FEATURED EVENTS
Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
https://givebutter.com/awkwardAwkward Pet Portraits 2026 Orders close January 31 Digital portraits delivered February 14 Awkward Pet Portraits is a joyful, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks, expressions, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. Some portraits […]
Mystery Box Monday at MOD
Santa Cruz Children's Museum of Discovery MOD 1855 41st Ave #10, Capitola, CA, United StatesMystery Box Monday at MOD Mondays, 3pm Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, artist, and problem-solver! Reserve your spot at sccmod.org/fun Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, […]
Santa Cruz SPCA – PAWS 1
Santa Cruz SPCA 2601 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz (Live Oak), Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesPromoting Animal Welfare with Students (PAWS) Juniors Mondays 4-6pm Pre-Teens Tuesdays 4-6pm PAWS has two different levels. PAWS 1 is for students just starting out our PAWS program and who are still learning to be comfortable around animals and still learning to work in small groups. You can sign up for this session if your […]
Santa Cruz SPCA – PAWS Program – Tier 1
Santa Cruz SPCA 2601 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz (Live Oak), Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesSanta Cruz SPCA - PAWS Program - Tier 1 March 2-16: Mondays, 4-6pm for Juniors 7-9 yrs. old March 3-17: Tuesdays, 4-6pm for Pre-Teen 10-12 yrs. old Promoting Animal Welfare with Students (PAWS) PAWS has two different levels. PAWS 1 is for students just starting out our PAWS program and who are still learning to […]
Postpartum Support Group
Virtual CA, United StatesPostpartum Support International NEW SUPPORT GROUP! Postpartum Psychosis (PPP) is rare. It occurs in approximately 1 to 2 out of every 1,000 deliveries. After a PPP survivor's symptoms have been stabilized, peer support can be an important tool for recovery. Because PPP occurs less often than other perinatal mood disorders, survivors can go their […]
You Can Paint! Tuesdays 10am-1pm
Palace Arts 1501-K 41st Avenue, Capitola, United StatesYou Can Paint! Tuesdays, 10 am to 1 pm, and 2 pm to 5 pm through August Learn to paint in a fun, friendly setting — our beautiful classroom space at Palace Art. You can paint any subject that interests you. I’ve got lots of images for you to choose from, if you’re looking for […]
5 Week 3D Entrepreneurs Club – Toy Design with 3D Printing Workshop (Ages 8–12) Tues Sept. 2-30
Londen Nelson Community Center 301 Center Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States5 Week 3D Entrepreneurs Club – Toy Design with 3D Printing Workshop (Ages 8–12) Tuesdays, 4–6pm September 2 – 30 A 5-week hands-on program where kids ages 8–12 team up to design their own toy or product—and discover how the 3DE Club helps young innovators build early entrepreneurial and leadership skills through 3D modeling and […]
Santa Cruz SPCA – PAWS 1
Santa Cruz SPCA 2601 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz (Live Oak), Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesPromoting Animal Welfare with Students (PAWS) Juniors Mondays 4-6pm Pre-Teens Tuesdays 4-6pm PAWS has two different levels. PAWS 1 is for students just starting out our PAWS program and who are still learning to be comfortable around animals and still learning to work in small groups. You can sign up for this session if your […]
Santa Cruz SPCA – PAWS Program – Tier 1
Santa Cruz SPCA 2601 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz (Live Oak), Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesSanta Cruz SPCA - PAWS Program - Tier 1 March 2-16: Mondays, 4-6pm for Juniors 7-9 yrs. old March 3-17: Tuesdays, 4-6pm for Pre-Teen 10-12 yrs. old Promoting Animal Welfare with Students (PAWS) PAWS has two different levels. PAWS 1 is for students just starting out our PAWS program and who are still learning to […]
Tales to Tails Downtown
Downtown Library 224 Church St, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesTales to Tails Downtown 2nd & 4th Tuesdays , 4:30 - 6pm through June 9 Tales to Tails is a literacy program designed to help children improve their reading skills by providing them the opportunity to read aloud to certified therapy dogs. Programs like Tales to Tails have been implemented nationally in both libraries and […]
Triple P Parenting Seminars for Parents with Teens Ages 13 – 16 Years
Beach Flats Community Center 133 Leibrandt Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesTriple P Parenting Seminars for Parents with Teens Ages 13 - 16 Years Tuesday, April 7, 6 – 7:30 pm, Raising Responsible Teens, Register: https://bit.ly/Responsible-Apr7 Encourage your teen's independence & responsibility by involving them in family decisions, fostering respect & consideration, engaging in family activities, promoting a healthy lifestyle, & nurturing reliability & assertiveness. Guide your teen toward […]
Ocean Alternative Parent Information Night
Ocean Alternative School 984-6 Bostwick Lane, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesOcean Alternative Parent Information Night Tuesday, April 14, 6:30-7:30pm Parents, come learn more about Ocean Alternative, a K-8 independent study/homeschool program in Live Oak School District. We will explain how our public school program works and what we can offer families.
Boulder Creek Scavenger Hunt Adventure
Boulder Creek Parks & Recreation 15685 Forest Hill Drive, Boulder Creek, CA, United StatesBoulder Creek Scavenger Hunt Adventure April 1-30 Spring into action from April 1–30, 2026, for April Antics, a month-long digital and in-person scavenger hunt through Boulder Creek. This exciting community event is a fundraiser for the Boulder Creek Recreation and Park District (BCRPD) Foundation, the non-profit dedicated to supporting our local parks and programs. Through […]
Downtown Farmers Market 2022
Downtown Farmers Market Cedar St & Lincoln St, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesA great selection of local artisan foodstuffs, delicious baked goods, and currently many unique, high quality options for grab-and-go lunch and dinner.
R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail Capitola
Capitola Branch Library 2005 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA, United StatesR.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail Wednesdays 3 - 5pm through June 6 R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers. Wednesdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at Capitola and La Selva Beach Libraries. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only. For more information or to register, […]
