DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS
SAN ARDO — Beginning Nov. 18, Granite Construction Company, under a contract with the County of Monterey, will be installing an infiltration chamber on Railroad Avenue and Short Street in San Ardo. The chamber will be situated below grade in front of the post office. Its purpose is to eliminate ponding in the area by collecting stormwater and routing it to the chamber from which collected runoff will infiltrate the subsurface. Work hours will be between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. on weekdays, taking about three weeks to complete. During construction, Railroad Avenue will be closed between Alley A and Short Street. A walkway to the post office from the parking area in front of the San Ardo Cafe will be provided.
FRIENDSGIVING MEAL
SALINAS — As the holiday season approaches, Interim Inc. is preparing to welcome staff, clients and community members to a series of festive gatherings that highlight the power of connection and gratitude. One of Interim’s most cherished traditions, the Annual Holiday Lunches, will once again be made possible through the generosity of Coastal Roots Hospitality. These special meals offer an opportunity for participants to share food, stories and holiday spirit in a warm and welcoming setting. The season begins with Interim’s Friendsgiving Meal, a celebration designed to bring people together in gratitude and camaraderie on Friday, Nov. 21, at 1 p.m. at the Pajaro Wellness Center, 339 Pajaro St., in Salinas. For more information about the meal or other upcoming holiday events, call 831-800-7530, opt. 3.
WINTER WONDERFEST
MONTEREY — Monterey County Fair and Event Center has announced the debut of Winter Wonderfest Monterey, a holiday light festival running on select nights in November and December. The event will take place on Nov. 22-23 and 28-30, as well as Dec. 5-7, 12-14, 19-24 and 26-28. Operating nightly from 5 to 9 p.m., the festival will feature thousands of lights, a walk-through light tunnel, seasonal entertainment, local vendors, festive food and visits with Santa each Saturday. Winter Wonderfest aims to become a premier holiday destination, shining bright with community warmth and holiday cheer. For tickets and more information, visit winterwonderfestmonterey.com.
