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 […]

Join us at the Bridge Club Mondays, 10:30am - 12pm, August 14 - October 2 Join us at the Bridge Club! Everyone is welcomed from beginners to social players. If you’re interested in playing Bridge, a table is waiting for you every Monday at the Capitola Branch Library. Register: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/10056781

Free Labor Day Swim at Simpkins Monday, September 4, 3:30 - 7pm Join us for FREE recreational swim, Monday, September 4th from 12:30-4:00 p.m.. m. First come, first served. #freeswim #LaborDay #parksmakelifebetter #simpkinsfamilyswimcenter #santacruzcountyparks Simpkins Family Swim Center Event by Santa Cruz County Parks Department Simpkins Family Swim Center

Grupo Triple P Virtual: Para familias con niños de 2–12 años Cada lunes, del 31 de julio al 25 de septiembre,  6 – 8 pm, Excepto el 14 de agosto Inscríbase: https://bit.ly/Grupo-Jul2023 Asista por 8 semanas a este grupo virtual GRATIS de Triple P para conocer a otras familias y aprender estrategias sencillas que le […]

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 […]

In-Person Tech Help Felton Tuesdays 10am - 12pm, September 5 - December 19 Are you stuck with a technology question? One of our tech savvy staff members at the Felton Library would like to help you troubleshoot your question with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Possible topics may include: creating an email account, creating […]

In-person Tech Help Capitola Tuesdays, 10 - 12:30pm, September 5 - December 19 Are you stuck with a technology question? One of our tech savvy staff members at the Capitola Library would like to help you troubleshoot your question with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Possible topics may include: creating an email account, creating […]

Grupo Triple P: Para familias con adolescentes de 13 a 16 años Tuesdays, September 5 - October 24, 6 - 8pm Cada martes, del 5 de septiembre al 24 de octubre, 2023, 6 – 8 pm Inscríbase: https://bit.ly/Grupo-TripleP-Sept2023 Asista a este Grupo de Triple P de 8 sesiones para aprender estrategias sencillas para ayudarle a: […]

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!

Teen Crafternoon Downtown Library Wednesdays 4 - 6pm beginning September 6 Teens, come do crafts with your peers while using your creativity. Every month we will offer a different craft or project. Snacks will be provided. For ages 13-18.

Crafting Your College Application Essay Wednesday, September 6, 5:30 - 7:30pm Writing your college application essay?  Get some pointers on how to get started. The Princeton Review is partnering with the Santa Cruz Public Libraries to bring you a series of virtual webinars focused on college admissions preparedness and will provide the opportunity to get info and ask questions. […]

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 […]

Taller Triple P: Ayudar con la tarea Thursday, September 7, 6 - 7:30pm Inscríbase: https://bit.ly/Tarea-7Sept Asista a este taller virtual GRATIS de crianza para aprender: • Por qué la hora de hacer tarea es un problema para muchas familias • Cómo ayudar a su hijo o hija a desarrollar una buena rutina de tarea • […]

Triple P Workshop: Setting Healthy Screen Time Limits Thursday, September 7, 6 - 7:30pm Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • How “screen time” can affect children’s health and behaviors • Tips for setting screen time limits • What to do if your child refuses to follow the screen time rules Register: https://bit.ly/Screentime-Sept7 […]

Live Music on the Boardwalk Colonnade Thursdays, 8:30 - 10pm, June 15 – August 10 Enjoy FREE Live Music Thursdays throughout the summer on the Boardwalk Colonnade! Come for the rides, stay for the entertainment! June 15  SANG MATIZ June 22  MAN IN BLACK June 29 EXTRA LARGE July 6  FAST TIMES July 13  SANTA CRUDA […]

Junior and Little Ranger Programs June through August Hey parents! Are you looking for FREE childcare this summer? Have your 7 - 12 year olds join us for Junior Ranger Programs where they can explore the natural world through projects, experiments, art, nature journaling, and more! Junior Ranger programs are happening in parks all across […]

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!

Festa Italia Friday 3 - 9pm;  Saturday 10am - 9pm;  Sunday 10am - 6pm, September 9-11 Save the date for the award-winning 90th Festa Italia, celebrating Monterey’s Italian heritage and cultural traditions. Join us for this special festival honoring the local fishermen of Monterey, both past and present. This event’s free entertainment line-up, described below, is unrivaled! […]

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 […]

Family Field Days Saturdays 9am - 1pm: 9/9 & 23;  10/7 & 21;  11/4 & 18 Come to Pinto Lake County Park for exciting Family Field Days with County Park Friends, America SCORES, Ecology Action, and free books from Live Like Coco. PVUSD students can join the soccer clinic led by the awesome AmericaSCORES team.. […]

Community Crafters Boulder Creek Saturdays 10am - 12pm, August 19 - December 2 Come join amazing teachers from the community to learn a new craft or art process, and have a space dedicated to work on projects with others every week. We plan to learn a new craft or art process once a month with […]

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 […]

Festa Italia Friday 3 - 9pm;  Saturday 10am - 9pm;  Sunday 10am - 6pm, September 9-11 Save the date for the award-winning 90th Festa Italia, celebrating Monterey’s Italian heritage and cultural traditions. Join us for this special festival honoring the local fishermen of Monterey, both past and present. This event’s free entertainment line-up, described below, is unrivaled! […]

Family Birding Fun Saturday, September 9, 10 - 11am For this month’s Family Fun event, we will be birding on East Cliff Drive along the San Lorenzo River! Museum Staff will provide binoculars for each participant and share helpful tips for identifying birds during this easy walk. Sign your flock up today for this free […]

Rancho Day at the Adobe Saturday, September 9, 10am - 4pm Don’t miss Rancho Day at the Adobe! The Monterey County Historical Society is honored to serve as a local host for this fun 2023 Doors Open California community event. Rancho Day at the Adobe, 333 Boronda Road, Salinas, CA 93906 Free Admission Join us […]

Creekside Socials Block Party Launch Saturday, September 9, 11am - 3pm Please join us for the FREE kick-off block party on September 9, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., along Barack Obama Blvd near the SAP Center in downtown San José. With over 40 vendors and experiences popping up, Creekside Socials aims to bring the community […]

Greek Festival 2023 Friday 5 – 10pm and Saturday, 12 - 10pm, September 8 - 9 The 2023 Santa Cruz Greek Festival is one of the most eagerly anticipated community events. The Santa Cruz Greek Festival is the longest running cultural festival in Santa Cruz County, growing from a small celebration in the church courtyard […]

Composting Workshop Saturday, September 9, 1 - 3pm Have you every wanted to learn how to compost with success? Or are you already composting but want to learn how to improve your techniques? Then this is the program for you! Join us at the Felton Branch Library. This program is by registration only. Limit to […]

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 […]

Downtown Antique Faire 2nd Sundays, 9am - 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) […]

Festa Italia Friday 3 - 9pm;  Saturday 10am - 9pm;  Sunday 10am - 6pm, September 9-11 Save the date for the award-winning 90th Festa Italia, celebrating Monterey’s Italian heritage and cultural traditions. Join us for this special festival honoring the local fishermen of Monterey, both past and present. This event’s free entertainment line-up, described below, is unrivaled! […]