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  • October 2026

  • Sat 3

    First Saturday Book Sale in Pacific Grove

    October 3 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm First Saturday Book Sale in Pacific Grove
    St. Mary's 146 12th St, Pacific Grove, United States

    PGPL 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 […]

  • Sat 3

    Open House at the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum

    October 3 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 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 […]

  • Sun 4

    BMX Racing – Manzanita Park BMX

    October 4 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm

    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 & […]

  • Sun 4

    Open House at the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum

    October 4 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 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 […]

  • Sun 4

    Free Tour of Organic Farm in Santa Cruz

    October 4 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Free Tour of Organic Farm in Santa Cruz
    University of Santa Cruz Farm 152 Farm Road, Santa Cruz, United States

    Take 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 […]

  • Mon 5

    Dial A Story: New story released

    October 5 Dial A Story: New story released
    Virtual

    Each 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.

  • Mon 5

    Storytime at Earthbound Farm Stand

    October 5 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am 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.

  • Wed 7

    Sensory Story Time

    October 7 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Sensory Story Time
    Olivia & Daisy 13766 Center Street, Carmel Valley, United States

    Join 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 […]

    Free
  • Wed 7

    Storytime in Gonzales

    October 7 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 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.

  • Wed 7

    Craftnovation at Buena Vista Branch Library

    October 7 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Craftnovation at Buena Vista Branch Library
    Buena Vista Branch Library 18250 Tara Drive, Salinas, United States

    Join us every first Wednesday of the month from 1:30pm to 2:30pm to create a fun craft.

  • Thu 8

    STEAM Thursday

    October 8 @ 10:15 am - 10:45 am STEAM Thursday
    MY Museum Washington Street, Monterey

    Join 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

  • Thu 8

    Seaside Farmers’ Market

    October 8 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm 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 […]

  • Thu 8

    Paws to Read in Monterey

    October 8 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Paws to Read in Monterey
    Monterey Public Library 625 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA, United States

    Spend 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.

  • Thu 8

    Storytime Jamboree

    October 8 @ 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm Storytime Jamboree
    John Steinbeck Library 350 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, United States

    Bring 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. […]

  • Fri 9

    Postpartum Wellness Group

    October 9 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Postpartum Wellness Group
    Buena Vista Branch Library 18250 Tara Drive, Salinas, United States

    The Birth Network of Monterey County presents a free community postpartum group in Salinas on the 2nd Friday of every month.

    Free
  • Fri 9

    Make and Take Crafts at MY Museum

    October 9 @ 10:15 am - 10:45 am Make and Take Crafts at MY Museum
    MY Museum Washington Street, Monterey

    Get 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 […]

  • Fri 9

    Storytime in Monterey

    October 9 @ 10:15 am - 10:45 am Storytime in Monterey
    Monterey Public Library 625 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA, United States

    Join 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.

  • Sat 10

    Pacific Biological Lab Tour and Open House

    October 10 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Pacific Biological Lab Tour and Open House
    Pacific Biological Lab 800 Cannery Row, Monterey, United States

    Take 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. […]

  • Sat 10

    Dads Read

    October 10 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Dads Read
    Marina Branch Library Seaside Circle, Marina

    Join us for our monthly storytime featuring community readers! Activities include: Monterey County Food Bank Outdoor play with toys Coloring Corner Shea's Gymnastics FREE clothing exchange by Buy Nothing Marina

  • Sun 11

    Downtown Antique Fair

    October 11 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Downtown Antique Fair
    Downtown Santa Cruz Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, United States

    The 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.

  • Sun 11

    Downtown Antique Fair

    October 11 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 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

  • Sun 11

    BMX Racing – Manzanita Park BMX

    October 11 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm

    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 & […]

  • Sun 11

    Second Sunday Artisan Faire

    October 11 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Second Sunday Artisan Faire
    Abbott Square 725 Front Street, Santa Cruz, United States

    Check out the local vendors and free live music on a Sunday afternoon at Abbott Square.

  • Mon 12

    Dial A Story: New story released

    October 12 Dial A Story: New story released
    Virtual

    Each 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.

  • Mon 12

    Storytime at Earthbound Farm Stand

    October 12 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am 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.

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