Events

FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS Monday, August 11,  6 – 7:30pm Attend this FREE parenting workshop to learn tips for: -Acknowledge and navigate grief and other difficult emotions -Reduce stress and demands on your time -Strengthen family support and discover personal meaning Presented IN ENGLISH in person by Alex Jean-James, Community Bridges – […]

Free Sewing Workshop 2nd & 3rd Tuesdays, through December 9 & 16,  4 - 5:30pm Free Sewing Classes - Ready to unleash your creativity and learn a new skill? Whether you're a total beginner or an experienced sewer, our free sewing classes are for you. Join us for a fun, hands-on experience where you can: […]

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 […]

Capitola Twilight Concerts Wednesdays 6pm, June 11 - August 27 Join us for the Capitola Twilight Concerts are hosted on Wednesday evenings during the summer months. All concerts begin at 6 p.m.and take place at the Esplanade bandstand in Capitola Village. These free events are made possible by the generousity of our sponsors. June 11  […]

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 […]

Mah Jongg Club - Hong Kong Style Thursdays,  2 - 4pm, through December 18 Welcome players of all levels - the experienced and the newly curious! Connect with fellow Mahjong enthusiasts and build a supportive community. Share experiences, exchange tips, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow learners. I host a Beginner's Learning Table EVERY week, […]

PARA FAMILIAS CON NIÑOS DE 5-12 AÑOS jueves, el 14 de agosto, 6:00 – 7:30 pm Asista a este taller GRATUITO de crianza para aprender: -Por qué la hora de hacer tarea resulta difícil en muchas familias -Cómo ayudar a su niño/a a desarrollar una buena rutina para hacer la tarea -Herramientas para disminuir el […]

PARA FAMILIAS CON NIÑOS DE TODAS LAS EDADES miércoles, el 13 de agosto, 2025 • 6:00 – 7:30 pm Asista a este taller GRATUITO de crianza para aprender: -Desafíos comunes al equilibrar las responsabilidades familiares y laborales -Herramientas para prevenir que el estrés laboral afecte su vida familiar -Consejos para establecer límites saludables entre la […]

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 […]

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!

Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party Fridays, May 30 - August 29, 5:00 to 8:30ish The Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 5th year—every Friday from May 30th to August 29th. We’re re-imagining the event, and we can’t wait to share the details with you! In the meantime, we’re […]

Celebrate the Reopening of West Cliff <Drive! Friday, August 15, 5– 8pm Please join us to celebrate the reopening of West Cliff Drive with live music, local food, family-friendly activities, and remarks from City leadership. Lighthouse Point, 701 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz Highlights Live performance by SambaDá Food trucks including S.C. Eatery, H&H Fresh […]

Movie in the Park - Jumanji Friday, August 15, 8pm (sunset) Food Truck Friday & Movie Night at Siltanen! Bring a low-back chair or a blanket, grab a spot on the grass, and settle in for a magical summer evening under the stars. Don’t miss this fun, family-friendly night at Siltanen Park!

Crescendo Dance Academy Grand Opening Saturday, August 16, 9am - 3pm Power. Empathy. Excellence in Dance Its been a dream in the making for a long time now and it’s finally here! Come celebrate with us. We'll have free dance classes, t-shirt decorating and a dance party. Schedule: 9am-3pm: T-shirt Decorating - Bring your questions […]

Scotts Valley Art, Wine and Beer Festival Saturday, 10am – 6pm; Sunday, 10 am – 5 pm; August 16 & 17 This family-friendly, community event is held annually. Now in its 25th year, the two-day event running August 16th and 17th invites attendees to explore and shop for art from up to 130 artists (38 […]

Weekend Ranger Nature Programs for Kids, Big Basin Redwoods State Park– All Summer Long! Saturdays and Sundays through August 31 Little Rangers ages 3–6 – Saturdays at 10:00 AM (30-minute program) Perfect for children ages 3-6 and their families. Each session features a fun, engaging topic like “Furry Friends of the Forest” or “All About […]

Visit the fully restored Castro Adobe Saturdays 10:30am-3:30pm: March 22, May 17, June 14,  August 16, October 18 Sundays 10:30am-3:30pm: April 27, September 21, November 16, December 7 Castro Adobe is the first State Historic Park in the Pajaro Valley This 90-minute tour is led by State Park docents who will share the history of […]

Guided Walk: Big Basin: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow Saturdays 11am-12pm Big Basin Redwoods State Park 21600 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek, CA, United States Come learn about the story of Big Basin: past, present, and future while wandering under the guardian old-growth redwoods that have seen it all! This program is a 1 hour walk […]

"Give Your Kids Wings to Fly" Saturdays 4-6pm Join this fun and interactive 2-hour workshop with your kids (ages 8–12) and watch them soar as high as their creativity and imagination can take them! This free workshop is led by the 3DE Club—an online after-school program that helps kids develop entrepreneurial, leadership, and financial skills […]

Scotts Valley Art, Wine and Beer Festival Saturday, 10am – 6pm; Sunday, 10 am – 5 pm; August 16 & 17 This family-friendly, community event is held annually. Now in its 25th year, the two-day event running August 16th and 17th invites attendees to explore and shop for art from up to 130 artists (38 […]

Weekend Ranger Nature Programs for Kids, Big Basin Redwoods State Park– All Summer Long! Saturdays and Sundays through August 31 Little Rangers ages 3–6 – Saturdays at 10:00 AM (30-minute program) Perfect for children ages 3-6 and their families. Each session features a fun, engaging topic like “Furry Friends of the Forest” or “All About […]

Redwood Loop Tour – Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Sundays, February 16, 12 - 2pm Coast Redwoods offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee! Every Sunday at 12:00pm, we are taking folks on a guided walk through the Redwood Grove to talk about coast redwoods and to experience the forest together. On this 1-mile stroll, we will […]