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27
A monthly open mic night at the 418 Project featuring music, theatre, and spoken word performances.
๐ Santa Cruz County, CA
From the waves to the redwoods, it's all happening here.
Live music, festivals, art walks, surf contests, trail days and everything in between.
In-person only, on purpose. Everything here is something you can actually show up to. No screens, no streams.
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Cannabis
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Featured Event
Fri, Oct 2, 2026 ยท 6:30 PM
Treehouse Dispensary First Friday
๐ Treehouse Dispensary ยท Soquel ยท FREE
First Friday: Costume Party Edition ๐ป Friday, October 2 ยท 7โ10 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 (8โ9:30 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 (7โ10 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 (7โ10 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 ๐น 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
๐ Soquel
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Coming up
Sun, Sep 27, 2026 ยท The 418 Project
Mic' Drop
A monthly open mic night at the 418 Project featuring music, theatre, and spoken word performances.
Community
๐ Downtown Santa Cruz
Music
Coming up
Sun, Sep 27, 2026 ยท The Cruz Room
Karaoke with Carla Re โ 2026-09-27
6 - 10pm ยท Carla Re hosts an amazing Karaoke all over the Bay Area. This is her first time here at The Cruz Room. Come join the fun!
Music
๐ Downtown Santa Cruz
Coming up
Sun, Sep 27, 2026 ยท Mission West Bar
Paint & Sip
๐ฅ ๐จ 9/27 ๐ป๐น๐ธ STIMULATE YOUR SENSES AT @missionwest.bar WITH A MULTI SENSORY CREATIVE EXPERIENCE: PAINT & SIP with LIVE MUSIC BY DJ CAPPUCCINO & shop local artisans | 6pm-8pm ๐ผ๏ธ This is A GUIDED LOCAL LANDSCAPE ACRYLIC PAINTING WORKSHOP EXPERIENCE: ๐๏ธ Explore shading, depth, & layering techniques. As well as many tips to help you feel comfortable using creative materials. ๐จ ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED As you sip a delicious beverage by MISSION WEST BAR you will be guided through creating your own unique work of art. Music will make you want to move and groove while you paint. Youโre not glued to your seat so feel free to get up and dance. In addition, Local artisans @suzyrad @artbysunes @deelighteddesigns will have there unique and hand made goods for you to shop after the event. This is a moment to connect with yourself and mingle with the local community in a completely safe space to be yourself and let loose! ALL PARTICIPANTS 21+ RECEIVE DRINK SPECIALS ๐ป๐ธ๐น๐ฅ๐พ LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE ๐ธ $45 or 2 for $85 ๐๏ธ RSVP TXT โMWESTโ [818.489.0988](tel:818.489.0988) ๐ซ GOOD VIBES ONLY โ๐ผ ๐ ALL ARE WELCOME 21+ ๐ซถ ๐ RELAX & UNWIND โจ ๐ CONNECT WITH YOURSELF & THE COMMUNITY โก๏ธ UNLEASH YOUR INNER CHILD & AWAKEN YOUR SPIRIT ๐ฌ๏ธ BREATHE, BE PRESENT & LIVE IN THE MOMENT! ๐ฆโ๐ฅ ACTIVATE YOUR WELL BEING ๐ง ๐ซ ENGAGE IN A MINDFUL & INTENTIONAL EXPERIENCE ๐จ Creative self care & a healing meditative wellness experience through art, music and community! ๐ซถ This space is completely safe. Here to help guide, support, & encourage your unique creative expression experience! โจโจโจ ๐ ๐ Grateful to be collaborating with local businesses, local artists, & local musicians to create unique and unforgettable MULTI SENSORY CREATIVE EXPERIENCES for ALL our community to enjoy! ๐ซถโจ Art therapy Paint & Sip Creative expression Acrylic workshop Art & wellness Support local #santacruzevents #santacruz #santacruzart #santacruzartist #artisthedeeperyou
Music
Coming up
Sun, Sep 27, 2026 ยท The Ugly Mug
HoneyBee ยท Sat 9/27, 7p, $25
Fiddling Cricket & Canyon Acoustic Society Concert Series 2025 HoneyBee Deby Benton Grosjean and Pamela Benton Playing together all of thier lives Sat, 9/27, 7.00pm (6.30pm Doors); $25 adv / $30 dr reservations at [email protected] or 408 499 9441 (text or voice) HoneyBee is a Duo of Twin Musicians, Deby Benton Grosjean, and Pamela Benton. Classically trained on violin and piano, both are singer / songwriters, twin fiddlers plus, Pamela adds guitar to their performances. Individually, they each have recorded CD's of their own available on "CD Baby", and other internet music sites / stores. Deby and Pamela have played a lifetime of musical experiences exploring many music genres. In their Duo HoneyBee, they fuse these genres to create an original sound. Since childhood, music has been central in their lives and enjoyed singing and playing several instruments together. For three consecutive years as youths, Deby and Pamela received top awards in MTAC ensemble competitions, both first place, and command performance. Also as youths they sang in choir and performed in the California Youth Symphony and San Jose Light Opera. ๏ปฟ Money collected at the door. Beer, wine, coffee, etc available, plus the regular Ugly Mug food ๏ปฟ AT THE UGLY MUG CAFE 4640 Soquel Dr, Soquel, CA 95073 Contact Fiddling Cricket at 408 499 9441 or for reservations or more information. Reservations still pay at the door, by cash or check. Food and Drink: Beer, wine, coffee, tea and soft drinks available. Usual coffee shop food. (if you wish, bring your own wine and pay corkage)
Music
๐ Soquel
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12:00 AM
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Take In: Featured Artist
๐ Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center
Community
12:00 AM
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Santa Cruz Triathlon
๐ Santa Cruz Wharf
Outdoors
6:00 AM
$3000
The Art of Unwinding Wellness Retreat
๐ La Bahia Hotel & Spa
Wellness
8:00 AM
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Capitola Beach Festival
๐ Capitola Village
Festivals
9:00 AM
$65
Bio-Vibe Table: Sound & Vibration Wellness Sessions
๐ Soulcare Studios
Wellness
9:00 AM
See listing
Drop-in Meditation
๐ Land of Medicine Buddha โ In the Gompa
Community
9:00 AM
FREE
Live Oak: Farmers Market
๐ Live Oak Farmersโ Market
Markets
9:00 AM
FREE
Live Oak Farmers' Market
๐ East Cliff Village
Markets
10:00 AM
$245
Youth Robot Series - Santa Cruz Maker Studios
๐ Santa Cruz Maker Studios
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Sep
27
6 - 10pm ยท Carla Re hosts an amazing Karaoke all over the Bay Area. This is her first time here at The Cruz Room. Come join the fun!
Sep
27
Silent meditation.
Sep
27
๐ฅ ๐จ 9/27 ๐ป๐น๐ธ STIMULATE YOUR SENSES AT @missionwest.bar WITH A MULTI SENSORY CREATIVE EXPERIENCE: PAINT & SIP with LIVE MUSIC BY DJ CAPPUCCINO & shop local artisans | 6pm-8pm ๐ผ๏ธ This is A GUIDED LOCAL LANDSCAPE ACRYLIC PAINTING WORKSHOP EXPERIENCE: ๐๏ธ Explore shading, depth, & layering techniques. As well as many tips to help you feel comfortable using creative materials. ๐จ ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED As you sip a delicious beverage by MISSION WEST BAR you will be guided through creating your own unique work of art. Music will make you want to move and groove while you paint. Youโre not glued to your seat so feel free to get up and dance. In addition, Local artisans @suzyrad @artbysunes @deelighteddesigns will have there unique and hand made goods for you to shop after the event. This is a moment to connect with yourself and mingle with the local community in a completely safe space to be yourself and let loose! ALL PARTICIPANTS 21+ RECEIVE DRINK SPECIALS ๐ป๐ธ๐น๐ฅ๐พ LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE ๐ธ $45 or 2 for $85 ๐๏ธ RSVP TXT โMWESTโ [818.489.0988](tel:818.489.0988) ๐ซ GOOD VIBES ONLY โ๐ผ ๐ ALL ARE WELCOME 21+ ๐ซถ ๐ RELAX & UNWIND โจ ๐ CONNECT WITH YOURSELF & THE COMMUNITY โก๏ธ UNLEASH YOUR INNER CHILD & AWAKEN YOUR SPIRIT ๐ฌ๏ธ BREATHE, BE PRESENT & LIVE IN THE MOMENT! ๐ฆโ๐ฅ ACTIVATE YOUR WELL BEING ๐ง ๐ซ ENGAGE IN A MINDFUL & INTENTIONAL EXPERIENCE ๐จ Creative self care & a healing meditative wellness experience through art, music and community! ๐ซถ This space is completely safe. Here to help guide, support, & encourage your unique creative expression experience! โจโจโจ ๐ ๐ Grateful to be collaborating with local businesses, local artists, & local musicians to create unique and unforgettable MULTI SENSORY CREATIVE EXPERIENCES for ALL our community to enjoy! ๐ซถโจ Art therapy Paint & Sip Creative expression Acrylic workshop Art & wellness Support local #santacruzevents #santacruz #santacruzart #santacruzartist #artisthedeeperyou
Sep
27
Needs SubRosa collective member to host
Sep
27
Fiddling Cricket & Canyon Acoustic Society Concert Series 2025 HoneyBee Deby Benton Grosjean and Pamela Benton Playing together all of thier lives Sat, 9/27, 7.00pm (6.30pm Doors); $25 adv / $30 dr reservations at [email protected] or 408 499 9441 (text or voice) HoneyBee is a Duo of Twin Musicians, Deby Benton Grosjean, and Pamela Benton. Classically trained on violin and piano, both are singer / songwriters, twin fiddlers plus, Pamela adds guitar to their performances. Individually, they each have recorded CD's of their own available on "CD Baby", and other internet music sites / stores. Deby and Pamela have played a lifetime of musical experiences exploring many music genres. In their Duo HoneyBee, they fuse these genres to create an original sound. Since childhood, music has been central in their lives and enjoyed singing and playing several instruments together. For three consecutive years as youths, Deby and Pamela received top awards in MTAC ensemble competitions, both first place, and command performance. Also as youths they sang in choir and performed in the California Youth Symphony and San Jose Light Opera. ๏ปฟ Money collected at the door. Beer, wine, coffee, etc available, plus the regular Ugly Mug food ๏ปฟ AT THE UGLY MUG CAFE 4640 Soquel Dr, Soquel, CA 95073 Contact Fiddling Cricket at 408 499 9441 or for reservations or more information. Reservations still pay at the door, by cash or check. Food and Drink: Beer, wine, coffee, tea and soft drinks available. Usual coffee shop food. (if you wish, bring your own wine and pay corkage)
Sep
27
Ode to The Dying Senses: An Immersive Dance-Theater Experience
๐ Santa Cruz Dance Theater
๐ 7:00 PM โ 9:00 PM ยท $24.25
Ode to the Dying Senses is an immersive dance-theater experience combining live singers and SCDT's Project Company dancers. The evening begins as you enter and explore a space immersed in total darkness. What follows invites you to reconnect with your senses in a show like nothing you've ever seen. With only 15 tickets per show, this is an exclusive event you won't want to miss.
Sep
27
Private Lives by Noel Coward, presented by Santa Cruz Shakespeare
๐ The Audrey Stanley Grove at DeLaveaga
๐ 7:00 PM ยท See listing
Thereโs a thin line between love and hate and sometimes, itโs the barrier between balconies. Thatโs the premise of Noel Cowardโs Private Lives. Two divorced lovers find themselves spending their new honeymoons next door to one another at the same hotel. Both are egotistical, passionate, and selfish, so how are they going to manage to live next to each other at a hotel? Better yet, how are they going to live without each other? This laugh-out-loud comedy is rich, witty and as sharp as Cupidโs arrow. See the play on Friday, September 4th for a matinee preview or check out one of the multiple showings through October 4th. -Mat Weir; Good Times Santa Cruz
Sep
27
Spafford at Felton Music Hall on Sunday, September 27th 2026 Tickets: https://tixr.com/e/190917
Sep
27
Formed in San Jose in 1990, Sleep just might be the best American doom metal band of all time. After all, this three-piece wrote one of the most epic songs ever, the 63-minute marijuana-fueled opus, โDopesmoker.โ Even more epic is the legend behind the song, with the band using all the money the label gave them for an album on weed and returning with one long song. However, the band has recently run into some controversy as the bassist, Al Cisneros, is currently the only original member. But fear not weedians, because Uncle Al is still headed to the smoke-filled lands with Dale Crover (Melvins) on drums and Bubba Dupree (Void) on guitar. -Mat Weir; Good Times Santa Cruz
Sep
28
Cypress Health Institute Certified Massage Therapist Program
Sep
28
Coffee with the Curators
๐ Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History
๐ 10:00 AM โ 11:00 AM ยท See listing
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.
Sep
28
Roaring Camp Railroads: Redwood Forest Steam Train
๐ Roaring Camp Railroads
๐ 10:30 AM โ 3:00 PM ยท $26.45
Travel over trestles, through towering redwood groves and up a winding narrow-gauge grade to the summit of Bear Mountain as conductors narrate the history of Roaring Camp, the railroad and the forest.
Sep
28
Monday, September 28 2026 10:00am - 1:00pm This 6-session series is an opportunity to evaluate your skills, talents and experiences through a new lens.
Sep
28
Monday, September 28 2026 10:30am - 12:30pm Play Mahjong with fellow enthusiasts! Beginners welcome with weekly Hong Kong Style lessons. Other styles offered too. Tiles provided or bring your own.
Sep
28
Monday, September 28 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm Join us Mondays 10:30am-12pm at Aptos Library for social Bridge! All skill levels welcome. Enjoy fun, friendship, and mental stimulation.
Sep
28
Monday, September 28 2026 10:30am - 11:30am A time for free play for children with a participating adult.
Sep
28
Monday, September 28 2026 10:30am - 11:30am Join us for Storytime for ages 0-5 featuring songs, rhymes, lap bounces, and stories. After Storytime, stay for Stay & Play!
Sep
28
Monday, September 28 2026 11:00am - 11:45am Join Aquarium staff for an ocean-themed sensory play time
Sep
28
Come join a community of readers who meet the 4th Monday of each month to hear poetry and discuss its curious powers. Come join a community of readers who meet the 4th Monday of each month to hear poetry and discuss its curious powers. Discussions facilitated by Paola Bruni, Elaine Fletcher Chapman, and Jessica Cohn. Registration encouraged. Walk-ins welcome. https://santacruzpl.libnet.info/event/14321587 Poets in 2026 January 26 Joy Harjo February 23 Billy Collins March 23 Eavan Boland April 27 Arthur Sze May 18 * Emily Dickinson June 22 Gary Snyder July 27 Dean Young August 24 Lucille Clifton September 28 Sharon Olds October 26 Juan Felipe Herrera November 23 Ada Limon December 28 Jericho Brown *Note: Third Monday in May because of Memorial Day
Sep
28
Monday, September 28th, The Spoken Experience meets at a new time: 1 p.m. This community of readers gathers on the fourth Monday in the Capitola library to read a featured poetโs work. For September, the focus will be on the poems of the incomparable Sharon Olds. Local poets Paola Bruni, Elaine Fletcher Chapman, and Jessica Cohn facilitate the conversation, and you'll enjoy the company of the nicest bunch of people you could meet on any Monday. Join us!
Sep
28
Environmental Studies Seminar Series | Lightning Talks by ENVS Faculty
๐ Interdisciplinary Sciences Building
๐ 1:25 PM โ 2:30 PM ยท See listing
In person and via Zoom ( Meeting ID : 978 5545 8946, Passcode : 454736) . If you are unable to stream the talk live and need to access a recorded version, please contact Stacy Philpott at [email protected] . A UC Santa Cruz email address is required to access the recording. Host: Natalia Ocampo-Peรฑuela Speaker #1: Hannah Waterhouse Title: Building Cover Cropping Communities of Practice on Californiaโs Central Coast Abstract: Californiaโs agricultural communities face the dual challenges of increasingly variable and limited irrigation water supplies, alongside persistent groundwater quality degradation from nitrate leaching that has imperiled drinking water for nearly one million residents of rural communities in the state. These challenges come together most acutely in Californiaโs Central Coast region, the โSalad Bowlโ of the U.S., where intensive, high-value vegetable and berry production dominates. The benefits provided by adding winter cover crops to these annual cropping systems are considered essential to improving groundwater quality, but perceptions among farmers and policymakers that cover crops consume too much water make a formidable barrier to adoption in this Mediterranean climate. Indeed, less than 5% of cropland on the Central Coast is cover cropped, with the majority left fallow over the winter season to devastating effects including erosion and loss of fertility, pollution of surface and groundwater, and flooded fields which can delay agronomic operations. In this research we address the question of how farmers in Mediterranean, semi-arid climatic regions can implement cover cropping in a water scarce environment while meeting water quality regulatory goals. Through both controlled trials and on-farm, participatory research, we aim to determine how different cover crop management practices affect the balance between water regulation and provisioning and water quality protection, as well as the supply of nitrogen (N) for cash crops. We have formed a
Sep
28
Monday, September 28 2026 12:30pm - 2:00pm Join us every Monday at the Felton Branch for a knitting party. All you need to do is bring some yarn and knitting needles. All ages are welcome.
Sep
28
Monday, September 28 2026 12:30pm - 3:00pm Join a supportive writing group to share work, give feedback, and grow your craft. All genres and experience levels welcome. Meets 2nd & 4th Mondays, 12:30?3 PM at Aptos Library.
Sep
28
The Daisy Nonprofit Store's Annual Autumn Sale
๐ The Daisy Store
๐ 1:30 PM โ 4:30 PM ยท FREE
The Family Service Agency of the Central Coast announced that The Upscale-Resale Nonprofit Daisy Store will celebrate autumn with a week-long sale. Everything in the store is 50% off. All proceeds benefit Family Service Agency programs.
Sep
28
Monday, September 28 2026 12:30pm - 2:30pm Join CHP's free Age Well, Drive Smart class for seniors 65+. Learn safe driving tips, self-assessment tools, and how aging impacts driving. Taught by CHP officers. Register at (831) 219-0200.
Sep
28
Monday, September 28 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm Are you stuck with a technology question? You can make a free appointment with a tech savvy library staff member!
Sep
28
Monday, September 28 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm Come join a community of readers who meet the 4th Monday of each month to hear poetry and discuss its curious powers.
Sep
28
An afternoon craft session at the library, offering a relaxed space to work on creative projects.
Sep
28
Crafternoons are back! โ๏ธ Get craft with family. Drop in to the Main Library between 2-5pm every Monday and Wednesday to make a craft together. Slow down, work with your hands, and get creative! Bring the family and join us for some creative fun! Audience: Families ยกRegresan las tardes de manualidades! โ๏ธ Se le invita a la Biblioteca Principal de 2-5pm todos los lunes y miรฉrcoles para hacer una manualidad en familia. ยกTรณmense su momento para relajarse, trabajar con las manos y dejar volar su creatividad! ยกTraigan a toda la familia y disfruten juntos de una tarde creativa! Audiencia: Familias
Sep
28
Local non-profit American Sign Language Services Community hosting a bingo fundraiser at the Aptos Grange on Sunday's 3PM - 8PM , Monday's 5PM to 10PM.
Sep
28
PAWS Afterschool Club (Ages 7โ10) Looking for something fun to do after school? Love animals? Join PAWS and discover what it takes to care for shelter animals while making new friends and learning through hands-on activities! Each week, children enjoy one hour of fun animal-themed education and activities, followed by one hour socializing with our shelter animals. Theyโll learn about animal behavior, responsible pet care, shelter life, and safe animal handling before putting their new knowledge into practice by spending quality time helping our cats and dogs feel loved and confident. Children begin with PAWS Foundations, a three-week introductory program. After graduating, they become PAWS Ambassadors, returning for additional sessions to build new skills, spend more time with the animals, and take on greater responsibilities as they progress toward becoming future Santa Cruz SPCA volunteers. PAWS Foundations: Monday 4pm-6pm (September โ May) PAWS Ambassadors: Wednesday 4pm-6pm (September โ May)
Sep
28
A Softball specific weekly clinic designed to keep our gloves and our feet smooth on defense. This clinic is held once a week at Jade Street Park by our college level coaches that are working on fundamentals, form, and execution. Clinic is for 12+ athletes.
Sep
28
Monday, September 28 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm Practice reading to a certified therapy dog! Registration is required.
Sep
28
Open Mic w/ SteveV, every Monday
๐ Ugly Mug CoffeeHouse, 4640 Soquel Dr, Soquel, CA 95073, United States
๐ 5:00 PM โ 8:00 PM ยท FREE
It's Monday Open Mic at the Ugly Mug! Sign ups at 5p Beer, Espresso Drinks and Desserts available
Sep
28
-Natalie
Sep
28
Monday, September 28 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm A poetry workshop anyone who would like to establish a writing practice in a safe and encouraging environment.
Sep
28
The Game Night Collective provides a curated experience. Every Monday night with a library of 30+ board games, guided game teaching, hosted featured games, and prizes! Whether you arrive alone or with a group, the goal is to make it easy to sit down and start playing. Hosted micโd board games 5 โ 8 Trivia 8 โ 10
Sep
28
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!
Sep
28
Motion Pacific: Adult Beginning Jazz Fusion
๐ Motion Pacific at The London Nelson Community Center
๐ 5:30 PM โ 6:30 PM ยท See listing
This is Motion Pacific's Beginning Jazz Fusion class for adult dancers.
Sep
28
A weekly Afro-Brazilian dance class focusing on rhythm and movement.
Sep
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.
Sep
28
SPIN IT UP: INTERMEDIATE POTTER'S WHEEL (3/5)
๐ Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center
๐ 6:00 PM โ 8:30 PM ยท See listing
0 booked, 6 available Chris Finnie
Sep
28
Come join us! Mondays @ 6pm Yoga 7pm Meditation and Sound Healing โค๏ธโ๐ฉน $10 a class, no one will be turned away ๐ซถ
Sep
28
Reportback on Border Wall Resistance in Lochiel, AZ
๐ Sub Rosa
๐ 6:00 PM โ 7:00 PM ยท See listing
Come and learn about the flourishing resistance camp currently halting border wall construction along the so-called US-Mexico border in southern Arizona! We will give a timeline around the events taking place at the border, the tactics used by protesters, and what we can learn from the fight to save Grandmother Tree. Masking encouraged. -Elle
Sep
28
Queer & Trans Yoga Hosted by Sapphire Yoga Collective @ TDC
๐ The Diversity Center of Santa Cruz County, 1117 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA
๐ 6:00 PM โ 7:15 PM ยท FREE
Queer & Trans Yoga by Sapphire Yoga Collective Weekly Yoga Class @ TDC Mondays from 6:00 PM -7:15 PM This is a trauma-sensitive, all-levels, all-bodies/abilities class taught by a rotating queer-identifying yoga teacher each week. We highlight self nurturance through yoga asana and meditation, a somatic and mindfulness healing practice that resources us for our own resilience as well as community care. No prior yoga experience necessary. Ultimately, this is a brave space for LGBTQIA++ identifying folks to gather and take deep care. Please bring your our yoga mat and water bottle. Cost: $10-20 suggested donation. No one turned away for lack of funds! @sapphireyogacollective and @yogaforallmovement Questions? Contact Tara Maxon, Well-being Coordinator email: tara.maxon @diversitycenter.org
Sep
28
Hosted Mic'd Board Games 6 - 8 Game taught at 6:30pm. Trivia 8 - 10 The Game Night Collective is a Santa Cruz-based board game community that creates welcoming, hosted tabletop events where people can discover new games, meet new friends, and enjoy structured game nights without needing prior experience. Unlike a typical board game meetup where players are expected to know games or organize themselves, The Game Night Collective provides a curated experience. Each event includes a library of 30+ board games, guided game teaching, hosted featured games, community announcements, raffles, and opportunities to connect with other players. Whether you arrive alone or with a group, the goal is to make it easy to sit down and start playing. The flagship event takes place every Monday at The CRUZ Room, where attendees can enjoy open gaming, learn two featured games taught by founder Courtney Laschkewitsch, participate in trivia, browse the Merch Chest, and become part of Santa Cruz's growing tabletop gaming community. At its core, The Game Night Collective exists to bring people together through board games. It combines the structure and consistency of a trivia company with the creativity, strategy, and social connection of modern tabletop gaming, creating a space where newcomers and experienced gamers alike can feel welcome.
Sep
28
Henry IV Part One by William Shakespeare -- in the style of a live WWE show. Come cheer with Falstaff, boo that heel Hotspur, and witness the reigning champion, King Henry IV, pass on the title to the one true heir of the English throne. Booing, cheering, and rooting for your hero, highly encouraged. Join us as we transform the London Nelson theatre into a unique venue with floor seating around a raised wrestling ring. Hear the original text of Shakespeare is a new light, in the way it was meant -- direct, to the common masses, encouraging you to hoot, holler, and participate in the story that unfolds. Switching between arguments in the ring and a live camera backstage, with scenes and soliloquies punctuated by five fully staged fights, this show is like no Shakespeare play you've ever seen. Hosted by Angela Rangel, this full length production will include unique (and hilarious) merch, concessions you'll be allowed to consume in the theatre, and even the opportunity to craft your own pithy sign once you decide whose side you're really on. Sing along with Falstaff, jeer Hotspur's squad as they pass next to you, and watch the sweat fly from our fighting cast as you watch thus one weekend only production created by an amazing cast, crew, and creatives.
Sep
28
Salsa or ChaCha Mondays, 9/21 & 28, in Capitola
๐ Mid County Social Center
๐ 6:15 PM โ 8:30 PM ยท $10
2 Mondays of Latin Social Dance in September, Salsa, level1 and Cha Cha level 2, at the Mid County Social Center in Capitola with Becky Adams. 6:15-7:15 - Salsa social dance for the absolute beginner. If you love the music, come join us to learn the basics of this fun dance. 7:30-8:30 - ChaCha 2, will move you into fun, useable Intermediate combinations to add to your social dance repertoire. If you know Cha Cha basics, or have taken Salsa 2 and know the 'triple step' come and join us. Singles or couples all ages welcome.
Sep
28
Motion Pacific: Adult Intermediate Contemporary Jazz
๐ Motion Pacific at The London Nelson Community Center
๐ 6:30 PM โ 8:00 PM ยท See listing
This is Motion Pacific's intermediate level contemporary jazz dance class.
Sep
28
Hosted Board Game Night: Playtest Catfish โ 2026-09-28
๐ The Cruz Room
๐ 6:30 PM ยท See listing
6:30pm ยท Playtest the game Catfish at 6:30pm! Learn how to play with co-designer, Jeremy Parker, & help shape this game! Compete against other cats in this party card-lane battler! Host: Jeremy Parker. Local Designer! Part of Hosted Board Game Night (6 - 8pm) โ library of 30+ games, raffle, merch & a Learn to Play featured game demo at 6:30pm with The Game Night Collective. Trivia 8 - 10pm.
Sep
28
Come hang out in the secret garden and have some laughs, EVERY MONDAY NIGHT. Featuring comedians from all over the area and beyond.
Sep
28
Enhancing Energy, Increasing Vitality - Bodywork & Self-care Exercises
๐ Hummingbird Valley Retreat Center
๐ 7:00 PM โ 8:30 PM ยท $20
A new 6-week series, beginning Monday, September 14. Each session builds on the one before it, inviting you to let go of tension, balance your nervous system, and learn how you can move through life without draining your energy during unexpected or uncomfortable events. Itโs for the busy parent who feels depleted, the professional who is chronically tired, those healing from a stressful time of life, and anyone wishing to relate to life with more positivity, energy and enthusiasm. In the non-judgmental atmosphere of Breema, the series will support you to: โnotice where you drain energy and fall into habitual patterns, relationships, fear, and anxiety โdiscover new, more harmonious ways of relating to these aspects of ourselves โlearn simple bodywork treatments that support you to be present, and that you can practice on friends and family, and Self-Breema exercises that you can do during the day $20 per class or $100/series Open to all levels Youโll need to be reasonably comfortable moving and working on a padded floor with other participants. Wear comfortable long pants and socks. No fragrances, please. Class dates include: 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/19, 10/26. Please note no class 10/12 due to Breema Intensive in Oakland. For more information, please contact Hummingbird Valley Retreat Center at (510) 455-8008, or by emailing us at [email protected]. Continuing Education may be available for this event. Visit breema.info/ce for more information and to sign up. Instructors: Alexandra Johnson, MD, Kevin Johnson and Dena Ehrlich
Sep
28
Ronstadt Revolution: Linda Ronstadt Tribute
๐ The Audrey Stanley Grove at DeLaveaga Park
๐ 7:00 PM ยท See listing
For those lucky enough to grow up listening to Linda Ronstadt, it isnโt hyperbole to refer to her as the Queen of Country Rock. Bringing that big personality to the stage takes a special performer and Natalie Amaya tributes Ronstadt with note perfect renditions of Ronstadtโs songs from every part of her career. Amaya appeared on American Idol and tours throughout Northern California with several bands. โBlue Bayouโ will give you chills, remembering one of the greatest performers of the last 100 years. -DNA; Good Times Santa Cruz
Sep
28
FREE IN-STORE EVENT: Bookshop Santa Cruz welcomes New York Times bestselling author Joseph Fink (Welcome to Night Vale, Alice Isn't Dead) for a reading and signing of The Nudge, a new horror novell...
Sep
28
Contact Improv dance session at The 418 Project in Santa Cruz, offered weekly on Mondays.
Sep
28
8 - 10pm ยท Weekly trivia night โ gather your team and come test your knowledge!
Sep
29
Soft Pastel Painting runs in six week intervals taught by instructor Sarah Orre. A short demo will be taught the first class meeting with reference photos that will teach color theory, underpainting, texture, layering, and movement. Students are encouraged to bring additional reference photos for inspiration. Participants bring their own soft pastels (not oils), and sanded paper. The remainder of the class meetings are used for studio time. The last day we have a group peer review to discuss our work and give and receive feedback.
Sep
29
Cypress Health Institute Certified Massage Therapist Program
Sep
29
Join us for a drop-in clinic to plan for your future at the Watsonville Senior Center! Registration is optional, and not required! Receive on-site assistance and information on Advance Healthcare Directives, simple wills, and Powers of Attorney. For ages 60+ residing in Santa Cruz or San Benito county.
Sep
29
Trans Day of Remembrance Trans Memorial Quilt Contributions (Craft Day) - Wisdom Workshops @ TDC
๐ 1117 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA
๐ 10:00 AM โ 12:00 PM ยท See listing
Date: Every Tuesday, except Holidays Time: 10am - 12:00 pm Location: The Diversity Center Event Description: Join your community every Tuesday between 10am-12pm at the Diversity Center. Nic is ready with a different activity or workshop each week, and volunteers are on hand with snacks, beverages, and community. September Activities: September 1: LGBTQIA2S+ Jeopardy with Nic Come back for another round of Jeopardy! Pick your teams and play for prizes! September 8: Movie Bingo - โBut Iโm a Cheerleaderโ with Nic Watch along and play a round of the TDC class movie bingo! September 15: Music Bingo - Songs About Places Music bingo is back - this time featuring only songs about places. All fun, no competition! September 22: Demystifying Preplanning: A Workshop with Santa Cruz Memorial Though no one likes to talk about preplanning memorials, itโs important to make sure your wishes are followed and that your loved ones donโt need to deal with more uncertainty. Come have a stress-free and enlig
Sep
29
Roaring Camp Railroads: Redwood Forest Steam Train
๐ Roaring Camp Railroads
๐ 10:30 AM โ 3:00 PM ยท $26.45
Travel over trestles, through towering redwood groves and up a winding narrow-gauge grade to the summit of Bear Mountain as conductors narrate the history of Roaring Camp, the railroad and the forest.
Sep
29
The Daisy Nonprofit Store's Annual Autumn Sale
๐ The Daisy Store
๐ 10:30 AM โ 4:30 PM ยท FREE
The Family Service Agency of the Central Coast announced that The Upscale-Resale Nonprofit Daisy Store will celebrate autumn with a week-long sale. Everything in the store is 50% off. All proceeds benefit Family Service Agency programs.
Sep
29
Tuesday, September 29 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm Are you stuck with a technology question? You can make a free appointment with a tech savvy library staff member!
Sep
29
Tuesday, September 29 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm Join us Tuesdays at Aptos Library to learn, play, and compete in Backgammon! All skill levels welcome - enjoy strategy, fun, and friendly competition in a relaxed social setting.
Sep
29
Tuesday, September 29 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm Are you stuck with a technology question? You can make a free appointment with a tech savvy library staff member!
Sep
29
Tuesday, September 29 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm Are you stuck with a technology question? You can make a free appointment with a tech savvy library staff member!
Sep
29
Tuesday, September 29 2026 10:30am - 11:30am Baby Story Time is a sweet introduction to stories, songs, rhymes, and lap play, thoughtfully designed to nurture early literacy and bonding.
Sep
29
Tuesday, September 29 2026 10:30am - 11:00am A fun and interactive dance program for children ages 2-5. Come dance with us!
Sep
29
Tuesday, September 29 2026 11:00am - 11:25am Come join Librarian Emily for stories, songs, and lots of fun for toddlers and their caregivers in our beautiful, newly-renovated Scotts Valley Library Branch every Tuesday at 11am.
Sep
29
Tuesday, September 29 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm Puppets, Songs and toys, Oh My!
Sep
29
Latin American & Latino Studies Ph.D. Program Information Sessions
๐ UC Santa Cruz
๐ 12:00 PM โ 1:00 PM ยท See listing
An interdisciplinary department that centers the interconnected experiences and perspectives of Latin American and Latinx communities. This program provides rigorous training in disciplinary and interdisciplinary theory and research methods to investigate transnational processes that link the Americas. We especially invite applications from students interested in: Transnationalisms, Migration, and Displacement Intersectionality, Identities, and Inequalities Culture, Power, and Knowledge Collective Action, Social Movements, and Social Change Session 1: Tuesday, September 29, noon-1pm Learn about our interdisciplinary and hemispheric approach and major research areas Hear from faculty and graduate students about their scholarship Ask questions about the program and UC Santa Cruz Session 2: Tuesday, November 17, noon-1pm Learn about the Ph.D. program curriculum and structure Hear from the Graduate Director and Graduate Program Coordinator Ask questions about the application process RSVP to one or both sessions using our Google Form >>
Sep
29
Student Health Services Scavenger Hunt
๐ Health Center (Student Health Center)
๐ 12:00 PM โ 2:00 PM ยท See listing
Welcome to UCSC! Explore UCSC Student Health Services (SHS), collect stamps at each department, and win free swag plus entry into a grand prize drawing! Drop by the Student Health Center for an interactive Scavenger Hunt to get familiar with all the health and wellness resources available to you on campus. Pick up your official Scavenger Hunt Passport at the Welcome Table, then tour stations across the facilityโincluding the Medical Clinic, Pharmacy, CAPS, Insurance Office, Lab, and X-Ray. Meet our staff, learn how to access services, and get your passport stamped along the way. Event Highlights โข Free SHS Swag: Complete all stations to take home water bottles, chapstick, lens cleaner, toothbrushes, stickers, and stress balls. โข Grand Prize Drawing: Every finished passport earns an entry to win a $50.00 Amazon gift card ! โข Open to All: Available to all UCSC students with no advance registration required. Event Details โข Date: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 โข Time: 12โ2 p.m. โข Location: UCSC Student Health Center (Welcome Table at Main Entrance) โข Cost: Free! You Belong Here: The programs and services described here are open to all, consistent with state and federal law, as well as the University of Californiaโs nondiscrimination policies. Every initiativeโwhether a student service, faculty program, or community eventโis designed to be accessible, inclusive, and respectful of all identities. To learn more, please visit UC Nondiscrimination Statement or Nondiscrimination Policy for UC Publications .
Sep
29
CLAY INDEPENDENT LAB TIME
๐ Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center
๐ 12:00 PM โ 4:00 PM ยท See listing
0 booked, 4 available Glazing
Sep
29
Tuesday, September 29 2026 11:30am - 1:00pm Housing navigation services for people experiencing homelessness.
Sep
29
Downsizing Without the Overwhelm: 10 Simple Steps to Start Today
๐ Scotts Valley Senior Center
๐ 12:30 PM โ 2:00 PM ยท FREE
Join us for the second session in Living on Your Terms, a four-part series presented by Heart Centered Transitions on smart planning for the next chapter. Each session stands on its own, so come to one or join us for all. Handouts from previous sessions will be available at the Senior Center. Downsizing Without the Overwhelm: 10 Simple Steps to Start Today Downsizing can feel overwhelmingโespecially when you donโt know where to begin. In this practical, interactive session, weโll break the process into manageable steps to help you get started and keep moving forward. Youโll learn: Where to begin when you donโt know where to start Practical strategies for deciding what to keep, give, donate, or let go How to make steady progress without becoming overwhelmed You donโt have to be planning a move to benefit. Downsizing now can help simplify your home and your lifeโand make future decisions easier.
Sep
29
The Felton Farmersโ Market is a treasured weekly gathering place โ started in 1987 it is the second longest running market in Santa Cruz County. SCCFM took over operations in 2009 and our team has developed deep ties to the community. Every Tuesday a quality collection of regional farms and food businesses throw up their tents to sell a colorful array of fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, artisanal bread, seafood and other staple foods. Connecting residents directly with local farms, the Felton Market is an essential part of the regional food system as well as a resource for nutritious organic foods and basic agricultural education.
Sep
29
The Felton Farmersโ Market is a treasured weekly gathering May through October, now running for over 30 years. We appreciate the dedicated customers who call this market a second home. Your support of regional agriculture and small, local businesses makes a difference. The Felton Farmersโ Market was started in 1987 and is the second oldest market in Santa Cruz County. SCCFM took over operations in 2009 and our team has developed deep ties to the community. Every Tuesday a quality collection of regional farms and food businesses throw up their tents to sell a colorful array of fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, artisanal bread, seafood and other staple foods. Connecting residents directly with local farms, the Felton Market is an essential part of the regional food system as well as a resource for nutritious organic foods and basic agricultural education.
Sep
29
Tuesday, September 29 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm Practice your English and make new friends!
Sep
29
Fall 2026 Afterschool & Maker Sundays at SCMS!
๐ Santa Cruz Maker Studios
๐ 3:00 PM โ 5:00 PM ยท $37
Fall Semester Maker Classes (August 11 โ December 20, 2026) Join us for a semester of hands-on creativity at SC Maker Studios! Students explore 3D printing, laser engraving, woodworking, sewing, robotics, beading, arts & crafts, and more, creating projects to take home each week. All materials are included (except electronic robot components). Weekly Class Times: Youth (Ages 6ยฝโ12) Tuesdays: 3:00โ5:00 PM Wednesdays: 1:00โ3:00 PM & 3:00โ5:00 PM Thursdays: 3:00โ5:00 PM Sundays: 10:00 AMโ12:00 PM Teens (Ages 11โ17) Sundays: 12:30โ2:30 PM Register for the full semester to reserve your spot [https://scmakerstudios.com/fall-semester-2026/], or join us for individual Maker Sunday drop-in sessions [https://scmakerstudios.com/sunday-maker-registration/]. Spaces are limited!
Sep
29
Youth Bloom Studio Art with Sarah Orre, nurtures creativity, confidence, and curiosity through hands-on learning. Each class encourages young artists to explore new materials, techniques, and ideas while building foundational art skills in a supportive studio environment. From painting and drawing to air dry clay and mixed media, students learn to see like artists and express their own unique voice. Enroll in as many sessions as you like!
Sep
29
Tuesday, September 29 2026 3:00pm - 4:30pm Make and explore STEAM possibilities at Scotts Valley Branch Library! .
Sep
29
R.E.A.D.: Reach Every Amazing Detail @Garfield Park
๐ Santa Cruz Public Libraries
๐ 4:00 PM ยท See listing
Tuesday, September 29 2026 3:00pm - 5:00pm R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment, call 831-427-7713
Sep
29
R.E.A.D.: Reach Every Amazing Detail @ Live Oak
๐ Santa Cruz Public Libraries
๐ 4:00 PM ยท See listing
Tuesday, September 29 2026 3:00pm - 5:00pm R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. R.E.A.D. ofrece instrucciรณn individual de comprensiรณn lectora para los grados 1 a 12.
Sep
29
Kids Class: Te Hau Nui School of Hula and Tahitian Dance
๐ The 418 Project
๐ 4:00 PM โ 5:00 PM ยท See listing
Weekly kids' classes in traditional hula and Tahitian dance, led by Te Hau Nui School at The 418 Project in Santa Cruz.
Sep
29
Junior Animal Care Team (Ages 11+) Ready to level up your animal skills? If you love animals and want real, hands-on experience, the Junior Animal Care Team gives you the chance to go behind the scenes at the Santa Cruz SPCA! Start with a three-week training program where youโll learn how to safely support shelter animals and prepare for your role on the team. Each session includes one hour of hands-on animal care projectsโcreating enrichment, preparing supplies, and helping support the shelter teamโfollowed by one hour socializing with our shelter animals. After graduating, youโll become a Junior Animal Care Team Member, returning for ongoing sessions to build your skills, take on more responsibility, and make a real difference for animals in need. A progressive step before becoming an SPCA volunteerโperfect for future animal care professionals and passionate animal advocates! Junior Animal Care Team Training: Tuesday 4pm-6pm (September โ May) Junior Animal Care Team Sessions: Thursday 4pm-6pm (September โ May)
Sep
29
Tuesday, September 29 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm Aptos Youth Chess Club. Open to players ages 6 to 18 with knowledge of basic rules (how the pieces move). Instructor is Chess Master Dana Mackenzie.
Sep
29
Tuesday, September 29 2026 3:45pm - 5:45pm An exciting four-week STEM adventure designed for kids 8-12! This four-week series meets weekly from September 22nd through October 13th. Registration is required.
Sep
29
Kaika Class: Te Hau Nui School of Hula and Tahitian Dance
๐ The 418 Project
๐ 5:00 PM โ 6:00 PM ยท See listing
A weekly hula and Tahitian dance class with the Te Hau Nui school, exploring Polynesian movement and tradition.
Sep
29
Wing Chun martial arts classes with instructor Marcus at The 418 Project in Santa Cruz, meeting multiple times per week.
Sep
29
A weekly music jam session in downtown Santa Cruz, featuring lights and fun for all musicians.
Sep
29
Wahine Advanced Class: Te Hau Nui School of Hula and Tahitian Dance
๐ The 418 Project
๐ 6:00 PM โ 7:00 PM ยท See listing
Advanced hula and Tahitian dance class for experienced dancers. Part of Te Hau Nui School's curriculum.
Sep
29
Trivia Night at Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing
๐ Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing
๐ 6:30 PM โ 8:00 PM ยท FREE
Hugging Porcupines Productions presents Trivia Night, every Tuesday evening at Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing. Trivia is always free to play. Grab your team and challenge yourself to 6 rounds of fun trivia.
Sep
29
Beginning adult ceramics with instructor Nora Sarkissian. Learn the basics of hand building, pinch, and coil. Nora will provide demos and projects as well as time for independent clay creation. Class is held at Redwood and Ranunculus downtown Felton. Tuesdays, 6-8:30 PM $234 for 6 weeks (7% service fee due at checkout) plus a $20 material fee due to instructor at first class Clay, glazes, and tools provided. Session I: August 18, 25, Sept 1, 8, 15, 22 Session II: Sept 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov 3
Sep
29
CHP Start Smart Driving Education for Teens & their Parents
๐ Santa Cruz Public Libraries
๐ 6:30 PM ยท See listing
Tuesday, September 29 2026 5:30pm - 7:00pm CHP's free Start Smart class helps teens and parents prepare for safe driving. Learn rules of the road, license requirements, and safe practices. Register with CHP Santa Cruz: 831-219-0200.
Sep
29
Get those gears turning, grab one of our 16 beers on tap, and join us for Trivia Tuesdays at Discretion! Every Tuesday 6:30-8:00pm. Hosted by Michael Cahalan. No sign-ups required - just come a little early to snag a table in the beer garden. Free to play | Prizes | Up to 6 per team
Sep
29
Santa Cruz Opera Project: La Boheme
๐ The Audrey Stanley Grove at DeLaveaga Park
๐ 7:00 PM ยท $25
Community Revels: The Santa Cruz Opera Project presents La Bohรจme The Santa Cruz Opera Project connects people to the beauty and power of opera by innovating and creating accessible experiences for all. La Bohรจme is a timeless masterpiece that inspired later works such as RENT and Moulin Rouge, and continues to captivate hearts and minds. Originally set in the bohemian quarters of Paris, this opera portrays the universal human experiences of passion, longing, and the pursuit of dreams. It serves as a reminder that the struggles, aspirations, and joys depicted within its framework transcend time and place. One night only: Tuesday, September 29 @ 7PM Santa Cruz Shakespeare's Community Revels are special performances by local area artists, held on select Tuesday nights at the Audrey Stanley Grove in DeLaveaga Park, offering a lively, intimate alternative to the main repertory season.
Sep
29
0 booked, 7 available
Sep
29
"Party"
Sep
29
Presented by Celtic Society of the Monterey Bay
Sep
29
Come help us celebrate Tรฉadaโs 25th Anniversary of touring as one of Ireland's leading traditional bands! The five members of the band are fiddle player Oisรญn Mac Diarmada, button accordion player Paul Finn, Damien Stenson performs on flute, Samantha Harvey, piano/dance, Seรกn Mc Elwain who switches between the bouzouki and guitar and bodhrรกn player Tristan Rosenstock. You will undoubtedly recognize fiddler Oisรญn Mac Diarmada, if you have attended an Irish Christmas In America concert. A leading exponent of Irish traditional music, Tรฉada is driven by a fascination for the timeless, expressive force of music inherited from previous generations of musicians. An Irish band with a truly worldwide reach, Tรฉada has frequently appeared as headliners at major music festivals throughout the US, Canada, Mexico, Europe, Africa, Russia, Israel and Australia. Highlights include a 30,000-capacity stadium concert in Brittany, along with performances at Penang World Music Festival in Malaysia, Edmonton Folk Festival in Canada, Harare International Festival of the Arts in Zimbabwe, and the Milwaukee Irish Festival. The group also received an invitation from the Irish Embassy in Rome during 2008 to perform at a commemorative event marking the 400th anniversary of the landmark event in Irish history known as The Flight of the Earls. With engaging textural arrangements, Tรฉada, which means "strings", will have you dancing in your seat. Tickets: celticsociety.org members: $27 non-members: $31.25 student/child: $15.25
Sep
29
Free live music every Tuesday night with the Del Mar Trio at Callahan's in Santa Cruz.
Sep
29
Aldous Harding:: Rio Theatre Santa Cruz 9/29
๐ Rio Theatre for the Performing Arts
๐ 8:00 PM ยท $46.13
Aldous Harding comes to Santa Cruz for a special performance at Rio Theatre.
Sep
30
Busy
Sep
30
7pm sign-ups ยท Weekly pinball competition for players of all skill levels.
Sep
30
Horses are deeply attuned to nonverbal cues; our posture, breath, and inner state shape how they respond. When weโre centered, they notice. This gentle, horse aligned class explores the power of postureโand how we show up . Through foundational Pilates-based movement, youโll deepen postural alignment, improve stability, and cultivate a calm, grounded presence.No experience needed.$10/class Free with membership: https://beyondliberty.org/groupwellnessmembership
Sep
30
Bio-Vibe Table: Sound & Vibration Wellness Sessions
๐ Soulcare Studios
๐ 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. โจ Potential Benefits: โข Encourages deep relaxation โข Supports better sleep โข Helps relieve muscle & joint tension โข Supports a calmer nervous system โข Helps reduce everyday stress Sessions & Pricing: ๐ฟ 60-Minute Full-Body Session: $120 Package of 4: $400 ๐ฟ 30-Minute Focused Session: $65 Package of 4: $200 ๐ Available Wednesdays & Sundays Other days are available upon request. ๐ SoulCare Studios 8035 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA Scan the QR code on the flyer to book your session.
Sep
30
Grab a free cup of coffee* and chat with Provost Aims at Coffee with the Provost! Most Wednesdays through the Fall Quarter! 9:00-11:00am Meet us for (free) coffee, tea, breakfast snacks and good conversation outside the Merrill College Office, across from the mailroom. *Fair trade, organic, local women owned Alta Organic Roasting Company
Sep
30
Start your Wednesday morning with movement, mindfulness, and authentic Himalayan yogic wisdom at Soul Care Studios. ๐งโจ Join Yogi Laxman Panthi for a weekly Vinyasa Yoga practice that reaches beyond the physical poses and creates space to connect the body, breath, and mind. With four decades of experience, Laxman has taught yoga and meditation around the world and trained hundreds of yoga teachers. Originally from Nepal, he brings authentic Himalayan yogic wisdom and decades of knowledge to each practice. Laxman is also co-author of The Pose and Beyond: Yoga Philosophy, Meditation, and Ancient Wisdom. ๐ Wednesdays โฐ 9:15โ10:15 AM ๐ Soul Care Studios | Aptos Come begin your Wednesday with an intentional hour of movement, breath, and connection.
Sep
30
A free weekly dance jam for babies and their caregivers at The 418 Project in Santa Cruz, with movement, music, and play in a joyful environment.
Sep
30
Wednesday, September 30 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm Dignity Mobile Wellness Clinic and Santa Cruz Public Libraries are partnering to offer services that support the health of patrons with weekly Wednesday visits to the Scotts Valley branch library.
Sep
30
Roaring Camp Railroads: Redwood Forest Steam Train
๐ Roaring Camp Railroads
๐ 10:30 AM โ 3:00 PM ยท $26.45
Travel over trestles, through towering redwood groves and up a winding narrow-gauge grade to the summit of Bear Mountain as conductors narrate the history of Roaring Camp, the railroad and the forest.
Sep
30
The Daisy Nonprofit Store's Annual Autumn Sale
๐ The Daisy Store
๐ 10:30 AM โ 4:30 PM ยท FREE
The Family Service Agency of the Central Coast announced that The Upscale-Resale Nonprofit Daisy Store will celebrate autumn with a week-long sale. Everything in the store is 50% off. All proceeds benefit Family Service Agency programs.
Sep
30
A bilingual lap-sit storytime for babies and toddlers, with songs, rhymes, and books in English and Spanish.
Sep
30
Cyber-Seniors Digital Literacy Series
๐ Scotts Valley Branch Library
๐ 10:30 AM โ 12:00 PM ยท See listing
A 12 week series on Wednesdays from 10:30AM-12PM that introduces foundational digital literacy concepts and teaches useful digital skills. August 19: What is a VPN and Do You Need One? August 26: Smartwatches Made Simple September 2: AI Powered Art September 9: Music Streaming Made Simple September 16: Podcasts Made Easy: Listen to Your Favorite Topics Anytime September 23: Your Story, Your Legacy: Preserving Memories with Spoken Records September 30: Tech Settings That Help With Accessibility October 7: Using Emergency Features on Your Phone October 14: Intro to Facebook October 21: Intro to Instagram Registration required. Must register for each class individually. https://santacruzpl.libnet.info/events?term=cyber+seniors&d=2026-07-30&r=range&start=2026-08-01&end=2026-11-01 Come join Dara Brady, a local instructor with the digital literacy organization Cyber-Seniors, for a weekly digital literacy course! Each class includes a lesson on the topics below, Q&A time, and one-on-one tech support. Participants are encouraged to bring a notebook, pen/pencil, and whatever tech device they want to learn on: (a laptop, tablet, and/or smart phone) and the charger for that device. If they don't have a device, they can still participate and Dara can get them one to use for the class. All classes run on Wednesday mornings from 10:30AM to 12PM in the Fireside Room except for the first and last sessions, which will take place in Study Room A.
Sep
30
Wednesday, September 30 2026 10:00am - 1:00pm This 6-session series is an opportunity to evaluate your skills, talents and experiences through a new lens.
Sep
30
Wednesday, September 30 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm Are you stuck with a technology question? You can make a free appointment with a tech savvy library staff member!
Sep
30
Preschool Storytime @ the Garfield Park Branch Library
๐ Santa Cruz Public Libraries
๐ 11:30 AM ยท See listing
Wednesday, September 30 2026 10:30am - 11:00am Join us at the Garfield Park Branch Library for Storytime!
Sep
30
Wednesday, September 30 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm Get ready to learn about planting your fall garden!
Sep
30
A bilingual storytime for toddlers with stories, songs, and rhymes in English and Spanish, promoting early literacy and language skills.
Sep
30
Wednesday, September 30 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm A 12 week series on Wednesdays from 10:30AM-12PM that introduces foundational digital literacy concepts and teaches useful digital skills. Classes conducted in-person with an instructor via Zoom.
Sep
30
Toddler & Preschool Storytime at Boulder Creek
๐ Santa Cruz Public Libraries
๐ 12:00 PM ยท See listing
Wednesday, September 30 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm Come join us for stories, songs, and lots of fun for toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers in our beautiful Boulder Creek Library Branch every Wednesday at 11am.
Sep
30
Wednesday, September 30 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm Join us for great stories followed by a hands-on craft.
Sep
30
Preschool Storytime and Stay & Play @ Capitola
๐ Santa Cruz Public Libraries
๐ 12:00 PM ยท See listing
Wednesday, September 30 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm Join us for Story Time featuring songs, rhymes, and stories designed to help preschoolers develop early literacy skills.
Sep
30
Moving in Harmony with Life - Self-care Exercises for Vitality and Balance
๐ Hummingbird Valley
๐ 12:00 PM โ 12:45 PM ยท FREE
Instructors: Alexandra Johnson, MD, Kevin Johnson and Dena Ehrlich We spend much of our time being sedentary, lost in our minds. Yet each movement you make throughout your day is an opportunity to be present. Self-Breema exercises are simple and dynamic, and offer a direct experience of body-mind connection. As you practice in class, you increase your ability to be present during your day. You will leave class nurtured, revitalized, and with newfound positivity! You are also welcome to drop in to this class in person at Hummingbird Valley (free of charge; no registration required). Registration for the online attendance of this class is available via the ticket link. Registering for in-person or online is completely free.
Sep
30
Engineering Teaching Community (Faculty)
๐ Jack Baskin Engineering
๐ 12:00 PM โ 1:00 PM ยท See listing
During the chaos of a quarter, is it hard to find time to reflect and improve as an instructor? Would you like to be a part of an inclusive, supportive group of engineering instructors who do this in community? ETC is for sharing teaching experiences, classroom ideas, research on learning, and methods that support instructors and students. All are welcome, and lunch is provided. Please reach out to Jenny Quynn with questions.
Sep
30
The Mindful U: Finding Calm, Clarity + Connection in a Chaotic World
๐ UC Santa Cruz
๐ 12:00 PM โ 1:00 PM ยท FREE
The Mindful U: Finding Calm, Clarity + Connection in a Chaotic World With Jessica Sanam Hekmat Thursday, Sept. 30, 2025 | Noon PT Virtual via Zoom Hosted by the UCLA Alumni Association, open to all UC alumni This interactive session, led by career coach Jessica Sanam Hekmat, invites participants to pause and reset to cultivate presence and self-awareness as they navigate professional and personal demands. Weโll explore practical mindfulness tools and reflective prompts designed to foster resilience, regulate stress and re-energize focus. The conversation will balance strategy and self-inquiry, and weโll ground ourselves together in real time through guided breathwork, reflection, and visualization. Participants will leave with practical ways to reconnect to their values and sense of purpose, even when the external environment feels unpredictable. LEARN MORE & REGISTER
Sep
30
Downtown Santa Cruz: Farmers Market
๐ Downtown Farmersโ Market
๐ 12:30 PM โ 5:00 PM ยท See listing
The Downtown Santa Cruz Market runs year-round on Wednesdays, 1-5pm year round. Our largest and oldest market, it is situated in the heart of Downtown Santa Cruz, one block off of Pacific Avenue. Established in 1990, many of the farms that sell here were and remain pillars of the organic and ecological farming movement. This is the place to eat with the seasons! The variety of fruits, vegetables, flowers, pastured meats and other products is swoon worthy. The Downtown Market also spotlights a large variety of up-and-coming, unique cultural food businesses. This weekly spot may serve up the most diverse selection of ethnic foods in the county including naan and curry, Japanese fermented misos, Eritrean dishes, crepes, El Salvadorean pupusas, traditional Italian cookies, fish and chips and long-ferment fresh breads. Shopping at the Wednesday market is a wonderful way to support regional responsible farms and small local businesses. Fill your grocery bags! Then sit down for a delightful meal and rest your weary arms.
Sep
30
Motion Pacific: Dance for PD
๐ Motion Pacific at The Tannery World Dance and Cultural Center
๐ 1:00 PM โ 2:15 PM ยท FREE
Dance for Parkinsonโs at Motion Pacific is a class for people with Parkinsonโs Disease and their caretakers. The class is based on the innovative and internationally renowned Dance for PDยฎ program designed by the Mark Morris Dance Group and the Brooklyn Parkinson Group. Trained Dance for Parkinsonโs teachers use prompts and multiple dance styles to inspire movement, creative expression, and community. Dancers may sit in a chair, use a barre, or stand. Dance for Parkinsonโs at Motion Pacific is open and free to the public. Classes are appropriate for anyone with Parkinsonโs, no matter how advanced. Movement modifications will be made available and there is no dance experience required. Dance for Parkinsonโs is offered every Wednesday from 1:00pm to 2:15pm, with the exception of the first Wednesday of the month, during which class is not held. Classes are offered in-person, in the Lobby at The 418 Project.
Sep
30
Wednesday, September 30 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm Scotts Valley Branch Library's fun program allows tweens and teens to relax, hang out with friends and play games!
Sep
30
Crafternoons are back! โ๏ธ Get craft with family. Drop in to the Main Library between 2-5pm every Monday and Wednesday to make a craft together. Slow down, work with your hands, and get creative! Bring the family and join us for some creative fun! Audience: Families ยกRegresan las tardes de manualidades! โ๏ธ Se le invita a la Biblioteca Principal de 2-5pm todos los lunes y miรฉrcoles para hacer una manualidad en familia. ยกTรณmense su momento para relajarse, trabajar con las manos y dejar volar su creatividad! ยกTraigan a toda la familia y disfruten juntos de una tarde creativa! Audiencia: Familias
Sep
30
An afternoon craft session at the library, offering a relaxed space to work on creative projects.
Sep
30
Wednesday, September 30 2026 2:00pm - 5:00pm Are you stuck with a technology question? You can make a free appointment with a tech savvy library staff member!
Sep
30
Make & Explore @ Garfield Park
๐ Garfield Park Branch Library
๐ 3:00 PM โ 4:30 PM ยท See listing
Every week we will have a new project idea for you to build or explore. Projects will include Science, Arts & Crafts, including model building, and exploration of the environment around us. Children will need an adult present to help them. Expect to get messy!
Sep
30
Fall 2026 Afterschool & Maker Sundays at SCMS!
๐ Santa Cruz Maker Studios
๐ 3:00 PM โ 5:00 PM ยท $37
Fall Semester Maker Classes (August 11 โ December 20, 2026) Join us for a semester of hands-on creativity at SC Maker Studios! Students explore 3D printing, laser engraving, woodworking, sewing, robotics, beading, arts & crafts, and more, creating projects to take home each week. All materials are included (except electronic robot components). Weekly Class Times: Youth (Ages 6ยฝโ12) Tuesdays: 3:00โ5:00 PM Wednesdays: 1:00โ3:00 PM & 3:00โ5:00 PM Thursdays: 3:00โ5:00 PM Sundays: 10:00 AMโ12:00 PM Teens (Ages 11โ17) Sundays: 12:30โ2:30 PM Register for the full semester to reserve your spot [https://scmakerstudios.com/fall-semester-2026/], or join us for individual Maker Sunday drop-in sessions [https://scmakerstudios.com/sunday-maker-registration/]. Spaces are limited!
Sep
30
Wednesday, September 30 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm Every week we will have a new project idea for you to build or explore.
Sep
30
R.E.A.D.: Reach Every Amazing Detail @ Capitola
๐ Santa Cruz Public Libraries
๐ 4:00 PM ยท See listing
Wednesday, September 30 2026 3:00pm - 5:00pm R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment, call 831-427-7713
Sep
30
R.E.A.D.: Reach Every Amazing Detail @ Branciforte
๐ Santa Cruz Public Libraries
๐ 4:00 PM ยท See listing
Wednesday, September 30 2026 3:00pm - 5:00pm R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. R.E.A.D. ofrece instrucciรณn individual de comprensiรณn lectora para los grados 1 a 12.
Sep
30
R.E.A.D.: Reach Every Amazing Detail @ La Selva Beach
๐ Santa Cruz Public Libraries
๐ 4:00 PM ยท See listing
Wednesday, September 30 2026 3:00pm - 5:00pm R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment, call 831-427-7713
Sep
30
R.E.A.D.: Reach Every Amazing Detail @ Boulder Creek
๐ Santa Cruz Public Libraries
๐ 4:00 PM ยท See listing
Wednesday, September 30 2026 3:00pm - 5:00pm R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment, call 831-427-7713.
Sep
30
Every Wed from 4 to 8 pm at our Downtown Santa Cruz Tasting Room + Wine Bar Join us for a night of wigging out in Downtown Santa Cruz! Wear a wig, and weโll have a surprise for you. Weโll play cool music, games, trivia, and much more! Letโs wig out and keep Santa Cruz weird! Wig Out Wednesday Special: 2 empanadas and a glass of wine (Riesling, Rose, or Homestead) for $19.
Sep
30
PAWS Afterschool Club (Ages 7โ10) Looking for something fun to do after school? Love animals? Join PAWS and discover what it takes to care for shelter animals while making new friends and learning through hands-on activities! Each week, children enjoy one hour of fun animal-themed education and activities, followed by one hour socializing with our shelter animals. Theyโll learn about animal behavior, responsible pet care, shelter life, and safe animal handling before putting their new knowledge into practice by spending quality time helping our cats and dogs feel loved and confident. Children begin with PAWS Foundations, a three-week introductory program. After graduating, they become PAWS Ambassadors, returning for additional sessions to build new skills, spend more time with the animals, and take on greater responsibilities as they progress toward becoming future Santa Cruz SPCA volunteers. PAWS Foundations: Monday 4pm-6pm (September โ May) PAWS Ambassadors: Wednesday 4pm-6pm (September โ May)
Sep
30
Wednesday, September 30 2026 3:30pm - 5:30pm Learn how to craft, build, and survive in the world of Minecraft.edu. Ages 8 to 18
Sep
30
BioCharger & Vibrational Sound Table Healing Happy Hour
๐ Soulcare Studios
๐ 4:30 PM โ 6:00 PM ยท $25
Take a midweek pause and recharge your energy โจ Join us for BioCharger & Vibrational Sound Table Healing Happy Hourโa unique experience designed to support relaxation, recovery, and energetic balance. This drop-in session allows you to unwind, reset your nervous system, and leave feeling refreshed and aligned. ๐ Wednesdays | 4:30โ6:00 PM ๐ฒ $25 per session โ ๏ธ Limited to 15 spotsโreserve early
Sep
30
This is a clinic for Softball Athletes 12+, designed specific to athletes by athletes. Throughout three 4-week sessions, athletes will focus on every aspect of becoming a complete offensive player. We'll cover hitting mechanics, swing fundamentals, approach at the plate, pitch selection, live pitching, front toss, situational execution, base running, and the mental side of the game.
Sep
30
Wednesday, September 30 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm Lego Fun for Kids
Sep
30
Environmental Professionals Networking & Happy Hour
๐ Land Trust of Santa Cruz County
๐ 5:00 PM โ 7:00 PM ยท FREE
A casual happy hour for environmental professionals to connect, collaborate, and grow the community.
Sep
30
The Ultimate Business Mixer: Entrepreneurs, Professionals & Local Leaders
๐ Woodhouse Blending & Brewing
๐ 5:00 PM โ 8:00 PM ยท $23.18
Build relationships, grow visibility, and meet the people who can help move your business forward.
Sep
30
The World Cafe: Food, Tea, and Conversations that Matter
๐ Rachel Carson/Oakes Dining Hall
๐ 5:00 PM โ 7:00 PM ยท See listing
The World Cafรฉ โ food, tea, and conversations that matter. Every other Wednesday, 5โ7pm, RCC Dining Hall. All students welcome, every college and major. Free with a meal plan, or pay at the door. This quarter: Sept 30 โ Conversation Cafรฉ: What conversations matter to you this year? Oct 14 โ Activism Cafรฉ: How can we be more effective agents of social change? Oct 28 โ Mental Health Cafรฉ: How can we thrive together? Nov 11 โ Immigration & ICE Cafรฉ: What do we owe each other when neighbors are at risk? Hosted by the Right Livelihood Center at UCSC.
Sep
30
Join us for our TEN YEAR BIRTHDAY PARTY on Wednesday, Sept 30th, 5:30-8:30PM at the Cat & Cloud Roastery Lot (719 Swift St). DJ, food on sticks, games, a dunk-the-founders dunk tank, and an array of fun activities.
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