Dial A Story: New story released
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.
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.
Found the six hidden hearts spell out the secret word. bring your completed form to the help desk for a free treat. For grades 6-12.
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.
On Mondays, the Civic in Santa Cruz transforms into a skate paradise! 🎉 . 🗓️ Here’s the lineup: ✨ 5:30 PM - Kids Skate Lessons ✨ 6:30 PM - Teen/Adult Skate Lessons ✨ 6:30-9:30 PM - Open Skate for everyone! 🎟️ Pricing: • Open Skate: $10 • Lessons: $25 (includes Open Skate!) 🛼 BYO skates […]
Everyone's Harvest in conjunction with Farms Together is offering free boxes of fresh produce to area residents with lower socio-economic status (bring proof such as Medical, EBT, or WIC card). This program is available weekly until 2025.
Ages 12-36 months with their caregivers are invited to our wonderful toddler-friendly area. This is a great opportunity for your child to explore outside the home with new friends, toys and experiences. On Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:30 - 11:30am, we will meet in the Bayview room at the Carmel Youth Center on 4th Avenue […]
Join us for Stories, Songs, Rhymes and Play! Storytime is designed for children 2-5 years old and their caregivers. (Children 12 & under are welcome)
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.
Join us every first Wednesday of the month from 1:30pm to 2:30pm to create a fun craft.
Open to kids ages 6-15. An opportunity you don't want to miss! Learn techniques and skills from a Pebble Beach Golf Pro on Thursdays from 4-5pm. All levels welcome.
Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this group is a welcoming space for all. held every Thursday. bring your project or start something new. It's a great opportunity to make new friends, share ideas, and enjoy crafting.
Ages 12-36 months with their caregivers are invited to our wonderful toddler-friendly area. This is a great opportunity for your child to explore outside the home with new friends, toys and experiences. On Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:30 - 11:30am, we will meet in the Bayview room at the Carmel Youth Center on 4th Avenue […]
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 […]
Join friendly library staff for storytime every Friday morning. We meet in the Library's Community Room for a 30 minute storytime and stay and play. All are welcome, especially ages 2-5. No registration required.
The children's librarian will be sharing her love of reading with everyone in the Community Room. All are welcome especially aged 2 to 5. Weekly on Fridays.
Gather in person to give hugs or high fives, see how much our kids have grown, and welcome new members. Relax while enjoying Chipotle catering and desserts. Visit with families touch by the Magic of Down syndrome, the Magic of Pitt Hopkins syndrome, and other Magic while kids play in the enclosed playground. Free event […]
Are you a new parent looking for reliable child care or house care support. Meet local babysitters, ask questions, find the right fit for your family. Free events sponsored by the Birth Network of Monterey County.
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 […]
Come join your local firefighters and the Monterey Firefighters Community Foundation for our Kids Hero Run Event. Come dressed as your favorite superhero and run through our inflatable obstacle courses. One obstacle course is over 135’ long! There will be music and participants will receive a cape and a medal after completing the course! This […]
Free Nature Program Sundays, 9:00AM Visit the Discovery Center on Sunday mornings and join us for a 1 hour nature talk or guided walk along one of the park's trails. Learn about the natural history of Big Sur, including the California condor, while enjoying the cool, rippling sounds of the Big Sur River nearby. Hear more about our Condor […]
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 […]
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.
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.
On Mondays, the Civic in Santa Cruz transforms into a skate paradise! 🎉 . 🗓️ Here’s the lineup: ✨ 5:30 PM - Kids Skate Lessons ✨ 6:30 PM - Teen/Adult Skate Lessons ✨ 6:30-9:30 PM - Open Skate for everyone! 🎟️ Pricing: • Open Skate: $10 • Lessons: $25 (includes Open Skate!) 🛼 BYO skates […]
Everyone's Harvest in conjunction with Farms Together is offering free boxes of fresh produce to area residents with lower socio-economic status (bring proof such as Medical, EBT, or WIC card). This program is available weekly until 2025.
Ages 12-36 months with their caregivers are invited to our wonderful toddler-friendly area. This is a great opportunity for your child to explore outside the home with new friends, toys and experiences. On Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:30 - 11:30am, we will meet in the Bayview room at the Carmel Youth Center on 4th Avenue […]
Hosts: Kathryn Holden Klingler, LMFT, and Kristina Anzell, LCSW You are not alone, and your feelings are valid. This compassionate workshop will help you recognize and understand the emotional challenges that can arise during pregnancy and postpartum. With practical tools and guidance, Kathryn and Kristina will support you in finding balance and seeking the help […]
Join us for Stories, Songs, Rhymes and Play! Storytime is designed for children 2-5 years old and their caregivers. (Children 12 & under are welcome)
Open to kids ages 6-15. An opportunity you don't want to miss! Learn techniques and skills from a Pebble Beach Golf Pro on Thursdays from 4-5pm. All levels welcome.
Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this group is a welcoming space for all. held every Thursday. bring your project or start something new. It's a great opportunity to make new friends, share ideas, and enjoy crafting.
Ages 12-36 months with their caregivers are invited to our wonderful toddler-friendly area. This is a great opportunity for your child to explore outside the home with new friends, toys and experiences. On Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:30 - 11:30am, we will meet in the Bayview room at the Carmel Youth Center on 4th Avenue […]
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 […]
The Birth Network of Monterey County presents a free community postpartum group in Salinas on the 2nd Friday of every month.
Join friendly library staff for storytime every Friday morning. We meet in the Library's Community Room for a 30 minute storytime and stay and play. All are welcome, especially ages 2-5. No registration required.
Free fun and education for the family. Dozens of interactive exhibits. Symposium with world-renowned marine researchers. Live music, history walks, art demonstrations, research and rescue vessels and more. Held April 12 & 13.
Monterey recreation's 5th Annual Bunny Hop and Photo Op offers plenty of eggstra fun! Spring plush animals and our favorite bunny friend will be on hand to take photos. Plus, face painting, MyMuseum Wheelie Mobil and more. Note: this is not an egg hunt. Fee of $10 per child includes two dozen pre-filled eggs, a […]
Children 12 and under are invited to hop over and collect eggs from participating merchants. Bring your camera to capture special memories with the Easter Bunny at this free event. Hunt is from 11 am-12 pm. Bunny photos from 11 am-2 pm in the Garden Courtyard.
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.
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
Free Nature Program Sundays, 9:00AM Visit the Discovery Center on Sunday mornings and join us for a 1 hour nature talk or guided walk along one of the park's trails. Learn about the natural history of Big Sur, including the California condor, while enjoying the cool, rippling sounds of the Big Sur River nearby. Hear more about our Condor […]
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.
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.
On Mondays, the Civic in Santa Cruz transforms into a skate paradise! 🎉 . 🗓️ Here’s the lineup: ✨ 5:30 PM - Kids Skate Lessons ✨ 6:30 PM - Teen/Adult Skate Lessons ✨ 6:30-9:30 PM - Open Skate for everyone! 🎟️ Pricing: • Open Skate: $10 • Lessons: $25 (includes Open Skate!) 🛼 BYO skates […]
Everyone's Harvest in conjunction with Farms Together is offering free boxes of fresh produce to area residents with lower socio-economic status (bring proof such as Medical, EBT, or WIC card). This program is available weekly until 2025.
Ages 12-36 months with their caregivers are invited to our wonderful toddler-friendly area. This is a great opportunity for your child to explore outside the home with new friends, toys and experiences. On Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:30 - 11:30am, we will meet in the Bayview room at the Carmel Youth Center on 4th Avenue […]
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
Join us for Stories, Songs, Rhymes and Play! Storytime is designed for children 2-5 years old and their caregivers. (Children 12 & under are welcome)
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.
A Teen Reading Buddy is looking for a little buddy who needs to practice their reading or who simply loves to read! Search fo us in the Children's Area to sign up for a 25 minute one-on-one time. We will be here every Wednesdays from 3-5pm starting on September 11th. A sign up sheet will […]
Open to kids ages 6-15. An opportunity you don't want to miss! Learn techniques and skills from a Pebble Beach Golf Pro on Thursdays from 4-5pm. All levels welcome.
Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this group is a welcoming space for all. held every Thursday. bring your project or start something new. It's a great opportunity to make new friends, share ideas, and enjoy crafting.
Ages 12-36 months with their caregivers are invited to our wonderful toddler-friendly area. This is a great opportunity for your child to explore outside the home with new friends, toys and experiences. On Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:30 - 11:30am, we will meet in the Bayview room at the Carmel Youth Center on 4th Avenue […]
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 […]
Join friendly library staff for storytime every Friday morning. We meet in the Library's Community Room for a 30 minute storytime and stay and play. All are welcome, especially ages 2-5. No registration required.
The children's librarian will be sharing her love of reading with everyone in the Community Room. All are welcome especially aged 2 to 5. Weekly on Fridays.
The Carmel Host Lions Club and the parents at Monterey Peninsula Musical Theatre in Carmel are presenting the 27th annual Pancake Breakfast and Bunnyland on Saturday, APRIL 19, 2025 from 8:30 to 12:00 in Devendorf Park, at the corner of Ocean Avenue and Junipero Street, Carmel-by-the-Sea. The pre-Easter celebration features a generous breakfast of pancakes, […]
Egg hunt at Rocky Han Community Center for children ages 10 and under. Plus, pancake breakfast, crafts, bunny march, and more.
Join us for some science fun featuring Biology with Berta. Each month we will explore a new theme through hands on activities and play. March 15: Harry Potter Chemistry April 19: Sea Life May 31: Volcanoes
Join us for Easter Brunch at 8:45 am followed by worship at 10:00 am, and then an Easter Egg Hunt at 11:30 am.
Free Nature Program Sundays, 9:00AM Visit the Discovery Center on Sunday mornings and join us for a 1 hour nature talk or guided walk along one of the park's trails. Learn about the natural history of Big Sur, including the California condor, while enjoying the cool, rippling sounds of the Big Sur River nearby. Hear more about our Condor […]
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 & […]
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.
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.
Everyone's Harvest in conjunction with Farms Together is offering free boxes of fresh produce to area residents with lower socio-economic status (bring proof such as Medical, EBT, or WIC card). This program is available weekly until 2025.
Ages 12-36 months with their caregivers are invited to our wonderful toddler-friendly area. This is a great opportunity for your child to explore outside the home with new friends, toys and experiences. On Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:30 - 11:30am, we will meet in the Bayview room at the Carmel Youth Center on 4th Avenue […]
The Birth Network of Monterey County presents a free community postpartum group in Salinas on the 4th Tuesday of every month.
Join us for Stories, Songs, Rhymes and Play! Storytime is designed for children 2-5 years old and their caregivers. (Children 12 & under are welcome)
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.
A Teen Reading Buddy is looking for a little buddy who needs to practice their reading or who simply loves to read! Search fo us in the Children's Area to sign up for a 25 minute one-on-one time. We will be here every Wednesdays from 3-5pm starting on September 11th. A sign up sheet will […]
Open to kids ages 6-15. An opportunity you don't want to miss! Learn techniques and skills from a Pebble Beach Golf Pro on Thursdays from 4-5pm. All levels welcome.
Ages 12-36 months with their caregivers are invited to our wonderful toddler-friendly area. This is a great opportunity for your child to explore outside the home with new friends, toys and experiences. On Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:30 - 11:30am, we will meet in the Bayview room at the Carmel Youth Center on 4th Avenue […]
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
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 […]
Join friendly library staff for storytime every Friday morning. We meet in the Library's Community Room for a 30 minute storytime and stay and play. All are welcome, especially ages 2-5. No registration required.
The children's librarian will be sharing her love of reading with everyone in the Community Room. All are welcome especially aged 2 to 5. Weekly on Fridays.
Seaside, let's clean up! Join us for a Community Clean-Up event on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM! Multiple dumpster locations throughout the city Electronics accepted (in a separate container) No hazardous materials or commercial dumpingLet’s work together to keep Seaside beautiful! Seaside Residents Only | Sponsored by the City of […]
Come join for a family workshop series. Immigration Social media/screen time Anti-bullying Anxiety & depression Substance use Housing Doors open at 8:30 am. Free food and entertainment.
Multiple dumpster locations: Highland Otis Park, Mingo Ave at Medocino Street Mal's Market Parking lot, 1265 Noche Buena St Near Old Terrace School, La Salle Ave at Lincoln Street Pachetti Dog Park, Noche Buena St at Kimball Electronics will be accepted and placed in a separate container. Bring your items early--when the bin is full, […]
Join Sustainable Seaside, the City of Seaside, and a host of community partners in celebrating Seaside’s 14th Annual Earth Day event! Seaside Councilmember Dave Pacheco will emcee the event. Find more details about Seaside’s Earth Day event at tinyurl.com/Seaside-2025-Earth-Day. It’s happening on Sunday, April 27, from 1 pm to 4 pm, on the Seaside City Hall […]
Free Nature Program Sundays, 9:00AM Visit the Discovery Center on Sunday mornings and join us for a 1 hour nature talk or guided walk along one of the park's trails. Learn about the natural history of Big Sur, including the California condor, while enjoying the cool, rippling sounds of the Big Sur River nearby. Hear more about our Condor […]
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 & […]
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.
Monterey's annual 4th of July Parade is a must-attend celebration that draws approximately 15,000 people of all ages to line the streets in and around Old Monterey. We invite you to join us and revel in the festive floats, patriotic displays, entertaining costumes, and musical bands. The parade begins at 10am sharp. PARADE ROUTE: The […]
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.
Everyone's Harvest in conjunction with Farms Together is offering free boxes of fresh produce to area residents with lower socio-economic status (bring proof such as Medical, EBT, or WIC card). This program is available weekly until 2025.
Ages 12-36 months with their caregivers are invited to our wonderful toddler-friendly area. This is a great opportunity for your child to explore outside the home with new friends, toys and experiences. On Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:30 - 11:30am, we will meet in the Bayview room at the Carmel Youth Center on 4th Avenue […]
Join us for Stories, Songs, Rhymes and Play! Storytime is designed for children 2-5 years old and their caregivers. (Children 12 & under are welcome)
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.
A Teen Reading Buddy is looking for a little buddy who needs to practice their reading or who simply loves to read! Search fo us in the Children's Area to sign up for a 25 minute one-on-one time. We will be here every Wednesdays from 3-5pm starting on September 11th. A sign up sheet will […]
Ages 12-36 months with their caregivers are invited to our wonderful toddler-friendly area. This is a great opportunity for your child to explore outside the home with new friends, toys and experiences. On Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:30 - 11:30am, we will meet in the Bayview room at the Carmel Youth Center on 4th Avenue […]
The Birth Network of Monterey County presents a free community postpartum wellness group on the first Thursday of each month in Pacific Grove.
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
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 […]
Join friendly library staff for storytime every Friday morning. We meet in the Library's Community Room for a 30 minute storytime and stay and play. All are welcome, especially ages 2-5. No registration required.
The children's librarian will be sharing her love of reading with everyone in the Community Room. All are welcome especially aged 2 to 5. Weekly on Fridays.
Saturday, May 3rd from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Sunday, May 4th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Good Old Days Street Festival is Pacific Grove’s premier community event and is returning to Downtown Pacific Grove the first weekend of May! Each year this FREE event draws a great crowd of locals and visitors, rain […]
Join us for Ready & Resilient: Emergency Preparedness, a health and wellness partnership between @cityofmonterey @montereysportscenter and @montagehealth. We will have a Monterey Police Department patrol car and fire truck tours, fire prevention materials, Montage Health resources with information on how to stay safe during unexpected emergencies, Monterey Sports Center program information, face painting and […]
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 […]
Step into the shoes of a firefighter and discover firsthand what the job entails by navigating the obstacle course. Enjoy a firefighter themes bouncy house and take the opportunity to use a real fire hose. Open to ages 3-17. Athletic shoes encouraged. Part of the Good Old Days Festival activities in Pacific Grove.
Saturday, May 3rd from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Sunday, May 4th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Good Old Days Street Festival is Pacific Grove’s premier community event and is returning to Downtown Pacific Grove the first weekend of May! Each year this FREE event draws a great crowd of locals and visitors, rain […]
Step into the shoes of a firefighter and discover firsthand what the job entails by navigating the obstacle course. Enjoy a firefighter themes bouncy house and take the opportunity to use a real fire hose. Open to ages 3-17. Athletic shoes encouraged. Part of the Good Old Days Festival activities in Pacific Grove.
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