Awkward Pet Portraits 2026 Orders close January 31 Digital portraits delivered February 14 Awkward Pet Portraits is a joyful, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks, expressions, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. Some portraits […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
Itty Bitty Flag Football is here! Fridays, March 9-27 Join us for a fun, introductory program for kids ages 3-5 every Friday from March 9 to March 27 at Callaghan Park. Choose from two time slots. It’s the perfect way for little ones to learn a new skill, gain confidence, and take their first steps […]
Santa Cruz SPCA - PAWS and PAINT Spring Camp! Monday-Friday, April 6-10, 9am-3pm PAWS and Paint Spring Camp – Our Spring Camp is the perfect mix of art, animals, and awesomeness. Campers will dive into a variety of fun art styles, try out new creative techniques, and let their imaginations run wild—all while learning what […]
Sutter Maternity Postpartum Wellness Group Sutter Maternity Postpartum Wellness Group Mondays 10:00-11:30am Call 831-477-2229 for log-in Santa Cruz County Moms only Pregnancy and childbirth usher in new responsibilities and profound emotions that can be both exciting and challenging. Sutter care centers have local support groups to help you and other soon-to-be or new parents reduce […]
Monthly Baby Stuff Swap Last Monday of the month Join us on the last Monday of each month to swap baby stuff with other mamas in our community! Bring what you would like to offer and take what you need. This swap takes place right after Strides 360 in the park! New to FIT4MOM?? Join […]
Mystery Box Monday at MOD Mondays, 3pm Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, artist, and problem-solver! Reserve your spot at sccmod.org/fun Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, […]
Promoting Animal Welfare with Students (PAWS) Juniors Mondays 4-6pm Pre-Teens Tuesdays 4-6pm PAWS has two different levels. PAWS 1 is for students just starting out our PAWS program and who are still learning to be comfortable around animals and still learning to work in small groups. You can sign up for this session if your […]
Santa Cruz SPCA - PAWS Program - Tier 1 March 2-16: Mondays, 4-6pm for Juniors 7-9 yrs. old March 3-17: Tuesdays, 4-6pm for Pre-Teen 10-12 yrs. old Promoting Animal Welfare with Students (PAWS) PAWS has two different levels. PAWS 1 is for students just starting out our PAWS program and who are still learning to […]
Postpartum Support International NEW SUPPORT GROUP! Postpartum Psychosis (PPP) is rare. It occurs in approximately 1 to 2 out of every 1,000 deliveries. After a PPP survivor's symptoms have been stabilized, peer support can be an important tool for recovery. Because PPP occurs less often than other perinatal mood disorders, survivors can go their […]
14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival Art as Resistance March 12–21 The 14th Annual Watsonville Film Festival will take place from March 12 -21 featuring award-winning films and 50+ shorts produced by local youth and emerging filmmakers. Join us on the Red Carpet for screenings, a filmmakers summit, walking tours and after-parties with live music in […]
Santa Cruz SPCA - PAWS and PAINT Spring Camp! Monday-Friday, April 6-10, 9am-3pm PAWS and Paint Spring Camp – Our Spring Camp is the perfect mix of art, animals, and awesomeness. Campers will dive into a variety of fun art styles, try out new creative techniques, and let their imaginations run wild—all while learning what […]
5 Week 3D Entrepreneurs Club – Toy Design with 3D Printing Workshop (Ages 8–12) Tuesdays, 4–6pm September 2 – 30 A 5-week hands-on program where kids ages 8–12 team up to design their own toy or product—and discover how the 3DE Club helps young innovators build early entrepreneurial and leadership skills through 3D modeling and […]
Promoting Animal Welfare with Students (PAWS) Juniors Mondays 4-6pm Pre-Teens Tuesdays 4-6pm PAWS has two different levels. PAWS 1 is for students just starting out our PAWS program and who are still learning to be comfortable around animals and still learning to work in small groups. You can sign up for this session if your […]
Santa Cruz SPCA - PAWS Program - Tier 1 March 2-16: Mondays, 4-6pm for Juniors 7-9 yrs. old March 3-17: Tuesdays, 4-6pm for Pre-Teen 10-12 yrs. old Promoting Animal Welfare with Students (PAWS) PAWS has two different levels. PAWS 1 is for students just starting out our PAWS program and who are still learning to […]
