University of California, Santa Cruz

Set in a failing movie theater in central Massachusetts, three employees sweep up spilled popcorn and tend to the last remaining 35-mm film projector in the state. Their daily struggles and quiet heartbreaks in the search for connection remind audiences to hold on to authenticity in hard times in The Flick, written by playwright Annie Baker and directed by UC Santa Cruz students Lina Valderrama and Felix Rae Whitehouse.
ABOUT BARNSTORM 
UC Santa Cruz students experiment with and create their own innovative theater and gain a sense of operating and creating art in the Barnstorm Theater Company, a student-run theater arts production company established in 2004.
ADMISSION 
$0-$20 - Pay what you like ticket pricing 
Tickets available on Eventbrite.com 
 
Performances at Theater Arts B100 Studio Theater on campus at UC Santa Cruz. 
 
FULL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: 
Thu., Oct. 29, 2026, 7:30 p.m. 
Fri., Oct. 30, 2026, 7:30 p.m. 
Sat., Oct. 31, 2026, 2:00 p.m. matinee 
Sun., Nov. 1, 2026, 7:30 p.m.

Local Event: Barnstorm Presents: The Flick, by playwright Annie Baker

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Barnstorm Presents: The Flick, by playwright...

Set in a failing movie theater in central Massachusetts, three employees sweep up spilled popcorn and tend to the last...

Barnstorm Presents: The Flick, by playwright Annie Baker

Are you holding onto boxes of sensitive documents? Not sure what to do with the shredded paper you've accumulated? (Shredded paper is not accepted in the curbside recycling bin.)&nbsp;Dispose of your confidential documents at our free Paper Shred Event on Saturday, November 7th from 9 am - 1 pm, at the City Hall Parking Lot (corner of Chestnut and Church St).&nbsp;
A maximum of 3 standard-size banker boxes (10″x 12″x 15″) per household for City of Santa Cruz residents only. Paper will be shredded in front of you and then responsibly recycled at a Steri-Cycle facility.
The event lasts until 1 p.m. or until the truck is full, whichever comes first. We hope to see you there!&nbsp;

Local Event: Fall Paper Shred Event

Fall Paper Shred Event

Are you holding onto boxes of sensitive documents? Not sure what to do with the shredded paper you've accumulated? (Shredded...

The Grove: Santa Cruz Event Center

Santa Cruz Sea Glass &amp; Ocean Art Festival Saturday November 7th 10am-5pm Sunday November 8th 10am-5pm
60 Authentic Sea Glass and Ocean Artists plus ceramics, fabric art, mosaics, resin art and so much more.
Located at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk inside at the historic Grove Sun &amp; Bay View rooms overlooking the beach.
$5 admission supports ocean conservation through the Monterey Bay Sanctuary. Admission includes a chance to win a spectacular gift-basket. Four drawings per day.
Full bar, Food, Kids get in Free!

Local Event: Santa Cruz Sea Glass & Ocean Art Festival

Santa Cruz Sea Glass & Ocean Art Festival

Santa Cruz Sea Glass & Ocean Art Festival Saturday November 7th 10am-5pm Sunday    November 8th 10am-5pm
60 Authentic Sea Glass...

Rio Theatre

<h2>Sustaining Partner Seacrest Fund/Peter &amp;&nbsp;Maura&nbsp;</h2>
<h2>Supporting Second Harvest Food Bank</h2>
Mountainfilm on Tour brings a selection of culturally rich, adventure-packed and inspiring documentary films curated from the Mountainfilm festival in Telluride, Colorado. The tour will visit the Rio Theatre on November 14th with films that explore themes connected to Mountainfilm’s mission of using film, art and ideas to inspire audiences to create a better world. This year's screening will present the Adventure playlist.Mountainfilm on Tour in Santa Cruz has been hosted at the Rio Theatre since 2016. &nbsp;While presenting an inspiring film collection, the show is also an opportunity to support Second Harvest Food Bank as they kick off their Holiday Food Drive. Every ticket purchased, along with beer sales (provided by Sante Adairius Midtown Portal) will share a portion of revenue with this organization.

Local Event: Mountainfilm on Tour Santa Cruz

Mountainfilm on Tour Santa Cruz

Sustaining Partner Seacrest Fund/Peter & Maura 
Supporting Second Harvest Food Bank
Mountainfilm on Tour brings a selection of...

Portuguese Hall of Santa Cruz

Tickets are now on sale for the Santa Cruz Portuguese Hall "Famous" Crab and Shrimp Feed on Saturday, November 14 at 216 Evergreen Street. Doors open at 4 pm and dinner begins at 6 pm. Admission is $90 per adult and $50 for children 12 and under. The price includes crab, shrimp, garlic bread, green salad, and wine. Guests will also enjoy live dance music by the Digbeats. Seating is limited, and tickets will not be available at the door, so be sure to reserve your spot early by calling <a href="tel:(831)%20419-5377" target="_blank">831-419-5377</a>.

Local Event: Santa Cruz Portuguese Hall "Famous" Crab and Shrimp Feed, Nov 14th

Santa Cruz Portuguese Hall "Famous" Crab and...

Tickets are now on sale for the Santa Cruz Portuguese Hall "Famous" Crab and Shrimp Feed on Saturday, November 14 at 216...

Santa Cruz Portuguese Hall "Famous" Crab and Shrimp Feed, Nov 14th

Taste great wines from the Santa Cruz Mountains during the Downtown Santa Cruz Fall Wine Walk 2026!
The Downtown Santa Cruz Wine Walk is the ultimate sip and shop experience. Fabulous local wineries set up in boutique shops in Downtown Santa Cruz. What more could you want?
Must be 21 or older!
At Check-in, receive your glass, and a map of the pouring locations, and enjoy an afternoon of tasting and discovering. This walking event will be held on&nbsp;Sunday, November 15, 2026&nbsp;from&nbsp;2-5pm. Plan ahead for a dinner or movie to follow!
Registration check-in is at Oswald Restaurant, 121 Soquel Avenue and will open at 1:30pm on the day of the event and closes at 3:30pm.
Ticket holders and buyers MUST arrive at registration before 3:30pm in order to participate!
Tickets are limited
Thirsty Bird: $30 (July 22 - August 10) Early Bird: $35 (August 11 - September 4) General tickets: $40 (September 5 - November 14) Day-of: $45 (November 15)
E ach ticket holder will enjoy a fun tour of Downtown Santa Cruz's finest retail shops and get to sample 1-2 wines from all 12 wineries that are showcased during this event.
Online sales end on November 15 at 12pm.&nbsp;Please come in person for tickets between 1:30-3:30pm! Day-of ticket sales end at 3:30pm.
Participating Wineries:
Mia Bea Wines
Lago Lomita Vineyards
David Bruce Winery
Inversion Wines
Random Ridge
Absolution Cellars
Roudon-Smith Winery
Kissed By An Angel Wines
Bargetto Winery
Kings Mountain Vineyard
Hallcrest Vineyards
Wines of Santa Cruz Mountains
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This is a rain or shine event!
Please drink responsibly. Don't Drink and Drive!
ABC regulations prohibit walking between tasting locations with any wine in your glass. Thank you for either pouring out or consuming wine at each tasting location before walking to the next!
Wine Walk is sponsored by<a href="https://www.dellwilliams.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">&nbsp;Dell Williams Jewelers</a>.

Local Event: Wine Walk

Wine Walk

Taste great wines from the Santa Cruz Mountains during the Downtown Santa Cruz Fall Wine Walk 2026!
The Downtown Santa Cruz...

Join me for a free 60 minute workshop online about how clearing clutter heals and how to break free from the burden of clutter. You’ll walk away with clarity and motivation and an approach that will help you break through the stagnation, and begin getting things done.
Follow the link to learn more and register: <a href="https://www.simplifytothrive.com/clutterclearingheals" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">simplifytothrive.com/clutterclearingheals</a>

Local Event: How Clutter Clearing Heals-Online Workshop

How Clutter Clearing Heals-Online Workshop

Join me for a free 60 minute workshop online about how clearing clutter heals and how to break free from the burden of clutter....

Watsonville Women's Club

FREE to the public at the Watsonville Woman's Club at 12 Brennon Street, CA 95076.&nbsp;&nbsp;2nd Annual Holiday Native Arts Market November 21, 2026 11am-6pm.&nbsp;


Come shop and buy made in the USA from a variety of indigenous artisans. There will be drums, flutes, rattles, gourd art, wood carvings, abalone jewelry, ribbon clothing, handcrafted body and hair products, beadwork, indigenous berry jams, contemporary art, paintings, clay and gourd masks, rawhide shields, dolls, canvas prints, art cards, illustrated books, glass art, vintage native items and much more.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/NativeArtsMarketCA/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">facebook.com/NativeArtsMarketCA/</a>

Local Event: 2nd Annual Holiday Native Arts Market

2nd Annual Holiday Native Arts Market

FREE to the public at the Watsonville Woman's Club at 12 Brennon Street, CA 95076.  2nd Annual Holiday Native Arts Market...

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Boardwalk Winter Wonderland&nbsp;November 26, 2026 – January 3, 2027Get in the holiday spirit – Celebrate the season at the beach!&nbsp;Stroll through a dazzling tunnel of lights and into the winter wonderland of your dreams. Beyond the glow, discover your favorite rides, fun games and arcades, festive holiday décor, free nightly light shows, photos with Santa in a coaster cart, seasonal treats, cozy fire pits, and magical moments around every corner. Winter Wonderland is&nbsp;Admission Free!

Local Event: Boardwalk Winter Wonderland

Boardwalk Winter Wonderland

Boardwalk Winter Wonderland November 26, 2026 – January 3, 2027Get in the holiday spirit – Celebrate the season at the...

Downtown Santa Cruz

The traditional holiday parade is the official kickoff for the winter holidays celebration and the annual tradition of highlighting Santa Cruz County schools, youth based organizations and local nonprofits. &nbsp;The Downtown Santa Cruz Holiday Parade draws 1,200 participants and over 3,000 spectators. Rain or Shine!
The parade route starts at the intersection of Laurel Street and Pacific Avenue and ends at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Water Street.&nbsp;
You can listen to the parade on santacruzvoice.com and you you can watch it on Facebook Live.&nbsp;
Registration is now open. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/downtown-santa-cruz-holiday-parade-registration-2026-tickets-1997152126773?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Click here</a> to register your group.
<a href="https://downtownsantacruz.com/work/volunteer-for-downtown-santa-cruz-events" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sign up to volunteer</a> to support the parade.&nbsp;

Local Event: Santa Cruz Downtown Holiday Parade

Santa Cruz Downtown Holiday Parade

The traditional holiday parade is the official kickoff for the winter holidays celebration and the annual tradition of...

Who's ready to get their holiday craft on?
On Sunday, December 6, from 1-4pm, head to Abbott Square Market for a fun and FREE holiday craft session.&nbsp;
-Paint a wooden dreidel&nbsp; -Paint a tree ornament -Make a holiday card
This craft event is an all ages event.&nbsp;

Local Event: Free Holiday Craft

Free Holiday Craft

Who's ready to get their holiday craft on?
On Sunday, December 6, from 1-4pm, head to Abbott Square Market for a fun and FREE...

Cabrillo's Crocker Theater

Experience the magic of the holiday season with Santa Cruz City Ballet's performance of the Nutcracker. Widely regarded as a local gem and the best holiday present in Santa Cruz, this absolutely fantastic show sparkles on stage and is presented by the International Academy of Dance. Shows on 12/19 &amp;&nbsp;12/20, 1:00 PM&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;4:30 PM&nbsp;both days only at Cabrillo's Crocker Theater.

Local Event: Nutcracker

Nutcracker

Experience the magic of the holiday season with Santa Cruz City Ballet's performance of the Nutcracker. Widely regarded as a...

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El Capulin Nursery

We offer a wide variety of plants/trees from fruit trees, flowers, palms, grasses and succulents, our property is over 3 acres full of plants ready to make your garden / backyard beautiful 595 green valley rd Watsonville ca Open Everyday 8am-5pm

We offer a wide variety of plants/trees from fruit trees, flowers, palms, grasses and succulents, our property is over 3 acres full of plants ready...

Illusive Comics & Games, LLC

All are welcome at Illusive Comics &amp; Games, located in Santa Clara. Woman owned and all spectrum friendly, we are a brightly lit, well organized, and welcoming shop. It's easy for anyone to come in and wander, and shop. Roll some gorgeous dice and play some boardgames if you have the time. We will you pick out the perfect item you're looking for! We have the largest selection of new comics in the Bay Area. You can also find Dungeons &amp; Dragons, Pokemon, Magic: the Gathering, and a huge selection of boardgames. We've got comic books for every age, starting with Superhero board books. We have a full weekend of events all of the time, which we update on our website each week. There's also space for free Boardgaming for you and your friends. Illusive has been a Santa Clara mainstay since 2007. We're on Stevens Creek at Lawrence Expy and 280, next to Harbor Freight, on the other end of the center from MicroCenter. Open every day of the year, our Holiday Hours for 2026/27 are Mon 11a-7p Tues 12p-7p Wed 11a-8p Thur 11a-7p Fri 11a-9p Sat 10a-7p Sun 11a-7p (Libraries, Teachers and Schools- contact us for bulk ordering discounts for your schools and fundraising options!)

All are welcome at Illusive Comics & Games, located in Santa Clara. Woman owned and all spectrum friendly, we are a brightly lit, well organized,...

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