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Director Christopher Platt's message for January.
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January Programs & Events Brochure Our Calendar of events offers you the opportunity to create program brochures with custom filters! We've created a short video that demonstrates how to create a custom brochure. We invite you to watch the video and try it for yourself! Print copies are available in the branches. |
January is Positive Parenting Awareness Month. Participate in the 'Laid Back Book Club' at participating libraries! Be sure to take a look at Parent TV, a resource to support our community of parents. |
Please join us for a book reading and discussion of Shadows of Gaza: Stories I Couldn't Let Die, by Salem Medhat Alaydi, a Gaza resident and relative of Dr. Rolla Alaydi. Light refreshments will be provided. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. Registration is recommended, and walk-ins are welcome. |
Play Mahjong with fellow enthusiasts! Beginners welcome with weekly Hong Kong Style lessons. Other styles offered too. Tiles provided or bring your own. |
In conjunction with Scotts Valley Branch Library's Game Zone program, we are offering a new arts and crafts program led by volunteer Grace Chicoine. Aimed at the tweens and teens coming to the library on early out days, Grace offers a variety of activities, including zentangle, collaging, jewelry making and much more! |
It outlines your personal & medical choices & names an advocate to speak for you if you cant speak for yourself. We'll walk you through it! RSVP by email: jmatlock@hospicesatacruz.org |
This presentation will outline some strategies that DNA testers might use to help determine the identity of a DNA match. Identifying who our DNA matches are can enable us to discover where we connect with our DNA cousins, or at least get us closer to the answer. |
Get Your Energy Back!Want to discover how to boost your energy, feel great and have unstoppable health? What about get rid of other symptoms like aches and pains, excess body fat, digestive symptoms, and more? Come join us for this free class at the Aptos Library! |
Hand and Foot Card GamesJoin us for every second Friday of the month for some friendly card games. Cards and instruction are provided. All levels welcome. |
B.Y.O.B. Book Club 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. |
Saturday Shakespeare: Henry IV part 1 Join Saturday Shakespeare at Aptos Library! Five lively sessions with guest experts, group readings, and discussions, ending with a shared play viewing. Attend in person or on Zoom! |
Social isolation affects the physical and emotional health of people of all ages. It can affect one's health in a myriad of ways. Developing and keeping friends is the focus of a 3 part series offered by the Friends of the Aptos Library this Winter. |
Tales to Tails Trained therapy dogs will be available at the Library to be attentive reading partners for children reading aloud. Downtown and Branciforte have new times and lots of openings! |
Companions of the Sun Learn about Iranian rituals and beliefs in relation to dance, as well as how Iranian culture has impacted global music and dance traditions. |
Fratello Marionettes Enjoy a puppet show featuring a Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale and then learn about the Hans Christian Andersen writing contest! |
Stanford Mobile Blood Drive The Stanford Blood Center and Santa Cruz Public Libraries are partnering to host a blood drive. Looking for a way to show some love for your community? Donate blood! In about an hour, you can save up to 3 lives. |
Death Cafe Come gather to eat cake, drink tea and discuss death. A Death Café is a group directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes. |
STEM Explorers: Build a Computer!An exciting six-week STEM adventure designed for kids 8-12! In this hands-on program, participants will assemble and explore Piper computers, gaining practical experience with computer engineering, coding, and problem-solving. |
Spirituality of Aging Join us for The Spirituality of Aging, a 4-week journey of reflection, meditation, and soulful conversation. Together, we will explore aging as a calling. You will harvest the medicine of your lived experience, and discover the elder you are becoming. |
A writing workshop with the over 55 age group to reflect on our awareness of the natural environment and climate change. This activity encourages community, socialization, and creativity among the older age group who may be at higher risk for isolation and mental health. Third Thursdays January-May & July-November |
Born into the shadow of her father's Nazi past, Andrea van de Loo's The Pressing Stones chronicles her 80-year journey from trauma to healing. Exploring relationships, spirituality, and self-discovery, it’s an inspiring testament to the power of personal transformation.
Author brought by the Friends of the Garfield Park Branch Library.
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