Covid-19

"Be kind." Now there's a phrase that's useful to remember at all times, particularly the one we're living in right now. Grace Lifestyle Boutique has just restocked their supply of these stylish "be kind" t-shirts with drawings of hands that spell out the words in American Sign Language. Sizes S, M, and L are available for $35 each at 459 Alvarado Street (shipping and curbside pick-up also available).

Congratulations to Code Ninjas' junior varsity e-sports team for winning the XP Youth League National Finals last weekend!

That's right, folks, the Monterey Whales JV Team upset the first seed in the first round of the playoffs and made an amazing underdog comeback, winning in the final round of their national Overwatch e-sports league on Saturday, July 25. Go team!

You can't go to the gym, but you can exercise your mind! Sovino Wine Bar's Trivia Night is now being held online every Monday at 7pm via Zoom and Classmarker.com. Participation fee is $10, which will be waived for the game on July 27 if you make a purchase from Sovino's online wine and beer store. Please pay in advance on our website.

Shelley Bennett Skincare is holding a donation drive for Community Homeless Solutions Women's Shelter through the month of July. For each grocery bag of women's and children's clothes, household items, and/or toys donated that day, Shelley Bennett will give you 5 raffle tickets.

At the end of the drive, Shelley will hold a raffle for 5 tote bags filled with skincare products! Please email Shelley for an appointment to drive up and drop off your donation at 588 Houston Street. She'll contact the raffle winners on August 1.

The City of Monterey is asking all of us to obey the words of our mothers and "look, don't touch" when it comes to the bear sculptures on the Colton Hall Lawn. Scientific studies have show that the novel coronavirus can stay on surfaces for an extended period of time. For your own health and safety, please do not climb on the bears.

While we shelter in place, there are a number of ways to continue to maintain our Union Yoga community. We are now offering a range of yoga classes seven days a week via Zoom; we meet in-person on Fridays - Sundays, 9am-10am, on the beach at the Monterey Tides Hotel; and many of our teachers are offering one-on-one or private group classes outdoors on your patio. View all the options and register here.

Cha-ya Japanese Tea and Things is holding a Japanese antique trunk show for three days only, July 23-25, 11am-4pm. We'll be showcasing all new items from three private collections! Cha-ya is located at 118 Webster Street.

The Library needs your support now more than ever before. As a result of the economic fallout from Covid-19, their funding has been drastically reduced. If you have the ability, you can assist by making a donation to the non-profit Monterey Public Library Friends & Foundation . The Friends & Foundation helps fund new materials, programs, and services that will keep the library a vibrant place to learn and grow.

Save yourself the time, hassle, and mess of making dinner on Friday night by ordering the Cult Cares Weekly Dinner! This take-out meal offers a full dinner for 2 adults for only $52. The menu changes each week.

Orders are accepted Tues-Thurs at 12pm, and pick-up is on Friday afternoon. Visit our online menu and scroll down the page to "Weekly Dinner Series" to order.

Compare your knowledge of Indiana Jones with other fans and enjoyed a physically distanced social night! Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant is holding a Virtual Trivia Night via Zoom on Wednesday, July 29, 7pm-9pm. We'll use ClassMarker.com as an answer...

As Golden State Theatre looks to the future, we want to hear from you! At your convenience, please take a few moments to fill out our short survey regarding Covid-19 policies , safety precautions, and the future return of live shows once restrictions are lifted. Your input matters to us. Thank you for your time and support!

On July 13, 2020, the State of California ordered the following businesses to close indoor operations in Monterey County: hair salons and barbershops; personal care services (including nail and skin care, waxing, lashes); fitness studios and fitness centers; offices for non-critical sectors; indoor malls; and places of worship. We will post updates when these businesses are permitted to reopen.

Well, ladies and gentlemen, the coronavirus surely is messing with all of us in Monterey County. The news from the State Health Department has left many frustrated and dispirited. But there is room for hope...

Socially Distant, Ethically Allied is more than a series of Vinyasa flow yoga classes. At each class, we'll collect donations to support an organization supporting communities fighting for equality. Join yoga instructor Ean Everett every Friday at 5:30pm at Om Studios. Please register in advance online.