BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Santa Cruz Parent - ECPv6.7.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://santacruzparent.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Santa Cruz Parent REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260501T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260501T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20211022T171512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211022T173530Z UID:10035969-1777647600-1777654800@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/2026-05-01/ LOCATION:SPCA\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Volunteer Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/spca-friday-pet-food.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="SPCA":MAILTO:info@spcasc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20251012T225755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251012T225755Z UID:10061462-1777716000-1777716000@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/2026-05-02/ LOCATION:Elkhorn Slough\, 1700 Elkhorn Road\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95003\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks,Teen Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/elkhorn-slough.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20250612T132225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T132748Z UID:10056673-1777719600-1777723200@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-2/2026-05-02/ LOCATION:Big Basin Park\, 21600 Big Basin Way\,\, Boulder Creek\, CA\, 95006\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/parks-big-basin-guided-walk-yesterday-today-tomorrow.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20260327T003251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T004050Z UID:10070116-1777723200-1777723200@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/2026-05-02/ LOCATION:Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park\, 101 N Big Trees Park Road\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/henry-cowell-redwoods-tour-e1774571259846.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20250612T122232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T124248Z UID:10056599-1777737600-1777744800@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/2026-05-02/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/3de-club-ad-e1749729472242.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="3DE CLUB":MAILTO:info@3de.club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260503T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260503T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20260327T004934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T004934Z UID:10070228-1777809600-1777809600@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/2026-05-03/ LOCATION:Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park\, 101 N Big Trees Park Road\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/henry-cowell-redwoods-tour-e1774571259846.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260503T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260503T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20250210T163835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T174706Z UID:10048006-1777809600-1777816800@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/2026-05-03/ LOCATION:Henry Cowell State Park\, 101 N Big Trees Park Road\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/parks-henry-cowell-redwood-tour.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20250119T025253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250119T131017Z UID:10044435-1777971600-1778000400@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Community Day Free Admission! DESCRIPTION:Community Day Free Admission!\nFirst Tuesdays\, 9am – 5pm\n \nThe first Tuesday of each month\, Community Day\, the Arboretum is open and free for visitors. \nSee dates and times UC Santa Cruz Arboretum & Botanic Garden is open. \nNOTE: Due to limited parking at the Arboretum and the popularity of Community Day\, we greatly encourage visitors to carpool\, bike\, walk or use public transportation as much as possible. \nhttps://arboretum.ucsc.edu/eventscalendar/events/recurring-events/community-day.html URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/community-day-free-admission/2026-05-05/ LOCATION:UCSC Arboretum\, 120 Arboretum Road\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95064\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Family Events,Free Events,Parks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_7764-e1737254929424.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="UCSC Arboretum &%3B Botanic Garden":MAILTO:lmmcnall@ucsc.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20250917T004215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T004904Z UID:10060720-1778079600-1778086800@santacruzparent.com 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-3-2/2026-05-06/ LOCATION:Capitola Branch Library\, 2005 Wharf Road\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Events,Classes,Free Events,Library Ongoing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/read.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20251205T005226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T022654Z UID:10064975-1778151600-1778155200@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/2026-05-07/ LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Classes,Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Library Special,Tech Help ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/library-zoom-tech-talks-e1764895798450.png ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20251209T013417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T013524Z UID:10065253-1778158800-1778166000@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/2026-05-07/ LOCATION:Scotts Valley Library\, 251 Kings Village Road\, Scotts Valley\, CA\, 95066\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment & Performances,Family Events,Free Events,Teen Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/gam-zone.png ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20251106T021046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T124757Z UID:10062711-1778166000-1778166000@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/2026-05-07/ LOCATION:Aptos Library\, 7695 Soquel Dr\,\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003 CATEGORIES:Book Events,Classes,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Teen Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/library-read.png ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20250905T030126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T030141Z UID:10059920-1778169600-1778349600@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/2026-05-07/ LOCATION:NextSpace Coworking Santa Cruz (Opp Abbott Square)\, 101 Cooper St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, Philippines CATEGORIES:Classes,Family Events,Free Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/newest-3de-poster-e1757040541753.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="3DE CLUB":MAILTO:info@3de.club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260508T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260508T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20251012T225755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251012T225755Z UID:10061463-1778234400-1778234400@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/2026-05-08/ LOCATION:Elkhorn Slough\, 1700 Elkhorn Road\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95003\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks,Teen Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/elkhorn-slough.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260508T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260508T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20211022T171512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211022T173530Z UID:10035970-1778252400-1778259600@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/2026-05-08/ LOCATION:SPCA\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Volunteer Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/spca-friday-pet-food.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="SPCA":MAILTO:info@spcasc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20251012T225755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251012T225755Z UID:10061464-1778320800-1778320800@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/2026-05-09/ LOCATION:Elkhorn Slough\, 1700 Elkhorn Road\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95003\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks,Teen Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/elkhorn-slough.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20250612T132225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T132748Z UID:10056674-1778324400-1778328000@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-2/2026-05-09/ LOCATION:Big Basin Park\, 21600 Big Basin Way\,\, Boulder Creek\, CA\, 95006\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/parks-big-basin-guided-walk-yesterday-today-tomorrow.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20260327T003251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T004050Z UID:10070117-1778328000-1778328000@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/2026-05-09/ LOCATION:Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park\, 101 N Big Trees Park Road\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/henry-cowell-redwoods-tour-e1774571259846.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20251011T013625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251011T013625Z UID:10061236-1778335200-1778346000@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Swing Dancing by the Sea DESCRIPTION:Swing Dancing by the Sea\n2nd Saturdays: 2-5pm through January 10; 2:30-5:30pm on February 14; 3-6pm through July 11 \nSwingout Santa Cruz invites you to the Wharf Stage every second Saturday to participate in Swing Dancing by the Sea! \n\n\nWhether you dance East Coast\, West Coast\, Lindy Hop\, Charleston\, Jitterbug\, Balboa\, Collegiate Shag or Blues you will find music\, friends\, and food while you improve your dancing digs! \nAll levels\, and various styles plus a social dance with great ambiance are welcome! \n\n\nCome Join our fun community on Second Saturday evenings at the Santa Cruz Wharf stage (weather permitting)! URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/swing-dancing-by-the-sea/2026-05-09/ LOCATION:Santa Cruz Wharf\, 21 Municipal Wharf\, Santa Cruz\, 95060 CATEGORIES:Dancing,Free Events,Teen Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/wharf-swing-dancing-by-the-sea-e1760145719496.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20250612T122232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T124248Z UID:10056600-1778342400-1778349600@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/2026-05-09/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/3de-club-ad-e1749729472242.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="3DE CLUB":MAILTO:info@3de.club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260510T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260510T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20221208T031125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251012T223742Z UID:10061353-1778403600-1778432400@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Downtown Antique Faire DESCRIPTION:Downtown Antique Faire\n\n2nd Sundays\, 9am – 5pm\n\n\nThe Santa Cruz Antique Faire is on the 2nd Sunday of every month from 8am-5pm. \nVendors offer an eclectic blend of antiques and unique items\, vintage clothing\, collectibles and more! \nVisit the Antique Faire on Lincoln Street between Pacific and Cedar. \nInterested in vendor space? Call (831) 476-6940 \n  URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/downtown-antique-faire/2026-05-10/ LOCATION:Downtown Santa Cruz\, Pacific Ave.\, Santa Cruz\, 95060 CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Retail Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/antique-faire.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260510T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260510T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214019 CREATED:20260327T004934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T004934Z UID:10070229-1778414400-1778414400@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/2026-05-10/ LOCATION:Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park\, 101 N Big Trees Park Road\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/henry-cowell-redwoods-tour-e1774571259846.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260510T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260510T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214020 CREATED:20250210T163835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T174706Z UID:10048007-1778414400-1778421600@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/2026-05-10/ LOCATION:Henry Cowell State Park\, 101 N Big Trees Park Road\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/parks-henry-cowell-redwood-tour.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260512T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260512T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214020 CREATED:20240229T133036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T032709Z UID:10065918-1778603400-1778608800@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Tales to Tails Downtown DESCRIPTION:Tales to Tails Downtown\n2nd & 4th Tuesdays \, 4:30 – 6pm through June 9\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-tales-downtown/2026-05-12/ LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Library Special ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/library-tales-to-tails.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260512T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260512T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214020 CREATED:20260407T022054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T022054Z UID:10069839-1778608800-1778614200@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:SEMINARIOS DE CRIANZA TRIPLE P PARA FAMILIAS CON NIÑOS DESDE EL NACIMIENTO - 12 AÑOS DESCRIPTION:SEMINARIOS DE CRIANZA TRIPLE P PARA FAMILIAS CON NIÑOS DESDE EL NACIMIENTO – 12 AÑOS \nmartes\, el 12\, 19 y 26 de mayo\,  6 – 7:30pm \nEl Poder de Ser Padres Positivos\nInscríbase: https://bit.ly/Positivos-12mayo \nAprenda cómo:\nBrindar entornos de aprendizaje positivos para niños Usar una disciplina efectiva; Tener expectativas realistas y a cuidar de si mismo(a) \nmartes\, el 19 de mayo\,  6 – 7:30 pm\nCómo Criar Hijos Seguros y Capaces\nInscríbase: https://bit.ly/Capaces-19mayo\nAyude a sus hijos a:\nAprender a tratar a los demás con respeto\nTener buena comunicación y habilidades sociales\nDesarrollar una autoestima saludable \nmartes\, el 26 de mayo\, 2026 • 6 – 7:30 pm\nCómo Criar Hijos Resistentes\nInscríbase: https://bit.ly/Resistentes-26mayo\nAyude a sus hijos a:\nExpresar sentimientos de manera adecuada\nDesarrollar una perspectiva positiva\nManejar situaciones estresantes de la vida \nLugar: La Manzana Recursos\, Comunitarios\, 18 W. Lake Ave\, Suite E\, Watsonville \nPresentado en español en person por Lidia Montesino\, Puentes de la Comunidad – Nueva Vista Recursos Comunitarios \nEstos seminarios Triple P son GRATIS y están abiertos a todas las familias del condado de Santa Cruz. Asista a 1\, 2\, o todos a los 3 seminarios. ¡Usted elige! \nInscríbase para reservar su lugar y obtener el cuidado de niños gratuito. \nSe ofrecerán bocadillos ligeros. \n¿Tiene preguntas? Comuníquese con Lidia Montesino al (831) 423-5747 o lidiam@cbridges.org \nPara conocer más sobre Triple P: Teléfono: (831) 465 -2217\, Correo electrónico: triplep@first5scc.org\, Sitio web: http://triplep.first5scc.org URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/seminarios-de-crianza-triple-p-para-familias-con-ninos-desde-el-nacimiento-12-anos/2026-05-12/ LOCATION:La Manzana Community Resources\, 18 W. Lake Ave\, Suite E\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Parent Workshops ORGANIZER;CN="First 5 Santa Cruz County":MAILTO:bdana@first5scc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260513 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260514 DTSTAMP:20260406T214020 CREATED:20240911T131041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T220806Z UID:10036165-1778630400-1778716799@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Library Resources for Students DESCRIPTION:Library Resources for Students\n\n\nAll Year Long!\n\n\n\nDo you know Santa Cruz Public Libraries has resources available to all students to ensure they are supported and successful during the new school year?\n\n\n\nSCPL patrons can access Homework Help\, the R.E.A.D. program for one-on-one reading comprehension instruction\, and so much more.\n\n\n\nExplore resources at: https://www.santacruzpl.org/news/post/1484/ URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/library-resources-for-students/2026-05-13/ LOCATION:Santa Cruz Public Libraries\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Library Ongoing,Teen Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/library-resources-for-students-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:elibrary@santacruzpl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260513T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260513T190000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214020 CREATED:20260305T023403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T112527Z UID:10067967-1778673600-1778698800@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Santa Cruz Launchpad and Job Fair DESCRIPTION:Santa Cruz Launchpad and Job Fair\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, May 13\, 12 – 7 pm\n\nBy Santa Cruz Works \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSanta Cruz Launchpad is the largest annual student startup competition and community job fair event in Santa Cruz County. \n\n\n\n\nSanta Cruz Launchpad\, previously known as “Get Hired” features an exciting combination of student startup competition plus a community job fair. https://www.santacruzworks.org/sclaunchpad \nTHIS EVENT IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC TO ATTEND. Parking is free and included with your registration BUT you must park in the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk lot across from the Cocoanut Grove/Neptune’s Kingdom and hold onto your ticket. Ticket validation machine will be available upstairs in the Cocoanut Grove lobby by check in. \nSCHEDULE\n\n12-4pm: Student startup and business plan pitches (open to the public)\n3:30-4:45pm: Employer Table setup\n5-7pm: Job Fair + Networking (open to the public)\n\nSTARTUP CONTEST\nFrom 12-4pm\, students will compete in a startup competition to win cash prizes. The pitch competition portion of the event typically includes 12 student teams who each have five minutes each to deliver their pitches to a judge panel comprised of UCSC alumni and mentors. Check out 2023 and 2024 winners here. If you are interested in participating in the startup competition\, please sign up here [LINK COMING SOON] by April 8. \nJOB FAIR\nFrom 5-7pm\, job seekers will have the opportunity to interact with 20+ local companies offering 200+ jobs and internships ranging from aviation\, engineering\, marketing\, healthcare\, project management\, sales\, customer support\, and MUCH more. \nThis event allows students\, job seekers\, and professionals of all experience levels and backgrounds the opportunity to show off their resumes\, find career opportunities\, and make new connections. There is no charge for job seekers to attend the job fair. The job fair is open to the public (you do not need to be a student or contest participant to participate). But all attendees must register in advance! \nDAY OF REGISTRATION: Walk-in registration allowed but any registrants after 5pm May 13 (late registration) must fill out the sign in sheet. \nThe Grove: Santa Cruz Event Center Santa Cruz\, CA URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/santa-cruz-launchpad-and-job-fair/ LOCATION:Beach Boardwalk Cocoanut Grove\, 400 Beach Street\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Tech Help,Volunteer Opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214020 CREATED:20251205T005226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T022654Z UID:10064976-1778756400-1778760000@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/2026-05-14/ LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Classes,Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Library Special,Tech Help ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/library-zoom-tech-talks-e1764895798450.png ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214020 CREATED:20251209T013417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T013524Z UID:10065254-1778763600-1778770800@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/2026-05-14/ LOCATION:Scotts Valley Library\, 251 Kings Village Road\, Scotts Valley\, CA\, 95066\, United States CATEGORIES:Entertainment & Performances,Family Events,Free Events,Teen Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/gam-zone.png ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T214020 CREATED:20251106T021046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T124757Z UID:10062712-1778770800-1778770800@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/2026-05-14/ LOCATION:Aptos Library\, 7695 Soquel Dr\,\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003 CATEGORIES:Book Events,Classes,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Teen Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/library-read.png ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR