BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260102T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260102T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20251230T180148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T180650Z UID:10000335-1767351600-1767369600@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Free Admission Day DESCRIPTION:Enjoy FREE admission to the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History every First Friday of the month! Explore hands-on exhibits\, dive into local nature and get to know the species that call this special place home. \nPlan Your Visit\nExplore Our Exhibits\n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/free-admission-day/2026-01-02/ LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States CATEGORIES:Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Education_manager_at_Museum_tidepool.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260105T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260106T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20251002T191444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T185634Z UID:10000282-1767603600-1767711600@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Winter Wonders Camp DESCRIPTION:Winter can be a wild time!\nJoin the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History this winter break to learn about the seasons\, the weather\, and how plants and animals adapt to survive the wintertime. Explore nature\, make art\, and play with new friends while learning about local natural history. For K-2nd Graders (5-7 Years Old) \nREGISTER\nThis is a 2 day Camp\, pro-rated to $160 \n\n—\nLimited Scholarships Available \nWe believe that every young explorer should have the opportunity to connect with nature. To help make Winter Camp accessible\, we offer a limited number of scholarships for families who may need financial assistance. If cost is a barrier\, we encourage you to apply! \nSCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION\nOur goal is to ensure that curiosity and passion for the natural world are never out of reach. \nPlease contact camp@santacruzmuseum.org with any questions. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/winter-camp/ LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States CATEGORIES:Camp ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/heic:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IMG_0024-scaled-e1759432970687.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260109T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260109T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20251224T075210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T000720Z UID:10000421-1767963600-1767969000@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Mobile Museums at the Watsonville Public Library DESCRIPTION:Visit us at the Watsonville Public Library every second Friday. Each month\, we feature a different Mobile Museum designed to inspire visitors to connect with the natural world through hands-on observation. We invite people of all ages to explore\, ask questions\, and engage directly with specimens through touch and close study. \nVisítenos en la Biblioteca Pública de Watsonville el segundo viernes de cada mes. Cada mes presentamos un Museo Móvil diferente\, diseñado para inspirar a los visitantes a conectarse con el mundo natural a través de la observación práctica. Invitamos a personas de todas las edades a explorar\, hacer preguntas e interactuar directamente con los ejemplares mediante el tacto y la observación detallada. \n__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \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 Services. \nEstos programas son financiados por el Programa de Subvenciones de Equidad al Aire Libre\, creado a través AB 209 y administrado por la Oficina de Subvenciones y Servicios Locales de Parque Estatales de California. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/mobile-museum-nocturnal-animals/ LOCATION:Watsonville Public Library\, 275 Main St STE 100\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260109T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20251114T002012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T172207Z UID:10000296-1767967200-1768150800@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Fungus Fair 2026 DESCRIPTION:Fungus season in Santa Cruz means celebration! Come to the Santa Cruz Fungus Fair to learn fascinating and fun facts about beautiful and diverse species of mushrooms!\nView remarkable mushroom arts and crafts\, taste unusual and exceptionally good fungal fare\, and experience FFSC’s overriding mission: “We keep the fun in fungus!” This unique Santa Cruz area tradition draws thousands of visitors each January\, so it’s recommended that you get your tickets in advance.\nLearn More   Purchase Tickets\nWant to volunteer? To be eligible for a FREE General Admission ticket to the Fungus Fair\, you must pre-register as a volunteer and work for at least one volunteer position (usually for a few hours\, depending on the role). Learn more and sign up today!\nFair Hours are Friday 2-5 PM  |  Saturday & Sunday 9 AM-5 PM URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/fungus-fair-2026/ LOCATION:London Nelson Community Center\, 301 Center St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/The-Great-Hall-at-the-Santa-Cruz-Fungus-Fair-e1765907288559.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T164500 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20251125T004743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T004743Z UID:10000302-1768644000-1768668300@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:LiMPETS Teacher Workshop DESCRIPTION:LiMPETS (Long-term Monitoring Program and Experiential Training for Students) is a community science program that takes students to coastal ecosystems of California’s national marine sanctuaries\, increasing awareness and stewardship of these critical habitats.\nYou Will Get: \n\nA 5-unit curriculum aligned with NGSS and Common Core\nHands-on training on all aspects of intertidal field science\nTools and staffing support for facilitating student community science and related research posters and community action projects\nA $100 stipend\n\nYour Students Will: \n\nGet outside!\nParticipate in community science and data analysis\nContribute to a 20+ year study\nConnect to and learn about coastal ecosystems\, climate change and positive actions we can take to protect our communities\nRocky Intertidal Monitoring Teacher Workshop\n\nREGISTER\nFOR: High school – college teachers\nWHEN: Saturday\, 1/17/26\, 10:00 AM-4:45 PM\nWHERE: The Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/limpets-teacher-workshop/ LOCATION:Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History\, 165 Forest Avenue\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States CATEGORIES:Educator Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Fossil-Photography-of-Capitolas-Cliffs.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260120T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260120T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20251224T064000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T000452Z UID:10000331-1768926600-1768932000@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Afterschool Activities: Arte del Corazón DESCRIPTION:Every third Tuesday of the month\, Watsonville community members are invited to Arte del Corazón (ADC)\, where our team will contribute a guided and interactive activity alongside existing programming. \nCada tercer martes del mes\, los miembros de la comunidad de Watsonville están invitados a Arte del Corazón (ADC)\, 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 Outdoor Equity Grants Program\, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks\, Office of Grants and Local Services. \nEstos programas son financiados por el Programa de Subvenciones de Equidad al Aire Libre\, creado a través AB 209 y administrado por la Oficina de Subvenciones y Servicios Locales de Parque Estatales de California. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/afterschool-activities-arte-del-corazon/2026-01-20/ LOCATION:Arte del Corazón\, 7 Hangar Way Unit B\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260124T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260124T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20260122T232427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T232427Z UID:10000433-1769252400-1769263200@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Mobile Museum at Patagonia DESCRIPTION:Come find us at Patagonia Outlet Santa Cruz! We will be sharing one of our Mobile Museum’s designed to inspire you to connect with the natural world through hands-on observation. We invite people of all ages to explore\, ask questions\, and engage directly with specimens through touch and close study. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/mobile-museum-at-patagonia/ LOCATION:Patagonia Outlet Santa Cruz\, 415 River St Ste C\, Santa Cruz\, 95060\, United States CATEGORIES:Mobile Museum ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/OEP-ocean-mobile-museum.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20251118T202921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T234852Z UID:10000299-1769259600-1769265000@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Member Meet-Up: Whale Disentanglement Talk DESCRIPTION:Join us for the member and volunteer exclusive\, behind-the-scenes look at a recent whale rescue in Monterey Bay. \nFeaturing powerful footage\, this presentation offers an immersive\, firsthand view of the teamwork\, precision\, and challenges involved in freeing entangled whales safely and effectively. \nThis event is for Museum Members only.\nREGISTRATION CLOSED URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/member-meet-up-whale-disentanglement-talk/ LOCATION:Benefit Conference Center\, 8142 Moss Landing Road\, Moss Landing\, 95039\, United States CATEGORIES:Lecture,Members Only,Volunteer Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/1600x900-Website-Event-Images-16.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20251127T003410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T004611Z UID:10000254-1769853600-1769860800@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Saturdays in the Soil DESCRIPTION:Every third Saturday of the month\, we invite volunteers to come together as a community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A-Park program. During this volunteering event\, you’ll get your hands dirty assisting with the maintenance of the park\, our pollinator garden\, and Pilkington Creek\, while gaining insights into local ecology\, native plants\, and sustainable gardening from Museum Gardener\, Laura Kummerer. \nJanuary’s event is scheduled to align with the annual Laura Hecox Day celebration. Saturday’s in the Soil will return to the third Saturday of the month in February\, on 2/21/2026. \n​Sign up via Volgistics or email volunteer@santacruzmuseum.org to register.\nWhat to Expect \n\nThis project requires volunteer support with general landscaping\, occasional watering\, weeding\, and replanting.\nPlease let us know if you need special accommodations when you email to RSVP.\nThis program happens rain or shine\, but we will cancel in the case of muddy conditions or inclement weather.\nAll ages are welcome; children under 14 require adult supervision. Volunteers under 18 require a parent/guardian to sign waivers. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/saturdays-in-the-soil-january-2026/ LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/A8I7856-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20251223T233910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T230106Z UID:10000329-1769857200-1769875200@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Laura Hecox Day 2026 DESCRIPTION:Continuing a tradition that began in 2016\, the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History will celebrate the birthday of its founder\, Santa Cruz naturalist and lightkeeper\, Laura Hecox\, at this special open house. The outdoor event will include Victorian-era activities\, community partners\, historians\, and the 2026 Laura Hecox Naturalist award presentation. \n  \nProgram: \n\n10am-5pm: FREE Museum Admission\n10am-12pm: Saturdays in the Soil Volunteer Gardening\n11am: Naturalist Award Presentation of Donna Meyers\n11am-4pm: Community Partners and Open House\n\nProgram Events and Partners \n\nMuseum Collections Pop-Up\nRock ID station with UCSC’s Earth and Planetary Sciences\nUCSC’s SACNAS\nCity of Santa Cruz \nUCSC’s WiSE\nSanta Cruz Libraries\nSean Mohoot\, tintype photographer\nO’Neill Sea Odyssey\nVictorian era crafts\, activities and tintypes\n\n  \nSpecial thanks to Lulu Carpenters for supporting this event. We’re thankful for their partnership and their commitment to our museum community. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/laura-hecox-day-2026-2/ LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States CATEGORIES:Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/laura-hecox-at-coast-e1766790792290.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260131T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260131T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20260121T181330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T171726Z UID:10000428-1769860800-1769875200@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Rockin' Pop Up! 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 during our Laura Hecox Day celebration! \nWhat can you bring: Rocks\, fossils\, gems\, and minerals are all 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. \nTime: There will be no formal presentation\, so drop-by anytime between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/rockin-pop-up-3/ LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States CATEGORIES:Pop-Up ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Geology-Rock-Box-Collection-scaled-e1637266468448-2048x1152-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20251230T203954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T215354Z UID:10000344-1770314400-1770319800@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Naturalist Night: Lichens 101 DESCRIPTION:Lichens are all around us\, yet they are often overlooked and misunderstood. \nJoin lichen expert Ken Kellman for an engaging evening exploring these fascinating organisms\, beginning with an introductory lecture followed by a hands-on lichen identification session. \nParticipants will examine a variety of local lichen species using dissecting microscopes and learn how to observe key features used in lichen identification. This interactive program is perfect for curious beginners and nature lovers looking to deepen their understanding of the living world around them. \nThis program is FULL. Join the waitlist by emailing info@santacruzmuseum.org \nLight refreshments will be served. \nInterested in continuing the lichen fun? This lecture pairs perfectly with our guided lichen walk led by Ken on February 14. \nKen Kellman is a member of the California Lichen Society and the volunteer curator of lichens and bryophytes at the herbarium in the Kenneth Norris Center for Natural History at UC Santa Cruz. \nDate & Time: Thursday\, February 5\, 2026 | 6–7:30 pmLocation: Santa Cruz Museum of Natural HistoryCapacity: 55 participantsTicket Price: $12Member Discount: $5 off ticket priceAge Limit: Open to ages 7+. Youth must be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\nFungus February programming presented with support from UCSC’s The Humanities Institute\, featuring Entangled Life: How Fungi Make our Worlds\, Change our Minds\, and Shape our Futures by British mycologist Merlin Sheldrake for this year’s Deep Read program. Learn More. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/naturalist-night-lichens-101/ LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States CATEGORIES:Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/1600x900-Website-Event-Images-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20251230T180148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T180650Z UID:10000336-1770375600-1770393600@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Free Admission Day DESCRIPTION:Enjoy FREE admission to the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History every First Friday of the month! Explore hands-on exhibits\, dive into local nature and get to know the species that call this special place home. \nPlan Your Visit\nExplore Our Exhibits\n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/free-admission-day/2026-02-06/ LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States CATEGORIES:Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Education_manager_at_Museum_tidepool.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20251230T204517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T212810Z UID:10000345-1770397200-1770408000@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Fungus February First Friday DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a fun-gi First Friday at the Museum!\nOur Fungus February First Friday invites you to dive into the fascinating world of fungi and the vital role they play in our local ecosystems. From underground networks to above-ground marvels\, this evening celebrates the weird\, wonderful\, and essential world of mushrooms. \nConnect with artists\, mycologists\, and community partners who study\, steward\, and share the magic of fungi. Enjoy hands-on activities\, refreshments\, free museum admission\, and special seasonal items in the Museum Store. An open bar will be available for guests 21+. \nGuests are welcome to bring mushrooms or lichen they’ve found to be identified by knowledgeable experts. \nThis First Friday\, we’re partnering with: \n\n\nFerd Bergholz\, artist \n\n\nSarah Brother Bot\, artist \n\n\nAle Padron\, artist \n\n\nAndrea Dingledein\, artist \n\n\nFungus Federation of Santa Cruz \n\nLiv Fragiacomo\, ecologist\n\nFar West Fungi\, mushroom tea sampling \n\n…and more!\n\nDate & Time: Friday\, February 6\, 2026 | 5–8 pmLocation: Santa Cruz Museum of Natural HistoryAdmission: FreeAges: All ages welcome \nCome celebrate the hidden kingdom beneath our feet and kick off Fungus February with a night of science\, art\, and community. \n\nFungus February programming presented with support from UCSC’s The Humanities Institute\, featuring Entangled Life: How Fungi Make our Worlds\, Change our Minds\, and Shape our Futures by British mycologist Merlin Sheldrake for this year’s Deep Read program. Learn More. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/3204/ LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States CATEGORIES:Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/1600x900-Website-Event-Images-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20251212T204436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T184541Z UID:10000328-1770460200-1770476400@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Discovering and Drawing Fungi DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about mushrooms and how to identify and differentiate between various species. We will discuss mushroom picking and collecting etiquette\, and various ways of identifying fungus genus and species – by shape\, parts\, and anatomy of a mushroom\, color\, smell\, and tree associations! Participants will have time to explore\, find\, and closely observe and identify various fungi. \nAfter the walk\, participants will return to the Museum\, where they will select a couple of mushrooms to study more closely and learn how to draw their specimens. Using the mushrooms they collected\, they will learn how to closely observe key features such as shape\, texture\, gills\, stems\, and overall form\, and translate those details into a scientific-style drawing. Everyone will go home with a completed drawing of their mushroom or mushrooms from the day. \nProgram Fee: $45 | $5 Off for Museum Members\nMaterials: All art materials are included in the class fee.\nCapacity: 20\nAges: Open to ages 7+. Youth must be accompanied by an adult. \nEVENT REGISTRATION FULL\nPlease email info@santacruzmuseum.org to be added to the waitlist for this program. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \nAbout the Instructor: Sarah Brothers Bot \nSarah Brothers Bot studied biology in college but after discovering the arts\, pursued a Bachelors degree in in Fine Art and Graphic Design\, and a Masters in Community Arts Management and Arts Education. Sarah has held leadership positions in non-profit arts and education organizations nation-wide.  For the past 14 years\, as Arts Education Director for Arts Council Santa Cruz County\, Sarah has developed arts education programs that meet educational\, socio-emotional\, and artistic needs for youth from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and has created systems for sustainable programming. \nIllustration featured in The Art of Nature 2025 Exhibit by Sarah Brothers Bot. \n  \n  About the Instructor: Liv Fragiacomo \nLiv Fragiacomo is a microbial community ecologist finishing up their Master’s at San Jose State University. They led our 2025 Fungus February hikes and our Redwoods Revival series. A lover of all things plants and microbes\, their background is in plant disease ecology. They love making zines for their walks while helping others connect with the unique natural history of Santa Cruz County. \n\nFungus February programming presented with support from UCSC’s The Humanities Institute\, featuring Entangled Life: How Fungi Make our Worlds\, Change our Minds\, and Shape our Futures by British mycologist Merlin Sheldrake for this year’s Deep Read program. Learn More. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/mushroom-walk/ LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States CATEGORIES:Nature Walk,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Mushroom-Walk-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260207T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260207T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20260123T234306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T234315Z UID:10000435-1770462000-1770469200@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Mobile Museum at World Wetlands Day DESCRIPTION:Come find us at Hope Park\, Watsonville! Celebrate World Wetlands Day with hands-on habitat restoration\, live music\, and fun\, educational activities for all ages. \n¡Ven a encontrarnos en Hope Park\, Watsonville! Celebra el Día Mundial de los Humedales con restauración de hábitat\, música en vivo y actividades divertidas y educativas para todas las edades. \n________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nThe event will be outdoors.  \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 Services. \nEstos programas son financiados por el Programa de Subvenciones de Equidad al Aire Libre\, creado a través AB 209 y administrado por la Oficina de Subvenciones y Servicios Locales de Parque Estatales de California. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/mobile-museum-at-world-wetlands-day/ LOCATION:Hope Park\, 76 Hope Dr\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States CATEGORIES:Mobile Museum,Vamos Afuera ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Wetland-Walk-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T233000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20251118T194315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T001905Z UID:10000298-1770719400-1770766200@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Toddler Tumble Time: Marine Animals DESCRIPTION:Learn about the variety of marine organisms ! We’ll showcase fascinating artifacts\, including unique marine shells\, shark teeth\, and much more. This mobile museum will give you a closer look at the animals that make our bay so special. \n¡Aprende sobre la variedad de organismos marinos! Mostraremos fascinantes artefactos\, incluyendo conchas marinas únicas\, dientes de tiburón y mucho más. Este museo móvil le ofrecerá una mirada más cercana a los animales que hacen que nuestra bahía sea tan especial. \n\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 Services. \nEstos programas son financiados por el Programa de Subvenciones de Equidad al Aire Libre\, creado a través AB 209 y administrado por la Oficina de Subvenciones y Servicios Locales de Parque Estatales de California. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/toddler-tumble-time-marine-animals/ LOCATION:Watsonville Public Library\, 275 Main St STE 100\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/OEP-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20251224T063453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T171027Z UID:10000427-1770739200-1770746400@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Afterschool Activities: Somos Watsonville DESCRIPTION:Every second Tuesday of the month\, Watsonville community members are invited to Somos Watsonville\, where our team will contribute a guided and interactive activity alongside existing programming. \nCada tercer martes del mes\, los miembros de la comunidad de Watsonville están 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 Outdoor Equity Grants Program\, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks\, Office of Grants and Local Services. \nEstos programas son financiados por el Programa de Subvenciones de Equidad al Aire Libre\, creado a través AB 209 y administrado por la Oficina de Subvenciones y Servicios Locales de Parque Estatales de California. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/afterschool-activities-somos-watsonville/2026-02-10/ LOCATION:SOMOS Watsonville\, 112 E Beach St.\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20251212T203447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T001200Z UID:10000327-1771063200-1771070400@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Little World of Lichen Walk DESCRIPTION:Lichens are all around\, yet seldom understood. Join us for an introductory walk where we will look closely at a variety of lichen species and learn to better understand their unique qualities. \nThe walk will be led by Ken Kellman\, a member of the California Lichen Society and volunteer curator of lichens and bryophytes at the herbarium in the Kenneth Norris Center for Natural History at UCSC. \nClass Fee: $25 | $5 Off for Museum Members\nCapacity: 20 people\nAges: Open to ages 7+. Youth must be accompanied by an adult.\nAccessibility: Walk will span less than a mile and include lots of stops for lichen observation. \n  \n  \nEVENT REGISTRATION FULL\nPlease email info@santacruzmuseum.org to be added to the waitlist for this program. \n\nFungus February programming presented with support from UCSC’s The Humanities Institute\, featuring Entangled Life: How Fungi Make our Worlds\, Change our Minds\, and Shape our Futures by British mycologist Merlin Sheldrake for this year’s Deep Read program. Learn More. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/lichen-walk/ LOCATION:Wilder Ranch State Park\, 1401 Coast Road\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States CATEGORIES:Nature Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Lichen-Walk-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260214T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260214T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20260123T004800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T004800Z UID:10000434-1771066800-1771083000@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Mobile Museum at the Migration Festival DESCRIPTION:Have you noticed different species in Santa Cruz in different seasons? From monarchs to birds to whales\, the wildlife of our region is ever-changing as migrating animals move through or come to stay for a season. Head on over to Natural Bridges today to enjoy the Annual Migration Festival from 11am-3:30pm to learn more about these important rhythms of nature. Be sure to stop by the Museum’s table! URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/mobile-museum-at-the-migration-festival/ LOCATION:Natural Bridges State Beach\, 2531 W Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States CATEGORIES:Mobile Museum ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Elephant-Seals-Ano-Nuevo-February-13-2024_7275-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260215T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260215T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20260109T214852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T005326Z UID:10000346-1771153200-1771160400@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Fungi Natural Dye Techniques DESCRIPTION:This hands-on workshop introduces natural dyeing with plants and fungi\, including mushroom-based dyes. Participants will learn basic folding techniques\, experiment with multiple dye baths\, and explore how pH modifiers like vinegar and baking soda affect color. The workshop also includes a brief demonstration on working with natural charcoal and draws inspiration from traditional dye practices. \nThis Event is FULL\nTo join the waitlist email info@santacruzmuseum.org\n  \nAccessibility and LogisticsThis program will take place at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Please wear clothing you don’t mind getting dirty\, as we will be working with natural dyes. \nParking is available on site and along surrounding streets. The museum includes accessible restrooms\, and the program space is wheelchair accessible. If you have specific access needs or questions in advance\, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help. \nMain Audience: GeneralCapacity: 20 participantsTicket Price: $40Discounts: $5 museum member discount; youth and student tickets are $35Age Limit: 10+. Youth must be accompanied by an adult.Location: Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History \n\nFungus February programming presented with support from UCSC’s The Humanities Institute\, featuring Entangled Life: How Fungi Make our Worlds\, Change our Minds\, and Shape our Futures by British mycologist Merlin Sheldrake for this year’s Deep Read program. Learn More. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/fungi-natural-dye-techniques/ LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/1600x900-Website-Event-Images-25.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20260205T170105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T170144Z UID:10000437-1771513200-1771520400@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Family Fun at Far West Fungi DESCRIPTION:Join us for a family-friendly event! Design a wearable mushroom cap at Far West Fungi with the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/family-fun-at-far-west-fungi/ LOCATION:far west fungi\, 224 Laurel St APT A101\, Santa Cruz\, 95060\, United States CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/musrhoom-hats-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20251127T005303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T005858Z UID:10000312-1771668000-1771675200@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Saturdays in the Soil DESCRIPTION:Every third Saturday of the month\, we invite volunteers to come together as a community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A-Park program. During this volunteering event\, you’ll get your hands dirty assisting with the maintenance of the park\, our pollinator garden\, and Pilkington Creek\, while gaining insights into local ecology\, native plants\, and sustainable gardening from Museum Gardener\, Laura Kummerer. \nSaturdays in the Soil happen every third Saturday of the month. \n​Sign up via Volgistics or email volunteer@santacruzmuseum.org to register.\nWhat to Expect \n\nThis project requires volunteer support with general landscaping\, occasional watering\, weeding\, and replanting.\nPlease let us know if you need special accommodations when you email to RSVP.\nThis program happens rain or shine\, but we will cancel in the case of muddy conditions or inclement weather.\nAll ages are welcome; children under 14 require adult supervision. Volunteers under 18 require a parent/guardian to sign waivers. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/saturdays-in-the-soil-february-2026/ LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/1600x900-Website-Event-Images-21.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T133000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20260219T180520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T180520Z UID:10000449-1771671600-1771680600@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Mobile Museum at Bay View Elementary School: Fiesta de las Artes DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun day filled with art activities at Bay View Elementary School for Fiesta de las Artes! \nBe sure to stop by the Museum’s table to have some fun with nature themed arts and crafts. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/mobile-museum-at-bay-view-elementary-school-fiesta-de-las-artes/ LOCATION:Bay View Elementary\, 1231 Bay St\, Santa Cruz\, 95060\, United States CATEGORIES:Mobile Museum ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-19-100126.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20251224T073613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T001001Z UID:10000415-1771948800-1771956000@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Afterschool Activities: Environmental Science Workshop DESCRIPTION:Every fourth Tuesday of the month\, Watsonville community members are invited to the Environmental Science Workshop (ESW)\, where our team will contribute a guided and interactive activity alongside existing programming. \nCada cuarto martes del mes\, los miembros de la comunidad de Watsonville están invitados al Taller de Ciencias Ambientales (ESW)\, 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 Outdoor Equity Grants Program\, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks\, Office of Grants and Local Services. \nEstos programas son financiados por el Programa de Subvenciones de Equidad al Aire Libre\, creado a través AB 209 y administrado por la Oficina de Subvenciones y Servicios Locales de Parque Estatales de California. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/afterschool-activities-environmental-science-workshop/2026-02-24/ LOCATION:Environmental Science Workshop\, 120 2nd St.\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20260206T181755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T181755Z UID:10000445-1772040600-1772047800@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Mobile Museum at Landmark Elementary School DESCRIPTION:Visit us at Landmark Elementary School for a fun evening filled with hands-on science activities for students and families to explore together! \n¡Visítenos en la Escuela Primaria Landmark para disfrutar de una noche divertida llena de actividades científicas para que estudiantes y familias exploren juntos! \n______________________________________________________________________________________ \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 Services. \nEstos programas son financiados por el Programa de Subvenciones de Equidad al Aire Libre\, creado a través AB 209 y administrado por la Oficina de Subvenciones y Servicios Locales de Parque Estatales de California. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/mobile-museum-at-landmark-elementary-school/ LOCATION:Landmark Elementary School\, 235 Ohlone Pkwy\, Watsonville\, 95076\, United States CATEGORIES:Mobile Museum,Vamos Afuera ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2025FungusFair_7-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260306T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260306T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20251230T180148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T180650Z UID:10000337-1772794800-1772812800@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Free Admission Day DESCRIPTION:Enjoy FREE admission to the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History every First Friday of the month! Explore hands-on exhibits\, dive into local nature and get to know the species that call this special place home. \nPlan Your Visit\nExplore Our Exhibits\n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/free-admission-day/2026-03-06/ LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States CATEGORIES:Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Education_manager_at_Museum_tidepool.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260306T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260306T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20260202T224851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T195339Z UID:10000436-1772816400-1772827200@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Herpetology First Friday DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a Herpetology Happy Hour!\nThis month we’re celebrating the slimy\, scaled\, and slithering inhabitants of our local ecosystems. Connect with artists\, scientists\, and community partners who study\, steward\, and protect amphibians and reptiles. Enjoy live animals\, hands-on activities\, refreshments\, free museum admission\, and special seasonal items in the Museum Store. An open bar will be available for guests 21+. \nCommunity Partners include: \n\n\nBay Area Herpetological Society  \n\nUS Bureau of Land Management\, Wildlife Biology Program\nUCSCs Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Program\n… and more!\n\nAdmission: FreeAges: All ages welcome \n  URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/herpetology-first-friday/ LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States CATEGORIES:First Friday,Open House ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/herpetology-First-Friday-snake.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260310T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260310T114000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20250421T025921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T001934Z UID:10000147-1773138600-1773142800@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Toddler Tumble Time: Entomology DESCRIPTION:Come for Toddler Tumble Time. We will have diverse specimens to share with everyone! Specifically\, we will be showcasing our entomology collections. \nOpen to Watsonville Residents \nVenga a disfrutar la Hora de Toddler Tumble cada segundo martes del mes. ¡Tendremos diversos ejemplares para compartir con todos! Mostraremos nuestras colecciones de entomología. \n\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 Services. \nEstos programas son financiados por el Programa de Subvenciones de Equidad al Aire Libre\, creado a través AB 209 y administrado por la Oficina de Subvenciones y Servicios Locales de Parque Estatales de California. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/family-fun-embossed-copper-prints-copy/ LOCATION:Watsonville Public Library\, 275 Main St STE 100\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/entomology-drawer-butterflies.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260310T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260310T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161738 CREATED:20251224T063453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T171027Z UID:10000412-1773158400-1773165600@santacruzmuseum.org SUMMARY:Afterschool Activities: Somos Watsonville DESCRIPTION:Every second Tuesday of the month\, Watsonville community members are invited to Somos Watsonville\, where our team will contribute a guided and interactive activity alongside existing programming. \nCada tercer martes del mes\, los miembros de la comunidad de Watsonville están 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 Outdoor Equity Grants Program\, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks\, Office of Grants and Local Services. \nEstos programas son financiados por el Programa de Subvenciones de Equidad al Aire Libre\, creado a través AB 209 y administrado por la Oficina de Subvenciones y Servicios Locales de Parque Estatales de California. URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/afterschool-activities-somos-watsonville/2026-03-10/ LOCATION:SOMOS Watsonville\, 112 E Beach St.\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/3.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR