Pajaro Valley Magazine July 2 2021

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s the city of Watsonville and the greater Pajaro Valley slowly reopen after a year of closures due to the pandemic, a series of events have been scheduled to celebrate the Fourth of July.

While the city’s annual Spirit of Watsonville Parade has once again been canceled, a number of other, safer alternatives will be held. This includes the Watsonville Neighborhood Parade, where residents show their spirit by decorating homes and businesses all over the city.

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locations, most of which are listed on a map at bit.ly/3dsNOnS. Businesses participating include Pajaro Valley Prevention and Student Assistance, JD Wireless, Panther Protective Services and Cheeses Jam Co. Shaz Roth, CEO of the Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture, was busy Tuesday decorating the front of her business on Brennan Street.

“This is great for community spirit,” she said. “It shows support for our city and our neighbors.”

Watsonville resident Maria Carranco was decorating the front yard and garage of her home on Martinelli Street with her two young grandsons Wednesday morning.

She admitted that they normally do not decorate much for the Fourth of July, but that they felt inspired to participate.

“This kind of thing is new for us—we’re not super decorators,” Carranco said. “But we haven’t had a lot of interaction with the community for so long … So this is kind of like a grand opening, in the spirit of Fourth of July. It’s great to have the kids participate, too.”

On Sunday the city will host the July 4th Mayor’s Bike Ride. People are invited to join Mayor Jimmy Dutra, plus representatives from Bike Santa Cruz County, the Friends of Watsonville Parks and Community Services, the city and Santa Cruz Metro for a bike ride around the city to see the decorated buildings.

Riders will meet in the alleyway between the Watsonville Post Office and the Second Street Parking Garage downtown at 12:45pm.

One of Metro’s new electric buses will lead the way; it will be available to anyone who does not want to ride a bike.

Come early around noon to help decorate the bus and bikes. Prizes will be awarded to the “most spirited” adult and youth riders.

“I hope that people are excited to be interacting with each other once again,” Dutra said. “Being able to get back out with the community and celebrate in a safe way … while

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GETTING FESTIVE Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture was busy decorating Tuesday. showing our community pride. I hope people will get into the spirit.”

Two more events are planned for Sunday. The Red, White and Blue concert in the City Plaza, featuring the Watsonville Community Band, will kick off at 2pm with a set of patriotic songs. Around the same time, look to the skies for a special Fourth of July aeronautic flyover.

Nick Calubaquib, the city Parks and Community Services Department Director, said that organizing all of the city’s special events this year has been particularly challenging.

“We’ve lost a lot of full-time and part-time positions over the past year,” he said. “Our team of full time employees is currently over 20% smaller than before the pandemic …

So we are all wearing multiple hats to hold everything together. It’s exciting that our special events are coming back, but it can be very stressful.”

Add to this the much smaller window of time to plan the events around ever-changing Covid-19 guidelines, such as big events like the Strawberry Festival, which usually take a year to plan.

“Things were up in the air for a long time,” Dutra said. “Our city

DECKED OUT These homes and businesses are decorated in patriotic parade float style:

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FLYING HIGH Business and residences across the city are decorating their homes for the Fourth.

manager was very cautious back when decisions were to be made … and it takes several months to plan these kinds of things. But we’re getting there. Hopefully these events signal the beginning of a new normal.”

Added Calubaquib: “Although we're facing many challenges, our goal is still to create quality events that provide exceptional experiences for our

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HOLIDAY SAFETY • If you use a starter fluid to ignite charcoals, use only charcoal starter fluid. Never add charcoal fluid or any other flammable liquids to the fire.

• Keep charcoal fluid out of the reach of children and away from heat sources.

• Never use gasoline or other flammable or combustible liquids on firepits, chimineas or campfires.

• For electric charcoal starters, which do not use fire, make sure the extension cord you are using is designed for outdoor use.

If a fire breaks out, call the fire department • For any type of outdoor fire that can’t be quickly and effectively extinguished, call the fire department immediately for assistance.

GRILLING SAFE Make sure to closely monitor food cooking on the grill.

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Celebrating safely

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As summer officially kicks off, NFPA provides guidance for outdoor activities

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ith summer officially here and Covid-19 restrictions loosening around the country, many people will look to grilling, cookouts and other outdoor gatherings, including fireworks displays, to enjoy the warm weather. As the Fourth of July approaches, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is providing reminders and guidelines for safely enjoying these activities:

Make sure your gas grill is working properly • Leaks or breaks are primarily a problem with gas grills. Check

the gas tank hose for leaks before using it for the first time each year.

• If your grill has a gas leak detected by smell or the soapy bubble test, and there is no flame, turn off both the gas tank and the grill.

If the leak stops, get the grill serviced by a professional before using it again. If the leak does not stop, call the fire department.

• If you smell gas while cooking, immediately get away from the grill and do not move it. If the flame goes out, turn the grill and gas off and wait at least five minutes before re-lighting it.

Never leave equipment unattended • Make sure to closely monitor food cooking on the grill. Turn the grill off promptly when you’re done cooking, and let it cool completely before returning it to its original location.

• For campfires, fire pits and chimineas, always have a hose, bucket of water, or shovel and

dirt or sand nearby, and make sure the fire is completely out before going to sleep or leaving the area.

Keep equipment a safe distance from things that can burn • Place your grill well away (at least three feet) from anything that can burn, including deck railings and overhanging branches; also keep them out from under eaves.

• Keep portable grills a safe distance from lawn games, play areas and foot traffic.

• Keep children and pets well away from any type of equipment in use.

• In areas where campfires are permitted, they must be at least 25 feet away from any structure and anything that can burn.

Also make sure to clear away dry leaves and sticks, overhanging low branches and shrubs.

Use fuel and fire starters properly

Only attend public fireworks displays • After many public fireworks displays were cancelled last year, many towns and cities will be hosting public fireworks events for the Fourth of July this year. If you are planning on making fireworks part of your Fourth of July celebration, NFPA strongly recommends attending these public shows rather than using consumer fireworks, which can cause serious injury and damage due to their unpredictability.

• An estimated 19,500 fires in the U.S. were started by fireworks in 2018, including 1,900 structure fires, 500 vehicle fires, and 17,100 outside and other fires. These fires caused five deaths and 46 injuries to civilians and $105 million in property damage.

• More than one-quarter (28 percent) of fireworks fires from 2014-18 occurred on the Fourth of July. Approximately half (49 percent) of all fires reported on the Fourth of July are caused by fireworks.

• In 2020, an estimated 15,600 people were seen for fireworks-related injuries at hospital emergency departments, according to data collected by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This was the highest estimate seen in more than 15 years.

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GARDENING

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DISEASE CUES Wilting that doesn’t resolve overnight can point to a larger problem.

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Inspect your garden Learning to recognize problems early can keep plants healthy

By KATE RUSSELL

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ou may be busy watering and weeding your garden, but that makes it the perfect time to take a closer look at what is happening to the plants under your care. Wilting, ragged leaves, unproductive flowers, and mummies are just a few of the clues that may indicate a problem in your garden.

Afternoon wilting is common in summer, especially among largeleafed squash plants, but any

wilting that doesn’t resolve overnight can mean there’s a problem.

Closer inspection may show that borers have taken up residence in the stems, irrigation water is being diverted away from the plant, or a disease has taken over. Fungal diseases, such as fusarium wilt, onion white rot, and verticillium wilt block the flow of water and nutrients through vascular tissue, causing plants to wilt. Other fungi can cause girdling that leads to wilting and plant death. Nematodes may

also feed on roots, causing wilting.

Learning to recognize the specific symptoms and treatments for these conditions can help you keep your plants healthy.

Ragged leaf edges and middles can mean many different things. It may be that local goldfinch populations have discovered your sunflowers or sparrows are devouring your chard. It can also mean sowbug populations have gone out of control. Flea beetles, cabbage loopers, stink bugs, and Fuller rose beetles are just a few of the pests whose feeding is a sign of a problem.

Many garden crops start out as flowers. When those flowers fail to produce it means something is wrong. It may mean high temperatures have damaged the pollen, but it can also mean pesticides and insecticides have killed off local pollinators. It may also be fungal disease. Closer inspection will give you the information you need.

While you are out inspecting your garden, be sure to take a closer look at fruit for signs of moth larvae and check the nooks and crannies of bark and branch crotches for signs of pest eggs, plum bud gall mites, and other insect invaders.

And be sure to check for aphids.

Catching problems early on makes correcting them a lot easier. Inspecting your garden regularly also gives you clues about what is thriving and what needs a little extra care. A notebook can be a very handy tool for these inspections. You can create your own with a loose-leaf notebook, use a tablet, buy one online, or get a lovely handmade gardening diary.

Whichever type you select, these notebooks are organized by month.

Taking notes on what is sprouting, blooming, fruiting, fading or having problems each month will, over time, show you trends in your garden that occur each year. You can also note insect migrations, rainfall amounts and other helpful information. This will help you be better prepared for what’s to come, making your work in the garden easier and more productive.

Kate Russell is a UCCE Master Gardener.

Community Health Trust of Pajaro Valley Wishes you a fun, safe, and healthy 4th of July!

CHT supports Health, Wellness, and Full Quality of life for all.

Take advantage of the many health promoting services and programs we have available and this summer attend one of our upcoming events: EL MERCADO: Tuesdays through October 26, 2 – 7 PM at Ramsay Park RALLY IN THE PAJARO VALLEY: Softball Tournament Fundraiser

Saturday, August 21 – Sunday, August 22 at Watsonville High School Friday, October 1 at La Plaza, Downtown Watsonville

Thank you to all our community partners and donors!

We couldn’t do this without you!

To participate or learn more call 831-726-4257 or visit pvhealthtrust.org

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MUSIC Music in the Plaza concert schedule July 8 — B-Town July 22 — Rumba Cafe con Dinamita Aug. 26 — Selena tribute Sept. 9 — Monterey Bay Sound Machine Sept. 17 — Los Cenzontles Sept. 23 — The Chicano All Stars Oct. 29 — Día de los Muertos performance and film screening

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PLAZA ART Four colorful wood cutouts by Watsonville artist Priscilla Martinez are shown at the Watsonville Plaza

in 2019. A Día de los Muertos performance will be part of the Music in the Plaza series.

Music in the Plaza returns Series begins July 8

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n July 8, Music in the Plaza, an outdoor concert series that began in 2019, will return to downtown Watsonville after a year of canceled shows.

Presented by the City of Watsonville in partnership with the Watsonville Film Festival (WFF) and iHeart Media, the concerts are part of the city’s Welcome Back Watsonville Summer Event Series. They will feature a list of returning and new acts, including the Chicano All Stars, and a tribute to the popular Mexican-American recording artist Selena.

Nick Calubaquib, Parks and Community Services director for the city, said that the series is “an opportunity to celebrate together, all summer long.”

“After the year-and-a-half that we have had, we need more reasons to come together, dust off those dancing shoes and just have fun outdoors,” he said.

The series returns just in time

to celebrate Parks and Recreation Month, which is held every year in July. Shows will run through the end of summer and into fall, with two additional dates on Sept. 17 and Oct. 29, which are events organized with help from the WFF. The Oct. 29 event will feature a special performance and film screening in celebration of Día de los Muertos.

Calubaquib said they are urging attendees of the concerts to also shop and purchase food at local establishments while they are downtown.

“Our downtown restaurants and businesses have also had a hard time this past year, so we are hoping the series will encourage people to eat and shop downtown,” he said.

Concerts will be held every Thursday from 6-8pm. For information, call Parks and Community Services at 768-3240 or visit bit.ly/3hl63ge.

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THE MIXING BOWL

Pressed, Steamed and Fried Chicken

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WOR SHU GAI Very tasty Chinese fried chicken that uses just about every cooking technique in the book.

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es, this recipe is a lot of work. It takes two days but is well worth it. Crispy fried chicken squares covered with a sweet and sour sauce is why many of us go out for Chinese food now and again. Thanks to Madame Wu’s “Art of Chinese Cooking” and Gloria Bley Miller’s “Thousand Recipe Chinese Cookbook,” I believe I managed to come up with a doable recipe for pressed chicken that you can make yourself.

This recipe involves boiling, steaming and deep fat frying as well as crushing, pressing, boning and the usual chopping and stirring. You will need a collapsible metal vegetable steamer and a 12-inch diameter pot with a tight lid; cast iron

Dutch ovens work well. Steaming the chicken helps it keep its shape but it can be covered, boiled and simmered in water too.

Wor shu gai – pressed chicken 1 4-5 pound chicken 1/2 cup soy sauce 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon sugar 2 stalks celery cut into 4 strips 3 green onions 2 cups cornstarch 2 cups high heat oil for deep-frying like peanut or avocado oil

Sweet and Sour sauce: 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup vinegar 1 tablespoon ketchup few drops hot sauce 2 teaspoons soy sauce

1/4 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon cornstarch 2 tablespoons water Serve with: 1/2 head sliced lettuce 1/4 cup slivered almonds Wash and wipe the chicken inside and out with paper towels or a cloth.

Combine soy sauce, salt and sugar and rub over the skin. Pour remaining mixture into the chicken’s cavity and swish it around to coat the interior. Throw out what is left.

Unscrew and set aside the metal stem of the metal vegetable steamer. Place the steamer in the bottom of a large pot that can hold the steamer and the chicken. Add 2 inches of water. Place the chicken on the steamer and drape the celery strips and green onions over it. Cover and bring to boil. Reduce heat and steam it for 2-3 hours or until tender. Add more water if

necessary and don’t allow the pan to go dry. When chicken is done it will be plump and firm; set aside to cool. Save the liquid for stock.

When the chicken is cool enough to handle, put it on a large flat plate or cutting board breast side down.

With a sharp knife or kitchen scissors, cut into the bones on one side of the back bone. Snip off the tips of the wings. Carefully pull the bones off the meat trying to keep the skin and meat intact. After removing bones from the back and breast, carefully pull out the wing, leg and thigh bones. The chicken should now be boneless.

Add about 1 cup of cornstarch to the bottom and sides of an 8-inch round pan. Press the chicken into the pan with your hands flattening it to about 1-inch thickness. Sprinkle the top with cornstarch too and make sure the entire bird is coated in cornstarch.

Add about 1 1/2 inches of water to the same pot and use the same vegetable steamer. Put the round pan with the chicken onto the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Turn down water to a low boil and steam the chicken for 30 minutes. Let cool, then cut in quarters. Refrigerate overnight.

Toast and slivered almonds in the oven for 6-8 minutes at 320 degrees until golden brown. Blend cornstarch and cold water to make a paste. Make the sauce in a small saucepan by combining sugar, vinegar, ketchup, hot sauce and soy sauce and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring. Then stir in cornstarch and cold water paste to thicken. Set aside and keep warm. Shred lettuce and arrange on a serving platter.

Prepare for deep fat frying. First put a strainer over a bowl for the chicken as it comes out of the oil and then a pan covered with paper towels for the final draining. Once you start frying, do not leave the stove. Heat oil over high heat. When oil is hot, add one quarter at a time, and deepfry until golden. Drain on paper toweling. Let cool slightly then cut quarters into roughly 1-inch squares.

Place over the shredded lettuce. Pour sauce over and garnish with toasted almonds. Serves 4-6 people.

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REFLECTION A flowering water

lily thrives in the Duck Pond in San Lorenzo Park in Santa Cruz.

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heron lands on the sands of Twin Lakes Beach.

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SCAVENGING A great blue

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FOOTHILLS The Santa Cruz Mountains are aglow with evening sunlight along the Pajaro Valley.

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PARADING AROUND This group represented Fairview Orchards of Watsonville while riding in a 1932 Ford Phaeton soft top convertible at the 2019 World’s Shortest Parade in Aptos.

Countywide celebrations Fourth of July events on tap

World’s Shortest Parade Aptos’ annual Fourth of July Parade returns this year. Known as the World’s Shortest Parade, the parade features floats, music and more along Soquel Drive and onto Trout Gulch Drive. The event, a crowd favorite for decades, is sponsored by Santa Cruz County Bank, who is offering a special event shirt available at its Aptos branch, 7775 Soquel Drive. Parade begins at 10am. For information, contact the Aptos Chamber of Commerce at 688-1467.

Santa Cruz Firecracker 5k The annual Santa Cruz Firecracker 5k, organized by the Santa Cruz Sunrise Rotary, returns this year to a live setting. Participants can choose between being part of a group start at 8am or a socially-distanced start any time between 11am. Race begins at Harvey West Park, 326 Evergreen St., Santa Cruz. Finish line open until noon. For information and to register, visit bit.ly/3h77YpZ.

Scotts Valley Parade & Flyover The City of Scotts Valley’s annual Fourth of July parade is back and will be held on Scotts Valley Drive from 3-4:30pm. Parade begins at the intersection of Scotts Valley Drive and Carbonero Way. A flyover will also be held around the same time. For information, call the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce at 438-1010.

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