Events

Try a Free Musical Me Class Find your best day, time and town to try a free Musical Me class. https://www.musicalme.com/demos.aspx If you have never experienced our classes and want to see first-hand why everyone raves about these incredible programs, please sign up  for a FREE class. If you have any questions or need any […]

Jurassic Quest is Here! Friday, February 16 12 - 8pm Saturday, February 17, 9am - 8pm  Sunday, February 18, 9am - 8pm Monday, February 19, 9am - 4pm Jurassic Quest is roaring into Monterey Feb. 16 - 19! Join the world’s largest, most popular dino event with unique and exciting experiences for the whole family […]

Toxic Stress Takedown with first5california Monday, February, 19, 11am - 4:30pm We all experience stress. Manageable stress can be helpful, as it can motivate us to accomplish a goal. But toxic stress can negatively affect our children’s development if it is left unaddressed. The good news is that there are many different ways you can […]

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.

WPENS Preschool Open House Tuesday - Saturday, February 20 - 23, 9:30 - 11am Come check out the Westside Parent Education Network co-op preschool open house. Swing by anytime between 9:30 and 11:00 and see the magic that happens at WPENS' pre-school! We are currently enrolling for both spring 2024 and fall 2024. WPENS is […]

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 […]

Mister Boom Boom's MusicPlayPatrol African Drum Circle Tuesday, February 20:  Felton 11am - 12pm, Felton; Santa Cruz 3:30-4:30pm Children will learn about a variety of West African hand drums including the djembe, talking drum, and more! Children will play authentic African drums and we will end the program with a dance and drum circle. There […]

Mister Boom Boom's MusicPlayPatrol African Drum Circle Tuesday, February 20,  11am - 12pm, Felton; 3:30-4:30pm, Santa Cruz Children will learn about a variety of West African hand drums including the djembe, talking drum, and more! Children will play authentic African drums and we will end the program with a dance and drum circle. There will […]

WPENS Preschool Open House Tuesday - Saturday, February 20 - 23, 9:30 - 11am Come check out the Westside Parent Education Network co-op preschool open house. Swing by anytime between 9:30 and 11:00 and see the magic that happens at WPENS' pre-school! We are currently enrolling for both spring 2024 and fall 2024. WPENS is […]

Preschool Storytime at Garfield Park Library January 10 - April 24, 10:30 - 11am Join us at the Garfield Park Branch Library for storytime!  We'll share stories, songs, and rhymes in a safe environment. Do-it-yourself craft kits will be provided every week. Ages 2 - 6

 Preschool Storytime at Capitola Library Tuesdays 11 - 11:45am, January 24 - May 1 Join us  for Preschool Storytime at Capitola Library. StoryTime is a weekly early literacy program for families with children ages 0-5 years old. Music, movement, stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and songs are a fun way for your child to learn while spending […]

Preschool Storytime La Selva Beach Wednesdays 11am - 12pm, January 24 - May 8 Join us for Preschool Storytime La Selva Beach,  a fun interactive storytime. We'll read books, sing songs and use rhythm and movement. This event is suitable for children ages 3-6 years. There will be an arts and crafts project to take […]

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

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 […]

Find Somebody to Love February 1 - 29 We KNOW you work hard every day, but February is the month of love, so your local shelter wants to help you find SOMEBODY TO LOVE! Through the month of February, Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter is reducing adoption fees to ½ the normal rates and holding […]

WPENS Preschool Open House Tuesday - Saturday, February 20 - 23, 9:30 - 11am Come check out the Westside Parent Education Network co-op preschool open house. Swing by anytime between 9:30 and 11:00 and see the magic that happens at WPENS' pre-school! We are currently enrolling for both spring 2024 and fall 2024. WPENS is […]

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 […]

WPENS Preschool Open House Tuesday - Saturday, February 20 - 23, 9:30 - 11am Come check out the Westside Parent Education Network co-op preschool open house. Swing by anytime between 9:30 and 11:00 and see the magic that happens at WPENS' pre-school! We are currently enrolling for both spring 2024 and fall 2024. WPENS is […]

Discovery Zone Playgroup Fridays 10am - 12pm, through May A time for free discovery zone playgroup for children with a participating adult. Arrival and departure times are flexible. This is a drop-in early learning program, where there will be toys for developing and strengthening gross motor skills, as well as providing time for young children […]

Join us at the Capitola Bridge Club Fridays,except the first Friday of the month, 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. […]

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.

Crafts with Linda at MOD Friday, February 23, 1 - 3pm Join the wonderful Linda February 23rd from 1-3 PM and make paper lanterns and dragon puppets!

Lego Friday Fun Fridays 3 - 4:30pm through May 31 Use your imagination and build anything you can dream at Lego Friday Fun! Lego and Duplo blocks will be available for children and youth to tinker with, build, explore, and creatively play! No registration necessary.

Join us for Mental Health Awareness Night at the SC Warriors! Friday, February 23, 7pm Join the Volunteer Center Community Connections Program and our partners in raising awareness for Mental Health with the SC Warriors! February 23rd at 7 pm @ Kaiser Permanente Arena GET TICKETS The Santa Cruz Warriors are hosting its first-ever Mental […]

Above and Below California’s Ocean through the photography of Marc Shargel January - March Enjoy beautiful projected photos of a diversity of subjects, including underwater images from around the world, eclipses, and western landscapes. Learn about California’s endangered kelp forest ecosystem and efforts to save it. Presenter Bio: Felton resident Marc Shargel has been a […]

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....

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 […]

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  […]

Tribute to Mas Hashimoto Saturday, February 24, 2 - 4pm Watsonville Public Library, Friends of the Watsonville Public Library, and Watsonville-Santa Cruz Japanese American Citizens League invite you to the “Tribute to Mas Hashimoto” event. This special event will honor and commemorate the legacy of our beloved teacher, activist, and community leader, Mas Hashimoto. Saturday, […]

Virtuoso Bach by Candlelight Saturday, February 24, 7:30 - 9:30pm Jorg Reddin will perform J.S. Bach compositions as played by Bach on pipe organ in his native region. Tickets General Admission: $30.00, Senior:$25.00, Student: $12.00 Artist: Jorg Rediin

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, […]

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 […]

Family Concert and The Carnival of the Animals Sunday, February 25, 2pm Take the kids away from their screens and bring them to a live concert! Join Maestro Daniel Stewart, beloved Master of Ceremonies Omari Tau, Santa Cruz Symphony, Santa Cruz County Youth Symphony, Cabrillo Youth Chorus, Santa Cruz Ballet Theater, El Sistema, Kuumbwa Jazz […]