Week of Events
In-Person Tech Help Capitola
In-Person Tech Help Capitola
In-person Tech Help Capitola Wednesdays, 10 - 12:00pm, through June 19 Are you stuck with a technology question? One of our tech savvy staff members at the Capitola Library would like to help you troubleshoot your question with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Possible topics may include: creating an email account, creating documents, attaching […]
Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts!
Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts!
Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts! Wednesdays 10 - 11am Come join us at the Sanctuary Exploration Center across from the Santa Cruz Wharf each Wednesday morning to do some ocean-themed crafts, listen to a story, and explore the Exploration Center!
Preschool Storytime La Selva Beach
Preschool Storytime La Selva Beach
Preschool Storytime La Selva Beach Wednesdays 11am - 12pm, January 24 - May 8 Join us for Preschool Storytime La Selva Beach, a fun interactive storytime. We'll read books, sing songs and use rhythm and movement. This event is suitable for children ages 3-6 years. There will be an arts and crafts project to take […]
Downtown Farmers Market 2022
Downtown Farmers Market 2022
A great selection of local artisan foodstuffs, delicious baked goods, and currently many unique, high quality options for grab-and-go lunch and dinner.
Game Zone at Scotts Valley library
Game Zone at Scotts Valley library
Game Zone at Scotts Valley library Wednesdays 1 - 3pm, through May 29 Scotts Valley library is offering a new Game Zone program for tweens (10-13) to relax, hang with friends, and play games! We're offering a variety of video, card, and board games as well as snacks every Wednesday afternoon from 1-3pm. Come check […]
Take Aways Art to Go
Take Aways Art to Go
Take Aways: Art to Go! Exhibit Dates: March 20 – May 5, Weds-Sun, 11am-4pm Opening Reception: Sunday, March 24, 2pm-4pm Step into our 11th annual Take Aways exhibit, showcasing over seventy of the county’s top artists! Browse artworks tailored to every budget, with donated pieces up for grabs in a thrilling raffle at the closing reception. […]
Make and Explore at the Libraries
Make and Explore at the Libraries
Make and Explore at the Libraries Scroll down for your library's dates & times. Every week we will have a new project idea for you to make or explore at your libraries. Projects will include Science, and Arts & Crafts. Scotts Valley, Tuesday, 3-4:30pm April 23-July 30. Every week we will have a new project idea […]
Make and Explore at the Libraries
Make and Explore at the Libraries
Make and Explore at the Libraries Scroll down for your library's dates & times. Every week we will have a new project idea for you to make or explore at your libraries. Projects will include Science, and Arts & Crafts. Scotts Valley, Tuesday, 3-4:30pm April 23-July 30. Every week we will have a new project idea […]
SAGA for Teens at Felton Library Teen Room
SAGA for Teens at Felton Library Teen Room
SAGA for Teens at Felton Library Teen Room 2nd Wednesdays of the month, 3 - 5pm Hey Teens! Join the Felton Sexuality and Gender Alliance (SAGA) for Teens group every 2nd Wednesday of the month from 3:00-5:00 PM in the Felton Library Teen Room. SAGA creates a welcoming, safe, and inclusive space for teens of […]
NAMI Family Support Group for Parents/Caregivers of Youth
NAMI Family Support Group for Parents/Caregivers of Youth
NAMI Family Support Group for Parents/Caregivers of Youth (11-17) 2nd and 4th Wednesdays 6:30 - 8pm Please join us for our upcoming free, drop-in support group for parents/caregivers of youth (11-17) with mental health challenges. Next group will be this Wednesday, June 22nd from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. We are in need of more facilitators […]
Nature Journal Studio
Nature Journal Studio
Nature Journal Studio 2nd Wednesdaysof the month, 6:30 - 8pm Nature journaling can help us view the natural world with new perspectives, learn about our surroundings, and see the extraordinary in the ordinary. During monthly Nature Journal Studio sessions at the Museum, Melinda Nakagawa will guide you through a topic as we practice skills in […]
Dads Support Group
Dads Support Group
Dads Support Group Wednesdays 7 - 8pm Join us in this group of fathers where you will find a community to share the challenges and joys of being a father. The topics covered will be guided according to the needs and interests of the parents. The group will be relaxed, confidential, and facilitated by a […]
Tai Chi in the Library
Tai Chi in the Library
Tai Chi in the Library Thursdays 10 - 11am Are you ready to experience the ancient art of Tai Chi amidst the serene ambiance of your local library? What is Tai Chi? Tai Chi is a gentle, flowing martial art that originated in ancient China. It's known for its graceful movements, deep breathing techniques, and […]
La Selva Beach Book Discussion Group
La Selva Beach Book Discussion Group
La Selva Beach Book Discussion Group 2nd Thursdays, 10:30an - 12pm The LSB Adult Book Discussion group meets on the second Thursday of the month from 10:30a to 12:00p. The group will meet virtually via Zoom during the remodel. All adults are welcome. Registration required: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/7587480
Ocean Alternative Open House
Ocean Alternative Open House
Ocean Alternative Open House Thursday, May 9, 1-3pm If you are thinking about homeschooling or alternative types of education, join us at Ocean Alternative’s open house Thursday May 9th. Ocean Alternative supports K-8th grade students and is centrally located in the Live Oak area. They offer two days of optional enrichment classes, field trips, after-school […]
Make and Explore at the Libraries
Make and Explore at the Libraries
Make and Explore at the Libraries Scroll down for your library's dates & times. Every week we will have a new project idea for you to make or explore at your libraries. Projects will include Science, and Arts & Crafts. Scotts Valley, Tuesday, 3-4:30pm April 23-July 30. Every week we will have a new project idea […]
Discovery Zone Playgroup through May
Discovery Zone Playgroup through May
Discovery Zone Playgroup Fridays 10am - 12pm, through May A time for free discovery zone playgroup for children with a participating adult. Arrival and departure times are flexible. This 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 […]
Goat Hill Fair
Goat Hill Fair
Goat Hill Fair Friday May 10, 2024: Early Goats 8 - 10am; General Admission 10am - 4pm Saturday May 11, 2024: General Admission 9am - 4pm Be still my heart. They're back! Join the multitude of vendors at Goat Hill Fair for the biggest bi-annual artisan antique fair in the bay area. Peruse two buildings […]
Bring Your Own Book (BYOB)
Bring Your Own Book (BYOB)
Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) 3rd Fridays, 11am - 12:30pm, March 15 - December 20 Join us at the Aptos Branch Library for an engaging and dynamic book group experience: Bring Your Own Book (BYOB). This innovative program encourages participants to bring along a book of their choice and share their thoughts, insights, and perspectives […]
Preschool Storytime at Scotts Valley
Preschool Storytime at Scotts Valley
Preschool Storytime at Scotts Valley Fridays 11 - 11:30am, through May 3 Join Librarian Emily for stories, songs, and lots of fun for preschoolers and their caregivers in our beautiful, newly-renovated Scotts Valley Library Branch every Friday at 11am.
Knitting Group at Live Oak Library 2024
Knitting Group at Live Oak Library 2024
Knitting Group at Live Oak Library Fridays 11am - 1pm through June Come join our knitting event every Friday at Live Oak Library! If you're looking for something fun and relaxing to do, come knit with us! Bring your own yarn, knitting needles, and any other crafting materials you'd like. We welcome crochet and cross […]
Make and Explore at the Libraries
Make and Explore at the Libraries
Make and Explore at the Libraries Scroll down for your library's dates & times. Every week we will have a new project idea for you to make or explore at your libraries. Projects will include Science, and Arts & Crafts. Scotts Valley, Tuesday, 3-4:30pm April 23-July 30. Every week we will have a new project idea […]
Friday Pet Food Pantry
Friday Pet Food Pantry
Friday Pet Food Pantry Fridays 2-5pm Just a friendly reminder that our Pet Food Pantry is still happening every Friday from 3-5pm! Donate anytime!
Lego Friday Fun
Lego Friday Fun
Lego Friday Fun Fridays 3 - 4:30pm through May 31 Use your imagination and build anything you can dream at Lego Friday Fun! Lego and Duplo blocks will be available for children and youth to tinker with, build, explore, and creatively play! No registration necessary.
Make and Explore Live Oak Library
Make and Explore Live Oak Library
Make and Explore Live Oak Library Fridays, 3 - 4:30pm through June 14 Every week at Live Oak Library we will have a new project idea for you to make or explore including Science, Arts & Crafts, Model building, and Exploration of the environment around us. Please allow at least 30 minutes to complete a […]
Teacher Open House
Teacher Open House
Teacher Open House Friday, May 10, 5-7pm Topic: How to teach Science Illustration Enjoy snacks and refreshments while exploring our resources and viewing The Art of Nature exhibit. Teachers will gain early access to field trip registration and a presentation about teaching scientific illustration. You will also have the chance to win raffle prizes, including […]
The Crucible by Arthur Miller
The Crucible by Arthur Miller
Renegade Theater Co. Presents The Crucible by Arthur Miller Friday May 10, 6pm Saturday May 11, 1pm & 6pm Friday May 17, 6pm Saturday May 18, 1pm & 6pm The afflicted girls of Salem remain a mystery lost to time. What truly caused the fits that were attributed to witchcraft, we will never really know. […]
Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College
Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College
Ninety vendors, of which most are certified organic or use sustainable farming methods, offer pastured grass fed meats and poultry, sustainable fish, oysters, handcrafted cheeses....
Westside Farmers Market
Westside Farmers Market
The market showcases a great selection of 100% certified organic produce, artisan foods, wine, body products, tinctures, sustainable seafood, pasture raised meats, flowers and eggs along with cook-to-order cuisine, live local music and full espresso bar
Goat Hill Fair
Goat Hill Fair
Goat Hill Fair Friday May 10, 2024: Early Goats 8 - 10am; General Admission 10am - 4pm Saturday May 11, 2024: General Admission 9am - 4pm Be still my heart. They're back! Join the multitude of vendors at Goat Hill Fair for the biggest bi-annual artisan antique fair in the bay area. Peruse two buildings […]
Thrift Store 2nd Saturday Sales
Thrift Store 2nd Saturday Sales
Thrift Store 2nd Saturday Sales 2nd Saturdays, 9am - 3:30pm Thrift Store 50%-Off Sale 3/11/2023 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Community Crafters Boulder Creek
Community Crafters Boulder Creek
Community Crafters Boulder Creek Saturdays 10am - 12pm, through June 15 Come join amazing teachers from the community to learn a new craft or art process, and have a space dedicated to work on projects with others every week. We plan to learn a new craft or art process once a month with the weeks […]
Family Fun: Plants and Pollinators
Family Fun: Plants and Pollinators
Family Fun: Plants and Pollinators Saturday, May 11, 10am – 1pm Join educators from the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for fun activities and crafting inspired by plants and pollinators this spring! Family Fun programs are great for elementary aged kids and their families, but all ages are welcome. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural […]
Daughters & Sons of the Beach Ukele Jam
Daughters & Sons of the Beach Ukele Jam
Daughters and Sons of the Beach Ukele Jam Saturdays, 10am - 12pm Strum Along every Saturday 10am -12pm, on the beach behind the Crow's Nest Upcoming Uke Song List Strum Along every Wed 3:30 pm, on the beach behind the Crow's Nest Oldies but Goodies Movie Clips Search SOB old handouts Sons of the Beach […]
Spring Art Market at Tannery Arts Center
Spring Art Market at Tannery Arts Center
Spring Art Market at Tannery Arts Center Saturday, May 11, 10am-5pm Join us for a vibrant celebration of art, music, and community at the Tannery Spring Art Market! Hosted by the Arts Council Santa Cruz County, this free family-friendly event features an array of local artisans and makers showcasing their unique creations. Explore captivating artworks, […]
GroovaRoo Dance
GroovaRoo Dance
GroovaRoo Dance 2nd and 4th Saturdays, 1:30 - 2:30pm Hey, Mamas! Have you heard of GroovaRoo Dance? It’s been a few years since these classes have been around in our county, but we’re back and if you’re looking for something fun to do with your little one (under 2yo) come dance with us! GroovaRoo Dance […]
The Crucible by Arthur Miller
The Crucible by Arthur Miller
Renegade Theater Co. Presents The Crucible by Arthur Miller Friday May 10, 6pm Saturday May 11, 1pm & 6pm Friday May 17, 6pm Saturday May 18, 1pm & 6pm The afflicted girls of Salem remain a mystery lost to time. What truly caused the fits that were attributed to witchcraft, we will never really know. […]
Mothers Day Fun Run Benefit
Mothers Day Fun Run Benefit
Mothers Day Fun Run Benefit Sunday, May 12, 7 - 10:30am Join us for the 40th Annual Mother’s Day Run & Walk, a fantastic in-person event celebrating moms for the benefit of Pajaro Valley Shelter Services. Pajaro Valley Shelter Services provides families with a path to stable, self-sufficient futures through short- and longer-term housing and […]
Downtown Antique Faire
Downtown Antique Faire
Downtown Antique Faire 2nd Sundays, 8am - 5pm The Santa Cruz Antique Faire is on the 2nd Sunday of every month from 8am-5pm. Vendors offer an eclectic blend of antiques and unique items, vintage clothing, collectibles and more! Visit the Antique Faire on Lincoln Street between Pacific and Cedar. Interested in vendor space? Call (831) […]
Live Oak Farmers Market
Live Oak Farmers Market
Organic produce from local farms, tree ripened fruits, dried fruit and nuts, fresh bread, pastries, seafood, pasture-raised organic meats and more
West Cliff Mother’s Day Outdoor Market
West Cliff Mother’s Day Outdoor Market
West Cliff Mother's Day Outdoor Market Sunday, May 12, 10am-6pm Join us at our outdoor market with unique artisans and food trucks while taking in the spectacular view of the ocean. This one of a kind market will be held in Lighthouse parking lots along West Cliff drive and is always a popular spot for […]
Bay Area Babywearing Aptos
Bay Area Babywearing Aptos
Bay Area Babywearing Aptos 2nd Sundays, 10am – 12pm At any of our meetings, you will have the opportunity to ask questions about proper positioning for safe, comfortable, and happy babywearing. Get fit help with any baby carriers you already own. Try out the many different wraps, slings, mei tais (or meh dais), SSCs, onbuhimos, […]
Corralitos Farm & Garden Market
Corralitos Farm & Garden Market
The Farm & Garden Market is a small, friendly, open air market made up of local farmers and gardeners who grow within about a five mile radius of Corralitos. Seasonally we have the tastiest strawberries, blueberries, cherries, lemons, tomatoes, herbs, squash, potatoes, carrots, peas, beets, and avocados, as well as a variety of other fruits, […]
Bay Area Babywearing Watsonville
Bay Area Babywearing Watsonville
Bay Area Babywearing Watsonville 2nd Sundays, 1 - 3pm Join us for our December Meeting on Sunday, December 11th at Raîces y Cariño in Watsonville from 1:00 - 3:00pm. Browse our lending library and/or bring your own carrier to troubleshoot any questions you may have! We look forward to seeing you there! At any of […]
Take Aways Art to Go
Take Aways Art to Go
Take Aways: Art to Go! Exhibit Dates: March 20 – May 5, Weds-Sun, 11am-4pm Opening Reception: Sunday, March 24, 2pm-4pm Step into our 11th annual Take Aways exhibit, showcasing over seventy of the county’s top artists! Browse artworks tailored to every budget, with donated pieces up for grabs in a thrilling raffle at the closing reception. […]
In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities
In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities
In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities Sundays 2 - 4pm Join our in person art class for people with disabilities at Claraty Arts Center in Santa Cruz. Adaptive art projects and space to work outside or inside and to share time with your family and work on a creative art project. It's for […]