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X-WR-CALNAME:Santa Cruz · community · next 7 days · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bisexual+ Awareness Week DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260916 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924 DTSTAMP:20260815T030908Z UID:diversity-center:338cf4796edb39073e8f6b16@santa-cruz-events.local CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T030908Z LOCATION:CA URL:https://www.diversitycenter.org/community-calendar?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grow Native: Shop\, Volunteer and Join Us! DTSTART:20260917T160000Z DTEND:20260926T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T000121Z UID:22050@npconnectscc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Get first pick of beautiful California native plants through t he online pre-sale\, then collect your order at the event. Volunteers are needed September 17–26 to help prepare plants\, set up\, assist shoppers \, and make this community tradition a success—there’s a role for ever yone! The Native Plant Sale takes place Saturday\, September 26\, from 9 a .m. to 3 p.m. at Highlands Park in Ben Lomond. Come shop in person\, meet fellow plant lovers\, and discover plants that help local pollinators thri ve. Presented by the Valley Women’s Club and its Native Habitat Restorat ion Program. Shop the pre-sale\, sign up to volunteer\, and learn more. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T000121Z LOCATION:Highlands Park Senior & Community Center\, 8500 Highway 9\, Ben L omond\, California\, 95005\, United States URL:https://npconnectscc.org/events/grow-native-shop-volunteer-and-join-us /?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Upcoming Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://npconnectscc.org/events/category/nonprofit-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Free Flu Vaccination Clinic DTSTART:20260917T170000Z DTEND:20260917T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T063029Z UID:10014298-1789639200-1789660800@benitolink.com CATEGORIES:community,free DESCRIPTION:Free flu vaccines at San Benito County\nPublic Health Every We dnesday & Thursday 10-12pm & 2-4pm\, get you and your family protected for this respiratory season. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T063029Z URL:https://benitolink.com/event/free-flu-vaccination-clinic-2-2/2026-09-1 7/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:BenitoLink X-SOURCE-URL:https://benitolink.com/public-transit-restored-between-monter ey-and-santa-clara-counties END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:September Development Roundtable DTSTART:20260917T190000Z DTEND:20260917T201500Z DTSTAMP:20260827T000358Z UID:22049@npconnectscc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:When: Thursday\, 17 September 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM PT\ nWhere: Abbott Square Market (725 Front St\, Santa Cruz\, CA 95060)\n\nJo in fellow development professionals\, executive directors\, and nonprofit leaders for an engaging conversation about fundraising and nonprofit leade rship.\n\nThere is no charge for this gathering. Feel free to invite a co lleague who would enjoy being part of the conversation. REGISTER HERE! LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T000358Z LOCATION:Abbott Square Market\, 725 Front St.\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States URL:https://npconnectscc.org/events/september-development-roundtable/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Upcoming Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://npconnectscc.org/events/category/nonprofit-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rainbow Connections Youth Empowerment Council Meeting DTSTART:20260917T230000Z DTEND:20260918T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T030908Z UID:diversity-center:e9225cf6e58186a5ab6dd173@santa-cruz-events.local CATEGORIES:civic,community,family DESCRIPTION:Name: Rainbow Connections Youth Empowerment Council MeetingHos ted by: Rainbow Connections\, The Diversity Center\, Our Gente\, and QYTCD ate: Thursday\, August 6 and 20Time: 4:00 - 5:00 pmLocation: ZoomAges: Mon terey and San Benito County Middle and High School studentsRSVP:  tinyurl .com/montereyrcyec Event Description:  🌈 https://tinyurl.com/monterey rcyecRainbow Connections Youth Empowerment Council! 🌈✨ Be the visiona ries behind Rainbow Connections youth events!✨ Learn leadership and comm unity building skills.✨ Meet other LGBTQ+ youth and co-create a safe spa ce where we can share resources and receive peer to peer support.This yout h leadership group is co-faciliated by Rainbow Connections Partners The Di versity Center and The EpicenterPlease reach out to chris.garcia@diversity center.org if you have any questions or are interested in joining the coun cil! LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T030908Z LOCATION:CA URL:https://www.diversitycenter.org/community-calendar?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Femme Transformation Support Group DTSTART:20260918T010000Z DTEND:20260918T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T030908Z UID:diversity-center:c03ebbcf9fc8971e69fae134@santa-cruz-events.local CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Support Group Name: Femme TransFormation Support Group \nDate : Weekly on Thursday\, starting May 29\nTime: 6:00-7:30 pm\nLocation: The Diversity Center (in-person)\nCost: Free\nAge: 18+\nTo Join: Reach out to Mackenzie at femmetransgrp@diversitycenter.org if you are interested in jo ining or wanting to learn more about the group. All participants must comp lete a 30-minute screening meeting prior to attending the group.  \nDesc ription: Being on the feminine or female side of the trans umbrella brings its own set of joys and challenges and the transition process each of us go through represents a true heroine’s journey.  Whether you are relati vely new to the call of transition\, in the middle\, or have completed tra nsition and are negotiating the challenges of living fully as your authent ic self\, this group offers a space to celebrate each of our journeys\, fr om the trials we face to the rewards we reap.  This peer support group of fers support and mentorship\, especially at a time such as this. This grou p will be facilitated by Mackenzie (she/her/hers)\, a trans woman and prac ticing psychologist (although she will not be facilitating the group as a professional). LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T030908Z LOCATION:The Diversity Center\, CA URL:https://www.diversitycenter.org/community-calendar?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Evergreen Volunteer Days DTSTART:20260918T163000Z DTEND:20260918T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T030908Z UID:mah:48860659b671b245618bdc01@santa-cruz-events.local CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Join a team of amazing\, weekly volunteers who help maintain o ne of the oldest public cemeteries in California\, Evergreen Cemetery. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T030908Z LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History\, 705 Front St\, Santa Cruz\, CA URL:https://www.santacruzmah.org/events/evergreen-volunteer-days/2026/09/1 8?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community Beach Yoga DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260918T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260803T181318Z UID:10000329-1789725600-1789729200@santacruzhostel.org CATEGORIES:community,outdoors,wellness DESCRIPTION:Start your morning grounded and glowing with community beach y oga! Join us at Main Beach (by the volleyball courts) for an all-levels cl ass led by our awesome volunteer instructor\, Vera. \nBring a towel\, some water\, and a friend — and get ready to breathe\, stretch\, and soak up those Santa Cruz vibes. ☀️ \nFree to join! Tips for Vera are welcome and appreciated. LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T181318Z LOCATION:Main Beach Santa Cruz\, 150 Beach Street\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 9506 0\, United States URL:https://santacruzhostel.org/event/community-beach-yoga/2026-09-18/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Hostel X-SOURCE-URL:https://santacruzhostel.org/event/community-potluck-2/2026-07 -22 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chaminade Resort and Spa: Moon Dinner DTSTART:20260919T020000Z DTEND:20260919T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T063144Z UID:10104432-1789758000-1789765200@www.santacruz.org CATEGORIES:community,education DESCRIPTION:An annual outdoor dinner series celebrating the scientific won der of our moon\, universe and beyond. Enjoy a chef-curated dinner and dis cussion with planetary science educators from UC Santa Cruz followed by a telescope viewing overlooking the Monterey Bay. Program: UC Santa Cruz edu cator Raja GuhaThakurta will discuss his research on how galaxies form and evolve into the dramatic structures we see today\, and how his profession al experience informs his artwork\, followed by an open conversation\, Q&A and telescope viewing. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T063144Z LOCATION:Chaminade Resort and Spa\, 1 Chaminade Lane\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 9 5065\, United States URL:https://www.santacruz.org/upcoming-event/moon-dinner-art-and-astronomy /?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Visit Santa Cruz County X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruz.org/upcoming-event/santa-cruz-santa-cru z-triathlon END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Queer Climbing Night (Outside Community Event) DTSTART:20260919T023000Z DTEND:20260919T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T030908Z UID:diversity-center:1a17278c4a9c04b49543bdd8@santa-cruz-events.local CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Cost: free for members of Pacific Edge\, $15 pass with rentals for non-membersEvery third Friday of the month\, Hayden and Joey host a meet-up for the climber gays of our community. Trans or cis\, fifteen or fifty\, pan or asexual\, etc. You will be safe & welcome in our inclusive space. We strive to foster an environment of respect\, safety\, diversity and community building while meeting/having a blast with like-minded folx! All levels of climbing experience are welcome\, from first timers to well -seasoned trad daddis. We have a zero tolerance policy against any and all discrimination such as transphobia\, biphobia\, racism\, sexism\, ageism\ , ableism\, xenophobia\, and (obviously) homophobia. More information here . LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T030908Z LOCATION:Pacific Edge Climbing Gym\, 104 Bronson Street #12\, Santa Cruz 9 5062\, CA URL:https://www.diversitycenter.org/community-calendar?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Santa Cruz Wharf: 34th Annual Aloha Outrigger Races DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T003316Z UID:10073401-1789804800-1789826400@www.santacruz.org CATEGORIES:community,family,festival,sports DESCRIPTION:The Pu Pu ‘O Hawaii Outrigger Club is ready to race! These s hort-course outrigger races are designed especially for the new or novice paddlers. Come out and support the racers as well as enjoy hula performanc es by Kūhai Hālau O Mehanakealohakalaua’eikapoli Pā ‘Ōlapa Kahiko. \nEvent Schedule\n– Check in will be at 8AM\n– Paddle Tips at: 8:45AM \n– First Race at 9AM\n– Last Race at 12PM\n– Awards will follow las t race between 12PM-1PM \nTo watch and enjoy is free! To enter a 4-person aged 12 and up team is $150. They will give you all the equipment your tea m needs plus a person to set the stroke and another person to steer for yo ur team. They will get your team T-shirts\, and give you instruction enoug h to get racing! LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T003316Z LOCATION:Santa Cruz Wharf\, 21 Municipal Wharf\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States URL:https://www.santacruz.org/upcoming-event/santa-cruz-wharf-annual-aloha -outrigger-races/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=sant a-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Visit Santa Cruz County X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruz.org/upcoming-event/santa-cruz-santa-cru z-triathlon END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sleep In Heavenly Peace (SHP) Headboard Party DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T183731Z UID:10017239-1789804800-1789826400@benitolink.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:This is a great opportunity for students to get their communit y service hours!\nThis event will cover a bed build and all the necessary shifts. Build headboards for beds to be delivered in San Benito\, North Mo nterey & South Clara Counties. We need people of all skill levels to help with sanding and assembly of headboard. No experience necessary. We will t rain! It’s a HEADBOARD Party – Everything else is done\, we need to bu ild 43 headboards.\nWe have\n76 precut and drilled 2x4s to be sanded\, and \n51 1×4 to be sanded \nVolunteer and feel the joy of serving your own co mmunities. To serve children without beds in San Benito\, North Monterey & South Santa Clara county children. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T183731Z LOCATION:Abundant Life Church\, 790 Bolsa Road\, Hollister\, CA\, 95023\, United States URL:https://benitolink.com/event/sleep-in-heavenly-peace-shp-headboard-par ty/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:BenitoLink X-SOURCE-URL:https://benitolink.com/public-transit-restored-between-monter ey-and-santa-clara-counties END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Annual Coastal Cleanup Day DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T000720Z UID:26551-1789808400-1789819200@saveourshores.org CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join Save Our Shores for the largest cleanup event of the year !\nEach year Save Our Shores coordinates over 50 cleanup sites around the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary\, from the coast to our inland park s and waterways. Trash and pollution impacts the health of our marine\, co astal\, and terrestrial ecosystems. We hope you will join us as we come to gether as a community to make the Monterey Bay a healthier place for all! \nVolunteer registration is now open! Visit our event page to learn more a nd follow the steps to sign up as a volunteer. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T000720Z URL:https://saveourshores.org/event/annual-coastal-cleanup-day/?utm_source =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Save Our Shores: Santa Cruz\, California X-SOURCE-URL:https://saveourshores.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:40th Annual SLV River & Road Clean Up DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T000121Z UID:22051@npconnectscc.org CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join the Valley Women’s Club of the San Lorenzo Valley and S ave Our Shores to help clean up the San Lorenzo River and its tributaries on Saturday\, September 19\, from 9 AM to Noon.\n\nCheck in at one of thre e locations:\n\n Boulder Creek — NEW LOCATION: Barbara Day Park\, E. Lo mond St. & Middleton Ave.\n Ben Lomond — NEW LOCATION: Highlands Park\n Felton: Covered Bridge Park on Graham Hill Road\n\nGloves\, bags\, and c leanup site suggestions will be provided. Wear sturdy shoes and bright clo thing\; children under 12 must be with an adult. Students can earn communi ty service hours. Supported by Santa Cruz County. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T000121Z LOCATION:https://valleywomensclub.org/annual-river-road-clean-up/ URL:https://npconnectscc.org/events/40th-annual-slv-river-road-clean-up/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Upcoming Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://npconnectscc.org/events/category/nonprofit-calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Westside Santa Cruz: Farmers Market DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T003316Z UID:10103383-1789808400-1789822800@www.santacruz.org CATEGORIES:community,family,market DESCRIPTION:The Westside Farmers’ Market takes place every Saturday\, ye ar round at the corner of Hwy 1 and Western Drive. Here we serve the commu nities of the west end of Santa Cruz including Bonny Doon\, the North Coas t and the University of California\,  Santa Cruz campus. Sitting on the n orthern edge of Santa Cruz’s greenbelt this market is a great launching location for a day outdoors at Natural Bridges beach\, Wilder Ranch or any adventure spot up the coast. It is also just a hop\, skip and a jump\, or bike ride\, from Downtown. \nA community hub for over 15 years\, the West side Market showcases a great selection of 100% certified organic produce\ , artisan foods\, beer\, body products\, tinctures\, sustainable seafood\, pasture raised meats\, flowers and eggs along with cook-to-order cultural meals\, live local music and a full espresso bar operated by Syllable. Wi th an abundance of free parking and accessibility on its side\, this marke t makes for a convenient and celebratory Saturday morning outing any time of the year. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T003316Z LOCATION:Westside Farmers’ Market\, Mission St. Ext. and Western Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States URL:https://www.santacruz.org/upcoming-event/westside-santa-cruz-farmers-m arket-2/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=sa nta-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Visit Santa Cruz County X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruz.org/upcoming-event/santa-cruz-santa-cru z-triathlon END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SPCA Teen Service Saturday DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T181129Z UID:117189-1789808400-1789819200@santacruzparent.com CATEGORIES:civic,community DESCRIPTION:SPCA Teen Service Saturday\nSaturdays 9am-12pm\, September 19\ , October 24\, November 21\, December 12 \nAre you looking to earn communi ty service hours while making a real difference for animals? \nJoin our Te en Volunteer Saturdays and get hands-on experience behind the scenes at th e Santa Cruz SPCA! \nDuring this three-hour program\, teens will learn abo ut shelter life\, help with important projects like gardening\, cleaning\, organizing\, and creating animal enrichment\, then spend time socializing and connecting with our shelter animals. \nCome for a one-time volunteer experience or return every month to continue building your skills\, gain v aluable experience\, and support animals in need. \nA great step for teens interested in animal care\, volunteering\, and making an impact in their community! \nJoin us for one Saturday every Month 9am-12pm (September – May) LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T181129Z LOCATION:Santa Cruz SPCA\, 2601 Chanticleer Avenue\, Santa Cruz (Live Oak) \, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95065\, United States URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/spca-teen-service-saturday/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Parent X-SOURCE-URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/casual-social-meetup-for-te ch-discussions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Friendly AA Meeting in Watsonville DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T030908Z UID:diversity-center:f9937d572cb1c1db647d298c@santa-cruz-events.local CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:We will be reading from Sober & Out Book. We have books availa ble for the meeting\, however you may purchase your own book here: aagrape vine.org/store/sober-out LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T030908Z LOCATION:939 Lincoln St\, Watsonville\, CA 95076 URL:https://www.diversitycenter.org/community-calendar?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturdays in the Soil DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260816T000715Z UID:10016444-1789812000-1789819200@growingupsc.com CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:We are coming together as a community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A-Park program. At the Santa Cruz Museum of Nat ural History\, you gain new wisdom about local ecology\, native plants\, a nd sustainable gardening while connecting with nature outdoors. It’s tim e to get your hands dirty! Join us and volunteer in the Museum’s Garden Learning Center and Pilkington Creek. LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T000715Z LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Sa nta Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States URL:https://growingupsc.com/event/saturdays-in-the-soil/2026-09-19/?utm_so urce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Growing Up in Santa Cruz X-SOURCE-URL:https://growingupsc.com/its-all-fun-and-games-for-local-desig ner END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Thrill the World Classes DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T001951Z UID:10026545-1789812000-1789819200@growingupsc.com CATEGORIES:community,dance,free DESCRIPTION:Join Thrill the World Santa Cruz for free community dance clas ses and spooky Halloween performances! Learn Michael Jackson’s iconic “Thriller” choreography—no dance experience required—and join us f or the official worldwide Thrill the World dance on October 24 at 3 PM in Downtown Santa Cruz. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T001951Z LOCATION:London Nelson Community Center\, 301 Center Street\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States URL:https://growingupsc.com/event/thrill-the-world-classes/2026-09-19/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Growing Up in Santa Cruz X-SOURCE-URL:https://growingupsc.com/its-all-fun-and-games-for-local-desig ner END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Volunteer at Wildfarmers DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T003529Z UID:10017179-1789812000-1789826400@benitolink.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:When: Third Saturday of every month. \nTime: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Flexible \nLocation: 20112 Panoche Road\, Paicines. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T003529Z URL:https://benitolink.com/event/volunteer-at-wildfarmers/2026-09-19/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:BenitoLink X-SOURCE-URL:https://benitolink.com/public-transit-restored-between-monter ey-and-santa-clara-counties END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Collage and Dialogue About the Black Lives Matter Mural DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T003000Z UID:552@rcnv.org CATEGORIES:arts,community,free DESCRIPTION:Come collage with Santa Cruz Equity Collab and The Institut e of Creativity and Belonging! As we near our next Black Lives Matter mura l re-paint event we decided to create a separate day to come together\, cr eate\, process and imagine our futures.\n\nSo much has and is happening in the world. So much has happened in association with this mural. We want t o have some fun and reflection before we go into our next painting event. What do we want to see in the world? How has the work changed or stayed th e same? Whats the history of this mural? In general we want to be in commu nity and continue to create together.\n\nSo come if you can! Two separate dates to join. This is a free event. Donations welcome but not required. R egistration is helpful for supply planning\n\nRSVP HERE LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T003000Z LOCATION:Resource Center for Nonviolence\, 612 Ocean St.\, Santa Cruz\, CA \, 95060\, United States URL:https://rcnv.org/events/collage-and-dialogue-about-the-black-lives-mat ter-mural/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz- ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Home X-SOURCE-URL:https://rcnv.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Queer Movie Club at TDC DTSTART:20260919T220000Z DTEND:20260920T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T030908Z UID:diversity-center:69e4dc1003b1eb3f77378dfa@santa-cruz-events.local CATEGORIES:community,film DESCRIPTION:Queer Movie ClubDate: Every third Saturday of the monthTime: 3:00 - 5:00 pmLocation: The Diversity CenterAges: 18+Cost: Free!Join us fo r a movie matinee! We’ve got popcorn\, snacks\, and a big screen\, and w e’re ready for some fun and conversation.For more information\, check th e newsletter or call us at the Center at 831-524-5422. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T030908Z LOCATION:The Diversity Center\, 1117 Soquel Ave\, Santa Cruz\, CA 95062 URL:https://www.diversitycenter.org/community-calendar?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Roaring Camp: Roarin’ The Redwoods Car Show DTSTART:20260920T160000Z DTEND:20260920T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T030908Z UID:santacruz-org:596ec5aba9efb6f811ff5231@santa-cruz-events.local CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Head to Roaring Camp Railroads to see a non-judged show of cla ssic\, muscle cars\, hot rods truck and more from 1975 and older.  Enjoy Roaring Camp’s western themed town\, have a snack\, or purchase a ride o n the steam train!  Local lunch vendors will be on site too! LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T030908Z LOCATION:Roaring Camp\, 5401 Graham Hill Rd\, Felton\, CA 95018 URL:https://www.santacruz.org/upcoming-event/roaring-camp-roarin-the-redwo ods-car-show/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cr uz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Roaring Camp: Roarin' The Redwoods Car Show DTSTART:20260920T160000Z DTEND:20260920T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T003516Z UID:10084281-1789894800-1789916400@www.santacruz.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Head to Roaring Camp Railroads to see a non-judged show of cla ssic\, muscle cars\, hot rods truck and more from 1975 and older.  Enjoy Roaring Camp’s western themed town\, have a snack\, or purchase a ride o n the steam train!  Local lunch vendors will be on site too! LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T003516Z LOCATION:Roaring Camp\, 5401 Graham Hill Rd\, Felton\, CA\, 95018\, United States URL:https://www.santacruz.org/upcoming-event/roaring-camp-roarin-the-redwo ods-car-show/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cr uz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Visit Santa Cruz County X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruz.org/upcoming-event/santa-cruz-santa-cru z-triathlon END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:September Volunteer Orientation DTSTART:20260920T170000Z DTEND:20260920T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T002418Z UID:76527-1789898400-1789905600@spcasc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Thinking about giving your time to the animals? 🐾 It all st arts at Volunteer Orientation — your first step toward helping shelter d ogs and cats find their way to forever homes. \nIn one relaxed\, welcoming session you’ll discover all the ways you can pitch in: walking wiggly p ups\, coaxing shy cats out of their shells\, fostering\, or lending a hand at community events. No experience needed — just a love for animals and a couple of hours to spare. \nA few things to know before you join the pa ck: \n\n🐶 Volunteers must be 16 or older. Younger animal lovers can exp lore our youth programs\, including youth volunteering.\n📅 Most hands-o n animal roles ask for a weekly commitment — the animals thrive on consi stency!\n❓ Questions? Email us or call 831-465-5000.\n\nReady to join ou r pack? Fill out a volunteer application and we’ll see you at orientatio n. We can’t wait to work with you! \n\n 🐾 Start My Volunteer Applica tion LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T002418Z LOCATION:Santa Cruz SPCA\, 2601 Chanticleer Ave.\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95065 \, United States URL:https://spcasc.org/event/september-volunteer-orientation/?utm_source=c aldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz SPCA: Changing Lives\, One Paw at a Time X-SOURCE-URL:https://spcasc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pet Food Pantry DTSTART:20260920T200000Z DTEND:20260920T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T002418Z UID:77336-1789909200-1789916400@spcasc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Free dog and cat food for Santa Cruz County families and senio rs — every Sunday\, 1:00 to 3:00 PM. \nThe Santa Cruz SPCA wants to make sure companion animals in our community never go hungry\, and that no fam ily has to surrender a pet because they can’t afford to feed it. If mone y is tight right now\, please come see us — that’s exactly why we’re here. \nWhat you’ll find\n\nOne week’s worth of free dog and cat food \nBoth dry and wet food available\nA selection of free used pet supplies\n A warm welcome\, with no judgment\n\nWho it’s for\nSeniors and families across Santa Cruz County for whom pet food isn’t affordable right now. N o appointment is needed — just stop by during pantry hours. \nWhen & whe re\nEvery Sunday\, 1:00 – 3:00 PM\nSanta Cruz SPCA\n2601 Chanticleer Ave nue\, Santa Cruz\, CA 95065\nQuestions? Call (831) 465-5000 \nAbout Heathe r’s Pet Food Pantry\nOur Pet Food Pantry was founded in memory of Heathe r Zir\, a Santa Cruz resident and lifelong animal lover. Last year the pan try welcomed 4\,372 client visits and served 531 families\, including 158 seniors — helping hundreds of animals stay home with the people who love them. \nThe need keeps growing. Before the pandemic we distributed 13\,00 0 pounds of pet food a year\; this year we’re working toward 82\,000 pou nds. \nWant to help?\nThe pantry runs entirely on community generosity — we receive no government funding. You can make a gift to the Pet Food Pan try\, or join our volunteer team and lend a hand on Sunday afternoons. \nC an’t make it on a Sunday? Our partners also distribute pet food during t he week: the Santa Cruz Salvation Army (721 Laurel St.\, Monday–Thursday \, 9:00–11:30 AM) and Twin Lakes People’s Pantry (2701 Cabrillo Colleg e Drive\, Wednesdays\, 4:00–5:15 PM). \nLearn more about the Pet Food Pa ntry → LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T002418Z LOCATION:Santa Cruz SPCA\, 2601 Chanticleer Ave.\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95065 \, United States URL:https://spcasc.org/event/pet-food-pantry-9/?utm_source=caldiscovery&ut m_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz SPCA: Changing Lives\, One Paw at a Time X-SOURCE-URL:https://spcasc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hosted Board Game Night DTSTART:20260922T000000Z DTEND:20260922T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T030908Z UID:growing-up-sc:cc0924b8375687d438030c63@santa-cruz-events.local CATEGORIES:community,gaming DESCRIPTION:Hosted Mic’d Board Games 5 – 8\n\nTrivia 8 – 10\n\nThe Game Night Collective is a Santa Cruz-based board game community that crea tes welcoming\, hosted tabletop events where people can discover new games \, meet new friends\, and enjoy structured game nights without needing pri or experience.\n\nUnlike a typical board game meetup where players are exp ected to know games or organize themselves\, The Game Night Collective pro vides a curated experience. Each event includes a library of 30+ board gam es\, guided game teaching\, hosted featured games\, community announcement s\, raffles\, and opportunities to connect with other players. Whether you arrive alone or with a group\, the goal is to make it easy to sit down an d start playing.\n\nThe flagship event takes place every Monday at The CRU Z Room\, where attendees can enjoy open gaming\, learn two featured games taught by founder Courtney Laschkewitsch\, participate in trivia\, browse the Merch Chest\, and become part of Santa Cruz’s growing tabletop gamin g community.\n\nAt its core\, The Game Night Collective exists to bring pe ople together through board games. It combines the structure and consisten cy of a trivia company with the creativity\, strategy\, and social connect ion of modern tabletop gaming\, creating a space where newcomers and exper ienced gamers alike can feel welcome. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T030908Z LOCATION:The Cruz Room\, 1520\, Santa Cruz\, CA 95060 URL:https://growingupsc.com/event/hosted-board-game-night/2026-09-21/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NAMI LGBTQ+ Support Group (Outside Hybrid Event\, 1st & 3rd Monday s) DTSTART:20260922T003000Z DTEND:20260922T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T073247Z UID:diversity-center:891afe234f4fff74c8f341b8@santa-cruz-events.local CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:NAMI Monterey County LGBTQ+ Connection Support GroupDate: Th e first and third Monday of every monthTime: 5:30 - 7:00 pmLocation: onlin e\, and in-person in Salinas Cost: FreeAges: 18+RSVP: Register here Firs t and third Mondays\, online and in-person hybridFor any LGBTQ+ identified adults ages 18+ who are experiencing symptoms of a mental health conditio n.FREE • SAFE • CONFIDENTIAL • REGISTER TODAY!Register for more inf ormation: https://airtable.com/appgNJuUNEFkiQVBH/shrtOXRNS4uIL5Q6cAdditio nal questions? Please contact:sgomez@namimonterey.org831-200-4148. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T073247Z LOCATION:Zoom and in person\, CA URL:https://www.diversitycenter.org/community-calendar?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bisexuality+ Day DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260923 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924 DTSTAMP:20260815T030908Z UID:diversity-center:dea51a3c494dd9b432092aef@santa-cruz-events.local CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T030908Z LOCATION:CA URL:https://www.diversitycenter.org/community-calendar?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Survivors of Domestic Violence Support Group (hosted virtua lly by Walnut Avenue) DTSTART:20260923T010000Z DTEND:20260923T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T030908Z UID:diversity-center:ee08ce9ee5a855ad1b7c057f@santa-cruz-events.local CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Support Group Name:  LGBTQ+ Survivors of Domestic Violence S upport Group (hosted virtually by Walnut Avenue)Date: 2nd and 4th Tuesda ys of each monthTime: 6:00 pm -7:00 pm Location: Virtual GroupAges: 18 +Cost: FREERSVP:  Registration for the LGBTQ+ Domestic Violence Survivo rs Support Group – Fill out form Support Group description: Walnut A venue is partnering with the Diversity Center of Santa Cruz County to offe r a virtual support group to survivors of domestic violence who are LGBTQ+ ! Walnut Avenue's domestic violence services are available to survivors of all ages\, genders\, sexual orientations\, and family and relationship mo dels. More info at wafwc.org. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T030908Z LOCATION:CA URL:https://www.diversitycenter.org/community-calendar?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rainbow Sangha at Insight Meditation Center (Outside Community Eve nt) DTSTART:20260923T020000Z DTEND:20260923T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T030908Z UID:diversity-center:d9e7222387c2eb318a81c317@santa-cruz-events.local CATEGORIES:community,wellness DESCRIPTION:Rainbow Sangha Sit\, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month \, 7:00 - 8:30 pm.The Rainbow Sangha group offers a safer space for indiv iduals who identify as queer\, non-binary\, transgender\, lesbian\, bisexu al\, trans*\, gay\, intersex\, questioning\, and others who identify outsi de of cisgender\, heterosexual mainstream culture. Please see more inform ation on the Rainbow Sangha page at Insight Santa Cruz.. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T030908Z LOCATION:Insight Santa Cruz\, 740 Front Street (2nd floor of the Galleria building)\, CA URL:https://www.diversitycenter.org/community-calendar?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:QTBIPOC Peer Support Circle (In-Person group hosted by TDC) DTSTART:20260923T023000Z DTEND:20260923T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T030908Z UID:diversity-center:a8b2b3e1c46814d7a7a2a832@santa-cruz-events.local CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Support Group Name: QTBIPOC Peer Support Circle (In-Person gro up hosted by TDC)Date: Second and Fourth Tuesday of Every Month\, June 9 + 23Time: 7:30 - 9:00 pmLocation: In-Person\, Santa CruzAge: 18+To Join: Em ail inabel at qtbipoc@diversitycenter.org if you are interested in joining or wanting to learn more about the group. All participants are to complet e a screening with inabel prior to attending the group. Description: This support and discussion group is for People of the Global Majority/ Black\ , Indigenous\, People of Color\,  Ages 18+ who identify on the spectrum o f lesbian/gay /bisexual /pansexual /queer /Two Spirit / intersex /asexual /trans /nonbinary /agender /genderfluid \, any combination of the above an d more. The group also welcomes those who want to explore their sexuality and/or gender identity\, but who may not need or want to classify themselv es. All individuals are encouraged to explore their individual selves\, wi thout concern or pressure that the next step need be ‘transitioning\,’ and without concern about fitting into other people's definitions. Make u p your own! The Diversity Center's QTBIPOC peer support provides a support ive and interactive experience in a safe and brave space. This group will be facilitated by inabel Uytiepo (they/them/isu/isuna/siya) who is a Pili pinx-Chinese transdisciplanary healing arts practitioner/facilitator. They work with individuals\, groups and organizations in order to enliven our full selves with power and strength in the communities we work and play in .  inabel disrupts the current narrative by sharing divergent ways of bei ng via deep collective care\, somatic forgiveness journeys and ancestral w ayfinding. As a teacher/speaker\, wholistic health practitioner\, cross-ra cial solidarity co-convener and community care facilitator\, inabel primar ily works with QTBIPOC professionals\, academics\, artists and culture wor kers. Visit healingisgiving.com and wayfindingcollective.com follow inabel on IG @healingisgiving LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T030908Z LOCATION:CA URL:https://www.diversitycenter.org/community-calendar?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Free Flu Vaccination Clinic DTSTART:20260923T170000Z DTEND:20260923T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260907T063136Z UID:10014299-1790157600-1790179200@benitolink.com CATEGORIES:community,free DESCRIPTION:Free flu vaccines at San Benito County\nPublic Health Every We dnesday & Thursday 10-12pm & 2-4pm\, get you and your family protected for this respiratory season. LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T063136Z URL:https://benitolink.com/event/free-flu-vaccination-clinic-2-2/2026-09-2 3/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:BenitoLink X-SOURCE-URL:https://benitolink.com/public-transit-restored-between-monter ey-and-santa-clara-counties END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Drop-in Hours at the Center DTSTART:20260923T203000Z DTEND:20260924T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T030908Z UID:diversity-center:9bfce55248764d05daa8f619@santa-cruz-events.local CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Come hang out! You're welcome to drop in most weekdays from 1 :30 - 5:30 pm\, Monday - Friday at the Diversity Center. Exceptions and sp ecial events can occur periodically. To see what's happening at the Center at any time\, please view our Community Calendar.We are available at oth er times by appointment\, and we're happy to hear from you: email info@di versitycenter.org or call 831-425-5422.Please take a look at our Communi ty Agreements\, which we ask you to honor when you're at the Center\, or a t any Diversity Center events.. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T030908Z LOCATION:The Diversity Center\, 1117 Soquel Ave\, Santa Cruz\, CA 95062 URL:https://www.diversitycenter.org/community-calendar?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:In Person Support Group DTSTART:20260923T203000Z DTEND:20260923T213000Z DTSTAMP:20260907T123203Z UID:10004206-1790170200-1790173800@benitolink.com CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T123203Z LOCATION:Pauline Valdivia Memorial Community Center\, 300 West St\, Hollis ter CA 95023 URL:https://benitolink.com/event/in-person-support-group/2026-09-23/?utm_s ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:BenitoLink X-SOURCE-URL:https://benitolink.com/public-transit-restored-between-monter ey-and-santa-clara-counties END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gay Beach Volleyball (Outside Community Series) DTSTART:20260924T003000Z DTEND:20260924T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T030908Z UID:diversity-center:9903abf2595ba0578d507d84@santa-cruz-events.local CATEGORIES:community,sports DESCRIPTION:Santa Cruz Gay Beach VolleyballDate: Wednesdays\, last session October 28Time: 5:30 - 10:00 pmLocation: Main Beach Court 16 (across fro m La Bahia)Cost: FreeSanta Cruz Gay Beach Volleyball has been fabulizing M ain Beach since 1979. We meet at 5:30 pm on Main Beach Court 16 (across fr om La Bahia) every Wednesday evening during Daylight Saving Time and play till it's too dark or too cold or we're just hungry.All skill levels - inc luding no skill at all - are welcome. We're here to have fun\, connect and yes\, sometimes even play surprisingly good volleyball. Socializing on th e sidelines is often as busy as the playing on our courts. Afterwards we h ead to dinner at a local restaurant or sometimes a potluck. Free to partic ipate.ALL (yes\, we mean you!) are welcome. Come out and play!. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T030908Z LOCATION:Court 16\, Santa Cruz Main Beach Volleyball\, 270 Beach St\, Sant a Cruz\, CA 95060 URL:https://www.diversitycenter.org/community-calendar?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Community Potluck DTSTART:20260924T010000Z DTEND:20260924T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260803T181318Z UID:10000067-1790186400-1790193600@santacruzhostel.org CATEGORIES:community,food DESCRIPTION:Food tastes better with friends. \nJoin us for our weekly comm unity potluck — where good food meets good people. Whether you’re new in town or just need a midweek pick-me-up\, sharing a meal can spark conne ction\, ease stress\, and remind us we’re not alone. Come for the food\, stay for the laughs\, leave a little lighter. ❤️ LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T181318Z LOCATION:Santa Cruz Hostel\, 321 Main Street\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, U nited States URL:https://santacruzhostel.org/event/community-potluck-2/2026-09-23/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Hostel X-SOURCE-URL:https://santacruzhostel.org/event/community-potluck-2/2026-07 -22 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Abbott Square: Trivia Night DTSTART:20260924T013000Z DTEND:20260924T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T030908Z UID:santacruz-org:9eba3f8fecfa30c70b8c89fa@santa-cruz-events.local CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Trivia every Wednesday! Hosted at Front and Cooper inside of A bbott Square Market\n\nGo test your knowledge\, win some prizes and have s ome hand crafted cocktails!\n\nBrought to you by Hugging Porcupines Produc tions LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T030908Z LOCATION:Abbott Square Market\, 118 Cooper St\, Santa Cruz\, CA 95060 URL:https://www.santacruz.org/upcoming-event/abbott-square_trivia-night/20 26-09-23/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-c a X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ AA Meeting\, "Gay and Grateful" @ TDC DTSTART:20260924T020000Z DTEND:20260924T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T030908Z UID:diversity-center:91e7438c5e91176c65c56437@santa-cruz-events.local CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:LGBTQ+ AA Meeting “Gay and Grateful”Date: Every WednesdayT ime: 7:00-8:00 pmLocation: The Diversity CenterAges: 18+A LGBTQ+ AA meetin g open to all identities and their allies held at TDC. This weekly in-pers on group is hosted by “Gay and Grateful” in partnership with TDC. This is an open meeting for anyone who has a desire to stop using alcohol or o ther drugs. Speakers are invited each week to share their experience\, str ength\, and hope\, followed by individual sharing. If you’ve never been to an AA meeting\, you are welcome to come check us out\, and bring a frie nd if that feels better. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T030908Z LOCATION:The Diversity Center\, 1117 Soquel Ave\, Santa Cruz\, CA 95062 URL:https://www.diversitycenter.org/community-calendar?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Transgender & Non-Binary Peer Support Group (Virtual Group Hosted by TDC) DTSTART:20260924T023000Z DTEND:20260924T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T030908Z UID:diversity-center:1743e2d141c83ea16b63cc51@santa-cruz-events.local CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Support Group Name:    Trans and Nonbinary Peer Support Grou p (Virtual group Hosted by TDC) Date: Every Wednesday Time: 7:30-9:00 pm  Location: ZoomAges: 18+Cost: FREESupport Group description: This support and discussion group is for people 18+ who identify on the spectrum of tr ans/nonbinary/agender/genderfluid and more. The group also welcomes those who want to explore their identity\, but who may not need or want to class ify themselves. All individuals are encouraged to explore their individual selves\, without concern or pressure that the next step need be ‘transi tioning\,’ and without concern about fitting into other people's definit ions. Make up your own! The Diversity Center's transgender and non-binary peer support group provides a supportive and interactive experience in a s afe and brave space. To access the group\, please contact Nic via email a t tnbgroup@diversitycenter.org LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T030908Z LOCATION:Virtual - Zoom To access the group\, please contact Program Speci alist Nic via email at nic.laflin@diversitycenter.org\, CA URL:https://www.diversitycenter.org/community-calendar?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR