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Franklin Street Collaborative, located at 201 W. Franklin Street in Downtown Old Monterey, is searching for a merchandising specialist and retail specialists / style besties.

Applicants must be available on weekends. Hourly wage will vary based on experience. Please email Stacia at FCS for more information and to apply.

About Franklin Street Collaborative

Franklin Street Collaborative is a collaborative concept store featuring clothing and fashion accessories, local and handmade goods, and a luxury hair salon.

On The Beach Surf Shop now carries Kelly Slater's new sun block line, Freaks of Nature, in the shop at 693 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey. Protect your skin with the good stuff!

About Freaks of Nature

The Freaks of Nature collection, created by champion surfer Kelly Slater, includes the 100% mineral sunscreens Daily Defender SPF 30 and Pearl Performance SPF 50 plus the Deeper Dive Moisturizer hydrating serum.

Freaks of Nature sunscreen is plant-based, water resistant, dermatologist tested, fragrance free, vegan, and reef-safe.

This October marks Monterey Bay Aquarium’s 40th anniversary and we want to celebrate with our local community! We’re offering a limited number of free tickets to Monterey County residents to say thanks for your support throughout the years.

Get Your Tickets

Online ticket reservation is required. Please reserve your tickets here. Entry is valid 12pm-4pm on the day of your reservation. Ticket inventory is limited and subject to availability. Guests of ALL ages must have a ticket. There is a limit of 6 tickets per transaction.

Proof of Monterey County Residence

Photo identification and proof of residency is required at the door for all guests age 18 and over. What kind of ID do you need? Learn more here.

It's football season! Join Bulldog Sports Pub on the weekends to watch the games. Saturdays, we open at 9am for NCAA football. Sundays, we open at 9:30am to watch the NFL games. The kitchen is open and we serve bottomless mimosas until 12:30pm.

Bulldog Sports Pub is located at 611 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey. Indoor and outdoor seating is available year-round.

Hey everyone. Meet Lynna and her shop, Woofboard! It's a unique place for dog treats and dog related toys, treats, accessories, grooming supplies, supplements, and other items produced by artisan makers and independent producers.

Woofboard is first and foremost a dog charcuterie shop with natural dog treats that don't have a lot additives because Lynna's inspiration for the shop was her own dog who has allergies to many ingredients in commercial dog goodies. The other dog related products at the store are all sourced from independent producers. Many of the products are only sold online and aren't normally available in stores. Lynna's shop is your chance to get up close and personal with products you may have only seen in social media ads.

Besides, unique products, you'll also be finding events for dog lovers at Woofboard. It's a great event space and they'll be taking advantage of it to help you connect with other dog parents over fun activities. In fact, there's one coming up on Thursday, September 26th. It's a Paint Your Pet sip and paint night where you'll be guided through making a canvas painting of your fur baby by an instructor.

The Pearl Works is looking for an Operations and Member Success Coordinator, a dynamic team member to work in-person to support the growth and success of The Pearl Works and TreeHouse Mortgage Group, located at 288 Pearl Street in Downtown Old Monterey.

Who We Are

This is a shared workspace where you’ll work with multiple organizations. The two primary ones are:

The Pearl Works: A refreshingly human coworking and meeting space where people can connect and focus on what’s important to them.

TreeHouse Mortgage Group: A women-led mortgage company that prioritizes creating experiences that matter.

Who We're Looking For

This role is ideal for someone who loves creating positive customer experiences, has a knack for systems, and is excited about building connections. You’ll be working closely with our founders to ensure smooth business operations while keeping the community experience at the forefront.

No two days are the same at The Pearl Works, and you’ll play a vital role in making sure that members, clients, and guests have a refreshingly human experience. If you thrive on making systems more efficient, enjoy engaging with people, and can think on your feet, we’d love to hear from you!

For More Information and to Apply

Base pay range is $20-$22 per hour. For more information and to apply, please view the complete job listing here.

Alvarado Street Brewery and Grill announces Burger Monday! Come on down any Monday, 11:30am-10pm, and snag a burger, fries, and your choice of beer for either $15 (Alvarado Burger) or $20 (Wagu Smashburger). Either way, you’ll be getting a complete meal and a killer deal!

About ASB in Monterey

Alvarado Street Brewery's original brewpub, located at 426 Alvarado Street in the heart of Downtown Old Monterey, has been serving locals and visitors with fresh beer and regional gastropub fare since 2014.

Discover Natural Pain Relief After Surgery: CBD Vs. Oxycodone

Posted on September 4th, 2024 by cloudcity

If you’ve ever had surgery, then you know the healing process can be long and painful. Even for the most minor surgery, the discomfort can be overwhelming and, at best, distracting from life as you know it. Thus, you might be eager to pop open that bottle of oxycodone your doctor prescribed. But before you do, there are some things you should know. These opioids come with several risks and side effects harmful to your health. Today, we’d like to introduce you to an alternative option for natural pain relief after surgery: cannabis extracts.

What’s wrong with taking Oxycodone?

While oxycodone is an effective tool doctors use to mitigate moderate to severe pain, it is highly addictive. What’s more, it poses serious health risks with prolonged use. This habit-forming drug, found in medications such as Oxycet, Percocet, Endocet, and Oxy-IR, works by interrupting the communication between your brain and nervous system to alter your perception of pain. Common side effects you might experience while taking oxycodone include nausea, constipation, and uncontrollable drowsiness. The more you take it, the more your body builds tolerance, which eventually leads to dependence. When you stop taking oxy, you may experience withdrawal symptoms, which can quickly push you from dependence into addiction.

What’s more, even short-term use of oxycodone can increase the risk of developing more serious health conditions like respiratory issues, liver damage, and psychological impact. Notably, this is true for all opioids- not just oxy. While other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as aspirin and ibuprofen, are popular aids for mild to moderate pain and don’t have an addiction liability, they still come with the same unwanted side effects and increased risk of liver damage, stomach ulcers, and internal bleeding. Given these facts, it’s no surprise that post-surgery patients are inquiring about safer alternatives. Cannabis-derived products offer a promising solution for pure, palpable pain relief that also benefits other aspects of your long-term health and well-being.

Enter: CBD, CBG, and hemp-derived THC

Cannabis has been used for centuries and is known for its medicinal properties that benefit both physical and mental health. Yet, not all cannabis strains are created equal. At Cloud City, we typically recommend products that contain CBD, CBG, and hemp-derived THC for customers battling acute pain. Understanding the difference between these star compounds is critical to deciding the best fit for your needs. Here’s a brief overview to get you started.

Cannabidiol (CBD)

CBD is the most prevalent non-psychoactive compound found in the cannabis plant. In recent decades, it has garnered quite a reputation in the health and wellness space for its pain-relieving and anti-...Read More

Good news for fans of fresh baked goods! Freedom Bakery, a family-owned and operated purveyor of delicious cakes and desserts in Watsonville since 1975, has just opened a new boutique in Downtown Old Monterey for pick-ups and walk-in cake sampling. The boutique is located at 305 Webster St.

About Free Cake Sampling

Are you curious what our cakes taste like? Come in and try a bite for yourself Friday - Sunday, 10am-1pm at our boutique, located at 305 Webster Street in Downtown Old Monterey. We sample different flavors every weekend - view our Facebook page to see what's on offer.

About Freedom Bakery's Monterey Boutique

At this time, our Monterey Boutique does not offer walk-in purchases. All orders must be pre-ordered and pre-paid. You can order or request a quote online or schedule a time to order in person at our boutique. Learn more on our website.

Whether it's a business or personal celebration, let us help create sweet memories that linger long after the last delicious bite.

Visit InSight Eyewear at 490 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey and check out the 60 new frames that have just arrived from l.a.Eyeworks. There are tons of new colors and fun styles!

About l.a.Eyeworks

Founded in 1979 in Los Angeles by designers Barbara McReynolds and Gai Gherardi, l.a.Eyeworks is a privately owned house of optical imagination. These eyeglasses are immediately recognized for their bold shapes, imaginative handling of materials, and expressive use of color.

Original, often iconoclastic, and always invigorating, l.a.Eyeworks frames balance innovation with wearability, walking a fine line between optical tradition and a redefining expression of the "now."

About InSight Eyewear

InSight Eyewear is an independent, locally-owned, full-service optical shop that's dedicated to providing our clients with the highest quality eyewear and lenses. Our inventory is like no one else's around, with over 3,000 frames in stock. Custom lenses are made to your prescription in our on-site, state of the art laboratory.

Mattress Nation Labor Day Sale 2024

Posted on August 27th, 2024 by Mattress Nation

Mattress Nation is offering up to $900 off select mattress sets during our Labor Day Sale running through September 10, 2024. Visit our showroom at 296 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey for more details and to see our selection.

On Sale Now

Save up to $900 on select Stearns & Foster adjustable mattress sets

Save up to $700 on select Tempur-Pedic adjustable mattress sets

Save up to $500 on select Sealy adjustable mattress sets

Save up to 50% on select Tempur-Adapt floor model mattresses

Artists from Youth Arts Collective take center stage in Animated Antics, a lively exhibit of animated, illustrated, and voice-over work at Casa Gutierrez, 590 Calle Principal in Downtown Old Monterey.

About "Animated Antics"

Dive into worlds where anthropomorphic animals sport braces with style, H.G. Wells-inspired extraterrestrials crash land, and love blossoms between a wolf and a deer. Immerse yourself in quirky, unforgettable character-filled universes, relive the magic of your favorite canceled animated show through imagined new seasons, and join a carrot and his bird friend on a muffin-making adventure.

About Casa Gutierrez Community Art Gallery

The Casa Gutierrez Community Art Gallery project at Monterey State Historic Park is supported by the “Arts in California Parks” program. The gallery is free and open to the public on Saturdays and Sundays, 11am-4pm. Animated Antics will be on display through October 20, 2024.

About Youth Arts Collective

Youth Arts Collective is a nonprofit art studio and mentorship program for motivated high school and college artists. The program's mission is to inspire creativity, kindness, and confidence in youth through artistic expression and mutual respect.

Cypress Boutique invites you to step into sunshine with our enchanting Dark Olive Midi Dress, a delightful piece designed to elevate your sunny day adventures with effortless charm.

Flowing and endlessly chic, this midi dress is the epitome of laid-back elegance, perfect for picnics in the park, brunch with friends, or leisurely strolls along the beach.

Visit Cypress Boutique at 800 Lighthouse Avenue, Suite C in Monterey and check out all our latest arrivals for women and men. We have a great clearance sale happening now, too!

Register to Vote in November 2024: Deadline is October 21

Posted on August 25th, 2024 by lighthouseave

The November 5th Election Day is quickly approaching. If you are a Monterey County resident and want the chance to participate, be sure your voter registration is up-to-date at voterstatus.sos.ca.gov. The last day to register to vote is October 21, 2024.

Need to register to vote?

Register online here! If you miss the October 21 deadline, you may still register and vote a conditional provisional ballot at the Monterey County Elections office up until November 5 (located at 1441 Schilling Place - North Building, Salinas).

What's on your ballot?

Find what's on your ballot as well as nonpartisan information at Vote411.org, a website run by the League of Women Voters' Education Fund.

The next time you want to celebrate or do some team building, do it with creativity by having an Art Party at the Art Beat in Downtown Campbell! You can book the Art Beat for a semi-private or a fully private event!

Choose the kind of party you want:

  • Clay Workshop Party
  • Potter's Wheel Party
  • Canvas Painting Party
  • Pottery Painting Party

Each party includes:

  • Two hours of fun, guided by Art Beat instructors
  • A table for food, with refrigerator and freezer access*
  • All Art Project Materials

Bobalicious and Bites, home of delicious boba drinks, is having a Back to School Special in August 2024. Weekdays only, 2pm-6pm, buy one drink and get the second drink 50% off. It's a boba happy hour for all ages!

Located at 474 Tyler Street in Downtown Old Monterey, Bobalicious and Bites offers boba tea (with or without milk) and smoothies. Each drink is carefully handcrafted by the owner, who's dedicated to making sure the flavor is perfect every time.

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