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New Rivers to Seas stickers are now available at On The Beach! Featuring artwork by the Pacific Coast's own Drew Madden, each lighthearted design is hand-drawn and completed using watercolors, distinguishing them from the computer illustrated stickers commonly found on the market.

On The Beach Surf Shop is located at 693 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

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Annual Chocolate and Wine Fundraiser for Monterey Public Library

Posted on February 18th, 2021 by lighthouseave

Monterey Public Library Friends & Foundation presents the 16th Annual Chocolate & Wine Fundraiser, held online on Saturday, February 27 at 7pm. Celebrate with chocolate, wine, and savories from the comfort of your home! Visit the library virtually, see what's cooking with an expert chef, discover online learning opportunities, and much more.

Tickets range $40-$100 and all proceeds benefit Monterey Public Library. Learn more and make your reservation here. You may pick-up your gift bag on Saturday, February 27, 1pm-3pm in the Pacific Street parking lot next to Monterey Public Library or pay an extra $10 for special delivery to your Monterey Peninsula home.

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$40 - Event registration only, no gift bag

$75 - Event registration with basic chocolate and wine gift bag
includes wine, chocolates, savories, printed program

$100 - Event registration with premium chocolate and wine gift bag
includes wine, chocolates, savories, printed program, commemorative wine glasses, face mask

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Free Covid-19 Vaccine Town Hall with Dr. Martha Blum

Posted on February 11th, 2021 by lighthouseave

Montage Health invites you to join Dr. Martha Blum, infectious disease specialist, as she discusses the Covid-19 vaccine and answers questions from the community in a free online forum on Wednesday, February 24, 5:30pm-6:30pm.

Dr. Blum will discuss vaccine benefits, side effects, and who is eligible to get the vaccine in the early stages. This free online presentation will be available to a limited number of people through WebEx and also available to everyone to view live on CHOMP's Facebook page.

If you wish to join the forum via WebEx, please register online in advance. You will be able to type questions for Dr. Blum during the registration process.

Please note: if you are unable to attend on February 24, the presentation will be recorded. We recommend checking CHOMP's Facebook page after the event.

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Be a Hero. Wear a Mask.

Posted on February 11th, 2021 by lighthouseave

Help stop the spread of Covid-19! When you wear a face mask, you're a hero to the hard-working owners and employees of small businesses in Monterey's fun and funky Lighthouse District, keeping them and their families safe.

Pro tip: everyone over the age of 12 is required to wear a face covering over the nose and mouth when indoors and outdoors in Monterey's business districts (except when dining at a table). Fines from code enforcement officers begin at $100.

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From now until April 4, 2021, California Finest CBD Depot is offering 20% off everything in the store! We carry our own line of CBD products as well as a wide range of top name brand CBD items including tinctures, topicals, edibles, coffee and teas, and bath and beauty products.

California Finest uses only high quality, non GMO, organic ingredients in all of our products, and our processes and packaging are designed to have a minimal effect on the environment. We're now open for in-store shopping as well as curbside pick-up at 800 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey. Local delivery is available.

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Monterey Recreation has partnered with the Alliance on Aging to offer coronavirus-safe tax preparation for seniors at the Scholze Park Community Center. This service is available by appointment only beginning in February 2021. Assistance is free and available in English and Spanish.

Interested seniors should call the Alliance on Aging at 831-655-1334 or visit this page to request an appointment to drop off their tax paperwork at the curb. When they arrive for their first appointment, an Alliance on Aging tax preparer will meet them at their vehicle to get their tax paperwork in order to prepare their taxes. A second Alliance on Aging tax preparer will then verify the taxes and the senior can return for a second appointment to pick up their prepared tax returns at the curb.

Scholze Park Community Center is located at 280 Dickman Avenue in Monterey. Please note that strict Covid-19 protocols will be followed and the Alliance on Aging tax preparers will not be sharing work space.

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Resold Threadz is overflowing with beautiful new inventory - come take a look! We have everything from designer brand clothing to vintage apparel, plus some wonderful accessories.

Notably, we've recently acquired some vegan shoes and boots as well as brand new leather boots. We also have an amazing wedding dress, evening gown, and beautiful cocktail dresses.

Resold Threadz is located at 800 Lighthouse Avenue, Suite B in Monterey. Questions? Give us a call at 831-297-6370.

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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 Small to 3XL.

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

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Cypress Boutique Monterey has some great new arrivals for spring, including some stylish yet comfortable dresses and pants for women in a variety of sizes and colors.

We welcome visitors to our store at 800 Lighthouse Avenue, Suite C in Monterey, and happily offer curbside pick-up or shipping - just visit our website or give us a call at 831-324-0587.

Let owner Mary Ojugo help you find something nice to wear for any occasion! Cypress Boutique is open Tues-Sun, 11:30am-6pm.

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Are you an omnivore looking for the ultimate in comfort food? We have good news for you! 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. (Did I mention the homemade bacon?)

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

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Tutto Buono Eataliano invites you to try our delicious polpette (a.k.a. meatballs) made by our own Chef G in-house! A small, family-run business drawing on our Sicilian-American roots, we're now open for take-out and no-contact curbside pick-up at 598 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey. View our menu online and give us a call at 831-920-1940.

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Bamboo Reef Dive Shop, located at 614 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey, is offering some great deals on our gear and classes right now. Don't miss out!

Scuba Package
Get 20% off your personal diving gear when you buy it all together! Our scuba package includes an XS Scuba Zenith Mask, XS Scuba Metro Snorkel, Aqualung 6.5mm Superzip Booties, and Mares Superchannel Fins.

Cold-Water Freediving Suits
Snag a limited edition 7mm Sea Sniper freediving suit for 30% off. (Buy one for the halibut!)

Bundle and Save on Classes
Do you want to advance your diving career or expand your diving knowledge? Signup for multiple SCUBA specialty courses with Bamboo Reef and you can save on classes, class materials, and time. Choose from over half a dozen different SCUBA specialty classes! We offer a Specialty Diver Bundle, an Advanced Diver Bundle, and a Master Diver Bundle - view details and pricing here.

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The popular Electra Loft bicycle has been hard to come by lately. But the good news is that Epicenter Cycling just got a shipment in and we want you to have first dibs!

This lightweight, durable commuter bike boasts 700c wheels and a foot-forward, upright riding position that provides optimum speed, comfort, and control.

What's more, Loft is available in Step-Over and Step-Thru frames in an array of stylish colors. Customize your Loft with a range of accessories for utility and flair.

Epicenter Cycling is located at 230 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.

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Monterey County Seeks Covid-19 Emergency Volunteers

Posted on February 2nd, 2021 by lighthouseave

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.

Please note that becoming an Emergency Volunteer is a lengthy and involved process and should only be undertaken if you can fully commit to a minimum of 16 hours per week for at least three consecutive weeks.

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February 2021 Drive Thru Produce Distribution in Monterey

Posted on January 30th, 2021 by lighthouseave

Need food assistance? Reservations are now available for the February 2021 Drive Thru Produce Distribution for Families and Seniors offered by the City of Monterey Recreation and the Monterey County Food Bank. This is now a contact-free drive-thru program and reservations are required.

In August, there's extra room in the schedule to accommodate more families. Pick-up times are on Mondays - February 1, 8, and 22, 10am-1pm - by appointment only at Dennis the Menace Parking Lot, 777 Pearl Street in Monterey.

All produce is pre-packaged and the same for everyone. Please read the official flyer which contains all the details. Questions? Please call 831-646-3866 or e-mail Monterey Recreation.

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Here at Resold Threadz we currently have some really great graphic t-shirts for sale. Stop by the boutique at 800 Lighthouse Avenue, Suite B in Monterey and have a look. We are always updating our inventory and taking in new consignments.

We currently have a lot of new inventory on display and on the sales rack right outside our door. We also have some great finds like high-end fashion and vintage clothing and accessories. We are also displaying jewelry by a wonderful local artist, Leah Mark Designs.

If you have any questions, feel free to take a look at our website or give us a call 831-297-6370. Masks are required. We have hand sanitizer and social distancing is in force.

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Free Food Boxes for MPUSD Families

Posted on January 28th, 2021 by lighthouseave

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 February 22 on Wednesday and Thursdays, 12pm-2pm at select school locations during Grab & Go. (Please note: these boxes are available on a first-come, first served basis.)

On Wednesdays, distribution is at the following schools: Del Rey Woods Highland, King: SOA, La Mesa, Los Arboles Middle, Marshall, and Seaside Middle.

On Thursdays, distribution is at the following schools: Crumpton, Marina Vista, Monte Vista, Monterey High, Olson, Ord Terrace, and Seaside High.

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