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Art by Zen

Art

Educating the world through expressive, interdisciplinary art and acrylic paintings! I seek to empower individuals and help spread awareness on influential and important activists that have impacted our society today.

Blac Flowerz

Every brand I curate is either made by and or owned by a black American woman. 10% of profits go back into investing in other black owned businesses and 10% of profits go to non profits that help the black community.

Blac Flowerz is an enterprise from Charlie Conable. It is  dedicated to highlighting Black American Women entrepreneurs, Artists and Craftspeople.

Mindful Dating

Match making, Dating Coaching, Conscious Uncoupling, Weddings, Life Cycle Rituals, Healing Retreats.

I coach kind successful women who have been dating the wrong guys to attract  the kind of man who will love, empower, and cherish them. Joining a community supporting you to love and center yourself is the key.

1. People of Color Meditation Mondays 6pm on Zoom Meeting ID: 869 5499 6826  Passcode: 7rH5*g
2. Weekly ALL community meditation, one on one coaching, or black women's healing circle on Sunday mornings Patreon.com/mindfullovelife
3. To join a collective of black women helping one another thrive, email me at blackgirlmagicsantacruz@gmail.com

Verte Gift Box

Sharing our love of travel, sustainability, and supporting local artisans. Promoting farm-to-table, unique hand-made pieces and one-of-a-kind photos of some of our favorite places around the world.

Exit Santa Cruz

Escape room games and team-building

Escape room games are designed for groups of adults and teens, between 2-12 people in each game. You’ll enter a themed room and you have to use props and decorations to find clues, solve puzzles, and complete an adventure.

Aisha Brown

Hairstylist at The Nook Salon

I specialize in curly and coily hair services and creative color.

Blac Flowerz

Every brand I curate is either made by and or owned by a black American woman. 10% of profits go back into investing in other black owned businesses and 10% of profits go to non profits that help the black community.

Blac Flowerz is an enterprise from Charlie Conable. It is  dedicated to highlighting Black American Women entrepreneurs, Artists and Craftspeople.

Hair by Anita Marie

Hairstylist

All textures welcomed… haircuts , hair health and color.

Handsome Beauty Bar

Lash extensions, Plasma Pen, Laser Lipo, ultrasonic cavitation, needle free Dermal fillers

We focus on an innovative beauty techniques, with modern day face lifts and LIPO with that have down time! Lash extensions, Plasma Pen, Laser Lipo, ultrasonic cavitation, needle free Dermal fillers

Incandessence

 I make my own bath and body products and I also sell new and used clothing.

Online boutique with bath and body products, clothing and accessories

Wild Seeds Utility Cream

Skin care

We are a family owned business that enjoys putting our love of self-care into our small batch body oils, creams, salves, deodorants, and lip care. Our company uses Full Spectrum CBD and THC infused oils to help heal our most precious organ, our skin.

La Familia Sweets

We make lots of sweet treats! From chocolate dipped to freshly baked!

Sweets & baked goods, sweet tables for events

Little Buddies

Infant : Toddler : Pre-School : before/after school care Owner of family home childcare Little Buddies for over 25 years, in Santa Cruz. I attended the Cabrillo College ECE program. I love and enjoy working with young children... my passion!

Over 30 years experience in early childhood education, infant to school age children

Everyone’s Music School

Music Education

We provide music education for all walks of life! Our mission is to "create positive and lasting in change in people's lives using music education" We do online and in person music lessons.

Mindful Dating

Match making, Dating Coaching, Conscious Uncoupling, Weddings, Life Cycle Rituals, Healing Retreats.

I coach kind successful women who have been dating the wrong guys to attract  the kind of man who will love, empower, and cherish them. Joining a community supporting you to love and center yourself is the key.

1. People of Color Meditation Mondays 6pm on Zoom Meeting ID: 869 5499 6826  Passcode: 7rH5*g
2. Weekly ALL community meditation, one on one coaching, or black women's healing circle on Sunday mornings Patreon.com/mindfullovelife
3. To join a collective of black women helping one another thrive, email me at blackgirlmagicsantacruz@gmail.com

Autism Family Network Santa Cruz

Mission Statement: Autism Family Network Santa Cruz is dedicated and committed to Bridging the Gap within our communities for those individuals on the Autism Spectrum and those with Special Needs by providing education, resources, special events, public awareness and acceptance for all. We strive to assist our community for the supporting of Autism Awareness, Acceptance and Activities while empowering individuals to embrace our differences and motivate inclusiveness for all.

Creating event to promote awareness and provide an inclusive environment for all with special abilities.

GLF Enterprises

Stone Fabrication and Tile

Stone Fabrication and Installation for Kitchen and Baths, Fireplaces, Floor and Tile.

Tannery World Dance & Cultural Center

Dance Studio

Tannery World Dance & Cultural Center (TWDCC) facilitates a working home for professional world & contemporary dance artists, while providing dance education that is committed to access, equity, and excellence.

Art by Zen

Art

Educating the world through expressive, interdisciplinary art and acrylic paintings! I seek to empower individuals and help spread awareness on influential and important activists that have impacted our society today.

Blac Flowerz

Every brand I curate is either made by and or owned by a black American woman. 10% of profits go back into investing in other black owned businesses and 10% of profits go to non profits that help the black community.

Blac Flowerz is an enterprise from Charlie Conable. It is  dedicated to highlighting Black American Women entrepreneurs, Artists and Craftspeople.

Little Buddies

Infant : Toddler : Pre-School : before/after school care Owner of family home childcare Little Buddies for over 25 years, in Santa Cruz. I attended the Cabrillo College ECE program. I love and enjoy working with young children... my passion!

Over 30 years experience in early childhood education, infant to school age children

Everyone’s Music School

Music Education

We provide music education for all walks of life! Our mission is to "create positive and lasting in change in people's lives using music education" We do online and in person music lessons.

Santa Cruz Learning Center

Tutoring, test prep, classes, summer camp

Our mission is to create a safe, constructive and effective learning environment with qualified educators who focus on individualized education.

Tai Cheri Music Lessons

Music Instructor

Music is fun and exciting to learn! Bring joy in your life and melt away anxieties. Online lessons offered with learning so easy and clear you won't believe the distance.

Family Network Preschool

Education & Childcare

We provide care for children ages 2-5 in a mixed age play-based learning environment. Our program focuses on social-emotional development with a strong emphasis on anti-bias, anti-racist and social justice curriculum.

Westside Video

Film & video game rentals; filmmaking instruction

Mobile film library with the biggest collection in California.

DJ STONEY

I look forward to the of making your vision into an amazing reality.

Allow me the opportunity to make your event special and a happy memory for all.

DJ STONEY

I look forward to the of making your vision into an amazing reality.

Allow me the opportunity to make your event special and a happy memory for all.

SureThing Productions

We provide consultation, site survey, staffing, budgeting, vendor contracts, artists advance, transportation, operation needs for any size event. US, Asia, Canada, Europe, Central America.

Stage & production management, event staffing, all aspects of live or video production

Brie Buxton, Birth Doula

Birth Doula, Prenatal & Birth Support, Full Spectrum Doula, Abortion/Miscarriage Support

Providing support & advocacy to the full spectrum of Santa Cruz families, and all pregnancy outcomes, on your journey to Baby.

Dazzling Designs by DeShonne: Paparazzi Accessories

You might think we're all about accessories, but Paparazzi is really about change! Changing the way people look. Changing the way people feel. Changing people's futures and their lives. Though our fashion-forward jewelry and product parties are centered on fun, Paparazzi fulfills a serious mission. We believe that trendy accessories can be available, and affordable, to women everywhere. We know that wearing a new look, and feeling confident in your appearance, builds amazing self-worth. Our passion is inspiring dreams, empowering talents, and reaching goals by sharing our products and the excitement of Paparazzi. We see it happen every day.

What's the most important thing to know about Paparazzi? It's fabulous fashion for just $5. Every piece. Every day. See it, feel it, wear it yourself!

Eldenwa Designs

Fashion Design / Creative Direction

Sustainable fashion brand. Handmade accessories and clothing made from upcycled jersey cotton. Making the world a better place one tshirt at a time!!

Spontaneous Confections

Baked goods and chocolate confections. The business I own is called, Spontaneous Confections. We strive to create innovative and delicious pastries using novel and seasonal ingredients. We want to bring fresh flavors and consistently create new items to bring joy to our customers. The difference between Spontaneous Confections and other bakeries and pastry pop-ups is that we bring new and innovative flavor combinations, and consistently create new combinations. We want to bring elevated and complex creations to Santa Cruz. I also want to support and foster the local baking community, draw talent and fine pastry enthusiasts from all over the world to showcase their skill and talent in Santa Cruz. I am also a combat veteran and am part of the Semper Fi & Americas foundation.

I am a local baker from Santa Cruz, who specializes in elegant pastries and chocolate confections. All items are made with all organic ingredients and high quality chocolate.

Verte Gift Box

Sharing our love of travel, sustainability, and supporting local artisans. Promoting farm-to-table, unique hand-made pieces and one-of-a-kind photos of some of our favorite places around the world.

Postures of Grace

Energy Medicine, Sound Healing, Trauma Healing

Subtle energy healing, sound healing, trauma healing, mindfulness

CrossFit Kel-Core

Fitness and Nutrition Coaching

CrossFit Kel-Core is the home of Kel-Core Training Systems. We offer world class training and nutrition coaching. We work to help people reach their goals and learn to live their life thriving, not just surviving.

Fitness Training with Adonis

Personal Training

Independent Personal Trainer with over 4 years and 2000 hours of experience. I offer 1 on 1, small group and team training.

Brie Buxton, Birth Doula

Birth Doula, Prenatal & Birth Support, Full Spectrum Doula, Abortion/Miscarriage Support

Providing support & advocacy to the full spectrum of Santa Cruz families, and all pregnancy outcomes, on your journey to Baby.

The Circle Family Center

Childbirth education, Parent education, Lactation/infant feeding, Parent support groups, prenatal/postpartum yoga, Postpartum mental wellness

We are a community organization committed serving familes of color during pregnancy, childbirth, and the early parenting years by to providing accessable and affordable birth/parent/newborn education, peer support, lactation support, and in home postpartum services to all families in Santa Cruz.

ABC/African-American Community Health Group

Health fairs, health seminars and health projects that target the Black community

Founded in the spring of 1998, ABC responded to the need for cultural appropriate health education and outreach to an underserved African-American community on the Central Coast.
Our goals are to make a healthier African-American community through: Education,Support, Advocacy, and Leadership.
Our mission is to empower African-Americans to be active and informed health consumers and survivors through self-help activities and health education. We work to create a dialogue with the community at large about racial disparities in health and the need for cultural and racial sensitivity.

ABC /African-American Community Health Group is the only grassroots nonprofit that targets the Black community of the central coast which include Santa Cruz, Monterey, and at San Benito Counties. Non-profit 501( c) 3 Tax ID 94-1186197

The Circle Family Center

Childbirth education, Parent education, Lactation/infant feeding, Parent support groups, prenatal/postpartum yoga, Postpartum mental wellness

We are a community organization committed serving familes of color during pregnancy, childbirth, and the early parenting years by to providing accessable and affordable birth/parent/newborn education, peer support, lactation support, and in home postpartum services to all families in Santa Cruz.

Derek Scott Painting

Residential House Painter

Family owned and operated house painting business since 2012. Interior and exterior. Licensed and bonded.

Patrick Trumpet Insurance Agency Inc.

Insurance Agent

We offer a variety of Insurance products and services including: Home, Auto, Life, Umbrella, Business and Workers Compensation. We are happy to offer free portfolio reviews of current coverages to determine any gaps or unnecessary costs. We have been in business for 5+ years.

Sol Petals

Interior Plant Concierge

Sol Petals was created to be more than just a plant service, it was created to be your Personal Interior Plant Concierge.

Vivere Drip Therapy

providing access to care through IV therapy, weight loss program and Telehealth Urgent care

Vivere Drip Therapy is a concierge IV therapy and Telehealth practice. Vivere proudly offers Concierge IV Hydration Therapy in the comfort of your home, hotel or at our premier facility, so you can feel replenished, revitalized and refreshed! Whether you are in need of Hydration And Vitamin Renewal from a night out, you’re an on the go traveler, or recovering from acute or chronic illness; From Athletes to CEO’s, we’ve got you covered. At Vivere we know how important effective care is in making a difference in the quality of your life! We passionately support you in feeling spectacular!

Blac Flowerz

Every brand I curate is either made by and or owned by a black American woman. 10% of profits go back into investing in other black owned businesses and 10% of profits go to non profits that help the black community.

Blac Flowerz is an enterprise from Charlie Conable. It is  dedicated to highlighting Black American Women entrepreneurs, Artists and Craftspeople.

Verte Gift Box

Sharing our love of travel, sustainability, and supporting local artisans. Promoting farm-to-table, unique hand-made pieces and one-of-a-kind photos of some of our favorite places around the world.

Blac Flowerz

Every brand I curate is either made by and or owned by a black American woman. 10% of profits go back into investing in other black owned businesses and 10% of profits go to non profits that help the black community.

Blac Flowerz is an enterprise from Charlie Conable. It is  dedicated to highlighting Black American Women entrepreneurs, Artists and Craftspeople.

Earthwise Landscaping

Landscape Maintenance and Design

We are a locally owned and operated business operating in Santa Cruz county. We specialize in drought tolerant plants and practices, succulents and xeriscape, and estate maintenance as well as small scale residential gardens. We use 100% organic fertilizers and zero chemicals.

Capitola Design

Design & Marketing Solutions for Businesses of Any Size

Capitola Design is a family owned and operated design firm. We have been in business in Santa Cruz County for over 20 years.

The graphic design department handles every design need- from logo design to brand development and everything in-between. We provide distinctive identity, and print solutions for businesses and individuals.

The digital development department focuses on complex web applications, including e-commerce, custom scripting, database-driven, dynamic websites, including Magento, Drupal, WordPress, Shopify, and other CMS systems, as well as Social Media assets. Our goal is to provide clients with a defined and consistent message in all aspects of their online presence.

Brie Buxton, Birth Doula

Birth Doula, Prenatal & Birth Support, Full Spectrum Doula, Abortion/Miscarriage Support

Providing support & advocacy to the full spectrum of Santa Cruz families, and all pregnancy outcomes, on your journey to Baby.

Alli Perez, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Individual, Couple, and Family Therapy

I provide individual, couple, and family therapy in Capitola. I specialize in issues of identity, culture, privilege and oppression and their impacts on relationships.

Sonivore Studio

Sonivore Studio is focused on producing music of the highest caliber, facilitating and building new artist relations, and bringing inspired individuals together to deliver impeccable productions.

Recording/Engineering, Mixing, Voiceover Recording, Composition, Production

M&T Medical Transport of California LLC

M&T Medical Transport of California, LLC (DBA: M&T MEDICAL TRANSPORT) provides safe, reliable, and compassionate Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) services throughout Santa Cruz and Santa Clara Counties. We specialize in helping individuals with mobility challenges access medical care and essential appointments with dignity and peace of mind.

Safe, reliable Non-Emergency Medical Transportation including wheelchair, gurney, and ambulatory services for appointments, hospital discharges, and senior care. Serving Santa Cruz & Santa Clara Counties.

Autism Family Network Santa Cruz

Mission Statement: Autism Family Network Santa Cruz is dedicated and committed to Bridging the Gap within our communities for those individuals on the Autism Spectrum and those with Special Needs by providing education, resources, special events, public awareness and acceptance for all. We strive to assist our community for the supporting of Autism Awareness, Acceptance and Activities while empowering individuals to embrace our differences and motivate inclusiveness for all.

Creating event to promote awareness and provide an inclusive environment for all with special abilities.

Verte Gift Box

Sharing our love of travel, sustainability, and supporting local artisans. Promoting farm-to-table, unique hand-made pieces and one-of-a-kind photos of some of our favorite places around the world.

Incandessence

 I make my own bath and body products and I also sell new and used clothing.

Online boutique with bath and body products, clothing and accessories

Black Surf Santa Cruz

BSSC promotes physical, spiritual, and communal wellness and healing through surfing, recreation, education, and advocacy for our BIPOC community.

Brie Buxton, Birth Doula

Birth Doula, Prenatal & Birth Support, Full Spectrum Doula, Abortion/Miscarriage Support

Providing support & advocacy to the full spectrum of Santa Cruz families, and all pregnancy outcomes, on your journey to Baby.

Devi Pride Photography

Studio and/or location photography

Voted Best in Santa Cruz 2013-2020
Studio and/or location photography offered. Business Headshots, Weddings, Events, Real Estate, Maternity, Newborn, Family and Boudoir Photography.

Rhapsody Communications LLC

Electrical Materials Supplier

We are DBE, MBE and SB Supplier of Electrical Wire, Fiber Optic Cable and Associated Materials.

Bradfield and Associates

Home Sales and Property Management

Bradfield and Associates is a boutique real estate company offering superior service. We believe in quality over quantity which enables us to provide every client with professional excellence.

Dennis Scott Realty

Realtor

If you have any questions about home buying, selling or investing, please send Dennis an email at dennis@strockrealestate.com ­or give him a call at (831) 325-1122.

R.F. 1031 Exchanges LLC

1031 Exchange Intermediary Service

We provide intermediary services for the 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange in the Real Estate Industry.

Stephanie Bluford Realty

Realtor

Proud Santa Cruz Realtor with deep roots in the community, helping you find the perfect home or get top value when selling. It would be my pleasure to help you navigate the market with honesty, care, and expert insight.

Troy Chasey, Realtor

Commercial, Investment, & Residential Sales

Guiding buyers and sellers across Santa Cruz County with trusted local expertise. As both a real estate agent and marketing professional, I bring strategic insight and deep local knowledge to every transaction. Call, email, or DM on Instagram to get in touch.

Oswald

Dining

California comfort food and craft cocktails in the heart of downtown Santa Cruz since 1995.

Persephone Restaurant

Food and Beverage

We are a family run restaurant specializing in fine dining. We base our food according to what’s really in season, hence the name ‘Persephone’. Runner up for best new restaurant in 2017! We pride ourselves on being the best, and live to serve our community!

GlowPower Global

Self-Love

GlowPower Global is a lifestyle movement about living with genuine intention. It includes GlowPower (dancing in nature), The Self-Love Tour, The 21 Laws of Self-Love, and more.

The founder, Désirée, has worked as a mentor and ontological coach for over twenty-five years, supporting people in realigning their focus and appreciation for themselves, their natural gifts, and their future. She most recently released The 21 Laws of Self-Love, an interactive coaching guide that powerfully builds self-esteem and emotional confidence.

Akasha Apothecary

Herbalist & Women's Health

Eco Conscious Marketplace and healing center
Organic Apothecary • CBD • Fair Trade Clothing & Artisan Goods

Wild Seeds Utility Cream

Skin care

We are a family owned business that enjoys putting our love of self-care into our small batch body oils, creams, salves, deodorants, and lip care. Our company uses Full Spectrum CBD and THC infused oils to help heal our most precious organ, our skin.

Mindful Dating

Match making, Dating Coaching, Conscious Uncoupling, Weddings, Life Cycle Rituals, Healing Retreats.

I coach kind successful women who have been dating the wrong guys to attract  the kind of man who will love, empower, and cherish them. Joining a community supporting you to love and center yourself is the key.

1. People of Color Meditation Mondays 6pm on Zoom Meeting ID: 869 5499 6826  Passcode: 7rH5*g
2. Weekly ALL community meditation, one on one coaching, or black women's healing circle on Sunday mornings Patreon.com/mindfullovelife
3. To join a collective of black women helping one another thrive, email me at blackgirlmagicsantacruz@gmail.com

The Intuitive Wildflower

Oracle card readings, mediumship, reiki, crystal guidance

Our business offers Oracle card readings, mediumship sessions, and Reiki healing to provide guidance, connection, clarity, and holistic well-being for our clients.

Black Girls Surf

Surf Lessons

Black Girls Surf is a surf school located in downtown Santa Cruz, CA LESSONS: Adult daily • Youth: Saturday & Sundays

Alli Perez, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Individual, Couple, and Family Therapy

I provide individual, couple, and family therapy in Capitola. I specialize in issues of identity, culture, privilege and oppression and their impacts on relationships.

HH & Co. – Amber Thuston

I live in Carmichael but work virtually out of the Santa Cruz group practice. People can contact me directly through the website or my email for appointments.

I offer therapy focused on your strengths & resources with an understanding that life can be messy & challenging sometimes.

Art by Zen

Art

Educating the world through expressive, interdisciplinary art and acrylic paintings! I seek to empower individuals and help spread awareness on influential and important activists that have impacted our society today.

Everyone’s Music School

Music Education

We provide music education for all walks of life! Our mission is to "create positive and lasting in change in people's lives using music education" We do online and in person music lessons.

Santa Cruz Art League

art and theater classes, gift shop, exhibitions

Since 1919 the Art League has been providing a space for local creatives to meet, learn, and thrive through classes, performances, and exhibitions.

Tai Cheri Music Lessons

Music Instructor

Music is fun and exciting to learn! Bring joy in your life and melt away anxieties. Online lessons offered with learning so easy and clear you won't believe the distance.

Tannery World Dance & Cultural Center

Dance Studio

Tannery World Dance & Cultural Center (TWDCC) facilitates a working home for professional world & contemporary dance artists, while providing dance education that is committed to access, equity, and excellence.

Akasha Apothecary

Herbalist & Women's Health

Eco Conscious Marketplace and healing center
Organic Apothecary • CBD • Fair Trade Clothing & Artisan Goods

Ital Healing

Ital Healing Sea Moss and Roots Tonic! Imported fresh Organic Sea Moss from Jamaica 🇯🇲 ! Heal your BODY! Feed your SOUL!

We provide the most natural wildcrafted sea moss products. Our sea moss is imported fresh from Jamaica. Healing and wellness is what we provide.

Mindful Dating

Match making, Dating Coaching, Conscious Uncoupling, Weddings, Life Cycle Rituals, Healing Retreats.

I coach kind successful women who have been dating the wrong guys to attract  the kind of man who will love, empower, and cherish them. Joining a community supporting you to love and center yourself is the key.

1. People of Color Meditation Mondays 6pm on Zoom Meeting ID: 869 5499 6826  Passcode: 7rH5*g
2. Weekly ALL community meditation, one on one coaching, or black women's healing circle on Sunday mornings Patreon.com/mindfullovelife
3. To join a collective of black women helping one another thrive, email me at blackgirlmagicsantacruz@gmail.com