WATSONVILLE

County of Santa Cruz to host career fair

Looking for a rewarding career in public service? Don’t miss the 2025 County of Santa Cruz Career Fair on May 7 from 4-7 p.m. at the Civic Plaza Community Room (4th floor), 275 Main St.

Meet department representatives from across the county, explore exciting job opportunities and learn how you can make a difference in your community. Attendees will have the opportunity to receive free, personalized resume advice and attend a helpful presentation on how to navigate the county’s job application process. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking for a new opportunity, this is your chance to connect, ask questions and take the next step toward a fulfilling career.

Save the date and bring your resume. Reserve your spot at tinyurl.com/yc4h5jvh. For current job vacancies, visit santacruzcountyjobs.com.

SANTA CRUZ

Learn about local housing solutions

Housing Santa Cruz County welcomes housing official, Secretary Tomiquia Moss, and clinical psychologist Dr. Sam Tsemberis as keynote speakers for its 2025 Affordable Housing Month event, May 10 from 4-6 p.m. at Hotel Paradox, 611 Ocean St. Secretary Moss is secretary of California’s Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency.

Tsemberis is the developer of the Housing First model, which sees housing as a human right. Both will share individual remarks and join a thought-provoking panel discussion focused on Santa Cruz County’s bold opportunities to address its housing challenges and create lasting solutions.

Housing Santa Cruz County invites the community, housing advocates and members of the press to this important conversation with two of the nation’s most respected leaders in housing equity and innovation. Tickets available at the door, or save your seat for this event at tinyurl.com/23wkvz8r.

SANTA CRUZ

SIR May speaker reveals history of San Lorenzo Valley

SIR welcomes historian and featured speaker Lisa Robinson, president of the Board of the San Lorenzo Valley Historical Society, who will be sharing some the interesting history and events that have taken place in San Lorenzo Valley over the years at the monthly meeting May 7, starting at noon, at the Elks Lodge on 150 Jewell St.

An 11 a.m. optional social hour will take place prior to the general meeting. The meeting will wrap up with a chef prepared luncheon, concluding at about 2 p.m.

SIR promotes Social Activities for Enhancing Life. Branch 20, comprised of Santa Cruz and surrounding local areas, is one of many statewide, non-affiliated nonprofits dedicated to offering men over 50 — retired or not — a variety of programs and activities designed for socializing, making new friends and enjoying their free time.

Email Jeff Ustick at jeffustick@gmail.com for an invitation to this event or visit sirinc2.org/branch20 for more information.

SANTA CRUZ

1970s Gay Men’s Support Group sets reunion date

In conjunction with the 50th anniversary of Santa Cruz Pride, a reunion luncheon is being planned for the 70’s Santa Cruz Gay Men’s Support Group to be held 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. May 30 at the Crepe Place.

The group began meeting in 1978 and hosted hundreds of local gay, bisexual and questioning men over a four-year period. Facilitated by Patrick Meyer and Ken Sentner, it started with 15 participants and soon grew to 90 men each week.

This drop-in group served as a safe place where gay and bisexual men could meet each other, discuss common issues and experiences as they came out, and develop a sense of community that still exists to this day. Group members created several spin-off groups including the Wednesday Night Volleyball Gathering (still going), a Spanish speaking potluck, a Gay and Lesbian Democratic Club, a hiking group, a monthly evening coffeehouse and more. In 1980, they won the Mayor’s Award for their float in the Begonia Parade.

For information and to RSVP, send an email to scgmreunion@gmail.com.

SANTA CRUZ

Vets 4 Vets to host fundraiser at Boardwalk Bowl

Join Vets 4 Vets at Boardwalk Bowl, 115 Cliff St., for a Bowling Fundraiser May 17 at 1 p.m. Bowl three games for $20, including shoes.

You can buy tickets at givebutter.com/bowlingfun2025 or in person at Boardwalk Bowl. All proceeds from this event support local veterans.

SANTA CRUZ COUNTY

Registration open for summer Italian language classes

Learn the language of “la dolce vita” with the Dante Alighieri Society of Santa Cruz’s native Italian-speaking instructors. Whether you are new to the Italian language, totally fluent or everything in between, the summer 2025 classes are for you!

All classes are conducted in Italian by instructors who are university qualified native speakers. These instructors provide training in all basic communication skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing, with a systematic study of grammar.

The summer session begins July 7, so register now to secure your spot and take advantage of the early bird pricing (ends June 8). Pricing and location (online and in-person) varies by class; see individual class descriptions for more information. The last day to register is July 3. For further details, visit dantesantacruz.com/classes or email dantesantacruz1265@gmail.com.

SANTA CRUZ

Chorale presents ‘Palestrina Leads the Way’

Over 500 years ago, Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina composed his masterpiece, the Missa Papae Marcelli (Pope Marcellus Mass), which became a model for the following centuries of polyphonic music. The piece transcends time and offers enduring solace for modern ears.

The Chorale presents the mass in an innovative format by interspersing its parts (Kyrie, Gloria, etc.) with works by modern composers (Arvo Pärt, Randall Thompson, Charles V. Stanford).

The performance will be held at 8 p.m. May 17 and 4 p.m. May 18 at Holy Cross Church, 123 High St., Santa Cruz. Tickets are $30 for general, $25 for seniors and $5 for students and can be purchased at santacruzchorale.org or 800-316 8559.