Events

Weekly Fencing Classes for Youth and Adults Beginning Fencing Youth (9-13 years old): Tuesdays 6:30pm-8:00 Open Fencing: Tuesdays: 8:00-9:30pm Adult Fencing: Thursdays 6:30-8:00. Contact:  robin@monarchfencing.com More information and an online waiver can be found at www.monarchfencing.com Veterans Memorial Building, 846 Front St., Santa Cruz  

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts! Wednesdays 10 - 11am Come join us at the Sanctuary Exploration Center across from the Santa Cruz Wharf each Wednesday morning to do some ocean-themed crafts, listen to a story, and explore the Exploration Center!

Positive Discipline Class for Young, First Time, Teen Parents 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬, 𝟏𝟏𝐚𝐦-𝟏𝟐:𝟑𝟎𝐩𝐦 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 22 - 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 29  𝟏𝟏𝐚𝐦-𝟏𝟐:𝟑𝟎𝐩𝐦 Teen parents Young parents First time parents Caregivers with littles 5 and under are encouraged to join this special IN-PERSON Positive Discipline class. Two classes on the same day/at the same time in English and Spanish Spread the […]

A great selection of local artisan foodstuffs, delicious baked goods, and currently many unique, high quality options for grab-and-go lunch and dinner.

Dads Support Group Wednesdays 7 - 8pm Join us in this group of fathers where you will find a community to share the challenges and joys of being a father. The topics covered will be guided according to the needs and interests of the parents. The group will be relaxed, confidential, and facilitated by a […]

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

BIPOC Hours and Bonfire Talks Monthly, 3rd Thursdays, 4 - 6:30pm Check out the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History during special extended hours for our BIPOC community, then walk over to the beach to enjoy time together around the fire learning about historic or significant BIPOC figures, amazing natural wonders or discussion of issues […]

Santa Cruz SPCA PRETEEN PAWS Program Tier 2 Thursdays 4 - 6pm, March 9, 16 & 23 Promoting Animal Welfare with Students Preteen PAWS Tier 2 is for students 10-12 years old. The program builds upon the children’s knowledge and skills from PAWS Tier 1. It runs for three weeks and develops the children’s awareness […]

AFE Open Houses Monday, February 6, 6:30 - 8pm & Thursday, March 16, 6:30 - pm Alternative Family Education (AFE) is a public alternative SCCS K-12 homeschool program on the BSSC campus. "I can’t say enough about how amazing AFE has been for our family and how it completely changed my son’s relationship to learning. […]

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

New Support Group Stillbirth & Infant Loss Support Join us on the 1st and 3rd Friday, 11am - 12:30pm, beginning June 17 This support group is for parents who have experienced stillbirth or early infant loss. Our group is here to provide support and connection to parents as we know losing a baby can be […]

Make and Explore  Live Oak Library Fridays, 3 - 4:30pm through April 28 Every week we will have a new project idea for you to build or explore. Projects will include Science, Arts & Crafts, Model building, and Exploration of the environment around us. Please allow at least 30 minutes to complete a project. Children under […]

Friday Pet Food Pantry Fridays 2-5pm Just a friendly reminder that our Pet Food Pantry is still happening every Friday from 3-5pm! Donate anytime!

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

Ninety vendors, of which most are certified organic or use sustainable farming methods, offer pastured grass fed meats and poultry, sustainable fish, oysters, handcrafted cheeses....

The market showcases a great selection of 100% certified organic produce, artisan foods, wine, body products, tinctures, sustainable seafood, pasture raised meats, flowers and eggs along with cook-to-order cuisine, live local music and full espresso bar

Santa Cruz Math Circle Saturdays 10am - 12pm, February 11 - March 25 Does your student love math? Then the Santa Cruz Math Circle is a great opportunity to explore challenging and fun mathematics with kids from across the county. The Santa Cruz Math Circle is for students in grades 5 through 8 to meet […]

Saturdays in the Soil Saturday, March 18, 10am - noon It’s time to get your hands dirty! Learn about local ecology, native plants, and sustainable gardening while coming together as a community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A-Park program. Every third Saturday at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History Email volunteer@santacruzmuseum.org to […]

Family Fun Birding at Struve Slough Saturday, March 18, 10am - noon For this month’s Family Fun event, we will be exploring the birds at Struve Slough! Museum Staff will bring binoculars for each participant and share tips for identifying birds during this walk. Free | Space is limited, please register for the event and […]

Children and Young Adult Book Sale Scotts Valley Branch Library Saturday, March 18 from 10am - 2pm Children and young adult gently used books are priced $1 - $3 each. Saturday, March 18 from 10am - 2pm in the Fireside Room at the Scotts Valley Library. All proceeds go to fund programs at the Scotts […]

Summer Camp Board Game Festival Saturday, March 18, 10am - 1pm Back by popular demand! The MOD will be holding our oh-so popular Summer Camp festival again this year on Saturday, March 18 between 10 am and 1 pm. Head into the MOD to meet the array of wonderful summer camp vendors, and start your […]

Daughters and Sons of the Beach Ukele Jam Saturdays, 10am - 12pm Strum Along every Saturday 10am -12pm, on the beach behind the Crow's Nest Upcoming Uke Song List Strum Along every Wed 3:30 pm, on the beach behind the Crow's Nest Oldies but Goodies Movie Clips Search SOB old handouts   Sons of the Beach […]

Familypower: Prevención del bullying para niños de 7 a 12 años con sus adultos Saturday, March 1, 12 - 1pm Aprende y practica habilidades apropiadas para su edad, que los niños podrán aplicar de inmediato para prevenir, evitar o afrontar el bullying.

North County, Advisory Council For Teens (ACT) Every 3rd Saturday through September 16 Advisory Council of Teens (ACT) is the SCPL young adult advisory group. ACT is open to all young adults in Scotts Valley and the San Lorenzo Valley. The main focus of the ACT is young adult services, including programs, events, spaces, and […]

Santa Cruz Warriors Home Games 2022:  Saturday, November 5;  Sunday, December 11;  Thursday, December 29;  Friday, December 30 2023: Saturday, March 18;  Saturday, March 25 The Warriors will be celebrating with six home games in their 10th season in Santa Cruz  and will continue to have a giveaway for the first 1,000 fans in attendance […]

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

Organic produce from local farms, tree ripened fruits, dried fruit and nuts, fresh bread, pastries, seafood, pasture-raised organic meats and more

The Farm & Garden Market is a small, friendly, open air market made up of local farmers and gardeners who grow within about a five mile radius of Corralitos. Seasonally we have the tastiest strawberries, blueberries, cherries, lemons, tomatoes, herbs, squash, potatoes, carrots, peas, beets, and avocados, as well as a variety of other fruits, […]

Animation Workshop Sunday, March 19, 1 - 4pm Create and bring your stories to life! Work as part of a team and make friends who share your interests as you explore digital animation software. This FREE 1 day workshop will walk you through story ideas, storyboarding, animation software, and creating your final video. All equipment […]

Ranch House Tour Sunday, March 19, 1 - 3pm Within These Walls: Ranch House Tour. Join Park Docent Richard James on a tour of the Ranch house. Learn about its history from the Watermelon King to Sun-Kissed Ranch, Sunset Magazine, and beyond. This informative tour will give you the opportunity to find out about four […]

Advisory Council of Teens Downtown Library Monthly 3rd Sundays, 2 - 4pm Advisory Council of Teens (ACT) is the SCPL young adult advisory group. ACT is open to all Santa Cruz County young adults, ages 12-18. The main focus of the ACT is young adult services, including programs, events, spaces, and policies. This is a […]