Week of Events
8th Annual Get Into Your Sanctuary Celebration
8th Annual Get Into Your Sanctuary Celebration August 2-8 Your Adventure Starts Here! Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary is one of the most biodiverse areas in our world’s ocean. Birds, whales, sea otters, and harbor seals call the sanctuary home. Some of the best ways to experience the sanctuary are through the many on-the-water recreational […]
July Library Hours
July Library Hours The Aptos, Boulder Creek, Branciforte, and Garfield Park Branches remain closed for construction. The correct extended hours at open branches are as follows: Capitola: Sun 1-5, Mon-Thu 10-6, Fri - Sat 12-5 Downtown: Sun 1-5, Mon-Thu 10-6, Fri - Sat 12-5 Felton: Mon -Thu 10-6, Fri Closed, Sat - Sun 1-5 La […]
8th Annual Get Into Your Sanctuary Celebration
8th Annual Get Into Your Sanctuary Celebration August 2-8 Your Adventure Starts Here! Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary is one of the most biodiverse areas in our world’s ocean. Birds, whales, sea otters, and harbor seals call the sanctuary home. Some of the best ways to experience the sanctuary are through the many on-the-water recreational […]
8th Annual Get Into Your Sanctuary Celebration
8th Annual Get Into Your Sanctuary Celebration August 2-8 Your Adventure Starts Here! Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary is one of the most biodiverse areas in our world’s ocean. Birds, whales, sea otters, and harbor seals call the sanctuary home. Some of the best ways to experience the sanctuary are through the many on-the-water recreational […]
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 […]
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 […]
Boardwalk Marketplace Popup
Boardwalk Marketplace Popup Daily Support local artists and small businesses at the NEW Boardwalk Marketplace Pop-Up! Located on the Colonnade between Marini's and O'Neills. https://beachboardwalk.com/Marketplace
8th Annual Get Into Your Sanctuary Celebration
8th Annual Get Into Your Sanctuary Celebration August 2-8 Your Adventure Starts Here! Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary is one of the most biodiverse areas in our world’s ocean. Birds, whales, sea otters, and harbor seals call the sanctuary home. Some of the best ways to experience the sanctuary are through the many on-the-water recreational […]
8th Annual Get Into Your Sanctuary Celebration
8th Annual Get Into Your Sanctuary Celebration August 2-8 Your Adventure Starts Here! Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary is one of the most biodiverse areas in our world’s ocean. Birds, whales, sea otters, and harbor seals call the sanctuary home. Some of the best ways to experience the sanctuary are through the many on-the-water recreational […]
8th Annual Get Into Your Sanctuary Celebration
8th Annual Get Into Your Sanctuary Celebration August 2-8 Your Adventure Starts Here! Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary is one of the most biodiverse areas in our world’s ocean. Birds, whales, sea otters, and harbor seals call the sanctuary home. Some of the best ways to experience the sanctuary are through the many on-the-water recreational […]
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 […]
8th Annual Get Into Your Sanctuary Celebration
8th Annual Get Into Your Sanctuary Celebration August 2-8 Your Adventure Starts Here! Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary is one of the most biodiverse areas in our world’s ocean. Birds, whales, sea otters, and harbor seals call the sanctuary home. Some of the best ways to experience the sanctuary are through the many on-the-water recreational […]
Boardwalk Marketplace Popup
Boardwalk Marketplace Popup Daily Support local artists and small businesses at the NEW Boardwalk Marketplace Pop-Up! Located on the Colonnade between Marini's and O'Neills. https://beachboardwalk.com/Marketplace
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 […]
Herramientas para manejar la depresión y ansiedad en adolescentes
Herramientas para manejar la depresión y ansiedad en adolescentes
Herramientas para manejar la depresión y ansiedad en adolescentes July 12, 6-pm Cada lunes, del 12 de julio al 2 de agosto, 2021, 6:00 – 8:00 pm Asista por 4 semanas a este grupo virtual de Triple P para conocer a otras familias y aprender estrategias sencillas que le ayudarán a: Construir relaciones positivas con […]
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
Undiscovered Shakespeare The Wars of the Roses
Undiscovered Shakespeare The Wars of the Roses
The Agitators July 20 - August 29, most Tuesdays through Sundays - Live at The Grove (Streaming Option Available) This play, by Mat Smart, tells the story of Fredrick Douglas and Susan B. Anthony. Over the forty-five volatile years that they knew one another, they were friends, allies, and adversaries. Their hopes and dreams for […]
First Tuesdays FREE Stroller Strides + Playgroup with FIT4MOM Santa Cruz
First Tuesdays FREE Stroller Strides + Playgroup with FIT4MOM Santa Cruz
First Tuesdays FREE Stroller Strides + Playgroup Join us for a FREE Stroller Strides® workout + playgroup on the 1st Tuesday of every month at 9:30 AM at Seascape Park in Aptos! What is Stroller Strides? Stroller Strides is a functional, total-body conditioning workout designed for moms with kids in tow. Each 60-minute workout is […]
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 […]
Amah Mutsun Fire Relationships
Amah Mutsun Fire Relationships
Amah Mutsun Fire Relationships Tuesday, August 3, 6-7pm Fire is many things to the Amah Mutsun and other California Indian Tribes — it is sacred, it is a tool gifted by Creator, and it is a way to restore balance to Mother Earth. This presentation hosted by the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History will […]
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
Rockin’ Pop-Up: Great Geologic Goodbyes
Rockin’ Pop-Up: Great Geologic Goodbyes
Rockin’ Pop-Up: Great Geologic Goodbyes Wednesday, August 4 | 12-12:30pm For over three years, the Geology Gents have been regular fixtures at the Museum — both online and in-person. For this month’s pop-up though, we say goodbye to Graham as he heads out to New Hampshire for his post-doctoral work at Dartmouth College. The good […]
Suki’s Classes at Athena’s
Suki’s Classes at Athena’s
Suki's Classes at Athena's Signup now; Begin August 11 or 12 Yum! A class about food and eating An online course with Suki Wessling at Athena's Advanced Academy You eat every day, but what do you know about food? In this class we’ll learn about food, talk about food, try new foods, make food, and eat […]
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
Santa Cruz Shakespeare: RII
Santa Cruz Shakespeare: RII
July 21 - August 21 on selected days The story that sets England’s Wars of the Roses in motion, Jessica Kubzansky’s adaptation of Shakespeare’s Richard II tells the story of that king’s ill-fated reign using just three actors. What is our responsibility when a bad leader rightfully occupies the throne? This exploration of divine right, […]
Stuff the Bus!
Stuff the Bus!
Stuff the Bus! Every year, Santa Cruz County Office of Education and United Way team up to host Stuff The Bus to gather essential backpacks and school supplies to help prepare youth for the new school year. We provide these backpacks and supplies to youth currently experiencing homelessness and/or other hardships. In 2020, Stuff The Bus provided […]
Suki’s Classes at Athena’s
Suki’s Classes at Athena’s
Suki's Classes at Athena's Signup now; Begin August 11 or 12 Yum! A class about food and eating An online course with Suki Wessling at Athena's Advanced Academy You eat every day, but what do you know about food? In this class we’ll learn about food, talk about food, try new foods, make food, and eat […]
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 […]
Wildfire Solutions
Wildfire Solutions
Wildfire Solutions “Not If, But When: Wildfire Solutions” Screening and Directors Q&A Thursday, August 5, 6-8pm Join director/producer team Radu Sava and Rebekah Hood-Sava for a screening of their documentary "Not If, But When: Wildfire Solutions" followed by a Q&A. This film will explore the changing ways we deal with wildfires in America, the impact […]
Santa Cruz Shakespeare: The Agitators
Santa Cruz Shakespeare: The Agitators
July 20 - August 29 on selected days This play tells the story of Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony. Over the 45 volatile years they knew one another, they were friends, allies and adversaries. Their hopes and dreams for equality brought them to common ground and political battlefields. As agitators, they were not content […]
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
August First Friday Speed Wheel Exhibition Opening
August First Friday Speed Wheel Exhibition Opening
August First Friday: Speed Wheel Exhibition Opening Friday, August 6, 12-pm Explore all three floors of exhibitions and see the new exhibition, The Art of the Santa Cruz Speed Wheel. Check out a heat press activity with NHS and Herschel. Grab a creativity kit for the children (or inner children) in your life. Then, stay […]
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 […]
Suki’s Classes at Athena’s
Suki’s Classes at Athena’s
Suki's Classes at Athena's Signup now; Begin August 11 or 12 Yum! A class about food and eating An online course with Suki Wessling at Athena's Advanced Academy You eat every day, but what do you know about food? In this class we’ll learn about food, talk about food, try new foods, make food, and eat […]
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 […]
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
Santa Cruz Shakespeare: RII
Santa Cruz Shakespeare: RII
July 21 - August 21 on selected days The story that sets England’s Wars of the Roses in motion, Jessica Kubzansky’s adaptation of Shakespeare’s Richard II tells the story of that king’s ill-fated reign using just three actors. What is our responsibility when a bad leader rightfully occupies the throne? This exploration of divine right, […]
Early Bird Tours are back!
Early Bird Tours are back!
Early Bird Tours are back! First Saturdays of the month A special early morning birding tour especially for birders. Meets the first Saturday of every month at 8:30am at the Reserve. We will be taking reservations for Early Bird Tours. Sign ups are only available for the upcoming tour, limited to 10 spots. The August […]
Midsummer Magic Market
Midsummer Magic Market
Midsummer Magic Market! Saturday August 7, 8:30am to 2:00pm Bingo, food, vendors, and more! Bring a picnic to enjoy a day in the beautiful redwoods. Featuring: Ed Jenkins Handcrafted Toys, Dales Avocados, Freedom Lions Club, Art, Photography, Jewelry, Collectibles, and more! Looking for vendors for this fun day in the park! $25 for tables around […]
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.
Seymour Center Outdoors!
Seymour Center Outdoors!
Seymour Center Outdoors! Open outdoors only on Saturdays from 11am – 2pm Tide Pool Investigation: Hone your observation skills and watch animals such as sea stars, sea urchins, and hermit crabs gracefully move in their environment. Outdoor Scavenger Hunt: Explore the Pathway of Giants and find nine outdoor objects hidden around the Seymour Center. Larval […]
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 […]
Suki’s Classes at Athena’s
Suki’s Classes at Athena’s
Suki's Classes at Athena's Signup now; Begin August 11 or 12 Yum! A class about food and eating An online course with Suki Wessling at Athena's Advanced Academy You eat every day, but what do you know about food? In this class we’ll learn about food, talk about food, try new foods, make food, and eat […]
Santa Cruz Shakespeare: RII
Santa Cruz Shakespeare: RII
July 21 - August 21 on selected days The story that sets England’s Wars of the Roses in motion, Jessica Kubzansky’s adaptation of Shakespeare’s Richard II tells the story of that king’s ill-fated reign using just three actors. What is our responsibility when a bad leader rightfully occupies the throne? This exploration of divine right, […]
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
Santa Cruz Shakespeare: The Agitators
Santa Cruz Shakespeare: The Agitators
July 20 - August 29 on selected days This play tells the story of Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony. Over the 45 volatile years they knew one another, they were friends, allies and adversaries. Their hopes and dreams for equality brought them to common ground and political battlefields. As agitators, they were not content […]
Undiscovered Shakespeare The Wars of the Roses
Undiscovered Shakespeare The Wars of the Roses
The Agitators July 20 - August 29, most Tuesdays through Sundays - Live at The Grove (Streaming Option Available) This play, by Mat Smart, tells the story of Fredrick Douglas and Susan B. Anthony. Over the forty-five volatile years that they knew one another, they were friends, allies, and adversaries. Their hopes and dreams for […]
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
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, […]
Watsonville Strawberry Festival
Watsonville Strawberry Festival
Watsonville Strawberry Festival The Watsonville Strawberry Festival just might be the next best thing to eating your way out of a giant strawberry. The family-friendly event features food (including plenty of fresh strawberries), a carnival, live music and more. The Watsonville Strawberry Festival traces its roots to the Watsonville Strawberry Dessert Festival that was founded […]
Santa Cruz Shakespeare: The Agitators
Santa Cruz Shakespeare: The Agitators
July 20 - August 29 on selected days This play tells the story of Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony. Over the 45 volatile years they knew one another, they were friends, allies and adversaries. Their hopes and dreams for equality brought them to common ground and political battlefields. As agitators, they were not content […]
Suki’s Classes at Athena’s
Suki’s Classes at Athena’s
Suki's Classes at Athena's Signup now; Begin August 11 or 12 Yum! A class about food and eating An online course with Suki Wessling at Athena's Advanced Academy You eat every day, but what do you know about food? In this class we’ll learn about food, talk about food, try new foods, make food, and eat […]
Santa Cruz Shakespeare: RII
Santa Cruz Shakespeare: RII
July 21 - August 21 on selected days The story that sets England’s Wars of the Roses in motion, Jessica Kubzansky’s adaptation of Shakespeare’s Richard II tells the story of that king’s ill-fated reign using just three actors. What is our responsibility when a bad leader rightfully occupies the throne? This exploration of divine right, […]
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