Events

Tales to Tails Garfield Park Mondays 3:30-4:30pm, September 16 through December 30 Tales to Tails is a literacy program designed to help children improve their reading skills by reading to certified therapy dogs. Trained therapy dogs will be available Mondays at the Garfield Park Library to be attentive reading partners for children reading aloud. Child […]

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 […]

Triple P Workshop: Guide Your Child Through Bullying with Confidence Monday, November 18, 6-7:30pm Attend this FREE parenting workshop to learn: • How to recognize different types of bullying • Common reasons why children bully others • What you can do if your child is being bullied To register visit: https://bit.ly/Bullying-Nov18 Register to reserve your […]

Taller Triple P: Desarrollando buenas rutinas a la hora de dormir Monday, November 18, 6-7:30pm Asista a este taller GRATUITO de crianza para aprender: • Razones comunes del por qué los niño/as tienen dificultad a la hora de ir a la cama y dormir toda la noche • Cómo crear rutinas tranquilas que funcionan para […]

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 […]

Make and Explore at the Libraries Scroll down for your library's dates & times. Every week we will have a new project idea for you to make or explore at your libraries. Projects will include Science,  and Arts & Crafts. Scotts Valley, Tuesday, 3-4:30pm April 23-July 30. Every week we will have a new project idea […]

Tales to Tails Felton Library 3rd Tuesdays, 3-4pm, September 17, 2024 - December 16, 2025 Tales to Tails is a literacy program designed to help children improve their reading skills by providing them the opportunity to read to certified therapy dogs. Trained therapy dogs will be available on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at […]

Tai Chi for Teens Tuesdays 5-6pm, Oct. 29 - November 19 Join Tai Chi for Teens at Capitola Library Tuesdays 5-6pm. Tai Chi is a gentle, flowing martial art that originated in ancient China. It's known for its graceful movements, deep breathing techniques, and meditative benefits. Benefits of Tai Chi: - Enhance your balance and […]

Helping Youth Navigate Anxiety and Depression for families with kids attending PVUSD Tuesday, November 19, 6-7:30pm Attend this FREE parenting workshop to learn: • Common causes and signs of depression and anxiety in youth • What to do if you think your child is struggling with depression or anxiety • Tips for helping youth develop […]

Taller Triple P: Ayudando a los jóvenes a tratar con la ansiedad y la depresión Tuesday, November 19, 6-7:30pm **Por favor, note que esta clase está abierta sólo a familias con niños o adolescentes que asisten a Pajaro Valley Unified District** Asista a este taller GRATUITO de crianza para aprender: • Causas comunes y señales […]

Story Time and Stay and Play Wednesdays, 11am-12pm, September 10 - December Join us for Story Time featuring songs, rhymes, and stories designed to help preschoolers develop early literacy skills. This program is designed for children ages three to five and their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! After Story Time, stay for Stay & […]

Seminario de Triple P: Conectando a los adolescentes Wednesday, November 20, 6-7:30pm Asista para aprender como apoyar las conexiones sociales positivas de su adolescente fomentando la confianza, las habilidades sociales, la planificación, el compromiso, la comunicación regular y el cuidar de los demás. Lugar: Live Oak Recursos Comunitarios, 1740 17th Ave, Santa Cruz Presentado en […]

Artist Joel Michael Smith Exhibit Exhibit Daily through August 29 Closing Reception, August 24, 3:30-5pm To honor and recognize local talent, the Friends of the Aptos Library are hosting a closing art reception event in the Betty Leonard Community Room. Joel Michael Smith Art is currently on display at the Aptos Branch Library and the […]

Story with a Ranger Keepunumuk: Weeâchumun’s Thanksgiving Story Thursday, November 21, 4pm Yesterday was one of our Library Rangers day at Garfield Park Library, where one of our Santa Cruz Mission park interpreters led a story and craft about the full moon! The next story with a ranger will be feature Keepunumuk: Weeâchumun’s Thanksgiving Story. […]

Tech Talks: Parental Apple Controls Thursday, November 21, 11am-12pm Learn how to set parental controls with iPhones. Are the kids you know addicted to iPhones? There are many benefits and potential pitfalls when children have iPhones and iPads. Know your options for mitigating the risks so your loved ones can establish a balanced relationship with […]

Pokemon at Live Oak Annex Thursdays 3-5pm, September 12, 2024 - January 23, 2025 Informal drop-in. Join us at Live Oak Annex to play pokemon. Ages 6-11 Bring your decks and get ready to see who is the Poke Master! No trades allowed unless parents are present. For more information please call 831-427-7713

Foundations for Independence: Money and Work Thursday, November 21, 6-7:30 Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • Tips for teaching teens how to save and manage their money • How to help teens look for jobs that fit with their interests and schedules • How to decide when it feels right to ask […]

Baby Time and Stay and Play Capitola Friday, September 6,  11am-12pm Baby Story Time features songs, rhymes, stories, and lap play designed to help babies develop early literacy skills. This program is designed for children ages birth to two and their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! After Baby Time, stay for Stay & Play […]

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 […]

Triple P Workshop: Helping Youth Navigate Anxiety Friday, November 22, 3-4:30pm Attend this FREE parenting workshop to learn: • Common causes and signs of anxiety in teens • What to do if your teen is anxious • Tips for helping teens develop healthy coping skills To register visit: https://bit.ly/Anxiety-Nov22 Location: Felton Public Library, 6121 Gushee […]

B40 Game Zone for Tweens and Teens Fridays 3-4:30pm, September 20 - November 22 Join Branciforte Library's  program of video gaming and traditional board games for young tweens and teens. A great opportunity to meet and make new friends!

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!

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 […]

Holiday Gift & Wreath Sale at the UCSC Arboretum and Botanic Garden Saturday, November 23, 10am-4pm Come to the UCSC Arboretum Gift and Wreath sale! Featuring handmade holiday gifts and decorations unlike anything you’ve seen! Arboretum artists have been busy for months creating stunning succulent and dried flower wreaths and works of art for this […]

Teddy Bear Clinics Saturday 11:30am-1pm & 2:30-4pm, September 28 and November 23 Check-ups are fun, not a bore, keep your teddy healthy to the core! Does your teddy bear have a mysterious tummy ache? Did your unicorn lose a horn in a daring adventure? It's time for a check-up at MOD's Teddy Bear Clinic. Bring […]

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults 18+ 2nd & 4th Saturdays, 12-5pm, beginning May 25 For adults 18+, step into the realm of Dungeons & Dragons! Whether you’re a newbie or a veteran adventurer, join us every 2nd and 4th Saturday for an epic afternoon of storytelling. Be a bard, wizard, or barbarian, and tackle creative […]

Into the Woods Family Opera Saturday, November 23, 1 pm & 3pm (2 free performances) UCSC Opera presents an open rehearsal type of presentation with back-to-back matinee performances and fun for the whole family. UCSC voice students perform in Stephen Sondheim's mash-up of overlapping fairytale. Luke Shepherd will perform as the Narrator from the piano. […]