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It's Summer Time at Ma's Green Living!

Posted on June 24th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

It's summer time! Ma's Green Living in New Monterey's Lighthouse District invites you to stop by on your way to the beach and pick up some earth-friendly sun screen and beach toys.

We now carry BALM Baby Sun! sunscreen, one of the Environmental Working Group's top sunscreens. And what's a fun day at the beach without a game of frisbee and a grand attempt to make a sand castle? The products of Green Toys, which makes both flying discs and a sand play set that's great for the kids, are made in the USA out of 100% recycled material and are free of BPA, PVC, and phalates.

For more information, please phone Ma's Green Living at 831-373-3720, or just drop by our shop at 801 #A Lighthouse Avenue. We're open 7 days a week: Monday-Saturday, 10am-6pm; Sunday, 11am-5pm.

The Prime Method Now Offers Evening Bootcamp

Posted on June 24th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

The Prime Method's new trainer, Adair Rogers, is now offering a month-long "Get your butt back into gear" evening bootcamp. Adair's areas of specialty include TRX, TRX Rip Trainer, and Prana Flow Yoga.

Option 1:
Monday & Wednesday, 4:30pm-5:30pm
Begins Monday, July 1, 2013

Option 2:
Tuesday & Thursday, 6pm-7pm
Begins Tuesday, July 2, 2013

We'll be meeting 2 days a week for 4 weeks in July. Cost is $200 per person. If you're interested, please phone Adair at 404-310-9271.

On The Beach & Sunshine Freestyle Collecting EPS Foam

Posted on June 4th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

The Lighthouse District's own On The Beach Surf Shop and Sunshine Freestyle are now collecting clean, hard, white expanded polystyrene foam (the type used as packing material) for the Waste to Waves Program run by the non-profit organization Sustainable Surf. Waste to Waves will take the foam and recycle it into surfblanks, the inner core of surfboards!

What kind of foam can NOT be recycled by Waste to Waves? EPS foam containers from food service; packing "peanuts"; foam that is flexible, soft, or rubbery; and old surfboards.

For more information, please check out the Waste to Waves Program's Frequently Asked Questions page.

Lighthouse District in the News, 06/04/13

Posted on June 4th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

Welcome to Lighthouse District in the News, an occasional post featuring recent news articles on Monterey's Lighthouse District. Please click the links below to read the full articles.

As Downtown Falters, Developer Envisions New Monterey as Future Economic Hub
by Sara Rubin
Monterey County Weekly, 05/30/13

Longtime Business Searle Art Closes Monterey Store: Lighthouse Avenue Shop to Consolidate into Seaside 'Megastore'
by Phillip Molnar
Monterey Herald, 06/03/13

A Gripping and Grueling Look at Eating Meat, and the Timely Debut of El Cantaro Mexican Vegan
by Mark C. Anderson
Monterey County Weekly, 05/30/13

Foam Blocks Reused for Surfboards (On The Beach, Sunshine Freestyle)
by Kathryn McKenzie
Monterey Herald, 05/25/13

Randy Humor, Clever Drawings Drive Carol Fendall's, Um, Cat-Themed Artwork (Searle Framing)
by Sara Rubin
Monterey County Weekly, 05/30/13

Lighthouse District in the News, 05/29/13

Posted on May 29th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

Welcome to Lighthouse District in the News, an occasional post featuring recent news articles on Monterey's Lighthouse District. Please click the links below to read the full articles.

El Cantaro Vegan Mexican Restaurant Opens in New Monterey
by Mark C. Anderson
Monterey County Weekly, 05/29/13

Gluten Free: A Dozen Delicious, Adventurous, and Outright Fun Foods without the Wheat (Gianni's Pizza)
by Shiho Fukushima
Monterey County Weekly, 05/23/13

York Grad Chloe Wilson Returns to Monterey Peninsula for Artistic Rejuvenation (Lilify)
by Marcos Cabrera
Monterey Herald, 05/23/13

Sustainability Is Dead: A Stunning but Inspiring Takeaway from Cooking for Solutions (Monterey Bay Aquarium)
by Mark C. Anderson
Monterey County Weekly, 05/23/13

A Kumbaya Moment for Friends and Foes of GMOs at Cooking for Solutions (Monterey Bay Aquarium)
by Sara Rubin
Monterey County Weekly, 05/20/13

Cooking for Solutions Panel: Climate Change Bad News for Shellfish (Monterey Bay Aquarium)
by Kera Abraham
Monterey County Weekly, 05/20/13

Monterey Bay Aquarium Surface Scuba Dive Program for Kids

Posted on May 29th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

Monterey Bay Aquarium invites children ages 8-13 to come dive with us! In this unique 90-minute Underwater Explorer Program, kids are introduced to the underwater world through surface scuba diving. No experience is necessary, only a sense of adventure!

Kids are safely guided by Aquarium leadership-level dive staff in our Great Tide Pool, where they'll meet amazing animals while getting a fish's view of the wonders of the bay. The small group size (one staff member for every three students and no more than 12 participants per program) ensures a safe and educational experience for everyone. The program includes a dive briefing, an introduction to basic scuba diving practices, a tour of the Great Tide Pool and an interpretation of the animals they'll encounter.

Cost is $75 per child for Aquarium members, $95 plus Aquarium admission for non-members. All equipment is provided, including a dry suit, regulator, air tank, and mask. No bathing suit or towel is required. Please click here for more information and to make a reservation.

Please note that adult chaperones must purchase tickets to enter the Aquarium and be present during their child's participation in the program. Adults may not enter the water.

Vote for YOUR picks for Movies in the Park 2013

Posted on May 23rd, 2013 by Lighthouse District

As of June 5, 2013 at 11pm, voting is closed. Please stay tuned for details on this year's Movies in the Park!

Summer is coming again, and once again, the New Monterey Business Association will be doing Movies in the Park and YOU get to choose the movies.

Our list of choices is based on all suggestions that were submitted to us and the top three vote getters of these finalists will be chosen for screening at Movies in the Park 2013 on July 13th, August 10th, and September 14th.

A fourth Halloween themed movie will be selected for the October 12th movie date.

Yoga Class Now Includes TRX Suspension Training

Posted on May 22nd, 2013 by Lighthouse District

Snap Fitness is excited to announce the introduction of TRX Suspension Training to our existing Flow Yoga Class! Taught by our new Yoga instructor, Cindy Singh, Flow Yoga is free to members on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7pm-8pm. Cindy has successfully incorporated suspension training into her yoga class, making for a one-of-a-kind fusion of yoga and strength training - come check it out!

Snap Fitness offers a free 7-day trial pass so you can try the club and the classes before joining! Please check out our website or phone us at 831-373-3990. All fitness levels welcome and encouraged!

Become a Sponsor of Movies in the Park 2013

Posted on May 18th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

The New Monterey Business Association invites your business to become a sponsor of Movies in the Park, the free outdoor movie series held at Scholze Park on the second Saturday of July, August, September, and October.

For $200, you can become a Series Sponsor. In return, your business logo and name will appear on all promotional material, advertisements, posters, tickets, and on LighthouseDistrict.net in ads run year-round; two promotional slides will be included in a pre-film slideshow; and your business's banner will be displayed at each movie (sponsor must provide banner).

We are also seeking raffle items for each event. All you need to do is submit a gift certificate or any other family-friendly raffle item to be given away just prior to the film screening. This is a great opportunity to spotlight your business or service.

For more information on sponsoring and donating raffle items for Movies in the Park, which attracts approximately 200 people per event, please download the sponsor registration sheet. If you have further questions, please e-mail [email protected].

Lighthouse District in the News, 05/18/13

Posted on May 18th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

Welcome to Lighthouse District in the News, an occasional post featuring recent news articles on Monterey's Lighthouse District. Please click the links below to read the full articles.

Want to Ride Bikes to the Ecstatic Dance While Listening to Free Downloaded World Music? Or We Can Just Watch a Movie. Outside. (Movies in the Park)
by Walter Ryce
Monterey County Weekly, 05/16/13

Paper Wing's 'Mr. Bruce, Do You Swear?' Explores Brilliance, Controversy of Comedian Lenny Bruce
by Kathryn Petruccelli
Monterey Herald, 05/15/13

Alumni Entrepreneur: Jose Miguel (American Burger)
by Elizabeth MacDonald
Cal State Monterey Bay Magazine, 05/13/13

Mrs. Delish's Now Serves Vertigo Coffee

Posted on May 18th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

Mrs. Delish's Cupcake Boutique is happy to announce that we now serve fresh brewed Vertigo coffee from San Juan Bautista. Be sure to try a cup with one of our sweet treats!

In an age of computerized programmable roasting machines that reduces a roaster's role to that of a quality control manager, Vertigo specializes in the old world craft of small batch, slow drum roasting. Using a vintage German made cast iron roaster and time tested tools as touch, sight, and smell, they practice the art of roasting in the old, venerable traditions of Northern Italy. All the coffees are hand crafted just a few pounds at a time, slowly, with love and magic.

Film Commission Awards 2013 Scholarship to Nicholas Fryou

Posted on May 11th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

The Monterey County Film Commission, located in the Lighthouse District, is pleased to announce that Nicholas Fryou, a student at CSUMB, was the winner of the 2013 Monterey County Film Commission’s Director Emeritus Richard Tyler Film Student Scholarship Award.

Fryou, who is from Aromas, is a senior at CSUMB majoring in Teledramatic Arts and Technology. He'll use the $2,000 award towards the production expenses of a dramatic Western he plans to create for his senior film project.

For more information on the scholarship fund and Nicholas Fryou, please click here or phone MCFC at 831-646-0910.

Martial Arts Summer Camp, June 17-21

Posted on May 7th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

Monterey Budokan Martial Arts Academy, located in the heart of Monterey's Lighthouse District, is now accepting registrations for our Martial Arts Children's Camp for boys and girls, ages 7-14. The class will be held June 17-21, 10am-3pm.

For 5 days in a safe environment, young warriors will have an opportunity for powerful experiences. Daily activities will include: a gentle introduction to martial arts in a supportive environment, preparation for the new school year with good awareness of bully prevention, knowledge about self-boundaries and assessment of comfort level, first aid, safety, survival skills, knife throwing, and wooden sword training.

Camp will be taught and facilitated by certified black-belt instructors who are experienced in teaching children. Students will learn self-defense skills and safety awareness, self-esteem and confidence building, teamwork, and conflict resolution talks. And we'll also have games, surprises, and fun!

Tuition fee is $195 for the 5-day camp. To view the summer camp brochure, please click here. To register, please click here.

Lighthouse District in the News, 05/07/13

Posted on May 7th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

Welcome to Lighthouse District in the News, an occasional post featuring recent news articles on Monterey's Lighthouse District. Please click the links below to read the full articles.

Sneak Peek at Cindy's Waterfront Restaurant at Monterey Bay Aquarium
by Marc C. Anderson
Monterey County Weekly, 04/30/13

Top Six Epicurean Upgrades of the Moment... Number Five: English Butties (Bulldog British Pub & The Dog)
by Mark C. Anderson
Monterey County Weekly, 05/07/13

Movies in the Park: Pick this Year's Films!

Posted on April 24th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

The New Monterey Business Association wants YOU to pick the movies for Movies in the Park 2013. It's easy as one, two, see.

ONE: Nominate. Pick three movies you'd like to see and send us the list via e-mail, through our Facebook page, or by clicking on "Add Comment" at the bottom of this post. Nominations must be received by 12pm on Monday, May 20. Please note: all nominations should be PG-13 or below (no R-rated movies) and run less than 2 hours.

TWO: Vote. The ten most nominated movies will be voted on by the public at LighthouseDistrict.net. (Voting begins Thursday, May 23 and ends Wednesday, June 5.)

SEE: The three movies that get the most votes will be shown this year at Movies in the Park in Scholze Park. Show dates this year are July 13, August 10, and September 14, and October 12. Movies start a half-hour after sunset.

Sal's Alley Side Cafe Now Open!

Posted on April 24th, 2013 by Lighthouse District

Sal's Alley Side Cafe is now open in New Monterey's Lighthouse District! Owned and operated by Sal, the owner of Carbone's, the cafe is located at 204 Lighthouse Avenue (next door to Carbone's) and open 3pm-2am.

Welcoming hungry folks of all ages, Sal's Alley Side Cafe offers simple, easy dining including bar food, daily specials, burgers, meatloaf, stuffed peppers, and pasta. Come on down and check us out!

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