SANTA CRUZ

City explains campaign sign disposal

In the wake of a spirited local and national campaign season, the city of Santa Cruz is asking residents to think twice before they recycle their lawn signs.

Signs may be properly managed when delivered to the City of Santa Cruz Corporation Yard, located at 1125 River St., from Nov. 6-15, between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Yard signs may also be dropped off at the city’s Resource Recovery Facility, located at 605 Dimeo Lane, any Monday through Saturday, between7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.

Most yard signs are made of mixed materials that are incompatible with the recycling collection system. These materials include paperboard, corrugated plastic and metal wire stands.

The metal stands pose a serious problem in the city’s recycling facility as they become tangled or jammed in the rotating machinery. The plastic signs are not accepted in the curbside cart because they are made of rigid plastic. Plastic signs and metal stands should be saved for reuse, delivered to the city’s Resource Recovery Facility, or placed in the trash.

There are many options to reuse political yard signs. For example, a local school or nonprofit organization may be able to use them with a new message attached to promote an event. A quick internet search also offers many up-cycle projects for corrugated plastic, including birdhouses and lightweight model airplanes.

For information on what may and may not be placed in city of Santa Cruz blue recycling bins, visit www.cityofsantacruz.com/recycleright.

SANTA CRUZ

Free hoop shoot contest at Elks Lodge

The Santa Cruz Warriors have partnered with the Santa Cruz Elks Lodge for its annual Hoop Shoot/Free Throw contest being held at the Kaiser Permanente Arena, 140 Front St., on Saturday, Nov. 16 at 8:30 a.m. Kids age 8-13 are invited to participate in this free and fun event.

During the event, participants will shoot hoops for a chance to win a trophy and other prizes. Registration is not necessary (just show up to play!). For more information or questions contact scelkshoopshoot@gmail.com.

SANTA CRUZ COUNTY

Journey for Change Veterans Day walk

Join Journey for Change for a nature walk on Monday, Nov. 11, to raise awareness about veteran suicide and support a good cause. The group will meet at 8:30 a.m. and the walk is set to begin at 8:40 a.m. outside of Natural Bridges in Santa Cruz to Britannia Arms, 110 Monterey Ave. in Capitola.

If you’d like to join for part of the walk or greet the group at Britannia Arms, here are some options: At 10 a.m., the walkers should be at the Santa Cruz Boardwalk, having completed 3 miles with 5.5 miles remaining. By noon, they should be at Pleasure Point Park, at the corner of Pleasure Point Drive and East Cliff, marking 6.5 miles, leaving 2 miles to go. Finally, at 1 p.m., the group will arrive at Britannia Arms, having completed a total of 8.5 miles.

SANTA CRUZ

Peripheral neuropathy support group

A support group for people dealing with peripheral neuropathy will gather Wednesday, Nov. 20, 1 p.m., at the Trinity Presbyterian Church, 420 Melrose Ave. The guest speaker will be Janice Allan, a retired healthcare professional, discussing “A Matter of Balance.” Peripheral neuropathy causes balance issues for many patients and may also cause shooting pains, cold feet or uncomfortably warm feet and numbness. There are many causes including diabetes, cancer treatments, heredity and surgery. The social hall is at the far end of the church, on the corner of Melrose and Poplar avenues. This is an in-person group and is not available online. For more information contact cvfaad7@gmail.com.

SCOTTS VALLEY

Local artist unveils new children’s book

Meet local artist Beth Gripenstraw who will share her latest project, an illustrated children’s book, “Lou — Let’s Go to Mexico,” at the Scotts Valley Library, 51 Kings Village Road, Friday Nov. 8, 3-4 p.m.

Beth is the creator of the animal sculptures that live at the Scotts Valley Library — all endangered species. The author talk will begin with a quick tour of the library to visit the animal sculptures, followed by a book talk in the Fireside Room. There will be refreshments, book sales and a photo booth afterwards. This free event is sponsored by the Friends of the Scotts Valley Library. For more information, visit svlfriends.org or email svlibraryfriends@gmail.com

SOQUEL

Dance theater to hold groundbreaking ceremony

The Santa Cruz Dance Theater invites you to join us for their Groundbreaking Celebration and Silent Auction at Bargetto Winery 3535 N Main St. on Nov. 24 from 1-3 p.m. This special event will offer a preview of the upcoming production, “The Nutcracker” at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium on Dec. 21-22, featuring performances by cast members and original choreography created just for this celebration.

Guests will be served wine and appetizers, and the evening will also include a silent auction and raffle prizes, with proceeds benefiting the development and sustainability of Santa Cruz Dance Theater as an essential part of the local arts community. Tickets are $100, offered at SantaCruzDanceTheater.org and at the door. Attire is Black tie or formal wear.

SANTA CRUZ

Luck of the Draw at Santa Cruz Art League

Join local artists and art collectors for the Santa Cruz Art League’s biggest event, Luck of the Draw, on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2-5 p.m. at 526 Broadway. The annual fundraiser will include a silent art auction and a gift basket raffle on top of the main art lottery event.

With each ticket, you’re entered into a thrilling lottery where, when your number is called, you get to choose any of the available artwork. Advance tickets are $80 for members and $100 for non-members. At the door admission is $85 per member and $105 per non-member. Gift basket raffle tickets cost $5 each. With each ticket you buy, you’ll be helping to support Santa Cruz Art League and their ability to serve this community of artists. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit scal.org/luck-of-the-draw.

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