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 […]
Merlyn Moreno Art Show Reception Reception: Saturday, August 2, 3-5pm; On view through September 30 Merlyn Moreno's paintings will be on view at the Aptos Branch Library from July 1st through September 30th, with a reception for the artist on Saturday, August 2nd from 3:00- 5:00 PM. A resident of Santa Cruz County (Aptos & […]
"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 […]
Wee Kirk Market 1st Sundays, 9am - pm, June 1 - October 5 and Saturday, December13: HOLIDAY MARKET (4-8 pm) Join us at Wee Kirk Market, a charming, old-fashioned farmers and makers market celebrating local artisans, farmers, musicians, and food vendors. Enjoy fresh produce, handcrafted goods, live music, and delicious eats in the heart of […]
Weekend Ranger Nature Programs for Kids, Big Basin Redwoods State Park– All Summer Long! Saturdays and Sundays through August 31 Little Rangers ages 3–6 – Saturdays at 10:00 AM (30-minute program) Perfect for children ages 3-6 and their families. Each session features a fun, engaging topic like “Furry Friends of the Forest” or “All About […]
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 […]
Cabrillo Festival Family Concert Sunday, August 3, 1 - 3pm Join us for a musical adventure the whole family will love! Dive into Karen LeFrak's Sleepover at the Museum, a playful symphonic scavenger hunt, and Frank Duarte's Xhnisa. Get up close with the orchestra and explore the magic of music— fun, interactive, and totally FREE […]
Community Day Free Admission! First Tuesdays, 9am - 5pm The first Tuesday of each month, Community Day, the Arboretum is open and free for visitors. See dates and times UC Santa Cruz Arboretum & Botanic Garden is open. NOTE: Due to limited parking at the Arboretum and the popularity of Community Day, we greatly encourage […]
Virtual Author Talk with Smithsonian Biologist Jay Falk Tuesday, August 5, 11am - 12pm The Stories, Science, and History of Birds with Smithsonian Biologist Jay Falk Delve into the fascinating world of birds through astonishing photography and clear explanations in this absorbing global guide, The Bird Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Birds. Birds are […]
National Night Out Tuesday, August 5, 3 - 7pm Join us on August 5 for National Night Out! Free community celebration for the whole family! Come for the food, raffle resources, games, entertainment, and more as we celebrate our community together! Pinto Lake County Park
Capitola Twilight Concerts Wednesdays 6pm, June 11 - August 27 Join us for the Capitola Twilight Concerts are hosted on Wednesday evenings during the summer months. All concerts begin at 6 p.m.and take place at the Esplanade bandstand in Capitola Village. These free events are made possible by the generousity of our sponsors. June 11 […]
Encouraging Creativity Workshop Wednesday, August 6, 6 – 7:30 pm FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN UP TO 12 YEARS OLD Attend this FREE parenting workshop to learn: -How participating in art, music, dance, drama and other creative activities promotes children’s learning, development, and well-being. -Tips for encouraging children to express their creativity through different activities. Presented […]
Mah Jongg Club - Hong Kong Style Thursdays, 2 - 4pm, through December 18 Welcome players of all levels - the experienced and the newly curious! Connect with fellow Mahjong enthusiasts and build a supportive community. Share experiences, exchange tips, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow learners. I host a Beginner's Learning Table EVERY week, […]
Encouraging Creativity Workshop Thursday, August 7, 6 – 7:30pm FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN UP TO 12 YEARS OLD Attend this FREE parenting workshop to learn: -How participating in art, music, dance, drama and other creative activities promotes children’s learning, development, and well-being. -Tips for encouraging children to express their creativity through different activities. Presented IN […]
Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) 3rd Fridays, 11am - 12:30pm, March 15 - December 20 Join us at the Aptos Branch Library for an engaging and dynamic book group experience: Bring Your Own Book (BYOB). This innovative program encourages participants to bring along a book of their choice and share their thoughts, insights, and perspectives […]
