Events

Mystery Box Monday at MOD Mondays,  3pm Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, artist, and problem-solver! Reserve your spot at sccmod.org/fun Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, […]

Dancing Tales Fourth Tuesdays 10 - 11am through May 27 Join us for a fun and interactive dance tales program for children ages 2-5! The library has partnered with local dance studio International Academy of Dance (IAD) to explore movement, rhythm, and creativity through stories and music. Each session blends storytelling with dance, helping children […]

Holistic Nutrition and Wellness Classes for Parents 2025 Thursdays 10 - 11:30am, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Nutrition and Wellness Series with Jill Troderman, Certified Holistic Nutritionist Empower Yourself, Inspire Others! https://santacruzholisticnutrition.com/ Walking the path towards optimal health is one of the best gifts you can give yourself and your children. In these classes […]

Mah Jongg Club - Hong Kong Style Thursdays,  2 - 4pm, through December 18 Welcome players of all levels - the experienced and the newly curious! Connect with fellow Mahjong enthusiasts and build a supportive community. Share experiences, exchange tips, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow learners. I host a Beginner's Learning Table EVERY week, […]

Little Discoverer Infant/Toddler Fridays Fridays 10:30-11am Make Fridays memorable with the Museum of Discovery's Infant Toddler Class—a fantastic blend of play, exploration, and social experiences. Located in the party room programming changes weekly offering magical experiences for you and your child. Free with daily admission and no pre-registration required Ages 0-3 years  Join us and […]

Junior Rangers Henry Cowell State Park Saturday, May 24 & 31 Calling all Junior Rangers Bring your 7-12 year old to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park to learn about a park-related topic, explore select trails with park staff, and earn a badge! This program is exclusively for 7-12 year olds. Programs meet in front of […]

Learn about Mountain Lion Biology and Ecology Thursday, May 31, 12noon - 1pm Are you curious about mountain lions in the Santa Cruz Mountains? Join us for an educational presentation about mountain lion biology and ecology, and research around their occupancy, persistence, and health. Discuss conflict mitigation techniques and why native fields are important 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. […]

Science Saturdays Saturdays 1 - 2pm Join us every Saturday from 3 - 4:30pm for fun and interactive science adventures at the Children's Museum of Discovery! Each week, we’ll bring learning to life through engaging science lessons, followed by hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and curiosity for all. From exciting experiments to interactive demos, Science […]

Chess Club with Gjon Saturdays, 2 - 3:30pm, through July 26 Professional chess instruction with Chess Master Gjon Feinstein. For ages 6 - 18, all levels welcome! If you have never played chess before, please contact Gjon before your first session: coach@santacruzchess.com or 831-425-7835.

Free Peaceful Parenting Workshop Sunday, June 1, 11am – 12:20pm From Frustration to Peace and Connection , 5 Powerful Shifts to Transform Your Parenting Experience Are you ready to bring more calm, cooperation, and connection into your home? Join local parenting coach Kerry Hunter for a FREE peaceful parenting workshop where you'll discover five transformative […]

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 […]