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 […]
Birds and Blooms Tour Tuesdays 9:15am, July 29, August 5 & 12 Birds and Blooms tours are back for the summer! Bird language coach Jeff Caplan is just back from travels and will lead Arboretum tours about South Africa and Australia. These tours are kid and family friendly, bilingual in English and Spanish. There will […]
You Can Paint! Tuesdays, 10 am to 1 pm, and 2 pm to 5 pm through August Learn to paint in a fun, friendly setting — our beautiful classroom space at Palace Art. You can paint any subject that interests you. I’ve got lots of images for you to choose from, if you’re looking for […]
Virtual Author Talk with Smithsonian Biologist Jay Falk Tuesday, August 5, 11am - 12pm The Stories, Science, and History of Birds with Smithsonian Biologist Jay Falk Delve into the fascinating world of birds through astonishing photography and clear explanations in this absorbing global guide, The Bird Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Birds. Birds are […]
You Can Paint! Tuesdays, 10 am to 1 pm, and 2 pm to 5 pm through August Learn to paint in a fun, friendly setting — our beautiful classroom space at Palace Art. You can paint any subject that interests you. I’ve got lots of images for you to choose from, if you’re looking for […]
National Night Out Tuesday, August 5, 3 - 7pm Join us on August 5 for National Night Out! Free community celebration for the whole family! Come for the food, raffle resources, games, entertainment, and more as we celebrate our community together! Pinto Lake County Park
A great selection of local artisan foodstuffs, delicious baked goods, and currently many unique, high quality options for grab-and-go lunch and dinner.
Capitola Twilight Concerts Wednesdays 6pm, June 11 - August 27 Join us for the Capitola Twilight Concerts are hosted on Wednesday evenings during the summer months. All concerts begin at 6 p.m.and take place at the Esplanade bandstand in Capitola Village. These free events are made possible by the generousity of our sponsors. June 11 […]
Encouraging Creativity Workshop Wednesday, August 6, 6 – 7:30 pm FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN UP TO 12 YEARS OLD Attend this FREE parenting workshop to learn: -How participating in art, music, dance, drama and other creative activities promotes children’s learning, development, and well-being. -Tips for encouraging children to express their creativity through different activities. Presented […]
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: […]
Mah Jongg Club - Hong Kong Style Thursdays, 2 - 4pm, through December 18 Welcome players of all levels - the experienced and the newly curious! Connect with fellow Mahjong enthusiasts and build a supportive community. Share experiences, exchange tips, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow learners. I host a Beginner's Learning Table EVERY week, […]
Encouraging Creativity Workshop Thursday, August 7, 6 – 7:30pm FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN UP TO 12 YEARS OLD Attend this FREE parenting workshop to learn: -How participating in art, music, dance, drama and other creative activities promotes children’s learning, development, and well-being. -Tips for encouraging children to express their creativity through different activities. Presented IN […]
Marinelli Brothers Circus Thursday, August 7, 7pm All dates: Thursday-Saturday, August 7-9 & 14-16; Sunday-Monday, August 10-11 & 17-18 Several time options: afternoons and evenings Tickets Northridge Mall, 796 Northridge Dr, Salinas Step right up and experience the magic of Marinelli Brothers.Circus – A New Experience, dazzling audiences in Salinas August 7 - 18! This […]
Parent Nest A Guided Play and Connection Series Fridays 10am, August 1 - November 21 Session 1 August 8, 15, 22, 29th Session 2 September 5, 12, 19, 26 Session 3 October 3, 10, 17, 24th Session 4 October 31st, November 7, 14, 21st Fall cohorts now enrolling... Parenting is better together! If those early […]
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 […]
