Halloween in Santa Cruz conjures up many haunting images of a frightfully crowded downtown filled with strangely (and skimpily) costumed revelers enjoying sinful fun. But for those who want to participate in the wicked festivities without the hustle, bustle and drunk-in-public citations, Moe’s Alley has plenty of treats, without any tricks, at the inaugural Halloweekend Haunt festival.
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Census of Coastal Bird Brings Good News
In June, the California Audubon Society set out to do something no other organization has. With clipboards, binoculars and GPS devices, volunteers hit the rocky coastlines to survey the native black oystercatcher.
Santa Cruz Guide: Tattoos & Piercing
Move to Santa Cruz, get a tattoo—fine. It’s a time-honored tradition. But read this first.
Santa Cruz Guide: Dance Nights
It’s easier to dance the night away when you know where to go. Here are the best dance nights in Santa Cruz, from house to swing.
Santa Cruz Guide: Empty Beaches
Beaches are great. Crowds, not so much. Our correspondent has identified five stretches of coastline where one can practice one’s dance moves, tuba or naked headstands without causing a scene.
Fall Arts Outlook: Literature
Visiting authors and literary events in Santa Cruz this autumn
Fall Arts Outlook: Dance
Tandy Beal returns with HereAfterHere and Thriller dance classes are back this fall.
Fall Arts Outlook: Theater
The season’s theatrical offerings range from Chekhov to Sondheim.
Fall Arts Outlook: Jazz & Classical Music
The fall jazz and classical season starts with the 54th annual Monterey Jazz Festival and ends with the Messiah singalong at First Congregational. Between those two points is a busy autumn calendar filled with luminaries like Branford Marsalis, McCoy Tyner and violin virtuoso Sheryl Staples.
Fall Arts Outlook: Film
Cineastes, get out your iCals—Santa Cruz hosts a number of unique screenings this fall, from the week-long Pacific Rim Film Festival to the two-day screening of Metropolis with live accompaniment by New Music Works.
