Datebook: State senator to talk in Ben Lomond

Senator to speak at Valley Women’s Club meeting
State Sen. Joe Simitian and Santa Cruz County Supervisor Mark Stone will speak about the state and county as part of the Valley Women’s Club’s annual meeting Sunday, March 14, at Highlands Park Senior Center, 8500 Highway 9, in Ben Lomond.
The meeting is scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a potluck lunch and social for the VWC members and guests to precede the presentations. Guests should take a dish to share and silverware to use.
For information and to RSVP for child care: Dusty Gipson, 338-3787.
Friday, March 12
SLE kindergarten education day
When: Noon to 3:30 p.m.
Where: San Lorenzo Valley Elementary School,
7155 Highway 9, in Felton
Details: Parents of incoming kindergartners can meet teachers, register students and have questions answered.
Info: 335-4475.
Glen Arbor spaghetti feed
When: 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Glen Arbor School, 9393 Glen Arbor Road, in Ben Lomond
Details: This kid-friendly spaghetti feed will benefit Glen Arbor School. To-go orders are welcome, as seating is limited.
Cost: $7 adults, $3 children
Info: 336-2932
Saturday, March 13
Scotts Valley Farmers Market
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: 370 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Info: 454-0566
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 go to the club’s charitable works.
Cost: $40
Info: Steve, 438-2678; or Karen, 429-2017
St. Patrick’s Day dinner dance
When: 5:30 p.m.
Where: St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 13005 Pine St., in Boulder Creek
Details: Corned beef and cabbage dinner prepared by Scopazzi’s Restaurant
Cost: $25 adults, $15 children under 10; call for reservations
Info: 336-5098 or 338-3782
Sunday, March 14
Valley Women’s Club annual meeting
When: 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Highlands Park Senior Center, 8500 Highway 9, in Ben Lomond
Details: State Sen. Joe Simitian and Santa Cruz County Supervisor Mark Stone will speak about the state and the county, and members of the Women’s Club will talk about the past year and upcoming plans.
Info: Dusty Gipson, 338-3787
Family portrait day for Felton accident victim
When: 2:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Where: Mount Hermon Conference Center Rec Field, 37 Conference Drive, in Felton
Details: Seven professional photographers will shoot portraits and donate the proceeds to help Felton’s Rose Sniatowski, whose back was broken in a head-on crash in October. Participants should register in advance.
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Girl Scout used-book sale
When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Scotts Valley High School student union, 555 Glenwood Drive, in Scotts Valley
Details: Proceeds will be used to buy books for the high school library.
Info: Diana Thygeson,


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‘Jewel Thieves’ dinner theater
When: Dinner seating at 5:30 p.m.
Where: Peachwoods Steakhouse, 555 Highway 17, in Pasatiempo
Details: Comedy production featuring Felton’s Tara McMilin and Scotts Valley’s Elizabeth Hammack
Cost: $40, all costs included; call for reservations
Info: 426-6333
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
Scotts Valley Farmers Market
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: 370 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Info: 454-0566
SLV Rotary benefit dinner for Haiti
When: 5 to 8 p.m.
Where: Zayante Fire District, 7700 E. Zayante Road, in Felton
Details: Proceeds will help earthquake victims in Haiti. The goal is to buy 10 shelter boxes, at a cost of $10,000.
Cost: Requested donations are $7.50 for adults, $5 for children, or $15 for a family Tickets are available through the San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District office, 325 Marion Ave., in Ben Lomond. Checks should be payable to SLV Rotary Club.
Monday, March 22
Redwood Pizzeria Donation Night
When: 5 to 8 p.m.
Where: Redwood Pizzeria, 6205 Highway 9, in Felton
Details: Enjoy pizza and raise money for The Children’s Center of San Lorenzo Valley in Ben Lomond, either dine-in or takeout. Proceeds will benefit the school.
Info: Lisa Whitworth, 408-316-5120
Friday, March 26
American Red Cross blood drive
When: 1 to 6 p.m.
Where: Felton Presbyterian Church, 6090 Highway 9
Info: www.redcrossblood.org
Saturday, March 27
Scotts Valley Farmers Market
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: 370 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Info: 454-0566
Passport Day in the USA
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Simpkins Family Swim Center, Room A, 979 17th Ave., in Santa Cruz
Details: The Santa Cruz County Clerk will provide passport information and accept applications from U.S. citizens.
Info: www.travel.state.gov or 454-2060
‘A Romance in the Redwoods’ silent movie
When: 4 p.m.
Where: Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park visitor center, 101 N. Big Trees Road, in Felton
Details: Henry Cowell and the sandhills of Zayante are featured backgrounds in the 1917 movie.
Cost: Park entrance $10, film is free
Info: 335-3174
Sunday, March 28
Scotts Valley flea market
When: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Scotts Valley Senior Center, 370 Kings Village Road
Info: 438-8666
‘Jewel Thieves’ dinner theater
When: Dinner seating at 5:30 p.m.
Where: Peachwoods Steakhouse, 555 Highway 17, in Pasatiempo
Details: Dinner theater comedy production featuring Felton’s Tara McMilin and Scotts Valley’s Elizabeth Hammack
Cost: $40 includes all expenses
Info/Reservations: 426-6333
Wednesday, March 31
Dine for Hospice
When: Reservations begin at 4 p.m.
Where: Scopazzi’s Restaurant, 13300 Big Basin Way, in Boulder Creek
Details: When diners mention hospice, Scopazzi’s will donate a portion of the dinner bill to support Hospice of Santa Cruz County.
An auction and raffle will follow.
Reservations: 338-4444
Friday, April 16
American Red Cross blood drive
When: 1 to 6 p.m.
Where: Felton Presbyterian Church, 6090 Highway 9
Info: 800-733-2767 or www.redcrossblood.org, with sponsor code FELTON
Tuesday, April 27
Scotts Valley Historical Society meeting
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Scott House at MacDorsa Park on Civic Center Drive, in Scotts Valley
Details: The club, which seeks new members, meets the fourth Tuesday of each month.
Info: Virginia Hooper, 438-6506
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
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 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
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