Events

In-Person Tech Help Felton   Are you stuck with a technology question? Our tech savvy and bilingual (English/Spanish) staff at the Felton Library would like to help you troubleshoot your issue with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Fixing broken hardware or software is not within our scope. Possible topics may include: creating an email […]

Monthly Baby Stuff Swap Last Monday of the month Join us on the last Monday of each month to swap baby stuff with other mamas in our community! Bring what you would like to offer and take what you need. This swap takes place right after Strides 360 in the park! New to FIT4MOM?? Join […]

Bridge Club Mondays, 10:30am - 12pm Join us at the Bridge Club, every Monday from 10:30am to 12:00pm. Everyone is welcomed from beginners to social players. Make new friends and sharpen your mind. If you’re interested in playing Bridge, a table is waiting for you. There will be no meetings on these holiday dates: Monday, May […]

Knitting at the Felton Library Mondays, 12:30 - 2pm, July 11 - October 24 Join 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.

Triple P Workshop: Promoting Positive Behaviors at School Monday, July 25, 6 - 7:30om Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • Common reasons why behavior problems occur at school • How to involve your child in improving their behavior at school • Tips for working with your child’s teacher to promote positive behaviors […]

Special Storytime with Ziggy Stardust the Miniature Horse Tuesdays 11 - 12, July 12, 19, 26 Come meet Ziggy Stardust, the miniature horse, for a special horse-themed storytime at Capitola library! Join us outside  to read stories, sing songs, and chant rhymes. There will be an art & craft project. This storytime is for children […]

Perler Bead Crafts Garfield Park Tuesday, July 26, 1 - 2pm 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 […]

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 […]

Triple P Workshop: Encouraging Your Child's Self-Esteem Tuesday, July 26, 5:30 - 7pm Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • Why it’s important for children to develop healthy self-esteem • How to encourage healthy self-esteem in your child • Tools to help your child cope with feelings and solve problems Register:  https://bit.ly/Self-Esteem-July26 Presented […]

IFSP in a nutshell Please consider sharing this upcoming presentation about Individual Family Service Plans Wednesday, August 17, 6 - 7pm The IFSP in a nutshell/ El IFSP en pocas palabras (presented in Spanish with English interpretation) Zoom registration link/ Enlace de registración por Zoom: https://bit.ly/3AKs3MX Thank you in advance for your support!To learn of […]

Movies Under the Stars: "Luca" Friday, July 29, 8:30 – 10:30pm Anna Jean Cummings County Park, 461 Soquel San Jose Rd, Soquel, CA 95073 “Doggie Date Night” Movies Under the Stars at Anna Jean Cummings Park - Rock Dog 2 Preregistration encouraged

Special Storytime with Ziggy Stardust the Miniature Horse La Selva Beach Wednesdays 11 - 12, July 13 - 27 Come meet Ziggy Stardust, the miniature horse, for a special horse-themed storytime in La Selva Beach! Join us outside on the porch to read stories, sing songs, and chant rhymes. There will be an art & craft project. This storytime […]

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 […]

Triple P Seminar: The Power of Positive Parenting Sundays 6 - 7:30pm Attend this FREE virtual parenting seminar to learn how to: • Provide positive learning environments for children • Use assertive discipline • Have realistic expectations and take care of yourself Register: https://bit.ly/Positive-Parenting-July13 Presented in ENGLISH on Zoom | Got questions? Contact Mayra Martinez […]

Triple P Seminar: Raising Resilient Children Wednesday, July 27, 6 - 7:30pm Attend this FREE virtual parenting seminar to learn how to help your children become resilient: • Express feelings appropriately • Build a positive outlook • Manage stressful life events Register: https://bit.ly/Resilient-Children-July27 Presented in ENGLISH on Zoom | Got questions? Contact Mayra Martinez at […]

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 […]

Wednesday Night Sailboat Races Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8pm, April through October Wednesday Night Sailboat Races begin for the season in March (with Daylight Savings), and run through fall ending in October. Wednesday Night Races begin at 6:30 pm – 8 pm. For more information on races / regattas highlights, contact the Santa Cruz Yacht Club […]

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.

Special Storytime with Ziggy Stardust the Miniature Horse Felton Thursdays 11 - 12, July 14 - August 25 Come meet Ziggy Stardust, the miniature horse, for a special horse-themed storytime in Felton! Join us outside on the porch to read stories, sing songs, and chant rhymes. There will be an art & craft project. This storytime is for children […]

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 […]

Parentpower: Prevención de abuso sexual Thursday, July 28, 5 - 6pm Prevención de abuso sexual – Cómo proteger a tu hijo “Kidpower reemplazó mi miedo por lo que podría sucederles a mis hijos con la confianza en mi capacidad para mantenerlos a salvo, ¡sin quitarles su inocencia!” Aprende habilidades y estrategias para proteger a los […]

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 […]

Family Fun Day Saturday, July 30, 10am-2pm Family Fun Day is July 30, 10am-2pm in Ramsay Park in Watsonville! Come out to enjoy this free event!

Chess Club with Gjon Saturdays 2:00 - 3:30pm (except 1st Saturday of the month) Downtown Library 224 Church St. In the upstairs meeting room Professional chess instruction with Chess Master Gjon Feinstein. All levels welcome. For ages 6 - 18. If you have never played chess before please contact Gjon before your first session: coach@santacruzchess.com […]