Women In Philanthropy's grant application opens August 1st! Open August 1, Close September 7 This year, two youth-focused nonprofits in Santa Cruz County will be awarded $20,000 each ($10,000 per year for two years) to support programs that help local young people thrive. Applications open August 1, 2026 and will be due by 5:00 pm […]
Women In Philanthropy's grant application opens August 1st! Open August 1, Close September 7 This year, two youth-focused nonprofits in Santa Cruz County will be awarded $20,000 each ($10,000 per year for two years) to support programs that help local young people thrive. Applications open August 1, 2026 and will be due by 5:00 pm […]
Parent Nest A Guided Play and Connection Series Fridays 10am Session 1: February 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th Session 2: March 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th Session 3: April 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th Session 4: May 1st ,8th, 15th, & 22nd Parenting is better together! If those early parenting days feel like a mix of wonder and […]
Little Discoverer Infant/Toddler Fridays Fridays 10:30-11am Make Fridays memorable with the Museum of Discovery's Infant Toddler Class—a fantastic blend of play, exploration, and social experiences. Located in the party room programming changes weekly offering magical experiences for you and your child. Free with daily admission and no pre-registration required Ages 0-3 years Join us and […]
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 […]
Knitting Group at Live Oak Library Fridays 11am - 1pm Come join our knitting event every Friday at Live Oak Library! If you're looking for something fun and relaxing to do, come knit with us! Bring your own yarn, knitting needles, and any other crafting materials you'd like. We welcome crochet and cross stitch enthusiasts […]
Preschool Storytime & Crafts Aptos Fridays, 11:30am - 12:30pm Join us for great stories and a fun craft. Ages 3-5 Drop-in, no registration required.
Jazz at the Library Friday 12 - 1pm, August 1 Join us at the Downtown Library and enjoy free jazz music by local musicians! In memory of her husband, bassist and jazz singer, Betty has created the William H. Nadeau Memorial Fund promoting and rewarding excellence in jazz performance. In partnering with the library, the […]
Stress and Digestion Friday, September 4, 1:30pm - 2:30pm How stress wrecks digestion and what you can do about it Fix Your Digestion, Boost Your Energy Learn how stress and imbalances affect digestion and discover tools to improve energy, weight, and well-being in this free talk with nutritionist Rebecca Hazelton. Are you tired of gas, […]
Lego Brick Builder Fridays Fridays, 3-4pm Calling All Master Builders! Get ready to unleash your creativity and engineering skills at the Children's Museum of Discovery's LEGO Challenge Build Event! This exciting event is perfect for LEGO fans of all ages. Here's what you can expect: A Fun Challenge: We'll have a special build theme announced […]
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!
First Friday Boulder Creek Sip & Savor 1st Fridays 5-8pm, through December 5 At First Friday in Boulder Creek, you can find unique arts and crafts at vendor booths throughout the downtown core, food trucks, and most months will include a special activity and/or kid zone on Forest St. Join us and our vendors on […]
Music in the Plaza 1st & 3rd Fridays 6-8pm, June 19 - September 4 Join us for our summer outdoor Music in the Plaza concert series! Come and enjoy an evening of music outdoors. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and picnics, then sit back and relax to the sounds of summer. A variety of bands […]
Adult Only Lego Night First Fridays, 6-9pm Want to feel like a kid again? It's the adult's turn with the LEGOs . Come to the Brick Lab for three hours of LEGO®-powered fun while you enjoy a kid-free evening. This is a monthly opportunity to make your inner child really happy. Each evening includes themed hands-on […]
Alasdair Fraser’s 43rd Annual Fiddle & Dance Extravaganza Friday, September 4, 6:30pm Doors/pre-show dance instruction; 7:30 showtime “A Night at the Dance” With Alasdair Fraser, Rakish, Rodney Miller and Jeffrey Spero, and the Valley of the Moon Ceilidh Band Tickets: http://santacruzca.gov/.../2026-Fiddle-and-Dance... Scottish Ceilidh with Summer McCall; New England Contra with Rodney Miller, Fiesta Castellana, with San Miguel […]
