Events
See below for a list of upcoming local events that promote wellness or provide mental health information.
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Banding Together Mini Music Festival Fundraiser
Hosting Organization: Community Human Services
In support of community programs for Mental Health Substance Use Disorders and Homelessness, Community Human Services presents Banding Together – A Mini-Music Festival Fundraiser. The festival will feature Rudians Sea.LVL and Friends J2. There will be food trucks, refreshments, and community speakers.
Location: Sand City Art Park
Date & Time: April 12th, 12:00-6:00PM
Cost: Suggested $30 ticket donation
Learn More: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/banding-together-tickets-1262891284829
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Nature Journaling
Hosting Organization: Marina Library and Melida Nakagawa
Join instructor Melinda Nakagawa for a class that will change the way you look at the world around you. Melinda blends science, art and heart through nature journaling to awaken wonder and reverence for the natural world, inspire curiosity, and reconnect you with nature as well as your inner nature.
Location: Marina Library
190 Seaside Circle
Marina, California 93933Date & Time: Select Saturdays 10:30 am – 12 pm, January 4th, February 1st, March 1st, April 5th, and May 3rd
Cost: Free
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Maternal Wellness Group
Hosting Organization: The Birth Network of Monterey County
A partnership with Birth Network of Monterey County, this support group will offer childbirth programs, presentations & resources to the community.
Location: Buena Vista Library
18250 Tara Drive
Salinas, California 93908Date & Time: 2nd Friday and 4th Tuesday of every month from 10:30am-11:30am.
Cost: Free
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Veterans Resource Table
Hosting Organization: CalVet
Have you served? Do you know someone who has? Come to our Veterans Resource table in the lobby to learn more about benefits, housing, finding employment, and other resources for veterans. For additional resources, visit: calvet.ca.gov
Location: Marina Library
190 Seaside Circle
Marina, California 93933Date & Time: Thursdays 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Cost: Free
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Q-TURN
Hosting Organization: Epicenter
Drop-in peer-to-peer social support for LGBTQ+ youth and allies.
Location: 737 South Main Street Salinas, CA, 93901
Date & Time: Every Thursday between 12 p.m. and 5 p.m.
Cost: Free
Learn More: www.epicentermonterey.org
Contact: 1-831-998-7291
For additional resources please call 2-1-1 or visit Monterey County Behavioral Health.