Events
First Saturday Book Sale in Pacific Grove
St. Mary's 146 12th St, Pacific Grove, United StatesPGPL Friends & Foundation holds the “First Saturday Book Sale” on the first Saturday of the month, 10am - 2pm at St. Mary's Church. The Bookstore at St. Mary's is open […]
Open House at the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum
Welcome to the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Historical Society! Located next to the Salinas Amtrak station, we host an interactive HO scale layout and diorama recreating Monterey County railroads from the mid-1900s. We host an Open House for free to the public the first weekend each month. Admission is free and children are always […]
BMX Racing – Manzanita Park BMX
We are a sanctioned track by the American Bicycle Association (USABMX). Our track is designed to be manuevered by all skill level riders. There is no age requirement in BMX, as long as you can ride on two wheels, you're good to go! Don't have a bike? We can help! We offer loaner bikes & […]
Open House at the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum
Welcome to the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Historical Society! Located next to the Salinas Amtrak station, we host an interactive HO scale layout and diorama recreating Monterey County railroads from the mid-1900s. We host an Open House for free to the public the first weekend each month. Admission is free and children are always […]
Free Tour of Organic Farm in Santa Cruz
University of Santa Cruz Farm 152 Farm Road, Santa Cruz, United StatesTake a free, guided tour of the 30-acre organic UCSC Farm. Visitors can enjoy touring the organically managed greenhouses, hand-worked garden beds, orchards, row crop fields, and children’s garden, while learning about the history of the site and the basic concepts of organic farming and gardening. Perched on a meadow near the campus entrance, the […]
Dial A Story: New story released
VirtualEach Monday a new story is released from Monterey County Free Libraries. Parents can dial-a-story for kids and get a break! Stories are available free of charge 24/7.
Storytime at Earthbound Farm Stand
It's a new day for storytime in the pavilion at Earthbound Farm Stand. Each Monday at 10:30 am and at 11:00 am.
Sensory Story Time
Olivia & Daisy 13766 Center Street, Carmel Valley, United StatesJoin Us for Sensory Story Time! Presented by Olivia & Daisy × Children's Therapy Center Co. We’re so excited to invite you and your little ones to our next Sensory Story Time at Olivia & Daisy Bookstore in Carmel Valley! 🗓 When: First Wednesday of the month (7/2/25) ⏰ Time: 10:30 AM 📍 Where: Olivia […]
Storytime in Gonzales
Come for story time on Wednesday afternoons with stories, song, and fun. If you need a Spanish language interpreter, please call ahead to 831-386-6872.
Craftnovation at Buena Vista Branch Library
Buena Vista Branch Library 18250 Tara Drive, Salinas, United StatesJoin us every first Wednesday of the month from 1:30pm to 2:30pm to create a fun craft.
STEAM Thursday
MY Museum Washington Street, MontereyJoin us on Thursday mornings from 10:15-10:45 for a new STEAM project every week! Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics are crucial for developing critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities and creativity. WHEN: Every Thursday from 10:15-10:45 am FEE: Free for MY Museum members /Included with Daily Admission for non-members
Seaside Farmers’ Market
Everyone’s Harvest in partnership with the City of Seaside operates the Seaside Certified Farmers' Market at Laguna Grande Park weekly on Thursdays from 3-7pm. We are truly excited for this opportunity to serve the Seaside community weekly with local sustainable produce, local food vendors and artisans, entertainment, and much more. Please see their website, www.everyonesharvest.org […]
Paws to Read in Monterey
Monterey Public Library 625 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA, United StatesSpend some time reading to a certified therapy dog. Participants will sign up for 10 minute reading sessions to read a selection of their choice to a new furry friend. Great for Kindergarten and up.
Storytime Jamboree
John Steinbeck Library 350 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, United StatesBring your family to Storytime Jamboree at the John Steinbeck Library! We'll read, sing, and dance together as we put the focus on fun and set the silly to 11. […]
Postpartum Wellness Group
Buena Vista Branch Library 18250 Tara Drive, Salinas, United StatesThe Birth Network of Monterey County presents a free community postpartum group in Salinas on the 2nd Friday of every month.
Make and Take Crafts at MY Museum
MY Museum Washington Street, MontereyGet crafty every Friday morning! Art making plays a central role in cognitive, motor, language and social-emotional development. Every Friday, MY Museum will host a craft expert to guide kids […]
Storytime in Monterey
Monterey Public Library 625 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA, United StatesJoin friendly library staff for story time. Meet in the Library's Community Room for a 30-minute story time and stay and play. All are welcome especially ages 2-5. No registration required.
Pacific Biological Lab Tour and Open House
Pacific Biological Lab 800 Cannery Row, Monterey, United StatesTake a journey through Monterey's storied past with a tour of Pacific Biological Laboratories. Held the second Saturday of the month. All ages welcome, no registration required. 1st tour: 10-11am. […]
Downtown Antique Fair
Downtown Santa Cruz Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, United StatesThe Santa Cruz Antique Faire is on the 2nd Sunday of every month from 8am-5pm. Vendors offer an eclectic blend of antiques and unique items, vintage clothing, collectibles and more! Visit the Antique Faire on Lincoln Street between Pacific and Cedar. For info on vendor spaces, call (831) 476-6940.
Downtown Antique Fair
The Santa Cruz Antique Faire takes place on the 2nd Sunday of every month from 8AM - 5PM. Shop for treasures from dozens of vendors on Lincoln Street offering eclectic antiques, unique finds, vintage clothing, collectibles and more! https://downtownsantacruz.com/do/santa-cruz-antique-street-faire
BMX Racing – Manzanita Park BMX
We are a sanctioned track by the American Bicycle Association (USABMX). Our track is designed to be manuevered by all skill level riders. There is no age requirement in BMX, as long as you can ride on two wheels, you're good to go! Don't have a bike? We can help! We offer loaner bikes & […]
Second Sunday Artisan Faire
Abbott Square 725 Front Street, Santa Cruz, United StatesCheck out the local vendors and free live music on a Sunday afternoon at Abbott Square.
Dial A Story: New story released
VirtualEach Monday a new story is released from Monterey County Free Libraries. Parents can dial-a-story for kids and get a break! Stories are available free of charge 24/7.
Storytime at Earthbound Farm Stand
It's a new day for storytime in the pavilion at Earthbound Farm Stand. Each Monday at 10:30 am and at 11:00 am.