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Fri, Oct 2, 2026 ยท 6:30 PM

Treehouse Dispensary First Friday

๐Ÿ“ Treehouse Dispensary ยท Soquel ยท FREE

First Friday: Costume Party Edition ๐Ÿ‘ป Friday, October 2 ยท 7โ€“10 PM ยท 21+ Treehouse is hosting our first-ever cannabis consumption event, and we're kicking it off with a costume party. Come as you are, or come as someone (or something) else entirely. Spooky season starts here. Live music by Junebug (8โ€“9:30 PM) Folk-fusion fingerstyle guitar from a one-woman band. Junebug also tap dances and plays harmonica, autoharp, kazoo, trumpet, ukulele, and banjo, so expect the unexpected. Artists & Makers Market (7โ€“10 PM) Browse and shop work from local artists and makers: Art by Dejon, Cyanide Cyn, Mori Mysterium, Mountain Medusa, Stitch and Story, Penning Beads, WilderWilds, Corals Tiny World, Hermelinda, and Potato Studios. Stash Jar Making (7โ€“10 PM) Puff, puff, craft. Stop by our free DIY station and decorate a one-of-a-kind stash jar to keep your favorite flower fresh and stylish. All supplies provided. Just bring your creativity. Cannabis Elixirs ๐Ÿน Sip, sip, hooray. Enjoy refreshing cannabis elixirs while you get crafty and catch the show. Free to attend. Costumes strongly encouraged. Must be 21+ with valid ID. Treehouse Dispensary ยท 3651 Soquel Drive, Santa Cruz We're proud to offer everyday savings for our community: New Members: 10% off your first order Wisdom Discount (65+): 5% off Medical Patients: 10% off Students & Teachers: 20% off with valid ID Veterans: 20% off *Please note that discounts do not stack with other deals. Ask staff for exclusions.

Cannabis Art & Culture ๐Ÿ“ Soquel Details โ†’
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Mon, Sep 28, 2026 ยท Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History

Coffee with the Curators

Grab a cup of coffee and hang out with a MAH curator! Coffee with the Curators is a morning at the museum where you can chat, ask questions, and hear behind-the-scenes stories about the exhibitions and collections. Coffee and good conversation are complimentary with museum admission.

Music ๐Ÿ“ Downtown Santa Cruz
Music
Coming up
Mon, Sep 28, 2026 ยท Ugly Mug CoffeeHouse, 4640 Soquel Dr, Soquel, CA 95073, United States

Open Mic w/ SteveV, every Monday

It's Monday Open Mic at the Ugly Mug! Sign ups at 5p Beer, Espresso Drinks and Desserts available

Music ๐Ÿ“ Soquel
Promotional image for Open Mic ยท Every Monday 5-8p Coming up
Mon, Sep 28, 2026 ยท The Ugly Mug

Open Mic ยท Every Monday 5-8p

you Are A Star! Come share what you love ยท what you are working on Every Monday 5pm - 8pm ยท Lottery signups begin @5:15 One 5 minute song or two 3 minute songs We welcome: Poetry ยท Spoken Word ยท Music ยท Originals & Covers Hosted by SteveV Beer, Coffee, Tea and Cafe Snacks are always available. Non-performers are always welcomed & Appreciated We Cannot Wait to see you!

Music ๐Ÿ“ Soquel
Music
Coming up
Mon, Sep 28, 2026 ยท The Cruz Room

Hosted Board Game Night โ€” 2026-09-28

6 - 8pm ยท Hosted Board Game Night โ€” open & hosted games, library of 30+ games, raffle, merch, and a Learn to Play demo at 6:30pm. Taught on the spot.

Music ๐Ÿ“ Downtown Santa Cruz

โ˜€๏ธ Happening today

Monday, September 28

47 events on today. No plans required, just go.

9:00 AM
$8600
Certified Massage Therapist Program
๐Ÿ“ Cypress Health Institute
Community
10:00 AM
See listing
Coffee with the Curators
๐Ÿ“ Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History
Music
10:30 AM
$26.45
Roaring Camp Railroads: Redwood Forest Steam Train
๐Ÿ“ Roaring Camp Railroads
Cultural Event
11:00 AM
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What Got You Here WILL Get You There
๐Ÿ“ Santa Cruz Public Libraries
Community
11:30 AM
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Mahjong Club @ Branciforte
๐Ÿ“ Santa Cruz Public Libraries
Community
11:30 AM
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Aptos Bridge Club
๐Ÿ“ Santa Cruz Public Libraries
Community
11:30 AM
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Discovery Zone Playgroup
๐Ÿ“ Santa Cruz Public Libraries
Community
11:30 AM
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Storytime and Stay & Play at Downtown
๐Ÿ“ Santa Cruz Public Libraries
Community
12:00 PM
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Aquarium Sensory Time
๐Ÿ“ Santa Cruz Public Libraries
Community

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9 upcoming events ยท Wellness ยท from 2026-10-03 ยท to 2026-10-04

Oct
3

Soul Collage

๐Ÿ“ Santa Cruz
๐Ÿ•’ 10:00 AM โ€“ 1:00 PM ยท See listing

Call to register or if you have questions: 457-2273 Location will vary so call for details The facilitator will bring photos. You are responsible for purchasing materials (see below). Discover your Wisdom with SoulCollageยฎ Let's explore our inner selves. Using images, imagination and intuition, you will begin to create your own personal deck of collaged cards. Part art project, part spiritual practice, SoulCollageยฎ allows you to deepen your understanding of yourself and tap into your inner wisdom that can guide you on important life decisions. In a fun, creative, and relaxed environment, you will create cards that will reveal parts of your personality, your archetypes, and other guides, allies, and challengers. We will talk about the ways you can use your personal deck of collaged cards to tap into your inner wisdom. No art experience necessary. Anyone can create SoulCollageยฎ cards! We use scissors, glue, and images cut from magazines to create our cards. Youโ€™ll take home several finished cardsโ€”and no doubt a love for this creative process! Please bring with you : * Scissors * Glue stick (best kind is Pioneer glue stick) * 8 x 5 mat board * Pen & Notebook

Art & Culture Wellness Details โ†’
Oct
3

New Moon Meditation for October ~ 3PM

๐Ÿ“ Spa Santangelo
๐Ÿ•’ 3:00 PM โ€“ 4:30 PM ยท $55

๐ŸŒ‘ New Moon Sound Bath & Guided Meditation 80-Minute Experience | Spa Santangelo, Felton, CA + Online Join Melissa at each New Moon for a deeply restorative journey designed to help you reconnect, set meaningful intentions, and restore your inner balance. Step into a serene, supportive space and allow yourself to fully unwind. This immersive experience combines the healing vibrations of a live sound bath, guided meditation, journaling, and fire release to bring a deeper sense of peace and balance. Youโ€™ll be guided through Melissaโ€™s Mystic Meditationsโ€”a thoughtfully curated journey inspired by the energy of the New Moon: ๐ŸŒ‘ New Moon โ€” BRING IN Set intentions, plant new seeds, and invite the energy, experiences, and possibilities you want to cultivate. The New Moon offers an opportunity for reflection and new beginnings. Take time to turn inward, become clear about what you want to welcome into your life, and intentionally create space for what comes next. Whether you join us in person at Spa Santangelo in Felton, CA, or online from the comfort of your own home, come exactly as you are. In-person groups of up to 10 guests are welcome. Gather your friends, family, or community and share this beautiful experience together. ๐Ÿ“š Extend Your Wellness Journey Continue exploring your path with offerings from The Groovy Goddess, including: โœจ In-person & online sessions ๐Ÿ“š Books ๐ŸŽง Guided meditations ๐ŸŒฟ Online transformational courses โœจ Come as you are. Leave feeling grounded, centered, inspired, and renewedโ€”with fresh intentions for the journey ahead.

Oct
4

Bio-Vibe Table: Sound & Vibration Wellness Sessions

๐Ÿ“ Soulcare Studios
๐Ÿ•’ 9:00 AM โ€“ 4:00 PM ยท $65

Experience the Bio-Vibe Table at SoulCare Studios, a gentle, non-invasive wellness experience using sound frequencies and soothing vibrations to encourage relaxation, release tension, and support overall balance. Simply lie down comfortably while the table delivers vibrations throughout the body, creating an opportunity to slow down, rest, and reset. โœจ Potential Benefits: โ€ข Encourages deep relaxation โ€ข Supports better sleep โ€ข Helps relieve muscle & joint tension โ€ข Supports a calmer nervous system โ€ข Helps reduce everyday stress Sessions & Pricing: ๐ŸŒฟ 60-Minute Full-Body Session: $120 Package of 4: $400 ๐ŸŒฟ 30-Minute Focused Session: $65 Package of 4: $200 ๐Ÿ“… Available Wednesdays & Sundays Other days are available upon request. ๐Ÿ“ SoulCare Studios 8035 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA Scan the QR code on the flyer to book your session.

Oct
4

Drop-in Meditation

๐Ÿ“ Land of Medicine Buddha โ€“ In the Gompa
๐Ÿ•’ 9:00 AM โ€“ 10:00 AM ยท See listing

Join us for Sunday drop-in Meditations 9-10 am weekly. In person onlyโ€“ in the Gompa at Land of Medicine Buddha with Venerable Yangchen! Venerable Yangchen's guided meditations bring together a refreshing and precious combination of simplicity, depth, and accessibility. These weekly, hour-long sessions are of great relevance and value to long-term Buddhist practitioners as well as to complete newcomers to meditation. The practice begins with brief instruction, 10 minutes of silent meditation, followed by guided analytical meditation and discussion based on the theme of the week.

Community Wellness ๐Ÿ“ Soquel Details โ†’
Oct
4

Yoga!

๐Ÿ“ Bargetto Winery
๐Ÿ•’ 10:45 AM โ€“ 11:52 AM ยท See listing

Bargetto Wineryโ€™s Courtyard Yoga with Alison Trybom Lucas. Elevate your Sunday ritual with Courtyard Yoga and a taste of Bargetto wine! $25 includes yoga class and a glass of Bargetto wine after class! Please bring your own mats and props. All levels welcome. Class is 60 minutes and starts at 10:45am in Bargetto Wineryโ€™s Creekside courtyard! Limited To 20 guests. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED: https://bargetto.orderport.net/wines/EVENTS

Wellness Food & Drink ๐Ÿ“ Soquel Details โ†’
Oct
4

Soundbath w/ Sera Timms - LARGE THEATER

๐Ÿ“ The 418 Project
๐Ÿ•’ 6:30 PM โ€“ 7:45 PM ยท $20

Using crystal, brass singing bowls and more, participants can expect to leave feeling rejuvenated, balanced and centered. Sun., October 4th โ€“ 6:30 PM โ€“ LARGE THEATER HEALING SOUNDBATH OFFERING - with creative mystic Sera Timms Using crystal & brass singing bowls, gong, chimes, rain stick and more, this soundbath promotes deep relaxation, calm and peace as participants receive deep holistic frequency healing to balance both the collective and individual human biofield. Attendees will comfortably lie down for the duration of the soundbath, being given the opportunity to receive and experience the resonant healing vibrations as they fill the space. Benefits of Sound Healing: - Lowers heart rate and blood pressure - Diminishes stress and anxiety - Activates your parasympathetic nervous system (the "rest-and-digest" mode) - Encourages deep relaxation which aides in meditation - Triggers the brain to chemically release natural opiates reducing pain and swelling - Awakens, aligns and balances the Chakra energy centers in the body - The vibrations help shift your brain from active, overthinking states to slower alpha and theta waves, which are linked to deep meditation and REM sleep - Overall, participants can expect to leave feeling rejuvenated, balanced and centered. Note: participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mats, cushions and blankets if theyโ€™d like. The 418 will have yoga mats and blankets available as well. Event duration: approx. 1 hour. Bio: A self-described creative mystic, Sera Beth Timms began her healing path through visual art, music, dream work and imagination, always seeking to find a deeper path of fulfillment and truth than that which the status quo construct had ascribed to the world. Music, sound, and frequency are a deep part of her personal lineage, coming from a patriarchal line of talented musicians, including her father, who spent his life on the road in the outlaw country world. Sera has been creating and performing music for over 25

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