Santa Cruz County Bulletin Board

How to get more male teachers

Men are more likely to switch into teaching. So let's make that easier Richard V Reeves Nov 04, 2024 I’ve written a lot about the decline in the share of [...]

Exploring Trails and Their Benefits: Vamos Outdoors

It might be called The Great Outdoors for several reasons. It can be beautiful. It can be fun. It can be inspiring. But did you know that it can also be great for your health?

Monday 11/11: Monterey: Reclaim Armistice Day Vigil

Window on the Bay, 717 Del Monte Blvd., Monterey CA, 93940

Saturday 11/16: Sharat Lin: The Folly of Cold War with China

Monterey Peace & Justice Center, 1364 Fremont Blvd Seaside, CA, 93955

Governor Newsom on the 2024 Presidential Election

SACRAMENTO— Today, Governor Gavin Newsom issued the following statement on the 2024 Presidential Election: "Vice President Kamala Harris set out to fight to defend our fundamental freedoms a...

Taking Charge of Our Emotional Triggers In Intense Times

by Irene van der Zande Executive Director & Founder When I become emotionally triggered, I am NOT my best self, especially during intense times in my own life or in [...]

How-Tos for Educational Entrepreneurs

by Kerry McDonald Last week, I presented at the National Microschool Center’s first annual founder summit in Las Vegas. As is typical whenever I connect with education entrepreneurs, I am [...]

Private Schools in Santa Cruz County Welcome Your Inquiry

These introductions offer a brief introduction to private schools in Santa Cruz County. We encourage you to visit their websites for more information, and remember there is no substitute for [...]

Four Ways to Give Joy this Holiday Season with Adopt-a-Family

In Santa Cruz County, more families than ever are hoping for a holiday miracle. Nearly 600 families—including over 2,000 children and teens—are on this year’s Adopt-a-Family list, making it the la...

Storm Drain Mural Features Tlaloc, God of Rain

The post Storm Drain Mural Features Tlaloc, God of Rain appeared first on Coastal Watershed Council.

Club meeting – Changes in an Amazonian bird community

Changes in the Structure and Organization of an Amazonian Bird Community After Three Decades Thursday, November 21 7:00 p.m. at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Sant...

On the Water Front (November 3, 2024)

Mark Dolson New Interim General Manager, Routine Business, November Election The most recent regular San Lorenzo Valley Water District (SLVWD) Board meeting was on October 17. There was also a ver...

Yes on Q – Water & Wildfire Protection Act – Declares Victory

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. —The Yes on Q, Water & Wildfire Protection Act, campaign today declared victory with the expected passage of the measure, based on current results that show 58.07% of vote...

Local Parents Find a Circle of Support in Aptos

The journey of pregnancy, birth and parenting is humbling, joyful, vulnerable and more than a little exhausting. And while many families navigate this season of life with minimal support, there is...

Holiday Classic Comes to Mountain Community Theater

Miracle on 34th Street, the play based on the 1947 novel by Valentine Davies is a long-standing tradition at Mountain Community Theater. First adapted by MCT co-founders Peter Troxell and Rita Wad...

SpongeBob SquarePants Swims into Cabrillo

Cabrillo College’s theater department is no stranger to musical theater. Cabrillo Stage mounts a high quality professional musical every summer, with two recent highlights being 2023’s The Hunchba...

Strategies to Build Resilience and Emotional Strength

According to Webster’s, resilience is the capacity to withstand or to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness. Here are strategies parents can use that are based on three well-researched, go-...

Meaningful Alternatives to Holiday Checks and Cash

Gifts of money are often received (and spent) with joy and appreciation that lasts about as long as it takes to get to the mall or log onto Amazon. But there are better ways to give that can provi...

Mi Casa Es Tu Casa Exhibit Opens

Pajaro Valley Arts has opened their current and annual exhibit, “Mi Casa es Tu Casa” at their Sudden Street gallery. The show explores the connection between the living and those who have passed. ...

Tips for a Winning College Application

College-bound seniors are off to a busy season as they juggle their 12th-grade classes and between 7-20 college applications. While this may seem overwhelming while juggling sports and extracurric...

Deepening Unique Relationships with Your Children

“Our jobs, other responsibilities, and numerous distractions, make it difficult to devote individual time to each of our children. These competing demands on our time, energy, and attention don’t ...

Zero Motorcycles Announces Expanded MY24 Product Line

SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif.-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Zero Motorcycles, the worldwide leader in electric motorcycles and powertrains, today unveiled its model year 2024 product Read More

Office of Traffic Safety Awards $72,714 Grant to the Santa Cruz Police Department for Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Program

Santa Cruz, Calif. – The Santa Cruz Police Department announced today that it has received a grant from the California Read More

Best Bicycle Paths in Santa Cruz County

Santa Cruz County is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, and cycling is one of the best ways to experience its stunning landscapes. Here's your guide to the best bike paths in Santa Cruz County!

Statement on the Passage of Measure Q (Santa Cruz County)

Santa Cruz County's Measure Q is a landmark initiative and a significant step forward in the County’s unified approach to water and wildfire protection.

Statement on the Passage of Proposition 4

This landmark $10 billion bond measure, Proposition 4, represents a crucial investment in our state's immediate environmental future and demonstrates Californians’ commitment to addressing climate...

The Day After: Finding Balance

SELF-CARE IS BALANCE OUR WORK IS MORE THAN “JUST A JOB” WE LEAD BY EXAMPLE By Joan Garry I woke up early. With coffee in hand, I sat at my [...]

Thursday 11/28: Thanksgiving Community Dinner

Santa Cruz Veterans Memorial Building

Artist Profile: CFCF

There’s someone I can’t stop thinking about… Michael Silver, aka CFCF. An electronic musician, composer, and DJ, CFCF makes ambient and dance music that feels cold, tactile, and hypnotic, while al...

Toyota and Joby Complete First Air Taxi Flight in Japan

SUSONO, Japan & SANTA CRUZ, Calif.-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota; NYSE: TM) and Joby Aviation, Inc. (Joby; NYSE:JOBY), a company Read More

"No More System to Believe In" - Good Riddance Release Song Before Elections

Interview with Russ Rankin, vocalist with Santa Cruz punk band Good Riddance on band's new single "No More System to Believe In" released before US elections.

Weekly Review November 3 – 9

This Weekly Review features public meetings as of the time of publication, November 2 at 11:00 am. Meeting status changes will be updated as they are announced throughout the week, here on the San...

United Way Announces Leadership Transition: CEO Keisha Browder Selected to Lead United Way Bay Area

Congratulations, Keisha Browder (NPC Co-founder) for your Leadership Transistion to CEO of United Way Bay Area, for eight Bay Area counties: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San ...

Dr. Butterworth gets Medicare: Lori Butterworth receives her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology!

"I returned to school, finished my doctorate, and turned 65 in the same month. The graduation party invitation read: Dr. Butterworth gets Medicare" to encourage others!" Dr. Lori Butterworth has [...]

The Queen of Green: The Ann Ostermann Era comes to an end at Open Studios

“It’s been my honor to produce this tour for the last 20 years. Open Studios gives visitors a unique inside look at the artistic process – there’s just nothing better [...]

A New Chapter for NAMI Santa Cruz County: Introducing Executive Director Noeli Perez!

Hello everyone. My name is Elsa Tamayo, current CSUMB student and intern for Nonprofit Connection Santa Cruz County. I am excited to share some exciting news from the National Alliance [...]

Exciting Leadership Transition at Save Our Shores: Meet Katie Thompson!

Hello everyone. My name is Elsa Tamayo, CSUMB student and current intern for Nonprofit Connection Santa Cruz County. In this blog post, I am thrilled to share some fantastic news [...]

October 30 – November 5, 2024

Highlights this week: Bratton... how to vote... Greensite... Back next week... Steinbruner... No on Measure Q, Don't Trust This Person, Office of Inspector General Report Maybe a Good Start... Hay...

Land Atonement

Very slowly, we must move in the direction of becoming at one with the Land. All that we eat, all that we breathe, all that we drink comes from the Land. What is your opinion of how people have tr...

Ask Yesenia: Embracing the Holidays

by Yesenia Gomez-Carrillo  I love this time of year, filled with joy, cherished traditions, gratitude - and let’s not forget those wonderfully cozy moments. The holidays often encourage us to [...]