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SUMMARY:Start Smart Driving Education for Teens and their Parents
DESCRIPTION:Start Smart Driving Education for Teens (12-18) & their Parents\nMonday\, January 29\, 6-7pm \nStart Smart Driving Education for Teens (12-18) & their Parents\, January 29. In an effort to prepare young drivers to drive responsibly\, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is offering new driver education class for new drivers and their parents. Start Smart\, presented by the CHP\, addresses such topics as the safe driving practices\, the rules of the road\, and new driver license requirements. Contact your nearest CHP Area office to confirm your registration to this free class. \nCONTACT CHP Santa Cruz Office at 831-219-0200 to register \nCapitola Branch Library – Main library will be closed\, however the community room will be open to class participants.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/start-smart-driving-education-for-teens-and-their-parents/
LOCATION:Capitola Library\, 2005 Wharf Road\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Family Events,Free Events,Library Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240131T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154024
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SUMMARY:Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts!
DESCRIPTION:Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts!\nWednesdays 10 – 11am \nCome 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!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/toddler-time-ocean-storytime-and-crafts-2/2024-01-31/
LOCATION:Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center\, 35 Pacific Ave\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Book Events,Free Events,Play Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240131T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240131T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T024558Z
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SUMMARY:Preschool Storytime at Garfield Park Library
DESCRIPTION:Preschool Storytime at Garfield Park Library\nJanuary 10 – April 24\, 10:30 – 11am \nJoin us at the Garfield Park Branch Library for storytime!  We’ll share stories\, songs\, and rhymes in a safe environment. \nDo-it-yourself craft kits will be provided every week. \nAges 2 – 6
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/preschool-storytime-at-garfield-park-library/2024-01-31/
LOCATION:Garfield Park Library\, 705 Woodrow Avenue\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240131T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240131T112000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154024
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T030415Z
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SUMMARY: Preschool Storytime at Capitola Library
DESCRIPTION: Preschool Storytime at Capitola Library\nTuesdays 11 – 11:45am\, January 24 – May 1\n \nJoin us  for Preschool Storytime at Capitola Library. \n\nStoryTime is a weekly early literacy program for families with children ages 0-5 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! \n\nhttps://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/11939363
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/preschool-storytime-capitola-2/2024-01-31/
LOCATION:Capitola Library\, 2005 Wharf Road\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240202
DTSTAMP:20260405T154024
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SUMMARY:Watsonville Reads
DESCRIPTION:Watsonville Reads\nWatsonville Reads is a community engagement program that aims to bring people together through the shared reading experience of books tied to a particular theme. This year’s Watsonville Reads theme is “Bringing Awareness to Japanese and Japanese Americans History\, Culture and Heritage”. Watsonville Reads will feature book discussions\, craft-making programs and writing workshops. \nWe have selected two books that are representative of our selected theme and are intended to inspire and foster lively discussions: \n“The Buddha in the Attic” by Julie Otsuka \n“Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet” by Jamie Ford. \nWe have the books available in English in our collection as individual copies at both the Main and Freedom Libraries or as part of our book club kits at the Main Library. \n~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ \nWatsonville Reads es un programa de participación comunitaria que tiene como objetivo unir a la gente a través de la experiencia compartida sobre la lectura relacionada con un tema en particular. El tema este año es “Crear conciencia sobre la historia\, la cultura y el legado japonés y japonés americano”. Watsonville Reads ofrecerá charlas sobre libros\, programas de manualidades y talleres de escritura. \nHemos seleccionado dos libros que son representativos del tema elegido y que pretenden inspirar y fomentar animados debates: \n“The Buddha in the Attic” by Julie Otsuka \n“Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet” by Jamie Ford \nTenemos los libros disponibles en inglés en nuestra colección como copias individuales en la Biblioteca Principal y la Sucursal Freedom o como parte de nuestros kits para clubs de lectura en la Biblioteca Principal.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/watsonville-reads/2024-02-01/
LOCATION:Watsonville Public Library\, 275 Main St Suite 100\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Library Special,Teen Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T170000
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SUMMARY:Knitting Group at Live Oak Library
DESCRIPTION:Knitting Group at Live Oak Library\nFridays 11am – 1pm through\n \nCome join our knitting event every Friday at Live Oak Library! If you’re looking for something fun and relaxing to do\, come knit with us! Bring your own yarn\, knitting needles\, and any other crafting materials you’d like. We welcome crochet and cross stitch enthusiasts too!  \nAll ages welcome!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/knitting-group-at-live-oak-library/2024-02-02/
LOCATION:Live Oak Library\, 2380 Portola Drive\, Live Oak\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154024
CREATED:20240107T021120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T012057Z
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SUMMARY:Preschool Storytime at Scotts Valley
DESCRIPTION:Preschool Storytime at Scotts Valley\nFridays 11 – 11:30am\, through May 3\n \nJoin Librarian Emily for stories\, songs\, and lots of fun for preschoolers and their caregivers in our beautiful\, newly-renovated Scotts Valley Library Branch every Friday at 11am.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/preschool-storytime-at-scotts-valley-2/2024-02-02/
LOCATION:Scotts Valley Library\, 251 Kings Village Road\, Scotts Valley\, CA\, 95066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154024
CREATED:20221014T074823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T074823Z
UID:10000456-1706871600-1706877000@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:New Support Group Stillbirth & Infant Loss Support
DESCRIPTION:New Support Group Stillbirth & Infant Loss Support\nJoin us on the 1st and 3rd Friday\, 11am – 12:30pm\, beginning June 17 \nThis 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 an isolating and devastating experience. This group is led by trained peer facilitators who have also experienced infant loss.< \nOur groups are 90 minutes (1.5 hours) in length. The first ~30 minutes is providing information\, education\, and establishing group guidelines. The next ~60 minutes is “talk time\,” in which group members share and talk with each other. Group members must be present for the group guidelines before joining in the discussion or “talk time.” \nRegister at http://bit.ly/FindSupportGroup
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/new-support-group-stillbirth-infant-loss-support/2024-02-02/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154024
CREATED:20221105T165505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221105T165505Z
UID:10009434-1706871600-1706889600@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Free Day Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
DESCRIPTION:Free Day Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\n\nFirst Fridays of the Month\, 11am – 4pm\n\n\nHey! Free day! Pop-on by for a dose of nature connectedness.\n\n\n\nAccess to the Museum is for everyone\, which is why we offer free admission every month on the first Friday. Join us.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/free-day-santa-cruz-museum-of-natural-history/2024-02-02/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Family Events,Free Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History":MAILTO:info@santacruzmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154024
CREATED:20240212T131533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T003751Z
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SUMMARY:Make and Explore Live Oak Library
DESCRIPTION:Make and Explore  Live Oak Library\nFridays\, 3 – 4:30pm through June 14\n \n\nEvery week at Live Oak Library we will have a new project idea for you to make or explore including Science\, Arts & Crafts\, Model building\, and Exploration of the environment around us. \nPlease allow at least 30 minutes to complete a project.  \n Teens 12-18 years       Kids 6-11 years
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/make-and-explore-live-oak-library-3/2024-02-02/
LOCATION:Live Oak Library\, 2380 Portola Drive\, Live Oak\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Library Ongoing
ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Library":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154024
CREATED:20211022T171512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211022T173530Z
UID:10005869-1706886000-1706893200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Friday Pet Food Pantry
DESCRIPTION:Friday Pet Food Pantry\nFridays 2-5pm \nJust a friendly reminder that our Pet Food Pantry is still happening every Friday from 3-5pm!  \nDonate anytime!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/friday-pet-food-pantry/2024-02-02/
LOCATION:SPCA\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Volunteer Opportunities
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ORGANIZER;CN="SPCA":MAILTO:info@spcasc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240202T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154024
CREATED:20240126T005519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T005519Z
UID:10023894-1706889600-1706896800@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Toy Swap at Watsonville Library
DESCRIPTION:Toy Swap at Watsonville Library\nFriday\, February 2\, 4 – 6pm; Trade your voucher for a toy\n \n\n\n\n\nPatrons can “purchase” a toy with a voucher earned from donating a toy at the Main Library on Friday\, February 2 from 4:00-6:00pm.\n\n\n\nAny items that remain after the Toy Swap will be donated to local non-profit organizations.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/toy-swap-at-watsonville-library-2/
LOCATION:Watsonville Public Library\, 275 Main St Suite 100\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240203T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154024
CREATED:20240123T024403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T024403Z
UID:10023071-1706947200-1706979600@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Above and Below California’s Ocean Photography
DESCRIPTION:Above and Below California’s Ocean through the photography of Marc Shargel\nJanuary – March \nEnjoy beautiful projected photos of a diversity of subjects\, including underwater images from around the world\, eclipses\, and western landscapes. Learn about California’s endangered kelp forest ecosystem and efforts to save it. \nPresenter Bio: Felton resident Marc Shargel has been a professional nature photographer for 35 years. He is author of four books on the marine life of the California coast\, a noted marine conservationist and frequent speaker throughout the state. \nMarc’s photographs will be mounted in the Felton Library from January to March 2024.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/above-and-below-californias-ocean-photography/2024-02-03/
LOCATION:Felton Library\, 6121 Gushee Street\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Special
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154024
CREATED:20230120T150206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T150206Z
UID:10015944-1706950800-1706961600@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Home Depot Kids Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Home Depot Kids Workshops\n1st Saturdays of the month\, 9am – 12pm \n\n\n\n\nJoin us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops.\n\n\nSoquel \, 2600 41st Avenue\, Soquel\, 95073\,  (831)462-5650    Register\n\n\n\n\n\n\n355 S Green Valley Rd\, Watsonville\, CA 95076\,(831)786-9877\,    Register\n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/home-depot-kids-workshops/2024-02-03/
LOCATION:Home Depot Watsonville\, 355 S Green Valley Rd\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Family Events,Free Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240203T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154024
CREATED:20240130T013805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T014114Z
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SUMMARY:World Wetlands Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:World Wetlands Day 2024\nSaturday\, February 3\, 9:30am – 1pm\n\nJoin us on Saturday\, February 3rd\, at Struve Slough to celebrate World Wetlands Day with a wetlands restoration project\, litter clean-up\, educational activities hosted by local environmental and climate organizations\, live music\, and lunch! Meet us by the butterfly statue near the Struve Slough trailhead\, located in the lower parking lot of the Watsonville Square (Nob Hill) shopping center on Main Street (see map). Registration begins at 9:30am; this free\, family-friendly event runs from 10am-1pm. See our website for more details.\n\nMany thanks to our event partners – the City of Watsonville\, California Climate Action Corps\, and California Volunteers – and event sponsors Fourth District County Supervisor Felipe Hernandez and the California Volunteers Fund. \n\n\nÚnase a nosotros el sábado 3 de febrero en Struve Slough para celebrar el Día Mundial de los Humedales con un proyecto de restauración de humedales\, limpieza de basura\, actividades educativas organizadas por organizaciones ambientales y climáticas locales\, música en vivo y almuerzo. Encuéntrenos junto a la estatua de la mariposa cerca del comienzo del sendero Struve Slough\, ubicada en el estacionamiento inferior del centro comercial Watsonville Square (Nob Hill) en Main Street (vea mapa). La inscripción comienza a las 9:30 am. Este evento gratuito y familiar se lleva a cabo de 10 am a 1 pm. Consulte nuestro sitio web para obtener más detalles.\nMuchas gracias a nuestros socios del evento la ciudad de Watsonville\, el Cuerpo de Acción Climática de California y los Voluntarios de California y a los patrocinadores del evento\, el Supervisor del Condado del Cuarto Distrito\, Felipe Hernández\, y el Fondo de Voluntarios de California.\n\nPara registrarse en línea\, visite https://events.californiavolunteers.ca.gov/opp…/oxG3M3QRnR (enlace en bio).
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/world-wetlands-day-2024/
LOCATION:Struve Slough\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Parks,Volunteer Opportunities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Watsonville Wetlands Watch":MAILTO:info@watsonvillewetlandswatch.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154024
CREATED:20221202T224417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221228T145458Z
UID:10014048-1706954400-1706961600@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Daughters & Sons of the Beach Ukele Jam
DESCRIPTION:Daughters and Sons of the Beach Ukele Jam\nSaturdays\, 10am – 12pm\n \nStrum Along every Saturday 10am -12pm\, on the beach behind the Crow’s Nest\nUpcoming Uke Song List \nStrum Along every Wed 3:30 pm\, on the beach behind the Crow’s Nest \nOldies but Goodies Movie Clips Search SOB old handouts \n\n\n  Sons of the Beach – Paul Ruiz – paulatthebeach@hotmail.com m
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/daughters-and-sons-of-the-beach-ukele-jam-2/2024-02-03/
LOCATION:Beach behind Crow’s Nest\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment & Performances,Family Events,Free Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154024
CREATED:20240201T142540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T143903Z
UID:10023905-1706954400-1706961600@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Open House at Santa Cruz Montessori
DESCRIPTION:Open House at Santa Cruz Montessori\nSaturday\, February 3\, 10am – 12pm \nSanta Cruz Montessori is having an open house this Saturday. It is open to everyone!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/open-house-at-santa-cruz-montessori/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Montessori School\, 6230 Soquel Dr.\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,School Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Montessori School":MAILTO:dev@scms.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240203T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154024
CREATED:20240201T155042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T155042Z
UID:10023906-1706983200-1706986800@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Branciforte Middle School Open House
DESCRIPTION:Branciforte Middle School Open House\nSaturday\, February 3\, 6-7pm \nPOSTPONED OWING TO STORM \n  \n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/branciforte-middle-school-open-house/
LOCATION:Branciforte Middle School\, 315 Poplar Ave\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,School Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240205T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154024
CREATED:20240121T232247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T001900Z
UID:10025430-1707136200-1707141600@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Knitting at the Felton Library
DESCRIPTION:Knitting at the Felton Library\nMondays\, 12:30 – 2pm\, through June 17\n \n\nJoin us every Monday afternoon at the Felton Branch for a knitting party. All you need to do is bring some yarn and knitting needles. All ages are welcome.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/knitting-at-the-felton-library-3/2024-02-05/
LOCATION:Felton Library\, 6121 Gushee Street\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Support Groups,Teen Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240205T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240205T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154024
CREATED:20240104T145225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T145225Z
UID:10023004-1707148800-1707156000@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Grupo Triple P: Para familias con niños 2-12 años
DESCRIPTION:Grupo Triple P: Para familias con niños 2-12 años\nCada lunes\, del 22 de enero al 18 de marzo\, 2024 • 4 – 6 pm\n(Excepto el 19 de febrero) \nInscríbase para reservar su lugar y obtener el cuidado de sus niños GRATIS: https://bit.ly/Grupo-Ene2024 \nAsista por 8 semanas a este grupo GRATIS de Triple P para conocer a otras familias y aprender estrategias sencillas que le ayudarán a:\n• Fortalecer las relaciones en su familia\n• Fomentar comportamientos positivos\n• Enseñarle a su niño habilidades y comportamientos nuevos\n• Manejar las conductas disruptivas o problemáticas con mayor confianza\n• Cuidar de sí mismo como padre \nLugar: Live Oak Recursos Comunitarios\, Sala de Reunión\, 1740 17th Ave\, Santa Cruz \nLas inscripciones son limitadas y se cerrarán después de la segunda clase.\nLos participantes que asistan a todas las clases recibirán un Certificado de Finalización. \nEste grupo Triple P es gratis y está abierto a todas las familias con niños de 2 – 12 años del condado de Santa Cruz.\n¿Tiene preguntas? Comuníquese con Juanita Rodriguez al (831) 476-7284 Ext. 102 o juanitar@cbridges.org
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/grupo-triple-p-para-familias-con-ninos-2-12-anos/2024-02-05/
LOCATION:Live Oak Community Resources\, 1740 17th Ave\, Santa Cruz (Live Oak)\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Parent Workshops,Support Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Triple P":MAILTO:triplep@first5scc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240205T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154024
CREATED:20240125T152924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T152924Z
UID:10023887-1707156000-1707163200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Sci-Fi Flicks at Aptos Library
DESCRIPTION:Sci-Fi Flicks at Aptos Library\nMonday\, February 5\, 6 – 8pm \nCome to the brand-new Aptos Branch Library one day after its Grand Opening for a sci-fi movie night that celebrates the imagination and creativity of the Hugo Award winners! \n🍿 Come to the Betty Leonard Community Room to find community. This will be a monthly event. Snacks will be provided!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/sci-fi-flicks-at-aptos-library/
LOCATION:Aptos Branch Library\, 7695 Soquel Drive\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment & Performances,Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Library Special
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240206T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240206T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154024
CREATED:20240123T231807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T172444Z
UID:10023881-1707244200-1707247800@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Alternative Family Education: AFE Prospective Family Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Alternative Family Education: AFE Prospective Family Meeting\nTuesday\, 6:30 – 7:30pm\, February 6 or Monday\, 6:30 – 7:30pm\, March 11 \nCome to a 2024 Alternative Family Education: AFE Prospective Family Meeting. \nJoin us for a 2024 Perspective Families Meeting to learn about how you can create an individualized learning experience with your child in this inclusive community! We are a vibrant homeschool community that includes teacher-led classes in core subjects\, community-led learning/field trips/events/clubs\, and an abundant resource center with a staffed resource specialist. We provide enrichment offerings such as arts\, theater\, sports and more. Our program includes school district support services and allows for concurrent enrollment in other schools and colleges.\n*Childcare provided \nAlternative Family Education (AFE) is an independent home study school designed by and for homeschool families that provides K-12 grade students and families an individualized approach to education\, with the full support of school district resources & collaboration with credentialed teacher consultants. \n185 Benito Ave.\, Santa Cruz\nEmail us at: ayalayounger@sccs.net\nOr visit our website: https://www.bssc.sccs.net/afe \n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/alternative-family-education-afe-prospective-family-meeting/2024-02-06/
LOCATION:Alternative Family Education\, 840 North Branciforte Ave\,\, Santa Cruz\, CO\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,School Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alternative Family Education":MAILTO:nancyaylsworth@sccs.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154024
CREATED:20221017T201400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T015354Z
UID:10008217-1707300000-1707303600@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts!
DESCRIPTION:Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts!\nWednesdays 10 – 11am \nCome 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!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/toddler-time-ocean-storytime-and-crafts-2/2024-02-07/
LOCATION:Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center\, 35 Pacific Ave\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Book Events,Free Events,Play Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Monterey Bay Marine National Sanctuary":MAILTO:chelsea.prindle@noaa.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240207T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154025
CREATED:20240123T023606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T024558Z
UID:10023136-1707301800-1707303600@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Preschool Storytime at Garfield Park Library
DESCRIPTION:Preschool Storytime at Garfield Park Library\nJanuary 10 – April 24\, 10:30 – 11am \nJoin us at the Garfield Park Branch Library for storytime!  We’ll share stories\, songs\, and rhymes in a safe environment. \nDo-it-yourself craft kits will be provided every week. \nAges 2 – 6
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/preschool-storytime-at-garfield-park-library/2024-02-07/
LOCATION:Garfield Park Library\, 705 Woodrow Avenue\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240207T112000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154025
CREATED:20240123T025947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T030415Z
UID:10023868-1707303600-1707304800@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY: Preschool Storytime at Capitola Library
DESCRIPTION: Preschool Storytime at Capitola Library\nTuesdays 11 – 11:45am\, January 24 – May 1\n \nJoin us  for Preschool Storytime at Capitola Library. \n\nStoryTime is a weekly early literacy program for families with children ages 0-5 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! \n\nhttps://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/11939363
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/preschool-storytime-capitola-2/2024-02-07/
LOCATION:Capitola Library\, 2005 Wharf Road\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240209
DTSTAMP:20260405T154025
CREATED:20240205T235928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T235928Z
UID:10023931-1707350400-1707436799@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Watsonville Reads
DESCRIPTION:Watsonville Reads\nWatsonville Reads is a community engagement program that aims to bring people together through the shared reading experience of books tied to a particular theme. This year’s Watsonville Reads theme is “Bringing Awareness to Japanese and Japanese Americans History\, Culture and Heritage”. Watsonville Reads will feature book discussions\, craft-making programs and writing workshops. \nWe have selected two books that are representative of our selected theme and are intended to inspire and foster lively discussions: \n“The Buddha in the Attic” by Julie Otsuka \n“Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet” by Jamie Ford. \nWe have the books available in English in our collection as individual copies at both the Main and Freedom Libraries or as part of our book club kits at the Main Library. \n~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ \nWatsonville Reads es un programa de participación comunitaria que tiene como objetivo unir a la gente a través de la experiencia compartida sobre la lectura relacionada con un tema en particular. El tema este año es “Crear conciencia sobre la historia\, la cultura y el legado japonés y japonés americano”. Watsonville Reads ofrecerá charlas sobre libros\, programas de manualidades y talleres de escritura. \nHemos seleccionado dos libros que son representativos del tema elegido y que pretenden inspirar y fomentar animados debates: \n“The Buddha in the Attic” by Julie Otsuka \n“Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet” by Jamie Ford \nTenemos los libros disponibles en inglés en nuestra colección como copias individuales en la Biblioteca Principal y la Sucursal Freedom o como parte de nuestros kits para clubs de lectura en la Biblioteca Principal.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/watsonville-reads/2024-02-08/
LOCATION:Watsonville Public Library\, 275 Main St Suite 100\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Library Special,Teen Activities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240208T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240208T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154025
CREATED:20230205T212044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230205T215818Z
UID:10016249-1707384600-1707384600@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Kirby School Campus Tour
DESCRIPTION:Kirby School Campus Tour\nThursday\, February 9\, 9:30 am \nTake advantage of our weekly drop-in tour with Admissions Director\, Emily Lamoureux. No registrations necessary\, just show up any Thursday at 9:30am ready to embark on an approximately hour-long tour of campus. Thursdays aren’t good for you? No problem…Emily offers individualized campus tours at your convenience. Email admissions@kirby.org to set one up.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/kirby-school-campus-tour/2024-02-08/
LOCATION:Kirby School\, 425 Encinal St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,School Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kirby School":MAILTO:pberardo@kirby.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240208T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240208T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154025
CREATED:20240124T211014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T152205Z
UID:10023885-1707384600-1707390000@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Mount Madonna Pre & K Discover Day
DESCRIPTION:Mount Madonna Pre & K Discover Day\nThursday\, February 8\, 9:30 – 11am \nJoin us for Mount Madonna’s Pre & K Discover Day. \nParents with preschool and kindergarten-age children are invited to come and learn about Mount Madonna’s unique approach to early childhood education: arts and crafts\, baking and lots of outdoor exploration. This is a family-friendly event.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/mount-madonna-pre-k-discover-day-2/
LOCATION:Mount Madonna School\, 491 Summit Rd\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,School Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mount Madonna School":MAILTO:school@mountmadonnaschool.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240208T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240208T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154025
CREATED:20240205T000611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T000611Z
UID:10023907-1707384600-1707390000@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Mount Madonna Pre & K Discovery Day
DESCRIPTION:Mount Madonna Pre & K Discovery Day\nThursday\, February 9\, 9:30 – 11am \nParents with preschool and kindergarten-age children are invited to come and learn about Mount Madonna’s Pre-K Discovery Day.  This unique approach to early childhood education: arts and crafts\, baking and lots of outdoor exploration is a family-friendly event.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/mount-madonna-pre-k-discovery-day/
LOCATION:Mount Madonna School\, 491 Summit Rd\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,School Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mount Madonna School":MAILTO:school@mountmadonnaschool.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240209T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T154025
CREATED:20231101T124729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T011242Z
UID:10022625-1707465600-1707498000@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Knitting Group at Live Oak Library
DESCRIPTION:Knitting Group at Live Oak Library\nFridays 11am – 1pm through\n \nCome join our knitting event every Friday at Live Oak Library! If you’re looking for something fun and relaxing to do\, come knit with us! Bring your own yarn\, knitting needles\, and any other crafting materials you’d like. We welcome crochet and cross stitch enthusiasts too!  \nAll ages welcome!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/knitting-group-at-live-oak-library/2024-02-09/
LOCATION:Live Oak Library\, 2380 Portola Drive\, Live Oak\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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