Ballots & Books

Voter services and family activities at local libraries

The Santa Cruz County Clerk/Elections Office is bringing voter services to local libraries this October through Ballots & Books, helping residents prepare for the November 3, 2026, General Election.

Residents can register to vote, drop off completed ballots, obtain replacement ballots and vote using an accessible ballot. Elections staff will be available to answer questions and provide information about voting. Activities for children will give families an opportunity to learn about elections together. Ballots & Books provides convenient access to election services in communities throughout the county. Ballots & Books provides convenient access to election services in communities throughout the county. Residents are encouraged to visit a participating library during the following events:

• Thursday, October 15, 1:30–5:30 p.m.
Boulder Creek Library, 13390 West Park Avenue, Boulder Creek
• Friday, October 16, 12:30–4:30 p.m.
Capitola Library, 2005 Wharf Road, Capitola
• Saturday, October 17, noon–4 p.m.
Watsonville Library, 275 Main Street, Watsonville
• Saturday, October 17, noon–4 p.m.
Freedom Branch Library, 2021 Freedom Boulevard, Freedom
• Wednesday, October 21, 1:30–5:30 p.m.
Santa Cruz Downtown Library, 224 Church Street, Santa Cruz
• Friday, October 23, 12:30–4:30 p.m.
Branciforte Library, 230 Gault Street, Santa Cruz
• Saturday, October 24, 12:30–4:30 p.m.
Aptos Library, 7695 Soquel Drive, Aptos
• Monday, October 26, 1:30–5:30 p.m.
Live Oak Library, 2380 Portola Drive, Santa Cruz

For more information, visit votescount.santacruzcountyca.gov or contact your local library.