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Wednesday, January 31, 6:30-9:00 pm Black History Month Film Festival at Irvine Auditorium, MIIS, 499 Pierce Street.  This and each Wednesday in February will feature a different film.  Donate online or at the door.  Free parking.   $10-$100.  Visit https://www.blaac.org/events.

Thursday, February 1, 2024, 6-8 pm – “Experience the Monterey Bay through the Eyes of Early California Artists” by co authors Dr. Cynthia Wagner Weick and Artist Joaquin Turner.   This free lecture with wine reception and book signing to follow will be held at the Irvine Auditorium, 499 Pierce Street, Monterey, and is sponsored by the Marcia DeVoe Fund of the Community Foundation.

Friday, February 2, 2024, 5-7 pm – First Friday at the Monterey Museum of Art, 559 Pacific Street. Enjoy free after-hours access to the museum for an evening of art, music, and community.

Saturday,  February 3, 2024 10-noon – Free Wharf Walk “History of the Abalone of the Monterey Bay”.  This walking tour of the wharf with Marine Historian Tim Thomas will enhance your knowledge of this historic area.  Advance reservations are required by calling Tim Thomas at (831) 521-3304 or via email timsardine@yahoo.com. The tour is for ages 10-adult only, with no more than 15 people. Tours start near the pink Harbor House on Fisherman’s Wharf.  

Saturday, February 3, 2024, 11-3 pm – Family Fun Day at the Monterey Museum of Art, 559 Pacific Street.  Free admission for the family to the museum plus fun art activities. 

Saturday, February 3, 2024 2-4 pm – Reception for Sachiko Yokota’s new exhibit “Enso (circular form) Zen” at Venture Gallery, Portola Hotel.  Free reception to view the artist’s ceramics and other household art items that express minimalism of Japanese aesthetics.   Exhibition through February 29, 10-6 pm. 

Tuesday, February 6 Monterey City Council meeting where undergrounding of utilities will be discussed.  Agenda  to be posted at https://isearchmonterey.org/onbaseagendaonline/ after Feb 2. Join live at 580 Pacific Street or follow agenda instructions to join online or by phone.

Wednesday, February 7, 6:30-9:00 pm Black History Month Film Festival at Irvine Auditorium, MIIS, 499 Pierce Street.  This and each Wednesday in February will feature a different film.  Meet the award winning directors.  Donate online or at the door.  Free parking.   $10-$100.  For more information, visit https://www.blaac.org/events.

Thursday, February 8, 6 pm – Monterey City Council Town Hall regarding Automated License Plate Readers at Council Chambers, 580 Pacific Street

Saturday, February 10, 10 am “Kim Talks” at East Village café.  Meet Dr. Kim Barber, city council representative for District 1, and discuss your concerns. 

Saturday, February 10, 2024, 9 and 10:30 am – Free Tour of the Pacific Biological Laboratory, 800 Cannery Row.  The lab played a pivotal role in the life and work of marine biologist, Ed Ricketts, his friendship and collaboration with author John Steinbeck, their circle of friends, and the PBL Members who bought the Lab in the mid-1950’s and founded the Monterey Jazz Festival.  The tours are docent lead and last one hour.   Free, but donations are appreciated.  Tours are subject to space availability, and requires registration at https://montereypl.libcal.com/event/11543229.

Sunday, February 11, 2024, 2-4 pm- “The Star, The Saint, and The City: How Sam Brannon’s Newspaper Heralded the Gold Rush and Created San Francisco” a presentation by author Bill Briggs at Casa Serrano, 412 Pacific Street, sponsored by Monterey History and Art Association. MHAA members free.   Non-members of MHAA $10 donation.  RSVP to mhaa.org1931@gmail.com.

Monday, February 12, 2024, 7-8 pm.  “A Whale’s Tale:  All About Whalefest Monterey” presented by Mary Alice Cerrito Fettis at Casa Serano, 412 Pacific Street, sponsored by Native Daughters of the Golden West.  $10 suggested donation.  Refreshments following the lecture.  RSVP to brickman@brickmanmarketing.com or phone 831-633-4444.

Wednesday, February 14, 6:30-9:00 pm Black History Month Film Festival at Irvine Auditorium, MIIS, 499 Pierce Street.  This and each Wednesday in February will feature a different film.  Meet the award winning directors.  Donate online or at the door.  Free parking.   $10-$100.  For more information, visit https://www.blaac.org/events.

Wednesday, February 21, 6:30-9:00 pm Black History Month Film Festival at Irvine Auditorium, MIIS, 499 Pierce Street.  This and each Wednesday in February will feature a different film.  Meet the award winning directors.  Donate online or at the door.  Free parking.   $10-$100.  For more information, visit https://www.blaac.org/events.

Saturday, February 24, 2024, 4-7 pm  – “Chocolate and Wine” fundraiser benefiting the Monterey Public Library, 625 Pacific Street.    Early bird pricing of $60 until February 1.  Silent auction, wonderful food,beer and wines make this 19^th annual fundraiser an event not to be missed!    For more information and to make reservations, visit https://www.investinmpl.org/event/19th-annual-chocolate-wine.  

Wednesday, February 28, 6:30-9:00 pm Black History Month Film Festival at Irvine Auditorium, MIIS, 499 Pierce Street.  This and each Wednesday in February will feature a different film.  Meet the award winning directors.  Donate online or at the door.  Free parking.   $10-$100.  For more information, visit https://www.blaac.org/events.

Saturday, March 2, 1:30 – Candle Making Workshop at Monterey Museum of Art – Free family fun day at the museum. Free admission to the galleries as well.

Saturday, March 9, 1:00 – Docent Lead Tour of Jo Mora Exhibit at the Stanton Center, Custom House Plaza.   Old Town social committee has arranged a special tour by Peter Hiller, author and expert on artist Jo Mora, for which OTNA will pay the $5.00 tour fee for members of OTNA.   Tour is limited to 25 members, so please rsvp to philbussey2@gmail.com.  A link to Jo Mora collection is https://jomoracollection.org/.

Wednesday, March 13, 2024, 7 pm – Old Town Neighborhood Association Annual Meeting at the McKone Building Community Room, 499 Pierce Street.  Come in person or join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://middlebury.zoom.us/j/98108537286?pwd=dlZPOEM1OXVjcnZtczZncExmQVA3UT09
    Password: 055228

ANNOUNCEMENTS  

Old Town Neighborhood Association Board welcomes new members to run for a position on our board.  We have seven directors who serve for one year terms, and committees related to undergrounding of utilities and social events, plus we welcome ideas you may bring.  Reply to this email if you are interested. 

FREE ADMISSION to the ATT PEBBLE BEACH PRO AM WHEN YOU VOLUNTEER.  Volunteers are needed  for the ATT Pebble Beach Pro Am Friday, February 2 through Sunday, February 4^th, 2024.  Get free admission to the event and help support First Night Monterey by volunteering to help at the hospitality tent on the Pebble Beach links course 15^th hole.  Many shifts available.   Find more information and form to volunteer at: https://www.firstnightmonterey.org/Volunteers/index.php.

Celebrate Valentines on the Wharf See colorful Valentines decorations and get photo ops on the wharf.  Support local businesses while you celebrate the season!

Local Elections Clerks Needed.  The League of Women Voters have announced that volunteers are needed to be election clerks for the March 5^th elections.  Mandatory training is given February 15^th at 2 pm or 6 pm or February 16^th at 10 am.   Call Pamela Stewart at 719-331-2214 if you can help. 

Monterey’s Rental Registry Opens.   Effective January 1, 2024, owners of rental property in Monterey must register their rental unit on the city’s new Rental Inventory Portal prior to March 1.  If an owner owns and manages three or less rental units in Monterey, an exemption may be requested, but filing for the exemption must also be done by March 1.  More information and the form to register can be found at https://monterey.org/residents/neighborhoods___housing/rental_inventory.php. 

Monterey’s City Engagement Survey – Help the city assess various programs by taking their survey at: https://monterey.org/engage. 

“Extraordinary Valor: The Lost History of the Buffalo Solders in Monterey” – new exhibit open on Saturdays and Sundays 10am-4pm at the Lower Presidio Museum.  Free.

UNDERGROUNDING SURVEY – If you haven’t yet, please go to montereyundergrounding.net and complete an important survey.   Also, let them know if you want to be part of this committee.

Old Town Neighborhood Association’s website is LIVE!  Visit oldtownmonterey.org for the latest on events, issues, and to find the Historic Homes self-guided walk featuring historic homes in our Old Town neighborhood. 

COMMUNITY GROUPS AND CLUBS

Are you interested in finding others with your interests?  Below are some of the other local organizations that welcome new members:

American Association of University Women – This national organization promotes equity for women in the workplace and in education.  In addition to supporting  education through scholarships, they have book clubs, social events, monthly speakers, a Romancing the Coast monthly adventure, a hiking/walking group, and other interesting events.   See http://mpb-ca.aauw.net for more information. 

Monterey Civic Club – Founded in 1906, the club owns and meets monthly at the House of the Four Winds, located at 540 Calle Principal. This beautiful and historic adobe is believed to be the oldest women’s clubhouse in continuous use in the United States.  Members meet the first Tuesday of each month for lunch and a social program ($20), often with a speaker of importance to members.  Contact (831) 747-1072 for more information.

Corral of Westerners – Local group of western history buffs meets at St. Timothy’s fellowship basement room, 52 Soledad in Monterey on the second Monday each month to hear a speaker on topics of history in the west, with emphasis on our local area.  $2.00 (annual dues $20).  Refreshments served. 

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Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association? Annual membership dues are just $20 for two adults in your household, which helps 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!   All residents living above Pacific St between the creek near Madison and the Presidio/DLI are eligible.   Checks to OTNA can be mailed, along with your names, address, phone and email to our address below.  Old Town Neighborhood Association P O Box 724, Monterey, CA  93942

This information is being shared as a service by Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Information is presumed accurate, but is not guaranteed, and always subject to change.   Visit our website at oldtownmonterey.org

SAVE THE DATE: January 29, 7 pm Candidates Forum

Friday, January 19, 5:30-6:30 – “Before They Vanish: Ethiopia’s Omo Valley” by explorer and award-winning author James Michael Dorsey, at the Community Room of the Monterey Public Library.  Hear the untold stories of one of rural Africa’s most isolated regions, with tribes that had no connections to the outside.  Free, but registration required at https://montereypl.libcal.com/event/11516110.

Sunday, January 21, 1 pm- “The Great Rupert”, the classic film starring Jimmy Durante, shown for the Sundays at Stanton series.  Doors open at 12:30. $5.00 admission.  Free with paid museum admission.  Stanton Center theater, 5 Custom House Plaza.  

Sunday, January 28, 1 pm – “The Stranger” classic film starring Edward G. Robinson, Loretta Young, and Orson Welles, shown for the Sundays at Stanton series.  Doors open at 12:30. $5.00 admission.  Free with paid museum admission.  Stanton Center theater, 5 Custom House Plaza.  

Monday, January 29, 7 pm – Candidates Forum for County Supervisor District 5 – at Hilltop Park Center Community Room, 871 Jessie St, corner of David, Monterey.   Hear from Kate Daniels, Alan Haffa and Bill Lipe on the issues that matter to you at this forum put on jointly by Old Town, Monterey Vista, and New Monterey Neighborhood Associations.   Ballots will be mailed out February 5 for the March 5 election.   Free. 

Thursday, February 1, 2024, 6-8 pm – “Experience the Monterey Bay through the Eyes of Early California Artists” by co authors Dr. Cynthia Wagner Weick and Artist Joaquin Turner.   This free lecture with wine reception and book signing to follow will be held at the Irvine Auditorium, 499 Pierce Street, Monterey, and is sponsored by the Marcia DeVoe Fund of the Community Foundation.

 Friday, February 2, 2024, 5-7 pm – First Friday at the Monterey Museum of Art, 559 Pacific Street. Enjoy free after-hours access to the museum for an evening of art, music, and community.

Saturday,  February 3, 2024 10-noon – Free Wharf Walk “History of the Abalone of the Monterey Bay”.  This walking tour of the wharf with Marine Historian Tim Thomas will enhance your knowledge of this historic area.  Advance reservations are required by calling Tim Thomas at (831) 521-3304 or via email timsardine@yahoo.com. The tour is for ages 10-adult only, with no more than 15 people. Tours start near the pink Harbor House on Fisherman’s Wharf.  

Saturday, February 3, 2024, 11-3 pm – Family Fun Day at the Monterey Museum of Art, 559 Pacific Street.  Free admission for the family to the museum plus fun art activities. 

Saturday, February 3, 2024 2-4 pm – Reception for Sachiko Yokota’s new exhibit “Enso (circular form) Zen” at Venture Gallery, Portola Hotel.  Free reception to view the artist’s ceramics and other household art items that express minimalism of Japanese aesthetics.   Exhibition through February 29, 10-6 pm. 

Saturday, February 10, 2024, 9 and 10:30 am – Free Tour of the Pacific Biological Laboratory, 800 Cannery Row.  The lab played a pivotal role in the life and work of marine biologist, Ed Ricketts, his friendship and collaboration with author John Steinbeck, their circle of friends, and the PBL Members who bought the Lab in the mid-1950’s and founded the Monterey Jazz Festival.  The tours are docent lead and last one hour.   Free, but donations are appreciated.  Tours are subject to space availability, and requires registration at https://montereypl.libcal.com/event/11543229.

Monday, February 12, 2024, 7-8 pm.  “A Whale’s Tale:  All About Whalefest Monterey” presented by Mary Alice Cerrito Fettis at Casa Serano, 412 Pacific Street, sponsored by Native Daughters of the Golden West.  $10 suggested donation.  Refreshments following the lecture.  RSVP to brickman@brickmanmarketing.com or phone 831-633-4444.

Saturday, February 24, 2024, 4-7 pm  – “Chocolate and Wine” fundraiser benefiting the Monterey Public Library, 625 Pacific Street.    Early bird pricing of $60 until February 1.  Silent auction, wonderful food,beer and wines make this 19^th annual fundraiser an event not to be missed!    For more information and to make reservations, visit https://www.investinmpl.org/event/19th-annual-chocolate-wine.

Wednesday, March 13, 2024, 7 pm – Old Town Neighborhood Association Annual Meeting at the McKone Building Community Room, 499 Pierce Street.  Come in person or join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://middlebury.zoom.us/j/98108537286?pwd=dlZPOEM1OXVjcnZtczZncExmQVA3UT09
    Password: 055228

ANNOUNCEMENTS  

Old Town Neighborhood Association Board welcomes new members to run for a position on our board.  We have seven directors who serve for one year terms, and committees related to undergrounding of utilities and social events, plus we welcome ideas you may bring.  Reply to this email if you are interested. 

FREE ADMISSION to the ATT PEBBLE BEACH PRO AM WHEN YOU VOLUNTEER.  Volunteers are needed  for the ATT Pebble Beach Pro Am Friday, February 2 through Sunday, February 4^th, 2024.  Get free admission to the event and help support First Night Monterey by volunteering to help at the hospitality tent on the Pebble Beach links course 15^th hole.  Many shifts available.   Find more information and form to volunteer at: https://www.firstnightmonterey.org/Volunteers/index.php.

Local Elections Clerks Needed.  The League of Women Voters have announced that volunteers are needed to be election clerks for the March 5^th elections.  Mandatory training is given February 15^th at 2 pm or 6 pm or February 16^th at 10 am.   Call Pamela Stewart at 719-331-2214 if you can help. 

Monterey’s Rental Registry Opens.   Effective January 1, 2024, owners of rental property in Monterey must register their rental unit on the city’s new Rental Inventory Portal prior to March 1.  If an owner owns and manages three or less rental units in Monterey, an exemption may be requested, but filing for the exemption must also be done by March 1.  More information and the form to register can be found at https://monterey.org/residents/neighborhoods___housing/rental_inventory.php. 

Monterey’s City Engagement Survey – Help the city assess various programs by taking their survey at: https://monterey.org/engage. 

“Extraordinary Valor: The Lost History of the Buffalo Solders in Monterey” – new exhibit open on Saturdays and Sundays 10am-4pm at the Lower Presidio Museum.  Free.

UNDERGROUNDING SURVEY – If you haven’t yet, please go to montereyundergrounding.net and complete an important survey.   Also, let them know if you want to be part of this committee.

Old Town Neighborhood Association’s website is LIVE!  Visit oldtownmonterey.org for the latest on events, issues, and to find the Historic Homes self-guided walk featuring historic homes in our Old Town neighborhood. 

COMMUNITY GROUPS AND CLUBS

Are you interested in finding others with your interests?  Below are some of the other local organizations that welcome new members:

American Association of University Women – This national organization promotes equity for women in the workplace and in education.  In addition to supporting  education through scholarships, they have book clubs, social events, monthly speakers, a Romancing the Coast monthly adventure, a hiking/walking group, and other interesting events.   See http://mpb-ca.aauw.net for more information. 

Monterey Civic Club – Founded in 1906, the club owns and meets monthly at the House of the Four Winds, located at 540 Calle Principal. This beautiful and historic adobe is believed to be the oldest women’s clubhouse in continuous use in the United States.  Members meet the first Tuesday of each month for lunch and a social program ($20), often with a speaker of importance to members.  Contact (831) 747-1072 for more information.

Corral of Westerners – Local group of western history buffs meets at St. Timothy’s fellowship basement room, 52 Soledad in Monterey on the second Monday each month to hear a speaker on topics of history in the west, with emphasis on our local area.  $2.00 (annual dues $20).  Refreshments served. 

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Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association? Annual membership dues are just $20 for two adults in your household, which helps 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!   All residents living above Pacific St between the creek near Madison and the Presidio/DLI are eligible.   Checks to OTNA can be mailed, along with your names, address, phone and email to our address below.  Old Town Neighborhood Association P O Box 724, Monterey, CA  93942

This information is being shared as a service by Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Information is presumed accurate, but is not guaranteed, and always subject to change.   Visit our website at oldtownmonterey.org

REMINDER: The Old Town Neighborhood Association meeting is TONIGHT

Wednesday, January 10, 2024 7 pm-8:30 – Old Town Neighborhood Association Meeting at the McKone Building of MIIS, 499 Pierce Street.   Old Town resident Bill Leone will present information on the Neighborhood Watch program, plus we will hear updates from committees, discuss NCIP proposals, and how to involve the city in making safe evacuation routes, fire safety, and preventing power outages.   In addition, if you are interested in serving on the board or on a committee, please let us know.  We will hold elections for our seven directors in March.   Please note that as of January 1, 2024, all memberships will remain at $20 per household and be for the calendar year, although residents can pay in advance.   Residents can view and participate in the meeting on Zoom at https://middlebury.zoom.us/j/95304056025?pwd=bGpnU21nUnhPUlVTTVNhVVZ1VjB2dz09

    Password: 174127

Saturday, January 13, 2024,  9 and 10:30 am – Free Tour of the Pacific Biological Laboratory, 800 Cannery Row.  The lab played a pivotal role in the life and work of marine biologist, Ed Ricketts, his friendship and collaboration with author John Steinbeck, their circle of friends, and the PBL Members who bought the Lab in the mid-1950’s and founded the Monterey Jazz Festival.  The tours are docent lead and last one hour.   Free, but donations are appreciated.  Tours are subject to space available, and requires registration at https://montereypl.libcal.com/event/11543228.

Saturday, January 13, 2024, 7-9:30 Community Hootenanny at the Pacific Grove Art Center, 568 Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove.  Bring your musical instruments and voices to join in this 20^th year of community gatherings to celebrate song.  Free, but donations are appreciated.  More information here: https://pgartcenter.org/Events/Coming-Events.php.

Friday, January 19, 5:30-6:30 – “Before They Vanish: Ethiopia’s Omo Valley” by explorer and award-winning author James Michael Dorsey, at the Community Room of the Monterey Public Library.  Hear the untold stories of one of rural Africa’s most isolated regions, with tribes that had no connections to the outside.  Free, but registration required at https://montereypl.libcal.com/event/11516110.

Friday, February 2, 2024- First Friday at the Monterey Museum of Art. Enjoy free after-hours access to the museum for an evening of art, music, and community.

Saturday, February 3, 2024 2-4 pm – Reception for Sachiko Yokota’s new exhibit “Enso (circular form) Zen” at Venture Gallery, Portola Hotel.  Free reception to view the artist’s ceramics and other household art items that express minimalism of Japanese aesthetics.   Exhibition through February 29, 10-6 pm.  

Saturday, February 24, 2024, 4-7 pm  – “Chocolate and Wine” fundraiser benefiting the Monterey Public Library, 625 Pacific Street.    Early bird pricing of $60 until February 1.  Silent auction, wonderful food, and wines make this 19^th annual fundraiser an event not to be missed!    For more information and to make reservations, visit https://www.investinmpl.org/event/19th-annual-chocolate-wine.

ANNOUNCEMENTS  

FREE ADMISSION to the ATT PEBBLE BEACH PRO AM WHEN YOU VOLUNTEER.  Volunteers are needed  for the ATT Pebble Beach Pro Am Friday, February 2 through Sunday, February 4^th, 2024.  Get free admission to the event and help support First Night Monterey by volunteering to help at the hospitality tent on the Pebble Beach links course 15^th hole.  Many shifts available.   Find more information and form to volunteer at: https://www.firstnightmonterey.org/Volunteers/index.php.

Monterey’s Rental Registry Opens.   Effective January 1, 2024, owners of rental property in Monterey must register their rental unit on the city’s new Rental Inventory Portal prior to March 1.  If an owner owns and manages three or less rental units in Monterey, an exemption may be requested, but filing for the exemption must also be done by March 1.  More information and the form to register can be found at https://monterey.org/residents/neighborhoods___housing/rental_inventory.php. 

Monterey’s City Engagement Survey – Help the city assess various programs by taking their survey at: https://monterey.org/engage. 

“Extraordinary Valor: The Lost History of the Buffalo Solders in Monterey” – new exhibit open on Saturdays and Sundays 10am-4pm at the Lower Presidio Museum.  Free.

UNDERGROUNDING SURVEY – If you haven’t yet, please go to montereyundergrounding.net and complete an important survey.   Also, let them know if you want to be part of this committee.

Old Town Neighborhood Association’s website is LIVE!  Visit oldtownmonterey.org for the latest on events, issues, and to find the Historic Homes self-guided walk featuring historic homes in our Old Town neighborhood. 

COMMUNITY GROUPS AND CLUBS

Are you interested in finding others with your interests?  Below are some of the other local organizations that welcome new members:

American Association of University Women – This national organization promotes equity for women in the workplace and in education.  In addition to supporting  education through scholarships, they have book clubs, social events, monthly speakers, a Romancing the Coast monthly adventure, a hiking/walking group, and other interesting events.   See http://mpb-ca.aauw.net for more information. 

Monterey Civic Club – Founded in 1906, the club owns and meets monthly at the House of the Four Winds, located at 540 Calle Principal. This beautiful and historic adobe is believed to be the oldest women’s clubhouse in continuous use in the United States.  Members meet the first Tuesday of each month for lunch and a social program ($20), often with a speaker of importance to members.  Contact (831) 747-1072 for more information.

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Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association? Annual membership dues are just $20 for two adults in your household, which helps 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!   All residents living above Pacific St between the creek near Madison and the Presidio/DLI are eligible.   Checks to OTNA can be mailed, along with your names, address, phone and email to our address below.  Old Town Neighborhood Association P O Box 724, Monterey, CA  93942

This information is being shared as a service by Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Information is presumed accurate, but is not guaranteed, and always subject to change.   Visit our website at oldtownmonterey.org

Happy New Year from the Board of Old Town Neighborhood Association!  Don’t miss our Old Town Neighborhood Meeting next Wednesday-See Jan 10.  Also a volunteer opportunity benefiting First Night Monterey will let you into the Pebble Beach ATT Pro-Am.  See announcements, plus many events coming up in or near our neighborhood.

Friday, January 5, 2024  7-9 pm – Opening Reception for Five New Exhibits at the Pacific Grove Art Center, 168 Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove.  See David Hohmann’s “Back at it” exhibit in the Gill Gallery, Amy Small’s “Soul Direction” in the Dyke Gallery, Helen MacKinlay’s “Cosmogonies: Creation Myths” in the Annand Gallery, Lee Cox’s exhibit of “Time Capsules” in the Boyer Gallery, and Monterey High School’s “Urban Fantasies” exhibit in the Small Halls. 

Saturday,  January 6, 2024 10-noon – Free Wharf Walk “Tales of the Sea: Stories from Monterey Bay”.  This walking tour of the wharf with Marine Historian Tim Thomas will enhance your knowledge of this historic area.  Advance reservations are required by calling Tim Thomas at (831) 521-3304 or via email timsardine@yahoo.com. The tour is for ages 10-adult only, with no more than 15 people.  Tours start near the pink Harbor House on Fisherman’s Wharf.   

Wednesday, January 10, 2024 7 pm-8:30 – Old Town Neighborhood Association Meeting at the McKone Building of MIIS, 499 Pierce Street.   Old Town resident Bill Leone will present information on the Neighborhood Watch program, plus we will hear updates from committees, discuss NCIP proposals, and how to involve the city in making safe evacuation routes, fire safety, and preventing power outages.   In addition, if you are interested in serving on the board or on a committee, please let us know.  We will hold elections for our seven directors in March.   Please note that as of January 1, 2024, all memberships will remain at $20 per household and be for the calendar year, although residents can pay in advance.   Residents can view and participate in the meeting on Zoom at https://middlebury.zoom.us/j/95304056025?pwd=bGpnU21nUnhPUlVTTVNhVVZ1VjB2dz09

    Password: 174127

Saturday, January 13, 2024,  9 and 10:30 am – Free Tour of the Pacific Biological Laboratory, 800 Cannery Row.  The lab played a pivotal role in the life and work of marine biologist, Ed Ricketts, his friendship and collaboration with author John Steinbeck, their circle of friends, and the PBL Members who bought the Lab in the mid-1950’s and founded the Monterey Jazz Festival.  The tours are docent lead and last one hour.   Free, but donations are appreciated.  Tours are subject to space available, and requires registration at https://montereypl.libcal.com/event/11543228.

Saturday, January 13, 2024, 7-9:30 Community Hootenanny at the Pacific Grove Art Center, 568 Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove.  Bring your musical instruments and voices to join in this 20^th year of community gatherings to celebrate song.  Free, but donations are appreciated.  More information here: https://pgartcenter.org/Events/Coming-Events.php.

Friday, January 19, 5:30-6:30 – “Before They Vanish: Ethiopia’s Omo Valley” by explorer and award-winning author James Michael Dorsey, at the Community Room of the Monterey Public Library.  Hear the untold stories of one of rural Africa’s most isolated regions, with tribes that had no connections to the outside.  Free, but registration required at https://montereypl.libcal.com/event/11516110.

Friday, February 2, 2024- First Friday at the Monterey Museum of Art. Enjoy free after-hours access to the museum for an evening of art, music, and community.

Saturday, February 3, 2024 2-4 pm – Reception for Sachiko Yokota’s new exhibit “Enso (circular form) Zen” at Venture Gallery, Portola Hotel.  Free reception to view the artist’s ceramics and other household art items that express minimalism of Japanese aesthetics.   Exhibition through February 29, 10-6 pm.   

Saturday, February 24, 2024, 4-7 pm  – “Chocolate and Wine” fundraiser benefiting the Monterey Public Library, 625 Pacific Street.    Early bird pricing of $60 until February 1.  Silent auction, wonderful food, and wines make this 19^th annual fundraiser an event not to be missed!    For more information and to make reservations, visit https://www.investinmpl.org/event/19th-annual-chocolate-wine.

ANNOUNCEMENTS  

FREE ADMISSION TO THE ATT PEBBLE BEACH PRO AM WHEN YOU VOLUNTEER.  VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED for the ATT Pebble Beach Pro Am Friday, February 2 through Sunday, February 4^th, 2024.  Get free admission to the event and help support First Night Monterey by volunteering to help at the hospitality tent on the Pebble Beach links course 15^th hole.  Many shifts available.   Find more information and form to volunteer at: https://www.firstnightmonterey.org/Volunteers/index.php.

Monterey’s Rental Registry Opens.   Effective January 1, 2024, owners of rental property in Monterey must register their rental unit on the city’s new Rental Inventory Portal prior to March 1.  If an owner owns and manages three or less rental units in Monterey, an exemption may be requested, but filing for the exemption must also be done by March 1.  More information and the form to register can be found at https://monterey.org/residents/neighborhoods___housing/rental_inventory.php. 

“Extraordinary Valor: The Lost History of the Buffalo Solders in Monterey” – new exhibit open on Saturdays and Sundays 10am-4pm at the Lower Presidio Museum.  Free.

UNDERGROUNDING SURVEY – If you haven’t yet, please go to montereyundergrounding.net and complete an important survey.   Also, let them know if you want to be part of this committee.

Old Town Neighborhood Association’s website is LIVE!  Visit oldtownmonterey.org for the latest on events, issues, and to find the Historic Homes self-guided walk featuring historic homes in our Old Town neighborhood. 

Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association? Annual membership dues are just $20 for two adults in your household, which helps 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!   All residents living above Pacific St between the creek near Madison and the Presidio/DLI are eligible.   Checks to OTNA can be mailed, along with your names, address, phone and email to our address below.  Old Town Neighborhood Association P O Box 724, Monterey, CA  93942

This information is being shared as a service by Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Information is presumed accurate, but is not guaranteed, and always subject to change.   Visit our website at oldtownmonterey.org

URGENT NEED:  Christmas in the Adobes volunteers are needed at Colton Hall Friday and Saturday nights, December 8 and 9th. Shifts are from 4:40-7 pm and 6:50-9 pm both nights.  Volunteers who work a shift receive a free wrist band to visit the adobes before or after their shift, or on the other date.  To volunteer and see available shifts: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A4CA5AB2EABFD0-46337266-christmas

Questions?  Contact Francesca at 831-646-5603 or by email at garibaldi@monterey.org.

Thursday, November 30, 6 pm. “Kim Talks”- at Oscar’s Playground, 685 Cannery Row, third floor.  Bring your thoughts and issues to discuss with Dr. Kim Barber, City Councilwoman for our district one.   Her guest will be Kate Daniels, Monterey County Planning Commissioner running for District 5 seat on the County Board of Supervisors. 

Thursday, November 30, 6-8 pm Parade of Lights in downtown Pacific Grove.  See local floats and hear holiday music at this annual event.

Friday, December 1, 5-6 pm – Monterey Holiday Tree Lighting at the Colton Hall lawn.  Enjoy cookies, cider, live music and caroling along with the lighting of our city tree. 

Friday, December 1, 5-8 pm – First Friday Iluminado Celebration at the Monterey Museum of Art,

Free admission to the museum all month, as their gift to the community.  Experience the artist-commissioned trees that evolve with every visitor’s contribution.   The exhibit will continue Thurs-Sunday, 11-5, through December 22.  

Saturday, December 2, 10-noon – Free Wharf Walk.  This walking tour of the wharf will discuss “The History of Abalone in Monterey” with Marine Historian Tim Thomas.   Advance reservations are required by calling Tim Thomas at (831) 521-3304 or via email timsardine@yahoo.com. The tour is for ages 10-adult only, with no more than 15 people.  Tours start near the pink Harbor House on Fisherman’s Wharf. 

Saturday, December 2, 11 am Free Family Fun Day at the Monterey Museum of Art.  Make art and experience the exhibit.

Saturday, December 2, 1 pm Santa arrives at the Wharf, disembarking from a Princess Monterey Whale Watching boat, and then will be on site at his Santa House near the Crab House with his elves from 1:15-5 pm.  A free candy cane will be given to the first 100 visitors to see Santa that day.  Santa will return on weekends on December 8-23.   Santa visits are free and provide great photo ops.  See announcements.

Saturday, December 2, 2023, 2-4 pm. Holiday Reception at Venture Gallery- Enjoy wine and snacks as you browse the art from 30 local artists.  No RSVP required.

Sunday, December 3, 5:15-7pm – Holiday Lighted Boat Parade –  Enjoy seeing the parade of festively decorated boats as they leave from the harbor and slowly move toward the aquarium and back at this traditional holiday event.  Many of our restaurants are great viewing spots!

Wednesday, December 5, 2023  5-7 pm – Christmas at the Inns – See the nine of the bed and breakfast  inns of Pacific Grove at their holiday finest.  Limited number of tickets $25 each.  Purchase at Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce, 584 Central Avenue (831-373-3304) or online at https://whatsupmonterey.com/events/holiday-events/christmas-at-the-inns/373.

Friday, December 8 and Saturday, December 9, 10-4pm Holiday Book Sale at the Monterey Public Library.  Purchase gently used books at the sale which supports our library.

Friday December 8 and Saturday, December 9, 5-9 pm – Christmas in the Adobes.Visit our historic adobes open and decorated for the holidays. Enjoy music and a wide variety of entertainment at these cherished homes and buildings.   The newly renovated First Theater will be included for the first time in many years.  Tickets may be purchased either online at www.mshpa.org or at the Pacific House at Custom House plaza.  Adults 18 and over $25/$30 after Nov 1 for one night; $45 for both nights.  Children under 18 are free.

December 10, 8 pm. – Deadline for Early Bird purchase of First Night Buttons:  Adults: $25, Kids 6-15: $15; Family of 2 adults+2 children: $75.  See firstnightmonterey.org for more information.

Saturday, December 16, 2023, 11-2 pm – Winter Art Market at the Monterey Museum of Art.  Free admission to the public the entire month of December.

Sunday, December 17, 3:00 Free Monterey Pops! Holiday Concert at Carmel High School Performing Arts Center.  Seating opens at 2:30 for this free concert.

Friday, Dec 22, 2023, 5:30-7:30 pm – Winter Solstice Celebration at the Monterey Museum of Art.

Sunday, December 31, 3pm-Midnight – First Night Monterey– Join in the family-friendly celebration with over 50 performances, featuring dance, jazz, celtic, marimba, folk, and rock music at Golden State Theater, Conference Center, and other venues.   The music in the street is free, as are the art and events of Kids night out on the Colton Hall Lawn.  For access to the venues for special performances, a button must be purchased.  Early bird buttons purchased by 8 pm on December 10: Adults: $25, Kids 6-15: $15; Family of 2 adults+2 children: $75.  After 8 pm on December 10, prices are $32 for adults, $20 for children 6-15, $104 for family of 2 adults plus 2 children.  See firstnightmonterey.org to purchase buttons or for more information on performers and venues.    FREE buttons are earned with four volunteer hours.  See Announcements below. 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Christmas on the Wharf– Enjoy the majestic tree, Santa’s cottage, holiday decorations and photo ops, plus musical and dance performances at various times four weekends in December:  Fridays, December 1, 8, 15, 22 from 5pm to 9 pm; Saturdays December 2, 9, 16, 23 11 am-9 pm; Sundays, December 3, 10, 17 from 1-8 pm.   Join in Community Caroling, coordinated by members of His Grace Ministries International Church, from 5-6:30 on these Sundays.   See schedule at https://www.montereywharf.com/event/christmas-on-the-wharf-2022/633.html. 

Christmas on Cannery Row On weekends beginning November 25th through December 18th, families can visit and take photos with Santa Claus in Steinbeck Plaza, Cannery Row.   Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 to 3:00 pm.

Free Parking at Cannery Row Garage after 4 pm. – Locals park free after 4 pm, with a valid ID, every day at the Cannery Row Garage (601 Foam St. between Hoffman/Prescott.

Volunteers Needed for First Night Monterey!  If you can help with four hours at set-up, clean up, various assignments, you will earn a FREE First Night Button to enjoy the additional five hours.  Contact firstnightmonterey.org to volunteer.   

Venture Gallery Featured November Artist – Meet Cheryl Kampe on November 22 and 24, 2-6 pm.   Exhibit of her textiles runs through November. 

Ice Skating by the Bay at Custom House Plaza opens November 24 through December 31.  Adults $15; Children 12 and under $13.  Skate rental $5.00.

Monterey Museum of Art – FREE ADMISSION ALL DECEMBER

Volunteers Needed at the Custom House Store.  For more information, contact stuart.thornton.iii@parks.ca.gov.

Monterey High School Stadium Project Meeting September 14 – You Tube recording is now posted on our website.  Go to oldtownmonterey.org.

“Extraordinary Valor: The Lost History of the Buffalo Solders in Monterey” – new exhibit open on Saturdays and Sundays 10am-4pm at the Lower Presidio Museum.  Free.

UNDERGROUNDING SURVEY – If you haven’t yet, please go to montereyundergrounding.net and complete an important survey.   Also, let them know if you want to be part of this committee.

Old Town Neighborhood Association’s website is LIVE!  Visit oldtownmonterey.org for the latest on events, issues, and to find the Historic Homes self-guided walk featuring historic homes in our Old Town neighborhood. 

Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association? Annual membership dues are just $20 for two adults in your household, which helps 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!   All residents living above Pacific St between the creek near Madison and the Presidio/DLI are eligible.   Checks to OTNA can be mailed, along with your names, address, phone and email to our address below.  Old Town Neighborhood Association P O Box 724, Monterey, CA  93942

This information is being shared as a service by Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Information is presumed accurate, but is not guaranteed, and always subject to change.   Visit our website at oldtownmonterey.org

Tuesday, November 21, 2023 – Venture Gallery Drawing Deadline for $200 Gift Certificate – Stop by Venture Gallery by 6 pm November 21, at the Portola Hotel Plaza, for a chance to win.  No purchase necessary, and need not be present to win.  See the art for sale from many local artists.  Open Tuesday from 2-6.

Tuesday, November 21, 2023 6:30 pm “$2 Tuesday: A Star is Born” at the Stanton Center, off Custom House Plaza.  See the 1937 classic starring Janet Gaynor and Frederick March. Tickets $2 general seating; $5 for VIP table seating.   Refreshments for purchase only.

Friday, November 24, 2023, Noon – 9 p.m. Cannery Row Tree Lighting and festivities with free parking at Cannery Row Garage after 4pm (see announcements).  Schedule of activities:

12 pm – 5 pm – Free Red Engine Ride around Cannery Row
3:30 pm – 5:45 pm – Christmas Carolers
5:45 pm – 6 pm – Tree Lighting in Steinbeck Plaza
6 pm – 9 pm – Visit Santa Claus in his house in Steinbeck Plaza, Cannery Row.  Bring a camera to take a free photo! 

Friday, November 24, 2023 – Opening of Ice Skating by the Bay at Custom House Plaza.  See announcements for more information.

Saturday, November 25, 2023 – Small Business Saturday –in downtown Monterey.  Help support our businesses and restaurants. 

Monday, November 27, 2023, 5:30-8 pm  – Pacific Grove Tree Lighting at Jewell Park, Forest and Grand, in Pacific Grove.  Live entertainment from school bands and choruses followed by caroling and tree lighting at 6 pm. Santa comes to the PG Museum of Natural History following the tree lighting.     

Thursday, November 30, 6 pm. “Kim Talks”- at Oscar’s Playground on Cannery Row.  Bring your thoughts and issues to discuss with Dr. Kim Barber, City Councilwoman for our district one.   Her guest will be Kate Daniels, Monterey County Planning Commissioner running for District 5 seat on the County Board of Supervisors. 

Thursday, November 30, 6-8 pm Parade of Lights in downtown Pacific Grove.  See local floats and hear holiday music at this annual event.

Friday, December 1, 5-6 pm – Monterey Holiday Tree Lighting at the Colton Hall lawn.  Enjoy cookies, cider, live music and caroling along with the lighting of our city tree. 

Friday, December 1, 5-8 pm – First Friday Iluminado Celebration at the Monterey Museum of Art,

Free admission to the museum all month, as their gift to the community.  Experience the artist-commissioned trees that evolve with every visitor’s contribution. 

Saturday, December 2, 11 am Free Family Fun Day at the Monterey Museum of Art.  Make art and experience the exhibit.

Saturday, December 2, 2023, 2-4 pm. Holiday Reception at Venture Gallery- Enjoy wine and snacks as you browse the art from 30 local artists.  No RSVP required.

Sunday, December 3, 5:15-7pm – Holiday Lighted Boat Parade –  Enjoy seeing the parade of festively decorated boats as they leave from the harbor and slowly move toward the aquarium and back at this traditional holiday event.  Many of our restaurants are great viewing spots!

Wednesday, December 5, 2023  5-7 pm – Christmas at the Inns – See the nine of the bed and breakfast  inns of Pacific Grove at their holiday finest.  Limited number of tickets $25 each.  Purchase at Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce, 584 Central Avenue (831-373-3304) or online at https://whatsupmonterey.com/events/holiday-events/christmas-at-the-inns/373.

Friday, December 8 and Saturday, December 9, 10-4pm Holiday Book Sale at the Monterey Public Library.  Purchase gently used books at the sale which supports our library.

Friday December 8 and Saturday, December 9, 5-9 pm – Christmas in the Adobes.Visit our historic adobes open and decorated for the holidays. Enjoy music and a wide variety of entertainment at these cherished homes and buildings.   The newly renovated First Theater will be included for the first time in many years.  Tickets may be purchased either online at www.mshpa.org or at the Pacific House at Custom House plaza.  Adults 18 and over $25/$30 after Nov 1 for one night; $45 for both nights.  Children under 18 are free.

December 10, 8 pm. – Deadline for Early Bird purchase of First Night Buttons:  Adults: $25, Kids 6-15: $15; Family of 2 adults+2 children: $75.  See firstnightmonterey.org for more information.

Saturday, December 16, 2023, 11-2 pm – Winter Art Market at the Monterey Museum of Art.  Free admission to the public the entire month of December.

Sunday, December 17, 3:00 Free Monterey Pops! Holiday Concert at Carmel High School Performing Arts Center.  Seating opens at 2:30 for this free concert.

Friday, Dec 22, 2023, 5:30-7:30 pm – Winter Solstice Celebration at the Monterey Museum of Art.

Sunday, December 31, 3pm-Midnight – First Night Monterey– Join in the family-friendly celebration with over 50 performances, featuring dance, jazz, celtic, marimba, folk, and rock music at Golden State Theater, Conference Center, and other venues.   The music in the street is free, as are the art and events of Kids night out on the Colton Hall Lawn.  For access to the venues for special performances, a button must be purchased.  Early bird buttons purchased by 8 pm on December 10: Adults: $25, Kids 6-15: $15; Family of 2 adults+2 children: $75.  After 8 pm on December 10, prices are $32 for adults, $20 for children 6-15, $104 for family of 2 adults plus 2 children.  See firstnightmonterey.org to purchase buttons or for more information on performers and venues.    FREE buttons are earned with four volunteer hours.  See Announcements below. 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Christmas on the Wharf– Enjoy the majestic tree, Santa’s cottage, holiday decorations and photo ops, plus musical and dance performances at various times four weekends in December:  Fridays, December 1, 8, 15, 22 from 5pm to 9 pm; Saturdays December 2, 9, 16, 23 11 am-9 pm; Sundays, December 3, 10, 17 from 1-8 pm.   Join in Community Caroling, coordinated by members of His Grace Ministries International Church, from 5-6:30 on these Sundays.

Christmas on Cannery Row On weekends beginning November 25th through December 18th, families can visit and take photos with Santa Claus in Steinbeck Plaza, Cannery Row.   Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 to 3:00 pm.

Free Parking at Cannery Row Garage after 4 pm. – Locals park free after 4 pm, with a valid ID, every day at the Cannery Row Garage (601 Foam St. between Hoffman/Prescott.

Volunteers Needed for First Night Monterey!  If you can help with four hours at set-up, clean up, various assignments, you will earn a FREE First Night Button to enjoy the additional five hours.  Contact firstnightmonterey.org to volunteer.   

Venture Gallery Featured November Artist – Meet Cheryl Kampe on November 22 and 24, 2-6 pm.   Exhibit of her textiles runs through November. 

Ice Skating by the Bay at Custom House Plaza opens November 24 through December 31.  Adults $15; Children 12 and under $13.  Skate rental $5.00.

Monterey Museum of Art – FREE ADMISSION ALL DECEMBER

Volunteers Needed at the Custom House Store.  For more information, contact stuart.thornton.iii@parks.ca.gov.

Monterey High School Stadium Project Meeting September 14 – You Tube recording is now posted on our website.  Go to oldtownmonterey.org.

“Extraordinary Valor: The Lost History of the Buffalo Solders in Monterey” – new exhibit open on Saturdays and Sundays 10am-4pm at the Lower Presidio Museum.  Free.

UNDERGROUNDING SURVEY – If you haven’t yet, please go to montereyundergrounding.net and complete an important survey.   Also, let them know if you want to be part of this committee.

Old Town Neighborhood Association’s website is LIVE!  Visit oldtownmonterey.org for the latest on events, issues, and to find the Historic Homes self-guided walk featuring historic homes in our Old Town neighborhood. 

Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association? Annual membership dues are just $20 for two adults in your household, which helps 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!   All residents living above Pacific St between the creek near Madison and the Presidio/DLI are eligible.   Checks to OTNA can be mailed, along with your names, address, phone and email to our address below.  Old Town Neighborhood Association P O Box 724, Monterey, CA  93942

This information is being shared as a service by Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Information is presumed accurate, but is not guaranteed, and always subject to change.   Visit our website at oldtownmonterey.org

Saturday, November 18, 2023, 2-4 pm Robert Louis Stevenson Happy Unbirthday Party at the Monterey Public Library Community Room.  Enjoy unbirthday cake, tea and a special presentation by author Claudine Chalmers discussing her new book, “Barbizon by the Pacific: The Early Days of Monterey’s Bohemian Art Colony with Jules Tavernier, Jules Simoneau and Robert Louis Stevenson”.  You can purchase books which the author will sign.  (Note: Robert Louis Stevenson famously “deeded” his birthday to a friend of his daughter, as her birthday had fallen on Christmas day, hence he has an unbirthday celebrated in his honor.   Free and no registration required.  

Saturday, November 18, 2023, 5-7pm – Christmas Tree Lighting at the Del Monte Shopping Center.   Enjoy refreshments, and kids receive free reindeer antlers while listening to live holiday music.  See Mr. and Mrs. Claus light the beautiful Christmas tree.  Free event.  You will have a chance to win one of three $100 Del Monte gift certificates if you bring three cans of food to donate to the Food Bank of Monterey County.   

Saturday, November 18, 2023, 6-8 pm. Artist Alexis Manheim Exhibition free reception at the Stanton Center.  The public is invited to the opening of this new exhibit, “A Complicated Reality”, that runs through January.

Tuesday, November 21, 2023 6:30 pm “$2 Tuesday: A Star is Born” at the Stanton Center, off Custom House Plaza.  See the 1937 classic starring Janet Gaynor and Frederick March. Tickets $2 general seating; $5 for VIP table seating.   Refreshments for purchase only.

Friday, November 24, 2023 – Opening of Ice Skating by the Bay at Custom House Plaza.  See announcements for more information.

Saturday, November 25, 2023 – Small Business Saturday –in downtown Monterey.  Help support our businesses and restaurants. 

Thursday, November 30, 6 pm. “Kim Talks”- at Oscar’s Playground on Cannery Row.  Bring your thoughts and issues to discuss with Dr. Kim Barber, City Councilwoman for our district one.   Her guest will be Kate Daniels, Monterey County Planning Commissioner running for District 5 seat on the County Board of Supervisors. 

Friday, December 1, 5-6 pm – Monterey Holiday Tree Lighting at the Colton Hall lawn.  Enjoy cookies, cider, live music and caroling along with the lighting of our city tree. 

Friday, December 1, 5-8 pm – First Friday Iluminado Celebration at the Monterey Museum of Art,

Free admission to the museum all month, as their gift to the community.  Experience the artist-commissioned trees that evolve with every visitor’s contribution. 

Saturday, December 2, 11 am Free Family Fun Day at the Monterey Museum of Art.  Make art and experience the exhibit.

Sunday, December 3, 5:15-7pm – Holiday Lighted Boat Parade –  Enjoy seeing the parade of festively decorated boats as they leave from the harbor and slowly move toward the aquarium and back at this traditional holiday event.  Many of our restaurants are great viewing spots!

Friday, December 8 and Saturday, December 9, 10-4pm Holiday Book Sale at the Monterey Public Library.  Purchase gently used books at the sale which supports our library.

Friday December 8 and Saturday, December 9, 5-9 pm – Christmas in the Adobes.Visit our historic adobes open and decorated for the holidays. Enjoy music and a wide variety of entertainment at these cherished homes and buildings.   The newly renovated First Theater will be included for the first time in many years.  Tickets may be purchased either online at www.mshpa.org or at the Pacific House at Custom House plaza.  Adults 18 and over $25/$30 after Nov 1 for one night; $45 for both nights.  Children under 18 are free.

December 10, 8 pm. – Deadline for Early Bird purchase of First Night Buttons:  Adults: $25, Kids 6-15: $15; Family of 2 adults+2 children: $75.  See firstnightmonterey.org for more information.

Saturday, December 16, 2023, 11-2 pm – Winter Art Market at the Monterey Museum of Art.  Free admission to the public the entire month of December.

Sunday, December 17, 3:00 Free Monterey Pops! Holiday Concert at Carmel High School Performing Arts Center.  Seating opens at 2:30 for this free concert.

Friday, Dec 22, 2023, 5:30-7:30 pm – Winter Solstice Celebration at the Monterey Museum of Art.

Sunday, December 31, 3pm-Midnight – First Night Monterey– Join in the family-friendly celebration with over 50 performances, featuring dance, jazz, celtic, marimba, folk, and rock music at Golden State Theater, Conference Center, and other venues.   The music in the street is free, as are the art and events of Kids night out on the Colton Hall Lawn.  For access to the venues for special performances, a button must be purchased.  Early bird buttons purchased by 8 pm on December 10: Adults: $25, Kids 6-15: $15; Family of 2 adults+2 children: $75.  After 8 pm on December 10, prices are $32 for adults, $20 for children 6-15, $104 for family of 2 adults plus 2 children.  See firstnightmonterey.org to purchase buttons or for more information on performers and venues.    FREE buttons are earned with four volunteer hours.  See Announcements below. 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Christmas on the Wharf– Enjoy the majestic tree, Santa’s cottage, holiday decorations and photo ops, plus musical and dance performances at various times four weekends in December:  Fridays, December 1, 8, 15, 22 from 5pm to 9 pm; Saturdays December 2, 9, 16, 23 11 am-9 pm; Sundays, December 3, 10, 17 from 1-8 pm.   Join in Community Caroling, coordinated by members of His Grace Ministries International Church, from 5-6:30 on these Sundays.

Volunteers Needed for First Night Monterey!  If you can help with four hours at set-up, clean up, various assignments, you will earn a FREE First Night Button to enjoy the additional five hours.  Contact firstnightmonterey.org to volunteer.   

Venture Gallery Featured November Artist – Meet Cheryl Kampe on November 22 and 24, 2-6 pm.   Exhibit of her textiles runs through November. 

Ice Skating by the Bay at Custom House Plaza opens November 24 through December 31.  Adults $15; Children 12 and under $13.  Skate rental $5.00.

Monterey Museum of Art – FREE ADMISSION ALL DECEMBER

Volunteers Needed at the Custom House Store.  For more information, contact stuart.thornton.iii@parks.ca.gov.

Monterey High School Stadium Project Meeting September 14 – You Tube recording is now posted on our website.  Go to oldtownmonterey.org.

“Extraordinary Valor: The Lost History of the Buffalo Solders in Monterey” – new exhibit open on Saturdays and Sundays 10am-4pm at the Lower Presidio Museum.  Free.

UNDERGROUNDING SURVEY – If you haven’t yet, please go to montereyundergrounding.net and complete an important survey.   Also, let them know if you want to be part of this committee.

Old Town Neighborhood Association’s website is LIVE!  Visit oldtownmonterey.org for the latest on events, issues, and to find the Historic Homes self-guided walk featuring historic homes in our Old Town neighborhood. 

Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association? Annual membership dues are just $20 for two adults in your household, which helps 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!   All residents living above Pacific St between the creek near Madison and the Presidio/DLI are eligible.   Checks to OTNA can be mailed, along with your names, address, phone and email to our address below.  Old Town Neighborhood Association P O Box 724, Monterey, CA  93942

This information is being shared as a service by Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Information is presumed accurate, but is not guaranteed, and always subject to change.   Visit our website at oldtownmonterey.org

As our Membership Appreciation Evening at the Perry House is nearly full, be sure if your reservation was pending receipt of your dues, that they have been received.  See Nov 1 for RSVP.  We could use another volunteer for check-in if you can volunteer for a shift.

Wednesday, October 25-Sunday, October 29, 7-9 pm Fright Fest Monterey  Enjoy five days and nights of horror films at the Stanton Center, 5 Custom House Plaza. $5 per show.  $40 for entire festival.   More info at www.stantoncenter.org/frightfest.

Saturday, October 28, 2023, 11-3pm – Free Family Fun Day at the Monterey Museum of Art, 599 Pacific Street.  Craft your own paper pumpkins, construct cute pom pom spiders, and design a spooky haunted house at the museum.  Free admission for all to the galleries and art events.

Saturday, October 28-29 Free Halloween Weekend Party at the Monterey County Fairgrounds, 7-11 pm for adults over 18.  Music by a DJ and no host spooky drinks.   Also for adults and coming to the Fairgrounds will be Paranormal Cirque, a Horror Story Under the Big Top, coming Nov 2-5.  Tickets can be purchased at www.paranormalcirque.com.

Tuesday, October 31, 2023, 4-7 pm – Halloween on the Wharf – Halloween Trick or Treat by the Bay and Costume Contest with Cash Prizes.   Come in costume for fun on the Old Fisherman’s Wharf.  Enjoy Halloween candy give-aways and photo ops with ghoulish caracters along the wharf while listening to the Halloween DJ play spooky Halloween music favorites.   Special costume contest at 5 pm with cash prizes for age groups under 8, 9-21 years, 22+ and groups of 3 or more.  Prizes for 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd in age categories are $100, $50 and $25 respectively.  Group of 3 or more 1^st prize $150; 2^nd $75, 3^rd $50.  

Wednesday, November 1, 2023 -Old Town Neighborhood Association Annual Member Appreciation Evening at the Perry House. 6pm-8pm   Reservations are filling up for our fabulous annual party at the Perry House for adult members of Old Town Neighborhood Association.  RSVP with your names, address, and contact information to philbussey2@gmail.com.  Enjoy an evening of great food, wine, beer and other beverages at this lovely, historical home overlooking the harbor.  Free to adult  members paid for 2023.   If you can also help volunteer for a shift at the check-in desk, please let Phyllis Bussey know that too.  If you are not a member yet, please see the bottom of this bulletin.  We also appreciate if you bring checks to be applied for 2024 dues, which will cover from January 1-December 31, 2024.

Thursday, November 2, 2023 5-7 pm An Evening at California’s First Theater – See the latest restoration efforts of this historic building at this fundraiser to help in the final stages of the full restoration.  Tour the buildings and grounds.  Tickets are $50 and can be purchased at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-evening-at-californias-first-theatre-tickets-723705140557.

Friday, November 3, 2023, 7-9 pm – Artist Reception and Gallery Openings at the Pacific Grove Art Center, 568 Lighthouse Avenue.  Enjoy musical guest Glenn Leon-Guerrero on keyboards and vocals playing old school R&B while enjoying the new exhibits, which will run through December 14.  Free but donations are greatly appreciated.   Exhibits include “My Name Is…Visual Storytelling Through Art and Culture”, by Natalia Corazza, Germain Hatcher, Marcia Perry & Jess Soriano in the Gill Gallery; “California Views by Theodore Heublein in the Dyke Gallery;  “Channels” by Ekaterina de la Torre in the Annand Gallery;  “The Art of Eleen Auvil” in the Boyer Gallery; and “Listen Closely” by Monterey High School students in the Small Halls.

Saturday, November 4, 2023, 9:30-11:00 – Free Wharf Walk focusing on the Legendary Sardine Industry, lead by maritime historian Tim Thomas, hosted by Monterey’s Fisherman’s Wharf Association. Free, but reservations required by calling Tim Thomas at 831-521-3304 or via email at timsardine@yahoo.com.  Ages 10-adult, limited to first 15 people.  

Saturday, November 4, 2023, 11-4 – Celebration of the Western Flyer’s Return to Monterey Bay.  Festivities begin at 11:00 on Fisherman’s Wharf, with live music, science, and art activities.  At noon, a boat parade will lead the boat into the harbor.   Best dressed Boat Contest.  12:30 Welcoming at the California Dock.   Free tours 1-4 pm of the restored and historic Western Flyer, the boat sailed by Doc Ricketts and John Steinbeck to the Sea of Cortez.   In case of rain, festivities move to the Stanton Center.

Saturday, November 4, 2023, 2-4 pm Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for Shuman HeartHouse, the first homeless shelter in Monterey for women and families, 600 E Franklin Street.   The public is invited to the celebration.   Free, but donations are appreciated.

Sunday, November 5, 1-2:30 – “Frances Elkins: Visionary American Designer”, presented by Scott Powell at the Stanton Center Theater, 5 Custom House Plaza.  The author highlights the work of this innovative Interior designer who lived from 1887 to 1953, and is considered one of the best American designers of all time.  Scott Powell’s images will include many of her commissions on the Monterey Peninsula.  $20/ $10 for AIA members and students.   Refreshments and book signing following the presentation.

Tuesday, November 7, 2-4 pm “That Pirate Bouchard” – Lecture by author William Briggs at the Casa Serano, sponsored by Monterey History and Art.  Free to members of MHAA.  $10 for non-members.

Wednesday, November 8, 3:30 pm.  Mural Dedication Ceremony and Celebration at Middlebury Institute of International Studies McKone Building, 499 Pierce Street.  3:30 Enjoy food and entertainment.  4:30 Unveiling with the Ohlone Sisters and Muralist Yermo Aranda.   Free and open to the public.  RSVP at go.MIIS.edu/celebration.  Co-sponsored by Middlebury Institute of International Studies and Old Monterey Foundation.  

Wednesday, November 8, 7 pm – Monterey County Pops Free Concert at the Stanton Center Theater, 5  Custom House Plaza.  Doors open at 6:30.  Special guests King City High School Band.  Free, but donations greatly appreciated. 

Sunday, November 12, 2023 6 am to noon – Monterey Bay Half Marathon.  Watch the finishers come in near the Custom House Plaza. 

Thursday,  November 16, 6 pm  Writer and Historian Talk by Claudine Chalmers regarding the creation of “The Barbizon of the Pacific”, a book she co-authored about the early days of Monterey’s Bohemian art colony with Jules Tavernier, Jules Simoneau and Robert Louis Stevenson.   The talk will be held at the Irvine Auditorium in the McKone Building of MIIS, 499 Pierce Street.  Wine reception to follow.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Discount for Christmas in the Adobe Tickets purchased before November 1 either online at www.mshpa.org or at the Pacific House on Custom House plaza for the event held December 8 and 9, 5-9 pm.  Adults 18 and over $25/$30 after Nov 1 for one night; $45 for both nights.  Children under 18 are free.

Bulgogi Korean Restaurant Opens on Alvarado St.   Enjoy Korean food at the new restaurant at 413 Alvarado Street, by the Golden State Theater.  Lunch 11:30-2:30; Dinner 5-9 pm.  Closed Wednesdays.

Magic Ice Rink at Custom House Plaza opens November 24 through January 1.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED at the Custom House Store.  For more information, contact stuart.thornton.iii@parks.ca.gov.

Monterey High School Stadium Project Meeting September 14 – You Tube recording is now posted on our website.  Go to oldtownmonterey.org.

“Extraordinary Valor: The Lost History of the Buffalo Solders in Monterey” – new exhibit open on Saturdays and Sundays 10am-4pm at the Lower Presidio Museum.  Free.

UNDERGROUNDING SURVEY – If you haven’t yet, please go to montereyundergrounding.net and complete an important survey.   Also, let them know if you want to be part of this committee.

Old Town Neighborhood Association’s website is now LIVE!  Visit oldtownmonterey.org for the latest on events, issues, and to find the Historic Homes self-guided walk featuring historic homes in our Old Town neighborhood. 

Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association? Annual membership dues are just $20 for two adults in your household, which helps 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!   All residents living above Pacific St between the creek near Madison and the Presidio/DLI are eligible.   Checks to OTNA can be mailed, along with your names, address, phone and email to our address below.  Old Town Neighborhood Association P O Box 724, Monterey, CA  93942

This information is being shared as a service by Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Information is presumed accurate, but is not guaranteed, and always subject to change.   Visit our website at oldtownmonterey.org

Saturday, October 21, 2023, 10 am.  Kim Talks at Red’s Donuts on Alvarado Street.  Meet and talk with Dr. Kim Barber, the city council representative for the Old Town district west of Larkin Street up to the presidio. 

Saturday, October 21, 5-8:30 – Trunk or Treat and Movie in the Park – Come dressed in costume to trunk or treat at Colton Hall Lawn, visit fire engines, enjoy kids activities.  At 7 pm, “The Nightmare Before Christmas” movie will be shown.  Bring a blanket or chair to sit on.  Free.

Wednesday, October 25-Sunday, October 29, 7-9 pm Fright Fest Monterey  Enjoy five days and nights of horror films at the Stanton Center, 5 Custom House Plaza. $5.  $40 for entire festival.   More info at www.stantoncenter.org/frightfest.

Thursday, October 26, 10:15-11:15 Halloween Story Time and Costume Parade on Colton Hall Lawn.  Bring a blanket and wear a Halloween costume.  Spooky Story Time begins at 10:15 followed by costume parade at 11:00 am. Free.

Thursday, October 26, 4-5 pm “The Return of the Western Flyer”, presented on Zoom by Sherry Flumerfelt with Tim Thomas, sponsored by the Monterey Public Library.  Free, but you must register at https://montereypl.libcal.com/event/11405228.

Saturday, October 28, 2023, 11-3pm – Free Family Fun Day at the Monterey Museum of Art, 599 Pacific Street.  Craft your own paper pumpkins, construct cute pom pom spiders, and design a spooky haunted house at the museum.  Free admission for all to the galleries and art events.

Tuesday, October 31, 2023, 4-7 pm – Halloween on the Wharf – Halloween Trick or Treat by the Bay and Costume Contest with Cash Prizes.   Come in costume for fun on the Old Fisherman’s Wharf.  Enjoy Halloween candy give-aways and photo ops with ghoulish caracters along the wharf while listening to the Halloween DJ play spooky Halloween music favorites.   Special costume contest at 5 pm with cash prizes for age groups under 8, 9-21 years, 22+ and groups of 3 or more.  Prizes for 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd in age categories are $100, $50 and $25 respectively.  Group of 3 or more 1^st prize $150; 2^nd $75, 3^rd $50.  

Wednesday, November 1, 2023 -Old Town Neighborhood Association Annual Member Appreciation Evening at the Perry House. 6pm-8pm   Reservations are filling up for our fabulous annual party at the Perry House for adult members of Old Town Neighborhood Association.  RSVP with your names, address, and contact information to philbussey2@gmail.com.  Enjoy an evening of great food, wine, beer and other beverages at this lovely, historical home overlooking the harbor.  Free to adult members.   If you can also help volunteer for a shift at the check-in desk, please let Phyllis Bussey know that too.  If you are not a member yet, please see the bottom of this bulletin.  

Friday, November 3, 2023, 7-9 pm – Artist Reception and Gallery Openings at the Pacific Grove Art Center, 568 Lighthouse Avenue.  Enjoy musical guest Glenn Leon-Guerrero on keyboards and vocals playing old school R&B while enjoying the new exhibits, which will run through December 14.  Free but donations are greatly appreciated.   Exhibits include “My Name Is…Visual Storytelling Through Art and Culture”, by Natalia Corazza, Germain Hatcher, Marcia Perry & Jess Soriano in the Gill Gallery; “California Views by Theodore Heublein in the Dyke Gallery;  “Channels” by Ekaterina de la Torre in the Annand Gallery;  “The Art of Eleen Auvil” in the Boyer Gallery; and “Listen Closely” by Monterey High School students in the Small Halls.

Saturday, November 4, 2023, 11-4 – Celebration of the Western Flyer’s Return to Monterey Bay.  Festivities begin at 11:00 on Fisherman’s Wharf, with live music, science, and art activities.  At noon, a boat parade will lead the boat into the harbor.   Best dressed Boat Contest.  12:30 Welcoming at the California Dock.   Free tours 1-4 pm of the restored and historic Western Flyer, the boat sailed by Doc Ricketts and John Steinbeck to the Sea of Cortez.   In case of rain, festivities move to the Stanton Center.

Tuesday, November 7, 2-4 pm “That Pirate Bouchard” – Lecture by author William Briggs at the Casa Serano, sponsored by Monterey History and Art.  Free to members of MHAA.  $10 for non-members.

Sunday, November 12, 2023 6 am to noon – Monterey Bay Half Marathon.  Watch the finishers come in near the Custom House Plaza. 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Magic Ice Rink at Custom House Plaza opens November 24 through January 1.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to help paint the 14 x 40 foot mural at Middlebury Institute of International Studies’ McKone Building at 499 Pierce Street (where we hold our OTNA meetings).  No experience needed, but volunteers are asked to fill two 3-hour shifts.  You can find more information and sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0849A5A72FA3F9C07-mural#/.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED at the Custom House Store.  For more information, contact stuart.thornton.iii@parks.ca.gov.

Monterey High School Stadium Project Meeting September 14 – You Tube recording is now posted on our website.  Go to oldtownmonterey.org.

“Extraordinary Valor: The Lost History of the Buffalo Solders in Monterey” – new exhibit open on Saturdays and Sundays 10am-4pm at the Lower Presidio Museum.  Free.

UNDERGROUNDING SURVEY – If you haven’t yet, please go to montereyundergrounding.net and complete an important survey.   Also, let them know if you want to be part of this committee.

Old Town Neighborhood Association’s website is now LIVE!  Visit oldtownmonterey.org for the latest on events, issues, and to find the Historic Homes self-guided walk featuring historic homes in our Old Town neighborhood. 

Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association? Annual membership dues are just $20 for two adults in your household, which helps 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!   All residents living west above Pacific St between the creek near Madison and the Presidio/DLI are eligible.   Checks to OTNA can be mailed, along with your names, address, phone and email to our address below.  Old Town Neighborhood Association P O Box 724, Monterey, CA  93942

This information is being shared as a service by Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Information is presumed accurate, but is not guaranteed, and always subject to change.   Visit our website at oldtownmonterey.org

Please join us Wednesday for our Old Town Neighborhood Association meeting.  Note that reservations for the Perry House membership celebration on November 1 are filling up fast.

Wednesday, October 18, 7 pm- Old Town Neighborhood Association Meeting at MIIS McKone Building Conference Room, 499 Pierce Street.   You may also participate on zoom.  Our special guest will be PK Diffenbaugh, Superintendent of Monterey Peninsula Unified School District, to discuss housing for teachers in the district and proposed financing.   The meeting is open to all residents of Old Town, regardless of membership.  Besides in person, you may join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://middlebury.zoom.us/j/94552757078?pwd=QTkyRFBQUWt0bUMxK2FNczgyZlZVZz09    Password: 6476422

Saturday, October 21, 2023, 10 am.  Kim Talks at Red’s Donuts on Alvarado Street.  Meet and talk with Dr. Kim Barber, the city council representative for the Old Town district west of Larkin Street up to the presidio. 

Thursday, October 26, 10:15-11:15 Halloween Story Time and Costume Parade on Colton Hall Lawn.  Bring a blanket and wear a Halloween costume.  Spooky Story Time begins at 10:15 followed by costume parade at 11:00 am. Free.

Saturday, October 28, 2023, 11-3pm – Free Family Fun Day at the Monterey Museum of Art, 599 Pacific Street.  Craft your own paper pumpkins, construct cute pom pom spiders, and design a spooky haunted house at the museum.  Free admission for all to the galleries and art events.

Wednesday, November 1, 2023 -Old Town Neighborhood Association Annual Member Appreciation Evening at the Perry House. 6pm-8pm   Reservations are filling up for our fabulous annual party at the Perry House for adult members of Old Town Neighborhood Association.  RSVP with your names, address, and contact information to philbussey2@gmail.com.  Enjoy an evening of great food, wine, beer and other beverages at this lovely, historical home overlooking the harbor.  Free to adult members.   If you can also help volunteer for a shift at the check-in desk, please let Phyllis Bussey know that too.  If you are not a member yet, please see the bottom of this bulletin.  

Friday, November 3, 2023, 7-9 pm – Artist Reception and Gallery Openings at the Pacific Grove Art Center, 568 Lighthouse Avenue.  Enjoy musical guest Glenn Leon-Guerrero on keyboards and vocals playing old school R&B while enjoying the new exhibits, which will run through December 14.  Free but donations are greatly appreciated.   Exhibits include “My Name Is…Visual Storytelling Through Art and Culture”, by Natalia Corazza, Germain Hatcher, Marcia Perry & Jess Soriano in the Gill Gallery; “California Views by Theodore Heublein in the Dyke Gallery;  “Channels” by Ekaterina de la Torre in the Annand Gallery;  “The Art of Eleen Auvil” in the Boyer Gallery; and “Listen Closely” by Monterey High School students in the Small Halls.

Saturday, November 4, 2023 – Celebration of the Western Flyer’s Return to Monterey Bay.  Festivities begin at 11:00 on Fisherman’s Wharf, with live music, science, and art activities.  At noon, a boat parade will lead the boat into the harbor.  Free tours of the restored and historic Western Flyer, the boat sailed by Doc Ricketts and John Steinbeck to the Sea of Cortez, will be available from 2-4 pm.  Bring your

cameras!

Tuesday, November 7, 2-4 pm “That Pirate Bouchard” – Lecture by author William Briggs at the Casa Serano, sponsored by Monterey History and Art.  Free to members.  $10 for non-members.

Sunday, November 12, 2023 6 am to noon – Monterey Bay Half Marathon.  Watch the finishers come in near the Custom House Plaza. 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to help paint the 14 x 40 foot mural at Middlebury Institute of International Studies’ McKone Building at 499 Pierce Street (where we hold our OTNA meetings).  No experience needed, but volunteers are asked to fill two 3-hour shifts.  You can find more information and sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0849A5A72FA3F9C07-mural#/.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED at the Custom House Store.  For more information, contact stuart.thornton.iii@parks.ca.gov.

Monterey High School Stadium Project Meeting September 14 – You Tube recording is now posted on our website.  Go to oldtownmonterey.org.

“Extraordinary Valor: The Lost History of the Buffalo Solders in Monterey” – new exhibit open on Saturdays and Sundays 10am-4pm at the Lower Presidio Museum.  Free.

UNDERGROUNDING SURVEY – If you haven’t yet, please go to montereyundergrounding.net and complete an important survey.   Also, let them know if you want to be part of this committee.

Old Town Neighborhood Association’s website is now LIVE!  Visit oldtownmonterey.org for the latest on events, issues, and to find the Historic Homes self-guided walk featuring historic homes in our Old Town neighborhood. 

Not Yet a Member of Old Town Neighborhood Association? Annual membership dues are just $20 for two adults in your household, which helps 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!   All residents living west above Pacific St between the creek near Madison and the Presidio/DLI are eligible.   Checks to OTNA can be mailed, along with your names, address, phone and email to our address below.  Old Town Neighborhood Association P O Box 724, Monterey, CA  93942

This information is being shared as a service by Old Town Neighborhood Association.  Information is presumed accurate, but is not guaranteed, and always subject to change.   Visit our website at oldtownmonterey.org