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Capitola Plein Air Annual Art Festival 2024
2024-10-23, 2024-10-24, 2024-10-25 | Capitola Village, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
Capitola Plein Air Annual Art Festival
Monday – Sunday, October 21 – 27

Join Capitola’s Plein Air, annual arrt ffestival, a juried art competition, exhibition, and sale. It is a FREE event, with hands-on art-making for all visitors, live music, and forty local and regional artists selling their works and competing for the top prize.
Dozens of professional artists will paint en plein air in varied mediums, outdoors, throughout Capitola, at locations including New Brighton Beach, Depot Hill, the Esplanade, and the Jewel Box.
The Exhibition and Art Sale is on Sunday, October 27th, from 11:00pm—4:00pm, New Brighton Middle School. More than 100 framed paintings will be on display for the competition, exhibition and sale. The public is invited to vote for the People’s Choice Award!
The best in show will be purchased for $1,800, and displayed as part of the City of Capitola’s public art collection. A $1000 second place prize and other ribbons will be awarded.
This event is FREE to the public. All are welcome! (But come prepared to purchase and collect a piece of Capitola Art and Culture if you are inspired!)

Grey Bears Halloween Sale
2024-10-23 10:00 - 16:30, 2024-10-24 10:00 - 16:30, 2024-10-25 10:00 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Grey Bears, 2710 Chanticleer Ave, SantaCruz, CA, 95062, United States
Grey Bears Halloween Sale
Monday-Sunday, October 21-31, 10am-4:30pm
Grey Bears is having a spooky 50% sale on all clothing and fabric in celebration of Halloween, from October 21st–31st, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m!

La Selva Beach Book Discussion Group
2024-10-23 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

13 Days of Halloween on the Wharf
2024-10-23 11:00, 2024-10-24 11:00, 2024-10-25 11:00 | Santa Cruz Wharf, 21 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz, 95060
13 Days of Halloween on the Wharf!
October 19 – 31, 11am

Join us for 13 days of Spooktacular fun on the Santa Cruz Wharf October 19 – 31! It all kicks off on Thursday, October 19th!
The Great Pumpkin BINGO Hunt

Bring your bingo card to the Wharf any day during the 13 Days of Halloween or pick one up at a Wharf Establishment.
Find the hidden pumpkins on the Wharf. Match their ghoulish image on your bingo card and stamp your card.
Make a BINOG and turn your card into one of our prize centers for a Halloween theme prize! (Prize Centers are Bonnie’s Gifts, Surf City Surf Shop. Noland’s and Made in Santa Cruz)

Click Here for PRINTABLE BINGO CARDS (10 to pick from!)Photo Booth on the Wharf Stage – Snap a festive photo with your family with the scenic Monterey Bay and Lighthouse as your backdrop.
Thrill the World Performance (Date TBD)

Thrill the World Santa Cruz will be back to perform Michael Jackson’s iconic Thriller Dance
Time 5:00PM – 5:30PM
Location: Wharf Stage/ Commons (Between Marini’s Candies and Makai Island Kitchen)
Calling all Zombies! Want to be a part of the show, click the link for more information on FREE Thriller Dance Classes!

Wharf Specials – Enjoy fabulous, unique specials from restaurants and gift shops perfectly catered to the Halloween theme. Offered all 13 Days except where noted. (Displayed below or click the link!)

Trick- or- Treating on Halloween Day (Thursday, Oct. 31st)

Trick-or-Treat your way down the Wharf from 3PM to 6PM!
Local Tuesday, 2 hours of FREE Parking with stamp validation!

Story Time and Stay and Play
2024-10-23 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
2024-10-23 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.

Reading in the Redwoods Book Club
2024-10-23 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
2024-10-23 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
2024-10-23 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.

Capitola Plein Air Annual Art Festival 2024
2024-10-24, 2024-10-25 | Capitola Village, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
Capitola Plein Air Annual Art Festival
Monday – Sunday, October 21 – 27

Join Capitola’s Plein Air, annual arrt ffestival, a juried art competition, exhibition, and sale. It is a FREE event, with hands-on art-making for all visitors, live music, and forty local and regional artists selling their works and competing for the top prize.
Dozens of professional artists will paint en plein air in varied mediums, outdoors, throughout Capitola, at locations including New Brighton Beach, Depot Hill, the Esplanade, and the Jewel Box.
The Exhibition and Art Sale is on Sunday, October 27th, from 11am—4pm, New Brighton Middle School. more than 100 framed paintings will be on display for the competition, exhibition and sale. The public is invited to vote for the People’s Choice Award!
The best in show will be purchased for $1,800, and displayed as part of the City of Capitola’s public art collection. A $1000 second place prize and other ribbons will be awarded.
This event is FREE to the public. All are welcome! (But come prepared to purchase and collect a piece of Capitola Art and Culture if you are inspired!)

2024 Event Schedule

Monday, October 21 – Artists arrive and check-in. Painting begins! Keep an eye out for easels set up throughout Capitola as artists begin to capture the beauty of our landscape.
Tues, Oct 22- Sat, Oct 25 – Artists will be painting throughout Capitola including New Brighton Beach, Depot Hill, the Esplanade, and the Jewel Box.
Friday, Oct 25 – 10:00AM—2:00PM, All artists are required to paint during this time. The public is invited to view those artists in action! We’ll have a booth set up in the Esplanade near Capitola Beach with a map that shows where all the artists plan to paint that day. Come say hello!
Exhibition – Sunday, Oct 27, 11am—4pm, Exhibition & Art Sale at New Brighton Middle School – More than 100 framed paintings will be on display for the competition, exhibition, and sale. The public is invited to vote for the People’s Choice Award.

Spooky Sensory Time
2024-10-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Watsonville Public Library, 275 Main St Suite 100, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Spooky Sensory Time

Thursday, October 24, 11am – 12pm
Do you have a little one who loves to explore and get messy? Join us for spooky sensory time ~ There will be slime, touch-and-see tables, pumpkin decorating, and tasty treats for everyone.
This program is intended for children ages 1-5.

Spooktober Celebration Scotts Valley
2024-10-24 15:00 - 16:30 | Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066, United States
Spooktober Celebration Scotts Valley
Thursday, October 24, 3pm
Join us at the Scotts Valley library for our second annual Spooktober Celebration!
At this fang-tastic party, you can wear your costumes and enjoy music, stories, games, prizes and tasty snacks!
Come and have a terror-ific time!

Thanks to the Friends of the Scotts Valley Library for sponsoring this event.

Pokemon at Live Oak Annex
2024-10-24 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

Annual Day of the Dead Program Watsonville Library
2024-10-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Watsonville Public Library, 275 Main St Suite 100, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Annual Day of the Dead Program
Thursday, October 24, 6pm – 8pm at the Main Library
Bring along your family and friends to our annual Day of the Dead program ~ decorate a cookie, play loteria and earn prizes, and make new memories.
All ages are welcome to attend.

Bird Walks at Wilder Ranch
2024-10-25 09:00 - 13:00 | Wilder Ranch, 1401 Coast Rd, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
Bird Walks at Wilder Ranch
2nd & last Friday of the month, 9am-1pm, through December 27

On this 2.5 mile hike, be prepared to walk on uneven surfaces, with many stops to view the many birds, plants, and scenery along the way.
You will help each other spot and identify birds! Bring your binoculars if you have them, clothes for variable weather, and good walking shoes. Meet next to park map in Wilder Ranch main parking lot.
*Rain cancels. Vehicle day-use fee is $10. For more information, call (831) 426-0505. Follow links below for the required free registration.

Bird walks at Wilder Ranch State Parks happen every second and last Friday of every month.
Preregistration required: https://santacruzstateparks.as.me/schedule.php
For more information, call (831) 426-0505.

Parking is $10 inside the park.

Rain cancels.

MOD's Magical Halloween Wizarding Adventure
2024-10-25 10:00 - 17:00 | Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery MOD, 1855 41st Ave #10, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
MOD’s Magical Halloween Wizarding Adventure
October 25, 26, 28, 30, 31, Mondays & Wednesdays – Saturdays, 10am-5pm

Join MOD’s magical, halloween, wizarding adventure.
Enter a world of spellbinding wonder where you can send letters via Owl Post, master the art of potion making, fly through a game of Quidditch, embark on a wizardly scavenger hunt, and craft your own magical creations.
All FREE with museum admission
Wizards, witches, and muggles welcome & costumes are encouraged!
Check our website for updated programming schedules: https://www.sccmod.org/fun
We offer annual memberships, monthly memberships, and 10-pass punch cards. Click here to become a member, or call 831-316-5200 to inquire about our new punch cards.
Daily Tickets:

All non-member adults & children: $10​
1/2-price grandparents/senior on Wednesdays: $5
Museums for All (with EBT card): $3
Children under 1: Free
All members: Free

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Baby Time and Stay and Play Capitola
2024-10-25 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)
2024-10-25 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!

Cabrillo College: Haunted Halloween Music
2024-10-25 12:30 - 15:00 | Samper Recital Hall at Cabrillo College, 6500 Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA, 95003, United States
Cabrillo College: Haunted Halloween Music

October 25, 12:30 – 3pm
Join the Cabrillo Music Department for a concert of Halloween music, sure to thrill us all! There will be a murder mystery raffle and special guest artists. Family friendly!

Come to Cabrillo College for some very spooky music of all genres in a collaborative effort of the entire music department! Costumes recommended!

• THIS IS A FREE EVENT
• TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE 1 HOUR PRIOR TO EVENT
• BOX OFFICE OPENS 1 HOUR PRIOR TO EVENT
• DOORS OPEN 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO EVENT
• PARKING IS FREE IN LOT L FOR ON CAMPUS EVENTS
• DESIGNATED WHEELCHAIR SPACES DO NOT HAVE A PHYSICAL SEAT
• PHYSICAL SEATS CANNOT BE ADDED TO WHEELCHAIR SPACES
• ASSISTED LISTENING DEVICES AVAILABLE AT THE BOX OFFICE

https://cabrillovapa.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=1885

Scrabble at La Selva Beach
2024-10-25 13:00 - 14:00 | La Selva Beach Library, 316 Estrella Avenue, La Selva Beach, CA, 95076, United States
Scrabble La Selva Beach
August 2 – November 15, Fridays, 1 – 2pm

Did you know that PACZKI is a round filled doughnut (23 points)? Come test your vocabulary in a game of Scrabble at La Selva Beach Library.
La Selva Beach Library, 316 Estrella Ave., LSB
Are you a bridge player too? The LSB Bridge Club is 10:30-12:00 on Fridays (except the 1st Friday of the month).
Questions? Call the La Selva Beach Library at 831-427-7710.

B40 Game Zone for Tweens and Teens
2024-10-25 15:00 - 16:30 | Branciforte Branch Library, 230 Gault Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062, United States
B40 Game Zone for Tweens and Teens
Fridays 3-4:30pm, September 20 – November 22
Join Branciforte Library’s program of video gaming and traditional board games for young tweens and teens. A great opportunity to meet and make new friends!

Friday Pet Food Pantry
2024-10-25 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!

Trunk or Treat at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds
2024-10-25 15:00 - 19:00 | Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, 2601 East Lake Avenue, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Trunk or Treat at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds
Friday, October 25, 3-7pm
Join us celebrating the spookiest season with our community at Trunk or Treat. This year, we will be in both North (Live Oak) and South County, with games, treats, and fun for all. Bring the kiddoes and join us . . . Boo!
