Events

Winter Camp Lights, Theater, ACTION with Fred the Skunk Dec 30, 2024 - Jan 3, 2025 Age at least 6 yrs but less than 12yrs 11m, Mixed Join us for an unforgettable week filled with laughter and creativity as Campers bring “Fred The Skunk" to the stage! Campers will explore casting roles, develop quirky characters […]

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 […]

Flynn Creek Circus 2024 Families; December 19 - January 5 Families Thurs, Dec 19, 6pm | Fri, Dec 20, 7pm | Sat, Dec 21, 4pm Families Sun, Dec 22, 2pm & 5pm  Mon, Dec 23, 2pm &  5pm | Tue, Dec 24, 2pm | Thur, Dec 26, 4pm | Fri, Dec 27, 4pm & 7pm […]

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 […]

Flynn Creek Circus 2024 Families; December 19 - January 5 Families Thurs, Dec 19, 6pm | Fri, Dec 20, 7pm | Sat, Dec 21, 4pm Families Sun, Dec 22, 2pm & 5pm  Mon, Dec 23, 2pm &  5pm | Tue, Dec 24, 2pm | Thur, Dec 26, 4pm | Fri, Dec 27, 4pm & 7pm […]

Holiday Production: A Christmas Carol by Santa Cruz Shakespeare November 23 through December 24 - Scroll down for dates|times. Santa Cruz Shakespeare (SCS) debuts a new holiday tradition for the whole family with its production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, starring Mike Ryan as Ebeneezer Scrooge. Audiences can expect a theatrical and music-filled adaptation […]

Winter Camp Lights, Theater, ACTION with Fred the Skunk Dec 30, 2024 - Jan 3, 2025 Age at least 6 yrs but less than 12yrs 11m, Mixed Join us for an unforgettable week filled with laughter and creativity as Campers bring “Fred The Skunk" to the stage! Campers will explore casting roles, develop quirky characters […]

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 […]

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 […]

Flynn Creek Circus 2024 Families; December 19 - January 5 Families Thurs, Dec 19, 6pm | Fri, Dec 20, 7pm | Sat, Dec 21, 4pm Families Sun, Dec 22, 2pm & 5pm  Mon, Dec 23, 2pm &  5pm | Tue, Dec 24, 2pm | Thur, Dec 26, 4pm | Fri, Dec 27, 4pm & 7pm […]

Holiday Production: A Christmas Carol by Santa Cruz Shakespeare November 23 through December 24 - Scroll down for dates|times. Santa Cruz Shakespeare (SCS) debuts a new holiday tradition for the whole family with its production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, starring Mike Ryan as Ebeneezer Scrooge. Audiences can expect a theatrical and music-filled adaptation […]

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 […]

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  

Holiday Production: A Christmas Carol by Santa Cruz Shakespeare November 23 through December 24 - Scroll down for dates|times. Santa Cruz Shakespeare (SCS) debuts a new holiday tradition for the whole family with its production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, starring Mike Ryan as Ebeneezer Scrooge. Audiences can expect a theatrical and music-filled adaptation […]

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

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

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

Super Tots Winter Sports Ages 3 to 5 Simpkins, Wednesdays 4-4:45pm, Session Start Days: Dec 4, Jan 8, Feb 5, Mar 5, April 2 Ben Lomond, Thursdays 3-3:45pm, Session Start Days:Dec 5, Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 6, April 3 Join us for fun and active Super Winter Tots sports! The Santa Cruz County Parks […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Winter Camp Lights, Theater, ACTION with Fred the Skunk Dec 30, 2024 - Jan 3, 2025 Age at least 6 yrs but less than 12yrs 11m, Mixed Join us for an unforgettable week filled with laughter and creativity as Campers bring “Fred The Skunk" to the stage! Campers will explore casting roles, develop quirky characters […]

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

Super Tots Winter Sports Ages 3 to 5 Wednesdays 4-4:45pm, Session Start Days: Dec 4, Jan 8, Feb 5, Mar 5, April 2 Thursdays 3-3:45pm, Session Start Days: Join us for fun and active Super Winter Tots sports! The Santa Cruz County Parks Department is excited to offer our indoor Super Tots winter sports programs […]

Winter Camp Lights, Theater, ACTION with Fred the Skunk Dec 30, 2024 - Jan 3, 2025 Age at least 6 yrs but less than 12yrs 11m, Mixed Join us for an unforgettable week filled with laughter and creativity as Campers bring “Fred The Skunk" to the stage! Campers will explore casting roles, develop quirky characters […]

Bird Walks at Wilder Ranch 2nd & last Friday of the month, 9am-1pm, through December 27 On this 2.5 mile hike, be prepared to walk on uneven surfaces, with many stops to view the many birds, plants, and scenery along the way. You will help each other spot and identify birds! Bring your binoculars if […]

Bird Walks at Wilder Ranch 2nd & last Friday of the month, 9am-12pm, through December 27 On this 2.5 mile hike, be prepared to walk on uneven surfaces, with many stops to view the many birds, plants, and scenery along the way. You will help each other spot and identify birds! Bring your binoculars if […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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!

Flynn Creek Circus 2024 Families; December 19 - January 5 Families Thurs, Dec 19, 6pm | Fri, Dec 20, 7pm | Sat, Dec 21, 4pm Families Sun, Dec 22, 2pm & 5pm  Mon, Dec 23, 2pm &  5pm | Tue, Dec 24, 2pm | Thur, Dec 26, 4pm | Fri, Dec 27, 4pm & 7pm […]

Winter Camp Lights, Theater, ACTION with Fred the Skunk Dec 30, 2024 - Jan 3, 2025 Age at least 6 yrs but less than 12yrs 11m, Mixed Join us for an unforgettable week filled with laughter and creativity as Campers bring “Fred The Skunk" to the stage! Campers will explore casting roles, develop quirky characters […]

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

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults 18+ 2nd & 4th Saturdays, 12-5pm, beginning May 25 For adults 18+, step into the realm of Dungeons & Dragons! Whether you’re a newbie or a veteran adventurer, join us every 2nd and 4th Saturday for an epic afternoon of storytelling. Be a bard, wizard, or barbarian, and tackle creative […]

Flynn Creek Circus 2024 Families; December 19 - January 5 Families Thurs, Dec 19, 6pm | Fri, Dec 20, 7pm | Sat, Dec 21, 4pm Families Sun, Dec 22, 2pm & 5pm  Mon, Dec 23, 2pm &  5pm | Tue, Dec 24, 2pm | Thur, Dec 26, 4pm | Fri, Dec 27, 4pm & 7pm […]

GroovaRoo Dance 2nd and 4th Saturdays, 1:30 - 2:30pm Hey, Mamas! Have you heard of GroovaRoo Dance? It’s been a few years since these classes have been around in our county, but we’re back and if you’re looking for something fun to do with your little one (under 2yo) come dance with us! GroovaRoo Dance  […]

Winter Camp Lights, Theater, ACTION with Fred the Skunk Dec 30, 2024 - Jan 3, 2025 Age at least 6 yrs but less than 12yrs 11m, Mixed Join us for an unforgettable week filled with laughter and creativity as Campers bring “Fred The Skunk" to the stage! Campers will explore casting roles, develop quirky characters […]

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

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 […]

Flynn Creek Circus 2024 Families; December 19 - January 5 Families Thurs, Dec 19, 6pm | Fri, Dec 20, 7pm | Sat, Dec 21, 4pm Families Sun, Dec 22, 2pm & 5pm  Mon, Dec 23, 2pm &  5pm | Tue, Dec 24, 2pm | Thur, Dec 26, 4pm | Fri, Dec 27, 4pm & 7pm […]

Flynn Creek Circus 2024 Families; December 19 - January 5 Families Thurs, Dec 19, 6pm | Fri, Dec 20, 7pm | Sat, Dec 21, 4pm Families Sun, Dec 22, 2pm & 5pm  Mon, Dec 23, 2pm &  5pm | Tue, Dec 24, 2pm | Thur, Dec 26, 4pm | Fri, Dec 27, 4pm & 7pm […]

The White Album Ensemble, Abridged, with Revolver Sunday, December 29, 8pm -  11:30pm The White Album Ensemble has been performing the quirky double album "The Beatles" official name. It was never designed to be a "live" group of songs, but we did it for 20 years, often sell outs. But Many have said it was […]