Family events in Hollister, CA

Four-year-olds gather for a weekly play meetup at Blossom Hill Park in Los Gatos.

Kids ages 6 to 8 can learn sewing in San Jose at Diana’s Rhythmic Club, building focus and confidence while creating projects they can be proud of. All skill levels are welcome, from beginners to advanced learners, and the small group format offers more personal attention. Each class uses guided, step by step projects in a supportive, creative setting. Tuition is $240 per month, and Ocean Grove Charter funds are accepted. Space is limited.

Cantor Devorah Felder-Levy leads a weekly music session with preschoolers where babies and toddlers can take part with their caregivers. The group sings and moves together to songs with Jewish themes while learning about holidays and the changing seasons. Once the preschoolers return to class, families can remain for a relaxed playdate in the Family Center.

Create a paper horned owl at NUMU with a self-guided, drop-in activity available during open hours and included with admission, with no advance registration needed. Use upcycled cardboard, paper, and other materials to craft your owl, a familiar presence in Los Gatos as autumn arrives. For inspiration, explore the owls on view in the Los Gatos History Project and Collections Lab. This Monthly Craft complements current exhibitions or seasonal themes at NUMU and welcomes a wide range of participants. Those under 18 need an adult with them. Please tidy your area when finished so others can enjoy the space.

Explore technology in a welcoming, weekly Tech Café at Watsonville Public Library that answers basic tech questions and offers hands-on time with a featured device or tool. Demonstrations rotate monthly, with highlights such as Doodle Pens, Makey Makeys, a 3D printer, Sphero programmable robots, Cricut, a Glowforge laser cutter held at the Freedom Branch, and iPad stop motion activities. Sessions are generally at the Main Library unless a different location is announced. Suitable for all ages. In September, the feature is the 3D printer.

LYIN EYES BAND returns to close out the Music on the Hill Summer Series with a tribute to Eagles classics at Santa Teresa Golf Club. The finale takes place at the outdoor Top of the Hill setting, which offers sweeping views of the golf course along with indoor and garden areas. A large crowd is anticipated for the last show of the season, so early arrival is recommended. On-site bars serve chilled beverages, and food for purchase includes smoked tri tip sandwiches while supplies last, burgers, hot dogs, and a crispy salad with grilled chicken. Lawn chairs are welcome, and outside food and drinks are not permitted. The gazebo provides a scenic backdrop for sunset photos, and admission is free.

Paint Night at The Clove Art Complex offers a relaxed, family friendly creative session where participants can paint independently or request guidance from on-site instructors. No prior experience is required. The activity is free with any purchase made during the event. After the painting concludes, County Night line dancing lessons are available for those who want to continue the fun.

Children ages 4 to 10 with sensory processing differences, autism, or other special needs, together with a parent or caregiver, can take part in a hands-on, immersive experience in the Children’s Activity Room. The session features a variety of activities designed to engage the senses. It is free and offered on the fourth Friday of the month. Space is limited and registration is required.

This no-cost bilingual conference welcomes parents, guardians, educators, and adult allies from Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz Counties who want to deepen their understanding of gender and youth. Attendees can expect breakfast, snacks, and lunch to be provided, with live Spanish interpretation available. Spanish-language information is available, and registration is open.

Spend time with cats who are ready to be adopted into loving homes. This in-person meet and greet offers a chance to get to know adoptable felines at the hosting location, with similar adoption events taking place here on a recurring basis.

My VIP and Me Family Dance Glow Party brings family fun to The Grove: Santa Cruz Event Center with music from a DJ, plenty of dancing, a touch of magic, face painting, and food. Tickets will go on sale, with more details to come.

Fall Ball League brings together boys and girls divisions at Branciforte Middle School for skill-building lacrosse sessions designed for both newcomers and experienced athletes. Participants move through small-group stations and structured clinics where returning players can sharpen technique, improve spacing and field awareness, and try new skills without the pressure of interclub competition. New players receive dedicated instruction on fundamentals to build confidence and stick skills, then blend into shared drills and friendly scrimmages that tie everything together.

At Ganado Feed & Pet Supplies in Morgan Hill, this adoption event showcases cats who are ready to find loving homes. It is part of a recurring series that alternates between the Morgan Hill and San Jose locations.