Datebook

– 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.
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 je*****@*************rk.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 do******@*ac.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.