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SUMMARY:In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities\nSundays 2 – 4pm \nJoin 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! \nDrop ins Welcomed! \n$10 cash donation appreciated for art supplies \n\n\n\n1725 Seabright Avenue\, Suite C.\, Santa Cruz\, CA \n\n\n\nClick here to reserve your seat at art class
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/in-person-art-time-for-people-with-disabilities/2025-07-27/
LOCATION:Claraty Arts\, 1725 Seabright Avenue\, Suite C\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Classes,Family Events,Teen Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250727T193000
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SUMMARY:Skyrie Celtic Music
DESCRIPTION:Skyrie Celtic Music\nSaturday\, July 27\, 7:30-10pm \nSkyrie is an electrifying contemporary Celtic music trio renowned for their dynamic performances and innovative sound. Their music blends traditional Scottish and Irish tunes\, poignant original songs\, tunes and soundscapes with modern influences from rock to funk. \nHaving performed and recorded over many years with multi award-winning artists as diverse as Dougie Maclean\, Shirley Manson of Garbage\, Big Country and Kathy Mattea\, Skyrie have honed their unique style through hundreds of live gigs and sessions. \nBased in Fife\, Scotland the band comprises versatile composers and multi-instrumentalists Lesley Thompson Smith (Vocals\, Fiddle\, Pipes\, Whistle and Looper)\, James “Jimmy” Anderson (Guitars\, Pedal-Bass and Background Vocals)\, and Christopher Martin Smith (Vocals\, Lyrics\, Drums\, Whistle and Percussion). \nSkyrie’s music transcends borders\, capturing hearts and minds from Scotland to the world stage. \nURL:\nTickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3146200-0?pid=10427 \nSanta Cruz Actors’ Theatre\, 1001 Center Street\, Santa Cruz\, California\, 95060\, United States\nGeneral Admission: USD 25.00
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/skyrie-celtic-music/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Actors’ Theatre\, 1001 Center Street\, Santa Cruz\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment & Performances
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ORGANIZER;CN="Celtic Society of the Monterey Bay":MAILTO:concertdirector@celticsociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250728T100000
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SUMMARY:Sutter Maternity Postpartum Wellness Group
DESCRIPTION:Sutter Maternity Postpartum Wellness Group\nSutter Maternity Postpartum Wellness Group Mondays 10:00-11:30am  \nCall 831-477-2229 for log-in  \nSanta Cruz County Moms only  \nPregnancy 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. \n  \nPregnancy and Parenting Support Groups\nOur support groups help parents navigate newborn care\, post-partum wellness\, sibling issues and partner relationship changes that can occur after baby arrives. \nWe 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. \nOur 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.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/sutter-maternity-postpartum-wellness-group/2025-07-28/
LOCATION:Virtual\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250728T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250728T160000
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SUMMARY:Mystery Box Monday at MOD
DESCRIPTION:Mystery Box Monday at MOD\n\n\n\n\n\nMondays\,  3pm\n\n\n\nCalling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday\, the fun-filled\, brain-bending program that unleashes your child’s inner inventor\, artist\, and problem-solver!\n\n\nReserve your spot at sccmod.org/fun \n\n\nCalling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday\, the fun-filled\, brain-bending program that unleashes your child’s inner inventor\, artist\, and problem-solver! \nEvery Monday is a surprise adventure! Your child will receive a mysterious box packed with intriguing materials\, a low-temperature glue gun for safe crafting\, and a challenge card. \nHere’s what makes Mystery Box Monday so awesome: \n\nEndless Possibilities: Each box is a portal to a world of unimaginable creations. With every new challenge\, your child’s mind will stretch and twist\, blossoming with fresh ideas.\nBoosts Confidence: As kids conquer challenges and bring their creations to life\, their confidence and self-esteem soar. They’ll discover that they can achieve anything they set their minds to!\nSparks Curiosity: Mystery Box Monday ignites a love for learning and exploration. Kids will delve into different themes\, from outer space to the animal kingdom\, all while having a blast.\nStrengthens Bonds: This is an activity the whole family can enjoy! Work together\, brainstorm ideas\, and share in the laughter as you bring your mystery box masterpieces to life.\n\nWhat kind of mystery materials\, you ask? That’s the beauty of it – it’s a surprise! But you can expect to find a vibrant mix of things like: \n\nColorful craft paper and cardboard\nPipe cleaners\, googly eyes\, and pom-poms\nButtons\, beads\, and sequins\nRecycled treasures like bottle caps and egg cartons\nNature’s bounty – leaves\, twigs\, and pinecones\n\nAges 3-100 ~ Open: Monday\, Wednesday – Saturday 10am –  5pm \n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/mystery-box-monday-at-mod/2025-07-28/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery MOD\, 1855 41st Ave #10\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Classes
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250728T193000
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SUMMARY:Postpartum Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Postpartum Support International\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNEW SUPPORT GROUP!\n\n\n\nPostpartum 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.\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here: https://www.postpartum.net/…/psi-online-support-meetings/\nFull Meeting Schedule
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/postpartum-support-group/2025-07-28/
LOCATION:Virtual\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250729T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250729T170000
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SUMMARY:Toddler Time
DESCRIPTION:Toddler Time\nTuesdays 11 – 11:45am\, May 13 & 20\, June 17 & 24\, July 1\, 8\, 15\, 22 & 29 \n\nJoin us for a special series of Toddler Time where local community resource professionals answer your questions relating to aspects of child development.\n\nMay 13 – Music and Movement\nMay 20 – Nutrition\nJune 17 – Speech\, Hearing\, and Language Development\nJune 24 – Child Development and Play\n\nTuesday\, July 1\nTuesday\, July 8\nTuesday\, July 15\nTuesday\, July 22\nTuesday\, July 29
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/toddler-time/2025-07-29/
LOCATION:Scotts Valley Library\, 251 Kings Village Road\, Scotts Valley\, CA\, 95066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Family Events,Free Events,Library Special,Parent Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:elibrary@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250729T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250729T111500
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SUMMARY:Birds and Blooms Tour
DESCRIPTION:Birds and Blooms Tour\nTuesdays 9:15am\, July 29\, August 5 & 12 \nBirds and Blooms tours are back for the summer! Bird language coach Jeff Caplan is just back from travels and will lead Arboretum tours about South Africa and Australia. \nThese tours are kid and family friendly\, bilingual in English and Spanish. \nThere will be a tour on every Tuesday for the next three weeks\, which includes July 29th\, August 5th\, and August 12th. \nBring binoculars and wear comfortable shoes. \nTours begin in the visitor parking welcome area at 9:15 AM and last about two hours. \nCheck out the UCSC Arboretum website or our Instagram @ucscarboretum for updates and more information. \nTour is free with PAID admission.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/birds-and-blooms-tour/2025-07-29/
LOCATION:UCSC Arboretum & Botanic Garden\, 120 Arboretum Rd.\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95064\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Family Events,Farmers Markets & Farms,Teen Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="UCSC Arboretum &amp%3B Botanic Garden":MAILTO:lmmcnall@ucsc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250729T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250729T140000
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SUMMARY:Santa Cruz Shakespeare's Pericles
DESCRIPTION:Santa Cruz Shakespeare’s Pericles\nJuly 29 through August 30\, with Opening Night on July 31; Time Choices: 2pm\, 7pm\, 8pm \nSanta Cruz Shakespeare invites you to experience Shakespeare’s Pericles\, under the trees and stars of the Audrey Stanley Grove in Santa Cruz’s DeLaveaga Park this summer. \nShakespeare’s brilliant late romance continues the 2025 festival’s sweep into the mythic. The first half of this rarely performed play follows Prince Pericles’ incredible journey through multiple kingdoms\, wild adventures\, desperate escapes; a magnificent love affair\, a pair of storms at sea and a single shipwreck. And that’s just part one. The second half shifts some fourteen years later to Pericles’ daughter\, Marina\, who must survive her own trials: an assassination attempt\, an abduction by pirates\, the violence of a brothel. By the power of her kindness\, wit and virtue\, she rises above each of these dangers\, finally meeting her father. The reunion of Pericles and Marina is one of the most beautiful scenes Shakespeare ever wrote. We cannot survive alone; the coming together of father and daughter is the rebirth of a world. The play ends\, indeed\, with another incredible rebirth; in love and unity\, miracles are possible. \nPericles runs July 29 through August 30\, with Opening Night on July 31. \nTickets available for purchase starting May 1. More information at santacruzshakespeare.org/season-2025 \nSeasonal box office hours are Tuesday through Friday from 12p.m. to 4p.m. beginning May 1. Call 831-460-6399. \nAbout Santa Cruz Shakespeare \nFeaturing professional actors from around the country and inspired by deep local roots that go back more than 40 years\, Santa Cruz Shakespeare stages bold productions of the plays of Shakespeare and other great playwrights that stimulate audiences’ senses and spark their imagination. ShakesEDU\, a program of Santa Cruz Shakespeare\, provides students with opportunities to learn about theatre through after-school classes\, summer intensive\, traveling troupe and more. For more information about SCS\, visit santacruzshakespeare.org.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/santa-cruz-shakespeares-pericles-2/
LOCATION:Audrey Stanley Grove in DeLaveaga Park\, 501 Upper Park Rd\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95065\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250730T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250730T111500
DTSTAMP:20260403T163223
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SUMMARY:Storytime with Ivy
DESCRIPTION:Storytime with Ivy\n\nLast Wednesday of the Month 11-11:15am\n\n\nJoin Ivy\, our children’s book buyer\, at 11:00 am on the last Wednesday of the month for a storytime presentation of some of her favorite picture books! Meet in the kids’ section. \n\n\n\n\nKids Event
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/stooorytime-with-ivy/2025-07-30/
LOCATION:Bookshop Santa Cruz\, 1520 Pacific Avenue\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Free Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250730T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250730T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163223
CREATED:20200608T050351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T185602Z
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SUMMARY:Downtown Farmers Market 2022
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Farmers Market\nWednesdays\, May – Oct 1 – 6pm; Nov – April 1 – 5pm \nThe 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. \nThe 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. \n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/downtown-farmers-market/2025-07-30/
LOCATION:Downtown Farmers Market\, Cedar St & Lincoln St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Farmers Markets & Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250730T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250730T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163223
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SUMMARY:Capitola Twilight Concerts
DESCRIPTION:Capitola Twilight Concerts\nWednesdays 6pm\, June 11 – August 27 \nJoin us for the Capitola Twilight Concerts are hosted on Wednesday evenings during the summer months. All concerts begin at 6 p.m.and take place at the Esplanade bandstand in Capitola Village. These free events are made possible by the generousity of our sponsors. \nJune 11           The Digbeats                Classic Rock Oldies\nJune 18          Broken English             Caribbean Dance Music\nJune 25          Joy & Madness             Funk and Soul\nJuly 2             The B-Movie Kings       Fun\, Dance & Classic Rock\nJuly 9             Xtra Large                     Positive Vibes! (Mostly Originals)\nJuly 16            Sweet Voodoo              Classic Rock\, Soul Funk\nJuly 23           The Joint Chiefs            Soul\nJuly 30           Tin Man                         Classic Rock Done Right!\nAugust 6        The Delta Wires            Rockin’ Big Band Blues\nAugust 13       Pacific Roots                Reggae Rock\nAugust 20      Keep on Truckin’          Rock\, Blues\, Funk & R & B\nAugust 27      The Peelers                    Top 40 Dance 80’s/90’s Hits
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/capitola-twilight-concerts/2025-07-30/
LOCATION:Capitola Esplanade\, 100 Monterey Ave.\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010
CATEGORIES:Dancing,Entertainment & Performances,Family Events,Free Events
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SUMMARY:Where your California State Library Parks Pass Will Take You
DESCRIPTION:Where your California State Library Parks Pass Will Take You\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere will your California State Library Parks Pass take you?\n\n\n\nWith access to over 200 participating #CAStateParks\, the hardest part is choosing where to go first!\n\nWill it be a coastal escape? A serene redwood forest? A scenic desert landscape?\n\nHow to get your pass: Visit your local library and check out a free vehicle day-use pass.\n\nYou can find your library and eligible parks here: parks.ca.gov/LibraryPass.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/where-your-california-state-library-parks-pass-will-take-you/2025-07-31/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Public Libraries\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250801
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SUMMARY:Library Summer Reading
DESCRIPTION:Library Summer Reading\nJune 1: Sign Up\nJune 22: Last day for adult early raffle sign up\nJuly 31: Last day of Summer Reading\nAugust 9: Last day to log reading and redeem incentive prizes.\nWeek of August 11: Raffle drawings will take place and winners will begin to be notified \nThe Summer Reading Program at the Santa Cruz Public Libraries is for all ages\, from birth to 100+. We encourage parents to sign up too! Parents who read at home demonstrate to their kids & teens that reading is important & fun. \nRead to earn virtual badges\, books\, and raffle tickets for a chance to win prizes. You can sign up online for a Beanstack account any time. Our Summer Reading Program sign ups begin June 1st. You may also pick up a paper log at any of our branches beginning June 1st. \nHow it works:\n \nThis year we will be using a program called Beanstack to keep track of Summer Reading Program participation. With Beanstack\, you can log your reading minutes and activities online or with the Beanstack Tracker app on a smart phone or tablet. If you participated in our Summer Reading Program in any of the last four years\, then you probably already have a Beanstack account. We will also be offering a paper reading log for those who would like to keep track of their reading offline. For a full set of Beanstack instructions\, see the document “Program Instructions – English” on the Quick Links side bar menu. \nCreate a Beanstack account: https://santacruzpl.beanstack.org/reader365\nIf you need help creating a Beanstack account\, remembering your Beanstack username and password\, or if you would like staff to log your reading for you\, call our TelInfo staff at 831-427-7713 or email eLibrary@santacruzpl.org. \nAll types of reading minutes count:\n\nRead print materials such as books\, graphic novels\, magazines and newspapers\nRead E-books and other online resources\nListen to audiobooks\nRead to or be read to by someone else\n\nIncentives:\n \nRaffle Prizes:\nKids:\nRegular Raffle Prize winners: Gift certificates to local businesses\nRaffle Grand Prize winner: $500 gift certificate to a local bike shop of your choice \nTeens:\nRegular Raffle Prize winners: Gift certificates to local businesses\nRaffle Grand Prize winners: Win one of 3 prizes: a $500 gift certificate to local bike shop\, AirPods\, or a Kindle Fire \nAdults:\nEarly Sign Up by June 22nd for a Raffle ticket for Santa Cruz Shakespeare tickets\nRaffle ticket winners: Silver Level (15 hours) – California State Parks Annual Pass\nRaffle ticket winners: Gold Level (20 hours) – Monterey Bay Aquarium Family Membership \nPlease note: All raffle tickets are virtual tickets in Beanstack. Raffle winners will begin to be announced the week of August 11th.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/library-summer-reading/2025-07-31/
LOCATION:Your Home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250731T110000
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SUMMARY:On the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains with Pria Anand
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Author Talk with Pria Anand\nThursday\, July 31\, 11am – 12pm\, Virtual Library \n\nOn the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains with Pria Anand \nYou’re invited to a fascinating conversation with neurologist and author Pria Anand to chat about her new book The Electric Mind: A Neurologist on the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains (June 10\, 2025). \nThe Electric Mind tells the stories we tell ourselves about our brains\, and the stories our brains tell us. \nA girl believes she has been struck blind for stealing a kiss. A mother watches helplessly as each of her children is replaced by a changeling. A woman is haunted each month by the same four chords of a single song. In neurology\, illness is inextricably linked with narrative\, the clues to unraveling these mysteries hidden in both the details of a patient’s story and the tells of their body. \nStories are etched into the very structure of our brains\, coded so deeply that the impulse for storytelling survives and even surges after the most devastating injuries. But our brains are also porous—the stories they concoct are shaped by cultural narratives about bodies and illness that permeate the minds of doctors and patients alike. In the history of medicine\, some stories are heard\, while others—the narratives of women\, of Black and brown people\, of displaced people\, of disempowered people—are too often dismissed. \nIn The Mind Electric\, neurologist Pria Anand reveals—through case study\, history\, fable\, and memoir—all that the medical establishment has overlooked: the complexity and wonder of brains in health and in extremis\, and the vast gray area between sanity and insanity\, doctor and patient\, and illness and wellness\, each separated from the next by the thin veneer of a different story. \nMoving from the Boston hospital where she treats her patients\, to her childhood years in India\, to Isla Providencia in the Caribbean and to the Republic of Guinea in West Africa\, she demonstrates again and again the compelling paradox at the heart of neurology: that even the most peculiar symptoms can show us something universal about ourselves as humans. Register now to join this intriguing virtual conversation! \n  \nJoin the conversation and register at https://libraryc.org/santacruzpl/79718. \nAbout the Author: Pria Anand is a neurologist at the Boston Medical Center and an Assistant Professor at the Boston University School of Medicine. She is a graduate of Yale University and Stanford Medical School\, and she trained in neurology\, neuro-infectious diseases\, and neuroimmunology at the Johns Hopkins Hospital and the Massachusetts General Hospital. \nFor upcoming author talks\, visit https://libraryc.org/santacruzpl/upcoming. \nSCPL’s Virtual Author Talks are made possible by the Friends of the Capitola Library. \nThursday\, July 31\, 11am – 12pm\, Virtual Library \nAdults
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/on-the-strangeness-and-wonder-of-our-brains-with-pria-anand/
LOCATION:CA
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250731T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163223
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T235053Z
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SUMMARY:Mah Jongg Club - Hong Kong Style
DESCRIPTION:Mah Jongg Club – Hong Kong Style\n\nThursdays\,  2 – 4pm\, through December 18 \nWelcome players of all levels – the experienced and the newly curious! \nConnect with fellow Mahjong enthusiasts and build a supportive community. Share experiences\, exchange tips\, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow learners. \nI 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.   \nWe have tile sets to choose from or you may bring your own. \nAll 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.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/mah-jongg-club-hong-kong-style/2025-07-31/
LOCATION:Aptos Library\, 7695 Soquel Dr\,\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003
CATEGORIES:Classes,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163223
CREATED:20250731T155509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T155509Z
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SUMMARY:Parent Nest A Guided Play and Connection Series
DESCRIPTION:Parent Nest A Guided Play and Connection Series\nFridays 10am\, August 1 – November 21\nSession 1 August 8\, 15\, 22\, 29th\nSession 2 September 5\, 12\, 19\, 26\nSession 3 October 3\, 10\, 17\, 24th\nSession 4 October 31st\, November 7\, 14\, 21st \nFall cohorts now enrolling… Parenting is better together! \nIf 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\n \nCreated 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. \nEach 45-minute session nurtures your child’s natural development through research-backed activities that: \n\nBuild 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.\n\nDevelop Pre-Language Skills: Our musical activities introduce rhythm\, repetition\, and simple signs\, laying the groundwork for communication long before first words appear. \n\n\nEnhance 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. \n\n\nFoster Social-Emotional Growth: Through guided interactions\, babies learn early social cues while parents discover ways to support emotional development during daily routines. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a four-week play-based program designed to support your baby’s development while building connection with other caregivers.\n\n\n\nFind your community of support: Early Development Classes in a Museum Setting\n\n\n\nFree for members!\nFree Children Under 12 Months\n$35 – Non-members per session (We will email you a link to pay) \nThank you to Musical Me for sponsoring our program.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/parent-nest-a-guided-play-and-connection-series-3/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery MOD\, 1855 41st Ave #10\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Classes,Family Events,Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163223
CREATED:20250731T161533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T161533Z
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SUMMARY:Stuffie Hide & Seek
DESCRIPTION:Stuffie Hide & Seek\nFriday\, August 1\, 10am – 6pm\nEvery day through December 1 \nA cuddly\, book-loving stuffed animal is hiding in the Children’s Room—can you track it down? Explore the shelves\, uncover fun books and surprises\, and when you find the critter\, let a librarian know to earn a sticker prize! This passive program runs all day\, every day—just drop in and join the fun! \nAptos Library Children’s Room
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/stuffie-hide-and-seek/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:Aptos Library\, 7695 Soquel Dr\,\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Family Events,Free Events,Library Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163223
CREATED:20250731T162200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T163107Z
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SUMMARY:Rubber Duck Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Rubber Duck Scavenger Hunt\nFriday\, August 1\, 10am – 6pm \n\nWe’ve hidden a rubber duck somewhere amongst our book stacks. \nIf you happen to find our rubber duck\, please bring him to the front desk\, and you’ll receive a special prize. \nHappy searching!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/rubber-duck-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:La Selva Beach Library\, 316 Estrella Avenue\, La Selva Beach\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Family Events,Free Events,Library Special
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163223
CREATED:20250126T225355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250607T123943Z
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SUMMARY:Little Discoverer Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Little Discoverer Infant/Toddler Fridays\n\nFridays 10:30-11am \n\n\n\n\nMake 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree with daily admission and no pre-registration required \nAges 0-3 years  \nJoin us and experience: \n\nSensory Extravaganza: Dive into a world of textures\, colors\, and sounds as your little explorer engages in sensory-rich activities tailored to their developmental stage.\nMusical Moments: Let the rhythm take over! Our interactive musical sessions will have your tots tapping their tiny toes and exploring the joy of sound.\nParent-Child Bonding: Forge connections with fellow caregivers while your little ones build social skills through play and shared exploration.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n_____________________ \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMod is open: Monday and Wednesday – Saturday\, 10am-5pm \nDaily Tickets: \n\nAll non-member adults & children: $10\,  half-price grandparents/senior on Wednesdays: $5\nMuseums for All (with EBT card): $3\nChildren under 1: Free\nAll members: Free\nWe offer annual memberships\, monthly memberships\, and 10-pass punch cards.\nClick here to become a member\nCall 831-316-5200 to inquire about our new punchcard.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/little-discoverer-fridays/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery – MOD\, 1855 41st Ave\, suite C-10\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Classes,Family Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163223
CREATED:20221014T074823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T074823Z
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SUMMARY:New Support Group Stillbirth & Infant Loss Support
DESCRIPTION:New Support Group Stillbirth & Infant Loss Support\nJoin us on the 1st and 3rd Friday\, 11am – 12:30pm\, beginning June 17 \nThis 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.< \nOur 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.” \nRegister at http://bit.ly/FindSupportGroup
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/new-support-group-stillbirth-infant-loss-support/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163223
CREATED:20240309T014936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240309T015101Z
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SUMMARY:Bring Your Own Book (BYOB)
DESCRIPTION:Bring Your Own Book (BYOB)\n3rd Fridays\, 11am – 12:30pm\, March 15 – December 20 \nJoin us at the Aptos Branch Library for an engaging and dynamic book group experience: Bring Your Own Book (BYOB).  \nThis 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.  \nhttps://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/12055882 \nHow It Works: \n\nChoose 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.\nBring 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.\nEngage 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.\nRespectful 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.\nDiscover 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!\n\nWhether 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!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/bring-your-own-book-byob/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:Aptos Public Library\, 7695 Soquel Drive\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Library Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163223
CREATED:20250306T135419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T164115Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz at the Library
DESCRIPTION:Jazz at the Library\nFriday 12 – 1pm\, August 1 \nJoin us at the Downtown Library and enjoy free jazz music by local musicians!  \nIn memory of her husband\, bassist and jazz singer\, Betty has created the William H. Nadeau Memorial Fund promoting and rewarding excellence in jazz performance.  \nIn partnering with the library\, the memorial fund is able to bring the wonderful sounds of live jazz music to the community.  \nhttps://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/14621683
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/jazz-at-the-library/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment & Performances,Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Library Special,Performances
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public LIbraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163223
CREATED:20250731T164923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T170238Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz at the Library
DESCRIPTION:Jazz at the Library\nFriday 12 – 1pm\, August 1 \nJoin us at the Downtown Library and enjoy free jazz music by local musicians!  \nIn memory of her husband\, bassist and jazz singer\, Betty has created the William H. Nadeau Memorial Fund promoting and rewarding excellence in jazz performance.  \nIn partnering with the library\, the memorial fund is able to bring the wonderful sounds of live jazz music to the community.  \nhttps://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/14621683
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/jazz-at-the-library-2/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment & Performances,Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163223
CREATED:20240814T221540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T221540Z
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SUMMARY:Scrabble at La Selva Beach
DESCRIPTION:Scrabble La Selva Beach\nAugust 2 – November 15\, Fridays\, 1 – 2pm \n\nDid 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. \nLa Selva Beach Library\, 316 Estrella Ave.\, LSB \nAre you a bridge player too?  The LSB Bridge Club is 10:30-12:00 on Fridays (except the 1st Friday of the month). \nQuestions? Call the La Selva Beach Library at 831-427-7710.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/scrabble-at-la-selva-beach/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:La Selva Beach Library\, 316 Estrella Avenue\, La Selva Beach\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Teen Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163223
CREATED:20250126T194229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250126T194229Z
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SUMMARY:Lego Brick Builder Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Lego Brick Builder Fridays\nFridays\, 3-4pm \nCalling All Master Builders! \nGet ready to unleash your creativity and engineering skills at the Children’s Museum of Discovery’s LEGO Challenge Build Event! This exciting event is perfect for LEGO fans of all ages. \nHere’s what you can expect: \n\nA Fun Challenge: We’ll have a special build theme announced on the day of the event. It could be anything from building the tallest tower to creating the most fantastical creature!\nA Sea of Bricks: We’ll provide a massive collection of LEGO bricks to fuel your imagination.\nBuilding Buddies: Work together with other LEGO enthusiasts to create something truly amazing.\nShow Off Your Skills: Once the time is up\, all creations will be displayed for everyone to admire.\n\nMod is open: Monday and Wednesday – Saturday\, 10am-5pm \nDaily Tickets: \n\nAll non-member adults & children: $10​1/2-price grandparents/senior on Wednesdays: $5\nMuseums for All (with EBT card): $3\nChildren under 1: Free\nAll members: Free\nWe offer annual memberships\, monthly memberships\, and 10-pass punch cards.\nClick here to become a member\nCall 831-316-5200 to inquire about our new punchcard.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/lego-brick-builder-fridays-2/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery – MOD\, 1855 41st Ave\, suite C-10\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Family Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163223
CREATED:20211022T171512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211022T173530Z
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SUMMARY:Friday Pet Food Pantry
DESCRIPTION:Friday Pet Food Pantry\nFridays 2-5pm \nJust a friendly reminder that our Pet Food Pantry is still happening every Friday from 3-5pm!  \nDonate anytime!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/friday-pet-food-pantry/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:SPCA\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Volunteer Opportunities
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ORGANIZER;CN="SPCA":MAILTO:info@spcasc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163223
CREATED:20250629T135235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250629T135235Z
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SUMMARY:Boulder Creek First Friday
DESCRIPTION:First Friday Boulder Creek Sip & Savor\n1st Fridays 5-8pm\, August 1\, September 5\, October 3\, November 7\, December 5\n\nAt First Friday in Boulder Creek\, you can find unique arts and crafts at vendor booths throughout the downtown core\, food trucks\, and most months will include a special activity and/or kid zone on Forest St. Join us and our vendors on Forest St. on the west side of Hwy 9. \n\n\n\n\nFri\, Aug 1\, Sip & Savor\nFri\, Sep 5\,  Chalk it Up  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFri\, Oct 3\,  Spooktacular \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSat\, Nov 1\, Fall Town Sweep\, Meet by Jenna Sue’s Café\n\n\n\nFri\, Nov 7\,  Giving Thanks \n\n\n\nFri\, Dec 5\, Ugly Sweater
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/boulder-creek-first-friday/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:Boulder Creek Downtown\, Boulder Creek\, CA\, 95018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Date Night,Family Events,Retail Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250801T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163223
CREATED:20250731T140846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T140846Z
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SUMMARY:A Whale of a Birthday
DESCRIPTION:The Museum’s 120th Birthday Party!\nFriday\, August 1\,  5 – 8pm; Free entry to museum all day 11am – 8pm\n\nTo celebrate\, we’re throwing a huge whale of a birthday party for August’s First Friday! \nWe’re bringing together some of our friends from across the community for a night of games\, arts and crafts\, music\, and so much more. Learn about the impacts made by these partners throughout the County and our shared collaborative histories over the years. \nAs a special treat\, there will be a storytime with internationally acclaimed children’s book author\, Taylor Lahey. To spotlight the Museum’s commitment to environmental education for all ages\, Taylor will be reading his book about youth-driven environmental activism which shows anyone\, no matter the age\, can make a positive impact in the world! \nPLUS\, this wouldn’t be a party without a FREE dessert station from Freedom Bakery! We’ll have a sweets bar for the kiddos and an open bar for the adults. In addition to the festivities\, there will be information on upcoming programs\, the opportunity to experience our special redwood exhibit\, and to explore special seasonal items in the Gift Shop. \nAccessibility\n\n\n\nDrop-by anytime 5-8 p.m. to join the festivities!\nAdmission to the Museum is free all day\, 11am – 8pm\nFollow the latest guidelines for health and safety.\nRestrooms and water fountains are available inside the Museum.\nBooths and activities will be indoors and outdoors.\nStorytime will be located indoors\, with the first reading at 5:30\, with an encore reading at 6:30\n\n\n\nCommunity Groups and Vendors\n\n\n\nSanta Cruz Shakespeare \nSempervirens Fund \nSave Our Shores \nSea Otter Savvy \nCabrillo College \nUCSC Arboretum \nUCSC Geology Department\nCalifornia Native Plant Society\, Santa Cruz Chapter \nSeymour Center \nSanta Cruz Museum of Art and History \nPajaro Valley Arts \nMonterey Bay Sanctuary Exploration Center \nCotoni-Coast Dairies National Monument \nUCSC Genomics Institute
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/a-whale-of-a-birthday/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Date Night,Family Events,Free Events,Teen Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History":MAILTO:info@santacruzmuseum.org
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SUMMARY:Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party
DESCRIPTION:Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party\nFridays\, May 30 – August 29\, 5:00 to 8:30ish \nThe Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 5th year—every Friday from May 30th to August 29th. \nWe’re re-imagining the event\, and we can’t wait to share the details with you! \nIn the meantime\, we’re calling for vendors and sponsors to join us. No need to RSVP\, just show up! Apply to be a Vendor at Midtown Fridays\, \nBands\nMay 30  Santa Cruz Super Group\nJune 6   Santa Cruz Latin Collective\nJune 13  James Durbin and The Lost Boys\nJune 20  Santa Cruda\nJune 27   Ribsys Nickel\nJuly 11  DJ Monk Earl of Afrobeats Nite\nJuly 25  Ripatti Rose Band\nAugust 1  Alwa Gordon / Silvandgold & Friends\nAugust 8  Alex Lucero Band\nAugust 15  Ancestree & Friends\nAugust 22   Jive Machine\nAugust 29  Streetlight Records 5oth Anniversary Party with Slow Gherkin\, Opening with Voluntary Hazing \nContact Event Santa Cruz to be a Sponsor \n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/santa-cruz-midtown-fridays-summer-block-party/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:The Lot\, 1111 Soquel Ave.\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062
CATEGORIES:Dancing,Date Night,Entertainment & Performances,Family Events,Free Events
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SUMMARY:Dare to Dream
DESCRIPTION:Dare to Dream\n\nFriday\, August 1\, 6:30pm\nSaturday\, August 2\, 1:30pm & 6:30pm\nSunday\, August 3\, 1:30pm\n\n\nJoin us for the Disney sensation – Dare to Dream- a musical revue that will have you singing and dancing all the way home.\n\nPerformed for one weekend only at the Colligan Theater.\n\n* suitable for the entire family *\n\nwww.allabouttheatre.org/buy-tickets/
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/dare-to-dream-2/
LOCATION:Colligan Theater at The Tannery\, 1010 River St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060
CATEGORIES:Entertainment & Performances,Family Events,Teen Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="All About Theatre":MAILTO:lindsey@allabouttheatre.org
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