Santa Cruz Public Libraries

Santa Cruz Public Libraries Access, Information, Connection, Inclusion
Acceso, Información, Conexión, Inclusión Take them away and those voices turn inwards or vanish. Bella Bathurst

"The libraries' most powerful asset is the conversation they provide – between books and readers, between children and parents, between individuals and the collective world. Turns out that libraries have nothing at all to do with silence."

Explore the different ways AI appears in fiction. Check out Dead but Dreaming of Electric Sheep by Paul Tremblay. We hav...
08/30/2026

Explore the different ways AI appears in fiction. Check out Dead but Dreaming of Electric Sheep by Paul Tremblay. We have this book in print and eBook.

From organizing your physical photo collection to scanning and backing it up, Lisa Krigsman will share her best tips to ...
08/29/2026

From organizing your physical photo collection to scanning and backing it up, Lisa Krigsman will share her best tips to ensure your memories are safely preserved for generations to come.

Come connect, learn, and feel empowered with Special Connections SC. Every child develops in their own way, and early su...
08/28/2026

Come connect, learn, and feel empowered with Special Connections SC. Every child develops in their own way, and early support can make a meaningful difference. Learn ways to build your child's communication, motor skills, social-emotional development, and more — all in a welcoming, judgment-free space for families and caregivers. https://loom.ly/h8sk2jE

What's Your Backup and Storage Strategy?Don't wait until you lose your phone to think about backups. In this workshop, w...
08/28/2026

What's Your Backup and Storage Strategy?

Don't wait until you lose your phone to think about backups. In this workshop, we'll walk through your options for backing up devices and storing important data, so you can choose what works best for you.

September 10th will cover iPhones, and September 24th will cover Androids.

PressReader is now accessible to our patrons with their SCPL library card providing access to over 3,000 newspapers in 6...
08/27/2026

PressReader is now accessible to our patrons with their SCPL library card providing access to over 3,000 newspapers in 60+ languages in the original, full‑page layout and available on any device. The collection also includes The Economist magazine and New York Times. Visit Pressreader.com, sign in using the Library or Group option, and select Santa Cruz Public Libraries. Use your SCPL library card number and pin to log in.

PressReader ya está disponible para nuestros usuarios con su tarjeta de la biblioteca SCPL, brindando acceso a más de 3000 periódicos en más de 60 idiomas y accesibles desde cualquier dispositivo. La colección también incluye la revista The Economist y el New York Times. Visita Pressreader.com, inicia sesión utilizando la opción "Library or Group" (Biblioteca o Grupo) y selecciona Santa Cruz Public Libraries. Utiliza el número de tu tarjeta de la biblioteca SCPL y PIN para iniciar sesión.

Fix Your Digestion, Boost Your Energy Learn how stress and imbalances affect digestion and discover tools to improve ene...
08/27/2026

Fix Your Digestion, Boost Your Energy Learn how stress and imbalances affect digestion and discover tools to improve energy, weight, and wellbeing in this free talk with nutritionist Rebecca Hazelton at the Aptos Branch Library. https://loom.ly/h2rOX9U

Connect with other people who are interested in shared housing and find your perfect housemate!Join the Shared Housing C...
08/26/2026

Connect with other people who are interested in shared housing and find your perfect housemate!

Join the Shared Housing Collective conversation on the first Wednesday of the month to learn about shared housing, explore housing options, and connect with others who may be interested in living together.

Join Dr. Illana Berger, Roshi, a Zen teacher and spiritual elder guide with more than 25 years of experience for this fo...
08/26/2026

Join Dr. Illana Berger, Roshi, a Zen teacher and spiritual elder guide with more than 25 years of experience for this four week course on the spirituality of aging.

This four-week course is a gathering for those willing to explore what it means to age with wisdom, presence, and grace. Each session will include a brief teaching and quiet reflection, but the heart of our time together will be conversation and community. You will have real opportunities to share your own experience, listen to others, and discover, perhaps with some relief, that you are not alone in what you are navigating.

The four sessions are:
Week One: Who Are You, Beneath What You Have Done
Week Two: Letting Go Without Losing Yourself
Week Three: From Age to Sage: The Ripening
Week Four: Living the Sacred: Integration and the Path Forward

Join Aquarium staff for some bilingual, ocean-learning fun through stories, songs, and movement. Special guests from the...
08/25/2026

Join Aquarium staff for some bilingual, ocean-learning fun through stories, songs, and movement. Special guests from the Monterey Bay Aquarium will join our regularly-scheduled storytime stay and play hour!

Acompaña al personal del acuario y diviértete aprendiendo sobre el océano mediante cuentos, canciones y movimiento en este programa bilingüe. ¡Invitados especiales del Acuario de la Bahía de Monterey nos acompañarán en nuestra hora de cuento regular! https://loom.ly/VDDNVaY

Grab a seat, enjoy a snack, and settle in for a movie at the Branciforte Branch Library!Cinema & Snacks is an ongoing fa...
08/25/2026

Grab a seat, enjoy a snack, and settle in for a movie at the Branciforte Branch Library!

Cinema & Snacks is an ongoing family program where community members can gather throughout the year to enjoy family-friendly films on the big screen while munching on complimentary popcorn and treats. Whether you're looking for a fun outing with loved ones or simply a cozy afternoon at the library, this program offers a welcoming space to connect, relax, and enjoy great entertainment together.

To see which movies will be shown, go to our calendar of events. https://loom.ly/jC-K53c

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224 Church Street
Santa Cruz, CA
95060

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Monday 1pm - 6pm
Tuesday 1pm - 6pm
Wednesday 1pm - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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