Friends of the Scotts Valley Library

10/13/2026

SPOOKTOBER: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22
3:30pm to 5pm in the Fireside Room
Children and families are invited to the Scotts Valley Branch Library's fourth annual Spooktober Celebration, co-hosted by the Scotts Valley Library Friends!
At this terror-ific party, everyone can wear costumes, play games, win prizes, eat snacks, do fun arts and crafts, hear music and listen to stories with Librarian Emily. We will also have a face painter for those who want to spook up their costumes. Come and have a spooktacular time! Aimed at children ages 7 and under, accompanied by parents and/or caregivers

10/11/2026

THE VOTES ARE IN FOR NEXT YEAR'S OUR COMMUNITY READS SELECTION
Readers at three simultaneous voting parties selected The Music of Bees by Eileen Garvin. Her heartwarming debut novel explores themes of found family, second chances, bee wisdom, environmental activism and disability advocacy.
Beginning in late January, Santa Cruz Library Friends will host a series of events exploring the ideas in this book. Check out Our Community Webpage to sign up for Newsletters and stay informed of what’s to come. https://www.friendsofsantacruzlibraries.org/our-community-reads/

10/05/2026

BOOK SALE SATURDAY OCTOBER 10 10am to 3pm
Come to our book sale and stock up for winter! Gently used books, dvds, cds, audiobooks, puzzles and games will be sold. Find books on gardening, crafts, cooking, travel, history, nature, humor, and poetry. Fiction and nonfiction in all genres! Loads of children's, middle grade, and YA books. Purchase books for your teachers or school libraries! Cash, checks, cards, and ApplePay accepted. All proceeds benefit the activities and programs at the Scotts Valley Library.

09/29/2026

The Friends of the Scotts Valley Library are looking for a strong individual to help move heavy boxes of books on Friday, October 9th from 12:00-2:00. It might not take the full 2 hours, but you will be paid for the full two hours. Please DM us directly if you know someone who's interested.

09/29/2026

HELP SELECT THE 2027 BOOK FOR OUR COMMUNITY!
Come to our book voting party on October 8th in the Scotts Valley Fireside Room. Doors open at 6pm; the program begins at 6:30. You’ll watch four presentations that can help you make a decision on which book to vote for! This year we have four terrific options:
* The Music of the Bees by Eileen Garvin
* Shade by Sam Bloch
* The Tree Collectors by Amy Stewart
* California Against the Sea by Rosanna Xia
Reserve your spot for the Our Community Reads voting party in Scotts Valley. Two Scotts Valley Friends are presenting (Judi & Anne) https://santacruzpl.libnet.info/event/17221029
The evening will include light refreshments, courtesy of the Scotts Valley Library Friends.
p.s. There are two other voting parties the same night in other parts of the county — the Aptos Library and the Live Oak Library Annex (at the Simpkins Family Swim Center).

09/27/2026

ART RECEPTION SATURDAY OCT 3
Our latest art show features work from the Watercolor Class at the Scotts Valley Senior Center. Visit the library this Saturday from 2 to 4pm to meet the artists.
Light refreshments will be served in the Fireside Room.
Hosted by the Friends of the Scotts Valley Library

09/14/2026

Romancero! Concert of Ladino Songs, Saturday, September 19�3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cantor Mark Levy will perform traditional Jewish music at the Scotts Valley Library. Enjoy refreshments (courtesy of the Friends of the Scotts Valley Library) during his performance. Mark not only sings, but also accompanies himself on the Dombeck drum and guitar as a one man show.
Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome.

Cantor Mark Levy performs traditional Jewish music at the Scotts Valley Library. Enjoy refreshments during this unique performance.. Event starts at September 19, 2026 3:00 PM PDT

08/18/2026

Our Community Reads announces its short list for 2027 & invites you to come to a voting party on October 8th. Details and register here: https://www.friendsofsantacruzlibraries.org/our-community-reads/

08/12/2026

NEW TECH SERIES: Cyber-Seniors Digital Literacy
Sign up for this 10-week series and learn useful digital skills like using emergency features on your phone, all about smartwatches, podcasts made easy, music streaming, AI art, and more. 10:30am - noon Wednesdays at the Scotts Valley Library. Registration required. More info at:

A 12 week series on Wednesdays from 10:30AM-12PM that introduces foundational digital literacy concepts and teaches useful digital skills.. Event starts at August 19, 2026 10:30 AM PDT

08/02/2026

WRITING WORKSHOP: How to Start a Short Story
Two Saturdays, August 8 & August 15
10:30am - noon
In this two-part short story workshop, writers will explore how to shape a story from an initial idea into a more focused, compelling draft. Registration required.

In this two-part short story workshop, writers will explore how to shape a story from an initial idea into a more focused, compelling draft.. Event starts at August 8, 2026 10:30 AM PDT