Seas the Summer
2026-10-11 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-10-17 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-10-18 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-10-24 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-10-25 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-10-31 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-11-01 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Join the Western Flyer Foundation for Seas the Summer, a free community event series taking place every Saturday and Sunday from August 1 through September 6, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. along the Moss Landing waterfront.
Enjoy a variety of hands-on art and science activities, free docked tours of the historic Western Flyer and Sunflower Star Laboratory, Saturday seminars with local experts, community outreach booths, local artists and vendors, and family-friendly activities celebrating the unique marine environment of Monterey Bay.
A special celebration featuring the Monterey Bay Fisheries Trust and Moss Landing Marine Laboratories will take place on Sunday, August 30, including a free uni tasting for guests 18 and older.
Location: Woodward Marine Market, 10932 Clam Way, Moss Landing, CA 95039
Admission is free. For the full event lineup and to learn more visit www.westernflyer.org/events or follow @westernflyerfoundation on Instagram.

Creative Research Lab
2026-10-13 13:00 - 2026-12-03 14:00, 2026-10-15 13:00 - 2026-12-05 14:00, 2026-10-20 13:00 - 2026-12-10 14:00, 2026-10-22 13:00 - 2026-12-12 14:00, 2026-10-27 13:00 - 2026-12-17 14:00, 2026-10-29 13:00 - 2026-12-19 14:00 | Play Full Ground, 550 Lighthouse Avenue, Suite E, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Creative Research Lab is an 8-week studio residency for teens ages 13–19 at Play Full Ground’s Dream Lab in Monterey.
Through guided inquiry, creative experimentation, group critique, and one-on-one mentorship, participants develop an original project rooted in their own interests, questions, and artistic practices. The program supports emerging artists, makers, and creative thinkers in deepening their research process while building confidence, critical thinking skills, and a sustainable creative practice.
The residency culminates in a public showcase of participant work.
Dates: September 8–October 29, 2026
Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:00–3:00 PM
Location: Play Full Ground Dream Lab, Monterey
Tuition: $850 (sliding scale available)
Registration Deadline: September 1, 2026
Enrollment: Limited to 3–5 participants
For more information or to schedule a studio visit:
hello@playfullground.com

Toddler Gymnastics
2026-10-14 10:15 - 10:45, 2026-10-21 10:15 - 10:45, 2026-10-28 10:15 - 10:45 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Join us on Wednesdays as we partner with Shea’s Gymnastics
Toddlers will learn about the basics of gymnastics through games and movement in this fun and engaging Caregiver & Me program.
Recommended for children ages 2-5.
Fee: Included with daily admission.

Make & Take Crafts
2026-10-15 10:15 - 10:45, 2026-10-22 10:15 - 10:45, 2026-10-29 10:15 - 10:45 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Get crafty with us on Thursday mornings!
Art making plays a central role in cognitive, motor, language, and social-emotional development. Enjoy creative exploration and make something fun to take home, too.
Recommended for children ages 2 and older.
Fee: Included with daily admission. free admission for members.

Miss Sarah Sunshine
2026-10-16 10:15 - 11:00, 2026-10-23 10:15 - 11:00, 2026-10-30 10:15 - 11:00 | MY Museum, 425 Washington Street, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Please join our very own local celebrity, Miss Sarah Sunshine from It’s Circle Time, every Friday from 10:15 to 11:00 at MY Museum.
This educational and fun program will include singing, dancing, stories, and much more.
It’s Circle Time is a playful learning space where songs, stories, and meaningful connections come together. Designed for young children and the adults who love them, their content supports early literacy, emotional growth, and joyful learning—one circle at a time.
Fee: Included with daily admission, free admission for members.

Paper Wing Theatre: Jagged Little Pill
2026-10-16 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-10-17 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-10-23 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-10-24 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-10-30 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-10-31 19:30 - 21:00 | Paper Wing Theatre 711 Cannery Row Suite I Monterey, Ca. 93940, 711 Canner Row Suite I, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Jagged Little Pill is a powerful and emotionally charged musical inspired by the iconic album by Alanis Morissette. With a compelling story by Academy Award–winning writer Diablo Cody and music that defined a generation, this groundbreaking show explores the complexities of modern life with raw honesty and unforgettable songs.
Set in a seemingly picture-perfect suburban home, the story follows the Healy family as they navigate love, secrets, and the pressures of keeping up appearances. Beneath the surface, each family member is struggling with their own challenges, addiction, identity, trauma, and the search for connection. As their carefully constructed world begins to unravel, they must confront uncomfortable truths and discover what it really means to heal.
Featuring electrifying performances of Morissette’s beloved hits, including “You Oughta Know,” “Hand in My Pocket,” and “Ironic”, Jagged Little Pill blends rock concert energy with deeply human storytelling. Bold, moving, and intensely relevant, this Tony and Grammy Award–winning musical shines a spotlight on resilience, empathy, and the power of community.
Recommended for mature audiences due to strong language and adult themes.

Celebrate 60 Years of Chamber Music Monterey Bay
2026-10-22 17:00 - 19:30 | Carmel Woman’s Club, 9th Ave, Carmel, 93923
For 60 years, Chamber Music Monterey Bay has enriched the cultural life of the Monterey Peninsula through exceptional performances and unforgettable musical experiences.
Join us on Thursday, Oct. 22, for The Universe in Music, a special evening celebrating the launch of our 60th Anniversary Season at the Carmel Woman’s Club.
Tickets: $60
Reserve your tickets today at www.chambermusicmontereybay.org

Sunset Center Launches “Century of Creativity”
2026-10-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Sunset Center, San Carlos St at Ninth Ave, Carmel by the Sea, CA, 93921
Sunset Center Launches “Century of Creativity,” a Five-Year Journey to Its Theater’s Centennial in 2031 Carmel-by-the-Sea landmark marks the 100th anniversary of its original 1926 building with an August 26 ribbon-cutting, followed by a free community celebration on October 25
CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA, CA — Sunset Center, a cornerstone of arts and culture on the Monterey Peninsula, will launch Century of Creativity — a five-year community campaign (2026–2031) honoring the Center’s remarkable evolution from schoolhouse to performing arts landmark — with a series of events beginning this fall. Sunset Center, together with the Carmel Chamber of Commerce, will host a press conference and ribbon-cutting on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, from 1 to 2 p.m., officially opening the campaign. Century of Creativity honors two milestones on one beloved campus. In 2026, the Center celebrates the 100th anniversary of its original 1926 building, the home of the former Sunset School, where generations of local families learned, grew, and — for many — stepped onto a stage for the very first time. In 2031, the campaign culminates with 100 years of live performance in the theater, whose landmark auditorium first opened its doors in 1931. Between now and then, every performance, exhibition, and gathering becomes part of one larger community story.
From its beginnings as a neighborhood school to its role today as a vibrant center for arts, culture, learning, and community, Sunset Center has been woven into the fabric of Carmel life for a century — and Century of Creativity invites the whole community to help write its next chapter.
“For 100 years, Sunset has brought people together. From its beginnings as a neighborhood school to the community gathering place it is today, generations have learned, performed, celebrated, and made lasting memories here. Our centennial is a chance to celebrate everyone who has been part of that story and to look forward to the next 100 years of creativity, connection, and community,” said Beth Bowman, Executive Director of Sunset Cultural Center.
The celebration continues with a free, family-friendly Centennial Community Celebration on Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m. on the Sunset Center campus. Marking the first chapter of Century of Creativity, the afternoon will feature performances by resident companies, an open gallery, tenant open houses, and a photographic exhibit honoring the people and stories that have shaped the Center. Community members are invited to be part of Century of Creativity — by attending events, sharing a memory or photograph for the centennial archive, or volunteering. To RSVP for the August press conference, please email info@thebuzzpr.net or call (831) 747-7455. Follow the journey at sunsetcenter.org and join the conversation with #CenturyOfCreativity.
ABOUT SUNSET CULTURAL CENTER
Sunset Cultural Center is the Central Coast’s premier performing arts organization, located in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. Housed on the historic campus of the former Sunset School, the Center is home to a landmark theater and to resident and resident companies and partners including the Monterey Symphony, the Carmel Bach Festival, and the Center for Photographic Art. As a nonprofit cultural center, Sunset Center presents world-class performances and serves as a gathering place for learning, creativity, and community on the Monterey Peninsula.
