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 […]

Volunteer with the Fungus Fair Friday- Sunday, January 10-12 We’re thrilled to be teaming up once again with the Fungus Federation of Santa Cruz to make the 51st Fungus Fair an unforgettable event! But here’s the thing—we really need your help to bring the 2025 Fungus Fair to life. Join our amazing team of volunteers […]

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 […]

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

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, […]

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 […]

Volunteer with the Fungus Fair Friday- Sunday, January 10-12 We’re thrilled to be teaming up once again with the Fungus Federation of Santa Cruz to make the 51st Fungus Fair an unforgettable event! But here’s the thing—we really need your help to bring the 2025 Fungus Fair to life. Join our amazing team of volunteers […]

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

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 […]

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 […]

Volunteer with the Fungus Fair Friday- Sunday, January 10-12 We’re thrilled to be teaming up once again with the Fungus Federation of Santa Cruz to make the 51st Fungus Fair an unforgettable event! But here’s the thing—we really need your help to bring the 2025 Fungus Fair to life. Join our amazing team of volunteers […]

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

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

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

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 […]

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 […]

Volunteer with the Fungus Fair Friday- Sunday, January 10-12 We’re thrilled to be teaming up once again with the Fungus Federation of Santa Cruz to make the 51st Fungus Fair an unforgettable event! But here’s the thing—we really need your help to bring the 2025 Fungus Fair to life. Join our amazing team of volunteers […]

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

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 […]

Volunteer with the Fungus Fair Friday- Sunday, January 10-12 We’re thrilled to be teaming up once again with the Fungus Federation of Santa Cruz to make the 51st Fungus Fair an unforgettable event! But here’s the thing—we really need your help to bring the 2025 Fungus Fair to life. Join our amazing team of volunteers […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

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!

Christmas on Fisherman's Wharf Weekends, December 6th – December 22 Live Entertainment and Dazzling Decorations on Display During December Bring your family and friends to create Christmas memories at Monterey’s Old Fisherman’s Wharf with dazzling decorations on display all throughout the month of December.Santa Visits plus some musical and dance performances at various times during […]

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....

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 […]

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

Volunteer with the Fungus Fair Friday- Sunday, January 10-12 We’re thrilled to be teaming up once again with the Fungus Federation of Santa Cruz to make the 51st Fungus Fair an unforgettable event! But here’s the thing—we really need your help to bring the 2025 Fungus Fair to life. Join our amazing team of volunteers […]

Visits with Santa Saturday & Sunday, December 7 & 8, 14 & 15, 20 - 22, 12pm-4pm Childish Toy Shop, 1122 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 Santa is coming back to Santa Cruz and he can't wait to visit with you and hear all about the adventures you've had this year. And of course, […]

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

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. […]

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

Volunteer with the Fungus Fair Friday- Sunday, January 10-12 We’re thrilled to be teaming up once again with the Fungus Federation of Santa Cruz to make the 51st Fungus Fair an unforgettable event! But here’s the thing—we really need your help to bring the 2025 Fungus Fair to life. Join our amazing team of volunteers […]

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, […]

Toy Trains 2024 Thursday, December 19-22 and 26-29, 12 - 6pm Get whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy the 17th year of this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of […]

Visits with Santa Saturday & Sunday, December 7 & 8, 14 & 15, 20 - 22, 12pm-4pm Childish Toy Shop, 1122 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 Santa is coming back to Santa Cruz and he can't wait to visit with you and hear all about the adventures you've had this year. And of course, […]

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 […]