Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College
2026-04-04 08:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Cabrillo College, 6500 Soquel Drive, Room 450, Aptos, 95003, United States
Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College
Saturdays 8am-12pm, year round, rain or shine
Voted America’s Favorite Farmers Market in California
In 2011, 2012, and 2013 our farmers markets were voted “America’s Favorite Farmers Market in California.” Additionally, Coastal Living Magazine named the Aptos Farmers Market one of “The Coast’s Best Farmers Markets.”
Market customers appreciate the bountiful selection of top quality produce and specialty foods as well as the opportunity to connect with the farmers and vendors who produce it. Ninety vendors, of which most are certified organic or use sustainable farming methods, offer pastured grass fed meats and poultry, sustainable fish, oysters, handcrafted cheeses, locally produced olive oil, fresh pasta and gourmet sauces, organic juices, handmade sauerkraut, Corralitos smoked sausages and bacon, artisan breads and baked goods, organic honey, mushrooms, sprouts and microgreens, farm fresh eggs, flowers, potted plants, seedlings, herbs, and an unsurpassed selection of certified California grown fruits, vegetables and nuts.
Additional Market Attractions
Professional sharpening services are available for knives and gardening tools year round.
Our other Markets: Carmel, Del Monte, Monterey

Trail Running Film Festival 2026
2026-04-04 08:00 - 17:00 | CA
Trail Running Film Festival 2026
Saturday, April 25, 7pm

Hosted by Running Riot Running Club
The Trail Running Film Festival is back on tour and returning to Santa Cruz for a great night of films, inspiration, and community. Come explore our collective and individual potential, and let’s pursue our wildest dreams. We’re excited to bring you stories from around the world by filmmakers sharing their work of adventure, inclusivity, wilderness, art, and diversity across the trail and ultra community.
Plus we will have some very cool raffle prizes!
Profits will be donated to Santa Cruz Mountains Trail Stewardship.
Hosted by Running Riot Running Club
Show time: 7pm, doors 6pm
Tickets: $15
Advance tickets: www.eventbrite.com
Event website: www.trailfilmfest.com/
Event website: www.runningriot.org

Westside Farmers Market
2026-04-04 09:00 - 13:00 | Westside Farmers Market, Mission St. Ext. and Western Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Westside Farmers Market
Saturdays 9am – 1pm, year round

The Westside Farmers’ Market takes place every week, year round at the corner of Hwy 1 and Western Drive, situated on the northern edge of Santa Cruz’s greenbelt. This market serves the communities of the west-end of Santa Cruz including Bonny Doon, the North Coast and the UCSC Campus. It is just a hop, skip and a jump from Downtown.
Foodies Unite
This market is proud to have been named best market by the Santa Cruz Metro’s, “Peoples Poll” multiple times. 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 operated by up-and-coming Santa Cruz-based roaster 11th Hour Coffee.
With easy access and an abundance of free parking, this market makes for a convenient and celebratory Saturday morning outing.

Elkhorn Slough Free Weekend Tours
2026-04-04 10:00 | Elkhorn Slough, 1700 Elkhorn Road, Watsonville, CA, 95003, United States
Elkhorn Slough Free Tour of the Preserve
Every Saturday AND Sunday, 10 am and 11 am

Guided hikes with naturalists are offered at 10am and 11am every Saturday and Sunday on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up for tours at the Visitor Center front desk. If you have questions, call (831) 728-2822.

Vermicomposting Workshop and Raffle 2026
2026-04-04 10:00 - 12:00 | London Nelson Community Center, 301 Center St, Santa Cruz, 95060, United States
Vermicomposting Workshop and Raffle 2026
Saturday, April 4, 10am – 12pm
Attendees will learn how to set up and maintain a vermicomposting worm bin. All levels are welcome! Vermicomposting Workshop and Raffle
April 4th, 2026 10:00am-12:00pm. Pre-registration required, space is limited!
Located at London Nelson Community Center
*Free parking available on the street or at the PD Admin building located at 155 Center Street.
Have you been curious about vermicomposting? Maybe you have tried before but need a refresher. No matter your experience, join the City of Santa Cruz Waste Reduction Staff for a workshop all about vermicomposting! In this workshop, we will build a vermicomposting bin together, discuss best practices for maintaining a bin, and look at strategies for reducing wasted food and why it matters. Plus, enter our raffle to be eligible to win a free worm bin!
Castings or “black gold” created from worm composting systems offer a hefty dose of healthy microorganisms and other benefits for your garden and soils. Caring for a worm bin gives you gold for your garden and can contribute to a sense of well-being.
If you already have a worm bin that could use some attention, feel free to sign up and bring your questions and photos! We will have time to discuss and learn from each other as a group. The City also offers a compost rebate so you can get a worm bin of your own. Hope to see you there!

Santa Cruz Math Circle Returns
2026-04-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Cabrillo College, 6500 Soquel Drive, Room 450, Aptos, 95003, United States
Santa Cruz Math Circle Returns
Saturdays, 10am – 12pm, February 7 through March 28
Financial assistance is available.
Cabrillo College, Building 300
The Santa Cruz Math Circle is a weekly math meeting for students in grades 5th through 8th who love math.
The Santa Cruz Math Circle is back! Students in grades 5-8 are invited to join a weekly meet-up for students who love math and problem solving, hosted by nonprofit the X Academy. Students work with mathematicians, scientists, and engineers on challenging topics that go beyond the classroom.

Held at Cabrillo College in mid-county, students meet with mathematicians, scientists and engineers in an informal setting to work on interesting problems or topics in mathematics. The instructors are role models who use math everyday and many have PhDs in math. It engages bright students beyond traditional classroom math, feeding their love of learning math and challenging them to grow their capabilities. We offer 6 – 8 sessions in the Fall and 6 – 8 sessions in the Spring.
Math Circles provide a space for students to develop friendships with their intellectual peers and develop confidence in their math identity.
Financial assistance is available.
Game Day: We invite 3rd and 4th grade students for games and puzzles (free) accompanied by parents at the same time and location as the Math Circle.

REGISTER HERE

If you are interested in volunteering to teach, assist with teaching or helping with logistics, contact barbara@xacademy.org

Vermicomposting Workshop
2026-04-04 10:00 - 12:00 | London Nelson Community Center, 301 Center St, Santa Cruz, 95060, United States
Vermicomposting Workshop
Saturday, April 4, 10am to 12pm
Have you been curious about vermicomposting?
Join the City of Santa Cruz Waste Reduction Staff for a workshop all about composting with worms! In this workshop, we will build a vermicomposting bin together, discuss best practices for maintaining a bin, and look at strategies for reducing wasted food and why it matters! Plus, enter our raffle to be eligible to win a free worm bin!
We hope to see you there! Get registered and learn more about the event!
Caylie Soon
831-420-5591
outreach@santacruzca.gov
Register Here!

Guided Walk: Big Basin: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
2026-04-04 11:00 - 12:00 | Big Basin Park, 21600 Big Basin Way,, Boulder Creek, CA, 95006, 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 on a 0.6 mile, flat and easy trail designed for all ages.
We will be covering the cultural history of this unique area including Indigenous groups, loggers, and preservationists.
Of course, we will also discuss natural history such as the amazing coast redwood and the CZU Lightning Complex Fire as well as the future of our park.

Easter On The Farm 2026
2026-04-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Ag History Project, 2601 East Lake Avenue, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Easter On The Farm
Saturday, April 4, 11am – 3pm

The Agricultural History Project is hosting their annual Easter on the Farm to celebrate Easter and the beginning of Spring.
Egg Hunts start at 11:15 am and will be every hour in four separate age groups: 3 and under, up to 12 years old. Times for egg hunts are 11:15 am, 12:15 pm, 1:15 pm, and 2:15 pm.
Activities for children and adults include Farm Animals, Tractor Driving, Hay Wagon Rides, Easter Crafts and Activities.
This event is FREE! Donations appreciated.

Visit Event Website: https://aghistoryproject.org/wp-content/gallery/photo-gallery/AHP-2nd-Saturday-April-2026.jpg?i=2059853670

Redwood Grove Tour
2026-04-04 12:00 | Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, 101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Redwood Grove Tour
Saturdays & Sundays 12pm, April 4 & 5, 11 & 12, 18 &19, 25 & 26
Redwood Grove Guided Walk – Coast Redwoods offer a 100% satisfaction guaran-treed!
Every Saturday and Sunday at 12:00 pm, we are taking folks on a guided walk through the Redwood Grove to talk about coast redwoods and to experience the forest together.
On this 1-mile stroll, we will be chatting about life histories, ecology, etc., and sharing a wonderful adventure among these giants.
Click here to RSVP. Let’s plan to meet in front of the Visitor Center. We hope you can join us!

Science Saturdays
2026-04-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery – MOD, 1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, 95010, 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 Saturday is a great way for the whole family to explore the wonders of science together!
This weekly event is free with museum admission, and it’s the perfect opportunity to make science both fun and educational.
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Mod is open: Monday and Wednesday – Saturday, 10am-5pm
Daily Tickets:

All non-member adults & children: $10, half-price grandparents/senior on Wednesdays: $5
Museums for All (with EBT card): $3
Children under 1: Free
All members: Free
We offer annual memberships, monthly memberships, and 10-pass punch cards.
Click here to become a member
Call 831-316-5200 to inquire about our new punchcard.

READ program with Ziggy the mini
2026-04-04 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-05 13:00 - 15:00 | 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.
From this, Lisa (a Reading Specialist with 25+ years of experience) works with students to build and develop strong reading skills such as: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary development, and reading comprehension.
Since reading is a gateway to accessing information, students will likely improve in all subject areas.
In addition, their self esteem will begin to soar as they gain confidence with each reading session.
Lastly, Ziggy’s adorable, gentleness is just too cute for words. Students will fall in love with him at first sight. So, come join the fun and learn is a holistic way with Ziggy and Lisa 🙂

Where: READ program is currently hosted at a ranch in Watsonville. Also we will be visiting libraries, schools, hospitals, and nursing homes soon! Ziggy Stardust is our dwarf miniature horse and he loves reading with all age levels.
Lisa is also available to visit your horse(s) and READ with them! This social/mental stimulation provides an overall sense of well-being. They love it; see video How tab for evidence. 😉

When: For availability, more information and directions, text Lisa at (831) 227-9847

Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza at Franich Park 2026
2026-04-04 13:00 - 15:00 | Franich Park, 795 Vista Montana Dr., Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza at Franich Park!

Saturday, April 4, 1 – 3 or 4pm (waiting for ending time clarification)

Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza is a family-friendly event filled with arts & crafts, games, food trucks, an egg hunt, and more!Kids ages 3 to 13 years old are invited to participate in the egg hunt. Registration is not required for this event.
Please bring your own basket (or container) for the egg hunt.

¡Búsqueda de Huevos de Pascua en Franich Park!

El 19 de abril, de 1PM a 4PM, se invita a las familias a visitar el Parque Franich, 795 Vista Montana Drive, para nuestra Búsqueda de Huevos de Pascua anual gratuita.

Este evento lleno de diversión incluye manualidades, juegos, música, comida deliciosa y una búsqueda de huevos para niños de 3 a 13 años.

Se anima a los participantes a traer sus canastas para la búsqueda y tomarse una foto con el Conejito de Pascua.

Paint and Play Saturdays
2026-04-04 15:00 - 16:30 | Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery – MOD, 1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, 95010, 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 imagination run wild as you create unique and colorful masterpieces!
No pre-registration required
Free with museum admission

Mod is open: Monday and Wednesday – Saturday, 10am-5pm
Daily Tickets:

All non-member adults & children: $10, half-price grandparents/senior on Wednesdays: $5
Museums for All (with EBT card): $3
Children under 1: Free
All members: Free
We offer annual memberships, monthly memberships, and 10-pass punch cards.
Click here to become a member
Call 831-316-5200 to inquire about our new punchcard.

Free Workshop "Give Your Kids Wings to Fly"
2026-04-04 16:00 - 18:00 | Next Space Coworking (Opp Abbott Square, downtown Santa Cruz), Next Space Coworking, Opposite Abbott Square, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
“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 through 3D modeling and printing technology.
Kids ages 8–12 team up to design their own toy or product.
Teachers and Parent/Guardian Volunteers Welcome. (For invitation please email info@3de.club)
Next Space Coworking (Opposite Abbott Square, downtown Santa Cruz)
Workshop Registration Link: https://3de.club/workshop (required to attend)

Live Oak Farmers Market
2026-04-05 09:00 - 13:00 | Live Oak Farmers Market, 15th & Eastcliff Dr, Live Oak, CA, 95062, United States
Live Oak Farmers Market
Sundays 9am – 1pm year round
Started in 2000, Live Oak Farmers Market is a neighborhood market has grown to be a weekly event that is loved by the communities of Live Oak, Pleasure Point and Capitola. A decade has past since this market became year round and here you will find an excellent selection of organic produce from local farms, tree ripened fruits, dried fruit and nuts, fresh bread, pastries, seafood, pasture-raised organic meats and more. The market is also the epicenter of the clean food movement, showcasing amazing Sunday brunch offerings like traditional Michoacan Mexican dishes, dumplings, crepes and artisan hand pies. This is your Sunday destination.

Market Match
Market Match offers farmers’ market customers a dollar-for-dollar match up to $10 on their CalFresh (food stamp) cards at the Live Oak Market. If a customer swipes their CalFresh card for seven dollars, they get seven dollars in Market Match tokens for free. Swipe $10, you get $10. The goal of this project is to encourage CalFresh (EBT/SNAP) recipients to take advantage of fresh, locally-grown fruits and vegetables. By offering an incentive that lowers the price of fresh produce, we are helping shoppers stretch their food dollars while keeping their families healthy. SCCFM will be offering the Market Match program for the 2020 season. Locate the information booth and the market manager to redeem EBT coins and to participate in the Market Match Program.

Monthly Wharf Walks
2026-04-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Monterey’s Old Fishermans Wharf, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Monthly Wharf Walks

Monterey, CA. February 22, 2021. Monterey’s Fisherman’s Wharf Association continues the monthly Wharf Walks with noted Monterey Bay Fisheries Historian and author, Tim Thomas. On Sunday, March 7th, the monthly “Wharf Walks – Walking Tours at Monterey’s Old Fisherman’s Wharf that are held on the first Sunday of every month from 10:00 AM – Noon, continues each month.
Tim will be wearing a mask and limiting the group size who will also be required to wear masks. He is also available on other days to conduct small tours.
Tours meet at the head of Old Fisherman’s Wharf(near the pink “Harbor House” store, #1 Old Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey. Advance reservations are required by calling Tim Thomas at (831) 521-3304 or via email timsardine@yahoo.com.
The tour is for ages 10-adult only and the cost is $20 for adults and kids are $15 (10-15 years). Group Rates are also available.
Map: https://monterey.org/Portals/0/Maps/Parking-Map-Waterfront.pdf

Corralitos Farm & Garden Market
2026-04-05 11:00 - 15:00 | Corralitos Farm & Garden Market, 127 Hames Road, Corralitos, CA, 95076, United States
The Farm & Garden Market is a small, friendly, open air market made up of local farmers and gardeners who grow within about a five mile radius of Corralitos.
Seasonally we have the tastiest strawberries, blueberries, cherries, lemons, tomatoes, herbs, squash, potatoes, carrots, peas, beets, and avocados, as well as a variety of other fruits, vegetables, lettuces and salad greens.
We have bakers that offer wonderful treats, along with a table full of beautiful potted flowers.
You may find expertly handmade natural soaps, and homemade jams and preserves.
The market is open to all of our friends and neighbors who grow anything from a garden to a good back yard fruit tree.
Open every Sunday 11am to 3pm, rain or shine, at the Corralitos Cultural Center, 127 Hames Road
For a booth we request a $5 donation to the CVREA, the non-profit who maintains the Corralitos Cultural Center.
Farm & Garden Market (including vendor inquiries)
Contact Wayne Miller: wayne@catalyst2001.com / (831) 724-1332

Redwood Grove Tour Sunday
2026-04-05 12:00 | Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, 101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States

Redwood Loop Tour Henry Cowell Redwoods
2026-04-05 12:00 - 14:00 | Henry Cowell State Park, 101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Redwood Loop Tour – Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

Sundays, February 16, 12 – 2pm

Coast Redwoods offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee! Every Sunday at 12:00pm, we are taking folks on a guided walk through the Redwood Grove to talk about coast redwoods and to experience the forest together. On this 1-mile stroll, we will be chatting about life histories, ecology, etc. and sharing a wonderful adventure among these giants.
Click here to RSVP. Let’s plan to meet in the front of the Visitor Center, we hope you can join us!
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA 95018

Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
2026-04-06 | https://givebutter.com/awkward
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 are heartfelt.
Some are… creatively interpretive.
All of them support shelter animals who need us!
How it works

Click the “Order my portrait!” button
Select the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order
Upload a photo of your pet if applicable
Make a $35 donation per portrait

What you’ll receive
Digital Pet Portraits ($35)

A digital portrait of your pet, created by a community artist
Delivered by email on February 14
Perfect for sharing, printing, or gifting

Shelter Pet Portraits ($35)

A digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet
Randomly assigned
A small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported

Join us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz
The Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation.
Why it matters
100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation, helping provide daily care, medical support, enrichment, and second chances for animals in our community.
This fundraiser is about more than art, it’s about:

Supporting shelter animals
Celebrating creativity at every level
Bringing people together around something joyful and meaningful

A few good things to know

One pet per portrait
No revisions (the charm is in the surprise)
Digital portraits delivered by email on February 14
More than one pet?

Email us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org
Thank you for supporting shelter animals, student artists, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter.
Let’s get awkward.

Camp Wow Spring Break
2026-04-06 08:00 - 18:00 | CA
Camp Wow Spring Break
Monday – Friday 8am-6pm, April 6-10
City of Watsonville Parks and Community Services Department

Spring break is right around the corner, and we’ve got Camp WOW and sports camps to keep your kids entertained and having fun!

Full Day Camps

Camp WOW – Spring Sports Camp: April 6-10 | 8 AM-6 PM | Grades K-2 | $200 R/$215 NR
Camp WOW – Spring Bling Camp: April 6-10 | 8 AM-6 PM | Grades 3-5 | $200 R/$215 NR

Half Day Camps

Basketball Camp: April 6 & 8 | 9 AM-12 PM | Ages 7-12 | $60 R/$66 NR
Volleyball Camp: April 6 & 8 | 1-4 PM | Ages 7-12 | $60 R/$66 NR
Flag Football Camp: April 9-10 | 9 AM-12 PM | Ages 7-12 | $60 R/$66 NR

Three easy ways to register: visit watsonvillerec.gov, in person at 231 Union St, or by phone at 831.768.3240.

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Las vacaciones de primavera están a la vuelta de la esquina, y tenemos el Campamento WOW y Campamento de Deportes para mantener a sus hijos entretenidos y divirtiéndose!

Campamentos de día completo
Campamento WOW – Campamento de Retoños de Primavera
6 al 10 de abril | 8 AM-6 PM | Grados K-2 | $200 R/$215 NR

Campamento WOW – Campamento de Primavera Brillante
6 al 10 de abril | 8 AM-6 PM | Grados 3-5 | $200 R/$215 NR

Campamentos de medio día
Campamento de baloncesto
6 y 8 de abril | 9 AM-12 PM | Edades 7-12 | $60 R/$66 NR

Campamento de voleibol
6 y 8 de abril | 1-4 PM | Edades 7-12 | $60 R/$66 NR

Campamento de Fútbol de Banderínes
9-10 de abril | 9 AM-12 PM | Edades 7-12 | $60 R/$66 NR

Hay tres maner as fáciles de inscribirse: visite watsonvillerec.gov, en persona en 231 Union St, o por teléfono al 831.768.3240.

Nature Detectives Spring Camp 2026
2026-04-06 08:30 - 15:30 | Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
Nature Detectives Spring Camp
M-F, April 6-10, Drop-Off between 8:30 – 9:00am, Pick-Up between 3:00 – 3:30pm
Are you a super sleuth when it comes to nature? Campers ages 5-7 are invited to join a week of hands-on investigation, creative challenges, and outdoor discovery during the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History’s Spring Break Day-camp for nature detectives!
During spring break 2026, campers will join us to gather clues from the local environment to piece together their own scientific hypotheses and conclusions, all while playing games, making crafts, and learning about the natural world.
$400 per Camper
Campers must be ages 5-7 / Grades K-2
Family Members receive a 20% discount. Registration of siblings receives $20 discount.

Teen Kitchen Project Spring Break Cooking Camps
2026-04-06 09:00 - 13:00 | 8061 Aptos St, Aptos, CA 95073, 8061 Aptos St, Aptos, 95073, United States
Teen Kitchen Project Spring Break Cooking Camps
Monday – Friday. April 6 – 10, 9am-1pm
Teen Kitchen Project is excited to announce the return of our Spring Break Cooking Camp for Youth Ages 7-12!
Join TKP Chef Ingrid for a round-the-world cooking experience!
Class will focus on cooking from scratch with different recipes each day, and participants learn a variety of basic kitchen skills in a fun, safe, and positive environment.
And best of all, we eat what we cook at the end of class every day! Class size limited to 12 students.

Santa Cruz SPCA - PAWS and PAINT Spring Camp!
2026-04-06 09:00 - 15:00 | SPCA, CA, United States
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 life is like for animals in a shelter.
Through safe, hands-on activities, children will spend time socializing, training, and cheering on our incredible adoptable animals.
Along the way, they’ll build confidence, creativity, and compassion—proving that a little kindness (and a lot of color!) can go a long way.

Quail Hollow Ranch Wilderness Explorers Camp
2026-04-06 09:00 - 15:00 | Quail Hollow Ranch County Park, 800 Quail Hollow Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Quail Hollow Ranch Wilderness Explorers Camp
Monday – Friday, 9am – 3pm, April 6 – 10
Don’t miss out! Join in this nature-based day camp packed with outdoor fun and educational activities. We will also explore environmental science on a field trip, included in the registration fee.
Quail Hollow Ranch County Park
Ages: 6-12
$225 Resident/$248 Non-Resident (sibling discount of 15% for each additional sibling registered)
Register now at https://scparks.com/register

Sutter Maternity Postpartum Wellness Group
2026-04-06 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual, CA, United States
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 stress and adjust to life with baby.

Pregnancy and Parenting Support Groups
Our support groups help parents navigate newborn care, post-partum wellness, sibling issues and partner relationship changes that can occur after baby arrives.
We also offer support groups for parents with babies in palliative care as well as those who have experienced miscarriage. These groups offer a compassionate environment for parents to receive and provide emotional support.
Our new parent groups are often tailored to parents of newborns ages three weeks to four months and four months and older. Check out our complete offering of support groups to find one near you.

Mystery Box Monday at MOD
2026-04-06 15:00 - 16:00 | Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery MOD, 1855 41st Ave #10, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
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, artist, and problem-solver!
Every Monday is a surprise adventure! Your child will receive a mysterious box packed with intriguing materials, a low-temperature glue gun for safe crafting, and a challenge card.
Here’s what makes Mystery Box Monday so awesome:

Endless Possibilities: Each box is a portal to a world of unimaginable creations. With every new challenge, your child’s mind will stretch and twist, blossoming with fresh ideas.
Boosts Confidence: As kids conquer challenges and bring their creations to life, their confidence and self-esteem soar. They’ll discover that they can achieve anything they set their minds to!
Sparks Curiosity: Mystery Box Monday ignites a love for learning and exploration. Kids will delve into different themes, from outer space to the animal kingdom, all while having a blast.
Strengthens Bonds: This is an activity the whole family can enjoy! Work together, brainstorm ideas, and share in the laughter as you bring your mystery box masterpieces to life.

What kind of mystery materials, you ask? That’s the beauty of it – it’s a surprise! But you can expect to find a vibrant mix of things like:

Colorful craft paper and cardboard
Pipe cleaners, googly eyes, and pom-poms
Buttons, beads, and sequins
Recycled treasures like bottle caps and egg cartons
Nature’s bounty – leaves, twigs, and pinecones

Ages 3-100 ~ Open: Monday, Wednesday – Saturday 10am – 5pm

Santa Cruz SPCA - PAWS 1
2026-04-06 16:00 - 18:00 | Santa Cruz SPCA, 2601 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz (Live Oak), Santa Cruz, CA, 95065, United States
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 student has never been to PAWS or has recently started their journey in one of our PAWS programs.
PAWS 1 sessions meet Monday from 4-6pm for Juniors (age 7-9 yrs. old) and Tuesday from 4-6pm for Pre-Teen (10-12 yrs. old).
