The annual Summer Reading Program runs June through July at the Santa Cruz Public Libraries, and is all about supporting summer learning through reading, programs, and events. Community members are encouraged to sign up and track how much they read this summer. There are prizes and programs for all ages.Read More →

Pediatricians group says it told the White House that schools need resources to ensure safe openings By Louis Freedberg, EdSource (reprinted with permission from EdSource) In a fierce rebuttal to the Trump administration’s push for all children to return to school in the fall in the face of spreading coronavirusRead More →

Daily Tuesday through Thursday (USDA 4th Mondays). Valley Churches United. Tues-Thurs 9-11:45. 1st and 3rd Fridays 9-11 are for seniors only. USDA Distribution on 4th Monday 10-1. For SLV, Scotts Valley, and Bonny Doon residents. Ben Lomond, corner of Highway 9 across from Ben Lomond Market, 336-8258. Food distribution. MealsRead More →

Press Release Santa Cruz County, CA – Santa Cruz County Health Officer Dr. Gail Newel on Tuesday issued a new order removing local restrictions on lodging operators, allowing hotels, motels and vacation rentals to resume business activities in accordance with State guidelines effective Friday, June 12. The County was previouslyRead More →