Annual Events

Ultra Beginner Line Dance Boulder Creek
Amber Blavin
Line dancing for everyone 8-90
Date: Every Mon and Th (Jan 18-May 27) at 6:00pm
Ages: 8 - 90 Admission Fees: donation or register 5 classes $20
Special Instructions: bring water, behind Hwy 9 Fire station

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

CPR Classes
Felton Fire Station
Free First Aid & CPR Classes
Date: The 1st of every month

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.

 

Mother-Child Learning Study
University of California, Santa Cruz--Psychology Department (Katie Silva)
Come be part of a leaning study with the University of California, Santa Cruz-help us learn about how kids learn from adults!
Date: Every Su, Mon, Tues, Wed, Th, Fri and Sa (Mar 1-May 31)
Ages: Moms & their 8-10 yr old child Admission Fees: We pay you $20 for your participation!
Special Instructions: Contact me Katie Silva at ksilva@ucsc.edu or by phone at 575-496-3763 to hear more about the study and to schedule a time to participate!

Hello! We are trying to learn more about what moms and kids think about how kids can learn through talking with adult family members. We are looking for moms and their 8-10 year old children to be part of a learning study with the UCSC psychology department and listen to 3 stories together and tell us your opinions about if and what children can learn in the stories. Both moms and children have enjoyed listening to the stories and telling us what they thing about them, as well as taking part in a scientific study with the university!
We would love to hear from you and find a time to meet up and hear your opinions!
Thank you so much for your interest!

Please contact us for more information about the study!
Katie Silva (graduate student researcher) & Barbara Rogoff (Professor-UCSC psychology)

Farming Camp for Kids
Crystal Bay Farm
Starts Mar 1. Have fun farming, building relationships with the land, plants, animals and farmer Lori, aka "organic farm girl".
Date: Every weekday (Jan 14-May 29) from 3:30am to 6:00pm
Ages: 7-12
Special Instructions: Farm Class Starts March 1

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

Storytime at Capitola Book Cafe
Capitola Book Cafe
All ages are welcome as Billie & Jill enjoy engaging everyone in the conversation.
Date: Every Mon from 11:00am to 11:45am
Admission Fees: Free Event

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.

Divorced Fathers Network
Divorced Fathers Network
Healthy co-parenting support
Date: Every Mon (Jan 1-Dec 31) from 7:30pm to 9:00pm
Ages: Adults

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

Teen Center Open for You
Santa Cruz Teen Center
Teen Center re-opens
Date: Every day

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

 

Day Out with Thomas at Roaring Camp
Roaring Camp Railroads
Aspiring engineers and their families can ride with Thomas the Tank Engine(TM)
Date: Every day (Jul 30-Aug 8)
Admission Fees: $18

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.

Preschool Playgroup at Redwood Elementary
Boulder Creek Rec Center
Redwood Buddies Craft and Playgroup
Date: Every Mon from 10:00am to 12:00pm

For toddlers and preschoolers. Bring the kids for this free playgroup in our wonderful Redwood Buddies Cooperative classroom. BCRPD staff participate and will integrate and structured activity.

Actively Mobile (9-18 mos) & Parents
Live Oak Family Resource Center
Date: Every Mon from 10:30am to 12:30pm
Ages: Parents & Toddlers 9-18 months Admission Fees: $20 for 6 weeks

Actively Mobile (9-18 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.

 

Free Writing Class with Author Laura Davis
Gateway Bookstore
Free writing class
Date: The 1st Mon of every month from 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Ages: Adult Admission Fees: Free
Special Instructions: Show up with a notebook and a pen!

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!

Weekly Events at the Libraries
Libraries
Ongoing Library Events
Date: Every Su, Mon, Tues, Wed, Th and Sa
Ages: See program description Admission Fees: Free

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.

 

Arabia, at IMAX
The Tech Museum
Learn about Arabia
Date: Every day (Feb 12-May 31)
Admission Fees: $10

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)