Events

Elf Movie with Santa Sunday, December 3, 4:30pm Tis the season for an evening of joy and holiday cheer inside the historic Cocoanut Grove Ballroom! 4:30pm - Doors open, Cookie Decorating 5pm - Storytime with Santa 5:30pm - Elf Movie Snacks available for purchase Banquet chair seating. Fun inflatable chairs available on a first-come first-served basis Each attendee will also receive […]

Join us at the Bridge Club Mondays, 10:30am - 12pm, August 14 - October 2 Join us at the Bridge Club! Everyone is welcomed from beginners to social players. If you’re interested in playing Bridge, a table is waiting for you every Monday at the Capitola Branch Library. Register: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/10056781

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 […]

My Play Club: Create in the park with us! Every Tuesday 3:30 - 5pm March 7 through November 29 LEO's Haven at Chanticleer Park Free - Free Family Drop-in - Arts & Activities Family Visit - Arts and Activities Learn more about the Young Outdoor Leaders, funded by the "Outdoor Equity Program" of CA State […]

Rescue Readers at the Santa Cruz SPCA  4 - 4:30pm Tuesdays: September 12, 26, October 10, 24, 31, November 14, December 5, 19 Thursdays: September 14, 28, October 12, 26, November 2, 16, December 7, 21 Come read to our cats and dogs at the Santa Cruz SPCA! Students can build confidence and fluency with […]

Live Oak Picture Book Scavenger Hunt November 1 -30 Join us at Live Oak Library to celebrate National Picture Book Month with a Picture Book Scavenger Hunt. Stop by the children's room and pick up a hunt. Look for the answers in books! It could be a word or a picture. Complete the hunt and […]

Valley Churches United Holiday Gift Shop Monday-Saturday, 10am - 4m, November & December The Annual Holiday Gift Shop at Valley Churches United in Ben Lomond is open. The gift shop is open Monday through Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM. Amazingly talented volunteers have created an exquisite display, making this year’s gift shop an […]

A great selection of local artisan foodstuffs, delicious baked goods, and currently many unique, high quality options for grab-and-go lunch and dinner.

NAMI Family Support Group ​for Parents/Caregivers of Youth (11-17) 2nd and 4th Wednesdays 6:30 - 8pm Please join us for our upcoming free, drop-in support group for parents/caregivers of youth (11-17) with mental health challenges. Next group will be this Wednesday, June 22nd from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. We are in need of more facilitators […]

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 […]

Thanksgiving Day "Run for Pie" Thursday, Nov. 23 Soquel High School, Anna Jean Cummings Join us on Thanksgiving Day Run for Pie morning for our 11th annual Thanksgiving Day race! Run For Pie has become one of Santa Cruz County's favorite holiday traditions. Bring the whole family (or your pet turkey) out to run or […]

Rescue Readers at the Santa Cruz SPCA  4 - 4:30pm Tuesdays: September 12, 26, October 10, 24, 31, November 14, December 5, 19 Thursdays: September 14, 28, October 12, 26, November 2, 16, December 7, 21 Come read to our cats and dogs at the Santa Cruz SPCA! Students can build confidence and fluency with […]

Knitting Group at Live Oak Library Fridays 11am - 1pm through 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 […]

Alice by Heart November 24 & December 2, 7:30pm November 26 & December 3, 2pm Please join us in supporting Wildcatz Theater production of Alice by Heart at the Mello Center in Watsonville! In the rubble of the London Blitz of World War II, Alice Spencer’s budding teen life is turned upside down, and she […]

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....

Holiday Boutique at Aptos United Methodist Church Saturday, November 25,  9am - 3pm Join us for our annual Holiday Boutique at Aptos United Methodist Church featuring Arts and Crafts, Soaps and Scents, Preserves and Baked Goods, Jewelry, Hats and Scarves, Flowers and more!

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

Daughters and Sons of the Beach Ukele Jam Saturdays, 10am - 12pm Strum Along every Saturday 10am -12pm, on the beach behind the Crow's Nest Upcoming Uke Song List Strum Along every Wed 3:30 pm, on the beach behind the Crow's Nest Oldies but Goodies Movie Clips Search SOB old handouts   Sons of the Beach […]

Surfin' Santa is coming to town Saturday, November 25, 12pm - 3pm On Saturday, November 25, at 12pm, Surfin' Santa will be landing on Capitola Beach via his kayak! Bring the kiddos and visit with Santa until 3pm when he'll head back up to the North Pole to prepare for Christmas. Once Santa lands on […]

Nutcracker Ballet by Pacific Ballet Friday, November 24: 6pm Saturday, November 25: 1pm & 6pm Sunday, November 26: 12pm -Children’s Show-Act I only Sunday, November 26: 2pm -sensory-friendly Show-Act II only Join us at Pacific Ballet Academy's  32nd Annual Nutcracker Ballet as young Clara journeys to the Land of Sweets with her Nutcracker Prince. This […]

GroovaRoo Dance 2nd and 4th Saturdays, 1:30 - 2:30pm Hey, Mamas! Have you heard of GroovaRoo Dance? It’s been a few years since these classes have been around in our county, but we’re back and if you’re looking for something fun to do with your little one (under 2yo) come dance with us! GroovaRoo Dance  […]

Organic produce from local farms, tree ripened fruits, dried fruit and nuts, fresh bread, pastries, seafood, pasture-raised organic meats and more

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, […]

Holiday Market Popup at Abbott Square Sunday, November 26, 11am – 4pm The Holiday Market Popup at Abbott Square features 20 local makers and artists. This fun little market is a great addition to your Sunday shopping downtown! Grab a bite and a drink at Abbott Square, do a little shopping and enjoy live music.

Nutcracker Ballet by Pacific Ballet Friday, November 24: 6pm Saturday, November 25: 1pm & 6pm Sunday, November 26: 12pm -Children’s Show-Act I only Sunday, November 26: 2pm -sensory-friendly Show-Act II only Join us at Pacific Ballet Academy's  32nd Annual Nutcracker Ballet as young Clara journeys to the Land of Sweets with her Nutcracker Prince. This […]

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 […]

Alice by Heart November 24 & December 2, 7:30pm November 26 & December 3, 2pm Please join us in supporting Wildcatz Theater production of Alice by Heart at the Mello Center in Watsonville! In the rubble of the London Blitz of World War II, Alice Spencer’s budding teen life is turned upside down, and she […]

Nutcracker Ballet by Pacific Ballet Friday, November 24: 6pm Saturday, November 25: 1pm & 6pm Sunday, November 26: 12pm -Children’s Show-Act I only Sunday, November 26: 2pm -sensory-friendly Show-Act II only Join us at Pacific Ballet Academy's  32nd Annual Nutcracker Ballet as young Clara journeys to the Land of Sweets with her Nutcracker Prince. This […]