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Experience "Arabia" at the Hackworth IMAX Dome Theater http://www.thetech.org/imax/
Saturday, Feb 20 12:00p Other Dates & Times
Travel to the exotic and fascinating land of Arabia. Embark on a learning adventure in an extreme desert environment. Celebrate the Islamic golden age of invention. Discover one of the most powerful, yet least understood regions on Earth today.
Explore the ancient tombs of a lost city; dive through the reefs of the Red Sea; and experience the the largest gathering of people on Earth. Discover an extraordinary culture and experience modern day Arabia. Price includes admission to regular galleries of The Tech Museum.
$10 (includes admission to The Tech Museum excluding special traveling exhibitions)
408) 294-TECH (8324)
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Celebrate National Poetry Month in April with a Poem About Mom -
Contest For Children 12 and Under
The poetry contest topic is to write about "mom." Children may choose to write any topic about his or her mom - why they love their mom, why their mom is important, what makes their mom special. The poem must be 50 words or less. Poems are due by 5:00 PM via email April 30th to Marci Bracco. Winner will be announced on May 5th, 2010. For more information, click here.
Learn tools for gaining ease & happiness for your family.
Practice ways to support children at home, school, & social events.
Share struggles & joys of parenting in a safe, supportive environment.
Active learning physics, chemistry, biology and geology activities designed just for kids. Essential concepts, special activities and higher level thinking skills. Shows kids can learn so much more than most of us think.
From the award winning nonprofit education foundation, Outdoor Science Exploration / Classroom Science Fun
A top teacher with OSE/CSF, Irvin teaches 100+ popular science classes every year.
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Ultimate beginner line dance classes start with the simplest coordination dance moves, and then slowly progresses to more advanced coordination dance moves. The class format program uses Val Meyers indicative absolute beginner's program. Each classes has at least 20-30 minutes of dancing and a dance lesson. Dance technique help footnotes are added in the lessons where needed. Class environment is relaxed, low key, and intended for play, fun, and exercise. Come get some exercise while having great fun! No partner needed to dance in line dance.
Check videos out for demonstration and instruction on the website.
5 week classes on Mondays or Thursdays cost $20 or drop in $7
6pm Ultra Beginner level (for those creating a coordination level)
7pm Advanced Beginner (recommended for those that have taken Ultra session 3x)
Session 1
Mondays Jan 18, 25, Feb 1, 15, 22; Thursdays Jan 21, 28 Feb 4, 18, 25
Session 2
Mondays March 1, 15, 22, 29 April 5; Thursdays March 4, 18, 25 April 1, 15
Session 3
Mondays April 19, 26, May 3, 17, 24; Thursdays April 22, 29, May 6, 20, 27
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Volunteers Needed!
Rancho del Oso Nature and History Center is looking for enthusiastic volunteers. As a State
Park Volunteer, you can help us by hosting the Nature and History Center on weekends, or
help special events come alive. For more information, please call (831)-427-2288.
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Make this Halloween memorable with a visit to Very Postmortem: Mummies and Medicine at the Legion of Honor in Gallery 1.
Archaeology meets technology in an exhibition drawn from the permanent collection of the Fine Arts Museums that explores the modern scientific examination of mummies and provides new insights into the lives of ancient Egyptians. Very Postmortem presents a forensic portrait of the mummy of Irethorrou, who returns after 65 years on loan. As part of the exhibition, a CT-scan of the Irethorrou mummy taken by scientists at Stanford Medical School sheds light on his possible cause of death and physical attributes. A variety of ancient artifacts accompany the mummy that date from approximately 664-525 B.C., Egypt's final era of greatness during the Late Period from the 26th Saite Dynasty. For more information, click here.
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Guided Elephant Seal Walks
December through March By reservation only. Winter is the prime season to view thousands of elephant seals, including newborn pups, their mothers, and bulls. Ano Nuevo State Reserve is home to a large colony of Northern Elephant Seals. The seals come ashore to give birth and mate from mid December through March.
Walks last about 2.5 hours, and consist of a moderately strenuous 3 mile hike over sand and sloping terrain. Be prepared for windy, rainy conditions, as well as muddy trails. Layered clothing, sturdy shoes, and hooded rain gear are recommended. Bring bottled water for drinking as there is none available during the walk.
Reservations guarantee your space!
Public Seal Walks operate daily for individuals, families, or groups. Children 3 and under are free, and do not need a ticket. Children age 17 and under require one adult chaperone for each 10 children.
Open Walk tickets also are sold at the Reserve on a first come first serve basis and cannot be reserved. These tickets are made available at the beginning of each day to visitors arriving at the Reserve without reservations. Ticket availability is limited. The price for the walk is $7.00 per person.
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American Red Cross Public Blood Drive
Call 800-GIVE-LIFE (800-448-3543) or go to RedCrossBlood.org to schedule an appointment. One donation can help save the lives of up to three people.
March 01, 9am-2pm, West Marine, 500 Westridge Drive, Watsonville
Donation Types: Blood, Double Red Cell Donations
Mar 04, 12pm - 5pm, 220 Elk Street, Santa Cruz
Donation Types: Blood, Double Red Cell Donations
Mar 17, 12-5pm, 220 Elk Street, Santa Cruz
Donation Types: Blood, Double Red Cell Donations
Pacific Collegiate School, Mar 26, 9-2pm, 255 Swift Street. Santa Cruz, CA
Donation Types: Blood, Double Red Cell Donations
March 01, 9am-2pm, West Marine, 500 Westridge Drive, Watsonville
Donation Types: Blood, Double Red Cell Donations
March 26, 1-6pm, Felton First Presbyterian Church, 6090 Highway 9, Felton
Donation Types: Blood
Realistic Acrylic Painting by Laurie Longenecker depicting familiar places that residents experience daily
Colorful Ceramic Wall Sculptures celebrating nature's elegant forms by Beth Sherman Photography from travels around the world by Leon Canerot
Monotypes and Paintings of birds and nature imagery by Anita Heckman
Whimsical 3-dimensional Sculptures by Nora Sarkissian
Child's Month Pass includes:
*Introductory Basic Safety Class for one adult
*One month membership for one child
*Shoe and harness rentals for the month
ALL FOR ONLY $50
Basic Safety Class offered:
Thursday 7-9pm
Saturday and Sunday 10:30am-12:30pm and 1-3pm
*Use of gym for the child(ren) only
*Add a second child for $20
*Age restricted 6-11 years
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New Class! Tap/Ballet Combo Ages 3-5 yrs
Tuesday 2:30pm, Wednesdays 4:30pm, Saturdays 9:30am and 10:30am
Free class the week of January 9th-13th
*For beginning dancers - a half hour of tap, followed by a half hour of ballet, with a brief break to change shoes and rest.
*Tap and ballet basics
*Fundamentals of dance and movement
*Developing spatial awareness, coordination skills and concepts of left and right
*Dress: tights, leggings or shorts, with a leotard, unitard, shirt or tank top
*Hair back in a bun, braid or ponytail
*Tap and ballet shoes are pertinent for the class (not required for the first class, please no street shoes as we wish to avoid outside debris and dirt to make contact with the dance floor)
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Rain Forest WeekendRain Forest Weekends
Learn about California's own rain forest...its forests of coastal redwoods. Roaring Camp is offering weekend excursions of the Rain Forest by rail January 2 to March 28. Located in the Santa Cruz Mountains just a few miles from the ocean, the forest flourishes in moderate temperatures and a year-round water supply provided by frequent Pacific systems and dense fog.
Roaring Camp CEO Georgiana Clark says, "In winter, California's rain forest is most dramatic. Storms whip branches; foliage glistens; and the air is filled with the aroma of California bay laurel and tanbark oak." As guests ride at branch level through a virgin forest by steam train, fascinating information about the California coastal redwoods and forest eco-system is revealed.
Trains operate at 12:30 pm Saturdays and Sundays plus Monday, January 18 & Monday, February 15.
Kid friendly asana
Relaxation techniques
Yoga play
Movement to music
Read alouds
Yoga games
These 1 hour classes give kids a way to have a peaceful, loving impact while learning to tune in.
No Class 2/15 (President's Day)
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Preschool Playgroup, weekly at Redwood Elementary School
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Transport into parallel universes of the past and future! Connect with iconic Star Trek moments and characters and celebrate the creative spirit of science fiction that gave rise to many of today's modern marvels.
This exhibition will be spread across more than 15,000-square-feet and features all five television series and eleven films that span over 40 years.
STAR TREK: THE EXHIBITION - the world's most comprehensive collection of authentic Star Trek objects - features over 200 artifacts including:
* An authentic replica of the bridge from the U.S.S Enterprise NCC-1701 as featured in the original Star Trek television series
* Iconic gadgets from the Star Trek universe: a tricorder; a phaser, and a communicator - all from the original series. Devices that have inspired innovators of today.
* The actual shooting model for the Borg Cube, as seen on Star Trek: The Next Generation, Voyager and in the movie Star Trek: First Contact
* A chance to ride through a Star Trek adventure in a full-motion flight simulator (extra fee)
* And lots, lots more!
Monday - Wednesday: 9am-5pm; Thursday - Sunday: 9am-8pm
December 24: 9am-5pm Closed December 25
Special Extended Holiday Hours
Halloween, Oct 31 open 9am-10pm
Friday, November 27 - 29: 9am - 10pm
December 19 - January 3rd 9am - 10pm
Last ticket sold 1 hour and 15 minutes before closing.
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Art in the Alvarado Gallery "Celebrating Monterey"
featuring the Independent Photographers group.
Opening Reception January 29, 2010, 5:30-7pm
Founded by Al Weber and Cole Weston in 1996, the Independent Photographers is a group of talented peninsula photographers who gather monthly to show their art, discuss technique and debate virtues of equipment. Upon opening a new decade, IP is ‘Celebrating Monterey' with twenty-five of their members displaying images of the people, places and spirit of Monterey County. The visions are diverse but are united by love of their home and devotion to their craft.
Bixby Bridge by Chester Ng
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Local parenting author, and former GUISC columnist, Laura Davis, offers a free writing class the first Monday of the month at Gateways Bookstore. You don't have to be a "writer" to come. Explore your own creativity, record some family stories, get a chance to express yourself!
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Lively readers Billie Harris and Jill Rose read stories every Monday at 11am. Enjoy lunch in the cafe as well! Kids & adults listen to animated readings by former Shakespeare Santa Cruz actress Billie Harris and the fun-loving, boisterous Book Cafe manager Jill Rose.
Guest readers may include the joyful Dana Werdmuller and various local children's book authors.
All ages are welcome as the readers enjoy making sure all listeners are engaged in the stories.
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All aboard for Thomas and Friends! Thomas the Tank Engine(TM) rolls into Roaring Camp Railroads in Felton, Santa Cruz County, on July 30, 31 and August 1, 6, 7, 8.
This fun-filled family event offers aspiring engineers and their families the opportunity to ride with Thomas the Tank Engine(TM), meet Sir Topham Hatt(TM), and take part in a variety of interactive activities. Themed entertainment includes Thomas and Friends(TM) storytelling, puppet shows, bounce houses, train exhibits, an Imagination Station(TM) with face painting, temporary tattoos, and more.
The 25-minute Thomas The Tank Engine(TM) train excursion travels along the scenic San Lorenzo Valley River Gorge and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. Trains depart from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily.
This event is expected to sell out so advance ticket purchase is recommended. Call TicketWeb at 1-866-468-3399 or log on to www.roaringcamp.com.
Tickets $14- $18
Parking at Roaring Camp is $8 per car.
Santa Cruz County Bank Arts Collaborative celebrates the installation of its 25th show, Man's Best Friend, which showcases 13 area artists' depictions of the playful nature of dogs. Man's Best Friend is an artistic sequel to the popular Unleashed show installed as a tribute to the Year of the Dog in 2007.
Exhibiting Artists: James Aschbacher, Wendy Ballen, Penny Brozda, Constance Chandlee, Michael Eckerman, Janet Fine, Jan Gregorius, Qui-ming Hay, Robley Levy, Roberta Loach, Marvin Plummer, Stephanie Schriver, Elizabeth Williams
Opening Art Reception: Wednesday, January 27th 5:30pm - 7pm at Santa Cruz County
Monday through Thursday 9am-5pm, Friday 9am - 6pm excluding Holidays.
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Explore what archaeologists do: how they survey sites, excavate artifacts, date their findings, and interpret how past cultures lived. We'll also look at ourselves in relation to the past and future!
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Santa Cruz Teen Center
Stop in at the Santa Cruz Teen Center. Drop in for recreational activites such as pool, ping pong, air hockey, Xbox 360, Wii, movies, internet, music and chill space. Also pick up our current calendar to see what's happening for teens in Santa Cruz. The Teen Center sponsors dances, band nights, special events, day and overnight trips, sports and outdoor events in addition to daily activities.
Tuesday through Thursday, 2:00 - 8:00, Friday and Saturday 2-10
Homework Help: Tuesday - Thursday, 4:30 - 5:30
Computer Lab: 10 computers available daily
For more information, call 420-6237 or email teencenter@ci.santa-cruz.ca.us, or visit the Teen Center's MySpace Page www.myspace.com/santacruzteencenter
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Premier Development Programs - Tryouts required
Attend one or more PLAYDAYS for PLACEMENT in Catalyst PDP PROGRAM!
Saturday, February 27 @ Aptos Jr. High
Under 9 age group will be from 9am - 11am
Under 11 from 12pm - 2pm
Under 13 from 3 - 5pm.
Skill Builders: Boys and Girls ages 6-13
Sundays starting April 11, for 8 weeks, excluding Mothers' Day | Cost: $125
Boys and Girls, Under 9: 9-11am
Boys and Girls, Under 11 and Under 13: 12-2pm
Little Skill Builders: Boys and Girls ages 4-6
Mondays starting April 5, from 4-6pm for 8 weeks | Cost: $125
High School: Boys and Girls ages 14-18
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays starting the week of April 5
from 4:30-6pm for 5 weeks | Cost: $85 for 5 sessions (one day per week);
$110 for 10 sessions (2 days/week),
$200 for 15 sessions (three days per week)
Goalkeeping: Boys and Girls ages 6-11 and 12-17
Sundays starting April 11, from 3-5pm for 8 weeks, excluding Mothers' Day | Cost: $125
Online Registration Flyer & Mail-in Registration
First Aid/CPR Classes
Starting in January, these classes are free and ongoing. Call the fire station, 335-4422, to sign up for the next available class.
* CPR Monday:
o The first two months of each quarter
o The 4th Monday from 6:30 to 9:30 PM
* First Aid/CPR
o Every third Month
o Probably the 3rd Saturday. Call the fire station for the date.
Ongoing Events at the Libraries
(See separate calendar entry for Story Times)
Check the Library Calendar or call to confirm events.
Libraries are closed Fridays.
Sundays
Chess Instruction with Gjon Feinstein 2pm Central, All levels for students up to 18 years old. Contact coach@santacruzchess.com or call 425-7835 before attending for the first time.
Mondays
Knitting @ the Library 3pm Scotts Valley, Learn to knit or bring your knitting and enjoy a friendly visit with other knitters. If you are new to knitting, please bring: needles (size 8 10" straight needles or a 24" circular needle) and one skein of worsted weight yarn in your favorite color. Ages 8-108
Tuesdays
Business Brownbag 11:45am-1pm Central Search Engine Optimization - Free, however advanced registration required thru www.santacruzchamber.org
Aptos Youth Chess Club 3:30-4:30pm Aptos, All youth ages 6 and up are invited to play chess and learn the game.
Homework Help 4-5pm Garfield Park Improve your grades or just stay ahead of the game! Live homework help in all subjects every Tuesday from 4-5pm. For more info, call Diane at 420-6344.
Wednesdays
Russian at Lunch 11:45am-12:45pm Branciforte Practice your conversational Russian. Call 420-6330 for more information.
Teen Book Discussion Group 3:30-5pm Garfield Park Meets the first Wednesday of each month. Call Catherine to sign up or for more info, 420-6344.
A Novel at Lunch 12-1pm Branciforte Join us for a lively book discussion. For more information, phone Branciforte Branch at 420-6330
Teen Craft 2-3pm Garfield Park Library, Join us the third Wednesday of every month for crafty fun! Ages 12-18.
Booktalkin' 4:30-5:30pm La Selva Beach This book discussion group for 10 - 13 year olds meets on Wednesdays. Call Heather at (831) 661-4770 for more information.
Thursdays
Homework Help 4-5pm Garfield Park Improve your grades or just stay ahead of the game! Live homework help in all subjects every Tuesday from 4-5pm. For more info, call Diane at 420-6344.
Adult Book Discussion Group 10:30-11:30am La Selva Beach, Adult book discussion group meets monthly to discuss contemporary fiction, making selections based on the preferences of individuals in the book group. Join us by dropping by, or call (831) 661-4770 for more information.
Young Adult Book Discussion Group Branciforte 3:45-4:45pm
Join us to discuss a Young Adult book. Call Branciforte Branch at 420-6330 for this month's title or for more information.
Saturdays
Crafts For All Ages 1-4pm Branciforte Join us for a craft project-all ages welcome.
Divorced Fathers Network 7:30-9pm. FREE. Ongoing Mondays. Divorced Fathers Network provides non-adversarial techniques to achieve healthy co-parenting through a support group network. Kerry 234-5578; David 458-9147
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At Crystal Bay Farm we want kids to have the opportunity to have fun farming and to build relationships with the land, plants and animals, as well as with the farmers.
*Learn where our food comes from
*Harvesting, transplanting, planting seedlings
*How to prepare fresh yummy foods w/ farm produce
*Team building
*Daily hikes (up to 2 miles or as little as 1/4 mile)
*Learn about native plants
*Learn local farm history
Reserve your space now for Farm Class Starting March 1st from 3:30pm - 6pm
For details call 831/ 724-4137, Ask for Lori
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Storytime for school aged children. Tuesdays 7pm
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Storytime for babies 0 to 17 months. Pregnant parents are welcome too!
Tuesdays 10:15am
30-40 minute storytime for 3 - 6 year olds
11am-12pm New PRESCHOOL Open Gyms EVERY Tuesday and Wednesday. Just $10/person.
30-40 minute storytime for 3 - 6 year olds.
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Join Spring Hill families at the annual Family Science Night! There will be fun science activities for everyone. Visitors welcome. Classrooms will be open. Meet the teachers and see why science is a big deal at Spring Hill!
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30-40 minute story time for 3 - 6 year olds, Tuesdays 11:15am
Observe classes in session, learn about the Waldorf school curriculum, and experience our extraordinary K-8 program. Parents of prospective K-8 students are welcome and encouraged to attend. Reservations are recommended. Call 831.425.0519 x222. www.scwaldorf.org.
About Santa Cruz Waldorf School
The Santa Cruz Waldorf School is a K-8 AWSNA/WASC accredited private school with two campuses in Santa Cruz.
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There is more to parks than sand and swings! This class is a drop-in play group for parents and young children. Come meet other parents, get information about parenting and child development and have fun learning with your child. Class will not meet if it rains the day of the program. If it is cloudy, class will meet. Class dates subject to change. This class is ongoing throughout the year the year. Start anytime!
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Autism/ Aspergers Support Group
Autism/Aspergers Support Group Meeting 7:30pm. Meet with other parents for support, networking and information. First Tuesday of each month. This group will be a place to exchange ideas, make friends and be around others who understand the feelings and unique challenges that accompany raising a child on the Autism spectrum. The group is supported by the Special Parents Information Network (SPIN). No RSVP necessary.
The next several meetings will be Jan. 5, Feb 2, March 2, April 6, May 4 and June 1.
For more information or to be placed on the email list, contact cecilyruttenberg@gmail.com
No RSVP necessary. Just Show up!
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Cafe Mom meets on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month. Location for 1st Tuesdays are 101 Madison St FBC Watsonville. Free childcare is available so you can enjoy uninterrupted adult conversation! Location for 3rd Tuesdays are playdates at rotating parks throughout mid to South County.
Cafe Mom welcomes any mom!
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Birth Center Tour ~ Call to register. Dominican Hospital offers a tour of its Family Birth Center every Tuesday, 6:30-7:30pm at no charge. Please call 462-7741 or 462-7709 to register. The entire family is welcome.
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Visit a working marine laboratory. Exhibit halls, aquarium, touch tanks, tours to marine mammal research overlook, Ocean Discovery Shop, and unsurpassed vistas of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Hold a sea star - marvel at the world's largest whale skeleton - see full-size elephant seal sculptures - think like a scientist!
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Adult $6 Student or Senior (64+) $4 Child (4-16) $4 Members visit free everyday! UCSC undergraduates with valid ID - free |
2010 Free Days (Quarterly)
March 2, June 1, September 7, December 7
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Tuesday Morning Walkers in Henry Cowell
Library Storytimes
Tues
Branciforte Baby Storytime10:15am; Scotts Valley Preschool Storytime 10:15am; La Selva Beach Storytime 10:15am; Capitola Storytime 3-6 yr olds 11:15am; Felton Natalie's Afternoon Stories 3:30pm
Weds
Central Preschool Storytime 10:15am; Boulder Creek Preschool Storytime 11am; Capitola Laptime 1-3 yr olds 11:15am
Thursday
Scotts Valley Toddler Storytime 10:15am; Live Oak Preschool Storytime 10:15am; Central Laptime 10:15am; Felton Preschool Storytime 11am
Aptos, 7695 Soquel Drive, 420-5309
Boulder Creek, 13390 West Park, 420-5319
Branciforte, 230 Gault Street, 420-6330
Capitola, 2005 Wharf Road, 420-5329
Central, 224 Church Street, 420-5700
Felton, 6299 Gushee, 420-5339
Garfield Park, 705 Woodrow, 420-6344
La Selva Beach, 316 Estrella, 420-5349
Live Oak, 2380 Portola Drive, 420-5359
Scotts Valley, 230-D Mt. Hermon Road, 420-5369
30-40 minute storytime for 3 - 6 year olds
Wednesdays 10:15am
Laptime/Storytime for toddlers 18 months to 3 years old. This is a 20 minute program.
Santa Cruz Children's School Open House 4-5pm. First Tuesday of each month.
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Baby Sign Language gives babies the opportunity to communicate long before they can verbalize their wants and needs. More than 20 years of evidence-based research shows that signing with babies accelerates language acquisition, reduces frustration and aggressive behavior, and as children mature, results in a greater interest in reading. Start signing with your baby today and deepen the bond between you and your child.
Our six-week playgroup is a fun opportunity for parents to build their signing vocabulary with themes like mealtime, animals, colors, family, bedtime, and more. Two different playgroup series are offered for an increased opportunity to practice and build your signing vocabulary. One is called Playgroup Zoom and the other is called Playgroup Boom. Parents have only to take one series to have a strong command of baby sign language. Both Playgroup Boom and Playgroup Zoom include the essential basic starter signs and vary in the more advanced vocabulary. Parents are welcome to enroll in the alternate series, if not just for the fun of it, but also to strengthen and increase their signing vocabulary. It is recommended that participants enroll in the Introductory Workshop prior to taking a playgroup series. You are welcome to bring your baby, but it is not required.
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$15.50 per child and $2 for shoe rental.
$108 for an 8 day punch card, add shoe rentals for $14 per card.
Classes are limited to eight climbers.
Reservations can be made by phone and are recommended. (A Visa or MasterCard is needed to make phone reservations).
*All participants must have a waiver signed by parent or guardian on file and wear socks with the rental shoes*
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Overwhelmed by social media? Learn time-saving tips, which services to prioritize and how to manage your online communications to build your brand, improve customer service, increase revenue and even get your writing into the hands of readers and agents. It's time to join the revolution: let Karen help you get started on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter, three of the top social media services.
Wed, March 3: Facebook
Demystify the difference between Facebook groups and Facebook fan pages and discover how they can help your business grow. We'll also review basic features of Facebook.
Wed., March 10: LinkedIn
Learn how to improve promotion with profile pages on yourself and your business. Plus, leverage the power of the groups on LinkedIn.
Wed., March 17: Twitter
Have you started tweeting? You'll learn secrets to setting up your account, what to tweet about and time-saving tips. This service is a must!
Karen Kefauver is a freelance journalist and social media consultant. She has spoken at the Apple Store in Los Gatos, the Santa Cruz Chamber of Commerce and Capitola Book Café. Her passion for social media tools has helped promote her writing career. Karen's stories and photos on adventure travel and endurance sports have been published in San Jose Mercury News, San Francisco Chronicle Magazine and at Orbitz's Away.com. For more info, visit: www.karenkefauver.com
Cost: $30 per workshop or save by registering for 3 classes for $60. Handouts included.
Limit: 20 people
Register: Call Capitola Book Café at 831.462.4415 or visit the store. Prepayment required.
Questions about class content? Email Karen@karenkefauver.com
'All Disabilities' Parent Support Group for any parent of a child with any type of disability
Meets the third Sunday of every month.
From 2:00-4:00pm @
Sutter Maternity and Surgery Center
2900 Chanticleer Ave., Santa Cruz
NOTE: Child care will NOT be provided at these meetings.
Contact Nancy Winans at 423-7713 to RSVP or for more info.
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Santa Cruz County Foster Parents Make A Difference... One Child At A Time!
The first step in becoming a foster and/or adoptive parent is to attend an orientation. The orientation is designed to review the child welfare system and to give you a chance to have your questions answered by child welfare staff. Active foster and adoptive parents will also be there. Application packets for Foster Care will be distributed at this meeting.
The English-language orientation meetings will be held the first Wednesday of every month in Room 206, 1400 Emeline Avenue, Santa Cruz. To register for one of the meetings and for directions please call 454-4375.
Four Ways to Change a Life
1. Be a Foster Parent: Open your heart and home to a child in need. Training is available. For more information, call 454-4375.
2. Be An Adoptive Parent: Provide a permanent, loving home to a foster child through adoption. For more information, call 454-4044.
3. Be A Court Appointed Special Advocate: Advocate for a foster child's best interests inside and outside the courtroom. For more information, call 761-2956.
4. Be A Donor: The foster care system does its best to provide life necessities, but youth often lack birthday gifts, sports uniforms, and other items many children take for granted. Help fill the void by making a monetary donation to the Youth Resource Bank or by joining the Foster Parent Association. For more information call: Youth Resource Bank 689-9609 and Foster Parent Association 426-9673
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You've taken a class from Cruzio, but maybe you need a bit more help. Why not come in and let the experts give you a hand?
Use the Cruzio One on One to:
* Work on your Web site, whether it's been created in Joomla or WordPress. Add features such as a photo gallery, perform template customizations, and more
* Perfect your ecommerce store-we can help you with your ShopSite!
* Master Cruzio services such as Webmail, Control Panels, or Junk Mail Filtering
You'll have access to one of our experts who can give you advice, offer recommendations and point you in the right direction. Use one of our computers or bring your own. Register today by clicking below. If you would like a full tutorial, look at our regular class schedule.
We are also available at other times. If you would like to schedule a One on One at a different time, please contact Cruzio Classes.
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Parenting is at the center of our lives, and our worries, frustrations and struggles with it can take up a lot of space. This daytime series aims to support parents in applying NVC principles to foster connection and compassion with our children, our coparents and ourselves. Seeking to grow our capacity for honesty and empathy in order to meet both our kids' needs and our own, we'll use exercises and roleplays to unwrap habits that get in the way of our being the parents we want to be. We'll use Respectful Parents; Respectful Kids as our "text", and will give weekly optional homework from that book to deepen your learning and integration.
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After-School Program:
Especially designed for younger climbers (ages 8-10), Rock Stars is a 6 week introduction to indoor rock climbing. Each class session is packed with climbing games and other fun activities, all closely supervised by our caring staff. Instruction includes basic movement techniques and establishing safe climbing habits.
Class meets once a week, Wednesdays from 2-4 pm or 4:30-6:30 pm.
$132 cost includes shoe and harness rentals.
Wednesdays: Feb 24 - Mar 31
All participants are required to have a parent-signed Pacific Edge liability waiver on file by the first day of class.
Registration for this Rock Star Series occurs through Pacific Edge.
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Learn how to do Origami with our Japanese teacher, and learn some Japanese at the same time
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Together in the Park is a free program with an opportunity for parents to experience activities with their young children and gain new information on child development and community resources. Come when you can, stay as long as you can. Join us for some fun. You may register at the park. Snacks provided.
30-40 minute storytime for 3 - 6 year olds
Wednesdays 11am
Crafts, songs, snacks and parenting tips! Parents and caregivers and their infant-preschool children meet for crafts, storytime, snack, parenting and play activities at Redwood Christian Center in Felton, November through March and at Felton Covered Bridge Park, April through October. Call Cori at 335-6605 for more information.
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New Moms Support Group Discuss common concerns with other new moms. An opportunity for new moms and babies to get together, meet other new moms, and discuss common concerns. Focus is on moms with babies under six months of age. Meets on drop-in basis every Wednesday 10:30am to 12:30pm in the Dominican Education Center.
No fee. No pre-registration is required.
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Circle time, crafts and parenting information
Empowering Families in Creating a Rich Jewish Tradition
Why wait for summer camp? Come explore alongside your children at Camp Shabbat. Experiential learning activities, hikes, social action, services, & celebration for young children, youth, & families. Please refer to our Monthly Camp Shabbat Schedule for themes that guide our Saturday programs.
January's theme will be the holiday of Tu B'Shevat - Honor the Trees, as we explore the themes of connection to the earth and growth through the cycles of life.
Typical Morning Schedule
Come as you can - come to some or come to all of the morning...But come!
9:30-10:00 Bagels & Schmooze
10:00-10:20 Community Gathering
10:30 - 11:15 Shabbat Program
Preschool Program w/Parent (ages 3-5)
School-Aged Program (ages 6-9+)
Student Service Preparation (ages 9-12+)
For Parents: Meaningful Judaism for your Family
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Together in the Park Playgroup
Parents and caregivers and their infant to preschool children meet for crafts, story time, snack, parenting and play activities at Redwood Christian Center in Felton, November through March, and at Felton Covered Bridge Park, april through October. Call Cori at 335-6605 for more info. For information in Spanish call 335-6603.
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Valley Parents Baby Group
Together in the Park Playgroup-Parents and caregivers and their infant to preschool children meet for crafts, story time, snack, parenting and play activities.
Redwood Christian Center in Felton, November through March
Felton Covered Bridge Park, April through October.
Meets Wednesdays from 10:30 am-12:00 pm.
Call Cori at 335-6605 for more info.
For information in Spanish call 335-6603.
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Laptime for toddlers 18 months to 3 years old. This is a 20 minute program.
Stories for 30-40 minute storytime for 3 - 6 year olds.
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30-40 minute storytime for 3 - 6 year olds. (Ends on 12/14).
Laptime for toddlers 18 months to 3 years old. This is a 20 minute program.
10:15 am
Lolly Tree Toys invites you to visit! Story Days!
Reading Circles - Thursdays at 11 am
Come join us for a reading of some of our favorite stories. Most stories are also followed by a related activity.
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Valley Parents Baby Group-Parents and babies meet at Mountain Community Resources in Felton, October through May and at Felton Covered Bridge Park, June through September at 10:00 am for playtime and chatter.
Parenting helps and information provided. WIC appointments can be set up monthly at MCR before or after baby group. Call Romina at 335-6604 or Susana at 335-6603.
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Flashback Flix at Cinema 9
Jump back in time for classic films on the big screen.
All Seats $5
3/04 - Star Trek: The Wrath of Khan
3/11 - Rosemary's Baby
3/18 - Gladiator
3/25 - The Usual Suspects
4/01 - Mary Poppins
4/08 - Spaceballs
4/15 - Dr. Strangelove
4/22 - Galaxy Quest
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This FREE item ranges from hot chocolate and marshmallows to vegan donuts to hot dogs...come find out what this weeks special offering is!
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Wonderful, amazingly popular concert series presents William Hurlstone, Béla Kovács, Robert Schumann Michael A. Kimbell, clarinet and Elizabeth Lee, piano Meeting in Central's upstairs meeting room. Come early so you can get a seat!
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English Country Dance Class - Ongoing class. Second and Fourth Thursday of every month. Offering the traditional fare you've come to expect from our group: lively dancing, stirring tempos, a welcoming atmosphere for beginners, assorted comic antics, occasional laughter, and musicians that will play 'till the cows come home.
Teacher is Michael King.
For more information about Santa Cruz English Country Dances call Michael: (831) 426-8621.
All musicians are welcome in the open band.
2nd and 4th Thursdays from 7:00 to 9:30 PM - no dance 4th Thursdays in November or December.
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An activity class for families using Story of the World as their history curriculum. Outside reading is required.
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Kinship Group-A support and information group for grandparents, relatives and friends providing a home for a child. Free. Meets 1st and 3rd Thursdays from 6:30-8:00 pm at Mountain Community Resources, Felton. Childcare is provided. Call 335-6600 for more information.
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There is more to parks than sand and swings! This class is a drop-in play group for parents and young children. Come meet other parents, get information about parenting and child development and have fun learning with your child. Class will not meet if it rains the day of the program. If it is cloudy, class will meet. Class dates subject to change. This class is ongoing throughout the year the year. Start anytime!
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Farm Day
Day on the Farm features farming practices and home chores as they were done in the first half of the 20th century. All events take place at AHP's site at the entrance to the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. The hay ride wagon will offer continuous rides to the west hay field where Fred Silva's draft horses will be employed to cut and rake oat hay. You or your children can try your hand at raking and stacking the hay.
The main AHP site will have multiple demonstrations, animals and children's activities. There will be goats, an ewe and maybe some lambs. You can also pet a miniature steer and horse. You can learn to make candles, a rope, butter or ice cream. You can also pound some iron with blacksmith John Carter.
The famed Rodgers' House will be open for tours. Hot dogs, chips, soda or water will be available for a reasonable cost.
Day on the Farm is a free family oriented event. Donations to AHP are always appreciated to help cover the cost of this event. Free parking is available on the fairgrounds next to the Rodgers' House.
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Play time in the Party Room!
Come play with three pounds of Play-Doh, make your own jewelery, stamp until your heart is content, paint a picture & much more. Come to our drop-in party room and see what we're offering
Fun for all ages & free with the price of admission.
Ultimate beginner line dance classes start with the simplest coordination dance moves, and then slowly progresses to more advanced coordination dance moves. The class format program uses Val Meyers indicative absolute beginner's program. Each class has at least 20-30 minutes of dancing and a dance lesson. Dance technique help footnotes are added in the lessons where needed. Class environment is relaxed, low key, and intended for play, fun, and exercise. Come get some exercise while having great fun! No partner needed to dance in line dance.
Check videos out on the website: dancebecauseyoucan
$5 for drop in Scott's Valley senior members and $6 for non members
Thursdays 11am
January 21, 28; Feb 4, 18, 25; March 4, 18, 25; April 1, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 20, 27
no class 2nd Thurs of month
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Lucky Steppers is a Plus level club that meets in Santa Cruz, California. We dance on Thursday nights from 6:30 until 9:30 PM. Our caller is Harold Fleeman.
6:30 - 7:00 -- Round Dance Teach, taught by Sue and Phil Harris
7:00 - 8:30 -- Beginner Class
8:30 - 9:30 -- Club Dance (Plus Level)
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The knitting starts at 4:45pm. Stay as long, or as little, as you like. Come in and show off your latest project - finished or not - and admire the projects of others. Knitters and crocheters - we've even had tatters - are all welcome. We have experts as well as beginners - come for help if you need it, help others if you can. These meetings definitely have the potential for good karma...
Hope to see you there!
Thursdays will be SECOND and FIFTH in April;
returning to FIRST and THIRD Thursdays, but I'll have to skip the FIRST in May, so we'll go with the THIRD Thursday in MAY.
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Free weekly playgroup for children (all ages) and their caregivers who want to learn more about this parenting approach which is both intuitive and supported by over 50 years of child development research.
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Chess Club - Led by Dana Mackenzie
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Quilters is an award-winning musical performed by an all-female cast, including youth and adult actors from the local community. "Quilters" is the story of a pioneer woman and her six daughters, and blends a series of interrelated scenes into a mosaic of patches, or "blocks", of a quilt that capture the sweep and beauty, the terror and joy, the harsh challenge and abiding rewards, of frontier life. This show contains mature content that may not be suitable for all audience members.
March 5-14, 2010 (2 weekends only)
Friday and Saturday 7pm, Saturday and Sunday 1pm
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6:00pm-7:30pm New Open Gyms EVERY Friday. The last friday of each month is for ALL ages so bring the whole family! Just $10/person or $35/Family.
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Come join us for story time with a twist! Our vision is to make stories come to life by exposing children to the arts and creative expression. Each week your child will enjoy themed stories and songs/finger plays as well as a related activity.
We have a heart not only for children, but families too! Come ready to learn, laugh, and grow with your child. After story time stay awhile, let your child play, and get to know some other parents. We want to build a community that can support and encourage each other.
Children ages newborn to 5 years old are welcome. Story time starts at 11:00am followed by free play until 12:30. We have tons of fun toys, slides, and a small bounce house! Creative Play is always free and everyone is welcome!
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Join us every Friday for an interactive, themed story time from 11-11:30 followed by free play with tons of toys until 12:30. We read stories and then participate in related activities like gymnastics, dance, sports, music, and art. Check out our website for more info and a calendar. Always free and everyone is welcome!
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Toddlers (18-30 months) & Parents Support Classes combine the elements of a playgroup, support group and a chance to learn more about your child's development. Come meet other parents and children, observe and discuss child development and build confidence in your parenting skills. Enjoy seeing your child interact with other children and explore an environment set-up with them in mind. Classes are facilitated by experienced and friendly teachers.
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Together in the Park is a free program with an opportunity for parents to experience activities with their young children and gain new information on child development and community resources. Come when you can, stay as long as you can. Join us for some fun. You may register at the park. Snacks provided.
Rainy Days: Corralitos Community Center, 33 Browns Valley Rd, Corralitos
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Game Day
Bring friends and family of all ages, eat popcorn and play chess, checkers, dominoes, Yahtzee and other board games.
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Play Time in the Party Room!
Did you miss this play time on Thursday afternoon? Come Friday morning instead! Come play with three pounds of Play-Doh, make your own jewelery, stamp until your heart is content, paint a picture & much more. Come to our drop-in party room and see what we're offering
Fun for all ages & free with the price of admission.
Open 10-5 Monday-Saturday, 12-5 Sunday, Closed Wednesdays
Adults & Children $7.00, Children under 2: Free
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Contra Dancing, or Traditional New England Folk Dancing, involves couples dancing in two facing lines while following the direction of a skilled dance caller. Snack potluck during the break. Wear clean dance shoes.
8 p.m. at the Felton Community Hall, 6191 Hwy 9. Beginners are welcome and invited to arrive by 7:40 for an introductory lesson. $10 general/$9 members/$6 students. Please wear clean shoes. More information at www.SantaCruzDance.org.
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Always open for visitors Saturdays 10-1 and Sundays 12-2, weather permitting
We welcome you to our beautiful facility with immaculate barn, well maintained all-weather arena, and green grounds. Come with your children and let them experience what it would be like to work with a calm, well-trained horse.
Learn how to groom, feed, care for and ride a horse. Meet western and english instructors, and Sunday watch a demonstration of vaulting on horses!
Western, English, Vaulting!
Carlos and Sherrie Chavez
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Mission Tours-Saturdays
Come to Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park for a tour that reveals the history of Santa Cruz's oldest building. This is the only remaining section of the original Santa Cruz Mission. Find out about the lives of the people who lived and worked here over 200 years ago. The event is FREE.
The park is open Thursday through Saturday from 10:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. The Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park is located on School St. off of Mission and Emmet Street in Santa Cruz. Please call (831) 425-5849 for more information.
*Please note: The Santa Cruz Mission is closed on Sundays until further notice.
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$15.50 per child and $2 for shoe rental.
$108 for an 8 day punch card, add shoe rentals for $14 per card.
Classes are limited to eight climbers.
Reservations can be made by phone and are recommended. (A Visa or MasterCard is needed to make phone reservations).
*All participants must have a waiver signed by parent or guardian on file and wear socks with the rental shoes*
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French Broom is one of the nastier, exotic plants that take over our natural habitats. Join the CNPS Habitat Restoration Program and park volunteers to help remove these unwanted plants from the park trails. Your help with this project will improve the natural system of the park as well as its beauty. Tools will be provided. Bring work gloves, water and lunch.
3/6 & 20, 4/3 & 17
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Guided Tours of the Ancient Redwood Grove
Enjoy one of California's most scenic hikes on this one hour guided walk among the tallest living things on earth, the coastal redwoods. A park docent will share local lore and ecology as you refresh your spirit among 1,000 year old redwood trees. This trail is also stroller and wheelchair accessible.
OPEN WEEKENDS ONLY 2 for 1 Unlimited Rides! 11a to 6p
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SC Astronomy Club observation night at Bonny Doon Airfield*
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1/9 - 7:09pm 1/16 - 5:16am 2/6 - 5:39pm 2/13 - 5:46pm 3/13 - 6:14pm 3/20 - 7:20pm |
4/10 - 7:39pm 4/17 - 7:45pm 5/08 - 8:04pm 5/15 - 8:10pm 6/05 - 8:25pm 6/12 - 8:29pm |
7/03 - 8:32pm 7/10 - 8:30pm 8/07 - 8:09pm 8/14 - 8:05pm 9/04 - 7:33pm 9/11 - 7:22pm |
10/02 - 6:50pm 10/30 - 6:13pm 11/06 - 6:06pm 11/27 - 4:52pm 12/04 - 4:51pm 12/11 - 4:52pm |
The Santa Cruz Astronomy Club serves all communities in Santa Cruz County, California and neighboring areas. Our emphasis is telescope observing, family participation, and public enjoyment of the wonders of the starry night.
*Required advance contact. See website for details.
Tours of the Monarch Grove. Tours of the Monarch Grove-
All Saturdays and Sundays in January at 11am and 2pm
Monarch butterfly season is winding down, but if you head over to Natural Bridges, you may be able to see a few before they are gone. The monarchs are migrating from their over-wintering sites heading north, south and east. Public tours are offered on weekends and no reservations are necessary, or you may call 423-4609 to arrange a tour for a group of 10 or more. Meet at the Visitor Center for the hour-long program.
Park Restoration Troop- All Sundays from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Your help is needed with Park Restoration! We meet every Sunday from 3-5 pm. Projects vary with the weather. As a team it is enjoyable to weed, water, or plant, while knowing that your efforts are helping protect the park's plants and wildlife.
Co-sponsored by California State Parks and the Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks
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Hummingbird Days
Join us for the Arboretum's annual celebration of the many hummingbirds that feed, mate and nest in the gardens. Activities for bird lovers of all ages.Hummingbird Days
Saturday and Sunday. Rain or shine.
8 am: birdwatching tour. Sign up by calling 427-2998. Leave a message, if necessary with your phone number;
10-4: Main activities, crafts, plant sales, and gift shop open. Crafts tables staffed by Alpha Kappa Delta Phi and other volunteers. Periodic, unscheduled tours led by ornithology students. Hummingbird programs and videos in the horticulture building. The library will be showing off its bird books.
11am: Tour human uses of California native plants.
11am: Stories by Phyllis Norris.
Noon: Tour California native plants that attract hummingbirds.
2pm: Tour Australian plants that attract hummingbirds.
2pm: Stories by Harriet Talan.
UCSC Arboretum, High Street above Western Drive.
Read more about hummingbirds>>>>>
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Birding
Elkhorn Slough supports 346 diverse species of resident and migratory birds. On a recent ESF member birding walk, participants spotted more than three dozen species in a short time frame. It's no surprise that the slough is recognized as a globally important birding area. Keep track of your sightings by downloading a bird sightings list from our website. Tip: An expert birder leads a free early morning birding walk at 8:30am on the first Saturday of each month at the Reserve.
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The History of Wilder Ranch: A tour of the Historic Ranch Buildings
Discover what life was like a century or more ago on this innovative dairy ranch. The hour long tour includes the newly renovated 1854 Meder house, the 1897 Victorian home, 1896 water-powered machine shop, barns and other historic buildings.
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Living History Demonstrations Some Saturdays and Sundays, 11am-3pm, Call!
History comes alive at Wilder Ranch State Park on many weekends. Come for a picnic or a stroll, and you'll also find Victorian lawn games for your enjoyment. If you smell something delicious, check to see what's cooking in the historic ranch house. Look for quilting demonstrations, blacksmithing and other activities that are presented by volunteer docents. Activities vary depending on volunteer availability. Call (831) 426-0505 for more information.
On Feb. 22, learn about hand quilting with master quilter, watch blacksmithing.
On Saturdays Feb 14 & 28 learn about Meder family voyage to California.
Call (831) 426-0505 for other days and activities.
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Leonard Pitt, Paris Postcards: The Golden Age
"Leonard is completely legitimate, he's impregnated with Paris. He sees things that we don't see."--Le Figaro.
The beloved guide to the streets and stories of Paris, American Leonard Pitt (The Walks of Lost Paris) returns with a stunning volume of historical postcards featuring the City of Light. The invention of the postcard in the nineteenth century revolutionized communication. France produced a million postcards a day and collecting became a worldwide craze. The unique artwork plus the personal messages penned to love ones on the back together rekindle the experience of a Paris now lost to time.
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HERE COMES THE CIRCUS
FUCIK, Entrance of the Gladiators
STRAVINSKY, Fair from Petrushka
COPLAND, Hoe-Down from Rodeo
AND MORE
The symphony orchestra has many well-trained acts, just like a circus!! Come and explore the different instrumental sections of the Santa Cruz County Symphony with special guests the Santa Cruz County Youth Symphony and members of the Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre as they demonstrate the many thrills that music can make.
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Family Chess Day
All levels, including beginners are invited to attend. Students who have never played chess are asked to contact Gjon before joining the class. Please e-mail Gjon at coach@santacruzpl.com or call 425-7835 for more information. 2-2:45 ages 8 years and younger and their families 3-4pm ages 9-18 years and their families
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Make your own rainstorm with this handmade percussion instrument. Designed for ages 2 - 10 (we have 2 versions of the craft available). Check www.lollytreetoys.com for more details
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Taught in collaboration with the California Rare Fruit growers, this hands-on workshop will cover the basics of grafting fruit trees. Come "make and take" a fruit tree! $15 Friends of the Farm & Garden members; $20 general public, payable the day of the workshop; free for members of the California Rare Fruit Growers. No pre-registration necessary. Questions? Call 831.459-3240 or send an email.
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The symphony orchestra has many well-trained acts, just like a circus! Comae and explore the different instrumental sections of the orchestra with specail guests- the Santa Cruz County Youth Symphony and members of the Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre- as they demonstrate the many thrills that music can make.
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Join Eric Feuss from the Santa Cruz Bird Club for a leisurely hike through Quail Hollow Ranch in search of our fine, feathered friends. No previous birding experience is necessary. Bring warm clothing, comfortable walking shoes, and drinking water, with optional binoculars and field guide.
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Pooches in the Park is a unique opportunity for Santa Cruz dog lovers to showcase their pets in an environment that fosters education, advocacy, and fun. This event is a multi-agency collaboration in association with the Santa Cruz County Parks Department as well as Santa Cruz Animal Control Services, Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA), Supporters and Helpers of Arts, Recreation and Parks (SHARP), and the Sheriffs Department - K9 Unit. This event is entirely free to the public.
The Santa Cruz County Animal Services 'Adopt-a-thon' is an excellent opportunity to highlight Santa Cruz County's hard working animal advocates and of course the animals. The 'Adopt-a-thon' gives the public and their animals a chance to discover the wonderful services this agency has to offer, and the opportunity to adopt some of the County's adoptable dogs! The Santa Cruz County Animal Services (SCCAS) 'Adopt-a-thon' features a continuous presentation of the animals available for adoption, as well as working animal demonstrations, animal rescue groups and training experts.
There will be lots of activities for everyone to enjoy--contests, performances, demonstrations, kids' activities, rescue organizations and specialty vendors. A costume and pet trick contest, low cost vaccinations, free micro-shipping, animal rescue groups, pet vendors, pet gifts, training experts, grooming services, and delicious animal and human food will be available.
The County Parks Department appreciates any type of dog related donations for the event for both the free raffle or to be included in the "doggie-goodie bags" which will be handed out to the first 500 people to attend the event. Donations can be mailed to the address provided below or they will be gladly picked up if within Santa Cruz County.
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SC Twins Club 7pm. FREE. Second Thursday of the month. Share experiences with other mothers of twins. Dominican Hospital, Rm 1, Soquel Ave, SC. 439-9817
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Families are invited to an hour-long admissions information session and campus tour for prospective students in grades 6-12 at Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School, 425 Encinal Street in Santa Cruz.
To rsvp go to www.tinyurl.com/kirbyrsvp/ or call (831) 423-0658×202 or email gbkadmissions@kirby.org. Applications for 2010-2011 are currently being accepted.
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Meet with other homeschooling parents on the second Monday of the month to discuss joys and challenges in a supportive environment. This free support group takes place on the second Monday of every month from 7-9pm. (No pre-registration required.)
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Join spinal expert Dr. Ian Chambers, a Santa Cruz based chiropractor who has worked with thousands of people worldwide with many physical conditions over the last decade to help them create greater overall health and live healthier lives through Network Spinal Analysis. Discover how a healthy spine can improve structural function, reduce physical restrictions, restore flexibility, boost immune function and enhance mental-emotional wellbeing. See a live demonstration of how Network Spinal Analysis works to can help your body release. Learn simple exercises to reduce tension and stress in your body and mind and receive a complementary computerized spinal stress check.
Pre-registration is required. Register at www.newleaf.com or call 831.466.9060 x 126.
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Families are invited to an hour-long admissions information session and campus tour for prospective students in grades 6-12 at Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School, 425 Encinal Street in Santa Cruz.
To rsvp go to www.tinyurl.com/kirbyrsvp/ or call (831) 423-0658×202 or email gbkadmissions@kirby.org. Applications for 2010-2011 are currently being accepted.
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Have your health questions and concerns answered by local health care practitioners. Meet with Dr. Aimée Shunney, Naturopathic Doctor. No appointment necessary.
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Family Shabbat Gathering
Chadeish Yamenu Jewish Renewal Community with Rabbi Eli Cohen. 3rd Friday of each Month. All Families Welcome! Family Shabbats are informal, relaxing, fun and a comfortable place for kids and parents. Come to part or all.
6:00-6:30: Munchkin Minyan -A special service for families with toddlers & young children
6:30-7:30: Family Shabbat Dinner- Bring a vegetarian main-dish or side-dish to share
7:30-8:30 : Family Shabbat Service, Shabbat Sing & Story-telling.
Tour Mount Madonna School and discover what brings parents & students up the mountain: visit classes in session, tour the facilities and appreciate the wonder of this inspiring natural environment.
An introduction to the Latin language and Roman history through the adventures of Minimus the mouse.
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Linda & Charlie Bloom, Secrets of Great Marriages: Real Truth from Real Couples about Lasting Love
Local relationship therapists, international lecturers and authors, Linda and Charlie Bloom interviewed couples who have been married an average of 30 years to illustrate the essential qualities required for extraordinary relationships. Sharing intimate and often surprising details, the stories together impart valuable insight into the secrets of lasting love and will enrich any committed partnership. An inspiring follow-up to 101 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Got Married.
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Why pay a designer a fortune when you can build a great looking website yourself? Let Cruzio's friendly instructors show you how!.
In just three hours, you'll learn how to:
* Create pages, without needing to know HTML
* Create your own content
* Add your own graphics
* Build a blog
* Customize the look and feel with great themes
Get the knowledge necessary to build and customize your site to your liking. As soon as the class ends, you'll be able to pick up where you left off on your home computer.
Along the way, you'll be learning WordPress, an easy-to-use, award-winning content management system used by big names such as Ebay, Best Buy, Yahoo, MTV, Ford, Wall Street Journal, CNN, Harvard Law School and more.
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Kids Club is a monthly event featuring a variety of entertainment including crafts, music, puppet shows, prizes as well as educational shows about child fitness, health and safety.
Kids Club is FREE and is open to all children ages 12 and younger. Membership forms may be picked up at Guest Services, located near the front entrance or at kids club events.
Hop on over to Kids Club for Elmo's Festive Easter Show!
The fun begins with Easter Singing and Dancing with Elmo and a Funny Bunny Puppet Show. Before the show there will be an Easter Egg Magnet Craft and a Bunny and Chick Easter Basket Craft. After the show there will be a fun Easter Candy Hunt for everyone throughout the mall! See you here at Kids Club for Spring Time Fun with Elmo!
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Acupuncturist Martha Benedict and Pediatrician Therese Trolan present FREE workshops for parents. Lectures emphasize nutrition, herbs, and lifestyle choices.
September 10, 2009: Back to school and immune support
November 12, 2009: Childhood illnesses
January 14, 2010: Shortcuts to nutritional meals
March 11, 2009: Healthy pregnancies and first years
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Babysitter Training with CPR
In this 2 session, 10.5 hour course for ages 11-15 ONLY, students learn Child and Infant CPR, how to interview for a babysitting job, make responsible decisions, supervise children and keep kids safe. Skills taught include: Child CPR, Infant CPR, rescue breathing, first aid for choking, first aid for bleeding, and basic care (diapering, holding, feeding, dressing) for infants and small children. A Babysitter's Safety Kit including first aid supplies, flashlight & emergency forms is given to each student.
Certificate: Babysitter Training (no expiration), Child and Infant CPR (1 year)
This is a two part class. Students must attend BOTH sessions to pass.
Fri, Jan. 8, 4:30- 8pm & Sat, Jan. 9, 9-3:30pm
This 2-session class meets every month on the 2nd Friday, 4:30pm and 2nd Saturday, 9am. F 12-13, Mar 12-13, Ap 9-10, May 7-8, June 11-12, July 9-10, Aug 13-14, Sept 1-11, O 8-9, Nov 12-13, Dec 10-11
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A Midsummer Night's Dream is the theme of this year's Aptos Academy's fundraiser which features hors d'oeuvres, wine tasting, dinner, and silent and live auctions. The venue will be transformed into a magical and romantic setting for a fabulous night out! The funds raised by this annual event will support the not-for-profit school's tuition assistance and arts-enriched programs. For ticket information, call 831-688-1080 or visit www.aptosacademy.org
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What can you do to help your child become a reader? For parents of pre-readers and beginning readers of all ages.
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Join Phyllis Endicott for her last science class of the season and learn about Ph balance, cooking chemistry and other chemical reactions in this hands-on, fun and engaging class. Each student works with their own experiments as they learn about the basics of chemistry. For ages 7 and up.
To register, call 454-7941 or visit scparks.com. Program # 7602
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Naturopathic Doctor, Holly German will present ideas for providing your children with the right ingredients for optimal health and wellness. Topics will include: environmental toxicity factors, food allergies, nutrient deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, detoxification and chelation, food as medicine, herbal treatments, and homeopathic remedies. Pre-register by calling 831-466-9060 ext 126 or at www.newleaf.com.
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Santa Cruz Derby Girls, Season 3
Santa Cruz Rollergirls was established in 2007 by women who had a dream to bring the sport and art of roller derby back to Santa Cruz. Now established as a non-profit, they are known as the Santa Cruz Derby Girls. These bouts promise loads of action and lots of cheering. For more information, please visit www.santacruzderbygirls.org.
March 13th (H) Bombshells v CCRD
March 27th & 28th (A) Dustbowl Invitational, Bakersfield, CA
April 10th (H) Hellcats v SINtral Valley
April 16th & 17th (A) Dust Devil Tournament, Tucson, AZ
May 15th (H) Bombshells v BADG. Oakland Outlaws
May 22nd (A) Hellcats v San Diego
June 19th (A) Bombshells v BADG, San Francisco ShEvil Dead
June 26th (H) Hellcats v Mission City
July 17th (H) Bombshells v TRD Iron Curtain
July 24th (A) Hellcats v Syndicate Roller Girls
Aug 21st (H) Hellcats v Undead Betty's
Sept 11th (A) Hellcats v Fresno Valley Fever
Sept 25th (H) Bombshells v OC Roller Girls
Oct 23rd (H) Double Header - SCDG v SVRG
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Come join us for an afternoon of fun and educational activities in nine languages. See how our method works and how easily you, your family and friends can learn a second language. You will have a chance to learn origami, play Chinese Bingo, listen to our Arabic teacher play the Oud, make Ojo de Dios and learn how to count in German. And if you visit all stations you might get to taste some delicacies from some of the ten represented countries.
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Santa Cruz Montessori is hosting a preschool/kindergarten open house Saturday March 13th from 10:00 am to noon at the main campus at 6230 Soquel Drive in Aptos.
Prospective parents are welcome to bring their children ages 3-5 to meet the teachers and explore the classrooms.
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Selling on Ebay - Clicks and Mortar, not just Bricks and Mortar
Part of the"Business 2.010" series of free, hour-long workshops designed to support small businesses. Pre-registration required. Register Now!
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Thursday, April 8 (11:45 AM-1:00 PM)
# Search Engine Optimization - Can your customers find you?
Thursday, May 13 (11:45 AM-1:00 PM)
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Thursday, June 10 (11:45 AM-1:00 PM)
# Quickbooks -- the very basics
Thursday, July 8 (11:45 AM-1:00 PM)
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Thursday, August 12 (11:45 AM-1:00 PM)
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Thursday, October 14 (11:45 AM-1:00 PM)
Basic Internet Class (3:00 PM-4:30 PM)
Location: Central Branch
Come learn how to use the internet. We'll talk about the basics of navigating the web. No computer experience necessary
Make your own lucky rainbow for St. Patrick's day and brighten up room with its array of colors. Can be simple or more intricate, so good for ages 3-10. Check www.lollytreetoys.com for more details.
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Downtown Santa Cruz Antique Street Faire, "Original" Downtown antique faire.
Vendors offer an eclectic blend of antiques and unique items, so come and check it out! Weather permitting.
2nd Sunday of every month, from 9am-4pm.
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Grab your knitting needles and yarn, and head out to Quail Hollow Ranch County Park to learn the versatile art of knitting. Sarah Pierce, park docent, will guide you in an afternoon of fun and practical knitting skills as you learn the basics of this rewarding pastime. Bring a skein of yarn and needles size 9-12. Class size is limited. Sign up by calling 831-335-9348.
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For Parent of Students: Overcoming Homework Obstacles & Difficulties With Education Specialist Anita Harten-Koeber
Does your bright student earn poor grades? Looking for ways to make homework time more positive and successful? In this workshop parents will be given strategies to help students build skills for school success. Common issues such as procrastination, poor planning, and overreliance on parental help will be addressed. Even students earning good grades often need help to create a less stressful and drama-free homework time. You can guide children to success while at the same time improving the quality of home study time and reinforcing positive parenting. Recommended for parents of students grades 3-9. Further sessions to come.
Anita Harten-Kroeber, M.A. has over 35 years of experience ranging from working with students in classrooms or individually. She is an Education Specialist committed to providing parent education and support.
Cost: $20, Limit: 15
Register: Call Capitola Book Café at 831.462.4415 or visit the store. Prepayment required.
Content questions? Email soquellearningspecialist@yahoo.com
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Finger Babble Play Class is a fun way for you and your child (up to 2 years old) to learn sign language together. Communicate with your child sooner, reduce frustration, develop early cognitive and linguistic skills, and get a peek into their little minds before they can speak. Join us and see what all the fun is about.
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Programa preescolar "El Jardin"
Fechas para 2010
Casa abierta para familias interesadas
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You may have a great Web site, but if your customers can't find you through a search engine, it won't do you much good . Let Cruzio's friendly instructors help your ranking by showing you how to:
* Learn what Google and other search engines do to determine ranking.
* Use proven techniques and strategies to improve your visibility.
* Use keywords properly and effectively.
With the knowledge you gain, you'll be well on your way to rising to the top of the search results.
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Free Wednesday, Third Wednesday of every month, brought to you by The Bernard Osher
Free admission is available to visitors on the third Wednesday of every month, through the generosity of The Bernard Osher Foundation. Admission is on a first come, first served basis, and early arrival is recommended due to the likelihood of high demand. Also, please note that final entry to the museum on free days is 4pm and, finally, that there will be no members-only entrance on Free Wednesdays.
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After-School Program:
Especially designed for younger climbers (ages 8-10), Rock Stars is a 6 week introduction to indoor rock climbing. Each class session is packed with climbing games and other fun activities, all closely supervised by our caring staff. Instruction includes basic movement techniques and establishing safe climbing habits.
Class meets once a week, Fridays from 4-6 pm.
$132 cost includes shoe and harness rentals.
Fridays: March 19 - April 30
All participants are required to have a parent-signed Pacific Edge liability waiver on file by the first day of class.
Registration for this Rock Star Series occurs through Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation.
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Magnifying the Slough, Friday, March 19th, 6:30-9:00pm
Magnifying the SloughBack by popular demand for a 2nd year! Spend an evening in Elkhorn Slough's education lab illuminating our tiniest residents - microscopic organisms like the charismatic Hydroid (pictured). Relive your biology class days as you peer at amazing unseen slough life under our high-powered microscopes. New this year, Reserve researcher Kerstin Wasson will share information about all the great research conducted at the slough. Free for all members of the Elkhorn Slough Foundation and a guest. This event will fill up, so RSVP today!
March 19 Magnifying the Slough
March 28 Bird Watching Walk
April 10 Spring Nature Walk
April 15 New Member Sunset Walk
April 24 Stewardship Circle Member Event
May 22 Kayak Tour of the Slough (additional cost)
June 11 Stewardship Circle Member Sunset Walk
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Learn techniques of fly-casting, fly-tying and more at this fun-filled fly fishing workshop. Bring any gear you have (although some will be available to borrow) and a sack lunch and let the members of the Santa Cruz Fly Fishing Club open your eyes to the conservation practices and the joys of fly fishing.
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The Santa Cruz County SEPTA is a group of parents, teachers and community professionals striving to improve the education, social interactions, and recreational opportunities of their children with special needs.
The Santa Cruz County Special Education Parent Teacher Association (SEPTA) is organized for the specific purpose of providing information and support to parents of children with special needs. Our all-volunteer organization includes parents of children with disabilities in local preschools, elementary schools, high schools, and in private schools who meet to learn more about special education in Santa Cruz County. We sponsor workshops, informational meetings, discussion groups, legislative lobbying efforts and a variety of other activities to help improve our childrens' education. Our mission is to foster communication, share information, and help our children become active and successful participants in our community.
Who belongs to the Santa Cruz County SEPTA? Parents just like you. Even though your child is like no other, there are hundreds of parents in Santa Cruz who are going through the special education process in much the same way that you might be going through it. We are always learning from each other.
Come to a meeting and join us in making the special education experience a positive one for all our children!
Effective Communication: Listening Is the Key with Eunice LeMay author of Listen Up!
Enjoy less frustration and more cooperation, which in turn will lead to less stress and more success at work and in personal relationships. Author and speaker Eunice LeMay has realized the importance of good communication in all situations. Now she is devoted to informing others about its benefits by teaching a new employee training classes for Santa Cruz Public Library and numerous Listen Up! seminars. She will guide workshop participants in 'listening' to gender, cultural and generational differences.
Cost: The purchase of Listen Up! How to Communicate Effectively at Work ($16.95 plus tax) from Capitola Book Café. Advance purchase of book and sign-up encouraged.
Limit: 12
Register: Call Capitola Book Café at 831.462.4415 or visit the store. Prepayment required.
Content questions? Email business@papiliopublishing.com
Camp SEA Lab staff will host this special family sleepover event to enjoy the Aquarium after hours. We offer fun activities throughout the evening and will include a special behind-the-scenes tour! We'll end the evening with a light bedtime snack followed by songs and games in true Camp SEA Lab style! In the morning, wake up with fishes and enjoy a continental breakfast in the Portola Restaurant.
The New Choir, a 30-voice chamber choir rooted in the Bay Area's Korean community, will present a unique program of music showcasing a wide range of repertoire from the Renaissance to our own time. The concert is presented by the Santa Cruz Chorale.
Join New Choir director Eileen Chang and the choir for anthems and madrigals by Renaissance masters Monteverdi, Des Prez, Guerrero and Sweelinck, Romantic pieces by Delius, Stanford, Grieg, Rhienberger and Brahms, and Hebrew Love Songs by contemporary California composer, Eric Whitacre.
Rounding out the program will be Spirituals and folk songs from Haiti, the Phillipines, India and Korea, including the dramatic story of valiant Koreans defending their homeland from invasion in a powerful setting by California Korean composer, Nah-kum Paik.
The New Choir will be joined by the Santa Cruz Chorale under their director, Christian Grube, for a performance of Heinrich Schütz Psalm 100 for double choir.
The New Choir is preparing for their tour of Korea in June and this program will preview their tour offerings. Come, celebrate the Spring Equinox with the delightful, fresh sound of the New Choir.
Tickets are available at the door, by calling (831) 427-8023, or at the Chorale's website www.santacruzchorale.org. Ticket prices are $20 for general admission, $18 for seniors, and $5 for students with valid ID.
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Children's Clothing Swap
Children grow so fast that a clothing swap could come in handy. Children's clothes from birth to size 5 will be available at Kids Korner clothing exchange. Those who don't have clothes to donate may feel free to pick up what they need.
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6:00pm-10:00pm New Date Night EVERY third Saturday of the month. Enjoy an evening out while the kids burn-off some energy in a safe and fun environment. Just $40/person and $10/sibling. Discounts available.
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Contra Dancing
Contra Dancing, also called Traditional New England Folk dancing, involves couples dancing in two facing lines while following the directions of the dance caller. Each dance is about 10 minutes long, after which everyone changes partners.
Come alone or bring friends. Wear dance shoes or clean, non-marking soft-soled shoes to save the floor and your feet. It is a fragrance-free event - no perfumes or scented after-shave, please. Snack potluck during the break around 8:30. For more information call 831-464-0877 or email paul@santacruzdance.org.
$10 General
$9 TDSC/MCDC members
$6 Students
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Make a quirky bird that flies behind you as you run. Great for ages 3 - 10. Check www.lollytreetoys.com for more details.
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Many people are frightened of them, but bats are valuable members of the natural world. Come to Quail Hollow Ranch to learn about the fascinating world of bats and see live, tame, local bats up close during this PowerPoint presentation. Monique Lee, bat rehabilitator and educator, will introduce you to this amazing world of bats and answer all your bat questions.
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Prospective students and their parents are invited to attend the Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School Open House for grades 6 through 12 at 425 Encinal Street in Santa Cruz.
This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know more about Kirby and its excellent academic and exceptional arts programs. Talk with faculty and students, listen to student musicians, tour the campus, and peruse curricular, art and athletics fairs. To rsvp go to www.tinyurl.com/kirbyrsvp/. For more immediate information or to schedule a student shadow call (831) 423-0658 ×202.
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Jack Bowen, If You Can Read This: The Philosophy of Bumper Stickers
Tuesday, March 23 at 7:30pm
"If Ignorance Is Bliss, Why Aren't More People Happy?"
"At Least the War on the Environment Is Going Well"
"Don't Believe Everything You Think"
Long before blogs and tweets, people were telling the world how they felt in brief, blunt bursts of information plastered on the backs of their cars. Whether they're political or religious, controversial or corny, these boldly lettered mini manifestos are declarations of who we are, where we stand, and what we'd rather be doing. But as noted by philosopher Jack Bowen (Dream Weaver), these drive-by one-liners in fact create a wise, funny and truthful discourse on the human condition. Head of the Stanford Summer Philosophy Camp and interviewed along with Richard Dawkins in an upcoming documentary titled "The Nature of Existence," Bowen is an energetic, entertaining speaker.
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Isn't it about time you offered your products online? Whether you're a business owner selling sprinklers, or a band selling music, Cruzio's ecommerce solution, ShopSite, can work for you. Learn from our friendly instructors, Jessi Hance & Bruce Emond, how to:
* Add products, set pricing and setup shipping.
* Add images and graphics.
* Customize the look and feel with built in templates, or find out how to add a product to any Web page, anywhere!
* Merchandising options with coupons, associates, auctions, and more.
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World Affairs Book Club
This month's selection is Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide (Knopf) by Nicholas D. Kristof and Sheryl Wudunn. Read the book and join the discussion.
In Half The Sky, readers undertake an odyssey through Africa and Asia to meet the extraordinary women struggling there. The award-winning authors help us see that the key to economic progress lies in unleashing women's potential, and they make clear how we can each do our part to make this happen.
Welcome to the Santa Cruz Jazz Festival
Founded in 1984, the SCJF is an annual event that brings middle schools, high schools and college bands from throughout the western United States to the seaside vacation paradise of Santa Cruz County, California for a long weekend of sun, surf & jazz.
Hosting 66 big bands, 22 jazz combos and 16 vocal jazz ensembles for two days and two nights of top-notch clinics and musical performances on 6 stages, the SCJF maintains a hometown feel while serving up professional level jazz to fans from throughout the central coast of California.
The SCJF also contracts a professional jazz musician as the yearly ‘Guest Artist' to perform and to also present Master Classes. Recently, we have featured jazz drummer Jeff Hamilton (Diana Krall Band), tenor saxophonist Donnie McCaslin and guitarist Mundell Lowe. This year we proudly present trumpet and brass phenom ALLEN VIZZUTTI.
The SCJF is open to the public and we encourage our friends and fans to attend a variety of concerts and to sit in on several of our outstanding Master Classes presented by pro jazz musicians. And we have kept the cost down; an all-festival pass is only $10. That's two days and two nights of the best jazz this side of the Sierra.
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2010 SPRING PRODUCTION, PETER PAN
A musical based on the play by James M. Barrie
Lyrics by Carolyn Leigh, Betty Comden and Adolph Green. Music by Mark Charlap and Jule Styne
Directed by DARIA E. TROXELL
Musical Direction by ARINDAM KRISHNA DAS
Choreography by NADIA LEWIS
COME FLY WITH US!
So many wonderful characters to play in this musical adaptation of J.M. Barrie's beloved story about the boy who doesn't want to grow up. Featuring Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, the children Wendy, Michael and John, pirates and Indians, and embellished with show-stopping songs, "Never Never Land", "I Won't Grow Up" and "I'm Flying".
March 26 - April 3
Friday and Saturday 7pm ~ Saturday and Sunday 1pm
Thursday, April 1 @ 7pm
Louden Nelson Community Center
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24th Annual Santa Cruz Kayak Surf Festival
The Santa Cruz Kayak Surf Festival will attract the best kayak surfers from around the globe to compete in new paddle surf craft designed specifically for this event, which is the longest running and largest kayak surf contest in the world. World-renowned Steamer Lane point break in Santa Cruz will be the competition zone for all events, with booths set up during the day and parties and surf kayaking videos at night. New this year is a College Team Surf Challenge.
Competition heats begin at 7:00 am on Mar. 26, and award ceremonies wrap things up at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Mar. 28.
Come on out and watch the largest kayak surfing competition in the world!
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