He's quite possibly the most famous musician you've never heard of. A newly minted Pebble Beach resident, John Beland has lent his guitar and vocal chops to countless recordings and live performances. A conversation with him is liberally peppered with a plethora of mid- to late-20th century musical household names such as Arlo Guthrie, Ricky Nelson, Rita Coolidge, Glen Frey, … [Read more...] about Flying Under the Radar
Dress to Impress
A Consummate Carmel Shopping Experience at Khaki's Men's Clothier
The most frequently traveled route into downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea is via Ocean Avenue west from Highway 1. And the first thing visitors see upon entering town is a white, exquisitely landscaped building on the corner of Ocean and Junipero. The store's windows are an ever-changing riot of color and style, a statement that subtly and tastefully says, "Welcome to Carmel." This … [Read more...] about Dress to Impress
A Carmel Treasure
Kocek Jeweler, Inc., Exquisite Jewelry for Half a Century
Carmel-by-the-Sea in 1973 was a very different village than the one we know and love today. Yes, there were plenty of visitors, but the retail landscape was more directed to catering to a local clientele. As now, there were plenty of art dealers—in keeping with the town's heritage as an art colony—good restaurants and souvenir shops, in addition to shops that served the … [Read more...] about A Carmel Treasure
2023 Monterey Jazz Festival
An Exciting Blend of Old and New
The 2023 Monterey Jazz Festival's slate of performers is the final one to be curated by outgoing Artistic Director Tim Jackson. He's stepping down after 32 years with the organization and programming his swan song has been a bittersweet experience, "depending on the day." "I'm looking forward to a great year with a ton of great artists I've worked with for years. I've chosen … [Read more...] about 2023 Monterey Jazz Festival
Volunteer Divers Hard at Work
Saving the Giant Kelp Forests of Monterey Bay
Most people think of the giant kelp seen along Monterey Bay's shoreline as "seaweed," but the truth is, it's not a weed—it's not even a plant, but a form of algae. Scientists refer to it fondly as Macrocystis pyrifera and it is one of the planet's fastest-growing species, shooting up two feet a day in optimal circumstances, sometimes reaching lengths of 175 feet. Kelp is found … [Read more...] about Volunteer Divers Hard at Work