Friday……………
What: The O’Neill Coldwater Classic Invitational 2013
When: November 6th - 10th
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Where: Steamer Lane at Lighthouse Point, Santa Cruz
Why Go: North America’s longest running surf contest returns! The Invitational will include a 16-man field of competitors. The 2013 title winner will receive a year’s worth of sponsor support by O’Neill, an estimated value of $50,000. In honor of local legend Jason “Ratboy” Collins, local surfers will also participate as part of the “Ratboy Rampage.”
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What: Santa Cruz Film Festival
When: Friday, 4:45p.m., last showing at 9:15p.m. (Thursday – Sunday)
Where: The Rio Theater & Pacific Arts Complex
Why Go: An afternoon and evening full of film narratives and documentaries including Joann Shuch’s, “Tricky Bidness.” The documentary focuses on the controversial subject of medical marijuana.
Cost: $100/General Festival Pass, $25/Under 21 Festival Pass. (Pass guarantees admission to all films and events during the Santa Cruz Film Festival), 21 and over for the Big Lebowski Party! $10/film http://santacruz.festivalgenius.com/2013/schedule/week
What: Roller Disco Party
When: 7:30p.m.
Where: Santa Cruz Palladium
Why Go: Slip on those skates and get caught up in Disco. Everyone is encouraged to feather their hair and wear their favorite Village People, Donna Summer, or Bee Gees attire if you dare! Event hosted by the Godfather of skate.
Cost: $7/skater (includes skate rentals); free with S.C.F.F. pass. http://santacruz.festivalgenius.com/2013/films/rollerdiscoparty_hostedbythegodfatherofskate_santacruz2013
Saturday…………………
What: Pop Up Museum; Drinking is in the Heart
When: 3p.m. – 5p.m.
Where: Red Restaurant and Bar
Why Go: Come share a drink, stories, or artifacts at the Red during “happy hour,” and check out some rare Santa Cruz drinking memorabilia by Historian Geoffrey Dunn and Collector Bob Welch. Santa Cruz includes a history of Rum-running during Prohibition, brothels, and more. This event, focusing on spirits, is part of the series of “Santa Cruz is in the heart of pop-up museums,” taking the museum out of the museum.
Cost: Free
What: The Big Lebowski Party
When: 9p.m. – 12p.m.
Where: Pacific Arts Complex
Why Go: View the screening of “The Big Lebowski,” the classic Coen’s Brothers film, while participating in a costume contest and mini bowling. Music and a full bar will be part of the festivities.
Cost: $10/admission , free with S.C.F.F. pass.
Sunday…………………
What: Downtown Santa Cruz Antique Faire
When: 8a.m. – 5p.m.
Where: Lincoln St., between Pacific Ave. and Cedar St.
Why Go: This is a vintage paradise for collectors and anyone seeking original gifts, treasure, and trinkets. Weather permitting. http://www.downtownsantacruz.com/
Cost: Free
What: Strike Out Hunger
When: 11a.m. – 10p.m. (November 1st –December 1st)
Where: Boardwalk Bowl, Santa Cruz
Why Go: If you love to bowl or want an excuse to learn the sport, then this is the perfect opportunity for you. Bring a can of food in for the Second Harvest Food Bank and bowl a game for free. True! This rewarding sporting event is a win-win. Contact: 831-426-3324
