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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/2026-04-17/
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:20260418T100000
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SUMMARY:Elkhorn Slough Free Weekend Tours
DESCRIPTION:Elkhorn Slough Free Tour of the Preserve\nEvery Saturday AND Sunday\, 10 am and 11 am \n\nGuided hikes with naturalists are offered at 10am and 11am every Saturday and Sunday on a first-come\, first-served basis. Sign up for tours at the Visitor Center front desk. If you have questions\, call (831) 728-2822.\n\n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/elkhorn-slough-free-weekend-tours/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Elkhorn Slough\, 1700 Elkhorn Road\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks,Teen Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T120000
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SUMMARY:Guided Walk: Big Basin: Yesterday\, Today\, and Tomorrow
DESCRIPTION:Guided Walk: Big Basin: Yesterday\, Today and Tomorrow\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Saturdays 11am-12pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Big Basin Redwoods State Park   21600 Big Basin Way\, Boulder Creek\, CA\, United States \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCome 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 on a 0.6 mile\, flat and easy trail designed for all ages. \nWe will be covering the cultural history of this unique area including Indigenous groups\, loggers\, and preservationists. \nOf course\, we will also discuss natural history such as the amazing coast redwood and the CZU Lightning Complex Fire as well as the future of our park.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/guided-walk-big-basin-yesterday-today-tomorrow-2/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Big Basin Park\, 21600 Big Basin Way\,\, Boulder Creek\, CA\, 95006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T004050Z
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SUMMARY:Redwood Grove Tour
DESCRIPTION:Redwood Grove Tour\nSaturdays & Sundays 12pm\, April 4 & 5\, 11 & 12\, 18 &19\, 25 & 26 \nRedwood Grove Guided Walk – Coast Redwoods offer a 100% satisfaction guaran-treed! \nEvery Saturday and Sunday at 12:00 pm\, we are taking folks on a guided walk through the Redwood Grove to talk about coast redwoods and to experience the forest together. \nOn this 1-mile stroll\, we will be chatting about life histories\, ecology\, etc.\, and sharing a wonderful adventure among these giants. \nClick here to RSVP. Let’s plan to meet in front of the Visitor Center. We hope you can join us! \n\n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/redwood-grove-tour/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park\, 101 N Big Trees Park Road\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110533
CREATED:20250612T122232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T124248Z
UID:10056597-1776528000-1776535200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Free Workshop "Give Your Kids Wings to Fly"
DESCRIPTION:“Give Your Kids Wings to Fly” \nSaturdays 4-6pm \nJoin 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! \nThis free workshop is led by the 3DE Club—an online after-school program that helps kids develop entrepreneurial\, leadership\, and financial skills through 3D modeling and printing technology. \nKids ages 8–12 team up to design their own toy or product. \nTeachers and Parent/Guardian Volunteers Welcome. (For invitation please email info@3de.club) \nNext Space Coworking (Opposite Abbott Square\, downtown Santa Cruz) \nWorkshop Registration Link: https://3de.club/workshop (required to attend) \n  \n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/free-workshop-give-your-kids-wings-to-fly/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Next Space Coworking (Opp Abbott Square\, downtown Santa Cruz)\, Next Space Coworking\, Opposite Abbott Square\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060
CATEGORIES:Classes,Family Events,Free Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="3DE CLUB":MAILTO:info@3de.club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110533
CREATED:20260327T004934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T004934Z
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SUMMARY:Redwood Grove Tour Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Redwood Grove Tour\nSaturdays & Sundays 12pm\, April 4 & 5\, 11 & 12\, 18 &19\, 25 & 26 \nRedwood Grove Guided Walk – Coast Redwoods offer a 100% satisfaction guaran-treed! \nEvery Saturday and Sunday at 12:00 pm\, we are taking folks on a guided walk through the Redwood Grove to talk about coast redwoods and to experience the forest together. \nOn this 1-mile stroll\, we will be chatting about life histories\, ecology\, etc.\, and sharing a wonderful adventure among these giants. \nClick here to RSVP. Let’s plan to meet in front of the Visitor Center. We hope you can join us! \n\n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/redwood-grove-tour-sunday/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park\, 101 N Big Trees Park Road\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T140000
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CREATED:20250210T163835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T174706Z
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SUMMARY:Redwood Loop Tour Henry Cowell Redwoods
DESCRIPTION:Redwood Loop Tour – Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park\n\nSundays\, February 16\, 12 – 2pm \n\n\n\nCoast 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 be chatting about life histories\, ecology\, etc. and sharing a wonderful adventure among these giants. \nClick here to RSVP. Let’s plan to meet in the front of the Visitor Center\, we hope you can join us! \nHenry Cowell Redwoods State Park \n101 N Big Trees Park Road\, Felton\, CA 95018
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/redwood-loop-tour-henry-cowell-redwoods/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:Henry Cowell State Park\, 101 N Big Trees Park Road\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260421T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260421T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110533
CREATED:20260115T024522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T024522Z
UID:10065725-1776758400-1776790800@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Afterschool Activities: Arte del Corazón
DESCRIPTION:Afterschool Activities: Arte del Corazón\n3rd Tuesdays beginning January 20\, 4:30 – 6pm \nEvery third Tuesday of the month\, Watsonville community members are invited to Arte del Corazón (ADC)\, where our team will contribute a guided and interactive activity alongside existing programming. \nThe event is ADA accessible. Materials will be provided. The event will be indoors. \nCada tercer martes del mes\, los miembros de la comunidad de Watsonville están invitados a Arte del Corazón (ADC)\, donde nuestro equipo contribuirá una actividad guiada e interactiva a las actividades existentes. \nView Venue Website: https://www.artedelcorazon.com/
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/afterschool-activities-arte-del-corazon/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Arte de Corazon\, 80 Airport Blvd # 206\, Freedom\, CA\, 95019
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:20260422T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110533
CREATED:20250917T004215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T004904Z
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SUMMARY:R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail Capitola
DESCRIPTION:R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail\nWednesdays 3 – 5pm through June 6 \nR.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers. \nWednesdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at Capitola and La Selva Beach Libraries. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only. \nFor more information or to register\, contact SCPL Telephone Information: 831-427-7713 or elibrary@santacruzpl.org
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/read-reach-every-amazing-detail-3-2/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:Capitola Branch Library\, 2005 Wharf Road\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Classes,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110533
CREATED:20210127T014144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220620T210521Z
UID:10038771-1776880800-1776880800@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Reading in the Redwoods Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Reading in the Redwoods\n4th Wednesday\, 6 – 7:30pm \nFelton – Virtual Book Discussion \nThe 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. \nReading in the Redwoods book group meets monthly on the 4th Wednesday at 6:00 pm. Registration is required to get the Zoom invite. \nRegistration is required. There are 8 seats available. https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/8993008 \n6121 Gushee Street
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/reading-in-the-redwoods-book-club/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:Virtual\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Library Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110533
CREATED:20251205T005226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T022654Z
UID:10064973-1776942000-1776945600@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:AI Prompting for Learning Mac or PC
DESCRIPTION:AI Prompting for Learning (Mac or PC)\nThursdays 11am-12pm \nTech Talk Online On Zoom \nAre you using AI tools to improve your understanding?  \nExplore the topic of learning strategies and discover ways to use chatbots and NotebookLM for learning. \n https://loom.ly/M858HbUv
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/ai-prompting-for-learning-mac-or-pc/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Library Special,Tech Help
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110533
CREATED:20251209T013417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T013524Z
UID:10065251-1776949200-1776956400@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Game Zone Scotts Valley
DESCRIPTION:Game Zone Scotts Valley\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursdays\, beginning December 11\, 1 – 3:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nScotts Valley Branch Library is offering a game zone for tweens and teens to relax\, hang with friends and play games! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re offering a variety of video\, card and board games as well as ping pong and art projects every Thursday afternoon from 1-3pm. Come check it out and bring your friends! Ages 10-14 \nScotts Valley Branch
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/game-zone-scotts-valley/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Scotts Valley Library\, 251 Kings Village Road\, Scotts Valley\, CA\, 95066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment & Performances,Family Events,Free Events,Teen Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110533
CREATED:20251106T021046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T124757Z
UID:10062709-1776956400-1776956400@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail
DESCRIPTION:R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail\nThursdays 3-5pm \nR.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers. \nThursdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at Downtown\, Aptos\, Felton & Live Oak Libraries. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only. \nFor more information or to register\, contact SCPL Telephone Information: 831-427-7713 or elibrary@santacruzpl.org
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/r-e-a-d-reach-every-amazing-detail/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Aptos Library\, 7695 Soquel Dr\,\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Classes,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Teen Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110533
CREATED:20250905T030126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T030141Z
UID:10059918-1776960000-1777140000@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Future-Ready Innovators: Free 2-Hour Intro Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Future-Ready Innovators: Free 2-Hour Intro Workshop\nThursdays 4-6pm\, starting September 4 \nWatch your child’s creative ideas come to life with 3D printing! \nJoin 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 basics of 3D design and printing. \n👉 Limited free spots available\n👉 Join in-person or online\n👉 For kids ages 8–12 \n📅 Reserve your spot today at: www.3de.club/workshop
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/future-ready-innovators-free-2-hour-intro-workshop/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:NextSpace Coworking Santa Cruz (Opp Abbott Square)\, 101 Cooper St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, Philippines
CATEGORIES:Classes,Family Events,Free Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="3DE CLUB":MAILTO:info@3de.club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110533
CREATED:20251012T225755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251012T225755Z
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SUMMARY:Elkhorn Slough Free Weekend Tours
DESCRIPTION:Elkhorn Slough Free Tour of the Preserve\nEvery Saturday AND Sunday\, 10 am and 11 am \n\nGuided hikes with naturalists are offered at 10am and 11am every Saturday and Sunday on a first-come\, first-served basis. Sign up for tours at the Visitor Center front desk. If you have questions\, call (831) 728-2822.\n\n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/elkhorn-slough-free-weekend-tours/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:Elkhorn Slough\, 1700 Elkhorn Road\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks,Teen Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110533
CREATED:20211022T171512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211022T173530Z
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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/2026-04-24/
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:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110533
CREATED:20251012T225755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251012T225755Z
UID:10061460-1777111200-1777111200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Elkhorn Slough Free Weekend Tours
DESCRIPTION:Elkhorn Slough Free Tour of the Preserve\nEvery Saturday AND Sunday\, 10 am and 11 am \n\nGuided hikes with naturalists are offered at 10am and 11am every Saturday and Sunday on a first-come\, first-served basis. Sign up for tours at the Visitor Center front desk. If you have questions\, call (831) 728-2822.\n\n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/elkhorn-slough-free-weekend-tours/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Elkhorn Slough\, 1700 Elkhorn Road\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks,Teen Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110533
CREATED:20260108T160042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T160042Z
UID:10065544-1777111200-1777118400@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Hot Composting Workshop and Raffle
DESCRIPTION:Hot Composting Workshop and Raffle\nSaturday\, April 25\, 10am – 12pm. \nPre-registration required\, space is limited! \nTrescony Park\, City of Santa Cruz \nHave you been curious about hot composting? Maybe you have tried before but need a refresher. \nNo matter your experience\, join the City of Santa Cruz Waste Reduction Staff for a workshop all about hot composting! \nIn this workshop\, we will build a compost pile together\, discuss best practices for maintaining it\, and explore strategies for reducing food waste and why it matters. Plus\, enter our raffle to be eligible to win composting accessories! \nFinished compost from a backyard composting system offers a hefty dose of healthy microorganisms and other benefits for your garden and soil. Caring for a compost pile gives you gold for your garden and can contribute to a sense of well-being. \nIf you already have a composting system that could use some attention\, feel free to sign up and bring your questions and photos! We will have time to discuss and learn from each other as a group. The City offers a compost rebate program to get a bin of your own too. Hope to see you there!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/hot-composting-workshop-and-raffle/
LOCATION:Trescony Park\, 301 Trescony St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Free Events,Teen Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T120000
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CREATED:20260325T231713Z
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SUMMARY:Deep-Sea Designers A Kids Art Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Deep-Sea Designers: A Kids Art Workshop\nSaturday\, April 25\, 10am-12pm \nExplore the deep at a kids art event at the Sanctuary Exploration Center! At the “Deep Sea Designers” art workshop\, kids will learn about deep sea animals and habitats\, and use them as inspiration to design a communal mural. \nKids will learn about deep sea animals in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary\, and use them as inspiration to create a communal work of art. \nThe finished piece will be on display at the center through May\, viewable during open hours: Wednesday – Sunday\, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This free event is recommended for children aged 5-10\, but is open to all ages. Registration in advance is required as space is limited. Visit the ticket link included in the event description\, or email explorationcenter@noaa.gov to register. \nRegister \nOpen Days & Hours: Wednesday – Sunday\, 10am – 4pm
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/deep-sea-designers-a-kids-art-workshop/
LOCATION:Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center\, 35 Pacific Ave\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Classes,Family Events,Free Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NOAA's Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary":MAILTO:montereybay@noaa.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110533
CREATED:20250612T132225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T132748Z
UID:10056672-1777114800-1777118400@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Guided Walk: Big Basin: Yesterday\, Today\, and Tomorrow
DESCRIPTION:Guided Walk: Big Basin: Yesterday\, Today and Tomorrow\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  Saturdays 11am-12pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Big Basin Redwoods State Park   21600 Big Basin Way\, Boulder Creek\, CA\, United States \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCome 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 on a 0.6 mile\, flat and easy trail designed for all ages. \nWe will be covering the cultural history of this unique area including Indigenous groups\, loggers\, and preservationists. \nOf course\, we will also discuss natural history such as the amazing coast redwood and the CZU Lightning Complex Fire as well as the future of our park.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/guided-walk-big-basin-yesterday-today-tomorrow-2/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Big Basin Park\, 21600 Big Basin Way\,\, Boulder Creek\, CA\, 95006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110534
CREATED:20260327T003251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T004050Z
UID:10070115-1777118400-1777118400@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Redwood Grove Tour
DESCRIPTION:Redwood Grove Tour\nSaturdays & Sundays 12pm\, April 4 & 5\, 11 & 12\, 18 &19\, 25 & 26 \nRedwood Grove Guided Walk – Coast Redwoods offer a 100% satisfaction guaran-treed! \nEvery Saturday and Sunday at 12:00 pm\, we are taking folks on a guided walk through the Redwood Grove to talk about coast redwoods and to experience the forest together. \nOn this 1-mile stroll\, we will be chatting about life histories\, ecology\, etc.\, and sharing a wonderful adventure among these giants. \nClick here to RSVP. Let’s plan to meet in front of the Visitor Center. We hope you can join us! \n\n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/redwood-grove-tour/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park\, 101 N Big Trees Park Road\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110534
CREATED:20250612T122232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T124248Z
UID:10056598-1777132800-1777140000@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Free Workshop "Give Your Kids Wings to Fly"
DESCRIPTION:“Give Your Kids Wings to Fly” \nSaturdays 4-6pm \nJoin 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! \nThis free workshop is led by the 3DE Club—an online after-school program that helps kids develop entrepreneurial\, leadership\, and financial skills through 3D modeling and printing technology. \nKids ages 8–12 team up to design their own toy or product. \nTeachers and Parent/Guardian Volunteers Welcome. (For invitation please email info@3de.club) \nNext Space Coworking (Opposite Abbott Square\, downtown Santa Cruz) \nWorkshop Registration Link: https://3de.club/workshop (required to attend) \n  \n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/free-workshop-give-your-kids-wings-to-fly/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Next Space Coworking (Opp Abbott Square\, downtown Santa Cruz)\, Next Space Coworking\, Opposite Abbott Square\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060
CATEGORIES:Classes,Family Events,Free Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="3DE CLUB":MAILTO:info@3de.club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110534
CREATED:20250109T234643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T003214Z
UID:10044149-1777199400-1777217400@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Omega Nu 36th Annual Ducky Derby 2026
DESCRIPTION:Omega Nu 36th Annual Ducky Derby 2026\nSaturday\, April 26\, 10:30am – 3:30pm  \nHarvey West Park – Friendship Gardens \nJoin Omega Nu  for our 36th Annual Ducky Derby and Carnival at Harvey West Park. A fun-filled day for the entire family! \nCome to the duck races and enjoy food\, games\, and music. Listen as the bugle blares signaling the start of each race and children run to watch as thousands of rubber ducks course down the water raceway. \nAdopt a duck and have a chance to win over 100 prizes. All proceeds from duck adoptions go directly back to our community through the Omega Nu Scholarship program and grants provided to teachers\, nonprofits\, and charitable organizations. The ducks race rain or shine! \nTo learn more about how you can support the Santa Cruz community through Omega Nu and Ducky Derby\, please visit our website duckyderbysantacruz.org \nCome and enjoy a great day at the park! Admission is Free.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/omega-nu-36th-annual-ducky-derby/
LOCATION:Harvey West Park\, 326 Evergreen St\,\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Fundraisers,Teen Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Omega Nu of Santa Cruz":MAILTO:omeganusc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110534
CREATED:20260327T004934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T004934Z
UID:10070227-1777204800-1777204800@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Redwood Grove Tour Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Redwood Grove Tour\nSaturdays & Sundays 12pm\, April 4 & 5\, 11 & 12\, 18 &19\, 25 & 26 \nRedwood Grove Guided Walk – Coast Redwoods offer a 100% satisfaction guaran-treed! \nEvery Saturday and Sunday at 12:00 pm\, we are taking folks on a guided walk through the Redwood Grove to talk about coast redwoods and to experience the forest together. \nOn this 1-mile stroll\, we will be chatting about life histories\, ecology\, etc.\, and sharing a wonderful adventure among these giants. \nClick here to RSVP. Let’s plan to meet in front of the Visitor Center. We hope you can join us! \n\n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/redwood-grove-tour-sunday/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park\, 101 N Big Trees Park Road\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110534
CREATED:20250210T163835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T174706Z
UID:10048005-1777204800-1777212000@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Redwood Loop Tour Henry Cowell Redwoods
DESCRIPTION:Redwood Loop Tour – Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park\n\nSundays\, February 16\, 12 – 2pm \n\n\n\nCoast 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 be chatting about life histories\, ecology\, etc. and sharing a wonderful adventure among these giants. \nClick here to RSVP. Let’s plan to meet in the front of the Visitor Center\, we hope you can join us! \nHenry Cowell Redwoods State Park \n101 N Big Trees Park Road\, Felton\, CA 95018
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/redwood-loop-tour-henry-cowell-redwoods/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Henry Cowell State Park\, 101 N Big Trees Park Road\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110534
CREATED:20260224T233555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T233735Z
UID:10066643-1777208400-1777219200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Free Magic Show at Kennolyn Camp
DESCRIPTION:Free Magic Show at Kennolyn Camp\, 2pm\nSunday\, March 22 & April 26 Visit 1-4pm \nJoin us at Kennolyn Camp for a FREE MAGIC SHOW at 2pm on March 22 or April 26. \nSee what makes Kennolyn Day Camp so special! Before and after the show\, 1-4pm\, your kids can get a taste of camp with songs\, games\, and a guided tour between 1-4pm. \nPlus\, you can enter to win a FREE week of camp in our special raffle! \nRSVP preferred using link but drop-ins welcome.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/free-magic-show-at-kennolyn-camp/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Kennolyn Day Camp\, 8205 Hacienda Lane\, Soquel\, 95010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment & Performances,Family Events,Free Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kennolyn Camps":MAILTO:camps@kennolyn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260428T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260428T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110534
CREATED:20260317T005053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T005053Z
UID:10069653-1777372200-1777374000@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Dancing Tales
DESCRIPTION:Dancing Tales\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLast Tuesday of the month\, March 24\, 10:30 – 11:00am\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA fun and interactive dance program for children ages 2-5! The library has partnered with local dance studio International Academy of Dance (IAD). \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the library and International Academy of Dance (IAD) to explore movement\, rhythm\, and creativity through stories and music. Each session blends storytelling with dance\, helping children develop coordination\, self-expression\, and a love for books and movement. No dance experience is needed—just bring your imagination and energy! \nParticipants will need their parent or guardian to read and sign a Waiver of Liability\, Release\, Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement to participate. \nRegistration is not required.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/dancing-tales/2026-04-28/
LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dancing,Family Events,Free Events,Library Special
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:elibrary@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260428T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260428T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110534
CREATED:20260128T035646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T035850Z
UID:10065937-1777393800-1777399200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Tales to Tails Downtown 4th Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:Tales to Tails Downtown\n2nd & 4th Tuesdays \, 4:30 – 6pm through June 23\nTales to Tails is a literacy program designed to help children improve their reading skills by providing them the opportunity to read aloud to certified therapy dogs. Programs like Tales to Tails have been implemented nationally in both libraries and schools and have proven to be extremely effective in increasing the self-confidence and reading abilities of the participants. This program is for established readers struggling with reading aloud\, not reading tutoring. \nCall 831-427-7713 to make a 30-minute appointment at the Downtown branch. Appointments are available between 4:30 and 6:00 pm\, on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month. We and our furry friends look forward to seeing you there! \nhttps://santacruzpl.libnet.info/events?
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/tales-to-tails-downtown-4th-tuesdays-2/2026-04-28/
LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book 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:20260428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260428T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T110534
CREATED:20260303T194358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T194358Z
UID:10066021-1777399200-1777399200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Books and Bites Monthly Cooking Classes
DESCRIPTION:Books and Bites Monthly Cooking Classes\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n4th Tuesdays\, 6pm\, beginning February 24\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn partnership with the Watsonville Public Library\, the Community Health Trust is excited to offer Books and Bites! \nJoin us for an interactive and fun experience where you’ll cook alongside a Registered Dietitian\, learn healthy recipes\, and enjoy delicious\, freshly prepared meals—all while receiving bite-sized\, easy-to-digest information. \nFREE to the community! \nAll are welcome to attend. \nWhether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting out\, these classes offer something for everyone. Don’t miss out — we look forward to cooking with you! \n\nJoin us at the Watsonville Public Library at 6 PM for a fun\, welcoming cooking class led by one of CHT’s Registered Dietitians\n\n\n\nNo experience needed — stop by for a quick bite. Come cook\, taste\, and learn! See you there!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/books-and-bites-monthly-cooking-classes/2026-04-28/
LOCATION:Watsonville Public Library\, 275 Main St Suite 100\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260429T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260429T111500
DTSTAMP:20260403T110534
CREATED:20241013T040651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241013T040651Z
UID:10036604-1777460400-1777461300@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Storytime with Ivy
DESCRIPTION:Storytime with Ivy\n\nLast Wednesday of the Month 11-11:15am\n\n\nJoin Ivy\, our children’s book buyer\, at 11:00 am on the last Wednesday of the month for a storytime presentation of some of her favorite picture books! Meet in the kids’ section. \n\n\n\n\nKids Event
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/stooorytime-with-ivy/2026-04-29/
LOCATION:Bookshop Santa Cruz\, 1520 Pacific Avenue\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Free Events
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