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The mission of First
Night Monterey, Inc. is to bring families together and unite our community
in all its diversity through the visual and performing arts. First Night Monterey,
Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization and a member of First Night International.
Programs are designed to appeal to people of all ages and backgrounds
and to broaden and deepen public appreciation of the arts. The centerpiece
of First Night Monterey is our alcohol-free celebration on New Year's Eve
in downtown Monterey.
The First Night concept
was created in 1976 by a group of citizens in Boston. The tremendous success
year after year now inspires millions in over 200 cities throughout the U.S.,
Canada and beyond. First Night is a registered trademark of First Night International.
For more complete information on First Night in other cities or on how to
start a First Night in your own city, please call (607) 772-3597 or visit
the official web site at www.firstnight.com
First Night Monterey
premiered in 1993 to wide acclaim. Today thousands of residents and tourists
alike rate all the programs very highly. They talk enthusiastically about
the spirit of joy and hope that makes First Night so valuable to them and
their families. Our volunteer core has grown from 50 to 500; the audience
has grown from 9,000 to 40,000; and participation as a performing or visual
artist becomes more competitive each year. First Night Monterey has won awards
for promoting the arts, building community, and creating innovative programming.
First Night Monterey works in collaboration with local organizations to move
"at-risk" youth and seniors from the periphery to center stage.
Professional artists lead these 30-hour workshops throughout Monterey County
during the year. For more details, click here: First
Night Works!
"Once
again, on behalf of the City Council, the citizens of Monterey, and every
person who has attended First Night Monterey, we thank you for building a
stronger and healthier community through the arts, for strengthening families,
for uniting our community, for making our community a better place, and lastly,
for giving us a celebration that stays within our hearts throughout the entire
year." - Mayor Dan Albert, City of Monterey
"Best night of the year - thank you so
much!!." - T. Wright, Marina
"The nicest New Years eve we've ever had
- my first time here." - D. Caldwell, Monterey (prev. Minn.)
"We think it's the best value for the quality
acts in Monterey." - S. Lebus, Pacific Grove
"It was great fun, Our entire family (1
year to 72 years!) enjoyed themselves!" - G. McKenna, Pebble Beach
"I love the 1st Nights! I come home early
from Christmas trips to attend." N. Lefstad, Seaside
"Monterey is a wonderful family town. First
Night is an excellent example." -E. Hall, Los Altos
"Wonderful time!! Well managed and organized."
-H. Hunn, Clarksburg
"Great entertainment at the right price!"
- P. Land, San Rafael
"Our first time and we enjoyed the
shows and had a wonderful time. It was our first time as Mr. & Mrs.!"
- S &J Lazano, Salinas
"We loved the Chinese Lion dance! Our grandchildren
ages 4 - 7 did, too!" - B. Ng, Aptos
"Best year. We saw Broadway, Parade, Monterey
Brass, Opera, Golden Bough, Feynman. All did a wonderful job!" -
P. Little, Carmel
"We have been attending First Night in
Monterey and Santa Cruz (split about evenly) for the past ten years. We thought
the entertainment we saw last night was the best ever. Thanks for the great
choices." - L. and R. Cooper, by email
Directions to First Night Monterey Office
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