Events
Fall Birding at Garland Ranch
Garland Ranch Park hosts a wide variety of habitats, and subsequently a high diversity of birds. During this walk, we will explore an oak woodland at the foothills of the Santa Lucia’s and riparian habitat along the Carmel River. We’ll expect to see many of our local residents as well as an influx of migrating […]
Santa Cruz Band Review
55 Northern California high school and junior high school marching bands compete next to the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in the ONLY band review with warm sand, cool surf, and hot rides!
Tracks, Trails and Tiny Worlds in Marina
Explore the hidden life in parks. Young scientists will investigate habitats, food webs, and signs of wildlife while learning how to explore responsibly.
Tracks, Trails and Tiny Worlds in Marina
Explore the hidden life in parks. Young scientists will investigate habitats, food webs, and signs of wildlife while learning how to explore responsibly.
Backyard Science in 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.
Harvest Festival in Seaside
-Dog Costume Contest -Music -Food -Raffle
Hebron Family Center Fall Harvest in Salinas
Delicious food, exciting bounce house, fall arts & crafts, resource fair.
Wilder Ranch State Park: Harvest Festival
Celebrate the fall at the Wilder Ranch State Park Harvest Festival! Enjoy living history demonstrations, crafts, games, live music, food and more! Taste history during the Heritage Apple Tasting hosted by the California Rare Fruit Growers Association! Rain cancels. Free event. Vehicle day-use fee is $10. Hold on to that receipt! Once you have paid […]
Harvest Festival in Santa Cruz
Apple tasting, live music, food for sale, living history demos, crafts, games & more.
Tides & Terroir: A Celebration of Monterey Bay Wine, Food & Community
Asilomar Conference Grounds 800 Asilomar Avenue, Pacific Grove, United StatesTides & Terroir is a two-day celebration of the Monterey coast — its wines, its food, its makers, and the multigenerational farming community that has shaped one of California’s most distinctive food and wine regions. Both days unfold at Asilomar State Beach & Conference Grounds, Monterey’s “Refuge by the Sea.” Friday evening, October 16 opens […]
Teen Dungeons and Dragons in Pacific Grove
Join the fun for a basic game of Dungeons and Dragons. Let your imagination run wild. Sessions will take place in the Little House in Jewell Park. Held October 17 and December 5. Number of players is limited. register in person or call 831-648-5760. For those in grades 6-12. Free pizza and drinks.
Hands-On History at Hidden Hills
Blacksmith demo, fiber arts and spinning, churning butter, felted soap, ink and quill writing, games and pony rides. $15 per family. Some activities have an additional fee.
Saturday Surprise in Carmel
Join us for a variety of fun activities, including board games, Legos and performers on Surp.
Frolic and Revel in San Juan Bautista
Pirates parade, fairy story time, turkey legs and lots more. Call 831-260-4140 for additional info. Held on the following dates: September 19, 26 and October 3, 10, 17, 24
Monterey Bay Charter School Fall Auction Party
🎃 Get Ready to Party for a Purpose! ✨ Our biggest fundraiser of the year is coming—and we want YOU there! Join fellow MBCS families, friends, and community members for a festive Halloween Auction Party filled with fun, creativity, connection, and plenty of opportunities to support the programs that make MBCS special. Costumes are encouraged! […]
Halloween Movie Night in Gonzales
Bring your family and friends, dress up, and bring snacks and blankets for the free annual Halloween Movie Night. Costume contest at 6:30 PM, movie starts at 7. More info: 831-675-5000.
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 & […]
2026 Annual Greenfield Harvest festival
Food, live music, tractor display, car show. Held at El Camino Real between walnut and Apple Ave.
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.
Free Flu Immunization Clinic in Salinas
County of Monterey Health Department is partnering with Salinas Valley Health and Alisal High School to provide free influenza ("flu") immunizations. Everyone 6 months of age and older is welcome. Children less than 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. No appointment, ID, or insurance card is required. Call […]
Low Sensory Pumpkin Patch in Salinas
Join in for a calm and inclusive evening at the low sensory pumpkin patch, designed for children with special needs and their families. Pick a pumpkin and decorate it! Space is limited, call 831-744-3808 for info.
Make & Explore
Join us in the library for Make & Explore, our family craft event featuring a fun activity or hands on experiment! Spend some quality time together creating and learning through play. Every third Tuesday of the month. For more information contact Joe at JosephR@ci.salinas.ca.us
Mad Science at the Library
Calling all mad scientists! Get ready for some spooky science as we create new experiments every week and get ourselves in the Halloween spirit. Tuesdays in October (Oct. 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2026) 3:30pm - 4:30pm El Gabilan Library
‘Saving Walden’s World’ to Screen in Carmel, CA
What kind of world are we leaving for the next generation? In a time of mounting climate anxiety and geopolitical uncertainty, it is easy to feel that the system is failing. But while the headlines focus on extraction and conflict, there is a Plan B being engineered by communities in the places you'd least expect, […]