Author Talk with Nidhi Chanani Friday, May 3, 2:30-3:30pm Nidhi Chanani writes graphic novels for kids, including "Pashmina," "Jukebox," the "Shark Princess" series and her latest, "Super Boba Cafe." At this interactive program, kids will get to meet a graphic novelist, learn her process for writing and drawing and see a live drawing presentation. Come […]
Friends of the Scotts Valley Library Book Sale Saturday, May 4, 10am-3pm The Friends of the Scotts Valley Library will hold a book sale on Saturday, May 4th from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Scotts Valley Library located at 251 Kings Village Road. Gently used books, dvds, cds, audiobooks, puzzles and games will […]
May the 4th be with You! Star Wars Celebration & Storytime Saturday, May 4, 11-4pm Join Librarian Jackie for a Star Wars-themed storytime and craft for the littles in your life on May the 4th! Join us for a screening of Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope, popcorn, a STEAM DIY Mini Lightsaber Craft, […]
Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts! Wednesdays 10 - 11am Come join us at the Sanctuary Exploration Center across from the Santa Cruz Wharf each Wednesday morning to do some ocean-themed crafts, listen to a story, and explore the Exploration Center!
Preschool Storytime La Selva Beach Wednesdays 11am - 12pm, January 24 - May 8 Join us for Preschool Storytime La Selva Beach, a fun interactive storytime. We'll read books, sing songs and use rhythm and movement. This event is suitable for children ages 3-6 years. There will be an arts and crafts project to take […]
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
Preschool Storytime at Scotts Valley Fridays 11 - 11:30am, through May 3 Join Librarian Emily for stories, songs, and lots of fun for preschoolers and their caregivers in our beautiful, newly-renovated Scotts Valley Library Branch every Friday at 11am.
Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) 3rd Fridays, 11am - 12:30pm, March 15 - December 20 Join us at the Aptos Branch Library for an engaging and dynamic book group experience: Bring Your Own Book (BYOB). This innovative program encourages participants to bring along a book of their choice and share their thoughts, insights, and perspectives […]
Aptos Writer's Workshop 2nd & 4th Mondays 1 - 3pm through September Aptos Writer’s Workshop is a place where writer’s meet to discuss, and provide suggestions for fiction and non-fiction work in a positive and supportive small group environment. It is designed to help members with their own work over time from an initial idea, […]
Tales to Tails Downtown 2nd & 4th Tuesdays , 4:30 - 6pm through June 25 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 […]
Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts! Wednesdays 10 - 11am Come join us at the Sanctuary Exploration Center across from the Santa Cruz Wharf each Wednesday morning to do some ocean-themed crafts, listen to a story, and explore the Exploration Center!
Bookshop Santa Cruz: Katy Farina, Karen's Sleepover Wednesday, May 16, 6-7 FREE IN-STORE EVENT Katy Farina, creator of New York Times bestselling graphic novel adaptations of the Baby-sitters Little Sister series by Ann M. Martin, will join us to share Karen's Sleepover, the newest book in the series. Kristy’s little stepsister Karen is having her […]
Preschool Storytime at Scotts Valley Fridays 11 - 11:30am, through May 3 Join Librarian Emily for stories, songs, and lots of fun for preschoolers and their caregivers in our beautiful, newly-renovated Scotts Valley Library Branch every Friday at 11am.
Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) 3rd Fridays, 11am - 12:30pm, March 15 - December 20 Join us at the Aptos Branch Library for an engaging and dynamic book group experience: Bring Your Own Book (BYOB). This innovative program encourages participants to bring along a book of their choice and share their thoughts, insights, and perspectives […]
Garfield Library Book Sale Saturday, May 18, 12-4pm The beautiful Garfield Park Branch Library is holding its Inaugural Book Sale on Saturday May 18 from noon to 4pm. Save the date! You'll find books in many categories and freshly baked cookies!
