SPOOK FEST
SOLEDAD — Soledad Chamber is hosting its sixth annual Spook Fest at Cesar Chavez Park on Friday, Oct. 31, from 3 to 6 p.m. The event features various Halloween-themed activities, including a pet costume contest, trunk or treat, pumpkin painting contest, games, music and more. Participants of all ages are encouraged to join, with special activities for kids, such as pumpkin painting. The event is free and open to the entire community, making it a fun and festive way to celebrate Halloween. For more information, visit soledadchamber.com.
FINAL LISTENING SESSION
SAN LUCAS — Monterey County Supervisor Chris Lopez and his District 3 office will be hosting the final community listening session of the year on Monday, Nov. 3, in San Lucas. The session will take place at 6 p.m. at San Lucas Elementary, 53675 San Benito St., in San Lucas. Residents are invited to share their thoughts and concerns about the community and county government.
HARMONY GRANT
MONTEREY COUNTY — Harmony At Home has been awarded a two-year grant totaling $100,000 from the Community Foundation for Monterey County, supported by the Cyrus F. Fitton Fund and Rapa Trust Fund. The funding, allocated as $50,000 annually, will support the organization’s Social and Emotional Support programs. The grant period runs from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027. The grant will enable Harmony At Home to continue providing mental health and emotional support services to children, youth and families across Monterey County. These programs are vital in helping young people develop resilience, coping skills and emotional well-being. Founded over 20 years ago, Harmony At Home focuses on breaking cycles of violence and promoting emotional wellness through initiatives in schools, homes, and neighborhoods. For more information, visit harmony-at-home.org.
BONUS BRIEF: MONTHLY MEETING
KING CITY — Southern Monterey County Republican Women Federated will be hosting its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 4, at 11:30 a.m. at the Cork and Plough restaurant, 200 Broadway St., in King City. The guest speaker will be Loren Spivack, and the topic of his talk will be “Why We Fight. Understanding the Modern Left.” For reservations and more information, call 831-385-1333 or email ka************@***il.com.
