Community Calendar • Arts & Entertainment – Pages 28

A who’s who of marine conservation is expected to honor Sea Stars in research, resource protection, education and outreach, business/recreation/tourism, and the overall Panetta Sea Star, named for Leon Panetta, co-chair of the board of Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Foundation.

Attendees will see the premiere of the teaser short film about the history of the sanctuary, and a presentation from National Geographic photographer Frans Lanting of his new book, Bay of Life. There will be dinner, drinks, and silent and live auctions, live music and dancing.

Guests are invited to dress in formal attire — “Blue” tie (tuxedos with blue bow ties) and blue/green ballgowns. But all apparel is welcome. Attendees will see a “blue carpet,” with paparazzi, works of art from Ethan Estess and playful art created by K-5th grade students at Westlake Elementary School. Early bird tickets are $175. See https://montereybay foundation.org/events/

Sunday September 18

SANCTUARY FEST

10 a.m. to 3 p.m. along the Santa Cruz Wharf, Cowell Beach, and at the Sanctuary Exploration Center Sanctuary Fest celebrates the 30th anniversary of Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and the 50th anniversary of the National Marine Sanctuary System!

Sanctuary Fest will take place along the Santa Cruz Wharf, Cowell Beach, and at the Sanctuary Exploration Center. For more information, See: https://montereybay.noaa.gov/ new/2022/220918sanctuaryfest.html

Tuesday September 20

WILDR FORUM: NOVEMBER ELECTIONS

6:30 p.m., Online Forum Santa Cruz is poised to elect two women to statewide office — one of which would be the first woman from the County elected to state office … to elect diverse representatives to the County Board of Supervisors … to vote on statewide ballot initiatives to protect women’s right to choose … and to bring women’s voices to school boards and city councils.

WILDR will bring diverse voices together on Zoom, so you can learn what support is needed for these very important elections and measures in November, plus give you the opportunity to network, teach and learn from diverse women in our community. Register at: https://bit.ly/WILDR092022.

FALL GARDENING

5 – 6:30 p.m., Online Class One of the benefits of our mild Central Coast climate is cultivating a healthy garden in fall into winter.

In this online class, learn from seasoned UC Master Gardeners, Bridget Matz and Delise Weir, about all the things you can do in the fall.

They will touch on fall-planted fruits and vegetables, flowers, bulbs and perennials, as well as garden maintenance for soil and pest prevention.

Learn what to do and when to do it for a productive winter and spring. To register, go to mbmg.ucanr.edu

Saturday September 24

HEALTH FAIR

Noon-3 p.m., 2505 Cabrillo College Drive, Aptos Park Avenue Fitness is hosting a health fair, featuring many local health professionals available to consult with and demo sessions to sign up for. Local businesses in attendance include:

Resonation Acupuncture, Santa Cruz Myofascial Release & Integrated Therapies, Functional Health Nutrition, Pacific Point Podiatry, Empowering Transformations, Heart Song Animal Healing, Quaintrelle Farms, Iyengar Yoga Denise Wendler, senior testing with Park Avenue Fitness, Jewelry by Kathy, DoTerra with Alli, Ronning Physical Therapy, Tai Chi Master Linda, Essential Thermography, Carpe Diem Dog Training, Body Talk with Becks, Skincare by Katalina, Peach Athleisure Clothing and True Nature Chiropractic.

There will be a raffle with prizes every 15 minutes and a grand prize at the end. Receive a ticket when you arrive. It’s $25 for any extra tickets, all proceeds will be donated to Second Harvest Food Bank.

THE BERENSTAIN BEARS ON STAGE

September 16 | 17 | 23 | 24

Fridays 7 p.m. | Saturdays 2 p.m. & 7 p.m., Karen Wilson Children’s Theatre, 320 Main St., Oldtown, Salinas Adapted from the classic children’s book series by Stan and Jan Berenstain, The Berenstain Bears On Stage is a musical version presented by Ariel Theatrical at the Karen Wilson Children’s Theatre in Salinas.

Mama, Papa, Brother and Sister Bear sing their way through life’s challenges and find solutions together.

Tickets: Adults, $13, students/seniors/military, $11, children 3-12, $9, under age 3, free.

Tickets are online (www.arieltheatrical.org), or call (831-775-0976.

Photo: The Bear Family (Alan Liddle, Vincent McGirr, Melanie McGirr, Lauren Wilkins) take a

reading break in The Berenstain Bears On Stage. • Credit: Sam Bailey

HARVEST FESTIVAL & AUCTION

9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Grey Bears, 2710 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz Grey Bears will host its annual Harvest Festival & Auction Sept. 24.

Eat, learn, move and shop at this year’s Harvest Celebration outside at Grey Bears. Enjoy appetizers, barbecue lunch with veggie options, music, free books, chair yoga, raffle and 50% off Thrift Store sale.

9 am to 3:30 pm – 50% off sale

10 am – Free chair yoga class with Suzi 11:30 am – BBQ lunch 12:00 pm – Keynote speaker 12:30 pm – Raffle Details: greybears.org

ADUS, GRANNY UNITS, & OTHER SMALL SPACES: DESIGN, COSTS, & CONSTRUCTION SEMINAR

10 a.m.-3 p.m., Cabrillo College, Room 609, Soquel Dr, Aptos As of Jan. 1, 2020, new state laws took effect to make it easier to construct ADUs, and Santa Cruz County code has been updated to comply.

Learn about these changes, as well as zoning, code analysis, design concepts, and ideas for making small spaces work.

Whether you are starting with a bare patch of land or an empty garage, this all-day in-person workshop on Sept. 24 from 10 to 3 at Cabrillo College Room 609 will cover the basics for homeowners who want to create an Accessory Dwelling Unit—aka ADU.

Instructor is Jamileh Cannon, licensed California architect, experienced construction manager, and co-owner of Workbench, a Santa Cruz design-and-build company.

Topics: How to determine ADU feasibility and a general timeframe for the entire process. • What to expect during each phase of the process, and how to avoid common pitfalls. • Ways you can save money during design and construction.

By the end of class you will have a clear idea of how to get started, ways to determine what you may be able to build or afford, and steps to create a workable plan.

There will be a short mid-day break, so bring lunch. The price is: $110. Register at https://extension.cabrillo.edu/

Saturday October 1

WEARABLE STORIES

1-3 p.m., Pajaro Valley Arts, 37 Sudden St., Watsonville The Pajaro Valley Arts gallery will open October with a the presentation “Wearable Stories,” a fashion show featuring the work of Watsonville artist Rachel D.K. Clark.

She is a contemporary folk artist, teacher and lecturer who comes from a long line of sewers, beginning with her great-grandmother. She has been creating wearable art since 1973 and teaching on the national circuit since 1990. Eclectic fabric mixes, vibrant designs, and a keen sense of humor characterize her work.

Friday October 14

8TH ANNUAL STATE OF THE REGION

9 a.m.-4 p.m., University Center, 4314 6th Avenue, Seaside You are cordially invited to the 8th Annual State of the Region Conference on Friday, Oct. 14 in person at CSU Monterey Bay. Business, government, and educational leaders from Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties will attend.

Presentations and conversations will focus on how to drive equitable regional economic recovery and development, housing for all, reducing the digital divide, policy and legislation. Tickets are $139. To register, see https://tinyurl.com/8thstate-of-region-2022 (Full URL: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/8th-annualstate-of-the-region-tickets-399183106417?aff=ode imcmailchimp&utm_source=Regional+Report&utm_ campaign=987512cce2-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_05_18_10_44_COPY_01&utm_ medium=email&utm_term=0_49b099d7f6-987512cce2194946593&mc_cid=987512cce2&mc_eid=66244ddae7)

Thursday October 20

STATE OF THE DISTRICT

8:30 a.m., Watsonville City Hall community room, 250 Main St. The Pajaro Valley Unified School District will present “The State of the District” at Watsonville City Hall community room. The theme is “Learning and Innovation For Transformation.”

Saturday October 22

CHILI COOKOFF

10 a.m.-4 p.m., Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 400 Beach St. Bring your appetite and join the fun at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk as professional and amateur chefs compete for the title of Best Chili! 10 am to 4 pm.

Cook-Off Schedule

9am-10am: Chef’s prep (no heat) 10am-1pm: Chili cook time 10am: Tasting kits go on sale for $12. Part of each sale goes to the Sgt. Damon Gutzwiller Memorial. 1pm: Public tasting begins 4pm: Winners announced at Neptune’s Stage (beachside of Neptune’s Kingdom) n