Events

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

Flynn Creek Circus 2024 Families; December 19 - January 5 Families Thurs, Dec 19, 6pm | Fri, Dec 20, 7pm | Sat, Dec 21, 4pm Families Sun, Dec 22, 2pm & 5pm  Mon, Dec 23, 2pm &  5pm | Tue, Dec 24, 2pm | Thur, Dec 26, 4pm | Fri, Dec 27, 4pm & 7pm […]

Chanukah Story Hour Monday, December 30, 5-6pm Free Please join Temple Beth El for a Chanukah Story Hour! We'll light the menorah, sing the blessings, read stories, and sing songs. Perfect for families with children of all ages! Your RSVP helps us plan for your arrival and keep in touch with any changes. Thank you […]

The White Album Ensemble, Abridged, with Revolver Tuesday, December 31, 8pm -  11:30pm The White Album Ensemble has been performing the quirky double album "The Beatles" official name. It was never designed to be a "live" group of songs, but we did it for 20 years, often sell outs. But Many have said it was […]

The White Album Ensemble, Abridged, with Revolver Monday, December 30, 8pm -  11:30pm The White Album Ensemble has been performing the quirky double album "The Beatles" official name. It was never designed to be a "live" group of songs, but we did it for 20 years, often sell outs. But Many have said it was […]

Ring in the New Year at NOON Tuesday, December 31, 11am-1pm No need to wait until midnight - Ring in the New Year at NOON! Join us at the Live Oak Library and celebrate in community with crafts, snacks, and a balloon drop as we count down to Noon! More info here No es necesario […]

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

New Parents' Support Group at Felton Library Tuesdays 12:30 - 2pm April 2 - July 16 Join our new parents support group for this weekly peer support group for new parents facilitated by two local postpartum doulas. This program offers a welcoming space for new parents to learn from each other, make new friends, get […]

Make and Explore at the Libraries Scroll down for your library's dates & times. Every week we will have a new project idea for you to make or explore at your libraries. Projects will include Science,  and Arts & Crafts. Scotts Valley, Tuesday, 3-4:30pm April 23-July 30. Every week we will have a new project idea […]

New Years' Eve Organists' Kaleidophone Tuesday, December 31, 4pm Come to celebrate the New Year with the colorful sounds of the Aeolien-Skinner 3-manual Pipe Organ at Peace United Church of Christ in Santa Cruz. 20th Annual “Organists’ Kaleidophone!” will kick off at 4pm on New Year’s Eve! Several local Organists will entertain you with mosaics […]

Flynn Creek Circus 2024 Families; December 19 - January 5 Families Thurs, Dec 19, 6pm | Fri, Dec 20, 7pm | Sat, Dec 21, 4pm Families Sun, Dec 22, 2pm & 5pm  Mon, Dec 23, 2pm &  5pm | Tue, Dec 24, 2pm | Thur, Dec 26, 4pm | Fri, Dec 27, 4pm & 7pm […]

Flynn Creek Circus 2024 Adults 21+at 7pm: Sat, Dec 21 | Thur, Dec 26 | Sat, Dec 28 | Tue, Dec 31 | Fri, Jan 3 Families; December 19 - January 5 Families Thurs, Dec 19, 6pm | Fri, Dec 20, 7pm | Sat, Dec 21, 4pm Families Sun, Dec 22, 2pm & 5pm  Mon, […]

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

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

Flynn Creek Circus 2024 Families; December 19 - January 5 Families Thurs, Dec 19, 6pm | Fri, Dec 20, 7pm | Sat, Dec 21, 4pm Families Sun, Dec 22, 2pm & 5pm  Mon, Dec 23, 2pm &  5pm | Tue, Dec 24, 2pm | Thur, Dec 26, 4pm | Fri, Dec 27, 4pm & 7pm […]

Artist Joel Michael Smith Exhibit Exhibit Daily through August 29 Closing Reception, August 24, 3:30-5pm To honor and recognize local talent, the Friends of the Aptos Library are hosting a closing art reception event in the Betty Leonard Community Room. Joel Michael Smith Art is currently on display at the Aptos Branch Library and the […]

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

Baby Time and Stay and Play Capitola Friday, September 6,  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 & Play […]

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

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 […]

Christmas on Fisherman's Wharf Weekends, December 6th – December 22 Live Entertainment and Dazzling Decorations on Display During December Bring your family and friends to create Christmas memories at Monterey’s Old Fisherman’s Wharf with dazzling decorations on display all throughout the month of December.Santa Visits plus some musical and dance performances at various times during […]

Flynn Creek Circus 2024 Adults 21+at 7pm: Sat, Dec 21 | Thur, Dec 26 | Sat, Dec 28 | Tue, Dec 31 | Fri, Jan 3 Families; December 19 - January 5 Families Thurs, Dec 19, 6pm | Fri, Dec 20, 7pm | Sat, Dec 21, 4pm Families Sun, Dec 22, 2pm & 5pm  Mon, […]

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....

Home Depot Kids Workshops 1st Saturdays of the month, 9am - 12pm Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. Soquel , 2600 41st Avenue, Soquel, 95073,  (831)462-5650    Register 355 S Green Valley Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076,(831)786-9877,    Register  

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

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

Visits with Santa Saturday & Sunday, December 7 & 8, 14 & 15, 20 - 22, 12pm-4pm Childish Toy Shop, 1122 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 Santa is coming back to Santa Cruz and he can't wait to visit with you and hear all about the adventures you've had this year. And of course, […]

Flynn Creek Circus 2024 Families; December 19 - January 5 Families Thurs, Dec 19, 6pm | Fri, Dec 20, 7pm | Sat, Dec 21, 4pm Families Sun, Dec 22, 2pm & 5pm  Mon, Dec 23, 2pm &  5pm | Tue, Dec 24, 2pm | Thur, Dec 26, 4pm | Fri, Dec 27, 4pm & 7pm […]

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. […]

Family Karaoke 1st Saturdays, 5:30 - 7:30 If anyone is feeling up to it (and healthy!), once a month RC Fam hosts family karaoke and games night. It's basically kids, teens, and adults singing their fave Disney songs.  Dads are usually the shy ones leading chess, puzzles, scrabble, etc It's co-hosted with Shared Adventures to […]

Flynn Creek Circus 2024 Families; December 19 - January 5 Families Thurs, Dec 19, 6pm | Fri, Dec 20, 7pm | Sat, Dec 21, 4pm Families Sun, Dec 22, 2pm & 5pm  Mon, Dec 23, 2pm &  5pm | Tue, Dec 24, 2pm | Thur, Dec 26, 4pm | Fri, Dec 27, 4pm & 7pm […]

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

Monthly Wharf  Walks Monterey, CA. February 22, 2021. Monterey's Fisherman's Wharf Association continues the monthly Wharf Walks with noted Monterey Bay Fisheries Historian and author, Tim Thomas. On Sunday, March 7th, the monthly "Wharf Walks - Walking Tours at Monterey's Old Fisherman's Wharf that are held on the first Sunday of every month from 10:00 […]

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, […]

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

Visits with Santa Saturday & Sunday, December 7 & 8, 14 & 15, 20 - 22, 12pm-4pm Childish Toy Shop, 1122 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 Santa is coming back to Santa Cruz and he can't wait to visit with you and hear all about the adventures you've had this year. And of course, […]

Flynn Creek Circus 2024 Families; December 19 - January 5 Families Thurs, Dec 19, 6pm | Fri, Dec 20, 7pm | Sat, Dec 21, 4pm Families Sun, Dec 22, 2pm & 5pm  Mon, Dec 23, 2pm &  5pm | Tue, Dec 24, 2pm | Thur, Dec 26, 4pm | Fri, Dec 27, 4pm & 7pm […]

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 […]