Mystery 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: […]
Morgan Hill Freedom Fest
Morgan Hill Freedom Fest Thursday & Friday, July 3 & 4, See each event for times Join us for the Morgan Hill Freeedom Fest on the July 4th,a tradition that has been a part of Morgan Hill since 1876 and to continues that tradition long into the future. Freedom Fest was founded and continues to […]
Morgan Hill Freedom Fest
Morgan Hill Freedom Fest Thursday & Friday, July 3 & 4, See each event for times Join us for the Morgan Hill Freeedom Fest on the July 4th,a tradition that has been a part of Morgan Hill since 1876 and to continues that tradition long into the future. Freedom Fest was founded and continues to […]
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 […]
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 […]
Monthly Baby Stuff Swap hosted by FIT4MOM Santa Cruz
Monthly Baby Stuff Swap hosted by FIT4MOM Santa Cruz
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 […]
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 […]
Community Day Free Admission!
Community Day Free Admission!
Community Day Free Admission! First Tuesdays, 9am - 5pm The first Tuesday of each month, Community Day, the Arboretum is open and free for visitors. See dates and times UC Santa Cruz Arboretum & Botanic Garden is open. NOTE: Due to limited parking at the Arboretum and the popularity of Community Day, we greatly encourage […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
4th of July 2025 Celebrations
4th of July 2025 Celebrations
4th of July 2025 Celebrations: Friday, July 4 unless otherwise noted We celebrate America's Independence Day and all the freedoms we are privileged to enjoy! Find the perfect 4th of July Celebration for your family in Santa Cruz County and nearby. Abbott Square 4th of July Festival - Friday 8am - 8pm, It’s a come-and-go-as-you-please […]
West Cliff Summer Fun Outdoor Market
West Cliff Summer Fun Outdoor Market
West Cliff Summer Outdoor Market Saturday, June 28, 10am - 6pm Our outdoor markets along West Cliff in Santa Cruz celebrates local artisans, handcrafted goods, specialty food vendors, and food trucks, all set against breathtaking coastal views. Join us to discover one-of-a-kind treasures, enjoy delicious eats, and soak in the ocean breeze. Whether you're a […]
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, […]
4th of July Boulder Creek Parade
4th of July Boulder Creek Parade
4th of July Boulder Creek, Pancake Breakfast 7am-12pm; Parade 10am; After-Party 12-5pm; First Friday Join us for the 4th of July in Boulder Creek: Pancake Breakfast; Parade; After-Party; First Friday 4th of July is a fun filled day in Boulder Creek. Pancake Breakfast Start your day off with the pancake breakfast at the Boulder Creek […]
4th of July 2025 Celebrations
4th of July 2025 Celebrations
4th of July 2025 Celebrations: Friday, July 4 unless otherwise noted We celebrate America's Independence Day and all the freedoms we are privileged to enjoy! Find the perfect 4th of July Celebration for your family in Santa Cruz County and nearby. Abbott Square 4th of July Festival - Friday 8am - 8pm, It’s a come-and-go-as-you-please […]
Firecracker Race 2025
Firecracker Race 2025
Firecracker Race 2025 Friday, July 4, Kids 1K 8am; 10K 8:30am; 5K 8:40am 40 Year Celebration of the Firecracker! The Rotary Club of Santa Cruz Sunrise is ecstatic to announce that our full Firecracker race is back for 2025. That means all three courses will be available - 10K, 5K, and a Kid's 1K Fun […]
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 & […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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!
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 […]
Celebrate the 97th Festa of Colónia Portuguesa do Divino Espirito Santo
Celebrate the 97th Festa of Colónia Portuguesa do Divino Espirito Santo
Celebrate the 97th Festa of Colónia Portuguesa do Divino Espirito Santo, Portuguese Hall - Santa Cruz! Rosary Friday: July 4, 7 pm; Night of Dancing: Saturday, July 5, 8pm; Festa and Holy Ghost Parade: Sunday, July 6, 9:30am Rosary Friday: July 4, 7 pm - Join us for a weekend of tradition, music, and community […]
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....
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
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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. […]
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.
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 […]
Celebrate the 97th Festa of Colónia Portuguesa do Divino Espirito Santo
Celebrate the 97th Festa of Colónia Portuguesa do Divino Espirito Santo
Celebrate the 97th Festa of Colónia Portuguesa do Divino Espirito Santo, Portuguese Hall - Santa Cruz! Rosary Friday: July 4, 7 pm; Night of Dancing: Saturday, July 5, 8pm; Festa and Holy Ghost Parade: Sunday, July 6, 9:30am Rosary Friday: July 4, 7 pm - Join us for a weekend of tradition, music, and community […]
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
Wee Kirk Market
Wee Kirk Market
Wee Kirk Market 1st Sundays, 9am - pm, June 1 - October 5 and Saturday, December13: HOLIDAY MARKET (4-8 pm) Join us at Wee Kirk Market, a charming, old-fashioned farmers and makers market celebrating local artisans, farmers, musicians, and food vendors. Enjoy fresh produce, handcrafted goods, live music, and delicious eats in the heart of […]
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 […]
Monthly Wharf Walks
Monthly Wharf Walks
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
