In This Issue
Kiosk Fri., Dec. 7
Living Nativity Presentation Carmel Presbyterian Church 5:30 PM, Free 624-3878
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First Friday Poems of Inspiration Under the Wishing Tree 6:30 PM, Artisana Gallery 307 Forest Ave. Free
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Fri. & Sat., Dec. 7 and 8
Living Nativity and Celebrate the Creche First United Methodist Church of Pacific Grove 915 Sunset Drive @ the corner of 17 Mile Drive 7:00pm - 8:30pm •
Tree Lighting and Santa - 14
Honored - Page 7
Pacific Grove’s
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Fri., Dec. 7
Improv Comedy Appearance Mirth’O’Matics Stardust Playhouse, Monterey 8 PM, $10, 831-402-8940
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Sat. Dec. 8 Jingle Bell Run/Walk 8:00 AM Lovers Point • Dec. 7-15
“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” Ariel Theatrical 320 S. Main St., Salinas Fridays 7 PM, Saturdays 2 & 7 PM Tickets $10; Sr, Student, Military $8; Children 3-12 $6, Under 3 Free. 775-0976 •
Dec. 7-13, 2012
Your Community NEWSpaper
Vandalism at Rip Van Winkle
Fri. & Sat., Dec. 8 & 9 Annual Model Train Show 10 AM American Tin Cannery 125 Ocean View Blvd. Free •
A citizen reported vandalism to some 12 trees deep in Rip Van Winkle Park. Someone has painted symbols and arrows with spray paint, along with the words “Believe” and “Love” on the trees and on a log. Officials are investigating and trying to determine whether the damage can be covered. Anyone with information is encouraged to call Pacific Grove Police at 831-648-3143. Photo by Al Saxe.
Sun., Dec. 9
Patron Show Drawing PG Art Center, 2 PM $50 Members, $75 Non-Members 375-2208
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Sun., Dec. 9
Heaven’s Door Concert Pacific Coast Church 7 PM Tickets at Mindshop $15, Seniors $12 372-2971
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Sun., Dec. 9
Discussion “Is Gluten Making You Sick?” The Works, 667 Lighthouse Ave. 3-5 PM, Free 372-2242
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Thur., Dec. 13
Sanctuary Advisory Council Canterbury Woods 8:45 a.m.-4:15 p.m. Open to Public
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Thur., Dec 13
Republican Women Luncheon Rancho Canada Golf Club $22 for Members, $25 Non-Members
Inside Animal Tales & Random Thoughts..............................15 Cop Log..................................3 Food.....................................12 Green Page...........................23 Health & Wellness..............6, 8 High Hats & Parasols..............4 Homeless Chronicles............16 Money............................20, 21 Opinion................................10 Otter Views...........................10 Peeps......................................7 Puzzle..................................15 Seniors.................................17 Sports & Leisure....................13 Up & Coming.....................5, 9 Young Writers.......................22
Studying pitch canker - Page 23
Vol. V, Issue 12
School Board to ask recount of “A” votes
School Board president John Thibeau said last week that, with 66.37% of the vote going for the school measure and needing 66.6 percent, “We owe it to the people who worked so hard on Measure A to do everything we can to ensure the vote gets counted right.” The school district will invest $3,600 in a full recount, looking for 14 more votes. It’s cheaper than investing $40,000 in a special election, says PGUSD’s Rick Miller. If the votes are there, the school district will not be required to pay the $3,600 and the extension and increase of the current parcel tax will take effect when the current one sunsets.
Flows to Bay!
On Dec. 5, Pacific Grove Public Works was dismayed to get a report of soap suds at Lovers Point. Resembling icebergs on a miniature scale, the bubbles were flowing from the sewer outfall there. Public Works turned on the Urban Diversion so no more suds got getting into the bay. Environmental Programs Manager Sarah Hardgrave guessed it was liquid soap poured into a sewer line. There are 12 manholes and Public Works tested each one up the line, and finally at the last one determined it was a 55-gallon drum of body wash dumped into the sewer by a group home. The beach was posted. Tests continue to learn the level of toxicity, if any, but the body wash is biodegradable. She does not believe the group home will be fined. More pictures on page 2.
They solemnly swore
The new City Council and mayor were sworn in Wed., Dec. 5. L-R: Bill Kampe, Mayor and Councilmembers Casey Lucius, Dan Miller, and Robert Huitt and City Clerk David Concepcion. Robert Huitt was selected as mayor pro tempore. Four interim priority topics were identified ahead of a January 19 workshop: Water supply, the city’s pension obligation, business vitality, and a review of infrastructure and services provided by the City.
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Times • December 7, 2012
Sudsy sewer line (from page 1)
Dog Park Christmas Tree
Above, the suds were flowing from the sewer outfall on Wednesday, December 5, and into the rocks below at Lovers Point (below). Photos by Al Saxe
Ryan (L) and Matt Nelson weren’t the decorators, but they’re enjoying the decorated tree deep in the dog park, along with Cubby and Scooter. Chanticleer’s sumptuous blend of voices rings in the season with profound, peaceful and joyous music
A Chanticleer Christmas December 10-23 Dec 21, 6 pm & 8:30 pm Carmel Mission
Monterey Peninsula Republican Women Federated Luncheon
The monthly luncheon of the Monterey Peninsula Republican Women Federated club will be held on Thursday, December 13 at Rancho Canada Golf Club, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley. The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office will be accepting teddy bear donations for Child Crisis Intervention. The public is always welcomed. The cost is $22 per member, or $25 for non-members. RSVP before Monday, December 10. Call Pat at 375-3573 or contact Diane via email at dlcare@sbcglobal.net.
Also * Berkeley * Oakland * San Francisco * Petaluma * Sacramento * Santa Clara
Dates & tickets: www.chanticleer.org | 415.392.4400 | 800.407.1400
Adapted by Richard Hellesen
Pacific Grove Weekend Forecast
7th
Friday
Saturday
8th
Sunny
61° 43°
Chance of Rain
0%
WIND: N at 7 mph
Partly Cloudy
61° 43°
Chance of Rain
0%
WIND: NNE at 6 mph
Sunday
9th
Partly Cloudy
65° 44°
Chance of Rain
0%
WIND: ENE at 4 mph
Directed by Gary Bolen
Monday
10th
Adapted by Richard Hellesen Music by David DeBerry
Mostly Sunny
67° 43°
Chance of Rain
0%
WIND NE at 3 mph
Pacific Grove’s Rain Gauge Data reported by Jack Beigle at Canterbury Woods
Week ending 11/29/12................................... 3.25 Total for the season..................................... 5.994 To date last year (2011)................................. 3.35 Cumulative average to this date.................... 4.07 Wettest year............................................................. 47.15 during rain year 7/1/97-6/30/98* Driest year.................................................................. 9.87 during rain year 7/1/75-6/30/76*
December 6-23
Orchestrations by Gregg Coffin
Based on the novella by Charles Dickens
Bruce Ariss Wharf Theatre, Monterey Sunday, Dec. 16th - Post-show talkback with Gary Bolen, Richard Hellesen & Cast Members following the matinee performance
MPC Box Office 831-646-4213 (Wed. - Fri. 3:00 - 7:00) Online www.mpctheatre.com or TicketGuys.com/mpc
$25 Adult, $22 Senior, $15 Young Adult & Military, $10 Child under 15 Dinner & Theatre $36 $18 Online Purchase Adults/Seniors $20 Advance by Phone Adults/Seniors Buy Tickets Now!
Bring a NEW pair of child/young adult shoes or bag of non-perishable food... and get one FREE Ticket to any Thursday performance.
December 7, 2012 • CEDAR STREET
Butterfly Church burgled Suspect arrested
On Sunday evening, Dec. 2, someone broke into the offices of the First United Methodist Church of Pacific Grove, also known as the Butterfly Church for its striking leaded glass windows, and stole checks and bank records. Later, a backpack turned up at Seaside Police department which had the checks, bank records, and other items. One of the checks had a name in the “Pay To The Order Of” space which gave police a suspect. By matching a footprint found at the scene with shoes the suspect was wearing when arrested as well as a key in his possession, police fingered Christopher Tolbert for the burglary. He was booked, and made bail. Church staff stopped payment on the check, but have not had to go to considerable expense to re-key all the locks and change bank accounts. Despite the difficultires, the seasonal Living Nativity will be held: Friday, December 7 & Saturday, December 8 Living Nativity and Celebrate the Creche First United Methodist Church of Pacific Grove 915 Sunset Drive @ the corner of 17 Mile Drive 7:00pm - 8:30pm All are welcome!
Student overdoses on prescription drug Shared with a friend as well; both are OK
On Dec. 4 at about 12:27 p.m., Pacific Grove Police Dept. officers responded with Monterey Fire Dept. and AMR personnel to Pacific Grove High School regarding a student who had possibly overdosed on prescription medications. The 15-year-old male was observed by school staff to be acting strangely, uncoordinated and very lethargic, and had been taken to the school nurse’s office. The officers determined the subject had possibly obtained four Adderall pills. Adderall is a prescription drug used in the treatment ADHD and narcolepsy. The pills were possibly obtained from another juvenile in Monterey. The subject had swallowed two of the pills, then crushed and inhaled half of a third pill. He then gave another 14-year-old male student the remaining pill which was then swallowed. The 14-year-old also appeared lethargic. The 15-year-old was transported by AMR to Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula where he was treated and later released. The 14-year-old was assessed by paramedics at the school and then released to his parents. The Pacific Grove Police Dept., in coordination with Monterey Police Dept, identified the 17-year-old female who may have supplied the pills. She voluntarily came to the Pacific Grove Police Department. After she had been interviewed, there remained questions as to the validity of claims she had provided the pills. She was not arrested. In an update on Dec. 5, police advised that the drug in question was Xanax and that the student had taken it from his parents’ prescription medications.
Sheriff’s Office announces open position
The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce the opening of the Deputy Sheriff - Recruit position beginning Mon., Dec. 3, 2012; a position that has not been open for almost three years. As this is an entry level position, no prior law enforcement training and/or experience is required. Successful applicants will be invited to the written and physical agility testing which will be held at 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM on Friday, December 14, 2012 at the Sheriff’s Office in Salinas. Applicants that pass the testing will be invited to an oral board the following week. Those applicants who are successful in the oral board will be given two weeks to return a Personal History Statement before participating in a thorough background which includes polygraph, psychological and medical exams. Recruits that are hired will be attending the P.O.S.T Academy coordinated by the South Bay Regional Training Consortium at Monterey Peninsula College in March of 2013. One of the more exciting changes new Monterey County Sheriff’s Deputies will experience is, upon completing the Academy; they will begin their training in Patrol. Unlike prior years where initial training was focused in the jail, new deputies will begin their training with patrol and then progress through jail training. The goal of this new process is to provide a better-rounded training program to new Deputies, ultimately making them more experienced and versatile by the end of their training program. Anyone interested in this position should apply on-line at: www.co.monterey. ca.us/personnel beginning Dec. 3. Check-in for the testing on Dec.14 begins one hour before the testing begins; photo ID is required. Applications will be available the day of testing. Questions about the application or testing process can be directed to the Sheriff’s Office Human Resources (831)755-3744. Opportunities to practice the physical agility test will be offered by calling (831)755-3829.
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Marge Ann Jameson
Cop log Lost, found, and otherwise brought to the attention of the police
A wallet was reported lost along the bike trail. A camera was reported lost at Asilomar beach. A bible was found on Hwy. 68 by the SFB Morse Gate. Owner was identified and the bible was returned. Personal belongings of a guy who was arrested were photographed and logged in. He can claim them when he gets out of the pokey. California drivers license and debit card were found in the street on Moreland. The owner was contacted and said they’d pick it up Sunday or later. Guess they weren’t going anywhere. Debit card and two student body cards were given to the reporting party. They had been found in another city. A wallet was found at Monterey Peninsula College by the pool. By calling the Monterey police the owner was identified and his father contacted. They came to Pacific Grove and picked it up. A purse/wallet was found in a shop on Forest and turned in. A message was left for the owner. A green and white beaded necklace was found a couple of weeks ago in front of the hardware store and turned in. Bike found on Sunset and turned in.
Dog at large
A dog was found and turned in. Owner was contacted, dog was claimed. Owner was fined but the dog wasn’t.
Small dog at large
A terrier sort of dog was found on Ruth Ct. The dog had a collar but the officer couldn’t read it. Dog was put in doggie jail and Animal Control Officer notified.
Unaltered dog at large
A dog was found on Maple St., turned in and lodged in doggie jail. The owner was contacted and allowed to claim the dog after being advised of (and paying) the Unaltered Dog at Large and Lodged in Doggie Jail Fee and being given two weeks to license the dog in Pacific Grove.
People hollering at people
Reporting party heard her neighbor hollering about her cell phone, and said she heard pounding on the wall, but by the time police arrived everyone appeared to be going to bed. A woman entered a business on Lighthouse and asked if they hired people who use methamphetamine. She then began ranting and finally left. When police contacted her, she seemed normal but was admonished and told not to trespass. Husband and wife were hollering and the wife was slamming doors. He called the police and left for work so she had to deal with it. Subject told reporting party that he only had plastic to recycle, but it turns out he had glass to recycle. They got angry and cussed at each other. The guy with the recycling threw a bottle on the ground and broke it. The other guy called the police but the guy with the recycling was gone by the time they arrived.
Fall down go boom
A motorcycle was found lying on its side on Lighthouse. The officer stood it back up on the kickstand. It didn’t appear to have suffered damage in the fall.
Laundry stolen
Bedding items were stolen from a hotel room on Ocean View Blvd. The door was unlocked.
Stolen from laundry
A person reported someone stole her box of dryer sheets at a laundromat.
How’s he going to help if he’s drunk?
A drunken neighbor on 15th approached the reporting party on their shared front porch and wanted to “help her with her business.” She was uncomfortable about it and wanted the incident recorded.
This is not a good thing, especially in the rainy season
Two vehicles were parked next to each other and each had the windshield wiper on the driver’s side damaged by an unknown vandal. Same thing happened to a car parked on Central Ave. Ditto First St.
Cedar Street Times was established September 1, 2008 and was adjudicated a legal newspaper for Pacific Grove, Monterey County, California on July 16, 2010. It is published weekly at 306 Grand Ave., Pacific Grove, CA 93950. Press deadline is Wednesday, noon. The paper is distributed on Fri. and is available at various locations throughout the county as well as by e-mail subscription. Editor/Publisher: Marge Ann Jameson Copy Editor: Michael Sizemore News: Marge Ann Jameson, Peter Mounteer, Al Saxe Graphics: Shelby Birch Regular Contributors: Ben Alexander • Mary Arnold • Jack Beigle • Roberta Campbell Brown • Jacquelyn Byrd • Laura Emerson • Rabia Erduman • Jon Guthrie • John C. Hantelman • Kyle Krasa • Travis Long • Amy Coale Solis • Rhonda Farrah • Dorothy Maras-Ildiz • Neil Jameson • Richard Oh • Jean Prock • Katie Shain • Dirrick Williams Advertising: Mary Ann Meagher Photography: Peter Mounteer, Al Saxe Distribution: Kellen Gibbs, Peter Mounteer, Duke Kelso • Website: Harrison Okins
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Jon Guthrie
High Hats & Parasols Dear Readers: Please bear in mind that historical articles such as “High Hats & Parasols” present our history — good and bad — in the language and terminology used at the time. The writings contained in are quoted from Pacific Grove/Monterey publications from 100 years in the past. Please also note that any items listed for sale in “High Hats” are “done deals,” and while we would all love to see those prices again, people also worked for a dollar a day back then. Thanks for your understanding.
Grove. • Point Lobos abalone, delicious and appetizing, sold to you by your local grocer after your order is received. $1.50 by the flat. • Can you solve the mystery? A wrapped “dime” may be held within one of the loaves of bread you purchase from the Grove Bakery. On special this week, 12 loaves cost just $1.
Packed excursion to Apple Annual
1 The 1912 author proved a bit pessimistic about the future of the manatee. This creature still prospers at locations around the world. 2 By Carthage and Tyre, Verlaine referred to the trade quarrels occurring between the two locations in ancient Greece.
The News … from 100 years ago.
There was a bulging turnout of Grove people gathered at the depot this morning intent on traveling to Watsonville to enjoy the Annual Apple Festival. One car was filled to capacity and a second car filled after the train paused in the old capitol to take on another merry crowd of festival-goers. The train departed the Grove right at 8 o’clock this morning amid much whistle blowing and bell ringing. The excursionists are expected to arrive back home in a much quieter fashion Sunday evening between 6 and 7 o’clock.
Author’s Notes
References: Pacific Grove Review, Monterey Daily Cypress, Del Monte Weekly, Salinas Index, Monterey County Post, Bullions’ Grammar (1890).
The vanishing sea cow
While the sea cow, or manatee, is an extremely popular curiosity, the creature is – alas – rapidly nearing extinction. One of the largest fish that has ever inhabited the waters of the Gulf of Mexico and surrounding environs, the sea cow was found in great numbers a century ago, and even a few years back the creature was still quite plentiful in certain localities. It is very gentle for a large fish, and easily captured in heavy nets which are usually stretched across the mounts of rivers emptying into the ocean. The flesh is delicious and brings a high price at market, having a strong resemblance to the finest veal. The skeleton is valued at $100 or more, and the skin – properly removed and tanned – fetches a like amount. This fish often grows from ten to twelve feet in length and weighs about 2,000 pounds. It is so gentle, it will not strike any craft fishing for it, and when hooked it shows no resistance whatsoever. It is safe to say that in the next quarter of a century, this creature will be extinct. It lives wholly in salty water, eats vegetation, and hangs out near the mouths of rivers. 1
The Spell of London
The greatest of modern French poets, Paul Verlaine, fell instantly under the spell of London, even though he came to it as an exile hoping to earn a wretched living as a teacher of the French language. “As a whole,” he wrote, “London came to me most unexpected, and a hundred times more amusing than Italy or Paris or the banks of the Rhine. The docks are exceptionally wonderful, a sort of Carthage and Tyre mishmash, all rolled into one.2 No matter, this incredible town, this incredible conurbation is very black, as black as a crow, and noisier than a duck.” In Verlaine’s view, London has no more remarkable monuments than its docks. For those interested in visiting London, contact Paul Verlaine and receive excellent literature.
Notice to creditors
Forest Hill United Methodist Church 551 Gibson Ave., Services 9 AM Sundays Rev. Richard Bowman, 831-372-7956 Pacific Coast Church 522 Central Avenue, 831-372-1942 Peninsula Christian Center 520 Pine Avenue, 831-373-0431 First Baptist Church of Pacific Grove 246 Laurel Avenue, 831-373-0741 St. Mary’s-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church Central Avenue & 12 tsp.h Street, 831-373-4441
In the Superior Count of the State of California, in and for the County of Monterey, in the matter of the estate of Ada L. Mann, deceased, notice is hereby given by the undersigned administrator of the said estate that within four months after the first publication of this notice the distribution of the estate shall be made public at the law offices of H. G. Jorgensen, Esq. in the Rowe Building. Leave word with Jorgensen to be kept up to date.
Community Baptist Church Monterey & Pine Avenues, 831-375-4311
Chili con carne (with meat)
146 8th Street, 831-655-4160
Dear Editor: The facts stated herein are in response to the quip published in your paper which reads as follows: “If you have a bit of news, send it in / Or a joke that will amuse, send it in / A story that is true, send it in / An incident that’s new, send it in. Remember always, ESHOWE.” Now it may not be known what ESHOWE stands for, but it is seen on the front gate at 122 17th street in the Grove. I can tell you, however, that this word is the name of a town located in South Africa. It is there that L. B. Denman and his family resided for 14 years. Upon returning home, the family first set up housekeeping at 162 19th street, Grove, where there is a cottage with the suggestive but erroneous sign over the door: “Seldom Inn”. Mr. and Mrs. Denman fetched home with them a recipe for chili containing a bounty in meat. At noon, a steaming bowl of this chili would be offered with beverage at a price of 25¢ per bowl. This was before the admonition was added to the Review’s poetical effort: “If you want a recipe hot and fair, see Denman!”
Snippets from around the area…
Principal Pearl Huyck reminds all parents to prepare themselves and their children to be out of school during the holidays. Teachers are being asked to make up packets of instruction for home study. The Pacific Grove Review is prepared to furnish engraved calling cards on short notice at San Francisco prices. If you have a plate, bring it in. If you are in need of a plate, we will make it for you. Engraved wedding invitations are also furnished at city prices. Buy by the sack or in one-ton lots. This is hot stuff for stoves, grates, and furnaces. Your first sack is free as a trial order. Rocky Mountain Coal from the Pacific Improvement Co.
And your bill amounts to …
• I hold 95 acres given over to the growing of oranges within Lake County. Part of this land is irrigated. Your purchase of this property will result in good and steady income. My mortgage amounts to $3,000 and my equity is $1,000. Pay me my equity and take over payments on mortgage. Contact TJ at the Review office in Pacific
Peninsula Baptist Church 1116 Funston Avenue, 831-394-5712 St. Angela Merici Catholic Church
Christian Church Disciples of Christ of Pacific Grove 442 Central Avenue, 831-372-0363 First Church of God 1023 David Avenue, 831-372-5005 Jehovah’s Witnesses of Pacific Grove 1100 Sunset Drive, 831-375-2138 Church of Christ 176 Central Avenue, 831-375-3741 Lighthouse Fellowship of Pacific Grove PG Community Center, 515 Junipero Ave., 831-333-0636 Mayflower Presbyterian Church 141 14th Street, 831-373-4705 Central Presbyterian Church of Pacific Grove 325 Central Avenue, 831-375-7207 Seventh-Day Adventist Church of the Monterey Peninsula 375 Lighthouse Avenue, 831-372-7818 First United Methodist Church of Pacific Grove
915 Sunset @ 17-Mile Dr., Pacific Grove - (831) 372-5875 Worship: Sundays @ 10:00 a.m. Congregation Beth Israel 5716 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel (831) 624-2015 Chabad of Monterey 2707 David Avenue, Pacific Grove (831) 643-2770
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Arts and Events
Up and Coming
What’s Happening the Seventh Night of Chanukah?
Whether you spell it Hanukkah, Hannuka, or Chanukah, join us Friday evening, Dec. 14, at 6:00 PM for a holiday dinner prior to our Sabbath and Chanukah service. We’ll sing Chanukah songs and enjoy a delicious meal. For CBI members the catered dinner, which will include latkes, costs only $20 for adults and $12 for children under 12. Non-members pay $5
more. Everyone is invited to bring a dessert to share at the oneg following services. Advance reservations are required for everyone so we can set up the room. Call CBI at 624-2015 no later than December 10 and let us know if you want to join us for this catered Chanukah dinner buffet/ If you wish to pay at the door, cost for CBI member adults $25, children under 12, $17.
Local artist sets reception
Non members adults $30, children under 12, $17. Please bring a homemade Chanukah menorah and win a special prize. The rabbi will also hold his annual dreidle-spinning contest. Everyone will win chocolate gelt. Services will follow at 7:30 PM Congregation Beth Israel is located at 5716 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel.
You’re in good hands
On November 30 at 9:30 a.m., the Monterey Fire Department held a conference call regarding current severe weather conditions. Chief Miller and Emergency Services Coordinator Dave Potter, updated city officials from Monterey, Pacific Grove, Carmel-by-the-Sea and other partner agencies with National Weather Service Monterey County Office of Emergency Services storm prediction intelligence. The update also included Emergency Operation Center contingency plans and review of emergency response deployment. Due to sustained wind predictions and significant ground saturation as well as concern with potential downed trees and power lines, the Monterey Fire Department augmented the Pacific Grove Fire Station with a second staffed Engine Company and an extra
"The Christmas Ballet" Smuin Ballet December 7-8, 2012 8:00 pm Friday 2:00 pm Saturday Sunset Center San Carlos Street (between 8th and 10th) Carmel (831) 620-2048 or www.smuinballet.org Tickets ($43-$65)
Chief Officer for the duration of the predicted wind event at no cost to Pacific Grove. Public Works closed all parking turn outs to the beachfront that have chains and area closed signs. Based on experience, only the Sea
Local artist Terrence Zito will offer his plein air paintings for sale at a reception at Trailside Café in Monterey on Saturday, December 15, from 2-4 PM Zito is a long-time Pacific Grove resident who specializes in outdoor scenes. Trailside is located at 550 Wave Street above Cannery Row. Call 373-3326 for more information.
Candlelight Christmas Eve Worship
A service of Candles, Carols and Scripture, created for the entire church family featuring music with organ, harp, handbells & choir
For unto us
Join us for this lovely service celebrating the birth of Christ and capture the spirit of God’s Love for you this Christmas.
a child is born and his name
Palm turnout was left open. The Sea Palm turnout is fairly sheltered from wave action and is at a higher elevation than all the others. Police ran close patrol on the rocks for individuals putting themselves at risk.
Everyone will receive a candle to light and we will sing your favorite carols as well as Silent Night and a special time for the children.
shall be called; Wonderful, Counselor, the Mighty God, the Everlasting Father, the Prince of Peace.
You are invited to join us and experience the love of Christ. Every Sunday at 10:00am.
Bay Area Guest Artists
2 Shows: SAT DEC 22 7:00 PM
SUN DEC 23 2:00 PM Performed at
Santa Catalina School Performing Arts Center
Tickets Adults - $18 Senior/Military/Student - $15 Children 12 & under - $12 Special kids rate : 2 for $12.00
December 14–15
Available At: Bookmark - 307 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove Thinker Toys - 480 Del Monte Shopping Center, Monterey (cash or checks at these venues only) Tickets also available online at www.balletfantasque.org
General Info: 372-0388 A Non-Profit Co. This program is made possible in part by a grant from the Arts Council for Monterey County through funding from the Monterey County Board of Supervisors, Yellow Brick Road and the Microsoft Match Giving Program.
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New You
Health and Wellness
Loving yourself during the holiday season Guess what? The Holiday Season is here. Thanksgiving just past, Christmas is right around the corner. As children we get very deeply conditioned about what Thanksgiving and Christmas mean, all the expectations, shoulds, should nots. As much as you may be looking forward to the Christmas gifts, it can also be a traumatic experience. Do you remember hoping, praying for your favorite gift, so excited for weeks... then you open the gifts at Christmas - and you got something else? How sad and disappointing it was! Very often when the Holiday Season is approaching we feel stress, without always consciously knowing why. One of the main reasons is lack of self-care and self-love. We tend to be very outwardly focused, thinking about what is expected of us, how to do the “right” Thanksgiving dinner, find the “right” Christmas gifts for our family and friends, neglecting our own wants and needs. If you didn’t get the Christmas gifts you had really wanted as a child and teenager, that sets up another layer of tension and stress today, because childhood experiences create an assumption in the subconscious that the same experiences will happen today. Here are some of the ways to take care of yourself, so that you can experience more relaxation and joy during this Holiday season than you had before. 1. Close your eyes, take a few deep breaths into your belly. Ground yourself first. Get a sense of your feet on the ground, connected to the earth. Feel your tail bone, and imagine that from the tip of your tailbone a strong grounding cord is coming out, like a tree. Your grounding cord is moving deep into the earth, all the way into the very center of the earth, and is anchoring itself there. Feel yourself deeply connected to Mother Earth, grounded in this moment in a peaceful and relaxed way. 2. Realize that this is your life, you come first. Say to yourself out loud: “This is
Rabia Erduman
Self discovery my life. I come first.” 3. As a child your survival depended on your caregivers, you didn’t have much choice. Now as an adult you have choices you didn’t have back then. Feel in your gut the fact that you can choose to take care of yourself now and ask for what you want. “I deserve to ask for what I want.” 4. Take a few deep breaths, all the way down into your belly. 5. Ask yourself what you want in this Holiday Season. How would an ideal Christmas look like and feel like? 6. Making mistakes is part of being human. We can learn from our mistakes, apologize, and forgive ourselves. Realize that who you are is always lovable no matter what mistakes you have
made. 7. Your Self-Love Chamber is in the middle of your chest. Put both of your hands there and send yourself unconditional Love. Feel it spreading through your body. 8. Say to yourself: “I love myself exactly as I am.” 9. Imagine your ideal Christmas. Write it down, then read it outloud. 10. Write down 2-3 self-care actions you can do every day until Christmas.
Biography
Rabia Erduman was born in Istanbul, Turkey and later spent ten years in Germany before arriving in the United States in 1983. She has traveled extensively in Europe, India, and Bali and is fluent in
Self-discovery workshops offered Rabia Erduman, a Pacific Grove teacher and certified hypnotherapist, will facilitate two self-discovery workshops each month. In Salinas on the first Saturday each month she will offer “Say Yes! To Life and Love,” including breathing exercises, movement, meditations, partner and small group exercises, all designed to help participants learn to use Tantra as a way to live a joyful and love-filled life. The workshop will cost between $15 and $30, on a sliding scale. Time for the meetings is 7-8:30 PM Contact Rick King for directions to the workshop, at 444-2997 or 443-8183. Call Rabia with questions at 277-9029. Rabia and Tom Burns will facilitate a workshop titled “Remembering Who You Are” on the second Monday of each month at the Clubhouse at 456 Dela Vina in Monterey from 7-8:30 PM The cost is $10-$25 on a sliding scale. Participants will explore their thoughts, beliefs, ideas, emotions and concepts, using acceptance of them as a path of discovery. Call Rabia at 277-9029 or Tom at 601-6925 for more information or reservations.
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December 7, 2012 • CEDAR STREET
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Your Achievements
Peeps Benjamin Todd Jealous Announced as Winner of the 2012 Puffin/Nation Prize for Creative Citizenship
Medal of Valor awarded to Monterey firefighter
Prize Recognizes NAACP’s Leadership in Civil and Human Rights Movement; York School alumnus Benjamin Todd Jealous, President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Association of the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) received the annual $100,000 Puffin/Nation Prize for Creative Citizenship. This prestigious award was presented to Jealous on Monday, December 3, 2012 at The Nation Institute’s Annual Dinner Gala in New York City. The Puffin Foundation and The Nation Institute co-sponsor this annual award, given to an individual who has challenged the status quo through distinctive, courageous, imaginative, and socially responsible work of significance. Recipients are drawn from a broad range of occupations and pursuits, including academia, journalism, public health, literature, art, the environBenjamin Todd Jealous mental sciences, labor, and the humanities. The prize is intended to with helping save the life of a white encourage the recipients to continue inmate who was being threatened for their work, and to inspire others to chalhelping convict corrupt prison guards, lenge the prevailing orthodoxies they free a Black small farmer who was beface in their careers. ing framed for arson, and spur official Jealous is receiving the award for investigations into law enforcement his unwavering dedication to civil and corruption. human rights. As the youngest person As president of the NAACP, Jealto lead the NAACP, Jealous has invigoous has opened national programs on rated civil rights by building new allieducation, health, and environmental ances across progressive communities. justice. He has also greatly increased the Under his leadership, the NAACP has organization’s capacity to work on issues taken on an array of the most pressing related to the economy and register and issues of our time: inequity in oppormobilize voters. tunity and education, climate change, Jealous is the thirteenth winner of the supporting marriage equality, fighting to award. save the life of Troy Davis, and endPrevious winners are playwright ing the death penalty. The NAACP has Tony Kushner; Planned Parenthood worked tirelessly to expand and protect the franchise, registering thousands upon President Cecile Richards; environmental activists and authors Van Jones and thousands of voters while fighting voter Bill McKibben; former Texas State agsuppression efforts at every turn. riculture commissioner Jim Hightower; Perry Rosenstein, President of The human rights lawyer Michael Ratner; Puffin Foundation Ltd., the co-sponsor Democracy Now! host Amy Goodman; of the Creative Citizenship award, said educator and author Jonathan Kozol; “Benjamin Todd Jealous, President journalist and author Barbara Ehrenof the NAACP, is bringing creativity reich; professor and anti-death penalty and estimable energy to this oldest and advocate David Protess; labor activist largest civil rights organization. From Dolores Huerta; and civil rights pioneer the ballot box to the classroom, death Robert Parris Moses. row to the Supreme Court, Jealous is a A Pacific Grove native, Jealous atfront-line fighter of justice and equality, tended York School from 1986 to 1990. and a visionary who sees the interconIn September 2008, he kicked off York’s nected nature of all kinds of human “Think Forward Forum” series, addressrights struggles. Benjamin Todd Jealous ing and inspiring students, parents, and has not simply answered the call to lead, he is inspiring us. We are proud to honor the Monterey community. He is the only student from Monterey County to have him with the Puffin/Nation Prize for become a Rhodes Scholar, attributing Creative Citizenship.” his success in part to his York experiOver past two decades, Jealous has ence: “I would not have gone to the helped organize successful campaigns Ivy League, I would not have become a to abolish the death penalty for minors, Rhodes Scholar, I would not be leading stop Mississippi’s governor from turnthe largest civil rights organization in ing a historically Black university into this country, let alone in the entire world, a prison, and pass federal legislation if I hadn’t gone to York. It’s where I got against prison rape. Before joining the the confidence and the skills I use to this NAACP, his investigative journalism very day.” at the Jackson Advocate was credited
(L-R) Div. Chief Felix Colello, Div. Chief Stewart Roth, honoree Firefighter Neal Hurd, Monterey Fire Chief Andrew Miller and Monterey Mayor Chuck Dela Salla. On December 4, Monterey Mayor Chuck Dela Salla and Fire Chief Andrew Miller presented the Monterey Fire Department’s highest meritorious conduct award, the Medal of Valor, to Firefighter Neal Hurd in recognition of his bravery and courage, above and beyond the call of duty, by risking his life to save a fellow firefighter under conditions that put him at extreme personal risk. According to the citation, on
July 18, 2012, Firefighter Hurd, without hesitation, put his own life at risk to prevent a fellow firefighter from succumbing to serious burn injuries by expeditiously pulling him from a ventilation hole that was engulfed with active fire during dynamic structural firefighting roof ventilation operations. “His heroic, selfless actions most certainly prevented a fellow firefighter from receiving serious life threatening injuries,” said a fire department spokesperson.
Central Coast Senior Services CEO receives caregiver award
John O’Brien, CEO and owner of Central Coast Senior Services, is the 2012 recipient of the Invisible Disabilities Association Caregiver Honors Award. John was chosen based upon his passion and commitment to personally care for his wife and her journey with illness. This passion for people living with illness and pain also moved John to co-found Central Coast Senior Services, a home care agency which provides professional and compassionate care-giving. John brings more than 20 years of professional experience in the health care industry to his role. He is responsible for the design, promotion, and delivery of quality CCSS programs, products, and services. Overseeing more than 100 employees, John ensures that the human resources, administration, client services, and education divisions of the company operate cohesively and in accordance with current laws and regulations. A graduate of the University of California with a degree in Psychology and Psycho-biology, John has a wealth of experience in home care. Prior to establishing CCSS in 1996, he worked in leadership roles at Alliance on Aging. He has provided leadership for numerous organizations, including: Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council for Monterey County, Alzheimer’s Association Monterey County Region, Central Coast Area Health Education Center, City of Pacific Grove Housing Committee, Community Health Plan, Meals on Wheels of the Monterey Peninsula, Monterey Regional Health Development Group, Inc., Respite
Coalition of Monterey County, RotaCare Clinic of the Monterey Peninsula, Monterey Bay Geriatric Resource Center, and the Senior Living Associates Group. Currently John is vice-chair of the Board of Trustees for Natividad Medical Center; treasurer for Monterey Bay Geriatric Resource Center; a member of the Alzheimer’s Association; chair, of the RotaCare Free Clinic of the Monterey Peninsula; an executive board member of Meals on Wheels of the Monterey Peninsula; a member of the Monterey Regional Health Development Group; treasurer of the Senior Living Associates Group and chair of the Community Health Plan. Committed to his community, John is a board member and Past President of the Pacific Grove Rotary Club, and has received such honors as the Pacific Grove Chamber Entrepreneur of the Year, 2001; Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year, 2004; Alzheimer’s Association Philanthropist of the Year, 2004; and the Volunteer Center’s Community Service Award, “Outstanding Adult Volunteer,” 2004. He received a Certificate of Appreciation from the Area Agency on Aging in 2004, was recognized on National Philanthropy Day for “Outstanding Contributions” in 2005, and was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation from the Salinas Senior Center in 2006. The Invisible Disabilities Association is a national Non-Profit, that encourages, educates and connects people and organizations touched by illness, pain and disability.
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The Healthy Woman During the Holidays Jacquelyn Van Deusen-Byrd, L.Ac., Dipl. O.M.,
Modern Health on the Monterey Peninsula Today’s woman evokes images of mother and daughter, student and professional, artist and athlete, nurturer and companion. Blending traditional feminine and contemporary roles, the modern woman rises to meet and exceed today’s expectations. At just over 50 percent of the population in the United States, American women are a vital force in our society. Promoting women’s health becomes important individually and nationally , particularly as we enjoy the holiday season and all of its activity. Our definition of health may vary, so let’s consider a definition from the WHO. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), health is a state of complete physical, reproductive, mental, and social well-being, not just the absence of disease or infirmity. The WHO seems reasonable. Nutritional needs and preferences for women may vary slightly, but bone health and cardiovascular wellness are particularly important. Certainly, we know a balance of protein, dairy, fruits and vegetables, along with complex carbohydrates aid normal development and growth. However, the quality of what we eat and drink is important, particularly given today’s consumption of processed, packaged, and fast foods. An excessive intake of foods containing additives, salt, sugar, corn syrup, and hydrogenated oil may have a cumulative and detrimental effect on our health, particularly cardiovascular (according to the WHO, heart disease is the number one health risk to women). Asian food therapy and dietetics takes into consideration the health profile of a
woman, and specific needs around reproduction, menopause, and immunity. If chronic indigestion, bloating, and fatigue are presence, there may be an excess of dampness and yin in the body. If there is irritability with cold hands and feel, the Liver Qi may be stagnant and affect both digestion and mood. Using food therapy and a change in diet, we can harmonize digestion and the flow of Qi (vital energy) throughout the body. We begin to feel better, lighter, and more energetic. During the holiday season, the spices of cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, and ginger can promote warmth and energy throughout the body and dispel cold, painful arthritis. According to the National Institute for Health (NIH), calcium is needed for our heart, muscles, and nerves to function properly. Adequate calcium and mineral intake, particularly before age 30 while bone production is high, promotes bone strength. Weight-bearing exercise and a calcium-rich diet help retain bone strength and slow down age-related bone loss, particularly important for post-menopausal women who are prone to osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a skeletal disorder characterized by a reduction in bone mass and micro-architectural damage, which increases bone fragility and the risk for fracture. We can leverage Western nutrition, and follow a calcium-rich diet including cheese, yogurt, milk, sardines, dark leafy greens, fortified cereal and orange juice, soybeans, and enriched grains. Asian food therapy pays particular attention to building blood, yin, and kidney essence
to support bone health. Animal protein, Conversely, a protein and sodiumrich diet may increase calcium loss, increasing the risk of osteoporosis. For those who are lactose intolerant, or with an inadequate calcium intake, calcium supplements (combined with vitamin D3, magnesium, and trace minerals) may be helpful. Reproductive health, successful fertility, and healthy babies are important in any society, particularly as the trend towards delayed childbearing continues. Nutrition becomes vital for women postponing childbirth. Statistical evidence suggests that alcohol and caffeine decrease fertility in both women and men, while a diet containing a balanced combination of fruits and vegetables, protein, and polyun-
saturated oils promotes healthy reproduction. Nutritional supplements, including selenium, vitamin C and E, and zinc may also be beneficial. This holiday season, nourish your mind, body, and spirit for a joyful and healthy season . Jacquelyn Byrd is an acupuncturist and herbalist at Pacific Grove Acupuncture and Five Branches TCM Clinic in Santa Cruz. She also teaches Chinese Herbology at Five Branches University, San Jose. You can reach her at (831) 393-4876, or visit our website at www.pacificgroveacupuncture.com Take advantage of our new patient coupon (see page 20, this issue) in the Cedar Street Times, or visit our web site for monthly specials.
Plaza Linda offers varied live entertaiment in Carmel Valley
The lineup for live entertainment this month at Plaza Linda Restaurant & Cantina in Carmel Valley includes The Driftless, James Woolwine, Simon Lynge, Scarlett Road and Kenny Stahl. Weekend shows are 7-9 p.m.; a donation of $10 is suggested. On Friday, December 7, the Driftless will play bluegrass. James Woolwine will appear on Saturday, December 8. Scarlett Road will perform “obscure bluegrass” on Friday, December 14, and Kenny Stahl will bring a special Christmas performance on Saturday, December 15. Plaza Linda is located at 27 E. Carmel Valley Road in the Carmel Valley Village. Call 659-4229 for questions. Symon Lynge will perform a Carmel Valley house concert at 7 PM on Tuesday, December 11. Call Kiki at 235-7662 for reservations.
Peace of Mind Dog Rescue to hold adoption event at Whole Foods in Capitola
Peace of Mind Dog Rescue will hold an adoption event Sat., Dec. 15 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Whole Foods Market in Capitola. This adoption event provides an opportunity for people to come and meet some of the dogs who need new, loving homes. Peace of Mind also welcomes anyone interested in volunteering or fostering dogs to drop in and talk to current volunteers. Whole Foods is located at 1710 41st Street in Capitola. Call 601-4253 for more information.
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Arts and Events
Up and Coming Oral histories to be screened at National Steinbeck Center
The public is invited to a screening of oral histories that represent a collaboration between CSU Monterey Bay and the National Steinbeck Center. These interviews are intended to document and preserve diverse community members’ memories of agricultural Salinas, Old Town and Chinatown. At 12:30 PM on December 13, video interviews conducted by CSUMB students will be screened at the Steinbeck Center. They are part of two projects: Salinas Old Town between the Two Wars, and Latinos in Salinas and Multicultural Chinatown. The Old Town project involves interviews with Salinas old-timers on their memories of the city in the 1920s, ’30s and ’40s. These interviews will be featured at the 2013 Steinbeck Festival in early May. The theme of the festival is “home,” and it will feature programs that capture the history and heritage of Salinas. The second project involves Latinos in Chinatown and is a continuation of the Chinatown project that has been featured at the Steinbeck Center each spring for the last three years. (Those three exhibits featured the Chinese, Japanese and Filipino communities in Chinatown.) It focuses on families who settled in Salinas before World War II or who came with the Bracero program in the 1940s and ’50s. The event is free, but reservations are requested and can be made by contacting Elizabeth Welden-Smith at Elizabeth@steinbeck.org or 775-4728. The center is located at One Main St., Salinas.
“I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” a musical coming to First Presbyterian Church
A musical will be performed at First Presbyterian Church of Monterey on Fri., Dec. 7 and Sat., Dec. 8 at 7:30 p.m. A final matinee performance will be on Sun., Dec. 9 at 2:00 p.m. Admission is free, but donations will be accepted and child care is provided. Reservations are recommended. Call 831.373.3031. “I’ll Be Home For Christmas”, a musical about family and hope in the “Golden Days of Radio,” takes place during 10 days in December, 1941. It is a heart-warming story of a family and their love of radio. They experience the joys and trials of a family trying to make sense of the Christmas season when worldwide war appears to be “just around the corner.” All ages will enjoy the jazzy sounds of the big band era, punctuated with music based on familiar Christmas carols.
Zmak Creative Holiday Open Studio helps animals of AFRP
Zmak Creative Studio will hold a special one-day sale to benefit Animal Friends Rescue Project in Pacific Grove on Sunday, December 9 from 11 a.m. until 4 PM The sale will offer fine art photography by Steve Zmak and handcrafted jewelry by Tina Zmak. Also featured will be limited and numbered edition photographs, lithograph prints, note cards, “A Year in the Vineyard” books, a preview of the Alaska exhibit and more. Earrings, necklaces and wine charms created with gemstones, cultured freshwater pearls and crystals will also be available. Most items, including lithographs, note cards, earrings and wine charms, are priced at $15 or less. Ten percent of all proceeds from the event will be donated to AFRP. Zmak Creative is located at 3200 Crescent Avenue, Marina. Admission is free. See www.stevezmak.com (photography) or www. zmakcreative.com/elementz (jewelry) or call 883-4459.
Writers’ open mic set for Dec. 20
The Holiday Writers’ Open Mic event will be held Thursday, December 20 at the East Village Coffee Lounge at 498 Washington St. in Monterey at 5:30-7:30 p..m. Writers’ Open Mic is a monthly event open to the public every third Thursday. Anyone can come early and sign up for a five to seven minute reading from any genre: prose, screenplay, poetry or essay. The open mic session follows 15-20 minutes from a featured published reader. December’s featured reader, Barbara Chamberlain, will be reading from her latest mystery novel, “Slash and Turn,” the second book in the Jaden Steele Carmel Mystery Series. Barbara, who previously worked at Harrison Memorial Library in Carmel, conceived the idea for the Jaden Steele Mysteries while taking walks through the village. In a nutshell, the residents of Dolores Court in Carmel-By-The-Sea are thrilled to be invited to the opening night performance of the “Nutcracker” by the Russian Kurloff Ballet Company. The premiere night turns to terror when the director of the company is murdered backstage. A killer is stalking company members and Jaden Steele fears that the murderer used a knife stolen from her cutlery store, A Slice of Carmel. She must find the murderer in the shadows. Barbara has published many short stories. Recently, her story “Mall Santa” was included in the Harlequin collection, “A Miracle Under the Christmas Tree.” She is a professional storyteller and president of the Northern California division of the National League of American Pen Women. “A Slice of Carmel” has been reviewed in The National Pen women Magazine. In 2009 Barbara’s story for youth, “A Bowl of Rice,” won first place in a Writer’s Digest Competition. Her juvenile historicals, “The Prisoner’s Sword” and “Ride the West Wind,” based on Quakers coming to America, were named recommended reading by the National Council of Teachers of English. Interested listeners are always welcome. For questions, contact phanson@csumb. edu, or call �601-9195.
Art Center Patrons’ Show drawing Dec. 9
The Pacific Grove Art Center’s Annual Fundraising Exhibition, the Patrons’ Show, will be held Sunday, December 9 at 2 p.m. at the Center at 568 Lighthouse Ave. The show will feature donations of fine art that will be awarded to ticket holders. The number of tickets sold will be equal to the number of pieces donated to ensure that each ticket holder will win a piece of original art. Ticket sales are in progress and continue during the Center’s office hours until the day of the drawing. Tickets are $50 for members and $75 for non-members. Included will be oils, watercolors, photography, fabric art and more. Ticket holders must be present to win. See www.pgartcenter.org for more information or call 375.2208
Sounds of the Season!
Monterey Peninsula Voices’ Concert Monterey Peninsula Voices, formerly the Monterey Peninsula Choral Society, presents their annual winter concert, Sounds of the Season!, featuring a program of humorous holiday songs; stirring, moving pieces; and finishing with a grand and exciting song. The concert is set for Dec. 18 at 8:00 p.m. at the Sunset Center, San Carlos at 9th Avenue, Carmel. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for children 16 and under. They may be purchased online through Sunset Center Box Office or by calling 831 601-8577. www.sunsetcenter. org. For more information call 831 6590436. Sean Boulware, conductor, describes the concert: “The music from our upcoming holiday concert, “Sounds of the
Season” is filled with so many different feelings and moods. The focus of this concert honors holiday traditions as well as entering into some new music that will set the mood for an amazing holiday season. We hope to unite our community in song and spirit and usher in the music and feelings we all cherish this time of the year.” The program includes humor: “She Goes Shopping for Gucci” and “The 12 Days After Christmas” as well as stirring and thought provoking music: “All My Heart, On This Night Rejoices!” by Z. Randall Stroop. The stunning and exciting: “Gloria” by John Rutter with brass and percussion. There is something for everyone to love. These are the “Sounds of the Season!”
Holiday songs and stories to be presented in Carmel
The public is invited to celebrate this holiday season in song and story on Sun., Dec. 16, at 2 p.m., at Carmel’s Indoor Forest Theatre, located at the corner of Santa Rita and Mountain View. This lively and uplifting show features Christmas songs and carols sung by Mary Lee Sunseri. Joining her will be classical harpist Lynda Jardine playing traditional songs. Renowned bard Taelen Thomas will perform Dylan Thomas’s masterpiece, “A Child’s Christmas in Wales,” along with stirring tellings of the true stories behind other Holiday classics. This event is co-produced by Pacific Repertory Theatre. Admission is $10.
Is gluten making you sick?
On Sunday, December 9 from 3-5 p.m., The Works hosts local experts on the topic of wheat and gluten: Are they contributing to your headaches, weight gain, bloating, osteoporosis, and fatigue? Wild Coast Foods will present samples of gourmet glutenfree foods. Professor Francesca Ferrari, licensed acupuncturist, will share information on hidden health issues associated with gluten intolerance. The Works is located at 667 Lighthouse Ave. Admission to the event is free. Call 372-2242 for more information.
Monterey Library to host integrative medicine talk Dec. 10
Dr. Bill Benda will speak on “Integrative Medicine 2012 − Where Have We Come over the Last 10 Years?” at the Monterey Public Library, on Monday, December 10, 6 - 7:30 p.m., in the Library Community Room. Health care has changed dramatically over the past decade, and so has the alternative/holistic/integrative arena. Therapies, research, education, and business are now mainstream, along with the political pressures being mainstream brings. Learn how to navigate the maze of marketing and hype of alternative/ integrative medicine and choose the path appropriate for your individual needs. This lecture is part of “The Next Chapter: Designing Your Ideal Life” lecture series which covers health and well-being, planning for the future, following one’s spirit and other interesting topics for the second half of life. This program series is sponsored by the Friends of the Monterey Public Library and the Monterey Public Library Endowment Committee. Adults are invited to attend and admission is free. Seating reservations are required. Call 646-5632 or email thelongchu@ci.monterey.ca.us. The Monterey Public Library is located at 625 Pacific Street, Monterey.
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Advent Underwood Tom Stevens
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Letters Kudos on streetlights and on forest restoration project Editor:
Among the 24 images on the Trader Joe’s advent calendar this year is a classic Underwood typewriter, the icon for Dec. 15. It stands out from its colorful yuletide neighbors because it is coal black, the only color in which the sober, sensible Underwood No. 5 came. I recognize the model because I worked for several poorly capitalized little newspapers back in the pre-computer era. Their equipment plan – and a sober, sensible one it was – dictated that if something worked well, keep on using it. And so we did – for years. Each time I was hired by a paper and shown my new work station, an Underwood sat on the desk. From the surrounding debris pattern of cigarette burns, coffee spills, ink stains and eraser dust, it was clear the machine hadn’t moved in years. Anyone who has tried to lift one will understand why. The Underwood No. 5 is the grand sumotori of typewriters. While I didn’t actually use one until my mid-20s, I had seen Underwoods on the silver screen for years. They populated every vintage newspaper movie from the 1920s onward and provided the clattery soundtrack for cheerful Hollywood newsrooms. But when I finally confronted an Underwood, it made several impressions. As I drew up my cub reporter’s creaky swivel chair, the tall black machine seemed to loom over me. I was 23, perhaps half the typewriter’s age. With its lofty frame and cantilevered Victorian architecture, the Underwood seemed as darkly mysterious as some Dickensian widow’s mansion. From where I sat, I could imagine a ghostly Miss Havisham peering palely from some hidden recess. But once I started typing, I realized the No. 5 was a mechanism for the rapid and efficient transfer of information onto paper. Its four tiers of keys and “single shift” levers put all 84 characters within easy reach of the typist’s nimble fingers. As each key was struck, a slender steel arm would snap out onto an inked ribbon that traveled between two spools, stamping a sharp, clean character onto the paper beneath the ribbon. The springy keys would snap back just as swiftly, readying the paper for the next strike. A well-oiled, well-maintained No. 5 was so tensile and responsive it made typing fun. At one point, I get up to 75 words a minute, but I was humbled by the sports editor. He could do 140 a minute. When he hit his stride, the individual keystrokes blended, and his Underwood sounded like a sewing machine. Even at lower velocities, the Underwood seemed a marvelous throwback to the Age of Steam. It was a sort of literary locomotive, its carriage rolling on metal tracks, the keys clicking and clattering, the carriage return banging, the bell chiming, the shift lever thumping, and a slender black train of sentences lengthening across the page. I don’t mean to give the impression the Underwood produced faultless copy. It was only a machine, after all, in a time before machines were self-correcting. At the small dailies where I and my colleagues toiled, speed usually trumped spelling. Thus, we used carbon paper to produce two copies of everything. The “carbon” was a strong but tissue-thin paper heavily inked on one side. When properly inserted between two sheets of typing paper, the carbon would produce a blue ghost of the original. This gave the reporter a slightly smeary copy for the records, while the better version went to “mark up.” This marking up was the job of chain-smoking editors who kept pints of whiskey in their desks. While we reporters hastened to our next stories, the editors would slash their stubby number one pencils across the mess they had just been handed. Working at light speed, the editors covered each page with secret glyphic symbols – arrows, squiggles, circles, carets, re-spellings and other corrective marginalia. These heavily annotated pages would next be snatched up by a “copy boy” or “copy girl” for speedy delivery to the “type cutters.” These ancient worthies plied “linotype” machines so massive and complex they made the Underwood seem rudimentary. Feeding soft “slugs” into their machines, they would ply their keyboards to fashion metallic letters, numbers and punctuation that clinked into wooden racks and boxes to create wording. The next stop would be the “compositors,” an even more druidic group whose specialty was assembling the many racks of cut type into pages that could be locked into flats for the press gang. Because the press would reverse and invert the type, the compositors had to be able to compose and read the pages backwards and upside down. Leonardo da Vinci would have made a good compositor. In closing, I would be remiss if I failed to mention the 14-ton Underwood created for the 1939 New York World’s Fair. A lovely model sat atop every key.
Rotary to hear Museum director The Pacific Grove Rotary Club will have as speaker on Dec. 11, Lori Mannel, Executive Director, Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History. The meeting is at The Inn at Spanish Bay in Pebble Beach, at 12:00 noon. Lunch is $20 and reservations may be made by calling Jane Roland at 649-0657
“Seeing Pacific Grove in a new light” (Vol. V, No. 11; November 30, 2012) about the installation of more efficient street lighting in Pacific Grove highlights one more step the city is taking in the direction of greater sustainability. We applaud the city for going that route. Another point of interest relates to the resulting savings the city will realize with the new lighting. This should please all taxpayers in Pacific Grove, who like to see their tax dollars pay for essential services rather than for wasted energy. It shows also that “green practices” and economic benefits go hand in hand. In this light (no pun intended!), we hope more energy efficient lights will be installed on a larger scale throughout the city. It is worth mentioning that the adoption of more energy efficient lighting exemplifies the implementation of Action 5 of the US Mayors Climate Protection Agreement endorsed by the city. Energy savings means lower CO2 emissions, which is at the heart of the goals set by the Agreement. To Al Saxe: I was delighted to read the article in the Cedar Street Times about your forest restoration project in Pacific Grove. What a worthwhile cause to involve our local youth with. I am glad to see that additional funds have been made available in support of your work. You and your students will like to know that your restoration project helps the city meet one of the Actions (#11) proposed by the US Mayors Climate Protection Agreement adopted by the city in October 2006. We all know the importance of trees for the absorption of CO2 and how they contribute to mitigating the carbon emissions. Sustainable Pacific Grove (SPG) is the local group dedicated to helping our community transition to more sustainable practices and who promotes projects that build community and make us more resilient as we are confronted with the environmental and economic impact resulting from climate change and the depletion of our non-renewable natural resources. Please check us out at www.sustainablepg.org . Thank you for your dedication and your great work improving Pacific Grove’s tree canopy, for the benefit of us all. Denyse Frischmuth SPG co-chair
First Night buttons now on sale First Night Monterey admission buttons are now on sale. Buying a button supports the celebration and directly supports performers fees. A button provides entrance to all indoor performances. Buttons may be purchased in advance at a reduced price. FNM is a festive New Year’s Eve community arts celebration designed for the pleasure and entertainment of all ages. The streets of historic downtown Monterey are transformed into a festive setting featuring an array of displays, food and performances by musicians, dancers, singers, poets, and other entertaining artisans. Music styles offer a wide selection of classical, folk, jazz, salsa, reggae, rock and world music, with many featured groups performing at more than 22 indoor and outdoor venues. Buttons may be purchased at all Monterey County Safeway Stores, Walgreens in downtown Monterey, Seaside and Marina, Nob Hill Foods in Monterey and Salinas, The Works in Pacific Grove, the Monterey Museum of Art, and online at www.firstnightmonterey.org. Through December 8 prices are $15 for adults and $10 for youth. From December 9-30, prices are $20 for adults and $12 for youth. There is an online special through December 29. (Prices are available on line.) On December 31 adult tickets will be $22 and youth tickets will be $15. Children five and under are free. The Serra Ballroom in the conference center is a dedicated dance venue in the evening with the energized sounds of California Cowboys followed by Fire in
the Hamptons, an alternative Indie pop group, who will fire us into the New Year. Carleton Hall’s sanctuary will be filled with classical and jazz performances featuring the MC Symphony Brass Quartet, and the I Cantori di Carmel, an a capella ensemble group, Trio Amanha, featuring the sounds of bossa nova, samba and Brazilian jazz. The Golden State Theater comes alive with the perennial FNM favorites, The Black Irish Band and Red Beans and Rice, who will bring us into the New Year. And so much more from 3 PM until midnight. The First Night opening ceremony begins at 3 p.m. with two hours of drumming, puppetry and art activities at Colton Lawn on Pacific Street. Interactive art activities, non-stop entertainment and activities are offered until midnight. At 5:30 PM the Twilight Procession travels through downtown and features various costumed performers, floats, drill and dance teams, bands, street musicians, stilt walkers and other celebrants. First Night is an alcohol-free community arts event. A complete performance schedule will be posted on the FNM Web site, www. firstnightmonterey.org. Monterey-Salinas Transit offers free transit from all locations to the event for all who wear a First Night Admission Button, from 2 p.m. to 1 a.m. Park and Ride at the Del Monte Center offers free off-site parking and MST shuttles run every 10 minutes from this location. For further information, call 373-4778, or visit www. firstnightmonterey.org.
Internationally acclaimed mariachi group celebrates in “Music for the Millennium”
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ever it has to be well tuned, arranged, and composed. But, above all, it has to be well performed. Therefore, musical education is essential for our Mexican music to be respected across the world.” Popular holiday songs, lively mariachi favorites, and original compositions by José Hernández have been adapted by this Mariachi ensemble. Mr. Hernández is respected for his eclectic musical inspirations, ranging from Leonard Bernstein to Glenn Miller to José Alfredo Jimenez. Event sponsors will enjoy a black-tie dinner and VIP reception prior to the performance, at which several celebrity guests, including internationally acclaimed author and playwright, Luis Valdez, will be present. Musicians will be available after the performance to meet with audience members and participate in a private post-performance gathering for sponsors and special guests. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities by calling 596-0351. Tickets are on sale now and priced at $50, $75 and $100. Visit www.MCAETFoundation.org or call (800) 838-3006. Spanish speakers are available.
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Mirth’O’Matics get stardust in their sight The Mirth’O’Matics improv troupe will make its first appearance at the Stardust Playhouse in Monterey on Fri., Dec. 7. It’ll be an evening of improvised comedy as the Mirthers turn audience suggestions into hilarious scenes and theater games made up on the spot. The Mirthers are one of two short form improv troupes on the Peninsula, a style made popular for television audiences by Whose Line Is It Anyway? Games run from three to five minutes challenging the actors to achieve certain objectives, such as “Box,” a game in which the actors are required to be in two different scenes as the game unfolds. The game also includes dubbing in which one actor simply mouths lines while the other speaks. Often improvisational singing is added to the game as well. “It’s a fast paced and upbeat format with lots of audience interaction,” said troupe director Gerry Orton. The Stardust Playhouse is located at 2115 Fremont Ave. in Monterey. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased on line at stardustplayhousemonterey.com, or at the door 30 minutes prior to show time. The show begins at 8 p.m. Individuals may also call 402-8940 for more information.
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Mariachi Ambassadors Sol de México de José Hernández have history as rich and colorful as mariachi music itself. A proud fifth generation mariachi musician, Maestro Hernández’ roots trace back to 1879 to the birthplace of mariachi, the state of Jalisco, México. Since he founded his Mariachi Sol deMéxico in1981, José Hernández has gone on to break countless barriers in the world of mariachi music and is recognized as having turned the genre into the international sensation it is today. Mr. Hernández is the first mariachi musician to have arranged, composed and conducted for numerous international symphony orchestras. Mariachi Sol de México are an undeniable institution in the world of mariachi music, and continue to leave an incredible legacy through many of their recordings as well as their contributions to Hollywood, including film scores for “Sea Biscuit,” “Old Gringo,” “American Me,” “Don Juan de Marco,” “A Million to Juan,” “Glory Road,” “Beverly Hills Chihuahua,” and, most recently, “Rango.” It has been well documented throughout the mariachi world that José Hernández and his Mariachi Sol de México are not only responsible for setting a new standard for all mariachi groups today, but also for immortalizing this wonderful, passionate music.
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The Media Center for Art, Education and Technology Foundation will honor the multi-cultural heritage of the central coast region by exploring the diverse musical traditions of Mexico on Saturday, December 8. The concert, “Music for the Millennium,” will be presented at the Steinbeck Institute for Arts and Culture at Sherwood Hall in Salinas. This gala performance features internationally acclaimed Mariachi Ambassadors Sol de México de José Hernández. “This special engagement is a great opportunity to offer Monterey County residents a most enjoyable, rich, and accessible musical experience,” said Phil Esparza, Interim President of the MCAET Foundation. “In this concert the passion of the Mariachi is tribute to the rich heritage of Mexico. It’s a cultural experience you cannot get in big cities at this affordable price.” The event will benefit student programs in Monterey County through the Media Center for Art, Education and Technology, including the new Millennium Charter High School, which opens to freshmen and sophomores next fall. MCAET is a program of the Monterey County Office of Education, offering student programs that provide youth with the skills and education alternatives they need to make positive life choices. Programs enhance critical thinking, creativity, imagination, problem-solving, and leadership. All proceeds raised through this musical extravaganza benefit Monterey County students. “‘Music for the Millennium’ raises awareness of the critical programs that the MCAET Foundation supports countywide,” explained Esparza. “However, this concert is also an opportunity to expose Monterey audiences to the diverse musical rhythms of Mexico such as bolero, ballads, son, and ranchero as it has been successfully presented by Mariachi Sol de México across the world. This kaleidoscope of sounds brings arts education to a new level in Monterey County. It’s an opportunity to reach out to the community and underscore the importance of maintaining arts in our schools.” Deeply committed to musical education for youth, José Hernández dedicates much of his time and efforts providing workshops and music instruction to youth with the conviction that music provides youth with a strong sense of accomplishment and self esteem. Hernández states, “Mariachi music is passionate and joyous. How-
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Chef Marc Jones: Pairing Monterey Bistro with love Fruit salad with vinaigrette, Salmon en papillote, Pumpkin Souffle
I enjoy food and wine pairings immensely. I have had the great pleasure of working with some of the best chefs of Monterey County to Los Angeles, serving from four course small plates to six course four-hour dinners. I’m fortunate enough to be able to taste the food and know which wine to pair it with. It truly is amazing when you find the right combination -- food and wine alone are great but the correct pairing is magnificent. I love showing and sharing people this aspect of my life. So today I like to share three recipes from Chef Marc Jones. We came up with a three course pairing that you can do at home. We’ll start off with a fruit salad with mixed greens. Marc tries to use local produce and other local ingredients whenever possible. Chef Marc recently opened Bistro Monterey located within the Hotel Abrego. The hotel went through a complete transformation from the ground up. It’s a new property with a historic feel. The restaurant seats about 50 and is open daily for breakfast and dinner. We paired the salad with the Otter Cove Chardonnay. It’s a very nice way to start your dining experience. Fruit salad with an apple cinnamon vinaigrette 1 bag of Salinas mixed green 1 tablespoon of apple vinegar ¼ cup of olive oil 10ea cherry tomatoes sliced ½ teaspoon of minced garlic ½ teaspoon of cinnamon Salt n pepper ½ Granny Smith apple sliced or cubed 3 ea sliced strawberries or other fruit (handful) ¼ cup shaved Parmesan Method Slice apple and keep in a can of 7up or Sprite and put to the side. The soda will preserve the color of the apple until serving. In large mixing bowl whisk apple vinegar, oil, garlic, cinnamon and a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss dressing
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with greens, add fruits. Makes 6 servings. Enjoy! The second course is a baked salmon paired with Otter Cove Pinot Noir. It’s baked in parchment paper, which seals in the juiciness and flavors of the salmon. It’s a great way to keep the salmon moist so it doesn’t dry out. Salmon en papillote with basil oil 1 salmon filet 2 cups of fresh veggies (small veggies like sliced carrots, asparagus, cherry tomatoes, sliced Brussels sprouts) ½ cup of fresh basil 1 small cube of butter 1 tablespoon of extra virgin oil Salt n pepper to taste 1 piece of parchment paper ½ sheet pan size Method Preheat oven to 350°. Place parchment lengthwise on a cutting board. Place veggies equivalent to size of salmon filet on the parchment paper about 1/3 up on the parchment paper. This will act as a bed for the salmon. Place the filet on the veggies. For the basil Fruit salad with an apple cinnamon vinaigrette oil puree the basil and oil
pumpkin mix and place equally into bowls. Last, add the remainder of the egg whites to the top of the cups. Place on a sheet pan and bake for 30 minutes. Do not open the oven to check! Check at exactly 30 minutes and if they have risen and are lightly browned on the top remove and eat right away. A little more about Bistro Monterey: Chef Marc’s menu will change seasonally and he feels this should be an industry standard and not a trend. He uses what is available in the produce and seafood world currently. He will not ask for ingredients from his suppliers to build a menu but ask what is in abundance from the local land and sea to determine what his menu will be that day, week or month. It will always be three to five appetizers, entrees and desserts to choose from at any given time due to the size of his kitchen. The menu will reflect a variety of feelings such as fun, seriousness, nostalgia, sarcasm, comfort and responsibility. Marc gets his inspiration from talking to the guests and seeing what they enjoy, flavors we remembered as a child and combinations that seem crazy but work. It’s a labor of love for sure. The staff is very caring and Marc works hard to make sure they have time for their families as well. For example, on Thanksgiving all of his servers and kitchen team were scheduled so they could have their Thanksgiving dinner before or after their shift with their family. In addition, they did a special dinner for employees and their families in their private dining room that day. He definitely wants you to be part of their family and therefore the dining experience should feel like you are sitting at the Chef’s table at any table in the dining room. Marc and his staff look forward to meeting you soon. Beer and wine are available now, however, a full bar is coming shortly. They are open seven days a week for breakfast and dinner. Seasonal poolside menu, offsite catering, cooking classes, and a private dining room are also available. Bistro Monterey is located in the Hotel Abrego, 755 Abrego St. Monterey, CA 93940. Call 831-372-7551 for reservations.
in a mixer or use an emulsion blender. The longer the oil sits the better it gets. You can make the oil the day before. Place the cube of butter on the filet and drizzle the basil oil over the top. Add a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Fold the parchment paper once from the bottom over the salmon and veggies so the top corners of the paper meet. Next, fold the paper from the left or right at an angle so the first fold goes along the meat and veggies at a right angle. Keep folding about a half-inch all the way around and fold the parchment paper under at the other end. The final product should look like a calzone. Make sure you have a tight fold. Place the papillote on a sheet pan and bake for 8-12 minutes. When the bag looks like a blowfish it is ready. Place on a plate, carefully slice open lengthwise and enjoy! The third course is the pumpkin soufflé paired with Maestral Wein der Eisbox, Riesling, Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey County. It’s basically ice wine — first of its kind from the Santa Lucia Highlands. It is a classic-styled wine made from Alsatian and German Riesling from the Santa Lucia Highlands. It is a single vineyard from Tondre Grapefields. It has riped peaches and honey on the nose. You’ll get peaches, apricots, honeysuckle, bright acid with a nice long syrupy finish. The residual sugar is 21.3 percent so it’s a very sweet wine. It is considered ice wine when the grapes are picked frozen from the vines. Since it doesn’t get that cold in Santa Lucia Highlands, Dan Tudor, Winemaker, freezes them post harvest. They were picked when the grapes reached 27.6 percent sugar. Typically only healthy enough grapes survive later in the year to freeze on the vine. This is what gives ice wine that refreshing sweetness balanced by high acidity characteristic. The sugars don’t freeze but the water content in the grapes do. This allows for more concentrated grape must to be pressed off which results in smaller more intense very sweet wine. Ice wines: It’s a great pairing with heavier desserts. Pumpkin Soufflé 3 egg whites 1 cup of pumpkin puree 2 teaspoons of cinnamon ½ cup of brown sugar 1 teaspoon of nutmeg 2 egg yolk 1 teaspoon cream of Tatar Half cup of cream 1/3 teaspoon of pumpkin spice Pumpkin soufflé Method Preheat oven to 400°. Butter or oil four oven safe cups. Coffee cups work fine or equivalent If you have any suggestions or comsize baking cups, set aside. Use dry mixing ments, please email me at: Richard@ bowl and whisk egg whites, pumpkin spice ottercovewines.com and tartar until eggs are stiff and peak. Cheers! In another bowl mix cinnamon, sugar, pumpkin puree, nutmeg, cream and egg yolks. Fold 1/3 of the egg whites into the
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Sports and Leisure
Breakers basketball off to a slow start
Breaker Classic this weekend
From @BreakerBball: At the half of the game with Seaside Spartans, the Spartans had the lead, 33 to 11. The Spartans started out with a three pointer, then a two pointer leaving the breakers behind 5-0. One minute into the first quarter, the Breakers scored their first two points. The Breakers then failed to score for about 2 1/2 minutes allowing the Spartans to score 12. Then in the second quarter, the Spartans did not allow the Breakers to score for 5 minutes and 6 seconds, while they scored 11. The end result saw Seaside High Spartans winning 64-21 in its season-opening non-league game at Seaside. Berly Bajaras had five points and Luke Lowell four to lead the Breakers (0-2). Pacific Grove hosts Colfax Friday, Dec. 7 at 8 p.m. in the Breaker Classic. For more on the Breakers as they play stay posted and for more updates follow them on Twitter @BreakerBball
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At Monterey Regional Parks this weekend The Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District’s (mprpd.org) has scheduled a pair of outdoor nature programs within the next week. One is a photography journey through the back roads of Monterey and San Benito counties, and the other is an evening at Garland Park watching the Geminid Meteor Shower. Details follow. To learn out about all activities offered by the Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District, see its Let’s Go Outdoors! fall/winter guide or go to mprpd.org. • Roads Less Traveled Explore little-known back roads of Monterey and San Benito counties for outstanding scenery and photographic opportunities. With an emphasis on composition and learning to “see,” develop your artistic vision and enhance your photographic skills. Receive individual coaching and feedback in the field. Pre-registration is required. Instructor: David J. Gubernick. Ages 18 and up, Sat., Dec. 8, 9:30 a.m.- 5 p.m., East Carmel Valley, $149 (district resident), $164 (non-district resident). • Geminid Meteor Shower (free) Considered by many the best, most reliable meteor shower of the year, this celestial event can produce up to 120 multicolored meteors per hour at is peak. On this night, the new moon guarantees a dark sky for an out-of-this-world show. Rain, fog or cloud cover cancels event. Please pre-register at mprpd.org. Instructors: MPRPD staff. All ages, minors must be accompanied by an adult, Thurs., Dec. 13, 6 p.m.-8 p.m., Garland Park, 700 W. Carmel Valley Road, free. • To register online, go to mprpd.org and register with Visa, MasterCard or Discover. Walk-in pre-registration is accepted Tuesday-Friday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the MPRPD office, 60 Garden Court, Suite 325, Monterey (checks, money orders and credit cards accepted). Pre-registration is required for all fee-based classes and is strongly recommended for all free programs. No day-of-registration for fee-based programs will be accepted. For more information, please call Joseph at 372-3196, ext. 102, or send an e-mail to narvaez@mprpd.org.
Golf Tips
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Save the Pool Campaign Update
The Fundraising campaign to “Save the Pool” at Lovers Point reports: • 147 individual donors (from 18 cities and 3 states), contributed a total of $31,413.05. • Two local service clubs -- PG Youth Action and Marina Motorsports, Inc. --have donated a total of $5,000. • Our Grand Total (deposited) is $33,971.65. • We have also been awarded a $40,000 matching Grant from the Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District. (Please thank your representatives at the MPRPD) Thus, we are almost a quarter of the way to our goal! Please remind your friends and family that all donations are tax deductible and can be addressed to the City of Pacific Grove – Save the Pool Campaign and they can contribute by visiting http://www.ci.pg.ca.us/savethepool
Save The Pool Campaign Total is now $36,413.05
Prioritize your practice
I just returned home from the Bay Area Golf Show where I had a chance to see some old friends and make some new ones. I had a chance to speak on the main stage as a guest speaker and some of the questions I received from the audience were the best I have heard. One man asked about his three wood, and another asked about the sand trap. This made me realize we all have an issue with certain parts of the golf game. So here is the tip of the week: Make sure you take enough time to practice all parts of your golf game, but spend a lot of time with the main problem area. That way you can get the confidence you need to play better golf.
Times • December 7, 2012 Holiday excursion train departs from Santa Cruz Page 14 • CEDAR STREET
For the first time in more than 50 years passenger train service returned to Santa Cruz when Santa Cruz & Monterey Bay Railway unveiled its newest holiday train ride called “The Train to Christmas Town.” The excursion train is based on the recently published holiday book, “The Train to Christmas Town,” which tells the tale of a young girl’s journey to trust in the magic of Christmas through the support of family, friends and a host of characters including a cuddly polar bear named “Bumblebee,” a cat named “Zephyr,” birds, a squirrel, elves and, of course, Santa Claus. During the hour-long ride that departs from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and travels to Christmas Town, passengers will hear a retelling of the story of young Janice and her brother Paul. Along the way passengers are served refreshments, talk with characters from the book and listen to a new musical score created specifically for the event by four-time Grammy nominated band Trout Fishing in America. When the train arrives at Christmas Town, Santa and his elves climb on board, talk with the children, sing Christmas carols and present each child with a special gift.
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“We’re thrilled to launch The Train to Christmas Town in Santa Cruz,” said Iowa Pacific President Ed Ellis. “We operate holiday trains around the US and UK and find parents and grandparents enjoy the experience just as much as the kids. It will become a family holiday tradition.” Each child receives a copy of the book, “The Train to Christmas Town,” and all passengers receive hot cocoa, gingerbread cookies, a candy cane, a gift from Santa and a ticket for one of three free games at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. A gift shop is located at the Boardwalk and parking is available for $6 per vehicle in the Beach Boardwalk parking lots across from the departure platform. The Train to Christmas Town is operated by the new Santa Cruz & Monterey Bay Railway and will run through January 6 with several departures five days per week. Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased online at TrainToChristmasTown.com or by phone at 888-978-5562. Tickets are $25 for children, ages two to12, and $35 for ages 13-adult. Children under two are free when riding on an adult’s lap.
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Puzzle #12
Born in San Francisco
Jane Roland
Animal Tales and Other Random Thoughts
Thanksgiving or Pass the Plunger, Please –A Look Back at Last Year Thanksgiving is a time to be grateful for our blessings and a neighborhood plumber. It never seems to fail that this time of year creates an abundance of unwanted sludge in the systems (all systems). The first indication we had that something was amiss: “Jane, I heard a blubber in the toilet when the washing machine was emptying”. As our daughter and her family were arriving the next morning, there was a dinner for 13 the day after; it seemed prudent to call our friend, Tom, of Easy Drain Cleaning, who lives up the street. He arrived the next morning and $65 later the pipes were clear. That night he was back when the kitchen sink backed up. He snaked it out and all seemed to be well again. There is a happy tale to go with the frustration. Jennie, Jason, Cora and Lydia had arrived during the first plumbing incident. Jason leapt in and started to cook. He prepared everything that wasn’t brought by others. My friend Vicki dropped by with a special pumpkin dessert. The next morning as the turkey was being embellished, the sink backed up again. This time John removed pipes and cleaned them out; and he and Jason had water running smoothly. The turkey was cooking, the football games were humming and guests arrived: our son Jay, with his wife Denise, and two boys (young men) Justin and Spencer, Lydia Criley and her granddaughter Thea, and Sarah, a darling friend. The food was fabulous, the company happy, wine flowed, the atmosphere mellow. We toasted those who were with us, those who were not, and those who had gone before. Jay went out to start the monumental clean up. (You all know what that means. On such a day dishes and cookware piled to the ceiling.) And, you guessed it, the sink backed up. This time it was Jay to the rescue, again removing pipes and reaming out. The problem was once again resolved. All the dirty items were washed and many stored away. The day ended with thanks that we were not looking forward to getting
up to clean up the next morning.. Instead we took the little girls to My Museum and lunch at Turtle Bay (after the requisite visit to the AFRP Treasure Shop, which they hadn’t seen). It was a relaxed day. That night Rod and Sue Dewar arrived for turkey sandwiches. “Uncle Sue” cuddled with the girls and Lilah, the dachshund, and we all watched “The Lion King.” The next morning we went to Pt. Pinos Grill for a wonderful breakfast. The family from Denver headed for San Francisco to visit with old friends prior to returning home, and we went home to return the house to normal. It was a visit we will remember with pleasure. There is always a tinge of sadness connected with such visits. Cora will be five in January, Lydia two. When we next see them they will have changed a lot. I just want to bottle them up as I have wanted with all of my little grandchildren when they are at the magical age, full of love and joy. I manage The AFRP Treasure Shop in Pacific Grove. I am truly thankful for the opportunity to support such a great organization and work with caring, wonderful folk. Help us reach our goal of raising $75,000 for the animals at our 15th Holiday Fundraiser on December 8, at the Monterey Beach Resort. There will be auction items such as timeshares, weekend getaway packages, gift certificates for restaurants, shops, hotels or spas and more. We are also seeking wine donations for our exciting “Instant Wine Cellar” drawing. Donate a bottle from your favorite wine shop or from your private collection. (Minimum retail value $15 please.) Drop your donation off at the AFRP Adoption Center in Pacific Grove. Don’t forget the shop’s annual Holiday Open House tonight from 5 – 7 and running through the weekend. Jane Roland may be contacted at the Treasure Shop 333-0491 or gcr770@ aol.com
Services for Nancy Shammas, friend and fellow Rotarian
My friend and fellow Rotarian, Nancy Shammas, died last week. Her passing is a great loss for all of us her life was a blessing, she did so much for everyone. God bless you, Nancy, fly with the angels. The memorial service is at 11:00 AM on Friday, December 7 at St. Angela's Church in Pacific Grove.
There’s more to do than run or walk at Jingle Bell Run/Walk
Only 10 more days until the Jingle Bell Run/Walk. Online registration closes December 5. Those who have registered have the option of avoiding long registration race day lines by picking up their bibs at the Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce visitors’ center, 100 Central Ave. in Pacific Grove (across from Nob Hill). The Jingle Bell Run/Walk is a fundraising event that benefits those who have arthritis. There is a 5K timed run/fun walk, as well as an 1K Elf Run for kids. Santa will be there along with MY Museum, and holiday kids activities in the park. The Ask A Doc booth provides participants with the opportunity to ask arthritis related questions to our expert panel of health professionals; Christopher Meckel,
MD, Susie Suh, MD Amy Dore, DPT. For more information and to register please visit: www.jinglebellrunpacgrove. kintera.org or email afallon@arthritis.org – 831-620-1699 Special thanks to Jingle Bell Run/ Walk National Sponsor Abbott, and to sponsors; Treadmill, Central Coast Senior Services, Alliance Home Health, Victory Dealership, Nova Medical Equipment, VNA & Hospice, Wells Fargo, Peninsula Wellness Center, Pebble Beach Company, UCB, Whole Foods, The Herald, Cedar Street Times, Culligan, KION, KWAV, 97.9 ESPN FM, 630 ESPN AM, Springer Construction, Pacific Grove Chamber, Peet’s Coffee & the Mission Ranch.
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Monterey Library annual book sale
The Friends of the Monterey Public Library will hold their annual Giant Used Book Sale on Sat., Dec. 1, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., in the Library Community Room. There will be a members-only preview sale on Friday, Nov. 30, from 3 - 5 p.m. Non-members are welcome to join at the door. Choose from a huge selection of gently used books at bargain prices. On Sat., from 4-5 p.m. fill up a shopping bag with books for only $5. (Bring your own bags, please) All proceeds go to purchase new library books and other materials. For information call 831-646-5602. The Monterey Public Library is located at 625 Pacific St., Monterey.
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Learning from the homeless, one lunch box at a time He has a calmness and kindness about him that shows in his face--and eyes. Something happens to those who are about to lose everything, or almost die. This is a story about someone who was facing both, and lived to do good. But more than that, it’s about a group of workers who took this man’s dream and ran with it. In a book entitled “Falling Upward,” the author explains how those who experience life-changing events often go through a change within themselves. Possessions, money, power and self-importance don’t matter so much anymore. Suddenly, their eyes are opened to the poverty, suffering and homelessness around them. They open their hearts to the ragged, the hungry and the sick.
Homeless Chronicles
Erika Fiske That’s what happened to the man in this story, when he hit bottom in 2008. He was about to lose the business he had worked a lifetime to build. If that wasn’t enough, he had a heart attack and nearly died. But when he turned to prayer, he found “himself” during that cold, dark time in his life. And for whatever reason, his business survived and flourished. “Only God’s grace got us through ’08,” he noted. “And I’ve been blessed over the years since then.” Earlier in the week, this businessman reluctantly agreed to talk about those years since 2008, on condition he remain anonymous. He doesn’t seek recognition for his efforts, but remains humble, looking to God for guidance. And he’s inspired others to do the same. Over the past few years, this man helped transform a Wednesday morning prayer meeting at his business into a growing volunteer outreach to the homeless here and at his other businesses. But he emphasized throughout this interview that it was those around him that did all the work, and made it happen. Once a week, after Bible study, employees and family members drive around to groups of homeless living on the streets and distribute food, bikes, tents, sleeping bags and other necessities. Employees contribute what they can, while the business funds larger projects--from purchasing lots of rain gear during recent showers, to helping fund a major project entitled “A Village of Peace, Hope and Charity,” and being planned by Christian Memorial Tabernacle in the Fort Ord area. The “village” will involve job training, education and housing for the homeless, including veterans and the mentally disabled. Much of this will be funded through the Blessed to Serve Foundation. But these volunteers do more than just drop off supplies. Instead of keeping the homeless at arm’s length, they don’t hesitate to offer a big hug to those who are so alone in the world. And their generosity isn’t isolated. Other groups on the Peninsula provide similar items on various days, including Saturday breakfasts by Lake El Estero, which include tents, sleeping bags, bikes and bike repair, and a Sunday morning service and breakfast by Window on the Bay.
Prayer and Food for the Homeless
Wednesday was another wet day in Seaside and Monterey. As the rain poured down, one person after another stepped into a warm, dry room at the Seaside business. Some were homeless men and women from the area. Shaking off the rain, they eventually filled chairs around several tables. The businessman opened his Bible and began to read. For the next hour or so, listeners commented on what the verses meant to them, asked for prayers if needed and helped themselves to donuts and coffee. One woman broke down in tears as she tried to talk about her daughter. When the meeting ended, most of those present filed into the main building to put together lunch boxes for the homeless. With a carload of lunches and a few passengers, the driver (a business employee) hit the rainy streets in search of homeless. And he found them, some drenched and walking the streets, others trying to stay dry under trees or downtown overhangs. All welcomed the food. One older man limped toward the car with his cane, clearly suffering from an injury to his leg. He was painfully thin, but smiling and thankful. The volunteers took joy in delivering the lunches and spent hours driving up and down streets to find homeless hiding out from the rain. “We get so much more than we give,” the driver said. “They have no idea how much they give us.” But for those under trees in the park behind Whole Foods, volunteers had to leave the car across a busy street to deliver lunches to the homeless. Security at the Del Monte Shopping Center doesn’t want anyone encouraging nearby homeless and told volunteers to stay away.
Studying the Bible Wasn’t Enough
More than a year ago, this business owner decided that studying the Bible didn’t mean much if there was no action. So those attending started taking food to the homeless---beginning with just 12 lunches. That number jumped to 18, then 20. “Then we realized we were the ones getting the blessing,” he said. The volunteers also discovered the homeless had been invisible to them all these years. As they began to open their eyes and see them, the number of lunches delivered slowly increased to 100 or so—the number delivered today. “As we became friends, we started to see their needs,” the business owner said. A few months ago, the company and employees began a program to adopt homeless individuals. Forms were distributed and the homeless told them what was needed---from tents and bikes
to a blanket, a coat, or dry socks. More than 50 homeless were adopted, and one or two families with children were given shelter. This spirit of giving and service spread to all his businesses. A number of homeless began helping out and studying the Bible at places like the church in Fort Ord. “Everybody shows up every day,” he said. “And a number of guys are about ready to get off the streets.” Recent rains finally led to that church offering homeless men and women a place to sleep during the downpours—with dinner, a movie and breakfast—similar to I-Help for men. “One Wednesday they came to the Bible study (at the Seaside business) and it was pouring. They came in like wet rats,” the businessman said. “We couldn’t allow that to happen.” Everyone agrees that since the business and workers took on the homeless issue, they are waving to homeless friends wherever they go, calling out their names, sometimes offering a ride, always getting a wave and a smile back. One employee—the driver for Wednesday’s lunch delivery—admitted that helping with this service actually turned his son around. “My 21-year-old son was a great kid, but lost. A lot of things were handed to him over the years,” he admitted. When the son was ready to have Dad fund his golf career, the latter put his foot down: First he must come to Bible study and help feed the homeless. After six months, “He was changed,” the father said. And to this day, when his son is in town, he comes along for the Bible study and lunch delivery to the homeless. “It was incredible to watch those people change my son,” he said, admitting that he too changed. “God softened my heart.”
Drive for warm blankets, coats and more for local homeless people
Homeless Documentary Project is looking for blankets, sleeping bags/pads, tarps and coats to distribute to the local homeless population. Please drop off what you can at the Carl Cherry Center for the Arts located at Fourth and Guadalupe in Carmel before 4pm, Monday - Friday.
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Out and About with Seniors
Make This a Golden Age Seniors will hear how to protect Gentrain hosts free lectures “Charles Dickens and the Invention of Christmas” Dec. 19 against abuse and fraud
The Pacific Grove Police Department, in partnership with the Monterey County District Attorney’s Office, will host a town hall meeting for senior citizens entitled, “Protect Yourself from Abuse and Fraud.” The meeting will be held on Dec. 17 at 6:00 p.m. in the Pacific Grove City Council chambers. Monterey County Deputy District
Food Bank donations accepted at firehouse
The City will once again participate in the Food Bank for Monterey County’s annual canned food drive. The drop-off location will be at the Fire Station (600 Pine Avenue). The Food Bank will pick up through the 1st week of 2013. Drop off will be 24/7.
Attorney Rick Storms will present valuable information and tips that will focus on the areas of recognizing and avoiding elder abuse and how to quickly recognize scams. After the presentation, Mr. Storms and members of the Pacific Grove Police Department will be on hand to answer questions from the public. Mr. Storms is in charge of the Monterey County district Attorney’s Office Annuity Fraud Prosecution Unit. Mr. Storms graduated cum laude from Tulane University School of Law after which he was a law clerk with the Louisiana Supreme Court. He worked in the civil field as Bond Counsel and specialized in the areas of tax, municipal finance, and debt securities. He also worked as in-house counsel for a software company and practiced law in the area of intellectual property.
“Following Papyrus: Studying Trade Networks in the Ancient Mediterranean World and Beyond” Jan. 16
Gentrain at Monterey Peninsula College will present several lectures in December and January. All lectures are from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the MPC Lecture Forum 103 at the main campus at 980 Fremont St. in Monterey. Admission is free. On December 19 the lecture will be “Charles Dickens and the Invention of Christmas.” To speak of Charles Dickens is to conjure up fanciful visions of Christmas: images of holly, plum pudding, caroling, merriment and goodwill. At the beginning of the Victorian period, however, the celebration of Christmas had been in a long period of decline. It was largely due to Dickens, who did more to influence the way we celebrate Christmas than any single person in history, that the joy of the season was rekindled. This illustrated lecture, given by Nancy Johnson, will trace the pagan and religious foundations of our Christmas traditions, examine Dickens’s contributions to reviving the celebration of the season, and pay special attention to one of the most influential works ever written, his enduring “A Christmas Carol.” On January 9 Dr. Todd Samra will lecture on “Baroque Era Performance Practices of Modern Listeners.” Dr. Samra is Director of Music at All Saints’ Episcopal Church in Carmel. In addition, he gives lectures for the Monterey Symphony and the Carmel Bach Festival. Previously he was a professor of music at Saint Joseph’s College in Indiana, where he taught a variety of classes in music, from choral ensembles to music history courses. He teaches private voice and piano, and performs regularly. This lecture will focus on historical interpretations of music from the Baroque Era (1600-1750), and how
recent research and scholarship has led conductors to interpret musical details from this time period differently than the last generation of conductors. The use of ornamentation and decoration, along with articulations and dynamics, and use of modern and period instruments will be explored. Modern recordings vary in these details, hence, listening recommendations will also be offered. Humorous anecdotes about the time period will be included, along with historical perspectives of Baroque life. On January 16 Elizabeth Dilkes Mullins will lecture on “Following Papyrus: Studying Trade Networks in the Ancient Mediterranean World and Beyond.” Mullins, Instructor of History at MPC, will talk about the history of papyrus as a crucial mass-produced product of the ancient world. Over 4,000 years ago Ancient Egyptians cultivated the wild reed, Cyperus papyrus L., to produce the first paper-like sheets on which business records, mathematical lessons, wills, stories, legal documents and ancient religious texts were recorded. But papyrus lived on far beyond the days of ancient Egypt as a necessary import for civilizations all over the Mediterranean world until the Middle Ages. By tracing the rise of papyrus, its production, and trade, we can study the connections between the world’s first empires, how they communicated with one another and what they left behind for us to construct history. Mullins is a Ph.D. candidate at the University of California, Santa Cruz specializing in U.S. and world history. She joined the faculty at Monterey Peninsula College in 2010 and teaches courses for history, women’s studies and Gentrain. Call 646-4224 for more information, or visit www.gentrain.org.
Homeless Women Documentary Project Fund
Community Foundation for Monterey County recently established “The Fund for Homeless Women.” Your direct donation to this Fund can help make a difference to the many women in Monterey County who sleep outside. Thank you! www.cfmco.org/index.cfm/id/6/Give-Now/
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Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Celebrants turned out on a warm -- for the season — evening to see the lighting of the City Christmas Tree at Jewell Park, across from the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History. After enjoying chorus and choir music, provided by the Defense Language Institute Choir and school choir conducted by Ms. Hedlind, parents and children went to Chautauqua Hall to eat cookies, drink cider...and visit with Santa.
Photos by Peter Mounteer Some had a better time than others.
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Times • December 7, 2012 2013 Season of historic Forest Theater Guild opens
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The Forest Theater Guild announces their 2013 season of live productions on their historic home stage at the Outdoor Forest Theater in Carmel-by-the-Sea. The season will open with the beloved fairy tale classic, “Snow White.” This classical dramatic production is adapted by Jesse Braham White, based on the Grimm Fairy Tale and is the familiar version performed on stage in New York and Broadway productions. The cast of 24 characters will be filled by local talent of youth and adults with auditions being held on Saturday and Sunday, January 12 and 13 from 12:00 P.m. to 4:00 P.m. at the Carmel Youth Center located on 4th and Junipero in downtown Carmel. Callbacks will be held on Saturday and Sunday January 26 and 27 from 1:00 P.m. to 4:00 P.m. in the same location. Applicants should bring resume and will be requested to read from the script. No prior experience is required and all community members are welcome to apply. For more information on the auditions, please call our Executive Director, Rebecca Barrymore at 831-419-0917. “Snow White” is the well-known, classic story of the ill-fated princess who is deposed by the evil Queen and flees to the safety of the forest and the cottage of the Seven Dwarfs. Revealed to the Evil Queen, Snow White is discovered and falls prey to a poisoned apple. In her deep sleep, Prince Charming comes to awaken her and frees the kingdom of their spell and their wicked Queen. The production will open in mid-May on the Outdoor Forest Theater stage with performances on Fridays 7:30 P.m., Saturdays 2:00 P.m. and 7:30 P.m. and Sundays with 2:00 P.m. matinees. Tickets we go on sale at online at www.foresttheaterguild. org beginning in January 2013 and will be $25 adults, $20 Seniors and Military, $10 children under 18 yrs old. Children under 4 will receive free admittance to the performances and tickets are on sale one hour before the shows at the box office on site at the Santa Rita and Mountain View venue.
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 20122122 The following person is doing business as LAYLA ROSE PHOTOGRAPHY and CREATING MEMORIES, 367 San Juan Grade, Salinas, Monterey County, CA 93906. MARISSA GUTIERREZ, 367 San Juan Grade, Salinas, CA 93906, and RAUL Z. GUTIERREZ, 367 San Juan Grade, Salinas, CA 93906.This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on November 6, 2012. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name(s) listed above on n/a. Signed: Marissa Gutierrez. This business is conducted by a husband and wife. Publication dates: 11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30/12. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 20122112 The following person is doing business as MONTEREY JUNK REMOVAL, 303 Grand Ave., Pacific Grove, Monterey County, CA 93950; DAVID JOHNSON, 303 Grand Ave., Pacific Grove, CA 93950. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on Nov. 5, 2012. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name(s) listed above on N/A. Signed: David Johnson. This business is conducted by an individual. Publication dates: 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7/12 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 20122179 The following person is doing business as DAVE’S GARAGE WHOLESALE, 768 Lemos Ave., Salinas, Monterey County, CA 93901. DAVID MICHAEL ZABALA, 768 Lemos Ave., Salinas, CA 93901 and CHARISS MUSONES ZABALA, 768 Lemos Ave., Salinas, CA 93901. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on November 15, 2012. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name(s) listed above on 11/15/12. Signed: David Zabala and Chariss Zabala. This business is conducted by a husband and wife. Publication dates: 11/23, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14/12.
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However, if you are affected by this separately to the appropriate returns. provision, it is important to understand that the proposition contains a waiver of servicealso center (see “where If you discover an error you assessment. If underpayment penalties for thisafter retroactive your taxable income is less to File” in the Form 1040 infile $250,000 your tax ($500,000 return, you cor-couple filing jointly) you are not affected by than for acan married structions). rect it by amending your tax return. the new rates. 6. The Form 1040X has three Here are the 10 tips from the Irs: If your California taxable income is above thesecolumns. amounts then the marginal tax column A shows 1. will Generally, you should file anand 12.3 percent. If your income rates be 10.3 percent, 11.3 percent is over these the original figures from amendedthen return if your filing tax professional the specific amounts thatthe dollar thresholds, review with your original tax return. column B status, number ofrates. depenwill be in place for these new shows the changes you are dents, total income or deduc Proposition 30 also increases the statewide sales tax rate bycolumn 0.25 percent beginchanging. c shows tions, or tax credits were rening January 1, 2013. If you are contemplating a purchase in the near future, you the corrected figures. There ported incorrectly or omitted. may want to complete transaction before year end avoid higher is in anorder areatoon the the back of the Other reasonsthefor amending sales tax. This newinrate be in effect for four years. form to explain the specific are listed thewill instructions. and theorreasons California has a use tax for items purchased by changes the internet, mail phone. 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Sheriff’s Office conducting annual teddy bear drive
hospital emergency rooms and pediatric teams, crisis groups, and homes serving children. Children who might not otherwise have a Christmas gift are presented teddy bears and other stuffed animals via agencies conducting special holiday events for the needy. Cash donations are also accepted. Checks should be made out to the “Sheriff’s Advisory Council” and mailed to one of the locations listed below, attention to the name listed for the station. Please write “teddy bears” in the memo portion of the check. Locations receiving checks include: Coastal Station, 1200 Aquajito Rd., Monterey, 93940; Castroville CFO, 10680 Merritt St., Castroville, 95012; South County Station, 250 Franciscan Way, King City, 93930; and Central Station, 1414 Natividad, Salinas, 93906. Contact Dave Crozier at 759-6675 with questions.
The Monterey County Sheriff’s office is once again collecting newly purchased teddy bears and stuffed animals to donate to needy children who may not otherwise receive a gift for the holidays or who need to be comforted during a traumatic event. The drive continues through December 31. This program was originally established to provide these bears to patrol deputies and detectives throughout the year to present to children when responding to calls that may be traumatic for a child, such as abuse or domestic violence. Additionally, the coroner’s office uses teddy bears when making death notifications, where a child may be present. During the holidays, the sheriff’s office presents the teddy bears to needy children throughout the county. Throughout the year, the sheriff’s office also places teddy bears and stuffed animals into the arms of those who need comfort, including crime victims who are served by various other county agencies. Teddy bears are also given out via
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It’s that time of year again When snow-capped trees reach for the sky Busy-goers cross the plain And secret presents pile high Snowball fights ensue rapidly Snowmen and snow-angels are created by children Ornaments cling to leaves steadfastly Gifts seek hiding spots by the millions While paper and ribbons race to the finish Anything and everything all paid in gallions As hungry stomachs continue to replenish Thanksgiving, then Christmas, and Hannukah throughout Mean, harsh words have been de-clawed of their talons So appetites for gourmet food stall between the bout Then comes New Years and time for joy With plates and drinks to way us down There are toys being played with by girls and boys While the grand new puppy-dog waddles round and round All these things come in the winter And only stops when spring arrives But for now beneath the bright white sky we’ll banter And stall the green that soon will thrive Winter is a jolly time for all For shoppers and sellers and wishers and frogs The wish-lists fulfilled just down the hall But no one should ever like wearing red clogs Just boots and sweaters with tea next to books Look out the window there’ll be snow on the ground With everything hidden in crannies and nooks No one will care to look and just lounge As winter is brought on, by snow on the falling down
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Renowned children’s author Anne Ylvisaker will sell and sign copies of her newest book, “Button Down” at the Friends of the Monterey Public Library’s Giant Book Sale on Saturday, December 1, from 10 a.m. until noon. The book sells for $15 and all profits benefit the Friends of the Monterey Public Library. The Giant Book Sale takes place throughout the day (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.) in the Monterey Public Library Community Room. The Monterey Public Library is located at 625 Pacific Street, Monterey. For more information call 831.646.5602 or see www.monterey.org/library.
Annual genealogy conference set for January in Seaside
On January 26, 2013 from 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. the 32nd Annual Ancestor Roundup Genealogy Conference will be held. Nationally known genealogist, author and college instructor Karen Clifford, AG, is keynote speaker and one of over a dozen instructors at the all-day genealogy conference. $30 includes lunch and a syllabus with early registration by January 15, 2013. Co-sponsored by the Commodore Sloat Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Location: Family History Center and classrooms at the LDS Church, 1024 Noche Buena (at Plumas), Seaside CA. Information and registration, Serita Sue Woodburn, 831-899-2121 or email seritasue2@comcast.net.
December 7, 2012 • CEDAR STREET
Times • Page 23
The Green Page On the trail of the lonesome pine Asilomar State Park Scientist Cyndi Dawson Makes a Difference
By Al Saxe Cyndi Dawson, Environmental Scientist for The California State Parks Department at Asilomar, is on a mission. She and her co-principal investigator, Dr. U. Win, who is currently affiliated with the Monterey Agricultural Commis-
sioner’s office, are determined to unravel the Pitch canker disease ravaging our urban forest. Each Monterey Pine tree, six inches in diameter or more, on the Asilomar Conference Grounds over the past 10 years has been monitored for the Pitch canker pathogen. (A weblink to information on the original study results for the study Dr. Win conducted in 1999-
2001 is http://pitchcanker_infestation_ studies.blogspot.com/)A second study is about to begin which will evaluate whether the level of Pitch canker affecting each tree has increased or lessened over time. In a study conducted at Año Nuevo State Park it was determined that those forests that had endured Pitch canker over a long period of time seemed to develop some resistance to the disease. The study which Cyndi is about to conduct at Asilomar will evaluate if the Monterey Pines planted at Asilomar during the 2000/2001 time frame validate the Año Nuevo findings. If they do, Cyndi will then look for scientific correlations. Did those pines planted closer to the ocean have better outcomes than those planted closer inland? Did larger or older trees fight off the disease better than younger ones? The State Park staff at Asilomar certainly gets an A for effort in their attempts to combat Pitch canker. In 2005 an inoculation program was started on pine seedlings grown on- site in their nursery. The study was eventually discontinued due to the project being costly and laborious. The young trees required
multiple injections with a hypodermic needle. When the study was halted those trees inoculated didn’t appear to have a significantly higher survival rate than those that weren’t. The method most commonly used now by those planting Monterey Pine seedlings in our area are to gather seeds from healthy Monterey pines and grow the seeds in vials in protected greenhouses. After a few months the young seedlings are moved outside to acclimatize to the outdoors. Between six and eight months the seedlings are then removed from their vials and planted. This method is also labor intensive. Another method is presently under way at Asilomar. Installation of new ADA-compliant pathways at Asilomar required the removal of Monterey Pines needed to make way for the new pathways. These healthy trees were put through a chipper and mulched. This process enabled the seeds from the cones to become scattered in the mulch. The mulch was then spread over areas at Asilomar needing reforestation. These seeds will now come up voluntarily and hopefully restore Asilomar’s Monterey Pine Tree canopy.
Flanking Environmental Scientist Cyndi Dawson are (L) Anthony Ordiniza and Senior Park Aide Bill Garner (R), who is a retired Los Angeles school principal.
Sanctuary Advisory Council to meet NOAA’s Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary will hold a public meeting in Pacific Grove on Thursday, December 13, from 8:45 a.m. until 4:15 p.m. The Advisory Council will receive a series of presentations and updates on various topics affecting the sanctuary. The meeting will be held at Canterbury Woods at 651 Sinex Ave. The public is welcome. The Monterey Bay Sanctuary Advisory Council was established in 1994 to assure continuous public
Coastal Commissioner supports completion of coastal trail
From the City’s Weekly Summary: After reviewing the comprehensive report and plan developed by Bill Peake’s ad hoc group, Mike Watson at the Coastal Commission has shared his support of the City’s efforts on completing the coastal trail. He confirmed that the mitigation funds from the Pebble Beach enforcement and the additional funds that we will be receiving from State Parks could be used for trail improvements as part of the overall landscape/native dune habitat restoration at the great tide pool site. Mike also concurred with the idea of one Coastal Permit for the entire project area, which then could be implemented incrementally as funding becomes available.
participation in the management of the sanctuary. The volunteer council’s 20 voting members and five ex-officio members represent a variety of local user groups, the general public, and state and federal governmental jurisdictions. Specifically, the council’s role is to provide the sanctuary superintendent with advice on the sanctuary’s resource protection, research, education and outreach programs. For more information, contact Jacqueline Sommers at 647-4206 or email jacqueline.sommers@noaa.gov.
When these ADA-compliant paths were added to the array at Asilomar State Park, some Monterey Pines were removed. They were then mulched and reused on site, in hopes that the seeds would sprout naturally. A study of pitch canker disease, which threatens local Monterey Pines, is under way as a part of the project. Photos by Al Saxe.
Wednesday, December 12 7-8:30 PM Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History Be part of SPG's annual social event. No speaker, no program, but an informal gathering of SPGers around refreshments to celebrate another year of SPG successes. Share your suggesations for green gift-giving and ideas for sustainable 2013 resolutions. Bring your ideas for programs you'd like to see PSG present next year. the steering committee would love your input. Enjoy holiday sustenance provided, and feel welcome to bring your own favorite holiday goodies. Bring a mug for cider and sustain yourself! Questions: denyse@sustainablepg.org
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Pacific Grove Picture perfect, immaculate 1892 vintage beach cottage located in the P.G. Retreat. This 2 bedroom, 1 bath home features Carmel stone fireplace, wood floors, high ceilings, updated systems plus garage. Close to ocean, town and rec trail.
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1334 Lawton Ave.
Pacific Grove Spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on a quiet, private street in Del Monte Park. Nice, open floor plan, cozy fireplace new bamboo laminate flooring, double pane windows, 2 car garage, large yard.
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Pebble Beach Great chance to own a beautifully updated one level turnkey jewel. Spacious, light filled rooms with wood, tile and marble floors. Master suite oasis with dream closet and elegant bath. Sunset views from living room and front patio.
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Market SnapShot (as of December 4, 2012) Pacific Grove Single Family
Number of Properties
Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Current Inventory
45
$779,000 $1,309,871
137
Properties in Escrow
28
$572,500
$633,392
65
Closed Sales November 2012
17
$650,000
$712,359
89
Closed Sales Year to Date
184
$552,000
$623,183
98