French Broom Bash - Dedicated Quailers and the Habitat Restoration Program members will be hacking and slicing away at French Broom, and you can join them in eliminating one of the nastier exotic plants that take over natural habitats. Tools provided, but bring work gloves, water, and lunch.  More info: 831.335.9348. Sat., Nov. 21, 10am-1pm. Free. Quail Hollow Ranch, 800 Quail Hollow Rd, Felton (Santa Cruz), 831.335.9348.

Old Growth Redwood Walks - Join an expert on redwood ecology on this one-hour guided walk through the tallest living things on earth, the coastal redwoods. Saturdays, Sundays, 1pm. Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Hwy 9, Felton (Santa Cruz), 831.335.7077.

Together in the Park - Parenting support and info along with age-appropriate activities for children up to age 5. Wednesdays, 10:30am-12pm. Free., 831.252.1137. Redwood Christian Center, 6869 Hwy 9, Felton (Santa Cruz).

First Friday Contra Dance - No partner needed, wear soft-soled shoes, no perfumes please. Beginners' intro 20 minutes prior to dance. This month: Robin Steen calls to the Celtic infused tunes of the California Thrashers. First Friday of every month, 8pm. $6-$10. Felton Community Hall, 6191 Hwy 9, Felton (Santa Cruz).