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Fri, Oct 2, 2026 Β· 6:30 PM

Treehouse Dispensary First Friday

πŸ“ Treehouse Dispensary Β· Soquel Β· FREE

First Friday: Costume Party Edition πŸ‘» Friday, October 2 Β· 7–10 PM Β· 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 (8–9:30 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 (7–10 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 (7–10 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 🍹 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 Β· 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 πŸ“ Soquel Details β†’
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Sun, Sep 27, 2026 Β· Samper Recital Hall

The Art Lande Trio

Art Lande (piano) β€” GΓΌnter Wehinger (flute) β€” Tim Wendel (guitar) WILLIAM WINANT - Percussion

Music πŸ“ Soquel
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Sun, Sep 27, 2026 Β· Discretion Brewing

Heather/Nelsen Duo

3:00-5:00pm Heather Norquist has been singing as long as she can remember. She has performed at restaurants and cafes throughout Santa Cruz, and she enjoys singing a wide array of songs including classics from the swing era, bossa nova, French cafe music and pop classics. Heather's vocal style is subtle, warm and delicate as she shares these beautiful songs with her audience. Nelsen Hutchison is a guitarist, educator, and composer who regularly performs with luminaries of the gypsy jazz (Hot Club of SF), swing (Gunhild Carling), and straight-ahead jazz traditions. In addition to being an active performer, Nelsen also teaches courses in guitar at Skyline College and is pursuing his PhD in Cross-Cultural Musicology at the University of California, Santa Cruz.

Music πŸ“ Soquel
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Sun, Sep 27, 2026 Β· Fast Eddy's Billiards Dart Room

Karaoke with Moondog

Sing your heart out! We will start at 3pm....ends when the cops show up or when I throw in the towel....No way you can be too late to get into the rotation.....We use Karafun, so the artists who own the songs get paid ROYALTIES via BMI or ASCAP. Venmo & TIP JAR FOR THE KJ. Beer and Wine , Bar Food Menu. Plenty of free parking.

Music πŸ“ Capitola
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Sun, Sep 27, 2026 Β· Spa Santangelo

Full Moon Meditation for September

πŸŒ• Full Moon Sound Bath & Guided Meditation 80-Minute Experience | Spa Santangelo, Felton, CA + Online Join Melissa at each Full Moon for a deeply restorative journey designed to help you reconnect, release, 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. You’ll be guided through Melissa’s Mystic Meditationsβ€”a thoughtfully curated journey inspired by the energy of the Full Moon: πŸŒ• Full Moon β€” LET GO Release what no longer serves you, clear stagnant energy, and create space for what’s next. The Full Moon offers an opportunity to reflect on what has come to fruition and consciously release what you’re ready to leave behind. Through meditation, sound, journaling, and fire release, allow yourself to let go and make room for renewed balance and clarity. 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. πŸ“š Extend Your Wellness Journey Continue exploring your path with offerings from The Groovy Goddess, including: ✨ In-person & online sessions πŸ“š Books 🎧 Guided meditations 🌿 Online transformational courses ✨ Come as you are. Leave feeling lighter, grounded, peaceful, and renewedβ€”ready to move forward with greater clarity.

Festivals πŸ“ San Lorenzo Valley

β˜€οΈ Happening today

Sunday, September 27

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

12:00 AM
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Take In: Featured Artist
πŸ“ Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center
Community
12:00 AM
See listing
Santa Cruz Triathlon
πŸ“ Santa Cruz Wharf
Outdoors
6:00 AM
$3000
The Art of Unwinding Wellness Retreat
πŸ“ La Bahia Hotel & Spa
Wellness
8:00 AM
See listing
Capitola Beach Festival
πŸ“ Capitola Village
Festivals
9:00 AM
$65
Bio-Vibe Table: Sound & Vibration Wellness Sessions
πŸ“ Soulcare Studios
Wellness
9:00 AM
See listing
Drop-in Meditation
πŸ“ Land of Medicine Buddha – In the Gompa
Community
9:00 AM
FREE
Live Oak: Farmers Market
πŸ“ Live Oak Farmers’ Market
Markets
9:00 AM
FREE
Live Oak Farmers' Market
πŸ“ East Cliff Village
Markets
10:00 AM
$245
Youth Robot Series - Santa Cruz Maker Studios
πŸ“ Santa Cruz Maker Studios
Family

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Sep
27

Karaoke with Moondog

πŸ“ Fast Eddy's Billiards Dart Room
πŸ•’ 3:00 PM Β· FREE

Sing your heart out! We will start at 3pm....ends when the cops show up or when I throw in the towel....No way you can be too late to get into the rotation.....We use Karafun, so the artists who own the songs get paid ROYALTIES via BMI or ASCAP. Venmo & TIP JAR FOR THE KJ. Beer and Wine , Bar Food Menu. Plenty of free parking.

Sep
27

Heather/Nelsen Duo

πŸ“ Discretion Brewing
πŸ•’ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Β· See listing

3:00-5:00pm Heather Norquist has been singing as long as she can remember. She has performed at restaurants and cafes throughout Santa Cruz, and she enjoys singing a wide array of songs including classics from the swing era, bossa nova, French cafe music and pop classics. Heather's vocal style is subtle, warm and delicate as she shares these beautiful songs with her audience. Nelsen Hutchison is a guitarist, educator, and composer who regularly performs with luminaries of the gypsy jazz (Hot Club of SF), swing (Gunhild Carling), and straight-ahead jazz traditions. In addition to being an active performer, Nelsen also teaches courses in guitar at Skyline College and is pursuing his PhD in Cross-Cultural Musicology at the University of California, Santa Cruz.

Music Food & Drink πŸ“ Soquel Details β†’
Sep
27

Ideal Bar and Grill: Salsa by the Sea

πŸ“ Ideal Bar & Grill
πŸ•’ 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM Β· FREE

Salsa By The Sea is a free, weekly outdoor salsa dancing event held near the wharf on Beach Street, at the Ideal Bar patio. The event runs all year long (except when it rains). Some weekends are Bachata by the Sea, with more bachata music played than salsa.

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Sep
27

60 Years of California Art by Phoenix & Arabeth

πŸ“ Freedom Art Barn
πŸ•’ 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM Β· FREE

β€œ60 Years of California Art,” a Phoenix & Arabeth retrospective exhibit of drawings, paintings and collages at the Freedom Art Barn in Freedom (Watsonville). The show runs Friday to Sunday, September 25-27th, 3-8 PM. There will be selected images in various media on display, from a vast body of work created continuously between 1967 and 2026, all at the new arts venue located at 371 Calabasas Road in south county.. β€œPhoenix & Arabeth” is the pen/brush name of Phoenix Dr Now. Phoenix has been working full time in California arts since 1967. Listed in Who's Who in America, Phoenix is primarily known for intricate ink drawings and colorful paintings published in books and calendars under his nome de plume, but he has produced a much wider range of art and design works in various media, as this exhibit beautifully demonstrates.

Sep
27

Authentic Connecting for Singles

πŸ“ Soulcare Studios
πŸ•’ 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM Β· $30

Looking to meet other singles in a more intentional and authentic way? Join us at Soul Care Studios for Authentic Connecting for Singles, an afternoon designed to create space for genuine conversation, meaningful connection, and community. Step beyond traditional small talk and spend time getting to know others in a relaxed and welcoming environment. πŸ“… Sunday, September 27 ⏰ 3:30–6:30 PM πŸ’° $30 per person 🎟️ Pre-registration required πŸ₯¨ Light snack provided πŸ“ Soul Care Studios 8035 Soquel Drive, #35 Aptos, CA For more information or to register, contact Catherine Anderson at [email protected]. Payment is available via Venmo or by scanning the QR code on the flyer.

Community Wellness πŸ“ Soquel Details β†’
Sep
27

Full Moon Meditation for September

πŸ“ Spa Santangelo
πŸ•’ 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM Β· $55

πŸŒ• Full Moon Sound Bath & Guided Meditation 80-Minute Experience | Spa Santangelo, Felton, CA + Online Join Melissa at each Full Moon for a deeply restorative journey designed to help you reconnect, release, 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. You’ll be guided through Melissa’s Mystic Meditationsβ€”a thoughtfully curated journey inspired by the energy of the Full Moon: πŸŒ• Full Moon β€” LET GO Release what no longer serves you, clear stagnant energy, and create space for what’s next. The Full Moon offers an opportunity to reflect on what has come to fruition and consciously release what you’re ready to leave behind. Through meditation, sound, journaling, and fire release, allow yourself to let go and make room for renewed balance and clarity. 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. πŸ“š Extend Your Wellness Journey Continue exploring your path with offerings from The Groovy Goddess, including: ✨ In-person & online sessions πŸ“š Books 🎧 Guided meditations 🌿 Online transformational courses ✨ Come as you are. Leave feeling lighter, grounded, peaceful, and renewedβ€”ready to move forward with greater clarity.

Sep
27

Paint & Sip

πŸ“ Mission West Bar
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Β· $42.5

πŸ₯‚ 🎨 9/27 🍻🍹🍸 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 πŸ–ΌοΈ This is A GUIDED LOCAL LANDSCAPE ACRYLIC PAINTING WORKSHOP EXPERIENCE: πŸ–ŒοΈ Explore shading, depth, & layering techniques. As well as many tips to help you feel comfortable using creative materials. 🎨 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. You’re 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 🍻🍸🍹πŸ₯‚πŸΎ LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE πŸ’Έ $45 or 2 for $85 🎟️ RSVP TXT β€œMWEST” [818.489.0988](tel:818.489.0988) πŸ’« GOOD VIBES ONLY ✌🏼 πŸŒ™ ALL ARE WELCOME 21+ 🫢 🌞 RELAX & UNWIND ✨ 🌟 CONNECT WITH YOURSELF & THE COMMUNITY ⚑️ UNLEASH YOUR INNER CHILD & AWAKEN YOUR SPIRIT 🌬️ BREATHE, BE PRESENT & LIVE IN THE MOMENT! πŸ¦β€πŸ”₯ ACTIVATE YOUR WELL BEING 🧠 πŸ«€ ENGAGE IN A MINDFUL & INTENTIONAL EXPERIENCE 🎨 Creative self care & a healing meditative wellness experience through art, music and community! 🫢 This space is completely safe. Here to help guide, support, & encourage your unique creative expression experience! ✨✨✨ πŸ™ πŸ™Œ 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! 🫢✨ Art therapy Paint & Sip Creative expression Acrylic workshop Art & wellness Support local #santacruzevents #santacruz #santacruzart #santacruzartist #artisthedeeperyou

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Sep
27

HoneyBee Β· Sat 9/27, 7p, $25

πŸ“ The Ugly Mug
πŸ•’ 7:00 PM Β· $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. ο»Ώ Money collected at the door. Beer, wine, coffee, etc available, plus the regular Ugly Mug food ο»Ώ 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

πŸ“ Santa Cruz Dance Theater
πŸ•’ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Β· $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.

Music Art & Culture πŸ“ Soquel Details β†’
Sep
27

Private Lives by Noel Coward, presented by Santa Cruz Shakespeare

πŸ“ The Audrey Stanley Grove at DeLaveaga
πŸ•’ 7:00 PM Β· See listing

There’s a thin line between love and hate and sometimes, it’s the barrier between balconies. That’s the premise of Noel Coward’s 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 Cupid’s 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

Sleep

πŸ“ The Catalyst
πŸ•’ 8:00 PM Β· FREE

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, β€œDopesmoker.” 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

Coffee with the Curators

πŸ“ Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History
πŸ•’ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Β· 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

Reading Poems Together

πŸ“ Capitola Branch Library
πŸ•’ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Β· See listing

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

Art & Culture Community πŸ“ Capitola Details β†’
Sep
28

The Spoken Experience

πŸ“ Capitola Branch Library
πŸ•’ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Β· FREE

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 poet’s 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!

Art & Culture Free πŸ“ Capitola Details β†’
Sep
28

Environmental Studies Seminar Series | Lightning Talks by ENVS Faculty

πŸ“ Interdisciplinary Sciences Building
πŸ•’ 1:25 PM – 2:30 PM Β· 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-PeΓ±uela Speaker #1: Hannah Waterhouse Title: Building Cover Cropping Communities of Practice on California’s Central Coast Abstract: California’s 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 California’s Central Coast region, the β€œSalad Bowl” 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

Education Free πŸ“ UCSC Details β†’
Sep
28

Crafternoons

πŸ“ 275 Main St Ste 100
πŸ•’ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM Β· See listing

Crafternoons are back! βœ‚οΈ 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 Β‘Regresan las tardes de manualidades! βœ‚οΈ Se le invita a la Biblioteca Principal de 2-5pm todos los lunes y miΓ©rcoles para hacer una manualidad en familia. Β‘TΓ³mense su momento para relajarse, trabajar con las manos y dejar volar su creatividad! Β‘Traigan a toda la familia y disfruten juntos de una tarde creativa! Audiencia: Familias

Sep
28

PAWS Afterschool Program

πŸ“ Santa Cruz SPCA
πŸ•’ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Β· $75

PAWS Afterschool Club (Ages 7–10) 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. They’ll 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 – May) PAWS Ambassadors: Wednesday 4pm-6pm (September – May)

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Sep
28

Paradigm Sport Defense Clinic

πŸ“ Jade Street Park
πŸ•’ 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Β· $250

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

The Cruz Room: Hosted Board Game Night

πŸ“ The Cruz Room
πŸ•’ 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Β· FREE

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 mic’d board games 5 – 8 Trivia 8 – 10

Sep
28

Open Mic Β· Every Monday 5-8p

πŸ“ The Ugly Mug
πŸ•’ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Β· See listing

you Are A Star! Come share what you love Β· what you are working on Every Monday 5pm - 8pm Β· Lottery signups begin @5:15 One 5 minute song or two 3 minute songs We welcome: Poetry Β· Spoken Word Β· Music Β· 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

Reportback on Border Wall Resistance in Lochiel, AZ

πŸ“ Sub Rosa
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Β· 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

πŸ“ The Diversity Center of Santa Cruz County, 1117 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM Β· 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 Board Game Night at The Cruz Room

πŸ“ The Cruz Room
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Β· FREE

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

Henrymania IV: Part One!

πŸ“ London Nelson Community Center
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Β· $25

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

πŸ“ Mid County Social Center
πŸ•’ 6:15 PM – 8:30 PM Β· $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.

Art & Culture Family πŸ“ Capitola Details β†’
Sep
28

Hosted Board Game Night: Playtest Catfish β€” 2026-09-28

πŸ“ The Cruz Room
πŸ•’ 6:30 PM Β· See listing

6:30pm Β· 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) β€” library of 30+ games, raffle, merch & a Learn to Play featured game demo at 6:30pm with The Game Night Collective. Trivia 8 - 10pm.

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