Winter is coming, and Fashion Trade has new coats arriving weekly. Stop by and see our collection of stylish vintage outerwear at 554 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey. We have warm jackets for all occasions.
2026 calendars have arrived at Lighthouse Books! There are a wide variety of titles to choose from - 200 different calendars - but quantities are limited to 1 or 2 of each, so be sure to visit us soon at 600 Lighthouse Ave in Monterey. We're open daily, 11am-6pm.
Current Comics at 400 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey now has in stock the first Marvel / DC crossover comic in over 20 years, Deadpool / Batman #1, released on September 17, 2025.
Deadpool / Batman #1 is an incredible, 64 page one-shot comic with 7 different stories inside for just $6.99. We still have 2 covers in stock: the main cover and a 1:25 ratio cover. Want to possess all 21 covers? We have a single edition containing a full set of all 21 covers available for $350 for the hard-core fan.
Stay tuned, bat lovers! Deadpool / Batman #1 of September will be followed in November by Batman / Deadpool #1, a DC / Marvel collaboration in which DC takes the lead.
This coming Wednesday, September 24, Curent Comics will have New Fun Comics #1 on our shelves. It's an exact replica of the first DC comics ever put out in 1935 (before they were even named DC Comics).
This book is an anthology of different comic stories, each 1-2 pages long. With a variety of characters to explore that haven't been seen in almost 100 years, like Buckskin Jim the Trailblazer or Sandra of the Secret Service. And on every page there's the continuing story of Oswald the Rabbit, a character originally created in 1927 by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks before the advent of Mickey Mouse. Stop by the shop and ask about it.
Current Comics has recently been buying collections of vintage comics and making them available for sale. We now have a bunch of good titles from DC and Marvel comics from the 1980s and a couple hundred DC Silver Age books from the 1960s-1970s, including military stories set in WWII including Our Fighting Forces, Our Army at War, and more titles.
Our selection is ever-changing as we slowly work through the collections we've acquired, price them, and make them available to you. All are at the store at 400 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey, and some are also available on our website.
Welcome to Lighthouse District in the News, an occasional post featuring recent news articles on Monterey's Lighthouse District. Please click the link below to read the article.
New seasonal cocktails at Pearl Hour bring serious expression to fresh flavors
by Dave Faries
Monterey County NOW, 09/04/25
Monterey Core Fitness introduces our newest personal trainer, Elizabeth Ray, to our women's fitness studio at 191 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.
Elizabeth brings an incredible background as a former D1 athlete, youth athletic trainer, and NASM certified personal trainer. On top of her professional experience, she's walked her own powerful fitness and weight loss journey, making her passionate about helping others feel strong, capable, and confident.
Elizabeth specializes in functional-based training, focusing on strength, mobility, and nutrition - not just for sport, but for the movement and energy you need every single day. Having overcome injuries and limited mobility herself, she knows firsthand how empowering it is to rebuild and grow stronger.
Elizabeth strongly believes that exercise and wellness are for everyone. No matter your experience or goals, she’s here to meet you where you’re at and guide you forward. Whether you’re looking to build strength, improve mobility, or boost your overall health, Elizabeth is ready to help.
She's available for personal training consultations on Tuesdays, 4pm-7pm, and Thursdays, 4pm-7pm. Make your appointment for a one-on-one or two-on-one buddy session.
Tattoo artist Janice Komar (Ink by Janice), will be in residence at Gold Coast Tattoo October 24 - November 1. Sessions are limited. Deposit required. Book through her website. Gold Coast is located at 639 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.
Janice is the owner of Opal Lotus Tattoo Shop in Houston, Texas. With nearly two decades of experience in the tattoo industry and a background in painting since 1989, Janice brings a unique perspective and artistic flair to every project.
Her specialties include black and grey, blackwork, fine line, neo-traditional, traditional, and color. Themes include floral, pets, gothic, geometric, nature, sweet and scary, and more. She welcomes small and large tattoo projects.
Cypress Boutique is having a Summer Clearance Sale! Get 50% off women's summer dresses, blouses, pants/shorts/skirts, hats, and purses. AND get 50% off men's summer shirts and shorts.
Any items that were already marked-down? Take an extra 25% off!
Come shop your favorites before they're gone. Cypress Boutique is located at 800 Lighthouse Avenue, Suite C in Monterey.
Did you know? Lighthouse Bistro Global Cuisine serves breakfast and brunch every weekend at 570 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.
Saturdays and Sundays, 9am-3pm, enjoy omelets, eggs benedict, pancakes, salads, sandwiches, kibbeh, momo (dumplings), and much more. Plus, get a mimosa or a glass of sparking wine for only $5.
A message from the City of Monterey about our local sea lions:
City of Monterey's Parks Division this week has temporarily closed San Carlos Beach, located at Cannery Row and Reeside Avenue. A colony of sea lions have arrived en masse to use the beach as a resting spot.
The City of Monterey is working closely with staff at the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. We will keep the public informed as to the beach's status.
We want residents and visitors to be safe while visiting the coastline, and remind you to enjoy and watch the sea lions from a distance of at least 150 feet. Sea lions are large and can be unpredictable and territorial.
Please remember, we humans are sharing this space with other species. Marine mammals, including sea lions, are protected under the Marine Mammal Protection Act. People who harass, feed, capture, or kill any marine mammal could face a hefty fine or even jail time.
- August 22, 2025
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 article.
A new spot in Monterey travels the culinary world, offering something for everyone – with a surprise or two [Lighthouse Bistro Global Cuisine]
by Dave Faries
Monterey County NOW, 07/31/25
Testing the Waters: Oystertown latches onto its new home, joining a rising tide of of pop-ups going permanent
by Becky Duffett
Concept Carmel, 06/24/25
Monterey Car Week celebrates community and passion for cars [Mattress Nation]
by Michael Rosales
KSBW, 08/11/25
Monterey's Lighthouse District has a bunch of businesses that made it to the finals in Monterey County Weekly's Best of 2025 Reader's Poll, including TWO spots nominated for Best New Business of 2025: Carmel Valley Guitar and Oystertown. (Whoo-hoo!!!)
Now we need you to vote! The Lighthouse District mostly consists of small, owner-operated businesses, but we pack a great punch when it comes to quality food, goods, and services. Final voting is open until August 29, 2025. Go ahead, make our day!
You'll find more than burgers at American Burger Restaurant! Come try our Club Sandwich featuring bacon, turkey, lettuce, tomato, and house sauce on toasted sourdough bread with a side of fries. We're located at 738 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.
View our entire menu of juicy burgers plus sandwiches, salads, milkshakes, and more on our website.
On The Beach Surf Shop's brand new palm tree logo is in and ready to add to your collection! Rep OTB in style - we've got tees, crewnecks, hoodies, and hats now in stock in a variety of colors. Come snag yours at 693 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey.
Attention high school students! Do you feel that traditional classroom learning is too restrictive? Do you want to have more freedom in your learning, with assessments that reflect your growth and potential beyond just numbers and scores?
If the conventional educational model doesn't fit your creative spirit, consider joining Play Full Ground's creative learning community.
Artist and educator Mai Ryuno is opening her artist studio in the heart of Monterey's Lighthouse District as a micro school for high school students who want to learn creatively and grow into caring citizens of the world. Join this fall for creative and collaborative learning. Check out the website and make an appointment for you and your family to chat with Mai and learn more.
Here's a chance to break free from traditional education and design a future that’s uniquely yours.
Did you know? Recycled Records carries CDs by some local musicians including local R&B singer Ktbaaby. Come to 604 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey - support local talent and your local record shop.
Recycled Records is a locally-owned record store with a great selection of used vinyl, new pressings, CDs, and DVDs in a variety of genres. Established in 1975, the shop is now owned and operated by two Monterey locals, Kellen and Bree, who are building community one music lover at a time.
Welcome to Lighthouse District in the News, an occasional post featuring recent news articles on Monterey's Lighthouse District. Please click the link below to read the article.
An event venue in Monterey is ready for Car Week with a new permit [Veloce Valuations]
by David Schmalz
Monterey County NOW, 07/17/25
Current Comics is holding a Back Issue Blowout Sale through August 24, 2025. Get 40% off all comics in stock older than 5 months (except for "Priced As Marked" comics). Visit the shop at 400 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey to catch a great deal.
Why the big sale? Shop owner Travis Pratt starting working at this small, locally-owned comic shop on July 23, 2011. (Little did he know that he'd end up buying the business 3 years later.) Happy anniversary, Travis!
Did you know that Bamboo Reef Dive Shop is not just a great place to buy new diving gear, fill up tanks, take classes, and sign up for amazing dive trips? We also overhaul and do performance testing on scuba gear including regulators, BCDs, dive computers, SCUBA and SCBA tanks, and more.
Stay safe and get the best performance out of your equipment by maintaining it well! Visit the shop at 614 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey, or call us at 831-372-1685 for more information.
Attention mange fans! A bunch of new manga books have just arrived at Current Comics - all titles we haven't stocked before, related to popular anime series. Our shelves now hold Black Torch, Rooster Fighter, Record of Ragnarok, Black Clover, One Piece, Dan Da Dan, and more.
Come check them out at the shop at 400 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey or browse the Manga Section on our website for easy pickup or mail order.
