Week of Events
Dia de Los Muertos Community Altar
Participate in the annual community altar at the Marina Library. Bring a framed photo of a loved one or pet that has passed away and it will be displayed on the community altar. Submissions must be turned in no later than Nov.1 and should be picked up by Nov. 12. Call 831-883-7507 with questions.
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, November 9, 2026
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November 9, 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, November 10, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
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Featured November 11, 2026 -Featured Santa Catalina School Open House
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November 11, 2026 -Music With Mary Lee
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November 11, 2026 -Carmel Veterans Day Celebration
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November 11, 2026 -Storytime in Gonzales
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November 11, 2026 -After School Gaming at Seaside Branch Library
Santa Catalina School Open House
Come see how Santa Catalina prepares students to lead lives of meaning and purpose. Our co-ed Lower and Middle School (PreK–Grade 8) and all-girls Upper School (Grades 9-12) are holding […]
Carmel Veterans Day Celebration
Military officials and city dignitaries, including the mayor, gather in Devendorf Park to honor Veterans of the nation’s wars with a ceremony and speeches. Afterward, the American Legion Post in […]
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.
After School Gaming at Seaside Branch Library
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.
Thursday, November 12, 2026
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November 12, 2026 -Seaside Farmers’ Market
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November 12, 2026 -Paws to Read in Monterey
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November 12, 2026 -Storytime Jamboree
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 […]
Paws to Read in Monterey
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. […]
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, November 13, 2026
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November 13, 2026 -Postpartum Wellness Group
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November 13, 2026 -Storytime in Monterey
Postpartum Wellness Group
The Birth Network of Monterey County presents a free community postpartum group in Salinas on the 2nd Friday of every month.
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.
Saturday, November 14, 2026
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November 14, 2026 -Volunteer Day at Carmel River State Beach
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November 14, 2026 -Expanding Your Horizons: STEM Conference for Girls in 5th-10th Grade
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November 14, 2026 -Dads Read
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November 14, 2026 -Pacific Biological Lab Tour and Open House
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November 14, 2026 -Repair Fair
Volunteer Day at Carmel River State Beach
Volunteer in YOUR state parks! Join California State Parks for a family-friendly volunteer day at Carmel River State Beach every 2nd Saturday of the month. WHAT: Help us restore the iconic bluffs and beaches of Carmel River State Beach! Projects vary each month but may include planting native plants, weeding invasive plants, watering restoration sites, […]
Expanding Your Horizons: STEM Conference for Girls in 5th-10th Grade
EYH STEM Conference for Girls 5th-10th grade is almost here! This FREE day-long event for girls in grades 5-10 includes: Hands-on activities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) presented by local organizations. Meet and greet 'Career Fair' where girls can meet and engage with women working locally in STEM fields, and learn what they […]
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. […]
Repair Fair
Repairing things is a convservation action! Bring your torn, broken, worn-out stuff to this free, family-friendly, hands-on event at the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History. Community experts will help you learn some basic skill in mending jeans, darning socks, repairing holiday lights, fixing bikes in a drop-in workshop.
Sunday, November 15, 2026
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November 15, 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, […]