Posted on: January 31, 2023
Watsonville City Manager René Méndez has appointed Marissa Duran as the City’s new Administrative Services Director.
Duran has been a longstanding City of Watsonville employee and began her career in the Finance Department in 1996 as a Financial ...
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Posted on: January 27, 2023
This morning, we held our annual Legislative Breakfast in the community room, where city and county officials met with state and federal legislators to discuss some of the topics that matter most to our community.
Our presentation centered around...
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Posted on: January 23, 2023
A Disaster Recovery Center opened January 21, 2023 to help residents impacted by the storms and flooding in our region.Residents can access information and resources needed for recovery, regardless of the type of damage suffered, location of impacted resi...
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Posted on: January 22, 2023
Tune into our Poets’ Circle and open mic ~ hosted by Magdalena Montagne, our virtual program will feature Writers of Color - Santa Cruz County. This program will take place on Thursday, February 9 from 5-7pm. You may attend this program in-perso...
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Posted on: January 21, 2023
Explore modern art during our Art Academy program on Wednesday, February 8 from 5:30-6:30pm that will take place at the Main Library. Our featured artist for the month will be: Keith Haring. Participants are encouraged to recreate a specific work of the f...
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Posted on: January 21, 2023
Bring along a loved one and create a Valentine's Day card from the heart ~ using paper, washi tape and sparkles! This workshop will take place at our Freedom Library, Meeting Room on Tuesday, February 7 at 6:00pm.
This program is for Teens & A...
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Posted on: January 20, 2023
Create, experiment, and engineer! Join us for Science Night each week starting on Thursday, February 2 through Thursday, March 9 for interactive science activities.
This program is intended for families.
Science Night themes are as follows:
Week 1:...
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Posted on: December 27, 2022
There are free sandbags available at Fire Station 1 (115 2nd St.).
Residents may access the self-service station from the entrance gate on Rodriguez St. across from the library building parking lot.
Please come prepared to fill your bags or take p...
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Posted on: December 19, 2022
The Watsonville Public Library (WPL) is requesting proposals from qualified strategic planning consultants to conduct a far-reaching and inclusive process that will actively engage our organization and community in thinking abou...
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Posted on: January 23, 2023
Be a Master Builder at our Library Lego® Club! Join us on the first Tuesday of the month from 4-5pm, and get creative with a provided theme or build whatever you want with the library’s collection of bricks. Bring the whole family along ...
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Posted on: December 15, 2022
Three newly-elected and one re elected council member were sworn in during December 13, 2022 city council meeting.
Casey Clark now represents the city’s 5th District, Maria Orozco will serve the 3rd District, and Kristal Salcido will re...
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Posted on: January 4, 2023
Can't find a yearly planner that is right for you? Our “How to Bullet Journal” program will give you the tools to create your own unique planner. You will be able to keep track of all your events, new goals, habits and foster ...
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Posted on: December 20, 2022
Design. Create. 3D Print.
Have you ever been interested in using a 3D printer? Join us for our monthly 3D printing workshops which will feature projects for beginners. Printed projects will be available for pick-up at the following session.&n...
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Posted on: November 16, 2022
Our Business Spotlight segment is back!
We kick off our first episode with Studio Judy G, a local business that brings artists from all over the world to Watsonville and teaches art to people with special needs.
If you have a business lo...
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Posted on: October 14, 2022
The City of Watsonville has added a new Sister City to its running list of partnerships worldwide.
We recently welcomed a delegation from Portugal and signed an official agreement establishing a Sister City partnership between us, the City of Wat...
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Posted on: September 15, 2022
Now that the COVID-19 Commemorative Monarch Butterfly Sculpture has been officially unveiled, community members can begin to submit a story and photos of loved ones they lost to COVID-19.
The stories will be shared on a community blog to honor an...
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Posted on: September 7, 2022
The omicron booster is now available!
The Pfizer or Moderna bivalent boosters are recommended two months after the primary series or the last booster dose. These bivalent boosters provide superior, up-to-date protection against the original strain of COVID...
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Posted on: August 22, 2022
COVID-19 vaccines are available for children six months and older.
Make an appointment with your child’s doctor. They will ensure your child is up to date on all their shots! If your child’s doctor does not offer the vaccine, ...
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