“Final Checkout” murder mystery show to support local libraries

Published July 18, 2025 10:43 PM

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) -- If you're a fan of murder mysteries and supporting your local library, Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries has something up your alley.

A local playwright and group of actors putting on a murder mystery show called "Final Checkout."

The play is serving as a fundraiser for Garfield Park Library's Literacy Programs, bringing in therapy dogs and preschool storytime.

Starting Friday night, the event takes place again on Saturday, July 19 and Sunday, July 20.

Saturday's show is at 7 p.m. at Satori Arts at 815 Almar Ave Unit 9 in Santa Cruz.

On Sunday, the show will take place at 2 p.m. at Cabrillo College's Room 322 in Aptos.

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