“Sculpture Within: Garden & Community” | June 1- Oct. 23

Sierra Azul’s two acre demonstration garden is the site of the Pajaro Valley Arts Council sculpture garden. Its “Sculpture Within: Garden and Community” exhibit features works by local artists and includes many pieces that will added to the Council’s permanent collection.

Sierra Azul Nursery & Gardens
2660 E. Lake Ave., Watsonville
www.sierraazul.com
www.pvarts.org

Shakespeare Santa Cruz | July 16-Aug. 31

July 16 - Aug. 31: Romeo & Juliet, William Shakespeare at Festival Glen theater
July 27 - Aug. 31: All’s Well That Ends Well, William Shakespeare at Festival Glen theater
July 15 - Aug. 31: Bach at Leipzig, Itamar Moses at Mainstage theater
July 30 - Aug. 31: Burn This, Lanford Wilson at Mainstage theater

UCSC Festival Glen and Mainstage theaters, Santa Cruz
Tickets: 831-459-2159, www.shakespearesantacruz.com

Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music | July 27-Aug 10

Civic Auditorium and other locations.
307 Church St., Santa Cruz
Tickets: 831-420-5260 x 5, www.cabrillomusic.org

Gilroy Gardens - Summer Safari: Rainforest Adventure | Aug. 1-17 (11 a.m. - 5 p.m.)

Summer Safari event features wild animals found in the world rainforests. Included this year: two Bengal Tigers, an African Spotted Leopard, an Alligator and more! Guests can get up close and learn about each animal's habitat, role in the food chain, and other characteristics.

Gilroy Gardens
3050 Hecker Pass/Hwy 152, Gilroy
408-840-7100, www.gilroygardnes.org

"Sculpture Within: Garden & Community" | Aug. 1-Oct. 23

Pajaro Valley Arts Council and the Sierra Azul Nursery & Garden are showcasing 82 sculptures by 46 talented artists. This family friendly event combines the best of sculpture and nature.

Sierra Azul Nursery & Gardens
2660 E. Lake Ave., Watsonville
www.sierraazul.com
www.pvarts.org

Twilight Concert at Esplanade Park | Aug. 1 (6-8 p.m.)

Free concert featuring Stompy Jones - Jump, Swing & Boogie Woogie. A family event. Bring your own beach chairs and picnic. No alcohol.

Esplanade, Capitola Village
831-475-6522, www.capitola.com

Hallway Gallery - Ageless Arts Project | Aug. 1-31

The Hallway Gallery hosts rotating art exhibits featuring works by talented artists in our community.

Louden Nelson Community Center
301 Center Street, Santa Cruz
831-420-6177, www.ci.santa-cruz.ca.us

Day Out With Thomas | Aug. 1-3

Join Thomas The Tank Engine™ on his train ride through the Big Trees. Meet Sir Topham Hatt™ and have at the Thomas play area. There are many and activities, a big Thomas store, and much more Thomas fun.

Roaring Camp, Felton
Tickets: 866-468-3399, www.ticketweb.com/thomas.html
Info: 831-335-4484, www.roaringcamp.com

"Jesus Christ Superstar" | Aug. 1-17

Aug. 1-17: Cabrillo Stage, Mainstage Theater

Cabrillo College
6500 Soquel Dr., Aptos
831-479-6154,
www.cabrillostage.com

Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition | Aug. 1-31 (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.)

"A Magic Web: The Tropical Forest of Barro Colorado Island"

Museum of Natural History
831-430-6115, www.santacruzmuseums.org