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Friday, Jan. 6

Introduction to meditation workshop

When: 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Where 231-A Main St., in Ben Lomond

Details: This workshop, led by Jeffrey Compton, aims to explain meditation and how it is used in daily life.

Cost: Free

Info: 336-1300 or jeffrey@sanctusbodywork.com

Contra dance

When: 8 to 11 p.m.

Where: Felton Community Hall, 6191 Highway 9, in Felton

Details: All dances are taught, and no partner is needed.

Cost: $10 suggested donation

Info: http://santacruzdance.org

Sunday, Jan. 8

SLV grad night fundraiser

When: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Where: 9 Burger, 15520 Highway 9, in Boulder Creek

Details: The owners of 9 Burger will donate 15 percent of all proceeds Sunday to San Lorenzo Valley High School’s Grad Night 2012.

Wednesday, Jan. 11

Beginning iPad class

When: 2 to 4 p.m.

Where: Satellite Telework Center, 6265 Highway 9, in Felton

Details: This workshop, led by tech expert Doreen Lozano, is meant for the new or novice user of the iPad 1 or 2.  It will cover email, basic editing, Web surfing, photos and use of the App Store to download applications, music, books and magazines. Participants should register in advance.

Cost: $45 per person

Info: 588-9651 or doreen13@mac.com

Thursday, Jan. 12

Author to speak

When: 7 to 7:45 p.m.

Where: Luminescence Tea Room, 13140 Highway 9, in Boulder Creek

Details: Author Margaret Murray will read from her book “Sundagger.net.” Indian drumming will start the event.

Cost: Free

Info: 338-7546

Friday, Jan. 13

Opening art reception

When: 6 to 8 p.m.

Where: Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center, 9341 Mill St., in Ben Lomond

Details: Visitors can meet the artists at the opening of “Inspirations!” — the first gallery exhibition of the year. The gallery will be open from Jan. 11 to March 17.

Info: www.mountainartcenter.org

Wednesday, Jan. 18

SLE Night at Mama Mia's

When: 5 to 8 p.m.

Where: Mama Mia’s, 6231 Graham Hill Road, in Felton

Details: Twenty percent of proceeds on food and drinks, either dine-in or takeout, will be donated to support San Lorenzo Valley Elementary School programs.