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SUMMARY:Teen Manga Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Teen Manga Book Club\nSundays beginning April 26\, 3:30-4:30pm \nJoin us in the Teen Room at Capitola for Manga-themed book sharing\, crafts\, activities and yummy snacks! This club is for anyone looking to enjoy time with like-minded people\, flex their creative muscles and learn new skills. The club will be offered every Sunday in the Teen Room for those 12-18 years old.  \nhttps://loom.ly/MDiVWOc
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/teen-manga-book-club/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Capitola Library\, 2005 Wharf Road\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Library Ongoing,Teen Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T140000
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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/2026-04-25/
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:20260423T130000
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DTSTAMP:20260429T004951Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T004951Z
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SUMMARY:Game Zone Scotts Valley
DESCRIPTION:Game Zone Scotts Valley\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursdays 1 – 3pm\, through May 21\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nScotts Valley Branch Library is offering a game zone for tweens and teens to relax\, hang with friends and play games! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re offering a variety of video\, card and board games as well as ping pong and art projects every Thursday afternoon from 1-3pm. Come check it out and bring your friends! Ages 10-14 \nScotts Valley Branch
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/game-zone-scotts-valley/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Scotts Valley Library\, 251 Kings Village Road\, Scotts Valley\, CA\, 95066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Events,Free Events,Teen Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T160000
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CREATED:20250325T234402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T012841Z
UID:10050536-1776870000-1776873600@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/2026-04-22/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T153000
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CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076581-1776520800-1776526200@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/2026-04-18/
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:20260416T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T150000
DTSTAMP:20260316T235811Z
CREATED:20260316T232536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T235811Z
UID:10069591-1776348000-1776351600@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/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:Branciforte Library\, 250 Gault St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Library Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T150000
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CREATED:20251209T013417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T004951Z
UID:10065250-1776344400-1776351600@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Game Zone Scotts Valley
DESCRIPTION:Game Zone Scotts Valley\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursdays 1 – 3pm\, through May 21\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nScotts Valley Branch Library is offering a game zone for tweens and teens to relax\, hang with friends and play games! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re offering a variety of video\, card and board games as well as ping pong and art projects every Thursday afternoon from 1-3pm. Come check it out and bring your friends! Ages 10-14 \nScotts Valley Branch
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/game-zone-scotts-valley/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:Scotts Valley Library\, 251 Kings Village Road\, Scotts Valley\, CA\, 95066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Events,Free Events,Teen Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T180000
DTSTAMP:20260629T040832Z
CREATED:20251212T003116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T040832Z
UID:10074232-1776265200-1776276000@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-2/2026-04-15/
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:20260411T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T153000
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CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076580-1775916000-1775921400@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/2026-04-11/
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:20260409T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260409T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T004951Z
CREATED:20251209T013417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T004951Z
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SUMMARY:Game Zone Scotts Valley
DESCRIPTION:Game Zone Scotts Valley\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursdays 1 – 3pm\, through May 21\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nScotts Valley Branch Library is offering a game zone for tweens and teens to relax\, hang with friends and play games! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re offering a variety of video\, card and board games as well as ping pong and art projects every Thursday afternoon from 1-3pm. Come check it out and bring your friends! Ages 10-14 \nScotts Valley Branch
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/game-zone-scotts-valley/2026-04-09/
LOCATION:Scotts Valley Library\, 251 Kings Village Road\, Scotts Valley\, CA\, 95066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,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:20260404T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260404T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076579-1775311200-1775316600@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/2026-04-04/
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:20260402T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260402T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T004951Z
CREATED:20251209T013417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T004951Z
UID:10065248-1775134800-1775142000@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Game Zone Scotts Valley
DESCRIPTION:Game Zone Scotts Valley\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursdays 1 – 3pm\, through May 21\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nScotts Valley Branch Library is offering a game zone for tweens and teens to relax\, hang with friends and play games! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re offering a variety of video\, card and board games as well as ping pong and art projects every Thursday afternoon from 1-3pm. Come check it out and bring your friends! Ages 10-14 \nScotts Valley Branch
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/game-zone-scotts-valley/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:Scotts Valley Library\, 251 Kings Village Road\, Scotts Valley\, CA\, 95066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Events,Free Events,Teen Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260328T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260328T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076578-1774706400-1774711800@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/2026-03-28/
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:20260326T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260326T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T004951Z
CREATED:20251209T013417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T004951Z
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SUMMARY:Game Zone Scotts Valley
DESCRIPTION:Game Zone Scotts Valley\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursdays 1 – 3pm\, through May 21\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nScotts Valley Branch Library is offering a game zone for tweens and teens to relax\, hang with friends and play games! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re offering a variety of video\, card and board games as well as ping pong and art projects every Thursday afternoon from 1-3pm. Come check it out and bring your friends! Ages 10-14 \nScotts Valley Branch
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/game-zone-scotts-valley/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Scotts Valley Library\, 251 Kings Village Road\, Scotts Valley\, CA\, 95066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Events,Free Events,Teen Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T160000
DTSTAMP:20250326T012841Z
CREATED:20250325T234402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T012841Z
UID:10050535-1774450800-1774454400@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/2026-03-25/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076577-1774101600-1774107000@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/2026-03-21/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260319T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260319T150000
DTSTAMP:20260316T235811Z
CREATED:20260316T232536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T235811Z
UID:10069590-1773928800-1773932400@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/2026-03-19/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260319T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260319T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T004951Z
CREATED:20251209T013417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T004951Z
UID:10065246-1773925200-1773932400@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Game Zone Scotts Valley
DESCRIPTION:Game Zone Scotts Valley\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursdays 1 – 3pm\, through May 21\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nScotts Valley Branch Library is offering a game zone for tweens and teens to relax\, hang with friends and play games! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re offering a variety of video\, card and board games as well as ping pong and art projects every Thursday afternoon from 1-3pm. Come check it out and bring your friends! Ages 10-14 \nScotts Valley Branch
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/game-zone-scotts-valley/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:Scotts Valley Library\, 251 Kings Village Road\, Scotts Valley\, CA\, 95066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,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:20260318T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T180000
DTSTAMP:20260629T040832Z
CREATED:20251212T003116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T040832Z
UID:10074231-1773846000-1773856800@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-2/2026-03-18/
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:20260314T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260314T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076576-1773496800-1773502200@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/2026-03-14/
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:20260312T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T004951Z
CREATED:20251209T013417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T004951Z
UID:10065245-1773320400-1773327600@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Game Zone Scotts Valley
DESCRIPTION:Game Zone Scotts Valley\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursdays 1 – 3pm\, through May 21\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nScotts Valley Branch Library is offering a game zone for tweens and teens to relax\, hang with friends and play games! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re offering a variety of video\, card and board games as well as ping pong and art projects every Thursday afternoon from 1-3pm. Come check it out and bring your friends! Ages 10-14 \nScotts Valley Branch
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/game-zone-scotts-valley/2026-03-12/
LOCATION:Scotts Valley Library\, 251 Kings Village Road\, Scotts Valley\, CA\, 95066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,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:20260307T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260307T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076575-1772892000-1772897400@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/2026-03-07/
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:20260305T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T004951Z
CREATED:20251209T013417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T004951Z
UID:10065244-1772715600-1772722800@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Game Zone Scotts Valley
DESCRIPTION:Game Zone Scotts Valley\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursdays 1 – 3pm\, through May 21\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nScotts Valley Branch Library is offering a game zone for tweens and teens to relax\, hang with friends and play games! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re offering a variety of video\, card and board games as well as ping pong and art projects every Thursday afternoon from 1-3pm. Come check it out and bring your friends! Ages 10-14 \nScotts Valley Branch
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/game-zone-scotts-valley/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:Scotts Valley Library\, 251 Kings Village Road\, Scotts Valley\, CA\, 95066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,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:20260228T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076574-1772287200-1772292600@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/2026-02-28/
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:20260226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T004951Z
CREATED:20251209T013417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T004951Z
UID:10065243-1772110800-1772118000@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Game Zone Scotts Valley
DESCRIPTION:Game Zone Scotts Valley\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursdays 1 – 3pm\, through May 21\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nScotts Valley Branch Library is offering a game zone for tweens and teens to relax\, hang with friends and play games! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re offering a variety of video\, card and board games as well as ping pong and art projects every Thursday afternoon from 1-3pm. Come check it out and bring your friends! Ages 10-14 \nScotts Valley Branch
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/game-zone-scotts-valley/2026-02-26/
LOCATION:Scotts Valley Library\, 251 Kings Village Road\, Scotts Valley\, CA\, 95066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,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:20260226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T140000
DTSTAMP:20260203T015636Z
CREATED:20260203T015636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T015636Z
UID:10065966-1772110800-1772114400@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Mr. Boom's African Drum Circle La Selva Beach
DESCRIPTION:Mr. Boom’s African Drum Circle\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, February 26\, 1 – 2:00pm\n\nIn honor of Black History Month\, step into the circle and feel the beat in Mister Boom Boom’s African Drum Circle!\n\n\n\nKids 6-11 years\n\n\n\n\n\nMr. Boom Boom’s African Drum Circle @ La Selva Beach
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/mr-boom-boom-african-drum-circle/
LOCATION:La Selva Beach Library\, 316 Estrella Avenue\, La Selva Beach\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES: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:20260225T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T160000
DTSTAMP:20250326T012841Z
CREATED:20250325T234402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T012841Z
UID:10050534-1772031600-1772035200@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/2026-02-25/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T173000
DTSTAMP:20260204T021556Z
CREATED:20260204T020750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T021556Z
UID:10065979-1771948800-1771954200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Tax Savings Series
DESCRIPTION:Tax Savings Series\n\n\nTuesdays\, February 10\, 17\, 25\n\n\n\nJoin us for “Tax Savings with the One\, Big\, Beautiful Bill Act” — a free\, three-part series designed to help you understand how recent tax changes could affect your wallet.\n\n\n\nFeb 10: Tax Deductions under the “One\, Big\, Beautiful Bill Act” – For seniors\, overtime workers\, tip earners\, State and Local tax payers.\n\nFeb 17: Tax Credits under the “One\, Big\, Beautiful Bill Act” – For upper and middle class income earners as well as business owners.\n\nFeb 24: Child Taxes After Recent Tax Reforms – For parents\n\n\n\nWhether you’re filing for yourself or your family\, this series breaks things down in a clear\, practical way. Come for one session or all three!\n\n\n\n#TaxTips #FinancialLiteracy #LibraryPrograms #TaxSavings #CommunityEducation
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/tax-savings-series/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:Felton Library\, 6121 Gushee Street\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Free Events,Library Special,Tech Help
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076573-1771682400-1771687800@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/2026-02-21/
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:20260220T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T153000
DTSTAMP:20260202T234244Z
CREATED:20260202T233917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T234244Z
UID:10065959-1771599600-1771601400@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Pet Care 101 with SPCA Santa Cruz
DESCRIPTION:Pet Care 101 with SPCA Santa Cruz\nFriday\, February 20\, 3 – 3:30pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTake part in a fun and engaging presentation which helps to build awareness of animal needs and responsible animal care through discussions and storytelling. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn about the Santa Cruz SPCA and our mission to help animals in need.\nMeet Buddy our life size stuffed animal and hear the story of his rescue.\nJoin in with discussions about how we can care for the animals around us.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAGE GROUP: | Kids 6-11 years | Kids 3-5 years | Family | \n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/pet-care-101-with-spca-santa-cruz/
LOCATION:Scotts Valley Library\, 251 Kings Village Road\, Scotts Valley\, CA\, 95066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Special
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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