BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Santa Cruz Parent - ECPv6.7.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Santa Cruz Parent X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://santacruzparent.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Santa Cruz Parent REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T045931 CREATED:20260317T005053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T005053Z UID:10069652-1774348200-1774350000@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Dancing Tales DESCRIPTION:Dancing Tales\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLast Tuesday of the month\, March 24\, 10:30 – 11:00am\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA fun and interactive dance program for children ages 2-5! The library has partnered with local dance studio International Academy of Dance (IAD). \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the library and International Academy of Dance (IAD) to explore movement\, rhythm\, and creativity through stories and music. Each session blends storytelling with dance\, helping children develop coordination\, self-expression\, and a love for books and movement. No dance experience is needed—just bring your imagination and energy! \nParticipants will need their parent or guardian to read and sign a Waiver of Liability\, Release\, Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement to participate. \nRegistration is not required. URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/dancing-tales/2026-03-24/ LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States CATEGORIES:Dancing,Family Events,Free Events,Library Special ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/library-downtown-dancing-tales.png ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:elibrary@santacruzpl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T045931 CREATED:20260128T035646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T035850Z UID:10065936-1774369800-1774375200@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Tales to Tails Downtown 4th Tuesdays DESCRIPTION:Tales to Tails Downtown\n2nd & 4th Tuesdays \, 4:30 – 6pm through June 23\nTales to Tails is a literacy program designed to help children improve their reading skills by providing them the opportunity to read aloud to certified therapy dogs. Programs like Tales to Tails have been implemented nationally in both libraries and schools and have proven to be extremely effective in increasing the self-confidence and reading abilities of the participants. This program is for established readers struggling with reading aloud\, not reading tutoring. \nCall 831-427-7713 to make a 30-minute appointment at the Downtown branch. Appointments are available between 4:30 and 6:00 pm\, on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month. We and our furry friends look forward to seeing you there! \nhttps://santacruzpl.libnet.info/events? URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/tales-to-tails-downtown-4th-tuesdays-2/2026-03-24/ LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/library-tales-to-tails.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T045931 CREATED:20260303T194358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T194358Z UID:10066020-1774375200-1774375200@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Books and Bites Monthly Cooking Classes DESCRIPTION:Books and Bites Monthly Cooking Classes\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n4th Tuesdays\, 6pm\, beginning February 24\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn partnership with the Watsonville Public Library\, the Community Health Trust is excited to offer Books and Bites! \nJoin us for an interactive and fun experience where you’ll cook alongside a Registered Dietitian\, learn healthy recipes\, and enjoy delicious\, freshly prepared meals—all while receiving bite-sized\, easy-to-digest information. \nFREE to the community! \nAll are welcome to attend. \nWhether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting out\, these classes offer something for everyone. Don’t miss out — we look forward to cooking with you! \n\nJoin us at the Watsonville Public Library at 6 PM for a fun\, welcoming cooking class led by one of CHT’s Registered Dietitians\n\n\n\nNo experience needed — stop by for a quick bite. Come cook\, taste\, and learn! See you there! URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/books-and-bites-monthly-cooking-classes/2026-03-24/ LOCATION:Watsonville Public Library\, 275 Main St Suite 100\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States CATEGORIES:Classes,Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/community-health-trust-of-pajaro-valley-cooking-class.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T111500 DTSTAMP:20260406T045931 CREATED:20241013T040651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241013T040651Z UID:10036603-1774436400-1774437300@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Storytime with Ivy DESCRIPTION:Storytime with Ivy\n\nLast Wednesday of the Month 11-11:15am\n\n\nJoin 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. \n\n\n\n\nKids Event URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/stooorytime-with-ivy/2026-03-25/ LOCATION:Bookshop Santa Cruz\, 1520 Pacific Avenue\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Events,Free Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/boohshop-santa-cruz-storytime.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T045931 CREATED:20250917T004215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T004904Z UID:10060714-1774450800-1774458000@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail Capitola DESCRIPTION:R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail\nWednesdays 3 – 5pm through June 6 \nR.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers. \nWednesdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at Capitola and La Selva Beach Libraries. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only. \nFor more information or to register\, contact SCPL Telephone Information: 831-427-7713 or elibrary@santacruzpl.org URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/read-reach-every-amazing-detail-3-2/2026-03-25/ LOCATION:Capitola Branch Library\, 2005 Wharf Road\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Events,Classes,Free Events,Library Ongoing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/read.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T045932 CREATED:20210127T014144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220620T210521Z UID:10038770-1774461600-1774461600@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Reading in the Redwoods Book Club DESCRIPTION:Reading in the Redwoods\n4th Wednesday\, 6 – 7:30pm \nFelton – Virtual Book Discussion \nThe book for June is The Red Tent\, by Anita Diamant. The Red Tent is a reimagining of the story of Dinah\, the only daughter of Jacob\, the man who\, according to the Bible wrestled an angel and won the name ‘Israel’ and whose 12 sons became the 12 tribes of Israel. \nReading in the Redwoods book group meets monthly on the 4th Wednesday at 6:00 pm. Registration is required to get the Zoom invite. \nRegistration is required. There are 8 seats available. https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/8993008 \n6121 Gushee Street URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/reading-in-the-redwoods-book-club/2026-03-25/ LOCATION:Virtual\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Events,Library Ongoing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/felton-library.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T045932 CREATED:20260319T031210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T031210Z UID:10069580-1774461600-1774467000@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Stress-Busters for Parents and Caregivers DESCRIPTION:Stress-Busters for Parents and Caregivers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 25\,  6 –7:30pm\n\n\n\nParenting comes with stress — learning how to manage it strengthens the whole