Located in San Lorenzo Park, the Santa Cruz Lawn Bowling Club is a 14,400-square-foot artifical green. Although lawn bowling is not as popular in North America as it is in Europe, the sport is easy to learn and is not physically demanding on participants. Club members play Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Newcomers are encouraged to call to make an appointment.
The Boys & Girls Club of Santa Cruz offers a safe place for youth ages 6 to 18. Whether through after-school care or summer camp activities, The Boys & Girls Club offers both education and entertainment for local youth. The club offers weekly swimming and music lessons. In addition, the center holds regular teen nights and family nights.
The Veterans of Foreign Wars is a membership-based fraternal organization for combat veterans. A full bar is open evenings to members. Wednesday night features Thai dinners and dart games. A hall for up to 200 people can be rented out to the public. An outdoor patio, featuring a barbecue area, is a short walk to a newly installed horseshoe pit.
Santa Cruz Elks Lodge offers a place for Elks members to gather. It works closely with the community through special programs, sponsorships, fundraisers and special events. The location hosts weekly bingo games and dinners, as well as birthday nights and community events. A calendar of local events is available at the website listed.
For more than 20 years, this club has provided entertainment and a warm neighborhood feel. Lined with televisions, dart boards and sports paraphernalia, the Double Oh Seven has a game for everyone. When you need a break from a few games of billiards, find your way to the bar and order one of Katie's pink lemonades, a local favorite.