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This Weekend in Santa Cruz: April 8th – 10th, 2016

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weekend roundup april 8-10, 2016

This weekend kicks off with a celebration of the best and brightest in Santa Cruz on Friday evening (complete with red carpet!).

We’ll also be treated to a hometown derby bout, the Arboretum’s annual Spring Plant Sale, a one-of-a-kind event that cat owners won’t want to miss, a fashion show, a special wildflower walk, and a live performance so good it’s being broadcast from Moscow.

See our picks for the top events each day this weekend:

Friday

2016 Nexties

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When: 4/8 from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Where: Rio Theatre
Cost: $40 online, $50 at the door

This year the Nexties are going to the next level. The expanded awards show includes 14 categories this year (up from 5 last year), and an after party with Coffee Zombie Collective. There will be live music from Nick Gallant and Heather Christie, small bites from some local favorites, and beer from Humble Sea Brewery.

Congrats to all of this year’s honorees!

Click here to see the full list of honorees & to purchase tickets.

Also on Friday

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Saturday

Jazz for Freedom Concert Series

When: 4/9 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Where: Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
Cost: Admission is free, donations are accepted

jazz for freedomThis Saturday the MAH will host the Jazz for Freedom Concert Series, with Jack Bowers and Friends. Sponsored by Barrios Unidos, the event will raise awareness of mass incarceration in our criminal justice system.

Get more info here.

UCSC Arboretum Spring Plant Sale

UCSC arboretum spring plant sale

When: 4/9. Members only from 10:00 am to noon. General public from noon to 4:00 pm
Where: UCSC Arboretum Eucalyptus Grove

The Arboretum’s annual Spring Plant Sale will feature drought tolerant succulents, small trees and a variety of plants from Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. Bird watchers are in luck, as this year’s selection will feature many plants to attract birds, primarily hummingbirds. Arboretum experts will be available to assist you with any plant related questions.

Get more info here.

Santa Cruz Derby Girls Steamer Janes vs the Redwood Rebels

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When: 4/9 from. Doors: 5:45 PM. Frist whistle: 6:30 PM
Where: Civic Auditorium
Cost: $16 – $32

What’s better than watching a Santa Cruz Derby Girls team take on a rival opponent?

How about two Santa Cruz Derby Girls teams squaring off? Hometown teams, the Steamer Janes and Redwood Rebels face off on Saturday, playing for bragging rights, and looking to take a step towards the local championship.

Get more info here.

Viva La Lehrer III — Celebration of the Life and Songs of Tom Lehrer

When: 4/9 at 6:30 pm & 8:45 pm
Where: Kuumbwa Jazz Center
Cost: $22/Advance $25/Door

20 local musicians and performers will pay tribute to pop culture icon Tom Lehrer in the Third Annual Celebration of the Life and Songs of Tom Lehrer. Performers include Gail Rich Award recipients Joe Ferrara and Ukulele Dick with Jayme Kelly Curtis. Also performing will be Steve Wilson, Kylan deGhetaldi, The Lehrermen, and the Gold Standard barbershop quartet Constellation. There are two shows, one at 6:30, followed by a second show at 8:45.

Get more info here.

First Annual Santa Cruz County Catio Tour

catio tourWhen: 4/9 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Where: Santa Cruz County

Want to keep your cat outside and safe? If so, you’ll love this self-guided tour of custom cat enclosures. The inaugural Catio Tour includes 11 stops, each with a custom built catio (cat + patio = catio. Cute, huh?). Check out this pdf to see photos of all the cat enclosures on tour.

Get more info here.

Also on Saturday

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Sunday

Hat’s Off to Spring’ Fashion Show

When: 4/10 from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm
Where: Seascape Beach Resort
Cost: $50

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Seascape plays host to the Hats Off to Spring Fashion show. Enjoy brunch, a trunk show with a dozen local boutiques offering their finest, and of course, the fashion show. Partial proceeds beneft Caroline’s Non-Profit Thrift Store.

Get more info here.

Trek to the Forbidden Sandhills

When: 4/10 from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm (additional dates: 4/17 & 4/24)
Where: Quail Hollow Ranch
Cost: Free

April is the best (and only) time to visit the flower-covered hills of the protected sand parkland habitat. This weekend is the first of three Sundays in April to join a guided tour of these rare species. These are small tours and are likely to fill up quickly.

Get more info here.

The Bolshoi Ballet presents Don Quixote

When: 4/10 from 12:55 pm to 4:10 pm
Where: Regal Santa Cruz 9
Cost: $5.25

The Bolshoi Ballet’s performance of Don Quixote will stream live from Moscow to select theaters around the world.

Get more info here.

Also on Sunday

Featured Upcoming Event

earth dayThe always fun, and always popular, Earth Day Festival in San Lorenzo Park is just around the corner.  There will be live music, vendor booths, plenty of great food, and lots of fun activities for kids.

Get more info here.

What: Earth Day
Where: San Lorenzo Park
When: April 16th, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

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Ethan Oates

Ethan Oates fell in love with Santa Cruz while visiting as a child. He has lived in Santa Cruz since the mid '90's, and is happiest when spending time with his family.

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