Sunday, June 1 (12:00 AM - 11:59 PM)
Location: Felton

Fun for all ages! From June 1st-June 30th, follow the pages around the Felton Nature Discover Park on this self-guided stroll and read a beautifully illustrated story along the way!

Before We Stood Tall: From Small Seed to Mighty Tree by Jessica Kulekjian and Madeline Kloepper  is presented for your enjoyment by the Felton Library Friends and the Santa Cruz Public Libraries.

Sunday, June 1 (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM)
Location: Offsite

Join Librarian Jackie, the Library Fairy at the first ever Wee Kirk Market for storytimes and bubbles throughout this local Farmers Market event. Free!

Location: 9500 Central Avenue, Ben Lomond. For more information see the Ben Lomond Village Alliance webpage: https://benlomondvillage.org/event/wee-kirk-market/

Sunday, June 1 (11:00 AM - 1:00 PM)
Location: Aptos
Room: The Betty Leonard Community Room

Advisory Council of Teens (ACT) is the SCPL young adult advisory group. ACT is open to all Santa Cruz County young adults, ages 12-18. The main focus of the ACT is young adult services, including programs, events, spaces, and policies.  This is a good opportunity for students to fulfill community service credits, obtain job skills, develop leadership abilities, and acquire college extracurricular experience. 

Questions?  Contact Sandi Imperio (imperios@santacruzpl.org)

Meetings: 1st Sunday of the month, 11:00a-1:00p.  Meetings are at the Aptos Library Community Room, 7695 Soquel Dr., Aptos

No registration required.

Sunday, June 1 (1:00 PM - 3:00 PM)
Location: Downtown

Are you stuck with a technology question?

Our tech savvy staff at the Downtown Library would like to help you troubleshoot your issue with a 30 minute (or less) appointment. Fixing broken hardware or software is not within our scope. Possible topics may include: creating an email account, creating documents, attaching files, using premium subscription library resources, downloading and streaming content like movies, books, and audiobooks, and more. Please bring any devices you use, and have your necessary passwords and library card with you. 

Make an appointment: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/appointments/downtown

Advance appointments are prioritized. Visit the library's information desk or call telephone information (831-427-7713) for help making an appointment. Arriving later than 5 minutes after scheduled time may result in appointment cancellation. Walk-ins are welcome, when openings are available.

We look forward to helping you!

Sunday, June 1 (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
Location: Downtown
Room: Downtown Community Room

Come and kick off summer  - sign up for Summer Reading and decorate your own book bag! All supplies will be provided. 

Monday, June 2 (12:00 AM - 11:59 PM)
Location: Branciforte

Unlock your creativity with acrylic paints and teeny tiny easels. Create a work of art to either take home or let staff display at the B40 Library. This is a teen only activity that will be available through June and July, 2025.

Monday, June 2 (10:30 AM - 12:00 PM)
Location: Aptos
Room: The Betty Leonard Community Room

Join us at the Bridge Club, every Monday from 10:30am to 12:00pm. Everyone is welcomed from beginners to social players. Make new friends and sharpen your mind. If you’re interested in playing Bridge, a table is waiting for you.

Bridge club is a partnership between Santa Cruz County Parks and Santa Cruz Public Libraries. 

Please click HERE TO REGISTER for the event on Santa Cruz County Parks website or in person one the day of the event at the Aptos Library.

Enjoy playing bridge for recreation, mental stimulation, and companionship at the library!