Panoramic view from Stewart's Cove at Carmel River beach

This is a Monterey Cypress tree

The Monterey Peninsula Toy Box

Fun and useful information about California's most beautiful community.


"In six days God created the heavens and the Earth.
On the seventh He made the Monterey Peninsula."

The Monterey Peninsula Toy Box
is the brainchild of Mr. Toy, a native of Carmel. He is currently residing somewhere nearby. We think he's in Seaside, but nobody is really sure. Anyway, he welcomes his local neighbors along with those of you who are just passing through.

Mr. Toy loves the Monterey Peninsula very much and he's here to share some of his insights, tidbits of knowledge, and have a little fun. Here and there Mr. Toy will also express some of his humble opinions. Please do not be alarmed. You are feel free to adopt or dismiss them as you see fit.

Every effort is made to ensure that the information contained herein is accurate and up to date, but sometimes things change and it may take a little time before Mr. Toy catches on. But don't let that worry you. Most of what you find here has withstood the test of time and tyrants.

So please take a moment to browse through the menu below and see what appeals. You're bound to find a few surprises along the way. If you ever get lost, just click on any cypress tree and we'll bring you in.

If you'd like,
you may write to
Mr. Toy himself.
 
He'll even
write back.


Mr Toy's Unofficial Visitors Guide to the Monterey Peninsula
Stuff you really need to know to make the most of your visit.


Mr. Toy's Monterey Peninsula Photo Gallery
Hosted by Shutterfly

View slide shows, browse at leisure, and take some home if you like.
Archival quality prints, suitable for framing, are available.


Monterey in the Movies
A comprehensive guide to 187 major motion pictures made in our home town.

You may purchase many of these movies in the
Toy Box Store


The Del Monte Club Car
Mr. Toy likes to play with toy trains, but he prefers to ride the big ones!
Here's the latest word on plans to bring them back to Monterey and Salinas.

Plus: Mr. Toy's Train Travel Tales
Hosted by Trainweb


Bits-O'-History
Fun and educational. Now with four bits. Count 'em!

Heidi Toy - Piano Player & Teacher
The lady of the house makes beautiful music.


Minor Amusements
A few things that might make you smile. Or maybe not.


The Monterey Peninsula Glossary
Definitions of local terminology to help you understand what people are talking about.


Mr. Toy's Mental Notes
A journal of miscellany that falls out of his head.

Also see older Mental Notes in the AOL archive.


The Monterey Peninsula Toy Box Store
Find local books, movies, music & more!

Goodies in the Bottom of the Box!
Links to the best local sites and other favorite things.


Trust God, love your neighbor, and never mistake opinion for Truth.


Low Rate Guarantee


You could waste a whole day here, but Mr. Toy advises against that.
He suggests you go outdoors for some fresh air after a couple hours of this.
Click for Monterey, California Forecast


The Monterey Peninsula Toy Box was founded in July 1997.
How it has lasted this long is a mystery.

This site was printed with recycled electrons.



There's nothing more to look at down here. Sorry.