Tuesdays 6/1 - 7/27, 2 - 4pm Swing by Becky's table to check out this week's activity, see other families, then head to LEO's Haven for some playtime! This is a Family Meet-up Activity, no drop-offs! Meet-ups are currently scheduled every Tuesday in June and July, 2021. Sign up for as many weeks as you […]
Disciplina Positiva para Navegar en la adolescencia (Parte 2) Martes 4-5:15pm a través de Zoom Positive Discipline sesiones de apoyo para familias con adolescentes de los condados de Monterey y Santa Cruz . Obtenga apoyo de la comunidad, estrategias y herramientas para fortalecer sus relaciones entre adultos y adolescentes. (¡Sí, esto significa menos luchas de […]
The Earth’s crust is divided into two types: oceanic crust and continental crust. During this month’s Rockin’ Pop-Up, we’ll dive into the ever-changing landscape of the ocean floor, from the cozy sounding pillow lavas to the tongue-twisters of troctolite and ultramafic cumulates. It can be dark down there on the ocean floor. Let the Geology […]
ENSEÑANDO A LOS NIÑOS/AS A HACER TAREAS DE LA CASA Inscríbase para conseguir el enlace de la reunión por Zoom: https://bit.ly/Tareas-Domesticas-2Junio Asista a este taller virtual GRATIS de crianza para aprender: - Herramientas para ayudarle a introducir a su niño/a a los quehaceres de la casa - Cómo hacer que las tareas de la casa […]
*New Dual Language State Park Junior Ranger Program* Over the summer of 2020, close to 10,000 kids and parents participated in our Virtual Junior Ranger Programs. With so much success and public support, many staff statewide wanted to see these programs continue. Working together, educators of California State Parks, known as Interpreters, developed a dual language […]
PREVENCIÓN Y MANEJO DE LA DESOBEDIENCIA Inscríbase para conseguir la información para participar en este grupo breve de 4 semanas por Zoom: https://bit.ly/Grupo-Desobediencia-Ninos-junio2021 Cada jueves, del 3 al 24 de junio, 2021 • 4:30 – 6:00 pm Asista a este grupo breve virtual GRATIS de crianza para aprender: • Por qué los niños podrían ser […]
*New Dual Language State Park Junior Ranger Program* Over the summer of 2020, close to 10,000 kids and parents participated in our Virtual Junior Ranger Programs. With so much success and public support, many staff statewide wanted to see these programs continue. Working together, educators of California State Parks, known as Interpreters, developed a dual language […]
Midtown Summer Block Party Free Event! Fridays through October 29 - 5:00 to 8:30ish Come Celebrate all the vibrancy of Midtown at our Summer Block Party, happening every Friday! 1111 Soquel Ave Food – Artists – Live Music – Vendors June 4th Vendors: Stay Cool Ice Cream Truck, Chicken Foot, Pana Food Truck, Willow & The […]
Disciplina Positiva Disfrutando Los Primeros Años 0-5 Sábado 10-11:15am a través de Zoom Positive Discipline sesiones de apoyo familiar para familias de los condados de Monterey y Santa Cruz con niños de 0-5 años. ¡Esta reunión virtual de 4 semanas le brindará gran alegría, compasión y herramientas para disfrutar (no solo sobrevivir y soportar) los […]
Free to Be a Kid Clothing Exchange Bring what you can, take what you need.
June 6, 10am - 1pm The City of Santa Cruz and the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are honored to welcome the Lummi Nation House of Tears Carvers on their journey to D.C. During this event, the House of Tears Carvers will hold a blessing for the 24-foot totem pole carved at the Lummi […]
Tuesdays 6/1 - 7/27, 2 - 4pm Swing by Becky's table to check out this week's activity, see other families, then head to LEO's Haven for some playtime! This is a Family Meet-up Activity, no drop-offs! Meet-ups are currently scheduled every Tuesday in June and July, 2021. Sign up for as many weeks as you […]
Grupo Virtual Del Programa Padres Positivos-Para familias con niños 2 - 12 años Inscríbase para conseguir la información para participar en este grupo gratis por Zoom: https://bit.ly/Grupo-TriplePMayo2021 Cada martes, del 4 de mayo al 22 de junio, 2021, 4:30 – 6 pm Asista por 8 semanas a este grupo virtual de Triple P para conocer […]
Going Shopping with your Child Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: - Why shopping trips can be hard for children - Tips to making shopping trips less stressful and more enjoyable - Tips for handling challenges during shopping trips Presented IN ENGLISH on Zoom by Liliana Zamora, Community Bridges – La Manzana Community […]
Defining American: Telling Your Story in 240 Words or Less What does it mean to you to be American? Whether you came here as an adult or a child from another country or were born here, being "American" means something different to everyone. Rachel Goodman, KSQD board president, radio producer, and journalism professor, will lead […]
*New Dual Language State Park Junior Ranger Program* Over the summer of 2020, close to 10,000 kids and parents participated in our Virtual Junior Ranger Programs. With so much success and public support, many staff statewide wanted to see these programs continue. Working together, educators of California State Parks, known as Interpreters, developed a dual language […]
Tune in for the next Labside Chat with Ando Rabearisoa, Ph.D. candidate in the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology department at UC Santa Cruz, on Thursday, June 10, 2021 at 11:00 AM PDT. Explore how locally managed marine areas can reduce poverty in least developing countries. Join the conversation! Submit your questions in advance for Ando, […]
*New Dual Language State Park Junior Ranger Program* Over the summer of 2020, close to 10,000 kids and parents participated in our Virtual Junior Ranger Programs. With so much success and public support, many staff statewide wanted to see these programs continue. Working together, educators of California State Parks, known as Interpreters, developed a dual language […]
Wildlife Tracking Basics with Pathways for Wildlife Friday, June 11 & Friday, July 9 ~ 12-1pm Free https://baynature.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/wildlife-tracking-copy.jpg Wildlife is all around us in the Bay Area. Diverse species of animals filter through our urban landscapes, crossing the boundaries of our homes, cities and the protected lands that surround our region. Whether you are visiting […]
Nature Journaling: Decorate Your Journal Start your Nature Journal this summer! Join us outside in our beautiful Santa Cruz environment, explore your neighborhood, learn how to really look and see the details of life around you. Visit the beach and the forests and make a book to remember about your summer outdoors. The first 50 […]
Out and About: Nature Walk at Pogonip Saturday, June 12 | 10 a.m. to noon | Pogonip Open Space Free (donations appreciated) | Register Out and About is a monthly series of family-friendly, small group get-togethers exploring Santa Cruz’s diverse natural spaces through guided activities. It’s time to get out and about! Join us for a nature […]
NorCal Bats Saturday, July 10, 1-2pm NorCalBats is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of bats throughout Northern California. Live bats will be presented along with a slide show geared to dispel myths and prejudices against bats that can lead to the destruction of their roosts and colonies. https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/7612433?hs=a
Art for Conservation with Megan Gnekow Tuesday, June 15 | 6-7 pm Free (donations appreciated) | Register for zoom link Conservation and recovery of threatened and endangered species requires more than bringing individual organisms back from the brink. It also requires the restoration and recovery of ecological relationships that allow all organisms in an ecosystem […]
Traveling In the Car Tuesday, June 15, 10:30 – 12 pm Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • Common reasons why traveling in the car can be hard for children • Positive parenting strategies to prevent problems before they occur • Tips for handling challenging behaviors while traveling in the car Presented IN […]
Interested in exploring themes of equity, identity, and community? Interested in exploring themes of equity, identity, and community? Watsonville Public Library will be hosting two special Spanish-language book discussions in which we will discuss Dear America: Notes of an Undocumented Citizen by Jose Antonio Vargas. Those interested in attending are welcome to attend both or […]
Watsonville is in the Heart Oral History Project Panel Thursday, June 17, 6 - 7:30pm In this program we will talk with Roy Recio, founder of Tobera Project and curator of the "Watsonville is in the Heart" exhibit. Roy Recio, other members of the Filipino community, and UCSC graduate students will share their passion for […]
*New Dual Language State Park Junior Ranger Program* Over the summer of 2020, close to 10,000 kids and parents participated in our Virtual Junior Ranger Programs. With so much success and public support, many staff statewide wanted to see these programs continue. Working together, educators of California State Parks, known as Interpreters, developed a dual language […]
Thursdays 6/10 to 6/24 , 1:15-3pm Positive Discipline family support summer sessions together, in person, with our kiddos. This series will be available bilingually (hosted in Spanish only at Callaghan park on the same day!), and geared towards ages 5-8. All ages welcome to attend one or all sessions! Join us and gain valuable support, […]
Nature Journaling: Decorate Your Journal Start your Nature Journal this summer! Join us outside in our beautiful Santa Cruz environment, explore your neighborhood, learn how to really look and see the details of life around you. Visit the beach and the forests and make a book to remember about your summer outdoors. The first 50 […]
*New Dual Language State Park Junior Ranger Program* Over the summer of 2020, close to 10,000 kids and parents participated in our Virtual Junior Ranger Programs. With so much success and public support, many staff statewide wanted to see these programs continue. Working together, educators of California State Parks, known as Interpreters, developed a dual language […]
Midtown Summer Block Party Free Event! Fridays through October 29 - 5:00 to 8:30ish Come Celebrate all the vibrancy of Midtown at our Summer Block Party, happening every Friday! 1111 Soquel Ave Food – Artists – Live Music – Vendors June 4th Vendors: Stay Cool Ice Cream Truck, Chicken Foot, Pana Food Truck, Willow & The […]
During this outdoor Makers Market hosted by the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, meet featured artists from our annual science illustration exhibit, The Art of Nature, watch them at work through live demonstrations at their booths, and support their work by going home with prints, stickers, cards, cups, and more! We will also have […]
We're trying to increase representation of Black History in library digital collections and connect the community across generations as we celebrate Juneteenth this year. We are hapapy to host a "Snapshot Stories" photo scanning event at the 2021 Juneteenth Celebration at Laurel Park from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on June 19th. https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/7912696 Snapshot Stories […]
Virtual Science Sunday — Marine Mammals and Seabirds of the Southern Ocean Ryan Reisinger, Ph.D. Postdoctoral Research Fellow, UC Santa Cruz The Southern Ocean surrounding Antarctica is home to a unique array of marine mammal and seabird species. Because the Southern Ocean is big, remote, and inhospitable to humans, we often rely on “biologging” technologies, […]
Grab & Go STEAM: Make Your Own Fidget Spinner Pickup begins June 23 We provide the materials and directions - you pick them up and make them at home! Registration for a STEAM kit is required. Kids can get a great, hands-on example of Newton’s laws of motion when making their own fidget spinner. These kits are […]
Tuesdays 6/1 - 7/27, 2 - 4pm Swing by Becky's table to check out this week's activity, see other families, then head to LEO's Haven for some playtime! This is a Family Meet-up Activity, no drop-offs! Meet-ups are currently scheduled every Tuesday in June and July, 2021. Sign up for as many weeks as you […]
Teaching Children to Do Chores Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • Tools to help you introduce your child to household chores • How to make chores less stressful for you and your child • Ways to encourage your child to do chores Wednesday, June 23, 2021 • 3:00 – 4:30 pm Presented […]
*New Dual Language State Park Junior Ranger Program* Over the summer of 2020, close to 10,000 kids and parents participated in our Virtual Junior Ranger Programs. With so much success and public support, many staff statewide wanted to see these programs continue. Working together, educators of California State Parks, known as Interpreters, developed a dual language […]
Thursdays 6/10 to 6/24 , 1:15-3pm Positive Discipline family support summer sessions together, in person, with our kiddos. This series will be available bilingually (hosted in Spanish only at Callaghan park on the same day!), and geared towards ages 5-8. All ages welcome to attend one or all sessions! Join us and gain valuable support, […]
Nature Journaling: Decorate Your Journal Start your Nature Journal this summer! Join us outside in our beautiful Santa Cruz environment, explore your neighborhood, learn how to really look and see the details of life around you. Visit the beach and the forests and make a book to remember about your summer outdoors. The first 50 […]
*New Dual Language State Park Junior Ranger Program* Over the summer of 2020, close to 10,000 kids and parents participated in our Virtual Junior Ranger Programs. With so much success and public support, many staff statewide wanted to see these programs continue. Working together, educators of California State Parks, known as Interpreters, developed a dual language […]
Midtown Summer Block Party Free Event! Fridays through October 29 - 5:00 to 8:30ish Come Celebrate all the vibrancy of Midtown at our Summer Block Party, happening every Friday! 1111 Soquel Ave Food – Artists – Live Music – Vendors June 4th Vendors: Stay Cool Ice Cream Truck, Chicken Foot, Pana Food Truck, Willow & The […]
Beach Clean-Up at Seabright Beach Saturday June 26, 10am - 1pm Summer is here and our beaches will be needing some extra love! Help provide a positive example to others by picking up trash while enjoying the beach. Thanks to Save Our Shores, we’ll provide everything you need to clean Seabright Beach safely and effectively. […]
Adaptive Skate Day Sat, June 26, 1pm – 5pm A day for folks who would like to try skateboarding with special instructors to help those who need extra support. All ages welcome. This is for people with disabilities. Santa Cruz Hope Church, 4525 Soquel Dr, Soquel, CA 95073 Skate board swag will be given […]
Tuesdays 6/1 - 7/27, 2 - 4pm Swing by Becky's table to check out this week's activity, see other families, then head to LEO's Haven for some playtime! This is a Family Meet-up Activity, no drop-offs! Meet-ups are currently scheduled every Tuesday in June and July, 2021. Sign up for as many weeks as you […]
Developing Good Bedtime Routines Tuesday, June 29, 5 – 6:30pm Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • Common reasons why children have difficulty going to bed and sleeping through the night • How to create peaceful bedtime routines that work for the whole family • Tips to help children develop healthy sleep habits […]
Parentpower Workshop: Bullying Prevention, for Santa Cruz County adults June 30, 5:30-6:30pm Santa Cruz County parents and caregivers: learn ways to help kids and teens be safe from bullying, online and off! Skills include how to prepare youth to: Act aware, calm, and confident Deal with peer pressure, shunning, and exclusion Spot and address signs […]
Agents of Discovery Bay Area Explorers June 30 - August 31 We are excited to launch this year's Bay Area Explorer 2.0 Campaign! The Campaign will be running from June 30th- August 31st and we invite all players to get out and explore your communities in a whole new way! Agents of Discovery Bay Area […]
Midtown Summer Block Party Free Event! Fridays through October 29 - 5:00 to 8:30ish Come Celebrate all the vibrancy of Midtown at our Summer Block Party, happening every Friday! 1111 Soquel Ave Food – Artists – Live Music – Vendors June 4th Vendors: Stay Cool Ice Cream Truck, Chicken Foot, Pana Food Truck, Willow & The […]
The world’s shortest parade is back this July Fourth. The parade route is only a half-mile long, but it attracts thousands and can last upwards of two hours. The Aptos Chamber of Commerce is now accepting participants. Tel: 831-688-1467, Email: info@aptoschamber.com The event will follow state and county COVID-19 regulations — whatever they may be […]
4th July Free Swim at Simpkins Happy 4th of July. Join us for a free recreation swim Sunday July, 4th from 1-4:30pm. Hot dogs, chips, and refreshments will be sold. No reservation required. First come first served.
