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

Santa Cruz CA

06 December, 2021

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SANTA CRUZ, CA — Looking for things to do in the Santa Cruz area? Below, we've included some of this week's top events from Santa Cruz. Here are some events taking place in town this week. Looking to host an event? Whether you're planning a festival, a talent show, or painting in the park, 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 throughout Santa Cruz: Movement, Meditation, and Spiritual Blessings at the Harbor When: Monday, December 6th at 1:30 p.m. Where: Santa Cruz Harbor What: Immerse yourself in the magic of Santa Cruz Harbor with a gift for your mind, body, and soul! This is an entirely outdoor experience with a spiritual vibe.We'll meet at cafe in the Seabright neighborhood. (Details sent after booking.) From there, it's a short 10 minute wal... Learn More Water Commission Meeting - Santa Cruz City When: Monday, December 6th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Santa Cruz City What: Event listing from Santa Cruz City: Monday and December 6 at 7:00 PMhttp://www.cityofsantacruz.com/community/city-calendar This event was originally posted on a public calendar and distributed by Burbio. Please confirm event details with the host before attending. Have a co... Learn More Psychological Safety: Creating an Environment for High Performing Teams When: Tuesday, December 7th at 10:00 a.m. Where: University of California Santa Cruz-Learning & Development What: Event listing from University of California Santa Cruz-Learning & Development: Tuesday, December 7 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PMTuesday, December 7, and 2021: 10am-12pm (via Zoom) This course helps managers and supervisors understand the critical nature of psychologically safe wo... Learn More SCIL Meeting - Harbor High School When: Tuesday, December 7th at 3:45 p.m. Where: Harbor High SchoolLearn More Budget Advisory Committee - Santa Cruz City Schools When: Tuesday, December 7th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Santa Cruz City SchoolsLearn More Climate Stewardship: Taking Collective Action to Protect California with Adina Merenlender (online) When: Tuesday, December 7th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Santa Cruz Museum of Natural HistoryWhat: Across California, communities are addressing wildfires, climate justice, urban heat islands, ocean temperature rise, and other climate issues in an effort to make natural, working, and urban landscapes more resilient. During this talk hosted by the Santa Cruz Museum of Natura... Learn More Art and Music Informance- Stage - Happy Valley Elementary School District When: Wednesday, December 8th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Happy Valley Elementary School DistrictLearn More Kinder 10:45-11:00 am - Happy Valley Elementary School District When: Wednesday, December 8th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Happy Valley Elementary School District Learn More 4th/5th grade 11:45am-12:00pm - Happy Valley Elementary School District When: Wednesday, December 8th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Happy Valley Elementary School DistrictLearn More 1st grade 11:00-11:15 am - Happy Valley Elementary School District When: Wednesday, December 8th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Happy Valley Elementary School DistrictLearn More Santa Cruz Workforce Collaborative Resume Workshop When: Wednesday, December 8th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Santa Cruz Public Libraries - Downtown Branch What: Looking for a job, but need help with resume writing? Learn about the different tools to create a professional looking resume and the language you need to make yourself stand out. Join Goodwill Central Coast experts the 2nd Wednesday of each month for resume writing or ... Learn More 2nd grade - Happy Valley Elementary School District When: Wednesday, December 8th at 11:15 a.m. Where: Happy Valley Elementary School District Learn More 3rd grade - Happy Valley Elementary School District When: Wednesday, December 8th at 11:30 a.m. Where: Happy Valley Elementary School DistrictLearn More 5th/6th grade - Happy Valley Elementary School District When: Wednesday, December 8th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Happy Valley Elementary School DistrictLearn More ELAC Meeting - Soquel High School When: Wednesday, December 8th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Soquel High School Learn More Nature Journal Studio When: Wednesday, December 8th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History What: Nature journaling can help us view the natural world with new perspectives, learn about our surroundings, and see the extraordinary in the ordinary. During monthly Nature Journal Studio sessions inside the Museum, Melinda Nakagawa will guide you through a topic as we practice ... Learn More Winter Music Concert - Harbor High School When: Wednesday, December 8th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Harbor High School Learn More Featured Event: SEASON KICK-OFF: Holiday Carriage Rides 2021: Los Gatos When: Thursday, December 9th at 5:00 p.m. What: Carriage Rides 2021Dec. 9-12, 2021 - 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.​Dec.15-23, 2021 - 4:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Town Plaza, S. Santa Cruz Avenue and Montebello, Los Gatos, CA From Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce: "Carriage Rides are on for 2021! "Enjoy a holiday tradition in downtown Los Gatos and... Learn More Featured Event: SEASON KICK-OFF: Holiday Carriage Rides 2021: Los Gatos (Susan C. Schena) Tech Talks: Online Backups (Apple) When: Thursday, December 9th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Santa Cruz Public Libraries- Virtual Library What: Know your strategy for backing up your mobile data. Are you confident that your Apple device is backed up? Join us on Zoom as we review the options and strategies for managing files and keeping backups. Tech Talks are not your typical computer class. These are hands-... Learn More Virtual Aptos Book Discussion Group - Virtual Library When: Thursday, December 9th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Virtual LibraryLearn More Holiday Craft Fair - Bonny Doon Elementary Distict When: Thursday, December 9th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Bonny Doon Elementary DistictLearn More Winter Concert - Soquel High School When: Friday, December 10th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Soquel High SchoolLearn More Concrete Ship History Walk When: Friday, December 10th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Seacliff State Beach What: Learn about Seacliff State Beach's fascinating history on this 1-mile, 1-hour stroll to the Aptos Creek Bridge and back. Get the lowdown on the Concrete Ship, the development of Aptos, "The Madman of Seacliff," and much, much more. Bring water and layered clothing. Pre-registr... Learn More Fall Showcase - Harbor High School When: Friday, December 10th at 7:30 p.m. Where: Harbor High SchoolLearn More Featured Event: West Cliff Holiday Outdoor Market When: Saturday, December 11th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Lighthouse Point What: The holidays are upon us and what better to celebrate! Come enjoy West Cliff Holiday Outdoor Market which will feature unique artisans and local food trucks. This one of a kind market will be held in two parking lots along West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz. This is always a popul... Learn More Featured Event: West Cliff Holiday Outdoor Market (Kathryn Walsh) Featured Event: Symphony San Jose Chorale 'Carols In The California' 2021: California Theatre, SJ When: Saturday, December 11th at 7:00 p.m. What: 14th Annual "Carols in the California" Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021  - 7 p.m. The California Theatre, 345 South First St., San Jose, CA From Symphony San Jose: "A Family Holiday Tradition!  "The Symphony San Jose Chorale under the baton of Elena Sharkova presents the 14th Annual 'C... Learn More Featured Event: Symphony San Jose Chorale 'Carols In The California' 2021: California Theatre, SJ (Susan C. Schena) West Cliff Holiday Outdoor Market 2021 When: Saturday, December 11th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Lighthouse Point, 700 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, California, 95060, United States What: Come enjoy our holiday outdoor market with unique artisans and food trucks while taking in the spectacular view of the ocean. This one of a kind market will be held in two parking lots along West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz. This is always a popular spot for locals and tourists,... Learn More Gray Whale Cove Trail Walk When: Saturday, December 11th at 10:00 a.m. Where: McNee Ranch State Park What: Join State Park Docents for a two-hour hike along the scenic Gray Whale Cove Trail at State Parks' McNee Ranch at Montara. Enjoy a moderate 2-mile hike overlooking the California coast. From the trail, you will be able to view the evidence in the landscape of the Ocean Shore R... Learn More Gateway to Harmony In-Person Breema Workshop When: Saturday, December 11th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Hummingbird Valley What: Breema bodywork, Self-Breema exercises, and the Nine Principles of Harmony offer a practical and accessible way to take step after step towards a more harmonious relationship—with yourself, with the people around you, and with life as a whole. In this workshop, you will learn ... Learn More Winter Open House at the Museum When: Saturday, December 11th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History What: Join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for a free and festive day celebrating the changing of the seasons. Enjoy complimentary cookies and cider while making nature-inspired crafts — from naturally dyed bandanas to locally foraged wreaths. Give the gift of nature by sho... Learn More Gateway to Harmony When: Saturday, December 11th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Hummingbird Valley, 1690 Glen Canyon Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 What: Breema bodywork, Self-Breema exercises, and the Nine Principles of Harmony offer a practical and accessible way to take step after step toward a more harmonious relationship-with yourself, with the people around you, and with life as a whole.     In this workshop, you will lea... Learn More Holiday Sale When: Saturday, December 11th at 10:00 a.m. What: Shop our ParkStore for thoughtful holiday gifts! All proceeds benefit our local state parks and beaches. Friends members receive 30% off on select iconic Michael Schwab park illustrations on apparel and more, plus jewelry, maps, nature guides, local history books, educational ... Learn More West Cliff Outdoor Market - Santa Cruz City When: Saturday, December 11th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Santa Cruz CityLearn More Holiday Living History Event When: Saturday, December 11th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Wilder Ranch State Park What: Join us for a family-friendly event with holiday-themed old-fashioned activities, crafts, and living history demonstrations. Step back in time with costumed docents as we turn back the clock to over 100 years ago. Watch machine shop and blacksmith demonstrations or take a tour... Learn More Guided Coastal Walk When: Saturday, December 11th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Wilder Ranch State Park What: On this 2.5 mile family friendly walk, we'll explore the plants, animals, and geology of our coastal bluffs. Bring water, hat, closed toe shoes, layered clothing, and binoculars if available. Meet next to park map in Wilder Ranch main parking lot. Rain cancels. Vehicle day-use... Learn More Paint rocks & get free books / Pinta rocas y obtén libros gratis When: Saturday, December 11th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Santa Cruz County Park FriendsLearn More Castro Adobe Open House - Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park When: Saturday, December 11th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Santa Cruz Mission State Historic ParkLearn More Old-Growth Redwood Tours When: Saturday, December 11th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park What: Are there different kinds of redwoods? How do coastal redwoods grow to become the tallest organisms on earth? Why are there so few old growth trees left? Learn the answer to these questions and more every Saturday when you take a walk through the wondrous old-growth forest wit... Learn More Historic Ranch Ground Tour When: Saturday, December 11th 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. The vehicle day-use fee is $10. For more information, call (831) 426-0505. Spaces are limited and... Learn More Historic Ranch Ground Tours (FULL) - Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park When: Saturday, December 11th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Santa Cruz Mission State Historic ParkLearn More Third Annual Festivus When: Saturday, December 11th at 4:00 p.m. Where: 1266 Soquel Ave What: Third Annual Festivus Seasonal Tasting to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank of Santa Cruz County Join us for a seasonal tasting event featuring Grower Champagne, Vintage Port, Cider, Napa Cabs, Barolo & Brunello, Specialty Meats, Caviar, Traditional Italian Torrone &... Learn More 'Ice Skating By The Bay' Holiday Rink 2021: Monterey When: Sunday, December 12th at 12:00 p.m. What: Ice Skating by the Bay 2021-22 Nov. 19, 2021 - Jan. 2, 2022  OPEN DAILY Including Holidays: Mondays - Saturdays: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. & Sundays: 12 p.m. - 8 p.m. Custom House Plaza, behind Portola Hotel & Spa, Monterey, CA From Ice Skating By The Bay: "Celebrate the holid... Learn More 'Ice Skating By The Bay' Holiday Rink 2021: Monterey (Susan C. Schena) Birding for Beginners When: Sunday, December 12th at 8:00 a.m. Where: Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park What: Join State Park Interpreter Dylan McManus for a tranquil morning filled with resident and migratory birds. Learn about the birds in our park and ways to participate in birding community science, receive a Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park birding brochure, and begin your hobby ... Learn More Birding for Beginners - Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park When: Sunday, December 12th at 8:00 a.m. Where: Santa Cruz Mission State Historic ParkLearn More Antique Faire - Santa Cruz City When: Sunday, December 12th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Santa Cruz CityLearn More Holiday Sale When: Sunday, December 12th at 10:00 a.m. What: Shop our ParkStore for thoughtful holiday gifts! All proceeds benefit our local state parks and beaches. Friends members receive 30% off on select iconic Michael Schwab park illustrations on apparel and more, plus jewelry, maps, nature guides, local history books, educational ... Learn More See 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.