Up in Folsom, there’s classic festive fun as folks circle a doughnut-shaped rink built around the historic railroad turntable. It’s a winter wonderland of music, holiday cheer and snow. Large nutcrackers, originally part of the “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” movie set, have been turned into speakers with snow machines mounted on top. Flurries occur on a regular basis, and the rink’s Bravo Coffee bar serves pour-over coffee and, yes, fabulous cocoa. Related ArticlesFirst Look: Santa Cruz’s new Jack O’Neill restaurantSpring in Sonoma: New wine tasting adventures, restaurants and eventsWine country eats: 2 fabulous new Sonoma County restaurantsPeek inside San Francisco’s new pop-up Museum of 3D IllusionsFor a true holiday-card feel, it’s hard to top colorfully clad skaters sliding beside snowy views at Siskiyou Skate Rink in Mt. Shasta, where legitimately wintry temperatures kick in and warm beverages come into play every day – but especially on Full-Moon Skate Nights and the New Year’s morning Pajama Skate. Non-gourmet cocoa can be had at the rink, but there are several places in town, like Yaks Mount Shasta Koffee & Eatery or Seven Suns Coffee & Café, where you can fill up your Thermos with something sweet and hot.
The Book-Go-Round: The Friends of the Saratoga Libraries are looking for volunteers for their used bookstore, the Book-Go-Round, in downtown Saratoga, Easy work with a scheduled monthly commitment of 2½-3½ hours, Adults only, For more information, call Bobbi Stek, store manager, 408-868-0376, VegeTEENism Nutrition Class: Marcia Sivek of BeProvided Nutrition and Education leads a class for teens considering vegetarianism to learn about health benefits and health risks, how to make healthy food choices and how to eat for an active lifestyle, Sept, 15, 6:30-8:30 p.m, Los Gatos Adult Rec Center, 1980s silver leather tictactoe flats...size 7.5 womens...mod. tictactoes. 1980s. hipster. retro. new vintage. dancing. ballet. i Room 2, 208 E, Main St., Los Gatos, $24, lgsrecreation.org, 408-354-8700..
An informational meeting must be attended prior to applying to PALS. Applications will be distributed only at the conclusion of the meetings. The informational meetings will be held in the multi-purpose room at Parkmead School, located at 1920 Magnolia Way in Walnut Creek. Meetings last about two hours. Both parents are encouraged to attend, but please do not bring children. PALS is tution-free, and Walnut Creek School District residents do have enrollment priority. Applications will be accepted by mail postmarked beginning Jan. 21. The deadline for postmarked mail when applying is Jan. 31. In the event there are more applications than openings, admission will be determined by lottery.
Film Series, The library’s free film series continues with the 2015 documentary, “And When I Die, I Won’t Stay Dead,” a look into the life and work of beat poet and activist Bob Kaufman, Adults only, 5:30 p.m, Aug, 8 Alameda Free Library, 1550 Oak St., Alameda, Free, 510-747-7713, www.alamedaca.gov, Stroke Risk Assessment, Alameda Hospital representatives stop by the library for free community stroke risk assessments, Assessments include blood pressure, body mass index, cholesterol, blood glucose and more, Appointments required, 1 to 4 p.m, Aug, 9, Alameda Free Library, 1550 Oak St., 1980s silver leather tictactoe flats...size 7.5 womens...mod. tictactoes. 1980s. hipster. retro. new vintage. dancing. ballet. i Alameda, Free, 510-814-4362, 510-747-7713, www.alamedaca.gov..
Principal roles include Catrina Van Bemmel (Clara), Dustin Durham (Nutcracker Prince), Jennifer Novero (Sugar Plum Fairy), Anthony Westlake (Cavalier), Chelsea Freeman (Snow Queen), Rachel LeBrett (Flower Queen). Tickets range from $12 to $18 each depending on seats. For an additional $8, children in the audience can get their pictures taken with a cast member. (You must supply your own camera.) For more information, go to www.brentwoodballet.org. ‘Nutcracker’ play held over at Calisesi Studio Theatre.