Dress Sale at Fashion Trade, January 12-16
This week, January 12-16, 2016, all dresses are 20% off at Fashion Trade! And receive a gift with a $50 purchase.

This week, January 12-16, 2016, all dresses are 20% off at Fashion Trade! And receive a gift with a $50 purchase.
Local residents Rose and David Eaton have organized a grassroots effort to help the homeless in Monterey! If you have a warm jacket you don't use anymore, please drop it off in the designated box at On The Beach or Sunshine Freestyle in the Lighthouse District, or at All Saints' Day School in Carmel. They are especially in need of waterproof jackets with hoods. Rose and David will make sure your jacket goes to someone in need of warmth this winter. To learn more, watch KION's news piece on the effort.
Congratulations to former Monterey County Supervisor Marc Del Piero, who was honored with a Reel Vision Award by the Lighthouse District's own Monterey County Film Commission in December 2015. When the idea of creating a Monterey County Film Commission was being considered by the Monterey County Board of Supervisors in 1987, it was then-Supervisor Marc Del Piero—along with Supervisor Sam Karas—who championed the cause. They hoped the county would benefit from the economic boost that on-location film production could bring to the area. Little did they know that by 2015 film productions would have meant more than $92 million in economic impact for Monterey County’s communities.
Pictured with Marc Del Piero is MCFC Board President Jeff Clark and MCFC Board Chair Gloria Gargiulo at the awards ceremony.
Congratulations to the Lighthouse District's own wedding event professionals, A Sparkling Event wedding planning, Manuel Ortega Photography, and Chic Event Rentals for winning WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards for 2016! The WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards recognizes the top five percent of local wedding professionals from the WeddingWire Network who demonstrate excellence in quality, service, responsiveness and professionalism. Winners of the award are determined by recent reviews from over a million WeddingWire newlyweds.
Prime, located in the Lighthouse District, is pleased to announce our new Brazilian Juijitsu Classes taught by Marcos Gutierrez at 6am and 6pm Monday - Friday and at 9am on Saturday. Learning Brazilian Jiujitsu will give you the opportunity to train in a self defense system, empower yourself, and build a healthier body while you create friendships. Classes are 90 minutes and consist of body conditioning, jiujitsu specific drills, and live sparring (non striking). No experience is necessary.
Marcos Gutierrez started training in Brazilian Jiujitsu in 2008 under Tom Knox, a Cleber Luciano Black Belt. Marcos holds the rank of brown belt. His passions are competing in sport Jiujitsu, training, and teaching. Pleae contact Marcos for information about class and private training rates, 559-750-7553.
Oya Salon is excited and ready to ring in this new year with our upcoming guest stylist Nathan Andrew! Nathan, a certified Master Color Expert, is an individual with a passion for not only hair, but for education as well. He feels that to stand out as a stylist, you have to be more than mediocre. Becoming an educator for the Wella Company has been a highlight of his career that continues to take him to new places and inspire others. Nathan will be at Oya January 21-23, 2016. Please phone us today to book your appointment, 831-656-0570.
Paper Wing Theatre has been called one of the top 3 best theatre companies on the Monterey Peninsula. Maybe it's because with our background in teaching, we don't require previous experience from our actors. Maybe it's because we produce plays that are more provocative. Maybe because we take chances on new work, giving more opportunities to local playwrights and artists. Maybe it's because we were created by actors, for actors. Or maybe it's just because we feel all artists and performers should have a home. No matter why...we want you to be part of our rogue little company!
Paper Wing Theatre will be having auditions for its 2016 season. Please join us January 9 and 10, 11am-3pm, at our Lighthouse District Theatre on Hoffman. Drop ins are welcome and will be taken on a first come, first served basis. Be prepared to read from a script. If you are auditioning for a musical, please bring sheet music to sing part of one song.
Our process is low-stress, and is perfect for beginners and those stepping back onstage after a hiatus. We want you to succeed and be on our stage! No experience is necessary!
Musicals:
"Songs for a New World"- April 15 through 30. Directed by Noah Reeves
2 men, 2 women up to 4 men, 4 women. Teens and up. STRONG VOCALS, EXP. PREFERRED
"Pippin" - August 12 through 28. Directed by Kate Faber
One 8 to 12 year old boy, (can be played by a girl). Teens and up for ensemble and leads. Lots of parts for men and women.
"REPO! The Genetic Opera." October 14 through 31st. Directed by Koly McBride.
multi aged cast. Teens and adults, many parts. One diva opera singer.
Plays:
"Believers" TBA March/ April
"Mozambique" TBA May/June
"Knocked up By Satan" Sept/October
Adult content
"Beowulf" Nov/Dec
"Snow White and the Evil Queen" July
Kids of all ages needed!
…plus more showsTBD!
First come, first seen. Bring your friends and don't be nervous.....we WANT you to join our family!
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.
Top 10 New Restaurants in Monterey County [Zab Zab]
by Mark Anderson
Monterey County Weekly, 12/24/15
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.
Ranking the Best Monterey County Restaurants of 2015, Part 2 [La Bahia, Bon Ton L'Roy's]
by Mark Anderson
Monterey County Weekly, 12/17/15
Join the Lighthouse District's Bamboo Reef and Keith and Carol McNutt on this spectacular dive vacation to Tasik Ria Resort in Manado, Indonesia, August 4-15, 2016.
About 30 minutes drive from the hustle and bustle of Manado is Tasik Ria Resort & Spa. This family owned and run resort, with its peaceful and scenic palm-fringed backdrop, offers not only luxury and comfort but also a level of warmth and hospitality which in today's frantic world is such a rarity. With the Bunaken National Park only a 45 minute boat ride away, you can be assured of some of the best diving in the world.
Price is $2,995 all-inclusive. The fee includes: roundtrip airfare; 7 nights, double occupancy; sea view rooms; 6 diving days, 3 dives per day; breakfast, lunch, and dinner; roundtrip airport transfers; and one extra night in Singapore. (Single occupancy is available for a supplement of $250.)
A $500 non-refundable deposit secures your spot on this trip. Price is subject to change without notice. For more information, please phone us at 831-372-1685.
Lilify and Bright Coffee are delighted to have signature handmade soaps created by Yeun Byun of Soaps of 7 Flowers now on the floor. Starting with clean, all-natural ingredients from sustainable sources, these soaps are rich in topical and therapeutic benefits and produced locally in small batches. They're great for holiday gifts!
Fashion Trade is holding a holiday special from Tuesday, December 15 through Saturday, December 19, 2015. Buy two items and get a third item of equal or lesser value free!
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.
Ranking the Best Monterey County Restaurants of 2015, Part 1 [Namaste India Bistro]
by Mark Anderson
Monterey County Weekly, 12/10/15
New at Pixels Graphic Design, Print & Copy on Lighthouse: t-shirt print and press transfers! Have your photo, logo, or message pressed right on to your clothing. Send in or drop off your photo and/or any message you'd like to add. Your design can be ready to press or we can design something awesome for you.
You can bring your own t-shirt, or a t-shirt can be ordered on your behalf. Please allow 2-3 business days from acceptance to completion. More lead time may be needed as we approach Christmas.
Print & Press Transfers: Standard (8" x 10.5"): $10 each
Print & Press Transfers: Large (10.5" x 16.5"): $15 each
Print & Press Tote Bag** (color/style options): $3-$7 +transfer charge
**Requires pre-order.
Oya Salon is proud to announce that we are collecting Toys For Tots! If you would like to donate a new, unwrapped toy for this great cause, come by the salon 9am-5pm, December 3-15, 2015. We look forward to seeing you. Happy holidays!
Beginning this Saturday and Sunday, December 5 and 6, Carbone's presents a New Monterey Rainbow Happy Hour, 3pm-6pm! This all-inclusive happy hour for LGBT and allies features free pool, $4 drafts and well drinks, and $13 pitchers of sangria.
Pixels Graphic Design, Print & Copy invites you to share your year and your favorite photos in a custom 2016 calendar made from your photos. They make great holiday gifts! Send in or drop off at least 12 photos to have full-page prints for each month of your calendar. Common holidays are automatically entered, but you may add a few special dates throughout the calendar. Half size mini-calendars are also available.
Full-Size Photo Calendars are 8.5"x11"
Choice of Glossy or matte printing
Choice of saddle stitch (folded) binding or coil (punched) binding
Special additional photo may be used on the cover
Pricing
1: $19.99
2-9: $16.99
10-20: $14.99
21-30: $10.99
+Ask
Please allow 5-7 business days from acceptance to completion.
A message from Creative Visions: We would like to formally announce that Creative Visions, located at 856 Lighthouse Ave, is under new ownership. The change in ownership was effective as of October 1, 2015. In addition, our studio has officially changed its name to Creative Visions Ink.
We would like to assure you that all of our artists and our body piercer will remain the same. Furthermore, the services and quality of our artists, as well as the products sold within our studio, will continue to be sold with the intention of sustaining the reputation that Creative Visions has built over the past 11 years.
You are all valuable clients and we look forward to continuing to provide you with a welcoming environment where you are encouraged to discuss your tattoo or piercing needs with our staff.