Santa Cruz Parent

Thrift Store 2nd Saturday Sales
2024-07-13 09:00 - 15:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Grey Bears, 2710 Chanticleer Ave, SantaCruz, CA, 95062, United States
Thrift Store 2nd Saturday Sales
2nd Saturdays, 9am – 3:30pm

Thrift Store 50%-Off Sale

3/11/2023
9:00 am – 3:30 pm

Daughters & Sons of the Beach Ukele Jam
2024-07-13 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

2024 MBARI Open House
2024-07-13 12:00 - 17:00 | MBARI – Monterey Bay Aqarium Resarch Institute, 7700 Sandholdt Road, Moss Landing, CA, 95039
2024 MBARI Open House
Saturday, July 13, 12-5pm

Join us on Saturday, July 13 for the MBARI Open House to learn about our latest discoveries and technological inventions.
Meet members of our science, engineering, marine operations, and communications teams, test your skills building and piloting an underwater robot, make children’s crafts, check out our fleet of deep-sea robots, and view our research vessels at the dock.

Directions
MBARI is located in Moss Landing, halfway between Santa Cruz and Monterey off Highway 1. The Moss Landing power plant with its twin smokestacks is a visible landmark just inland of Moss Landing Harbor. From Highway 1, turn onto Moss Landing Road. Turn on Sandholdt Road and cross the bridge. MBARI is on the left side of the road.

Parking
Limited free public parking is available along the street. The nearby Moss Landing Harbor District also offers some parking for a fee. Carpooling is strongly recommended. Limited accessible parking will be available on site.

Food
Food and beverages will not be available at the MBARI Open House, however, there are several restaurants nearby. There are also several benches around MBARI that you can use to picnic with your family, as well as access points to the beach.

FAQ

If coming as a group of more than 15 people, please email openhouse@mbari.org. Due to limited street parking, carpooling is strongly recommended. There is no room for buses to unload, turn around, or park at MBARI—buses may drop off visitors at the nearby Harbor District parking area instead.

For the health and safety of MBARI staff and our guests, this event will be entirely outdoors.
MBARI staff will be taking photos and video of Open House visitors and displays. These photos and videos may be used for promotional and educational purposes.
For the latest news from MBARI and updates about our Open House, follow us on social media and subscribe to our email newsletter.

Boomeria Lives On!
2024-07-13 13:00 - 17:00 | St Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 101 Riverside Avenue, Ben Lomond, CA, 95005, United States
Boomeria Lives On!
Saturday July 13, 1 — 5pm
Boomeria lives on! Experience early music, swords, and dance at their best. Listen to pipe organ, brass players, crumhorn, viola, violin. Delight in watching historical sword play and Irish dancers while enjoying gourmet bites, wine, and other beverages.
Organists Extraordinaire, Santa Cruz Brass Quintet, Bonny Doon Baroque, Wings of Fire Irish Dancers, and others will perform for you and yours.
General Admission: $ 59.00
Artists: Bill Visscher, Bruce Sawhill, Jesse McMilan, Martin Gaskell ~ pipe organ; Santa Cruz Brass Quintet, Bonny Doon Baroque, Wings on Fire (Michael Murphy), Julie Horner
St Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 101 Riverside Avenue, Ben Lomond, California, 95005

GroovaRoo Dance
2024-07-13 13:30 - 14:30 | RC Fam Center, 1205 Freedom Bl #B3, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
GroovaRoo Dance
2nd and 4th Saturdays, 1:30 – 2:30pm
Hey, Mamas! Have you heard of GroovaRoo Dance? It’s been a few years since these classes have been around in our county, but we’re back and if you’re looking for something fun to do with your little one (under 2yo) come dance with us! GroovaRoo Dance is fun for mamas, dadas, babies, grandmas, grandpas, aunts, uncles and family friends, too! You’ll find us at RC Fam on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month!

Santa Cruz Shakespeare's As You Like It
2024-07-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Audrey Stanley Grove in DeLaveaga Park, 501 Upper Park Rd, Santa Cruz, CA, 95065, United States
Santa Cruz Shakespeare’s As You Like It
July 13 – September 1, with Opening Night on July 19
Santa Cruz Shakespeare, a nationally recognized professional theater company in Santa Cruz County with deep local roots that go back more than 40 years, invites you to experience Shakespeare’s As You Like It, under the trees and stars of the Audrey Stanley Grove in Santa Cruz’s DeLaveaga Park this summer.
As You Like It is a tale of banishment and escape to the forest of Arden, where a merry band find unity, love, and rebirth. The ensemble includes the melancholy Jacques (“All the world’s a stage…”), the vigorous Orlando, and the brilliant Rosalind. Amidst a hurly of comedy, disguise, and discovery, love is sought, debated, and eventually learned. As You Like It is a hilarious journey into the heart of human foibles and frailty, showing us the myriad ways that love can rebuild the world.
As You Like It runs July 13 – September 1, with Opening Night on July 19.
Purchase tickets after May 1 and get more information at santacruzshakespeare.org/season-2024
Seasonal box office hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 12p.m. to 4p.m. beginning June 1. Call 831-460-6399.
About Santa Cruz Shakespeare
Featuring professional actors from around the country and inspired by deep local roots that go back more than 40 years, Santa Cruz Shakespeare stages bold productions of the plays of Shakespeare and other great playwrights that stimulate audiences’ senses and spark their imagination. For more information about SCS, visit santacruzshakespeare.org, Facebook, Instagram or Twitter (X).

Dipper Days at the Boardwalk
2024-07-14, 2024-07-15, 2024-07-16 | Beach Boardwalk, CA, United States
Dipper Days at the Boardwalk

Wednesdays, May 29 – August 7
Ride the Giant Dipper for 1 point – $1 every Wednesday May 29th thru August 7th. Celebrate your favorite wooden roller coaster with retro prices! Regular height requirements apply.

May 17 – August 16, 2024 –In Honor of your beloved Giant Dipper turning 100, we are giving YOU the chance to show off your incredible artistic talent.Dazzle us with your most thrilling Giant Dipper “Fan Art” to celebrate the Giant Dipper and over 68 million riders! Enter your Giant Dipper photos, paintings, or crafty creations for a chance to win Dipper Swag, MyBoardwalk Cards, or Rides Wristbands.

Enter Contest Soon

Live Oak Farmers Market
2024-07-14 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
2024-07-14 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

Paint Your Pet Fundraiser ~ Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter!
2024-07-14 11:00 - 14:00 | The Painted Cork – Arts, Crafts and Drafts, 2100 Delaware Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Paint Your Pet Fundraiser
Sunday, July 14, 12m-3pm
SCCAS Fundraiser at our studio on the west side of Santa Cruz!!Paint your Pet Warhol Style!
Join us for our 18th Paint Your Pet fundraiser for SCCAS on July 14th from 12m-3pm. Proceeds from this event go back to SCCAS!
Register for the event and then send us a picture of your pet to kim@paintedcork.com as soon as possible and no later than July 8th, and we will hand sketch it onto your canvas for you before the event!
Adoptable pets will be visiting the event! There will also be complimentary munchies and drinks available including bubbly and quiche appetizers! Don’t miss this fantastic event!
Booking: https://go.evvnt.com/2503454-2?pid=10427
General Admission: $75.00

Corralitos Farm & Garden Market
2024-07-14 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

Teen Girls Self-Defense Workshop
2024-07-14 11:30 - 14:00 | MINORSAN Self-Defense and Fitness, 1060 River Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Teen Girls Self-Defense Workshop
Sunday, July 14, 11:30am-2pm
In the Teen Girls Self-Defense Workshop, you can give your girls the resources, skills, and know-how about how to make the right choices for their safety.
When you’re not around, they are truly on their own to figure out what’s best when confronted by anyone who might compromise their safety.
They’ll learn best ways to avoid being tossed into a vehicle, how to deal with inappropriate questions, what to say to bullies, and how to sense when something just doesn’t feel right.
Mental, Verbal, and Physical skills will be taught.

In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities
2024-07-14 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

Santa Cruz Shakespeare's The Importance of Being Earnest
2024-07-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Audrey Stanley Grove in DeLaveaga Park, 501 Upper Park Rd, Santa Cruz, CA, 95065, United States
Santa Cruz Shakespeare’s The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde
July 14 – September 7, with Opening Night on July 19
Santa Cruz Shakespeare, a nationally recognized professional theater company in Santa Cruz County with deep local roots that go back more than 40 years, invites you to experience Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest, under the trees and stars of the Audrey Stanley Grove in Santa Cruz’s DeLaveaga Park this summer.
Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest has not been done in the 42-year history of Santa Cruz Shakespeare. It is one of the greatest comedies ever written, filled with some of the sharpest wit in the English language. The most iconic figure of this masterpiece is the formidable Lady Bracknell; obsessed with tradition and propriety, she cannot countenance her daughter Gwendolyn’s love of our titular Earnest. It’s not his money she objects to, of which he has plenty, but his bloodline: he has seemingly, and famously, descended from a HANDBAG. At least, that’s where he was discovered as an orphan. The young strain and contrive against their elder’s conservatism; through
fantasy, imagination, and so much wit, they will reshape the world; redefining, and renaming, love’s conventions.
The Importance of Being Earnest runs July 14-September 7, with Opening Night on July 19.
Purchase tickets after May 1 and get more information at santacruzshakespeare.org/season-2024
Seasonal box office hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 12p.m. to 4p.m. beginning June 1. Call 831-460-6399.

About Santa Cruz Shakespeare – Featuring professional actors from around the country and inspired by deep local roots that go back more than 40 years, Santa Cruz Shakespeare stages bold productions of the plays of Shakespeare and other great playwrights that stimulate audiences’ senses and spark their imagination. For more information about SCS, visit santacruzshakespeare.org, Facebook, Instagram or Twitter (X).

Forest Nights - Watercolor Painting
2024-07-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Henry Cowell State Park, 101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Forest Nights – Watercolor Painting
Sunday, July 14, 2- 4pm
Paint a stunning midnight sky and a golden moon, buttressed with redwood tree silhouettes.
Local artist Sarah Orre will walk you through every step of the process using watercolor and acrylic metallic paint to achieve stunning results.
You will learn how to build color with a layered ombre watercolor wash and how to paint trees with a fan brush. Metallic paint will give a glowing finish to your painting. All materials provided with a $10 materials fee payable to the instructor at the start of class.
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Group Picnic Area 1
Registration Fee: $45
Plus $10 materials fee payable to Instructor at class.
Class size is limited, registration required. Class meets outside at Picnic Area 1 in Henry Cowell. Beginners welcome! Those who register will receive more detailed information and instructions via email.
Sarah Orre is a local artist and painting instructor who serves as the Youth Art Director at the Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center where she teaches adult and youth classes. Sarah grew up in the San Lorenzo Valley and her artwork is inspired by Santa Cruz Mountain landscapes. From the gorgeous California coast to the majestic redwood forests, there is endless inspiration to draw upon. Sarah’s passion for art comes through in her paintings and in her enthusiasm for inspiring others to learn and grow.

Heritage Events at Roaring Camp
2024-07-15 | Roaring Camp, 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Heritage Events at Roaring Camp
All Summer

Heritage sounds like something old. Unless you’re talking Heritage Events at Roaring Camp

Free Heritage Events with the purchase of a Roaring Camp train ticket:

Monday: Blacksmith
Tuesday: Printing Press
Wednesday: Candle Making
Thursday: Crafts
Friday: Gold Panning

Buy Tickets

Summer Reading Program at Watsonville Main Library
2024-07-15 | Watsonville Public Library, 275 Main St Suite 100, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Summer Reading Program at Watsonville Main Library

June 3 – July 26

Adventure begins at your library this summer at the Watsonville Public Library Summer Reading Program. Track your reading to earn prizes and participate in a variety of fun events and programs for the entire family throughout the summer. The fun begins on Monday, June 3rd.

Sign up for the Summer Reading Adventure Program in-person at our Main Library or Freedom Branch, or online: https://www.watsonville.gov/1448/Summer-Reading-Program

La aventura comienza en tu biblioteca este verano con el Programa de Lectura de Verano de la Biblioteca Pública Watsonville. Monitoriza tu progreso de tu lectura para ganar premios y participa en una variedad de eventos y programas divertidos para toda la familia durante todo el verano. La diversión comienza el lunes, 3 de junio.

Inscríbete para el Programa de Lectura de Verano en persona en nuestra Biblioteca Principal o Sucursal Freedom, o en línea en https://www.watsonville.gov/1448/Summer-Reading-Program

Summer Reading Program at Freedom Library
2024-07-15 | Freedom Library, 2021 Freedom Blvd, Freedom, CA, 95019, United States
Summer Reading Program at Freedom Library

June 3 – July 26

Adventure begins at your library this summer at the Freedom Public Library Summer Reading Program. Track your reading to earn prizes and participate in a variety of fun events and programs for the entire family throughout the summer. The fun begins on Monday, June 3rd.

Sign up for the Summer Reading Adventure Program in-person at our Freedom Branch, or online: https://www.watsonville.gov/1448/Summer-Reading-Program

La aventura comienza en tu biblioteca este verano con el Programa de Lectura de Verano de la Biblioteca Pública Watsonville. Monitoriza tu progreso de tu lectura para ganar premios y participa en una variedad de eventos y programas divertidos para toda la familia durante todo el verano. La diversión comienza el lunes, 3 de junio.

Inscríbete para el Programa de Lectura de Verano en persona en nuestra Biblioteca Principal o Sucursal Freedom, o en línea en https://www.watsonville.gov/1448/Summer-Reading-Program

Semillas to Sunflowers
2024-07-15 08:00 - 17:00 | Life Lab Blooming Classroom, 198 Zils Road, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Semillas to Sunflowers!
Four one week sessions beginning July 1, 8 am-2pm
Semillas to Sunflowers’ free program is open for families with kids that go to one of the Elementary Schools in PVUSD. Cost: $0
For kids that are going into 3rd grade, 4th grade, or 5th grade during the 2024-2025 school year.
5 (1 week long) sessions:
Session 1: July 1st- 5th (no program July 4th
Session 2: July 8th- 12th
Session 3: July 15th-19th
Session 4: July 22nd-26th
Session 5: July 29th- August 2nd
Semillas to Sunflowers is now accepting applications!
Please fill out one application per child.
If accepted, we will let you know within 2-3 weeks of your application which week-long Session you are awarded.

Apply here!

Location: Semillas to Sunflowers takes place at the Life Lab Blooming Classroom, located off of San Andreas Road near Watsonville.
The program takes place at 198 Zils Road Watsonville
Schedule:
The program runs from 8am to 2pm. Child Drop-off at site: 8:30am
We have optional additional enrichment activities from 2:30-4pm and 4pm-5:30pm.
Please sign up for your pick up time, this will be the same time throughout the whole week:2:30pm (end of camp day), 4pm or 5:30pm (end of enrichment activities)
Provided: Breakfast, Snacks, Lunch
Sample Activities: Bird day – engineer bird beaks;Harvest fruits and vegetables to make snacks; Garden gifts day – use a solar oven to make pesto bread; Art in the garden – make nature art; Visit the UCSC Campus and meet college students
For More Information:
Call: 831-200-3703
Email: semillas@lifelab.org

Free Girls in Engineering Camp for Middle Schoolers
2024-07-15 08:00 - 17:00 | CA
Free Girls in Engineering Camp for Middle Schoolers
Session 1: July 8-12; Session 2: July 15-19; Session 3: July 22-26

Free Girls in Engineering Camp for Middle Schoolers (rising 7th – 9th). Free transportation to UCSC, Free Lunch, Free Field trip to Google! Robotics, Coding, Lab Tours @UCSC, Women in STEM role models and more! One week day camp in July — still accepting applications & need to fill some spots!

Middle School female/identified students in Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties (Middle School = 6th/rising 7th; 7th/rising 8th; 8th/rising 9th graders) are eligible to apply

Apply today! https://gie.soe.ucsc.edu/girls-engineering

ALL GIE 2024 Participants Invited: August 5 field trip to Google to meet REAL Girls In Engineering!

Questions? email: jessriv@ucsc.edu

La Cultura Cura!
2024-07-15 08:00 - 17:00 | CA
La Cultura Cura!

August 15-25

Get ready, Santa Cruz County! This August, the heart of Veracruz beats in our streets. Dance, music, and heritage collide in a vibrant cultural fiesta. From master classes to dazzling performances, immerse yourself in the healing power of Mexican folklorico arts.

Esperanza del Valle, Cabrillo College, and Universidad Veracruzana present: Por el Reforzamiento de la Identidad Cultural – Reinforcing Cultural Identity.
Read the blog post interview with Janet Johns and Ruby Vasquez that details their journey and vision.

From August 15-25, Santa Cruz County will pulsate with the vibrant traditions of Veracruz, offering residents and visitors alike a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in Mexican folkloric arts. This vibrant program offers something for everyone – whether you’re a seasoned dancer, a curious beginner, or simply an appreciator of rich cultural traditions. By bringing these art forms to schools, theaters, and community spaces, the conference aims to make the beauty of Mexican folkloric arts accessible to all of Santa Cruz County.
For more information on classes and performances, visit Esperanza del Valle.
You can expect these highlights:
Dance and Music Classes: Twenty-four Ballet Folklórico del Puerto de Veracruz dancers and five Nematatlin de la Universidad Veracruzana musicians will lead classes for youth and adults, from beginners to advanced practitioners. “We really want to encourage people to get out of their comfort zone and, instead of being a spectator, sign up and take a class,” urges Ruby Vasquez, emphasizing the event’s inclusivity.
School Workshops: The visiting artists will bring their expertise directly to local students, conducting workshops in selected PVUSD schools and after-school programs.
Gala Performances: Two distinct shows will showcase the diversity of Mexican dance and music. Ruby Vasquez explains, “If you attend the gala performance at the Mello Center, you’ll see ‘Rostros de Mexico,’ featuring dances and music from different states in Mexico. The following weekend at the Crocker Theater, ‘Raices del Pueblo’ will focus purely on the dances and music representing the state of Veracruz.”
Community Events: Free events like “Todos Bailan Su Son” and a community Fandango (a party where people get together to dance, to play and sing in a community setting) will invite everyone to participate in the joyous celebration of Mexican culture.

Familypower: Starting Strong for ages 3-7 with their adults
2024-07-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom, CA, United States
Familypower: Starting Strong for ages 3-7 with their adults
Monday, July 15, 10-11am
Through puppets and fun, interactive stories, learn how to introduce People Safety Skills and to continue to practice them in your daily life. Help your child learn how to handle a friend saying something mean, check first before touching something unsafe, move away from someone doing something that could be hurtful, and get help from you effectively, even when you are busy.

Sutter Maternity Postpartum Wellness Group
2024-07-15 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.

All Youth Volunteers with YouthSERVE Summer of Service
2024-07-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Calling All Youth Volunteers!
The YouthSERVE Summer Institute kicks off on June 17th!
Powered by the Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County, this free 4-week program helps youth ages 11+ gain new skills, make new friends, earn community service hours, all while learning to use their superpowers to transform our community through volunteering!
Work with amazing local organizations like the Second Harvest Food Bank, Homeless Garden Project, Watsonville Wetlands, and the City of Santa Cruz Parks Department – youth volunteers will learn about our community, how our local ecosystems keep us all healthy, and the impact of civic service for everyone.
Session 1: June 17 – 20
Session Two: June 24 – 27
Session Three: July 15-18
Session Four: July 22-25
Times and locations vary.
ceduled for
Weeks 1 + 2

DATE/DAY

Organization
Time of Event

Monday June 17

San Lorenzo River with Jane Mio
10am-1pm

Tues June 18

Beach Cleanup
10 am – 1pm,

Wed June 19

Homeless Garden Project
10am-1pm

Thurs June 20

Grey Bears
7 am – 10 am

Monday June 24

TBD
TBD

Tues June 25

2nd Harvest Food Bank
9am-12pm

Wed June 26

Graffiti Paint Out(Watsonville)
10am – 1pm

Thurs June 27

Watsonville Wetlands
10 am – 1pm

Scheduled for
Weeks 3 + 4

DATE/DAY

Organization
Time of Event

Monday July 15

San Lorenzo River with Jane Mio
10am-1pm

Tues July 16

SC Museum of NatHistory
10am-12pm

Wed July 17

Homeless Garden Project
10am-1pm

Thurs July 18

Grey Bears
7 am – 10 am

Monday July 22

TBD
TBD

Tues July 23

2nd Harvest Food Bank
9am-12pm

Wed July 24

Graffiti Paint Out(Watsonville)
10am – 1pm

Thurs July 25

Watsonville Wetlands
10 am – 1pm

Grupo Triple P: Para familias con niños 2-12 años
2024-07-15 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
2024-07-15 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

RC Fam Center Toddler Bilingual Sensory Play
2024-07-16 10:00 - 11:00 | RC Fam Center, 1205 Freedom Bl #B3, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
RC Fam Center Toddler Bilingual Sensory Play

Tuesdays/Martes, 10am-11am

FREE with membership, $15 non-members

GRATIS con membresía, $15 sin membresía

More info/Para más información: 831-288-3105 — with Yesi Rocha and 10 others at RC Fam.

RC Fam Center
We commit to providing families with support systems that lead to finding connections, empowerment, and wellbeing for the whole family. We commit to being an equitable, inclusive, and safe space where the community feels welcome and can raise our children together. Our center is committed to equity, inclusion, and wellness for all families.

En el Centro Familiar Raíces y Cariño, queremos proveer a las familias con el apoyo a sistemas que fomenten conexión, empoderamiento y bienestar para todas las familias. Estamos comprometidos a ser un lugar seguro, inclusivo y equitativo donde la comunidad se sienta bienvenida y puedan criar a sus hijos juntos. Valoramos la equidad, inclusión y bienestar para todas las familias.

Coffee with a Professional
2024-07-16 10:30 | Watsonville Public Library, 275 Main St Suite 100, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Coffee with a Professional
Tuesdays, 10:30am, March 5, April 2, May 7, June 2, July 16, August 6

Have you ever wanted to learn about the jobs that other people have? Our monthly Coffee with a Professional program will feature a special guest who will talk about their job, what it’s like on a day-to-day basis, and a discussion about a specific topic that connects with their job, etc. Plus, coffee and a snack!
Tuesday, March 5th, Poet Laureate Bob Gomez
Tuesday, April 2, Author Jamie Cortez
Tuesday, May 7, Reporter Fidel M. Soto
Tuesday, June 2, Beekeeper Emily Bondor
Tuesday, July 16, Singer/Musician Alex Lucero
Tuesday, August 6, Wildlife Photographer, Kara Capaldo
The audience for this program is adults and will be presented in English.

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¿Alguna vez ha querido conocer los trabajos de otras personas? Nuestro programa mensual Café con un Profesional contará con un invitado especial que hablará sobre su trabajo, cómo es su día a día, y un debate sobre un tema específico relacionado con su trabajo, etc. Además, ¡café y un tentempié!
Nuestro invitado destacado para el mes de febrero es Poeta Laureado de Watsonville, Bob Gomez. Este programa se llevará a cabo el martes, 5 de marzo a las 10:30 am en la Biblioteca Principal, Sala de Reuniones.
El público de este programa es adulto y se presentará en inglés.
