R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail Capitola
2026-04-22 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-29 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-06 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Capitola Branch Library, 2005 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail
Wednesdays 3 – 5pm through June 6
R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers.
Wednesdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at Capitola and La Selva Beach Libraries. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only.
For more information or to register, contact SCPL Telephone Information: 831-427-7713 or elibrary@santacruzpl.org

R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail
2026-04-23 15:00, 2026-04-30 15:00, 2026-05-07 15:00, 2026-05-14 15:00, 2026-05-21 15:00, 2026-05-28 15:00 | Aptos Library, 7695 Soquel Dr,, Aptos, CA, 95003
R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail
Thursdays 3-5pm
R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers.
Thursdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at Downtown, Aptos, Felton & Live Oak Libraries. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only.
For more information or to register, contact SCPL Telephone Information: 831-427-7713 or elibrary@santacruzpl.org

READ program with Ziggy the mini
2026-04-25 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-26 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-02 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-03 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-09 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-10 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-16 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-17 13:00 - 15:00 and 4 more dates | A ranch in Watsonville
READ program with Ziggy the mini
One hour Sessions, 1pm and 2pm, on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, beginning November 30 and December 1

READ program (Reading Equine Art Duo) with Ziggy the mini was designed to strengthen reading skills in a fun, creative way. Students experience nature, art, and animals in a relaxed, calming environment.
From this, Lisa (a Reading Specialist with 25+ years of experience) works with students to build and develop strong reading skills such as: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary development, and reading comprehension.
Since reading is a gateway to accessing information, students will likely improve in all subject areas.
In addition, their self esteem will begin to soar as they gain confidence with each reading session.
Lastly, Ziggy’s adorable, gentleness is just too cute for words. Students will fall in love with him at first sight. So, come join the fun and learn is a holistic way with Ziggy and Lisa 🙂

Where: READ program is currently hosted at a ranch in Watsonville. Also we will be visiting libraries, schools, hospitals, and nursing homes soon! Ziggy Stardust is our dwarf miniature horse and he loves reading with all age levels.
Lisa is also available to visit your horse(s) and READ with them! This social/mental stimulation provides an overall sense of well-being. They love it; see video How tab for evidence. 😉

When: For availability, more information and directions, text Lisa at (831) 227-9847

Tales to Tails Downtown 4th Tuesdays
2026-04-28 16:30 - 18:00, 2026-05-26 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 224 Church St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Tales to Tails Downtown
2nd & 4th Tuesdays , 4:30 – 6pm through June 23
Tales to Tails is a literacy program designed to help children improve their reading skills by providing them the opportunity to read aloud 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. This program is for established readers struggling with reading aloud, not reading tutoring.
Call 831-427-7713 to make a 30-minute appointment at the Downtown branch. Appointments are available between 4:30 and 6:00 pm, on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month. We and our furry friends look forward to seeing you there!
https://santacruzpl.libnet.info/events?

Storytime with Ivy
2026-04-29 11:00 - 11:15, 2026-05-27 11:00 - 11:15 | Bookshop Santa Cruz, 1520 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Storytime with Ivy

Last Wednesday of the Month 11-11:15am

Join 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.

Kids Event

Stuffie Hide & Seek
2026-05-01 10:00 - 18:00 | Aptos Library, 7695 Soquel Dr,, Aptos, CA, 95003
Stuffie Hide & Seek
Friday, August 1, 10am – 6pm
Every day through December 1
A cuddly, book-loving stuffed animal is hiding in the Children’s Room—can you track it down? Explore the shelves, uncover fun books and surprises, and when you find the critter, let a librarian know to earn a sticker prize! This passive program runs all day, every day—just drop in and join the fun!
Aptos Library Children’s Room

Tales to Tails Downtown
2026-05-12 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 224 Church St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Tales to Tails Downtown
2nd & 4th Tuesdays , 4:30 – 6pm through June 9
Tales to Tails is a literacy program designed to help children improve their reading skills by providing them the opportunity to read aloud 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. This program is for established readers struggling with reading aloud, not reading tutoring.
Call 831-427-7713 to make a 30-minute appointment at the Downtown branch. Appointments are available between 4:30 and 6:00 pm, on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month. We and our furry friends look forward to seeing you there!
https://santacruzpl.libnet.info/events?

La Selva Beach Book Discussion Group
2026-05-14 10:30 - 12:00, 2026-05-27 10:30 - 12:00 | La Selva Beach Library, 316 Estrella Avenue, La Selva Beach, CA, 95076, United States
La Selva Beach Book Discussion Group

2nd Thursdays, 10:30an – 12pm
The 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.
Registration required: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/7587480

Monthly Free Book from Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
2026-05-21 | Your Home
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
Enrollment is open! Enroll now: https://bit.ly/DPILSantaCruzCounty
We are excited to bring Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to every child aged 0–5 in Santa Cruz County!
In partnership with First 5 Santa Cruz County, United Way Santa Cruz County and Thrive by 5, this program delivers a new book each month directly to a child’s home, helping build strong early literacy skills and a lifelong love of reading.
Enrollment is open! Enroll now: https://bit.ly/DPILSantaCruzCounty
¡Nos complace ofrecer la Biblioteca de la Imaginación de Dolly Parton a todos los niños de 0 a 5 años de edad del Condado de Santa Cruz!
En colaboración con Primeros 5 Santa Cruz County, United Way Santa Cruz County y Thrive by 5, este programa entrega un libro nuevo cada mes directamente a casa, lo que ayuda a desarrollar sólidas habilidades de alfabetización temprana y un amor por la lectura para toda la vida.

¡Las inscripciones ya están abiertas!

Encuentre más información en https://bit.ly/DPILSantaCruzCounty
