Community Day Free Admission! First Tuesdays, 9am - 5pm The first Tuesday of each month, Community Day, the Arboretum is open and free for visitors. See dates and times UC Santa Cruz Arboretum & Botanic Garden is open. NOTE: Due to limited parking at the Arboretum and the popularity of Community Day, we greatly encourage […]
Unlock the secrets of your mystery DNA matches! with speaker Kate Penny Howard Tuesday, February 4, 1pm Unlock the secrets of your mystery DNA matches in our program packed with strategies to identify elusive cousins, utilize valuable resources, and leave no stone unturned in your genealogical journey. Join speaker Kate Penny at the Downtown Branch […]
The Art of Listening Seminar Tuesday, January 28, 4:30pm “We have two ears and one mouth so that we can listen twice as much as we speak.”The Art of Listening is an interactive two-part seminar providing practical advice on creating and sustaining harmony in daily life through effective communication. Good communication is achieved not through […]
A great selection of local artisan foodstuffs, delicious baked goods, and currently many unique, high quality options for grab-and-go lunch and dinner.
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 […]
Mountain Community Theater 2025 Programs Season Pass March 21 - December 14 Season tickets are available for Mountain Community Theater’s 2025 season, marking 43 years of bringing quality productions to Santa Cruz and the San Lorenzo Valley. It’s a season that reminds us how fate, intrigue, friendship, secrets and change can lead to the precious […]
Tai Chi in the Library Thursdays, 10-11am, January 2 - April 17 Are you ready to experience the ancient art of Tai Chi amidst the serene ambiance of your local library? What is Tai Chi? Tai Chi is a gentle, flowing martial art that originated in ancient China. It's known for its graceful movements, deep […]
Super Tots Winter Sports Ages 3 to 5 Ben Lomond Wednesdays 4-4:45pm, Session Start Days: Dec 4, Jan 8, Feb 5, Mar 5, April 2 Thursdays 3-3:45pm, Session Start Days: Join us for fun and active Super Winter Tots sports! The Santa Cruz County Parks Department is excited to offer our indoor Super Tots winter […]
Pokemon at Live Oak Annex Thursdays 3-5pm, January 23 - May 8 Informal drop-in. Join us at Live Oak Annex to play pokemon. Ages 6-11 Bring your decks and get ready to see who is the Poke Master! No trades allowed unless parents are present. For more information please call 831-427-7713
Jeri Ross will be discuss her deeply personal memoir “See You in the Sky: A Memoir of Prison, Possibility and Peace” Thursday, February 6, 7pm Welcome local author Jeri Ross for an author visit event in the Ow Family Community Room. Ross will be discussing her deeply personal memoir “See You in the Sky: A […]
Movement and Dance for Preschoolers! Fridays 10:15 - 10:45am, January 10, February 7, March 7 Children aged 3-5 are invited to come dance at the Scotts Valley Library! The library is partnering with local dance school Agape Dance Academy to offer a special monthly program where kids are taught mindfulness through movement and dance. Kids […]
Little Discoverer Infant/Toddler Fridays Fridays 10:30-11am Make Fridays memorable with the Museum of Discovery's Infant Toddler Class—a fantastic blend of play, exploration, and social experiences. Located in the party room programming changes weekly offering magical experiences for you and your child. Free with daily admission and no pre-registration required Ages 0-3 years Join us and […]
Baby Time and Stay and Play Capitola Fridays, through July 25, 11am-12pm Baby Story Time features songs, rhymes, stories, and lap play designed to help babies develop early literacy skills. This program is designed for children ages birth to two and their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! After Baby Time, stay for Stay & […]
New Support Group Stillbirth & Infant Loss Support Join us on the 1st and 3rd Friday, 11am - 12:30pm, beginning June 17 This support group is for parents who have experienced stillbirth or early infant loss. Our group is here to provide support and connection to parents as we know losing a baby can be […]
Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) 3rd Fridays, 11am - 12:30pm, March 15 - December 20 Join us at the Aptos Branch Library for an engaging and dynamic book group experience: Bring Your Own Book (BYOB). This innovative program encourages participants to bring along a book of their choice and share their thoughts, insights, and perspectives […]
