BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Santa Cruz Parent - ECPv6.7.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Santa Cruz Parent X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://santacruzparent.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Santa Cruz Parent REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250326 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250327 DTSTAMP:20260406T040312 CREATED:20250312T014956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T184701Z UID:10049558-1742947200-1743033599@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Apply Today Watsonville Wetlands Paid Internship DESCRIPTION:Watsonville Wetlands Paid Internship\nApply today! \nWe offer a year long paid climate action internship opportunity for public high school students in Watsonville for the 2025-26 school year. \nEarn a stipend\, gain job skills\, build your resume\, and connect with your community. \nApply today! \n\nCall (831) 728-1156 for immediate information.\nEmail:  jose.wetlandswatch@gmail.com  or  info@watsonvillewetlandswatch.org\n\n  \nOfrecemos una oportunidad de pasantía remunerada de un año en acción climática para estudiantes de escuelas secundarias públicas en Watsonville. \nReciba un estipendio\, adquiera habilidades laborales\, mejore su currículum y conéctese con su comunidad. \n¡Aplíquese hoy! URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/apply-today-watsonville-wetlands-paid-internship/2025-03-26/ LOCATION:Watsonville Wetlands Watch\, 500 Harkins Slough R\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076 CATEGORIES:Free Events,Teen Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/watsonville-wetlands-internship-e1741613357698.png ORGANIZER;CN="Watsonville Wetlands Watch":MAILTO:info@watsonvillewetlandswatch.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T040312 CREATED:20250313T014342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T015922Z UID:10050323-1742976000-1743008400@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Explore the Nature of Santa Cruz with the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History DESCRIPTION:March Nature Events at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\nExplore the nature of Santa Cruz — wherever you are! Connect with local experts and join your community in deepening understanding about nature\, science\, and stewardship online and in-person. Stay updated about upcoming events by signing up for our newsletter. \n3/7 Spring has Sprung for March’s First Friday  Get to know Santa Cruz’s WILD SIDE at the Museum of Natural History. Nerd out on your night out during monthly after-hours events\, featuring rotating … Read more \n3/12 The Furtive Flora & Fauna of the Santa Cruz Sandhills  Spring has sprung and Santa Cruz is soon to be in full bloom! So\, there is no one more qualified to share knowledge … Read more \n3/15 Saturday in the Soil  Join the Museum for a very special community gardening day\, as we team up with the Santa Cruz County Chapter of the California Native … Read more \n3/15 Wildflower Forms & Features in Watercolor  Celebrate Springtime by capturing the intricate beauty of wildflowers with watercolors! Spotlighting local Santa Cruz County flowers as models\, participants will learn how to paint … Read more \n\n3/19 Eyes of Water – The History of Santa Cruz’s Hidden Springs  Spring is more than just a season\, it’s also a source of water\, and we’ll be quenching your thirst for knowledge. Join authors … Read more \n\n3/22 – Behind-the-Scenes at a National Monument: A Cotoni-Coast Dairies Tour  Don’t miss this special\, limited-time opportunity for a private guided tour of the Cotoni-Coast Dairies National Monument – before it’s even open to … Read more \n[Sold Out] 3/23 Intro to Plein Air Painting – Sandhills  Go outside and learn to paint gouache and watercolor landscapes while surrounded by nature as inspiration. This open-air art workshop will teach the … Read more \n3/26 Plein Air in Plain Sight – The Legacy of Santa Cruz Nature Painting   Santa Cruz has been an outdoor painting hotspot since the 1890’s\, well-known across the nation as a destination for exploring art while surrounded … Read more \n3/29 Horticulture Workshop: Living Springtime Wreath  Let’s get festive with native flowers\, succulents\, and air plants!  Celebrate Springtime and the wonder of wildflowers by crafting a living botanical wreath. This course will … Read more\n4/4 The Art of Nature: First Friday  Get to know Santa Cruz’s WILD SIDE at the Museum of Natural History! Nerd out on your night out during monthly after-hours events\, … Read more URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/explore-the-nature-of-santa-cruz-with-the-santa-cruz-museum-of-natural-history/2025-03-26/ LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Family Events,Volunteer Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/santa-cruz-museum-of-natural-history.png ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History":MAILTO:chris.soriano@santacruzmuseum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T040312 CREATED:20250305T152516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T005206Z UID:10048775-1742979600-1743012000@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:March is Hummingbird Month at the UCSC Arboretum & Botanical Garden DESCRIPTION:March is Hummingbird Month at the UCSC Arboretum & Botanical Garden\nDaily in March  \nThis time of year the Arboretum hosts both Anna’s and Allen’s hummingbirds\, the two most common species in Northern California. “The density of hummingbirds—the number per area in the Arboretum—is ridiculously high\,” says Bruce Lyon\, professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at UCSC. “You can watch them feeding on flowers\, you can watch their courtship\, you can watch them chasing different species. It’s a great opportunity to see some pretty amazing hummingbird biology.” \nIn celebration of this special time of year\, we invite you to visit the garden as much as possible! \nSee our webpage for a schedule of activities and more information about hummingbirds and the abundance of plants at the Arboretum that attract them. \nWe will also feature hummingbird merchandise and hummingbird attracting plants at our gift shop and nursery. Visit Norrie’s Gift & Garden Shop\, Tuesdays thru Sundays from 10 – 4. For more information visit: https://arboretum.ucsc.edu/shop/index.html \nAll events are free with paid admission: Adults: $10\, Seniors $8 and Youth 4-17 $5. Rain cancels outdoor activities. \nCurrent members are always free and enjoy other great benefits year-round! Join Today! \n\nCalendar of events for 2025\n3/1/25:    First Saturday Tour ~ Birds & Blooms with Clive Bagshaw 11am \n3/4/25:    Community Day – Free Admission to all (self-guided exploration) 9am-5pm \n3/8/25:    Meet with Kevin Lohman in the garden: tips & tricks for photographing birds (informal) 9-11am \n3/15/25:  Early Bird Members Hours: members-only early access (self-guided exploration) 7-9am \n3/16/25:  Lecture: Encouraging Conservation Through Wildlife Photography with Kevin Lohman 1pm \n3/30/25:  Lecture: Jewels in the garden: a Darwinian natural history of hummingbirds with Bruce Lyon 1pm \nSee our guest lecturer bios and additional event information in the March Is Hummingbird Month email update. \n\nLearn more about hummingbirds: \n\n\nPlant List PDF\nHummingbird Facts\nTips for Hummingbird Gardens\nHummingbird Coloring Pages\n\n  URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/march-is-humminbird-month-at-the-ucsc-arboretum-and-botanical-garden/2025-03-26/ LOCATION:UCSC Arboretum\, 120 Arboretum Road\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95064\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Family Events,Parks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/lookout-hbird-png-2-e1741188032282.png ORGANIZER;CN="UCSC Arboretum &%3B Botanic Garden":MAILTO:lmmcnall@ucsc.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T040312 CREATED:20221014T080329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T080329Z UID:10034630-1742985000-1742990400@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:La Selva Beach Book Discussion Group DESCRIPTION:La Selva Beach Book Discussion Group\n\n2nd Thursdays\, 10:30an – 12pm \nThe LSB Adult Book Discussion group meets on the second Thursday of the month from 10:30a to 12:00p.  The group will meet virtually via Zoom during the remodel.  All adults are welcome. \nRegistration required: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/7587480 URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/la-selva-beach-book-discussion-group/2025-03-26/ LOCATION:La Selva Beach Library\, 316 Estrella Avenue\, La Selva Beach\, CA\, 95076\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Events,Library Ongoing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/library_booksale_books.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T111500 DTSTAMP:20260406T040312 CREATED:20241013T040651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241013T040651Z UID:10036591-1742986800-1742987700@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Storytime with Ivy DESCRIPTION:Storytime with Ivy\n\nLast Wednesday of the Month 11-11:15am\n\n\nJoin Ivy\, our children’s book buyer\, at 11:00 am on the last Wednesday of the month for a storytime presentation of some of her favorite picture books! Meet in the kids’ section. \n\n\n\n\nKids Event URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/stooorytime-with-ivy/2025-03-26/ LOCATION:Bookshop Santa Cruz\, 1520 Pacific Avenue\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Events,Free Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/boohshop-santa-cruz-storytime.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T040312 CREATED:20250305T153410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T153410Z UID:10048789-1742986800-1742990400@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Author Visit and Storytime with Nina Francisco DESCRIPTION:Author Visit and Storytime with Nina Francisco\nWednesday\, March 26\, 11am – 12pm \nJoin us for a special storytime at La Selva Beach Branch Library! Nina Francisco\, author of Sidivana and the Two Birds\, will be joining us to read her debut picture book. This enchanting story follows a young girl’s journey of self-discovery as she learns to embrace her unique gifts and see them as strengths. \nWe will follow the story with crafts. \nABOUT NINA FRANCISCO\nNina Francisco is a children’s book author from Angola based in California. She is a graduate of Pepperdine University and holds a Master’s in Social Entrepreneurship. Sidivana and the Two Birds is her debut self-published book. URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/author-visit-and-storytime-with-nina-francisco/ LOCATION:La Selva Beach Library\, 316 Estrella Avenue\, La Selva Beach\, CA\, 95076\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Events,Free Events,Library Special ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/sidivana-and-the-two-birds-fb-event-e1741188681891.png ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T040312 CREATED:20200608T050351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T185602Z UID:10037803-1742994000-1743008400@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Downtown Farmers Market 2022 DESCRIPTION:Downtown Farmers Market\nWednesdays\, May – Oct 1 – 6pm; Nov – April 1 – 5pm \nThe Downtown Santa Cruz Market runs year-round on Wednesdays\, 1-6pm May through October and 1-5pm November through April. Our largest and oldest market\, it is situated in the heart of Downtown Santa Cruz\, one block off of Pacific Avenue. Established in 1990\, many of the farms that sell here were and remain pillars of the organic and ecological farming movement. This is the place to eat with the seasons! The variety of fruits\, vegetables\, flowers\, pastured meats and other products is swoon worthy. \nThe Downtown Market also spotlights a large variety of up-and-coming\, unique cultural food businesses. This weekly spot may serve up the most diverse selection of ethnic foods in the county including momo\, naan and curry\, Japanese fermented misos\, Eritrean dishes\, crepes\, El Salvadorean pupusas\, traditional Italian cookies\, fish and chips and long-ferment fresh breads. Shopping at the Wednesday market is a wonderful way to support regional responsible farms and small local businesses. Fill your grocery bags! Then sit down for a delightful meal and rest your weary arms. \n  URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/downtown-farmers-market/2025-03-26/ LOCATION:Downtown Farmers Market\, Cedar St & Lincoln St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events,Farmers Markets & Farms ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/downtown-farmers-market-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T040312 CREATED:20250325T234402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T012841Z UID:10050514-1743001200-1743004800@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Tales 2 Tails Scotts Valley DESCRIPTION:Tales 2 Tails Scotts Valley\n4th Wednesdays 3 – 4pm\, March 26 -May 28 \nTales to Tails is a literacy program designed to help children improve their reading skills by providing them the opportunity to read to certified therapy dogs. Programs like Tales to Tails have been implemented nationally in both libraries and schools and have proven to be extremely effective in increasing the self-confidence and reading abilities of the participants. \nAges 6 – 11 \nCall 831-427-7713 to make a 20-minute appointment at the Scotts Valley branch at either 3pm\, 3:20pm or 3:40pm on the fourth Wednesday of every month. We and our furry friends look forward to seeing you there! \nOther Library Branches Offering Tales 2 Tails – https://loom.ly/SkbcHxE URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/tales-2-tails-scotts-valley/2025-03-26/ LOCATION:Scotts Valley Library\, 251 Kings Village Road\, Scotts Valley\, CA\, 95066\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/library-tales-2-tails-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T163000 DTSTAMP:20260406T040312 CREATED:20250326T015917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T020508Z UID:10024319-1743003000-1743006600@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Tales 2 Tails Aptos DESCRIPTION:Tales 2 Tails Aptos\nWednesdays 3:30 – 4:30 through July 9 \nTrained therapy dogs will be available at the Library to be attentive reading partners for children reading aloud. \nChild must be 6-17 years old\, and already reading to some degree. \nOur volunteer handlers are there to provide support but are not trained reading instructors. \nAppointments are required\, please contact 831-427-7713 to make yours now. \nIf you have questions\, e-mail rammerr@santacruzpl.org \nPlease Call 831-427-7713 to register.  https://loom.ly/SkbcHxE URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/tales-2-tails-aptos-2/2025-03-26/ LOCATION:Aptos Public Library\, 7695 Soquel Drive\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Library Ongoing,Library Special ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/library-tales-2-tails-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T164500 DTSTAMP:20260406T040312 CREATED:20241104T012218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T041323Z UID:10036945-1743004800-1743007500@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Super Tots Winter Sports Ages 3 to 5 Simpkins DESCRIPTION:Super Tots Winter Sports Ages 3 to 5\nSimpkins\, Wednesdays 4-4:45pm\, Session Start Days: Dec 4\, Jan 8\, Feb 5\, Mar 5\, April 2\nBen Lomond\, Thursdays 3-3:45pm\, Session Start Days:Dec 5\, Jan 9\, Feb 6\, Mar 6\, April 3 \nJoin us for fun and active Super Winter Tots sports! \n\nThe Santa Cruz County Parks Department is excited to offer our indoor Super Tots winter sports programs for children ages 3-5! Each month\, we focus on a different sport\, helping your little ones develop skills\, stay active and have fun. Please see program details by location below. \nWinter Sports Schedule: Simpkins Family Swim Center\,  A and B Community Salon\, 979 17th Ave.\, Santa Cruz\nWednesdays\, 4 – 4:45pm\n• Dodgeball: December 4 – December 18\n• Yoga: January 8 – January 29\n• Basketball: February 5 – February 26\n• Flip Class: March 5 – March 26\n• Skills and drills: April 2 – April 30 \n\nWinter Sports Schedule: Highlands County Park\,  Highlands House\, 8500 CA-9\, Ben Lomond\nThursdays\, 3 – 3:45pm\n\n\n• Dance: December 5 – December 19\n• Flip Class: January 9 – January 30\n• Yoga: February 6 – February 27\n• Skills & Exercise: March 6 – March 27\n\n• Basketball: April 3 – May 1 \nRegistration information: Spaces are limited so be sure to sign up early! For more details or to register\, please visit our website at SCPARKS.COM  or call us at (831) 454-7901 \n\n\nPhone:  (831) 454-7901 (General);  (831) 454-7941 (Registrations)\, Monday – Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM\, except holidays\n\n\n\n\nEmail:  parksinfo@parks.santacruzcountyca.gov (General);  rec@parks.santacruzcountyca.gov (Registrations) URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/super-tots-winter-sports-ages-3-5-ben-lomond-2/2025-03-26/ LOCATION:Simpkins Family Swim Center\, 979 17th Ave\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States CATEGORIES:Camp/Class Starts,Classes,Parks,Sports & Races ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/scc-parks-super-tots-e1730595334309.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250326T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T040313 CREATED:20210127T014144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220620T210521Z UID:10038758-1743012000-1743012000@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Reading in the Redwoods Book Club DESCRIPTION:Reading in the Redwoods\n4th Wednesday\, 6 – 7:30pm \nFelton – Virtual Book Discussion \nThe book for June is The Red Tent\, by Anita Diamant. The Red Tent is a reimagining of the story of Dinah\, the only daughter of Jacob\, the man who\, according to the Bible wrestled an angel and won the name ‘Israel’ and whose 12 sons became the 12 tribes of Israel. \nReading in the Redwoods book group meets monthly on the 4th Wednesday at 6:00 pm. Registration is required to get the Zoom invite. \nRegistration is required. There are 8 seats available. https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/8993008 \n6121 Gushee Street URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/reading-in-the-redwoods-book-club/2025-03-26/ LOCATION:Virtual\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Library Ongoing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/felton-library.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR