This weekend marks the 51st anniversary of the Watsonville Fly-in. While this year’s event has a new name, Wings Over Watsonville, and is scaled down from previous fly-ins; there will be no death-defying aerobatics, the fly-in will continue to offer activities the whole family can enjoy. The event also provides a behind-the-scenes view of the county’s only…
Santa Cruz Dog-Friendly Spots
As a dog owner, it’s unfortunate to see the words “no dogs allowed” when you are about to go into a restaurant or park. Luckily for dog owners, Santa Cruz County is overall, very canine-friendly. There are some places, such as Capitola Beach, where dogs are strictly not allowed, but for every spot where dogs…
Top Events of the Week: Aug. 28-Sept. 1
By the end of the week, the collective mind of Good Times is literally swirling with dates, times and locations. There is simply so many events happening in Santa Cruz County! Where to being? Oh yes, Friday. Here is a list of the top events happening in a neighborhood near you. FRIDAY, AUGUST 28 ‘Iran…
Radical Reels Tour Rolls into Santa Cruz
Get ready all you adrenaline junkies out there because the 39th annual Radical Reels Tour is on its way to Santa Cruz. Over the past three months the Banff Mountain Film Festival has been trailblazing its way through more than 65 locations across the United States and will be stopping at our very own Rio…
Santa Cruz Haunted Places
One of the state’s original counties, Santa Cruz has long attracted ambitious men and women to its Eden-like shores. While the history of Santa Cruz County is spotted with tales of triumph and success, there also tales of tragedy, mystery and failure. Some believe that when tragedy occurs, something is left in its wake; call…
The Lion Fish, the Supper Club and the French Quarter
LionFish SupperClub has become known around town for their Tuesday night pop-up dinners at the Santa Cruz Food Lounge. Many of us have hopped on board to travel the globe with the Fish, as they sample regional cuisines from around the world. The most compelling LionFish pop-up cuisine by far has been Vietnamese street food.…
Top Events of the Week: Aug. 20-26
The sun is shining outside so why are you still indoors? Embrace the drought, slather on some sunscreen and fill up your reusable water bottle (PBA free, of course) and check out these events happening in a neighborhood near you, compiled by the editors at Good Times. THURSDAY, AUGUST 20 New Leaf Jazz Education Fundraiser…
Kickin Chicken Crosses the Road at Midtown Cafe
When I cut into my first Kickin Chicken fried chicken breast, I wasn’t expecting something so tender and succulent. The spicy, salty and slightly sweet crispy coating gave way to juicy, flavorful and tender chicken. It was perfectly cooked. The cornmeal waffles had an unbelievably satisfying crunch. Hints of saltiness punctuated the sweetness of the…
James Durbin to Judge the Battle for the Silver Ticket
Local aspiring singers have the opportunity to be a part of Season 15 of American Idol at the Battle for the Silver Ticket happening Saturday, September 5 at the Monterey County Fair. The singing competition, judged by Santa Cruz’s own American Idol alum, James Durbin gives local singers between the ages of 15 and 28…
3rd Friday at the Santa Cruz MAH: Growth
How do we grow? As children, as adults, as a community, there are many more ways to grow than are visible to the naked eye. We can grow through gardening and eating healthy local food, through self-care and awareness, and through connecting with our cultural history and local community. On Friday, August 21 as part…
