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Winter Puzzle Exchange at Monterey Public Library 2026

 
1/31/26
 
Free
 
Monterey Public Library

Wintertime evokes early evenings, hot beverages, cozy blankets, and PUZZLES! On Saturday, January 31, 10am-1pm, bring your gently used puzzles to Monterey Public Library's Community Room and exchange them for another. What's old to you will be new to someone...

New Toy Area at Rosebuds Kids Co.

Monterey, CA

Rosebuds Kids Co. has a new children's toy area, located in the back of the shop at 535 Foam Street.

We have lots of gently loved toy cars, arts and crafts and educational toys, cute dolls, stuffed animals galore, games, puzzles, and books for all ages. We're open open Tue-Fri, 9am-4pm, and Sat, 10am-4pm.

Play Full Ground: Spring Studio Program Info Session

 
1/17/26
 
Free
 
Play Full Ground

You’re invited to Play Full Ground's Spring Studio Program Information Sessions and Conversations on January 17 & 24, 2pm-3:30pm.

Come meet artist and educator Mai Ryuno , learn about Play Full Ground's new studio programs for high-school aged students (independent study time, art/creativity classes, and afterschool art studio), and share what you're looking for in a creative learning space. Learn more.

Exciting New Programs at Play Full Ground in 2026

Monterey, CA

Play Full Ground is launching new part-time programs on January 26.

There will be part-time options for students in grades 9-12 to participate in art and creativity classes, enjoy independent study time in our comfortable space, or get involved in afterschool art programs.

These options are great for homeschoolers as well as students enrolled in public or private schools. Learn more.

Scoops Ice Cream Parlor Opens in Downtown Old Monterey

Monterey, CA

Scoops Ice Cream Parlor, a fun new dessert spot for all ages, has opened at 595 Munras Ave. An independent, family-owned business, they know how to do sweet treats right!

Exclusively serving Marianne's ice cream, they offer everything from simple scoops, milkshakes, and hot chocolate to wildly creative treats featuring clouds of freshly-spun cotton candy and more. It's a great indoor hangout for families, friends, and youth.

MY Museum Holiday Extravaganza 2025

 
12/14/25
 
 
MY Museum (Monterey County Youth Museum)

Join Monterey County Youth Museum for a Holiday Extravaganza on Dec. 14. Enjoy a holiday musical theater performance by the Dance Center, 10am-10:30am, followed by Little Sense Makers in our party room hosting sensory play, 10:30am-12pm. Reserve your spot now.

Noon Year's Eve Party at MY Museum 2025

 
12/31/25
 
$15/$25
 
MY Museum (Monterey County Youth Museum)

Ring in the New Year at a kid-friendly hour this year! Join MY Museum 10am-12pm for an unforgettable celebration complete with noisemakers, face painting, and party hats. Watch the Noon Year’s Ball light up as we countdown together. Reservations are required.

Holiday Card Printmaking Demo & Open House

 
12/13/25
 
 
Play Full Ground

Play Full Ground, a creativity-centered microschool and learning lab, is hosting a free holiday card printmaking demonstration and open house on Saturday, December 13, 1pm-3pm. All are welcome! Learn more.

Free Family Fun Day - Iluminado

 
12/6/25
 
Free
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Bring the whole family to Monterey Museum of Art for Free Family Fun Day on Saturday, December 6, 11am-3pm, and enjoy hands-on, Iluminado-inspired art activities designed for all ages. Explore creativity together, discover new ways to make and play, and...

Holiday Used Book Sale at Monterey Public Library - Fri & Sat

 
12/5/25
 
 
Monterey Public Library

Monterey Public Library Friends and Foundation is holding a Used Book Sale at the Library on Thu (12/4), 3pm-6pm, and Fri & Sat (12/5 & 12/6), 10am-4pm. Find gently used books in popular genres for adults and children and enjoy seasonal nibbles. Proceeds will benefit Monterey Public Library.

Holiday Used Book Sale at Monterey Public Library - Thursday

 
12/4/25
 
 
Monterey Public Library

Monterey Public Library Friends and Foundation is holding a Used Book Sale at the Library on Thu (12/4), 3pm-6pm, and Fri & Sat (12/5 & 12/6), 10am-4pm. Find gently used books in popular genres for adults and children and enjoy seasonal nibbles. Proceeds will benefit Monterey Public Library.

Ice Skating by the Bay 2025

 
11/21/25
 
$15/$13
 
Custom House Plaza

Celebrate the holidays at Ice Skating by the Bay's seasonal ice skating rink, open daily November 21 - January 4 . At Custom House Plaza, located behind Portola Hotel & Spa in Old Monterey, skaters can spend the day in a winter wonderland by the Bay.

Admission is $15 for adults, $13 for children 12 & under. Skate rental fee is $5.

Donate Gently Used Halloween Costumes to MY Museum

Monterey, CA

MY Museum is accepting gently used Halloween costumes in good condition for use in our theatre by little performers. Costumes can be dropped off at the museum during regular business hours, Wed-Sun, 10am-5pm. We're located at 425 Washington Street.

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