Feb 9^th 3:15-5:30pm OR 5:15-7:15pm at Sports Basement for Packet Pickup

Saturday, Feb 10^th 8:15am-11:45am at Campbell Park for the Fun Run

Must be 13 years or accompanied by a guardian to participate. All volunteers must complete a volunteer application which can be found here.

Questions, contact Lauren Council at laurenc@campbellca.gov or 408-866-2740.

Paris Bakery invites you to celebrate Valentine's Day with all your loved ones (young and old) with special seasonal treats! We have so many heart-shaped desserts to enjoy, including a variety of cakes (large and small), chocolate dipped strawberries, cupcakes, cake pops, and decorated cookies.

Visit us at 271 Bonifacio Place in Downtown Old Monterey. You can place an order in advance to avoid disappointment - stop by the bakery or call us at 831-646-1620.

The Geneo Glo2Facial Oxygen Facial is now available at the Haute Beauty Guide Spa, located at 71 Pearl Street in Downtown Old Monterey. Delivering immediate results, it will leave your skin glowing.

Customized based on your own skin type and concerns, the Glo2Facial includes a double cleanse, exfoliation and oxygenation of the skin, lite ultrasound, a hands-free lymphatic massage, LED treatment, and a custom mask with a signature Japanese pressure point scalp massage.

Book your appointment with esthetician Doran on Haute Beauty Guide's website. Sessions are $249 and last 75 minutes. Haute Beauty Guide is a small, woman-owned business.

Cha-ya Japanese Tea and Things is in the final days! We'll be closing our doors on January 31, 2024 and everything must go before then. Any reasonable offer will be accepted and we are offering deeper discounts on our already low prices.

Come by and get your piece of Cha-ya before we’re gone. Of course, we’d love to see you before we close, too, so please feel free to stop by and say goodbye at 118 Webster Street in Downtown Old Monterey.

Mythic Monterey is holding a sale through the month of January...or as long as the sale items last...at 561 Tyler Street in Downtown Old Monterey. There are tables full of deals to be had as well as additional items around the store marked at 25% off.

Highlights include, but are not limited to: a number of board games, Games Workshop miniatures, Games Workshop books, Dungeons & Dragons alt cover books, Battletech terrain, fantasy paint sets, all things Star Wars: Shatterpoint, and all things Yu-Gi-Oh, Digimon, and Dragon Ball Z.

Mythic Games Monterey is open Wed (1pm-6pm), Thu-Fri (1pm-9:30pm), Sat (12pm-9:30pm), and Sun (12pm-6pm).

The Pearl Works, located at 288 Pearl Street in Downtown Old Monterey, is seeking local artists to submit pieces for their next art show, Cycles. This show will be a juried exhibition of emerging artists from around Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito Counties whose various forms of art address the theme of cycles: the complete and continuous processes that make up life.

This interdisciplinary selection of visual, two dimensional art will create a conversation about the patterns and sequences that dictate the rhythm of change.

Get more information and submit your art here by Thursday, February 22, 2024.

Stay informed in the event of a flood, earthquake, power outage, or wildfire. Monterey County has launched a new mass notification service, Alert Monterey County, that allows them to notify residents and businesses of an emergency in your area. To get alerts, you'll need to register for an account here.

You can then select to receive alerts through landline calls, cell phone text messages, pre-recorded verbal messages, and/or email. (Alert Monterey also works with telephone devices for the deaf.)

Once a notification is issued about a potential safety concern, you'll receive communication. Learn more about Alert Monterey County here.

Franklin Street Collaborative is seeking a makeup artist to work with our salon, Stacia Nicole Beauty, and has a spa room available for an esthetician to rent at its location at 201 W. Franklin Street in Downtown Old Monterey.

Makeup Artist
Stacia Nicole Beauty seeks a part-time makeup artist available primarily on weekends for events and weddings. Payment is commission-based. Candidates must have a passion for makeup, be reliable and eager to learn, have good communication skills, be adaptable, and able to interact with clients in a fun and respectful manner. An esthetician / cosmetology license is a plus. Please email your resume to Stacia Nicole Beauty.

Spa Room Available
Franklin Street Collaborative has an open room available for an esthetician. It's the perfect space to give your clients the ultimate spa experience. Please call 831-920-2611 or email Franklin Street Collaborative for more information.

Hudson James California is looking for a Fashion Sales Specialist! The Hudson James boutique is part of Franklin Street Collaborative, located at 201 W. Franklin Street in Downtown Old Monterey. If interested, please email us your resume.

As Fashion Sales Specialist, you'll be responsible for providing exceptional customer service, maintaining and organizing the store's inventory, assisting customers with purchases, and giving them styling advice. We're looking for someone to work Fridays - Sundays and offering $16-$22 per hour.

If you have a passion for fashion and enjoy working in a fun and creative environment, then this job is for you. The ideal candidate should have previous retail experience, excellent communication skills, and a positive attitude. Hudson James values diversity and inclusivity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Did you know that La Bahia Mexican American Restaurant offers catering? Ask us about our Deluxe Package, which includes Jeezy Shrimp and Quesabirria Tacos, aquas frescas, homemade salsas, and more. And there are plenty of options available! Call us at 831-884-5269 for a free quote. We're located at 675 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.