Event Series “Weather and the Whale”

“Weather and the Whale”

Institute of the Arts and Sciences 100 Panetta Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

"Weather and the Whale" Tuesday–Sunday 12–5pm, through October 12 Weather and the Whale is a major exhibition project featuring immersive displays of original science research and newly commissioned contemporary artworks. Working at the intersections of art and science to connect people to the impacts of climate change, the project brings leading artists into collaboration with […]

Free

California Coastal Cleanup Day Celebration at Rio Del Mar Beach

Rio del Mar State Beach 201State Park Dr., Aptos, CA

Nordic Naturals Hosts California Coastal Cleanup Day Celebration at Rio Del Mar Beach Saturday, September 20, 8:30am-2pm Join Nordic Naturals, the California Coastal Commission & Save Our Shores to help keep our beaches clean and celebrate California Coastal Cleanup Day! Let's come together to clean up our beautiful coastline, protect marine life, and have fun […]

Free

CPR Hands on Instruction for Parents and Grandparents

Mid-County Senior Center Inc 829 Bay Avenue, Capitola, CA, United States

CPR (CardioPulmonaryResusitation) AED Hands on Instruction for Parents and Grandparents Saturday 9 - 11:30am, September 20 Led by Bob Skubis, EMT from MedCardiaction.com, join us for CPR with AED instruction for Adult also including Child and Infant with airway obstruction/choking, drowning. We'll also cover opioid/Narcan administration and common emergent situations. We do hands on work […]

$39 – $69

Westside Farmers Market

Westside Farmers Market Mission St. Ext. and Western Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

The market showcases a great selection of 100% certified organic produce, artisan foods, wine, body products, tinctures, sustainable seafood, pasture raised meats, flowers and eggs along with cook-to-order cuisine, live local music and full espresso bar

Free
Event Series The Magical Glass Pumpkin Patch

The Magical Glass Pumpkin Patch

Los Gatos High School 20 High School Court, Los Gatos, CA, United States

The Magical Glass Pumpkin Patch Saturday, September 20, 9am – 5pm Sunday, September 21, 9am – 3pm Reasons to Attend the Magical Glass Pumpkin Patch Thousands of locally-made art glass pumpkins. All for exhibit and for sale on the lawn of LGHS. Support local artists and art programs. Over $250,000 raised for LGHS programs in […]

Free
Event Series Saturdays in the Soil

Saturdays in the Soil

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Saturdays in the Soil Third Saturdays, 10am - noon We are coming together as a community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A-Park program. At the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, you gain new wisdom about local ecology, native plants, and sustainable gardening while connecting with nature outdoors. It’s time to get your […]

Free

Free Thriller Dance Classes 2025

Londen Nelson Community Center 301 Center Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Thriller Dance Classes are back! Saturdays 10am - 12 pm, September 20 - October 11 London Nelson Community Center Calling ALL ZOMBIES out of the crypt!! Our 2025 Thriller Season is ON, starting on Saturday Sept 20th at 10am at The London Nelson Community Center in downtown Santa Cruz. Classes are FREE and open to […]

Free

Guided Walk: Big Basin: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow

Big Basin Park 21600 Big Basin Way,, Boulder Creek, CA, United States

Guided Walk: Big Basin: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow Saturdays 11am-12pm Big Basin Redwoods State Park 21600 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek, CA, United States Come learn about the story of Big Basin: past, present, and future while wandering under the guardian old-growth redwoods that have seen it all! This program is a 1 hour walk […]

Free

Oktoberfest Santa Cruz

Messiah Lutheran Church 801 High Street, Sanata Cruz, CA, United States

Oktoberfest Santa Cruz Saturday, September 20, 12pm Oktoberfest Santa Cruz is the longest running independent-neighborhood Oktoberfest celebration in Santa Cruz County. Hosted by Messiah Lutheran Church since 1999, we will be celebrating our 26th Anniversary this year! Oktoberfest Santa Cruz is a family friendly celebration of German-Bavarian culture. Come and enjoy....... * Homemade German Food […]

$20
Event Series Science Saturdays

Science Saturdays

Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery - MOD 1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, United States

Science Saturdays Saturdays 1 - 2pm Join us every Saturday from 3 - 4:30pm for fun and interactive science adventures at the Children's Museum of Discovery! Each week, we’ll bring learning to life through engaging science lessons, followed by hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and curiosity for all. From exciting experiments to interactive demos, Science […]

Free – $10
Event Series READ program with Ziggy the mini

READ program with Ziggy the mini

A ranch in Watsonville

READ program with Ziggy the mini One hour Sessions, 1pm and 2pm, on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, beginning  November 30 and December 1 READ program (Reading Equine Art Duo) with Ziggy the mini was designed to strengthen reading skills in a fun, creative way. Students experience nature, art, and animals in a relaxed, calming environment. […]

Event Series Lego No-So Simple Machines Aptos

Lego No-So Simple Machines Aptos

Aptos Library 7695 Soquel Dr,, Aptos, CA

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. […]

Free
Event Series Paint & Play Saturdays

Paint and Play Saturdays

Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery - MOD 1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, United States

Paint and Play Saturdays Saturdays 10:30am Unleash creativity and have a blast with colors at MOD's Paint & Play! Recommended for ages 4 and up, this informal class is perfect for anyone who can independently use a paintbrush. Learn a variety of fun painting techniques, from basic strokes to more advanced styles, while letting your […]

Free – $10

Free Workshop “Give Your Kids Wings to Fly”

Next Space Coworking (Opp Abbott Square, downtown Santa Cruz) Next Space Coworking, Opposite Abbott Square, Santa Cruz, CA

"Give Your Kids Wings to Fly" Saturdays 4-6pm Join this fun and interactive 2-hour workshop with your kids (ages 8–12) and watch them soar as high as their creativity and imagination can take them! This free workshop is led by the 3DE Club—an online after-school program that helps kids develop entrepreneurial, leadership, and financial skills […]

Free

Santa Cruz Sea Scouts Orientation Cruise

Sea Scouts at Santa Cruz Habor SSS 669 V Dock, Santa Cruz, CA

Santa Cruz Sea Scouts Orientation Cruise Saturday, September 20 5:30-7:30pm;  Wednesday, October 1,  6-8pm The Santa Cruz Sea Scouts invites you to a free pizza orientation cruise! If you're 12 to 18 years old and interested in ocean adventures, leadership, fun, boating and sailing, this is your chance to learn more about the Sea Scouts […]