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The Bulldog Sports Pub abruptly closes, leaving many wondering what happened.
by Sloan Campi
Monterey County NOW, 05/21/26

Monterey Peninsula Pride is getting ready for the annual Pride Parade and Celebration in Downtown Monterey on Saturday, June 27. The organization relies heavily on community volunteers to pull off this joyful, family-friendly celebration.

Interested in volunteering? Sign up here. It's a lot of fun, and a great way to give back to the community and get to know local LGBTQIA2S+ individuals and allies.

Spa on the Plaza, located at 201 Alvarado Street, is offering summer specials in June and July, including a Coastal Glow Massage (50 min.), a Manuka Drench Facial (50 min.) and a Sunset Glow Package (110 min.).

To learn more and make an appointment, phone 831-647-9000.

Freedom Bakery introduces our new Tuxedo Cake ! It’s a sharp-looking, delicious combination of classic chocolate cake filled with layers of decadent Belgian chocolate ganache and dreamy white chocolate mousse, iced with whipped cream.

Taste free samples at Freedom Bakery's Monterey Boutique at 305 Webster Street. Open Tue-Sun, 10am-1pm.

The California primary election is June 2, and it's time to vote! A permanent Monterey County Elections ballot drop box for voters is installed at Monterey Public Library, available 24 hours a day until 8pm on June 2.

The County will empty it on a regular basis. Just drop your ballot safely in the box at 625 Pacific Street.

Venture Gallery presents the work of Cheryl Kampe , our featured local artist for June. Her exhibit of paintings, entitled Water Lilies and Paris Lights , was inspired by a trip to Paris and Giverny, France last fall.

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

The Monterey trolley has returned! This free service operates May 23 - September 7, 10am-6pm daily. Trolleys run every 10-15 minutes. Look for the green MST Trolley signs to board along the route .

Park in the Downtown Monterey Garage (340 Tyler) or the Cannery Row Garage (601 Foam) and get a free ride to the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, the Lighthouse District, Downtown Monterey, and Old Fisherman's Wharf.

The Monterey trolley has returned! This free service will operate May 23 - September 7, 10am-6pm daily. Trolleys run every 10-15 minutes. Look for the green MST Trolley signs to board along the route .

Park in the Downtown Monterey Garage (340 Tyler) or the Cannery Row Garage (601 Foam) and get a free ride to the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, the Lighthouse District, Downtown Monterey, and Old Fisherman's Wharf.

Thank you to Monterey's newest 4th of July Parade business and organization sponsors!

Adventures by the Sea
Alvarado Street Brewery
C3 Engineering, Inc.
Rotary Club of Monterey Pacific
T.A.S.K. 4 U + Me Foundation Inc.
The Paul Mortuary
Veterans For Peace Chapter 46

Learn how your business can become a sponsor.

Monterey Peninsula Pride is getting ready for the annual Pride Parade and Celebration in Monterey on Saturday, June 27. They rely heavily on community volunteers to pull off this joyful, family-friendly celebration.

Interested in volunteering on June 27? Sign up here. It's a lot of fun, and a great way to give back to the community and get to know local LGBTQIA2S+ individuals and allies.

Monterey's annual 4th of July Parade is presented by the small but mighty staff of the nonprofit Old Monterey Business Association (OMBA). But we can't do it alone! Did you know it costs us $40,000 to put on the parade? And when it comes to paying the bills for this event, we can use all the help we can get.

If you would like to make a tax-deductible donation of any amount to keep this beloved event going strong, please visit this page to learn more.

The California primary election is June 2, and it's time to vote! A permanent Monterey County Elections ballot drop box for voters is installed at Monterey Public Library, available 24 hours a day until 8pm on June 2. The County will empty it on a regular basis. Just drop your ballot safely in the box at 625 Pacific Street.

Off The Charts Monterey now offers free, local delivery straight to your door! Our initial delivery hours are 10am-6pm. Place your order online or on the OTC app. (Only available for ages 21+ or for ages 18+ with valid medical recommendation.)

Off The Charts is located at 734 Lighthouse Avenue. License #C10-0001536-LIC

Plato's Closet Monterey is celebrating the Class of 2026! Class of 2026 grads, come shop with us now through May 31 and save 26% off your entire purchase at our store at 402 Lighthouse Avenue. Bring your student ID and let's celebrate together.

Please note: this offer excludes all Coach brand items.

If you can give 3-4 hours of time on June 6 and want to help represent this downtown, we still have needs at all positions, but especially at popcorn booth and street safety attendant positions.

Monterey's annual 4th of July Parade is presented by the small but mighty staff of the nonprofit Old Monterey Business Association (OMBA). But we can't do it alone! Did you know it costs us $40,000 to put on the parade? And when it comes to paying the bills for this event, we can use all the help we can get.

If you would like to make a tax-deductible donation of any amount to keep this beloved event going strong, please visit this page to learn more.

Does your pre-teen love art? Youth Arts Collective is bringing back our Teaching Across Generations program (TAG), with summer workshops open to artists ages 11-13.

Explore collage, painting, science illustration, and ceramics with us two Saturdays a month, 10am-12pm. Learn more here.

Good news for library fans! Monterey Public Library , Carmel Public Library , and Pacific Grove Library are now sharing physical books, audio, and videos to patrons of all three libraries. This will allow community members to use their preferred library to access an expanded catalog of content. Learn more.

More good news? Carmel, Pacific Grove, and Monterey continue to allow all California residents to get a library card for free.

Thank you to Monterey's newest 4th of July Parade business and organization sponsors!

Arts4MC, Arts Council for Monterey County
Carolyn B. Harris, Attorney at Law
Del Rey Car Wash
Monterey County Bank
Monterey Credit Union
Monterey Marriott
Peter Boggs, Realtor
Rosine’s Restaurant & Caffe by Rosine's
Team Beesley - KW Coastal Estates
U.S. Bank

Learn how your business can become a sponsor.

Downtown Campbell offers 1,000+ free off-street public parking spaces. The First Street Garage is conveniently located just 2 blocks from the center of Downtown and typically has available spaces – even during peak times.

Play Full Ground is excited to announce that our Afterschool Co-Creation Studio for middle and high school students has begun! Registration is ongoing, and students can start at any time. Learn more here.

The program, led by artist and educator Mai Ryuno, brings students together to share ideas and develop community-focused projects. Now offering free trial sessions for potential new students - email Mai.

The Coastal Roots Hospitality Group - including Montrio restaurant at 414 Calle Principal - has designated Monterey County Film Commission as the nonprofit recipient of its Pick It Up - Pay It Forward Program for May and June 2026.

When you order takeout food from Montrio , 10% of your order will automatically be donated to this nonprofit organization which promotes our county to the film industry. (Offer doesn't apply to delivery orders.)

On a film set they say "Take Two!" But MCFC says "Take Out!"

In May and June, if you order takeout from Montrio , Rio Grill , or Tarpy's , 10% of the cost will be donated to the Lighthouse District's own Monterey County Film Commission, a nonprofit organization promoting Monterey County locations, crew, and businesses to the film industry.

Monterey Core Fitness women's gym is excited to welcome our new 6am coach and personal trainer, "Z".

Z has been part of the Core Fit family for 2 years and is an absolute powerhouse. In addition, she genuinely cares, shows up for others, and wants to help you become your best self.

To sign up for a group class or make an appointment with Z for personal training, visit our website .