Events

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

Triple P Workshop: Teaching Children to Share Monday, November 13, 5:30 - 7pm Sharing is more than toys; it's about teaching empathy, teamwork, and getting along with others. Join us for this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • How to teach your child to share with siblings and others • Simple ways to encourage […]

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 […]

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 […]

Free Bike Repair Clinic Tuesday, November 14, 11am - 2pm Fix-a-flat | Turn up for a tune-up | Ready to roll at our free bike repair clinic. Are mechanical issues stopping you from riding your bike more? Do you have a persistent squeaky brake, a loud chain, or a flat tire? Have your bike checked […]

Racism: Origins, Persistence, and Opposition Historically and Today Saturday, December 2, 11am - 12:30pm Join us at La Selva Beach Branch Library on Saturday, December 2nd at 11am for an illustrated talk titled Racism: Origins, Persistence, and Opposition: What is distinctive about modern racism? How has it shaped human history over the past several centuries? […]

Live Oak Picture Book Scavenger Hunt November 1 -30 Join us at Live Oak Library to celebrate National Picture Book Month with a Picture Book Scavenger Hunt. Stop by the children's room and pick up a hunt. Look for the answers in books! It could be a word or a picture. Complete the hunt and […]

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!

Baby Laptime Thursdays 10:30 - 11am, September 15 - December 28 Join us for baby laptime! Newborns, infants, and their caregivers will learn together and strengthen their relationship with each other through songs, bounces, rhymes, books, and play. (Ages 0 to non-walkers)

Grupo Breve Triple P: Prevención y manejo de la conducta desafiante Cada jueves, del 26 de octubre al 16 de noviembre • 6:00 – 7:30 pm Inscríbase: https://bit.ly/Conductas-Oct2023 Cada jueves, del 26 de octubre al 16 de noviembre • 6:00 – 7:30 pm Asista a este grupo breve virtual GRATIS de crianza para aprender: • […]

Stepping Stones Workshop: The Power of Positive Parenting for families with special needs Thursday, November 17, 6 - 7:30pm Parenting a child with special needs is a remarkable journey filled with unique challenges and triumphs. At times, it can be daunting, but it's also incredibly rewarding. Join us to connect with other parents, share experiences, […]

Knitting Group at Live Oak Library Fridays 11am - 1pm through Come join our knitting event every Friday at Live Oak Library! If you're looking for something fun and relaxing to do, come knit with us! Bring your own yarn, knitting needles, and any other crafting materials you'd like. We welcome crochet and cross stitch […]

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!

Holiday Lights in the Watsonville Plaza Friday, November 17, 5 - 6pm The 2023 Holiday Tree Lighting is Nov. 17 from 5 to 6 PM in the City Plaza. Join us for festive fun as we light up our beloved City Plaza for the winter holidays. Santa will be here!

Triple P Workshop: Setting Healthy Screen Time Limits Friday, November 17, 5:30 - 7pm As parents, we need to help our kids find the right balance with screens. Setting limits on screen time gives them a chance to play, socialize, and learn important life skills. It's all about creating a balanced childhood and teaching them […]

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 […]

La Selva Beach Holiday Craft Fair & Book Sale Saturday, November 18, 10am-4pm Attention craft lovers! Don't miss the La Selva Beach Holiday Craft Fair & Book Sale! Discover unique and handmade jewelry, art, and more from over 50 local vendors. Plus, there will be a Used Book Sale featuring books in all genres. And […]

Rockin Gem, Mineral, Jewelry & Fossil Sale Saturday 10 - 5 & Sunday 10 - 4, November 18 & 19 This is a fascinating event! Members of the club sell rocks, minerals, gems, fossils, jewelry, and other lapidary items at the club’s holiday sale. The sale is held the third weekend in November at the […]

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 […]

Family Fun with Tule Saturday, November 18, 1-2:30pm Get crafty with us for this month’s Family Fun program to learn all about tule. Tule, a plant found alongside fresh bodies of water throughout California, has been used by indigenous communities as a source material to create different items and tools. During this program, Museum Staff […]

Great Expectations Parenting Group Saturdays 1:30 - 2:30pm, November 18, 2023 December 16, 2023 January 20, 2024 February 17, 2024 March 16, 2024 April 20, 2024 Here at the Scotts Valley library, we're hosting a parenting group for caregivers raising neurodivergent individuals with behavior challenges and delays from toddlers to teens. We'll Explore: Autism and […]

Bilingual Storytime and Market Hunt  Third Sundays, 9am - 1pm June 18-November 19 Join SCPL Librarians at the Live Oak Farmers' Market for Market Hunt materials and prizes, Bilingual Storytime at 10am and 11am, and information about the services, programs, and events the Library is offering. The Farmers' Market is located at 15th and Eastcliff […]

Rockin Gem, Mineral, Jewelry & Fossil Sale Saturday 10 - 5 & Sunday 10 - 4, November 18 & 19 This is a fascinating event! Members of the club sell rocks, minerals, gems, fossils, jewelry, and other lapidary items at the club’s holiday sale. The sale is held the third weekend in November at the […]

Community Dinner in Boulder Creek Sunday, November 19, 5-7pm Join us next Sunday November 19 for our monthly community dinner. We will be serving a full Thanksgiving dinner, all are welcome. If you need a warm meal, chance to connect with the community or just want Thanksgiving to come early we are happy to have […]