Events
Junior Rangers in Santa Cruz
Open to ages 7-12. Meet at visitor's center for programs unless noted. 6/19: Farm Animals and Ranch Life 6/26: Beach Explorers: Meet in parking lot for walk to beach 7/10: Nature Explorers 7/17: Bug Explorers 7/24: Bird Watching 7/31: Nature Art Vehicle day use is $10 which supports parks. Rain cancels. For more info email […]
Old Fashioned Campfires in Santa Cruz
Free event with live music, tortilla making, songs, skits, and more. Bring: a picnic dinner, lawn chair or blanket, tortilla toppings. 5:30-6:45 PM: dinner, tortilla making and live music. 6:45-8:00 […]
MPUSD Preschool Tours
Preschool tours at Seaside Child Development Center, DLAMP Preschool, and Monterey Child Development Center. Seaside Child Development Center: June 27 and 25 at 9:30 and 10:30 AM. 1450 Elm Street, Seaside. DLAMP Preschool: June 27 and July 25 at 9:30, 10:30 AM. 1650 Sonoma Avenue, Seaside Monterey Child Development Center: June 27 and July 25 […]
Rainbow Playgroup
Scott County Park 3101 Freedom Blvd., Watsonville, United StatesA 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 by text at 831-288-3105.
MPUSD Preschool Tours
Preschool tours at Seaside Child Development Center, DLAMP Preschool, and Monterey Child Development Center. Seaside Child Development Center: June 27 and 25 at 9:30 and 10:30 AM. 1450 Elm Street, Seaside. DLAMP Preschool: June 27 and July 25 at 9:30, 10:30 AM. 1650 Sonoma Avenue, Seaside Monterey Child Development Center: June 27 and July 25 […]
MPUSD Preschool Tours
Preschool tours at Seaside Child Development Center, DLAMP Preschool, and Monterey Child Development Center. Seaside Child Development Center: June 27 and 25 at 9:30 and 10:30 AM. 1450 Elm Street, Seaside. DLAMP Preschool: June 27 and July 25 at 9:30, 10:30 AM. 1650 Sonoma Avenue, Seaside Monterey Child Development Center: June 27 and July 25 […]
Mindfulness Tour at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve
Elkhorn Slough Safari Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve 1700 Elkhorn Road Watsonville, CA 95076Treat 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 Saturday, 2-4 pm Location: Hosted in-person at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve, 1700 Elkhorn Road, Watsonville, CA 95076 Details: Treat yourself to an outer and inner […]
Night Hikes in Carmel Valley
Learn to quietly prowl the woodlands and meadows in search of owls, bats, and other predators. Event begins at sunset. Check website for exact start time. Also held July 25, August 29, and Sept. 26. https://www.mprpd.org/let-s-go-outdoors
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, […]
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.
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 4th Tuesday of every month.
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.
Reading Buddies in Monterey
Monterey Public Library 625 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA, United StatesTeen buddies will read to their little buddy from ages 5-8. Sign up in the children's area for a 25-minute one-on-one reading time. Every Wednesday.
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 […]
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. […]
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 and caregivers in a fun, hands-on project. Families will enjoy creative exploration and make something fun to take home, too. Leave the mess to us […]
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.
Junior Rangers in Santa Cruz
Open to ages 7-12. Meet at visitor's center for programs unless noted. 6/19: Farm Animals and Ranch Life 6/26: Beach Explorers: Meet in parking lot for walk to beach 7/10: Nature Explorers 7/17: Bug Explorers 7/24: Bird Watching 7/31: Nature Art Vehicle day use is $10 which supports parks. Rain cancels. For more info email […]
Early Bird Tour at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve
Elkhorn Slough Safari Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve 1700 Elkhorn Road Watsonville, CA 95076Join us at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve every first Saturday of the month for a special early bird walk. #tours Details: Amateur and expert birders alike will find a place on the Early Bird Tour! Local guides Steve Johnston and Robert Horn alternate leading these walks, sharing the life histories of the birds that […]
In-Store Kids Workshops – Home Depot
The Home DepotJoin us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last.
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 Monday through Friday 10am to 12pm.
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, […]