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California “boutique” wines by the glass, flight or bottle. Incredible views included. Vino Prima - it’s not just a wine bar... it’s a destination! Open daily, 2 - 10pm. See ad pg 36.

Mission santa cruz

attractionS

Art Galleries

130 Emmet Street, Santa Cruz, Phone: 831.426.5686 www.holycrosssantacruz.com/mission.html Mission Santa Cruz remains a testament to the interplay between California’s Spanish & Native American heritage. Open Tue. - Sat. 10am - 4pm, Sun. 10am - 2pm.

Phone: 831.475.9600, www.ccscc.org The Cultural Council supports the arts of Santa Cruz County through arts education, grants and the Open Studios Art Tour. Open Mon. - Fri. 9am - 5pm. See ad pg. 26.

henry J. Mello center for performing arts

cabrillo college art gallery

the Museum of art & history at the Mcpherson center

6500 Soquel Drive, Room 1002, Aptos Phone: 831.479.6308 www.cabrillo.edu/services/artgallery A prominent college gallery-space exhibiting the artwork of nationally and internationally known artists. Open Mon. - Fri. 9am - 4pm, Mon. & Tues. 7pm - 9pm.

705 Front Street, Santa Cruz, Phone: 831.429.1964 www.santacruzmah.org Features changing exhibitions of contemporary art and Santa Cruz County history. Tours, lectures & family activities. Open Tue. - Sun. 11am - 5pm.

250 East Beach Street, Watsonville Phone: 831.763.4047, Theater: 831.728.6462 www.mellocenter.com Premier concert performance hall located in central Watsonville.

Kuumbwa Jazz

pajaro valley historical association

eloise pickard smith gallery

Cowell College, UCSC, 1156 High St., Santa Cruz Phone: 831.459.2953 Revolving exhibits by artists of the Monterey Bay region. Open Tue. - Sun. 11am - 4pm during the school year. Closed June 15 - Sep. 15.

332 E. Beach St., Watsonville Phone: 831.722.0305, www.pajarovalleyhistory.org Exhibits and archives of Watsonville and the Pajaro Valley. Open Tue. - Thu. 11am - 3pm. Research by appointment.

320 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz Phone: 831.427.2227, www.kuumbwajazz.org Presenting world-renowned jazz & world music artists each week in an intimate atmosphere. Dinner served one hour before showtime.

rio theatre

rancho del oso nature & history center

santa cruz art league

526 Broadway, Santa Cruz Phone: 831.426.5787, www.scal.org SCAL creates an environment for the creative path; to exhibit, to perform, take classes, network and find inspiration & support. Exhibits, literary readings, performances & educational programs for all ages. Open Wed. - Sat. 12 - 5pm, Sun. 12 - 4pm. First Friday of each month 12 - 9pm.

3600 Hwy 1, Davenport, Phone: 831.425.1218, 831.427.2288, www.ranchodeloso.org Extensive & newly renovated natural and cultural history exhibits of the Waddell Valley. Self-guided or docentled hikes, tours and special events monthly. Open weekends, noon - 4pm.

1205 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz Phone: 831.423.8209, www.riotheatre.com A 724-capacity venue for live music, independent films, authors, theater plays & rehearsal space. Check website for show dates & times.

santa cruz city arts

san lorenzo valley Museum

santa cruz Mountains art center

9341 Mill Street, Ben Lomond Phone: 831.336.3513, www.mountainartcenter.org Gallery, art classes, gifts by local artists, clay workshops, music events. Open Wed. - Sun., noon - 6pm.

12547 Highway 9, Boulder Creek Phone: 831.338.8382, www.slvmuseum.com Displays of early San Lorenzo Valley life, featuring logging, railroads, early schoolroom & interactive maps and photos. Open Wed., Fri. - Sun., noon - 4pm.

337 Locust Street, Santa Cruz Phone: 831.420.5157, www.santacruzpublicart.com Santa Cruz City Arts works with the Arts Commission, partners & stakeholders to guide implementation of the public art and mural programs & other cultural planning initiatives. See website to download free downtown public art walking tour map!

santa cruz civic auditorium

santa cruz Mission state historic park

Museums

agricultural history project (ahp) Museum

2601 East Lake Avenue, Watsonville Phone: 831.724.5898, www.aghistoryproject.org Exhibits, and equipment representing history of agriculture on the Central Coast. Activities for children. Open Thurs. - Sun., noon - 4pm.

144 School Street, Santa Cruz Phone: 831.425.5849, www.thatsmypark.org The oldest building in the City of Santa Cruz and the only remaining original building of the Mission Santa Cruz settlement. Museum and tours. Open Thu. - Sat. 10am - 4pm.

307 Church Street, Santa Cruz, Phone: 831.420.5260, 831.420.5240 www.santacruzcivic.com Open hours vary. Box Office available Tues. - Fri. 11am 6pm, Sat. 10am - 1:30pm.

ucsc arts Division

santa cruz Museum of natural history

Theater Arts Center, UCSC, 1156 High St., Santa Cruz, Phone: 831.459.2787 http://arts.ucsc.edu UC Santa Cruz’s cultural hub! Featuring art, music, theater, dance, film and digital art. Office open Mon. Fri. 9am - 5pm. Event schedule varies.

aptos history Museum

7605-B Old Dominion Court, Aptos Phone: 831.688.9514, www.aptoshistory.org A collection of artifacts and photographs depicting the history of Aptos, from the Native American Indians to the earthquake. Open Mon. - Fri., 10am - 4pm.

1305 East Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, Phone: 831.420.6115 www.santacruzmuseums.org Exhibits on native peoples, geology and local wildlife. Family fun! Tidepool touch tank, live beehive and life-size whale sculpture. Summer: Weds. - Sun., 10am - 5pm; During school year: Tue. - Sat., 10am - 5pm. Free first Thurs. of Jan., Apr., July, Oct.

Points of Interest
casino arcade
400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, Phone: 831.426.7433, 831.423.5590 www.beachboardwalk.com Ranked one of the best arcades in the country, with more than 200 video & pinball games, redemption games, and Laser Tag. Open daily except Dec. 25.

santa cruz surfing Museum

california agricultural workers history center

275 Main Street, Suite 100, Watsonville Phone: 831.768.3400, 831.768.3406 www.watsonvillelibrary.org Stories of workers who came to this area to work & stayed to create a community. In the Watsonville Library. Open Mon. - Thurs. 10am - 8pm, Fri. 10am - 6pm.

Mark Abbott Lighthouse - West Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, Phone: 831.420.6289 www.santacruzsurfingmuseum.org This unique little museum’s exhibits chronicle over 100 years of local surfing history. Summer: Wed. - Mon. 10am - 5pm; Winter: Thurs. - Mon. 12 - 4pm.

cocoanut grove

capitola historical Museum

Performing Arts

400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, Phone: 831.423.2053 www.cocoanutgrovesantacruz.com A spectacular oceanfront setting and plenty of historic charm make this an unforgettable venue for special events. Hours vary. Open year-round.

cabrillo college visual & performing arts complex

felton covered Bridge

410 Capitola Avenue, Capitola Phone: 831.464.0322, www.capitolamuseum.org Offers changing exhibits on the history of the oldest resort on the Pacific Coast & depicts summer resort life in 1910. Open Wed., Fri. - Sun. 12 - 4pm.

6500 Soquel Drive, Aptos Phone: 831.479.6146, www.cabrillovapa.com A state-of-the-art facility housing 3 performance venues: the Crocker Theater, Music Recital Hall & the Black Box Theater. Year-round entertainment. See web for schedule.

Graham Hill Rd. and Mt. Hermon Rd., Felton Phone: 831.454.7956, www.scparks.com A California State Historical Landmark. Open sunrise to sunset.

lighthouse point

city of watsonville nature center

capitola art & cultural commission

30 Harkins Slough Road, Watsonville Phone: 831.768.1622, www.wetlandsofwatsonville.org Offers exhibits on wetlands plants, animals, history & conservation. Family activities, group tours & more. Guided nature walks Sundays at 1:30. All programs Spanish bilingual. Open Sat. & Sun. 10am - 5pm.

420 Capitola Avenue, Capitola Phone: 831.475.7300, www.ci.capitola.ca.us Provides the community with art & cultural activities through the year. Check website for current information. Meets 2nd Tuesday of every month, 6:30pm, City Council Chambers.

West Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz Phone: 831.420.5270, www.santacruzparksandrec.com Featuring a surfing museum in a lighthouse & the location of Steamer Lane, the county’s most famous surfing spot. Lawn available to rent for weddings & other outdoor ceremonies. Open daily, sunrise - sunset.

Mission santa cruz

cultural council of santa cruz county
1101 Pacific Ave., Suite 320, Santa Cruz

130 Emmet Street, Santa Cruz, Phone: 831.426.5686 www.holycrosssantacruz.com/mission.html

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