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March 12th, 2026 SCCIA Board Meeting
Agenda Packet Location: 232 Monterey St, Salinas CA 93901 (United Way Monterey County)|Makerspace RoomTime: 10AM
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Salinas City Center Spreads the Love with Free Valentine’s Day Pop-Up Photo Booth in Downtown Salinas
SALINAS, CA — This Valentine’s Day, Salinas City Center is inviting the community to celebrate love in all its forms with a free pop-up photo booth experience in Downtown Salinas.
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ARIEL Theatrical celebrates a rich history and 25 years on Main Street
February 1, 2026 marks a major milestone for ARIEL Theatrical – 25 years in the Karen Wilson Children’s Theatre on Main Street in Oldtown Salinas. In the early days, for
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February 12th, 2026 SCCIA Board Meeting
Agenda Packet Location: 232 Monterey St, Salinas CA 93901 (United Way Monterey County)|Makerspace RoomTime: 10AM
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December 11th, 2025 SCCIA Board Meeting
Agenda Packet Location: 232 Monterey St, Salinas CA 93901 (United Way Monterey County)|Makerspace RoomTime: 10AM
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November 13th, 2025 SCCIA Board Meeting
Agenda Packet Location: 232 Monterey St, Salinas CA 93901 (United Way Monterey County)|Makerspace RoomTime: 10AM
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First Friday Salinas: A New Tradition Begins Downtown
Downtown Salinas is getting a fresh dose of art, music, and community spirit with the launch of First Friday Salinas — a brand-new monthly celebration kicking off on Friday, November
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October 9th, 2025 SCCIA Board Meeting
Agenda Packet Location: 232 Monterey St, Salinas CA 93901 (United Way of Monterey County)|Makerspace RoomTime: 10AM
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Discover Downtown Salinas
Salinas City Center, also known as Downtown Salinas or for many long time Salinas residents, Old Town, is the heart of our city— beautifully blending rich history with modern attractions.
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Found Treasure: Otto’s Bread Company
The bread will get you on sight, smell and (eventually) texture and taste. But what gets me is the white board. The board hangs on a side wall at Otto’s
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** Cancelled ** September 11th, 2025 SCCIA Board Meeting
Agenda Packet Location: 232 Monterey St, Salinas CA 93901 (United Way of Monterey County)|Makerspace RoomTime: 10AM
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Salinas gears up for start of California Rodeo Salinas with annual Kiddie Kapers Parade
The California Rodeo Salinas wrapped up its annual Kiddie Kapers Parade in downtown Salinas, a tradition that brings together dozens of local organizations and community members. Rodeo staff members said
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Officials will discuss how best to capitalize on new Salinas train service
The Transportation Agency for Monterey County will be discussing expanded Caltrain service to Salinas at a meeting next week hosted by the Salinas Valley Tourism and Visitors Bureau, which will
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Salinas is the mural capital of Monterey County, with free, public art adorning walls all over town.
WHEN POPE JULIUS II ORDERED HIM TO PAINT THE CEILING OF THE SISTINE CHAPEL IN VATICAN CITY, MICHELANGELO WAS EVERYTHING BUT PSYCHED. First, he thought himself a sculptor, not a painter.
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A giant fox mural now graces the Fox Theater, part of a Salinas City Center Improvement Association initiative.
For her largest mural to date, Lisa Haas took inspiration from the architectural style of Oldtown Salinas, and also from the building itself. One of her design concepts for the
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CSUMB Salinas City Center to become One Main Street with sale
Cal State Monterey Bay, the Hartnell College Foundation and the Steinbeck Center announced a transfer of ownership of the CSUMB Salinas City Center during a Wednesday morning press conference at
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New mural is first of a series that will fill Midtown Alley in Salinas City Center
A striking figure of a woman is turned outward, her gaze is strong and behind her, a radiant sun-like formation creates a brilliant frame. The mural, part of United Way
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Salinas City Center barbershop empowers Black barbers and community
Located in the heart of Old Town Salinas, R Barbers opened its doors in September 2024, offering more than just haircuts — it provides a space for community. Owner Ricky
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‘No fronteras, just passion’: Patria on Main showcases Italian fusion cuisine that transcends
Patria on Main is a neighborhood bistro that makes a regular Tuesday feel like a special occasion. A showcase for the fusion cooking of co-owner and chef, Jose Aranda, the

