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These vibrant Alebrijes & Nahuales 🎨🇲🇽 are popping

These vibrant Alebrijes & Nahuales 🎨🇲🇽 are popping up all around town. Mayor Donohue had a chance to talk with a local family about the Alebrijes & Nahuales and take some pictures! 📸 Have you spotted any of the Alebrijes & Nahuales near you yet? 👀
#Alebrijes #Salinas #MontereyCounty #MontereyCountyForward #SalinasCA #CommunityPride

This world-renowned exhibit is putting Salinas art

This world-renowned exhibit is putting Salinas art and culture on the map in a big way. 8 sites will be on display throughout the city, including 2 inside Salinas Valley Health, one by the Starbucks and one in the waiting room.

The tall Alebrijes are lit up at night, so you can catch them whether you’re walking by or admiring from a distance.

If you’re in that part of town, come join us and celebrate this moment for our community.

#Alebrijes #SalinasArt #ArtInSalinas #SalinasValley #PublicArt CommunityArt

Big news for Salinas art lovers: 8 towering 20-foo

Big news for Salinas art lovers: 8 towering 20-foot Alebrijes and Nahuales are coming to town, courtesy of our sister city relationship with Guanajuato.

📅 July 31st: Public unveiling
📅 August 7th, 5-6:30 PM: One Main Street, First Friday

Free and open to everyone. Snap a photo with any of the 8 Alebrijes for a chance to win a prize.

A beautiful reminder that Salinas is rich in art, culture, and community.

#MontereyCountyForward #Salinas #Alebrijes #SisterCities

Natalie of Galaxy Party Supply is seeing more and

Natalie of Galaxy Party Supply is seeing more and more 18 and 19 year olds stepping into entrepreneurship, from bounce houses to balloon artistry. When Mayor Dennis Donohue asked about her customer base, Natalie’s message to young business owners said it all: “Don’t lose hope…”
Watch the full conversation now live on the Monterey County Forward YouTube page.

You can find the video here: https://youtu.be/GnYj8XFxR08

#Salinas #MontereyCountyForward #SmallBusinessSpotlight #YoungEntrepreneurs #ShopLocal #GalaxyPartySupply #CentralCoast

Rafael Ramos of Exitos Latinos has been in busines

Rafael Ramos of Exitos Latinos has been in business for 30 years, starting out on the flea market before landing in the Alisal. When Mayor Dennis Donohue asked about competition in the cell phone retail space, Rafael’s answer said it all: “My only competition is myself.”

Watch the full conversation now live on the Monterey County Forward YouTube page.

You can find the video here: https://youtu.be/vddkzb5yAuM?si=bonTSAOh0oKWEiaE

#Salinas #MontereyCountyForward #SmallBusinessSpotlight #Alisal #SmallBusinessAppreciationWeek EntrepreneurSpirit ShopLocal CentralCoast

Monterey County Forward is proud to see the Califo

Monterey County Forward is proud to see the California Rodeo Salinas bring out the best of Salinas each year. The rodeo is more than a tradition, it’s a showcase of community spirit, hard work, and hometown pride.

#MontereyCountyForward #CaliforniaRodeoSalinas #SalinasStrong #CommunityPride #BigWeek

Salinas Mayor Dennis Donohue had the honor of welc

Salinas Mayor Dennis Donohue had the honor of welcoming rodeo fans to town for another unforgettable Big Week. From the stands to the streets, he loved connecting with the community and seeing Salinas come together to celebrate a tradition that means so much to this city.

It’s moments like these that remind us why Salinas is such a special place to call home.

#SalinasStrong #MontereyCountyForward #BigWeek #CommunityFirst #CaliforniaRodeo

Mayor Dennis Donohue recently connected with the o

Mayor Dennis Donohue recently connected with the owner of Salinas Total Wireless and Exitos Latinos, a local entrepreneur whose drive and dedication to the community stood out. Mayor Donohue called him a true entrepreneur, someone building opportunity right here in Salinas.

Supporting local business is supporting our community’s future. 🌟

Visit our YouTube channel for more great long form stories
@exitoslatinos @salinasmayordennisdonohue
#SalinasStrong #MontereyCountyForward #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneur #ShopLocal

Fireworks 🎆, big crowds 👥, and a few surprise face

Fireworks 🎆, big crowds 👥, and a few surprise faces 😄.

Mayor Dennis Donohue joined the community at the Salinas Sports Complex for the Compass Fireworks Show and even crossed paths with some “former presidents” 😉🎩🇺🇸 making the rounds.

#SalinasStrong #MontereyCounty #CommunityFirst

Surprise visitors at Salinas City Hall yesterday!

Surprise visitors at Salinas City Hall yesterday! Ahead of cheering on the @usmnt football win, @iambeckyg stopped by and since Salinas doesn’t have a key to the city, Mayor Dennis Donohue did the next best thing and presented her with an official Salad Bowl.

Also joining the visit: @theylovedaboy of @montereybayfc who has also represented the US Men’s National Team. Great energy in City Hall!

#montereycounty #salinas #cityhall #beckyg #usmnt

Monterey Bay F.C. is more than a professional foot

Monterey Bay F.C. is more than a professional football club. Their mission is to bridge and bring together the communities of the Central Coast, right here in Salinas included, using their platform to foster real connections. From inviting everyone to their games they’re building an inclusive space rooted in this region.

Football is the language of this community, and Monterey Bay F.C. understands that.

Mayor Dennis Donohue recently connected with Jorge Alejos, Community Engagement Coordinator with Monterey Bay FC, for a conversation worth hearing.

Link to video in Bio 🔗

#MontereyCountyForward #MontereyBayFC #CityOfSalinas #CommunityFirst #Soccer

What a weekend for Monterey County! 🙌 Mayor Denni

What a weekend for Monterey County! 🙌

Mayor Dennis Donohue was out and about connecting with the community, from the energy of the San Jose Earthquakes Soccer Camp at the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex ⚽, to the rich culture and family fun at Festa Italia 🇮🇹, to meaningful conversations at The Bridge with community voices like JJ Jeffries. 💬

This is what Monterey County Forward looks like.
Showing up, listening, and celebrating the people and events that make our community so special.

#MontereyCountyForward #Salinas #GoodNewsSalinas #MayorInAction #FestaItalia SanJoseEarthquakes TheBridge CommunityVoice MontereyCounty

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