Monarch Butterfly Season at Monarch Grove Sanctuary — Pacific Grove
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Monarch Butterfly Season at Monarch Grove Sanctuary — Pacific Grove
Free, all winter. Western monarchs are back at Pacific Grove's Monarch Grove Sanctuary, and this is a lean year: last season's count was 228 butterflies, against 15,960 in a good year. The trick is timing. In cold air the monarchs cluster on the branches and look like dead leaves — easy to walk past. Once […]
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.
Streets of Bethlehem
Step into the heart of the Christmas story with an immersive living nativity experience. Wander through a re-creation of the town of Bethlehem on the night Jesus was born—complete with over 100 costumed actors, live animals, and interactive Bethlehem marketplace booths. Follow along with Mary and Joseph as they search for a place to stay, […]
Monday, November 30, 2026
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November 30, 2026 -Storytime at Earthbound Farm Stand
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November 30, 2026 -Pacific Grove Tree Lighting 2026
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.
Pacific Grove Tree Lighting 2026
Come and join us at Pacific Grove's official 2026 Christmas Tree Lighting celebration at Jewell Park. Festivities at Jewell Park include live entertainment by school bands and choruses beginning at 4:30 pm, followed by caroling and refreshments at Jewell Park. The tree lighting is at 6:00 pm followed by Santa’s visit at the Pacific Grove Museum […]
Tuesday, December 1, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, December 2, 2026
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December 2, 2026 -Sensory Story Time
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December 2, 2026 -Storytime in Gonzales
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December 2, 2026 -Craftnovation at Buena Vista Branch Library
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December 2, 2026 -Seaside Library Mending Circle
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 Story Time at Olivia & Daisy Bookstore in Carmel Valley! 🗓 When: First Wednesday of the month (7/2/25) ⏰ Time: 10:30 AM 📍 Where: Olivia […]
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.
Seaside Library Mending Circle
Learn basic sewing techniques from staff, limited supplies provided, use a sewing machine, meet others working on sewing projects. All for free on the first Wednesday of the month: September 2, October 7, November 4, December 2.
Thursday, December 3, 2026
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December 3, 2026 -Postpartum Wellness Group
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December 3, 2026 -Seaside Farmers’ Market
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December 3, 2026 -Storytime Jamboree
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December 3, 2026 -Pacific Grove Holiday Parade of Lights
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December 3, 2026 -Pacific Grove Holiday Parade of Lights
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.
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. […]
Pacific Grove Holiday Parade of Lights
The lighted parade on Lighthouse Avenue in downtown Pacific Grove will feature marching bands, holiday floats, dance teams, equestrian groups, and of course, Santa Claus. After the parade, stores will remain open for holiday shopping, photos with Santa, and carolers. Event begins at 6pm RAIN or SHINE!
Pacific Grove Holiday Parade of Lights
This year's theme is A Storybook Christmas. Held in downtown Pacific Grove, rain or shine.
Friday, December 4, 2026
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December 4, 2026 -Volunteer Day at Asilomar Beach
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December 4, 2026 -Storytime in Monterey
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December 4, 2026 -Holiday Tree and Menorah Lighting Celebration in Carmel
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December 4, 2026 -Night Market 831
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December 4, 2026 -Greenfield 2026 Holiday Celebration
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Featured December 4, 2026 -Featured Traditional Tree Lighting on Colton Hall Lawn 2026
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December 4, 2026 -City of Marina Tree Lighting 2026
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December 4, 2026 -The 1970’s Jazz-Rock Revue Band
Volunteer Day at Asilomar Beach
Weekly volunteer day at Asilomar State Beach in Pacific Grove. Restore dunes and pine forest by planting natives, weeding, and watering. Family-friendly; tools provided. Help us restore the beautiful Asilomar […]
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 […]
Holiday Tree and Menorah Lighting Celebration in Carmel
The annual City Holiday Tree and Menorah Lighting Celebration is held at Devendorf Park on Ocean Avenue between Junipero and Mission, followed by the Carmel Plaza Holiday Open House. 3:30 […]
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.
Greenfield 2026 Holiday Celebration
Park celebration, tree lighting at 7:00 PM, holiday parade 6-6:40 PM. For more info contact jperez@ci.greenfield.ca.us or 831-236-1230.
Traditional Tree Lighting on Colton Hall Lawn 2026
All are cordially invited to the Historic Downtown Monterey Traditional Tree Lighting Celebration on Friday, December 4, 5pm-6pm. Join us on the lawn in front of Colton Hall by candlelight to share in this much-loved holiday celebration. Enjoy cookies, cider, live music and caroling, and the lighting of the tree to bring in the holiday […]
City of Marina Tree Lighting 2026
Get ready for an evening of holiday magic in Marina! Gather your family and friends and join the City of Marina and The Marina Foundation for our annual Christmas Tree […]
The 1970’s Jazz-Rock Revue Band
If you wish the era of 1970’s jazz-rock and progressive rock never ended, then this is the band for you! Joshua Cedar (guitar) transcribed and charted some of the most […]
Saturday, December 5, 2026
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December 5, 2026 -Early Bird Tour at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve
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December 5, 2026In-Store Kids Workshops – Home Depot
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December 5, 2026 -King City Holiday Market
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December 5, 2026 -45th Annual Winterfest
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December 5, 2026 -Open House at the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum
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December 5, 2026 -First Saturday Book Sale in Pacific Grove
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December 5, 2026 -First Saturday Book Sale in Pacific Grove
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December 5, 2026 -Teen Dungeons and Dragons in Pacific Grove
Early Bird Tour at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve
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 […]
In-Store Kids Workshops – Home Depot
Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last.
King City Holiday Market
Food, crafts, and gifts. Holiday magic awaits. For more info email: atrujillo@kingcity.com.
45th Annual Winterfest
Fun event for the whole family! Come enjoy a festive outing where you're sure to feel holiday cheer. Free Admission, $2 tickets interchangeable across event, children's store, silent auction, games, […]
Open House at the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum
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 […]
First Saturday Book Sale in Pacific Grove
PGPL Friends & Foundation holds the “First Saturday Book Sale” on the first Saturday of the month, 10am - 2pm at St. Mary's Church. The Bookstore at St. Mary's is open […]
First Saturday Book Sale in Pacific Grove
Book sale at the Pacific Grove Public Library Friends Used Book Store, offering books, puzzles, DVDs, and more. Proceeds support the library. Friends members get 50% off.
Teen Dungeons and Dragons in Pacific Grove
Join the fun for a basic game of Dungeons and Dragons. Let your imagination run wild. Sessions will take place in the Little House in Jewell Park. Held October 17 […]
Sunday, December 6, 2026
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December 6, 2026 -Open House at the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum
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December 6, 2026 -BMX Racing – Manzanita Park BMX
Open House at the Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum
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 […]
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, […]