Tales to Tails Garfield Park
2025-06-16 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Garfield Park Library, 705 Woodrow Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Tales to Tails Garfield Park
Mondays 3:30-4:30pm, through July 14
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 must be 6-17 years old, and already reading to some degree. Our volunteer handlers are there to provide support but are not trained reading instructors.
Appointments are required; please contact 831-427-7704 to make yours now.
We and our furry friends look forward to seeing you there!

Tales to Tails Felton
2025-06-17 15:00 - 16:00 | Felton Branch Library- New, 6121 Gushee St., Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Tales to Tails Felton Library
3rd Tuesdays, 3-4pm, April 15 – December 16
Tales to Tails is a literacy program designed to help children improve their reading skills by providing them the opportunity to read 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.
Child must be 6-17 years old, and already reading to some degree. Our volunteer handlers are there to provide support but are not trained reading instructors.
Call 831-427-7708 to make a 30-minute appointment at the Felton Branch Library at either 3pm or 3:30pm on the 3rd Tuesday of every month.
We and our furry friends look forward to seeing you there!

Free Sewing Workshop
2025-06-17 16:00 - 17:30 | Freedom Library, 2021 Freedom Blvd, Freedom, CA, 95019, United States
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:
Learn sewing basics – no experience required.
Build your skills – Pick the project that matches your skill level.
Meet new friends – all ages and backgrounds encouraged.
Bring your own projects – get help with what you want to create.
This program will take place on the 2nd and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 4-5:30pm at the Freedom Library, Creative Cafe.
All ages & skill levels welcome. These classes will be facilitated in English. https://www.watsonville.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=6307

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Tales 2 Tails Aptos
2025-06-18 15:30 - 16:30 | Aptos Public Library, 7695 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA, 95003, United States
Tales 2 Tails Aptos
Wednesdays 3:30 – 4:30 through July 9
Trained therapy dogs will be available at the Library to be attentive reading partners for children reading aloud.
Child must be 6-17 years old, and already reading to some degree.
Our volunteer handlers are there to provide support but are not trained reading instructors.
Appointments are required, please contact 831-427-7713 to make yours now.
If you have questions, e-mail rammerr@santacruzpl.org
Please Call 831-427-7713 to register. https://loom.ly/SkbcHxE

Jr Rangers for Families at the Garfield Park Library
2025-06-18 16:00 - 17:00 | Garfield Park Library, 705 Woodrow Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Jr Rangers for Families at the Garfield Park Library
Once a month 4 – 5pm: April 17, May 15, June 18, July 17

Come join us for a collaboration between California State Parks and Santa Cruz Public Libraries!
Discover California’s Natural and Cultural History at these free programs at the Garfield Park Library through stories, games, crafts, and other hands-on activities.
Parents/caregivers and siblings welcome to join!
Participating 7 – 12 year olds can earn Junior Ranger badges & stamps. Adult assistance may be required for younger participants.
Thursday, April 17, 4 – 5pm – Migratory Birds
Thursday, May 15, 4 – 5pm – Indigenous Teacher’s Day in Mexico
Wednesday, June 18, 4 – 5pm – Lady Lightkeepers
Thursday, July 17, 4 – 5pm – Castro’s 175th Anniversary

Teen Anime Club
2025-06-18 16:00 - 17:00 | CA
Teen Anime Club

3rd Wednesdays, through December 17, 4pm
Looking for a community of people who appreciate anime?

During our monthly Teen Anime Club, we will explore and celebrate Japanese popular culture through cooking, craft-making and playing games.

This program will take place on the third Wednesday of every month from 4:30-5:30pm. Audience: Teens (grades 7-12)

¿Buscas una comunidad de personas que aprecien el anime? Durante nuestros programas mensuales para jóvenes, el Club de Anime explorará y celebrará la cultura popular japonesa a través de la cocina, la artesanía y los juegos.
Este programa se llevará a cabo el tercer miércoles de cada mes de las 4:30-5:30pm.
Audiencia: Para jóvenes (grados 7-12).

Mah Jongg Club - Hong Kong Style
2025-06-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Aptos Library, 7695 Soquel Dr,, Aptos, CA, 95003
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, instructing in Hong Kong Style. I will take you through the basics of the tiles and setup, followed by a game with tiles face up as we put what we’ve learned into practice. You can stay at the Beginner’s table for as long as you need. Alternatively, we have an additional instructor in Chinese Mah Jongg with British rules if you find you prefer that style instead.
We have tile sets to choose from or you may bring your own.
All are welcome to play, however please be mindful and respectful that there are at least 40 known variants of this game. If you would like to play American or Traditional Chinese, or other variants, you are welcome to do so, but you may need to be patient and instruct folks on how to play your way. Sometimes modifications will be needed, at the beginning of each game ask the table what rules to play by and be courteous and kind to one another.

Baby Time and Stay and Play Capitola
2025-06-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Capitola Branch Library, 2005 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
Baby Time and Stay and Play Capitola
Fridays, through July 25, 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 to reinforce early literacy skills through play and create connections with other families.

Bring Your Own Book (BYOB)
2025-06-20 11:00 - 12:30 | Aptos Public Library, 7695 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA, 95003, United States
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 with fellow readers. Whether you’re passionate about fiction, non-fiction, classics, or contemporary literature, BYOB Book Group welcomes all genres and interests.
https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/12055882
How It Works:

Choose Your Book: Select a book that you’ve recently read or have been wanting to discuss. It could be a novel, biography, memoir, poetry collection, or any other genre that interests you.
Bring Your Book: Arrive at the library with your chosen book in hand. Make sure it’s one you’re eager to share and discuss with others.
Engage in Discussion: Once everyone has gathered, participants will take turns sharing their thoughts on their chosen books. This could include favorite passages, character analysis, thematic elements, personal connections, and more.
Respectful Exchange: Engage in respectful and open-minded discussions with fellow participants. Share your perspectives while also listening attentively to others’ viewpoints. This is a space for lively literary dialogue and exchange of ideas.
Discover New Reads: Explore a diverse range of books and genres through the recommendations and discussions of fellow participants. You might just find your next favorite read!

Whether you’re a voracious reader or just starting to delve into the world of books, Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) Book Group offers a welcoming and inclusive environment for lively literary discussions and discovery. Join us at the library and let’s celebrate the joy of reading together!

Scrabble at La Selva Beach
2025-06-20 13:00 - 14:00 | La Selva Beach Library, 316 Estrella Avenue, La Selva Beach, CA, 95076, United States
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 Bridge Club is 10:30-12:00 on Fridays (except the 1st Friday of the month).
Questions? Call the La Selva Beach Library at 831-427-7710.

Chess Club with Gjon
2025-06-21 14:00 - 15:30 | Downtown Library, 224 Church St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Chess Club with Gjon
Saturdays, 2 – 3:30pm, through July 26
Professional chess instruction with Chess Master Gjon Feinstein.
For ages 6 – 18, all levels welcome!
If you have never played chess before, please contact Gjon before your first session: coach@santacruzchess.com or 831-425-7835.

Lego No-So Simple Machines Aptos
2025-06-21 14:00 - 15:30 | Aptos Library, 7695 Soquel Dr,, Aptos, CA, 95003
Afternoon STEAM: Lego No-So Simple Machines Aptos

Saturdays 2 – 3:30pm, through July 26
Learn how to create Lego devices using simple machines (gears, levers, pulleys, and swivels).
Participants work at their own pace. Once their device will work manually, then it will be motorize.
Builders will learn how to program motors using Lego WeDo software.
Drop-in, no advance registration
Ages 8 to 18
