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Corralitos Farm & Garden Market
2024-06-09 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Corralitos Farm & Garden Market, 127 Hames Road, Corralitos, CA, 95076, United States
The Farm & Garden Market is a small, friendly, open air market made up of local farmers and gardeners who grow within about a five mile radius of Corralitos.
Seasonally we have the tastiest strawberries, blueberries, cherries, lemons, tomatoes, herbs, squash, potatoes, carrots, peas, beets, and avocados, as well as a variety of other fruits, vegetables, lettuces and salad greens.
We have bakers that offer wonderful treats, along with a table full of beautiful potted flowers.
You may find expertly handmade natural soaps, and homemade jams and preserves.
The market is open to all of our friends and neighbors who grow anything from a garden to a good back yard fruit tree.
Open every Sunday 11am to 3pm, rain or shine, at the Corralitos Cultural Center, 127 Hames Road
For a booth we request a $5 donation to the CVREA, the non-profit who maintains the Corralitos Cultural Center.
Farm & Garden Market (including vendor inquiries)
Contact Wayne Miller: wayne@catalyst2001.com / (831) 724-1332

Slime Week at the Children's Museum of Discovery
2024-06-09 11:00 - 16:00 | Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery, 1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
Slime Week at MOD
Wednesday-Sunday, June 5 – 9. 11am-4pm
Kick off your summer! Join us for a week of gooey, glorious fun at the Children’s Museum of Discovery’s Slime Week!
Enter the Slime Lab and explore different textures, colors, and types of slime in a sensory experience you will never forget!
Don’t want the fun to end? Work with our slimeologist to mix up a custom creation at our take-home Slime Bar.

In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities
2024-06-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Claraty Arts, 1725 Seabright Avenue, Suite C, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
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 the whole family – all are welcomed! This will be a great relaxing creative time adaptive to all needs, come out and express yourself! Caregiver must stay and help the participant – this is not a drop off!
Drop ins Welcomed!
$10 cash donation appreciated for art supplies

1725 Seabright Avenue, Suite C., Santa Cruz, CA

Click here to reserve your seat at art class

Mount Madonna's Annual "Ramayana!"
2024-06-09 14:00 - 17:00 | Mexican Heritage Theater – School of Arts and Culture, 1700 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose, CA, 95116
Mount Madonna’s Annual “Ramayana!”
June 8 -9, 2:pm; Friday, June 7, 7pm

Join Hanuman, the monkeys, Prince Rama and Prince Lakshmana, as they journey to Lanka in their quest to rescue Princess Sita in the 45th Mount Madonna School (MMS) “Ramayana!” – a musical theater production adapted for modern audiences and replete with lively action, dazzling costumes, humor and universal life lessons.
“Ramayana!” returns to the stage to entertain audiences of all ages June 6-9 at the Mexican Heritage Theater in San Jose.
All seats are reserved and tickets are available May 1.

Heritage Events at Roaring Camp
2024-06-10 | Roaring Camp, 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Heritage Events at Roaring Camp
All Summer

Heritage sounds like something old. Unless you’re talking Heritage Events at Roaring Camp

Free Heritage Events with the purchase of a Roaring Camp train ticket:

Monday: Blacksmith
Tuesday: Printing Press
Wednesday: Candle Making
Thursday: Crafts
Friday: Gold Panning

Buy Tickets

Dipper Days at the Boardwalk
2024-06-10, 2024-06-11, 2024-06-12, 2024-06-13, 2024-06-14, 2024-06-15 | Beach Boardwalk, CA, United States
Dipper Days at the Boardwalk

Wednesdays, May 29 – August 7
Ride the Giant Dipper for 1 point – $1 every Wednesday May 29th thru August 7th. Celebrate your favorite wooden roller coaster with retro prices! Regular height requirements apply.

May 17 – August 16, 2024 –In Honor of your beloved Giant Dipper turning 100, we are giving YOU the chance to show off your incredible artistic talent.Dazzle us with your most thrilling Giant Dipper “Fan Art” to celebrate the Giant Dipper and over 68 million riders! Enter your Giant Dipper photos, paintings, or crafty creations for a chance to win Dipper Swag, MyBoardwalk Cards, or Rides Wristbands.

Enter Contest Soon

Summer Reading Program at Watsonville Main Library
2024-06-10 | Watsonville Public Library, 275 Main St Suite 100, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Summer Reading Program at Watsonville Main Library

June 3 – July 26

Adventure begins at your library this summer at the Watsonville Public Library Summer Reading Program. Track your reading to earn prizes and participate in a variety of fun events and programs for the entire family throughout the summer. The fun begins on Monday, June 3rd.

Sign up for the Summer Reading Adventure Program in-person at our Main Library or Freedom Branch, or online: https://www.watsonville.gov/1448/Summer-Reading-Program

La aventura comienza en tu biblioteca este verano con el Programa de Lectura de Verano de la Biblioteca Pública Watsonville. Monitoriza tu progreso de tu lectura para ganar premios y participa en una variedad de eventos y programas divertidos para toda la familia durante todo el verano. La diversión comienza el lunes, 3 de junio.

Inscríbete para el Programa de Lectura de Verano en persona en nuestra Biblioteca Principal o Sucursal Freedom, o en línea en https://www.watsonville.gov/1448/Summer-Reading-Program

Summer Reading Program at Freedom Library
2024-06-10 | Freedom Library, 2021 Freedom Blvd, Freedom, CA, 95019, United States
Summer Reading Program at Freedom Library

June 3 – July 26

Adventure begins at your library this summer at the Freedom Public Library Summer Reading Program. Track your reading to earn prizes and participate in a variety of fun events and programs for the entire family throughout the summer. The fun begins on Monday, June 3rd.

Sign up for the Summer Reading Adventure Program in-person at our Freedom Branch, or online: https://www.watsonville.gov/1448/Summer-Reading-Program

La aventura comienza en tu biblioteca este verano con el Programa de Lectura de Verano de la Biblioteca Pública Watsonville. Monitoriza tu progreso de tu lectura para ganar premios y participa en una variedad de eventos y programas divertidos para toda la familia durante todo el verano. La diversión comienza el lunes, 3 de junio.

Inscríbete para el Programa de Lectura de Verano en persona en nuestra Biblioteca Principal o Sucursal Freedom, o en línea en https://www.watsonville.gov/1448/Summer-Reading-Program

Knitting at the Felton Library
2024-06-10 12:30 - 14:00 | Felton Library, 6121 Gushee Street, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Knitting at the Felton Library
Mondays, 12:30 – 2pm, through June 17

Join us every Monday afternoon at the Felton Branch for a knitting party. All you need to do is bring some yarn and knitting needles. All ages are welcome.

RC Fam Center Toddler Bilingual Sensory Play
2024-06-11 10:00 - 11:00 | RC Fam Center, 7 Hangar Way, Suite B, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
RC Fam Center Toddler Bilingual Sensory Play

Tuesdays/Martes, 10am-11am

FREE with membership, $15 non-members

GRATIS con membresía, $15 sin membresía

More info/Para más información: 831-288-3105 — with Yesi Rocha and 10 others at RC Fam.

RC Fam Center
We commit to providing families with support systems that lead to finding connections, empowerment, and wellbeing for the whole family. We commit to being an equitable, inclusive, and safe space where the community feels welcome and can raise our children together. Our center is committed to equity, inclusion, and wellness for all families.

En el Centro Familiar Raíces y Cariño, queremos proveer a las familias con el apoyo a sistemas que fomenten conexión, empoderamiento y bienestar para todas las familias. Estamos comprometidos a ser un lugar seguro, inclusivo y equitativo donde la comunidad se sienta bienvenida y puedan criar a sus hijos juntos. Valoramos la equidad, inclusión y bienestar para todas las familias.

Tom Noddy's Bubble Magic
2024-06-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Capitola Branch Library, 2005 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
Tom Noddy’s Bubble Magic
Tuesday, June 11, 1-2pm
Join America’s Bubble Guy, Tom Noddy, for an incredible display of bubble magic, filled with humor, joy, and wonder!

Summer Reading Crafts at Scotts Valley
2024-06-11 15:00 - 16:30 | Scotts Valley Branch Library, 251 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066, United States
Summer Reading Crafts at Scotts Valley
Tuesdays, 3-4:30pm, June 11 – July 30
Join us for Summer Reading Crafts at Scotts Valley starting on Tuesday, June 11. Bring the kids to work on craft projects that help them to explore the environment around us.
Best for children 6+. Children under 6 yrs old will need an adult present to help them.
Expect to get messy!

Tuesday Night Live Wharf Concerts
2024-06-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Santa Cruz Wharf, 21 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz, 95060
Tuesday Night Live Wharf Concerts
2nd Tuesdays 6 – 8pm, May 14, June 11, July 9, August 13, September 10
The City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Department, Santa Cruz Economic Development Department and the Santa Cruz Wharf Tenants welcome back Tuesday Night Live at the Wharf
Common’s stage! Every 2nd Tuesday of the month join us for live music and games from 6-8pm.
Come check out Wharf Business pop ups, game and photo booth by The Booth Biz in the Commons.
Every Tuesday is Local’s Tuesday, be sure to get a stamp validation from any business on the Wharf and receive 2 hours of free parking!
Bring a chair or wear your dancing shoes! We can’t wait to see you at this series and thank you for supporting local!
Series Dates/ Performers

May 14, 2024/ TinMan
June 11, 2024/ Tsunami Band
July 9, 2024/ The Joint Chiefs
August 13, 2024/ The Lost Boys Featuring James Durbin
September 10, 2024/ Viva Santana Show (Nor Cals #1 Tribute Band)

Downtown Farmers Market 2022
2024-06-12 13:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Farmers Market, Cedar St & Lincoln St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
Downtown Farmers Market
Wednesdays, May – Oct 1 – 6pm; Nov – April 1 – 5pm
The Downtown Santa Cruz Market runs year-round on Wednesdays, 1-6pm May through October and 1-5pm November through April. Our largest and oldest market, it is situated in the heart of Downtown Santa Cruz, one block off of Pacific Avenue. Established in 1990, many of the farms that sell here were and remain pillars of the organic and ecological farming movement. This is the place to eat with the seasons! The variety of fruits, vegetables, flowers, pastured meats and other products is swoon worthy.
The Downtown Market also spotlights a large variety of up-and-coming, unique cultural food businesses. This weekly spot may serve up the most diverse selection of ethnic foods in the county including momo, naan and curry, Japanese fermented misos, Eritrean dishes, crepes, El Salvadorean pupusas, traditional Italian cookies, fish and chips and long-ferment fresh breads. Shopping at the Wednesday market is a wonderful way to support regional responsible farms and small local businesses. Fill your grocery bags! Then sit down for a delightful meal and rest your weary arms.

Capitola Twilight Concerts
2024-06-12 18:00 | Capitola Beach, Capitola
Capitola Twilight Concerts
Wednesdays 6pm, June 21 – August 30
The Capitola Twilight Concerts are hosted on Wednesday evenings during the summer months. All concerts begin at 6 p.m.and take place at the Esplanade bandstand in Capitola Village. These free events are made possible by the generousity of our sponsors. For an opportunity to be considered as a performer please complete the attached applicaion.
June 21: Dirty Cello, www.dirtycello.com
June 28: Tsunami, www.tsunami-rocks.com
July 5: The Alex Lucero Band, www.alexluceroband.com
July 12: Ribsys Nickel, www.reverbnation.com/ribsysnickel
July 19: The Joint Chiefs, www.thejointchiefsband.com
July 26: Pacific Roots, www.pacificrootsmusic.com
August 2: Delta Wires, www.deltawires.com
August 9: Extra Large, www.extra-large.net
August 16: Billy Martini Show, www.billymartini70s.com
August 23: Everyday People, www.everydaypeopletheband.com
August 30: Digbeats, https://www.reverbnation.com/thedigbeats

Dads Support Group
2024-06-12 19:00 - 20:00 | RC Fam Center, 7 Hangar Way, Suite B, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Dads Support Group
Wednesdays 7 – 8pm

Join us in this group of fathers where you will find a community to share the challenges and joys of being a father. The topics covered will be guided according to the needs and interests of the parents. The group will be relaxed, confidential, and facilitated by a dad who is a member of the community.

Acompáñenos a este grupo de papás donde encontrará comunidad para compartir los retos y gozos de ser padre. Los temas tratados serán guiados según las necesidades e intereses de los papás. El grupo será relajado, confidencial y facilitado por un papá que es miembro de la comunidad.

Free Resource Recovery Center Tours
2024-06-14 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-06-14 13:00 - 14:30 | 605 dimeo lane, 605 Dimeo Lane, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Free Resource Recovery Center Tours
Fridays 10am & 1pm through August 23
Summer Public Tours Are Back at the Resource Recovery Center!
Join us for Public Tours of the Resource Recovery Facility Fridays at 10am or 1pm from June 14th through August 23rd, 2024.
Tours are limited to 20 people. Children must be at least 8 years old. Youth ages 8 to 17 must be accompanied by an adult. Carpooling is encouraged as parking is limited.
Visitors will see what happens to the 30 to 50 tons of material that Santa Cruzians place into their blue recycle bins every single day. They will learn why it is important to “recycle right” and avoid “wish-cycling.” Visitors will also see a mountain of scrap metal, learn about the facility’s Household Hazardous Waste Program and see the Food Scrap Pre-Processor Machine.
Pre-registration is required. No Drop In. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/city-of-santa-cruz-resource-recovery-facility-summer-tours-tickets-876191701967?aff=oddtdtcreator

Preschool Storytime at Scotts Valley
2024-06-14 11:00 - 11:30 | Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066, United States
Preschool Storytime at Scotts Valley
Fridays 11 – 11:30am, through May 3

Join Librarian Emily for stories, songs, and lots of fun for preschoolers and their caregivers in our beautiful, newly-renovated Scotts Valley Library Branch every Friday at 11am.

Knitting Group at Live Oak Library 2024
2024-06-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Live Oak Library, 2380 Portola Drive, Live Oak, CA, 95062, United States
Knitting Group at Live Oak Library
Fridays 11am – 1pm through June

Come join our knitting event every Friday at Live Oak Library! If you’re looking for something fun and relaxing to do, come knit with us! Bring your own yarn, knitting needles, and any other crafting materials you’d like. We welcome crochet and cross stitch enthusiasts too!
All ages welcome!

Midtown Summer Block Party !
2024-06-14 17:00 - 20:30 | Midtown Square, 1111 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, 95062
Midtown Summer Block Party
Fridays, June 14 – August 30, 5-8:30pm

After months of planning, it’s finally here! Event Santa Cruz, Midtown Summer Block Party, the official or unofficial start of summer here in Santa Cruz. We’re kicking it off with a bang every Friday.

Food by @watsonvillemunchiess, @crackedcookiessc, J & M Baking Bagels, and Scott Dawg-z Hot Dogs and more!

Off The Lip Radio Show hosted the live bands every week.
June 14th: Funkranomicon – Opener: Trianna (GTRI)
June 21st: TBD – The Cruzers – Opener: Ripatti & Rose
June 28th: Hijinx – Opener: Mo Cruz (Animo)
July 5th: The Money Band
July 12th: Santa Cruda
July 19th: The Joint Chiefs – Opener: Jake Nielsen
July 26th: Locomotive Breath
August 2nd: John Michael Band
August 9th: Cowboys After Dark
August 16th: Ribsy’s Nickel
August 23rd: Spun
August 30th: Alex Lucero Band

Moonlight Madness
2024-06-14 18:00 - 22:00 | Henry Cowell State Park, 101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Moonlight Madness

Friday, June14, 6 – 10pm

Join us for a Moonlight Madness evening filled with galactic games, cosmic crafts, astronomical activities, a guest speaker presentation, and telescope viewing with Santa Cruz Astronomy Club.
This event is held in front of the Redwood Visitor Center at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. We hope to see you there!
6:00-8:00 – jazz music and interactive astronomy booths
8:00-9:00 – guest speaker presentation
9:00-10:00 – moonlight walk through the Redwood Grove
9:00-11:00 – telescope viewing with Santa Cruz Astronomy Club

Free Movies on the Boardwalk Beach 2024
2024-06-14 21:00 | Beach Boardwalk, CA, United States
Free Movies on the Boardwalk Beach
Fridays 9pm, June 14 – August 9
There’s nothing like watching your favorite movies right on the beach with the the smell of kettle corn, corn dogs and saltwater taffy filling the air!
Bring the family and your blanket or low-back chair and join us!

Each movie will include a 15-minute intermission.
Seating is first-come, first-served.
Smoking is not permitted on the beach or Boardwalk. Alcohol and glass are prohibited on the beach.
A limited number of assistive listening devices (ALDs) are available for check-out at the Mini Golf Kiosk inside Neptune’s Kingdom.
If you require other special accommodations or would like to request Closed Captioning, please contact the Manager on Duty at least 48 hours in advance of the movie at (831) 423-5590.

June 14 – The Lost Boys
June 21 – Book of Life
June 28 – Barbie
July 5 – The Sandlot
July 12 – The Endless Summer (60th Anniversary)>
July 19 – Wonka (2023)
July 26 – Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
August 2 – Trolls (2016)
August 9 – Goonies

Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College
2024-06-15 08:00 | Cabrillo College, 6500 Soquel Drive, Room 450, Aptos, 95003, United States
Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College
Saturdays 8am-12pm, year round, rain or shine
Voted America’s Favorite Farmers Market in California
In 2011, 2012, and 2013 our farmers markets were voted “America’s Favorite Farmers Market in California.” Additionally, Coastal Living Magazine named the Aptos Farmers Market one of “The Coast’s Best Farmers Markets.”
Market customers appreciate the bountiful selection of top quality produce and specialty foods as well as the opportunity to connect with the farmers and vendors who produce it. 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, locally produced olive oil, fresh pasta and gourmet sauces, organic juices, handmade sauerkraut, Corralitos smoked sausages and bacon, artisan breads and baked goods, organic honey, mushrooms, sprouts and microgreens, farm fresh eggs, flowers, potted plants, seedlings, herbs, and an unsurpassed selection of certified California grown fruits, vegetables and nuts.
Additional Market Attractions
Professional sharpening services are available for knives and gardening tools year round.
Our other Markets: Carmel, Del Monte, Monterey

Westside Farmers Market
2024-06-15 09:00 - 13:00 | Westside Farmers Market, Mission St. Ext. and Western Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Westside Farmers Market
Saturdays 9am – 1pm, year round

The Westside Farmers’ Market takes place every week, year round at the corner of Hwy 1 and Western Drive, situated on the northern edge of Santa Cruz’s greenbelt. This market serves the communities of the west-end of Santa Cruz including Bonny Doon, the North Coast and the UCSC Campus. It is just a hop, skip and a jump from Downtown.
Foodies Unite
This market is proud to have been named best market by the Santa Cruz Metro’s, “Peoples Poll” multiple times. 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 operated by up-and-coming Santa Cruz-based roaster 11th Hour Coffee.
With easy access and an abundance of free parking, this market makes for a convenient and celebratory Saturday morning outing.
