Click on any of these NEW MEMBERS to view their Directory Listing!

Round 1 Voting: Now Open!

Our annual Business Excellence Awards recognizes the best & brightest businesses in Monterey County, honoring their contributions to the local economy and community. More than 1,500-plus votes are cast by Chamber Members and the general public, giving recognition to those businesses that have achieved excellence in their fields.

Awards will be presented to the top businesses in 17 categories at the event, held Thursday, July 18 at the Monterey Conference Center.

Round 1 Voting is Open to the Public: Please share with your colleagues, customers, clients, friends, family and fellow community members. Voting is easy! Simply visit bea.montereychamber.com.

Round 1 Voting will be open from June 3 - June 14. View Official Event Info & Rules.

If you are interesting in sponsoring the 2024 Business Excellence Awards, view our Sponsorship Opportunities here or email Monica Lal at monica@montereychamber.com

Celebrating our 2023 Business Excellence Awards Winners!

Each week leading up to the 37th Annual Business Excellence Awards, we'll celebrate a few of our Winners from the previous year. Please congratulate these businesses for achieving excellence in their field next time you see them!

Accommodations & Visitor Services (Limited Services)

Spindrift Inn

Accommodations & Visitor Services (Full Service)

Portola Hotel & Spa

Advertising, Marketing & Media Services 

The Buzz PR

Cooling Centers Opening in Monterey County

National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for areas of Monterey County from Wednesday, June 5th to Thursday, June 6th. Stay safe by drinking fluids, staying in air-conditioned rooms and staying out of the sun. 

County of Monterey: Cooling center locations & hours of operation: 

King City Library: 402 Broadway St 

• Wednesday: 11 AM – 7PM 
• Thursday: 11 AM - 7 PM 

San Ardo Library: 62350 College St. 

• Wednesday: 1PM – 6PM 
• Thursday: 2 PM to 6PM 

San Lucas Library: 54692 Teresa St. 

• Wednesday: 11 AM – 4PM 
• Thursday: 2 PM to 6 PM 

Additional Public locations: Wednesday – Thursday 

Soledad Community: Center, 560 Walker Drive 

• 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM 

Greenfield: 599 El Camino Real, Greenfield 

• 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM 

For additional Cooling Center information call (800) 322-6884.

Call 9-1-1 if you have an emergency.

SPOTLIGHT: Artichoke Festival

Since 1959, the Monterey Peninsula has come together to celebrate California’s official state vegetable. California’s artichoke history begins in 1922 when the first artichoke shoots were planted in Castroville. Nearly 100 percent of America’s fresh artichoke supply is grown in California. In addition, nearly two-thirds is grown in the small town of Castroville.

The annual Artichoke Festival continues to support the heritage of Castroville’s farming community. The Monterey County Fairgrounds and Events Center is excited to announce the return of the Artichoke Festival on June 8th and 9th, 2024. This year’s theme, “Where Fun Blossoms,” promises a weekend full of diverse entertainment, culinary adventures, and unique experiences.

Don’t miss out on this year’s Artichoke Festival at the Monterey County Fairgrounds and Events Center. Book your tickets now and prepare for a festival where fun truly blossoms! Tickets can be purchased at www.artichokefestival.org.

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