San Lorenzo Valley Post

Dore Coller's Bermudagrass Combo at the Trout Farm Inn
2024-01-06 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Trout Farm Inn, 7701 E. Zayante Rd, Felton, CA, 95018
The Trout Farm Inn presents a new live music night: Saturdays from 8:00 to 10:00 pm.
Dore Coller’s Bermudagrass Combo plays on Saturday, January 6, 2024.

Grow Oyster Mushrooms at Home
2024-01-06 11:00 - 13:00 | Mountain Feed and Farm Supply, 9550 Highway 9, Ben Lomond, CA, 95005
Have you been curious about growing mushrooms at home!? Come learn how at Mountain Feed.
Saturday, January 6 from 11 am – 1 pm.

Santa Cruz Fungi @scfungi will give a 2-hour comprehensive class on how to grow edible Oyster mushrooms at home. This hands-on workshop includes a mushroom’s lifecycle and a guided step-by-step demo on building your own mushroom bucket. Participants will walk away with a complete 5-gallon food-grade bucket that will fruit mushrooms in 10-14 days. Sign up at mountainfeed.com or in store.

Read more about Santa Cruz Fungi in the San Lorenzo Valley Post: slvpost.com/santa-cruz-fungi-popsicles

First Day Hike Redwood Grove
2024-01-01 11:00 - 15:30 | Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Headquarters, 101 N Big Trees Park Rd, Felton, CA, 95018
Explore the old-growth Redwood grove and learn all about Coast Redwoods and the forest. This 1 mile walk will last about 1.5 hours and is recommended for ages 6 and up. Children need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Meet in front of the Visitor Center, one program begins at 11:00am, and another at 2:00pm.
Reservations: parks.ca.gov/Events/Details/15341

First Day Hike Sand Hills
2024-01-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Campground, 2591 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA, 95018
Get ready to hike around an ancient seafloor! On this 1.5 mile hike through the Sandhills, which will last approximately 2 hours, participants can meander through sandy soils on the mountain top, about 800 feet above present day sea level. Explore this beautiful landscape and learn about the rare and unique things that call it home. The hike is recommended for ages 8 and up. Children need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Let’s plan to meet in the parking lot of the campground (located off Graham Hill Rd.). Program starts at 10:00am.
Sign up: parks.ca.gov/Events/Details/15343

First Day Hike at Henry Cowell
2024-01-01 09:00 - 10:30 | Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Campground, 2591 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA, 95018
Monday, January 1 | 9 am – 10:30 am | Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, 2591 Graham Hill Rd., Felton. One mile stroll listening to and observing winter birds. Meet in the campground parking lot. Ages 8 and up.
Sign up: parks.ca.gov/Events/Details/15342

New Year's Eve w/ AJ Lee and Blue Summit + The Coffis Brothers
2023-12-31 22:00 - 23:30 | Felton Music Hall, 6275 Highway 9, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
New Year’s Eve in Felton. Sunday December 31 2023 @ Felton Music Hall w/ AJ Lee & Blue Summit and The Coffis Brothers

Doors 9PM / Show 10PM
Tickets $43 / $53 / VIP $78 (+ $2 FF on top)
21+

VIP Includes GA Ticket, Priority Entry, Poster, Glass of Champagne

Link: https://tixr.com/e/81806

New Year's Eve w/ Quinn Becker and Friends
2023-12-31 20:30 - 2024-01-01 01:00 | Joe’s Bar, 13118 Highway 9, Boulder Creek, CA, 95006, United States
Dynamic quartet unleashes an unforgettable night of music, laughter, friendship, and pure rock ‘n’ roll chaos to welcome 2024 with a bang!
Meet the ultimate rock and roll sensation, Quinn Becker and Friends, as they gear up for an electrifying New Year’s Eve celebration at the one and only Joe’s Bar! This dynamic quartet is about to unleash an unforgettable night of music, laughter, friendship, and pure rock ‘n’ roll chaos to welcome 2024 with a bang! Joining Quinn on the stage will be Jacob Bayani (guitar/bass) of the New Horizons, Cameron Janicula (guitar) of the Lone Wolf Coyotes, and Dominic Johannesson (drums) of Moonshine Crossroads. In addition to this killer lineup, the band will be joined by special guest, Duncan Wachs, the original lead guitarist of Quinn Becker and the Spacemen as well as a Berklee College of Music graduate. This New Year’s Eve party marks the third consecutive year that Quinn Becker is hosting the most epic celebration at Joe’s Bar. He and Jacob Bayani have turned this annual event into a tradition that promises even more excitement, surprises, and unforgettable memories than ever before.
Artist sites and sounds:
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Roaring 20s New Year's Eve
2023-12-31 20:00 - 2024-01-01 01:00 | Historic Brookdale Lodge, 11570 Highway 9, Brookdale, CA, 95007, United States
Ring in the new year at the Brookdale Roaring 20s New Years Eve Party! Flaunt your feathers and glitz your glam! Dress to impress and get ready to dance the night away!

You are cordially invited to a Roaring 20s, New Year’s Celebration at the Historic Brookdale Lodge presented by Sin Sisters Burlesque & Drag and Brookdale Big Queer Events.

Tickets: http://brookdale-lodge.ticketleap.com/roaring-20s-new…

Doors open at 8PM to our Dance Party: $25 Advance | $30 Door
Burlesque and Drag show begins at 9PM. These tickets will include access to the dance party after: $40 Advance | $45 Door

Tickets to both events will include the New Year ball-drop and a champagne toast at midnight. Make a reservation for dinner and buy your discounted rate hotel room, when tickets are purchased together and ring in the New Year at Brookdale Lodge.

Tickets for dinner: ticketleap.events/tickets/brookdale-cafe-grill/new-year-s-dinner

This event is a safe space. ALL are welcome! Homophobia, transphobia, racism, or sexism will not be tolerated.

New Year's Eve w/ Teddy Bear Soul Patch
2023-12-31 20:00 - 2024-01-01 01:00 | Henflings of Ben Lomond, 8450 Highway 9, Ben Lomond, CA, 95005, United States
New Year’s Eve at Henflings of Ben Lomond! Teddy Bear Soul Patch is an amalgamation of real live players featuring David Hunt Cameron, Lachlann Kane, Rob Wenig, Dave Welsh and Scott Cooper. This is top quality jammin’ jazz funk and soulful groove to ring in the new year! No cover!

New Year's Eve with the China Cats Grateful Dead Tribute
2023-12-31 20:00 - 2024-01-01 00:00 | Santa Cruz Veterans Memorial Building, 846 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
New Year’s Eve in Santa Cruz. Ring in the New Year 2024 with the China Cats Grateful Dead tribute and jam band goodness on Sunday, December 31 starting at 8:00 pm!

Early ticket discounts, make plans to join the celebration in the beautiful vintage ballroom at the Santa Cruz Veterans Memorial Chris G. Matthews Hall:

$45 | All Ages
Tickets: https://bit.ly/3qLqFHj

The China Cats are the Bay area’s premiere Grateful Dead Tribute band, performing with the same lineup of players for more than 14 years. They competently play over 200 songs the Grateful Dead performed during their career.

“One of the premier tribute bands in Northern California. The group has spent years infusing the classic sensibilities of the Dead’s catalog with their own flair and energy” – Good Times, Santa Cruz

“The China Cats aren’t a cover band,” says Nicholas Meriwether, archivist of the Grateful Dead collection at UC Santa Cruz. “They approach the Dead’s work with the same kind of reverence and sophistication that the Dead themselves showed in their own forays into American roots music. “When you listen to the Cats,” Meriweather adds, “old favorites take on new lives, revealing facets that will delight and amaze even jaded listeners. These guys aren’t copycats — their sets demonstrate how the Dead’s music now is a part of the great American songbook, alongside the giants who first inspired the Dead.”

“Thank you for the terrific performance on the Church Street Stage! You were great and the crowd thoroughly enjoyed your performance. It was all we hoped for.” – Ellen Primick, Cabrillo Music Festival

Artist sights and sounds:
Website: www.thechinacats.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/thechinacats

Anthony Arya at the Trout Farm Inn
2023-12-30 20:00 - 22:00 | Trout Farm Inn, 7701 E. Zayante Rd, Felton, CA, 95018
The Trout Farm Inn presents a new live music night: Saturdays from 8:00 to 10:00 pm.
Singer-songwriter Anthony Arya performs on Saturday, December 30, 2023.

Nu Nu Nu Pre-New Year's Party
2023-12-29 17:00 - 2023-12-30 02:00 | Historic Brookdale Lodge, 11570 Highway 9, Brookdale, CA, 95007, United States
Join the pre-New Year’s Eve party at the Historic Brookdale Lodge Friday, December 31 from 5:00 pm to 2:00 am. Live music, art, dancing until the wee hours. Discounted hotel rooms available use “Raindance” when you call. (831) 609-6010
21+
Tickets | $40
​​​​​​​ eventbrite.com/e/nu-nu-nu-4-yu-tickets-760805759507
Here’s the lineup:
Fort Knox Five (British Columbia, DC)
Smasheltooth (Raindance Portland)
Māh Zē Tar (Active member of Balkan Bump)
Little John with Matt Hartle on live guitar
KYRA
Bartek Industires
Rudeskool
Shoogieboogie DJs (happy hours)
and more
Kicking things off at 5:00 with happy hours DJ sets and a very special debut of Ashley Gruver’s comedy set 8:00. Interactive art / make your own crown or tiara. See you on the dance floor
5PM-2AM / 21 +

7th Annual Reindeer Run
2023-12-24 09:00 - 12:00 | Junction Park Swimming Hole, Middleton Avenue, Boulder Creek, CA, 95006, United States
Holiday fun! The 7th Annual Reindeer Run is December 24th, 2023. There will be four heats, including one that focuses on animals! Registration is open at www.bcrpd.org and through the QR code.
This year BCRD Foundation will host this fun family friendly 5k through downtown BC and Irwin Way.
Heats
9am Runners
9:20am Joggers
9:40am Families and Joggers
10am Animals
Early Bird Registration – Nov. 1-30: $20
Regular Registration – Dec. 1-22: $25
Day-of Registration – Dec. 23-24: $30
Come dressed in costume
Start and finish at Junction Park

Ted Welty at the Trout Farm
2023-12-23 20:00 - 22:00 | Trout Farm Inn, 7701 E. Zayante Rd, Felton, CA, 95018
The Trout Farm Inn presents a new live music night: Saturdays from 8:00 to 10:00 pm.
Master guitar player and singer Ted Welty plays solo on Saturday, December 23, 2023.

Edge of the West Holiday Show
2023-12-23 19:00 - 22:00 | Historic Brookdale Lodge, 11570 Highway 9, Brookdale, CA, 95007, United States
Celebrate holiday festivities with the Edge of the West and their rock n’ roots honkytonk jam band on Saturday, December 23 from 7:00 to 10:00 pm. No cover for this intimate evening of live music in the Fireside Lounge! Happy Holidays!

Jim Lewin’s Edge of the West plays catchy, quirky originals and outlaw hippie alt-country, Americana & the Grateful Dead. The live shows are a blast. The group writes original tunes and draws from from a deep well of eclectic covers, never playing the same show twice.
This all-star band features members of Great American Taxi, New Riders of the Purple Sage, Todd Snider & more.

Across the canyon we hear drums in the distance. Notes from the underground drift like smoke signals to a strange yet familiar place, where new friends and old come together for good times – The Edge of the West

Santa Cruz Traditional Irish Session at Rosie McCann's
2023-12-21 19:00 - 22:00 | Rosie McCann’s Restauran and Pub, 1220 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
A traditional Irish session every Third Thursday at Rosie McCann’s in downtown Santa Cruz from 7:00 to 10:00 pm.

All ages, full bar and dinner menu! Suitable for the experienced Celtic style musician and for anyone who enjoys listening to local acoustic folk music.

Julie Horner and David Chadwick lead the tunes. Co-hosted by Irish Culture Bay Area and the Celtic Society of the Monterey Bay.

Solstice Celebration
2023-12-21 14:00 - 17:00 | Viscosity Glass, 13158 Highway 9, Boulder Creek, CA, 95006
Join the Santa Cruz Mountains community to celebrate the return of the light this Solstice, Thursday Dec. 21st from 2-5pm at Viscosity Glass in Boulder Creek. Bring the family and enjoy holiday cheer with live music by a variety of local musicians including Brian Valdivia, Sugar By the Pound, Dirt Rakers duo and more! Make your own solstice crown, enjoy a warm beverage, and browse goods by local artisans Bubble Box, Jesterwink, and more.

Holiday Market at Felton Covered Bridge Park
2023-12-17 11:00 - 15:00 | Felton Covered Bridge Park, 310 Covered Bridge Rd, Felton, CA, 95018
Come celebrate the season at Felton Covered Bridge Park!

Join us Sunday, December 17 from 11am to 3pm for a traditional Holiday Market on the bridge, complete with arts & crafts, delicious food & beverages, music, holiday lights, and other festivities.

Great opportunity to get last minute handcrafted gifts from local artists and to socialize with your neighbors.

The Felton Covered Bridge was built in 1892, and is recognized as a historical treasure in the State of California.

This popular annual event is co-hosted by the San Lorenzo Valley Chamber of Commerce, Santa Cruz County Parks, and the San Lorenzo Valley Post.

View the Facebook event at https://www.facebook.com/events/738959388043162

Quail Court Consort
2023-12-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Boulder Creek Methodist Church, 12855 Boulder Street, Boulder Creek, CA, 95006, United States
Classical music concert in the Santa Cruz Mountains.
Saturday, December 16 | 2 pm. Part of the Winter’s Feast of Music at the Boulder Creek United Methodist Church, 12855 Boulder Street, Boulder Creek. The Quail Court Consort, a Bay Area Baroque music ensemble, performs on period instruments under the direction of Loren Tayerle and Eric Finley. Handel, JB Bach, Corelli, including the famous Christmas Concerto. Free. Donations accepted.

Crocker Theater Annual Nutcracker Ballet
2023-12-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Crocker Theater, 6500 Lower Perimeter Road, Aptos, 95003
Santa Cruz City Ballet annual Nutcracker Ballet charms in its 15th year.
Saturday, December 16 and Sunday, December 17 | 1 pm & 4:30 pm. Crocker Theater, 6500 Lower Perimeter Road, Aptos. “As the leaves deepen into beautiful fall colors, it is a true sign that winter is around the corner and with it…magic that only the Nutcracker Ballet can bring!” Celebrating 15 years in production, 12 years at Cabrillo College Crocker Theater, this full length Santa Cruz City Ballet Nutcracker features innovative choreography, stunning dancers, beautiful sets, and brilliant costumes. Set to the renowned music of Tchaikovsky’s original score. Tickets: nutcrackersantacruz.com

Gray Bears Holiday Meal
2023-12-16 11:00 - 14:00 | Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium, 307 Church Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Get ready for an afternoon of festive fun! Join the Gray Bears Saturday, December 16th for the Grey Bears Holiday Meal at the Civic Auditorium, from 11 am to 2 pm. Indulge in delicious food, excellent company, Bingo, and live entertainment. Don’t miss out on this exciting event!
Reserve your spot today at greybears.org.

Trolley Drops Christmas Extravaganza
2023-12-14 19:30 - 22:30 | Joe’s Bar, 13118 Highway 9, Boulder Creek, CA, 95006, United States
Holiday show in Boulder Creek! The Trolly Drops Christmas Extravaganza. Oldies, Folk, Classic Rock and Jazz Standards rewritten with a Xmas Twist

Thu. Dec. 14 at 7:30pm No Cover

Sing and laugh along with with the Trolley Drops as they play songs like: Reindeers on the Rise to Credence Clearwater’s Bad Moon Rising, Hey Mr. St. Nick to The Byrds’ Hey Mr. Spaceman, and I Just Bought a Gift to the Beatles’ I Just Saw a Face.

Artist sights and sounds:
https://www.facebook.com/thetrolleydrops

Mike Renwick's Holiday Deluxe
2023-12-14 19:30 - 22:30 | Felton Music Hall, 6275 Highway 9, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
For nearly two decades Mike Renwick gathers his musician buddies to perform this holiday show that doesn’t go too heavy on the themes but rather tends toward old-school soul, R&B, and other rock songs to a room packed with folks just looking for a light and fun hang on a cold winter’s night.
A part of the Bay Area music scene since the 70s, Renwick started his annual holiday show at Coffeetopia in Boulder Creek way back when and has since brought his friends and fans over to Felton Music Hall for a happy ho ho ho event.

Lompico Park Christmas Tree Lighting & Holiday Parade
2023-12-10 15:00 - 17:00 | Lompico Community Center, 10734 Lompico Rd, Felton, California, 95018
Sunday, December 10 | 3 pm – 5 pm. Lompico Park, 10734 Lompico Rd, Felton. Bring a special ornament to hang on the tree. Free hot cocoa and treats. Tree lighting at 4, parade begins at 4:30. Decorate your special car, truck or motorcycle for the parade. The route will go up each side of the canyon. Be festive, drive slowly.

Holiday Craft Workshop
2023-12-10 13:00 - 16:00 | San Lorenzo Valley Museum, 12547 Highway 9, Boulder Creek, CA, 95006
Let your creativity abound at the San Lorenzo Valley Museum festive family holiday themed craft event, suitable for all ages (3 and up).

Within These Walls at Quail Hollow Ranch Park
2023-12-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Quail Hollow Ranch County Park, 800 Quail Hollow Road, Felton, CA, 95018
Do you enjoy looking through old buildings learning about their stories? Join Park Docent, Richard James, on a tour through the Quail Hollow Ranch house. Learn about its history from the Watermelon King to Sun-Kissed Ranch, Sunset Magazine, and beyond.

This informative tour will give you the opportunity to find out about four of the families who made the ranch their business, home, and haven. This free activity is for ages 16 & up.

Space is limited! Register today at:
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/…/detail/21741

Joe's Annual Christmas Party w/ Sharon Allen and The Dusty Boots
2023-12-09 20:30 - 23:30 | Joe’s Bar, 13118 Highway 9, Boulder Creek, CA, 95006, United States
Sharon Allen & The Dusty Blues. Joe’s Bar Annual Christmas Party is Sat. Dec. 9 at 8:30pm. No Cover!

Dinner tix: $30 | Raffle tix $2
All proceeds go to Valley Churches

Sharon Allen is a veteran performer who delivers her Americana with a blend of her own songs and favorites. Every song is delivered with her sweet voice and persona. Sharon has gained respect from radio and audiences as she weaves between genres she knows well, folk, country, rock and blues. She will bring her full ensemble The Dusty Blues for a toe-tappin’ swinging good time: Mike Mongiello/guitar, Charlie Wallace/steel guitar, Jerry Bradley/bass and vocals, Jim Hannibal/saxophone and Kenny Karst/trombone (known as the Santa Cruz Horns) and Jimmy Norris/drums and vocals. Her past collaborations include The Back Alley Band, The Firebirds, Sherry Austin and Henhouse and currently The Dusty Boots. They have shared the stages with notables such as B.B. King, Etta James, Robben Ford, Lonnie Mack, Elvin Bishop and Jesse Colin Young.

Artist sites and sounds: https://sharon-allen.com

#christmas #party #benlomond #santacruzmountains #slvpost

Love Creek: Tribute to John Burton
2023-12-09 19:30 - 23:30 | Historic Brookdale Lodge, 11570 Highway 9, Brookdale, CA, 95007, United States
Please join us at the Historic Brookdale Lodge for a very special performance by Love Creek on Saturday, December 9 from 7:30 to 11:30 pm. This is a memorial concert for John Burton who recently passed very suddenly. John was the drummer for Love Creek, The Jamissaries, The Mojo Navigators, Plateau Jazz Band and was a session drummer/percussionist for many other projects. Love Creek will be joined by a host of other area performers who have played with John.
Here’s the schedule of events:

7:30 – 8:00 – Plateau Jazz Band in the Beer Garden
8:00-8:45 – Acoustic Love Creek in the Fireside Lounge
9:00-10:00 – Electric Love Creek w/Paul Stevens on drums
10:05-11:00 – Many of John’s musical cohorts perform

The Historic Brookdale Lodge will stay open late for this event.

Love Creek just released their first album. Read more about the band and their music in the San Lorenzo Valley Post: slvpost.com/going-with-the-flow-local-band-love-creek-releases-first-album

Pop the Cork and Paint w/ Sarah Orre
2023-12-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Historic Brookdale Lodge, 11570 Highway 9, Brookdale, CA, 95007, United States
Painting class with wine! The Historic Brookdale Lodge is excited to host our next “Pop the Cork & Paint” with local artist and instructor, Sarah Orre on Saturday, December 9 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. October’s theme: “Northern Cardinal.”
This popular event is held in the Brookdale Lounge. Doors open at 4:45 pm.
$60 per ticket or two tickets for $99. Tickets on Ticketleap:
brookdale-lodge.ticketleap.com/pop-and-paint-20220618/dates/Dec-09-2023_at_0500PM
Participants receive one complimentary glass of wine and all the materials you need to create a masterpiece on canvass. Food is available at the Brookdale Cafe and Grill and drinks are available at the bar.
No paint experience necessary! Two painters per table, open seating. Call if you have an odd number of people in your party and need a larger table reservation.
Followed by live music from 8:00 to 11:00 pm.
Meet the Artist:
Sarah is a local artist and an art instructor. She grew up in the San Lorenzo Valley and lives in Ben Lomond with her husband and three girls. Sarah teaches Oil and Acrylic Painting, Pastel Painting, Expressive Watercolor and Ink, and Spring Travel Sketching, at the Santa Cruz Mountain Art Center. Her artwork is inspired by Santa Cruz Mountain landscapes and her adorable children.
From the gorgeous California coast to the majestic redwood forests, there is endless inspiration to draw upon. Sarah loves making custom artwork for friends and community members. She has a personal touch to her artwork that is both vibrant in color and expression. Her passion for art comes through in her work both in her paintings and in her enthusiasm for helping others learn and grow.
View her latest work: fineartamerica.com/art/sarah+orre
Visit her website: www.sarahorre.com
Instagram: sarah.orre.artist
Save the next Pop the Cork & Paint date:
Dec 9: “Northern Cardinal”
#popthecork #painting #art #wine

A Feast of Noels: Concertino Strings
2023-12-09 15:00 - 16:00 | Boulder Creek Methodist Church, 12855 Boulder Street, Boulder Creek, CA, 95006, United States
Concertino Strings classical music concert, “A Feast of Noels,” is happening on Saturday December 9 at 3:00 pm in the Boulder Creek United Methodist Church beautiful 100+ year old redwood sanctuary. Featuring Concertino Strings 25-piece string orchestra plus expert flute and recorder soloists Kathleen Purcell and Carol Panofsky, and Robert Jackson on organ.
Program for the season: Noels for Instruments by Marc-Antoine Charpentier; Wexford Carol, arr. Katie LaBrie; Sleigh Ride by Leroy Anderson; Pastorale from Handel’s Messiah. Joanne Tanner and Renata Bratt direct the orchestra. As always, concerts are less than an hour long. Free admission, donations gladly accepted.
