Events

Threads of Wonder : Spring Break at the Children's Museum of Discovery Monday and Wednesday - Friday 9am - 5pm, April 7, 9, 10, 11 Looking for a magical escape during spring break? Dive into the colorful world of textiles at our "Threads of Wonder" program! While the kids are out of school, transform their […]

Threads of Wonder : Spring Break at the Children's Museum of Discovery Monday and Wednesday - Friday 9am - 5pm, April 7, 9, 10, 11 Looking for a magical escape during spring break? Dive into the colorful world of textiles at our "Threads of Wonder" program! While the kids are out of school, transform their […]

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

STEM Explorers: Build Your Own Computer! April 2 - May 7 Join us for an exciting six-week STEM adventure designed for kids 8-12! In this hands-on program, participants will assemble and explore Piper computers, gaining practical experience with computer engineering, coding, and problem-solving. Each week, kids will unlock new challenges as they build and program […]

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 […]

Threads of Wonder : Spring Break at the Children's Museum of Discovery Monday and Wednesday - Friday 9am - 5pm, April 7, 9, 10, 11 Looking for a magical escape during spring break? Dive into the colorful world of textiles at our "Threads of Wonder" program! While the kids are out of school, transform their […]

The Way We Calculated at San Lorenzo Museum Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, 1 - 4pm through June 15 Please join the San Lorenzo Valley Museum for an exhibition opening reception at the Belardi Gallery in Felton on Saturday, March 15, from 2-4pm. Light refreshments will be provided. Free admission. Enjoy a plethora of artifacts and archives, […]

Threads of Wonder : Spring Break at the Children's Museum of Discovery Monday and Wednesday - Friday 9am - 5pm, April 7, 9, 10, 11 Looking for a magical escape during spring break? Dive into the colorful world of textiles at our "Threads of Wonder" program! While the kids are out of school, transform their […]

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 […]

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 & […]

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 […]

Fairy & Elf House Building Friday, April 11, 1 - 3pm Where Magic Meets Learning! Transform twigs, pine cones, and stones into enchanted homes at our Fairy & Elf House program! As children create these magical dwellings, stories naturally emerge—who lives here? What adventures await the tiny residents? This special space nurtures both building skills […]

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 […]

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk: Surfing Bunny Hunt 12 - 7pm: Friday, April 11, Saturday, April 12, Sunday, April 13, Monday, April 14, Hop on over to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk for an egg-citing Surfing Bunny Scavenger Hunt! Visit 15 designated locations on the Boardwalk and receive a small prize when you locate the hidden […]

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

Zentangle Art 2nd Saturdays 10 - 11:30am, January 11 - August 9 The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Join Certified Zentangle Teacher Lisa Hoesing for an introductory workshop and monthly meetup to practice the method. The monthly meetup will take place on the […]

Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt Saturday, April 12, 10am - 8pm; Sunday, April 13, 10am - 8pm; Monday, April 14, 10am - 8pm Puzzling Adventures Start and Finish Location: 121 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, 888-433-8966 Price per team: $39.95 to $49.95 $39.95 with $10 EVENTPASS discount Get Tickets Consistently rated the best local scavenger hunt since 2016! Puzzling Adventures […]

Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 12, 11am - 3pm Bring your family, friends and neighbors to the Easter Egg Hunt at the Santa Cruz Fairgrounds. This month, kids of all ages will enjoy springtime fun with “Easter on the Farm” and our big annual Easter Egg Hunt! We will have Easter-themed crafts and activities, live […]

MOD's Teddy Bear Clinic Saturday, April 12, Open 11:30 - 1pm & 2:30 - 4pm Check-ups are fun, not a bore, keep your teddy healthy to the core! Does your teddy bear have a mysterious tummy ache? Did your unicorn lose a horn in a daring adventure? It's time for a check-up at MOD's Teddy […]

Are You Game? Board Games and More in Felton Branch Library 2nd Saturdays, February 8 - December 13, 12 - 5pm Adults need playtime, too! Come play some new or old favorite board games. Bring your favorite board game or play some of the library's games. No prior gaming experience is necessary. This program is […]

Science Saturdays Saturdays 1 - 2pm Join us every Saturday from 3 - 4:30pm for fun and interactive science adventures at the Children's Museum of Discovery! Each week, we’ll bring learning to life through engaging science lessons, followed by hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and curiosity for all. From exciting experiments to interactive demos, Science […]

High Tea with Harry Potter Saturday, April 12, 1 - 3:30 If you want to come in costume, please do! A magical gathering for High tea and Harry Potter fans to enjoy classic tea, scones, finger sandwiches, and desserts! Special Guest baker Colly Cruczelak will demonstrate how to make scones. This is a wonderful intergenerational […]

The Way We Calculated at San Lorenzo Museum Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, 1 - 4pm through June 15 Please join the San Lorenzo Valley Museum for an exhibition opening reception at the Belardi Gallery in Felton on Saturday, March 15, from 2-4pm. Light refreshments will be provided. Free admission. Enjoy a plethora of artifacts and archives, […]

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. […]

Paint and Play Saturdays Saturdays 10:30am Unleash creativity and have a blast with colors at MOD's Paint & Play! Recommended for ages 4 and up, this informal class is perfect for anyone who can independently use a paintbrush. Learn a variety of fun painting techniques, from basic strokes to more advanced styles, while letting your […]

Downtown Antique Faire 2nd Sundays, 9am - 5pm The Santa Cruz Antique Faire is on the 2nd Sunday of every month from 8am-5pm. Vendors offer an eclectic blend of antiques and unique items, vintage clothing, collectibles and more! Visit the Antique Faire on Lincoln Street between Pacific and Cedar. Interested in vendor space? Call (831) […]

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

Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt Saturday, April 12, 10am - 8pm; Sunday, April 13, 10am - 8pm; Monday, April 14, 10am - 8pm Puzzling Adventures Start and Finish Location: 121 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, 888-433-8966 Price per team: $39.95 to $49.95 $39.95 with $10 EVENTPASS discount Get Tickets Consistently rated the best local scavenger hunt since 2016! Puzzling Adventures […]

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, […]

Redwood Loop Tour – Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Sundays, February 16, 12 - 2pm Coast Redwoods offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee! Every Sunday at 12:00pm, we are taking folks on a guided walk through the Redwood Grove to talk about coast redwoods and to experience the forest together. On this 1-mile stroll, we will […]

The Way We Calculated at San Lorenzo Museum Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, 1 - 4pm through June 15 Please join the San Lorenzo Valley Museum for an exhibition opening reception at the Belardi Gallery in Felton on Saturday, March 15, from 2-4pm. Light refreshments will be provided. Free admission. Enjoy a plethora of artifacts and archives, […]

Santa Cruz Symphony Danny and Friends Sunday, April 13, 2pm (doors open at 1pm) Danny & Friends Jon Nakamatsu, Piano Sara Couden, Contralto Jaron Lanier, Piano and multi-instrumentalist In Sun Jang, Violin Jonah Kim, Cello Daniel Stewart, Viola, Piano, Composer PROGRAM Brahms Zwei Gesänge for Alto voice with Viola & Piano Richard Reed Parry Duet for […]

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 […]

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, […]