Events

Explore Año Nuevo with a Docent December 15 - March 31 The park offers guided walks led by volunteer docent naturalist to see the northern elephant seals in their natural habitat inside the Año Nuevo Coast Natural Preserve. Año Nuevo docents go through extensive training and are highly knowledgeable in the natural and cultural history of […]

Toddler Tumble Time: Entomology Tuesday, February 10, 10:30 am - 11:40 am Come for Toddler Tumble Time. We will be showcasing our entomology collection to share with everyone! Venga a disfrutar la Hora de Toddler Tumble cada segundo martes del mes. ¡Tendremos diversos ejemplares para compartir con todos! Mostraremos nuestras colecciones de entomología. These programs […]

Valentine's Day Crafts for Kids Tuesday, February 10, 3:30 - 5pm Come join us in making Valentine's Day crafts! Children ages 4 and up, their families and caregivers are invited to join us to make Valentine's Day crafts at the Downtown Branch Library. We will be making glass magnets, watercolor hanging heart doilies, woven heart […]

5 Week 3D Entrepreneurs Club – Toy Design with 3D Printing Workshop (Ages 8–12) Tuesdays, 4–6pm September 2 – 30 A 5-week hands-on program where kids ages 8–12 team up to design their own toy or product—and discover how the 3DE Club helps young innovators build early entrepreneurial and leadership skills through 3D modeling and […]

CHP Start Smart Driving Education for Teens & their Parents Tuesday, February 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm CHP's free Start Smart class helps teens and parents prepare for safe driving. Learn rules of the road, license requirements, and safe practices. Register with CHP Santa Cruz: 831-219-0200. In an effort to prepare young drivers to drive responsibly, […]

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

AI Prompting for Learning (Mac or PC) Thursdays 11am-12pm Tech Talk Online On Zoom Are you using AI tools to improve your understanding? Explore the topic of learning strategies and discover ways to use chatbots and NotebookLM for learning. https://loom.ly/M858HbUv

Game Zone Scotts Valley Thursdays, beginning December 11, 1 - 3:00pm Scotts Valley Branch Library is offering a game zone for tweens and teens to relax, hang with friends and play games! We're offering a variety of video, card and board games as well as ping pong and art projects every Thursday afternoon from 1-3pm. […]

"Newsies" A Story of Grit and Leadership 7pm:  February 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28; 1pm: February 15, 22 & March 1 “Newsies” isn’t just a musical — it’s a story about grit, leadership, and what happens when everyday people decide they won’t be pushed around anymore. Set in early 1900s New York, it follows […]

Explore Año Nuevo with a Docent December 15 - March 31 The park offers guided walks led by volunteer docent naturalist to see the northern elephant seals in their natural habitat inside the Año Nuevo Coast Natural Preserve. Año Nuevo docents go through extensive training and are highly knowledgeable in the natural and cultural history of […]

Parent Nest A Guided Play and Connection Series Fridays 10am Session 1: February 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th Session 2: March 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th Session 3: April 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th Session 4: May 1st ,8th, 15th, & 22nd Parenting is better together! If those early parenting days feel like a mix of wonder and […]

Elkhorn Slough Free Tour of the Preserve Every Saturday AND Sunday, 10 am and 11 am Guided hikes with naturalists are offered at 10am and 11am every Saturday and Sunday on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up for tours at the Visitor Center front desk. If you have questions, call (831) 728-2822.  

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 […]

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 […]

"Newsies" A Story of Grit and Leadership 7pm:  February 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28; 1pm: February 15, 22 & March 1 “Newsies” isn’t just a musical — it’s a story about grit, leadership, and what happens when everyday people decide they won’t be pushed around anymore. Set in early 1900s New York, it follows […]

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

Elkhorn Slough Free Tour of the Preserve Every Saturday AND Sunday, 10 am and 11 am Guided hikes with naturalists are offered at 10am and 11am every Saturday and Sunday on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up for tours at the Visitor Center front desk. If you have questions, call (831) 728-2822.  

Guided Walk: Big Basin: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow Saturdays 11am-12pm Big Basin Redwoods State Park 21600 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek, CA, United States Come learn about the story of Big Basin: past, present, and future while wandering under the guardian old-growth redwoods that have seen it all! This program is a 1 hour walk […]

Hearts & Chocolate on the Farm! Saturday, February 14, 11am-3pm Bring your loved ones, friends and neighbors to 2nd Saturday on the Farm at the Santa Cruz Fairgrounds. This month, kids of all ages will enjoy “Hearts & Chocolate on the Farm” as we celebrate Valentine’s Day and life on the farm. There will be […]

Migration Festival at Natural Bridges State Beach Saturday, February 14, 11am-4pm Join State Parks for the 39th annual Migration Festival on Valentine’s Day, Saturday, Feb. 14. The event will feature more than 30 local organizations offering hands-on booths showcasing the many animals that migrate to and through Monterey Bay. Visitors can see live animals, collect […]

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. […]

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 […]

Love in the Library Saturday, February 14, 2- 4pm Love is in the air at the Boulder Creek Branch Library! Join us for a family friendly Valentine’s themed party featuring crafts, games, refreshments and a ton of fun for kids and their caregivers. A Valentine’s Day theme story time will be presented at 3pm. Thank […]

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 […]

"Give Your Kids Wings to Fly" Saturdays 4-6pm Join this fun and interactive 2-hour workshop with your kids (ages 8–12) and watch them soar as high as their creativity and imagination can take them! This free workshop is led by the 3DE Club—an online after-school program that helps kids develop entrepreneurial, leadership, and financial skills […]

Parents Night Out Saturday, February 14, 4 - 8pm and March 21, 4 - 8pm Capitola Recreation offers a Parents Night Out at Capitola Community Center. This is a perfect place for your child to spend a fun Saturday evening with new friends while you enjoy a moment to yourself. Your child will have a great evening […]

Parents Night Out Saturday, February 14, 4 - 8pm and March 21, 4 - 8pm Capitola Recreation offers a Parents Night Out at Capitola Community Center. This is a perfect place for your child to spend a fun Saturday evening with new friends while you enjoy a moment to yourself. Your child will have a great evening […]

"Newsies" A Story of Grit and Leadership 7pm:  February 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28; 1pm: February 15, 22 & March 1 “Newsies” isn’t just a musical — it’s a story about grit, leadership, and what happens when everyday people decide they won’t be pushed around anymore. Set in early 1900s New York, it follows […]

Pancake Breakfast Highlands Park! 3rd Sundays 8:30am-12pm,  August 18 Join us for our Pancake Breakfast & Bake Sale Fundraiser every 3rd Sunday at Highlands Park Senior & Community Center in Ben Lomond. We are located in the green building behind the beautiful Highlands Park soccer field. Make it a family day at the park: Have […]

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, […]

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 […]

"Newsies" A Story of Grit and Leadership 7pm:  February 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28; 1pm: February 15, 22 & March 1 “Newsies” isn’t just a musical — it’s a story about grit, leadership, and what happens when everyday people decide they won’t be pushed around anymore. Set in early 1900s New York, it follows […]

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. […]