Events

Make and Explore at the Libraries Scroll down for your library's dates & times. Every week we will have a new project idea for you to make or explore at your libraries. Projects will include Science,  and Arts & Crafts. Scotts Valley, Tuesday, 3-4:30pm April 23-July 30. Every week we will have a new project idea […]

Santa Cruz SPCA Junior PAWS Program Tier 2 (Promoting Animal Welfare with Students) Wednesdays 4-6pm,  September 11, 18, 25 The PAWS Tier 2 Program at the Santa Cruz SPCA engages students in respecting and responding to the needs of our shelter animals through learning, play and training. The children help socialize the animals and learn […]

Super Tots Winter Sports Ages 3 to 5 Simpkins, Wednesdays 4-4:45pm, Session Start Days: Dec 4, Jan 8, Feb 5, Mar 5, April 2 Ben Lomond, Thursdays 3-3:45pm, Session Start Days:Dec 5, Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 6, April 3 Join us for fun and active Super Winter Tots sports! The Santa Cruz County Parks […]

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 […]

Tech Talks: AI Prompting for Learning (Mac / PC) Thursday, December 12,  11am-12pm Online Are you seeking guidance with digital learning? Explore personalized learning strategies with AI Chatbots. Join us as we uncover ways to unpack new concepts, improve your tech skills, practice new languages, and more. Please register to receive the Zoom link via […]

Super Tots Winter Sports Ages 3 to 5 Ben Lomond Wednesdays 4-4:45pm, Session Start Days: Dec 4, Jan 8, Feb 5, Mar 5, April 2 Thursdays 3-3:45pm, Session Start Days: Join us for fun and active Super Winter Tots sports! The Santa Cruz County Parks Department is excited to offer our indoor Super Tots winter […]

Winter Special Sea Glass Art Friday, December 13, 5:30-7:30pm As part of this special seasonal offering, discover the beauty of beachcombing as you create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece from shoreline treasures. Using local and sustainability sourced resources, participants will learn the basics of environmental sculpture and design with step-by-step instruction. Transform sea glass, driftwood, and botanicals […]

Mrs. Claus' Bakeshop: Cookie & Gingerbread House Decorating Saturday, December 14, Mrs. Claus is coming to the Santa Cruz Children's Museum of Discovery and opening her magical bake shop for one day only! Join us for a festive day of cookie and gingerbread house decorating with Mrs. Claus!

Classes & Demos at Mountain Feed & Farm Supply Hot Pepper Jelly Class! Saturday, October 19, 10am - 12pm $35.00 - Click Here to Register Sweet and spicy and perfect for winter gifting, Hot Pepper Jelly is truly a delightful concoction. In this multi-faceted class, Jess will demonstrate how to make a delicious hot pepper […]

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. […]

Nature Club 2nd Saturdays 1-4pm, October 12 - January 18 Join Nature Club young explorers (6th-8th grade) visiting local habitats to learn about the amazing living world around us while making discoveries along the way. Across four excursions, youth will learn more about nature through observation and experience while developing a deeper connection to nature […]

Horses & Hot Cocoa Sunday, December 15,  11am-3pm Join us for a fun-filled holiday event at the MVCS Trinity Rivers Barn! Enjoy pony rides, photos with Santa, warm hot cocoa, festive crafts, a delicious bake sale, and exciting raffle prizes. Why support the White Rock IEA team? The IEA horsemanship program empowers young riders to […]

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. […]

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 […]