Annual Events

Minimus Latin
Educational Resource Center of Santa Cruz
Homeschool Introductory Latin Class
Date: Every Wed (Mar 10-May 26) from 10:00am to 11:00am
Ages: 8-12 years Admission Fees: $160 (12 week class)

An introduction to the Latin language and Roman history through the adventures of Minimus the mouse.

Storytimes at the Libraries
Library
Storytimes at the Libraries
Date: Every Tues, Wed and Th
Admission Fees: Free

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

 

Addresses

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

 

 

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

One on One
Cruzio Classes
One on one help with your website
Date: Every Wed (Feb 3-Jun 30) from 10:00am to 10:50am
Admission Fees: Registration fee: $99 Past class attendee. $149 all others.

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.

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.

 

Together in the Park - Felton
Mountain Community Resources
Fun for infants, toddlers and parents in the park
Date: Every Wed from 10:30am to 12:00pm
Ages: 0-5 years Admission Fees: Free
Special Instructions: Note seasonal locations

Together in the Park Playgroup: Parents and caregivers and their infant-preschool children meet for crafts, storytime, snack, parenting and play activities

 

Redwood Christian Center in Felton, November through March

Felton Covered Bridge Park, April through October. 

Call Cori for more information.

 

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)

New Moms Support Group
Dominican Education Center
Support group for new moms
Date: Every Wed (Jan 1-Dec 31) from 10:30am to 12:30pm
Ages: Babies 0-6 months Admission Fees: Free

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.

 

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.

Mothersong, A MultiCultural Singalong
Mothersong
Singalong for moms, dads grandparents and babies 0-3
Date: Every Wed and Th from 9:15am to 11:30am
Ages: Newborn - Preschool (Parents to Admission Fees: Adults $5-$10, Babies 0-3 free
Special Instructions: Two Sessions: 9:15am & 10:30am

Mothersong- A Multicultural Singalong for Families with Babies

Babies! Bring your parents for a joyous hour of singing, dancing, clapping and joy with Joya Winwood.

Adults/$5-10  Babies (0-3)/FREE

Wednesdays & Thursdays 9:15 & 10:30 

Unity, 407 Broadway, Santa Cruz 

Together in the Park - Watsonville
Watsonville/Aptos Adult Education
Date: Every Wed from 9:30am to 12:30pm
Ages: 0-5 years

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.

 

Las Madres y Los Padres
Live Oak Family Resource Center
Date: Every Wed from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Ages: pre-scholares y sus padres

Una reunion semanal para ninos pre-escolares y sus padres o guardians. Juegos creativos, canciones, cuentos, educacion y apoyo para los padres, todo es conducido en Espanol. Live Oak Family Resource Center.

 

 

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

 

Public Roller Skating
Santa Cruz Roller Palladium
There's nothing like a good skating session to expend good energy!
Date: Every Su, Tues, Wed, Th, Fri and Sa
Ages: All Admission Fees: Afternoon $5.50, Evening $6.50

Bring your own or rent skates. Fun for the entire family! Call to verify times around holidays.

 

Tuesday & Thursday  3:30-5:30pm $5.50 per skater

 

Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 7:30-10pm, $6.50 per skater          

 

Tiny Tots W 11:15am-12:30pm $3.50 per skater

 

Saturday & Sunday  2-4pm, $5.50 ;er skater

 

Prices include quad skate rental.  In-line skates available at additional charge of $3.00 per pair.

 

For Party information see our listing under Activities Resources > Roller Skating.

Kids Climb
Pacific Edge Climbing Gym
Let our staff belay your kids, ages 6 to 12. Parents must stay at Pacific Edge while their children climb.
Date: Every Wed and Fri from 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Ages: 6 and up Admission Fees: $15.50 for the class

$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*