Neal is a lifelong Santa Cruz local and acting Managing Editor for Santa Cruz Vibes. When he’s not writing, he’s teaching yoga, surfing, spending time with his animals, or strumming on his guitar. He feels incredibly honored to be in the position to spotlight awesome local events, inspiring creatives, quirky local treasures, and high-level athletes.
Tessa Hope Hasty’s exhibit at Minnow Arts highlights her expressive take on natural beauty and feminine energy
Fourteen-year-old Isla Hardy reflects on her showing at the illustrious Stab High aerial surf event in Japan
Santa Cruz Longboard Union’s long-running event enjoys epic conditions over the holiday weekend
Local youth pastor Nick Hart’s nonprofit, Flow, aims to connect kids with healthy activities
Adaptive surfers find freedom and friendship amongst the healing waters of Pleasure Point
Local pros and Average Joes take to the water at Pleasure Point to benefit underserved communities in Indonesia
Environmental artists Estess, Steinberg, and Cunningham show off their thought provoking art at the Minnow Arts show in Downtown Santa Cruz
Chaminade Resort offers a unique retreat for dog owners and their canine companions
Local rock trio discuss their origins, evolution, and upcoming “Thrash Magick Tour,” in Australia
Retired Army Ranger Greg Baker’s mission to help returning veterans heal in Nicaragua through service, solidarity, and surfing.
A Nicaraguan boat adventure, starring a couple special friends
The agony of international travel gives way to pure bliss in tropical Nicaragua
Local team events offer both challenge and community to Santa Cruz surfers, as well as a chance to represent their home town on the global stage
Adam Replogle wants to help you find the board of your dreams– for a great price!
Santa Cruz Boardroom takes over long-dormant Sears building for a day of skateboarding mayhem at the Capitola Mall
Introducing the voice behind one of Santa Cruz’s hottest next-gen punk acts.
A new large scale art installation by local environmental artist, Ethan Estess
One Man’s Mission to Spread Christmas Cheer To Those Both Far and Near
Long-time punker and videographer Guerin Myall shares some of his favorite punk-rock moments from over the decades.
A safe space for individuals utilizing psychedelics in service of recovery to tell their story and find community
Patricio Guerrero and the team at Swellcycle Surfboards are making waves in the sustainable surfboard building industry
RISING SEA LEVELS WILL TRANSFORM OUR COAST AND OUR FUTURE WAY OF LIFE
A spooky mixed media/assemblage art piece by talented local creative Janina Church
Hear what competitors, spectators, and event organizers had to say of the 2024 WOW event held last weekend at Capitola
The Rio Theatre sees a sold-out house for filmmaker Josh Pomer’s epic Shawn “Barney” Barron tribute
Despite lackluster waves, the 2024 Women On Waves surf contest at Capitola proved to be a hit once again with competitors and spectators alike
Putting it all on the line in Nicaragua, just for a couple sublime moments in a watery womb
Master painter Amadeo Bachar’s tribute to the mighty Pacific Bluefin Tuna
Indonesian surf camp in the Telos Islands lures in local surfers with it’s bounty of world class surf
Traditional folk-acoustic guitarist from Australia impresses all in attendance at the Catalyst last Friday
Meghan Robinson explains her experience working with this transformative form of body work
Santa Cruz artist Brittany Costanzo details her latest art project, an educational mural at Soquel Elementary
The sites and sounds at the 41st Annual Capitola Art and Wine Festival
Despite coming late to the game, Jack Akrop has proven himself as an elite big-wave surfer
17 year-old Soquel High Student Jack Snyder details his love affair with Half Moon Bay’s infamous heavy-water wave
Nicaraguan Surfing Federation Secretary Gianni Landolfi on his dreams for the Central American country’s competitive surfing future
Legendary Santa Cruz artist Jimbo Phillips shares his latest, disgustingly-awesome Santa Cruz Skateboards graphic
A chat with Pleasure Point Dance and Yoga Studio Owner Megan McAllister
After years without major sponsorship, the Mel’s ink deal with upstart clothing company, Darc Sport
Lanny Headrick revels in bringing his whimsically wooden Robotic art pieces to life
Andre Giorenelli’s surf training operation is helping young surfers, such as Kai Dollar, reach their fullest potential
Local ocean-centric artist FJ Anderson’s current oil painting in-progress masterfully captures the beauty of the savage sea
Local urban art extraordinaire Taylor Reinhold shares the story behind his latest mural with MFC standout Erika Rosedale
Local underground ripper Stefan Woliczko humbly joins long line of acclaimed Santa Cruz based surfboard shapers
East Cliff Drive once again painted Red, White, and Blue as quirky Independence Day parade celebrates the Nation’s founding
Local surfer Luke McLelan’s first children’s book offers a charming tale starring a certain furry local celebrity
Local businesses and artisans attract large crowds at the 10th annual Pleasure Point Street Fair
Vets find camaraderie and connection in the healing waters of the sea.
The tradition lives on at the Santa Cruz Longboard Union’s Memorial Day Classic
At age 60, Santa Cruz native Tony Roberts has cracked the code to surfing strong into one’s Golden Years
What’s the story behind Maia Negre’s latest tropically inspired Plumeria oil paintings?
Santa Cruz Surf Club Founding Member Bob “Ritt” Rittenhouse reflects on almost a century of Santa Cruz livin’.
Fishing Tour Guide Joe Stagnero wants you to experience the drama and beauty of the Monterey Bay.
