ADOPTION EVENT
MONTEREY COUNTY — SPCA Monterey County will host its “Fall in Love” adoption event from Friday, Oct. 10, through Sunday, Oct. 12. During this period, all adoption fees will be waived, thanks to the support of donors; donations are encouraged to help sustain the program. The shelter, located at 1002 Monterey-Salinas Highway across from WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca in Salinas, will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. A variety of animals—including dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, ducks, roosters, turtles and more—will be available for adoption. Adopted animals will receive spay/neuter surgery, microchipping, vaccinations, an ID tag and a health evaluation. Visitors are advised to arrive early, as no holds will be available during the event. Gifts of pet food and monetary donations are appreciated. For additional information, contact the SPCA at 831-373-2631 or visit the website SPCAmc.org, where a list of adoptable pets can be viewed.
MISSION FUNDRAISER
KING CITY — A fundraising event for Mission San Antonio de Padua is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 11, at 5:30 p.m. at the Salinas Valley Fairgrounds’ Orradre Building, 625 Division St. in King City. The evening features live music by The Money Band, dinner prepared by King City Young Farmers and silent and live auctions to support the preservation efforts of the historic mission. Tickets are available at Borzini Accounting, Rio Farms and the San Antonio Mission Gift Shop.
CICLOVIA VOLUNTEERS
KING CITY — The King City Ciclovía team is seeking volunteers for their third-year event happening downtown on Oct. 19 from 12 to 4 p.m. The event encourages community engagement through a closed street festival with information, services and recreational activities suitable for all ages. Volunteers, including youth and adults, will have the chance to gain community service hours and participate in hands-on learning experiences. Those interested can join by emailing ci*****************@***il.com.
BONUS BRIEF: WHARF BIRTHDAY
MONTEREY — The Fisherman’s Wharf Association is inviting the community to celebrate the 180th birthday of Monterey’s historic Old Fisherman’s Wharf on Sunday, Oct. 12, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This free, family-friendly event will feature live entertainment, activities for all ages and beautiful scenic views of Monterey Bay. In addition, check out the 450 photos included in “Old Fisherman’s Wharf Through the Decades: 1845-2025” available on the History page of MontereyWharf.com. For more details, visit the Wharf website or call 831-238-0777.
