Soquel
Soquel, CA · Arts & Culture
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Folkloric attire of Mexico gets the spotlight
The art of folkloric attire is the focus of the current exhibit at Watsonville Center for the Arts. Presented by Galeria Plazita, “Threads of Identity” showcases men’s and women’s attire created for the world of folkloric dancers through the ages. Watsonville Arts Program Manager Yesenia Molina...
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Charles Manson disciple Patricia Krenwinkel deemed parole worthy!
Los Angeles, California – Charles Manson acolyte Patricia Krenwinkel, who has spent nearly six decades in prison for murder, was preliminarily granted parole, California prison authorities said. Krenwinkel, who was convicted on seven counts of murder for her role in the shocking slayings of actress Sharon Tate– who was heavily pregnant at the time– and six others, has now been approved for parole three times. But the state governor's office in the past has reversed the decision. "All grants of parole are proposed decisions and become final only after a thorough and comprehensive review by the ...
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Local, amateur filmmakers share space with established directors at the Pinnacles Film Festival.
The inaugural Pinnacles Film Festival in King City offers a chance for local, independent filmmakers to showcase their work. The concept has resonated; there are 37 films in the lineup, presented in three theaters over a single day, Oct. 10. “Part of our original idea was to create a space...
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Veteran KPIX reporter Len Ramirez signs off for last time before retirement
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Photos: Costumes and Tea Dueling at Steampunk Picnic Near Santa Cruz
“Natural Science” was the theme as steampunk fans in California’s Santa Cruz area met on Saturday, Oct. 3, for their annual picnic. This was the 10th gathering for the informal group, held this year at Highlands County Park in Ben Lomond. Activities included a costume contest and tea...
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CSUMB alum returns to talk about his well-received debut thriller.
Writer Omar Hussain is from the San Francisco Bay Area and is now living in Ann Arbor, Michigan. On the back of his Monterey-based thriller, A Thousand Natural Shocks, it says he holds an MFA in creative writing from NYU, but Hussain is also a graduate of the Humanities and Communication program at CSU Monterey Bay. He will speak there for the Writers from the Edge series on Thursday, Oct. 8.
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Hollister teens present ‘Freaky Friday’ at Granada
A mother and daughter who can’t stop butting heads will be forced to stand in each others’ shoes when San Benito Stage Company opens its fall teen musical “Freaky Friday” on Oct. 16 at the Granada Theater. Directed by Aaron Hernandez, the production features a cast...
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Veteran KPIX reporter Len Ramirez signs off for last time before retirement
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Devon Blood in Santa Clara
After being shot in the head during a home robbery at the age of twenty-six, Devon Blood lost precise muscle control on the dominant side of his body. No longer able to skateboard, he refused to lose art as well. With severe muscle tremors affecting his right arm, he trained himself to tattoo left-handed instead. Now two decades later, the Oakland-based artist presents Intrusive Thoughts, a full portfolio of skateboard decks and other canvases bearing his aesthetic in oil, acrylics, and tattoo pigment. For his hour-long artist talk at the Triton, Devon also shares his autobiographical book Keep Laughing.
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Checking out the 2026 Ginger Elizabeth Advent Calendar
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Maya Cinema to return to downtown Salinas
Downtown Salinas has been filled with the neon glow of the Maya Cinema for over two decades, until the lights deteriorated immensely. The place that formed several memories for the Salinas Community had packed its screens and permanently closed. Not only had they taken the movie screens, but also the memories of many patrons, leaving them with an eternal sensation of nostalgia.
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King City sidewalk art competition names winners
KING CITY — Transportation Agency for Monterey County, in partnership with Sol Treasures, has announced the winners of the King City Safe Routes to School Sidewalk Art Competition. The competition launched in spring 2026 with a call for artwork from elementary, middle and high school or college students, adult...