Events

Monthly Baby Stuff Swap Last Monday of the month Join us on the last Monday of each month to swap baby stuff with other mamas in our community! Bring what you would like to offer and take what you need. This swap takes place right after Strides 360 in the park! New to FIT4MOM?? Join […]

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

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 […]

Chanukah Story Hour Monday, December 30, 5-6pm Free Please join Temple Beth El for a Chanukah Story Hour! We'll light the menorah, sing the blessings, read stories, and sing songs. Perfect for families with children of all ages! Your RSVP helps us plan for your arrival and keep in touch with any changes. Thank you […]

Ring in the New Year at NOON Tuesday, December 31, 11am-1pm No need to wait until midnight - Ring in the New Year at NOON! Join us at the Live Oak Library and celebrate in community with crafts, snacks, and a balloon drop as we count down to Noon! More info here No es necesario […]

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

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 […]

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

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 […]

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

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

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 […]

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 […]

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

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!

Home Depot Kids Workshops 1st Saturdays of the month, 9am - 12pm Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. Soquel , 2600 41st Avenue, Soquel, 95073,  (831)462-5650    Register 355 S Green Valley Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076,(831)786-9877,    Register  

Sewing for Kids First Saturdays 10:30am-12pm, October 5 - February 1, 2025 Join Sewing for Kids Downtown! Come make something special with us. A different hand sewing project is offered each month. For October, we are making Button Owls. No sewing experience needed. Recommended for ages 7-12. Registration required: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/12711336  

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

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, […]

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

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, […]