Santa Clara Valley Model T endurance race Events Local News 

Model T Ford Club Hosts Rally in the Mountains

On Sunday, June 9th, the Santa Clara Valley Model T Ford Club hosts its 53rd Annual Endurance Run and Lowland Tour. Historic vehicles called “Speedsters” and other vintage motorcars from 1900-1945 will rally through the mountain and coastal towns of Boulder Creek, Brookdale, Ben Lomond, Felton, Santa Cruz, Davenport, Pescadero, San Gregorio, and La Honda as their drivers and riding… Read More
San Lorenzo Valley High School class of 2024 Education Local News 

SLV High School Students Receive Jack DeBord Memorial Scholarships 

Two remarkable San Lorenzo Valley High School (SLVHS) grads are recipients of the Jack DeBord Memorial Scholarship.  Aliyah Bowers Aliyah has always known that she wanted a career in the medical field, but now she’s certain that she wants to become a pediatric nurse. She’s driven to help others the way that she’s been supported in her own medical journey… Read More
Entertainment Live Music 

Santa Cruz Live Music Weekend Roundup: June 6 – 9

Live Music Santa Cruz! The weekend roundup of concerts and festivals. Easy at-a-glance quick reference music guide. By Julie Horner Presenting the weekend roundup of live music for June 6 – 9 🎸🪕🎻❤️☮️ Thursday, June 6 Wireless Lovebird at Tannery Arts Center Annual PartyArt, Music, Nibbles and DrinksThursday, June 6 | 5:00 – 7:001010 River St, Santa Cruz John Kyle… Read More
diggin Trails Band Festivals Music 

Diggin’ It: Local Band Diggin Trails Plays Redwood Mountain Faire

By Julie Horner Hailing from the Santa Cruz area, Diggin Trails kicks off day two of the Redwood Mountain Faire Sunday morning, June 2nd on the Henflings Stage at Roaring Camp Meadow. The edgy five-piece Americana rock n’ roll outfit features a diverse lineup of talented musicians: singer and guitarist John Dodds fronts the band; Lauren Miroyan holds down stomping… Read More
Linda Brodman Quail Hollow Ranch County Park Environment Valley People 

Linda Brodman Appointed to Quail Hollow Board

Friends of Quail Hollow Ranch County Park announce that Linda Brodman has been appointed to the Friends of Quail Hollow Ranch County Park Board of Directors. Linda is a semi-retired Registered Nurse who has lived in Santa Cruz County since 1978. Over the past 30 plus years, she has volunteered with several conservation-minded organizations acting as docent, activist, and steward… Read More
redwood mountain faire Festivals Local News Valley People 

Redwood Mountain Faire: Santa Cruz Mountains Legacy

By Julie Horner The first Redwood Mountain Faire festivals were single-day events held in April at Highlands Park in Ben Lomond as a way to showcase the local artist community. Originally called the Redwood Mountains Fine Arts & Crafts Faire and Music Festival, the Valley Women’s Club hosted the gatherings from 1980 through 1996. Eventually, the event grew to two… Read More
Itoh peony Column: Josh Reilly Columns Gardening 

New Breeds in the Garden

By Josh Reilly Gardeners are always looking for something new. Plant breeders want to stand out from the competition and step away from the past. New hybrids, cultivars, selections, and subspecies are arriving on the market in waves looking for acceptance and new homes. Many new arrivals sport blossoms with new colors and cute names, but are otherwise indistinguishable from… Read More