Fullpower Introduction to Physical Self-Defense for Adults and Teens 15-17
2024-11-17 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom, CA, United States
Fullpower Introduction to Physical Self-Defense for Adults and Teens 15-17
Sunday, November 17, 10-11am
Join our Fullpower Introduction to Physical Self-Defense online programfor adults all ages and teens age 15-17.
Learn how to:
-Interrupt the Pattern of Attack
-Spot trouble early- and avoid it
-Deal confidently with threats and harassment
-Take the lead with friends to help them be safer, too
-Use 7 emergency self-defense skills to escape an attack

Corralitos Farm & Garden Market
2024-11-17 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

Gifts from the Garden at Life Lab
2024-11-17 13:00 - 16:00 | LIFE LAB ON THE UCSC FARM, 1156 HIGH ST, SANTA CRUZ, CA, 95064, United States
Gifts from the Garden at Life Lab
Sunday, November 17, 1-4pm
Celebrate the beauty of nature by crafting unique gifts from the garden at this free, kid-friendly event.
Everyone will leave with the crafts they create and you will also get a sneak peek of the activities we typically offer during our Summer Camps!
Crafts May Include:
Flower Book Marks / Greeting Cards
Veggie Print Wrapping Paper
Succulent Cork Magnets
Family Tea Bags
Leaf Rubbing Cards
Seedy Mosaic Ornaments
Painted Rocks or mini pots
Burlap Wrapped Seedlings
Please RSVP Here.
This event is free to attend. To support the success of this event, we invite you to make a contribution if you can.

Donations are appreciated and will help support this event and our programs. If you would like to donate craft supplies, please email kelsey@lifelab.org
Welcome Craft Supply Donations: Acrylic paint, mini pots, scissors, clean cardboard, Elmer’s glue, glue guns, glue sticks, watercolor paper, small succulent cuttings, dry beans, and river stones.
Please RSVP: kelsey@lifelab.org

We can’t wait to see you there!

In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities
2024-11-17 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

Sutter Maternity Postpartum Wellness Group
2024-11-18 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.

Valley Churches United Holiday Gift Shop 2024
2024-11-18 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-11-19 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-11-20 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-11-21 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-11-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Valley Churches United, 9400 HWY 9, Ben Lomond, CA, 95005, United States
Valley Churches United Holiday Gift Shop 2024
Monday-Saturday, 11am – 4m, November & December

The Annual Holiday Gift Shop at Valley Churches United in Ben Lomond is open.
Amazingly talented volunteers have created an exquisite display, making this year’s gift shop an exceptional holiday shopping experience.
New toys, vintage items, Christmas decorations, puzzles, household items, and much more can be found at very reasonable prices and are put out daily.
All proceeds from the gift shop support Valley Churches United’s nonprofit year-round food pantry.
The Gift Shop is located in the heart of Ben Lomond at 9400 Highway 9. For more information, call 831-336-8258.
If you’re needing some beautiful things for Thanksgiving still – now’s the time before our Thanksgiving table gives way to all Christmas!

Quilting with Friends
2024-11-18 11:00 - 15:00 | Boulder Creek Library, 13390 W Park Ave, Boulder Creek, CA, United States
Quilting with Friends

Mondays 11am-3pm, September 16, 2024 – May 5, 2025
Join us at the Boulder Creek Library for Quilting with Friends every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month (subject to holiday closures). All levels of quilting expertise are welcome, from accomplished quilters to those new to the craft. Participants bring their own supplies to work on individual projects, share knowledge and create community. Registration is not required.

Tales to Tails Garfield Park
2024-11-18 15:30 - 16:30 | Garfield Park Library, 705 Woodrow Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Tales to Tails Garfield Park
Mondays 3:30-4:30pm, September 16 through December 30
Tales to Tails is a literacy program designed to help children improve their reading skills by reading to certified therapy dogs. Trained therapy dogs will be available Mondays at the Garfield Park Library to be attentive reading partners for children reading aloud.
Child must be 6-17 years old, and already reading to some degree. Our volunteer handlers are there to provide support but are not trained reading instructors.
Appointments are required; please contact 831-427-7704 to make yours now.
We and our furry friends look forward to seeing you there!

Grupo Triple P: Para familias con niños 2-12 años
2024-11-18 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
2024-11-18 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

Taller Triple P: Desarrollando buenas rutinas a la hora de dormir
2024-11-18 18:00 - 19:30 | La Manzana Community Resources, 18 W. Lake Ave, Suite E, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Taller Triple P: Desarrollando buenas rutinas a la hora de dormir
Monday, November 18, 6-7:30pm
Asista a este taller GRATUITO de crianza para aprender:
• Razones comunes del por qué los niño/as tienen dificultad a la hora de ir a la cama y dormir toda la noche
• Cómo crear rutinas tranquilas que funcionan para toda la familia a la hora de dormir
• Consejos para ayudar a los niños a desarrollar hábitos saludables a la hora de dormir
Para inscribirse visite: https://bit.ly/Dormir-18Nov
Inscríbase para reservar su lugar y obtener el cuidado de niños gratuito. Se ofrecerán bocadillos ligeros.
Presentado EN ESPAÑOL en persona por Lidia Montesino, Puentes de la Comunidad – Nueva Vista Recursos Comunitarios.
Lugar: Centro de Recursos de la Montaña, Sala Comunitaria, 6134 Hwy 9, Felton
¿Tiene preguntas? Comuníquese con Lidia Montesino al (831) 423-5747 o lidiam@cbridges.org

Triple P Workshop: Guide Your Child Through Bullying with Confidence
2024-11-18 18:00 - 19:30 | La Manzana Community Resources, 18 W. Lake Ave, Suite E, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Triple P Workshop: Guide Your Child Through Bullying with Confidence
Monday, November 18, 6-7:30pm
Attend this FREE parenting workshop to learn:
• How to recognize different types of bullying
• Common reasons why children bully others
• What you can do if your child is being bullied
To register visit: https://bit.ly/Bullying-Nov18
Register to reserve your spot and get free child care. Light snacks will be provided. Got questions? Contact Salma Albor at
Location: La Manzana Community Resources, 18 W. Lake Ave, Suite E, Watsonville.
Presented IN ENGLISH in person by Salma Albor, Community Bridges – La Manzana Community Resources.
For questions contact (831) 724-2997 Ext. 220 or salmal@cbridges.org

Tai Chi for Teens
2024-11-19 17:00 - 18:00 | Capitola Branch Library, 2005 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
Tai Chi for Teens
Tuesdays 5-6pm, Oct. 29 – November 19
Join Tai Chi for Teens at Capitola Library Tuesdays 5-6pm.
Tai Chi is a gentle, flowing martial art that originated in ancient China. It’s known for its graceful movements, deep breathing techniques, and meditative benefits.
Benefits of Tai Chi:
– Enhance your balance and flexibility.
– Reduce stress and increase relaxation.
– Improve focus and mental clarity.
– Promote a sense of overall well-being.
Tai Chi teacher, Rob Owen, has over 21 years of experience as a school principal, author, and classroom teacher. He has observed the significant stress that teens face and teaches an evidence-based method of Tai Chi that enhances balance, relaxation, self-awareness, and focus. Rob’s practice of mindful movement has helped students regulate emotions and maintain focus.
This program incorporates physical activity and parents will need to sign a waiver before children can participate.

Taller Triple P: Ayudando a los jóvenes a tratar con la ansiedad y la depresión
2024-11-19 18:00 - 19:30 | PVUSD Wellness Center, 530 Palm Ave, Watsonville, CA, United States
Taller Triple P: Ayudando a los jóvenes a tratar con la ansiedad y la depresión
Tuesday, November 19, 6-7:30pm
**Por favor, note que esta clase está abierta sólo a familias con niños o adolescentes que asisten a Pajaro Valley Unified District**
Asista a este taller GRATUITO de crianza para aprender:
• Causas comunes y señales de la depresión y la ansiedad en los jóvenes
• Qué hacer si cree que su joven se enfrenta a la depresión o la ansiedad
• Consejos para ayudarles a desarrollar habilidades de afrontamiento saludables
Inscríbase: https://bit.ly/TripleP-PVUSD-24-25-Clases-ES
Lugar: Centro de Participación Familiar y Bienestar (530 Palm Ave, Watsonville)
Esta clase también está disponible en inglés, presentada a través de Zoom.
Para inscribirse en la clase en inglés, visite: https://bit.ly/TripleP-PVUSD-Classes-ENG
¿Tiene preguntas? Comuníquese con Sandra Rodelo al (831) 724-2997 Ext. 211 o sandrar@cbridges.org

Triple P Workshop: Helping Youth Navigate Anxiety and Depression
2024-11-19 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom, CA, United States
Helping Youth Navigate Anxiety and Depression
for families with kids attending PVUSD
Tuesday, November 19, 6-7:30pm
Attend this FREE parenting workshop to learn:
• Common causes and signs of depression and anxiety in youth
• What to do if you think your child is struggling with depression or anxiety
• Tips for helping youth develop healthy coping skills
Register via Zoom to join this class in English: https://bit.ly/TripleP-PVUSD-Classes-ENG
This class is also available in Spanish and presented in person at the Family Engagement & Wellness Center (530 Palm Ave,
Watsonville). To register for the Spanish class visit: https://bit.ly/TripleP-PVUSD-24-25-Clases-ES
For questions, please contact Mayra Martinez at (831) 288-2856 or mayram@cbridges.org

Story Time and Stay and Play
2024-11-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Capitola Branch Library, 2005 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
Story Time and Stay and Play
Wednesdays, 11am-12pm, September 10 – December

Join us for Story Time featuring songs, rhymes, and stories designed to help preschoolers develop early literacy skills.
This program is designed for children ages three to five and their caregivers, but all ages are welcome!
After Story Time, stay for Stay & Play to reinforce early literacy skills through play and create connections with other families.
Join us for Story Time at 11:00 and Stay & Play at 11:30.

Downtown Farmers Market 2022
2024-11-20 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.

Seminario de Triple P: Conectando a los adolescentes
2024-11-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Live Oak Community Resources, 1740 17th Ave, Santa Cruz (Live Oak), CA, 95062, United States
Seminario de Triple P: Conectando a los adolescentes
Wednesday, November 20, 6-7:30pm
Asista para aprender como apoyar las conexiones sociales positivas de su adolescente fomentando la confianza, las habilidades sociales, la planificación, el compromiso, la comunicación regular y el cuidar de los demás.
Lugar: Live Oak Recursos Comunitarios, 1740 17th Ave, Santa Cruz
Presentado en español. Inscríbase para reservar su lugar y obtener el cuidado de niños gratuito. Se ofrecerán bocadillos ligeros.
https://bit.ly/Conectar-20Nov
Tiene preguntas? Comuniquese con Lidia Montesino al (831) 423-5747 o por lidiam@cbridges.org

Barn Dance at Roaring Camp
2024-11-20 18:30 | Roaring Camp, 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Barn Dance at Roaring Camp
Wednesday, November 20, 6:30pm

Come to Roaring Camp’s New Event! Holiday Barn Dance, November 20 at 6:30pm.

Join us for our first Holiday Line Dance Party in the gorgeous Bret Harte Hall at Roaring Camp!

Instructors from Surf City Line Dance will lead you in a variety of line dances.

Buy tickets: https://roaringcamp.com/events#2218

Keepunumuk: Weeâchumun’s Thanksgiving Story
2024-11-21 08:00 - 17:00 | Garfield Park Library, 705 Woodrow Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Story with a Ranger Keepunumuk: Weeâchumun’s Thanksgiving Story
Thursday, November 21, 4pm

Yesterday was one of our Library Rangers day at Garfield Park Library, where one of our Santa Cruz Mission park interpreters led a story and craft about the full moon!

The next story with a ranger will be feature Keepunumuk: Weeâchumun’s Thanksgiving Story.

Kids and families are welcome to join us to learn more about a different side of the traditional Thanksgiving story.

Uypi Land

Tech Talks: Parental Apple Controls
2024-11-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Santa Cruz Public Libraries- Virtual Library, 117 Union Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Tech Talks: Parental Apple Controls
Thursday, November 21, 11am-12pm
Learn how to set parental controls with iPhones.
Are the kids you know addicted to iPhones?
There are many benefits and potential pitfalls when children have iPhones and iPads.
Know your options for mitigating the risks so your loved ones can establish a balanced relationship with these tools.
We hope you join us for this important discussion!
Please register to receive the Zoom link via email. https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/13369093

Pokemon at Live Oak Annex
2024-11-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Live Oak Annex, 979 17th St, Santa Cruz, 95062
Pokemon at Live Oak Annex
Thursdays 3-5pm, January 23 – May 8

Informal drop-in. Join us at Live Oak Annex to play pokemon.
Ages 6-11
Bring your decks and get ready to see who is the Poke Master!
No trades allowed unless parents are present.
For more information please call 831-427-7713

Triple P Workshop: Foundations for Independence: Money and Work
2024-11-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom, CA, United States
Foundations for Independence: Money and Work
Thursday, November 21, 6-7:30
Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn:
• Tips for teaching teens how to save and manage their money
• How to help teens look for jobs that fit with their interests and schedules
• How to decide when it feels right to ask teens to help pay for things at home
Presented IN ENGLISH on Zoom by Mayra Martinez, Community Bridges – La Manzana Community Resources.
Register on Zoom: https://bit.ly/Money-Work-Nov21
Got questions? Contact Mayra Martinez at (831) 288-2856 or mayram@cbridges.org

Santa Cruz Symphony Holiday Concert
2024-11-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium, 307 Church St, Santa Cruz County, CA, 95060, United States
Santa Cruz Symphony Holiday Concert
Dec 14 at 7:30pm & Dec 15 at 1:00pm

Our inaugural Holiday Pops Concert will showcase favorites from Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker, Leroy Anderson’s A Christmas Festival, and many more.

Both concerts at Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium
Music by Tchaikovsky, Anderson, Rimsky-Korsakov, Bartholomew-Poyser, Williams, and more!
NEW! Family Pack : The family pack is newly available for the Holiday Pops concerts! Visit the Subscriptions & Discounts: Civic Concert Family Pack page and add up to three $13 child tickets with the purchase of each adult ticket. Tickets subject to availability for all seating sections.Student Rush: Students are eligible for $15 tickets 90 minutes prior to each regular Symphony concert. Students must present valid student identification. Tickets subject to availability for all seating sections. All ages welcome.
ID required to claim Will Call tickets. If you choose to have your tickets mailed to you and you do not receive them, please contact the Civic Box Office prior to the day of show.
We are recording this performance, so please silence your phones. We encourage you to take non-flash photos and videos before, during, and after the concert. Please share them with your family and friends. IMPORTANT: for copyright reasons, any concert videos posted on social media or elsewhere may not be longer than 30 seconds. Always be mindful of your neighbors when using your camera. Please review General Event Policies for exclusions. All sales are final. No refunds.
Wheelchair Accessible and Accessible Companion seats are available in all price zones in the orchestra floor seating.
Tickets are subject to service charge which is included in the Grand Total in the Shopping Cart (after seats are selected)

Santa Cruz Symphony
santacruztickets.com

Baby Time and Stay and Play Capitola
2024-11-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Capitola Branch Library, 2005 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
Baby Time and Stay and Play Capitola
Fridays, through July 25, 11am-12pm
Baby Story Time features songs, rhymes, stories, and lap play designed to help babies develop early literacy skills.
This program is designed for children ages birth to two and their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! After Baby Time, stay for Stay & Play to reinforce early literacy skills through play and create connections with other families.

Bring Your Own Book (BYOB)
2024-11-22 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!
