(13:00) Santa Cruz – Think Local First is hosting their annual Spring Mixer, Garden Party: Growing Your Business. The mixer is a social networking event and is free and open to the public. Refreshments from Pleasure Pizza – East Side Eatery and drinks from New Bohemia Brewing Co and Wargin Wines will be provided. The Spring mixer will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 27th at the Modern Life Home and Garden, 925 41st Avenue. For information about Think Local First or to become a member, visit: www.thinklocalsantacruz.org.