Datebook

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Friday, Aug. 5
Photography exhibit and reception
When: 5 to 8 p.m.
Where: White Raven Coffeehouse, 6253 Highway 9, in Felton
Details: An artist reception with photographer Frank Leonard will highlight the Nature Spirits Photography exhibit. Live music is on tap from 5 to 6:30 p.m. The exhibit will continue through Oct. 11.
Ham radio club meets
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Zayante Fire Station, 7700 E. Zayante Road, in Felton
Details: Joe Fisher will explain high-speed multimedia mesh network and their use.
Info: www.alvarc.org
First Friday contra dance
When: 7:40 p.m.
Where: Felton Community Hall, 6191 Highway 9, in Felton
Details: No partner necessary; wear soft-soled shoes. No perfumes, please.
Cost: $10, $6 students
Info: Paul, 464-0877; or www.santacruzdance.org
Saturday, Aug. 6
Parking lot rummage sale
When: 9 a.m.
Where: Glen Arbor School, 9393 Glen Arbor Road, in Ben Lomond
Details: Purchases will support the nonprofit school. Donated items will be accepted before the sale.
Info: 336-3448
Boulder Creek flea market
When: 9:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Where: Boulder Creek Recreation, 13333 Middleton Ave., in Boulder Creek
Details: Between 15 and 20 vendors are expected, along with a bake sale and seniors craft sale.
Cost: Spaces available for $15
Info: 338-4144
Habitat garage sale in Scotts Valley
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: 114 Hacienda Drive, in Scotts Valley
Details: Building materials, doors, windows, power tools and hand tools will be sold. Proceeds will support Habitat for Humanity’s project on Blake Lane in Scotts Valley.
Info: www.habitatsc.org
Dawgs 1-year anniversary
When: Noon to 2 p.m.
Where: Dawgs, 5272 Scotts Valley Drive, in Scotts Valley
Details: Free tastings, discounts and happy-hour pricing are planned to mark the eatery’s first year.
Info: 438-5800 or www.dawgs-sv.com
Free Spirituals Night concert
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Mount Hermon Christian Conference Center, 37 Conference Drive, in Mount Hermon
Details: The 60-person Celebration Choir will perform under the direction of Connie Fortunato of Scotts Valley, with piano soloist Marti Williams.
Cost: Donation suggested
Info: 335-4466 or mounthermon.org/concerts
Sunday, Aug. 7
Succulent gardening workshop
When: 1 to 3 p.m.
Where: Quail Hollow Ranch County Park, 800 Quail Hollow Road, in Ben Lomond
Details: Master gardener Bonnie Pond will help attendees age 10 and older develop miniature gardens with succulents.
Info: 335-9348
Junction Park concert in the park
When: 1 to 3 p.m.
Where: Junction Park, corner of Middleton and Railroad avenues, in Boulder Creek
Details: Bluegrass artists Coffee Zombie Collective will play and hot dogs, ice cream and goodies will be sold during the first concert in the park.
Info: 338-4144
Wednesday, Aug. 10
The Work of Byron Katie
When: 6:15 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Felton (call for directions)
Details: The evening will involve instruction in a process of questioning stressful thinking.
Cost: By donation, $5 to $15
Info: www.feltoninquiry.com or 335-7391
Meet the superintendent
When: 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Where: Hilton Santa Cruz-Scotts Valley, 6001 La Madrona Drive, in Scotts Valley
Details: Community members are invited to get to know Scotts Valley Unified School District Superintendent Penny Weaver. A no-host bar and light appetizers will be provided.
Info: 438-1820
Saturday, Aug. 13
Flea market
When: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Peter & Paul Orthodox Church, 9980 Highway 9, in Ben Lomond
Details: Spaces are available for $15. Vendors can register at the church office from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
Info: 336-2228
Ayurveda Wellness Weekend
When: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; continues Aug. 14
Where: Mountain Ayurveda, 1300 Bloom Grade Road, in Boulder Creek
Details: Participants will identify ways to be responsible for one’s health, focusing on disease prevention and maintenance, with Dr. Liladhar Gupta from Vrindavan, India.
Info: 234-2412 or ke********@***oo.com
Ocean View Summit hike
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Big Basin Redwoods State Park, 21600 Big Basin Way, in Boulder Creek
Details: David Auerbach will lead hikers past mountain streams, oak woodlands, chaparral and redwoods during a 6-mile, four-hour hike. Those who go should take lunch, water and good shoes.
Info: 338-8860
Quarry open house, barbecue
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 800 Quail Hollow Road in Felton
Details: Graniterock’s Quail Hollow Quarry will be open for a tour, followed by a barbecue at Quail Hollow Ranch County Park. All proceeds will benefit the park.
Cost: $10 for tri-tip plate
Info: 471-3480
Scotts Valley Art and Wine Festival
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; continues Sunday
Where: Skypark, 361 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Details: The weekend will include fine art, food, wine from local wineries and music.
Info: www.scottsvalleychamber.com
Mountain Maulers summer food drive
When: 2 to 6 p.m.
Where: Corner of Highway 9 and Glen Arbor Road in Ben Lomond
Details: The Mountain Maulers roller derby team will collect food and school supplies to benefit Valley Churches United Missions.
Info: 338-4144
Full-Moon Madness
When: 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Where: Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, 101 N. Big Trees Park Road, in Felton
Details: This family evening will highlight the phases of the moon with telescopes, night hikes, crafts and music.
Cost: Free; $10 parking fee
Sunday, Aug. 14
Pancake breakfast
When: 8 a.m. to noon
Where: Scotts Valley Senior Center, 370 Kings Village Road
Details: Pancake breakfast and silent auction to benefit the senior center
Info: 438-8666
Berry Creek Falls hike
When: 9:30 a.m.
Where: Big Basin Redwoods State Park, 21600 Big Basin Way, in Boulder Creek
Details: Hikers will experience a wide range of habitats on this moderate-to-strenuous 12-mile loop.
Info: 338-8860
Saturday, Aug. 20
Mountain Maulers summer food drive
When: 2 to 6 p.m.
Where: Corner of Highway 9 and Highway 236 in Boulder Creek
Details: The Mountain Maulers roller derby team will collect food and school supplies to benefit Valley Churches United Missions.
Info: 338-4144
Sunday, Aug. 21
Back to School Burger Bash
When: 1 to 4 p.m.
Where: MacDorsa Park, 1 Civic Center Drive, in Scotts Valley
Details: Hamburgers, hot dogs and drinks will be served, and new Superintendent Penny Weaver will attend to connect with community members.
Info: 438-1820
Saturday, Aug. 27
Mountain Maulers summer food drive
When: 2 to 6 p.m.
Where: Corner of Highway 9 and Graham Hill Road in Felton
Details: The Mountain Maulers roller derby team will collect food and school supplies to benefit Valley Churches United Missions.
Info: 338-4144
Sunday, Aug. 28
Macramé crafting workshop
When: 10 a.m. to noon
Where: Quail Hollow Ranch County Park, 800 Quail Hollow Road, in Ben Lomond
Details: Attendees can learn how to make macramé hangers for potted plants.
Cost: $15; preregistration required
Info: 335-9348