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from the editors Dear Readers, If I could go back in time to any part of my life, it would be summer camp. I went to one they should make a movie about. It was Camp Willoway in Upstate New York and it was an arts and crafty place, billed as being “noncompetitive.”

I usually sum it up this way: our camp trip in 1969 was to the Woodstock festival. I was 13, my sister was 11 and we were in the heart of the biggest hippie gathering ever. We were so unprepared for what it would become.

I was wearing black chinos and a blue button down shirt and brought books to study for school. We bought advance tickets and thought we’d have seats, like we would have at Shoreline Amphitheater. (I kept those ticket stubs with me all the time, until they were stolen from my car at 26th Street Beach. Bummer.

It wasn’t the paradise you might imagine, but it certainly blew a lot of minds. We were supposed to stay for three days, but after the parents saw news reports, the camp made us leave early in the morning of the second day. Now, you probably haven’t heard much about Friday night, which was folk night and for a 13-year-old who only knew of Jimi Hendrix and the Who, it was about as boring as school.

We sat through Richie Havens, who opened the show, but with storms passing through and an unsophisticated sound system, a lot of what he played was blowing in the wind and impossible to hear. Then there was a guru lecturing, Ravi Shankar, Tim Harden, Melanie, Sweetwater (a band

that didn’t profit from the appearance because I bet you still have never heard of them).

I would have greatly enjoyed the show today, but at that time, it was a big yawn just waiting for the big acts we never got to see. We left crying in a school bus and passed out three days of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to the hippies hiking into the show.

That was just one weird memory of a totally freeform artsy camp, probably like nothing today. You still can get plenty of arts or sports or camping, but I doubt anyone in the camps in this issue is heading to Woodstock 50 (I wish I was).

That said, we’ve got some great features in the summer activities issue, with information on camps, schools, trips and hobbies for those months the kids are out of school.

You’ll want to read Jan Pierce’s article on finding the right summer camp.

It’s got some great advice. If you’ve got high school kids, you must read Suki Wessling’s story about how teens are learning skills for technical careers and what will happen to CTE programs in the future. There are huge changes afoot in the county.

What’s the best way to recycle your Christmas tree? Keep it up all year. So says Ramona Pursley in her story inside.

Teacher Lisa Catteral lets you in on her thoughts and secrets in her Behind the Teacher’s Desk column. You will love it.

There’s plenty more inside. Enjoy!

Brad Kava Jennifer Ford

about the cover Growing up in Santa Cruz means one thing to many kids in the area, action sports! Whether it’s surfing, skating, mountain biking, and more, Santa Cruz is often the epicenter for rising talent. We, at Growing Up In Santa Cruz, want to spend a portion of each issue highlighting those rising stars. We want to showcase their talent, who they are, how and why they got started and allow them to inspire future kids to shine just as brightly.

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Photograph by Kevin Painchaud Kevin Painchaud was born and raised in the Santa Cruz mountains.

He was bitten by the photo bug starting in high school. Since then, he has be a photographer and photo editor for several newspapers, staff photographer for a couple of action sports magazines and is now the staff photographer for Growing Up In Santa Cruz. You can see Kevin Painchaud speak and present his drone photography at the Santa Cruz Open Show on Wed. April 24 from 69pm. The show will be at 155 S. River Street (Near Trader Joe's and Mobo Sushi)

ask nicole

Quality Time Matters

By Nicole M. Young, MSW

I recently read that, “According to a [2007] report by the A.C. Nielsen Company, parents spend only 39 minutes per week in meaningful conversation with their children.” Yikes.

That’s less time than it takes me to watch one meaningful episode of This Is Us. Although the report is over 10 years old, I wouldn’t be surprised if this statistic were worse now, given the exponential growth in use of smartphones and social media within the last decade. It makes me wonder how many minutes of meaningful conversation I have with my kids each week, and whether conversations about homework, chores, carpool schedules, spending habits, and sports schedules are considered meaningful. If they aren’t, then I have a lot of catching up to do.

This monthly column provides tips for anyone who is helping raise children, based on the worldrenowned Triple P – Positive Parenting Program, available to families in Santa Cruz County. If you have a question or idea for a future column, please email me at triplep@first5scc.org.

Dear Nicole, My family is doing fine overall – no major conflicts or problems with my kids’ behaviors. But our daily schedule is hectic with school, work, child care, after-school activities, homework, and social activities. Sometimes it seems like we only see each other for a few minutes at the beginning and end of each day, when we’re all too rushed or tired to talk to each other. What can I do to stay connected to my kids and not let our busy lives get in the way?

– Kira Dear Kira, Good question! In Triple P, Quality Time and Talking or Communicating with children and teens are

the first two parenting strategies that are taught, as they form the foundation of strong family relationships and connections. Quality Time can be brief, as long as it’s frequent and focused on things children and teens need or are interested in. This opens the door to Talking and Communicating in both good and difficult times, no matter how busy everyone is. Here are some tips to try: Give kids brief and frequent attention – it adds up over time. Many times, kids only need or want a few minutes of attention before they’re off to the next activity or task. When your child or teen wants to ask, tell, or show you something, stop what you’re doing, make eye contact, and listen (instead of saying “in a minute”). Giving quality time in this way sends the message that they matter, and you care.

Eat at least one meal together each day. Use this time to reconnect with each other, even if it’s only for a short amount of time at the beginning or end of the day. Turn mealtimes into quality time by turning off electronic devices and talking about things each person is thinking, feeling, or doing. This also helps children and teens learn important communication skills, such as taking turns asking questions, talking, and listening.

Turn everyday routines into quality time. Researchers have found that children view everyday routines and hanging out with parents as valuable family time. Imagine that! Talk with your kids on the way to or from child care or school, ask if they need help with homework (even if it’s just helping them review what assignments they have), talk or listen to music while you do chores together, or “make a date” to watch a TV show or movie together. These small moments may seem insignificant but can create a lasting impression.

Play together. Make up a game using your imagination, or play a structured game with rules. Either way, kids of all ages will enjoy laughing and doing something as a family that has nothing to do with chores, school work, or family rules. Playful moments often create the best, longest-lasting family memories.

final thoughts: Quality Time and Talking or Communicating with children and teens are two of the most effective parenting strategies.

Using them can help build and maintain strong relationships with children and teens of all ages, and they don’t have to cost anything except your time and imagination.

Nicole Young is the mother of two children, ages 15 and 18, who also manages Santa Cruz County’s Triple P Positive Parenting Program, the world’s leading positive parenting program.

Scientifically proven, Triple P is made available locally by First 5 Santa Cruz County, the Santa Cruz County Health Services Agency (Mental Health Services Act) and the Santa Cruz County Human Services Department.

To find a Triple P parenting class or practitioner, visit http://triplep.first5scc.org, www.facebook.com/triplepscc or contact First 5 Santa Cruz County at 465-2217 or triplep@first5scc.org.

Do things together without electronic devices. Turn devices off, or at least silenced and out of sight, for an agreed-upon amount of time. Go on walks, play cards or other games, read books, go shopping, play a sport, cook meals, or just sit quietly together. It doesn’t have to be an expensive or all-day activity – when it comes to family time, quality and consistency matter the most.

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sports

Photo by Kevin Painchaud EXTREME AMBITION autumn Hayes, 19, has been traveling the world surfing, but loves the local waves. it was a sparkly day on the waves last month.

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From Growing up in santa Cruz to Competing in australia

By Kevin painchaud

On a brisk Sunday morning I met the young Autumn Hays at Steamers Lane. With her surfboard tucked beneath her arms, I had a few moments to speak with her. It was her final days before she was to go on a trip to Australia to compete in a surfing competition. From growing up in Santa Cruz and going to Mission Hill Middle School then to Santa Cruz High, this 19 year-old-pro is making a name for herself in the surfing world.

Tell me about yourself?

I’m 19 years old and went to school at Santa Cruz High.

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started surfing?

I started surfing when I was in 7th grade.

Did your parents surf?

I’m not from a surfing family, but my dad goes surfing on occasion. But they have always been really supportive of my surfing.

How did you first get into surfing?

I joined the surfing club while at Mission Hills Middle School. In 8th grade I did my first competition.

Then in my freshman year in high school, I started doing bigger competitions and was doing really well.

Throughout high school, I kept on surfing and competing. After I graduated high school, I started to surf full

time.

What countries have you traveled to for your surf competitions?

I have traveled so many places around the world. I’ve been to Mexico, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Tahiti, Barbados, Martinique, Australia, France, Spain, El Salvador, and I’m sure I’m missing a couple others.

Were you able to travel much while you were in high school?

I traveled a little bit for some comps in high school. I was studying full time, so it was hard, but I did a fair amount of competitions that I traveled to.

What do you love about surf-

ing?

I love that every wave is so different. There are so many cool surf destinations. Going on a trip that revolves around surfing is so much fun. There’s always new waves that you want to go surfing. I just love it.

What’s your least favorite thing about surfing?

Probably that you can’t control the ocean. When you are competing you want to get good waves and it gets frustrating because you can’t control it.

Have you ever been scared surfing or had any close

sports

Photo by Kevin Painchaud RIDING HIGH unlike so many local surf stars who get trained by their parents at an early age, santa cruz High graduate autumn Hayes went pro after taking up the adventure sport on her own in middle school. calls?

Last year I was up north and I saw a Great White while I was surfing.

Do you find that females are treated differently in the surfing world than males?

I think that sometimes we do get the worst conditions in competitions but I see that it’s changing now that it’s equal pay. (Starting in September of last year, the World Surf League announced that it will give equal prize money to male and female athletes in all of its events starting in 2019.)

In normal surf spots, do you find guys pretty supportive of females being out there?

Ya, I see it changing a lot. All of my guy friends that are out there have been nothing but really supportive of girls out in the water.

Who are your sponsors?I’m a pro rider for O’Neill, O’Neill surf shop, and Creatures of Leisure What’s next for you? Just keep on competing and get my ranking up.

What would you recommend to kids out there that want to start surfing?

If you really enjoy it, just keep on doing it. Don’t be intimidated by other surfers. Especially if you’re a girl. It can be really intimidating.

What would you say to kids who are interested in surfing?

I’d say to join your middle school surf club. All the teachers are so supportive and help you with resources such as boards and wetsuits. It makes it easy to surf because you have a schedule and tons of friends going with you.

What spots do you recommend for new surfers?

Probably Cowell’s and 38.

What was your inspiration?

Just watching the guys surf the lane (Steamers Lane) that we’re really good. I wanted to be able to surf like that.

Have tips for columns on local kids involved in adventure sports? Send them to editor@growingupsc.com April 2019 • Growing Up In Santa Cruz 7

career

Finding summer Camps with Flair

By Jan pierce

Most of us remember summer camp.

It was great: Rustic cabins, swimming in the lake, arts and crafts, songs around a campfire and capture the flag in the evenings. It still sounds good to me.

But times have changed and lots of kids are more excited to plan a summer adventure around performance academies than attend a traditional summer camp. There are lots of options and while they are not inexpensive, they do offer wonderful opportunities for your kids. They can be week-long overnight experiences, or day camps only.

Here are some of the possibilities.

Check your local area for availability.

Dance and Theater Camps: Dance and theater camps will focus every day on training classes and rehearsals with an eye to a final performance at the end of the camp. Theater offerings may include improvisation, comedy, costume and set design, prop-building, sound mixing, filmmaking, musical theater or stage make-up. Many theater camps offer two or three week options to maximize the quality of the final performances. Dance camps may begin their day programs with children as young as two years and offer ballet, tap and jazz, hip-hop, and modern dance courses ranging in difficulty from beginners to advanced courses. Again, a performance at the end of the course of study is usually the highlight of the camp.

Music Camps: For children interested in advancing their musical skills, or for those who just love to sing, there are tons of music camp options. Children may take private lessons from skilled teachers, or learn to sing or play in ensembles. They can study band instruments, orchestra instruments or focus on just piano or violin. There are classes in music theory, sight-reading, songwriting or voice. A wide variety of musical experiences are available from rock and roll to classical. Music camps are great for honing skills or trying something brand new.

Clown/Circus Camps: Get ready for some fun at circus or clown camps. Kids learn such skills as plate-spinning, balloon-twisting, stilt-walking, scarf juggling or riding a unicycle. Or they can learn to be a clown as they create costumes, learn to apply clown make-up, and learn the gags and slapstick antics of being a clown. Final performances are the norm here as well.

Art Camps: There are lots of opportunities for kids to delve into art and artrelated projects in summer art camps.

Many of these are local and offer day courses for children aged five and up.

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Photo contributed.

SUMMER DAZE day camps, sleep away camps, arts camps, sports camps, fire fighting camps, horse camps, computer camps. santa cruz has so many possibilities. see our Guide on page 26.

Others are destination camps that integrate art activities with traditional summer camp experiences. Abrakadoodles camps offer process art experiences in which the focus is on what is learned as a piece of art is produced. There may be theme-based art camps as well as a wide variety of art training in such skills as drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics and clay sculpture, or origami.

camp. They’ll be immersed in the language, cuisine and culture of another country while at camp. Native speakers will lead the activities as kids learn to sing songs, create skits and play games all designed to deepen their experience in a foreign language. Many language camps end with a special performance or celebration highlighting the learning accomplished.

Science/Technology Camps: STEM courses are all the rage today and well they should be in this age of technology.

Courses in programming, coding, robotics, modeling/animation, video game design and team problem-solving will be available. Often STEM camps are designed around themes such as Minecraft, Legos or Star Wars and offer group challenges. The camps may be offered by your local children’s museums or science centers. Courses in marine science or biological studies may incorporate laboratory experiments while engineering courses may emphasize inventions. Science, technology, engineering and math—get your kids in on the fun.

Adventure Camps: No time for boredom in these summer camps.

Everything from backpacking to rock climbing, wilderness treks to survival hikes, scuba diving to whitewater rafting. What’s your pleasure? Take a look at www.adventurecamp.com.

Foreign Language Camps: If you aren’t taking a trip out of country this summer, you might want your kids to have the benefit of a language summer

Dude Ranches and Horse Camps: Your child will leave city life behind when attending a summer horse camp.

Courses on animal care, roping, riding and vaulting will be given along with extended time to build a relationship with a horse, ride and care for it, and experience some of what it’s like to live on and run a ranch. Leadership, naturebased arts and crafts and swimming might round out the offerings.

Sports Camps: We’re familiar with camps to improve skills in basic sports such as baseball, basketball, football and

soccer. But there are many other choices. How about gymnastics, archery, water-skiing, horseback riding, tennis, crew, field hockey, volleyball or water polo? This might be an opportunity to try a whole new sporting experience and find a sport to enjoy for life.

Check out www.ussportscamps.com.

Miscellaneous Camps: It’s hard to categorize some of the camping experiences available to kids today. How about Social Skills camp, D.J. camp, Extreme Sports camps, Wizards and Warriors Role Playing camp, or Rock and Roll Camp?

If you’re serious about planning a performance summer camp experience for your kids, do your research early.

These camps tend to fill up early and there are specials on the costs if you apply early.

Here are a few websites to help you with your summer camp research: www.kidscamps.com www.summercamps.com www.mysummercamps.com Jan Pierce, M.Ed., is a retired teacher and the author of Homegrown Readers and Homegrown Family Fun. Find Jan at www.janpierce.net

education behind The desk

Observing a digital day

By Lisa Catterall

I never teach my pupils, I only attempt to provide the conditions in which they can learn.

Albert Einstein Recently my family was snowed in at a lodge in Tahoe.

The roads were closed, and the news declared that students in their district would not take a snow day, they would observe a “Digital Day.” Any time I use something with an electronic screen in my classroom, the students practically wriggle with joy. It’s like they have been wrapped in a warm blanket, plopped on the couch with a cup of hot chocolate, and given a foot rub. It’s an audible sigh of psychic relief; Finally, We Are Comfortable!

In fact, this year, I’ve discovered so many new features on the web that I believe I could probably carry off a “digital day” in my classes. The kids might learn more of the curriculum from the syllabus than they can when they are in a room full of their friends. Isn’t that supposed to be my goal, delivery of the content on the syllabus, as approved by the school and the district and the state?

Our school was conceived of by a woman who wrote her Ph.D. on something she called the “implicit curriculum.” That’s the framework schools provide so that students can learn to operate in a community together. It includes the golden rule, honoring differences, self-discipline, reaching goals, picking up after yourself, and, hopefully, personal growth.

One day in the summer, I visited campus, and a group offering personal growth retreats had rented out our assembly room. There was a large sign at the turnaround in front of the school which read “Speaking from the Heart.

Room A3.”

Why isn’t THAT on our kids’ schedules? If a typical eleventh grader, one year from graduating to adulthood, is taking “Calculus, AP Literature, Spanish 3, American History, Physics, and Theatre,” could they not take “Logical Thinking, Looking Deeply, Honoring Differences, Knowing your Place in the Span of Humanity, Getting Comfortable with Complexity, and Expressing Yourself in Your Community” instead?

Wait. THEY ARE! I just renamed the classes.

I’m not certain, however, that the

second list of course titles could accurately name classes taught mostly through digital days.

This morning, two students burst into my classroom early, having a high pitch conversation about being just “SO DONE” with high school. That turned into a conversation with me about what it feels like to face a big life transition.

Earlier, as we were learning about how cancer drugs are made, students shared their personal stories about cancer with one another. Conversations, and human faces with nothing but air between them, take us places beyond the curriculum, all the time, every day.

Even teaching something from the content, something totally dry, is difficult for me to picture without seeing a student’s face. I completed a masters’ degree entirely online, and I learned an enormous amount about myself, my fellow students, and the world. But I still cannot imagine what it might be like to teach an eighth grader how to do algebra without watching their face comprehend each little idea, or seeing the order in which they write numbers down on a page.

Can I Skype teach then? I’d see the face, see the work going on…

No. Eleven years ago I went to see a mentor teacher of mine, and found her standing in the middle of a playground with an intense look of focus on her face. I started to ask her a practical question and she immediately silenced me.

“Sssshhh. We are learning the everyday pitch and tone of the kids’ voices so we will know right away when something goes wrong.” I looked around and all the teachers were doing the same thing.

Listening. Sensing. Using intuition.

Feeling the vibe. Yes, I went there. The VIBE. Me, a quantitative and methodical math teacher.

I can’t say there is not learning magic in technology. To be able to bring TED Talks into my classroom in the blink of an eye, or use an online discussion board to elicit deeper critical thinking, is a gift from the pixel universe. I’m glad that those billions of bits of information are floating in the air around us, ready to be summoned at the touch of a keystroke. I think my single favorite use of tech in the classroom is the giant panda cam, streaming pandas going about their day at the San Diego Zoo in real time. Their charisma draws out many an interesting conversation and story and piques curiosity about biology, geography, environmental science, and other topics.

But “digital days?” Only during winter storms, please.

Lisa Catterall teaches STEAM, math, science, and art at Mount Madonna School.

She has authored curriculum frameworks for California and Kentucky on arts education as a senior associate of the Centers for Research on Creativity. She is a former Middle School Director and the founder of a STEAM engineering program. She lectures

and trains teachers and administrators on innovation in education in Chaoyang District’s foreign experts program in Beijing, China. After spending 14 years in biotechnology, she began her teaching career as a middle school math teacher in her mid-thirties. Lisa has five children and has lived in Santa Cruz County for most of her life.

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go green Green FaMiLy LivinG

Local shopper selfie My main goal in this column is to feature local people who are doing their little bit to improve our community and our world. By chance, I noticed a Facebook post by Canaan Sasha, who detailed a few of the ways she is trying to improve her shopping habits. I need to talk to this person, I thought! And I did.

Canaan has lived and worked in Santa Cruz most of her life, and her enthusiasm for our little corner of the universe is infectious. Here is an edited version of our conversation about how to save the world, one little purchase at a time.

What is your project?

I started doing this a little over six months ago, trying to commit fully to being as green as possible and consider the waste that comes from a lot of food products. I have lived in Santa Cruz al-

By Suki Wessling bring them back to have them reuse most my whole life. We have a lot of them. stores that make waste-free shopping possible. I am so surprised when I go Why do you think some into stores in other places that have people are hesitant to things like zucchini wrapped in plastic. do this?

I think that’s so unnecessary!

I think sometimes for folks who might be wanting to do a more of a reWhich local stores make duced-waste living, it can seem like an waste-free shopping awkward interaction. ‘I brought my easiest? own box, will they think that’s weird?’

Small grocery stores like Staff of Life But that’s not something I’ve found. are really great. They have bulk beauty People are used to it. When I go to buy products, even things I’d never bought my meats, I have them put the meat before in bulk like massage oil. I like directly into a Tupperware that I shopping local farmers markets as well, brought. Not only are they really cool though sometimes things get busy and about it but they also give a 50-cent I’m not able to do it. I like going durdiscount! ing the summer to get my berries because one thing I see in my local Is waste-free shopping grocery store is that berries are in plasmore expensive? tic containers. At the farmer’s market I’m trying to be more mindful they will have them in paper boxes. If about the money I spend in general— they come in plastic green boxes I can

it’s expensive to live here. But I got rid of my Amazon Prime account, and I’ve vowed to shop local as much as possible. It’s great to support local businesses, that helps the local economy.

You can’t beat the convenience of doing it online, it just shows up at my house. But it’s important to try to minimize the environmental costs, too.

If you can find things in a nonchain store, that’s best. That’s not necessarily economically viable for everyone in the community, but I take that responsibility pretty seriously because I know it’s not going to be possible for everyone.

Thanks to Canaan and to all of you who are doing your little bit to generate less waste in our community! If you or your business is doing something to promote Green Family Living, please contact us. We’d be happy to feature you.

Green Tip

Look for alternatives to Compostable To-Go Ware

By Meredith Keet, Founder the Zero shop In 2017, the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors passed new rules for restaurants requiring that all food to-go ware provided to customers in unincorporated areas of Santa Cruz County be recyclable or certified compostable. At the time, this seemed to be a promising step forward. Now, for those of us without access to industrial composting, we do have to wonder, once we’ve carried these certified compostable items home, what do we with them? Can we recycle them? Can we throw them in our home compost bins? With a few exceptions, the answer to both of these questions is ac-

tually...“No”.

For many recycling centers, these bio-plastic compostables are often seen as contaminants when mixed with regular plastics and can make our already difficult to recycle plastics even more difficult to recycle. As for composting, certified compostable dishware typically requires a much higher temperature for breakdown than our backyard compost heaps can generate.

This means that it would never break down in your home compost or that it may take years at best. Ultimately, we should be placing these materials in the trash bin if we cannot compost

them industrially. There is debate about whether in the landfill they break down similar to the way plastics do or if they are even worse for the environment due to the release of methane, a powerful greenhouse gas, as they break down.

As you can see, these compostable alternatives to single-use plastic are not the silver bullet we all were hoping for.

It’s tricky and further complicated by our lack of access to industrial composting. What can you do? Instead of grabbing a single-use compostable container, you might consider bringing your own reusable container for

take-away, be it a coffee mug, bamboo utensils, or any old container from home. You can also reach out to your local representative to ask for municipal composting!

The Zero Shop serves as a resource for building sustainable habits into our everyday lives.

We strive to create a positive impact on our community and beyond for the health and future of our planet.

Find us online at www.thezeroshopsc.com and at 101 Capitola Ave in Capitola Village!

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around town

another book Fair is Coming

By Sylvia patience Book loving children and teens, their parents and teachers, are invited to meet local authors, hear them read from their works, and buy autographed books. The downtown branch of the Santa Cruz Public Library will host the SANTA CRUZ BOOK FAIR FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES on Sunday, April 28 from 1-3 pm.

This year’s BOOK FAIR kicks off the hundredth anniversary of Children’s Book Week, the longest-running national celebration of books for young people and the joy of reading.

Over one thousand schools, libraries, and bookstores will celebrate Children’s Book Week from April 29 to May 5 from coast to coast in all 50 states. The theme for this year’s celebration is Read Now • Read Forever.

Eight local authors; Linda Covella, Diane Landy, Christine Z. Mason, C. Lee McKenzie, Sylvia Patience, Misa Sugiura, Claudia Makeyev, and Anastasia Suen will read passages from their books, show slides, or provide pages for coloring. Readings will include picture books for young children, selections from middle grade fiction for eight to twelve-year-olds, and young adult fiction for teens. Authors will autograph books available for sale and answer audience questions. A portion of the proceeds from sales go to the Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Library.

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The SANTA CRUZ BOOK FAIR FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES follows one held at the library in Fall, 2016 and is part of a long tradition starting with the renowned Frankfurt Book Fair, first held over 500 years ago in the Middle Ages, still the largest book fair in the world, lasting five days with more than 7,000 exhibitors from over 100 countries.

The first Santa Cruz Book Fair in 2016 was the inspiration of local author Linda Covella. Once again, she has called upon other local writers of books for children to participate and help organize the April event. Linda says, “I see the Book Fair as a celebration of the Santa Cruz community’s love of reading. I hope it will encourage readers of all ages and give them a chance to engage with some local authors.”

Victor Willis, Librarian, is coordinating the book fair for the library. The Fair will be held at the library’s downtown branch, 224 Church Street, in the Upstairs Meeting Room next to the Young People’s Room. The organizers hope to make it an ongoing Santa Cruz tradition.

For more information, contact linda@lindacovella.com or check the library’s website, santacruzpl.org in April.

career Career TeChniCaL eduCaTiOn

it’s not your Father’s vocational school

By Suki Wessling Aptos and South County, presents a grid that shows his high schools supporting pathways derived from all the major industries that hire in this area, including health, hospitality, transportation, media, communication, agriculture, engineering, construction, and business.

If this seems like more of the same, think again. CTE is an integrated plan, serving students in regular high schools who may take a course out of casual interest or pursue a full pathway with intent to work in the industry after graduation, often with certifications. Students are also fully prepared to attend community college or fouryear universities. Unlike past vocational programs, students are not locked in.

“CTE programs are shifting to more college and career,” explains Hoffman. “You’re not only in a career path or only college bound. We will be building signature pathways at each of our high schools, Pajaro Valley, Watsonville, Aptos, and Renaissance. It’s

going to be what those high schools are known for.”

CTE courses focus on individual skills; CTE pathways integrate skills needed in a sector with hands-on, reallife applications. High schools are looking to industry not only to recruit teachers, but also to support their students—while at high school and beyond.

In order to do that, they need to prepare the students not only to perform the tasks that would be part of their job in the industry, but also to be ready with job skills such as interviewing, resume writing, and making portfolios. Although some teachers express hesitation at requiring students heading for the trades to do UC preparatory class, they all agree that becoming proficient in all the subject areas will serve the students’ needs best in the long run.

Addicted to making a difference Key to CTE’s success are the teach-

Photo by Jennifer Angelacos.

BUILDING BLOCKS the days when wood shop students built bookends are over. now, they build stereos, cabinets, boats and houses.

Soquel High School’s woodshop is a large, airy, and loud space. Soquel’s Industrial Arts and Woodshop teacher, Hal Rovick, has to raise his voice almost to a shout as he points out the equipment, the students, and their projects. These students in his advanced class are focused and independent. One young woman shows off the shelving unit she is making with half-circles of hand-polished tree trunk. A small group confers about a project in another corner.

Rovick raves about the jobs some of his former students hold. “They went straight from my classes to industry,” he says, ticking off the well-paying, steady jobs that former students hold.

“I have two students at a cabinet shop, one student in the electrician’s union.”

It’s all in a day’s work in the county’s Career Technical Education (CTE) classrooms.

If you had taken this class 10 years ago, it would have been called ROP. If you had taken it a generation ago, it might have been part of a dedicated vocational program. But CTE isn’t just a new name; it’s a shift in how these courses are being funded and managed, how they are integrated into a college prep curriculum, and who is teaching them.

How did we get here?

In the distant past, students were usually tracked into the program that fit their father’s profession. The kids of factory workers went one direction; the kids of professors went another.

Through the years, this tracking proved to be restrictive and schools moved to integrating career programs into schools.

The current model is so new the pixels aren’t dry on the web pages explaining them. Everything students know about CTE this year is in flux, given the shift in funding that will move administration and hiring from the county level mostly to the individual districts.

Change is in the air.

Julia Hodges, Director of Secondary Curriculum at Santa Cruz City Schools (SCCS), has announced that SCCS will offer 30 different CTE courses in 14 pathways (areas of focus). Funded by Measure O tax revenue from the community, SCCS is pushing their newest pathway, Computer Science, into all three district high schools, Santa Cruz, Harbor, and Soquel.

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career ers, who largely have worked in the industry they teach. Jenny Angelacos is in her sixteenth year of teaching Digital Media in CTE programs, but she didn’t know that’s where she would end up.

“I felt like I was a at a fork in my path: Do I want to get into teaching or do I want to go into doing what I’ve been studying?”

Angelacos worked in graphic design and video production when she “fell into” a CTE position teaching photography at Watsonville High.

“It felt so fulfilling to teach kids these skills and open their eyes to the world around them using cameras,” she remembers. “I got addicted to wanting to make a difference in a young person’s life.”

That dedication was crystallized by watching her students not only succeed in school, but in life. She relates the story of a gifted graphic design student at Harbor who confided that his dream was to work at Apple. With Angelacos’s support, he submitted his portfolio to a countywide contest that previously had only given awards in each sector—medical technology, automotive, etc. That year they invented an “overall portfolio winner” award for her student, who went on to study at Cal Poly.

Where is that student now? Working at Apple.

Hal Rovick at Soquel connects his students with the unions in their sector so they can get the highest paying, most secure jobs. He points out that they don’t stay in entry -level jobs for long.

“One student is at a cabinet shop in Morgan Hill,” he says. “He worked on the floor there for a while and now he’s doing CAD programs for that company. He’s 21!”

Other stories are even more impressive. Rovick taught one memorable teen who had started a business building wood stereo cabinets for vehicles. When he came to Rovick’s class, the teacher was hard on him, showing him how poorly built the cabinets were, unable to stand up to the vibrations they’d be subjected to. The student improved his product and his business thrived. A few years after high school, Rovick ran into him and heard that his business had been bought by a business in San Jose—he was now working on Lamborghinis. A few years after that, they connected on Facebook.

The student was now at Tesla, making some of the finest car stereos in the world.

Rovick relates their conversation with a laugh: “He said to me, ‘Dude, it’s like, I work with MS’s and PhD’s and they go ‘blah blah blah’ and then they look at me and say, ‘What do you

think?’”

“When you talk about the trades, people think you’re going to spend four years in an apprenticeship and then you’re stuck for the rest of your life,” Rovick says. “Not true, you can just keep going up.”

CTE is about community Everyone involved in CTE stresses that the program won’t work if it isn’t integrated into the community. At SCCS, it starts with the funding approved through Measure O in 2015.

“It does help for the community to know what we’re doing because that’s their funding,” Angelacos explains.

“The benefit is when people really understand the value of what they’re bringing to their community.”

Next, the teachers largely come in from the community with industry experience. Hoffman is looking to local industry to provide teachers for the growing programs in PVUSD. Teachers like Angelacos and Soquel High’s Rovick bring their connections and industry know-how into the classroom.

Further, teachers create partnerships with local business, giving students real projects to put on their resumes and real connections in their industry.

Teachers are also very aware of trying to be inclusive within their own school community, making sure to

make their courses work for women and minority students who may not have felt comfortable in the environment before.

Finally, everyone hopes that CTE will better serve the needs of local industries that might right now have to look elsewhere for talent.

“We look at where’s the demand for jobs,” Hoffman explains. “Not any job, but those jobs that would have a living wage for the area. If there’s a high demand for that job, we may have that at all three high schools. For example, we will have Health pathways at all three high schools.”

CTE is about the students Even educators and administrators with a passion for helping students can sometimes endorse restrictive paths that don’t serve students’ actual needs.

The “college for everyone” craze devalued the sorts of jobs that require apprenticeship or certification instead of four-year university. Many “vocational schools” have prepared students only for narrow fields that disappeared or were saturated by the time the students graduated.

CTE aims to be more flexible.

Everyone involved stressed the importance of helping students experience meaningful work while in high school—for better and for worse.

“Ruling something out is also a great thing,” Hoffman points out.

Some students learn that the career they were thinking about really isn’t for them.

Other students find their passion without planning to. “Every year I have students who enter my class and they didn’t even know what graphic design is,” Angelacos muses. “Now they know it’s what they want to do with their future. It amazes me!”

In any case, everyone involved in developing this new approach says that the key to modern job preparation is flexibility. Unlike in the past when a student might start a career after high school and maintain it throughout life, young adults now face a job market where many potential jobs didn’t even exist ten years ago.

Such volatility makes flexibility an asset.

“If we’re preparing them for [college or career], maybe they don’t know what they want but if they do change their mind they are able to do it,” Hoffman explains. “They don’t have to go back to adult school or remediation: they took the courses to go to college, they took some CTE, they got some experience. It’s preparing them for a multitude of things.”

Suki Wessling is a local writer and educator. She teaches online at Athena’s Advanced Academy and blogs about education and parenting at www.SukiWessling.com.

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entertainment aLWays aMused

Living a dream La seLva beaCh naTive Finds Career in TheMe park indusTry

By Erik Chalhoub What started as a kindergarten hobby has turned into a lifelong passion for La Selva Beach native Nicholas Laschkewitsch, and he has taken that love to find not only a career, but the opportunity to work on

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a project that will be seen by millions of people from throughout the globe.

If you plan to brave the crowds later this year when Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is slated to open at Disneyland, you too can see just what Laschkewitsch helped make a reality.

Laschkewitsch recently wrapped up a fivemonth internship at Walt Disney Imagineering, a prestigious group of folks who dream up and build everything you see at Disney theme parks.

“My five-month stint at WDI truly grounded my love and passion for the themed entertainment industry, and the friendships I made while there will last a lifetime,” he said.

Noting that he can’t spill the details of his work, as everything regarding Galaxy’s Edge has been kept as quiet as possible before its public reveal in the summer, Laschkewitsch said he worked on Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, which will be one of the flagship attractions in the massive themed area, calling it “an incredible experience and honor.”

“The amount of detail going not only into this attraction, but the entire Galaxy’s Edge land, is a sight to behold, and I am excited to check it all out in person later this year,” he said.

Laschkewitsch, who graduated from Aptos High School, attended Cabrillo College before transferring to San Jose State University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering in May 2018.

He’s known what field of study he wanted to pursue since he was 5 years old, when he received the critically-acclaimed PC game, “RollerCoaster Tycoon.” In that game, players build and construct their own roller coasters, and design fictional theme parks around them.

Around that same time, Laschkewitsch and his family began making frequent visits to what was then known as Paramount’s Great America in Santa Clara, riding the small collection of kiddy coasters before working his way up to the larger, more intense offerings.

“It was this combination of events, mostly ‘RollerCoaster Tycoon,’ though, that made me want to strive-

photo contributed.

STAR LORES What star Wars lover wouldn’t want to spent the past year where aptos High grad nicholas laschkewitsch spent his time, designing disney’s new top secret Galaxy’s edge theme rides. He got his early inspiration to be a ride designer at the Beach Boardwalk. for designing roller coasters as an adult, way back then,” Laschkewitsch recalled. “Sadly, I actually do not recall my first roller coaster ride, though it was likely a roller coaster at Great America – I’m guessing either Green Slime Mine Car or Taxi Jam as they would have been known then. It is ironic I don’t remember, considering how important they are to my life.”

As roller coasters began playing a larger role in his life, Laschkewitsch began studying them on the internet, where he discovered Playland-Not-atthe-Beach, a now-closed museum in El Cerrito that was dedicated to the former Playland at the Beach amusement park in San Francisco while also paying homage to other smaller parks.

It was there in 2009 Laschkewitsch and his father Brian met the late owner, Richard Tuck, who told them about the American Coaster Enthusiasts, a group of fellow roller coaster fans from throughout the country that strive to preserve, learn about and enjoy the thrill rides.

Laschkewitsch and his family joined the group, and immediately attended a behind-the-scenes tour of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk that

ACE was holding. Surrounded by like-minded individuals, he became more involved with the group, and now serves as the Northern California Regional Representative, and has developed a series of short films and documentaries on a variety of industry subjects.

But through all the volunteering, trade show attendances and a longtime friendship with a Disney Imagineer, Laschkewitsch knew that a career in the industry was within his grasp, so he applied for an internship with the largest theme park company in the world.

Not surprisingly, it worked out.

“I was lucky that all of my passion was noticed and showed very well in my interview with them and thought I would be a great fit in the Ride Engineering department,” he said. “I still remember the day when I got accepted, and I just could not believe it.

I still can’t believe it happened, and I’m not even there anymore!”

Now that his internship is over, Laschkewitsch landed a job as a technical designer at LA ProPoint in Sun Valley, which specializes in rigging systems and show action equipment, such as the mechanical systems you might spot in a Disneyland attraction.

“It is truly exciting to be working on theme park projects full-time using my mechanical engineering degree, and I hope to someday, sooner rather than later, end up designing or working on a roller coaster project,” he said.

“As you know, it’s the dream!”

So for all you young children who absolutely love playing “Planet Coaster” or can’t get enough airtime while riding on local coasters and want to break into the industry, Laschkewitsch has this advice: “Get out there and don’t be afraid to reach outside of your comfort zone.”

Join ACE. Set up a chapter of the Themed Entertainment Association at your university. Attend the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions tradeshow in Orlando. And don’t forget to bring your resume when you brush shoulders with some of the heavyweights in the industry.

“The themed entertainment world is one happy family where everyone knows everyone,” Laschkewitsch said.

“Yes, we may compete with each other, but it’s the friendships and passionate people who work for themed entertainment that make it a wonderful industry to work in.”

career

Local author pens Magical Music book

By S. F. Davis

Author B. T. Brunelle has called Santa Cruz home since 1968. A UCSC honors graduate, she continued there as a music lecturer, emphasis on voice and songwriting. She founded the original Santa Cruz School of Music in the 70s and headlined at all the hot spots: The Catalyst (where this town became a music mecca), Crows Nest, Crepe Place, Club Zayante, and Kuumbwa, where she performed and taught for years.

Ms. Brunelle’s sultry, rich voice carried her original compositions to L. A. audiences, too, among them at the Troubadour, Ice House and McCabes.

She, husband Jon Brunelle and other partners owned The Guitar Works on Pacific Avenue—which, with Union Grove and Cymbaline, formed the triumvirate of super-professional yet chill guitar heavens. Because of her Santa Cruz Singers Workshops and Singers Showcases, and her training of many Santa Cruz voice coaches, she is still remembered as the woman who initiated an evergrowing vocal community in Santa Cruz.

Stricken with an auto immune condition and largely confined to home, Ms. Brunelle daily overcomes the effects of her disability and makes something wonderful for others. In association with fellow singer/songwriter Frankie Moreno, and breaking into young adult fiction, Ms. Brunelle’s creativity is alive and well.

Parents who want their kids to be avid readers will be quite happy for Frankie’s Fantastic Piano. It’s fun. It’s a genuine page-turner. It builds vocabulary. An ordinary young boy becomes a real hero under the kinds of circumstances we love to shiver over.

Three-time Las Vegas Headliner of the Year Frankie Moreno is the inspiration for both volumes of The Adventures of Frankie More. Ms. Brunelle has co-authored 100 songs with Moreno over 21 years. When Brunelle was ready to move into fiction, her protagonist had to be a piano-playing boy named Frankie.

Frankie Moreno was a child prodigy on the piano in his native Santa Cruz, is a prodigious songwriter and performer, so loved where he’s given thousands of performances that three days are officially Frankie Moreno Days in Las Vegas. He’s played Carnegie Hall with the New York Philharmonic, and recorded duets with violinist, Joshua Bell.

Particularly appropriate for grades four and up, Frankie’s Fantastic Piano puts Mozart and a living, enchanted piano together with time travel, dastardly pirates, 18th Century English

Photo contributed.

MUSICAL MAGIC although she was confined to home by an autoimmune disease, santa cruz author B.t. Brunelle found ways to take herself and her readers on fantastic trips. ballrooms and a world-wide cert pianist. A pirate ship, an evil capfundraiser at the Civic Auditorium to tain, several young, musical friends benefit hospitals and schools in the whose father Frankie rescues, are 21st Century! Evil characters perish, parts of the high action. In the midst generally due to their own ignorance of all these momentous events, and greed. Heroes survive grave Frankie gets to hear a young Mozart threats to their lives. There are lots of in person, figuring the piano could dialogue and character development, have been invented just for the massigns of high quality books for young ter composer. people.

There’s more to the Frankie books A glance at the Table of Contents than imagination and excitement. reveals how much action and exciteJon Brunelle, the author’s husband ment our hero encounters. At The and collaborator declares, “The books Haunted Mansion Frankie More have magic in them. Magic and meets a living piano that will become music can be hooked together easily. his friend and savior when two very Music is magical in itself. bad guys threaten his life. “Grave “The books evoke compassion,” Danger,” “The Red Death,”“Abandon continues Brunelle. “Frankie doesn’t Ship,” and “The Dark Discovery” alhesitate to save others even at his own lude to challenges that Frankie faces risk, so there’s courage, loyalty and in the 18th Century — before his caring about others. Honesty. He has a sense of right and wrong. And he’s Fantastic Piano transports him back brave, not as in macho but as in to this time. The piano takes Frankie doing the right thing.” to 1765 London because it is there Ms. Brunelle says, “In Frankie’s that he will find and save a great con-

Fantastic Piano a lot of responsibility is placed on his shoulders when he has to perform a rescue. In the second book, The Time Gambler, Frankie’s the one to hold the mantle of great power. There’s an enormous amount of virtue in this boy.”

That’s why he doesn’t abuse the power.

The Time Gambler is even more ambitious than the first book. Marauding ETs from many light years distance are barreling through space in search of a particular mineral their civilization requires. They go from planet to planet, looking to harvest what they need, leaving behind bludgeoned wastelands. On the same day Frankie discovers the diabolical ETs’ plans he must perform at a national music competition in Las Vegas. You will not be surprised to learn that he wins first place.

Only Frankie and his piano can figure out the catastrophic plot. Then it’s up to them to save earth. In a surprising twist, Frankie communicates to the evil female ET commanderpilot in a way that makes her re-consider the deadly attack. Without giving away the surprise, let’s just say music wins over the machine.

Frankie’s followers in Volume 1 and Volume 2 of The Adventures of Frankie More want to know if Ms. Brunelle is writing Volume 3. “Yes, I am!” she says. We’ll find out what possible adventure could top saving the earth.

“My four grandchildren had to wait for their grandfather to finish reading Frankie’s Fantastic Piano before they could get their hands on it.

We all love this fun, thrilling and original book, and recommend it for the entire family.” —Bob Pavlovich “This unforgettable story should come with a warning: Once you pick it up, you won’t be able to put it down. Each chapter is bursting with adventure, surprise, suspense and meaningful messages.” —Kathryn Sanchez, Manager, Teacher, Community Volunteer and Mother “Frankie’s Fantastic Piano is one of the best books we’ve ever read. It opened up a whole world of imagination and left us with an incredible experience that we’ll never forget. . . . It felt like we were right there in the story, sometimes getting massive goose bumps and shivers all over, and often laughing so hard we couldn’t stop.” —The Loutfi Sisters, Sally, Dima and Maya, ages 9, 15 and 16.

Take a nice day trip to Bookshop Santa Cruz to get both volumes of The Adventures of Frankie More. You may order the books at amazon, too.

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kids read bOOk revieWs

by kids for kids By vincent, 6th grade at santa cruz children’s school Flotsam Flotsam is about a boy at the seaside in the modern times. He discovers a sea camera. Then he sees pictures of ocean wonders and of all the people before him that have discovered the camera. He takes a picture of himself, but a wave hits him and the sea camera is lost, then another child discovers the sea camera.

My favorite part of the story is when the boy sees all the pictures of the underwater camera. David Wiesner is the author and the illustrator of the book. You can find this book at our school or on ebay and amazon.

I would rate this book 5/5 stars.

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone The book is about Harry Potter, a “servant” who lives at his aunt and uncle’s house, then gets an invitation to go to Hogwarts School of Witch-

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craft and Wizardry. He makes some friends (Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger) and the adventure begins.

While in Hogwarts he and his friends discover that one of his teachers is evil and I can't give that away.

Readers may want to read this because there is magic in this story.

Most part of the story takes place in Hogwarts (somewhere in underground England). This story takes place in the modern times.

This is a adventure book, but it takes place in a small area (the Hogwarts castle). A unexpected moment in the story is when Harry Potter catches the golden snitch. J.K. Rowling is the author and Mary Grandpre the illustrator of Harry Potter (yes, there are pictures.) The first print was in September of 1999. You can find a copy of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone at Bookshop Santa Cruz, or online. This book is also a movie. I would rate this book 5/5 stars.

county scoop The Census:

being Counted Matters!

By Zach Friend, county supervisor

Once each decade, the U.S. Census Bureau attempts to count every person in the United States.

The next count will occur in a year and will be the first to rely heavily on online responses.

Here in our county, we are doing a lot to ensure everyone is counted.

Why does it matter?

An accurate count of our state’s population is essential. The data collected by the Census determines the number of seats each state has in the U.S. House of Representatives and is used to distribute billions of dollars in federal funds to state and local governments. This means that the Census numbers directly impact

funding for essential programs right here in Santa Cruz County. Health programs, children’s programs and more rely on federal funding that is distributed in part through these counts.

What are the challenges to an accurate count?

The primary challenge is the undercount of certain population groups. This is particularly the case in California and right here in Santa Cruz County. Areas that have foreign-born residents, renters, individuals living in homes without a broadband subscription (as many in the rural areas of our county), people living close to or below the poverty line, and children younger than five years old. These difficult-to-count populations mean that we may undercount residents.

What outreach is being done?

California launched a statewide effort to ensure an accurate and complete count of Californians in the 2020 Census. The “California Complete Count” is California’s 2020 Census effort and is handling outreach with a particular focus on the hardest-to-count residents. The state invested over $100 million toward this effort and Santa Cruz County applied for funding to perform outreach locally. Local governments, community-based organizations and the media are all partnering to ensure information is shared. This is on top of national work being performed by the U.S. Census Bureau.

All materials will be translated, social media and traditional media outreach will be conducted and informational events will be held throughout the community.

How can I learn more?

First, you are always welcome to contact my office with any questions at 454-2200. The state has a website dedicated to the Census at https://census.ca.gov/ - the County has a resource page going up in April that can be found at www.santacruzcounty.us. There are local Census staff that can help and local nonprofit organizations such as the Community Action Board that will be doing outreach to ensure everyone is accurately counted.

As always, I appreciate your feedback.

If you have any questions or comments you can call me at 454-2200.

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birth matters

birth history – know it!

By Laura Maxson, lm

Celeste Philips died on March 7. I am rerunning this article highlighting the contributions she made to our collective birth history in honor of her impactful life. Rest in Peace.

Celeste Phillips might look like a soft-spoken 80 year-old woman, but she has a powerful voice. She recently spoke before a gathering of midwives, nurses, doulas and others at the Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, making a living connection between yesterday and today.

Families in our community have certain expectations when they go to the hospital to give birth. They expect to labor and give birth in the same room, on the same bed. They anticipate the baby going straight

into their arms and staying with them until they go home. They can choose pain medications if wanted or needed, that will not fog the mind.

They can have their partner or support person with them throughout.

Young and future consumers of maternity care don’t always realize that today’s options were shaped by conflicts of yesterday. The “Birth Happens” Midwives @ the MAH Pop-Up exhibit provided many opportunities to learn about and experience birth history. During the three-hour event in May, kids crawled through the “get born” tunnel, parents added stickers to the county map of birth locations, folks laughed as they sat on the birth stools, and were surprised by all the hospitals in the

county that have come and gone.

First-hand accounts of childbirth by early residents were featured on large displays focused on the changing custom, places and culture of childbirth and midwifery in Santa Cruz County.

The displays took viewers through Native American traditions, and the history of early immigrant midwives, to the later underground, self-taught midwives of the 1970s and up to today’s licensed and certified nurse midwives practicing in homes and hospitals.

While Celeste Phillips might have projected a little-old-white-hairedlady persona, it was quickly dispelled by her powerful story and contribution to our collective birth history.

Reaching into a shopping bag she pulled out a sturdy leather strap. As she buckled the padded strap to her wrist, she told about how these were used on her own wrists and ankles to secure her to the bed when she was in labor.

At the beginning of her nursing career, Ms Phillips applied the same restraints to the laboring women under her care. Strapping laboring women to their beds sounds cruel, but she made it clear that it was part of compassionate nursing care in an era when strong, mind-altering and amnesiac drugs were given routinely.

In an effort to protect women from labor pain women were instead drugged out of their right minds, often so out of touch with reality that they needed to be protected from hurting themselves and their babies, by restraining them to bed with leather straps.

There were some in the audience shocked and confused about what was being said. Strapping incoherent women to beds during labor was part of our birthing history, so recent that this woman speaking experienced it, and this was the first they were hear-

information: Read more about Celeste Rose Phillips in her obituary in the Santa Cruz Sentinel online Birth Happens was created by: elizabeth Yznaga linda Walsh Kate Bowland rona meakin (and many volunteers) Birth Happens appears at the san lorenzo Valley museum in 2018 ing about it? Women then were promised not only pain-free birth but to also be free from any memories of the process. Family members were not allowed to be with women during labor or birth, but nurses, witnessing the deplorable condition of women in labor, advocated for change.

Ms. Phillips, RN, EdD, literally wrote the book(s) on family centered maternity care. Fathering: Participation in Labor and Birth, came out in 1978. Family-centered maternity care and the move to birthing rooms were the focus of several books, courses and papers over the years.

Change is always on the horizon with birth. Some women feel that the current promise of pain-free birth can unexpectedly come with its own set of restraints in the form of cables and monitors. And while there is full memory of birth, deep inside a laboring woman’s body there is a different kind of amnesia going on as the hormonal cocktail of labor looses the release of stress hormones and the complimentary release of endorphins. Adding in synthetic oxytocin (Pitocin) IV can stimulate strong contractions, but also can diminish the organic oxytocin released in the brain with labor while saturating oxytocin receptors in the body.

In coming years we will surely see changes and that come from advocacy of parents, nurses, midwives, doctors, doulas and childbirth educators. Get involved and you can be an advocate.

Laura Maxson, LM, CPM, the mother of three grown children, has been working with pregnant and breastfeeding women for over 30 years. Currently she is the executive director of Birth Network of Santa Cruz County and has a homebirth midwifery practice.

Contact her at midwife@scshop.com or postmaster@birthnet.org

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video game Christmas in July (and april, May, June, etc.)

By Ramona pursley

During the holidays our family has two Christmas trees in our home.

One is in the entryway by the front door and the other is a smaller one in a corner of the dining room, which is the kids’ tree. The tree is artificial, prelit and four feet tall. The kids usually choose a theme and decorate it themselves every year. We usually take both trees down right after New Years Day. This year, the kids were very sad to have to take down their tree. We gave it some thought and collectively came up with an idea. For this year, we decided to keep the tree up and decorate it for any holiday or birthday that comes up throughout the year.

First up was Valentines Day. In order to keep it inexpensive and creative, we went to the dollar store and got some decorations. They carry so many cute things for special holidays and parties. Next we went to a fabric store and bought a couple of yards of inexpensive Valentine-themed fabric.

My daughter’s nanny, who is very skilled with our sewing machine, created a beautiful tree skirt to add to our holiday tree.

The end result was a little tree that

Photo Ramona Pursley.

CHRISTMAS IN JULY andrew and sophie pursley didn’t want to take down their christmas tree after its holiday. so they made it a year-long celebration tree. was festive and a delight to look at.

Next was my daughter Sophie’s 13th birthday. She was able to pick out her fabric for the tree skirt and decorated the tree with her favorite things such as silk flowers, little unicorn miniatures, butterflies and ballerinas. We

also hand made some decorations with tulle and foam. The tree topper was a foam birthday crown. On the morning of her birthday, we placed her birthday gifts under the tree. It was just perfect.

As I write this, I am looking at our

St. Patrick’s Day tree. We found some glittery shamrock garland and other shamrock decorations. The tree skirt is white with a shamrock pattern, green trim and is shaped like a four leaf clover.

The possibilities are endless and the kids really enjoy coming up with ideas for a theme and decorations. We bought some plastic shoeboxes to label and store the decorations for future use.

We have decided that each family member can choose the theme for their birthday. Together we will come up with ideas for the other holidays throughout the year such as Easter, Mothers Day, Fathers Day, Fourth of July etc. Some decorations we can buy and others we will make.

During these times of sometimes overwhelmingly busy schedules, it is nice to be able to slow down if only for short time and do something fun and creative together. We plug it in every evening and enjoy the festive lights and decorations. We look forward to the upcoming special day or holiday and the endless possibilities our little “Holiday Tree” brings.

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coloring contest Growing Up in Santa Cruz is having another coloring contest with a big prize: Two pairs of free all-day passes to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Have your kid color the page and submit it one of two ways: either scan

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and email to it Editor@growingupsc.com or mail it to Growing Up in Santa Cruz/Box 3505/Santa Cruz/ CA 95063.

Deadline is April 15.

We’ll have a drawing to pick the winner, but you have to send in a colored page to win. We ask that the winners take a photo of themselves at their favorite Boardwalk attraction

and we’ll post them. We’ll have a monthly contest through the summer for pairs of tickets.

These great local coloring pages are done by artist Trisha Wolfe.

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family law

don’t undermine the Other parent Children are often drawn into parental disputes. One parent may speak poorly of the other parent in front of the children. It can be subtle and unintended, i.e., when a parent ‘apologizes’ to the child for restrictions imposed at the other parent’s home. In all events, speaking negatively about the other parent is detrimental to the child, and in the extreme, is a recognized form of child abuse.

Divorce and separation are difficult for children of every age. Parents and family define their world and represent love and safety. Even older children who prefer to spend more time with friends than parents need to process issues that surround separation. Some schools recognize these difficulties and offer group therapy for children experiencing divorce.

Child psychologists recognize how

By Bob Derber detrimental ‘negative talk’ about the outs’ given by the other parent was evother parent is to a child. Court cusidence the parent did not ‘love’ the todial orders typically include that the child. The child refused to follow parents will 1) be civil and respectful parental requests and kept an unusual in front the children, 2) not speak negdistance from the non-offending paratively about the other parent, and 3) ent. With such extremes, therapy may not discuss Family Court matters in include help to identify and neutralfront of or with the children. Co-parize such conduct. We often call this enting is difficult, and particularly so ‘parental alienation.’ when a parent does not respect these Parental alienation is a controversial orders. topic even among therapists. The anxInvolving a child therapist can help iety it creates in the child is real. Psyeven if your child exhibits no trouchologists have tools to identify and bling conduct. Your children must not combat the impact of alienating cononly process the breakup of the home, duct. They often involve the parents but also the parental discord and the in addressing matters. Therapists can confusion it creates. You may think also help identify for the court the your child is doing fine, that therapy is presence and impact of alienating connot necessary. You could be right. But duct, so that a judge may modify cuswhen your child’s mental health is at todial orders to mitigate the stress. stake, you want to be sure. I see situIn my practice, I look to therapists ations where a child performs excepfor guidance. I often ask the court to tionally at school, only to learn later refer the matter to Family Court Servthat the academic focus was a way for ices (FCS), who are trained court-staff the child to escape an unhealthy home professionals who can review matters environment. and make recommendations to the Perhaps your child has become hosjudge. Our judges trust FCS staff and tile toward you. This can occur at any appreciate the neutral voice in the age. In one matter, the offending parmatter. This is a one-time per year free ent ‘convinced’ their toddler that ‘time service and perhaps you used it to

reach a custodial agreement in the past. FCS staff may interview the child, a child’s therapist or school counselors to get a better understanding before they venture a recommendation. Family Court Services staff are all dedicated, conscientious professionals who bring thoughtful analysis to the table.

If matters require, you may ask a court to appoint a private therapist to evaluate the offending parent or to make custodial recommendations after an intensive study of the situation.

These orders are rare and the cost of evaluation is expensive. Be careful, if you make such a request, that you have strong evidence of offensive conduct. As well, FCS staff might make such a recommendation after reviewing your situation.

FROM THE BENCH

by Judge Marigonda Children are our greatest asset.

They are our future. Your judges are trained to craft orders to first assure their health and safety and to foster positive parenting. Do not take such orders lightly. We also appreciate the need for a safe place for a child to share his or her concerns. Therapeutic input is always welcome and helpful.

Have your questions answered by an attorney and a judge. Send them to editor@growingupsc.com.

Bob Derber is a local attorney practicing family law. He served as a State appointed Guardian ad Litem in high conflict matters in the State of Utah before returning to his home in Santa Cruz four years ago. Your situation may differ and the above is not intended to be legal advice to you in your own custodial matters. Be sure to consult with your family law attorney as appropriate if you need help in this area. Have questions for him to answer? Send them to editor@growingupsc.com

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health happy sMiLes

it’s not Just Candy and soda

By Alison Jackson, dds “I don’t understand why my child has cavities. They don’t eat candy or drink soda.”

I hear this every day. It’s true that sugar is bad for your teeth and parents are right to look to candy and soda as a cause of cavities. However, we are learning that things are often more complicated. The true cause of dental carries (the infectious process that causes cavities) is the acid that detrimental bacteria excreta on your teeth. These bacteria thrive on sugar. It doesn’t matter the source of sugar. Candy and soda are an obvious source of sugar; however, we need to look closely at what else kids are eating and how often they are eating it.

The American Heart Association recommends that children under the age of 18 eat no more than 25 grams of added sugar per day. Added sugars are easy to track. They are listed on the Nutrition Facts label for all packaged foods.

We tend to look at the number of grams of sugar in a can of coke (39g) or a bag of Sour Patch Kids (26g per 5oz bag), but often don’t think about the per serving sugar in products like flavored Greek yogurt (16g,) Cliff granola bars (21g,) dried fruit (22g for 1/3 cup of dried cranberries) and gummy vitamins (2-6g per gummy.) Drinks we usually think of as healthy alternatives can be culprits too. Vanilla almond milk contains ~13g of sugar per cup and vanilla soy milk includes 8g of sugar per cup.

Obviously, none these healthy alternatives add up to a single can of coke. But when combined over the course of a normal busy day, they can quickly add

up to unhealthy levels of sugar. Further, when you add a sticky quality to foods, like gummy vitamins or gooey granola bars, it localizes the sugars and keeps them around the tooth for longer periods of time. This increases the risk for cavities. If parents can look into the mouth ten minutes after their child has eaten a snack and still see food on their teeth, that snack can contribute to cavities.

Carbohydrates are complex sugars that break down into simple sugars during digestion. This process starts in the mouth. If these complex sugars stick to teeth long enough, they will breakdown and add to the sugar problem. Crackers are quick and easy snacks but should be washed down with water and not left to linger in the mouth.

Not all kids struggle with cavities because additional factors including genetics, bacterial balance and hygiene all contribute to the overall health of the mouth. According to the CDC, 50 percent of children in the US have experienced tooth decay by the age of 11.

That means half of our kids should be

following sugar guidelines for overall health. But the other half need to be following them for healthy teeth as well.

Being aware of the hidden sugars in our diets is an important and healthy step.

There are healthy, low sugar alternative foods and healthy habits that we can use in our daily lives. Your dentist, nutri-

tionist or pediatrician can help identify changes and substitutes that will help you and your family achieve a low sugar lifestyle.

Alison Jackson practices in Aptos, at 7545 Soquel Dr., Suite A. Her phone is 831.662.2900 and the website is santacruzkidsdentist.com

...the only “ publication I use to advertise... ” “GROWING UP IN SANTA CRUZ is the only publication I use to advertise for Rose Blossom School.

Many people who call to inquire about Rose Blossom School found us through our ad in GROWING UP, and so did one of our teachers!”

—Sharon Rose Rose Blossom School April 2019 • Growing Up In Santa Cruz 25

summer activities guide Ahh, summer. As parents, we long for summer almost as much as our children do. Longer days, hours in the garden, afternoons at the beach, and, the opportunity for our children to enjoy activities that school schedules and homework demands inhibit. Kids of all ages can participate in programs and still have plenty of summer leisure time, finding a balance between boredom and being overly busy. If the arts are limited in their school curriculum, a variety can be explored in summer programs.

Maybe your child’s school has a great arts program already; why not sign her up for nature or science camp? Maybe he likes to sit at his computer for hours on end; how about a tennis class or inviting him to try horseback riding? Or both? The possibilities are endless.

However, great programs fill up quickly.

Take a little time this spring to do some advance planning. day camps Boulder Creek Recreation and Park District 15685 Forest Hill Drive 831-338-4144 Website: www.bcrpd.org BCRPD is a great facility equipped with awesome staff and a home-like environment. We offer camps 9-4 pm all

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summer long and/or 8-6 pm for extended care. Kids enjoy tennis, jump house play, swimming pool,river walks, crafts games, and leadership skills.Come enjoy a variety of activities at an affordable price.

Cabrillo Extension Summer Youth Camps 831.479.6331 www.cabrillo-extension.org Camps like Digital Photography, Creative Cooking, Jewelry, or Glass Arts let campers dive deep into that hobby or passion they’re obsessed with. Summer Reading camps, Leadership, Jazz Camp, Robotics, Coding, Jedi Engineering or Sports Camps help them learn new skills. Make new friends in Old School Games, Mini Mermaid Running Camp, Aerial Arts, Jet Cadets, or Underwater ROV’s. Join us on campus for these, and so many more, inclusive, safe and positive learning experiences in camps for ages 4 through 18. Learn new skills, make new friends, and have tons of fun in the process! Create, play, laugh, learn – all summer long!

Camp Gateway 255 Swift Street, Santa Cruz 831.423.0341 ext 334 www.gatewaysc.org/campgateway Camp Gateway is back and ready to

rock and roll this summer at our new campus location - Swift Street!

We have 4 weeks of summer camp fun loaded with 16 super rad Specialty Classes! Our full day Specialty Classes are geared for grades K-6 and include: Spanish & Arts for Tiny Hearts, Move’n’Groove, Puppet Shakers & Movie Makers, Monster Jam Jam Band, Ranch Builders, and many more!

Sign up for 1 week of camp or sign up for all 4 weeks! Camp runs July 15 August, 9:00am-4:00pm For more information and convenient on-line registration, visit our website, www.gatewaysc.org/campgateway Questions? Call camp Gateway at 423-0341 ext. 334.

Camp Seascape Seascape Sports Club 1505 Seascape Blvd, Aptos 831.688.1993 www.SeascapeSportsClub.com Camp Open House Saturday, May 4, 12-4pm, Free Swim Lessons 1-2pm, and Free Tennis Lessons 2-3pm. 20% off Full Session Registration Fee (offer ends 5/4/19). Five 2-week sessions, June 10 to August 16, for ages 3 to 13.

Weekly and daily rates starting at $95 are also available. Campers will be offered a variety of activities including swimming, martial arts, basketball, arts

and crafts, tennis, volleyball, magic, kids’ dance, climbing wall, soccer and beach games. Camp Seascape includes nutritious lunches each day, t-shirts and, for an additional fee, campers can receive formal tennis or swim lessons.

Hours are 9am-4pm, extended hours available. Transportation to and from camp is provided for an additional fee.

City of Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation Department 831.420.5270 Registration opens Saturday, April 13 for City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation summer programs. Register for our popular summer camps and junior guards for an active, fun-filled summer.

For the adventure-seekers, there’s stand up paddling, kayaking, and rock climbing. Nurture your creative side with art camps and theater programs or expand your knowledge with science and LEGO camps. Go to santacruzparksandrec.com to view our activity guide or call 420-5270. From the beach to parks and everywhere in between, there’s something for everyone!

summer activities guide Holy Cross School Panther Paw Camp 150 Emmett Street, Santa Cruz 831.423.4447 www.holycsc.org Is your child ready for a summer of creativity, adventure and fun? Join Panther Paw Camp at Holy Cross School from June 24 to July 19, 2019! Camp hours are 8am-4pm, with whole day/half day camp/drop-in days available for students K- 5. Fun and engaging activities will include STEM and Maker Space classes, sports and local field trips.

Good Shepherd Catholic School Summer Camp 2727 Mattison Ln, Santa Cruz 831.476.4000 www.gsschool.org Good Shepherd Catholic School is excited to offer another year of summer camp for incoming first through eighth grade students! The school is conveniently located on the east side of Santa Cruz. The three-week summer program begins June 17th and runs through July 5th. This year we will offer an extensive sports camp offering flag football, lacrosse, basketball, volleyball and soccer in addition to STEAM activities including a new Oceanography class and a variety of classes in between like watercolor art and cooking like a “Junior

Chef.” Their summer camp classes will provide children with a choice of affordable weekly enrichment opportunities designed to engage their creativity and enhance their athletic skills. Students may attend the full day program from 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. or choose from a variety of weekly half-day sessions. For further information, please the school or view call the summer camp schedule online.

La Madrona Athletic Club 1897 La Madrona Drive, Santa Cruz 831.438.1072 www.lamadronaclub.com La Madrona Athletic Club is located in the beautiful Santa Cruz Mountains and remains a premier club for health and wellness, balancing a gorgeous facility with a family-friendly environment. Our summer youth programs are offered for ten weeks, June 10th1th through August 16th. La Madrona offers high-level instructional camps for tennis and swimming as well as an allday sports camp. Sports Camp is an outdoor camp that will provide children the opportunity to develop their sports skills, self-confidence, and selfesteem through fun games, swimming, and tennis activities.

Little Garden Patch Farm Day Camp 4635 Fairway Drive, Soquel 831.476.0964 www.littlegardenpatchfarm.com At Little Garden Patch Farm’s Summer program children aged 5-8 make Summer memories to last a lifetime.

Children experience a community of joy and friendship that supports them as they learn through hands-on play and discovery, arts & crafts, active play and imagination as well as gardening and encounters with our many farm animal friends. Exciting weekly themes, field trips, cooking experiences, and special guests round out a summer they’ll never forget. A cozy home atmosphere and nurturing staff completes a magical childhood wonderland that children and parents love. Contact us for more information, registration or to arrange a visit.

Monterey Bay Aquarium 886 Cannery Row, Monterey www.montereybayaquarium.org Our mission is to inspire conservation of the ocean.

831.647.6886 or toll-free in the U.S. and Canada 866.963.9645 https://www.montereybayaquarium.org/visit/admissiontickets/tours/aquarium-adventures-info rmation

Come dive with us! Underwater Explorers in a unique program (summer only) where kids ages 8-13 are introduced to the underwater world through surface scuba diving. Kids are safely guided by Aquarium leadership level dive staff in our Great Tide Pool, where they’ll meet amazing animals while getting a fishes’ eye view of the wonders of the bay. No experience or wet suit is necessary, only a sense of adventure!www.montereybayaquarium.org/underwaterexplorers Mountain of Fun Summer Camps Mount Madonna School 491 Summit Road, Mount Madonna 408.847.2717 mountmadonnaschool.org/summer Enjoy time on the mountain with art, yoga, fitness, Spanish and horse camps. Let your child experience a summer rich with outdoor exploration and imagination through forest play, garden time, visual arts, yoga, Spanish immersion and more! Details and registration online at www.mountmadonnaschool.org/summer. Camps are offered for the weeks of July 8 and July 15, with an additional full-day Horse Camp offered August 19-23. Open to children entering kindergarten through 8th grade, with transportation available.

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summer activities guide Radical Movement Factory 2855 Mission Street Extension (in the Wrigley Building) 831-531-8407 radicalmovementfactory.com workshops-camps The Radical Movement Factory offers week-long day camps in circus and aerial arts for kids ages 6-12. Sessions run Monday-Friday 10am-2pm and include a beach day! Cost: $325. Register before April 15th for Early Bird rate: $285 June 17-21 June 24-28 July 22-26 July 29-Aug 2 Pathways Dojo 2724 Soquel Ave Ste D, Santa Cruz (831) 465-8236 www.pathwaysdojo.com Pathways Dojo has a unique approach of combining martial, healing, and nature arts as paths to self-improvement and personal development.

We offer specialized programs for men, women and children in ninjitsu (the art of the ninja) and the healing arts of qi gong and tai chi. Mark Roemke, a 15th Dan in Bujinkan, leads our dojo. We teach our Ninjas in Nature program monthly in the forests of Felton, at after school programs, at in-school programs,

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and with summer camps. Our vibrant and welcoming Santa Cruz community is one of our treasured assets.

Pediatric Therapy Center 1940 Bonita Drive, Aptos, CA 95003 831-684-1804 www.ptc-sc.com Join PTC for our Summer Adventure camps combining creative talents of our team of Occupational Therapists and Speech and Language Pathologist to offer fun, therapeutic peer-based experiences. A guest instructor will also join the team to offer a new program guiding camp participants through mindfulness, creative expression and much more! Different camps are offered for individuals ages 2 to teen. Please contact us for more information regarding dates and prices. We look forward to adventuring with your family this summer!

Santa Cruz Gymnastics Center, Inc. 2750 B Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz 831.462.0655 www.scgym.com During the summer we will be offering themed Preschool and Recreational Gymnastics Camps at the same time to give parents a safe place for children ages 4 & up. Our camps will be offered all summer long starting in June. Begin-

summer activities guide ning through advanced gymnasts will participate in all Olympic gymnastics events as well as daily trampoline, tumbling, strength, fitness and flexibility exercises. We’ll be filling our camps with lots of other out of the sun fun!!! Visit our website or contact our office for complete details & registration. Come flip with us!

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz 831.420.6115 santacruzmuseum.org/camp Explore the science of Santa Cruz!

Nature Explorers campers are inspired by nature in “Art and Science of Nature,” unearth ancient treasures in “Can You Dig It?,” and design solutions based on nature in “Biomimicry Camp.” Enjoy hands-on projects, field trips, and more during week-long day camps at the Museum of Natural History. We have scholarships available — please inquire!

Santa Cruz SPCA 831.566.3753 spcasc.org/events/summerkids-camp-2019 The Santa Cruz SPCA is offering eight full weeks of Summer Camp in 2019. The dates are: June 1014 (Students going into 1st-4th grade), June 17-21 (Students going into 5th-

7th grade), June 24-28 (Students going into 1st-4th grade), July 8-12 (Students going into 5th-7th grade), July 15-19 (Students going into 1st-4th grade), July 22-26 (Students going into 5th-7th grade), July 29-Aug 2 (Students going into 1st-4th grade), Aug 5-9 (Students going into 5th-7th grade) This camp fills up quickly so sign up asap on our website. The cost for one week of camp is $275. Please call our Humane Education line at 566-3753 for more information.

Santa Cruz Yacht Club www.scyc.org/juniors Learn to sail summer 2019 programs for kids ages 8-18.

This is a great opportunity to instill the love of sailing and the ocean through our safe, educational and fun sailing program! We have weekly camps for different levels and ages. Ability to swim is mandatory. Registration/Information are online at www.scyc.org/juniors.

Summer at Santa Catalina 1500 Mark Thomas Drive, Monterey, CA 831.655.9386 summercamp@santacatalina.org santacatalina.org A resident & day camp for girls ages 8-14, summer at Santa Catalina is a

place filled with fun, joy, and learning.

From arts and athletics to yoga and marine biology, we offer attention-grabbing classes that spark curiosity and build confidence and independence.

Our teachers and counselors are committed to the growth of every camper and dedicated to the values of honesty, respect, and kindness. Located on the Monterey Peninsula, we are dedicated to serious summer fun! We laugh hard and we make friends and memories that last a lifetime. Come see why families have been a part of this tradition for 66 years!

Tara Redwood Summer Camp 5810 Prescott Rd, Soquel 831.462.9632 www.tararedwoodschool.org In an extraordinary setting in the redwoods, summer at Tara is fun, healthy, peaceful and inspiring. We offer age-appropriate environmental studies with a values-based program for ages 3 – 10. We also have low camper group ratios. This summer, at Tara camp your child will make new friends, learn new skills, develop mindfulness, help others and absorb some of our core tenets for happiness. Living on this planet and in this unique place, kids learn how each of us can / do have an impact and influence on our world and how we can make a positive difference. For the 6-10

year-olds sessions, kids will explore the connection with our precious environment with exciting games and lots of hiking. sleep away camps Belmont Horsemanship Camp At Monte Vista Christian School 2 School Way, Watsonville 831.206.9707 Come enjoy making friends and riding horses at the beautiful Monte Vista Christian School. Our camp offers hours of quality riding instruction for English and Western riders of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced riders preparing for the show ring. From advanced show jumping, to trail riding through the forest, safety and fun go together! Our campers also get to enjoy swimming in the pool, practicing archery, making crafts and eating S’mores at the evening Campfire! Comfortable cabins for our overnight campers, or Full-day or Half-day sessions for locals. We have fabulous counselors and the best horses anywhere!

Mt. Cross Ministries 7795 Hwy 9 Ben Lomond, CA 95005 831.336.5179 www.mtcross.org Mt. Cross is a year-round, 100-acre

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summer activities guide camp on Hwy 9 near Felton. We host retreats, 11 different summer camps, and are available for your group to rent out for your own events, whether just cabin use or with food service, high ropes, and many other activities. For more info: www.mtcross.org Growing Up Wild Watsonville 831.768.7089 www.growingupwild.org Growing Up Wild is an outdoor environmental education program in Santa Cruz County that helps youth connect with nature, build character, and learn about the environment by providing culturally relevant, outdoor experiences that are safe, challenging, and fun. Since 2010, we have provided an overnight summer camp for boys, ages 10-17, in the redwood forest of Corralitos. Running four sessions through July and August, our summer camp offers swimming, hiking, sports, outdoor laser tag, wilderness skills, music, campfires, sweat lodges, camping trips, healthy meals, and more. Financial assistance is available on a first come, first serve basis.

Summer at Santa Catalina 1500 Mark Thomas Drive, Monterey 831.655.9386 summercamp@santacatalina.org santacatalina.org A resident & day camp for girls ages 8-14, summer at Santa Catalina is a place filled with fun, joy, and learning.

From arts and athletics to yoga and marine biology, we offer attention-grabbing classes that spark curiosity and build confidence and independence.

Our teachers and counselors are committed to the growth of every camper and dedicated to the values of honesty, respect, and kindness. Located on the Monterey Peninsula, we are dedicated to serious summer fun! We laugh hard and we make friends and memories that last a lifetime. Come see why families have been a part of this tradition for 66 years!

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sports Adventure Sports Unlimited 303 Potrero St., #15, Santa Cruz 831.458.3648 www.asudoit.com Adventure Sports Unlimited (ASU) is the premier store for aquatics instruction in Santa Cruz. We teach infants through adults the joy of water through our Swim School. Our Ocean programs introduce families to our magnificent marine environments through the Seafood Foraging, and Kelp Pickling.

We explore the world-renown underwater landscape of Monterey and Carmel Bays through our Open Water Scuba courses. It all starts in our custom-built aquatics facility with our tropically heated pool including Jacuzzi, and classroom. We want to make your entry into the water world truly enjoyable. ASU-you deserve it!

Jim Booth Swim School Santa Cruz at Harvey West Pool and Watsonville at Duncan Holbert Pool 831.722.3500 jimboothswimschool.com Be a water wonder! From our Little Otters swim class for parents and their babies to Aquaphobics, our adult beginner class, the whole family splashes together at Jim Booth swim school. Little Otters beginning at age 4 months is a gentle introduction to our 94-degree pools that will make you confident that you are guiding your infant to a happy water experience. Our group lessons emphasize quality swimming in an exciting class taught by our caring, wellqualified teachers. The whole family can swim at Jim Booth Swim School.

Nike Basketball Camps at UC Santa Cruz ussportscamps.com/basketball/nike 1-800-NIKE-CAMP (645-3226) Improve your basketball skills and have serious fun at one of Nike Basketball Camps top California locations.

Train with UC Santa Cruz Men’s and Women’s Basketball this summer and learn what it takes to become the ultimate player. Camper will work on all as-

summer activities guide pects of the game including fundamental development, shooting technique, team play skills and basketball IQ. Camp is open to players of all abilities, ages 8-18. Boys and girls only programs are available offering extended day and overnight options.

Parker Hammond Golf Junior golf camps at DeLaveaga Golf Course 831.588.7545 www.parkerhammondgolf.com The area’s leading junior golf program providing year-round programs, summer camps, & junior tournaments.

QuickSilver Swimming 760.521.0126 Lucas Salles-Cunha www.quicksilversantacruz.org We believe that swimming success starts with a strong foundation. That is why we take pride in offering a progression based program from beginning stroke development to national level training. We also understand that having a water-safe child is vital to living near the Monterey Bay, which is why we offer junior lifeguard prep classes, stroke development and swim lessons to make your child feel more confident in the water. Swimming is a lifelong sport practiced at any age that we want to help cultivate in the community. Mis-

sion Statement: Quicksilver Santa Cruz is a technique-driven program designed to develop entry-level to elite abilities within the local community. See website for more details.

S3 Basketball Academy 130 Nanna Ct., Santa Cruz, CA 831-440-6316 http://www.s3basketball.com S3 Basketball Academy is laser-focused on helping athletes develop skills.

Players learn fundamentals of the game and receive training in how to reach their basketball potential. From April through September, players can attend 60 hour-long sessions where they’ll get high-level coaching and workout with other players at their own skill level.

Santa Cruz Junior Golf info@santacruzjuniorgolf.org santacruzjuniorgolf.org For the last 26 years, Santa Cruz Junior Golf has been hosting affordable golf tournaments for kids between the ages of 6 and 18. It is the mission of SCJG to provide junior golfers with valuable skills which last a lifetime. The rules and etiquette of golf are essential, but as important are other values like sportsmanship, integrity, honesty, respect, perseverance, and of course fun! Please consider joining us for another year of great junior tournament golf.

Santa Cruz Soccer Camp 831.246.1517 For over 30 years our vision of joy and adventure remains. Almost all coaches have been young players who joined the harmony and magic of the camp, and have graduated through our Leadership Development Program.

From the inspiration and resonance experienced at Delaveaga Park during 10 week long camps, the coaches and directors are in service to the new paradigm celebrating the Evolution of Competition.

Santa Cruz Gladiators 831-295-1988 www.scgladiators.com Futsal is a fast paced, scaled down variation of soccer. The smaller court, smaller teams and smaller ball lead the game to be heavy on technical skills. It is fast paced fun for all ages! Contact Coach Dario for more details.

SC Swim Lessons 760.521.0126 Admin@SCLessons.com www.SCLessons.com Our goal is to teach your child the essential basics of swimming that will lead to water safety, and competitive performance in the pool or ocean. They will be given a strong start at a young

age that will transfer to comfort in the water throughout their life. We support members of the swimming, surfing, polo and paddling communities to foster water-related activities. Visit us at www.SCLessons.com to sign up for swim lessons!

Seahorse Swim School, Inc. Seascape Sports Club ~ Aptos Elks Lodge ~ Santa Cruz Seahorse Swim Academy ~ Aptos 831.476.7946 (swim) 831.661.5110 www.SeahorseSwimSchool.com Professional, patient & skilled instructors assist in developing & streamlining strokes while introducing water safety skills. Summer Pool Jr. Guard Camps train kids 6-13 in rescue skills, CPR & first aid. Jr. Guard preparatory courses will assist in getting kids ready for ALL Little/Jr. Guard testing & Summer programs. Our non-competitive swimteam workouts emphasize fitness while providing individual attention & instruction on each competitive stroke.

Introducing, the Seahorse Swim Academy; private individualized attention to the student in a serene setting overlooking the forest– opens Summer! Voted as one of the BEST swim program in the County, come see what everyone is talking about!

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summer activities guide SLV Swim Center 9050 Hwy. 9, Ben Lomond 831.278.0139 www.slvswimcenter.com SLV swim center in Ben Lomond offers swimming lessons, swim team, pool parties, and life guard classes. All of our Instructors are certified and we keep our pool temperature at 86 degrees. We have added ultra violet light to our filtration system. Call or text Donna to schedule.

Music, Dance and Performing Arts Academy at WEST Performing Arts 526 Broadway, Santa Cruz 831.425.9378 www.westperformingarts.com The Academy at WEST Performing Arts provides youth and families a creative outlet and training ground that cultivates and treasures the imaginative process. WEST offers theatre, dance, voice, improv and circus classes and productions, for ages 5- 21 years, prioritizing educational experiences in literature, performing, and creative arts.

WEST partners with Santa Cruz Shakespeare on an annual Acting Conservatory. From circus skills to acting intensives, WEST has a role for everyone. Classes held at Broadway Playhouse (Ocean St. & Broadway), Garfield Park Community Church (California Ave & Errett Cir), and Har-

bor High School (Soquel & La Fonda).

Community Music School of SC Santa Cruz 831.426.9155 www.communitymusicschool.org Redwood Music Camps: Week-long overnight camp for teens age 12-18, or two-week day camp for kids age 7-13.

Learn and perform the folk music of Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales, America, and more. For proficient players of fiddle, flute, penny whistle, recorder, oboe, harp, guitar, mandolin, cello, accordion, small keyboards, and cello. Campers perform in an orchestra, as well as in small groups. Other activities include singing, dancing, and crafts; Kid Camp also offers daily swimming. Teen Camp: June 17-22, $795 includes all meals and overnight accommodations. Kid Camp: July 29August 10, $495. Early Bird discount still available for Kid Camp if you register by April 30th.

CYT Santa Cruz Two locations: Aptos and Santa Cruz 831-298-0001 http://cytsantacruz.org CYT Santa Cruz “Goes to the Movies” summer camp welcomes children ages 5-12 interested in learning theater arts. We offer Half and Full Day camp sessions for one week starting in

mid-July. Our day camps will have acting, vocals, and choreography lessons, arts and crafts, fun exciting games, and lots of fun to keep children entertained.

This year’s theme is all about the silver screen and the joys of going to the movies We’re planning to include songs from: Mary Poppins Returns, Moana, the Incredibles, La La Land, Coco, Descendants, and Trolls. Visit us online for more information and to register.

Dancenter 810 Bay Ave., Capitola www.dancenterinfo.com 5 Week Summer Session for all ages and levels begins July 8th. 4- day Dancers’ Workshop for intermediate dancers and above is June 26-29th. Ballet, tap, jazz, modern, hip hop, Latin Dance, and contemporary dance (831) 475-5032 Music Together/MusicalMe, Inc. Locations in Santa Cruz and Capitola 831.438.3514 www.MusicalMe.com Offering three different programs: Music Together: A music program for children birth to age 6—and the grownups who love them, enhancing children’s learning in multiple domains (mentally, physically, socially, etc.), increasing family engagement and adding richly to each family’s “toolbox”. Sib-

lings are welcome, especially infants who may attend free if they are 8 months or under.

Canta y Baila ConmigoTM: A unique curriculum for young children (ages Birth to 5 years) with dual, complementary goals of music education and language immersion. Designed for beginners and native speakers alike, CyBC creates a playful, interactive atmosphere where language learning is integrated naturally and organically in the musical experience.

Rhythm Kids®: A drumming, music, and movement, program for children ages 4–8 years. Classes naturally support children’s rhythm development and help them prepare for formal music lessons.

Orchard School’s Performing Arts Day Camp with Rock Lerum and Friends Orchard School 2288 Trout Gulch Rd., Aptos 831.688.1074 orchardschoolaptos.org rock@orchardschoolaptos.org July 1st – July 26th, on our rural 14acre campus in the Aptos foothills. A 4week program with morning classes in circus, dance and music. Afternoon daily activities include swimming, arts & crafts, and circus; with weekly activities in archery, farm animals, garden-

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summer activities guide ing, field games, and hiking. 8:30 a.m.

– 3:00 p.m. $975 Aftercare available until 5p.m. Ages 6 – 12. Please contact us for more information or to register.

Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center 9341 Mill Street, Ben Lomond, 831 336-3513 www.mountainartcenter.org Fill your summer with art! The Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center offers the premier Summer Art Camp in the San Lorenzo Valley. Our goal is to provide campers aged 7–17 with opportunities that build self-esteem through art and friendship. Students work on individual and collaborative projects in disciplines such as painting, drawing, cartoon art, ceramics, printmaking, and art-meetsscience (STEAM) classes. Students will learn to feel comfortable expressing themselves artistically and within a group setting. Campers will have an opportunity to participate in critiques and learn how to present and discuss their work.

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academic enrishment & support Chartwell School 2511 Numa Watson Road, Seaside 831.394.3468 www.chartwell.org Chartwell School, located in Seaside, California, was founded in 1983 to meet the needs of students in grades 2 to 12 with a wide range of language-related learning differences, including dyslexia. Chartwell provides its students with the academic skills, confidence, creativity, and perseverance necessary to meet the challenges of mainstream education and lifelong learning. Summer @Chartwell is a four-week program which emphasizes literacy and enrichment skills.

Santa Cruz Montessori 6230 Soquel Dr, Aptos 831.476.1646 www.scms.org Santa Cruz Montessori summer programs provide a fun, educational, safe, and stimulating environment for children to continue to learn and grow throughout the summer.

Small classes, full-day recreation programs (8:00 am – 5:30 pm), and sessions ranging from one to four weeks offer parents flexibility in planning their summer. The program runs from June

17th to August 23rd. Call or visit our website for more information about costs and dates.

Spring Hill School 250 California Street, Santa Cruz 831.427.2641 www.springhillschool.org Spring Board! Spring Hill School’s summer English Language Arts program. Increase confidence, reinforce skills, and prepare for next year with writing, reading, spelling and creativity.

Using a multi-sensory approach, each week will be packed with fun and designed for a variety of learners! Small groups, six-ten children/week, entering 1st-3rd graders.

Teach Me French 831.295.3556 sophieveniel@hotmail.com I offer customized French tutoring for elementary, middle school, high school students, homeschoolers and adults. Learning French can be one of the most rewarding educational opportunities. As a French native, I am passionate about teaching and sharing my language skills. I offer simple steps to understand grammar, pronunciation and build vocabulary to gain confidence in speaking. I can teach at any level. I offer private lessons in person and online.

programs for preschoolers & kindergarteners Holy Cross Preschool 170A High Street, Santa Cruz 831.425.1782 www.holycsc.org Holy Cross Preschool is excited to hold a six-week summer program beginning June 24 to August 2, 2019.

Flexible scheduling is available between 7:30am and 5:30pm. Our hands-on summer program will have Themes including Camping and Oceans, and it will offer arts, crafts, cooking, music and outdoor exploration in our Life Lab. Please join us for an exciting summer of learning, fun, and friends!

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summer activities guide Rose Blossom Preschool, T-K & Kindergarten Lic #444403616 831.662.8458 www.roseblossom.org Rose Blossom Summer Camp June 17-July 26, 2019, for boys and girls ages 2.5 through entry to first grade. Nurturing, enriching environment with age appropriate curriculum and activities. Games, books, free choice play, songs, art, story-

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telling, movement and circle time.

Special Summer Camp events include Face Painting, Fashion Show, Pretend Store, and “Water Park” Day. Loads of fun! Large outdoor play yard in a beautiful, country setting. Sign up for Summer Camp weekly or for all 6 weeks – Call Sharon Rose for more information and tours.

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pARASoLiNG Santa Cruz teens decorated the Louden Nelson Center with colorful parasols for the month of March.

monday, april 1 Toddler Time 10am. Ongoing Mondays.

Live Oak Library. For families with children ages 0-3 years old. Join us for early literacy practices involving music, movement, stories, rhymes and more for your child and you.

Preschool Storytime 10am. Ongoing Mondays. Garfield Park Library. We’ll read books, sing songs and make a simple craft! Ages 3-6.

Make Art Monday 11am-12pm; 3pm-4pm.

Ongoing Mondays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. Each session, Doris introduces new projects that are educational and fun. All projects incorporate aspects of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics). Explore the creative human expression of objects through the use of varied artistic mediums. Children will paint, sketch, sculpt, design and assemble as they make new discoveries.

Beth El Baby Brunch 11am-12:30pm. Ongoing Mondays. Temple Beth El Coffee Lounge. Please join us for some quality social time with parents and babies birth to age 3.

This is a great new FREE support group and playtime for Jewish families. Questions?

Contact Sarah sclarkson@tbeaptos.org Knitting 11:15am-1pm. Ongoing Mondays.

Live Oak Library. Get together with other knitters to knit, chat, and make new friends.

No registration required.

Baby Happy Hour at JuneBug’s Gym!!

12:15pm-1:15pm. Ongoing Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays. Explore the world of early motor skill development and support visual and auditory development through ramps, rocker balls, parachute play, music, and more. $12 drop in $10 with

Inchworm punch card.

ARM-in-ARM Cancer Support Group 12:30pm-2pm. Ongoing Mondays. WomenCARE Office. Open to women with Advanced, Recurrent, or Metastatic cancer.

Pre-registration (office intake and a conversation with the group facilitator) is required.

Please call 831-457-2273 to provide us with necessary client information.

Knitting in the Library 3pm-4:30pm. Ongoing Mondays. Scotts Valley Library. Join us for a knitting party. All you need to do is bring some yarn and knitting needles. All ages are welcome.

Code Combat 3:30pm-5pm. Ongoing Mondays. Scotts Valley Library. We use online, game-based coding to learn Python and JavaScript. CodeCombat is a real game that teaches learners of all ages to code by playing through levels and quickly mastering programming concepts. Registration required.

Tales to Tails 3:30pm-4:30pm. Aptos Library. Trained therapy dogs will be available at the Library to be attentive, non-judgmental reading partners for children reading aloud. Children have individual 20-minute appointments to sit with a dog and read. To register, e-mail tales2tails@santacruzpl.org or call 831-427-7717.

One-on-One Tech Tutoring 4pm-6pm. Ongoing Mondays. Downtown Library. One of our tech savvy librarians will help you with a variety of technology services during weekly drop-in 20-30 minute appointments. First come first served, appointments are taken in order of appearance.

Word Church 4pm-8pm. Ongoing Mondays. Santa Cruz MAH. A community of local poets who recognize and value the

power of spoken word as a means of healing, growing, and empowering ourselves and each other. We gather to write together in an open writing workshop from 4-5pm, then host an open mic followed by a featured poet starting at 5:30pm.

Cuéntame un Cuento 5:30pm. Ongoing Mondays. Live Oak Library. Acompáñanos para una hora de cuentos, actividades y canciones en español. Este programa es para niños de 0-8 y sus familias.

Start Smart—Teen Driver Safety Class 6pm8pm. Aptos Library. The primary objective is to provide teens and parents with an understanding of how poor choices behind the wheel can impact the lives of many. This program provides information on defensive driving, DUI awareness, traffic laws, and dynamics of traffic collisions and tips on avoiding them. Reserve a spot in the class by calling: 831-662-0511 tuesday, april 2 UCSC Arboretum: Community Day 9am5pm. UCSC Arboretum. 1st Tuesday. The Arboretum is open without charge to visitors.

New Parents with Babies 3 Weeks to 4 Months 10am-11:30am. Ongoing Tuesdays.

Sutter Room at Sutter Maternity and Surgery Center. Classes are drop-in (no pre-reg required) donations accepted (no required fee).

477-2229. 2900 Chanticleer Ave. Toddler Time 10am. Ongoing Tuesdays.

Branciforte Library. See Apr 1.

Downtown Tuesdays 10am-10pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Downtown Santa Cruz. Featuring

photo Contributed.

specials all day throughout Downtown – come relax and meet your friends in your Downtown.

Preschool Storytime 10:30am. Ongoing Tuesdays. La Selva Beach Library and Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 1.

Genealogy Society Book Fair 10:30am12pm. Downtown Library. Come find those genealogy reference books you’ve always wanted!

Project Scout Tax Preparation Assistance 11am-1pm (Aptos Library) 3pm-6pm (Downtown Library). Volunteer income tax assistance and tax counseling for local residents during tax season at sites throughout Santa Cruz County. Volunteers are trained

by Internal Revenue Service and Franchise Tax Board personnel.

Tumble-On-Tuesdays at JuneBug’s Gym 12pm-3pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Ages walking to 7 years. Parents may leave children over 3 yrs. Call 464-BUGS (2847) to sign up or drop by at 3910 Portola Dr. Ste. 2 & 3 Pleasure Point-Santa Cruz. www.junebugsgym Cancer Support Group 12:30pm-2pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. WomenCARE’s Office.

Open to newly diagnosed women throughout the course of their treatment and up to 4-6 months post-treatment. Pre-registration (office intake and a conversation with the group facilitator) is required. Please call 831-4572273.

Genealogical Society Lecture Series 1pm3pm. 1st Tuesday. Learn about a variety of resources, strategies, and tools in the field of family research.

Lego and Duplo Fun 1:30pm-3:30pm. On-

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ApRiL 2019 going Tuesdays. Branciforte Library. Build, learn and play (agres 3+).

DIY Crafts 2:30pm-4pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Downtown Library. Drop in and make a fun craft.

Homework Help 3pm-5pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Branciforte Library, La Selva Beach Library, and Live Oak Library. Bring your assignments to one of our free drop-in Homework Help sessions.

Chess Club 3:30pm. Ongoing Tuesdays.

Aptos Library. Ages 6-18 learn from a master and practice with peers.

Lego Club 3:15pm (1st and 3rd Tuesdays— Scotts Valley Library); 3:30pm (Ongoing Tuesdays—Boulder Creek Library). Ongoing Tuesdays. Directed LEGO construction for kids 7 and older. Each week we will construct models based on a common theme.

Youth Coalition Meeting 5pm-6:30pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Resource Center for NonViolence. Ages 13-21. Get involved, get educated & become a community youth leader. Youth-designed & led group. Call first. 515 Broadway, SC. 427-5066 Family and Friends Cancer Support Group 5:30pm-7pm. 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month. WomenCARE’s Office. Open to friends and loved ones of people with cancer.

Pre-registration (office intake and a conversation with the group facilitator) is required.

831-457-2273 Conversations for Change: Tribalism 101 5:30pm-7:30pm. Downtown Library. Designed to foster greater understanding among individuals who may have different viewpoints. Participants in these small group conversations, guided by a trained host, practice being open and curious about all perspectives, with a focus on learning from one another. Space is limited. Registration is required.

Grupo de apoyo femenino del superviviente 6pm-7:30pm. Martes en curso. En Espanol.

Monarch Services ~ Servicios Monarca ofrece un espacio seguro y de apoyo. Gratis. Actividades de cuidado de niños proporcionadas.

1685 Commercial Way, Santa Cruz. 4254030. 24hr: 888 900-4232. Wcs-ddm.org Reach for the Stars: Galaxy Clusters 6pm7:30pm. Live Oak Library. Join Joe Burchett from Lick Observatory in this fascinating lecture about galaxy clusters: the most massive structures in the universe! After the lecture stay for a virtual reality tour of the universe and some stargazing (if weather permits.)

Birth Center Tour 6:30pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Call to register. Dominican Hospital, 1555 Soquel Dr, SC. 462-7709 Shout, Laurie Halse Anderson 7pm. Cowell Ranch Hay Barn, UCSC. Bookshop Santa Cruz presents Anderson in conversation with Sabaa Tahir for a discussion and signing of Anderson’s new book, SHOUT – a searing poetic memoir for the #MeToo era. Ages 13+. Register on the Bookshop Santa Cruz website.

Divorced Fathers Network 7:30-8:30pm.

Ongoing Tuesdays. Aptos La Selva Fire Dept.

DFN provides non-adversarial techniques to achieve healthy co-parenting through a support group network. 6934 Soquel Dr. 2345578 wednesday, april 3 All Together Now! 9am-11am, Ongoing Wednesdays. Live Oak Family Resource Center. Share the joys and challenges of parenting as we grow and learn together. Dropin classes in English for kids 0-5 years old.

Recommended fee of $3-$7 for those able to pay. 1740 17th Ave. 476-7284.

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Latch Clinic 9am-11am. Ongoing Wednesdays. Dominican Rehab Lactation office 610 Frederick St. Receive personalized, one-onone breastfeeding support from an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant.

A Baby Weigh® scale is also available.

Capitola Book Discussion Group 10am11am. 1st Wednesday. Aptos Library due to the closure.

Ribbon Arts Guild 10am-1pm. 1st and 3rd Weds. Scotts Valley Library. Join Roxanne Langan for ribbon work and hand sewing.

Triple P @ Together in the Park (drop-in playgroup) 10:30am-12pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Felton Covered Bridge Park, corner of Graham Hill Rd and Mt. Hermon Rd (across from Safeway). Parent education is offered as part of the Together in the Park drop-in playgroup led by Mountain Community Resources every Wednesday, April through October. Triple P Positive Parenting tip sheets are covered with all participants or in brief, one-on-one consultations. Offered in English or Spanish by Rosa Reyes, Community Bridges – Mountain Community Resources. All children and parents/caregivers are welcome. Light snacks will be provided.

Mini Mint Mamas Meet Up 10:30am-12pm.

Ongoing Wednesdays. Mini Mint. Join us for a fun walking mom group! We will meet at Mini Mint then head out along East Cliff for a walk along the ocean with our babes.

Join our community of Mamas and enjoy the sunshine! Free Family Stories and Activities 11am. Ongoing Wednesdays. Boulder Creek Library. Preschoolers, home-schoolers, toddlers all welcome at this weekly storytime. We have books for ages 0-6 on hand, a craft that parents and caregivers can do with their kids, and toys on the floor for toddler play.

Preschool Storytime 11am. Ongoing Wednesdays. Live Oak Library. See Apr 1.

What If Wednesday 11am-12pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. A combination of science and art that prompts the wonder and discovery of “what if?” Example “ we add salt to watercolor, or “what if ” vegetable oil is put of the paper first, with the watercolor mix with it? Wednesday is when weird wacky science becomes wonderfully wild while art and science are brought together.

New Moms Support Group 11:30am-1pm.

Ongoing Wednesdays. Free for babies 0-6 months old and their moms to discuss common concerns with other new moms. Dominican Rehab Yoga/Pilates Room. 610 Frederick St. El Patio De Mi Casa 12pm-2pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Live Oak Family Resource Center. Inspiring playgroups for moms, dads, caregivers and children 0-5 years old. Instructor: Yolanda Provoste-Fuentes. Recommended fee of $3-$7 for those able to pay.

Drop-in. Classes facilitated in Spanish. 1740 17th Ave, Santa Cruz. 476-7284 Baby Happy Hour at JuneBug’s Gym!!

12:15pm-1:15pm. Ongoing Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays. See Apr 1.

Volunteer Housing Navigators 12:30pm2:30pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Downtown Library. Work with a “housing navigator,” who can help you set goals, overcome barriers, access documents and search for opportunities, helping you to transition back into housing, health and wellness.

Santa Cruz Farmers Market 1pm-5pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Cedar and Lincoln St. Code Combat 2pm-3:30pm (Downtown Library), 2:30pm-4pm (Live Oak Library).

Ongoing Wednesdays. See Apr 1.

CASE Art Club 2pm-4pm. 1st Wednesday.

Scotts Valley Library. A monthly class for

kids ages 6-10. Come craft with Anna and learn about the relationship between art and science. The goal is to involve kids in art using their own creativity.

Nature Art with Sue 3pm-4pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. Sue introduces new projects that explore art in nature and nature in art. The classes are aligned to STEAM objectives (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) objectives.

Family Fun Night 3pm-5pm. 1st Wednesday. Capitola Mall.

Downtown Streets Team / OnRoute22 Alumni Group 3pm-5pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Downtown Library. This ongoing workshop for women experiencing homelessness gives participants tools to more effectively navigate daily life. Participants learn skills to build a network of healthy relationships, become your own best advocate, explore your creative talents, and navigate emotions. Please email brooke@streetsteam.org for more info.

Afternoon STEAM 3:30pm-5:30pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Aptos Library. Not-So Simple Machines: Create and motorize devices using simple machines (levers, pulleys, gears & swivels). Participants will also learn how to program motors. No advanced registration.

Ages 7 to 12.

EV3 Robotics: Create advanced mechanical devices and program motors with Lego Mindstorms. Limited kits available on a 1st come basis. Participants must have attended at least 4 sessions of Simple Machines. Ages 10 to 17.

Orchard Circus Arts Class 3:30pm-4:30pm.

Ongoing Wednesdays. Orchard School. Includes juggling, unicycling, stilt walking, and more. Drop-in basis. Please contact the school at 688-1074, or www.orchardschoolaptos.org for more info.

YouTube Workshop 4:30pm-6pm. Downtown Library. No registration required for these computer classes.

Evening Indie/Documentary Movie 5:30pm7pm. 1st Wednesday. La Selva Beach Library.

For more information and/or movie selection & age appropriateness, call 831.427.7710.

Intelligent Cannabis Use for Seniors 6pm7pm. Live Oak Library. Seniors are finding cannabis especially useful for arthritis, insomnia and many other chronic illnesses.

Cannabis can be a strong medicine, so knowing how to use it correctly is important. We will discuss how to choose a specific type of Cannabis, strength parameters and forms and preparations.

Female Survivor Support Group 6pm7:30pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Monarch Services. Safe, supportive space for survivors of sexual assault or domestic violence. Childcare provided.1685 Commercial Way, Santa Cruz. 425-4030. 24hr: 888 900-4232. Wcsddm.org Foster Parent Orientation Meeting 6pm8pm. Live Oak Family Resource Center.

There is a need for loving, stable families to care for children of all age groups all over Santa Cruz County. Be an adoptive or foster parent to a child, adolescent or teen. 1740 17th Ave., Santa Cruz. For information or to sign up for an orientation, please go to www.fostercare4kids.com or call 345-2700.

Board in the Library 6:30pm-8:30pm. 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Scotts Valley Library.

Adults need playtime too! Come play with us for hours of tabletop gaming fun. Bring your favorite board game or play some of the library’s many games. No prior gaming experience is necessary. thursday, april 4

Food Addicts Anonymous Meeting 9am.

Ongoing Thursdays. Trinity Presbyterian Church. A 12-step group that helps people not eat addictively one day at a time. There are no fees. www.foodaddicts.com. 420 Melrose. Entrance is through the yellow gate to the library.

Toddler Time 10am. Ongoing Thursdays.

Aptos Library and Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 1.

New Parents with Babies 4 Months to 9 Months 10am-11:30am. Ongoing Thursdays. Sutter Room at Sutter Maternity and Surgery Center. Classes are drop-in (no prereg required). 477-2229.

Working Together 10am-11:30am. Ongoing Thursdays. Downtown Library. Information navigation and social support open to all.

Work individually with an information advocate on any information need: (housing search, application, resume?).

Preschool Storytime 10:30am. Ongoing Thursdays. Downtown Library. See Apr 1.

Armchair Travel Adventures 10:30am-12pm.

1st Thursday. La Selva Beach Library. See the world without having to pack! Join our local travelers as they share their travel adventures to places near and far. Want to share your adventures? Call 831.427.7710.

Creative Exploration 12pm-1pm. Ongoing Thursdays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. Children may let their natural curiosity flow as they explore how art and science materials work together. Some of the best child projects are related to some or all of STEAM: science, technology, engineering, art and math.

Baby Happy Hour at JuneBug’s Gym!!

12:15pm-1:15pm. Ongoing Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays. See Apr 1.

Sensory Art with Brooke 3pm-4pm. Ongoing Thursdays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. Each week Sensory Art encourages children to apply all their senses in art projects.

Code Combat 3pm-4pm. Ongoing Thursdays. Aptos Library. See Apr 1.

DIY Crafts 3pm-4:30pm. Ongoing Thursdays. Boulder Creek Library. See Apr 2.

Tales to Tails 3:30pm-4:30pm. Live Oak Library. See Apr 1.

Lego 3:30pm-5pm. Ongoing Thursdays.

Garfield Park Library. Directed LEGO construction for kids 5 and older. Each week we will construct models based on a common theme.

Spanish Conversation Group 4pm-5pm. 1st and 3rd Thursday. Aptos Library. Facilitatorled discussion and activities. All levels are welcome, including beginners. For more info, contact Ivan Llamas at llamasi@santacruzpl.org or 831-427-7702.

Minecraft.edu 4pm-5:30pm. Ongoing Thursdays. La Selva Beach Library. Learn how to survive in the world of Minecraft.

Ages 8 to 18. Space is limited to 19 on a first-come basis. No advance registration.

Aptos Chapter - Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries Meeting 5pm-6pm. 1st Thursday. Aptos Library. The Aptos Friends support the Aptos Library through fundraising and advocacy for our branch. We solicit recommendations for projects from the Aptos community, from library patrons, and from the Aptos Library Staff.

Art Walk 5:30pm-8pm. 1st Thursday. Capitola Mall (Macy’s Wing). Local artists, a featured charity every month and live entertainment. Support your local artists!

Trivia on Tap 6pm-7:30pm. Ongoing Thursdays. Steel Bonnet Brewing Company. Bring your friends, form a team (or take it on solo), and compete against other groups to win the grand prize.

ApRiL 2019

Photo by Kevin Painchuad.

BuBBLiNG up Maya Church blowing bubbles on a beautiful summer day.

Entre Nosotras 6pm-8pm. 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. WomenCARE’s Watsonville Office. Open to Spanish-speaking women with all kinds of cancer. Groups are led in Spanish and meet at our Watsonville office. Please call 831-761-3973 for details.

Citizen Science 6:30pm-8pm. 1st Thursday.

Downtown Library. SCPL is partnering with the Children’s Museum of Discovery (MOD), UCSC and The Natural History Museum to present a science series for adults and teens.

The Honey Bus, Meredith May 7pm. Bookshop Santa Cruz. An extraordinary story of a girl, her grandfather and one of nature’s most mysterious and beguiling creatures: the honeybee. An unforgettable story about finding home in the most unusual of places, and how a tiny, little-understood insect could save a life. friday, april 5 Free First Friday 10am-10pm. Santa Cruz MAH. Explore three floors of exhibitions for free and dig into a hands-on activity that’s great for all ages Free First Friday 11am-4pm. SC Museum of Natural History. Enjoy the Museum for FREE with your family. Enjoy our intertidal touch pool, large-screen microscope, and the return of our geology and paleontolgy exhibits and fossil dig pit Preschool Storytime 10am. Ongoing Fridays.

Aptos Library. See Apr 1.

Toddler Time 10am. Ongoing Fridays.

Downtown Library. See Apr 1.

Redwood Grove Loop Walk 11am & 2pm.

Ongoing Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Big Basin State Park. Join us for this fun and informative guided half-mile stroll through a

magnificent old-growth redwood forest.

Hwy 236 at 21600 Big Basin Way. 3388883.

Infant/Toddler Workshop 11am-11:45am.

Ongoing Fridays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. Early Childhood Exploration (0-3).

Come and enjoy this fun exploration-based program for infant and toddlers! Your young child will have the opportunity to engage in fascinating explorations of light and shadows. Your child will have the opportunity to explore open-ended materials in a safe space while developing skills and exploring cognitive concepts such as cause and effect.

The MAKE Lab 11am-4pm. Scotts Valley Library. The makerspace offers a variety of tools and materials for STEAM-based projects! Bring your own craft or project to work on in a creative environment, test out new tools before investing in your own, or come in to learn, explore, and have fun!

Free First Friday 11am-4pm. 1st Friday. Natural History Museum. Enjoy the Museum for FREE with your family on the first Friday of every month. Enjoy our intertidal touch pool and large-screen microscope.

PLUS get a sneak-peek at our annual Art of Nature exhibit.

Sack Puppet Making 11:45am-12:15pm.

Ongoing Fridays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. Join Puppet Master, Ricki Vincent and his staff and create imagination-inspired Sack Puppets.

Fun n’ Tumble Open Gym 12pm-3pm. Ongoing Fridays. JuneBugs Gym. Ages: walking to 7 years. Parents may leave children over 3 yrs. Parents can drop off their children for 1, 2 or all 3 hours for tumbling fun! Call 464BUGS (2847) to sign up or drop by at 3910 Portola Dr. Ste. 2 & 3 Pleasure Point-Santa Cruz. www.junebugsgym Make and Explore at the Capitola Mall 2pm4pm. Ongoing Fridays. Children’s MOD.

We will be in their Tinkerlab room. The program is free, and most suitable for 6-12 year olds. Parents will need to remain available throughout the program, and will be helping children under 8. We provide materials to explore their creativity, build things, make art and make discoveries.

Watsonville Farmers Market 2pm-7pm. Ongoing Fridays. Downtown Watsonville Plaza.

This market is in the heart of the famously bountiful Pajaro Valley. Peaceful and familyoriented, the Hispanic heritage of this community gives this market a “mercado” feel.

You’ll find a large variety of Latin American treats, including some lesser known dishes such as pambasos, huarache and chicharrones.

Art and Science at the MOD 3pm-4pm.

Ongoing Fridays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. Each week our staff combines the worlds of art and science through fun projects. Come and see what fun activity is offered today.

Tales to Tails 3pm-4pm. Felton and La Selva Beach Library. See Apr 1.

Game Developer Showcase 7pm-9:30pm.

Level Up Video Games, 113 Locust St. Level Up is hosting its first ever game developer day to showcase local game designers and their current projects in development. saturday, april 6 Aptos Farmers Market 8am-12pm. Ongoing Saturdays. Cabrillo College. Featuring more than 90 vendors, supplying a variety of fresh produce, prepared goods, items for the home. Live music, coffee, fresh baked goods.

UCSC Garden Tour 9am. 1st Saturday.

UCSC Arboretum. Sometimes you will see New Zealand, South Africa, or California and Australia. Sometimes you might see combinations of several gardens or the devel-

oping World Conifer Collection or Rare Fruit Garden. Requires admission to the Arboretum.

Open Gym 9am-12 pm. Ongoing Saturdays.

JuneBug’s Gym. Ages walking to 8 years old (or 80 lbs.). Parents can drop off for up to 3 hours for tumbling fun! Call 464-BUGS (2847) to sign up or drop by at 3910 Portola Dr. Ste. 2 & 3, Pleasure Point-Santa Cruz. www.junebugsgym.com Scotts Valley Farmer’s Market 9am-1pm.

Ongoing Saturdays. SV Community Center parking lot. Join the SV Public Library for story time, enjoy some live music, get your face painted and get fresh food.

Westside Farmers Market 9am-1pm. Ongoing Saturdays. Mission St. Ext. and Western Dr. Tales to Tails 10am-11:30am. Downtown Library. See Apr 1.

Saturdays in the Soil 10am-12pm. SC Museum of Natural History. Come and help our garden grow! You bring the people power, we’ll show you all there is to know about native plants and sustainable gardening. All ages welcome, no experience necessary.

Community Poetry Circle 10am-12pm. 1st Saturday. Downtown Library. Join the circle led by local poet, Magdalena Montagne, for this free workshop. Create your poems in a friendly supportive atmosphere. All levels welcome.

Family Lagoon Watch 10am-12pm. Ongoing Saturdays. Live Oak Library. A Nature Study Program with a variety of activities inspired by the natural environment of Corcoran Lagoon. Not suitable for very young children. We will be outdoors when weather permits.

Redwood Grove Loop Walk 11am & 2pm.

Ongoing Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Big Basin State Park. See Apr 5.

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ApRiL 2019 Old Growth Redwood Tours 11am. Ongoing Saturdays. Henry Cowell State Park. Are there different kinds of redwoods? How do coastal redwoods grow to become the tallest organisms on earth? Why are there so few old growth trees left? How important are banana slugs to the redwood ecosystems?

Scotts Valley’s Fun Years! 11am-12pm. Scotts Valley Library. Relive the 1940’s to the 1970’s with Jay Topping, who will offer a lively presentation on Scotts Valley in the days of Santa’s Village, Lost World, and Hocus Pocus, the TV clown remembered by thousands of kids.

Project Scout Tax Preparation Assistance 11am-1pm. Downtown Library. See Apr 2.

DIY Crafts 11am-4pm (Branciforte Library); 11am-1pm (Garfield Park Library). Ongoing Saturdays. Drop in with your family and make something fun!

Santa Cruz VegFest 11am-7pm. Coconut Grove, 400 Beach St. VegFest will feature local restaurants, free food samples, crueltyfree fashion and beauty products, non-profit orgs and kid’s activities! VegFest is a free event and will bring the local community together to celebrate and learn about a plantbased, cruelty-free, and environmentally-sustainable lifestyle.

Ranch Tours 1pm-2pm. Wilder Ranch. Ongoing Saturdays and Sundays. Discover what life was like a century ago on this innovative dairy ranch. This hour-long tour includes the 1897 Victorian home, 1859 Gothic Revival farmhouse, 1896 water-powered machine shop, barns and other historic buildings.

Open Art at the MOD 1pm-2pm. Ongoing Saturdays and Sundays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. There is no coloring within the lines during Open Art. We let the children’s imaginations soar through art projects.

Origami Club 1pm-3pm. 1st Saturday.

Aptos Library. Calling Origami enthusiasts of all ages! Join our monthly get together to make beautiful creations in this ancient oriental art of paper folding. We will also demonstrate more contemporary arts of book folding and 3-D modular origami.

Family Fun Do-It-Yourself Crafts 1:30pm4:30pm. Ongoing Saturdays. La Selva Beach Library. Come to the La Selva Beach Library for family fun arts & crafts. A new self-directed project every week.

Adult Arts and Crafts Workshop: DIY Travel Journals 2pm-4pm. Scotts Valley Library.

Come discover your new favorite hobby or hone the skills you already have. Attendees get to leave with a new project, a learned skill, and a greater sense of community. Registrants MUST register due to class size limits. sunday, april 7 Low Impact Stretching Exercise Class 8:30am-9:30am. Ongoing Sundays. Health Education Center 700 South Green Valley Road, Watsonville. Promotes circulation. Decreases muscle stiffness. Improves posture.

Helps manage or reduce stress. Improves balance. Increases range of motion. Instructor— Ace Martinez, a PA with over 16 years of Weight and Balance Training. (831) 3527993.

Live Oak Farmers Market 9am-1pm. Ongoing Sundays. 15th and Eastcliff Dr. Overeaters Anonymous 9:05am-10:15am.

Ongoing Sundays. Sutter Maternity & Surgical Center. Come join us for a friendly, FREE, 12-Step support group with the solution. Teens and adults welcome. Includes compulsive overeating, anorexia and bulimia.

2900 Chanticleer Ave 429-7906 santacruzoa.org

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The Road Less Traveled: A Dog Friendly Walk 9:30am-11:30am. Ongoing Sundays.

Big Basin State Park. Ongoing Sundays. We tour stunning old-growth redwood groves along beautiful Opal Creek. We’ll discuss redwood ecology and park history while exploring the deep shade of the redwood forest.

This is a fun and easy, 3-mile walk.

Ohlone Plant Use 10am-12pm. Big Basin State Park. How did the Ohlone Indians survive? Docent Eva Fewel will have plant samples and tools that the local Native Californians used. Learn how they collected, processed and used the local plants.

Redwood Grove Loop Walk 11am & 2pm.

Ongoing Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Big Basin State Park. See Apr 5.

Felling the Giants 11:30am. Big Basin State Park. Join docent Paul Fewel as he tells stories of the logging days and demonstrates how loggers were able to fell these giants— without chainsaws! You get to use some tools too!

Open Art at the MOD 1pm-2pm. Ongoing Saturdays and Sundays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 6.

Ranch Tours 1pm-2pm. Wilder Ranch. Ongoing Saturdays and Sundays. See Apr 6.

Bachata by the Sea 1pm-3pm (picnic) 3pm4pm (class) 4pm-7pm (dancing). Ongoing Sundays. 106 Beach St. Free Bachata dance class, followed by 3 hours of non-stop social dancing! Before the dancing starts we will do a fun Beach Picnic.

Sunday Seaside Crafts 1pm-3pm. Ongoing Sundays (except the 21st). Seymour Center.

Come create and take home a fun souvenir, an activity for the whole family to share.

One-on-One Tech Tutoring 1pm-3pm. Ongoing Sundays. Downtown Library. See Apr 1.

DIY Crafts 1pm-4:30pm. Ongoing Sundays.

Live Oak Library. See Apr 2.

Watsonville Nature Walks 1:30pm. Ongoing Sundays. Watsonville Nature Center (30 Harkins Slough Road). Come experience the incredible bird life that the Wetlands of Watsonville have to offer. The wetland system of sloughs and their uplands offer breeding and year-round habitat for over 220 species of shorebirds, waterfowl, raptors and song birds.

Code Combat 1:30pm-3pm. Felton Library.

See Apr 1.

Tour of the UCSC Farm 2pm-3:30pm. 1st Sunday. UCSC Hay Barn. Enjoy a free tour of the UCSC Farm.

Advisory Council of Teens 2pm-4pm.1st Sunday. Aptos Library. Open to all young adults, ages 12-18 in the Live Oak, Soquel, Capitola, Aptos and La Selva Beach areas.

This is a good opportunity for students to fulfill community service credits, obtain job skills, develop leadership abilities, and acquire college extracurricular experience.

Nar-Anon Family Groups 6:30pm-8:00pm.

Ongoing Sundays. Sutter Hospital. A 12-step program/support group for friends and families who have been affected by the addiction or drug problem of another. Meets in Sutter Room. 2900 Chanticleer Avenue. Newcomers, please come 15 minutes early to get acquainted. monday, april 8 Preschool Storytime 10am. Ongoing Mondays. Garfield Park Library. See Apr 1.

Toddler Time 10am. Ongoing Mondays.

Live Oak Library. See Apr 1.

Age Well, Drive Smart 10am-12pm. Aptos Library. Designed to provide mature drivers with the keys to driving safer and driving

longer. Reserve a spot in the class by calling: 831-662-0511.

Make Art Monday 11am-12pm; 3pm-4pm.

Ongoing Mondays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 1.

Beth El Baby Brunch 11am-12:30pm. Ongoing Mondays. Temple Beth El Coffee Lounge. See Apr 1.

Knitting 11:15am-1pm. Ongoing Mondays.

Live Oak Library. See Apr 1.

Baby Happy Hour at JuneBug’s Gym!!

12:15pm-1:15pm. Ongoing Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays. See Apr 1.

ARM-in-ARM Cancer Support Group 12:30pm-2pm. Ongoing Mondays. WomenCARE Office. See Apr 1.

Invisible / Alienated Grandparent Support Group 2:30pm-4pm. 2nd Monday. Christ Lutheran Church 10707 Soquel Dr. A safe structured environment for sharing stories and learning healthy ways to deal with separation from anyone. Led by Dr. Pat Hanson author of Invisible Grandparenting and cosponsored by Alienated Grandparents Anonymous www.AGA-FL.org, providing information and support to grandparents who feel alienated or estranged from access to their grandchildren. Questions: Pat Hanson – pat@invisiblegrandparent.com Knitting in the Library 3pm-4:30pm. Ongoing Mondays. Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 1.

Code Combat 3:30pm-5pm. Ongoing Mondays. Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 1.

One-on-One Tech Tutoring 4pm-6pm. Ongoing Mondays. Downtown Library. See Apr 1.

Cuéntame un Cuento 5:30pm. Ongoing Mondays. Live Oak Library. See Apr 1.

Word Church 4pm-8pm. Ongoing Mondays. Santa Cruz MAH. See Apr 1.

The Island of the Sea Women, Lisa See 7pm.

Bookshop Santa Cruz. This beautiful, thoughtful novel illuminates a world turned upside down, one where the women are in charge, engaging in dangerous physical work, and the men take care of the children. tuesday, april 9 Gateway School Day Tours 9am-11am.

Gateway School, 126 Eucalyptus. We invite you to join to experience our dynamic classrooms in action. Come and learn how Gateway School inspires curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking through innovative education for a fast-changing world. You will meet teachers, current parents, students and our Head of School. Register Here: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07eg5kdi3wdffaf363&llr=f tcghicab Toddler Time 10am. Ongoing Tuesdays.

Branciforte Library. See Apr 1.

New Parents with Babies 3 Weeks to 4 Months 10am-11:30am. Ongoing Tuesdays.

Sutter Room at Sutter Maternity and Surgery Center. See Ap 2.

Downtown Tuesdays 10am-10pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Downtown Santa Cruz. See Apr 2.

Preschool Storytime 10:30am. Ongoing Tuesdays. La Selva Beach Library and Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 1.

Essentials of Advance Directives 10:30am11:30am. Downtown Library. This engaging presentation from Hospices of Santa Cruz County walks you through the exact steps to take to complete your Advance Directive.

Project Scout Tax Preparation Assistance 11am-1pm (Aptos Library). 3pm-6pm (Downtown Library). See Apr 2.

Tumble-On-Tuesdays at JuneBug’s Gym 12pm-3pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. See Apr 2.

Cancer Support Group 12:30pm-2pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. WomenCARE’s Office. See Apr 2.

Secrets for Optimizing Well Being 1pm2pm. Westside New Leaf. This class discusses powerful habits that busy people can implement right away to regain and maintain their vitality. Join us to learn powerful tips designed to help your body become more capable and resilient. Register on the New Leaf website.

Lego and Duplo Fun 1:30pm-3:30pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Branciforte Library. See Apr 2.

DIY Crafts 2:30pm-4pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Downtown Library. See Apr 2.

Homework Help 3pm-5pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Branciforte Library, La Selva Beach Library, and Live Oak Library. See Apr 2.

Chess Club 3:30pm. Ongoing Tuesdays.

Aptos Library. See Apr 2.

Lego Club 3:30pm. Ongoing Tuesdays.

Boulder Creek Library. See Apr 2.

Tales to Tails 4pm-5pm. Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 1.

Youth Coalition Meeting 5pm-6:30pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Resource Center for NonViolence. See Apr 2.

Grupo de apoyo femenino del superviviente 6pm-7:30pm. Martes en curso. En Espanol.

Monarch Services. Ver Apr 2.

Grupo Estila de Vida Triple P 6pm-8pm.

Cada martes al 11 de junio. La Manzana Recursos Comunitarios, 18 W. Lake Ave, Salón E, Watsonville.

El programa Estila de Vida Triple P ofrece herramientas para ayudar a padres y niños a llevar una vida más saludable y activa. Asista a este grupo de crianza de 10 sesiones GRATIS para aprender: Guías para saber cómo comer saludable, tomar decisiones saludables y ser activos; Maneras fáciles y simples para enseñarle a los niños a ser más activos; Cómo establecer límites cuando se trata de video juegos, celulares, computadoras y televisión; Maneras para hacer cambios saludables como familia.

Este Grupo es gratis y abierto al público. Inscríbase para reservar su lugar y obtener el cuidado de sus niños GRATIS. Se proporcionarán bocadillos ligeros para niños y adultos. ¡Asista cada semana para participar en una rifa para ganar un premio!

Presentado en español por: Gladys Gómez y Sandra Rodelo – Puentes de la Comunidad, La Manzana Recursos Comunitarios Para inscribirse: Comuníquese con Sandra Rodelo al (831) 724-2997 x211 o sandrar@cbridges.org o vea el calendario en http://first5scc.org/calendar/parent-trainings Forks Over Knives Movie Night 6pm-8pm.

Westside New Leaf Market. Register on the New Leaf website.

Birth Center Tour 6:30pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Dominican Hospital. See Apr 2.

Divorced Fathers Network 7:30-8:30pm.

Ongoing Tuesdays. Aptos La Selva Fire Dept.

See Apr 2. wednesday, april 10 All Together Now! 9am-11am, Ongoing Wednesdays. Live Oak Family Resource Center. See Apr 3.

Latch Clinic 9am-11am. Ongoing Wednesdays. Dominican Rehab Lactation office 610 Frederick St. See Apr 3.

Triple P @ Together in the Park (drop-in playgroup) 10:30am-12pm. Ongoing

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SuMMER FuN Bethany Mansfield climbing a tree at Big Basin State park. A favorite location to keep cool during the summer days.

Wednesdays. Felton Covered Bridge Park, corner of Graham Hill Rd and Mt. Hermon Rd (across from Safeway). See Apr 3.

Mini Mint Mamas Meet Up 10:30am-12pm.

Ongoing Wednesdays. Mini Mint. See Apr 3.

Family Stories and Activities 11am. Ongoing Wednesdays. Boulder Creek Library. See Apr 3.

What If Wednesday 11am-12pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 3.

Preschool Storytime 11am. Ongoing Wednesdays. Live Oak Library. See Apr 1.

New Moms Support Group 11:30am-1pm.

Ongoing Wednesdays. See Apr 3.

Better Retirement with Today’s Reverse Mortgage 12pm-1pm. Aptos Library. Learn how today’s seniors use reverse mortgages to make their lives easier, including increasing cash flow with tax-free income or having a line of credit that increases over time for a safety net.

El Patio De Mi Casa 12pm-2pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Live Oak Family Resource Center. See Apr 3.

Baby Happy Hour at JuneBug’s Gym!!

12:15pm-1:15pm. Ongoing Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays. See Apr 1.

Volunteer Housing Navigators 12:30pm2:30pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Downtown Library. See Apr 3.

Dance for Parkinson’s 1pm. Ongoing Wednesdays except the first Wednesday of the month. Motion Pacific Dance. Classes are appropriate for anyone with Parkinson’s no matter how advanced. No Dance Experience is Required. Free.

Spring Into Health: 3 Weeks to Healthier Eating 1pm-2pm. Westside New Leaf. Week

1: Start Your Day with Protein. Register at the New Leaf website.

Santa Cruz Farmers Market 1pm-5pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Cedar and Lincoln St. Code Combat 2pm-3:30pm (Downtown Library), 2:30pm-4pm (Live Oak Library).

Ongoing Wednesdays. See Apr 1.

DIY Crafts 2pm-4pm. Ongoing Wednesdays except the 1st. Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 2.

Tales to Tails 2:40pm-3:40pm. Branciforte Library. See Apr 1.

Nature Art with Sue 3pm-4pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 3.

Downtown Streets Team / OnRoute22 Alumni Group 3pm-5pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Downtown Library. See Apr 3.

R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail 3pm5pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Downtown and La Selva Beach Library. One-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers. Wednesdays from 3:00p to 5:00p. Sessions are by appointment only. Contact Programs 831.427.7717 or pro@santacruzpl.org to make an appointment for a 25 minute session.

Orchard Circus Arts Class 3:30pm-4:30pm.

Ongoing Wednesdays. Orchard School. See Apr 3.

Afternoon STEAM 3:30pm-5:30pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Aptos Library. See Apr 3.

Google Maps Workshop 4:30pm-6pm.

Downtown Library. No registration required for these computer classes.

Wednesday Night Sailboat Races 5:30pm.

Ongoing Wednesdays through October.

Santa Cruz Harbor, 135 5th Ave, Santa Cruz. Harbor restaurants & the beach are

great viewing areas to watch the sailboat races against the setting sun.

Female Survivor Support Group 6pm7:30pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Monarch Services. See Apr 3.

Eating You Alive Movie Night 6pm-8pm.

Westside New Leaf Market. Register at the New Leaf website.

Scotts Valley Friends of the Library 6:30pm7:30pm. 2nd Wednesday. Scotts Valley Library. If you are interested in helping your local library, come to the meeting and learn how you can make a difference in your community. All are welcome.

Save Me the Plums, Ruth Reichl 7pm. Bookshop Santa Cruz. Complete with recipes, Ruth Reichl’s newest book is a personal journey of a woman coming to terms with being in charge and making a mark, following a passion and holding on to her dreams. thursday, april 11 Food Addicts Anonymous Meeting 9am.

Ongoing Thursdays. Trinity Presbyterian Church. See Apr 4.

Toddler Time 10am. Ongoing Thursdays.

Aptos Library and Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 1.

New Parents with Babies 4 Months to 9 Months 10am-11:30am. Ongoing Thursdays. Sutter Room at Sutter Maternity and Surgery Center. See Apr 4.

Working Together 10am-11:30am. Ongoing Thursdays. Downtown Library. See Apr 4.

Preschool Storytime 10:30am. Ongoing Thursdays. Downtown Library. See Apr 1.

Adult Book Discussion Group 10:30am12pm. La Selva Beach Library. For more information and/or book selection, call

831.427.7710.

Creative Exploration 12pm-1pm. Ongoing Thursdays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 4.

Baby Happy Hour at JuneBug’s Gym!!

12:15pm-1:15pm. Ongoing Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays. See Apr 1.

Aptos Library Book Discussion Group 1pm2:30pm. 2nd Thursday. Aptos Library. Reading selections will be made by the group with an emphasis on thought provoking fiction and challenging non-fiction.

Sensory Art with Brooke 3pm-4pm. Ongoing Thursdays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 4.

Code Combat 3pm-4pm. Ongoing Thursdays. Aptos Library. See Apr 1.

DIY Crafts 3pm-4:30pm. Ongoing Thursdays. Boulder Creek Library. See Apr 2.

Lego 3:30pm-5pm. Ongoing Thursdays.

Garfield Park Library. See Apr 4.

Minecraft.edu 4pm-5:30pm. Ongoing Thursdays. La Selva Beach Library. See Apr 4.

Tales to Tails 4pm-5:30pm. Garfield Park Library. See Apr 1.

Legally Speaking 6pm-7pm. Scotts Valley Library. A new series intended to answers questions about the most frequent legal issues people in our community face. These community discussions, focusing on legal and financial life events, will take place at various locations throughout the county.

Finding Peace of Mind: Clearing Your Clutter 6pm-7pm. Westside New Leaf Market.

Learn how to lighten the load of your belongings to bring a burst of positive energy into your life. Register on the New Leaf website.

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ApRiL 2019 Trivia on Tap 6pm-7:30pm. Ongoing Thursdays. Steel Bonnet Brewing Company. See Apr 4.

Grupo Breve de Triple P: Apoyando a su pareja 6pm-8pm. Cada jueves al 2 de mayo.

La Manzana Recursos Comunitarios, 18 W. Lake Ave, Salón E, Watsonville.

Asista a este grupo breve de cuatro semanas para aprender sobre: Temas de crianza que pueden causar desacuerdos entre las parejas; Cómo cuidar de su relación en pareja y crear una vida familiar positiva; Herramientas para ayudar a las parejas a apoyarse mutuamente y trabajar en equipo.

Este grupo breve es gratis y abierto al público. Inscríbase para reservar su lugar y obtener el cuidado de sus niños gratis. Se proporcionarán bocadillos ligeros para niños y adultos.

Presentado en español por: Sandra Rodelo, Puentes de Comunidad – La Manzana Recursos Comunitarios Para inscribirse: Comuníquese con Sandra Rodelo al (831) 724-2997 x211 o sandrar@cbridges.org o vea el calendario en http://first5scc.org/calendar/parent-trainings Ink Knows No Boundaries, Patrice Vacchione 7pm. Bookshop Santa Cruz. Vecchione presents a new poetry collection for young adults that brings together some of the most compelling and vibrant voices today reflecting the experiences of teen immigrants and refugees. Readers include Ellen Bass and Alyssa Raymond. Part of Bookshop’s 2020 Vision campaign. friday, april 12 Birdwatching for Beginners 9am-10:30am.

Wilder Ranch. Be prepared to hike two miles on uneven surfaces, with many stops to view the many birds, plants, and scenery along the way. You will help each other spot and identify birds! Bring your binoculars if you have them (binoculars are available to borrow), clothes for variable weather, and good walking shoes.

Art & Play in Pre & K! 9:30am-11am.

Mount Madonna School. Parents of toddlers, preschool, and kindergarten age children are invited to come for a morning of activities and fun experiences with your child(ren) at the Mount Madonna School Preschool and Kindergarten. RSVPs encouraged. Contact Benna Dimig at 408-846-4042 or admissions@mountmadonnaschool.org Toddler Time 10am. Ongoing Fridays.

Downtown Library. See Apr 1.

Preschool Storytime 10am. Ongoing Fridays.

Aptos Library. See Apr 1.

Infant/Toddler Workshop 11am-11:45am.

Ongoing Fridays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 5.

Redwood Grove Loop Walk 11am & 2pm.

Ongoing Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Big Basin State Park. See Apr 5.

Sack Puppet Making 11:45am-12:15pm.

Ongoing Fridays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 5.

Fun n’ Tumble Open Gym 12pm-3pm. Ongoing Fridays. JuneBugs Gym. See Apr 5.

Financial Friday 1pm-2pm. 2nd Friday.

Downtown Library. Understanding how to manage your personal finances and plan for the future is a must.

Live Oak Book Group 2pm-3pm. 2nd Friday. Live Oak Library. Reading selections will be made by the group with an emphasis on thought provoking fiction and challenging non-fiction. Check with the front desk staff for the current month’s book selection.

Make and Explore at the Capitola Mall 2pm-

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4pm. Ongoing Fridays. Children’s MOD. See Apr 5.

Watsonville Farmers Market 2pm-7pm. Ongoing Fridays. Downtown Watsonville Plaza.

See Apr 5.

Art and Science at the MOD 3pm-4pm.

Ongoing Fridays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 5.

Tales to Tails 3:30pm-4:30pm. Boulder Creek Library. See Apr 1. fashionTEENS Santa Cruz 7pm. Civic Auditorium. FASHIONS Designed, Created and Modeled by Santa Cruz Teens. Get tickets at https://fashionteensantacruz.com/ saturday, april 13 Aptos Farmers Market 8am-12pm. Ongoing Saturdays. Cabrillo College. See Apr 6.

Volunteer with the Trail Crew 9am-mid afternoon. 2nd Saturday. Big Basin State Park.

Please bring your own work gloves, lunch, and water. Join us for a unique perspective of Big Basin, a lively and productive experience with others who share a love of these redwood forests, and the satisfaction of participating in a vital part of the park’s ability to educate and inspire the public!

Wilder Ridge Loop 9am-12pm. Wilder Ranch. This is a challenging hike including several descents and ascents. Bring water, lunch, and hiking shoes. Rain cancels. Meet in parking lot.

Open Gym 9am-12 pm. Ongoing Saturdays.

JuneBug’s Gym. See Apr 6.

Scotts Valley Farmer’s Market 9am-1pm.

Ongoing Saturdays. SV Community Center parking lot. See Apr 6.

Westside Farmers Market 9am-1pm. Ongoing Saturdays. Mission St. Ext. and Western Dr. Run. Sweat. Love 5k-1k Family Fun Run/Walk 9:30am. Santa Cruz Fairgrounds.

Running with family, sweating with joy, loving every step. Register at https://www.runsweatlove.com/ Yin Yoga for All 10am-11am. 2nd and 4th Saturdays. Scotts Valley Library. Gentle yin yoga and stretches. BYO yoga mat or towel.

Good for all ages and abilities.

Family Lagoon Watch 10am-12pm. Ongoing Saturdays. Live Oak Library. See Apr 6.

FREE Exploring the San Lorenzo River Walk Series 10am-12pm. San Lorenzo River. Take a stroll with experts who will lead you along the river and help you learn about our plant and animal neighbors, geology, history, and science. Alternating between the upper river (San Lorenzo Valley) and lower river (Santa Cruz), get to know the whole flow!

Hidden Gems: Flowers of Big Basin 10am1pm. Big Basin State Park. There are many less-famous, yet still beautiful, plants in the redwood forest. Join docent Kathy Willott on this four-mile walk and meet some of the hidden gems of Big Basin! Bring water and lunch.

Blood Drive! 10am-3pm. Aptos Library.

Stanford Blood Center will be holding a blood drive in Aptos Library. Schedule an Appointment: www.sbcdonor.org (Use sponsor code 2557) or call (650) 723-7831.

For more information, please contact Monica Doleshel at (650) 444-7000.

Tales to Tails 10am-11:30am. Downtown Library. See Apr 1.

Redwood Grove Loop Walk 11am & 2pm.

Ongoing Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Big Basin State Park. See Apr 5.

Old Growth Redwood Tours 11am. Ongoing Saturdays. Henry Cowell State Park. See Apr 6.

Project Scout Tax Preparation Assistance 11am-1pm. Downtown Library. See Apr 2.

Agricultural History Project 11am-3pm. 2nd Saturday. Agricultural History Museum, 2601 East Lake Avenue, Hwy 152, Watsonville. We have created some unique interactive educational activities to help you have fun learning about past agricultural practices.

are invited to a special sneak peek of our wonderfully engaging and fun program. We foster a love of Jewish learning in a joyful, engaging and supportive community. RSVP’s to Sarah are very helpful: sclarkson@tbeaptos.org Open Art at the MOD 1pm-2pm. Ongoing Saturdays and Sundays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 5.

Ranch Tours 1pm-2pm. Wilder Ranch. Ongoing Saturdays and Sundays. See Apr 7.

DIY Crafts 11am-4pm (Branciforte Library); 11am-1pm (Garfield Park Library). Ongoing Saturdays. See Apr 2.

Board in the Library 12pm-5pm. 2nd and 4th Saturdays. Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 3.

Open Art at the MOD 1pm-2pm. Ongoing Saturdays and Sundays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Mar 2.

Bachata by the Sea 1pm-3pm (picnic) 3pm4pm (class) 4pm-7pm (dancing). Ongoing Sundays. 106 Beach St. See Apr 7.

Sunday Seaside Crafts 1pm-3pm. Ongoing Sundays (except the 21st). Seymour Center.

See Apr 7.

Ranch Tours 1pm-2pm. Wilder Ranch. Ongoing Saturdays and Sundays. See March 2.

Community Poetry Circle 1pm-3pm. 2nd Saturday. Aptos Library. Join the circle led by local poet, Magdalena Montagne. Create your poems in a friendly supportive atmosphere. All levels welcome.

Pine Needle Basket Making Workshop 1pm3pm. Big Basin State Park. Participate in a marvelous family workshop learning how to make a basket from local ponderosa pine needles. Children 10 and older may attend if accompanied by an adult. No experience necessary. The class capacity is 20; please call (831) 335-7077 to reserve your seat.

Family Fun Do-It-Yourself Crafts 1:30pm4:30pm. Ongoing Saturdays. La Selva Beach Library. See Mar 2.

Chess Instruction 2pm-3:30pm. Ongoing Saturdays except the 1st. Downtown Library.

See Apr 2.

Spanish Speaking Cancer Support Group 3pm-4:30pm. 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month. WomenCARE’s Office. Open to Spanish-speaking women with all kinds of cancer. Provides emotional support, education, and referrals to other social services.

Group is led in Spanish. Please call 831-3368662 to register. sunday, april 14 Low Impact Stretching Exercise Class 8:30am-9:30am. Ongoing Sundays. Health Education Center 700 South Green Valley Road, Watsonville. See Apr 7.

Live Oak Farmers Market 9am-1pm. Ongoing Sundays. 15th and Eastcliff Dr. Overeaters Anonymous 9:05am-10:15am.

Ongoing Sundays. Sutter Maternity & Surgical Center. See Apr 7.

The Road Less Traveled: A Dog Friendly Walk 9:30am-11:30am. Ongoing Sundays.

Big Basin State Park. See Apr 7.

Mazel Tots Play Day 9:45am-11:45am. Temple Beth El. There will be stories and art and lots of music and food! Come hang out with old friends and make some new ones too!

Mazel Tots is a FREE program for children 5 years old and under with their family. Dropins welcome! Members and non-members are welcome too! Please bring a healthy and unleavened snack to share!

Redwood Grove Loop Walk 11am & 2pm.

Ongoing Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Big Basin State Park. See Apr 5.

Temple School Open House 11am-11:45am.

Temple Beth El. Prospective kindergarten through 6th Grade students and their parents

One-on-One Tech Tutoring 1pm-3pm. Ongoing Sundays. Downtown Library. See Apr 1.

DIY Crafts 1pm-4:30pm. Ongoing Sundays.

Live Oak Library. See Apr 2.

Code Combat 1:30pm-3pm. Ongoing Sundays. Felton Library. See Apr 1.

Watsonville Nature Walks 1:30pm. Ongoing Sundays. Watsonville Nature Center (30 Harkins Slough Road). See Apr 7.

Pickwick Book Club Discussion Group 2pm-4pm. Downtown Library. A community of local bookworms, students, and teachers who meet monthly September-June to discuss a nineteenth century novel.

Brought to you by the Dickens Project at UCSC & the Santa Cruz Public Libraries.

February-June book: Barnaby Rudge by Charles Dickens. Speaker: Tara Thomas, Literature, UC Santa Cruz.

Nar-Anon Family Groups 6:30pm-8:00pm.

Ongoing Sundays. Sutter Hospital. See Apr 7. monday, april 15 Toddler Time 10am. Ongoing Mondays.

Live Oak Library. See Apr 1.

Preschool Storytime 10am. Ongoing Mondays. Garfield Park Library. See Apr 1.

Make Art Monday 11am-12pm; 3pm-4pm.

Ongoing Mondays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 1.

Beth El Baby Brunch 11am-12:30pm. Ongoing Mondays. Temple Beth El Coffee Lounge. See Apr 1.

Knitting 11:15am-1pm. Ongoing Mondays.

Live Oak Library. See Mar 4.

Baby Happy Hour at JuneBug’s Gym!!

12:15pm-1:15pm. Ongoing Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays. See Apr 1.

ARM-in-ARM Cancer Support Group 12:30pm-2pm. Ongoing Mondays. WomenCARE Office. See Apr 1.

Seasonal Craft Days 3pm-4pm. Downtown Library. We will get messy so dress accordingly. Ages 3 and older. We will be using permanent paints and markers as well as small objects like beads and pins. Always fun and always free!

Knitting in the Library 3pm-4:30pm. Ongoing Mondays. Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 1.

Tails to Tales 3:30pm-4:30pm. Aptos Library. See Apr 1.

Code Combat 3:30pm-5pm. Ongoing Mondays. Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 1.

One-on-One Tech Tutoring 4pm-6pm. Ongoing Mondays. Downtown Library. See Apr 1.

ApRiL 2019

TEEN ART Mission Hills Middle School teacher Kathleen Croscetti, who has a big fashionTEENS show scheduled April 12 (see calendar), got students to display other art at the Louden Nelson Center for the month of March. Her students have decorated bridges into Santa Cruz and are moving to a huge mural in Watsonville.

Word Church 4pm-8pm. Ongoing Mondays. Santa Cruz MAH. See Apr 1.

Cuéntame un Cuento 5:30pm. Ongoing Mondays. Live Oak Library. See Apr 1.

Triple P Workshop: Helping Teens Cope With Depression 5:30pm-7pm. La Manzana Community Resources, 18 W. Lake Ave, Suite E, Watsonville Triple P Workshops are brief classes that provide quick tips for handling everyday parenting issues. Attend this FREE parenting workshop to learn: Common causes and signs of depression in teens; What to do if you think your teen is depressed; and Tips for helping teens develop healthy coping skills.

This Triple P Workshop is FREE and open to the public. Register to reserve your spot.

FREE child care is available with advance registration. Light snacks will be provided for adults, teens, and children.

Presented in English by: Gladys Gómez, Community Bridges – La Manzana Community Resources To register: Contact Gladys Gómez at (831) 724-2997 x220 or gladysg@cbridges.org or register online at http://first5scc.org/calendar/parent-trainings tuesday, april 16 Toddler Time 10am. Ongoing Tuesdays.

Branciforte Library. See Apr 1.

New Parents with Babies 3 Weeks to 4 Months 10am-11:30am. Ongoing Tuesdays.

Sutter Room at Sutter Maternity and Surgery Center. See Apr 2.

Downtown Tuesdays 10am-10pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Downtown Santa Cruz. See Apr 2.

Preschool Storytime 10:30am. Ongoing Tuesdays. La Selva Beach Library and Scotts

Valley Library. See Apr 1.

Tumble-On-Tuesdays at JuneBug’s Gym 12pm-3pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. See Apr 2.

Cancer Support Group 12:30pm-2pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. WomenCARE’s Office. See Apr 2.

Lessons from the Italian Lifestyle 1pm-2pm.

Westside New Leaf. Join Transformational Nutrition Coach Graseilah Coolidge to learn insights gained from her 20 years of experience traveling throughout Italy. Register on the New Leaf website.

Movie Club 1pm-2pm. 3rd Tuesday. La Selva Beach Library. Join our discussion of selective movies currently in the theaters. All adults are welcome. For more information and/or list of movies, call 831.427.7710.

Lego and Duplo Fun 1:30pm-3:30pm.Ongoing Tuesdays. Branciforte Library. See Apr 2.

DIY Crafts 2:30pm-4pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Downtown Library. See Apr 2.

Homework Help 3pm-5pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Branciforte Library, La Selva Beach Library, and Live Oak Library. See Apr 2.

Lego Club 3:15pm (1st and 3rd Tuesdays— Scotts Valley Library); 3:30pm (Ongoing Tuesdays—Boulder Creek Library). See Apr 2.

Chess Club 3:30pm. Ongoing Tuesdays.

Aptos Library. See Apr 2.

Youth Coalition Meeting 5pm-6:30pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Resource Center for NonViolence. See Apr 2.

Family and Friends Cancer Support Group 5:30pm-7pm. 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month. WomenCARE’s Office. See Apr 2.

Grupo de apoyo femenino del superviviente 6pm-7:30pm. Martes en curso. En Espanol.

Monarch Services. Ver Apr 2.

Grupo Estila de Vida Triple P 6pm-8pm.

Cada martes al 11 de junio. La Manzana Recursos Comunitarios, 18 W. Lake Ave, Salón E, Watsonville. Ver Apr 9.

Vegan Kickstart Your Health Cooking Demo 6pm-8pm. Westside New Leaf. Experience the DELICIOUS side effects of eating Whole Food Plant-Based/Vegan: optimal health and wellness, weight loss, and a joy of living. Register at the New Leaf website.

Birth Center Tour 6:30pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Dominican Hospital. See Apr 2.

An Elegant Defense, Matt Richtel 7pm.

Bookshop Santa Cruz. Through science and storytelling, Richtel describes the remarkable discovery of the immune system over the last seventy years and explains in vivid detail how this complex system works, how we interact with it, and the risks we inflict on ourselves when we meddle with its natural balance.

Divorced Fathers Network 7:30-8:30pm.

Ongoing Tuesdays. Aptos La Selva Fire Dept.

See Apr 2. wednesday, april 17 All Together Now! 9am-11am, Ongoing Wednesdays. Live Oak Family Resource Center. See Apr 3.

Latch Clinic 9am-11am. Ongoing Wednesdays. Dominican Rehab Lactation office 610 Frederick St. See Apr 3.

Triple P Family Day & Egg Hunt 10am12pm. Felton Covered Bridge Park (corner of Graham Hill Road and Mount Hermon Road). Hosted by Community BridgesMountain Community Resources. Come join the fun! Get Triple P positive parenting tips, participate in a Spring Egg hunt, do face painting, and color eggs and pictures with your kids!

Ribbon Arts Guild 10am-1pm. 1st and 3rd

Wednesdays. Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 3.

Genealogy Research Group 10:30am-12pm.

3rd Wednesday. La Selva Beach Library.

Hands-on genealogy research. Bring your laptop and research. Experienced genealogists can help you find your way through the mountains of information available to you free through library databases and on the Internet.

Triple P @ Together in the Park (drop-in playgroup) 10:30am-12pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Felton Covered Bridge Park, corner of Graham Hill Rd and Mt. Hermon Rd (across from Safeway). See Apr 3.

Mini Mint Mamas Meet Up 10:30am-12pm.

Ongoing Wednesdays. Mini Mint. See Apr 3.

Family Stories and Activities 11am. Ongoing Wednesdays. Boulder Creek Library. See Apr 3.

One-on-One Tech Tutoring 11am-12pm.

Aptos Library. See Apr 1.

Preschool Storytime 11am. Ongoing Wednesdays. Live Oak Library. See Apr 1.

What If Wednesday 11am-12pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 3.

New Moms Support Group 11:30am-1pm.

Ongoing Wednesdays. See Apr 3.

El Patio De Mi Casa 12pm-2pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Live Oak Family Resource Center. See Apr 3.

Baby Happy Hour at JuneBug’s Gym!!

12:15pm-1:15pm. Ongoing Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays. See Apr 1.

Volunteer Housing Navigators 12:30pm2:30pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Downtown Library. See Apr 3.

Dance for Parkinson’s 1pm. Ongoing

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ApRiL 2019 Wednesdays except the first Wednesday of the month. Motion Pacific Dance. See Apr 10.

Spring Into Health: 3 Weeks to Healthier Eating 1pm-2pm. Westside New Leaf. Week 2: Choose Smart Carbs. Register at the New Leaf website.

Aptos Library Writing Group 1pm-3pm. 3rd Wednesday. Aptos Library. Each session begins with a 10 minute writing exercise, followed by a read-aloud (sharing is optional).

Next, participants take turns reading aloud from a current writing project. Assistance with editing on current writing projects is provided; please bring additional copies if interested in editorial support.

Santa Cruz Farmers Market 1pm-5pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Cedar and Lincoln St. Branciforte Book Discussion Group 1:30pm2:30pm. 3rd Wednesday. Branciforte Library.

This month’s book will be The Light Between Oceans by M. L. Stedman CASE Art 2pm. 3rd Wednesday. Scotts Valley Library. Ages 6-10 explore art and science through creative projects.

Code Combat 2pm-3:30pm (Downtown Library), 2:30pm-4pm (Live Oak Library).

Ongoing Wednesdays. See Apr 1.

DIY Crafts 2pm-4pm. Ongoing Wednesdays except the 1st. Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 2.

Nature Art with Sue 3pm-4pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 3.

Downtown Streets Team / OnRoute22 Alumni Group 3pm-5pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Downtown Library. See Apr 3.

R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail 3pm5pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Downtown and La Selva Beach Library. See Apr 10.

Orchard Circus Arts Class 3:30pm-4:30pm.

Ongoing Wednesdays. Orchard School. See Apr 3.

Afternoon STEAM 3:30pm-5:30pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Aptos Library. See Apr 3.

Library Databases Workshop 4:30pm-6pm.

Downtown Library. No registration required for these computer classes.

Evening Book Discussion Group 5:30pm7pm. 3rd Wednesday. La Selva Beach Library. All adults are welcome. For more information and/or book selection, call 831.427.7710.

Female Survivor Support Group 6pm7:30pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Monarch Services. See Apr 3.

Board in the Library 6:30pm-8:30pm. 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Scotts Valley Library.

See Apr 3.

Little Yellow Truck, Eve Bunting 7pm. Bookshop Santa Cruz. Ever feel too small, not adequate enough, or worried about what role you play in an important task? Little Yellow Truck did too. Written by acclaimed children’s author Eve Bunting, this story delivers the message that even the smallest helper can make a lasting impact, and that sometimes waiting is the hardest part. thursday, april 18 Food Addicts Anonymous Meeting 9am.

Ongoing Thursdays. Trinity Presbyterian Church. See Apr 4.

Toddler Time 10am. Ongoing Thursdays.

Aptos Library and Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 1.

New Parents with Babies 4 Months to 9 Months 10am-11:30am. Ongoing Thursdays. Sutter Room at Sutter Maternity and Surgery Center. See Apr 4.

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Working Together 10am-11:30am. Ongoing Thursdays. Downtown Library. See Apr 4.

Preschool Storytime 10:30am. Ongoing Thursdays. Downtown Library. See Apr 1.

Book Discussion Group 11am-12pm. 3rd Thursday. Boulder Creek Library. We discuss the book of the month, watch short videos highlighting authors and interesting side notes about the current book, and share personal insights.

Creative Exploration 12pm-1pm. Ongoing Thursdays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 4.

Munching with Mozart 12:10pm-12:50pm.

3rd Thursday. You are welcome to bring your lunch, and please avoid crunchy food items.

Baby Happy Hour at JuneBug’s Gym!!

12:15pm-1:15pm. Ongoing Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays. See Apr 1.

Sensory Art with Brooke 3pm-4pm. Ongoing Thursdays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 4.

Code Combat 3pm-4pm. Ongoing Thursdays. Aptos Library. See Apr 1.

DIY Crafts 3pm-4:30pm. Ongoing Thursdays. Boulder Creek Library. See Apr 2.

Tales to Tails 3:30pm-4:30pm. Live Oak Library. See Apr 1.

Lego 3:30pm-5pm. Ongoing Thursdays.

Garfield Park Library. See Apr 4.

Spanish Conversation Group 4pm-5pm. 1st and 3rd Thursday. Aptos Library. See Apr 4.

Minecraft.edu 4pm-5:30pm. Ongoing Thursdays. La Selva Beach Library. See Apr 4.

Trivia on Tap 6pm-7:30pm. Ongoing Thursdays. Steel Bonnet Brewing Company. See Apr 4.

Grupo Breve de Triple P: Apoyando a su pareja 6pm-8pm. Cada jueves al 2 de mayo.

La Manzana Recursos Comunitarios, 18 W. Lake Ave, Salón E, Watsonville. Ver Apr 11. friday, april 19 Values in World Thought 9am-11:30am.

Mount Madonna School. A presentation by Mount Madonna School’s 12th grade students about their recent experiences in India, interviewing social action leaders, including the Dalai Lama, visiting schools and service work experiences. RSVPs encouraged to 408847-2717 orrsvpmms@mountmadonnaschool.org.

Preschool Storytime 10am. Ongoing Fridays.

Aptos Library. See Apr 1.

Toddler Time 10am. Ongoing Fridays.

Downtown Library. See Apr 1.

Infant/Toddler Workshop 11am-11:45am.

Ongoing Fridays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 5.

Redwood Grove Loop Walk 11am & 2pm.

Ongoing Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Big Basin State Park. See Apr 5.

The MAKE Lab 11am-4pm. Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 5.

Sack Puppet Making 11:45am-12:15pm.

Ongoing Fridays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 5.

Fun n’ Tumble Open Gym 12pm-3pm. Ongoing Fridays. JuneBugs Gym. See Apr 5.

Make and Explore at the Capitola Mall 2pm4pm. Ongoing Fridays. Children’s MOD. See Apr 5.

Watsonville Farmers Market 2pm-7pm. Ongoing Fridays. Downtown Watsonville Plaza.

See Apr 5.

Art and Science at the MOD 3pm-4pm.

Ongoing Fridays. Santa Cruz Children’s

MOD. See Apr 5.

Tales to Tails 3pm-4pm. Felton and La Selva Beach Library. See Apr 1.

Cabrillo Youth Strings Chamber Music Program 4:15pm-5:30pm. Ongoing Fridays through May 17. Cabrillo VAPA5137 and VAPA5141. Classes are offered in violin, viola, and cello for ages 7 to 18. Students must provide their own instruments. (831) 479-6101. saturday, april 20 Aptos Farmers Market 8am-12pm. Ongoing Saturdays. Cabrillo College. See Apr 6.

Open Gym 9am-12 pm. Ongoing Saturdays.

JuneBug’s Gym. See Apr 6.

Scotts Valley Farmer’s Market 9am-1pm.

Ongoing Saturdays. SV Community Center parking lot. See Apr 6.

Westside Farmers Market 9am-1pm. Ongoing Saturdays. Mission St. Ext. and Western Dr. Money Matters 10am-11am. Scotts Valley Library. The ABC’s of Life Insurance.

Tales to Tails 10am-11:30am. Downtown Library. See Apr 1.

Family Lagoon Watch 10am-12pm. Ongoing Saturdays. Live Oak Library. See Apr 6.

Saturdays in the Soil 10am-12pm. SC Museum of Natural History. See Apr 6.

Pine Needle Basket Making Workshop 10am-12pm. Big Basin State Park. See Apr 12.

Aptos FSCPL Book Sale 10am-3pm. Aptos Library. Come browse a wide ranging collection from fiction to children’s books, audio books to CD’s. Our non-fiction covers subjects from A-Z: cookbooks, gardening, health & well-being, poetry, and travel among a myriad of other subject areas.

FREE Exploring the San Lorenzo River Walk Series 11am-4pm. San Lorenzo River. See Apr 13.

Redwood Grove Loop Walk 11am & 2pm.

Ongoing Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Big Basin State Park. See Apr 5.

Old Growth Redwood Tours 11am. Ongoing Saturdays. Henry Cowell State Park. See Apr 6.

DIY Crafts 11am-4pm (Branciforte Library); 11am-1pm (Garfield Park Library). Ongoing Saturdays. See Apr 2.

Open Art at the MOD 1pm-2pm. Ongoing Saturdays and Sundays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 6.

Ranch Tours 1pm-2pm. Wilder Ranch. Ongoing Saturdays and Sundays. See Apr 6.

Family Fun Do-It-Yourself Crafts 1:30pm4:30pm. Ongoing Saturdays. La Selva Beach Library. See Apr 6.

Chess Instruction 2pm-3:30pm. Ongoing Saturdays except the 1st. Downtown Library.

See Apr 2.

Community Poetry Circle 2pm-4pm. 3rd Saturday. Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 6.

Snakes Alive! 3pm. Big Basin State Park.

Come to the Sempervirens Room at park headquarters, meet docent Diane Shaw and her snake, and learn about the fascinating world of snakes. sunday, april 21 Low Impact Stretching Exercise Class 8:30am-9:30am. Ongoing Sundays. Health Education Center 700 South Green Valley Road, Watsonville. See Apr 7.

Live Oak Farmers Market 9am-1pm. Ongoing Sundays. 15th and Eastcliff Dr. Overeaters Anonymous 9:05am-10:15am.

Ongoing Sundays. Sutter Maternity & Surgical Center. See See Apr 7.

The Road Less Traveled: A Dog Friendly Walk 9:30am-11:30am. Ongoing Sundays.

Big Basin State Park. See Apr 7.

Redwood Grove Loop Walk 11am & 2pm.

Ongoing Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Big Basin State Park. See See Apr 5.

Open Art at the MOD 1pm-2pm. Ongoing Saturdays and Sundays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 6.

Ranch Tours 1pm-2pm. Wilder Ranch. Ongoing Saturdays and Sundays. See Apr 6.

DIY Crafts 1pm-4:30pm. Ongoing Sundays.

Live Oak Library. See Apr 2.

Bachata by the Sea 1pm-3pm (picnic) 3pm4pm (class) 4pm-7pm (dancing). Ongoing Sundays. Beach St. See Apr 7.

One-on-One Tech Tutoring 1pm-3pm. Ongoing Sundays. Downtown Library. See Apr 1.

Watsonville Nature Walks 1:30pm. Ongoing Sundays. Watsonville Nature Center (30 Harkins Slough Road). See Apr 7.

Science Sunday 1:30pm-2:30pm. Every 3rd Sunday. Seymour Marine Discovery Center.

Lectures are designed to make science interesting and “user-friendly” for everyone. Free with membership, admission, or valid UCSC student ID. Code Combat 1:30pm-3pm. Ongoing Sundays. Felton Library. See Apr 1.

Womb Song 2pm-3:30pm. Every 3rd Sunday. The Pacific Cultural Center. Prepare for labor and life through vocal toning and breathing exercises. Circles are open to all mothers, mothers-to-be, those trying to conceive, birth workers and women who love to sing. No musical experience necessary, dropins welcome. More info and details at: www.wombsong.com Nar-Anon Family Groups 6:30pm-8:00pm.

Ongoing Sundays. Sutter Hospital. See Apr 7. monday, april 22 ALL LIBRARY BRANCHES CLOSED Make Art Monday 11am-12pm; 3pm-4pm.

Ongoing Mondays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 1.

Beth El Baby Brunch 11am-12:30pm. Ongoing Mondays. Temple Beth El Coffee Lounge. See Apr 1.

Baby Happy Hour at JuneBug’s Gym!!

12:15pm-1:15pm. Ongoing Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays. See Apr 1.

ARM-in-ARM Cancer Support Group 12:30pm-2pm. Ongoing Mondays. WomenCARE Office. See Apr 1.

Word Church 4pm-8pm. Ongoing Mondays. Santa Cruz MAH. See Apr 1. tuesday, april 23 Toddler Time 10am. Ongoing Tuesdays.

Branciforte Library. See Apr 1.

New Parents with Babies 3 Weeks to 4 Months 10am-11:30am. Ongoing Tuesdays.

Sutter Room at Sutter Maternity and Surgery Center. See Apr 2.

Downtown Tuesdays 10am-10pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Downtown Santa Cruz. See Apr 2.

Preschool Storytime 10:30am. Ongoing

ApRiL 2019

FoCuS oN THE GoAL owen Watson running for the end zone at Big Basin State park.

Tuesdays. La Selva Beach Library and Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 1.

Advance Directive Individual Sessions 10:30am-1:30pm. Downtown Library.

Schedule a one-on-one appointment to complete your Advance Directive with support.

You’ll meet with a trained advance healthcare planning volunteer from Hospice of Santa Cruz County to complete your form. You can even get your Advance Directive witnessed to make it a legal document. Registration required. Call Vanessa at Hospice of Santa Cruz County to schedule your individual appointment at 831-430-3047.

Tumble-On-Tuesdays at JuneBug’s Gym 12pm-3pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. See Apr 2.

Cancer Support Group 12:30pm-2pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. WomenCARE’s Office. See Apr 2.

Autism Spectrum Disorder 1pm-2:30pm.

Westside New Leaf. Dr. Danette Sutton will explain the autism spectrum, causes of autism, heavy metal toxicity as it relates to autism, foods to eat and foods to avoid. Register on the New Leaf website.

Lego and Duplo Fun 1:30pm-3:30pm.Ongoing Tuesdays. Branciforte Library. See Apr 2.

DIY Crafts 2:30pm-4pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Downtown Library. See Apr 2.

Homework Help 3pm-5pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Branciforte Library, La Selva Beach Library, and Live Oak Library. See Apr 2.

Chess Club 3:30pm. Ongoing Tuesdays.

Aptos Library. See Apr 2.

Lego Club 3:30pm-5pm. Ongoing Tuesdays.

Boulder Creek Library. See Apr 2.

Stepping Stones Triple P Workshop: Teaching Children Self-Care Skills 3:30pm-5pm.

Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery (MOD), 1855 41st Ave #10, Capitola (in-

side the Mall). Stepping Stones Triple P offers parenting support for families with children with special needs, such as ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, Down syndrome and other developmental delays. Stepping Stones Triple P Workshops are brief classes that provide quick tips for handling everyday parenting issues.

Attend this FREE workshop to learn tools for teaching children with special needs selfcare skills, such as: personal hygiene, brushing teeth, getting dressed, and following morning and bedtime routines.

This Stepping Stones Triple P workshop is offered as part of the North Santa Cruz County SELPA Community Advisory Committee’s monthly meeting. No registration required. Light snacks provided. PLUS: FREE admission to the MOD all day and a Special Education Resource Fair from 3 – 6 p.m. hosted by the North Santa Cruz County SELPA Community Advisory Committee.

Please note: child care will not be available at this event.

Presented in English by: Stella Lauerman, Triple P Practitioner For questions, contact the North Santa Cruz County SELPA Office at (831) 466-5700 or visit www.nsccselpa.org Tales to Tails 4pm-5pm. Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 1.

Youth Coalition Meeting 5pm-6:30pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Resource Center for NonViolence. See Apr 2.

Triple P Seminar: The Power of Positive Parenting 5:30pm-7pm. Nueva Vista Community Resources, 711 E. Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz.

Triple P Seminars offer general parenting tips that can be used in a wide range of situations. This seminar is the first in a series of three for families with children birth – 12 years old. You can attend one, two or all

three of the seminars in the series.

The Power of Positive Parenting provides an introduction to the Triple P program and positive parenting strategies. Attend this free seminar to learn how to: Provide positive learning environments for children; Use assertive discipline; Have realistic expectations and take care of yourself.

This Triple P Seminar is FREE and open to the public. Free child care is available with advance registration. Light snacks will be provided for children and adults.

Presented in English by: Liliana Zamora, Community Bridges – La Manzana Community Resources To register: Contact Liliana Zamora at (831) 724-2997 x212 or lilianaz@cbridges.org or register online at http://first5scc.org/calendar/parent-trainings Grupo de apoyo femenino del superviviente 6pm-7:30pm. Martes en curso. En Espanol.

Monarch Services. Ver Apr 2.

Grupo Estila de Vida Triple P 6pm-8pm.

Cada martes al 11 de junio. La Manzana Recursos Comunitarios, 18 W. Lake Ave, Salón E, Watsonville. Ver Apr 9.

Hidden Gems Film Club 6pm-8pm. Aptos Library. Foreign films, documentaries, independents and even some mainstream movies you might have missed! If you wish, bring a snack to share, and participate in the discussion!

Birth Center Tour 6:30pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Dominican Hospital. See Apr 2.

Divorced Fathers Network 7:30-8:30pm.

Ongoing Tuesdays. Aptos La Selva Fire Dept.

See Apr 2. wednesday, april 24

Photo by Kevin Painchaud.

All Together Now! 9am-11am, Ongoing Wednesdays. Live Oak Family Resource Center. See Apr 3.

Latch Clinic 9am-11am. Ongoing Wednesdays. Dominican Rehab Lactation office 610 Frederick St. See Apr 3.

Triple P @ Together in the Park (drop-in playgroup) 10:30am-12pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Felton Covered Bridge Park, corner of Graham Hill Rd and Mt. Hermon Rd (across from Safeway). See Apr 3.

Mini Mint Mamas Meet Up 10:30am-12pm.

Ongoing Wednesdays. Mini Mint. See Apr 3.

Family Stories and Activities 11am. Ongoing Wednesdays. Boulder Creek Library. See Apr 3.

Preschool Storytime 11am. Ongoing Wednesdays. Live Oak Library. See Apr 1.

What If Wednesday 11am-12pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 3.

New Moms Support Group 11:30am-1pm.

Ongoing Wednesdays. See Apr 3.

El Patio De Mi Casa 12pm-2pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Live Oak Family Resource Center. See Apr 3.

Baby Happy Hour at JuneBug’s Gym!!

12:15pm-1:15pm. Ongoing Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays. See Apr 1.

Volunteer Housing Navigators 12:30pm2:30pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Downtown Library. See Apr 3.

Dance for Parkinson’s 1pm. Ongoing Wednesdays except the first Wednesday of the month. Motion Pacific Dance. See Apr 10.

Spring Into Health: 3 Weeks to Healthier Eating 1pm-2pm. Westside New Leaf. Week 3: Embracing Healthy Fats. Register at the

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Santa Cruz Farmers Market 1pm-5pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Cedar and Lincoln St. Code Combat 2pm-3:30pm (Downtown Library), 2:30pm-4pm (Live Oak Library).

Ongoing Wednesdays. See Apr 1.

DIY Crafts 2pm-4pm. Ongoing Wednesdays except the 1st. Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 2.

Nature Art with Sue 3pm-4pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 3.

Downtown Streets Team / OnRoute22 Alumni Group 3pm-5pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Downtown Library. See Apr 3.

R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail 3pm5pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Downtown and La Selva Beach Library. See Apr 10.

Afternoon STEAM 3:30pm-5:30pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Aptos Library. See Apr. Orchard Circus Arts Class 3:30pm-4:30pm.

Ongoing Wednesdays. Orchard School. See Apr 3.

Online Scams Workshop 4:30pm-6pm.

Downtown Library. No registration required for these computer classes.

Wednesday Night Sailboat Races 5:30pm.

Ongoing Wednesdays through October.

Santa Cruz Harbor, 135 5th Ave, Santa Cruz. See Apr 3.

Healthy Eating Myths Debunked 6pm-7pm.

Westside New Leaf. Debunk common misperceptions about optimal eating, learn the differences between dieting vs. nourishing, and enjoy making more informed decisions when dinner time comes again. Register on the New Leaf website.

Female Survivor Support Group 6pm7:30pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Monarch Services. See Apr 3.

Reading in the Redwoods 6:15pm-7:30pm.

Felton Library. For more information call 427-7708 or drop by the branch. To be added to our bookgroup email list, please call 831-427-3151.

Adults with ADHD Meeting 6:30-8pm. 4th Wednesdays. Aptos Fire Station, 6934 Soquel Drive, Aptos. The Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay Branch of CHADD hosts monthly support group meetings. Contact Judy Brenis at jbbrenis@comcast.net or call 8189619.

The Night Library, David Zeltser 7pm.

Bookshop Santa Cruz. The Polar Express meets The Night at the Museum in this fantastical picture-book adventure for children about the magic of books and libraries, from local author David Zeltser. thursday, april 25 Food Addicts Anonymous Meeting 9am.

Ongoing Thursdays. Trinity Presbyterian Church. See Apr 4.

Toddler Time 10am. Ongoing Thursdays.

Aptos Library and Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 1.

New Parents with Babies 4 Months to 9 Months 10am-11:30am. Ongoing Thursdays. Sutter Room at Sutter Maternity and Surgery Center. See Apr 4.

Working Together 10am-11:30am. Ongoing Thursdays. Downtown Library. See Apr 4.

Preschool Storytime 10:30am. Ongoing Thursdays. Downtown Library. See Apr 1.

Passionate Readers Book Discussion Group 10:30pm-12pm. 4th Thursday. La Selva Beach Library. All adults are welcome. For more information and/or book selection, call 831.427.7710.

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Creative Exploration 12pm-1pm. Ongoing Thursdays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 4.

Baby Happy Hour at JuneBug’s Gym!!

12:15pm-1:15pm. Ongoing Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays. See Apr 1.

Sensory Art with Brooke 3pm-4pm. Ongoing Thursdays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Mar 3.

Code Combat 3pm-4pm. Ongoing Thursdays. Aptos Library. See Apr 1.

DIY Crafts 3pm-4:30pm. Ongoing Thursdays. Boulder Creek Library. See Apr 2.

Lego 3:30pm-5pm. Ongoing Thursdays.

Garfield Park Library. See Apr 4.

Tales to Tails 4pm-5:30pm. Garfield Park Library. See Apr 1.

Minecraft.edu 4pm-5:30pm. Ongoing Thursdays. La Selva Beach Library. See Apr 4.

Trivia on Tap 6pm-7:30pm. Ongoing Thursdays. Steel Bonnet Brewing Company.

See Apr 4.

Entre Nosotras 6pm-8pm. 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. WomenCARE’s Watsonville Office. See Apr 4.

Grupo Breve de Triple P: Apoyando a su pareja 6pm-8pm. Cada jueves al 2 de mayo.

La Manzana Recursos Comunitarios, 18 W. Lake Ave, Salón E, Watsonville. Ver Apr 11.

Scotts Valley Genre Book Discussion Group 7pm-8:30pm. Last Thursday. Scotts Valley Library. The group discusses books from a different genre each month. friday, april 26 Preschool Storytime 10am. Ongoing Fridays.

Aptos Library. See Apr 1.

Toddler Time 10am. Ongoing Fridays.

Downtown Library. See Apr 1.

Movie Matinee 10am-12pm. 4th Friday. La Selva Beach Library. Wake up to a good movie.

Infant/Toddler Workshop 11am-11:45am.

Ongoing Fridays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 5.

Redwood Grove Loop Walk 11am & 2pm.

Ongoing Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Big Basin State Park. See Apr 5.

Sack Puppet Making 11:45am-12:15pm.

Ongoing Fridays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 5.

Fun n’ Tumble Open Gym 12pm-3pm. Ongoing Fridays. JuneBugs Gym. See Apr 5.

Civil War Author Talk with Nick Adams 2pm-3pm. Garfield Park Library. Author Nick Adams will give an author talk on his book Away at War, about the family left behind when the Civil War breaks out.

Make and Explore at the Capitola Mall 2pm-4pm. Ongoing Fridays. Children’s MOD. See Apr 5.

Watsonville Farmers Market 2pm-7pm. Ongoing Fridays. Downtown Watsonville Plaza.

See Apr 5.

Art and Science at the MOD 3pm-4pm.

Ongoing Fridays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 5.

Cabrillo Youth Strings Chamber Music Program 4:15pm-5:30pm. Ongoing Fridays through May 17. Cabrillo VAPA5137 and VAPA5141. See Apr 19. saturday, april 27 Aptos Farmers Market 8am-12pm. Ongoing Saturdays. Cabrillo College. See Apr 6.

Open Gym 9am-12 pm. Ongoing Saturdays.

JuneBug’s Gym. See Apr 6.

Scotts Valley Farmer’s Market 9am-1pm.

Ongoing Saturdays. SV Community Center parking lot. See Apr 6.

Westside Farmers Market 9am-1pm. Ongoing Saturdays. Mission St. Ext. and Western Dr. Yin Yoga for All 10am-11am. 2nd and 4th Saturdays. Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 13.

Tales to Tails 10am-11:30am. Downtown Library. See Apr 1.

Family Lagoon Watch 10am-12pm. Ongoing Saturdays. Live Oak Library. See Apr 6.

FREE Exploring the San Lorenzo River Walk Series 10am-12pm. San Lorenzo River.

See Apr 13.

Santa Cruz Mineral, Gem, Fossil, & Jewelry Show 10am-5pm. Civic Auditorium, 307 Church St. Join the non-profit 501(c)3 Santa Cruz Gem and Mineral Society for a family-friendly event with loads of fun, including exhibits, lectures, fun play and learning activities, and artists and dealers.

Santa Cruz Omega Nu 2019 Ducky Derby 10:30am-3:30pm. Harvey West Park Friendship Gardens. Delicious food, carnival games, music, entertainment, and of course the duck races! Over 11,000 rubber ducks will race in heats down a 75-yard man-made waterway. All proceeds go directly back to the Santa Cruz community, through our scholarship and charity programs. websiteduckyderbysantacruz.org Old Growth Redwood Tours 11am. Ongoing Saturdays. Henry Cowell State Park. See Apr 6.

13th annual Summit for the Planet Earth Day Celebration and Eco-Carnival 11am1:30pm. 491 Summit Road (near Mount Madonna County Park). Free admission. See kids’ solar vehicle races, eco-carnival games, face painting, pony rides, live wildlife and reptile exhibits. Enjoy organic foods, live music, learning expo and a Trash Fashion show. Hosted by Mount Madonna School.

Information at SummitforthePlanet.org DIY Crafts 11am-4pm (Branciforte Library); 11am-1pm (Garfield Park Library). Ongoing Saturdays. See Apr 2.

Redwood Grove Loop Walk 11am & 2pm.

Ongoing Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Big Basin State Park. See Apr 5.

Garden Planting and Wool Day 11am-3pm.

Wilder Ranch. Learn from composting demonstrations, obtain gardening information, and participate in garden crafts. If weather is good, arrive early (10 am to noon) to see a sheep- shearing demonstration and find out how wool is processed from “sheep to shawl.”

Board in the Library 12pm-5pm. 2nd and 4th Saturdays. Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 3.

DIY Crafts 11am-4pm (Branciforte Library); 1:30pm-4:30pm (La Selva Beach Library).

Ongoing Saturdays. See Apr 2.

Open Art at the MOD 1pm-2pm. Ongoing Saturdays and Sundays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 6.

Ranch Tours 1pm-2pm. Wilder Ranch. Ongoing Saturdays and Sundays. See Apr 6.

Tales of Old Felton 1pm-2:30pm. The Satellite Felton, 6265 Highway 9. Randall Brown will share stories of characters and events from Felton’s 150-year history. Learn about our pioneers, the coming of the railroad, famous fires, movie stars on location, and more. This program is part of the spring local history series.

Family Fun Do-It-Yourself Crafts 1:30pm4:30pm. Ongoing Saturdays. La Selva Beach

Library. See Apr 6.

Chess Instruction 2pm. Ongoing Saturdays except the 1st. Downtown Library. See Apr 2.

Spanish Speaking Cancer Support Group 3pm-4:30pm. 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month. WomenCARE’s Office. See Apr 13. sunday, april 28 Low Impact Stretching Exercise Class 8:30am-9:30am. Ongoing Sundays. Health Education Center 700 South Green Valley Road, Watsonville. See Apr 7.

Live Oak Farmers Market 9am-1pm. Ongoing Sundays. 15th and Eastcliff Dr. Overeaters Anonymous 9:05am-10:15am.

Ongoing Sundays. Sutter Maternity & Surgical Center. See Apr 7.

The Road Less Traveled: A Dog Friendly Walk 9:30am-11:30am. Ongoing Sundays.

Big Basin State Park. See Apr 7.

Coffee Talk and Crafts 9:30am-12pm. Big Basin State Park. Come to the Sempervirens Room next to park headquarters for free coffee or hot chocolate!

Hike to Ocean View Summit 10am-2:30pm.

Big Basin State Park. Escape the crowds on this 6-mile loop through shaded forest to a hilltop view of the coast.

Santa Cruz Mineral, Gem, Fossil, & Jewelry Show 10am-5pm. Civic Auditorium, 307 Church St. See Apr 27.

Redwood Grove Loop Walk 11am & 2pm.

Ongoing Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Big Basin State Park. See Apr 5.

Open Art at the MOD 1pm-2pm. Ongoing Saturdays and Sundays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 6.

Ranch Tours 1pm-2pm. Wilder Ranch. Ongoing Saturdays and Sundays. See Apr 6.

Bachata by the Sea 1pm-3pm (picnic) 3pm4pm (class) 4pm-7pm (dancing). Ongoing Sundays. 106 Beach St. See Apr 7.

Sunday Seaside Crafts 1pm-3pm. Ongoing Sundays (except the 21st). Seymour Center.

See Apr 7.

One-on-One Tech Tutoring 1pm-3pm. Ongoing Sundays. Downtown Library. See Apr 1.

DIY Crafts 1pm-4:30pm. Ongoing Sundays.

Live Oak Library. See Apr 2.

Watsonville Nature Walks 1:30pm. Ongoing Sundays. Watsonville Nature Center (30 Harkins Slough Road). See Apr 7.

Code Combat 1:30pm-3pm. Ongoing Sundays. Felton Library. See Apr 1.

Sustain Campaign Launch Party 5pm-7pm.

Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery. Come talk to our volunteer Executive Director before she retires in June. Community support continues to be vital for the MOD, and we’d like to hear from YOU about YOUR feelings about what MOD gets right and what changes you would like to see for us to better serve you and your children.

Door prizes and free passes will be part of the fun.

Nar-Anon Family Groups 6:30pm-8:00pm.

Ongoing Sundays. Sutter Hospital. See Apr 7. monday, april 29 Toddler Time 10am. Ongoing Mondays.

Live Oak Library. See Apr 1.

Preschool Storytime 10am. Ongoing Mondays. Garfield Park Library. See Apr 1.

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Photo by Kevin Painchaud.

HEADiNG HoME Rowan Bowles rounding second at Aptos Little League.

Make Art Monday 11am-12pm; 3pm-4pm.

Ongoing Mondays. Santa Cruz Children’s MOD. See Apr 1.

Beth El Baby Brunch 11am-12:30pm. Ongoing Mondays. Temple Beth El Coffee Lounge. See Apr 1.

Knitting 11:15am-1pm. Ongoing Mondays.

Live Oak Library. See Apr 1.

Baby Happy Hour at JuneBug’s Gym!!

12:15pm-1:15pm. Ongoing Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays. See Apr 1.

ARM-in-ARM Cancer Support Group 12:30pm-2pm. Ongoing Mondays. WomenCARE Office. See Apr 1.

Knitting in the Library 3pm-4:30pm. Ongoing Mondays. Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 1.

Code Combat 3:30pm-5pm. Ongoing Mondays. Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 1.

One-on-One Tech Tutoring 4pm-6pm. Ongoing Mondays. Downtown Library. See Apr 1.

Word Church 4pm-8pm. Ongoing Mondays. Santa Cruz MAH. See Apr 1.

Día de los Niños con Cuéntame un Cuento 5:30pm. Ongoing Mondays. Live Oak Library. See Apr 1.

Taller de Triple P: Lidiando con el estrés 5:30pm-7pm. Nueva Vista Recursos Comunitarios, 711 E. Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz.

Los talleres de Triple P ofrecen consejos prácticos y estrategias para manejar las preguntas y desafíos de crianza específicas.

Asista a este taller de crianza GRATIS para aprender: Las causas comunes del estrés y cómo el estrés afecta la crianza; Cómo reconocer las señales del estrés; Formas saludables para reducir y controlar el estrés de la vida diaria.

Este taller es gratis y abierto al público. In-

scríbase para reservar su lugar y obtener el cuidado de sus niños GRATIS. Se proporcionarán bocadillos ligeros para niños y adultos.

Presentado en español por: Gladys Gómez, Puentes de la Comunidad – La Manzana Recursos Comunitarios Para inscribirse: Comuníquese con Gladys Gómez al (831) 724-2997 x220 o gladysg@cbridges.org o vea el calendario en http://first5scc.org/calendar/parent-trainings tuesday, april 30 Toddler Time 10am. Ongoing Tuesdays.

Branciforte Library. See Apr 1.

New Parents with Babies 3 Weeks to 4 Months 10am-11:30am. Ongoing Tuesdays.

Sutter Room at Sutter Maternity and Surgery Center. See Apr 2.

Downtown Tuesdays 10am-10pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Downtown Santa Cruz. See Apr 2.

Preschool Storytime 10:30am. Ongoing Tuesdays. La Selva Beach Library and Scotts Valley Library. See Apr 1.

Tumble-On-Tuesdays at JuneBug’s Gym 12pm-3pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. See Apr 2.

Cancer Support Group 12:30pm-2pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. WomenCARE’s Office. See Apr 2.

Achieving Sound Sleep 1pm-2pm. Westside New Leaf. Find out which foods, supplements and daily habits will help you snooze.

Register on the New Leaf website.

Lego and Duplo Fun 1:30pm-3:30pm.Ongoing Tuesdays. Branciforte Library. See Apr 2.

DIY Crafts 2:30pm-4pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Downtown Library. See Apr 2.

Homework Help 3pm-5pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Branciforte Library, La Selva Beach Library, and Live Oak Library. See Apr 2.

Chess Club 3:30pm. Ongoing Tuesdays.

Aptos Library. See Apr 2.

Lego Club 3:30pm-5pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Boulder Creek Library. See Apr 2.

Youth Coalition Meeting 5pm-6:30pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Resource Center for NonViolence. See Apr 2.

Triple P Seminar: Raising Confident, Competent Children 5:30pm-7pm. Nueva Vista Community Resources, 711 E. Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz.

Triple P Seminars offer general parenting tips that can be used in a wide range of situations. This seminar is the second in a series of three for families with children birth – 12 years old. You can attend one, two or all three of the seminars in the series. Attend Raising Confident, Competent Children to get tips for helping your children: Learn how to treat others with respect; Develop good communication and social skills; Develop healthy self-esteem.

This Triple P Seminar is FREE and open to the public. Free child care is available with advance registration. Light snacks will be provided for children and adults.

Presented in English by: Liliana Zamora, Community Bridges – La Manzana Community Resources To register: Contact Liliana Zamora at (831) 724-2997 x212 or lilianaz@cbridges.org or register online at http://first5scc.org/calendar/parent-trainings Grupo de apoyo femenino del superviviente 6pm-7:30pm. Martes en curso. En Espanol.

Monarch Services. Ver Apr 2.

Hidden Gems Film Club 6pm-8pm. Aptos Library. Foreign films, documentaries, inde-

pendents and even some mainstream movies you might have missed! If you wish, bring a snack to share, and participate in the discussion!

Birth Center Tour 6:30pm. Ongoing Tuesdays. Dominican Hospital. See Apr 2.

Divorced Fathers Network 7:30-8:30pm.

Ongoing Tuesdays. Aptos La Selva Fire Dept. See Apr 2.

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