DEATH AND SAXES Tenor Sax player John Bouwsma leads a jazz band. The band includes Harrison Brand on guitar, Jamie Brudnick on double bass, and drummer Ben Sibley. This concert is a great way to relax after Christmas. You can enjoy Discretion Brewing’s drinks or choose from non-alcoholic options. No need to sing holiday songs if you don’t want to. KEITH LOWELL JENSEN
INFO: 5:30pm, Discretion Brewing, 2703 41st Ave, Soquel. Free. 316-0662.
JAM BAND
EDGE OF THE WEST This band plays “cosmic country jam.” The musicians have played with famous artists like Todd Snider and Jefferson Starship. They play original songs and covers from the 1970s. You might hear new favorites! KLJ
INFO: 6pm, El Vaquero Winery, 2901 Freedom Blvd, Watsonville. $10. 607-8118.
HOLIDAYS
KWANZAA CELEBRATION Join the Kwanzaa celebration at MAH. It is a time for unity and purpose. There will be music, local speakers, and candle lighting. Everyone is welcome! ISABELLA MARIE SANGALINE
INFO: Noon, The MAH, 705 Front St, Santa Cruz. Free. 429-1964.
Vocabulary List:
- Discretion /dɪˈskrɛʃən/ (noun): The quality of having or showing discernment or good judgment.
- Celebration /ˌsɛlɪˈbreɪʃən/ (noun): The act of marking a special event or occasion with festivities.
- Unity /ˈjuːnɪti/ (noun): The state of being united or joined as a whole.
- Cosmic /ˈkɒzmɪk/ (adjective): Relating to the universe especially as distinct from the Earth.
- Original /əˈrɪdʒənl/ (adjective): Present or existing from the beginning; first or earliest.
- Options /ˈɒpʃənz/ (noun): Choices or alternatives available in a particular situation.
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