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 […]

In Depth Look at Orphanage Trafficking Tuesday, October 28, 6-8pm Rising Voices Film Series - Shedding light on forms of human trafficking that are too often overlooked, underrepresented, or unknown. Our first film: Volunteers Needed — The Truth Behind Orphanage Volunteerism Across the globe, children are being trafficked through exploitative orphanages—taken from their families and […]

Free Positive Discipline Parenting Class Tuesdays  6-8pm, October 7, 14, 21, 28 Join us for a free Class Series on Parenting The Positive Discipline Way. Connect with other parents through this interactive and engaging educational series. You will be introduced to the Positive Discipline pathway to become an effective leader in your home being respectful […]

Community Crafters Boulder Creek and/or Felton Boulder Creek Library: Saturdays 10am - 12pm  Felton Library: 4th Wednesday 10:30am-2:30pm Come join amazing teachers from the community to learn a new craft or art process, and have a space dedicated to work on projects with others every week. We plan to learn a new craft or art […]

Storytime with Ivy Last Wednesday of the Month 11-11:15am Join Ivy, our children’s book buyer, at 11:00 am on the last Wednesday of the month for a storytime presentation of some of her favorite picture books! Meet in the kids’ section. Kids Event

R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail Wednesdays 3 - 5pm through June 6 R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers. Wednesdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at Capitola and La Selva Beach Libraries. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only. For more information or to register, […]

All Ages Art Reception The Raft Friday, September 5, 4:30 - 7pm Reception Wednesdays - Sundays 10am - 4pm through October 29 The Sanctuary Exploration Center is excited to announce "The Raft," a new art show by Margaret Adachi. "The Raft" brings Monterey Bay's sea otters to life, and highlights the crucial role they play […]

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, […]

Job Fair Thursday, October 30, 4-6pm Connect directly with some of the region’s top companies to discover a diverse range of open positions across various industries. Whether you’re exploring new career paths or seeking your next professional opportunity, this event is designed to support your employment journey! Engage with company representatives, learn about current openings, […]

How to Help Your Child Deal with Bullying Thursday, October 30, 6–7:30pm FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN UP TO 12 YEARS OLD 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 Location: First 5 Santa […]

Watch the Sea Witches from Capitola Wharf October 31, 10am - 12 pm   Capitola Wharf: Watch the Sea Witches Every year on Halloween, dozens of women dress up as witches and glide along Monterey Bay on stand-up-paddleboards. In silhouette, their paddles look like brooms as they magically glide along the water. Head out to […]

Elkhorn Slough Free Tour of the Preserve Every Saturday AND Sunday, 10 am and 11 am Guided hikes with naturalists are offered at 10am and 11am every Saturday and Sunday on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up for tours at the Visitor Center front desk. If you have questions, call (831) 728-2822.  

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!

Halloween Dance Party at MAH Friday, October 31, 5-8pm From 5pm-8pm, DJ Big Fun will be spinning all-spooky, all Halloween vinyl for a festive Samhain dance-party. FREE in the MAH's Atrium. Come dressed to impress and ready to dance!! Drinks available for purchase at Front & Cooper. https://www.santacruzmah.org/events/halloween-dance-2025/2025/10/31

Boulder Creek Downtown Trick or Treat Friday, October 31, 5 - 7pm Bring down the ghouls and goblins to trick or treat our Downtown Merchants this Halloween from 5:00 - 7:00 pm, stick around and enjoy devilish activities at the Boulder Creek Recreation Hall (behind the Firehouse)! Put on your silliest, scariest or wackiest costume […]

Dog Halloween Costume Contest Friday, October 31, 5pm It's your Fur Baby's time to shine!! Sign up your dog to model their costume on the Abbott Square stage during the Halloween Dog Costume Contest. Prizes for best costumes. Check back for more details as the date gets closer.

Stuffie Hide & Seek Friday, August 1, 10am - 6pm Every day through December 1 A cuddly, book-loving stuffed animal is hiding in the Children’s Room—can you track it down? Explore the shelves, uncover fun books and surprises, and when you find the critter, let a librarian know to earn a sticker prize! This passive […]

Elkhorn Slough Free Tour of the Preserve Every Saturday AND Sunday, 10 am and 11 am Guided hikes with naturalists are offered at 10am and 11am every Saturday and Sunday on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up for tours at the Visitor Center front desk. If you have questions, call (831) 728-2822.  

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 […]

Festival Los Muertos To the Park Saturday, November 1, 4-8pm Join us for Festival Los Muertos at Chanticleer County Park. Prizes! Art, Altares, Danza & Vendors “Save the Date for “”Los Muertos to the Park”” Festival, Nov 1 at Chanticleer Park! Calling Community Organizations to host an Altar and Vendors to join. Go to countyparkfriends.org […]

"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 […]

Day of the Dead with Senderos Saturday, November 1, 4-7 pm Don't miss this wonderful Day of the Dead event at Branciforte High School - Saturday, November 1st from 4-7 pm! Come out for food, dancing, music, and community!Join us for a beautiful celebration of life, memory, and culture! Enjoy music, dancing, and delicious food as […]

Community Crafters Boulder Creek and/or Felton Boulder Creek Library: Saturdays 10am - 12pm  Felton Library: 4th Wednesday 10:30am-2:30pm Come join amazing teachers from the community to learn a new craft or art process, and have a space dedicated to work on projects with others every week. We plan to learn a new craft or art […]

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 […]

Watsonville Taiko's Holiday Boutique Sunday, November 2, 12-4pm Get a head start on your holiday shopping at Watsonville Taiko's Holiday Boutique, Sunday Nov 2, noon to 4 pm.  Shop for creative holiday gift baskets, handmade arts and crafts by local artists, gift certificates for local businesses, succulents, delicious snacks, and much more. Some items are one-of-a-kind, so […]