Familypower Introduction to Physical Self-Defense Sunday, September 10, 10 - 11am In our Familypower Introductory Self-Defense online program, youth ages 9-14 together with their adults learn 7 physical self-defense skills to escape an attack – plus age-appropriate strategies to avoid needing to use them.
Family Yoga Sunday, September 10, 10 - 11am A family yoga session is a great opportunity for kids, parents, and grandparents to experience positive family time in nature! The entire family will enjoy a 45-minute yoga session intended to increase energy, strength, and flexibility while helping to calm the mind. mind. The forest can be […]
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 […]
Fall 2023 PAWS Tier 1 Junior Programs Ages 7 - 9 PAWS Tier 1 Junior Program (Promoting Animal Welfare with Students) (Ages 7-9) This very popular animal-filled after-school program teaches our student volunteers to recognize and respect animal needs. It allows participants to nurture, play with and train our shelter dogs and cats, and walk […]
NAMI Peer-to-Peer Free Class for Adults with Mental Health Challenges Tuesdays, September 12, 6 - 8pm A NAMI Peer-to-Peer class has been scheduled for Fall 2023! This is a free class for adults with mental health conditions. Please see flyer attached to distribute to anyone who may be interested, including clients, providers, and family members. […]
Santa Cruz SPCA PRETEEN PAWS Program Tier One Tuesdays 4 - 6pm, February 7, 14 & 21 Promoting Animal Welfare with Students The PAWS program is aimed at animal lovers. Preteen PAWS Tier One is for students 10-12 years. It introduces children to how a shelter operates and teaches how to recognize animal behavior and […]
Nature Journal Studio 2nd Wednesdaysof the month, 6:30 - 8pm Nature journaling can help us view the natural world with new perspectives, learn about our surroundings, and see the extraordinary in the ordinary. During monthly Nature Journal Studio sessions at the Museum, Melinda Nakagawa will guide you through a topic as we practice skills in […]
Santa Cruz SPCA Fall PAWS Tier 2 Junior Program, Ages 10-12 Thursdays, 4 - 6pm, September 14, October 5, November 2, December 7 PAWS 2, Promoting Animal Welfare with Students, builds upon the knowledge and skills developed in the PAWS 1 program. Students will work with our shelter animals, learning new commands, developing good leash […]
Fall Activity Guide Santa Cruz County September Our Fall Activity Guide is now available! Stop by the Simpkins Family Swim Center for a copy or view it online at https://scparks.com/.../Fin.../Recreation/ActivityGuide.aspx
Fall Gardening for a Bountiful Harvest with Renee Shepherd Saturday, September 16, 10am Calling all Fall #Gardeners! Join Renee Shepherd of Renee's Garden for a presentation on what and how to sow now for a bountiful #FallHarvest. Participants will receive a packet of Renee’s Garden seeds. Registration Required: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/10756353
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 […]
Santa Cruz SPCA PRETEEN PAWS Program Tier One Tuesdays 4 - 6pm, February 7, 14 & 21 Promoting Animal Welfare with Students The PAWS program is aimed at animal lovers. Preteen PAWS Tier One is for students 10-12 years. It introduces children to how a shelter operates and teaches how to recognize animal behavior and […]
Bike Repair Clinic Wednesday, September 20, 10am - 2pm Are mechanical issues stopping you from riding your bike more? Do you have a persistent squeaky brake, a loud chain or a flat tire? Have your bike checked by one of our mechanics for free! Book a time with us, and we’ll provide minor bike tune-ups […]
Astronomy on Tap: Santa Cruz and the Edges of the Universe Thursday, September 21, 6:30 - 8pm Come learn about how astronomers from Santa Cruz have used the James Webb Space Telescope (launched in late 2021 by NASA) to study exoplanets in our local neighborhood and to discover the most distant galaxies ever observed! Hear […]
Fall Activity Guide Santa Cruz County September Our Fall Activity Guide is now available! Stop by the Simpkins Family Swim Center for a copy or view it online at https://scparks.com/.../Fin.../Recreation/ActivityGuide.aspx
