Santa Cruz Parent

My Play Club 2023
2023-03-21 15:30 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Leo’s Haven at Chanticleer Park, 1975 Chanticleer Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
My Play Club: Create in the park with us!

Every Tuesday 3:30 – 5pm March 7 through November 29

LEO’s Haven at Chanticleer Park
Free – Free

Family Drop-in – Arts & Activities
Family Visit – Arts and Activities

Learn more about the Young Outdoor Leaders, funded by the “Outdoor Equity Program” of CA State Parks and if your family may want to participate. #linkinbio
Learn more about Youth Leaders Outdoors, funded by CA State Parks’ “Outdoor Equity Program” and whether your family may want to participate. #linkinbio

More/Mas info: www.countyparkfriends.org

"She Can Handle Both"
2023-03-22 | San Lorenzo Valley Museum Grace Episcopal Gallery, 12547 Highway 9, Boulder Creek, CA, 95066, United States
“She Can Handle Both”
March 1 – 31

Our online exhibition “She Can Handle Both” celebrates the centennial of Women’s suffrage with particular emphasis on Santa Cruz County. Experience the museum from home and tap the link to learn more: https://www.slvmuseum.org/schb-era.html

Museum Open

DNA Day 2023
2023-03-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Baskin Engineering (UCSC), 1156 High St, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
DNA Day 2023
Friday, April 21, 11am-1pm

Please join us for our annual DNA celebration on April 21st, 11am-1pm in the Baskin Engineering Courtyard! Map

Activities will include:
– Welcome Address from Genomics Institute Scientific Director David Haussler
– Poster Session
– Strawberry DNA Extraction by WiSE
– Resource Fair
– Free ACTG T-Shirts for everyone who participates in our Double Human Helix Conga Line!
This is a fun, celebratory event geared toward anyone and everyone who is interested in learning about the science of DNA. Free and open to the public.

Register for:
– Poster session: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSeLjr8RuiJ6DG…/viewform
– Tabling: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSeJC9TopbUByc…/viewform
– Volunteering: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLScD0K5NcNITfw…/viewform

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds
2023-03-22 08:00 - 20:00, 2023-03-23 08:00 - 20:00, 2023-03-24 08:00 - 20:00, 2023-03-25 08:00 - 20:00 | Santa Cruz County, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Monterey Bay Festival of Birds
Thursday – Saturday, October 13 – 15

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

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

Tour Tara Redwood School
2023-03-22 | Tara Redwood School, 5810 Prescott Rd, Soquel, CA, 95073, United States
Tour Tara Redwood School
We are happy to schedule a tour of our Redwood or Village campus.
Tours are on going and by appointment and easy to schedule.
To schedule a visit:
Phone (831) 462–9632
Email: office@tararedwoodschool.org

Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts!
2023-03-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, 35 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts!
Wednesdays 10 – 11am
Come join us at the Sanctuary Exploration Center across from the Santa Cruz Wharf each Wednesday morning to do some ocean-themed crafts, listen to a story, and explore the Exploration Center!

La Selva Beach Book Discussion Group
2023-03-22 10:30 - 12:00 | La Selva Beach Library, 316 Estrella Avenue, La Selva Beach, CA, 95076, United States
La Selva Beach Book Discussion Group

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

Positive Discipline Class for Young, First Time, Teen Parents
2023-03-22 11:00 - 12:30 | RC Fam Center, 1205 Freedom Bl #B3, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Positive Discipline Class for Young, First Time, Teen Parents

𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬, 𝟏𝟏𝐚𝐦-𝟏𝟐:𝟑𝟎𝐩𝐦 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 22 – 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 29 𝟏𝟏𝐚𝐦-𝟏𝟐:𝟑𝟎𝐩𝐦

Teen parents
Young parents
First time parents
Caregivers with littles 5 and under are encouraged to join this special IN-PERSON Positive Discipline class.

Two classes on the same day/at the same time in English and Spanish Spread the word!

RC Fam
1205 Freedom Blvd #3B
Watsonville, CA

Positive Discipline Community Resources

Clase gratis + cuidado de niños + comida
Miércoles en febrero y marzo de 11am-12:30pm

Padres adolescentes
Padres jóvenes
Padres primerizos
Cuidadores de niños menores de 5 años

Se les anima a unirse a esta clase especial de Disciplina Positiva EN PERSONA.

Dos clases el mismo día/a la misma hora en inglés y español ¡Corre la voz!

Raices y Cariño centro para familias
1205 Freedom Blvd #3B
Watsonville, CA

Downtown Farmers Market 2022
2023-03-22 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.

Open House - SCPENS - Santa Cruz Parent Education Nursery School
2023-03-22 15:30 - 17:00 | SCPENS – Santa Cruz Parent Education Nursery School, 411 Roxas St, Santa Cruz, CO, 95062, United States
Open House SCPENS – Santa Cruz Parent Education Nursery School
Wednesday, March 22, 3:30 – 5pm
We are currently taking applications for the Fall 2023 school year. At SCPENS we provide a play-based, nurturing, practical education for both children and their parents. We are a parent participation preschool, and the only parent co-op in Santa Cruz with a toddler program accepting children starting at 15months of age.
Toddler Program for 15 month-3 year olds: Classes on M/W or T/Th mornings
Preschool Program for 2.5-5 year olds: Classes on M/W/F or T/Th mornings
Nurturing, creative, & experienced teachers
Enriching, play-based curriculum
Learn to develop positive parenting skills
Cultivate your local family community
High-quality affordable program
411 Roxas Street, Santa Cruz, CA (831) 824-4560

Reading in the Redwoods Book Club
2023-03-22 18:00 | Virtual, CA, United States
Reading in the Redwoods
4th Wednesday, 6 – 7:30pm
Felton – Virtual Book Discussion
The book for June is The Red Tent, by Anita Diamant. The Red Tent is a reimagining of the story of Dinah, the only daughter of Jacob, the man who, according to the Bible wrestled an angel and won the name ‘Israel’ and whose 12 sons became the 12 tribes of Israel.
Reading in the Redwoods book group meets monthly on the 4th Wednesday at 6:00 pm. Registration is required to get the Zoom invite.
Registration is required. There are 8 seats available. https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/8993008
6121 Gushee Street

NAMI Family Support Group ​for Parents/Caregivers of Youth
2023-03-22 18:30 - 20:00 | Zoom, CA, United States
NAMI Family Support Group ​for Parents/Caregivers of Youth (11-17)
2nd and 4th Wednesdays 6:30 – 8pm
Please join us for our upcoming free, drop-in support group for parents/caregivers of youth (11-17) with mental health challenges. Next group will be this Wednesday, June 22nd from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
We are in need of more facilitators to help continue this free, easily accessible, and educational support group.
Nami also offers a support group for Spanish speakers every Tuesday night from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m., for all loved ones of those with mental health challenges.
All parents or caregivers are encouraged to join – there does not need to be a formal diagnosis. Common themes of those who attend our support groups include caring for teens who experience depression and anxiety, substance abuse, outbursts of anger, and other challenges like mania, hallucinations, or paranoia.:30 -8pm
Please email me or call the Nami office at 831-824-0406 with any questions about our groups and/or using Zoom or if you are interested in being a facilitator.
https://www.namiscc.org/parentscaregivers-of-youth-11-17…
To attend our groups, please complete the registration form below. You will immediately receive an email with the Zoom link. You will only need to do this once, and will be able to use the same link for all Parents/Caregivers of Youth support groups moving forward.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Dads Support Group
2023-03-22 19:00 - 20:00 | RC Fam Center, 1205 Freedom Bl #B3, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Dads Support Group
Wednesdays 7 – 8pm

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

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

Storytime with Angela Dalton
2023-03-23 15:00 - 16:00 | Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066, United States
Storytime with Angela Dalton
March 23, 3 4pm
Angela Dalton will be coming to SCPL to read her new book “To Boldly Go: How Nichelle Nichols and Star Trek Helped Advance Civil Rights”. Angela’s role on Star Trek helped pave the way for people of color and women both on television and in NASA. Come celebrate Women’s History Month with this awesome author!

Taller Triple P: Controlando las luchas por el poder y los berrinches
2023-03-23 17:30 - 19:00 | Zoom, CA, United States
Taller Triple P: Controlando las luchas por el poder y los berrinches
Thursday, March 23, 5:30 – 7pm
Inscríbase: https://bit.ly/Berrinches-23Marzo
Asista a este taller virtual GRATIS de crianza para aprender:
• Lo que su niño quizás esté tratando de comunicar por medio de su conducta
• Cómo manejar la desobediencia sin atraparse en una lucha por el poder
• Maneras eficaces de prevenir y manejar los berrinches
Presentado EN ESPAÑOL por Sandra Rodelo, Puentes de la Comunidad – La Manzana Recursos Comunitarios
¿Tiene preguntas? Comuníquese con Sandra Rodelo al (831) 724-2997 Ext. 211 o sandrar@cbridges.org

The Art of Nature
2023-03-24, 2023-03-25 | 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

Capitola Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
2023-03-24 - 2023-04-09 | City of Capitola, CA, United States
Capitola Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
March 24 – April 9
Capitola Venetian Hotel, 1500 Wharf Rd., Capitola

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Visit with the Easter Bunny and enjoy healthful treats from Whole Foods Market Capitola!
Download Playing Card

ASL Storytime
2023-03-24 11:00 - 11:30 | Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066, United States
ASL Storytime
Friday, March 24, 11 – 11:30am
In celebration of Deaf History Month. Join us for an ASL storytime with Marcos Silva who will introduce signs before each storybook, and sign along with the songs.

Make and Explore Live Oak Library
2023-03-24 15:00 - 16:30 | Live Oak Library, 2380 Portola Drive, Live Oak, CA, 95062, United States
Make and Explore Live Oak Library
Fridays, 3 – 4:30pm through April 28

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

Friday Pet Food Pantry
2023-03-24 15:00 - 17:00 | SPCA, CA, United States
Friday Pet Food Pantry
Fridays 2-5pm
Just a friendly reminder that our Pet Food Pantry is still happening every Friday from 3-5pm!
Donate anytime!

Laser Tag
2023-03-24 17:30 - 19:00 | Watsonville Public Library, 275 Main St Suite 100, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Laser Tag
Friday, March 24 from 5:30-7:30pm
Grab your friends and join us for After Hours Laser Tag and pizza at the Main Library on Friday, March 24 from 5:30-7:30pm. Make sure to arrive on time to ensure you get a time slot. Late arrivals will not be let into the library.
This audience for this program is teens ages 12-17. Adults must sign waivers for minors but do not have to stay for the entire program.
This program is brought to you by Parks and Community Services of Watsonville.
Reúna a sus amigos y únase a nosotros después de horas en la Biblioteca Principal para jugar con Juegos Electrónico de Tiro y pizza el viernes, 24 de marzo de 5:30-7:30pm. Asegúrese de llegar a tiempo para fijar su horario. No se permitirá la entrada a la biblioteca a los que lleguen tarde.
Este programa es para jóvenes de 12-17 años. Los adultos tendrán que firmar una exención para menores, pero no tienen que quedarse durante todo el programa.
Este programa es presentado por el departamento de Parques y Servicios Comunitarios de Watsonville.

Brookdale Bluegrass Festival
2023-03-24 18:00 | Brookdale Lodge, 11570 Hwy 9, Brookdale, CA, 95007, United States
Brookdale Bluegrass Festival
Friday – Sunday, March 24 – 26
The Brookdale Bluegrass Festival is back! Save the dates Friday through Sunday, March 24-26, at the world famous Brookdale Lodge. Get a room package deal with the purchase of a three-day ticket, or just come for the day. 10 bluegrass bands, food and craft vendors, mechanical bull, late night jams in the bar! Read more in the SLV Post > > >

Friday, March 24
Main Stage
Jim Savarino 6:00 — 6:45 pm
West Side Willies w/ Sonia Shell 7:00 — 7:45 pm
Lucas Lawson and the Unturned Stones 8:00 — 8:45p pm
The Stoney Mountain Ramblers 9:00 — 9:45 pm
Brookdale Lounge
BanjerDan’s Danger Band Open Jam w/ Jim Lewin and Bill Laymon 10:30 pm — 12:00 am
Saturday, March 25
Beer Garden
Jim Saravino 11:00 — 11:45 am
Post Folk Revivalists 12:00 — 12:45 pm
Gilroy Drifters 1:00 — 1:45 pm
Lucas Lawson and the Unturned Stones 2:00 — 2:45 pm
Sunny Side of the Mountain w/ Amy Warren and Friends 3:00 — 4:00 pm
~ Dinner break, bull riding, jamming on the Main Stage ~
Main Stage
What Cheer! w/ Cactus Bob, Prairie Flower, and Peg Leg Reza 6:00 — 6:45 pm
Eric Burman and the Brookdale Bluegrass Band 7:00 — 7:45 pm
Stoney Mountain Ramblers 8:00 — 8:45 pm
The Wildcat Mountain Ramblers 9:00 — 9:45 pm
Brookdale Lounge
BanjerDan’s Danger Band Open Jam 10:00 pm — 12:00 am
Sunday, March 26
Main Stage
The Gilroy Drifters 10:00 — 10:45 am
The Brookdale Bluegrass Band 11:00 — 11:45 am
What Cheer! 12:00 — 1:00 pm
Acid Grass Boys 1:00 — 2:00

The Addams Family: A New Musical Comedy
2023-03-24 19:00 | Scotts Valley Performing Arts Center, 251-B Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066, United States
The Addams Family: A New Musical Comedy
March 17-18 and 24-25, 7pm; March 19 and 26, 2pm
PCS presents the creepy and kooky The Addams Family: A New Musical Comedy. The production is a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family and features an original story…and it’s every father’s nightmare: Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness and daughter of Gomez and Morticia, has fallen in love with a sweet, smart “normal” young man from a respectable family – a man her parents have never met.
Everything changes for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “regular” boyfriend and his parents. A deliciously wacky and whimsical night of music, chills and thrills!
Tickets: https://search.seatyourself.biz/webstore/accounts/pacificcollegiate/buy-tix
$10- Teachers, Students and Seniors
$15- General Admission
Performances held at:
Scotts Valley Cultural and Performing Arts Center
251 Kings Village Road

Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College
2023-03-25 08:00 | Cabrillo College, 6500 Soquel Drive, Room 450, Aptos, 95003, United States
Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College
Saturdays 8am-12pm, year round, rain or shine
Voted America’s Favorite Farmers Market in California
In 2011, 2012, and 2013 our farmers markets were voted “America’s Favorite Farmers Market in California.” Additionally, Coastal Living Magazine named the Aptos Farmers Market one of “The Coast’s Best Farmers Markets.”
Market customers appreciate the bountiful selection of top quality produce and specialty foods as well as the opportunity to connect with the farmers and vendors who produce it. Ninety vendors, of which most are certified organic or use sustainable farming methods, offer pastured grass fed meats and poultry, sustainable fish, oysters, handcrafted cheeses, locally produced olive oil, fresh pasta and gourmet sauces, organic juices, handmade sauerkraut, Corralitos smoked sausages and bacon, artisan breads and baked goods, organic honey, mushrooms, sprouts and microgreens, farm fresh eggs, flowers, potted plants, seedlings, herbs, and an unsurpassed selection of certified California grown fruits, vegetables and nuts.
Additional Market Attractions
Professional sharpening services are available for knives and gardening tools year round.
Our other Markets: Carmel, Del Monte, Monterey

Field Illustration Workshop with Meegan Painter
2023-03-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
Field Illustration Workshop with Meegan Painter

Saturday, March 25, 9am – 12pm

Spring wildflowers are here! Join science illustrator Meegan Painter of Seven Ravens Studio for a guided field illustration experience in Mima Meadow where we will observe some of our County’s most amazing native wildflowers. We’ll learn about flower anatomy and practice field sketching and painting techniques while learning to identify some of our local grassland flowers. Basic materials will be provided, but participants are encouraged to bring their favorite nature journaling and field sketching tools, such as a journal, watercolor palette, pencils, pens, hand lenses, etc.
This program is in support of the new exhibit The Art of Nature.
Location: UC Santa Cruz
$15 Members | $25 General
Register
Registration opens for Members on Tuesday, March 14. Registration opens for all Wednesday, March 15.
Email events@santacruzmuseum.org with any questions, accommodation requests, or if you have trouble registering.

Westside Farmers Market
2023-03-25 09:00 - 13:00 | Westside Farmers Market, Mission St. Ext. and Western Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Westside Farmers Market
Saturdays 9am – 1pm, year round

The Westside Farmers’ Market takes place every week, year round at the corner of Hwy 1 and Western Drive, situated on the northern edge of Santa Cruz’s greenbelt. This market serves the communities of the west-end of Santa Cruz including Bonny Doon, the North Coast and the UCSC Campus. It is just a hop, skip and a jump from Downtown.
Foodies Unite
This market is proud to have been named best market by the Santa Cruz Metro’s, “Peoples Poll” multiple times. The market showcases a great selection of 100% certified organic produce, artisan foods, wine, body products, tinctures, sustainable seafood, pasture raised meats, flowers and eggs along with cook-to-order cuisine, live local music and full espresso bar operated by up-and-coming Santa Cruz-based roaster 11th Hour Coffee.
With easy access and an abundance of free parking, this market makes for a convenient and celebratory Saturday morning outing.
