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. […]
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 […]
Annual Toy Swap at Watsonville Library Bring toys to the main library: January 5 - January 28, All Day Toy Swap, Thursday, January 29, 6 - 7:30pm Do you have any gently used toys that you would like to giveaway? Do you know a child that would be interested in getting a toy for free? […]
Explore Año Nuevo with a Docent December 15 - March 31 The park offers guided walks led by volunteer docent naturalist to see the northern elephant seals in their natural habitat inside the Año Nuevo Coast Natural Preserve. Año Nuevo docents go through extensive training and are highly knowledgeable in the natural and cultural history of […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Community Day Free Admission! First Tuesdays, 9am - 5pm The first Tuesday of each month, Community Day, the Arboretum is open and free for visitors. See dates and times UC Santa Cruz Arboretum & Botanic Garden is open. NOTE: Due to limited parking at the Arboretum and the popularity of Community Day, we greatly encourage […]
You Can Paint! Tuesdays, 10 am to 1 pm, and 2 pm to 5 pm through August Learn to paint in a fun, friendly setting — our beautiful classroom space at Palace Art. You can paint any subject that interests you. I’ve got lots of images for you to choose from, if you’re looking for […]
Determining a DNA Match Connection Tuesday, January 6, 1pm - 2:30pm This presentation will outline some strategies that DNA testers might use to help determine the identity of a DNA match. Identifying who our DNA matches are can enable us to discover where we connect with our DNA cousins, or at least get us closer to the […]
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 […]
A great selection of local artisan foodstuffs, delicious baked goods, and currently many unique, high quality options for grab-and-go lunch and dinner.
R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail Wednesdays 3 - 5pm through June 6 R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers. Wednesdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at Capitola and La Selva Beach Libraries. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only. For more information or to register, […]
Preparing Your Family for a New Baby Wednesday, January 7, 6 - 7:30pm For families with children up to 12 years old To register visit: https://bit.ly/Bebe Attend this FREE parenting workshop to learn: How to prepare your children to welcome a new baby to the family Tips for helping children adjust to having a new sibling […]
Where your California State Library Parks Pass Will Take You Where will your California State Library Parks Pass take you? With access to over 200 participating #CAStateParks, the hardest part is choosing where to go first! Will it be a coastal escape? A serene redwood forest? A scenic desert landscape? How to get your pass: […]
