Rooted in Monterey

Monterey County Events | January 9–11, 2026

Winter on the Central Coast is the sweet spot: crisp mornings, calm afternoons, and plenty to do without fighting crowds. If you’re looking for weekend plans, here are 10 solid picks across Monterey County — 10 different cities/communities, no repeats, and every one includes a direct link.

ROOTED IN MONTEREY — MEETUP OF THE WEEK

No formal meetup this week — just real community energy. If you’re out at any of the events below, say hi if you spot me. Rooted in Monterey is built face-to-face.

ROOTED IN MONTEREY — BUSINESS OF THE WEEK

🍺 The Brass Tap — Marina

This week’s spotlight goes to The Brass Tap in Marina — a relaxed neighborhood spot with a rotating craft beer lineup and a good “meet up with friends” vibe.

The Brass Tap (Marina)
99 General Stilwell Dr, Marina, CA 93933
https://www.brasstapbeerbar.com/marina

ROOTED IN MONTEREY — EVENTS THIS WEEKEND

(10 cities/communities · no repeats · with links)

1. Monterey — DJs Rick Preston & Ed Marco at Compact Disco (21+)
   Sat, Jan 10, 2026
2. Marina — Dads Read: New Year’s Dance Edition! (Marina Library)
   Sat, Jan 10, 2026 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
   
   
3. Seaside — The Elephant Man (Theater)
   Starts Sat, Jan 10, 2026 | 7:00–9:00 PM
4. Pacific Grove — “You Got Gold: A Celebration of John Prine” (Lighthouse Cinema & Café)
   Fri Jan 9 + Sat Jan 10 (two-show run)
   
   
5. Carmel-by-the-Sea — Carmel Art Walk (free, monthly)
   Sat, Jan 10, 2026 | 4:00–7:00 PM
   
   
6. Salinas — Downtown Salinas Farmers Market
   Sat, Jan 10, 2026 | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
   
   
7. Gonzales — Ribbon Cutting: New Gonzales Community Center (noted by Monterey County Free Libraries)
   Sat, Jan 10, 2026
   
   
8. Soledad — City Selection Committee Meeting (local civic item, open agenda info)
   Fri, Jan 9, 2026 | 12:00–1:00 PM
   
   
9. King City — The Stage Hands Presents: Calendar Girls (Dinner show)
   Fri Jan 9 + Sat Jan 10, 2026
   
   
10. Castroville — Game Day @ Castroville Branch (Monterey County Free Libraries calendar listing)
    Sat, Jan 10, 2026 | 2:00 PM

ROOTED IN MONTEREY — REAL ESTATE SNAPSHOT

If buying or selling is on your radar for 2026, I’m happy to talk through what you’re seeing (or what you’re avoiding).
Text 831-230-8671 or visit www.linawilliams.com.

Have a great weekend, %contact_first_name% 🤍

Lina Williams | Realtor® DRE #02038799
Real Broker, LLC
📱 831-230-8671
🌊 www.linawilliams.com

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