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Current Comics Celebrates 20 Years in Business!

Posted on January 13th, 2023 by Current Comics

Current Comics, the oldest Comic Shop in Monterey County, is celebrating 20 years of serving comic and pop culture fans with the best in comics, graphic novels, Manga, trading cards, and action figures.

Founded in Salinas on February 14, 2003, with a personal collection of comics and action figures, they initially did business from an old metal cash box on a makeshift countertop. The family-owned business grew rapidly, opening their second store at 400 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey in 2009.

Current Comics now uses the most sophisticated, cloud-based systems available to manage a massive 40,000 book inventory. Whether it’s a current comic, or an extremely rare, 80-year-old collectible, shop owner Travis Pratt and his team can find it for you. Most of the inventory is listed on their website.

Services available include subscription “pull list” advance ordering and comic appraisals (yes, they might buy your old comics). Online sales and nationwide shipping are available through their website using their amazing ComicHub system.

For the 20th Anniversary Celebration there will be some amazing deals and special commemorative items - be sure to check back later on the Lighthouse District calendar for details.

More Info

http://www.CurrentComics.net/...http://www.CurrentComics.net

On The Beach Surf Shop Now Hiring

Posted on January 4th, 2023 by On the Beach Surf Shop

Ready to make this year better than 2022? We're hiring at On The Beach Surf Shop - come and join our team! Full-time and part-time positions available including assistant manager, social media, sales floor staff, and snow tech.

Stop by the shop at 693 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey and pick up a job application or send your resume to owner Kelly Sorensen.

More Info

https://onthebeachsurfshop.com/...https://onthebeachsurfshop.com

Sunrise Cafe Open for Breakfast and Lunch in New Monterey

Posted on December 30th, 2022 by Sunrise Cafe

The Lighthouse District welcomes Sunrise Cafe, our newest breakfast and lunch spot, recently opened at 204 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

Locally owned and open six days a week, 8am-2pm (closed Wednesdays). The menu includes pancakes and eggs, breakfast burritos, biscuits and gravy, salads, fresh local seafood, hamburgers, and savory pastas. Stop by and meet the staff, grab a cup of coffee, and enjoy a great meal!

More Info

https://www.lighthousedistrict.net/...https://www.lighthousedistrict.net/biz/sunrise-cafe

An Experience Your Holiday Guests Won't Forget at Escape Room 831

Posted on December 22nd, 2022 by Escape Room 831

Christmas is coming... and so are your out of town guests! Dazzle them by taking them for a puzzle solving quest at Escape Room 831 and treat them to the mysterious and immersive worlds they designed to disorient you, delight you, and challenge your capacity for logic against the clock.

Also, Escape Room 831 has gift cards so if you want to gift an extraordinary experience to someone local, this is your ticket.

2022 Lighthouse District Holiday Display Contest Winners

Posted on December 21st, 2022 by lighthouseave

The New Monterey Business Association congratulates the winners of our 2022 Lighthouse District Holiday Display Contest!

Best Holiday Light Display
Malinka European Mini Market
484 Lighthouse Ave, Ste 100

Best Holiday Window Display
The Perfect Crumb Bakery
301 Lighthouse Ave, Suite B

We encourage residents and visitors to come down to Lighthouse Avenue in New Monterey and view the many creative, amusing, and beautiful holiday displays in the windows of shops and restaurants.

Holiday Dresses at Cypress Boutique

Posted on December 19th, 2022 by Cypress Boutique Monterey

Are you looking for the perfect dress for that holiday party? Stop by Cypress Boutique Monterey and check out our stunning holiday dresses and accessories.

Are pants and sweaters more your style? We've got those, too! Let our staff help you find the right look for the occasion. We're located at 800 Lighthouse Avenue, Suite C in Monterey

More Info

https://www.cypressboutiquemonterey.com/...https://www.cypressboutiquemonterey.com

Kids' Bike Drive at Epicenter Cycling

Posted on December 19th, 2022 by Epicenter Cycling

Epicenter Cycling invites you to help local underprivileged children experience the joy of cycling by donating gently used bikes to our Share the Love Kids’ Bike Drive.

Now through December 31, 2022, bikes can be dropped off at Epicenter Cycling, located at 230 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey. Cash contributions are also appreciated and will go toward the purchase of new Trek bikes for donation.

Please note: we cannot accept donations of department store bicycles as they can't be tuned up.

More Info

https://www.epicentercycling.com/...https://www.epicentercycling.com

Get Cleaning Help for the Holidays with Heaven on Earth

Posted on December 19th, 2022 by Heaven on Earth Cleaning

Don't want to clean your house for the holidays? Dreading the post-holiday mess when all the guests leave? Let Heaven on Earth Cleaning help you!

Based in the Lighthouse District, Heaven on Earth serves homes and offices in Monterey, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach, Seaside, Marina, Carmel, Salinas, and more. Visit our website to book a cleaning or call us at 831-373-6243 for more information.

More Info

https:heavenonearthcleaning.com/...https://heavenonearthcleaning.com/

Chic Event Rentals' Showroom Is Moving

Posted on December 12th, 2022 by Chic Event Rentals

Locally owned Chic Event Rentals has closed the doors of our former Monterey showroom at 485 Lighthouse Avenue, but we are remodeling our new showroom right down the street at 301 Lighthouse Avenue and plan to reopen on February 1, 2023. We look forward to seeing you then!

Until February, please contact us through our website should you need quality rentals with virtually limitless inventory and outstanding customer service in Monterey or Santa Cruz Counties. Our showroom and warehouse in Castroville remains open and is going strong.

More Info

https://chiceventrentals.com/...https://chiceventrentals.com

Monterey Fire Department Holiday Food Drive 2022

Posted on December 7th, 2022 by lighthouseave
Christmas Tree and Lights

Monterey Fire Department is collecting food and toy donations this holiday season. The toy drive will run through December 15, 2022. The food drive for Food Bank for Monterey County will run through January 3, 2023.

A community toy-wrapping party will take place on Friday, December 16, 6pm-10pm at Monterey High Gym, 101 Hermann Drive in Monterey. Everyone is invited to help wrap presents.

Collection bins for food and toys are located at the following fire stations:
Station No. 11 - 600 Pacific St, Monterey
Station No. 12 - 582 Hawthorne St, Monterey
Station No. 13 - 401 Dela Vina Ave, Monterey
Station No. 14 - 600 Pine Ave, Pacific Grove
Station No. 15 - 6th Ave between Mission & San Carlos, Carmel

More Info

https://monterey.org/...https://monterey.org/city_hall/departments/fire/index.php

Winter Wear at Fashion Trade Boutique

Posted on December 6th, 2022 by Fashion Trade Boutique

Cold weather is here! Luckily, Fashion Trade Boutique has a wide selection of winter wear for men and women, including coats, jackets, boots, and hats. (Not to mention fun holiday gifts including purses, scarves, and more.) Visit us at 554 Lighthouse Avenue and find warm clothing and holiday fun.

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