Datebook: Upcoming events in the valley

Sunday, May 16
Children’s Carnival
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Highlands Park, 8500 Highway 9, in Ben Lomond
Details: Children’s carnival with inflatable slide, bounce house, games, face painting, barbecue, magician and more. Hosted by the Children’s Center of San Lorenzo Valley.
Cost: Admission is free, games are $1 each
Info: Lisa Whitworth, 408-316-5120
Speed dating in the valley
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Felton (call for reservations and info)
Details: A fun and easy way to meet new people. Reservations are required.
Cost: $18
Info: 332-9734
Green solutions for everyday living workshop
When: 1 to 4 p.m.
Where: Felton Community Hall meeting room, 6191 Highway 9, in Felton
Details: Workshop by Eco-Alchemist Stephanie Sakasai featuring “make and take” demonstrations and recipes of environmentally friendly products
Cost: Free
Info: 278-1305
Tuesday, May 18 through May 20
American Crown Circus opens in SV
When: Shows at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Where: Skypark, 361 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley
Details: Children younger than 12 are free when accompanied by a paying adult if the tickets bought in advance at the Scotts Valley Chamber Office, 360 Kings Village Road, in Scotts Valley, or at any Bay Federal Credit Union.
Info: 438-1010
Wednesday, May 19
Kirby dance presents “Messages”
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Bethany University Theater, 800 Bethany Drive, Scotts Valley
Details: Georgiana Bruce Kirby students will present a dance show featuring Jazz, lyrical and hip-hop.
Cost: $8
Info: 423-0658 ext. 125
Saturday, May 22
Boulder Creek Elementary Spring Carnival
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Boulder Creek Elementary, 400 Lomond St., in Boulder Creek
Details: Wear a sports uniform to the sports-themed carnival to receive a prize ticket or candy. The event includes games, obstacle courses, a bounce house, prizes and food and drink.
Info: Christina Wise, 588-0540
Two Person Shootout golf tournament
When: 8 a.m.
Where: Boulder Creek Golf Course, 16901 Big Basin Way, in Boulder Creek
Details: A two-person scramble tournament to benefit Valley Churches United Mission. Buffet and prizes.
Cost: $120 per team, includes cart and buffet
Info: 338-2121
Saturday, May 22, and Sunday, May 23
The Hidden Gardens of Bonny Doon Garden Tour
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Throughout Bonny Doon
Details: Explore 12 unique, winsome and eclectic gardens to benefit Bonny Doon Union Elementary School.
Cost: $20
Info: 469-0688 or 423-7728
Tuesday, May 25
Watershed symposium
When: 6:30 p.m.
Where: San Lorenzo Valley High Performing Arts Center, 7105 Highway 9, in Felton
Details: Watershed Academy Students share their research projects.
Info: 335-4425
SLV Chamber breakfast meeting
When: 9 a.m.
Where: Satellite Telework Center, 6265 Highway 9, Felton
Details: Boulder Creek Recreation’s Christina Horvat will speak about the state of the district.
Info: 345-2084
Cost: Guests, $5
Thursday, May 27
Simitian Ice Cream Social
When: 4 to 6 p.m.
Where: Santa Cruz County Government Center, 701 Ocean Street, Room 318-A, Santa Cruz
Details: Sen. Joe Simitian and members of his staff will be on hand to meet with constituents while eating Marianne’s Ice Cream.
Info: 425-0401
Scotts Valley networking mixer
When: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Larry Beaman’s Farmer’s Insurance, 4200 Scotts Valley Drive, Ste. B
Details: Bring business cards to network.
Cost: $5 for members, $10 for others.
Tuesday, June 1
Relay For Life Scotts Valley & SLV Team Meeting and Fundraiser
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Tony & Alba’s, 226 Mount Hermon Road, Scotts Valley
Details: Those interested in joining can attend. Mention “Relay Night” after 5 p.m. and a portion of sales will go toward the Relay for Life.
Info: www.relayforlife.org/scottsvalleyca
Wednesday, June 2
Vine Hill School retirement party
When: 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Where: Vine Hill School playground, 151 Vine Hill School Road, in Scotts Valley
Details: Former students are invited to celebrate the careers of three retiring teachers, Raeanne Goodwin, Jane Hancock and Terry Hjorth.
Info: Kathy Hormel, 234-4905 or kh*******@ya***.com
Saturday, June 5
Saint Andrews Golf Classic
When: 9 a.m.
Where: Valley Garden’s Golf Course, 263 Mount Hermon Road, Scotts Valley
Details: A tri-tip barbecue follows the tournament at Saint Andrews Episcopal Church, 101 Riverside Drive, Ben Lomond.
Cost: $55 adults, $40 age 16-and-under includes barbecue
Info: 336-5994 or 336-5157
Scotts Valley High retirement party
When: 1 to 5 p.m.
Where: Malone’s Grande Grille, 4402 Scotts Valley Drive
Details: A retirement party for Scotts Valley High principal Gregg Gunkel. Hamburger, fires and a drink with silent auction and raffle prizes. Adults only.
Cost: $15 in advance, $20 day of
Info: Rene, re*******@sb*******.net or 408-921-3440.
Monday, June 14
Red Cross Blood Drive
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: San Agustin Catholic Church, 257 Glenwood Drive, Scotts Valley
Info: 800-733-2767-7 or www.redcrossblood.org (Sponsor Code: AGUSTIN to sign up)