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If you would like to report a problem please use the form below and be as detailed as possible.
Your submission will be routed to City staff for
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Friday
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and will be followed-up on within 7
business days.
Harrison Memorial Library – Closed
Thursday March 19th
Harrison Memorial Library will be CLOSED Thursday March 19th
Due to CalAm Water Service SHUT OFF
We will reopen Friday, March 20th at 10am
Park Branch Library is Open
Corner of Mission St & 6th Ave
Call 831-624-4664
We apologize for the inconvenience
Sound Bath Meditation
Harrison Memorial Library
Thursday April 2nd , 2026 - 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Free in-person event at Harrison Memorial Library, Ocean Ave & Lincoln St, Carmel, Ca 93921
NO Registration required
Questions? Call 831-624-4629 or email hml.reference@gmail.com
Apply now for a fiscal year 26-27 Council Discretionary Grant!
We’re inviting local organizations providing community, environmental, or social services that benefit Carmel residents to apply.
Deadline extended to Friday, March
27, 2026 by 5:00 PM
Max award: Up to $3,000 (funding determined
during May/June budget deliberations)
✅ Who’s eligible: 501( c ) nonprofits (or Carmel schools) located in Carmel-by-the-Sea or serving our community, providing the services requested for funding, and in good standing with the City.
Calling All Crafters!
Jury for the 55th Homecrafters' Marketplace
Are you interested in participating in the City of Carmel’s popular Homecrafters’ Marketplace?
Entry into Homecrafters’ is through a jury. This year’s jury takes place on Wednesday, August 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., at the Carmel Woman’s Club. No appointment necessary, show up when it’s convenient for you.
The 55th Homecrafters’ Marketplace is Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., in the north lot of Sunset Center.
Music in the Library – Brianna Colliard
Harrison Memorial Library
Thursday March 26th, 2026 - 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Free in-person event at Harrison Memorial Library, Ocean Ave & Lincoln St, Carmel, Ca 93921
Questions? Call 831-624-4629 or email hml.reference@gmail.com
Bingo at the Library
Harrison Memorial Library
First Monday of every Month – OPEN TO ALL AGES
Monday April 6th, Monday May 4th, Monday June 1st, and Monday July 6th - 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Free in-person event at Harrison Memorial Library, Ocean Ave & Lincoln St, Carmel, Ca 93921
Questions? Call 831-624-4629 or email hml.reference@gmail.com
Apply for a City Board or Commission by April 10, 2026
Want to get involved and help shape the future of Carmel-by-the-Sea? The City is now accepting applications for 10 open seats on the following Boards and Commissions (due to expiring terms and current vacancies):
- Planning Commission
- Forest and Beach Commission
- Historic Resources Board
- Harrison Memorial Library Board of Trustees
- Building Code Board of Appeals
NOTICE OF SIDEWALK REPAIR ACTIVITY
City of Carmel-by-the-Sea
NOTICE OF SIDEWALK REPAIR ACTIVITY
Dates: January 10 – February 6, 2026
Overview
The City of Carmel-by-the-Sea has contracted Precision Concrete Cutting (PCC) to complete limited sidewalk maintenance throughout the City. This work is part of the CBTS FY25/26 Capital Improvement Plan and will address roughly 1,426 uneven sidewalk panels and trip hazards as part of an ongoing effort to improve pedestrian safety and accessibility.
What to Expect
City’s Conglomerate Paving Project
Update as of 1/22/2026
Conglomerate Paving Project Update
The Conglomerate Paving Project, which includes street paving work, select sidewalk repairs, ADA ramps, and asphalt concrete (AC) berm repairs, began on November 12.
Completed AC Overlay Paving Work:
Ocean Avenue between Highway 1 and Carpenter Street
Ocean and San Antonio Avenues Intersection: 4 ADA Ramps are completed
10th Avenue between Mission Street and Junipero Street
Puzzle Exchange!
Harrison Memorial Library
No Need to Buy New Puzzles! Trade yours with the community for free
Bring a puzzle in, take a puzzle home.
Honor System! No checkout needed
Puzzle Donations Accepted!
4th Annual Earth & Arbor Day Celebration
Come Celebrate Community + Our Planet
Join us on Saturday, April 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Devendorf Park for the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea’s 4th Annual Earth & Arbor Day Celebration.
Let’s come together to celebrate people and our planet with tree planting, environmental initiatives, and community resources.
Adventure awaits at the Friends of the Library Bookroom at Sunset Center…
Books? We got 'em. Volunteer opportunities? You bet! Place to donate your gently loved books? Of course! We've got it all :)
We are at the Farmer’s Market, too. Stop by and say hi! And, be in the know about upcoming special book sales by signing up for our emails.
