Murdeer in the Library, Final Checkout. A play to benefit the Garfield Park Branch Library Friday, July 18th, 7pm Downtown , 224 Church St, Santa Cruz Saturday, July 19th, 7pm at Satori Arts, 815 Almar Ave, Santa Cruz Sunday, July 20th, 2pm, at Cabrillo College, Room 322. Aptos Step into the stacks and uncover secrets in […]
Murdeer in the Library, Final Checkout. A play to benefit the Garfield Park Branch Library Friday, July 18th, 7pm Downtown , 224 Church St, Santa Cruz Saturday, July 19th, 7pm at Satori Arts, 815 Almar Ave, Santa Cruz Sunday, July 20th, 2pm, at Cabrillo College, Room 322. Aptos Step into the stacks and uncover secrets in […]
Toddler Time Tuesdays 11 - 11:45am, May 13 & 20, June 17 & 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 Join us for a special series of Toddler Time where local community resource professionals answer your questions relating to aspects of child development. May 13 - Music and Movement May 20 - Nutrition June […]
Color Our World with Accordion Fans Tuesday, July 22, 12:30-1:30pm In this program, children paint an accordion-folded circle—also known as paper rosettes—to make colorful hanging art. All materials are provided. This program may be messy! Please make sure to wear appropriate attire. Kids 6-11
Weave a Bookmark Tuesday, July 22, 2-3:30pm Weave a bookmark on a cardboard loom. All supplies will be provided.
Meet the author of Margaret Leaving, Strait Lace and Crocus Fields Thursday, July 24, 6:30 - 7:30pm Rosemary Hayward was born in Hertfordshire, England and now lives in Santa Cruz, California, with a second home in Seville, Spain. In between she has lived and worked in Oxford, Nottingham, London and Reading. Oxford is the setting […]
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 […]
Fratello Marionettes at the Libraries Saturday, July 26 Carnival of Animals - 11am-12pm Scotts Valley Jack and the Beanstalk - 2-3pm Capitola Jack and the Beanstalk - Capitola - 4-5pm Branciforte The Fratello Marionettes has produced timeless marionette shows since 1989. Puppeteer Kevin Menegus brings classic stories and vignettes to life through hand-crafted marionettes. See […]
Toddler Time Tuesdays 11 - 11:45am, May 13 & 20, June 17 & 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 Join us for a special series of Toddler Time where local community resource professionals answer your questions relating to aspects of child development. May 13 - Music and Movement May 20 - Nutrition June […]
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 […]
Rubber Duck Scavenger Hunt Friday, August 1, 10am - 6pm We've hidden a rubber duck somewhere amongst our book stacks. If you happen to find our rubber duck, please bring him to the front desk, and you'll receive a special prize. Happy searching!
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 […]
Jazz at the Library Friday 12 - 1pm, August 1 Join us at the Downtown Library and enjoy free jazz music by local musicians! In memory of her husband, bassist and jazz singer, Betty has created the William H. Nadeau Memorial Fund promoting and rewarding excellence in jazz performance. In partnering with the library, the […]
La Selva Beach Summer Fair Saturday, August 2, 10am Booths, beers, books and a Birthday Bash! Fifty craft vendors will sell handcrafted jewelry, art, woodwork, bags, ceramics, garden art, specialty foods, soaps, clothing, books and more. La Selva Library 75th Birthday Bash with family oriented musical performance, story hour and cupcakes! Library Friends Used Book […]
Merlyn Moreno Art Show Reception Reception: Saturday, August 2, 3-5pm; On view through September 30 Merlyn Moreno's paintings will be on view at the Aptos Branch Library from July 1st through September 30th, with a reception for the artist on Saturday, August 2nd from 3:00- 5:00 PM. A resident of Santa Cruz County (Aptos & […]
