Events

Peace Camp Brightened by Floodlights

Submitted by Matt de Nesnera on Saturday, August 21st, 1:58 pm

At dusk, Santa Cruz police fire up floodlights in front of City Hall, illuminating what's left of Peace Camp 2010.

Authorities installed the lighting earlier this week citing public safety concerns, particularly after a convicted sex offender, who failed to register with police, was arrested here.

"When you've got a child molester out there who's on the run from the law -- he had several outstanding warrants from San Luis Obispo County -- it really takes this to a new level in terms of safety," said Santa Cruz deputy police chief Kevin Vogel.

The homless and their advocates are protesting the city's sleeping ordinances and, in the past, they have asked for amnesty for all sleeping tickets dating back to the late 1970's.

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Santa Cruz NAACP Labor Day Barbecue

Submitted by Matt de Nesnera on Friday, August 13th, 11:55 am

The Santa Cruz Branch of the NAACP will host its annual Labor Day Barbecue and Picnic in the Cathedral Grove section of DeLaveaga Park (850 No. Branciforte Dr.) on Sunday, September 5, from noon 'til 5:00 p.m.

The public is invited to share good company, tasty food and live entertainment. Adult meal tickets (barbecued chicken) cost $10.00, while children's (hot dogs) are $5.00 and will be available onsite. Meals include salad, baked beans and dessert.

Call 831-429-2266 for more information.

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Benefit for O'neill Sea Odyssey

Submitted by Brooke

Thursday, August 12th, 11:17 am

SANTA CRUZ, Calif.- Intero Real Estate Services of Santa Cruz is hosting its third annual "Taste of the Harbor," starting at 4:30 PM at the Santa Cruz Harbor on Thursday, September 9. All proceeds will benefit O'Neill Sea Odyssey.

The event will involve a raffle, live music by local artists DANJUMA & ONOLA, and food and wine provided by harbor area restaurants and local wineries.

O'Neill Sea Odyssey (OSO) engages 4th - 6th grade youth with an education program in navigation, conservation, and marine science on a 65-foot catamaran sailing Monterey Bay, and in a shore-side education center. The program is free, and each group completes a community service project to participate. OSO has served more than 50,000 students.

Tickets can also be purchased directly at www.tasteoftheharbor.com.

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From The Farm To The Table

Submitted by Jasmine Viel

Wednesday, August 11th, 9:13 am

It is that time when all of our favorite fruits and vegetables are in season and ripe for the picking.

Local farms and wineries are coming together with Chaminade Resort & Spa to take advantage of the local bounty and to host the Second Annual Farm-to-Table Dinner Series, five dinners featuring the finest that Santa Cruz growers and vintners have to offer.

The next Farm-to-Table Dinner is scheduled for Friday, August 20th. The dinner will take place on Chaminade's terrace patio, which boasts beautiful views of the Santa Cruz Mountains and the Monterey Bay. The Dinner includes local wine and will begin with a reception from 5:30-6:00pm featuring passed hors d'oeurves, followed by a four course dinner beginning at 6:00pm.

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Fusion Salon & Spa Cut-A-Thon

Submitted by Matt de Nesnera on Tuesday, August 10th, 9:33 am

Fusion Salon & Spa will be hosting a Cut-A-Thon for an employee who recently underwent brain surgery. The one-day fundraiser will be held Sunday, August 15, from 9am-6pm at the spa, located at 1051 41st Avenue.

There will be discounted hair, nail and skin services, as well as discounts on products and gift certificates. There will also be a raffle, silent auction, food & drinks.

All proceeds go directly to the Sandman Family.

For more information or how to donate, please contact Fusion Salon & Spa at (831) 479-3727 or at fusionsalonandspa@gmail.com.

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Back to School Drive

Submitted by Matt de Nesnera on Wednesday, August 4th, 2:21 pm

The Walnut Avenue Women's Center is hosting a Back to School Drive through August 13. According to a press release, the annual event helps children and families start school prepared.

The Women's Center is looking for donations of school supplies, backpacks and gift cards for clothes and shoes.

Donations are accepted at the Walnut Avenue Women's Center, located at 303 Walnut Avenue in Santa Cruz. The office is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. It is closed for lunch from 1:00 - 2:00 pm.

For a complete list of accepted items, please go to www.WAWC.org or call (831) 426-3062.

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Summer Festivities Keep Valley Busy

Submitted by Meagan Zickuhr on Monday, August 2nd, 11:54 am

According to Press-Banner.com, the Cops ’N’ Rodders car show in Scotts Valley brought in 175 hot rods from all over the Central Coast and made their way past the beaches of Santa Cruz and on to Siltanen Park July 17th.

Hosted by the Scotts Valley Police Department, the show raised about $7,500 for the Scotts Valley Peace Officers Foundation.

Read more: Press-Banner - Summer festivities keep valley busy

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Unemployment Support Group

Submitted by Leslie Rolander

Monday, August 2nd, 10:17 am

According to Press-Banner.com, Father Blaine Hammond of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church decided to start a support group for the unemployed. People can come to the group for support and to share their experiences.

The first meeting for the group will begin at 6 p.m. Aug. 11, at St. Andrews, 101 Riverside Ave., in Ben Lomond.

Read more:Press-Banner - Unemployment support group starts up

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People Protest Immigration Law In Santa Cruz

Submitted by Nailen on Friday, July 30th, 5:50 pm

People from all over the country are protesting the immigration law which took effect in Arizona Thursday. Dozens of people marched through Santa Cruz with signs held high and speaker box in hand. Marciano Cruz showed up because he's afraid of what this law will do to illegal immigrants and their families.

"Separation. I know what a separation is like for a family and I know how it feels, trying to be separated from your kids," said Marciano Cruz.

That seemed to be the biggest issue, but it's certainly not the only one. Jaque Aguado said the law clearly shows racial profiling and it's unfair.

"We're just not the only illegal people; there are Chinese people, African American. There's a lot of whole bunch of immigrants here not just Mexicans," said Jaque Aguado.

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Santa Cruz Sleep-Out: 19 Days and Counting

Submitted by Nailen on Friday, July 23rd, 12:59 pm

A group of activists and the homeless have been camped out at the Santa Cruz county courthouse for 19 days, and they say they have no plans to leave.

They're calling it Peace Camp 2010. About 30 people are camping out to protest the city's sleeping bans, and organizers say their numbers are growing.

Even though they're rallying against city laws, they are technically on county property.

City officials have said they can't enforce their ordinances there, and the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office has no enforcement plans, either.

Organizers say they are trying to make a point, and it doesn't matter if it's on city property or not.

"We're trying to protest the problem and demonstrate the solution," said activist Christoper Doyon. He said they can provide a cheap and safe place to sleep.

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