Kid-friendly events, parks & more.
The main focus of the ACT is young adult services, including programs, events, spaces, and policies. This is a good opportunity for students to fulfill community service credits, obtain job skills, develop leadership abilities, and acquire college extracurricular experience. Questions? Contact...
This sensory-friendly, creative program encourages experimentation and imaginative play while learning simple science concepts along the way. All materials will be provided—just bring your curiosity and creativity! Slime creations can be taken home to enjoy. *supplies limited to 20, early...
Santa Cruz Westside Farmers' Market is a farmers market in Santa Cruz, CA.
This event will be held in the Scotts Valley Community Theater, next door to the library.
Join Librarian Rebecca on Sunday mornings at 11:00AM for Family Storytime at Rinconada Library. Come sing, rhyme, and read stories with us! While this storytime will be geared towards those older than 2 years, all ages are welcome! Make sure to follow us on YouTube for more stories, songs and...
East Cliff/Live Oak Farmers Market is a farmers market in Santa Cruz, CA.
Child must be 6-17 years old, and already reading to some degree. Our volunteer handlers are there to provide support but are not trained reading instructors. Appointments are required, please contact 831-427-7709 to make yours now.
Interested in digital art and would like professional guidance? Join local artist Kelsey Phillips and learn the basics of digital art. This workshop uses the Sketchbook app on the iPad. For ages 13 and older. Registration is required.
Live Oak Branch Library is a public branch library in Santa Cruz, CA. Open 2,318 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 12,500 square feet.
Branciforte Branch Library is a public branch library in Santa Cruz, CA. Open 2,318 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 7,500 square feet.
For more information about the series contact: Carol Panofsky ? 831-566-2954 ? panofsky@cruzio.com MUNCHING WITH MOZART AND FRIENDS is sponsored by The Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries and the Santa Cruz County Music Teachers? Association of California. It is a monthly series of free...
Garfield Park Branch Library is a public branch library in Santa Cruz, CA. Open 2,318 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 2,343 square feet.
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 ages are welcome.
Learn a new art technique or grow your skills. Ink wash is the art of painting with ink that has been diluted with water. Attend this workshop to learn how to mix your own wash and create your own ink wash masterpiece with a splash of color! For ages 13 and older. Registration is required.
Welcoming babies from birth to age two and their caregivers, this gentle program celebrates language, movement, and connection. Afterward, stay for Stay & Play to continue learning through play and build community with other families.
Looking for a way to show some love for your community? Donate blood! In about an hour, you can save up to 3 lives. The Stanford Blood Center will be set up in the Fireside Community Room on Monday, 4/6/26 from 11:00AM-3:30PM. Appointment Schedule Link:...
A place just for teens at the downtown library! On Tuesdays at The Spot, enjoy board games, art supplies, access to computers, crocheting, movies or gaming, an occasional craft or snack, or just come by to hang out or do homework.
Santa Cruz County Law Library is a public central library in Santa Cruz, CA. Open 960 hours per year across 48 weeks.
Join elected officials from the City of Capitola and storytime friends while Librarian Laura reads stories, sings songs and reflects on the beauty of the surrounding area. This storytime commemorates the special connection of the location of the Capitola Branch Library has to the historic Rispin...
2nd and 4th Thursdays, 3:00pm to 5:00pm Learn how to craft, build, and survive in the world of Minecraft.edu. Space is limited to 12 on a first-come basis. No advance registration. Ages 8 to 18
A time for free play for children with a participating adult. Arrival and departure times are flexible. This is a drop-in early learning program, where there will be toys for developing and strengthening gross motor skills, as well as providing time for young children to learn socialization skills..
For more information about the series contact: Carol Panofsky • 831-566-2954 • panofsky@cruzio.com MUNCHING WITH MOZART AND FRIENDS is sponsored by The Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries and the Santa Cruz County Music Teachers’ Association of California. It is a monthly...
Discover California's Natural and Cultural History at these free programs at the Garfield Park Library through stories, games, crafts, and other hands-on activities. Parents/caregivers and siblings welcome to join! Participating 7 - 12 year olds can earn Junior Ranger badges & stamps. Adult...
A time for free play for children with a participating adult. Arrival and departure times are flexible. This is a drop-in early learning program, where there will be toys for developing and strengthening gross motor skills, as well as providing time for young children to learn socialization skills..
Central Branch Library is a public branch library in Santa Cruz, CA. Open 2,518 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 44,000 square feet.
Inspired by the book Flora Forager ABC by Bridget Beth Collins, this program will provide children with the opportunity to create a flower placemat with real flower petals. Another option will be to create suncatchers. All materials will be included. This program is intended for children ages 4 and.
We'll share stories, songs, and rhymes in a safe environment. This program is intended for children aged 2-6. Do-it-yourself craft kits will be provided every week.
Along the 850-mile Arizona Trail, which spans the length of the state from Utah to Mexico, diverse ecosystems showcase how climate change is actively altering life as we know it across the Southwest. During fall 2025, The Arizona Republic newspaper’s climate reporter and award winning journalist,...
Drumming gives us an experience where we can be free to connect with ourselves and others, in order to release, restore and heal. It is a universal language where all people can be a part, free from words and concepts so we can experience life with an open heart. Join the Chandler Drum Circle and...
Join Perry Yan?s Magic and enjoy a visual and astonishing magic show, with a dose of humor, sure to delight kids of all ages!
You're invited to enjoy a performance by local student musicians at Chandler Downtown Library on April 6, at 6:00 p.m. A second performance will take place April 13 at Sunset Library. This is part of the Jazz on the Move series, in partnership with the Chandler Jazz Festival and Chandler Special...
This event will be held in the Scotts Valley Community Theater, next door to the library.
Join Sewing for Kids Downtown! A different hand sewing project is offered each month. May's project is a bunny and a carrot. No sewing experience needed.
Drop-In. Join us at Preschool Time for stories, songs and interactive activities! This 45 minute, parent-child engagement program incorporates the five early literacy practices: Sing, Read, Talk, Write, and Play to build school readiness skills. It also includes a craft activity. Remember, you are..
This event will be held in the Scotts Valley Community Theater, next door to the library. This program is sponsored by Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries.
This event will be held in the Scotts Valley Community Theater, next door to the library. This program is sponsored by Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries.
Join us for Storytime featuring songs, rhymes, lap bounces, and stories designed to help preschoolers and babies develop early literacy skills. This program is designed for children ages zero to five and their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! After Storytime, stay for Stay & Play to reinforce..
Join us for a conversation that’s sure to warm your heart (and make your stomach rumble), as we delve into the legacy of cooking icon Julia Child with Smithsonian curator and public historian Paula J. Johnson, author of Julia Child’s Kitchen: The Design, Tools, Stories, and Legacy of an.
Come and celebrate National Library Week by decorating your very own book bag! All supplies will be provided.
Tales to Tails is a literacy program designed to help children improve their reading skills by providing them the opportunity to read to certified therapy dogs. Children must be 6-17 years old, and already reading to some degree. Our volunteer handlers are there to provide support but are not...
Children ages 4 and up, their families and caregivers are invited to join us to make April Seasonal crafts at the Downtown Branch Library. We will be making: Driftwood glass bead windchimes Nature pinch pots Flower bookmarks All materials will be provided. No registration required. You may get...
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