Aptos Library Grand Opening Saturday, February 3, 1 - 5pm Celebrate the opening of the new Aptos Branch Library! Tour the beautiful new building and enjoy the many new features including a community room, conference room, teen room, children's room, study rooms, dedicated outdoor patio spaces for each age group, and displays from the Aptos […]
Knitting at the Felton Library Mondays, 12:30 - 2pm, through June 17 Join us every Monday afternoon at the Felton Branch for a knitting party. All you need to do is bring some yarn and knitting needles. All ages are welcome.
Watsonville Reads Watsonville Reads is a community engagement program that aims to bring people together through the shared reading experience of books tied to a particular theme. This year’s Watsonville Reads theme is “Bringing Awareness to Japanese and Japanese Americans History, Culture and Heritage”. Watsonville Reads will feature book discussions, craft-making programs and writing workshops. […]
Find Somebody to Love February 1 - 29 We KNOW you work hard every day, but February is the month of love, so your local shelter wants to help you find SOMEBODY TO LOVE! Through the month of February, Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter is reducing adoption fees to ½ the normal rates and holding […]
oin Wildland Fire Academy Session 1: 2/3 (9-12pm); 2/5, 2/6, 2/7, 2/8 (5:30 - 8pm) AND full time M-F (7am-5pm) 2/12 -2/23 Session 2: 3/18, 3/19, 3/21, 3/26, 3/28 (5:30 - 8pm) AND full time M-F (7am-5pm) 4/1 - 4/12 Interested in a career as a firefighter? Join our Wildland Fire Academy! The Santa Cruz COE […]
Come see what The Tech Challenge is all about! Saturday Advisor Trainings 1:15 - 2:15pm, January 20, February 3, February 10 Join us this Saturday, Jan. 20 to learn about the 2024 Tech Challenge: Cosmic Quest, presented by Amazon! The scenario: SPACE – the possibilities are limitless! From figuring out how to redirect asteroids to […]
In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities Sundays 2 - 4pm Join our in person art class for people with disabilities at Claraty Arts Center in Santa Cruz. Adaptive art projects and space to work outside or inside and to share time with your family and work on a creative art project. It's for […]
Knitting at the Felton Library Mondays, 12:30 - 2pm, through June 17 Join us every Monday afternoon at the Felton Branch for a knitting party. All you need to do is bring some yarn and knitting needles. All ages are welcome.
Watsonville Reads Watsonville Reads is a community engagement program that aims to bring people together through the shared reading experience of books tied to a particular theme. This year’s Watsonville Reads theme is “Bringing Awareness to Japanese and Japanese Americans History, Culture and Heritage”. Watsonville Reads will feature book discussions, craft-making programs and writing workshops. […]
Find Somebody to Love February 1 - 29 We KNOW you work hard every day, but February is the month of love, so your local shelter wants to help you find SOMEBODY TO LOVE! Through the month of February, Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter is reducing adoption fees to ½ the normal rates and holding […]
Come see what The Tech Challenge is all about! Saturday, February 3 or February 10 Join us to learn about the 2024 Tech Challenge: Cosmic Quest, presented by Amazon! The scenario: SPACE – the possibilities are limitless! From figuring out how to redirect asteroids to finding planets that could support life, scientists are always collecting […]
La Selva Beach Winter Craft Fair and Book Sale Saturday, February 10, 10am - 4pm Come to the La Selva Beach Winter Fair on Saturday, February 10! Make plans for a short winter getaway that is close to home! Come to the La Selva Beach Winter Fair for unique shopping, great deals on books, and […]
In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities Sundays 2 - 4pm Join our in person art class for people with disabilities at Claraty Arts Center in Santa Cruz. Adaptive art projects and space to work outside or inside and to share time with your family and work on a creative art project. It's for […]
Knitting at the Felton Library Mondays, 12:30 - 2pm, through June 17 Join us every Monday afternoon at the Felton Branch for a knitting party. All you need to do is bring some yarn and knitting needles. All ages are welcome.
Valentine Crafts Tuesday, February 13, 5:30pm Celebrate love and friendship at the Valentine’s Day Crafts program ~ Paint a heart-shaped wooden box and decorate the wrapper of a chocolate bar as a gift for others or yourself. ❤️ This program will take place on Tuesday, February 13 at 5:30pm at the Main Library, Children’s Area, and families are welcome to attend.
Code Your Heart Out on February 14 Wednesday, February 14, 4 - 5:30pm The Santa Cruz County Office of Education is excited to invite 3rd-8th grade students to our CODE Your Heart Out! TechGirlz Event on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 from 4:00-5:30 pm. Fall in love with coding this Valentine's Day at our free, virtual Code […]
Watsonville Reads Watsonville Reads is a community engagement program that aims to bring people together through the shared reading experience of books tied to a particular theme. This year’s Watsonville Reads theme is “Bringing Awareness to Japanese and Japanese Americans History, Culture and Heritage”. Watsonville Reads will feature book discussions, craft-making programs and writing workshops. […]
Find Somebody to Love February 1 - 29 We KNOW you work hard every day, but February is the month of love, so your local shelter wants to help you find SOMEBODY TO LOVE! Through the month of February, Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter is reducing adoption fees to ½ the normal rates and holding […]
Jurassic Quest is Here! Friday, February 16 12 - 8pm Saturday, February 17, 9am - 8pm Sunday, February 18, 9am - 8pm Monday, February 19, 9am - 4pm Jurassic Quest is roaring into Monterey Feb. 16 - 19! Join the world’s largest, most popular dino event with unique and exciting experiences for the whole family […]
Jurassic Quest is Here! Friday, February 16 12 - 8pm Saturday, February 17, 9am - 8pm Sunday, February 18, 9am - 8pm Monday, February 19, 9am - 4pm Jurassic Quest is roaring into Monterey Feb. 16 - 19! Join the world’s largest, most popular dino event with unique and exciting experiences for the whole family […]
Jurassic Quest is Here! Friday, February 16 12 - 8pm Saturday, February 17, 9am - 8pm Sunday, February 18, 9am - 8pm Monday, February 19, 9am - 4pm Jurassic Quest is roaring into Monterey Feb. 16 - 19! Join the world’s largest, most popular dino event with unique and exciting experiences for the whole family […]
In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities Sundays 2 - 4pm Join our in person art class for people with disabilities at Claraty Arts Center in Santa Cruz. Adaptive art projects and space to work outside or inside and to share time with your family and work on a creative art project. It's for […]
Jurassic Quest is Here! Friday, February 16 12 - 8pm Saturday, February 17, 9am - 8pm Sunday, February 18, 9am - 8pm Monday, February 19, 9am - 4pm Jurassic Quest is roaring into Monterey Feb. 16 - 19! Join the world’s largest, most popular dino event with unique and exciting experiences for the whole family […]
Knitting at the Felton Library Mondays, 12:30 - 2pm, through June 17 Join us every Monday afternoon at the Felton Branch for a knitting party. All you need to do is bring some yarn and knitting needles. All ages are welcome.
Santa Cruz B.L.A.C.K. Film Series Tuesdays, 6:30pm-9pm, February 20, March 19, April 16, May 14, Wednesday, June 18 SCPL is pleased to partner with Santa Cruz Black on their Santa Cruz Black Film Series to provide additional opportunities to watch and discuss these important films. B.L.A.C.K. On Screen is a five-documentary film series focusing on […]
Santa Cruz B.L.A.C.K. Film Series Wednesdays, 6:30pm-9pm, February 21, March 20, April 17, May 15, Wednesday, June 19 SCPL is pleased to partner with Santa Cruz Black on their 2024 Santa Cruz Black Film Series to provide additional opportunities to watch and discuss these important films. B.L.A.C.K. On Screen is a five-documentary film series focusing […]
History of Earth's Ice Ages with the Geology Gents Posted February 21 Join the Geology Gents as they explore the fascinating history of Earth's ice ages! Learn how our planet has experienced periods of complete ice coverage and alternating glacial and interglacial periods in this classic Rockin' Pop-Up. View the video: https://loom.ly/Qy_Hli0 Join the Geology […]
Watsonville Reads Watsonville Reads is a community engagement program that aims to bring people together through the shared reading experience of books tied to a particular theme. This year’s Watsonville Reads theme is “Bringing Awareness to Japanese and Japanese Americans History, Culture and Heritage”. Watsonville Reads will feature book discussions, craft-making programs and writing workshops. […]
Find Somebody to Love February 1 - 29 We KNOW you work hard every day, but February is the month of love, so your local shelter wants to help you find SOMEBODY TO LOVE! Through the month of February, Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter is reducing adoption fees to ½ the normal rates and holding […]
Clam Chowder Cook‑Off Saturday AND Sunday, February 24 - 25 Attention chowder lovers! Taste the best at the 43rd Annual Clam Chowder Cook-Off! Sample chowder from Amateur Chefs on Saturday, followed by Professional Chefs on Sunday. Both days feature Boston and Manhattan Clam Chowder, and you can help pick a winner each day. Tasting kit […]
Kennolyn Camp Play Day, Magic Show, & Raffle Saturday, February 24, 2 - 4pm Visit Kennolyn Day Camp for a time of singing, tour of camp, and magic show! You can also enter our spring raffle for a week of camp. Ages 5-15 are eligible. Magic Show and Play Day RSVP Why Kennolyn? Ready to […]
Teen Girls Self-Defense Workshop Sunday, February 25, 11:15 - 3pm How equipped are your Teen Girls to be able to handle compromising situations (especially when you're not with them). Do they think they're safe because there are two or three of them together? Do they tell you 'what they would do' and haven't had the […]
Family Concert and The Carnival of the Animals Sunday, February 25, 2pm Take the kids away from their screens and bring them to a live concert! Join Maestro Daniel Stewart, beloved Master of Ceremonies Omari Tau, Santa Cruz Symphony, Santa Cruz County Youth Symphony, Cabrillo Youth Chorus, Santa Cruz Ballet Theater, El Sistema, Kuumbwa Jazz […]
Knitting at the Felton Library Mondays, 12:30 - 2pm, through June 17 Join us every Monday afternoon at the Felton Branch for a knitting party. All you need to do is bring some yarn and knitting needles. All ages are welcome.
Watsonville Reads Watsonville Reads is a community engagement program that aims to bring people together through the shared reading experience of books tied to a particular theme. This year’s Watsonville Reads theme is “Bringing Awareness to Japanese and Japanese Americans History, Culture and Heritage”. Watsonville Reads will feature book discussions, craft-making programs and writing workshops. […]
Hans Christian Andersen Writing Contest Entries are due by March 1. Enter the Hans Christian Andersen Writing Contest with your original, unpublished fable or fairy tale. WHO MAY ENTER? City of Santa Cruz residents and students enrolled in Santa Cruz City Schools. AGE DIVISIONS 3–5 years: Group entries 6–10 years: Individual or group entries 11– […]
Find Somebody to Love February 1 - 29 We KNOW you work hard every day, but February is the month of love, so your local shelter wants to help you find SOMEBODY TO LOVE! Through the month of February, Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter is reducing adoption fees to ½ the normal rates and holding […]
Poetry Writing Workshops for Ages 11-18 Friday, March 1, 4:30 - 6pm, Watsonville Youth Center “Writing about the Ville” Join us for a series of poetry writing workshops for teens. During these programs, you will have the opportunity to write a poem in English or Spanish. Explore writing about place, home, and community with poet […]
Disney’s "Beauty and the Beast” Friday & Saturday, March 1 & 2, 7pm Thursday, Friday & Saturday, March 7 - 9, 7pm Sundays, March 3 & 10, 2pm San Lorenzo Valley High School Theatre Department is proud to present Disney's “Beauty and the Beast,” with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim […]
Teen Poetry Workshop | Our Places, Our Perspectives with poet Emilie Lygren Saturday, March 2, 11am - 1:30pm How can writing and reading poems help us navigate climate change and its impact on our mental health? In this workshop, we’ll read and write poetry about place, our environment, and our community. To spark ideas for […]
Disney’s "Beauty and the Beast” Friday & Saturday, March 1 & 2, 7pm Thursday, Friday & Saturday, March 7 - 9, 7pm Sundays, March 3 & 10, 2pm San Lorenzo Valley High School Theatre Department is proud to present Disney's “Beauty and the Beast,” with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim […]
Advisory Council of Teens (ACT) Aptos 1st Sunday of the month, 11am - 1:00pm Advisory Council of Teens (ACT) is the SCPL young adult advisory group. ACT is open to all Santa Cruz County young adults, ages 12-18. The main focus of the ACT is young adult services, including programs, events, spaces, and policies. This […]
In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities Sundays 2 - 4pm Join our in person art class for people with disabilities at Claraty Arts Center in Santa Cruz. Adaptive art projects and space to work outside or inside and to share time with your family and work on a creative art project. It's for […]
