Datebook

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Saturday, Sept. 29
Big Basin Founders’ Day
When: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Big Basin Redwoods State Park
Details: A special all-day event to celebrate California’s oldest state park will feature a melodrama, hikes, games for children and an evening campfire.
Info: 338-8883
 
Santa Cruz Mountains Harvest Festival
When: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Downtown Boulder Creek
Details: A community celebration of the harvest season, in its second year, will feature local artists, wineries, breweries and musicians.
Cost: Free admission; cost of alcohol and children’s activities not included
Details: www.santacruzmountainsharvestfestival.com or 588-5628
 
Ben Lomond 125th anniversary celebration
When: 5 to 7 p.m.
Where: Park Hall, 9370 Mill St., in Ben Lomond
Details: Historical videos, slides and photos will be on display and a surprise guest is expected during a celebration hosted by St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Ben Lomond Fire Protection District and Valley Churches United Missions.
Info: 336-8258
 
Wednesday, Oct. 3
Sons in Retirement lunch
When:  11:30 a.m.
Where: Portuguese Hall, 216 Evergreen St., at Coral Street, in Santa Cruz.
Details: A catered luncheon will be followed by a talk by Brian Liddicoat about the lost tunnels of Santa Cruz County.
Cost: $15
 
Friday, Oct. 5
Library book sale
When: Noon to 4 p.m.
Where: Boulder Creek Branch Library, 13390 W. Park Ave., in Boulder Creek
Details: Gently used books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks may be donated at the library until Saturday, Sept. 29, for the sale. Proceeds will be used for programming at the library.
Info: dk********@*ol.com 
 
Italian Affaire fundraiser
When: 5 p.m.
Where: Cocoanut Grove, 400 Beach St., in Santa Cruz
Details: A silent auction and live dinner auction with music will benefit Mountain Community Resources.
Info: 335-6600
 
Free family movie night
When: 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Where: Siltanen Park Amphitheater, 121 Vine Hill School Road, in Scotts Valley
Details: “How to Tame Your Dragon,” will be projected on a big screen by the Vine Hill Elementary School PTA.
 
Leif Erikson Viking day
When: 6:30 p.m.
Where: Viking Hall, 240 Plymouth St., in Santa Cruz
Details: A presentation by The Vikings of Bjornstad, a living history and educational group, will explain who the Vikings were and their influence on the world.
Cost: $3 suggested donation
Info: www.scc-santacruz.org
 
Saturday, Oct. 6
Flea market
When: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: St. John’s Catholic Church, 5953 Highway 9, in Felton
Details: Spaces are $15 in advance for Valley Churches United Missions’ annual flea market.
Info: 336-8258, ext. 221
 
Day in the Park, Night in the Hall
When: 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.
Where: Ben Lomond Park, 9525 Mill St., and Park Hall, 9400 Mill St., in Ben Lomond
Details: The day will be filled with a barbecue, live music, dancing and events for children, followed by a night of live music and dancing to benefit the Ben Lomond Firefighters association. Evening events are for adults age 21 and older only.
Cost: Daytime events, $10 adults, $5 children; nighttime events, $10 adults
Info: www.facebook.com/events/267405560031559
 
Model train show opens
When: Noon to 4 p.m.
Where: San Lorenzo Valley Museum, 12547 Highway 9, in Boulder Creek
Details: Model trains, cars, ships, dolls and dollhouses will be on display. The show will continue Wednesday through Sunday until Oct. 28.
Cost: Free admission; $5 family donation appreciated
Info: 338-8382 or www.slvmuseum.com
 
Sunday, Oct. 7
Blessing of the animals
When: 8 a.m. or 10 a.m. services
Where: St. Phillip’s Episcopal Church, 5271 Scotts Valley Drive
Details: The congregation will observe an annual celebration celebrating St. Francis’ love for animals by blessing any animal that is taken to the church.
Info: 438-4360
 
Paper collectibles show
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Hilton Santa Cruz-Scotts Valley, 6001 La Madrona Drive, in Scotts Valley
Details: Attendees can receive free appraisals of postcards and other paper collectibles.
Cost: $4
Info: Joseph Jaynes, 476-3262 or jo*********@****io.com
 
Saturday, Oct. 13
Fire team barbecue
When: 4 to 8 p.m.; dance 8:30 to 10 p.m.
Where: Bonny Doon Fire Station, 975 Martin Road, in Bonny Doon
Details: Bonny Doon Volunteer Fire and Rescue will serve skirt steak, vegetarian lasagna, hot dogs and side dishes. Music, a raffle, a bake sale and line dancing are planned.
Cost: $15 adults, $10 children
Info: Donita Springmeyer, 426-7933
 
Lobster feed
When: 4:30 to 9 p.m.
Where: Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, 100 Big Trees Road, in Felton
Details: This annual fundraiser for Mountain Parks Foundation will star fresh lobster and sides, accompanied by live bluegrass music.
Cost: $60 with reservation
Info: 335-3174
 
Sunday, Oct. 14
Firefighters pancake breakfast
When: 8 a.m. to noon
Where: Scotts Valley Fire District Station 1, 7 Erba Lane, in Scotts Valley
Details: The fundraiser breakfast will include engine tours, a jump house, face painting and demonstrations.
Info: www.scottsvalleyfire.com