The freedom library is a great asset to the community because I want libraries to stay open. This…read morebranch is clean, relatively quiet and well lit. I have made use of their collection of books. Although it's a very small library there's tons of space. A lot of people come here to read or study, I work close by so if I arrive a little early before my shift starts. Luckily there are NO offense smells or groups., despite the typical random person walking in that can't pronounce the word "library" (LAAAH-berry???) seriously?!?! The staff here for the most part is generally knowledgeable and friendly, they can help you find any book if you can't find it . I mainly go the the main library downtown, but when I can't I come here instead - thank you

Everyone seems very friendly and helpful here, which is pleasant. Everything appears organized and…read moreclean. It is a smaller library with a surprising amount of traffic in and out of the place. It is definitely not a place for quietness or solitude, however, it still beats working at the Starbucks across the street. I docked a star mostly because I was disappointed at the noise level. I came here to study and even the employees behind the desk talk at a volume that I personally found disruptive even with headphones on. On the plus side, I am happy to see the library being used.

The La Selva Beach Library is a wonderful community resource. The recently renovated space is…read morelight and well designed. The children's section is well stocked and invites young readers to engage with the space and materials. The staff is welcoming and knowledgeable. While the library is on the smaller side, materials can be brought in from other SCPL locations and online materials (ebooks, audiobooks, documentaries etc) are available through various apps like Libby and Kanopy.

California libraries are the place to stock up on music from bygone eras. Use the website to have…read moreyour cds delivered to this branch if this is closest to your home. Also, you can use the new Santa Cruz public library "SCPLgo" application from the App Store of your choice if you would like to use your smart phone when you check out books at the library. It doesn't necessarily make things easier but you do feel like your superior to the troglodytes that are milling around in our libraries. Now, onto La Selva Beach library: this is such a cute little barn/library and occasional remote office. It's not swanky but we can work outside on the patio. WiFi is great out here and it's just a few hundred yards from the beach. Sunsets in #LaSelva are pretty when viewed from atop the cliffs that look over Manressa State Beach. Believe that.

Wonderful facility that has Open Mic every Friday night, a Farmer's market, and lots of classes…read more The building and grounds are for rent too! Check it out on their website www.Corralitos Cultural Center.org

I don't think people realize how blessed we are to have the santa cruz library system and staff…read more I've always been treated so well and the libraries I frequent - downtown, aptos, la selva - have always exceeded my expectations. I wish all companies in santa cruz were run this way. Thoroughly impressed! Big thank you to all of you at the libraries:)

Long lines, phantom 'delivered' packages, and what feels like shady supervisor behavior wrapped in…read moreclassic government indifference.

Ordered 2 packages. They left a note that stated they…read morecouldn't deliver. I rescheduled a redelivery, they never came. I called and in order to get my packages i had to pay? I dont understand why, if their only job is to deliver. Worst. Service. EVER. I hate leaving bad reviews, but here we are.

Student IDs are not available until a week before semester starts even if you've been there the…read moreprior semester. Oddly, Cabrillo does NOT give out email addresses. This makes it hard to prove you're a student. It's virtually impossible to get discounts with a .edu address! Otherwise, it's a great school. Rick Graziani teaches CCNA & CCNP courses as part of Cisco Academy. This class is a rare find

Cabrillo College is a small community college located in Santa Cruz County. This particular site…read more(located in Watsonville) is a satellite office for the main campus which is located on Soquel drive in Santa Cruz. Every time I've been to the satellite office I'm always greeted with a smile and a friendly attitude. The employees are not only very pleasant but very knowledgeable about the enrollment process and any forms that you might need to fill out and submit. There are small tables for currently enrolled students and prospective students to use in the lobby. There are computers to use to sign up for classes in the lobby and in the student services department. The lines for assistance are usually shorter at the satellite office that they are the main campus. I like that... It's a quick in and out process. If you're looking to further your education... Cabrillo college is a good community college choice and a good place to begin. I highly recommend that you use the Watsonville satellite office for enrollment if you live in that area!

This place is a hidden gem in Palo Alto, in an industrial area surrounded by factories. It is a…read moremuseum of the work of Tony Foster, an artist from UK who paints beautiful watercolor landscapes. It's free, and a nice place to visit for an hour or so ... highly recommended.

We tried Story Time with Anna on Sunday. It was an hour experience that our grandson enjoyed. We…read moresigned up ahead of time and street parking was easy. There was also a sign that there is additional parking behind the museum. After checking in there was a craft/art activity with stickers and tempera paint sticks. Low mess :). Adjacent was a play area with colored scarves, a pretend campfire, felt board for the children to explore, and books. Before entering the museum area Anna gave an introductory talk describing what to expect. She made it interactive which was very nice. They also did a song to get their wiggles out. She then guided the group through the museum to the carpeted area with cushions for the kiddos. Ana talked about and asked questions about the art on the walls. She read Under the Same Sky to the children and made this an interactive experience also. It was just the right length of time, thirty minutes. This was just right for our 18 month old grandson.