In This Issue
Kiosk Butterfly Population The Pacific Grove Natural History Museum reports 3,667 butterflies at the Monarch Sanctuary over the weekend of Nov. 3 Fridays
Pacific Groove Dance Jam Chautauqua Hall 8-10 PM •
Saturdays
Dance at Chautauqua Hall
• Sat. Nov. 11
Decolonize Thansgiving - Page 11
Play Review - Page 12
Pacific Grove’s
Veterans Day Event with patriotic songs and presentation of the colors Pt. Pinos Lighthouse 11 AM
• Tues. Nov. 14
Parkinson’s Support Group POTLUCK BRING A DISH TO SHARE Dance for Parkinson’s Disease 3:00 pm
• Thurs. Nov. 16
Meet the Author Event with Steve Hauk Pacific Grove Library Doors open at 7:20pm, Suggested Donation $10 •
Sat. Nov. 18
Downtown Holiday Open House •
Sat. Nov. 25
10 AM to 3 PM
Monarch Magic Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History 165 Forest Avenue Free to everyone •
Mon. Nov. 27
Santa Claus visits the Museum after Tree Lighting in Jewell Park 6:30-9 PM •
Wed. Nov. 30
Holiday Light Parade 6:30-9 PM Downtown Pacific Grove Call the Chamber for info 831-373-3304 •
Fri. Dec. 1, Sat. Dec. 2
Monarch Film Festival Lighthouse Cinemas Pacific Grove 38 films from all over the world Day pass $15 or $25 for both days. Screening tickets available online or at-the-door $10 General Admission www.www.monarchfilmfestival. com/festival-info info@monarchfilmfestival.com or visit www.monarchfilmfestival.com
Inside Other Random Thoughts................... 15 Breaker of the Week......................... 10 Cartoon.............................................. 2 FYI.................................................... 23 Homeless in Paradise........................ 18 Keepers of our Culture...................... 11 Legal Notices.................................... 23 Obituaries.......................................... 4 Otter Views......................................... 9 Police Log.......................................... 6 Postcard from the Kitchen................. 14 Puzzle................................................ 8 Rain Gauge........................................ 2 Real Estate.................................... 8, 24
Planting for Monarchs - Page 17
Nov. 10-16, 2017
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Vol. X, Issue 7
Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca at 60
By Webster Slate Motorsports Editor
merchants who were flourishing from the remarkable attendance did not want to have this remarkable History helps us under- growth end. stand the past. The future also Many of the local participant helps us understand the past. racers were local and were local The past goes through us business owners. This spirit is ullike a good beer and ends up timately unique to this area. This is on the shrub in our backyard. why I have chosen to be here. It’s What I have learned in my still here. This spirit is alive and limited tenure here is that I am well in SCRAMP, 60 years on and thirsty; and I’ll need a bigger still holding the extraordinary spirit back yard. I have been tasked of promise. with briefly celebrating Mazda It is often said in the world Raceway Laguna Seca history of racing that racing improves the in order to celebrate its 60th breed. Are we better now? birthday. You are welcome. Yes. Do there exist mind But I digress. Laguna Seca numbing unnecessary hardships? was born when the roads race Alas, yes. at Pebble Beach became too In closing out my first season fast and too deadly. Though the as Motorsports Editor with Cedar first years of racing at Pebble Street Times, I very much want Beach were elegant, indeed. to thank my editor, Marge Ann Much like what the union of the Jameson (recipient of the coveted Kentucky Derby and the Isle of Woman-owned Small Business of Man Tourist Trophy might be. the Year Award!) and 23-year vetIt proved to be too much for eran of SCRAMP for allowing me the safety of the racers and the to work towards finding my voice. spectators. However, the local I now personally offer thanks
Celebrating Laguna Seca’s 60th anniversary were (L-R) SCRAMP Public Relations Manager Brad Littlefield, Senior Vice President of Event Operations Gill Campbell, and Motorsports Editor Webster Slate. Littlefield and Slate are both from Pacific Grove, as is Don Martine (not pictured) who was celebrated as one of the first drivers on the venerable race track. Photo by Marge Ann Jameson Between them, Sports Car to all my new friends at SCRAMP Racing Association of Monfor their support and guidance, terey Peninsula and it ward, humor and patience. Especially Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca Brad Littlefield and Gil Campbell. will continue to flourish.
Track Contributes Millions to Monterey County Economy
By Marge Ann Jameson
Laguna Seca Raceway celebrates its 60th anniversary this year, having been established as a raceway in 1957. Since 1957, the track has contributed millions of dollars to the Monterey County economy, both directly and indirectly. According to a research study commissioned by the Sports Car Racing Association of the Monterey Peninsula (SCRAMP), which is the governing body of the world-famous track, and completed by California State University Monterey Bay, the five-race major event season in 2015 at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca contributed $62.1 million to the Monterey County economy through direct trip spending of non-County visitors and produced $5.2 million in state and local taxes. These figures do not include extra events such as the Sea Otter Classic, Amgen and the upcoming Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot (set for Thursday, November 23). The study was conducted via attendee surveys randomly administered during all race days throughout the season. A total of 2,171 completed usable surveys were collected in
2015, including at least 415 surveys from each of the five race events. The surveys continue as does the study, and new results are expected by the end of 2018. The events included in the study were the Ferrari Challenge (May), the inaugural Spring Classic – a vintage race set in late May – and the FIM Superbike World Championship which took place in June, 2017. The ever-popular Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion comes around each August, and draws vintage race aficionados from around the world. During the prior weekend, the Monterey Pre-Reunion is held, with 10 classes running the world-famous track. The Continental World Challenge, held in September, features the IMSA SportsCar Championship. As they did last year, Laguna Seca will host the world’s largest gathering of Porsche race cars and drivers, designers and engineers when the Rennsport Reunion VI returns to Monterey in late September. In October, the season closes with the Pirelli World Challenge. Bring your ear plugs as 20 manufacturers compete for the win. Across the five race events of the initial study, the total atten-
See MILLIONS page 2
Half Marathon Weekend Will Affect Traffic Nov. 11 and 12 Pacific Grove to Host Three Races
The Monterey Bay Half Marathon weekend, November 11 and 12, will necessitate early morning street closures in the cities of Monterey and Pacific Grove. The Sunday race begins at 6:50 a.m. on Del Monte Avenue at Camino El Estero, travels through downtown Monterey on Aguajito, Pearl, Alvarado, Franklin and Washington Streets, through the Lighthouse Tunnel, onto Cannery Row and along the Pacific Grove coastline with a loop through the downtown PG area. Runners return from Lovers Point along the Coastal Recreation Trail to the finish near Fisherman’s Wharf and Custom House Plaza. Pacific Grove Pacific Grove will be the location for three races – the Half
Marathon on Monterey Bay, Sunday, November 12, and the shorter distance Pacific Grove Lighthouse 5K and By-the-Bay 3K, both on Saturday morning November 11. On-street parking will be restricted from 4 AM to 11 AM both days. Saturday’s runs take place along the Pacific Grove coastline from Lovers Point with a turnaround at Point Pinos. Ocean View Blvd. between Lovers Point and Point Pinos will be closed from approximately 6 to 11 AM to accommodate the course set up and tear down. On Sunday, the entire coastline of Pacific Grove will be closed to vehicle traffic between 6 and 11 AM. In addition, the Pacific Grove downtown area will be closed between 6 and 9:30 a.m.
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• November 10, 2017
Joan Skillman
PMILLIONS From Page 1
Skillshots
dance was 234,942 according to Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. 82.2 percent of these attendees were from outside of Monterey County, and 4 percent were international visitors. Across all five events, attending the race at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca was the primary reason for visiting the area for 91.5 percent of visitors. According to the initial survey, the total direct economic spending was split over six categories and included $13.8 million in lodging, incorporating 53,558 room nights in Monterey County. $18.6 million was spent on food and dining, $12.3 million on retail, $5.7 on transportation, $8.9 million on entertainment (including $3.2 million in race ticket sales), and $2.8 million on other expenses. All financial numbers reported are spending from non-county attendees only. Millions were produced in taxes for the county as well. Taxes included transient occupancy taxes and sales tax. SCRAMP is a non-profit entity which runs the raceway. There are about three dozen full- and part-time employees and more than 200 volunteers turn out on race days to make the events work. In addition, there are corner workers from the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) who oversee safety on the track. Income generated at the racetrack is redistributed to local charities through direct earnings and grants. Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca was built in 1957 with $1.5 million raised from local businesses and individuals on land deeded to the County by the U.S. Government. It reminds officially a county park. The total direct spending figure of $62.1 million represents nearly one-fourth of the direct spending produced annually by the Monterey Bay Aquarium according to 2013 data, and is four times the spending produced annually by the Big Sur Marathon (according to 2011 data). At the point in time when CART (Championship Auto Racing Teams) conducted open-wheel racing at Laguna Seca, it was estimated that the single event brought more money to the Peninsula than the AT&T ProAm golf tournament.
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Week ending 11/09/17- at 8:05 AM........ .30" Total for the season................................. .30" The historic average to this date is ........N/A" Wettest year.................................................. 47.15" During rain year 07-01-97 through 06-30-98 Driest year.................................................... 15.54" During rain year 07-01-12 through 06-30-13 RAINFALL SEASON BEGINS JULY 1 EACH YEAR
Near Lovers Point Data reported by John Munch at 18th St.
Week ending morning 11/09/17........... .18" Near Lovers Point Total for the 7/1/17). ......... .62" Dataseason reported by(since John Munch at 18th St. Last week low12/07/16.......................... temperature..................43.9 Week ending .19"F Last week high temperature.................67.9 Total for the season (since 7/1/16)........ 5.42"F Last year rain to date (07/01/16-09/06/16)... 3.64F ” Last week low temperature..................41.5 Last week high temperature.................63.5 F
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Softball Signing
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PGHS Senior and reigning MTAL Softball Player of the Year, Danielle Pasquariello, signed her National Letter of Intent to play D1 softball at Florida Atlantic University, tomorrow, Wednesday November 8, in the PGHS library.
Pacific Grove Police seek Pacific Grove Citizens for Police Academy session
The Pacific Grove Police Department is proud to announce that a new session of the Citizen's Police Academy will begin on Tuesday, February 6, 2018. The academy will run every Tuesday night for 10 weeks, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. with graduation scheduled for April 10. The academy will offer insight into the role of your police department in the community. It will include information on the department itself and you will get to meet members of the department and their various assignments within the department. Included will be a tour of the facility and guest lecturers. Please go to our website and fill out an application. You will also have an opportunity to join the Pacific Grove Police Department Alumni Association, which has events during the year as well as helps assist in important city events such as the Feast of Lanterns and Good Old Days. https://www.cityofpacificgrove.org/sites/default/files/general-documents/police/ citizensacademy.pdf
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Trudy Ann Santos May 26, 1944 - October 17, 2017 Monterey, Califonia Trudy Ann Santos passed away on Tuesday, October 17, 2017. She was a lifelong resident of the Monterey Peninsula, a graduate of Monterey High School and had attended Monterey Peninsula College. Having a natural talent for physical activities, Trudy spent several years of her life as a swimming instructor for children. Parents praised her for the self confidence that she was able to in instill in her pupils. Dancing was her favorite pastime. She retained the necessary balance, control, and coordination to perform a credible “Charleston” in the final year of her life.
Trudy Ann Santos In the early adult years she enjoyed experiences as a “pop” singer making the successful transition from “swing” to “rock”. On occasion she sang with “rock” organist Nick Santos, her husband, whose group played on Jack London Square in Oakland. Her talents extended to the arts and crafts where she deftly worked in the restoration of a large doll collection. After 20 years of service, she retired from the Pacific Bell Telephone Company. She made her home variously in Monterey and Carmel where she eventually bought her home. Being a single Mom, this was an accomplishment of which she was justly proud. Having a home for her daughter, Lisa, and herself had been a long term goal. The final fourteen years of her life were dedicated to helping others. Hers was the number to call when transport was needed to an important
appointment. Trudy was a friend in need. In her last years she provided around the clock care for her lifelong friend, Chrissy Stotler. They were constant companions and shared common interests until Chrissy became incapacitated. Trudy, a devout Roman Catholic, was a member of St. Angela Merici Catholic Church in Pacific Grove. She was twice married - first to Nicholas Santos and later Col. Roger Pierson, US Army Retired. She is survived by: one daughter, Lisa Santos; her mother Mez Benton; step-father Bruce Bradley; step brother, Eric Benton; step sister-in-law, Gail Benton; step sisters, Pat and Sheryl Benton; and step-brother-in-law, Ken Quatlander. A visitation and rosary will be on Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at Mission Mortuary from 5:30-6:30 pm with rosary at 6:30 pm. A funeral mass will be on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at St. Angela Merici Catholic Church in Pacific Grove at 10 am, with burial to follow at El Carmelo Cemetery in Pacific Grove at 11 am. A Celebration of Life will take place later the same day in the lounge of Canterbury Woods Retirement Community, 651 Sinex Ave., Pacific Grove, CA at 2 pm. Contributions in Trudy’s memory are suggested to: Gateway Center of Monterey County, the St. Vincent de Paul’s Thrift Shop, or the SPCA. To offer online condolences visit - www.missionmortuary. com
Trudy Ann Santos
Obituary LaVon Greshman Decker July 17, 1911 - November 4, 2017 On November 4, 2017, LaVon Gresham Decker entered into her eternal rest, leaving this world the same way she lived it; with grace, dignity, and love for the people around her. The light that she beamed so brightly is now reflected in her family and friends she left behind. LaVon was born on July 17, 1911 - Yes! She was 106 years old when she passed away. She was born in Jasper County, Missouri. LaVon initially came to California in 1942 to work with her sister, Clara Lyle, and her husband, Carlos Holman, at the Purity Grocery Store in Pacific Grove. After helping them get the store up and running she worked for the Bank of America as a teller. LaVon was first attracted to her future husband, Capt. LaVerne Decker (USA RET), at a USO club because he was a very good dancer. She often said she never would have dated anyone who could not dance. They were married in 1947 and until his death at the age of 68 in 1967. When LaVon married Deck she quit her job at the Bank of America, but went back after he passed away and retired from there in 1978. In 1978 LaVon moved to her home on Candy Cane Lane where she enjoyed hours and hours looking out the window overlooking the park. LaVon enjoyed years and years of friendship with her Beta Sigma Phi Sorority Sisters and their families. She volunteered at the Monterey Dixieland Festival for many years and was a member of the Hot Jazz Society. At one of those Dixieland Festivals she met Ken Porter. They enjoyed a very long and special friendship. LaVon became a member of Cypress Community Church in 1973. There she became an active member of the VIP’s - Very Important Phoks - the 55 years and older group. She made numerous trips with the VIP's to Branson, Missouri, for the music festivals there and to the east coast to see fall colors. She also traveled all over the world: Norway, New Zealand & Australia, Germany, Switzerland, Ireland, Scotland, Canada, the Caribbean Sea, and many of our United States. LaVon was preceded in death by her husband, Capt. LaVerne Decker, her parents, Vernon and Clara Gresham, her 3 sisters, Roqua Gresham Worley, Clara Lyle Gresham Holman, Ella Dean Gresham Hickman, her brother, Vernon M. Gresham, and his son, D. Brian Gresham. She leaves behind her nephews: Kevin Gresham and his significant other, Carol, of Canute, Oklahoma, Bennie Gresham of Hollister, Missouri, and Craig Gresham and his wife, Christie, of Laurie, Missouri, (his children, Brittany Gresham of Golden Valley, Arizona, Craig Aaron Gresham of Norfolk, Nebraska, Colten and Jesse Alyse Gresham of the home), and her niece Pamela Gresham Purk of Fort Myers, Florida, (her children Cheri Purk Schenck of Cincinnati, Kentucky, LaLoni Purk of Kalamazoo, Michigan, and Brian Purk of Kalamazoo, Michigan) , her cousin Avanell Patee and her family as well as many true friends. Over the last 5 years LaVon has needed special care. John, Beth, and Cynthia want to give special thanks to the women who attended to her every need at her home, to the staff at Canterbury Woods, and then to the staff at Pacific Grove Convalescent Hospital. Every one of you gave her attention with love and care beyond measure. Although we are sad by our loss we marvel at her 106 years of a life well lived. Private interment has taken place at Mission Memorial Park in Seaside, California. A Memorial Service will be held at Cypress Community Church, Monterey/Salinas Highway, November 27, 2017, at 11: am. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Cypress Community Church. Please designate your gift to be deposited in the "Generously Giving" fund - separate from the general fund. The mailing address is 681 Monterey/Salinas Hwy, Salinas 93988. May God Bless LaVon. We are certain her Savior welcomed her home with the words “Well done, thou good and faithful servant!”.
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Programs at the Library
Center for Spiritual Awakening 522 Central Ave. • 831-372-1942
Central Presbyterian Church of Pacific Grove 325 Central Ave. • 831-375-7207
Chabad of Monterey
All programs at the Pacific Grove Library For more information call 648-5760. • Tuesday, Nov. 14 • 11:00 am Stories for PreSchool (ages 2-5) • Wednesday, Nov. 15 • 3:45 pm Wacky Wednesday (stories, crafts, science for ages 5 and up) • Thursday, Nov. 16 • 11:00 am Baby Rhyme Time for babies birth - 24 months For more information call 648-5760
620 Lighthouse Ave., Entrance on 18th • 831-643-2770
Christian Church Disciples of Christ of Pacific Grove 442 Central Ave. • 831-372-0363
Church of Christ
176 Central Ave. • 831-375-3741
Community Baptist Church
Monterey & Pine Avenues • 831-375-4311
First Baptist Church of Pacific Grove 246 Laurel Ave. • 831-373-0741
First Church of God
1023 David Ave. • 831-372-5005
First United Methodist Church of Pacific Grove Worship: Sundays 10:00 a.m. 915 Sunset @ 17-Mile Dr. • 831-372-5875
Forest Hill United Methodist Church Services 9 a.m. Sundays 551 Gibson Ave. • 831-372-7956
Jehovah’s Witnesses of Pacific Grove 1100 Sunset Drive • 831-375-2138
Lighthouse Fellowship of Pacific Grove
PG Community Center, 515 Junipero Ave. • 831-333-0636
Manjushri Dharma Center
724 Forest Ave. • 831-901-3156 manjushridharmacenter.org • carmelkhenpo@gmail.com
Mayflower Presbyterian Church 141 14th St. • 831-373-4705
Peninsula Baptist Church
1116 Funston Ave. • 831-394-5712
Peninsula Christian Center 520 Pine Ave. • 831-373-0431
St. Angela Merici Catholic Church 146 8th St. • 831-655-4160
St. Anselm’s Anglican Church
Sundays 9:30 a.m. 375 Lighthouse Ave. • 831-920-1620 Fr. Michael Bowhay
St. Mary’s-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church Central Avenue & 12 th St. • 831-373-4441
Seventh-Day Adventist Church of the Monterey Peninsula 375 Lighthouse Ave. • 831-372-7818
Shoreline Community Church
Sunday Service 10 a.m. Robert Down Elementary, 485 Pine Ave. • 831-655-0100 www.shorelinechurch.org
OUTSIDE PACIFIC GROVE Bethlehem Lutheran Church
800 Cass St., Monterey • 831-373-1523 Pastor Bart Rall
Congregation Beth Israel
5716 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel • 831-624-2015
Monterey Center for Spiritual Living
Sunday Service 10:30 am 400 West Franklin St., Monterey • 831-372-7326 www.montereycsl.org Unitarian Universalist Church of the Monterey Peninsula 490 Aguajito Rd., Carmel • 831-624-7404 Sunday Service 9:30 a.m. and 1:15 a.m.
Chautauqua Hall Dance Club Saturdays
As of June 2017, the entry fee is a low-cost $5 for the first Sat. of the month for members and non-members alike! Annual membership fee is $10. Try us out! Fee includes 55 min. dance lesson, DJ’d music for three hours and buffet of healthful snacks. For more information, go to: pgdance.org/index.html or Facebook at: https://www. facebook.com/groups/PGDANCE/ Background: Chautauqua Hall Dance Club, a non-profit founded in 1926, is dedicated to making dance accessible to everyone. We offer dance classes in over 20 kinds of ballroom, nightclub and specialty dances so that everyone can share in the joy in partnered social dance. Additional info: No partner needed. Everyone welcome. Kids 13 and under free with an adult.
9th Annual Asilomar Neighborhood Craft Fair
The Asilomar Neighborhood Craf Fair will take place on Saturday, November 11 (November 12 if it rains) from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 1150 Pico Avenue in Pacific Grove. The sale, an annual event to benefit Peace of Mind Dog Rescue, includes all handmade crafts. There will be woodworking, jewelry, succulent pots, wreaths, pottery, garden treasures, watercolors, calligraphy, greeting cards, hand knit items for people and for pet wear and toys, table runners, mixed media art, and more.
Gentrain Society Lectures
The Gentrain Society of Monterey Peninsula College is sponsoring these free public lectures in November, 2017. For lengthier descriptions and illustrations for these talks please see the Gentrain website. Wednesday, November 15, 2017 Gentrain Society Lecture: The Other Rome Monterey Peninsula College Lecture Forum 103 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Free; MPC Parking $3.00 Information: www.gentrain.org ; info@gentrain.org ; 372-0895 Jack Erickson is a prolific writer of mysteries, and an avid explorer of Italy; he spends his summers in Milan (the setting for his international thriller, “Thirteen Days in Milan”). While visitors to Rome are familiar with many popular tourist sites, Rome has many other historic attractions: Tarquinia, center of Etruscan civilization before Rome emerged, Ostia Antica, Rome’s ancient seaport; ancient catacombs that stretch for miles under the city and countryside, Doria Pamphilj museum with one of the most valuable private collections of paintings in the world; Cinecitta’, Hollywood on the Tiber where “Cleopatra,” “Ben Hur,” “La Dolce Vita,” “The Greatest Story Ever Told” and other classics were filmed. There will be just a single lecture in December, because of the holidays: The Gentrain Society of Monterey Peninsula College is sponsoring these free public lectures in December, 2017. For lengthier descriptions and illustrations for these talks please see the Gentrain website. Wednesday, December 1, 2017 Gentrain Society Lecture: Writing a Biography of Jo Mora Monterey Peninsula College Lecture Forum 103 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Free; MPC Parking $3.00 Information: www.gentrain.org ; info@gentrain.org ; 372-0895 Discover what went into the creation of author Peter Hiller’s biography “Twenty-Five Hours in a Day” of local artist Joseph Jacinto “Jo” Mora (18761947). Mora’s legacy is readily apparent in Monterey County (if you know where to look), as many of his works remain available for public viewing. Peter Hiller is a retired art teacher and 36-year resident of the Peninsula, and is now Curator of the Jo Mora Trust Collection. He will share the many stories uncovered from the Jo Mora archives, and how the new biography came into being.
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Wildlife Spotlight Wildlife Spotlight by Dan Bohrman Beringraja binoculata
As its name suggests, the Big Skate is a large cartiligous fish found along the Pacific coast. It can grow up to 8 feet across, and weigh up to 200 lbs. Skates are usually covered with a mixed tan pattern, and have two large dark spots on either fin. These eyespots are believed to be a part of the skate’s defense, as they may cause the skate to appear larger to a potential predator.
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Cop Log
Neighbour draws line in the weed 14th St.: Neighbor issue regarding trimming of plants on reporting party's side of property line. This took me all day to figure out. Spruce Ave. :Victim pushed by girlfriend's ex-boyfriend during altercation. Suspect took dog that was community property. No prosecution desired by victim, only wanted incident documented. Found dog on Lincoln Ave At the above date and time a dog was brought into the pd lobby that was found.. Owner was contacted and the dog was brought back home. Sorry dear, I didn’t tell them anything. Can I have my car back? Verbal argument between husband and wife about possible divorce. No physical altercation reported by either party. Fountain Ave. Reporting party reported (as reporting parties will do) that his tire was cut. No suspect information. Might be a good idea to turn off the engine and set the parking brake if you decided to walk instead of drive Crocker Ave. running vehicle was left unattended in reverse and hit a parked vehicle. Both parties exchanged information. Alarm activation Officers were dispatched to alarm activation. Contacted homeowners who advised that it was a false alarm. Syida Dr. vehicle burglary Window smashed and various tools and paperwork taken from inside the vehicle. Pedestrian vs. vehicle On Lighthouse Ave.: Collision between pedestrian and vehicle. Pedestrian declined transport. Again with the unlocked vehicle Otter Lane: theft of two wallets from glove box of an unlocked vehicle. Several id cards, credit, and debit cards taken. Suspect(s) tried to use cards at local businesses. Panhandling from the wrong person? Subject contacted asking for money and found to have several warrants. Cited and released. Distribution of personal information related to juveniles, victims of domestic violence and\or victims of sexual assault is unlawful. Fall down go boom Forest Ave.: Subject fell while walking. Went to CHOMP via friend. Found dog Morse Dr. A dog was found at the above location. The dog was held at the PD until the owner was notified and came to pick up the dog. Feeling insecure, later secured Subject stopped for transporting unsecured passenger in rear of pick-up. Driver was cited. Passenger lied about identity. He was found to be on probation with several outstanding warrants. He was also in possession of h&s. Placed under arrest and transported to MSCO. Not due to the drought, apparently On Jewell Ave. a man reported that several trees in his backyard had been intentionally poisoned.The male suspects his neighbor, no evidence at this time. Vehicle vandalized On Ocean View Blvd. a vehicle was vandalized and sustained a broken window. No suspect information. Smash but no grab A male reported that an unknown suspect smashed the window to his vehicle. The male told me that nothing was taken. Fight in public place Student reported that he was being bullied at school. He stated he was in class and another student started harass him so he stood up and struck the student. Stuff found on Miles Ave At the above date and time a man came into the PGPD lobby to turn in property he had found at the above location. No owner information. Stuff was booked by an officer and will be held at the station for safekeeping. No further information.
“The Murder of Rasputin by Carol Marquart-A Staged Reading.”
Be a part of this story of the murder of Grigori Efimevich Rasputin on December 17, 1910. A simple Siberian peasant, Rasputin was many things to many people. To his daughter, Maria, he was a holy, but imperfect man. What was the source of Rasputin’s power, and why did his gruesome murder mark the beginning of the end of Tsarist Russia? This great staged reading is not only about a murder, but about the end of an empire! Wednesday, November 15, 2017, 2:30pm-4:00pm The Carmel Foundation’s Diment Hall - SE Corner 8th & Lincoln, Carmel This presentation is free and open to the public •Space is limited to 100 · For more information, please contact Leticia Bejarano, Director of Support Services at 831.620.8705 or lbejarano@carmelfoundation.org. Monterey County area and beyond. The Foundation is located in Carmel on the southeast Corner of 8th and Lincoln. The Carmel Foundation gives seniors an opportunity to live productive, enriching lives by offering a luncheon program, homebound meal delivery, free medical equipment loans, in-home services and respite grants, free lending library, Saturday movie, Technology Center, low-income housing, and more than 50 classes and activities each week. For more information, contact Kimberly Willison, Director of Development at kwillison@carmelfoundation.org, www.carmelfoundation.org, or 831.620.8701.
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The Power to Choose Your Tax Kyle A. Krasa, Esq.
Planning for Each Generation Traditional revocable living trusts provide that upon the death of the trust-maker, the assets of the trust are to be distributed outright and free of trust to the beneficiaries, provided that the beneficiaries are old enough to manage their inheritance. However, this popular method of estate planning overlooks a key planning opportunity: the ability to provide the beneficiaries with a significant degree of divorce protection and creditor protection. In order to provide such protections, the trust could instead be drafted to distribute each beneficiary’s share in a separate “beneficiary controlled trust.” The idea is to keep the inheritance in a trust that can be completely controlled by the beneficiary but can also feature divorce and creditor protection. In order to give the beneficiaries complete control over their beneficiary controlled trusts, it is often advisable to give the beneficiary a testamentary “power of appointment.” Such a power of appointment allows the beneficiary to direct how the balance of the inheritance is to be distributed upon the beneficiary’s death. There are two categories of testamentary power of appointments: a “general” power of appointment and a “limited” power of appointment. The different categories of power of appointments have different tax consequences. A “general” power of appointment allows the beneficiary to direct the remaining balance of the beneficiary controlled trust to anyone in the world, without limitation. This would include the beneficiary’s creditors and the beneficiary’s estate. If the trust provides a general power of appointment, the assets of the trust will be included in the beneficiary’s estate. This means that the inheritance might be subject to estate tax upon the beneficiary’s death if the value of the inheritance plus the value of the beneficiary’s own assets exceeds the beneficiary’s estate tax exemption. On the other hand, assets held in the trust will receive a “basis adjustment” (often
Initiative to expand Consumer Privacy Rights and Expand Liability for Consumer Data Is Now Out for Signatures Secretary of State Alex Padilla has announced the proponents of a new initiative have been cleared to begin collecting petition signatures. The Attorney General prepares the legal title and summary that is required to appear on initiative petitions. When the official language is complete, the Attorney General forwards it to the proponent and to the Secretary of State, and the initiative may be circulated for signatures. The Secretary of State then provides calendar deadlines to the proponent and to county elections officials. The Attorney General’s official title and summary for the measure is as follows: ESTABLISHES NEW CONSUMER PRIVACY RIGHTS; EXPANDS LIABILITY FOR CONSUMER DATA BREACHES. INITIATIVE STATUTE. Gives consumers right to learn categories of personal information that businesses collect and sell or share about them, and to whom that information is sold. Gives consumers right to prevent businesses from selling or sharing their personal information. Prohibits businesses from discriminating against consumers who exercise these rights. Allows consumers to sue businesses for security breaches of consumers’ data, even if consumers cannot prove injury. Allows for enforcement by consumers, whistleblowers, or public agencies. Imposes civil penalties. Applies to online and brick-and-mortar businesses that meet specific criteria. Summary of estimate by Legislative Analyst and Director of Finance of fiscal impact on state and local government: Increased costs, potentially reaching the low tens of millions of dollars annually, to state and local governments from implementing and enforcing the measure, some or all of which would be offset by increased penalty revenue authorized by the measure. Unknown impact on state and local tax revenues due to economic effects resulting from new requirements on businesses to protect consumer information. (17-0027.) The Secretary of State’s tracking number for this measure is 1824 and the Attorney General’s tracking number is 17-0027. The proponents of the measure, Mary Ross and Alastair MacTaggart, must collect the signatures of 365,880 registered voters (five percent of the total votes cast for Governor in the November 2014 general election) in order to qualify it for the ballot. The proponents have 180 days to circulate petitions for the measure, meaning the signatures must be submitted to county elections officials no later than May 7, 2018. The proponents can be reached c/o James Harrison and Kristen M. Rogers at (510) 346-6200.
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referred to as a “step-up” in basis) for capital gains tax purposes upon the beneficiary’s death, which could eliminate capital gains tax for future heirs. A “limited” power of appointment prevents the beneficiary from directing the remaining balance of the beneficiary controlled trust to the beneficiary’s creditors or to the beneficiary’s estate. If the trust provides a limited power of appointment, the assets of the trust will not be included in the beneficiary’s estate. This means that the inheritance will be exempt from estate tax upon the beneficiary’s death. On the other hand, assets held in the trust will not receive a “basis adjustment” upon the death of the beneficiary, which might lead to significant capital gains tax for future heirs. As a result, the choice of whether to include a “general” power of appointment or a “limited” power of appointment is the choice of whether to subject the beneficiary’s estate to estate tax or capital gains tax. Because beneficiary controlled trusts are designed to last the lifetime of the beneficiary and beyond, it can be challenging to determine whether the application of the estate tax or the capital gains tax would be preferred. It is almost impossible to know how the beneficiary’s estate will be affected by changing circumstances in the future (such as a change in the size of the estate and a change in the tax laws). In order to navigate these issues and to give the beneficiaries as many options as possible, the best approach is to choose one type of power of appointment when drafting the trust but to also include “trust protector” provisions that allow the type of power of appointment to be changed after the death of the original trust-maker in order to delay the ultimate decision of which tax would be most beneficial until circumstances are clearer. A comprehensive trust that provides as many options as possible can be a valuable tool for families trying to navigate the complex tax rules that are in constant flux. KRASA LAW, Inc. is located at 704-D Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950 and Kyle may be reached at 831-920-0205. Disclaimer: This article is for general information only. Reading this article does not establish an attorney-client relationship. Before acting upon any of the information presented in this article, you should consult a competent attorney who is licensed to practice law in your community.
Green Party to Hold WinterFest Party Dec. 15 Every year we celebrate elections, candidates, volunteers, voters, campaigns, hard work. We celebrate election day. But mainly we celebrate the ground game. Green Party WinterFest Friday Dec 15, 7-9 pm Peace and Justice Center 1364 Fremont Blvd, Seaside We celebrate candidates who stand for office. Win or lose, we support those who promote deeper values: transparency and access, engagement and participation, science and facts, fairness and principle. In other words, robust and healthy democracy.
We abhor the amount of money in elections, but we always honor candidates and volunteers, and their hard work. We are small, but we show up because we are dedicated activists. Thank you candidates. Thank you volunteers. Win or lose, we need each other. And win or lose, there is always next time. We'll have snacks, wine, and an auction, all for fun. Hope to see you, and bring a guest if you want. For info: George Riley, georgetriley@ gmail.com
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Staging a Home: Is it Necessary?
Patrick Ryan
Local Real Estate Update Of the many questions confronting home sellers, staging a home is one that needs to be addressed. Ask any group of Realtors and you will come away with many different opinions. Home staging is basically preparing your home for sale. There are many things to consider before the home seller decides whether to stage their home and what level of staging to consider as well. However, realize that homes that are staged tend to sell faster. The jury is out if staging does or does not increase the sales price. In my opinion, the first thing to consider when deciding whether to stage your home is to evaluate the local real estate market and then evaluate your wallet. If the local real estate market is a seller’s market where homes are selling in a matter of days, you may consider no staging or limited staging. If the local real estate market is a buyer’s market where it takes longer for homes to sell, then staging can make a significant difference in the amount of time a home is on the market. The decision to stage and how-to stage is also determined by the seller’s wallet, meaning how much can you afford? There are various levels of staging your home when you bring it on the market. It ranges from just repurposing your own furniture to repainting the inside to completely furnishing a home and various combinations in-between. When we last sold our own personal home, we were still living there while it was on the market, which affected our decisions regarding staging. Along with giving the walls a fresh coat of paint and refinishing our wood floors, we decluttered the house and moved furniture into the garage. This gave the house a fresh look and made it feel more spacious on the inside. The idea was to make our home stand out from the competition. We hired people to paint the inside and take care of the wood floors, but we handled the repurposing and decluttering ourselves. If you feel at all intimidated by doing any level of staging, then hire a professional stager. A quality stager will walk through your home with you and determine what level of staging your home needs and with what amount you are comfortable. Where I find staging most impressive is when an empty/vacant home is being sold. Here, a good stager is truly an artist. They have a gene to know the exact spot to place a piece of furniture or where to hang a certain painting. The difference when they are done is striking and potential buyers tend to linger longer at the open houses. The true answer is not whether one stages or not, it is to what level one stages a home for sale. It is mistake to not do any staging, no matter what condition the local real estate market is in. Think of staging as a positive for your home and go out and look at other open houses to see what they look like. This will give you ideas for your own home. Take a realistic evaluation of how quickly you need to sell your home, the interior presentation of your home and how much you can afford. Add these up and you will have an idea of what level of staging is needed. As always, please contact me with any questions or suggestions for future articles. Patrick Ryan – Broker Associate Sotheby’s International Realty, 831.238.8116, patrick.ryan@sothebyshomes.com
“Thanking those who served”
by Peter Silzer & Nicholas Cosmas
Scott Dick Monterey County Assoc. of Realtors
Market Matters
Social benefits of homeownership Source: The Journal of the Center for Real Estate Studies
Improved educational performance, higher civic participation, lower crime rates, and improved health remain the biggest social benefits linked to homeownership, according to a new research paper by NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun and research economist Nadia Evangelou, which appears in The Journal of the Center for Real Estate Studies. Some findings from the latest research cited in the paper include: • Health. Children of homeowners tend to be happier and healthier than children of non-owners, even after factoring in income and education levels. More recently, studies have found the wealth-building effect of homeownership and the sense of control it often brings in a stable housing market can positively affect homeowners’ mental and physical health. On the other hand, some studies suggest that areas where housing distress is high tend to see greater rates of mental health and stress-related health diagnoses among residents. • Crime. Research has confirmed homeowners have a lower instance of involvement in crime than non-owners. Also, neighborhoods with stable housing options—regardless of ownership structure—are more likely to have lower crime rates. Some studies have found, however, that foreclosure levels do influence burglary and violent crime rates. • Education. Researchers have found homeowners tend to accrue more wealth and save more money—such financial practices are associated with lower rates of homeowners’ children dropping out of school. • Civic engagement. Homeownership and residential stability continues to be linked with an increased likelihood of electoral participation. Homeowners remain more likely to participate in local elections and civic groups than renters, the paper states. “Owning a home embodies the promise of individual autonomy and is the aspiration of most American households,” the researchers note. “Homeownership allows households to accumulate wealth and social status, and is the
“Thanking those who served”
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A Nation at Half Mast
As at many American campuses, a lofty flag pole overlooked the courtyard of the boys’ boarding school I attended for three years in the early 1960s. Back then, the place was earnestly re-branding from its reform school origins into “college prep” respectability. I got there early in the metamorphosis. In scrubbing its image as a “school of last resort” for boys expelled from other institutions, our Big Island school borrowed a few character-building tactics from the military. Among these were mess-hall meals, “white glove” dorm inspections, disciplinary work crews and daily flag-raising ceremonies. The latter took place in a grassy square amid dusty wooden classroom buildings that had been Marine Corps barracks during World War Two. The lofty flag pole probably dated from that wartime era. Like those earlier recruits, we wayward island boys stood at attention before the flag pole every morning. In ranks by class, we placed our hands over our hearts as the flag ascended and the national anthem blared from the school’s scratchy PA system. The morning flag ceremony served a dual purpose. It made unruly teens stand silently in straight lines. And it reinforced our devotion to the United States, which had added Hawaii to its flag only two years earlier. Having grown up in a remote “U.S. territory,” some of us were still a bit iffy on the new statehood protocols. As part of our patriotic training, the school accorded special status to the raising and lowering of the new 50-star flag. To qualify for this honor, boys needed to post good grades or stay out of trouble for a week. Then their names could enter the pool for “flag duty.” Working in pairs, these worthies would march crisply up to the pole and carefully unfold the banner from its tight, stars-out isosceles triangle. Clipping the leading edges to the pull rope, they’d hoist the flag as slowly as possible to pace the anthem -- and to keep the rest of us standing at attention with the sun in our eyes. During my time there, I recall this routine varying only twice. Once was when a lethal tsunami crushed the city of Hilo. The other was when President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. In both instances, the student flag-raisers had to be coached to haul the banner to the top swiftly, then lower it slowly to “half mast” before tying it off. I hadn’t thought much about “flag ceremony” in all the years since that time, but Monday’s walk to the PG farmer’s market prompted some somber musings. Of the five institutional flag poles I passed, all had the U.S. banner at half-mast. I wondered if those charged with flag etiquette had run their flags up swiftly, then down slowly. Back when I was in boarding school, an American flag flying at half-mast was a fairly rare sight. It usually meant someone very important had passed away. In those days, you’d ask: “Who died?” And someone in the know would name the departed dignitary. Fifty-some years on, these are starkly different times. Assuming you had missed the news somehow, you might see flags standing at half-mast. But the traditional question might get a more troubling response. “Who died?” you might ask. “Most of them.”
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Tom Stevens
Otter Views
“Most of who? Most of who died?” Well, this week it was 26 worshippers in a Texas Baptist church. Last month; 58 fans at a Las Vegas country music concert. Before that, 49 partiers in an Orlando nightclub; 26 first-graders and their teacher in a Connecticut schoolroom; 32 collegians at Virginia Tech University, and so on, week in and week out, hundreds of times a year. Not all worshippers, students, movie goers, concert fans and night club patrons in those and other venues died, but most of those who were shot did. That’s partly because shooters in many U.S. states can legally purchase and stockpile military-style assault rifles, high-impact bullets and extended-fire magazines. “Bump stocks” enable continuous fire. Most of the thousands of yearly U.S. firearms deaths are still caused singly by pistols, but assault rifles are narrowing the gap. Their firepower and efficiency in schoolrooms, movie theaters, churches, fast-food restaurants, big box stores and other enclosed spaces make them the weapons that truly get the flags lowered. Monday afternoon was beautiful in PG. Wispy “mare’s tail” clouds feathered a deep blue sky. Warm autumn sunlight bathed the treetops. From green parks rose the laughter of children playing soccer, chase master and tag. The farmer’s market street musicians practiced a few early Christmas carols. It should have been a carefree walk. But at the adult school, the post office, the Masonic lodge, the library and the natural history museum, American flags hung at half mast. The shooters won again.
The Henry Miller Library presents An Afternoon of Memoir, Poetry, and Song at the LAB with William Minor (piano, vocals) Macucho (cajon), and Richard Rosen (harmonicas)
Sunday, Nov. 12 • 2:00
Flag at half staff at the Pacific Grove post office
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Facade Facelift Funding The City of Pacific Grove is funding a facade facelift pilot project in the amount of $50,000 for the fiscal year 2017-2018. The program will assist property owners to upgrade storefronts and buildings.
You are kindly requested to attend a brief presentation on the program.
Thursday, November 16th 2:00 pm to 2:30 pm Little House in Jewell Park
Across from Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History Questions and answers will follow the presentation.
RSVP to Rita at
Rita@pacificgrove.org
or call: 373-3304
Poetry Rudolph Tenenbaum Hope By Rudolph Tenebaum Are you in trouble? Hard to cope? You all are welcome To our school of hope. We have the procedures To nurture the feeling As trying to jump And break through the ceiling, As trying to meet And befriend the Pope Always and always Cherishing hope. Cherishing hope With verve and defiance. Cherishing hope As an art and a science. Are you in trouble? Hard to cope? You all are welcome To our school of hope. We are compassionate. We are efficient. We bring hope To the hope deficient. Even while in a coma You'll manage to hope. But to earn a diploma You'll walk a tight rope.
Sweeping the Highway
A sweeping operation in both directions of US Highway 101 from Sala Road to San Miguel Canyon Road will begin Monday, Nov. 13 through Thursday, Nov. 16 from 9 am to 2 pm. Motorists will encounter alternating moving closures in the No. 2 (right) lane of US Highway 101. Caltrans will operate this sweeper on an alternating basis in both directions and will include the shoulders and on/off ramps within the project area. Electronic message boards will be activated to inform the public about this roadwork. Motorists can expect delays not to exceed 20 minutes. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) will be present to ensure the safety of everyone. The sweeping of this section of highway will clear debris from storm drains in anticipation of the upcoming rainy season, maintaining safety for motorists this winter. This roadwork is being performed by the Salinas Area Maintenance crew. Caltrans reminds motorists to move over and slow down when driving through highway construction zones. For more information on this project and for traffic updates on other Caltrans projects in Monterey County, residents can call the District 5 toll free number at 1-831-372-0862 or can visit our website at: http:// www.dot.ca.gov/dist05/paffairs/release.htm#mon
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Second Annual “Decolonize Thanksgiving” Event Keepers of our Culture Alexis Celeste Siamak
Above: “At the first ‘Decolonize Thanksgiving’ held in New York last year, Matoaka Little Eagle (Tewa) talked about growing up as the only Native American in her school. It was not until college, Mataoka explained, that she began to learn the real histories of what has happened to Native peoples across North America.” When I moved to the Monterey Peninsula in 2010, I was struck by how much it reminded me of coastal Alaska, where I spent all my summers from my childhood well into my twenties. I immediately noticed the same humpback whales, harbor seals, and otters that I grew up with on the ocean. Some places make you see “ghosts,” and I think Pacific Grove is especially such a place. I saw the ghosts of unknown Aleut ancestors of mine paddling skin kayaks through the misty coastal waters. My family is from Southwest Alaska, a mix of Aleut islanders, Yup’ik coastal Eskimos, and Swedish immigrants. I grew up with stories of the Russians colonizing the Aleuts, and forcing them to go as far away as California to hunt sea otters which they sold to China to fund their empire over a hundred years before the sale of Alaska to the United States in 1867. They even referred to sea otter pelts as “black gold” because they were worth more than their weight in gold in 18th century prices. That colonial history connected me to this place. Monterey Coastal Indians Maybe it’s what you look for, and maybe it’s who you know, but when I moved to Monterey, it seemed to be conspicuously missing a visible, living Native American population like the ones I grew up with in Alaska. I figured that the California mission system probably wiped out the vast majority of the Peninsula’s original inhabitants. I recently read an estimation that up to 80 percent of those who entered the missions died in them under the forced-labor and disease-ridden conditions. I also figured that any remaining descendants who weren’t killed or removed probably had to leave on their own simply due to the expensive housing prices we have here. Others might have gone underground to live a quiet life, knowing who they are, and their deep ancestral connection to the Peninsula. “Indigeneity” and Bioneers I wanted to know the original people of this beautiful and abundant place. Beyond books, beyond archaeology and museums, I have been hungry to meet the living descendants of the Costanoan Rumsen Ohlone People. So, I decided to make it happen. In addition to ancestral DNA analysis, I work for a Program called “Indigeneity” within a larger environmental and social justice educational organization called Bioneers. Our goal is to promote indigenous knowledge and approaches to solve the earth’s most pressing issues
through respectful dialogue. (By the way, “Indigenous” refers to the original people of a place, prior to settling or colonization, think: Native Americas, Pacific Islanders, Aboriginals, First Nations…) By fostering a broader understanding of indigenous perspectives, I am building a network of allies to protect and restore traditional homelands. We do this by bringing people together, making original Indigenous-content media, fostering Native youth leadership, and developing learning materials for students and lifelong learners. “Decolonize Thanksgiving” As part of this broader mission, I co-hosted the First Annual “Decolonize Thanksgiving” event with Heather Henson, an incredible environmental educator and puppet artist daughter of Jim Henson. Heather and I spontaneously came up with the idea over a deep conversation one night last October. We thought, “What would it be like if we could turn Thanksgiving on its head to teach people about the real history of America, but still make it a positive, celebratory event?” and “Decolonize Thanksgiving” was born! At that first gathering held in New York City, we celebrated America’s strength in its diversity by bringing together people from all backgrounds, of all ages, political-leanings, and proclivities. Michael Taylor (Chocktaw) of the Thunderbird American Indian Dancers read an incredibly moving speech about the real history of Thanksgiving, composed by Wamsutta (Frank B.) James (Wampanoag) to commemorate the 350-year anniversary of the Pilgrim’s arrival. Our Thanksgiving meal was comprised of organic foods, indigenous to North America. After a starter of squash soup, we feasted on roast duck with wild rice stuffing, cranberry sauce, chestnuts, and micro-greens salad. It was the best dinner party I ever co-hosted. Costonoan Rumsen Ohlone Foods So, this year, I’m bringing “Decolonize Thanksgiving” to my “new” home of seven years here on the Penninsula. On November 19, my dear friend, Patricia Hamilton with “Keepers of Our Culture,” will co-host the Second Annual Decolonize Thanksgiving with me on behalf of the Bioneers Indigeneity Program at the Pacific Grove Youth Center. Since my first “Decolonize Thanksgiving” event, I have made a conscious effort to try to meet local, Native Americans who live here, both descendants of the original Costonoan Rumsen Ohlone
tions from simple pairings of 6 ingredients or less that make up the signature, pre-contact Ohlone palate. They describe their work as: “…It is our hope to create beautiful “Alexis Bunten with her family, includ- Ohlone cuisine that allows us to be a liting her four dogs, at Asilomar Beach, tle closer to those before us, and to honor one of their favorite local spots.” the legacy we inherit from them …. We hope to raise awareness to people who are not indigenous to California what the true culture and cuisine of this beautiful and ancient place really is.”
people, and mixed-ancestry transplants like myself. And, it turns out, were actually here! I’ve invited some of these new friends to join us at the “Second Annual Decolonize Thanksgiving,” as guests, speakers, culture-bearers and caterers. A Feast of Local Indian Foods This year’s feast will feature traditional, California Indian foods, locally-harvested by contemporary Ohlone caterers, mak-’amham, which means “Our Food” in the Chochenyo Language. Together, chefs Vincent Medina (Chochenyo Ohlone) and Louis Trevino (Rumsen Ohlone) have revitalized their ancestral food ways for healing and spiritual well-being. You will notice sweet and savory food combina-
True to the Indigeneity Program’s mission, the evening program will tell the real story of coastal California to a diverse and family-friendly group. (Children are very welcome! We’re bringing ours). Together, we will share with open hearts the truth of America’s founding, and we will celebrate people from many different backgrounds coming together to experience the power of the survival and revival of local Indigenous traditions. This is a time for open intercultural dialogue, and to make new friends of all generations and backgrounds. This is the REAL spirit of Thanksgiving. An Invitation to the Table We have very limited seating, but we are saving a few spots for some lucky locals. If you would like to join us, please contact me at alexis@bioneers.org to secure your place at the table. We humbly request that you contribute $175 per person or $300 per couple, which covers the direct costs of the caterers’ traditional foods gathering and preparation, the venue, and subsidizes 20% of the cost for one low-income guest. We can’t wait to experience this year’s delicious food, cultural arts, and great conversations! And, I think that after this year’s event, I will feel more connected to the local people of this place –Native American, settler, and “mixed up” people like me—when I walk along the beaches and look out to the misty waters. I’d like to see more ghosts alongside those ancient Aleut paddlers. (Editors note: Contributions are tax-deductible.)
Breaker of the Week By Mi Bailey
Rachel House
Rachel House, senior, completed her final cross country season last Thursday at the MTAL League Meet. She crossed the finish line of the 3 mile course at 23:35, cutting almost a minute off her personal record from the same course two weeks ago. More impressively, her time last week was nearly three minutes faster than her freshman season, showing an incredible improvement in the last four years. Rachel’s running schedule was unique however, for she suffered a major hip injury sophomore year. The doctor told her she could not complete the cross country season if she ever wanted to run again. “My mood really deteriorated for a while and I was in a lot of pain any time I walked,” she comments. After a painful absence, Rachel finally returned to the running scene her Junior year, where she raced the 2 mile in track. But she did not come back to the cross country team until the beginning of Senior year, joining a team she had not raced with since 2014. “I’ve had the best team this season that kept me motivated at my lowest points,” Rachel reflects, regarding her major personal records for each race she competed in this year. From moving from the second to last place runner on the JV team to the second or third runner on Varsity, Rachel’s improvement and motivation throughout her racing career is an inspiration to all.
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Laura Coté puts MPC Theatre back on the map with ’Present Laughter’ Katie Shain
Performance Review Left to Right: Joanna Lippiatt (Megan Root), Garry Essendine (Chris Figueroa) and Liz Essendine (Kristin Brewer) Photo Credit: Naiyapostcard Biddlefront 4 w border.pdf PL working
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MPC Season 2018 holds great promise if “Present Laughter” is a precursor. From the exquisitely detailed set to the final exit music “Present Laughter” leaves nothing on the floor unfinished. Eyes have it in this show. Each entry directed by Coté is fulfilled by each actor in as polished a professional manner as their skill and experience could have held. Wonderfully fresh faces graced the stage displaying a variety of age ranges and capabilities. That’s what’s nice to find on a community college stage. A perfectly shining performance was maintained throughout the evening by Chris Figueroa playing the role of Garry Essedine, London’s 1930’s matinée idol. Funny, fully expressive, and what a fabulous face . . . and hair! Simply eye candy. Figueroa’s performance places him easily on a par with Kevin Kline who played the same part on Broadway earlier this year. Yes, the portrait above the mantel on the set is Figueroa’s likeness, thanks to the graphic expertise of Jamie Dagdigian, MPC department head of computer technology. All of the supporting roles followed the same suit. Pure pleasure was found in the casual humorous comfort of Miss Erickson, Essendine’s secretary, orchestrating the show like a propellerless air traffic controller, played by Sarah Kenoyer. A charming performance was put in by Lauren Young as Daphne Stillington. Jacob Maksoudian and Cindy Womack kept us at attention with their notable contributions as Fred and Monica Reed, the house aides, as well as Sherry Kefalas playing Lady Saltburn. Positively, pleasantly Parisian-styled, Kristin Brewer lovingly portraying Liz Essedine never disappointed with her charmed English accent throughout, as was true for the balance of the well-cast company of supporting parts played by Sam Lonefeather Fife as Morris Dixon, delighting especially with his drunken stupor demeanor, and the effective Eric Wishine as the impotent character, Henry Loppiatt. Ultimately stealing thunder and adding yet more intensity to the ensemble and to the elevation of the production is Joanna Lippiatt, stunningly well-performed by Megan Root. Gloria Mathos’s costumes colorfully draped every scene. The props were outstanding and well used. The stage set was impeccable and light and sound were spot on. Laura Coté’s touches are wonderfully welcome and audiences should look forward to many years of her contributions both on stage and in the classroom. (Heads up, there’s an insider tip that she is making plans for the musical “Brigadoon” this summer). Do yourself a favor and get to the MPC Theatre now and enjoy “Present Laughter” for yourself. This is the final weekend. Go on line at www.mpctheatre.com or call 831 646-4213.
MST Line 22 Big Sur Resumes full operation of route
With the opening of Big Sur’s new Pfeiffer Canyon Bridge on Friday, October 13, Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST) will resume operating the full route on Line 22 Big Sur. Service will resume Saturdays and Sundays with two trips in each direction. Once again you can enjoy all that beautiful Big Sur has to offer without the hassle of driving and finding parking. As recovery efforts come to an end, MST will discontinue selling its deeply-discounted $13 per month bus pass to residents and local workers of Big Sur on Thursday, October 12. The deeply-discounted pass had been made available to help alleviate congestion resulting from the construction of the Pfeiffer Canyon Bridge. For more information, visit www.mst.org or call Monterey-Salinas Transit toll free at 1-888-MST-BUS1. For RealTime bus arrival information, text “Next” and your 4-digit bus stop ID (ex. “Next 1234”) to 25370, call 1-888-MST-BUS1 with your 4-digit bus stop ID, download the free Transit App, or use Google Maps
MPC Theatre Department 2017-18 Season continues with “Present Laughter”
by Noël Coward, directed by Laura Coté
November 2 – 12, 2017
Present Laughter Fresh off its Tony Award winning Broadway revival, comes this delicious drawing room comedy by Noël Coward! Actor Gary Essendine, an aging but debonair rake, still leaves the ladies weak in the knees. Preparing for a tour, the self-obsessed matinée idol must contend with his long-suffering secretary, his estranged wife, a crazed young playwright, numerous women trying to seduce him…and a looming mid-life crisis! Join the theatre’s favorite leading man, as he finds himself caught between fawning ingénues, secret trysts and unexpected twists, in this dizzyingly funny and Tony Award winning British farce that The Wall Street Journal called “Noël Coward’s funniest and most perfectly wrought comedy.”
Performance dates & times:
“Present Laughter” previews Thursday, November 2 at 7:30 PM and opens Friday, November 3 at 7:30 PM. Performances run for two weeks ONLY through Sunday, November 12. Show times are Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM and Sundays at 2:00 PM. The full performance schedule is:
Friday November 10 • 7:30 PM Saturday November 11 • 7:30 PM Sunday November 12 • 2:00 PM – Matinée & Final performance Ticket Prices: Tickets are $25 for Adults and $22 for Seniors at the door, $15 for Military and Young Adults (16-21) and $10 for Children 15 and under. Group discounts are also available for parties of ten or more.
Adults and Seniors can also purchase tickets 24 hours in advance for $20 each. Tickets to Thursday shows (Preview and Discount Thursday) are $12.50 each or $10 for children. “Present Laughter” is a live theatrical performance and recommended for those 10 years old and above. Please note that infants, babes-in-arms, and children in strollers or carriers are not permitted in the theater. Campus Parking is required for Thursday evening performances and is $3.00. Some parking kiosks take quarters and others take dollar bills. Tickets are available from the MPC Box Office on the Monterey Peninsula College Campus at 980 Fremont Street. The Box Office (831-646-4213) is open Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 3:00 – 7:00 PM, and two hours prior to performances. Tickets are also available online at www.mpctheatre.com
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Carol O’Neil shares the story of Point Sur Lightstation: Past and Present
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E N R O L L TO D AY , B L O O M TO M O R R O W. Registration open NOW through January 29, 2018 Guest lecturer Carol O’Neil, historian for Point Sur State Historic Park, will tell the story of the Point Sur Lighthouse as part of the Heritage Society of Pacific Grove’s guest lecture series on Sunday, November 19, 2:00pm at Chautauqua Hall. O’Neil will regale us with stories of this remote lighthouse that was carved out of volcanic rock more than a century ago, and today remains an active aid-to-navigation. Her lecture of this California State Historic Park will include stories and photographs of the treacherous Big Sur coast and the ghost town that remains today as a reminder of our maritime heritage and the hearty souls who helped light the way. Carol O’Neil is a volunteer and historian for Point Sur State Historic Park, and writes extensively about its history. Her writings include an historic fiction book for children, “Adventures at Point Sur”, and an Arcadia Images of America book, “Point Sur”. O’Neil lives in Monterey and is actively involved in historic preservation. Chautauqua Hall located in Pacific Grove on 16th St. at Central Avenue. Admission is free for Heritage Society members, but a $5 donation is suggested of non-members. For more information call or email the Heritage Society at (831) 372-2898 or info@ pacificgroveheritage.org. You can also check our website: www.pacificgroveheritage. org.
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Busy weekend for food: ice cream in Denver and Flavors of Pacific Grove Sally Baho Post Cards from the Kitchen Denver, CO & Pacific Grove, CA I was generously given two tickets for the Flavors of Pacific Grove, a Celebration of Great Chefs event this past Saturday at Asilomar. I already had plans to attend a friend’s wedding in Denver, CO so I deputized my brother and sister-in-law to attend in my absence. They were happy to make the sacrifice and reported back to me. Some of their favorite dishes were Jeninni’s pork belly and candied pumpkin. My brother said, “Normally pork belly is chewy but this just melted in your mouth and the flavor was amazing.” The Beach House’s seared ahi tuna on wonton chips was another favorite of the pair and I heard all about International Cuisine’s hummus topped with seasoned ground beef. Other dishes that topped their list included a pumpkin soup from Canterbury Woods, Vivolo’s clam chowder, venison meatballs from Passionfish, and Lula’s chocolates. Samantha, my sister-in-law, had the dark chocolate from Lula’s and “loved every second of it,” she also noted that “you can always count on Trader Joe’s for great wine at an affordable price. Beer was generously poured from Peter B’s and Alvarado Brewing Co. as well as wine from J. McFarland, Classic Wines of Columbia, and m2 wines. The overall consensus was that the event was awesome; well worth it and an incredibly rich and generous evening; I look forward to attending next year!
Meanwhile, I was in the mile-high city of Denver! Prior to leaving, I mentioned to a colleague that I would be visiting Denver and she suggested I visit her aunt’s ice cream shop in Bonnie Brae. They make all of their amazing ice cream themselves. So on my last day in town, after attending the post-wedding brunch where I recruited an adventure partner, we decided to walk the four miles to Bonnie Brae from downtown Denver. We walked along the Cherry Creek Trail enjoying the crisp air and the creek that ran along the path. After about a mile of walking, we realized our pace wouldn’t suffice as I had a flight to catch that evening. As fortune would have it, there was a bike rental station not far from where we had stopped on the creek-side trail and so we went and inserted our credit cards, agreed to the terms and conditions, and two bikes were electronically released from their parking stations. We hopped on the bikes and rode the remaining three miles to Bonnie Brae, where we found a bike return station and made our way to the iconic ice cream shop. As we opened the door to the old timey looking ice cream parlor, we Flavors of Pacific Grove provided an incredibly rich and generous were overcome with the sweet smell of waffle cones and we learned that they evening make their own waffle cones, as well as their ice cream. The sweet young
girl behind the counter gave us as many samples as we wanted. Some of the flavors they served were lemon custard, baklava, and of course, your traditional favorites such as mint chip, chocolate, pecan praline, etc. I had a cappuccino crunch ice cream on a waffle cone dipped in chocolate and it was excellent! Especially after biking and walking for a couple hours. If you ever find yourself in Denver, be sure to stop by this adorable ice cream shop and indulge in a good old-fashioned scoop or two on a homemade cone. Feedback is welcome and encouraged, feel free to e-mail me at sallybaho@gmail.com with any comments you may have.
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It Started With a Bird
Jane Roland
Animal Tales Other Random Thoughts I wrote this column a few years ago and am repeating, because I am buried in the plans for the estate sale at 4058 Mora Lane next weekend and working dialing I haven’t time to be creative… If you come to the sale give the address at the gate. And remember we have Brazilian furniture worth thousands designed by famed artist Sergio Rodriguez… This column is dedicated to Lee Yarborough who convinced me to write for his paper five years ago. He is very much missed. “Are you my Mother?” by P.D. Eastman, an oft read book by parents of young children, is about a small bird that tumbles from his nest. He can walk, but not fly. Two weeks ago, in Pacific Grove there was a similar dilemma. Janessa Colina had taken her daughter to the library and was walking away when she saw an object on the sidewalk. It fluttered. She looked closely and discovered a fledgling in extremis. “I can’t leave him here” she thought, and scooped up the little creature, cupping him in her hands and looked around. Across the street was The Animal Friends’ Treasure Shop. She ran over and asked for help or advice. We were not sure what to do, inquiring at Posh Pets who were also at a loss. Someone suggested The Cottage Veterinary two blocks away on 16th Street (You have seen the little yellow Victorian between Lighthouse and Central). The little fellow responded enough to assure us that he was alive and frightened, but he responded to Janessa, wondering (I am sure) “are you my mother?” I called Cottage and was told very kindly that the doctor was in surgery, there was no one there to help. It was too late. Janessa was already on her way clutching the ball of feathers and hoping that the library would keep her daughter a few more minutes. She came back to the shop, sans fowl. Dr. Laura Pasten who was on duty that day said she would take care of the little fellow. “Oh, sure”, I thought “she is simply being kind and will humanely end the suffering”.
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Several days later I heard the rest of the story. Dr. Pasten, who loves all animals with a passion, took him home and proceeded to nurse with liquids, hydration and every means possible to restore life. He was neurologically damaged but physically not too bad. Last week she released him, and he flew off, perhaps to see his mother, but not before she called Janessa to have her see the flight Dr. Laura was the personal veterinarian for Morris the Cat. She hosts a radio show and is the spokesperson for the American Veterinary Association for media presentation. She has received the Worlds Who’s Who of Women 1992 to present as well as the “Women of the Decade Award” from the American Biographical Institute. Those of us who love animals complain from time to time about the costs involved with the care of our pets. Most of these doctors offer significant acts of charity. Our vet, Bill Cleary, has helped many who had no resources. Once an indigent friend, owner of beloved chickens, saw one of his “buddies” hit by a car, he raced from his home on Lobos to Peninsula Animal Hospital where Bill administered aid, there was no charge. The late Dr. Richard Hart made a house call for our daughter’s hamster, took her away “to evaluate” and kindly euthanized the little beast, there are thousands of such stories. We are blessed to have these good people who not only help individuals but offer pro bono medical care to animal organizations. Last year my friend, Victoria Carns, told me that her grandson Michah was coming to visit. The little boy was four at the time and quite eager to be a veterinarian when he grows up. I called Cottage and asked if someone could meet with the little boy. They told me they would be happy to do that. I contacted Victoria and the rest is history. I don’t know if Micah will be a vet, but at least he has some training... Recently we have needed to change veterinarians and chose Cottage because of these stories and others like them... The Doctors, Kimberly Wilkins, DVM and Valerie Welch, are wonderful. Annie seems to be very happy with them... Jane Roland lives in Monterey, with husband, John and four-legged family members, Toby, the cat and Annie the Schnoodle.
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Monterey-Salinas transit honors veterans with free bus passes
Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST) is honoring veterans for their service with free public transportation. We are partnering with esteemed veteran services organizations to nominate veterans in need of transportation assistance. "By providing veterans with free bus passes on a quarterly basis, we hope to assist those with transportation barriers while encouraging more public transportation use," said Erin Heatley, MST's mobility specialist overseeing veterans programs. Participating veterans services organizations include: · Veterans Transition Center (VTC) · Monterey Veterans Resource Center (VRC) · Vocational Rehabilitation Services, Inc. (VRSI) · Monterey Peninsula College (MPC) Veterans Resource Center · Hartnell College Veterans Resource Center · California State University Monterey Bay (CSUMB) Veterans Resource Center These agencies provide Monterey County veterans with vital services and resources to ensure no veteran falls through the cracks. MST and the veterans services organizations seek to help any and all veterans in need of transportation assistance by contacting MST's Mobility Department, mobility@ mst.org. Free passes are provided by Measure Q, a 1/8-cent sales tax approved by voters in November 2014 to benefit transportation for seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities. Measure Q also funds discount fares (half-price) to veterans as well as taxi vouchers. For more information, please visit www.mst.org or call Monterey-Salinas Transit toll free at 1-888-MST-BUS1.
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New Guidelines for Protecting California’s Monarch Butterfly Groves Published Protecting and managing overwintering sites is essential if the monarch’s migration is to be sustained
The image of monarch butterflies winging their way for hundreds or thousands of miles to find winter shelter enthralls children and adults alike. To support this annual cycle, monarchs need milkweed and nectar, but also secure overwintering sites, the target of their epic flight. These sites are increasingly under threat. The just-released Protecting California’s Butterfly Groveswill help site managers in the state care for this precious resource. Scattered along the California coast are groves of eucalyptus, cypress, and pine which provide winter shelter to hundreds of thousands of monarch butterflies born each summer across the western North America. “While this may sound like a lot of butterflies,” said Emma Pelton, conservation biologist for the Xerces Society, “in the 1980s, they numbered in the millions. The population has declined by over 95 percent in the last 30 years, and the migratory monarch population is now at a high risk of extinction.” Having so many butterflies concentrated in such small areas means monarchs are especially vulnerable during the winter. Being concentrated along the coast makes the butterflies susceptible to storms and disturbance. In addition, dozens of coastal overwintering sites have already been lost due to urban, ex-urban, and—to a lesser extent—agricultural development over the past
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decades. Others are senescing as drought and age take their toll. “Without suitable places to overwinter, the monarch migration may collapse,” noted Sarina Jepsen, director of the endangered species program at the Xerces Society. “Protection and management of existing sites is crucial to prevent further loss of butterflies.” To guide land managers, landowners, and community groups care for these sites and maintain the conditions that monarchs require, the Xerces Society partnered with Stu Weiss of Creekside Center for Earth Observation to publish Protecting California’s Butterfly Groves: Management Guidelines for Monarch Butterfly Overwintering Habitat. These guidelines will help site managers become familiar with overwintering monarch habitat needs and provides a roadmap to develop site-specific management plans to benefit monarchs in both the short- and long-term. “Ensuring sufficient, high-quality overwintering habitat is essential if we hope to recover the western monarch population,” said Jepsen. The public may download a copy of Protecting California’s Butterfly Groves: Management Guidelines for Monarch Butterfly Overwintering Habitat at https:// xerces.org/protecting-californias-butterfly-groves/ - Xerces Society
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In their Own Words—Part II
Color Yourself Unique and Help Heal America Bellyaching over America’s political morass since the presidential election a year ago this week? If yes, try coloring for the sake of the country and for your own good! Coloring is a popular practice among therapists whose adult patients find peace, serenity and hope by sitting quietly and transferring emotions to paper in various hues of the rainbow. In the wake of recent mass shootings around the U.S., as the nation contemplates the question of whether to impeach #45 by invoking Amendment 25, the question arises: Could coloring have assuaged the horrific rage that caused mass massacres of both victims and the shooters? Stroking one’s inner child with love Coloring stirs your unique individual inner child and arouses the still, small self from within, so-- like the mythical Phoenix—you rise from the ashes of personal or political fallout and are renewed. It’s an inexpensive activity you can perform at home, with an adult friend or child, or even in a Bible study group of seniors at church, in community centers or in sewing circles. Or, throw a coloring party at Thanksgiving time, playing after-dinner coloring games while you enjoy pumpkin pie with family and friends. While coloring yourself unique, you can help revise American history by also writing your own story, as Missouri poet Faye Adams suggests in this Facebook message she posted last week: Eventually, someone will step forward to unlock the past and get your story on paper, online, or in a Kindle for everyone in your family to read. Think your story is not interesting enough to be recorded? Don’t believe it! Do you know how many people I’ve heard say, “I wish I had asked Mom or Grandma or Uncle Harry more questions!” Please, tell your story! Please, Tell Your Story By Faye Adams “Tell your story! Every living being has a story. Your story is unique. You are the only one who can tell it, because you are the one who is living it. If you don’t tell it, it will be forever lost the moment you step into the afterlife. Not a writer? Don’t let that stop you. Get a good mini-recorder, one you can hold in your hand, and tell it. . . to the recorder. Perhaps, after you are gone, someone in your family will do it for you. Put a label on the recorder and tell your family about it.
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Do you know how many people I’ve heard say, “I wish I had asked Mom or Grandma or Uncle Harry more questions!” Please, tell your story!Tell your story to the recorder. Perhaps, after you are gone, someone in your family will do it for you. Put a label on the recorder, and tell your family about it. Eventually, someone will step forward to unlock the past and get your story on paper, online, or in a kindle for everyone in your family to read. Think your story is not interesting enough to be recorded? Don’t believe it!
Register Your Signature Poem Amy Kitchener, my mentor and muse since 1973, instructed my late partner Al Baker and me to establish a Signature Poem Registry so poets could record the poems by which they wish to be remembered. Here is Faye Adams’s poem from the registry: Eventually, someone will step forward to unlock the past and get your story on paper, online, or in a kindle for everyone in your family to read. Think your story is not interesting enough to be recorded? Don’t believe it! Do you know how many people I’ve heard
say, “I wish I had asked Mom or Grandma or Uncle Harry more questions!” Please, tell your story! I Believe God Invented Dancing By Faye Adams Know why I think this way? Watch the tall grass sway. Have you noticed leaves, gaily responding to the breeze; s p i e d r o b i n ’s “ b o b a n d r u n , ” searching for wiggle worm, or dolphin’s graceful glide, with his companion beside? Tr a c e a m o n a r c h ’s p i rouette, before it comes to rest on a dandelion’s fluff, still clinging to its ruff. Even stars of the night shimmy and bounce in my sight; there’s no earthly reason why, in abandon, should not I throw caution to the wind, cut myself loose, twirl and spin, raise my arms in ardent praise, for glorious dance-filled days! To visit the Registry of Signature Poems, please go to our website and scroll far down the Home Page until you see “Signature Poems” listed. Click on it. http://www.amykitchenerfdn.org/ Try Writing with Friends Kathy Whilden, who co-founded Friends of Homeless Women with Father Michael Reid and Marian Penn in 2012, has been leading an OLLI writing group with Roxane Buck for the last decade. She says, “We meet monthly at various outdoor places.” Kathy, Michael and Marian also founded “Writing with Friends” for women without adequate shelter or secure housing, which meets at Monterey Public Library, 625 Pacific St., Monterey, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Kathy says, “Our last writing group meeting is Thursday, November 16. We have had a few women without shelter come to write with us, and they have been wonderful and creative and open. We need to look at the class to see how we can improve it to attract women to this group. The class is open to women who have housing insecurity or without housing. We are not sure where we are going with this.” For more information, contact Kathy Whilden at wildini@aol.com As to coloring books, they’re available from some dollar stores, pharmacies, local specialty, gift and book shops, and online. The sample page above, for you to use to color your unique self, is from “Color Me Happy!” by VJ Schultz at http://vjschultz-author.me . Copyright 2017 by Wanda Sue Parrott Contact Wanda Sue Parrott at 831899-5887 or amykitchenerfdn@hotmail. com
November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month Peace of Mind Dog Rescue (POMDR) in Pacific Grove is celebrating November “Adopt a Senior Pet Month,” a time when many shelters and rescue groups offer special promotions to help find homes for older dogs and cats. During November, adoption fees for dogs at POMDR, age 9 years or older, are only $100.00, including spay/neuter, vaccinations, microchip and a thorough health work-up. More than 5,000 dogs and cats are euthanized in shelters across America every day. And senior pets tend to spend the longest amount of time at a shelter or rescue before finding their forever home — if they find one at all. November Adopt a Senior Pet Month has helped increase awareness of the positive benefits of adopting an older pet. Most senior dogs are normally already housetrained, require less monitoring, tend to have a mellow temperament, and they are great companions. A survey conducted earlier this year by The Grey Muzzle Organization,
a nonprofit which provides grants to help at-risk senior dogs at shelters and rescue groups, reported a nationwide trend shifting toward more positive perceptions and increased adoption of senior dogs. POMDR is one of 50 groups throughout the country to receive a 2017 grant from The Grey Muzzle Organization. These important funds assist POMDR with their continued efforts to find loving forever homes for senior dogs. The Grey Muzzle Organization and POMDR envision a world where no old dog dies alone and afraid. To find your new best friend simply search online at www.peaceofminddogrescue.org, or sites such as petfinder.com and adopt-a-pet.com, or visit a local animal shelter. For more information contact Peace of Mind Dog Rescue 831-718-9122.
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Take a Bath with a Capital “B”
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Living Heathy Most people understand that to keep a car on the road it has to be maintained. The oil has to be changed, the water level kept up with antifreeze or coolant and eventually the brakes will need attention etc.. It is not hard to understand that our cars need attention. Then why is it so hard to give our own bodies the same automatic care? Some people will not think twice about tuning up a car, but to spend the same amount of money on a trip to a spa is something that requires more thought. One way to tackle this self maintenance issue is to have a home spa day and the center-piece for this occasion is the Bath with a capital B. Bath therapy can be a part of a beauty treatment, or just a relaxing interlude, or give support during a more serious health issue. Using essential oils in an aromatherapy bath can be a very effective treatment and enormously enjoyable. There are herbalists who prefer to use herbal baths as a form of treatment adding a concentrated herbal brew to the bath, even if it is just a foot bath. In addition to aromatherapy and herbal baths there are mineral baths, vinegar baths and sauna baths, mud baths, basically your imagination is the only limit. The epidermis or skin as we generally call it, is considered the largest organ of the body and is a way to absorb nutrients while bypassing the gastrointestinal tract. It could also be considered a way to hydrate the body. There are of course cautions with essential oils and herbs so please be sure to check with a verifiably reputable source before embarking on the road to Bath World. Bath Recipes Apple Cider Vinegar Bath Fill the bath with warm water and add 2 quarts of apple cider vinegar to the water. Optional: 3 - 4 cups of epsom salts can be added. Apple cider vinegar has the reputation for arresting leg cramps and colds. Lavender Bath Add 8 - 10 drops of pure lavender essential oil to the bathwater just before getting in. This is a great bath for getting fussy kids ready for bed or after ‘one of those days’. Again epsom salts can be added to this bath, especially if there has been extraordinary physical exertion. Rosemary Bath Add 6 -8 drops pure rosemary essential oil to bath water Rosemary has the reputation for being good for the skin and hair. It is an herb that is stimulating so this is a bath that perks you up. Caution! ROSEMARY MUST BE AVOIDED by those who suffer from HYPERTENSION or any nerve related disorder. Lemon or Orange Add up to 6 -8 drops essential oils of lemon and / or orange to a bath for a refreshing and uplifting effect Eucalyptus Eucalyptus essential oil can be irritating to the skin so be careful with this one Herbal Baths Herbal baths can pose a problem with being messy, but hey some of the best things in life are messy. Right? An herbal bath can stain the tub for a time so be forewarned about that. Herbs can be used singly or in combination, but again this is important, check with a reputable source to determine the safety of the chosen herbs. As a general recipe for an herbal bath put 4 cups dried herb in a stock pot, cover with water an inch or two above the herbs and bring to a boil. Cover the pot after it comes to a boil and simmer for at least one half hour. This brew should steep another half hour after simmering. This is not rocket science, just brew up the herbs then strain into a container. It is possible that the herbs will require a second straining to prevent plant matter winding up in the plumbing. This herbal concentrate can be saved in the refrigerator for a couple of days for later use. Get creative and have some fun with this! Mullein - congestion Comfrey - achy bones and muscles Chamomile - soothing relaxation (remember Peter Rabbit’s Mom gave him chamomile) Dandelion - liver tonic
Monarch Film Festival Comes Back Dec. 1, 2
15% Discounts for Students, Seniors, Military The Monarch Film Festival is back for its 6th season! Starting at 5:00 p.m. on December 1 at Lighthouse Cinemas in Pacific Grove, the Festival will feature 38 films from all over the world, including locally produced films, for two days. In addition to this year’s impressive lineup, the Monarch Film Festival will, for its second year in a row, showcase the latest Capstones from CSUMB Film Students. Friday, December 1 will spotlight competing Documentaries and Feature Narratives, and Saturday, December 2 will showcase the Blocks competing for award, as well as Local Films. Individual day pass is $15.00, or $25.00 for both days. Screening tickets are available online or at-the-door for only $10.00 General Admission (Feature Narrative or Documentary) & Special Package Price (Short Narratives/Local’s Corner/Monarch Award Block/Student Narratives/CSUMB Capstone Presentation.) Tickets can be purchased online at: www.monarchfilmfestival.com/festival-info or at the door. 15 percent off Discounted Tickets (Students/Military/seniors) are available and can be purchased at the theater. Official schedule can be found online at: www.www.monarchfilmfestival.com/ festival-info For more information email: info@monarchfilmfestival.com or visit www. monarchfilmfestival.com
Linden - promotes sleep Roses - pure pleasure plus an hormonal tonic Sage - helps balance hormones in both men and women caution: should be avoided by nursing mothers unless you are ready to stop nursing Mint - uplifting, digestion upset, relaxation Lavender Flowers - lovely smell, relaxing, headache Hot Springs The jewel in the crown of the Bath World is the natural hot spring mineral bath. Here in the western USA we are well endowed from top to bottom with hot springs to explore. The therapeutic quality of hot springs water has a wide range of effectiveness and an abundance of anecdotal stories. Most public use hot springs have a water analysis report available with categories evaluating mineral content, temperature, electric conductivity, PH level and dissolved solids. While some baths have a more marked therapeutic reputation, it would be better not to marginalize the sheer pleasure of a hot spring soak. Some people will travel hundreds of miles to visit a favorite hot spring to enjoy the benefits. One such hot spring that inspires repeat visits is just south of Death Valley, in Tecopa Hot Springs. www.tecopahotspringscampground.com. Tecopa Hot Springs is a remote, rustic, minuscule town located in some of the most geographically interesting desert landscape this country has to offer. However it is the extraordinary quality of the water at Tecopa Hot Springs that has people coming back again and again. As with most public hot springs, Tecopa Hot Springs has a water analysis report available, and when the water of Tecopa is compared to the internationally acclaimed Baden Baden in Germany, the Tecopa Hot springs water rates with the very best. The spas in Baden Baden are quite chic, and Tecopa is VERY low key, but the quirky atmosphere combined with the quality of the water add up to a worthy adventure.
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NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR BIDS NEWSPAPER ADVERTISING THE CITY IS INVITING QUALIFIED NEWSPAPERS TO SUBMIT BIDS FOR AN ANNUAL CONTRACT FOR OFFICIAL PUBLICATIONS, ORDINANCES AND OTHER LEGAL NOTICES REQUIRED TO BE PUBLISHED. The RFB is available online at https://www.cityofpacificgrove.org/doing-business/bids-rfps and at City Hall, 300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove CA. The City of Pacific Grove does not discriminate against persons with disabilities. Pacific Grove City Hall is an accessible facility. SANDRA KANDELL, City Clerk
Dated: November 6, 2017.
City of Pacific Grove Annual Notice of Vacancies BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES The City of Pacific Grove is seeking applications for the following Boards, Commissions and Committees for vacancies that currently exist and/or will expire January 2018. For a complete description of the purposes and meeting schedule of each of the available Boards, Commissions, and Committees, please visit the City’s website at https://www.cityofpacificgrove.org/about-city/boards-commissions · Administrative Enforcement Hearing Officer Panel (5) · Architectural Review Board (4) · Beautification and Natural Resources Commission (3) · Economic Development Commission (4) · Golf Links Advisory Commission (4) · Historic Resources Committee (5) · Library Board (1) · Museum Board (2) · Planning Commission (3) · Traffic Safety Commission (4)
Appointees must be registered Pacific Grove voters, with the exception of the Economic Development Commission. Applications for these vacancies will be accepted until positions are filled. Interested persons may pick up an application at the City Clerk’s Office, 300 Forest Avenue or a copy may be downloaded from the City’s website at: https://www.cityofpacificgrove.org/ sites/default/files/forms/city-clerk/application-app-boards-commissions-12-14-09_0.pdf Further information may also be obtained by contacting the City Clerk at (831) 648-3181 or by emailing cityclerk@cityofpacificgrove.org
Times • November 10, 2017 Arts Council seeks volunteers What does God say about November Needs... Artwork wrapping - (11/16) & (11/17) 9-3 pm Immigration? Artwork installation - (11/20), (11/21), (11/22) 11-4 pm Government Center Artist Reception - (12/5) 4:30-7:30 pm Bill Cohen Looking towards the future...
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Reasoning With God Acts 17:24, 26, “God that made the world and all things therein, seeing that he is Lord of heaven and earth, dwelleth not in temples made with hands…And hath made of one blood all nations of men for to dwell on all the face of the earth, and hath determined the times before appointed, and the bounds of their habitation;” Does one blood mean we are all related? Gal 3:28, “There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.” Is God telling us we are all one people with a choice to make? Eze 47:21-22, “So shall ye divide this land unto you according to the tribes of Israel. And it shall come to pass, that ye shall divide it by lot for an inheritance unto you, and to the strangers that sojourn among you, which shall beget children among you: and they shall be unto you as born in the country among the children of Israel; they shall have inheritance with you among the tribes of Israel.” When God told Israel to divide the land, which He had given them, did He not command them to make a place for the stranger who entered their land? Ex 12:49, “One law shall be to him that is homeborn, and unto the stranger that sojourneth among you.” Are we to have one set of laws governing everyone within our borders? Numb 15:15, “One ordinance shall be both for you of the congregation, and also for the stranger that sojourneth with you, an ordinance for ever in your generations: as ye are, so shall the stranger be before the Lord.” Should our laws include treating the stranger who enters our land the same as we do our citizens? Lev 24:22, “Ye shall have one manner of law, as well for the stranger, as for one of your own country: for I am the Lord your God.” Are we supposed to enforce our laws fairly without respect to persons? 1 Pet 2:13-15, “Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord’s sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme; Or unto governors, as unto them that are sent by him for the punishment of evildoers, and for the praise of them that do well. For so is the will of God, that with well doing ye may put to silence the ignorance of foolish men:” These verses seem to bring together the issues involved, we are all to obey the laws so no one will be able to use our disobedience as a stumbling block to the seekers. Whenever a group disobeys the laws they begin to shine a very bright light on everyone within their group. So should we all obey every law, including immigration laws? Lev 19:33-34, “And if a stranger sojourn with thee in your land, ye shall not vex him. But the stranger that dwelleth with you shall be unto you as one born among you, and thou shalt love him as thyself; for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt: I am the Lord your God.” Should those responsible for creating our laws make sure they are fair for all who have entered our land? If we want to limit the number of strangers entering our land, should we secure the borders, instead of oppressing those that have already entered? Zech 7:9-10, “Thus speaketh the Lord of hosts, saying, Execute true judgment, and shew mercy and compassions every man to his brother: And oppress not the widow, nor the fatherless, the stranger, nor the poor; and let none of you imagine evil against his brother in your heart.” Is God warning us not to oppress the immigrant? Are we still supposed to execute true judgment to those who have chosen to break our laws, immigrant or citizen? Tit 3:1-2, “Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work, To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.” If an immigrant chooses to disobey our laws, is that immigrant also choosing to disobey God? Matt 25:35, “For I was an hungred, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in:” When we help a stranger, are we not obeying God’s basic laws regarding our neighbors? Does God not personally feel all that we do, whether it is good or evil? Phil 3:20, “For our conversation is in heaven; from whence also we look for the Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ:” Is God not telling us our home is heaven, not this world? Could God be telling us the immigrant within our borders might one day be a fellow citizen of heaven and our future eternal neighbor? Comments, opposing opinions and suggestions for future topics are all welcome at: bill@reasoningwithgod.com.
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SAVE THE DATE FOR THE CHAMPIONS OF THE ARTS GALA February 3, 2018
Many hands are needed to support our gala, and celebrate the individuals and organizations that make our region the best in the world to live, work and play! Duties range from the prep work of acquiring donations, and mailings to day of the event coordination and execution! A more detailed Sign Up will come out soon, but feel free to contact me with an area or job you already know you would like! Or you can look below for some categories that are available! Email me at Austin austin@arts4mc.org or call @ 831-622-9060 ext. 105. Office Prep, Volunteer Coordination Assistance, Delivery/Loading & Unloading Items, Reception Area & Welcoming, Coat Check, Registration, Silent Auction Item Placement, Silent Auction Management, Live Auction Spotters and Assistance, Delivery/Loading and Unloading Items and Supplies, Signs and Display Placement and Collection, Check out Silent Auction, and Clean Up.
Folk Legend Pete Seeger honored in Singalong Songfest
Singer-songwriter Jim Scott, a colleague called by the legendary Pete Seeger “some kind of a magician,” will present a one-night concert featuring “This Land is Your Land” and other Seeger favorites on Sat., Nov. 11, 7 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 490 Aguajito Rd., Carmel. The event is open to the public. Tickets are $20, general; $15, seniors, students and military. Children under 12, if accompanied by adults, are free. Tickets from: UUCMP.org tickets at Bookmark Music, at the church, or at the door. Info from 831-624-7404 and www.JimScottMusic.com.
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Friends of the Pacific Grove Library Meet the Author Series presents:
Steve Hauk Steinbeck: the Untold Stories
“Steinbeck: the Untold Stories” is a collection of short stories dramatizing incidents in Steinbeck’s life — some real, some imagined — that take place over six decades, from the author’s childhood in Salinas, California to the years in New York. It is a study of the emotional price the author paid for what he was writing, but also a look at the artists, writers and friends who came to his assistance. Hauk will give a PowerPoint presentation showing book illustrations by C. Kline and letters and documents that support many of the stories. Suggested donation is $10 (non-members), refreshments included. Books available through The Bookworks. Sponsored by Friends of the PG Library with the support of Jan Pratt and J.R. Rouse, Sotheby’s International Realty. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.
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‘For Thinkers’: The Christian Church of Pacific Grove “A Spiritual Sanctuary for the Thinking Christian” is the invocation on the sign fronting the quaint white 19th century chapel located at 442 Central Ave. in Pacific Grove—The Christian Church of Pacific Grove (Disciples of Christ). These words have always appealed to me as I drove down Central Avenue many times over the years; so I was eager to learn more about the church, its theology, and its mission. I interviewed Pastor Daniel William Paul in the church’s community room where he brewed up a fine latte and offered muffins and cake for our half-hour chat. He explained that after every service he does the same for the congregation— coffee time is when the congregation breaks into small lively discussion groups around eight intimate circular tables. Pastor Dan is a big man with a full head of wavy brown hair, a cherub face, and huge hands. Although his congregation has been stable for years, we talked about the decline of religious congregations throughout America in recent years. He opined that people were drifting away from the large almost commercialized churches and seeking something deeper and more meaningful at a personal level. Originally from Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, Pastor Dan is the church’s 39th pastor and
Gary Baley
Sanctuary of the Soul has served here for 19 years. I asked about the invocation on the sign. “You’re not going to hear a fire-and-brimstone sermon here,” he said. “We want people to think for themselves, to become engaged with the community and nurture their spiritual nature.” I then asked about the history of the denomination. Theological History: The American Restoration Movement (Stone-Campbell movement) began in the early 19th century as an attempt to unify Christian faiths into a single body based on New Testament teachings. Two groups were instrumental in the movement, one led by circuit rider Barton Stone and the other led by Thomas Campbell. The two joined in 1832 and were united in the belief that Jesus is the son of God, adult believers should be baptized by immersion, and communion should be celebrated every Sunday. They also renounced all creeds, believing them to be divisive. During the U.S. Civil War,
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this united movement divided into three branches somewhat confusingly called Churches of Christ, Church of Christ, and Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). The Sanctuary: In the late 1800s a group of women in Pacific Grove started a prayer circle in their homes following the sermons of a Disciples of Christ evangelist. The circle grew to the point where the women sought a permanent structure. For several years they raised money through bake sales and donations, finally having the $300 needed to construct their church. In 1896 the sanctuary was complete, and it stands today basically unchanged from then. It is a modest church with only 18 pews, but could seat 100 with a squeeze. It has a stable congregation numbering about 90 with about 50-60 worshiping each Sunday. The plain white exterior façade, almost frail in appearance, hides some surprises inside. Rich heavy California redwood beams form the walls and vaulted ceiling including two flying buttresses. It is solid and impressive for its size. Antique colorful stained-glass windows grace the walls. Downstairs at the rear of the sanctuary is a full-immersion baptistry, a choir room, and a community room with full kitchen and an expresso machine. Upstairs is a meditation room, a playroom for toddlers, and a very special bridal room appointed with antique furnishings and large enough for a pizza party as the bride and her entourage prepare for the big event below. Inclusiveness: Pastor Dan noted that this church is open and accepting of all. “Churches must adapt to the sensibilities of the culture,” he said. “Ours is the first mainline church to have a woman as president, Dr. Sharon Watkins, who also chairs the National Council of Churches.” He also pointed out that the Christian
Church (Disciples of Christ) is the founding denomination for about 20 universities including Texas Christian University and Chapman University where Lyndon Johnson and Ronal Reagan were respective members. “Another notable member of our church is William Barber II, president of North Carolina’ NAACP chapter, who started the ‘Moral Mondays’ civil-rights protests,” Pastor Dan said. Outreach: The church participates in the local I-HELP (Interfaith Homeless Emergency Lodging Program) feeding and sheltering the homeless and the international Shoebox program giving toys and necessities to needy third-world kids. The church also maintains a summer camp in Auburn where junior high school kids from around the state can spend a few weeks camping and hiking. “Every Palm Sunday we gather at Berwick Park in Pacific Grove and bless the palms,” Pastor Dan said “we also participate in the annual blessing of the animals.” Blue Theology: The Blue Theology Mission Station is a ministry of The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of Pacific Grove where current science in marine biology informs a theology of creation care. Their mission statement is to provide learning and serving experiences in ocean stewardship for youth groups, adult retreats, and clergy renewals. “Creating Blue Theologians, who are advocates for a healthy ocean is our profound investment into the future health of the ocean,” Pastor Dan explained “Hands on projects include beach clean ups, sand dune restoration, and scientific data collection.” He went on to say that they partner with local organizations to provide educational opportunities including: touring the Monterey Bay Aquarium with a spiritual docent, hiking at Point Lobos State Reserve, visiting Hopkins Marine Station, touring the Sea Studios Foundation, and touring NOAA facilities. For more information about Blue Theology you can check the website www.bluetheology.com. For the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) their website is www.pacificgrovechurch.org or call 831-647-8467.
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Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 20172140 The following person is doing business as IN-SHAPE: SALINAS NORTHEAST, 1502 W. Main St., Salinas, Monterey County, CA 93906 or 6 S. El Dorado St., Ste. 700, Stockton, CA 95202: IN-SHAPE HEALTH CLUBS, LLC, 6 S. El Dorado S. Ste 700, Stockton, CA 95202. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on 10/24/17. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name(s) listed above on 10/17/17. Signed: Sean Maloney, CFO. This business is conducted by a limited liability company. Publication dates: 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/01/17.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 20172192 The following person is doing business as THREADWORX, 335 Harrison Rd., Salinas, Monterey, Monterey County, CA 93907 and P.O. Box 6087, Salinas, Monterey County, CA 93912: MIGUEL TISCAREÑO, 335 Harrison Rd., Salinas, CA 93907. This statement was filed awith the Clerk of Monterey County on 10/31/17. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name(s) listed above on N/A. Signed: Miguel Tiscareño. This business is conducted by an individual. Publication dates: 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/01/17.
NOTICE OF PETITON TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: John Wayne Campbell CASE NUMBER: 17PR000480 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: John Wayne Capmbell. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Kimberly Wilkins in the Superior Court of California, County of: Monterey. The petition for probate requests that: Kimberly Wilkins be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: Dec. 15, 2017 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: 13 Room: Address of court: Superior Court of California, County of Monterey, 1200 Aguajito Road, Monterey, CA 93940 Branch Name: Monterey. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Petitioner: Kimberly Wilkins 4114 Pine Meadows Way, Pebble Beach, CA 93953 Telephone: 916-494-1850 Publish: November 17, 24, Dec 1
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 20171968 The following person is doing business as THE OSTEOPATHIC WAY and OSTEOPATHIC GOLF, 199 17th Street, Suite J, Pacific Grove, Monterey County, CA 93950: JOSHUA JAMES FISCHER, 1034 Matador Rd., Pebble Beach, CA 93953 and SIBYL GENTRY KNIGHT, 1034 Matador Rd., Pebble Beach, CA 93953. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on 09/27/17. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name(s) listed above on 09/27/17. Signed: Joshua Fischer, DO. This business is conducted by a general partnership. Publication dates: 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/17/17. CITY OF PACIFIC GROVE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Wednesday, November 15, 2017, 6:00 p.m. 300 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City Council of the City of Pacific Grove will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, November 15, 2017, at 6:00 p.m., at the City Council Chambers in City Hall, 300 Forest Avenue in Pacific Grove, California, to consider a Resolution amending the Master Fee Schedule related to overnight parking permits and bail for trailers and oversize vehicles. Copies of the proposed Resolution are available at the City Clerk’s office in City Hall at 300 Forest Avenue. The City of Pacific Grove does not discriminate against persons with disabilities. Pacific Grove City Hall is an accessible facility. If you require any special accommodation, contact the City Clerk at (831) 648-3100. Sandra Kandell City Clerk Dated November 3, 2017 Dated: November ___, 2017
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O P E N S UN DAY 1 -3 Monterey | 11 Victoria Vale | $1,485,000 J.R. Rouse 831.218.5738
MONTEREY 915 Madison | $1,450,000 Kyle Morrison 831.236.8909
O PEN S U NDAY 1 -3 Monterey | 1420 Manor | $1,165,000 J.R. Rouse 831.218.5738
O P E N F R I DAY & SAT UR DAY 1 -4 Pebble Beach | 1043 Mission | $1,125,000 J.R. Rouse 831.218.5738
O P E N S U N DAY 1 -3 Pebble Beach | 1050 Laurel | $1,049,000 Mary Stocker 831.595.2401
OPEN SAT U R DAY & S U NDAY 1 -3 Pacific Grove | 908 Hillcrest | $899,000 Arleen Hardenstein 831.915.8989
P E B B L E B E ACH 3104 Flavin Lane | $895,000 Paul Riddolls 831.293.4496
MONTEREY 314 Pasadera Court Lot 135 | $425,000 Mike Jashinski 831.236.8913
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