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 […]

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

 Preschool Storytime Capitola Tuesdays 11 - 11:45am June 14 - July 26 Join us  for Preschool Storytime Capitola outside on the deck to read stories, sing songs, and chant rhymes. There will be an art & craft project to pick up and complete at home. This storytime is for children who can sit and listen […]

Parentpower: Online Safety Tuesday, June 14, 4 - 5pm Online Safety: Skills to Protect and Empower Youth 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 […]

Taco Tuesday Skypark 2nd Tuesdays 5 - 8pm beginning May 10, except for 3rd Tuesday in August Join us for the first Taco Tuesday of the season at Skypark in Scotts Valley with delicious dinner from some of your favorite food trucks -- with traditional, authentic tacos and some very creative new twists, 5-8pm. 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

Summer Reading Program June 1 - July 31 The Summer Reading Program Starts June 1st! Stop the Summer Slide! Participate in the Summer Reading Program to track your reading, complete activities and earn prizes and raffle entries! Open to all ages. Sign up online  or come in to any open branch to sign up in person. Registration […]

Meet Delrita the Elephant - Live on Zoom Wednesday June 15, 1 - 2pm Meet Delrita the Elephant, Live on Zoom, in this amazing and interactive class.  Students will learn all about the endangered Asian elephant, and meet one of the Endangered Ark Foundation’s favorite residents, Delrita! Delrita will show you her trunk and all […]

A great selection of local artisan foodstuffs, delicious baked goods, and currently many unique, high quality options for grab-and-go lunch and dinner.

Summer Volunteer Orientation Wednesday, June 15,  5:30 - 7pm Interested in building community and connecting with nature? Volunteer with the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History! Join us for our summer Volunteer Orientation to get started. You’ll explore opportunities, learn about the Museum, and connect with fellow nature enthusiasts over snacks! More about volunteering Volunteers […]

Seminario Triple P: Cómo Criar Hijos Seguros y Capaces Wednesday, June 15, 6 - 7:30pm Asista a este seminario virtual GRATIS de crianza para aprender cómo ayudar a sus hijos a: • Aprender a tratar a los demás con respeto. • Tener buena comunicación y habilidades sociales. • Desarrollar una autoestima saludable. Inscríbase: https://bit.ly/Hijos-Seguros-Capaces-15Junio Presentado […]

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

Preschool Storytime Downtown Thursdays Downtown 10:30 - 11am   Preschool Storytime meets in the upstairs meeting room at the Downtown Library!  We'll share stories, songs, and rhymes in a safe environment.  This 30 minute program is intended for children aged 0-6.  Do-it-yourself craft kits will be provided every week.

Preschool Storytime Felton Thursdays, Felton, 11am  - 12pm, through Dec. 22 Preschool Storytime Felton meets in the the Felton Library to share stories, songs, and rhymes in a safe environment.  This 60 minute program is intended for children aged 0-6.  Do-it-yourself craft kits will be provided every week. Join Librarian Jackie in JJune for a […]

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 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 […]

Triple P Seminar: Raising Competent Teens Thursday, June 16, 6 - 7:30pm Register: https://bit.ly/Competent-Teens-June16 Attend this seminar to learn how you can: Help your teen become a confident, competent young adult by: • Developing self-discipline • Being a good problem solver • Establishing routines • Getting involved in school activities • Following school rules • […]

Triple P Workshop: How to Prevent Interrupting Thursday, June 16, 6 - 7:30pm Register to get the Zoom meeting link: https://bit.ly/Interrupting-June16 Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: Common reasons why young children interrupt adults Strategies to prevent interruptions from becoming a problem Tips to help children learn to keep themselves occupied while you […]

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

New Support Group Stillbirth & Infant Loss Support Join us on the 1st and 3rd Friday, 11am - 12:30pm, beginning June 17 This 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 […]

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 […]

Make & Explore at Capitola Library Fridays 2 - 4pm, June 10- July 17 Every week we will have a new project idea for you to make and explore. Projects will include Science, Arts & Crafts, including model building, and exploration of the environment around us. This will be Outdoors on the deck. Please wear […]

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!

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!

Youth Action Network Pop Ups WATSONVILLE POP-UP: When: Friday August 12th from 4 - 7pm at the Youth Center 30 Maple Ave, Watsonville Theme: Mental Health and Wellness! Connecting youth to youth organizations and local leaders through games, activities, food & fun. Aptos • Capitola • Live Oak • Scotts Valley • Santa Cruz • […]

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

Summer Movie Nights in Saratoga June 17, July 15, August 19 at sundown Mark your calendars for free, family-friendly movie nights in El Quito Park (12855 Paseo Presada) every third Friday this summer! Movies will be played at sundown, but come early to find a good spot and visit resource tables hosted by community organizations. June […]

White Album Ensemble Rubber Revolver Friday & Saturday 8 - 11pm, June 17 & 18 It began as a Luthier’s dream, to put together a crack team of top local musicians to perform the Beatles’ “White Album" live, in a theatre setting with lights, dance and a full-screen video presentation. After selling out both debut […]

Free Movies at the Beach Fridays, 9pm, June 17 - August 12 In front of the Colonnade There’s nothing like watching free, favorite movies right on the beach with the smell of kettle corn, corn dogs, and saltwater taffy filling the air! Bring the family and your blanket or low-back chair and join us! Music and movies […]

Ninety vendors, of which most are certified organic or use sustainable farming methods, offer pastured grass fed meats and poultry, sustainable fish, oysters, handcrafted cheeses....

The market showcases a great selection of 100% certified organic produce, artisan foods, wine, body products, tinctures, sustainable seafood, pasture raised meats, flowers and eggs along with cook-to-order cuisine, live local music and full espresso bar

Saturdays in the Soil Third Saturdays 10am - 12pm It’s time to get your hands dirty! Learn about local ecology, native plants, and sustainable gardening with the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History while coming together as a community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A-Park program. Email volunteer@santacruzmuseum.org to RSVP What to Expect […]

Fullpower: Introduction to Physical Self-Defense Skills Saaturday, June 1, 10 - 11am Participants 15 + will learn 7 physical self-defense skills to escape an attack – plus strategies to avoid needing to use them! This US$75 program includes one-on one support by email with questions before and after the workshop as well as links to […]

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 […]

Saturdays in the Soil Third Saturdays, 10am-12pm It’s time to get your hands dirty! Learn about local ecology, native plants, and sustainable gardening with the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History while coming together as a community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A-Park program. Email volunteer@santacruzmuseum.org to RSVP What to Expect -This native […]

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 […]

Jungle James Animal Adventures 12pm-1pm, Saturday June 18, Harvey West Park in the Redwood Picnic Area 3pm-4pm, Saturday June 18th La Selva Beach Branch Library Join Jungle James and his animal friends this Saturday for the ultimate animal viewing and interactive experience!  This engaging 1-hour program features 5-6 reptiles from around the world, and educates […]

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 […]

Jungle James Animal Adventures at La Selva Beach Library Saturday, June 19, 3 - 4pm Join Jungle James and his animal friends at the La Selva Beach branch for the ultimate animal viewing and interactive experience! https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9106180 This engaging 1-hour program features 5-6 reptiles from around the world and educates children about each animal’s habitat, […]

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

White Album Ensemble Rubber Revolver Friday & Saturday 8 - 11pm, June 17 & 18 It began as a Luthier’s dream, to put together a crack team of top local musicians to perform the Beatles’ “White Album" live, in a theatre setting with lights, dance and a full-screen video presentation. After selling out both debut […]

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

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 […]

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 […]

Hear See Play Offers Free Music Series Sunday, June 19, 2-5pm Come and Join us on June 19th at VFW Post 7263 from 2 - 5pm. Featuring El Camino Revival Band - ECRB; Tacos from Brothers Taco, full bar, dancing and a lot of fun! The event is FREE but we appreciate donations. Hear See […]

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