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LONG, STRANGE TRIP Santa Cruz celebrates the 50th anniversary of the first Acid Test P22

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EDITOR’S NOTE Like most people who’ve been around here for a while, I’ve heard many times over the years about Santa Cruz hosting the first of the “Acid Tests” thrown by Ken Kesey’s Merry Pranksters. But the stories were always a bit vague and hazy, and after a while started to sound a tad apocryphal. Who exactly was at this thing, anyway? Where was the Spread, the long-gone spot where it was held? Did the Grateful Dead really play, as many people swore, despite the fact that at the time, they technically weren’t even the Grateful Dead? There were just enough confusing and contradictory details to make me wonder if our claim on one of the landmark events of ’60s

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Thank you for the helpful article “Looking to Pass” by Jacob Pierce (GT, 11/25). Good background reading for a transportation action focus group being held on Dec. 12, 1-5 p.m. at Calvary Episcopal Parish Hall (Cedar and Lincoln streets). It is one of the workshops requested in a survey taken in the recent Climate March and Rally held on Nov. 22 at San Lorenzo Park, attended by 350 people. As facilitator for the transportation workshop, I have invited a cross-section of representatives from the Metro, Santa Cruz Bikes, the Campaign for Sensible Transportation, and the new rail initiative to be on hand as resource persons. We will look at the issues, learn about current initiatives and plans, and determine possible actions we can take as a group. Some of the other workshops included are agriculture, water, rising sea levels, and radical system change. An opportunity for locals to give their input to climate change issues and what they want to do about them. DANA BAGSHAW | SANTA CRUZ CLIMATE ACTION NETWORK

counterculture wasn’t some kind of collective misremembrance, or at least overblown. In his cover story this week, Geoffrey Dunn explains exactly why those details are so confusing and contradictory. He’s done a mountain of research, from tracking down writings and news reports of the time to interviews with those who were there, to give easily the best and most complete account of what happened that night 50 years ago that you could ever hope to read. And fans of the book that made Kesey’s exploits famous, Tom Wolfe’s The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test—with its wild italicizations and generally taboo-shattering narrative—will recognize Dunn’s homage to its groundbreaking style. It’s not just the definitive story about the first Acid Test, it’s also a great read. STEVE PALOPOLI | EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

NOT SUSTAINABLE Kudos to Bonnie Linden (GT, 11/18) for her efforts to lead us all to a more sustainable future with less waste. I did a similar thing with my waste stream only to get hammered by the Santa Cruz Utilities Department when I asked to not be charged for the service that I did not receive. When they refused my request I responded by refusing to pay the bogus (non) trash/recycling collection bill. I also refused to take the trash and recycling carts they wanted to give me. They responded by threatening to shut off the water supply to my property! This seems like true extortion. Rather than encourage sustainability and waste reduction, the city bureaucrats act like the Mafia with their “My way or we break your leg, one size fits all” policy. Good luck with that promoting innovation in helping to build a sustainable future! DREW LEWIS | SANTA CRUZ SUSTAINABLE LIVING CENTER

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The Santa Cruz Warming Center has opened its doors on two frigid nights so far this fall season, one night at the Calvary Episcopal Church downtown and another at the Quaker Meeting House. It’s been gaining momentum, too. The Santa Cruz City Council has begun talks about opening city-owned buildings to the Warming Center 10 nights a year.

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What’s your favorite place to buy gifts downtown? BY MATTHEW COLE SCOTT

I’m a geek at heart, so I would go to Atlantis Fantasyworld. RON CARSKADDON SANTA CRUZ | FRONT DESK MANAGER

The Sockshop is my favorite place to buy gifts. Everybody likes socks. JENNIFER KOSKI SANTA CRUZ | TEACHER

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ROB BREZSNY FREE WILL ASTROLOGY Week of December 2 ARIES Mar21–Apr19 “Happiness sneaks through a door you didn’t know that you left open,� said actor John Barrymore. I hope you’ve left open a lot of those doors, Aries. The more there are, the happier you will be. This is the week of all weeks when joy, pleasure, and even zany bliss are likely to find their ways into your life from unexpected sources and unanticipated directions. If you’re lucky, you also have a few forgotten cracks and neglected gaps where fierce delights and crisp wonders can come wandering in.

TAURUS Apr20–May20 What state of mind do you desire the most? What is the quality of being that you aspire to inhabit more and more as you grow older? Maybe it’s the feeling of being deeply appreciated, or the ability to see things as they really are, or an intuitive wisdom about how to cultivate vibrant relationships. I invite you to set an intention to cultivate this singular experience with all your passion and ingenuity. The time is right. Make a pact with yourself.

GEMINI May21–June20 Like Metallica jamming with Nicki Minaj and Death Cab for Cutie on a passage from Mozart’s opera The Magic Flute, you are redefining the meanings of the words “hybrid,� “amalgam,� and “hodgepodge.� You’re mixing metaphors with panache. You’re building bridges with cheeky verve. Some of your blends are messy mishmashes, but more often they are synergistic successes. With the power granted to me by the gods of mixing and matching, I hereby authorize you to keep splurging on the urge to merge. This is your special time to experiment with the magic of combining things that have rarely or never been combined.

CANCER Jun21–Jul22 I hope you can figure out the difference between the fake cure and the real cure. And once you know which is which, I hope you will do the right thing rather than the sentimental thing. For best results, keep these considerations in mind: The fake cure may taste sweeter than the real one. It may also be better packaged and more alluringly promoted. In fact, the only advantage the real cure may have over the fake one is that it will actually work to heal you.

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There’s a sinuous, serpentine quality about you these days. It’s as if you are the elegant and crafty hero of an epic myth set in the ancient future. You are sweeter and saucier than usual, edgier and more extravagantly emotive. You are somehow both a repository of tantalizing secrets and a fount of arousing revelations. As I meditate on the magic you embody, I am reminded of a passage from Laini Taylor’s fantasy novel Daughter of Smoke & Bone: “She tastes like nectar and salt. Nectar and salt and apples. Pollen and stars and hinges. She tastes like fairy tales. Swan maiden at midnight. Cream on the tip of a fox’s tongue. She tastes like hope.�

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VIRGO Aug23–Sep22 I bought an old horoscope book at a garage sale for 25 cents. The cover was missing and some pages were water-damaged, so parts of it were hard to decipher. But the following passage jumped out at me: “In romantic matters, Virgos initially tend to be cool, even standoffish. Their perfectionism may interfere with their ability to follow through on promising beginnings. But if they ever allow themselves to relax and go further, they will eventually ignite. And then, watch out! Their passion will generate intense heat and light.� I suspect that this description may apply to you in the coming weeks. Let’s hope you will trust your intuition about which possibilities warrant your caution and which deserve your opening.

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SCORPIO Oct23–Nov21 Ducks are the most unflappable creatures I know. Cats are often regarded as the top practitioners of the “I don’t give a f---� attitude, but I think ducks outshine them. When domestic felines exhibit their classic aloofness, there’s sometimes a subtext of annoyance or contempt. But ducks are consistently as imperturbable as Zen masters. Right now, as I gaze out my office window, I’m watching five of them swim calmly, with easygoing nonchalance, against the swift current of the creek in the torrential rain. I invite you to be like ducks in the coming days. Now is an excellent time to practice the high art of truly not giving a f---.

SAGITTARIUS Nov22–Dec21 My old friend Jeff started working at a gambling casino in Atlantic City. “You’ve gone over to the dark side!� I kidded. He acknowledged that 90 percent of the casino’s visitors lose money gambling. On the bright side, he said, 95 percent of them leave happy. I don’t encourage you to do this kind of gambling in the near future, Sagittarius. It’s true that you will be riding a lucky streak. But smarter, surer risks will be a better way to channel your good fortune. So here’s the bottom line: In whatever way you choose to bet or speculate, don’t let your lively spirits trick you into relying on pure impulsiveness. Do the research. Perform your due diligence. It’s not enough just to be entertained. The goal is to both have fun and be successful.

CAPRICORN Dec22–Jan19 Ancient Greek philosopher Epicurus was a pioneer thinker whose ideas helped pave the way for the development of science. Believe nothing, he taught, unless you can evaluate it through your personal observation and logical analysis. Using this admirable approach, he determined that the size of our sun is about two feet in diameter. I’m guessing that you have made comparable misestimations about at least two facts of life, Capricorn. They seem quite reasonable but are very wrong. The good news is that you will soon be relieved of those mistakes. After some initial disruption, you will feel liberated.

AQUARIUS Jan20–Feb18 Aquarian inventor Thomas Edison owned 1,093 patents. Nicknamed “The Wizard of Menlo Park,� he devised the first practical electric light bulb, the movie camera, the alkaline storage battery, and many more useful things. The creation he loved best was the phonograph. It was the first machine in history that could record and reproduce sound. Edison bragged that no one else had ever made such a wonderful instrument. It was “absolutely original.� I bring this to your attention, Aquarius, because I think you’re due for an outbreak of absolute originality. What are the most unique gifts you have to offer? In addition to those you already know about, new ones may be ready to emerge.

PISCES Feb19–Mar20 Here’s an experiment that makes good astrological sense for you to try in the coming weeks. Whenever you feel a tinge of frustration, immediately say, “I am an irrepressible source of power and freedom and love.� Anytime you notice a trace of inadequacy rising up in you, or a touch of blame, or a taste of anger, declare, “I am an irresistible magnet for power and freedom and love.� If you’re bothered by a mistake you made, or a flash of ignorance expressed by another person, or a maddening glitch in the flow of the life force, stop what you’re doing, interrupt the irritation, and proclaim, “I am awash in power and freedom and love.�

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DEM BONES, DEM BONES Bone broth is nourishing in a way that many foods aren’t, enhancing immunity with vital nutrients,

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Bare Bones Is bone broth the carnivore’s cure-all? BY MARIA GRUSAUSKAS a grandma’s house in rural Kansas and something more noxious—and unapologetically cow bone—that permeates the walls of my one-room apartment, probably forever, and makes me question my resolve to not take the easy way out. (Staff of Life began selling its housemade batches of high quality chicken, fish, beef and pork bone broth about a year ago, not long after local company Kitchen Witch Bone Broth fired up the same ingenious cauldrons.) I follow Disalvo’s instructions, roasting the bones (for a deeper flavor) in the oven for an hour, which sends dark rivulets of red marrow dripping down their sides. Then transfer the nutrient-dense animal parts to a pot containing vinegar, water, and the meager renderings of my fridge: celery ends, half an onion, one bendy carrot. (Whole vegetables are best, otherwise they’ll

disintegrate and cloud the broth). Set to simmer “low and slow” for 24 hours, minimum. My bone experimentation began a few weeks ago, when flu-like symptoms sparked a googling session on whether chicken broth can really make us better when we’re sick. According to a 2000 study published in the journal Chest, it inhibits the movement of neutrophils, or white blood cells, to mucous membrane surfaces, resulting in an antiinflammatory effect and reduction of upper respiratory cold symptoms. What really hooked me, though, was the South American proverb “a good broth will resurrect the dead.” This pre-industrial, Old World tradition is now being embraced for its medicinal properties in treating ailments from anemia to diabetes, digestive problems and even cancer. “Stock contains minerals in a form the body can

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ante Disalvo holds up a mammoth-sized bone— the hind leg of a cow, it turns out—and I give him the nod. “Looks great,” I say, as if I do this all the time. The Staff of Life meat department is sold out of chicken necks, backs and feet, which had somehow seemed a little more benign. But Disalvo, who is now lovingly sawing the leg into two-inch segments, is enthusiastic that this bone will make a killer bone broth. He and head cook Jodi Gerstner make it all the time, he says. “Just remember to pour some apple cider vinegar over them when you add them to the pot. That will loosen up the calcium and draw out all the nutrients,” he says, handing over the morsels of cro-magnon familiarity ($10). Later that night, the smells coming out of my kitchen teeter between

absorb easily—not just magnesium, phosphorus, silicon, sulphur and trace minerals. [Calcium and potassium are also on that list.] It contains the broken down material from cartilage and tendons—stuff like chondroitin sulphates and glucosamine, now sold as expensive supplements for arthritis and joint pain,” writes Sally Fallon Morell, founding president of the Weston A. Price Foundation and author of the book Nourishing Traditions. (She later went on to write a book entirely about broth.) At the height of my flu, I purchased a 32-ounce jar of chicken bone broth made by Kitchen Witch ($15.99 at New Leaf). I sipped it like it was a warm hug. For breakfast, lunch and dinner. It soothed my distress, went down and stayed down, and softened the daggers behind my eyes. “Gelatin, which is a form of collagen, is the magic ingredient in bone broth that cures what ails you,” says Missy Woolstenhulme of Kitchen Witch. It gives your body the materials it needs to heal achy, worn down joints, she adds. “Chicken feet and knuckle bones are key to getting a high gel content in bone broth. Drinking bone broth before a meal stimulates your digestive system and allows you to absorb more nutrients from your food,” she says, adding that it repairs the lining of the gut, which can improve inflammatory disease. This digestive boost, according to Morell, comes from gelatin’s hydrophilic colloids, which attract digestive juices for rapid and effective digestion—a process that doesn’t happen with other heated proteins—helping to aid intestinal disorders including hyperacidity, colitis and Crohn’s disease. After 24 hours, the bones in my DIY batch of broth have fallen apart, exposing their porous insides (trypophobics beware). Nevertheless, I strain some of the golden liquid over a bowl of soba noodles, ginger, green onions, and a dash of salt. While I’ll never order a hamburger with the same dissociated nonchalance again, it was, in the end, worth all of the queasy details. Visit Staff of Life’s meat counter or kitchenwitchbroth.com for more.

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NEWS ONCE UPON A STREAM City leaders get excited about water, talk about possible ballot measure

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Rain fell persistently throughout a recent Tuesday meeting as Santa Cruz City Council prepared for a momentous decision a few years in the making. The steady precipitation provided a subtle irony as Santa Cruz city officials, water experts, scientists and citizens met at City Hall to solidify a plan about the reliability of the city’s water supply. The replenishment of some water doesn’t amount to a whole lot, compared to a four-year drought across the state of California. Nor does it change the fact that Santa Cruz’s only summer water supply is the relatively small Loch Lomond reservoir nestled in the Santa Cruz Mountains just northeast of Ben Lomond. The reservoir is currently at a reassuring 66 percent of its full capacity, and its promising levels were a factor in the council voting to end water rationing a month ago. For the short term, the tributary’s healthy numbers put the Santa Cruz Water Department and its customers in a more comfortable place than many Californians. But the numbers don’t tell the whole story, as that reservoir, with its 2.8-million-gallon capacity, is all the city has to get itself through the summer seasons. Throw in population growth, the need for increased water flows for endangered fish and the uncertainty of global warming, and water customers may have the recipe for a real shortage. It was in that context that Mayor Don Lane called it a “monumental decision” when the council unanimously approved a plan for conjunctive use, the chief recommendation of the 14-person Water Supply Advisory Committee (WSAC), on Tuesday, Nov. 24. Conjunctive use is a plan to build the infrastructure needed to pump additional water from the San Lorenzo River during the winter, when storms create higher river flows. If the plan works, the water department will inject the extracted water into groundwater systems with the aim of storing it in neighboring aquifers owned by the Soquel Creek Water District, the Scotts Valley Water District, or both.

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ithin Santa Cruz County at any given time there are about 550 youths who are dependents of the local court system, also known as foster care kids. One such 10-year-old boy was sent to Court Appointed Advocates of Santa Cruz County, or CASA for short, a few years ago. CASA pairs committed and trained adult volunteers with foster youth. The volunteers are officers of the court who are specially appointed by a judge to advocate for the youth during their time in foster care. This particular boy, says CASA outreach coordinator Cita Rasul, had never been allowed to go to school. He and his sister were clinging to each other that first day. “[He] had no background in school and had a

lot of catching up to do,” says Rasul. “Now he’s a teenager who is moody and interrupts and is exactly like a normal teenager.” “And getting straight A’s,” volunteer Doug Fischer chimes in. Fischer worked with the young boy, going above and beyond just advocating for him in court. Like many CASA volunteers, Fischer had worked to make sure the child had what he needed to catch up. Many foster children are removed from their families due to abusive or neglectful situations. They range in ages from young children to high schoolers, and as they grow up, foster youth often find themselves on troubled paths. According to national statistics, half of female foster youth are pregnant by the age of 19. Former foster youth make up 74 percent of incarcerated

BY SALLY NEAS individuals in the U.S. Half are in jail within two years of being emancipated from the system. Advocates like those in CASA are appointed to foster youth only in the most extreme cases. Youth who go through the CASA program do better in school, find permanent homes faster and are less likely to be bounced between homes, according to a University of Houston study. While anyone in the child’s life can request an advocate for him or her, the judge makes the final call. Right now, they have a wait list of 21. CASA has branches around the country, including in Santa Cruz County, with each volunteer advocate being assigned one youth. Despite their official-sounding title, much of the work the volunteers do is simply having fun with the kids. “My first child was >18

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In theory, Santa Cruz water managers will then, they hope, extract some of the water back out of the aquifer as needed in critically dry months. After the vote was called and the plan was ratified, a majority of attendees at the packed council chambers rose to their feet to give a standing ovation. “This is a huge watershed decision for Santa Cruz,” Desal Alternatives Co-Chair Bruce Van Allen said at the meeting. While a sense of jubilation permeated the proceedings, a few hurdles remain, one of them being cost. Initial ballpark estimates predict the project may cost around $160 million, with the real cost possibly closer to $200 million—more expensive than the controversial proposed desal plant that got shelved after public outcry two and a half years ago. Rick Longinotti, leader of the activist group Desal Alternatives and a member of the WSAC, which spent the last 18 months exploring the full range of water supply

enhancement options, estimates the cost could be as low as $70 million. City of Santa Cruz Water Director Rosemary Menard says staff will spend the first five years in the study and planning phase. The water director adds that the department will keep the public apprised of costs and how it would affect ratepayers throughout the process. There’s also the issue of collaboration. Conjunctive use will require the cooperation of neighboring water districts, one of which has already been burnt by Santa Cruz’s lack of decisiveness during the last round of ambitious attempts to address the problem. Ron Duncan is the manager of Soquel Creek Water District, which was once slated to share Santa Cruz’s desal plant. He says the district is eager to work with partners to address concerns about a dwindling supply of groundwater that has led to seawater intrusion on a frightening scale. “At Pleasure Point, seawater levels are at least four times above accepted levels,” Duncan says. “At La Selva Beach, they are about 50 times in excess.” If a significant amount of seawater

reaches the Purisima Aquifer, which stretches from Seabright to Corralitos and holds billions of gallons, it will be ruined. However, Soquel Creek is not content to wait for Santa Cruz, Duncan says. They are moving forward with plans to build a recycled water purification plant, while keeping tabs on two separate proposals to build desalination plants in Monterey and Moss Landing. “I think Santa Cruz has made great progress and any wounds from that desal era are healing,” Duncan says. “The community is moving past that. But, we understand the nature and the complexity of these issues and their present plan can succeed or fail for multiple reasons.” Lane is all too aware of those reasons, especially the difficulty of getting the community on board. The city spent millions planning for a possible desal plant, only to back off a couple of years ago under pressure from activists. Some councilmembers say one good way to measure interest from the community

would be to put the project to a vote, although the council hasn’t signaled that it will pursue one yet. At the meeting, Councilmember Richelle Noroyan asked for clarification as to why the council wasn’t pursuing a ballot measure. Lane and Councilmember Micah Posner each had different answers. Posner said putting the plan on the ballot in June might send a message to neighboring water districts that there isn’t a commitment to the plan and create unnecessary delays. “Ballot measures are not the most nuanced form of communication,” Posner said before the vote. Lane says that he’s happy to put the matter on hold for now. But sooner or later, he says, the council should consider a ballot measure on the WSAC recommendations, which include recycled water and desal as potential backup plans. He says the city can’t afford to put its water supply needs on hold again. “I’m happy to set this aside for now, but if we as a council do not do something that asks for a firmer commitment, we are asking for trouble,” Lane said.

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an 8-year-old, and he just wanted to play,� says CASA volunteer Abel Sanchez. “He just wanted me to take him to the park because he had never had that.� This one-on-one connection puts the advocates in a unique place to speak on behalf of that child in court, which they do every six months when their child’s case comes before a judge for review. Fischer notes that in the court system, lawyers and social workers must divide their time and energy between a number of cases, “but as an advocate, you are just focused on that one child.� In the last year, CASA assigned advocates to 228 youths and received one of five 2015 Be the Difference Awards from the Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County in 2015. “It really is [the volunteer’s] award�, executive director Cynthia Druley says. “They are the ones writing court reports and going bowling and baking cookies with the kids.� Foster care as a whole has come into the California spotlight recently through the passage of AB 403, which was sponsored by California State Assemblymember Mark Stone (D-Scotts Valley) and aims to fix many things that are ailing the state foster care system. The new legislation increases

scrutiny on group homes, the facilities where foster youth get placed while they are waiting for a permanent home. Although these homes are meant to be temporary, two thirds of youth in group homes have lived there over two years. The bill, which Gov. Jerry Brown signed into law last month, says that group homes are only to be used as temporary solutions in emergency situations. If youth are held for more than six months, county agencies will have to report why the child is still there. Jimmy Cook, program manager at CASA, says it’s a good thing legislators are taking a closer look at the system. “We shouldn’t call them group homes because really they are not a home for anybody to grow up [in],� says Cook, whose early social worker training involved two years working at group homes in Los Angeles. Children in group homes are more likely to end up in the juvenile justice system and do poorly in school, and one reason group homes can be problematic is that they blend foster care youth with youth coming out of the juvenile justice system. In addition to phasing out group homes, the new law will increase resources to both search for and retain foster families. On top of that, Assemblymember Stone says the

state has to improve education for new parents. By creating healthier families, Stone hopes to keep more kids out of the child welfare system. “Sometimes young parents just need to know how to be parents,� Stone explains. “They need to know [what’s] normal behavior. Some parents need to know ‘Well, you’ve just got to hug the kid, and read to him every night.’ They don’t know how to do that, because of their family history, pressures in the family, sometimes they’re working two or three jobs. This is not easy to do, but a little bit of coaching, a little bit of help, a little bit of those services along the way really helps.� Druley, CASA’s executive director, says the legislation is an important step forward because its new time limit will create an impetus for agencies to find safe places for foster youth to live. “One of our roles is to keep youth on the track of finding permanent homes,� she says. By meeting up weekly with their appointed kids, CASA advocates are able to watch them develop. One asset of CASA of Santa Cruz is their CASA house in Watsonville. While the upstairs is used for offices, the downstairs is set up as a resource center for the volunteers and their youth. It has a living room with toys, computers, a library, and a garden where the CASA >20

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RECORD TIME Second from left to right: Ken Kesey, Lee Quarnstrom and Neal Cassady are arrested for marijuana possession in April of 1965. Quarnstrom will bring a memoir of his time with the Merry Pranksters to Bookshop Santa Cruz on Thursday, Dec. 3.

Testing Ground Fifty years ago Santa Cruz hosted a landmark moment in counterculture history—the first ‘Acid Test.’ Some of the participants are returning to celebrate the golden anniversary this week By GEOFFREY DUNN

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Huxley’s phrase, trying to plow through the mind-numbing bluewindow conformity of the postwar American night. It’s all connected—the holy sacred earth, the watersheds, our dreams, our souls, our pasts, our destinies. That was a part of their continued discovery, their psychic journey toward something further, their collective mission to save the soul and the minds of a generation.

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ut back to the Spread, located just above Soquel Drive near the junction of Mattison Lane, catty-corner from what is today the Silver Spur Restaurant. It was there on that fateful Saturday night in late 1965 that what has been identified as the “First Acid Test” was staged with some of the major cultural figures of the era: Kesey, as in the novelist Ken Kesey, celebrated author of One Flew Over Over the Cuckoo's Nest and Sometimes a Great Notion; the Beat poet Allen Ginsberg, author of Howl and Kaddish; Neal Cassady of On the Road fame, who steered the Pranksters across America and into the naked cosmos; Kay Kesey, the Chief’s wife and mother of three of his children (Larry McMurtry called her the glue that held it all together); and Ginsberg’s lover and poet, Peter Orvlosky, along with his brother Julius. Many of the Merry Pranksters,

Keseys’ wild inner-circle of psychic cosmonauts who had accompanied the author the year before on his bus called “Furthur” (or “Further,” depending on the date) were there, including Ken Babbs, Kesey’s Prankster lieutenant, the “Intrepid Traveler,” an ex-Marine and Vietnam War vet who actually first rented the Spread after relocating from San Juan Capistrano. Various members of that Palo Alto quasi-rock band the Warlocks, who in a matter of days would be known as the Grateful Dead—Jerry Garcia and Phil Lesh and Bob Weir and Pigpen and Bill Kreutzmann—attended with their friends “Foxy” Connie Bonner and “Faithful” Sue Swanson. And perhaps the most endearing (and enduring) Prankster of them all—Carolyn Adams, aka Mountain Girl (she “penetrated the Boys Club”)—was rumored to have been there, Adams being described by Tom Wolfe in The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test as “a tall girl, big and beautiful, with dark brown hair flowing down to her shoulders,” mother of another of Kesey’s kids (“Sunshine”) and later Garcia’s wife. Or was she there? That’s the rub. Maybe she was and maybe she wasn’t—no one is quite sure. Lee Quarnstrom—former San Jose Mercury columnist, lifelong Prankster and author of a thoroughly enjoyable memoir entitled When I was a Dynamiterr (see

sidebar)—thinks she was there, he’s pretty sure she was. So is Babbs, but who knows? Mountain Girl herself doesn’t remember. Other Pranksters, well, they aren’t sure, either. If nothing else, she was there in spirit, her energy a critical component of the Prankster tribe, its psychic gestalt. At one point, when I pressed Quarnstrom for details of the evening—the music, the guest list—to the point, I am sure, of being a pest, he wrote me back that “frankly I cannot remember who all was at the Spread that evening, nor whether the whole band [the Warlocks] was there or just a few. Fifty years superimpose either a golden hue or a thick fog over many memories … I doubt whether this is all that helpful to you, but my mental exercises in 1965 were often too strenuous to help me remember that party clearly.” Babbs, for one, remembered it as a Halloween party. “It’s all a myth now anyway,” he said, laughing that deep wild Intrepid Traveler laugh of his. “Tell it however you want.” So it goes. I have now assembled nearly two-dozen accounts of the evening and what led up to it, and I suppose what emerges is more of an abstract painting than a precise photo-like rendition of history in the making. My sources were all high on LSD and weed and who knows what else.

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ho knew? I mean who could have known, really? Maybe some of them did. Maybe Kesey, because he seemed to have the big vision, and perhaps even a sense of cosmic history—he was “Captain Flag,” after all, the literary “Swashbuckler” and “Chief.” But it took far more than one heartbeat and one big persona for the moon and the planets and the stars to align so perfectly, so opportunistically, in such a crystalline fashion that cold Soquel night in November of 1965, precisely 50 years ago. But align they did. The Spread is gone, along with the ranch house and the chicken coops and whatever else there was, and the condos and track homes have come to that sacred ground in the western watershed of Rodeo Gulch, which few Santa Cruzans— even those who have lived here forever—realize passes directly to the sea, into Corcoran Lagoon, a direct link to the grand Pacific, the great force that lured so much of that energy and consciousness and courage, yes courage, to the western shores. Because the Pranksters who assembled that night at the Spread were courageous in ways that we today cannot fully fathom, bold if not always fearless, breaking through, going places, crashing beyond the various doors of perception, to borrow Aldous

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Plus, as Lee said, it’s been 50 fucking years. The hue is indeed golden, if a little tarnished. Myths have been created and legends destroyed. The historical narrative of the last half-century has been warped, carpet bombed and digitized. Moreover, one of the mottos of Kesey and Co. was “never trust a Prankster,” which adds yet another degree of difficulty to what is already a challenging task. So take this all with that proverbial grain of salt, or better yet, with that even more anti-proverbial tab of whatever it is that gets you there.

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et us start this tale with the Hip Pocket Bookstore, mid1960s downtown Santa Cruz (located in the St. George Hotel complex, near where the Santa Cruz Coffee Roasting Company is today). It is tempting to say it all began there, but instead of envisioning it as a beginning, let us view it as an entrée into a cultural cataclysm, as a time and place where social magic and cultural alchemy took place. And please allow me one small caveat: I get sick of people describing Santa Cruz as a “sleepy,

conservative town” before the arrival of the university, mostly because I was a kid here then, and Santa Cruz was far more complex and multi-faceted than such easy historical bromides suggest. There were other hip places in Santa Cruz before then, most notably the Sticky Wicket, a cool and very hip coffee shop first located downtown that later moved out to Aptos (and which played a supporting role in this tale). And there were plenty of hip people. The war in Vietnam was raging, and an entire generation of young Americans was rising up against it. Both Cabrillo College and UCSC had opened and the Free Speech Movement was going off in Berkeley. The shifts of change were already in motion. That said, there were strong forces of conservatism here at the time—members of the John Birch Society were on the Santa Cruz City School Board when I was growing up—and in the landmark presidential election of 1964, while this wasn’t quite Barry Goldwater Country, the Santa Cruz Sentinel actually endorsed him, calling him a “moderate.” At precisely the

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his “destiny” to own a bookshop, like a preternatural calling, and he had enlisted a close pal from the Kesey circle, Ron Bevirt—another ex-military guy in the Pranksters, who had been stationed at Ford Ord—to join him in his bibliophile dreams. He hired Cassady to work there, too, and also Quarnstrom. It was a very cool place to hang.

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me and a few others down the coast to Santa Cruz.� By November of 1965, Quarnstrom, along with other Pranksters and associates (including the entire Kesey family, Babbs, Demma, Mountain Girl, Bevirt and his girlfriend Space Daisy) had moved into the run-down ranch house in Soquel that Babbs says he had first rented when he was relocating from San Juan Capistrano.

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t hadn’t really been a fully public event—far from it. As Wolfe noted, “it didn’t really ... reach out into the world”—it had been contained, and not all that different from parties thrown by the Pranksters and Warlocks in La Honda, but the happening in Soquel would serve as a test run, a prototype, for many more to come. The Pranksters and the newly named Grateful Dead took their Acid Tests on the road immediately thereafter. The next one was a week later in San Jose—following a concert by the Rolling Stones at the San Jose Civic Auditorium—ensued in quick succession by similar events at Muir Beach, Palo Alto, Portland, and then, in mid-January, a three-day “Trips Festival” at the Longshoreman’s Hall in San Francisco that had been organized and promoted by Stewart Brand, later of Whole Earth Catalog fame. At the door was Bill Graham, who, according to Mountain Girl, made sure that everyone who came in had paid for a ticket. When Garcia wanted to let friends in for free, Graham became unhinged. Garcia recalled that the only person who wasn’t high that day was Graham. As Graham liked to say, it wasn’t about the money—it was about the money. The commodification of the counterculture and getting high had begun. There was one hitch to the Trips Festival. On the “Acid Test” day of the event, Kesey had to come incognito—he wore a space suit and helmet, while his voice blasted over the sound system—because he and Mountain Girl had been busted a few days earlier on a rooftop in San Francisco a second time for pot (he had just been sentenced to six months in county jail for his first offense, promising the judge that he was moving permanently to Santa Cruz). Now, he was being threatened with up to five years in prison. The Feds were out to get him. By January of 1966, Ken Kesey was viewed by the United States government to be a very dangerous man.

Shortly thereafter, Kesey faked his suicide and headed for Mexico (driven there by Boise). The FBI came to the Hip Pocket and the Spread looking for the outlaw author, but everyone played dumb. Many of the Pranksters followed Kesey down to Mazatlan later that year after Kesey had called Demma from Puerto Vallarta to tell him of his whereabouts. Not long after, Mountain Girl was placed on twoyears probation, the Hip Pocket went bankrupt, Boise died at the age of 34 from congenital heart failure, the scene at the Spread broke up, and Kesey—having served out a plea-bargain jail sentence on lesser charges in San Mateo County— moved back to his home base in Oregon. And on Oct. 24, 1968—a week before the election of Richard Nixon as President of the United States—LSD was made illegal. The party was over. Sort of. Rumor has it that the Grateful Dead played a few more gigs.

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I thought of Kesey and Cassady and Garcia and Mountain Girl and all the Pranksters who struggled to break free from their era’s imposing conformities that shackled their lives. What I hoped for at that moment was that all of us—not only those kids I had just encountered downtown, but indeed all of us—could somehow find our way through those dangerous doors of perception and discover the inner Prankster that still lurks inside us all.

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ACID TEST DEDICATION/CONCERT WITH SLUGS & ROSES Supervisor John Leopold will unveil two historical markers at the event commemorating the First Acid Test, the Hip Pocket Bookstore, the Warlocks (Grateful Dead), and Beat icon and author Neal Cassady. (Merry Prankster George Walker will present Neal Cassady’s hammer to his daughter Jami Cassady). “The foundation that was laid on that night in 1965 has helped build the architecture of the bohemian lifestyle that we still cherish in our community,� said Leopold. “It served as a beacon for several generations of artists, authors and musicians.� Local Grateful Dead cover band Slugs & Roses will perform. Many of the Merry Pranksters will be present including Walker, Ken Babbs, Carolyn Garcia (“Mountain Girl�), Lee Quarnstrom, George Walker, Roy Sebern, Linda Breen and Denise Kaufman (“Mary Microgram�). 8 p.m, Friday, Dec. 4, Don Quixote’s, 6275 Hwy 9, Felton. 335-2800.

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Former San Jose Mercury columnist and Merry Prankster Lee Quarnstrom, a journalistic mainstay in Santa Cruz for the better part of 35 years, stages a Santa Cruz homecoming with a reading and book signing of his delightful memoir, When I Was a Dynamiter! Or How a Nice Catholic Boy Became a Merry Prankster, a Pornographer and a Bridegroom Seven Times. Many of the Merry Pranksters will be in attendance. 7 p.m, Thursday, Dec. 3, Bookshop Santa Cruz, 1520 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz. 423-0900.

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I’M SMILING AS FAST AS I CAN Jenny Lawson brings her irreverent new book ‘Furiously Happy’ to Bookshop Santa Cruz on Friday, Dec. 4.

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Jenny Lawson finds joy—and something funny to say—in even the darkest corners of our lives BY WENDY MAYER LOCHTEFELD

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enny Lawson cannot be contained. Not by a koala suit, or the wolf’s pelt that she wore to the local Twilight premier while shouting “Team Jacob,” or the “confidence wig” she sports when she needs a boost, or even her wildly popular

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million-plus online army of fans to write her first book, Let’s Pretend This Never Happened, about her unconventional upbringing in rural West Texas. It became an instant New York Times bestseller, and her current book, Furiously Happy, has followed in its footsteps.

Lawson has made a selfdeprecating career out of her most vulnerable moments and very serious struggles with depression, anxiety and a host of other disorders, but she has done so with wit, vigor, and an uncanny ability to gather kindred spirits around

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Although she writes jaggedly funny essays about the brutal truth of mental illness in her own life, she infuses her work with a surprising sense of wonder. “There will be moments when you have to be a grown-up,” she writes. “Those moments are tricks. Do not fall for them.”

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her who have seen themselves in her broken mirror. But although she writes jaggedly funny essays about the brutal truth of mental illness in her own life, she infuses her work with a surprising sense of wonder. “There will be moments when you have to be a grown-up,” she writes. “Those moments are tricks. Do not fall for them.” She doesn’t. Instead, she celebrates her taxidermist father, who created horrifying yet somehow compelling hand puppets out of recently deceased squirrels, and her exuberantly unfashionable mother, who dressed Lawson and her sister in Little House on the Prairie garb that had them looking like “the lesbian love children of Laura Ingalls and Hollie Hobbie.” She dives fearlessly into the pain of miscarriage and joy of motherhood, all while dressing up her vast collection of dead animals (love of taxidermy runs in the family) and extolling the joys of Japanese toilets. She spins pitch-perfect observations about the similarities between peaches and babies, which is why she won’t eat either of them, and spiders as creative inspiration. “You don’t have to go to some special private school to be an artist. Just look at the intricate beauty of cobwebs. Spiders make them with their butts.” And in baring all the broken bits of her soul to the world, she calls us to climb out of our private pain. “There’s a certain pride and freedom,” she points out, “that comes from wearing your unique bizarreness like a badge of honor.” In Furiously Happy, Lawson dives down the rabbit hole of maladies that sometimes define her days. The surprise is that we find ourselves

eager to follow her. The structure of the book is loose, even random, many of the essays darkly hilarious, but it also has a serious message. It reminds us that mental illness is often a secret battle, and the battlescarred survivors who come back to tell the tale allow the rest of us to open the windows and let in the light, so that we can see our own strengths more clearly. “We all get our share of tragedy or insanity or drama,” she writes, “but what we do with that horror is what makes all the difference.” Rory, the taxidermied raccoon smiling manically from the cover of her new book, might beg to differ, along with her very much alive and beloved cats, who are surprisingly tolerant of wearing period costumes, fox masks, and sleeping toddlers. But her everincreasing tribe of fans would agree: it’s what we do with our heartache that counts. More than that, they have adopted Lawson’s story as a jumping off point for their own. If you doubt their number, or how endearingly funny we can all be at our most humiliating moments, check out the inspiringly warped Awkwardly Mortifying Tweets section of her blog, where thousands of tweets have been flooding in from hapless humans everywhere. Turns out, there’s a little Homer Simpson in each of us. Jenny, this one’s for you, from me @TheBloggess: Took garbage out and reached down to pet skunk I thought was my cat. Husband not amused. Jenny Lawson will read from ‘Furiously Happy’ at Bookshop Santa Cruz on Friday, Dec. 4, at 7 p.m. at Bookshop Santa Cruz, 1520 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz. Free.

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DECEMBER FEATURES Whether you start at the bottom with Michaelangelo Studios and their annual holiday show or if you start at the top at Boulder Creekís new Central Avenue Art Walk, the length of Highway 9 will be activated and ready for a party. Dozens of artists await you from the studios of the Tannery to the shops of Felton.

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Rydell Fellowship – r. blitzer gallery

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2801 Mission Street 5pm-9pm Once again the Community Foundation honors a selection of local artists with the Rydell visual arts fellowship. The blitzer celebrates this year’s honorees Jody Alexander, Jim Denevan and Elizabeth Stephens with an exhibit and reception. 5-9pm 2801 Mission St.

1329 Pacific Ave 6pm-9pm Assemblage artist Tauna Coulsen is working with mirrors. Her design background is more than evident, as there is a certain boldness in her compositions that would seem incongruent with the delicacy of her materials if the resulting imagery were not so effective. The paradox she achieves conjures both strength and vulnerability, and is an appropriate reflection of the venue in which it is exhibited.

The Bone Witch – Café Iveta 2125 Delaware Ave 5pm-11pm You can never really get enough of fashion art. To start a weekend of extraordinary wearable fine art, Café Iveta is importing “Paragon,” a traveling show featuring an ethically-sourced fashion line, accompanying runway show, plus DJ music and what will most likely be a high art, high fashion great time.

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Galleries/DECEMBER 4TH Agency Doug Ross

Far Westside2125 Delaware Ave. Outdoor Cafe Beer & Wine info.iveta.com/café 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Artisans Gallery Home for the Holidays

Rare Bird Salon Sarah Jane Morabito

Cameron Marks Viv Lynn

1368 Pacific Avenue artisanssantacruz.com 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

227 Cathcart St. rarebirdsalon.com 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

402 Ingalls St. Cameronmarks.com 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Camouflage Tauna Coulson

Rivendell Jahandar Hamidieh and Sam Clarkson

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1329 Pacific Ave. shopcamouflage.com 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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Iveta Café The Bone Witch

Shannon Morgan 204 Church St. purepleasureshop.com 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

1519 Pacific Avenue shopagencyhome.com 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Pure Pleasure Shannon Morgan

Encompass Community Services Encompass Artists 716 Ocean St. (upstairs) scccc.org 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Food Lounge Sarah Broome & Ribsy’s Nickel

1001 Center St. 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Santa Cruz County Bank Printmaking:Here/Now 720 Front St. santacruzcountybank.com 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Santa Cruz METRO SC METRO On Pacific Ave. 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

1001 Center Street Suite 1 scfoodlounge.com 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

HealthMarkets Connie Williams 505-A River Street manfredluedge.com 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Home/Work Andrea Del Rio, Mike Bencze and Sticks and Stones

Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park Chocolaté Pan Dulce y Arté en la Mission de Santa Cruz 144 School St. thatsmypark.org/projects/ santa-cruz-mission 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History FREE First Friday

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Jane McKenzie Financial Advisor Denise Davidson (Mosaic Artist) with Hank and Sandy Rose Scott (Pottery Artists) along with Andy Fuhrmann (Singer Songwritter) 1010 Fair Ave. Suite G 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Leo kids Meghann Miniello 402 Ingalls St. no 9 Shopleokids.com 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Odonata Wines Elizabeth Williams 2343 Mission St. odonatawines.com 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

R. Blitzer Gallery Rydell Visual Arts Fellows Exhibition 2801 Mission St. rblitzergallery.com 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Santa Cruz Yoga Travis Luckhurst 402 Ingalls St. santacruzyoga.net 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

765 Cedar Street Ste 103 shophomework.com 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

705 Front Street santacruzmah.org

Louden Nelson Community Center Frosty Fun Fest

Stripe MEN Kyrrha Sevco

Smooth Body Lounge Mezzanine

117 Walnut Ave. stripedesigngroup.com 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

2345 Mission St. smoothsantacruz.com 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

301 Center St. nelsoncenter.com 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Lúpulo Craft Beer House Louise Leong & Grant Wells 233 Cathcart St. lupulosc.com 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Mutari Chocolate House and Factory Eleanor Scholz 1001 Center St. mutarichocolate.com 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Palace Art Downtown Santa Cruz Julie Rawls 1407 Pacific Ave. facebook.com/PalaceArtSupply 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

5:00 pm -9:00 pm

Stripe Danielle Peters 107 Walnut Ave stripedesigngroup.com 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

The True Olive Connection Louanne Korver 106 Lincoln St. trueoliveconnection.com 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

CAPITOLA Palace Art Capitola Lori Canton 1501-K 41st Ave. facebook.com/PalaceArtSupply 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Stockwell Cellar Timothy Parker, Joy Smith & Monterey Chocolate Company 1100 Fair Ave. (Entrance is located on Ingalls St. side) stockwellcellars.com 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

The Loft Salon and Spa John Hunter 402 Ingalls St Suite #8 theloftsantacruz.tumblr.com 4:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Galleries/DECEMBER 4TH 1001 Soquel Ave. bicycletrip.com 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Miss Mae’s House of Beauty Amanda Payne

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527 Seabright Ave. missmaes.com 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Resource Center for Nonviolence ENDURING POWER: The Middle Eastern & Iranian Woman’s Story 612 Ocean St. rcnv.org 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Santa Cruz Art League Luck of the Draw-Preview 526 Broadway scal.org 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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3102 Portola Dr. thepocketsantacruz.com 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

1111-A River St. michaelangelogallery.net 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Radius Gallery SMALL WORKS 1050 River Street #127 radius.gallery 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Tannery Arts Center Artists of the Tannery 1050 / 1060 River Street tanneryartscenter.org 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Friday Realty Frosty Hesson

1040 41st Ave. FridayRealty.com 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Pleasure Pizza East Side Eatery Jimbo Phillips

1207 Soquel Ave. tomboysc.com 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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Central Avenue Art Walk Viscosity Art Glass, lille aeske, Foundre, Art Lab Boulder Creek- Highway 9 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

First Friday Felton Art Walk Nicole Bennett, Alon Brandman, Jan Walsh, Willard Cole, Bridget Butler, Cliff Tinsley, Nathan Bennett, Peggy Kirk, Marilia Litz, Tamara Rusboldt Shops along Hwy. 9 facebook.com/FirstFridayFelton 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Garimo’s Real Soap Studio & Gallery Ceramic Mugs Jugs & Bowls: Jasper Marino, Tom Watson, Jamie Lowe, Franco Di Majo, Kyle Jouras 6225 Hwy. 9 facebook.com/pages/Garimos-Real-Soap-Studio ClassroomGalleryPlayroom/ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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WINTER ART MARKET at the Tannery shop local this holiday season

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’LITES COME UP L.A.’s Aggrolites play Moe’s Alley on Friday, Dec. 4.

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or a lot of people, Bob Marley is the embodiment of reggae. But the style existed a decade before the world knew who he was, and evolved quickly in its early years. L.A.’s Aggrolites, who formed in 2002, are influenced by the lesserknown, upbeat pop-reggae sound from the late ’60s, as opposed to the slowed-down, bass-heavy version from the ’70s. “That’s roots reggae. We’re not that,” says lead singer/guitarist Jesse Wagner. “People hear us and they’re like, ‘this is more like soul or funk.’ People compare us to the

Mighty Mighty Bosstones—‘oh you’re like ska,’ or ‘you’re like the Temptations.’ No, this is reggae.” The term often used is “skinhead reggae,” a name that originated in England when working-class Brits were listening to reggae in the ’60s. But it’s more appropriate that the Aggrolites call themselves “dirty reggae”—the name of their first album—because it captures the rawness of both their retro and modern-day elements (Wagner’s gruff, raspy voice, for instance, sounds like something out of a punk band). “We’re never going to play reggae

like the Jamaicans. We’re not from that era. We’re influenced by it, but we could never call ourselves this straight-up band that plays reggae,” says Wagner. “We love the old ’69 reggae sound, how it would be scratchy and gritty and analog, a live-in-a-room kind of vibe. That little flaw that the guitar player played makes the song the best thing in the world, even though it’s a bad note. A lot of bands record one take at a time. We’re like, ‘no, let’s all get in a room and play live.’ Just dirty.” Before the Aggrolites, Wagner played in the ’90s reggae band Rhythm Doctors, while other

INFO: 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4, Moe’s Alley, 1535 Commercial Way, Santa Cruz. $15/adv, $20/ door. 479-1854.

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Don’t call the Aggrolites’ music ska just because it doesn’t sound like Bob Marley BY AARON CARNES

members were in the reggae band the Vessels. They played late ’60s reggae-style music, too—while just about every other band in SoCal was playing hyper-kinetic third-wave ska-punk. The Aggrolites formed after the band’s members were brought together for a recording session backing ska pioneer Derick Morgan. The album never got released, but the chemistry was there immediately. “It was picking the best of the people we loved the most to put the Aggrolites together,” Wagner says. “We were trying to do for reggae what Hepcat did for ska: bring reggae back—like old-school reggae, the traditional style of reggae—to the masses.” The group toured hard for eight years and released several albums. They developed a noteworthy following because of their work ethic, but also had a few breaks along the way, like signing with Hellcat Records in 2005, performing on Yo Gabba Gabba in 2007, and collaborating with Rancid’s Tim Armstrong on his first solo record, A Poet’s Life, that same year. The days of being road warriors are over for the group, but they are still very much an active band. “We’re not doing 250 days a year on the road anymore. Everybody needed a break to get back to sanity. We could if we wanted to, but we don’t want to. We want to slow things down for a bit,” Wagner says. It’s also been four years since their last full length, and they aren’t in any rush to record their next one, though they still record and release new music. They just have a different mindset about it now. “I don’t think it really means anything to put out a fulllength album now. We tour and constantly put out new music, and that’s where we’re at. We don’t need to have a big campaign of a release of an album. We have three songs in the works right now,” Wagner says.

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INTERNATIONAL CHEETAH DAY FUNDRAISER It’s the fastest land animal on the planet— but it’s also Africa’s most endangered cat. In 1900 the cheetah population topped 100,000, but since then, it has dipped dramatically to just 10,000—and the species is entirely extinct in more than 20 countries. Cheetah numbers are dwindling due to habitat loss, human-wildlife conflicts and illegal wildlife trade, which is why the Northern California chapter of the Cheetah Conservation Fund is holding a fundraiser Friday, Dec. 4, to buy vaccinations and veterinary supplies for the cats in Namibia. Children and families are welcome for an evening of cheetahthemed activities following an African dinner buffet, music by the Bombshell Bullys, a raffle, and a silent auction. Info: 4 p.m., Dec. 4, Michael’s on Main, 2591 South Main St., Soquel. internationalcheetahday.org. 479-9777. $25.

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Not a naturally crafty gifter or talented patisserie chef? Fear not (we all have our talents!), 10 North Coast artists are teaming up with Swanton Berry Farm owner Jim Cochran to stage a festive community event for all of your holiday shopping needs. There’ll be arts, crafts, and a bevy of cobbler, fruitcake, truffles, pies, and more with all proceeds benefiting the Davenport Volunteer Fire Department. Join the community in celebrating art and agriculture with local artists Sharon Carpenter, Rebecca Herman, Morning Star, Debora Morrison, Erika Perloff, Acacia and Sharon Smith, with Jessica Vaughan and Alta Organic Coffee Co-Op. Info: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Dec. 5-6, Swanton Berry Farm, 25 Swanton Road, Davenport.

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WEDNESDAY 12/2 COMMUNITY PUBLIC INPUT SOUGHT ON COUNTY HOUSING PLAN Part of a series of public meetings to finalize county Housing Element, a plan to assure the adequate supply of housing to meet needs of county residents. Plan available at sccoplanning.com. 3 p.m. 1080 Emeline St. (basement), Santa Cruz.

ARTS COMEDY NIGHT AT THE CREPE PLACE Hysterical Hump Day with Bay Area stand-up comedy talents, with guest host Krista Fatka and headliner Kaseem Bentley. 9 p.m. 1134 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz. $5. ANCIENT ART OF CHINESE FACE READING Developed by Chinese doctors over 3,000 years ago as a diagnostic tool and evolved into a skill for fortune telling and matchmaking. Learn how your face reflects your inner self and health. RSVP required. 6-7:30 p.m. New Leaf Community Market classroom, 1101 Fair Ave., Santa Cruz. newleafwestside.eventbrite.com. $10 or $7.50 each for two. PHREN-Z LITERARY MAGAZINE READING AT MAH With featured readers Karen Ackland, Dane Cervine, Wilma Marcus Chandler, Dion Farquhar, Lisa Allen Ortiz, and Paul Skenazy. 7-8:30 p.m. MAH Auditorium. Free. LATE SHOPPING AND TRUNK SHOW Trunk show with Elsbeth Mumm art. She’s got you covered in the cool and beautiful gift department. 5-8 p.m. Saffron and Genevieve, 910B Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz. Free.

CLASSES SALSA RUEDA Ongoing. Int./Beg. 7-8 p.m. Int./Adv. 8-9 p.m. Tannery Arts Center, 1060 River St. Suite #111, Santa Cruz. $7/$5 student . BEGINNING BALLET Introduction to ballet technique with a focus on posture, balance, and strength building. Noon-1:15 p.m. International Academy of Dance Santa Cruz. info@iadance. com. $10 for new students. SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING No partner

THURSDAY 12/3 DILLON BAIOCCHI QUINTET AT KUUMBWA This Thursday Dillon Baiocchi leads a group of talented and accomplished Santa Cruz musicians and educators in a musical showcase of pure Santa Cruz style. Baiocchi is the Kuumbwa Honor Band director and his special quintet will perform his original contemporary compositions, including jazz fusions inspired by the likes of classical composers Steve Reich, Philip Glass and others. Baiocchi will be joined by Renata Bratt, the renowned Kuumbwa educator-in-residence, on cello, and local drum instructor Zack Olsen with Shoreline Middle School band director Caleb Murray on bass, and El Sistema instructor Terre Lee on violin. Students can attend for half price. Info: 6 p.m., Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320 Cedar St. #2, Santa Cruz. 427-2227. $20-$25.

required. Wear soft-soled shoes. 7-9:30 p.m. Peace United Church of Christ, 900 High St., Santa Cruz. 427-1921. $7. TRIPLE P WORKSHOP: HASSLE-FREE SHOPPING WITH YOUR CHILD Learn reasons why shopping trips can be difficult for children, how to prepare your child for a successful shopping trip, and other tips. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mountain Community Resources, 6134 Hwy. 9, Felton. http://first5scc.org/workshop-hasslefree-shopping-children. Free. TRIPLE P SEMINAR: THE POWER OF POSITIVE PARENTING Introductory seminar to the Triple P parenting model. This class will be taught in Spanish. 6-8 p.m. Nueva Vista Community Resources, 711 E. Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz. http://first5scc.org/node/1232. Free.

GROUPS PARKINSON’S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP Support group for people with Parkinson’s disease and their caregivers. 1-2:30 p.m. Inner Light Center, 5630 Soquel Drive, Soquel. williamk@union.edu. Free. MEDITATION FOR WOMEN WITH CANCER Guided meditation and talk with a facilitator from Land of the Medicine Buddha. 2:30-4 p.m. Land of the Medicine Buddha. 457-2273. Free.

MUSIC METAL SHOW Metal/punk night with Eviscerate (Santa Cruz death metal), Blood Cabana (Chico death/metalcore), With Wolves (Sacramento thrash/hardcore) WarCorpse

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Bring Your Menorah to Two Chanukah Events at Temple Beth El: Community-Wide First Candle Chanukah Menorah Lighting and Celebration December 6th at 6:30 Rock of Ages Chanukah Shabbat service with the Rock Shabbat Band December 11th at 7 s #SJOH ZPVS NFOPSBI s #SJOH ZPVS GSJFOET s %BODF JO UIF BJTMFT s 4JOH PVU MPVE Free. Everyone is welcome. For more information please call (831) 479-3444 www.tbeaptos.org New members welcome. We oer an at will membership program where members are asked to pay what they are comfortable with

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THURSDAY 12/3 TALK CITIZEN SCIENCE: CALIFORNIA MORAY EELS Join Functional Ecologist Ben Higgins in an exploration of the California Moray Eel. 6:308 p.m. Santa Cruz Public Library, Scotts Valley Branch. Free. STEP INTO NATURE WITH PATRICE VECCHIONE Join Patrice and discover all you have to say. Session 1: Patrice discusses her new book Step Into Nature. Session 2: Thursday, Dec. 10, Journal and writing workshop. 7-8 p.m. Santa Cruz Public Library, Downtown Branch. 427-7717. Free.

CLASSES SALSA DANCING CUBAN-STYLE Drop-in class. No partner required. Intermediate. Check salsagente.com for holidays. 7-8 p.m. Louden Nelson Community Center, Santa Cruz. $9/$5 students.

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ADOPT-A-FAMILY Jacob’s Heart asks community members to provide gifts and good cheer to 125 local children with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses for the holidays. Details at jacobsheart.org or call 724-9100. 680 West Beach St., Watsonville. ARTIST/CRAFTS PEOPLE Share your artistic talent as an Ageless Art Project volunteer and make creative expression possible for residents in care facilities by leading an art group. For further information: 459-8917 x 208 or scohelanfsa@gmail.com.

FRIDAY 12/4 ARTS DR. TERERAI TRENT BOOK SIGNING Dr. Tererai Trent, world-renowned author, scholar and founder of the charity Tererai Trent International, will be signing her new book The Girl Who Buried Her Dreams in a Can. 4-6 p.m. 110 Cooper St., Suite 100G, Santa Cruz.

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LANDSCAPE PAINTING AND PHOTOGRAPHY First Friday Felton Art Walk featured artists Marilia Lutz and Peggy J Kirk will be at the Satellite Center. Peggy will show knife paintings and photos inspired by her three months in the Scottish Highlands and Marilia will show a selection of landscapes. Open reception is from 6-9 p.m. 6265 Hwy. 9, Felton. 222-2100. Free.

VALLEY CHURCHES UNITED MISSIONS GALA CELEBRATION Enjoy a champagne and appetizer reception, prime rib, salmon or vegetarian dinner, including wine, and live and silent auctions. Meet VCUM’s Interim Executive Director Lynn Robinson and former Santa Cruz Mayor. 5:30-10 p.m. Scopazzi’s Restaurant, 1330 Big Basin Hwy., Boulder Creek. 336-8258 x228. $130 per couple.

FRIENDS OF SANTA CRUZ STATE PARKS HOLIDAY SALE Proceeds benefit local state parks and beaches. Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks members receive 30 percent off; general public gets a 20-percent discount. First Friday event with Spanish trio, kids’ crafts and Ooh! Look! Photography. 4-8 p.m. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, 144 School St., Santa Cruz. 429-1840. Free.

FOOD WITH FRIENDS Family-style dinner for those who want to share a meal prepared for them and meet new people. Tonight’s menu: winter squash soup, fresh harvest salad, glutenfree corn bread, baked apples and pears with coconut cream. Host will share recipes and cooking tips. RSVP required. 6-8 p.m. New Leaf Community Market classroom, 1101 Fair Ave., Santa Cruz. newleafwestside.eventbrite.com. $25.

ENDURING POWER FIRST FRIDAY RECEPTION AND FILMS Program of short films, photography exhibit ‘Enduring Power: The Middle Eastern and Iranian Woman’s Story,” hear Tata Masud, Founder and CEO of Senses Cultural, light refreshments. 6 p.m. Resource Center for Nonviolence, 612 Ocean St., Santa Cruz. rcnv.org. Free.

EARLY RISER ALL LEVELS YOGA with Korrine. Ongoing. 6:30-7:45 a.m. Yoga Within, Aptos. $15 drop-in.

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HOLIDAY MIXER AT GOLDEN CHIROPRACTIC Enjoy a chair massage and hors d’oeuvres. Try your luck at our raffle. Make new connections. 5-7 p.m. 9053 Soquel Drive, Suite A, Aptos. Free.

DOG SEES GOD Presented by The Performing Arts Collective, the Cabrillo College student drama club, with the Theatre Arts Department. A hilarious dark comedy by Bert V. Royal. Friday and Saturday. 7 p.m. Cabrillo Black Box Theater. Free.

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FRIDAY 12/4 TOY TRAINS 10TH YEAR AT THE MAH Ten years of art and history come together this month at the Museum of Art & History with an interactive exhibit showing the massive standard gauge steam engine from the 1920s—sure, they’re models but that makes them easier to nerd out over. Train lovers of all ages can operate the set with a start-up headlight flashing, drive wheels spinning, the classic choo-chooing whistle, and smoke flowing from the smoke stack. Hear the roar of the O gauge diesel model starting up and the squeal of the brakes as they hammer through the curves. The First Friday festivities will kick off a month-long exhibit dedicated to toy trains with a toy train sale fair on Dec. 12 and plenty of nostalgic holiday cheer. Info: Exhibit runs through Dec. 27, Museum of Art & History, 705 Front St., Santa Cruz.

WINTER ART MARKET Music, caroling, handson-activities, art for sale. Noon-5 p.m. Tannery Arts Center, Santa Cruz.

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ST. NICHOLAS CHRISTMAS TREES Trees range from 3.5 to 10 feet, wreaths and garlands. Free hot chocolate, apple cider, crafts and storytime. Open every day until Christmas. Benefiting St. Lawrence Academy and Valley Churches United. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. 6164 Hwy. 9, Felton. stnicholaschristmastrees@gmail.com. Varies. SPECIAL INTERNATIONAL CHEETAH DAY CELEBRATION Join us for fun cheetah activities: cheetah face painting, cheetah games

CLASSES ARGENTINE DANCE Beginners welcome. Ongoing Fridays. 8-11 p.m. Tannery World Dance and Cultural Center, 160 River St., Santa Cruz. tangoalternativo@gmail.com. $8/$5 students; first time free.

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HOMELESS GARDEN PROJECT: HOLIDAY GALA Features David Dennis’ photo show, “Faces of the Farm,� festive food and drink, live music by Rick Zeek and Brookside, a special presentation with speakers from Homeless Garden Project’s program and incoming mayor Cynthia Mathews. Presentation begins at 6. 5:30-9:30 p.m. 110 Cooper St., Suite 100G, Santa Cruz.

and other things. Incredible raffle and silent auction items. Namibian merchandise available. African dinner buffet, live music. Hosted by Cheetah Conservation Fund. 4 p.m.-Midnight. Michael’s on Main, 2591 S Main St., Soquel. Get your dinner tickets at https://goo.gl/A7AZSL or buy at the door.

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DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY PARADE Let’s kick off the winter holiday season with fun, friends and surprises. Santa is welcomed to town in a Santa Cruz Carriage Company horse-drawn Victorian carriage. 10 a.m. Pacific Avenue and Laurel Street, continuing north. Free.

ACID TEST COMMEMORATION WITH SLUGS N’ ROSES A special commemoration of the 50th anniversary of Ken Kesey’s first acid test which occurred on Nov. 27, 1965 in Soquel and included a first performance by the Grateful Dead, while still known as the Warlocks. 8:30 p.m. Don Quixote’s, 6275 Hwy. 9, Felton. info@ thewheelcompany.com. $12-15.

AUTHOR VISIT WITH LORI STEWART Lori will read and share pictures from her latest children’s books. Children can also work on a family-themed activity. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Santa Cruz Public Library, Scotts Valley Branch. Free.

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HOLIDAY ART SHOW AND SALE Featuring 20 of our local artists. Saturday and Sunday. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 17th Avenue Studios, 980 17th Ave., Santa Cruz. teachparker@gmail.com. Free.

SHABBAT SERVICES WITH CHADEISH YAMEINU Monthly 7:30 p.m. on the first, second and third Friday and 10 a.m. on the second Saturday. All are welcome. Potluck

HOLIDAY ART AND CRAFT FAIRE Handmade items by local artists and craftspeople, including jewelry, knitwear, baby items, beeswax candles and more. A list of vendors and images of

CALENDAR their work is at: scparks.com. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Simpkins Family Swim Center, 979 17th Ave., Santa Cruz. Free admission and parking. HOLIDAY BOOK SALE Books selected with the holiday gift season in mind, including coffee table books, cookbooks, collectible classics, history, fiction, and kids books. Free giftwrapping. Arts and crafts table for kids. 10 a.m.3 p.m. Santa Cruz Public Libraries, Downtown Branch. Free admission. PASSAGE TO CUBA Revitalize our sister county relationship with the municipio of Guama on the southern Santiago coastline. Speakers: Cynthia Carris Alonso, photographer and author of the book Passage to Cuba, Congressman Sam Farr, County Supervisor John Leopold, and Sister City Representative Enda Brennan. Workshops on organic agriculture in Cuba, Cuban music, performance by Broken English. 2-6 p.m. Louden Nelson Community Center, 301 Center St., Santa Cruz. ellen.farmer@yahoo.com. $10-20 Sliding Scale; $50 includes copy of the book Passage to Cuba. HOLIDAY ART SALE Handmade knits, jewelry, pottery and more at Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center’s annual Holiday Art Sale. Noon-5 p.m. 9341 Mill St., Ben Lomond. 336-3513. HOUSES: THE BOX TRANSFORMED Beginner’s ceramics workshop. Build a whimsical house of clay one day and then return in two weeks to apply your glaze. 10 a.m.4 p.m. Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center, 9341 Mill St., Ben Lomond. 336-3513. $80/$90.

CHILDREN’S HOLIDAY CRAFT & FOOD FAIR Support young entrepreneurs as children 18 and under sell their own handmade creations including arts, crafts, jewelry, clothing, candles, soap, surf accessories, pet treats, greeting cards, baked goods, hot drinks and more. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Boys & Girls Club of Santa Cruz, 543 Center St., Santa Cruz. 423-3138 ext 29. FRIENDS OF SANTA CRUZ STATE PARKS HOLIDAY SALE Day Two. Proceeds benefit local state parks and beaches. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, 144 School St., Santa Cruz. 429-1840.

WINTER ART MARKET Music, caroling, handson-activities, art for sale. Saturday and Sunday. 6-9 p.m. Tannery Arts Center, Santa Cruz. BOOK LAUNCH PARTY Local author, Martha Graham-Waldon debuts her memoir Nothing Like Normal—Surviving a Sibling’s Schizophrenia with a launch party and book signing. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the local chapter of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) to benefit high school outreach programs. 2 p.m. Bruno’s Barbecue Restaurant, 230G Mount Hermon Road, Scotts Valley. Free.

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CLASSES KIDS’ EDIBLE SNOWMEN MAKING Make snowmen with simple, delicious ingredients. These creations are great for holiday decorations or for a tasty treat. While supplies last. For kids 12 and under. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. New Leaf Community Markets on Westside and Downtown Santa Cruz and Capitola. newleaf. com/events. Free. TECH DAY FOR OLDER ADULTS Receive free personalized assistance from techsavvy volunteers and learn how to use your laptop, tablet, or smart phone and how to communicate on Skype or FaceTime. Also learn how to create a social network account on Facebook or Google+. Call or email to reserve your one-hour appointment. Bring your charged device with you. Wi-Fi and laptops will be available. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Live Oak Senior Center, 1777 Capitola Road, Santa Cruz. 650-691-6267 or timebank@linkages.org. Free. BEGINNING YOGA With Korrine. Ongoing. 10:15-11:30 a.m. Yoga Within, Aptos. $15 drop-in.

GROUPS DEMOCRATIC SOCIALISTS OF AMERICA: SOUTH BAY MEETING The Democratic Socialists of America is a political and activist organization, not a party. Attend our South SF Bay monthly meeting and join in our discussion of the DSA Bernie Sanders Campaign, Worker Owned Cooperative Activism, and other topics. Newcomers welcome; invite a guest. See dsausa.org for more information and how to join. 1-3 p.m. San Jose Peace and Justice Center, 48 South 7th St., San Jose. johnboley@ comcast.net or 408-608-9136. Free.

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SWANTON ARTISANS HOLIDAY SALE Featuring 10 north coast artists. Art includes wreaths, ceramics, sea glass jewelry, local landscape paintings, organic coffees, ornaments, prints, tea towels, note cards, soaps, salves and more. Hot soup and organic bakery treats available. A portion of all sales will be donated to the Davenport Volunteer Fire Department. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Swanton Berry Farm, Davenport.

DOUBLE HAPPINESS POTTERY HOLIDAY SALE Lots of pottery gift items and unique gifts direct from Asia. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Double Happiness Pottery, 143 Mason St., Santa Cruz. 421-1263.

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HEMOCHROMATOSIS SUPPORT GROUP LUNCHEON A no-host luncheon for those interested in hemochromatosis, an iron-overload disorder. Enjoy the company and share information. RSVP to reserve a spot. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Cafe Cruz, 2621 41st Ave., Soquel. 239-6819.

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MUSIC CAPITOLA VILLAGE HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE AND TREE LIGHTING Free face painting, cookie decorating and crafts. Window display contest. Musical performances, caroling, lots of giveaways, including a bicycle, Santa Claus, and more. Tree lighting at 5:30 p.m. 2-5:30 p.m. Capitola Village and Capitola Mercantile Building. Free. ESOTERIC COLLECTIVE PLAYS JAZZ Notable quartet plays jazz ranging from 1940s bebop to the 1960s. 6-9 p.m. Davenport Roadhouse Restaurant and Inn, Davenport. Free.

KEITH GREENINGER & HIS BAND WITH VERY SPECIAL GUEST CLAN DYKEN. A benefit for the survivors of the 2015 Butte Fire. 8:30-11 p.m. Don Quixote’s, 6275 Hwy. 9, Felton. info@thewheelcompany.com. $20-$25.

OUTDOORS SUCCULENT GARDENS HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE Focusing on cold-hardy succulents and care of succulents during the winter. DIY bar for making succulent decorations to take home, holiday-themed succulent decorations for sale. Tours at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Wander the gardens and greenhouses while enjoying free cider and doughnuts. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Succulent Gardens, 2133 Elkhorn Road, Castroville. info@sgplants. com. Free. LOMA DAY AT PEACOCK TREE FARM Bring the family, pack a picnic and cut your own tree. The Hoffner Family will again donate 25 percent of all proceeds to the Loma Public Education Fund. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Peacock Tree >55

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CALENDAR the step-by-step process to create your own succulent decoration for indoors/outdoors/ table centerpiece. Wreath rings, moss, and succulent cuttings provided. RSVP required. 2-4 p.m. New Leaf Community Market classroom, 1101 Fair Ave., Santa Cruz. newleafwestside. eventbrite.com. THIRTEENTH ANNUAL FAMILY HOLIDAY CRAFT EVENT Join other families in decorating the SLV Museum’s Christmas tree the oldfashioned way and take home some personal mementos. Spend the afternoon with other families making craft ornaments, decorating cookies, making cornhusk angels, and designing wreaths and other fragrant greenery projects. Refreshments included. Noon-4 p.m. San Lorenzo Valley Museum, 12547 Hwy. 9, Boulder Creek. 338-8382. $5 per person donation.

SATURDAY 12/5 - SUNDAY 12/6 SYMPHONY LEAGUE HOLIDAY HOME TOUR Santa Cruz is home to a special mix of architecture, from the Victorian homes rich with history to the striking modern creations dotting our eclectic coastline—and it’s one of this city’s littleknown wonders. This year the Santa Cruz Symphony League Holiday Home Tour celebrates its 39th year of showcasing five beautiful local homes representing the unique lifestyles of Santa Cruz. From the mountains to the seaside, this weekend offers a peek into historical homes, including an Aptos orchard farmhouse from the 1800s, a modern Mediterranean house, a Ken Fulk family retreat, a contemporary Soquel gem, and a local craftsman design. The tour will provide much-needed funds for the Santa Cruz Symphony League’s upcoming concert season. Info: Noon-5 p.m., various locations. slscc.org. 475-9482. $35.

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SUNDAY 12/6 ARTS CLIMATE MARCH AND DOCUMENTARY SCREENING ON CLIMATE CHANGE & DIET Meet in front of the Santa Cruz Public Library at 224 Church St. at 1 p.m. Bring your own signs that express why you want our leaders to act to stop climate change at the UN Climate Change

KIDS ARTS WORKSHOP Santa Cruz Mountain Art Center’s gift-making fun for the whole family. Noon-3 p.m. 9341 Mill St., Ben Lomond. 336-3513. Free. BY THE SEA HOLIDAY MARKETPLACE Local artists and vendors offer jewelry, paintings, ornaments, greeting cards, books, CDs, gourmet food items, gift certificates for surfing lessons, T-shirts, and fair-trade gifts. Dine-in or take-out clam chowder, vegetarian soup, and sweet treats available. 1-4 p.m. De Anza Clubhouse, 2395 Delaware Ave., Santa Cruz. diningforwomensc3@gmail.com. Free Admission. SUCCULENT WREATH WORKSHOP Learn

CLASSES LIFE AS A PIONEER Dress up in historic attire and become pioneers as children set up a homestead and learn how to survive through cooperation. For ages 5-11. Sign up at 335-3948. 1-2:30 p.m. Quail Hollow Ranch County Park, 800 Quail Hollow Road, Felton. $2. GOOD MORNING WORKOUT Get your juices flowing. Enjoy the music and get fit at the same time. 9-10 a.m. The Tannery, 1060 River St, Suite #111, Santa Cruz. $7/$5 student.

SPIRITUAL INSPIRATIONAL MEDITATION SERVICE Join the Santa Cruz SRF Meditation Group (srf-santacruz.org) for Sunday morning Inspirational Service. 11 a.m.-Noon. Call for location 334-2088. SUNDAY SERVICE WITH HEART CIRCLE We’re a spiritual community exploring the Divine Nature. Wherever you are on your journey, you are welcome here. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 920 41st Avenue, # H (behind Family Cycling Center), Capitola. heartcirclecsl.com. Free.

MONDAY 12/7 GROUPS TRANSLOVE GROUP For non-trans (cis) partners and close friends of transgender

ARM-IN-ARM CANCER SUPPORT GROUP For women with advanced, recurrent and metastatic cancers. Registration required. 12:30-2 p.m. WomenCARE 457-2273. Free.

TUESDAY 12/8 CLASSES SOULCOLLAGE Easy art-based collage method to build and create your own tarot collage deck of cards. Register by 2 p.m. of each Tuesday at 212-1398. 7-9 p.m. Elemental Art Studio Gallery-128, Tannery Arts Center, Santa Cruz. $10/$20. TRIPLE P WORKSHOP FOR FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS: PREVENTING TANTRUMS AND WHINING Attend this free workshop for families raising children with special needs to learn common reasons why children with special needs have tantrums and whine, and how to prevent and encourage positive behaviors. This class will be taught in Spanish. 6-8 p.m. Head Start, 225 Westridge Drive, Watsonville. http://first5scc. org/node/1249. Free. COOKING CLASS: ONE POT MEALS Ayurvedic medicine says digestion is at the root of all health, feeding every other system in your body. Chef Talya Lutzker will lead a hands-on cooking class featuring warm, hearty one-pot meals that can easily be made at home. Space is limited, pre-registration required. 6:30-9 p.m. New Leaf Community Market, 1101 Fair Ave., Santa Cruz. newleafwestside.eventbrite.com. $35 or $30 each for two.

MUSIC SHERRY AUSTIN WITH HENHOUSE A magical combination of music woven from folk, country, and rock. 6-9 p.m. Davenport Roadhouse Restaurant & Inn. davenportroadhouse.com. Free. BONGO LOVE AT MOE’S ALLEY This band of young musicians from Zimbabwe has developed quite a following in California. Their unique style of music is called “afrocoustics,” a blend of traditional southern African music and contemporary sound. For this show, the Bongo crew will be joined by five master drummers and dancers from the Ivory Coast. 8 p.m.Midnight. Moe’s Alley. $12/$15.

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LIGHTED BOAT PARADE See dozens of festively lit boats with holiday themes, both on the water and around the Yacht Harbor. This year’s theme is Moonlit Starry Night. Parading boats circle the harbor channel from the Murray Street Bridge to the Walton Lighthouse and back and can be viewed from either side of the harbor. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor. Free.

Conference. We will march rain or shine. March ends at the library at 2 p.m. Following march, free screening of documentary film on the relationship between diet and climate change. 1-5 p.m. Santa Cruz Public Library Downtown. 427-7717. Free.

FRIENDS OF SANTA CRUZ STATE PARKS HOLIDAY SALE Day Three. Proceeds benefit local state parks and beaches. Noon-4 p.m. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, 144 School St., Santa Cruz.

people. First and third Mondays, 7-8:30 p.m. Address in Soquel. Email debabbott.lmft@ gmail.com for location information and to register. $25.

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WEST COAST SOUL When local singer James Murphy was a kid, he got his musical educations from his dad’s backyard barbeques, which featured musician buddies playing blues, jazz and soul. “I’d sit in and play a little piano, and steal the mic every chance I got,” Murphy recalls. It’s no wonder then that years later, when a member of Murphy’s church heard him sing and asked if he could get a band together to play the Paradise Beach Grille, he looked no further than his dad for his backup band.

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“That was my portal to good musicians put together and assembled. We work together and we’ve been playing music together a long time. It was an easy decision,” Murphy says.

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Murphy has been playing with his dad and various other buddies from his dad’s network for five years now, as West Coast Soul. The current lineup includes Fenton Murray (James’ dad) on keys, Doug Silveira on guitar, Bill Bosch on bass and Olaf Schiappacasse on drums. Their original drummer, Jimmy Baum, passed away in 2010. The group plays some originals, along with a healthy number of soul covers. “We’re not playing them exactly like the records. They’re pretty much appropriated to the kind of players that we have and kind of what comes natural to us,” Murphy says. “We definitely try to broadcast the Marvin Gaye and the Al Green stuff. We hit that pretty hard. We also do some obscure blues tunes and a little bit of New Orleans stuff, too.” AARON CARNES INFO: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 9. Crow’s Nest, 2218 E Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz. $3. 476-4560.

SMOKE SEASON

FRIDAY 12/4 AMERICANA

BLASTERS The word Americana gets thrown around a lot these days, but not so much way back in the 1980s, when big hair and synthesizers were all the rage. But the Blasters were there, carving a niche for themselves that ran through the heart of country music, rock, blues, rockabilly, and even punk. A favorite of seasoned roots aficionados and new fans alike, this band, now comprising Phil Alvin, Bill Bateman, John Bazz, and Keith Wyatt, is one of the standout acts of their generation and a pioneering band of the modern Americana scene. CAT JOHNSON INFO: 8:30 p.m. Catalyst, 1011 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz. $15/adv, $19/door. 423-1338.

INDIE-ELECTRONICA

SMOKE SEASON Usually, electronica and roots music run in different circles, but Smoke Season brings the two together in remarkable fashion. Blending ethereal beats and textures with desert-style soundscapes

and raw, earthy lyricism, the Los Angeles-based band that was named AXSTV’s Los Angeles Breakout Band of the Year in 2014 brings edgy, roots-rock to chilled electronic grooves. If you find yourself conflicted by your love of electronic pop and your roots leanings, Smoke Season is definitely worth checking out. CJ INFO: 9 p.m. Blue Lagoon, 923 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, $5. 423-7117.

SATURDAY 12/5 FOLK-ROCK

KEITH GREENINGER Anyone who spends time listening to KPIG already knows Keith Greeninger. His songs of social justice, human kindness and being alive in these times are in regular rotation on the groundbreaking station. A treasure of the local music scene, Greeninger is an award-winning singer-songwriter whose keen insights, humble worldview, and open heart are matched by skillful songwriting chops and natural musicianship. On Saturday, Greeninger brings his full band, along with longtime musicians and activists

Clan Dyken, to Don Quixote’s to raise funds for Summer and Bear Dyken, who lost their home in the Butte Fires of the Sierra Foothills. CJ INFO: 8:30 p.m. Don Quixote’s, 6275 Hwy. 9, Felton. $20/adv, $25/door. 603-2294.

FOLK ROCK

JUSTIN TOWNES EARLE Born the son of legendary songwriter, Steve Earle, and named after Townes Van Zandt, it’s almost as if Justin Townes was born for the limelight. After a brief stint with his father’s band, JTE launched into his solo career in 2008 with his debut, The Good Life, and quickly gained fame for his sharp wit and deeply intimate lyrics. Last January, Earle celebrated the release of his sixth solo, Absent Fathers, which quickly rose to number 5 on the Billboard Folk charts and 16 on the rock scale. This is JTE’s debut show at Moe’s, but something tells us it won’t be his last. MAT WEIR INFO: 7:30pm. Moe’s Alley, 1535 Commercial Way, Santa Cruz. $20adv/$25door. 479-1854.

MUSIC

BE OUR GUEST NAHKO & MEDICINE FOR THE PEOPLE Nahko & Medicine for the People is a world music fusion band that is quickly gaining international attention for its uplifting messages of one love and global unity. The group is fronted by Nahko Bear, a Portland-born musician of Apache, Puerto Rican, and Filipino heritage. Promoting the healing power of music, this five-piece is on a mission to bridge cultural gaps and spread stories of hope. CAT JOHNSON

JUSTIN TOWNES EARLE

SUNDAY 12/6 GARAGE ROCK

TOGETHER PANGEA

INFO: 9 p.m. Crepe Place, 1134 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz. $10/adv, $12/door. 429-6994.

ROCK

CHRIS ROBINSON BROTHERHOOD The Black Crowes gained some impressive mainstream attention in the early ’90s, when most people didn’t give two shakes about blues rock. That’s because

INFO: 8 p.m. Cocoanut Grove, 400 Beach St, Santa Cruz. $33.60. 423-5590.

INDIE ROCK

THREE MILE PILOT Once upon a time—in the early 1990s to be exact—in the sunny city of San Diego, a group of musicians banded together to write some of the strangest music around. Thus, Three Mile Pilot (or 3MP) was born. While other bands followed the grunge sound, 3MP created one that was more rhythm based and melodic, truly embracing the “alternative” label of the time. The band seemed to disappear in the late ’90s, but in 2010 they released a new album. MW INFO: 8pm. Catalyst Atrium, 1011 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz. $13adv/$15door. 429-4135.

MONDAY 12/7 JAZZ

CHARLIE HUNTER TRIO Seven-string guitar wizard Charlie Hunter has turned into one of music’s great exponents of less-is-more, touring and recording with various duos and trios that allow him to explore different facets of his remarkable ability to play bass and stinging lead lines simultaneously. This particularly extraverted aggregation shares a great deal of raucous history, though they recently released their first album as a trio, Let the Bells Ring On. Curtis Fowlkes and Bobby Previte helped define New York’s idea-a-minute Downtown scene in the late 1970s and ’80s via their work with John Lurie’s Lounge Lizards and The Jazz Passengers. Hunter launched this trio as a vehicle to unleash Fowlkes’ soulful strut and Previte’s volatile funk. You’ve been warned. ANDREW GILBERT INFO: 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Kuumbwa Jazz, 320-2 Cedar St., Santa Cruz. $25/adv, $30/ door. 427-2227.

IN THE QUEUE MIPSO

North Carolina-based bluegrass and roots quartet. Thursday at Moe’s Alley WINTERDANCE CELTIC CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION

Molly's Revenge and the Rosemary Turco Irish Dancers. Thursday at Don Quixote’s DILLON BAIOCCHI QUINTET

Quartet led by Kuumbwa Honor Band Director Dillon Baiocchi. Thursday at Kuumbwa REVEREND HORTON HEAT

Long-running Texas-based psychobilly outfit. Saturday at Catalyst BONGO LOVE

Zimbabwe-based group blending Afrobeat and traditional styles. Tuesday at Moe’s Alley

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Santa Clarita three-piece Together Pangea were early contributors to the lo-fi, fuzz-guitar, adrenaline-fueled garage rock revival that began back in 2009. Now, every other band has a Big Muff pedal and ’60s punk leanings. Meanwhile, Together Pangea have signed to Harvest Records and slid into new territory: ’90s alt-rock. They have thicker tones, more dynamics, and occasionally shoe-gaze. They haven’t abandoned their wild garage-rock roots, but there is so much more now. AARON CARNES

the group had one foot in pop and the other in authentic blues roots. When the group went on hiatus in 2011, lead singer Chris Robinson formed the Chris Robinson Brotherhood as a side project. They now have three full-lengths under their belt, and are a touring tour de force. The band is an all-star ensemble of who’s who in the blues-rock world, but Robinson’s songwriting takes center stage. AC

INFO: 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12. Catalyst, 1011 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz. $23/adv, $27/door. 423-1338. WANT TO GO? Go to santacruz.com/giveaways before 11 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 4 to find out how you could win a pair of tickets to the show.

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Wednesday December 2nd 9pm $20/25 Dancehall Reggae Legend Returns

YELLOWMAN

+ COASTAL SAGE Thursday December 3rd 8:30pm $7/10 Americana/Bluegrass & Roots Music

MIPSO + MELODY WALKER & JACOB GROOPMAN Friday December 4th 9pm $15/20 Ska/Reggae/Soul

THE AGGROLITES + MONKEY

Saturday December 5th 8:30pm $20/25 Acclaimed Singer Songwriter

WED APTOS ST. BBQ 8059 Aptos St, Aptos AQUARIUS RESTAURANT Santa Cruz Dream Inn 175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz

FRI

12/4

Mark Hummel 6-8p

Minor Thirds Trio 6:30-9:30p

SAT

12/5

Lloyd Whitney 1-5p Al Frisby 6-8p

12/6

SUN Hawk n Blues Mechanics 6-8p

MON

12/7

TUE

Aki Kumar 6-8p

12/8

Kim Wilson 6-8p

Minor Thirds Trio 7-10p DJ

BLUE LAGOON 923 PaciďŹ c Ave, Santa Cruz

Above the Storm, Blood Cabana & More Free 8:30p

Comedy Night/ 80s Night Free 8:30p

The Peach Kings, Smoke “So You Think You Can Season, Telepathic Birds Flow� $5 9p $5 9p

The Box (Goth Night) 9p

Pride Night 9p

Party w/Raina 9p

Comedy Night 9p

Karaoke

Locals Night, Music w/ Lil Billy

Alturas Way 9p-Midnight

Karaoke 8p-Close

Karaoke 8p-Close

BLUE LOUNGE 529 Seabright Ave, Santa Cruz BOARDWALK BOWL 115 Cliff St, Santa Cruz

Karaoke 8p-Close

Karaoke 8p-Close

BOCCI’S CELLAR 140 Encinal St, Santa Cruz

Funk Night w/Light the Band Free 9p

Intangibillies Free 8p

Sunday December 6th 3pm $10. Under 13 Free

CATALYST 1011 PaciďŹ c Ave, Santa Cruz

Tuesday December 8th 8:30pm $12/15

12/3

Preacher Boy 6-8p

Live Jazz & Wine Tasting Salsa Bahia 6-9p 6-9p

BRITANNIA ARMS 110 Monterey Ave, Capitola

DANDHA’S ALL STAR B-DAY BASH

THU

BAYVIEW HOTEL 8041 Soquel Dr, Aptos

JUSTIN TOWNES EARLE + BOAZ Members Of SambaDĂĄ w/ Special Guests

12/2

Al Frisby 6-8p

CASA SORRENTO 393 Salinas St, Salinas

Tango Ecstasy 6-9:30p

Incidental Live Music Revue w/Alisha

Swing Night $5 5:30p Back to Bassicks $12/$15 9p

United Rasta Reggae Party Free 10p

Karaoke 9p

Karaoke 9p

E-40 $25/$30 8p

Reverend Horton Heat $20/$25 8p

The Blasters $15/$19 8p

Phutureprimitive $15/$19 8:30p

Jazz Society Free 3:30p Jesse Spurgeon Cottonmouth Comedy Free 8p Tour Free 8p

Hamburger’s ComedyShow Free 8p Songwriter Showcase 7-10p

DJ Luna 9p

CATALYST ATRIUM 1011 PaciďŹ c Ave, Santa Cruz

Brothers Gow $7/$10 8:30p

CILANTROS 1934 Main St, Watsonville

Hippo Happy Hour 5:30-7:30p

Black Sabbitch $8/$10 8p

Three Mile Pilot $13/$15 8p KPIG Happy Hour 5:30-7:30p

Dance Favorites From Zimbabwe

BONGO LOVE December 9th December 10th December 11th December 12th December 16th December 17th

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JUNIOR TOOTS & KING HOPETON THAT 1 GUY INSPECTOR + LA CASTAÑEDA THE ITALS ANUHEA SCOTT COOPER + EDGE OF THE WEST JOSH HEINRICHS, SKILLINJAH, ANIMO CRUZ, SOULWISE CHUCK RAGAN LYDIA PENSE & COLD BLOOD B-SIDE PLAYERS GLEN DAVID ANDREWS DUMPSTAPHUNK ZONGO JUNCTION ROY ROGERS THE LIL’ SMOKIES HARRISON STAFFORD (OF GROUNDATION) THE METERS EXPERIENCE w/ LEO NOCINTELLI & BERNIE WORRELL REBIRTH BRASS BAND MALI, BURNSIDE & J HOT BUTTERED RUM NEW ORLEANS SUSPECTS COCO MONTOYA

WWW.MOESALLEY.COM 1535 Commercial Way Santa Cruz 831.479.1854

1011 PACIFIC AVE. SANTA CRUZ 831-429-4135 International Music Hall and Restaurant

FINE MEXICAN AND AMERICAN FOOD ALL YOU CAN EAT LUNCH BUFFET M-F $7.95

rock tonight LED L 8pm E 21+ Cdoor N Asadv./$15 C Let’ $15

Wed Dec 2

Thu Dec 3

PAPA

WINTERDANCE CELTIC CHRISTMAS Molly’s Revenge, Christa Burch,

The Rosemary Turco Irish Dancers 7:30pm $17 adv./$20 door seated <21 w/parent Fri Dec 4

Sat Dec 5

Mon Dec 7

Thu Dec 10

5oth Anniversary of the First Acid Test Slugs N’ Roses Grateful Dead Tribute plus Mountain Girl, Ken Babbs and a host of Merry Pranksters $12 adv./$15 door 21 + 8pm

Keith Greeninger & Full Band plus Clan Dyken Get ready to boogie, rattle & shake $20 adv./$25 door 21 + 8:30pm

Allah Las pop hooks with a psychedelic soul $15 adv./$15 door 21+ 8pm

Alex Bleeker And the Freaks Roots Rock Jammin’ $15 adv./$15 door 21+ 8pm

COMING RIGHT UP

Fri. Dec. 11

The Good Luck Thrift Store OutďŹ t + The Harmed Brothers Sat. Dec. 12 Melvin Seals & The Spirit of 76 + David Gans Sun. Dec. 13 Banjo Babes 7pm Concert Erin Inglish & Stringtown Ambassadors, Evie Ladin, the Littlest Birds, (Sharon Martinson), The Small Glories (Carla Luft of The Wailin’ Jennys) Tue. Dec. 15 Gary Burr of Kenny Loggins and The Blue Sky Riders Wed. Dec. 16 Mike Renwick’s Holiday Deluxe Thu. Dec. 17 The Human Experience, saQi, feral fauna, Kat Factor Reservations Now Online at www.donquixotesmusic.com Rockin'Church Service Every Sunday ELEVATION at 10am-11:15am

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E-40

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Jay Lozoya also DJ Aspect

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REVEREND HORTON HEAT *+( / $ ( 0 In the Atrium 0 AGES 21+

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Bass Physics

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THREE MILE PILOT

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Systems OfďŹ cer

Dec 12 Nahko & Medicine For The People (Ages 16+) Dec 15 Yellow Claw (Ages 18+) Dec 18 & 19 IAMSU! (Ages 16+) Dec 30 Beats Antique (Ages 18+) Dec 31 Beats Antique (Ages 21+) Jan 1 The Weight featuring former members of The Band Atrium (Ages 21+)

Jan 8 & 9 Tribal Seeds (Ages 16+) Jan 15 Stick Figure (Ages 16+) Jan 22 Minnesota b2b G Jones (Ages 18+) Jan 23 Roach Gigz/ Ezale/ Los Rakas (Ages 16+) Jan 30 Y & T (Ages 21+) Jan 31 Dr. Dog (Ages 16+) Feb 9 Mardi Gras Party: Lettuce (Ages 16+) Feb 12 Geoff Tate’s Operation: Mindcrime (Ages 21+) Feb 14 Brillz/ Party Favor (Ages 18+) Feb 19 Keys N Krates (Ages 18+) Mar 4 Skizzy Mars/ Gnash (Ages 16+) Unless otherwise noted, all shows are dance shows with limited seating. Tickets subject to city tax & service charge by phone 877-987-6487 & online

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LIVE MUSIC WED

12/2

CREPE PLACE 1134 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz

Comedy Night $5 9p

CROW’S NEST 2218 E. Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz

Yuji Tojo $3 8p

THU

12/3

La Yerba Ruda $5 8:30p

12/4

FRI Swing Night w/White Chocolate Funk & Wasabi $10 9p

12/5

SUN

12/6

Fast Asleep $8 9p

The John Michael Band Silverback $6 9p $7 9:30p

DAV. ROADHOUSE 1 Davenport Ave, Davenport DON QUIXOTE’S 6275 Hwy 9, Felton

SAT

MON

12/7

Mix Tape Mondays $3 9p Live Comedy $7 9p

Winterdance Celtic Christmas Celebration $17/$20 7:30p

Slugs N Roses Grateful Dead Tribute $12/$15 8p

12/8

7 Come 11 $5 9p Reggae Party Free 9:30p Sherry Austin w/ Henhouse

Esoteric Collective Papa $15 8p

TUE

Keith Greeninger & Full Band, Clan Dyken $20/$25 8:30p

Celebrating Forty Years of Creativity Thursday, December 3 . 7 pm

DILLON BAIOCCHI QUINTET WITH RENATA BRATT, ZACK OLSEN, CALEB MURRAY AND TERRE LEE 1/2 Price Night for Students Friday, December 4 . 9 pm

CLUB KUUMBWA: STEEP RAVINE & PATCHY SANDERS

Allah Las $15 8p

THE FISH HOUSE 972 Main St, Watsonville

Saturday, December 5 . 7:30 pm

HENFLING’S 9450 Hwy 9, Ben Lomond

Flingo 7p

IT’S WINE TYME 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola

Open Mic 7p

F-Dupp 8p

One Country 9p

Swytchback 9p

The Crew 4p

Roadhouse Karaoke 7:30p

BE NATURAL MUSIC YOUTH ROCK CONCERT FUNDRAISER

Matt Wilson Christmas Tree-O $25 7p Live Music 5:30-9p

MICHAEL’S ON MAIN 2591 Main St, Soquel

Jewels Trio 7-10p

MISSION ST. BBQ 1618 Mission St, Santa Cruz

Tomas Gomez 6p

MOE’S ALLEY 1535 Commercial Way, Santa Cruz

Yellowman $20/$25 8p

Tickets: BrownPaperTickets.com Sunday, December 6 . 5 pm

KUUMBWA 320-2 Cedar St, Santa Cruz MALONE’S 4402 Scotts Valley Dr, Scotts Valley

TOM RALSTON ANGELS AND FRIENDS

Acoustic Soul by Joint Chiefs 8-11p

Live Music 5:30-9p

Karaoke w/Ken 9p

Bombshell Bullys 8-11p

Hall Pass 8-11p

Monday, December 7 . 7 and 9 pm July Fire Duo 6:30-8:30p

Broken Shades 6p Mipso, Melody & Jacob Groopman $7/$10 8p

The Aggrolites $15/$20 Justin Townes Earle 8p $20/$25 7:30p

Tickets at the door

Rand Rueter 6p Dandha’s All Star Birthday Bash $10 7:30p

CHARLIE HUNTER TRIO WITH BOBBY PREVITE & CURTIS FOWLKES Wednesday, December 9 . 7 and 9 pm

Bongo Love $12/$15 7:30p

THE BAD PLUS JOSHUA REDMAN No Comp Tix Thursday, December 10 . 7 pm

J. HANRAHAN QUARTET: A LOVE SUPREME Plus Miles Davis’ Kind of Blue

Friday, December 11 . 7 and 9 pm

DAN HICKS AND THE HOT LICKS: HOLIDAZE IN HICKSVILLE | No Comp Tix Saturday, December 12 . 7:30 pm At the Rio Theatre | All ages | No Comp Tix

MARIACHI SOL DE MÉXICO DE JOSÉ HERNÁNDEZ: A MERRI-ACHI CHRISTMAS MERRY CHRISTMAS: TO LINDA WITH LOVE Tickets: BrownPaperTickets.com Thursday, December 17 . 7 pm

LAVAY SMITH AND HER RED HOT SKILLET LICKERS Friday, December 18 . 8 pm

TAMMI BROWN & YUJI TOJO, HEATHER CHRISTIE & FRIENDS, BELLA VOCE Tickets: BrownPaperTickets.com Saturday, December 19 . 7:30 pm

THE KLEZMATICS Unless noted advance tickets at kuumbwajazz.org and Logos Books & Records. Dinner served 1-hr before Kuumbwa presented concerts. Premium wines & beer. All ages welcome.

320-2 Cedar St [ Santa Cruz 831.427.2227

kuumbwajazz.org

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Sunday, December 13 . 7 pm

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Dec. 8 Pink Martini Presented by Jesse Goodman & the Henry Miller Library Dec. 11 Chris Isaak Jan. 3 Forever Tango featuring Dancing With the Stars Guest Artists Jan. 22 Beach Boys Feb. 18 Charlie Musselwhite & The North Mississippi Allstars Apr. 21 Country Star Clint Black For Tickets www.GoldenStateTheatre.com 831-649-1070

MOTIV 1209 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz

12/2

Depth! 9:30p-2a

THU

12/3

12/4

PARADISE BEACH 215 Esplanade, Capitola

Various Artists

THE POCKET 3102 Portola Dr, Santa Cruz

Jam Session w/Vinny Johnson 7p

Burnin’Vernon Davis, Aftermath $5 9p

POET & PATRIOT 320 E. Cedar St, Santa Cruz

Trivia

SUN

12/6

THE RED 200 Locust St, Santa Cruz

The Alex Raymond Band 8p

Late Night Happy Hour 9p

DJ Shea Butter 10p

THE REEF 120 Union St, Santa Cruz

Jazz Jam

Acoustic Jam w/Toby Gray and Friends

Traditional Hawaiian Music

RIO THEATRE 1205 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz

TUE

12/8

Hip-hop with DJ Marc 9:30p-2a Trivia 6-8p

Dennis Dove

Breeze Babes

Candye Kane $10 9p

Ploughman Unplugged 8p

Various Artists Robin Anderson Big Band Tuesday Night Comedy w/Ruby Rudman 7p Smackdown 9p Comedy Open Mic 8p

Open Mic 7:30-11:30p ‘Geeks Who Drink’ Trivia Night 8p

Traditional Hawaiian Music

Sunday Brunch w/ Chris

Open Mic

The Lenny and Kenny Show

Trivia 8p

Open Mic 7:30p

Pivot: The Art of Fashion $25/$35 7:30-9:30p

ROSIE MCCANN’S 1220 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz THE SAND BAR 211 Esplanade, Capitola

12/7

MON Eclectic by Primal Rasta Cruz Reggae Party Productions 9:30p-close 9:30p-2a

Open Mic 4-7p

Little Petie & the Mean Old Men 7-11p

Still Stoked, RS2 Solid Sound & more 7p-Midnight

December 4th

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12/5

Trivia 8p

SLUGS AND ROSES AT DON QUIXOTES

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SAT

Comedy Night w/Stand Rola-J 7-9p Zameen Food Up Santa Cruz Truck 5-9 Free 7:30-9p

NEW BOHEMIA BREWERY 1030 41st Ave, Santa Cruz 99 BOTTLES 110 Walnut Ave, Santa Cruz

FRI

Libation Lab w/Syntax 9:30p-1:30a

$12 Advance/$15 at door Show 8:30

KEITH GREENINGER AND HIS BAND & CLAN DYKEN AT DON QUIXOTES December 5th

)LULÄ[ MVY )\[[L -PYL :\Y]P]VYZ $20 Advance/$25 at door Show 8:30

T I C K E TS AVA I L A B L E AT;

www.thewheelcompany.com

Vinnie Johnson 8-Midnight

Jessie Sabala Pro Jam 7-11p

Ten Foot Faces 7-11p

LIVE MUSIC WED

12/2

THU

12/3

SANDERLINGS 1 Seascape Resort, Aptos

FRI

12/4

SAT

Jon Dryden, Frank Buchanan

SEABRIGHT BREWERY 519 Seabright, Santa Cruz

12/5

SUN

12/6

MON

12/7

TUE

12/8

Upcoming Shows

Eddie Mendenhall, Frank Buchanan, Steve Robertson

NOV 28 Film: It’s A Wild Life

Clamtones 7:30-10:30p

SEVERINO’S BAR & GRILL 7500 Old Dominion Court, Aptos

Don McCaslin & the Amazing Jazz Geezers 6-10p

Rusty 7:30-11:30p

Phoenix Rising 8p-Midnight

SHADOWBROOK 1750 Wharf Rd, Capitola

Ken Constable 6:30-9:30p

Joe Ferrara 6:30-10p

Claudio Melega 7-10p

SIR FROGGY’S PUB 4771 Soquel Dr, Soquel

Karaoke w/Eve

TROUT FARM INN 7701 E Zayante Rd, Felton

DEC 4 Pivot: The Art of Fashion DEC 10 Robert Cray Band

Western Skylarks 9p Heathen Hill Free 6p

Trivia Night

Taco Tuesday

DEC 12 Mariachi Sol de Mexico

Steven Graves $5 9p

UGLY MUG 4640 Soquel Ave, Soquel

Open Mic w/Mosephus 5:30p

WHALE CITY 490 Highway 1, Davenport

Scott Cooper and the Barrel Makers 9p

YOUR PLACE 1719 Mission St, Santa Cruz

Danny Lawrence 6-9p

Daniel Martins 6-9p

ZELDA’S 203 Esplanade, Capitola

The Kurt Stockdale Jazz Trio 6p

The John Michael Band 9:30p

Swanton Artisans Holiday Sale 10a-5p

DEC 11 The Fab Four

Beach Cleanup 9-11a Swanton Artisans Holiday Sale 10a-5p

DEC 13 Joni Morris DEC 18 Film: Reach for the Sky DEC 29 White Album Ensemble DEC 30 White Album Ensemble

Live Again 9:30p

JAN 02 Patti Smith SOLD OUT

ZIZZO’S COFFEEHOUSE & WINE BAR 3555 Clares St, Capitola

JAN 15 Devotchka JAN 16 JD McPherson FEB 04 Keola Beamer FEB 06 Lecture: Frans Lanting

AT THE RIO THEATRE SANTA CRUZ

FEB 13 The Comic Strippers

SATURDAY DECEMBER 12TH 7:30 PM

Follow the Rio Theatre on Facebook & Twitter! 831.423.8209 www.riotheatre.com

Ring in the holidays with the upbeat sounds of a new breed of Mariachi!

LOCATED ON THE BEACH Amazing waterfront deck views.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT See live music grid for this week’s bands.

STAND-UP COMEDY

Three live comedians every Sunday night.

HAPPY HOUR Mon–Fri from 3:30pm. Wednesday all night!

Mariachi Sol de MĂŠxico de JosĂŠ HernĂĄndez A MERRI-ACHI CHRISTMAS

4QPOTPSFE CZ 3BEJPMPHZ .FEJDBM (SPVQ t $P TQPOTPSFE CZ (PPE 5JNFT TICKETS:

www.kuumbwajazz.org / Logos Books & Records, downtown Santa Cruz INFO: www.kuumbwajazz.org / 831.427.2227

THURSDAY DECEMBER 3RD THIRSTY THURSDAY $3 PINTS ALL NIGHT! $.49 WINGS!

VISIT OUR BEACH MARKET Wood-fired pizza, ice cream, unique fine gifts.

SPECIAL DEALS Weekdays, upstairs and down.

NOW SERVING BREAKFAST Open for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Daily

(831) 476-4560

crowsnest-santacruz.com

FRIDAY DECEMBER 4TH CASA SORRENTO ALL STAR BAND SANTANA COVERS, R&B, FUNK, OLD SCHOOL GET DOWN AND DANCE MUSIC SATURDAY DECEMBER 5TH ROCK LAB AND CASA SORRENTO PRESENT... DESCARTES & OLD RUSTY KOBRA 393 Salinas St, SALINAS (oldtown) 831.757.2720 // casasorrento.com

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Delishes Fishes.

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BREAKING RED Bryan Cranston plays the blacklisted screenwriter Dalton Trumbo in ‘Trumbo,’ a wildly entertaining plunge into the anti-Communist witch-hunting that took place in Hollywood during the 1940s and ’50s.

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Screenwriter defies injustice in witty ‘Trumbo’ BY LISA JENSEN

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John McNamara from the nonfiction book by Bruce Cook, it’s a wildly entertaining plunge into the dark heart of anti-Communist witchhunting in Hollywood during the 1940s and ’50s, as experienced by one extremely savvy intended “victim” who had the guts, the brains and the chutzpah to survive. In 1947, at the height of a fruitful Hollywood career writing hit movies for the likes of Spencer Tracy and Ginger Rogers, Dalton Trumbo (Cranston) has just inked a deal with MGM to become the highestpaid screenwriter in the business. He and his wife, Cleo (Diane Lane, terrific as always), and their three young children live on a gorgeous property in the Hollywood Hills.

Then one day, he gets a subpoena from the House Un-American Committee to testify in Washington DC about alleged Communist “infiltration” of Hollywood. As the prologue reminds us, plenty of people joined the Communist Party in the Depression ’30s in solidarity with the poor and oppressed, back when Russia and the USA were allies against the Nazis. But as the Cold War heats up in the late ’40s, “Commies” become the target for right-wing “patriots” like the HUAC, and the Motion Picture Alliance (MPA)—headed up by gossip columnist Hedda Hopper (played by Helen Mirren with viperish verve) and John Wayne (David James Elliott)—who claim the film industry

is “infested with traitors.” Membership in the party is considered treason. And when attempts at rational discourse with HUAC prove impossible, those who refuse to comply by giving up the names of their friends, or repudiating the original ideals for which they first embraced Communism, are cited in contempt of Congress. Trumbo won’t play the game, and spends a year in a federal penitentiary. (His writer friend Arlen Hird (Louis C.K.), tells the HUAC he can’t answer their questions until he visits his doctor, “to see if he can remove my conscience.”) Freed from prison, Trumbo, Hird and the rest of the “Hollywood 10” are blacklisted; any producer who hires them risks a public boycott. Trumbo downsizes his life, but keeps writing to support his family. The screenplay he’s been working on becomes the famed romantic comedy Roman Holiday; it wins an Oscar, but the name inscribed on the statuette is another writer, Ian McLellan Hunter, through whom Trumbo had to submit the script. At the exploitation house King Brothers Productions, Trumbo pseudonymously grinds out no-budget sci-fi and film noir thrillers (an insane schedule that takes its toll on his family). John Goodman is hilarious as honcho Jack King; when a prissy MPA rep tries to threaten him with exposure in the papers if he doesn’t fire Trumbo, King retorts “I make crap! The people who go to my pictures can’t read!” Cranston plays Trumbo with an edgy, raging wit, pounding away at his typewriter with a cigarette holder in one hand and a glass of hooch nearby. He edits in his bathtub with its makeshift desktop, literally cutting up the script with scissors (in those pre-computer days), and re-pasting the scenes in better order on what looks like a long roll of shelf paper. He’s the heart of this sharp, frisky film for anyone interested in stories about writers, backstage Hollywood, or the (belated) triumph of reason over fear-mongering. TRUMBO ***1/2 (out of f our) With Bryan Cranston, Helen Mirren, Diane Lane, Louis C.K., and John Goodman. Written by John McNamara. Directed by Jay Roach. A Bleecker Street Media release. Rated R. 124 minutes.

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BROOKLYN From far across the cavernous pond, Eilis is an Irish immigrant who lands in 1950s Brooklyn, New York, only to face crippling homesickness, glaring cultural differences, prejudice, and hardship. When Eilis falls in love with a young Italian boy from a totally different world, she’s forced to choose between her old home and her new life. John Crowley directs. Saoirse Ronan, Emory Cohen, Domhnall Gleeson costar. (PG-13) 111 minutes. CREED Well, Michael B. Jordan has sure changed since his days in The Wire—as in he looks like he ate the other Michael Jordan and gained double the body weight. Not that it’s a bad look, mind you, and it makes his appearance as prodigy boxer Adonis Johnson believable at least. Rocky Balboa is back but this time he’s training the young Adonis (really, with that name?) as he strives to fill his father’s shoes. Ryan Coogler directs. Michael B. Jordan, Sylvester Stallone, and Tessa Thompson co-star. (PG-13) 132 minutes. THE GOOD DINOSAUR What if the comet that destroyed the dinosaurs missed earth? In Pixar’s newest animated wonder, a baby Apatosaurus is separated from his family and encounters several surprising challenges on his journey back home— including a tiny identity-confused human who becomes his sidekick. Peter Sohn directs. Jeffrey Wright, Frances McDormand, Maleah NipayPadilla co-star. (PG) 100 minutes. THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY PART 2 Did this book need two movies? Who even cares, we’ll follow Katniss anywhere. Francis Lawrence directs. Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth co-star. (PG-13) 137 minutes. LOVE THE COOPERS In case the ’90s didn’t deliver enough holiday feel-good films about families around the dinner table—here’s one that sounds just like all the others except with Olivia Wilde, Amanda Seyfried, Marisa Tomei, Diane Keaton and John Goodman. There’s the gorgeous daughter who feels pressure to bring home a life mate so she snags a stand-in at the airport, the single dad with his potty-mouthed daughter, the crazy grandmother,

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and The Hunger Games. Billy Ray directs. (PG-13) 111 minutes. SPECTRE Beautiful Bond is back again: hello, piercing blue eyes and puckered pout, it’s been too long! Oh yeah—something about a secret organization, M struggling again to secure Bond’s job, and over two hours of bing, bang, boom, kablooey. Also, Christoph Waltz! Sam Mendes directs. Daniel Craig, Christoph Waltz, Léa Seydoux co-star. (PG-13) 148 minutes. SPOTLIGHT In Boston, the church ran everything. When the Spotlight investigative reporting team from the Boston Globe began unpacking the decades-long cover up of child molestation, they found themselves up against a web of religious, legal, and government croonies. The cover up was linked to the city’s highest levels and the wave of revelations that followed in its wake rocked not only the Catholic world, but the entire international community. Tom McCarthy directs. Mark Ruffalo, Michael Keaton, Rachel McAdams costar. (R) 128 minutes. SUFFRAGETTE “All my life I’ve been respectful, done what men have told me—well I can’t have that any more,” says Maud Watts, an almost reluctant suffragette who stumbles upon the underground women's movement in England in the late 19th century. Cornered by men at every

turn, these foot soldiers of the early feminist movement risked everything to gain the right to vote—suffering oppression at work, brutality in the streets, humiliation by their peers, ostracization from their families and children, imprisonment by the police, and in some cases, even death. Sarah Gavron directs. Carey Mulligan, AnneMarie Duff, Helena Bonham Carter co-star. (Pg-13) 106 minutes. TRUMBO Reviewed this issue. (R) 124 minutes. TRUTH A group of journalists stumble upon the “holy grail” of documents— proof that President George W. Bush lied about his military service. Only, once the story goes national, it turns out the memos haven’t been confirmed and some of them can easily be forged on Microsoft Word. Truth is the story of the 2004 CBS “60 Minutes” report which sank anchor Dan Rather and producer Mary Mapes’ career. James Vanderbilt directs. Cate Blanchett, Robert Redford, Dennis Quaid co-star. (R) 121 minutes. VICTOR FRANKENSTEIN Viktor Von Frankenstein played God. He created life from dead flesh and toyed with fate. This is the story from Igor’s perspective—the troubled origins, the tortured friendship and the darkness that emerged from their underworld creation. Paul McGuigan directs. Daniel Radcliffe, James McAvoy, Jessica Brown co-star. (PG-13) 109 minutes.

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onions, tomatoes, and (for me at least) the required layer of melted cheese. Take a look—I’ll bet you’ve noticed the burger explosion yourself. In the Mojave last week, we inhaled a giant Black Angus cheeseburger on a Nicky Minaj-sized bun. We simply removed the top half and consumed it open-faced. There is the glamor house burger at Soif, sided by pommes frites (French for french fries, and yes that is a tongue-in-cheek comment). Then there are the Gabriella burgers wittily served on triangles of focaccia. And, of course there are the myriad, highly consumable burgers at burger., whose

popularity underscores my point about the growing cry for burgers. Kelly’s has solved the issue of the too-thick bun by dividing the spoils into a trio of approachable sliders. If you find yourself taking burgers and fries seriously as the steak and potatoes of the 21st century, then you have a lot of company. Much more affordable than high-end steaks, the hamburger can be just as delicious and definitely just as filling. I’ll go out a bit further on this limb and speculate that the resurgence of hamburgers on menus everywhere might signal the waning of vegetarianism as a food

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Can people buy your beer at stores? NICK PAVLINA: Not just yet. We just got our final legal approval a couple of weeks ago. Our plan is to be in a handful of restaurants around town in the next month or two. Right now we’re brewing in Ben Lomond in a small barn. We’re not allowed to have a taproom on residential property. Our plan is to open one in Santa Cruz. This is our first step to getting there. We’re small scale right now. It doesn’t make sense to package our beer in anything but kegs. I’ve been brewing beer for about eight years and have been trying to open Humble Sea for quite a few years now.

What’s your specialty? It’s mostly craft lagers, as opposed to ales, which is what everyone makes, [and] which are a little easier and take less time. We do a lot of traditional beers with a West Coast twist: a little extra hoppy, with some non-traditional ingredients here and there like coriander and lemongrass and jalapeño. We do a Mexican IPL, an India Pale Lager. We use jalapeño in it. There’s some tropical fruit and corn with the jalapeño. It’s a very interesting and different beer. It’s not overpowering. You can smell it and taste it, but it doesn’t burn.

Where did you get the name Humble Sea? I used to live in Pleasure Point. When I really thought seriously about brewing, I was trying to think of a name that represented me. The sea has always been a big part of my life; I wanted to incorporate that somehow. And I’ve always tried to stay humble with everything that I do, especially making beer. Humble Sea just sounded cool. It sounded different, and it just kind of stuck. Info: humblesea.com.

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WINE CLUB OF THE SANTA CRUZ MOUNTAINS If you don’t know which local wines to try next or you want to ship out a gift, then the Wine Club of the Santa Cruz Mountains, run by Shannon Torres, former director of operations for the Santa Cruz Mountains Winegrowers Association, makes it easy. Check online for a list of the wines offered, and you can always contact Torres for any assistance with selection. Wines are hand-picked by professionals in the Santa Cruz Mountains wine industry. A wonderful opportunity to try something new from the area. For more information, visit wineclubsantacruzmountains. com or email shannon@ wineclubsantacruzmountains.com.

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ADVENT: PREPARING FOR WINTER SOLSTICE During the month of Sagittarius—a joyful (due to Jupiter) yet hectic (holiday preparations) time of year when the darkness increases, we can begin to feel disconnected from the Sun’s light, and our natural connections to the Earth seem distant. During the season of what seems like endless darkness, there are festivals, religious, spiritual and secular (worldly), which help us reconnect, give us strength and focus (a Sag word) us on what is merry and bright. Advent, a four-week seasonal event, is one of these festivals. Advent is Latin for “something is to come.” Advent is a preparatory festival of lights following Thanksgiving. Advent articulates for us that, in the darkness of the late autumn to winter season, we are all in a state of waiting. Waiting for the Sun’s return, for light and for warmth. Advent signifies the light in the darkness—a festival of lighting candles, one

more each week for four weeks. The candles are in a circle, signifying the circle/ spiral of life. Advent began Sunday, Nov. 29. Fresh evergreen wreaths are made. Four candles (one rose and three lavender) are placed around the circle, one white candle in the center. The Advent ritual is a preparation, offering us an awareness of time—the four weeks leading up to winter solstice (birth of new light) and Christmas (Holy Child’s birth). We are not confused. The two are the same. Each night the candles are lit. Each Sunday another candle is lit. Until, by winter solstice, all four candles, along with the middle candle, are lit through Christmas (Dec. 25). At winter solstice each year, the hierarchy begins preparations for Wesak (May Buddha Festival, 2016). With our Advent’s inner light, we begin preparations with them.

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You’re out and about, in and of the world. You can’t help it. The world, people, events, food, travel, adventures, mountain peaks, plains, cultures, and civilization all call you to participate. Perhaps you will consider writing a book, perhaps publishing becomes interesting. Think deeply on your goals. Create more. Ponder upon this statement, “I see the goal, I reach that goal and then I see another.”

Being out and about in neighborhoods looking at the lights and holiday decorations, dropping in on neighbors, having gatherings with friends, unpacking holiday boxes, making paper and popcorn chains and garlands, sending emails and holiday cards—celebrations and tasks during the season of light. At each holiday you capture its essential beauty. A question: Is your heart missing someone?

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I ask that you also think on the last sentence for Aries. And then observe the many and varied goals, dreams, hopes and wishes that filter through your mind each day. There’s not enough time in the days and nights to accomplish everything. Have you noticed time has changed? It’s diminished. Money, resources and financial things held in common are important to look at. You can do this with poise.

For the next several weeks you sense a light shining within and upon you. You will feel lucky, capable, resourceful, emotionally supported, and prosperous. Don’t run out, however, and buy everything you fancy, anything that baubles brightly, unless it’s for a loved one. Most appreciated would be the offering of your heart. Even if it’s to a friend. We think of you as internal, hidden, watchful, reserved. You can give (and be) more now.

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CANCER Jun21–Jul20 Your health at this time is what matters most. Focusing on this, and not much else, is best because you have the capacity to heal more quickly now than ever before. Foods are also on the menu in terms of health. Prepare tonics for yourself and especially as gifts, offering them in clear glass bottles. Are endless tasks and responsibilities appearing moment by moment? Say no to most of them. You need rest. And tonics.

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VIRGO Aug23–Sep22 You’re the light of the world to your family this year. You’re the one who nurtures and connects them, creating festivities that make everyone feel at home. Consider planning a get-together for those who have no family. You will merge realities that are separated, unify what is opposed, and synthesize all parts and pieces. You love being given these detailed essential tasks.

SAGITTARIUS Nov22–Dec20 All parts of you are active, energetic, hopeful. You shine in this season. Careful of being quick to anger or impatience. You’re more assertive, daring, and bold like a warrior. Therefore, be careful with everything— communicating, driving, walking, running, and using tools and implements. Careful, too, of things red, hot and sharp (all of which, to some, you are). You’re laughing. That’s good. Caution.

CAPRICORN Dec21–Jan20 Mars is in your tenth house (of the world). It’s good to be out and about. People will see, recognize and be attracted to your fiery energy. You want to feel independent, purposeful, successful and creative. There is another side. You may be a bit weary, needing major nutrients and extra rest. Use half your time to draw back. You can still plan and create goals. However, act upon them slowly. Make health, rest, and well-being your central focus.

AQUARIUS Jan21–Feb18 Everything personal and professional has the green light of change. You have energy and enthusiasm, you have hopes and wishes, you have opportunities and invitations. Amid the many possibilities and your many needs, you must bring forth faith. This is the belief that all you need will be given in right timing. When things fall down, don’t fall with them. Stand tall. Don’t worry about money. You will always have enough.

PISCES Feb19–Mar20 You become more public, more of your leadership qualities are emerging. Something new is occurring with your gifts of communication, intelligence and knowledge. You’re preparing for something. As certain things dissolve away, you remain hopeful, patient, accepting, while also wary, cautious, circumspect, careful, and coiled like a snake. Out of the wound a new creative gift comes forth. Something you thought you would never do, you begin. Bravo!

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business under the fictitious business name listed above on 4/1/2010. This statement was filed with Gail L. Pellerin, County Clerk of Santa Cruz County, on Nov. 3, 2015. Nov. 18, 25, & Dec. 2, 9. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 15-1951 The following Individual is doing business as GOAT’S EYE PRESS. 1040 RIVER STREET, APT. 222, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060. County of Santa Cruz. GILLIAN VICKERS. 1040 RIVER STREET, APT. 222, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060. This business is conducted by an Individual signed: GILLIAN VICKERS. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above is NOT APPLICABLE. This statement was filed with Gail L. Pellerin, County Clerk of Santa Cruz County, on Nov. 10, 2015. Nov. 25, & Dec. 2, 9, 16. CHANGE OF NAME IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, FOR THE COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ PETITION OF ITZEL KASSANDRA GUTIERREZ

CHANGE OF NAME CASE NO. 15CV00246. THE COURT FINDS that the petitioner ITZEL KASSANDRA GUTIERREZ has filed a Petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for an order changing Applicant’s name from: ITZEL KASSANDRA GUTIERREZ to: KASSANDRA ITZEL MARTINEZ. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING December 28, 2015 at 8:30 am, in Department 4 located at Superior Court of California, 701 Ocean Street, Room. 110. Santa

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CHANGE OF NAME IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, FOR THE COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ PETITION OF AMBER REHLING CHANGE OF NAME CASE NO.15CV00323. THE COURT FINDS that the petitioner AMBER REHLING has filed a Petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for an order changing the applicants name from: AMBER REHLING to: AMBER SEASHELL REHLING. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING January 11, 2016 at 8:30 am, in Department 4 located at Superior Court of California, 701 Ocean Street. Santa Cruz, CA 95060. A copy of this order to show cause must be published in the Good Times, a newspaper of general circulation printed in Santa Cruz County, California, once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Dated: Nov. 18, 2015. Paul M. Marigonda, Judge of the

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The City Council of the City of Santa Cruz having authorized the city clerk administrator, that the ordinance hereafter entitled and described, be published by posting copies thereof in three (3) prominent places in the City, to wit: The City of Santa Cruz Website www.cityofsantacruz.com City Hall–809 Center Street Central Branch Library–224 Church Street NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that copies of said ordinance were posted according to said order. (Original on file with city clerk.) Said ordinance was introduced on October 13, 2015 and is entitled and described as follows:

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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CRUZ AMENDING SECTION 10.40.220 AND ADDING SECTION 10.40.235 TO THE SANTA CRUZ MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO REGULATION OF PARKING VEHICLES AND TRAILERS WITHIN MARKED PARKING SPACES ALONG CURBS

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NOTICE OF PUBLICATION OF ORDINANCE BY POSTING (ORDINANCE NO. 2015-17) The City Council of the City of Santa Cruz having authorized the City Clerk Administrator (CCA), that the ordinance hereafter entitled and described, be published by posting copies thereof in three (3) prominent places in the City, to wit:

The City of Santa Cruz Website www.cityofsantacruz.com City Hall–809 Center Street Central Branch Library–224 Church Street NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that copies of said ordinance were posted according to said order. (Original on file with CCA.) Said ordinance was introduced on November 24, 2015 and is entitled and described as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANTA CRUZ ADDING SECTION 10.04.085, 10.04.104, 10.04.106, 10.04.165, 10.40.120 AND AMENDING SECTION 10.41.060 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE PARKING OF OVERSIZED VEHICLES

This ordinance authorizes the City Engineer to designate curbside parking areas in the City where no person shall park any attached trailer, and where no vehicles, regardless of shape or size, and including any attached trailer, shall be stopped, left standing or parked other than fully within the lines of markings of a single space so established. The ordinance designates curbside spaces on along sections of West Cliff Drive and Pelton Avenue where this parking regulation shall apply.

This ordinance would prohibit the overnight (8pm-8am) stopping, standing, parking or leaving of oversized vehicles on any public highway, street or city parking lot, with few identified exceptions, including oversized vehicles owned by a City resident or outof-town visitor of a resident displaying a temporary overnight parking permit issued by the City and parked in close proximity to the resident’s abode. The ordinance would remove oversized vehicles from the list of eligible vehicles types that can be permitted as part of the City’s preferential parking permit program. Oversized vehicles would be prohibited from parking within 100 feet of any intersection.

PASSED FOR PUBLICATION on this 13th day of October, 2015, by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Chase, Terrazas, Comstock, Noroyan; Vice Mayor Mathews; Mayor Lane. NOES: Councilmember Posner. ABSENT: None. DISQUALIFIED: None. APPROVED: ss/Don Lane, Mayor. ATTEST: ss/Bren Lehr, City Clerk Administrator. This Ordinance is scheduled for further consideration and final adoption at the Council meeting of December 8, 2015.

PASSED FOR PUBLICATION on this 24th day of November, 2015, by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Chase, Terrazas, Comstock, Noroyan; Vice Mayor Mathews. NOES: Posner; Mayor Lane. ABSENT: None. DISQUALIFIED: None. APPROVED: ss/ Don Lane, Mayor. ATTEST: ss/Bren Lehr, City Clerk Administrator. This Ordinance is scheduled for further consideration and final adoption at the Council meeting of December 8, 2015.

Cruz, CA 95060. A copy of this order to show cause must be published in the Good Times, a newspaper of general circulation printed in Santa Cruz County, California, once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Dated: November 10, 2015. Paul M. Marigonda, Judge of the Superior Court. Nov. 18, 25, & Dec. 2, 9. CHANGE OF NAME IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, FOR THE

COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ PETITION OF NICOLE ELISABETH SABINE CHANGE OF NAME CASE NO.15CV00065. THE COURT FINDS that the petitioner NICOLE ELISABETH SABINE has filed a Petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for an order changing the applicants name from: NICOLE ELISABETH SABINE. to: NICOLE ELISABETH SABINI. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at

the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING December 11, 2015 at 8:30 am, in Department 4 located at Superior Court of California, 701 Ocean Street. Santa Cruz, CA 95060. A copy of this order to show cause must be published in the Good Times, a newspaper of general circulation printed in Santa Cruz County, California, once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Dated: Oct. 19, 2015. Paul M. Marigonda, Judge of the Superior Court. Dec. 2, 9,

NOTICE OF PUBLICATION OF ORDINANCE BY POSTING (ORDINANCE NO. 2015-16)

The City Council of the City of Santa Cruz having authorized the City Clerk Administrator (CCA), that the ordinance hereafter entitled and described, be published by posting copies thereof in three (3) prominent places in the City, to wit: The City of Santa Cruz Website www.cityofsantacruz.com City Hall–809 Center Street Central Branch Library–224 Church Street NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that copies of said ordinance were posted according to said order. (Original on file with CCA.) Said ordinance was introduced on November 24, 2015 and is entitled and described as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANTA CRUZ ADDING CHAPTERS 9.29 AND 9.30 TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO SAFE FIREARM STORAGE AND REPORTING OF LOST OR STOLEN FIREARMS This ordinance would require no person shall keep a firearm within a residence unless it is stored in a locked container or disabled with a California Department of Justice approved trigger lock. The ordinance would further require any person who owns or possess a firearm to report the theft or loss of such firearm to the Santa Cruz Police Department within five calendar days of becoming aware of the theft or loss, in the event the owner resides in the City of Santa Cruz or the theft or loss occurs in the City. PASSED FOR PUBLICATION on this 24th day of November, 2015, by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Chase, Terrazas, Comstock, Posner, Noroyan; Vice Mayor Mathews; Mayor Lane. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. DISQUALIFIED: None. APPROVED: ss/Don Lane, Mayor. ATTEST: ss/Bren Lehr, City Clerk Administrator. This Ordinance is scheduled for further consideration and final adoption at the Council meeting of December 8, 2015.

16, 23. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 15 - 1875 The following General Partnership is doing business as BOULDER CREEK ART LAB. 13124 HWY 9., BOULDER CREEK, CA 95006. County of Santa Cruz. SARAH NIELSEN & DIANA ROBERTSON. 13124 HWY 9., BOULDER CREEK, CA 95006. This business is conducted by a General Partnership signed: SARAH NIELSEN. The registrant

commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above is NOT APPLICABLE. This statement was filed with Gail L. Pellerin, County Clerk of Santa Cruz County, on Oct. 28, 2015. Nov. 18, 25, & Dec. 2, 9. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 15-1983 The following Individual is doing business as VOTYPE EDITORIAL AND TRANSCRIPTION SERVICES. 875 FOREST

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WAY, BEN LOMOND, CA 95005. County of Santa Cruz. WENDY ELLEN LEDGER. 875 FOREST WAY, BEN LOMOND, CA 95005. This business is conducted by an Individual signed: WENDY ELLEN LEDGER. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above is NOT APPLICABLE. This statement was filed with Gail L. Pellerin, County Clerk of Santa Cruz County, on Nov. 17, 2015. Nov. 25, & Dec. 2, 9, 16. STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name:

CLOTHES COTTAGE. 911 C. CAPITOLA AVE. CAPITOLA, CA 95010. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in SANTA CRUZ COUNTY on: 2/4/2015. This business was conducted by: INDIVIDUAL: JOANN MCCULLOUGH. This statement was filed with the County ClerkRecorder of SANTA CRUZ COUNTY on the date indicated by the file stamp: Filed: Nov. 19, 2015. File No.2015-0000222. Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23. CHANGE OF NAME IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, FOR THE COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ PETITION OF DENNIS DOYLE TAKAHASHI KELSO, ANNE TAKAHASHI-KELSO, &

MIDORI REN KELSOTAKAHASHI. CHANGE OF NAME CASE NO. 15CV00331. THE COURT FINDS that the petitioner(s) DENNIS DOYLE TAKAHASHI KELSO, ANNE TAKAHASHI-KELSO, & MIDORI REN KELSOTAKAHASHI have filed a Petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for an order changing the applicants’ names from: DENNIS DOYLE TAKAHASHI KELSO, ANNE TAKAHASHIKELSO, & MIDORI REN KELSO-TAKAHASHI to: DENNIS DOYLE TAKAHASHI-KELSO, ANNE MIGAHM TAKAHASHI-KELSO, & MIDORI REN TAKAHASHIKELSO. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons

interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING January 22, 2016 at 8:30 am, in Department 4 located at Superior Court of California, 701 Ocean Street, Room 110. Santa

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 15-1874 The following Individual is doing business as BREATHING ROOM & MADRONE D’ARDENNE. 316 WILKES CIRCLE, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060. County of Santa Cruz. PATRICIA SHIMOKAWA. 316 WILKES CIRCLE, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060. This business is conducted by an Individual signed: PATRICIA SHIMOKAWA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above is NOT

APPLICABLE. This statement was filed with Gail L. Pellerin, County Clerk of Santa Cruz County, on Oct. 28, 2015. Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 15-1987 The following Corporation is doing business as GARDENING UNLIMITED, INC., SANTA CRUZ HYDROPONICS AND ORGANICS. 815 ALMAR AVE., SUITE K, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060. County of Santa Cruz. ERIC G. SHEDLARSKI. 815 ALMAR AVE., SUITE K, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060. AI# 3224683. This business is conducted by a Corporation signed: ERIC G. SHEDLARSKI. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on 1/1/2013. This statement was filed with Gail L. Pellerin, County Clerk of Santa Cruz County, on Nov. 18, 2015. Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23.

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What do you folks enjoy cooking? JAMIE: “Cooking is in my blood. I do a lot of Mediterranean cooking such as pasta, soups, brown rice, lots of fresh vegetables, and salads with olives, nuts, artichokes, goat cheese, and more. There’s always a main dish such as steak, chicken, or seafood.â€? TIM: “I love barbecuing using my old Weber.â€? JAMIE: “You’re grilling, not barbecuing.â€? TIM: “Well, I call it barbecuing and do rib eye steaks, ďŹ llet mignon, chicken, salmon, swordďŹ sh, and leg of lamb which I slow-cook.â€? JAMIE: “We also GRILL our vegetables. The butchers are so accommodating and the variety of meats is fantastic.â€? TIM: “Best quality in town!â€?

Quality is important? JAMIE:“Yes, and so is shopping local. Here, not only do we support a family-run business but county-based vendors who supply the breads, coffees, eggs, salsas, pies, apples/organic produce, and the ice cream which is Andrew’s, and my other kids, Ellie and Ian’s favorite section.� TIM: “They have all the best Santa Cruz Mountain wines such as Ridge and Bargetto’s. Jim (Beauregard) has done a wonderful job with the store and the staff: they’re well-trained, knowledgeable, and always helpful. They’re on their game.� JAMIE: “The checkers recognize us ask, ‘How’re you doing?’ which makes for a family-friendly feeling. Our kids enjoy coming to Shopper’s.�

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