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SUMMARY:Mi Casa es Tu Casa Exhibition Closing
DESCRIPTION:Join us in making observations of an owl pellet and exploring its dissected contents as we celebrate the closing of Mi Casa es Tu Casa: Rooted in Remembrance. \nAcompáñanos a observar un egagrópila de búho y explorar su contenido disecado mientras celebramos el cierre de Mi Casa es Tu Casa: Enraizados en el Recuerdo. \n\nJoin our free programs\, connect with science and nature\, and have fun with your family and friends. Share this invitation and join our community! To receive email reminders about upcoming programs and events in Watsonville\, subscribe to our monthly newsletter below. These programs are open to Watsonville residents. \nVenga a disfrutar de nuestros programas gratuitos\, conéctese con la ciencia y la naturaleza\, y diviértase con su familia y amigos. ¡Comparta esta invitación y únase a nuestra comunidad! Para recibir notificaciones sobre los próximos programas y eventos en Watsonville\, suscríbase a nuestro boletín mensual.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/mi-casa-es-tu-casa-exhibition-closing/
LOCATION:Pajaro Valley Arts\, 280 Main Street\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Vamos Afuera
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SUMMARY:Holiday Sale and Art Market
DESCRIPTION:Looking for locally made\, nature-inspired gifts this holiday season? \nJoin us for the Museum’s Holiday Sale and Art Market\, featuring a curated selection of art\, jewelry\, home décor\, prints\, and more from over 20 local artists and makers whose work celebrates nature and natural history\, including Kiwi Cyr\, Hannah Caisse\, Kylene Gilmore\, Donna Thomas\, Sarah Brothers Bot\, Amy Moon\, Pajaro Valley Arts\, Katy Peterson\, Polly Goldman\, and Maria Amorette Klos. It’s the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind gifts inspired by the natural world. \nEnjoy free admission all day while you explore our exhibits\, sip complimentary hot cider\, and browse even more treasures in the Museum Store as part of our annual Holiday Sale. You’ll find storewide discounts\, gift cards for nature lovers\, and extra savings for Museum Members. Membership gift certificates will also be available—give the gift of connection to nature! \nSupport local artists\, discover something beautiful\, and celebrate the season with us—rain or shine!
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/winter-art-market/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open House
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SUMMARY:Nature-Inspired Block Printing
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT! Contact info@santacruzmuseum.org to join the waitlist\nCelebrate the season with creativity\, craft\, and sustainable spirit. In this hands-on workshop\, participants will learn the basics of printmaking and design and carve their own natural-history-inspired printing blocks using soft-cut linoleum. \nUse your custom stamps to print beautiful\, one-of-a-kind tea towels perfect for holiday gifting. You’ll also have the option to create your own sustainable wrapping paper and gift bags\, turning your prints into a full eco-friendly gift set. You’ll take your hand-carved block home with you\, so you can keep printing long after the workshop ends. \nNo prior experience required. Participants will have a completed art piece to take home at the conclusion of the workshop. Open to all ages and experience levels. All supplies included. \nWe’ll keep things cozy with mulled wine\, hot cider\, and plenty of holiday cheer as we craft together in a festive\, relaxed atmosphere. \nSOLD OUT! Contact info@santacruzmuseum.org to join the waitlist\nClass Fee: $35 – Museum Members receive a special discounted price applied at checkout. All materials included in the class fee. \nAbout the Instructor: Beck Hong – Since joining the team in 2024\, Beck has had the pleasure of documenting and sharing the many wonders of the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Before settling in Santa Cruz\, Beck could be found studying printmaking at SAIC in Chicago\, working on film sets in Honolulu\, or wandering the Pacific Northwest. Now rooted on California’s central coast\, they spend their time making videos at the museum\, reading under shady trees\, and searching tide pools for nudibranchs. \nAccessibility & Info – This program takes place indoors at the Museum. Please note that printmaking involves hand tools and materials that may get messy\, so casual attire is recommended. If you have any specific accessibility needs or questions\, contact us in advance so we can accommodate you.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/nature-inspired-block-printing/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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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-december-2025/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History\, 1305 East Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Event
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SUMMARY:Member Meetup: Winter Solstice Sea Star Search
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT! Contact info@santacruzmuseum.org to join the waitlist\nJoin us for this 2-hour program exploring some of Santa Cruz’s most vibrant tide pools! \nGuided by nature educator Anne Cassell\, participants will join us for a winter solstice celebration focused on finding sea stars\, which play a vital role in our coastal ecosystems. Using iNaturalist\, participants will share their sea star observations and contribute to the world’s largest global biodiversity dataset. \nThis event is for Museum Members only.\nSOLD OUT! Contact info@santacruzmuseum.org to join the waitlist\nFYIs & Accessibility Info \n\nWe recommend downloading the iNaturalist application before the program begins if you would like to document any sea stars you see with the iNaturalist application.\nPlease let the parking kiosk know you are with the SC Museum of Natural History group to receive complimentary parking. Free parking is also available on surrounding streets. You may need to walk a little way to reach the meeting location.\nPlease plan to bring any water and snacks you will want during the program.\nThis program runs rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for all weather and a light walk on some uneven areas.\nFacilities: There are 2 unisex restrooms and a drinking fountain located near the parking lot.
URL:https://santacruzmuseum.org/event/winter-solstice-sea-star-search/
LOCATION:Natural Bridges State Beach\, 2531 W Cliff Drive\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members Only,Nature Walk
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