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SUMMARY:Mystery Box Monday at MOD
DESCRIPTION:Mystery Box Monday at MOD\n\n\n\n\n\nMondays\,  3pm\n\n\n\nCalling 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!\n\n\nReserve your spot at sccmod.org/fun \n\n\nCalling 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! \nEvery 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. \nHere’s what makes Mystery Box Monday so awesome: \n\nEndless 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.\nBoosts 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!\nSparks 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.\nStrengthens 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.\n\nWhat 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: \n\nColorful craft paper and cardboard\nPipe cleaners\, googly eyes\, and pom-poms\nButtons\, beads\, and sequins\nRecycled treasures like bottle caps and egg cartons\nNature’s bounty – leaves\, twigs\, and pinecones\n\nAges 3-100 ~ Open: Monday\, Wednesday – Saturday 10am –  5pm \n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/mystery-box-monday-at-mod/2025-01-20/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery MOD\, 1855 41st Ave #10\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Classes
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SUMMARY:In Person Tech Help Aptos
DESCRIPTION:In Person Tech Help Aptos\nMondays 1-3pm\,  January 13 – May 5 \n\n\nGet in-person technology help at the library. \nOne of our tech savvy staff members at the Aptos Library would like to help you troubleshoot your question with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Possible topics may include: creating an email account\, creating documents\, attaching files\, using premium subscription library resources\, downloading and streaming content like movies\, books\, and audiobooks\, and more. Please bring any devices you use\, and have your necessary passwords and library card with you. \nPlease make an appointment in advance here: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/appointments/aptos \nPlease call telephone information (831-427-7713) if you require assistance making an appointment. \nWe look forward to helping you!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/in-person-tech-help-aptos/2025-01-20/
LOCATION:Aptos Public Library\, 7695 Soquel Drive\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Library Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250120T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250120T150000
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UID:10036245-1737370800-1737385200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Quilting with Friends
DESCRIPTION:Quilting with Friends\n\nMondays 11am-3pm\, September 16\, 2024 – May 5\, 2025 \nJoin us at the Boulder Creek Library for Quilting with Friends every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month (subject to holiday closures). All levels of quilting expertise are welcome\, from accomplished quilters to those new to the craft. Participants bring their own supplies to work on individual projects\, share knowledge and create community. Registration is not required.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/quilting-with-friends/2025-01-20/
LOCATION:Boulder Creek Library\, 13390 W Park Ave\, Boulder Creek\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250120T113000
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SUMMARY:Sutter Maternity Postpartum Wellness Group
DESCRIPTION:Sutter Maternity Postpartum Wellness Group\nSutter Maternity Postpartum Wellness Group Mondays 10:00-11:30am  \nCall 831-477-2229 for log-in  \nSanta Cruz County Moms only  \nPregnancy 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. \n  \nPregnancy and Parenting Support Groups\nOur support groups help parents navigate newborn care\, post-partum wellness\, sibling issues and partner relationship changes that can occur after baby arrives. \nWe 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. \nOur 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.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/sutter-maternity-postpartum-wellness-group/2025-01-20/
LOCATION:Virtual\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250121
DTSTAMP:20260407T220416
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SUMMARY:Second Annual Toy Swop
DESCRIPTION:Second Annual Toy Swop\nJanuary 6th – January 29\, Donate gently used toys at the Main Library.\nThursday\, 5:30 – 7:30pm\, January 30\, Shop at the Main Library for a new toy with a voucher. \nDo 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? Watsonville Public Library will be hosting its second annual Toy Swap at the Main Library. \nHow can you participate? Beginning on Monday\, January 6 through Wednesday\, January 29\, 2025  Vouchers can be given away to others. We will not accept the following: broken items\, clothing\, books\, or pet supplies. \nFamilies can bring in gently USED items to the Main Library in exchange for one voucher per item. \nAny items that remain after the Toy Swap will be donated to local non-profit organizations. 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/second-annual-toy-swop/2025-01-20/
LOCATION:Watsonville Public Library\, 275 Main St Suite 100\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Special
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SUMMARY:A Variety of Art Classes at SCAL
DESCRIPTION:A Variety of Art Classes at SCAL\nJanuary through April \nTake an art class at SCAL with a local artist. \n  \nPastel Painting with Mary Dettle\,  Saturday\, January 4\, 1 – 3:30pm\, $175 \nOne-Day Workshop with Toaa Dallo: Painting Clouds\, January 5\, 2 – 6pm\, $80 \nWatercolor with Linda Lord\, Tuesdays\, 1:00pm – 3:30pm\, January 7- February 11\, $200 \nPainting with Oils and Acrylics with Toaa Dallo\, 16 – 18+ yrs\, Wednesdays\, 1- 4pm\, January 8 – 29\, $180 \nDrawing and Sketching with Toaa Dallo\, 16 – 18+ yrs\, Wednesdays\,  6- 8:30pm\, January 8 – 29\, $180 \nWatercolor with Linda Lord\, adult\, Thursdays\, 1- 3:30pm\, January 9 – February 13\, $200 \nFigure Drawing: Long Pose\, 16 – 18+ yrs\, Thursday\, 7- 9:30pm\, January 9\, $20 \nPastel Painting with Joan Hellenthal\, adult\, Fridays\, 10:00am – 12:30pm\, January 10 – 31\, $175 \nAnimal Art with Linda Cover\, 6 – 13 yrs\, Fridays\, 3:30 – 5:00pm\, January 10 – February 14\, $150 \nColor Mixing and Sketching with Susan Brown\, 16 – 18+ yrs\, Sunday\, 1- 4:00pm\, January 12\, $75 \nFigure Drawing with Intent with Landon Markasky\, adult\, Sunday\, 9am – 4pm\, Jan 19\, $150 \nIntro to Botanical Gelli-Print with Seana Mallen\, adult\, Saturday\, 10am – 12:30pm\,  January25\, $75 \nLandscapes Workshop with Calvin Liang\, adult\, Friday\, Saturday\, Sunday; 9am – 4pm\, April 4 –  6\, $560
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/a-variety-of-art-classes-at-scal/2025-01-20/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Art League\, 526 Broadway\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Classes,Teen Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Art League":MAILTO:admin@scal.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250119T160000
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SUMMARY:In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities\nSundays 2 – 4pm \nJoin our  in person art class for people with disabilities at Claraty Arts Center in Santa Cruz. Adaptive art projects and space to work outside or inside and to share time with your family and work on a creative art project. It’s for the whole family – all are welcomed! This will be a great relaxing creative time adaptive to all needs\, come out and express yourself! Caregiver must stay and help the participant – this is not a drop off! \nDrop ins Welcomed! \n$10 cash donation appreciated for art supplies \n\n\n\n1725 Seabright Avenue\, Suite C.\, Santa Cruz\, CA \n\n\n\nClick here to reserve your seat at art class
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/in-person-art-time-for-people-with-disabilities/2025-01-19/
LOCATION:Claraty Arts\, 1725 Seabright Avenue\, Suite C\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Classes,Family Events,Teen Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shared Adventures":MAILTO:sharedactivities@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250119T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T032952Z
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SUMMARY:In Person Tech Help Aptos
DESCRIPTION:In Person Tech Help Aptos\nMondays 1-3pm\,  January 13 – May 5 \n\n\nGet in-person technology help at the library. \nOne of our tech savvy staff members at the Aptos Library would like to help you troubleshoot your question with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Possible topics may include: creating an email account\, creating documents\, attaching files\, using premium subscription library resources\, downloading and streaming content like movies\, books\, and audiobooks\, and more. Please bring any devices you use\, and have your necessary passwords and library card with you. \nPlease make an appointment in advance here: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/appointments/aptos \nPlease call telephone information (831-427-7713) if you require assistance making an appointment. \nWe look forward to helping you!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/in-person-tech-help-aptos/2025-01-19/
LOCATION:Aptos Public Library\, 7695 Soquel Drive\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Library Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T220416
CREATED:20241127T142153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T142454Z
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SUMMARY:READ program with Ziggy the mini
DESCRIPTION:READ program with Ziggy the mini\nOne hour Sessions\, 1pm and 2pm\, on Saturday and Sunday afternoons\, beginning  November 30 and December 1\n \nREAD 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. \nFrom 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. \nSince reading is a gateway to accessing information\, students will likely improve in all subject areas. \nIn addition\, their self esteem will begin to soar as they gain confidence with each reading session. \nLastly\, 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 🙂 \n\nWhere: 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.     \nLisa 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.  😉 \n\n\n\n\nWhen: For availability\, more information and directions\, text Lisa at (831) 227-9847
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/read-program-with-ziggy-the-mini-2-2/2025-01-19/
LOCATION:A ranch in Watsonville
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Classes,Family Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250119T150000
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CREATED:20200711T141559Z
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SUMMARY:Corralitos Farm & Garden Market
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSeasonally 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. \nWe have bakers that offer wonderful treats\, along with a table full of beautiful potted flowers. \nYou may find expertly handmade natural soaps\, and homemade jams and preserves. \nThe market is open to all of our friends and neighbors who grow anything from a garden to a good back yard fruit tree. \nOpen every Sunday 11am to 3pm\, rain or shine\, at the Corralitos Cultural Center\, 127 Hames Road\nFor a booth we request a $5 donation to the CVREA\, the non-profit who maintains the Corralitos Cultural Center. \nFarm & Garden Market (including vendor inquiries)\nContact Wayne Miller:  wayne@catalyst2001.com  / (831) 724-1332
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/corralitos-farm-garden-market/2025-01-19/
LOCATION:Corralitos Farm & Garden Market\, 127 Hames Road\, Corralitos\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Farmers Markets & Farms
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ORGANIZER;CN="Corralitos Farm & Garden Market":MAILTO:volunteer@saveourshores.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T220416
CREATED:20200621T234424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200803T025224Z
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SUMMARY:Live Oak Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Live Oak Farmers Market\nSundays 9am – 1pm year round \nStarted 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. \n  \nMarket Match\nMarket 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.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/live-oak-farmers-market/2025-01-19/
LOCATION:Live Oak Farmers Market\, 15th & Eastcliff Dr\, Live Oak\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Farmers Markets & Farms
ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Farmers Markets":MAILTO:info@santacruzfarmersmarket.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250120
DTSTAMP:20260407T220416
CREATED:20250118T043756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250118T043756Z
UID:10044355-1737244800-1737331199@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:K-12 Coastal Art & Poetry Contest
DESCRIPTION:K-12 Coastal Art & Poetry Contest\nEnter by 5pm January 31 \nReady to participate? Here’s what to do: \n\nRead the Contest Guidelines\nCreate your art or poetry\nLearn How to Enter the contest\n\nSubmit your work online by January 31\, 2025 at 5:00pm\, or submit by mail (see #6 in contest guidelines below) \nOther things you can do: \n\nDownload contest flyer in ENGLISH or SPANISH\nCheck out some Teacher Resources\, including brainstorming prompts and Common Core connections\nEnjoy galleries of past winners and honorable mentions\nSign up for the contest mailing list.\n\nWinners and honorable mentions will be contacted directly and announced to the public (on this website and via email) by early April. \nContest prizes provided in part by generous donations from Acorn Naturalists\, Blick Art Materials\, and Aquarium of the Pacific. Judging assistance provided by members of the Tabula Poetica Center for Poetry at Chapman University. \nPoetry was featured in the May 2024\, 2023\, 2022\, 2021\, 2020\, 2018\, 2017\, 2016\, and 2015 issues of TAB\, The Journal of Poetry & Poetics. \nSupport this contest by purchasing prints and other items featuring the artwork.  \nView the 2024 Coastal Art & Poetry Contest online and on exhibit at the following locations:
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/k-12-coastal-art-poetry-contest/2025-01-19/
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Family Events,Free Events,Teen Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T220416
CREATED:20250116T143651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T143651Z
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SUMMARY:Footloose the Musical
DESCRIPTION:Footloose the Musical\nAll About Theatre presents Footloose the Musical featuring a live orchestra! \n7pm Shows: Fridays 7pm\, January 17\, 24 & Thursday\, January 23; Saturdays 7pm\, January 18\, 25 \n2pm Shows: Saturdays\, January 18 & 25 \nhttps://allabouttheatre.org/buy-tickets/ \nFor ages 13-17 year olds \nColligan Theater\, 1010 River Street\, Santa Cruz
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/footloose-the-musical/2025-01-18/2/
LOCATION:Colligan Theater at The Tannery\, 1010 River St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060
CATEGORIES:Dancing,Entertainment & Performances,Performances,Teen Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="All About Theatre":MAILTO:lindsey@allabouttheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T220416
CREATED:20250116T143651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T143651Z
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SUMMARY:Footloose the Musical
DESCRIPTION:Footloose the Musical\nAll About Theatre presents Footloose the Musical featuring a live orchestra! \n7pm Shows: Fridays 7pm\, January 17\, 24 & Thursday\, January 23; Saturdays 7pm\, January 18\, 25 \n2pm Shows: Saturdays\, January 18 & 25 \nhttps://allabouttheatre.org/buy-tickets/ \nFor ages 13-17 year olds \nColligan Theater\, 1010 River Street\, Santa Cruz
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/footloose-the-musical/2025-01-18/1/
LOCATION:Colligan Theater at The Tannery\, 1010 River St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060
CATEGORIES:Dancing,Entertainment & Performances,Performances,Teen Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T160000
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CREATED:20240908T031522Z
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UID:10035435-1737207000-1737216000@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Nature Club
DESCRIPTION:Nature Club\n2nd Saturdays 1-4pm\, October 12 – January 18 \nJoin Nature Club young explorers (6th-8th grade) visiting local habitats to learn about the amazing living world around us while making discoveries along the way. Across four excursions\, youth will learn more about nature through observation and experience while developing a deeper connection to nature and their fellow club members. Programs are led by Museum staff with kids dropped off at rotating locations\, including local parks\, open spaces\, and of course at the Museum! \nCost: $100 non-members/ $80 members per session (4 programs per session)\n*Scholarships are available upon request and funding availability\nRegistration Deadline: October 1st \nNature Club takes place at various places including Neary Lagoon\, Pogonip Open Space\, and the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. \nSchedule:\nMigration Madness & Community Science\nSaturday\, October 12\, 1:30-4pm\nJoin us in exploring the wonderful wildlife at Neary Lagoon. Participants will learn how to use binoculars and identify birds as we walk a 1-mile loop around the freshwater marsh habitat. We will conduct a bird count to record the species we see and participants will learn about the community science platform eBird. \nEthnobotany & Stewardship\nSaturday\, November 9th\, 1:30-4pm\nLearn about the common native plants of Santa Cruz and their uses. Together we will explore Pogonip Open Space Preserve and look for native plants using field guides. Then\, we will participate in a stewardship project to help these native plants thrive! \nTidepooling & Nature Journaling\nSaturday\, December 14\, 1:30-4pm\nLet’s go tidepooling! California King Tides are when the highest and lowest tides hit our shores and make for excellent tidepooling opportunities along the coast. We will explore the intertidal critters & crustaceans and document our observations with nature journaling! \nMuseum Deep Dive\nSaturday\, January 18\, 1:30-4pm\nThis is a special opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes look at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History! Meet our Collections Manager for a tour of the Museum’s collections\, learn about the art of writing exhibit labels\, and explore the hands-on activities in the Museum. You don’t want to miss this!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/nature-club/2025-01-18/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,School/Camp/Class Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History":MAILTO:info@santacruzmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T143000
DTSTAMP:20260407T220416
CREATED:20240419T015700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T015700Z
UID:10028344-1737207000-1737210600@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Great Expectations Parenting Group for Parents and Caregivers of Neurodivergent Children
DESCRIPTION:Great Expectations Parenting Group for Parents/Caregivers of Neurodivergent Children\n3rd Saturdays\, 1:30-2:30pm\, April 30 – (May 17?) \n\nHere at the Scotts Valley library\, we’re hosting a parenting group for caregivers raising neurodivergent individuals with behavior challenges and delays from toddlers to teens. We will meet on the third Saturday of every month from 1:30-2:30pm.\n\nWe’ll Explore:\nAutism and Neurodiversity\nBehavior Challenges\nFeelings as Parents\nSocial Norms\nCompassionate Self-Care\n\nFrom Third Wave ABA:\nAt Third Wave ABA\, we’re deeply committed to helping those living with behavioral\, social\, and developmental challenges reach their highest potential. Our unique approach combines modern technology and compassionate care for a comprehensive wellness experience that gives families peace of mind in knowing they are truly being taken care of! We believe everyone deserves the chance to live an enriched life.\n\nthirdwaveaba.com
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/great-espectations-parenting-group-for-parents-and-caregivers-of-neurodivergent-children/2025-01-18/
LOCATION:Scotts Valley Library\, 251 Kings Village Road\, Scotts Valley\, CA\, 95066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Parent Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T220416
CREATED:20241127T142153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T142454Z
UID:10039520-1737205200-1737212400@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:READ program with Ziggy the mini
DESCRIPTION:READ program with Ziggy the mini\nOne hour Sessions\, 1pm and 2pm\, on Saturday and Sunday afternoons\, beginning  November 30 and December 1\n \nREAD 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. \nFrom 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. \nSince reading is a gateway to accessing information\, students will likely improve in all subject areas. \nIn addition\, their self esteem will begin to soar as they gain confidence with each reading session. \nLastly\, 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 🙂 \n\nWhere: 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.     \nLisa 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.  😉 \n\n\n\n\nWhen: For availability\, more information and directions\, text Lisa at (831) 227-9847
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/read-program-with-ziggy-the-mini-2-2/2025-01-18/
LOCATION:A ranch in Watsonville
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Classes,Family Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="READ Program":MAILTO:lisamalgeephd@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T220416
CREATED:20230304T212635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T011140Z
UID:10017157-1737194400-1737201600@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Saturdays in the Soil
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays in the Soil\nThird Saturdays\, 10am – noon \nWe are coming together as a community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A-Park program. At the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, you gain new wisdom about local ecology\, native plants\, and sustainable gardening while connecting with nature outdoors. It’s time to get your hands dirty! Join us and volunteer in the Museum’s Garden Learning Center and Pilkington Creek. \nEmail volunteer@santacruzmuseum.org to RSVP. Space is limited. \nWhat to Expect \n\nThis project requires volunteer support with general landscaping\, occasional watering\, weeding\, and replanting.\nPlease let us know if you need special accommodations when you email to RSVP.\nThis program happens rain or shine\, but we will cancel in the case of muddy conditions or inclement weather.\nAll ages are welcome; children under 14 require adult supervision. Volunteers under 18 require a parent/guardian to sign waivers.\nPlease follow latest guidelines for covid safety at the time of the program.\n\n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/saturdays-in-the-soil-9/2025-01-18/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Family Events,Teen Activities,Volunteer Opportunities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History":MAILTO:info@santacruzmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T220416
CREATED:20200621T233339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T023625Z
UID:10038366-1737190800-1737205200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Westside Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Westside Farmers Market\nSaturdays  9am – 1pm\, year round\n\n\nThe 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. \nFoodies Unite\nThis 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. \nWith easy access and an abundance of free parking\, this market makes for a convenient and celebratory Saturday morning outing.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/westside-farmers-market/2025-01-18/
LOCATION:Westside Farmers Market\, Mission St. Ext. and Western Dr\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Farmers Markets & Farms
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Farmers Markets":MAILTO:info@santacruzfarmersmarket.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250119
DTSTAMP:20260407T220416
CREATED:20250118T043756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250118T043756Z
UID:10044354-1737187200-1737219600@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:K-12 Coastal Art & Poetry Contest
DESCRIPTION:K-12 Coastal Art & Poetry Contest\nEnter by 5pm January 31 \nReady to participate? Here’s what to do: \n\nRead the Contest Guidelines\nCreate your art or poetry\nLearn How to Enter the contest\n\nSubmit your work online by January 31\, 2025 at 5:00pm\, or submit by mail (see #6 in contest guidelines below) \nOther things you can do: \n\nDownload contest flyer in ENGLISH or SPANISH\nCheck out some Teacher Resources\, including brainstorming prompts and Common Core connections\nEnjoy galleries of past winners and honorable mentions\nSign up for the contest mailing list.\n\nWinners and honorable mentions will be contacted directly and announced to the public (on this website and via email) by early April. \nContest prizes provided in part by generous donations from Acorn Naturalists\, Blick Art Materials\, and Aquarium of the Pacific. Judging assistance provided by members of the Tabula Poetica Center for Poetry at Chapman University. \nPoetry was featured in the May 2024\, 2023\, 2022\, 2021\, 2020\, 2018\, 2017\, 2016\, and 2015 issues of TAB\, The Journal of Poetry & Poetics. \nSupport this contest by purchasing prints and other items featuring the artwork.  \nView the 2024 Coastal Art & Poetry Contest online and on exhibit at the following locations:
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/k-12-coastal-art-poetry-contest/2025-01-18/2/
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Family Events,Free Events,Teen Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T080000
DTSTAMP:20260407T220417
CREATED:20200622T004406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T012658Z
UID:10016659-1737187200-1737187200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College
DESCRIPTION:Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College\nSaturdays 8am-12pm\, year round\, rain or shine \nVoted America’s Favorite Farmers Market in California\nIn 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.” \nMarket 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. \nAdditional Market Attractions\nProfessional sharpening services are available for knives and gardening tools year round. \nOur other Markets: Carmel\, Del Monte\, Monterey
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/aptos-farmers-market-at-cabrillo-college/2025-01-18/
LOCATION:Cabrillo College\, 6500 Soquel Drive\, Room 450\, Aptos\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Farmers Markets & Farms
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250119
DTSTAMP:20260407T220417
CREATED:20250118T043756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250118T043756Z
UID:10044353-1737158400-1737244799@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:K-12 Coastal Art & Poetry Contest
DESCRIPTION:K-12 Coastal Art & Poetry Contest\nEnter by 5pm January 31 \nReady to participate? Here’s what to do: \n\nRead the Contest Guidelines\nCreate your art or poetry\nLearn How to Enter the contest\n\nSubmit your work online by January 31\, 2025 at 5:00pm\, or submit by mail (see #6 in contest guidelines below) \nOther things you can do: \n\nDownload contest flyer in ENGLISH or SPANISH\nCheck out some Teacher Resources\, including brainstorming prompts and Common Core connections\nEnjoy galleries of past winners and honorable mentions\nSign up for the contest mailing list.\n\nWinners and honorable mentions will be contacted directly and announced to the public (on this website and via email) by early April. \nContest prizes provided in part by generous donations from Acorn Naturalists\, Blick Art Materials\, and Aquarium of the Pacific. Judging assistance provided by members of the Tabula Poetica Center for Poetry at Chapman University. \nPoetry was featured in the May 2024\, 2023\, 2022\, 2021\, 2020\, 2018\, 2017\, 2016\, and 2015 issues of TAB\, The Journal of Poetry & Poetics. \nSupport this contest by purchasing prints and other items featuring the artwork.  \nView the 2024 Coastal Art & Poetry Contest online and on exhibit at the following locations:
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/k-12-coastal-art-poetry-contest/2025-01-18/1/
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Family Events,Free Events,Teen Activities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T220417
CREATED:20250116T143651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T143651Z
UID:10044330-1737140400-1737140400@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Footloose the Musical
DESCRIPTION:Footloose the Musical\nAll About Theatre presents Footloose the Musical featuring a live orchestra! \n7pm Shows: Fridays 7pm\, January 17\, 24 & Thursday\, January 23; Saturdays 7pm\, January 18\, 25 \n2pm Shows: Saturdays\, January 18 & 25 \nhttps://allabouttheatre.org/buy-tickets/ \nFor ages 13-17 year olds \nColligan Theater\, 1010 River Street\, Santa Cruz
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/footloose-the-musical/2025-01-17/
LOCATION:Colligan Theater at The Tannery\, 1010 River St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060
CATEGORIES:Dancing,Entertainment & Performances,Performances,Teen Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="All About Theatre":MAILTO:lindsey@allabouttheatre.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T220417
CREATED:20250104T172835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T211059Z
UID:10044132-1737136800-1737140400@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Find Your Future with the Cabrillo College IT Institute
DESCRIPTION:Find Your Future with the Cabrillo College IT Institute\nFree ZOOM Information Meetings: 6-7pm\,  January 9; 17\, 22\nClasses begin January 31 \nKick-off Your IT Career This Spring! Get a jump start on your future career in IT with Cabrillo’s new IT Institute! \nThis program is perfect for anyone looking to land a technical job or take the first step toward professional certification. \nLearn from experienced faculty and staff who have worked in IT and get access to career resources that support your job search. \nBest of all you’ll get one-on-one and group support from the IT Institute Team.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/find-your-future-with-the-cabrillo-college-it-institute/2025-01-17/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Free Events,Tech Help
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T220417
CREATED:20241228T042744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241228T042744Z
UID:10043741-1737127800-1737133200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Stories from the Voting Rights Fight with Maria Gitin
DESCRIPTION:This Bright Light of Ours: Stories from the Voting Rights Fight with Maria Gitin\nFriday\, January 17\, 3:30pm \n\nJoin SCPL in commemorating Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Civil Rights veteran and author Maria Gitin. Gitin will share her experience in the Civil Rights Movement and suggest how its successful strategies might inform our current culture. Her one-hour presentation will include historic photographs and personal stories from Gitin’s friends and co-workers. Her memoir\, “This Bright Light of Ours: Stories from the Voting Rights Movement” (University of Alabama Press\, 2014 and 2023)\, will be available for purchase and signing. \nFollowing “Bloody Sunday” and the promised passage of the 1965 Voting Rights Act\, Civil rights organizations launched an all-out effort to register thousands of new Black voters in the Deep South. Maria Gitin was an idealistic 19-year-old college freshman at San Francisco State College who responded to Dr. Martin Luther King’s call to join the Summer Community Organizing and Political Education project (SCOPE) of the Southern Christian Leadership Council (SCLC). After intensive training in Atlanta\, Maria was assigned to work with leaders and local youth in violently segregated rural Wilcox County\, Alabama. She will read from her published memoir which is the only in-depth account of the Freedom Summer of 1965 from the perspective of a teenage participant. \nBettina Aptheker\, Emeritus Professor of Feminist Studies at UCSC says: “Maria Gitin’s book is a unique blend of her own story and those of the local community with whom she worked in Wilcox County in the exceptionally challenging struggle of the 1960s civil rights movement. These are powerful stories profoundly relevant for our own times.” \nABOUT MARIA GITIN \nSince the first publication of “This Bright Light of Ours\,” Maria Gitin has presented at numerous universities\, civil rights and history museums\, libraries and bookstores. She was the Martin Luther King Jr. Day keynote speaker for King County in Seattle; for the U.S. Army Defense Language Institute at the Presidio of Monterey and for the Martin Luther King Jr. Research and Education Institute at Stanford University.  She was curator of a voting rights art and history exhibit at Pajaro Valley Arts Gallery and the Santa Cruz County Government Center 2018-2020. \nFrom 1993-1999\, Gitin co-led public schools training with National Coalition Building Institute (NCBI) Monterey County Chapter. In Santa Cruz County\, she served as President of the Emergency Food and Shelter Board\, Advisor to the NAACP Kwanzaa Collective\, and to Girlz Space\, a program of Santa Cruz County Probation Department for in-risk girls in Watsonville.  As co-founder and first co-chair of the Pajaro Valley Cesar Chavez Democratic Club\, Gitin worked for many years supporting the voter registration\, education\, and canvassing efforts of Latino led political action in Watsonville. \nFor twenty-eight years she was principal of Maria Gitin & Associates\, a national organizational development and diversity consulting group. She served on the Peter F. Drucker Foundation national training team\, was a coach for CompassPoint’s Fundraising Academy for Communities of Color\, and led training for the National Center for Nonprofit Boards\, WK Kellogg\, Tides and the Peter F. Drucker Foundation. She founded the Monterey Bay Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) and developed a Diversity Fundraising training presented at AFP international conferences. \nProjects in the Monterey Bay region included leading the founding of the Monterey YWCA domestic violence emergency shelter\, directing start-up of the Carmel Public Library Foundation\, and directing capital campaigns for California community health clinics including the Santa Cruz Women’s Health Center. Gitin also developed strategic plans for the Pajaro Valley Health Trust\, Santa Cruz Resource Conservation District\, and Community Bridges\, among others. \nGitin is the recipient of numerous racial justice awards in recognition for her lifetime commitment to civil rights. She is a member of the NAACP\, Bay Area Civil Rights Veterans\, J Street\, and of Aptos Temple Beth El. She and her photographer husband\, Samuel Torres Jr.\, live in Santa Cruz County.  For more on Maria Gitin: \nVisit http://www.thisbrightlightofours.com \ne-mail: msgitin@mariagitin.com  \n\nJoin SCPL in commemorating Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Civil Rights veteran and author Maria Gitin. Gitin will share her experience in the Civil Rights Movement and suggest how its successful strategies might inform our current culture. https://santacruzpl.libcal.com…
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/stories-from-the-voting-rights-fight-with-maria-gitin/
LOCATION:Capitola Library\, 2005 Wharf Road\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Free Events,Library Special
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:elibrary@santacruzpl.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T220417
CREATED:20211022T171512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211022T173530Z
UID:10035902-1737126000-1737133200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Friday Pet Food Pantry
DESCRIPTION:Friday Pet Food Pantry\nFridays 2-5pm \nJust a friendly reminder that our Pet Food Pantry is still happening every Friday from 3-5pm!  \nDonate anytime!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/friday-pet-food-pantry/2025-01-17/
LOCATION:SPCA\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Volunteer Opportunities
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ORGANIZER;CN="SPCA":MAILTO:info@spcasc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T220417
CREATED:20250113T025753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T030647Z
UID:10020508-1737122400-1737129600@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:In-Person Tech Help Felton
DESCRIPTION:In-Person Tech Help Felton\n\n\nFridays 2-4pm\, January 17 – May 2\n\nAre you stuck with a technology question? \nOne of our tech savvy staff members at the Felton Library would like to help you troubleshoot your question with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Possible topics may include: creating an email account\, creating documents\, attaching files\, using premium subscription library resources\, downloading and streaming content like movies\, books\, and audiobooks\, and more. Please bring any devices you use\, and have your necessary passwords and library card with you. \nMake an appointment: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/appointments/felton \nAdvance appointments are prioritized. Visit the library’s information desk or call telephone information (831-427-7713) for help making an appointment. Arriving later than 5 minutes after scheduled time may result in appointment cancellation. Walk-ins are welcome\, when openings are available. \nVisit the library’s Digital Learning webpage for more opportunites: https://www.santacruzpl.org/digitallearning \nWe look forward to helping you!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/in-person-tech-help-felton-3-2/
LOCATION:Felton Library\, 6121 Gushee Street\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Library Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T220417
CREATED:20240814T221540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T221540Z
UID:10034125-1737118800-1737122400@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Scrabble at La Selva Beach
DESCRIPTION:Scrabble La Selva Beach\nAugust 2 – November 15\, Fridays\, 1 – 2pm \n\nDid you know that  PACZKI is a round filled doughnut (23 points)?  Come test your vocabulary in a game of Scrabble at La Selva Beach Library. \nLa Selva Beach Library\, 316 Estrella Ave.\, LSB \nAre you a bridge player too?  The LSB Bridge Club is 10:30-12:00 on Fridays (except the 1st Friday of the month). \nQuestions? Call the La Selva Beach Library at 831-427-7710.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/scrabble-at-la-selva-beach/2025-01-17/
LOCATION:La Selva Beach Library\, 316 Estrella Avenue\, La Selva Beach\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Teen Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T220417
CREATED:20250102T190144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T190144Z
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SUMMARY:What To Do When Your Child Has a Hard Time Separating From You: Triple P Workshop for Parents
DESCRIPTION:What To Do When Your Child Has a Hard Time Separating From You\nFriday\, January 17\, 12:30 – 2pm \nThe Triple P – Positive Parenting Program is one of the most effective evidence-based parenting programs in the world\, backed by more than 35 years of ongoing research. \nTriple P gives parents simple and practical strategies to help them build strong\, healthy relationships\, confidently manage their children’s behavior\, and prevent problems from developing. \nThe topic for this month’s event is what to do when your child has difficulty separating from you.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/what-to-do-when-your-child-has-a-hard-time-separating-from-you-triple-p-workshop-for-parents/
LOCATION:Capitola Branch Library\, 2005 Wharf Road\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Parent Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T110000
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SUMMARY:Bring Your Own Book (BYOB)
DESCRIPTION:Bring Your Own Book (BYOB)\n3rd Fridays\, 11am – 12:30pm\, March 15 – December 20 \nJoin us at the Aptos Branch Library for an engaging and dynamic book group experience: Bring Your Own Book (BYOB).  \nThis innovative program encourages participants to bring along a book of their choice and share their thoughts\, insights\, and perspectives with fellow readers. Whether you’re passionate about fiction\, non-fiction\, classics\, or contemporary literature\, BYOB Book Group welcomes all genres and interests.  \nhttps://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/12055882 \nHow It Works: \n\nChoose Your Book: Select a book that you’ve recently read or have been wanting to discuss. It could be a novel\, biography\, memoir\, poetry collection\, or any other genre that interests you.\nBring Your Book: Arrive at the library with your chosen book in hand. Make sure it’s one you’re eager to share and discuss with others.\nEngage in Discussion: Once everyone has gathered\, participants will take turns sharing their thoughts on their chosen books. This could include favorite passages\, character analysis\, thematic elements\, personal connections\, and more.\nRespectful Exchange: Engage in respectful and open-minded discussions with fellow participants. Share your perspectives while also listening attentively to others’ viewpoints. This is a space for lively literary dialogue and exchange of ideas.\nDiscover New Reads: Explore a diverse range of books and genres through the recommendations and discussions of fellow participants. You might just find your next favorite read!\n\nWhether you’re a voracious reader or just starting to delve into the world of books\, Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) Book Group offers a welcoming and inclusive environment for lively literary discussions and discovery. Join us at the library and let’s celebrate the joy of reading together!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/bring-your-own-book-byob/2025-01-17/
LOCATION:Aptos Public Library\, 7695 Soquel Drive\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Library Special
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