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  • Monday, February 20 2012 12:01 PM EST2012-02-20 17:01:38 GMT
    February is not normally the time of year where wildfires pose a danger, but without much rain this year, it's a potential issue.

  • Mountain Parks Foundation invites you to a theatrical fundraiser, "Tales of the Magic Redwood Forest," a witty, whimsical 2-act play with proceeds to support our local California State Parks.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 4:28 PM EST2012-02-16 21:28:07 GMT
    Central Coast News believes that to build a stronger community, you must invest in it. That's why we launched One Million Dollar Community Investment.
    Central Coast News believes that to build a stronger community, you must invest in it. That's why we launched One Million Dollar Community Investment.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 4:19 PM EST2012-02-16 21:19:43 GMT
    Freedom Rotary is hosting their 28th Annual Casino Night on Saturday, March 17, 2012. The Rocking St. Paddy's Day themed event will take place in the Harvest Building at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds in Watsonville.

  • The second annual "Growing Future Leaders" Agricultural Industry Recognition Dinner will be held in honor of awardee Andrew D'Arrigo on Saturday, March 17, 2012 at the Hyatt Regency Monterey. All event proceeds will benefit local youth programs made available through the Monterey Bay Area Council, Boy Scouts of America.

  • The National Steinbeck Center is proud to present SpectorDance "Ocean", an innovative live performance integrating interviews with leading ocean scientists, high definition underwater film, original music

  • The Monterey Bay Area Chapter is currently seeking nominations for the Hero Awards, which recognizes members of the community who have shown courage, dedication, and character through acts of heroism and kindness. These people could be your neighbors, co-workers, friends, or family. 

  • Join Public Recreation Unlimited for their fundraiser kick-off to benefit the STADIUM AT THE SALINAS SPORTS COMPLEX.

  • If you are a Monterey County resident and at least sixty (60) years old Legal Services for Seniors may be able to help you with a legal problem or question you may have.
    If you are a Monterey County resident and at least sixty (60) years old Legal Services for Seniors may be able to help you with a legal problem or question you may have.

  • Learn more about Skating by the Bay including times and prices.

  • We have launched the 1 Million Dollar Community Investment with the goal is to help non-profit organizations that do some much for us on the Central Coast. The message can be anything from awareness or what the organization does to a specific initiative or event.

  • The s'Cool Food Initiative is a ten year commitment to change the school lunch tray. It's an Initiative designed to educate schools, get them back to scratch cooking and serve a healthy school lunch. Jennifer Mandulay is a mom on a journey to find out what her kids were really eating for school lunch. 

  • Local medical professionals with different areas of expertise.  You can find news and tips for healthy living and local doctors to help you and your family.

  • The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and the Animal Friends Rescue Project highlight a loveable animal needing a good home every Wednesday at 6:00am and every Friday at 6:00am and again at 5:00pm.
    KION along with the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and the Animal Friends Rescue Project highlight a loveable animal needing a good home every Wednesday at 6:00am and every Friday at 6:00am and again at 5:00pm.

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