Join the vibrant Monterey running community for a free Shakeout Run hosted by Fleet Feet on the Saturday morning before the Monterey Bay Half Marathon. You'll have the unique opportunity to interact with sponsors and fellow participants of the Monterey Bay Half Marathon while grabbing all the race day essentials you need. Please register here.

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Carole Klein on November 7, 10am-2pm. Drop by the gallery, view the joint exhibit of paintings by Carole and Maria Poroy, and speak with Carole about her work. Maria and Carole's art will be featured at the gallery through November.

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Maria Poroy on November 5, 10am-2pm. Drop by the gallery, view the joint exhibit of paintings by Maria and Carole Klein entitled Double Vision , and speak with Maria about her work. Maria and Carole's art will be featured at the gallery through November.

The Pearl Works invites you to join us for our Third Anniversary Party and the opening of our latest art exhibit, Resonance , on Friday, October 25, 6pm-8pm. Admission is free, but please register here .

Discover the beautiful, locally-made art on our walls, listen to live music, and enjoy delicious food as we mingle and celebrate.

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist William Eatmon at an artist's reception on October 12, 4pm-6pm. Drop by the gallery, view the exhibit of William's paintings of the world's largest cats, and speak with him about his work. William's art will be featured at the gallery through October.

The New Monterey Neighborhood Association and the League of Women Voters are sponsoring free forums at Hilltop Community Center exploring issues and candidates before the election on November 5.

On Thursday, October 17 at 7pm, hear from the candidates for Monterey Peninsula Water Management District 3.

Tonight, we'll discuss the pros and cons of California's statewide ballot measures. Buckle in - there are 10 of them .

The New Monterey Neighborhood Association and the League of Women Voters are sponsoring numerous free forums at Hilltop Community Center exploring issues and candidates before the election on November 5.

The Pearl Works community coworking space is hosting a Conversation Corner open to all on Tuesday, September 24, 6pm-8pm. Meet some new people! This evening will be potluck style, so bring something to share. There's no charge, but please RSVP .

Fleet Feet Monterey is hosting a free Pub Run Kick Off for Monterey Bay Half Marathon Weekend! Join us on Thursday, November 7 at 6pm at Fieldwork Brewing Company and enjoy giveaways, raffles, and more. Post-run, we can grab a beer together.

All paces, levels, distances, and abilities are welcome. Register here for a smooth check-in process.

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Deborah Russell on Thursday, September 26, 2pm-6pm. Drop by the gallery, view the exhibit of Deborah's vibrant paintings, and speak with her about her work. Deborah's art will be featured at the gallery through September.

Attention, local residents! Monterey's Downtown Neighborhood Association invites you to join us for a meet up on Saturday, September 21, 10am-12pm, in the plaza outside East Village Cafe. Meet fellow neighbors, discuss neighborhood issues and how to improve them, and enjoy free coffee and Red's donuts.