February 2010 Calendar

The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour comes

to town February 26 & 27.

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Correction to Santa Cruz County Symphony Ad

in February Issue GUiSC

Correct Date:

Sunday, March 7

Santa Cruz County Symphony presents "Here Comes the Circus!", an educational concert that's fun for the whole family. 2:00, at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium. For information and tickets call 420-5260 or www.SantaCruzTickets.com

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Monday, February 1

Parents & Toddlers Support 10:30am-12:30pm. Ongoing Mondays. Ages 9-18 months. Combining elements of a playgroup, support group & a course in child development. LO Family Resource Center, 1438 Capitola Rd, SC. 476-7284 x110

Pacific Coast Charter School (PCCS) is hosting an Open House 11am-2pm. PCCS is a unique, high-quality K-12 public education option that blends personalized learning and independent study with academic, college prep, arts and enrichment courses taught by credentialed teachers. Watsonville Campus. 786-2180 or visit www.pccs.pvusd.net

Benefit Bingo: SLV High Sports 6pm. Ongoing Mondays. All games pay $250, based on attendance. No smoking. Must be 18 and over to play. $15 minimum buy in for the games. Portuguese Hall, 216 Evergreen St, SC. 336-2944

Divorced Fathers Network 7:30-9pm. FREE. Ongoing Mondays. DFN provides non-adversarial techniques to achieve healthy co-parenting through a support group network. Dominican Edu Center, Rm E, 1555 Soquel Dr, SC. Kerry 234-5578; David 458-9147
 

Tuesday, February 2
 

Together in the Park/Juntos en el Parque Free. Ongoing Tuesdays. Drop-in playgroup for parents & young children. 9am-12:30pm. Callaghan Park, 225 Sudden St, Watsonville. 786-2160. 10am-12pm. Jose Ave Park, Live Oak. 476-7284 x110

Cafe Mom meets on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month. Location for 1st Tuesdays are 101 Madison St @ FBC Watsonville. Free childcare is available so you can enjoy uninterrupted adult conversation! Location for 3rd Tuesdays are playdates at rotating parks throughout mid to South County. Cafe Mom welcomes any mom! 724-1311

Farmers Market: Felton 2:30-6:30pm. FREE. Ongoing Tuesdays. St. John's Catholic Church, Hwy 9, Felton. 425-3331

Santa Cruz Children's School Open House 4-5pm. 366 Gault Street, Santa Cruz. 831-429-8444. www.SCChildrensSchool.com

Youth Coalition Meeting 5-6:30pm. FREE. Ongoing Tuesdays. Ages 13-21. Get involved, get educated & become a community youth leader. Youth-designed & led group. Call first. Resource Center for Non-Violence, 515 Broadway, SC. 427-5066

Birth Center Tour 6:30pm. FREE. Ongoing Tuesdays. Call to register. Dominican Hospital, 1555 Soquel Dr, SC. 462-7709

Annual Science Fair and Open House 6:30pm. Spring Hill School, 250 California St., Santa Cruz. 427-2641

Wednesday, February 3
 

Together in the Park/Juntos en el Parque 9am-12:30pm. FREE. Ongoing Wednesdays. Drop-in playgroup for parents & young children. Marinovich Park, 120 2nd St, Watsonville. 786-2160

Mothersong 9:15 and 10:30am. Wed and Thurs. every week. A Multicultural Singalong for Families with Babies. Unity 407 Broadway, SC. Babies Free, Adults/$5-10.

SLV Together in The Park 10:30am-12pm. FREE. Ongoing Wednesdays. Crafts, songs, snacks & parenting tips. Hosted by Mountain Community Resources. Redwood Christian Center, 6869 Hwy 9, Felton. Cori, 335-6605

New Moms Support Group 10:30am-12:30pm. FREE. Ongoing Wednesdays. Babies 0-6 mos. Discuss common concerns with other new moms. Dominican Edu Center, Rm C, 1555 Soquel Dr, SC. 462-7709

Breastfeeding Support Group 10:30am-12:30pm. FREE. Ongoing Wednesdays. Discuss joys & challenges of breastfeeding. Dominican Edu Center, Rm D, 1555 Soquel Dr, SC. 462-7709

Tiny Tots Skating Session 11:15am-12:30pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Ages 8 & under. Includes skates, warm up, instruction & games. $3/skater. SC Roller Palladium. 423-0844

Farmers Market: Santa Cruz 2:30-6:30pm. FREE. Ongoing Wednesdays. Cedar & Lincoln St, SC. 454-0566

Good Shepherd Catholic School Open House 5:30-7:30pm. 2727 Mattison Lane, Santa Cruz. 831.476.4000. www.gsschool.org

Foster Care/Adoption Orientation 6-9pm. FREE. 1st Wed/month. Bring questions and visit with active foster & adoptive parents. 1400 Emeline, Rm 206, SC. Register at 454-4044.

The Santa Cruz Waldorf School Faculty presents “The Middle School Curriculum at the Waldorf School: What We Teach and Why” Waldorf education is just as important for the adolescent as it is for the young child. Find out what it means to be an adolescent and how Waldorf education meets those needs. 7pm. 2190 Empire Grade, Santa Cruz. Call 831.425.0519 for more information and to reserve a space.

SC Public Skating Sessions 7:30-10pm. Ongoing Wednesdays. Roller Palladium, 1606 Seabright Ave, SC. 423-0844
 

Thursday, February 4

Mothersong 9:15 and 10:30am. Wed and Thurs. every week. A Multicultural Singalong for Families with Babies. Unity 407 Broadway, SC. Babies Free, Adults/$5-10.

Together in the Park/Juntos en el Parque 10am-12pm. FREE. Ongoing Thursdays. Drop-in playgroup for parents & young children. Frederick St. Park. 476-7284 x110

Reading Circle 11am. A half-an hour of some of our favorite stories. Best for ages 2 to 5. Lolly Tree Toys, 240 Cathcart St, Downtown Santa Cruz. www.lollytreetoys.com. 713-5136

Aptos Academy Students Perform Babes in Toyland 7pm. Families are invited to enjoy this Mother Goose tale of a damsel in distress, performed by Aptos Academy students in first through fifth grade. Free. Aptos Academy Theater, 1940 Bonita Dr., Aptos. 688-1080, www.aptosacademy.org.

Beauty and the Beast 7pm. All About Theatre proudly presents Beauty and the Beast as our Winter Teen Production. Visit us online at www.allabouttheatre.org or call (831) 345-6340 for more information.

Friday, February 5

Together in the Park/Juntos en el Parque 9am-12:30pm. FREE. Ongoing Fridays. Drop-in playgroup for parents & young children. Aldridge Park, Aldridge Ln, Corralitos. 786-2160

Parents & Toddlers Support 10am-12pm. Ongoing Fridays. Ages 18-30 months. Combining elements of a playgroup, support group & info on child development. LO Family Resource Center, 1438 Capitola Rd.

Free Noontime Tour of MAH Join MAH docents for a museum-wide tour highlighting the current exhibitions.

Attachment Parenting Play Group 12:30-2:30pm. Every Friday. Free playgroup for
children (all ages) and their caregivers who want to learn more about this intuitive parenting approach which is supported by over 50 years of child development research. Meeting at the Educational Resource Center, 224 Walnut Ave, downtown Santa Cruz. 332-0864

Santa Catalina Athletics & Activities Event 5-6:30pm. Grades 9-11. Free. Come learn more about our clubs, athletics, and activities by joining students, faculty, athletic coaches, and the admission office at a fun, casual reception and BBQ. Then cheer on the Catalina Cougars' varsity basketball team as it shoots for a win! Special Instructions: Please RSVP to 831.655.9356 by Monday, February 1. Santa Catalina School, 1500 Mark Thomas Drive, Monterey.

Santa Cruz Waldorf School hosts The Discipline Forum: Beyond Crime and Punishment in Parenting Mark your calendars for this third annual discipline workshop at SCWS with Cindy Brooks, MFT, and Joya Birns, Scott Olmsted, Esther Centers and Joan Agostinelli, Waldorf Educators all co-facilitating.We will address discipline issues with children ages birth to 14, focusing especially on punishment and alternatives to punishment. Free childcare will be available during Saturday morning’s workshop, by pre-registration only. Space may be limited. Friday evening February 5, 7-9 pm, Saturday morning February 6, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. Fees: TBA. 2190 Empire Grade, Santa Cruz. Call 831.425.0519 x222 to reserve a space. www.scwaldorf.org

Aptos Academy Students Perform Babes in Toyland 7pm. See Feb 4.

Beauty and the Beast 7pm. All About Theatre proudly presents Beauty and the Beast as our Winter Teen Production. Visit us online at www.allabouttheatre.org or call (831) 345-6340 for more information.

Announcing Kirby's Cafe Concert 7:30pm. An evening of music and food featuring the Kirby Jazz Band, Jazz Choir, Chamber Singers, Chorus, String & Wind Ensemble, and Soloists. $10 (includes dessert and beverage). Tickets may be purchased at the Kirby School lobby. Proceeds benefit Kirby music programs. Kirby School’s “Great Hall”, 425 Encinal St., Santa Cruz. 423–0658
 

Saturday, February 6
 

Aptos Farmers Market 8am-12pm. FREE. Ongoing Saturdays. Cabrillo College Parking Garage, 6500 Soquel Dr, Aptos. 728-5060

Morning in the Kindergarten 10am-noon. Come and learn about our unique approach to supporting the development of young children. Santa Cruz Waldorf School’s play-based, early childhood program provides children with the opportunity to explore the natural and social world at their own pace. Daily activities include circle time, singing, storytelling, gardening, cooking, and art. Your 3 to 6-year-old child is invited to explore our kindergarten while you meet our kindergarten teachers. 2190 Empire Grade, Santa Cruz. Call 831.425.0519 x222 to reserve a space. www.scwaldorf.org

Exploring Homeschooling 10-11am. Learn more about styles of homeschooling and homeschooling options in California. For parents of Pre-K through 12th grade. Cost: $5-$10. Educational Resource Center, 224C Walnut Ave., SC

Beauty and the Beast 2pm & 7pm. All About Theatre proudly presents Beauty and the Beast as our Winter Teen Production. Visit us online at www.allabouttheatre.org or call (831) 345-6340 for more information.

Skate Night 6pm. Have some old fashion fun skating on a real wood floor! Cost to skate $2, bring your own skates or rent for $1 (sizes are limited) Free to watch! Yummy food will be sold. All proceeds benefit VHM students. 427 Capitola Rd. Ext. (between Capitola Rd and Soquel Ave.) Santa Cruz
 

Sunday, February 7
 

Valentines for the Birds Come make a unique bird feeder to help out the hungry birds on chilly days. Great for children of all ages (you can make it as simple or intricate as you want!). Visit www.lollytreetoys.com for more info! Lolly Tree Toys, 240 Cathcart St, Downtown Santa Cruz. www.lollytreetoys.com. 713-5136

Beauty and the Beast 2pm. All About Theatre proudly presents Beauty and the Beast as our Winter Teen Production. Visit us online at www.allabouttheatre.org or call (831) 345-6340 for more information.

Wild Cat Adventure 3pm. Presentation features 5 live wild cats. The program is sponsored by the Wild Cat Education and Conservation Fund. The goal of the Wild Cat Education and Conservation Fund is to educate the public about the decreasing population of wild cat species around the world, to provide funding for worldwide wild cat conservation projects and to provide safe refuge for captive born wild cats. You may see a cougar, king cheetah, Canada lynx, serval, Geoffroy’s cat or caracal. $10. Children under 12 - $5. Rio Theatre, 1205 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz. 707.874.3176

Monday, February 8
 

Parents & Toddlers Support 10:30am. See Feb 1.

Benefit Bingo: SLV High Sports 6pm. See Feb 1.

Kids Caught in the Middle, the first of a 10-week course  for kids whose parents are going through separation and divorce. Santa Cruz Bible Church, 440 Fredrick St., Santa Cruz, For more info call Ani Salisbury, 831-429-1162 ext. 247.

Middle School Open House & Information Night 6:30pm. An information night for parents of incoming 6th, 7th & 8th Graders. Spring Hill School, 250 California St., Santa Cruz. 427-2641

Homeschool Parent Support Group 7-9pm. Free. Ongoing support group for parents who are homeschooling, 2nd Monday of every month. Educational Resource Center, 224C Walnut Ave., SC, adults and babies in arms only.

Divorced Fathers Network 7:30pm. See Feb 1.
 

Tuesday, February 9
 

Together in the Park/Juntos en el Parque 9am. See Feb 2.

La Leche League 10-11:30am. FREE. Ongoing 2nd Tues/month. Breastfeeding info & support for pregnant/breastfeeding mothers. Highlands Park Senior Center, 8500 Hwy 9, Ben Lomond. 338-1707

Youth Coalition Meeting 5pm. See Feb 2.

Birth Center Tour 6:30pm. See Feb 2.

Bellies, Birth & Babies Winter Expo 7-9pm. Sponsored by Birth Network of Santa Cruz County. An evening packed with positive energy and valuable resources for pregnant and postpartum women and their families. Meet doulas, midwives, acupuncturists, yoga teachers, childbirth educators and much more! FREE EVENT. Door prizes. University Inn (611 Ocean St. Santa Cruz). 425-3373. www.birthnet.org

Wednesday, February 10
 

Gateway School Admissions Open House 9-11am. Parents are invited to tour the K-8 campus, see our classrooms in action and meet our Head of School, Percy Abram. Gateway is now accepting applications for the 2009-2010 school year. 126 Eucalyptus Ave, Santa Cruz. For more information visit www.gatewaysc.org or call Colleen at (831) 423-0341 ext 302.

Coffee With The Principal & Open House 9-10am. Spring Hill School, 250 California St., Santa Cruz. 427-2641

Tiny Tots Skating Session 11:15am. See Feb 3.

Farmers Market: Santa Cruz 2:30pm. See Feb 3.

Parent Circle 7pm. Join other parents in this monthly support circle. We will study, share, sing, and enjoy artistic activities together. Co-facilitated by Cindy Brooks, MFT and Joya Birns, Waldorf Educator. Suggested donation: $5 to $15. 7-9pm Location: 3065 Porter Street, Suite 200, Soquel. Contact: Kim Couder (parent), 475-8704 or Cindy Brooks, 464-2972.

SC Public Skating Sessions 7:30pm. See Feb 3.
 

Thursday, February 11
 

Mothersong 9:15 and 10:30am. See Feb 4.

Together in the Park/Juntos en el Parque 10am. See Feb 4.

Reading Circle 11am. A half-an hour of some of our favorite stories. Best for ages 2 to 5. Lolly Tree Toys, 240 Cathcart St, Downtown Santa Cruz. www.lollytreetoys.com. 713-5136

Come to Kids Club for Heartwarming Fun with our Cuddly Caring Bear for a special Valentine Show! 3:30pm. The fun begins with a Valentine Singing and Dancing Show with our Caring Bear and a Friendship Parade around the Mall! Before the show there will be Two Valentine Craft Stations and Valentine Twist Balloons and after the show everybody will get a special Valentine Surprise from our Caring Bear. See you here at Kids Club to Be Our Valentine! Capitola Mall.

Making A Record Workshop 6-8pm. A round-table discussion presenting a candid look at the experiences of producing and promoting music in today’s challenging economic climate. Featuring four panelists. Musicians of all ages will gain important first-hand knowledge about the process of recording, the pitfalls that can frustrate unprepared artists in the studio, and the tactics and strategies that allow an artist’s new recording to make the most impact in the marketplace. Gadgetbox Recording Studios, 417-A Ingalls Street in Santa Cruz. FREE ($5 suggested donation). Seating is limited so registration is encouraged to guarantee admission. Register online - www.gadgetbox.net/workshop

SC Twins Club 7pm. FREE. 2nd Thurs/month. Share experiences with other mothers of twins. Dominican Hospital, Rm 1, Soquel Ave, SC. 439-9817

Friday, February 12

Together in the Park/Juntos en el Parque 9am. See Feb 5.

Parents & Toddlers Support 10am. See Feb 5.

Free Noontime Tour of MAH See Feb 5.

Attachment Parenting Play Group See Feb 5.
 

Saturday, February 13

Eat your HEART out: Chocolate Tasting Fair! 11am-2pm. FREE. Rich, Dark, Raw, Local and more…come taste the diverse tastes of chocolate! Whole Foods Market, Capitola- 1710 41st Ave, Capitola.

The 24th Annual Migration Festival! 11am-4pm. Fly, swim, waddle, walk, bike or drive as you migrate to Natural Bridges State Beach for a full-day of activities that celebrate the migration of whales, butterflies, birds and the many creatures that travel. The park will host migratory animal talks, active kids’ games, crafts, skits, live music by the nature-loving 5M's Band, educational booths and displays, along with the now-famous free habitat-cake served at the end of the event. You can purchase a picnic at the park or bring your own. A day use parking pass is $10; the event is free. Natural Bridges State Beach is located at the end of West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz. More information is available by calling (831) 423-4609 or visit us on the web at www.santacruzstateparks.org.

Redwood Loop Walk 11am. How do these grand redwoods grow to be so old? So tall? How are they important to humans? Join docent Doreen Devorah for this fun and informative guided half-mile stroll through a magnificent old-growth redwood forest. Stroller and wheelchair accessible. One hour. Meet at Big Basin Park Headquarters. Heavy rain cancels. 338-8861

Sunday, February 14
 

Heart Crowns Make a beautiful (or handsome) crown of hearts. Great for ages 2 to 10. Visit www.lollytreetoys.com for more details! Lolly Tree Toys, 240 Cathcart St, Downtown Santa Cruz. www.lollytreetoys.com. 713-5136

Romance in the Redwoods 12noon. Join docent Bill Rhoades on this fun Valentine’s Day walk. On this easy, 1.5-hour walk you’ll discover love in the wild and how plants and animals attract each other. Meet at Park Headquarters. Big Basin Redwoods State Park. Located 9 miles outside of Boulder Creek on Hwy 236 (831) 338-8861

Haiti Fundraiser Local Teen Bands- Jackie Rocks, Almost Chaos & Rapid Fire will be having a Valentine Show and Raffle-Fundraiser for Haiti. 5:30-8:30pm. Proceeds will go to the Red Cross. Cost $5. Raffle Prizes, Excellent Live Music and food. At the Boardwalk Bowl.
 

Monday, February 15

Parents & Toddlers Support 10:30am. See Feb 1.

Benefit Bingo: SLV High Sports 6pm. See Feb 1.

Divorced Fathers Network 7:30pm. See Feb 1.
 

Tuesday, February 16

Together in the Park/Juntos en el Parque 9am. See Feb 2.

Cafe Mom meets on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month. Location for 1st Tuesdays are 101 Madison St @ FBC Watsonville. Free childcare is available so you can enjoy uninterrupted adult conversation! Location for 3rd Tuesdays are playdates at rotating parks throughout mid to South County. Cafe Mom welcomes any mom! 724-1311

Youth Coalition Meeting 5pm. See Feb 2.

Birth Center Tour 6:30pm. See Feb 2.

Wednesday, February 17

Tiny Tots Skating Session 11:15am. See Feb 3.

Farmers Market: Santa Cruz 2:30pm. See Feb 3.

SC Public Skating Sessions 7:30pm. See Feb 3.

Thursday, February 18

Mothersong 9:15 and 10:30am. See Feb 4.

Together in the Park/Juntos en el Parque 10am. See Feb 4.

Reading Circle 11am. A half-an hour of some of our favorite stories. Best for ages 2 to 5. Lolly Tree Toys, 240 Cathcart St, Downtown Santa Cruz. www.lollytreetoys.com. 713-5136

Gateway Kindergarten Information Night 6:30pm. Parents are invited to learn about Gateway’s kindergarten program as the entry to our Kindergarten-8th grade school. Meet the kindergarten teachers and learn about our hands-on, thematic learning and enriched program. Gateway, a CAIS accredited independent K-8 school located on the Westside of Santa Cruz. Gateway School 126 Eucalyptus Avenue . RSVP or call for more information, Colleen at 423-0341 ext. 302. Application deadline: February 28, 2010.

Friday, February 19

Together in the Park/Juntos en el Parque 9am. See Feb 5.

Parents & Toddlers Support 10am. See Feb 5.

Free Noontime Tour of MAH See Feb 5.

Attachment Parenting Play Group See Feb 5.

Saturday, February 20
 

Annual Conference for Parents 8am - 2:30pm. This conference offered by the Pajaro Valley Unified School District will offer more than 20 workshops on various topics. These workshops will help parents support their children in their school education. Aside offered child care, a book, a light breakfast, lunch, and a community fair all absolutely FREE. Watsonville High School. 786-2100 Ext.2614

Soquel Knights Baseball Clinic TBall 9-11am, AA. AAA 11:30-1:30am. Major 2-4pm. $25 per player includes T-shirt and goodie bag. Soquel High School Varsity Field. Robert Zuniga 247-5234

Winter Wildflower Walk! 10am. Join docent Scott Peden to learn to identify the companion plants of the redwood forest. This is a wonderful way to enjoy the season in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Bring along a field guide if you have one. Saturday’s walk is a four-mile, four-hour walk. Sunday’s walk is a five-mile, five-hour walk. Rain cancels walk, but join us inside our warm Sempervirens Room for a fireside plant chat and flower slide show! Meet at Big Basin Park Headquarters. 338-8861
 

Sunday, February 21
 

Heart Bugs Create your own unique bugs out of colorful hearts. Send them to a friend or keep them for yourself. Visit www.lollytreetoys.com for more details. Lolly Tree Toys, 240 Cathcart St, Downtown Santa Cruz. www.lollytreetoys.com. 713-5136

Winter Wildflower Walk! 10am. See Feb 20.
 

Monday, February 22
 

Kirby Hosts Admissions & Campus Tours 9am. Feb 23rd at 2pm. Families are invited to an admissions information session and campus tour for prospective students in grades 6-12. Applications for 2010-2011 are currently being accepted. To rsvp go to www.tinyurl.com/kirbyrsvp/ or call (831) 423-0658×202 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School, 425 Encinal Street in Santa Cruz.

Parents & Toddlers Support 10:30am. See Feb 1.

Benefit Bingo: SLV High Sports 6pm. See Feb 1.

Divorced Fathers Network 7:30pm. See Feb 1.
 

Tuesday, February 23

Together in the Park/Juntos en el Parque 9am. See Feb 2.

Youth Coalition Meeting 5pm. See Feb 2.

Birth Center Tour 6:30pm. See Feb 2.

Parent Lecture: "How to talk to your children about Internet Safety" 7pm. With Lori Getz, Founder of Cyber Education Consultants. Spring Hill School, 250 California St., Santa Cruz. 427-2641

Wednesday, February 24

Tiny Tots Skating Session 11:15am. See Feb 3.

Farmers Market: Santa Cruz 2:30pm. See Feb 3.

SC Public Skating Sessions 7:30pm. See Feb 3.

Thursday, February 25

Mothersong 9:15 and 10:30am. See Feb 4.

Together in the Park/Juntos en el Parque 10am. See Feb 4.

Storytime 10-11am. FREE. We have partnered with Santa Cruz Libraries to create a Storytime at our store! Every 4th Thursday of the month a local librarian will read a book on a new topic and we will provide tasty snacks and crafts. To reserve your spot please sign up in our store or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Whole Foods Market, Capitola- 1710 41st Ave, Capitola.

Reading Circle 11am. A half-an hour of some of our favorite stories. Best for ages 2 to 5. Lolly Tree Toys, 240 Cathcart St, Downtown Santa Cruz. www.lollytreetoys.com. 713-5136

Friday, February 26
 

Together in the Park/Juntos en el Parque 9am. See Feb 5.

Parents & Toddlers Support 10am. See Feb 5.

Free Noontime Tour of MAH See Feb 5.

Attachment Parenting Play Group See Feb 5.

Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour 7pm. Different Shows Each Screening. Ignite your passion for adventure, action, and travel! The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour will exhilarate you with amazing big-screen stories. Journey to exotic locations, paddle the wildest waters, and climb the highest peaks. Benefits UCSC Wilderness Orientation Scholarship Fund & the UCSC Recreation Program. Rio Theatre. 459-2806

Saturday, February 27

Free Preschool screenings for Speech-Language and Occupational Therapy Call to schedule an appointment. Pediatric Therapy Center. 8050 Soquel Drive, Suite A, Aptos. 684-1804. www.ptc-sc.com

Morning in the Kindergarten 10am-noon. Come and learn about our unique approach to supporting the development of young children. Santa Cruz Waldorf School’s play-based, early childhood program provides children with the opportunity to explore the natural and social world at their own pace. Daily activities include circle time, singing, storytelling, gardening, cooking, and art. Your 3 to 6-year-old child is invited to explore our kindergarten while you meet our kindergarten teachers. 2190 Empire Grade, Santa Cruz. Call 831.425.0519 x222 to reserve a space. www.scwaldorf.org

Open House at The New High School Project 11am-1pm. The New High School Project is an independent, college preparatory school for students who may have struggled in a traditional educational environment. The New High School Project features specially-trained educators, a project based curriculum, and an innovative schedule. 2511 Numa Watson Rd, Seaside. 393-8004

Chartwell School Open House 11am – 1pm. This open house is a perfect opportunity to check out the unique learning environment at Chartwell School. Explore our award-winning green campus. Meet specially-trained educators. Learn about Chartwell\'s day school and summer school, arts and athletics programs, and free parent workshops. 2511 Numa Watson Rd, Seaside. 394-3468

Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour See Feb 26.

Sunday, February 28

Mardi- Gras Masks Make an extravagant feathered mask to celebrate Carnival! Visit www.lollytreetoys.com for more details. Lolly Tree Toys, 240 Cathcart St, Downtown Santa Cruz. www.lollytreetoys.com. 713-5136