As we make our weekly pilgrimage to the Downtown Farmer’s Market, the arrival of baskets of strawberries, bunches of bright flowers, and little ones with big ice cream cones all point to one thing: June is here! June brings with it hot weather, and a chance for family gatherings in outdoor spaces, seasonal recipes and trips to the beach. Discover below our picks for June’s best events and inspiration for a great start to Summer.
1. Start off June with the Santa Cruz Museum of Art as they host Juneteenth at the Louden Nelson Community Center. This free festival celebrates the 151st anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation with a parade, pop up museum, and food. (Via Santa Cruz MAH)
2. Struggling to use up all the produce you picked up at the Downtown Farmer’s Market? Try a savory recipe, like sweet corn and shrimp risotto, or get your sweet fix with a delicious strawberry recipe. We can’t wait to try the roasted strawberry vanilla yogurt. (Via Santa Cruz Community Farmer’s Market, Delish, and Shape Magazine)
3. We love taking a trip down memory lane to see how the past has shaped current design trends. These dreamy bathrooms that have graced the pages of Vogue over the years will indulge your nostalgia and maybe even inspire a remodel. (Via Vogue)
4. Looking for the perfect June outfit? We’ll be wearing this First Rite jumpsuit to all our BBQs. Available at Stripe and online. (Via First Rite)
5. One of our favorite summer activities is re-imagining our spaces to let in light and shed winter layers. Take a look at these gorgeous homes, and get inspired to change up your décor for the summer. (Via Elle Décor)
6. If you are looking for something a little more down to earth, Ikea released a minimalist’s dream collection with Swedish designer Ingegard Raman. It is full of beautiful woven textures and timeless ceramics with a price point that will make anyone happy. (Via Refinery29)
7. When the heat gets to us, we’ll be taking a day trip to the newly remodeled SF MoMA. We are excited to see the expansion and get a peak at all of the art we have missed the last 2 years. (Via New York Times)
8. After you have finished perusing the internet, head outside to spot some whales in the Monterey Bay. June and July are the best months to view these majestic creatures in Santa Cruz. (Via Santa Cruz Waves)