Events

MOD's Magical Halloween Wizarding Adventure October 25, 26, 28, 30, 31, Mondays & Wednesdays - Saturdays, 10am-5pm Join MOD's magical, halloween, wizarding adventure. Enter a world of spellbinding wonder where you can send letters via Owl Post, master the art of potion making, fly through a game of Quidditch, embark on a wizardly scavenger hunt, […]

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 […]

Grey Bears Halloween Sale Monday-Sunday, October 21-31, 10am-4:30pm Grey Bears is having a spooky 50% sale on all clothing and fabric in celebration of Halloween, from October 21st–31st, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m!

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 […]

13 Days of Halloween on the Wharf! October 19 - 31, 11am Join us for 13 days of Spooktacular fun on the Santa Cruz Wharf October 19 - 31! It all kicks off on Thursday, October 19th! The Great Pumpkin BINGO Hunt Bring your bingo card to the Wharf any day during the 13 Days […]

Tales to Tails Garfield Park Mondays 3:30-4:30pm, September 16 through December 30 Tales to Tails is a literacy program designed to help children improve their reading skills by reading to certified therapy dogs. Trained therapy dogs will be available Mondays at the Garfield Park Library to be attentive reading partners for children reading aloud. Child […]

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 […]

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 […]

Grey Bears Halloween Sale Monday-Sunday, October 21-31, 10am-4:30pm Grey Bears is having a spooky 50% sale on all clothing and fabric in celebration of Halloween, from October 21st–31st, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m!

13 Days of Halloween on the Wharf! October 19 - 31, 11am Join us for 13 days of Spooktacular fun on the Santa Cruz Wharf October 19 - 31! It all kicks off on Thursday, October 19th! The Great Pumpkin BINGO Hunt Bring your bingo card to the Wharf any day during the 13 Days […]

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 […]

Make and Explore at the Libraries Scroll down for your library's dates & times. Every week we will have a new project idea for you to make or explore at your libraries. Projects will include Science,  and Arts & Crafts. Scotts Valley, Tuesday, 3-4:30pm April 23-July 30. Every week we will have a new project idea […]

Santa Cruz SPCA Preteen PAWS Program Tier 1 (Promoting Animal Welfare with Students) Tuesday, September 10, 4-6pm Our popular PAWS Tier 1 program allows animal-loving students to learn about and interact with our shelter animals through games, training and awareness of body language and behavior. This rewarding program helps the children learn about animal needs […]

Santa Cruz SPCA Preteen PAWS Program Tier 1 (Promoting Animal Welfare with Students) Tuesdays 4-6pm,October 8, 15, 22 Our popular PAWS Tier 1 program allows animal-loving students to learn about and interact with our shelter animals through games, dog training and awareness of body language and behavior. Pre-teen PAWS Tier 1-for 10–12-year-old participants, each Tuesday […]

Tai Chi for Teens Tuesdays 5-6pm, Oct. 29 - November 19 Join Tai Chi for Teens at Capitola Library Tuesdays 5-6pm. Tai Chi is a gentle, flowing martial art that originated in ancient China. It's known for its graceful movements, deep breathing techniques, and meditative benefits. Benefits of Tai Chi: - Enhance your balance and […]

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  

MOD's Magical Halloween Wizarding Adventure October 25, 26, 28, 30, 31, Mondays & Wednesdays - Saturdays, 10am-5pm Join MOD's magical, halloween, wizarding adventure. Enter a world of spellbinding wonder where you can send letters via Owl Post, master the art of potion making, fly through a game of Quidditch, embark on a wizardly scavenger hunt, […]

Grey Bears Halloween Sale Monday-Sunday, October 21-31, 10am-4:30pm Grey Bears is having a spooky 50% sale on all clothing and fabric in celebration of Halloween, from October 21st–31st, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m!

13 Days of Halloween on the Wharf! October 19 - 31, 11am Join us for 13 days of Spooktacular fun on the Santa Cruz Wharf October 19 - 31! It all kicks off on Thursday, October 19th! The Great Pumpkin BINGO Hunt Bring your bingo card to the Wharf any day during the 13 Days […]

Story Time and Stay and Play Wednesdays, 11am-12pm, September 10 - December Join us for Story Time featuring songs, rhymes, and stories designed to help preschoolers develop early literacy skills. This program is designed for children ages three to five and their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! After Story Time, stay for Stay & […]

Storytime with Ivy Last Wednesday of the Month 11-11:15am Join Ivy, our children’s book buyer, at 11:00 am on the last Wednesday of the month for a storytime presentation of some of her favorite picture books! Meet in the kids’ section. Kids Event

Santa Cruz SPCA Junior PAWS Program Tier 2 (Promoting Animal Welfare with Students) Wednesdays 4-6pm,  September 11, 18, 25 The PAWS Tier 2 Program at the Santa Cruz SPCA engages students in respecting and responding to the needs of our shelter animals through learning, play and training. The children help socialize the animals and learn […]

The Youth Center Maze of Horror October 30 & October 31, 5 - 6:30pm The Youth Center Maze of Horror is BACK! Don’t get lost in the twists and turns of their annual Maze of Horror, where every corner may hold a spooky surprise… Can you make it all the way through?? Head over there […]

Triple-P Stress Busters Wednesday, October 30, 6 - 7:30pm Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • Common causes of stress and how it affects parenting • How to recognize signs of stress • Positive and healthy ways to manage and reduce stress in your daily life. Presented IN ENGLISH on Zoom by Mayra […]

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 […]

Artist Joel Michael Smith Exhibit Exhibit Daily through August 29 Closing Reception, August 24, 3:30-5pm To honor and recognize local talent, the Friends of the Aptos Library are hosting a closing art reception event in the Betty Leonard Community Room. Joel Michael Smith Art is currently on display at the Aptos Branch Library and the […]

MOD's Magical Halloween Wizarding Adventure October 25, 26, 28, 30, 31, Mondays & Wednesdays - Saturdays, 10am-5pm Join MOD's magical, halloween, wizarding adventure. Enter a world of spellbinding wonder where you can send letters via Owl Post, master the art of potion making, fly through a game of Quidditch, embark on a wizardly scavenger hunt, […]

JuneBug's Gym Preschool Halloween Party Thursday, October 31, 10am - 2pm Join us for our Annual Halloween Open House! Come join us for an hour of fun and explore a child friendly "Haunted Gym!" Snacks, craft time, and goodie bag for all children. Please sign-up through our website (I-class Pro portal) to pick a time […]

Grey Bears Halloween Sale Monday-Sunday, October 21-31, 10am-4:30pm Grey Bears is having a spooky 50% sale on all clothing and fabric in celebration of Halloween, from October 21st–31st, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m!

13 Days of Halloween on the Wharf! October 19 - 31, 11am Join us for 13 days of Spooktacular fun on the Santa Cruz Wharf October 19 - 31! It all kicks off on Thursday, October 19th! The Great Pumpkin BINGO Hunt Bring your bingo card to the Wharf any day during the 13 Days […]

Spooktacular Family Storytime & Craft Felton Thursday, October 31,  11am Join Felton Librarian Jackie for a spooktacular family storytime! All treats and no tricks! We will read spooky and silly stories, sing songs, and have lots of fun. Costumes encouraged! Located in the Felton Community Room, Thursday, October 31st at 11am.

Halloween Music Class Thursday, October 31, 1:30-2:30pm Join us for a fun & festive morning of singing spooky, silly songs and playing musical instruments, plus making crafts & new friends! We will be holding our class in Downtown Felton inside the cozy shop of Redwood & Ranunculus! A locally owned, flower shop & workshop space. […]

Pokemon at Live Oak Annex Thursdays 3-5pm, September 12, 2024 - January 23, 2025 Informal drop-in. Join us at Live Oak Annex to play pokemon. Ages 6-11 Bring your decks and get ready to see who is the Poke Master! No trades allowed unless parents are present. For more information please call 831-427-7713

Celebrate Halloween at Capitola Mall Thursday, October 31,4-6pm Celebrate Halloween at Capitola Mall! Join us for a spooky good time at our Free Family Trick or Treat event on October 31 from 4-6pm.

 Boulder Creek Rec Halloween Open House Thursday, October 31, 5-8pm Head to Downtown Boulder Creek to enjoy Trick or Treat for candy and treats to the kiddos.  Visit Boulder Creek Rec's Open House anytime on Halloween evening. Our downtown facility will be open for all to use before, during and after you hit the town […]

Trick or Treat Downtown Felton Monday, October 31, 5 - 7pm Join us for our annual town trick or treat event in downtown Felton! Businesses will be hosting open doors and handing out candy to our trick or treaters of all ages starting at 5pm. Felton Fire will also be downtown near Liberty Bank with […]

 Boulder Creek Trick or Treat Thursday, October 31, 5-7pm Join us in Downtown Boulder Creek to enjoy Trick or Treat On Halloween.  Downtown merchants offer sweets to throngs of colorfully costumed kids, and adults get out their most creative costumes for an endless stream of photo ops and laughter. Volunteers wanted! Sign up on the […]

The Youth Center Maze of Horror October 30 & October 31, 5 - 6:30pm The Youth Center Maze of Horror is BACK! Don’t get lost in the twists and turns of their annual Maze of Horror, where every corner may hold a spooky surprise… Can you make it all the way through?? Head over there […]

Halloween Bioluminescence Paddle Thursday, October 31, 5:15-8:15 To celebrate spooky season we are hosting a special Halloween Bioluminescence Paddle at our Elkhorn Slough location! Wear your wildest costumes as you paddle in the dark searching for bioluminescence. Who knows you might even see a ghost ….. or a curious harbor seal. Call our Elkhorn Slough […]

Pleasure Point Halloween Parade Thursday, October 31, 5:30pm Meet at 1st Peak Stairs, (East Cliff at 32nd) PARADE START @ 5:45 just before Sunset to show off your costumes in the light Be there a little early. Gremlins in Costume will get their 1st piece of Hersheys Milk Chocolate Halloween candy for joining the community […]

China Cats Very Grateful Halloween Dance Party Join us, the China Cats, leading a high-energy Very Grateful Halloween Dance Party! Haunted decor, Grateful Dead costume contest, and the best groove you'll find anywhere for your Halloween-themed dancing pleasure! Dress to impress and get ready for an evening of high-energy dance music on the sweeping wooden […]

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.

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 […]

Baby Time and Stay and Play Capitola Friday, September 6,  11am-12pm Baby Story Time features songs, rhymes, stories, and lap play designed to help babies develop early literacy skills. This program is designed for children ages birth to two and their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! After Baby Time, stay for Stay & Play […]

Scrabble La Selva Beach August 2 - November 15, Fridays, 1 - 2pm Did you know that  PACZKI is a round filled doughnut (23 points)?  Come test your vocabulary in a game of Scrabble at La Selva Beach Library. La Selva Beach Library, 316 Estrella Ave., LSB Are you a bridge player too?  The LSB […]

B40 Game Zone for Tweens and Teens Fridays 3-4:30pm, September 20 - November 22 Join Branciforte Library's  program of video gaming and traditional board games for young tweens and teens. A great opportunity to meet and make new friends!

Art And Memory - First Friday at Chris Johnson Glass/Studio Zayante Friday, November 1, 4-pm Join us for November First Friday in our glass blowing studio and gallery where we're hosting guest artist Cathy Carte Cathy is a Santa Cruz based artist who captures the essence of summer days and the beach combing life with […]

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!

7th Annual Día de Muertos Friday, November 1, 4-9pm The Santa Cruz COE is pleased to co-present the 7th Annual Día de Muertos celebration from 4-9 p.m. November 1 in the Watsonville Plaza! Families and community members of all ages are invited to celebrate this cherished tradition with films under the stars, live music, dance, art […]

Watsonville Film Festival's Dia de Los Muertos Friday, November 1, 4 - 9pm Join us and Watsonville Film Festival for the 7th Annual Dia de Muertos Festival on November 1 from 4-9 PM at the City Plaza. Celebrate this beautiful tradition featuring altars, live music and dance and hands-on activities and the screening of coco! Los invitamos […]

Saturday Ceramics at The Art Factory Saturdays, 10-11:30am, October 5 - November 2 It’s that time of year again! Join us for “Saturday Ceramics” at The Art Factory and dive into the fun of making ceramic gourds and pumpkins. Saturday Ceramics Drop-in sessions are back with a new and improved format! 1.5 hour classes that […]

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....

Adaptations Concert by Santa Cruz Symphony Saturday, November 2 at 7:30 PM at Civic Auditorium Sunday, November 3 at 2:00 PM at Henry J. Mello Center Classical music is always evolving, always being transformed by its many interpretations. Our Adaptations concert will take us to a higher level of insight with works by Antonín Dvořák, […]

West Cliff Day of Dead Outdoor Market Saturday, November 2, 10am-5pm Come enjoy our West Cliff Day of Dead Outdoor Market with unique artisans and food trucks while taking in the spectacular view of the ocean. This one of a kind market will be held in Light House parking lots along West Cliff Drive in […]

Rancho Siempre Verde Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch Saturdays & Sundays 9am-4:30pm, September 28 - November 16 Join Rancho Siempre Verde's family farm for our annual Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch! We’re located on Highway 1 between Half Moon Bay and Santa Cruz, in Pescadero. Bring your family and friends and come for the most […]

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  

X Academy for Students Who Love Math Saturdays 10am-12pm, October 19-November 23 If your student loves math, join the X Academy. The Santa Cruz Math Circle is a great opportunity to explore challenging and fun mathematics with kids from across the county. Supported by Santa Cruz COE, the X Academy Santa Cruz Math Circle is […]

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 […]

Sewing for Kids First Saturdays 10:30am-12pm, October 5 - February 1, 2025 Join Sewing for Kids Downtown! Come make something special with us. A different hand sewing project is offered each month. For October, we are making Button Owls. No sewing experience needed. Recommended for ages 7-12. Registration required: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/12711336  

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Comparsa Dia de Los Muertos Saturday, November 2, 4-8pm Excited for our upcoming event!. Join the Comparsa, Day of the Dead celebration on Saturday, November 2, from 4- 8pm at Branciforte Small School - 840 N Branciforte Ave, Santa Cruz. This is a FREE EVENT!

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 […]

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 […]

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Rancho Siempre Verde Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch Saturdays & Sundays 9am-4:30pm, September 28 - November 16 Join Rancho Siempre Verde's family farm for our annual Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch! We’re located on Highway 1 between Half Moon Bay and Santa Cruz, in Pescadero. Bring your family and friends and come for the most […]

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 […]

Adaptations Concert by Santa Cruz Symphony Saturday, November 2 at 7:30 PM at Civic Auditorium Sunday, November 3 at 2:00 PM at Henry J. Mello Center Classical music is always evolving, always being transformed by its many interpretations. Our Adaptations concert will take us to a higher level of insight with works by Antonín Dvořák, […]