Wednesday, May 22 (11:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
Location: Live Oak

Join us for our weekly Preschool Story Time. We'll read books, sing songs and make a simple craft! 

For 3-6 year olds.

Wednesday, May 22 (11:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
Location: Boulder Creek

Pre-schoolers, 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.

Wednesday, May 22 (11:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
Location: Aptos

Trying to play with technology and getting frustrated? A tech savvy librarian will provide instruction in the use of a wide range of technology services: How to use free downloadable content available from your library in a number of formats (eBooks, eAudiobooks, and streaming video) Introduction to SCPL databases (i.e. Consumer Reports, Community Information, etc…) Creating an email account Downloading and attaching files Word processing direction and support Drop-in weekly appointments, 20 minute slots available. To best support learning, please bring the following items: devices (i.e., laptops, tablets, and/or smartphones), necessary passwords (Google Play, App Store), and library card! First-come, First-served. FREE! 

Wednesday, May 22 (12:30 PM - 2:30 PM)
Location: Downtown
Room: Downtown Downstairs Meeting Room

Are you currently experiencing homelessness? Work with a compassionate and effective community volunteer or "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.

Wednesday, May 22 (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
Location: Scotts Valley

Drop in and make a fun craft every Wednesday afternoon. Families are welcome.

Wednesday, May 22 (2:00 PM - 3:30 PM)
Location: Downtown
Room: Downtown Upstairs Meeting Room

SCPL's CodeCombat Coding Club is a once weekly meetup where 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. It's not just gamification with bells and whistles, it's democratizing learning to code by making the process more accessible and engaging than ever before! Learners write code, execute it and see their changes in real-time! Ages 8-18. Space is limited and registration is required. Register by email pro@santacruzpl.org or call 831-427-7717.

Wednesday, May 22 (2:40 PM - 3:40 PM)
Location: Branciforte

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.

Wednesday, May 22 (3:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
Location: Downtown

R.E.A.D. is 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.

Wednesday, May 22 (3:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
Location: La Selva Beach

R.E.A.D. is 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.

Wednesday, May 22 (3:30 PM - 5:30 PM)
Location: Scotts Valley

This is the day that all the kids have been working towards, building and programming their robots.  Families and others are welcome to watch. The not-so-ancient art of Robo Sumo is a great specatator sport!

Wednesday, May 22 (6:15 PM - 7:30 PM)
Location: Felton

Reading in the Redwoods book group meets monthly at the Felton Library on the fourth Wednesday at 6:15 pm. The book for the May discussion is The Bookseller of Kabul, by Åsne Seierstad. Copies of the book are usually available at the Felton branch 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.

Wednesday, May 22 (6:30 PM - 7:45 PM)
Location: Branciforte

Please join us to learn more about the upcoming renovation of the Branciforte library branch. Enjoy this opportunity to share thoughts about proposed plans for the space. Presentation and discussion led by Jayson Architecture and the Santa Cruz Public Libraries.

Wednesday, May 22 (6:30 PM - 8:00 PM)
Location: Scotts Valley

Calling all writers! This open mic night offers you an environment to read your works aloud either just to have them heard or to receive critiquing from your peers. Poets, novelists, short story writers, scriptwriters, essayists, writers of memoir, nonfiction, and children’s storybooks--plus friends, fans, and readers who want to hear something new--are all welcome! 

Writers can sign up for a 5- or 10-minute reading slot on a first-come, first-serve basis. Extra time can be requested for critiquing. 

Thursday, May 23 (10:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
Location: Scotts Valley

A 60 minute program for children, 0-3 years and their parents or caregivers. Join us for music, stories & play! Space is limited so come on time. 

Thursday, May 23 (10:00 AM - 11:30 AM)
Location: Downtown
Room: Downtown Downstairs Meeting Room

Information navigation and social support open to all. Work individually with an information advocate on any information need: (housing search, application, resume?). Make a phone call or get help with free scanning, printing or email. Apply for a lifeline phone or get connected to a local program or service. You decide, we assist. 

Thursday, May 23 (10:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
Location: Aptos

Toddler Time is a weekly early literacy program for families with children ages 0-3 years old. Music, movement, stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and songs are a fun way for your child to learn while spending valuable social time with other children and their caregivers. Please arrive on time. Let's play and learn together!

Thursday, May 23 (10:30 AM - 11:30 AM)
Location: Downtown

Join us at the Downtown Library for our weekly Preschool Story Time. We'll read books, sing songs and make a simple craft!  Suggested ages 3-6.

Thursday, May 23 (10:30 AM - 12:00 PM)
Location: La Selva Beach

The LSB Adult Book Discussion group meets on the fourth Thursday of the month from 10:30a to 12:00p and all adults are welcome. For more information and/or book selection, call 831.427.7710.

Thursday, May 23 (3:00 PM - 4:30 PM)
Location: Boulder Creek

Get creative! Join us at the Boulder Creek Library for a Do-It-Yourself craft. Kids, teens and families welcome!

Thursday, May 23 (3:30 PM - 5:00 PM)
Location: Garfield Park

Come to the Garfield Park Library every Thursday and have fun with Lego's. Free build LEGO construction for kids 5 and up. Under 7 years old requires parental supervision.