Wed
Dec
2
Practice reading to a certified therapy dog! Registration is required.
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Wednesday, Dec 2
Wed
Dec
2
https://www.watsonville.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=7405
Wed
Dec
2
About Forage Species IV The objective of Forage Species IV is to give learners and our community a deeper perspective on critical βfeeder speciesβ inβ¦
+ 1 more date βWed
Dec
2
Drawing for Young Creatives | Ages 8-12
Where: London Nelson Community Center
When: 5:00 PM β 6:00 PM Β· Price: $215
Learn to see, draw, and experiment! Young artists build observational skills while discovering their own unique visual voice.
+ 5 more dates βWed
Dec
2
https://www.watsonville.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=7380
Wed
Dec
2
GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TODAS LAS DISCAPACIDADES - En Persona
Where: RaΓces y CariΓ±o
When: 6:00 PM β 7:00 PM
Venga y platique con familias que comparten la misma experiencia de criar un hijo/a con una discapacidad Ρ a la vez aprenda de nuevos recursosβ¦
+ 3 more dates βThursday, Dec 3
Thu
Dec
3
Come join Librarian Jackie for stories, songs, and lots of fun for preschoolers and their caregivers in our lovely Felton Community Room every Thursday atβ¦
+ 2 more dates βThu
Dec
3
Santa Cruz Shakespeare brings Charles Dickensβ A Christmas Carol back as a holiday tradition for the whole family, with a theatrical and music-filled adaptation inβ¦
Thu
Dec
3
Downtown Santa Cruz: A Christmas Carol
Where: Santa Cruz Veteran's Hall
When: 2:00 PM β 3:30 PM Β· Price: $20
Santa Cruz Shakespeare presents A Christmas Carol Tickets are on sale for Santa Cruz Shakespeareβs production of Charles Dickensβs A Christmas Carol, a festive holidayβ¦
+ 22 more dates βThu
Dec
3
Learn how to craft, build, and survive in the world of Minecraft.edu.
+ 3 more dates βThu
Dec
3
Bring your decks and get ready to play
+ 3 more dates βThu
Dec
3
Make and explore STEAM possibilities at Felton Branch Library! Age 6+
+ 2 more dates βThu
Dec
3
5 - 7pm Β· The owner of Sleight of Hand Pizza will be throwing & spinning pizza!
+ 3 more dates βThu
Dec
3
Ever been inspired to drop everything and create when visiting an exhibition at the MAH? Join us for a Drop-In Drawing session in the galleryβ¦
Thu
Dec
3
UCSC Jazz Combos presented by the Music Department. The UCSC Jazz Combos present a fall concert under the direction of Charles Hamilton. More information willβ¦
Friday, Dec 4
Fri
Dec
4
Free Admission Day! Discover the wonders of nature at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History with free entry for everyone. Explore fascinating exhibits, connectβ¦
Fri
Dec
4
Join us for Mothersong every first Friday of the month ~ sing and dance with us at our Main Library, Meeting Room at 10:30am. Audienceβ¦
Fri
Dec
4
49th Annual Heritage Holiday Craft and Gift Fair
Where: Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds
When: 12:00 PM β 9:00 PM
The Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Foundationβs 49th Annual Heritage Holiday Craft and Gift Fair fills the Harvest, Crosetti and Fine Art buildings with handmade craftsβ¦
Fri
Dec
4
S.T.E.A.M Projects. Explore Your World
+ 1 more date βFri
Dec
4
Explore art exhibits, galleries, studios and creative spaces across Santa Cruz County during the monthly First Friday Art Tour. First Friday is free and familyβ¦
Family
Art & Culture
Fri
Dec
4
Downtown Boulder Creek Market and Ugly Sweater Contest
Where: Growing Up in Santa Cruz
When: 5:00 PM β 8:00 PM Β· Price: FREE
Bundle up in your tackiest holiday sweater and head to downtown Boulder Creek for arts and crafts, live music, food and drinks, plus an uglyβ¦
Fri
Dec
4
Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds: Walk-Thru Holiday Lights
Where: Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds
When: 5:30 PM β 9:00 PM Β· Price: $6.5
While this is a Drive-Thru experience, there will be two special nights where you can Walk-Thru and see the lights up close and personal. Fridayβ¦
Fri
Dec
4
CYT Presents "A Charlie Brown Christmas"
Where: The Landing Performing Arts Center
When: 6:00 PM Β· Price: $20
The classic animated television special A Charlie Brown Christmas comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation in which Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the restβ¦
+ 2 more dates βFri
Dec
4
UCSC Concert Choir presented by the Music department. The UCSC Concert Choir present a fall concert under the direction of Nathaniel Berman. Information about thisβ¦
Saturday, Dec 5
Sat
Dec
5
Breakfast with Santa in Santa Cruz
Where: Chaminade Resort and Spa
When: 9:00 AM β 11:00 AM Β· Price: $35
Meet and get your picture taken with Santa and his friends at Chaminade as you enjoy a festive brunch and beautiful views of the Montereyβ¦
+ 1 more date βSat
Dec
5
The traditional holiday parade is the official kickoff for the winter holidays celebration and the annual tradition of highlighting Santa Cruz County schools, youth basedβ¦
Sat
Dec
5
Celebrate the season in Downtown Santa Cruz with a festive community parade featuring local groups, music, performers and holiday spirit. A family-friendly downtown tradition.
Sat
Dec
5
‘AcompÑñanos en nuestro nuevo horario, cada primer sÑbado del mes!
Sat
Dec
5
Join Sewing for Kids Downtown! A different hand sewing project is offered each month. December's project is a gnome. Project supplies are limited to theβ¦
+ 1 more date βSat
Dec
5
Take a walk around historic Capitola Village and fill your box with delicious holiday cookies from participating stores! Enjoy this family friendly stroll! Follow theβ¦
Sat
Dec
5
Aptos Village Green: Holiday Market and Tree Lighting
Where: Aptos Village
When: 1:00 PM β 4:00 PM Β· Price: FREE
Head to the Aptos Village Green to see local craft vendors, sip coffee or hot chocolate with your cookies and have a picture with Santaβ¦
Sat
Dec
5
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm Location: The Diversity Center Ages: All ages RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/radicalhopeTDC Join us for a reflection on hope and its radical roleβ¦
Sat
Dec
5
Shop local craft vendors, enjoy coffee, hot chocolate and cookies, take photos with Santa, watch performances and gather for the holiday tree lighting in Aptosβ¦
Sat
Dec
5
Santa Cruz Harbor Lighted Boat Parade
Where: Growing Up in Santa Cruz
When: 5:30 PM β 7:30 PM Β· Price: FREE
Watch beautifully decorated power and sailboats parade through the Santa Cruz Harbor shortly after sunset. Viewing is available from harbor paths and the East Harborβ¦
Sat
Dec
5
UCSC Chamber Singers presented by the Music Department. The UCSC Chamber Singers present a fall concert under the direction of Michael McGushin. Information about thisβ¦
Sunday, Dec 6
Sun
Dec
6
Join Park Docent James Maughn for a saunter along park trails in search of herps: reptiles and amphibians, that is. Peruse the pond and museβ¦
Sun
Dec
6
Advisory Council of Teens (ACT) is the SCPL young adult advisory group. ACT is open to all Santa Cruz County young adults, ages 12-18.
+ 1 more date βSun
Dec
6
Hallcrest Vineyards Holiday Market
Where: Growing Up in Santa Cruz
When: 11:00 AM β 4:00 PM Β· Price: FREE
Gather with family and friends for a holiday market with vendors, childrenβs activities, Santa, wine and seasonal fun at Hallcrest Vineyards.
Sun
Dec
6
π Date: Sunday, Dec 6 π Location: Life Lab Garden Classroom, on the UCSC Farm. β° Time: 1:00-4:00 PM Join Life Lab for a family-friendlyβ¦
Sun
Dec
6
Whoβs ready to get their holiday craft on? On Sunday, December 6, from 1-4pm, head to Abbott Square Market for a fun and FREE holidayβ¦
Sun
Dec
6
Watsonville Plaza: Night of Sparkle
Where: Watsonville Civic Plaza
When: 2:00 PM β 7:00 PM Β· Price: FREE
Something magical is coming to downtown Watsonville! Enjoy Noche de Brillo (Night of Sparkle), a FREE family-friendly evening filled with snow, lights, and holiday cheerβ¦
Sun
Dec
6
UCSC Jazz Big Band presented by the Music Department. The UCSC Jazz Big Band present a fall concert under the direction of Charles Hamilton. Informationβ¦
Sun
Dec
6
The Grove: Movie With Santa
Where: The Grove: Santa Cruz Event Center
When: 4:30 PM β 8:00 PM Β· Price: $18
Tisβ the season for an evening of joy and holiday cheer inside The Grove: Santa Cruz Event Center! Enjoy exclusive time with Santa, cookie decoratingβ¦
Family
π Beach & Boardwalk
Sun
Dec
6
A Christmas Carol, presented by Santa Cruz Shakespeare
Where: Santa Cruz Veteran's Hall
When: 7:00 PM β 8:30 PM Β· Price: $15
Santa Cruz Shakespeare presents A Christmas Carol Tickets are on sale for Santa Cruz Shakespeareβs production of Charles Dickensβs A Christmas Carol, a festive holidayβ¦
Monday, Dec 7
Mon
Dec
7
UCSC Farm: Garden Crafts
Where: UCSC Center for Agroecology Farm
When: 1:00 PM β 4:00 PM Β· Price: FREE
Join Life Lab for a family-friendly day of nature-inspired crafts to make and take home! Crafts May Include: Flower Pressed Bookmarks and Greeting Cards Veggieβ¦
Tuesday, Dec 8
Tue
Dec
8
Infant/Toddler Playgroup - In Person at Costal Kinetic
Where: Coastal Kinetic Physical Therapy 2121 41st Ave
When: 10:00 AM β 11:00 AM
Monthly therapeutic playgroup for infants and toddlers with diverse developmental, physical, or medical needs. Facilitated by Sarah Myatt-Paul, Doctor of Physical Therapy β’ Tube Feedingβ¦
+ 3 more dates βTue
Dec
8
Visit Watsonville Public Library for a FREE Health Screening, no appointment needed! ~ Community Health Trust of Pajaro Valley invites library patrons to take advantageβ¦
Tue
Dec
8
Come Join Us for Toddler Tumble Time! Weβll be sharing some of our educational collection items. Bring your little ones to explore and learn aboutβ¦
Tue
Dec
8
We will sing, move, and play musical instruments together in Spanish and English. Juntos, cantaremos, nos moveremos y tocaremos instrumentos musicales en inglΓ©s y espaΓ±ol.
Tue
Dec
8
Come join us in making seasonal crafts!
Wednesday, Dec 9
Wed
Dec
9
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 theβ¦
Family
π Midtown
+ 3 more dates β
Wed
Dec
9
Practice reading to a trained therapy dog! Registration is required.
Thursday, Dec 10
Thu
Dec
10
Please join Temple Beth El for a Chanukah Story Hour! We'll gather together to read stories and sing songs. Perfect for families with children ofβ¦
Family
Cultural Event
Thu
Dec
10
Celebrate Chanukah aboard Roaring Campβs festive train through the streets of Santa Cruz. The family-friendly evening includes Chanukah music, warm latkes and hot apple ciderβ¦
Family
Friday, Dec 11
Fri
Dec
11
SV Parks & Recreation will be hosting our annual "Holiday Craft & Cocoa Event", join us for a fun filled holiday evening for families &β¦
Fri
Dec
11
LGBTQ+ Youth Holiday Party: Rainbow Elephant + Cookie Decorating @ The Diversity Center
Where: The Diversity Center
When: 6:00 PM β 8:00 PM
Name: LGBTQ+ Youth Holiday Party: Rainbow Elephant + Cookie Decorating Date: Friday, December 11 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm Location: The Diversity Center Ages: LGBTQ+β¦
Fri
Dec
11
All About Theatre Presents "James and the Giant Peach Jr"
Where: Colligan Theater at the Tannery Arts Center
When: 6:30 PM Β· Price: $22
James and the Giant Peach Jr is a funny, offbeat story about courage, self-discovery, and finding your family in the most unexpected places. When Jamesβ¦
+ 3 more dates βSaturday, Dec 12
Sat
Dec
12
Santa Cruz Dream Inn: Breakfast with Santa
Where: Dream Inn
When: 9:00 AM β 12:00 PM Β· Price: $25.31
9:00am, Breakfast Begins | 9:45am Program Begins Enjoy full ocean views, breakfast buffet, full bar (for the parents, not the elves) cookie decorating, arts &β¦
Sat
Dec
12
A Holly Jolly Holiday Wreath Making Workshop
Where: Live Earth Upper Farm
When: 10:00 AM β 12:00 PM
Relax and recharge this holiday season with a hands-on wreath-making workshop at Farm Discovery at Live Earth Farm. Participants will create a winter wreath usingβ¦
Sat
Dec
12
Santa Cruz Maker Studios at the Seymour Center
Where: Seymour Marine Discovery Center
When: 10:00 AM β 1:00 PM
Check out Santa Cruz Maker Studios at the Seymour Center. Hands-on Activities include: β’ Build and test a seawall β’ Make a wooden sea creatureβ¦
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