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: How to Handle Fighting and Aggression Monday, November 20, 5:30 - 7pm As a parent, you know that occasional conflicts are a natural part of a child's journey to maturity. Teaching your children to cooperate, be empathetic, and resolve issues is vital for them to thrive in a positive environment and handle […]

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 […]

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!

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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!

The Neighbors 3rd Annual Holigay Market Friday, November 24, 5  – 9pm; Saturday, November 25, 2 - 5pm Don your gay apparel and come out to the Neighbor’s 3rd annual Holigay Market! NOW 2 DAYS LONG! Friday offers in intimate outdoor market and a queer holiday movie under the stars at 7pm. Then come back […]

Holiday Boutique at Aptos United Methodist Church Saturday, November 25,  9am - 3pm Join us for our annual Holiday Boutique at Aptos United Methodist Church featuring Arts and Crafts, Soaps and Scents, Preserves and Baked Goods, Jewelry, Hats and Scarves, Flowers and more!

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 […]

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 […]

Surfin' Santa is coming to town Saturday, November 25, 12pm - 3pm On Saturday, November 25, at 12pm, Surfin' Santa will be landing on Capitola Beach via his kayak! Bring the kiddos and visit with Santa until 3pm when he'll head back up to the North Pole to prepare for Christmas. Once Santa lands on […]

The Neighbors 3rd Annual Holigay Market Friday, November 24, 5  – 9pm; Saturday, November 25, 2 - 5pm Don your gay apparel and come out to the Neighbor’s 3rd annual Holigay Market! NOW 2 DAYS LONG! Friday offers in intimate outdoor market and a queer holiday movie under the stars at 7pm. Then come back […]

Holiday Market Popup at Abbott Square Sunday, November 26, 11am – 4pm The Holiday Market Popup at Abbott Square features 20 local makers and artists. This fun little market is a great addition to your Sunday shopping downtown! Grab a bite and a drink at Abbott Square, do a little shopping and enjoy live music.