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`Submit Datebook items to pb******@pr*********.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. Publication is not guaranteed.
Saturday, October 24
FREE Pumpkin Carving Day
When: 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Boulder Creek Library, 13390 West Park Avenue, B.C.
Details: Free annual family pumpkin carving day. Pumpkins & tools provided,
Plus delicious snacks and hot spiced cider.
Info: 427-7703
October 23 thru November 1
Halloween Haunted House
When: 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (or later)
Where: 9649 Hwy. 9, Ben Lomond (almost across from Tyrolean Inn)
Details: Scarey, frightening, fascinating house to walk through
Cost: Donation
Info: Dannon Black, 609-6555, da**********@gm***.com
Saturday, October 24
Harvest & Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair
When: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: St. Philip the Apostle Episcopal Church, 5271 Scotts Valley Dr., SV
Details: Harvest/Holiday Arts & Crafts, original handmade crafts, gorgeous quilts, kids’ corral, pumpkin decorating, baked goods, raffle. Family event.
Info: 438-4360; www.stphilip-sv.net
Saturday, October 24
Pumpkin Carving Event
When: 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Community Room, Boulder Creek Library, 13390 West Park Avenue
Details: Pumpkins, tools, and snacks provided
Cost: Free and fun for all ages
Info: 427-7703
Saturday, October 24
SLV Athletic Boosters Texas Hold’em
Poker Tournament Fundraiser
When: 5:30 p.m. Dinner; 6:30 p.m. Poker
Cost:  $100; (First 50 signups get in for $75)
Where: Felton Community Hall, 6191 Hwy. 9
Details: Checks to SLV Athletic Boosters
Saturday, October 24
“Night of the Living Composers”
When: 8:00 p.m.
Where: Cabrillo College Samper Recital Hall, Aptos
Details: Celebrating eight local composers
Free to-the-public composer and performer discussion panel from 7:00-7:50 p.m.
Info: newmusicworks.org
Saturday, October 24
Folk Music Concert Benefit – Peace and Justice Outreach
When: Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; Concert at 6:00 0.m.
Where: Parish Hall, St. John’sChurch, Hwy 9, Felton
Details: Maggie and Sharon with Jerry Whitney
Cost: $15.00
Sunday, October 25
Native American Art Auction Benefit for St. Andrew’s Preschool
When: 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: St. Andrew’s Preschool, 101 Riverside Ave., Ben Lomond
Details: Art by preschoolers; Sari Mitchell (aka “Elsa” from “Frozen”) of Most Unique Parties & Ponies animal petting farm, balloons for kids, and face painting.
Info:www.saintandrewsbenlomond.org
Wednesday, October 28
Community Night to benefit San LorenzoValleyMuseum
When: All day
Where: Oak Tree Ristorante, 12547 Hwy. 9, Boulder Creek
Details: Delicious steaks, homemade pasta, fresh seafood, etc., percentage of each meal will be donated to the SLVMuseum
Info: 338-8382, www.slvmuseum.com
Wednesday, October 28
Final Options Support Group (Formerly the Hemlock Discussion Group)
When: 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where: St. John’s Episcopal Church, 125 Canterbury Dr., Aptos
Details: Newcomers and guests are always welcome
Info: 688-8672
Thursday, October 29
Medicare Open Enrollment Seminar by Senior Network Services
When: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Where: HighlandsParkSeniorCenter, Ben Lomond
Details: Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) unbiased information
Cost: Free; no reservations required
Info: 462-5510
Thursday, October 29
Dealing with Emotions of Dementia Caregiving
When: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: 1500 – 41^st Ave., Suite 280, Capitola
Details: Class explores caregivers’ intense emotions and how to cope with these feelings; ways to balance negative and positive feelings.
Info: To register, call 459-6639; or visit www.delmarcaregiver.org
Cost: Free
Thursday, October 29
Annual Multi-Chamber Mixer
When: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Nordahl Hall, 580 W. Parr Ave., Los Gatos
Details: Networking opportunity with business people from neighboring communities
Cost: $5.00 all attendees
Info: SV: 438-1010; SLV 222-2120
Sunday, November 1 (& on Nov. 8, 15 and 22)
Open Spa Days celebrating 12 years in business
When: Daily
Where: Balance Studio Spa, 912 Lakeside Dr., Felton
Details: Free 10-minute massage or upgrade options, health talk each day at 3:00 p.m.
See their website for more info., www.BalanceStudioSpa.com
Cost: Free 10-minute massage.
Info: Melissa @ 335-8335; me*****@ba**************.com
Monday, November 2 (thru November 13)
3^rd Fall Session of Performing Arts Classes
For Active Adults 50+
When: Call 316-4833, leave VM
Where: Congregational Church of Soquel
4951 Soquel Dr., Soquel
Parking: Behind church off Main St.
Details: Creative expression, healthy aging
Info: VM 316-4833