3D Printer Design Club for Teens
2025-03-08 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066, United States
3D Printer Design Club for Teens
Saturday, March 8, 10 – 11:30am

Have you ever wanted to learn how to create your own 3D printable designs? Join us to learn the art of 3D designing in a collaborative atmosphere of your peers. Once finished, designs will be printed and available for the designer at the next meeting.

A limited number of laptops will be available with the necessary software installed, and students are encouraged to bring their own laptops if possible.

This program is intended for teens/preteens 12 – 18 years, but parents are welcome to join. A limited number of laptops will be available with the necessary software installed, and students are encouraged to bring their own laptops if possible.
Light snacks and beverages will be provided.

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WPENS Open House
2025-03-08 10:00 - 12:00 | WPENS, 250 California St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
WPENS Open House
Saturday, March 8, 10am – 12pm
Westside Parent Education Nursery School (WPENS) is having an open house for 2025-2026 prospective families!
WPENS is a school for families. Since 1970, WPENS has been providing a sense of community that supports your whole family, valuable social skills for your child, learning through play and incredible parenting seminars and speakers. Our non-profit parent cooperative has been an integral part of Santa Cruz offering quality education to both child and parent.
You, as a parent, are able to support your child learning valuable life skills of sharing, conflict management, and cooperation. Parent or caregiver involvement in the school provides a higher adult to child ratio and a lower tuition cost.
Come check out our awesome new space inside the United Methodist Church of Santa Cruz at 250 California St.

Gabby's Dollhouse Meowseum Discovery Days at MOD
2025-03-08 10:00 - 17:00 | Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery MOD, 1855 41st Ave #10, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
Gabby’s Dollhouse Meowseum Discovery Days at MOD
Saturdays 10am – 5pm, February 8 and 15, March 8 and 15

We’re paws-itively excited to be part of Gabby’s Dollhouse Meowseum Discovery Days in partnership with DreamWorks & ACM.
Enjoy our extra sparkly painting class at 10:30am, pounce into a meow-gical scavenger hunt, enjoy purr-fectly fun crafts and more!
It’s going to be a paw-some good time!

2025 Santa Cruz County STEAM Expo
2025-03-08 10:30 - 15:00 | Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, 2601 East Lake Avenue, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
2025 Santa Cruz County STEAM Expo
Saturday, March 8, 10:30am – 3pm
Community members of all ages are invited to attend the Santa Cruz County STEAM Expo! This event includes the traditional Science Fair competition alongside performances and an interactive expo with industry representatives, community partners, and hands-on activities.
The STEAM Expo takes place at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds.
STEAM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics. Organized by the Santa Cruz County Office of Education, the STEAM Expo aims to provide even more opportunities for students to showcase their STEAM interests and abilities of all kinds. It is also intended to foster career exploration and facilitate deeper connections between students, educators, and industry and community partners.
EVENT DETAILS
PROGRAM:
Science & Engineering Projects – Harvest Building, Open to the public: 11:30 a.m-1 p.m.; 1:30-3 p.m.
Interactive Expo – Crosetti Building. Open to the public: 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Exhibitors:

Aptos High Science
Blue Robotics
Cabrillo Maker Space
California Department of Water Resources (DWR)
Community Music School of Santa Cruz
Diamond Technology Institute Beast Battle Showcase
Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve
Farm-ng
FIRST Robotics
Joby Aviation
Mathnasium
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
Monterey Institute for Research in Astronomy
Resource Area For Teaching (RAFT)
ROV Tour: Underwater Robotics Adventures

ROV Tour: Underwater Robotics AdventuresSan Jose Astronomical Association
Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery
Santa Cruz County 4-H Youth Program
Santa Cruz County Office of Education Tech+ & PVUSD Tech ToSAs
Santa Cruz High School Computer Club
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
Santa Cruz Public Libraries, Aptos Branch
SLV STEAM
Soquel High School Chemistry Class
Spring Hill Elementary School
Sprout Up
Ventana Wildlife Society
WHS-ESNR (Environmental Science and Natural Resources Academy)
X Academy
Youth Artists Taking Action Sticker Booth

Performing Arts – Fine Arts Building: 1:15 – 2:30pm
Aptos High School Choir – Director Jessalynn Levine
Community Music School Teen Band – Director Conall Barber
El Sistema with Estrellas de Esperanza – Conductor Amalia Diaz and Camilo Ortiz & Director Ruby Vasquez
Estrellas de Esperanza – Director Ruby Vasquez
Pajaro Valley High School Ballet Folklorico – Director Gabe Johns Robledo
Science & Engineering Fair Awards Ceremony – Fine Arts Building: 3 – 4pm

MOD's Teddy Bear Clinic
2025-03-08 11:00 - 16:00 | Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery MOD, 1855 41st Ave #10, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
MOD’s Teddy Bear Clinic
Saturday, April 12, 11:30am – 4:30pm

Check-ups are fun, not a bore, keep your teddy healthy to the core!

Does your teddy bear have a mysterious tummy ache? Did your unicorn lose a horn in a daring adventure?

It’s time for a check-up at MOD’s Teddy Bear Clinic.

Bring your favorite teddy bear or stuffy and come play doctor alongside Cabrillo College Nurses in training. Make sure your fuzzy friend is feeling ‘paws’-itively great.

Teddy bear clinics help children feel more comfortable with medical environments by reducing fear and anxiety through playful role-play. They educate kids about their bodies and health care while fostering empathy, social skills, and a positive attitude toward health. By empowering children with a sense of control over medical situations, these clinics make future visits less stressful while encouraging healthy habits.

It’s a perfect family fun event in Santa Cruz!

Low Income Medi-cal families who bring a child to our teddy bear clinics will receive a free Otter 841 stuffy & a FREE year-long membership to MOD!Families must have one adult currently enrolled in Medi-cal to be eligible.

Watsonville Teen Artist Showcase
2025-03-08 11:00 - 16:00, 2025-03-09 11:00 - 16:00 | Porter Building, 280 Main Street, Watsonville, CA, 95076
Watsonville Teen Artist Showcase
Fridays 2-4pm, Saturdays & Sundays 11am-4pm, March 8 – March 23

Celebrate the next generation of artists!

The Watsonville Teen Artist Showcase features incredible work by talented students from local schools including Aptos High School, Ceiba College Prep Academy, Diamond Tech Institute, Pajaro Valley High School, St. Francis High School, Watsonville High School.

Join us March 8 – March 23 at the Porter Building!

Don’t miss the Opening Reception on Friday, March 14, 5-7pm!

Enjoy an evening of art, refreshments, and a special screening of Strawberry Picker, a film celebrating farmworkers and the art of Juan Fuentes.
All ages welcome!

Board Games and More in Felton Branch Library
2025-03-08 12:00 - 17:00 | Felton Library, 6121 Gushee Street, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Are You Game? Board Games and More in Felton Branch Library
2nd Saturdays, February 8 – December 13, 12 – 5pm
Adults need playtime, too! Come play some new or old favorite board games. Bring your favorite board game or play some of the library’s games. No prior gaming experience is necessary. This program is for adults 18+. We will meet every second Saturday of the month in the Community Room at Felton Branch Library.

Science Saturdays
2025-03-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery – MOD, 1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
Science Saturdays

Saturdays 1 – 2pm

Join us every Saturday from 3 – 4:30pm for fun and interactive science adventures at the Children’s Museum of Discovery!
Each week, we’ll bring learning to life through engaging science lessons, followed by hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and curiosity for all. From exciting experiments to interactive demos, Science Saturday is a great way for the whole family to explore the wonders of science together!
This weekly event is free with museum admission, and it’s the perfect opportunity to make science both fun and educational.
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Mod is open: Monday and Wednesday – Saturday, 10am-5pm
Daily Tickets:

All non-member adults & children: $10, half-price grandparents/senior on Wednesdays: $5
Museums for All (with EBT card): $3
Children under 1: Free
All members: Free
We offer annual memberships, monthly memberships, and 10-pass punch cards.
Click here to become a member
Call 831-316-5200 to inquire about our new punchcard.

READ program with Ziggy the mini
2025-03-08 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-09 13:00 - 15:00 | A ranch in Watsonville
READ program with Ziggy the mini
One hour Sessions, 1pm and 2pm, on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, beginning November 30 and December 1

READ 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.
From 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.
Since reading is a gateway to accessing information, students will likely improve in all subject areas.
In addition, their self esteem will begin to soar as they gain confidence with each reading session.
Lastly, 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 🙂

Where: 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.
Lisa 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. 😉

When: For availability, more information and directions, text Lisa at (831) 227-9847

Paint and Play Saturdays
2025-03-08 15:00 - 16:30 | Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery – MOD, 1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
Paint and Play Saturdays
Saturdays 10:30am

Unleash creativity and have a blast with colors at MOD’s Paint & Play!
Recommended for ages 4 and up, this informal class is perfect for anyone who can independently use a paintbrush. Learn a variety of fun painting techniques, from basic strokes to more advanced styles, while letting your imagination run wild as you create unique and colorful masterpieces!
No pre-registration required
Free with museum admission

Mod is open: Monday and Wednesday – Saturday, 10am-5pm
Daily Tickets:

All non-member adults & children: $10, half-price grandparents/senior on Wednesdays: $5
Museums for All (with EBT card): $3
Children under 1: Free
All members: Free
We offer annual memberships, monthly memberships, and 10-pass punch cards.
Click here to become a member
Call 831-316-5200 to inquire about our new punchcard.

An intentional gathering designed to help process the challenges of life as a mom
2025-03-08 15:00 - 17:00 | Monarch Pilates, 4125 Portola Dr., Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
Mom Parts Salon: An intentional gathering designed to help process the challenges of life as a mom
Saturday, March 8, 3 – 5pm
Hi Santa Cruz area moms!
Enjoy a guided 5 step process to gain clarity, self compassion and acceptance of all your “parts.” If you’ve seen the Pixar film Inside Out, you’re acquainted with the idea of having multiple parts inside of you who feel and believe and react in wildly different ways. For moms, this can often look like Rage, Panic, Resentment and Supermom parts. Motherhood is a rough gig and moms need more emotional support.
Will you join me, Jessica Tomich Sorci, LMFT (specialist in IFS and motherhood) for an in-person Mom Parts Salon at Monarch Pilates on March 8th?
Working with our Mom Parts within a group setting is an incredible opportunity to learn about why you react the way you do and the wisdom of your system of parts. The 5-step process I created will help you deepen self-compassion and make sense of the parts of you that scare you – and the ones you don’t like – and the ones who are exhausted and ready to throw in the towel. There is hope.
You can stay completely private OR share aloud with the group – either way, I’m certain you’ll gain new insights and maybe even make a friend.

Bay Nature's Bioblitz at UCSC
2025-03-09 08:00 - 17:00 | CA
Bay Nature’s Bioblitz at UCSC
Saturday, March 15, from 10am-1pm
Attention Santa Cruz community members! Join Bay Nature and UC Santa Cruz staff for a bioblitz on Saturday, March 15, from 10am-1pm on UC Santa Cruz’s Campus.
Attendees will learn how to use the iNaturalist app on their phones to identify local wildlife, then explore and observe nature in the area at their leisure.
Register here »
Join Bay Nature Magazine and UC Santa Cruz staff for a bioblitz on Saturday, March 15, from 10am – 1pm on UC Santa Cruz’s Campus. Attendees can check in at our table anytime between 10:00am and 1:00pm to learn how to use their phones to identify local wildlife. After checking in, attendees can explore and observe nature in the area at their leisure. Click here for a link to our iNaturalist project. This is a free event open to the general public. All ages are welcome to attend. Come explore local nature and learn how to identify the plants and animals you see!
Click here for a Google Maps link for where to meet up, at the top of the North Perimeter Parking lot at the Heller Dr. Trailhead.
Meet your event leaders:
Alex Jones is the UC Santa Cruz Campus Natural Reserve manager and works to support UCSC student and faculty engagement in education, research, and stewardship outside on UCSC’s beautiful campus.
Lia Keener is Bay Nature’s event coordinator and previous outreach fellow. She loves hiking and doing nature-inspired art.
Event location: UC Santa Cruz Upper Campus
Meet up location: Top of the North Perimeter Parking lot at the Heller Dr. Trailhead. North Perimeter Parking Lot 150, Heller Drive, Santa Cruz, California 95064.Where can you go? After checking in at the table, you can choose your own adventure along the Upper Campus fire road network. Hike lengths can vary from 0.25 mile to 5+ miles depending on your interests. UCSC Upper Campus Fire Road map.
Parking: North Perimeter Parking Lot 150 (link). Please park as close to the top of the parking lot as possible. Parking is free on the weekends.
Hike difficulty: Dependent on where you choose to bioblitz. Easy to moderate. Terrain ranges from flat ground to gently to steeply sloped areas. Certain trails have exposed roots and more variable terrain.
Weather note: This event is a rain or shine event, as long as conditions remain safe. If there is rain forecasted, please check your email inbox in the days leading up to the event.
Access to restrooms and water: Please bring your own water. Bathrooms are located outside of Baskin Engineering, by the outdoor stairwell, approximately a 8-10 minute walk from the top of the North Perimeter Parking Lot.
What to bring? Water, sunscreen, fully charged smart phone with the iNaturalist app installed. Please make a free account prior to arriving. No prior iNaturalist experience is required.
What is a bioblitz? A bioblitz is an event where participants record as many species as possible within a designated location and time period. We’ll use the iNaturalist app to record our observations of the park’s wildlife, plants, fungi and more.
Why participate? Participating in bioblitzes connects you with local nature and with each other, and it also provides useful data for scientists! iNaturalist data has been used in more than 4,000 research papers, and its users have identified new species.
Other notes: Bring a water bottle, warm layers, snacks, and sun protection. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. No dogs are allowed at Bay Nature events or on the UC Santa Cruz campus. All minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the entirety of the hike.
Photo © Cricket Raspet, some rights reserved (CC-BY) via iNaturalist

Live Oak Farmers Market
2025-03-09 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.

Downtown Antique Faire
2025-03-09 09:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Santa Cruz, Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, 95060
Downtown Antique Faire

2nd Sundays, 9am – 5pm

The Santa Cruz Antique Faire is on the 2nd Sunday of every month from 8am-5pm.
Vendors offer an eclectic blend of antiques and unique items, vintage clothing, collectibles and more!
Visit the Antique Faire on Lincoln Street between Pacific and Cedar.
Interested in vendor space? Call (831) 476-6940

March is Hummingbird Month at the UCSC Arboretum & Botanical Garden
2025-03-09 09:00 - 18:00, 2025-03-10 09:00 - 18:00 | UCSC Arboretum, 120 Arboretum Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064, United States
March is Hummingbird Month at the UCSC Arboretum & Botanical Garden
Daily in March
This time of year the Arboretum hosts both Anna’s and Allen’s hummingbirds, the two most common species in Northern California. “The density of hummingbirds—the number per area in the Arboretum—is ridiculously high,” says Bruce Lyon, professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at UCSC. “You can watch them feeding on ﬂowers, you can watch their courtship, you can watch them chasing different species. It’s a great opportunity to see some pretty amazing hummingbird biology.”
In celebration of this special time of year, we invite you to visit the garden as much as possible!
See our webpage for a schedule of activities and more information about hummingbirds and the abundance of plants at the Arboretum that attract them.
We will also feature hummingbird merchandise and hummingbird attracting plants at our gift shop and nursery. Visit Norrie’s Gift & Garden Shop, Tuesdays thru Sundays from 10 – 4. For more information visit: https://arboretum.ucsc.edu/shop/index.html
All events are free with paid admission: Adults: $10, Seniors $8 and Youth 4-17 $5. Rain cancels outdoor activities.
Current members are always free and enjoy other great benefits year-round! Join Today!

Calendar of events for 2025
3/1/25: First Saturday Tour ~ Birds & Blooms with Clive Bagshaw 11am
3/4/25: Community Day – Free Admission to all (self-guided exploration) 9am-5pm
3/8/25: Meet with Kevin Lohman in the garden: tips & tricks for photographing birds (informal) 9-11am
3/15/25: Early Bird Members Hours: members-only early access (self-guided exploration) 7-9am
3/16/25: Lecture: Encouraging Conservation Through Wildlife Photography with Kevin Lohman 1pm
3/30/25: Lecture: Jewels in the garden: a Darwinian natural history of hummingbirds with Bruce Lyon 1pm
See our guest lecturer bios and additional event information in the March Is Hummingbird Month email update.

Learn more about hummingbirds:

Plant List PDF
Hummingbird Facts
Tips for Hummingbird Gardens
Hummingbird Coloring Pages

Corralitos Farm & Garden Market
2025-03-09 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

Redwood Loop Tour Henry Cowell Redwoods
2025-03-09 12:00 - 14:00 | Henry Cowell State Park, 101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Redwood Loop Tour – Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

Sundays, February 16, 12 – 2pm

Coast Redwoods offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee! Every Sunday at 12:00pm, we are taking folks on a guided walk through the Redwood Grove to talk about coast redwoods and to experience the forest together. On this 1-mile stroll, we will be chatting about life histories, ecology, etc. and sharing a wonderful adventure among these giants.
Click here to RSVP. Let’s plan to meet in the front of the Visitor Center, we hope you can join us!
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA 95018

In Person Tech Help Aptos
2025-03-09 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Aptos Public Library, 7695 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA, 95003, United States
In Person Tech Help Aptos
Mondays 1-3pm, January 13 – May 5

Get in-person technology help at the library.
One 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.
Please make an appointment in advance here: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/appointments/aptos
Please call telephone information (831-427-7713) if you require assistance making an appointment.
We look forward to helping you!

In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities
2025-03-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Claraty Arts, 1725 Seabright Avenue, Suite C, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities
Sundays 2 – 4pm
Join 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!
Drop ins Welcomed!
$10 cash donation appreciated for art supplies

1725 Seabright Avenue, Suite C., Santa Cruz, CA

Click here to reserve your seat at art class

Contra Dancing at Live Oak Grange
2025-03-09 14:30 - 17:30 | Live Oak Grange, 1900 17th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
Contra Dancing at Live Oak Grange
2nd Sundays: Newcomers’ intro 2:30pm, dance 3 – 5:30pm
4th Fridays: Newcomers’ intro: 6:30pm, dance 7 – 10pm
Come kick your heels up contra dancing at Live Oak Grange with some amazing local talent and fun and friendly dancers!

Caller: Tanya MerchantBand: Corwin & Grace!
Event by Dakota Hult, Klaus Krull and Contra Dancing in Santa Cruz County
Note: There will be no pot luck going forward. Feel free to bring snacks to share!
Overflow parking: If you can’t find room at the Grange, try the Harbor Light Church, at 2008 17th Ave., less than a block up the street (towards Hwy. Ignore the “your car will be towed” signs – they have a deal with the Grange for extra parking

Check out our website at: https://www.santacruzcontra.com/
Signing in at the desk indicates your agreement with these policies:

The dance is an alcohol-free, drug-free, and smoke-free environment.
The dance is a scent-free event. In order to protect those with chemical sensitivities, please refrain from using scented products on your body, clothes, and belongings.
We want everyone to feel safe and comfortable at our dance and we value and expect consent, communication, community mindedness, and safety.
Harassment of any kind will not be tolerated. If someone’s behavior is offensive or harassing during the dance, you should endeavor to speak up for yourself. If you need help, talk with one of the managers, sound tech or caller.
You should not come to the dance if you have health concerns for yourself or a close contact, test positive for COVID 19, have symptoms of illness, or do not feel well.
We each understand and accept the inherent risks of contracting COVID-19 or any other illness at this dance.By participating in this event, you take full responsibility for your health and well-being.
We appreciate and rely on your generous donations to pay for our dance hall and the excellent staff. We suggest $15 to $30 per person, and no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Only the caller, musicians, and sound tech will be paid. All other staff and helpers will be volunteering their time. Please bring cash to the dance hall. BUT: it is *pay as you can* – we need you dancing more than we need your money, so please come, even if you feel like you need to put in less than $15. If you can put in over $30, that would be great, too! In a pinch, we can take Venmo or Paypal.
Please help out wherever you can (setting up chairs, cleaning up the kitchen or the dance hall, sitting out one dance at the door, etc.).
Please bring friends and tell them to wear light, comfortable clothing and bring comfortable shoes with clean, non-marking soles

Upcoming dances every second Sunday and fourth Friday!Sunday, Feb. 9 Caller: Zack; Band: Slick’s Picks No. 6 – Mike “Slick” Lewinski (fiddle), Jordan Prieto, Olive Mathison, Mathew HarmonFriday, Feb. 21 – Caller: Kelsey Hartman, Band: Mike Lewinski (fiddle), Daniel Steinberg (piano, flute), Ezra Warren Steinberg (percussion)Sunday, Mar. 9 – Caller: Tanya Merchant; Band: Lucas Lawson & FriendsFriday, Mar. 28: Caller: Sarah Trop; Band: Corwin & GraceSunday, April 13 – Caller: Alan Winston; Band: Rodney Miller (fiddle), Daniel Steinberg (piano, flute), Ezra Warren Steinberg (percussion)

A Variety of Art Classes at SCAL
2025-03-10 | Santa Cruz Art League, 526 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
A Variety of Art Classes at SCAL
January through April
Take an art class at SCAL with a local artist.

Pastel Painting with Mary Dettle, Saturday, January 4, 1 – 3:30pm, $175
One-Day Workshop with Toaa Dallo: Painting Clouds, January 5, 2 – 6pm, $80
Watercolor with Linda Lord, Tuesdays, 1:00pm – 3:30pm, January 7- February 11, $200
Painting with Oils and Acrylics with Toaa Dallo, 16 – 18+ yrs, Wednesdays, 1- 4pm, January 8 – 29, $180
Drawing and Sketching with Toaa Dallo, 16 – 18+ yrs, Wednesdays, 6- 8:30pm, January 8 – 29, $180
Watercolor with Linda Lord, adult, Thursdays, 1- 3:30pm, January 9 – February 13, $200
Figure Drawing: Long Pose, 16 – 18+ yrs, Thursday, 7- 9:30pm, January 9, $20
Pastel Painting with Joan Hellenthal, adult, Fridays, 10:00am – 12:30pm, January 10 – 31, $175
Animal Art with Linda Cover, 6 – 13 yrs, Fridays, 3:30 – 5:00pm, January 10 – February 14, $150
Color Mixing and Sketching with Susan Brown, 16 – 18+ yrs, Sunday, 1- 4:00pm, January 12, $75
Figure Drawing with Intent with Landon Markasky, adult, Sunday, 9am – 4pm, Jan 19, $150
Intro to Botanical Gelli-Print with Seana Mallen, adult, Saturday, 10am – 12:30pm, January25, $75
Landscapes Workshop with Calvin Liang, adult, Friday, Saturday, Sunday; 9am – 4pm, April 4 – 6, $560

Sutter Maternity Postpartum Wellness Group
2025-03-10 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual, CA, United States
Sutter Maternity Postpartum Wellness Group
Sutter Maternity Postpartum Wellness Group Mondays 10:00-11:30am
Call 831-477-2229 for log-in
Santa Cruz County Moms only
Pregnancy 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.

Pregnancy and Parenting Support Groups
Our support groups help parents navigate newborn care, post-partum wellness, sibling issues and partner relationship changes that can occur after baby arrives.
We 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.
Our 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.

Mystery Box Monday at MOD
2025-03-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery MOD, 1855 41st Ave #10, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
Mystery Box Monday at MOD

Mondays, 3pm

Calling 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!

Reserve your spot at sccmod.org/fun

Calling 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!
Every 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.
Here’s what makes Mystery Box Monday so awesome:

Endless 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.
Boosts 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!
Sparks 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.
Strengthens 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.

What 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:

Colorful craft paper and cardboard
Pipe cleaners, googly eyes, and pom-poms
Buttons, beads, and sequins
Recycled treasures like bottle caps and egg cartons
Nature’s bounty – leaves, twigs, and pinecones

Ages 3-100 ~ Open: Monday, Wednesday – Saturday 10am – 5pm

Grupo Triple P: Para familias con niños 2-12 años
2025-03-10 16:00 - 18:00 | Live Oak Community Resources, 1740 17th Ave, Santa Cruz (Live Oak), CA, 95062, United States
Grupo Triple P: Para familias con niños 2-12 años
Cada lunes, del 22 de enero al 18 de marzo, 2024 • 4 – 6 pm
(Excepto el 19 de febrero)
Inscríbase para reservar su lugar y obtener el cuidado de sus niños GRATIS: https://bit.ly/Grupo-Ene2024
Asista por 8 semanas a este grupo GRATIS de Triple P para conocer a otras familias y aprender estrategias sencillas que le ayudarán a:
• Fortalecer las relaciones en su familia
• Fomentar comportamientos positivos
• Enseñarle a su niño habilidades y comportamientos nuevos
• Manejar las conductas disruptivas o problemáticas con mayor confianza
• Cuidar de sí mismo como padre
Lugar: Live Oak Recursos Comunitarios, Sala de Reunión, 1740 17th Ave, Santa Cruz
Las inscripciones son limitadas y se cerrarán después de la segunda clase.
Los participantes que asistan a todas las clases recibirán un Certificado de Finalización.
Este grupo Triple P es gratis y está abierto a todas las familias con niños de 2 – 12 años del condado de Santa Cruz.
¿Tiene preguntas? Comuníquese con Juanita Rodriguez al (831) 476-7284 Ext. 102 o juanitar@cbridges.org

Postpartum Support Group
2025-03-10 16:30 - 19:30 | Virtual, CA, United States
Postpartum Support International

NEW SUPPORT GROUP!

Postpartum Psychosis (PPP) is rare. It occurs in approximately 1 to 2 out of every 1,000 deliveries. After a PPP survivor’s symptoms have been stabilized, peer support can be an important tool for recovery. Because PPP occurs less often than other perinatal mood disorders, survivors can go their whole lives without meeting another PPP survivor. In response, PSI has created an online peer-to-peer support group for PPP survivors. This group is intended for those who are in recovery (no longer experiencing psychosis). Whether your PPP experience was relatively recent or years ago, you are welcome to attend our free, online peer-to-peer support group.

Register here: https://www.postpartum.net/…/psi-online-support-meetings/
Full Meeting Schedule

The Art of Nature
2025-03-11 | 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
