Events

Nutcracker the Movie Bring the family to this beautiful Holiday Movie in the comfort and safety of your own car! Always supporting Jacob's Heart! Boardwalk Drive-In December 18-19-20 5:30 & 7:30 Tickets: AgapeDance.com

Boardwalk Fall Campout Friday, September 23 – Saturday, September 24 Experience an unforgettable night of fun, wake up to the sound of the ocean and enjoy your favorite Boardwalk rides!  A memorable overnight event at the Boardwalk, perfect for family, friends, youth and school groups. Benefiting the American Cancer Society - A special fundraising event […]

Many Threads One Cloth August 24 - October 2 Threads, made from a variety of plant or animal fibers, are universal. Cloth, made from various fibers utilizing unique methods, is universal. Every culture in the world makes, wears and uses textiles from birth through death. Materials and natural resources used for the production of cloth […]

Water’s Extreme Journey Wednesday–Sunday, 10am – 4pm, September 3 - December 31 Visitors to the Seymour Marine Discovery Center this fall will be able to experience the journey of a single drop of water when they take part in Water’s Extreme Journey, a hands-on, interactive maze designed by Minotaur Mazes. The Water’s Extreme Journey maze takes visitors […]

Preschool Storytime at Scotts Valley Fridays 11am - 12pm, through November 20 Come 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. https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9483528

Open Studios Preview Exhibition at Santa Cruz Art League Wednesday - Saturday: 1– 4pm, September 23 – October 16 Reception: October 7th, First Friday, 6-8pm Preview the works of over 300 artists from Santa Cruz County, in the Open Studios Preview Exhibition. Here all artists participating in Open Studios will be invited show one of […]

Hats Off Santa Cruz Grads Open Thursdays - Saturdays 1-4pm Photographic and Oral Histories of 2020 High School Graduates During the Pandemic Thursday, June 17 – Saturday, July 24 The graduates of the class of 2020 faced more uncertainty and collective hardship than any other graduating class in recent memory because of the pandemic. The […]

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!

Stress Less with Jovenes Sanos Fridays 4 - 5pm, March 25, April 8  & 22, and Saturday, April 23, 2 - 5pm Learn ways to self care and stress less, see you there! Don’t forget to join us at the Watsonville Youth Center! If you have any questions, please email pvelazquez@unitedwaysc.org!

The Language of Birds Thursday - Saturday September 22 - 24, 5pm The Language of Birds takes visitors on a guided tour through a transformed Evergreen Cemetery, seen and heard through the mythology of birdsong and the perception-altering power of dragon’s blood. The Language of Birds seeks to uncover hidden and imaginary histories of Evergreen […]

Nutcracker the Movie Bring the family to this beautiful Holiday Movie in the comfort and safety of your own car! Always supporting Jacob's Heart! Boardwalk Drive-In December 18-19-20 5:30 & 7:30 Tickets: AgapeDance.com

The Robber Bridegroom Fridays & Saturdays 8pm; Sundays 2pm, September 23 - October 23 An evening at "The Robber Bridegroom" at Mountain Community Theater, Ben Lomond, CA! A production long in the works now here at last to enjoy! Highly recommended! Featuring local actors of merit - each role personified with nuance and verve - […]

Free Movies at the Beach Fridays, 9pm, June 17 - August 12 In front of the Colonnade There’s nothing like watching free, favorite movies right on the beach with the smell of kettle corn, corn dogs, and saltwater taffy filling the air! Bring the family and your blanket or low-back chair and join us! Music and movies […]

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....

Boardwalk Fall Campout Friday, September 23 – Saturday, September 24 Experience an unforgettable night of fun, wake up to the sound of the ocean and enjoy your favorite Boardwalk rides!  A memorable overnight event at the Boardwalk, perfect for family, friends, youth and school groups. Benefiting the American Cancer Society - A special fundraising event […]

Free Latin Dance Class Saturday, September 24, 10 - 11am & 11:15 - 12:15 Hey South County teachers and parents... Free Latin dance class en espanol. We are a collective of dance and music groups sharing classes with the Watsonville community. Come learn with us.

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

UC Santa Cruz Geology Tour Saturday, September 24, 10am to noon Join PhD candidates Gavin Piccione and Jessica Gagliardi for a geologic tour of the UC Santa Cruz Campus. Examine outcrops, uncover histories of mining and development, and build your rock identification skills during this guided walk open to all ages and experience levels. Location: […]

Beach Train Saturdays & Sundays depart 10am through September. Choose 1 hour or 5 hour layover Travel from trees to sea, through the Santa Cruz Mountains, arriving at the Boardwalk. Departing weekends through September. Departing from the Santa Cruz Mountains, travel through Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, down the scenic San Lorenzo River Gorge, across […]

Triple P Workshop: Teaching Teens Healthy Eating Habits Saturday, September 24, 10 - 11:30pm Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • Why it’s important to develop healthy eating habits during adolescence • How to encourage healthy eating • How to identify and handle concerns about teenagers’ eating habits Register to get the Zoom […]

Water’s Extreme Journey Wednesday–Sunday, 10am – 4pm, September 3 - December 31 Visitors to the Seymour Marine Discovery Center this fall will be able to experience the journey of a single drop of water when they take part in Water’s Extreme Journey, a hands-on, interactive maze designed by Minotaur Mazes. The Water’s Extreme Journey maze takes visitors […]

Mini Bird Fest Saturday, September 24, 11am - 1pm This is fall bird migration time. Want to learn more about our area’s resident and migratory birds? There are a couple of fun, free events coming up this month. On Saturday, September 24th, the Freedom Branch Library will host their Mini Bird Fest from 11am-1pm. The […]

Animal Browsing Hours Dogs: Wednesdays - Fridays 2-6pm; Saturdays & Sundays 11am- 3pm Cats: Wednesdays - Sundays 11am - 6pm Time's are a changin'! We've officially expanded open hours! We're looking forward to showing off our new building and hope you love it as much as we, and the animals do. Thank you for your […]

Special Needs Resource Fair Saturday, September 24, 11am-1pm SPIN in collaboration with partnering agencies will be hosting an in-person Special Needs Resource Fair at Watsonville High School (250 E Beach St., Watsonville, CA 95076). Families who register for our Pájaro Valley Virtual Conference for families and allies of children with special needs during the resource […]

Join Our New Ping Pong Club 4th Saturdays 12 - 2pm through February 25, 2023 Love ping-pong? Scotts Valley Library has a new new ping pong club for teens and adults. The group meets every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 12pm to 2pm at the patio. The club is open to ages […]

Park Avenue Health Fair Sat, Sep 24, 2022 at 12:00 PM Please join us for our annual health fair at Park Avenue Fitness in Aptos! This fun, interactive event features local women owned and operated healthcare businesses, including and includes pet health oriented businesses. An esthetician, jewelry maker and apparel business will be present to […]

Santa Cruz Mountains Harvest Festival Saturday, September 24, 12 - 6pm Santa Cruz Mountains Harvest Festival is located in Boulder Creek Ca. This event aims to help raise money for local non-profits as well as contributing money towards other like minded organizations & local companies. The SCM Harvest Festival works with local farms, artists, musicians, […]

Open Studios Preview Exhibition at Santa Cruz Art League Wednesday - Saturday: 1– 4pm, September 23 – October 16 Reception: October 7th, First Friday, 6-8pm Preview the works of over 300 artists from Santa Cruz County, in the Open Studios Preview Exhibition. Here all artists participating in Open Studios will be invited show one of […]

Celebrate Urban Wetlands Saturday, September 24, 1 - 3:20pm Come celebrate the urban wetlands, AKA Jessie Street Marsh. Festivities include a guided walk tour, art installations, and active wetland demonstrations. Barson & Jessie St., City of Santa Cruz

Hats Off Santa Cruz Grads Open Thursdays - Saturdays 1-4pm Photographic and Oral Histories of 2020 High School Graduates During the Pandemic Thursday, June 17 – Saturday, July 24 The graduates of the class of 2020 faced more uncertainty and collective hardship than any other graduating class in recent memory because of the pandemic. The […]

Chess Club with Gjon Saturdays 2:00 - 3:30pm (except 1st Saturday of the month) Downtown Library 224 Church St. In the upstairs meeting room Professional chess instruction with Chess Master Gjon Feinstein. All levels welcome. For ages 6 - 18. If you have never played chess before please contact Gjon before your first session: coach@santacruzchess.com […]

Fruit Tree Adoption Workshop Saturday, September 24, 2pm This month’s fruit tree adoption workshop will be Saturday, September 24th at 2pm at Kearney Park - 118 Kearney Street, Watsonville (the closest cross street is Rodriguez Street). Watsonville residents who attend can receive a free fruit tree to plant in their garden. For more information about the […]

The Language of Birds Thursday - Saturday September 22 - 24, 5pm The Language of Birds takes visitors on a guided tour through a transformed Evergreen Cemetery, seen and heard through the mythology of birdsong and the perception-altering power of dragon’s blood. The Language of Birds seeks to uncover hidden and imaginary histories of Evergreen […]

Parents Night Out 2nd and 4th Saturdays, 5:30 - 8:30pm Our February Parents Night Out dates have plenty of availability for sign ups! This 3-hour long event includes gymnastics activities, coach supervision, arts & crafts, and pizza for dinner. Call us at 831-464-2847 or stop by the gym to make your reservation! Time: 5:30 - […]

Nutcracker the Movie Bring the family to this beautiful Holiday Movie in the comfort and safety of your own car! Always supporting Jacob's Heart! Boardwalk Drive-In December 18-19-20 5:30 & 7:30 Tickets: AgapeDance.com

The Robber Bridegroom Fridays & Saturdays 8pm; Sundays 2pm, September 23 - October 23 An evening at "The Robber Bridegroom" at Mountain Community Theater, Ben Lomond, CA! A production long in the works now here at last to enjoy! Highly recommended! Featuring local actors of merit - each role personified with nuance and verve - […]

Many Threads One Cloth August 24 - October 2 Threads, made from a variety of plant or animal fibers, are universal. Cloth, made from various fibers utilizing unique methods, is universal. Every culture in the world makes, wears and uses textiles from birth through death. Materials and natural resources used for the production of cloth […]

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

Beach Train Saturdays & Sundays depart 10am through September. Choose 1 hour or 5 hour layover Travel from trees to sea, through the Santa Cruz Mountains, arriving at the Boardwalk. Departing weekends through September. Departing from the Santa Cruz Mountains, travel through Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, down the scenic San Lorenzo River Gorge, across […]

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, […]

UCSC Farm Harvest Festival Sunday, September 25, 11am—4:30pm at the UCSC Farm The 2022 Harvest Festival will feature live music from Universe, Diggin Trails, and Rosa Azul, an apple pie baking contest and salsa making contest, hands-on workshops, kids' activities, and more! Stay nourished with food from My Mom's Mole, Fonda Felix (empanadas), Companion Bakeshop, […]

Animal Browsing Hours Dogs: Wednesdays - Fridays 2-6pm; Saturdays & Sundays 11am- 3pm Cats: Wednesdays - Sundays 11am - 6pm Time's are a changin'! We've officially expanded open hours! We're looking forward to showing off our new building and hope you love it as much as we, and the animals do. Thank you for your […]

Dungeons and Dragons Sundays 1 - 3pm, September 11 - December 4 Attention 12-16yr-olds -- Adventure awaits! A friendly introduction to Dungeons & Dragons 5E for players of all experience levels, led by an accomplished D&D Dungeon Master. Held every Sunday from 1pm - 3pm, our Fall Campaign lasts from September 11th - December 4th for a […]

The Robber Bridegroom Fridays & Saturdays 8pm; Sundays 2pm, September 23 - October 23 An evening at "The Robber Bridegroom" at Mountain Community Theater, Ben Lomond, CA! A production long in the works now here at last to enjoy! Highly recommended! Featuring local actors of merit - each role personified with nuance and verve - […]

Nutcracker the Movie Bring the family to this beautiful Holiday Movie in the comfort and safety of your own car! Always supporting Jacob's Heart! Boardwalk Drive-In December 18-19-20 5:30 & 7:30 Tickets: AgapeDance.com