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Gender-focused zines

These publications may cover a wide range of subjects, from fashion and lifestyle to social issues and politics, tailored to an audience of a specific…
Preston Sawyer + Ephemera Collection

This collection of ephemera originated with a substantial contribution from Preston Sawyer (1899-1968). He grew up in Santa Cruz and worked for local…
Santa Cruz Lifestyle and Culture Zines

These zines focus on arts, literature, music, photography, poetry, and literacy. The ‘zines’ include those that are focused around a specific …
Marilyn Hummel: Bonny Doon History and Bonny Doon Ecological Reserve

Marilyn Hummel (1927-2013) was a resident of Bonny Doon from 1968 until her death in 2013. Adapted from her obituary:
Marilyn Hummel held strong…
View the items in Marilyn Hummel: Bonny Doon History and Bonny Doon Ecological Reserve
Special Collections

Special Collections consist of research material donated to Santa Cruz Public Libraries.
Santa Cruz Homes and Gardens

Historic homes and gardens in Santa Cruz County documented through photos and articles.
Photograph Collection

Photographs from the 1860's to the 2000's, documenting the history of Santa Cruz County.
Santa Cruz History Articles

Original articles by library staff and by local authors and material from historical books.