Heartfelt Goodbye: After 65 Years, the Artichoke Festival Closes Its Doors CASTROVILLE, (May 9, 2025 With deep gratitude and heavy hearts, the board of directors of the Artichoke Festival announces the official closure of the beloved annual event. After 65 unforgettable years celebrating the region’s agricultural heritage, artichoke royalty, and community spirit, the Artichoke Festival […]
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
Zentangle Art 2nd Saturdays 10 - 11:30am, January 11 - August 9 The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Join Certified Zentangle Teacher Lisa Hoesing for an introductory workshop and monthly meetup to practice the method. The monthly meetup will take place on the […]
Zoobilation Party Saturday, June 14, 10am - 5pm Show times: 12-12:45pm and/or 1:15-2pm. Join us for a fun Zoobilation this Saturday, June 14 from 10am - 3pm! Watch as our animals enjoy birthday-themed enrichment and join us for a birthday celebration starting at 11 a.m. at the Exploration Zone entrance plaza, with a kid's dance […]
Weekend Ranger Nature Programs for Kids, Big Basin Redwoods State Park– All Summer Long! Saturdays and Sundays through August 31 Little Rangers ages 3–6 – Saturdays at 10:00 AM (30-minute program) Perfect for children ages 3-6 and their families. Each session features a fun, engaging topic like “Furry Friends of the Forest” or “All About […]
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 […]
Second Saturday on the Farm 2nd Saturdays, 11am - 3pm Join us for 2nd Saturday on the Farm, a family event that focuses on a particular area of agriculture. Visitors can participate in the regular activities of the Ag History Project plus others related to the day’s special focus. We have created some unique interactive […]
Pinto Lake Park Days Friday, June 14th | 12-3pm Thursday, July 4th | 12-3pm | FREE HOT DOGS! Friday, August 2nd | 12-3pm Mobile MOD Pinto Lake Park Days, FREE Summer Fun with Santa Cruz Children's Museum Hey Watsonville families! The Santa Cruz Children's Museum of Discovery is bringing our popular Mobile MOD program to […]
Are You Game? Board Games and More in Felton Branch Library 2nd Saturdays, February 8 - December 13, 12 - 5pm Adults need playtime, too! Come play some new or old favorite board games. Bring your favorite board game or play some of the library's games. No prior gaming experience is necessary. This program is […]
Santa Cruz Juneteenth 2025 Saturday, June 14, 12-5pm Our theme this year is - Body, Mind and Soul! Santa Cruz Juneteenth celebrates Black Liberation and Freedom for our 34th year at Laurel Park behind the historic London Nelson Community Center in downtown Santa Cruz, 12 - 5pm. Always FREE, there are plenty of activities for […]
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 […]
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. […]
The Way We Calculated at San Lorenzo Museum Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, 1 - 4pm through June 15 Please join the San Lorenzo Valley Museum for an exhibition opening reception at the Belardi Gallery in Felton on Saturday, March 15, from 2-4pm. Light refreshments will be provided. Free admission. Enjoy a plethora of artifacts and archives, […]
Chess Club with Gjon Saturdays, 2 - 3:30pm, through July 26 Professional chess instruction with Chess Master Gjon Feinstein. For ages 6 - 18, all levels welcome! If you have never played chess before, please contact Gjon before your first session: coach@santacruzchess.com or 831-425-7835.
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. […]
