Events

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

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 […]

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

Toddler Time at Scotts Valley Tuesdays 11am - 12pm, through Dec. 21 Come join Librarian Emily for stories, songs, and lots of fun for toddlers and their caregivers in our beautiful, newly-renovated Scotts Valley Library Branch every Tuesday at 11am. https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9416790

Homework Help Tuesdays 3 - 5pm, October 4 -  May 24 Bring your assignments to one of our FREE drop-in Homework Help sessions. Tuesdays from 3:00p to 5:00p. Students to grade 12. Call 831.427.7713 for more information. Locations: Capitola -  https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9670439 Downtown - https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9671013 Felton - https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9670550 La Selva Beach - https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9670470 Live Oak - […]

Make and Explore Scotts Valley Tuesdays,  3 - 5pm Make and explore STEAM possibilities at Scotts Valley Branch Library! Every week we will have a new project idea for you to build or explore. Projects will include Science, Arts & Crafts and exploration of the environment around us. Best for children 6+. Children under 6 […]

Join the World Harmony Chorus Tuesdays, 6 - 7:30pm, starting September 20 The World Harmony Chorus fall session is starting up, and we'll be singing songs from Scandinavia to Brazil, and many places in-between. The Santa Cruz chorus rehearses on Tuesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 PM, starting September 20. Everyone is welcome, there are no auditions […]

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts! Wednesdays 10 - 11am Come 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!

Outside Toddler Time Capitola Wednesdays 11 - 11:20am, through December 14 Toddler Time is a weekly early literacy program for families with children ages 0-3 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. […]

Toddler & Preschool Storytime at Boulder Creek Wednesdays 11am, June 29 - July 27 Come join Librarian Jackie for stories, songs, and lots of fun for toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers in our beautiful, newly-rennovated Boulder Creek Library Branch every Wednesday at 11am. Outdoor or indoor–weather and activity-dependent https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9416790

Make and Explore at Boulder Creek Wednesdays 2 - 4pm through December 28 Make and explore STEAM possibilities at Boulder Creek Branch Library! Every week we will have a new project idea for you to build or explore. Projects will include Science, Arts & Crafts, including model building, and exploration of the environment around us. […]

R.E.A.D.: Reach Every Amazing Detail Wednesdays 3 - 5pm through March 1, 2023 R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers. Wednesdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at Capitola and La Selva Beach Libraries. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only. For more information or to […]

Free NAMI class in Spanish for parents starts next week! 6-week series begins Wednesday, Nov. 2, 6 -  8:30pm NAMI's Basics in Spanish is a free 6-week Spanish educational program for parents, guardians and other family caregivers who provide care for youth (age 17 or younger) who are experiencing mental health symptoms. What Participants Gain: […]

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

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 […]

Make and Explore at Felton Library Thursdays 3 - 5pm through January 5, 2023 Make and explore STEAM possibilities at Felton Branch Library! Every week we will have a new project idea for you to build or explore. Projects will include Science, Arts & Crafts, including model building, and exploration of the environment around us. […]

Triple P Workshop: Preventing and Managing Whining Thursday, December 1, 5:20 - 7pm Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • Common reasons why young children whine • How to encourage your child to talk without whining • Strategies for staying calm and handling whining if it occurs Presented IN ENGLISH on Zoom Register: […]

Navigating Teen Years 12+ Thursdays, 7:30 - 8:45pm, 9/1,   9/29,  10/6,   10/27,  11/3,   12/1 Gain strategies and shift your understanding of the “teen brain” to better navigate the teen years; topics range from puberty to power-struggles and everything in between. zoom.us/j/81449339282 Password: PDCR

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

Free Day Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History First Fridays of the Month, 11am - 4pm Hey! Free day! Pop-on by for a dose of nature connectedness. Access to the Museum is for everyone, which is why we offer free admission every month on the first Friday. Join us.

New Support Group Stillbirth & Infant Loss Support Join us on the 1st and 3rd Friday, 11am - 12:30pm, beginning June 17 This 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 […]

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!

Join the World Harmony Chorus Tuesdays, 6 - 7:30pm, starting September 20 The World Harmony Chorus fall session is starting up, and we'll be singing songs from Scandinavia to Brazil, and many places in-between. The Santa Cruz chorus rehearses on Tuesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 PM, starting September 20. Everyone is welcome, there are no auditions […]

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

Daughters and Sons of the Beach Ukele Jam Saturdays, 10am - 12pm Strum Along every Saturday 10am -12pm, on the beach behind the Crow's Nest Upcoming Uke Song List Strum Along every Wed 3:30 pm, on the beach behind the Crow's Nest Oldies but Goodies Movie Clips Search SOB old handouts   Sons of the Beach […]

Winter Open House Saturday, December 3, Free Nature Crafts 10am - 2pm, Free Admission 10am - 5pm Join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for a free and festive day celebrating the changing of the seasons. Enjoy complimentary cookies and cider while making nature-inspired crafts — from naturally dyed bandanas to locally foraged wreaths. […]

Downtown Santa Cruz Holiday Parade December 3, 10am – 12pm The traditional holiday parade is the official kickoff for the winter holidays celebration. One never knows exactly what to expect at the Parade, but you can be sure to expect the whole community to show up and have a great time – and of course, […]

Boys and Girls Club Holiday Craft & Food Fair Saturday December 3, 11am - 2pm The Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Cruz County invites local children and artists who enjoy arts & crafts, baking, and/or cooking to rent a table at our annual craft & food fair. Decorate a table and sell homemade goods […]

Aptos Chamber Holiday Craft Fair and Tree Lighting Join us for an afternoon filled with holiday cheer, local craft vendors, music, drinks, and of course a visit with Santa.  Visit www.aptoschamber.com for more information .

Family Karoake Saturday, December 3, 5:30 - 77:30pm Hi everyone! Come out & join RC Fam & Shared Adventures for some Fun Karaoke THIS Saturday!! 1205 Freedom blvd #3B at Raíces y Cariño, A Community Collective for Families Completely FREE!! All ages, all abilities welcome. See our calendar of events: https://www.rcfam.com/welcome-bienvenidos/calendar-calendario

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

Dungeons and Dragons Sundays 1 - 3pm, September 11 - December 4 Attention 12-16yr-olds -- Adventure awaits! A friendly introduction to Dungeons & Dragons 5E for players of all experience levels, led by an accomplished D&D Dungeon Master. Held every Sunday from 1pm - 3pm, our Fall Campaign lasts from September 11th - December 4th for a […]

Brighten Your Harbor Parade Sunday, December 4,  5:30 pm Don't miss the beautiful Brighten Your Harbor Parade starting in the Monterey Harbor on Sunday, December 4th at 5:30 pm.