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Vote for YOUR picks for Movies in the Park 2012

Posted on May 22nd, 2012 by Lighthouse District

For the second year in a row, the New Monterey Business Association wants YOU to pick the movies for Movies in the Park. Suggestions have been submitted, and we have ten finalists. Please vote for your favorites - voting ends Tuesday, June 5!

The top three vote-getters will be featured at Movies in the Park in Scholze Park on Saturday July 14th, August 11th, and September 8th.

MCFC Selects Joseph Blackburn as Scholarship Winner

Posted on May 14th, 2012 by Lighthouse District

The Monterey County Film Commission is pleased to announce that Joseph "Joey" Blackburn, a student at CSUMB, was named the 2012 winner of the $2,000 scholarship in the MCFC's Film Student Scholarship & Awards Program. Blackburn, originally from Paso Robles, is a Marina resident and graduating senior at CSUMB's Teledramatic Arts and Technology Department.

Blackburn will use the award to help cover production costs for his Capstone, a senior film project required as his final thesis film by CSUMB. His film, a black and white horror film entitled A Fly in the Room, was shot on 16mm film, a more expensive option. "I wanted to shoot on film for the aesthetic feel that I wanted for my movie, and filming on 16mm was an experience I wanted to have at least one time, knowing that most work opportunities will be in video," Blackburn said. "It feels very good to know that all of my efforts studying filmmaking at CSUMB have been rewarded with this scholarship, and tells me that if I continue to work hard good things will happen."

Blackburn’s film will be screened with other Capstone films on May 18 at 1pm and 6pm at CSUMB's World Theater.

Oya Salon Launches Redesigned Website

Posted on May 11th, 2012 by Lighthouse District

Oya Salon is proud to announce the re-launch of their website, OyaSalon.com. The website offers a complete redesign focused on a user-friendly experience.

OyaSalon.com offers several interactive features, including online reservations; downloadable information on becoming a fashion or editorial hair model; details on Oya's Hair Design University for stylists; and tablet and smart phone compatibility. It also features a blog so visitors can keep up to date on the latest salon events, promotions, and industry innovations. Check it out!

Monterey Aquarium: Sandbar Shark on Exhibit

Posted on May 3rd, 2012 by Lighthouse District

Monterey Bay Aquarium is pleased to announce that, for the first time ever, we're now exhibiting a sandbar shark in our million-gallon Open Sea Exhibit. The male shark, originally from Hawaii, has been growing up behind the scenes in our Animal Research & Care Center in Marina. The new shark, which went on exhibit April 26, is 43 pounds and measures four feet, six inches.

The sandbar shark (carcharhinus plumbeus) is one of the largest coastal pelagic sharks, found worldwide in subtropical waters, and can be eight feet long. True to its name, this beautiful shark is often found in sandy or muddy areas close to land. Also known as the brown or thickskin shark, it's easily recognized by its large dorsal (top) fin. It's doing very well on exhibit! You can even check out the new shark on our live web cam!

Neighborhood Association Seeks Board Members

Posted on May 3rd, 2012 by Lighthouse District

A message from Bill Whipple, President of the New Monterey Neighborhood Association (NMNA):

Humbly, I ask you to please consider joining the NMNA's Board. Our bylaws authorize up to 11 members...and there are only 4 Board member now! The time commitment is really quite small - 1-2 hours per month for the board meeting, plus whatever time you choose to spend on what interests you.

The NMNA Board is facing some real challenges right now. Our April meeting had to be cancelled due to a lack of a quorum. Attendance by more than half of the board members is required for an official meting, and two of the four board members were unable to make the meeting.

Please consider stepping up and contributing to the community. We need you! For more information, please phone Howard Fosler at 831-649-6935 or Sharon Dwight at 831-375-0841.

Movies in the Park: Pick this Year's Films!

Posted on May 1st, 2012 by Lighthouse District

The New Monterey Business Association wants YOU to pick the movies for Movies in the Park 2012. It's easy as one, two, see.

ONE: Nominate. Pick three movies you'd like to see and send us the list via e-mail, through our Facebook page, or by clicking on "Add Comment" at the bottom of this post. Nominations must be received by Tuesday, May 15. Please note: all nominations should be PG-13 or below (no R-rated movies) and run less than 2 hours.

TWO: Vote. The ten most nominated movies will be voted on by the public at LighthouseDistrict.net. (Voting begins Tuesday, May 22 and ends Tuesday, June 5.)

SEE: The three movies that get the most votes will be shown this year at Movies in the Park in Scholze Park. Show dates this year are July 14, August 11, and September 8. Movies start a half-hour after sunset.

2012 Monterey Bay Skate Jam Series

Posted on April 23rd, 2012 by Lighthouse District

On the Beach is proud to sponsor the 2012 Monterey Bay Skate Jam Series! The one and only monthly skateboarding event on the Monterey Peninsula, our skate jams are designed to be a fun and interactive competitive event for riders, friends, and family alike. With a live DJ, product tosses, food, and drinks (and, on occasion, demos, games of skate, and other fun events), we invite skaters, friends, and family to come out and enjoy the day with us.

There are 4 age divisions: 8 and under, 9-12, 13-15, and 16 and up. Riders will be judged based on (in order of importance): creativity, style, consistency, variety (in tricks and use of obstacles), and difficulty.

Sign-ups start at 10am, contests start at 11am. Normally, the event runs until 3pm. Dates and locations are as follows:

April 21 - Marina Skate Park
Marina City Teen Center, 304 Hillcrest Ave

May 12 - Marina Skate Park
Marina City Teen Center, 304 Hillcrest Ave

June 16 - Monterey Skate Park
El Estero Park, Pearl St. & Camino Aguajito

July 7 - Monterey Skate Park
El Estero Park, Pearl St. & Camino Aguajito

August 11 - Marina Skate Park
Marina City Teen Center, 304 Hillcrest Ave

September 15 - Monterey Skate Park
El Estero Park, Pearl St. & Camino Aguajito

October 13 Championship - Marina Skate Park
Marina City Teen Center, 304 Hillcrest Ave

Lighthouse District in the News, 04/21/12

Posted on April 21st, 2012 by Lighthouse District

Welcome to Lighthouse District in the News, an occasional post featuring recent news articles on Monterey's Lighthouse District. Please click the links below to read the full articles.

Off the Menu: Battle of the Burgers - Round 1 (Bulldog British Pub)
by Raul N.
Monterey Herald, 04/12/12

Uphill Battle: Cyclists Advocate for a New Monterey Bike Path; Neighbors Push Back
by Sara Rubin
Monterey County Weekly, 04/19/12

Exciting Changes in Front of Scholze Park!

Posted on April 13th, 2012 by Lighthouse District

In the past 6 weeks, you may have noticed some construction taking place on the sidewalk of Lighthouse Avenue in front of Scholze Park (at the corner of Lighthouse and Dickman). This was part of the first phase of the City of Monterey's streetscape project, and we're pleased to report that our ugly duckling has now turned into a beautiful swan, creating a great entryway for Scholze Park!

Cris Staedler, a Senior Principal at EMC Planning and President of the New Monterey Business Association, was kind enough to take photographs of the project for us from start to finish. You can view all of Cris's photos here.

The NMBA would like to give a special thanks to Nancy Selfridge, Doug Stafford, and Louis Marcuzzo for securing the funds, preparing the design, and implementing the project so quickly.

Two Local Schools Seek Auction Item Donations

Posted on April 13th, 2012 by Lighthouse District

The New Monterey Business Association has received requests for auction donations from Lighthouse District businesses for two local schools, La Mesa Elementary and Trinity Christian High School. Please consider donating an auction item if you are able. Details are below.

La Mesa Elementary School Fundraiser, May 4
La Mesa Elementary School in Monterey is seeking auction donations for its 14th Annual Spring Auction: Salute to the Services which will take place on Friday, May 4, 2012 at the Monterey Elks Lodge. Over 85% of our 400 students are dependents of military families stationed at the Naval Post Graduate School or the Defense Language Institute, and their families frequently shop in the Lighthouse District.

With the help of our annual auction, La Mesa aims to raise $10,000 which will provide the children with music, art, and physical education throughout the year. Please consider supporting our local students through a donation of goods or services. Your donation may be tax-deductible, as we are a registered 501c3 charity; in addition, your name or business will be listed in our auction program and you will be acknowledged on our website and Facebook page. Please visit our event website for more information, or contact DeDe Bolke at 719-651-5803.

Trinity Christian High School Fundraiser, May 20
Trinity Christian High School in Monterey is seeking auction donations for its Annual Benefit Dinner and Auction, to be held on Sunday, May 20, 2012 at Embassy Suites Monterey Hotel.

The goal is to raise $50,000, which will be used toward the school's scholarship fund as well as to enhance the school's academic, athletic, and arts programs. Trinity Christian High School is a 501c3 non-profit organization, and all donations will be given a receipt for tax purposes; we will also be pleased to acknowledge your business. For more information, please download our donor information letter as well as our form for auction donors.

Monterey Budokan Martial Arts Academy's New Website

Posted on April 10th, 2012 by Lighthouse District

The Monterey Budokan Martial Arts Academy in the heart of the Lighthouse District is pleased to announce that we have a great new website! We invite you to check us out online and to stop by our Budokan for a visit.

Founded by Julio Toribio Kancho, Monterey Budokan Martial Arts Academy offers training in self defense and in several martial arts, focusing on the unification of body, mind, and spirit.

We offer classes for children (ages 5-7 and 8-13) in Seibukan Jujutsu, as well as a wide range of classes for teens and adults (ages 14 and up) in Seibukan Jujutsu, Enshin Itto-ryu Battojutsu, Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu - Ninjutsu, Aikido, and Action Self-Defense.

We regularly host Seibukan Jujutsu black-belt demonstrations open to the public - bring the whole family to watch!

Oya Salon's Military Discount

Posted on April 5th, 2012 by Lighthouse District

At Oya Salon in the Lighthouse District, members of the military receive 10% off services on your first visit with Claudia. Additionally, if you pre-book your second appointment on the day of your first visit (the second visit must take place within 5 weeks after the first visit), you'll receive 10% off your second visit.

Please note that this offer is only valid with Claudia and excludes products. Military ID is required. For more information and to book your appointment, please phone Oya at 831-656-0570.

Carbone's in April

Posted on April 5th, 2012 by Lighthouse District

Come on down to Carbone's in New Monterey's Lighthouse District! Throughout April, there's lots going on in the evenings:

Mondays: Service Industry Night with Happy Hour beer prices Tuesdays: Turtle Races Wednesdays: Ladies' Night - buy one special, get the 2nd special at half price Sundays: $3.50 Bloody Marys and free pool!

Carbone's, your friendly neighborhood bar: old school, new rules at 214 Lighthouse Ave.

Henry's BBQ April Take-Out Special

Posted on March 27th, 2012 by Lighthouse District

Throughout the month of April, Henry's BBQ in the Lighthouse District is offering a great take-out special: purchase a full rack of pork spare ribs to go and receive a free order of garlic bread. Be sure to mention that you saw the offer on LighthouseDistrict.net!

For more information or to place your order, please phone Henry's at 831-646-6999.

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