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Play Full Ground now carries Monterey branded t-shirts and tote bags! These fun and colorful tees and totes, screen printed by local artist and Play Full Ground owner Mai Ryuno, feature our signature sardine graphic and "Monterey Bay, CA." Show your Monterey pride, or present them as a gift to out-of-town friends and relatives.

Play Full Ground is located at 550 Lighthouse Avenue, Suite E in Monterey. Our retail shop and art studio are open 2pm-6pm on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.

Want to look your best for a holiday event or gathering? Make an appointment today with Sunshine Salon Monterey for an updo, highlights, color, or haircut! Our friendly, experienced staff will give you a fresh, attractive look. Just phone us at 831-915-0197. We're conveniently located at 147 Webster Street in Old Monterey.

Casual Island invites you to give the gift of warm, fashionable feet this holiday season! We have a sock for pretty much everyone on your list. Until December 29, 2018, get 10% off when you spend $50 or more at our store which is full of fun holiday gifts including oven mitts, dish towels, magnets, novelty backpacks, and women's fashion. Casual Island is locally owned and operated - visit us at 261 Alvarado Street across from Monterey Conference Center.

Yes, Santa’s Workshop Is right here in Old Monterey – at the Joseph Boston Store! The Joseph Boston Store, a California Historic Landmark run by the non-profit Historic Garden League, is not only recognized for its 1850’s themed merchandise (honoring its status as the first General Store in Monterey) but also for its complete transformation for the holidays. Volunteers spend days preparing the store with stunning Victorian, vintage, and one-of-a-kind items.

This year, the store has expanded its offerings to include artisan products from Monterey County residents including jams, honey and tomatoes from Happy Girl Kitchen, Elderberry syrups and cordials from Carmel Berry Co.; teas from Chai Five Tea; olives, bread dippers, and chocolates from Gil’s Gourmet; specially made room sprays from Kimberli’s Garden Creations; and soaps from Big Sur Country Soaps.

The Joseph Boston Store, located at 210 Olivier Street behind the Pacific House and next door to Casa Del Oro Garden, is open Thursday – Sunday, 11am-3pm, for the holidays, in addition to 5pm-9pm on December 7 and 8 for Christmas in the Adobes. All proceeds are used to preserve and maintain the Historic Gardens of Old Monterey. Please note: we will be closed December 22, 2018 - January 16, 2019.

It’s a time for cheerful greetings and festive events. With the holidays upon us, we may not realize this could be a stressful time for many within our own community.

Toothpaste, soap, hairbrushes… These are products we use everyday, but for those struggling to make a new life for themselves and their children, these products may be hard to come by.

The Campbell Youth Commission is hosting a Holiday Drive to donate toiletries to Next Door Solutions to Domestic Violence. The Commission will gladly accept toiletries such as deodorant, toothbrushes, soaps, hairbrushes, etc. All donations will go to those affected by domestic violence.

Drop-off locations include the Campbell Community Center front office, Branham High School, Del Mar High School and Prospect High School. Please see flyer for more information.

Below are the showtimes for Osio Theater, an independent, locally-owned movie theater located at 350 Alvarado Street in Old Monterey, November 30 - December 6, 2018.

PROSPECT
Weekdays at 3:20pm, 5:40pm, 8pm
Sat & Sun at 1pm, 3:20pm, 5:40pm, 8pm

A teenage girl and her father travel to a remote alien moon, aiming to strike it rich. They've secured a contract to harvest a large deposit of the elusive gems hidden in the depths of the moon's toxic forest. But there are others roving the wilderness and the job quickly devolves into a fight to survive. Watch the trailer.

BOY ERASED
Weekdays at 2:45pm, 5:15pm, 7:50pm
Sat & Sun at 12:15pm, 2:45pm, 5:15pm, 7:50pm

Boy Erased tells the story of Jared, the son of a Baptist pastor in a small American town who is outed to his parents at age 19. Jared is faced with an ultimatum: attend a conversion therapy program or be permanently exiled and shunned by his family, friends, and faith. It's the true story of one young man's struggle to find himself while being forced to question every aspect of his identity. Watch the trailer.

BORDER
Weekdays at 5:20pm
Sat & Sun at 12:30pm, 5:20pm

Customs officer Tina is known for her extraordinary sense of smell. It's almost as if she can sniff out the guilt on anyone who is hiding something. When Vore, a suspicious-looking man, walks past her, her abilities are challenged for the first time ever. Tina can sense Vore is hiding something she can't identify. Even worse, she feels a strange attraction to him. As Tina develops a special bond with Vore and discovers his true identity, she also realizes the truth about herself. Watch the trailer.

WILDLIFE
Weekdays at 2:45pm, 5:20pm, 8pm
Sat & Sun at 12:15pm, 2:45pm, 5:20pm, 8pm

Fourteen-year-old Joe is the only child of Jeanette and Jerry, a housewife and golf pro, in a small town in 1960’s Montana. Nearby, an uncontrolled forest fire rages close to the Canadian border. When Jerry loses his job and sense of purpose, he decides to join in fighting the fire, leaving his wife and son to fend for themselves. Suddenly forced into the role of an adult, Joe witnesses his mother's struggle as she tries to keep her head above water. Watch the trailer.

THE OLD MAN AND THE GUN
Weekdays at 3:15pm, 5:30pm, 7:45pm
Sat & Sun at 1pm, 3:15pm, 5:30pm, 7:45pm

The Old Man and the Gun is based on the true story of Forrest Tucker, from his audacious escape from San Quentin at the age of 70 to an unprecedented string of heists that confounded authorities and enchanted the public. Wrapped up in the pursuit are detective John Hunt, who becomes...Read More

Fall flavors know no bounds! Fin + Field invites you to try our Scallop and Pork Belly Pozole for an explosion of savory proteins in delicious, warm broth. We're located in the Monterey Marriott Hotel at 350 Calle Principal in Old Monterey.

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All Day Free Parking for the Holidays

Posted on November 27th, 2018 by lighthouseave

The City of Monterey is offering all day free holiday parking all day for Monterey County residents (with proof of a 939XX zip code) November 23 - December 26 in the Cannery Row Parking Garage located at 601 Foam Street between Hoffman Street and Prescott Street. Shop and dine on Lighthouse Avenue without worrying about the time!

Pilates Monterey is proud to announce our 2019 Teacher Training Program! There is still time to reserve your spot. Classes begin on February 5 and will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11am-2pm. For more information, please visit our website or e-mail Pilates Monterey.

Pilates is becoming more popular than ever and the demand for qualified Pilates instructors is growing. Taught by Andrea Borgman-Quist, a Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) certified teacher, the 6 modules offer comprehensive training and preparation for the PMA Certification Exam.

The program consists of 450 hours of Pilates training in 6 modules which can be taken consecutively or individually. Students who successfully complete all six modules are eligible to take the PMA Pilates certification exam. Approximately only 15 teacher training schools in the state of California are approved by The Pilates Method Alliance. Pilates Monterey is currently the only school on the PMA Registry of Schools on the Central Coast.

Always ready to try something new? Yes we are! CarmelBarre in Monterey presents a bunch of new classes and new teachers at our studio at 465 Pacific Street in Old Monterey.

Pilates - Jenn Kuyper
Tuesday & Thursday, 12:15pm

Barre/HIIT/TRX - Gennifer Millington
Thursday, 10:30am & every other Wednesday, 6:15am

Yoga Fundamentals, All Levels - Carrie Mann
Sunday, 4:30pm

PiYo for Newbies - Melissa Granneman
Monday & Thursday, 6:45pm

As we spend today giving thanks to the things that we have in our lives, Downtown Campbell would like to give thanks to all of the friends, fans, and patrons that we have. Thank you for your continued support for our "Little Downtown that Could" because that really is what we are.

People are always surprised when they learn how little we have to work with. We do not have the things that most other downtowns have. We do not have an office. We do not have any full time employees. We do not have any stable funding. When we buy stuff, we're not sure where to store it because we don't even have a permanent place to put it!

Despite all of the challenges that we face, Downtown Campbell continues to be a draw for fun activities, community gatherings, and a night out on the town. The events that we produce usually sell out and the events organized by our friends at the City of Campbell and the Campbell Chamber of Commerce also thrive.

We don't have a lot of advantages in being what we are, but we do have a couple of things. What we have are a lot of friends and a "culture of doing stuff". Downtown Campbell is a community of many characters and organizations who work well with others and like to make things happen. This is something that's truly unique and is something that we're grateful for everyday.

Thank you for supporting us and we hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving.

P.S. Please remember to Shop Small with us this Saturday and beyond!

Manresa Bread Cafe is Now Open!

Posted on November 21st, 2018 by Downtown Campbell

Meet Melissa! She’s the very first customer at the newly opened Manresa Bread Cafe in Downtown Campbell. She's enjoying a latte on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving Day while waiting for her pastries to be ready.

Manresa Bread Cafe's is located at 195 E. Campbell Ave. They're open from 7am to 8pm daily.

You don't need to wait until the Sunday Farmers' Market to get your fix of world class bread and pastries anymore!

The annual 2018 “Carol of Lights” festival will be held on Saturday December 1st 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, a photo booth, etc.

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 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.

Individual Donations under $100

Individuals can also donate to the Carol of Lights online through the donations page on the Carol of Lights website. Chip in $5, $10, $20, or whatever you can afford to help us cover the costs and keep this cherished tradition going.

Sincerely,

The Carol of Lights Event Committee
Non Profit EIN: 45-2418433 (Campbell Parks and Recreation Foundation)
Contact Kelly Crowley
email: kellycatz@hotmail.com

Download a copy of the Sponsorship Packet

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