Santa Cruz: See This Week's Upcoming Events In The Area

Santa Cruz CA

26 July, 2021

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SANTA CRUZ, CA — Looking for things to do in the Santa Cruz area? Your Santa Cruz Patch community calendar is a great way to see what's happening near you and discover local events that fit your interests. Here's a roundup of local events coming up in the area this week. Hosting an event? Whether you're planning a rodeo, a cooking class, or an auction, there's no better place to share it than Patch's event calendar. As always, it's free to post an event in your community. To reach more people, you can promote your event and share it nearby for $1 per day per community. Here are a few events happening this week in and near Santa Cruz: Mike the Magician When: Tuesday, July 27th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Santa Cruz Public Libraries- Virtual Library What: You are invited to a virtual magic show! Just say "Abra-ca-dabra"! Mike Della Penna creates WONDER and LAUGHTER with family magic performances that are equal parts PLAYFUL and ASTONISHING! Learn More OPEN HOUSE: Santa Cruz Co-Ed Leads Club-Small Business Networking Group When: Tuesday, July 27th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Online Event What: Are you interested in growing your business? The Santa Cruz Co-Ed Leads Club invites you to an Open House! Tuesday and July 27 at 12:00pm Join us to learn about our Small Business Networking Group and how we work together to support each others businesses to prosper and thrive. ... Learn More Grab and Go STEAM: Make your own Robotic Hand! When: Tuesday, July 27th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Santa Cruz Public Libraries What: We provide the materials and directions - you pick them up and make them at home! Learn about Anatomy and engineering! The strings in your robot hand function much like the tendons in your own hand and which connect muscles to bones and let you bend your fingers. Your muscles cre... Learn More Returning to Campus - An Education Panel Discussion When: Wednesday, July 28th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Zoom What: Are we ready for the new school year to start come this fall? With so many pensive moments during the last year about the safety of in-person learning, hybrid teaching, facility-level COVID guidelines and teacher and student safety there are many unknowns that are being slowl... Learn More Santa Cruz Shakespeare: The Agitators When: Wednesday, July 28th at 7:30 p.m. Where: Audrey Stanley Grove in DeLaveaga Park What: Overview This play tells the story of Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony. Over the 45 volatile years they knew one another, they were friends, allies and adversaries. Their hopes and dreams for equality brought them to common ground and political battlefields. As agitator... Learn More Featured Event: Tidy Tips for Native Plant Gardening When: Thursday, July 29th at 5:30 p.m. What: Explore different aspects of gardening with native plants from local experts, and get your own questions answered during a facilitated Q+A. We'll cover the basics of gardening with natives, and then dive deeper into the intricacies of planning based on where you live, and the ... Learn More Featured Event: Tidy Tips for Native Plant Gardening (Jackie Pascoe) Santa Cruz Mission Junior Rangers When: Thursday, July 29th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park What: Junior Rangers is a statewide program for 7 – 12 year olds. Journey back in time through crafts, games, and STEAM activities. Explore the landscapes and lifeways of people from California's rich history and earn prizes for participation. Spaces are limited and early pre-reg... Learn More Santa Cruz Shakespeare: RII When: Thursday, July 29th at 7:30 p.m. Where: Audrey Stanley Grove in DeLaveaga Park What: Overview The story that sets England's Wars of the Roses in motion, Jessica Kubzansky's adaptation of Shakespeare's Richard II tells the story of that king's ill-fated reign using just three actors. What is our responsibility when a bad leader rightfully occupies the throne? T... Learn More Featured Event: Garlic Festival Golf Classic & Dinner 2021: Gilroy When: Friday, July 30th at 1:00 p.m. What: Gilroy Garlic Festival Golf Classic, silent Auction & Dinner Friday, July 30, 2021 - 1 p.m. - 9 p.m. Gilroy Golf Course, 2695 Hecker Pass Road, Gilroy, CA From Gilroy Garlic Festival: "Golf for a cause at the Garlic Festival Golf Classic will be held Friday, July 30th at G... Learn More Featured Event: Garlic Festival Golf Classic & Dinner 2021: Gilroy (Susan C. Schena) Self-Guided Hikes in Seal Viewing Area When: Friday, July 30th at 8:30 a.m. Where: Año Nuevo State Park What: Fridays through Mondays from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm After 15 months of closure, Año Nuevo State Park is excited to re-open our seal viewing area! The Natural Preserve will be open Fridays through Mondays for self-guided hiking. A free permit is required—permits are available b... Learn More Coastal Birding Walk When: Friday, July 30th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Wilder Ranch State Park What: On this 2.5 mile hike, be prepared to walk on uneven surfaces, with many stops to view the many birds, plants, and scenery along the way. You will help each other spot and identify birds! Bring your binoculars if you have them, clothes for variable weather, and good walkin... Learn More New Brighton Little Rangers When: Friday, July 30th at 11:00 a.m. Where: New Brighton State Beach What: Any and all 3 to 6 year old are invited to play games, listen to stories and songs, and learn about nature! Smiles, laughter, and good times abound at this program, and it's a fantastic way to begin your morning in the park. Meet at the campground Ramada. For more informat... Learn More New Brighton Junior Rangers When: Friday, July 30th at 3:00 p.m. Where: New Brighton State Beach What: This fun one-hour program offers kids, ages 7 to 12, an opportunity to earn prizes while learning about birds, sea life, and local park animals, playing games, and doing arts and crafts. Meet at the campground Ramada. For more information, call (831) 685-6444. Spaces are li... Learn More Santa Cruz Shakespeare: The Agitators When: Friday, July 30th at 8:00 p.m. Where: Audrey Stanley Grove in DeLaveaga Park What: Overview This play tells the story of Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony. Over the 45 volatile years they knew one another, they were friends, allies and adversaries. Their hopes and dreams for equality brought them to common ground and political battlefields. As agitator... Learn More Featured Event: Comedy Outburst For Durst When: Saturday, July 31st at 5:00 p.m. Where: El Vaquero Winery Tasting Room What: EL VAQUERO WINERY TO PRESENT Comedy Outburst For Durst with Dan St. Paul, Johnny Steele, Richard Stockton and special guest DNA Performance Date: Saturday, July 31, 2021 5:00 pm Watsonville, CA – El Vaquero Winery stages a standup comedy extravaganza to raise funds for Will Du... Learn More Featured Event: Comedy Outburst For Durst (Richard Stockton) Featured Event: Garlic Festival Reimagined Drive-Thru Gourmet Alley 2021: Gilroy When: Saturday, July 31st at 11:00 a.m. What: Gilroy Garlic Festival Reimagined Gourmet Alley Fridays - Sundays, July 23-25 and July 30-Aug. 1, 2021 Fridays: 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Saturdays & Sundays: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Gilroy Presbyterian Church, 6000 Miller Ave., Gilroy, CA From Gilroy Garlic Festival: "For four decades, ... Learn More Featured Event: Garlic Festival Reimagined Drive-Thru Gourmet Alley 2021: Gilroy (Susan C. Schena) Featured Event: Santa Clara County Fair Drive-Thru 2021: San Jose When: Saturday, July 31st at 4:00 p.m. What: Santa Clara County Fair Drive-Thru Event Thursday- Sunday, July 29-31 & Aug. 1, 5-8, 2021 - 4 p.m. - 11 p.m. Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, 344 Tully Road, San Jose, CA From Santa Clara County Fairgrounds: "Santa Clara County Fairgrounds Management Corporations (SCCFMC) i... Learn More Featured Event: Santa Clara County Fair Drive-Thru 2021: San Jose (Susan C. Schena) Self-Guided Hikes in Seal Viewing Area When: Saturday, July 31st at 8:30 a.m. Where: Año Nuevo State Park What: Fridays through Mondays from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm After 15 months of closure, Año Nuevo State Park is excited to re-open our seal viewing area! The Natural Preserve will be open Fridays through Mondays for self-guided hiking. A free permit is required—permits are available b... Learn More Happy Birthday Harry 1M 5K 10K 13.1 26.2 - Participate from home! When: Saturday, July 31st at 9:00 a.m. What: Sign up here: https://www.virtualrunevents.c... Did you know that Harry Potter's birthday is on July 31st? Celebrate this magical day by signing up for our 'Happy Birthday Harry' virtual race! Happy Birthday Harry races can be completed anytime in July or August 2021! 1 mile, ... Learn More Tide Pool Tour When: Saturday, July 31st at 10:00 a.m. Where: Natural Bridges State Beach What: Explore our spectacular tidepools on this 1.5 hour guided tour. Meet at the Visitor Center. Bring layered clothing and good walking shoes. Day use fee for vehicles is $10. For more information, please call (831) 423-0871. Spaces are limited and early pre-registration is req... Learn More New Brighton Little Rangers When: Saturday, July 31st at 11:00 a.m. Where: New Brighton State Beach What: Any and all 3 to 6 year old are invited to play games, listen to stories and songs, and learn about nature! Smiles, laughter, and good times abound at this program, and it's a fantastic way to begin your morning in the park. Meet at the campground Ramada. For more informat... Learn More James Henry House of Samba Kids Outdoors Event When: Saturday, July 31st at 11:00 a.m. Where: Felton Branch Library What: James Henry, master percussionist, has traveled the world and incorporates cultural wisdom from across the globe into his performances. Expect to dance, sing, and be transported to many areas of the globe through the sounds of drums and percussion! The performance will be outs... Learn More NextStage Fundraiser Benefitting Santa Cruz Parkinson's Programs When: Saturday, July 31st at 12:00 p.m. Where: El Vaquero Winery Tasting Room What: Fund Raiser: Saturday, July 31. Noon – 3 pm. NextStage Productions Fundraiser to benefit its Percussion Program for People Living with Parkinson's at El Vaquero Winery on Freedom Boulevard. Free Admission. Musical performances by the Magical Mystery Troup playing your favorit... Learn More Historic Ranch Ground Tour When: Saturday, July 31st at 1:00 p.m. Where: Wilder Ranch State Park What: Discover what life was like a century ago on this innovative dairy ranch. This hour-long tour includes the 1896 water-powered machine shop, barns and other historic buildings. Vehicle day-use fee is $10. For more information, call (831) 426-0505. Spaces are limited and ear... Learn More Santa Cruz Shakespeare: The Agitators When: Saturday, July 31st at 2:00 p.m. Where: Audrey Stanley Grove in DeLaveaga Park What: Overview This play tells the story of Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony. Over the 45 volatile years they knew one another, they were friends, allies and adversaries. Their hopes and dreams for equality brought them to common ground and political battlefields. As agitator... Learn More New Brighton Junior Rangers When: Saturday, July 31st at 3:00 p.m. Where: New Brighton State Beach What: This fun one-hour program offers kids, ages 7 to 12, an opportunity to earn prizes while learning about birds, sea life, and local park animals, playing games, and doing arts and crafts. Meet at the campground Ramada. For more information, call (831) 685-6444. Spaces are li... Learn More Sunset State Beach Junior Rangers When: Saturday, July 31st at 5:00 p.m. Where: Sunset State Beach What: Explore, hike and play games as you learn about plants, animals, and more. This 1-hour program is for kids ages 7-12 only. Please meet at the Campfire Center 15 minutes before the program begins. Please be sure your child is dressed for active play (closed-toe shoes). Space... Learn More Santa Cruz Shakespeare: RII When: Saturday, July 31st at 8:00 p.m. Where: Audrey Stanley Grove in DeLaveaga Park What: Overview The story that sets England's Wars of the Roses in motion, Jessica Kubzansky's adaptation of Shakespeare's Richard II tells the story of that king's ill-fated reign using just three actors. What is our responsibility when a bad leader rightfully occupies the throne? T... Learn More Check out more local events, or add your own, on the Santa Cruz Patch community calendar. Editor's note: This article was automatically generated based on event information mainly provided by community members. Patch has not independently verified most of this information, always check with organizers to confirm posted events are proceeding as planned. Click on any event in the list for more details. You can also reach out to [email protected] with any questions or other feedback about this article.