PEOPLE POWER
We The People teach-in offers workshops ranging from legal observer training to how to become more engaged in local elections. The event is organized by Indivisible Monterey and Watsonville Law Center.
1-5pm Saturday, Jan. 31. Monterey Peninsula College, 980 Fremont St., Monterey. Free. Register at bit.ly/WeThePeopleCCJan31.
DWELLING DIVE
Marina City Council meets to discuss an accessory dwelling unit ordinance, among other city business. Public comment is accepted.
6:30pm Tuesday, Feb. 3. City Hall, 211 Hillcrest Ave., Marina. Free. (831) 884-1278, cityofmarina.org.
WORKPLACE SAFETY
Learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of drug and alcohol use in the workplace in this workshop geared toward managers. It is presented by ARCpoint Labs of Monterey Bay and Salinas, in partnership with the Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce.
8:30-10am Wednesday, Feb. 4. Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce, 353 Camino El Estero, Monterey. $75. (831) 324-0772, arcpointlabs.com/monterey-bay.
COLLEGE COMMITMENT
National College Resources Foundation presents the HBCU College Expo. Learn about historically Black colleges and how to apply for admission and scholarships.
4-7pm Wednesday, Feb. 4. Oldemeyer Center, 986 Hilby Ave., Seaside. Free. (877) 427-4100, bit.ly/HBCUMPUSD2026.
ELECTION SEASON
The Declaration of Intention filing period for judicial seats in the June 2026 election is now open. Judicial candidates must pay their non-refundable filing fee and/or submit in-lieu petitions at the time they file.
Filing period ends 5pm Wednesday, Feb. 4. (831) 796-1499, countyofmonterey.gov/elections.
ARMS OUT
Vitalant hosts a blood drive. Donate blood for a chance to win a $500 gift card.
1-5pm Thursday, Feb. 5. Hilltop Park Center, 871 Jessie St., Monterey. Free. Make an appointment at vitalant.org or (877) 258-4825.
CITIZEN WATCHDOG
Pacific Grove Unified School District accepts applications for its Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee. Applicants must live within PGUSD boundaries.
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