Good Times Holiday Gift Guide 2021 - Santa Cruz

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Contents GIFTS FOR THE …

6 Art Lover

24 Erotic Enthusiast

44 New Parent

8 Beer Geek

26 Fitness Fanatic

46 Stoner

10 Bookworm

28 Foodie

48 Surfer

12 Chef

30 Gardener

50 Techie

14 Chocoholic

32 Heavy Petter

52 Vegan

16 Coffee Addict

36 Hipster

54 Vinophile

18 Crafter

38 Home Decorator

56 Vinyl Fetishist

20 Cyclist

40 Jewelry Lover

58 Yogi

22 Environmentalist

42 Musician

Editor's Note

Can you feel it? It’s something strange, something unlike anything we’ve been allowed to experience over the last nearly two years of pandemic malaise. It’s … it’s … holiday spirit? Yes! And holy cow, is it roaring back. When it comes to gifts this year, the experts are saying “shop early,” to which I would add, “and local.” There are dozen of ideas in these pages; we hope you have as much fun reading this guide as we did putting it together. Happy—no, really, actually happy—holidays!

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“Don’t think about making art, just get it done,” Andy Warhol said. “Let everyone else decide if it’s good or bad, whether they love it or hate it. While they are deciding, make even more art.” The pop-art icon’s practical and direct guidance may not be sugar-coated, but his point is valid. Whether you are shopping for a young artist-in-training or an established artist, or you’re hunting for a distinctive local piece for a buddy who loves his dog more than anything, the bottom line was conveyed well by Warhol: What constitutes “good” art remains in the eye of the beholder. The Scribbles Institute offers a unique way for kids to learn drawing fundamentals alongside mom or dad.

Both struggling and established artists can always use supplies, and Lenz is always well-stocked. Check out Linda Fillhardt’s “Taco Dog Spirit,” one of the pieces from the Santa Cruz mixed-media artist’s “Animal Spirits'' collection, and you’ll find the perfect present for dog owners—there are cats and other animals as well—of any breed. AJ

DRAW WITH YOUR KIDS (7-12-YEAR-OLD CHILD AND A PARENT) The Scribbles Institute PO Box 7480, Santa Cruz 831-421-0774 scribblesinstitute.com $350/month

GIFT CARD Lenz Arts

142 River St., Santa Cruz 831-423-1935 lenzarts.com $50, $75, $100, $200

ANIMAL SPIRITS COLLECTION (10”X8” PANEL) Linda Fillhardt

Gallery 125, Tannery Arts Center 1050 River St., Santa Cruz info@lindafillhardt.com lindafillhardt.com $125-$200

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Locally Handcrafted Glass Tableware, Artisan Jewelry & Gifts

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Breweries and bars that feature local beers are sprouting up across Santa Cruz County like mushrooms after a rainstorm.

Tucked away in the corner of the East Cliff Village Shopping Center is Greater Purpose Brewing Company. Experience the IPA Inner Peace Ale while playing ping-pong or come to their weekly trivia (Wednesday and Thursdays) and comedy nights (Fridays).

Indoors or outdoors, the staff is friendly, and it’s dog friendly! Out in the Harvey West area are two fine places to get your beer on. The Shanty Shack is a self-described nano-brewery making very small batches of tasty beer like Seeing Stars Oatmeal Stout and Rainbow Sherbert Kettle Sour. Take some beer to go, or hang out and catch some live music. Only a minute away is Urbani, aka Bocci’s Cellar, the oldest restaurant/bar in Santa Cruz. Soak in the laid back atmosphere while watching a game and enjoying its rich history. DNA

HEATHER GRAY HOODIE

Greater Purpose Brewing Company 21517 E Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz 831-713-5540 greaterpurposebrewing.com $45

FOUR-PACK OF RAINBOW SHERBERT KETTLE SOUR The Shanty Shack

138 Fern St, Santa Cruz 831-316-0800 shantyshackbrewing.com $25

GIFT CERTIFICATE Urbani Cellar

140 Encinal St, Santa Cruz 831-515-3213 urbanicellar.com $25-$100

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“Once when I testified before a Senate Committee about LSD, Bobby Kennedy asked me how many people I knew smoked marijuana. Brazenly I announced, ‘Everyone I know smokes marijuana except my grandmother.’” Eve Babitz’s memoir Eve’s Hollywood is more like a series of extraordinary accounts, reflections and anecdotes from an unlikely protagonist who matter-of-factly narrates what life was like for an attractive, progressive young woman navigating the strange and surreal world that was Hollywood circa the 1950s and 1960s. Babitz’s prose is addictive; at times, her language is so descriptive, it’s like scanning vivid photographs. In contrast, William Souder’s deep dive into arguably the country’s greatest writer of the 20th century is like a glimpse into John Steinbeck’s mind as he discovers patterns in humankind that bridged nature and sociology. Leonard Cohen’s The Spice-Box of Earth (First Bantam’s 1968 paperback edition) covers the gamut; it’s an ideal gift for music fans, book collectors and poetry enthusiasts. AJ

‘EVE'S HOLLYWOOD’ BY EVE BABITZ Two Birds Books

881 41st Ave., Santa Cruz 831-900-5588 twobirdsbooks.com $16.51

‘MAD AT THE WORLD: A LIFE OF JOHN STEINBECK’

BY WILLIAM SOUDER Bookshop Santa Cruz 1520 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 831-423-0900 bookshopsantacruz.com $32

‘THE SPICE-BOX OF EARTH’

BY LEONARD COHEN Bad Animal

1011 Cedar St., Santa Cruz 831-900-5031 badanimalbooks.com $100

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Chef

The art of cooking can be an exact practice, or more of a messy journey to the final product, depending on your chef. Both of my parents make meals that could compete with five-star restaurants, but their cooking styles are worlds apart. My mother will have three pans on the burner, sprinkling spices to taste, the counters cluttered and butter and oil jumping from the pans. My father cooks with precision, a cookbook open and tracing each line with his finger, all the ingredients lined up in order of use along the counter. So for the cooks in your life, here are some gifts that will set them up for success, whatever their cooking style. Whether that’s with the right supplies, like high chef knives or a dutch oven from Toque Blanche, quality ingredients from a local Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program, or a cooking class to hone their culinary skills, we will make sure your chef has the foundations to create the home-cooked meals we love. AM

CSA BOX

Live Earth Farm 1275 Green Valley Road, Watsonville (831) 763-2448 liveearthfarm.net

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COOKING SUPPLIES Toque Blanche

1527 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz 831-426-1351 mytoque.com Prices Vary

COOKING WORKSHOP Cabrillo Extension College 6500 Soquel Dr., Aptos (831) 479-6331 extension.cabrillo.edu $95+

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There is no shortage of incredible chocolatiers in Santa Cruz County—many award-winning and even world-renowned. I lean more towards lighter, sweeter chocolates, especially ones with caramel and salt or other flavor to balance out the strong cocoa. Whether the person you’re shopping for is like me, or prefers the darker sides of things, there are plenty of delicious treats to choose from.

Ashby Confections offers both in one box with their 25-piece Assorted Milk and Dark Chocolates box. Corralitos’ Heritage Chocolates’ Heavenly Rose Bar is unique twist on a dark chocolate bar, made with pistachios, dried strawberries, rose and cardamom. At long-standing MacKenzies Chocolates in Santa Cruz, pick up a whimsical Christmas Tree Dish full of holiday-themed chocolates. My sweet tooth is excited. JM

25-PIECE ASSORTED MILK AND DARK CHOCOLATES Ashby Confections

16C Victor Square, Scotts Valley 831-454-8299 ashbyconfections.com $79

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1492 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz 831-425-1492 mackenzieschocolates.com $29.95

317 Hames Rd., Corralitos 831-334-4522 heritage-chocolates.com $6 per bar

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Nothing is cooler in 2021 than being caffeinated and vaccinated. And if cool is your game, 11th Hour Coffee is the go-to hang for spacious indoor and outdoor coffee imbibing.

With blends like Ethiopian Theory of Everything to Costa Rican Conversations Matter, this is great place to get jacked up and talk, or check out their free monthly comedy show. Located downtown across from the Warriors’ stadium is Firefly Coffee House, a fantastic morning all-outdoor place to get a vegan breakfast burrito, delicious bagel and a cup of Joe. Up in the hills of Santa Cruz, in tiny Ben Lomond, is a rustic coffee house where you can sit outside under some redwoods while enjoying coffee and a sandwich. Get a cup of Java Bob’s Hawaiian Hazelnut for a real treat to jumpstart your day. DNA

THEORY OF EVERYTHING (12OZ.) 11th Hour Coffee

1001 Center St #1, Santa Cruz; 402 Ingalls St., Santa Cruz 831-322-4599 11thhourcoffee.com $16

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Firefly Coffee House 131A Front St, Santa Cruz 831-471-8881 fireflycoffee.com $10-$100

HAWAIIAN HAZELNUT (16OZ.) Coffee Nine

9505 CA-9, Ben Lomond, CA 95005 831-336-4521 coffeenine.com $16

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So you have a crafter in your life—lucky you. All year long, while you were binge-watching Netflix series, they’ve been learning how to embroider, sewing their own bags and doing home-improvement, DIY style.

They’re thrifty, they’re creative, they might make you feel inadequate but hey, you also benefit from their hobbies when they give you leftover homemade salt scrub or tailor your too-long pants. So let’s reward the crafters with materials they need to feed their latest hobby, and leave it to them to pick out what they need, with a gift card to Palace Art Supply. Or treat them to a workshop at Cabrillo College, which offers classes on glass blowing, printmaking, and more—because we all know crafters love a good workshop. For the sewers, give them a workshop at Vac & Sew, which offers classes for kids and adults. The shop also offers sewers the space to work on their project during Open Sews. Whatever you gift, count on being impressed. AM

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Cabrillo Extension College 6500 Soquel Dr., Aptos 831-479-6331 extension.cabrillo.edu $60+

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SEWING & EMBROIDERY CLASSES Santa Cruz Vac & Sew 806 Ocean St., Santa Cruz santacruzvacnsew.com $30+

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The thing you need to know about cyclists is that they love being cyclists. When they’re not talking about their bike, they’re thinking about their bike. But see, it isn’t the bike that they’re obsessed with—it’s the sense of adventure and freedom it represents. So, if you want to show that special bike-loving someone in your life that you care about them, enhance their quest for undiluted independence with some very cool accessories. They probably already have a helmet, but do they have one with cutting-edge magnetic straps? That’s what makes the Nutcase Multisport Helmet such a great buy. And if they plan on biking in the rain, the Blackburn Outpost Elite Handlebar Roll and Dry Bag is going to keep their supplies bone dry (and make them feel like a badass). And of course, what quest isn’t complete without a Trek Bontrager Elite Multi-Tool? You never know what is going to be tightened or loosened on your journey! AC

NUTCASE MULTI-SPORT HELMET Bicycle Trip

1001 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz 831-427-2580 bicycletrip.com $79.99

BLACKBURN OUTPOST ELITE HANDLEBAR ROLL AND DRY BAG Spokesman Bicycles 231 Cathcart St., Santa Cruz 831-429-6062 spokesmanbicycles.com $174.99

TREK BONTRAGER ELITE MULTI-TOOL Epicenter Cycling

1730 Mission St., Santa Cruz 831-423-9000 epicentercycling.com $29.99

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Every year, the effects of climate change and other environmental impacts grow more apparent. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to make your life more sustainable—from replacing plastic to updating your garden’s watering system to using reusable containers. A number of businesses and organizations in Santa Cruz County offer solutions, in the form of gifts to please your environmentalist friends and family members. Pick up a copy of The Zero-Waste Chef, a book full of plant-forward recipes and tips, available at Bookshop Santa Cruz. For the environmentalist with kids, try Green Science kits—available through Friends of the Santa Cruz State Parks—to construct a saltwater-powered robot or a wind-powered weather station. Stop by Staff of Life in Santa Cruz or Watsonville for reusable produce bags made with recycled plastic, from Santa Cruz-based company Bagito.

Happy greening! JM

THE ZERO-WASTE CHEF: PLANTFORWARD RECIPES AND TIPS FOR A SUSTAINABLE KITCHEN AND PLANET

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Jeremy Nicholson M.S.W., Ph.D.—a self-described “Attraction Doctor”—delves into the science behind gift-giving, specifically romantic gift-giving during the holiday season, in the Psychology Today article “What Message Do Your Gifts Send?” Of the several studies he explores, one in particular determines that “men viewed gift-giving as a means of exchange, usually to try to gain sexual favors.”

At the same time, “women preferred receiving gifts for symbolic and emotional reasons.” There isn’t anything about giving and receiving specific gifts. The “Attraction Doctor” may want to consider The Best Women’s Erotica of the Year, Volume 5, which offers readers both real world—the “art of phone sex”—and even a sci-fi short story about a future world where skin-to-skin contact is forbidden.

Meanwhile, the We-Vibe Melt may look like a giant leech, but the shape allows it to slip between partners during sex and induce precision stimulation. Plus, it claims to help ignite the “kind of sex that brings people closer than ever.” Lastly, the Get Nasty card game promises “57 ways to make your sex life a little nastier.” AJ

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We’ve all been there before. You’re catching up with your old buddy who you haven’t seen in a while, and all of a sudden they start talking about hypertrophy, high-intensity interval training, supersets or resting heart rates. I get it—you lift, you run, you bike and you look great. And while I’m proud of you, I’d also like to forget that I spend roughly 10 hours a day slouched over a desk, and that I get sore for several days after an hour of gardening on the weekend.

But this isn’t about me. No, this is about that special adrenaline-junkie someone in your life. Help them push it to the limit with these gift ideas. TN

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Getting your favorite foodie a fabulous gift may at first seem fairly simple. Sure, foodies love to feast, but they can be surprisingly finicky, too, and really just want what they want (after they take a picture of it ). A taco rack would be one fire foodie gift, because what’s more foodie than a taco (or four)? Whether it be the traditional street variety or some sort of crazy fusion taco, the rack will help present them well—and make for a great photo op. Or get them a gift certificate to Cheese Shop 831, where they can nerd out on all things cheese and get some personal favorites and/ or a housemade grilled cheese, a classically nostalgic and on-brand foodie favorite. Another idea is some ready-to-grill marinated chicken or beef, with multiple flavor profiles to choose from, and which can be cooked when, where and how your favorite foodie prefers. AS

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If your loved one likes to garden, there’s a good chance that they’re always looking to improve their craft. Whether their garden serves as a little oasis, free from the stresses of their job, or if it has more to do with growing their own tomatoes and herbs, the very idea of gardening is fundamentally tied to tweaking and adjusting for the better. A good place to start is to make sure they are using the absolute best equipment they can get. They probably already have pruning shears, but do they have ARS Pruning Shears? Also, Dig Gardens can help you indulge their greenthumbed lifestyle with all kinds of gifts—surround them with botanical ornaments, or bring their passion to playtime with botanical puzzles, for instance. And a gift for the environmentalist on your list is the EZ Read High Visibility Rain Gauge, so they can assess just how much water to use, and not spend valuable resources that aren’t needed. AC

ARS PRUNING SHEARS San Lorenzo Garden Center 235 River St., Santa Cruz 831-423-0223 sanlorenzolumber.com $69.99

BOTANICAL ORNAMENTS AND PUZZLES Dig Gardens

420 Water St., Santa Cruz 831-466-3444 diggardens.com $12-$25

EZ READ HIGH VISIBILITY RAIN GAUGE

The Garden Company Nursery & Gift Shop 2218 Mission St., Santa Cruz 831-429-8424 thegardenco.com $15.99

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CRUZ PRO SPORTS- Premium Quality Surfboards, Surf SUPS, Paddle Boards & Snowboards Find more Cruz on Craigslist! cruzprosportsproducts.com

Surfboards Eggs $499 - Performance & Noseriders $599 Surf Sups and Bamboo Paddle Boards $699- $799 Snowboards- Freestyle & All Mountain $399-$529

Over 260 Amazing Sups. Surfboards & Snowboards in Stock CRUZ Boards are designed right, built strong (3 year unmatched warranty) and value priced!

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Ruff ruff ruff, ruff ruff ruff, ruff ruff ruff! Woof? Arf. Or, in English: dogs are precious, we don’t deserve them. Cats? Eh, they’re OK, too. Whatever your pet of preference, there are plenty of places around the county where you can spoil your companion rotten.

I’m a proud dog dad to a lovable little mutt— picture an Australian cattle dog that somehow got trapped in a chihuahua’s body—and I spend an obscene amount of money trying to show her what she means to me. Sadly, I think she’d rather go without the 49ers jerseys in favor of some treats. She chews off a jersey every time Jimmy Garoppolo misses a pass. Did I mention I spend a lot of money on her? TN

FRESH-MADE TREATS

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HIKING CAMP Woofpack

831-854-7244 woofpack831.com $44-49 per day

1994 Freedom Blvd., Freedom 831-722-9474 wishbonepetco.com/ Varies per pound

FULL SERVICE GROOM

Vanity Fur Co. Grooming 10 Alexander St., Watsonville 831-228-1595 bayvanityfur.com $65-115

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We use only fresh local organic ingredients.

It is our pleasure to share the simple goodness that is Italian cooking, with recipes straight from the homeland.

Full Bar • Extensive Wine List Open for Lunch & Dinner Daily 831.458.1212 | 740 FRONT ST. SUITE 100, SANTA CRUZ

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T he Gift of Adventure!

Gift Cards available in any amount. Redeemable toward any of our adventures!

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This friend holds a special place in our hearts. They always know where to go for a good time. They always know what’s in style. They always hear about artists before anyone else. This friend is at the cutting edge of life, and they deserve the best—even if they will absolutely hate anything you try to give them. Don’t worry so much about their reaction when you surprise them with your present. On the outside, they might act like they’re going to throw the gift in the back seat of their 1970 Ford Bronco and never look at it again.

But when you’re gone, they’ll pop in that Tame Impala CD and rock out. TN

THRASHER RAINBOW BEANIE Foreverfly Skate

442 Main St., Watsonville 831-228-9819 foreverflyskate.com $24.95

GIFT CARD

Streetlight Records 939 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 831-421-9200 streetlightrecords.com $50

CON SAL 4 PACK

Slough Brewing Collective 65 Hangar Way, Suite D, Watsonville thesloughbrewing.com $18

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Soft, Breathable & Eco-Friendly

GIFTS WITH PURPOSE Bamboo Home • Sheets • Towels • Pillows

Free Gift Wrap

Bamboo Apparel • Women, men, baby • Pajamas & robes • Hoodies

PLUS MORE GIFTS FOR LOVERS OF SELF-CARE, SOCIAL GOOD, AND THE EARTH Curbside, local delivery, and shipping available 1528 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz | 831.423.3927 | shopfybr.com

THANKFUL is our Holiday Season theme.

Show the spirit of giving with new holiday items featuring our Beer Advent Calendar, new merchandise, gifts for beer lovers, last minute beer packs, glassware, gift certificates and more.

Hours: 12-10PM • FREE Gift Wrap every Monday in December • HOST your Holiday Party at the brewery • BUY $100 Gift Card, get $20 Gift Card FREE

402 Ingalls Street, Suite 27 Santa Cruz, CA 95060 831.425.4900 scmbrew.com

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The home decorator in your life no doubt has a passion for having their abode in a constant state of staging—prepared to be photographed at any instant or go on the market at any time. The good news is that they can never have enough décor, but the bad news is that not everything will fit with their style. So go with universally appealing items, like an Oxygen Pillow that is personalized to promote better sleep through optimal body alignment, and will also look great when showing off their “where the magic happens” primary bedroom. Local handmade art is also a good bet, such as a suncatcher to accentuate the natural light streaming in through a likely south-facing window. Or go with a psychedelic-looking, locally made acrylic pour painting that is sure to catch the eye’s gaze—and hold it. AS

OXYGEN PILLOW SC41 Furniture

2701 41st Ave., Soquel 831-464-2228 sc41.com $150

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K AND H POURS ACRYLIC POUR PAINTING Art of Santa Cruz

1855 41st Ave., Suite J10 (Capitola Mall), Capitola 831-515-7390 regionalartisanassociation.com $25-$50

Rootstock Collective 861 41st Ave., Santa Cruz 386-956-5479 rootstockcollective.com $40-$60

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Happy Holidays from our family to yours

Holiday Specials!

1/2 off diamond stud earrings!

visit our second annual Christmas market open all month long !

PLUS specials on all necklaces, rings, bracelets and earrings!

open daily for lunch and dinner 528 SEABRIGHT AVE | 831.426.7248

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102 Walnut Ave. at Pacific, Downtown SC 831.458.9950 | stephansjewelry.com Open Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 11am - 5pm

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Buying jewelry for someone special in your life can be intimidating, not to mention expensive. What you need is jewelry options for a range of tastes and budgets, so any jewelry lover you buy for won’t have to force a smile.

Looking for something quirky for your crystal-clad jewelry lover? Check out the more affordable options at Leah’s Magical Pieces, handmade “goddess” jewelry that incorporates crystals and rocks. For the trendy, classic person in your life, head to Mountainside Jewelry in Felton for simple gold and silver chains, stylish chunky rings and slender bracelets. Finally, for that someone who you really want to impress, head to Variance for made-to-order jewelry with gemstones, creating jewelry that looks like it came from the Game of Thrones set—in the best way possible. It’s on the pricier side, but it will leave a lasting impression. AM

MADE-TO-ORDER JEWELRY Variance

1537 Pacific Ave., Suite 101, Santa Cruz 831-346-6758 varianceobjects.com $100 and up

GOLD AND SILVER JEWELRY Mountainside Jewelry 6235 Highway 9, Felton mountainsidemade.com $30 and up

FUNKY JEWELRY Leah’s Magical Pieces 805 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 831-334-9713 leahsmagicalpieces.com $20 and up

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stockwellcellars.com | 831.818.9075

10am-8pm every day Delivery available every day from 11am -7pm REC/MED with valid ID Club phone 831-704-7151 CURBSTONEEXCHANGE.ORG #C10-0000289-LIC Check out our huge selection on weedmaps

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When gifting a musician, hitting the right note is always the goal—and a challenge. Luckily, most musicians are so obsessed that you don’t need to overthink it; anything that puts them in the groove and keeps them there is sure to be a hit. A vintage guitar strap with bright colors will help your favorite musician comfortably shoulder the load and look the part, as well as invoke an iconic 1960s vibe. Or get them a gift certificate from Santa Cruz Rehearsal Studios to either jam alone or with others into some big amps—and make a lot of noise, way more than at home.

Or go with a mic stand drink holder that can hold bottles, cans and cups of, well, something liquid and possibly psychoactive. AS

VINTAGE JACQUARD GUITAR STRAP The Guitar Shop

926 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz 831-454-8692 guitarshopsantacruz.com $30

SANTA CRUZ REHEARSAL STUDIOS GIFT CERTIFICATE

Santa Cruz Rehearsal Studios 118 Coral St., Santa Cruz 831-425-7277 santacruzrehearsalstudios.com $25 and up

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7960 Soquel Dr., Suite J, Aptos 831-724-4798 $18

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Shop Local This Holiday Season!

Voted #1 Toy Store in Santa Cruz

We moved to Aptos!

19B 19B Rancho Rancho Del Del Mar Mar Aptos Aptos || (next (next to to Safeway Safeway off off State State Park Park Dr.) Dr.)

(831) 316-7261 • Open 7 Days

Cabrillo Chorus & Ensemble Monterey Chamber Orchestra Present 12th Annual

Messiah Sing-Along

Tuesday, December 14, 2021 • 7:00 pm

Every day, Jacob’s Heart relies on donors and volunteers to help us deliver hope and joy to children with cancer. This holiday season, support kids like Gloria and give to Jacob’s Heart. Together, we can be a light for those facing dark times.

Give Today

www.jacobsheart.org

Gala reception to follow

Peace United Church of Christ 900 High Street • Santa Cruz

Tickets: $30 General • $28 Student • $27 Senior or online: feastofchristmas.com

Cheryl Anderson

Director of Choral Activities, Cabrillo College

Bring your Handel’s Messiah scores! ( limited quantity available to borrow )

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Between all the books, articles, podcasts—and most of all, the unsolicited advice from well-intentioned friends and family—new parents are inundated with a barrage of information the moment after the announcement is made. Whether a new parent or parent-to-be asks for it or not, advice will come from every direction. The truth is, it’s hard to mess up. Like the Beatles say, “All you need is love.” However, in addition to love, some things will make life as a new parent a bit easier.

The Tikiri Bahbah the Lamb mobile may offer some extra comfort to a little one who just wants out of their crib. Anyone who’s a parent knows there can never be enough bibs or bags. The best feature of the Wavy Gravy tote is that it’s reversible. Another apple juice mishap? Just flip the bag inside out. It’s always good to make your baby aware of their surroundings early on, and nothing says “Santa Cruz'' like the Santa Cruz Skateboards logo plastered all over the place. The skate company’s onesie allows easy access for diaper changes, too! AJ

TIKIRI BAHBAH THE LAMB MOBILE WITH FABRIC HEARTS

SANTA CRUZ SKATEBOARDS CLASSIC DOT ONESIE

808 41st Ave., Santa Cruz 831-600-8587 minimintstudio.com $22.99

7568 Soquel Dr., Aptos 831-684-0178 oihome.com $24.95

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WAVY GRAVY REVERSIBLE TOTE BAG Aunt Bucky

248 19th Ave., Santa Cruz 408-386-8294 auntbucky.com $40

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Now that marijuana is legal locally, a whole new world has expanded; there’s a lot more to pot than just getting someone a Scooby-Doo bong or a Baby Yoda pipe.

Tokers these days ingest their ganja in all sorts of wacky ways. I don’t even know what “dabbing” is, but I know that everyone is doing it. So, keep that in mind when you’re shopping for your favorite stoner pal! Lots of peeps like edibles but don’t have any recipes—or recipes that taste good—which is why the Marijuana Cooking Book could be a winner. If you want to get a tad more creative, you can grab a pack of Cann Social Tonics; just the thought of drinking weed is mindblowing, and apparently, it’s quite an uplifting high. If your loved one is old-school and still smokes their pot Cheech and Chong style, grab a Santa Cruz Shredder. It turns a fluffy gram of bud into a fine mound of powder, ideal for primo joints. And seeds. Seeds! AC

MARIJUANA COOKING BOOK: GOOD MEDICINE MADE EASY’

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3617 Portola Dr., Suite A, Santa Cruz 831-477-9420 iriemotivations.com $14.95

EQUILIBRIUM CANNABIS SEEDS

Irie Motivations Smoke Shop

SANTA CRUZ SHREDDER

Pipeline Smoke & Gifts

3 Bros Santa Cruz

1100 Fair Ave., Unit B, Santa Cruz 831-345-0281 3brossantacruz.com $22.49 (4 pack)

Santa Cruz Naturals 9077 Soquel Dr, Aptos 831-688-7266 santacruzcannabis.com $45

18 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 831-425-7473 downtownsantacruz.com/go/ pipeline-smoke-and-gifts $25-$85

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SOIF: (831) 423-2020 or SOIFWINE.COM LA POSTA: (831) 457-2782 or LAPOSTARESTAURANT.COM

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Handcrafted Sparkling Wines in the Heart of Santa Cruz At Equinox, we strive to make high quality méthode champenoise wines from locally sourced grapes, and provide a welcoming and memorable tasting experience for our guests.

Open for Tasting & Curbside Pickup Thursday-Monday 334-C Ingalls Street • Santa Cruz • equinoxwine.com • 831-471-8608

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Since this is Santa Cruz, you probably know someone who claims surfing keeps them sane. Or makes them crazy. Either way, best to just go with it. Encourage the stoke with goodies from a local surf shop. In addition to some world-class waves, we also have standout local brands. Rainbow Fin Co. has been making fins in Santa Cruz since 1968. They have styles to fit everything from classic noseriders to high-performance shortboards. Between sessions, a fleecelined Santa Cruz Dot windbreaker from Pearson Arrow keeps the cold out and the chill in. Ventana Surfboards and Supplies makes a “Save a Surf” toolbox made from excess wood from Santa Cruz Guitar Company, for the surfer who has absolutely everything. The kit comes with wax, a comb and scraper, fin keys, a leash cord, an upcycled guitar pick and a ring that doubles as a bottle opener. EM

FINS!

Rainbow Fin Co. rainbowfins.com 831-728-2998 $25-$130

SANTA CRUZ DOT WINDBREAKER Pearson Arrow

2324 Mission St., Santa Cruz 831-423-8286 arrowsurfshop.com

VENTANA “SAVE A SURF” TOOLBOX Midtown Surf Shop

1126 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz 831-915-4326 ventanasurfboards.com/products/ ventana-save-a-surf-wax-box $56

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SALE DEC 1 - DEC 31

New & Used Books trust us, people still read!

Fun Gifts for your hard-to-impress friend

Ornaments for your pet to knock off the tree

Spex 124 Church St. 831.454.9999 Please call to schedule an appointment

Holiday Cards to spread good cheer at the end of a tough year

Gift Cards for everyone you forgot about 881 41st Avenue Santa Cruz, CA 95062

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William Shatner, aka Captain James T. Kirk, eloquently expressed adoration for technology: “Matches, to light a fire, are really high-tech,” he said. While matches may never become antiquated technology, there are some fantastic gifts out there for techies of all kinds. The Yeti Studio All-In-One Professional Recording System— featuring the world’s most popular USB mic, custom recording software and advanced studio vocal effects— may be the kickstarter your friend needs to finally launch that podcast on the history of Santa Cruz buskers.

Meanwhile, for vintage techies, Pong, Centipede and Space Invaders—all in stock at Level Up Video Games—may be the only games needed to go with an Atari 2600 console—at least for a few months. For tiny techies, meet Toniebox, “an audio system designed for little listeners.” The quirky-looking cube is especially great for bedtime stories. Simply place a “Tonies audio character” on the Toniebox, and it starts. Press the character’s ears to change the volume and tap the sides to change tracks. The wonderfully unique device is unlike anything your kid has seen. Best of all, it’s screen-free! AJ

BLUE MICROPHONES YETI STUDIO ALL-IN-ONE PROFESSIONAL RECORDING SYSTEM Santa Cruz Tech Exchange 1715 Mission St., Santa Cruz 831- 600-8915 santacruztechexchange.com $149

ATARI 2600 SYSTEM (4 SWITCH)

Level Up Video Ga 113 Locust St., Santa Cruz 831-295-6329 levelupvideogames.com $49.95

TONIEBOX STARTER SET

Childish Santa Cruz 1127 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz 831-454-8208 childishsantacruz.com $124

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Single Vineyard, distinctive varietal wines sourced from the Central Coast

SER WINERY TASTING ROOM Open: Thursday & Friday 3-7, Saturday 1-7 & Sunday 1-6

Gift Cards and Gift Wrap available

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Full disclosure: I am not vegan, and I don’t think I will ever wake up and decide to move to an entirely plant-based diet. However, that doesn’t mean I stay away from vegan food—sometimes, I’ve even attempted to cook vegan meals … with not much success. Though I know in my heart I’d never be able to adapt to a strictly vegan lifestyle, I’ve always been curious about what causes some folks to make that transition and never look back. One Reddit thread cites one convert’s reason: “I saw a farmer taking away a calf from her mother right after birth. It broke my heart.” Whatever the reason, it’s a personal life choice, and I respect that. Here’s some assistance for non-vegans shopping for vegan friends and family. Aside from the name of the book, the best thing about Veganomicon: It’s the only vegan cookbook you’ll ever need. Anyone who can cook vegan well knows the importance of having good herbs and spices on hand; a $50 gift card to Wild Roots should keep you stocked up for a long time. Like the rest of us, vegans just don’t feel like cooking sometimes. Luckily, there are spots like Café Gratitude with delicious plant-based menus. AJ

‘VEGANOMICON (10TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION): THE ULTIMATE VEGAN COOKBOOK’ BY ISA CHANDRA MOSKOWITZ AND TERRY HOPE ROMERO Bookshop Santa Cruz 1520 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 831-423-0900 bookshopsantacruz.com $35

GIFT CARD FOR HERBS AND SPICES Wild Roots Market 6240 Highway 9, Felton 831-335-7322 wildrootsmarket.com $50

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est. 2010 open 7 days a week 7941 Soquel Dr., Aptos 831.662.2811

grass fed without antibiotics or hormones

burgerlovesbeer.com

open 7 days a week 1520 Mission St., Santa Cruz 831.425 .5300

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When it came to getting through the last year and a half of disasters, wine certainly didn’t hurt. But now, as we see a light at the end of the pandemic tunnel, and we got through the summer without a replay of the CZU fire, it’s time to celebrate.

Equinox’s sparkling wines are a great way to toast, and with a way-better New Year’s Eve than we had in 2020 on the horizon, the timing is perfect. Meanwhile, winemaker Ryan Beauregard created his Lost Weekend Old Vine Field Blend to celebrate survival—including the survival of the very vines this wine was made from, which were almost lost to the fire last year. The Slow Coast Wine Bar, which Beauregard reopened this year after its original grand opening was cut short in March of 2020, is a great place to celebrate this tribute to endurance. Speaking of endurance, Ryan’s brother Andrew sells his own West Cliff Wines exclusively at the family’s market, Shopper’s Corner, which has endured in Santa Cruz for more than 80 years. Here’s to perseverance, and this area’s exquisite terroir. SP

2016 MONTEREY RESERVE CUVÉE

Equinox Sparkling Wine 334 Ingalls St., Santa Cruz 831-471-8608 equinoxwine.com $55

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LOST WEEKEND OLD WEST CLIFF VINE FIELD BLEND WINES Shopper’s Corner 2020 Slow Coast Wine Bar 450 Highway 1, Davenport 831-425-7777 beauregardvineyards.com $25

622 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz 831-423-1696 shopperscorner.com Prices Vary

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BEACH MARKET

Located on the Beach on the beach at the Santa Cruz Harbor

The Beach Market is a wonderful place to be for the holidays! Stop in for a delicious wood-fired pizza, sandwich or salad and enjoy the view from our scenic dock. Our market shop has a unique selection of fine gifts, including home decor, bath and body products, jewelry, toys, beach supplies and Crow’s Nest apparel.

Located in the Santa Cruz Harbor next door to the Crow’s Nest. 831-476-4561

Purchase a Gift Card at the Beach Market counter or online at crowsnest-santacruz.com (please allow up to 2 weeks for shipping).

All gift cards purchased are valid at both the Beach Market and Crow’s Nest restaurant.

RAMEN KAITO RAMEN, SUSHI & MORE

Open for Lunch and Dinner Tues - Sat 11-8, Sun 11-7 Closed Mon Food Court in Capitola Mall (831) 464-2586 • smilekaito.com Large Selection of Japanese Sweets and Drinks

SUSHI MARKET SPROUTS

300 7th Ave., at Twin Lakes Beach, Santa Cruz | 831.465.1177 12-6pm Tues-Sat Closed Sun-Mon

Thank You for Your Support This Year!

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When our writing crew divides up these categories every year, I always pick this one because I’m thankful that Santa Cruz still cares enough about record stores to have two great ones within a couple of blocks of each other. If you’re not in one of them flipping through the great new and used vinyl regularly, how are you even calling yourself a music fanatic right now?

Do you even lift 180 grams, bro? You certainly wouldn’t have seen the 1986 pressing of Telephone Free Landslide Victory, the first album from legendary Santa Cruz band Camper Van Beethoven that’s hanging amid the collectible vinyl at Streetlight right now. This is literally a one-of-a-kind gift opportunity, in that you have to get over there and grab it before anyone else does—and then immediately give it to me. I usually nerd out about Metavinyl’s turntable components in this space, but now they have a really cute shirt with a cat on it, so I think you should get that for someone—again, me. Lastly, I love that this scene continues to support its underground hardcore scene, and Scowl is one of its most recent breakouts. Their debut album, How Flowers Grow, just hit the streets, including a limited-edition (of 400) orange LP. Buy a copy for me today! SP

1986 PRESSING OF ‘TELEPHONE FREE LANDSLIDE VICTORY’ BY CAMPER VAN BEETHOVEN TO GIVE TO STEVE Streetlight Records 939 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 831-421-9200 streetlightrecords.com $29.99

METAVINYL CAT SHIRT THAT WOULD PROBABLY LOOK GREAT ON STEVE Metavinyl

320 Cedar St., Santa Cruz 831-466-9027 metavinyl.com $20

LIMITED-EDITION ORANGE LP OF SCOWL’S NEW ‘HOW FLOWERS GROW’ ALBUM THAT WOULD TOTALLY CHECK THAT ‘STEVE’ BOX ON YOUR SHOPPING LIST flatspotrecords.com $11

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Island Kitchen & Groggery

Buy A $50 Gift Card And Get An Additional $10 Gift Card For Yourself!

OPEN FOR BREAKFAST, LUNCH & EVENTS 1210 Mt. Hermon Rd. Scotts Valley, CA 95066 831.335.1210 • heavenlyroadsidecafe.com

Best New Restaurant in

Santa Cruz County

Gift Cards Available Online!

Monday - Thursday 11 - 8, Friday - Sunday 11-9 | Happy Hour Weekdays 3-6 (831) 466-9766 | 49A Municipal Wharf | MakaiSantaCruz.com 2021 | GOODTIMES.SC | SANTA CRUZ GIFT GIUDE

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Yoga has become an essential part of many people’s lives, especially during the pandemic. I have learned that keeping my body moving and mind at peace through this tumultuous era of history is vital to my well-being. Whether someone is new to yoga or a longtime enthusiast, there are plenty of gifts that can be used for practice at home or in a studio. Check out The Bubble Lounge Boutique in Aptos, where you can find quality-made yoga equipment, including the Kulae tpECO mat, which is made with materials to keep germs and bacteria from penetrating its surface. For basic yoga apparel, stop by the Santa Cruz branch of lululemon, which offers a legging for everyday use. Or gift someone a yoga class at a local studio, such as Watsonville Yoga, Dance & Healing Arts, the only bilingual yoga studio in the region. Breathe, relax—everything is going to be okay. JM

KULAE TPECO YOGA MAT

Bubble Lounge Boutique 30 Rancho del Mar, Aptos 831-708-4100 bubbleloungesc.com $58

GIRLFRIEND COLLECTIVE HIGHRISE LEGGINGS

YOGA CLASSES FOR ALL

Watsonville Yoga Dance & Healing Arts 734 East Lake Ave. #16, Watsonville 831-713-9843 watsonville.yoga $17/class (packages available)

Berdels

1233 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 831-421-1962 berdels.com $58

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Happy Holidays from

Freedom Meat Lockers Prepare for your holiday feast by visiting Freedom Meat Lockers!

Prime RIb Roast

Smoked Turkey

Place Your Holiday Order Now! Prime Rib Roast • Cut, tied & seasoned available at no charge

Turkeys

Ham

• Smoked • Brined • Wine n’ Spice • Fresh

• Boneless • Sliced Tied • Honey Glaze

Call to Order: ( 831 ) 724-4355 Open Tues - Sat 9 - 6 PM • Closed Sun & Mon 160 HI GRADE LANE • FREEDOM

Awarded Best Ham in the United States!

www.freedommeatlockers.com

Established in 1970 by the current owners Howard & Debbie Walker Feel Whole — from Skin to Soul Experience true care so you can be your best self.

Discover Dewy Organics Sustainably sourced plant based essentials like this Gentle Regenerating Reishi & Rose Gel Cleanser. Made for all skin types with papaya enzymes, reishi mushroom, rose hydrosol, and aloe vera.

Feel Whole – From Skin to Soul A NEW lifestyle wellness shop Downtown Santa Cruz for Everyone.

Dedicated to treasured self-care, earthy goods, intentional living and high vibrations for your EXPERIENCE TRUE CARE SO YOU CAN BEcare.

YOUR home based wellness and sustainable

BEST SELF

Our products aren’t just good for you, they’re also kind to the planet.

Gift Cards available www.yosowellness.com 831.600.8053

A lifestyle wellness shop in Downtown Santa Cruz dedicated to treasured self-care, beauty, earthy

Get Guided Care.

We’ll help you find just the right service goods, to fit your needs. intentional Facials, Massage, Acupuncture, Lashes + more.

Yoso Wellness Spa 740 Front St. Suite 110 Santa Cruz, Ca 95060

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Yoso the Annex 109 Cooper St. Santa Cruz, Ca 95060

home-based wellness and sustainable care.

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Gift Cards Available | yosowellness.com | 831.600.8053

Yoso the Annex | 109 Cooper St., Santa Cruz | Yoso Wellness Spa | 740 Front St. Suite, 110 Santa Cruz

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Calendar 11/26-27 AND 12/5, 12, 17-23 SANTA CRUZ HOLIDAY LIGHTS TRAIN

Forget Casey Jones, Santa Claus is driving this train! After a day of shopping—or not—ride through Santa Cruz on the classic locomotive decked out in so many lights it may be visible from outer space. Each car is uniquely themed; hot cider will be on hand to keep your vocal cords warm for Christmas caroling during the journey. New this year: First-class private coach cars can be reserved for groups up to 50. Limited availability, so book well in advance.

5 and 6:30pm. Roaring Camp Railroads, 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton. 335-4484. roaringcamp.com. $35/$30 children.

11/26 – 1/22/22 SANTA CRUZ BEACH BOARDWALK: WINTER WONDERLAND

In addition to all the usual fun, including rides, games, arcades, mini-golf and delicious snacks of every variety, things at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk get even better during the holidays.

The most popular dude in the world, Santa, will be around for photos, and an enormous, threestory Christmas tree will be fully decorated, lighting up the night!

Noon-5pm (check website for times and days; 5-7pm holiday movies at Neptune’s Stage). Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 400 Beach St., Santa Cruz. 423-5590. beachboardwalk.com. Visit website for package prices.

11/28

ROCK OF AGES CHANUKAH CELEBRATION The Temple Beth El Rock Shabbat Band will provide a soundtrack with every Chanukah classic, including “I Have a Little Dreidel” and “I Am a Latke,” as kids of all ages will partake in the lighting of what might be the largest menorah in town. Stick around for crafts and a special—and secret—surprise at the end.

3:30pm. Temple Beth El Jewish Community Center, 3055 Porter Gulch Road, Aptos. 479-3444. tbeaptos.org. Free.

11/28

SANTA CRUZ CHANUKAH TRAIN Make sure you arrive early; the menorah will be lit 15 minutes before the train departs. Kosher refreshments will be provided throughout the ride.

Play dreidel and enjoy Chanukah stories as the train travels through the streets of Santa Cruz.

5:15 and 6:45pm. Roaring Camp Railroads, 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton. 335-4484. roaringcamp.com. $35/$30 children.

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Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

Winter Events NOVEMBER 27 - 28 | HOLIDAY SALE Storewide sale featuring local artists, authors and unique gifts.

Big Basin Redwood Forest Book Signing, Sat 11-1

DECEMBER 3 | FREE DAY Free admission all day!

DECEMBER 11 | OPEN HOUSE

Enjoy free nature crafts and make your own gifts. Free admission.

SANTACRUZMUSEUM.ORG 1305 EAST CLIFF DRIVE

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Santa Cruz Naturopathic Medical Center EMPOWERING PATIENTS TO ACHIEVE OPTIMAL HEALTH FOR 17 YEARS

Dr. Tonya Fleck

Dr. Wendy Green

Dr. Shonna Calica

• Bio-Identical Hormones • Thyroid Disease • Adrenal Health • Cardiovascular Health • Testosterone Replacement • Anxiety and Depression • Preventative Holistic Medicine • Functional Medicine • Pediatrics

‫! ׏׎׏‬ƏȵǣɎȒǼƏ ɮƺً !ƏȵǣɎȒǼƏً ! ‫׎׏׎דח‬ ‫׎חגא ِגדז ِ׏בז‬ ɯɯɯِƺɎǝȒɀɀƏȇɎƏƬȸɖɿِƬȒȅ ȵƺȇ ƺɮƺȸɵ ƳƏɵ ‫ה ٮ ׏׏‬ nȒƬƏǼ ƳƺǼǣɮƺȸɵ ۭ ȵǣƬǸ ɖȵ ƏɮƏǣǼƏƫǼƺ

736 Chestnut St., Santa Cruz | 831-477-1377 | scnmc.com Photos by Hannah Eugster

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HOLIDAY LIGHTS Embark on a half-mile wonderland drivethrough packed with holiday eye candy in all directions. Reindeer, snowmen and the big, white-bearded man himself will all be in attendance. Don’t miss out on many magical moments, including lighted tunnels. And, you never have to leave the warmth of your car.

However, you may want to snag some holiday treats after the ride.

5:30pm, 6:30pm and 7:30pm, Thursday-Sunday.

Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, 2601 E. Lake Ave, Watsonville. 724-5671. fairgrounds-foundation.org. $20-40.

12/3-4

HERITAGE HOLIDAY CRAFT & GIFT FAIR With a trio of large buildings filled with homemade crafts, rare antiques and vintage bric-a-brac, if you can’t find a gift for everyone on your list, you may have had too much eggnog!

Food vendors will be serving up mouthwatering goodness, and this year, for the first time, the 44th annual holiday fair is teaming up with the Holiday Lights for a special walk-thru edition (attendees will receive a re-entry handstamp).

12/4

WINTER ART MARKET 2021 Looking for a one-of-a-kind local gift for that special someone? The 15-plus open artist studios will be selling jewelry, prints, clothing, paintings, sculptures and much more. Also, don’t miss Radius Gallery’s Small Works show.

After shopping, unwind with something tasty from the food truck and enjoy the live music.

10am-5pm. Tannery Arts Center, 1010 River St., Santa Cruz. tanneryartscenter.org. Free.

Noon-9pm. Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds (the Harvest, Crosetti and Fine Art buildings), 2601 E. Lake Ave, Watsonville. 724-5671. fairgroundsfoundation.org. $6; free for children 6 and under.

12/4

LIGHTED BOAT PARADE The longtime Santa Cruz tradition continues. Let your mind glide along with these creatively lit vessels as they sail gracefully through the water.

5:30-7:30pm. Santa Cruz Harbor, 135 5th Ave., Santa Cruz. 475-6161. santacruzharbor.org. Free.

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Find the Perfect Gift

Moss Landing Wildlife & Wetland Adventure

for you or someone special.

Come in and explore our new

GIFT AND GARDEN DEPARTMENT

at the Santa Cruz Location of

Join us for a 90 minute cruise on the Elkhorn Slough. You will delight in viewing Southern Sea Otters, Harbor seals and other marine mammals as well as hundreds of bird species that inhabit the Slough. Our Naturalist on board facilitates a viewing experience jam packed with wildlife. We operate year-round and gift certificates, which make great presents, are available on our web site.

Fully Electric Boat!

Full Service Natural Market The Gift & Garden Department is at our Santa Cruz Location

SANTA CRUZ

1266 Soquel Avenue • 831-423-8632

www.staffoflifemarket.com

Purchase Gift Certificates Online!

MORE INFO & BOOK ONLINE: MontereyBayEcoTours.com | 831.200.3454

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ART CUS spas • massage • bodycare

Welcome to Sawasdee

By the Sea or By the Mountains, We Have Two Locations to Serve You

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Private Spas & Saunas overlooking a Japanese Garden

417 Cedar Street • 831-458-WELL

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VOTED BEST BREAKFAST IN SANTA CRUZ! A Santa Cruz Tradition for Breakfast and Lunch Since 1993

831-457-2804

Located in the heart of Downtown Santa Cruz at

106 Walnut Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

Check out our menu at www.walnutavenuecafe.com

Best Thai

Restaurant

Delivery through DoorDash

Sawasdee by the Sea 101 Main St, Santa Cruz | 831.466.9009 Sun-Thurs 11a-9:30p | Fri-Sat 11a-10p Sawasdee Soquel 5050 Soquel Dr, Soquel | 831.462.5051 Sun-Thurs 11a-9:30p | Fri-Sat 11a-10p Order online at sawasdeebythesea.com or sawasdeesoquel.com

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ART SUPPLIES & CUSTOM FRAMING

Painting Drawing Sculpting Crafting Printmaking Readymade Frames Journaling Bookbinding Kids supplies and more.

Art Materials 423-1935 Picture Framing 425-7111

FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED ESTABLISHED IN 1968

142 River Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Curbside Service is available check website for more information. lenzarts.com

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TOMÁSEEN FOLEY’S ‘A CELTIC CHRISTMAS’ Irish storyteller Tomáseen Foley’s two Celtic shows bring the arts and culture of Ireland to every corner of the globe. In its 26th season, A Celtic Christmas recreates a night before Christmas in a farmhouse in Foley’s native west Ireland during the 1950s. Through traditional dance, song and a lot of belly laugh-inducing stories, it’s an occasion that’s both triumphant and meaningful.

7:30pm. Rio Theatre, 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz. 423-8209. riotheatre.com. $30-45.

12/18-19

‘THE NUTCRACKER’ BALLET WITH LIVE ORCHESTRA Every child can’t help but be touched by the timeless ballet set on Christmas Eve. And little girls have loved Clara for well over a century.

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s renowned score that accompanies the timeless story will be masterfully delivered by the Santa Cruz Ballet’s full orchestra.

1pm and 5pm both days. Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium, 307 Church St, Santa Cruz. 477-1606. scbt.org. $20.50-71.50.

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Visit kindpeoples.com/deals to get all the details.

3600 Soquel Ave. 8am – 10pm Daily

Voted best dispensary in Santa Cruz

Licenses: C10-0000172-LIC • C10-0000234-LIC

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AMAZING SELECTION OF PLANTS AND GIFTS AT TWO LOCATIONS Santa Cruz - 420 Water St. - 831.466.3444 • Aptos - 7765 Soquel Dr. - 831.688.7011 diggardens.com

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