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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
December 23, 2025
Last Night’s Best
From live bands and burlesque to parades, prix-fixe dinners, and midnight toasts, Santa Cruz offers a wide range of ways to ring in the New Year on Dec. 31.
December 17, 2025
Things to do in Santa Cruz
The Trolley Drops jug band takes pop classics and standards like “Rudolph,” then gives them a twist as jazz, rock, and country. At Discretion Brewing, 5:30pm Friday
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December 13, 2025
Cabrillo College Selects New President
If approved by the Board of Trustees on Jan. 12, Jenn Capps will start on Jan. 20, Cabrillo College announced in a press release.
