Immortal Words
December 20, 2018, marks the 50th anniversary of the death of one of America's most beloved writers—and Monterey County's most famous sons—John Steinbeck. His body of work is widely regarded as among the finest of … [Read More...] about Immortal Words
Sixty Years of Cannery Row’s Developing Renaissance
Sitting at a polished boardroom table next to Ted Balestreri, chairman and CEO of Monterey's Cannery Row Company, it's easy to picture the popular waterfront area that he was instrumental in developing which is now … [Read More...] about Sixty Years of Cannery Row’s Developing Renaissance
Elvis and Me
Priscilla Presley sits quietly for a moment before answering a question about her memories of when she and Elvis Presley visited Monterey in December 1967. They had traveled from Los Angeles to visit her parents, … [Read More...] about Elvis and Me
Life is Good
Winifred is sprawled on the couch, head between paws. We lock eyes. And I can't help thinking… Am I the only one who looks in the eyes of his dog and knows exactly what she's thinking? Good. Then you understand. Her … [Read More...] about Life is Good
Happy Hour Hangouts
"Happy Hour." What is it about these two simple words that are immediately symbolic and never fail to produce a smile? How did it come to be synonymous with time spent unwinding at the conclusion of the workday … [Read More...] about Happy Hour Hangouts