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SUMMARY:Family Movie Matinee Felton
DESCRIPTION:Family Movie Matinee with California Film and Cultural Center\n3rd Wednesdays through December \nJoin us in the Felton Branch Library Community Room for a movie matinee for the family with our partners at the California Film and Cultural Center. Bring your own snacks and get ready for fun! \nFilm Calendar:\nMarch’s movie: The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking (1988) Rated G. Runtime: 1 hr. 44 min.\nApril: Night at the Museum\nMay: TBA\nJune: Nimona\nJuly: Finding Nemo\nAugust: The Big Green\nSeptember: Across the Spiderverse\nOctober: Casper\nNovember: TBA\nDecember: The Muppet Christmas Carol \nFamily Movie Matinee happens every 3rd Wednesday of the month and is absolutely free!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/family-movie-matinee-felton-2/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:Felton Library\, 6121 Gushee Street\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Library Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260714T140000
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SUMMARY:Jungle James Animal Adventures Capitola
DESCRIPTION:Jungle James Animal Adventures\nTuesday\, July 14\, 2 – 3pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet Jungle James and a variety of creatures\, including amphibians\, insects\, and reptiles! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJungle James Animal Adventures sheds new light on some of the world’s most commonly misunderstood creatures\, evokes children’s natural sense of curiosity\, and teaches respect for all living things. \nThis program is sponsored by Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries. \n\n\n\n\n\nAGE GROUP: | Tweens 8-12 years | Teens 12-18 years | Kids 6-11 years | Kids 3-5 years | Family |
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/jungle-james-animal-adventures-capitola/
LOCATION:Capitola Library\, 2005 Wharf Road\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260714T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260714T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T025448Z
UID:10076880-1784026800-1784030400@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Jungle James Animal Adventures Boulder Creek
DESCRIPTION:Jungle James Animal Adventures\nTuesday\, July 14\, 11 – 12pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet Jungle James and a variety of creatures\, including amphibians\, insects\, and reptiles! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJungle James Animal Adventures sheds new light on some of the world’s most commonly misunderstood creatures\, evokes children’s natural sense of curiosity\, and teaches respect for all living things. \nThis program is sponsored by Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries. \n\n\n\n\n\nAGE GROUP: | Tweens 8-12 years | Teens 12-18 years | Kids 6-11 years | Kids 3-5 years | Family |
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/jungle-james-animal-adventures-boulder-creek-2/
LOCATION:Boulder Creek Library\, 13390 W Park Ave\, Boulder Creek\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
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SUMMARY:Chess Club with Gjon
DESCRIPTION:Chess Club with Gjon\nSaturdays\, 2 – 3:30pm\, through July 26 \nProfessional chess instruction with Chess Master Gjon Feinstein. \nFor ages 6 – 18\, all levels welcome! \nIf you have never played chess before\, please contact Gjon before your first session: coach@santacruzchess.com or 831-425-7835.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/chess-club-with-gjon/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T143000
DTSTAMP:20260702T195934Z
CREATED:20260702T194628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T195934Z
UID:10076902-1783774800-1783780200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Folded Books Aptos
DESCRIPTION:Folded Books Aptos\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, July 11\, 1:00pm – 2:30pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn how to make a heart by folding pages. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nNo experience needed for this fun activity.  All craft supplies provided.  Precise measurements required\, so bring glasses or magnifiers if needed. \nSpace limited.  Registration required. \nAges 12 & up
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/folded-books-aptos/
LOCATION:Aptos Library\, 7695 Soquel Dr\,\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Classes,Family Events,Free Events,Teen Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260710T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260710T140000
DTSTAMP:20260629T002913Z
CREATED:20260629T002913Z
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SUMMARY:Sterling Bubbles Live Oak
DESCRIPTION:Sterling Bubbles Live Oak\nFriday\, July 10\, 1 – 2pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSterling the Bubblesmith has performed versions of his remarkable hand-blown bubbles for over 45 years. \nJoin us for a unique program featuring beautiful and awe-inspiring bubbles \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis program is sponsored by Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/sterling-bubbles-live-oak/
LOCATION:Live Oak Library\, 2380 Portola Drive\, Live Oak\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Events,Free Events,Library Special
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260710T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260710T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T202523Z
CREATED:20260604T202156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T202523Z
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SUMMARY:Knitting Group at Live Oak Library 2026
DESCRIPTION:Knitting Group at Live Oak Library\nFridays 11am – 1pm  \nCome join our knitting event every Friday at Live Oak Library!  \nIf you’re looking for something fun and relaxing to do\, come knit with us!  \nBring your own yarn\, knitting needles\, and any other crafting materials you’d like.  \nWe welcome crochet and cross stitch enthusiasts too!  \nAll ages welcome!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/knitting-group-at-live-oak-library-2026/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:Live Oak Library\, 2380 Portola Drive\, Live Oak\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260704T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260704T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076592-1783173600-1783179000@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Chess Club with Gjon
DESCRIPTION:Chess Club with Gjon\nSaturdays\, 2 – 3:30pm\, through July 26 \nProfessional chess instruction with Chess Master Gjon Feinstein. \nFor ages 6 – 18\, all levels welcome! \nIf you have never played chess before\, please contact Gjon before your first session: coach@santacruzchess.com or 831-425-7835.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/chess-club-with-gjon/2026-07-04/
LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260703T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260703T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T202523Z
CREATED:20260604T202156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T202523Z
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SUMMARY:Knitting Group at Live Oak Library 2026
DESCRIPTION:Knitting Group at Live Oak Library\nFridays 11am – 1pm  \nCome join our knitting event every Friday at Live Oak Library!  \nIf you’re looking for something fun and relaxing to do\, come knit with us!  \nBring your own yarn\, knitting needles\, and any other crafting materials you’d like.  \nWe welcome crochet and cross stitch enthusiasts too!  \nAll ages welcome!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/knitting-group-at-live-oak-library-2026/2026-07-03/
LOCATION:Live Oak Library\, 2380 Portola Drive\, Live Oak\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260701T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260701T170000
DTSTAMP:20260625T013143Z
CREATED:20260625T013143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T013143Z
UID:10076461-1782921600-1782925200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:What's all this Plastic?!?
DESCRIPTION:What’s all this Plastic?!?\nWednesday\, July 1\, 4 – 5pm\nPlastics are everywhere in our daily lives? But how much do we really know about them? \n Join Rebecca Braslau\, Professor of Chemistry at the University of California\, Santa Cruz\, to talk about plastics in our everyday lives. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis talk begins with a brief history of plastics\, exploring how these materials were developed and why they became so widely used. From there\, we?ll examine the health\, environmental\, and societal impacts of our current plastic dependence. What do terms like biosourced\, compostable\, and recyclable really mean? And how can we separate science from marketing claims and greenwashing? \nThe program concludes with a safe and engaging chemistry demonstration that reveals how the superabsorbent polymers in disposable diapers work?offering a hands-on look at the remarkable chemistry behind everyday plastics. \nThe talk will be presented by Rebecca Braslau\, Professor of Chemistry at the University of California\, Santa Cruz. An expert in organic chemistry\, Dr. Braslau and her research lab are developing innovative chemical methods to upcycle post-consumer plastic waste into valuable new materials.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/whats-all-this-plastic/
LOCATION:Boulder Creek Library\, 13390 W Park Ave\, Boulder Creek\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Library Special
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076591-1782568800-1782574200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Chess Club with Gjon
DESCRIPTION:Chess Club with Gjon\nSaturdays\, 2 – 3:30pm\, through July 26 \nProfessional chess instruction with Chess Master Gjon Feinstein. \nFor ages 6 – 18\, all levels welcome! \nIf you have never played chess before\, please contact Gjon before your first session: coach@santacruzchess.com or 831-425-7835.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/chess-club-with-gjon/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260626T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260626T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T202523Z
CREATED:20260604T202156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T202523Z
UID:10075207-1782471600-1782478800@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Knitting Group at Live Oak Library 2026
DESCRIPTION:Knitting Group at Live Oak Library\nFridays 11am – 1pm  \nCome join our knitting event every Friday at Live Oak Library!  \nIf you’re looking for something fun and relaxing to do\, come knit with us!  \nBring your own yarn\, knitting needles\, and any other crafting materials you’d like.  \nWe welcome crochet and cross stitch enthusiasts too!  \nAll ages welcome!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/knitting-group-at-live-oak-library-2026/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:Live Oak Library\, 2380 Portola Drive\, Live Oak\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076590-1781964000-1781969400@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Chess Club with Gjon
DESCRIPTION:Chess Club with Gjon\nSaturdays\, 2 – 3:30pm\, through July 26 \nProfessional chess instruction with Chess Master Gjon Feinstein. \nFor ages 6 – 18\, all levels welcome! \nIf you have never played chess before\, please contact Gjon before your first session: coach@santacruzchess.com or 831-425-7835.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/chess-club-with-gjon/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260619T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260619T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T202523Z
CREATED:20260604T202156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T202523Z
UID:10075206-1781866800-1781874000@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Knitting Group at Live Oak Library 2026
DESCRIPTION:Knitting Group at Live Oak Library\nFridays 11am – 1pm  \nCome join our knitting event every Friday at Live Oak Library!  \nIf you’re looking for something fun and relaxing to do\, come knit with us!  \nBring your own yarn\, knitting needles\, and any other crafting materials you’d like.  \nWe welcome crochet and cross stitch enthusiasts too!  \nAll ages welcome!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/knitting-group-at-live-oak-library-2026/2026-06-19/
LOCATION:Live Oak Library\, 2380 Portola Drive\, Live Oak\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260618T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260618T150000
DTSTAMP:20260316T235811Z
CREATED:20260316T232536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T235811Z
UID:10069593-1781791200-1781794800@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Travel Talk with Edward
DESCRIPTION:Travel Talk with Edward\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThird Thursdays 2 – 3pm\, starting March 19\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA Casual Club for Travel Lovers\n\n\nWhether you’re dreaming of your next getaway or just love talking travel\, this is a relaxed space to connect\, learn\, and maybe even get inspired for your next adventure. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTake It From a Former Travel Agent?\nAfter years of booking trips for everyone else\, I know all the tricks\, tips\, and headaches that come with travel. That’s why I helped start this club so we can swap stories\, share advice\, and make each other’s travel planning a whole lot easier (and more fun!). \nWe’ll chat about things like: \n\nFinding great deals online\nWhat’s really going on with airlines these days (baggage fees\, cancellations\, and all that jazz)\nFavorite destinations and hidden gems\nPlanning tips from real travelers (not just guidebooks)\n\nBring your questions\, stories\, and curiosity. No pressure\, no presentations just a good time with fellow travel lovers. \n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/travel-talk-with-edward/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Branciforte Library\, 250 Gault St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Library Special
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260617T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260617T180000
DTSTAMP:20260629T040832Z
CREATED:20251212T003116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T040832Z
UID:10074234-1781708400-1781719200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Family Movie Matinee Felton
DESCRIPTION:Family Movie Matinee with California Film and Cultural Center\n3rd Wednesdays through December \nJoin us in the Felton Branch Library Community Room for a movie matinee for the family with our partners at the California Film and Cultural Center. Bring your own snacks and get ready for fun! \nFilm Calendar:\nMarch’s movie: The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking (1988) Rated G. Runtime: 1 hr. 44 min.\nApril: Night at the Museum\nMay: TBA\nJune: Nimona\nJuly: Finding Nemo\nAugust: The Big Green\nSeptember: Across the Spiderverse\nOctober: Casper\nNovember: TBA\nDecember: The Muppet Christmas Carol \nFamily Movie Matinee happens every 3rd Wednesday of the month and is absolutely free!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/family-movie-matinee-felton-2/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Felton Library\, 6121 Gushee Street\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Library Special
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T022310Z
CREATED:20260607T022310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T022310Z
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SUMMARY:Claytopia at Felton Library
DESCRIPTION:Claytopia\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, June 13\, 2 – 3:30pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an interactive clay adventure. Artists will learn clay molding\, texturing and shaping to add their creations to the Claytopia World! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nClaytopia is a hands-on clay activity that is messy fun. Participants will learn five basic hand-building techniques. So\, wear something old or bring an apron\, and get ready to get let your creativity flow. The program is open to young artists ages 6 to 12. Space is limited. Registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\nAges 6-11 \n\n\n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/claytopia-at-felton-library/
LOCATION:Felton Library\, 6121 Gushee Street\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Family Events,Free Events,Library Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076589-1781359200-1781364600@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Chess Club with Gjon
DESCRIPTION:Chess Club with Gjon\nSaturdays\, 2 – 3:30pm\, through July 26 \nProfessional chess instruction with Chess Master Gjon Feinstein. \nFor ages 6 – 18\, all levels welcome! \nIf you have never played chess before\, please contact Gjon before your first session: coach@santacruzchess.com or 831-425-7835.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/chess-club-with-gjon/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260613T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T021725Z
CREATED:20260607T021725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T021725Z
UID:10076001-1781348400-1781353800@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Claytopia
DESCRIPTION:Claytopia\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, June 13\, 11am – 12:30pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an interactive clay adventure. Artists will learn clay molding\, texturing and shaping to add their creations to the Claytopia World! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nClaytopia is a hands-on clay activity that is messy fun. Participants will learn five basic hand-building techniques. So\, wear something old or bring an apron\, and get ready to get let your creativity flow. The program is open to young artists ages 6 to 12. Space is limited. Registration is required. \n\n\n\n\n\nAges 6-11 \n\n\n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/claytopia/
LOCATION:Aptos Library\, 7695 Soquel Dr\,\, Aptos\, CA\, 95003
CATEGORIES:Classes,Family Events,Free Events,Library Special
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260612T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260612T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T202523Z
CREATED:20260604T202156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T202523Z
UID:10075205-1781262000-1781269200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Knitting Group at Live Oak Library 2026
DESCRIPTION:Knitting Group at Live Oak Library\nFridays 11am – 1pm  \nCome join our knitting event every Friday at Live Oak Library!  \nIf you’re looking for something fun and relaxing to do\, come knit with us!  \nBring your own yarn\, knitting needles\, and any other crafting materials you’d like.  \nWe welcome crochet and cross stitch enthusiasts too!  \nAll ages welcome!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/knitting-group-at-live-oak-library-2026/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:Live Oak Library\, 2380 Portola Drive\, Live Oak\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260606T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260606T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076588-1780754400-1780759800@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Chess Club with Gjon
DESCRIPTION:Chess Club with Gjon\nSaturdays\, 2 – 3:30pm\, through July 26 \nProfessional chess instruction with Chess Master Gjon Feinstein. \nFor ages 6 – 18\, all levels welcome! \nIf you have never played chess before\, please contact Gjon before your first session: coach@santacruzchess.com or 831-425-7835.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/chess-club-with-gjon/2026-06-06/
LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260606T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260606T150000
DTSTAMP:20260519T211834Z
CREATED:20260519T211834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T211834Z
UID:10074242-1780743600-1780758000@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Garfield Park Library Book Sale and Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Garfield Park Library Book Sale and Open Mic\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, June 6\, 11am – 3pm ~ Featured Readers and Open Mic 1:30 – 3pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin in the fun at Garfield Park Library Book Sale and Open Mic. \nFeatured Readers and Open Mic 1:30 – 3pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWestside Authors/Writers Over 55: Everyone is Invited to Bring a Poem to Share. \nRelax Under the Canopy. Buy a Book Have a Snack Share a Poem. \n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/garfield-park-library-book-sale-and-open-mic/
LOCATION:Garfield Park Library\, 705 Woodrow Avenue\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Family Events,Free Events,Library Special
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260605T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260605T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T202523Z
CREATED:20260604T202156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T202523Z
UID:10025519-1780657200-1780664400@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Knitting Group at Live Oak Library 2026
DESCRIPTION:Knitting Group at Live Oak Library\nFridays 11am – 1pm  \nCome join our knitting event every Friday at Live Oak Library!  \nIf you’re looking for something fun and relaxing to do\, come knit with us!  \nBring your own yarn\, knitting needles\, and any other crafting materials you’d like.  \nWe welcome crochet and cross stitch enthusiasts too!  \nAll ages welcome!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/knitting-group-at-live-oak-library-2026/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:Live Oak Library\, 2380 Portola Drive\, Live Oak\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260605T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260605T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T203859Z
CREATED:20260604T203118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T203859Z
UID:10024196-1780657200-1780660800@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Discovery Zone Playgroup Boulder Creek
DESCRIPTION:Discovery Zone Playgroup Boulder Creek\n\n\n\nFridays 11am – 12pm \nA time for free discovery zone playgroup for children with a participating adult. \nArrival and departure times are flexible. \nThis is a drop-in early learning program where there will be toys for developing and strengthening gross motor skills\, as well as providing time for young children to learn socialization skills\, and for all participants to form friendships.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/discovery-zone-playgroup-2-2/
LOCATION:Boulder Creek Library\, 13390 W Park Ave\, Boulder Creek\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260601T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260601T160000
DTSTAMP:20260528T031551Z
CREATED:20260528T024914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T031551Z
UID:10074591-1780322400-1780329600@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Summer Reading Kick Off Party
DESCRIPTION:Summer Reading Kick Off Party\nMonday\, June 1\, 2-4pm \nHelp us launch a summer of reading with the Library Summer Reading Kick Off Party at the Downtown Library!\n\nJoin us for face painting with Brenda’s Face painting\, Henna\, crafts\, ice cream scoops from Penny Ice Creamery\, and Summer Reading Program sign-ups.\n\nHappy Reading!\nhttps://loom.ly/7Dxk6-4
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/summer-reading-kickoff-party/
LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Events,Free Events,Library Special
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076587-1780149600-1780155000@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Chess Club with Gjon
DESCRIPTION:Chess Club with Gjon\nSaturdays\, 2 – 3:30pm\, through July 26 \nProfessional chess instruction with Chess Master Gjon Feinstein. \nFor ages 6 – 18\, all levels welcome! \nIf you have never played chess before\, please contact Gjon before your first session: coach@santacruzchess.com or 831-425-7835.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/chess-club-with-gjon/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260528T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260528T180000
DTSTAMP:20260512T145407Z
CREATED:20260512T145407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T145407Z
UID:10073816-1779980400-1779991200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Santa Cruz Jewish Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Santa Cruz Jewish Film Festival\nThursdays\, May 14\, 21 & 28\, 3 – 6pm\nIn Celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a screening of The Stamp Thief\, Remembering Gene Wilder\, and An American Pickle; Thursdays May 14\, 21\, & 28 starting at 3pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSCPL is once again pleased to partner with the Santa Cruz Jewish Film Festival to present three films in celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month. Registration is recommended for each screening\, and walk-ins are welcome. Light refreshments will be provided. \nMay 14: The Stamp Thief (watch trailer) \nFrom an Oscar\, Peabody\, and Emmy award-winning team\, “The Stamp Thief” is part detective story\, part heist film\, and part untold history. The documentary investigates a tale dating back to the Holocaust: that a mysterious Nazi stole priceless stamp collections from concentration camp victims and buried the stolen stamps in a small town in Poland. \nEmbarking on a real-life “Argo”-like adventure\, one-time “Seinfeld” producer Gary Gilbert sets out to confirm the story and recover the stamps. His tactic: a fake movie shoot. His goal: to return the stamps to their rightful owners\, hopefully delivering a small measure of justice more than 70 years after the Holocaust. \nMay 21: Remembering Gene Wilder (watch trailer) \nThis loving tribute to Gene Wilder celebrates his life and legacy as the comic genius behind an extraordinary string of film roles\, from his first collaboration with Mel Brooks in The Producers\, to the enigmatic title role in the original Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory\, to his inspired on-screen partnership with Richard Pryor in movies like Silver Streak. It is illustrated by a bevy of touching and hilarious clips and outtakes\, never-before-seen home movies\, narration from Wilder’s audiobook memoir\, and interviews with a roster of brilliant friends and collaborators like Mel Brooks\, Alan Alda\, and Carol Kane. REMEMBERING GENE WILDER shines a light on an essential performer\, writer\, director\, and all-around mensch. \nMay 28: An American Pickle (watch trailer) \nAn immigrant worker at a pickle factory is accidentally preserved for 100 years in a pickle barrel and wakes up in modern-day Brooklyn\, where he tracks down his secular great-great grandson. \nDespite its outlandish premise\, American Pickle tells a beautiful and hilarious story about family\, religion\, forgiveness\, and Jewish identity. Seth Rogen’s performance as both Hershel Greenbaum and Ben\, his descendant\, is funny and endearing. \nAdults 18+
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/santa-cruz-jewish-film-festival/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:Capitola Library\, 2005 Wharf Road\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Free Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260527T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260527T160000
DTSTAMP:20250326T012841Z
CREATED:20250325T234402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T012841Z
UID:10050537-1779894000-1779897600@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Tales 2 Tails Scotts Valley
DESCRIPTION:Tales 2 Tails Scotts Valley\n4th Wednesdays 3 – 4pm\, March 26 -May 28 \nTales 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 proven to be extremely effective in increasing the self-confidence and reading abilities of the participants. \nAges 6 – 11 \nCall 831-427-7713 to make a 20-minute appointment at the Scotts Valley branch at either 3pm\, 3:20pm or 3:40pm on the fourth Wednesday of every month. We and our furry friends look forward to seeing you there! \nOther Library Branches Offering Tales 2 Tails – https://loom.ly/SkbcHxE
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/tales-2-tails-scotts-valley/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:Scotts Valley Library\, 251 Kings Village Road\, Scotts Valley\, CA\, 95066\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076586-1779544800-1779550200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Chess Club with Gjon
DESCRIPTION:Chess Club with Gjon\nSaturdays\, 2 – 3:30pm\, through July 26 \nProfessional chess instruction with Chess Master Gjon Feinstein. \nFor ages 6 – 18\, all levels welcome! \nIf you have never played chess before\, please contact Gjon before your first session: coach@santacruzchess.com or 831-425-7835.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/chess-club-with-gjon/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Free Events,Library Ongoing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T180000
DTSTAMP:20260512T145407Z
CREATED:20260512T145407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T145407Z
UID:10073815-1779375600-1779386400@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Santa Cruz Jewish Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Santa Cruz Jewish Film Festival\nThursdays\, May 14\, 21 & 28\, 3 – 6pm\nIn Celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a screening of The Stamp Thief\, Remembering Gene Wilder\, and An American Pickle; Thursdays May 14\, 21\, & 28 starting at 3pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSCPL is once again pleased to partner with the Santa Cruz Jewish Film Festival to present three films in celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month. Registration is recommended for each screening\, and walk-ins are welcome. Light refreshments will be provided. \nMay 14: The Stamp Thief (watch trailer) \nFrom an Oscar\, Peabody\, and Emmy award-winning team\, “The Stamp Thief” is part detective story\, part heist film\, and part untold history. The documentary investigates a tale dating back to the Holocaust: that a mysterious Nazi stole priceless stamp collections from concentration camp victims and buried the stolen stamps in a small town in Poland. \nEmbarking on a real-life “Argo”-like adventure\, one-time “Seinfeld” producer Gary Gilbert sets out to confirm the story and recover the stamps. His tactic: a fake movie shoot. His goal: to return the stamps to their rightful owners\, hopefully delivering a small measure of justice more than 70 years after the Holocaust. \nMay 21: Remembering Gene Wilder (watch trailer) \nThis loving tribute to Gene Wilder celebrates his life and legacy as the comic genius behind an extraordinary string of film roles\, from his first collaboration with Mel Brooks in The Producers\, to the enigmatic title role in the original Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory\, to his inspired on-screen partnership with Richard Pryor in movies like Silver Streak. It is illustrated by a bevy of touching and hilarious clips and outtakes\, never-before-seen home movies\, narration from Wilder’s audiobook memoir\, and interviews with a roster of brilliant friends and collaborators like Mel Brooks\, Alan Alda\, and Carol Kane. REMEMBERING GENE WILDER shines a light on an essential performer\, writer\, director\, and all-around mensch. \nMay 28: An American Pickle (watch trailer) \nAn immigrant worker at a pickle factory is accidentally preserved for 100 years in a pickle barrel and wakes up in modern-day Brooklyn\, where he tracks down his secular great-great grandson. \nDespite its outlandish premise\, American Pickle tells a beautiful and hilarious story about family\, religion\, forgiveness\, and Jewish identity. Seth Rogen’s performance as both Hershel Greenbaum and Ben\, his descendant\, is funny and endearing. \nAdults 18+
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/santa-cruz-jewish-film-festival/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:Capitola Library\, 2005 Wharf Road\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Museums, Exhibits,Free Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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