Between the forest and the ocean, among the students and the yuppies, Anarchists in Santa Cruz have fostered a close-knit community dedicated to the destruction of this world and the creation of another. Santa Cruz is a hub of anarchist culture and resistance, with a long history of radical struggle and active anarchist projects spanning decades. From May 7th to 10th, the Santa Cruz Anarchist Convergence was a four-day event for building community and resistance and sharing radical ideas. The convergence was focused around the SubRosa Infoshop, but event happened at various locations in the Santa Cruz area.

Santa Cruz hosted its first ever Anarchist Bookfair, a two-day exposition of books, zines, pamphlets, art, film/video, and other cultural and political productions of the anarchist movement, on May 9th and 10th at SubRosa Infoshop. A Free Skool Conference happened in conjunction with the Santa Cruz Anarchist Convergence, with activities including a community picnic, panel and group discussions, and a campfire. Additionally, there was a kick-off show, a squaredance, bike rides, a punk show and more.

Anarchist Convergence: Bigger Than a Breadbox | Workshop Schedule | Workshop Descriptions and Events Info

Audio Interview || May 9th: Where the Wild Things Are - Midnight Mystery Ride || May 10th: Local History Bike Tour || Call for Housing and other Mutual Aid || Workshop Tracks for Santa Cruz Anarchist Convergence

Reportback from the North American Free Skool Conference & More!