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See Important Meetings and Events, including how to join our March 9 2022 Annual Meeting

Members enjoyed pizza, Caesar salad, chips with guacamole, salsa and veggie dips, wine, beer, and delicious chocolate chip cookies courtesy of Events by Classic Catering at the Perry House on January 12th. Heaters, party lights, candles and starlight gave a festive atmosphere. A special highlight was a first peek at our new website, developed by our own Max Troyer, who displayed it in the carriage house. Here are some photos of the event.

Monday, February 7, 2022, 6-7 pm MPUSD School Realignment Discussion. Two trustees of MPUSD will discuss the realignment of Monterey Vista and Walter Colton schools.  This zoom meeting is hosted by our neighboring Monterey Vista Neighborhood, who has graciously included an invitation to Old Town residents.  To obtain the zoom link, please email mvneighborhood@gmail.com.   If you have questions, please submit them by Jan 25. 

Saturday, February 12, 2022 5:30 pm–“Dr. Watson Recalls Sherlock Holmes”, a theatrical presentation written and performed by local actor Howard Burnham through MCTA.  Dr. Watson comes to Pacific Grove’s Chataqua to memorialize the famous detective while on a national tour in 1900.  Free, but donations are appreciated.  Registrations required at: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sf5OzqXETBej1wkKZh1sfgt:  

Thursday, February 20, 4 pm.- “All Things Relative: Finding Family at the Library”.   Get ideas on how to organize your genealogy treasures, from your family trees, documents, photos and random notes.  Class is sponsored by the Monterey Library and will be online by zoom.  It is free, but you need to register at:  https://montereypl.libcal.com/event/8805638 

February 19, 2-4  pm – “A Local Treasure: Monterey County Historical Society” – at the Pacific Grove Art Center, 568 Lighthouse Avenue in Pacific Grove.  Presentation on the historical highlights of the county through eight decades, the purchase of the Boronda adobe, and the acquisition of 80,000 photos from Pat Hathaway’s collection.  Free refreshments, including Sicilian cookies from an historic recipe from Carmel Bakery, will be available after the presentation.  RSVP to wendybrickman@gmail.com or 831-633-4444.  

Wednesday, March 9, 2022 7 pm.- Old Town Neighborhood Association Annual General Meeting via zoom.  Election of board of directors for next one year term.  If you are interested in serving on the board or a committee, please reply to this email.   The zoom link is: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86806746588.  The current candidates for one of the seven director positions for the next one-year term are, in alphabetical order: Corey Brunson, Phyllis Bussey, Amy Eitoku, Robert Grimes, April Harrison, Gari Soulé, and Nancy Soulé.  Nominations are also accepted from the floor.  The elected directors will then vote on the officers, committee chairs and liasons.   

Saturday, March 12, 10 am.  Monterey’s Tile Mural.   Meet by the tile mural at the back of the Conference Center, corner of Pacific and Del Monte Avenues, to hear Michael Sovereign explain the historic scenes of Monterey depicted by artist Guillermo Granizo, who would have been 99 years old on March 11.  Please wear a mask, as we will be in a close group, even though outside.   No reservation required.   Rain cancels event.  Questions? Reply to this email. 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Fisherman’s Wharf “Heart to Heart” Valentines Contest- Submit a photo during February taken at the wharf showing a red heart held along with a four-line Valentine’s poem to info@montereywharf.com.  The three winning poems will be read on David Marzetti’s “Sundays with Sinatra” radio program on KMBY 1240am/95.9FM.   Include a one-sentence photo caption, your name, address, email and phone number, and indicate whether the photo can be used on the Wharf’s social media, along with photo credit (who took the photo and what it describes).   The subject line of the email should state “Wharf Heart to Heart Photo and Poem Contest Entry”.   Prizes up to $100 in Wharf Dollars.  More details at montereywharf.com. 

 Stefani Esta Art Exhibit at MMA Old Town artist and sculptor Stafani Esta has a featured exhibit at Monterey Museum of Art at 559 Pacific Street through March 26, 2022.  “Currents and FLUX” presents a range of media, styles and genres.  Two of her sculptures are in the adjacent park.

Annual History Slam Accepting submissions. – The annual history slam will be held on May 7, and will feature presentation on local historical topics by citizens who speak for 10-15 minutes via zoom.  For information or to submit a short description, contact Sean Briscoe at briscoe@monterey.org by April 1. Participants selected will be notified by April 7.  There is also a Student History Slam, which will be on April 30 for middle and high school students.  If you would like to participate in the Student History slam, contact Emily Gottlieb at emily@westernflyer.org.  If you would like register for the History Slam or Student History Slam, please click on the links below.   

Third Annual History Slam: https://montereypl.libcal.com/event/8846198 

Second Annual Student History Slam: https://montereypl.libcal.com/event/8846210 

History Slam 2021 Recording: https://youtu.be/PpBxJgSOtgA 

Free Rapid Covid Testing – Free rapid covid testing may be done at Peets coffee in the Portola Hotel and Plaza, Tues-Sat 7 am to 4 pm (closed Sun/Mon), subject to availability.

The Pacific Grove Art Center has new art exhibits through February 24, as well as the work of  local winners of the youth art contest, and historical photos of Monterey County.  568 Lighthouse, open Weds-Sat 12-5 pm; Sunday 12-4 pm. 

Free Vaccine Clinic hosted by the Monterey Fire Department each Tuesday 4-7 pm at the Farmer’s Market on Alvarado Street.  Pfizer, Moderna, J&J vaccines plus boosters are offered.

Undergrounding Committee Seeks Interested Residents -Our Old Town Neighborhood Undergrounding Committee is working jointly with interested residents of Monterey Vista and New Monterey Neighborhoods to work on a plan to underground utilities. You can contact Suzie Grimes at suziegrimes@juno.com with your ideas and to become part of this committee. 

Monterey County Theater Alliance – The Monterey County Theater Alliance has been providing us many interesting theatrical presentations over zoom.  For an ongoing schedule for these events, usually free and on zoom, visit admin@theatremonterey.org.    Free theatrical presentations on topics of local history will usually show also under events.    Thank you, MCTA, for offering us so many interesting topics during the covid time of sheltering in place! 

Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association? Annual membership dues are $20 per household and go to help support social events and technical costs of website, Zoom meetings, and newsletter. Learn how become a member on our website! If you have any questions, contact us!

This information is being shared as a service of Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Information is presumed accurate but not guaranteed, and always subject to change. 

Tuesday, February 1, 2022, 7 pm Monterey City Council Public Hearing #5 on New Election Districts.  This meeting will the public to discuss the district map selected, and sequencing of districts.  Information be found at: https://haveyoursaymonterey.org/districting.  Public comments can be sent to cityclerk@monterey.org.  You can view and speak at the meeting in person at City Council Chambers, view on Comcast Channel 25, on You-Tube at  youtube.com/cityofmonterey, call in toll free to 833-568-8864 with ID 160 772 9333#. or join via Zoom at https://monterey-org.zoomgov.com/j/1607729333.

Monday, February 7, 6-7 pm MPUSD School Realignment Discussion. Two trustees of MPUSD will discuss the realignment of Monterey Vista and Walter Colton schools.  This zoom meeting is hosted by our neighboring Monterey Vista Neighborhood, who has graciously included an invitation to Old Town residents.  To obtain the zoom link, please email mvneighborhood@gmail.com.   If you have questions, please submit them by Jan 25.

February 19, 2-4  pm – “A Local Treasure: Monterey County Historical Society” – at the Pacific Grove Art Center, 568 Lighthouse Avenue in Pacific Grove.  Presentation on the historical highlights of the county through eight decades, the purchase of the Boronda adobe, and the acquisition of 80,000 photos from Pat Hathaway’s collection.  Free refreshments, including Sicilian cookies from an historic recipe from Carmel Bakery, will be available after the presentation.  RSVP to wendybrickman@gmail.com or 831-633-4444. 

Wednesday, March 9, 2022 7 pm.- Old Town Neighborhood Association Annual General Meeting via zoom.  Election of board of directors for next one year term.  If you are interested in serving on the board or a committee, please reply to this email.   The zoom link is: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86806746588.

Saturday, March 12, 10 am.  Monterey’s Tile Mural.   Meet by the tile mural at the back of the Conference Center, corner of Pacific and Del Monte Avenues, to hear Michael Sovereign explain the historic scenes of Monterey depicted by artist Guillermo Granizo, who would have been 99 years old on March 11.  Please wear a mask, as we will be in a close group, even though outside.   No reservation required.  

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Free Rapid Covid Testing – Free rapid covid testing may be done at Peets coffee in the Portola Hotel and Plaza, Tues-Sat 7 am to 4 pm (closed Sun/Mon), subject to availability.

The Pacific Grove Art Center has new art exhibits through February 24, as well as the work of  local winners of the youth art contest, and historical photos of Monterey County.  568 Lighthouse, open Weds-Sat 12-5 pm; Sunday 12-4 pm.

Free Vaccine Clinic hosted by the Monterey Fire Department each Tuesday 4-7 pm at the Farmer’s Market on Alvarado Street.  Pfizer, Moderna, J&J vaccines plus boosters are offered.

Undergrounding Committee Seeks Interested Residents -Our Old Town Neighborhood Undergrounding Committee is working jointly with interested residents of Monterey Vista and New Monterey Neighborhoods to work on a plan to underground utilities. You can contact Suzie Grimes at suziegrimes@juno.com with your ideas and to become part of this committee. 

Monterey County Theater Alliance – The Monterey County Theater Alliance has been providing us many interesting theatrical presentations over zoom.  For an ongoing schedule for these events, usually free and on zoom, visit admin@theatremonterey.org.    Free theatrical presentations on topics of local history will usually show also under events.    Thank you, MCTA, for offering us so many interesting topics during the covid time of sheltering in place! 

Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association? Annual membership dues are $20 per household and go to help support social events and technical costs of website, Zoom meetings, and newsletter. Learn how become a member on our website! If you have any questions, contact us!

This information is being shared as a service of Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Information is presumed accurate but not guaranteed, and always subject to change.

A big THANK YOU to all the volunteers who helped at the member appreciation Evening in the Garden at the Perry House on Wednesday and helped make it such a tremendous success!   If you have pictures to share, please reply to this email and send by jpg for posting on our new website or newsletter.

Tuesday, January 18, 2022, 7 pm Monterey City Council Public Hearing #4 on New Election Districts.  This meeting will discuss some of the districts recommended to the City Council, which can be found recently posted at: https://haveyoursaymonterey.org/districting.  Public comments can be sent to cityclerk@monterey.org.  You can view and speak at the meeting in person at City Council Chambers, or view on Comcast Channel 25, on You-Tube at youtube.com/cityofmonterey, by zoom at https://monterey-org.zoomgov.com/j/1607729333website or newsletter.

 Wednesday, January 19, 2022, 7 pm.- Old Town Neighborhood Association Board Meeting via zoom.  All residents of Old Town are invited to our board meeting via zoom at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87448450307.  

Thursday, January 20, 4 pm  – “A Tidal Odyssey: Ed Ricketts and the Making of Between Pacific Tides”, a discussion via Zoom lead by historian Tim Thomas with authors Donald Kohrs and Richard Astro on their new book of same name.  This event, sponsored by the Monterey Public Library, is free but registration is required at: https://montereypl.libcal.com/event/8722334. 

Saturday, January 22, 1-4 pm – Japanese American Heritage Center Reopening and Dedication of New Mural and Garden, 424 Adams Street (street across from Jack’s Park, perpendicular to entrance of Monterey Sports Center). This free community event will include the unveiling of a new mural by Pacific Grove native and muralist, Heather Seavey, daughter of historian Kent Seavey, the Japanese garden dedication, and self-guided tours of the museum.  Taiko drummers will perform at 1 pm.   Light refreshments will be served.  For more information, contact 831-648-8830 or info@jaclmonterey.org.

February 19, 2-4  pm – “A Local Treasure: Monterey County Historical Society” – at the Pacific Grove Art Center, 568 Lighthouse Avenue in Pacific Grove.  Presentation on the historical highlights of the county through eight decades, the purchase of the Boronda adobe, and the acquisition of 80,000 photos from Pat Hathaway’s collection.  Free refreshments, including Sicilian cookies from an historic recipe from Carmel Bakery, will be available after the presentation.  RSVP to wendybrickman@gmail.com or 831-633-4444.  

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Free Rapid Covid Testing – Free rapid covid testing may be done at Peets coffee in the Portola Hotel and Plaza, Tues-Sat 7 am to 4 pm (closed Sun/Mon), subject to availability.

The Pacific Grove Art Center has new art exhibits through February 24, as well as the work of  local winners of the youth art contest, and historical photos of Monterey County.  568 Lighthouse, open Weds-Sat 12-5 pm; Sunday 12-4 pm. 

Free Vaccine Clinic hosted by the Monterey Fire Department each Tuesday 4-7 pm at the Farmer’s Market on Alvarado Street.  Pfizer, Moderna, J&J vaccines plus boosters are offered.

Undergrounding Committee Seeks Interested Residents -Our Old Town Neighborhood Undergrounding Committee is working jointly with interested residents of Monterey Vista and New Monterey Neighborhoods to work on a plan to underground utilities. You can contact Suzie Grimes at suziegrimes@juno.com with your ideas and to become part of this committee. 

Monterey County Theater Alliance – The Monterey County Theater Alliance has been providing us many interesting theatrical presentations over zoom.  For an ongoing schedule for these events, usually free and on zoom, visit admin@theatremonterey.org.    Free theatrical presentations on topics of local history will usually show also under events.    Thank you, MCTA, for offering us so many interesting topics during the covid time of sheltering in place! 

Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association? Annual membership dues are $20 per household and go to help support social events and technical costs of website, Zoom meetings, and newsletter. Learn how become a member on our website! If you have any questions, contact us!

This information is being shared as a service of Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Information is presumed accurate but not guaranteed, and always subject to change. 

We are excited to see clear skies are predicted for Old Town Neighborhorhood Associations’ Membership Appreciation Party at the Perry House this Wednesday!  See newest info and other events below:

Wednesday, January 12, 2022, 5:30-7:30– Old Town Neighborhood Association’s Member Appreciation Evening in the Garden at the Perry House returns to celebrate the New Year!   Wine, beer, non-alcoholic beverages and heavy hors d’oeuvres are elegantly provided by Events by Classic caterers at this beautiful historic mansion located at 201 Van Buren Street. This free event is for adult OTNA member paid for 2022bringing proof of covid vaccinations or a negative covid test within 72 hours.  WE ARE REQUIRING MASKS TO BE WORN AT CHECK IN AND WHEN INSIDE AT ALL TIMES, however members will have access to eat in the garden  which has heaters, by the fire pit, and along the terraces without masks.   Please dress accordingly.  Free rapid covid testing may be done at Peets coffee in the Portola Hotel and Plaza, Tues-Sat 7 am to 4 pm (closed Sun/Mon).  If you find you can no longer attend, please email to let us know.  Guests who have reservations should have received an email confirming the reservation and whether or not 2022 dues have been received or are to be paid at the door.  Volunteers should have received their assignment information by email.  If you have questions, please reply to the email.   

Friday, January 14 and Saturday, January 15 at 7:30pm; -Sunday, January 16 at 2 pm –Mark Twain and the Wild, Wild, West, 1861-1868-– Free theatrical performance written and directed by Carol Marquart and performed by her theatrical team via zoom through Monterey County Theater Alliance.  Free but donations are appreciated.  Registration required.

Tuesday, January 18, 2022, 7 pm Monterey City Council Public Hearing #4 on New Election Districts.  This meeting will discuss some of the districts recommended to the City Council, which can be found recently posted at: https://haveyoursaymonterey.org/districting.  Public comments can be sent to cityclerk@monterey.org.  You can view and speak at the meeting in person at City Council Chambers, or view on Comcast Channel 25, on You-Tube at youtube.com/cityofmonterey, by zoom at https://monterey-org.zoomgov.com/j/1607729333, or call in toll free to 833-568-8864 with ID 160 772 9333#.    

Wednesday, January 19, 2022, 7 pm.- Old Town Neighborhood Association Board Meeting via zoom.  All residents of Old Town are invited to our board meeting via zoom at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87448450307.

 Saturday, January 22, 1-4 pm – Japanese American Heritage Center Reopening and Dedication of New Mural and Garden, 424 Adams Street (street across from Jack’s Park, perpendicular to entrance of Monterey Sports Center). This free community event will include the unveiling of a new mural by Pacific Grove native and muralist, Heather Seavey, daughter of historian Kent Seavey, the Japanese garden dedication, and self-guided tours of the museum.  Taiko drummers will perform at 1 pm.   Light refreshments will be served.  For more information, contact 831-648-8830 or info@jaclmonterey.org.

February 19, 2-4  pm – “A Local Treasure: Monterey County Historical Society” – at the Pacific Grove Art Center, 568 Lighthouse Avenue in Pacific Grove.  Presentation on the historical highlights of the county through eight decades, the purchase of the Boronda adobe, and the acquisition of 80,000 photos from Pat Hathaway’s collection.  Free refreshments, including Sicilian cookies from an historic recipe from Carmel Bakery, will be available after the presentation.  RSVP to wendybrickman@gmail.com or 831-633-4444.  

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Free Rapid Covid Testing – Free rapid covid testing may be done at Peets coffee in the Portola Hotel and Plaza, Tues-Sat 7 am to 4 pm (closed Sun/Mon)

The Pacific Grove Art Center has new art exhibits through February 24, as well as the work of  local winners of the youth art contest, and historical photos of Monterey County.  568 Lighthouse, open Weds-Sat 12-5 pm; Sunday 12-4 pm. 

Free Vaccine Clinic hosted by the Monterey Fire Department each Tuesday 4-7 pm at the Farmer’s Market on Alvarado Street.  Pfizer, Moderna, J&J vaccines plus boosters are offered.

Undergrounding Committee Seeks Interested Residents -Our Old Town Neighborhood Undergrounding Committee is working jointly with interested residents of Monterey Vista and New Monterey Neighborhoods to work on a plan to underground utilities. You can contact Suzie Grimes at suziegrimes@juno.com with your ideas and to become part of this committee. 

Monterey County Theater Alliance – The Monterey County Theater Alliance has been providing us many interesting theatrical presentations over zoom.  For an ongoing schedule for these events, usually free and on zoom, visit admin@theatremonterey.org.    Free theatrical presentations on topics of local history will usually show also under events.    Thank you, MCTA, for offering us so many interesting topics during the covid time of sheltering in place! 

Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association? Annual membership dues are $20 per household and go to help support social events and technical costs of website, Zoom meetings, and newsletter. Learn how to become a member on our website! If you have any questions, contact us!

This information is being shared as a service of Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Information is presumed accurate but not guaranteed, and always subject to change. 

Happy New Year from your board at Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Please note these events and meetings coming up.   Only a few spots left for the Party Jan 12!

Tuesday, January 4, 2022 7 pm Monterey Public Hearing #3 on New Election Districts.  This meeting will discuss some of the districts recommended to the City Council, which can be found recently posted at: https://haveyoursaymonterey.org/districting.  Public comments can be sent to cityclerk@monterey.org.  You can view and speak at the meeting in person at City Council Chambers, or view on Comcast Channel 25, on You-Tube at youtube.com/cityofmonterey, by zoom at https://monterey-org.zoomgov.com/j/1607729333, or call in toll free to 833-568-8864 with ID 160 772 9333#.  

Monday, January 10, 2022, 7-8 pm – The Native Daughters of the Golden West present “The Japanese Fishermen of Monterey Bay”, by historian Tim Thomas at the House of Four Winds, 540 Calle Principal, Monterey.  $10 donation requested.  RSVP at 831-633-4444 or email brickman@brickmanmarketing.com. 

Wednesday, January 12, 2022, 5:30-7:30– Old Town Neighborhood Association’s Member Appreciation Evening in the Garden at the Perry House returns to celebrate the New Year!   Wine, beer, non-alcoholic beverages and heavy hors d’oeuvres are elegantly provided by Events by Classic caterers at this beautiful historic mansion located at 201 Van Buren Street. This free event is for adult OTNA member paid for 2022bringing proof of covid vaccinations or a negative covid test within 72 hours.  As of this writing, we expect to have access indoors with masks, as well as access to the garden, terraces and beautiful carriage house.  To join or renew your membership, please see details at the bottom of this email.  Dues paid now will cover through the following calendar year (2022), and make you eligible to reserve your place, as there are very limited spaces left.  We expect to be on a waiting list only basis soon.   Thanks to all who have volunteered to help at check-in.  We don’t expect to need further volunteers.  To reserve for the party, use the contact form and choose “Membership Question,” and send us your name(s), address and phone. Remember that we will require proof of vaccination or a negative covid test within 72 hours, and masks will be required at check-in and indoors.  Free rapid covid testing may be done at Peets coffee in the Portola Hotel and Plaza, Tues-Sat 7 am to 4 pm (closed Sun/Mon).   If not an email user, please mail your reservation request to OTNA, P O Box 724, Monterey, CA 93942.   If you find you can no longer attend, please email so another may attend. 

Friday, January 14 and Saturday, January 15 at 7:30pm; -Sunday, January 16 at 2 pm –Mark Twain and the Wild, Wild, West, 1861-1868-– Free theatrical performance written and directed by Carol Marquart and performed by her theatrical team via zoom through Monterey County Theater Alliance.  Free but donations are appreciated.  Registration required: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_j8BhOeWZSV6eA6Vn5-TwfA

Wednesday, January 19, 2022, 7 pm.- Old Town Neighborhood Association Board Meeting via zoom.  All residents of Old Town are invited to our board meeting via zoom at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87448450307.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Free Rapid Covid Testing – Free rapid covid testing may be done at Peets coffee in the Portola Hotel and Plaza, Tues-Sat 7 am to 4 pm (closed Sun/Mon).   

Free Vaccine Clinic hosted by the Monterey Fire Department each Tuesday 4-7 pm at the Farmer’s Market on Alvarado Street.  Pfeizer, Moderna, J&J vaccines plus boosters are offered.

Undergrounding Committee Seeks Interested Residents -Our Old Town Neighborhood Undergrounding Committee is working jointly with interested residents of Monterey Vista and New Monterey Neighborhoods to work on a plan to underground utilities. You can contact Suzie Grimes at suziegrimes@juno.com with your ideas and to become part of this committee. 

Monterey County Theater Alliance – The Monterey County Theater Alliance has been providing us many interesting theatrical presentations over zoom.  For an ongoing schedule for these events, usually free and on zoom, visit admin@theatremonterey.org.    Free theatrical presentations on topics of local history will usually show also under events.    Thank you, MCTA, for offering us so many interesting topics during the covid time of sheltering in place!

Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association? Annual membership dues are $20 per household and go to help support social events and technical costs of website, Zoom meetings, and newsletter. Learn how become a member on our website! If you have any questions, contact us!

This information is being shared as a service of Old Town Neighborhood Association. Information is presumed accurate but not guaranteed, and always subject to change.

Tuesday, December 21, 2021 – 4 pm. City Council Meeting on Retail Cannabis.   Comments can be sent to cityclerk@monterey.org up to 30 minutes prior to the meeting and are part of the public record.  You may attend in person at City Council Chambers,  (masks required), view the meeting on You-Tube at youtube.com/cityofmonterey, view on Comcast Channel 25 or by Zoom at https://monterey-org.zoomgov.com/j/1607729333.

Tuesday, December 21, 2021 – 7 pm public hearing on boundaries for district-based elections.   Public is invited to give input on ideas for new districts for elections.   Comments can be sent to cityclerk@monterey.org up to 30 minutes prior to the meeting and are part of the public record.  You may attend in person at City Council Chambers,  (masks required), view the meeting on You-Tube at youtube.com/cityofmonterey, view on Comcast Channel 25 or by Zoom at https://monterey-org.zoomgov.com/j/1607729333

Friday, December 31, 2021 3-Midnight – First Night Monterey 2022– Celebrate New Years Eve in historic downtown Monterey with over 50 performances both inside and out at this safe and family oriented event.  Events start at 3 pm at Colton Hall lawn with free art and fun for youth and young at heart, followed by the Twilight Procession. Advance purchase of a button and proof of vaccination or negative covid test with ID required for the indoor performances, culminating in the Midnight Finale Performance.  Buttons are your admission and can be purchased at Safeway stores through December or online at www.firstnightmonterey.org. with pick up at three downtown locations. Adults $29 ($22 with discount); Youth 6-15 $18 ($12 with discount), 5 and under free.  Family packages (2 adults and 2 youth) $86 ($56 with discount). More info at www.firstnightmonterey.org.  Monday, December 13, 8 pm – is the deadline for Early Bird Discount of First Night Monterey Buttons.

Friday, December 31, 6 pm-7:15- Monterey County Pops! Free Concert at the Golden State Theater sponsored by Old Monterey Foundation.  Celebrate Monterey’s 250^th Birthday postponed from 2020.  Mayor Clyde Roberson and other dignitaries will open, and there will be birthday cake as well as a fabulous concert, part of the First Night celebration downtown.  Doors open at 5:30. First come, first in.

Wednesday, January 12, 2022, 5:30-7:30– Old Town Neighborhood Association’s Member Appreciation Evening in the Garden at the Perry House returns to celebrate the New Year!   Wine, beer, non-alcoholic beverages and heavy hors d’oeuvres are elegantly provided by Events by Classic caterers at this beautiful historic mansion located at 201 Van Buren Street. This free event is for adult OTNA member paid for 2022 bringing proof of covid vaccinations or a negative covid test within 72 hours.  As of this writing, we expect to have access indoors with masks unless eating, as well as access to the garden, terraces and beautiful carriage house.  To join or renew your membership, please see details at the bottom of this email.  Dues paid now will cover through the following calendar year (2022), and make you eligible to reserve your place, as there are very limited spaces left.  We expect to be on a waiting list only basis soon.   Thanks to all who have volunteered to help at check-in.  We don’t expect to need further volunteers.  To reserve for the party, email oldtownneighborhood@gmail.com with your name(s), address and phone. Remember that we will require proof of vaccination or a negative covid test within 72 hours, and masks will be required at checkin.  If not an email user, please mail your request to OTNA, P O Box 724, Monterey, CA 93942. 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Monterey Peninsula Water Management District seeks applicants to serve on its Redistricting Advisory Commission, responsible for determining the District’s voter division area boundaries for the 2022 election. You can contact Joel G. Pablo, Board Clerk at (831) 658-5652 or via e-mail at joel@mpwmd.net to find out more about how the process works or to submit a statement of interest in this volunteer (unpaid) position.  More information about this can be found at the Redistricting Website:  https://2021redistricting-mpwmd.com/faq/

Ice Skating Rink is Open at Custom House Plaza.. Mon -Sat 11am-10pm; Sunday 12-8pm. 13 year to adult: $15; Youth 12 and under $13.  Skate rental $5. 

Undergrounding Committee Seeks Interested Residents -Our Old Town Neighborhood Undergrounding Committee is working jointly with interested residents of Monterey Vista and New Monterey Neighborhoods to work on a plan to underground utilities. You can contact Suzie Grimes at suziegrimes@juno.com with your ideas and to become part of this committee. 

Monterey County Theater Alliance – The Monterey County Theater Alliance has been providing us many interesting theatrical presentations over zoom.  For an ongoing schedule for these events, usually free and on zoom, visit admin@theatremonterey.org.    Free theatrical presentations on topics of local history will usually show also under events.    Thank you, MCTA, for offering us so many interesting topics during the covid time of sheltering in place!  

Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association?  Annual membership dues are $20 per household and go to help support social events and technical costs of website, zoom meetings, and newsletter.    Send your check for $20 payable to OTNA, P O Box 724, Monterey, CA  93942-724, along with names of adults in the household, address, phone and email address.   Questions?  Email oldtownneighborhood@gmail.com. 

This information is being shared as a service of Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Information is presumed accurate but not guaranteed, and always subject to change. 

Lots going on to enjoy! Happy Thanksgiving!

November 16-30 – Support the House of Four Winds Adobe – Online Auction Fundraiser. This fundraiser by the Monterey Civic Club offers many gift certificates for restaurants and adventures in Monterey that you can bid on by email, thanks to the local merchants that donated. View the pdf attachment for more details. 

November 19- Ice Skating Rink Opens at Custom House Plaza.. Mon -Sat 11am-10pm; Sunday 12-8pm. 13 year to adult: $15; Youth 12 and under $13.  Skate rental $5. 

Saturday, November 20, 2021, 5-7 pm. Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Del Monte Shopping Center. Music, free cocoa, cookies, and reindeer antlers for the kids. Donate 3 cans of food for the chance to win a $100 Del Monte Gift Card. 

Friday, November 26, 2021 5-7 pm Tree Lighting on Cannery Row-  Enjoy the music, decorations, and fun on Steinbeck Plaza, Cannery Row with the annual tree lighting (5:45) and arrival of Santa on the balcony.  Free and fun for the family. 

Wednesday, December 1, 2021 – Reservations for our Membership Appreciation Evening at the Perry House begins. As this event will have limited capacity and often “sells out”, please make your reservation early. Guests of members ($5 each) may be on waiting list for availability after December 21, with priority to Old Town potential members. We also will need volunteers to help with check-in for a 30-minute shift (a nice way to meet new neighbors!). Email oldtownneighborhood@gmail.com with your name(s), address and phone to reserve or volunteer for a shift. See January 12 for more.

Friday, December 03, 2021 – 4:30-5:30 pm – Monterey Tree Lighting Celebration at Colton Hall Lawn- Enjoy the Historic Downtown Monterey’s Traditional Tree Lighting Celebration, featuring carols, music by Mike Marotta Family & Friends. Free. 

Friday, Dec 3- Sunday December 19 – Fridays (5-9 pm), Saturdays (11-9 pm) and Sundays (11-6 pm) in December from the 3^rd through the 19th– Christmas on the Wharf- Enjoy holiday decorations, Santa Claus, Elves, Caroling and Live Entertainment at the wharf and ice skating on Custom House Plaza. Dazzling lights and Majestic Christmas Tree. Santa Claus visits and entertainment schedule are at montereywharf.com  

Sunday, December 5, 5:30 pm – Brighten Your Harbor Lighted Boat Parade from the wharf to Cannery Row and back

Friday, December 10 and Saturday, December 11 5-9 pm– Christmas in the Adobes– This beloved tradition has returned! Visit our historic adobes decorated for the season and hear the rich history of these earliest buildings. Tickets and details may be found at the Pacific House store (Tues-Sun 10-4pm) or Custom House store (Thurs – Sun 11-3) both by the Custom House Plaza, or online by visiting  https://www.mshpa.org/christmasintheadobes. Adults 1 night $25  (military $20); 2 night pass $40; youth 6-17 $2; under 5 free. Masks required inside buildings. 

Wednesday, December 1 – Monday, December 13, 8 pm – Deadline for Early Bird Discount of First Night Monterey Buttons available at all Safeway stores or online at www.firstnightmonterey.org. Saves $6-7 per button for early bird discount. 

Friday, December 31, 2021 3-Midnight – First Night Monterey 2022– Celebrate New Years Eve in historic downtown Monterey with over 50 performances both inside and out at this safe and family oriented event.  Events start at 3 pm at Colton Hall lawn with free art and fun for youth and young at heart, followed by the Twilight Procession. Advance purchase of a button and proof of vaccination or negative covid test with ID required for the indoor performances, culminating in the Midnight Finale Performance.  Buttons are your admission and can be purchased at Safeway stores through December or online at www.firstnightmonterey.org. with pick up at three downtown locations. Adults $29 ($22 with discount); Youth 6-15 $18 ($12 with discount), 5 and under free.  Family packages (2 adults and 2 youth) $86 ($56 with discount). More info at www.firstnightmonterey.org. 

SAVE THE DATE- Wednesday, January 12, 2022  5:30-7:30– Old Town Neighborhood Association’s Member Appreciation Evening in the Garden at the Perry House returns to celebrate the New Year!   Wine, beer, non-alcoholic beverages and heavy hors d’oeuvres are elegantly provided by Events by Classic caterers at this beautiful historic mansion located at 201 Van Buren Street. This member’s-only event is for OTNA member adults bringing proof of covid vaccinations or a negative covid test within 72 hours and is free to members paid for 2022. As of this writing, we expect to have access indoors with masks unless eating, as well as access to the garden, terraces and beautiful carriage house.  To join or renew your membership, please see details at the bottom of this email.  Dues paid after July 1, 2021 will cover through the following calendar year (2022), and make you eligible to reserve your place when reservations open in December (this event often “sells out” to members prior to being able to open it for guests) and is first-come, first-served due to limited capacity at the venue.  

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Stokes Adobe Restaurant Opens! After new owners completely renovated this historic adobe at 500 Hartnell (corner of Hartnell and Polk), the new restaurant has finally opened, appropriately named Stokes Adobe! Currently open Thurs-Saturday evenings. More info at stokesadobe.com.  

Undergrounding Committee Seeks Interested Residents -Our Old Town Neighborhood Undergrounding Committee is working jointly with interested residents of Monterey Vista and New Monterey Neighborhoods to work on a plan to underground utilities. You can contact Suzie Grimes at suziegrimes@juno.com with your ideas and to become part of this committee. 

Teen Art and Writing Contest –  Teens in grades 7-12 (age 13 and up) are invited to enter and win one of the 2022 Scholastic Art and Writing awards.   To enter, go to https://www.artandwriting.org, and submit your work by Friday, December 10, at 8:59 pm.  Once awards are determined, there will be a ceremony and exhibition of the winners from the California Central Coast Art Region at the Pacific Grove Art Center.  Last year there were over 800 winners from this region. 

Robert Louis Stevenson House Reopens – Now open Saturdays 10am-4pm.  Stop by the house at 530 Houston Street to see a wonderful collection of artifacts from Robert Louis Stevenson and explore the building where he resided in the latter part 1879. Admission is free.  45 minutes tours are now given Thursday through Sunday mornings at 10 am by the State Parks for a $10 fee    Pay at the door.  

Larkin House Tours Now Offered – The California State Parks now offers 45-minute tours of the Larkin House at 2 pm Thursday through Sundays for a cost of $10 payable at the door.. 

The Cooper-Molera Adobe Museum is Reopened!  Hours will be Saturday and Sundays 10-4 pm.  Admission is free.  Face masks are required.  The museum is self-guided but a volunteer docent guide will be available on Saturdays, 11am-3 pm. 

Monterey County Theater Alliance – The Monterey County Theater Alliance has been providing us many interesting theatrical presentations over zoom.  For an ongoing schedule for these events, usually free and on zoom, visit admin@theatremonterey.org.    Free theatrical presentations on topics of local history will usually show also under events.    Thank you, MCTA, for offering us so many interesting topics during the covid time of sheltering in place!  

Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association?  Annual membership dues are $20 per household and go to help support social events and technical costs of website, zoom meetings, and newsletter. Become a member today, click here! Questions? Contact us!

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