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Chelsie Hill lands a dance role in reality series. . .as herself
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Cop Log.................................3 Food .................................dark Green Page ..........................16 Health & Well-Being ...........15 High Hats & Parasols .............4 The Homeless Stories.............8 Legal Notices.......................10 Peeps ............................. 11-14 Up & Coming ....................6, 7
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Chelsie Hill in her ‘Push Girl’ role. Photo courtesy Sundance Channel.
By Peter Mounteer
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une in to Sundance Channel on Monday nights at 10p.m. for “Push Girls” a bold new reality show about the lives of several women in Los Angeles who are confined to wheel chairs. The big draw for our community? The show features Pacific Grove’s very own Chelsie Hill, a budding dancer, who was paralyzed in an auto accident in 2010 just months before her graduation from Pacific Grove High School. Nine months later, Chelsie met one of the show’s main cast members, Auti Angel, at a dance convention in Southern California who then introduced Hill to her friends and fellow cast members, “they took me under their wings, like big sisters would do,” Chelsie said. After
Auti learned Chelsie was a dancer, she was offered a tryout for a spot on Auti’s dance team, Colors ‘n’ Motion, Chelsie was soon accepted as a Colors ‘n’ Motion dancer, and the team has performed at abilities expos in San Jose, Los Angeles, New Jersey, Chicago and Washington D.C.; the latter was Chelsie’s first experience with ballroom dancing. “Meeting Auti has opened doors for me and made me realize that I can still be a dancer,” Chelsie said. Sometime after joining Colors ‘n’ Motion Chelsie was approached by Auti again, this time with television producers from Sundance about becoming a part of “Push Girls”. “I’m so excited about [the show], I mean who would want to turn down an opportunity like that? It’s going
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When California voters passed Proposition 84 (the Safe Drinking Water, Water Quality and Supply, Flood Control, River and Coastal Protection Act in Nov., 2006, they also approved up to $45.3 million in grants to create urban greening plans. A total of 93 grants have been awarded this year. Administrators of 50 projects statewide recently received word from the state’s Strategic Growth Council they will be receiving part of the grant money, and Pacific Grove was one of them – to the tune of $240,000. Environmental Programs Manager for the City of Pacific Grove, Sarah Hardgrave, has been working on the urban greening issue and the stormwater problem – and the grant -- for more than a year. But she credits a student proposal developed in December, 2010 as part of a course on interdisciplinary problem solving course with making the grant application go forward. “[The 3-day course] was an opportunity to link science, policy and engineering,” said Hardgrave in an interview with Center for Ocean Solutions. “The students needed to come up with a recommendation that used their knowledge of marine science within the framework of city policies to promote green infrastructure. Plus their idea needed to be something that our public works department could use to design the final solution.” Hardgrave participated in the role of a “client” whose water quality challenges the students were charged with trying to solve. Councilmember Bill Kampe was at the workshop as well. “There were a lot of bright students putting out a lot of great ideas,” he said. He says he is gratified by the grant and looks forward to the work being done. The course included 18 graduate students collaborating with their teachers and advisors from government entities and non-government organizations. The real-world test of the grant award is “an exciting validation of the students’ work,” said one of the designers. Pacific Grove hired one of the graduate student participants as an intern to assist in authoring the application. It was vetted not only by the City Council, but received support from theNatural Resources
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Times • June 29, 2012
Board sets water fee Your share of $3.7 million will be in your property tax bill
By Marge Ann Jameson The Monterey Peninsula Water Management District’s per-parcel water fee received the final approval at the District’s board meeting on June 26. Subject to a Proposition 218 protest, the protest votes fell short of the number needed to affect the board’s earlier decision on the fee. More than 15,000 votes were received but after culling out blank votes, ineligible votes and duplicates, the total fell to about 10,300 – short of the 15,255 needed to block the fee from being instituted. Because negative response was so vocal, the Board had decided to hold further public hearings with leaders of the protest, thus delaying the decision until June 26 when the District came back with modifications to the fee in an attempt to mollify protestors. By a 6-1 vote, with County Supervisor Dave Potter dissenting, the Board adopted the charge with a number of mitigations over the original proposal. Included in the modifications were a sunset clause, institution of a citizen’s oversight committee, restrictions on the amount applicable to administrative costs to 15 percent, and a new Prop. 218 approval process should the need arise for “substantive changes” to the fee. They also agreed to call it a “water supply charge.” • Because the District intends to use the charge solely for finding new water to augment Cal-Am’s proposals before the Public Utilities Commission, the sunset clause calls for the fee to be discontinued should a district project not
be under construction within five years. The deadline for replacement water sources is four years. Fees would also sunset if they were to become charges on Cal-Am bills. The fee originally collected by the District had been on Cal-Am bills but the state ruled that Cal-Am could no longer collect and pass through the fee. • The citizen’s oversight committee will likely consist of a representative from the Monterey County Association of Realtors and the Taxpayers Association, two of the most vocal opponents of the fee. There will probably also be one appointment of a citizen by each of the seven members of the Board. The oversight committee will likely be seated “in the fourth quarter” of this year, according to Dave Stoldt, District General Manager of the MPWMD. The Board had examined various ways to collect the fee, budgeted to total $3.7 million, after the ruling that Cal Am could not do it. Costs to do it as a standalone bill or to hire a third party were deemed far too expensive and lacked a reasonable way to collect from nonpayers. In the end, the Board decided to have it tacked onto semi-annual property tax bills because payment would be “guaranteed,” regardless of weather and the economy which could affect other collection methods. A flat fee would not be dependent on use type rather than actual usage is the method chosen. A homeowner in Pacific Grove with a 1200 to 2000-square foot property can expect an annual fee of $55.34. Small businesses and offices with under 10 employees will pay $153.00 per year.
Museum presents Family Science Saturday: Weather Wonders
Both kids and adults are invited to enjoy hands-on activities about weather. Visitors to the museum will make pinwheels, use weather instruments, create rainbows, and more! Does June gloom ruin your summer? Come find out the benefits of fog for the central coast as our guest speaker, Dr. Dan Fernandez of CSUMB, holds a talk at 1:00 p.m. Bring the whole family for a day of crafts, activities, and science. Science Saturday will be held Saturday, June 30 from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at 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/
pCHELSIE From Page 1 to educate the world about spinal cord injury,” Chelsie said. “I hope it gives little kids with spinal cord Injuries an idea of what their lives will be like in 20 years. It’s amazing to be considered a role model.” The show itself is not scripted. In fact, much of filming just involves a camera crew filming the lives of each of the cast members as well as their interactions with each other. “It’s so surreal,” Chelsie said. “It’s like watching a home video because the girls are like my sisters. I don’t think it’s really hit me yet.” “Push Girls” follows the lives of Chelsie and Auti Angel and her friends, model Angela Rockwood, Mia Schaikewitz, and Tiphany Adams. According to Hill, the show has been in production for several months, and she says she hopes it gets renewed for a second season. Rockwood, 36, was born in Clovis and was a model, fitness instructor and martial artist. She was paralyzed in an automobile accident in 2001 and was originally given a 3% chance of feeling anything below her neck. Two years later she underwent stem cell treatments in Portugal, which allowed her to operate a manual wheel chair. Mia Schaikewitz, 33, was a talented high school swimmer until one day when she was fifteen she was unable to move her legs. 12 hours later doctors discovered an arteriovenous malformation, a blood vessel ruptured in her spinal cord and left her paralyzed from the waist down. She finished high school after rehabilitation and graduated from the University of Florida with a degree in Media Production. She moved to Los Angeles where she works in a graphic design and branding firm. Tiphany Adams was involved in a 130 mph head on collision with a drunk driver in October of 2000, her two friends in the car with her both died instantly, while Tiphany was airlifted to a hospital and was told she had a 5% chance of survival. After a three week coma and several “torturous” months in the hospital she returned to high school and graduated on time with the rest of her class. She moved to Los Angeles to pursue dreams of modeling and acting. Auti Angel was (and still is) a professional dancer. Prior to her accident she performed with N.W.A., Kid ‘n Play, and LL Cool J and was part of an all female Latina hip-hop group that recorded with Columbia Records. Her back was snapped in half in an auto accident in 1992. After seven years of drugs, depression and jail time she reprioritized her life and found God. She founded Colors ‘n’ Motion, a wheelchair hip-hop dance group of which both Chelsie and Schaikawitz are a part. She performed with Ludacris in his video “Stand Up” and did the same performance at the Vibe Music Awards. Chelsie says the show will benefit her spinal cord injury-centered non-profit, the Walk and Roll Foundation, in many ways, so that more people can become familiar with the cause of helping those with spinal cord Injuries “recreate their dreams, develop their talents and abilities, and live a full life within their reach,” per their mission statement on their website, www.walkandrollfoundation.org. Chelsie also added that her ultimate goal with Walk and Roll is to establish a Project Walk facility in Northern California. Project Walk, based in Carlsbad, is an intense exercise and education based spinal cord injury recovery facility. “Push Girls” airs every Monday night at 10:00 p.m. and is currently slated for a 14-episode first season, with episode one premiering on June 6. The sixth episode is due to air Monday July 2.
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“Book Publishing 1-2-3: From the Writer’s Fingers to the Reader’s Hands” Sprinkled with stories and tips (e.g., finding literary agents), this lively program will empower and inspire writers of all levels. Join us as we take a quick look at today’s book biz, checking out traditional, electronic, and self-publishing. Then we’ll briefly review the genres of memoir and children’s literature, and share some practical ideas to help writers get published and sell their work. Presenter: Laurie Gibson, the editor/proofreader who’s served more than 100 first-time authors. In addition, her work for publishers includes “The Color Purple” (2003 edition) and the writing of musician Jimmy Buffett and President Herbert Hoover. Laurie has also taught for both UCSD and UCLA Extension programs. Monday, July 16, 6–7 p.m. at The Works Coffeehouse/Bookstore (667 Lighthouse Ave., PG). Cost: $10. No pre-registration needed. Questions? E-mail wordworker1@earthlink.net or call (858) 635-1233
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Thieves snatch ‘Coach’ purses; lead sheriffs on high-speed chase in SUV On June 26 Monterey County Sheriff units were dispatched to assist Carmel Police Department for a burglary that occurred at the “Coach” store in Carmel. The suspects were seen driving a grey SUV on northbound Highway 1 passing Reservation road. Carmel Police followed the vehicle until additional help arrived a short time later, per the Sheriff’s Department report. When help arrived to conduct a traffic stop, the grey SUV fled at a high rate of speed, officers in pursuit in what became a high speed chase down Molera road at speeds up to 90 mph. The suspects wound up in the row crop fields, trying to escape across the field. Gabriel Ornelas and Martin Juarez were apprehended near the vehicle, with a large number of stolen “Coach” purses piled up in the passenger areas of the vehicle. “Coach” brand purses retail for hundreds of dollars. Just because an SUV is advertised as being a utility vehicle doesn’t mean the drivers necessarily know how to drive it off-road, especially in an artichoke field.
pGRANT From Page 1 Commission Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, the Chamber of Commerce and the Otter Project. When she asked the City Council to allow her to apply for the grant, in April, 2011, Hardgrave was envisioning a series of projects to be included under the grant. Portions were a street tree inventory, a hydrologic model for the City, an evaluation of opportunities for bioswales, public trees and other street improvements, landscape guidelines and a plant palette guide. The “plant palette” and “landscape guidelines” were required portions of the grant, and Hardgrave said they will account for about $10,000 of the total. The result, she hopes, will be an updated to the current tree list and guidelines for property owners seeking to landscape with plants and trees that will not only do well in Pacific Grove, but will enhance the city and contribute to the natural filtering of stormwater. Hardgrave said at the time she hoped the grant would offset some $60,000 of costs of the Urban Forest Management Plan as well as supporting and enhancing aesthetics and environmental quality of Pacific Grove’s streetscapes. And Pacific Grove is going to need that grant money. On March 20, the State Water Resources Control Board, ruled that stormwater that runs down our streets to the ocean, carrying with it mostly leaves, is actually “waste” (polluted) and have threatened serious fines if something is not done to mitigate the runoff to the Pacific Grove “Area of Special Biological Significance.” Despite protests by many cities and jurisdictions up and down the coast from San Mateo County and Marin County to Pebble Beach, and including agencies from Cal Trans to California State Parks, the ruling stands and local jurisdictions are scrambling to meet the newly adopted “ASBS Special Protections.” Pacific Grove is examining many options, two foremost among them the use of the David Ave. Reservoir to store stormwater runoff and recycled water to be used in irrigating city properties such as the golf course, and a second option including collaboration with the Pebble Beach recycling project. Watershecd Modeling is another part of the plans for the grant funding – in fact a major part, with $85,000 budgeted for this effort. “Bioswales to the Bay” Green Infrastructure Program will be one outcome of the watershed model. It involves planning and conceptual design of priority areas for green infrastructure in the public right-of-way. A bioswale is an engineered landscape that includes a special filtering layer in the soil and increases the filtering ability of the land itself. Also planned is $75,000 for an tree inventory of all trees on public property in Pacific Grove. The inventory will likely be done by an arborist company in concert with the City Arborist and a maintenance program for tracking tree inventory over time as to its health and age will be established, which will also make clear where there might be room for additional tree planting. Bioswales to the Bay” Green Infrastructure Program is another part of the grant proposal. It involves planning and conceptual design of priority areas for green infrastructure in the public right-of-way. A bioswale is an engineered landscape that includes a special filtering layer in the soil and increases the filtering ability of the land itself. A complete breakdown is available in the work plan for the grant proposal for the City of Pacific Grove Urban Greening Plan.
4th of July celebration set
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Marge Ann Jameson
Cop log Found a while ago
Reporting party dropped off some currency found about a month ago at the Nob Hill parking lot. A gold-colored ring was found near the tide pools at the end of May.
Lost a week ago
Reporting party says they lost a wallet at Cannery Row and just wanted to know if it had been turned in.
Found more recently
A bicycle was found on 7th St.
Lost and found
A wallet was reported lost, then the victim called back to say it had been found and returned to his home.
“Twasn’t me..”
Reporting party said a stone from his walkway was thrown onto his neighbor’s roof but the RP didn’t know who had thrown it. For his part, the neighbor said he was inside and heard a thump on his roof and he looked out and saw the RP running away. He figured the RP was having a tough day and didn’t want to pursue it.
And were they locked in the trunk?
Two laptops were stolen from the victim’s car when it was parked in their driveway on Marino Pines.
Blow it up before it blows up
Ammo belonging to her deceased father was brought in for destruction by a local woman.
Theft
An outdoor bench and two towing chains were stolen on Junipero Ave.
Guess they can’t fix it after all
The victim left an item to be repaired at a local business. When she went back to retrieve it later, she found the business was closed and had been so for a couple of months. A contact number was called but the person who answered said she wasn’t associated with the business anymore. She in fact thinks the owner is in the hospital. She agreed to contact the owner, and voila! The broken item was returned.
Crash bangs
Accident on private property on Lighthouse. A vehicle pulling in to park scraped a Yellow Cab. No damage to either vehicle. An injury accident occurred on Sunset Dr. A person living on Funston said her vehicle had suffered damage while parked in her apartment complex parking lot. She thought a neighbor had done it. A collision on Arkwright Ct. was an info exchange only. Two vehicles collided on Ocean View. Each said they had stopped at the crosswalk first. There were no independent witnesses. There was a minor accident, info exchange only, at County Club Gate.
Quick to take advantage
Someone broke a car window and stole two purses on Sunset. A credit card belonging to one of the victims was used shortly thereafter at Wal-Mart.
Stolen vehicle, dangerous driver
Reporting party said they were following a stolen vehicle. PGPD officers took over on Ocean View Blvd. The sole occupant of the vehicle, Theresa Pasco, was taken into custody and booked into county jail.
Egged on
Two juveniles are suspected of egging a vehicle on Ransford Dr.
Bad checks
A victim reported that checks totaling more than $1000 had been written against her account. There is possible suspect information.
Bad words
A person reported receiving a letter full of obscene language from a juvenile who had been volunteering at her business. Neither the juvenile nor his parents could be contacted – yet.
Bark bark bark (you knew this was coming)
A repeat offender was reported bark bark barking on Crocker. The complainant said they were willing to sign another complaint, though it appears the dog paid no attention to the first one. We don’t repeat reports of sexual violence or domestic violence, mental illness or dementia. We do not report on deaths by natural causes.
Chamber of Commerce goes all out
Join the Chamber of Commerce and celebrate the 4th with an old-fashioned, downhome BBQ in Caledonia Park (behind the Pacific Grove Post Office). Entertainment will be provided by Moonalice, San Francisco’s renowned jam band who opened for U2 in 2011. A delicious BBQ lunch will be offered and includes Grove Market half chicken or hot dogs, baked beans, garlic bread, salad and dessert all at a price of $10 (kids $5). In the tradition of National Archives, celebrate the 236th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence with a dramatic reading presented by the Pacific Grove Rotary Club as part of the festivities. Complimentary games, bounce houses, free popcorn and free snow cones will be available for the kids. “We need volunteers,” said Chamber president Moe Ammar. “Lots of people want to help with the food but we really need help with cleanup afterward!” For more information or to volunteer contact the Chamber at (831-373-3304) or www.pacificgrove.org
Forum on workers’ rights offered
Representatives from California Rural Legal Assistance and UniteHERE will present a forum on worker’s rights at the Peace Resource Center on Thursday, June 28, starting at 7:00 p.m. The event will be bilingual (Spanish/English). Peace Resource Center is located at 1364 Fremont Blvd. in Seaside. The event is free and open to the public, but donations are appreciated. CRLA provides free legal assistance to low-income individuals and families in civil cases involving housing, public benefits, education, and employment. CRLA holds regular office hours at the Peace Resource Center on Mondays from 10:00 to 4:00. Unite HERE represents workers throughout the U.S. and Canada who work in the hotel, gaming, food service, manufacturing, textile, distribution, laundry, and airport industries.
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Times • June 29, 2012
Jon Guthrie
High Hats and Parasols Dear Readers: Please bear in mind that historical articles such as “High Hats & Parasols” present our history — good and bad — in the language and terminology used at the time. The writings contained in are quoted from Pacific Grove/Monterey publications from 100 years in the past. Please also note that any items listed for sale in “High Hats” are “done deals,” and while we would all love to see those prices again, people also worked for a dollar a day back then. Thanks for your understanding.
The News … from 1912. More soldiers coming to presidio
The force stationed at the Presidio of Monterey is soon to be increased by another full regiment. This news came Wednesday last from a reliable source, Mr. F. A. Greene who was given the information personally by General Leonard Wood, the Chief of Staff of the United States Army. According to Wood as reported by Green, increasing the Presidio garrison is part of a “deal” that also involves construction of a breakwater in Monterey Bay and the building of a railroad to Monterey from the San Joaquin valley. Hence the people of the Peninsula have thrice the reason to celebrate. There is not the least doubt that the breakwater appropriation will be funded by the Congress and word is that construction has already gotten under way on the railroad. Miss Ella Thomas of the Chamber of Commerce said that she can verify the information provided by Greene. Miss Thomas told your editor that General Leonard Wood is the Monterey Peninsula’s friend. When the General retires, as he plans to do fairly soon, he hopes to find a home in the area of Monterey or Pacific Grove. The General said that the only hold-up on expanding the Presidio was the need to build new barracks in which to house the troops. He also said that some $40,000 in army money is now available for this purpose. That, of course, means new jobs will soon be available for area construction workers. 1
to $3.95. Mail orders filled. Exchanges or returns acceptable. Hurry! The sale is now going on!
Author’s Notes
• Lt. General Leonard Wood entered the army as a medical doctor and decided to make the military his career. The General retired from service in 1921, and passed away after surgery for a brain tumor in 1927. • Mr. Paul, a person of many interests, was also an active candidate for a seat on the Pacific Grove Council. • Who named the park “Caledonia” is unclear, but the name refers to Scotland, being the Roman’s name for that land. • Women would be denied the vote in federal matters until the 1920s. References: Pacific Grove Review, Monterey Daily Cypress, Del Monte Weekly, Salinas Index, Monterey County Post, Bullions’ Grammar (1890).
Much fire and brimstone
That many residents of the Grove are upset was made clear at this week’s meeting of the community’s Trustees. After listening carefully to a “transportation” proposal to endorse extending the Riverside road to Watsonville to be made into a state highway, the board introduced the subject of water, electric, and gas rates. The hall erupted with vehement anger. It was pointed out that various individuals and businesses pay far different fees for service with the Grove Laundry coming in as lowest and the Pacific Grove Bakery coming in as highest. It was pointed out that Grovians’ “political connections” seem to play a big role in determining rates. Mr. W. C. Gretter was named a committee of one to look into the matter.
Dry spell broken
Even though it is not the rainy season, the long dry spell was broken on Sunday, last, and the weather bureau predicted plenty of rain during the next few days. Paso Robles reported getting two inches prior to daybreak Monday, and Salinas said that it had received a little over one inch. The picture all over the county is looking up.
City going broke, needs to conserve cash
The Pacific Grove board of trustees is seeking ways to cut back on its expenditures. Among the several ideas promulgated at Monday’s meeting was one calling for abandoning our City Constable’s office and placing responsibility for municipal protection in the County Sheriff’s hands. The idea was not brought forward for a vote, but if it had been the motion would most likely have failed.
Paul wins suit
Mr. J. K. Paul was in Salinas Tuesday to testify in a suit he had filed against Augusta King, a resident of the Grove. Paul claimed that he had spent the sum of one hundred dollars to help provide a funeral for Augusta King’s mother, who passed away two years ago. Paul indicated that he and Miss King had agreed to consider the amount a loan, but when Paul several times requested repayment Miss King ignored him. After examining the evidence, the judge quickly decided in Paul’s favor and ordered that full payment by made by Miss King. 2
Grove needs outdoor sports, or none!
Progress on the proposed, clay-based tennis courts in Caledonia Park 3 has been checked temporarily by yet another restraining order. The attorney for a group living in close proximity of the park requested that the Superior Court issue the order. The court complied. This was certainly understandable. It is easy for a few to raise the devil. The City Attorney’s countering argument, which went ignored by the court, indicated that the tennis courts in Caledonia Park were for the benefit of the entire community and not just a few community grumps. The City Trustees of Pacific Grove and the city attorney must appear in court Monday next in order to have their plans for the park, including the tennis courts, decided as appropriate or inappropriate.
Women can vote
The Pacific Grove Review wishes to remind all those of the female persuasion that they can vote in the forthcoming, municipal election. It is only in federal voting booths that women still cannot have a say. Even though the last day for registering is Friday of next week, the Review has noted that few women have yet bothered to register. Remember! If you plan to vote, you must be registered! Take care of that matter today! 4
Snippets from the area
• The Pacific Grove Trustees have fixed the salary of City Treasurer at $25 per month, but also required that the City Treasurer be properly bonded. • H. G. Jorgensen, Attorney-at-law, will assist you with any legal matter. Call for a free, introductory meeting. Ask the operator to connect you with Main 107.
And your bill amounts to …
• The Pacific Grove Garage has in stock a fair number of the new Michelin Anti-skid tires. The Michelin’s leather tread is tough, flexible, and non-puncturing. The hardened steel studs, like an octopus’ arm-suckers, clamp to the earth and prevent skidding … no matter the weather. Your auto mobile needs them! On special at $4.25 each. Four for $16. • Stay in Monterey, ride the street train to the Grove. The hostelry is conveniently located in the Ortina block. It’s $2.50 a night with delicious breakfast, supper, and a friendly evening snifter of warmed cinnamon-brandy. • Thousands of frilly blouses are available at the Lace House. Prices range from 95¢
Forest Hill United Methodist Church 551 Gibson Ave., Services 9 AM Sundays Rev. Richard Bowman, 831-372-7956 Pacific Coast Church 522 Central Avenue, 831-372-1942 Peninsula Christian Center 520 Pine Avenue, 831-373-0431 First Baptist Church of Pacific Grove 246 Laurel Avenue, 831-373-0741 St. Mary’s-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church Central Avenue & 12th Street, 831-373-4441 Community Baptist Church Monterey & Pine Avenues, 831-375-4311 Peninsula Baptist Church 1116 Funston Avenue, 831-394-5712 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. Congregation Beth Israel 5716 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel (831) 624-2015 Chabad of Monterey 2707 David Avenue, Pacific Grove (831) 643-2770 Death may not have been suicide!
June 29, 2012 • CEDAR STREET
MPC Theatre Company presents “Cabaret”
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Beware the Pirates of Penzance!
Opening show this weekend
The show play from June 28 to July 15 at Monterey’s Historic Bruce Ariss Wharf Theatre on Fisherman’s Wharf. Additionally, there will be a preview performance on Thursday June 28 at 7:30p.m. with tickets for this preview performance selling for $12.50 each. Regular performances are Thursday, Friday, & Saturday at 7:30p.m. (June 29, 30 July 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14) and Sunday at 2:00 PM (July 1, 8, 15) at the Bruce Ariss Wharf Theatre, located on the historic Old Fisherman’s Wharf in downtown Monterey. The MPC Box Office is located at 980 Fremont Street, downtown Monterey. Tickets are $25 Adults, $22 Seniors; $15 Young Adults (16-21) & Military, and $10 Children 15 & under. Tickets will also be available 24 hours in advance, and are available for $20; Online $18 for Adults & Seniors. Dinner/Theatre packages are available for $36 per person. (Prices do not include, gratuity, drinks, or dessert) and must be purchased at least 24 hours in advance. Dinner/Theatre packages include a prix fixe menu at Isabella’s on the Wharf (a Tene Shake signature restaurant) and performance tickets for CABARET. Tickets on sale at the MPC Box Office (646-4213) and online at https:secure3. TicketGuys.com/mpc for more information please contact Sky A. Rappoport, Theatre Manager at the Theatre Arts Department at Monterey Peninsula College, Post Office Box 761, Monterey, CA 93942, by phone at 831-6464213 or by fax at 831-372-1982.
Ragamuffin Musical Theatre Company is back with a rousing production of the “Pirates of Penzance, Jr.”. Ragamuffin Musical Theatre Company is a Pacific Grove based month-long summer theatre company is comprised of 34 young actors, ages 8 through 13 years. Dianne Lyle is company director, joined by the multi-talented Michael Blackburn as her musical director and co-conspirator. “Pirates of Penzance, Jr.” is a wacky, irreverent, youth-friendly adaptation of the Gilbert and Sullivan “smash-hit” of 1879. This hilarious farce features sentimental pirates, bumbling policemen, dim-witted lovers, dewy-eyed maidens and an eccentric MajorGeneral; all bound together by a strong sense of duty, honor and silly happenstance. The two matinee performances are on Saturday, July 7 and Sunday, July 8 at 2:00pm with an additional evening performance on Saturday July 7 at 7:00pm. Performances are at the Pacific Grove Middle School Performing Arts Center, 835 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove. Tickets are available at the door, starting 45 minutes before show times. General admission seating is $10 and $5 for Seniors and Children 10 years and under. This production is sponsored by the City of Pacific Grove Recreation Department. For more information please contact Dianne Lyle by phone at (831) 601-9630 or by email at dianne164@aol.com; or Ayla Glim by phone at (831) 402-1973 or by email at amg637@ humboldt.edu.
Final Kids Create summer workshop
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hese lively workshops for children ages 7-12 encourage learning about the visual arts as well as historical traditions. The series will include thoughtful gallery discussions to accompany hands-on arts and crafts projects inspired by the Music, Love & Flowers exhibition, which explores the Monterey Pop Festival through film, music, poetry, photography and art. Kids will use what they have learned through visual observation and a history discussion to sculpt, bead, draw and paint their way to creating groovy works. Kids Create workshops encourage kids to explore a variety of mediums, from paint to charcoal, pencil, pastel, ink, clay, and more. All materials are provided. Kids Create: Psychedelic Posters Saturday, July 28, 2012 (12:00-1:30 p.m.) Fee for each workshop: $10 Register now to reserve a spot by emailing stephanie@montereyhistory.org For further information, please contact Lisa Coscino at 831.372.2608. The Museum of Monterey is located at 5 Custom House Plaza in Monterey.
Tiny Treasures up for grabs To place legal notices call 831-324-4742. We do the proof of publication. We accept credit cards.
Only two weeks remain for purchase of tickets for the Tiny Treasures-Miniature Fundraiser of Grand Proportions. The annual event will close July 12 with the drawing taking place at 5:00 p.m. during a closing reception on that date from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be available. Tickets are $3.00/one or $20.00/seven. Winner need not be present to win. Allen McEwen’s A Personal Selection, Terese Garcia’s Present-Presence, and Alana Puryear’s Big and Small exhibits also close Thurs., July 12. The Pacific Grove Art Center is located at 568 Lighthouse Ave., Pacific Grove. More information can be found at www.pgartcenter.org or by calling 831.375.2208 Regular hours are Wed.-Sat. 12-5:00 p.m. and Sunday 1-4:00 p.m. Office and galleries closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Galleries are free to enter.
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Up and Coming David Grier to pick
At Pacific Grove Art Center
Flatpicking bluegrass guitarist extraordinaire David Grier will perform at PG Art Center on June 30. Local guitarist Bill Ingram will be sitting in as well, and the gifted bluegrass quartet Microtonic Harmonic will open the evening. Concert begins at 7pm. Tickets available at http://ticketderby.com/ event/david-grier-microtonic-harmon-id-8211 or at the door.
Artisana Gallery will host Feast of Lanterns Art Competition Opening night July 6 Friday, July 6, 2012 from 5:00-8:00pm Join us for an evening of Exploration, Entertainment, Enjoyment! 1st Friday P.G. Feast of Lanterns Art Competition Art Opening Get out of the house and see what’s happening in Pacific Grove! Stop by Artisana Gallery and Join the Royal Court in celebrating local artists during the Feast of Lanterns Art Competiton. Refreshements and entertainment will round out the evening. Art sales from the competition benefit the Feast of Lanterns. Show will be up through July 31. Artisana Gallery is at 309 Forest Ave. (across from City Hall) Pacific Grove, CA 93950 (831) 655-9775 Artisana Gallery is open Monday-Saturday 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Sunday by appointment. For more information on 1st Friday P.G.-email firstfridaypg@gmail.com or Become a fan on Facebook www.facebook.com/1stFridayPacificGrove or call Cedar Street Times 324-4742 or Artisana Gallery 655-9775
Asleep at the Wheel to kick off summer concert series
Only the timeless and lively band Asleep at the Wheel could survive a successful forty-year music industry career, a tour with Bob Dylan and a hit album recorded with Willie Nelson, while winning nine shining Grammys. By the request of the community and the help of Galante Vineyards, this hit country western band will grace Carmel Valley with a hoe-down swinging concert at the rustic, yet elegant landscape of Galante Vineyards on Saturday, July 21. Galante Vineyards will bring back one of the most recognized western swing-bands of all time along with Galante Vineyards’ popular concert series. The 2012 Summer Sounds Concert will deliver live music pleasing both wine and music lovers alike, set on the 700 acre ranch in the Carmel Valley hills. Local favorites Red Beans & Rice is set to open the show, with a delicious barbeque meal as well as Galante Vineyards wine by the glass or bottle available for purchase. Concert goers are encouraged to dress comfortably with cowboy attire more than welcome. Cozy-comforts needed for lawn-seating should include low-lawn chairs (no more than 30” in height), a blanket, a large-brim hat and possibly some sun-block. Table seats are available for the fans who would like reserved and shaded seats. Concert hours are from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. with tickets at $55 for lawn-seats and $75 for reserved table seats, which includes one drink coupon. Whole tables can be purchased for a discount of 10 percent and also include one drink coupon per seat. Tickets may be purchased at either Galante Vineyards Tasting Room in Carmel, or at Dawn’s Dream Tasting Room in Carmel Valley. In addition, tickets are available online at: www.galantevineyards.com. Please note, outside food and beverages are prohibited, as well as pets. For additional concert information, please contact Lisa Winfield at: lisa@dawnsdreamwinery.com, or via phone at: 831-624-3800.
PG Feast of Lanterns 2012 Art Competition Call for art entries
The Pacific Grove Feast of Lanterns has issued an open call for entries to all artists for this year’s art competition. Artists’ entries that celebrate this 100+ year old festival may be in any form of 2- or 3-dimensional art except film or movies unless previously approved. Entries must be ready to hang or display. Entries must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on July 4, 2012. Ribbons will be awarded winners based on peoples’ choice ballots. Art submitted must be original work and represent the Feast of Lanterns. This year’s theme is Year of the Dragon. All entries must be received by the Pacific Grove Feast of Lanterns via Artisana Gallery between Saturday, June 30 and Wednesday, July 4 (except Sunday, July 1) between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Artisana Gallery is located at 309 Forest Avenue in Pacific Grove. Deadline for entries is July 4, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. Artists may contact Marge Jameson at Cedar Street Times, 831-324-4742 with questions. Accepted entries will be displayed from July 6 through July 30. There will be two events in connection with the show: The first is the Feast of Lanterns Preview, scheduled for Friday, July 6 between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., in conjunction with first Friday. There will be refreshments on hand and a chance to meet the artists. The second event will be held Friday, July 20 in conjunction with the Art Walk. The Royal Court will be on hand from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Winners will be announced at the Art Walk reception. All work entered must be available for sale by the Pacific Grove Feast of Lanterns, Inc. A commission of 50 percent will be retained. Work may be picked up Tues., July 31 or Wed. August 1. Checks for any sales will be mailed at the beginning of September, 2012. Complete entry rules are available by emailing folpublicity@gmail.com or in person at the Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce, Central and Forest, or Artisana Gallery. Info: Marge at 831-324-4742 Email:folpublicity@gmail.com
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Up and Coming Rotary Club of Pacific Grove presents a reading of the Declaration of Independence
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n the tradition of the National Archives, the Rotary Club of Pacific Grove will present the 4th Annual Dramatic Reading of the Declaration of Independence as part of Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce’s 4th of July Hometown BBQ. The Declaration is read by local actors playing the parts of Benjamin Franklin (Ron Cohen), Thomas Jefferson (Keith Decker), and John Adams (Mitchell Davis). Also featured is an introduction by Justus Grate, 7-year history teacher at Pacific Grove High School. The reading takes place at Caledonia Park, Central Avenue, behind the Pacific Grove Post Office, at 11am. In the last three years, attendance has grown for this event. Pacific Grove Rotary believes that this is the only dramatic reading of the Declaration in the Monterey area. They are grateful to the actors, who donate their time and talent, and to Pacific Repertory Theatre, who helps with the costumes. Everyone is invited to come on the 4th of July for what will be a great way to celebrate Independence Day.
Ragamuffins will produce ‘Fame Jr.’
Set during 1980-1984, the last years of New York City’s celebrated High School of the Performing Arts, “FAME, Jr.” is the bittersweet, but inspiring story of a diverse group of students, following them as they commit to a grueling four years of artistic and academic work. With candor, humor and insight the show deals with many of the issues that confront young people, still today, especially those who are striving to enter the demanding world of the performing arts. Rehearsal days include expert coaching in dance, voice, acting and other valuable musical theater techniques that will develop teens’ triple-threat skills. There will be lots of fun and hard work for the aspiring performer. Ages 13 through 18 years (coed) are encouraged to enroll. The session will take place Mon., July 16 through Sun., August 5, including the performance weekend. Sessions take place Monday through Friday, with the addition of weekend performances on August 4 and 5, and company rehearsal hours are 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Auditions will take place Friday, July 13 from 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., by appointment, at Chautauqua Hall. Rehearsals will take place at Pacific Grove Performing Arts Center. Staff includes Dianne Lyle – Director, Michael Blackburn - Music Director, And Staff. To register, Download registration forms at our website: www.difrancodance.com. Fee is $350 for three-week session. for more information contact Dianne Lyle at dianne164@ol.com. www.difrancodance.com For forms/info click links on: Ragamuffin Musical Theatre Camp. Sponsored by the Pacific Grove Recreation Department.
Ariel presents The Jungle Book
Ariel Theatrical presents a family musical entertainment based on Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book with libretto by Vera Morris, music by Gerald V. Castle and lyrics by Michael C. Vigilant. Follow the extraordinary adventures of Mowgli, a boy raised by wolves in the jungles of southern India. With the help of Baloo, the bear, and Bagheera, the panther, Mowgli learns about respect, responsibility and resourcefulness—and confronts the man-eating tiger, Shere Khan. Evening Performances: June 29, 30 and July 5, 6, 7 at 7 pm Afternoon Performances: June 30 and July 7 at 2 pm All performance held at The Karen Wilson Children’s Theatre, 320 Main Street in Oldtown Salinas. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for students, seniors or active military and $6 for children ages 3 through 12 (under 3 admission is free). Call the box office at 831-775-0976 for more information. www.arieltheatrical.org. Ariel Theatrical is a Salinas-based nonprofit organization offering year-round programs in theatre arts for children and adolescents. Each summer a community production is mounted with the goal of nurturing generational relationships and fostering family communication. Ariel seeks to use the art and discipline of theatre to help young people develop the skills and confidence they need to positively direct their own lives. Our mission is to inspire young people to understand that personal integrity, respect for others and an acceptance of responsibility for choices made are the keys to building a productive and principled life. Ariel’s finest productions are not its plays, but the development of responsible young people who come together in a positive, collaborative spirit to learn, perform and share experiences that they will carry with them for a lifetime.
Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce presents
Caledonia Park • Tommy Stillwell Court (behind the Post Office)
Wednesday, July 4th • 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Pacific Grove Rotary Club presents Reading of Declaration of Independence at 11:00 am
Fun Games for the Kids
San Francisco’s Jam Band, Moonalice Calendar items can be sent via an email to editor@ cedarstreettimes.com
BBQ Lunch - $10 (kids $5) served from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm includes half chicken, beans, garlic bread, salad, dessert and drink (hot dogs for the kids) Sponsored by: City of Pacific Grove, Grove Market, Earthbound Farms, PG Florist, Asilomar & SaveMart FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL:
831.373.3304
• www.pacificg rove.org
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Sandy: Sometimes you just give up (This encounter took place in February.) I almost drove by her. She looked just like all the other homeless, pushing her stroller full of belongings, carrying a small dog and holding another by its leash. Sandy also looked like she needed a bath, and her clothes needed washing. Her hair could have used a comb. She looked tired. In her 50s now, Sandy has spent the past two years on the streets, just trying to stay alive. The comfortable in society may think our safety nets work just fine--but they don't. More and more people are winding up like Sandy. And they're not alcoholics or drug addicts. They're people who were barely making it and suddenly found they weren't making it. But there was a time when she considered herself part of the middle class. In Sandy's case, her husband died five years ago of lung cancer. Things just went downhill from there, until she lost everything---except her rescue dogs. Leonardo, the Chihuahua, rested in her arms as she spoke. Yoshi, a shaggy mixed breed, sat quietly at her feet. A bag of food awaited them in the stroller, given to Sandy by a passerby. Sometimes she gets a five
Erika Fiske
Homeless on the Peninsula dollar bill from someone. Perhaps it makes the giver feel less guilty about what our society has become. On this weekday in Seaside, Sandy was visiting businesses along Del Monte, hoping to find her lost wallet and two pieces of family jewelry. But she had little hope. She thought a homeless man who'd been threatening her life, and left her 50 notes over the months, took the wallet while she was sleeping. Sandy has complained to police, but the man continues to bother her. The gentle, well-spoken woman explained that she earned her BA in fine arts from the San Francisco Art Institute in 1997. She really doesn't have the energy or means to do any art these days. Even getting a shower is a challenge. "You're better off staying dirty than going to the Salvation Army for a shower," she said. "There's too much fighting and drugs there." Sandy's tired eyes turned from her dogs to me. "Sometimes you just give up," she said. The artist believes she's dying of
hepatitis. She's not receiving any medical treatment, and wasn't aware of the free clinic offered weekly in Seaside for people
such as her. As a car pulled up, Sandy picked up her belongings from a grassy area in an alley near a church. She was going to Dorothy's Place tonight. At least that's what she hopes. And this is life in one of the wealthiest areas of the world. That world, of course, doesn't include Sandy, her dogs, or people like her.
Alicia: A Hippie in search of her dream Alicia is a hippie born at the wrong time. She keeps traveling back and forth across the country, looking for something that isn’t there anymore. Thursday morning she stopped in Monterey, but just for a moment. Tomorrow she’ll be gone. She managed to find the homeless community near Del Monte Shopping Center and was seated on a small crate by a young man named Josh. Even with a coat on and warm sunshine, the wind was icy. Josh explained that people like Alicia are known as “rubber tramps,” because they at least have cars.
Thin and attractive, her hair held back by a long scarf, and wearing a long, multicolored skirt, moccasins, six rings, three necklaces and a tiny ring in her nose, Alicia reminds me of my college days, when hippies were everywhere and protests were large and effective. She’s just 24 and sounds well educated, although she didn’t finish high school and never went to college. She travels with a handsome, three-year-old pit bull/blue terrier mix named Buckwheat. “My mother said, ‘You were definitely born in the wrong era,’ “ Alicia noted. “She believes in reincarnation because of me.” But Alicia’s mother also worried for years, while her daughter hitchhiked here and there. Luckily, she remained safe. “My mother said I was smart and artistic and felt I was wasting my life,” she said. But Mom is finally used to her daughter’s adventures and waits for each call, so she can look up the place on her computer, Alicia said. Right now she’s probably checking out Monterey. Alicia is on her way to Joshua Tree, where there’ll soon be a Shakti Festival for people just like her--complete with yoga, chanting and other hippie things. “I have some friends down there who are also homeless and have two kids,” she said. Alicia comes from Saratoga Springs, N.Y. She grew up with abusive fathers (her mother married a few times), was expelled from high school for smoking pot and had a string of boring jobs that paid little--including one in a head shop selling pipes and crystals. Alicia couldn’t see herself stuck in that forever, so she hit the road. She left New York in 2009 and never looked back, traveling to 40 states already. Along the way she picked up a friend with a car, and that’s how she’s getting to Joshua Tree. I asked Alicia what she would like to see happen down the road. “Since I was a little girl I had a dream that I’d get a nokill farm and live off the land with cows, goats and chickens, in Costa Rica or Peru maybe,” she said. But even Alicia has to admit she’ll need a good job someday to pay for such an adventure--something better than her mother found. “My mother had my sister when she was 21 and me a few years later,” she said. “She held two jobs most of our childhood.” Besides low-paying work, her mother used food stamps and welfare to make it, while Alicia’s father “beat the crap out of us,” she said. “I learned a lot about love from my mother. I learned what not to do.” And with that, she rose to retrieve her dog from a nearby tree and head off to find food--and maybe realize her dream somewhere down the road. Erica Fiske is a Pacific Grove resident and former journalist. She tasted homelessness herself when, after being an in-home caregiver for years, her patient died and she found herself unable to secure another client. When her landlord raised her rent from $1,800 to $2,500, homelessness was a real spectre.
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Regional Parks offers wilderness first aid and more in classes this week
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Grandpa gets a new bird ... again
The Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District’s (mprpd.org) is offering numerous nature programs in late June and early July. Included are a two-day class in wilderness first aid, the opportunity to learn about organic farming, a children’s kayaking and hiking adventure at Elkhorn Slough and a family evening kayaking experience, also at Elkhorn Slough. Information on these programs follows. To learn about all activities of the Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District, see its Let’s Go Outdoors! guide or go to mprpd.org. •
Wilderness First Aid (Two-Day Workshop)
Real-life preparation for the outdoor enthusiast or professional. Wilderness medicine, sound judgment, decision-making and leadership skills are taught in a series of interactive lessons and scenarios. Topics include trauma, patient assessment and medical and environmental emergencies. Participants will earn a Heartsaver CPR and Wilderness First Aid certificate. Hike up to two miles per day. Elevation : 300-600 feet. Instructors: Backcountry Medical Guides. Ages 16-adult, Saturday, June 30, and Sunday, July 1, 8 AM-4:30 PM (each day), Garland Park Museum, 700 W. Carmel Valley Road, $160 (district resident), $175 (non-district resident), plus $25 materials fee for two-day program.
Organic Farmer for a Day
Support local organic farmers in this delicious and informative program! Learn what organic farming means for your health and the environment, and then step into the field to reap the benefits. Experience an organic farm landscape and explore its ecology. Plan to take home delectable farm fresh, seasonal foods. : and Land-Based Training Association (ALBA). All ages, Saturday, June 30, 12 noon-3 PM, Rural Development Center, 1700 Old Stage Road, Salinas,$25 (district residents), $28 (non-district residents) for groups of up to four.
“Honoring grandafthers.” The landmark statue has lost two of its companion birds to thieves, but just had a new one installed. Photos by Peter Mounteer
Elkhorn Slough Outdoor School
Play “researcher for a day” in this exciting educational adventure! This outdoor experience teaches kids about the many wonders of Elkhorn Slough and Moss Landing through games and hands-on activities. Naturalists guide you in explorations while kayaking the slough and hiking the unique dunes habitats. Instructor: Kayak Connection. Ages 8-13, Tuesday, July 3, 9:30 AM-4 PM, Moss Landing, North Harbor, $45 (district resident), $50 (non-district resident), plus $15 materials fee paid at site. Instructor: Kayak Connection.
Full Moon Paddle
Paddle under the light of the full moon, surrounded by the shimmering still water of Elkhorn Slough. Watch the sunset and the moonrise from the vantage point of a kayak. Enjoy a quiet paddle as the wildlife transitions from day to night. All skill levels welcome on this guided excursion. : Connection. Ages 8-adult, minors must be accompanied by a paid adult, Tuesday, July 3, 7 PM-9:30 PM, Moss Landing, North Harbor. Child -- $40 (district resident), $44 (non-
Dinner and a movie for foodie types The American Institute of Wine & Food (A.I.W.F.) Monterey Bay Chapter will host a screening of the film “Last Holiday” at the Forest Theater, Carmel, Wednesday, July 11, 2012. The Forest Theater is located at the corner of Mountain View and Santa Rita, Carmel-by-the-Sea. The price of the movie includes beverages and a gourmet buffet dinner prepared by the A.I.W.F. board. Guests will be served at 7:00 p.m. with the movie following around sunset. Ventana Vineyards will provide the wine. Warm clothing is advised. The movie concerns a shy woman, played by Queen Latifah, who dreams of being a professional chef. After she is diagnosed with a terminal illness she decides to take a European vacation and live it up! The movie also stars LL Cool J, Timothy Hutton and Gerard Depardieu. Cost is $25.00 for A.I.W.F. members, $35.00 for nonmembers. $7.00 for children under 12. Non-members who join A.I.W.F. at the event will receive the member price. The public is invited to attend. Admission to the movie only is $7.00 Send checks to A.I.W.F. Monterey Bay Chapter, P.O. Box 1858, Monterey, CA 93942. Please RSVP by July 8, 2012 to Mary Chamberlin (831) 624-0830 or Dorothy Johnson (831) 655-0970. For questions or to pay by credit card please call Dorothy Johnson. Please note: no refunds or credits will be issued for no-shows or missed events.
The iconic statue which graces the corner of Central Ave. and Forest Ave, in the front of the Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce, has only been there for five years but has already become a landmark. And it has already lost two birds. Seems they were stolen, probably for recycling, which is a sad end to a work of art. A third bird has been installed, this time welded in a seated position, and it is hoped it will prove too difficult for thieves to steal. Tourists and locals alike admire the statue, which “honors grandafthers,” as evidenced by the wear to the patina on the statue’s knee and arm where people pose with it. Sandi Green Kalinowski, a graduate of Pacific Grove High School, had the statue made of her father, Hal Green. She wanted to purchase a city memorial bench to honor her late mother, but the waiting list was so long that she decided to go another route. Her dad had been a “patron” of Alexander, who did the casting work. When the statue was made, they ordered three birds -- just in case. And it’s a good thing, she says. On July 17 there will be a low-key “birthday” celebration at the Chamber office to celebrate the fifth anniversary of the installation of the statue.
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Opening at Carmel Art Association
Monterey Jazz Festival and Monterey Bay Aquarium
Poetry workshop offered at Monterey Library
The Monterey Jazz Festival is proud to announce the fifth year of the “Evenings by the Bay” concert series, produced in collaboration with the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Taking place Saturday and Sunday evenings from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. in the Aquarium’s Marine Mammal Gallery from June 30 – Sept. 2, the 20-performance concert series features some of the Monterey Peninsula’s most talented professional musicians, as well as student musicians in the Monterey Jazz Festival’s Education Programs. The “Evenings by the Bay” series provides a much-needed outlet for live music, and enhanced value and entertainment for Aquarium visitors, already an internationally renowned destination for all ages. The concerts are included with regular admission to the Aquarium. “Live jazz performed by these great bands creates a whole different experience for Evenings by the Bay,” said Mimi Hahn, Vice President of Marketing and Communications for the aquarium. “It transforms the aquarium for our visitors and is a perfect fit for summer weekends.” “The Monterey Jazz Festival is proud to collaborate with the Monterey Bay Aquarium once again, and the Aquarium deserves much merit for continuing this live jazz tradition and uplifting the arts on the Monterey Peninsula,” said Paul Contos, Education Director for the Festival. Since its inauguration in 2008, Evenings by the Bay has brought live music to the Monterey Bay Aquarium each summer, transforming an already exciting visit into something special for both visitors and performers. The 2012 concert series will feature saxophonists Paul Contos, Roger Eddy, Gary Meek, and Stu Reynolds; pianist Bill Spencer; bassists Pete Lips and Dan Robbins; vocalists Lauri Hofer, Julie Capili, and Scotty Wright; flutist Kenny Stahl; as well as the bands Along Came Betty, Aporia, Monterey Bay Jazz Orchestra; and Bayside Jazz from Monterey Peninsula College. In addition, hand-selected students from the Monterey Jazz Festival’s Education Programs will also perform. All concerts will take place on the first floor in the Marine Mammal Galleries section of the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
The first new shows for the CAA this summer open on Thur., July 5 and run through the last day of the month, July 31. Monterey artist Norma Zeigle Bhaskar takes the Center Room with “Abstracts: Etudes in Color”, with a showing of abstract expressionist paintings in acrylic on canvas. Bhaskar creates a strong visual impact with her bold forms and colors that also embrace an innocent, vulnerable quality touching emotional chords of a more delicate nature. Melissa Lofton has created a series of “New Paintings” in oil on canvas. A life-long resident of Big Sur, Lofton’s inspiration comes China Cove, Peggy Jelmini, oil from a deep connection to nature and her own inner landscape, producing works of rich texture, color and depth — the interplay of the seen and unseen. Lofton is a painter who enjoys “life on the edge”— as on the Big Sur coast — as well as expressed through her canvases. Showing in the Gallery Showcase for July, award-winning plein air painter Mark Farina displays “The French Collection”, oil landscapes from his recent trip to Paris and the Provence region in the south of France. Also in the Gallery Showcase, Peggy Jelmini offers recent California landscapes in oil. An opening reception for the July shows will be held on Saturday, July 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. The Carmel Art Association is located on Dolores Street between 5th and 6th and is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information please call 831-624-6176 or visit the website at carmelart.org. You can also find us on Facebook at facebook.com/ carmelartassociation. The Monterey Public Library will present a Poetry Workshop for Kids with Patrice Vecchione on Thursday, July 5, at 3 p.m., as part of the Summer Reading Program. Children ages 7-up are invited to attend. Admission is free, but pre-registration is required. Sign up in person in the Library, Bookmobile, or online. For more information call 831.646.3933 or visit www.monterey.org/library. The Library is located at 625 Pacific Street, Monterey.
Legal Notices NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Rosalina Tungol Pasibe Case # MP20775 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors,
contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Rosalina Tungol Pasibe, aka Rosalina Pasibe A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Massimiliano Manai in the Superior Court of California, County of: Monterey The Petition for Probate requests that: Massimiliano Manai be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: July 20, 2012 Time: 10:00 AM Dept.: 16 Address of court: 1200 Aquajito Road, Monterey, CA 93940. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request
for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Matthew E. Williamson, 490 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA 93940 (831) 657-0100 6/15, 6/22, 6/29
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 20121135 The following person is doing business as CENTRAL COAST ENTERTAINMENT, 25388 Highway 1, Carmel, Monterey County, CA 93923. Daniel Joseph Lamb, 25388 Highway 1, Carmel, CA 93923. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on 06/05/2012. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name(s) listed above on N/A. Signed: Daniel Lamb. This business is conducted by an Individual. Publication dates: 6/08, 6/15, 6/22, 6/29/2012 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 20121135 The following person is doing business as THE CENTRELLA INN, 612 Central Ave., Pacific Grove, Monterey County, CA 93950. Amrish G. Patel, Trustee of the Patel Family Revocable Trust, dated the 28th Day of January, 2010, 9030 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel, CA 93923; Jignasa Patel, Trustee of the Patel Family Revocable Trust, dated the 28th Day of January, 2010, 9030 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel, CA 93923. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on 06/28/2012. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name(s) listed above on 05/12/04. Signed: Amrish G. Patel. This business is conducted by a Trust. Publication dates: 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20/12
“Evenings by the Bay” Summer Concert Series returns
Evenings by the Bay schedule / All performances from 6:00-8:00 p.m. June 30: Kenny Stahl & Friends July 1: Bill Spencer & Friends July 7: Stu Reynolds’ Latin Jazz Project July 8: Stu Renolds & Friends July 14: Along Came Betty July 15: Roger Eddy & Friends July 21: Pete Lips with Lauri Hofer July 22: MPC Combo: Bayside Jazz July 28: Gary Meek & Friends July 29: Kenny Stahl & Friends August 4: Two Bass Hit: Pete Lips, Dan Robbins & Friends August 5: Roger Eddy & Friends August 11: A Tribute to the Brecker Brothers August 12: Aporia featuring Julie Capili & Scotty Wright August 18: Along Came Betty August 19: Paul Contos & Friends August 25: Kenny Stahl & Friends August 26: Bill Spencer & Friends September 1: Monterey Jazz Festival Students September 2: Monterey Bay Jazz Orchestra About the Monterey Jazz Festival The Monterey Jazz Festival celebrates the legacy of jazz and expands the boundaries of and opportunities to experience jazz through the creative production of performances and educational programs. www.montereyjazzfestival.org About the Monterey Bay Aquarium Since its opening in 1984 on Monterey’s historic Cannery Row, the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s mission has been to inspire conservation of the oceans. Consistently ranked #1 in the United States for its innovative exhibits and unsurpassed visitor experience, and with more than 35,000 creatures representing over 550 species in nearly 200 exhibits filling 34 major galleries, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is a showcase for the habitats and sea life of one of the world’s richest marine regions. www.montereybayaquarium.org
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Peeps La Creme Monterey
Grand Avenue Liquors & Deli
Tamie Aceves, principal of La Creme Monterey, wields giant scissors as she cuts the ribbon for her new endeavor. On hand were friends and business associates, city councilmembers and Chamber of Commerce ambassadors.
Chris Palma widls the scissors at the June 27 ribbon cutting for Grand Avenue Liquors & Deli. The space has been remodeled and a full service deli and sandwich bar has been installed,m serving sandwiches and deli salads. Photo by Michael Sizemore.
Calling Teen Singers, Dancers, Actors and Musicians! Come join us and tell your story in this summer’s production of
The scrumptious spread at La Creme Monterey. Photos by Peter Mounteer.
Artists of the Blind & Visually Impaired Center on display at Medusa’s Emporium Medusa’s Emporium in partnership with the Blind & Visually Impaired Center of Monterey County presents Boundless Vision, an art show featuring artists from the Blind & Visually Impaired Center of Monterey County. Boundless Vision runs from June 23 to August 15, 2012. Medusa’s Emporium, phone (831) 655-3325, is located at 1219 Forest Avenue, Suite E in Pacific Grove. The Blind & Visually Impaired Center of Monterey County is a non-profit organization that has provided services to county residents since 1971. Many of these valuable services that help people learn to adapt to the loss of sight are provided in a person’s home. A portion of all sales from this show will go to the Blind & Visually Impaired Center.
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Ragamuffin Musical Theatre Teen Company ’12 Mon., July 16-Sun., Aug. 5 Monday - Friday rehearsal hours 12 noon - 4:30 PM Performance on Sat. and Sun. Aug. 4 and 5
CONTACT:
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Your friends and neighbors
Peeps Pacific Grove High School Honor Roll Spring Semester 2011/2012 HIGHEST HONORS ~ 4.00 and above Richard Alves, Arwa Awan, Ray Barakat, Paige Book, Jessica Bullington, Robyn Bursch, Hye Rhyn Chung, Bryan Clark, Christopher Clements, Konner Coleman, Claire D’Angelo, Lauren Dykman, Isabella Fenstermaker, Callum Gilchrist, Malia Graciani, Maggie Grindstaff Snyder, Reeve Grobecker, Nicole Hage, George Haugen, Jenna Hively, Austin Jenanyan, Daniel Jiang, Matthew Johnson, Michelle Katz, Adam Kershner, Hana Kim, Jinhyun Kim, Sun Joo Kim, Jamin Kim-Sanders, Roxy Kushner, George Laiolo, Cody Lee, William Lewis, James Liu, Brian Long, Emily Long, Rebecca Long, Luke Lowell, Paul Marien, Timothy Matthews, Elizabeth McCann, Erika McLitus, Laura Merchak, Kory Milar, Addison Miller, Maya Mueller, Carol Nader, Audrey Norris, Aubrie Odell, Chang Yoon Oh, Jennifer Orozco, Colleen Paddock, Stella Park, Jadon Phillip, Nathan Phillips, Brendan Posson, Dean Randall, Taylor Rhoades, Elmer Santos, Hsinyi Shen, Emily Shifflett, Sonja Silkey, Disha Singh, Ellis Smith, Jessie Smith, Corinne Sohle, Ji Hyun Song, Maya Sritharan, Erica Sy, Sydney Thompson, Marie Vastola, Samantha Wagner, Eugenia Wang, Lauren Weichert, Alexa White, Hayoung Youn
HIGH HONORS ~ 3.5 – 3.99 Lila Afifi, Kaitlin Alt, Chiaki Asahara, Muhammad Taha Awan, Hannah Azerang, Danielle Baudoux, Kendra Bell, Veronique Benard, Emma Bergon, Sergio Bindel, Dean Boerner, Yann Brown, Oliver Bunten, Guadalupe Cabrera-Barrios, Lauren Callahan, Dylan Chesney, Savannah Chioino, Tyler Chisman, Michael Cho, WonJoon Choi, Fredrick Chung, Amanda Coleman, Lillian Consiglio, Rebecca Cooper, Stefano Cueto, Liam Cunningham, Kyle Czaplak, Theresa Dana, Zelda Elisco, Jacob Ellzey, Christopher Fife, Katelyn Gaines, Joanna Garcia, Valentina Garcia-Borrero, Tyler Gelzleichter, Malcolm Gingras, Daniel Giovinazzo, Sarah Gordon, Samuel Hapner-Goldman, Folauhola Hautau, Holly Heebink, Tuesday Hilton, Christopher Housel, Kimberly Huynh, Cyril Maei Ilagan, Grant Jaholkowski, Olivia Jamison, Evan Jaques, Michael Johnson, Jordan Jones, Taylor Jones, Olivia Juarez, Seo Kang, James Karasek, Stephen Katz, Payton Keller, Joshua Kim, Ian Lane, Dahyun Lee, Christian Leisner, Ivanna Liittschwager, Victoria Lis, Danielle Little, Jacobsen Loh, Jenny Lopez Vazquez, Austin Lord, Kyle Lundquist, Courtney Lyon, Lyla Mahmoud, Taylor Manuian, Josette Marsh, Joshua Massey, Cassie McClenaghan, Aidan McIntyre, Mary Modisette, Lauren Molin, Claire Momberger, Lindsey Morgan, Lindsey Morin,
Matthew Mounteer, Ricardo Munoz Zarate, Lauren Murphy, Esme Nickerson, Caitlin O’Donnell, Eric O’Hagan, Robin Olson, Golnoush Pak, Kristine Pak, Roma Patel, Michael Paxton, Spiro Pettas, Emily Phillips, Katherine Phillips, Morganne Pieroni, Jennifer Porzig, Melissa Radler, Brianna Rakouska, Makena Rakouska, Casey Reeves, Sabrina Riffle, Kailee Romberg, Krista Ross, Mark Ryan, Nathan Sampaolo, Hana Santucci, Denisa Satrio, Meagan Shih, Sage Shrader, Brent Smith, Erica Smith, Aidan Stelzried, Emily Stewart, Shaylyn Stewart, Katrine Stokkebye, Isabel Sweet, Emily Sy, Emma Teering, Tijmen Teering, Julian Thompson, Albert Trombetta, Jonathon Vanderhorst, Lucas Vollbehr, Ava Vucina, Malisha Wijesinghe, Jackson Wood, Jin-Young Yoon, Jae Wan Yun
HONORS ~ 3.0 – 3.49 Christopher Ahart, Baktash Ahmad, Bushra Ahmad, Lena Andreas, Nicholas Armas, Megan Backs, Sam Balali, Mitchell Barr, Margaret Barreto, Alyssa Barroso, Mackenzie Bell, Michelle Bernier, Daniel Boatman, Austin Book, Nicholas Borges, Elliot Bradford Chesebrough, Michael Brown, Zachary Brown, Daniel Bursch, Jorge Cabrera, Wesley Carswell, Shawn Christopher, Kenneth Coleman, Forest Compton, Rachel Cope, Mario Costa, Emily Czaplak, Amber Deal, Julian DeAmaral, Samantha Deems,
Tianna Delpozzo, Jordan Dewitt, Samba Diallo, John Diehl, Trevor Dixon, Elena Doss, Sophia Favazza, Peter Fernandez, Alexandria Flores, Rosa Garcia, Jordan Gaugush, Breeana Gendreau, Benjamin Getreu, Jack Giovinazzo, Meriel Glysson, Marshall Goldman, Lesly Gomez, Alexander Gonzalez, Shayne Grindstaff, Cassandra Guderski, Shelby Gutierrez, Zachary Hagood, Tyler Hallock, Kathrine Hansen, Michael Hardenstein, Logan Hart, Mele Hautau, Kaitlynn Hayden, Jack Heebink, Luke Holsworth, Khalid Ismail, Calvin Jansen, Jeremy Jenanyan, Joshua Johnson, Min Kang, Corina Victoria Kaufman, Brian Kearney, David Kellogg, Jacqueline Kerrigan-Prew, Sara Khalil, Yoon Jin Kim, Keaton Klockow, Nediva Kressman, Joshua Kurtz, Heath Law, Jason Leach, Ryan LeBon, Geehyun Lee, Ziliang Li, Brandon Libby, Kendra Lis, Cesar Lopez, Victoria Lopez, Sophie Lowell, Victoria Lucido, Marcus Magalso, Lakyn Marciano, Monika Massey, Jessica Matthews, Kenna Mattison, Taylor McMackin, Kyler Mello, Deliah Miller, Nicholas Moran, Renzon Morata, Nathan Moses, Nikhil Naiker, Jack Norris, Jordan O’Donnell, Hayley Oliver, Kenneth Olsen, Oscar Orozco, Jennifer Osborne, Geon Park, Andrew Paxton, Katelyn Peakes, Kazia Peralsky, Alonzo Perez, Alexander Pflug, Liam Posson, Emma Puckett,
Caleb Reyes, Kellyn Rodewald, Bianca Rosa, Kevin Russo, Madison Rutberg, Robert Sanders, Julianna Schiavone, Luke Schrader, Lorenzo Sgandurra, Brittany Shaver, Austin Shilstone, Courtney Smith, Kristin Sollecito, Samuel Stauffer, Dashiell Stokes, Catherine Strang, Brooke Street, Sabrina Suarez-Ortiz, Carlyn Tagg, Wesley Tagg, Luca Talone, Christina Taschner, James Thomas, Celeste Torres, Isaac Torres-Luis, Hyun Toves, Veronica Trinidad, Noa Umbaugh, Emory Vasquez, Mario Villacres, Vanessa Villarreal, Michelle Watkins, Destinee Wavrin, Autumn Waznis, Jennifer Winter, Samwaeil Yousif, Roberto Zambrano, Aris Zavitsanos
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Your friends and neighbors
Peeps Packing her equipaje
We interviewed Lilly Clements in 2009, the year she graduated from Pacific Grove High School, the year she was part of an award-winning Mock Trial team and garnered scholarships which helped send her to Sonoma State. Lilly tells us she’s on her way to spend a year in Chile studying, working on her double major of Psychology and Women’s and Gender Studies. She’s minoring in Spanish language, and will be entering an immersion program in Chile for her “fourth year abroad” studies, where everything she does will be that language -- studying and living arrangements. After the year, which she says she has been told is one of the lardest, longest, and most intense of the three she examined, she will have one more year at Sonoma State. She carries the good wishes of her hometown with her.
Off to the Great White North to further his education Brian Wehrer--Dining Room Staff at Canterbury Woods - is heading back to Alaska
PGPD’s Cdr. John Miller graduates from FBI’s National Academy
Cdr. John Miller On June 8, 2012, Cmdr. John P. Miller of the Pacific Grove Police Department was among 264 graduates from the 249th Session of the FBI National Academy (NA). Established in 1937, the FBI NA is a prestigious 10 week academic program for law enforcement leaders hosted by the FBI at the FBI Academy located at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia. The 249th had students from 48 states, 24 international countries, four military branches, and five federal law enforcement organizations. The FBI provides for the room, board, and travel expenses for students attending the NA. All classes are accredited through the University of Virginia and Cmdr. Miller received a Graduate Certificate of Completion in Criminal Justice, earning 15 graduate and 2 undergraduate college units while studying various law enforcement subjects including statement analysis, interviewing strategies, and terrorism. Additionally, Cmdr. Miller earned the coveted NA “Yellow Brick” for completing the rigorous NA physical fitness program, which culminated in running the USMC’s 6.1 mile obstacle course (known as the “Yellow Brick Road”), as well as the NA’s “Blue Brick” for swimming a cumulative 34 miles as part of an extracurricular physical fitness activity. However, the most valuable and lasting aspect of the NA experience was the opportunity to meet other law enforcement executives from many different backgrounds and sharing their experiences, ideas, and possible solutions to the challenges facing law enforcement today.
SRO joins the Navy Brian has been attending Monterey Peninsula College while working in the Canterbury Woods Dining Room. He considers this his favorite job so far and particularly enjoyed getting to know the residents. He is headed off to college in Fairbanks, Alaska to study nursing. Many Canterbury residents have been to Alaska and enjoy sharing their experiences, maps, and books of the area. Several Canterbury residents were also
in the military/medical field and went to Med-school in San Antonio, spent time in Fairbanks, and ended up on the Monterey Peninsula. He actually knows what to expect; he moved here from Alaska two years ago with his family as his father accepted a position teaching at DLI. He has found it interesting to realize the pathway his father has followed. Brian says that his experience at Canterbury Woods has
confirmed his interest in becoming a nurse. Residents enjoy his upbeat outlook and wish him great success--and say they look forward to keeping in touch by email to follow Brian’s Alaskan adventure. – Marley Knoles
Officer Eva Rasul, PDPG's School Resource Officer as well as one of the patrol officers, told us yesterday she has signed up for boot camp and will be in the Navy come July! She'll be back in Nov. but we need to find a new SRO. Good luck Ofcr. Rasul!
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Fresh tastes of summer at Canterbury Woods
The residents were treated to a “Farmer’s Market” culinary experience the other day with fresh and grilled veggies and fruit. Grilled fennel, peaches, plums and pineapple were among the taste sensations served. Photos by Marley Knoles
Monterey Peninsula Water Management District re-elects Pebble Beach’s Leo Laska as chair
The Monterey Regional Waste Management District (MRWMD) Board of Directors has re-elected Pebble Beach Community Services District Director Leo Laska as chairperson and has elected Del Rey Oaks Council Member Dennis Allion vice-chair for the 2012-2013 fiscal year, effective July 1. The board’s unanimous actions came Friday (June 15) at its monthly meeting in its chambers at the district administration building in Marina. Laska has been board chair since the start of 2007. Former Carmel Mayor Sue McCloud, longtime board vice-chair, was nominated to retain her position, but she declined and suggested the election
of Allion instead. McCloud had served as board vice-chair since the 2005-2006 fiscal year. Laska has served on the board since January 2004, McCloud since May 1998 and Allion since February 2011. The MRWMD Board is made up of representatives from all seven cities on the Monterey Peninsula – Carmel by-theSea, Del Rey Oaks, Marina, Monterey, Pacific Grove, Sand City and Seaside – as well as from Monterey County and the Pebble Beach Community Services District. Members of the board, in addition to Laska, Allion and McCloud, include retired Pacific Grove City Manager Gary Bales who is Pacific Grove’s representa-
tive on the Board. Also seated are Monterey Council Member Libby Downey, Marina Mayor Bruce Delgado, Seaside Council Member Ian Oglesby, Monterey County Supervisor Jane Parker and Sand City Mayor David Pendergrass. The mission of the MRWMD is to provide the highest quality, cost-efficient integrated waste management services to the greater Monterey Peninsula while preserving the environment and protecting public health through the reduction, reuse, recycling and safe disposal of the waste stream. William Merry is the General Manager and District Engineer of the MRWMD, which was created in 1951.
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New You
Health and Well-Being
Are You Ready To Claim Your Life?
The key to living a fuller life is understanding and clearing old patterns and self-negating beliefs from the subconscious. The subconscious mind is 90% of the mind and doesn’t have any sense of time. Negative beliefs from our childhood live int he subconscious mind, below the radar. We operate with a fraction of our potential awareness and creativity, ignoring a vast, unexplored interior containing the roots of suffering, and the wellspring of wisdom. Today, as Adults, we have choices we didn’t have in our childhood. We can choose to heal our negative beliefs and assumptions about ourselves, others, about life. As Adults, we are also capable of Self-Love-loving who we are unconditionally, also knowing that we are going to make mistakes at times. We are not supposed to be perfect. We can learn from our mistakes and deepen our relaxation and joy about this life. Let yourself step into your Adult body, Adult consciousness, put your hand or hands on your chest, where love lives, and say aloud: “This is my life. I love myself unconditionally.” Remember, “Love is in the Air.” Breath in the Universal Love from the air and let is spread through you. Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths. Get a sense of your life; let yourself open to the big picture-what is your Mission in this life? What is your Main Purpose in this life? Let yourself see it or feel it. Now to imagine that you are allowing yourself to fully manifest your Mission in this this life. How does it feel? Are you noticing any fears coming up? Any shame, anger, frustration, sadness? Any sense of not deserving to have what you want? Even to ask for what you want! These are feelings, beliefs from your negative conditioning in childhood. “You should be who your parents, your teachers want you to be,
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Self discovery not who you really are!” As that child, you were told all these lies. Now, as the Adult that you are today, imagine holding your Inner Child, the wounded part of you in your body, and saying to him or her: “I am very sorry that in the past, when I didn’t exist, you were rejected for being your true self and were pushed to fulfill the expectations fo the authority figures back then. Now, that I am your Adult self, and you live in my body, I am here to keep you safe, protected, and love you unconditionally. I also love your feelings, your fears, your shame, your sadness, your anger, your frustrations, your joy-all fo what you naturally feel as my Inner Child.” Let your unconditional love in your heart and in the air spread to your Inner Child’s fear, now felt in your body. When fear is fully accepted and loved, it transforms into courage, a deep sense of deserving. Now you know in cells that you deserve your Mission in this life to become reality. Are you aware of any shame? When you accept and love your Inner Child’s shame, the feeling transforms into joy, creativity, and your intuition is more accessible to you. Any anger, disappointment, frustration? Love these feelings, and they transform into your natural power, healthy boundaries as an Adult today, and your ability to take action so that you can step into your Main Purpose in this life. How about sadness? Feeling sad about having to settle for less as a child that you felt within you. Fully
accept and love your Inner Child’s sadness and it transforms into a deep sense of trust. Your Wounded Child knows Biography Rabia Erduman was born in Istanbul, Turkey and later spent ten years in Germany before arriving in the United States in 1983. She has traveled extensively in Europe, India, and Bali and is fluent in English, German, and Turkish. Rabia has a B.A. in Psychology, and uses the Clarity Process, Alchemical Hypnotherapy, Reiki, Craniosacral Therapy, Polarity Therapy, and Trauma
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The Green Page Save Our Shores Wants YOU to Volunteer for Clean Beaches on July 4th and 5th
Save Our Shores (SOS) urges Monterey County residents and visitors to protect our marine environment this July 4th and 5th by taking action to prevent pollution on our local beaches. Because when all the visitors have come and gone, our beaches are left trashed and polluted with thousands of pounds of debris. It’s up to the Monterey County locals to stop this pollution before it enters the ocean, harms marine wildlife, and trashes our Sanctuary. Wednesday, July 4, is Pollution Prevention Day on Carmel Beach. Volunteers are needed to hit the beache from 1-5pm to spread the Bring Your Own message, hand out trash and recycling bags, and educate beach goers on how to properly dispose of and pack out their trash. Volunteers may pre-register online at saveourshores. org. Thursday, July 5, is the Star Spangled Beach Cleanup on Carmel Beach and Del Monte Beach at Wharf #2. The Star Spangled Beach Cleanup is the second largest beach cleanup of the year on the Central Coast. Volunteers are needed from 8-10am and may preregister online or simply show up at the location of their choice to take action for the ocean. All cleanup materials will be provided. “The beaches of Monterey Bay see tens of thousands of visitors around the Fourth of July holiday. Save Our Shores encourages everyone to keep our beaches clean and beautiful by joining us for the Star Spangled Beach Cleanup on July 5. It’s up to us to keep the thousands of pounds of pollution left behind from trashing the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary,” says Andrew Hoeksema, Coordinator of Volunteer Programs at Save Our Shores. The health of our oceans depends on responsible actions. Come be part of the solution with Save Our Shores. Find out more and register online at: http://saveourshores.org/what-we-do/july4-5.php. About Save Our Shores: Save Our Shores is the Central Coast leader in caring for the marine environment through ocean awareness, advocacy and citizen action. Our core initiatives are Plastic Pollution, Clean Boating, and Ocean Awareness. Over the last 30 years, Save Our Shores helped to establish the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, prevent offshore oil drilling and cruise ship pollution, and today focuses on educating youth about our local watersheds, tackling pollution on our beaches and rivers, implementing our renowned DockWalker program, and providing our community with educated and inspired Sanctuary Stewards. For more information visit: www.saveourshores.org.
Shopping in Monterey? Take your own bag
Plastic bag ban, fee for paper starts July 1 A ban on single-use plastic bags begins in the City of Monterey on Sunday, July 1. Plastic bags will no longer be available and paper bags will cost a dime each at retail stores in the City of Monterey. Consumers are advised to get ready to bring their own re-usable bag – as of July 1. The switch to re-usable bags in Monterey is designed to reduce waste and oil consumption and protect our oceans and wildlife. To prepare residents, visitors and businesses for the change, the City of Monterey will begin a Bring Your Own Bag Countdown on June 21, issuing daily reminders and fun facts about the upcoming switch. Saturday, June 30 – Join a celebration of the ban on single-use plastic bags on the lawn at Colton Hall on Pacific Street in Monterey. You can show your commitment to eliminating the 3 million plastic bags
used in Monterey each year and to living more sustainably, and pick up a free reusable bag and window cling reminder at the same time. This event is sponsored by Save Our Shores, Green Heart Works, Green Pedal Couriers, Bagspeak/Bagitos, Bittner Pens, Offset Project, Monterey Green Action, Community for a Sustainable Monterey County and the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Conserving Now donated the window clings. Sunday, July 1 – From 12 – 2:00 p.m., stop at the tables hosted by Save Our Shores at Del Monte Shopping Center, and at Nob Hill Foods and Trader Joe’s hosted by Bagspeak/Bagitos. All locations will be able to answer questions and provide free reusable bags. For more information, visit our website at www.MontereyRecycles. org