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 21, 2026
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December 21, 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 22, 2026
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December 22, 2026 -Postpartum Wellness Group
Postpartum Wellness Group
The Birth Network of Monterey County presents a free community postpartum group in Salinas on the 4th Tuesday of every month.
Wednesday, December 23, 2026
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December 23, 2026 -Storytime in Gonzales
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.
Thursday, December 24, 2026
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December 24, 2026 -Seaside Farmers’ Market
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December 24, 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 […]
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, December 25, 2026
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December 25, 2026 -Volunteer Day at Asilomar Beach
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December 25, 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 […]
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 26, 2026
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December 26, 2026 -Rainbow Playgroup
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December 26, 2026 -Mindfulness Tour at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve
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 […]
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 […]
Sunday, December 27, 2026
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December 27, 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, […]