Datebook (Feb. 20, 2015)

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Friday, Feb. 20
Donate Blood with the American Red Cross Blood
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Felton Presbyterian Church; 6090 Highway 9 in Felton
Details: The American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to help ensure a sufficient and diverse blood supply by giving blood this February.
Info: 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org
Saturday, Feb. 21
Coffee Talk and Crafts
When: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Big Basin Redwoods State Park; 21600 Big Basin Way in Boulder Creek
Details: Enjoy free coffee or hot chocolate while a Docent answers your questions about the park/trails.
Info: 338-8883
Hike to Ocean Summit
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Meet at Park Headquarters at Big Basin Redwoods State Park; 21600 Big Basin Way in Boulder Creek
Details: A six-mile hike through shaded forest to a hilltop view of the coast; bring snacks, lunch, water, and appropriate clothing.
Info: 338-8883
Winter Wildflower Walk
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Meet at Park Headquarters at Big Basin Redwoods State Park; 21600 Big Basin Way in Boulder Creek
Details: learn to identify Big Basin’s flowering plants and visit several historical spots within the park including chimney trees and a waterfall.
Info: 338-8883
SLVUSD Performing Arts Center Grand Opening
When: 1 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 10 p.m.
Where: 7105 Highway 9 in Felton
Details: The official ribbon-cutting, followed by guided backstage tours and student performances with a special Benefit Concert will take place from 7 to 10 p.m. featuring SLV alumni: The Coffis Brothers and the Mountain Men and Taylor Rae Vencill. 
Sunday, Feb. 22
The Road Less Traveled – A Dog-Friendly Walk
When: 10:30 a.m.
Where: Big Basin Redwoods State Park; 21600 Big Basin Way in Boulder Creek
Details: An easy three-mile hike on North Escape Road along beautiful Opal Creek; dogs not required, but welcome!
Monday, Feb. 23
Basic Bridge
When: 10:15 to 11:45 a.m. Monday’s Feb. 23, March 2, 16, 23, 30 April 13, 20, 27 May 4
Where: Highland Park; 8500 Highway 9 in Ben Lomond
Details: Syd Carlsen will offer a ten-week basic bridge class beginning Monday, Feb. 23; maximum of eight players.
Info: 336-8900
Wednesday, Feb. 25
Live Jazz at Casa Nostra
When: 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Casa Nostra; 9217 Highway 9 in Ben Lomond
Details: Live jazz Duo by Paul Trigg & Joe Leonard Trio
Info: Casa Nostra 609-6132
Thursday, Feb. 26
Live Jazz at the Trout Farm
When: 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: The Trout Farm Inn; 7701 East Zayante Road in Felton
Details: Live jazz music featuring the Joe Leonard Trio
Info: Trout Farm 335-4317
Friday, Feb. 27
Live Jazz at Casa Nostra
When: 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Casa Nostra; 9217 Highway 9 in Ben Lomond
Details: Live jazz music featuring JOY OF JAZZ
Info: Casa Nostra 609-6132
Saturday, Feb. 28
Basket Making Workshop: Learn how to make a basket with local pine needles!
When: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park; 101 N Big Trees Park Road in Felton
Details: Meet at the Visitor Center. A fun and free family workshop teaching the basics of pine needle basket making. No experience necessary and all materials are supplied.
Cost: Program is free, parking fee $10.
Scotts Valley Educational Foundation 30^th Anniversary
When: 12 to 4 p.m.
Where: Scotts Valley Community Center; 360 Kings Village Road in Scotts Valley
Details: The public is invited to attend the SVEF’s 30th Anniversary Celebration reminding the community why it’s so important for SVEF to continue its fundraising efforts towards critical needs for our children’s growth.
Cost: $8 per person
Info: To purchase tickets visit: http://www.svef.net/events/30th-celebration/
SLVHS Grad Night Fundraiser
When: 2 to 5 p.m.
Where: Felton Community Hall; 6191 Highway 9 in Felton
Details: Silent auction, raffle, wine, chocolate, live music, and refreshments.
Cost: $15 for Glass and 5 Tastings
Info: 831-345-0697
 
Wednesday, March 4
Sons in Retirement Luncheon
When: 11:30 a.m. to 1:35 p.m.
Where: Portuguese Hall; 216 Evergreen at Coral Street in Santa Cruz (3 blocks past COSTCO)
Details: Catered lunch by Barbara & Co. and a talk by Brenna Ewing of SPCA.
Cost: $17
Info: 336-8481 to make reservations by Friday before the event
Thursday, March 5
Irish Ancestral Research
When: 1 to 3 p.m.
Where: Central Branch Library, 224 Church Street in Santa Cruz
Details: Learn about the history and geography of the places where your Irish ancestors lived.
Info: 427-7707 x 5794
Saturday, March 7
Santa Cruz Symphony League’s Big Band Gala
When: 6 to 10 p.m.
Where: Coconut Grove; Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 400 Beach Street in Santa Cruz
Details: Good food, music and dancing; featuring the music of the “Swing Into Spring” band under the direction of Jon Nordgren.
Info: 685-1932 or visit www.slscc.org/special-events/anything-goes/
Boulder Creek Business Association auction dinner
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Scopazzi’s Restaurant;13300 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek
Details: Supervisor McPherson will be in attendance to swear in this year’s office.
Tuesday, March 10
MPF Fundraising Dinner at the Shadow Brook
When: 5 p.m.
Where: The Shadowbrook Restaurant; 1750 Wharf Road in Capitola
Details: the Shadowbrook Restaurant will once again generously donate a third of the cost of your dinner, including drinks, to the Mountain Parks Foundation. 
Info: 475-1511 to make a reservation; don’t forget to mention that you are dinning in support of the Mountain Parks Foundation.
 
Saturday, March 14
American Red Cross Blood Donation Opportunity
When: 12 to 5 p.m.
Where: Boulder Creek Recreation Center; 13333 Middleton Avenue in Boulder Creek.
Details: The American Red Cross reminds eligible blood donors to donate blood during Red Cross Month in March.
ONGOING
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% 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 18th through April 22nd and April 29th through June 3rd 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
 
Maggie’s Men’s Group – Collective Figure Drawings
When: Feb. 6 through March 27; Mon. – Fri. 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sun. 12 to 5 p.m.
Where: Outback Trading Company; 6257 Highway 9 in Felton
Details: Maggie’s Men’s Group came up with sort of a musical chair game where the model is timed to sit for two minutes then they move to the next chair leaving their drawing pad behind for the next artist to draw on. This continues for two go arounds while the model holds the same pose for about 20 minutes. Five years later they have accumulated unpredictable drawings and are excited to share the results.
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 [email protected]
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 & Chi Gong
When: Fridays from 9 to 10 a.m.
Where: Sky Park behind Parks & 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: [email protected] 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 [email protected]
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: [email protected]
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: [email protected] 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, [email protected]
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: [email protected]
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 [email protected]; 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 [email protected]
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