Growing Up in Santa Cruz

Popcorn, Mascots and My First Santa Cruz Warriors Game

growingupsc — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:34:10 +0000

9-year-old Anaïs Kettmann shares her exciting first experience attending a Santa Cruz Warriors basketball game, from mascot sightings to meeting her principal.

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A Family Bike Adventure Across Europe

growingupsc — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:34:08 +0000

Join 11-year-old Coco Kettmann on a challenging and fruity 10-day family bike adventure from Germany to Prague, complete with flat tires and Czech treats.

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A Cat’s Journey to Zen

growingupsc — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:34:07 +0000

James Norbury's The Cat Who Taught Zen is a beautifully illustrated woodland tale that offers simple but profound Zen wisdom for both children and adults.

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MusicalMe Marks 30 Years of Making Music

growingupsc — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:34:06 +0000

MusicalMe celebrates 30 years of the Music Together program in Santa Cruz and Santa Clara counties, having served over 65,000 children and families since 1996.

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Every Child Deserves To Be Known

Tovah Petra Kolodinski — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:34:04 +0000

Discover why understanding a child's unique identity beyond a diagnosis is crucial for their development and well-being through relationship-based support.

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Turn Cooperation Into a Game

growingupsc — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:34:03 +0000

Learn how to use gamification to end power struggles with your children and foster connection through play.

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Scouts Building Bridges Across Continents

growingupsc — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:34:01 +0000

A local Rotarian initiates a Rotary International global grant to provide vocational training and clean water to the Ssaku Senior Secondary School in Uganda.

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New Amphitheaters Coming to SUESD Schools

growingupsc — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:34:00 +0000

Soquel Unified Elementary School District begins major campus upgrades including new amphitheaters, synthetic turf fields, and parking improvements.

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Why Children’s Dental Health Matters

growingupsc — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:33:59 +0000

Good oral health is essential for children's success in school and overall well-being. Learn why dental checkups and habits matter for your child's growth.

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Career Paws-ibilites in Animal Welfare

growingupsc — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:33:57 +0000

Explore rewarding careers in animal welfare, from veterinarians and animal control officers to volunteering at the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter.

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