All library branches will close for New Years. Regular hours resume on Friday, January 2nd 2026.

Read and share a book together at the library!

Children are encouraged to find 13 Santa Cruz Forest animal pictures hidden in the kids room.

Read and share a book together at the library!

Join us for lively conversations and thoughtful insights at our monthly movie discussion group.

Join us at the Downtown Library and enjoy free jazz music by local professional musicians. 

Sharpen your word skills and enjoy friendly competition at our Scrabble Club - fun for all levels.

Join us each Saturday morning for a relaxing time crafting with your neighbors.

In partnership with the Volunteer Center Literacy Program

Manifest your visions, desires, and dreams through the art of Soul Collage! Register

Play tabletop board games and have some fun!

A safe space to explore questions and feelings about dyingRegister

Langis presents the book "Shadows of Gaza," written by Dr. Alaydi's nephew. Register

Read and share a book together at the library!

Come join the magical world of D&D storytelling, where you can be a bard, a wizard, or a barbarian for a few hours and let your creativity run free.

Are you stuck with a technology question? You can make a free appointment with a tech savvy library staff member!Register

Read and share a book together at the library!

Read and share a book together at the library!

Join us at the Boulder Creek Library for Quilting with Friends every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month (subject to holiday closures)

Join seniors like you every Monday for an hour of gathering and sharing about getting older. We will focus on a different topic each week.

Join us Mondays 10:30am-12pm at Aptos Library for social Bridge! All skill levels welcome. Enjoy fun, friendship, and mental stimulation.

Play Mahjong with fellow enthusiasts! Beginners welcome with weekly Hong Kong Style lessons. Other styles offered too. Tiles provided or bring your own.

Join us for Storytime for ages 0-5 featuring songs, rhymes, lap bounces, and stories. After Storytime, stay for Stay & Play!

Join us every Monday at the Felton Branch for a knitting party. All you need to do is bring some yarn and knitting needles. All ages are welcome.

Connecting People to social services, county mental health and more.

Trained therapy dogs will be available at the Library to be attentive reading partners for children reading aloud.

Dignity Mobile Wellness Clinic provides evaluations, screenings, and treatment and connects you to services that support physical and mental health on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays. Hrs: 9-12 & 1-3. Bilingual.

Are you stuck with a technology question? You can make a free appointment with a tech savvy library staff member!Register

Join us Tuesdays at Aptos Library to learn, play, and compete in Backgammon! All skill levels welcome - enjoy strategy, fun, and friendly competition in a relaxed social setting.

Are you stuck with a technology question? You can make a free appointment with a tech savvy library staff member!Register

Learn how to create an Advance Healthcare Directive.

Baby Story Time features songs, rhymes, stories, and lap play designed to help babies develop early literacy skills.

Come join Librarian Emily for stories, songs, and lots of fun for toddlers and their caregivers in our beautiful, newly-renovated Scotts Valley Library Branch every Tuesday at 11am.

Puppets, Songs and toys, Oh My!

TO WATCH FROM HOME, ONLINE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED THROUGH THE SCPL WEBSITE TO ATTEND IN PERSON: NO REGISTRATION IS NEEDED TO VIEW IN THE UPSTAIRS MEETING ROOM AT THE DOWNTOWN LIBRARY Register

A Housing Matters Outreach Specialist is available every Tuesday to support people experiencing homelessness and help connect them to resources, navigate housing options, and sign up for benefits.

R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment, call 831-427-7713

R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment, call 831-427-7713

Aptos Youth Chess Club. Open to players ages 6 to 18 with knowledge of basic rules (how the pieces move). Instructor is Chess Master Dana Mackenzie.

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

Dignity Mobile Wellness Clinic and Santa Cruz Public Libraries are partnering to offer services that support the health of patrons with weekly Wednesday visits to the Scotts Valley branch library.

Are you stuck with a technology question? You can make a free appointment with a tech savvy library staff member!Register

Join us at the Garfield Park Branch Library for Storytime! 

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

An 8 week series on Wednesdays from 10:30AM-12PM that introduces foundational digital literacy concepts and teaches useful digital skills.Register

Join us for great stories followed by a hands-on craft.

Join us for Story Time featuring songs, rhymes, and stories designed to help preschoolers develop early literacy skills.

Join us for free Pilates at the Library! All levels welcome. Bring your own mat and water. Enjoy a fun, energizing workout led by volunteer Jennifer Balboni. First come, first served!

Are you stuck with a technology question? You can make a free appointment with a tech savvy library staff member!Register

R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment, call 831-427-7713.

Every week we will have a new project idea for you to build or explore.

R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment, call 831-427-7713

Do you love ping pong? Drop-in to the Felton Library Community Room anytime between 3-5 every 1st Wednesday to have some fun. Adult players of any level are welcome! A waiver must be signed to play.

R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment, call 831-427-7713

R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment, call 831-427-7713

Tales to Tails is a literacy program designed to help children improve their reading skills by providing them the opportunity to read to certified therapy dogs.

Tales to Tails is a literacy program designed to help children improve their reading skills by providing them the opportunity to read to certified therapy dogs.

Lego Fun for Kids

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.Register

For ages 0-5

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

Songs and Stories

Come join Librarian Jackie for stories, songs, and lots of fun for preschoolers and their caregivers in our lovely Felton Community Room every Thursday at 11am, followed by a craft!

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.Register

Creativity time for teens and tweens at the library!

Scotts Valley Branch Library is offering a new program for tweens and teens to relax, hang with friends and play games!

Play Mahjong with fellow enthusiasts! Beginners welcome with weekly Hong Kong Style lessons. Other styles offered too. Tiles provided or bring your own.

R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment, call 831-427-7713.

R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment, call 831-427-7713

Make and explore STEAM possibilities at Felton Branch Library! Age 6+

R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment, call 831-427-7713

Bring your decks and get ready to play

Learn how to craft, build, and survive in the world of Minecraft.edu.

Stop by each week for a new creative craft.

Girls Who Code is a nation-wide organization dedicated to teaching girls not only the language and skills of coding, but about finding their confidence, learning teamwork and the drive to succeed.

This club is designed for intermediate-level participants, so if you're just starting out, you might find it a bit challenging at first.

Support the Aptos Library by joining the Friends group! We meet monthly to fundraise and advocate for our branch. New members welcome?contact friendsoftheaptoslibrary@fscpl.org.