Race the Wave

Santa Cruz Wharf 21 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz

Race the Wave Saturday, September 13, 8am-12pm Are you ready? If you had to escape a tsunami event in Santa Cruz how long would it take you to run or walk to high ground? Would you know which way to go? Here’s your chance to test yourself and gain some knowledge about tsunamis and their […]

$20
Event Series “Weather and the Whale”

“Weather and the Whale”

Institute of the Arts and Sciences 100 Panetta Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

"Weather and the Whale" Tuesday–Sunday 12–5pm, through October 12 Weather and the Whale is a major exhibition project featuring immersive displays of original science research and newly commissioned contemporary artworks. Working at the intersections of art and science to connect people to the impacts of climate change, the project brings leading artists into collaboration with […]

Free

Westside Farmers Market

Westside Farmers Market Mission St. Ext. and Western Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

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

Free
Event Series Capitola Art and Wine Festival

Capitola Art and Wine Festival 2025

Capitola Village Capitola, CA, United States

Capitola Art & Wine Festival 2025 Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday 10am-5pm, September 13 & 14 Join us at the Capitola Art & Wine Festival. Art, wine, music, dance, and good vibes…all in the enchanting beach-side setting of Capitola Village…summer’s last hurrah, and truly a weekend in paradise! Stroll the Festival sipping exceptional wines from 22 Santa […]

Free

Guided Walk: Big Basin: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow

Big Basin Park 21600 Big Basin Way,, Boulder Creek, CA, 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 […]

Free

Board Games and More in Felton Branch Library

Felton Library 6121 Gushee Street, Felton, CA, United States

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 […]

Free
Event Series Science Saturdays

Science Saturdays

Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery - MOD 1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, 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 […]

Free – $10
Event Series READ program with Ziggy the mini

READ program with Ziggy the mini

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. […]

Collage Making with The MAH

Pajaro Valley Arts 37 Sudden St, Watsonville, CA, United States

Collage Making with The MAHSecond  Saturday, September 13, 1-4pm Saturday is almost here! We’re excited to welcome our friends from the MAH for Collage Making, inspired by Santa Cruz artist Ed Penniman. Drop in this Saturday for free, hands-on fun! Pajaro Valley Arts, 37 Sudden Street, Watsonville   Pajaro Valley Arts Council

Free
Event Series Lego No-So Simple Machines Aptos

Lego No-So Simple Machines Aptos

Aptos Library 7695 Soquel Dr,, Aptos, CA

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. […]

Free
Event Series Teen Summer Art Workshops

Teen Art Workshops

Felton Library 6121 Gushee Street, Felton, CA, United States

Teen Art Workshops & Introduction to A.C.T. 2nd Saturdays, 2-4pm, July 12 through December 13 July 12: Techniques in Printmaking- Contrast Eraser-Carving All teens 12-18 years are  welcome as we learn about volunteer opportunities in the library, share our input on teen spaces, policies, and programs, enjoy snacks, as well as a special art lesson. You […]

Free

Dash of Dance Day

Crescendo Dance Academy 1855 41st Avenue Suite G07, Capitola, CA, United States

Dash of Dance Day Saturday, September 13, 2:30-3:30 Join us  and try five different dance styles in one class! What to know what a lyrical/jazz class is all about but don't want to commit to a whole class? Dance Acro? Ballet? Leaps and Turns? Come try them all in tiny snippets! Ages 6-10   Crescendo […]

Free
Event Series Paint & Play Saturdays

Paint and Play Saturdays

Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery - MOD 1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, 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 […]

Free – $10

Family Campout

Siltanen Community Park 127 Vine Hill Road, Scotts Valley, CA, United States

Family Campout Saturday 3pm - Sunday 10am, September 13-14 Registration closes by September 5 Scotts Valley Recreation is excited to host our second Family Campout! Join us for a family campout right here at our park! We have a variety of games and activities planned to keep everyone active and entertained throughout the evening; including […]

$40

Free Workshop “Give Your Kids Wings to Fly”

Next Space Coworking (Opp Abbott Square, downtown Santa Cruz) Next Space Coworking, Opposite Abbott Square, Santa Cruz, CA

"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 […]

Free