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 […]

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 […]

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 - […]

Tuesday Night Wharf Concerts 2nd Tuesdays 6 - 8pm, May 9, July 11, August 8, September 12 The City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Department, Economic Development and the Santa Cruz Wharf Tenants proudly present Tuesday Night Live at the Wharf Common's stage! Every 2nd Tuesday of the month from May through September join […]

Tuesday Night Live Concert Series at the Santa Cruz Wharf May 9,  6 - 8pm We are looking forward to sunny days and live music at the Santa Cruz Wharf! Please sure to check out the first concert of the Tuesday Night Live Concert Series at the Santa Cruz Wharf on May 9th! The City […]

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 […]

Coffee and Conversation Monthly September - May, 9 - 10:30am Join us for nine "Coffee Conversations" September - May presented by Parents of Mount Madonna School! The focus of this first meeting will be on the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals and how they can enhance our learning objectives at Mount Madonna School!

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!

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 […]

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 […]

Kirby School Campus Tour Thursday, February 9, 9:30 am Take advantage of our weekly drop-in tour with Admissions Director, Emily Lamoureux. No registrations necessary, just show up any Thursday at 9:30am ready to embark on an approximately hour-long tour of campus. Thursdays aren't good for you? No problem...Emily offers individualized campus tours at your convenience. […]

Triple P Workshop: Taming Power Struggles & Tantrums Thursday, May 11, 12 - 1:30 Register online at: https://bit.ly/Tantrums-May11 Attend this FREE parenting workshop to learn: • What your child might be trying to communicate through their behavior • How to handle disobedience without getting stuck in a power struggle • Effective ways to prevent and […]

Enseñando destrezas sociales a los niños con necesidades especiales Thursday, May 11, 5:30 - 7pm *Para familias con niños con necesidades especiales que asisten a las escuelas del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Pájaro Valley (PVUSD)* Asista a este taller GRATIS de crianza para aprender: • Cómo el jugar le ayuda a los niños a aprender […]

Of the Sea Thursday, May 11, 5:30pm Join us at the Seymour Marine Discovery Center for a screening of "OF THE SEA" followed by a short film and Q&A from the Monterey Bay Fisheries Trust! While you're here, treat yourself to a delicious (locally sourced) fish taco for purchase from Ocean2table! The film screenings are […]

Positive Discipline for Young School Age Thursdays, 6-8pm, April 27,  May 4, 11, 18 It takes a village— come find yours! Free + childcare + snacks! Eight weeks of compassionate listening and effective tools / strategies to navigate parenting our little ones 0-5 and school age kiddos 6-11yrs Gain strategies. Topics covered will include understanding […]

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 […]

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!

Ayudando a los niños y adolescentes a tratar con la depresión y la ansiedad Friday, May 12, 5 - 7pm Inscríbase: https://bit.ly/Depresion-Ansiedad-12Mayo Asista a este taller de crianza GRATIS y aprenda: • Causas y señales comunes de la depresión y la ansiedad • Qué hacer si usted cree que su niño o adolescente está deprimido […]

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 […]

Try Out Scouts at Scout-O-Rama! Saturday, May 13, 10am - 4pm Help your kids make new friends that last a lifetime! Join us for a day of adventure at Scout-O-Rama and see the positive impact Scouting can have on your child's life! At Scout-O-Rama, you and your kids can experience the fun, friendship, and leadership […]

Branciforte Library Grand Opening Saturday, May 13, 10am Mark your calendar! Join us for a community celebration to commemorate the grand reopening of the Branciforte Branch Library on Saturday May 13th @ 10am. From Santa Cruz Public Libraries: As a result of the Measure S community investment, the Branciforte Branch has been re-imagined to meet […]

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 […]

Second Saturday on the Farm 2nd Saturdays, 11am - 3pm Every month we produce a 2nd Saturday on the Farm, a family event that focuses on a particular area of agriculture. Visitors can participate in the regular activities of the Ag History Project plus others related to the day’s special focus. We host over 2,500 […]

Downtown Antique Faire 2nd Sundays, 8am - 5pm The Santa Cruz Antique Faire is on the 2nd Sunday of every month from 8am-5pm. Vendors offer an eclectic blend of antiques and unique items, vintage clothing, collectibles and more! Visit the Antique Faire on Lincoln Street between Pacific and Cedar. Interested in vendor space? Call (831) […]

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 […]

Bay Area Babywearing Aptos 2nd Sundays, 10am – 12pm At any of our meetings, you will have the opportunity to ask questions about proper positioning for safe, comfortable, and happy babywearing. Get fit help with any baby carriers you already own. Try out the many different wraps, slings, mei tais (or meh dais), SSCs, onbuhimos, […]

Bay Area Babywearing Watsonville 2nd Sundays, 1 - 3pm Join us for our December Meeting on Sunday, December 11th at Raîces y Cariño in Watsonville from 1:00 - 3:00pm. Browse our lending library and/or bring your own carrier to troubleshoot any questions you may have! We look forward to seeing you there! At any of […]

A Quick Guide to IEP’s and the Special Education Process Thursday, April 13, 10am and May 14, 7pm Would you like to improve your skills and knowledge to become active partners in developing your child’s educational program? This online training will help you understand the special education process; it is an overview of the ins […]