Events

March is Hummingbird Month at the UCSC Arboretum & Botanical Garden Daily in March  This 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 […]

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 […]

March is Hummingbird Month at the UCSC Arboretum & Botanical Garden Daily in March  This 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 […]

March is Hummingbird Month at the UCSC Arboretum & Botanical Garden Daily in March  This 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 […]

March Nature Events at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History Explore 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. 3/7 Spring has Sprung […]

March is Hummingbird Month at the UCSC Arboretum & Botanical Garden Daily in March  This 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 […]

March Nature Events at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History Explore 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. 3/7 Spring has Sprung […]

March is Hummingbird Month at the UCSC Arboretum & Botanical Garden Daily in March  This 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

March is Hummingbird Month at the UCSC Arboretum & Botanical Garden Daily in March  This 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 […]

Gabby's Dollhouse Meowseum Discovery Days at MOD Saturdays 10am – 5pm, February 8 and 15, March 8 and 15 We’re paws-itively excited to be part of Gabby’s Dollhouse Meowseum Discovery Days in partnership with DreamWorks & ACM. Enjoy our extra sparkly painting class at 10:30am, pounce into a meow-gical scavenger hunt, enjoy purr-fectly fun crafts […]

2025 Santa Cruz County STEAM Expo Saturday, March 8, 10:30am - 3pm Community members of all ages are invited to attend the Santa Cruz County STEAM Expo! This event includes the traditional Science Fair competition alongside performances and an interactive expo with industry representatives, community partners, and hands-on activities. The STEAM Expo takes place at […]

MOD's Teddy Bear Clinic Saturday, April 12, 11:30am - 4:30pm Check-ups are fun, not a bore, keep your teddy healthy to the core! Does your teddy bear have a mysterious tummy ache? Did your unicorn lose a horn in a daring adventure? It's time for a check-up at MOD's Teddy Bear Clinic. Bring your favorite […]

Watsonville Teen Artist Showcase Fridays 2-4pm, Saturdays & Sundays 11am-4pm, March 8 – March 23 Celebrate the next generation of artists! The Watsonville Teen Artist Showcase features incredible work by talented students from local schools including Aptos High School, Ceiba College Prep Academy, Diamond Tech Institute, Pajaro Valley High School, St. Francis High School, Watsonville […]

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 […]

March is Hummingbird Month at the UCSC Arboretum & Botanical Garden Daily in March  This 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 […]

Watsonville Teen Artist Showcase Fridays 2-4pm, Saturdays & Sundays 11am-4pm, March 8 – March 23 Celebrate the next generation of artists! The Watsonville Teen Artist Showcase features incredible work by talented students from local schools including Aptos High School, Ceiba College Prep Academy, Diamond Tech Institute, Pajaro Valley High School, St. Francis High School, Watsonville […]

In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities Sundays 2 - 4pm Join our  in person art class for people with disabilities at Claraty Arts Center in Santa Cruz. Adaptive art projects and space to work outside or inside and to share time with your family and work on a creative art project. It's for […]