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 […]

Multicultural Fair Saturday, May 6, 10:30am - 2:30pm Join us for this amazing community event and authentic multicultural experience that will be fun for everyone! Scotts Valley Unified School District, along with the City of Scotts Valley, is hosting the second annual Multicultural Fair! Arts, crafts, dance and musical performances, food trucks, games, entertainment and […]

Watsonville Pals Are Back! Monday February 27, M - F: 3:30 - 6:30pm; Weds: 2:30 - 6:30pm; Sat: 11:30am - 6:30pm Starting next Monday February 27, stop by the our Davis center and check out the activities we have to offer everyday Monday- Saturday!! Don’t hesitate to give us a call if you have any […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Screenagers Next Chapter Movie Monday, February 27, 6:30 - 8pm The SCHS PTA is hosting a free in-person film screening of "Screenagers: Next Chapter" on February 27th, 6:30 pm. Join us and learn more about solutions to the anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and other mental health challenges our kids are experiencing. Parents, family members, 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 […]

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 […]

Triple P Workshop: It’s Time for Potty Training Tuesday, February 28, 5:30 - 7pm Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • How to decide when your child is ready for potty (toilet) training • How to prepare your child to use the toilet • Tips to make potty training a positive experience for […]

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 […]

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!

Positive Discipline Class for Young, First Time, Teen Parents 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬, 𝟏𝟏𝐚𝐦-𝟏𝟐:𝟑𝟎𝐩𝐦 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 22 - 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 29  𝟏𝟏𝐚𝐦-𝟏𝟐:𝟑𝟎𝐩𝐦 Teen parents Young parents First time parents Caregivers with littles 5 and under are encouraged to join this special IN-PERSON Positive Discipline class. Two classes on the same day/at the same time in English and Spanish Spread the […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

Talk So Your Teen Listens Workshop Thursday, March 2,  7 - 8pm If you feel frustrated, anxious or overwhelmed, struggling to get your teen to cooperate and stop unsafe behaviors or worse, hiding them, this online workshop on Thursday, March 2, may be for you. Parenting coach Allison Livingston will share skills you can learn to support trusting […]

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 […]

Free Day Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History First Fridays of the Month, 11am - 4pm Hey! Free day! Pop-on by for a dose of nature connectedness. Access to the Museum is for everyone, which is why we offer free admission every month on the first Friday. Join us.

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!

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....

Free Food Bank Thursdays, 12-1 Everyone is Welcome to the Food Pantry/Distribution at Santa Cruz Bible Church, 440 Frederick St., Santa Cruz. We load 12 tables with Produce and staples and you get to pick what you want and then some more for friends! Please recycle and bring in Egg Cartons!

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

Home Depot Kids Workshops 1st Saturdays of the month, 9am - 12pm Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. Soquel , 2600 41st Avenue, Soquel, 95073,  (831)462-5650    Register 355 S Green Valley Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076,(831)786-9877,    Register  

Job Fair Santa Cruz City Schools Saturday, March 4, 9 - 11am We've got a Job Fair coming up on March 4th: full time & part time, teaching & support - many opportunities for all kinds of work in supporting kids & families in your community! Bring your resume on the day, and you can […]

Nature Club: Exploring the Tide Pools at Natural Bridges Saturday, March 4, 10am - 12:30pm The tide pools at Natural Bridges are some of the best in Santa Cruz and they are teeming with living creatures. Explore tide pools and nearby coastal prairie habitat and learn about the amazing plants and animals that live there. […]

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 […]

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 […]

Taller Triple P: Promoviendo el comportamiento positivo en la escuela Saturday, March 30, 11am - 12:30pm Asista a este taller virtual GRATIS de crianza para aprender: • Razones comunes del porque comportamientos problemáticos ocurren en la escuela • Cómo involucrar a su hijo o hija a mejorar su conducta en la escuela • Consejos para […]

Cinderella - Family Opera - TWO FREE Performances, March 4 Saturday, March 4, 11am and 1pm Audiences of all ages are invited to two free back-to-back matinee performances of Cinderella, an English translation of Viardot's Cendrillon. Written by renowned mezzo-soprano Pauline Viardot as a “salon operetta,” Cendrillon was part of a large body of mostly […]

Extreme Weather Resource Fair: Small Talk, Big Topics Saturday, March 4, 11am -3pm Recent weather events have impacted Santa Cruz County from the shore to the summit. Chat with local agencies and organizations addressing the challenges of extreme weather in the region during this free open house at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. […]

Cinderella - Family Opera - TWO FREE Performances, March 4 Saturday, March 4, 11am and 1pm Audiences of all ages are invited to two free back-to-back matinee performances of Cinderella, an English translation of Viardot's Cendrillon. Written by renowned mezzo-soprano Pauline Viardot as a “salon operetta,” Cendrillon was part of a large body of mostly […]

Family Karaoke 1st Saturdays, 5:30 - 7:30 If anyone is feeling up to it (and healthy!), once a month RC Fam hosts family karaoke and games night. It's basically kids, teens, and adults singing their fave Disney songs.  Dads are usually the shy ones leading chess, puzzles, scrabble, etc It's co-hosted with Shared Adventures to […]

Artist Juan R. Fuentes, Resilience: Works of Strength & Dignity Reception: Sunday, March 5, 1 - 3pm; Art Walk: Sunday, March 5, 1:30pm Join us for a special exhibit featuring powerful works by artist Juan R. Fuentes, Resilience: Works of Strength & Dignity at the Porter Building! Community Arts & Empowerment will be leading an […]

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

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 […]

Circle to Thank Our Roots 1st Sundays, 10am Another FREE family event TODAY at 10! Hoping to bring elders in our community. ALL languages, cultures, abilities, and ages are welcome. This is a drumming circle to honor our elders and ancestors. Led by Joaquin Barreto. He would like this to be inclusive to ALL community […]

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, […]

Artist Juan R. Fuentes, Resilience: Works of Strength & Dignity Reception: Sunday, March 5, 1 - 3pm; Art Walk: Sunday, March 5, 1:30pm Join us for a special exhibit featuring powerful works by artist Juan R. Fuentes, Resilience: Works of Strength & Dignity at the Porter Building! Community Arts & Empowerment will be leading an […]

Comedy Pet Theatre Sunday, March 3, 4 - 5:30pm The finalists (Top 20) of AMERICAS GOT TALENT, Comedy PET Theatre, and their TV famous 30 rescued cats and dogs are in Santa CRUZ THIS SUNDAY- The furry stars are available for an interview along with Ukrainian born, Gregory Popovich. The menagerie of animals appear in […]