Events

SPCA Santa Cruz Junior PAWS Program Tier 1 Mondays 4 - 6pm, April 10, 17 & 24 Promoting Animal Welfare with Students 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Special Invitation: Let's go through Differently Wired together! 4 Mondays 4pm, starting April 24 Last year I ran a live, 4-week, free virtual book club to go through my book Differently Wired with a group of readers. We had a great time connecting and exploring what it takes to help our families thrive. I've decided […]

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 […]

Stepping Stones Workshop: Tips for Mealtimes (for families with children with special needs) Monday, April 24, 5:30 - 7pm Register: https://bit.ly/SS-Mealtimes-Apr24 Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • How to teach children to feed themselves independently • Tips for handling challenging behaviors at mealtimes • How to encourage children to eat a wider […]

Seminario Triple P: Conectando a los Adolescentes Monday, April 24, 6 - 7:30 Inscríbase: https://bit.ly/Conectados-24Abril Lugar: La Manzana Recursos Comunitarios | 18 W. Lake Ave, Sala E, Watsonville Asista a este seminario de crianza positiva GRATIS para aprender cómo puede ayudar a su adolescente a: • Establecer conexiones positivas con los demás • Tener confianza […]

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 […]

Support for Parents of High Needs Babies 4th Tuesdays of the month, 9:30am pst Thank you, Postpartum Support International NEW SUPPORT GROUP: Support for Parents of High Needs Babies  will take place on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 9:30 am PST! Led by trained peer facilitators, this group is for parents of “high […]

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 - […]

My Play Club: Create in the park with us! Every Tuesday 3:30 - 5pm March 7 through November 29 LEO's Haven at Chanticleer Park Free - Free Family Drop-in - Arts & Activities Family Visit - Arts and Activities Learn more about the Young Outdoor Leaders, funded by the "Outdoor Equity Program" of CA State […]

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 […]

Bookshop Santa Cruz Presents: Brian Selznick | BIG TREE Tuesday, April 25, 5 - 6:30pm Bookshop Santa Cruz welcomes Brian Selznick, the #1 bestselling creator and Caldecott Medalist of The Invention of Hugo Cabret. Selznick will share his new book Big Tree, an epic adventure in which the fate of all life on Earth may […]

Weekly Fencing Classes for Youth and Adults Beginning Fencing Youth (9-13 years old): Tuesdays 6:30pm-8:00 Open Fencing: Tuesdays: 8:00-9:30pm Adult Fencing: Thursdays 6:30-8:00. Contact:  robin@monarchfencing.com More information and an online waiver can be found at www.monarchfencing.com Veterans Memorial Building, 846 Front St., Santa Cruz  

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!

La Selva Beach Book Discussion Group 2nd Thursdays, 10:30an - 12pm The LSB Adult Book Discussion group meets on the second Thursday of the month from 10:30a to 12:00p.  The group will meet virtually via Zoom during the remodel.  All adults are welcome. Registration required: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/7587480

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

Join us for a special outdoor storytime and nature craft. This program will start in the Felton Discovery Park (located right next to the library). Kids and their caregivers are invited to sing songs and listen along to a special Storytime book in the sundial seating area in the adjacent Felton Nature Discovery Park. *REGISTRATION […]

Santa Cruz SPCA Junior PAWS Program Tier 2 Wednesdays 4 - 6pm, April 12, 19 & 26 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 […]

Princeton Review: Finding Your Dream Colleges Wednesday,  May 26, 5:30 - 7:30 Maybe you’ve just begun thinking about colleges. Or maybe you’ve already put together a list of potential schools that all look good for different reasons! How do you research and compare colleges to find the best fit for you? The Princeton Review is […]

Grupo para familias con niños con necesidades especiales Cada miércoles, del 26 de abril al 28 de junio,  6 – 8 pm El programa Triple P Paso a Paso ofrece apoyo de crianza para padres y proveedores de cuidado para niños con necesidades especiales, tales como ADHD, Trastorno del Espectro Autista, Síndrome de Down y […]

Reading in the Redwoods 4th Wednesday, 6 - 7:30pm Felton - Virtual Book Discussion The book for June is The Red Tent, by Anita Diamant. The Red Tent is a reimagining of the story of Dinah, the only daughter of Jacob, the man who, according to the Bible wrestled an angel and won the name […]

NAMI Family Support Group ​for Parents/Caregivers of Youth (11-17) 2nd and 4th Wednesdays 6:30 - 8pm Please join us for our upcoming free, drop-in support group for parents/caregivers of youth (11-17) with mental health challenges. Next group will be this Wednesday, June 22nd from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. We are in need of more facilitators […]

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 […]

Santa Cruz SPCA Preteen PAWS Program Tier 2 Thursdays 4 - 6pm, April 13, 20 & 27 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 […]

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 […]

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!

Taller Triple P: Cómo ayudar a su hijo a lidiar con la intimidación Friday, April 28, 5:30 - 7pm Inscríbase: https://bit.ly/Intimidacion-28Abril Asista a este taller virtual GRATIS de crianza para aprender: • Cómo reconocer los diferentes tipos de intimidación • Las razones más comunes por qué los niños intimidan a otros • Qué puede hacer […]

PUFFS - Harry Potter Parody by All About Theatre Friday, April 28th - 7pm; Saturday April 29th - 2pm & 7pm Friday, May 5th - 7pm; Saturday, May 6,  2pm & 7pm All About Theatre proudly presents PUFFS: Harry Potter parody two-act play that will leave you rolling in your seats! Live Performances: The Actor's […]

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....

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 […]

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

Fall Creek After Fire | Free Walk Saturday, April 29, 10am - 12pm Join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for a guided walk of the Fall Creek Unit of Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park in partnership with California State Parks and the Mountain Parks Foundation. We’ll explore how the landscape has responded to […]

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 […]

Exploring the San Lorenzo River and Santa Margarita Groundwater Basin Saturday, April 29, 11am - 12:30pm Have you ever wondered how streams are still flowing in the late summer months here in the Santa Cruz Mountains? Or where our local water comes from and how it supports different native species? During this 1.5 hour program, […]

Teddy Bear Clinic Saturdays 11:30am - 4:30pm, March 11 & April 29 Join the MOD  for our oh-so-popular Teddy Bear Clinic created to help children cope with getting vaccinations. We've hosted this event before and it was a success! Children are encouraged to bring their own stuffed animal to the event, where they will dress […]

PUFFS - Harry Potter Parody by All About Theatre Friday, April 28th - 7pm; Saturday April 29th - 2pm & 7pm Friday, May 5th - 7pm; Saturday, May 6,  2pm & 7pm All About Theatre proudly presents PUFFS: Harry Potter parody two-act play that will leave you rolling in your seats! Live Performances: The Actor's […]

Enchanted Evening Saturday, April 29, 6 - 9pm Children (ages 4 - 13) and their caregiver(s) are cordially invited to an Enchanted Evening on Sat., March 11. Put on your dancing shoes and enjoy live DJ tunes, take keepsake pictures in the photo booth, and celebrate the special bond you share. Dinner and refreshments are […]

PUFFS - Harry Potter Parody by All About Theatre Friday, April 28th - 7pm; Saturday April 29th - 2pm & 7pm Friday, May 5th - 7pm; Saturday, May 6,  2pm & 7pm All About Theatre proudly presents PUFFS: Harry Potter parody two-act play that will leave you rolling in your seats! Live Performances: The Actor's […]

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

Head for the Sandhills! April Sundays 10am - 12pm and 1 - 3pm Registration is now open for the popular Sandhills Hikes at Quail Hollow Ranch. Join a guided hike with Park Docent Sean Wharton to see and learn about the many rare species that make this special place their home: this is the only […]

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, […]

Family Power Boundary Skills for Ages 7 - 12 with Their Adults Sunday, April 30, 12 - 1 Boundary skills help people of all ages have more fun and fewer problems with people – including friends and family members!

Kennolyn Day Camp Open House Sunday, March 12 & April 30, 1 - 4pm Come for a tour of our secluded summer day camp with 450 acres of private redwoods to explore. Meet the Director and learn about programs tailored for each age level from 5-16. RSVP required: https://www.kennolyncamps.com/contact/visit-us/