Santa Cruzans are passionate about their causes. They’ll square off over anything: deciding the best way to re-develop neighborhoods, the best way to get around town and, of course, water. Here are some talking points about local issues for that next round of animated cocktail party patter.
Santa Cruz Guide: Pot Cards
We won’t ask why you’re thinking about getting your medical marijuana card. We’re not here to judge. Here’s our list of a few things to keep in mind, though, before you let your biology books and daily planner disappear into a plume of pungent smoke.
Santa Cruz Guide: Day Trips
Sometimes even a great town looks better in the rearview mirror. Fortunately, several worthwhile destinations lie within an easy day’s drive from Santa Cruz.
Santa Cruz Guide: Famous People
Some big stars have walked the streets of our fair town. Here are some worth bragging about.
Santa Cruz Guide: Meet The Townies
Town-gown friction is so last century. The locals love the students and the students love the locals, even if everybody doesn’t know it yet. Here are some cheap ways to get out and make friends with the natives.
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: Sex
If Santa Cruz were a person, she’d be making her way through the Kama Sutra and have the best condom collection ever. Here are some helpful local resources for everybody’s favorite pastime.
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.
Rita Hosking: Northern California Mountain Girl
Rita Hosking and Cousin Jack were one of the first acts at the Strawberry Music Festival last year, the semi-annual hoedown and family camp-fest in the Sierras. Hosking and her band blew past most of the other acts.
Santa Cruz Guide: After Midnight
Eat pumpkins, don’t turn into one. There’s plenty to do after the witching hour—get a cab ride home and order some cookies, eat, drink some more, see a movie… read on for more suggestions.
