Military Families
Paso Robles is the Place for Family Fun
If you are looking to escape the fog of the Peninsula, Paso Robles is the place to go. Located less than 2 hours from Monterey, Paso Robles offers warmer temps, sun, and fun for the whole family. Read more
Five Reasons to Visit San Jose (and one great reason to visit Gilroy!)
A 70 mile drive from Monterey, San Jose offers all sorts of opportunities for military families to enjoy recreation, shopping, and dining. Read more
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California Must See's for Monterey Military Families
We asked a new resident of the Golden State to share his favorite destinations so you can start a California travel bucket list. Read more
Monterey and Santa Cruz County Parks
Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties have lots of great parks and playgrounds. Here are our favorites! Read more
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Monterey County Recreation Departments Offer Inexpensive Family Fun
City recreation departments in Monterey, Pacific Grove, Seaside, Salinas, and Marina offer inexpensive activities for families. Read more
Ten Monterey County Not-To-Be-Missed Family Hikes
Here are ten local destinations in Monterey and Santa Cruz where your family can enjoy some outdoor time and a great walk! Read more
Monterey/Santa Cruz/San Jose Museums You'll Want to Visit
The next time your family is looking for a cultural fix, pick one of these museums for an afternoon of fun. Read more
Yearly Events You'll Want to Plan to Attend
Each year there are a variety of fun, family-friendly events happening throughout the area. Here are our favorites from the annual events planned for 2022-23. Read more
School Registration 101
Registering your children for transitional kindergarten or kindergarten isn’t as daunting as you might think. Read more
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Baby Rhyme Storytime
Please join the library for songs, rhymes, stories, and play tailored for children under 2 years. Every Thursday 11 am - 11:30 am. Read more
Mar 23, 2023
11:00 AM11:30 AM
Weekly Bingo & Dinner
Weekly bingo and dinner, every Thursday at the Monterey Moose Family Center. Read more
Mar 23, 2023
5:00 PM7:00 PM
DOWNTOWN SANTA CRUZ: DOWNTOWN FRIDAYS
Downtown Fridays mean free live bands at two or more Downtown locations, along with events, activities and Friday-only specials at dozens of Downtown restaurants, galleries, shops, salons and more, every Friday from January 13 through April 14. Read more
Mar 24, 2023
12:00 AM
Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Market
Head to the Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Market, open every Friday from 9am to 1pm in the lot behind CPK! Read more
Mar 24, 2023
9:00 AM1:00 PM
Storytime at the Farmstead
Bring your little ones, enjoy a snack from the cafe, and enjoy a break while we read a story. Held on Fridays. Read more
Mar 24, 2023
10:30 AM
Mom's Group (FREE)
For any parents who are raising a child of any age. Group is open to all genders. Read more
Mar 24, 2023
11:00 AM
Build it at the Library
Come to the library and build every fourth friday of the month! 3:30pm-4:30pm All ages welcome! Read more
Mar 24, 2023
3:30 PM4:30 PM
Covid-19 Vaccine Clinic
The city of Seaside announced that they will be hosting free COVID-19 vaccination clinics starting on Friday, Jan. 27, through March 24 at the Oldemeyer Center. Walk-ins will begin at 3:30 p.m. and end at 6:30 p.m. Read more
Mar 24, 2023
3:30 PM6:30 PM