BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Santa Cruz Parent - ECPv6.7.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://santacruzparent.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Santa Cruz Parent REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T000000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143505 CREATED:20241005T183710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241005T183710Z UID:10036507-1729900800-1729900800@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Saturday Ceramics at The Art Factory DESCRIPTION:Saturday Ceramics at The Art Factory\n\nSaturdays\, 10-11:30am\, October 5 – November 2 \nIt’s that time of year again! \nJoin us for “Saturday Ceramics” at The Art Factory and dive into the fun of making ceramic gourds and pumpkins. Saturday Ceramics Drop-in sessions are back with a new and improved format! 1.5 hour classes that include clay\, day-of glazing and firing so you can complete your project in just one session.  \nPerfect for all ages! \nBring a date\, bring a friend\, or make new ones at the table during this fall-themed\, creative experience. \n\n\n\n\n\n​If you would like to arrange a private party for your group please visit the Contact page. URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/saturday-ceramics-at-the-art-factory/2024-10-26/ LOCATION:Art Factory Studios\, 7960 Soquel Dr.\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Classes,Date Night,Family Events,Holidays,Teen Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/art-factory-ceramics-2024-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241026 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241027 DTSTAMP:20260403T143505 CREATED:20240626T021158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T235300Z UID:10032490-1729900800-1729987199@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Capitola Plein Air Annual Art Festival 2024 DESCRIPTION:Capitola Plein Air Annual Art Festival\nMonday – Sunday\, October 21 – 27 \n\nJoin Capitola’s Plein Air\, annual arrt ffestival\, a juried art competition\, exhibition\, and sale. It is a FREE event\, with hands-on art-making for all visitors\, live music\, and forty local and regional artists selling their works and competing for the top prize. \nDozens of professional artists will paint en plein air in varied mediums\, outdoors\, throughout Capitola\, at locations including New Brighton Beach\, Depot Hill\, the Esplanade\, and the Jewel Box. \nThe Exhibition and Art Sale is on Sunday\, October 27th\, from 11am—4pm\, New Brighton Middle School. more than 100 framed paintings will be on display for the competition\, exhibition and sale. The public is invited to vote for the People’s Choice Award! \nThe best in show will be purchased for $1\,800\, and displayed as part of the City of Capitola’s public art collection. A $1000 second place prize and other ribbons will be awarded. \nThis event is FREE to the public. All are welcome! (But come prepared to purchase and collect a piece of Capitola Art and Culture if you are inspired!) \n\n\n\n2024 Event Schedule\n\nMonday\, October 21 – Artists arrive and check-in. Painting begins! Keep an eye out for easels set up throughout Capitola as artists begin to capture the beauty of our landscape. \nTues\, Oct 22- Sat\, Oct 25 – Artists will be painting throughout Capitola including New Brighton Beach\, Depot Hill\, the Esplanade\, and the Jewel Box. \nFriday\, Oct 25 – 10:00AM—2:00PM\, All artists are required to paint during this time. The public is invited to view those artists in action! We’ll have a booth set up in the Esplanade near Capitola Beach with a map that shows where all the artists plan to paint that day. Come say hello! \nExhibition – Sunday\, Oct 27\, 11am—4pm\, Exhibition & Art Sale at New Brighton Middle School – More than 100 framed paintings will be on display for the competition\, exhibition\, and sale. The public is invited to vote for the People’s Choice Award. URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/capitola-plein-air-annual-art-festival-2/2024-10-26/ LOCATION:Capitola Village\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Family Events,Festivals,Free Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/capitola-plein-air-pastel-motel.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241026 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241027 DTSTAMP:20260403T143505 CREATED:20240912T015339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T015806Z UID:10036239-1729900800-1729987199@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Capitola Plein Air Annual Art Festival 2024 DESCRIPTION:Capitola Plein Air Annual Art Festival\nMonday – Sunday\, October 21 – 27 \n\nJoin Capitola’s Plein Air\, annual arrt ffestival\, a juried art competition\, exhibition\, and sale. It is a FREE event\, with hands-on art-making for all visitors\, live music\, and forty local and regional artists selling their works and competing for the top prize. \nDozens of professional artists will paint en plein air in varied mediums\, outdoors\, throughout Capitola\, at locations including New Brighton Beach\, Depot Hill\, the Esplanade\, and the Jewel Box. \nThe Exhibition and Art Sale is on Sunday\, October 27th\, from 11:00pm—4:00pm\, New Brighton Middle School. More than 100 framed paintings will be on display for the competition\, exhibition and sale. The public is invited to vote for the People’s Choice Award! \nThe best in show will be purchased for $1\,800\, and displayed as part of the City of Capitola’s public art collection. A $1000 second place prize and other ribbons will be awarded. \nThis event is FREE to the public. All are welcome! (But come prepared to purchase and collect a piece of Capitola Art and Culture if you are inspired!) URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/capitola-plein-air-annual-art-festival-3/2024-10-26/ LOCATION:Capitola Village\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Family Events,Free Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/capitola-plein-air-pastel-motel.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T080000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143505 CREATED:20200622T004406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T012658Z UID:10016647-1729929600-1729929600@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/2024-10-26/ LOCATION:Cabrillo College\, 6500 Soquel Drive\, Room 450\, Aptos\, 95003\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events,Farmers Markets & Farms ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/aptos-farmers-market-cabrillo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143505 CREATED:20241005T144333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241005T144333Z UID:10036503-1729929600-1729962000@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:National Junior Basketball Santa Cruz Chapter for Kids in K-12 DESCRIPTION:National Junior Basketball Santa Cruz Chapter\nRegistration Open through Sunday\, October 27 \nJoin the Santa Cruz Chapter of the National Junior Basketball for Kids K-12. \n\n\n\n\n\nAnyone in the neighborhood interested in youth basketball? The Santa Cruz chapter of National Junior Basketball is kicking off the 2024-2025 season.\nThis is the league’s third year and it’s a great program for young players.\n\nhttps://santa-cruz-njb.sportngin.com/register/form/903791412\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeague Details \nGrades K-12 \n8 Regular Season Games\n2-Game League Finals Tournament\n2-Game Championship Series Tournament \nFull NJB Uniform\nNJB Basketball\nLeague Insurance\nGames Played Indoors\nPaid High Quality Scorekeepers \nCertified Paid Referees\nPicture Day\nWebsite and Online Schedules\nAwards For Top Teams\nNJB Membership\nBoys and Girls Divisions\nFriendly and Background Checked Staff\nCoach Package for Volunteer Head Coaches \n*Indoor Practice Time Requires Team Sponsorship\n\nImportant Dates: \nRegistration Closes – Monday\, October 28\, 2024\nPlayer Evaluations – Saturday and Sunday\, November 2 and 3\, 2024\nTeam Practices – Saturdays\, Beginning November 9\, 2024 \nPractices:  Saturdays at Live Oak Elementary \nHome Games:  Sundays at Shoreline Middle School \nAway Games:  Sundays will be at Hollister\, Gilroy\, Los Gatos\, or the San Jose area \nOpening Day – Sunday\, November 17\, 2024\nSeason Finals – Sunday\, February 2\, 2025\nChampionship Series – TBD\nAll-Star Tournaments – TBD \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister: https://santa-cruz-njb.sportngin.com/register/form/903791412\n\n\n\nhttps://www.facebook.com/santacruznjb URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/national-junior-basketball-santa-cruz-chapter-for-kids-k-12/2024-10-26/ LOCATION:Live Oak Elementary School\, 1916 Capitola Re\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States CATEGORIES:Sports & Races,Teen Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/njb-winter-basketball-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="National Junior Basketball Santa Cruz Chapter":MAILTO:santacruz@njbl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143505 CREATED:20241009T015713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T022026Z UID:10036557-1729929600-1729962000@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:MOD's Magical Halloween Wizarding Adventure DESCRIPTION:MOD’s Magical Halloween Wizarding Adventure\nOctober 25\, 26\, 28\, 30\, 31\, Mondays & Wednesdays – Saturdays\, 10am-5pm\n \nJoin MOD’s magical\, halloween\, wizarding adventure. \nEnter a world of spellbinding wonder where you can send letters via Owl Post\, master the art of potion making\, fly through a game of Quidditch\, embark on a wizardly scavenger hunt\, and craft your own magical creations. \nAll FREE with museum admission \nWizards\, witches\, and muggles welcome & costumes are encouraged! \nCheck our website for updated programming schedules: https://www.sccmod.org/fun \nWe offer annual memberships\, monthly memberships\, and 10-pass punch cards. Click here to become a member\, or call 831-316-5200 to inquire about our new punch cards. \nDaily Tickets: \n\nAll non-member adults & children: $10​\n1/2-price grandparents/senior on Wednesdays: $5\nMuseums for All (with EBT card): $3\nChildren under 1: Free\nAll members: Free\n\n\n​\n  URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/mods-magical-halloween-wizarding-adventure/2024-10-26/ LOCATION:Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery MOD\, 1855 41st Ave #10\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Family Events,Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/mod-halloween-owl-mail-e1728438398845.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Children's Museum of Discovery (MOD)":MAILTO:contactus@sccmod.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143505 CREATED:20200621T233339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T023625Z UID:10038354-1729933200-1729947600@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/2024-10-26/ LOCATION:Westside Farmers Market\, Mission St. Ext. and Western Dr\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events,Farmers Markets & Farms ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/westside-farmers-market.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Farmers Markets":MAILTO:info@santacruzfarmersmarket.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241027T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T143505 CREATED:20240921T234922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T235239Z UID:10036316-1729933200-1730048400@santacruzparent.com SUMMARY:Thomas & Percy’s Halloween Party DESCRIPTION:Thomas & Percy’s Halloween Party\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturdays & Sundays 9am-5pm\, October 12-13\, 19-20\, 26-27 \n\n\n\nReady for a day of family fun? Thomas the Tank Engine and Percy are rolling into Felton\, CA\, bringing a world of adventure right to your doorstep!\n\n\nDon’t miss out on a train ride with Thomas the Tank Engine\, interactive games and activities for all ages\, and a full day of family fun!\n\n\n\nTickets are selling quickly! Grab your tickets now and be a part of this unforgettable