San Lorenzo Valley Post

Here Comes the Sun
2024-06-29 11:00 - 2024-06-30 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hallcrest Vineyards, 379 Felton Empire Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Here Comes the Sun Festival
Saturday, June 29 & Sunday, June 30 | 11am – 6pm. Hallcrest Vineyards, 379 Felton Empire Road, Felton. The Paperback Ryders, Late Night Cereal, Rabbit Truck, Open Heartstrings, Elie Mabanza Trio, and more. 100 craft vendors, local food and drink. More info: FB @WhiteRabbitSocialClub

PG&E Open House in Boulder Creek
2024-06-27 18:30 - 20:30 | Boulder Creek Volunteer Fire Department, 13230 Central Ave, Boulder Creek, CA, 95006
PG&E hosts an open house at Boulder Creek Volunteer Fire Department for customers to share grievances over recent power outages and for the company to describe the steps they are taking to improve your electrical reliability. You will have an opportunity to ask questions and share feedback with the local PG&E team.
During the meeting PG&E will share:
• Information about recent outages
• How PG&E is protecting you and your community from wildfires
• Resources that are available to you
• Updates on the work we are doing to minimize the impact of outages and strengthen our electric system
Learn more, ask questions, and provide feedback at the Boulder Creek Fire Protection District, 13230 Central Avenue, Boulder Creek, CA 95006

Sounds of Summer Bluegrass & Americana Festival
2024-06-22 12:00 - 20:00 | Los Gatos Town Plaza, 2 Broadway, Los Gatos, CA, 95030
The Sounds of Summer BLUEGRASS & AMERICANA Music Festival is a free-to-the-public event in the heart of downtown, featuring multiple bands, music lovers, families, friends, and great food and drinks.
All-Day Reserved Seating is available for Purchase; it does not include seats at the LG Coffee Roasting Co Stage.
Food & beverages, including beer & wine—separate Purchases, will be available.You may also bring your own lawn chairs and your own picnic meal if you like.
For more information about the Artists and Event, please go to www.jazzontheplazz.com
El Camino Health Stage
6:00 PM Andre Thierry Accordion Soul Music www.andrethierry.com
4:00 PM Wildcat Mountain Ramblers www.facebook.com/wildcatmountainramblers
2:00 PM The Goat Hill Girls www.facebook.com/GoatHillGirls
Noon California Blue Runners www.facebook.com/californiabluerunners
LG Coffee Roasting Co Stage
Songwriters Concert | 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Featuring Ren Geisick & Chris Motter
101 W. Main St., Los Gatos. Limited Space

This event was made possible by grants and contributions from Los Gatos Music & Arts, El Camino Health, the Town of Los Gatos, Los Gatos Morning Rotary Club, and Patricia Humecke.

Amateur Radio Field Day Event
2024-06-22 09:00 - 16:00 | CA
Local Amateur Radio Clubs Test Their Skills
Every 4th weekend in June thousands of amateur radio (ham radio) operators throughout North America participate in Field Day, an event where licensed volunteer radio operators set up temporary transmitting stations to demonstrate how communities can stay connected in cases of emergency when power is out and landlines and cell phones are inoperable. This year Field Day takes place Friday through Sunday, June 21st through the 23rd. The public is welcome to a free day-long educational open house on Saturday, June 22 held in the former Par 3 golf course behind Seacliff Inn at 7500 Old Dominion Ct, Aptos. Check out amateur “hams” using an array of radio equipment to contact fellow hams locally and across the nation.
The event is co-hosted by the Santa Cruz County Amateur Radio Club and the San Lorenzo Valley ARC. According to The National Association for Ameteur Radio, with which both clubs are affiliated, Field Day has been an annual event nationally since 1933. The objective of Field Day is “to contact as many stations as possible on the 160-, 80-, 40-, 20-,15- and 10-Meter HF bands, as well as all bands 50 MHz and above, and to learn to operate in abnormal situations in less than optimal conditions.” Beyond the hobbyist, some train to join the Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) and register their ham setups with emergency agencies to be part of crucial communication networks in times of disaster. Learn more:
Santa Cruz County ARC: k6bj.org
San Lorenzo Valley ARC: slvarc.org
National Association for Ameteur Radio: arrl.org

Zayante Firehouse Benefit Flea Market
2024-06-22 08:00 - 14:00 | Zayante Fire Station, 7700 E. Zayante Rd, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Back in town after 15 years…

The Lompico Community Center Presents the Zayante Firehouse Flea Market! Saturday, June 22nd from 8:00 AM-2:00 PM. You know what they say about Flea Markets… get there early for the good stuff!

Space for 50 vendors!

Event entry is free ~ bring cash for all the shopping & fun. Woodfired BBQ plates will be sold starting at 11:00 AM for just $12.

50/50 Raffle Tickets $1 each. Half the pot goes to our community, half goes to the winner.
Vendor spaces: $40 inside. $20 outside.

Email & pre-pay to reserve your spot today! Spots are expected to sell out very quickly! lompicocommunitycenter@gmail.com. Payments are being collected via Venmo or in-person cash/check.

Vendors will need to bring their own tables. Outdoor spots are 10×10 and indoor spots are 9×9.
Venmo: @thelompicocommunitycenter

Cash/Check: Drop off at SCM Clothing on Hwy 9 in Felton. Address: 6116 Ca-9, Unit 1
Doors will open at 6:00 AM for vendor setup. Clean-up must be complete by 4:00 PM and all unsold goods must be taken home with you. All proceeds go towards maintaining & improving the Lompico Park and supporting the ZFD.

Art About: Exhibit at Big Basin Redwoods State Park
2024-06-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Big Basin Redwoods State Park, Boulder Creek, CA, 95006
Spend the day in Big Basin viewing local art and making your own at Art in the Park from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 15! Celebrate the opening of the Big Basin Art About exhibit by exploring art pieces in various mediums inspired by artists’ experiences in the park. Join a nature journaling hike or check out the crafts table to awaken your creative side – no experience or art supplies are needed!To ensure access please park for free at the Scotts Valley Transit Center and take the Santa Cruz Metro Route 35B bus. The bus will be free and run every hour for the event, and you can also ride the bus from any bus stop along the route. Parking at Big Basin will be limited and first come, first served, $10/space payable by credit card at the park. On-site parking may fill up.For more information, contact BigBasin@ports-ca.us. Event made possible by Mountain Parks Foundation, Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks and California State Parks.

Tiger's Tale Jerry Garcia Tribute at the Santa Cruz Vets Hall
2024-06-14 19:30 - 22:30 | Santa Cruz Veterans Memorial Building, 846 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
The Santa Cruz County Veterans Memorial Building hosts a new Friday night summer series outdoors in the “Mystic Courtyard” featuring Jerry Garcia tribute band Tiger’s Tale.

Friday, June 14 | 7:30 pmTickets: https://bit.ly/TigersTaleSummerSeriesJune$10 plus $1 fee adv. | $15 at the door

Based in Santa Cruz, Tiger’s Tale performs in the loving spirit of the Jerry Garcia Band’s later years presenting a wide range of well-known Motown, reggae, R&B, rock and soul covers from the “the Jerry Band” songbook.

Jerry played his “Tiger” guitar with the Jerry Garcia Band from 1979 onward. It was his guitar of choice throughout the ’80s and was the last guitar he played before he died in 1995. What tales would Tiger tell if it were played again? Come hear the Tiger’s Tale band to find out!

Tiger’s Tale is:

Jim Lewin – guitar (Edge of the West)Josh Salesin – keyboards (Crate Diggers)Sebastian Hegenbart – bass (Way Out West)Michael Owens – drums (China Cats)Diana Zitmanis – backing vocalAmy Berry – backing vocal (June 14)Michele Whizin – backing vocal (July 5, August 30)

Artist sights and sounds:

Web: https://tigerstale.netFacebook: @tigerstalebandYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@TigersTale

“Too much of a good thing is just about right.” — Jerry Garcia

Additional Grateful Garcia Summer Series dates:
Friday, July 5 | 7:30 pmFriday, August 30 | 7:30 pm

Alison Brown Quintet at Kuumbwa Jazz
2024-06-13 19:00 - 22:00 | Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320-2 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
GRAMMY winning banjo player Alison Brown and her band perform in intimate concert at Kuumbwa Jazz Center on Thursday, June 13 at 7:00 pm. Don’t miss this captivating show!

$31.50 Advance | $36.75 Door$18.50 Students
Tickets: https://www.kuumbwajazz.org/calendar/alison-brown-quintet

Acoustic instrumental music has never been so beautifully represented as by Alison Brown. As one of the most multi-faceted minds on today’s roots music scene, every one of Alison’s endeavors is marked by innovation, intelligence, and grace. She throws out the textbook when it comes to playing the banjo and the result is a sound that blends the rugged drive of bluegrass with the harmonic sensibilities of jazz, earning vast acclaim and a GRAMMY award in the process.

Alison took an unusual path to becoming an internationally recognized banjoist. After completing her undergraduate studies at Harvard University and receiving an MBA from UCLA, she pursued a career in investment banking. But she missed the bluegrass music she’d grown up playing in Southern California so much that when Alison Krauss called looking for a banjo player, she made the decision to give up her Wall Street career to pursue music. She toured with Alison Krauss and Union Station, and Michelle Shocked before forming her own group, The Alison Brown Quartet, in 1993.

Alison has recorded 12 critically-acclaimed solo albums, received a GRAMMY and multiple GRAMMY- nominations. She has also received the USA Artists Fellowship in Music and a Distinguished Achievement Award from the International Bluegrass Music Association. Alison has been featured on CBS Sunday Morning, NPR’s All Things Considered and in the pages of the Wall Street Journal and the New York Times among many other publications.

Alison is also the co-founder of the internationally recognized roots music label Compass Records Group which Billboard Magazine has called “one of the greatest independent labels of the last decade.” Compass Records Group oversees a catalog of nearly 1,000 releases across multiple label imprints, including Red House Records, Green Linnet and Mulligan Records. Alison currently serves on the Board of the Nashville Chapter of the Recording Academy, on the adjunct faculty of Vanderbilt’s Blair School of Music and as co-chair of the Steve Martin Banjo Prize.

Vacation Bible Camp, SCUBA
2024-06-10 09:00 - 12:30 | Boulder Creek Community Church, 12465 Highway 9, Boulder Creek, CA, 95006
Monday, June 10, 2024, 9:00am-12:15pm

Wednesday, June 12, 2024, 9:00am-12:15pm

Thursday, June 13, 2024, 9:00am-12:15pm

Friday, June 14, 2024, 9:00am-12:15pm

Location
Boulder Creek Community Church

12465 Highway 9
Boulder Creek, CA

SLVkids’ presents SCUBA! Vacation Bible Camp
June 10-14, 9 AM – 12:15 PM
Register at www.bccchurch.org.
Check those goggles and snorkels, and dive into an amazing undersea adventure to experience the ever-flowing, never-ending love of God. At SCUBA VBC kids will be immersed in the Bible to discover what a relationship with God is all about! Fin-tastic games, science experiments, scuba snacks, music, skits, and fun with new friends will fill each day! Our week long camp ends with a friends and family celebration on Friday, June 14 at 6 PM! For kids entering Preschool – 6th Grades (2024-2025) JUNE 10-14TH 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM $40 for the first child, $10 discount for each sibling registered. Preschoolers are free, but space is limited.
No family will be turned away for financial reasons. Email Office@BCCChurch.org to find out more.

Event Contact

Jesalyn Saulietis, VBC 2024 Director
Office@bccchurch.org
(831) 338-3700

First Ever Mariachi Festival Comes to Cabrillo College: A Cultural Celebration of Music and Tradition
2024-06-09 14:00 - 18:00 | Samper Recital Hall, 6500 Soquel Dr, Aptos, CA, 95003
Get ready to experience the vibrant sounds and colorful traditions of Mexico at the inaugural Mariachi Festival hosted by Cabrillo College. This highly anticipated event will take place on June 9th at 2:00 PM in Samper Recital Hall on the scenic surroundings of Cabrillo College.
Mariachi music holds a special place in the hearts of many, and the Mariachi Festival at Cabrillo
College promises to be a celebration like no other, featuring performances by six outstanding bands. Attendees will be treated to an afternoon filled with lively music, captivating rhythms, and the rich cultural heritage that mariachi represents.
Lineup
1. Mariachi Osos de Pájaro Valley High School – Hailing from Freedom and Watsonville, Mariachi Osos de Pájaro High School is renowned for their impeccable musicianship and authentic renditions of traditional mariachi classics.
2. Mariachi Ilusión – Keeping the tradition alive for future generations, Mariachi Ilusión is a group of talented young musicians dedicated to preserving the art of mariachi.
3. Cabrillo Mariachi Ensemble – traditional Mexican popular music from the Mariachi style in an ensemble setting.
4. Mariachi Eterno de UCSC – A local favorite, Mariachi Eterno de UCSC showcases the talent and passion of young adult musicians from Santa Cruz and surrounding areas.
5. Mariachi Libertad – Breaking barriers and challenging stereotypes, Mariachi Libertad brings a fresh perspective to the mariachi tradition with their newly created ensemble.
6. Mariachi Santa Cruz – A popular professional group that has performed in various venues in the county for many years.
“We are thrilled to welcome these exceptional mariachi bands to Cabrillo College for what
promises to be an unforgettable afternoon of music and culture,” said John Graulty, Ed.D., Dean of Visual, Applied, & Performing Arts (VAPA) at Cabrillo College. “The Mariachi Festival is a
wonderful opportunity for our community to come together and celebrate the beauty and diversity of Mexican music.” Rodolfo Vega, Professor of Mariachi Ensemble Performance, will be the master of ceremonies for the festival.
Tickets for the Mariachi Festival at Cabrillo College are available for purchase online at
cabrillo.edu
Or in-person at the Cabrillo College Box Office outside Crocker Theater, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 12:00 – 6:00 pm, and one hour before the performance or at the door on the day of the event. Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic of mariachi music in the heart of Santa Cruz County!
Contact:
John Graulty, Dean of VAPA at Cabrillo College (831) 479-6336 jograult@cabrillo.edu
About Cabrillo College
Cabrillo College is a leading community college located in Aptos, California, serving the diverse
educational needs of Santa Cruz County since 1959. With a commitment to excellence in
teaching and learning, Cabrillo College provides accessible, affordable, and high-quality
education to students of all backgrounds.

Rasquache Liberation Front
2024-06-07 20:00 - 23:00 | Henflings of Ben Lomond, 8450 Highway 9, Ben Lomond, CA, 95005, United States
Mountain Music Productions presents Rasquache Liberation Front at Henflings of Ben Lomond on Friday, June 7 from 8:00 to 11:00 pm. No cover for this spicy night of Latin inspired dance music!

Rasquache Liberation Front is a trippy and original stew of Chicano music to raise spirits and liberate audiences. Rasquache Liberation Front plays psychedelic cumbias, jarocho blues, lowrider folk, and cuentos. The RLF emerges from the eclectic musical backgrounds of front members that span from mariachi to Puerto Rican bomba, Tejano to Afro Cuban jazz, and from salsa to blues.

Artist sights and sounds: rasquacheliberationfront.org
On Instagram: @rasquacheliberationfront

Redwood Mountain Faire
2024-06-01 11:00 - 2024-06-02 20:00 | Roaring Camp, 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Music lovers make plans to spend the first weekend of June in the Santa Cruz Mountains for the festival that marks the beginning of summer here: Redwood Mountain Faire! This easy going family friendly gathering fills the meadow at Roaring Camp Railroads with live music, craft vendors, kids activities, delicious and plentiful food and beverages. All in benefit of local nonprofit organizations.

Two days, multiple bands on three stages! Tix: redwoodmountainfaire.com

2024 Lineup Saturday, June 1
Saturday, June 1 | Meadow Stage
Ancestree — 11:55 am – 12:40 pm
Taylor Rae — 1:20 pm – 2:25 pm
Lyrics Born — 3:05 pm – 4:15 pm
Coco Montoya — 4:55 pm – 6:05 pm
The Coffis Brothers — 6:45 pm – 8:00 pm
Saturday, June 1 | Creekside Stage
Kentucky Mule — 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm
Jeffrey Halford & The Healers — 1:55 pm – 3:00 pm
Flor de Cana — 3:40 pm – 4:50 pm
Soulwise — 5:30 pm – 6:40 pm
Saturday, June 1 | Henflings Stage
Dirt Rakers — 11:00 am – 11:55 pm
BanjerDan — 12:40 pm – 1:20 pm
Billy Reese — 2:25 pm – 3:05 pm
Hattie Craven & Alex Jordan — 4:15 pm – 4:55 pm
2024 Lineup Sunday, June 2
Sunday, June 2 | Meadow Stage
Harry & The Hitmen — 11:55 am – 12:40 pm
Painted Mandolin — 1:20 pm – 2:25 pm
Katdelic — 3:05 pm – 4:15 pm
Dustbowl Revival — 4:55 pm – 6:05 pm
Melvin Seals with the China Cats — 6:45 pm – 8:00 pm
Sunday, June 2 | Creekside Stage
Who’s Holdin — 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm
Broken Compass Bluegrass — 1:55 pm – 3:00 pm
Dirty Cello — 3:40 pm – 4:50 pm
Wolf Jett — 5:30 pm – 6:40 pm
Sunday, June 2 | Henflings Stage
Diggin Trails — 11:00 am – 11:55 am
Hunny Pot — 12:20 pm – 1:20 pm
Banana Slug String Band — 2:25 pm – 3:05 pm
Coyote Moon — 4:15 pm – 4:55 pm

Redwood Mountain Faire
2024-06-01 - 2024-06-02 | Roaring Camp, 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Annual Music and Art Festival at Roaring Camp in Felton benefiting local community organizations throughout the San Lorenzo Valley and the Santa Cruz Mountains.
June 1-2, 2024
2024 Lineup:
Melvin Seals
China Cats
Coco Montoya
Painted Mandolin
Broken Compass Bluegrass
Soulwise
Flor de Cana
Ancestree Reggae
Who’s Holdin’
Diggin’ Trails
Kentucky Mule
Dirt Rakers
Coyote Moon

Ticket Pricing does not include fees and taxes at checkout
Advanced Ticket Prices * Price increases May 30th 2024
$50 Adult Ticket
$90 Weekend Pass Adult Ticket
$30 Senior (65+)/ Teen Ticket (16-18)
Kids 15 and under free with parent or legal guardian
$15 Kids wristband for unlimited jump houses/ activities

Wine Tasting and Crush Pad Concert w/ The Swirly Girls
2024-05-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Roberts Ranch Vineyards, 875 Roberts Road, Ben Lomond, CA, 95005
Swirly Girls with guest, Brad Richter, will accompany Roberts Ranch boutique wines and generous charcuterie boards at our ridge top winery!

This month at the crushpad it’s Pam and Big Gary from Swirly Girls with special guest, Brad Richter! This fun local trio plays great folk rock classics, a few surprises and originals too. Guitar, mandolin, dobro, stand up bass, harmonies and harmonicas make for a lively accompaniment to the afternoon.
You’ll enjoy a tasting of 5 of our current wines, complete with abundant charcuterie boards! Meats, cheeses, crackers, nuts, fruits, chocolate and even warm appetizers make appearances at this lovely and casual tasting experience. (See Seltzer & Charcuterie option for those not partaking in the wine tasting.)Your tasting begins at the crush pad where you will sign in and get your first pour and plate of charcuterie. From there you are welcome to find a comfortable spot to enjoy the views and pace your tasting and food experience according to your preference.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Ranch for a flavorful and relaxing afternoon! Attended children and well-behaved pups are welcome to join. Please sign up for a child’s ticket so we can be prepared with snacks and drinks for them.

Roaring Camp’s Second Annual BBQ Cook-Off
2024-05-25 11:00 - 2024-05-26 16:00 | Roaring Camp, 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Memorial Day Weekend, May 25 and 26 | 11am – 4pm. Roaring Camp Railroads, 5401 Graham Hill Rd., Felton. Kansas City BBQ Society (KCBS) sanctioned Master Series State BBQ Championship with more than 15 competing teams. Watch nationally recognized pit-masters and local grill gurus battle it out for cash prizes, trophies and the honor of having their secret recipes voted Best BBQ. Live music, kids activities, vendors, trains run all day. roaringcamp.com

Felton Remembers Parade and Covered Bridge Festival
2024-05-25 | Downtown Felton, Felton, California, 95118
Felton Remembers Parade and Covered Bridge Festival
Saturday, May 25 | 10am. Downtown Felton. Highway 9 is lined with spectators as the parade makes its way from the entrance to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park toward downtown. The party moves to Felton Covered Bridge Park for the afternoon with live music, vendors, food, and drink. Register to participate: feltonbusinessassociation.org/parade-and-festival-2024.html

14TH ANNUAL CALIFORNIA ROOTS MUSIC & ART FESTIVAL
2024-05-24 - 2024-05-26 | Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Rd, Monterey, CA, 93940
California’s largest reggae festival returns to the Monterey Fairgrounds for a weekend of laid back music, dancing, and cool family vibe.

Giant Dipper 100th Anniversary Fireworks Celebration
2024-05-18 21:00 - 23:00 | Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 18 at 9pm, and ring in the 100th anniversary of the Giant Dipper with a once-in-a-lifetime fireworks show! The first 200 riders on the Giant Dipper May 18 get a commemorative 100th anniversary pin!

Mother's Day Brunch and Train Ride
2024-05-12 09:00 - 17:00 | Roaring Camp, 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Make Mother’s Day memorable for Mom on her special day by treating her to Roaring Camp’s Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet and train ride on May 12. Enjoy an elegant and delectable brunch while listening to soothing live music from local artists. Bring the entire family for a day of fun. Kids craft tables are open from 10 am to 3 pm.
Brunch seating is at 9:00 am, 10:30 am and 12:00 pm. Pair brunch with a scenic train ride through a majestic redwood forest. Brunch and train ride prices are $80.95 adults, $49.95 children (2-12 years). Reservations required. Forest Trains depart at 10:30 am, 12:00 pm, and 1:30 pm. Forest train only prices: $44.95 adult, $29.95 child (2-12).
Beach trains depart from Roaring Camp to Santa Cruz at 10:00 am and 2:00 pm; from Santa Cruz to Roaring Camp at 12 noon. Beach train fare: $41.95 adult, $27.95 child (2-12 years). Reservations are recommended.
For reservations or information, call (831) 335-4484 or roaringcamp.com/events

Mother's Day Pancake Breakfast at Felton Fire
2024-05-12 08:00 - 12:00 | Felton Fire Station, 131 Kirby Street, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
The Felton Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary Annual Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast is Sunday May 12th from 8am to 12 noon at the Felton Fire House at 131 Kirby Street in downtown Felton.

Firefighters will be serving up eggs, sausage, potatoes, pancakes, coffee, and juice. Adults $12.00 children $8.00.

Proceeds go toward the purchase of supplies and equipment for Felton Fire Squad. Past fundraisers allowed for the purchase of a jaws of life tool, new quicker drying hoses, new radios and AEDs.

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Photo by Mary Andersen
maryandersen.net

Dahlia Tuber Sale
2024-05-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Beeline Blooms, 220 Stephens Lane, Ben Lomond, CA, 95005
Beeline Blooms is offering dahlia tubers and plants for sale for the first time!

Our goal is to have more home gardeners dive into dahlia growing. We are offering all our tubers and plants for $5-$15. Sold by color instead of named variety to make it fun and affordable, and because that’s how we grow our 350+ varieties!

This sale is for anyone that loves the diversity and joy of dahlias! We are not offering any “unicorns” (hard to find or extra fancy varieties) so if you are a dahlia collector this may not be the sale for you, but please still come to see the field and hang out!

We will also have herb and companion plant starts available from Lucy’s Sunshine Garden!

Camp Joy Annual Mother's Day Plant Sale
2024-05-11 09:00 - 2024-05-12 15:00 | Camp Joy Gardens, 131 Camp Joy Road, Boulder Creek, California, 95006
May 11 and May 12 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Camp Joy Gardens 131 Camp Joy Road, Boulder Creek, United States

Mother’s Day Weekend Saturday May 11th & Sunday May 12th 9am – 1pm We will have lots of starts to offer for sale at our Annual Spring Plant Sale. Peppers and tomatoes in 3 and 4 inch pots and various gallon perennials as well as a limited selection of other annual flowers herbs and vegetables.

Cinco de Mayo w/ El Sol Santa Cruz Salsa Band
2024-05-05 12:00 - 15:00 | Historic Brookdale Lodge, 11570 Highway 9, Brookdale, CA, 95007, United States
The Historic Brookdale Lodge and Mountain Music Productions welcome El Sol Santa Cruz for a festive afternoon of salsa for Cinco de Mayo, Sunday, May 5 from 12:00 to 3:00 pm outdoors in the Brookdale Beer Garden!

El Sol is a 10 piece band devoted to Salsa music – especially Salsa Dura NY-style. The band plays original arrangements of classic 70s songs from Eddie Palmieri, Ray Barretto, and Willie Colon as well as Latin standards and even a few Beatles songs. Two singers, two trombones, flute, bongo, conga, timbale, keyboards and bass create an infectious groove that will bring you to the dance floor.

No cover!

Artist sights and sounds: elsolsantacruz.com

#cincodemayo #party #dance

Santa Cruz Mountains Makers Market Sunday May 5 at Hallcrest
2024-05-05 10:00 - 17:00 | Hallcrest Vineyards, 379 Felton Empire Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
11 Years of Santa Cruz Mountains Makers Markets!

The community is invited to Hallcrest Vineyards for the 11th annual SCM Makers Market for a fun day celebrating art and music in the mountains with local artists and makers, food trucks, Hallcrest Wine, Scrumpy Cider, guest beer and live music on Sunday, May 5 from 10am to5pm.

This year’s lineup includes music by the Lucas Lawson Trio and the all female country band Coyote Moon featuring Patti Maxine and Alison Steele. Over 40 local artists will be featured at the event including Selena Zontos (Felton), Megan Gabrielle Jewelry (Mt. Hermon) and Michael Lopes Photography (Ben Lomond.)

The SCM Makers Market is a free, family & pet friendly event on the gorgeous property of Hallcrest Vineyards less than a half a mile up from Highway 9 on Felton Empire Rd. Lots of free on-site parking is available.

“We are excited to be back in Felton celebrating 11 years of Makers Markets in the Santa Cruz Mountains! This market really showcases the creative talent in our local community and Hallcrest offers the perfect open setting.” says Bree Karpavage, Director of the SCM Makers Market. “Bring the whole family for a beautiful day of art and music in the Redwoods.”

Hallcrest Vineyards is located at 379 Felton Empire Rd, Felton, CA 95018. Parking is Free. More information about the event is on our website, www.scmmakersmarket.com

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About the SCM Makers Market:

Bringing the community together through local art and music since 2013! Originating in Felton, the SCM Makers Market features two annual markets in Felton every year, spring and fall, and hosts a monthly market, the Downtown Santa Cruz Makers Market every third Sunday on Pacific Ave.

Santa Cruz Mountain Mushroom Festival
2024-05-04 10:00 - 2024-05-05 19:00 | Roaring Camp, 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
At Roaring Camp in Felton, California
May 4 – 5, 2024
10am – 7pm
https://scmmfest.com
Discover the wonders of mushrooms! Through wild mushroom exploration, cooking and cultivation demos, functional mushroom talks, and DIY workshops, the Santa Cruz Mountain Mushroom Festival offers an incredible opportunity to connect to the mycological network.
Presentations
Alan Rockefeller • Dr. Christopher Hobbs • Dr. Gordon Walker • Erik Lomen • Indy Srinath • Jasper Degenaars • William Padilla-Brown • Dr. Guilietta Octavio • Amanda Janney • Wilder Herbertson • Britt A Bunyard • Taye Bright • Jess Starwood • Sarah-Kate Boylan and many more
Live Music
Alison Steele • The Apricots • Crate Diggers • Papiba & Friends • Mokili Wa
Cooking Demos (with taste testing)
Chad Hyatt, Author: The Mushroom Hunter’s Kitchen • Vegan Hood Chef • Brad Briske, HOME • Maria Finn, Author: Forage. Gather. Feast • Eric Tucker, Millennium.
Hands-on Workshops
Fabric dyeing • painting with mushroom pigment • fermenting with fungi • log cultivation demonstration • straw pasteurization • tissue cultures • microscopy tent • spore prints and more.
Kid zone
Face painting • henna • mushroom cornhole • archery range • rock painting • bubbles • Giant Bamboo Hoops • bounce house

Antsy McClain & The Trailer Park Troubadours at Roaring Camp
2024-04-28 18:00 - 21:00 | Roaring Camp, 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Antsy McClain is hilarious. He is also insightful and heartwarming. Whether he’s performing solo or with his incredible band of musicians called the Trailer Park Troubadours, Antsy McClain will have you “laughing til your cheeks are sore,” and tearing up over “the good stuff:” love, family and friends. As a songwriter, Antsy wants to touch every emotion. “I love to make people laugh – if we can laugh, we can heal – and that will always be a big part of my shows. But without something deeper, it’s just a superficial cartoon: me with the big hair, plaid pants and funky clothes, the band with their antics. We have a good time up there, but we want to leave you with tears in your eyes from laughing and from recognizing that life is short so enjoy the ride.”

Antsy calls what he does “humor with heart.” Funny without ridicule. Sentimental without saccharine.

WHERE: Bret Harte Hall
WHEN: Sunday, April 28
TIME: Doors open at 6:00pm
PRICE: $35 in advance and $40 at the door
MORE DETAILS & TICKETS: https://roaringcamp.com/events

Beer and Wine will be available to purchase as well as soft drinks and water.
Opening act will come on at 6:30 PM and Antsy will come on at 7:45 PM, times subject to change without advanced notice.

Bret Harte Hall is located at Roaring Camp in Felton, California, six miles north of Santa Cruz. Exit State Route 17 at Mt. Hermon Road (Exit #3). Drive 4 miles to Felton. Turn left on Graham Hill Rd, then ½ mile to the entrance on the right.

Ceili on the Lake
2024-04-27 11:00 - 2024-04-28 19:00 | Marin County Fairgrounds, 10 Ave of the Flags, San Rafael, CA, 94903
Announcing the First Annual Ceili on the Lake Irish Music and Dance Festival at Lagoon Park, Marin County Fairgrounds.
Produced by Red Barn Productions, based in Marin County in California, a full-service event production company with decades of experience in the design and production of large and small-scale events. Together with an expanding community of over 1,000 enthusiastic artists, theatrical performers, musicians, directors, designers, and event professionals, we specialize in theatrically entertaining, historically authentic events, encouraging participation and learning. Founded in 1963 by the Patterson family, creators of the popular Great Dickens Christmas Fair.
Tickets go on sale March 15, 2024: https://ceilionthelake.com/
$20 Adults | $10 Children under 12

71st Annual Santa Cruz Rock, Gem, and Fossil Show
2024-04-27 - 2024-04-28 | Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium, 307 Church Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Santa Cruz Rock, Gem, and Fossil show, held at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium the last full weekend in April, has a large variety of vendors from across the country selling finished jewelry, gemstones, lapidary supplies and rough stone, fossils, mineral specimens, stone carvings and many other things of interest to “rockhounds”. In addition, there is a rock identification table, demonstrations of stone carving, cabochon making and other lapidary arts, display cases containing examples of items collected or made by club members, plus lectures on various rockhound topics. And for kids, there is a florescent mineral dark room and a children’s activity room. Admission is $7 for adults.

Winemaker Dinner at Silver Mountain Vineyards
2024-04-26 18:00 - 21:00 | Silver Mountain Vineyards and Winery, 269 Silver Mountain Drive, Los Gatos, CA, 95033
A Spring Winemaker Dinner at Silver Mountain Vineyards with the owner, Jerold O’Brien, and the winemaker, Tony Craig.

Emmanuel Selassie Reggae Band '420' Party
2024-04-20 20:00 - 23:00 | Henflings of Ben Lomond, 8450 Highway 9, Ben Lomond, CA, 95005, United States
Come celebrate 420 with live Reggae music! Mountain Music Productions and Henflings of Ben Lomond welcome the Emmanuel Selassie Band to the storied Henflings roadhouse on Saturday, April 20 from 8:00 to 11:00 pm. No cover.

Selassie established his spiritually charged sound in 1994 in Santa Cruz, California. He is one of the founders of the San Francisco Bay area Reggae band, I-Groove and founded mountain based Revelation Chant. A true Rasta experience featuring profound lyrics written and composed by Emmanuel, the band adds elements of jazz-fusion for total dance-trance immersion. Selassie has been prolific in the recording studio over the years and just released “Love Jah Creation” featuring Lennon Koslaychuk.

Artist sights and sounds: https://emmanuelselassie.bandcamp.com

So stop, look, listen and enjoy! Give thanks and praises to the Almighty Jah Rastafari.

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