CLIMATE ACTION
MONTEREY COUNTY — As part of the County of Monterey’s Climate Action and Adaptation Plan process, the community is invited to help the County prioritize meeting its emission reduction targets. Using an online Climate Action Simulator, residents can step into the role of a climate action planner and help the County prioritize key actions. The simulator lets users select actions they believe the County should take over the next five years and see how those selections add up toward emissions reductions goals and submit them to county staff. The simulator is available at ascent.mysocialpinpoint.com/monterey-county-ccaap. Community input will be accepted until the end of the day on Wednesday, Jan. 8.
INDUSTRY MIXER
SALINAS — Monterey County Film Commission (MCFC) will host its “Hollywood in Your Backyard” industry mixer on Thursday, Jan. 9, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Patria Restaurant in Salinas. The event celebrates local film opportunities and the economic impact the commission has had since its founding in 1987, totaling nearly $136 million. Guests can enjoy wine and small bites while networking with industry professionals and film enthusiasts. Limited tickets can be obtained at filmmonterey.org/events/. For more information, contact MCFC at 831-646-0910 or in**@fi**********.org. Patria Restaurant is at 228 South Main St. in Salinas.
CHILDREN’S CENTER
KING CITY — The Children’s Health and Wellness Center on the Mee Memorial Healthcare System campus at 809 Broadway St. in King City will officially open on Tuesday, Jan. 14, at 11 a.m., featuring a ribbon-cutting ceremony and guided tours. The facility aims to enhance pediatric care in South Monterey County, providing specialized services for children and increasing capacity at Mee Memorial’s King City Clinic. The center, open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., also showcases a mural by local artists, celebrating the area’s culture. Appointments can be made by calling 831-385-6835.
