News and Events - Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries

Pages and Popcorn: Hamnet at La Selva Beach Library

The La Selva Beach Library Friends invite you to a special book-to-movie event celebrating Maggie O’Farrell’s beloved novel Hamnet — […]

The 6th Annual Storybook Walk will pop up at Felton Discovery Park at the Felton Library June 1-30. Follow the

Behind the Face: An exhibit at the Aptos Branch Library. Attend the artist reception on Sat. May 16 with the

Have you seen it yet? A beautiful new mural has arrived at the Aptos Branch Library! Head out to the

Book lovers, mark your calendars! The Scotts Valley Library Friends Book Sale is THIS Saturday, May 9th from 10:00 AM

Big progress happening in the heart of downtown Santa Cruz! The second floor concrete pour is officially underway! The aerial

Last year, state funding provided by the California Library Services Act (CLSA) was reduced by 50%, to just $1.8 million

Santa Cruz Public Libraries is sharing exciting news from the world of local poetry: Vicky Arabella Tinnell, a senior at

What if your lunch break could feel like an escape? Every month, the Santa Cruz Public Library’s Downtown Branch opens

From April 16–26, 2026, Santa Cruz County will come alive with artistic energy as the Ripple Effect Arts Festival launches

Santa Cruz Public Libraries is hosting writer, poet, and grief psychotherapist Molly Salans at the Capitola Branch Library on Sunday,

If you’re looking for a peaceful escape this spring, look no further than the Scotts Valley Library. Now through June