San Lorenzo Valley Post

Camp Joy Annual Mother's Day Plant Sale
2024-05-11 09:00 - 2024-05-12 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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.

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!

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

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

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!

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

Here Comes the Sun
2024-06-29 11:00 - 2024-06-30 18:00 | 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

Boulder Creek Firehouse 4th of July Pancake Breakfast
2024-07-04 07:00 - 12:00 | Boulder Creek Volunteer Fire Department, 13230 Central Ave, Boulder Creek, CA, 95006
Come support the Boulder Creek Volunteer Fire Department at our annual 4th of July Pancake Breakfast. Our firefighters will be serving up pancakes (original, blueberry & chocolate chip), eggs, sausage, fruit, coffee, and juice. Listen for the fire station siren at 7:00 am. Come and get it!

All proceeds go towards the purchase of new rescue equipment and medical supplies. These donations are crucial to the success of our volunteers.

Prices are $15 per adult. $5 for kids under 12.

If you can’t make it, or would otherwise like to make a donation to our volunteers, you can do so easily on our website

Boulder Creek 4th of July Parade
2024-07-04 09:30 - 15:00 | Boulder Creek, Boulder Creek, CA, 95006
The Boulder Creek 4th of July Parade fills the streets of Historic Downtown Boulder Creek once again! This year 4th of July falls on a Thursday, July 4, 2024, and the parade will happen from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Erin and Brian Valdivia from KBCZ 89.3 FM will emcee the event and Tina Davey will broadcast the parade procession live on KBCZ 89.3!

Get to town early – not only to secure a good spot to view the parade but also to have breakfast at the BC Firehouse! They’ll be having their annual pancake breakfast fundraiser where you can have pancakes, eggs, sausages and more. You’ll need that delicious fuel to get through the day of celebration!
During the parade and continuing until 2pm, the community is invited to a vibrant community block party on Forest Street by the Odd Fellows building with local vendors and purveyors of tasty treats! At noon, live music from Redwood Express will get your feet dancing! There will also be vendors and merchants setting up booths and sales along the highway just after the parade procession is done.
Beginning at noon and going until 5pm, the BCRPD will be hosting activities such as gold panning, live music from Jake Nielsen & What’s Good, and food vendors at Junction Park. This is a time honored tradition of fun!

Note that Highway 9 in downtown Boulder Creek will be closed from Thursday morning at 9:30 until around noon. Detours will be in place to work around the closure. There is no parking allowed on Highway 9 from South Street to Middleton during the closure. Forest Street will also be closed from 8am until 2pm and, again, no parking will be allowed on Forest Street during the closure.

Photo by SLV Steve

Vito & Friends Play Boulder Creek 4th of July Parade
2024-07-04 11:00 - 14:00 | Boulder Creek, Boulder Creek, CA, 95006
Vito & Friends perform live at the Boulder Creek 4th of July Parade afterparty on Thursday, July 4 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm on Forest Street.

The music begins immediately after the Boulder Creek 4th of July Parade, which starts at 10:00 am and ends by 11:00. Note that Highway 9 and Forest Street in downtown Boulder Creek will be closed from Thursday morning at 9:00 am until 2:00 pm. Detours will be in place to work around the closure.

Alba Schoolhouse 129th Annual 4th of July Celebration
2024-07-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Sequoia Retreat Center, 11445 Alba Road, Ben Lomond, CA, 95005
The Alba Road community has been coming together to celebrate the Fourth of July since 1895. Please join us for our 129th Forth of July Celebration!

Our celebration will feature classic American BBQ, live music and family fun! All set in the beautiful redwoods of Ben Lomond.

The event starts at 11:00am on Thursday, July 4th and will go through 3:00pm at the Sequoia Retreat Center, about 1.5 miles up Alba Road from HWY 9. The Sequoia Retreat Center is located at 11445 Alba Road, Ben Lomond CA 95005.

This year, we have an amazing line-up of bands, including the magical sounds of:

Dan Frechette and Laurel Thomsenhttps://www.danandlaurel.ca/

Nels Andrewshttps://www.nelsandrews.com/

Joshua Lowe & The Juncoswww.joshualowemusic.com

Ben Pearl from the band the Lilac and the Applehttps://www.instagram.com/thelilacandtheapple

The Fourth of July celebration is our annual fundraiser, and this year we have something wonderful to celebrate. In June 2024, the San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District voted to have the parcel donated to the Alba Community Park District. Now, the creation of a community park is fully in our hands (including the potential rebuild of the schoolhouse).

We are hoping to raise $5,000 at this event, which we will put towards cleanup of the parcel, repairs and hopefully some picnic benches! All donations we receive and fully tax deductible, through the non-profit, Friends of the Alba Schoolhouse.

If you can’t make the event, but you’d like to donate to our cause, you can do so through this link: https://givebutter.com/c/LzcqhF

Please consider attending and donating (it will be super fun!). Join us as we start a new journey to rebuild!

Scotts Valley 4th of July Parade
2024-07-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Scotts Valley Drive, Scotts Valley Drive, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066
4th of July Parade and Flyover on Scotts Valley DriveParade starts at 12:00 PM!New extended route (Civic Dr. to El Pueblo)ADA Parking and Viewing is located at 5007 Scotts Valley Dr.Want to be part of the parade? Parade Application Here: https://bit.ly/svparadeapplication
New this year! “New FREE Kids Zone” Boys and Girls Club & Scotts Valley Recreation are hosting a “FREE kids Zone” games, activities and food trucks before the parade! Be sure to stop at the Boys & Girls Club (5060 Scotts Valley Dr.). Food trucks available for purchase. 10-11:45am- Kids zone & food trucks
food trucks continue after the parade until 3pm.

4th of July Party at Junction Park
2024-07-04 12:00 - 17:00 | Junction Park Swimming Hole, Middleton Avenue, Boulder Creek, CA, 95006, United States
Party at the park and on the beach, play in the San Lorenzo River. Enjoy 4th of July festivities at Junction Park in Boulder Creek starting at noon on July 4th and continuing all day until 5:00. Live music from Jake Nielsen and What’s Good, food, libation, panning for gold for the kiddos.

4th of July with Chris Jones at The Sawmill Restaurant and Alehouse
2024-07-04 17:00 - 19:00 | The Sawmill Restaurant and Ale House, 15520 CA-9, Boulder Creek, CA, 95006, United States
A special 4th of July show from 5-7pm with Chris Jones at The Sawmill Restaurant and Alehouse in Boulder Creek.

When he’s not fronting local Santa Cruz band Wolf Jett, Chris stays true to his folk, soul and country blues roots. Born in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, his voice is smooth as Tennessee whiskey and his guitar pickin’ cuts from Chet Atkins to Keith Richards in no time.

Tiger's Tale Jerry Garcia Tribute Summer Series
2024-07-05 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, July 5 | 7:30 pmTickets: mountainmusicproductions.com$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 date:
Friday, August 30 | 7:30 pm
