Datebook

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Friday, Oct. 5
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
 
Garrahan Park community meeting
When: 11 a.m. to noon
Where: Garrahan Park, 15501 Highway 9 in Boulder Creek
Details: Boulder Creek Recreation & Park District officials will lead a walking tour and discuss a grant proposal to build outdoor fitness equipment at the park. A community survey is available at www.bcrpd.org.
Info: 338-4144
 
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.
Cost: Daytime events, $10 adults, $5 children; nighttime events, $10 adults
Info: www.facebook.com/events/267405560031559
 
Library book sale
When: Noon to 4 p.m.
Where: Boulder Creek Branch Library, 13390 W. Park Ave., in Boulder Creek
Details: Proceeds from the sale of gently used books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks will be used for programming at the library.
Info:

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Model train show
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

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Monday, Oct. 8
Campaign meet-and-greet
When: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Malone’s Grille, 4402 Scotts Valley Drive
Details: A meet-and-greet with Santa Cruz County Supervisor candidate Bruce McPherson.
Cost: $10, hors d’oeuvres will be served
 
Scotts Valley 4-H new member meeting
When: 6:30 p.m.
Where: Community Covenant Church, 2700 El Rancho Drive, in Scotts Valley
Details: Scotts Valley 4-H’s Youth Development Program is open to young people throughout the area.
Info:

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or www.scottsvalley4h.org
 
Wednesday, Oct. 10
BCE family dinner night
When: Evening hours
Where: Taqueria Los Amigos, 13070 Highway 9, in Boulder Creek
Details: The taqueria will donate 20 percent of the night’s proceeds to Boulder Creek Elementary School to help pay for a field trip to the Johnson Farm. Takeout orders can be placed by phone.
Info: 338-2841
 
Saturday, Oct. 13
Second Saturday flea market
When: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Junction Park, Middleton and Junction avenues in Boulder Creek
Details: Spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis for $15.
Info: Boulder Creek Recreation, 338-4144
 
Scotts Valley appliance collection
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Erba Lane, across from Scotts Valley Fire District
Details: Scotts Valley residents can drop off unwanted refrigerators, washers, dryers, water heaters and other metal appliances free of charge. No TVs, computers, tires or furniture will be accepted.
Info: 438-0732
 
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 & 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
 
Thursday, Oct. 18
Jazz Music in the Lounge
When: 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Scopazzi’s Restaurant, 13300 Big Basin Highway, in Boulder Creek
Details: Joy of Jazz will provide live jazz music
Cost: Free entry
Info: 338-6441
 
Saturday, Oct. 20
First aid, CPR class
When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Felton firehouse, 131 Kirby St., in Felton
Details: The class includes pediatric first aid; adult, child and infant CPR; and use of automatic external defibrillators.
Cost: Free for Felton residents, $36 for others
Info: www.feltonfire.com or 335-4422
 
Thursday, Oct. 25
Pizza fundraiser
When: 5 to 8 p.m.
Where: Round Table Pizza, 6267 Graham Hill Road, in Felton
Details: San Lorenzo Valley Elementary School will receive 15 percent of proceeds from food and drinks to support programs. Takeout orders can be placed by phone.
Info: 335-5344