Santa Cruz Parent

Join Our New Ping Pong Club
2022-10-22 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066, United States
Join Our New Ping Pong Club
4th Saturdays 12 – 2pm through February 25, 2023

Love ping-pong? Scotts Valley Library has a new new ping pong club for teens and adults.
The group meets every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 12pm to 2pm at the patio.
The club is open to ages 12 and up, materials are provided and all levels of experience are welcome.
The number of players is limited to 12 so pre-registration is highly encouraged.

Halloween Horrors Film Competition
2022-10-22 12:30 - 20:00 | Londen Nelson Community Center, 301 Center Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Halloween Horrors Film Competition & Mask Making Celebration
Saturday, October 22, 12 – 8pm

Like making films with your friends? Registration is live for the 3rd Annual Halloween Horrors Film Competition! Gather your team, choose your category, write a script, choose your cast & start filming!

2022 Halloween and Mask Making Festival on Saturday, October 22:

Mask Making from 12-4pm (FREE)
Family-friendly Haunted House from 12-3 pm (FREE)
Thrill the World Dance: 3 – 3:15pm
Extra Scary Version of the Haunted House 6-8pm ($5 admission)

*All in-person events will be dependent on the current health and safety guidelines as provided from the CDC and the Santa Cruz County Public Health Department.

Triple P Workshop: Balancing Work & Family
2022-10-22 13:00 - 14:30 | Zoom, CA, United States
Triple P Workshop: Balancing Work & Family
Saturday 1 – 2pm, October 22
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 IN ENGLISH on Zoom
Register: https://bit.ly/Work-Family-Balance-Oct22
Got questions? Contact Mayra Martinez at (831) 288-2856 or mayram@cbridges.org

Imagine and Create Your Own Animated Movie
2022-10-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Felton Branch Library- New, 6121 Gushee St., Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Imagine and Create Your Own Animated Movie
Saturday, October 8, 1 – 3pm
Create and bring your stories to life! Work as part of a team and make friends who share your interests as you explore digital animation software. This FREE 6-week course will walk you through story ideas, storyboarding, animation software, and creating your final video. All equipment and training included.
Intended for Santa Cruz County youth, between 12 – 18 years of age.
Class Details: Saturday 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5, and 11/12 from 1:00 – 3:00 in the Felton Branch Library Community Room. If needed, the instructor will be available 11/19.
Program sponsored by Community Television of Santa Cruz and the Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries.

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds
2022-10-23 08:00 - 20:00, 2022-10-24 08:00 - 20:00, 2022-10-25 08:00 - 20:00, 2022-10-26 08:00 - 20:00, 2022-10-27 08:00 - 20:00 | Santa Cruz County, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Monterey Bay Festival of Birds
Thursday – Saturday, October 13 – 15

The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We are forever grateful to the loyal attendees, field trip leaders, workshop presenters, keynote speakers, local businesses, government municipalities, local non-profit organizations, and an army of volunteers who have helped to put on the festival throughout the years.
Monterey Bay has a unique natural landscape and a diversity of birds. We want to continue to highlight the magnificence of our region and create a hub where people of all backgrounds feel included and eager to explore the magical world of birds. You can look forward to interactive workshops and field trip options throughout the many communities of Monterey Bay. This festival will be full of fun community connections, food, music, and a keynote speaker.

Check out this amazing schedule: https://www.birdschoolproject.org/3day-festival-schedule

Dungeons and Dragons
2022-10-23 13:00 - 15:00 | Downtown Library, 224 Church St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Dungeons and Dragons
Sundays 1 – 3pm, September 11 – December 4
Attention 12-16yr-olds — Adventure awaits! A friendly introduction to Dungeons & Dragons 5E for players of all experience levels, led by an accomplished D&D Dungeon Master. Held every Sunday from 1pm – 3pm, our Fall Campaign lasts from September 11th – December 4th for a total of 13 sessions.
Form a party, hunt for ancient treasures, and use your wits, magic, or brute force to battle kobolds, dragons, and more. Dungeons & Dragons is a game of adventure, imagination and near-limitless possibilities. This is a game in which we foster teamwork, responsibility, and friendships. If you’ve been curious but unsure how to start, it’s time to roll the dice and join this campaign. All the necessary materials & manuals will be provided using the D&D Beyond web app. Players are required to provide their own computers with internet access to the D&D Beyond website and capable of running Zoom. A personal or family email address is also required.
Because Dungeons & Dragons relies upon consistent player attendance, please check your schedule to make sure you can attend the sessions before you sign up. We completely understand when things like dentist appointments and such crop up, we know you have lives.
Parents: Please be prepared to briefly meet our volunteer who leads the program. Zoom Link and D&DBeyond login information will be emailed a few days prior to the event start – September 11th please register in advance so that we know who and how many to expect.

https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9491256

Brainfuse HelpNow!
2022-10-24 | online
Brainfuse HelpNow!

24/7

Now you can get live help with math, reading, writing, and language arts anytime day or night with Brainfuse HelpNow! Online tutoring has expanded hours for all California students. Math, reading, and writing tutors are available 24/7. Tutors in other subjects are available from 10:00 am – 10:00 pm.

To access Brainfuse HelpNow, go to www.santacruzpl.org > Research > Homework Help. Sign in with your library card to get started! https://www.santacruzpl.org/teens/homework-help/

In-Person Tech Help Felton
2022-10-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Felton Library, 6121 Gushee Street, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
In-Person Tech Help Felton

Are you stuck with a technology question?
Our tech savvy and bilingual (English/Spanish) staff at the Felton Library would like to help you troubleshoot your issue with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Fixing broken hardware or software is not within our scope. Possible topics may include: creating an email account, creating documents, attaching files, using premium subscription library resources, downloading and streaming content like movies, books, and audiobooks, and more. Please bring any devices you use and have your necessary passwords and library card with you.
Make an appointment: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/appointments/felton
Advance appointments are prioritized. Visit the library’s information desk or call telephone information (831-427-7713) for help making an appointment. Arriving later than 5 minutes after scheduled time may result in appointment cancellation. Walk-ins are welcome, when openings are available.
Visit the library’s Digital Learning webpage for more opportunites: https://www.santacruzpl.org/digitallearning
We look forward to helping you!

Triple P Workshop: Promoting Language Development
2022-10-24 18:00 - 19:30 | La Manzana Community Resources, 18 W. Lake Ave, Suite E, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Triple P Workshop: Promoting Language Development
Monday, October 24, 6 – 7:30pm
Attend this FREE parenting workshop to learn:
• How children’s language skills develop between the ages of 1-2 years
• How listening, talking & asking questions helps children develop language skills
Presented IN ENGLISH, this free workshop will be IN PERSON and is open to the public
Where: La Manzana Community Resources • 18 W. Lake Ave, Suite E, Watsonville
Register online at: https://bit.ly/Language-Development-Oct24
Questions? Contact Gladys Gómez at (831) 724-2997 Ext. 220 or gladysg@cbridges.org
Register to reserve your spot and get FREE child care! Enrollment is limited and masks are required for anyone over 2 years old (Regardless of vaccination status)

College & Career Family Night
2022-10-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Cabrillo College, 6500 Soquel Drive, Room 450, Aptos, 95003, United States
College & Career Family Night
Monday 6-8 p.m. October 24
Meet university representatives from numerous public, private, and out-of-state colleges and universities. Students can also learn about Cabrillo’s academic pathways, attend workshops, take a quick career assessment, explore support programs, resources and clubs. College and Career Family Night is a chance to meet university representatives from numerous public, private, and out-of-state colleges and universities. It is also an opportunity to learn about Cabrillo College’s certificate, degree and transfer opportunities, attend workshops, and explore various resources.

Two locations on campus with workshops at each to help you plan, launch, and navigate your college experience.
Library, Building 1000, Cabrillo Career & Academic Pathways,Learn about Cabrillo academic pathways, attend workshops, take a quick career assessment, explore support programs,resources and clubs.

Financial Aid Workshop:How much does college cost and how do I pay for it? Financial Aid staff will walk you and your family through the financial aid process.
Start times: 6:15pm, 6:45pm, & 7:15pm. Location: Library, Room 1051 (2nd floor)
Making Cabrillo Work for You & Your Family Workshop: Why attend a community college? Learn about the benefits of attending a community college, how to apply, Career and Academic Pathways: Learn about the benefits of attending a community college, how to apply, Career and Academic Pathways (CAPs) and Dual Enrollment while in high school. Start times: 6:30pm & 7:30pm; Location: Library, The HUB (2nd Floor)

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Gymnasium, Building 1100, Meet University Representatives,Representatives from public, private, and out-of-state four-year colleges and universities will be on hand to provide information and answer your questions. For list of Universities who will be represented at the event, click the button below. (No high-heeled shoes allowed on the Gym floor)
Transfer Pathways Workshop: Cabrillo Academic Counselors will discuss the various pathways and programs that will allow you to transfer and pursue a bachelor’s degree. Start times: 6:30pm & 7:30pm, Gymnasium, Room 1118

Click here for a list of University Reps
Click here for a list of questions/issues you might discuss with the Representatives.

MAP
Masks are required inside Cabrillo buildings

Toddler Time at Scotts Valley
2022-10-25 11:00 - 11:30 | Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066, United States
Toddler Time at Scotts Valley
Tuesdays 11am – 12pm, through Dec. 21
Come join Librarian Emily for stories, songs, and lots of fun for toddlers and their caregivers in our beautiful, newly-renovated Scotts Valley Library Branch every Tuesday at 11am.
https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9416790

Homework Help
2022-10-25 15:00 - 17:00 | Santa Cruz Public Libraries, 117 Union Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
Homework Help
Tuesdays 3 – 5pm, October 4 – May 24
Bring your assignments to one of our FREE drop-in Homework Help sessions. Tuesdays from 3:00p to 5:00p. Students to grade 12. Call 831.427.7713 for more information.
Locations:
Capitola – https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9670439
Downtown – https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9671013
Felton – https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9670550
La Selva Beach – https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9670470
Live Oak – https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9670511
Scotts Valley – https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9670974

Join the World Harmony Chorus
2022-10-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Londen Nelson Community Center, 301 Center Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Join the World Harmony Chorus
Tuesdays, 6 – 7:30pm, starting September 20

The World Harmony Chorus fall session is starting up, and we’ll be singing songs from Scandinavia to Brazil, and many places in-between.
The Santa Cruz chorus rehearses on Tuesdays, 6:00 – 7:30 PM, starting September 20.
Everyone is welcome, there are no auditions and no singing experience is necessary (experienced singers are also welcome, and there are solo opportunities for those who would like them). All parts are taught by ear, and musical transcriptions are provided.
All ages 9 through 99 are welcome. The chorus will perform several times throughout the year, principally in December and in the spring.
If you’ve never experienced the magic of singing in a choir, or if you’ve always thought of yourself as someone who “just can’t sing”, this is a great way to start.

Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts!
2022-10-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, 35 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts!
Wednesdays 10 – 11am
Come join us at the Sanctuary Exploration Center across from the Santa Cruz Wharf each Wednesday morning to do some ocean-themed crafts, listen to a story, and explore the Exploration Center!

Outside Toddler Time Capitola
2022-10-26 11:00 - 11:30 | Capitola Library, 2005 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
Outside Toddler Time Capitola
Wednesdays 11 – 11:20am, through December 14

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 while spending valuable social time with other children and their caregivers. Please arrive on time. Let’s play and learn together!
We will meet outside by the planter next to the playground.
https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9518033
Kids 0-3 years

Toddler & Preschool Storytime at Boulder Creek
2022-10-26 11:00 - 11:30 | Boulder Creek Library, 13390 W Park Ave, Boulder Creek, CA, United States
Toddler & Preschool Storytime at Boulder Creek
Wednesdays 11am, June 29 – July 27

Come join Librarian Jackie for stories, songs, and lots of fun for toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers in our beautiful, newly-rennovated Boulder Creek Library Branch every Wednesday at 11am.
Outdoor or indoor–weather and activity-dependent
https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9416790

Make and Explore at Boulder Creek
2022-10-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Boulder Creek Library, 13390 W Park Ave, Boulder Creek, CA, United States
Make and Explore at Boulder Creek
Wednesdays 2 – 4pm through December 28
Make and explore STEAM possibilities at Boulder Creek Branch Library!
Every week we will have a new project idea for you to build or explore. Projects will include Science, Arts & Crafts, including model building, and exploration of the environment around us.
Best for children 6+. Children under 6 yrs old will need an adult present to help them. Expect to get messy! The program will take place in the Boulder Creek Library Community Room and / or amphitheater.
https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9550805

R.E.A.D.: Reach Every Amazing Detail
2022-10-26 15:00 - 17:00 | Capitola Branch Library, 2005 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
R.E.A.D.: Reach Every Amazing Detail
Wednesdays 3 – 5pm through March 1, 2023

R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers.
Wednesdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at Capitola and La Selva Beach Libraries. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only.
For more information or to register, contact SCPL Telephone Information: 831-427-7713 or elibrary@santacruzpl.org

Reading in the Redwoods Book Club
2022-10-26 18:00 | Virtual, CA, United States
Reading in the Redwoods
4th Wednesday, 6 – 7:30pm
Felton – Virtual Book Discussion
The book for June is The Red Tent, by Anita Diamant. The Red Tent is a reimagining of the story of Dinah, the only daughter of Jacob, the man who, according to the Bible wrestled an angel and won the name ‘Israel’ and whose 12 sons became the 12 tribes of Israel.
Reading in the Redwoods book group meets monthly on the 4th Wednesday at 6:00 pm. Registration is required to get the Zoom invite.
Registration is required. There are 8 seats available. https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/8993008
6121 Gushee Street

Wednesday Night Sailboat Races
2022-10-26 18:30 - 20:00 | Santa Cruz Harbor, 135 5th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
Wednesday Night Sailboat Races
Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8pm, April through October
Wednesday Night Sailboat Races begin for the season in March (with Daylight Savings), and run through fall ending in October. Wednesday Night Races begin at 6:30 pm – 8 pm. For more information on races / regattas highlights, contact the Santa Cruz Yacht Club at (831) 425-0690, or visit their website Santa Cruz Yacht Club.

NAMI Family Support Group ​for Parents/Caregivers of Youth
2022-10-26 18:30 - 20:00 | Zoom, CA, United States
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 to help continue this free, easily accessible, and educational support group.
Nami also offers a support group for Spanish speakers every Tuesday night from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m., for all loved ones of those with mental health challenges.
All parents or caregivers are encouraged to join – there does not need to be a formal diagnosis. Common themes of those who attend our support groups include caring for teens who experience depression and anxiety, substance abuse, outbursts of anger, and other challenges like mania, hallucinations, or paranoia.:30 -8pm
Please email me or call the Nami office at 831-824-0406 with any questions about our groups and/or using Zoom or if you are interested in being a facilitator.
https://www.namiscc.org/parentscaregivers-of-youth-11-17…
To attend our groups, please complete the registration form below. You will immediately receive an email with the Zoom link. You will only need to do this once, and will be able to use the same link for all Parents/Caregivers of Youth support groups moving forward.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Sculpture IS In the Garden
2022-10-27 | Sierra Azul, 2660 East Lake Avenue (Highway 152), Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Sculpture IS In the Garden
Daily through October 31
Sculpture IS: In the Garden 2022, marks our sixteenth sculpture exhibit in partnership with Sierra Azul Nursery and Gardens in Watsonville, CA.
Curators Susana Arias, Hedwig Heerschop, and Jeff Rosendale selected over ninety sculptures created by forty-eight artists and collaborators.
Visit the stunning two-acre demonstration garden, relax under the umbrellas, and spend an afternoon enjoying the exhibit.

Preschool Storytime Felton
2022-10-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Felton Branch Library- New, 6121 Gushee St., Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Preschool Storytime Felton
Thursdays, Felton, 11am – 12pm, through Dec. 22

Preschool Storytime Felton meets in the the Felton Library to share stories, songs, and rhymes in a safe environment. This 60 minute program is intended for children aged 0-6. Do-it-yourself craft kits will be provided every week.
Join Librarian Jackie in JJune for a storytime celebrating Pride Month! Sing songs, read stories, and take away a “DIY rainbow dancer” craft kit!
https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9416771

Housing Matters Family Outreach
2022-10-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Downtown Library, 224 Church St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Housing Matters Family Outreach
Thursdays 1 – 3pm, beginning October 27 – February 16

Team Weekly at the Downtown Santa Cruz Library

The Housing Matters Family Outreach Team will be available at the Santa Cruz Public Libraries Downtown Branch every week from 1 to 3 p.m. on Thursdays beginning October 27th. The Team will assist families experiencing homeless access resources, navigate housing, and meet with the Housing Matters Team. This is a drop-in service – first come, first served.
Learn more about Housing Matters:
831-458-6020
contact@housingmatterssc.org
https://housingmatterssc.org/

Teen Zine Club
2022-10-27 15:00 - 16:00 | Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066, United States
Teen Zine Club
4th Thursdays, 3 – 4pm
Are you looking for a creative outlet? Do you like DIY projects? Then, the Teen Zine Club is the place you need to be!
Zine is a DIY small circulating self-published media that shows your original work or a compilation of your favorite text, info, images and more. Open to all tweens and teens to join! We will meet every 4th Thursday of the month at the Fireside Meeting Room in Scotts Valley Library Branch.
For more info, please contact Iván Llamas at llamasi@santacruzpl.org or 831-427-7700 ext 7752
https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9471056

Make and Explore at Felton Library
2022-10-27 15:00 - 17:00 | Felton Branch Library- New, 6121 Gushee St., Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Make and Explore at Felton Library
Thursdays 3 – 5pm through January 5, 2023
Make and explore STEAM possibilities at Felton Branch Library!
Every week we will have a new project idea for you to build or explore. Projects will include Science, Arts & Crafts, including model building, and exploration of the environment around us.
Best for children 6+. Children under 6 yrs old will need an adult present to help them. Expect to get messy! The program will take place in the Felton Library Community Room and / or patio.
