DATEBOOK: Sept. 25 to Oct. 30

Submit Datebook items to pb******@*********er.com, or drop off press releases or photos at 5215 Scotts Valley Drive, Ste. F, Scotts Valley 95066. Deadline is 5 p.m. Tuesday. Entries are subject to editing, and publication is not guaranteed. Check out www.pressbanner.com to submit your own listings that will appear in our online Datebook.
Saturday, Sept. 25
Prostate Cancer Awareness Day
When: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Sutter Maternity and Surgery Center, 2900 Chanticleer Ave., in Santa Cruz.
Details: Free blood work and prostate examinations will be offered from 9 a.m. to noon. Prostate screening lectures by Dr. Steven Roberts will run from 8 to 9 a.m. and from noon to 1 p.m. in the Sutter Room.
Info: 479-6629
24th annual River and Road Cleanup
When: 9 a.m.
Where: Felton Covered Bridge Park, Graham Hill Road and Mount Hermon Road, in Felton
Details: The Valley Women’s Club will partner with Save Our Shores’ annual Coastal Clean-up to raise public awareness about the link between the health of the San Lorenzo River Watershed and the health of the ocean.
Info: Nancy Macy, 338-1728
E-waste recycling
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Scotts Valley Fire Department, 7 Erba Lane, in Scotts Valley
Details: Because e-waste is banned from landfills, this collection day ensures that the items will be properly reused, recycled and disposed of and will not become a source of pollution to rivers, streams and groundwater supplies.
Info: 438-0732
Free sports day in Boulder Creek
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Bear Creek Country Club, 15685 Forest Hill Drive, in Boulder Creek
Details: Children and adults can join Matt McGee for free basketball, volleyball and tennis and light refreshments. Those who plan to attend should call ahead.
Info: 338-6450 or mj*****@***il.com
Sunday, Sept. 26
Davenport Artisan Marke t
When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Davenport Roadhouse Restaurant & Inn, 1 Davenport Ave., in Davenport
Details: Local artisans will sell handcrafted jewelry, artwork, photography and more during the last market of the season.
Info: 338-9199
Pioneer day at Quail Hollow
When: 1 to 3 p.m.
Where: Quail Hollow Ranch County Park, 800 Quail Hollow Road, in Felton
Details: Those age 5 and older are invited to dress up in historical attire, set up a “homestead” and learn how to survive by bartering as pioneers.
Cost: $2
Info: 335-9348
Monday, Sept. 27
American Red Cross mobile blood drive
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: San Agustin Catholic Church, 257 Glenwood Drive, in Scotts Valley
Details: Call or go online to schedule an appointment.
Info: 800-733-2767 or www.redcrossblood.org (sponsor code AGUSTIN)
Friday, Oct. 1
‘Italian Affaire’ fundraiser
When: 5:30 p.m.
Where: Cocoanut Grove’s Sunroom, 400 Beach St., in Santa Cruz
Details: All proceeds will stay in the valley and help support Mountain Community Resources and its programs.
Cost: $75
Info: www.mountaincommunityresources.org
Contra Dance
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Felton Community Hall, 6191 Highway 9, in Felton
Details: No partner is necessary for this lively Celtic-derived dance. Wear comfortable clothes and soft-soled shoes. This is a fragrance-free event; no perfumes or other scents should be worn.
Cost: $10 ($9 members), $6 for students.
Info: Paul, 464-0877 or http://santacruzdance.org
Saturday, Oct. 2
Church flea market
When: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Felton Presbyterian Church, 600 Highway 9, in Felton
Details: The event will benefit Hurricane Katrina and Brazil building projects and will also feature refreshments, baked goods and lunch. Vendor spaces are $15 to rent must be reserved in advance.
Info: 335-6905
Sunday, Oct. 3
Birding through the habitats
When: 8 to 10 a.m.
Where: Quail Hollow Ranch County Park, 800 Quail Hollow Road, Felton
Details: Explore the majority of the 15 local bird environments; no birding experience is necessary. Wear warm clothing and comfortable shoes, and take binoculars and a field guide if you have them. For all ages.
Info: 335-9348
Scotts Valley Firefighters Pancake Breakfast
When: 8 a.m. to noon
Where: Scotts Valley District Station 1, 7 Erba Lane, Scotts Valley
Details: Along with breakfast, participants will be shown demonstrations and information from various public safety agencies. There will also be station tours for children and adults.
Info: Chris Stubendorff, 438-0211
Valley Women’s Club meet and greet
When: 2 to 6 p.m.
Where: Highlands Park Senior Center, 8500 Highway 9, in Ben Lomond
Details: The afternoon is for people interested in joining the group and for members who want to catch up.
Info: Lynn McKibbin, 345-1195; or Vince Waskell, 335-4249
Wednesday, Oct. 6
Sons In Retirement luncheon
When: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Portuguese Hall, 216 Evergreen St., in Santa Cruz
Details: This monthly luncheon for retired men will feature speaker Pat Pfremmer on research into adoptions, genealogy, reunions and more.
Info: Dave, 336-8481
Stand-Up Chameleon
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Boulder Creek Library Children’s Room, 13390 W. Park Ave., in Boulder Creek.
Details: Jackson Gillman will incorporate comedy, drama, music, dance, mime and sign language in an intimate style of theater.
Info: 206-3623
Foster care, adoption orientation
When: 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Boys and Girls Club of Santa Cruz, 543 Center St., in Santa Cruz
Info: 454-4687
Saturday, Oct. 9
Models and Miniatures Show
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: San Lorenzo Valley Museum, 12547 Highway 9, in Boulder Creek
Details: The show will feature models of trains, cars, trucks, ships and working mechanical machines. Miniatures will include dollhouses and dollhouse miniatures, books, artwork, dioramas and more.
Cost: Free; a donation of $5 per family is appreciated
Info: 338-8382
Scotts Valley Wine and Chocolate Festival
When: 1 to 5 p.m.
Where: Scotts Valley Community Center
Details: Enjoy chocolate and wine tasting from Mint, Roudon-Smith Winery, Chocolate Visions and more.
Cost: $20
Info: Scotts Valley Senior Center, 438-8666
Bonny Doon Volunteer Fire and Rescue barbecue
When: 4 to 8 p.m.
Where: Bonny Doon Fire Station, 975 Martin Road, in Bonny Doon
Details: Skirt steaks, chili, pasta, hot dogs, a silent auction and more
Cost: $10 adults, $5 children
Info: Michele at 427-2671; or Pam at 426-3080
Mountain Parks Lobster Feed
When: 4:30 to 8 p.m.
Where: Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Picnic Area 1, 101 N. Big Trees Park Road, in Felton
Details: At this always sold-out dinner, lobsters take center stage. A ticket promises 1½ pounds of lobster, corn, salad, garlic bread and desserts. Beer, wine and soft drinks are included, too. Tickets can be bought online or by phone.
Cost: $60
Info: Jeannie Kegebein, 335-3174 or www.mountainparks.org
Sunday, Oct. 10
Models and Miniatures Show
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: San Lorenzo Valley Museum, 12547 Highway 9, in Boulder Creek
Details: The show will feature models of trains, cars, trucks, ships and working mechanical machines. Miniatures will include dollhouses and dollhouse miniatures, books, artwork, dioramas and more.
Cost: Free; a donation of $5 per family is appreciated
Info: 338-8382
Transition San Lorenzo Valley Potluck
When: Noon to 2 p.m.
Where: Felton Covered Bridge Park, Graham Hill Road and Mount Hermon Road, in Felton
Details: Share a meal and discuss ways to work towards a more sustainable San Lorenzo Valley.
Info: Steve, di***********@***oo.com or http://transitionslv.ning.com/events
Saturday, Oct. 16
Parkinson’s disease symposium
When: 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Elks Lodge, 150 Jewell St., in Santa Cruz.
Details: Featured speakers from Stanford Medical Center and the Parkinson’s Institute in Sunnyvale will give presentations, along with exhibitors offering products and services. Refreshments will be served. The day is free, but seating is limited; advance reservations may be made by phone.
Info: 877-438-3574
Sunday, Oct. 17
Children’s Harvest Festival
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Highlands Park, 8500 Highway 9, in Ben Lomond
Details: Hosted by the Children’s Center of San Lorenzo Valley, the day features an inflatable slide, a bounce house, children’s games, face painting, a magician, music, food and more.
Cost: Free
Info: Lisa Whitworth, 408-316-5120
Historical crafts for kids
When: 10 a.m. to noon
Where: Quail Hollow Ranch County Park, 800 Quail Hollow Road, Felton
Details: Children age 5 and older can go back in time and spend an artsy afternoon creating traditional hands-on crafts from Ohlone, mission and early American traditions.
Cost: $5, includes materials
Info: 335-9348
Thursday, Oct. 28
Joint networking mixer with Campbell, Los Gatos
When: 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Where: Hilton Santa Cruz-Scotts Valley, 6001 La Madrona, in Scotts Valley
Details: This is the place to make lasting connections and get advice from other business people from the valley and over the hill.
Info: 438-1010
Saturday, Oct. 30
Harvest and Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair
When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, 5271 Scotts Valley Drive
Details: Get your holiday shopping done early and check out handmade crafts and quilt displays. The fair will also have face painting, pumpkin decorating, baked goods, and a raffle.
Info: 438-4360, www.stphilip-sv.org