Santa Cruz Shakespeare Tickets Go On Sale May 1

This summer, Santa Cruz Shakespeare, a nationally recognized professional theater company in Santa Cruz County celebrating its 10th anniversary, will present Shakespeare’s King Lear and The Taming of the Shrew and Lauren Gunderson’s The Book of Will Productions will take place July 8 –Aug. 27, under the trees and stars in the Audrey Stanley Grove at DeLaveaga Park in Santa Cruz.

Tickets go on sale to the public May 1 online at santacruzshakespeare.org.

The seasonal Box Office opens for phone orders June 6. Hours: Tuesday through Thursday noon to 4 p.m. Call 831-460-6399.

Learn more at santacruzshakespeare. org/season-2023.

Community members are encouraged to become SCS members. Tickets for SCS members are on sale now. Membership packages include these benefits: Ticket discounts, early admission, and free parking. See santacruzshakespeare.org/ member/.

The 2023 season, dubbed “A Summer of Legacy,” takes place during the 400th anniversary of the creation of the first printed collection of Shakespeare’s works, preserving his legacy.

The Book of Will by Lauren Gunderson Director: Laura Gordon

Opening Night: July 13, at 8 p.m.

Alove letter to William Shakespeare, this moving and joyful comedy tells the story of two actor friends of Shakespeare who worked to preserve his plays and legacy seven years after his death. This not-to-be-missed production stars incoming Artistic Director Charles Pasternak and outgoing Artistic Director Mike Ryan.

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The Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare

Director: Robynn Rodriguez

Opening Night: July 14, at 8 p.m.

Santa Cruz Shakespeare’s adaptation of one of Shakespeare’s most raucous–and controversial–comedies will explore Kate and Petruchio, two deeply complex characters as they struggle against the roles they have been prescribed, whether gender, class or age. These struggles provide hilarious moments as well as opportunities for reflecting on the human cost of maintaining the status quo.

“SC Shakespeare” page 23 advertising for volunteers since February.

Community volunteer

Ron Sandidge said Alstott has stepped in and resolved issues with multiple fairgrounds.

Currently Alstott lives in Tennessee and will split his time between here and there, Sandidge said, noting Alstott hit the ground running “by getting staff to weed flower beds at Heritage Hall entrance before the Farm Bureau lunch. He’s made time to meet with representatives from the Fair Foundation to review their reports to the fairgrounds and was favorably impressed.”

Sandidge said Alstott has talked to Fairgrounds Foundation volunteer executive director Jeannie Kegebein and John Kegebein, the fair CEO who retired in 2010, and Jessica Ayala, a regular attendee at fair board meetings and a critic of Dave Kegebein.

“He apparently cuts right to the chase, and sees through the hogwash,” said Sandidge of Alstott. “Everything we have heard about him so far is favorable.” n •••

The fairgrounds office phone number is (831) 724-5671. Hours are 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Friday. The next meeting is 1:30 p.m. May 23. The agenda will be posted at www.santacruzcountyfair.com

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Announcements

SCOTTS VALLEY HIGH EVENTS

May 1: IB exams begin

May 6: Prom

May 12: Falcon Club golf tournament, Spring Hills Golf Course (Pay at www.falconclub.org)

May 12: Powder Puff football game, football field

May 15: International Baccalaureate Night, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

May 16: Senior Awards Night, 6 p.m.

May 19-20: Senior trip to Magic Mountain

June 1: Graduation, football field, 4 p.m.

June 1: Grad Night Hornblower Cruise in Berkeley, 9:30 p.m. to 5:30 a.m.

June 2: Scotts Valley Middle School Promotion for 8th graders, 11 a.m. June 2.

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Valley Library Events

Second and Fourth Saturdays

Noon to 2 p.m.: Ping Pong (May 13, 27)

Saturday, May 20

3:30-4:30 p.m.: Author Talk — Buzz Anderson talks about his new novel, Five Hundred Moons, which is historical fiction focused on 1749-1793 in California and the conflict between the Ohlone tribe and Spanish missionaries who came to rule the coastal area. See Q&A at https://issuu.com/timespublishinggroup/docs/ ct2202_tab_issuu?e=3533832/91301428

Wednesday, May 24

10 a.m. to Noon: Age Well, Drive Smart (for seniors 65+) — The California High-way Patrol is offers this free program. Topics include: How to tune up driving skills, refreshing knowledge of the rules of the road, learning about normal, age related physical changes and how to adjust them, when it may be time to limit or stop driv-ing.

Registration required. Reserve a spot by calling: 831-2190200.

3-4 p.m.: Tales to Tails — Aims to help children improve their reading skills by giving them the opportunity to read to certified therapy dogs. For kids 6-11.

Food Truck Fridays

5-8 p.m., Skypark, 361 Kings Village Rd, Scotts Valley

The region’s favorite Friday returns to Skypark with Food Trucks A Go Go’s Food Truck Friday season opener. Back for its eighth season, Food Truck Friday will have more food trucks and more surprises! More dinner options and live music.

This year’s Food Truck Friday dates are: May 19, June 23, July 28, Aug. 25, Sept. 29 and Oct. 27.

The Beer & Wine Garden is hosted by Scotts Valley Educational Foundation with proceeds supporting Scotts Valley’s four schools.

The Scotts Valley Ping Pong Club will be set up for play & fun!

Free admission; free and easy parking. Plenty of open space for families to spread out & plenty of picnic tables. Bring a blanket & lawn chairs — friendly pups on leashes are welcome!

Recreational Halibut Season Opens

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife announces the opening of the 2023 recreational Pacific halibut fishery, and remain open every day until Nov. 15 or until the quota is reached, whichever is earlier.

The 2023 Pacific halibut quota for the California subarea is 39,540 pounds – approximately the same as the 2022 quota.

CDFW’s recommended season dates were informed by a scoping process that included an online angler survey conducted earlier this year.

The open dates are not guaranteed days, and the season could be closed early if it is determined that projected catches will exceed the California quota.

Anglers can check for updated information on season dates, bag/possession limits and gear restrictions at https://wildlife.ca.gov/News/recreational-pacific-halibutfishery-set-to-open-may-1#gsc.tab=0

BEELINE BLOOMS: RECOVERY FROM FIRE

Beeline Blooms in Ben Lomond is a labor of love. This is a flower farm with 300 varieties of naturally grown dahlias and a haven for honeybees. This goal is to help the community recover from the CZU lightning complex wildfire that ravaged the area in August 2020.

Last year, owner Karla DeLong invited the community to come in August, relax, wander among the rows, and bask in the beauty of these amazing flowers. The farm was open in August on select Saturdays between 9 a.m. and noon.

Entry for CZU fire survivors was free, all others by sliding scale donation. Proceeds from 2022 were donated to rebuilding the beloved Alba Schoolhouse, where Karla taught most of her homestead classes. (She also teachers at Mountain Feed & Farm Supply.) Guests can also donate directly to the Alba School House at https:// rebuildalbaschoolhouse.org

Or support Beeline Blooms at https://beelineblooms. com/volunteer.html#features4-7s

Want to help? Volunteer opportunities abound! All ages and skill levels welcome. Whether you have never planted a seed or you are a seasoned gardener Karla would love to have your help.

Scheduled volunteer days are coming. For questions, see https://beelineblooms.com/volunteer.html

Scotts Valley Farmers Market Open

The Scotts Valley Farmers Market opens for the season 9 p.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 6, at the Boys & Girls Club, 5050 Scotts Valley Drive, Scotts Valley. Free strawberry shortcake from Beckmann’s Bakery toped with berries from JCG, Live Earth &Vasquez Farm plus whipped cream. Closes Nov. 18.

Future FoodShed dates: July 15, blackberries and a scoop of Penny Ice Creamery ice cream, workshop with Mountain Feed & Farm Supply; Sept. 23, fruity wreath making with dried fruit, flowers and foraged foliage.

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The Felton Farmers Market is open 1:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays at St. John’s Church parking lot, 120 Russell Ave. Closes Oct. 24.

Future FoodShed dates: June 27, grilled stone fruit and a scoop of Penny Ice Creamery ice cream; Sept. 12, Santa Cruz Cider apple pressing, take your turn; Oct. 17, pumpkin decorating.

Watch for Romano beans, heirloom tomatoes, Blenheim apricots, produce for the week, Roli Roti rotisserie, crispy potatoes, live music and seating. The Market Match program helps CalFresh users stretch their dollars, matching the first $10 of EBT with $10 more in tokens for fresh fruits and vegetables.

Look for the SC Public Libraries bicycle book mobile & a series of scavenger hunts.

Redwood Mountain Faire At Roaring Camp

Saturday June 3 and 4, Roaring Camp, 5401 Graham Hill Rd, Felton

This is a weekend-long, family-friendly music festival with 20+ bands on three stages, local beer/ wine/cider, local artists, locally made food and a kids zone.

It all takes place in an open field surrounded by redwoods in the Santa Cruz Mountains.

Gates open at 10:30 am. Music, 11 am-8 pm.

This is a benefit for local nonprofits. Buy tickets at the gate, $30 per day for adults. Kids 12 and under free. $20 parking: cash only or pre-purchase online. Green event: Bring a RMF glass or purchase onsite More details at www.redwoodmountainfaire.com

COUNTY FAIR BOARD MEETINGS

1:30 p.m., Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, 2601 E. Lake Ave., Watsonville

Here are the dates of the remaining County Fair Board meeting dates in 2023. Each meeting takes place on a Tuesday:

May 23, June 27, July 25, Aug. 22, Oct. 24, and Dec. 5, all at the fairgrounds. Meetings also take place on Zoom. For agendas, see santacruzcountyfair.com.

Ongoing Events

Mondays BRIDGE CLUB

10 a.m.-Noon, Capitola Branch Library, 2005 Wharf Road

The Capitola Branch Library will host Bridge Club sessions on Mondays (except holidays).

Everyone is welcomed from beginners to social players. Make new friends and sharpen your mind. Bridge Club is a partnership between Santa Cruz County Parks and Santa Cruz Public Libraries. Register at scparks.com or in-person the day of the event.

First and Third Fridays thru May 19

CABRILLO NAME CHANGE TASK FORCE

Noon-1:30 p.m., Online Meetings

The Cabrillo College Name Selection Task Force will meet four times during the spring semester via zoom: April 21, May 5, and 19.

These virtual Task Force meetings are not open to the public.

Task Force members are trustees Adam Spickler and Christina Cuevas, student representative Krystal Buenrostro, and president Matt Wetstein. To communicate with them, see https://www.cabrillo.edu/ governing-board/name-exploration-subcommittee/ The college aims to resolve the name issue this year.

First Saturdays

BEAR CREEK OPEN HOUSE

2-6 p.m., Bear Creek Community Center, 15685 Forest Hill Drive, Boulder Creek

A much needed day of relaxation and comfort after the January storms is here!

Heal your body in the sauna and hot tub with access to weight room and cardio gym May 6 at the Bear Creek Community Center, part of the Boulder Creek Recreation and Parks District.

This monthly open house is free for everyone to attend.

Memberships will be available for purchase if you would like to keep the healing going.

Monthly memberships are optional at $50 per month February-May and give you access to the facility from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Drop-in option is $10 per day.

Dated Events

Saturday May 6

SPRING THING SIDEWALK SALE

10 a.m.-5 p.m., Valley Churches United Missions, 9400 Highway 9, Ben Lomond.

Valley Churches United will host the Spring Thing sidewalk sale.

There will be donated items that are brand-new, everything from everyday household things that people need, plus antiques to crafts.

All the proceeds go to Valley Churches food pantry. Call 831-336-8258 ext 229 for more information.

Sunday May 7

MAKERS MARKET

10 a.m.-5p.m., Hallcrest Vineyards, 379 Felton Empire Road, Felton

The community is invited to Hallcrest Vineyards to the 10th annual SCM Makers Market for a day of art and music in the mountains with local artists and makers, food trucks, Hallcrest Wine, Scrumpy Cider, Woodhouse Brews and live music. Admission & parking is free. There will be music by the AJ Lee Trio and country duo Poi Rogers, with food truck Ate 3 One and local pulled pork master Kurt Zellerhoff, 50 local artists including jewelry designer Rae Rodriguez (Boulder Creek), Bee Happy Today Clothing (Felton), Localife Flowers (Bonny Doon) and Love Cultivated Soaps (Ben Lomond).

“We are excited to celebrate 10 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 setting,” says Bree Karpavage, director of the SCM Makers Market. For information, see www.scmmakersmarket.com

CENTRAL COAST BASKETBALL ALL-STARS

Noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m., Scotts Valley High, 555 Glenwood Drive.

Scotts Valley High will host the Reggie Stephens Foundation’s 10th annual Central Coast All-Star Basketball Games, showcasing top basketball talent in middle school and high school.

Santa Cruz County players are on the North teams. Monterey County players make up the South teams. Eighth grade boys play at noon, senior girls at 2 p.m., senior boys at 4 p.m.

North senior boys, coached by Robert Shipstead and Lawan Milhouse:

Two-time SCCAL MVP Aden Cury and Jackson Douvia (Santa Cruz), Tristan Roure (Scotts Valley), Karlos Corpus (Watsonville), Tosh Woods (Aptos), Matthew Silos (Pajaro Valley), Skyler Thayer (SLV) and Marton Safranka, Lazar Cankovic and Luka Kokochasvili (all of Oakwood), North senior girls, coached by Todd Trowbridge, Kenedi Walters and Zach Cook: SCCAL MVP Claire Thompson (Santa Cruz) and her teammates Mackenzie Gomes and Madison Yazalina, Lucy Lilenthal-Wynn, Mia Sizemore and Bella Reynolds (SLV), Meaghan Diaz, Gianna Winterhalder, and Lily Thayer (Soquel), and Xitlali Montesino (Watsonville).

North eighth-graders, coached by Nate Swearengin and Stan White II: Matteo Vidal and Cole Christensen (Monte Vista Christian), Cade Bogle (Aptos), Malik Wooden and Devon Williams (Branciforte), Chase Petersen (San Lorenzo Valley), Caelen Harris and Kaden Miritz (Mission Hill), Braydon Scoma (Baymonte Christian), and Levi Race (Salesian).

May 2023 / Scotts Valley Times www.tpgonlinedaily.com

A three-point shooting competition will take place during halftime and awards will be presented after each game.

Monday May 8

Affordable Housing Virtual Forum

7 p.m., Online Meeting

Affordable Housing Now is sponsoring a virtual Affordable Housing Community Forum.

Representatives from the City of Scotts Valley and Santa Cruz County’s Community Development and Infrastructure (formerly Planning) Department will discuss planning efforts underway to address the affordable housing needs for Scotts Val-ley and San Lorenzo Valley communities.

Under the California Housing Element Law, every eight years cities and counties are required to develop plans to meet new state housing goals and create pro-grams to incentivize production of affordable housing.

Scotts Valley is mandated to plan for 1,220 housing units by December 2031. Santa Cruz County is mandated to plan for 4,634 more homes by December 2031.

Housing plans must address housing needs for residents in very low, low, moder-ate, and above-moderate income levels.

Community members are encouraged to attend and learn how they can become involved in planning efforts to help address our affordable housing crisis. Visit https://www.housingsantacruzcounty.com/affordablehousing-month for zoom meeting link. For more information, call (831) 566-2360.

Thursday May 11

AUTHORS TALK: MELISSA COME BACK

6:30-7:30 p.m., Capitola Branch Library, 2005 Wharf Road or online.

Join authors Patrice Keet and Melissa LaHommedieu as they discuss their gritty dual narrative, Melissa Come Back, in person at the Capitola Public Library. Enjoy light refreshments and the option to buy the book ($17.99) or attend virtually via Zoom. Registration is required at https://santacruzpl. libcal.com/calendar/SCPL/ melissacomeback

Melissa is the foster daughter who ran away from the Keets’ home in 1992 at age 11.

“Is that our Melissa?” Patrice cried when she recognized the woman at the speaker’s podium. It is their Melissa—the foster child Patrice, a family therapist, and her husband, Bob, haven’t seen for 19 years.

Now, she’s a 30-year-old woman at a fundraising dinner, describing her journey through foster care, teenage pregnancy, abuse, and the loss of her own children to the social services system.

Buried shame and guilt came roaring back to Patrice: If only she hadn’t failed Melissa as a foster mother.

When they are reunited, Melissa and her pre-teen daughters are facing eviction, presenting Patrice and Bob with the opportunity to make Melissa part of their family once again.

This a true story of resilience shedding light on the cycles of poverty, abuse, and addiction plaguing our nation.

This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Capitola Library. Part of the proceeds from the sale of the book are donated to CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Santa Cruz County, where Melissa is a board member.

Lunafest Benefit For Womencare

Wednesday May 17

7 p.m. (5:30 - 7 p.m. preshow reception), Del Mar Theater, 1124 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz Friends of WomenCARE announce the live showing of the 22nd Annual LunaFest Film Festival. A preshow reception features wines from Hallcrest and Santa Cruz Mountain Vineyards. The virtual showing will be available May 17-20.

This year, LunaFest features seven short films with a total running time of 95 minutes suitable for ages 13 and up. The event again supports the nonprofit WomenCARE, a safe haven where women with any type of cancer find mutual support, shared experiences, and open hearts.

For tickets, visit https://www.lunafest.org/screenings/hybrid-friends-of-womencare-santa-cruzca-051723 •••

Reclaim Your Water: Natasha Smith by Faith E Briggs — As a member of the Ebony Beach Club, Natasha Smith surfs, skates, and makes her own waves.

Miss Chelove: From Java to the Streets of D.C. by Sara T. Gama — As she paints a mural, artist Cita Sadeli aka Miss Chelove opens up about her life, her cultural heritage, and how she fell in love with graffiti in the 1980s.

Pete by Bret Parker & Pete Barma — The true story of Pete Barma explores gender identity, Little League Baseball, the people who inspire change by being themselves, and the superheroes who champion that change.

This is Beth by Jen Randall — As celebrated rock climber Beth Rodden grapples with her body image, she rediscovers the love of her sport...and herself.

More Than I Want to Remember by Amy Bench — After her southeastern Congo village is bombed, 14-year-old Mugeni sets out on a solo journey across the globe, determined to reunite with her lost loved ones and lift up the Banyamulenge people.

Syed Family Xmas Eve Game Night by Fawzia Mirza & Kausar Mohammed — All cards are on the table when Noor, a queer Pakistani Muslim woman, brings her Puerto Rican girlfriend, Luz, home for the first time on the family’s annual game night.

Swimming Through by Samantha Sanders — Amid a brutal Chicago winter and the global pandemic, the friendship of Deirdre, Helen, and Jennefer grows as they commit to a daily sunrise plunge together in Lake Michigan.

Saturday May 13

QUEER YOUTH LEADERSHIP AWARDS

5:30 - 8:30 p.m., New Brighton Middle School Performing Arts Center, 250 Wash-burn Avenue, Capitola

The Queer Youth Task Force is proud to announce the 26th Annual Queer Youth Leadership Awards will take place on at New Brighton Middle School Performing Arts Center in Capitola .

A Community Resource Fair will take place at 5:30 p.m. followed by a catered buffer dinner at 6 p.m. and the award ceremony at 7 p.m.

Tickets: $25-$125 (sliding scale). Information: QYLA.org or 831.427.4004

CAPITOLA SIP & STROLL

Noon-5 p.m., check in at 11 a.m., Capitola Community Room, City Hall, 420 Capitola Ave. Enjoy sipping local wines and beers while strolling through the charming shops and boutiques in Capitola Village.

This fun event is hosted by the Capitola Village and Wharf Business Improvement Association.

To buy tickets and learn more, visit https:// www.eventbrite.com/e/capitola-village-sip-strolltickets-619542898487.

Pre-registration is $45 and includes:

• Capitola Village Sip & Stroll commemorative glass

• 12 two-ounce pour tickets to be used as you shop

• A map to locate which Village shops are hosting Visit https://capitolavillage.com/event/capitola-sip-and-stroll/ for full details and regulations.

Santa Cruz County History Fair

1-5 p.m., Felton Community Hall, 6191 Highway 9

The San Lorenzo Valley Museum presents the admission-free Santa Cruz County History Fair at Felton Community Hall.

The Capitola Historical Museum will have a display booth and there will also be several history and genealogy talks given at the Community Room of the Felton Branch Library, 6121 Gushee St.

Other participating organizations include:

Genealogical Society of Santa Cruz County

• History

• Scotts Valley Historical Society • UCSC Special Collections

Revolution • Watsonville Public Library

• Native Daughters of the Golden West

• Otter B Books

• Santa Cruz County Human Rights Commission

• Santa Cruz Family History Center

• Friends of the Cowell Lime Works Historic District

• Quail Hollow County Park • Santa Cruz Archaeological Society • Santa Cruz County Family History Center • Soquel Pioneer Historical Asso-ciation

Saturday May 20

VETS’ BOWLATHON

1 p.m., Boardwalk Bowl, 115 Cliff St., Santa Cruz Vets4Vets announces the Pat Pratt and Dennis Taku Memorial Tournament bowlathon at Boardwalk Bowl. Cost is a $15 donation to Vets4Vets.

Vets4Vets is a Santa Cruz nonprofit that is made up of local veterans and friends committed to assisting our brothers and sisters in need.

To RSVP, email Vets4Vets@Vets4VetsSantaCruz.org www.vets4vetssantacruz.org

FISHING GEAR SWAP MEET

9 a.m.-1 p.m., Aptos Grange, 2555 Mar Vista Drive

The Santa Cruz Fly Fishing Club will have its annual swap meet, rain or shine, at the Aptos Grange parking lot. Buy, sell, trade all things fishing and outdoor activities. Open to the public, free admission. Vendor spaces free to club members, $10 fee to nonmembers. For info, call or text Jeff at 831-234-0033.

Thursday May 25

LAUNCHPAD JOB FAIR

6-8 p.m., Cocoanut Grove, 400 Beach St., Santa Cruz Santa Cruz Works’ annual job fair and student business plan pitch competition event, Santa Cruz Launchpad, is back for its 6th year in a row!

The student business plan pitch competition with $50,000 in prizes is by invitation only, and the job fair open to the public.

Companies will offer hundreds of jobs ranging from internships to entry-level and seasoned professionals. Bring your resume, learn about a variety of companies, and their job opportunities.

Free parking with ticket validation.

To register your company to participate, see https:// www.eventbrite.com/e/santa-cruz-launchpad-2023tickets-616154222867

Saturday May 27

2023 FELTON REMEMBERS PARADE & COVERED BRIDGE FESTIVAL

10 a.m., Highway 9, Felton (Check In 8-9:30, Henry Cowell Park)

The 33rd Annual Felton Remembers Parade and Covered Bridge Festival is back for 2023!! The Felton Business and Community Association puts on this event. The parade and festival will be held this year, as always, on Memorial Day week-end, which falls this year on May 27, beginning at 10 am on Hwy 9. To register to be in the parade, fill out the online form at https://www.feltonbusinessassociation.org/parade-andfestival-2023.html

The staging area for the parade this year (again) will be in the Picnic Area at Henry Cowell State Park. Check-in is at the Kiosk at the Park, and you will be directed to your staging area. Parking is available (no charge) in the Park. Festival live music: Locomotive Breath, Sharon Allen & the Dusty Boots, and Paper-back Ryders. For a vendor’s booth in Covered Bridge Park, see https:// www.feltonbusinessassociation.org/parade-andfestival-2023.html

Fo-rum

• Santa Cruz Public Library

• Researchers Anonymous

• Santa Cruz MAH

• Daughters of the American

Questions? Contact parade coordinator Harry Berggren at hfberggren@gmail.com or 831-566-7299. n