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Sat, Mar 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Scotts Valley Branch - Fireside Community Room
Have you been hankering for an in-person book club? Join us on the first Saturday of the month from 10:30AM-12PM in our cozy Fireside Room for a friendly book discussion group.

Sat, Mar 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Scotts Valley Branch - Fireside Community Room
A historical biography of a matriarch who formed a potent entrepreneurial force with her daughters and broke glass ceilings within the patriarchal world of nineteenth century California.

Sat, Mar 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Downtown Branch - Otter Room
Bring Your Own Book Club-All are welcome to bring whatever they are currently reading to discuss books, give and receive recommendations and share their love of reading.

Mon, Mar 09, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Aptos Branch - Betty Leonard Community Room
Join a supportive writing group to share work, give feedback, and grow your craft. All genres and experience levels welcome. Meets 2nd & 4th Mondays, 12:30?3 PM at Aptos Library.

Mon, Mar 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Downtown Branch - Life Literacies Center
A poetry workshop anyone who would like to establish a writing practice in a safe and encouraging environment.

Tue, Mar 10, 12:15pm - 2:15pm
Scotts Valley Branch - Fireside Community Room
Join a health book club with educational discussions led by Dr. Rabia Barkins, a licensed holistic health practitioner. Improve overall health with lifestyle changes to diet, exercise, and more.

Wed, Mar 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Branciforte Branch - Community Room
Join the circle and write a poem in a supportive and creative environment.

Thu, Mar 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm
La Selva Beach Branch - Zoom Adult Programs SCPL
Join our book club every second Thursday to explore great reads and share engaging conversations with fellow book lovers.

Thu, Mar 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Aptos Branch - Dorosin Family Conference Room,Zoom Adult Programs SCPL
The Aptos Library Book Discussion Group meets 2nd Thursdays, 1-2:30pm, in-person or via Zoom. Adult readers choose thought-provoking fiction & nonfiction. Email judybookdoc@collegepathfinders.com.

Thu, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Branch
Virtual Author Talk with New York Times Bestselling Author of The Alice Network and The Rose Code.
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Fri, Mar 13, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Live Oak Branch
This month's book will be Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.

Sat, Mar 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Scotts Valley Branch - Fireside Community Room
Join renowned local gardener Renee Shepherd for a presentation on growing herbs and vegetables from seed, just in time for the Spring season!
This event is full

Sat, Mar 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Capitola Branch - Ow Family Community Room
Write a poem in a creative and supportive environment.

Sat, Mar 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Scotts Valley Branch - Fireside Community Room
Learn about Iranian rituals and beliefs in relation to dance, as well as how Iranian culture has impacted global music and dance traditions.

Mon, Mar 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Downtown Branch - Life Literacies Center
A poetry workshop anyone who would like to establish a writing practice in a safe and encouraging environment.

Thu, Mar 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Garfield Park Branch
A writing workshop the 55+ age group to reflect on awareness of the natural environment and climate change.

Thu, Mar 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Boulder Creek Branch - June Brusa Community Room,Zoom Adult Programs SCPL
Please join us in-person or via Zoom every 3rd Thursday of the month.

Fri, Mar 20, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Aptos Branch - Dorosin Family Conference Room
Share what you're reading and discover new favorites! Bring any book: fiction, nonfiction, poetry, or more - and join a welcoming group for lively discussion and recommendations.

Sat, Mar 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
La Selva Beach Branch
Join us for an author talk with La Selva Beach author Verlin Darrow, discussing his novel "The Brighter the Light, the Darker the Shadow".

Sat, Mar 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Felton Branch - Community Room
Join the circle and write a poem in a creative, supportive environment. No experience necessary.

Sun, Mar 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Branch
Join Dickens enthusiasts and Pickwick Club members for a series of online discussions about this beloved book.
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Mon, Mar 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Capitola Branch - Ow Family Community Room
Come join a community of readers who meet the 4th Monday of each month to hear poetry and discuss its curious powers.

Mon, Mar 23, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Aptos Branch - Betty Leonard Community Room
Join a supportive writing group to share work, give feedback, and grow your craft. All genres and experience levels welcome. Meets 2nd & 4th Mondays, 12:30?3 PM at Aptos Library.

Mon, Mar 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Downtown Branch - Life Literacies Center
A poetry workshop anyone who would like to establish a writing practice in a safe and encouraging environment.

Tue, Mar 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Branch
Virtual Author Talk with Shoshana Walter, author of "Rehab: An American Scandal" with Special Guest Host Barbara Kingsolver.
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Thu, Mar 26, 10:30am - 12:00pm
La Selva Beach Branch - Zoom Adult Programs SCPL
Join our book club every fourth Thursday to explore great reads and share engaging conversations with fellow book lovers.

Thu, Mar 26, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Branch - Zoom Adult Programs SCPL
The Scotts Valley Genre Book Club meets on the last Thursday of the month from 7:00pm-8:30pm. The group meets virtually to discuss books from a different genre each month.

Rescheduled
Sat, Mar 28, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
New date Sunday, April 12, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Capitola Branch
Join us for a visit with local author Molly Salans, who will discuss her psychological thriller, "A Break in the Fog"

Sat, Mar 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Boulder Creek Branch - June Brusa Community Room
Stop procrastinating and start producing.

Sat, Mar 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Capitola Branch - Barbara Gorson Multi-use Room
Join a group of writers working together to improve their writing.

Sat, Mar 28, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Felton Branch - Community Room
Join us for an author talk and Q & A with Linda Rosewood, author of A Circle Outside.

Mon, Mar 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Downtown Branch - Life Literacies Center
A poetry workshop anyone who would like to establish a writing practice in a safe and encouraging environment.

Wed, Apr 01, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Virtual Branch - Zoom Adult Programs SCPL
Capitola Book Discussion Group meets on Zoom the 1st Wednesday of each month.

Wed, Apr 01, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Branch - Zoom Adult Programs SCPL
Virtual Writers' Open Mic Night offers you an environment to read your works aloud every first Wednesday of the month and get feedback, if desired. This program requires registration for a Zoom link.

Thu, Apr 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Branch
On a Mission: The History of US Women Astronauts with Smithsonian Curator Emerita Valerie Neal
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Sat, Apr 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Scotts Valley Branch - Fireside Community Room
Have you been hankering for an in-person book club? Join us on the first Saturday of the month from 10:30AM-12PM in our cozy Fireside Room for a friendly book discussion group.

Sat, Apr 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Downtown Branch - Otter Room
Bring Your Own Book Club-All are welcome to bring whatever they are currently reading to discuss books, give and receive recommendations and share their love of reading.

Sat, Apr 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Capitola Branch - Ow Family Community Room
In recognition of SWANA Month, we explore the history and cultural significance of the music of North Africa. Muriam H. Davis of Center for the Middle East and North Africa (CMENA) at UCSC presents.