The Monterey Community Band presents; “Festival of Lights around the World” Concert, conducted by Kristen Thompson. This concert features Monterey’s largest youth choir from Buena Vista and Spreckels School, Mayor Clyde Roberson narrating ‘Twas the Night before Christmas as well as other holiday tunes! The concert will be held at the Monterey Peninsula College Music Hall on Sunday, December 2 at 2:00 p.m. Admission and parking are free. Come and enjoy an afternoon of musical entertainment for the whole family.

For further information, call 646-3866.

Give the gift of wellness this holiday season! Purchase a $100 gift card for $80! Promotion begins Black Friday, November 23rd through December 24, 2018. Located downtown Monterey, the sports center is a state of the art fitness facility. The Monterey Sports Center is committed to providing quality service to our diverse community in ways that are helpful, caring, responsive, and cost-effective.

On November 9, 2018 at 11:44 A.M. the Marina Police Department and PRVNT conducted a parole search in the 100 block of Reservation Road in Marina. As a result of the search, officers located over one pound of narcotics including ten ounces of methamphetamine, one ounce of heroin, and seven ounces of marijuana. Officers also located numerous pieces of narcotics sales indicia including bags, scales, and cell phones.

City Manager Hans Uslar announced today the appointment of Kristi McClure Huckaby as Parks and Recreation Director. Ms. Huckaby has over 25 years’ experience working in and managing Parks and Recreation Departments in Southern California; cities both large and small, including the cities of Long Beach, Downey, Signal Hill, Placencia, Sierra Madre, Chula Vista, and most recently the City of Corona.

The Monterey City Council encourages Monterey residents to apply for volunteer positions on various Boards and Commissions. Applications will be accepted until 5 p.m. on Monday, November 19, 2018, to fill expiring terms to the following commissions:

• Historic Preservation Commission (4 seats)
• Museum and Cultural Arts Commission (3 seats)
• Parks and Recreation Commission (4 seats)

Serving on a Board or Commission is a great way to get involved in what makes Monterey a great place to live. Information on the responsibilities and duties of each Board or Commission and applications are available online at https://monterey.org/City-Hall/Boards-Commissions-and-Committees. Applications are also available at the City Clerk’s Office, 580 Pacific Street, Room 6.

For more information, call the City Clerk’s Office at (831) 646-3935.

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