Datebook

Submit Datebook items to [email protected] or drop off press releases or photos at 5215 Scotts Valley Drive, Ste. F, Scotts Valley 95066. Deadline is 11:00 a.m. Thursday. Entries are subject to editing. Publication is not guaranteed. Please send your information in the format shown below.
Sunday, November 1-30
Embroidistry at the Coffee Cat
When: 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Coffee Cat, 255 Mt. Hermon Rd., Ste. A, S.V.
Details: Display of hand embroidered interpretations of well-known artworks, etc. through the month of November
Details: www.mardeenart.com
Monday, November 2 (thru November 13)
3^rd Fall Session of Performing Arts Classes
For Active Adults 50-Plus
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
Saturday, November 7
6^th Annual Veterans’ Day Celebration
When: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Where: MarinaEquestrianCenterPark
Details: Given by Friends of the FortOrd Warhorse
Info: 224-4534; [email protected]; Facebook: fortordwarhorse.org
Saturday, November 7
SpringLakesParkHoliday Art and Craft Faire
When: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: SpringLakes Clubhouse, 225 Mt. Hermon Rd., SV
Details: Handcrafted jewelry, gifts for adults & children, bake sale and much more
Info: Janet Hill, 438-2407
Saturday, November 7 & Sunday, November 8
2015 Holiday Antiques & Craft Faire
When: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: ScottsValleySeniorCenter & Community Center, 370 Kings Village Rd., SV
Details: Proceeds benefit programs and resources at the ScottsValleySeniorCenter
Info: 438-8666
Saturday, November 7
Learn how to grow your own garlic
When: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: UC Santa Cruz Farm (directions, see http://casfs.ucsc.edu/about/directions.html)
Details: Learn to prepare soil, garlic’s fertility needs, seasonal care, harvest & storage.
Cost: See http://garlic2015.bpt.me
Info: 459-3240, [email protected]
Saturday, November 7
Learn how to create a rhododendron plant from a cutting
When: 10 a.m.
Where: San LorenzoGardenCenter, 235 River St., Santa Cruz
Details: Mike McCullough of American Rhododendron Society will do class
Info: [email protected]; 408.920-0884
Saturday, November 7
Holiday Arts & Crafts Faire
When: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Bonny DoonElementary School, 1492 Pine Flat Rd., B.D.
Details: Holiday arts & crafts event with fine artists and craft vendors, a chili cook-off, raffles and food.
Cost: Free
Info: 423-7742
Saturday, November 7
Felton Library Celebration
When: 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Felton Firehouse, 131 Kirby
Details: Celebrate acquisition of the land for a new library and learn of plans for the property. Music, refreshments.
Cost: Free
Info: www.feltonlibraryfriends.org
Saturday, November 7
Community Awards Dinner
When: 6:00-10:00 p.m.
Where: ScottsValley Hilton, 6001 La Madrona Dr.
Details: ScottsValley Chamber of Commerce
Info: [email protected]
Sunday, November 8
Celebration of Joni Mitchell
When: 2:00 p.m.
Where: Don Quixote’s InternationalMusic Hall, 6275 Hwy. 9, Felton
Details: Santa Barbara Songstress Kimberly Ford’s tribute to Joni Mitchell
Info: donquixotesmusic.info; [email protected]; or celebrationofjonimitchell.com
Sunday, November 8 (& on Nov. 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.
For more info., www.BalanceStudioSpa.com
Cost: Free 10-minute massage
Info: Melissa @ 335-8335; [email protected]
Sunday, November 8
The Beatles – Live in Ben Lomond!
When: 4:00 p.m.
Where: The Trout Farm Inn, 7701 E. Zayante Rd., Felton
Details: Featuring local kids age 7–18; special guest Matt Hardle, lead guitar; directed by A.K. Das, choreographed by Stella Maddox
Cost: No cover charge
Info: Arindam Krishna Das, 247-6829
Sunday, November 8
Pre-order your Christmas tree, garlands & wreathes On-line Now!
When: Online now (Lot opens Day after Thanksgiving Day)
Where: Online www.stnicholaschristmastrees.com, Lot at Abbott’s Thrift Parking Lot
Details: Fundraiser for St. Lawrence Academy & VCUM – Businesses: free delivery with online pre-order
Info: www.stnicholaschristmastrees.com, or contact 252-2682.
Wednesday, November 11 (Veterans Day)
San LorenzoValleyMuseum’s Veterans Day Dinner
When: 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Scopazzi’s Restaurant, Boulder Creek
Details: Hosted by SLV Museum, inc. program with speaker, pianist, branch songs.
Veterans are encouraged to wear uniform or their hat, & bring military memorabilia to share.
Cost: Free
Info: Lisa Robinson, [email protected]; [email protected]
Thursday, November 12
Medicare Open Enrollment Seminar by Senior Network Services
When: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Where: ScottsValley Branch Library, S.V.
Details: Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) unbiased information
Cost: Free; no reservations required
Info: 462-5510
Thursday, November 12
Social Security Seminar
When: 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: ScottsValley Branch Library, S.V.
Details: Information about Social Security for folks 55+, but all are welcome.
Free food and drink. Plse RSVP by November 9.
Cost: Free
Info: Paige Rexrode, 408-369-9400, [email protected]
Thursday, November 12
Celebrate Santa Cruz! Do Good, Win Big!
When: 5:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Community Foundation, 7807 Soquel Dr., Aptos
Details: Benefiting S.C. County Adults and Children with mental health needs
Info: Sheryl Lee, 331-9084, celebrate.namiscc.org
Friday, November 13
Food Truck Event + Bear/Wine Garden Fundraiser
When: 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Skypark, 361 Kings Village Rd., SV
Details: BenefitsScottsValley Educational Foundation. Featuring Steel Bonnet Brewing Company; Zameen, Carmona’s BBQ, G’s Tacos, Ate3One, India Gourmet, The Choke Coach and Aunt LaLi’s.
Info: LaLi Kates, 247-1236; [email protected]
Saturday, November 14
The BoulderCreekTown Sweep
When: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Where: Get your pre-sweep location assignments behind Boulder Creek Hardware
Details: Bring shovels, brooms, rakes, power tools and community spirit
Info: Jeff Angel @801-560-9466 or [email protected]
Saturday, November 14
Ag History Project’s Second Saturday
When: 11:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Where: SC CountyFairgrounds, 2601 E. Lake Avenue, Watsonville 
Details: “Thanksgiving on the Farm” fun activities for children
Cost: Free
Info: 724-5898, 334-3199, [email protected]; [email protected]
Saturday, November 14 & November 16-20
Scholastic Book Fair
When: Sat. 11- 3:00 p.m. (1 to 2 p.m. Story Hour/visit from Clifford, the Big Red Dog); Mon., 8 – 4:00 p.m.; Tues.-Fri, 8 to 3:00 p.m.
Where: MU Room, San LorenzoValleyElementary School, 7155 Hwy 9, Felton
Details: This year’s theme is “Under the Sea – Explore the Ocean of Books”
Info: Stephanie Strudley 535-3787; [email protected]
Sunday, November 15
Agape Dance Foundation Annual Benefit Auction
When: 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Santa Cruz Portuguese Hall, 216 Evergreen St., Santa Cruz
Details: Fundraiser for AgapeDanceAcademy to stage high caliber ballet & help fund need-based scholarships.
Cost: $16.50 Adult, $5.50 Child
Info: search.seatyourself.biz/webstore/webstore.html?event=.&domain=agapedance