Events

Aptos Writer's Workshop 2nd & 4th Mondays 1 - 3pm through September Aptos Writer’s Workshop is a place where writer’s meet to discuss, and provide suggestions for fiction and non-fiction work in a positive and supportive small group environment. It is designed to help members with their own work over time from an initial idea, […]

Setting Healthy Screen Time Limits Monday, August 12, 3:30 - 5pm Attend this FREE parenting worksh0p 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 Presented IN ENGLISH in person by […]

Grupo Triple P: Para familias con niños 2-12 años Cada lunes, del 22 de enero al 18 de marzo, 2024 • 4 – 6 pm (Excepto el 19 de febrero) Inscríbase para reservar su lugar y obtener el cuidado de sus niños GRATIS: https://bit.ly/Grupo-Ene2024 Asista por 8 semanas a este grupo GRATIS de Triple P […]

Seminar: The Power of Positive Parenting Monday,  August 12, 6 - 7:30 To register visit:  https://bit.ly/Positive-Aug12 Attend this FREE parenting seminar where you will learn how to: • Provide positive learning environments for children • Use assertive discipline • Have realistic expectations and take care of yourself Location: Live Oak Community, Resources, 1740 17th Ave, […]

New Parents' Support Group at Felton Library Tuesdays 12:30 - 2pm April 2 - July 16 Join our new parents support group for this weekly peer support group for new parents facilitated by two local postpartum doulas. This program offers a welcoming space for new parents to learn from each other, make new friends, get […]

Tuesday Night Live Wharf Concerts 2nd Tuesdays 6 - 8pm, May  14, June 11, July 9, August 13, September 10 The City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Department, Santa Cruz Economic Development Department and the Santa Cruz Wharf Tenants welcome back Tuesday Night Live at the Wharf Common's stage! Every 2nd Tuesday of the […]

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!

SAGA for Teens at Felton Library Teen Room 2nd Wednesdays of the month, 3 - 5pm Hey Teens! Join the Felton Sexuality and Gender Alliance (SAGA) for Teens group every 2nd Wednesday of the month from 3:00-5:00 PM in the Felton Library Teen Room. SAGA creates a welcoming, safe, and inclusive space for teens of […]

Workshop: How to Handle Swearing and Stealing Wednesday, August 14, 6 - 7:30pm To register visit: https://bit.ly/Behavior-Aug14 Attend this FREE parenting workshop to learn: Why children engage in stealing and swearing How to teach your child appropriate language and behavior Strategies to prevent and manage swearing and stealing How to use logical consequences to encourage […]

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 […]

Triple P Workshop: Understanding Why Your Baby Cries   Attend this FREE parenting workshop to learn: • Why babies cry • Strategies to calm, and soothe your crying baby • Tips for taking care of yourself when your baby cries a lot Presented IN ENGLISH in person by Lidia Montesino, Community Bridges – Nueva Vista […]

Free Resource Recovery Center Tours Fridays 10am & 1pm through August 23 Summer Public Tours Are Back at the Resource Recovery Center! Join us for Public Tours of the Resource Recovery Facility Fridays at 10am or 1pm from June 14th through August 23rd, 2024. Tours are limited to 20 people. Children must be at least […]

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 […]

Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) 3rd Fridays, 11am - 12:30pm, March 15 - December 20 Join us at the Aptos Branch Library for an engaging and dynamic book group experience: Bring Your Own Book (BYOB). This innovative program encourages participants to bring along a book of their choice and share their thoughts, insights, and perspectives […]

Scrabble La Selva Beach August 2 - November 15, Fridays, 1 - 2pm Did you know that  PACZKI is a round filled doughnut (23 points)?  Come test your vocabulary in a game of Scrabble at La Selva Beach Library. La Selva Beach Library, 316 Estrella Ave., LSB Are you a bridge player too?  The LSB […]

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!

Food Truck Friday Capitola Fridays, July 12,  August 16, September 13, 4:30pm Food Truck Fridays are back in the summer of 2024! Come to Monterey Ave. Park in Capitola to enjoy local centric food and entertainment in a fun, family friendly environment. Enjoy top-notch food from some of Santa Cruz County’s best food trucks while […]

Midtown Summer Block Party Fridays, June 14 - August 30, 5-8:30pm After months of planning, it’s finally here! Event Santa Cruz, Midtown Summer Block Party, the official or unofficial start of summer here in Santa Cruz. We’re kicking it off with a bang every Friday. Food by @watsonvillemunchiess, @crackedcookiessc, J & M Baking Bagels, and […]

Music in the Plaza Concert Series 1st & 3rd Fridays, beginning June 21, 6-8pm Join us at our summer outdoor Music in the Plaza concert series! Come and enjoy an evening of music outdoors. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and picnics, then sit back and relax to the sounds of summer. A variety of bands […]

National Honey Bee Day Movie & Discussion La Selva Beach Saturday, August 17, 1 - 2:30pm Celebrate National Honey Bee Day with us.  See bees like you’ve never seen them before in the PBS Nature documentary, My Garden of a Thousand Bees. Locked down during the coronavirus pandemic, acclaimed wildlife filmmaker Martin Dohrn set out […]

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 […]

Beekeeping with The Beekeeper's Apprentice Saturday, August 17,  10:03am Explore the fascination of bees while celebrating the 30 year anniversary of The Beekeeper's Apprentice, by Laurie R. King! Apiarist Emily Bondor, a full-time beekeeper and educator, will share her knowledge of bees while Laurie shares how they continue to inspire. NOTE: Live bees will be […]

Great Expectations Parenting Group for Parents/Caregivers of Neurodivergent Children 3rd Saturdays, 1:30-2:30pm, April 30 - (May 17?) 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 will meet on the third Saturday of every month from 1:30-2:30pm. We'll Explore: Autism and Neurodiversity […]

Landscape Exhibition Artist Talk Saturday, August 17, 1:30-3pm> Join us this Saturday, August 17th, from 1:30-3pm for the Landscape Exhibition Artist Talk. Get an exclusive peek into the creative minds of artists Shanna Kuempel, Stanley Peterson, and Carolyn Lord as they share their process, inspiration, and painting journeys This talk will be moderated by the […]

DJ Skills Workshop with DJ Yuka Yu 3rd Saturdays, 2 - 3:30pm, June 15 - September 21 June 15 July 20 August 17 September 21 Ever wanted to learn how to DJ? We've got you covered! Join our Advisory Council of Teens (ACT) as we host a DJ Skills Workshop with DJ Yuka Yu! Whether […]

SCYC Juniors Try Sailing Day Sunday, August 18, 3:30-6:30pm Ever dream of sailing around the world or winning The America's Cup? Wishing you could chill and connect with nature out on the water? Or maybe you're looking for good times while building camaraderie with your crew? Try sailing with the Santa Cruz Yacht Club Juniors […]