Mystery Box Monday at MOD Mondays, 3pm Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, artist, and problem-solver! Reserve your spot at sccmod.org/fun Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, […]
You Can Paint! Tuesdays, 10 am to 1 pm, and 2 pm to 5 pm through August Learn to paint in a fun, friendly setting — our beautiful classroom space at Palace Art. You can paint any subject that interests you. I’ve got lots of images for you to choose from, if you’re looking for […]
5 Week 3D Entrepreneurs Club – Toy Design with 3D Printing Workshop (Ages 8–12) Tuesdays, 4–6pm September 2 – 30 A 5-week hands-on program where kids ages 8–12 team up to design their own toy or product—and discover how the 3DE Club helps young innovators build early entrepreneurial and leadership skills through 3D modeling and […]
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 […]
Tannery World Dance & Cultural Center: Winter Dance Fest Saturday, February 28, 7pm Winter Dance Fest season is upon us, and we are thrilled to bring this stellar event back to the Santa Cruz stage for its 11th year. A core event of TWDCC, Winter Dance Fest features a powerful lineup of brilliant BIPOC choreographers. […]
Nature Journaling with Melinda Nakagawa Saturday, February 28, 10:30am-12pm Join Melinda Nakagawa for a guided, experiential workshop that nurtures curiosity, creativity, and connection with nature. Beginning indoors, she leads gentle warm-up activities and introduces the basics of nature journaling, then guides participants outdoors for self-paced journaling and exploration. The session wraps up with optional reflection […]
Mystery Box Monday at MOD Mondays, 3pm Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, artist, and problem-solver! Reserve your spot at sccmod.org/fun Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, […]
Community Day Free Admission! First Tuesdays, 9am - 5pm The first Tuesday of each month, Community Day, the Arboretum is open and free for visitors. See dates and times UC Santa Cruz Arboretum & Botanic Garden is open. NOTE: Due to limited parking at the Arboretum and the popularity of Community Day, we greatly encourage […]
You Can Paint! Tuesdays, 10 am to 1 pm, and 2 pm to 5 pm through August Learn to paint in a fun, friendly setting — our beautiful classroom space at Palace Art. You can paint any subject that interests you. I’ve got lots of images for you to choose from, if you’re looking for […]
Drop-In Drawing at MAH, All Ages 1st Thursday of the month. 6-8pm, beginning September 4 Ever been inspired to drop everything and create when visiting an exhibition at the MAH? Join us for Drop-In Drawing at the MAH, all ages, from 6-8pm on the first Thursday of every month! This is not a formal lesson, […]
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 […]
Science Saturdays Saturdays 1 - 2pm Join us every Saturday from 3 - 4:30pm for fun and interactive science adventures at the Children's Museum of Discovery! Each week, we’ll bring learning to life through engaging science lessons, followed by hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and curiosity for all. From exciting experiments to interactive demos, Science […]
Paint and Play Saturdays Saturdays 10:30am Unleash creativity and have a blast with colors at MOD's Paint & Play! Recommended for ages 4 and up, this informal class is perfect for anyone who can independently use a paintbrush. Learn a variety of fun painting techniques, from basic strokes to more advanced styles, while letting your […]
Jewels in the garden: A Darwinian natural history of humming birds with UCSC Professor Emeritus Bruce Lyon Sunday, March 8, 1-2:30pm Horticluture 2 Meeting Hall This presentation promises to be a super fun exploration of hummingbird natural history, evolution and social behavior full of fascinating scientific information and colorful images of local and exotic hummingbirds […]
Mystery Box Monday at MOD Mondays, 3pm Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, artist, and problem-solver! Reserve your spot at sccmod.org/fun Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, […]
You Can Paint! Tuesdays, 10 am to 1 pm, and 2 pm to 5 pm through August Learn to paint in a fun, friendly setting — our beautiful classroom space at Palace Art. You can paint any subject that interests you. I’ve got lots of images for you to choose from, if you’re looking for […]
5 Week 3D Entrepreneurs Club – Toy Design with 3D Printing Workshop (Ages 8–12) Tuesdays, 4–6pm September 2 – 30 A 5-week hands-on program where kids ages 8–12 team up to design their own toy or product—and discover how the 3DE Club helps young innovators build early entrepreneurial and leadership skills through 3D modeling and […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
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 […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
Seaside Storytime at Seymour Center 2nd Saturdays beginning March 14, 10:30 am - 11:30 am Seaside Storytime is included with admission and is free for members. Our friends at Bookshop Santa Cruz have hand-selected a collection of books about the environment that are perfect for young readers. This is a wonderful opportunity for children to learn […]
Science Saturdays Saturdays 1 - 2pm Join us every Saturday from 3 - 4:30pm for fun and interactive science adventures at the Children's Museum of Discovery! Each week, we’ll bring learning to life through engaging science lessons, followed by hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and curiosity for all. From exciting experiments to interactive demos, Science […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
Mystery Box Monday at MOD Mondays, 3pm Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, artist, and problem-solver! Reserve your spot at sccmod.org/fun Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
Afterschool Activities: Arte del Corazón 3rd Tuesdays beginning January 20, 4:30 - 6pm Every third Tuesday of the month, Watsonville community members are invited to Arte del Corazón (ADC), where our team will contribute a guided and interactive activity alongside existing programming. The event is ADA accessible. Materials will be provided. The event will be […]
You Can Paint! Tuesdays, 10 am to 1 pm, and 2 pm to 5 pm through August Learn to paint in a fun, friendly setting — our beautiful classroom space at Palace Art. You can paint any subject that interests you. I’ve got lots of images for you to choose from, if you’re looking for […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
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 […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
Saturdays in the Soil Third Saturdays, 10am - noon We are coming together as a community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A-Park program. At the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, you gain new wisdom about local ecology, native plants, and sustainable gardening while connecting with nature outdoors. It’s time to get your […]
Summer Camp Festival Saturday, March 21, 10am-12:30pm This is your chance to discover and compare the best summer camps Santa Cruz has to offer, all in one place! Location: The Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Disc, 1855 41st Ave #10, Capitola, CA 95010, USA Explore over 25 local summer camps while your kids enjoy Wild […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
Mystery Box Monday at MOD Mondays, 3pm Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, artist, and problem-solver! Reserve your spot at sccmod.org/fun Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
You Can Paint! Tuesdays, 10 am to 1 pm, and 2 pm to 5 pm through August Learn to paint in a fun, friendly setting — our beautiful classroom space at Palace Art. You can paint any subject that interests you. I’ve got lots of images for you to choose from, if you’re looking for […]
5 Week 3D Entrepreneurs Club – Toy Design with 3D Printing Workshop (Ages 8–12) Tuesdays, 4–6pm September 2 – 30 A 5-week hands-on program where kids ages 8–12 team up to design their own toy or product—and discover how the 3DE Club helps young innovators build early entrepreneurial and leadership skills through 3D modeling and […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
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 […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
Science Saturdays Saturdays 1 - 2pm Join us every Saturday from 3 - 4:30pm for fun and interactive science adventures at the Children's Museum of Discovery! Each week, we’ll bring learning to life through engaging science lessons, followed by hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and curiosity for all. From exciting experiments to interactive demos, Science […]
Nature Club February 21, March 28, April 25, May 16 Our next session of Nature Club is currently enrolling and we're kicking off the season with Finding Fungus on 2/21! Nature Club takes young explorers, 6th-8th grade, into local habitats to learn about the amazing living world around us while making discoveries along the way. […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
Mystery Box Monday at MOD Mondays, 3pm Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, artist, and problem-solver! Reserve your spot at sccmod.org/fun Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
You Can Paint! Tuesdays, 10 am to 1 pm, and 2 pm to 5 pm through August Learn to paint in a fun, friendly setting — our beautiful classroom space at Palace Art. You can paint any subject that interests you. I’ve got lots of images for you to choose from, if you’re looking for […]
5 Week 3D Entrepreneurs Club – Toy Design with 3D Printing Workshop (Ages 8–12) Tuesdays, 4–6pm September 2 – 30 A 5-week hands-on program where kids ages 8–12 team up to design their own toy or product—and discover how the 3DE Club helps young innovators build early entrepreneurial and leadership skills through 3D modeling and […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
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 […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
Science Saturdays Saturdays 1 - 2pm Join us every Saturday from 3 - 4:30pm for fun and interactive science adventures at the Children's Museum of Discovery! Each week, we’ll bring learning to life through engaging science lessons, followed by hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and curiosity for all. From exciting experiments to interactive demos, Science […]
Paint and Play Saturdays Saturdays 10:30am Unleash creativity and have a blast with colors at MOD's Paint & Play! Recommended for ages 4 and up, this informal class is perfect for anyone who can independently use a paintbrush. Learn a variety of fun painting techniques, from basic strokes to more advanced styles, while letting your […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
