BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscover y.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fro m CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/santa-cruz-ca/src-616.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H X-WR-CALDESC:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscove ry.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fr om CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - santa-cruz-ca BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Toddler Tumble Time DTSTART:20260908T173000Z DTEND:20260908T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T000950Z UID:10000496-1788863400-1788867000@santacruzmuseum.org CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:Come Join Us for Toddler Tumble Time!\nWe’ll be sharing some of our educational collection items. Bring your little ones to explore a nd learn about science. Don’t miss out on the fun!\n \n¡Acompáñenos en la Hora de Juegos para Pequeñitos!\nCompartiremos una selección de ar tículos de nuestra colección educativa. Venga con sus pequeños a explor ar y aprender sobre la ciencia. ¡No se lo pierda!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nT he event is ADA accessible. Materials will be provided.  \nThese programs are funded by the Outdoor Equity Grants Program\, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks\, Office of Grants and Local Se rvices. \nEstos programas son financiados por el Programa de Subvenciones de Equidad al Aire Libre\, creado a través AB 209 y administrado por la O ficina de Subvenciones y Servicios Locales de Parque Estatales de Californ ia. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T000950Z LOCATION:Watsonville Public Library\, 275 Main St STE 100\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/toddler-tumble-time-3/2026-09-08/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History X-SOURCE-URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Edge of Survival: Coho Salmon in Central California DTSTART:20260911T010000Z DTEND:20260911T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260812T005900Z UID:10000722-1789063200-1789070400@santacruzmuseum.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Join the Monterey Bay Salmon and Trout Project for an overview of salmonids\, their lifecycle\, ecology\, and the natural and human-caus ed threats they face. Learn more about the history of MBSTP\, their  vari ous programs\, and how they contribute to salmonid conservation in the Mon terey Bay. This lecture will explore the differences between hatchery mode ls\, highlighting how their  work focuses on conservation\, genetic diver sity\, disease mitigation\, ecosystem health and optimizing wild survival. \nREGISTER\nCapacity: 60\nTicket Price: $12 General | $8 Students\nDiscou nts: $5 Off Members\nAge limit: 11+\, Kids must be accompanied by adults \ nAbout the Speaker \nNathan Smith is the Education & Outreach Coordinator for the Monterey Bay Salmon and Trout Project. A Santa Cruz native\, he ho lds a B.S. in Biology\, an M.A. in Education\, and an M.S. in Environmenta l Engineering. His background includes ecological fieldwork in Central and South America\, environmental compliance for the City of Watsonville\, an d science education. Nathan is passionate about connecting people with the natural history and ecology of California’s watersheds through engaging \, hands-on learning and conservation. His work focuses on inspiring stewa rdship of native salmon\, steelhead\, and the ecosystems they call home. \ n  \nCancellation Policy LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T005900Z LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Sa nta Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/edge-of-survival-coho-salmon-in-cent ral-california/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History X-SOURCE-URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Member Meet Up: Hatchery Tour DTSTART:20260912T170000Z DTEND:20260912T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T012320Z UID:10000723-1789207200-1789214400@santacruzmuseum.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Meet the salmonids! Join the Monterey Bay Salmon and Trout Pro ject for an exclusive tour of their hatchery in Davenport where you’ll e njoy an overview of salmonids\, their lifecycle\, ecology\, and the natura l and human-caused threats they face. This tour will explore the differenc es between hatchery models\, highlighting work focused on conservation\, g enetic diversity\, disease mitigation\, ecosystem health and optimizing wi ld survival. \nThe MBSTP Kingfisher Flat Genetic Conservation Hatchery (KF GCH) has been in operation since 1985\, and is the only privately-run salm onid rearing facility on California’s Central Coast. This facility is cr itical to the recovery of local\, native salmonids\, namely federally enda ngered Central California Coast coho salmon and threatened steelhead.  MB STP hatchery staff hold a combined total of over 35 years of experience in aquaculture- this in-depth knowledge is fundamental to the accomplishment of MBSTP program objectives. \nFULL – Email info@santacruzmuseum.org to join the waitlist\nFree for Members – Join today!\nMeetup details will be shared upon registration \n  \nAbout the Facilitator \nNathan Smith is the Education & Outreach Coordinator for the Monterey Bay Salmon and Trou t Project. A Santa Cruz native\, he holds a B.S. in Biology\, an M.A. in E ducation\, and an M.S. in Environmental Engineering. His background includ es ecological fieldwork in Central and South America\, environmental compl iance for the City of Watsonville\, and science education. Nathan is passi onate about connecting people with the natural history and ecology of Cali fornia’s watersheds through engaging\, hands-on learning and conservatio n. His work focuses on inspiring stewardship of native salmon\, steelhead\ , and the ecosystems they call home. \nCancellation Policy LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T012320Z LOCATION:Monterey Bay Salmon and Trout Project\, 825 Big Creek Rd.\, Daven port\, CA\, 95017\, United States URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/member-meet-up-hatchery-tour/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History X-SOURCE-URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturdays in the Soil DTSTART:20260912T170000Z DTEND:20260912T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T012346Z UID:10000742-1789207200-1789214400@santacruzmuseum.org CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:* September SITS will be held on the second Saturday\, Sept 12 th* \nEvery third Saturday of the month\, we invite volunteers to come tog ether as a community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A- Park program. During this volunteering event\, you’ll get your hands dir ty assisting with the maintenance of the park\, our pollinator garden\, an d Pilkington Creek\, while gaining insights into local ecology\, native pl ants\, and sustainable gardening from Museum Gardener\, Laura Kummerer. \n Saturdays in the Soil happen every third Saturday of the month. \n​Sign up via Volgistics or email volunteer@santacruzmuseum.org to register.\nWha t to Expect \n\nThis project requires volunteer support with general lands caping\, occasional watering\, weeding\, and replanting.\nPlease let us kn ow if you need special accommodations when you email to RSVP.\nThis progra m happens rain or shine\, but we will cancel in the case of muddy conditio ns or inclement weather.\nAll ages are welcome\; children under 14 require adult supervision. Volunteers under 18 require a parent/guardian to sign waivers. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T012346Z LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Sa nta Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/saturdays-in-the-soil-may-2026-9-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History X-SOURCE-URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rockin' Pop Up! DTSTART:20260919T120000Z DTEND:20260919T140000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T000950Z UID:10000432-1789819200-1789826400@santacruzmuseum.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join geologists from University of California\, Santa Cruz to share your mineralogical marvels and get them identified inside the Museum ’s galleries!\nPrice: This special event is Free with Admission. $5 Adul ts | $3 Students and Seniors | Free for Youth Under 18 | Free for Museum M embers. \nWhat can you bring: Rocks\, fossils\, gems\, and minerals are al l welcome! Feel free to bring as many samples as you like\, but depending on the crowd\, we may implement a 3-rock maximum for identification. \nTim e: There will be no formal presentation\, so drop-by anytime between 12 p. m. and 2 p.m. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T000950Z LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Sa nta Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/rockin-pop-up-2-copy/2026-09-19/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History X-SOURCE-URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sip & Draw: Butterflies In Flight DTSTART:20261001T010000Z DTEND:20261001T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260820T012820Z UID:10000724-1790791200-1790798400@santacruzmuseum.org CATEGORIES:arts,drink DESCRIPTION:Butterflies are known for intricate wing patterns and flitting flight patterns. They are also indicators of the health of our environmen t and ecosystems\, especially those that migrate across our state and regi on.  Join Megan Gnekow\, a local scientific illustrator\, for an evening exploring the beauty and resilience of some of our most famous flying frie nds as you sip on wine\, beer or seltzer water of your choice. With materi als provided by the instructor\, you will practice techniques for illustra ting them accurately in colored pencil. For your illustrations\, Megan wil l provide specimens and photographs to help illuminate the details needed to create accurate and life-like illustrations. \n  \nAbout the Speaker \ nMegan Gnekow is an artist and scientific illustrator whose work focuses o n ecological relationships that support special-status species in Californ ia. She represents the 7th generation of her family with deep ties to Sant a Cruz. She has supported the Art of Nature exhibit as both a juror and pa rticipant since 2010. Megan is the Chair of the Collections Committee and a member of the Governance Committee\, where her work in civil rights for the University of California helps support the museum’s ongoing efforts to build an inclusive\, welcoming museum for all. \n  \nREGISTER\nCapacit y: 20\nTicket Price: $40 General\nDiscounts: $5 Off Members\nAge limit: 12 +\, Kids must be accompanied by adults \n  \nAccessibility and Logistics \nThis program will take place indoors at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Refreshments will be provided. \nParking is available on Pilking ton and street parking is available in the surrounding neighborhood.   Pl ease allow a few extra minutes to find parking and get settled before the program begins. \nCancellation Policy LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T012820Z LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Sa nta Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/butterflies-in-flight/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History X-SOURCE-URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:First Friday: Museum of the Macabre DTSTART:20261003T000000Z DTEND:20261003T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T192312Z UID:10000802-1790960400-1790971200@santacruzmuseum.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join us as we kick off Museum of the Macabre\, a month where w e explore the strange\, the eerie\, and the curious side of nature. Enjoy a special Cabinet of Curiosity exhibit alongside live taxidermy demos\, re al snakes\, spooky crafts and more!\nEnjoy FREE admission to the Museum al l day with special activities indoors from 5-8pm.\nCostumes welcome! \nFea turing: \n\nPartners: The Center for Monster Studies\, UCSC | The Norris C enter for Natural History | Bay Area Herpetological Society\nActivities: S pecial Exhibit | Face Painting | Spooky Crafts!\nFood: Areperia 831\nDrink s: Donation-based bar with wine\, beer and non-alcoholic options LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T192312Z LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Sa nta Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/first-friday-museum-of-the-macabre/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History X-SOURCE-URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afterschool Activities: Somos Watsonville DTSTART:20261012T210000Z DTEND:20261012T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T000950Z UID:10000584-1791813600-1791820800@santacruzmuseum.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Watsonville community members are invited to Somos Watsonville \, where our team will contribute a guided and interactive activity alongs ide existing programming. \nLos miembros de la comunidad de Watsonville es tán invitados a Somos Watsonville\, donde nuestro equipo contribuirá una actividad guiada e interactiva a las actividades existentes. \n__________ __________________________________________________________________________ ________________________ \nThe event is ADA accessible. Materials will be provided. The event will be indoors. \nThese programs are funded by the Ou tdoor Equity Grants Program\, created through AB 209 and administered by C alifornia State Parks\, Office of Grants and Local Services. \nEstos progr amas son financiados por el Programa de Subvenciones de Equidad al Aire Li bre\, creado a través AB 209 y administrado por la Oficina de Subvencione s y Servicios Locales de Parque Estatales de California. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T000950Z LOCATION:SOMOS Watsonville\, 112 E Beach St.\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/afterschool-activities-somos-watsonv ille-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History X-SOURCE-URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Toddler Tumble Time DTSTART:20261013T173000Z DTEND:20261013T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T000950Z UID:10000497-1791887400-1791891000@santacruzmuseum.org CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:Come Join Us for Toddler Tumble Time!\nWe’ll be sharing some of our educational collection items. Bring your little ones to explore a nd learn about science. Don’t miss out on the fun!\n \n¡Acompáñenos en la Hora de Juegos para Pequeñitos!\nCompartiremos una selección de ar tículos de nuestra colección educativa. Venga con sus pequeños a explor ar y aprender sobre la ciencia. ¡No se lo pierda!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nT he event is ADA accessible. Materials will be provided.  \nThese programs are funded by the Outdoor Equity Grants Program\, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks\, Office of Grants and Local Se rvices. \nEstos programas son financiados por el Programa de Subvenciones de Equidad al Aire Libre\, creado a través AB 209 y administrado por la O ficina de Subvenciones y Servicios Locales de Parque Estatales de Californ ia. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T000950Z LOCATION:Watsonville Public Library\, 275 Main St STE 100\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/toddler-tumble-time-3/2026-10-13/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History X-SOURCE-URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:San Lorenzo River Walk Series: Where River Meets Ocean DTSTART:20261107T173000Z DTEND:20261107T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T012936Z UID:10000738-1794043800-1794051000@santacruzmuseum.org CATEGORIES:education,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join our Education Director and discover the estuary where fre shwater meets Monterey Bay and learn why these habitats are vital for wild life. This walk is part of the San Lorenzo River Walk Series\, see the com plete schedule below. \n  \nFree • Guided Nature Walks • School Age C hildren and Adults \nFall 2026 Walk Schedule: \nCelebration of California Biodiversity Week • September 12 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM\nA Cultural and Na tural History of the Downtown River focusing on Birding starting at Tanner y Arts Center. Guide: Jane Orbuch (Santa Cruz Bird Club) \nThe Urban River • October 3 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM. Explore the ecology\, history\, and cultures that have shaped the San Lorenzo River and Santa Cruz. Guide: Eri n Loury (Coastal Watershed Council) \nNature & Mindfulness • October 24 | 9:00 AM–11:30 AM. Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. Experience the red wood forest through natural history and guided mindfulness. Guides: Nathan Smith (Monterey Bay Salmon & Trout Project) & Nikola Ristic (Spirit Witho ut Boundaries) \nWhere River Meets Ocean • November 7 | Time 9:30 AM-11: 30 AM Discover the estuary where freshwater meets Monterey Bay and learn w hy these habitats are vital for wildlife. Guide: Suzy Clark (Santa Cruz Mu seum of Natural History) \nWhat to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes • Wa ter • Sun protection • Binoculars (optional) \nEasy–moderate walks\, approximately 1–2 miles. \nPlease leave pets at home. These walks are b est suited for school-age children and older.\nPresented by: Monterey Bay Salmon & Trout Project • Coastal Watershed Council\nSanta Cruz Bird Club • Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History \nREGISTER\n  \n  \nAccessibil ity and Logistics \nWhat to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes • Water • Sun protection • Binoculars (optional) \nEasy–moderate walks\, approx imately 1–2 miles. \nPlease leave pets at home. These walks are best sui ted for school-age children and older. LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T012936Z LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Sa nta Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/san-lorenzo-river-walk-series-where- river-meets-ocean/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History X-SOURCE-URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Toddler Tumble Time DTSTART:20261110T183000Z DTEND:20261110T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T000950Z UID:10000498-1794306600-1794310200@santacruzmuseum.org CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:Come Join Us for Toddler Tumble Time!\nWe’ll be sharing some of our educational collection items. Bring your little ones to explore a nd learn about science. Don’t miss out on the fun!\n \n¡Acompáñenos en la Hora de Juegos para Pequeñitos!\nCompartiremos una selección de ar tículos de nuestra colección educativa. Venga con sus pequeños a explor ar y aprender sobre la ciencia. ¡No se lo pierda!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nT he event is ADA accessible. Materials will be provided.  \nThese programs are funded by the Outdoor Equity Grants Program\, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks\, Office of Grants and Local Se rvices. \nEstos programas son financiados por el Programa de Subvenciones de Equidad al Aire Libre\, creado a través AB 209 y administrado por la O ficina de Subvenciones y Servicios Locales de Parque Estatales de Californ ia. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T000950Z LOCATION:Watsonville Public Library\, 275 Main St STE 100\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/toddler-tumble-time-3/2026-11-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History X-SOURCE-URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Toddler Tumble Time DTSTART:20261208T183000Z DTEND:20261208T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T000950Z UID:10000499-1796725800-1796729400@santacruzmuseum.org CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:Come Join Us for Toddler Tumble Time!\nWe’ll be sharing some of our educational collection items. Bring your little ones to explore a nd learn about science. Don’t miss out on the fun!\n \n¡Acompáñenos en la Hora de Juegos para Pequeñitos!\nCompartiremos una selección de ar tículos de nuestra colección educativa. Venga con sus pequeños a explor ar y aprender sobre la ciencia. ¡No se lo pierda!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nT he event is ADA accessible. Materials will be provided.  \nThese programs are funded by the Outdoor Equity Grants Program\, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks\, Office of Grants and Local Se rvices. \nEstos programas son financiados por el Programa de Subvenciones de Equidad al Aire Libre\, creado a través AB 209 y administrado por la O ficina de Subvenciones y Servicios Locales de Parque Estatales de Californ ia. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T000950Z LOCATION:Watsonville Public Library\, 275 Main St STE 100\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/toddler-tumble-time-3/2026-12-08/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History X-SOURCE-URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR