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SUMMARY:Little Discoverer Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Little Discoverer Infant/Toddler Fridays\n\nFridays 10:30-11am \n\n\n\n\nMake 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree with daily admission and no pre-registration required \nAges 0-3 years  \nJoin us and experience: \n\nSensory Extravaganza: Dive into a world of textures\, colors\, and sounds as your little explorer engages in sensory-rich activities tailored to their developmental stage.\nMusical Moments: Let the rhythm take over! Our interactive musical sessions will have your tots tapping their tiny toes and exploring the joy of sound.\nParent-Child Bonding: Forge connections with fellow caregivers while your little ones build social skills through play and shared exploration.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n_____________________ \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMod is open: Monday and Wednesday – Saturday\, 10am-5pm \nDaily Tickets: \n\nAll non-member adults & children: $10\,  half-price grandparents/senior on Wednesdays: $5\nMuseums for All (with EBT card): $3\nChildren under 1: Free\nAll members: Free\nWe offer annual memberships\, monthly memberships\, and 10-pass punch cards.\nClick here to become a member\nCall 831-316-5200 to inquire about our new punchcard.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/little-discoverer-fridays/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery – MOD\, 1855 41st Ave\, suite C-10\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Classes,Family Events
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SUMMARY:Baby Time and Stay and Play Capitola
DESCRIPTION:Baby Time and Stay and Play Capitola\nFridays\, through July 25\,  11am-12pm \nBaby Story Time features songs\, rhymes\, stories\, and lap play designed to help babies develop early literacy skills. \nThis program is designed for children ages birth to two and their caregivers\, but all ages are welcome! After Baby Time\, stay for Stay & Play to reinforce early literacy skills through play and create connections with other families.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/baby-time-and-stay-and-play-capitola/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:Capitola Branch Library\, 2005 Wharf Road\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Bring Your Own Book (BYOB)
DESCRIPTION:Bring Your Own Book (BYOB)\n3rd Fridays\, 11am – 12:30pm\, March 15 – December 20 \nJoin us at the Aptos Branch Library for an engaging and dynamic book group experience: Bring Your Own Book (BYOB).  \nThis innovative program encourages participants to bring along a book of their choice and share their thoughts\, insights\, and perspectives with fellow readers. Whether you’re passionate about fiction\, non-fiction\, classics\, or contemporary literature\, BYOB Book Group welcomes all genres and interests.  \nhttps://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/12055882 \nHow It Works: \n\nChoose Your Book: Select a book that you’ve recently read or have been wanting to discuss. It could be a novel\, biography\, memoir\, poetry collection\, or any other genre that interests you.\nBring Your Book: Arrive at the library with your chosen book in hand. Make sure it’s one you’re eager to share and discuss with others.\nEngage in Discussion: Once everyone has gathered\, participants will take turns sharing their thoughts on their chosen books. This could include favorite passages\, character analysis\, thematic elements\, personal connections\, and more.\nRespectful Exchange: Engage in respectful and open-minded discussions with fellow participants. Share your perspectives while also listening attentively to others’ viewpoints. This is a space for lively literary dialogue and exchange of ideas.\nDiscover New Reads: Explore a diverse range of books and genres through the recommendations and discussions of fellow participants. You might just find your next favorite read!\n\nWhether you’re a voracious reader or just starting to delve into the world of books\, Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) Book Group offers a welcoming and inclusive environment for lively literary discussions and discovery. Join us at the library and let’s celebrate the joy of reading together!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/bring-your-own-book-byob/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:Aptos Public Library\, 7695 Soquel Drive\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Library Special
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SUMMARY:Scrabble at La Selva Beach
DESCRIPTION:Scrabble La Selva Beach\nAugust 2 – November 15\, Fridays\, 1 – 2pm \n\nDid you know that  PACZKI is a round filled doughnut (23 points)?  Come test your vocabulary in a game of Scrabble at La Selva Beach Library. \nLa Selva Beach Library\, 316 Estrella Ave.\, LSB \nAre you a bridge player too?  The LSB Bridge Club is 10:30-12:00 on Fridays (except the 1st Friday of the month). \nQuestions? Call the La Selva Beach Library at 831-427-7710.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/scrabble-at-la-selva-beach/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:La Selva Beach Library\, 316 Estrella Avenue\, La Selva Beach\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Teen Activities
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SUMMARY:Lego Brick Builder Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Lego Brick Builder Fridays\nFridays\, 3-4pm \nCalling All Master Builders! \nGet 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. \nHere’s what you can expect: \n\nA Fun Challenge: We’ll have a special build theme announced on the day of the event. It could be anything from building the tallest tower to creating the most fantastical creature!\nA Sea of Bricks: We’ll provide a massive collection of LEGO bricks to fuel your imagination.\nBuilding Buddies: Work together with other LEGO enthusiasts to create something truly amazing.\nShow Off Your Skills: Once the time is up\, all creations will be displayed for everyone to admire.\n\nMod is open: Monday and Wednesday – Saturday\, 10am-5pm \nDaily Tickets: \n\nAll non-member adults & children: $10​1/2-price grandparents/senior on Wednesdays: $5\nMuseums for All (with EBT card): $3\nChildren under 1: Free\nAll members: Free\nWe offer annual memberships\, monthly memberships\, and 10-pass punch cards.\nClick here to become a member\nCall 831-316-5200 to inquire about our new punchcard.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/lego-brick-builder-fridays-2/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery – MOD\, 1855 41st Ave\, suite C-10\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Family Events
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SUMMARY:Friday Pet Food Pantry
DESCRIPTION:Friday Pet Food Pantry\nFridays 2-5pm \nJust a friendly reminder that our Pet Food Pantry is still happening every Friday from 3-5pm!  \nDonate anytime!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/friday-pet-food-pantry/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:SPCA\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Volunteer Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Friday Contra Dancing at Live Oak Grange
DESCRIPTION:Contra Dancing at Live Oak Grange\n2nd Sundays: Newcomers’ intro 2:30pm\, dance 3 – 5:30pm\n4th Fridays: Newcomers’ intro: 6:30pm\, dance 7 – 10pm \nCome kick your heels up contra dancing at Live Oak Grange with some amazing local talent and fun and friendly dancers! \n\n\nCaller: Tanya MerchantBand: Corwin & Grace!\nEvent by Dakota Hult\, Klaus Krull and Contra Dancing in Santa Cruz County\nNote: There will be no pot luck going forward. Feel free to bring snacks to share!\nOverflow parking: If you can’t find room at the Grange\, try the Harbor Light Church\, at 2008 17th Ave.\, less than a block up the street (towards Hwy.  Ignore the “your car will be towed” signs – they have a deal with the Grange for extra parking\n\nCheck out our website at: https://www.santacruzcontra.com/ \nSigning in at the desk indicates your agreement with these policies: \n\nThe dance is an alcohol-free\, drug-free\, and smoke-free environment.\nThe dance is a scent-free event. In order to protect those with chemical sensitivities\, please refrain from using scented products on your body\, clothes\, and belongings.\nWe want everyone to feel safe and comfortable at our dance and we value and expect consent\, communication\, community mindedness\, and safety.\nHarassment of any kind will not be tolerated. If someone’s behavior is offensive or harassing during the dance\, you should endeavor to speak up for yourself. If you need help\, talk with one of the managers\, sound tech or caller.\nYou should not come to the dance if you have health concerns for yourself or a close contact\, test positive for COVID 19\, have symptoms of illness\, or do not feel well.\nWe each understand and accept the inherent risks of contracting COVID-19 or any other illness at this dance.By participating in this event\, you take full responsibility for your health and well-being.\nWe appreciate and rely on your generous donations to pay for our dance hall and the excellent staff. We suggest $15 to $30 per person\, and no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Only the caller\, musicians\, and sound tech will be paid. All other staff and helpers will be volunteering their time. Please bring cash to the dance hall. BUT: it is *pay as you can* – we need you dancing more than we need your money\, so please come\, even if you feel like you need to put in less than $15. If you can put in over $30\, that would be great\, too! In a pinch\, we can take Venmo or Paypal.\nPlease help out wherever you can (setting up chairs\, cleaning up the kitchen or the dance hall\, sitting out one dance at the door\, etc.).\nPlease bring friends and tell them to wear light\, comfortable clothing and bring comfortable shoes with clean\, non-marking soles\n\nUpcoming dances every second Sunday and fourth Friday!Sunday\, Feb. 9 Caller: Zack; Band: Slick’s Picks No. 6 – Mike “Slick” Lewinski (fiddle)\, Jordan Prieto\, Olive Mathison\, Mathew HarmonFriday\, Feb. 21 – Caller: Kelsey Hartman\, Band: Mike Lewinski (fiddle)\, Daniel Steinberg (piano\, flute)\, Ezra Warren Steinberg (percussion)Sunday\, Mar. 9 – Caller: Tanya Merchant; Band: Lucas Lawson & FriendsFriday\, Mar. 28: Caller: Sarah Trop; Band: Corwin & GraceSunday\, April 13 – Caller: Alan Winston; Band: Rodney Miller (fiddle)\, Daniel Steinberg (piano\, flute)\, Ezra Warren Steinberg (percussion)
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/friday-contra-dancing-at-live-oak-grange-2/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:Live Oak Grange\, 1900 17th Ave\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dancing,Entertainment & Performances,Family Events
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SUMMARY:Hadestown by All About Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Hadestown by All About Theatre\n7pm: Thursday May 22; Friday May 23; Saturday May 24\, \n2pm: Saturday May 24\n\nI want to share this spectacular production with  you and offer a discount for our Thursday evening performance this weekend. We would be honored to have you in attendance. Please invite those with income restraints as our mission is to make theater accessible to all.  Lindsey Chester\n\nCODE: Hades$5\n\n\n7pm Performance – Thursday May 22 (Discount Code)\n7pm Performance – Friday May 23\n2pm Performance – Saturday May 24\n7pm Performance – Saturday May 24\n\n\nThis intriguing and beautiful folk opera delivers a deeply resonant and defiantly hopeful theatrical experience. Following two intertwining love stories – that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice\, and that of immortal King Hades and Persephone – Hadestown invites audiences on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back. Inspired by traditions of classic American folk music and Bauhaus design\, the sung-through musical pits industry against nature\, doubt against faith\, and fear against love.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/hadestown/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:Colligan Theater at The Tannery\, 1010 River St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060
CATEGORIES:Entertainment & Performances,Family Events,Performances
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ORGANIZER;CN="All About Theatre":MAILTO:lindsey@allabouttheatre.org
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SUMMARY:Family Movie Night Pool Party
DESCRIPTION:Family Movie Night Pool Party\nFriday\, May 23\, 7 – 9pm\nSanta Cruz County Parks Department is at Simpkins Family Swim Center.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are just a few days away from this Friday’s Family Movie Night Pool Party!\n\n\n\nGet ready for a night of family fun under the stars on May 23rd. We’ll be watching Disney Pixar’s Luca by the Warm Water Pool\, starting at 7:20 PM\, with food trucks onsite and snacks available to purchase. Doors will be closing at 8 PM\, so make sure to arrive before then!\n\n\n\nDon’t wait! Get your pre-registration tickets now at scparks.com/register!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren & Seniors: $10\nAdults: $15
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/family-movie-night-pool-party/
LOCATION:Simpkins Family Swim Center\, 979 17th Ave\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Teen Activities
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SUMMARY:The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
DESCRIPTION:The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time\n\n\nFriday\, May 23 – 24 and 30-31\,  8 – 10:30pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe play was first produced by the National Theater in the UK and on Broadway won the 2013 Tony Award for Best Play. It tells the story of 15-year-old Christopher\, who has an extraordinary brain: He is exceptional at mathematics but ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road\, he detests being touched\, and he distrusts strangers. His discovery of the neighbor’s dog Wellington\, speared with a garden fork\, sets him on a journey of “detecting” which goes well beyond who killed Wellington. He uncovers his family history\, learns his strengths in surprising ways\, and also reveals how difficult it can be to live with someone who doesn’t fit our expectations of “normal” behaviour. At a time when the very concept of diversity is being undermined in some places\, recognizing the challenges and potential of a person who would now be labelled as “neurodiverse” is important to us. \nCurious Incident features MCT veteran actors\, Mathew Chipman\, Helene Simkin Jara\, Sonia Motlagh\, Brad Roades\, Wyatt Troxell\, and Jackson Wolffe\, as well as newcomers to MCT\, Mark Matthews\, Molly Meyers\, LeAnne Ravinale\, and Megan Stewart. \n\n\n\n\n\nVisit Event Website \n\n\n Get Tickets  Price:   $20.00 to $25.00\n\n\n\n\nEvent Contact: Mountain Community Theater\, Peter Gelblum\, pbgelblum@gmail.com\,  831-366-4777
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/the-curious-incident-of-the-dog-in-the-night-time/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:Park Hall\, 9400 Mill St\, Ben Lomond\, CA\, 95005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Date Night,Entertainment & Performances,Performances,Teen Activities
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