Events

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 […]

Watercolor Painting with Linda Lord Tuesdays,  1:00pm-3:30pm, September 16 - October 21 This 6-week watercolor course class is a favorite among Santa Cruz Art League students. Join in to learn watercolor fundamentals in a friendly and welcoming environment! Most class sessions will include a demo and then time to work on the elements of the […]

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 […]

All Ages Art Reception The Raft Friday, September 5, 4:30 - 7pm Reception Wednesdays - Sundays 10am - 4pm through October 29 The Sanctuary Exploration Center is excited to announce "The Raft," a new art show by Margaret Adachi. "The Raft" brings Monterey Bay's sea otters to life, and highlights the crucial role they play […]

Parent Nest A Guided Play and Connection Series Fridays 10am, August 1 - November 21 Session 1 August 8, 15, 22, 29th Session 2 September 5, 12, 19, 26 Session 3 October 3, 10, 17, 24th Session 4 October 31st, November 7, 14, 21st Fall cohorts now enrolling... Parenting is better together! If those early […]

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 […]

All Ages Art Reception The Raft Friday, September 5, 4:30 - 7pm Reception Wednesdays - Sundays 10am - 4pm through October 29 The Sanctuary Exploration Center is excited to announce "The Raft," a new art show by Margaret Adachi. "The Raft" brings Monterey Bay's sea otters to life, and highlights the crucial role they play […]

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 […]

Día de los Muertos Celebration Saturday, October 25, 1pm - 3pm Join us for the Día de los Muertos community celebration of traditional music, dance, and art at the MAH. This fall, the MAH invites you to our annual Día de los Muertos Celebration. On this beloved Oaxacan cultural holiday, the day will be filled […]

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 […]