Events

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

Trinity Rivers Equestrian Camp Sessions run from June 5th through July 24th Monday - Thursday 9 am - 3:30 pm Looking for a fun summer venture? Perhaps a new after school activity? Or maybe just looking to start a new life long love and passion? Our incredible staff would love to help your child learn […]

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!

Westside Marketplace and Food Trucks First Sundays 11am - 5pm The Westside Marketplace on the first Sundays of the month is where local art, handmade and vintage shopping meet delicious food! This collaboration between Food Trucks A Go Go and the Santa Cruz Mountains Makers Market presents a great mix of creators of all kinds! […]

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

¡Jaque Mate!: Bilingual Chess Club Wednesdays 2 - 3pm, May 17 - June 14 Bilingual Chess Club in Spanish and English, where children and tweens can learn tactics and grand strategy. Club de ajedrez bilingüe en español e inglés, donde los niños y preadolescentes pueden aprender tácticas y grandes estrategias.

CHP Start Smart Wednesday, June 7, 5:30 - 6:30pm Start Smart Driving Education for Teens & their Parents In an effort to prepare young drivers to drive responsibly, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is offering new driver education class for new drivers and their parents. Start Smart, presented by the CHP, addresses such topics as […]

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 […]

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

Trinity Rivers Equestrian Camp Sessions run from June 5th through July 24th Monday - Thursday 9 am - 3:30 pm Looking for a fun summer venture? Perhaps a new after school activity? Or maybe just looking to start a new life long love and passion? Our incredible staff would love to help your child learn […]

Kirby School Campus Tour Thursday, February 9, 9:30 am Take advantage of our weekly drop-in tour with Admissions Director, Emily Lamoureux. No registrations necessary, just show up any Thursday at 9:30am ready to embark on an approximately hour-long tour of campus. Thursdays aren't good for you? No problem...Emily offers individualized campus tours at your convenience. […]

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

Crafts at SC Downtown Library Thursday, June 8, 12 - 2pm; Tuesday, June 13, 1 - 3pm; Thursday, June 22, 12 - 2pm; Thursday, June 29, 1- 3pm; Wednesday, July 12, 1 - 2:30pm; Tuesday, July 18, 12 - 2pm; Wednesday, July 26, 12 - 2pm   Book Bag Decorating @ Downtown   Come and […]

Seminario Triple P: El poder de ser padres positivos Thursday, June 8, 5:30 - 7pm Inscríbase: https://bit.ly/Padres-Positivos-8Jun Asista a este seminario virtual y aprenda cómo: • Brindar entornos de aprendizaje positivos para los niños. • Usar una disciplina efectiva. • Tener expectativas realistas y a cuidar de usted mismo(a) Presentado en español por Zoom. Estos […]

Junior and Little Ranger Programs June through August Hey parents! Are you looking for FREE childcare this summer? Have your 7 - 12 year olds join us for Junior Ranger Programs where they can explore the natural world through projects, experiments, art, nature journaling, and more! Junior Ranger programs are happening in parks all across […]

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

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!

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....

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

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

Thrift Store 2nd Saturday Sales 2nd Saturdays, 9am - 3:30pm Thrift Store 50%-Off Sale 3/11/2023 9:00 am - 3:30 pm

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 […]

Nature Club: Moore Creek Preserve and Summer Startup Saturday, June 10, 10am - 12:30pm Kick off the beginning of summer with an awesome visit to the Moore Creek Preserve, exploring different communities found in one of our best local habitats. Birds, deer, coyotes, rabbits, and much more call this place home and we will learn […]

Bilingual Family Storytime Saturdays 10:30 - 11am, June 3 - 24 Weekly bilingual stories and songs for children and their families at the newly renovated Branciforte Branch Library!

Japanese Cultural Fair Saturday, June 10, 11am - 6pm Fun free Fair for the whole family--featuring traditional Japanese music (taiko drumming, shamisen, shakuhachi) & folk festival dance, great Japanese food, textile arts, crafts, martial arts youth demonstrations, bonsai, kimono, sumie ink painting, ikebana. Free shuttle from Santa Cruz County Building.

Meow Luau Kittens and Cats Adoption Saturday, June 10, 11am - 3pm With Kitten Season bringing waves of felines, join us for Meow Luau at the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter for our joint adoption event where local organizations work together to find homes for the homeless cats and kittens in our community. Participants are […]

Glimpses of World History Series to Begin at La Selva Beach Branch Library Second and fourth Saturdays in January, February, and March, 1 - 2 Dr. Robert Strayer, Ph.D of European and African History, presents a series of six illustrated talks dealing with particular topics in world history and their implications for the present. These free events take […]

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  […]

Ramayana Thursday & Friday, 7pm, June 8 & 9 Saturday & Sunday, 2pmJune 10 & 11 Join Hanuman, the monkeys, Prince Rama and Prince Lakshmana, as they journey to Lanka in their quest to rescue Princess Sita in the 44th Mount Madonna School (MMS) “Ramayana!” – a musical theater production adapted for modern audiences and […]

Food Wine & Beer Festival Saturday, June 10, 4 - 7 pm Attention foodies, wine enthusiasts, and beer lovers! Get ready to indulge in an evening of culinary delights at the second annual Food, Wine & Beer Festival, Saturday, June 10, 2023, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm presented by the Girl Scouts of California's Central […]

Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

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) […]

Organic produce from local farms, tree ripened fruits, dried fruit and nuts, fresh bread, pastries, seafood, pasture-raised organic meats and more

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, […]

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, […]

Learning Adventures in the Parks - June 11 - Castro Adobe State Park from 12-5pm - June 25 - Seacliff State Beach from 12-5pm - July 9 - Natural Bridges State Beach from 12-5pm - July 23 - The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park from 12-5pm Join us for Learning Adventures during the Summer […]

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 […]

Ramayana Thursday & Friday, 7pm, June 8 & 9 Saturday & Sunday, 2pmJune 10 & 11 Join Hanuman, the monkeys, Prince Rama and Prince Lakshmana, as they journey to Lanka in their quest to rescue Princess Sita in the 44th Mount Madonna School (MMS) “Ramayana!” – a musical theater production adapted for modern audiences and […]

Avant Garden Party Sunday, June 11, 2 - 6pm Start your summer rock'n to Moroccan music and cuisine at New Music Works' Avant Garden Party; a delicious, mischievous wrap up of this new music group's 2022-23 season. It is the annual benefit event for New Music Works, and it includes a Silent Auction worth talking […]

Cris Williamson and Barbara Higbie in Concert at Kuumbwa Jazz Center Sunday, June 11, 7pm Iconic Singer-Songwriter and LGBTQ/Environmental Activist Cris Williamson and Windham Hill Grammy-Nominated Recording Artist Barbara Higbie return to the Kuumbwa Jazz Center June 11 at 7:00pm "Barb and I always have so much fun playing together. It makes for a very […]