Teachers run the world and deserve so much appreciation. Check out these Teacher Appreciation Week specials offered by Downtown businesses exclusively for teachers and educators. Just present your school badge to take advantage of these Downtown Specials.Calling all sports fans! The Salty Otter Sports Grill is about to become your new favorite hangout. Help give them a warm welcome to Downtown Santa Cruz by stopping by their grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony,this Friday, May 9 right at 5PM.Announcing the second annual Pitch In All-County Cleanup Day thisSaturday, May 10, part of the Pitch In Initiative to end litter and illegal dumping. Make Santa Cruz the Cleanest County in the State! Join San Lorenzo Park Neighbors, Land Trust of Santa Cruz County, Downtown Streets Team, Visit Santa Cruz County and the Coastal Watershed Council for clean ups in Downtown and along San Lorenzo river nearby. Mother's Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than by treating your mom to breakfast or brunch in Downtown Santa Cruz. With its vibrant atmosphere and diverse culinary hot spots, Downtown Santa Cruz offers plenty of restaurant options like The Walnut Avenue Cafe, Zachary’s, Gabriella Cafe and many more. After breakfast, take a stroll through the many downtown shops and buy her whatever the heck she wants. She deserves it, you know! The Santa Cruz Antique Faire takes place on the 2nd Sunday of every month from 8AM - 5PM. Shop for treasures from dozens of vendors on Lincoln Street offering eclectic antiques, unique finds, vintage clothing, collectibles and more!
