Monthly Baby Stuff Swap Last Monday of the month Join us on the last Monday of each month to swap baby stuff with other mamas in our community! Bring what you would like to offer and take what you need. This swap takes place right after Strides 360 in the park! New to FIT4MOM?? Join […]
Taller Virtual de Triple P: Ya es tiempo de entrenar para ir al baño Lunes, el 30 de agosto, 2021, 3:00 – 4:30 pm Los talleres de Triple P ofrecen consejos prácticos y estrategias para manejar las preguntas y desafíos de crianza específicas. Asista a este taller virtual de crianza para para familias con niños […]
Triple P Virtual Parenting Seminar for families with teens from 13-16 years old: Raising responsible teens Tuesday, August 31, 2021, 6 – 7:30 pm Triple P Seminars offer general parenting tips that can be used in a wide range of situations. Attend Raising Responsible Teens to learn strategies to encourage teens to: Participate in family […]
Rockin’ Pop-Up: What even IS North America? Wednesday, September 1, 12-12:30pm Santa Cruz County is obviously a part of North America. Right? Well, it’s a little more complicated than that. There’s the continent of North America, but there’s also the North American tectonic plate — where Santa Cruz County does not reside! While our neighbors […]
Learn All About Bees Wednesday, September 1, 1-2pm Learn all about bees and their important role in our ecosystem with Hilary Kearney of Girl Next Door Honey. Learn about how these amazing pollinators live, work, and help our planet! Grab & Go Kits containing bee-friendly flower seed packets and a honey stick are available at […]
Workshop: Strategies to help teens manage anxiety Thursday, September 2, 5-7pm Triple P Workshops are brief classes that provide quick tips for handling everyday parenting issues. Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • Common causes and signs of anxiety in teens • What to do if your teen is anxious • Tips for […]
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 […]
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Out and About: Birding at Neary Lagoon Saturday, September 4, 10am-12pm Let’s get out and about with the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History! This month we’ll be looking for birds at Neary Lagoon Wildlife Refuge, an oasis for local wildlife in the heart of Santa Cruz. We’ll bring binoculars for each participant and share […]
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First Tuesdays FREE Stroller Strides + Playgroup Join us for a FREE Stroller Strides® workout + playgroup on the 1st Tuesday of every month at 9:30 AM at Seascape Park in Aptos! What is Stroller Strides? Stroller Strides is a functional, total-body conditioning workout designed for moms with kids in tow. Each 60-minute workout is […]
Parenting Seminar for families with teens from 13-16 years old: Raising Competent Teens Tues, Sept 7, 6-7:30pm Triple P Seminars offer general parenting tips that can be used in a wide range of situations. Attend Raising Competent Teens to help your teen become a confident, competent young adult by: - Developing self-discipline - Being a […]
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Triple P Virtual Parenting Group Thursdays, September 9 – October 28, 2021 | 5:30 – 7:00 pm Attend this 8-week virtual Triple P Group to meet other families and learn simple strategies to help you: • Strengthen relationships in your family • Encourage positive behaviors • Teach your child new skills & behaviors • Handle […]
Volunteer with the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History! Friday, September 10 | 9-10:30am or Wednesday, September 15 | 5:30-7pm Interested in building community and connecting with nature? Volunteer with the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History! Join us for our fall Volunteer Orientation to get started. You’ll explore opportunities, learn about the Museum, and […]
88th Festa Italia CANCELLED Friday-Sunday, Sept. 10-12 Save the date for the 88th Festa Italia, celebrating Monterey’s Italian heritage and cultural traditions. Join us for this special festival honoring the local fishermen of Monterey, both past and present. This popular family friendly free event shares the sights, sounds, food and culture that make the Italian […]
Tips for mealtimes Saturday, September 11, 10-11:30am Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop p for families with children with special needs to learn: • How to teach children to feed themselves independently • Tips for handling challenging behaviors at mealtimes • How to encourage children to eat a wider variety of healthy foods • Tips […]
Biodiversity Day Treasure Hunt Saturday, September 11. 10am-12pm There’s a lot going on in our natural world, even in the middle of an urban area! Join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for a “bioblitz” treasure hunt in the Museum’s Garden Learning Center, located in a pocket park in the middle of the City […]
88th Festa Italia CANCELLED Friday-Sunday, Sept. 10-12 Save the date for the 88th Festa Italia, celebrating Monterey’s Italian heritage and cultural traditions. Join us for this special festival honoring the local fishermen of Monterey, both past and present. This popular family friendly free event shares the sights, sounds, food and culture that make the Italian […]
Triple P Workshop: Helping your child deal with fears Tuesday, September 14, 4-5:30pm Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • Common reasons why children develop fears • How to help your child manage and face their fears • Coping strategies you can teach your child Presented in English on Zoom by Cori Burt […]
Celebrating Our Culture & Farmworkers September 15-18 The Watsonville Film Festival is thrilled to celebrate Mexican Independence Day and our local community of essential farmworkers with CELEBRANDO LA CULTURA, a hybrid program of film, music and dance! Legendary singer Linda Ronstadt invites you to enjoy our Celebrando La Cultura concert and film program, Sept 15-18 in Watsonville. […]
Felton Toddler Time Wednesdays, 11am - 12pm Join Librarian Julie on our beautiful Felton patio for Toddler Time. Toddler Time is a weekly early literacy program for families with children ages 0-3 years old. Music, movement, stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and songs are a fun way for your child to learn. Let's play and learn together! […]
Taller Paso a Paso Triple P:Consejos para las comidas (apoyo de crianza para familias con niños con necesidades especiales) miércoles, el 15 de septiembre, 2021 • 5:30 – 7:00 pm Asista a este taller virtual GRATIS de crianza para aprender: • Cómo enseñar a los niños a comer independientemente • Consejos para manejar las conductas […]
Celebrating Our Culture & Farmworkers September 15-18 The Watsonville Film Festival is thrilled to celebrate Mexican Independence Day and our local community of essential farmworkers with CELEBRANDO LA CULTURA, a hybrid program of film, music and dance! Legendary singer Linda Ronstadt invites you to enjoy our Celebrando La Cultura concert and film program, Sept 15-18 in Watsonville. […]
Frequency, Festival of Light, Sound, and Digital Culture September 16-19 Get ready to light up the night! The MAH is thrilled to announce the lineup for Frequency, a new biennial festival of light, sound, and digital culture, from Sep 16-19, 2021. The mostly FREE event will activate the museum, neighboring gardens and plazas in downtown […]
Preschool Storytime on the Felton Patio Thursdays, 11am - 12pm Join Librarian Jackie on our beautiful Felton patio for Preschool Storytime. Preschool Storytime is a weekly early literacy program for children ages 3-5 years old and their caregivers. Music, movement, stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and songs are a fun way for your child to learn. Let's […]
Triple P Workshop: Balancing work and family during Covid-19 Thursday, September 23, 4-5:30pm Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • Common challenges with balancing work and family responsibilities • Tools to help prevent work-related stress from affecting your home life • Tips for setting healthy boundaries between work life and home life Presented […]
Celebrating Our Culture & Farmworkers September 15-18 The Watsonville Film Festival is thrilled to celebrate Mexican Independence Day and our local community of essential farmworkers with CELEBRANDO LA CULTURA, a hybrid program of film, music and dance! Legendary singer Linda Ronstadt invites you to enjoy our Celebrando La Cultura concert and film program, Sept 15-18 in Watsonville. […]
Frequency, Festival of Light, Sound, and Digital Culture September 16-19 Get ready to light up the night! The MAH is thrilled to announce the lineup for Frequency, a new biennial festival of light, sound, and digital culture, from Sep 16-19, 2021. The mostly FREE event will activate the museum, neighboring gardens and plazas in downtown […]
Taller Virtual Triple P: Ir de compras con su niño/a viernes, el 17 de septiembre, 2021 • 3:00 – 4:30 pm Asista a este taller virtual GRATIS de crianza para aprender: • Por qué los viajes de compras pueden ser difíciles para los niños • Consejos para que los viajes de compras sean menos estresantes […]
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 […]
Celebrating Our Culture & Farmworkers September 15-18 The Watsonville Film Festival is thrilled to celebrate Mexican Independence Day and our local community of essential farmworkers with CELEBRANDO LA CULTURA, a hybrid program of film, music and dance! Legendary singer Linda Ronstadt invites you to enjoy our Celebrando La Cultura concert and film program, Sept 15-18 in Watsonville. […]
Frequency, Festival of Light, Sound, and Digital Culture September 16-19 Get ready to light up the night! The MAH is thrilled to announce the lineup for Frequency, a new biennial festival of light, sound, and digital culture, from Sep 16-19, 2021. The mostly FREE event will activate the museum, neighboring gardens and plazas in downtown […]
Annual Beach Cleanup Day Saturday, September 18 It's official, Annual Coastal Cleanup Day is returning Saturday, September 18, 2021! Join thousands of volunteers around the world as we embark on the biggest cleanup day of the year. Save Our Shores is searching for local cleanup enthusiasts to be site captains at one of our 60+ […]
Coastal Cleanup Day at Seabright Beach Saturday, September 18, 9am-12pm Join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for the largest volunteer event in the country! California Coastal Cleanup Day welcomes more than 60,000 volunteers who will pick up hundreds of thousands of pounds of trash and recyclables from beaches, lakes, and waterways each year. […]
Saturdays in the Soil Third Saturdays, 10am-12pm It’s time to get your hands dirty! Learn about local ecology, native plants, and sustainable gardening with the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History while coming together as a community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A-Park program. Email volunteer@santacruzmuseum.org to RSVP What to Expect -This native […]
Frequency, Festival of Light, Sound, and Digital Culture September 16-19 Get ready to light up the night! The MAH is thrilled to announce the lineup for Frequency, a new biennial festival of light, sound, and digital culture, from Sep 16-19, 2021. The mostly FREE event will activate the museum, neighboring gardens and plazas in downtown […]
Recovery of Sea Otters in the Northeast Pacific New Insights and Surprises from Soft-Bottom Ecosystems Sunday, September 31, 1:30-2:30pm Join Brent Hughes, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Biology, Sonoma State University to learn more about sea otter ecological roles in seagrass beds and how collaborative research ties to the conservation of sea otters in the […]
Grupo Virtual Triple P – para familias con niiños de 2 – 12 años Cada martes, del 21 de septiembre al 9 de noviembre, 2021 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm Asista por 8 semanas a este grupo virtual de Triple P para conocer a otras familias y aprender estrategias sencillas que le ayudaran a: • […]
Sons of the Beach Ukele Jam Saturdays, 10am-12pm, Wednesdays 3:30pm Strum Along every Sat 10-12 am, 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 - Paul […]
Felton Toddler Time Wednesdays, 11am - 12pm Join Librarian Julie on our beautiful Felton patio for Toddler Time. Toddler Time is a weekly early literacy program for families with children ages 0-3 years old. Music, movement, stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and songs are a fun way for your child to learn. Let's play and learn together! […]
Preschool Storytime on the Felton Patio Thursdays, 11am - 12pm Join Librarian Jackie on our beautiful Felton patio for Preschool Storytime. Preschool Storytime is a weekly early literacy program for children ages 3-5 years old and their caregivers. Music, movement, stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and songs are a fun way for your child to learn. Let's […]
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 […]
Capitola Beach Festival Sept 25 and 26 The Capitola Beach Festival is on! Events include the Sand Sculpture contest, Fishing Derby, Rowboat Races, Horseshoe Tournament, Children’s Art, Chalk Art, and the Lighted Boat Nautical Parade. There will also be a Live Wharf to Wharf “3-Miler” held as part of the festival. Schedule of Events: http://capitolabeachfestival.com/?page_id=19
Felton Toddler Time Wednesdays, 11am - 12pm Join Librarian Julie on our beautiful Felton patio for Toddler Time. Toddler Time is a weekly early literacy program for families with children ages 0-3 years old. Music, movement, stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and songs are a fun way for your child to learn. Let's play and learn together! […]
Seymour Center Outdoors! Open outdoors only on Saturdays from 11am – 2pm Tide Pool Investigation: Hone your observation skills and watch animals such as sea stars, sea urchins, and hermit crabs gracefully move in their environment. Outdoor Scavenger Hunt: Explore the Pathway of Giants and find nine outdoor objects hidden around the Seymour Center. Larval […]
Capitola Beach Festival Sept 25 and 26 The Capitola Beach Festival is on! Events include the Sand Sculpture contest, Fishing Derby, Rowboat Races, Horseshoe Tournament, Children’s Art, Chalk Art, and the Lighted Boat Nautical Parade. There will also be a Live Wharf to Wharf “3-Miler” held as part of the festival. Schedule of Events: http://capitolabeachfestival.com/?page_id=19
Music at Siltanen Park Sunday, September 26, 1 - 6:30pm Free outdoor concerts at Skypark this year September only! Be sure to visit us at the 2021 Music at Siltanen Park, Sept. 26 2021. We will have 3 bands starting at 1:00pm, 3:00pm and 5:00pm. Free admission for all. Support music education in Scotts Valley […]
Monthly Baby Stuff Swap Last Monday of the month Join us on the last Monday of each month to swap baby stuff with other mamas in our community! Bring what you would like to offer and take what you need. This swap takes place right after Strides 360 in the park! New to FIT4MOM?? Join […]
Preschool Storytime in the Secret Garden Tuesdays, 11-11:45am Join us in the Secret Garden in Abbott Square at the MAH for storytime! We’ll share stories, songs and rhymes in a safe environment! This 30-40 minute program is intended for children aged 2-6. Do it yourself craft kits will be provided every week. Every other week […]
Taller Paso a Paso Triple P: La crianza de los niños con una discapacidad Tuesday, September 2, 3-4:30pm ¡Talleres de crianza GRATIS por Zoom para familias que crían a niños con necesidades especiales! Comparta sus sueños y esperanzas para sus hijos; aprenda los principios de la crianza positiva; estrategias para que la crianza sea menos […]
Sons of the Beach Ukele Jam Saturdays, 10am-12pm, Wednesdays 3:30pm Strum Along every Sat 10-12 am, 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 - Paul […]
Felton Toddler Time Wednesdays, 11am - 12pm Join Librarian Julie on our beautiful Felton patio for Toddler Time. Toddler Time is a weekly early literacy program for families with children ages 0-3 years old. Music, movement, stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and songs are a fun way for your child to learn. Let's play and learn together! […]
Preschool Storytime on the Felton Patio Thursdays, 11am - 12pm Join Librarian Jackie on our beautiful Felton patio for Preschool Storytime. Preschool Storytime is a weekly early literacy program for children ages 3-5 years old and their caregivers. Music, movement, stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and songs are a fun way for your child to learn. Let's […]
Taller Triple P: Balanceando el trabajo y la familia durante el Covid-19 jueves, el 30 de septiembre, 2021 • 4:00 – 5:30 pm Asista a este taller virtual GRATIS de crianza para aprender: • Desafíos comunes al equilibrar las responsabilidades familiares y laborales • Herramientas para ayudar a prevenir que el estrés del trabajo no […]
Everything You Need to Know About the PSA and Private Home Schools October 1-15 Steps to establish a private school (PSA filing): 1. Unenroll your child(ren) from their current school (by email or in writing). 2. Establish Your Own Private School by filing the PSA (In August or Sept, you will file between Oct 1 and […]
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 […]
Everything You Need to Know About the PSA and Private Home Schools October 1-15 Steps to establish a private school (PSA filing): 1. Unenroll your child(ren) from their current school (by email or in writing). 2. Establish Your Own Private School by filing the PSA (In August or Sept, you will file between Oct 1 and […]
Open Studios Art Tour South County*: Oct 2-3 Click here for a list of artists North County**: Oct 9-10 Click here for a list of artists All County: Oct 16-17 Welcome back! Plans for the 2021 Open Studios Art Tour are underway! We’re committed to following all current guidelines for your health and safety and […]
On this 2.5 mile family friendly walk, we’ll explore the plants, animals, and geology of our coastal bluffs. Bring water, hat, closed toe shoes, layered clothing, and binoculars if available. Meet next to park map in Wilder Ranch main parking lot. Rain cancels. Vehicle day-use fee is $10. For more information, call (831) 426-0505. Spaces […]
Felton Toddler Time Wednesdays, 11am - 12pm Join Librarian Julie on our beautiful Felton patio for Toddler Time. Toddler Time is a weekly early literacy program for families with children ages 0-3 years old. Music, movement, stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and songs are a fun way for your child to learn. Let's play and learn together! […]
Everything You Need to Know About the PSA and Private Home Schools October 1-15 Steps to establish a private school (PSA filing): 1. Unenroll your child(ren) from their current school (by email or in writing). 2. Establish Your Own Private School by filing the PSA (In August or Sept, you will file between Oct 1 and […]
Open Studios Art Tour South County*: Oct 2-3 Click here for a list of artists North County**: Oct 9-10 Click here for a list of artists All County: Oct 16-17 Welcome back! Plans for the 2021 Open Studios Art Tour are underway! We’re committed to following all current guidelines for your health and safety and […]
Pescadero Marsh Guided Walk Sunday, October 10, 10am - 12pm Join State Park Docents on an easy two-hour stroll on the mile-long Sequoia Audubon Trail through the Pescadero Marsh. Learn about the fascinating human history of the Marsh from the days of the Ohlone to the present. Discover the byways of the Pescadero and Butano […]
See first-hand how to build fertile soil and control pests, recycle yard and kitchen waste, conserve water, and encourage biodiversity
