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.
Monday, August 3, 2026
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August 3, 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, August 4, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
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August 5, 2026 -Sensory Story Time
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August 5, 2026 -Storytime in Gonzales
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August 5, 2026 -Craftnovation at Buena Vista Branch Library
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August 5, 2026 -Reading Buddies in Monterey
Sensory Story Time
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 […]
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.
Craftnovation at Buena Vista Branch Library
Join us every first Wednesday of the month from 1:30pm to 2:30pm to create a fun craft.
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, August 6, 2026
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August 6, 2026 -Postpartum Wellness Group
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August 6, 2026 -STEAM Thursday
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August 6, 2026 -Seaside Farmers’ Market
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August 6, 2026 -Storytime Jamboree
Postpartum Wellness Group
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
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
Friday, August 7, 2026
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August 7, 2026 -Make and Take Crafts at MY Museum
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August 7, 2026 -Storytime in Monterey
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August 7, 2026 -Night Market 831
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.
Night Market 831
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.
Saturday, August 8, 2026
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August 8, 2026 -Dads Read
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August 8, 2026 -Pacific Biological Lab Tour and Open House
Dads Read
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
Pacific Biological Lab Tour and Open House
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.
Sunday, August 9, 2026
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August 9, 2026 -Downtown Antique Fair
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August 9, 2026 -Downtown Antique Fair
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August 9, 2026 -BMX Racing – Manzanita Park BMX
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August 9, 2026 -Second Sunday Artisan Faire
Downtown Antique Fair
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
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
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 & […]
Second Sunday Artisan Faire
Check out the local vendors and free live music on a Sunday afternoon at Abbott Square.