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Between the beautiful views, incredible surfing and plethora of marine life, the Monterey Bay Sanctuary is certainly something worth celebrating. Come on down to the Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf for a day of family-friendly festivities honoring the bay as well as celebrating the 100th birthday of the Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf. Enjoy three live bands, learn from local environmental organizations and view local art, all while strolling in leisurely fashion along the wharf and feeling the sea breeze on your face. Storytellers, bird spotters, marine experts, boat makers, ecotour guides, fish cleaners and landscapers building a native plant parklet will also be on hand to create a diverse and rich cultural event.
Saturday, May 17 at the Santa Cruz Wharf. 11:00am - 5:00pm. Free.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
11 am – 12 pm Wharf Stage: Welcome by Geoffrey Dunn and Mayor Lynn Robinson
—Talks by Congressman Sam Farr and Former Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta
— Commentary by Dan Haifley and Paul Michel on the Role of the Wharf
12 pm – 12:45 pm Wharf Stage: Music from: Zun Zun
1 pm – 1:45 pm Wharf Stage: Music from Peter Weiss, the singing scientist
1:45 pm - Wharf Green Business certifications presented by City Council Member David Terrazas
2:30 pm - Fish cleaning and boat building demonstrations
3:00 pm - Santa Cruz Warriors mascot Mav'Riks special appearance
4 pm – 4:45 pm Wharf Stage: Reggae with Animo
Photo by Cynthia Yock on Wikimedia Commons
