They're baaaaack... Sea lions have returned in large numbers to San Carlos Beach. The City of Monterey has temporarily closed the beach to keep all humans and pinnipeds safe.

Everyone, please remember to enjoy the sea lions from a distance - they are large and can be territorial and unpredictable.

A reminder: all 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. It's their bay too.

Esteban Restaurant invites you to try our new Tapas Happy Hour menu and drinks al fresco on our beautiful outdoor patio or inside our casual Mediterranean dining room nightly, 4:30pm-6pm. We're known for our delicious Spanish-inspired California cuisine and cozy,...

The Cooper-Molera Adobe Museum has opened a gift shop! There you'll find postcards of the property, porcelain replicas of found china, tote bags, t-shirts, writing plumes, handcrafted ornaments by local ceramist Casey Starks , and old fashioned children's games.

The Museum, located at 506 Munras Avenue, is open Fri & Sat, 10am-2pm.

Wholehearted Tattoo is excited to introduce three experienced artists new to our studio: Adrianne Marcella, Brian Hutflies, and Jordan LeFever.

As a group, their work includes American Traditional, Japanese Traditional, and some remarkable black and gray realism. Learn more about each artist .

Fall 2025 Adult Coed Volleyball League – Registration is OPEN! Wednesday nights at the Campbell Community Center.

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 .

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. 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.

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.

Now Enrolling for the 2025–2026 School Year!

Campbell Recreation Pre-School begins September 2, 2025, and registration is open with limited spots remaining!

Give your child the best start in a trusted, play-based program that’s been supporting...

Wendi Kirby Music is offering three music classes for children beginning in September: a Group Piano Class (6+ yrs), a Kindermusik Little Musicians Class (4.5 - 7 yrs), and a Kindermusik Mixed Age Class (6 mo - 4.5 yrs).

All three classes provide children with a strong foundation of skills in a fun and engaging setting. Learn more.

To celebrate ADOR's first year in Downtown Campbell, every $80 spent in the month of August gets you an entry to win a $300 shopping spree at ADOR!

The fun doesn't stop there! Your entry also could potentially win...

High schoolers, do you feel that traditional classroom learning is too restrictive? If the conventional educational model doesn't fit your creative spirit, consider joining Play Full Ground's creative learning community .

This fall, artist and educator Mai Ryuno is opening her artist studio as a micro high school for students who want to learn with more freedom and creativity. Check out the website and make an appointment for you and your family to chat with Mai.

Did you know? Recycled Records carries CDs by some local musicians including local R&B singer Ktbaaby . Come to 604 Lighthouse Avenue; support local talent and your local record shop.

Downtown Old Monterey welcomes our newest boutique, New June! Located at 176 Bonifacio Place, New June carries thoughtful goods, new and found.

You'll find clothing, accessories, homewares - curated vintage and artisan-made pieces. Go browse the latest drops, you never know what you'll find.

New June is now accepting consignment. Let your pre-loved pieces find a new home.

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. Get 40% off all comics in stock older than 5 months (except for "priced as marked" comics). Visit the shop at 400 Lighthouse Avenue to catch a great deal.

Venture Gallery presents France Ruhnke , our featured local artist in August and September. This exhibit of her contemporary mixed media work, entitled Creative Flow , includes contour drawing, oil painting, shadow boxes, and objects such as vintage maps, feathers, and wire.

Venture Gallery is open daily, 10am-6pm, at 260 Alvarado Street.

Did you know that Bamboo Reef Dive Shop overhauls and does performance testing on scuba gear including regulators, BCDs, dive computers, SCUBA and SCBA tanks, and more?

Stay safe and get the best performance from your equipment by maintaining it well! Visit the shop at 614 Lighthouse Avenue for more info.

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. Check them out at 400 Lighthouse Avenue.

The Rose Books and Obscurities, located at 136 Bonifacio Place, has recently added over a dozen new titles on Eastern philosophy and religion to our collection.

Highlights include an 1884 first edition of The Life of Buddha. an early edition of T he Celestial Song by Edwin Arnold, and a stunning copy of The Buddhism of Tibet by Laurence Waddell.

🎉 Celebrate Parks & Recreation Month! 🎉

Join Us for a Month of FREE EVENTS This July!

www.campbellca.gov/july

🎶 Summer Concerts – Weekly on Thursdays, 6:30–8:00 PM

⚽ Day at the CCC –...

Rosine's Restaurant is known for delicious desserts. Can't decide on just one? Order the cake sampler, which features your choice of three small-bite desserts. Visit 434 Alvarado Street.

Youth Arts Collective invites you to view our 2025 Summer Art Show, showcasing over 100 original works created by YAC's talented young artists and mentors.

The show will open with a public reception on Friday, July 25 and continue for a month online and in our gallery at 472 Calle Principal. Hours are Mon-Fri, 3pm-7pm & Sat, 12pm-4pm.

Are you a Monterey resident having trouble paying your electric/gas bill? PG&E has two financial assistance programs - details are below.

This new program provides bill assistance to eligible customers. Enroll to match every dollar...