Old Monterey District Blog

Below are the showtimes for Osio Theater, December 25 & 26, 2019. Osio, a nonprofit movie theater dedicated to independent, foreign, and art films, is located at 350 Alvarado Street in Old Monterey. Purchase advance tickets on our website.

UNCUT GEMS
12/25 at 1pm, 4pm
12/26 at 1pm, 4pm, 7pm
From acclaimed filmmakers Josh and Benny Safdie comes an electrifying crime thriller about Howard Ratner (Adam Sandler), a charismatic New York City jeweler always on the lookout for the next big score. When he makes a series of high-stakes bets that could lead to the windfall of a lifetime, Howard must perform a precarious high-wire act balancing business, family, and encroaching adversaries on all sides. Watch the trailer.

A HIDDEN LIFE
12/25 at 1:30pm
12/26 at 1:30pm, 5pm
At a key turning point for the Catholic Church, Pope Benedict XVI forms a surprising friendship with the future Pope Francis. Inspired by true events. This film, directed by Fernando Meirelles, stars Jonathan Price and Anthony Hopkins. Watch the trailer.

63 UP
12/25 at 1:30pm
12/26 at 1:30pm, 5:30pm
The latest installment of the groundbreaking, award-winning documentary series from director Michael Apted returns to visit the people whose lives have been followed since they were 7 years old. Featuring more of the original line-up than ever before, we discover what has happened to the group over the last s7 years and what life has thrown at them in their 60s. Watch the trailer.

ANIMATION NEXT
12/25 at 2:30pm
12/26 at 2:30pm
The best-of-the-best from the groundbreaking annual GLAS Animation Festival in Berkeley, CA. Showcasing seven bold new shorts from the newest generation to redefine what’s possible in the medium, taking you on a prismatic journey ranging from subterranean nightmares to sun-soaked coming of age stories. Watch the trailer.

JOJO RABBIT
12/25 at 1:45pm
12/26 at 1:45pm, 7pm
This World War II satire follows a lonely German boy whose world view is turned upside down when he discovers his single mother is hiding a young Jewish girl in their attic. Aided only by his idiotic imaginary friend, Adolf Hitler, Jojo must confront his blind nationalism. Watch the trailer.

PARASITE
12/25 at 4:15pm
12/26 at 4:15pm
Meet the Park Family: the picture of aspirational wealth. And the Kim Family, rich in street smarts but not much else. Be it chance or fate, these two houses are brought together and the Kims sense a golden opportunity. The Kims provide “indispensable” luxury services...Read More

Below are the showtimes for Osio Theater, December 20-24, 2019. Osio, a nonprofit movie theater dedicated to independent, foreign, and art films, is located at 350 Alvarado Street in Old Monterey. Purchase advance tickets on our website.

A HIDDEN LIFE
Daily at 1:15pm, 5pm
(No 5pm screening on 12/24)
At a key turning point for the Catholic Church, Pope Benedict XVI forms a surprising friendship with the future Pope Francis. Inspired by true events. This film, directed by Fernando Meirelles, stars Jonathan Price and Anthony Hopkins. Watch the trailer.

63 UP
Daily at 1:30pm, 5pm
(No 5pm screening on 12/24)
The latest installment of the groundbreaking, award-winning documentary series from director Michael Apted returns to visit the people whose lives have been followed since they were 7 years old. Featuring more of the original line-up than ever before, we discover what has happened to the group over the last s7 years and what life has thrown at them in their 60s. Watch the trailer.

ANIMATION NEXT
Weekdays at 2pm
The best-of-the-best from the groundbreaking annual GLAS Animation Festival in Berkeley, CA. Showcasing seven bold new shorts from the newest generation to redefine what’s possible in the medium, taking you on a prismatic journey ranging from subterranean nightmares to sun-soaked coming of age stories. Watch the trailer.

THE TWO POPES
Weekdays at 3:30pm
Sat & Sun at 10:45am, 3:30pm
At a key turning point for the Catholic Church, Pope Benedict XVI forms a surprising friendship with the future Pope Francis. Inspired by true events. This film, directed by Fernando Meirelles, stars Jonathan Price and Anthony Hopkins. Watch the trailer.

HARRIET
Daily at 4:15pm
Based on the thrilling and inspirational life of an iconic American freedom fighter, Harriet tells the extraordinary tale of Harriet Tubman's escape from slavery and transformation into one of America’s greatest heroes. Her courage, ingenuity, and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history. Watch the trailer.

JOJO RABBIT
Daily at 1:15pm
This World War II satire follows a lonely German boy whose world view is turned upside down when he discovers his single mother is hiding a young Jewish girl in their attic. Aided only by his idiotic imaginary friend, Adolf Hitler, Jojo must confront his blind nationalism. Watch the trailer.

MARRIAGE STORY
Daily at 6:15pm
(No screening on 12/24)...Read More

Here at Cult Taco, we have received tremendous support from locals in the Monterey Bay Area. One such is Amanda Little, who at 26 years old was forced to medically retire from the Coast Guard after serving for six years due to a rare vascular condition known as Nutcracker Syndrome. Amanda is now 28, has the goal of attending Brown University to be come a writer, and is facing an open-vascular-transplant surgery.

We have been lucky enough to get to know Amanda and her husband Stephen through countless visits here at Cult Taco. As some of you may know, part of our mission at Cult Taco is to support our community in the best possible way. We want to help Amanda bring awareness to this rare disease and help assist her with medical bills.

In order to do that, we are offering a silent auction to cater a dinner at your private home for up to 15 guests. We will make this event an unforgettable evening full of great food and drink to share with your friends and family. We will hold this silent auction until January 1, 2020. Bidding will start at $500 and the highest bidder will have a menu personally created by Chef Michelle Estigoy.

Please DM us through Facebook or Instagram for all bids and/or questions. Thank you so much for helping us support out amazing community!

Team Cult Taco
481 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey

Below are the showtimes for Osio Theater, December 13-19, 2019. Osio, a nonprofit movie theater dedicated to independent, foreign, and art films, is located at 350 Alvarado Street in Old Monterey. Purchase advance tickets on our website.

THE TWO POPES
Weekdays at 1:45pm, 4:15pm, 6:45pm
Sat & Sun at 11am, 1:45pm, 4:15pm, 6:45pm
At a key turning point for the Catholic Church, Pope Benedict XVI forms a surprising friendship with the future Pope Francis. Inspired by true events. This film, directed by Fernando Meirelles, stars Jonathan Price and Anthony Hopkins. Watch the trailer.

HARRIET
Daily at 1:45pm, 4:30pm
Based on the thrilling and inspirational life of an iconic American freedom fighter, Harriet tells the extraordinary tale of Harriet Tubman's escape from slavery and transformation into one of America’s greatest heroes. Her courage, ingenuity, and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history. Watch the trailer.

THE AERONAUTS
Weekdays at 2pm
Sat & Sun at 11:30am, 2pm
Set in 1862, wealthy young widow Amelia Wren and headstrong scientist James Glaisher mount a balloon expedition to fly higher than anyone in history. This is a journey to the very edge of existence, where the air is thin and the chances of survival are slim. As their perilous ascent reveals their true selves, this unlikely pair discover things about each other - and themselves - that helps each of them find their place in the world they have left behind. Watch the trailer.

JOJO RABBIT
Weekdays at 1:30pm, 4pm, 6:30pm
Sat & Sun at 11:15am, 1:30pm, 4pm, 6:30pm
This World War II satire follows a lonely German boy whose world view is turned upside down when he discovers his single mother is hiding a young Jewish girl in their attic. Aided only by his idiotic imaginary friend, Adolf Hitler, Jojo must confront his blind nationalism. Watch the trailer.

MARRIAGE STORY
Daily at 4:15pm, 7pm
A stage director and his actor wife struggle through a grueling, coast-to-coast divorce that pushes them to their personal and creative extremes. This film, directed by Noah Baumbach, stars Scarlett Johansson, Adam Driver, Laura Dern, and Merritt Wever. Watch the trailer.

PARASITE
Weekdays at 7pm
Sat & Sun at 11am, 7pm
Meet the Park Family: the picture of aspirational wealth. And the Kim Family, rich in street smarts but not much else. Be it chance or fate, these two houses are brought together and the Kims sense a golden opportunity. The Kims provide “indispensable...Read More

The Monterey Music Store is now offering local delivery for some of our bigger products such as amplifiers, electric pianos, and more. For further details, please visit us at 425 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey, or phone us at 831-372-5893.

The Old Monterey Business Association announces the 2019 Downtown Business Awards!

Best Downtown Small Business
Sur Burger

Most Inviting Business
MidiCi The Neapolitan Pizza Company

Best New Restaurant
Alta Bakery and Cafe

Most Innovative Business
Cult Taco

Best Downtown "Meet Up" Spot
TZONE Monterey

Best Window Display
Butterfly Boutique

Best Business Renovation
Peet's Coffee and Jacks Terrace at Portola Hotel & Spa

2019 It's Happening Now Award
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Downtown Anchor Award
Rosine's Restaurant

Old Monterey Impact Award
Golden State Theatre / Selfieville

2019 Business Partnership
Language Capital of the World Cultural Festival

Best Downtown Holiday Traditional Event
Ice Skating by the Bay

Downtown Street Beat Award
Uretsky Security

Best New Downtown Community Event
Monterey Peninsula Pride Celebration

Best Downtown Beautification Project
Sandy Freeman & the Alvarado Maintenance District

In Great Appreciation
Louie Marcuzzo

The Old Monterey Business Association (OMBA) is a nonprofit organization committed to enhancing and promoting the economic vitality and community spirit of Old Monterey. We strive to enhance and promote the economic vitality and community spirit of Old Monterey as well as maintaining the Downtown as a unique retail, entertainment, and commercial center for both residents and visitors of Old Monterey.

Rosine's Restaurant is holding a food and toy drive this holiday season to benefit the Salvation Army! From now until December 23, 2019, bring in three new cans of non-perishable food or one new unwrapped toy and receive a free small bite dessert with your meal. Rosine's, a family-owned business known locally for its wonderful cakes and cookies, is located at 434 Alvarado Street in Downtown Old Monterey.