San Francisco Metro: Tue, Nov 17, 2026 · Santa Cruz · 23 events · data version 20261021-173303
12:00 PM · DAVID DONDERO, DAN POTTHAST, HOD HULPHERS · The Crepe Place (Santa Cruz) · $10 · live_music, folk · rating 7
thecrepeplace.com · details Dondero began writing songs in the late 80’s while at Clemson University. Initially a drummer and lyricist, he formed Sunbrain in 1991. A post-punk indie rock quartet heavily influenced by Donovan and Fugazi. Sunbrain was signed by Grass Records and they recorded 3 albums. When the group disbanded he went on to play drums for the folk punk band, This Bike is a Pipe Bomb. After 2 years he left the band in 1998 and began his solo career.
6:00 PM · SALSA SOCIAL DANCE · Abbott Square Market (Santa Cruz) · Free · dance, community · rating 7
abbottsquaremarket.com · details Spice up your Tuesdays! Join us every Tuesday night from 7–10pm at Abbott Square Market for a sizzling social dance party! Move to the rhythms of salsa, cumbia, merengue, and bachata in a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere. It’s free, it’s fun, and it’s the perfect midweek vibe. All levels welcome—just bring your energy and your dancing shoes!
8:00 PM · Shirley’s Gig · The Crepe Place (Santa Cruz) · FREE · live_music, jazz · rating 7
thecrepeplace.com · details Shirley's Gig plays an eclectic blend of vintage jazz from the 1920s to modern era songs. Dave Egan and Patti Maxine sing and play swinging tunes with an incredible line up of local favorites: Bill Bosch on bass, Bob Basa on guitar, and Paul Tarantino on clarinet and sax. Patti Maxine takes the
6:30 PM · Poetry Out Loud County Competition · Bookshop Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz) · literary · rating 6
bookshopsantacruz.com · details Poetry Out Loud County Competition Poetry Out Loud is a nation-wide program, originally created by the National Endowment for the Arts, that encourages high school students to learn about great poetry through memorization and performance, culminating at the national finals. Students compete for awards, scholarships, and prizes. The Santa Cruz County Competition is Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 6:30-8:00 pm at Bookshop Santa Cruz.
7:30 PM · John Caroll Kirby · Kuumbwa Jazz Center (Santa Cruz) · live_music, jazz · rating 6
stevelist.com · details all ages
time TBA · Fall Arcade Specials · Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk (Santa Cruz) · $24.95 · sports · rating 6
beachboardwalk.com · details Fall Arcade Specials September 8 - November 25, 2026 Score BIG savings this fall! Monday-Friday: 2-Hour Time Play Card for $24.95 Weekend: 1/2 price arcade games Saturday: 10am-11am* Sunday: 10am-12pm *Beginning 11/1, Saturday & Sunday hours will change to 11am-12pm Play more and spend less - get the details now! More Info
time TBA · Guided Mushroom Foraging · Roaring Camp Railroads (Felton) · Buy Tickets · workshop · rating 6
fareharbor.com · details Begin with a scenic steam train ride to the top of Bear Mountain, then hike your way back into town while learning the core skills of safe mushroom foraging, identification, and fungal ecology. Led by Maya Elson.
time TBA · Holiday Tree Walk · Roaring Camp Railroads (Felton) · Buy Tickets · community · rating 6
fareharbor.com · details Get in the holiday spirit by bringing the family to ride the Redwood Forest Steam Train through the wintry redwoods to Bear Mountain. Sip hot cider while greeting Santa Claus. In town, enjoy winter themed activities.
9:00 AM · Mobile Health Clinic · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Dignity Mobile Wellness Clinic provides evaluations, screenings, and treatment and connects you to services that support physical and mental health on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays. Hrs: 9-12 & 1-3. Bilingual.
10:00 AM · Backgammon @ the Library · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · sports, community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Join us Tuesdays at Aptos Library to learn, play, and compete in Backgammon! All skill levels welcome - enjoy strategy, fun, and friendly competition in a relaxed social setting.
10:00 AM · In-person Tech Help @ La Selva Beach · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · Register · workshop · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Are you stuck with a technology question? You can make a free appointment with a tech savvy library staff member!
10:30 AM · Baby Time and Stay & Play · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Baby Story Time is a sweet introduction to stories, songs, rhymes, and lap play, thoughtfully designed to nurture early literacy and bonding.
11:00 AM · 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · Register · workshop, community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Know the Signs of Alzheimer's. Learn the difference between normal aging and Alzheimer's, recognize warning signs, understand early diagnosis, and explore available resources and next steps.
11:00 AM · Toddler Time @ Live Oak · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Puppets, Songs and toys, Oh My!
11:30 AM · Volunteer Housing Navigators · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Housing navigation services for people experiencing homelessness.
1:00 PM · Housing Matters Drop In Hours @ Felton · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details A Housing Matters Outreach Specialist is available every Tuesday to support people experiencing homelessness and help connect them to resources, navigate housing options, and sign up for benefits.
3:00 PM · Make & Explore @ Scotts Valley · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · workshop, community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Make and explore STEAM possibilities at Scotts Valley Branch Library! .
3:00 PM · R.E.A.D. · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · workshop · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. R.E.A.D. ofrece instrucción individual de comprensión lectora para los grados 1 a 12.
3:00 PM · Tales to Tails at Felton · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Practice reading to a certified therapy dog! Registration is required.
3:30 PM · Aptos Youth Chess Club @ Aptos · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · sports, workshop · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Aptos Youth Chess Club. Open to players ages 6 to 18 with knowledge of basic rules (how the pieces move). Instructor is Chess Master Dana Mackenzie.
3:30 PM · Picture Bingo with Shared Adventures · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details This Bingo program for people with special abilities (disabilities) is adaptable to all because it uses pictures!
6:00 PM · Neighbors for Neighbors · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Join us for Neighbors for Neighbors: Belonging Builds Community, presented by Housing Matters in partnership with Santa Cruz Public Libraries.
8:00 PM · The Goddamn Gallows · Moe's Alley (Santa Cruz) · live_music, rock · rating 0 · no longer listed moesalley.com · details w/ King Sickabilly