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Equinox

Three layers of clouds moving in different ways for different reasons woof in the soon-to-be rainy season. Time to put up firewood and stuff. Sunset peach clounds dance above the barn, fields fall...

NEW: Sempervirens Fund purchases Año Nuevo Vista

Sempervirens Fund announced the purchase of Año Nuevo Vista, a 41-acre parcel of land in the Santa Cruz mountains that will play a vital role in connecting protected habitat in Big Basin Redwoods ...

Sunday 10/6: Special Electile Dysfunction Concert Songs to Vote By! with topical songster, Mark Levy

Whiskey Hill Farms

Freedom from the Drama of the Ego’s Illusions

By Lori Suzanne Holetz I found this article the other day, and quite frankly it could not be more appropriate to our times. Drama seems to be heavy in the air these days, everywhere, with everyone...

Update on Pajaro Flood Recovery: Community Bridges Leading Long-Term Recovery and Resilience

Program Coordinator Patricia Zamora J. (left) and Advocate Ana Albor have helped hundreds of Pajaro families access economic assistance and other aid in the aftermath of the March 2023 flood. [...]

September 17 – 23, 2024

Highlights this week:Bratton... More about Marcia ... Greensite... on the City’s Grand Jury Response ... Steinbruner... what anonymous benefactor, county fairgrounds, and water ... Hayes... Whence...

The Man Who Changed the N-word in Huck Finn

Alan Gribben detoured from his research and published ‘Huck Finn’ without the N-word. Courtesy Wikimedia Commons October 24, 2019 By Abby Liebing A poor, uneducated white boy from Missouri [...]

Ian George Band @ Blue House Stage Review

This past Saturday, Ian George performed at Blue House Stage, a local venue in Scotts Valley. My friend Emma and I drove just 15 minutes on the 17 and arrived at a winding road that led into mount...

This day in History Sept. 17, 1983 Vabessa Williams becomes the first Black Miss America

Vanessa Williams becomes first Black Miss America On September 17, 1983, 20-year-old Vanessa Williams becomes the first Black woman to win the Miss America crown. Less than a year later, on July 2...

Mark Twain Hated No One

Mark Twain Mark Twain, the pen name of Samuel Langhorne Clemens, was an American writer known for his wit, humor, and keen observations of American society. He wrote several novels, [...]

Autumn Walks in Santa Cruz County

From trails lined with towering redwoods and autumnal maple trees to scenic natural spaces sprinkled with fall foliage, here are some of the best spots to experience the beauty of autumn in Santa ...

Orientation 2024

Ryan Coonerty, LSCC Executive Director: "Leadership Santa Cruz County's Class 38 kicked off their year-long course at Orientation on...

Tuesday 9/17: Strike Back at CEO Phil Kramer's "Housing Matters" Estates

Housing Matters (more properly known as "Funding Matters")

Harvey Wast Studios Housing Project

HOUSING MATTERS CELEBRATES GROUNDBREAKING OF HARVEY WEST STUDIOS HOUSING PROJECT Project will create 120 units of permanent supportive housing Housing Matters announced the groundbreaking celebra...

A look at this weeks weather

Here comes some rain! We wake up to a rainy morning in the mountain villages and surrounding areas. Wednesday can see rain as well. Hello Fall! Be sure to check current conditions at: santacruzmou...

Keanu Reeves / Dogstar At The Catalyst #wyldstallyns

Epic night in Santa Cruz with Dogstar. Not every day Keanu Reeves is in town. Here are a few videos Read More

Saturday 9/28: Healing Salon for Gaza Aid

SubRosa Community Space, 703 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz

Weekly Review September 15 – 21

This Weekly Review features public meetings as of the time of publication, September 14 at 11:00 am. Meeting status changes will be updated as they are announced throughout the week, here on the S...

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Mountain Mama Fried green tomatoes are a beloved dish that encapsulates the essence of Southern cooking. Their crispy, golden exterior and the tangy bite of the unripe tomatoes make them a crowd-p...

Board Members and Measure U

by Mark Dolson This is an opinion piece. The opinions are not necessarily those of the Santa Cruz Mountain Bulletin. There has not been a regular San Lorenzo Valley Water District (SLVWD) Board me...

Securing Our Home Against Future Fire Danger with Newly Developed Building Materials

Taking the Bull by the Horns By Kevin Foster With climate change and fire seasons lasting nearly year round, residents all across the western states are adapting to protect their largest investmen...

Anchovies Invade Santa Cruz

The Santa Cruz Wharf is experiencing a surge in visitors (not just tourist), as large schools of anchovies have arrived Read More

Join the Sister Cities 50 Years Celebration!

Join us at the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History on Saturday, October 5, 2024 for a mayoral Read More

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the New Neary Lagoon Floating Walkway and Interpretive Signage

SANTA CRUZ, CA The City of Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation and Public Works Departments, in partnership with the Read More

Art Makes a Splash at River Jam!

Artists, musicians, bike enthusiasts, community members, and river lovers all gathered in the parking lot of the CWC office on Saturday, August 24, to celebrate art and the San Lorenzo [...]

How to Set Boundaries When You’ve Never Been Taught How

How to Set Boundaries When You’ve Never Been Taught How If your family’s cultural values don’t embrace the concept of boundaries, here are 14 tips for boundary setting this holiday [...]

12/8 Horticulture Workshop: Create a Living Holiday Wreath

Let’s get festive with native flowers, succulents, and air plants! Deck the halls and get into the holiday spirit by crafting a living botanical wreath. This course will satisfy both plant and art...

Breaking News: Grey Bears is Growing!

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

September-November edition

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12/7 & 12/8 Museum Store Holiday Sale

Shop local this holiday season and find unique gifts for natural history fans of all ages. The Museum Store carries a variety of educational and fun gifts, including one-of-a-kind items from local...

12/7 Scientific Illustration & Observation in Sculpture

Love nature, science, and art but don’t know where to start? Here is your opportunity to master a new skill and bring home your own environmentally-inspired masterpiece after just one class. Learn...

12/13 Winter Special: Sea Glass Art

As part of this special seasonal offering, discover the beauty of beachcombing as you create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece from shoreline treasures. Using local and sustainability sourced resources,...

Museum of the Macabre: Out of This World 2024 Party

Come in costume and imbibe cauldron-concocted cocktails while exploring the stars above. The eighth annual Museum of the Macabre will be bigger than ever with freakish festivities and special exhi...

September 11 – 17, 2024

Highlights this week: Bratton... Preposterous pennies...Farewell Marcia McDougal ... Greensite... Gillian is out this week ... Steinbruner... Questions about Fifth District Candidate Martinez, Can...

Joby Applies to Become First Certified Electric Air Taxi Operator in UAE

SANTA CRUZ, Calif.-(BUSINESS WIRE)- Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today announced Read More

14 Phrases To Use With Your Teen That Will Transform Your Relationship

Plus, which phrases to avoid. By Leigh Weingus Sep 6, 2024 “By showing genuine interest in their opinions, you validate their growing sense of individuality and promote open communication,” one th...

Help Strengthen Our Community: Share Your Insights!

At the Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County, we believe that the heart of a strong community lies in giving, volunteering, and connecting with one another. We’ve seen how powerful these acts can ...

Civil Rights Groups Sue UCSC for Unlawful Campus Bans and Response to Student Protests

September 9, 2024 - Today, the ACLU Foundation of Northern California, the Center for Protest Law & Litigation, and civil rights attorney Thomas Seabaugh filed a lawsuit against the University...

Saturday 9/14: District 2 Supervisor Candidates Townhall Meeting on Transportation Issues

Aptos Public Library, 7695 Soquel Drive, Aptos

Monday 9/30: Seaside Candidate Forum

Oldemeyer Center, Laguna Grande Ballroom, 986 Hilby Ave., Seaside, CA 93955