Santa Cruz Events Calendar: See What's Happening This Weekend

Santa Cruz CA

09 December, 2021

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SANTA CRUZ, CA — Want for a family outing? Your Santa Cruz Patch community calendar is a great way to check out 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 weekend. Want to add an upcoming event? Whether you're planning a fundraiser, a board game night, or fashion show, there's no better place to share it than Patch's event calendar. You can also spread the word in nearby communities by promoting your event. The cost is $1 per day per community. Here are all of this weekend's events in the Santa Cruz area: 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 MoreFeatured Event: SEASON KICK-OFF: Holiday Carriage Rides 2021: Los Gatos (Susan C. Schena) Virtual Aptos Book Discussion Group - Virtual Library When: Thursday, December 9th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Virtual Library What: Event listing from Virtual Library: Thursday and December 9 from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PMThe Aptos Library Book Discussion group meets on the second Thursday of the month from 1:00p - 2:30p and all adults are welcome. Reading selections will be made by the group with an emphasis on tho... Learn More Holiday Craft Fair - Bonny Doon Elementary Distict When: Thursday, December 9th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Bonny Doon Elementary Distict What: Event listing from Bonny Doon Elementary Distict: Thursday and December 9 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PMPARENTS CLUB IS HOSTING A FAMILY HOLIDAY CRAFT NIGHT ! When: December 9 @ 5:30pm-7:30 pm A fundraiser and community fun crafting night! All are welcome in the Multipurpose roomCreate... Learn More Featured Event: ALL NEW Ecom-Biz Owners Profits for the Holidays and Beyond Workshop Live Q&A Friday 3 pm PST When: Friday, December 10th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Online Webinar What: Free Webinar Friday December 10th – Noon EST – 1pm CST – 3pm PST No Hype, Just Facts Learn what the Digital Marketing firms Do NOT want you to know E-Commerce is here to stay – retail or service business Register HERE >>> Register To... Learn More Featured Event: ALL NEW Ecom-Biz Owners Profits for the Holidays and Beyond Workshop Live Q&A Friday 3 pm PST (Mike Sherman) Winter Concert - Soquel High School When: Friday, December 10th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Soquel High SchoolLearn More New Downtown Santa Cruz Library: Community Workshops When: Friday, December 10th at 9:00 a.m. Where: OnlineWhat: Join the Downtown Santa Cruz Library Master Architect team for an online community workshop focused on the preliminary design of the new library and overall site program for the Library Mixed-Use Project. Registration is free, but limited, so please sign up today! Register... Learn 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 School Learn 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 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 City Learn 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 Movement, Meditation, and Spiritual Blessings at the Harbor When: Saturday, December 11th 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 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 Featured Event: '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 Featured Event: '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 Park Learn 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 Historic Ranch Ground Tour When: Sunday, December 12th 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 an... Learn More Historic Ranch Ground Tours When: Sunday, December 12th 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 early p... Learn More Minimum Day - Santa Cruz High School When: Monday, December 13th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Santa Cruz High SchoolLearn More Regular City Council Meeting - Santa Cruz City When: Tuesday, December 14th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Santa Cruz CityLearn More Winter Passport - Bonny Doon Elementary Distict When: Tuesday, December 14th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Bonny Doon Elementary DistictLearn More A1 & A2 Finals - Harbor High School When: Tuesday, December 14th at 8:30 a.m. Where: Harbor High SchoolLearn More Urban Cycling Virtual Workshop When: Tuesday, December 14th at 12:00 p.m. What: Are you curious about how to ride your bike safely and confidently around town? Do you want to learn the rules of the road and how you fit in as a cyclist? How about gear selection, avoiding bike theft, riding during the dark and wet winter months or choosing a low-traffic ro... Learn More Conversations for Change: Capitalism, Socialism or some of each? When: Tuesday, December 14th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Santa Cruz Public Libraries - Downtown Branch What: This free event will be happening simultaneously on Zoom AND In-Person at the downtown library's meeting room. Your choice!  Conservatives love capitalism and liberals love socialism, at least you might think so by reading popular news and social media posts today. But, what... Learn More A1 Finals - Soquel High School When: Tuesday, December 14th at 8:30 a.m. Where: Soquel High SchoolLearn More B1 & B2 Finals - Harbor High School When: Wednesday, December 15th at 8:30 a.m. Where: Harbor High SchoolLearn More Taller de curriculum laborales presentado por Santa Cruz Workforce Collaborative When: Wednesday, December 15th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Santa Cruz Public Libraries - Downtown Branch What: ¿Estás buscando un trabajo pero necesitas ayuda componiendo tu currículum? Vengan y conozcan las diferentes herramientas para crear un curriculum profesional y aprender el vocabulario esencial para destacarse de los demás. Unase con los expertos de Goodwill de la Costa Cen... Learn More Zoning Administrator Meeting - Santa Cruz City When: Wednesday, December 15th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Santa Cruz CityLearn More Wellness and Work - University of California Santa Cruz-Learning & Development When: Wednesday, December 15th at 10:00 a.m. Where: University of California Santa Cruz-Learning & DevelopmentLearn More A3 Finals - Soquel High School When: Wednesday, December 15th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Soquel High SchoolLearn More Check out all the local events posted by your neighbors, 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.