Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:00pm to 6:00pm: 2nd Annual Felton Library Readathon at the Felton Library, Gushee Street, Felton Members of the SLV community will read from some of their favorite works of literature. Come for all or any part of this three hour event to celebrate and enjoy the fine art of the spoken word. Featured readers include in order of reading, April Burns, Lise Qintero, Anna Morris, Dave Poetzinger, San Lorenzo Valley High School students, and Doug Morris.

BRING "BUDDY" HOME FOR THE NEW YEAR!!!

Buddy is a sweet, gentle orange tabby male looking for a loving home We found young Buddy living outdoors in the wilds of Bonny Doon; he was skinny and terrified, but now after several weeks of living in our spare room, with rest and regular food, he is a handsome boy ready to find his new home! Buddy does not act feral but given his rough start in life, he is shy (until he gets to know you!) and may do best in a quiet home. We guess he's no more than a year old. Buddy is amazingly sweet natured, and loves to cuddle and purr while sitting on your lap, staring lovingly into your eyes. Buddy has been neutered, vaccinated, de-wormed, etc., and received a clean bill of health from the vet. We would love to keep him but already have several cats, and with his sweet, loving and shy nature, Buddy deserves his own home with people who can spend time with him. He is a terrific cat and will make a fabulous companion! If you are interested in Buddy or know someone who may be, please email Kathy at kathyton0623@gmail.com or call (831) 325-6685. Thank you!!!

Higher Grounds Coffee House Thursdays, 8 am to noon We envision providing a public meeting place for the Bonny Doon community to gather for coffee, tea, and home baked goods. Visit us on Facebook to see what we are serving this week: www.facebook.com/highergroundscoffeehouse Come to the Kirk house at the Bonny Doon Church 7065 Bonny Doon Road at the corner of Pine Flat Road. For information call 831-426-6858 or visit the church's website: www.bonnydoonchurch.org

Santa Cruz Mountains 4 Seasons Biodynamic Intensive January 21-22, April 21-22, July 7-8, September 15th, November 10-11, 2012 www.BDintensive.com Join us for this great opportunity to study in depth with leaders in Biodynamic Agriculture and its associated fields. Held 5 weekends throughout the year at stunning Laguna Creek/Blossom's Best biodynamic farm in the Santa Cruz mountains. The intensive is appropriate for both experienced practitioners and beginners. The series is designed as a whole but may be taken individually. Delicious organic catered lunches provided and camping available. Limited on site lodging also available; please inquire. We will update the website as we confirm more speakers and, possibly add an additional day to the intensive. It is difficult to fit all the superb presenters into the allotted time! Speakers include Harold Hoven Dennis Klocek Laura Liska Delmar McComb Matias Baker Daniel Bittleston David Schwartz Lydia Neilsen Tom Cowan, M.D.

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS

Battle Mountain News - Morgan Rankin - 426-6412 Keep up with all the events in Bonny Doon with the Battle Mountain News.  Arriving the first of every month at all 1100 Bonny Doon households, this is the best way to advertise in Bonny Doon.  Ads are due by the 24th of the month for the next month's edition.  Rates as of November 2009 are: $20 for up to 10 lines.  Call the publisher, Morgan Rankin, at 426-6412, and deliver your ads to her at 222 Ice Cream Grade.

Rural Bonny Doon Association To read The Highlander on-line, visit the RBDA website www.bonnydoon.got.net

Friends of Bonny Doon Fire - 426-3085 or 459-8853 Keep up with the latest on the formation of an independent Fire District. Visit www.friendsofbonnydoonfire.org for the latest. Visit www.bonnydoonfire.com for general information.