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Kiosk Sun. Jan. 29
Howard Burnham as Ansel Adams Scout Room Chautauqua Hall 3:00 • $10
Wind 1, Tree 0 - 3
Get a grip - 11
Monterey to Big Sur - 5
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Fri. Jan. 27
DJ Theo at Dance Jam 8-10 PM Adults $10/Teens $5/Youth Free Chautauqua Hall 16th and Central, PG
• Fri., Jan. 27
Lunar New Year Milonga “The Year of the Dragon” Wave Street Studios 774 Wave St., Monterey 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM Pre-Milonga Class & Milonga $20 DJ David, Los Angeles Tango Instructor •
Sat., Jan. 28
Tango workshops Ladies Only Technique 12:30 -1:30 PM Tuition $25 Partnering Technique 2:00 - 5:00 PM Tuition: $60 Sun., Jan. 29 Beginners Workshop 1:00 – 2:00PM Tuition: $30 Evolution Studio @ American Tin Cannery 125 Ocean View Blvd., PG •
Sat., Feb. 4
Monterey Bay Charter School Kindergarten Enrollment Open House 10am - 12 noon Seaside Children’s Center 1450 Elm Street, Seaside mbayschool.org 831-655-4638 •
Sat. Feb. 11
Monterey Bay Charter School Grades 1 - 8 Enrollment Open House 10am - 12 noon 1004 David Avenue, Pacific Grove mbayschool.org 831-655-4638
Inside Cop Log.................................3 Food ....................................12 Green Page ..........................16 Health & Well-Being ...........14 High Hats & Parasols .............4 Legal Notices.........................8 Opinion...............................13 Peeps .....................................8 Rain Gauge ...........................2 Shelf Life ...............................7 Sports ........................9, 10, 11 Up & coming Events ..............5 Young Writers’ Corner ...........6
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Vol. IV, Issue 19
How the game is played Pacific Grove Middle School 8th grade girls basketball team shows their stuff as they go for a shot against Buena Vista in an early January game. Photo is by Barney Morgan, Monterey Bay
Pacific Grove, Salinas bank heists similar
Two men armed with handguns and wearing masks and dark clothing robbed the Chase Bank on Constitution Blvd. in Salinas on Thurs., Nov. 19 in a scenario that bore resemblance to a similar heist Nov. 9, 2011 in Pacific Grove. Salinas police said two masked robbers entered the bank just before 10 a.m. and one ordered employees to the ground and covered them with a gun while the
other robbed a teller. A third suspect drove a getaway vehicle described as a red Lincoln Navigator that was later found abandoned in a neighborhood. It had been stolen from Sacramento police said. In Pacific Grove, three masked men entered the Chase Bank at Country Club Gate just before 10:00 a.m., forced patrons and employees to the floor, and stole an
undetermined amount of cash. They escaped into the bank parking lot and drove away in a silver Volkswagen bug, which was later found abandoned in a nearby neighborhood. It had been stolen in Salinas, according to the investigating officers. Robbers in each instance wore gloves. “We are definitely sharing information,” said Cdr. John Miller of Pacific Grove Police
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Fire in downtown Victorian potentially closes Favaloro’s for weeks
What started as a problem with a transformer in last weekend’s wind and rainstorm wound up putting Favaloro’s Big Night Bistro out of business for weeks.� PG&E crews working on the transformer turned the power back on and heard a popping sound. Seems a fire had started in the electrical panel in the rear of Favaloro’s. PG&E workers immediately called the fire department, which responded with four engines and a ladder truck plus other equipment. The kitchen and rest room at the restaurant have sustained a lot of fire, smoke and water damage but the fire was contained in the back of the building. No one was injured in the incident. It could have been a lot worse. Favaloro’s is one of a row of Victorian-era buildings on Lighthouse Avenue and it
Through the restroom wall is the electrical panel which was probably the origin of the fire at Favaloro’s Sun., Jan. 22.
could easily have spread to other buildings and upstairs residences. A brick firewall gets part of the credit, along with quick response by firefighters. The staircase leading upstairs to the apartment above Favaloro’s are charred, but the apartment sustained no more than smoke damage at this writing. It is a vacation rental and the tenants had vacated on Jan. 16, so there was no one home. Including the Favaloros. Each year, after the holidays, they have been treating themselves to a two-week Hawaiian vacation. They were just boarding the plane to return to Pacific Grove when a friend of one of the Favaloro youngsters “texted” that there were fire engines at the restaurant. It was confirmed by a phone call, but just then the cabin announcement came to shut off cell phones, and
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pFIRE From Page 1 the family had to fly all the way home not knowing what they’d find when they got here. The restaurant had been remodeled about five years ago, but an inspection of the electrical system at the time shows that it was in good condition so no changes were made at the time. The Favaloros plan to restore everything just the way it was and reopen in a few weeks. Building inspectors, fire department officials and insurance people and contractors were already making assessments the morning after the fire. Inspector Mike Ventimiglia of the Monterey Fire Department said that it was definitely caused by an electrical problem, but further determinations will be made by other agencies. Next door at Marita’s Shoes, it’s as if there wasn’t a problem at all. The air is sweet and the merchandise dry. Marita Johnson is thankful, she said, that the whole block didn’t go up in flames. On the other side of the Bistro, where Grove Nutrition was, the Favaloros plan to resurrect Cafe Arianna, a popular coffee house and lunch spot. They will continue with those plans amid the reconstruction at the Big Night Bistro, as permits are already in place. They plan for it to be a little more casual than the Bistro, which will be a dinner spot while the Cafe will open for lunch and late-night trade.
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Left: A ceiling fan-andlight fixture shows smoke danage after the Sunday afternoon fire. Below, the kitchen – including a new ice machine which melted – shows smoke and fire damage. Staff photos.
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Department, but he would not elaborate on other similarities as it is an ongoing investigation among various law enforcement agencies including the FBI, the California Department of Justice, California Highway Patrol and the Monterey County Sheriff’s Department. If you have any information regarding either incident you are asked to call the Pacific Grove Police Department at 831-648-3143, Salinas police at 831-758-7321 or the Tip Line at 831-758-7273 or We-Tip at 1-800-78 CRIME (1-800-782-7463).
Have a cup with a cop Feb. 3
The Pacific Grove Police department’s next “Coffee-With-A-Cop” is set for Thurs., Feb. 2 from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. at The Works, 667 Lighthouse Ave. “Coffee-With-A-Cop” is a community outreach effort to create an opportunity for Pacific Grove residents to meet with members of their police departnent in an informal setting and ask questions, or bring for issues and concerns. This will be the third “Coffee-With-A-Cop” and is open to all residents. the “Coffee-With-A-Cop” events are made possible with the support of the Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce.
Pacific Grove’s Rain Gauge Data reported by Guy Chaney
Week ending 01/25/12.................................. 1.41 Total for the season ...................................... 5.05 To date last year (2010) .............................. 10.04
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* High this past week ..................................................... 59° Low this past week ...................................................... 31°
*Data from http://www.weather.nps.navy.mil/renard.wx/ Photo by Cameron Douglas
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January 27, 2012 • CEDAR STREET
Wind 1, Tree 0
Times • Page 3
Marge Ann Jameson
Cop log 1/14/12-1/20/12
False Alarms: Nothing to get excited about (At least until you get the notice of the fine)
Ocean View Blvd. Lighthouse Ave. Chestnut St. Asilomar Blvd. Jewell Ave. Business on Ocean View Blvd. Jewell Ave Pico Ave.
Not too young to throw rocks, apparently
On Forest Ave., surveillance camera captured “very young juveniles” throwing rocks at handmade glass exterior lights. Footage will be provided to the police department’s school resource officer.
Found
A venerable old cypress tree blew over in the recent windstorm, clipping the corner of the apartment house at the corner of Cedar Street and Lighthouse Avenue. Damage was probably just to the gutter, as seen at left. The tree came up from the roots which, shown at left on the bottom picture, had grown around a piece of conduit over the years. A neighbor told the photographer that a matching tree had once lived on the right side of the apartment’s front door, and it came down a few years ago, smashing into his balcony on the second floor. Photos by Neil Jameson.
A syringe was found at the top of an escalator and turned in to the police department. It was sodium chloride. It will be destroyed. A purse was turned in that had been left at a business some two months earlier. A folding knife that had been found in the SaveMart parking lot a couple of weeks ago was turned in. A cell phone was found by a City employee and turned in. A wallet belonging to someone from out of state was found. Their mom was advised. A cell phone was found by a pedestrian on Lighthouse Ave.
Lost
A diamond and gold tennis bracelet was lost on Jan. 14 A ring was reported lost by a photographer somewhere between Asilomar beach and Crespi Pond.
Sound and fury
A loud music complaint resulted in the arrest of Craig Benzel for being under the influence of drugs. He sustained minor injuries to his face, elbow, knees and feed during the incident. He was held until sober and released with citations.
All in the family
A nephew and uncle were involved in a fight on Arkwright Ct. The uncle scratched the nephew. A mother and daughter were involved in a shoving match on 4th St. They apparently made nice as neither wanted to have the other arrested.
That key is for emergency only
A person on Laurel said her friend used her spare key to get into the house without the owner’s permission. Subject was apologetic and left when asked. Subject was advised not to do it again.
Threatening calls
Sheriff’s Advisory Council seeks to reinvigorate itself
The Sheriff’s Advisory Council (SAC) has recently launched its new website as a first step in reengaging the community and reinvigorating the organization. Founded in 1985, the Sheriff’s Advisory Council raises funds to assist in the acquisition of much needed equipment and training the annual budget does not provide for. The role of the Sheriff’s Advisory Council is particularly important with recent budget cuts and increased demands on local law enforcement. The Sheriff’s Advisory Council of Monterey County assists the Sheriff’s Office, the Search and Rescue Team, the Sheriff’s Emergency Assistance Team, the Sheriff’s Mounted Unit, the Sheriff’s Posse, and the Aero Squadron. Led by new leadership, the Sheriff’s Advisory Council’s Board of Directors will spend the year focusing on adding value to existing memberships, growing new members, and ultimately fulfilling the needs of the deputies that work tirelessly to protect the beautiful community we live in. The Sheriff’s Advisory Council Board of Directors is composed of the following individuals: Sheriff Scott Miller, Chairman of the Board; Theodore Balestreri II, President of the Board; Sam McLeod, Vice President; Francis Ingraham, Treasurer; Steve Bloch, Secretary; Ashley Huffman; Al Saroyan; Norbert Relecker; Tom Rowley; Alan Richmond; Denny LeVett and representatives from the organizations SAC represents.
However, the core of the Sheriff’s Advisory Council is its members- local community members dedicated to ensuring our deputies have the safety net and equipment they need to do their job. Membership applications are available on the new website. SAC will also be re-launching its Crystal Badge Memberships later in the year. Plans for the Sheriff’s Advisory Council during 2012 include quarterly events, with details soon to be released on the first event. Fun, interactive family events and member only events are also in the works. Information on these events, as well as monthly newsletters, a deputies’ wish list of needed equipment and other updates will all be posted on the new website as they become available. For more information on the Sheriff’s Advisory Council of Monterey County, visit www.SheriffsAdvisoryCouncil.org.
A business person was taped making a threatening phone call to a paper He said they had printed untruths about him without checking their facts and that the falsehoods are affecting his business. A person with a dispute against a former member of her military unit made harassing phone calls. The called was contacted and advised to handle the dispute through proper channels. A person on Larkspur Dr. reported annoying and harassing phone calls from a former employee he had terminated.
Vandalism: Graffiti
There was graffiti in the restroom at Caledonia Park. Graffiti on newspaper racks on Lighthouse Ave. On Ransford Ave., a victim reported hearing a large “splat” and found neon green paint markings on her front window. She saw a silver vehicle racing away.
Peeping Tom
Someone gave a note to a business owner stating that another person was observed spying on people using the business’s restroom using a mirror and a crack in the door.
Scams and scammers
A business on Forest Ave. advised that a contracted employee stole business checks and was writing checks all over town. Use was unauthorized. Investigation ongoing. A person who hoped to be a “secret shopper” received money orders but the bank wouldn’t accept them. The post office verified that the money orders were bogus. A former representative of a person was apparently using the person’s information to access loan information and make decisions on their behalf. They were advised to stop at once.
Not a PG tree
A trailer with a tree on it was parked on Short St. The responsible party said the tree came from Big Sur and that he would clean up the mess when he left and park the trailer elsewhere.
NOTICE
Please do not accept checks drawn on Cedar Street Times’s account at Union Bank, ending in 65. Checks were stolen and used around town. Use was unauthorized. If you have any questions, please call Pacific Grove Police Department at 648-3143 or Cedar Street Times at 324-4742.
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Times • January 27, 2012
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 “High Hats” are not our words. They are quoted from Pacific Grove/Monterey publications from 100 years in the past. Our journalistic predecessors held to the highest possible standards for their day, as do we at Cedar Street Times. 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.
The News … from 1911.
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Presidio on alert
General officers at the Presidio have put the soldiers on alert. The problem is a falling out between Greece-Germany and Turkey. A news agency headquartered in Vienna has included the Review in its wired report, which reads: “Count von Achrenthal, the Austro-Hungarian Foreign Minister, has informed the Italian Ambassador that any further action by the Italians on the Albanian coast will make it necessary for Austria to dispatch war ships thither. Count von Achrenthal asked the Italian Ambassador how he reconciled stationing military men in the vicinity of Albania and then proclaiming that Italy is keeping her hands off the Balkan Peninsula.” The Rome Tribune reports that the Italian cruiser Marco Polo has captured the Turkish transport ship Sabah. The ship was loaded with weapons, ammunition, and troops. From London’s Daily Mail, comes the promise that if there is a war, it may be the briefest war in history. Turkey has requested that Great Britain intervene if there is trouble, and help see to it that the integrity of the Ottoman Empire be maintained. From Washington, D. C. comes word that the United States may also be willing to help out, though reluctantly. Kaiser Wilhelm has made no response.
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Author’s Notes
The lever was pulled to “wind” the alarm. Carbon dioxide (CO2), the “gas” referred to, is colorless and, at low concentrations, odorless. CO2 can be toxic. Breathing 1 percent will make some people feel drowsy and concentrations of 7 percent to 10 percent cause dizziness, headache, or sensory dysfunctions, and unconsciousness within an hour. Carbon dioxide was first described as distinct from air during the seventeenth century by the Flemish chemist Jan Baptist van Helmont. “Weight” referred to the density and heft of the marbles, which was measured one through ten.
References: Pacific Grove Review, Monterey Daily Cypress, Del Monte Weekly, Salinas Index, Monterey County Post, Bullions’ Grammar (1890).
New fire alarm system costs $3,700
Monterey has installed an effective fire alarm system that will be ready for use tonight. At a cost of $3,700, Monterey has installed the most complete system that can be found anywhere. Everything is done automatically, right down to the untying of fire horses and the dropping of the harness. The method of turning in a signal is simple. In the front of each fire box there is a glass-enclosed case that contains a key. After the glass is broken, the key is inserted into the key-slot. Turning the key causes a panel to open and reveals a lever. After the lever is pulled at least four times,1 the alarm will sound, as preset, as well as a signal given indicating location of the fire. The city has been divided into six districts, each designated by a different combination of blasts from the alarm. For instance, Box North Twelve, which is located on Franklin street between Alvarado and Tyler streets, would be represented by one long blast followed by two short blasts in rapid succession. Hence, the location of the fire may be learned as soon as the appropriate blast has been sounded. Sixty-five boxes are in place around Monterey. Three of the boxes are located in New Monterey. Much rumbling has been heard about the Grove following suit and upgrading its fire alarm system. The suggestion of the Review is that each of us mention the plan to trustees when these people are encountered around town.
Pointers for auto mobile operators
Incorrect tire inflation is one of the commonest causes of problems with auto mobiles. Inflating too little is just as bad as inflating too much. Over-inflation not only subjects the canvas of the tire’s envelope to unnecessary strain, but also robs the tire of its resiliency. Thus, when running over an obstruction the tire fails to absorb the shock, and instead translates the full shock to the mechanics of the machine. So, insert your tire to the proper pressure and then make regular tests to ascertain that the air pressure is up to standard. If air is escaping, your pressure will lower. In that case, be sure to check the seat of the valve. If the rubber washer at the base of the valve is corroded, the air will gradually escape. Always inflate tires with air, never use the carbonic gas so popular with some uninformed auto mobile operators. Carbonic gas passes through both canvas and rubber thirteen times more readily that air. If you have been using carbonic gas, empty it out and replace with plain air for maximum safety.
Land gives rise to bids
An interesting proposition has arisen in relation to the 1,610 acres requested by the railroad company. The land is to be used as a site for a railroad “central” composed of work houses, a round house, switching tracks, and offices that are expected to generate continuing profits for the sponsoring community. Fresno, Coalinga, Monterey, and Pacific Grove have all submitted bids to be read by railroad officials.
Rolph acknowledges congratulations
The following letter has just been received in reply to the congratulations sent by the trustees of Pacific Grove to San Francisco Mayor-elect James Rolph: President, Pacific Grove Board of Trustees, This is to acknowledge receipt of your night letter congratulating me on my election as Mayor of San Francisco and to thank you most heartily for same. • •
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Snippets from around the area…
O. C. Towle has had his house lighted with natural gas for some time. Now his stove has been outfitted with burners and Mr. Towle cooks with natural gas. She claims the results as superior to either a wood fire or electricity. Mr. and Mrs. Wilcoxen have just returned from an extended visit in San Francisco. Mr. Wilcoxen said that the purpose of the trip was part pleasure, part business. He refused comment on the nature of the “business”.
And your bill amounts to …
A steady boarder is wanted by the Wilson House, 128 19th street. Comfortable. Good food. $12 weekly. Children’s beach buckets and shovels are available at Wright’s Hardware ready �for the spring season. Wright’s also offers marbles of the American Majolic brand, newly made. Mixed colors. Nine weight.3 6� each or 65� per dozen.
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 & 12th Street, 831-373-4441 Community Baptist Church Monterey & Pine Avenues, 831-375-4311 Peninsula Baptist Church 1116 Funston Avenue, 831-647-1610 St. Angela Merici Catholic Church 146 8th Street, 831-655-4160 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.
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Events
Up and Coming ‘MONTEREY TO BIG SUR’ Imagine a gloomy day on the Central Coast, a gray sky threatening to rain and a chill creeping through every seam of your clothes. Even the seagulls are subdued, and you can’t hear the harbor seals barking down by Hopkins Marine. You hurry home from work, put on a pot of tea and kick off your shoes, your ears adjusting to the quiet away from traffic and telephones. Oh, for an hour of peace; oh, for an hour of sunlight! John Harris’s film, Monterey to Big Sur, is made for that hour. Lovingly filmed over three years in Pacific Grove, Monterey and Big Sur and accompanied by unobtrusive instrumental music written by Harris, the film transports one to sunny summer days on the shore, moonlit nights on Monterey Bay. There are scenes you probably didn’t take the time to await, scenes of shore birds and feeding pelicans, of Monarchs and chubby little seal pups getting a back scratch from Mom. There are views of the Pt. Pinos Lighthouse as you might never have seen it, with a grandiose full moon coming over its shoulder. It’s obvious that John Harris loves this area, and loves the film medium. It’s in every scene of the movie. He came from Bend, Oregon but went to Los Angeles to hone his passion for film. He made a career of dancing and singing – and filming – with people like Johnny Mathis, Nat King Cole, Jim Morrison and Teri Garr. He became fast friends with Ann-Margret, and when he escaped Hollywood 40 years ago and came to the Monterey Peninsula, he immortalized that friendship on the wall of the theater he founded with his partner, Alan Weber – The Dream Theater -- the same Dream Theater for which the “stained glass” sign recently surfaced on its way to the Museum of Monterey. Harris also co-founded the 812 Cinema, but they’re both gone now, along, we assume, with the portrait of Ann-Margret. What remains is his love for the Central Coast, humming a lullaby to us from each scene in this movie, washing in and out and over us like the waves in the film wash the shore and rocks. There’s no dialogue, except at the very beginning where he has a little fun with a ground squirrel, and there are very few people. There is rich color and an underlying playfulness and a sense of peace, with nuances that wait to be discovered each time the DVD is replayed. John Harris cautioned me not to watch it at home first, but there wasn’t time – the final weekend for a while is coming up, and I wanted to see what the buzz was about. But now, having seen it on the television I can’t wait to see it this weekend at the Lighthouse Cinemas. There’s a whisper, or maybe it’s just seafoam on the rocks, that it will be shown again in the spring. But don’t wait. One viewing is not enough. - Marge Ann Jameson Lighthouse Cinemas in Pacific Grove has re-booked John Harris’ award- winning film, “Monterey to Big Sur” after showings were cancelled as a result of last weekend’s power failure and resultant fire in Pacific Grove. The film will play four performances only at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 28 and 29. It will be shown in Lighthouse Cinemas high definition projection system. The film is also available on Blu-ray and standard DVD from www.johnharrisfilms.com and local merchants: Myrick Photographic, Do-Re-Mi Music and Video, The Works, Bookmark Music, Pilgrim’s Way Bookstore, Henry Miller Library and The Phoenix Shop at Nepenthe. Further information can be obtained from the filmmaker at 375-7534 or Lighthouse Cinemas box office 641-0747.
Saturday Jan. 28 • Sunday Jan. 29 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Lighthouse Cinemas • 525 Lighthouse Avenue Pacific Grove
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Times • January 27, 2012
Taylor Jones
PGHS
Trudeau Publishing
Young Writers’ Corner
Moseying into the newly opened Stardust Playhouse in Monterey, the crowd gets comfortable with their friends and their little red seats as they prepare to enjoy an evening of comedy. About 40 chairs line the intimate theater. I sit facing the green, yellow, and red stripes on the backdrop, and in its center rests a bold, black hemp leaf. In contrast, an ocean of blue splashes over the walls that surround the audience. But all of this artistry would fade in shadows if not for the three miniature chandeliers that hang from the ceiling, their crystals dancing with gleam from the light. While listening to Bob River’s song “What If God Smoked Cannabis?” playing overhead, I’m getting a strong hint of what tonight’s subject matter will cover. Tonight’s presentation of “The Marijuana-Logues,” written by Arj Barker, Doug Benson, and Tony Camin, features a collection of monologues detailing both the stereotypes and the realities of smoking pot. The show’s director is CSUMB film student Kirsten Clapp, aided by her mother and co-owner of the theater Judie Swartz. “Marijuana…say it…” pleads actor Allen Aston, sporting a tie dye shirt with a picture of the Earth covered by a peace symbol. “Marijuana!” echoes the audience in response. After Aston and his fellow performers Patrick McEvoy, Drew Davis-Wheeler, and Tyler Shilstone get the crowd comfortable with the word, they explain how they simply want us to loosen up and give the plant a chance in the name of comedy. Matter of fact, why don’t you say it out loud right now? To yourself or a friend, to a spouse or a neighbor, or even to a small child (alright maybe not a small child), because marijuana is what this production is about anyway, so best get comfortable. As the play progresses, I become increasingly familiar with vocabulary such as “jazz plants”, “El Diablo de Verde”, and “John Claude van Amsterdam” just to name a few. Shilstone provides a raving sense of humor in his outsidethe-box thinking and blunt delivery. In one instance, he alleged that smokers don’t use weed to hide from their problems, on account of “that’d be a lot of weed to be able to hide behind!” During a brief intermission, “marijuana fun facts” play over the speakers while a classic “cigarette girl” in a deep red, vaudeville dress sells a wide assortment of munchies, ranging from Cheetos to Kit Kats and M&Ms. Without these fun facts, I may never have learned just how delicious chocolate pudding is…. that it is in fact “seriously, delicious.” Davis-Wheeler poses an interesting and valid question to the hypocritical police of Las Vegas, Nevada. He questions why he could be in Las Vegas and be arrested for carrying small amounts of ganja, while people are free to gamble their life savings away and practice insurmountable counts of intoxicated sex with prostitutes. In his defense, Davis-Wheeler stated “all I [hypothetically] wanted to do was smoke some weed in my hotel room, eat a Snickers, and go to bed – without bothering anybody.” And you know what? I agree that the law is partial. If Americans “enjoy” the right to purchase alcohol, knowing the risk of abuse could be harmful, they should also be able to purchase marijuana and use it responsibly. Sometimes I feel like the use of N.P.S. as “non-pot smoker” is somewhat condescending to those who don’t smoke the lean green, and places “pot-smokers” into a stereotypical image of someone who all too often sits on their behind and plays video games all day. Smoking pot is not so black and white as television and movies make it seem, it is more accurately a rainbow-tie-dye mixture of personalities and characters. “The Marijuana-Logues” proved to be a very funny performance and would be entertaining to all adult audiences. It definitely sparked laughter in me as well as the rest of the crowd. Thanks to Stardust Playhouse at 2115 Fremont Avenue in Monterey, Monterey County now has a new source for theater. This coming weekend will be your last chance to catch the show, so don’t miss out. ―Friday and Saturday, Jan. 27 and 28 at 8:00 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 29 at 2 p.m.
The Liar
by Emily Shifflett I am nobody. And not in the Dickinson sense. I am a nobody, Because nobody knows who I am. You see, I’m a pathological liar. So I can be whoever I wish. Sadly, though, that of course means Who I really am, is missed. You see today I have decided That I’m dying of a rare disease. My heart palpitates, my liver’s fading. I cough, I hack, I wheeze. Tomorrow, I shall be perfectly fine. And be a teacher for the blind, Who is herself a bit inclined To watching bobbin wheels unwind. But you will never know, For who could ever see? Behind all the masks and words and stories Who is really me? I am nobody, And yet I am. I am everyone, And here I stand. The liar has no face of his own, Simply dons the masks you see. No features for which he’s known. The liar is a nobody.
Fortune’s Way to be presented at St. Angela’s Jan. 27
St. Angela’s Merici Church in Pacific Grove, the site of California impressionist E. Charlton Fortune’s first liturgical commission more than 80 years ago, will present a dramatic staged reading of the play “Fortune’s Way, or Notes on Art for Catholics (and Others)’’ on Friday evening, Jan. 27 at 7:00 p.m. The performance ties in with St. Angela’s feast day, which is January 27 of each year. Fortune, considered one of California’s greatest artists, in 1928 founded the Monterey Guild, which was devoted to ecclesiastical art. The Guild commission at St. Angela’s was the first of more than 30 that were completed across the United States over the years, leading to recognition by Pope Pius XII. Examples of Fortune’s and the Guild’s work can still be seen at St. Angela’s. Fortune’s Impressionistic paintings today are among the most sought after of early California artists and have reached seven figures at auction. Because she turned to liturgical art in middle age her impressionistic art is rare. Fortune survived the 1906 San Francisco earthquake and fire. The play, written by Pacific Grove writer and playwright Steve Hauk, looks back over Fortune’s career – which included a silver medal from the Paris Salon and a gold medal for design from the American Institute of Architects – as the artist gives a slide lecture in Kansas City in the early 1940s during the final days of World War II. Prominent Monterey Peninsula actress Teresa Del Piero, who originated the role in 2010, plays Fortune, and John Brady is Fortune’s friend, Bishop O’Hara. The play is staged by Conrad Selvig, founder of the Carmel Bay Players. John Castagna is graphics consultant. “Fortune’s Way’’ premiered at the Carmel Mission in 2010 and has also been performed at The Carl Cherry Center for the Arts, the Monterey Museum of Art, the Pacific Grove Public Library and the Carmel Art Association. Tickets for the performance are a $10 donation. Tickets are available at the church office at 146 8th Street, Pacific Grove, or by calling 655-4160. The doors open at 6:30 p.m.
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Museum of Monterey offers art workshop for children Jan. 28 Linnet Harlan
Shelf Life PG Library Isn’t Free
While you may pay only an occasional fine for overdue material, the Pacific Grove Public Library isn’t free. It costs. It needs money for salaries, the building, utilities, and materials. But our library needs even more―it needs the support of the entity that supplies its funds (the city), and, to receive that support, it needs the active support of its patrons. While we’d like to think the PG city budget will recover as the economy recovers, there are unfunded state mandates that may mean the city budget will continue to be challenged for years unless new taxes or fees are instituted. A city budget under duress possibly means a library budget under duress. Other city departments are more expensive than the library. The police, fire and public works departments combined use more than 67% percent of the city budget. While the library is only 5 percent of the city budget, it’s sometimes deemed by cost-cutters as a “non-essential” service. The nearly 10,000 people who visit the library every month would strenuously disagree. The library is the most actively used public service the city provides. While police and fire protection are necessary, most PG citizens are thankful not to need to call directly upon the services of these departments frequently. The point here is not that one city department is more valuable than another; the point is that for the city to continue to fund the library at its current level, citizens need to be sure their elected officials and city staff understand the library is an important city service, one that should not be singled out to bear disproportionate budget cuts. (Note: the library is still funded at a significantly lower level than it was a few years ago, a situation not shared by all city departments.) If you value the library, you need to tell the councilmembers, with great frequency, how important the library is to you. If you’re one of the downtown businesses who benefit from the increased foot traffic when the library is open, let your councilmembers know. If you enjoy any of the myriad of services the library provides, from books to DVDs & CDs to data base access or e-books, let your councilmembers know. The current Mayor and council have been strongly supportive of the library. Thank them for their support. And don’t stop letting your support for the library be known. After this year’s election, the composition of the city council will change. New members will need to be educated in how important the library is to their constituents. Write letters to the editor expressing your appreciation of the library. If you see a councilmember on the street, take a moment to convey your enthusiasm for the library and its programs. If you’re one of the hundreds of volunteers who devote time and energy to support the library, let the councilmembers know. The PG library is already the beneficiary of thousands of hours of volunteer assistance every year, more than any other single city department. Let your elected officials know you support your public library in word and in deed, as well as with your votes, and thank them for their support of this essential city service. If you want a public library, you have to pay for it not just with dollars but with active, vocal support.
Thanks for the Memory
Life is short; the demands on it are myriad. Thus this column will be the last “Shelf Life” written by this columnist. The opportunity to write about the jewel that is the Pacific Grove Public Library has opened my eyes to the treasure we have in our small Carneige library. Shielded by the arched façade is an architectural beauty that is also an essential part of life in Pacific Grove. Literally serving PG citizens from the ages of less than one (with Baby Storytime) to seniors (with, among other services, the well-attended Technology Tuesdays), the library is much more than might originally be imagined. This column has explored not only the basics of recent acquisitions, but has also ranged much further in exploring other aspects of the library. Topics have included John Steinbeck’s use of the library, the other famous writers who frequented our library, the many periodicals, both adult and childrens’ to which the library subscribes, the opening and self-governance of our popular Teen Center, how to access our massive data bases, the increase in the library’s holding of Great Courses lectures, and the Summer Reading Program as well as other topics. Thanks to all of you who work so hard to make the PG Public Library a vibrant part of our community. Thanks to Mayor Garcia, the city councilmembers and the city manager and staff for realizing the importance of the library and increasing the budget to allow the library to be open 34 hours per week. Thanks to the tireless Judy Archibald and the other members of the Friends of the Library for their fundraising and for giving library supporters a mechanism through which to voice their support. Thanks to the hardworking Ad Hoc library committee, Gary Bales, Susan Steele and Hank Heilbron for their exhaustive review of the library and resulting recommendations. Thanks to Frances and Gary Spradlin who hold the Book Sale on the first Saturday of every month. Thanks to the many library volunteers who reshelve books, sort books, help with childrens’ programs and in many other ways make our library strong. Thanks to the generous patrons who donated cash for the acquisition of new material and to the patrons who contributed gently used material to be added to the collection. Thanks to the library staff for making the library a place that welcomes and informs its patrons each time one of us steps through the doors. And a big thanks to Marge Ann Jameson for giving this columnist a chance to find her voice and explore the delight that is the Pacific Grove Public Library. It has been a joy working with you, Linnet, and we wish you the best in your next endeavor. We welcome our new columnist, Judy Arnold, soon and while she says she may not write as often we’re certain she will do so with the same enthusiasm for the library that you have shown. - Marge Ann Jameson
Kids Create: small paintings @MOM is a workshop for children of all ages. It will be held on Sat., Jan. 28 from noon – 2:00 p.m. At the Museum of Monterey, 5 Custom House Plaza, in Monterey. This lively workshop for children ages encourages learning about the visual arts as well as historical and cultural traditions. It will include a thoughtful gallery discussion and story to accompany a hands-on art project inspired by the “Chicanitas” exhibition. Kids will use what they have learned through visual observation and cultural discussion to create their own small painting. Kids Create workshops encourage kids to explore a variety of mediums, from paint to charcoal, pencil, ink, clay and more. All materials are provided.
Korea subject of talk at Peace Center
On Mon., Jan. 30 “Korea and the militarization of the Asia Pacific” is the subject of a talk by Christine Hong, Assistant Professor of Asian American Literature at UC Santa Cruz and a fellow at the Korea Policy Institute scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Peace Resource Center, 1364 Fremont St. near Sonoma St. in Seaside. Ms. Hong is a steering committee member of the Alliance of Scholars Concerned about Korea and a member of the National Campaign to End the Korean War, a coalition of groups whose goal is promoting peace and reconciliation between the American people and the people of Korea. The talk is open to the public. Donations are welcome. Refreshments will be served at 6 p.m., the presentation will start at 7 p.m. and there will be a question and answer period following the talk. The event is sponsored by the Peace Coalition of Monterey County. For more information, contact An McDowell at 595-9657
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Above: President Judy Archibald welcomes members and guests to the 2012 annual Friends of the PG Library held at the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History on Sat., January 21. Top row, left: Author and photographer Michael Katakis signs his book, “Photographs and Words” after his talk. Top row, right: New Friends board member Judy Arnold helps at the book-swap tables.
(L-R) Outgoing Friends of the PG Library board members Linnet Harlan and Marilynn Gustafson, accepting tokens of appreciation from Friends President Judy Archibald.
Pacific Grove City Manager, Tom Frutchey and PG Library Senior Librarian, Lisa Maddalena. All photos courtesy Ken Jones
Patrick’s Consignment a victim of the times ‘Aunt Carol’ busts Second hand store closes after 23 years move on TV By Peter Mounteer
“take advantage” of the consignment business. The store was otherwise quiet and for the most part, turned a profit. That changed once the economy took a turn for Patrick’s Consignment Store on 105 Central Avthe worse in 2008, and it became harder and harder to enue in Pacific Grove opened for business for the last balance the books. “The recession hit us bad,” Strauchtime on Monday, Jan 23. The establishment had been Dubree admitted. “My landlord finally approached me running for over 23 years. and told me she wanted to end the relationship, it didn’t The consignment store was the product of a busisurprise me, because I was behind on my rent. The ness partnership between the Strauch family and “a whole thing is bittersweet.” man named Patrick.” The store first opened its doors in The final day was particularly hard for Strauch-Du1989 and, according to Stacy Strauch-Dubree, acting bree, which consisted of a full business day of wheelowner of the business, opened strong as Pacific Grove’s ing and dealing from 10a.m. to 6p.m. One particular only consignment store. antique piece was slated to go for $2500, and wound up The Strauch family, of Memphis, Tennessee, selling for a meager $200 on Monday. owned several businesses on the Monterey Peninsula, When asked about future business plans, Strauchincluding Carmel Wine Dubree could not say. “[LosCellar and Restaurant, ing Patrick’s] was almost “I came alive when I walked in and Hatchcover, both in like losing a beloved pet. I’m Carmel, along with several that store, and I really can’t look grieving and its been very other businesses in their hard. I can’t even see that back and have any regrets, I did home state of Tennessee. far ahead right now.” The the best I could with what I had.” Of all the Strauch busibusiness owner lamented nesses, Patricks Consignthat despite all the negative Stacy Strauch-Dubree ment was a “family favoremotions surrounding the ite” according to Stacy, closing of the family busiwho managed the business ness, the store’s final weeks until its final closure on Monday. were particularly positive on the part of the customers. Many of the items for sale in Patrick’s included “In the last three weeks we’ve nothing but a downpour antique bedroom and living room furniture, as well as of gracious customers.” Strauch-Dubree said. “Several smaller, more intimate pieces such as porcelain dinner customers would talk about how ‘half their house came plates and vintage candle sticks, among countless other from Patricks.’ One woman was actually crying about items. As a consignment store, Patrick’s had a continuus going out of business. I’ve gotten so many hugs and ally changing inventory, and a 90 day consignment pekisses and so much support” riod, as is typical practice with most consignment stores Indeed, Strauch-Dubree emphasized how much on the peninsula, according to Strauch-Dubree. she enjoyed working at the consignment store since she The ups and downs of the business on the corner took it over four years ago, and for her, it was a labor of Central and Eardley were few and far between. of love. “I came alive when I walked in that store, and Strauch-Dubree recalled that once in a while a customer I really can’t look back and have any regrets, I did the would come in and scream at the staff or attempt to best I could with what I had.”
We first gave Carol Kuzdenyi a shout-out in June, 2010 when she got rave reviews for a concert ending the MPC spring semester. At the time, she was taking lessons at Shall We Dance, the dance studio which has since given up its spot above the liquor store on Lighthouse. She was just the other side of 60 years old. Time lapse forward, and we find Kuzdenyi starring in a You Tube video that has gone viral. Not playing the piano, not showing her ballet steps, but doing an impromptu hip hop routine to Usher’s “You Make Me Wanna” in her niece’s kitchen, using a shower chair more befitting an elderly person. The video earned a spot on The Ellen Degeneres Show and a second, personal spot for the star -- when Ellen aired the video, she had asked for a personal visit with “Aunt Carol.” Friends, family and fans watched it air Fri., Jan. 20 on KSBW channel 8, and cheered when Carol was surprised to be asked to perform a duet – and get a hug – from her favorite hip hop dancer, Twitch. The “Aunt Carol” video has gone “viral,” with more than 1,017,000 visitors at recent count. Carol Kuzdenyi is an Honors graduate of Duquesne University with a Masters Degree in Voice and Piano from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. She has written several books for beginning piano students from age 5 to infinity, including Joga-rhythms: A New approach to Beginning Piano. Her Monday-Night Choir, which will meet on Mondays beginning Jan. 30 at Park Lane in Monterey, always welcomes members. And now she has received an invitation to America’s Got Talent, more write-ups in local press, and hopefully more members for her acclaimed choir, which grew out of a class at MPC and which was cut for lack of funding. She has a rather sedate website, which belies her energy and enthusiasm, at www.carolkuzdenyi.com, but if you’re more interested in the video you can see it at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V755gIgP700 or access it through our website. By the way, Twitch pretty much had the moves to Carol’s dance down.
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Breaker
Sports Flying feet:
Breaker Girls Soccer Left: During the JV Girls Soccer game against Stevenson, Sarah Spadoni, the Breaker forward, made a great corner kick. JV won 2-0. Below: Michelle Bernier goes for a goal. Varsity won against Stevenson 5-0. Girls Soccer is still undefeated. Photos by Justin Russo
Girls’ Varsity Basketball
Competing at the top of the league Last Friday night we hosted the Cougars of Santa Catalina. They entered the game in second place in the M.T.A.L. at 4-1. Undeterred by their record, the Breakers came out ready to compete. Tied up after the first quarter, Pacific Grove was led by aggressive play by Holly Heebink and Lilli Consiglio. The Breakers held Santa Catalina to 4 points in the 3rd quarter heading into the 4th down 2 points. In the end, the game was decided by free throws. Santa Catalina shot 11-18 while PG mustered 8-20 from the charity stripe, losing 32-34. Jessica Matthews led the way with 12 points and 12 rebounds. The Breakers dropped to 1-5 in league play, however PG proved to themselves that they are capable of competing with the top of the league. Wednesday night Jan. 25 took the Breakers to Greenfield to play the Bruins. Pacific Grove could not handle the pressure defense Greenfield applied, forcing turnovers that led to easy baskets. A poor shooting night did not help the Breakers’ play, ultimately ending with a loss on the road. Sabrina Riffle scored 8 points with 6 rebounds and 3 steals. PG travels to King City on Friday. -Marta DalhamerLeft: Against Soledad.
Photo by Barney Morgan, MontereyBay SportsPhotos.com
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Sports
Parks classes this week take you outdoors
Boys soccer keeps up the heat Pacific Grove Breakers hosted first place and undefeated Greenfield this week to a packed stadium (not). Co-captain Callum Gilchrist was the man of the match with two goals form distance and the third assist to Luca Talone. Sean Christopher assisted Gilchrists with his only assisted goal. PG started strong and kept up the pressure throughout the game, using their deep, quality bench and the return of captain and sweeper Daniel Giovinazzo. Greenfield responded to each of the first two goals but the final goal was the Breakers’. PG is now 9-3-2 overall and 3-2-1 league. The Breakers travel to second place, Soledad Thursday Jan. 19. -- Coach Brad Weber
Programs on canine history, Monterey of the past, clay bowl making and self-discovery through art are among the upcoming classes being offered by the Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District (mprpd.org). For information on all activities, go to mprpd.org or see the Let’s Go Outdoors! fall/winter guide for the complete schedule.
Curious Canines of the Americas
If you are a dog lover, this illustrated presentation is for you! Delve into the dens of native foxes, coyotes and wolves. Hear about the ancestors of our modern dogs, including the fossil records of the huge Dire Wolf. Delight in discovering canine curiosities such as tree climbing, termite hunting, crab eating and the dainty Artic Fox. Instructor: Bruce Elliott. Ages 13-adult, Sat., Jan. 28, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Garland Park Museum (700 W. Carmel Valley Road), $20 (district resident), $22 (non-district resident).
Lifestyles of Monterey’s Past
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Journey into the cultural roots and rich heritage of Monterey as you discover its historic homes and secret gardens. This walking tour peeks into the lives of the city’s early ruling families and explores their influence on present-day Monterey. Enjoy stories steeped in cultural history from a renowned local historian. (Supplements 4th grade California history curriculum). Instructor: Monica Hudson. Ages 9-adult, children 12 and under must be accompanied by a paid adult, Sat., Jan. 28, 2 p.m.-4 p.m., downtown Monterey (see mprpd.org for details), $10 (district resident), $11 (non-district resident).
Earthen Art: Clay Bowls (2-day workshop)
Delve into the ancient art of ceramics using nature-inspired Aboriginal, Egyptian and Celtic patters as inspiration. Carve, imprint and embellish your own hand-made bowl with simple tools and natural objects such as shells and seed pods, returning to add color and glaze, you will delight as your art takes form. Instructor: Debbie Baldridge. Ages 12-adult, Sundays, Jan. 29, and Feb. 5, 10:30 a.m.-12 noon, both days, Elkhorn Slough reserve (ESNERR), $20 (district resident), $22 (non-district resident). Plus $10 materials fee. Pick up date to be arranged.
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Delve into your senses! Hike different locations in the Carmel River watershed and share stories of the land, river and ocean. By creating land art, writing poetry and taking photographs of your art, the natural world comes to life in you, and you can become that place. Instructor: Paola Berthoin. Ages 10-adult, children 15 and younger must be accompanied by a paid adult, Sun., Jan. 29, 1 p.m.-4 p.m., Carmel Beach, (see mprpd.org for details), $25 (district resident), $28 (non-district resident). To register online, go to mprpd.org and register with Visa, MasterCard or Discover. Walk-in registrations are accepted Tuesday-Friday from 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 strongly recommended. There will be an additional charge of $5 to register on the day of class (space permitting). On-site registration will begin 20 minutes prior to the start of class. All check-in and registration closes 5 minutes before the class begins. For more information, please call Joseph at 372-3196, ext. 102, or send an e-mail to narvaez@ mprpd.org.
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Sports Getting a grip Breaker wrestling continues to dominate. At left, Barney Morgan of Monterey Bay sports Photos captured a hold while at left, middle and bottom, Justin russo found action at another match. Below, Oscar Orosco shows Breaker’s spirit as he takes the court. Also see http://montereybaysportsphotos.zenfolio.com
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February Valentine-red celebrations include cherries And who could resist this recipe for salmon and cherry mango salsa?
Facts about a favorite fruit
With a short harvest season, cherries are a prized and sought-after fruit. According to the Cherry Marketing Institute, there are more than 1,000 different varieties of cherry trees, almost all of them blossoming over a three-week period in late May and early June. Of those 1,000, only about ten varieties are produced commercially. The U.S. crop of more than 300 million pounds of cherries has myriad health benefits. They are fat-, sodium- and cholesterol-free. They are also a good source of Vitamin C and potassium and they are rich in bioflavonoids and other antioxidants. A growing body of science continues to show that tart cherry consumption may help relieve arthritis and gout symptoms.
Betsy Slinkard Alexander
Not Your Grandmother’s Recipes
Main Species of Cherry Sweet Cherries
The two main species of cherry are the sweet, or wild, cherry and the sour, or tart cherry. The sweet cherry is mostly cultivated in California, Oregon and Washington State. Popular varieties include the Bing and the Rainier cherry known for its cream yellow flesh. Another well-known sweet cherry is the Royal Ann, better known in its preserved, dyed and sweetened form as the maraschino cherry, used to garnish cocktails and desserts.
Sour Cherries
Popular for use in pies and general snacking by people who prefer a more tart taste, the fruit is more fragile than sweet cherries and harder to come by. The most popular variety is the Montmorency that accounts for more than 95 percent of the sour cherry market. The tartness gives the
Caramelized Salmon with Cherry Mango Salsa
fruit more complexity and an acid backbone for cooking. It’s the variety that’s most often used in pies or Cherries Jubilee. Darker cherries have higher antioxidant and vitamin levels than lighter ones, but sour cherries that are generally bright
Food for Thought, and Vice Versa: A Discussion Sustainable PG will hold a panel discussion about “the thoughtful way to eat” at their meeting on Wed., Feb. 8 beginning at 7:00 p.m. Panelists include: Tom Broz, Live Earth Farm (CSA) ; Jordan Champagne, Happy Girl Kitchen; Chris Harrold, Harrold-Berta Cattle; Mark Shelley, Tassajara Natural Meats and Oren Frey, Local Catch Monterey Bay (CFA). For more information, Denyse@sustainablepg.org or 643.0707
Rotary Cioppino Feed coming
Monterey Pacific Rotary Club presents its Fourth Annual Cioppino & Vino featuring World Famous Phil’s Fish Market cioppino plus wine, salad, bread, entertainment and more on Sat., Jan. 28 at St. Angela Merici Parish Hall. Appetizers and a silent auction begin at 6:00 p.m. followed by dinner at 7:00 p.m.. Tickets available at $55.00 per person at www.montereypacificrotary.org or by mail at $60.00 per person. Please call Geoff at 277-7087 or MaryNina at 917-6763 for more information. Space is very limited.
Aquarium celebrates 2 million students
On Jan 24 the Monterey Bay Aquarium will mark a notable milestone, when it celebrates hosting 2 million students to take part in free education programs at the aquarium. The non profit receives no government support for its free education initiatives, which are supported by aquarium donors and members through its Children’s Education Fund. Approximately 80,000 school children and teachers visit the aquarium each year from all parts of California. The Monterey Bay Aquarium has attracted nearly 50 million visitors since its opening in 1984. For more information please contact Angela Hains at 392-5982.
Science Saturday at the Museum The Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History presents its next Science Saturday program, called Migrations. How well do YOU smell? Can you feel the earth’s magnetic field? Could you recognize landmarks well enough to find your way around the world 00 under water? Both children and adults are invited to enjoy hands-on activities involving animal migrations. Learn how animals know where they are going when they migrate. Try matching scents, as salmon do when they return to their “home river.” Follow a route using Earth’s magnetic field (as some birds do) or a mental map of landmarks (as gray whales do). Make natural feeders for the birds that overwinter near your home. Science Saturday is set for Sat., Jan. 28 from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, 165 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove The event is free (donations appreciated). For more information, see the Museum’s website at www.pgmuseum.org/ or call 831-648-5718.
Ingredients: 1 ½ pounds fresh or frozen salmon filets with skin 3 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon grated orange peel ½ teaspoon coarsely ground pepper 1 ripe mango, or papaya, seeded, peeled and chopped 1 cup frozen tart (Montmorency) cherries, thawed, drained and halved 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, basil or cilantro 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
Directions: Thaw the fish if frozen Stir together brown sugar, orange peel and pepper. Place the fish, skin side down, in a shallow pan. Rub the sugar mixture over the fish. Cover and refrigerate 2 to 8 hours. Remove the fish from pan, draining off any juices. Place the filets, skin-side down, on a gas grill over medium heat or on a charcoal grill, 4 to 6 inches from medium –hot coals. Grill for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily. Do not turn the fish. Meanwhile, toss together the mango or papaya, cherries, mint, vinegar and red pepper. Spoon the fruit salsa overwarm red rather than a darker red-purple in color fish. Serve immediately. have far higher levels than sweet cherries. Sources: Cherry Marketing Institute (www.choosHere’s a recipe for a surprising treat: echerries.com) Salmon with cherry mango salsa. www.thenibble.com Betsy Slinkard Alexander provides freelance writing and public relations services with a focus on the food industry. She welcomes your ideas for future columns and can be reached at (831) 655-2098, betsyslinkard@sbcglobal.net or www.slinkardpr.com
DANCE CAMP IS COMING! Pacific Grove Breaker Dance Team presents
Classes for Kids
A two weekend dance camp taUght by dance team members Sun., March 17, 2012 9 AM - 12 NOON and Saturday, March 24, 2012 9 AM - 12 NOON at PGHS New Dance Room (Behind the Gym) $50 Pre-Registration per dancer $55 Walk In per dancer (Includes snack and water) Class size is limited Registration accepted on a first-come, first-served basis Participants will learn new and exciting routines and improve technique Optional Performance Opportunity: Students are invited to perform at the Dance Team’s Spring Showcase 2012 on Sat. March 31 at 7 PM For more information email melissakarasek@aol.com Permission form required
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Opinion United Nations Association presents program on human rights and war The Monterey Bay Chapter of the United Nations Association will present a free program on “Human Rights, A Crisis During Times of War” on Wednesday evening, Feb. 8, at 7:00 p.m. The event will be at the Irvine Auditorium of the Monterey Institute of International Studies. Admission is free, and an informal, “meet-the-speaker” reception will follow the program. The featured speaker is Ms. Jane Olson, the former international board chair of the Human Rights Watch, and a leader and activist in global human rights for over 30 years. For more information please contact Larry Levine, President of the Monterey Bay Chapter of the United Nations Association at 831 625-9414.
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Cheer them on
You’re already paying the admission When I was in junior high school – called middle school here – and during my freshman year of high school, I lived in a small city in Wisconsin. It was still small enough that there was only one public high school, though it was growing and had split into two campuses. “South Campus,” the new complex that was meant for juniors and seniors, was the center of civic life in that city of 30,000.
Marge Ann Jameson
Cedar Street Times Opinion There was a beautiful auditorium where we went to hear the local symphony orchestra and to see high school plays and talent shows. There were travelogues on Sunday afternoons that my mother and I attended. I attribute at least some of my wanderlust to those amateur Super 8 movies and slide shows. There was an indoor pool and when the thermometer read -3 degrees F. outside, we could pay 15 cents and swim laps, wearing fetching swim caps. We didn’t go there in the summer, though, as there were a couple of city pools that City Parks filled in the spring and we could get enough vitamin D there to last us through the dreary winters, sunning ourselves like seals on the concrete deck around the pool, chatting with our friends. In the winter, when the Fox River froze over, we went ice skating. In the huge exhibition building at South Campus, there were boat shows and “white elephant” sales. When the annual Symphony Fair was scheduled, my friends and I would go try our luck at balloon-popping games and spend our babysitting money on silly things and fudgesicles, regardless of the weather outside. Hard to believe, but we could buy a ticket to watch the senior prom – and they actually promenaded, a stately march at the beginning of the dance; the girls in frothy dresses and the boys in rented tuxedos as the loudspeakers played a recording of “Twelfth of Never.” There was a basketball court in the exhibition hall. There were two tiers of bleachers for the fans – one on the floor and one on a mezzanine. On Friday nights in the winter, we could go there and cheer the team on, win or lose, and the stands were full. In the fall, the whole town (or so it seemed) turned out for football games at the old campus downtown, under the lights, where on old rickety wooden bleachers we waved our pompoms and ate hot dogs, our breath a cloud in the frosty air. Halftime entertainment was the high school band and the visitors’ bleachers were as big as the home side. And as full. I went to the Breakers’ boys soccer game a couple of weeks ago, at the beautiful new Breaker Stadium. It was the game against Carmel, and I expected there to be a crowd. But the spectators could have been seated in one section of bleachers. There were more vocal Carmel fans than there were from Pacific Grove. It was an exciting game even though Carmel got a winning goal in the last minute and gave the Breakers their first league defeat. The boys played their hearts out, and virtually the only people there to watch were their parents. I see the photos fans send me of the boys and girls basketball games, and the stands are empty. Why is that? It’s great, free entertainment and a chance to see friends, so why don’t more townspeople turn out? I know that people come out for the Shoe game because I can hear them from my house four blocks away, the loudspeakers picking up the crowd noise and broadcasting it all over the neighborhood. So why are there not more fans for la crosse and basketball and all the other sports? Come on, Pacific Grove. Whether you have children in the school system – and most of us don’t – remember that tired adage, “It takes a village to raise a child.” You voted for that stadium, so you already bought your ticket. Go see some good ol’ smalltown high school sports and cheer on the next generation. Buy a hot dog and a cup of cocoa. And while you’re there, see if there’s a play or a concert or a dance concert scheduled and make plans to see it, too. We have outstanding thespians and musicians here in The Last Hometown. See you there. – Marge Ann Jameson
P.S. If you resolved to get fit with the New Year, walk up to Breaker Stadium and take a brisk lap or two around that wonderful all-weather track. The adult soccer games are fun, too, and they’re paying a fee to use the stadium. You already paid.
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New You
Health and Well-Being Women: Could a cleansing and detoxification be what you need? Well Happy New Year women readers! Is the New Year going great so far for you? Are you free of aches and pain? And are you doing what you like and wish? Are you possibly out to ride your bike with your kids, are you hiking, and dancing, singing or working on you projects with your partner? Do you have the energy and positive attitude? The kind like when you’re at your best and you’re being the mother, friend, wife and woman you really want to be? You feel happy and satisfied without depending on sugar or caffeine? How about weight? Do you love your body and figure right now? Or right now maybe you are feeling a bit achy or sore still having trouble getting off the sweets and the weight from the holidays. How is this for you? You maybe wish you could do more for your family, husband, your mother, daughter, child or friends but are having hard time even taking care of yourself from day to day, living overwhelmed. Are you wishing things were different, or even a bit more like the examples mentioned above? Replenishing your body, hydrating, cleansing and refilling your vitamin and mineral reserve is needed when we begin to feel these symptoms. Trust me – I have been there myself. Cleansing and detoxification are not a new fad; they have been used traditionally by many cultures dating way back. Cleansing is a great way to free your body from pollutants and toxins that accumulate over our life. By giving your body a little attention there can be many benefits. When you give your body the proper nutrients, fibers and detoxification tools it needs, it naturally begins to release the environmental and emotional pollutants we have been storing up. Energy levels, better health, libido
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Monterey Peninsula College Storybook Theatre presents ‘The Ant and the Grashopper’ Adapted by Rob Dearborn - Based on Aesop’s Fables Feb. 2 – 19, 2012
MPC Theatre Company’s 2012 season will open with The Ant and the Grashopper, based on Aesop’s Fables, and adapted for the stage by Rob Dearborn. It’s a classic fable that the entire family will enjoy. While the Grasshopper (Anna Schumacher) enjoys herself in the warm summer sunshine, singing and hopping about, the hard-working Ant (Pat Stadille) toils away, preparing for the coming winter. The Grasshopper pleads with the industrious Ant to play with him, begging him to take a break and enjoy himself, as the winter seems so very far away. Sooner than expected, however, the bitter chill of winter arrives, covering the ground in a thick, cold, blanket of snow. With no food available and nothing at all stored up for the frozen winter, where shall the hungry Grasshopper turn? MPC promises it’s a funny, updated version that Aesop himself would enjoy. With this production we welcome a new director to our company, although not new to theater on the peninsula. For many she will be a familiar face as Susanne is currently in her fifth year as The Western Stages’ Young Company and Outreach Coordinator. She is also resident actor and director for TWS. Acting credits include; Mrs. Lovett in Sweeney Todd, Lillie Vanessi in Kiss Me Kate and Agnes Gooch in Mame. Directing credits include; The Hostage, Rabbit Hole and Real Women have Curves. For the Young Company, Susanne has directed A Thousand Cranes, Heaven Help the Po’Taters, Animal Farm and A YC Odyssey. She is also an adjunct faculty member with Hartnell College teaching Beginning Acting, Intro to Theater and History of Theater. This past 2011 T W S season she Co-Directed and Choreographer Little Shop of Horrors and also got back on stage after a two year break and performed in Curtains. Susanne is “thrilled to be directing for MPC almost feeling like she is coming home.” She was last seen on the MPC stage as Miss Hannigan in Annie. The creative team includes Susanne
Burns (Director), D. Thomas Beck (Technical Director), Carey Crockett (Scenic Designer), Dustin Burns (Lighting and Sound Design), Gloria C. Mattos Hughes (Costume Designer), and Ana Warner (Props Design). Tickets are on sale at the MPC Box Office (646-4213) and online at https:// secure3.TicketGuys.com/mpc Preview performance on Thurs., Feb. 2 at 7:00 p.m.. Regular performances are Fri. and Sat. at 7:00 p.m. (Feb. 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18) and Sat. and Sun. at 3:00 p.m. (Feb. 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19) at the Carmel Middle School (4380 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel, CA 93923). MPC Box Office is located at 980 Fremont Street, downtown Monterey. Tickets are $15 Adults; $12 Young Adults (16-21) and Military, and $9 Children 15 and under. Tickets may be purchased from the MPC Box Office (831-646-4213) Wednesdays from 3:00 – 7:00 p.m., Thurs. and Fri. from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., at the performance venue 90 minutes prior to any performance, or online at https:// secure3.TicketGuys.com/mpc Storybook Theatre productions are made possible in part by grants from, The Monterey Peninsula Volunteer Services, The Yellow Brick Road Benefit Shop, The S.T.A.R. Foundation, The Jim Tunney Youth Foundation, and our Fairy God Parents. Thu., Feb 2 – 7:00 p.m. – Preview Fri., Feb. 3 - 7:00 p.m. - Opening Sat., Feb. 4 – 3:00 p.m. Sat., Feb. 4 - 7:00 p.m. Sun., Feb. 5 – 3:00 p.m. Fri., Feb. 10 - 7:00 p.m. Sat., Feb. 11 – 3:00 p.m. Sat., Feb. 11- 7:00 p.m. Sun., Feb. 12 – 3:00 p.m. Fri., Feb. 17 - 7:00 p.m. Sat., Feb 18 - 3:00 p.m. Sat., Feb. 18 - 7:00 p.m. Sun., Feb 19 – 3:00 p.m. - Closing
Heritage Society presents lecture
Monica Hudson – “Glimpses of Carmel-by-the-Sea”
On Fri., Feb. 7 the Heritage Society of Pacific Grove will present “Glimpses of Carmel-by-theSea” a lecture by Monica Hudson. Longtime Carmel resident Monica Hudson had enjoyed a career with California State Parks and is a sought after guide in interpreting the cultural and natural history, architecture and art of the Monterey Peninsula. She will reflect on her years on the Peninsula and discuss her book “Carmel By-the-Sea” (2006) from the Arcadia Publisher’s “Images of America” local history series. The evening promises to be fun and informative for long-time residents and first-time visitors alike. All proceeds will benefit the Heritage Society. The event will be held at the Pacific Grove Performing Arts Center, on the Pacific Grove Middle School campus located at 835 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove. Tickets are free for Heritage Society Members, $10 for non-members and $15 for family/couples non-members. The lecture will start at 7:00PM. Call 831-372-2898 to order tickets or for more information. The Heritage Society of Pacific Grove was founded in 1975 and encourages the restoration and preservation of Pacific Grove’s historic buildings. They strive to educate present-day residents about local history and historic preservation and hope to instill pride in the community and its architectural resources. If you would like more information about the Pacific Grove Heritage Society, or want to schedule an interview with one of our Board Members, please call (831) 3722898 or email info@pacificgroveheritage.org.
The Ant (Pat Stadillie) stands firm, as the Grasshopper (Anna Schumacher) pleads with him to end his labors and play. The show opens Fri., Feb. 3 at Carmel Middle School, where Monterey Peninsula College theater shows its productions while the regular theater is being refurbished.
Something Cool at the Art Center . . . invite your Valentine!
On Sunday, Feb 12 from 3p.m.-5p.m. there will be an event titled A Valentine’s Day Musical Love Fest with The Something Cool Trio performing, at 568 Lighthouse Ave at the Pacific Grove Arts Center. The Something Cool Trio includes Bill Minor on Piano; Jenn Schaaf, drums, and Heath Proskin on Bass, and offer a host of jazz standards from “My Funny Valentine” and “Unforgettable” to tunes by Radiohead and Tom Waits to love songs sung in Russian, Greek and Italian. They will by joined by Richard Mayer on flute for instrumental renderings of songs by Leonard Bernstein and Thelonious Monk; and a full set will feature the award winning voice of soprano Norma Mayer, arranged and accompanied by her husband, Richard Mayer. The cost of attending is $15 and proceeds will benefit the art programs and events of the Pacific Grove Arts Center. For more information please contact Jaqui Hope, executive director of the Pacific Grove Art Center, at 831 375-2208.
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The Green Page Tree replacement sizes Label GMOs signature Streetside or architectural feature? training offered By Bruce Cowan Environmental Landscape Consultant--Retired
Tree removal permits in Pacific Grove currently require two replacement trees, usually of 15-gal. size or larger, to be replanted on a property where a single tree was removed. A 15-gallon tree may have some use as a featured tree in a focal point area such as near a patio. In such a case it becomes almost an architectural feature. Street trees generally need to be planted fairly large so they are not damaged by pedestrians or parked vehicles. However 15-gallon or larger is not the most practical size for reforestation, or replacing tree canopy in private landscapes. As a landscaper, I know from personal experience that the larger the tree when planted, the harder it is to get it adapted to the site and the more care and water it will need. Fifteen-gallon trees are generally not worth the extra cost, are difficult for a homeowner to plant-especially if there are roots from nearby trees in the ground, are often rootbound
and are generally a poor selection. They may require perpetual staking to keep them upright. Five-gallon sizes, or especially onegallon are better. For reforestation, seedlings may be the best. I’ve planted dozens of pine and cypress seedlings on different projects with nearly 100% survival--many are medium-sized trees now. When I worked as Environmental Horticulturist at Asilomar 1968 to 1974 a 15-gallon Monterey pine was planted in a new landscape. A Monterey pine seedling came up a few feet away. Within three years the two trees were the same size, and the seedling outgrew the other. Requirements for replanting after tree removal should take into account how many original trees remain on the property, and how many new trees had been already planted by the owner prior to removal. The new draft ordinance will recommend replacements only on properties that lack a specified number of trees already existing within a given-sized lot. Hopefully the new Urban Forest Management Plan currently being developed will address this issue.
As mating season arrives monarch numbers go down This time of year, monarch numbers typically begin declining at most sites, which was the pattern observed in Monterey County. But in SLO County, monarchs increased dramatically at a couple of sites, resulting in the highest county-wide total we have seen all season. Every time we think we have a handle on monarch behavior, they go and do something different. We still have a lot to learn.
Monterey County:
Erica Krygsman (Monarch Alert Field Coordinator for Monterey County) and volunteer Kelly Surgalski conducted last week’s Monterey County counts on January 18 and 19. The average number of monarchs counted at the Pacific Grove Sanctuary was 8,633, a decrease from the previous week’s count. The number of monarchs counted at Andrew Molera State Park decreased to 4,267 and at the private property site in Big Sur the number decreased to 2,496. Counts at all sites were lower than the previous week, with the exception of Point Lobos where clusters were found in a different area that may not have been discovered last week. The overall number of monarchs in Monterey county declined to about 17,000, several thousand less than last week. Temperatures were cool with light winds both days, with mostly overcast skies on Thursday, Jan. 19. Next counts are scheduled for January 23-24.
San Luis Obispo County:
Last week’s SLO County Monarch Alert counts were conducted from January 13-16 by Ryan Slack (Monarch Alert Field Coordinator for SLO County) and Grace Davis (student intern). The average number of monarchs counted at Pismo increased to 23,084 monarchs, Halcyon increased to 9,008, and San Luis Obispo Cemetery nearly doubled to 3,153. Morro Bay Golf Course, on the other hand, decreased by more than half to 3,130. The decrease at Morro Bay Golf Course was surprising but the site was searched thoroughly the day it was counted and searched again later in the day for fliers coming from different areas. The weather was clear and warm for Friday and Monday, but mostly cloudy and cooler on Saturday and Sunday. This week’s San Luis Obispo Monarch Alert counts were conducted from January 19-21 by Ryan Slack, Grace Davis, and Nina Daquigan (student intern). The average number of monarchs counted at Pismo increased to 26,967, which is the highest count so far this season. Even more interesting is the fact that Halcyon Hill nearly doubled to 17,034. The Morro Bay Golf Course count remains low at 2,709 butterflies. The overall number of monarchs in SLO County increased to ~60,000. The weather was mainly overcast and warm/cool with a stronger breeze on Saturday morning. There was light rain on Friday afternoon that persisted until sometime early Saturday morning, before counts were conducted. The next counts are planned for Febuary 3 to Febuary 6. As always, updated graphs will be up soon at the Monarch Alert website: http://monarchalert.calpoly.edu/html/current_trends.html Jessica Griffiths Monarch Alert
Interested persons willing to gather signatures to place the Label Genetically engineer Food Initiative on the upcoming state ballot are invited to “come out and make history” by gathering signatures for the Label Genetically Engineered Food Initiative. Revisions to the initiative have made it stronger, but the new petition date is now Feb. 18, 2012. “We need more volunteers to gather signatures. We will have a limited time to gather 800,000 California voters’ signatures to get the initiative on the ballot,” said Colleen Ingram of Label GMOs. The next of many signature gathering trainings, meetings, and movies for Monterey County will be held on Wed., Jan. 25, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., with a signature
training and a screening of the movie “Monster Salmon.” The training and film will be held at the Pacific Grove High School Library, 615 Sunset Ave., Pacific Grove. The first hour is signature training, but during the second hour there will be a 35 minute movie about the Aquabounty Salmon. Learn what the academic studies on GMO salmon reveal about the possible health and environmental complications with Aquabounty Salmon. There will also be a signature training on Sat., Jan. 28, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. at Sweet Elena’s Bakery and Cafe, 465D Olympia Ave., Sand City. Please contact Colleen at labelgmomonterey@gmail.com or call 831204-8633 with questions or for more information.
Sustainable PG will revive community garden idea Sustainable PG has begun a campaign for a community garden and has the agreement of Applied Solar Energy, tenants at the Green Spot area in the Grand/Pine/Forest corner. First clean up date for the lot is Sun. Feb. 5 at 1 PM. They plan to clean up the sidewalk areas all around three sides of the property plus the interior. There are fruit trees already
planted, shrubs that need pruning, leaves that need sweeping etc. There is a plan for a garden against the north wall that would be accessible for those who have disabilities with raised beds and vertical gardens. Invite anyone interested. Tell them to bring sunscreen, hats, rakes, and brooms. If you have questions, contact Karin Locke, wisteriagma@comcast.net
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