Written by Julie Horner

Julie Horner is Co-Founder and Editor for the San Lorenzo Valley Post. Julie lives and works in Boulder Creek and is an active participant in the county's vibrant music scene. She loves the outdoors and is the go-to expert on Santa Cruz Mountains hiking trails.

Business Food & Drink Main Street SLV 

Humble Sea Tavern Reopens

Community Embraces Felton Taproom By Julie Horner Taking a breath to regroup, Humble Sea Tavern in the old Cremer House building near the corner of Graham Hill and Highway 9 in downtown Felton has reopened for weekend pours. They’re focusing on serving their award-winning craft brews, select wines, and artisanal cocktails Friday, Saturday, and Sunday and featuring a fresh food… Read More
Business 

Mountain Sangha Yoga Studio Opens in Boulder Creek

By Julie Horner Yoga and Pilates instructor Shanon Farney has brought her vision to fruition. She and business partner Charmaine BuenoDeVivo, a fellow Boulder Creek resident and mindful movement instructor and nutritionist have opened Mountain Sangha yoga, Pilates, and dance community. Located on the south end of historic downtown Boulder Creek, the studio is tucked into a quiet business center… Read More
Events Music 

China Cats Winter Dance Party 

Mountain Music Productions and the Santa Cruz County Veterans Hall present the China Cats Winter Dance Party at the Vets Hall in downtown Santa Cruz on Saturday, January 27 at 7:00 pm. Tix $20 Advance: https://bit.ly/ChinaCatsWinterDance The Bay Area’s longest-running tribute to the Grateful Dead, the China Cats have been burning up stages with the same band members since 2012.… Read More
Entertainment Live Music 

Live Music Santa Cruz: January 11-14

Live music in Santa Cruz County, the Santa Cruz Mountains, and all around the 831 for the weekend of January 11 through January 14, 2024. By Julie Horner Thursday, January 11 Clear Sage Leaf Solo Guitar Blues, Folk, RockShanty Shack BrewingThursday, January 11 | 5:00 – 7:00138 Fern St., Santa Cruz Hot Club Pacific Jazz on the Patio at Gayle’s… Read More
Entertainment Live Music 

Live Music Santa Cruz: January 25-28

The weekend roundup of concerts and shows. Easy at-a-glance quick reference music guide. By Julie Horner Thursday, January 25 Josh & the Dirty Rags Bluegrass and Folk at Shanty Shack BrewingThursday, January 25 | 5:00 – 7:00138 Fern St., Santa Cruz Celtic Music Session and Robert Burns Celebration at Steel Bonnet BrewingThursday, January 25 | 5:00 – 8:0020 Victor Square,… Read More
Entertainment Live Music 

Live Music Santa Cruz: January 18-21

Live music in Santa Cruz County, the Santa Cruz Mountains, and all around the 831 for the weekend of January 11 through January 14, 2024. By Julie Horner Thursday, January 18 Joe Domitrowich Accordion at German NightAroma RestaurantThursday, January 18 | 4:30 & 7:009600 Highway 9, Ben Lomond DJ Chiqulin at Shanty Shack BrewingThursday, January 18 | 5:00 – 7:00138… Read More
Jobs Local News 

Loch Lomond Recreation Area Seeks Chief Ranger

Career opportunity in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Deadline to apply: Thursday, January 18, 2024. The Chief Ranger position is open at the Loch Lomond Recreation Area. The City of Santa Cruz Water Department is seeking individuals with skills in parks and natural resources management and administration to apply. Responsibilities include managing daily operations and staff, budgeting, and planning safety and… Read More
Nonno's Restaurant Redwood Estates Columns Food & Drink 

Nonno’s Pizza: A Legend in Redwood Estates

Ralph DiTulli is king of the hill at this cherished Santa Cruz Mountains eatery and gathering place. By Julie Horner Pizzaiolo Ralph DiTullio offered a brief history of Nonno’s in a nutshell: “In 1995, my sales gal from Ledyard Foods in Santa Cruz came to me and said, ‘Ralph! I’ve got the perfect spot for you guys, it’s up by… Read More
Entertainment Live Music 

Live Music Santa Cruz: January 4-7

Live music in Santa Cruz County, the Santa Cruz Mountains, and all around the 831 for the weekend of January 4 through January 7, 2024. Thursday, January 4 Alecia Haselton at Shanty Shack BrewingThursday, January 4 | 5:00 – 7:00138 Fern St., Santa Cruz Hot Jazz on the Patio at Gayle’s BakeryThursdays | 5:00 – 7:00504 Bay Ave., Capitola Matt… Read More
Entertainment Live Music 

Live Music Santa Cruz: New Year’s Eve

Full listing of live music and concerts in Santa Cruz and the Santa Cruz Mountains. Live music roundup for your holiday weekend December 28, 2023 through January 1, 2024! Happy New Year! By Julie Horner Thursday, December 28 Lucas Lawson at Highway 1 BrewingThursday, December 28 | 4:00 – 7:005720 Cabrillo Hwy, Pescadero Cement Ship at Shanty Shack BrewingThursday, December… Read More