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DILATED PUPIL
UCSC | CABRILLO | THE SANTA CRUZ GUIDE TO STUDENT LIVING | SANTACRUZ.COM
2014
2015
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CONTENTS
32 HIKING TRAILS
Welcome to Santa Cruz, now get out
36 MUSIC
For those about to rock
6 slug life
38 GOOD HEALTH
UCSC events, the story of the slug,
and where to meet people
We need our medicine
8 GOOD KNOWLEDGE
40 DIY
Offbeat facts about the campus scene
Start a revolution, or whatever
10 ROOM SERVICE
42 BRAINY PURSUITS
Understanding Santa Cruz housing
Where to find study spots and more
16 SEX, SLUGS & ROCK ‘N’ ROLL
45 FAITH
UCSC mascot Sammy the Slug’s first
tell-all interview
Don’t stop believin’
48 CAFES
20 OTTER THIS WORLD
So, anyway, caffeine is a thing
Discover UCSC’s world-famous science
research, the non-boring way
51 FOOD
24 EAT CHEAP!
The Santa Cruz dining scene
56 CRAFT BEER
Our resident expert explains how
Where to raise your glass
26 TRANSPORTATION
58 CAMPUS CALENDARS
Bike and bus your way around
Save these UCSC and Cabrillo dates
27 REBEL
Tattoos and other adult fun
30 FITNESS
Gyms, yoga and martial arts
10 THE HOUSING SQUEEZE How to make sense of it
31 SURF SPOTS & BEACHES
Where to catch a break
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–STEVE PALOPOLI,
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Jeanne Howard
Editor
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Cat Johnson
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Understanding Santa Cruz’s complicated housing market
By CAT JOHNSON
N
ew to Santa Cruz? There’s some good news and
some bad news. The good news is that you now
live in one of the greatest places on earth. Our
magnificent coastlines, ancient redwood forests,
thriving arts and music community, world-class waves, proximity to the Bay Area, abundance of locally grown organic
food and more make Santa Cruz a truly unique place to live.
The bad news is that, due in large part to this uniqueness
of ours, we have a housing market that is severely impacted,
and regularly ranks among the most expensive in the nation.
Off-campus housing can be hard to find, and when you do
find it, it can be outrageously expensive. Ask around a bit
and you’ll meet people paying more than $700 a month for a
room in a house, or several hundred dollars a month to sleep
in a closet. Yes, a closet—and not a walk-in closet that’s been
transformed into a room. Just a closet.
But don’t get scared off too fast. You know the old saying
about necessity being the mother of invention? Well, impacted housing markets inspire creative thinking around where to
lay one’s head, and our little town is no exception. People are
very creative when it comes to where they live. Here are five
Santa Cruz-style alternatives to traditional housing.
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1/Accessory Dwelling Units
(ADUs)
Also known as granny units, ADUs are legal in Santa
Cruz. Because of this, as well as the fact that this is a
beach town with lots of little beach shacks, we have an
abundance of these dwellings—including sheds, converted garages, cottages and more. Some of them are
charming, some are so-so, and some you’re going to want
to steer clear of, but if you want more privacy than you’ll
get with housemates, and you have a little more money
to spend, ADUs can be a good option. The downsides
of ADUs include the fact that you may have to go into
the main house to use the bathroom and kitchen, and if
they’re not well-insulated, it’s going to get chilly during
the winter months. But, plenty of ADUs are beautiful,
stand-alone houses that have everything you need in one
little unit.
2/Housemates
Living with housemates is very common in Santa Cruz.
Ranging from big party houses that hold 10 or more people
to situations where you have just one or two housemates,
it’s a practical housing solution. It’s among the most
affordable options, and you can usually find someone who
needs a housemate. Plus, it can be really fun. Gotchas to
watch out for: people eating your food, scheduling clashes
where one person’s party time is your study or sleep time,
and housemate drama—so choose wisely.
3/Tiny Rooms
A variation on the housemate theme, tiny rooms definitely exist in and around Santa Cruz. Some of them are
adorable little spaces that have been converted into bedrooms, some of them are rooms that have been divided to
create more space (and rental income), and some of them
are, quite literally, the closets mentioned earlier. Depending on your budget and lifestyle, these tiny rooms can be
either a dream come true or a claustrophobic nightmare.
The upside: tiny rooms are inexpensive and force you to
be a minimalist. The downside: they really are small.
4/Work Trade
Work trade is an attractive solution to finding housing, if
you can find a situation that fits your skills and lifestyle.
Services traded for partial or full housing include gardening, elder care, child care, maintenance, pet sitting, house
sitting and more. Living where you work isn’t without
challenges, but with clear communication and boundaries, it can be a good way to build community, exercise
your skills and save money.
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5/Co-ops
Santa Cruz has a long and storied history of cooperative housing. Some of them are formal, and
some casual; some have lots of rules and expectations, and some just want to have shared meals.
Some of them have themes—anarchist, queer,
gardening—and some of them are wide open. But
they all share core cooperative principles. The
idea of living in a co-op is that there is democratic
decision-making and a vision for community
living rather than just a bunch of people living in
the same place. If you choose the co-op route, be
prepared to contribute time, energy and ideas.
Challenges of cooperative living can include
unnecessarily long decision-making sessions and
expectations on your time. But when managed
well, it can be a great way to meet people, expand
your comfort zone, pick up some communication
skills and become part of a community.
6/Bonus: Couch Surfing
This isn’t a very good long-term housing
solution, but if you find yourself unable to find
a place, it may be time to call in some favors and
start surfing friends’ couches. The upside is that
couch surfing is as close to free housing as you’re
likely to get. But remember, etiquette says that
you should contribute to your host; if not money,
then with help around the house or yard. And
be sure to check in with your host to see how
long they’re willing to have you—more than one
friendship has fallen apart due to someone overstaying their welcome. The downside of couch
surfing is obvious: you’re sleeping in a common
space with no privacy, limited or nonexistent
space for your stuff, and a couch (or sometimes
floor) for a bed.
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Understanding Santa Cruz’s complicated housing market
By CAT JOHNSON
N
ew to Santa Cruz? There’s some good news and
some bad news. The good news is that you now
live in one of the greatest places on earth. Our
magnificent coastlines, ancient redwood forests,
thriving arts and music community, world-class waves, proximity to the Bay Area, abundance of locally grown organic
food and more make Santa Cruz a truly unique place to live.
The bad news is that, due in large part to this uniqueness
of ours, we have a housing market that is severely impacted,
and regularly ranks among the most expensive in the nation.
Off-campus housing can be hard to find, and when you do
find it, it can be outrageously expensive. Ask around a bit
and you’ll meet people paying more than $700 a month for a
room in a house, or several hundred dollars a month to sleep
in a closet. Yes, a closet—and not a walk-in closet that’s been
transformed into a room. Just a closet.
But don’t get scared off too fast. You know the old saying
about necessity being the mother of invention? Well, impacted housing markets inspire creative thinking around where to
lay one’s head, and our little town is no exception. People are
very creative when it comes to where they live. Here are five
Santa Cruz-style alternatives to traditional housing.
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1/Accessory Dwelling Units
(ADUs)
Also known as granny units, ADUs are legal in Santa
Cruz. Because of this, as well as the fact that this is a
beach town with lots of little beach shacks, we have an
abundance of these dwellings—including sheds, converted garages, cottages and more. Some of them are
charming, some are so-so, and some you’re going to want
to steer clear of, but if you want more privacy than you’ll
get with housemates, and you have a little more money
to spend, ADUs can be a good option. The downsides
of ADUs include the fact that you may have to go into
the main house to use the bathroom and kitchen, and if
they’re not well-insulated, it’s going to get chilly during
the winter months. But, plenty of ADUs are beautiful,
stand-alone houses that have everything you need in one
little unit.
2/Housemates
Living with housemates is very common in Santa Cruz.
Ranging from big party houses that hold 10 or more people
to situations where you have just one or two housemates,
it’s a practical housing solution. It’s among the most
affordable options, and you can usually find someone who
needs a housemate. Plus, it can be really fun. Gotchas to
watch out for: people eating your food, scheduling clashes
where one person’s party time is your study or sleep time,
and housemate drama—so choose wisely.
3/Tiny Rooms
A variation on the housemate theme, tiny rooms definitely exist in and around Santa Cruz. Some of them are
adorable little spaces that have been converted into bedrooms, some of them are rooms that have been divided to
create more space (and rental income), and some of them
are, quite literally, the closets mentioned earlier. Depending on your budget and lifestyle, these tiny rooms can be
either a dream come true or a claustrophobic nightmare.
The upside: tiny rooms are inexpensive and force you to
be a minimalist. The downside: they really are small.
4/Work Trade
Work trade is an attractive solution to finding housing, if
you can find a situation that fits your skills and lifestyle.
Services traded for partial or full housing include gardening, elder care, child care, maintenance, pet sitting, house
sitting and more. Living where you work isn’t without
challenges, but with clear communication and boundaries, it can be a good way to build community, exercise
your skills and save money.
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sex,
slugs &
rock ’n’
roll
A rare
interview with the
elusive mascot of UCSC
SAMMY
the SLUG
EDITOR’S NOTE: After months of
getting the runaround from the Public
Information Office at UCSC, we finally
secured a sit-down interview with the
elusive UCSC mascot Sammy the Slug.
Strange rumors have been circulating
about this gastropod since the university
was founded in the late ’60s. Reporter
Sven Davis sat down with Sammy in our
offices to set the record straight.
GT: It’s nice to have you here,
Sammy, though we did expect you
last week.
Sammy the Slug: Yeah, well, it’s a long
way from campus to downtown. You got
some water?
By SVEN DAVIS
Of course, I’m sorry ... should have
realized.
I’m just saying, you could have sent a car.
We’ll spring for a bus ticket to get you
back. Really sorry about that.
Fugettaboutit.
Looking out the window, I can see your
trail leading right up to the building.
How do you, if you don’t mind me asking, keep that slime coming?
I never would have said this when I was
younger, but the truth is you’ve really got
to find the right conditioner. Slime is a
great ride; I suppose for you a reasonable
comparison is walking on a kitchen floor
in fresh socks. It’s also protection against
the elements. I’m very allergic to poison
oak, which is frickin’ bad news where I
live. There are other uses, too, but I don’t
want to embarrass you.
So let’s get to a subject I know is sensitive for you. You’ve said before that
despite your fame, you’re not too happy about being the UCSC mascot?
You know, I get misquoted about that a
lot. All I said was there’s not much point in
being a mascot when there’s no real team.
Have them start a football or baseball team
or something, and ask me then. What do
they have, badminton or something? Give
me a break.
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halftime show, I gotta say. I don’t often
get to sing in public.
You sing?
Well, I dabble ... (sings, Sinatra-style)
I’ve got you ... stuck to my skin... I’ve
got you … stuck to a part of me …
That’s amazing! You really surprise me, Sammy. You know, singers get all the girls.
And the boys!
Wait, you’re …
That’s right. A hermaphrodite. One of
the perks of working on campus is that
I get to audit classes. Right now I’m
digging astrophysics, but back in the
’70s they launched this whole Feminist Studies thing and it really opened
a new world for me. I took a long look
inside and came to terms with it.
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So ideally you’d want to represent a
football team?
No, look, I get it. I’m not the most inspirational creature for sports. I’m slow, I’m
brightly colored, and, let’s face it, boring
to watch. What sport could I possibly
represent?
Golf?
Golf, yeah, never thought of that. That’s
good.
There you go, Slug Golf.
(Laughs.) There’s a redundant phrase for
you.
You have to admit that being the mascot has brought you a lot of fame.
Fame, feh ... You know that slug T-shirt?
The one Travolta wears in Pulp Fiction?
Lets talk residuals: not one dime. Forget
the forest floor, the real slime balls are in
Hollywood.
At least you still have the campus gig.
That’s true, there have been some layoffs
up there. But I’m not worried.
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Why not?
The banana slug has no known predators.
No! Is that true?
I’m kidding. I don’t know, maybe. All I
know is nobody messes with me.
I don’t know about that—weren’t you
nearly ousted in the ’80s?
Oh yeah, the chancellor at the time was
pushing for something more “dignified.”
And you know what he came up with? You
won’t believe it. A sea lion.
Sea lion? Seriously?
(Laughs.) I know, ever seen one? Basically
it’s a big brown version of me. Just another
mascot you can’t have at a basketball game
because it’ll make the floor all slippery.
I remember that incident …
My first and last appearance as halftime
entertainment.
Did that player recover?
I don’t know. It’s not like he’s friending me
on Facebook or anything. But it was a good
So banana slugs are both male and
female?
That’s right—twice the junk at half the
speed. I mean, I always sort of knew
it, you know? None of my friends were
surprised when I came out. Believe me,
there are stranger things under the
forest canopy. Ever been there when a
deer breaks off its own antlers in the
winter? You never forget that popping
sound. They don’t even wince.
Well, good thing Sammy is a gender-neutral name.
Yeah, but for professional reasons I
mainly stick with the male identity. It
gets tiring watching people stumble
over pronouns all the time.
It’s nice to be able to tell somebody
to go screw themselves and not
have it be mean.
It doesn’t work that way, but thanks.
Sammy, thanks again for coming.
My pleasure.
We’re celebrating finishing this
Dilated Pupil issue tonight, see you
there?
Hey, I’m nocturnal!
Margaritas OK?
No salt! Ha!
THIS WORLD
The Seymour Center is an introduction to Slug science By Sydney Moorhead
W
hen Seymour
Center Director
Julie Heffington
retires from her
position, she’d like to retire to an
old octopus’ home. Not just to
avoid insane Santa Cruz rents,
but because she’s confident she’d
receive excellent care while residing in her new aquatic abode
at the Seymour Center.
With its large and dedicated team of staff members and
volunteers, the fish and invertebrates at the Seymour Center
receive round-the-clock ser-
vice, including fresh sea water,
good food, and a veterinarian
on staff to help with whatever
ails them.
Formally opened in 2000
with Heffington as founding
director, the Seymour Center
has acted as a window into
the work and activity at Long
Marine Lab, which is UCSC’s
acclaimed state-of-the-art
marine research facility.
“As much as we’d like to
have people wander through
people’s labs, and have them go
with the scientists off to Antarc-
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tica, or to Hawaii, or wherever they’re going, that’s not possible,” says Heffington.
“So we try to be your virtual experience.”
The exhibits featured at the center are
expensive to create, and don’t rotate that
often. There is, however, a new sea otter
exhibit, which was just recently completed.
Aquarium Curator Peter Macht
calls the sea otter exhibit a “dry exhibit,”
meaning it doesn’t contain any live sea
otters—yes, they look cute, but they also
bite. Despite not having a live component, the exhibit contains interactive
features, including an Operation-esque
game where exhibit goers can meticulously remove parts from a sea otter.
“It’s kind of a cool way to get people
involved in how scientists discover, and
how they know or try to figure out what’s
going on with sea otters or sea otter populations,” Macht says.
Though the majority of the scientists, researchers and volunteers at the
Seymour Center and Long Marine Lab
are from UCSC, the 100-acre nature reserve houses federal government, state,
and nonprofit work as well.
While UCSC’s presence at the
center is overwhelming, the center is not
actually funded by the university—it’s
what Heffington calls “self-funded”
through a combination of fee services,
such as admission, and fundraising.
There are also a large number of
UCSC volunteers and interns. From
leading field trips to working with the
exhibits and the animals, to caring for
the plant life surrounding the building,
the Seymour Center provides innumerable volunteer opportunities.
Youth Program Manager Suzanne
Hebert serves as coordinator of the
field trip program, which allows college
students and community volunteers to
teach younger students about the exhibits. Aside from the program allowing
volunteers to get a feel for teaching both
inside and outside of the classroom, the
field trips also allow students to work
collaboratively with a myriad of volunteers of different ages and backgrounds.
“One of the things that I really
enjoy about our program, and just the
Seymour Center in general, is that it’s
a very multi-generational place, so we
have college students and high school
students working alongside folks that
are retired, all different generations,”
Hebert says. “It’s just kind of a really neat
environment to be in.”
Macht also works closely with
volunteers and interns throughout the
year, though he’s not able to accept as
many as some of the volunteer programs.
If you are interested in working with the
live exhibits though, it’s not all glamour.
“These are people who want to work with
animals,” Macht says, “but don’t mind
the messy, maybe smelly, work of it.”
Fifteen-year-old Jasper Barnes
joined the volunteer team as an exhibit
guide at the start of this summer.
Barnes’ passion for science education,
particularly paleontology, inspired
him to volunteer at the center. During
his time there, he’s learned that the
center allows him to both improve his
knowledge of marine biology and learn
to interact with the public. The center’s
location overlooking the ocean doesn’t
hurt either, he says.
“I like the environment,” Barnes
says. “I like the stuff we have here. It’s
just awesome. I love this job.”
The Seymour Marine Discovery
Center is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m.,
Tuesday - Sunday. 100 Shaffer
Road, Santa Cruz. 459-3800.
seymourcenter.ucsc.edu
Our resident expert reveals how
By Jacob Pierce
here are a couple of tricks
to enjoying your college
career. One is to scrounge
and save money so you can
feel more independent when your
parents ask you if you need a few
extra bucks. And because you
may not want to cook for yourself
or eat at the dining hall every day
of the week, we asked our cheap
eats expert how to stay fueled
without going broke.
Q: I hear the best taquerias are
in Watsonville, but I’m commuting by bus. Still worth it?
A: Totally. Exploring the South
County is a great way to spend a
sunny Saturday afternoon, and
there is plenty of good eating.
Taqueria Delicia’s 2, La Princesa
Market and Trejos Carnitas are
all must-try spots. El Frijolito is
deliciously filling, and one of the
closest joints to the Watsonville
Transit Center. But if you, young
pupil, are just too dilated to make
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it out of downtown Santa Cruz,
try Jalapeños, Los Pinos or De La
Hacienda instead. It’s hard to go
wrong with any of those.
Size matters when you’re eating on the cheap. So where’s
the biggest burrito?
Salsa’s Taco Bar! I recently discovered this place on the corner
of 17th Avenue and Brommer
Street. I ordered the $8.95 vegan
burrito, which was loaded with
cauliflower and a bunch of green
things. And, guess what, it was
really good! And filling, too. I
didn’t even bother eating dinner
that night. I was too busy calling
my parents to let them know I ate
all my vegetables that day.
What’s the best time of day to
eat at a taqueria?
Great question. If you go to get
tacos too late, the salsa and guacamole have gotten a little stale,
and the meat might be greasy and
overcooked. If you go early, the
marinating meats haven’t yet
reached their peak flavor potential. The best time is three to four
hours before closing.
Best late night off-campus
study spot?
Ferrell’s Donuts on Mission
Street. Fresh donut batches come
out twice a day, around 9 a.m.
and 6 p.m. Grab an apple fritter
for $1.50.
Can I find Chinese food in
Santa Cruz that’s cheap … and
good?
Yes. Yan Flower’s affordable
dining options—especially with
lunch specials starting at $3.95—
have been well documented. If
you go that route, be prepared for
massive portions, and possibly
a nap after. On the other hand,
if you’re willing to spend just a
little more, eat less, and skip the
food hangover, the lunch buffet at
Little Shanghai starts
at $4.95 and goes from 11:30 a.m.
to 1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. A line sometimes forms just
before 1:30 p.m., when owners
Jack and Sue Chiao start selling
the food at a discount.
I only have $1.
Not a question! Still, the first
thing to do is ask yourself “Is it
Tuesday?” Because if it is, you’re
in luck. Go to the Rocker’s Pizza
window outside the Catalyst
nightclub on Pacific Avenue to
grab a slice of pizza, along with
the satisfaction that someone out
there is looking out for you, and
wants you to be happy and
somewhat nourished. Oh,
it isn’t Tuesday? Get a
job, slacker!
sex,
slugs &
rock ’n’
roll
A rare
interview with the
elusive mascot of UCSC
SAMMY
the SLUG
EDITOR’S NOTE: After months of
getting the runaround from the Public
Information Office at UCSC, we finally
secured a sit-down interview with the
elusive UCSC mascot Sammy the Slug.
Strange rumors have been circulating
about this gastropod since the university
was founded in the late ’60s. Reporter
Sven Davis sat down with Sammy in our
offices to set the record straight.
GT: It’s nice to have you here,
Sammy, though we did expect you
last week.
Sammy the Slug: Yeah, well, it’s a long
way from campus to downtown. You got
some water?
By SVEN DAVIS
Of course, I’m sorry ... should have
realized.
I’m just saying, you could have sent a car.
We’ll spring for a bus ticket to get you
back. Really sorry about that.
Fugettaboutit.
Looking out the window, I can see your
trail leading right up to the building.
How do you, if you don’t mind me asking, keep that slime coming?
I never would have said this when I was
younger, but the truth is you’ve really got
to find the right conditioner. Slime is a
great ride; I suppose for you a reasonable
comparison is walking on a kitchen floor
in fresh socks. It’s also protection against
the elements. I’m very allergic to poison
oak, which is frickin’ bad news where I
live. There are other uses, too, but I don’t
want to embarrass you.
So let’s get to a subject I know is sensitive for you. You’ve said before that
despite your fame, you’re not too happy about being the UCSC mascot?
You know, I get misquoted about that a
lot. All I said was there’s not much point in
being a mascot when there’s no real team.
Have them start a football or baseball team
or something, and ask me then. What do
they have, badminton or something? Give
me a break.
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halftime show, I gotta say. I don’t often
get to sing in public.
You sing?
Well, I dabble ... (sings, Sinatra-style)
I’ve got you ... stuck to my skin... I’ve
got you … stuck to a part of me …
That’s amazing! You really surprise me, Sammy. You know, singers get all the girls.
And the boys!
Wait, you’re …
That’s right. A hermaphrodite. One of
the perks of working on campus is that
I get to audit classes. Right now I’m
digging astrophysics, but back in the
’70s they launched this whole Feminist Studies thing and it really opened
a new world for me. I took a long look
inside and came to terms with it.
<16
So ideally you’d want to represent a
football team?
No, look, I get it. I’m not the most inspirational creature for sports. I’m slow, I’m
brightly colored, and, let’s face it, boring
to watch. What sport could I possibly
represent?
Golf?
Golf, yeah, never thought of that. That’s
good.
There you go, Slug Golf.
(Laughs.) There’s a redundant phrase for
you.
You have to admit that being the mascot has brought you a lot of fame.
Fame, feh ... You know that slug T-shirt?
The one Travolta wears in Pulp Fiction?
Lets talk residuals: not one dime. Forget
the forest floor, the real slime balls are in
Hollywood.
At least you still have the campus gig.
That’s true, there have been some layoffs
up there. But I’m not worried.
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Why not?
The banana slug has no known predators.
No! Is that true?
I’m kidding. I don’t know, maybe. All I
know is nobody messes with me.
I don’t know about that—weren’t you
nearly ousted in the ’80s?
Oh yeah, the chancellor at the time was
pushing for something more “dignified.”
And you know what he came up with? You
won’t believe it. A sea lion.
Sea lion? Seriously?
(Laughs.) I know, ever seen one? Basically
it’s a big brown version of me. Just another
mascot you can’t have at a basketball game
because it’ll make the floor all slippery.
I remember that incident …
My first and last appearance as halftime
entertainment.
Did that player recover?
I don’t know. It’s not like he’s friending me
on Facebook or anything. But it was a good
So banana slugs are both male and
female?
That’s right—twice the junk at half the
speed. I mean, I always sort of knew
it, you know? None of my friends were
surprised when I came out. Believe me,
there are stranger things under the
forest canopy. Ever been there when a
deer breaks off its own antlers in the
winter? You never forget that popping
sound. They don’t even wince.
Well, good thing Sammy is a gender-neutral name.
Yeah, but for professional reasons I
mainly stick with the male identity. It
gets tiring watching people stumble
over pronouns all the time.
It’s nice to be able to tell somebody
to go screw themselves and not
have it be mean.
It doesn’t work that way, but thanks.
Sammy, thanks again for coming.
My pleasure.
We’re celebrating finishing this
Dilated Pupil issue tonight, see you
there?
Hey, I’m nocturnal!
Margaritas OK?
No salt! Ha!
THIS WORLD
The Seymour Center is an introduction to Slug science By Sydney Moorhead
W
hen Seymour
Center Director
Julie Heffington
retires from her
position, she’d like to retire to an
old octopus’ home. Not just to
avoid insane Santa Cruz rents,
but because she’s confident she’d
receive excellent care while residing in her new aquatic abode
at the Seymour Center.
With its large and dedicated team of staff members and
volunteers, the fish and invertebrates at the Seymour Center
receive round-the-clock ser-
vice, including fresh sea water,
good food, and a veterinarian
on staff to help with whatever
ails them.
Formally opened in 2000
with Heffington as founding
director, the Seymour Center
has acted as a window into
the work and activity at Long
Marine Lab, which is UCSC’s
acclaimed state-of-the-art
marine research facility.
“As much as we’d like to
have people wander through
people’s labs, and have them go
with the scientists off to Antarc-
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tica, or to Hawaii, or wherever they’re going, that’s not possible,” says Heffington.
“So we try to be your virtual experience.”
The exhibits featured at the center are
expensive to create, and don’t rotate that
often. There is, however, a new sea otter
exhibit, which was just recently completed.
Aquarium Curator Peter Macht
calls the sea otter exhibit a “dry exhibit,”
meaning it doesn’t contain any live sea
otters—yes, they look cute, but they also
bite. Despite not having a live component, the exhibit contains interactive
features, including an Operation-esque
game where exhibit goers can meticulously remove parts from a sea otter.
“It’s kind of a cool way to get people
involved in how scientists discover, and
how they know or try to figure out what’s
going on with sea otters or sea otter populations,” Macht says.
Though the majority of the scientists, researchers and volunteers at the
Seymour Center and Long Marine Lab
are from UCSC, the 100-acre nature reserve houses federal government, state,
and nonprofit work as well.
While UCSC’s presence at the
center is overwhelming, the center is not
actually funded by the university—it’s
what Heffington calls “self-funded”
through a combination of fee services,
such as admission, and fundraising.
There are also a large number of
UCSC volunteers and interns. From
leading field trips to working with the
exhibits and the animals, to caring for
the plant life surrounding the building,
the Seymour Center provides innumerable volunteer opportunities.
Youth Program Manager Suzanne
Hebert serves as coordinator of the
field trip program, which allows college
students and community volunteers to
teach younger students about the exhibits. Aside from the program allowing
volunteers to get a feel for teaching both
inside and outside of the classroom, the
field trips also allow students to work
collaboratively with a myriad of volunteers of different ages and backgrounds.
“One of the things that I really
enjoy about our program, and just the
Seymour Center in general, is that it’s
a very multi-generational place, so we
have college students and high school
students working alongside folks that
are retired, all different generations,”
Hebert says. “It’s just kind of a really neat
environment to be in.”
Macht also works closely with
volunteers and interns throughout the
year, though he’s not able to accept as
many as some of the volunteer programs.
If you are interested in working with the
live exhibits though, it’s not all glamour.
“These are people who want to work with
animals,” Macht says, “but don’t mind
the messy, maybe smelly, work of it.”
Fifteen-year-old Jasper Barnes
joined the volunteer team as an exhibit
guide at the start of this summer.
Barnes’ passion for science education,
particularly paleontology, inspired
him to volunteer at the center. During
his time there, he’s learned that the
center allows him to both improve his
knowledge of marine biology and learn
to interact with the public. The center’s
location overlooking the ocean doesn’t
hurt either, he says.
“I like the environment,” Barnes
says. “I like the stuff we have here. It’s
just awesome. I love this job.”
The Seymour Marine Discovery
Center is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m.,
Tuesday - Sunday. 100 Shaffer
Road, Santa Cruz. 459-3800.
seymourcenter.ucsc.edu
Our resident expert reveals how
By Jacob Pierce
here are a couple of tricks
to enjoying your college
career. One is to scrounge
and save money so you can
feel more independent when your
parents ask you if you need a few
extra bucks. And because you
may not want to cook for yourself
or eat at the dining hall every day
of the week, we asked our cheap
eats expert how to stay fueled
without going broke.
Q: I hear the best taquerias are
in Watsonville, but I’m commuting by bus. Still worth it?
A: Totally. Exploring the South
County is a great way to spend a
sunny Saturday afternoon, and
there is plenty of good eating.
Taqueria Delicia’s 2, La Princesa
Market and Trejos Carnitas are
all must-try spots. El Frijolito is
deliciously filling, and one of the
closest joints to the Watsonville
Transit Center. But if you, young
pupil, are just too dilated to make
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it out of downtown Santa Cruz,
try Jalapeños, Los Pinos or De La
Hacienda instead. It’s hard to go
wrong with any of those.
Size matters when you’re eating on the cheap. So where’s
the biggest burrito?
Salsa’s Taco Bar! I recently discovered this place on the corner
of 17th Avenue and Brommer
Street. I ordered the $8.95 vegan
burrito, which was loaded with
cauliflower and a bunch of green
things. And, guess what, it was
really good! And filling, too. I
didn’t even bother eating dinner
that night. I was too busy calling
my parents to let them know I ate
all my vegetables that day.
What’s the best time of day to
eat at a taqueria?
Great question. If you go to get
tacos too late, the salsa and guacamole have gotten a little stale,
and the meat might be greasy and
overcooked. If you go early, the
marinating meats haven’t yet
reached their peak flavor potential. The best time is three to four
hours before closing.
Best late night off-campus
study spot?
Ferrell’s Donuts on Mission
Street. Fresh donut batches come
out twice a day, around 9 a.m.
and 6 p.m. Grab an apple fritter
for $1.50.
Can I find Chinese food in
Santa Cruz that’s cheap … and
good?
Yes. Yan Flower’s affordable
dining options—especially with
lunch specials starting at $3.95—
have been well documented. If
you go that route, be prepared for
massive portions, and possibly
a nap after. On the other hand,
if you’re willing to spend just a
little more, eat less, and skip the
food hangover, the lunch buffet at
Little Shanghai starts
at $4.95 and goes from 11:30 a.m.
to 1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. A line sometimes forms just
before 1:30 p.m., when owners
Jack and Sue Chiao start selling
the food at a discount.
I only have $1.
Not a question! Still, the first
thing to do is ask yourself “Is it
Tuesday?” Because if it is, you’re
in luck. Go to the Rocker’s Pizza
window outside the Catalyst
nightclub on Pacific Avenue to
grab a slice of pizza, along with
the satisfaction that someone out
there is looking out for you, and
wants you to be happy and
somewhat nourished. Oh,
it isn’t Tuesday? Get a
job, slacker!
TRANSPORTATION
You only need to spend an hour or so in Santa Cruz to realize that it
is an extremely bike-friendly place. Whether you’re a fixed gear, road
bike, mountain bike or beach cruiser rider, there are plenty of bike
shops and biking solutions for you.
BIKES
Spokesman
Bicycles
SHOPS
231 Cathcart St.,
Santa Cruz, 4296062, spokesmanbicycles.com. Shops offer professional assistance
with all your cycling
needs. If you want
to take a more do-ityourself approach,
check out the Bike
Church in Santa
Cruz, located at 703
Pacific Ave., Santa
Cruz, 425-2453.
Sure, you can find a
lengthy list of shops
on the web, but take
note of several cool
spots we really like.
Another
Bike Shop
2361 Mission St.,
Santa Cruz, 4272232, anotherbikeshop.com.
Bicycle Trip
1001 Soquel Ave.,
Santa Cruz, 4272580, bicycletripcom.
Bicycle Shop
1325 Mission St.,
Santa Cruz, 4540909, thebicycleshopsantacruz.
com.
Dave’s
Custom Bikes
910 Soquel Ave.,
Santa Cruz, 4238923, santacruzcustombikes.com.
Epicenter
Cycling
8035 Soquel Drive,
Aptos, 662-8100;
1730 Mission St.,
Santa Cruz,
423-9000.
epicentercycling.com .
Sprockets
1420 Mission
St., Santa Cruz,
426-7623, santacruzsprockets.com.
Scotts Valley
Cyclesport
245 Mount Herman
Road #J, Scotts
Valley, 440-9070,
svcyclesport.com.
RIDER
INFO
Find info on bike
cooperatives, bike
routes, biking buddies, bike lockers
and more.
Go Green
gogreencollege.org/
Bicycle/index.html.
Commute
Solutions
sccrtc.org/bike.
html.
Cabrillo Bike
Co-op
sites.google.com/
site/cabrillobikecoop.
UCSC Bike
Programs
ucsc.edu/taps/
bicycleprograms.
html.
BUSES
UCSC students with
a valid university ID
can ride all Metro
lines for free. Cabrillo students must
buy bus passes
directly from Santa
Cruz Metropolitan
Transit District
(scmtd.com). There
is a Metro vending
machine located
outside the Student
Activities Center on
Soquel Drive. Take
note of other things.
Cabrillo
students
and staff can get to
the junior college
on Metro lines 54,
55, 56, 69N, 69W, 71
and 91X.
UCSC
students
and staff may take
Metro lines 10, 12,
13, 15, 16, 19 and 20.
Route 17
goes over the hill
to San Jose, where
you can connect to
CalTrain to head up
the San Francisco
peninsula, or VTA
lines 180 and 181 to
get to the East Bay
and BART.
MontereySalinas
Transit
has a trip planner at
mst.org, where you
can find connecting
routes up and down
Monterey Bay.
TATTOOS
HIGH TIMES
FU Tattoo
Pipeline
Ink with an attitude. But don’t be thrown by the
badass name—this rebellious outfit does all-pro
work. 1355 Capitola Road, Santa Cruz,
464-1669. f-utattoo.com.
Good Luck Tattoo
This husband-and-wife-owned, custom and walkin friendly tattoo parlor is a hit with locals. Bring
in your own design or get inspiration from one
of the shop’s artists. 1011 41st Ave., Santa Cruz.
464-1108. goodlucktattoo.com.
Illuminati Tattoo
Jessica McDermott—the daughter of James
McDermott, who owns Staircase Tattoo & Body
Piercing—learned everything she knows about
tattooing from her father. Check out her shop in
downtown. 52 Front St., Santa Cruz, 454-0344.
facebook.com/illuminatitattoostudio.
LoveDog Tattoo
From the fish tank to the coffin-shaped inner
portholes, this all-business studio retains the flair
of its tinsel-town roots. 1115 Soquel Ave.,
Santa Cruz, 469-3642. lovedogtat2.com.
Mission Street Tattoo & Piercing
With a super friendly staff, clean professional
environment and amazing talent, this shop is sure
to have staying power. 1515 Mission St
Santa Cruz, 466-9417.
REBEL
SEXY
Camouflage
Santa Cruz’s monstrous pipe shop.
Posters, tapestries, incense, a walkin cigar room and an epic selection
of glasswork, much of which is
blown locally. 818 Pacific Ave.,
pipesinthecity.com.
Your Downtown Santa
Cruz stop for all things
playful: from lingerie
and sexy costumes to
a variety of vibrators.
Fun, classy and
comfortable. 1329
Pacific Ave., Santa
Cruz, 423-1129.
camouflagesc.com.
Home Blown Glass
The storefront resembles a fine art
gallery as much as it does a pipe
shop, with handmade work crafted
by California residents. 1010
Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, 4600420.
Pure Pleasure
Specializing in “green
sex”—as in environmentally friendly,
non-toxic and natural
products.
204 Church St., Santa
Cruz, 466-9870.
purepleasureshop.com.
Irie Motivation
This Eastside store has enough variety
to delight and confuse (“what is that
for?”) the most devoted toker. Gas masks,
bongs, bubblers, and more. 3617 Portola
Drive, Santa Cruz, 477-9420.
Frenchy’s
This adult superstore sells adult books
and videos, lacy unmentionables, sex
toys and more. 3960 Portola Drive,
Santa Cruz, 475-9221. frenchys.com.
Ron and
Bridgette’s Place
Whether it’s a specific flavor for the hookah, a
hard-to-find cigar, or just a pack of regular
smokes, you’ll find it at this mom and pop
shop. 1114 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz,
423-1150.
Staircase Tattoo & Body Piercing
Staircase has been setting the standard of tattoo
and piercingwork in Santa Cruz since 1992.
Clean, professional and reliable. 628
Ocean St., Santa Cruz, 425-7644.
staircasetattoo.com.
hygiene
King’s Village
Wash and Dry
King’s gets bonus points for
having front-loading washers
and being located right next to
Nob Hill Foods. 222 Mt. Hermon
Road, Scotts Valley.
7 a.m.-11 p.m. Seven days a
week.
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Surf City Suds
Super Suds
Wash Dry
Ultra Mat
This is probably the cleanest,
most sparkling medium-sized
mat out there. The downside
is that it is right next to the
entrance to UCSC, and there
are not many shops or cafes.
It is next to Slug Books and a
7-Eleven. 228 Cardiff Place,
Santa Cruz. 7 a.m.-10 p.m.
A small- to medium-sized mat,
this sudsy spot is pretty clean
and located next to a 7-Eleven,
Upper Crust Pizza, New Leaf
Market, Ye Old Watering Hole
Bar, and across the street from
Taqueria La Cabaña. If you
are up to it, it is also walking
distance from Kelly’s French
Bakery. 2429B Mission St.,
Santa Cruz. 6 a.m.-11 p.m.
Moderately clean with multiple
washers and dryers of varying
sizes. Close to a barbershop,
Del Mar Cleaners, a giant liquor
store, and within walking distance of Capitola Mall. 2175 41st
Ave., Capitola. 6 a.m.-11 p.m.
Monday-Thursday, and 6:30
a.m.-11:30 p.m. Friday-Sunday.
One of two laundromats in
Santa Cruz that offers drop-off
services as well as an in-house
coffee bar and snack shop,
this mat is clean and peaceful.
A good place to study and get
some laundry done. This mat
is also one of the few with an
on-site attendant and wireless
Internet. 501 Laurel St.,
Santa Cruz. 7 a.m.-midnight.
FIT–
NESS
Santa Cruz Core
Fitness + Rehab
More than just a rehab portal,
Santa Cruz Core Fitness has many
group exercise classes during the
week. 317 Potrero St., Santa Cruz,
425-9500. santacruzcore.com.
24-Hour Fitness
Full-service gym with pool
and sauna; coin-operated lockers.
Best bets: the student deals.
1261 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz,
454-0333. 24hourfitness.com.
In Shape
An influx of new equipment and
new management have turned
the former Spa Fitness into a slick
new health club. Top-of-the-line
equipment, new spin bikes, and
plenty of aerobics classes and
personal training make this an ideal
workout haven. 1100-1200 41st
Ave., Capitola, 476-7373.
inshapeclubs.com.
Toadal Fitness
Independently owned alternative to
the larger gym facilities. The Santa
Cruz-based chain has a variety
of workout machines, relatable
trainers, and fun group classes
from yoga to kickboxing to TXT, a
high-energy cross-training class.
For all five locations and contact
info, visit toadalfitness.com.
ALT FITNESS
Sick of lifting weights? Don’t
let the gym get you down.
Try out one of these fun
fitness alternatives that will
make you sweat.
WELLNESS & DETOX:
BALANCED HEALTH
AND FITNESS
If crowded gyms aren’t for you, Balanced Health and Fitness is a great
alternative. From personal training,
to nutritional counseling,
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to detox programs, acupuncture,
massage, and more, this place has
it all. 4245 Capitola Road, Ste. 104.
Capitola, 234-2950. balancedhealthandfitness.org.
PADDLE BOARDING:
SUP Shack Santa Cruz
It might sound hard to believe, but
stand-up paddle boarding offers
a full-body workout that activates
your core as you have to depend on
your muscles to stabilize yourself
and secure yourself on the board.
2214 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz,
464-7467.
supshacksantacruz.com.
ROCK CLIMBING:
Pacific Edge
Pacific Edge boasts more than
14,000 square feet of state-ofthe-art rock climbing terrain. In
addition, there’s a new yoga studio
inside that offers more than 15
classes a week, plus pilates.
104 Bronson St., Ste. 12, Santa
Cruz, 454-9254.
pacificedgeclimbinggym.com.
HIKING:
Santa Cruz Meetup
Group Hiking
A great way to increase your heart
rate, take in the area’s natural
beauty, and meet new people. The
Santa Cruz Meetup Group leads
hikes from a couple of miles to 10+
miles, mostly in Santa Cruz County,
and everyone is welcome.
meetup.com/oh-go-take-a-hike.
ULTIMATE FRISBEE:
Santa Cruz Ultimate
Frisbee
Burn tons of calories while having
a blast with local pickup games of
Ultimate Frisbee. This self-officiated sport is similar to rugby, but
played with a Frisbee instead of
a ball, and tends to prioritize fun
over competition. facebook.com/
groups/scultimate.
BEACH VOLLEYBALL:
Kaplan Volleyball
“No Attitudes Allowed” is the name,
volleyball is the game. With more
than 30 years of teaching and
coaching experience, Phil Kaplan
runs numerous volleyball classes
and tournaments throughout the
county. An easy way to meet
people and have fun.
cabrillo.edu/~pkaplan.
kickboxing, western boxing, judo
and yoga. All ages and experience
levels welcome.
DANCE:
Tao Sans Martial Arts
Motion Pacific
Voted Best Kickboxing in 2014
by Good Times readers, this
Westside martial arts studio offers
everything for a full workout. 2801
Mission St. Ext., 2nd Floor of the
Wrigley Building, Santa Cruz,
332-8847.
Motion Pacific offers 1,500 classes
a year to hundreds of students, as
well as many shows featuring some
of the West Coast’s finest dancers,
choreographers and artists.
131 Front St., Ste. E,
motionpacific.com.
HULA HOOPING:
West Cliff Drive
Who says hula hooping is just for
kids? Every Sunday evening, locals
flock to the hoop jam on West Cliff
Drive to wiggle and twirl against the
sunset. A portable stereo provides
music for you to groove to, or
you can let the sound of crashing
waves be your guide. Lighthouse
Field State Beach, West Cliff Drive,
Santa Cruz.
MARTIAL
ARTS
Kaijin Mixed
Martial Arts
Visit Kaijin to learn self defense in a
community-based gym. Students
benefit from the guidance of
seasoned martial arts practitioners
who offer classes in jiu-jitsu,
YOGA
Divinitree Yoga and Art
Studio
Offers more than 40 classes of
“intense, creative, and energizing
yoga” that will suit any novice or
advanced yoga enthusiast. Weekly
events and workshops are held to
encourage healthier and happier
living. Drop-in classes cost $10-20,
with other deals available. Art and
dance classes are also offered.
1043B Water St., Santa Cruz, 4210518. divinitree.com.
Nourish
Beyond stellar yoga classes—the
studio’s own Victor Dubin took
home the 2013 Best of Santa Cruz
award for Best Yoga Instructor in a
GT poll—Nourish has great
merchandise and massage.
130 Walnut Ave., Santa Cruz,
429-9355. nourishsantacruz.com
Santa Cruz Yoga
Its location near UCSC makes it
an ideal spot to “stretch.” Over 50
yoga classes a week are offered:
Vinyasa flow, lyengar, Ashtanga,
and more. Award-winning author
and instructor Mark Stephens has
trained many yoga instructors
throughout the county. 402 Ingalls
St., Ste. 11, Santa Cruz, 227-2156.
santacruzyoga.net.
Bikram Yoga Aptos
This popular studio practices the
Bikram method: yoga performed
in a room heated to above 100 degrees. Check out the special deals
and great instructors. Bikram Yoga
Aptos was voted Best Yoga Studio
in GT’s 2013 Best of Santa Cruz
poll. Aptos Village Square, 7960
Soquel Drive, Aptos, 661-5030.
bikramyogaaptos.com.
Yoga Center of
Santa Cruz
Instructors at the Yoga Center
offer classes in Hatha Yoga, which
boosts flexibility, awareness and
balance. 428 Front St., Ste. C,
SURFSPOTS
The Hook
Pleasure Point
Scott’s Creek
Three Mile
When the swell is up, a nice left
careens in front of the jetty and the
right can go on forever, assuming
your skag doesn’t hit the kelp-infested water. Also, about a block
and a reef away is the infamous
Toe’s Over, which needs a huge
winter swell and a minus low tide
to break. But when it does, it’s pure
left- and right-breaking bliss.
Named for the copious amounts
of kelp in the lineup that “hooks”
around skags and booties, this
nice little point break also has a
lot of surfers that are “hooked” on
the spot. Nevertheless, it’s got a
right-facing wave that, if you can
maneuver around the flock, is to
die for.
This place is generally crowded
with everyone from groms to
experts, longboarders to ultra
thin-glassed rippers. Practice, as
always, common courtesy and you
should be all right in the outer, best
breaks.
A potent combination of a beach
and reef break, Scott’s dishes out
about every challenge a surfer can
handle. From long paddles and
strong currents and rips to sharky
waters and unpredictable peaks,
Scott’s isn’t for the faint of heart—
or arms. But when it goes off, it’s
heaven on water. Breaks best with
a powerful north swell.
Primo reef break that is usually
uncrowded, especially during
weekdays. Named after the number of miles after Swift Street, it
cops a great right line, particularly
during a winter northwest swell.
Cowell’s
Manresa is a mélange of peaks,
valleys and sandbars. But a lot of
the time the place is epic, breaking
left and right and all over the place.
Expect a long, grueling paddle
during the wintertime to the outside and nil to none summertime
surf—unless there’s a south swell.
Capitola Jetty
The bunny slope of surfing gets its
fair share of beginners, but it also
has nice sloping waves that
go on forever. Easy access and
easy attitudes.
Four Mile
Here, locals tend to stare hard and
long at newcomers. Because of its
bluff-protected location, Four Mile
isn’t affected (as much) by the
afternoon summer winds as most
spots on the North Coast. Reaches
its full potential during west, northwest 10-foot and above swells.
Manresa/La Selva
Private
Longboard paradise. Clean
right-facing lines peel off and make
for a great ride that will take you
all the way into the break known
as Trees and into the Capitola
Wharf. Well not quite, but the ride
is long and the waves are gentle.
Easygoing, without all the softboard hassles of Cowell’s to spoil
your wave.
Natural Bridges
When the conditions are just right,
like an 8-foot west swell, this spot
has the best tube rides available.
It’s a speedy right that peaks over
an outer reef and peels toward the
beach.
BEACHES
Capitola Beach
in Capitola
New Brighton State
Beach in Capitola
Sunset State Beach
in Watsonville
475-6522—kayaking,
family, volleyball.
464-6330—camping.
763-7063—camping/campfires,
sunsets.
Davenport Beach
in Davenport
454-7956—whale watching,
tide pools, windsurfing.
Main Beach/Cowell
Beach in Santa Cruz
420-5270—surfing,
volleyball, family.
Palm State Beach
in Watsonville
763-7062—running/walking.
Rio Del Mar Beach in
Aptos
685-6500—campfires.
Seabright Beach in
Santa Cruz
Manresa State Beach
in La Selva
Natural Bridges State
Beach in Santa Cruz
423-4609—family.
Seacliff State Beach
in Aptos
685-6442—fishing, family,
picnicking.
Waddell Creek/Rancho
Del Oso State Beach
427-2288—windsurfing,
kite boarding.
Steamer Lane
Perhaps the most classic break
in the world, Steamer Lane more
than lives up to its reputation.
With four reef breaks rolled into
one spot—The Point, Middle Peak,
The Slot and Indicators—the Lane
has it all, including ogling tourists.
There’s even a surfing museum in
the nearby lighthouse.
PHOTO: ADAM WAYLAND
HIKING
TRAILS
Five Finger Falls,
Forest of Nisene
Marks State Park
In the winter and spring, hike
up to one of two prominent
waterfalls located in the Forest
of Nisene Marks State Park.
It’s a nice, long day hike with
gorgeous views.
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Pogonip
This short hike is easy to get
to and winds up to the old
Casa del Rey Golf & Country
Clubhouse—featured in The
Lost Boys movie—which sits
on an abandoned golf course
that overlooks Santa Cruz.
Check out the tennis courts
which have been reclaimed by
nature over the years.
Observation Deck
Loop Hike, Henry
Cowell Redwoods
State Park
This loop hike, starting from
Redwood Grove, takes you to
the trails along the San Lorenzo
River and Eagle Creek. Then
you can hike up to the observation deck near the campground
on the other side of the park
and back. Most of the trail is
shaded, so you can relax under
the giant redwoods.
Wilder Ridge Loop
Trail, Wilder Ranch
State Park
Skyline to the Sea
Trail, Castle Rock
State Park
Expansive ocean views and
rolling hills characterize this
7.7-mile partial loop trail. It’s
moderately easy to walk, with
more shade than sun. Cyclists
also love this one, so keep an
eye out.
This three-day hike showcases the best of the Santa Cruz
Mountains. Not for the faint
of heart, the 30-plus-mile
hike begins in Castle Rock
State Park and winds through
Big Basin State Park—where
you’ll pass the impressive
Berry Creek Falls—and ends
at Waddell Beach.
MUSIC
VENUES
The Blue Lagoon
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drink specials, The Blue is
infamous for its low-priced,
epic punk and metal shows.
Also check out live comedy
on Thursday nights. 923
Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz,
423-7117.
thebluelagoon.com.
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Music Gear Headquarters
New & Used. Buy, Sell, Trade, Consign
3939 Stevens Creek
Blvd Santa Clara
(408)
554-9041
1400 Ocean St.
Santa Cruz
426-1975
2474 Shattuck Ave.
Berkeley
(510)
841-2648
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The place is a local
landmark and longtime
host of both internationally renowned artists and
homegrown upstarts alike.
The Atrium (the front room
stage) is a highlight, in
addition to the bars and
large upstairs pool lounge.
1011 Pacific Ave.,
catalystclub.com.
The Crepe Place
With doors often overflowing, this is the locale to find
touring up-and-coming
indie bands. Doubling as a
restaurant and a venue, The
Crepe houses an eclectic
blend of concerts in a comfortable, intimate setting.
1134 Soquel Ave.,
thecrepeplace.com.
Don Quixote’s
Felton’s favorite stop for
country, rock, world music
and folk legends, Don Quixote’s is a gem just outside of
town. Mexican dining and a
separate bar complete the
venue. 6275 Hwy 9, Felton,
603-2294.
donquixotesmusic.info.
Kuumbwa Jazz
The nonprofit Kuumbwa
(pronounced koo-um-ba)
attracts legendary jazz
icons in addition to world
and local music. 320-2
Cedar St., Santa Cruz,
427-2227. kuumbwajazz.
org.
Moe’s Alley
STORES
Logos
Two floors of used books and
records make for a success
story that started in 1969 and
a treasure trove of hidden rarities, overlooked classics and
practical buying and selling
opportunities. 1117 Pacific Ave.,
logosbooksrecords.com.
Metavinyl
Listen before you buy, and
browse through a decent
selection of new and used
vinyl. They repair, sell and
buy players as well. 320
Cedar St., Santa Cruz, 4669027. metavinyl.com.
Out-of-the-way and
possessing a dependably
diverse and talented line-up
each week with blues, funk
and Afro-Latin beats often
stirring up the dance floor.
A great bar, heated patio
and music attract all age
groups. 1535 Commercial
Way, Santa Cruz, 479-1854.
moesalley.com.
Streetlight Records
The Rio Theatre
The Krate
This classy and streamlined
setting draws big names of
all genres from around the
world. It offers a dance floor
as well as plush, comfortable seating. 1205 Soquel
Ave., Santa Cruz, 423-8209.
riotheatre.com.
Streetlight houses a solid
selection of used records,
CDs, DVDs, cassettes, and
new versions of the same.
Buys, sells, and offers
teacher discounts. Keep an
ear out for live in-stores.
939 Pacific Ave., Santa
Cruz, 421-9200.
streetlightrecords.com.
Record players and old
school boomboxes sit side
by side with fresh urban
attire at this indie locale that
boasts crates of 45s to take
for a spin. 1101 Pacific Ave.,
Ste. Z, Santa Cruz,
466-3865. thekrate.com.
GOOD
HEALTH
OPTOMETRISTS
FEMALE NEEDS
Eye Q Optometry
Aptos Women’s
Health Medical
1101 Pacific Ave., Ste. E,
InSight
Eyecare Center
3275 Aptos Rancho Road #E, Aptos,
688-8266. aptoswomenshealth.com.
Planned Parenthood
255-D Mt. Hermon Road, Bldg. #2121,
Scotts Valley, 438-5526;
41st Ave., Ste. 108, Capitola,
476-7744. insighteyecarecenter.com.
1119 Pacific Ave. #200,
Plaza Lane Optometry
1537 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, 429-2020
250 Locust St., Santa Cruz, 427-3500.
scwomenshealth.org.
ALTERNATIVE
PHYSICIANS
Five Branches
University
Doctors on Duty
Medical Clinics
200 7th Ave., Santa Cruz,
476-8211. fivebranches.edu.
615 Ocean St., Santa Cruz, 425-7991; 6800
Soquel Drive, Aptos, 662-3611;
1505 Main St., Watsonville, 722-1444.
doctorsonduty.com.
Healing Waves
Santa Cruz
Women’s Health Center
303 Potrero St. #16,
healingwaves.net.
Dominican Hospital
Santa Cruz Integrative
Medicine & Chi Center
Palo Alto Medical Foundation
21511B East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz,
465-9088.
santacruzintegrativemedicine.net.
Well Being Center
5905 Soquel Drive, Ste. 150, Soquel,
475-2448. wellbeingcenter.org.
Eating Disorder
Treatment Center
The Lotus Collaborative
701 Mission St., Santa Cruz,
600-7103. thelotuscollaborative.com.
1555 Soquel Drive, Santa Cruz.
dominicanmedical.org.
(Urgent and primary care)
1301 Mission St., Santa Cruz, 458-6300,
pamf.org/westside;
2025 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, 423-4111.
pamf.org/scmain.
More locations at pamf.org.
Santa Cruz County
Health Services
1080 Emeline Ave.
santacruzhealth.org.
These local
portals will
make you feel
empowered
DO IT
YOURSELF
The Bike Church
Cruzioworks
Hart’s Fabric
Santa Cruz Rehearsal Studios
This nonprofit tool co-op offers affordable
classes, parts and service. Whether you’re
a veteran bike rider or still have training
wheels, The Bike Church is all about supporting and sustaining the bike community.
703 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, 425-2453.
bikechurch.santacruzhub.org.
A coworking community of entrepreneurs,
telecommuters and consultants, sitting on
100 Mbps of WiFi Internet in the heart of
downtown. 877 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz,
459-6301. cruzio.com
Hart’s Fabrics has the best selection of
fabrics from Monterey to Santa Cruz, but
Hart’s doesn’t stop there. They cater to the
DIY crowd, with classes, sewing and crafting
notions, quilting cottons, eco felt, drapery
hardware, home decor fabrics and other
crafty items. 1620 Seabright Ave., Santa
Cruz, 423-5434, hartsfabric.com
SCRS is an affordable place where you can
be amplified, practice with your band and
jam hard without the fear of being evicted.
Outfitted with four streamlined rooms,
each complete with a PA and mics, this is
a musician’s dream. 118 Coral St., Santa
Cruz, 425-7277.
santacruzrehearsalstudios.com.
Community Television of
Santa Cruz County
Become a member of CTV, take some
classes—anything from camera work to
working behind the scenes with editing—
and you’ll bask in a great deal of learning.
communitytv.org.
The Computer Kitchen
The Computer Kitchen offers affordable
technology-related education opportunities
and even a computer “thrift store” where
you can find useful parts. 703 Pacific Ave.,
406-1394. computerkitchen.org.
The Fabrica
Share your craft skills or learn new ones in
the comfortable setting of this workshop.
Open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
703 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz.
thefabrica.wordpress.com.
Free Radio 101.1 FM
On a crusade to preserve free speech and
good jams—while dodging the FCC—Free
Radio encourages everyone to join the
movement. Become a DJ and host your own
show, or be a correspondent.
freakradio.org.
Free Skool Santa Cruz
FSSC is truly a free school of thinkers and
learners. Classes may be held anywhere
from the park to the beach. Whether you
are interested in learning about lichen, foraging or music theory, there is something
for everyone. santacruz.freeskool.org.
Santa Cruz Fruit Tree Project
SubRosa Anarchist Café
A grassroots nonprofit organization with its
sights set on a sustainable future—starting
now. Through community fruit harvests
and DIY workshops, neighbors become connected and learn new skills over delicious
would-have-rotted fruit.
703 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, 425-0667,
fruitcruz.org.
A nonprofit, volunteer-run establishment,
SubRosa is home to weekly open mics,
hosts craft days and even has an anarchist
library; a free-thought-promoting environment that’s open to all. 703 Pacific Ave.,
Santa Cruz, 426-5242. subrosaproject.org.
Santa Cruz Indymedia
This site reports on the local less-covered
news, providing its readers with an alternative view and sometimes opinion of the
underground scene. There are also updates
on DIY events and forums in the area.
indybay.org/santacruz.
NextSpace
This modern workspace, which melds
community and self-employment, supports
freelancers, entrepreneurs and creative
class professionals, giving them a place to
work in solidarity alongside each other.
101 Cooper St., Santa Cruz.
420-0710. nextspace.us.
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The Abbey
Tasty coffee and tea,
munchies, free Wi-Fi, a bunch
of power outlets, plus comfy
couches and chairs.
3
429
429-1058. abbeylounge.org.
Coffeetopia
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Italian-style espressos, and
PC workstations with USB
connections and printers.
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Drive
Drive, Santa Cruz, 477-1940;
1443 Capitola Road, Capitola,
476476-5488. coffeetopia.com.
Lulu Carpenter’s
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Table for studying, coffee,
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sandwiches and baked goods—
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but no
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Pacific
ifi Ave., Santa Cruz,
439
439-2000.
Peoples Coffee
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Yum drinks and munchies,
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ample space to study, but be
prepared for loud music.
prep
1212 17th Ave., Santa Cruz.
464-1739. peoplescoffee.net.
464-
Caffe Pergolesi
Caf
Coffe tea, plenty of tables inCoffee,
side and outside, and low noise
level. Great place to study with
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free Wi-Fi,
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then reward yourself
with a beer or glass of wine.
418 C
Cedar St., Santa Cruz,
426-1775. theperg.com.
426-
The Ugly Mug
Logos
Felix Kulpa
Numerous tables to study
at, delicious coffee and tea,
sandwiches, with vegan and
vegetarian options. 4640
Soquel Drive, Soquel, 477-1341.
cafeugly.com.
Recognized as Santa Cruz’s
leading buyer and seller of
used, collectible and rare books
and music. Peruse the shelves
of their two-story store in the
downtown area. 1117 Pacific
A precious gem amongst
local galleries, the Felix is
an avant-garde spot, and is
always full of interesting and
mind-bending art forms and
artists. 107 Elm St., Santa Cruz.
(408) 373-2854 felixkulpa.com.
The White Raven
A few tables, free Wi-Fi, locally made
pastries, gourmet teas, and coffee
drinks. 6253 Hwy 9, Felton, 3353611. awhiteraven.com.
BOOKSTORES
Baytree Bookstore
Find all of your textbooks,
university merchandise, study
materials and more. 1156
High St., UCSC, Santa Cruz,
459-4544.
Bookshop Santa Cruz
There are thousands of book
titles to choose from at this
popular store and some amazing guest speakers are mixed
into its events roster. Added
plus: it’s locally owned, and has
been for decades. 1520 Pacific
bookshopsantacruz.com.
Literary Guillotine
It may be a hole in the wall, but
Literary Guillotine is a great place
to find those rare and out-of-print
scholarly books. LG also sells
UCSC textbooks. 204 Locust St.,
Santa Cruz, 457-1195. literaryguillotine.com.
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GALLERIES
Cabrillo Gallery
Featuring six unique exhibitions
annually, the Cabrillo Gallery is
the largest college art gallery
on the Central Coast. 6500
Soquel Drive, Aptos, 479-6308.
cabrillo.edu/services/artgallery/index.html.
Santa Cruz Art League
Characterized by quirky exhibitions, myriad classes and a
dedication to preserving the arts
in Santa Cruz, there’s always
something going on at this art
enclave. 526 Broadway, Santa
Cruz, 426-5787. scal.org.
First Friday
During First Friday Santa Cruz,
participants go on an evening
walking tour through venues
which have offered up space for
local art to be displayed. Live
music and snacks provided in
various locations. Santa Cruz.
firstfridaysantacruz.com.
The Mary Porter Sesnon Art
Gallery at UCSC features mixed
media works by both local and
national artists. 1156 High St.,
Santa Cruz, 459-3606. art.ucsc.
edu/galleries/sesnon/info.
Tannery Arts Center
This innovative environment
is not just a gallery, it’s a livework space where artists can
afford to thrive. 1050 River St.,
Santa Cruz. 621-6226. tanneryartscenter.org.
Santa Cruz Museum
of Art & History
The MAH will soon become the
art student’s best friend with its
rotating and interactive collections and fun events. 705 Front
St., Santa Cruz, 429-1964.
santacruzmah.org.
17th Avenue Studios
This collective features more
than 40 artists, whose work
encapsulates Santa Cruz at its
best. 980 17th Ave., Santa Cruz.
17thavenuestudios.org.
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Henry J. Mello Center
One of South County’s finest arts hubs.
The lavish setting has balcony seating, a
luxurious stage and more.
215 East Beach St., Watsonville,
763-4047. mellocenter.com.
Jewel Theatre
The only year-round professional theatre
company in the county. From drama
and musicals to comedy and classics,
Jewel is independent theater at its best.
1001 Center St., Santa Cruz, 425-7506.
jeweltheatre.net.
THEATER
Art League Broadway
Playhouse
It boasts an impressive art gallery as
well as a small theater, and over the past
few years it’s rocked audiences with
thought-provoking shows from Pisces
Moon Productions and The Monterey Bay
Repertory Theatre Company.
526 Broadway, Santa Cruz,
429-2339. scal.org.
Cabrillo Stage
The company wins points for its professional acting posse, live orchestra and
production staffs. From Hairspray to A
Chorus Line, this company pulls out all
the stops. Crocker Theater, 6500 Soquel
Dr., Aptos, 479-6154. cabrillostage.com.
production at the festival in January, and
eight runners-up will receive a spot in the
annual “Best of the Rest Fest.” 335-4409.
sccat.org.
Santa Cruz Shakespeare
When Shakespeare Santa Cruz closed
down last year, after 32 years, the
community came together to fund Santa
Cruz Shakespeare—and the shows must,
and do, go on. santacruzshakepeare.org.
MOVIES
Aptos Cinemas
Louden Nelson
Community Center
The famed local center often attracts
diverse offerings on the theater front, but
take note of its other activities—everything from seniors yoga to dance.
The hallway doubles as an art gallery.
301 Center St., Santa Cruz, 420-6177.
Mountain Community
Theatre
A wide range of shows—from RENT to The
Pirates of Penzance—makes this local
company stand out. 9370 Mill St., Ben
Lomond, 336-4777. mctshows.org.
Santa Cruz Actors Theatre
This local company is best known for its
annual “8 Tens @ Eight” theater festival,
in which playwrights submit original,
unpublished 10-minute plays. The eight
winning plays receive a fully staged
Eclectic films are shown in a family
environment. Located in the Rancho Del
Mar Shopping Center. 122 Rancho Del
Mar, Aptos, 688-6541.
CineLux 41st Avenue
Cinemas
Mainstream flicks unfold in this newly remodeled theater. 1475 41st Ave., Capitola,
479-3504.
CineLux Scotts Valley
Cinemas
Catch the latest at this modernized theater. Or pay an extra $8 and watch from
the D-BOX seats, which let you feel the
action. 226 Mount Hermon Road, Scotts
Valley, 438-3260.
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Del Mar Theatre
A classic movie house that offers both
indie films and releases from major
studios. Keep an eye out for its Midnight
Movie series. 1124 Pacific Ave., Santa
Cruz, 426-7500.
Green Valley Cinemas
This cineplex serves up Hollywood hits.
1125 South Green Valley Road,
Watsonville, 761-8200.
Riverfront Twin Cinemas
As a sister theater to Cinema 9, the two
companies work hand in hand to show
off Hollywood’s latest and greatest. 155
South River St., Santa Cruz, 429-7252.
Santa Cruz Cinema 9
This cineplex is the largest in the county,
boasting many screens, a whole bunch of
blockbuster flicks, and a full concessions
stand. 1405 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz,
457-3505.
Nickelodeon Theatre
At The Nick you’ll find indie movies,
foreign language flicks, and Sundance
winners. 210 Lincoln St., Santa Cruz,
426-7500.
FAITH/SPIRITUALITY
evening, and Ordinary Recovery meets on
Friday nights. 115 School St., Santa Cruz,
457-0206. sczc.org.
NEW AGE/
OMNI-FAITHS/
EASTERN
CHRISTIANITY
Innerlight Ministries
Holy Cross Catholic Church
Innerlight is an omni-faith portal. With Rev.
Deborah Johnson at the helm, the vibes are
good here and the lessons deep.
5630 Soquel Drive, Soquel, 465-9090.
innerlightministries.com.
It’s that beautiful church up on the hill when
you drive into town. For mass, Holy Cross
provides a serene setting for prayer and reflection. 126 High St., Santa Cruz, 423-4182.
holycrosssantacruz.com.
Land of Medicine Buddha
Twin Lakes Church
Buddhists or those who are searching for
the transcendent meaning of life can aspire
to personal enlightenment here. Devoted
to helping people maintain a healthy mind/
body balance through Buddhism classes,
meditation, yoga and experiencing nature,
Land of Medicine Buddha hosts annual festivals, meditation retreats, and visiting monks.
5800 Prescott Road, Soquel, 462-8383.
landofmedicinebuddha.org.
Probably the area’s largest church, Twin
Lakes is non-denominational with a bounty
of offerings to get involved in.
2701 Cabrillo College Drive, Aptos,
465-3300. tlc.org.
Santa Cruz Zen Center
Meditation is available three times daily,
Monday-Friday, and once daily on weekends
at Santa Cruz Zen Center. A lecture on general Buddhism is offered each Wednesday
Santa Cruz Bible Church
SCBC is a non-denominational church with
loads of Bible studies and groups for all ages.
440 Frederick St., Santa Cruz,
429-1162. santacruzbible.org.
Shrine of St. Joseph
11 a.m. mass. There’s also an art exhibit,
bookstore, and an inspiring location.
544 W Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, 471-0442.
Vintage Faith Church
Rock and roll at this church, where the pastor is cooler than cool and your stereotypes
about Christianity will be crushed.
423-8770. vintagechurch.org.
Westside Community Church
Connecting people with God, family, church,
and community. 10 a.m. Sundays at Bay
View Elementary School.
1231 Bay St., Santa Cruz. 419-0149.wscsantacruz.com.
PAGAN/OCCULT
Serpent’s Kiss
Serpent’s Kiss offers everything from
witchcraft supplies to psychic readings.
serpents-kiss.com.
JUDAISM
Santa Cruz Hillel
Santa Cruz Hillel offers resources to Jewish
college students. Activities and outreach
available. 222 Cardiff Place, Santa Cruz,
426-3332. santacruzhillel.org.
Chabad by the Sea
Run by Rabbi Yochanan Friedman and his
wife, Bailly, the Chabad offers a synagogue
and many social and religious activities.
151 Estates Drive, Santa Cruz,
454-0101. chabadbythesea.com.
Temple Beth El
Known for its focus on Reform Judaism,
Temple Beth El is a popular spot. Visit the
synagogue, partake in the activities, browse
the gift shop. 3055 Porter Gulch Road,
Aptos, 479-3444. tbeaptos.org.
The Sacred Grove
Metaphysical Bookstore &
Pagan Community
Sacred Grove offers classes in witchcraft,
herb use and nature-based spirituality.
sacredgrovesantacruz.com.
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The Abbey
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Since it stormed onto the scene a few years
ago, it’s become quite the entertaining
coffee venue. Beyond java, there’s often
live entertainment. 350 Mission St., Santa
Cruz. abbeylounge.org.
Cafe Bene
This popular downtown spot attracts locals
and more. Friendly staff and some seriously
good coffee blends. 1101 Cedar St., Santa
Cruz, 425-0441.
Café Delmarette
Located next to the Del Mar Theatre, this
sweet cafe offers some of the freshest
organic foods around. You can find a variety
of coffee drinks, creative sandwiches, and a
wide array of other culinary treats, including
irresistible scones. 1126 Pacific Ave., Santa
Cruz, 420-1025.
Caffe Pergolesi
The Perg is the ultimate student hangout,
with free Wi-Fi, cool music, and funky rooms
to study in. You’ll also dig the great java
drinks and food they serve. Try the Earl Grey
Iced Tea. 418 Cedar St., Santa Cruz,
426-1775. theperg.com.
Coffee Cat
With a roaster on-site, Coffee Cat peddles
its own brews, always featuring a light, dark
and organic roast. Food options range from
decadent pastries to sandwiches and salads.
Everything is organic and local.
255 Mount Hermon Road, #A,
Scotts Valley, 439-0700.
Coffeetopia
Lulu Carpenter’s
Coffeetopia is a coffee lover’s paradise, specializing in Italian-style espresso preparation.
The bountiful selection of beverages also
includes the likes of chai tea, yerba matte,
Italian sodas and smoothies. Free wireless,
Kelly’s French Bakery pastries, and The
Bagelry bagels are icing on the cake.
425-6583. coffeetopia.com.
This popular coffee house boasts friendly
service and a slew of fresh culinary treats—
salads, sandwiches, desserts and more. Great
attention to coffee drinks and specialty teas
are a plus. 1545 Pacific Ave., 439-200.
Lulu’s at the Octagon: 118 Cooper St., Santa
Cruz, 429-5858.
Firefly Coffee House
From its homemade pastries to its unique
coffee drinks, this lower Pacific Avenue portal
has become a fascinating new java hot spot.
Check out their coffee deals for students.
131 Front St., Santa Cruz, 713-5799.
Hidden Peak Teahouse
Mr. Toots
Set in an upstairs loft overlooking the beach
at the Capitola Esplanade, this little gem
has great java drinks and some exceptional
cheesecake.
231 Esplanade, Ste. 100, Capitola,
475-3679, tootscoffee.com.
Santa Cruz Coffee
Roasting Company
This funky haven features a slew of teapots
and other tea paraphernalia, plus a fine selection of premium teas, from pu-erh and green
to herbal blends. A perfect spot to sit and talk
with friends over tea and snacks.
1541 Pacific Ave. #C, Santa Cruz,
423-4200. hiddenpeakteahouse.com.
A commitment to locals and a passion for fair
trade, SCRC is a winner. Great local entertainment, too. 1330 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz,
459-0100; 19 Rancho Del Mar Shopping
Center, Aptos, 685-0100. santacruzcoffee.
com.
Java Junction
The attitude is good, the vibe high, and the
assortment of brews pretty darn memorable.
Try the Hang Ten Breeze coffee blend.
6006 La Madrona Drive, #A, Scotts Valley,
430-9112; 9105 Soquel Drive, Aptos, 6842750.
With an extensive specialty coffee menu,
smoothies and snacks, and an ocean view to
boot, you can’t go wrong at Java Junction’s
Seabright location. And if you’re on the other
side of town, there’s a location on River
Street—a great place to chill after a hike at
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park.
580-A River St., Santa Cruz, 426-2128; 519
Seabright Ave., Santa Cruz, 423-5282.
javajunctioncoffee.com.
Surf City Coffee
The Ugly Mug
From the quirky art expositions to the
careworn hodgepodge of furniture, The Ugly
Mug has character written all over it. Free
wireless (or rentable computers) and yummy
study snacks. 4640 Soquel Drive, Soquel,
477-1341. cafeugly.com.
BREAKFAST
Verve
Award-winning baristas, some of the best
coffee in town, and an über friendly staff
make Verve is a java drinker’s delight. Its
modern design and tasty menu has the shop
swelling at all hours. They roast their own.
816 41st Ave., Santa Cruz, 475-7776; 104
Bronson St., Santa Cruz; 1540 Pacific Ave.,
vervecoffeeroasters.com.
Café Brasil
Specializing in South American cuisine,
here’s a place to dine if you want a healthy
and exotic breakfast or lunch, for a price under $10. The options are too extensive to list,
so just know you can’t go wrong. Take note:
Offers a biker discount of 5 percent
off everything.
429-1855. cafebrasil.us.
Chill Out Café
For the best breakfast burritos—there are
20 to choose from—and sandwiches, salads,
coffee and smoothies, make sure to stop in at
Chill Out Café, where the service is quick and
the wall art is always changing.
860 41st Ave., Capitola, 477-0543.
The Crepe Place
The beloved Crepe Place has been serving up
delectable crepes since 1973. Since then, the
menu has expanded, but crepes are still the
main attraction. Outlandish décor, an outdoor
garden, diverse bar offerings, and live music
make this place stand out. 1134 Soquel Ave.,
Santa Cruz, 429-6994. thecrepeplace.com.
Rockys Café
The breakfasts here are amazing and the portions are huge. Order the banana or blueberry
pancakes and you’ll become an immediate
fan. 6560 Hwy 9, Felton, 335-4637.
Zachary’s
The omelets are impressive, but everything
on the menu is dynamic—and bountiful. Salads are fresh, and the variety of sandwiches
is noteworthy. Try the Mike’s Mess.
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Golden City Chinese
Large portions, student-friendly prices, and
family recipes make Golden City Chinese
stand out. 1230 Mission St., Santa Cruz,
423-0688. goldencityfood.com.
Mobo Sushi
A variety of creative sushi and Japanese
food made by master chefs. 105 River St.,
O’Mei Chinese Restaurant
Upper Crust
Enjoy Sicilian square pizza, muffaletta
sandwiches and more within a casual
atmosphere on the Westside. Ever since
their doors opened in 1979, owners Joe and
Sharon Carollo have shared their family
recipes with Santa Cruz. Order dine-in, pickup or delivery. 2415 Mission St.,
PIZZA
Bantam
With an open stove burning almond
wood at close to 1,000 degrees, Bantam
pizzas cook fast, searing the outside into
a flavorful crunch, while leaving the inside
perfectly chewy. The mix of textures, fresh
veggies and high-grade local meats, plus
the laidback atmosphere, all make Bantam
the place to be. 1010 Fair Ave., Santa Cruz,
420-0101.
Mangiamo Pizza & Wine Bar
Woodstock’s Pizza
Great variety of pizza, sandwiches and
salads. Try the Tropical Chicken Pizza, which
comes with barbecue sauce, pineapple
and jalapeños. 745 Rio Del Mar Blvd., #45,
Aptos, 688-1477. mangiamopizza.com.
Try the “All-Meat Orgy,” the “Garlic Bird” and
the “Kauai Pie.” Great variety, stellar flavors,
and a whole wheat crust option. Delivery.
710 Front St., Santa Cruz, 427-4444.
woodstockscruz.com.
Pizza My Heart
Surf themes make for a stellar vibe and the
pizza is delicious. Great combo packages,
by-the-slice options, and salads. 1116 Pacific
Ave., #B, Santa Cruz, 426-2511; 209 Esplanade, Capitola, 475-5714; 2180 41st Ave.,
Capitola, 475-6000. pizzamyheart.com.
Engfer Pizza Works
Pleasure Pizza
This hotspot offers built-to-suit toppings,
including avant-garde arrangements like
broccoli and pesto. Plus, there is an extensive beer and wine selection.
537 Seabright Ave., Santa Cruz,
429-1856. engferpizzaworks.com.
Head here on Tuesdays for $1 cheese slices
or half-off wings on Wednesdays. Pleasure
Pizza is a welcome respite for both the
wallet and the gullet. The slices are huge, the
crust is chewy, and the shrimp and pesto
pizza is delicious. 4000 Portola Drive, Santa
Cruz, 475-4999. pleasurepizzasc.com.
Joe’s Pizza and Subs
A fine array of pizzas and gourmet sandwiches—from falafel items to burgers, and
more. Note: the UCSC location is the only
place to buy beer on campus (Happy Hour is
all day Friday.) 841 N. Branciforte Ave., and
joespizzaandsubs.net.
Kianti’s Pizza and Pasta Bar
Unique brands of pizza, pasta and salads,
plus great wines, cocktails and beer. 1100
Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, 469-4400. For a
quick bite, visit A Slice of Kianti’s near the
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.46 Front St.,
Santa Cruz,469-4421. kiantis.com.
ASIAN
Reasonably priced Thai food with a local
sensibility, including excellent bubble teas
and take-out. 1319 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz,
420-1700. pacificthaisantacruz.net.
Real Thai Kitchen
Authentic Thai food in a charming small
restaurant. Visit any weekday for the $8.95
lunch buffet. 1632 Seabright Ave.,
Akira
Filling curries and noodle dishes with all the
traditional favorites and Thai beverages.
1218 Mission St., Santa Cruz, 425-1020.
Here you’ll find flavorful rolls, featuring
fresh-caught seafood and local produce.
Vegan and vegetarian friendly. 1222 Soquel
akirasantacruz.com.
Sawasdee Thai Cuisine
Canton Restaurant
Shogun Japanese Restaurant
Known for its casual, contemporary atmosphere, full bar, and fresh ingredients. No
MSG. Vegetarian friendly.
900 41st Ave., Santa Cruz,
475-8751. cantonsantacruz.com.
Shogun offers a variety of scrumptious
sushi, plus lunch and dinner boxes.
Charlie Hong Kong
Locally sourced, organic ingredients fill the
menu of this family-owned restaurant. Enjoy
their pizza, pasta, salad, and beer and wine
selection. 6205 Hwy 9, Felton, 335-1500.
Open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily, this culinary gem specializes in “organic Asian street
food” at an affordable price. Think organic
veggies and savory meats. Vegan friendly.
charliehongkong.com.
Handcrafted pizzas right across from Main
Beach. Stunning views, 10 beers on tap and
a full bar. 303 Beach St., Santa Cruz,
600-8900. southbeachpizzaco.com.
Pacific Thai
Sabieng Thai Cuisine
Redwood Pizzeria
South Beach Pizza Co.
O’Mei’s food is fresh and well prepared,
though it can be pricey. But for Chinese food
connoisseurs, it’s the real deal.
2316 Mission St., Santa Cruz, 425-8458.
Geisha
Geisha sticks to the Seafood Watch and
FishWise programs to ensure the environmental sustainability of its fish selections,
and uses local ingredients when possible.
200 Monterey Ave., Capitola, 464-3328.
An extensive menu of creative Thai dishes.
5050 Soquel Drive, Soquel, 462-5051. 101
Main St., Santa Cruz, 466-9009. sawasdeesoquel.com.
Sushi Garden
Big portions of traditional nigiri, plus a sweet
outdoor garden. 820 Bay Ave., Capitola,
464-9192; 1441 Main St., Watsonville, 7289192. sushi-garden.com.
Takara Japanese Restaurant
Takara scores straight A’s in its sushi offerings and specialty dishes. 3775 Capitola
Road, Capitola, 464-1818.
Thai House Good food at reasonable prices, served within a welcoming
atmosphere. Try the fine array of soups. 353
Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, 458-3546.
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GREEK
The Greek
Festive and fun. The extensive and
affordable menu is impressive—a
haven for students. 435 Front St.,
Vasili’s
This Westside eatery is always bursting at the seams with UCSC students
chowing down on its delectable Mediterranean fare. Think kebabs, gyros,
pita bread, and more. 1501 Mission
St., Ste. A, Santa Cruz. 458-9808.
vasilisgreekrestaurant.com.
ETHNIC
Malabar Café
Malabar has perfected the art of
vegetarian Sri Lankan cooking. Great
ambiance, even better food. Reasonable prices, generous portions. 514
Front St., Santa Cruz, 458-3023.
Falafel House
Tasty gyros, shawarma, baba
ghanoush, and more (at great prices)
await. 113 Walnut Ave., Santa Cruz,
459-9770. falafelhousesantacruz.
com.
Laili
Mediterranean dishes with an Afghan
influence. Once you step into Laili’s
striking atmosphere with its enclosed
garden patio and beautiful dining
room, you’ll know you’ve found the
right spot. 101 Cooper St., Santa
Cruz, 423-4545. lailirestaurant.com.
Pearl of the Ocean
Award-winning Chef Ayoma Wilen
shares her healthy, local and organic
food and uses her knowledge of
Ayurvedic cooking to create delicious
Sri Lankan vegan/vegetarian dishes.
There is at least one chicken dish for
those who gotta have it. 736 Water
St., Santa Cruz, 457-2350, pearloftheocean.net.
IRISH
Rosie McCann’s A truly original
Irish pub, Rosie’s offers traditional
pub fare such as beer, bangers, and
shepherd’s pie. Live music, too. 1220
Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, 426-9930.
rosiemccanns.com.
SOUTHERN
Louie’s Cajun Kitchen
& Bourbon Bar
It’s Mardis Gras every day at this
lively spot, with more than 35 American bourbons and whiskeys, and
Southern-inspired dishes in generous
portions. 110 Church St., Santa Cruz,
429-2000. louiescajunkitchen.com.
BBQ
Mission St. BBQ This
mouth-watering barbecue joint is the
sister restaurant to the award-winning Aptos St. BBQ. Known for large
portions and finger-licking good barbecue. Live music every Wednesday
and Friday nights. 1618 Mission St.,
MEXICAN
AMERICAN
Aquarius at the
Dream Inn
Aquarius specializes in American
bistro cuisine, featuring sustainable seafood, local organic produce and an impressive selection
of local wines. Great ocean views.
Pricey but worth it. 175 West Cliff
Drive, Santa Cruz, 426-4330.
dreaminnsantacruz.com.
El Jardín
burger.
El Jardín specializes in authentic
Mexican cuisine made with locally
grown and fresh ingredients. Note the
full bar and happy hour every day. 655
Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, 477-9384.
295-5987. eljardinrestaurant.net.
Hungry for a grass-fed beef burger served by an eco-conscious
kitchen? Visit burger. to sate
your meaty desire. Then wash it
down with something from their
extensive beer selection. Enjoy a
super thick shake. 1520 Mission
El Palomar
El Palomar has amazing lunch and
dinner specials. Ample servings and
variety. Be sure to check out the taco
bar, or dine in style in the grand dining
room. Check out happy hour from
3-6 p.m. Monday-Friday. 1336 Pacific
Ave., Santa Cruz, 425-7575. elpalomarcilantros.com.
Margaritaville
Margaritaville’s got it all: delicious
food, fabulous atmosphere, live music,
great drinks, and a stunning view.
231 Esplanade #101, Capitola, 4762263. margaritavillecapitola.com.
Planet Fresh Gourmet
Burritos
Fast, festive and filling with many
organic ingredients and
nd healthful options. The Pacific Rim burrito is a local
favorite, as well as the Thai Chicken
burrito. 1003
3 Cedar St., Santa Cruz,
423-9799.
Taqueria Vallarta
The fish tacos and the chips here are
terrific. 1101 Pacific
acific Ave. #A,
1-2655.
taqueriavallartarestaurant.com.
arestaurant.com.
Maya
Authentic Mexican
an cuisine made fresh
to order. Feeling adventurous?
dventurous? Sample
their extensive tequila
quila selection—over
75 varieties! 3115 Scotts Valley Drive,
7004.
Manuel’s
Leonardo Santana, son of Manuel
Santana, shares his father’s
ather’s original
recipes and passion for
or Mexican
cuisine. Consider calling
ng ahead for
dinner reservations—this
his spot is
popular. Open late. 2611 Center Ave
Ave.,
vee.,
ve.
Aptos, 688-4848.
Café Rio
This restaurant on the beach is
a great date night spot with romantic views, delectable seafood
and filet mignon. 131 Esplanade,
Aptos, 688-8917.
caferioaptos.com.
The Crow’s Nest
This ocean-view restaurant offers
fresh seafood, steaks, chicken
and stellar appetizers and
desserts. The live entertainment
is spot on. 2218 East Cliff Drive,
Santa Cruz.
Firefish
Ideal Bar and Grill
Check out Firefish for the ocean
views and their exhibition
kitchen, featuring a mesquite
wood burning grill. Browse their
extensive wine and beer list for
the perfect drink. 25 Municipal
Wharf, Santa Cruz, 423-5200.
Situated at the wharf entrance, it
has one of the best views in town.
Note the diverse menu, drink
specials and Happy Hour items.
106 Beach St., Santa Cruz, 4235271. idealbarandgrill.com.
Gabriella Café
Malone’s has served mouth-watering burgers since Scotts Valley
was a single stoplight town. Dine
on the oak-shaded patio or stop
by on Saturday for Karaoke.
4402 Scotts Valley Drive,
The delectable menu is based
around locally grown produce
and sustainable meats and dairy.
A great date spot! 910 Cedar St.,
Santa Cruz. 457-1677.
gabriellacafe.com.
Hindquarter
Calling all carnivores. Hindquarter’s selection of cuts can satisfy
the appetite of any meat eater.
Try the smoked pork chops,
roasted prime rib or baby back
ribs. 303 Soquel Ave.,
Hoffman’s Bistro &
Patisserie
This European-style eatery has
terrific food and baked goods—
with outside dining. Happy Hour
menu available all night on
Tuesdays. 1102 Pacific Ave.,
hoffmanssantacruz.com.
Malone’s Grille
Red Restaurant
and Bar
Imaginative cocktails, fine dining
and a variety of weekly live
entertainment. Bar menu served
late. 200 Locust St., Santa Cruz,
425-1913.
Stagnaro Brothers
Walk to the end of the wharf for
the freshest, widest selection
of seafood in Santa Cruz. Enjoy
views of the shimmering ocean,
especially from the upstairs bar.
59 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz,
423-2180.
Saturn Café
Saturn has been serving up
vegetarian comfort foods like
mac and cheese, (meatless)
burgers and shakes until 3 a.m.
since 1979. Won Top Ten Best
Milkshakes in America. 145Laurel
Solaire Restaurant & Bar
Zoccoli’s
GG Restaurant & Bar
Solaire features casual modern American
cuisine. Think fresh farm-to-table comfort
food, small plates, and some great beer and
wine. Go for Happy Hour. 611 Ocean St., Santa Cruz, 425-7100. thehotelparadox.com.
Family owned and operated since 1948, Zoccoli’s has offered its signature sandwiches to
Santa Cruz for three generations. Come by
for soups, salads and pasta too. 1534 Pacific
Located in the historical Bayview Hotel
(est. 1840), and the scene of Restaurant
Impossible, GG serves up authentic Italian
food in a unique atmosphere. Live music on
Wednesday night. 8041 Soquel Drive, Aptos.
688-8660.
HAWAIIAN
Lillian’s Italian Kitchen
Süda
With a focus on well-prepared healthy food
and customer service, Süda has a great
vibe. Its well-rounded menu includes fish,
tacos, great hangar steak, amazing burgers
and more. 3910 Portola Drive, Santa Cruz,
600-7068.
Your Place
This fun and funky Westside restaurant
excels at comfort food and fresh produce selected daily from local organic farms, farmers
markets and co-ops. 1719 Mission St., Santa
Cruz, 426-3564.
Wing Stop
Wingstop has taken chicken wings to a whole
new level by saucing and tossing them in a
choice of nine flavors.
845 Almar Ave., Santa Cruz,
454-9464. wingstop.com.
Hula’s Island Grill
With tasty plates, organic ingredients,
and great prices, Hula’s is a local favorite.
221 Cathcart St., Santa Cruz, 426-4852.
hulastiki.com.
Pono Hawaiian Grill
Teriyaki bowls, Wraps, Poke bowls and more.
They also have free Wi-Fi, a big outdoor patio,
live music, a full bar, and late night dining on
weekends. 120 Union St., Santa Cruz, 4267666. ponohawaiiangrill.com.
ITALIAN
Lillian’s is friendly and affordable, and all the
food comes from family recipes. 1116 Soquel
Ave., Santa Cruz, 425-2288. lilliansitaliankitchen.com.
Ristorante Avanti
Avanti wins high marks for its stellar Italian
cuisine. Lunch specials are a plus, but the
dinners shine. 1711 Mission St., Santa Cruz,
427-0135. ristoranteavanti.com.
Ristorante Italiano
Offers incredible Italian cuisine, a full bar,
catering and take-out. 555 Soquel Ave. Ste.
150, Santa Cruz, 458-2321. ristoranteitaliano.biz.
Caffe Lucio Italian Restaurant
Star Bene
Authentic, affordable and festive. Plus, the
owner adds zest with his ebullient personality. 381 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, 427-0164.
caffelucio.com.
Visit Star Bene for Italian and Argentine
dishes served in a quaint, casual setting.
Pet friendly. Draft beer. 2-1245 E Cliff Drive,
Cafe Mare
Owners Jean Pierre Iuliano of Calabria and
Andrea Mura of Sardinia bring you authentic
Italian dishes from the homeland. Each dish
is made with local, organic ingredients. 740
Front St. #100, Santa Cruz, 458-1212.
Aptos Natural Foods
The closest natural food store to
Cabrillo College, this is a friendly
neighborhood place to shop for
groceries and supplements. 7506
Soquel Dr, Aptos, 685-3334.
Amazon Juices
If you’re thirsty for juices or
hungry for sandwiches and salads,
then Amazon has you covered. Try
the acai bowl. 1066 41st Ave.,
Capitola, 854-2225.
Café Campesino
Authentic Mexican aromas waft
from this sidewalk kiosk, where
you’ll find old-school family dishes,
including homemade sauces,
tortillas and free-range eggs. 11:30
a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. 1130
Pacific Ave., Kiosk 1, Santa Cruz.
Café Gratitude
EALTHY EATS
From its vast list of treats and
drinks to its inventive fresh and organic food creations, we’re grateful
for this little café. 103 Lincoln St.,
Santa Cruz. cafegratitude.com.
A gluten-free menu is available.
8 a.m.-9 p.m. Daily. 4250 Capitola
Road, Santa Cruz, 462-1717.
dharmaland.com.
Chocolate
At the Santa Cruz Community
Farmers Markets and the Aptos
Farmers Market, you’ll find regional
organic produce, pasture-raised
meats, eggs and dairy, sustainably harvested seafoods, and
artisan-made goods. santacruzfarmersmarket.org; montereybayfarmers.org/aptos.
Authentic and fresh. Think organic
salads and unique sandwich
choices. Desserts are delicious, too.
11 a.m.-11 p.m. Daily. 1522 Pacific
chocolatesantacruz.com.
Dharma’s
At Dharma’s, natural vegetarian
food in very generous portions—
whether it’s Mexican, American,
Thai or Italian—awaits. This place
knows how to be creative with their
use of tofu and tempeh.
Farmers Markets
Food Bin & Herb Room
Close to UCSC, it houses plenty
of fresh, organic produce and
herbal medicine. 1130 Mission St.,
New Leaf Community
Markets
A popular grocery store with a
great selection of healthy food,
including meat, fish, and fresh
produce. For all four locations and
contact info, visit newleaf.com.
Samba Rock Açai Café
This café has a full espresso bar
and serves nourishing Brazilian
beverages and food. Try their açai
bowls, made with fresh produce,
yerba mate blends and pastries. 8
a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. 291
Water St., Santa Cruz, 458-2224.
Shopper’s Corner
This local grocery store offers a
wide variety of fresh local produce,
meat, 150 types of imported and
domestic cheese, local wine,
gourmet pastas, salsas, sauces,
and fresh-daily bread from local
bakeries. 622 Soquel Ave.,
shopperscorner.com.
Staff of Life
A variety of organic products and
produce. Deli and salad bar, homemade soups, homemade chai, and
a local butcher. 1266 Soquel Ave.,
staffoflifemarket.com.
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WE GOT THE STARS
UCSC research will blow your mind.
Astrophysics professor Sandra
Faber won one of 12 National
Medals of Science last year from
President Barack Obama, for her
work on galaxy formation and
telescope construction. In the
1970s, she published a theory on
cold dark matter along with four
other researchers, including Joel
Primack and George Blumenthal,
now the school’s chancellor.
Today, their theory on the
existence of an invisible form of
matter is the basis for our modern
picture of the universe’s structure
and formation. Another amazing
researcher is Garth Illingworth,
who’s using the Hubble Telescope
to look at 13-billion-year-old light.
CABRILLO BALLERS
It isn’t common for community
college students to go on to have
successful careers as professional
athletes, but some of Cabrillo
College’s football players have
done all right for themselves. The
most notable is linebacker and
special teams member Brendon
Ayanbadejo, who finished off his
10-year NFL career in 2012 with a
Super Bowl win on the Baltimore
Ravens. But Ayanbadejo might
be more well-known as an ally
of the LGBT community, and for
encouraging closeted professional
athletes to come out. Other
former NFL players from Cabrillo
include Ayanbadejo’s older brother
Obafemi, cornerback Reggie
Stephens, and cornerback Sherman
Cocroft, who recorded seven
interceptions and one safety in the
1980s. Cabrillo alumnus Dwight
Lowery currently plays safety for
the Atlanta Falcons.
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Santa Cruz has a few claims to fame, some of them more noteworthy than others. There
was the UCSC shirt in Pulp Fiction, and of course The Lost Boys, which was filmed here. But
Santa Cruz’s biggest bragging rights come from its nickname “Surf City,” so when Southern
California city Huntington Beach acquired a trademark for “Surf City, USA” in 2006, nobody
here in the real Surf City was stoked. Luckily, Surfer magazine already determined we were
the real Surf City, thanks to our superior breaks. This was, after all, the first place Hawaiian
princes ever surfed outside of their native islands—on boards made out of local redwood.
GETTING UCSC’S GOAT
There are no dogs or cats allowed at UCSC. It may sound
hard to believe, but we’re not kidding. You see, back in the
day, there was a cute goat named Samantha, who made
friends with a horse named Sam, officially making her the
most popular farm animal on campus—that is, until a jogger
brought his dog to school. The Shepard-Labrador mix went
after Samantha, and the goat’s final resting place is just uphill
from the base of campus, under a plywood gravestone that
reads “No Pets.”
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110 Walnut St., Santa Cruz, 831-459-9999,
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Boulder Creek Brewery
13040 Highway 9, Boulder Creek, 831-338-7882,
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2703 41st Ave., Suite A, Soquel, 831-316-0662,
discretionbrewing.com
Lupulo Craft Beer House
233 Cathcart St, Santa Cruz, 831-454-8306,
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150 Dubois St, Santa Cruz, 831-425-1182,
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402 Ingalls Street #27, Santa Cruz, 831-425-4900,
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103 Kennedy Dr., Capitola, 831-462-1227,
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519 Seabright Ave #107, Santa Cruz, 831-426-2739,
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303 Potrero St, Santa Cruz, 831-621-6270,
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334 Ingalls St, Santa Cruz, 831-471-8115,
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