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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Afternoon STEAM: Minecraft 4th Tuesdays, October 22 - April 22 Also 2nd Tuesdays, October 8 - May 13 Learn how to craft, build, and survive with afternoon steam Minecraft. Ages 8-18. Space is limited, participation is on a first-come basis.

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 […]

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 […]

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  

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 […]

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 […]

Super Tots Winter Sports Ages 3 to 5 Wednesdays at Simpkins, 4-4:45pm, Session Start Days: Dec 4, Jan 8, Feb 5, Mar 5, April 2 Thursdays at Highland Park,  3-3:45pm, Session Start Days:Dec 5, Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 6, April 3 Join us for a fun and active Super Tots Winter Sports season Ages […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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!

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

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  

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 […]

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

Familypower: Starting Strong for ages 3-7 with their adults Sunday, February 2, 20-11am Through puppets and fun, interactive stories, learn how to introduce People Safety Skills and to continue to practice them in your daily life. Help your child learn how to handle a friend sayiamng something mean, check first before touching something unsafe, move […]

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 […]