Join Saturday Shakespeare at Aptos Library for five lively sessions with guest experts, group readings, and discussions, ending with a shared play viewing. Attend in person or on Zoom!

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.

In this workshop for teens, we'll explore how poets borrow and invent forms to help break them free. Come for the workshop and stay for the pizza!

Local author Kimberly Gomes shares her new book.

A poetry workshop anyone who would like to establish a writing practice in a safe and encouraging environment.

The Travelling Book Club welcomes local author Nina Simon to discuss her newest book, My Sister is Going to Kill Me.

Join us for a fun, casual book club meeting at the Branciforte Branch Library!

Capitola Book Discussion Group meets on Zoom the 1st Wednesday of each month.

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.

Join our book club every second Thursday to explore great reads and share engaging conversations with fellow book lovers.

A Library Speakers Consortium and Smithsonian Institution Collaboration.

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.

This month's book will be One for the Money by Janet Evanovich.

Gently used books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, puzzles and games will be sold. Proceeds support the programs and activities at the Scotts Valley Branch Library.

Join Saturday Shakespeare at Aptos Library for five lively sessions with guest experts, group readings, and discussions, ending with a shared play viewing. Attend in person or on Zoom!

Write a poem in a creative and supportive environment.

Steph Kent will be sharing their newest work, the Santa Cruz Almanac, 2026

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.

A poetry workshop anyone who would like to establish a writing practice in a safe and encouraging environment.

Virtual Author Talk with Bestselling Author, Science Writer, and Human Performance Expert David Epstein.

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.

Join our book club every second Tuesday to explore great reads and share engaging conversations with fellow book lovers.

Join the circle and write a poem in a supportive and creative environment.

A writing workshop the 55+ age group to reflect on awareness of the natural environment and climate change.

Please join us in-person or via Zoom every 3rd Thursday of the month.

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.

Join Saturday Shakespeare at Aptos Library for five lively sessions with guest experts, group readings, and discussions, ending with a shared play viewing. Attend in person or on Zoom!

How can you talk with nature spirits- the conscious beings within every aspect of nature? Let a biologist turned nature communicator be your guide.

Join the Branciforte Friends for a special book sale event!

Join us for an author talk with Craig S. Harwood, author of Bridget's Gambit: A Saga of Family Enterprise in Gold Rush California, and discover the remarkable life of Bridget Evoy.

Join the circle and write a poem in a creative, supportive environment. No experience necessary.

A poetry workshop anyone who would like to establish a writing practice in a safe and encouraging environment.

In this workshop for teens, we?ll explore how everyday experiences, memories, emotions, and personal stories can become powerful poems.

Join our book club every fourth Thursday to explore great reads and share engaging conversations with fellow book lovers.

Join Saturday Shakespeare at Aptos Library for five lively sessions with guest experts, group readings, and discussions, ending with a shared play viewing. Attend in person or on Zoom!

Mystery Writers of America Norcal Chapter author panel.

Join a group of writers working together to improve their writing.

Join us for an inspiring visit with Tony del Zompo, who shares the story of his mental health crisis, substance use disorder, and experience of homelessness followed by healing and growth.

Join Agatha Christie and Charles Dickens enthusiasts and Pickwick Club members for a series of online discussions about four beloved works of crime fiction and their influence on the mystery genre.

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.

Come join a community of readers who meet the 4th Monday of each month to hear poetry and discuss its curious powers.

A poetry workshop anyone who would like to establish a writing practice in a safe and encouraging environment.

Reading in the Redwoods book group meets monthly on the 4th Wednesday at 6:00 pm in the Felton Teen Room, except in Nov. & Dec.

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.

Join Saturday Shakespeare at Aptos Library for five lively sessions with guest experts, group readings, and discussions, ending with a shared play viewing. Attend in person or on Zoom!

Stop procrastinating and start producing.