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La Selva Beach Book Discussion Group
2023-04-26 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | La Selva Beach Library, 316 Estrella Avenue, La Selva Beach, CA, 95076, United States
La Selva Beach Book Discussion Group

2nd Thursdays, 10:30an – 12pm
The LSB Adult Book Discussion group meets on the second Thursday of the month from 10:30a to 12:00p. The group will meet virtually via Zoom during the remodel. All adults are welcome.
Registration required: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/7587480

Downtown Farmers Market 2022
2023-04-26 13:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Farmers Market, Cedar St & Lincoln St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
Downtown Farmers Market
Wednesdays, May – Oct 1 – 6pm; Nov – April 1 – 5pm
The Downtown Santa Cruz Market runs year-round on Wednesdays, 1-6pm May through October and 1-5pm November through April. Our largest and oldest market, it is situated in the heart of Downtown Santa Cruz, one block off of Pacific Avenue. Established in 1990, many of the farms that sell here were and remain pillars of the organic and ecological farming movement. This is the place to eat with the seasons! The variety of fruits, vegetables, flowers, pastured meats and other products is swoon worthy.
The Downtown Market also spotlights a large variety of up-and-coming, unique cultural food businesses. This weekly spot may serve up the most diverse selection of ethnic foods in the county including momo, naan and curry, Japanese fermented misos, Eritrean dishes, crepes, El Salvadorean pupusas, traditional Italian cookies, fish and chips and long-ferment fresh breads. Shopping at the Wednesday market is a wonderful way to support regional responsible farms and small local businesses. Fill your grocery bags! Then sit down for a delightful meal and rest your weary arms.

Get out and Explore! Outdoor Storytime
2023-04-26 13:30 - 14:30 | Felton Library, 6121 Gushee Street, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Join us for a special outdoor storytime and nature craft. This program will start in the Felton Discovery Park (located right next to the library). Kids and their caregivers are invited to sing songs and listen along to a special Storytime book in the sundial seating area in the adjacent Felton Nature Discovery Park. *REGISTRATION REQUIRED*

Princeton Review: Finding Your Dream Colleges
2023-04-26 17:30 - 19:30 | Capitola Branch Library, 2005 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
Princeton Review: Finding Your Dream Colleges
Wednesday, May 26, 5:30 – 7:30
Maybe you’ve just begun thinking about colleges. Or maybe you’ve already put together a list of potential schools that all look good for different reasons! How do you research and compare colleges to find the best fit for you?
The Princeton Review is partnering with the Santa Cruz Public Libraries to bring you a series of virtual webinars focused on college admissions preparedness and will provide the opportunity to get info and ask questions.
Want to participate, but don’t have a large screen? Join us at the Capitola Branch Library, 2005 Wharf Rd. We will be live streaming this workshop in the community room.
Registration required via Princeton Review for both virtual and in-person attendance. https://secure.princetonreview.com/event?PSOId=517514

Reading in the Redwoods Book Club
2023-04-26 18:00 | Virtual, CA, United States
Reading in the Redwoods
4th Wednesday, 6 – 7:30pm
Felton – Virtual Book Discussion
The book for June is The Red Tent, by Anita Diamant. The Red Tent is a reimagining of the story of Dinah, the only daughter of Jacob, the man who, according to the Bible wrestled an angel and won the name ‘Israel’ and whose 12 sons became the 12 tribes of Israel.
Reading in the Redwoods book group meets monthly on the 4th Wednesday at 6:00 pm. Registration is required to get the Zoom invite.
Registration is required. There are 8 seats available. https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/8993008
6121 Gushee Street

Grupo para familias con niños con necesidades especiales
2023-04-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Zoom, CA, United States
Grupo para familias con niños con necesidades especiales
Cada miércoles, del 26 de abril al 28 de junio, 6 – 8 pm
El programa Triple P Paso a Paso ofrece apoyo de crianza para padres y proveedores de cuidado para niños con necesidades especiales, tales como ADHD, Trastorno del Espectro Autista, Síndrome de Down y otros retrasos en el desarrollo. Asista a este grupo de 10 semanas para conocer a otras familias y aprender estrategias prácticas que le ayudarán a:
• Estimular el potencial y el desarrollo de su niño
• Enseñarle a su hijo nuevas habilidades y conductas
• Manejar el comportamiento disruptivo y los problemas de desarrollo que son comunes entre niños que tienen alguna discapacidad
• Fortalecer la relación con sus hijos y otros miembros de la familia
• Reducir el estrés y la soledad
Inscríbase: https://bit.ly/Grupo-Paso-a-Paso-Abr2023
Presentado en español por Zoom.
¿Tiene preguntas? Comuníquese con Gelacio González al (831) 776-7518 o gelacio@awindoconsulting.com
Este grupo virtual es gratis y está abierto a todas las familias con niños con necesidades especiales del condado de Santa Cruz.

NAMI Family Support Group ​for Parents/Caregivers of Youth
2023-04-26 18:30 - 20:00 | Zoom, CA, United States
NAMI Family Support Group ​for Parents/Caregivers of Youth (11-17)
2nd and 4th Wednesdays 6:30 – 8pm
Please join us for our upcoming free, drop-in support group for parents/caregivers of youth (11-17) with mental health challenges. Next group will be this Wednesday, June 22nd from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
We are in need of more facilitators to help continue this free, easily accessible, and educational support group.
Nami also offers a support group for Spanish speakers every Tuesday night from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m., for all loved ones of those with mental health challenges.
All parents or caregivers are encouraged to join – there does not need to be a formal diagnosis. Common themes of those who attend our support groups include caring for teens who experience depression and anxiety, substance abuse, outbursts of anger, and other challenges like mania, hallucinations, or paranoia.:30 -8pm
Please email me or call the Nami office at 831-824-0406 with any questions about our groups and/or using Zoom or if you are interested in being a facilitator.
https://www.namiscc.org/parentscaregivers-of-youth-11-17…
To attend our groups, please complete the registration form below. You will immediately receive an email with the Zoom link. You will only need to do this once, and will be able to use the same link for all Parents/Caregivers of Youth support groups moving forward.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Dads Support Group
2023-04-26 19:00 - 20:00 | RC Fam Center, 1205 Freedom Bl #B3, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Dads Support Group
Wednesdays 7 – 8pm

Join us in this group of fathers where you will find a community to share the challenges and joys of being a father. The topics covered will be guided according to the needs and interests of the parents. The group will be relaxed, confidential, and facilitated by a dad who is a member of the community.

Acompáñenos a este grupo de papás donde encontrará comunidad para compartir los retos y gozos de ser padre. Los temas tratados serán guiados según las necesidades e intereses de los papás. El grupo será relajado, confidencial y facilitado por un papá que es miembro de la comunidad.

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds
2023-04-27 08:00 - 20:00, 2023-04-28 08:00 - 20:00, 2023-04-29 08:00 - 20:00, 2023-04-30 08:00 - 20:00 | Santa Cruz County, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Monterey Bay Festival of Birds
Thursday – Saturday, October 13 – 15

The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We are forever grateful to the loyal attendees, field trip leaders, workshop presenters, keynote speakers, local businesses, government municipalities, local non-profit organizations, and an army of volunteers who have helped to put on the festival throughout the years.
Monterey Bay has a unique natural landscape and a diversity of birds. We want to continue to highlight the magnificence of our region and create a hub where people of all backgrounds feel included and eager to explore the magical world of birds. You can look forward to interactive workshops and field trip options throughout the many communities of Monterey Bay. This festival will be full of fun community connections, food, music, and a keynote speaker.

Check out this amazing schedule: https://www.birdschoolproject.org/3day-festival-schedule

The Art of Nature
2023-04-28, 2023-04-29 | Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
The Art of Nature
March 11 – May 14, Tuesday – Friday| 11am – 4pm; Saturday – Sunday | 10am – 5pm

Scientific illustration brings to life the wonders of nature, from diminutive sea slugs to vast habitats. Explore the beauty and fine details of the world around us in the special exhibit featuring works from over 40 local artists in a variety of mediums, all sure to inspire curiosity and deepen connections with science and nature.
The Museum has been exhibiting science illustration since 1989 and this beloved annual show is guaranteed to appeal to lovers of both science and art.
Adults: $4
Seniors (60+): $2
College Students: $2
Youth (under 18): Free
Members: Free
Admission is free the First Friday of every month.

Dive into our beloved ‘The Art of Nature’ exhibit, an annual celebration of scientific illustration. Featuring artwork from 46 local artists across various mediums, this exhibit brings the wonders of nature to life in remarkable detail.

This year’s showcase is one you won’t want to miss!

Learn more: https://loom.ly/qnLtC_Q

Make and Explore Live Oak Library
2023-04-28 15:00 - 16:30 | Live Oak Library, 2380 Portola Drive, Live Oak, CA, 95062, United States
Make and Explore Live Oak Library
Fridays, 3 – 4:30pm through April 28

Every week we will have a new project idea for you to build or explore. Projects will include Science, Arts & Crafts, Model building, and Exploration of the environment around us.
Please allow at least 30 minutes to complete a project.
Children under 7 yrs old will need an adult present to help them. Expect to get messy!

Friday Pet Food Pantry
2023-04-28 15:00 - 17:00 | SPCA, CA, United States
Friday Pet Food Pantry
Fridays 2-5pm
Just a friendly reminder that our Pet Food Pantry is still happening every Friday from 3-5pm!
Donate anytime!

Taller Triple P: Cómo ayudar a su hijo a lidiar con la intimidación
2023-04-28 17:30 - 19:00 | Zoom, CA, United States
Taller Triple P: Cómo ayudar a su hijo a lidiar con la intimidación
Friday, April 28, 5:30 – 7pm
Inscríbase: https://bit.ly/Intimidacion-28Abril
Asista a este taller virtual GRATIS de crianza para aprender:
• Cómo reconocer los diferentes tipos de intimidación
• Las razones más comunes por qué los niños intimidan a otros
• Qué puede hacer si su hijo está siendo acosado
Presentado EN ESPAÑOL por Zoom
¿Tiene preguntas? Comuníquese con Mayra Martinez por mayram@cbridges.org

PUFFS - Harry Potter Parody by All About Theatre
2023-04-28 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-04-29 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-04-29 19:00 - 21:00 | The Actor’s Theater, 1001 Center Street, Santa Cruz, 95060, United States
PUFFS – Harry Potter Parody by All About Theatre
Friday, April 28th – 7pm; Saturday April 29th – 2pm & 7pm
Friday, May 5th – 7pm; Saturday, May 6, 2pm & 7pm
All About Theatre proudly presents PUFFS: Harry Potter parody two-act play that will leave you rolling in your seats!
Live Performances: The Actor’s Theater
SYNOPSIS
The New York Times proclaims Puffs “A fast-paced romp through the ‘Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic.’ For Potterphiliacs who grew up alongside Potter and are eager to revisit that world, Puffs exudes a jovial, winking fondness for all things Harry!”
This clever and inventive play “never goes more than a minute without a laugh” (Nerdist) giving you a new look at a familiar adventure from the perspective of three potential heroes just trying to make it through a magic school that proves to be very dangerous for children. Alongside them are the Puffs, a group of well-meaning, loyal outsiders with a thing for badgers “who are so lovable and relatable, you’ll leave the theater wishing they were in the stories all along” (Hollywood Life). Their “hilariously heartfelt!” (Metro) and epic journey takes the classic story to new places and re-imagines what a boy wizard hero can be.
Puffs is not authorized, sanctioned, licensed or endorsed by J.K Rowling, Warner Bros. or any person or company associated with the Harry Potter books, films or play.

Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College
2023-04-29 08:00 | Cabrillo College, 6500 Soquel Drive, Room 450, Aptos, 95003, United States
Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College
Saturdays 8am-12pm, year round, rain or shine
Voted America’s Favorite Farmers Market in California
In 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.”
Market 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.
Additional Market Attractions
Professional sharpening services are available for knives and gardening tools year round.
Our other Markets: Carmel, Del Monte, Monterey

Westside Farmers Market
2023-04-29 09:00 - 13:00 | Westside Farmers Market, Mission St. Ext. and Western Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Westside Farmers Market
Saturdays 9am – 1pm, year round

The 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.
Foodies Unite
This 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.
With easy access and an abundance of free parking, this market makes for a convenient and celebratory Saturday morning outing.

Daughters & Sons of the Beach Ukele Jam
2023-04-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Beach behind Crow’s Nest, CA, United States
Daughters and Sons of the Beach Ukele Jam
Saturdays, 10am – 12pm

Strum Along every Saturday 10am -12pm, on the beach behind the Crow’s Nest
Upcoming Uke Song List
Strum Along every Wed 3:30 pm, on the beach behind the Crow’s Nest
Oldies but Goodies Movie Clips Search SOB old handouts

Sons of the Beach – Paul Ruiz – paulatthebeach@hotmail.com m

Fall Creek After Fire | Free Walk
2023-04-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
Fall Creek After Fire | Free Walk
Saturday, April 29, 10am – 12pm
Join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for a guided walk of the Fall Creek Unit of Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park in partnership with California State Parks and the Mountain Parks Foundation. We’ll explore how the landscape has responded to fire, from redwood trees to wildflowers, and banana slugs to birds, as well as consider the future of this landscape.
Please register space is limited.
Location details shared upon registration.
This series is part of the CZU Lightning Complex and Community Science Project. We will spend time learning about iNaturalist during the walks so that participants may help us track how landscapes respond to fire. Get started using iNaturalist. Walks will be led by State Park staff or docents.

Exploring the San Lorenzo River and Santa Margarita Groundwater Basin
2023-04-29 11:00 - 12:30 | Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, 101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Exploring the San Lorenzo River and Santa Margarita Groundwater Basin
Saturday, April 29, 11am – 12:30pm
Have you ever wondered how streams are still flowing in the late summer months here in the Santa Cruz Mountains? Or where our local water comes from and how it supports different native species?
During this 1.5 hour program, you will have the opportunity to answer these questions, meander down the San Lorenzo River, and learn more about the watershed, local groundwater, and the species that depend on them (including humans!). The class capacity is 15; please reserve your seat!
If you RSVP, but realize you will no longer be attending, please visit this link once again to remove yourself from the signup and create additional vacancies for others.
Meet at the Visitor Center. Program in partnership with Santa Margarita Groundwater Agency. For more information, please call the Henry Cowell Redwoods Visitor Center at (831)335-7077. Events made possible by Mountain Parks Foundation and California State Parks

Teddy Bear Clinic
2023-04-29 11:30 - 16:30 | Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery MOD, 1855 41st Ave #10, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
Teddy Bear Clinic
Saturdays 11:30am – 4:30pm, March 11 & April 29
Join the MOD for our oh-so-popular Teddy Bear Clinic created to help children cope with getting vaccinations. We’ve hosted this event before and it was a success!
Children are encouraged to bring their own stuffed animal to the event, where they will dress up in a lab coat; check-in their “patient;” use measuring tape to monitor the height of the patient; use a thermometer to check temperature; use the otoscope to look into the stuffed animal’s ears and eyes; use a needless syringe to give a vaccination; and finally bandage up their stuffed animal.
This low-stakes approach to vaccinations helps kids cope in a supportive environment.
The event is free to MOD members or with paid daily admission to the museum.

Enchanted Evening
2023-04-29 18:00 - 21:00 | Watsonville Community Room, 275 Main St, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Enchanted Evening
Saturday, April 29, 6 – 9pm
Children (ages 4 – 13) and their caregiver(s) are cordially invited to an Enchanted Evening on Sat., March 11. Put on your dancing shoes and enjoy live DJ tunes, take keepsake pictures in the photo booth, and celebrate the special bond you share. Dinner and refreshments are also included. Registration is now open at watsonvillerec.com or by phone at 831.768.3240.
https://www.cityofwatsonville.org/2421/Enchanted-Evening-Dance

Live Oak Farmers Market
2023-04-30 09:00 - 13:00 | Live Oak Farmers Market, 15th & Eastcliff Dr, Live Oak, CA, 95062, United States
Live Oak Farmers Market
Sundays 9am – 1pm year round
Started 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.

Market Match
Market 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.

Corralitos Farm & Garden Market
2023-04-30 11:00 - 15:00 | Corralitos Farm & Garden Market, 127 Hames Road, Corralitos, CA, 95076, United States
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.
Seasonally 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.
We have bakers that offer wonderful treats, along with a table full of beautiful potted flowers.
You may find expertly handmade natural soaps, and homemade jams and preserves.
The market is open to all of our friends and neighbors who grow anything from a garden to a good back yard fruit tree.
Open every Sunday 11am to 3pm, rain or shine, at the Corralitos Cultural Center, 127 Hames Road
For a booth we request a $5 donation to the CVREA, the non-profit who maintains the Corralitos Cultural Center.
Farm & Garden Market (including vendor inquiries)
Contact Wayne Miller: wayne@catalyst2001.com / (831) 724-1332

Family Power Boundary Skills for Ages 7 - 12 with Their Adults
2023-04-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom, CA, United States
Family Power Boundary Skills for Ages 7 – 12 with Their Adults
Sunday, April 30, 12 – 1
Boundary skills help people of all ages have more fun and fewer problems with people – including friends and family members!
