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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Monthly Free Book from Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTSTAMP:20260914T000219Z
UID:10060537-1789603200-1789689599@santacruzparent.com
CATEGORIES:education,free
DESCRIPTION:Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library\nEnrollment is open! Enro
 ll now: https://bit.ly/DPILSantaCruzCounty \nWe are excited to bring Doll
 y Parton’s Imagination Library to every child aged 0–5 in Santa Cruz C
 ounty! \nIn partnership with First 5 Santa Cruz County\, United Way Santa 
 Cruz County and Thrive by 5\, this program delivers a new book each month 
 directly to a child’s home\, helping build strong early literacy skills 
 and a lifelong love of reading. \nEnrollment is open! Enroll now: https:/
 /bit.ly/DPILSantaCruzCounty \n¡Nos complace ofrecer la Biblioteca de la I
 maginación de Dolly Parton a todos los niños de 0 a 5 años de edad del 
 Condado de Santa Cruz! \nEn colaboración con Primeros 5 Santa Cruz County
 \, United Way Santa Cruz County y Thrive by 5\, este programa entrega un l
 ibro nuevo cada mes directamente a casa\, lo que ayuda a desarrollar sóli
 das habilidades de alfabetización temprana y un amor por la lectura para 
 toda la vida. \n\n¡Las inscripciones ya están abiertas!\n\nEncuentre má
 s información en https://bit.ly/DPILSantaCruzCounty
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LOCATION:Your Home
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/monnthly-free-book-from-dolly-parton
 s-imagination-library/2026-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&u
 tm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca
X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Parent
X-SOURCE-URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/casual-social-meetup-for-te
 ch-discussions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:X-Academy Welcomes New Students
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTSTAMP:20260917T181129Z
UID:116347-1789603200-1789689599@santacruzparent.com
CATEGORIES:civic,education,tech
DESCRIPTION:X-Academy Welcomes New Students\nClub meetings start September
  26-27 \nJoin the Robotics Club—no experience needed!  \nWhether you’r
 e into tech\, design\, or just curious\, we’ll teach you everything you 
 need to know. It’s a fun way to meet people\, learn new skills\, and may
 be even compete in some exciting challenges! Learn to design\, build\, an
 d compete with underwater robots that tackle real-world marine challenges.
  No experience is needed\, and there is a role for everyone\, from enginee
 ring and environmental science to marketing\, digital media\, leadership\,
  and more.If you missed last week’s Open Houses\, it’s not too late to
   learn more and sign up: santacruzcoe.org/roboticsAges: High School \n\n
 \n\n\n\n\nClub Meeting Locations: \nWatsonville Club meets Saturdays 1–4
 pm\, Sequoia High School\, 229 Green Valley Rd.\nSanta Cruz Club meets Sun
 days 1–4pm\, X Academy Maker Space\, 229 Encinial St.\nView and share ou
 r flyer with family and friends!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T181129Z
LOCATION:Robotics Club for High School Kids
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/x-academy-welcomes-new-students/?utm
 _source=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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Exploring Career and Business Networking Possibilities
DTSTART:20260917T160000Z
DTEND:20260917T170000Z
DTSTAMP:20260914T065213Z
UID:event_316313679@meetup.com
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Santa Cruz Awesome\nLed by David Thiermann\, career consultant
  for 30 years. David will talk with members about self-assessment\, explor
 ing career options\, determining your focus\, marketing yourself and ongoi
 ng career management. Everyone will leave with new ideas\, new expectation
 s\, motivation to be more proactive and enthusiasm to move forward. Get in
 spired and excited. Sign up today for an enjoyable experience. Jokes are i
 ncluded....bring a joke and let's have fun. Please join me on Facebook and
  LinkedIn\, and Google my name to learn more about me. If you can't attend
  my Meetup in person\, you are welcome to call or text me anytime on my ce
 ll phone to talk about your needs or goals: 831-435-9321. Thanks\, David
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T065213Z
URL:https://www.meetup.com/santacruzawesome/events/316313679/?utm_source=c
 aldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca
X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Awesome
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:AI Prompting for Learning Mac or PC
DTSTART:20260917T180000Z
DTEND:20260917T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260914T000219Z
UID:10064994-1789642800-1789646400@santacruzparent.com
CATEGORIES:education,tech
DESCRIPTION:AI Prompting for Learning (Mac or PC)\nThursdays 11am-12pm \nT
 ech Talk Online On Zoom \nAre you using AI tools to improve your understan
 ding?  \nExplore the topic of learning strategies and discover ways to use
  chatbots and NotebookLM for learning. \n https://loom.ly/M858HbUv
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T000219Z
LOCATION:Zoom\, CA\, United States
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/ai-prompting-for-learning-mac-or-pc/
 2026-09-17/?utm_source=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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:When Traditional Career Advice Doesn’t Fit Your Brain: ADHD at W
 ork
DTSTART:20260917T190000Z
DTEND:20260917T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260815T030908Z
UID:ucsc-events:75957b3326da9df2a44f131f@santa-cruz-events.local
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:When Traditional Career Advice Doesn’t Fit Your Brain: ADHD 
 at Work With Kelly George\n\nThursday\, Sept. 17\, 2026 ǀ Noon PT\n\nVirt
 ual via Zoom\n\nHosted by the UCLA Alumni Association\, open to all UC alu
 mni\n\nMany professionals with ADHD feel like they’re not living up to t
 heir potential at work—but aren’t always sure why. Challenges with foc
 us\, follow-through\, communication\, and managing competing demands can i
 mpact performance\, even when ability is not the issue. This session offer
 s a practical approach to understanding and navigating ADHD in the workpla
 ce. Participants will learn how these patterns show up day-to-day\, how th
 ey affect productivity and collaboration\, and what to do about them. The 
 workshop focuses on strategies for managing focus and follow-through\, as 
 well as identifying or adapting work environments that better support how 
 you function.\n\nLEARN MORE & REGISTER
LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T030908Z
LOCATION:CA
URL:https://events.ucsc.edu/event/when-traditional-career-advice-doesnt-fi
 t-your-brain-adhd-at-work/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_camp
 aign=santa-cruz-ca
X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Toastmasters of San Benito General Meetings
DTSTART:20260917T190000Z
DTEND:20260917T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T063112Z
UID:10003559-1789646400-1789650000@benitolink.com
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our weekly meetings – every Thursday\, 12:00 to 
 1:00 at 440 San Benito Street in Hollister.\nToastmasters of San Benito is
  affiliated with Toastmasters International. Learn how to give a speech in
  a friendly\, easy-going\, non-judgemental environment. Build self-confide
 nce and self-awareness as you learn new skills.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T063112Z
LOCATION:Community Foundation Epicenter\, 440 San Benito Street\, Holliste
 r\, CA\, Hollister\, 95023\, United States America
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/toastmasters-of-san-benito-general-meetin
 gs-2/2026-09-17/?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
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SUMMARY:SPCA Junior Animal Care Team
DTSTART:20260917T230000Z
DTEND:20260918T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260909T122652Z
UID:10026237-1789660800-1789668000@growingupsc.com
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Junior Animal Care Team (Ages 11+)\nReady to level up your ani
 mal skills? If you love animals and want real\, hands-on experience\, the 
 Junior Animal Care Team gives you the chance to go behind the scenes at th
 e Santa Cruz SPCA!\nStart with a three-week training program where you’l
 l learn how to safely support shelter animals and prepare for your role on
  the team. Each session includes one hour of hands-on animal care projects
 —creating enrichment\, preparing supplies\, and helping support the shel
 ter team—followed by one hour socializing with our shelter animals.\nAft
 er graduating\, you’ll become a Junior Animal Care Team Member\, returni
 ng for ongoing sessions to build your skills\, take on more responsibility
 \, and make a real difference for animals in need.\nA progressive step bef
 ore becoming an SPCA volunteer—perfect for future animal care profession
 als and passionate animal advocates!\nJunior Animal Care Team Training: Tu
 esday 4pm-6pm (September – May)\nJunior Animal Care Team Sessions: Thurs
 day 4pm-6pm (September – May)
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T122652Z
LOCATION:Santa Cruz SPCA\, 2601 Chanticleer Avenue\, Santa Cruz (Live Oak)
 \, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95065\, United States
URL:https://growingupsc.com/event/spca-junior-animal-care-team/2026-09-17/
 ?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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Girls Who Code
DTSTART:20260917T230000Z
DTEND:20260918T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T181129Z
UID:117327-1789660800-1789664400@santacruzparent.com
CATEGORIES:education,tech
DESCRIPTION:Girls Who Code\n Thursdays 4-5pm\, September 7\; October 1 & 
 15\; November 5 & 19\, December 3\, 17 \nGirls who Code is back at the Sco
 tts Valley Branch Library!  \nGirls 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 su
 cceed. \nGet together and learn coding skills while having fun\, challengi
 ng themselves and creating friendships.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T181129Z
LOCATION:Scotts Valley Library\, 251 Kings Village Road\, Scotts Valley\, 
 CA\, 95066\, United States
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/girls-who-code/?utm_source=caldiscov
 ery&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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Fools\, Monsters\, and Marvels of the Old World Carnival: A lectur
 e & book signing with author Al Ridenour
DTSTART:20260918T010000Z
DTEND:20260918T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260815T030908Z
UID:mah:3784fd767a46bf70fd445098@santa-cruz-events.local
CATEGORIES:education,festival,literary
DESCRIPTION:Join Al Ridenour for a presentation based on his book\, A Seas
 on of Madness: Fools\, Monsters\, and Marvels of the Old-World Carnival
 .
LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T030908Z
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History\, 705 Front St\, Santa Cruz\, 
 CA
URL:https://www.santacruzmah.org/events/fools-monsters-marvels/2026/09/17?
 utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca
X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.santacruzevents.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:How to Apply to the Premed Postbacc Program
DTSTART:20260918T010000Z
DTEND:20260918T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260827T182659Z
UID:calendar.23623.field_date_range.0@site
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Event Description \n\nJoin UC Santa Cruz Healthcare Pathways\n
 [https://www.ucsc-extension.edu/health] for a live online information\nses
 sion to learn about our Premed Postbacc Cohort\, Premed and\nPre-Health DI
 Y Pathways\, and other program offerings.\n\nWe'll provide an overview of 
 our programs and cover how to apply for\nour next admissions cycle. We'll 
 also discuss the application process\,\nadmissions timeline\, coursework\,
  advising\, MCAT preparation\, and more.\n\nYou'll have plenty of time to 
 ask questions and connect directly with\nprogram staff.\n\nCLAIM YOUR SEAT
  TODAY \n[https://share.hsforms.com/1cLxdOaQ-QHK0YR9c6MlsyQ1ma7v]
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T182659Z
URL:https://www.ucsc-extension.edu/events/how-apply-premed-postbacc-progra
 m-1?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca
X-SOURCE-NAME:Event Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.ucsc-extension.edu/news/transfer-agreements-lead-
 advanced-degrees-and-certification
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Medicare And U
DTSTART:20260918T190000Z
DTEND:20260918T203000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T003306Z
UID:10017113-1789732800-1789738200@benitolink.com
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Medicare in San Benito County for 2026 and ways yo
 u may be able to save money with your Medicare.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T003306Z
LOCATION:San Benito County Free Library\, 470 5th Street\, Hollister\, 950
 23\, United States America
URL:https://benitolink.com/event/medicare-and-u-2/?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: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:Elkhorn Slough: Free Tour of the Preserve
DTSTART:20260919T170000Z
DTEND:20260919T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260914T003316Z
UID:10106923-1789812000-1789819200@www.santacruz.org
CATEGORIES:education,free,outdoors
DESCRIPTION:Docent-led tours of the Elkhorn Slough Reserve are every Satur
 day AND Sunday\, at 10 am and 11 am. Tours are on a first-come\, first-ser
 ve basis – visitors may sign up at the Visitor Center front desk\, or ca
 ll ahead the morning of using the phone number (831) 728-2822. \nThe Docen
 t will craft a walk that meets the groups needs and abilities.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T003316Z
LOCATION:Elkhorn Slough Reserve\, 1700 Elkhorn Road\, Watsonville\, CA\, 9
 5076\, United States
URL:https://www.santacruz.org/upcoming-event/elkhorn-slough-free-tour-of-t
 he-preserve/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaig
 n=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:In Person Saturday Shut Up and Write [The Abbey]
DTSTART:20260919T180000Z
DTEND:20260919T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260913T002948Z
UID:event_316342139@meetup.com
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Shut Up & Write!® Santa Cruz / Monterey Bay\nCome write with 
 us at The Abbey coffee shop\, on Highland between Mission and High Street.
 \n\nBe it a book\, short story\, essay\, graphic novel\, poem\, academic p
 aper\, blog post\, or work stuff\, all forms of writing are welcome!\n\n10
 :45 — Settle in\, get coffee or a bite to eat\n11:00 — Check in: what 
 is today's goal?\n11:15 — Write like your hair is on fire\n1:00 — Chec
 k back in: How did it go?
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T002948Z
URL:https://www.meetup.com/shutupandwritesantacruz/events/316342139/?utm_s
 ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=santa-cruz-ca
X-SOURCE-NAME:Shut Up & Write!® Santa Cruz / Monterey Bay
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Wisdom Workshops @ TDC
DTSTART:20260922T170000Z
DTEND:20260922T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T073247Z
UID:diversity-center:fa1d9a13ee3540268e47636e@santa-cruz-events.local
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Date: Every Tuesday\, except HolidaysTime: 10am - 12:00 pm Lo
 cation: The Diversity CenterEvent Description:  Join your community every
  Tuesday between 10am-12pm at the Diversity Center. Nic is ready with a di
 fferent activity or workshop each week\, and  volunteers are on hand with
  snacks\, beverages\, and community. Questions? Contact Program Specialis
 t Nic LaflinEmail: nic.laflin@diversitycenter.org *DISCLAIMER: Yoga is a 
 physical activity that poses certain risks\, such as risk of injury or exa
 cerbation of medical conditions. By participating\, you are acknowledging 
 you are physically fit enough to participate. You should consult with your
  doctor about your ability to do yoga. By participating in this 60Plus yog
 a workshop on 2/27\, you are assuming any risk\, injury\, or damage.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T073247Z
LOCATION: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
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