Confidence and dating coach Cheryl Sharp is hosting two interactive, uplifting events in Monterey County this summer—each designed to help singles over 40 feel empowered, social, and ready to connect with authenticity and ease.

First up, Sharp will appear at Monterey Laser & Skin Care on Wednesday, June 19 at 5:30 p.m., for “Tools & Techniques: Confidence, Charisma & Connection.” This free, fun-filled evening combines her tried-and-true dating advice with a laid-back social atmosphere. Attendees will walk away with fresh insights on how to approach social situations with more confidence—whether re-entering the dating world or just brushing up on their social sparkle.

Event Details – June 19
What: Tools & Techniques: Confidence, Charisma & Connection
When: Wednesday, June 19, 2025 | 5:30 p.m.
Where: Monterey Laser & Skin Care, 880 Cass St., Monterey, CA
Tickets: Free with RSVP at https://buytickets.at/navigatingthedatingandsocialscene/1701058

Attendees will enjoy interactive conversation, refreshments, and exclusive offers from Monterey Laser & Skin Care.

Then, on Wednesday, July 24 at 5:30 p.m., Sharp will host “Once Upon a Mixer: A Fairytale-Inspired Evening for Singles 40+” at the charming Hofsas House Hotel in Carmel-by-the-Sea. This ticketed event includes a 30-minute interactive coaching session, wine and light refreshments, and a one-of-a-kind social icebreaker that invites guests to discover their own "fairytale character" and mingle in playful, unexpected ways.

“The twist?” says Sharp. “We’re encouraging everyone to bring a friend of the opposite gender—not as a date, but to keep things fresh, balanced, and fun. Couples are welcome too, as long as they bring a single friend.”