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Submit Datebook items to [email protected] or drop off press releases or photos at 5215 Scotts Valley Drive, Ste. F, Scotts Valley 95066. Deadline is 5 p.m. Tuesday. Entries are subject to editing, and publication is not guaranteed. Friday, August 14SLV Museum Bear Exhibit and Networking MixerWhen 5:30 to 8 p.m.Where: SLV Museum, 12547 Highway 9 in Boulder CreekCost: $5 member, $7 non-membersInfo: Call or email Mary Andersen at 831-345-5972 or [email protected] if you need more information, would like to donate a raffle prize, or are interested in hosting your own networking event in the coming months.  Saturday, August 15Free ACT practice examWhen: 8 to 11:30 a.m.Where: Higher Standards Academy, 444 Scotts Valley Dr. #7A in Scotts ValleyInfo: 515-7373 to register 2015 Scotts Valley Art Wine & Beer FestivalWhen: 6 to 8 p.m.Where: SkyparkDetails: Art, wine, food and fun.Info: 438-1010 Flea MarketWhen: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.Where: Felton Presbyterian Church, 6090 Highway 9, FeltonCost: $20 per spaceInfo: 335-6905 Sunday, August 162015 Scotts Valley Art Wine & Beer FestivalWhen: 6 to 8 p.m.Where: SkyparkDetails: Art, wine, food and fun.Info: 438-1010 Poet/Speak: Open poetry reading featuring Nancy HofmanWhen: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.Where: Santa Cruz Main Library, 224 Church St., Santa CruzInfo: 464-8983 Create your own Hupertufa planterWhen: 1 to 3 p.m.Where: Quail Hollow RanchDetails: Call for supplies and descriptionInfo: 335-9348 School Clean-up OpWhen: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Where: SLV Middle School, 7179 Hacienda Way in FeltonInfo: 335-3418 or [email protected] Sit Down, You’re Served Pancake BreakfastWhen: 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.Where: Highlands Senior Center, 8500 Highway 9 in Ben LomondCost: $6 for adults and $3 for childrenInfo: 336-8900 or [email protected] Monday, August 17Memory Loss seminarWhen: August 17, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.Where: Scotts Valley LibraryCall for information: 334-0865 Tuesday, August 18“When Music Worlds Collide,” Felton, CACost: Call for informationInfo: 335-2526Details Wednesday, Aug. 19Workshop: Going Shopping with Your ChildWhen: 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.Where: Felton Covered Bridge Park, at Graham Hill & Mt. Hermon Roads, FeltonInfo: http://first5scc.org/workshop-going-shopping-your-child-1   Friday, August 21American Red CrossDetails: Blood donation opportunitiesWhen: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m.Where: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day SaintsAddress: 9545 Lovecreek Rd., Ben Lomond Sunday, August 23School Clean-up OpWhen: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Where: SLV High School, 7105 Highway 9 in FeltonInfo: 335-3418 or [email protected] Wednesday, August 26Jazz musicWhen: 6 to 9 p.m.Where: Casa NostraDetails: Live jazz music featuring jazz duo Paul Trigg and Joe LeonardCost: No coverInfo: 609-6132 Thursday, August 27Willing Suspension Armchair TheaterWhen:7 to 9 p.m.Where: Scotts Valley LibraryDetails: Funny Ladies: Musings & Memoir from Hilarious WomenCost: Free, but donations are appreciatedInfo: [email protected] Sunday, August 30Music at SkyparkWhen: 2:30 to 6 p.m.Where: Skypark, Scotts ValleyDetails: Extra Large and The Joint Chiefs perform on outdoor stage, all food concessions support music programs in local public schools.Info: www.KiwanisoftheValleys.org   Cost: Free Wednesday, September 2Sons in Retirement LuncheonWhen: 11:30 a.m. to 1:35 p.m.Where: Portuguese Hall 216 Evergreen at Coral St. (3 blocks past COSTCO)Details: Catered lunch by Barbara & Co. Talk by:  Col. Brian Shiroyama former security officer for Air Force One, etc.Cost: $17Info: Call Dave at (831) 336-8481 by the Friday before the event.  Thursday, September 3Boating safety and navigation three classes for registrationWhen: 7 to 8:30 p.m.Where: Santa Cruz Harbor Public Meeting Room, 365A Lake Ave. at the Harbor near the boat yardDetails: Boating Skills and Seamanship, Sailing and Seamanship, and Coastal NavigationInfo: [email protected].  Friday, September 4Jazz MusicWhen: 6 to 9 p.m.Where: Casa Nostra in Ben LomondDetails: Live Jazz Music Featuring Joy of JazzInfo: Casa Nostra at (831) 609-6132 or Joy at (831) 246-0349 Cost: Free Sunday, September 6Jazz MusicWhen: 6 to 9 p.m.Where: Scopazzi’s Deck in Boulder CreekDetails: Live Jazz Music Featuring Joy of JazzInfo: Scopazzi’s at (831) 338-6441 or Joy at (831) 246-0349 Cost: Free  Saturday, September 12Women with mood disordersWhen: 3 to 5 p.m.Where: Ease Mountain Yoga, Ben LomondInfo: 440-6970 Sunday, September 139th Annual Emergency Preparedness DayWhen: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Where: Home Depot parking lot, 2600 41st Ave. in SoquelDetails: Emergency communication demonstrationsInfo: 462-5650 ext. 145 Sunday, September 27Music at Skypark ConcertWhen: 2 to 6 p.m.Where: SkyparkDetails: Two bands, The Coffis Brothers and The Mountain MenCost: Donation proceeds from refreshments sale go to schoolsInfo: Kiwanis of the Valleys – 439-8018 Sunday, September 20Santa Cruz Post Card and Paper Collectibles showWhen: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Where: The Hilton, 6001 La Madrona Dr. in Scotts ValleyDetails: An intimate post card experience.Info: [email protected] or 476-3262 ONGOING Mountain Community TheaterPark Hall in Ben LomondWhen: August 21 through 22What: New Works Night: Frank and StellaDetails: An original play written by Ian McRae; Directed by Robin AronsonInfo and tickets: www.mctshows.org or 336-4777 Everest Vacation Bible SchoolWhen: Aug. 3 through 7 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.Where: San Agustin Catholic Church, 257 Glenwood Dr. in Scotts ValleyWhat: Games, crafts, experiments, songs, drama, and snacks.Cost: $60Info: 438-3633 Registration ends July 27 Vegan potluckWhen: First Friday of the month at 11:30 a.m.Where: Saint Michael’s Community Hall in Boulder CreekDetails: We are the only location around trying to save all life on earth — now declining by over 100 species a day due to 8 billion humans killing everything that lives.Info: 338-3544 to RSVP or email [email protected]. Together in the ParkWhen: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. WednesdaysWhere: Felton Covered Bridge ParkDetails: Parenting resources, craft projects, music, stories and healthy snacks. Parents, family members or caregivers, and their children meet for play and group activities.Cost: Free Center for Animal Protection is recruiting foster families for dogsDetails: The Center for Animal Protection and Education (CAPE) is recruiting new foster volunteers for dogs awaiting permanent homes.Info: Nancy Eaton at 684-2421 San Lorenzo Valley “Women with Mood Disorders”When: The second Saturday of the month from 3:30 to 5:50 p.m.Where: FeltonInfo: [email protected] for details Sound MeditationWhen: First Sunday of every month from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m.Where: Mountain Spirit, 6299 Highway 9 in FeltonDetails: Discussion and practice on the use of sound to connect in meditation with Bruce ManakaCost: FreeInfo: Shelby at 335-7700 Gratitude WednesdaysWhen: First Wednesday of every month from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.Where: Mountain Spirit, 6299 Highway 9 in FeltonDetails: Mountain Spirit will donate 10 percent of sales to a local non-profit.Info: Shelby at 335-7700 Mountain Spirit’s Writing GroupWhen: First Wednesday of every month from 5 to 7 p.m.Where: Mountain Spirit, 6299 Highway 9 in FeltonDetails: Mountain Spirit's Writing Group is a creative writing class led by Wendy Ledger.Info: Shelby at 335-7700 Kids Fun Night at BC RecreationWhen: Tuesdays, 5 to 9 p.m.Where: Boulder Creek Recreation Center, 13333 Middleton Ave. in Boulder CreekDetails: Potluck please bring a dish to share. Fun filled evening for kids 2-11years. Movie, crafts, games, and fun.Cost: $20 per kid Cooking and Homestead Class for KidsWhen: Tuesdays, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.Where: Boulder Creek Recreation CenterCost: $15 per kid Bloom of the Present Weekly Monday Evening MeditationWhen: 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 LibraryMonday and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.Where: Scotts Valley Public Library, 251 Kings Village Rd. in Scotts ValleyDetails: 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 DemonstrationsWhen: Weekends from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.Where: Wilder Ranch State Park, 1401 Coast Rd, Santa CruzDetails: 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 Redwood Loop WalkWhen: Saturdays, 1 p.m.Where: Big Basin Redwoods State Park, 21600 Big Basin Way in Boulder CreekDetails: 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: FreeInfo: 338-8883 Old-Growth Redwood WalksWhen: every Saturday at 1 p.m.Where: Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, 101 N Big Trees Park Rd. in FeltonDetails: 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: FreeInfo: 335-7077 Embroidistry at Om GalleryWhen: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. dailyWhere: Om Gallery, 1201 Pacific Ave. in Santa CruzDetails: Hand-embroidered interpretations of well-known masterpieces, album covers, and original compositions by Ben Lomond artist Mardeen Gordon.Cost: FreeInfo: Mardeen Gordon at 252-7446 First aid-CPR classWhen: Third Saturday of the monthWhere: Felton Fire Protection District, 131 Kirby St., in FeltonDetails: 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 othersInfo: 335-4422 or www.feltonfire.com TOPS club meetWhen: Wednesdays from 10 to 11 a.m.Where: Meeting room in back of the Felton Fire DepartmentDetails: Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) is a group dedicated to loosing weight by encouraging healthy eating and lifestyle habits.

Guy C. Earl’s resolve to spend more time with his young family was severely tested by his older brother. One of the first to recognize the potential of shipping California fruit East by train, Edwin T. Earl became a big player in the produce industry when he secured a patent on an improved refrigerator car.

The Agape Dance Academy will once again offer four performances of a beloved Christmas ballet to benefit kids who are battling cancer.

Kiley Rose Garcia, a 6-pound, 13-ounce girl, was born to Trinity Lynn (Kay) and Freddy Omar Garcia of Felton at Dominican Hospital in Santa Cruz. She was born at 2:40 a.m. on July 20, 2014.

When my daughter was 7 years old, she looked at me with puppy dog eyes and said, “Papa, will you coach my soccer team?”

Road to recovery made shorter through love, prayers

- Submit Datebook items to [email protected] or drop off press releases or photos at 5215 Scotts Valley Drive, Ste. F, Scotts Valley 95066. Deadline is 5 p.m. Tuesday. Entries are subject to editing, and publication is not guaranteed.

My summer travel season started this year in the Puget Sound in the Pacific Northwest. My sister lives on Fox Island overlooking the Sound with a breathtaking view of Mt. Rainier. There are so many gardens and nurseries in this area I hardly know where to start when I come up here. Any destination was sure to provide lush landscapes and a cornucopia of colorful flowers.