Join us every Monday for an hour of gentle body movements with teacher Mary Mulligan. Wear clothes that you can move easily in. This program is free.

Join us every Monday afternoon at the Felton Branch for a knitting party. All you need to do is bring some yarn and knitting needles. All ages are welcome.

Join us for 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 home. This event will be held outside on the back patio. Please bring something to sit on and dress […]

Join us in the Secret Garden in Abbott Square at the MAH for storytime! We’ll share stories, songs and rhymes in a safe environment! This 30-40 minute program is intended for children aged 2-6. Do it yourself craft kits will be provided every week. Every other week we will feature STEM-related stories and concepts.

Asista a este taller virtual GRATIS de crianza para aprender: • Por qué es importante desarrollar hábitos de comer saludablemente durante la adolescencia • Cómo animar hábitos de comer saludablemente • Cómo identificar y tratar con las preocupaciones sobre los hábitos de comer de los adolescentes Presentado EN ESPAÑOL por Zoom por Gladys Gómez, Puentes […]

Looking for a job, but need help with resume writing? Learn about the different tools to create a professional looking resume and the language you need to make yourself stand out. Join Goodwill Central Coast experts the 2nd Wednesday of each month for resume writing or interview skills workshops. Attend virtually through Zoom or join […]

R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only. Contact SCPL Telephone Information if you have any questions: 831-427-7713 or elibrary@santacruzpl.org

R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only. Contact SCPL Telephone Information if you have any questions: 831-427-7713 or elibrary@santacruzpl.org

Acompáñanos para una hora de cuentos, actividades y canciones en español. Este programa es para niños de 0-8 y sus familias. La hora será miércoles a las 4:30pm. Nos reuniremos en el porche exterior. Cuéntame un Cuento se llevará a cabo en Capitola durante el período de construcción de Live Oak. En caso de mal […]

Sandwiches & Burgers

Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • How to teach your child to share with siblings and others • Simple ways to encourage sharing and cooperation • What to do if your child doesn’t want to share with others Presented in English on Zoom by Sandra Rodelo, Community Bridges – La Manzana Community […]

R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only. Contact SCPL Telephone Information if you have any questions: 831-427-7713 or elibrary@santacruzpl.org

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Sandwiches & Burgers

Attend this FREE seminar for families with children with special needs to: • Learn 6 key steps to teach children with special needs self-help, social, and life skills • Learn positive parenting strategies for teaching and encouraging new skills Register: https://bit.ly/SS-Seminar-Dec9 Presented in English on Zoom by Gladys Gómez, Community Bridges – La Manzana Community […]

A perfect way to get together with friends during the holiday season, creating beautiful bubble terrarium ornaments! You will have all the supplies needed to make 3 glass bubble terrariums to be used as Christmas Ornaments for your tree, decorations for your home or gifts for loved ones. The cost is only $30 and you’re […]

Join the Downtown Santa Cruz Library Master Architect team for an online community workshop focused on the preliminary design of the new library and overall site program for the Library Mixed-Use Project. Registration is free, but limited, so please sign up today! Register here: cityofsantacruz.com/mixeduselibrary The online workshop will be offered at three different times […]

Learn about Seacliff State Beach’s fascinating history on this 1-mile, 1-hour stroll to the Aptos Creek Bridge and back. Get the lowdown on the Concrete Ship, the development of Aptos, “The Madman of Seacliff,” and much, much more. Bring water and layered clothing. Pre-registration required at www.santacruzstateparks.as.me. Meet at the shaded picnic tables next to […]

Fish & Chips Food Truck at Steel Bonnet

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Live Music

Shop our ParkStore for thoughtful holiday gifts! All proceeds benefit our local state parks and beaches. Friends members receive 30% off on select iconic Michael Schwab park illustrations on apparel and more, plus jewelry, maps, nature guides, local history books, educational toys and other gifts that represent the natural and cultural history of our parks. […]

Join us for a family-friendly event with holiday-themed old-fashioned activities, crafts, and living history demonstrations. Step back in time with costumed docents as we turn back the clock to over 100 years ago. Watch machine shop and blacksmith demonstrations or take a tour of the 1859 Gothic Revival farmhouse and 1897 Victorian home and 1960’s […]

On this 2.5 mile family friendly walk, we’ll explore the plants, animals, and geology of our coastal bluffs. Bring water, hat, closed toe shoes, layered clothing, and binoculars if available. Meet next to park map in Wilder Ranch main parking lot. Rain cancels. Vehicle day-use fee is $10. For more information, call (831) 426-0505. Spaces […]

Are there different kinds of redwoods? How do coastal redwoods grow to become the tallest organisms on earth? Why are there so few old growth trees left? Learn the answer to these questions and more every Saturday when you take a walk through the wondrous old-growth forest with a knowledgeable and enthusiastic docent. Meet at […]

Join the circle and write a poem in a creative and supportive environment. No experience necessary. Open to all ages and levels of poets. Facilitated by poet-teacher Magdalena Montagne. Pre-registration required. Questions: Call Magdalena at 831-252-5776 or email her at magdamontagne@gmail.com.

Hey Everyone! We're now accepting online pre-orders for our Thursday 12/9, Friday 12/10 & Saturday 12/11 dinner pop-ups! Head to thepizzaseries.com to place your order! 😃 🍕

A seasonal tradition returns to Santa Cruz with the Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train. Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, roll through city streets past homes of Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Trains depart and return in front of Neptune’s Kingdom on the Boardwalk of Santa Cruz at 5:00pm, 6:30, and […]

Blues guitar

Save the date for our annual Ugly Sweater Party! Don your ugly sweater and let's party down at this Adults Only event. Live music, appetizers and lots of drink specials. $100 Bruno's Gift Card for the Ugliest Sweater winner! c

Join State Park Interpreter Dylan McManus for a tranquil morning filled with resident and migratory birds. Learn about the birds in our park and ways to participate in birding community science, receive a Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park birding brochure, and begin your hobby as an enthusiastic birder! Make sure to bring water, comfortable footwear, […]

Shop our ParkStore for thoughtful holiday gifts! All proceeds benefit our local state parks and beaches. Friends members receive 30% off on select iconic Michael Schwab park illustrations on apparel and more, plus jewelry, maps, nature guides, local history books, educational toys and other gifts that represent the natural and cultural history of our parks. […]

Join State Park Docents on an easy two-hour stroll on the mile-long Sequoia Audubon Trail through the Pescadero Marsh. Learn about the fascinating human history of the Marsh from the days of the Ohlone to the present. Discover the byways of the Pescadero and Butano Creeks as they flow through this restored marsh to meet […]

Discover what life was like a century ago on this innovative dairy ranch. This hour-long tour includes the 1896 water-powered machine shop, barns and other historic buildings. Vehicle day-use fee is $10. For more information, call (831) 426-0505. Spaces are limited and early pre-registration is recommended. Attendees are required to self-screen for COVID-19 symptoms when […]

Advisory Council of Teens (ACT) is the SCPL young adult advisory group. ACT is open to all San Lorenzo Valley young adults, ages 12-18. The main focus of the ACT is young adult services, including programs, events, spaces, and policies. This is a good opportunity for students to fulfill community service credits, obtain job skills, […]

Let us help you with your holiday List! We will be firing up the BBQ and filling the cooler for our gents night! Zinnia’s opens the door to gents only from 4-8 Our team will be available to help you with your gifting and wrapping!

Authentic and tasty Filipino family recipe including Adobo, BBQ , Dumplings and Fried Lumpia.

Fun Original & Covers

We have many talented local makers! Come see what they have to offer while you sip and shop at our Holiday event. Vendors will be announced soon. If you are a local Maker and interested in participating, please contact us to reserve your space.

We have many talented local makers! Come see what they have to offer while you sip and shop at our Holiday event. We have 27 Vendors signed up with a wonderful array of different gift ideas for purchase.

We have many talented local makers! Come see what they have to offer while you sip and shop at our Holiday event. Vendors will be announced soon. If you are a local Maker and interested in participating, please contact us to reserve your space.

A seasonal tradition returns to Santa Cruz with the Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train. Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, roll through city streets past homes of Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Trains depart and return in front of Neptune’s Kingdom on the Boardwalk of Santa Cruz at 5:00pm, 6:30, and […]