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Santa Cruz Juneteenth 2024

Laurel Park 301 Center Street, Santa CRuz, CA, United States
Join us at Santa Cruz Juneteenth on June 15, 2024 at Laurel Park for a vibrant celebration of African American heritage. Enjoy live music, basketball clinics, soul food, a parade – all honoring the spirit of Freedom. This is a FREE event for the Black community and its allies. Save the date and spread the […]
FREE
Event Series Diversity Center – Queer and Trans Yoga Hosted by Sapphire Collective

Diversity Center – Queer and Trans Yoga Hosted by Sapphire Collective

The Diversity Center 1117 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, United States
This is a trauma-sensitive, all-levels, all-bodies/abilities class taught by a rotating queer-identifying yoga teacher each week. We highlight self nurturance through yoga asana and meditation, a somatic and mindfulness healing practice that resources us for our own resilience as well as community care. No prior yoga experience necessary. Ultimately, this is a brave space for […]
$10 – $20
Event Series Senior Tuesdays: July

Walk it OUT Wednesday! Quarterly Walking Group for LGBTQ+ seniors and allies @ the Watsonville Senior Center

Watsonville Senior Center 114 E Fifth St, Watsonville, CA, United States
Program offering Description: The Diversity Center invites LGBTQ+ Seniors and allies to Walk it OUT Wednesdays, a Quarterly Walking Group at the Watsonville Senior Center. The Diversity Center will provide free lunch by Erik’s DeliCafé to participants who create an account with the City of Watsonville and RSVP here. Lunch includes items such as a […]
Free

CORE Training: Developing Your Programmatic Approach & Evaluation Strategy // Desarrollando su enfoque programático y estrategia de evaluación

Virtual Via Zoom
Register here // Inscríbase en: https://bit.ly/CORE-RFP-Training-June18 Join us for this structured training where we will lead interactive discussions and guided activities on how to: Use your theory of change and logic model to describe your proposed program (who you will serve, activities or services, needs and inequities your program addresses, etc.) in relation to a specific […]
Free

ADVANCING THE SCIENCE: THE LATEST IN ALZHEIMER’S AND DEMENTIA RESEARCH

Dignity Wellness Center 21340 E Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Featuring Claire Day, Chief Program Officer, Alzheimer’s Association Northern California and Northern Nevada Alzheimer’s is a global health problem with more than 6 million people living with the disease in the U.S. alone. Tremendous gains have been made in the understanding of the science and basic biology underlying Alzheimer’s and other dementias. These advances are […]
Free

Cultivating Trans Joy Diversity Center group

Virtual -, -
Cultivating Trans Joy is a community group for trans and non-binary young adults ages 18 – 30 to engage in reflection, discussion, and activities focused on cultivating joy and wellbeing. This monthly group meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month, and is facilitated by trans educator and advocate, Emmett Griffith (he/him). Please reach out […]
Free

June Succession Planning

Capitola Public Library 2005 Wharf Rd, Capitola, CA, United States
Join us for an insightful discussion on June Succession Planning with Willy Elliott-McCrea and Sharon Papo, where we’ll  talk about succession planning and holding steady with fundraising and leadership through executive transitions. Thursday | June 20, 2024 @ 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM Don’t miss out on this opportunity. Register now HERE to secure your […]

Coming back for thirds – Summer Solstice Sundae Social for NPC Members and Allies by Invitation, only

Rooftop at the Community Foundation Santa Cruz County 7807 Soquel Dr, Aptos, CA, United States
Coming back for thirds! NPC Members and Allies are invited to join us on the rooftop of the Community Foundation to de-stress, eat ice cream sundaes, and connect with your fellow nonprofit folks, allies, local funders, and invited guests for an afternoon of fun, sweetness, and perhaps a touch of silliness. Please contact us if […]
FREE

CORE Request for Proposals (RFP) Applicants’ Conference

Virtual Via Zoom
Hosted by: Santa Cruz County Human Services Department (HSD) The purpose of this virtual optional meeting is to review the RFP, gather questions, and respond to initial questions regarding the RFP document. This event will be conducted in English only. The recording and materials will be available in English on HSD’s website after the event. […]
Free

Drag Bingo & Lotería with Raíces y Cariño and The Diversity Center

Raíces y Cariño 1205 Freedom Blvd Unit 3B, Watsonville, CA, United States
Raíces y Cariño and The Diversity Center invite you to join us for Family Friendly Drag Bingo & Lotería in Watsonville. This vibrant and inclusive event celebrates diversity and community through fun and engaging bingo and lotería games hosted by three fabulous Drag artists: Little Miss Caffeine, Rogue Roulette, and Xinistra Gl’Amour. Join us for […]
Free

Liberation Paddle Out 2024

Cowell Beach Pacific Ave and Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Black Surf Santa Cruz is hosting our fourth annual Liberation Paddle Out event in commemoration of Juneteenth at Cowell Beach. The Liberation Paddle Out is a celebration inviting both BSSC members and the general public for a day out on the ocean. The LPO is a free event and a full day of fun including: […]
FREE

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