Events

Aptos/Capitola Youth Chess Club Tuesdays 3:30 - 4:30pm, through October 4 Aptos/Capitola Youth Chess Club invites you to come and play chess, one of the world’s oldest and most popular games, against other kids! One-hour meetings include 15 minutes of instruction by chess master Dana Mackenzie. For ages 6-18. We welcome all skill levels, but […]

Perler Bead Crafts Wednesday, June 22, 1 - 2:30 pm Perler beads are small, heat activated beads that you can lay on a mat to create interesting patterns. Then, after you apply heat, the beads will fuse together creating your design into a single work of art! These beads can be arranged into any shape or pattern […]

Reading in the Redwoods 4th Wednesday, 6 - 7:30pm Felton - Virtual Book Discussion The 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 […]

Seminario Triple P: Cómo Criar Hijos Resistentes Wednesday, June 22, 6 - 7:30pm Asista a este seminario virtual GRATIS de crianza para aprender cómo ayudar a sus hijos a: • Expresar sentimientos de manera adecuada. • Desarrollar una perspectiva positiva. • Manejar situaciones estresantes de la vida. Inscríbase: https://bit.ly/Hijos-Resistentes-22Junio Presentado en ESPAÑOL por Zoom. Este […]

NAMI Family Support Group ​for Parents/Caregivers of Youth (11-17) 2nd and 4th Wednesdays 6:30 - 8pm Please join us for our upcoming free, drop-in support group for parents/caregivers of youth (11-17) with mental health challenges. Next group will be this Wednesday, June 22nd from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. We are in need of more facilitators […]

Preschool Storytime Downtown Thursdays Downtown 10:30 - 11am   Preschool Storytime meets in the upstairs meeting room at the Downtown Library!  We'll share stories, songs, and rhymes in a safe environment.  This 30 minute program is intended for children aged 0-6.  Do-it-yourself craft kits will be provided every week.

Preschool Storytime Felton Thursdays, Felton, 11am  - 12pm, through Dec. 22 Preschool Storytime Felton meets in the the Felton Library to share stories, songs, and rhymes in a safe environment.  This 60 minute program is intended for children aged 0-6.  Do-it-yourself craft kits will be provided every week. Join Librarian Jackie in JJune for a […]

R.E.A.D Reach Every Amazing Detail Wednesdays 3:00pm– 5:00pm - Capitola & La Selva Beach Thursdays 3:00pm– 5:00pm - Downtown R.E.A.D. is a reading comprehension program for students, grades 2-12. Students receive 25 minutes of individual instruction from a California credentialed teacher. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment register via our online […]

Taller Triple P: Cómo evitar las interrupciones Thursday, June23, 6 - 7:30pm Asista a este taller GRATIS de crianza para aprender: • Causas comunes por las que los niños pequeños interrumpen a los adultos • Estrategias para prevenir que las interrupciones se conviertan en un problema • Consejos para ayudar a los niños a aprender […]

Triple P Seminar: Getting Teens Connected Thursday, June 23, 6 - 7:30pm Register: https://bit.ly/Connected-Teens-June23 Attend this seminar to learn how you encourage your t teen to form positive connections with others by: • Being confident • Being socially skilled • Planning ahead • Keeping commitments • Keeping in contact • Taking care of others Presented […]

Make & Explore at Capitola Library Fridays 2 - 4pm, June 10- July 17 Every week we will have a new project idea for you to make and explore. Projects will include Science, Arts & Crafts, including model building, and exploration of the environment around us. This will be Outdoors on the deck. Please wear […]

Friday Pet Food Pantry Fridays 2-5pm Just a friendly reminder that our Pet Food Pantry is still happening every Friday from 3-5pm! Donate anytime!

Free Movies at the Beach Fridays, 9pm, June 17 - August 12 In front of the Colonnade There’s nothing like watching free, favorite movies right on the beach with the smell of kettle corn, corn dogs, and saltwater taffy filling the air! Bring the family and your blanket or low-back chair and join us! Music and movies […]

Woodies on the Wharf 2022 Saturday, June 25, 10am - 3:30pm While the event officially starts at 10 a.m., woodies start arriving on the Wharf as early as 6am to get preferred parking spaces. As there is no pre-registration and this year, we expect more Woodies to attend we encourage your early arrival. One of […]

Visit the Sloughs Watsonville Wetlands Watch is dedicated to the protection, restoration, and fostering of appreciation of the wetlands of the Pajaro Valley, especially involving members of the Watsonville community and the students of the Pajaro Valley Unified School District. Watsonville Wetlands Watch envisions a wetland ecosystem that thrives within Watsonville and the greater Pajaro […]

Triple P Workshop: Traveling in the Car Saturday, June 25, 10 - 11:30am Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • Common reasons why traveling in the car can be hard for children • Positive parenting strategies to prevent problems before they occur • Tips for handling challenging behaviors while traveling in the car […]

James Henry's House of Samba Kids at Scotts Valley Community Center Saturday 11am - 12pm, June 25 James Henry, master percussionist, has traveled the world and incorporates cultural wisdom from across the globe into his performances. Expect to dance, sing, and be transported to many areas of the globe through the sounds of drums and […]

Summer Kick-off Festival Saturday 11am - 3pm, June 25 Celebrate summer in Santa Cruz! Enjoy free admission to the Museum and outdoor festivities. It promises to be a day of nature-filled family fun — both out in the sunshine and within our Museum galleries. Live animals,  Live music,  Food trucks,  Nature Crafts,  Science activities Free! […]

James Henry's House of Samba Kids at Felt Street Park Saturday 2 - 3pm, June 25 Join us at the Felt Street County Park for an afternoon of drums and dance! James Henry, master percussionist, has traveled the world and incorporates cultural wisdom from across the globe into his performances. Expect to dance, sing, and […]