In addition to great organic, locally-roasted fresh coffee drinks, East Village Cafe at 498 Washington Street makes authentic chai, brewed every morning from scratch. It features five spices - cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, star anise, and ginger - plus one seasonal spice.

On Feb. 14, have a Valentine's chai date with a friend, family member, or loved one - buy one chai and get one free that day only.

Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant is hosting an online painting class with local artist Bunny Paivine on Saturday, Feb. 13, at 6pm. Learn how to paint this picture from the comfort of your own home!

Fee is $30 per person, which includes paint, supplies, and delivery. $10 for class but no supplies Purchase your tickets here . If you need supplies, please buy your tickets by February 11 to ensure delivery.

MIIS presents the WorldViews Speaker Series, discussing today's vexing world problems. Because of Covid-19, this series will be held on Zoom. All are welcome! Please register in advance .

March 3, 12:30pm: Covid-19 as a Prism to Reexamine the Past and Imagine a New Future

April 7, 4pm: Freedom and the U.S. Economy: From Trump to Biden

Red's Donuts invites you to pre-order your Valentine's Day donuts before they sell out! These beauties are available Feb. 12-14 for $10 per dozen. If you want a personalized message written on them, it's $13 per dozen. Please contact Red's to place your order, 831-372-9761. Located at 433 Alvarado Street.

Catalyst Consignment is happy to offer a 15% discount every day to all active members of the military and their spouses. We have a wide variety of clothing and accessories for men and women in sizes from XS to 3XL.

Looking for something special? Let owner Cortina Whitmore help! Just call 831-512-9855. Catalyst is located at 801 Lighthouse Avenue, Suite A, offering in-store shopping as well as phone and online ordering for curbside pick-up and shipping.

Are you an omnivore looking for the ultimate in comfort food? Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse is now offering their amazing Smokehouse Meatloaf with Bon Ton's Bacon and rosemary garlic smashed Yukon Gold potatoes. Your taste buds will thank you.

Bon Ton L'Roy's is now open daily for outdoor dining, take-out, and delivery, 11am-10pm, at 794 Lighthouse Avenue.

We’ve been waiting on pins and needles to make this post!! We are finally able to re-open! Save the date for each location and we hope to see you for outdoor dining soon!

Monterey Marriott Hotel invites you to leave the cooking to Chef Josh Silva-Arias and pick-up our Valentine's Day Dinner To-Go on Feb. 13 and 14, 4:30pm-9pm. Price is $60 per plate plus 9.25% tax. View the to-go menu here.

In response to the COVID-19 emergency, the County of Monterey is seeking healthcare professionals and other healthy adults to meet the County's continued resource demands in critical areas of the COVID-19 emergency response efforts.

If you would like to learn more about volunteering opportunities for healthcare volunteers and general volunteers, please click here . There, you can read more information about volunteering and complete an Emergency Volunteer Form.

As one of Monterey's mainstays of the community, Epsilon Fine Greek Restaurant is trying to reopen its doors at 422 Tyler Street. To assist with our reopening efforts, we have launched a GoFundMe page to ask the community for your support.

After 30 years of serving the community authentic homemade Greek food, Epsilon was forced to close its doors in early November due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Once we raise enough funds to help with our reopening, we'll host an appreciation dinner for all our donors and we'll resume serving our take-out menu. When Covid restrictions are lifted, Epsilon will return to its full amazing menu and dining experience.

The Super Bowl is happening this Sunday, Feb. 7, and Crown and Anchor has some to-go specials perfect for you and your family!

Enjoy 20 chicken wings (your choice of hot buffalo or BBQ sauce) for $20 or a rack of baby back pork ribs along with chili beans and mac-n-cheese with bacon bits for $35. Call 831-649-6496 and place your order by Feb. 5.

Kickstart your week with MidiCi! Every Monday, our Specialty Pizzas are only $12.95 each. Enjoy any of our 18 favorites including Margherita & Proscuitto, From the Garden, or the Hawaiian for take-out or outdoor dining - just place your take-out order online or through the Toast app. We're located at 467 Alvarado Street.

Franklin Street Collaborative presents our February pop-up shop, Lovers Market! It's a one stop shop for jewelry, beauty, bath, home decor, vintage, and apparel. Featuring exclusive, locally made gifts for all of the loves of your life at 201 Franklin Street. View participating vendors here .

Thanks to a grant from the USDA, Monterey Peninsula Unified School District will be offering free food boxes containing fresh produce, dairy, and protein to MPUSD families in need through Feb. 22 on Wed & Thurs, 12pm-2pm at select schools during Grab & Go. (Please note: boxes are available on a first-come, first served basis.)