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  • December 2026

  • Thu 17

    Storytime Jamboree

    December 17 @ 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. […]

  • Thu 17

    Country Christmas in Salinas

    December 17 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    Salinas Sports Complex North Main Street, Salinas

    Join us for the 4th Annual Country Christmas, hosted by the California Rodeo Salinas, on Thursday, December 17th at the Salinas Sports Complex (1034 N. Main Street) from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. This festive celebration, presented by MYCARS.com, is FREE for all to attend – no admission fees! Join us for a festive night packed […]

  • Thu 17

    Tomáseen Foley’s A Celtic Christmas

    December 17 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
    UCSC Music Hall Santa Cruz, United States

    For decades, the acclaimed show — new each year — has criss-crossed the country bringing holiday joy to audiences; this December, it returns to Santa Cruz with its Irish musicians, dancers, and native Irish storyteller, Tomáseen Foley. A Celtic Christmas springs from the infinitely rich treasury of Ireland’s cultural heritage: a re-creation of a night […]

    $45 – $50
  • Fri 18

    Volunteer Day at Asilomar Beach

    December 18 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Volunteer Day at Asilomar Beach
    Asilomar Conference Grounds 800 Asilomar Avenue, Pacific Grove, United States

    Weekly volunteer day at Asilomar State Beach in Pacific Grove. Restore dunes and pine forest by planting natives, weeding, and watering. Family-friendly; tools provided. Help us restore the beautiful Asilomar […]

  • Fri 18

    Storytime in Monterey

    December 18 @ 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 […]

  • Fri 18

    Annual Enchanted Holiday Concert with the Dave Holodiloff Band

    December 18 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Families are welcome to celebrate the season with the Dave Holodiloff Band at the 14th Annual Enchanted Winter Holiday-loff Concert. Familiar carols and seasonal favorites are reimagined through bluegrass, jazz, Celtic, Balkan, Latin, folk and world-music influences. Dave’s mandolin playing and inventive acoustic arrangements make this an intimate holiday celebration for all ages. Friday, December […]

    $50
  • Sat 19

    Backyard Science in Marina

    December 19 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
    Marina Branch Library Seaside Circle, Marina

    Join for science fun with Owl Steam Academy. Each month a new theme will be explored with hands-on activities and play. Sept 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 21, and Dec. 19.

  • Sat 19

    Stories with Mrs. Claus in Pacific Grove

    December 19 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Asilomar Conference Grounds 800 Asilomar Avenue, Pacific Grove, United States

    Gather 'round the historic hearth inside Asilomar's Social Hall for some nostalgic Christmas magic! Mrs. Claus will read holiday stories traditional and contemporary during this drop-in program. Enjoy a free cup of hot cocoa and cookies, courtesy of Aramark.

    Free
  • Sat 19

    Saturday Surprise in Carmel

    December 19 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Harrison Memorial Library Ocean Avenue & Lincolm Avenue, Carmel, United States

    Join us for a variety of fun activities, including board games, Legos and performers on Surp.

  • Sun 20

    BMX Racing – Manzanita Park BMX

    December 20 @ 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, […]

  • Sun 20

    Sensory Friendly Santa in Del Rey Oaks

    December 20 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Monterey Moose Family Center Canyon Del Rey Blvd., Del Rey Oaks

    No need to stand in the mall. Each appointment includes a visit with Santa, family portrait, and a gift from Santa. Appointments are by reservation only. You do not have to be a Lodge member to participate. Appointments are limited. To book your appointment email Mary Peitso at mpeitso@gmail.com or call Mark at 831-383-1323.

  • Mon 21

    Dial A Story: New story released

    December 21 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 21

    Storytime at Earthbound Farm Stand

    December 21 @ 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.

  • Tue 22

    Postpartum Wellness Group

    December 22 @ 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 4th Tuesday of every month.

    Free
  • Wed 23

    Storytime in Gonzales

    December 23 @ 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.

  • Thu 24

    Seaside Farmers’ Market

    December 24 @ 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 […]

  • Thu 24

    Storytime Jamboree

    December 24 @ 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 25

    Volunteer Day at Asilomar Beach

    December 25 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Volunteer Day at Asilomar Beach
    Asilomar Conference Grounds 800 Asilomar Avenue, Pacific Grove, United States

    Weekly volunteer day at Asilomar State Beach in Pacific Grove. Restore dunes and pine forest by planting natives, weeding, and watering. Family-friendly; tools provided. Help us restore the beautiful Asilomar […]

  • Fri 25

    Storytime in Monterey

    December 25 @ 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 […]

  • Sat 26

    Rainbow Playgroup

    December 26 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Rainbow Playgroup
    Scott County Park 3101 Freedom Blvd., Watsonville, United States

    A monthly bilingual playgroup for LGBTQIA+ families and allies. Open to children 10 years and younger and their families. Siblings welcome. Held the 4th Saturday of every month. Registration required […]

  • Sat 26

    Mindfulness Tour at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve

    December 26 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Mindfulness Tour at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve
    Elkhorn Slough Safari Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve 1700 Elkhorn Road Watsonville, CA 95076

    Treat yourself to an outer and inner exploration. Join Renata Funke, a Reserve Docent, on a two-hour walk at the Reserve. #tours   Mindfulness Tour Date and Time: Every 4th […]

  • Sun 27

    BMX Racing – Manzanita Park BMX

    December 27 @ 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, […]

  • Mon 28

    Dial A Story: New story released

    December 28 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 28

    Storytime at Earthbound Farm Stand

    December 28 @ 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 30

    Storytime in Gonzales

    December 30 @ 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.

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