This summer, California State Parks is offering Los Exploradores de Monterey Summer Day Camp ("Los Niños") at Monterey State Historic Park, a two-week day camp for students grades 3-5, located in the heart of Old Monterey.

In this unique summer program, day campers will explore the rich cultural history and natural areas of Monterey State Historic Park and beyond. Campers will experience Monterey’s historical buildings and colorful gardens through hands-on activities such as period games and play, toys, crafts, food, songs, dances, nature observation, and interactive guided tours.

Sponsored by Monterey State Historic Park Association and led by California State Park Staff, this fun program highlights the many cultures of one of California’s most historic towns while day campers engage in some of the fun attractions of Monterey that exist today (such as a whale watching trip).

Sessions will be offered June 6-17, June 27 - July 8, and July 18-29. Please register here. Fee is $400, but tuition assistance is available for financially challenged students.

Spa on the Plaza's Two for Two Special is back by popular demand Mondays - Fridays in the month of April. Get two 50-minute massages OR a massage and facial combo for $200.

Spa on the Plaza is located at 201 Alvarado Street, Suite A in Downtown Old Monterey. Please call us at 831-647-9000 to make your appointment.

Welcome to Lighthouse District in the News, an occasional post featuring recent news articles on Monterey's Lighthouse District. Please click the link below to read the article.

A Local Business Offers “Destruction Therapy,” a Place Where Breaking an Object Is a Moment of Joy
[The Break Room]
by Celia Jimenez
Monterey County Weekly, 04/14/22

Private Parties are back at Monterey County Youth Museum! Enjoy the museum all to yourself with 2 hours of exclusive playtime for up to 50 guests (total, including adults). Each party includes a staff-led scavenger hunt, photo opportunity, and a goody bag for each child in attendance under age 12.

You are welcome to bring snacks, cake/cupcakes, and non-alcoholic beverages to enjoy in the party room. Private playdates happen on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, 3:30pm-5:30pm. Fee is $395 for MY Museum members, $435 for all others.

MY Museum is located at 425 Washington Street in Downtown Old Monterey.

The Campbell "Loves" Spring Fun Run is back in person this May! We are excited to celebrate the rescheduled 45th Annual Valentine Fun Run with the Campbell Community! After 2 years, we are back in person! We are need of volunteers to help make this great event possible! Below are the details for the volunteer opportunities. We hope that you will be able to join us!

California State Library and California State Parks have partnered to offer the new State Parks Passes Program. Passes to enjoy State Parks are now available to check out with your Monterey Public Library card! Passes can be checked out for two weeks and must be returned to Monterey Public Library. Please ask library staff for more details.

Monterey Public Library is located at 625 Pacific Street in Downtown Old Monterey.

The New Monterey Business Association welcomes Mission 19 Taqueria to the Lighthouse District!

Located at 598 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey, this Baja style Mexican restaurant serves up a delicious variety of tacos, birria, tortas, quesadillas, quesaburros, and mulitas. Their tortillas are made by hand every day.

Mission 19 Taqueria is open 6 days a week, 11am-9pm (closed Monday). Want to learn more? There's a great article in Monterey County Weekly by Dave Faries.

Welcome to Lighthouse District in the News, an occasional post featuring recent news articles on Monterey's Lighthouse District. Please click the link below to read the article.

New Taqueria in New Monterey Is on a Mission
[Mission 19 Taqueria]
by Dave Faries
Monterey County Weekly, 03/18/22

Lilify is proud to introduce our signature incense holder handmade in Monterey by ceramic artist Susan McKendry. Organic texture and modern undulation unite in this smooth, stunning piece made from food safe porcelain. Lead and cadmium free.

Available on our website and in our shop at 281 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

Pearl Hour, your friendly neighborhood cocktail lounge located at 214 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey, is now seeking two more people to join us this year. No experience is necessary. Night owl tendencies are required. Must get excited by flavors, sparkles, and people. All are welcome! Please e-mail Katie with some details about yourself.

Plato's Closet is now buying denim! We pay cash on the spot, no appointments required. Just bring in your gently used denim from brands like American Eagle, BDG, Wild Fable, Hollister, Levi's, Brandy Melville, John Galt, Shein, Fashion Nova, Dickies, Carhartt, True Religion, Miss Me, Empyre, Forever 21, H&M, Uniqlo, and more.
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We buy wide leg, carpenter style, low-rise flare, mom jeans, dad / boyfriend jeans, and straight leg styles for men and women.
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Plato's Closet, located at 402 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey, is open Mon-Sat, 10am-9pm⁠, and Sun, 11am-6pm⁠. We stop buying one hour prior to store closing⁠.

Esports for kids has returned to Code Ninjas Monterey! $199 per month gives you unlimited gaming during business hours, a professional coach who's a member of the CSUMB Esports Team, access to coding, and tournaments twice a month.

Please call Code Ninjas Monterey for more information and to reserve a spot as space is limited, 831-200-3924. Our center is located at 469 Pacific Street in Downtown Old Monterey.

Come on down to Nacho Bizness on Wednesdays at 7pm for Kahoot! Trivia Night. Eat nachos, drink drinks, win prizes, and have fun. All at 470 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey.

Old Capitol Books doesn't hold sales very often...but we're having one now! Get 20% off all used books, art, and antiques throughout the month of April 2022. We're located at 482 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey.

2022-2023 Commission Applications Are Now Being Accepted!

Teens gain leadership skills and act in an advisory capacity to Campbell City Council on matters relating to youth and teens! Youth Commissioners should be Campbell residents during the 2022- 2023 year and enrolled in grades 7 through 12. For those appointed to the commission, they will serve on a one year term, September 2022 through May 2023. Commissioners may serve up to 3 terms. The commission should be a strong and diverse representation of Campbell Youth. Applications are due Sunday, May 8th by 11:59pm via email to juliep@campbellca.gov.