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January 21, 2026
Things to do in Santa Cruz
Acclaimed guitar virtuoso Matteo Mancuso uses quasi-flamenco technique to combine jazz, classical, and rock. At Rio Theatre, January 28.
January 14, 2026
Santa Cruz Gives a Record Amount
Santa Cruz Gives raised more than $2.1 million for 72 local nonprofits in the final weeks of 2025, continuing a multi-year surge in community giving.
January 14, 2026
Things to do in Santa Cruz
The music of Haunt Me is full of ’80s synth sounds, a flair for the dramatic, the spooky and macabre, and plenty of romance. Saturday at The Catalyst.
January 6, 2026
Things to do in Santa Cruz
This week’s calendar highlights live music, punk shows, festivals, literary events, and a featured performance by guitarist Mike Dawes at Felton Music Hall.
January 6, 2026
County announces new probation chief
Santa Cruz County has named Sandra Mendez as its next chief probation officer, bringing more than 20 years of experience in community-based justice and corrections leadership to the role.
January 6, 2026
Watsonville names new fire chief
The City of Watsonville has appointed longtime firefighter Corey Schaefer as its new fire chief, following the retirement of Chief Rudy López.
December 31, 2025
Things to do in Santa Cruz
The ten-piece ensemble Moonalice combines psychedelic soul and Americana, featuring luminaries from the musical scene. Friday at Felton Music Hall, 8pm
December 23, 2025
Things to do in Santa Cruz
The Bay Area outfit Fleetwood Macramé may win the award for cleverest name that evokes the era of Fleetwood Mac’s biggest successes. At Felton Music Hall 8pm Saturday 12/27
