Events

AB626, Legalizing Permitted Home Cooking in Santa Cruz County Saturday, February 19, 10:30am - 12pm Join us at the beautiful Thomas Farm in Aptos for an informational gathering and discussion on getting bill AB626 adopted into Santa Cruz County. This is also referred to as the “Home Cooking” bill because it legally allows people to […]

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 […]

Monthly Baby Stuff Swap Last Monday of the month Join us on the last Monday of each month to swap baby stuff with other mamas in our community! Bring what you would like to offer and take what you need. This swap takes place right after Strides 360 in the park! New to FIT4MOM?? Join […]

In-Person Tech Help Felton Library Mondays 10am - 12pm through May 9 Are you stuck with a technology question? Our tech savvy and bilingual (English/Spanish) staff at the Felton Library would like to help you troubleshoot your issue with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Fixing broken hardware or software is not within our scope. […]

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 […]

Triple P Virtual Workshop: How to help your child deal with bullying Monday, Jan 31, 5:30 - 7pm Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • How to recognize different types of bullying • Common reasons why children bully others • What you can do if your child is being bullied Presented in English […]

Free/Gratis Parent & Co-Parent Positive Discipline Workshop Series English: Monday Jan 24 & 31 from 7 – 8:15pm  -  Zoom: 831 6104 6195 English: Monday Co-Parents please attend together Feb 7, 21, 28 8:15-9:15pm Zoom: Positive Discipline is offering free workshops for parents/guardians followed by co-parenting workshops via Zoom! Available in English or Spanish, attend […]

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

Gateway School Day Tours Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday 9am - 12pm, Feb 1, 2, 5 Come and learn how Gateway School inspires children's innate curiosity and sense of wonder through daily exploration, discovery, and hands-on experiences. Visit www.gatewaysc.org and schedule a tour to experience all that Gateway has to offer!

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 […]

Arboretum Free Day First Tuesdays The first Tuesday of the month is free to non-members. The UC Santa Cruz Arboretum is a conservation garden of rare, endangered and extraordinary plants from around the world. We are open daily, 9am to 5pm.

Get Expert Help Searching for Ancestors on the Soon to be Released 1950 Census GSSCC Lecture Series -- Getting Ready for the 1950 Census: Searching With and Without a Name Index, Stephen Morse, presenter Tuesday, February 1, 1 - 2:30pm When the 1950 Census will be released in April 2022, it will not have a […]

Homework Help: Capitola, Downtown, Felton, and La Selva Beach Tuesdays 3 - 5pm through March 29 Need a little Homework Help? Bring your assignments to one of our FREE drop-in sessions. Homework Help is free to all students under 18 years of age. Drop-in. Bilingual assistance available. Tuesdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at the Capitola, […]

Grupo Virtual Paso a Paso para familias con niños con necesidades especiales Cada martes, del 1 de febrero al 5 de abril,  6 – 8 pm Presentado en español por Zoom. Para inscribirse visite: https://bit.ly/Grupo-Paso-a-Paso-2022 El programa Triple P Paso a Paso ofrece apoyo de crianza para padres y proveedores de cuidado para niños con […]

Free/Gratis Parent & Co-Parent Positive Discipline Workshop Series English: Monday Jan 24 & 31 from 7 – 8:15pm  -  Zoom: 831 6104 6195 English: Monday Co-Parents please attend together Feb 7, 21, 28 8:15-9:15pm Zoom: Positive Discipline is offering free workshops for parents/guardians followed by co-parenting workshops via Zoom! Available in English or Spanish, attend […]

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

Gateway School Day Tours Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday 9am - 12pm, Feb 1, 2, 5 Come and learn how Gateway School inspires children's innate curiosity and sense of wonder through daily exploration, discovery, and hands-on experiences. Visit www.gatewaysc.org and schedule a tour to experience all that Gateway has to offer!

Westside Marketplace Sunday, February 5, 11am - 4pm Our first Westside Marketplace of the year is happening this Sunday, February 6 & we couldn't be more excited! We have live music, 40 unique vendors and delicious food trucks! And make sure to check out Vintage Row for some great finds! Food Trucks A Go Go […]

Rockin’ Pop-Up: Terrestrial Planets of our Solar System Wednesday, Feb. 2, 12 - 12:30pm Join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History alongside the Geology Gents, Gavin and Graham, for the first installment of a three-part trilogy exploring the planets of our solar system. February will examine the terrestrial planets: Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars. […]

Movie Discussion Group La Selva Beach Wednesdays 1:30 - 3pm The LSB Movie Discussion group meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 1:30pm. All adults are welcome. We discuss movies and TV series that are currently in the movie theaters or streaming online.  For more information call 831-427-7710

R.E.A.D Reach Every Amazing Detail Wednesdays 3:00pm– 5:00pm - Capitola & La Selva Beach Thursdays 3:00pm– 5:00pm - Downtown R.E.A.D. is a reading comprehension program for students, grades 2-12. Students receive 25 minutes of individual instruction from a California credentialed teacher. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment register via our online […]

R.E.A.D.: Reach Every Amazing Detail La Selva Beach Wednesdays 3 - 5pm R.E.A.D. is a reading comprehension program for students, grades 2-12. Students receive 25 minutes of individual instruction from a California credentialed teacher. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment register via our online calendar -  www.santacruzpl.org/calendar or call our Tel-Info […]

Afterschool STEAM: Minecraft Wednesdays 3:30 - 5:30 through May 4 Learn how to survive in the world of Minecraft.edu. Ages 8 to 18. Space is limited to 18 on a first-come basis. No advance registration. Wednesdays: Capitola Branch, 2005 Wharf Rd. 3:30-5:30 Thursdays: La Selva Beach Branch, 316 Estrella Ave. 4:00-5:30

Parentpower Online Safety Skills to Protect and Empower Youth Wednesday, March 30, 3 - 4pm Learn social-emotional safety skills and strategies to help your kids be safe online. This US$60 program includes one-on one support by email with questions before and after the workshop as well as links to resources to help you and your […]

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

Pescadero Marsh Guided Walk Thursday, Feb 3, 10am - 12pm; Sunday, Feb 13, 1pm Join State Park Docents on an easy two-hour stroll on the mile-long Sequoia Audubon Trail through the Pescadero Marsh. Learn about the fascinating human history of the Marsh from the days of the Ohlone to the present. Discover the byways of […]

Tech Talks: iPhone Health App (Apple) Thursday, February 3,  11am - 12pm Know how to use your Apple device to improve your health. Join us for a discussion and walk-through of the many iOS Health app features and strategies that help you monitor your body and store your health information. Tech Talks are not your […]

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 […]

R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail Downtown Thursdays 3– 5pm through May 19 R.E.A.D. is a reading comprehension program for students, grades 2-12. Students receive 25 minutes of individual instruction from a California credentialed teacher. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment register via our online calendar  www.santacruzpl.org/calendar  or call our Tel-Info staff  […]

R.E.A.D Reach Every Amazing Detail Wednesdays 3:00pm– 5:00pm - Capitola & La Selva Beach Thursdays 3:00pm– 5:00pm - Downtown R.E.A.D. is a reading comprehension program for students, grades 2-12. Students receive 25 minutes of individual instruction from a California credentialed teacher. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment register via our online […]

Afterschool STEAM: Minecraft Thursdays 4 - 5:30pm through May 5 Learn how to survive in the world of Minecraft.edu. Ages 8 to 18. Space is limited to 18 on a first-come basis. No advance registration. Thursdays: La Selva Beach Branch, 316 Estrella Ave. 4:00-5:30 Wednesdays: Capitola Branch, 2005 Wharf Rd. 3:30-5:30

Triple P Virtual Parenting Group for Families with Children 2-12 years old Thursdays, January 13 – March 3, 2022 | 6:00 – 7:30 pm Attend this FREE 8-week virtual Triple P Group to meet other families and learn simple strategies to help you: • Strengthen relationships in your family • Encourage positive behaviors • Teach […]

NAMI Support Group for Parents of Transition Age Youth (18-26) 1st Thursdays 6:30 - 8pm Free, monthly support group for parents, caretakers, and loved ones of transition age youth (18-26) with mental health challenges. All parents or caregivers are encouraged to join - there does not need to be a formal diagnosis. Common themes of […]

Parentpower Seguridad en línea: Habilidades para proteger y empoderar a los jóvenes Tuesday, Feb 3 , 7 - 8pm Aprende habilidades y estrategias de seguridad socioemocional para ayudar a tus hijos a estar seguros en línea. Este programa incluye apoyo personalizado respondiendo a tus preguntas vía correo electrónico antes y después del taller y enlaces […]

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

Concrete Ship History Walk Friday, Feb. 4 & 18, 11am -12pm Learn about Seacliff State Beach’s fascinating history on this 1-mile, 1-hour stroll to the Aptos Creek Bridge and back. Get the lowdown on the Concrete Ship, the development of Aptos, “The Madman of Seacliff,” and much, much more. Bring water and layered clothing. Pre-registration […]

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 […]

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!

Cartwheel Clinics Friday February 4th 3:30 - 4:30 Friday February 18th 3:30 - 4:30 These private sessions will teach proper hand and body positioning to heighten and lengthen your child's cartwheel! We promise your kiddos will leave the gym tired and stronger! Our clinics are geared toward the intermediate/advanced gymnast and open to ages 5-8. […]

Art With Heart Exhibit dates:  January 28 - March 26, 2022 First Friday Art Tour, Friday, February 4, 4 - 7pm Valentine's Sidewalk Sale, Sunday, February 13, noon - 5 pm For centuries artists have used love as a theme in their work. It comes in all forms from literal depiction, allegory, and metaphor. Now […]

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

Communi-Tea Party Saturday, February 5, 9 - 10am Drop by to warm up and learn more about a few of the herbs found in Santa Cruz County. Three teas will be prepared for your enjoyment and delight! Casually discuss the properties of these herbs, how to identify them, and where to find them with a […]

Gateway School Day Tours Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday 9am - 12pm, Feb 1, 2, 5 Come and learn how Gateway School inspires children's innate curiosity and sense of wonder through daily exploration, discovery, and hands-on experiences. Visit www.gatewaysc.org and schedule a tour to experience all that Gateway has to offer!

Nature Club: Finding Fungus at DeLaveaga Saturday, February 5, 10am -12:30pm Join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History to explore the forests and trails of DeLaveaga Park looking for a kingdom of life best viewed in the winter: fungi! The great variety of trees in these forests supports a huge amount of fungal life. […]

Without Coercion, Force, Bribery or Even Praise: An Intro to Compassionate Communication (nvc) for parents, teachers, coaches and counselors 4 Saturdays, starting January 22, 10:30pm https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nonviolent-communication-w-children-sats-22-29-jan-5-12-feb-2022-tickets-226185004437 Do you long for more peaceful communication with your children? Do you seek collaboration over coercion and wonder what that means in practice? Do you long for a nonviolent […]

Guided Coastal Walk Saturdays 11am - 1:30pm,  Feb 5, 19 & 26 On this 2.5 mile family friendly walk, we’ll explore the plants, animals, and geology of our coastal bluffs. Bring water, hat, closed toe shoes, layered clothing, and binoculars if available. Meet next to park map in Wilder Ranch main parking lot. Rain cancels. […]

Animal Browsing Hours Dogs: Wednesdays - Fridays 2-6pm; Saturdays & Sundays 11am- 3pm Cats: Wednesdays - Sundays 11am - 6pm Time's are a changin'! We've officially expanded open hours! We're looking forward to showing off our new building and hope you love it as much as we, and the animals do. Thank you for your […]

Old-Growth Redwood Tours Saturdays 12 - 1pm, Jan 1 - Mar 26 Are there different kinds of redwoods? How do coastal redwoods grow to become the tallest organisms on earth? Why are there so few old growth trees left? Learn the answer to these questions and more every Saturday when you take a walk through […]

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 […]

Historic Ranch Ground Tours Saturdays 1 - 2pm, Jan 1 - April 17 Discover what life was like a century ago on this innovative dairy ranch. This hour-long tour includes the 1896 water-powered machine shop, barns, and other historic buildings. The vehicle day-use fee is $10. For more information, call (831) 426-0505. Spaces are limited […]

Valentine's Day Greeting Card Class Saturday, February 5, 2:30 - 4pm Forget about buying a card for your loved ones this year and make your own instead! Come spend the afternoon on Saturday, February 5 playing with ink and watercolor to create your own gorgeous Valentine's Day greeting cards. There is nothing better than getting […]

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

Organic produce from local farms, tree ripened fruits, dried fruit and nuts, fresh bread, pastries, seafood, pasture-raised organic meats and more

Tree Identification Walk Sunday, February 6, 10 - 11am Learn all about the life histories and characteristics of up to 15 different tree species residing in the redwood forest or riparian ecosystems, practice the fundamentals of tree identification, and receive supporting materials and guides. Participants should be prepared to walk approximately 2 miles on level […]

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 […]

Animal Browsing Hours Dogs: Wednesdays - Fridays 2-6pm; Saturdays & Sundays 11am- 3pm Cats: Wednesdays - Sundays 11am - 6pm Time's are a changin'! We've officially expanded open hours! We're looking forward to showing off our new building and hope you love it as much as we, and the animals do. Thank you for your […]

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, […]

Historic Ranch Ground Tours Saturdays 1 - 2pm, Jan 1 - April 17 Discover what life was like a century ago on this innovative dairy ranch. This hour-long tour includes the 1896 water-powered machine shop, barns, and other historic buildings. The vehicle day-use fee is $10. For more information, call (831) 426-0505. Spaces are limited […]

In-Person Tech Help Downtown Sundays 1 - 3pm, through February 27 Are you stuck with a technology question? Our tech savvy staff at the Downtown Library would like to help you troubleshoot your issue with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Fixing broken hardware or software is not within our scope. Possible topics may include: creating […]

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