Community

Downtown Neighborhood Meet Up for Downtown Monterey Residents

 
9/21/24
 
free
 
East Village Cafe

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.

YAC Exhibit at Casa Gutierrez: Animated Antics

Monterey, CA

Artists from Youth Arts Collective take center stage in Animated Antics , an exhibit of their lively animated and illustrated work at Casa Gutierrez, 590 Calle Principal. The gallery is free and open to the public Saturdays and Sundays, 11am-4pm, through October 20.

Dive into worlds where anthropomorphic animals sport braces with style, H.G. Wells-inspired extraterrestrials crash land, love blossoms between a wolf and a deer, and more.

Register to Vote in November 2024: Deadline is October 21

Monterey, CA

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

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

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

NAUI First Aid and CPR Class at Bamboo Reef

 
9/3/24
 
 
Bamboo Reef Dive Shop

Bamboo Reef Dive Shop presents a NAUI First Aid and CPR Class for ages 15+ at our Monterey shop on Tuesday, September 3, 6pm-10pm. Register on our website.

You'll learn how to perform CPR, use an automated external defibrillator (AED), and become familiar with the signs and symptoms associated with heart attacks and respiratory arrest.

Celebrate PARK(ing) Day at Parklets in Old Monterey 2024

 
9/20/24
 
free
 
Old Monterey

The City of Monterey invites you to celebrate PARK(ing) Day, when we'll transform parking spaces into temporary parks on Alvarado Street. These parklets will feature green spaces, outdoor seating, and fun and educational booths from various City departments.

Community Emergency Response Training, Fall 2024

Monterey, CA

Learn how to be to be self-sufficient and support others in a disaster until help can arrive! The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program provides community members with important skills that are essential in an emergency.

The next CERT training is scheduled in Downtown Old Monterey, 8am-5:30pm, on the following Saturdays: 9/21, 9/28, & 10/5. Training is free and open to all Monterey residents! Learn more here.

Sea Lions on San Carlos Beach - August 2024

Monterey, CA

You may have noticed there are a lot of sea lions at local beaches right now, including San Carlos Beach. Everyone, please remember to enjoy them from a good distance - they are large and can be territorial and unpredictable.

A reminder: all marine mammals, including sea lions, are protected under the Marine Mammal Protection Act. People who harass, feed, capture, or kill any marine mammal could face a hefty fine or even jail time. It's their bay too.

Exhibit Opening: Pat Hathaway's Historical Images of Monterey

 
8/29/24
 
Free
 
Colton Hall Museum

Join the City of Monterey in celebrating the opening of the Pat Hathaway Memorial Exhibition on Thursday, August 29, 5pm-7pm at Colton Hall Museum. Free and open to the public.

This exhibit celebrates the life and photo collection of the late Pat Hathaway, featuring historical images of Monterey, c.1870-1950, collected and preserved by Pat over the course of 50 years. The exhibit will run through Sept 29.

Community Emergency Response Training, Fall 2024

Monterey, CA

Learn how to be to be self-sufficient and support others in a disaster until help can arrive! The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program provides community members with important skills that are essential in an emergency.

The next CERT training is scheduled in Downtown Old Monterey, 8am-5:30pm, on the following Saturdays: 9/21, 9/28, & 10/5. Training is free and open to all Monterey residents! Learn more here.

Monterey First Theatre Fest 2024

 
8/31/24
 
Free
 
California's First Theatre

Monterey State Historic Park Association presents the inaugural First Theatre Fest on Saturday, August 31, 11am-4pm.

This free event celebrates the summer with a full day of family-friendly festivities in California's First Theatre, the adjoining historic saloon, and gardens. Enjoy a day of music, poetry, family activities, locally made crafts, and refreshments.

Day Pass Special at The Pearl Works

 
8/9/24
 
$15
 
The Pearl Works

The Pearl Works is celebrating International Coworking Day on Friday, August 9 by offering $15 day passes (reg. $32) to our friendly coworking space. Book your spot today and come try it on August 9. We're open...

Lighthouse Movie in the Park: "Jumanji"

 
9/21/24
 
free
 
Scholze Park Community Center

The Lighthouse District is hosting a free outdoor screening of the classic, all-ages adventure comedy Jumanji (1995), starring Robin Williams and Bonnie Hunt.

The film will be shown at 7:30pm in front of the Scholze Park Community Center. You're welcome to come early and bring a picnic! Remember to dress warmly and bring blankets and/or chairs. No pets or alcohol.

View photos from last year's Movie in the Park here.

Meet Artist Deborah Russell at Venture Gallery

 
8/17/24
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Deborah Russell at an artist's reception on August 17, 2pm-4pm. Drop by the gallery, view the exhibit of Deborah's vibrant paintings of the natural world, Tangled Treasures , and speak with her about her work. Deborah's art will be featured at the gallery through September.

School Supply Drive at Johnny Wicks Candle Studio

Monterey, CA

Through August 10, Johnny Wicks Candle Studio is holding a School Supply Drive for local foster kids.

We're seeking donations of: backpacks, notebooks, pencils, pens, markers, crayons, binders, folders, new clothing (all sizes), shoes and socks, personal hygiene products, and lunch pails.

Donations can be dropped off 12pm-5pm daily at Johnny Wicks Candle Studio, 499 Calle Principal, Suite H, or you can make a financial donation here.

Ribbon Cutting: Reflections Elegante Fine Art Gallery

 
7/31/24
 
Free
 
Reflections Elegante Fine Art Gallery

Reflections Elegante Fine Art Gallery is celebrating our opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony by Mayor Tyler Williamson on Wednesday, July 31 at 3pm. All are welcome!

Reflections Elegante will feature original painting, photography, and sculpture by 32 talented artists. We aim to be a sanctuary where creativity meets community and every visit enriches one's understanding of the world through the lens of art.

Youth Arts Collective: Summer Show Opening Reception 2024

 
7/26/24
 
free
 
Youth Arts Collective

Youth Arts Collective invites you to celebrate summer with us at the opening reception for our 2024 Summer Art Show on Friday, July 26, 5pm-8pm. Our Summer Show will feature more than 130 incredible works from YAC artists and mentors.

Monterey Core Fitness: First Anniversary Beach Party!

 
7/27/24
 
Free
 
Monterey Core Fitness

Join Monterey Core Fitness in celebrating its 1-year anniversary with a Beach Party! This is a free event and everyone is welcome. Sign up here .

We'll kick things off on Saturday, July 27 at 9am with an energizing outdoor workout at San Carlos Beach. After the workout, we'll head back to the gym for small bites, refreshing drinks, and a photo booth.

Alma del Mar Grand Opening Ceremony

 
7/11/24
 
 
Alma del Mar

It's never too late to celebrate! Alma del Mar has been open in Downtown Old Monterey for exactly one year, and now it's time for a Grand Opening Ceremony and Ribbon Cutting on Thursday, July 11, 5pm-6:30pm.

Join us for drinks, light appetizers, a raffle, and socializing.

2024 Champions of the Arts Annual Breakfast at Monterey Marriott

 
8/9/24
 
$60/$600
 
Monterey Marriott Hotel

Arts Council for Monterey County presents our Champions of the Arts Annual Breakfast on Friday, August 9 at 9am in the Ferrante Room of Monterey Marriott Hotel. Single tickets are $65, a table for 10 is $600. Purchase your tickets here.

Join us for breakfast and help us honor the incredible individuals who have significantly contributed to the arts in Monterey County!

Meet Artist Dorothy Stonely at Venture Gallery

 
7/3/24
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Dorothy Stonely on July 3 and 17, 10am-2pm. Drop by the gallery, view her latest exhibit of colorful abstract paintings, A Painted Symphony , and speak with her about her work. Dorothy's art will be featured at the gallery throughout the month of July.

Venture Gallery Celebrates 35th Anniversary

 
7/20/24
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery is celebrating our 35th anniversary with a spectacular evening of art, wine, and chocolates on Saturday, July 20, 4pm-7pm.

Mingle with our artists, discover their inspirations, and engage in lively conversations. Tyller Williamson, Mayor of Monterey, will join us in commemorating this milestone.

Community Potluck at Monterey Hostel

 
6/23/24
 
free
 
Monterey Hostel

Monterey Hostel invites you to join us for a community potluck on Sunday, June 23 at 6:30pm. Everyone is welcome! This is an all-ages event. Please bring your favorite dish that represents your culture to share with the group.