Events

Santa Cruz County Youth Art Exhibit Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm through May 3 Reception: Friday, May 3, 5-7pm More than 400 works of art created by Santa Cruz County students are on display at the Government Center on Ocean Street through May 3! The works are part of the 2024 Youth Art Exhibit, […]

Santa Cruz SPCA Spring Animal Arts Camp  6-8 years Monday & Tuesday, April 1 & 2, 9am-3pm Join campers at the SPCA Spring Animal Arts Camp (ages 6-8) who will be developing their creative skills by designing pictures and models of different animals using a variety of media and techniques. Throughout camp, the children will […]

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 […]

Knitting at the Felton Library Mondays, 12:30 - 2pm, through June 17 Join us every Monday afternoon at the Felton Branch for a knitting party. All you need to do is bring some yarn and knitting needles. All ages are welcome.

Grupo Triple P: Para familias con niños 2-12 años Cada lunes, del 22 de enero al 18 de marzo, 2024 • 4 – 6 pm (Excepto el 19 de febrero) Inscríbase para reservar su lugar y obtener el cuidado de sus niños GRATIS: https://bit.ly/Grupo-Ene2024 Asista por 8 semanas a este grupo GRATIS de Triple P […]

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 […]

Santa Cruz County Youth Art Exhibit Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm through May 3 Reception: Friday, May 3, 5-7pm More than 400 works of art created by Santa Cruz County students are on display at the Government Center on Ocean Street through May 3! The works are part of the 2024 Youth Art Exhibit, […]

Santa Cruz SPCA Spring Animal Arts Camp  6-8 years Monday & Tuesday, April 1 & 2, 9am-3pm Join campers at the SPCA Spring Animal Arts Camp (ages 6-8) who will be developing their creative skills by designing pictures and models of different animals using a variety of media and techniques. Throughout camp, the children will […]

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.

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 […]

Mama Tea and Talk 1st & 3rd Tuesdays 10 - 11:30am In collaboration with Creative Eden Lounge, I’m proud to present an in person mamas* support group. Everyone needs a village, come find yours at Mama Tea & Talk! Expecting mamas, new mamas, or experienced mamas and their babies are welcome! If you are interested […]

Coffee with a Professional Tuesdays, 10:30am, March 5, April 2, May 7, June 2, July 16, August 6 Have you ever wanted to learn about the jobs that other people have? Our monthly Coffee with a Professional program will feature a special guest who will talk about their job, what it’s like on a day-to-day […]

New Parents' Support Group at Felton Library Tuesdays 12:30 - 2pm April 2 - July 16 Join our new parents support group for this weekly peer support group for new parents facilitated by two local postpartum doulas. This program offers a welcoming space for new parents to learn from each other, make new friends, get […]

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  

Santa Cruz County Youth Art Exhibit Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm through May 3 Reception: Friday, May 3, 5-7pm More than 400 works of art created by Santa Cruz County students are on display at the Government Center on Ocean Street through May 3! The works are part of the 2024 Youth Art Exhibit, […]

Santa Cruz SPCA Preteen Spring Camp Wednesdat & Thursday, April 3 & 4, 9am-3pm This Spring, Preteens will  learn about our animal shelter and animal body language. Campers will also create striking animal artworks in a variety of media like pen, dye, collage, crayon, charcoal and paint.  This is a camp that is perfect for […]

Santa Cruz SPCA Spring Animal Arts Preteen Camp 9-12 years Wednesday & Thursday, April 3 & 4, 9am-3pm Join campers ages 9-12 at the SPCA Spring Animal Arts Preteen Camp who will be developing their creative skills by designing pictures and models of different animals using a variety of media and techniques. Throughout camp, the […]

In-person Tech Help Capitola Wednesdays, 10 - 12:00pm, through June 19 Are you stuck with a technology question? One of our tech savvy staff members at the Capitola Library would like to help you troubleshoot your question with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Possible topics may include: creating an email account, creating documents, attaching […]

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!

Join us at the Capitola Bridge Club Wednesdays, 10:30am - 12pm, through April 24 Join us at the Bridge Club! Everyone is welcomed from beginners to social players. If you’re interested in playing Bridge, a table is waiting for you every Wednesday at the Capitola Branch Library. Register: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/11747970?hs=a

Preschool Storytime at Garfield Park Library January 10 - April 24, 10:30 - 11am Join us at the Garfield Park Branch Library for storytime!  We'll share stories, songs, and rhymes in a safe environment. Do-it-yourself craft kits will be provided every week. Ages 2 - 6

Preschool Storytime La Selva Beach Wednesdays 11am - 12pm, January 24 - May 8 Join us for Preschool Storytime La Selva Beach,  a fun interactive storytime. We'll read books, sing songs and use rhythm and movement. This event is suitable for children ages 3-6 years. There will be an arts and crafts project to take […]

 Preschool Storytime at Capitola Library Tuesdays 11 - 11:45am, January 24 - May 1 Join us  for Preschool Storytime at Capitola Library. StoryTime is a weekly early literacy program for families with children ages 0-5 years old. Music, movement, stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and songs are a fun way for your child to learn while spending […]

Game Zone at Scotts Valley library Wednesdays 1 - 3pm, through May 29 Scotts Valley library is offering a new Game Zone program for tweens (10-13) to relax, hang with friends, and play games! We're offering a variety of video, card, and board games as well as snacks every Wednesday afternoon from 1-3pm. Come check […]

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

Take Aways: Art to Go! Exhibit Dates: March 20 – May 5, Weds-Sun, 11am-4pm Opening Reception: Sunday, March 24, 2pm-4pm Step into our 11th annual Take Aways exhibit, showcasing over seventy of the county’s top artists! Browse artworks tailored to every budget, with donated pieces up for grabs in a thrilling raffle at the closing reception. […]

Tales 2 Tails Aptos 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 3:30 - 4:30 through June Tales 2 Tails is a fun, engaging program that allows children struggling with reading to read to a licensed therapy dog. New additional locations and times have been added to this program at our Aptos and La Selva Beach Branches! Registration is […]

Tales 2 Tails La Selva Beach 1st Wednesday 3:30 - 4:30 through June Tales 2 Tails is a fun, engaging program that allows children struggling with reading to read to a licensed therapy dog. New additional locations and times have been added to this program at our Aptos and La Selva Beach Branches! Registration is […]

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 […]

Santa Cruz County Youth Art Exhibit Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm through May 3 Reception: Friday, May 3, 5-7pm More than 400 works of art created by Santa Cruz County students are on display at the Government Center on Ocean Street through May 3! The works are part of the 2024 Youth Art Exhibit, […]

Santa Cruz SPCA Preteen Spring Camp Wednesdat & Thursday, April 3 & 4, 9am-3pm This Spring, Preteens will  learn about our animal shelter and animal body language. Campers will also create striking animal artworks in a variety of media like pen, dye, collage, crayon, charcoal and paint.  This is a camp that is perfect for […]

Santa Cruz SPCA Spring Animal Arts Preteen Camp 9-12 years Wednesday & Thursday, April 3 & 4, 9am-3pm Join campers ages 9-12 at the SPCA Spring Animal Arts Preteen Camp who will be developing their creative skills by designing pictures and models of different animals using a variety of media and techniques. Throughout camp, the […]

Tai Chi in the Library Thursdays 10 - 11am Are you ready to experience the ancient art of Tai Chi amidst the serene ambiance of your local library? What is Tai Chi?  Tai Chi is a gentle, flowing martial art that originated in ancient China. It's known for its graceful movements, deep breathing techniques, and […]

Garfield Park Library Avid Readers Book Club 1st Thursdays 10:30am - 12pm through The Garfield Park Library Avid Readers Book Club meets on the first Thursday of the month from 10:30a to 12:00p.  All adults are welcome. Meetings will be in-person at the Garfield Park Library, 705 Woodrow Avenue, Santa Cruz, Ca 95060. 831-427-7709 for more information March-Tom […]

Career Fairs at Cabrillo College Thursday, April 4, 12:30-2:30pm Wednesday, April 10, 11am-1pm Tuesday, April 16, 12-2pm Join us at one of our Career Fairs at Cabrillo to help prepare you for opportunities and meet with local employers. Career Fairs April 4, from 12:30pm-2:30pm on the Upper Quad (near Bldg. 100) of the Aptos Campus. […]

Creative Art Workshops for Teens April 4 & 18: Gelli Printing May 2 & 16: Markmaking/collaging June 6 & 20: Basic Bookmaking July 11 & 25: Slow Stitching Join local artist Ruth Dailey at the Scotts Valley library for workshops where teens can learn new skills to express their creativity! Ruth has been creating art […]

Santa Cruz County Youth Art Exhibit Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm through May 3 Reception: Friday, May 3, 5-7pm More than 400 works of art created by Santa Cruz County students are on display at the Government Center on Ocean Street through May 3! The works are part of the 2024 Youth Art Exhibit, […]

Discovery Zone Playgroup Fridays 10am - 12pm, through May A time for free discovery zone playgroup for children with a participating adult. Arrival and departure times are flexible. This is a drop-in early learning program, where there will be toys for developing and strengthening gross motor skills, as well as providing time for young children […]

Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) 3rd Fridays, 11am - 12:30pm, March 15 - December 20 Join us at the Aptos Branch Library for an engaging and dynamic book group experience: Bring Your Own Book (BYOB). This innovative program encourages participants to bring along a book of their choice and share their thoughts, insights, and perspectives […]

Preschool Storytime at Scotts Valley Fridays 11 - 11:30am, through May 3 Join Librarian Emily for stories, songs, and lots of fun for preschoolers and their caregivers in our beautiful, newly-renovated Scotts Valley Library Branch every Friday at 11am.

Knitting Group at Live Oak Library Fridays 11am - 1pm through June Come join our knitting event every Friday at Live Oak Library! If you're looking for something fun and relaxing to do, come knit with us! Bring your own yarn, knitting needles, and any other crafting materials you'd like. We welcome crochet and cross […]

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 June 14 Every week at Live Oak Library we will have a new project idea for you to make or explore including Science, Arts & Crafts, Model building, and Exploration of the environment around us. Please allow at least 30 minutes to complete a […]

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!

Lego Friday Fun Fridays 3 - 4:30pm through May 31 Use your imagination and build anything you can dream at Lego Friday Fun! Lego and Duplo blocks will be available for children and youth to tinker with, build, explore, and creatively play! No registration necessary.

Are You Game? Lancelot's Merry Band of Gamers 1st & 3rd Saturdays 12-5pm through May 18 Adults need playtime, too! Come play some new or old favorite tabletop games. Bring your favorite board game or play some of Lancelot's games. No prior gaming experience is necessary. This program is for adults 18+. We will meet every […]

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

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  

Community Crafters Boulder Creek Saturdays 10am - 12pm, through June 15 Come join amazing teachers from the community to learn a new craft or art process, and have a space dedicated to work on projects with others every week. We plan to learn a new craft or art process once a month with the weeks […]

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 […]

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Triple P Workshop: Encouraging School Attendance For families with tweens and teens 10–16+ years Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • Common reasons why kids skip class or school • Effective communication tips for addressing school-related concerns at home • How to collaborate with teachers & use school resources to support your child’s […]

Eclipse Stem Camp April 6, 12 - 4pm Join us Cub Scouts for a half-day eclipse camp, where we will learn about the solar system and eclipses. We shall have some out-of-this-world fun just in time for the total solar eclipse! We will have fun crafts and games. The Santa Cruz Astronomy Club will be […]

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 […]

Concert V – J.S. Bach Cello Suites Featuring Erik Andersen Saturday, April 6, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Anderson will perform Bach's Solo 'Cello Suites II, III, and IV at the UCSC Recital Hall on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at 7:30 pm. Here is a link to the venue: https://music.ucsc.edu/facilities/recital-hall Tickets for this event can […]

Advisory Council of Teens (ACT) Aptos 1st Sunday of the month, 11am - 1:00pm Advisory Council of Teens (ACT) is the SCPL young adult advisory group. ACT is open to all Santa Cruz County young adults, ages 12-18. The main focus of the ACT is young adult services, including programs, events, spaces, and policies.  This […]

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

Familypower: Introduction to Physical Self-Defense for 9-14 year olds with their adults Sunday, April 7, 10 - 11am In our Familypower Introductory Self-Defense online program, youth ages 9-14 together with their adults learn 7 physical self-defense skills to escape an attack – plus age-appropriate strategies to avoid needing to use them.

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 […]

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, […]

In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities Sundays 2 - 4pm Join our  in person art class for people with disabilities at Claraty Arts Center in Santa Cruz. Adaptive art projects and space to work outside or inside and to share time with your family and work on a creative art project. It's for […]

Take Aways: Art to Go! Exhibit Dates: March 20 – May 5, Weds-Sun, 11am-4pm Opening Reception: Sunday, March 24, 2pm-4pm Step into our 11th annual Take Aways exhibit, showcasing over seventy of the county’s top artists! Browse artworks tailored to every budget, with donated pieces up for grabs in a thrilling raffle at the closing reception. […]