We’re a digital local newspaper, but we are a part of the physical community every day, and there’s a lot happening in Santa Cruz County. We’re in touch with events of all kinds, for members and readers. Here’s the sampling for the upcoming month. Join us as a member to get priority access to many events such as our forums and trivia nights — and to stay informed.
Additionally, Lookout collaborates with our Marketing Partners to promote significant community events. For more details about our Media Sponsorship program, feel free to reach out to my colleague Duffy Barrett, duffy@lookoutlocal.com.
See you out and about.
More events to check out this month:
March 13: HERstory Celebration at MAH
Join us in paying tribute to the stories of remarkable women who have left an ineradicable mark on our community and beyond. From 5:30 to 7:30 pm, join the Santa Cruz MAH in celebrating women’s history month. This event is free and open to the general public. Let us commemorate our family members, teachers, colleagues who have inspired and shaped our life journeys. There will be hands-on-activities, guest speakers, performances, and women-focused local organizations to connect with.
March 14 & 25: Watsonville Film Fest
The Watsonville Film Festival uplifts Latine and indigenous filmmakers and stories that illuminate our shared humanity and inspire meaningful change. They are a grassroots collective that works to shift disempowering narratives in the Watsonville and Monterey Bay communities. From documentaries to short sci-fi narratives about AI taking over farm worker’s jobs, You don’t want to miss this 13th annual festival!
- March 14: Watsonville Film Fest @ Maya Cinemas, Salinas
- Starting Friday night at 6:00 pm, “Dear Watsonville” will be screening, influenced by the local Filipino community. “The Lost Alien” will also premiere, with Salinas locals acting and directing this short film. Be sure to attend the after-party at XL Public House!
- March 25: Watsonville Film Fest @ Cabrillo Horticulture Center
- Starting at 5:00 pm, Leading Change is a section of films made by local youth activists and filmmakers concerning the use of harmful pesticides in our communities. Cabrillo College Horticulture Department will be collaborating with Esperanza Community Farms to bring fresh organic salads available to audience members.
Looking to grow your business? Santa Cruz Small Business Camp is an all-day event created to inspire, education and empower local entrepreneurs. Camp begins 8:00 am at the MAH, with coffee and plenty of time to network with fellow businesses in the community. Local business leaders will share their success stories and experiences along with fourteen different workshops to engage with, including Lookout’s workshop at 2:00 pm. Closing reception will take place at Abbott Square Market, with the event ending at 3:00 pm. If you’re a local business entrepreneur, You don’t wanna miss this!
Mar. 21: Capitola-Soquel Chamber Awards Gala
The annual Capitola-Soquel Chamber Awards Gala celebrates the dedicated business leaders and community members who make Santa Cruz a lively spirit. Join us for drinks, a delicious buffet dinner and a memorable night at Hotel Paradox from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm. From honoring person of the year to outstanding youth, the Gala will be an unforgettable Friday night highlighting inspiring people. Be sure to grab early bird tickets, which are on sale now!
April 6: Lookout Member Wine Walk with Lily Belli
Lookout members are invited to join us on April 6th at 2:30 pm for a West Side Wine Walk, hosted by our very own food correspondent, Lily Belli! This fun event will take you to three local wineries on the West Side. For $10, you’ll receive a branded Lookout Santa Cruz wine glass to keep as a memento, two tastings at each of the three featured wineries, and small bites to complement your tastings along the way. It’s the perfect opportunity to sip and savor local wineries. We hope to see you there!
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