Events

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 […]

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 […]

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

Ramayana Returns Thursday - Sunday, June 9 - 12, times 2pm or 7pm Join Hanuman, the monkeys, Prince Rama and Prince Lakshmana, as they journey to Lanka in their quest to rescue Princess Sita in the 43rd Mount Madonna School (MMS) Ramayana!, a musical theater production adapted for modern audiences and replete with lively action, […]

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.

Grupo Virtual Triple P - Para familias con adolescentes de 13-16 años Cada martes, 6 – 8 pm, del 12 de abril al 31 de mayo Asista a este Grupo de Triple P de 8 sesiones para aprender estrategias sencillas para ayudarle a: • Construir relaciones positivas con su adolescente • Entender y reconocer las […]

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

Celebration of Motherhood Song Circle Wednesday, May 11th 10:30am with Wombsong's Amanda West | hosted by FIT4MOM Santa Cruz Motherhood Unites Us at FIT4MOM Santa Cruz! Join us for this special Month of Mama Celebration of Motherhood Event with Wombsong's Amanda West! Join us as we bring our voices together to sing and experience songs […]

May the 4th be with You at Felton Wednesday, May 4, 10:30am - 5:30pm Join us for May the 4th at Felton Branch Library! Watch Star Wars movies in our Community room all day, starting with Episode IV: A New Hope at 10:30 in our Community Room, build your own lego creation, make Star Wars-related […]

Glass Critters Wednesdays - Saturdays 1 - 4pm until May 14 Glass spiders and snails on show, in all their awesome colors! The exhibition "Moze & Jaime Sanchez—Creative Encounters" is open until May 14th, stop by Santa Cruz Art League during our open hours (Wednesday-Saturday from 1-4pm) to see this inspiring multimedia exhibition!

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 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

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 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 […]

Glass Critters Wednesdays - Saturdays 1 - 4pm until May 14 Glass spiders and snails on show, in all their awesome colors! The exhibition "Moze & Jaime Sanchez—Creative Encounters" is open until May 14th, stop by Santa Cruz Art League during our open hours (Wednesday-Saturday from 1-4pm) to see this inspiring multimedia exhibition!

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

Parentpower: Prevención de Abuso Sexual Thursday, May 5, 4 - 5pm Prevención de abuso sexual – Cómo proteger a tu hijo “Kidpower reemplazó mi miedo por lo que podría sucederles a mis hijos con la confianza en mi capacidad para mantenerlos a salvo, ¡sin quitarles su inocencia!” Aprende habilidades y estrategias para proteger a los […]

Triple P 8-Week Virtual Parenting Group (for families with children 2-12 years old) Thursdays, 6 – 8 pm, April 7 – May 26 Attend this 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 your child […]

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 […]

NAMI TAY Family Support Group 1st Thursdays, 6:30 - 8pm ​for loved ones of transition age youth (18-26) ​To attend this group, please complete the registration form. You will immediately receive an email with the Zoom link. You will only need to do this once, and will be able to use the same link for […]

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

GERBERA DAISY FESTIVAL Preorder beginning May 6 - 31. Pick up June 4, 9am - 1pm Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks on Tuesday announced the Kitayama Brothers Farms Gerbera Festival will be celebrated again this year as Gerbera-N-Go, a drive-through flower sale at Kitayama Brothers Farms. Crates of five plants each, featuring a mix of colors, […]

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 […]

Glass Critters Wednesdays - Saturdays 1 - 4pm until May 14 Glass spiders and snails on show, in all their awesome colors! The exhibition "Moze & Jaime Sanchez—Creative Encounters" is open until May 14th, stop by Santa Cruz Art League during our open hours (Wednesday-Saturday from 1-4pm) to see this inspiring multimedia exhibition!

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!

Stress Less with Jovenes Sanos Fridays 4 - 5pm, March 25, April 8  & 22, and Saturday, April 23, 2 - 5pm Learn ways to self care and stress less, see you there! Don’t forget to join us at the Watsonville Youth Center! If you have any questions, please email pvelazquez@unitedwaysc.org!

All Comers Events Fridays, May 6 and 13, 4-6pm Fun opportunity for all kids in the community, 14ish and younger, from our friends at Santa Cruz Track Club's Youth Track and Field Program: All Comers Events are back!! It’s been THREE years since we had these incredibly fun evenings and we are happy to announce […]

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

Nature Club: Exploring the Tide Pools at Natural Bridges Saturday, May 7, 10am - 12:30pm The tide pools at Natural Bridges are some of the best in Santa Cruz and they are teeming with living creatures during this month’s Nature Club for 6th-8th graders. Explore tide pools and nearby coastal prairie habitat and learn about […]

Snapshot Day Saturday, May 7, 8am - 12pm Snapshot Day is the oldest and largest single-day annual water quality monitoring event in California. On the first Saturday in May each year hundreds of volunteers join the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, Coastal Watershed Council and San Mateo Resource Conservation District to take a “snapshot” of […]

Birding for Beginners Saturday May 7, 8 am Join our staff for a tranquil morning filled with resident and summer-migratory birds. Learn about the birds in our park, receive a Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park birding brochure, and begin your hobby as an enthusiastic birder! Meet in the main parking lot of Henry Cowell Redwoods […]

Opening Day Celebration Free Strawberry Shortcake Saturday, May 7, 9am - 1pm The Scotts Valley Farmers' Market will throw its doors open for the 2022 season at a new location on MAY 7th! We are  setting up at the BGC Joe & Linda Aliberti Clubhouse/SV Boys & Girls Club on SV Drive. Nestled up against […]

Beach Train Saturdays & Sundays depart 10am through September. Choose 1 hour or 5 hour layover Travel from trees to sea, through the Santa Cruz Mountains, arriving at the Boardwalk. Departing weekends through September. Departing from the Santa Cruz Mountains, travel through Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, down the scenic San Lorenzo River Gorge, across […]

Pacific Grove Good Old Days Saturday & Sunday, May 7 - 8, 10am - 5pm The Pacific Grove Good Old Days is happening May 7-8, 2022! We are looking forward to an incredible event, filled with food vendors, multiple beer gardens, carnival rides, 40+ bands and shows, pancake breakfast, Rotary Club Parade, and so much […]

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 […]

Triple P Workshop: Teaching Children to Do Chores Saturday, May 7, 11am - 12:30pm Attend this FREE virtual positive parenting workshop to learn: • Tools to help you introduce your child to household chores • How to make chores less stressful for you and your child • Ways to encourage your child to do chores […]

Castro Adobe State Historic Park Guided Walk   Get a sneak peek and give your feedback on the interpretive content planned for Castro Adobe State Historic Park during the monthly open house event this Saturday! The 90-minute in-person tours of the Rancho San Andrés Castro Adobe start at 10:30 a.m. Tours are led by state […]

NAMI Peer-to-Peer Free Class for Adults with Mental Health Challenges Tuesdays, September 12th, 6 - 8pm A NAMI Peer-to-Peer class has been scheduled for Fall 2023! This is a free class for adults with mental health conditions. Please see flyer attached to distribute to anyone who may be interested, including clients, providers, and family members.    […]

Glass Critters Wednesdays - Saturdays 1 - 4pm until May 14 Glass spiders and snails on show, in all their awesome colors! The exhibition "Moze & Jaime Sanchez—Creative Encounters" is open until May 14th, stop by Santa Cruz Art League during our open hours (Wednesday-Saturday from 1-4pm) to see this inspiring multimedia exhibition!

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 […]

The Art of Nature Friday, April 2 - June 6, Scientific illustration brings to life the wonders of nature, from minute zooplankton to vast habitats. Explore the beauty and fine details of the world around us in the special exhibit featuring works from over 30 local artists in a variety of mediums, all sure to […]

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

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Beach Train Saturdays & Sundays depart 10am through September. Choose 1 hour or 5 hour layover Travel from trees to sea, through the Santa Cruz Mountains, arriving at the Boardwalk. Departing weekends through September. Departing from the Santa Cruz Mountains, travel through Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, down the scenic San Lorenzo River Gorge, across […]

Pacific Grove Good Old Days Saturday & Sunday, May 7 - 8, 10am - 5pm The Pacific Grove Good Old Days is happening May 7-8, 2022! We are looking forward to an incredible event, filled with food vendors, multiple beer gardens, carnival rides, 40+ bands and shows, pancake breakfast, Rotary Club Parade, and so much […]

Sacred Soul: Cultivating Natural Rhythms Exhibit Dates: Weds -Sun, 11am - 4pm, April 6 – May 22; Opening Reception: Sunday, April 10,  1:00 – 4pm Join us for a free, family-friendly, welcoming opening reception on April 10th for the entire community to experience Alma Sagrada: Cultivando Ritmos Naturales (Sacred Soul: Cultivating Natural Rhythms), an exhibit […]

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, […]

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 […]

Mother's Day Paint and Sip Sunday, May, 1 - 4pm Join us for a guided bilingual acrylic painting session in the garden led by Josefina Rocha and Ome the Artist on May 8th 1:00-4:00pm! A perfect way to celebrate all mothers and mother figures this Mother’s Day by creating a beautiful gift! All materials are […]

Hidden Gems Film Club Monthly 2nd Sundays, 2-5pm, January 9 - June 12 The Santa Cruz Public Libraries invite you to an afternoon of cinema. Come enjoy these "hidden gems." Foreign films, documentaries, independents and even some mainstream movies you might have missed! If you wish, bring a snack to share, and participate in the […]

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