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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.
 
 
Saturday, Oct. 5
VCUM flea market
When: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: St. John’s Catholic Church, 5953 Highway 9 in Felton
Details: An annual flea market, to benefit Valley Churches United Missions.
Cost: $15 for vendor space, $30 for two (advance price); $20 for one, $40 for two (day-of)
Info: 336-8258
 
SLV Music Boosters’ car wash
When: 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Felton Bible Church, 5999 Graham Hill Road in Felton
Details: A car wash to support music programs in San Lorenzo Valley’s schools.
Cost: Donations
 
Open Studios Art Tour
When: Oct. 5-6; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Details: The annual countywide tour of art studios will come to all areas of Santa Cruz County north of the yacht harbor in Santa Cruz.
Info: www.ccscc.org
 
Hops & Harvest Celebration
When: 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Road in Scotts Valley
Details: A celebration featuring live music with pairings of food and drink from local microbreweries and restaurants to support the Scotts Valley Library.
Cost: $25
Info:

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St. Andrew’s anniversary party
When: 7 to 10 p.m.
Where: St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 101 Riverside Drive in Ben Lomond
Details: Food, drink, and live rock music will celebrate 113 years of the little red church in Ben Lomond.
Cost: $20 donation
Info: 336-5994
 
Sunday, Oct. 6
Hospice Oktoberfest event
When: 12 to 4 p.m.
Where: Santa Cruz Elks Lodge, 150 Jewell Street in Santa Cruz
Details: A family friendly Oktoberfest event to raise funds to support the end-of-life services of Hospice of Santa Cruz County.
Cost: Free (food not included)
Info: www.hospicesantacruz.org or 430-3000
 
Fun with succulents
When: 1 to 3 p.m.
Where: Quail Hollow Ranch, 800 Quail Hollow Road, in Felton
Details: A master gardener will lead a workshop where participants will learn how to make succulent plant, like cacti, thrive. Participants should register in advance.
Cost: Call for info
Info: 335-9348
 
Dinner club summer dinner
When: 4 p.m.
Where: Contact for location
Details: The Santa Cruz Mountains Gourmet Dinner Club will host its annual summer dinner featuring filet mignon, wild mushroom lasagna, wild meat sausages and wild blueberry pie.
Cost: $25
Info:

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or 336-8098
 
Blessing of the animals
When: 10 a.m.
Where: St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 101 Riverside Avenue, in Ben Lomond
Details: Community members are invited to bring animals to the patio to be blessed to celebrate the life of St. Francis.
Info: 336-5157
 
Fall Reskilling Expo
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Museum of Art and History, 705 Front Street, Santa Cruz
Details: Thirty-two sustainable-living skills classes will be offered, including: Electric Vehicles, Seed Saving, Water Catchment, and Solar for the Home.
Cost: $5 to $25
Info: http://reskillingexpo.org
 
Tuesday, Oct. 8
Affordable Care Act workshop
When: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: The Hilton Scotts Valley, 6001 La Madrona Drive in Scotts Valley
Details: Stephen Hoversten will lead a discussion about the Affordable Health Care Act, and how it will affect individuals and the small-business owner.
Cost: $25 (includes lunch)
Info: 438-1010 (reserve by Oct. 3)
 
Retirement planning seminar
When: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Contact for location
Details: Financial planner Ted George will lead a seminar to help prepare people financially for retirement.
Info:

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Wednesday, Oct. 9
BCE dinner and trivia night
When: 4 to 9 p.m.
Where: Boulder Creek Pizza and Pub, 13200 Highway 9 in Boulder Creek
Details: The Pizza Pub will donate 20 percent of the night’s proceeds to the Boulder Creek Elementary science program.
Info: 338-2141
 
Bellarmine College Prep info night
When: 7 p.m.
Where: San Agustin Catholic Church, 257 Glenwood Drive in Scotts Valley
Details: An informational meeting for families considering enrollment in the all-boys Jesuit college preparatory school.
Info: 408-294-9224
 
Thursday, Oct. 10
Water District open house
When: 7 to 9 p.m.
Where: Highlands Park Senior Center, 8500 Highway 9 in Ben Lomond
Details: An informational meeting with district staff and the community to discuss water issues.
Info: 338-2153 or www.slvwd.com
 
Friday, Oct. 11
Cub Scout recruitment meeting
When: 7 to 8 p.m.
Where: Boulder Creek Elementary School, 400 W. Lomond Street in Boulder Creek
Details: Cub Scout Pack 623 will host an informational meeting for prospective scouts in first through fifth grades.
Info: http://Pack623.info
 
Saturday, Oct. 12      
Chili cook-off
When: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Boulder Creek Rec Hall, 13333 Middleton Avenue in Boulder Creek
Details: Chili cooking and tasting event will highlight the chili-cooking prowess of the San Lorenzo Valley.
Info:

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or 588-1387
 
Ghost Mountain Riders fundraiser ride
When: 9 a.m.
Where: Don Quixote’s International Music Hall, 6275 Highway 9 in Felton
Details: The Ghost Mountain Riders Motorcycle Club will host its annual 90-mile scenic ride before returning to Camp Krem in Boulder Creek for a celebration. Funds raised support Camp Krem.
Info: 335-7720
 
Fire Prevention Day
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: McDonald’s, 259 Mount Hermon Road in Scotts Valley
Details: Local fire agencies will be on-hand for a family friendly fire safety event hosted by McDonald’s.
Cost: Free
Info: 408-847-3588
 
Sunday, Oct. 13
SVMS clean-up day
When: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Scotts Valley Middle School, Bean Creek Road in Scotts Valley
Details: Volunteers will help repaint, refurbish, and garden the SVMS campus.
Info:

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Woodland gardening
When: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Quail Hollow Ranch, 800 Quail Hollow Road, in Felton
Details: A master gardener will lead a workshop about some of the special requirements and surprises when gardening in a woodland environment.
Info: 335-9348 to register.
 
Plant propagation workshop
When: 1 to 3 p.m.
Where: Quail Hollow Ranch, 800 Quail Hollow Road, in Felton
Details: A master gardener will lead a workshop where participants will learn to increase their plant collections by using cuttings from existing plants.
Info: 335-9348 to register.
 
Tuesday, Oct. 15
North County Democratic Club meeting
When: 6:30 p.m.
Where: Bruno’s BBQ, 230 Mount Hermon Road in Scotts Valley
Details: The first meeting of the North County Democratic Club.
Info:

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Rhododendron workshop
When: 7 p.m.
Where: The Inn at Pasatiempo, 555 Highway 17 in Santa Cruz
Details: The Monterey Bay Chapter of the American Rhododendron Society will present a program by Sherla Bertelmann, the owner of Pacific Island Nursery in Hawaii, on rhododendrons.
Cost: Free
Info: http://pacificislandnursery.com
 
Wednesday, Oct. 16
SLV Museum fundraiser
When: All day
Where: Boulder Creek Brewery and Café, 13040 Highway 9 in Boulder Creek
Details: The Boulder Creek Brewing Company will donate 10 percent of the day’s proceeds for the benefit of the San Lorenzo Valley Museum.
Info:

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Bellies, Birth, and Babies Expo
When: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Santa Cruz Elks Lodge, 150 Jewell Street in Santa Cruz
Details: Parents and expectant parents can connect with local professionals, see demos, and participate in discussions on birth and life with a newborn.
Info: 425-3373 or www.birthnet.org
 
Monday, Oct. 21
Boy Scouts Open House
When: 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Felton Bible Church, 5999 Graham Hill Road in Felton.
Details: Boy Scouts Troop 604 of Scotts Valley and San Lorenzo Valley will make a presentation to middle school boys who want to learn about Scouting.
Info: E-mail

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Saturday, Oct. 26
Pumpkin carving event
When: 12 to 4 p.m.
Where: Boulder Creek Library, 13390 W. Park Avenue in Boulder Creek
Details: Children will be allowed to carve and decorate pumpkins.
Cost: Free
Info: 427-7703
 
Spooky night hike
When: 6:30 p.m.
Where: Big Basin Redwoods State Park, 21600 Big Basin Way in Boulder Creek
Details: An evening theatrical hike will recount “The Missing Arm of William Waddell,” the tale of Big Basin’s last lumber mill owner and his fateful encounter with a grizzly bear.
Cost: $10
Info: 338-8860
 
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MCT Show: “An Adult Evening With Shel Silverstein”
When: Oct. 4 through Oct. 19
Where: Broadway Playhouse, 526 Broadway in Santa Cruz
Details: MCT explores the darkly comic world of Shel Silverstein.
Cost: $20 general admission; $17 for students and seniors
Info: www.mctshows.org or www.brownpapertickets.com
 
Models and miniatures exhibit
When: Sept. 21 to Oct. 20, Wednesdays to Sundays, from 12 to 4 p.m.
Where: San Lorenzo Valley Museum, 12547 Highway 9 in Boulder Creek
Details: In recognition of National Miniatures Month, the Museum will display a variety of models and miniatures, including Lincoln Logs and LEGOs.
Cost: $5 donation per family
Info: 338-8382
 
SLVHS bingo fundraiser
When: Mondays, 4 p.m.
Where: Portuguese Hall, 216 Evergreen Street in Santa Cruz
Details: A weekly 18-game bingo program to benefit the athletics programs at San Lorenzo Valley High School.
Info: 335-4425
 
Big Basin Trail Crew volunteer day
When: 9 a.m., second Saturday of each month
Where: Big Basin Redwoods State Park, 21600 Big Basin Way in Boulder Creek
Details: Volunteers (18 years of age or older) will meet at Park Headquarters to spend a day — rain or shine — working to maintain and preserve the park’s trails.
Info: www.bigbasintrailcrew.org
 
First aid-CPR class
When: Third Saturday of each month
Where: Felton Fire Protection District, 131 Kirby St., in Felton
Details: Ray Soler will lead a class for First Aid and CPR certification for community members. Times and registration details are available online or by phone.
Cost: Free for district residents and employees of businesses within the district; $36 for all others
Info: 335-4422 or www.feltonfire.com
 
Toastmasters club
When: Noon to 1 p.m. Wednesdays
Where: St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, 5271 Scotts Valley Drive, in Scotts Valley
Details: The Redwood Ramblers Toastmasters meets weekly to help members build confidence as public speakers and leaders.
Info: 435-9308 or http://8203.toastmastersclubs.org
 
Poetry circle, workshop
When: 2 to 4 p.m., third Saturday of each month
Where: Scotts Valley Branch Library, 251 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Details: Magdalena Montague, a local poet and teacher, leads classes for prospective poets of all skill levels.
Cost: Free
Info:

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or 427-7717
 
Senior line dancing
When: Noon Tuesdays, 9 p.m. Fridays
Where: Scotts Valley Senior Center, 370 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Details: Biweekly line dancing and lessons are offered by the Scotts Valley Senior Center.
Cost: $2 for members, $3 for nonmembers
Info: 438-8666
 
Zumba for seniors
When: 6 p.m. Mondays, 9 a.m. Tuesdays and 9:30 a.m. Thursdays
Where: Scotts Valley Senior Center, 370 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Details: An instructor-led Zumba class encourages exercise in a fun, rhythmic environment.
Cost: $3 for members, $5 for nonmembers
Info: 438-8666
 
Job-seeker workshop
When: 6 to 7 p.m., second Tuesday of each month
Where: Gateway Bible Church, 5000 Granite Creek Road, in Scotts Valley
Details: Ken Winters hosts a free workshop to help job seekers find work.
Info: www.hirewire.org
 
Women’s Bible study
When: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursdays
Where: Felton Bible Church, 5999 Graham Hill Road, in Felton
Details: Beth Moore leads a Bible study of the book of Esther.
Cost: $15.50 for workbook
Info: 338-6214 or

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Creative Hands
When: 1 to 4 p.m., third Saturday of each month
Where: Felton Bible Church, 5999 Graham Hill Road, in Felton
Details: Participants will learn new skills, such as sewing, knitting and crocheting.
Cost: Free
Info: 338-6214 or

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Beginning ballet for fitness
When: 4:30 to 5 p.m. Mondays
Where: Agape Dance Academy, 104 Whispering Pines Drive, Room 5, in Scotts Valley
Details: This introductory beginner class emphasizes fitness through dance.
Cost: Free
Info: 359-0850
 
Line dance, weights
When: 9:45 to 11 a.m.
Where: Highlands Park Senior Center, 8500 Highway 9, in Ben Lomond
Details: $2 for members, $3 for nonmembers
Info: 336-8900
 
Duplicate bridge group players wanted
Where: Scotts Valley Senior Center, 370 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Info: 438-8666
 
Fitness, sport classes
Where: Boulder Creek Recreation and Park District, 13333 Middleton Ave., in Boulder Creek
When: Various
Details: Fitness classes are being offered at the rec center, including belly dance, cardio kickboxing, dodgeball, pilates, yoga, volleyball and tai chi.
Info: 338-4144 or www.bcrpd.org
 
Bingo
When: 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesdays
Where: Scotts Valley Senior Center, 370 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Details: All adults are welcome. The game is sponsored by Project Scout (Senior Citizen Outreach).
Cost: 50 cents per card; one card free with four or more
Info: 438-8666
 
Tai chi classes
When: 9:45 to 10:30 a.m. Mondays
Where: Highlands Park Senior Center, 8500 Highway 9, in Ben Lomond
Cost: $3 members, $5 nonmembers
Info: 336-8900
 
Genealogical society meeting
When: 1 to 3 p.m., first Thursday of each month
Where: Central Branch Library meeting room, 224 Church St., in Santa Cruz
Details: Lectures for beginning to advanced genealogy enthusiasts.
Cost: Free
Info: 427-7707, ext. 5794; or Janine Charlton,

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Senior exercise class
When: 10 a.m. Mondays and Fridays
Where: Scotts Valley Senior Center, 370 Kings Village Road
Info: The class incorporates strength, balance and coordination exercises for complete body conditioning for men and women age 50 and older, led by retired physical therapist Cherry Nittler.
Cost: $2 members, $3 nonmembers
 
Drop-in meditation group
When: 7 to 8:45 p.m. Mondays
Where: The Satellite, 6265 Highway 9, Felton 
Details: Beginning and experienced students of meditation will participate in 40 minutes of silent meditation, followed by a dharma talk and discussion by Carla Brennan
Info: http://bloomofthepresent.com
 
Free laughter yoga
When: 4:30 p.m. Saturdays
Where: Luminescence Day Spa and Tea Room, 13140 Highway 9, in Boulder Creek
Cost: Free
Info: Lizzie Lochner, 338-7546
 
Beginners’ line dancing
When: 6 to 6:30 p.m. Thursdays
Where: Boulder Creek Recreation, 13333 Middleton Ave., in Boulder Creek
Details: For dancers age 8 and older
Cost: Free
Info:

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Water media art classes
When: 9 a.m. to noon Thursdays
Where: Scotts Valley Senior Center, 370 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Details: Participants will work with watercolor and acrylic paints. Adults of any age and all experience levels are welcome.
Cost: $7 for members, $8 for nonmembers
Info: Beverly Martin, 335-0425 or

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; or www.portrait-fineart.com.
 
Body Freedom qigong
When: 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays
Where: Felton Covered Bridge Park, 122 Covered Bridge Road; on rainy days, The Satellite, 6265 Highway 9, in Felton
Details: Qigong is similar to tai chi and is like a standing yoga with gentle, easy movements for flexibility, strength, health and relaxation.
Info: Bonnie Eskie, qigong instructor, 515-4144
 
SLV Community Band rehearsals
When: 7 to 9 p.m. Thursdays
Where: San Lorenzo Valley High School band room, 7105 Highway 9, in Felton
Details: Dust off your instrument and try it out. The semester fee benefits school music programs in the San Lorenzo Valley.
Cost: $25 per semester
Info: Jon Christian, 335-3565
 
Bridge players wanted
Details: Intermediate and advanced bridge players are in demand for ongoing groups in the San Lorenzo Valley. Groups meet depending on availability.
Info: Shelby Charette, 335-5956
 
Advanced bridge players wanted
When: Noon Mondays
Where: Scotts Valley Senior Center, 370 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Details: Participants can hone their skills against other highly skilled bridge players.
Cost: $2 for members, $3 for nonmembers
Info: 438-8666
 
Chair and gentle yoga
When: Noon to 1 p.m. Thursdays
Where: Balance Health of Ben Lomond, 231 Main St. Ste. A, in Ben Lomond.
Details: This gentle yoga program is intended to increase circulation, mobility, balance, strength, awareness and confidence.
Info: Ruth Caudell, 336-3560
 
Healing tai chi for seniors
When: 9 a.m. Fridays
Where: SV Community Center, 360 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Details: Gentle, easy movement for health promotion
Cost: $7 for members, $8 for nonmembers
Info: Mary Mulligan, 335-9390 or

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Together in the Park
When: 10:30 a.m. to noon Wednesdays
Where: Felton Covered Bridge Park, Graham Hill and Mount Hermon roads, in Felton
Details: Parenting support, information and age-appropriate activities for children up to 5 years old.
Info: Cori Burt, 252-1137
 
Mindfulness meditation group
When: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays
Where: Satellite Telework Center, 6265 Highway 9, in Felton
Details: Beginning and experienced students are welcome for silent meditation and talk.
Info: Carla, 336-0136
 
Basic yoga
When: 9 to 10 a.m. Mondays
Where: Scotts Valley Senior Center, 370 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Cost: $6
Info: 438-8666
 
Beginning line dancing class
When: 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Fridays
Where: Scotts Valley Senior Center, 370 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Cost: $2 members, $4 non members
Info: 438-8666
 
Belly dancing for women
When: 7 p.m. Mondays
Where: Felton Community Hall, 6191 Highway 9, in Felton
Details: Experience the power of women dancing with women in a friendly atmosphere.
Cost: $40 for four consecutive classes, $13 to drop in.
Info: 335-4567
 
Life drawing classes
When: 7 to 9:15 p.m. Tuesdays
Where: Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center, 9341 Mill St., in Ben Lomond
Details: Both beginners and pros are welcome to drop in. The class features a different model each week.
Cost: $10 for members, $12 for nonmembers, $8 for students with ID
Info: 335-5000 or www.mountainartcenter.org
 
Raku classes
When: 6 to 9 p.m. Fridays
Where: Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center, 9341 Mill St., in Ben Lomond
Details: The class is weather-dependent, so attendees should call a day in advance. Participants may take bisqueware or purchase pots at the center.
Cost: $18 for members, $20 for nonmembers
Info: Dale Bates, 345-7565
 
Square dance classes
When: 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays
Where: German-American Hall, 230 Plymouth St., in Santa Cruz
Details: Go alone, take a partner or go with a group.
Cost: $5
Info: 763-9825 or 408-353-4766
 
Kidz Korner clothing exchange 
When: 10 to 11:30 a.m., third Saturday of each month
Where: St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 101 Riverside Ave., in Ben Lomond
Details: The exchange is for children’s clothes for newborns through 5-year-olds. Those who don’t have clothes to donate may pick up what they need.
Info: Rebecca, 408-875-3450