Brittany Ramirez

Brittany is Lookout’s first contact for members. She answers (and quickly) any membership questions and is eager to help with the mundane modern work of resetting passwords, signing up for newsletters and resolving any technical issues. She joined Lookout as a marketing and sales coordinator after finishing her bachelor’s degree in marketing at California State University Monterey Bay in 2021. She then worked for Rootstock Artisan Collective as a social media marketing manager. Before heading to CSUMB, she completed her associate in arts degree at Cabrillo College, where she also played on the women’s soccer team. Her passion for working with local businesses stems from being born and raised in Santa Cruz.

Shop local and save: Supporting Santa Cruz Businesses on a budget

Santa Cruz County is home to a vibrant community of local businesses, from family-owned restaurants and shops to artisan pop-ups. Shopping locally strengthens our economy, keeps money circulating within our community, and helps preserve the unique character of our coastal town. However, the rising cost of living makes this increasingly challenging, leaving locals to wonder […]

Cabrillo College’s Journal X earns ‘Superior’ rank in national contest: A triumph of student creativity and social justice

Cabrillo College is thrilled to announce that its student-run literary magazine, Xinachtli Journal—also known as Journal X—has been awarded the prestigious ‘Superior’ rank in the 2024 National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) Recognizing Excellence in Art and Literary Magazines (REALM) program. This recognition places Journal X among the best in the nation, celebrating the […]

A captivating performance: Santa Cruz Shakespeare teams up with the Santa Cruz Symphony

Get ready for a captivating performance that combines the beauty of orchestral music with the drama of Shakespearean readings! On March 29 and 30, the Santa Cruz Symphony will team up with Santa Cruz Shakespeare for an unforgettable artistic collaboration. This event promises to leave you applauding for more as the two forces join to […]

Housing Matters presents “Picture This: Cultivating Our Compassionate Community”

Housing Matters is proud to present “Picture This: Cultivating Our Compassionate Community,” a powerful storytelling event dedicated to exploring the essence of compassion in addressing homelessness in Santa Cruz County. This curated evening will provide a platform for diverse voices, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs of building a more equitable and inclusive community. […]

Clinical pediatric cancer lab at UC Santa Cruz is cleared to accept and test patient samples

By Rose Miyatsu The UC Santa Cruz Colligan Clinical Diagnostic Laboratory (CCDL) has received its CLIA certificate of registration from the California Department of Public Health, which clears the way for it to begin accepting patient samples.  The CCDL team will use a newly clinically validated test that they have developed to analyze patient samples for […]

Top ways to volunteer with seniors this March in Santa Cruz County

Volunteering is a powerful way to strengthen our community by fostering kindness, compassion, and connection. When we help each other, we create a sense of belonging and ensure that no one is left behind. Volunteering is also good for your health – reducing the risk of heart disease and supporting mental health. This month, you’re […]

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