The City of Monterey asks that you do your patriotic duty to reduce the risk of wildfire by not using fireworks when celebrating the 4th of July. In the City you may be subject to a $1000 fine if you are caught using any type of fireworks (including those marked as "safe and sane"). Thank you for enjoying the holiday responsibly and safely.

The City of Monterey asks that you do your civic duty to reduce the risk of wildfire by not using fireworks when celebrating the 4th of July. In the City you may be subject to a $1000 fine if you are caught using any type of fireworks (including those marked as "safe and sane"). Thank you for enjoying the holiday responsibly and safely.

The third annual Historic Downtown Campbell Car Show came in hot and left with a bang. Despite it being only our third show, it's already a key car show in Northern California and this year's show exceeded 300 cars for the first time.

Among those 300+ entries were historic cars, rebuilt classics, unusual custom builds, super cars, trucks of all eras, racers, and even a few novelty cars. All entries were screened by our judging panel to ensure we had both a diverse mix of cars and cars of very high quality to put on display.

This year, there were seven prize categories with a custom fabricated trophy awarded to the best car in each category. Congratulations to our 2025 winners listed below.

• Best Truck - Ricky Rosas - 1958 GMC Truck
• Best Muscle Car - Jerry Dye - 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302
• Best Street Machine - Michael Fortes - 1962 Chevrolet Impala
• Best Hot Rod - Dave Stohlman - 1935 Ford Pickup
• Best Import - Regel Garza - 1980 VW Bug
• Staff Pick Award - Paul Petro - Ford F350 Factory Crewcab 4x4
• Best in Show - Larry Carter - 1933 Ford Roadster w/Ferrari Motor

Scroll down to view photos of the winners.

Thank you to everyone who entered their cars to help us have a standout show that could be enjoyed by so many people with different car fancies. Those of you who didn't get in, we appreciate you too and wish we didn't have to turn away so many highly qualified entries due to lack of space.

Acknowledgements

One of the things that makes the Historic Downtown Campbell Car Show absolutely remarkable is that it's produced entirely by volunteers starting with the small team of organizers who were responsible for the mammoth task of pulling together a show of this stature.

Some of the tireless people who were responsible for this show being reality were:

• Mike Van Sant (The Olive Bar)
• Amy Taylor (Cloud City Supply)
• Carol Pouya (Formerly Tessora's Barra di Vino)
• Michael Sanders (Home Church)
• Sheldon Chang (Social Wave)

We also had somewhere around 100 volunteers who helped with a variety of important tasks from running our check-in process to operating popcorn machines. It takes a village to do something like this and we thank everyone who took time to be a part of this day.

If you'd like to volunteer for future car shows in Downtown Campbell or other events, be sure to fill out our Volunteer Registration form.

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Knowing what your home is worth is important information to have if you are thinking of selling your home. You will be able to determine what your home might sell for if you decided to put it on the market.

Visit Christian Right Down the Corner at 191 Lighthouse Ave #A3.

More info www.ChezChristian.com

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Four years ago, Cloud City Supply opened in the heart of downtown Campbell with the intention of connecting local patrons and curious onlookers through elevated cannabis experiences. One engineer’s leap of faith into entrepreneurship swiftly evolved into an initiative that would benefit the entire community. Today, Cloud City is a staple destination and a hub for community gatherings, cannabis education, and alternative wellness solutions. This month marks the store’s fourth year in business, three of which Mercury News readers have voted it the best CBD store in Silicon Valley— a huge honor that couldn’t have been made possible without you.

Founder story

Founder and CEO Amy Taylor is an innate problem solver. Her decision to open Cloud City came as a natural extension of her work in electrical and systems engineering. Amy’s love for cannabis through a midlife transition inspired her to share her knowledge in hopes of helping others going through similar situations. Thus, her passion project took a new form. The result? A warm and welcoming space for people to explore the wonders of cannabis as a natural wellness remedy at their own pace.

The Sunday ritual

If you’re local to downtown Campbell, then you know what a treat Sundays at Cloud City are. There are so many things to look forward to: the aroma of freshly brewed CBD coffee in the air, live music playing in the courtyard, followed by a DJ who picks up the tempo for an upbeat vibe; neighbors greeting each other, friends bonding over brunch, and parents enjoying a moment of serenity while their kids play worry-free. As if all of that wasn’t compelling enough for your Sunday morning routine, the energy inside the store itself is undeniable. The budtenders wear smiles on their faces and are all ears, ready to dive into a cannabis consultation that addresses your unique needs.

A trustworthy community resource

Over the past four years, these small moments and pockets of joy have become an essential component of Cloud City’s weekly wellness routine, which you’re invited to join. As a resource hub, one aspect the store values most about the relationship it has built with its local community is trust. Beyond offering the best CBD products on the market, Cloud City has become an inclusive gathering space where individuals can discover innovative wellness techniques, enjoy themselves safely and responsibly, and make new friends. The staff thrives on curating this intimate environment, holding the honor in high regard. Cloud City Supply is dedicated to providing the support you need to achieve a pain-free and stress-free lifestyle.

The trust conveyed by families who feel comfortable bringing their kids to events hosted by a cannabis store humbles Amy, who devotes the majority of her free time to community contribution. In...Read More

The next free Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training program begins in Downtown Monterey on October 11, 2025.

Teens through older adults are encouraged to attend (those under 16 must be accompanied by an adult). Classes continue for 3 consecutive Saturdays, 8am-5pm. Anyone may enroll by sending an e-mail - you'll receive a confirmation with class details.

Topics Covered

You'll learn about emergency medicine, fire extinguishers, disaster preparedness, shutting off your utilities, rescue, communications when phones fail, and assessing a home or workplace after an earthquake or storm.

About CERT

The CERT program uses a FEMA curriculum to educate people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations.

Using the training learned in the classroom and during exercises, CERT members can assist their families and others in their neighborhood or workplace following an event when professional responders are not immediately available to help.

CERT also participates in searches for missing persons, serves as coastal spotters for persons swept out to sea, storm response, and other emergencies. Learn more about CERT.

Bulldog Sports Pub has a pool table! Come on in and play, have fun, and hangout. Make sure you’re here for Happy Hour, Mon-Fri, 4pm-6:30pm. We're located at 611 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

Monterey Hostel, located at 7789 Hawthorne Street just steps from Lighthouse Avenue, is rolling out our 2025 Summer Specials to help travelers save on their next trip to the coast. Book directly on our website to enjoy these offers.

2025 Summer Specials

Coastal Explorer
10% off when you book 4+ nights

Weekly Wanderer
15% off when you book 7+ nights

Student Stays
$5 off per night with valid student ID & promo code STUDENT5

Last Minute Offer
Book within 24 hours of arrival & save 5% with promo code LASTMINUTE

Monterey Neighbors Discount
Locals from Monterey or PG can save up to 15% when booking 2+ nights for visiting friends & family. Just stop by or email us before booking with proof of residency.

Restrictions

Special offers must be booked directly at montereyhostel.com prior to arrival. Discounts can’t be added after booking, and offers may not be combined. Subject to change without notice.

About Monterey Hostel

We are operated by HostelingOn, a 501(c)3 nonprofit on a mission to preserve and promote the hostel movement. Hostels help connect people of all ages and cultures so they can experience and learn about local communities through travel, shared adventures, and sustainable tourism.

High Scores Arcade now has Super Chexx Pro Bubble Hockey available for play at 459 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey. This is some serious fun, people.

Monterey may not have an NHL team, but we can dare to dream. In the meantime, come on down and cheer for these tiny ice hockey players.

About High Scores

At High Scores Arcade, you pay a flat fee ($10/hour or $22/day) and you can play all the games in the arcade (including this one) as many times as you want. Beer and seltzer available for purchase onsite.

Open Mon-Thu, 12:30pm-10pm; Fri-Sat, 12:30pm-12am; Sun, 12:30pm-11pm. Space is limited, so every guest on the game floor must have a paid wristband.

The Old Monterey Business Association and Old Monterey Foundation are seeking volunteers for our 4th of July Parade in Downtown Old Monterey!

Parade Details

This old fashioned community parade, with marching bands, dancers, giant balloons, and community groups is a wonderful Monterey tradition that draws thousands of locals and visitors of all ages for a morning of family-friendly fun.

Volunteer Details

Volunteers will serve 8am-12pm on Friday, July 4. As a volunteer, you may end up marching in the parade or placed along the route for crowd and parade control. Because of this, it is very important that you be able to walk a mile and stand for a few hours.

Interested? Fill out this short form and you'll be contacted by the Parade Volunteer Coordinator. If you have questions, please phone the OMBA office at 831-655-8070.

The opposite of hate is not love. It's curiosity. None of us are born fully aware. We become aware. It is never too late to put your assumptions aside and learn how the world feels to someone born and living under vastly different circumstances than yours.

I hesitate to say Happy Pride Month this year because the times do not feel celebratory. Given the recent passing of musician and local son, Sly Stone, it'd be appropriate to recognize the difficult moment by quoting from Sly and the Family Stone's canon of human diversity, "Everyday People."

"There is a blue one who can't accept the green one
For living with a fat one trying to be a skinny one
And different strokes for different folks...

We got to live together
I am no better and neither are you
We are the same whatever we do

You love me, you hate me, you know me and then
You can't figure out the bag I'm in
I am everyday people..."

It's an appropriate time to listen closely to that song. We are everyday people in the rainbow of all human outcomes.

Sheldon Chang, DowntownCampbell.com Online Editor

The 3rd Annual Historic Downtown Campbell Car Show is in the books and we are absolutely flattered and humbled by the positive comments we've been getting. There will be a wrap-up coming up in approximately one one week to show you photos from the show and announce the winners.

This show was an enormous amount of work and we would like to recognize the absolutely critical role volunteers played in its success. Around 100 people signed up to help us prepare for this event, produce it, run it, and clean-up after it.

WIthout our army of volunteers, this does not happen. If you were one of them, we hope you take a moment to read the positive comments we've been getting on social media. You were part of this and we thank you. There's no way this happens without your help and we hope you all return again in 2026.

If you want to be one of those people in 2026, make sure you've filled out our general Volunteer Registration Form where you can put your name down to help with all kinds of events organized by us (Downtown Campbell Business Association) year round.