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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/2026-01-24/
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:20260124T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T150000
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SUMMARY:Dream It\, See It  Teen Vision Board Party
DESCRIPTION:Dream It\, See It: Teen Vision Board Party\n\nSaturday\, January 24\, 2 – 3pm\n\nJoin us for a Teen Vision Board Party where you’ll clip\, glue\, and design your goals and aesthetic for the year on your very own canvas.\n\n\n\n\n Bring your imagination—we’ll bring the pizza and drinks!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/dream-it-see-it-teen-vision-board-party/
LOCATION:Branciforte Library\, 250 Gault St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Events,Library Ongoing,Teen Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T130000
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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/2026-01-22/
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:20260121T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T180000
DTSTAMP:20260629T040832Z
CREATED:20251212T003116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T040832Z
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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-2/2026-01-21/
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:20260117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T153000
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/2026-01-17/
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:20260115T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T173000
DTSTAMP:20260104T021244Z
CREATED:20260104T021027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T021244Z
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SUMMARY:STEM Explorers: Build Your Own Computer
DESCRIPTION:STEM Explorers: Build Your Own Computer!\nThursdays\, January 15 – February 19\, 4 – 5:30pm \nJoin us for an exciting six-week STEM adventure designed for kids 8-12! \nIn this hands-on program\, participants will assemble and explore Piper computers\, gaining practical experience with computer engineering\, coding\, and problem-solving. Each week\, kids will unlock new challenges as they build and program a computer\, learning foundational STEM skills in a fun and collaborative environment. \nAn exciting six-week STEM adventure designed for kids 8-12! Using Minecraft\, participants will learn foundational STEM skills. *Registration required*\n\nRegister: https://santacruzpl.libnet.info/event/15241092
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/stem-explorers-build-your-own-computer-2/2026-01-15/
LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes,Family Events,Free Events,Library Ongoing,Tech Help
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T150000
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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/2026-01-15/
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:20260111T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T002828Z
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SUMMARY:Carnival of the Animals with the Fratello Marionettes
DESCRIPTION:Carnival of the Animals with the Fratello Marionettes\nSunday\, January 11\, 2 – 3pm\nLearn about the Hans Christian Andersen Writing Contest Kickoff with Carnival of the Animals with the Fratello Marionettes. \nCome for the puppet show and learn how to enter the writing contest! \nHelp the City of Santa Cruz and Bookshop Santa Cruz kick off the Sister-City Hans Christian Andersen writing contest with a puppet show!  \nFratello Marionettes will be presenting “Carnival of the Animals\,” their award-winning puppet show featuring The Ugly Duckling\, The Three Pigs\, and the Tortoise and the Hare.  \n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/carnival-of-the-animals-with-the-fratello-marionettes/
LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Free Events,Library Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076567-1768053600-1768059000@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/2026-01-10/
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:20260108T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260108T150000
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/2026-01-08/
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:20260106T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260106T143000
DTSTAMP:20251212T010318Z
CREATED:20251212T010318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T010318Z
UID:10065323-1767704400-1767709800@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Determining a DNA Match Connection
DESCRIPTION:Determining a DNA Match Connection\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, January 6\, 1pm – 2:30pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis presentation will outline some strategies that DNA testers might use to help determine the identity of a DNA match. \nIdentifying who our DNA matches are can enable us to discover where we connect with our DNA cousins\, or at least get us closer to the answer. \nGail will use two case studies she has pursued as examples of this process. \nGail Burk is a long-time member of the Genealogical Society of Santa Cruz County\, and a genealogist for more than 40 years. \nShe has delivered a variety of programs over the years\, and currently\, she co-facilitates the monthly DNA Special Interest Group sessions for the Society. \nGail graduated from the University of California at Santa Barbara\, where she majored in art\, and minored in history. \n  \nTO WATCH FROM HOME\, ONLINE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED THROUGH THE SCPL WEBSITE \nNO REGISTRATION IS NEEDED TO VIEW IN THE UPSTAIRS MEETING ROOM AT THE DOWNTOWN LIBRARY
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/determining-a-dna-match-connection/
LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260103T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260103T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076566-1767448800-1767454200@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/2026-01-03/
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:20260101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260101T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T004951Z
CREATED:20251209T013417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T004951Z
UID:10065235-1767272400-1767279600@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/2026-01-01/
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:20251227T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251227T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076565-1766844000-1766849400@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/2025-12-27/
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:20251225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251225T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T004951Z
CREATED:20251209T013417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T004951Z
UID:10065234-1766667600-1766674800@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/2025-12-25/
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:20251224T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251224T160000
DTSTAMP:20250326T012841Z
CREATED:20250325T234402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T012841Z
UID:10050532-1766588400-1766592000@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/2025-12-24/
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:20251220T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T170000
DTSTAMP:20251219T143634Z
CREATED:20251218T223905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T143634Z
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SUMMARY:Fratello Marionettes The Vaudeville Follies
DESCRIPTION:Fratello Marionettes The Vaudeville Follies\nSaturday\, December 20\, 4-5pm \nStep into a world of wonder and whimsy this holiday season with Fratello Marionettes!  \nJoin us for “The Vaudeville Follies\,” a delightful marionette variety show that brings the charm of old-time music halls to life.  \nFrom opera singers to ballet dancing chickens\, every act promises to enchant and entertain.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/fratello-marionettes-the-vaudeville-follies/
LOCATION:Branciforte Library\, 250 Gault St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Events,Free Events,Library Special
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076564-1766239200-1766244600@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/2025-12-20/
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:20251218T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251218T170000
DTSTAMP:20251209T011311Z
CREATED:20251209T011311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T011311Z
UID:10064942-1766071800-1766077200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Winter Movie Matinee: The Nightmare Before Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Winter Movie Matinee: The Nightmare Before Christmas\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, December 18\, 3:30 – 5pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us at the library for an after school film screening with refreshments. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRelax after school at the Boulder Creek Branch Library with a screening of Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. Light refreshments will be available. Run time is 1 hour and 16 minutes. Rated PG. \n\n\n\n\n\nBoulder Creek Branch
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/winter-movie-matinee-the-nightmare-before-christmas/
LOCATION:Boulder Creek Library\, 13390 W Park Ave\, Boulder Creek\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family Events,Free Events,Library Special,Teen Activities
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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:20251218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251218T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T004951Z
CREATED:20251209T013417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T004951Z
UID:10065233-1766062800-1766070000@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/2025-12-18/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251218T120000
DTSTAMP:20251212T004800Z
CREATED:20251212T004800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T004800Z
UID:10065322-1766055600-1766059200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Winter Holidays and Solstice Storytime & Craft
DESCRIPTION:Winter Holidays and Solstice Storytime & Craft\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, December 18\, 11am – 12pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn how people celebrate this season of light and learn about the Winter Solstice through stories\, songs\, and lots of fun! Followed by a craft! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis program takes the place of our regular Preschool Storytime & Craft. \nPreschool Storytime & Craft takes place in the Felton Community Room every Thursday from 11-12. \nJoin us for early literacy fun with books\, songs\, and activities for preschoolers and their caregivers!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/winter-holidays-and-solstice-storytime-craft/
LOCATION:Felton Library\, 6121 Gushee Street\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, 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:20251214T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T163000
DTSTAMP:20251208T182650Z
CREATED:20251208T180621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T182650Z
UID:10065226-1765724400-1765729800@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Meet The Doulas Downtown!
DESCRIPTION:Meet The Doulas Downtown!\nDecember 14\, 3 – 4:30pm \nCome hang out with some awesome doulas and get to know them better! \nCome join us at the Santa Cruz Public Libraries – Downtown Branch – in the Community Room for a fun and informative event where you can meet and chat with experienced doulas in your area. \nWhether you’re expecting\, planning for the future\, or just curious about what doulas do\, this is the perfect opportunity to ask questions and learn more about the support they provide during pregnancy\, birth\, and beyond. \nDon’t miss out on this chance to connect with local professionals and expand your knowledge about birth support options!
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/meet-the-doulas-downtown/
LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Library Special,Support Groups
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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:20251213T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251213T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076563-1765634400-1765639800@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/2025-12-13/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T004951Z
CREATED:20251209T013417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T004951Z
UID:10065232-1765458000-1765465200@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/2025-12-11/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251206T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251206T160000
DTSTAMP:20251125T000917Z
CREATED:20251125T000917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T000917Z
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SUMMARY:Rhythms from Around the World
DESCRIPTION:Rhythms from Around the World\nSaturday\, December 6\, 2:30-4pm \nJoin Dror’s engaging presentation\, “Rhythms from Around the World\,” to explore diverse percussion instruments from the Middle East to West Africa\, including the Bendir\, Riq\, Doumbek\, and Djembe.  \nExperience the rich history and unique rhythms of each instrument in this educational and entertaining musical journey! \n\n\n\nDror’s presentation on “Rhythms from Around the World” is an engaging \, educational and entertaining experience that provides insight into the diverse cultural traditions of percussion instruments and their origins. \nThe lecture/performance covers a wide range of percussion instruments\, including the frame drums of the Middle East\, Bendir of Morocco\, Riq\, Doumbek\, and Tabla of Egypt\, Djembe of West Africa\, and shakers and rattles\, Congas\, Bongos\, Cajon. Dror will introduce each instrument and provide information about the cultural contexts in which they are used and the materials from which they are made. \nOne of the highlights of the presentation will be the demonstration of traditional rhythms and songs associated with each instrument. This method showcases the instruments’ unique sounds and techniques while highlighting their cultural significance evolution over time. \nDror has presented “Rhythms from Around the World” at Universities\, Schools\, and Communities. Registration is encouraged and walk-ins are welcome.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/rhythms-from-around-the-world/
LOCATION:Capitola Library\, 2005 Wharf Road\, Capitola\, CA\, 95010\, 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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251206T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076562-1765029600-1765035000@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/2025-12-06/
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:20251206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251206T143000
DTSTAMP:20251125T004223Z
CREATED:20251125T004223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T004223Z
UID:10064414-1765026000-1765031400@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:AI as a Writing Tool: Beyond the Hype and Fear
DESCRIPTION:AI as a Writing Tool: Beyond the Hype and Fear\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, December 6\, 1 – 2:30pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCome learn what chatbots can and cannot do and the limits\, both ethical and technical\, to keep in mind before incorporating AI in your work. \nWe’ll demonstrate practical applications. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn an age where AI chatbots promise to write your emails\, essays\, blog posts\, and more\, many writers wonder if there’s still a place for human creativity. \nWhile some writers may choose to swear off all AI assistance\, we’ve found ways to utilize these tools to enhance the writing process and spark creativity. \nWe’ll show how these tools can serve as sophisticated critique partners and editing assistants\, without sacrificing your voice in the process. \nAI as a Writing Tool: Beyond the Hype and Fear
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/ai-as-a-writing-tool-beyond-the-hype-and-fear/
LOCATION:Scotts Valley Library\, 251 Kings Village Road\, Scotts Valley\, CA\, 95066\, 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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251129T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251129T153000
DTSTAMP:20260629T015705Z
CREATED:20250510T022653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T015705Z
UID:10076561-1764424800-1764430200@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/2025-11-29/
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:20251126T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251126T160000
DTSTAMP:20250326T012841Z
CREATED:20250325T234402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T012841Z
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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/2025-11-26/
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:20251125T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251125T170000
DTSTAMP:20251114T000841Z
CREATED:20251114T000841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T000841Z
UID:10062759-1764084600-1764090000@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Family Seasonal Crafts Downtown Library
DESCRIPTION:Family Seasonal Crafts Downtown Library\nTuesday\, November 25\, 3:30 – 5:00pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFun\, seasonal and interesting projects! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCome and make a circuit turkey and colorful beaded corn and pumpkin decorations. All supplies will be provided. Drop in\, no registration needed. \nThis program is for kids ages 5 and up and their caregivers. \nCoin cell batteries are involved in the circuit turkey project and adult supervision is required for all children under 8.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/family-seasonal-crafts-downtown-library/
LOCATION:Downtown Library\, 224 Church St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Holidays,Library Special
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz Public Libraries":MAILTO:pro@santacruzpl.org
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