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Welcome to the Art Lounge! Welcome to the Art Lounge, your creative haven for Arts, Crafts, and Drafts. Think of it like a restaurant, but…
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Welcome to Indigethanx, our annual alternative Thanksgiving gathering hosted by the American Indian Resource Center and the People of Color Sustainability Collective! We would love…
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7 - 9pm · The Shut-ins blend country, folk, and Hawaiian sounds with close harmonies and a playful sense of humor for their own brand…
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22 upcoming events · Family · from 2026-11-14 · to 2026-11-15
Get ready to build and battle some cool robots! InnovativeBots is the SC chapter of India Community Center (a 501(c) non-profit)
Over 50 craft vendors will offer unique jewelry, art, bags, pottery, candles, garden art, specialty foods, soaps, clothing, books and more. Friends of the Library…
Step into a world of imagination with stories, rhymes, and songs for children ages 0?8, shared with families and caregivers in a warm, welcoming space.
On this 2.5-mile, 2-hour family-friendly walk, you will explore the plants, animals, and geology of the Santa Cruz County coastal bluffs. Bring water, a hat…
Monarch migration is variable and population numbers and dates are different each year. The monarchs typically begin arriving in mid-October and leave by mid-February. At…
Discover the calming and creative power of music 🎶 Our beginner-friendly harp lessons offer a peaceful space to learn something new, connect with sound, and…
Redwood Loop board game day at the library, noon to 5pm. Bring a game or pick one from the library collection - all are welcome…
Cubberley Artist Open Studios Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026 Time: 1-5 p.m. Location: Cubberley Community Center, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, E, F, and U…
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Roald Dahl's Matilda tells the story of an extraordinary little girl with astonishing wit, courage, and a few surprising powers, who refuses to let her…
Downtown Library Youth Chess Club. Open to players ages 6 to 18. Instructor is Chess Master Gjon Feinstein.
Santa Cruz Harp Ensemble is a group of adult harp students from across Santa Cruz County, playing under the direction of instructor Jesse Autumn. Their…
Make your holidays extra special with our DIY Christmas ornaments! Decorate 4 frosted glass holiday-shaped ornaments with gold & silver decorations. Take them home with…
🐾🎁 Sculpt Your Pet: Holiday Gifts! 🎁🐾 Make a one-of-a-kind handmade gift inspired by a beloved pet, and give back to animals in our community!…
Join Scotts Valley Recreation for Cider & Boots, a festive fall evening filled with music, dancing, food, and family fun! Kick off the evening with…
This family-friendly musical comedy follows the adventures of an ogre named Shrek who sets off on a quest to save a princess from a dragon…
Get ready for a fun night catching up, sharing laughs, and making memories in gratitude with loved ones, for a great cause!
Youth Robot Series at Santa Cruz Maker Studios Join us for our 3-week Robot Series designed for youth (ages 7-12) who love building, problem-solving, and…
Monarch migration is variable and population numbers and dates are different each year. The monarchs typically begin arriving in mid-October and leave by mid-February. At…
Teen Robot Series at Santa Cruz Maker Studios Join us for our 3-week Robot Series designed for teens (ages 11-17) who love building, problem-solving, and…
This family-friendly musical comedy follows the adventures of an ogre named Shrek who sets off on a quest to save a princess from a dragon…
The Olive Tree is a poetry mic and public gathering space hosted by local poet Gabriel Kittle-Cervine. This monthly event seeks to honor the deeply…
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