Events

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 […]

SC County Youth Poet Laureate Series: Generative Poetry Writing Workshop Tuesday, December 5, 4 - 5pm Explore avenues for writing poems. Work with Santa Cruz county poet laureate, Farnaz Fatemi, to develop drafts of new poems from exercises and prompts. No prior experience with writing poetry required. Any county resident ages 13-18 can participate in […]

Computer Science Education Week Tues & Thurs, December 5 & 7, 4:30-6:30 pm Computer Science Education Week is an annual call to action to inspire K-12 students to learn computer science, advocate for equity, and celebrate the contributions of students, teachers, and partners to the field. COMMUNITY NIGHTS CS Playground December 5,  |  4:30-6:30 pm  […]

Winter Bike Riding Wednesday, December 6, 12-1pm Wet weather riding | Stay warm and dry | Rain or shine Riding during the winter months doesn’t have to be miserable! In fact, it can be fun! Learn from our experts on how to prepare for winter riding in this new workshop. We’ll dive into wet-weather gear […]

Cookie Decorating at MOD Friday, December 8, 5 - 7pm Kick off your holiday season with a fun-filled evening of cookie decorating! Skip the messy kitchen and maximize the fun here at MOD! Christmas, Hanukkah, and fun winter-themed cookies available with a large spread of frosting and sprinkles! Please register anyone in your group who […]

Triple P Workshop: Teaching Children Social Skills Saturday, December 9, 11 - 12:30 As parents, we're always searching for ways to support our children in their growth journey. Join us for this FREE virtual parenting workshop to explore how you can enhance your child's social skills. Here is what you will learn: • How play […]

Glimpses of World History Series to Begin at La Selva Beach Branch Library Second and fourth Saturdays in January, February, and March, 1 - 2 Dr. Robert Strayer, Ph.D of European and African History, presents a series of six illustrated talks dealing with particular topics in world history and their implications for the present. These free events take […]

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 […]