(08:23) SANTA CRUZ – Bookshop Santa Cruz is seeking local artists to create three artful benches to be installed in city parks. The public art project is part of the bookshop’s 50th anniversary celebration. All professional artists who are Santa Cruz County residents and have proof of general liability insurance are eligible. Each selected artist will be paid a $1,250 stipend for the creation of their bench. Proposals must be submitted by March 18. To learn about the design criteria and more, visit bookshopsantacruz.com . (S.G.)
