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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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Hi friends and colleagues, TDC is so excited to share information about TOGETHER26: A Queer Family Building Conference, a multidisciplinary virtual conference focused on LGBTQ+…
Travel over trestles, through towering redwood groves and up a winding narrow-gauge grade to the summit of Bear Mountain as conductors narrate the history of…
This Spanish conversation group meets every other Monday. Contact Patrick for materials before each session at [email protected].
Play Mahjong with fellow enthusiasts! Beginners welcome with weekly Hong Kong Style lessons. Other styles offered too. Tiles provided or bring your own.
Join us Mondays 10:30am-12pm at Aptos Library for social Bridge! All skill levels welcome. Enjoy fun, friendship, and mental stimulation.
Join us for Storytime for ages 0-5 featuring songs, rhymes, lap bounces, and stories. After Storytime, stay for Stay & Play!
Special Connections - Early Start Playgroup AND Parent Support FOR CHILDREN 0-3 RECIEVING EARLY START SERVICES 2nd & 4th Monday, Monthly Hosted by SPIN and…
Come for the songs, stay for the play!
Presented by: Adam Wunderlich, Group Leader of Applied Systems Metrology @ NIST Description: As modern wireless networks crowd into shared and congested radio frequency (RF)…
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…
In this practice group, you'll get an introduction to many different approaches to meditation and receive guidance on which practices might be best suited for…
Join us every 2nd Monday at the Garfield Park Branch for a yarn party.
This exhibition brings together comics and graphic narratives from Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco, introducing a broad range of contemporary artists while centering the works…
Join a supportive writing group to share work, give feedback, and grow your craft. All genres and experience levels welcome. Meets 2nd & 4th Mondays…
Join us every Monday at the Felton Branch for a knitting party. All you need to do is bring some yarn and knitting needles. All…
Are you stuck with a technology question? You can make a free appointment with a tech savvy library staff member!
Join Bridge Kennedy from the Career Success office for drop-in career coaching at the Ethnic Resource Centers Lounge, no appointment needed! Get your questions answered…
Crafternoons are back! ✂️ Get craft with family. Drop in to the Main Library between 2-5pm every Monday and Wednesday to make a craft together…
Improve your energy, balance, strength and coordination.
Local non-profit American Sign Language Services Community hosting a bingo fundraiser at the Aptos Grange on Sunday's 3PM - 8PM , Monday's 5PM to 10PM.
As a part of the Sovereignty & Solidarity Fall Speaker Series, the Huerta Center is thrilled to host Dr. Jessica Stites Mor from The University…
Practice reading to a certified therapy dog! Registration is required.
Liz Muir
Presenter: Joshua Schraiber, Research Scientist, University of Southern California and Cornell University Description: The advent of biobank data has presented an unprecedented opportunity to understand…
PAWS Afterschool Club (Ages 7-10) Looking for something fun to do after school? Love animals? Join PAWS and discover what it takes to care for…
A poetry workshop anyone who would like to establish a writing practice in a safe and encouraging environment.
Join us each week as we speak out against these harmful bills!
Your experience may speak for itself, but only if you have the language to help others understand its value. As careers evolve, the challenge is…
6 - 8pm · Hosted Board Game Night, open & hosted games, library of 30+ games, raffle, merch, and a Learn to Play demo at…
It's Monday Open Mic at the Ugly Mug! Sign ups at 5p Beer, Espresso Drinks and Desserts available
-Natalie
This is Motion Pacific's Beginning Jazz Fusion class for adult dancers.
Sip, Paint & Be Merry, Nutcracker Paint Workshop Join Hollister Engraving at Cocoa Vino in Capitola Village for a fun evening of painting and holiday…
Queer & Trans Yoga by Sapphire Yoga Collective Weekly Yoga Class @ TDC Mondays from 6:00 PM -7:15 PM This is a trauma-sensitive, all-levels, all-bodies/abilities…
A weekly Afro-Brazilian dance class focusing on rhythm and movement.
Chris Finnie
Come join us! Mondays @ 6pm Yoga 7pm Meditation and Sound Healing ❤️🩹 $10 a class, no one will be turned away 🫶
This is Motion Pacific's intermediate level contemporary jazz dance class.
AI: Savior, Monster, and Symbolic Engine Artificial intelligence (AI) is now commonly presented as both a savior of humanity and a monster that threatens our…
Historian and professor Matt O’Hara urges readers of his book The Flying Death to ask, “Who and what are we willing to sacrifice in the…
Bookshop Santa Cruz and The Humanities Institute present author Matt O’Hara for a reading and signing of The Flying Death, A dramatic tale of explorers…
Open Mic Night Sign-ups at 7:00 PM Starts at 8:00 PM, every Monday Join us to hear local musicians and build community!
In celebration of the centennial of trumpeter Miles Davis, the Marcus Shelby Nonet presents Birth of the Cool: Revisited, featuring music from the groundbreaking Davis…
Jackie Straw takes over The Jury Room for 2Step Tuesday. Live from Los Angeles
Alex Cameron performs indie rock at The Crepe Place in Santa Cruz.
8 - 10pm · Test your knowledge and join us for Trivia Night! Play by yourself or up to 6 people per team. Stay for…
Test your knowledge and join us for Trivia Night! Play by yourself or up to 6 people per team. Stay for the entire 2-hour game…
Contact Improv dance session at The 418 Project in Santa Cruz, offered weekly on Mondays.
Park in the main QH lot and we'll start from there. We will scope the pond and then walk the discovery loop. Quail Hollow County…
Visit Watsonville Public Library for a FREE Health Screening, no appointment needed! ~ Community Health Trust of Pajaro Valley invites library patrons to take advantage…
Free Health Screening at the Watsonville Public Library! Stop by anytime, no appointment needed for: • A1C & blood pressure checks • Quick diabetes risk…
Join us Tuesdays at Aptos Library to learn, play, and compete in Backgammon! All skill levels welcome - enjoy strategy, fun, and friendly competition in…
An 8-session workshop series for adults over 60, with either a fear of falling or have experienced a fall. Build confidence, improve balance, and reduce…
Monthly therapeutic playgroup for infants and toddlers with diverse developmental, physical, or medical needs. Facilitated by Sarah Myatt-Paul, Doctor of Physical Therapy • Tube Feeding…
Are you stuck with a technology question? You can make a free appointment with a tech savvy library staff member!
Are you stuck with a technology question? You can make a free appointment with a tech savvy library staff member!
An 8-session workshop series for adults over 60, with either a fear of falling or have experienced a fall.
Volunteer Information Sessions at the Arboretum Do you love gardens and gardening? The UCSC Arboretum & Botanic Garden has a wonderful community of staff, students…
Date: Every Tuesday, except Holidays Time: 10am - 12:00 pm Location: The Diversity Center Event Description: Join your community every Tuesday between 10am-12pm at the…
Baby Story Time is a sweet introduction to stories, songs, rhymes, and lap play, thoughtfully designed to nurture early literacy and bonding.
Join other students in learning the basic techniques and fundamentals of art using many mediums. Learn about line, value, balance, shape, form, texture, color, art…
Travel over trestles, through towering redwood groves and up a winding narrow-gauge grade to the summit of Bear Mountain as conductors narrate the history of…
Learn to plan bus trips, ride safely, apply for discounted fares, use the Transit app, and access free mobility training to travel confidently and independently.
Come Join Us for Toddler Tumble Time! We’ll be sharing some of our educational collection items. Bring your little ones to explore and learn about…
We will sing, move, and play musical instruments together in Spanish and English. Juntos, cantaremos, nos moveremos y tocaremos instrumentos musicales en inglés y español.
Come join Librarian Emily for stories, songs, and lots of fun for toddlers and their caregivers in our beautiful, newly-renovated Scotts Valley Library Branch every…
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…
Puppets, Songs and toys, Oh My!
Housing navigation services for people experiencing homelessness.
Join community health leaders to learn and get inspired // Únase a los líderes de salud comunitarios para aprender y inspirarse
This exhibition brings together comics and graphic narratives from Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco, introducing a broad range of contemporary artists while centering the works…
Join a health book club with educational discussions led by Dr. Rabia Barkins, a licensed holistic health practitioner. Improve overall health with lifestyle changes to…
This club is designed for intermediate-level participants, so if you're just starting out, you might find it a bit challenging at first.
Meet Provost Aims and Poppy the Chihuahua outside of the Crown College Office for yummy cookies and conversation. Stay and chat or grab and go.
Join our book club every second Tuesday to explore great reads and share engaging conversations with fellow book lovers.
Maria Ayllon
Fall Semester Maker Classes (August 11, December 20, 2026) Join us for a semester of hands-on creativity at SC Maker Studios! Students explore 3D printing…
R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. R.E.A.D. ofrece instrucción individual de comprensión lectora para los grados 1 a 12.
Make and explore STEAM possibilities at Scotts Valley Branch Library! .
R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment, call 831-427-7713
Aptos Youth Chess Club. Open to players ages 6 to 18 with knowledge of basic rules (how the pieces move). Instructor is Chess Master Dana…
Come join us in making Seasonal crafts!
Youth Bloom Studio Art with Sarah Orre, nurtures creativity, confidence, and curiosity through hands-on learning. Each class encourages young artists to explore new materials, techniques…
Step into a realm of revitalization at our pharmacy, where we proudly introduce our exclusive hydration injection services. Designed to replenish your body’s essential fluids…
Junior Animal Care Team (Ages 11+) Ready to level up your animal skills? If you love animals and want real, hands-on experience, the Junior Animal…
Weekly kids' classes in traditional hula and Tahitian dance, led by Te Hau Nui School at The 418 Project in Santa Cruz.
A sewing workshop offering hands-on instruction for participants to learn or improve sewing skills.
Practice reading to a trained therapy dog! Registration is required.
https://www.watsonville.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=7262
Wing Chun martial arts classes with instructor Marcus at The 418 Project in Santa Cruz, meeting multiple times per week.
A hula and Tahitian dance class for those interested in learning traditional Polynesian movement.
The City of Santa Cruz, in partnership with Ecology Action, is offering Neighborhood Sustainability and Resiliency Workshop.
iRest® (Integrative Restoration) meditation is a simple form of meditation combining Eastern and Western practices into a practical and secular program for healing. iRest helps…
Advanced hula and Tahitian dance class for experienced dancers. Part of Te Hau Nui School's curriculum.
Eat for the Earth is organizing a plant-based fall potluck, & YOU are invited. Let's enjoy a cruelty-free and Earth-friendly feast together!
Kathryn Pierno
Hugging Porcupines Productions presents Trivia Night, every Tuesday evening at Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing. Trivia is always free to play. Grab your team and challenge…
Beginning adult ceramics with instructor Nora Sarkissian. Learn the basics of hand building, pinch, and coil. Nora will provide demos and projects as well as…
https://landofmedicinebuddha.org/retreat-guru/2039/discovering-buddhism-module-5-death-and-rebirth-2/
First Tuesday of each month. All are welcome to join at anytime. Led by Val Miranda and Reverend Patrick Teverbaugh. A study group taking an…
A recurring dance class in Santa Cruz. Check with the venue for specific style and level.
As with everything we do, we bring the fun! This isn’t your average ordinary trivia. It’s “Bruno’s Style”. We sing, we play instruments, we dance…
Intoxications and Their Meanings We pay so much attention to the iniquity of addiction that we scarcely notice the ubiquity of intoxication. From the temperance…
Fall Emeriti Faculty Lecture: Intoxications and Their Meanings We pay so much attention to the iniquity of addiction that we scarcely notice the ubiquity of…
Rainbow Sangha Sit, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month, 7:00 - 8:30 pm. The Rainbow Sangha group offers a safer space for…
Join bassist and music educator Diane Bock for Music Matters! Beyond the Notes to explore innovative strategies, activities and insights to connect and create a…
FREE IN-STORE EVENT: The Hive Live! presents an evening of poetry featuring Avia Tadmor and Keetje Kuipers.Your RSVP helps us plan for your arrival and…
Salsa Social Dance is a free Tuesday night social at Abbott Square Market in downtown Santa Cruz.
Jackie Straw takes over The Jury Room for 2Step Tuesday. Live from Los Angeles
Molded by the waves of Southern California, Donavon Frankenreiter was a pro surfer at age 16. He eventually swapped the competition circuit for concert halls…
Jeffrey Martin at Felton Music Hall on Tuesday, November 10th 2026 Tickets: https://www.prekindle.com/event/89816-jeffery-martin-felton
Moes Alley presents the Rolling Together Revue featuring Donavon Frankenreiter + The Band Of Heathens live at The Rio Theatre!Tuesday, November 10, 2026Doors: 7pm /…
Free live music every Tuesday night with the Del Mar Trio at Callahan's in Santa Cruz.
(((folkYEAH!))) presents Holy Wave.Tuesday, November 10, 2026Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm$20 in advance / $25 day of the show21+* No Refunds | All sales are…
7pm sign-ups · Weekly pinball competition for players of all skill levels.
https://landofmedicinebuddha.org/programs/practices-and-pujas/
Join Vets 4 Vets Santa Cruz for our annual Journey for Change Veterans Day Walk on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. This community awareness walk brings…
Horses are deeply attuned to nonverbal cues; our posture, breath, and inner state shape how they respond. When we’re centered, they notice. This gentle, horse…
Experience the Bio-Vibe Table at SoulCare Studios, a gentle, non-invasive wellness experience using sound frequencies and soothing vibrations to encourage relaxation, release tension, and support…
Grab a free cup of coffee* and chat with Provost Aims at Coffee with the Provost! Most Wednesdays through the Fall Quarter! 9:00-11:00am Meet us…
Build strength, improve balance, and feel your best. This low-impact class focuses on core strength, posture, and gentle movement, perfect for all fitness levels.
Youth Fall Maker Camp (ages 7-12) Our Fall 2026 Maker Camps offer children ages 7-12 a fun, hands-on way to spend their school breaks! Camp…
Dignity Mobile Wellness Clinic and Santa Cruz Public Libraries are partnering to offer services that support the health of patrons with weekly Wednesday visits to…
Start your Wednesday morning with movement, mindfulness, and authentic Himalayan yogic wisdom at Soul Care Studios. 🧘✨ Join Yogi Laxman Panthi for a weekly Vinyasa…
Head to the Henry J. Mello Center to honor all who served! • 10:00 AM, Open to the public • 10:15 AM, Watsonville Band Performance…
A free weekly dance jam for babies and their caregivers at The 418 Project in Santa Cruz, with movement, music, and play in a joyful…
Just for kids! 🌊 📚 🪼 Each Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. join us for free Toddler Time featuring stories, songs, crafts, and…
Are you stuck with a technology question? You can make a free appointment with a tech savvy library staff member!
Travel over trestles, through towering redwood groves and up a winding narrow-gauge grade to the summit of Bear Mountain as conductors narrate the history of…
A bilingual lap-sit storytime for babies and toddlers, with songs, rhymes, and books in English and Spanish.
Join us for Storytime featuring songs, rhymes, and books designed to help preschoolers develop early literacy skills.
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…
See our Practices and Pujas page for more information on weekly pujas. Tara is the female deity who embodies the enlighten activities of all the…
Come join us for stories, songs, and lots of fun for toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers in our beautiful Boulder Creek Library Branch every Wednesday…
A bilingual storytime for toddlers with stories, songs, and rhymes in English and Spanish, promoting early literacy and language skills.
Carlos Motta’s When Time Stands Still, the artist’s second solo show with the IAS, features new and recent installations, videos, and sculptures highlighting the artist’s…
This exhibition brings together comics and graphic narratives from Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco, introducing a broad range of contemporary artists while centering the works…
Organized in partnership with the Center for Art and Advocacy, located in Brooklyn, New York, Ni de Aquí, Ni de Allá (Not From Here, Not…
The Downtown Santa Cruz Market runs year-round on Wednesdays, 1-5pm year round. Our largest and oldest market, it is situated in the heart of Downtown…
Dance for Parkinson’s at Motion Pacific is a class for people with Parkinson’s Disease and their caretakers. The class is based on the innovative and…
Improve your energy, balance, strength and coordination.
Held in beautiful Santa Cruz, Calif. the 2026 Festival of Monsters academic conference will explore how monsters and language intertwine with panels on monsters and…
Fall Semester Maker Classes (August 11, December 20, 2026) Join us for a semester of hands-on creativity at SC Maker Studios! Students explore 3D printing…
R.E.A.D. is one-on-one free reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment, call 831-427-7713 R.E.A.D sessions are…
Sexuality and Gender Alliance (SAGA) creates a welcoming, safe, and inclusive space for teens of all gender identities and sexual orientations. Enjoy activities, snacks and…
PAWS Afterschool Club (Ages 7-10) Looking for something fun to do after school? Love animals? Join PAWS and discover what it takes to care for…
Every Wed from 4 to 8 pm at our Downtown Santa Cruz Tasting Room + Wine Bar Join us for a night of wigging out…
About Forage Species IV The objective of Forage Species IV is to give learners and our community a deeper perspective on critical ‘feeder species’ in…
Lego Fun for Kids
Join us weekly! Meet other community members while speaking out.
Take a midweek pause and recharge your energy ✨ Join us for BioCharger & Vibrational Sound Table Healing Happy Hour, a unique experience designed to…
Kids play with Bricks, while parents play with Beers! Hosted by Brick Lab of Scotts Valley from 5-8pm on the 2nd Wednesdays of the month.
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…
The World Café, food, tea, and conversations that matter. Every other Wednesday, 5-7pm, RCC Dining Hall. All students welcome, every college and major. Free with…
Member event. Meet at German Cultural Center Santa Cruz first by 5:25pm.
A regular tango class in Downtown Santa Cruz, offering a way to learn Latin dance in a social, cultural setting.
Do you want to learn a new soul-satisfying skill? Come to Sand Rock Farm and learn to make sourdough! Classes are two and a half…
7 - 9pm · Weekly bluegrass jam with local musicians.
TIME & LOCATION CHANGE FOR THE MONTHS OF NOVEMBER & DECEMBER: LOCATION: MIDTOWN COMMUNITY CENTER IN SANTA CRUZ TIME: 6:30PM-7:30PM Every 2nd Wednesday of the…
Our thoughts strongly shape our experience. Habitual patterns such as black-and-white thinking, blaming, and overgeneralizing can quietly create unnecessary stress and dissatisfaction. Join a Buddhist…
A live performance by Matt Masih.
Join us every Tuesday night at Britannia Arms Capitola for FREE Pub Trivia! Two games. Two chances to win. Prizes handed out twice! 🧠 Game…
lo-fi power pop and punk from the East Bay on Dandy Boy Records
Drop-In Draw provides a live model and room monitor. There is no formal lesson and only dry media is allowed (no paints). ADVISORIES • These…
Western Wednesday #96 is comin' quick with Kentucky Mule and Jerry B. Logan and The Country Squires! Saddle up and let's go! Wednesday, November 11…
French acoustic guitar virtuoso, vocalist, and composer Pierre Bensusan, surnamed “Mister DADGAD”, has taken his unique sound to all corners of the globe. Winner of…
A welcoming weekly tap class for adults who want to build rhythm, technique, musicality, and confidence in a supportive, low-pressure environment. Designed for basic beginners…
For Eleven Eleven 11/11 Jim and Diana's acoustic dynamic duo rocks Joe's, a classic old-school honky tonk in the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains…
They Are Gutting A Body Of Water at Felton Music Hall on Wednesday, November 11th 2026 Tickets: https://tixr.com/e/190915
Katy Kenyon-Abel
Join our book club every second Thursday to explore great reads and share engaging conversations with fellow book lovers.
Travel over trestles, through towering redwood groves and up a winding narrow-gauge grade to the summit of Bear Mountain as conductors narrate the history of…
Wings provides free birth certificates and notary services for people experiencing homelessness.
A bilingual storytime for toddlers, pairing books and songs in two languages.
For ages 0-5
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…
Songs and Stories
Come join Librarian Jackie for stories, songs, and lots of fun for preschoolers and their caregivers in our lovely Felton Community Room every Thursday at…
Well-being offering: Guided Mindfulness Group Date: Weekly on Thursdays Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: The Diversity Center 1117 Soquel Ave. Santa Cruz Ages…
Well-being offering: Guided Mindfulness Group Date: Weekly on Thursdays New Time! 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Location: The Diversity Center, 1117 Soquel Ave. Santa Cruz…
This exhibition brings together comics and graphic narratives from Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco, introducing a broad range of contemporary artists while centering the works…
“Ni de aquí, ni de allá” (“neither from here, nor there”), is a phrase commonly used by bilingual, bicultural communities. In the exhibition the phrase…
Federal agencies and research sponsors are increasingly requiring institutions to attest to and provide evidence of research security compliance. The stakes go beyond a single…
When: Thursday, November 12 Time: 12:00 PM -1:00 PM Where: Register for the Zoom link. The workshop will be recorded, and a link to the…
Carlos Motta’s When Time Stands Still, the artist’s second solo show with the IAS, features new and recent installations, videos, and sculptures highlighting the artist’s…
The Aptos Library Book Discussion Group meets 2nd Thursdays, 1-2:30pm, in-person or via Zoom. Adult readers choose thought-provoking fiction & nonfiction. Email [email protected].
Step into the MAH's Archives Reading Room during our weekly Open Archives hours. Meet the archivist, see a unique item from the collection on display…
Stop by the Career Success Drop-ins and get professional advice from our Peer Coaches, now available across campus! 📝 Peers will rotate between McHenry and…
Play Mahjong with fellow enthusiasts! Beginners welcome with weekly Hong Kong Style lessons. Other styles offered too. Tiles provided or bring your own.
Are you stuck with a technology question? You can make a free appointment with a tech savvy library staff member!
Get clear, unbiased info on 2027 Medicare options at HICAP's Annual Enrollment Forum, November 12th, 2:00-3:30 PM at Downtown Branch Library. Free event. Call 831-462-5510…
Far West Fungi’s Santa Cruz Store & Café is launching Myco-Mixers, Enjoy an afternoon of food, fun, and fungi! Each Myco-Mixer will feature complimentary bites…
Held in beautiful Santa Cruz, Calif. the 2026 Festival of Monsters academic conference will explore how monsters and language intertwine with panels on monsters and…
R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading and comprehension instruction for readers 1st through 12th grade.
Rae Rodriguez
R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment, call 831-427-7713.
R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment, call 831-427-7713.
Fall Semester Maker Classes (August 11, December 20, 2026) Join us for a semester of hands-on creativity at SC Maker Studios! Students explore 3D printing…
Make and explore STEAM possibilities at Felton Branch Library! Age 6+
Learn how to craft, build, and survive in the world of Minecraft.edu.
R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment, call 831-427-7713
Bring your decks and get ready to play
Join us every week on Thursdays
Stop by each week for a new creative craft.
Junior Animal Care Team (Ages 11+) Ready to level up your animal skills? If you love animals and want real, hands-on experience, the Junior Animal…
Concerned about artificial intelligence (AI)? It can be difficult to deal with the relentless news and extreme and varying, predictions. In this workshop, we will…
Hands-on introduction to using a Cricut cutting machine for crafting projects.
This club is designed for intermediate-level participants, so if you're just starting out, you might find it a bit challenging at first.
Join Cowell and Stevenson Colleges for a cozy night in the dining hall, a movie playing to add to the cozy vibes, and special on-theme…
A dance session centered on Congolese movement, held at a Santa Cruz arts space. For dancers curious to explore rhythm, style, and cultural tradition through…
Every Thursday along with our regular menu we offer a prix fixe pasta dinner! Enjoy three courses starting with a fresh farmers market mixed green…
A weekly Congo dance class in Santa Cruz. Participants learn traditional African dance movements in a group setting at The 418 Project.
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…
5:30-7:30pm Fan-coined "Americana-meets-Vaudeville" singer-songwriter trio Original story-songs, dramedy, stellar vocals, sweet harmonies, great entertainment! Bonny June & Bonfire are an original music trio that sing…
This is Motion Pacific's Adult Intermediate Modern class for adult dancers.
Join us for an evening celebrating the highly anticipated reissue of the book “A State of Change: California’s Forgotten Landscape”. Author Lara Cunningham’s work is…
Quarterly meetings to support parents and educators.
7 - 10pm · Live improvisational modular synth performance by M31 Transport.
7 - 9pm · Rachel Harper is a longtime musician, first starting out as a French Horn player her freshman year of high school which…
Get up-to-date information at: https://luma.com/ukep3noj Address: 233 Van Ness Ave Santa Cruz, CA United States Hosted by Karsten Wade & Toby Founder @ AINative.Studio
SBDC Hardtech & Robotics Meetup at Idea Fab Labs Every 2nd Thursday of the Month 6:00-8:00 PM The purpose of the Santa Cruz Hardtech and…
Kathryn Pierno
Rebecca Coupe Franks / Trumpet Nancy Heth / Vocals and Piano
We are currently reading "The Wholehearted Way--A Translation of Eihei Dogen's Bendowa With Commentary by Kosho Uchiyama Roshi. Translated by Shohaku Okumura and Taigen Daniel…
Ken Okada Group feat. YOYOKA is a San Francisco Bay Area-based jazz fusion ensemble blending Japanese and American jazz fusion traditions with modern improvisation and…
8-9:30pm · Jazz-influenced singer/songwriter who plays songs on a bedazzled electric ukulele.
Come kick off the weekend early with The Thursday Night Wine Down. Grab a glass of wine at Cocoa Vino in Capitola Village and settle…
Thursdays, November 5th, 12th, and 19th from 7:15-8:30 at London Nelson Learn the basics and foundations of line dancing in a beginner friendly space. Learn…
w/ Elliott OK. tickets for sale at door.
Special Revival Screening + Panel Discussion LA HAINE (1995, Janus Films, 97 min. Dir. Mathieu Kassovitz) Director Mathieu Kassovitz took the film world by storm…
Jake Xeres Fussell might not roll off the tongue, but Fussell is fast becoming a mature seasoned master of 21st century folk music. A student…
On this 2.5 mile hike, be prepared to walk on uneven surfaces, with many stops to view the many birds, plants, and scenery along the…
Start your morning with music, movement & good vibes at Centro De Bienestar! Zumba for adults (18+) at 9 AM, every Monday, Tuesday, and Friday…
Leave your mark on Santa Cruz history by volunteering at the historic Evergreen Cemetery every Friday from 9:30am-12pm. No need to register, just show up…
This is a Fuel Reduction Workday, in which we manually clear fallen debris in select areas of the Redwood Grove, and by doing so, reduce…
Focusing on hand-building techniques. Make a pinch pot, a coil pot, or learn slab construction. Learn how to use underglazes and glazes. Gain knowledge about…
Shop antiques, collectibles, artisan goods and unique finds at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. A family-friendly opportunity to browse local and regional vendors. Check the…
It’s back! If you have a love for vintage ~ styling a home with old-style objects, wearing vintage jewelry & clothing, and collecting unique art…
Ten Annieglass tables, styled by members of our community for the causes they love. Walk the tables, vote for your favorite with a purchased raffle…
https://www.watsonville.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=7098
Travel over trestles, through towering redwood groves and up a winding narrow-gauge grade to the summit of Bear Mountain as conductors narrate the history of…
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…
Art for Healing: Using the power of the creative process to provide support, insight and a deeper relationship with yourself in a safe and nurturing…
Join our Bridge Club for friendly games and social fun, open to players of all skill levels.
A time for free play for children with a participating adult.
We are knitting at Live Oak Library on Fridays.
Produce Pop-Up is a twice-weekly organic farmstand open to all members of the UC Santa Cruz community. The program is dedicated to increasing access to…
A supportive space where family care-partners tending for a loved one with a cognitive impairment can connect, share experiences, and find support.
Come join Librarian Emily for stories, songs, and lots of fun for preschoolers and their caregivers in our beautiful, newly-renovated Scotts Valley Library Branch every…
Join us for great stories and a fun craft. Ages 4-6
Carlos Motta’s When Time Stands Still features new and recent installations, videos, and sculptures highlighting the artist’s preoccupation with the historical and aesthetic productions of…
This exhibition brings together comics and graphic narratives from Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco, introducing a broad range of contemporary artists while centering the works…
Join us at the Downtown Library and enjoy free jazz music by local professional musicians.
“Ni de aquí, ni de allá” (“neither from here, nor there”), is a phrase commonly used by bilingual, bicultural communities. In the exhibition the phrase…
Play cards with fun folks every 2nd and 4th Friday.
The newly formed Camp Evers Creek Watershed Conservancy seeks to restore critical wetland, riparian, and wildlife habitat supporting 44 documented climate-threatened bird species while increasing…
Sharpen your word skills and enjoy friendly competition at our Scrabble Club - fun for all levels.
In this workshop, you will: In this workshop, you will: Move from “failing” to “flourishing” by learning to reframe setbacks and build resilience in academia…
Are you stuck with a technology question? You can make a free appointment with a tech savvy library staff member!
This month's book will be The Midnight Library by Matt Haig.
The Watsonville Farmers Market is every Friday afternoon from 2-7 all year round at the City Plaza in Downtown Watsonville. Don’t miss out on the…
Held in beautiful Santa Cruz, Calif. the 2026 Festival of Monsters academic conference will explore how monsters and language intertwine with panels on monsters and…
S.T.E.A.M Projects. Explore Your World
The SCPA Santa Cruz is bringing a fun and engaging program to the Scotts Valley Branch Library!
Use your imagination and build anything you can dream! Lego and Duplo blocks will be available for children and youth to tinker with, build, explore…
A speed puzzling series where participants race to complete puzzles, with monthly meetups at the library.
Bring the whole family to a free community carnival hosted by Cradle to Career Santa Cruz County. Enjoy games and prizes, a live magician, face…
OUTERNATIONAL: Global Bass Dance Party Featuring Selecta 7, Rudi B & Special Guest DJ Ill Tones Get ready for a night of heavy bass, infectious…
Riaptti & Rose - Live at Kissed By An Angel Wines
5:30-7:30pm Bob O'Neill's Absent Minds deliver a captivating musical experience that resonates with audiences. Their fusion of original songs, vibrant guitar playing, and rhythmic grooves…
Frank Gaspar reads from *Fire: New and Selected* with Ellen Bass at Vino by the Sea on the Santa Cruz Wharf.
7 - 9pm · The Shut-ins blend country, folk, and Hawaiian sounds with close harmonies and a playful sense of humor for their own brand…
alecia haselton is a Corralitos born-and-raised vocalist, songwriter, and musician. She brings an alt/folk/rock sound rooted in honest storytelling, powerful vocals, and a little ’90s/2000s…
The Institute of the Arts and Sciences invites you to a conversation with filmmaker and graphic novelist James Spooner about his latest graphic novel, moderated…
Learn five tantric touches that awaken presence and pleasure. Come solo or with a partner. A taste of Sequoia's Valentine's Tantra workshop.
The chamber's annual dinner honors local leaders and businesses with an awards ceremony and community celebration.
Stand in the spotlight and share your talents with our community. All are welcome at this world-class open mic. Signups at 6:30, show at 7.
From @kaijukill.prod NOVEMBER, FRIDAY 13TH at SubRosa We have touring acts @_seanatkins_ & @grover.the.band coming through Santa Cruz @subrosa_space W support by locals Rhoda &…
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…
Crash Davidian LIVE at club BITE ME! Bite Me! takes place at Cat Alley Street above The Catalyst. 21+ / 7:00 pm / FREE
🎻 Head to the beautiful mountains of Ben Lomond to experience Contra Dancing! 💃🕺 A contra dance event is a social dance that one can…
Friday, 7:00 PM - Performing with "WOODMILL"
BITE ME at The Catalyst Atrium, November 13, 2026. Five live bands from 7 PM, followed by SamSonic's midnight dance party until 1 AM. Ages…
Guitarist Pipo Romero mixes Mediterranean and Atlantic currents in his “Spanish Acoustic” style. Playing steel-string guitar rather than the traditional Spanish instrument, he folds flamenco…
FRIDAY
Join us for a night of singing, dancing, and cultural exchange. Enjoy performances from student organizations and sing your heart out to your favorite international…
There is an eight (8) ticket limit for each event. For 10+ tickets, please call us at 831-713-4400 for discounted rates.
Join us for an evening of contra dancing! Live music by Against the Grain with caller Cheryl Graubart, easy-to-learn dances, and a welcoming community make…
Meet Me in the Belly of the Whale by Gillian O’Leary is an original play about the end of the world, getting swallowed by a…
New Play Festival is an annual student-run showcase of experimental, short stage readings that focuses on nurturing and showcasing new playwrights in the UC Santa…
Moes Alley presents a special performance from Roger Clyne (founder of Roger Clyne and The Peacemakers) and PH Naffah (founder of The Refreshments)!Friday, November 13…
Shakedown Citi is a fresh new force on the jam band scene, born in the heart of a Grateful Dead parking lot at Citi Field…
Palomar Ballroom Salsa & Bachata Party is a weekly Friday salsa and bachata lesson-and-social at Palomar Ballroom in downtown Santa Cruz.
For percussionist Max Jaffe, music is more than just playing an instrument. It’s about pushing the boundaries of sound and the definition of what a…
An evening of storytelling and literary performance, a low-frills night of live narrative.
Andre Nickatina at The Catalyst, November 13. Rescheduled from June 27. Doors 8 PM, show 9 PM.
Local favorites return to MeloMelo, more acts TBA. Private Domicile: https://www.instagram.com/privatedomicileband/
Zen Meditation. Open to all. Free of charge.
Please join us for a day of harvesting, cleaning and storing dahlia tubers for the winter. After an incredible season of blooms, we will have…
Help remove invasive plants like French broom and learn about the San Lorenzo Valley Water District's Olympia Watershed property!
Come ride the Levo family with Axell Hodges, Cody Kelley, Porsha Murdock, Elliot Jamieson, Mitch Ropelato, & Aylana Van Horn
Join Save Our Shores for a beach cleanup at Capitola Beach! Registration is required, click here to register. Meet Up Location: Please meet us in…
Classic cars and coffee every Saturday morning, in East Lake Village Shopping Center. It doesn't get much better. Come walk around the expansive parking lot…
The Westside Farmers’ Market takes place every Saturday, year round at the corner of Hwy 1 and Western Drive. Here we serve the communities of…
https://www.cityofcapitola.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=766
Enjoy a trail and wilderness scramble among the open spaces of Santa Cruz, exploring redwood & mixed forests and meadows. In teams of 1 to…
On Saturday, November 14th, Clean Oceans International is hosting our Biannual Sally Scholz coastal cleanup. It is at Moran Lake Beach from 9AM-11AM. We encourage…
Get ready to build and battle some cool robots! InnovativeBots is the SC chapter of India Community Center (a 501(c) non-profit)
In partnership with the Volunteer Center Literacy Program
Join Thrill the World Santa Cruz for free community dance classes and spooky Halloween performances! Learn Michael Jackson’s iconic “Thriller” choreography, no dance experience required…
Join us each Saturday morning for a relaxing time crafting with your neighbors.
Writing Circle: Open to the writer in each of us, this group allows for creative exploration in a supportive space right where you are. Each…
Start your weekend with a creative boost, designing a full foliage live greenery wreath!
Shop 50+ vendors, food trucks, and more at the La Selva Beach Holiday Fair.
Donating blood is a rewarding and impactful act that can save lives, help patients in need, and improve community health. Consider donating blood to make…
Learn new tricks, build your balance, and enjoy rolling around with us in person! Pay in person, full refund if you feel you didn't learn.
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…
Get ready to hike around an ancient seafloor! On this 1.5 mile hike through the Sandhills, which will last approximately 2 hours, participants can meander…
Hike around an ancient seafloor?! Yes please! On this 1.5-mile hike through the rare and unique Santa Cruz Sandhills, we'll meander through sandy soils on…
Ten Annieglass tables, styled by members of our community for the causes they love. Walk the tables, vote for your favorite with a purchased raffle…
Docent-led tours of the Elkhorn Slough Reserve are every Saturday AND Sunday, at 10 am and 11 am. Tours are on a first-come, first-serve basis…
Learn all about winter sowing native plants and perennials with Raven Ridge Homestead!
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.
Presented by ISCC
Name: Write Queer, a creative writing group Date: Saturday, November 14 Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Location: The Diversity Center Ages: 18+ Event Description…
Come learn Estate Planning Basics and enjoy some light refreshments with Attorney at Law Ashley L. Thompson.
The Zentangle Method is a fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Join Certified Zentangle Teacher Lisa Hoesing for an introductory workshop…
Discover how local students turn everyday problems into inventions! Join the California Invention Convention to explore creativity, STEM skills, patents, and real-world problem-solving.
Travel over trestles, through towering redwood groves and up a winding narrow-gauge grade to the summit of Bear Mountain as conductors narrate the history of…
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…
Ever wondered what Location Scouting & Managing is? Come learn from California On Location Award Nominee Alan Vasquez.
FREE Appraisal Clic, Saturday, November 14th, 11 AM, 2 PM Have something interesting? Bring your finds to Clark’s Auction Company and find out what they’re…
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…
FREE Community CPR & AED training covering adult, child, and infant. Taught by EMTs & Paramedics. Sponsored by Scotts Valley Sportsmen Club.
https://www.watsonville.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=7441
“Ni de aquí, ni de allá” (“neither from here, nor there”), is a phrase commonly used by bilingual, bicultural communities. In the exhibition the phrase…
Enjoy sipping local wines while strolling through our charming shops and boutiques in Capitola by the Sea.
Bargetto Winery hosts off-site events in July, August, and November featuring wine tastings at various locations.
Carlos Motta’s When Time Stands Still, the artist’s second solo show with the IAS, features new and recent installations, videos, and sculptures highlighting the artist’s…
Redwood Loop board game day at the library, noon to 5pm. Bring a game or pick one from the library collection - all are welcome…
This exhibition brings together comics and graphic narratives from Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco, introducing a broad range of contemporary artists while centering the works…
Experience an old-growth redwood forest filled with ancient trees over 200 ft. tall, and connect one on one with park staff. On this 1-mile stroll…
Get Ready to Dance! The Bubbles will be playing with Hella Doubtful at Palomar Ballroom in Santa Cruz Saturday November 14th from 7-10PM. Going to…
Save the date! Your next 60Plus Senior Luncheon will take place in Santa Cruz on January 10th. Join us at 12:30 for a delicious meal…
BYO Drum! Hosted by Kirsten in the CCC Backyard or performance hall.
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…
https://www.watsonville.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=7732
Join Carolyn Fitz to explore the expressive "tool" of using a ragged tree twig dipped in ink to sketch ways to capture the spirit of…
LGBTQ+ Gamers Group Date: Saturday, November 14 Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm Location: The Diversity Center Ages: 18+ For gamers of all types, to socialize…
Wines of the Santa Cruz Mountains presents Taste of the Mountains Menlo Park Wine Walk on Saturday, November 14 in Downtown Menlo Park from 1-4pm…
At this time, our society has become so fractured that it's hard to stay connected with ourselves. This afternoon is for coming back to honor…
https://www.watsonville.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=7733
Write a poem in a creative and supportive environment.
Local organizations and agencies will have informational displays on protecting and preserving our natural resources. Guest speacker Assemblymember Gail Pellerin will present updates on CA…
Discover what life was like a century ago on this innovative dairy ranch. This hour-long tour includes the 1896 water-powered machine shop, horse barn, uniquely…
Benefit event for local nonprofit, Nourishing Generations. A holiday market featuring handmade ceramic bowls by Santa Cruz Clay - buy a bowl and get it…
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…
Discover the colorful and imaginative world of Santa Cruz artist Nana Montgomery and her evolution from traditional quilt maker to contemporary mixed-media artist.
Learn about volunteer opportunities and how teens like you can create change in your library! Followed by a chill activity and free snacks (and get…
A monthly salon-style hangout for local tabletop roleplaying gamers, hosted at Abbott Square on the 2nd Saturday.
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…
Join local musicians and songwriters in a friendly weekly circle. Come to play and sing songs, or just listen. All acoustic instruments welcome.
Come see Mary Alice Copp's Art!
An afternoon of heart-opening singing, with songleader / Buddhist teacher Kid Beyond. Outdoors in nature. All voices welcome!
3:00-5:00pm Originals and classic tunes from the great folk, blues and rock piano players. Come join us for a relaxing afternoon with Ken Margolis, Dave…
Cabrillo Gallery is looking forward to once again presenting our extremely popular annual exhibition, 12 x 12 (x 12): An Open Invitational. The exhibition is…
🐾🎁 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!…
A benefit concert featuring live rock and alternative acts, supporting a community cause.
A technophobe finally embraces technology in order to stay connected. The consequences go far beyond anything she expects. Filmed with an all-women team along the…
Tickets are now on sale for the Santa Cruz Portuguese Hall "Famous" Crab and Shrimp Feed on Saturday, November 14 at 216 Evergreen Street. Doors…
Connect with non monogamous community over a shared potluck meal and conversation.
Unplug & Reconnect Retreat: Where Ocean & Forest Meet This two-night weekend retreat invites you to lean into the steady heartbeat of the redwoods and…
After another successful harvest this year, we'd like to commemorate the 2026 vintage with all of you, Beaujolais Nouveau style.
Join us as we celebrate 50 years of nonviolent social change at RCNV's Annual Fundraising Dinner and Good Harmony After Party. On Saturday, November 14th…
Surreal Live Magic Show with Rob Zabrecky! Sat. November 7th, 7:30 PM, LARGE THEATER THE ZABRECKY HOUR Magic Show A Comedy, Magic & Variety Show…
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