Our Events

Explore upcoming Ecology Action and partner events to learn more about sustainable initiatives in California.

May
5
Sun
EV Display Show @ Cinco de Mayo Celebration in Watsonville @ Watsonville Plaza
May 5 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
EV Display Show @ Cinco de Mayo Celebration in Watsonville @ Watsonville Plaza

EV Display Show @ Cinco de Mayo Celebration in Watsonville

  • location: Watsonville Plaza
  • Time: 11:00am-5:0pm

Join us and learn about EV’s for everyone!

May
7
Tue
Go Santa Cruz – Bike Repair Day @ Ecology Action
May 7 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Go Santa Cruz - Bike Repair Day @ Ecology Action

Have a persistent squeaky brake? Rusty chain? Flat tire? Have your bike checked by one of our mechanics for free! Book a time with us, and we’ll help your bike out with minor tune-ups and repairs to get you rolling into spring!

To register click on the link below:

https://letsmodo.org/bike-challenges/#calendar-bc5d89ea-8cc9-4561-9c50-281a301537ca-event-lgcqovsn

If all appointment slots are full, please email tawn.kennedy@ecoact.org to be put on the waitlist.

May
8
Wed
Volunteer Walk and Roll to School Day @ Ecology Action
May 8 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Volunteer Walk and Roll to School Day @ Ecology Action

Volunteer Opportunity – Join our team Walk and Roll to School Day!

Walk and Roll to School Day (WRTS) happens bi-annually: one in the Fall (October) and one in Spring (May). For many years, Ecology Action has been organizing county wide WRTS events.  

Details: Support with packing food and prizes for 35+ schools. Tasks would include but not limited to taping boxes together, packaging food, fruits, and juice into boxes; and labeling and ensuring right number of supplies are accounted. 

You can help!

When: 

  • Wednesday May 8th, 2024
  • Time: 9 – 2PM.
  • Location: Ecology Action Parking lot – 877 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060.
  • Snacks and waters will be available.

This event will be outdoors comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended.

To sign up email Marisol.Diaz@ecoact.org or submit an application at https://ecoact.org/volunteer

 

  

UC Santa Cruz Volunteer Fair @ Fair is in the Quarry Plaza right outside the Bay Tree Bookstore.
May 8 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
UC Santa Cruz Volunteer Fair @ Fair is in the Quarry Plaza right outside the Bay Tree Bookstore.

UC Santa Cruz Volunteer Fair

Ecology Action is thrilled to be a part of this year’s SVC Volunteer Fair Wednesday May 8, 2024

Be sue to stop by our table to earn more about the exciting volunteer opportunities we have available.

  • Time 1:30-3:30
  • Location: Fair is in the Quarry Plaza right outside the Bay Tree Bookstore. It is an outside event on our campus.
  • Date: Wednesday May 8, 2024

Click here to submit a volunteer application https://ecoact.org/volunteer

 

May
9
Thu
Salinas Resource Fair – El Gabilan Elementary School
May 9 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Salinas Resource Fair @ El Gabilan Elementary School

Ecology Action will be participating during this event at El Gabilan Elementary School, starting at 1:30pm. You will have the opportunity to learn more about our Safe Routes to School Program.  We have many opportunities for those looking to get involved and help give back. Our programs teach students best practices when riding a bike, crossing the street safely and much more.

To learn more about our programs and opportunities we invite you to visit our table or to apply click on the link https://ecoact.org/volunteer

Internship and volunteer opportunities are available to learn more about Ecology Action visit our website by clicking the link https://ecoact.org/

 

 

May
10
Fri
Santa Cruz Bike Party @ Depot Park
May 10 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Santa Cruz Bike Party @ Depot Park
Join Stanta Cruz Bike Party for their Bike Month installment. Meet at Depot Park at 7pm.

 

Santa Cruz Bike Party is a mobile party for riders of all ages, experience levels, and types to meet, ride, and play together in the streets. Rides are 7-10 miles long with music and dance breaks along the way. Rides move at a relatively slow pace, and no one is left behind. Each ride has a theme, and riders are encouraged to wear costumes or decorate their bikes to fit the theme.
May
11
Sat
Volunteer Community Bike & All-Santa Cruz Cleanup Day! @ Pinto Lake County Park
May 11 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Community Bike & All-Santa Cruz Cleanup Day!

  • Date: May 11, 2024
  • Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm
  • Location: Starting at Pinto Lake County Park

Volunteers can participate by Riding along the beautiful Green Valley Corridor and connect with Mother Nature on our ride. All ages are welcome to join us from 1pm to 4pm as we bike to local parks and participate in the Santa Cruz clen-up day.

We will end the ride with a community walk and Community Clean-up @ Pinto Lake County Park from 3pm -4pm

  • Free bike lights, snacks, and more!
  • Youth participants will be entered in to win a scooter and skateboard.
  • Supplies for the clean-up will be provided.
  • Community Service hour available

Let’s come together to make a positive impact on our community and environment!

To sign up to volunteer during this event and help us clean up please fill out an application clicking here 

or email Marisol.Diaz@Ecoact.org to sign-up and be part of the movement.

Need to Borrow a Bike? RSVP go to: bit.ly/CBikeDay

 

May
12
Sun
Free E-Bike Demos with Gazelle Bikes @ Gazelle Experience Center
May 12 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Free E-Bike Demos with Gazelle Bikes @ Gazelle Experience Center

Free E-Bike Demos with Gazelle Bikes

Ride off Mother’s Day brunch with an invigorating spin on a Gazelle e-bike! We’re offering free demo rides from 12-4pm at our Westside showroom. Bring Mom, bring Dad, or just bring yourself!

 

May
15
Wed
E-Bike Safety Workshop – Go Santa Cruz @ Civic Auditorium
May 15 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
E-Bike Safety Workshop - Go Santa Cruz @ Civic Auditorium

E-Bike Safety Workshop – Go Santa Cruz

This workshop is offered both as an in-person lunch-and-learn at the Civic and virtually via Zoom.

E-bikes are here to stay, and with the right preparation, riding them can be safe and rewarding.

  • Date Wednesday, May 15
  • Time 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
  • Civic Auditorium
  • 307 Church St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
May
18
Sat
28th Annual Commencement Ceremony Resource Fair @ Salinas Sports Complex
May 18 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
28th Annual Commencement Ceremony Resource Fair @ Salinas Sports Complex

Ecology Action will be participating in this year’s 28th Annual Ceremony and sharing resource with the students and families, Community Partner of Cal State Monterey Bay and the Service-Learning Institute,

For volunteer opportunities or internship opportunities please visit our website: https://ecoact.org/volunteer

or contact Marisol.diaz@ecoact.org

 

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