In This Issue
Kiosk Saturday, July 17 11: 00 a.m. Feast of Lanterns Fundraiser “Keep the Lanterns Lit!” BBQ in Jewell Park Kids games 25¢ Free Entrance • Saturday, July 17 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. “Sparkle in the Sunshine” Jewelry Fundraising Event PG Discovery Shop Country Club Gate Shopping Center Contact: 372-0866 • Sunday, July 18 1- 3 p.m. Music in the Park Series “Microtonic Harmonic” Bring your own Picnic Fare Jewell Park, Pacific Grove Free • Wednesday, July 21 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Alternate Fuels: Mandatory or Optional lecture By Dr. Allen Fuhs of NPGS MPC Gentrain Lecture Series MPC Lecture Forum 103 Info: 646-4224 Parking Fee • Lecture Free • Wed – Fri • July 21 – 23 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Daily Annual Breaker Wrestling Camp Entering 6th to 12th Grade PGH Info: Bill Grant 649-5237 $99 • Friday, July 23 6 – 9 p.m. Wine, Art & Music Walk Sponsored by Pacific Grove Chamber Open to the Public Free • Saturday, July 24 10 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Mum’s Place Summer Party & BBQ 246 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove Complimentary • Saturday, July 24 2 – 6:00 p.m. Shall We Dance Tango Boot Camp “Introduction & Putting It All Together” 205 17th St., Pacific Grove Pre-register: Nance Hoeft 831•915-7523 tangonance@gmail.com Tuition: $15 & $60 • Now - July 25 “Alice in Wonderland” Friday & Saturday 8:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. Sunday Matinee Carmel Outdoor Forest Theater Mountain View and Santa Rita Tickets: www.foresttheaterguild.org 831•626-1681 Adults $25 • Seniors $20 $15 Students & Children • Now- September 28 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Exhibition, The Liturgical Arts of E. Charlton Fortune 1885-1967 Mora Chapel Gallery 3080 Rio Road Sundays are Complimentary • Sunday, August 8 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Grove Chamber Pacific Grove Summer Festival Arts & Crafts, Food & Entertainment • Ongoing Mondays Certified Farmers Market 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. New Location! Central & Grand, Pacific Grove Info: 831-384-6961 Free
Who was Lewis Carroll? - Page 4
July 16-22, 2010
New look at building - Pags 10-11
The God Proof- Page 7
Times
Pacific Grove Community News
Vol. II, Issue 43
Mayor and council member nominations now open
‘Tis apparently the season
Everywhere we’ve looked around Pacific Grove for the past couple of weeks there have been construction signs, ribbon cuttings or ground-breakings both on public and private property. For example, above, ceremonial shovels await officials at last week’s ground-breaking at Gateway Center. Gateway is remodeling to better meet California State requirements. Skyler Lewis took the photo, and took a fresh look at construction on four of PG Unified School District campuses, pages 10-11.
Traffic Commission looks at bicycles, other issues By Cameron Douglas The Pacific Grove Traffic Safety Commission discussed issues pertaining to bicycles at their July 13 meeting. Last month, a subcommittee developed a listing of existing and proposed Class I, II and III bicycle facilities and a listing of proposed pedestrian improvement projects. Commissioner Jan Roehl described the three top projects: Establishing a bike path on Pine Avenue Striping, signs and bike racks for proposed routes
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Farmer’s Market debuts at new location
PG Farmers’ Market New Location Debut Celebration! Monday, July 19; Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony from 5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., Market open 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Now located at Central and Grand near the park, Museum and Library. RibbonCutting will take place at Museum, located at 165 Forest Ave. Mayor Carmelita Garcia will cut the ribbon at 5:00 followed by a performance by local band Microtonic Harmonic and light refreshments. First 100 shoppers will receive a market coupon while supplies last. More information can be had by calling 384-6961.
Six out of the seven Pacific Grove city council seats, including that of the mayor, will be up for grabs in the coming November election, and the nomination filing period is open from now until August 11, 2010. Only Councilmember Bill Kampe’s seat is not open and has two more years to run. Four of the seats are currently held by appointed individuals -- Councilmembers Robert Huitt, Ken Cuneo and Dan Miller and mayor Carmelita Garcia. The mayor’s job is a two-year term. Council positions are four years, and five city council seats will be open. However, two of those are to complete the remaining
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Straight debates
Cedar Street Times will host debates for candidates, ballot measure Candidates for mayor and city council will be invited to take part in the public debate this fall, hosted by Cedar Street Times. Such debates are a cornerstone of the American electoral process and provide the opportunity for voters to gain a stronger sense of the candidates. The debate moderator will present a planned set of questions for the candidates’ response. Questions from the public are also welcome. Please send those in advance to: editor@cedarstreettimes.com/ The debate is tentatively scheduled for the afternoon of Sunday, October 9, 2010 at a venue to be announced. One of the more important issues that will come before PG voters this fall is the
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Times • July 16, 2010 Former resident charged with assault on a military person at Asilomar Beach
Sandy Hamm
Cop log PG Dog Gone Dog Report (2 items) We had one report of dogs barking in the area of Pine Garden Lane, no reason was given for the barking. Item #2: Subject 1 said that her dog ran into the street in front of the dog park causing subject 2 to bring the vehicle they were riding to come an abrupt halt. The subject in the vehicle then began to call the dog owner irresponsible and berate her. The dog owner then became angry and made some statements of her own. The two then went their separate ways. The dog had no comment.
Flipping Off
In the area of Ocean View Blvd. a woman reported having had a dispute with her neighbor. Both parties made obscene gestures toward each other and cussed at each other. Both parties admitted they have had an ongoing problem. Both parties agreed to not speck to each other I order to resolve the issue of not getting along.
Rings Wallets and Things
Lost and or found in and around the Grove this week were: Lost: A black leather wallet with military ID $200.00 cash and credit cards; a Jansport type backpack with contents including Arizona ID, vitamins, glasses, iPhone, notebook and wallet. Found: Two cell phones no description, a wallet no description, an ATM card and a ring. No further descriptions of items.
Devolved Human
Reports of animal cruelty around the Ocean View Blvd. area a person was spotted throwing rocks and killing squirrels.
Door Prize
Vehicle Two was driving east bound on Central Ave. Driver One opened the door of Vehicle One while in the vehicle. Driver Two did not have enough time to avoid colliding with Vehicle One.
His stuff / Her stuff
Two persons, male and female were involved in an argument in the parking lot of Carl’s Jr. Both persons are homeless and are living out of her truck. The man began removing his property from the vehicle and accused the woman of stealing from him. The woman then placed her property into the vehicle and drove away. The man was left with his property in the parking lot.
On Tuesday, July 13, 2010 at approximately 11:50 p.m., Pacific Grove Police department officers were dispatched to the area of the 1800 block of Sunset Drive in Pacific Grove regarding the report of a battery. Officers found a 20 year-old female with a 1-inch laceration to her scalp. The victim and witnesses reported they were at a gathering on Asilomar Beach and came into contact with another group on the beach. When it became known that the victim’s group were members of the United States Armed Forces and attending DLI, members of the other group began making derogatory comments toward them, referring to them as “baby killers.” To avoid any further altercation, the military personnel started to leave the beach. One of the members of the other group threw a beer bottle, striking the victim in the head. The suspect then fled the area. The victim was transported via ambulance to CHOMP and required staples to close the wound. Officers identified the suspect as 20 year-old former Pacific Grove resident Tyler Tirado. Tirado was located at a residence in Monterey and placed under arrest. Tirado was booked at Monterey County Jail for Tyler Tirado assault with a deadly weapon and assault on military personnel and was being held on $30,000 bail.
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Annual maintenance for the Rec Trail “Bicycles have become the thing,” commented commissioner Winston Elstob, who also voiced concern about riders pedaling at excessive speed on the Rec Trail. It was noted that in other localities with similar bike trails there exists an 8-mile-per-hour speed limit that is vigorously enforced. In other business, resident Mark Stotzer submitted a letter regarding speeding traffic and drivers not heeding no-left-turn signs in the neighborhood of Marino Pines and Walnut off Sunset Drive. This resulted in a request to Commander John Miller for specialized enforcement by the traffic officer in order to get a handle on the problem. Ray Davis, representing Public Works pending the return of Deputy Interim City Manager Jim Becklenberg, received a request to check signage in the area and to check on overgrown vegetation on Marino Pines. Before adjournment, Commissioner Henry Leinen suggested three items for next month’s agenda. First, a recommendation by motorcycle officer Steve Rana to improve the stop signs at Fountain and Pine; second, cars parked across from driveways on Sloat Avenue are causing difficulty for residents attempting to exit those driveways — making for yet another discussion of traffic issues on Sloat; and both parking enforcement officers have commented on the waiting list for downtown business owners wanting parking permits. These issues will likely be discussed at the August 10 meeting. Traffic Safety Commission meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month at 580 Pine Avenue in the police department training room beginning at 4 p.m. All interested parties are welcome to attend. For specific concerns, letters should be submitted in advance via City Hall.
Tourist trolley plans curtailed
P.G. will not have the trolley this year with the exception of a 2-4 week test run in August. MST is looking into buying 2 used trolley for our use in 2011 summer season. Monies that were allocated for running the trolley this season are now available to be utilized elsewhere for 2010/2011 fiscal year.
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two years of the four-year terms that began in 2008. Those are currently all filled by appointment. All current incumbents are within term limits and therefore eligible to run again. While papers have not as yet been returned, at least four of the incumbents have indicated that they will run for either the two- or four-year terms available. One councilmember, Lisa Bennett, previously indicated that she would not be seeking reelection. Pacific Grove mayor Carmelita Garcia must run again having filled the position vacated by Dan Cort last year. She has indicated that she will likely seek election. Garcia had given up her elected seat on the council to become mayor. City Clerk and Elections Official Lawrence Bangert has prepared a Candidate’s Handbook for all Pacific Grove residents interested in running for an elected city office. Each candidate must be a registered voter and a resident of the City of Pacific Grove for at least 30 days before the date of election. Individuals interested in serving should stop by the city clerk’s office on the second floor of City Hall for forms and information. You may also request a copy of Candidate’s Handbook, plus all needed forms, by email: lbangert@ci.pg.ca.us/ The city will hold a candidates’ briefing after the close of nomination filing to assist all candidates be fully up to date on current and expected matters addressed by Council. The general election will be held on November 2.
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library parcel tax. Cedar Street Times is planning a special debate between proponents and opponents of the special parcel tax, on or about October 5, the day mail-in ballots will be sent out to voters. The debate on the ballot measure will be held separately from the candidates’ debate. More than half of Pacific Grove voters traditionally vote by mail ahead of the election which is set for November 2, 2010.
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Campaign signs 101 By Cameron Douglas “Sign, sign, everywhere a sign, Blockin’ out the scenery, breakin’ my mind...” Go on, admit it: you remember that 1970 hit song by the Five Man Electrical Band. No? Well, song or no song, too many signs is a bad thing. In Pacific Grove, there are rules and regulations pertaining to political campaign signs. With the November election on the way and a nomination process underway, it’s a good time to review these policies. Chapter 20 of the PG Municipal Code prohibits political signs on public property or in public rights-of-way. In such instances, the city may remove the signs and charge responsible parties for removal costs. (PGMC 20.04.030) Campaign signs are allowed without a permit if they do not: Exceed 16 square feet in residential zones. Exceed 20 square feet in other zones. Political signs are allowed no earlier than 6 weeks before the election, and must be removed within 7 days after the election. (PGMC 20.04.120) If you’re really hungry for details, here are more local election rules: Article 43 of the PG Charter says that candidates for city office cannot solicit contribution or service from any city employee. Candidates cannot use authority or influence to secure votes or contributions from city officers or employees. And city employees cannot state the fact of their employment in any ad for a candidate or ballot measure. (Article 43 does not apply to contributions or services promoting or opposing measures that affect city employee rates of pay or retirement. However, such activity cannot take place during working hours or at the work place.) Pacific Grove campaign finance limits No contribution by a non-individual. $500 (CPI adjusted) individual limit per election. Disclose before deposit of $100 or more (name, address, job & employer) File disclosure with city on the Friday before the election. Contribution before decision: recusal if $250 or more. Contribution after decision: No contribution or deposit of $250 or more. (PGMC Chapter 2.30) Be diligent, be informed, and VOTE. Okay
Forest Hill Manor—The Right Place, the Right Time “Moving to Forest Hill Manor was the Best Decision I’ve Made in Many Years”
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ast year, when Harvey Kraftzeck decided to move to a retirement community, he turned to his daughter Marta for support in his decision making. They visited several places but when they saw this “perfect-sized” apartment at Forest Hill Manor, with a view of the ocean and the gardens, they knew it was ideal for him in every way. Now both he and Marta could not be happier with his choice. Marta Kraftzeck, the first woman winemaker on the Central Coast, and her father are detail oriented. They agree that Forest Hill Manor has given Harvey a whole new perspective on life. As he says, “It’s simply great living here. It’s comfortable and convenient and easy to get around with everything in one building. I enjoy fantastic food, wonderful, friendly residents and a spectacular staff. I can’t describe how happy I am to be here.” There’s so much to do, “I have more of a social life than I’ve had for 10 years. There’s always interesting people and fascinating activities from music to lectures, cribbage games to discussion groups. In fact, I think I’m more content than I’ve been for maybe three decades.”
551 Gibson Avenue Pacific Grove, CA 93950 (831) 657-5200 Toll Free (866) 657-4900 www.foresthillmanor.org A continuing care retirement community of California-Nevada Methodist Homes RCFE lic # 270700245 COA #050
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Marta is delighted with her father’s life at Forest Hill Manor too. Now, along with fine dining, the whole community is learning about wine through a series of wine tasting classes Marta is offering with Scheid Wines. The joy of living simply gets better all the time at Forest Hill Manor. Families often enrich the lives of all residents by thoughtful actions. Marta adds to the delight of many by offering a series of Wine Tasting Classes with her Scheid wines. Come and share the joy of living at Forest Hill Manor today. Call Paul at (831) 646-6488 or Richard at (831) 646-6489 or toll free 1-866-657-4900 today for information or to arrange a visit. 7/8/10 11:32 PM
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“Give me belief again – in Wonderland!”
s simplistic as we like to think it is to speak or be spoken to, to listen, hear, discern and decipher sounds and innuendo, the science of linguistics (study of natural language) teaches us otherwise. No joke is funny unless you see the point of it, and of course jokes can’t be seen at all, just as this may be beginning to sound like nonsense, though of course, there are no sounds as one reads silently. Lewis Carroll was a master of logical mathematics and word usage. On July 4, 1865 Lewis Carroll arranged for two thousand copies of first edition Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland to be published. This date commemorated the boating trip three years prior, and the anniversary of the day he first told the story of Alice, perhaps because of Alice Liddell, a young girl of his acquaintance. Today there are Lewis Carroll Societies in England, the USA, and Canada but it may come as a surprise to know that Carroll has a large following in Japan, with sixty known Japanese editions of the Alice books in print as of the year 2000. Jabberwocky, portmanteau and neologism (first used in 1483 according to the Oxford English Dictionary) are words describing the bending of words and words that name the meaning of words. How should anyone be expected to capture the full wit and flavor of Lewis Carroll’s’ stories, when they were written entirely for a culture and audience of another century? Most likely it is because we are creatures of nomenclature, we indeed exchange lexical meanings that often are ambiguous.
Katie Shain
Blatant Pious Pontification Lewis Carroll has been psychoanalyzed, criticized, idolized, demonized and scrutinized, but few know of the recently-surfaced bank ledgers of Reverend C. L. Dodgson – Lewis Carroll’s real name – revealing fresh insights. Unexpectedly, Jenny Wool of London, England, having developed a lifelong body of knowledge based on her curious interest, discovered his private hand-written bank ledgers within the confines of an unexplored bank vault. Woolf researched and wrote about them in her newly-released book The Mystery of Lewis Carroll. The original records run from 1856, when he was 24, to 1900, two years after he died at the age of 66. In The Mystery of Lewis Carroll, Jenny Woolf points out his anonymous philanthropic generosity that speaks to his kind and empathic nature. “The lists of names and figures, when investigated, illuminate many details of his life: the kind of sums that he spent on printing his pamphlets or paying his washerwoman, the price of his ticket for the 1860 ‘Darwin: Debate between Wilberforce and Huxley,’ and the sort of fees he charged for providing photographs of peoples’ children,” says Woolf. “The way
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he spent his money shows that he detested cruelty, evil and exploitation. He gave to a wide range of charities, most of them humanitarian and some of them dealing with matters which make it plain that Dodgson was no innocent — and (as has become increasingly obvious in recent years) no paedophile either.” She declares that his personal attitudes were “a curious mixture of bohemian, moralistic, liberal and conservative and that his religious faith is evident
"Drink me" Sir John Tenniel, 1865 Wood-engraving by Dalziel Illustration for the first chapter of Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland throughout the document.” Entirely factual, Woolf’s picture of Lewis Carroll is open to interpretation and offers a vital, uncensored glimpse of the real man behind the mythical “Lewis Carroll.” Woolf paints him as “a fascinating, and at times unexpected picture of an unpredictable – and also very likable –man.” The re is so much more to know about this man and how his contributions to society are still affecting our world and consciousness today. For now, this is all you get, but life is long and what will follow in future issues of Cedar Street Times will be even more revealing on this topic and its influence on the historical “local” bohemians of the area and perhaps society at large. Always check with The Works first, however Borders in Sand City currently carries copies of The Mystery of Lewis Carroll, with foreword by Edward Wakeling. Jenny Woolf can be found on line @ Jabberwock.co.uk The Carmel Outdoor Forest Theatre is currently presenting a main stage production of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. (See Kiosk, page 1 of this issue, for details)
Letters to the Editor
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Keep the lanterns lit! Feast of Lanterns presents
BBQ in the Park
with Children’s Activities
at Jewell Park
Across from the Museum on Central Avenue
July 17 at 11:00 a.m. Free entrance!
Tri-tip with sides $12 Hot dogs $3 Offered by Grove Market and prepared by The Retired Firehouse Cook Neil Jameson! (veteran of many BBQs on both sides of the grill!)
Opportunity Drawing tickets will be for sale Support Pacific Grove’s 105 year-old tradition!
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Times • July 16, 2010
Jon Guthrie
High Hats & Parasols The News … from 1910.
Mayflower church burns to ground!
The Mayflower Congregational Church is a mass of ruins, fire having broken out in the structure some time Sunday night, and then burned everything to the ground. Pacific Improvement Company watchman Frank Wilcoxsen spotted flames at about 4 o’clock this morning. Wilcoxsen at once ran to the engine house and sounded the alarm. Unfortunately, the electric lights had all been turned off at the power plant in Monterey. The firemen had to grope for their clothing in the dark and consequently they were not upon the scene as soon as they would have been during daylight conditions. The Mayflower Congregation was organized in 1892. During the year 1893, the church building was erected. In May, 1894, Mr. W. Ferrier took over as pastor. Ferrier released his position to the Rev. Dr. J. H. Goodall just a few months ago. Under the Rev. Goodall’s direction, a beautiful pipe organ had just been installed. A few books and folding chairs amounted to all that could be saved from within the church. Large sparks were carried a block or more away, where they fell upon the roofs of houses and, had the roof shingles been dry, a dozen or more auxiliary blazes might have begun. Fortunately, a heavy fog-mist precluded such from happening. Special efforts were made to save the church piano, but by the time the instrument was gotten partly through the door, the heat was so intense that the piano was abandoned on the threshold, where flames immediately consumed it. A fine, new stereopticon with about one hundred slides, provided by Mr. A. E. Bunker, were totally destroyed. The photo-viewing device had cost more than $300. 1
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The stereopticon was a projector for transparent slides which often had double lenses so as to produce views that dissolved one into the other.
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In 1910, Pacific Grove accommodated a large number of “part-time” residents. Crews were available to board and unboard cottages. Today, with the exception of corporate / temporary-rental properties, most homes are lived in year round and boarding-unboarding windows is no longer a requirement.
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Funicular refers to a cable railway ascending a mountain. Interestingly, Encyclopedia Britannica stated that the word was not in use prior to 1911. Yet, the Pacific Grove Review used the word in a most casual manner as early as 1910.
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Gocart racing was becoming a significant fad. The price of $2 seems a bit of a come-on, however. One could expect to pay between $12 and $25 for a substantial gocart.
Pacific Grove boys win basketball game
The Pacific Grove boys High School basketball team was escorted into Monterey to fight a pitched battle on the basketball court. After several back-and-forths, the Grove five broke out on top and stayed there. This was the local squad’s first win of the season. Does it matter that their opponents were from the Monterey Grammar School?
Wyeth contract let
That it will be a handsome store is all but certain. Frank J. Wyeth has awarded a contract for placing a new and up-to-date front on his Forest avenue grocery. C. W. Van Horn won the bidding. Work will begin at once. Would-be bidders are now urged to save themselves the trouble. Bids will no longer be considered.
The Lace House has second ad
If you are seeking the Lace House ad in its normal place, you should look elsewhere. While ads will continue in the normal location after this week, the Lace House has also obtained a larger ad elsewhere. There, readers will find weekly bargains such as this week’s savings in flannelette night dresses, skirts, and all sorts of items for women. Take a look around the Review. See what the Lace House has to say!
Unboard those windows!
The Cruther’s cottage on 19th street is losing its boarded-up look. Owner Mrs. Cruthers has sent word to her maintenance crew that she wishes windows to be cleared away and the property prepared for occupation. Mrs. Cruthers advised the Review that she intends to return to the Grove from San Jose for an extended stay. The precise duration of Mrs. Cruthers visit has not yet been determined and her purpose is not yet known. 2
Travels the world
Mr. M. J. Eugster, formerly of Pacific Grove, now travels the world to complete contracted work. Mr. Eugster, a graduate of Stanford University, is an engineer much in demand. Eugster’s latest work is being conducted from an office at the summit of an Alps pass. For several years, Eugster has been devising a plan to construct a funicular line up the Mont Blanc range from Chamonix to the Matterhorn. Travel will be aboard suspended cable cars. Eugster reported to the Review that his biggest problem has been securing financing, but that all required money has now been raised. 3 Starting at the village of Pelerina, which is in the Chamoix valley, the “lift” will make three climbs (12,608 feet, 7,620 feet, and 11, 665 feet) and will travel evenly through forests and across glaciers.
Notes from around the area…
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
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The members of Mayflower Congregational church have made arrangements to hold their prayer meetings every Thursday evening at El Bethel Mission. The hour is set for 7:30, unless notice of change is provided.
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Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Scholer, who live on Pacific avenue, have gone up to Berkeley to visit a daughter enrolled in the California university. The Shcoler’s will also visit several friends who have chosen to reside in that place.
Jehovah’s Witnesses of Pacific Grove 1100 Sunset Drive, 831-375-2138
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J. C. Pryor, who is a candidate for city trustee, begs for you to consider him for your November vote.
Church of Christ 176 Central Avenue, 831-375-3741
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Colonel Frank Johnson is prepared to make several flights aboard a Curtiss biplane from the Del Monte race track on Saturday and Sunday, next. The event is sure to attract a large crowd, so obtain tickets early.
Lighthouse Fellowship of Pacific Grove 804 Redwood Lane, 831-333-0636
The cost of living… •
Portable chicken houses are for sale at 825 Pine venue. These will make a bargain for someone at $5 per house.
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D’s Theater will show a mile of living pictures tonight. It’s their biggest show yet and these big bills are decidedly attractive. 15¢ a seat.
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Surrey for sale. My horse died and without a horse my surrey does me no good. $22.
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Collapsible leather gocarts are being sold by J. K. Paul’s furniture state. These are fine gocarts, and are sold at a bargain. Starting at $2. 4
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George Shelton is offering new and used books at bargain-basement prices. Used from 15¢. New from $1. Come in and browse.
First Church of God 1023 David Avenue, 831-372-5005
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 @ 10:30 a.m.
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The God Proof: What are a couple of 40 year-old notebooks worth to you? “I’ve never heard of anyone being persuaded by a proof of God’s existence, whether by Kurt Gödel or anyone else. A proof that can change someone’s mind is called “coercive. “ There are lots of coercive proofs out there. . . . “Could a coercive proof be made for God’s existence? A reasonable person can certainly have her doubts. But you’d also be forced to admit that if any mathematician could come up with an unexpected results, it would be Gödel, who made a career out of them.” — Jeffrey Kegler Author, The God Proof
of the story. these forays into mysticism are interesting, but his characters are certainly lively and didn’t need the mysticism to draw them together. Gloss over them or skip them entirely and it’s an exciting novel, one you might even refer to should the subject of a proof for God’s existence ever come up at a cocktail party. Highly recommended, you can find it at Artisana Gallery at 309 Forest Avenue and at The Works at 667 Lighthouse Avenue, both in Pacific Grove. You can also download it or buy it from Amazon, but my recommendation is to buy it locally and keep it on your shelf – it could even become a reference. I smell a
screenplay here. And in case you’re wondering, we’re reprinting Gödel’s proof here. It’s all Greek to me, too. The God Proof by Jeffrey Kegler CreateSpace Press ISBN 978-1-4348-0735-9 $19.95
Marge Ann Jameson
Book Review
Above: Gödel’s notation for The God Proof in all its glory.
DEPICTING NATURE: ALBERT T. DEROME (1885-1959) South Shore Pt. Lobos toward Highlands rocks. by Albert T. DeRome, Jan. 12, 1939
Jeffrey Kegler is a computer programmer and mathematician who lives in Pacific Grove. His first novel (though he has written or co-authored dozens of other academic pieces), The God Proof, takes a decades-old, real-life mystery and makes an engaging novel from it. Vienna-born Kurt Gödel, Einstein’s closest friend, was a shy, brilliant mathemetician. Robert Oppenheimer, scientific director of the Manhattan Project to create the atom bomb, called him “the greatest logician since Aristotle,” with a reputation for airtight proofs. Probably in the 1940s, though no one knows for sure, he began working on an ontological proof for the existence of God. Desperately afraid of ridicule, and suffering from paranoia, Gödel never went public with his work on the proof. In fact, he told no one else about it until about 1970 when he thought he was dying (he died in 1978). After his death, his papers were found to be carefully organized, but there were two things missing: his two notebooks on his work on the God Proof. That much is true. “I admit it. I’m a sucker for the “lost document” trope.” says Kegler on his blog. Fast forward to 2008. Our hero is sitting in his apartment in Pacific Grove, watching a harbor seal with a propensity for rock climbing, when a beautiful and obviously wealthy woman bursts in, slams down a briefcase and $20,000 and hires him to help her protect what’s in the case. Yup. The notebooks. Trouble is, some other people want them, too, and for various reasons. The twists and turns of the plot, interspersed with local scenes and thinly veiled references (“Spencer House” for “Winchester Mystery House” for example) to local landmarks make it a fun read, particularly for Pacific Grove denizens. There are the requisite chase scenes, a little bit of sex and an explosion or two to keep the reader on the edge of his seat. Beautiful women, lots of money and lost love round out the picture. Kegler has a wonderful sense of humor and a real knack for those sentences at the end of the chapters that make us hungrily turn to the next one. He even makes the logic, philosophy and mathematics fun, much moreso than Dr. Panagopolos did for his unfortunate logic and philosophy students (including Yours Truly) at San Jose State. Would that Kegler had been around when we were suffering through endless discussions about Nietsche and the “God Is Dead” argument that rears its head every few years! I was so engaged with the story that I went to the author’s blog to read more about the “legends” surrounding Gödel’s United States immigration hearing. It seems Gödel had read the U.S. Constitution and had created a proof that it has a flaw (only one?) that would allow the United states to become a dictatorship. His friends Albert Einstein and Oskar Morgenstern were terrified that Gödel would bring it up at the hearing, and sure enough, he did, beginning to correct the judge. We were thrilled to learn that Kegler has found missing evidence surrounding the hearing. He did, by the way, become a citizen. Be forewarned, though. While Kegler admits in the foreword that friends told him to leave them out, he kept a lot of chapters about some more esoteric Tibetan forms of Buddhism, and legends based therein, in the book — something he could have left completely out or only vaguely referrenced and still kept the integrity
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Maria Poroy, Access Benefits Feast of Lanterns lapel pin now on sale to support event Katie Shain
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This is a woman that has been around more than one track, and that in itself is a serious benefit to Pacific Grove. In addition to her known attributes and her Access Benefits Group business savvy, here are a few additional benefits you may wish to become aware of. Maria Poroy founded ABG in 1989 after having achieved her MBA degree and “doing the Fortune 500 thing.” Always an artist at heart, each and every decision Maria makes on her behalf or for others is carefully considered, and because of her years of experience she quickly perceives and initiates results. Other known highlights from her past are; spirited panel discussions on Health Care reform, composing low cost medical and dental plans for profit and nonprofit institutions and always doing so with a heart for the employee as well as the employer. She has published “Everything and a Dog” which is likely more than everything anyone would ever need to know about pets in the workplace and pet insurance. She is a speaker, a small business workshop commentator and an editor of Suze Orman’s health care materials. Poroy knows whatever you want
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Pacific Grove’s Feast of Lanterns celebration is not a City sponsored event but is its multi-cultural heritage festival originally used to mark the close of the Chautauqua Assembly. Today it is a summer festival produced each year by an all volunteer group, which include friends of the festival, Royal Court families, and its Board of Directors. It is funded entirely by your donations and contributions, and like so many other nonprofits, donations to the Feast of Lanterns have been effected these past three years by the economic downturn. It is because of this the public will see location changes for two events this year – the Street Dance and Pageant on the Pier. The Street Dance will be moved into Chautauqua Hall and the Pageant to the Performing Arts Center-Pacific Grove. The reason for these location changes this year is simple – money; our treasury is limited. The residents of our community and friends of the Feast of Lanterns can help us Keep the Lanterns Lit by showing their support and desire to take the Pageant back to Lovers Point and the dance back to the Street by purchasing a Feast of Lanterns commemorative lapel pin and wearing it proudly. The special Lantern Lighter commemorative lapel pin can be purchased for $25 at any Feast of Lanterns event or through its website or by sending a check to PG Feast of Lanterns, Inc. Attention: Dixie at PO Box 809 Pacific Grove, CA 93950. The Feast of Lanterns is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization, with an all volunteer Board of Directors. The proceeds of the festival each year, minus operating expenses, fund an academic scholarship program for the Royal Court, who are community spirited, active middle and high school students.
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Baked beans and hot dogs: A Dynamic Duo July is National Baked Bean Month Baked beans are a hot dog’s best friend. They go together like a hand and a glove. What would summer picnics be without them? Baked beans may be made from dry-packaged or canned beans.
What is a Dry Bean?
According to americanbean.org, dry beans are produced in pods and belong to the family of plants called legumes. The shape of the bean distinguishes it from other legumes like peas and lentils. Usually beans are kidney-shaped or oval as opposed to peas that are round and lentils that have a flat, disk-like shape. The term “dry beans” refers to both beans that are dry-packaged in sealed bags and those that are pre-cooked in cans. Dry beans include varieties such as Pinto, Navy, Lima and Black beans but not green beans, string beans or soybeans.
1 teaspoon black pepper, preferably freshly ground salt, to taste
Betsy Slinkard Alexander
Not Your Grandmother’s Recipes
Directions:
Sort and rinse beans. Cover with 2 quarts of water (avoid using very hard water – beans may not soften as they cook), bring to a boil and cook 2 minutes. Skim off any foam, cover and let stand for 1 hour. (Or, cover beans with 2 quarts water and let stand 8 hours or overnight, refrigerated.) Preheat oven to 300° F. Add all remaining ingredients except salt to beans and their soaking water. Stir well, cover and bake for about 2 hours. Remove cover and continue baking until beans are tender, about 1 additional hour. (Or, simmer on stovetop, lid ajar, until beans are tender, about 2 hours. Check occasionally to make sure they aren’t dry. Add more water if necessary.) Taste for seasoning, add salt to taste.
Preparing Dry-Packaged Beans for Cooking
The Bean Education & Awareness Network (B.E.A.N.) says you should soak dry-packaged beans to help soften and return moisture to the beans and reduce cooking time. Most beans will rehydrate to triple their dry size, so be sure to start with a large enough pot.
TIP: Allow plenty of time. Older beans take longer.
Preferred Hot Soak and Quick Soak Methods
Sources: http://americanbean.org Bean Education & Awareness Network (B.E.A.N.) Recipe and photo: www.recipetips.com.
Hot soaking helps dissolve some of the gas-causing substances, making the beans easier to digest. For each pound of beans add 10 cups of hot water; heat to boiling and let boil 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat, cover and set aside for at least one hour (Quick Soak) or up to 4 hours (Hot Soak). For the Traditional Overnight Soak add 10 cups of cold water for each pound (2 cups) of dry-packaged beans and let soak overnight or at least 8 hours.
Cooking Dry-Packaged Beans
Drain soaking water and rinse beans; cook in fresh water. In general beans take 30 minutes to 2 hours to cook depending on variety. Check bean packaging for specific cooking times and instructions. Spice up beans while they cook. Seasonings such as garlic, onion, oregano, parsley or thyme can be added to the pot while beans are cooking. Add acidic ingredients such as tomatoes, vinegar, wine or citrus juices only at the end of cooking when the beans
Serving Size: 1 cup Servings: 8 Container: 4 quart or larger Dutch oven or heavy pot
Vegetarian Baked Beans
are tender. Add salt only after the beans are cooked to tender. If added before, salt may cause bean skins to become impermeable, halting the tenderizing process. To test for doneness bite-taste a few beans. They should be tender but not overcooked. When cooling, keep beans in cooking liquid to prevent them from drying out.
Cooking with Canned Beans
Canned beans are a great convenience since they are already presoaked and precooked. Always drain and thoroughly rinse canned beans before adding them to a recipe. It is not necessary to re-cook canned beans, just heat them if a recipe calls for it. Canned beans, like drypackaged beans, absorb flavors from other ingredients in a dish because their skins are completely permeable.
Ingredients: 1 pound dried beans 1 onion, chopped 2 carrots, chopped or coarsely grated 2 celery stalks, sliced thinly 4 garlic cloves, minced (optional) ¼ cup brown sugar ½ cup ketchup 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce
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@sbgglobal.net or www.slinkardpr.com.
Not all Boston Baked Beans have beans in them Remember Wax Lips? Zagnuts? BB Bats, Wax Bottles filled with soda water? Fizzies and those straws with chocolate that supposedly turned plain old milk to chocolate (or even strawberry-flavored) milk? How about Beeman’s gum and Black Jack gum (they’re still made in Canada)? There were candy cigarettes, Sugar Daddies and Sugar Babies. . .and Boston Baked Beans. “Boston Baked Beans” are still being made, and we found this information on the Internet: “The Boston Baked Bean" is a generic name used throughout the candy industry for sugar coated peanuts. Ferrara Pan Candy Company developed their line of Boston Baked Beans in the early 1930's, right around the same time that Red Hots were introduced. The Boston Baked Bean is created using the cold panned candy process. This process involves building candy pieces from single units, such as peanuts, and tossing them into revolving pans while adding flavor, color and other candy ingredients. This process continues until the pieces become the size desired. For further information on the process of how Boston Baked Beans are made, visit Ferrara Pan's "Boston Baked Beans Virtual Tour" .
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At Forest Grove School, Measure D funds paid for furniture and equipment. There have been repairs to fences, water main,s sewers, air conditioning, windows, skylights and kitchen. Fire supression and security improvements have also been made along with dozens of other items.
Below and left, repairs and remodeling to everything from the linrary to the tennnis courts to the parking lot have been undertaken. The library will have a facelift and there will be upgrades in the kitchen.
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Looking at school improvements
At Robert Down School, the earth-moving equipment resembles a plauground toy. Along with improvements to the playground area, there will be general facilities improvements including asbestos abatement, repairs to the foundation and equipment improvements such as lighting and projector screens.
with new eyes
Below, at the middle school and the district office there will be major improvements to lighting and the kitchen facilities among many other changes. The district office will eventually be rased and a modular building placed on the Middle School grounds, at the former site of the Community High School near the corner of Carmel and Hillcrest. The anticipated move-in date is toward the end of 2010. The current site of the district offices will become a parking lot.
Photos by Skyler Lewis
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New Addition to Wine, Art & Music Walk
Opening at PG Art Center July 23-September 2, 2010 Opening Reception Friday, July 23, 2010, 7-9 pm
With Music by Jaqui Hope and Andrea Carter Upcoming Exhibits July 23-September 2, 2010 Opening Reception Friday, July 23, 2010, 7-9 pm With Music by Jaqui Hope and Andrea Carter
Louise Cardeiro Boyer Gallery “Transformations: New Works on Paper”
Talin and Mugo Tersakyan of Mum’s Place For the first time ever, Mum's Place will be joining the Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce Wine, Art & Music Walk planned on Friday, July 23, from 6:00 - 9:00 pm in downtown Pacific Grove. Mum's has been in business for 23 years in Pacific Grove and is celebrating a summer open house that night. Complimentary Turkish buffet, belly dancing, and Turkish music are part of the celebration. Mum's is located at 246 Forest Avenue. Additional venues include: Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History - 165 Forest Avenue, Michelle Pisciotta Visionary Artist - 156 Forest Avenue, Tessuti Zoo - 171 Forest Avenue, The Loft - 208 Forest Avenue, Artisana Gallery - 309 A Forest Avenue, Strouse and Strouse Studio Gallery - 178 Grand Avenue, jjgray photo art - 591 Lighthouse Avenue-Suite 21, Blessings - 620 Lighthouse Avenue, Le Chat Moderne - 606 Lighthouse Avenue. The Pacific Grove Art Center, 568 Lighthouse Avenue will open from 7:00-9:00 pm as well, with new exhibits in all galleries. The event is complimentary and open to the public. Art Walk maps are available at any of the above locations or the Chamber. For more information, contact the Chamber at (831) 373-3304.
E. Kristina Baer: Photographs and Poems Shirley Loomis: Calligraphy Ilse Buchert Nesbitt: Woodcuts “Transformations” is an exhibition of collaborative and individual works on paper by three artists. “I am a gardener and a walker,” Kristina Baer says. “Many of my poems begin in my garden or on a walk when something catches my eye; a squirrel burying an acorn, a little boy on a beach.” “Calligraphy is the art of beautiful writing,” Shirley Loomis explains. “A calligraphed text entices us to read slowly and to appreciate each letter and word as an object of beauty in its own right.” When Ilse Buchert Nesbitt was an art student in Germany, she decided to try woodcut as an exercise. “I had an intuitive feeling for color, but I had trouble drawing. Naturally, woodcut was very educational, because you cannot take the liberties with the knife that you might take with a pencil or brush. You must discipline and simplify your drawing to render shapes. As it turned out, what began as an exercise became her passion.
David Henry Gill Gallery “Las Cadre: 21st Century Groove”
Las Cadre is a critique group of working artists and teachers from the San Francisco Bay area. The majority of members are masters in their craft, working primarily in ceramic sculpture, and including some painters, printmakers, and potters. Each artist has a consistent list of regular yearly shows, following their extensive education in Bay Area universities. Collectively, they have won national and international awards and art residencies, been featured in prestigious publications, and authored art catalogues and reviews. They focus on maintaining friendships and creating inspiration in a relaxed, comfortable environment. The Las Cadre critique process is both nurturing and stimulating. Information sharing and constructive analysis continually occurs in this artistic, progressive community.
Elmarie Dyke Gallery “People I’ve Seen: An Exhibition in Black and White” by Dale Garell Dale Garell lives in Carmel Valley and began his career as a photographer in 2006, using digital photography as his medium for expression. He has traveled to France, the Far East, throughout Northern California and the Pacific Northwest, emphasizing scenes from nature, both environmental and human, as his primary focus. “I believe photography can be used to explore the vast complexities of human nature and to tell a story about people that one sees in every day life. In an instant, it is possible, I think, to capture a special moment, a split second never again to be repeated, a spontaneous opportunity to explore a unique human experience.”
Nadine Anand Gallery “Quiet Place: Photography by Ryuijie and Camille Lenore” Bolero Brothers Duo will perform during the Art Walk at Strouse & Strouse Gallery.
Dance classes in PG Saturday, July 24 Nance Hoeft Presents: David Chiu “Introduction to Tango” Class 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm at Shall We Dance, 205 17th St, Pacific Grove Tuition: $15.
Fundamentals BootCamp: “Putting It All Together” 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Shall We Dance, 205 17th St, Pacific Grove Tuition: $60. ($50. Before 7/19) Pre-register with Nance Hoeft: (831) 915-7523 or tangonance@gmail.com
Born in Japan and raised in the US, Ryuijie returned to the Central California Dale Garell: A Walk in St. James Park Coast after a tour in the US Navy. Over the past 30 years, he has studied with Josephus Daniels, printed Edward Weston¹s images for Cole Weston, and established a reputation for his own exquisite platinum/palladium prints. Each of his prints is characterized by perfection. Camille Lenore was born in Oakland, and moved to Monterey to attend college and pursue her interest in marine life and scuba diving. She studied alternative processing and film production at CSU, Monterey Bay, followed by studies in language, art, and cultural studies at the University Paris IV Sorbonne. In 1995, she began assisting Ryuijie in printing Jock Sturges’s portfolio in platinum. “The photographs in this new series are a collaboration between me and my photographic assistant, Camille Lenore. Like myself, Camille is a scuba and free diver as well as a photographer. While we worked doing platinum print orders, we came up with the intriguing idea of making underwater platinum photographs. And for years I have been interested in working with grain evident enough to create an impressionistic look. This seemed appropriate to underwater photography, in which light and perspective take on altered dimension. In an environment where vision is limited by variable water clarity and lack of peripheral vision due to the face mask, having two cameras and two sets of eyes became a great advantage. Nearly all of these photographs were made while free diving on a single breath of air. As the work progressed, we frequently discovered how many images each of us missed while being only ten feet apart.” -- Ryuijie
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The Arts
The Forest Theater Guild’s 2010 Films in the Forest
Tickets available at the door for $6.00 per adult /child, children 10 and under are free, or call 831-626-1681. Films scheduled for the outdoor theater begin at dusk. Bring warm clothing, wine, beer, blankets and a picnic to enjoy under the stars. Movies listed are subject to change without notice. Concessions are open during screenings and offer guests popcorn, hot and cold beverages and desserts. All proceeds benefit the Forest Theater Guild, a non-profit community theater group, and The Michel Willey Youth Scholarship Fund. For more information call 831-626-1681, 659-4384 or 402-9946 www. filmsintheforest-carmel.org. Date: Tuesday, July 20 Time: Dusk (Theater opens at 6:30 p.m.) Price: $6 adults, children 10 and under are FREE! Sponsor: Holly’s Noir Night Film: Harold and Maude (1971 Darkly Hilarious Cult Classic, 91 min.) WEAR BLACK! Description: A morbid young man (Bud Cort) falls in love with a fellow funeral crasher (Ruth Gordon). Date: Wednesday, July 21 Time: Dusk (Theater opens at 6:30 p.m.) Price: $6 adults, children 10 and under are FREE! Sponsor: Keller-Williams Realty Film: Mamma Mia (2008 Musical, 108 min.) Description: Big screen version of the musical featuring the songs of ABBA. Set in Greece, with Meryl Streep and Pierce Brosnan. Come prepared to dance in the aisles!
Now Showing Ongoing
At Artisana Gallery 309 Forest Avenue
Feast of Lanterns Art Competition through July Adrianne Jonson: Photography Sally Griffin Center
700 Jewell Avenue, Pacific Grove “A Few of Our Favorite Things” Paintings by Lynn Ackerman, Leela Marcum & Maria Poroy
Alice in Wonderland
Forest Theater Guild Through July 25 Fri. & Sat. 8 PM • Sun. Matinee 2PM Tickets: $25.00 Adults, $20.00 Seniors, $15.00 Children Matinees: $20 Adults, $10 Children
Opening Pacific Grove Art Center
568 Lighthouse Ave., Pacific Grove Art Center Open Wednesday-Saturday 12-5 p.m
Date: Thursday, July 22 Time: Dusk (Theater opens at 6:30 p.m.) Price: $6 adults, children 10 and under are FREE! Sponsor: Pebble Beach Company Film: Shrek (2001 Computer Animated Comedy, 89 min.) Description: Beautiful princesses, handsome princes, witches, ogres and fire-eating dragons all appear, but their roles and surprising plot twists are anything but the usual fairytale! Date: Tuesday, July 27 Time: Dusk (Theater opens at 6:30 p.m.) Price: $6 adults, children 10 and under are FREE! Sponsor:. Diggity Dog and Carmel Drug Store Film: Hotel for Dogs (2009 Family Feature, 100 min.) Description: Revolves around two orphaned teenagers who decide to turn an abandoned building into a safe haven for stray dogs. Be sure to bring along your favorite family friend! Date: Wednesday, July 28 Time: Dusk (Theater opens at 6:30 p.m.) Price: $6 adults, children 10 and under are FREE! Sponsor: Carmel Stamp and Coin Film: Michael Jackson’s This Is It! (2009 Concert Documentary 112 min.) Description: The last known footage from the rehearsals of Michael Jackson’s planned comeback London concerts. All his hits and dancing steps. Wear a white glove! Date: Thursday, July 29 Time: Dusk (Theater opens at 6:30 p.m.) Price: $6 adults, children 10 and under are FREE! Sponsor: J. Lohr Winery Film: Arthur (1981 Comedy, 100 min.) Description: Millionaire playboy Arthur (Dudley Moore) falls for a loveable shoplifter (Liza Minnelli). His disdainful manservant (Sir John Gielgud) does his best to keep them apart.
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Kick up your heels!
Join the Royal Court (not to mention your friends and neighbors) at the traditional
Feast of Lanterns
Sock Hop Recognized from years past as the Street Dance
Feast of Lanterns 2010 Event Schedule
The 2010 event schedule for Pacific Grove’s annual summer festival, the Feast of Lanterns, has been set for July. The 2010 schedule of activities will hold true to the many Feast of Lanterns traditions including the Opening Ceremony, Pet Parade, Chalk Fest, and the pantomime of the Legend of the Blue Willow by the Royal Court, but financial considerations have required canceling the fireworks and moving the Pageant from Lovers Point to the Performing Arts Center. These changes are required to ensure the long term viability of the Feast of Lanterns. However, with the community’s support the Feast of Lanterns will return to Lovers Point next summer. The Feast of Lanterns is entirely funded by donations received from the residents and businesses of Pacific Grove and friends of the Feast of Lanterns. It is donations from this community that will enable the Feast of Lanterns to return to Lovers Point with fireworks over the Cove and all the other traditions everyone enjoys. Send your support to FOL PO Box 809 Pacific Grove, CA 93950 or via the website www.feast-of-lanterns.org. When – What – Where - Cost: July 17, 11:00 AM – BBQ and Children’s Activities with entertainment in Jewell Park on Central Avenue. Entrance Free. Tri-tip with sides $12, Hot dogs $3 Opportunity drawing tickets will be for sale. July 23, 1:00 PM – Opening Ceremony and cake cutting in Elmarie Dyke Open Space between 16th and 17th Streets adjacent to Chautauqua Hall. July 24, 11:00 AM – Chalk Fest & Family Fun Day at Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History at Central and Forest Avenues. Participation free. July 30, 2:00 PM – Pet Parade starts at Caledonia Park on Central Avenue Participation free. July 30, 6:00 PM – Sock Hop at Chautauqua Hall at 16th Street and Central Avenue. Kids 10 & under free, students $1, and adults $5.
Painting by Mahlon Coleman
Friday July 30 6:00 PM
at Chautauqua Hall at 16th Street and Central Avenue. Kids 10 & under free, students $1, and adults $5.
July 31, 7:00 PM – Pageant and Variety Show at Performing Arts Center – Pacific Grove at 651 Forest Avenue. Musical and dance acts from around the world and the traditional pageant Legend of the Blue Willow. Tickets are $10 for students and $20 for adults. Silent Auction. Event Tickets: Tickets to the Sock Hop will be available at the door. Tickets to the Pageant and Variety Show are limited and will be available at PG Chamber of Commerce, Cedar Street Times, Woodies of Carmel, Capelli Salon, and on the website, www.feast-of-lanterns.org, beginning July 1. Event Info: Please call Sue Renz at 831.649.8737 About Pacific Grove Feast of Lanterns: The Feast of Lanterns is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization, with an all volunteer Board of Directors. The proceeds of the festival each year, minus operating expenses, fund an academic scholarship program for the Royal Court, who are community-spirited, active middle and high school students.
Keeping the Lanterns Lit
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Antiques-By-the-Sea at St. Mary’s
The 53rd annual antiques show and sale was held by St. Mary’s-By-the-Sea Episcopal Church last weeked, and drew an estimated 1000 eager shoppers. The event included 21 vendors who rented space as well as donations in “The Thrift Shop” area. There is already a waiting list for next year, according to associate rector Fr. Michael Reid. The event is usually scheduled for a three-day weekend in July, he says. Profits are earmarked for outreach ministries of the church, including food, clothing and other types of assistance. While Reid said he heard the numbers of purchases were down a bit, the purchases made were “more substantial,” a fact which Reid applauds as he says the numbers in need of outreach are also rising with the flagging economy.
Above: David Whitrock, a member of the choir and an announcer on publkic readio, is also a professional blacksmith. He took his rig to the show and gave talks on blacksmithing.
Above: Vendor Erica Harris, Erica Harris Collection of San Ramon, helps a customer. Bottom, left: a young apprentice spelled her teacher at giving a spinning demonstration.
Photos by Skyler Lewis
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Times • July 16, 2010
The Green Page Everything but the worms: Worm composting demonstration, free seeds and a drawing
There will be a free worm composting demonstration at the Pacific Grove Farmers' Market with a drawing for a free compost bin give-away on Monday, July 26 at 5:30 p.m. The event will take place at the Market’s new location at Central and Grand Ave. You can help reduce what goes into our local landfill by learning how to compost your food waste by vermicomposting. The demonstration will be performed by garden expert and Executive Director of Everyone's Harvest, Iris Peppard. Don't forget to bring your garden cuttings and seeds for the Garden Exchange, and be aware that Everyone’s Harvest will give away free vegetable and flower seeds that day as well. The entire event is free. More info. 384-6961.
Disposable wipes and other products are clogging our sewer lines and damaging pumps and other equipment.
Drop off clean used nylons and tights at:
223 Forest Ave. Pacific Grove 831-324-4844
Not only are these problems expensive to fix, they can also cause raw sewage overflows into homes, businesses and the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.
These belong in the TRASH:
Cleaning Wipes • Grease • Condoms Disposable Diapers, Nursing Pads & Baby Wipes Hair • Facial Wipes • Tampons & Pads • Dental Floss To learn more, visit ClogBusters.org or call 831-648-5722 Funded by the City of Pacific Grove
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