Craftnovation at Buena Vista Branch Library
2031-01-01 13:30 - 14:30 UTC | Buena Vista Branch Library, 18250 Tara Drive, Salinas, 93908, United States
Join us every first Wednesday of the month from 1:30pm to 2:30pm to create a fun craft.

Postpartum Wellness Group
2031-01-02 10:00 - 11:30 UTC | Parents’ Place
The Birth Network of Monterey County presents a free community postpartum wellness group on the first Thursday of each month in Pacific Grove.

STEAM Thursday
2031-01-02 10:15 - 10:45, 2031-01-09 10:15 - 10:45 UTC | MY Museum, Washington Street, Monterey, 93940
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

Seaside Farmers' Market
2031-01-02 15:00 - 19:00, 2031-01-09 15:00 - 19:00 UTC
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 for more details. You can also send questions by emailing info@everyonesharvest.org.

Storytime Jamboree
2031-01-02 16:00 - 16:30, 2031-01-09 16:00 - 16:30 UTC | John Steinbeck Library, 350 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, 93901, 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. For ages 0-7, and older children are welcome to participate. For more information contact Joe at Josephr@ci.salinas.ca.us

Make and Take Crafts at MY Museum
2031-01-03 10:15 - 10:45, 2031-01-10 10:15 - 10:45 UTC | MY Museum, Washington Street, Monterey, 93940
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 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 and be prepared to let your creativity go crazy!
WHEN: Every Friday from 10:15-10:45 am
FEE: Free for MY Museum members /Included with Daily Admission for non-members

Storytime in Monterey
2031-01-03 10:15 - 10:45, 2031-01-10 10:15 - 10:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | Monterey Public Library, 625 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, 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.

Night Market 831
2031-01-03 17:00 - 21:00 UTC | Sand City Art Park, 525 Ortiz Avenue, Sand City, 93955, United States
Bringing the community together for delicious dinner options, sweet treats, plus beer and wine, a rotating cast of local artists and makers and live music.

Early Bird Tour at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve
2031-01-04 08:30 - 11:00 UTC | Elkhorn Slough Safari, Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve 1700 Elkhorn Road Watsonville, CA 95076
Join 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 call Elkhorn Slough home, and giving tips on identifying species.
Know Before you Go:
No registration is required – the tour is filled on a first-come, first-served basis up to a capacity of 18. Guests may enter the Reserve starting at 8:15 am – note that the front gate will be closed before 8:15 am.
Depending on recent sightings, tour guides will decide on the morning of the tour whether to walk the trails at the Reserve itself, or lead people in a caravan-style to a higher-sighting location around the Elkhorn Slough. All offsite locations are within a 15 minute drive of the Reserve.
Regardless of whether the walk is onsite at the Reserve or departs for a different area, participants should be prepared to walk around 2-3 miles on gravel/dirt trails. The tours last around 3 hours, but guests may leave early if needed.
We recommend wearing good hiking shoes, layers, and bringing binoculars. Those without binoculars may borrow a pair at the Visitor Center.
This tour is recommended for birders of all backgrounds and experience levels, and is geared towards ages 16+
COVID POLICY: At this moment, masks are not required on outdoor events and tours. We do ask folks to keep physical distance in mind on the trails, and space has been limited to ensure ample room. If you or someone you’ve been in close contact with has been exposed to COVID-19, test positive for COVID-19 OR shows symptoms of a cold, like fever, runny nose, cough, or nausea, please do not attend the event.

In-Store Kids Workshops - Home Depot
2031-01-04 09:00 UTC | The Home Depot
Join 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
2031-01-04 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | St. Mary’s, 146 12th St, Pacific Grove, 93940, 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 Monday through Friday 10am to 12pm.

Open House at the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum
2031-01-04 10:00 - 16:00, 2031-01-05 10:00 - 16:00 UTC
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 welcome and encouraged to visit.

BMX Racing - Manzanita Park BMX
2031-01-05 10:00 - 12:30 UTC
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 & helmets on a first come, first serve basis.
Little tikes on little bikes? Strider racing also available!
First time out is FREE!
Check us out on Facebook and IG

Dial A Story: New story released
2031-01-06 | 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.

Storytime at Earthbound Farm Stand
2031-01-06 10:30 - 11:00 UTC
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.

Music With Mary Lee
2031-01-08 11:00 - 11:30 UTC | Pacific Grove Public Library
Enjoy music with your little one at this special library event.

Storytime in Gonzales
2031-01-08 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
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.

After School Gaming at Seaside Branch Library
2031-01-08 15:30 - 17:00 UTC
Join us at the Seaside Library on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month for gaming. We will have Mario Kart, Smash Bros, FIFA, and more.

Paws to Read in Monterey
2031-01-09 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Monterey Public Library, 625 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, 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.

Postpartum Wellness Group
2031-01-10 10:00 - 11:30 UTC | Buena Vista Branch Library, 18250 Tara Drive, Salinas, 93908, United States
The Birth Network of Monterey County presents a free community postpartum group in Salinas on the 2nd Friday of every month.

Pacific Biological Lab Tour and Open House
2031-01-11 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Pacific Biological Lab, 800 Cannery Row, Monterey, 93940, 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. 2nd tour: 11:30am-12:30pm.

Dads Read
2031-01-11 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Marina Branch Library, Seaside Circle, Marina, 93933
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

Downtown Antique Fair
2031-01-12 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Downtown Santa Cruz, Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, 95060, 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.

Downtown Antique Fair
2031-01-12 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
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
