Musical Theatre: Broadways Wicked Witches & Wizards
Montalvo Arts Center 15400 Montalvo Road, SaratogaMystery Box Monday at MOD
Santa Cruz Children's Museum of Discovery MOD 1855 41st Ave #10, CapitolaWeek of Events
Where your California State Library Parks Pass Will Take You
Where your California State Library Parks Pass Will Take You Where will your California State Library Parks Pass take you? With access to over 200 participating #CAStateParks, the hardest part is choosing where to go first! Will it be a coastal escape? A serene redwood forest? A scenic desert landscape? How to get your pass: […]
Painting and Drawing Classes at SC Art League
Painting and Drawing Classes at SC Art League May & June Don't miss out on our exciting painting and drawing classes coming up soon! Whether you're a painter or you prefer drawing, we've got lots of options! These are just four of many choices! Sign up today! Click for ALL Classes.
Senderos Summer Dance Classes
Senderos Summer Dance Classes June and July -See website for specific dates/times Senderos Summer dance classes are here! Ready to move, have fun and learn? Registration for our summer classes is now OPEN! All levels - from beginner to advanced, Classes for Children, Youth and Adults. Rehearsal dates and times available very soon Don't miss […]
Library Summer Reading
Library Summer Reading June 1: Sign Up June 22: Last day for adult early raffle sign up July 31: Last day of Summer Reading August 9: Last day to log reading and redeem incentive prizes. Week of August 11: Raffle drawings will take place and winners will begin to be notified The Summer Reading Program […]
3rd Annual SkillTree Soccer Camp 1
3rd Annual SkillTree Soccer Camp 1
3rd Annual SkillTree Soccer Camp Monday - Thursday, June 16-19 and 23-26 Players will spend their days rotating between competitive games of Soccer Tennis, Soccer, and Technical Skills Development. The camp will be guided by USSF B-License coach/PE teacher: Jaime Madrigal. SkillTree Soccer invites all competitive and aspiring soccer players to come together for a […]
Watercolor Pet Portraits
Watercolor Pet Portraits
Watercolor Pet Portraits Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm, June 16-20 & 23-27 Develop your own style through watercolors in this two-week camp. If you're a pet parent, you'll love the opportunity to immortalize your pet in a beautiful and personalized work of art! Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced young artist, this camp […]
Musical Theatre: Broadways Wicked Witches & Wizards
Musical Theatre: Broadways Wicked Witches & Wizards
Musical Theatre: Broadways Wicked Witches & Wizards Weekdays 9am - 4pm, June 16 - 27 Set the stage: a musical overture playing, the red curtain rising, and your child in the spotlight! This two-week musical camp celebrates the best hits from Broadway and beyond including witches & wizards. Young stars-to-be will hone their stagecraft skills […]
Sutter Maternity Postpartum Wellness Group
Sutter Maternity Postpartum Wellness Group
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 […]
Mystery Box Monday at MOD
Mystery Box Monday at MOD
Mystery Box Monday at MOD Mondays, 3pm Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, artist, and problem-solver! Reserve your spot at sccmod.org/fun Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, […]
Tales to Tails Garfield Park
Tales to Tails Garfield Park
Tales to Tails Garfield Park Mondays 3:30-4:30pm, through July 14 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 must be […]
Postpartum Support Group
Postpartum Support Group
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 […]
Watercolor Pet Portraits
Watercolor Pet Portraits
Watercolor Pet Portraits Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm, June 16-20 & 23-27 Develop your own style through watercolors in this two-week camp. If you're a pet parent, you'll love the opportunity to immortalize your pet in a beautiful and personalized work of art! Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced young artist, this camp […]
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
Toddler Time Tuesdays 11 - 11:45am, May 13 & 20, June 17 & 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 Join us for a special series of Toddler Time where local community resource professionals answer your questions relating to aspects of child development. May 13 - Music and Movement May 20 - Nutrition June […]
Tales to Tails Felton
Tales to Tails Felton
Tales to Tails Felton Library 3rd Tuesdays, 3-4pm, April 15 - December 16 Tales to Tails is a literacy program designed to help children improve their reading skills by providing them the opportunity to read to certified therapy dogs. Programs like Tales to Tails have been implemented nationally in both libraries and schools and have […]
Free Sewing Workshop
Free Sewing Workshop
Free Sewing Workshop 2nd & 3rd Tuesdays, through December 9 & 16, 4 - 5:30pm Free Sewing Classes - Ready to unleash your creativity and learn a new skill? Whether you're a total beginner or an experienced sewer, our free sewing classes are for you. Join us for a fun, hands-on experience where you can: […]
Watercolor Pet Portraits
Watercolor Pet Portraits
Watercolor Pet Portraits Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm, June 16-20 & 23-27 Develop your own style through watercolors in this two-week camp. If you're a pet parent, you'll love the opportunity to immortalize your pet in a beautiful and personalized work of art! Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced young artist, this camp […]
Downtown Farmers Market 2022
Downtown Farmers Market 2022
A great selection of local artisan foodstuffs, delicious baked goods, and currently many unique, high quality options for grab-and-go lunch and dinner.
Tales 2 Tails Aptos
Tales 2 Tails Aptos
Tales 2 Tails Aptos Wednesdays 3:30 - 4:30 through July 9 Trained therapy dogs will be available at the Library to be attentive reading partners for children reading aloud. Child must be 6-17 years old, and already reading to some degree. Our volunteer handlers are there to provide support but are not trained reading instructors. […]
Teen Anime Club
Teen Anime Club
Teen Anime Club 3rd Wednesdays, through December 17, 4pm Looking for a community of people who appreciate anime? During our monthly Teen Anime Club, we will explore and celebrate Japanese popular culture through cooking, craft-making and playing games. This program will take place on the third Wednesday of every month from 4:30-5:30pm. Audience: Teens (grades […]
Jr Rangers for Families at the Garfield Park Library
Jr Rangers for Families at the Garfield Park Library
Jr Rangers for Families at the Garfield Park Library Once a month 4 - 5pm: April 17, May 15, June 18, July 17 Come join us for a collaboration between California State Parks and Santa Cruz Public Libraries! Discover California’s Natural and Cultural History at these free programs at the Garfield Park Library through stories, […]
Capitola Twilight Concerts
Capitola Twilight Concerts
Capitola Twilight Concerts Wednesdays 6pm, June 11 - August 27 Join us for the Capitola Twilight Concerts are hosted on Wednesday evenings during the summer months. All concerts begin at 6 p.m.and take place at the Esplanade bandstand in Capitola Village. These free events are made possible by the generousity of our sponsors. June 11 […]
Watercolor Pet Portraits
Watercolor Pet Portraits
Watercolor Pet Portraits Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm, June 16-20 & 23-27 Develop your own style through watercolors in this two-week camp. If you're a pet parent, you'll love the opportunity to immortalize your pet in a beautiful and personalized work of art! Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced young artist, this camp […]
Mah Jongg Club – Hong Kong Style
Mah Jongg Club – Hong Kong Style
Mah Jongg Club - Hong Kong Style Thursdays, 2 - 4pm, through December 18 Welcome players of all levels - the experienced and the newly curious! Connect with fellow Mahjong enthusiasts and build a supportive community. Share experiences, exchange tips, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow learners. I host a Beginner's Learning Table EVERY week, […]
Artificial Intelligence Discussion Group
Artificial Intelligence Discussion Group
Artificial Intelligence Discussion Group 3rd Thursdays, 6 - 8pm Join us and discuss the infinite possibilities of A.I.! Are you Intrigued by A.I.? Does A.I. Scare you? Do you want A.I. to write your next term paper? Come hang out and talk about the implementation and implications of this rapidly advancing field. Discussions are every […]
Watercolor Pet Portraits
Watercolor Pet Portraits
Watercolor Pet Portraits Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm, June 16-20 & 23-27 Develop your own style through watercolors in this two-week camp. If you're a pet parent, you'll love the opportunity to immortalize your pet in a beautiful and personalized work of art! Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced young artist, this camp […]
Little Discoverer Fridays
Little Discoverer Fridays
Little Discoverer Infant/Toddler Fridays Fridays 10:30-11am Make Fridays memorable with the Museum of Discovery's Infant Toddler Class—a fantastic blend of play, exploration, and social experiences. Located in the party room programming changes weekly offering magical experiences for you and your child. Free with daily admission and no pre-registration required Ages 0-3 years Join us and […]
Bring Your Own Book (BYOB)
Bring Your Own Book (BYOB)
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
Baby Time and Stay and Play Capitola
Baby Time and Stay and Play Capitola Fridays, through July 25, 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 & […]
Create Junkbots!
Create Junkbots!
Create Junkbots! Friday, June 20, 11am - 2pm In this hands-on program, kids will use everyday materials like cans, nuts, bolts, and other recycled treasures to design and build their own unique robot masterpieces. Along the way, they’ll explore concepts like engineering, creativity, and sustainability, learning how to turn trash into treasure while gaining critical […]
New Support Group Stillbirth & Infant Loss Support
New Support Group Stillbirth & Infant Loss Support
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 […]
Preparing Your Family for a New Baby
Preparing Your Family for a New Baby
Preparing Your Family for a New Baby Friday, June 20, 12:30 - 2pm The Triple P – Positive Parenting Program is one of the most effective evidence-based parenting programs in the world, backed by more than 35 years of ongoing research. Attend this FREE parenting workshop to learn: How to prepare your children to welcome […]
Scrabble at La Selva Beach
Scrabble at La Selva Beach
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
Friday Pet Food Pantry
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 Brick Builder Fridays
Lego Brick Builder Fridays
Lego Brick Builder Fridays Fridays, 3-4pm Calling All Master Builders! Get ready to unleash your creativity and engineering skills at the Children's Museum of Discovery's LEGO Challenge Build Event! This exciting event is perfect for LEGO fans of all ages. Here's what you can expect: A Fun Challenge: We'll have a special build theme announced […]
Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party
Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party
Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party Fridays, May 30 - August 29, 5:00 to 8:30ish The Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 5th year—every Friday from May 30th to August 29th. We’re re-imagining the event, and we can’t wait to share the details with you! In the meantime, we’re […]
Music in the Plaza
Music in the Plaza
Music in the Plaza 6 - 8pm, June 20, July 18, August , August 15, September 5, September 19 Join us at the City Plaza for the return of our popular Music in the Plaza concert series, featuring free live outdoor performances. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, or a picnic dinner and enjoy a fun, relaxing evening filled with […]
Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College
Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College
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....
Bubble Bonanza at Roaring Camp
Bubble Bonanza at Roaring Camp
Bubble Bonanza Saturday, June 21, 11am Get ready to step on board the Bubble Train for Roaring Camp's Bubble Bonanza. Zillions of Bubbles will float through the air as you travel down the tracks through the Redwood Forest. Sing Bubble songs with the phenomenal Peter Apel on a 20 minute train ride full of bubble […]
Westside Farmers Market
Westside Farmers Market
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
Cinderella Ballet
Cinderella Ballet
Cinderella Ballet Saturday June 21, 10am and Sunday, June 22, 7pm Santa Cruz Dance Theater brings the classic tale of Cinderella to life with this beautiful ballet with all the sparkle and drama ballet has to offer on a stage filled with the delight of the majestic castle, pumpkin carriage and the clock striking midnight. […]
Saturdays in the Soil
Saturdays in the Soil
Saturdays in the Soil Third Saturdays, 10am - noon We are coming together as a community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A-Park program. At the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, you gain new wisdom about local ecology, native plants, and sustainable gardening while connecting with nature outdoors. It’s time to get your […]
Weekend Ranger Nature Programs for Kids Big Basin
Weekend Ranger Nature Programs for Kids Big Basin
Weekend Ranger Nature Programs for Kids, Big Basin Redwoods State Park– All Summer Long! Saturdays and Sundays through August 31 Little Rangers ages 3–6 – Saturdays at 10:00 AM (30-minute program) Perfect for children ages 3-6 and their families. Each session features a fun, engaging topic like “Furry Friends of the Forest” or “All About […]
Felton Community Nature Journaling
Felton Community Nature Journaling
Felton Community Nature Journaling Saturday, June 21, 10:30am-12pm Have you ever wanted to learn how to nature-journal? Join and learn skills and techniques that will get you out into nature exploring sunlight, shadows, movement and heat in our wonderful natural world. Participants will develop mindfulness and observation skills, foster a deeper sense of wonder and […]
Guided Walk: Big Basin: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Guided Walk: Big Basin: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Guided Walk: Big Basin: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow Saturdays 11am-12pm Big Basin Redwoods State Park 21600 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek, CA, United States Come learn about the story of Big Basin: past, present, and future while wandering under the guardian old-growth redwoods that have seen it all! This program is a 1 hour walk […]
Pleasure Point Street Fair 2025
Pleasure Point Street Fair 2025
Pleasure Point Street Fair 2025 Saturday, June 21, 12 - 5pm The Pleasure Point Street Fair will feature live music, kids’ activities, shopping, food vendors, and a beer garden. We are pleased to announce that some of the proceeds will be donated to the Live Oak Education Foundation. Great Music: Local bands will perform a […]
READ program with Ziggy the mini
READ program with Ziggy the mini
READ program with Ziggy the mini One hour Sessions, 1pm and 2pm, on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, beginning November 30 and December 1 READ program (Reading Equine Art Duo) with Ziggy the mini was designed to strengthen reading skills in a fun, creative way. Students experience nature, art, and animals in a relaxed, calming environment. […]
Cinderella, A Ballet
Cinderella, A Ballet
Cinderella, A Ballet Saturday & Sunday, June 21 & 22, 1pm & 4:30pm both days Santa Cruz Dance Theater is delighted to present Cinderella, a breathtaking full-length ballet set to the exquisite music of Sergei Prokofiev. This enchanting production will take the stage at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium on June 21st and June 22nd, […]
Science Saturdays
Science Saturdays
Science Saturdays Saturdays 1 - 2pm Join us every Saturday from 3 - 4:30pm for fun and interactive science adventures at the Children's Museum of Discovery! Each week, we’ll bring learning to life through engaging science lessons, followed by hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and curiosity for all. From exciting experiments to interactive demos, Science […]
The Communication Playground
The Communication Playground
The Communication Playground … connect…explore…learn! Saturday, June 21, 1 - 4 Come on out to The Communication Playground this month! In person at a beautiful ocean front location in west Santa Cruz. (to be announced to registered participants) Join Jean Morrison and Mark Schneider to CONNECT! EXPLORE! LEARN! We offer engaging processes for learning/applying […]
Chess Club with Gjon
Chess Club with Gjon
Chess Club with Gjon Saturdays, 2 - 3:30pm, through July 26 Professional chess instruction with Chess Master Gjon Feinstein. For ages 6 - 18, all levels welcome! If you have never played chess before, please contact Gjon before your first session: coach@santacruzchess.com or 831-425-7835.
Lego No-So Simple Machines Aptos
Lego No-So Simple Machines Aptos
Afternoon STEAM: Lego No-So Simple Machines Aptos Saturdays 2 - 3:30pm, through July 26 Learn how to create Lego devices using simple machines (gears, levers, pulleys, and swivels). Participants work at their own pace. Once their device will work manually, then it will be motorize. Builders will learn how to program motors using Lego WeDo software. […]
Paint and Play Saturdays
Paint and Play Saturdays
Paint and Play Saturdays Saturdays 10:30am Unleash creativity and have a blast with colors at MOD's Paint & Play! Recommended for ages 4 and up, this informal class is perfect for anyone who can independently use a paintbrush. Learn a variety of fun painting techniques, from basic strokes to more advanced styles, while letting your […]
Free Workshop “Give Your Kids Wings to Fly”
Free Workshop “Give Your Kids Wings to Fly”
"Give Your Kids Wings to Fly" Saturdays 4-6pm Join this fun and interactive 2-hour workshop with your kids (ages 8–12) and watch them soar as high as their creativity and imagination can take them! This free workshop is led by the 3DE Club—an online after-school program that helps kids develop entrepreneurial, leadership, and financial skills […]
Cinderella, A Ballet
Cinderella, A Ballet
Cinderella, A Ballet Saturday & Sunday, June 21 & 22, 1pm & 4:30pm both days Santa Cruz Dance Theater is delighted to present Cinderella, a breathtaking full-length ballet set to the exquisite music of Sergei Prokofiev. This enchanting production will take the stage at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium on June 21st and June 22nd, […]
Live Oak Farmers Market
Live Oak Farmers Market
Organic produce from local farms, tree ripened fruits, dried fruit and nuts, fresh bread, pastries, seafood, pasture-raised organic meats and more
Familypower: Online Safety for ages 9-14 with their adults
Familypower: Online Safety for ages 9-14 with their adults
Familypower: Online Safety for ages 9-14 with their adults Sunday, June 22, 10 - 11am In this program, youth 9-14 side-by-side with their adults practice skills and strategies adapted for online situations so they can have more fun and fewer problems online. See Program Description below or Register Now Program Description In our Familypower Online […]
Weekend Ranger Nature Programs for Kids Big Basin
Weekend Ranger Nature Programs for Kids Big Basin
Weekend Ranger Nature Programs for Kids, Big Basin Redwoods State Park– All Summer Long! Saturdays and Sundays through August 31 Little Rangers ages 3–6 – Saturdays at 10:00 AM (30-minute program) Perfect for children ages 3-6 and their families. Each session features a fun, engaging topic like “Furry Friends of the Forest” or “All About […]
Corralitos Farm & Garden Market
Corralitos Farm & Garden Market
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, […]
Redwood Loop Tour Henry Cowell Redwoods
Redwood Loop Tour Henry Cowell Redwoods
Redwood Loop Tour – Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Sundays, February 16, 12 - 2pm Coast Redwoods offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee! Every Sunday at 12:00pm, we are taking folks on a guided walk through the Redwood Grove to talk about coast redwoods and to experience the forest together. On this 1-mile stroll, we will […]
READ program with Ziggy the mini
READ program with Ziggy the mini
READ program with Ziggy the mini One hour Sessions, 1pm and 2pm, on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, beginning November 30 and December 1 READ program (Reading Equine Art Duo) with Ziggy the mini was designed to strengthen reading skills in a fun, creative way. Students experience nature, art, and animals in a relaxed, calming environment. […]
Cinderella, A Ballet
Cinderella, A Ballet
Cinderella, A Ballet Saturday & Sunday, June 21 & 22, 1pm & 4:30pm both days Santa Cruz Dance Theater is delighted to present Cinderella, a breathtaking full-length ballet set to the exquisite music of Sergei Prokofiev. This enchanting production will take the stage at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium on June 21st and June 22nd, […]
In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities
In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities
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 […]
Cinderella, A Ballet
Cinderella, A Ballet
Cinderella, A Ballet Saturday & Sunday, June 21 & 22, 1pm & 4:30pm both days Santa Cruz Dance Theater is delighted to present Cinderella, a breathtaking full-length ballet set to the exquisite music of Sergei Prokofiev. This enchanting production will take the stage at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium on June 21st and June 22nd, […]
Cinderella Ballet
Cinderella Ballet
Cinderella Ballet Saturday June 21, 10am and Sunday, June 22, 7pm Santa Cruz Dance Theater brings the classic tale of Cinderella to life with this beautiful ballet with all the sparkle and drama ballet has to offer on a stage filled with the delight of the majestic castle, pumpkin carriage and the clock striking midnight. […]
Square Dance & Honky-tonk
Square Dance & Honky-tonk
Square Dance & Honky-tonk Sunday, June 22, 7 - 9-pm Join us for square dancing and honky-tonk at Park Hall. Get ready to dance! Summoning Circle will be playing a square dance with a caller for the first hour, followed by members of Bois Rouge playing honky-tonk so you can two-step the rest of the […]
