Make and Explore at John Steinbeck Library in Salinas
John Steinbeck Library 350 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas
Health and Wellness Fair at the Monterey Sports Center
Monterey Sports Center 301 East Franklin Street, Monterey
Mindfulness Tour at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve
Elkhorn Slough Safari Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve 1700 Elkhorn Road Watsonville, CA 95076
Week of Events
Dial A Story: New story released
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.
Knitting and Crocheting Group
Love to knit or crochet? Come hang out with our friendly group! All skills levels welcome! Bring your yarn and let’s get stitching. Weekly on Mondays from 9:30 am-11:30 am.
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.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Day in Seaside
Our community partners invite you on Monday, January 19, 2026, to a Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Day. The event includes a meet up at Obama Way and Noche Buena, followed by a march to the Oldemeyer Center, and a program at the Oldemeyer. Event begins at 11 a.m. See flyer below and feel […]
MLK Jr. Concert in Marina
Join the Monterey POPS for a free concert with The Leon Joyce Trio, the Monterey Bay Live Allstars, and the Monterey County Pops! Orchestra.
Seaside Book Club
Come and hang out with other local readers. This meeting will be about chatting about different books and planning future meet ups. Book is "The Last Party."
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
Make and Explore at John Steinbeck Library in Salinas
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, 3 PM - 4:30 PM at the John Steinbeck Library.
Teen Ocean Activities With Monterey Bay Aquarium
Dive into creativity with algae pressing, bookmark making, journal decorating, and more. For ages 6-12.
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.
Chess Club
Friends of Marina Library Middle School Chess Club meets Wednesdays 3:00 - 5 pm. New players join each week. Club welcomes beginners to sophisticates! Grades 5 - 8. We currently have 22 active members. These include 5 in 8th grade, 3 in 7th grade, 6 in 6th grade, 4 in 5th grade, and 3 in […]
Pajama Storytime at Seaside Branch Library
Seaside Library will now offer a pajama storytime once a month on the evening of every 3rd Wednesday. Wear your favorite PJs and join us for bedtime stories and songs.
STEAM Thursday
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
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 […]
Storytime Jamboree
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
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 […]
Beginning Birding at Laguna Grande 3
Beginning Birding at Laguna Grande Curious about a bird you saw? Learn how to use binoculars (provided), resources to learn more about birds, and go on a bird watching trip around this special urban park, home to 263 different species of birds! No prior experience necessary. Instructor: Monterey Audubon Representative. Ages 12-Adult 4th Saturday of […]
Rainbow Playgroup
A 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.
Backyard Science in Marina
Each month there will be a new theme with hands-on activities and play. register at biologiwithberta.com/community.
Health and Wellness Fair at the Monterey Sports Center
Join the Monterey Sports Center on Saturday, January 24, from noon - 3:00 p.m. for a Health & Wellness Fair at the Monterey Sports Center located at 301 E. Franklin Street. Admission is free. Recreational Swim and the WIBIT will be available alongside a great collection of community vendors sharing information to help you reach […]
Design & Print in 3D for Adults & Teens
CAD program and fantasy character workshop. Join us in designing 3D characters and objects to be printed on our 3D printer, using design software and CAD programs. Please note: we recommend that you bring your own laptop (no chromebooks-they do not work with our WiFi). If you don't have one, we do have a limited number […]
Mindfulness Tour at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve
Treat 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 […]
Dive In Movies in Carmel
The public and guests are invited to head to the pool at sundown for free family-friendly movie fun every Friday and Saturday. Grab dinner before or after at Shearwater Tavern. Also held Jan. 30, Jan. 31.
Kids’ Night Out in Monterey
Have a fun night out while the kids have a fun night in the gym! Kids will do obstacle courses, play games, and have fun in the gym before having pizza for dinner and watching a movie. Dates: Jan. 24, Feb. 21, March 28, April 18, and May 23. Members: $55, second child is $30. […]
Fun & Games Night for Over 21 at MY Museum
Woo Hoo... Yummy food, wine, beer, and tons of board games... what's not to LOVE!?! Hope you can join us for this great fundraiser for MYM. $55 per person online or $65 at the door. You can also buy tickets at MY Museum! Special thanks in advance to all our amazing food vendors of the […]
Fun & Games Night at MY Museum
Woo Hoo... Yummy food, wine, beer, and tons of board games... what's not to LOVE!?! Hope you can join us for this great fundraiser for MYM. $55 per person online or $65 at the door. You can also buy tickets at MY Museum! Special thanks in advance to all our amazing food vendors of the […]
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 & […]
Monthly Art Market in Sand City
January event focuses on jewelry. Music, vendors and more. Also held February 27 and March 29, rain or shine.