Week of Events
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 […]
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.
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 […]
Monday, July 20, 2026
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July 20, 2026 -Storytime at Earthbound Farm Stand
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.
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
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July 21, 2026 -Make & Explore
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 […]
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
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July 22, 2026 -Storytime in Gonzales
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July 22, 2026 -Reading Buddies in Monterey
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
Teen 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.
Thursday, July 23, 2026
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July 23, 2026 -STEAM Thursday
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July 23, 2026 -Seaside Farmers’ Market
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July 23, 2026 -Storytime Jamboree
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 […]
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. […]
Friday, July 24, 2026
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July 24, 2026 -Make and Take Crafts at MY Museum
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July 24, 2026 -Storytime in Monterey
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Featured July 24, 2026 -Featured Junior Rangers in Santa Cruz
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July 24, 2026 -Old Fashioned Campfires in Santa Cruz
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 […]
Storytime in Monterey
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.
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: […]
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 PM: Camp songs, skits, and stories around the fire for all ages. Also held on July 24 and August 21.
Saturday, July 25, 2026
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Featured July 25, 2026 -Featured MPUSD Preschool Tours
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July 25, 2026 -Rainbow Playgroup
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July 25, 2026 -Mindfulness Tour at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve
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Featured July 25, 2026 -Featured Night Hikes in Carmel Valley
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, […]
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.
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 […]
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, […]
Sunday, July 26, 2026
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July 26, 2026 -BMX Racing – Manzanita Park BMX
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 & […]