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 […]

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 […]

Afternoon STEAM: Minecraft 2nd Tuesdays, October 8 -May 13 Learn how to craft, build, and survive with afternoon steam Minecraft. Ages 8-18. Space is limited, participation is on a first-come basis.

Community Nights Computer Science Playground Watsonville Computer Science Education Week December 8-14 Computer Science Education Week is an annual call to action to inspire K-12 students to learn computer science and celebrate the contributions of students, teachers, and partners to the field.  Community Nights CS Playground December 10, 2,  4:30-6:30 pm at  Watsonville High School  December […]

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 & […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Tech Talks: AI Prompting for Learning (Mac / PC) Thursday, December 12,  11am-12pm Online Are you seeking guidance with digital learning? Explore personalized learning strategies with AI Chatbots. Join us as we uncover ways to unpack new concepts, improve your tech skills, practice new languages, and more. Please register to receive the Zoom link via […]

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

Computer Science Education Week December 8-14 Computer Science Education Week is an annual call to action to inspire K-12 students to learn computer science and celebrate the contributions of students, teachers, and partners to the field.  Community Nights CS Playground December 10, 2,  4:30-6:30 pm at  Watsonville High School  December 12,  4:30-6:30 pm at  Santa Cruz […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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!

Winter Art Market Saturday, December 14, 10am-5pm Tis' the season to shop local!  You are invited to join in the festivities at Our Winter Art Market on Saturday, December 14 from 10am-5pm as the Arts Council Santa Cruz County presents the Winter Art Market at the Tannery Arts Center. In its 11th year, this community-led […]

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 […]

Local Artist Market at Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History December 14, 11am-3pm Join over 20 local Santa Cruz artists as they showcase their craftsmanship! We will be featuring a wide array of goods, ranging from paintings and photography to jewelry, decor, and embroidery. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to support our community’s […]

Holidays on the Ranch at Wilder Ranch State Park Saturday, December 14, Celebrate the winter holidays as folks did in Victorian and early 20th century Santa Cruz during Holidays on the Ranch at Wilder Ranch State Park on Saturday, Dec. 14. Enjoy live caroling, sample Victorian-era holiday goodies, watch demonstrations in the blacksmith and machine […]

Movie # 1  Free Admission to Willie Wonka Saurday, December 14, 11am Landmark's Del Mar Theatre, 1124 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 Join us for a Wonka-ful Family Movie! FREE admission to Willy Wonka at the historic Del Mar Theatre! Bring the whole family for a magical day of chocolatey goodness and pure imagination. […]

Visits with Santa Saturday & Sunday, December 7 & 8, 14 & 15, 20 - 22, 12pm-4pm Childish Toy Shop, 1122 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 Santa is coming back to Santa Cruz and he can't wait to visit with you and hear all about the adventures you've had this year. And of course, […]

Winter on the Wharf Saturday, December 14, 2-5pm Mark your calendars! Next weekend is Winter on the Wharf! City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Santa Cruz Fire Department Santa Cruz Police Vince Tuzzi @happy_art_by_jt @leeballoondesigns Patchen Christmas Tree Farms Big Creek Lumber

Visits with Santa Saturday & Sunday, December 7 & 8, 14 & 15, 20 - 22, 12pm-4pm Childish Toy Shop, 1122 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 Santa is coming back to Santa Cruz and he can't wait to visit with you and hear all about the adventures you've had this year. And of course, […]