Henry's BBQ in the Lighthouse District is pleased to announce that all day on Mondays we're now offering a discount for military personnel on active duty! Just show your ID on Monday and receive 10% off your bill (excluding alcohol). This offer is valid for dining in or take out orders. For more information, please phone Henry's at 831-646-6999.
Last year an estimated $4.1 million came into the county from film productions! It's been 25 years since the Monterey County Film Commission was created by the Monterey County Board of Supervisors. But the non-profit organizationâs funds from the county provide only a portion of its budget each year, so additional support from cities, grants, businesses, and individuals are critical.
For the past 21 years, the film commission's largest annual fundraiser has been a glamorous gala in a ballroom, celebrating the Academy Awards. This year the commission is doing a different fundraising appeal, inviting local residents to "Stay Home with Oscar," tuning into the February 26 broadcast on their televisions in the comfort of their own homes while still supporting the Film Commission.
Rather than incurring the costs of a gown, tuxedo, taxi, dinner tickets and silent auction items, supporters are asked to donate $100-$250 to the Film Commission, providing more direct funds to the non-profit, plus a greater tax-deductible benefit to donors.
In return, contributors can receive all sorts of fun thank-you gifts and will be entered into a drawing for a movie-themed basket of goodies including a magnum of Cima Collina wine, a two-night stay at Montereyâs Hotel Pacific, and more.
For more information on the "Stay Home with Oscar" fundraising campaign and to donate to the Monterey County Film Commission, please contact the office at 831-646-0910.
The Monterey County Film Commission's Film Student Scholarship & Award Program has just increased this year's award from $1,000 to $2,000, thanks to private donations and funding from the Monterey International Pop Festival Foundation.
Applications for the fifth annual scholarship program are being accepted until Feb. 17, 2012. The $2,000 award winner (or two $1,000 winners, if the prize is split) will be announced March 31. Eligibility information and application forms may be downloaded at MCFC's website. For more information, please contact the film commission office at 831-646-0910.
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Off the Menu: Bites Big & Small (Doggie Stylez)
by Raul N.
Monterey Herald, 01/26/12
Mike Hale, the Grub Hunter: One Hot Doggie (Doggie Stylez)
by Mike Hale
Monterey Herald, 01/25/12
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Yeah, Dog: Domingo "Dingo" Rivera Leads the People to the Party - and Tubes of Doggie Stylez Meat
by Mark Anderson
Monterey County Weekly, 01/12/12
Mike Hale, th Grub Hunter (Portola Restaurant, Doggie Stylez, Hula's)
by Mike Hale
Monterey Herald, 01/11/12
Are you looking as pale as the winter snow? Come on down to Lighthouse District's Sahara Sun Tanning! In the month of January, we have several specials from which to choose:
*One Month All-Inclusive Service for only $79.95
includes all regular tan beds, Njoy, Ultra Bronze, and Mystic Tanning
*Two Months of Unlimited Regular Tanning for only $79.95
includes unlimited regular and stand-up tanning
*Purchase 3 Mystic Tanning Sessions for only $59.95
*Purchase 3 Njoy or Ultra Bronze Sessions for only $49.95
*Purchase 12 Regular Tanning Sessions for only $49.95
For more information and to make an appointment, please phone Sahara Sun Tanning at 831-375-9584.
The Scholze Park Community Center, located in the heart of New Monterey's Lighthouse District at 280 Dickman Avenue, is busy with drop-in activities five days a week! Here's a sample for January:
Mondays: Public Computers Available (9am-4:30pm)
Tuesdays: Bridge (12:30pm-2:30pm)
Wednesdays: Watercolor Painting (10am-12pm)
Thursdays: Yoga for Everyone (9:30am-10:30am)
Fridays: Coffee & Conversation (9:30am-11:30am)
Please note: we will be closed January 16
Although we primarily cater to people age 55 and older, many of our events welcome adults age 18 and up. Just give us a call at 831-646-3878 or stop by to learn more. To download a calendar of activities for January as an Adobe PDF file, please click here.
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Puppet Upgrade: Paper Wing's Racy, Irreverent, Tony-Winning Avenue Q Does Sesame Street One Better
by Walter Ryce
Monterey County Weekly, 12/22/11
In this month's NMBA newsletter, we feature information about the NMBA annual member meeting on January 18, how to promote your military discounts, and much more. Read all about it now! You can download the PDF file (size: 79k) to your computer by visiting this page:http://www.socialwave.net/attachments/6204/
The New Monterey Business Association (NMBA) is now accepting nominations for its 2012 Board of Directors! The Association meets on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 8:30am.
This is a particularly exciting and challenging year as the Board works with member businesses, the City, and the neighborhood to define the character of Lighthouse Avenue. Please consider joining us as we tackle the many issues impacting business on our street.
The mission statement of the NMBA describes it as "a community of businesses united to achieve the common goals of economic vitality and to reaffirm the spirit of New Monterey." We invite you to join the NMBA Board of Directors as we work together to achieve that goal!
Please call NMBA President Cris Staedler at 831-649-1799 or the NMBA office at 831-655-8070 for more information or to volunteer to serve on the Board.
Say "Happy Holidays" with some pizzazz! Mrs. Delish's Cupcake Boutique in the Lighthouse District is now offering gift certificates with a gold foil-lined envelope and a Mrs. Delish's gold seal. Give someone the joy of delicious treats this season, presented with class.
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Paper Wing Theatre Co. Presents Peninsula Premiere of Puppet Monster Musical Comedy 'AvenueQ'
by Lily Dayton
Monterey Herald, 12/15/11
Paper Wing's 'Avenue Q' Definitely Adult Fare
by Lily Dayton
Monterey Herald, 12/14/11
The Beat Goes on Despite the Distractions of the Holiday Season (American Burger)
by Mac McDonald
Monterey Herald, 12/15/11
Applications for the fifth annual Monterey County Film Commission $1,000 scholarship for film students are now being accepted. Forms are available at the film commission office, or may be downloaded from our website. Deadline to submit applications is February 17, 2012.
The scholarship program was created to provide financial aid and incentive to students of film and beginning filmmakers who reside in Monterey County or are currently enrolled in a community college or university in the county. The fund was established as a permanent endowment with the Community Foundation for Monterey County. For additional information, please contact the film commission at 831-646-0910.
Are you looking as pale as the newly-fallen snow? Come on down to Lighthouse District's Sahara Sun Tanning! In the month of December, we have several specials from which to choose:
*One Month All-Inclusive Service for only $79.95
includes all regular tan beds, Njoy, Ultra Bronze, and Mystic Tanning
*One Month of Unlimited Regular Tanning for only $49.95
includes unlimited regular and stand-up tanning
*Purchase 2 Mystic Tanning Sessions for only $49.95
*Purchase 2 Njoy or Ultra Bronze Sessions for only $39.95
*Purchase 2 Regular Tanning Sessions for only $12
For more information and to make an appointment, please phone Sahara Sun Tanning at 831-375-9584.
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Off the Menu: Best Bites (Crystal Fish Sushi)
by Raul N.
Monterey Herald, 12/08//11
Gift certificates make great holiday presents, and throughout the month of December, Henry's BBQ has some great deals for you!
December 1-31, purchase $50 certificates for only $40, $75 certificates for only $60, and $100 certificates for only $80.
Customers come to Henry's for our great food, cozy environment, reasonable prices, and our friendly staff. We offer a huge menu selection including a variety of barbecued meats, burgers (ground fresh daily!), sandwiches, pastas, and more.
Give the gift of delicious food from Henry's BBQ!
Henry's BBQ at 401 Lighthouse Avenue is pleased to announce our new Happy Hour Specials! Mondays-Fridays, 3pm-6pm, stop by the restaurant and receive $2 off all beer and wine and $2 off all appetizers.
Yes, ladies and gentlemen, the holiday season is here and Cat's Meow is pleased to announce we've brought back Meow Money! Meow Money, available in $5 denominations, can be used just like cash for purchases at Cat's Meow. It's our answer to gift cards! Give your friends and family the gift of Meow Money this holiday season.
Cat's Meow: offering stylish, distinctive, and inspirational fashion.
Paprika Cafe, located in New Monterey, wants to let our loyal customers know that our hours of operation have changed as of December 1, 2011. Please note that we'll be open Fridays and Saturdays only, 11am-9pm. You can also catch us at the Farmers' Market in Old Monterey on Tuesdays.
The Scholze Park Community Center is pleased to announce that the latest Golden 55 Travelers Program Newsletter, listing information on all our fantastic trips January - June 2012, is now available for download here as an Adobe PDF file! Just click this link to download the document (document size: 80k).
The Travelers Program isn't just for seniors: many trips are available for adults of all ages. For more information on The Golden 55 Travelers Program, please phone 831-646-3878.
