Monarch Butterfly Season at Monarch Grove Sanctuary — Pacific Grove
Monarch Butterfly 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.
Monday, December 7, 2026
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December 7, 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, December 8, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, December 9, 2026
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December 9, 2026 -Music With Mary Lee
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December 9, 2026 -Storytime in Gonzales
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December 9, 2026 -After School Gaming at Seaside Branch Library
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December 9, 2026 -Build a Stuffy Holiday Workshop in King City
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December 9, 2026 -Build a Stuffy Holiday Workshop in King City
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.
Build a Stuffy Holiday Workshop in King City
Open to kids ages 2-6 with their adult. Come build your own holiday stuffed animal and enjoy hot chocolate and a sweet treat. Select your stuffy at registration and it will be waiting for you. Cost is $25 per child and includes all supplies. Register online at www.kingcityrecreation.com.
Build a Stuffy Holiday Workshop in King City
Open to kids ages 2-6 and their adult. Come build your own holiday stuffed animal and enjoy hot chocolate and a sweet treat. Select your stuff at registration and it […]
Thursday, December 10, 2026
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December 10, 2026 -Seaside Farmers’ Market
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December 10, 2026 -Paws to Read in Monterey
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December 10, 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. Great for Kindergarten and up.
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, December 11, 2026
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December 11, 2026 -Volunteer Day at Asilomar Beach
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December 11, 2026 -Postpartum Wellness Group
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December 11, 2026 -Storytime in Monterey
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 dunes and pine forest and support restoration efforts across the Monterey area! Projects vary each week but may include planting native plants, weeding invasive plants, […]
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, December 12, 2026
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December 12, 2026 -Dads Read
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December 12, 2026 -Pacific Biological Lab Tour and Open House
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December 12, 2026 -Winter Craft and Business Fair at Acton Academy Santa Cruz
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December 12, 2026 -Christmas Carol Sing Along in Marina
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December 12, 2026 -Santa Cruz Winter on the Wharf 2026
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.
Winter Craft and Business Fair at Acton Academy Santa Cruz
winter holiday 2026Find one-of-a-kind holiday gifts and support young entrepreneurs at the Winter Craft and Business Fair! Join Acton Academy Santa Cruz on Saturday, December 12, from 12 to 3 […]
Christmas Carol Sing Along in Marina
Marina High School choir members will lead participants in song. Free event, refreshments at intermission.
Santa Cruz Winter on the Wharf 2026
Free photo opportunities with Santa and Anna & Elsa, play in the snow "pit," letters to Santa, face paint, balloon animals, food and toy drive, and much more.
Sunday, December 13, 2026
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December 13, 2026 -Downtown Antique Fair
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December 13, 2026 -Downtown Antique Fair
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December 13, 2026 -BMX Racing – Manzanita Park BMX
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December 13, 2026 -Second Sunday Artisan Faire
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Featured December 13, 2026 -Featured Free Guitars United Recital in Marina
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! […]
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.
Free Guitars United Recital in Marina
Guitars United of Monterey County empowers residents of all ages through free guitar lessons taught by volunteer instructors. Open to all ages, refreshments provided. No registration required to attend concert.