Events

DIY Fashion Design Summer Camp at Montalvo Monday-Friday 9am - 4pm, June 9 - 13 ALL MONTALVO CAMPS Get ready to learn about upcycling and visible mending your wardrobe with stylish practices. From stuffies, pillows, patches, colors, and quilts, aspiring designers will learn how to sew and customize their cloths and toys in this one-week […]

Sculpture: Art + Nature Summer Camp June 9-13, 9am - 4pm ALL MONTALVO CAMPS Surrounded by nature and art, aspiring artists will gradually reveal sculptural forms from blocks of plaster, foam, and clay by using both additive and subtractive processes. Campers will learn how to build and layer materials to make simple-to-complex three-dimensional forms and […]

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 […]

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 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 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 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 […]

Skate the Civic Mondays 6:30 - 9:30pm, skate at the Civic! Let’s Roll, Santa Cruz! 🛼 Grab your friends, lace up, and glide into a night of music, lights, and fun. See you there! Here’s the lineup: 5:30 PM - Kids Skate Lessons 6:30 PM - Teen/Adult Skate Lessons 6:30-9:30 PM - Open Skate for […]

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 […]

DIY Fashion Design Summer Camp at Montalvo Monday-Friday 9am - 4pm, June 9 - 13 ALL MONTALVO CAMPS Get ready to learn about upcycling and visible mending your wardrobe with stylish practices. From stuffies, pillows, patches, colors, and quilts, aspiring designers will learn how to sew and customize their cloths and toys in this one-week […]

Sculpture: Art + Nature Summer Camp June 9-13, 9am - 4pm ALL MONTALVO CAMPS Surrounded by nature and art, aspiring artists will gradually reveal sculptural forms from blocks of plaster, foam, and clay by using both additive and subtractive processes. Campers will learn how to build and layer materials to make simple-to-complex three-dimensional forms and […]

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 […]

DIY Fashion Design Summer Camp at Montalvo Monday-Friday 9am - 4pm, June 9 - 13 ALL MONTALVO CAMPS Get ready to learn about upcycling and visible mending your wardrobe with stylish practices. From stuffies, pillows, patches, colors, and quilts, aspiring designers will learn how to sew and customize their cloths and toys in this one-week […]

Sculpture: Art + Nature Summer Camp June 9-13, 9am - 4pm ALL MONTALVO CAMPS Surrounded by nature and art, aspiring artists will gradually reveal sculptural forms from blocks of plaster, foam, and clay by using both additive and subtractive processes. Campers will learn how to build and layer materials to make simple-to-complex three-dimensional forms and […]

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.

Tales 2 Tails Scotts Valley 4th Wednesdays 3 - 4pm, March 26 -May 28 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 […]

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. […]

Positive Discipline Workshop for Parents of 2 to 5 year olds Thursdays 6 - 8pm: April 30 and May 7, 14, 21 Connect with other parents through this interactive and engaging parent educational series. You will be introduced to the Positive Discipline pathway to become an effective parent who is respectful and loving with clear […]

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 […]

NAMI Family Support Group ​for Parents/Caregivers of Youth (11-17) 2nd and 4th Wednesdays 6:30 - 8pm Please join us for our upcoming free, drop-in support group for parents/caregivers of youth (11-17) with mental health challenges. Next group will be this Wednesday, June 22nd from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. We are in need of more facilitators […]

Old Blind Dogs-Scotland's Amazing Award Winning Celtic Band Wednesday, June 25, 7:30 - 10:30pm The musical evolution of Old Blind Dogs began in Aberdeen in 1992 with roots that grew from the eclectic music scene that flourished in the Granite City during the early 90's. Four musicians from very different musical backgrounds came together to […]

Sculpture: Art + Nature Summer Camp June 9-13, 9am - 4pm ALL MONTALVO CAMPS Surrounded by nature and art, aspiring artists will gradually reveal sculptural forms from blocks of plaster, foam, and clay by using both additive and subtractive processes. Campers will learn how to build and layer materials to make simple-to-complex three-dimensional forms and […]

DIY Fashion Design Summer Camp at Montalvo Monday-Friday 9am - 4pm, June 9 - 13 ALL MONTALVO CAMPS Get ready to learn about upcycling and visible mending your wardrobe with stylish practices. From stuffies, pillows, patches, colors, and quilts, aspiring designers will learn how to sew and customize their cloths and toys in this one-week […]

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 […]

Sculpture: Art + Nature Summer Camp June 9-13, 9am - 4pm ALL MONTALVO CAMPS Surrounded by nature and art, aspiring artists will gradually reveal sculptural forms from blocks of plaster, foam, and clay by using both additive and subtractive processes. Campers will learn how to build and layer materials to make simple-to-complex three-dimensional forms and […]

DIY Fashion Design Summer Camp at Montalvo Monday-Friday 9am - 4pm, June 9 - 13 ALL MONTALVO CAMPS Get ready to learn about upcycling and visible mending your wardrobe with stylish practices. From stuffies, pillows, patches, colors, and quilts, aspiring designers will learn how to sew and customize their cloths and toys in this one-week […]

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 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) 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 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 & […]

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!

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 […]

Midtown Fridays Fridays, May 30 - August 29, 5 - 8:30ish The Lot, 1111 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz Yes! The Event 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! […]

Contra Dancing at Live Oak Grange 2nd Sundays: Newcomers' intro 2:30pm, dance 3 - 5:30pm 4th Fridays: Newcomers' intro: 6:30pm, dance 7 - 10pm Come kick your heels up contra dancing at Live Oak Grange with some amazing local talent and fun and friendly dancers! Caller: Tanya MerchantBand: Corwin & Grace! Event by Dakota Hult, […]

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....

DIY Fashion Design Summer Camp at Montalvo Monday-Friday 9am - 4pm, June 9 - 13 ALL MONTALVO CAMPS Get ready to learn about upcycling and visible mending your wardrobe with stylish practices. From stuffies, pillows, patches, colors, and quilts, aspiring designers will learn how to sew and customize their cloths and toys in this one-week […]

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

Sculpture: Art + Nature Summer Camp June 9-13, 9am - 4pm ALL MONTALVO CAMPS Surrounded by nature and art, aspiring artists will gradually reveal sculptural forms from blocks of plaster, foam, and clay by using both additive and subtractive processes. Campers will learn how to build and layer materials to make simple-to-complex three-dimensional forms and […]

GuidedWalk: Big Basin: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow Saturdays 11am-12pm: January 11, 18,  2; February 1, 15, 22; March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; April 5 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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  […]

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 […]

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

DIY Fashion Design Summer Camp at Montalvo Monday-Friday 9am - 4pm, June 9 - 13 ALL MONTALVO CAMPS Get ready to learn about upcycling and visible mending your wardrobe with stylish practices. From stuffies, pillows, patches, colors, and quilts, aspiring designers will learn how to sew and customize their cloths and toys in this one-week […]

Sculpture: Art + Nature Summer Camp June 9-13, 9am - 4pm ALL MONTALVO CAMPS Surrounded by nature and art, aspiring artists will gradually reveal sculptural forms from blocks of plaster, foam, and clay by using both additive and subtractive processes. Campers will learn how to build and layer materials to make simple-to-complex three-dimensional forms and […]

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 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 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. […]

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 […]