A City of Monterey sister city since 1984, Tainan, Taiwan, reached out to the City of Monterey with concern over the significant spread of the coronavirus in the U.S. and graciously donated 2,900 medical masks and 300 medical goggles. The supplies arrived at Monterey City Hall on July 28. They'll be added to inventory in the Emergency Operations Center, shared with City first responders including police and fire and other staff, and may also be shared with other community first responders as needed. Our sincere thanks to Tainan's Mayor, Huang Wei-che, pictured here!

Montrio Bistro, located at 414 Calle Principal, has launched a fundraiser in support of the Food Bank for Monterey County. Now through September 30, 10% of all proceeds from all take-out orders made at Montrio will be donated to the food bank. (Please note: this does not apply to delivery orders.)

Alta Bakery and Cafe is happy to announce our August drink of the month, a kaffir lime leaf and coconut latte. It's initially intriguing and absolutely delicious! Come and try it this month - we're located at 502 Munras Ave.

Alvarado Street Brewery is switching things up just a little bit...going forward, all new releases will be on Friday! They'll be simultaneously hitting our Monterey location for in-person purchase and our online store for shipping. So check the website or come see us at 426 Alvarado Street to get your hands on all the latest brews.

As of July 31st, the main drag in Downtown Campbell has been closed down to east/west traffic to allow restaurants and retailers to expand their operation out into the street. Depending on how this goes, the street will remain closed for at least two weeks. This is a learning experience for everyone so don't be surprised if there are changes in the coming weeks.

Pacific Bowls and Rolls now features local halibut on our menu. You can have it on your bowls or in your roll. Come try it as-is or marinated in cilantro and lime. (It's delicious!) You can order online , call in your order to 831-601-584, or stop by and enjoy it at one of our outdoor tables at 475 Alvarado Street.

"Be kind." Now there's a phrase that's useful to remember at all times, particularly the one we're living in right now. Grace Lifestyle Boutique has just restocked their supply of these stylish "be kind" t-shirts with drawings of hands that spell out the words in American Sign Language. Sizes S, M, and L are available for $35 each at 459 Alvarado Street (shipping and curbside pick-up also available).

Congratulations to Code Ninjas' junior varsity e-sports team for winning the XP Youth League National Finals last weekend!

That's right, folks, the Monterey Whales JV Team upset the first seed in the first round of the playoffs and made an amazing underdog comeback, winning in the final round of their national Overwatch e-sports league on Saturday, July 25. Go team!

Nacho Bizness 2.0 is coming... But for now you can purchase tees, hoodies, and caps to support your favorite late-night, fabulously delicious local nacho joint!

At our online store, we're selling fitted men's and women's short sleeve tees, unisex hooded sweatshirts, beanies, and flat-billed caps. Get yours today!

There's one weekend left in the "Beauty Round" of the Downtown Campbell Survival Project Prize Drawings. You have until the end of the day on Sunday, August 2nd to enter the July drawings to win one of the following: 3 free hours of electric hair removal or one of four $50 gift certificates to Ritual Day Spa!

What is kinder than a beautiful bubble bath? To allow oneself to break, breathe and be, Lilify introduces our newest line of small batch bubble bath, now available online and at our store at 281 Lighthouse Avenue.

Made locally by Connie Mardon, our bubble bath features the same exquisite scent blends as our beloved body lotions. Herby, earthy, and unique, our blends offer careful aromatic pairings created to relax and uplift.

Home care facial kits are now available at Spa on the Plaza for curbside pick-up or home delivery. Options include the SkinCeuticals Deluxe Home Care Kit and the Jurlique Hydrating Rose Kit . Place your order at the links. Spa on the Plaza is located at 201 Alvarado Street, Suite A.

Want to support small, locally-owned food establishments? All restaurants in Monterey's Lighthouse District are now offering take-out and/or no-contact curbside pick-up, many are working with delivery services, and a few are now offering outdoor dining!

Al fresco dining experiences are now available at American Burger , Bon Ton L'Roy's , El Cantaro , Hula's Island Grill , and at newly-opened Tutto Buono Eataliano . Learn more about all your dining options at the Lighthouse District Dining Guide .