Sun
Nov
15
Join us for Sunday drop-in Meditations 9-10 am weekly. In person only, in the Gompa at Land of Medicine Buddha with Venerable Yangchen! Venerable Yangchen's…
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Yoga, meditation, movement classes, and health workshops.
Sunday, Nov 15
Sun
Nov
15
Bio-Vibe Table: Sound & Vibration Wellness Sessions
Where: Soulcare Studios
When: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Price: $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…
Wellness
📍 Aptos & Seacliff
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Sun
Nov
15
SUNDAY SERENITY: RESTORATIVE EXPRESSIVE ART
Where: Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center
When: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Cindy Laurin
Sun
Nov
15
Dip & Drip by Perch Sauna at Davenport Roadhouse
Where: Davenport Roadhouse Restaurant and Inn
When: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Price: $30
We're back for your favorite Sunday reset with Perch Sauna at the Davenport Roadhouse. Join us for a morning of cold water, warm heat and…
Sun
Nov
15
THE RITUAL: Skin from Within
Where: 5161 Soquel Drive, #Suite C, Soquel, CA
When: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM · Price: $85
An afternoon of skin loving rituals, hands-on gua sha, holistic skin wisdom, nourishing herbal tea, and a little holiday magic!
Wellness
📍 Soquel
Sun
Nov
15
The Medicine Buddha Puja is performed every day at Land of Medicine Buddha, normally by Venerable Samten. On Sundays, this is open to the public…
Wellness
📍 Soquel
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Sun
Nov
15
Eating Disorder Recovery Support Group
Where: The Lotus Collaborative
When: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM · Price: FREE
A therapist-led space for people in recovery, just beginning to explore recovery, or struggling with food and body and looking for support. Free • In-person…
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Nov
15
Discovery Dinner at 1440: Sound Healing
Where: 800 Bethany Dr, Scotts Valley, CA
When: 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM · Price: $81.88
Discover new techniques to foster wellbeing as you participate in a soothing sound healing workshop before an education dinner at 1440.
Sun
Nov
15
Aging Openly, Wisely, and Lovingly--In Sangha House and Zoom
Where: Santa Cruz Zen Center
When: 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM
Wellness
📍 Downtown Santa Cruz
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Sun
Nov
15
Silent meditation.
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Nov
15
Presented by: Ruby Hernandez, Adron Beene, Susan von Thun or Erin Carlson-Jones with Joyce Leonard. Each Sunday, one of the musicians performs a sound bath…
Wellness
📍 Capitola
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Monday, Nov 16
Mon
Nov
16
Improve your energy, balance, strength and coordination.
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Nov
16
Queer & Trans Yoga Hosted by Sapphire Yoga Collective @ TDC
Where: The Diversity Center
When: 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
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…
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Nov
16
Come join us! Mondays @ 6pm Yoga 7pm Meditation and Sound Healing ❤️🩹 $10 a class, no one will be turned away 🫶
Wellness
📍 Scotts Valley
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Tuesday, Nov 17
Tue
Nov
17
Dignity Mobile Wellness Clinic provides evaluations, screenings, and treatment and connects you to services that support physical and mental health on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays…
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Nov
17
American Red Cross Blood Drives
Where: Community Health Trust of Pajaro Valley
When: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
CHT is pleased to partner with the American Red Cross by providing a location for monthly blood drives in our Kathleen King Community Room. According…
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Nov
17
Is your self-care making you feel guilty? Do you struggle with negative self-talk? Come attend our self-compassion workshop specifically designed for international and globally minded…
Tue
Nov
17
iRest® (Integrative Restoration) meditation is a simple form of meditation combining Eastern and Western practices into a practical and secular program for healing. iRest helps…
Tue
Nov
17
Caring With Compassion: Hospice and End-of-Life Care for Pets
Where: BirchBark Foundation
When: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Join Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Veterinarian, Dr. Gabrielle Ravina of Peaceful Paws Veterinary Services, for a conversation about caring for pets through end-of-life.
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Wellness
Tue
Nov
17
Name: NeuroQueer Space Date: Third Tuesday of Every Month Starting Tuesday, September 15 Time: 6:30 - 7:45 pm Location: Hybrid, The Diversity Center and virtual…
Wednesday, Nov 18
Wed
Nov
18
Build strength, improve balance, and feel your best. This low-impact class focuses on core strength, posture, and gentle movement, perfect for all fitness levels.
Wellness
📍 Watsonville
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Wed
Nov
18
Horses are deeply attuned to nonverbal cues; our posture, breath, and inner state shape how they respond. When we’re centered, they notice. This gentle, horse…
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Nov
18
Start your Wednesday morning with movement, mindfulness, and authentic Himalayan yogic wisdom at Soul Care Studios. 🧘✨ Join Yogi Laxman Panthi for a weekly Vinyasa…
Wellness
📍 Aptos & Seacliff
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Wed
Nov
18
See our Practices and Pujas page for more information on weekly pujas. Tara is the female deity who embodies the enlighten activities of all the…
Wellness
📍 Soquel
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Wed
Nov
18
Join us for free Pilates at the Library! All levels welcome. Bring your own mat and water. Enjoy a fun, energizing workout led by volunteer…
Wed
Nov
18
BioCharger & Vibrational Sound Table Healing Happy Hour
Where: Soulcare Studios
When: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM · Price: $25
Take a midweek pause and recharge your energy ✨ Join us for BioCharger & Vibrational Sound Table Healing Happy Hour, a unique experience designed to…
Wellness
📍 Aptos & Seacliff
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Wed
Nov
18
Entre Nosotras: Open to Spanish-speaking women with cancer at all stages, from diagnosis through treatment and the healing process. Groups are led in Spanish and…
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Nov
18
https://landofmedicinebuddha.org/retreat-guru/2053/
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📍 Soquel
Wed
Nov
18
Dharma Talk--In Person and Zoom--Rev. Gene Bush
Where: Santa Cruz Zen Center
When: 6:40 PM – 7:40 PM
Wellness
📍 Downtown Santa Cruz
Thursday, Nov 19
Thu
Nov
19
A writing workshop the 55+ age group to reflect on awareness of the natural environment and climate change. This encourages community, socialization, and creativity among…
Wellness
Education
Thu
Nov
19
Guided Mindfulness for Queers and Friends Hosted by TDC @ TDC
Where: The Diversity Center
When: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Well-being offering: Guided Mindfulness Group Date: Weekly on Thursdays Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: The Diversity Center 1117 Soquel Ave. Santa Cruz Ages…
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Nov
19
Tu espacio de Yoga, Tu momento de Paz Clase de yoga sensible al trauma dedicada a madres de hijos con discapacidad. Ofrece un espacio seguro…
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Nov
19
A supportive space where family care-partners tending for a loved one with a cognitive impairment can connect, share experiences, and find support.
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Nov
19
https://landofmedicinebuddha.org/retreat-guru/2055/lama-chopa-puja-29/
Wellness
📍 Soquel
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Friday, Nov 20
Fri
Nov
20
Start your morning with music, movement & good vibes at Centro De Bienestar! Zumba for adults (18+) at 9 AM, every Monday, Tuesday, and Friday…
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Nov
20
Mindfulness Meditation: Guided meditation & talk with a facilitator Meeting Time: 1st and 3rd Friday of every month, 11:00am - noon Facilitator: Claire Schneeberger
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Nov
20
HEART OF BHAKTI: A NORTHERN CALIFORNIA SACRED KIRTAN TOUR
Where: Pleasure Point Sanctuary
When: 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM · Price: $39.19
An Inspiring Evening of Kirtan, Sacred Music, and Devotional Community with Raas Leela Kirtana
Saturday, Nov 21
Sat
Nov
21
Half-Day Sit--Led by Rev. Rachel Grad and Patrice Monsour
Where: Santa Cruz Zen Center
When: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Wellness
📍 Downtown Santa Cruz
Sat
Nov
21
Sit and Dharma Talk with Dawn Neal
Where: Insight Santa Cruz
When: 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM · Price: FREE
Please join Insight Santa Cruz Guiding Teacher Dawn Neal (or guest teachers) for a silent meditation followed by a Dharma talk. This offering will take…
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Nov
21
Free Health Screening at Marina Certified Farmers’ Market! 215 Reservation Road, Marina Stop by during the farmers market for: • A1C & blood pressure checks…
Sat
Nov
21
Sat
Nov
21
Sunday, Nov 22
Sun
Nov
22
Teen Girls Self-Defense Workshop
Where: MINORSAN Self-Defense & Fitness
When: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM · Price: $133
How do your Teen Girls respond to questions from 'stranger' adults, or at parties where they 'know almost everyone'? Be sure they know what to…
Monday, Nov 23
Mon
Nov
23
Reiki Sound Bath with Dallas McKenzie & Jessica McCord
Where: Soulcare Studios
When: 7:15 PM – 8:45 PM · Price: FREE
Join Dallas McKenzie and Jessica McCord at SoulCare Studios for a restorative evening designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and unwind. ✨ This special…
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Tue
Nov
24
https://landofmedicinebuddha.org/retreat-guru/2039/discovering-buddhism-module-5-death-and-rebirth-2/
Wellness
📍 Soquel
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Tue
Nov
24
Rainbow Sangha at Insight Meditation Center (Outside Community Event)
Where: Insight Santa Cruz
When: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Rainbow Sangha Sit, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month, 7:00 - 8:30 pm. The Rainbow Sangha group offers a safer space for…
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Wed
Nov
25
Dharma Talk--In Person and Zoom--Rev. Patrick Teverbaugh
Where: Santa Cruz Zen Center
When: 6:40 PM – 7:40 PM
Friday, Nov 27
Fri
Nov
27
https://landofmedicinebuddha.org/retreat-guru/2024/the-heart-sutra/
Wellness
📍 Soquel
Saturday, Nov 28
Sat
Nov
28
Art for Healing: Using the power of the creative process to provide support, insight and a deeper relationship with yourself in a safe and nurturing…
Wellness
Art & Culture
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Sat
Nov
28
Tuesday, Dec 1
Tue
Dec
1
Join us for process-focused art workshops using various mediums, prompts, and mindfulness to boost wellbeing and ease stress. No experience needed; materials provided.
Tue
Dec
1
Awakening Together: The Spiritual Practice of Inclusivity and Community--In person and Zoom
Where: Santa Cruz Zen Center
When: 6:40 PM – 8:00 PM
First Tuesday of each month. All are welcome to join at anytime. Led by Val Miranda and Reverend Patrick Teverbaugh. A study group taking an…
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Dec
1
Tranformational Breathwork Journey presented by: Santa Cruz Reiki Works
Where: Kula Connections
When: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM · Price: $35
Conscious Connected Breathwork is a dynamic, full-breath technique that uses continuous, deep inhales and exhales through the mouth, no pauses, no holding your breath. The…
Wellness
📍 Capitola
Wednesday, Dec 2
Wed
Dec
2
Dharma Talk--In Person and Zoom--Speaker to be Announced
Where: Santa Cruz Zen Center
When: 6:40 PM – 7:40 PM
Wellness
📍 Downtown Santa Cruz
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Saturday, Dec 5
Sat
Dec
5
Call to register or if you have questions: 457-2273 Location will vary so call for details The facilitator will bring photos. You are responsible for…
Art & Culture
Wellness
Sat
Dec
5
A safe space to explore questions and feelings about dying
Sat
Dec
5
Sat
Dec
5
Tantra Speed Date® - Santa Cruz! (Meet Singles Speed Dating)
Where: Yoga Center Santa Cruz
When: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM · Price: $48.76
Join the speed dating revolution with a 94% connection rate! Meet singles and ignite sparks with fun, chemistry games!
Sat
Dec
5
Wellness
📍 Soquel
Sunday, Dec 6
Sun
Dec
6
Join us for Sunday Drop-In Meditations weekly in person only in the Gompa. The guided meditations bring together a refreshing and precious combination of simplicity…
Wellness
📍 Soquel
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