Epicenter Cycling, which sells a variety of e-bikes at 230 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey, reminds local residents that the California E-Bike Incentive Project opens Wednesday, December 18 at 6pm.

California E-Bike Incentive Project

Funded by the California Air Resources Board, the project provides $1750-$2000 in vouchers to support the purchase of a new electric bicycle and accessories to California residents age 18+ with a qualifying household income of 300% of the Federal Poverty Level or less who complete the online application. You must receive notification from the project via email before you purchase your e-bike.

How to Apply

Epicenter encourages you to apply as soon as possible, as they expect the first round of $2.5 million in funding will not last. Learn more and apply here.

Give the diver in your life the ideal present: a gift certificate for Bamboo Reef Dive Shop! Good for training or equipment, these gift certificates allow the recipient to gear up or learn new skills in scuba diving or free diving.

Available online or in-person. Bamboo Reef is located at 614 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

Rosine's Restaurant has a new selection of holiday cocktails and mocktails! Join us this season in our beautifully decorated dining room, where the holiday spirit is alive and the new drink menu is ready to delight.

Sip on cozy seasonal favorites and discover exciting new signature cocktails perfect for celebrating with friends and family. Enjoy a Noelle Spritz, Peppermint Bark Martini, Christmas Mojito, Rosemary Bourbon Sour, Apple Pie Old Fashioned, and Candy Cane Hot Cocoa. There's something for everyone to enjoy.

Cheers to making this season even more delicious! Visit us at 434 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey.

The holiday season is here, and Downtown Old Monterey's artisan bakeries are ready with all manner of baked goods perfect for a thoughtful gift, a family feast, or to enjoy in a quiet moment amidst the hubbub.

Handmade from scratch, these breads, cookies, and traditional desserts will put a smile on any face. Menu highlights and pre-order deadlines are below.

Menu Highlights & Order Deadlines

Ad Astra Bread Co.
479 Alvarado Street
Offering sourdough breads and festive little cookies. No pre-orders available, just stop by the shop.

Alta Bakery
502 Munras Avenue
Stollen and gingerbread cookies are available at the bakery. Order our buche de noel online by Dec 18 for pick-up on Dec. 23 or 24 (specify when ordering).

Freedom Bakery Boutique
305 Webster Street
Preparing holiday cookie and brownie trays, dessert boards, yule log cakes, custom printed shortbread cookies, and an assortment of pies and decorated cakes. Order on our website for pick up at our Monterey boutique, Fri-Sun, 10am-1pm, or at our Watsonville bakery daily. We'll be closed Dec. 25-Jan. 1.

Paris Bakery
271 Bonifacio Place
Baking Christmas princess cakes and a variety of fresh breads, rolls, and beautifully decorated cookies all made in-house. Order in person or call 831-646-1620.

Parker-Lusseau Pastries and Cafe
539 Hartnell Street
Holiday stollen (without marzipan) is now available at the bakery. And we're again making five different flavors of buche de noel for Christmas, three of which are gluten free - order by Dec. 18 at 831-641-9188. Our galette des rois (kings' cake) will be available in a variety of sizes for pick up Jan. 2-4 - call to reserve yours. We'll be closed Jan. 6-20.

Keep the kids engaged and having fun this holiday season with our exciting Holiday activities and camps! Whether your child loves soccer, art, music, or building with LEGO, we’ve got something for everyone!

Kids' Night at the CCC (4-12 YRS)

12/13

Kids' Day at the CCC Elves' Fun Shop

12/14

World Cup Soccer Holiday Camps (5-13 YRS)

12/23-12/27

Art Beat: Christmas Break...Read More

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It’s not The Big Easy, but there are city favorites to be found in Monterey County.
by Dave Faries
Monterey County Now, 12/05/24

In December 2024, all Barrel Picks at The Whisky Club's retail bottle shop are 10% off. Visit us at 425 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey to find unique expressions that make excellent gifts for the discerning whisky lover.

About TWC's Barrel Picks

Barrel Picks are whiskies obtained exclusively by The Whisky Club by the barrel. They're usually selected by a master distiller or distillery team for us for its unique qualities, then tasted and approved by our staff. The entire barrel is then bottled by the distillery exclusively for The Whisky Club. That means that any TWC Barrel Pick in our bottle shop is a one-of-a-kind expression that will make a truly unique gift.

Current Barrel Picks

Angel’s Envy (KY)
Buffalo Trace (KY)
Clonakilty (Ireland)
Elijah Craig (KY)
Frey Ranch (NV)
Hillrock (NY)
Rod & Hammer (CA)
WhistlePig (VT)

Paulina R Photography is offering specials on portrait and wedding photography in Monterey County. Capture the moment in all its beauty with a professional photographer!

Portrait Special

Get $200 off portrait photography services in Monterey County. These aren't old fashioned studio portraits - they're photos shot on location that allow your personality to shine through.

Please contact Paulina through her website for details and use code PORTRAIT25 to receive this special discount. Must book by May 31, 2025.

Wedding Photography Special

Have every detail of your wedding day beautifully documented. Paulina R Photography is offering $600 off photography services at any Monterey County wedding (8 hours).

A variety of wedding packages are available starting at $4100. Please contact Paulina through her website for details and use code WEDDING25 to receive this special discount. Must book by May 31, 2025.

About Paulina R Photography

Paulina loves to capture a blend of creatively candid shots and iconic posed photos, helping people to laugh and feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. The result is a dazzling collection of images that captures the essence of love and joy in her subjects.

Slowfiber is hosting our second annual Artisan Holiday Craft Sale, now through December 21. You'll find beautiful textiles, hand knit goods, slow stitched items, and more by 12 local makers. It's perfect for holiday shopping!

Open Wednesday - Saturday, 11am-5pm, at Slowfiber, 517A Hartnell Street in Downtown Old Monterey.

Participating makers include:
Jenny Webster
Becky Ohsiek
Jade Minelli
Janet White
Linda Watson
Paris Richardson
Tori Derr
Tammy Tahara
Patti Wells
Jennifer Valdez
Roxanne Gibson
Marci Greenberg