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Bamboo Reef Dive Shop, located at 614 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey, is proud to have the latest from Atomic Aquatics: the new T25 Limited Edition Regulator! In celebration of 25 years of innovation, Atomic has created their most durable and distinctive regulator yet. Crafted from titanium and coated with an iridescent, diamond-like-hardness coating, the T25 resists wear and tear and will perform for years and years.

Clocking in at just under 1.8 pounds, the T25 is the lightest regulator in the world - perfect for travel or local diving! Pop in to the shop and see this beauty in person.

Election Day for the 2021 California Gubernatorial Recall Vote on September 14 is fast approaching. If you want the chance to participate, make sure your registration is up-to-date at voterstatus.sos.ca.gov. The last day to register to vote online is August 30, 2021.

This vote will determine whether or not Gov. Gavin Newsom remains in office and, if he is removed from office, which candidate will replace him. Find nonpartisan information on this and all elections on VotersEdge California, a website by the League of Women Voters California and MapLight.

By August 16, all counties will start mailing every active, registered voter a vote-by-mail ballot for the recall election on September 14, 2021. Return your ballot by mail with prepaid postage, drop off your ballot at the permanent ballot box in front of the Monterey Public Library at 625 Pacific Street, or vote in-person (find your polling place).

Monterey Peninsula Unified School District's Superintendent PK Diifenbaugh has issued an important message to all MPUSD families outlining additional steps the district is taking to protect students from Covid-19. Please read the full message here.

Of Note: Free Covid Testing

COVID-19 Home Test Kits: MPUSD is purchasing ‘home test kits' for families of students on modified quarantine so that required COVID testing can be performed at home free of charge, and to ensure students can remain at school provided that students are asymptomatic and test negative twice within a 10-day period.

Centralized COVID-19 Testing: Beginning in early September, MPUSD will be partnering with Lightspeed Testing to ensure families/students have access to free testing twice a week at a centralized location. Everyone can find a variety of current weekly testing locations here.

Sahara Sun Tanning & Boutique is now hiring part-time employees! Please email your resume to us to set up an interview. Sales experience is necessary.

Sahara Sun Tanning in a family-owned business with locations at 585 Lighthouse Avenue and 2440 Fremont Street in Monterey and at 22756 Portola Drive in Salinas.

Cypress Boutique is having a big summer sale! Now through August 31, get 40% off men's t-shirts, button ups, and shorts and 40% off women's dresses, skirts, blouses, jumpsuits, and shorts. Visit us at 800 Lighthouse Avenue, Suite C in Monterey.

Looking for a sweet way to explore Monterey on two wheels? Rent a BCycle electric-assist hybrid bike from Epicenter Cycling at 230 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey and point it in just about any direction for coastal fun with amazing views. It's perfect for getting around town.

Daily rental fee is $44.99. One size. Comes with lock. Book your rental in advance online.

The New Monterey Business Association encourages you to vote for Lighthouse District businesses in Monterey County Weekly's Best of 2021 Readers Poll. We're a group of small, owner-operated businesses, but we pack a great punch when it comes to quality food, goods, and services. Go ahead, make our day!

Salsa Dancing Nights have returned to American Burger at 738 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey. Doors open at 9pm, when we'll begin with a dance lesson. All levels of dancers are welcome. Face masks are recommended.

Dance Schedule - August
Thursday, August 19 - $10
Thursday, August 26 - $10

Come dance with us and enjoy pupusas, burgers, beer, wine, and milkshakes.

Now, for a limited time only, Sahara Sun Tanning is offering 4 Versa Spa treatments for only $99.95 (save 50%) and 10 mid-pressure / high-pressure tans for only $99.95. Visit Sahara Sun at 585 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey, or call us at 831-375-9584 to make an appointment.

Carpets & Floors, Inc., a luxury flooring store located at 471 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey, is looking for excellent carpet, hardwood, and vinyl plank flooring installers. All installers must have their contractor's license.

We provide competitive compensation for installation of all flooring types. If you take pride in your work and want to work for a company that provides some of the best service and quality materials, then this locally-owned business is the right place for you. We specialize in wool, handwoven carpets, seagrass, and exceptional quality hardwood and vinyl plank flooring.

To apply, please contact Amanda Baker via phone, 831-372-2300, or via e-mail.

Scholze Park Community Center, located at 280 Dickman Avenue in Monterey, will reopen on Monday, August 2, 2021. The Center will be open Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm. Programs for adults will include Tai Chi, drawing and painting, watercolor painting, sewing, bingo, bridge, film screenings, Meals on Wheels drive-thru meals for seniors, and other arts, crafts, and exercise classes.

The safety of the community and staff remains a top priority. It is required to wear a face mask over your nose and mouth; eating is not permitted inside the facility; hand sanitizer is available throughout the building; and enhanced cleaning and disinfecting procedures will be in place.

For more information about Scholze Park Center programs or to request a modification to the mask requirement for medical or disability reasons, please call 831-646-3878. Learn more about Monterey Recreation programs or register online here.