Friday Pet Food Pantry
SPCA CA, United StatesFriday Pet Food Pantry Fridays 2-5pm Just a friendly reminder that our Pet Food Pantry is still happening every Friday from 3-5pm! Donate anytime!
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Free Events
Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party
The Lot 1111 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CASanta Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party Fridays, May 30 - August 29, 5:00 to 8:30ish The Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 5th year—every Friday from May 30th to August 29th. We’re re-imagining the event, and we can’t wait to share the details with you! In the meantime, we’re […]
WPENS Open House
WPENS 250 California St., Santa Cruz, CAWPENS Open House Saturday, August 30, 10am - 12pm Come check out the Westside Parent Education Nursery School (WPENS)! Come see our classroom and amazing outdoor yard at 250 California Ave in Santa Cruz WPENS is a school for families. WPENS provides: a community that supports your whole family, valuable social skills for your child, […]
Weekend Ranger Nature Programs for Kids Big Basin
Big Basin Park 21600 Big Basin Way,, Boulder Creek, CA, United StatesWeekend 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 […]
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Guided Walk: Big Basin: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Big Basin Park 21600 Big Basin Way,, Boulder Creek, CA, United StatesGuided 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 […]
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Splashfest at Garrahan Park
Garahan Park 15555 Hwy 9, Boulder Creek, CASplashfest at Garrahan Park Saturday, August 30, 11am – 5pm Dive into a day of water-filled fun! Join us for a family-friendly event featuring: Water Wall – Experiment and play with an interactive setup of tubing, funnels, and pouring station Waterball Arena – Like paintball, but with reusable water balloons! Water Balloon Fights – Classic […]
Free Workshop “Give Your Kids Wings to Fly”
Next Space Coworking (Opp Abbott Square, downtown Santa Cruz) Next Space Coworking, Opposite Abbott Square, Santa Cruz, CA"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 […]
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Redwood Loop Tour Henry Cowell Redwoods
Henry Cowell State Park 101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA, United StatesRedwood 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 […]
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Stuffie Hide & Seek
Aptos Library 7695 Soquel Dr,, Aptos, CAStuffie Hide & Seek Friday, August 1, 10am - 6pm Every day through December 1 A cuddly, book-loving stuffed animal is hiding in the Children’s Room—can you track it down? Explore the shelves, uncover fun books and surprises, and when you find the critter, let a librarian know to earn a sticker prize! This passive […]
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Labor Day Barbecue and Fish Fry
Veterans Memorial Building 840 Front St., Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesLabor Day Barbecue and Fish Fry Monday, September 1, 12 - 2:30pm Enjoy a Traditional Labor Day barbecue and fish-fry: Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Fish, Potato Salad & Vegetarian Options Santa Cruz has a long history of honoring labor and serving its veterans, the unhoused and those in our community of very limited means. This year, […]
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Community Day Free Admission!
UCSC Arboretum 120 Arboretum Road, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesCommunity 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 […]
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Music at the Downtown Farmers Market
Downtown Farmers Market Cedar St & Lincoln St, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesMusic at the Downtown Farmers Market 1st Wednesdays 1:30-4pm, August through October The library is partnering with the Downtown Farmers Market to support our local musicians in Santa Cruz County. Come shop at the market and enjoy a live concert! First Wednesday of the month, August-October.
Mah Jongg Club – Hong Kong Style
Aptos Library 7695 Soquel Dr,, Aptos, CAMah 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, […]
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Future-Ready Innovators: Free 2-Hour Intro Workshop
NextSpace Coworking Santa Cruz (Opp Abbott Square) 101 Cooper St, Santa Cruz, CA, PhilippinesFuture-Ready Innovators: Free 2-Hour Intro Workshop Thursdays 4-6pm, starting September 4 Watch your child’s creative ideas come to life with 3D printing! Join our 3D Entrepreneurs Club for a fun and engaging free 2-hour intro workshop designed for kids ages 8–12. In this 2-hour session, kids will explore creativity, confidence, and community while learning the […]
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New Support Group Stillbirth & Infant Loss Support
Zoom CA, United StatesNew Support Group Stillbirth & Infant Loss Support Join us on the 1st and 3rd Friday, 11am - 12:30pm, beginning June 17 This support group is for parents who have experienced stillbirth or early infant loss. Our group is here to provide support and connection to parents as we know losing a baby can be […]
