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Community Crafters Boulder Creek
2025-12-03 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Boulder Creek Library, 13390 W Park Ave, Boulder Creek, CA, United States
Community Crafters Boulder Creek and/or Felton
Boulder Creek Library: Saturdays 10am – 12pm
Felton Library: 4th Wednesday 10:30am-2:30pm

Come join amazing teachers from the community to learn a new craft or art process, and have a space dedicated to work on projects with others every week. We plan to learn a new craft or art process once a month with the weeks in between being open “studio” time. Come be part of this new community at the Boulder Creek library! Materials will be provided for craft being taught, or bring what you want to work on!
The Community Crafters are a diverse group of makers who love to share knowledge.
Knit, quilt, weave, spin, make jewelry, embroider, mend and so much more.
All crafters are welcome! We hope you will join us in creating community and beautiful things!
Now at the Felton Branch Library as well as Boulder Creek!

Santa Cruz SPCA Home for the Holiday
2025-12-03 11:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-04 11:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-05 11:00 - 17:00 | Santa Cruz SPCA, 2601 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz (Live Oak), Santa Cruz, CA, 95065, United States
Santa Cruz SPCA Home for the Holiday
Through January 3: Tuesday-Sunday 11am-5pm
The Santa Cruz SPCA’s Home for the Holidays event starts TODAY — and our adoptable animals are ready!! Like, brushed-their-fur-and-everything ready.
From NOW through Jan 3, you can meet your future snuggle buddy AND enjoy waived adoption fees for the following animal categories:

Big dogs (40+lbs)
Adult cats (6mos+)
Adult dogs/cats who’ve waited 30+ days for a home!

Come meet your new bestie. They’re cute. They’re available. 10/10 would recommend.

Ice Skating by the Bay
2025-12-03 11:00 - 22:00, 2025-12-04 11:00 - 22:00, 2025-12-05 11:00 - 22:00 | Custom House Plaza, 20 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Ice Skating by the Bay
November 21 – January 4
Join us for ice skating by the bay.
Located in the Custom House Plaza, behind the Portola Hotel and Spa
Every year from mid November through the New Year, Custom House Plaza, behind Portola Hotel and Spa, transforms into a magical winter wonderland with Ice Skating by the Bay.
Our beautiful outdoor rink overlooking Monterey Bay brings the magic of the holidays to life.
This season we ‘re open from November 21, 2025 until January 4, 2026.
BOOK NOW

REGULAR HOURS: Monday thru Saturday | 11am to 10pm (with the exception of the below dates)
Sundays and Holidays | 12pm to 8pm (Including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve, New Year’s Day)
ADJUSTED HOURS: December 1-4 & 8-11 (Monday – Thursday): 1:00pm to 10:00pm

Admission:

Adults: $15
Children 12 and under: $13 (must be accompanied by adult)
Season Pass: $225 for the entire season.
Skate Rental: $5

Downtown Farmers Market 2022
2025-12-03 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.

R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail Capitola
2025-12-03 15:00 - 17:00 | Capitola Branch Library, 2005 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail
Wednesdays 3 – 5pm through June 6
R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers.
Wednesdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at Capitola and La Selva Beach Libraries. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only.
For more information or to register, contact SCPL Telephone Information: 831-427-7713 or elibrary@santacruzpl.org

SPCA Santa Cruz PAWS for JUNIORS Program Tier 2 December 3-17
2025-12-03 16:00 - 18:00 | Santa Cruz SPCA 2601 Chanticleer Ave Santa Cruz, 2601 chanticleer ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95065, United States
SPCA Santa Cruz PAWS for JUNIORS Program Tier 2 December 3-17
Wednesdays 4-6pm, September 9-24, October 8-22, November 6-20, December 3-17
Junior PAWS Tier 2, for returning students 7-9 years old, builds upon the children’s knowledge and skills about animals in PAWS Tier 1.
It runs for three weeks and refines the children’s animal handling skills.
The program establishes the children’s awareness of the Five Freedoms of Animal Welfare and engages students in stories of animal rescues.
Participants play games about animal welfare, train dogs, walk dogs and make enrichments for the dogs and cats.
They also create adoption posters to be displayed on the animals’ kennel doors. Register now for animal snuggles!

English Country Dancing in Santa Cruz
2025-12-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Santa Cruz Live Oak Grange, 1900 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz, 95062, United States
English Country Dancing in Santa Cruz
1st Wednesdays, 7-9pm, starting September 3
Join us on First Wednesdays for lively English country dancing in Santa Cruz at the Santa Cruz Live Oak Grange

No partner or dancing experience needed — dances are taught and prompted.
Everyone is welcome! Gender-neutral roles/calling (Odds/Evens)
Wear comfortable non-marking sticky shoes / sneakers (aka, not dance slicks)
Open community Band — Bring your instrument, dance and/or play! (Please let us know if you’d like the sheet music – the tunes are relatively easy) Open Band (come join us!) – we often have Fiddle, Banjo, Recorder(s), Drum, Bass, …
COVID policies — following county policy; please don’t come if feeling under the weather. Mask / vaccine not required, but definitely welcomeContribute what you can — we are looking to cover the costs of the hall / insurance ($10 – $20), but come even if you can’t help financially

Videos of many of the dances that we do are at https://www.youtube.com/playlist… — no costume required! We hope to see you there!

FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/100333273841072

Where your California State Library Parks Pass Will Take You
2025-12-04 | Santa Cruz Public Libraries, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
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: Visit your local library and check out a free vehicle day-use pass.

You can find your library and eligible parks here: parks.ca.gov/LibraryPass.

Holiday Glow Guide & Contest
2025-12-04, 2025-12-05 | City of Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Holiday Glow Guide & Contest
December
Light Up Santa Cruz! Holiday Glow Guide & Contest Registration is Open
Spread Holiday Cheer: Join the 2025 Santa Cruz Holiday Glow Guide & Contest.
Ready to deck your halls and your home? Join the City of Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation Department for the 2025 Holiday Glow Guide & Contest and make your neighborhood sparkle this season! Brighten your block.
Snap & Submit: Take a photo of your holiday decorations and register your home via WebTrac Activity # H120125.

Get Featured: Accepted homes will appear on the interactive Glow Guide map, so friends, family, and visitors can tour the city’s sparkling displays
Score a Reward: Every participant gets a $5 promo code for Parks & Recreation classes.
Win Big: One lucky home will receive a $50 Parks & Recreation Gift Card for the most creative holiday display.

From twinkling white lights to colorful, over-the-top displays or whimsical inflatables, every home adds a little extra holiday magic. Whether you’re in it for bragging rights or just to share the joy, this is your chance to celebrate creativity, spread cheer, and make Santa Cruz sparkle.
Every entry will receive a $5 promo code to use when registering for a class activity offered by the Park and Recreation Classes Department. All entries will be entered in a contest for the best decoration. The winner will receive a $50 P&R Gift Card!
Register Here!
Visit: https://www.santacruzca.gov/Government/City-Departments/Parks-Recreation/2025-Holiday-Glow-Guide-Contest
or email: recreationevents@santacruzca.gov (subject line: “ATTN: Holiday Glow Guide Map Listing”)
Media Contact: Annalise Bryant, Recreation Supervisor,

Winter Solstice, Stories & Crafts
2025-12-04 11:00 - 12:00 | Felton Library, 6121 Gushee Street, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Winter Solstice, Stories & Crafts
Thursdays 11am-12pm

Learn how people celebrate this season of light and learn about the Winter Solstice through stories, songs, and lots of fun! Followed by a craft!

This program takes the place of our regular Preschool Storytime & Craft.

Preschool Storytime & Craft takes place in the Felton Community Room every Thursday from 11-12.

Join us for early literacy fun with books, songs, and activities for preschoolers and their caregivers!
https://santacruzpl.libnet.info/event/15179144

Mah Jongg Club - Hong Kong Style
2025-12-04 14:00 - 16:00 | Aptos Library, 7695 Soquel Dr,, Aptos, CA, 95003
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, instructing in Hong Kong Style. I will take you through the basics of the tiles and setup, followed by a game with tiles face up as we put what we’ve learned into practice. You can stay at the Beginner’s table for as long as you need. Alternatively, we have an additional instructor in Chinese Mah Jongg with British rules if you find you prefer that style instead.
We have tile sets to choose from or you may bring your own.
All are welcome to play, however please be mindful and respectful that there are at least 40 known variants of this game. If you would like to play American or Traditional Chinese, or other variants, you are welcome to do so, but you may need to be patient and instruct folks on how to play your way. Sometimes modifications will be needed, at the beginning of each game ask the table what rules to play by and be courteous and kind to one another.

R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail
2025-12-04 15:00 | Aptos Library, 7695 Soquel Dr,, Aptos, CA, 95003
R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail
Thursdays 3-5pm
R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers.
Thursdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at Downtown, Aptos, Felton & Live Oak Libraries. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only.
For more information or to register, contact SCPL Telephone Information: 831-427-7713 or elibrary@santacruzpl.org

King Tide Walks at New Brighton State Beach
2025-12-04 15:00 - 16:00 | New Brighton State Beach, CA, United States
King Tide Walks at New Brighton State Beach

December 4 & 5, 3-4pm

Join Us for King Tide Walks at New Brighton State Beach!

The king tides are almost here! King Tides are the highest predicted tides of the year. They occur when the Earth, moon, and sun align during new or full moons, and the combined gravitational pull, along with the moon’s closest approach to Earth, creates exceptionally high tides and low tides.

Day-use parking lot at New Brighton State Beach (Please note: there is a $10 entrance fee.)

We’ll Explore: tide pool critters exposed by the extreme low tides, whale fossils revealed during king tides.

Bring: comfortable walking shoes, warm layers, a flashlight

Heavy rain will cancel the event.

Sign Up Here: https://santacruzstateparks.as.me/schedule/0ef4b536

Santa Cruz SPCA PAWS for Pre-Teens Program Tier 2 December 4-18
2025-12-04 16:00 - 18:00 | Santa Cruz SPCA 2601 Chanticleer Ave Santa Cruz, 2601 chanticleer ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95065, United States
Santa Cruz SPCA PAWS for Pre-Teens Program Tier 2
Wednesdays 4-6, September 11-25; October 9-23; November 6-20; December 4-18
Junior PAWS Tier 2, for returning pre-teens, 10-12 years old, builds upon the children’s knowledge and skills about animals in PAWS Tier 1. Prerequisite: At least one or more of PAWS 1 sessions completed.
It runs for three weeks and refines the children’s animal handling skills.
The program establishes the children’s awareness of the Five Freedoms of Animal Welfare and engages students in stories of animal rescues.
Participants play games about animal welfare, train dogs, walk dogs and make enrichments for the dogs and cats.
They also create adoption posters to be displayed on the animals’ kennel doors.
Register now for animal snuggles!
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These sessions, which meet for three weeks on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4-6pm September through December, are for students who have been in our PAWS program more than once and are ready for a new challenge. In PAWS Tier Two we begin exploring some of the larger animal welfare ideas and learning about some of the reasons why animals who come to our shelter as well as what different kinds of challenges animals face out in society. They will continue to progress on animal handling and advocacy skills they have developed in their previous PAWS engagements.
Junior PAWS Tier 2-For 7–9-year-old participants, each Wednesday for three weeks out of the month, 4-6pm
Pre-teen PAWS Tier 2-for 10–12-year-old participants, each Thursday for three weeks out of the month, 4-6pm
We ask all students who have never done our PAWS program before to sign up for our PAWS Tier 1 program. If you have questions or need help in figuring out where your student fits, please contact us at 831-566-3753.

Future-Ready Innovators: Free 2-Hour Intro Workshop
2025-12-04 16:00 - 2025-12-06 18:00 | NextSpace Coworking Santa Cruz (Opp Abbott Square), 101 Cooper St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, Philippines
Future-Ready Innovators: Free 2-Hour Intro Workshop
Thursdays 4-6pm, starting September 4
Watch your child’s creative ideas come to life with 3D printing!
Join our 3D Entrepreneurs Club for a fun and engaging free 2-hour intro workshop designed for kids ages 8–12. In this 2-hour session, kids will explore creativity, confidence, and community while learning the basics of 3D design and printing.
👉 Limited free spots available
👉 Join in-person or online
👉 For kids ages 8–12
📅 Reserve your spot today at: www.3de.club/workshop

Drop-In Drawing at MAH All Ages
2025-12-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Santa Cruz Musueum of Art and History (MAH, 705 Front St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
Drop-In Drawing at MAH, All Ages
1st Thursday of the month. 6-8pm, beginning September 4

Ever been inspired to drop everything and create when visiting an exhibition at the MAH?
Join us for Drop-In Drawing at the MAH, all ages, from 6-8pm on the first Thursday of every month! This is not a formal lesson, but an opportunity to bring in your own art supplies and sketch what you see. Dry media only (no markers or paint). All ages welcome. Free with admission. The museum will provide stools, feel free to bring a cushion or folding chair if space allows. Groups of 5+ please give advanced notice by emailing info@santacruzmah.org.
Open – Th-/f 12-8pm ~ Sat-sun 12-6pm ~ Mon 9am-1pm
Admission: $10 General; $8 Seniors/Students/Teachers/Veterans; Free for members & children under 5
Become a member today.
Drop-In Drawing Calendar
2025 September – December: Art Forum Gallery / Ed Penniman: Landscapes of Home
2026 January 1 – NONE (New Years Day); February 5 – Solari Gallery / Rydell Visual Arts Fellowship; March 5 – Solari Gallery / Rydell Visual Arts Fellowship Comment

Full Moon Hike at Quail Hollow Dec 4
2025-12-04 18:00 - 20:30 | Quail Hollow Ranch County Park, 800 Quail Hollow Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Full Moon Hike at Quail Hollow

Thursday, December 4, 6–8:30pm

Join us for a quiet full moon hike at Quail Hollow Ranch, under the moonlight.

On this one-hour guided hike on the lower trails, you can search for critters and meander through the forest.

Bring flashlights and/or a headlamp (though we may try to hike without them), and some drinking water.

Dress for the weather and wear good walking shoes.

Ages 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/embed?src=friendsofquailhollow%40gmail.com&ctz=America%2FLos_Angeles

Santa Cruz Shakespeare's A Christmas Carol 7pm Shows
2025-12-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Veterans Memorial Building, 840 Front St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Santa Cruz Shakespeare’s A Christmas Carol
November 26 through December 24, 2pm & 7pm options
Join us for Santa Cruz Shakespeare’s annual adaptation of Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol. Running November 26 through Christmas Eve at the Veterans Memorial Hall at 846 Front St. in Downtown Santa Cruz.
Audiences can again expect a theatrical and music-filled adaptation of this classic play in the heart of Santa Cruz.
Directed by Charles Pasternak and Alicia Gibson, A Christmas Carol stars Mike Ryan as Ebeneezer Scrooge, with returning favorites Julie James, Charlotte Munson and Andrea Sweeney Blanco.
A Christmas Carol is a festive holiday tradition for the whole family.
Tickets are available at www.santacruzshakespeare.org or through the seasonal Box Office, 831-460-6399, open Tuesday through Friday from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The show is 90 minutes with no intermission.
Prices vary depending on age, date, time and seat location:
Best Prices: $5 – $50 on 11/26

Parent Nest A Guided Play and Connection Series
2025-12-05 10:00 | Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery MOD, 1855 41st Ave #10, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
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 parenting days feel like a mix of wonder and worry, you’re not alone. Between those middle-of-the-night feeds and milestone questions, it’s natural to feel both overwhelmed and amazed—sometimes in the same moment. While you’re marveling at your little one’s daily discoveries, you might also be wondering if you’re doing enough, or wishing for a community that truly gets what this journey is like. That’s exactly why we created The Parent Nest: A guided play & connection series

Created specifically for infants and toddlers (from sitting age to 18 months), this four-week series takes place in the serene morning hours before the museum opens. In this distraction-free setting, your little explorer can safely investigate their world while you connect with other parents who understand exactly what this stage of life is like.
Each 45-minute session nurtures your child’s natural development through research-backed activities that:

Build Neural Pathways Through Movement: As babies roll, crawl, and reach, they’re not just exercising—they’re forming crucial brain connections that support physical coordination and spatial awareness.

Develop Pre-Language Skills: Our musical activities introduce rhythm, repetition, and simple signs, laying the groundwork for communication long before first words appear.

Enhance Sensory Processing: From our “Building Beginnings” exploration to “Splish Splash Discovery” play, each tactile experience helps your little one understand their world through touch, sight, sound, and movement.

Foster Social-Emotional Growth: Through guided interactions, babies learn early social cues while parents discover ways to support emotional development during daily routines.

Join us for a four-week play-based program designed to support your baby’s development while building connection with other caregivers.

Find your community of support: Early Development Classes in a Museum Setting

Free for members!
Free Children Under 12 Months
$35 – Non-members per session (We will email you a link to pay)
Thank you to Musical Me for sponsoring our program.

Elkhorn Slough Free Weekend Tours
2025-12-05 10:00 | Elkhorn Slough, 1700 Elkhorn Road, Watsonville, CA, 95003, United States
Elkhorn Slough Free Tour of the Preserve
Every Saturday AND Sunday, 10 am and 11 am

Guided hikes with naturalists are offered at 10am and 11am every Saturday and Sunday on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up for tours at the Visitor Center front desk. If you have questions, call (831) 728-2822.

HOLIDAY POP-UP Dec 5-7
2025-12-05 10:00 - 17:00 | 1407 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
HOLIDAY POP-UP and coming!!

Fridays-Sundays 10am-5pm, November 28-30, December 5-7, 12-13 & 19-20

Join us for a special pop-up for four weekends (Fri-Sun) starting THIS weekend, NOV 28-30!

1407 Pacific Ave. Sponsored by @firstfridaysantacruz

Check our website scmmakersmarket.com for all the details!

Little Discoverer Fridays
2025-12-05 10:30 - 11:00 | Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery – MOD, 1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
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 experience:

Sensory Extravaganza: Dive into a world of textures, colors, and sounds as your little explorer engages in sensory-rich activities tailored to their developmental stage.
Musical Moments: Let the rhythm take over! Our interactive musical sessions will have your tots tapping their tiny toes and exploring the joy of sound.
Parent-Child Bonding: Forge connections with fellow caregivers while your little ones build social skills through play and shared exploration.

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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.

New Support Group Stillbirth & Infant Loss Support
2025-12-05 11:00 - 12:30 | Zoom, CA, United States
New Support Group Stillbirth & Infant Loss Support
Join us on the 1st and 3rd Friday, 11am – 12:30pm, beginning June 17
This support group is for parents who have experienced stillbirth or early infant loss. Our group is here to provide support and connection to parents as we know losing a baby can be an isolating and devastating experience. This group is led by trained peer facilitators who have also experienced infant loss.<
Our groups are 90 minutes (1.5 hours) in length. The first ~30 minutes is providing information, education, and establishing group guidelines. The next ~60 minutes is “talk time,” in which group members share and talk with each other. Group members must be present for the group guidelines before joining in the discussion or “talk time.”
Register at http://bit.ly/FindSupportGroup

Bring Your Own Book (BYOB)
2025-12-05 11:00 - 12:30 | Aptos Public Library, 7695 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA, 95003, United States
Bring Your Own Book (BYOB)
3rd Fridays, 11am – 12:30pm, March 15 – December 20
Join us at the Aptos Branch Library for an engaging and dynamic book group experience: Bring Your Own Book (BYOB).
This innovative program encourages participants to bring along a book of their choice and share their thoughts, insights, and perspectives with fellow readers. Whether you’re passionate about fiction, non-fiction, classics, or contemporary literature, BYOB Book Group welcomes all genres and interests.
https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/12055882
How It Works:

Choose Your Book: Select a book that you’ve recently read or have been wanting to discuss. It could be a novel, biography, memoir, poetry collection, or any other genre that interests you.
Bring Your Book: Arrive at the library with your chosen book in hand. Make sure it’s one you’re eager to share and discuss with others.
Engage in Discussion: Once everyone has gathered, participants will take turns sharing their thoughts on their chosen books. This could include favorite passages, character analysis, thematic elements, personal connections, and more.
Respectful Exchange: Engage in respectful and open-minded discussions with fellow participants. Share your perspectives while also listening attentively to others’ viewpoints. This is a space for lively literary dialogue and exchange of ideas.
Discover New Reads: Explore a diverse range of books and genres through the recommendations and discussions of fellow participants. You might just find your next favorite read!

Whether you’re a voracious reader or just starting to delve into the world of books, Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) Book Group offers a welcoming and inclusive environment for lively literary discussions and discovery. Join us at the library and let’s celebrate the joy of reading together!

Jazz at the Library
2025-12-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Downtown Library, 224 Church St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Jazz at the Library
Friday 12 – 1pm, August 1
Join us at the Downtown Library and enjoy free jazz music by local musicians!
In memory of her husband, bassist and jazz singer, Betty has created the William H. Nadeau Memorial Fund promoting and rewarding excellence in jazz performance.
In partnering with the library, the memorial fund is able to bring the wonderful sounds of live jazz music to the community.
https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/14621683
