Franklin Street Collaborative now carries these beautiful ceramic plates, mugs, and bowls, handcrafted in Pebble Beach by Anna Vela. Available in matte and glossy glazes, we can’t get enough of these gorgeous colors! Visit us at 201 West Franklin Street in Downtown Old Monterey.
Savvy Bar invites you to stop by and try the Gypsy Queen, an herbal-infused prohibition cocktail containing Tito’s Vodka, Benedictine, Angostura Bitters, and a lemon twist. We're located at 420 Tyler Street in Downtown Old Monterey. Please visit our website to find the password for entrance.
Please note: we are a Prohibition-style speakeasy with a dress code. Men must wear collars or lapels and women must dress tastefully. No t-shirts. No jeans with holes. No Uggs. No flip flops. No sports caps. No beanies.
The Downtown Campbell temporary parklet program has been extended once again. The parklet program that's currently in place has been extended numerous times and the most recent extension was due to expire in April 2022. The program is now scheduled to continue until October 2022.
When the program ends, it's expected that there will be a permanent parklet program made available to restaurants and storefronts that wish to make use of it. The specifics of the permanent program are not yet known, but a proposal for a permanent program will be presented to the Campbell City Council in the coming months.
For obvious reasons, things haven't been the same in Downtown Campbell for quite some time. Events and celebrations of all kinds is at the center of what makes Downtown Campbell the beloved little hotspot that it is and we haven't been able to roll out our usual slate of events for two years now.
That won't change entirely in 2022, but we intend to do everything we can to return to being the Downtown Campbell that you know and love. We're planning on resuming all of our normal regular events as much as conditions will allow in 2022.
When we say "conditions," you're probably thinking of Covid public health related conditions, but that's not all of it. So much has changed in the past two years that some things that used to be routine end up being a lot more work than usual. Vendors, volunteers, and organizations that were previously relied upon may not be around anymore or may no longer have the resources needed for certain activities. Please understand that getting back to being the old Downtown Campbell is going to be a big challenge and will take some time.
Here's a tentative list of some events that will be coming back to Downtown Campbell.
Additionally there will be the two big festival events put on by the Campbell Chamber of Commerce. Boogie Music Festival and Oktoberfest should happen on their normal dates.
There are also some more fun events that we're hoping to bring back or start fresh with, but are still pending. Please sign up for our mailing list or follow us on social media to get all of our latest updates.
Well, this is going to come as a big disappointment for a lot of people, but we're going to have to call off the Bunnies and Bonnets Parade for another year.
Was it canceled due to Covid? Nothing is free of being influenced by Covid these days, but the cancellation has many reasons. It wasn't due to any one single thing, person, or organization.
Events like the Bunnies and Bonnets parade take a lot more effort and resources than most people realize. Planning for it usually starts months before the event and a lot of people need to be ready from the organizers to the city, volunteer organizations, and the groups in the parade. It was just going to be too much for everyone involved to make it happen.
While there won't be a Bunnies and Bonnets Parade this year, we're hoping to resume as many of our regular annual events as possible moving forward in 2022.
Venture Gallery presents the work of William Eatmon, our featured artist for March. You are cordially invited to stop by the gallery and meet the artist on Saturday, March 5, 1pm-6pm.
This exhibit by William Eatmon explores his fascination with pointillism, a technique of painting in which many small, individual dots of paint are applied to a surface to form a larger image. As William and other artists have learned, acrylic paint has made it possible to apply very small, spherical colored dots to a surface which then picks up light in 180 degrees and adds depth to a painting.
A typical pointillist painting by William takes 4 weeks to complete and even one mistake can ruin an entire piece. A steady hand, good eyesight, patience, and the ability to visualize the end result are required.
Venture Gallery is now open daily, 10am-6pm. William Eatmon's artwork will be featured through March 2022. Venture Gallery is located at 260 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey. Visit our website to shop online for work by our local artists.
Recycled Records has new and vintage turntables in stock at our shop, located at 604 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey!
Looking for the right vintage turntable? We have quite a variety right now. All of them have been serviced and are ready to use.
We also have brand new Audio Technica turntables in stock for anyone who wants to start spinning vinyl. These machines are a good quality, affordable option for new record collectors.
The New Monterey Business Association welcomes The Break Room to 724 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey!
The Break Room is a fun place where you can release your frustration or get outside of your comfort zone and try something new. They provide full safety gear then let you choose items to smash and the tools to do it. Bring a friend or go it alone - consider it informal destruction therapy.
The Break Room also has a family paint splatter room (messy, but no destruction involved) that's great for all ages.
The Break Room is available for parties and private events. Discounts are available for active military, first responders, and students.
The Summer Preview Activity Guide is available online starting today!
Registration for summer camps, swim lessons and pre-school begins on March 15th for Campbell Residents and March 16th for everyone!
More and more folks are discovering how gratifying biking on gravel roads can be. Whether you’re looking to race, bikepack, or simply explore your local back roads, there’s a Trek Checkpoint gravel bike that’s perfect for you. It can even double as a great everyday commuter bike!
This fine steed is designed to be agile yet durable with progressive geometry that offers superior comfort and capability. What's more, all Checkpoint models feature integrated mounts for frame bags and fenders to make it easy to carry everything you need for epic adventures.
Swing by Epicenter, located at 230 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey, and our friendly, knowledgable crew will be happy to show you this fun, versatile bike!
A message from Hanni, co-owner of Lilify, located at 281 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey:
We opened Lilify in 2012. As we prepared to open the shop, we were abustle with anticipation and adrenaline. In a particular moment of complexity our bookkeeper turned to me and said, “Hanni, we’re not playing shop. This is a shop.”
Now in our tenth year, I have learned that a business is a living, breathing, ever evolving entity. I have also learned that as a result of that evolution, an artisan shop has the ability to create community, transport, inspire, and offer an oasis.
On behalf of my family, the talented Lilify team, and the many independent artists, makers, and movers that make up Lilify, we thank you for your continued support and for allowing us to “play shop."
On The Beach Surf Shop has some new arrivals in the shop: stylish Thread wallets and lanyards! Thread offers functional products that allow you to do what you love and to look good doing it. On The Beach is located at 693 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.
Have you tried our Godzillatots at Hula's Island Grill? The dish features crispy tater-tots with sriracha aoili, grilled onions, and roasted seaweed. Oh yes, it's a thing. Visit us at 622 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey and try some.
We have a new session of classes starting soon! It's not too late to register for one of the classes listed below. Spaces are limited. For more information, click the links below and register today to secure a spot!
Street Food Round the World (6-12 yrs)
Skateboarding: Little Shredders (6-14 yrs)
Skyhawks Sports - Soccer, Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Hoopster Tots, Soccer & Baseball, Track & Field
Bellydance with Lila (16+)
Hula and Polynesian Dance (3-7, 5.5-12, 12+)
The Pearl Works, a co-working space located at 288 Pearl Street in Downtown Old Monterey, is happy to announce that we are now officially recognized as a California Green Business!
To reduce our environmental impact as an organization, we've: prioritized composting and recycling; used solar to power our building; upgraded to high-efficiency water fixtures; reduced trash by having a low-waste kitchen; utilized 80% pre-used furniture; used refill containers for coffee and tea in the kitchen; chosen recycled/unbleached paper products; and opted to use non-toxic, environmentally friendly cleaning products.
Want Happy Hour prices all the time and 15% off all wine by the bottle? Join Sovino's wine club today and enjoy this plus three or six bottles every three months. (Our February release, pictured here, has some beauts!)
For more information and to subscribe, please email Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant or phone us at 831-641-9463. We're located at 241 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey.
Workhorse Bicycles is happy to announce that we now have the brand new Turbo Vado, made by Specialized, in stock. This is a perfect grocery-getter with integrated lights as well as a HUD that gives you information to preserve your drive-train.
This is a great e-bike with ride quality, range, and power at a weight that's light enough to carry. Visit us and check it out at 486 Washington Street in Downtown Old Monterey.
At Nacho Bizness, people often ask us about our cheese sauces. When we tell them it’s just cheese and milk with a blend of spices and peppers they always look awestruck.
That's right, we do NOT use canned cheese or cheese from a jar of any sort. We make our own cheese sauces daily and they take a ton of stirring to get just right. Mild cheddar cheese and Monterey jack cheese are at the heart of our Jalapeño Cheddar Sauce and Chipotle Jack Sauce. Don't do dairy? We also offer a vegan cheese sauce!
Come get some nachos with cheese sauce and see what the fuss is all about. Nacho Bizness is located at 470 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey.
Manasiri's Crepes and Sandwiches, a family-owned restaurant at 321 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey, invites you to try our caramel and banana crepe!
Manasiri's, serving a range of sweet and savory crepes as well as panini, and salads, is open Sun-Thur, 8am-7pm and Fri-Sat, 8am-midnight. View our menu here.
Franklin Street Collaborative at 201 W. Franklin Street in Downtown Old Monterey announces that we now carry products by Serenity Bliss, including eight varieties of essential oils plus bath salts, bundles of sage and palo santo, and jade and rose quartz rollers and gua-shas.
Serenity Bliss is a local, woman-owned business. All products are handcrafted and cruelty-free.
