Open House at the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum
2031-03-01 10:00 - 16:00, 2031-03-02 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
2031-03-02 10:00 - 12:30, 2031-03-09 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!
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Dial A Story: New story released
2031-03-03, 2031-03-10 | 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
2031-03-03 10:30 - 11:00, 2031-03-10 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.

Sensory Story Time
2031-03-05 10:30 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Olivia & Daisy, 13766 Center Street, Carmel Valley, 93924, 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 & Daisy Bookstore, Carmel Valley
Sensory Story Time is a monthly event designed for young children of all abilities. Join us for a cozy, engaging story paired with fun, hands-on sensory play, all guided by pediatric occupational therapists from Children’s Therapy Center.
It’s the perfect blend of early literacy and playful exploration—come connect, learn, and play in a warm, welcoming space!
Ideal for toddlers and preschoolers. No registration required—just drop in!

Storytime in Gonzales
2031-03-05 12:00 - 13:00, 2031-03-12 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.

Craftnovation at Buena Vista Branch Library
2031-03-05 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
2031-03-06 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
2031-03-06 10:15 - 10:45, 2031-03-13 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
2031-03-06 15:00 - 19:00, 2031-03-13 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
2031-03-06 16:00 - 16:30, 2031-03-13 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
2031-03-07 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
2031-03-07 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
2031-03-07 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.

Pacific Biological Lab Tour and Open House
2031-03-08 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
2031-03-08 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
2031-03-09 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
2031-03-09 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

Second Sunday Artisan Faire
2031-03-09 12:00 - 16:00 UTC | 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. Support local and grab some food and drinks and enjoy the day with us. Held monthly on the second Sunday.

Music With Mary Lee
2031-03-12 11:00 - 11:30 UTC | Pacific Grove Public Library
Enjoy music with your little one at this special library event.

After School Gaming at Seaside Branch Library
2031-03-12 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
2031-03-13 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.
