Datebook (April 10, 2015)

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Friday, April 10
Meteor Trail Hike
When: 10 a.m. to noon
Where: Meet at Park headquarters at Big Basin Redwoods State Park, 21600 Big Basin Way in Boulder Creek
Details: A hike through mountain streams, oak woodlands, chaparral and redwoods, discussing forests, flowers and fires on a 6 mile, 3.5 hour hike.
Info: 338-8883
Basket Making Workshop: Learn how to make a basket with local pine needles!
When: 2 to 4 p.m.
Where: Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, 101 N Big Trees Park Road in Felton
Details: A fun family workshop learning how to make a basket from local pine needles, no experience necessary and all materials are supplied.
Cost: $10 parking fee
Info: 335-7077
Jazz Music
When: 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Scopazzi’s Restaurant in Boulder Creek
Details: Live Jazz Music featuring JOY OF JAZZ
Info: Scopazzi’s 338-6441 or Joy 246-0349
Saturday, April 11
Free SAT Practice Exam (Last of the School Season)
When: 7:45 to 12:30 p.m.
Where: Higher Standards Academy Office, 4444 Scotts Valley Drive suite 7A in Scotts Valley
Details: Bring Admission ticket, Photo ID, No. 2 Pencils, a calculator, food, and water.
Info: 515-7373 to register
Flynn Post Fundraiser Cioppino Feed
When: 5 to 9 p.m.
Where: Gateway Bible Church, 5000 Granite Creek Road in Scotts Valley
Details: Cioppino Feed benefiting the local Lynn Post and family who was diagnosed with Stage 4 Liver Cancer; Cioppino by Wayne with “4Men and a Clam”, Salad, Beverage & Desert with Live Music by Al James and Raffle!
Cost: $35 per ticket, $40 at the door. Tickets can be purchased at Scarborough and ACE Hardware in the Kings Village Shopping Center.
Sunday, April 12
Santa Cruz Post Card & Paper Collectibles Show
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: The Hilton, 6001 Madrona Drive in Scotts Valley
Details: Vendors will offer rare and antique postcards for sale.
Cost: Free
Info: 476-3262 or jo*********@cr****.com
 
Tuesday, April 14
Teen Driver Safety Program
When: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Aptos Public Library, 7695 Soquel Drive in Aptos
Details: The California Highway Patrol is offering a traffic safety program for teenage drivers and their parents.
Info: call 662-0511 to reserve a spot
Thursday, April 6
Sundials and Stage Lighting: Archaeoastronomical Observations at Palenque
When: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Where: The Sesnon House at Cabrillo College
Details: This presentation highlights the results of archaeoastronomical observations and research at Palenque, a Classic Period Maya ceremonial center in Chiapas, Mexico, carried out by a small group of researchers between the years 1998 and 2012.
Cost: Free
Info: www.santacruzarchsociety.org/calendar
 
Friday, April 17
Scotts Valley High School Presents Little Shop of Horrors
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Scotts Valley High School Student Union
Details: Come enjoy an evening of macabre laughs and Doo-Wop songs as the world crashes down around us with Scotts Valley High School’s latest musical comedy “Little Shop of Horrors.”
Info: tickets available at the door or online at showtix4u.com
Senior Driver Safety Program
When: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Aptos Public Library, 7695 Soquel Drive in Aptos
Details: The California Highway Patrol is offering a traffic safety program for senior drivers.
Info: for more details and to make a reservation call 662-0511
A Stellar Experience – Star Gazing at Quail Hollow
When: 8 p.m. to midnight
Where: Quail Hollow Ranch, 800 Quail Hollow Road in Felton
Details: Borrow the Santa Cruz Astronomy Club’s amazing telescopes and enjoy breathtaking view of planets, stars, nebula and other celestial neighbors.
                                                                                                                                
Saturday, April 25
David’s Day Fundraiser and Birthday Party
Where: Active Sports Clubs Scotts Valley, 100 Enterprise Way in Scotts Valley
Details: Help raise money for David’s fight with Leukemia and come celebrate his third birthday!
Info: ju************@ac***************.com or 431-2202
Casino Night at the Scotts Valley Community Center
When: 7 to 10:30 a.m.
Where: Scotts Valley Community Center
Details: Event precedes benefit Monterey Coast Preparatory located in Scotts Valley and will include Hors-D’oeuvres, wine, raffle tickets, and prizes.
Cost: $75 per ticket
Viva Vivaldi!
When: 8 p.m. and Sunday at 4 p.m.
Where: Holy Cross Church, 123 High Street in Santa Cruz
Details: The Santa Cruz Chorale, conducted by Artistic Director Christian Grube and accompanied by the Monterey Bay Sinfonietta and Vlada Volkova-Moran (Organ), presents compositions by the great Baroque composer Antonio Vivaldi.
Cost: $25 General admission, $20 seniors, $5 students
Info: 278-2391 or santacruzchorale.org
Garden Planting and Wool Day
When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Wilder Ranch State Park, 1401 Coast Road in Santa Cruz
Details: Celebrate Spring and help plant a organic heirloom vegetable garden at Wilder Ranch.
Cost: $10 parking fee
Info: 426-0505
 
Sunday, May 3
Santa Cruz Mountains Makers’ market Kicks of 2015 Season
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Mountain Community Resources’ Lot, 6134 Highway 9 in Felton
Details: A free family event in the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains featuring arts, crafts, cottage food, fresh food, and live music with a farmers market atmosphere.
Info: www.communitybridges.org/mountaincommunity
Mother’s Day Gifts
When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Quail Hollow Ranch, 800 Quail Hollow Road in Felton
Details: Create a living gift that Mom will love – Dads and kids will team up with Master Gardener, Karina Gaille to make a succulent garden as well as a Mother’s Day card.
Info: call 335-9348 to sign up.
 
Wednesday, May 6
Sons in Retirement Luncheon
When: 11:30 a.m. to 1:35 p.m.
Where: Portuguese Hall, 216 Evergreen at Coral Street (3 blocks past COSTCO)
Details: Catered lunch by Barbara & Co. accompanied by a talk by Jennifer Cockerill of the Veteran’s History Project and Library of Congress.
Cost: $17
Info: call 336-8481 by Friday before event to make reservations
Saturday, May 9
Church Flea Market
When: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Felton Presbyterian Church, 6090 Highway 9 in Felton
Details: Felton Presbyterian Church is hosting a Flea Market to raise funds for humanitarian work in Brazil.
Info: 335-6905
Sunday, May 17
Spring Dog Festival
When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Soquel High School, 401 Soquel San Jose Road in Soquel
Details: Fun and Games, Food, Demonstration, and Paw-some shopping; all proceeds benefit dogs in need.
Cost: $10 per dog, $5 per person
Info: coastaldogs.com or 888-682-6972
 
Friday, May 29
Boulder Creek Elementary Kindergarten Visitation
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Room 1 at Boulder Creek Elementary, 400 West Lomond Street in Boulder Creek
Details: Bring your child to Kindergarten Visitation, a mini kindergarten day.
Info: 338-6413
ONGOING
Free Yard Waste Clean-Up Events
When: April 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, and 18
Where: The Ben Lomond Transfer Station, 9835 Newell Creek Road in Ben Lomond
Details: San Lorenzo Valley Residents are invited to drop off yard waste for free.
Info: 647-9418 x227
“Damn Yankees” at Mountain Community Theater
When: March 27 to April 19, Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday (April 5, 12, and 19 only) at 2 p.m.
Where: Park Hall, 9400 Mill Street in Ben Lomond
Details: This Big-League Broadway Musical tells the story of a middle-aged man who jumps at the chance to trade his soul to become the greatest baseball player of all time and guide his favorite team to the pennant. 
Cost: $25 general admission, $20 Senior/Student, and $15 for Kids under 12
Info: 831.336.4777
Boulder Creek Elementary School Kindergarten Orientations and Tours (Adults only)
When: March 24, April 23, May 12, and May 29 at 9 a.m.
Where: Boulder Creek Elementary, 400 West Lomond Street in Boulder Creek
Details: Come to a BCE Kindergarten Orientation and Tour (adults only, please) at one of the times/dates listed above.  Please call ahead to reserve a spot.
Info: 338-6413
SLVHS Fashion Show
When: Wednesday March 19 through Saturday March 21 at 7:30 p.m. and Matinee on Sunday March 22 at 2 p.m.
Where: SLVHS Performing Arts Center, 7105 Hwy 9 in Felton
Cost: $5 for students and seniors, $7 General Admission, and $10 VIP
Sound Meditation
When: First Sunday of every month from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m.
Where: Mountain Spirit, 6299 Highway 9 in Felton
Details: Discussion and practice on the use of sound to connect in meditation with Bruce Manaka
Cost: Free
Info: Shelby at 335-7700
Gratitude Wednesdays
When: First Wednesday of every month from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Mountain Spirit, 6299 Highway 9 in Felton
Details: Mountain Spirit will donate 10 percent of sales to a local non-profit.
Info: Shelby at 335-7700
Mountain Spirit’s Writing Group
When: First Wednesday of every month from 5 to 7 p.m.
Where: Mountain Spirit, 6299 Highway 9 in Felton
Details: Mountain Spirit’s Writing Group is a creative writing class led by Wendy Ledger.
Info: Shelby at 335-7700
 
Creative Clay for Kids
When: Wednesdays March 18 through April 22, and April 29 through June 3 from 4 to 5 p.m.
Where: Art Room in the Scotts Valley Community Center
Details: A class designed to expose kids to clay through a variety of projects and glazing.
Cost: $60 for Residents and $68 for non-Residents, $15 materials fee
Info: Nora Sarkissian 335-2341
Creative Clay for Adults
When: Wednesdays March 18th through April 22nd and April 29th through June 3rd from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Art Room in the Scotts Valley Community Center
Details: This clay class teaches a variety of clay techniques and projects, includes glazing.
Cost: $60 for Residents and $68 for non-Residents; $15 materials fee
Info: Nora Sarkissian 335-2341
Art in the Library “The Original Selfie”
When: Jan. 24 through April 25
Where: Scotts Valley Public Library, 251 Kings Village Road in Scotts Valley
Details: The Scotts Valley Library, through its popular ‘Art in the Library’ program, invites the community to view very original ‘selfies’ – an exhibition of self-portraits by 80 Santa Cruz County artists.
Info: http://www.fsvpl.org/
Kids Fun Night at BC Recreation
When: Tuesdays, 5 to 9 p.m.
Where: Boulder Creek Recreation Center, 13333 Middleton Avenue in Boulder Creek
Details: Potluck please bring a dish to share. Fun filled evening for kids 2-11years. Movie, crafts, games, and fun.
Cost: $20 per kid
TEAM Dance/Fitness program for kids
When: Tuesdays, January 13 to February 17 from 3:30 to 4:30
Where: Boulder Creek Recreation Center, 13333 Middleton Avenue in Boulder Creek
Details: Workout class for kids. Fitness, nutrition, and dance will be a part of this fun 6 week class.
Cost: $55 for 6 weeks of $12 per class
Info: 338-4144
New Conscious Vinyasa Yoga Class
When: Tuesday nights, January 8 to February 26 at 7:15 p.m.
Where: Boulder Creek Recreation Center, 13333 Middleton Avenue in Boulder Creek
Details: Focus on healing and mind-body connection.
Cost: $10
Info: Dawn Kay 776-3986
Cooking and Homestead Class for Kids
When: Tuesdays 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Boulder Creek Recreation Center
Cost: $15 per kid
Amateur Radio Technician License Class
When: Mondays 7 to 9 p.m. from January 19 to February 28
Where: St. Andrew’s Church, Glen Arbor and Riverside in Ben Lomond, CA 95005
Details: The San Lorenzo Valley Amateur Radio Club is pleased to offer a licensing class to introduce people to the art and science of Amateur Radio.  In this class you will learn what makes Amateur Radio the most unique organization in the world of communications.  You will also be introduced to the information that you need to know in order to pass the FCC Technician level license exam.  We will schedule a licensing exam to occur after the course has been completed.
Cost: Free!
Info: 336-8421 or W6***@sb*******.net
Bloom of the Present Weekly Monday Evening Meditation
When: Mondays except for federal holidays, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: The Satellite, 6265 Highway 9 in Felton 
Info: 831-212-6641  or bloomofthepresent.org
Touch Team iPad Memory classes at the Library
Monday and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Where: Scotts Valley Public Library, 251 Kings Village Road in Scotts Valley
Details: Join us in this supportive social setting, for a series of innovative workshops that use Ipads to engage the mind and activate memory. No experience is necessary and iPads are supplied by the library and individual coaches are present to help with activities.
Info: Call to Register 427-7700 x 7615
Wilder Ranch Tours and Living History Demonstrations
When: Weekends from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Wilder Ranch State Park, 1401 Coast Rd, Santa Cruz
Details: Visit an early day dairy ranch and step back in time to the late 1800’s at Wilder Ranch State Park. You can also play Victorian games or bring a picnic to enjoy on the front lawn, visit the farm animals and see what activities are taking place on the ranch this weekend, You may learn about hand quilting, watch blacksmithing, or wood stove baking techniques.
Info: 426-0505
Center for Animal Protection is recruiting foster families for dogs
Details: The Center for Animal Protection and Education (CAPE) is recruiting new foster volunteers for dogs awaiting permanent homes.
Info: Nancy Eaton at 684-2421
Redwood Loop Walk
When: Every Saturday at 1 p.m..
Where: Big Basin Redwoods State Park, 21600 Big Basin Way in Boulder Creek
Details: Join us for this fun and informative guided half-mile stroll through a magnificent old-growth redwood forest. Meet the famous Mother Tree, the Father of the Forest and the incredible Chimney Tree on this 90-minute walk. Meet at park headquarters.
Cost: Free
Info: 338-8883
Old-Growth Redwood Walks
When: every Saturday at 1 p.m.
Where: Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, 101 N Big Trees Park Road in Felton
Details: Experience a guided forest adventure on a docent-led walk through the magnificent old-growth coast redwood forest. This is .8 mile long stroll lasting around 1.5 hours. The trail is wheelchair and stroller accessible.
Cost: Free
Info: 335-7077
Embroidistry at Om Gallery
When: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily
Where: Om Gallery, 1201 Pacific Avenue in Santa Cruz
Details: Hand-embroidered interpretations of well-known masterpieces, album covers, and original compositions by Ben Lomond artist Mardeen Gordon.
Cost: Free
Info: Mardeen Gordon at 252-7446
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
TOPS club meet
When: Wednesdays from 10 to 11 a.m.
Where: Meeting room in back of the Felton Fire Department
Details: Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) is a group dedicated to loosing weight by encouraging healthy eating and lifestyle habits.
Cost: First visit is free
Tai Chi and Chi Gong
When: Fridays from 9 to 10 a.m.
Where: Sky Park behind Parks and Rec., 361 Kings Village Road in Scotts Valley
Details: Gentle movement supporting balance, stress reduction, and strengthening.
Cost: $8 drop-in fee
Info: Mary Mulligan 335-9390
Valley Churches United Missions Food Pantry
When: Tuesdays through Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Valley Churches United Missions Food Pantry, 9430 Highway 9 in Ben Lomond
Details: School supplies and back packs for low-income families in need.
Cost: Free
Info: Preregister at 336-8258 x 221
Scotts Valley Senior Center Book Worms
When: Third Friday of the month, from 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Scotts Valley Senior Center, 370 Kings Village Road in Scotts Valley
Details: A senior-oriented book club organized by the Scotts Valley Senior Center.
Cost: $2 for members, $3 for non-members
Info: 438-8666
Fridays at Five food distribution
When: Fridays from 5 to 6 p.m.
Where: GateWay Bible Church, 5000 Granite Creek Road in Scotts Valley
Details: Food distribution to those in need. Every Friday, tables of groceries will be set up near the carport at the church office.
Info: 3G**@co*****.net or 438-0646
Line Dance classes
When: Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Boulder Creek Recreation Center, 13333 Middleton Avenue in Boulder Creek
Details: Line Dance Instructor Amber Blavin will lead a weekly line dancing class. No partners are needed to attend.
Cost: $5 per class or donation
Info: (408) 712-2287 or da*********@sb*******.com
SLV Museum exhibit
When: Wednesday through Sunday 12 to 4 p.m.
Where: SLV Museum, 12547 Highway 9 in Boulder Creek
Details: “Crystals, Caves, and Kilns” explores the natural and cultural history of limestone, lime, and marble in the Felton and Santa Cruz areas.
Cost: Donations
Info: 338-8382
Improv theater games and exercises
When: Sundays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Boulder Creek Recreation Center, 13333 Middleton Avenue in Boulder Creek
Details: Heidi Drew will lead two hours of improvisation theater classes. Beginners are encouraged
Cost: $5
Info: ch********@gm***.com
Live jazz at Casa Nostra
When: Wednesdays and Fridays from 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: 9217 Highway 9 in Ben Lomond
Details: Casa Nostra will host live jazz music.
Cost: Free
Info: 609-6132
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
Boulder Creek Zumba
When: Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Boulder Creek Recreation and Parks District, 13333 Middleton Avenue in Boulder Creek
Details: Cecelia Kelly will lead a weekly Zumba class. Participants will get a great workout in a dance party atmosphere.
Cost: $10
Info: http://ceciliakelly.zumba.com
Senior pinochle game
When: Tuesdays at 2 p.m.
Where: Scotts Valley Senior Center, 370 Kings Village Road in Scotts Valley
Details: An open game of pinochle.
Cost: $2 for members, $3 for non-members
Info: 438-8666
Free laughter yoga
When: Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
Where: Luminescence Day Spa and Tea Room, 13140 Highway 9, in Boulder Creek
Cost: Free
Info: Lizzie Lochner, 338-7546
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: pr*@sa*********.org or 427-7717
Senior line dancing
When: 12 p.m. Tuesdays and 9 a.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 to confirm
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
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
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 Street in Santa Cruz
Details: Lectures for beginning to advanced genealogy enthusiasts.
Cost: Free
Info: 427-7707, ext. 5794, or Janine Charlton, iv***@co*****.net
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
Beginners’ line dancing
When: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays
Where: Boulder Creek Recreation, 13333 Middleton Ave., in Boulder Creek
Details: For dancers age 8 and older
Cost: Drop in by donation
Info: da*********@sb*******.net
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 be******@sb*******.net, 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 on 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 ma**@ma**********.com
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