Events

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

Join us at the Bridge Club Mondays 10am - 12pm, January 30 - May Join us at the Bridge Club, every Monday from 10am to 12:00pm. Everyone is welcomed from beginners to social players. Make new friends and sharpen your mind. If you're interested in playing Bridge, a table is waiting for you. A short […]

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 […]

MOD Focus Groups Time tbd I run the Santa Cruz Children's Museum of Discovery in the Capitola Mall. We are currently in the middle of some strategic 5-year planning. As a part of that, we are conducting focus groups with members of our community during the week of February 13th. Each focus group lasts about […]

SPCA Santa Cruz Junior PAWS Program Tier One Promoting Animal Welfare with Students Mondays 4 - 6pm, February 6, 13 & 20 The PAWS program is aimed at animal lovers. Junior PAWS Tier One is for students 7 to 9 years. It introduces children to how a shelter operates and teaches how to recognize animal […]

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 […]

Join Conversations about Westcliff Monday, February 13, 5:30 - 7pm Join the City of Santa Cruz to learn about damages to West Cliff Dr. The Adaptation and Management Plan, and the recovery efforts. If you are interested in joining the virtual webinar hosted by the City of Santa Cruz on February 13th: Zoom webinar: https:// […]

City of Santa Cruz West Cliff Drive Community Conversation Virtual Webinar Monday, February 13, 5:30 - 7 pm Join the City of Santa Cruz to learn about damages to West Cliff Drive, our Adaptation & Management Plan, and recovery efforts in a virtual meeting on Monday, February 13, 5:30 - 7 pm. We hope to […]

Triple P Workshop: Helping Your Child Deal with Fears Monday, February 13, 5:30 -7pm Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • Common reasons why children develop fears • How to help your child manage and face their fears • Coping strategies you can teach your child Register: https://bit.ly/Fears-Feb13 Presented IN ENGLISH on Zoom […]

Monarch Community School Open House for Prospective Families Thursday, May 9, 6:30 - 8pm Imagine a small alternative public school where your child excels academically and socially, where teachers, parents, and other students know and help nurture your child, where community service is emphasized, all families are engaged and English Language Learners thrive. Come to […]

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

RC Fam Center Toddler Bilingual Sensory Play Tuesdays/Martes, 10am-11am FREE with membership, $15 non-members GRATIS con membresía, $15 sin membresía More info/Para más información: 831-288-3105 — with Yesi Rocha and 10 others at RC Fam. RC Fam Center We commit to providing families with support systems that lead to finding connections, empowerment, and wellbeing for […]

Homework Help Tuesdays 3 - 5pm, October 4 -  May 24 Bring your assignments to one of our FREE drop-in Homework Help sessions. Tuesdays from 3:00p to 5:00p. Students to grade 12. Call 831.427.7713 for more information. Locations: Capitola -  https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9670439 Downtown - https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9671013 Felton - https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9670550 La Selva Beach - https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9670470 Live Oak - […]

Santa Cruz SPCA PRETEEN PAWS Program Tier One Tuesdays 4 - 6pm, February 7, 14 & 21 Promoting Animal Welfare with Students The PAWS program is aimed at animal lovers. Preteen PAWS Tier One is for students 10-12 years. It introduces children to how a shelter operates and teaches how to recognize animal behavior and […]

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

Campus Tour Mount Madonna Wednesday, February 15, 10am - 12pm Mount Madonna School (MMS) is nestled on 375 acres overlooking Monterey Bay and serves students from preschool to grade 12. We are located between Gilroy and Watsonville and offer a picturesque setting for your child to grow and learn. Attending our Campus Tour is a […]

Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts! Wednesdays 10 - 11am Come join us at the Sanctuary Exploration Center across from the Santa Cruz Wharf each Wednesday morning to do some ocean-themed crafts, listen to a story, and explore the Exploration Center!

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

R.E.A.D.: Reach Every Amazing Detail Wednesdays 3 - 5pm through March 1, 2023 R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers. Wednesdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at Capitola and La Selva Beach Libraries. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only. For more information or to […]

R.E.A.D.: Reach Every Amazing Detail Wednesdays 3 - 5pm through March 1, 2023 R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers. Wednesdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at Capitola and La Selva Beach Libraries. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only. For more information or to […]

Santa Cruz SPCA Junior PAWS Program Tier 2 Wednesdays 4 - 6pm, February  8, 15 & 22 Promoting Animal Welfare with Students Junior PAWS Tier 2 is for students 7-9 years old. The program builds upon the children’s knowledge and skills from PAWS Tier 1. It runs for three weeks, develops the children’s awareness of […]

Fungus February BIG NEWS Registration is now open for #FungusFebruary events! These walks, talks, and workshops will fill fast, so sign-up today. FULL 2/4 Mushroom Walk with Phil Carpenter Join Phil Carpenter for a walk in the woods searching for fungi! Phil is one of the leaders of the Fungus Federation of Santa Cruz. Learn […]

Dads Support Group Wednesdays 7 - 8pm Join us in this group of fathers where you will find a community to share the challenges and joys of being a father. The topics covered will be guided according to the needs and interests of the parents. The group will be relaxed, confidential, and facilitated by a […]

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

Housing Matters Family Outreach Thursdays 1 - 3pm, beginning October 27 - February 16 Team Weekly at the Downtown Santa Cruz Library The Housing Matters Family Outreach Team will be available at the Santa Cruz Public Libraries Downtown Branch every week from 1 to 3 p.m. on Thursdays beginning October 27th. The Team will assist […]

R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail Felton Thursdays 3 - 5pm, October 6 - March 9 R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers. Thursdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at the Felton Library. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only. For more information or to register, […]

R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail Downtown Thursdays 3 - 5pm, October 6 - March 9 R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers. Thursdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at the Downtown Library. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only. For more information or to register, […]

Santa Cruz SPCA PRETEEN PAWS Program Tier 2 Thursdays 4 - 6pm, February 9, 16 & 23 Promoting Animal Welfare with Students Preteen PAWS Tier 2 is for students 10-12 years old. The program builds upon the children’s knowledge and skills from PAWS Tier 1. It runs for three weeks and develops the children’s awareness […]

Triple P Workshop: Supporting Your Partner Thursday, February 16, 5:30 - 7pm Register: https://bit.ly/Supporting-Partner-Feb16 Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn about: • Parenting issues that often cause disagreements between partners • How to take care of your relationship with your partner and create a positive family life • Tools to help partners support […]

Taller Paso a Paso Triple P: Cambiando la conducta desafiante a la conducta positiva Thursday, February 16, 6 - 7:30pm Inscríbase: https://bit.ly/Challenging-Behaviors-Feb16 Asista a este taller virtual GRATIS de crianza para familias con niños con necesidades especiales para aprender: • Cómo monitorear la conducta de su niño/a • Por qué la conducta está ocurriendo y […]

Stepping Stones Triple P Workshop: Changing Challenging Behaviors into Positive Behaviors Thursday, February 16, 6 - 7:30pm Attend this FREE parenting workshop via Zoom for families raising children with special needs. During this class you will learn: • How to keep track of your child’s behavior • Understand why the behavior is occurring and how […]

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

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 […]

Make and Explore  Live Oak Library Fridays, 3 - 4:30pm through April 28 Every week we will have a new project idea for you to build or explore. Projects will include Science, Arts & Crafts, Model building, and Exploration of the environment around us. Please allow at least 30 minutes to complete a project. Children under […]

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!

The Wizard of Oz Friday, Feb 17, 7pm; Saturday, Feb 18, 2pm & 7pm; Sunday, Feb 19, 12pm & 4pm Young Dorothy Gale is swept away by a tornado from her Kansas farm to the magical land of Oz. There, she encounters a host of whimsical characters: good witches, bad witches, animals that talk, scarecrows […]

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

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

Fungus February BIG NEWS Registration is now open for #FungusFebruary events! These walks, talks, and workshops will fill fast, so sign-up today. FULL 2/4 Mushroom Walk with Phil Carpenter Join Phil Carpenter for a walk in the woods searching for fungi! Phil is one of the leaders of the Fungus Federation of Santa Cruz. Learn […]

Santa Cruz Math Circle Saturdays 10am - 12pm, February 11 - March 25 Does your student love math? Then the Santa Cruz Math Circle is a great opportunity to explore challenging and fun mathematics with kids from across the county. The Santa Cruz Math Circle is for students in grades 5 through 8 to meet […]

Daughters and Sons of the Beach Ukele Jam Saturdays, 10am - 12pm Strum Along every Saturday 10am -12pm, on the beach behind the Crow's Nest Upcoming Uke Song List Strum Along every Wed 3:30 pm, on the beach behind the Crow's Nest Oldies but Goodies Movie Clips Search SOB old handouts   Sons of the Beach […]

Triple P Seminar: Raising Resilient Children   Attend this FREE virtual seminar to learn how to help your children: • Express feelings appropriately • Build a positive outlook • Manage stressful life events Presented in English on Zoom. These Triple P Seminars are FREE and open to all Santa Cruz County families with children from […]

The Wizard of Oz Friday, Feb 17, 7pm; Saturday, Feb 18, 2pm & 7pm; Sunday, Feb 19, 12pm & 4pm Young Dorothy Gale is swept away by a tornado from her Kansas farm to the magical land of Oz. There, she encounters a host of whimsical characters: good witches, bad witches, animals that talk, scarecrows […]

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

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

Spiritual and Gospel Music Sunday, February 19, 10am This is going to be a wonderful Sunday morning in honor of Black History Month. Great Gospel music.

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, […]

Food Preservation Demos Sunday, February 19, noon - 4pm Spend a relaxing Sunday afternoon at the farm & get a sneek peek at all the new workshops and activities we have lined up for 2023! By Community Cultural Tours Join us at Thomas Family Farm on Sunday, Feb. 19th from noon-4pm for ongoing food preservation […]