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 […]
The Art of Nature March 11 - May 14, Tuesday – Friday| 11am – 4pm; Saturday – Sunday | 10am – 5pm Scientific illustration brings to life the wonders of nature, from diminutive sea slugs to vast habitats. Explore the beauty and fine details of the world around us in the special exhibit featuring works […]
SPCA Classroom Program Wednesday, April 30, 10:30 - 11am Our Wild Neighbors! Come to our Garfield Park branch for this program that helps build awareness of wild animals in our area, their attributes and needs using puppets. Understand which professionals can help wild animals in distress.
Storytime with Ivy Last Wednesday of the Month 11-11:15am Join Ivy, our children’s book buyer, at 11:00 am on the last Wednesday of the month for a storytime presentation of some of her favorite picture books! Meet in the kids’ section. Kids Event
A great selection of local artisan foodstuffs, delicious baked goods, and currently many unique, high quality options for grab-and-go lunch and dinner.
STEM Explorers: Build Your Own Computer! April 2 - May 7 Join us for an exciting six-week STEM adventure designed for kids 8-12! In this hands-on program, participants will assemble and explore Piper computers, gaining practical experience with computer engineering, coding, and problem-solving. Each week, kids will unlock new challenges as they build and program […]
Tales 2 Tails Aptos Wednesdays 3:30 - 4:30 through July 9 Trained therapy dogs will be available at the Library to be attentive reading partners for children reading aloud. Child must be 6-17 years old, and already reading to some degree. Our volunteer handlers are there to provide support but are not trained reading instructors. […]
Super Tots Winter Sports Ages 3 to 5 Simpkins, Wednesdays 4-4:45pm, Session Start Days: Dec 4, Jan 8, Feb 5, Mar 5, April 2 Ben Lomond, Thursdays 3-3:45pm, Session Start Days:Dec 5, Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 6, April 3 Join us for fun and active Super Winter Tots sports! The Santa Cruz County Parks […]
4-Week Triple P Group: Teaching Children to Clean Up Wednesdays, April 16 - May 7, 6 - 7:30pm Attend this brief virtual parenting group to learn: • Tips for teaching children how to clean up by themselves • Ways to make cleaning up fun for you and your child • Strategies for staying calm if […]
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: […]
Santa Cruz Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream July 13 - August 31, with Opening Night on July 18 Santa Cruz Shakespeare invites you to experience Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, under the trees and stars of the Audrey Stanley Grove in Santa Cruz’s DeLaveaga Park this summer. One of Shakespeare’s most famous and beloved works, […]
Santa Cruz Shakespeare's Pericles July 29 through August 30, with Opening Night on July 31; Time Choices: 2pm, 7pm, 8pm Santa Cruz Shakespeare invites you to experience Shakespeare’s Pericles, under the trees and stars of the Audrey Stanley Grove in Santa Cruz’s DeLaveaga Park this summer. Shakespeare’s brilliant late romance continues the 2025 festival’s sweep […]
Holistic Nutrition and Wellness Classes for Parents 2025 Thursdays 10 - 11:30am, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Nutrition and Wellness Series with Jill Troderman, Certified Holistic Nutritionist Empower Yourself, Inspire Others! https://santacruzholisticnutrition.com/ Walking the path towards optimal health is one of the best gifts you can give yourself and your children. In these classes […]
Mariela's Music Time Thursday, May 1, 12:30pm - 1:05pm at La Selva Beach Library Thursday, May 1, 4:30 - 5:05pm at Live Oak Library Join us for Mariela's Music Time, a bilingual performance for infants, toddlers, and families.Through music, storytelling, and movement, Mariela will introduce children to instruments, cultures, and new words in a fun […]
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, […]
