Datebook: Happenings in SLV and SV

Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 29 to 31
‘The After-Christmas Carol’ benefit play
When: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday
Where: San Lorenzo Valley High School, 7105 Highway 9, in Felton
Details: Original play performed by The Helping Hams; proceeds will benefit a Scotts Valley home for five young adults who were disabled in accidents.
Cost: $18 adults, $15 seniors, $12 children ages 6 through 12
Saturday, Jan. 30
Pancake breakfast and silent auction
When: 8 a.m. to noonh
Where: Scotts Valley Senior Center, 370 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Details: Breakfast includes ham, eggs, juice and coffee.
Info: 438-8666
Scotts Valley Farmers Market
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: 370 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Info: 454-0566
Boulder Creek community meeting
When: 9 a.m. to noon
Where: Boulder Creek Recreation Hall, 13333 Middleton Ave., in Boulder Creek
Details: Residents are invited to discuss a possible new community center and park in downtown Boulder Creek.
Info: Christina Horvat, 338-4144; or Eric Hammer, 239-8895
Learn about magnetism and electricity
When: 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Quail Hollow Ranch County Park, 800 Quail Hollow Road, in Felton
Details: Phyllis Endicott will lead hands-on experiments with magnetism and electricity. For children age 7 and older. Call to register.
Cost: $20, includes materials fee
Info: 335-9348 or 454-7941
Silent movie showing at Henry Cowell
When: 4 p.m.
Where: Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Visitors Center, 6059 Highway 9, in Felton
Details: The 1923 film “Soul of the Beast” will be shown. Some scenes were shot in Boulder Creek.
Info: 335-3174
Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 30 and 31
Santa Cruz Orchid Society Show and Sale
When: 9 to 5 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday
Where: Soquel High School, 401 Old San Jose Road, in Soquel
Details: A large assortment of orchids will be on display and available for sale, along with potting demonstrations, information and advice.
Cost: Free to attend
Info: 426-5631
Monday, Feb. 1
Mountain Community Resources phoneathon kick-off
When: 5 to 8 p.m. weeknights in February
Where: Volunteers will make calls from Mountain Community Resources in Felton
Details: Contact MCR if you are interested in volunteering
Info: Anna, 335-6609
Wednesday, Feb. 3
Scotts Valley Sons in Retirement lunch
When: 11:45 a.m.
Where: Portuguese Hall, 216 Evergreen St., in Santa Cruz
Details: Archaeologist Mark Hylenka will speak.
Info: Dave, 336-8481
Community meeting on Ben Lomond Park
When: 7 to 9 p.m.
Where: Highlands Park Senior Center, 8500 Highway 9, in Ben Lomond
Details: Santa Cruz County Parks Director Joe Schultz and park planners Bob Olsen and Cristina James will discuss future improvements to the park, made possible by Proposition 84 grant money. All interested residents are invited to attend. Sponsored by the San Lorenzo Valley Chamber of Commerce.
Info: Thomas Wynn, 336-4367
Thursday, Feb. 4
Real estate market forecast presentation
When: 6:30 p.m.
Where: Scotts Valley Senior Center, 370 Kings Village Road
Details: Carole Rodoni, an author and adviser on Bay Area real estate, will speak. To reserve a seat, call or send e-mail to sv******@c2*********.com.
Cost: Free
Info: Shannon Osburn, 438-8400
Friday, Feb. 5
First Friday Contra Dance
When: 7:40 p.m.
Where: Felton Community Hall, 6191 Highway 9, in Felton
Details: No partner necessary; wear soft-soled shoes and avoid perfumes.
Cost: $10
Info: Paul, 464-0877; or www.santacruzdance.org
Parent’s Night Out for SLV cheer
When: 5 to 9 p.m.; sign up by Monday, Feb. 1
Where: San Lorenzo Valley Middle School cafeteria, 7179 Hacienda Way, in Felton
Details: Parents can drop off kids and enjoy a night off to raise money for the SLV High School competition cheerleaders. Games, crafts, a movie, pizza and snacks will be provided.
Cost: $15 per child or $25 per family.
Info: 818-6356
SLV High carnival night
When: 3 to 8 p.m.
Where: SLV High School gym, 7105 Highway 9, in Felton
Details: Inflatable Twister and bungee run, popcorn and games at halftime during the basketball games.
Cost: Athletic ticket prices apply
Saturday, Feb. 6
Felton Presbyterian Church silent auction
When: 3 to 5 p.m.
Where: 6090 Highway 9, in Felton
Details: Proceeds benefit humanitarian work in Brazil. Items include sports and event tickets, gift certificates, and local merchandise.
Info: 335-6900
Scotts Valley farmers market
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: 370 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Info: 454-0566
Monday, Feb. 8
Bethany University music faculty recital
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Bethany University theater, 800 Bethany Drive
Details: Features music from composers Bernstein, Mahler, Campion and Monte Verdi.
Cost: Free
Info: June, 461-9246
Lompico community meeting
When: 6:30 p.m.
Where: Zayante Fire Station, 7700 E. Zayante Road, in Felton
Details: Lompico residents are encouraged to learn about the Lompico Community Center and what it does in the community.
Info: www.lompicocc.org
Wednesday, Feb. 10
Networking mixer with San Lorenzo Valley Chamber
When: 5 to 7 p.m.
Where: San Lorenzo Valley Museum, 12547 Highway 9, in Boulder Creek
Info: 345-2084
Thursday, Feb. 11
Redwood Mountain Faire dinner, dancing
When: 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Where: Scopazzi’s, 13300 Big Basin Way, in Boulder Creek
Details: Proceeds from this Hawaiian-themed evening benefit the revival of the Redwood Mountain Faire.
Cost: $42 in advance, $50 at the door
Info: 338-4300
Saturday, Feb. 13
Scotts Valley farmers market
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: 370 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Info: 454-0566
Friday, Feb. 19
American Red Cross mobile blood drive
When: 1 to 6 p.m.
Where: Felton Presbyterian Church’s Taylor Hall, 6090 Highway 9, in Felton
Details: Call or go online to schedule an appointment to give blood.
Info: 800-448-3543 or www.redcrossblood.org
Saturday, Feb. 20
Scotts Valley farmers market
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: 370 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Info: 454-0566
Monday, Feb. 22
CPR class at Felton Fire Station
When: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: 131 Kirby St., in Felton
Info: Ray Soler, 335-4422; or www.feltonfire.com
Tuesday, Feb. 23
Watershed advisory meeting
When: 6 p.m.
Where: San Lorenzo Valley High School multi-use room, 7105 Highway 9, in Felton
Info: Terry Umstead, 335-2495
Saturday, Feb. 27
Scotts Valley farmers market
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: 370 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Info: 454-0566
Saturday, March 13
Lions Club crab-cioppino feed and dance
When: 6 p.m. to midnight
Where: CPDES Hall, 216 Evergreen St., in Santa Cruz
Details: All proceeds will be used for the club’s charitable works.
Cost: $40
Info: Steve, 438-2678; or Karen, 429-2017
Saturday, March 20
CPR, first-aid class at Felton Fire Station
When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: 131 Kirby St., in Felton
Info: Ray Soler, 335-4422; or www.feltonfire.com
Ongoing
Together in the Park
When: 10:30 a.m. to noon Wednesdays
Where: Felton Covered Bridge Park, Graham Hill and Mount Hermon roads
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: St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 101 Riverside Ave., in Ben Lomond
Details: Beginning and experienced students are welcome for silent meditation and talk.
Info: Carla, 336-0136
Basic and chair 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
‘Ultra beginning’ line dancing class
When: 11 a.m., second Thursday of each month
Where: Scotts Valley Senior Center, 370 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Cost: $6
Info: 438-8666
‘Ceramics on the Wheel’ classes
When: 6 to 9 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays
Where: Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center, 9341 Mill St., in Ben Lomond
Details: For beginning to advanced levels — limited to five students.
Info: 336-3513 or www.mountainartcenter.org
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
Tai chi classes
When: 9:45 to 11 a.m. Mondays
Where: Highlands Park Senior Center, 8500 Highway 9, in Ben Lomond
Cost: $2 for members, $4 for nonmembers
Info: 336-8900; or Bill Wright, 429-5004
‘Experiments in Clay’ classes
When: 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays
Where: Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center, 9341 Mill St., in Ben Lomond
Details: Hand-building with clay
Info: 336-3513 or www.mountainartcenter.org
Life drawing classes
When: 7 to 9:15 p.m. Tuesdays
Where: Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center, 9341 Mill St., in Ben Lomond
Details: Beginners and pros are welcome to drop in. Features different model every week.
Cost: $8 for members, $10 for nonmembers
Info: 336-3513 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 call a day in advance.
Info: Dale Bates, 345-7565
Ceramic classes for adults
When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesdays
Where: Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center, 9341 Mill St., in Ben Lomond
Info: 336-3513 or www.mountainartcenter.org
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
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: 831-763-9825 or 408-353-4766
Kidz Korner clothing exchange
When: 10 to 11:30 a.m. every third Saturday
Where: St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 101 Riverside Ave., in Ben Lomond
Details: The exchange is for children’s clothes for newborns to 5-year-olds. If you don’t have clothes to donate, feel free to pick up what you need.
Info: Rebecca, 408-875-3450
Beginning ukulele classes
When: 6:30 to 7:20 p.m. Mondays for new students; 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays for advanced students
Where: Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center, 9341 Mill St., in Ben Lomond
Cost: $3 suggested donation
Info: 336-3513 or www.mountainartcenter.org
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