Events

Dancing Tales Fourth Tuesdays 10 - 11am through May 27 Join us for a fun and interactive dance tales program for children ages 2-5! The library has partnered with local dance studio International Academy of Dance (IAD) to explore movement, rhythm, and creativity through stories and music. Each session blends storytelling with dance, helping children […]

Get to Know Our Local Birds Tuesday, May 27, 11am You are invited to enjoy a highly informative Bird Talk by Nanci Adams, esteemed, local bird enthusiast. Nanci will offer you enriching introductions and insights to our common birds such as waterfowl, raptors, shorebirds, and various songbirds. Special treat: Short neighborhood walk for some bird […]

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. […]

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 […]

Learn about Mountain Lion Biology and Ecology Thursday, May 31, 12noon - 1pm Are you curious about mountain lions in the Santa Cruz Mountains? Join us for an educational presentation about mountain lion biology and ecology, and research around their occupancy, persistence, and health. Discuss conflict mitigation techniques and why native fields are important to […]

Summer Reading Kick Off Sunday, June 1, 2pm Summer Reading is almost here! Get it started in style by decorating a book bag at the Downtown Branch Library!