PARTY IN THE PARK
The City of Salinas celebrates the newly renovated Closter Park with food, activities, music and more. The event also marks the five year anniversary of AMOR Salinas, a citywide beautification effort.
11am-3pm Saturday, Aug. 29. Closter Park, 401 Towt St., Salinas. Free. (831) 758-4233, salinas.gov.
RENTAL REVIEW
Marina City Council meets to discuss amendments to a short-term rental ordinance, among other city business. Public comment is accepted.
6:30pm Tuesday, Sept. 1. Council Chambers, 211 Hillcrest Ave., Marina. Free. (831) 884-1278, cityofmarina.org.
HIRING NOW
Monterey County Works hosts a job fair to connect local employers with job seekers. Attendees are encouraged to bring their résumés and dress to impress.
1-4pm Wednesday, Sept. 2. Career Center, 344 Salinas St., Suite 205-206, Salinas. Free. (831) 796-3335. Register at montereycountyworks.com.
TOP SPOT
Pacific Grove is searching for its next city manager. Share your input on what qualities and experience this person should have through a survey.
Survey is open through Sept. 6. Free. (831) 648-3106, cityofpacificgrove.org.
GREEN WORKS
Monterey County Works accepts applications for its Green Cadre program. The program provides those ages 18-30 paid experience on environmental projects, wildfire mitigation and other initiatives.
Deadline to apply is Sept. 15. Apply at montereycountyworks.com/Cal4AllGreenCadre. Free. (831) 796-3510.
LOCAL LEADERS
The City of Salinas’ Community Leadership Academy is now accepting applications. The 12-session program is geared toward those ages 18 and over with a focus on the inner workings of government and building leadership skills.
Application deadline is Sept. 22. Register at tinyurl.com/2026-CLA. Free. (831) 758-7019.
LIVING SPACES
Cities across Monterey County want to hear from accessory dwelling unit builders and owners their thoughts on the process to construct the tiny homes. A survey is live to accept feedback.
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