March is Hummingbird Month at the UCSC Arboretum & Botanical Garden

UCSC Arboretum 120 Arboretum Road, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

March is Hummingbird Month at the UCSC Arboretum & Botanical Garden Daily in March  This time of year the Arboretum hosts both Anna’s and Allen’s hummingbirds, the two most common species in Northern California. “The density of hummingbirds—the number per area in the Arboretum—is ridiculously high,” says Bruce Lyon, professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology […]

Event Series Little Discoverer Saturdays

Little Discoverer Fridays

Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery - MOD 1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, United States

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 […]

Free – $10
Event Series Baby Time and Stay & Play

Baby Time and Stay and Play Capitola

Capitola Branch Library 2005 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA, United States

Baby Time and Stay and Play Capitola Fridays, through July 25,  11am-12pm Baby Story Time features songs, rhymes, stories, and lap play designed to help babies develop early literacy skills. This program is designed for children ages birth to two and their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! After Baby Time, stay for Stay & […]

Free
Event Series Scrabble at La Selva Beach

Scrabble at La Selva Beach

La Selva Beach Library 316 Estrella Avenue, La Selva Beach, CA, United States

Scrabble La Selva Beach August 2 - November 15, Fridays, 1 - 2pm Did you know that  PACZKI is a round filled doughnut (23 points)?  Come test your vocabulary in a game of Scrabble at La Selva Beach Library. La Selva Beach Library, 316 Estrella Ave., LSB Are you a bridge player too?  The LSB […]

Free
Event Series Lego Brick Builder Fridays

Lego Brick Builder Fridays

Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery - MOD 1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, United States

Lego Brick Builder Fridays Fridays, 3-4pm Calling All Master Builders! Get ready to unleash your creativity and engineering skills at the Children's Museum of Discovery's LEGO Challenge Build Event! This exciting event is perfect for LEGO fans of all ages. Here's what you can expect: A Fun Challenge: We'll have a special build theme announced […]

Friday Contra Dancing at Live Oak Grange

Live Oak Grange 1900 17th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Contra Dancing at Live Oak Grange 2nd Sundays: Newcomers' intro 2:30pm, dance 3 - 5:30pm 4th Fridays: Newcomers' intro: 6:30pm, dance 7 - 10pm Come kick your heels up contra dancing at Live Oak Grange with some amazing local talent and fun and friendly dancers! Caller: Tanya MerchantBand: Corwin & Grace! Event by Dakota Hult, […]

$15 – $30

The Art of Nature

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

The Art of Nature March 11 - May 14, Tuesday – Friday| 11am – 4pm; Saturday – Sunday | 10am – 5pm Scientific illustration brings to life the wonders of nature, from diminutive sea slugs to vast habitats. Explore the beauty and fine details of the world around us in the special exhibit featuring works […]

Free – $4

Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College

Cabrillo College 6500 Soquel Drive, Room 450, Aptos, United States

Ninety vendors, of which most are certified organic or use sustainable farming methods, offer pastured grass fed meats and poultry, sustainable fish, oysters, handcrafted cheeses....

Free

Boardwalk Fun Run

Beach Boardwalk CA, United States

Boardwalk Fun Run Saturday, March 29, 8am Lace up your sneakers and join the Boardwalk Fun Run on Saturday, March 29th! Burn some calories for great causes! Continue the fun after the race is over and go on rides, play games and enjoy the beach! This year a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Teen […]

$38 – $54

Explore the Nature of Santa Cruz with the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

March Nature Events at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History Explore the nature of Santa Cruz — wherever you are! Connect with local experts and join your community in deepening understanding about nature, science, and stewardship online and in-person. Stay updated about upcoming events by signing up for our newsletter. 3/7 Spring has Sprung […]

Event Series National Craft Month Madness Aptos

National Craft Month Madness Aptos

Aptos Branch Library 7695 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA, United States

National Craft Month Madness Aptos Saturdays, March 1 - 29, 1 - 3pm Join our March Madness! In celebration of National Craft Month, the Aptos will host a craft program every Saturday in March. March 1: 3D Origami March 8: Printmaking, with Jane Gregorius March 15: Bookfolding March 22: Pixel Art, sponsored by the Advisory […]

Free

Westside Farmers Market

Westside Farmers Market Mission St. Ext. and Western Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

The market showcases a great selection of 100% certified organic produce, artisan foods, wine, body products, tinctures, sustainable seafood, pasture raised meats, flowers and eggs along with cook-to-order cuisine, live local music and full espresso bar

Free

Qingming Festival

Evergreen Cemetery 261 Evergreen St, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Qingming Festival Saturday, March 29, 9am - 2pm A vibrant celebration of the traditional Qing Ming Chinese festival will be held at the MAH and Evergreen Cemetery on March 29th. The event begins at 9am with refreshments at MAH and remarks by historian Traci Bliss, author of Evergreen Cemetery of Santa Cruz. Bliss will share […]

Free

March is Hummingbird Month at the UCSC Arboretum & Botanical Garden

UCSC Arboretum 120 Arboretum Road, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

March is Hummingbird Month at the UCSC Arboretum & Botanical Garden Daily in March  This time of year the Arboretum hosts both Anna’s and Allen’s hummingbirds, the two most common species in Northern California. “The density of hummingbirds—the number per area in the Arboretum—is ridiculously high,” says Bruce Lyon, professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology […]

Beginner Bird Walk / Paseando con los Pájaritos

UCSC Arboretum 120 Arboretum Road, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Beginner Bird Walk / Paseando con los Pájaritos Saturday, March 29, 10am - 12pm Join the Bird School Project as they close out the celebrations for Hummingbird Month. This bird walk is beginner and family-friendly. Bring binoculars if you have them, if not, binoculars or a monocular will be provided for you during the walk. […]

$5 – $10