The Coastal Roots Hospitality Group - including Montrio restaurant at 414 Calle Principal - has designated the Monterey Firefighters Community Foundation as the nonprofit recipient of its Pick It Up - Pay It Forward Program for May and June 2025.

When you order takeout food from Montrio , 10% of your order will automatically be donated to support MFCF's community events and public education efforts. (Offer doesn't apply to delivery orders.)

The Lighthouse District belatedly welcomes Carmel Valley Guitar ! This gem of a shop, which moved to 623B Lighthouse Ave in February (across the street from Hula's), is owned and operated by master luthier Bernie Hefner.

Carmel Valley Guitar is a complete guitar and amplifier repair shop. You'll also find an array of acoustic and electric guitars for sale on consignment as well as fresh necessities like guitar strings. It's a great place for guitar enthusiasts of all ages.

In support of local queer youth, Monterey Peninsula Pride announces its second annual Queer Youth Recognition Scholarship . Applications are open May 1-31.

High school seniors and juniors who have demonstrated resilience in the face of challenges, advocated for the queer community, or have contributed positively to the community on the Monterey Peninsula are encouraged to apply here .

Monterey Peninsula Pride is getting ready for the annual Pride Parade and Celebration in Downtown Old Monterey on Saturday, June 28. They rely heavily on community volunteers to pull off this joyful, family-friendly celebration.

Interested in volunteering on June 28? Sign up here . It's a lot of fun, and a great way to give back to the community and get to know local LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies.

MY Museum's 2025 Online Auction is ready for your bids! Whether you are looking for trips, spa services, gift cards to local restaurants, wine, new experiences, or family fun adventures, we've got you covered.

The best part? Every penny goes directly to making this non-profit children's museum a better, safer place for the kids of Monterey County. The auction ends April 30 at 9pm.

On a film set they say "Take Two!" But this month, MCFC says "Take Out!"

In April, if you order takeout from Montrio , Rio Grill , or Tarpy's , 10% of the cost will be donated to the Lighthouse District's own Monterey County Film Commission, a nonprofit organization promoting Monterey County locations, crew, and businesses to the film industry.

Monterey Peninsula Pride is getting ready for the annual Pride Parade and Celebration in Monterey on Saturday, June 28. They rely heavily on community volunteers to pull off this joyful, family-friendly celebration.

Interested in volunteering on June 28? Sign up here. It's a lot of fun, and a great way to give back to the community and get to know local LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies.

Whalefest Monterey 2025 is seeking community volunteers ages 18+ to help with this free, family-friendly event on April 12 & 13 at Old Fisherman's Wharf and Custom House Plaza.

From arts and crafts to marine mammal costume ambassadors, merchandise booths to survey teams - there's no shortage of fun ways to contribute. Learn more here.

Franklin Street Collaborative welcomes Feel Into Fashion to our business collective at 201 W. Franklin Street. Join us for monthly styling workshops at the shop and weekly IG lives most Mondays at 6pm.

Feel into Fashion was founded by stylist April Elizabeth , whose goal is to help women ignore fast trends and rediscover their unique style.