When we were looking at places to have our wedding reception, the Elks really stood out to us…read morebecause of the spectacular view and large venue. It turned out to be even better than we could have expected. When we met with Nanette, the events coordinator, we really got the sense that she wanted to give us the best party of our lives. She sat with us going through catering options, seating arrangements and many other details and listened to all our ideas. We met with their bartender Johnny for a drink tasting and he went above and beyond with the tasting. We had some specific ideas for cocktails and they even bought specific ingredients just for the tasting. He also made us many other cocktails based on our personal preferences. When it came time to our reception he and the rest of the Elks staff really did a great job. Everyone was so professional and kind and welcoming to our guests. We were truly blown away by the venue and the service they provided, and enthusiastically recommend the Monterey Elks Lodge as a great place to have a wedding and/or reception event.

We try to visit the Elks Lodge wherever we go. This one did not disappoint. Jackson was our…read morebartender fantastic. The food was great had appetizers which Danis(probably spelled that wrong) prepared. Great people and fun time. Thank you!! From Atwater

The Board and Membership of this club are very passionate and inviting to all who are curious and…read moreinterested in learning more about the Filipino culture. For a refreshing dose of Filipino cultural dancing, the Cultural Dancers are an AMAZING group of moms, grandmoms, dads, granddads, friends, and family who want to share the beauty of the dress, dance, and traditions of the Filipino people. They have performed all over the Central Coast and many parts of California simply because they love sharing the culture with all! The President is the first female president of the Fil-Am Club since its inception and has been elected 3 times and has unceasingly provided leadership and representation to ensure that the mission of the Club to spread Fil-Am culture and goodwill continues for generations to come. Over the years, Club's generous Board and Membership have supported many philanthropic missions in the local community and abroad to include scholarships, computers, disaster aid, aid to the poor and disabled, and many, many more, DESPITE times of economic downturn and less-than-desirable politics. This organization has remained resilient through the decades which is a testament to the extraordinary and talented representatives of this organization who have invested and volunteered their time and generosity to forward the mission. To be able to continue their mission, the Club rents their hall space to the community for events such as weddings, receptions, bingo, catering. This provides the much needed finances for the upkeep of the hall and to host the special cultural events, i.e. Miss Fil-Am/Maria Clara, New Years Eve, and other fund-raising efforts to continue the Club mission. Thank you, Fil-Am Club, for all your love and passion to share the Filipino culture with me and my family to enjoy and cherish. Please continue the cause for many generations to come!

Had a blast spending New Years 2022 here. From the decorations to the food and the balloon drop…read more Thank you to the board members and the club manager as well as the president of the club for a great evening!

Great drinks quick service and super fun bartenders !! Definitely a must for any party or event!!…read morereally affordable and easy to work with! We will definitely be using them for every party we have !

I booked "Its Happy Hour Mobile Bartending" for a 21st Birthday Party. Alexis and Jeremiah were a…read morepleasure to work with, they were both super nice and helpful. :-) I was provided with all the information necessary, as far as services expected for our party. I was kept in constant communication with them throughout the days leading up to our party. I was provided a drink menu of drinks that they offer and was super excited when I was able to choose 4 of those!!! Let me just say that the birthday girl and all of our guests at were just as excited as I was to try all the drinks. The drinks were soooo good and did not disappoint! The champagne shooter was also super fun!! I would definitely recommend "It's Happy Hour Mobile Bartending". Trust me, you will not be disappointed!! ;-)

Amazing hospitality by volunteers!!…read more Loved the vibe and food. Had a good time. Would love to revisit the place and will highly recommend it.

We had such a lovely time at the Steinbeck House Mother's Day Tea. The service was exceptional, and…read moreknowing that the staff are all volunteers made the experience even more special. Everyone was so warm, attentive, and welcoming. The food and tea were absolutely excellent -- beautifully prepared and delicious. And of course, the house itself is charming, with gorgeous table settings that made the afternoon feel elegant and memorable. Everything was done with such care and attention to detail. A wonderful way to celebrate Mother's Day!

What do Tokyo, Paris, Buenos Aires, Seoul, Jakarta, London, San Francisco, Portland, Taipei,…read moreMunich, Rome, Vienna, New York, Moscow, Istanbul, and Monterey, California all have in common? These are all cities in which the Argentine Tango is thriving... The tango: the dance of love, of passion, of infinite complexity, grace, and depth and range of expression: the dance that welcomes you when you are happy, that soothes you when you are alone and hurting, and that causes your soul to soar to sites unseen in the space of a single song, thrives on the Monterey Peninsula. Tango Monterey Bay offers the opportunity to learn, to embrace, and to enjoy the dance of the ages at the House of Four Winds at 540 Calle Principal. Every Thursday beginning and intermediate classes in the Argentine Tango are offered for a nominal fee starting at 7:00 pm. On Tuesdays, starting again at 7:00 pm, there is an informal practica where the tango community gathers to practice the tango and socialize. Other tango events and learning opportunities abound. Come and experience why the tango has been around for over 150 years and burns in the hearts of those who dance it. Life is to be lived and tango offers an expansive means of expressing all of the wonders and beauty that life has to offer through dance and collaboration. El tango siempre te espera The tango is always waiting for you.... Come and see why at the House of Four Winds. Tango Monterey Bay events are organized by Tango Maestro Charlie Carroll, who is reachable at charlesacarroll@yahoo.com. http://www.tangomontereybay.com

Held in a warm authentic adobe in the heart of Monterey, Tango Monterey Bay is a welcoming place. A…read moreplace for beginners to hone their craft with top-notch instruction from maestros of the highest caliber. Practicas and Milongas are available Tuesdays, Thursdays, and weekends for those who want only to dance. Anyone, from highly skilled dancers, to those who are just getting started, locals or drop-ins, everyone will enjoy this classy, friendly, and supportive atmosphere. Easy to enjoy a partner's embrace as well as the safe embrace of an entire community.

The relatively new stadium is very comfortable, clean and safe. Plenty of security precautions in…read moreplace: like metal detectors screening and clear bags only, at the admittance area. Lots of roaming security and cameras, so all good. Parking was $20. I booked through the Oldymeyer recreation program and got dropped off and picked up, by the recreation van. Thank you, Roman! We paid $20 for the adventure. I heard, there were end of season and other discounts, but all good here. Lots of young families and children, in attendance. Very cute to see the fans. Our second row, middle field seats, were perfect to watch the game. Food like loaded bake potatoes, bags of popcorn, and deep fried snacks were all available, at the many concession stands. Beer and beverages are available, too: but all items must be purchased on site. You are not allowed, to bring any such items in with you. Dress in layers, because the fog came in and was damp. The 2 hour game was fabulous, even though our team lost. The big screen monitor did replays, on goal shots and such. My first, but not last, visit here! Enjoy!

What can I say .. I'm in love with MBFC! I was never a big "football" aka soccer fan unless…read morewatching the World Cup until we got this professional team in our backyard. My husband lives and breathes this team ( he has missed a couple family functions/parties to watch home games). The stadium is absolutely beautiful. We get beautiful and chilly sunsets bring blankets or a jacket or better yet buy some of the swag at the store. There is no bad seat in the house. This stadium is family friendly which I love. We welcome our visiting opponents with open arms and smiles. Super Fan is a staple of our club. Just look for his smiley face greeting all the passerby's. The chants are catchy and we are making more as we get situated. We welcome suggestions from all. The club owners Frank Yallop, Ray Beshoff and their leadership team has listened and addressed the concerns of the supports/fans and visitors. The upscale portapotties and live music are amazing. The stadium is open 2 hours before each game since tailgating is prohibited. If there is a band or live music it opens 3 hours before. Stadium food has stadium prices. Try the churros, nachos, potatoes and Tri tip sandwiches. Those are my favorites but all is good. The hot chocolate/coffee and tea stand outside is nice but a warning if you buy during half time go before the buzzer, I waited literally 30 minutes and missed most of the second half waiting in line and for my order. Alvarado brewery sells hot chit chocolate but not during that one game which I was sad. On a cold day.. a cold beer just does not cut it. Alvarado brewery has some good beer great selections try the mai tai if you like sours. To all that is visiting or just interested in soccer check out this stadium. You won't regret it!

I went a few times and had a good time but was disappointed that it wasnt that big compared to…read moreother fairs. Still, I did find a variety of things to look at and a variety of items to buy. The kids will enjoy all the rides and eating fair type food.

It was cool. I liked it a lot, and it was a lot smaller than some of the other Fairs…read more They actually had a pig named Bob! Just keep in mind it gets super dark around this area at night time, and it's not well lighted. Be careful while driving it night. My feet was super dirty (I was wearing sandals), and there wasn't a lot of pavement, but dirt. The beer tasting was dope though.

The Salinas School of Dance has been an amazing part of my daughter's life. She has been dancing…read morethere since she was 3 years old and is now 12. The poise, grace and confidence that my daughter is partially due to her experiences here. The staff has always been more than helpful and the owner is a wonderful instructor, director and roll model for all that have the pleasure of meeting her. I have never seen or heard of any incidents of "laying hands", as reported by another yelper, in all of the years my daughter has been studying there. The owner and her staff go above and beyond to keep the children safe while in their care for classes. If anything the owner and staff have the patience of saints when dealing with occationally fussy children and more often than not difficult parents.

My daughter is 4 yrs old and has been attending Salinas School of Dance for a year now. We love it,…read moreshe loves it. For the younger ages, parents are not allowed to be in the room to avoid distraction. Once in a while they will let the parents in to observe the last 15 minutes of class. The first time I was able to observe, my daughter was very distracted with all the parents watching. Makes sense why parents should not be present. The second time I was able to observe, my daughter was more used to the routine and did a whole lot better. For Mother's Day, they allowed the moms to take the class with the students. That was super cute Both owners have been super nice. You can tell they love what they do. I email Them when I have questions and they respond right away. I wouldn't take my daughter anywhere else.