Week of Events
Summer Reading Program
Summer Reading Program June 1 - July 31 The Summer Reading program at the Santa Cruz Public Libraries is for all ages, from birth to 100+. Read and complete activities 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. […]
Santa Cruz Teenagers
Santa Cruz Teenagers Vicky Boone Casting is looking for teenagers in and around the Santa Cruz, CA area for a major feature film shooting here next year. The film will be created by an Academy Award-winning filmmaking team. Young adults 14-18 are encouraged to submit for the project. No acting experience required! WHO WE’RE LOOKING […]
Summer Reading Program
Summer Reading Program June 1 - July 31 The Summer Reading program at the Santa Cruz Public Libraries is for all ages, from birth to 100+. Read and complete activities 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. […]
Agents of Discovery Bay Area Explorers
Agents of Discovery Bay Area Explorers June 30 - August 31 We are excited to launch this year's Bay Area Explorer 2.0 Campaign! The Campaign will be running from June 30th- August 31st and we invite all players to get out and explore your communities in a whole new way! Agents of Discovery Bay Area […]
Film Screening of “Documented”
June 18 - July 3 The film “Documented” by author Jose Antonio Vargas will be available for library patrons to view online from June 18th to July 3rd. “Documented” tells Vargas’ powerful story of coming to the United States from the Philippines at age 12, fulfilling his academic dreams and finding his voice as a […]
Santa Cruz Teenagers
Santa Cruz Teenagers Vicky Boone Casting is looking for teenagers in and around the Santa Cruz, CA area for a major feature film shooting here next year. The film will be created by an Academy Award-winning filmmaking team. Young adults 14-18 are encouraged to submit for the project. No acting experience required! WHO WE’RE LOOKING […]
Build a Pumptrack, Win a Trek Kids’ Bike!
Build a Pumptrack, Win a Trek Kids’ Bike!
Make your kid's dreams come true with an all-new bike from Trek! Fundraising Campaign June - 28 Santa Cruz Mountains Trail Stewardship (SCMTS) is currently constructing an all-new outdoor pumptrack for cyclists, skateboarders, scooterers, and more on the Westside of Santa Cruz. We're replacing an old, loved-to-death track with a fresh, kid-friendly design and upgraded […]
Sutter Maternity Postpartum Wellness Group
Sutter Maternity Postpartum Wellness Group
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 […]
Toddler Time by Julie
Toddler Time by Julie
Toddler Time by Julie Toddler Time is a weekly early literacy program for families with children ages 0-3 years old. Music, movement, stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and songs are a fun way for your child to learn. Parents are encouraged to participate it the fun. You must register for this event in order to receive the […]
Postpartum Support Group
Postpartum Support Group
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 […]
Cuéntame un Cuento Online
Cuéntame un Cuento Online
Cuéntame un Cuento Online Join us for Spanish Storytime, Mondays, 5:30pm. It's going to be a live Zoom meeting. Registration is required for this event. Registrants will receive an email 24 hours and 1 hour prior to the program with a Zoom link and instructions for logging in. Register: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/7465143?hs=a Acompáñanos para una hora de […]
Nutcracker the Movie
Nutcracker the Movie
Nutcracker the Movie Bring the family to this beautiful Holiday Movie in the comfort and safety of your own car! Always supporting Jacob's Heart! Boardwalk Drive-In December 18-19-20 5:30 & 7:30 Tickets: AgapeDance.com
Toddler Time by Julie
Toddler Time by Julie
Toddler Time by Julie Toddler Time is a weekly early literacy program for families with children ages 0-3 years old. Music, movement, stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and songs are a fun way for your child to learn. Parents are encouraged to participate it the fun. You must register for this event in order to receive the […]
My Play Club
My Play Club
Tuesdays 6/1 - 7/27, 2 - 4pm Swing by Becky's table to check out this week's activity, see other families, then head to LEO's Haven for some playtime! This is a Family Meet-up Activity, no drop-offs! Meet-ups are currently scheduled every Tuesday in June and July, 2021. Sign up for as many weeks as you […]
Developing Good Bedtime Routines
Developing Good Bedtime Routines
Developing Good Bedtime Routines Tuesday, June 29, 5 – 6:30pm Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • Common reasons why children have difficulty going to bed and sleeping through the night • How to create peaceful bedtime routines that work for the whole family • Tips to help children develop healthy sleep habits […]
Nutcracker the Movie
Nutcracker the Movie
Nutcracker the Movie Bring the family to this beautiful Holiday Movie in the comfort and safety of your own car! Always supporting Jacob's Heart! Boardwalk Drive-In December 18-19-20 5:30 & 7:30 Tickets: AgapeDance.com
Intro to Java Script Drawing & Animation
Intro to Java Script Drawing & Animation
Intro to Java Script: Drawing & Animation Wednesdays @ 3-4pm. Registration is required. https://libraryaware.com/2BPWRG?SID=81a5e7b9-1aa7-4ee3-921e-4213e838b9a5 This program will follow the curriculum from Khan Academy called “Intro to JS: Drawing & Animation”. It covers fundamental ideas of computer science, and helps students learn one of the most popular programming languages right now, JavaScript. The curriculum has 18 modules, […]
Bullying Prevention, for Santa Cruz County Adults
Bullying Prevention, for Santa Cruz County Adults
Parentpower Workshop: Bullying Prevention, for Santa Cruz County adults June 30, 5:30-6:30pm Santa Cruz County parents and caregivers: learn ways to help kids and teens be safe from bullying, online and off! Skills include how to prepare youth to: Act aware, calm, and confident Deal with peer pressure, shunning, and exclusion Spot and address signs […]
Nutcracker the Movie
Nutcracker the Movie
Nutcracker the Movie Bring the family to this beautiful Holiday Movie in the comfort and safety of your own car! Always supporting Jacob's Heart! Boardwalk Drive-In December 18-19-20 5:30 & 7:30 Tickets: AgapeDance.com
Hats Off Santa Cruz Grads
Hats Off Santa Cruz Grads
Hats Off Santa Cruz Grads Open Thursdays - Saturdays 1-4pm Photographic and Oral Histories of 2020 High School Graduates During the Pandemic Thursday, June 17 – Saturday, July 24 The graduates of the class of 2020 faced more uncertainty and collective hardship than any other graduating class in recent memory because of the pandemic. The […]
Nutcracker the Movie
Nutcracker the Movie
Nutcracker the Movie Bring the family to this beautiful Holiday Movie in the comfort and safety of your own car! Always supporting Jacob's Heart! Boardwalk Drive-In December 18-19-20 5:30 & 7:30 Tickets: AgapeDance.com
BIG PARKING LOT BOOKSALE AT SV LIBRARY
BIG PARKING LOT BOOKSALE AT SV LIBRARY
BIG PARKING LOT BOOKSALE AT SV LIBRARY July 10, 10am-2pm The Friends of the Scotts Valley Library are holding a parking lot sale on Saturday, July 10th from 10-2, at the Scotts Valley Library located at 251 Kings Village Road. Gently used books of all genres available, including many children's books. Most books are only […]
Hats Off Santa Cruz Grads
Hats Off Santa Cruz Grads
Hats Off Santa Cruz Grads Open Thursdays - Saturdays 1-4pm Photographic and Oral Histories of 2020 High School Graduates During the Pandemic Thursday, June 17 – Saturday, July 24 The graduates of the class of 2020 faced more uncertainty and collective hardship than any other graduating class in recent memory because of the pandemic. The […]
Midtown Summer Block Party
Midtown Summer Block Party
Midtown Summer Block Party Free Event! Fridays through October 29 - 5:00 to 8:30ish Come Celebrate all the vibrancy of Midtown at our Summer Block Party, happening every Friday! 1111 Soquel Ave Food – Artists – Live Music – Vendors June 4th Vendors: Stay Cool Ice Cream Truck, Chicken Foot, Pana Food Truck, Willow & The […]
Roaring Camp Summer Music Series
Roaring Camp Summer Music Series
Roaring Camp Summer Music Series All Summer Long! 5 - 8pm See schedule at Felton Music Hall. Join us in the redwoods for your favorite bands all summer long. Thee are socially distanced pod shows.
Cabrillo Stage Big Band
Cabrillo Stage Big Band
Cabrillo Stage Big Band July 2, 6-7:15pm ~ July 3, 2 -3:15pm & 6-7:15pm ~ July 4, 2 -3:15pm & 6-7:15pm Live Streaming) + (Limited Live Audience) Outdoor Amphitheater Take a nostalgic ride back in time to the Swing Era as we kick off our Summer Festival with the toe-tapping sounds of the Cabrillo Stage […]
Movies at Monterey Fairgrounds
Movies at Monterey Fairgrounds
Movies at Monterey Fairgrounds June 25 & 26 and July 2 & 3 Join Us For An Evening At The Drive In & Bring your lawn chairs! We have reduced capacity so families can spread out under the stars. Why not come grab dinner and a movie? Going to Hogwarts this weekend?? We're having a […]
Nutcracker the Movie
Nutcracker the Movie
Nutcracker the Movie Bring the family to this beautiful Holiday Movie in the comfort and safety of your own car! Always supporting Jacob's Heart! Boardwalk Drive-In December 18-19-20 5:30 & 7:30 Tickets: AgapeDance.com
Free to Be a Kid Clothing Exchange
Free to Be a Kid Clothing Exchange
Free to Be a Kid Clothing Exchange Bring what you can, take what you need.
Hats Off Santa Cruz Grads
Hats Off Santa Cruz Grads
Hats Off Santa Cruz Grads Open Thursdays - Saturdays 1-4pm Photographic and Oral Histories of 2020 High School Graduates During the Pandemic Thursday, June 17 – Saturday, July 24 The graduates of the class of 2020 faced more uncertainty and collective hardship than any other graduating class in recent memory because of the pandemic. The […]
Movies at Monterey Fairgrounds
Movies at Monterey Fairgrounds
Movies at Monterey Fairgrounds June 25 & 26 and July 2 & 3 Join Us For An Evening At The Drive In & Bring your lawn chairs! We have reduced capacity so families can spread out under the stars. Why not come grab dinner and a movie? Going to Hogwarts this weekend?? We're having a […]
Cabrillo Stage Big Band
Cabrillo Stage Big Band
Cabrillo Stage Big Band July 2, 6-7:15pm ~ July 3, 2 -3:15pm & 6-7:15pm ~ July 4, 2 -3:15pm & 6-7:15pm Live Streaming) + (Limited Live Audience) Outdoor Amphitheater Take a nostalgic ride back in time to the Swing Era as we kick off our Summer Festival with the toe-tapping sounds of the Cabrillo Stage […]
Nutcracker the Movie
Nutcracker the Movie
Nutcracker the Movie Bring the family to this beautiful Holiday Movie in the comfort and safety of your own car! Always supporting Jacob's Heart! Boardwalk Drive-In December 18-19-20 5:30 & 7:30 Tickets: AgapeDance.com
Pancake Breakfast
Pancake Breakfast
Pancake Breakfast July 4, 8:30 - 11:30am Our friends at the Market Street Senior Center will be serving their Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, July 4th (and more Sundays) from 8:30am to 11:00am. Order and pay at the door at 222 Market Street, Santa Cruz. The Take-away Breakfast consists of pancakes, sausages, and scrambled eggs. Charge […]
Live Oak Farmers Market
Live Oak Farmers Market
Organic produce from local farms, tree ripened fruits, dried fruit and nuts, fresh bread, pastries, seafood, pasture-raised organic meats and more
Monthly Wharf Walks
Monthly Wharf Walks
Monthly Wharf Walks Monterey, CA. February 22, 2021. Monterey's Fisherman's Wharf Association continues the monthly Wharf Walks with noted Monterey Bay Fisheries Historian and author, Tim Thomas. On Sunday, March 7th, the monthly "Wharf Walks - Walking Tours at Monterey's Old Fisherman's Wharf that are held on the first Sunday of every month from 10:00 […]
July 4 World’s Shortest Parade Aptos
July 4 World’s Shortest Parade Aptos
The world’s shortest parade is back this July Fourth. The parade route is only a half-mile long, but it attracts thousands and can last upwards of two hours. The Aptos Chamber of Commerce is now accepting participants. Tel: 831-688-1467, Email: info@aptoschamber.com The event will follow state and county COVID-19 regulations — whatever they may be […]
Corralitos Farm & Garden Market
Corralitos Farm & Garden Market
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, […]
Little Red Schoolhouse 4th of July Celebration
Little Red Schoolhouse 4th of July Celebration
Little Red Schoolhouse 4th of July Celebration Join us this 4th of July to celebrate community and the little red schoolhouse! An annual tradition on Alba Rd was the 4th of July celebration at the schoolhouse. While the land isn’t quite ready for us to return yet, the @sequoiaretreatcenter is graciously hosting this year - […]
4th July Free Swim at Simpkins
4th July Free Swim at Simpkins
4th July Free Swim at Simpkins Happy 4th of July. Join us for a free recreation swim Sunday July, 4th from 1-4:30pm. Hot dogs, chips, and refreshments will be sold. No reservation required. First come first served.
Tour the UCSC Farm with a Docent
Tour the UCSC Farm with a Docent
See first-hand how to build fertile soil and control pests, recycle yard and kitchen waste, conserve water, and encourage biodiversity
Cabrillo Stage Big Band
Cabrillo Stage Big Band
Cabrillo Stage Big Band July 2, 6-7:15pm ~ July 3, 2 -3:15pm & 6-7:15pm ~ July 4, 2 -3:15pm & 6-7:15pm Live Streaming) + (Limited Live Audience) Outdoor Amphitheater Take a nostalgic ride back in time to the Swing Era as we kick off our Summer Festival with the toe-tapping sounds of the Cabrillo Stage […]
Nutcracker the Movie
Nutcracker the Movie
Nutcracker the Movie Bring the family to this beautiful Holiday Movie in the comfort and safety of your own car! Always supporting Jacob's Heart! Boardwalk Drive-In December 18-19-20 5:30 & 7:30 Tickets: AgapeDance.com