Patrick Orozco began sharing the knowledge of his people with children eighteen years ago. In his presentations, he describes the land as it used to be and describes the history of Indigenous contact with the Europeans from a Native American perspective. Wearing traditional dress and playing instruments he has made himself based on authentic descriptions […]
Identity theft continues to be on the rise! Identity theft happens when someone steals your personal information to commit fraud. Learn how to protect yourself from identity theft. 33% of citizens in the US have experienced identity theft. The FTC handled 2.2 million fraud reports in 2020. One million child identity theft incidents occurred in […]
Identity theft continues to be on the rise! Identity theft happens when someone steals your personal information to commit fraud. Learn how to protect yourself from identity theft. 33% of citizens in the US have experienced identity theft. The FTC handled 2.2 million fraud reports in 2020. One million child identity theft incidents occurred in […]
The Santa Cruz Public Libraries, in partnership with the Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries (FSCPL) and the Aptos Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries (Aptos FSCPL) are pleased to announce the Aptos Library Groundbreaking. Join notable library and county leaders as we don shovels and hard hats to break ground for the […]
Calling all elephant lovers!! In this amazing and interactive class, students will learn all about the endangered Asian elephant, and meet one of the Endangered Ark Foundation’s favorite residents, Delrita! Delrita will show you her trunk and all the incredible things she can do with it. Drink, pick things up, and even paint! She will […]
As part of California State Parks Week (June 14–18), start your healthy park adventure with 30 minutes of family–friendly, gentle “animal yoga.“ Fun for anyone with a good imagination who wants to do creative stretches while talking about the different animals that live in Natural Bridges. Then hike out to the rocky shelf to explore […]
Use Android settings and apps to reduce your digital footprint. Join us as we discuss data privacy and how to help limit the spread of personally identifiable information. This event will be taking place online using Zoom. Registrants will receive an email with the Zoom meeting link immediately upon registering for the event. For more […]
Over the course of her career as a literary agent, Elizabeth noticed that many manuscripts being rejected suffered similar, easy-to-solve problems. As a result, she began keeping a list of these problems, hoping to one day share this feedback with writers struggling to understand rejections. Based on her newly released The Author’s Checklist: An Agent’s […]
Poet Laureate of Santa Cruz David Allen Sullivan announces Agents of Change: A Collaborative Art & Poetry Project. This generative Poetry Workshop will give examples of poems about art. We will discuss ways to approach writing about art. Then there will be time for participants to choose one piece of displayed art and write about […]
Join Jungle James and his animal friends at Redwood Picnic Area of Harvey West Park for the ultimate animal viewing and interactive experience! This engaging 1-hour program features 5-6 reptiles from around the world. Educates children about each animal’s habitat, habits, and unique features. Come face to face with some of the coolest species on […]
James Henry, master percussionist, has traveled the world and incorporates cultural wisdom from across the globe into his performances. Expect to dance, sing, and be transported to many areas of the globe through the sounds of drums and percussion! The event will be held at Scotts Valley Community Center (360 Kings Village Rd, Scotts Valley, […]
Join us at the Felt Street County Park (1904 Felt St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062) for an afternoon of drums and dance! James Henry, master percussionist, has traveled the world and incorporates cultural wisdom from across the globe into his performances. Expect to dance, sing, and be transported to many areas of the world through […]
