You Pick Farms
U-Pick Farms in Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties
Your entire family will enjoy an afternoon of strawberry or apple picking at one of these local U-Pick Farms. Hours can vary so be sure to check the farm website and call for information before making your plans. Read more
Raising Chickens In Monterey County
Are you curious about raising backyard chickens? They’re affectionate, affordable, low-maintenance, educational and fun. If your a Monterey County resident and you're considering raising chickens, here's what you need to know. Read more
Five Spring-Themed Books for Reading Aloud
Spring is here! Check out one or more of our spring-themed book suggestions to read to your child in celebration of the season. Read more
Earth Day: Five Conservation Activities For Your Family
Earth Day is celebrated on April 22 of each year. This is a day not only to honor our wonderful Earth but to show support for a variety of environmental concerns and ways we can help keep Earth healthy and clean. Read more
Bugging Out in Monterey
Here are some entertaining classes and excursions for children in Monterey that make learning about bugs fun, and not so creepy! Read more
Playing in the Dirt! Spring Gardening With Your Kids
The Monterey Peninsula is a fantastic place to grow a garden. It is especially good for starting a garden with kids, as the climate and long growing season make the whole process much more forgiving than it would be elsewhere. Read more
California Rodeo Salinas
The California Rodeo Salinas will take place September 23rd-26th at the Salinas Sports Complex. The Rodeo will have four action packed performances: two night shows at 6pm on September 23rd and 24th and two day shows at 1:15pm on September 25... Read more
Sep 23, 2021
6:00 PM9:00 PM
Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Market
Head to the Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Market, open every Friday from 9am to 1pm in the lot behind CPK! Read more
Sep 24, 2021
9:00 AM1:00 PM
Weekly Certified Farmers Market at Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital
Free certified farmers' market every Friday. Read more
Sep 24, 2021
12:30 PM5:30 PM
Free Virtual Music & Movement Class
Calling all babies, toddlers and their caregivers! Join us for our Virtual Music and Movement program! Shake your sillies out in the comfort of your own home. Recommended for ages 0-3. This program is bilingual and guarantees a fun time for all. Read more
Sep 24, 2021
3:00 PM3:30 PM
California Rodeo Salinas
The California Rodeo Salinas will take place September 23rd-26th at the Salinas Sports Complex. The Rodeo will have four action packed performances: two night shows at 6pm on September 23rd and 24th and two day shows at 1:15pm on September 25... Read more
Sep 24, 2021
6:00 PM9:00 PM
Capitola Beach Festival
Capitola’s Annual Beach Festival will have something for everyone to enjoy. Read more
Sep 25, 2021Sep 26, 2021
Flea Market at the Fair
We are a flea market presenting a quality experience for vendors and the public. We are here to provide the community with a market that is diverse with craftspeople and flea market sellers. Read more
Sep 25, 2021
8:00 AM1:00 PM
Scotts Valley Farmers’ Market
We are happy to be starting 2021 with solid Covid-19 safety protocol, the return of café seating & live music weekly. The Scotts Valley Market relocated to the Scotts Valley Square Shopping Center off of Mount Hermon Road. Read more
Sep 25, 2021
9:00 AM1:00 PM
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