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Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre in Concert

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Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre will present its annual In Concert spring repertoire performances at the Cabrillo Crocker Theater on Saturday, April 8. Performance times are 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.

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Cabrillo Stage Announces 2017 Summer Festival Season ow in its 36th year of producing Broadway style musicals, Cabrillo Stage presents two great shows for their 2017 Summer Festival Season. One is a Disney musical of a classic old fairy tale,

for all things macabre. While most of us remember the old TV series

family that has been captivating audiences for over 75 years. Prepare to be enchanted

by Cabrillo Stage’s production of Beauty And The Beast and highly entertained by the hilarious antics of The Addams Family.

The Addams Family, playing June 22 through July 9, takes the lead with characters created in the 1940’s by Charles Addams in his single panel cartoons depicting an

adaptations, the musical is based on the original cartoon characters.

Come enjoy the music and laughter as Cabrillo Stage brings this weird and wonat cabrillostage.com. Phone and direct its spell. With its age-old tale of love and redemption, and a lush musical score, it became an international sensation that has played to over 35 million people throughout the world. Adapted from Walt Disney Pictures’ academy award-winning fairy tale by Jeanne-Marie Le prince de Beaumont, it’s a love story that tranreminding us to look past the exterior of a person and see into their heart. Beauty And The Beast runs July 20th through August 13th.

On line ticket sales begin April 1st

Cover Story “Business Summit� from page 1 “We’re building on the success of last year’s Micro Business Summit with even more exciting speakers and topics,� said Barbara Mason, economic development coordinator for the County of Santa Cruz. “Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy. We want to support these entrepreneurs, because their success lifts our entire community.�

Tickets for the “82% Micro Business Summit� are on sale now. F o r $49, participants will be able to choose from a range of dynamic speakers and breakout seminars, receive a complimentary breakfast and luncheon and have access to an afternoon mixer as well as fan500 participants.

Registration is available at www. microbusinesssummit.com. Follow the event on Facebook at www.facebook. com/82percent. “The 82% Micro Business Summit was a great experience, and we left with ideas that we implemented, and contacts that have become sales,� said Doug Conrad, owner of Boulder In Santa Cruz County, 82 percent of businesses are clasnine or fewer people. With the rise of the “gig economy� and the rapid growth of self-employed individuals, these microbusinesses are likely to become even more important to the overall health of the local, state and national economies.

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hours are 12 to 6 p.m., Thursday through Saturday, 831-479-6154. Tickets may be purchased individually or you may purchase season tickets and see both shows at a discounted price. All performances are held at the Cabrillo Crocker Theater on the Cabrillo College Campus.

On behalf of Cabrillo Stage, Artistic Director Jon Nordgren wishes to thank the donors for their generous, ongoing support. “Thanks to your volunteerism, donations and most importantly, your years of purchasing tickets, we can continue to produce Broadway caliber musical theatre right here in Santa Cruz County!�

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The Santa Cruz County Department of Public Works Green Business Program is sponsoring the luncheon, while Santa Cruz County Workforce Development Board is sponsoring the reception and mixer.

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representative, Mark S. Ghilarducci, director of the Governor’s Office of The disaster declaration makes SBA assistance available in Santa Cruz County.

“Low-interest federal disaster loans are available to businesses of all sizes, most private nonprofit organizations, homeowners and renters whose property was damaged or destroyed by this disaster,” said SBA’s acting Regional Administrator Robert Blaney. “Beginning Wednesday, March 22, 2017, SBA representatives will be on hand at the following Disaster Loan Outreach Centers to answer

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there is no cost to apply.

Santa Cruz County Disaster Loan Outreach Center Santa Cruz County Governmental Center 701 Ocean St. CA 95060 Opens 9 a.m. Wednesday, March 22 Mondays - Fridays, 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Closed Friday, March 31 for Cesar Chavez Day. The filing deadline to return applications for property damage is May 19, 2017. The deadline to return economic injury applications is Dec. 20, 2017. Applicants may apply online using SBA’s secure website at https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela.

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Santa Cruz al Salvador

By Edita McQuary hrist Lutheran Church in Aptos has been a member of the 20+-year-old

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Smith, traveled from Astoria, Oregon to accompany the delegation.

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year CLC has sent representatives in the annual delegation visiting the rural com-

a while, the mission of Santa Cruz al Salvador has been to convert the Salvadoran people but to be in friendship and community with the very poorest people in the campos. They follow Jesus’ words, “‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” Matthew 25:40.

For more than 20 years, SCaS has had a program of supporting “prayer” children with education expenses from elementary school through college. They have pro-

motto is “Building relationships for better lives.”

Roman Catholic country, since the end of the civil war and the signing of the peace accords on January 16, 1992 there has been One of these organizations is Santa Cruz al Salvador which consists of St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church, Trinity Presbyterian Church (both in Santa Cruz); St. Andrew Presbyterian Church and Christ Lutheran Church (both in Aptos); Lutheran Community Church (Watsonville); Advent Church of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (Salinas).

On Sunday, March 19, 2017 Christ Lutheran Church held a Salvadoran pupusa dinner along with a video presentation and talk about the January 2017 SCaS delegacouncilmember Karen Covello of Santa vador to visit the people in the campos of

They now promote clean water in the campos by helping locals construct wells and install composting toilets.

On the way they went to the capital, San Salvador, visiting historical sites and community leaders. Damian Alegria of the Liberation Front the party in power since June 1, 2014) spoke about improvements that the government has made and what still needs to be done.

The government now pays for school tuition as well as medical care. Therefore, SCaS has been able to turn their attention to helping in other areas building one well

Leaders of the delegation were Lucas Grams from Watsonville and Pastor Karla

Kent Madsen, Dr. George Bunch, Lisa Johnson, Jennifer Yeaney, Cheri Thompson, Santa Cruz; Marian Langdon and Stephanie Maack, Aptos. Lucas’ mother, Carolyn

de Dios. Because of these improvements both communities are now eligible for the government to extend electricity to their communities. “al Salvador” page 8

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Rotary SC Area Speech Contest Winners O n Thursday March 16 the Capitola Aptos Rotary hosted the Rotary Santa Cruz area annual speech contest at the Seascape Golf Course. Winner of a very close contest was Grant Meyers, a senior at Delta Charter School with his

went to Jenna Solomon from San Lorenzo

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For small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in nomic Injury Disaster Loans to help meet working capital needs caused by the disaster. any property damage.

Disaster loans up to $200,000 are available to homeowners to repair or replace

Judges for the contest were Supervisor Zach Friend, Michael Watkins, Superintendent of the Santa Cruz Office School District, and Georg Romero, Library Director at Cabrillo College.

Grant won the first prize of $200 and will move on to the regional contest in Gilroy April 18.

All who attended were very impressed with all the speakers. Dr. Art Dover of the Capitola Aptos Rotary also donated the new bench at the Polo Grounds.

owners and renters are eligible for up to $40,000 to repair or replace damaged or destroyed personal property.

Interest rates can be as low as 1.875 percent for homeowners and renters with terms up to 30 years, 2.5 percent for

Another goal is for SCaS is to build a compost toilet for every home in the community.

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She continued by saying that even though the war ended in 1992, many people still have fresh memories of what their families and

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in America) delegation several times during the war. She said, “After the revolution, the campesinos were triple indebted. Although they were allowed to buy land, they had to borrow to pay for it, to buy the grain and for the tools to work the land. It is amazing to see the improvement in the lives of these peoples, in part because of what organizations such as Santa Cruz al Salvador have done.�

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Community Briefs Earth Day Santa Cruz April 22 arth Day Santa Cruz is an annual event in San Lorenzo Park to raise environmental awareness, address concerns, showcase solutions, and present balanced modes of living for the wellbeing of each individual, the community and the planet. This is an exciting community event for the whole kids, live music, and lots of eco-friendly displays and information.

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Cruz Public Works Department and Roaring Camp Railroads has contracted Inc. to upgrade the railroad crossing on Fern Street in Santa Cruz. Construction is planned to begin on Monday, March 27, and continue through Friday, March 31.

Fern Street will be closed to through

weather conditions and some really tight 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Toyota dealership in Capitola.

The four-hour refresher class will Cruz County, transporting about 5.5 also provides Paratransit service to Santa Cruz County with its ParaCruz service, providing about 98,000 trips per year. million.

class is full.

To register or get more information call Fred at 831-247-3097.

AARP Smart Driver Classes Now Project work includes removing the track, ballast and ties, and installation of concrete crossing panels and new asphalt.

Construction may be completed earlier than March 31 or postponed neering Construction has a strong track record regarding railroad projects and will be taking great care to create a safer and smoother Fern Street crossing.

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Health & Wellness Day April 8

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There is something for every personality on your shopping list, including you.

years to seniors who complete this class.

The regular 8-hour class is being Middle School Performing Arts Center, 250 Washburn Ave. in Capitola.

Capitola Begonia Festival Memories and Photos Needed! he Capitola Begonia Festival, in its 65th

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and photos from past participants of the Begonia Festival.

If you have participated as a committee member, volbuilder, a donor, or in some other way, and have memories and/or photos you’d like to share please submit your information by selecting our website begoniafestival.com, then selecting follow the instructions for downloading the form.

You may also contact us via e-mail at begoniafestival@gmail.com or by calling Gail 831-295-1622. Submissions are due no later than May 1, 2017 and may be used in an upcoming event to honor the Capitola Begonia Festival and all participants past and present.

Saturday, April 8 where Cabrillo Lions will be conducting free vision screenings, hearing screenings, blood pressure, stroke

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We still have a few spaces open for volunteers to get involved. Please contact 831-331-0432 (no texts at this number) to learn more or to sign up.

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Soquel Village Sip & Stroll April 22, 12 – 5:30 p.m.

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Stroll is a walking wine tasting through

hosted by local businesses, celebrating our

throughout the day. Relax and enjoy lunch at one of the many restaurants in the neighborhood and along the tasting route. This is a family friendly event. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Porter Memorial

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are limited to this popular What’s included: Commemorative glass, wristband, and map of event route with pours at each tasting station.

Check-in stations will close at 4 p.m. for ALL attendees wine tasting. Ticket booths will accept cash and all major credit cards. At check-in you will receive a wristband, wine glass and map to tasting stations.

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support homeless kids in the Silicon Valley.

She is a successful entrepreneur having California and serves as the philanthropy

California, is the founder of Chopsticks Alley which is an international foodie group promoting restaurants and hosting events for members while raising funds to

California Intercollegiate Pageant.

When asked why she wanted to author a book about the Vietnamese expe-

rience, Trami responded, “I wanted to about Vietnam from its culture to its food.

I want to share stories about the people of Vietnam that have nothing to do with the Vietnam War.” You can learn more about Trami by visiting her website www.vietnamesazy.com or reading a interview by Wallace Baine, Santa Cruz Sentinel www.mercurynews. com/2016/06/30/a-treasured-heritagereclaimed/ The Meet the Author programs are where local authors discuss their works, autograph copies of their books. The programs are free and open to the public. They are scheduled for the second Wednesday of January, February, March and April at

into the Bagelry parking lot and drive through to the left.

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For more information, call the library at 475-3326 during library hours: MondayFriday 12-4 and Saturday 10 a.m.- 2 p.m., or visit the library website at: www.porterml.org

Local History

Farewell to Video USA

By Kevin Newhouse

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ne of my favorite things to do was

after more than 30 years in business, Video

what I wanted to rent. I loved walking up and down the aisles, scanning the endless rows of movies, and waiting to see which one would catch my attention.

I loved having conversations with other customers and exchanging recommenda-

Aptos without a place to rent movies. I had tomer to rent a movie. I didn’t rent a new release. I didn’t take any recommendations.

Instead, I decided to rent my favorite movie of all time, The Shining.

on my own, there was always a friendly and

renting movies, they will remain open for the next couple of weeks in order to

advice about what to watch and what to stay away from. You can’t get that type of experience from an online streaming service or a DVD vending machine.

That is why I was so sad to hear that

they will not be open past April 15.

opportunity to stock up on your favorite movies at a fraction of the price it would cost to purchase them new. This will also give you an opportunity to stop in and say goodbye to the wonderful

and it has always been located in the Rancho Del Mar shopping center.

It opened in its current location where it was for several years, then it was moved to another, smaller space in the center but eventually moved back to its original spot. There was also a second location in the Seascape Village Shopping Center that has been closed for years.

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this place running for so many years.

retire has nothing to do with the new ownership of Rancho Del Mar, it is simply the right time to retire.

business is not

store closing just over a month ago. Since then, I have gotten to know him fairly well

and it is very clear how much he cares for

party for both current and past employees as a way of formally announcing the store’s closure. As the only non-employee invited beautiful.

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Community News

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Local Sports

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Baseball Season Record (7-3-1, SCCAL 2-2) Coach: Jason Biancardi Aptos 7 – Scotts Valley 1 Aptos vs St. Francis ( SLV 7 – Aptos 4 Aptos 18 – Harbor 11 (Mar 17, A*)

Season Record (7-0) Coach: Jamie Townsend )

Softball Season Record (1-7, SCCAL 1-1) Coach: Phil Rojas Aptos 8 – Santa Cruz 6 SLV 7 – Aptos 4 (Mar 23, A*) Aptos vs Scotts Valley (

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Boys Volleyball Season Record (5-2, SCCAL 4-2) Coach: Jacob Landel Aptos def Harbor (3-0) (25-18, 25-15, 25-23*) Aptos Stats: Kacey Losik 16 kills, 13 assists, ace; Jayson Guy 10 kills, 4 aces; Jordan Notari 5 kills, 6 digs, 2 aces; Michael Spinelli 18 assists Aptos def SLV (25-13, 25-15, 25-14) (Mar 22, Away*) Aptos Stats: Kacey Losik 9 kills, 12

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(Mar 7, Pasatiempo GC*) Aptos Stats: Max Meltzer, Adam MacDonald and Johnny Staka, tied for Medalist.

Aptos def San Lorenzo Valley (195-251) (Mar 23, Seascape GC*) Aptos Stats: Adam McDonald (Medalist) 37; Max Meltzer, Cole De-Francesco Johnny Staka 39 Aptos def Harbor (203-296) (Mar 21, Seascape GC*) Aptos Stats: Noah Clarke (Medalist) 37; Max Meltzer 38; Cole DeFrancesco 40 Aptos Season Record (7-1) Coach: Rich Taylor Santa Cruz def Aptos (4-3) Aptos def SLV (6-1) (Mar, 23 A*)

Aptos Stats: Kacey Losik 11 kills; Jayson Guy 8 kills; Michael Spinelli 16 assists

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amp has been an American tradition for more than 160 years.

Some things at camp — forming friendships, having fun, practicing new skills, and summer learning gains — will never change. But what are the camp trends today?

Who goes to camp? ore than 14,000 day and resident

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resident (overnight) and 5,600 day camps. children and adults take advantage of the camp experience. Today we see a wide range of ages participating in the camp experience: from children as young as three participating in day camp programs to senior adults, participating in family camps and senior camps.

What types of camps are most popular? raditional camps are still very popular — maybe more popular today than

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even a decade ago, as young people are interested in learning about nature and the environment, crafts, physical skills, mentorship, and getting along with one another. The camp community embraces those values.

There has also been a rise in the popularity of specialty camps, day camps, and family camps, as camps constantly adapt to meet changing needs of families. Many young people like to use the camp experience to sharpen a

camp experiences, as well as any number of specialty programs. This exciting camp community is meeting the needs of today’s families.

What activities are popular? he most popular activities at camps today are swimming, arts/crafts, hiking/climbing,

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activities. In addition, ACA research shows 52 percent of day camps and 50 percent of resident camps offered one or more academic/science and technology programs. More than four in five ACA-accredited residential camps offer at least one environmental education program for campers.

Whatever the activity, camp gets kids campers are typically active three to five hours per day. This is much more that the minimum recommended daily amount of physical

activity from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) of just one hour per day.

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here is a camp for every child, every

American Camp Association’s Find a Camp camp experience — whether it’s a traditional, day, specialty, family, or even trip or travel camp. Visit campparents.org to start your search, and be sure to check out the expert advice, packing tips, and more.

The American Camp Association® (ACA) works to preserve, promote, and enhance the camp experience for children and adults. ACA-Accredited® camp programs ensure that children are pro-

vided with a diversity of educational and developmentally challenging learning opportunities.

There are approximately 2,400 ACAaccredited camps. Of those 86% use a Web site and 80% use social networking sites for marketing purposes however 74% of camps do not allow campers to use personal electronic devices at any time and 84% of camps use handwritten correspondence (letters/postcards) as a means of communication between campers and parents.

For more information, visit www.Camp .

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Catalyst Soccer: Player Development Programs Two Great Programs for All Ages and Abilities!

Phone: 831-423-3556 or 408-846-KIDS(5437) e-mail: catalystsoccerleague@gmail.com web: www.catalystsoccer.com Catalyst Soccer decade. Since its founding in 1999, thousands of youth players of every level receive passionate coaching and an emphasis on skill development and enjoyment of the game. Individual Ball Skill — Moves, turns, shielding the ball, 1v1’s and many dribbling exercises are designed to Problem Solving — Short-Sided — Games with smaller numbers (5v5 or 3v3) allow players to simulate real game situations while maximizing their touches on the ball.

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Kids Camps

CAMP CAPITOLA Camp Capitola is a fun summer day camp for kids ages 6-11, at Jade Street Park.

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oday, there are camps to meet every interest, price range, and schedule.

Knowing your options, as well as your child’s personality, will help you identify programs from which your child Resident Camp — variety of programs for children starting at age seven. Resident camp options include coed, single sex and specialty camps that focus on a particular program. Resident dations such as cabins, tents, and tepees.

Day Camp — Similar to resident camps except campers are somewhat younger, starting at four-year-olds, and everyone returns home at the end of the day.

Specialty Camps and Programs — Campers can embark on adventures as varied as learning how to ride a horse, water ski, or dance. If your child has a special interest, there likely is a camp that specializes in it.

Special Needs Campers — A physical, medical, or mental disability is not a

Activites include: sports, arts & crafts, games, beach days, drama productions, carnivals, clubs, theme weeks and much more!

We offer 2-week or 3-week sessions with half-day or all-day care (9am - 4:30pm) with the option of AM & PM extended care hours.

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Art, tennis, language, dance, sailing & more! there’s a session length for every child, budget, and schedule.

Cost — Camp remains a very

For more information, visit our website: www.cityofcapitola.org/recreation 475.5935 | 4400 Jade Street, Capitola

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year more than a million special needs camps specialize in serving certain groups while other camps integrate special-needs campers into the total camp population.

Session Lengths Vary — Children may stay at camp for a few days, a few weeks or the entire summer. At camp,

needs. The average resident camp fee is $85 a day, while the average day camp fee is $43 per day. Many camps and other organineed.

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Camp Capitola Kids Summer Camp 4400 Jade Street, Capitola, CA 95010 Phone: 831-475-5935 Fax: 831-475-6279 e-mail: capitolarecreation@ci.capitola.ca.us web: www.cityofcapitola.org/recreation Camp Director: Elise Legare Facebook: www.facebook.com/capitola.recreation Camp Capitola, for kids ages 6-11, is a fun summer day camp held at Jade Street or 3-week sessions with either half-day or all-day care (9 am -4:30 pm) and the option of AM or PM extended care.

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parties and gatherings but this was not one of those events. It was like a family

Lily’s story sounds like one of the romantic movies from the store. For 11

An employee for the past 3 years Stephanie Kashino, has studied culinary arts and baking at Cabrillo College. She would love to work in an established bakery either in Santa Cruz or somewhere

also be an option for her.

Benjamin Sanchez has been an employee for just over a year and a half.

as a sales associate, and then as the store manager. She met her future husband on started commenting on them. They talked to each other on the site, started tweeting each other, then emailing, and eventually

of an aircraft carrier in aircraft recovery, which could be an 18-21 hour per day job.

The thing they all will miss most about

about how special it has been to see gento “test the waters” before they decided to

nently to be with her husband.

I was able to interview most of the current employees over the past few weeks and was impressed by how professional, courteous, and talented these people are.

Manager of the store for the past 10

Corpses, who I have seen several times, and deserve to be recognized as one of the best bands to have come out of Santa Cruz. past 5 years, graduated this past June from the Police Academy (the real academy… not the hilarious 1980’s comedy movie series). A career in law enforcement could be in Scott’s future.

all grown up, driving around and some are even taller than me.”

Stephanie grew up in Aptos and was before becoming an employee. She agrees the customers and hopes to continue to see those familiar faces around town. about the employees, but I would be remiss if I didn’t mention how much the

cares for each of his employees and has helped shape them into the wonderful, hardworking, individuals they are today.

Many have mentioned how they plan on staying in contact with him and want to be part of his life even after the store closes.

also miss the personal attention you get with this local, small business. Thank you for being part of Aptos for so many years.

You will be missed.

For more information about the Aptos becoming a member of the museum, please visit www.aptoshistory.org and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @aptos_history_museum.

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Community News Saturday, April 8 at Cabrillo Crocker Theater

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anta Cruz Ballet Theatre will present its annual In Concert spring repertoire performances at the Cabrillo Crocker Theater on Saturday, April 8. Performance times are 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. These performances feature an eclectic array of dance idioms, from the classical with music by León Minkus, the very contemporary “us/them” by guest chorescore by Max Rico.

SCBT welcomes the return of Seattle

Year” is a joyous romp with beautiful costumes created and constructed by Suellen Baum.

The highlight of Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre in Concert promises to be a new collaborative creation with choreography by award-winner Robert Kelley to a commissioned score by Juilliard faculty member and former SCBT composer Jerome Begin. Titled “Turbulent Passages,” this world premier will feature a Music Director Pamela Martin.

The musicians are Anthony Crawford, Judy Kmetko, Jill Van Gee and Janet Witharm. This partnership

and Maestro Martin marks SCBT’s dedication to collaborating with other artists and presenting live music whenever possible.

Rounding out the performance will be the romantic Peasant Pas de Deux from by the Junior and Petite Companies. Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre is proud to have trained many professional dancers. Come see tomorrow’s stars take the stage in this

of Commerce Arts Organization of the Year in 2010 and Robert Kelley was named Artist of the Year in 2010. SCBT is a professional training program and has prepared many graduates for

14th Annual

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cabrillovapa.com and are $25.50 and $29.50 for Adults, $16.50 and $19.50 Seniors/Youth. Come hear the Artistic Directors speak about the performance 30 minutes prior to curtain, a free event

between March 27th and April 20th A map listing all of the addresses of the garage sale participants will be available April 21st to the public at City Hall (420 Capitola Ave.) and online at www.cityofcapitola.org

are Thursday-Saturday 12 noon to 4 pm.

(831) 479-6154.

Founded in 1978, SCBT established its of Regional Dance America. Executive Artistic Directors Robert Kelley and Diane Cypher were acknowledged with a Gail Rich Award in 2009. SCBT was awarded the Aptos Chamber

in esteemed colleges and universities. The organization’s annual production of “The Nutcracker” is performed at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium with a live 51-piece orchestra,

Get your map and go find that one-of-a-kind treasure.

City of Capitola

475-7300

420 Capitola Ave.

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Business Profile

PACIFIC COAST CHARTER SCHOOL

By Edita McQuary

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ho knew that among the myriad of schools in Santa Cruz County there is an alternative to the regular public schools? WASC-accredited of both worlds – a “blended” or “hybrid” K-12 school option for parents and stuexperience. It is one of eight alternative or School District.

Charter School has a Memorandum of to operate as a dependent charter school.

Parents have the option of enrolling their children tuition-free in a home schooling, independent study, on-line learning educational environment with added enrichment classes and socialization activities. Since Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

There are many reasons why parents seek an alternative choice to regular daily classes. Some students are into competitive sports – one student is a BMX racer, last year there was a soccer player from Mexico – some have been musicians, dancers, or actors who travel during the school year There are students who have progressed beyond the usual student workload and are dual- enrolled in Cabrillo College Cabrillo College courses are tuition-free. are also available at PCCS as a four year college alternative after graduation.

Kim Sweeney has been Principal at PCCS for almost two years. She was the School Improvement Coordinator for

8:40-10:10 p.m. There is an array of general and elective classes to choose from such as for 14 years. Before that Kim ran a business in Scotts Valley called “KidzAcademy” and has supervised student teachers for Psychology.

“Meeting kids and parents from all walks of life is a joy,” says Kim. “We are always looking for new ways to motivate and teach our students, helping them to become self-directed, lifelong learners.” The school currently has about 250 students and has a waiting list at some grade School is able to enroll students throughout Santa Cruz County.

Besides standards-based curriculum and on-line learning, PCCS has a program for dyslexic readers to help them to learn to read, and encourages the use of supplemental resources accommodate its students. two days afternoons per week and consist of core classes such as reading, writing, math, computers, art and tutorials led by credentialed teachers and guest artists.

These classes also promote socialization and friendships among its students. much like a college format, coming in 2-3

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wheels in a room near the library.

Supervising teachers meet with students at least once a month to review and assess their work to be certain they are on track.

PCCS has two separate libraries, one for the K-5 students and a second, larger a large selection of books (for students), and various media.

Chrome books are available for students to use on-site.

All students have log-ins to use Google Drive and can share work with their teachers and peers. There is also a parent meeting room and a cafe located within the building, a bonus for parents waiting to pick up kids.

Parent Alyson Greatorex said, “During we considered ourselves to be homeschoolers because, after all, I taught them most of their lessons at home and it was a fulltime job, to raise young kids and teach them. But as the years went on, I didn’t feel right saying that we ‘homeschooled.’ PCCS became such a big part of our lives and helped us so much that I couldn’t take all the credit for their education.”

Alyson continued, “The boys attended

workshops at PCCS two days a week and a month. After school, the kids would play for hours with their friends out on a big lawn in front of the school building. We made connections with great friends and families. Sometimes parents organized run music class. I also wanted to express a great niche in the community and it is a great model of a blended school.”

Former student Anabel Diaz said, that I use every day: to be an independent the sources I trust. They taught me to be a lifelong student, with an open, but critical mind.” blend of home, community and campusbased learning that gives K-12 students the opportunity to realize their potential through personalized educational plans which complement their diverse learning styles. PCCS promotes strong family and community relationships, academic respect, responsibility, and self-directed learning.

95076, telephone 831.786.2180. www.pccs. pvusd.net.

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he Santa Cruz Bonsai Kai is a local club devoted to promoting and teaching bonsai as an art form. The beautifully exhibited trees may be seen from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days and are the product of many years of horticultural development and artistic creativity.

A bonsai is actually a living sculpture and an art form that dates back at least 3000 years.

The highlight of the show will be at 2 p.m. each day, when Bonsai Masters,

Jalkut, Owner of Tuklaj Productions, will create a DVD of this year ’s show and will have DVD of previous shows for sale. Door prizes, as well as, free tea and cookies are also offered at the show.

the Museum is $5.00 per person; well worth the investment.

Regular meetings of the Santa Cruz Bonsai Kai are held at 9 a.m. on the third Saturday of each month

17th Avenue, Santa Cruz. Visitors are always welcome.

Sensei Katsumi Kinoshita on Sunday April 9 will demonstrate the techcommon nursery stock.

The newly created bonsai tree will then be offered in a raffle drawing along with other trees and items donated by club members. These trees have been cared for, designed, wired, and potted in bonsai pots so individuals winning the tree/s can begin enjoying this art form immediately.

Other activities: Watsonville Taiko performance, Saturday 11 a.m. and Carolyn Fitz, calligraphy and ink painting artist, will demonstrate Sumi-e Japanese Ink Painting on Saturday only at 12:30p.m. Santa Cruz Todo Kai martial arts performance, Sunday 11 a.m. Origami crane demonstrations on both days at 1 p.m.

Additionally, there will be sales of bonsai and pre-bonsai trees. Sales area will have new trees each day. Alan

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seeking customers to volunteer their time to participate in the water rate-setting process for 2019. We have two public openings on our newly formed Water Rates Advisory Committee, which is two members of our Board and two cuscommittee will meet periodically between now and December 2018 to provide input on the following:

mains, the number of individual service connections

current water rates have to increase to cover Our objective is to reevaluate our rate enough revenue to continue to provide

reading, billing, and more. These costs remain the same regardless of how much water is used.

Our existing rate structure, however, charges customers based primarily on how much water is used. This means when our customers conserve,

the needs of our customers and adhering to California laws on public water rates.

Rates Advisory Committee Application by March 31, 2017, and send to: Soquel Creek 1550 Capitola, CA 95010 Or email application to leslies@soquelcreekwater.org. For questions call (831) 475-8501 ext. 132.

“Briefs” from page 9 Santa Cruz provides an outlet for local artists to display their work 7 days a week. One of a kind handmade items of Cruz County Artists.

Participating artists are always in the store so there is always someone to

increase your skills with technology, social media digital devices. Drop in for a free opportunity to get the help you need.

Saturday, April 15 from 10 a.m. – 2 Drive, Aptos Saturday, May 6 & 20 from 11 a.m. –

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Senior Tech Days rustrated by technology? Bring your laptop, phone, or any other tech gadgets. Youth volunteers will help you

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Circle Rm. (formerly known as Senior Circle Rm) For more information call 831-722-6708 or ys@scvolunteercenter.org

The students revealed immense talent in song, dance and acting leaving us toe tapping with its diversity of music and crunchy mango ice of ‘Piragua,’ a young couple strengthens their cross-cultural love in, ‘Sunrise’ and tear up with, ‘Alabanza’ (Praise).

Mr. Kip Allert said in the Playbill that this tale of immigrants written in 1999 is relevant today and that, “There is something in this play for everyone, old or young.” daughter studied nearby, the Bodega, the ice-cream cart, chit-chats on steps and the skyline in this production all seem alive and the teen actors, singers and dancers all seem to live their parts with glee.

The choreography was creative, and bold, the set and costumes loaned themselves happily to the live, reverberating The audience at the Mello Center was enraptured by the show, the talented highschool students presenting their hearts, voices and their dancing to make it a great This was a feast to the eyes and ears Aptos Times / April 1st 2017 / 23

Community News

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n Saturday, March 18, The Santa Cruz Symphony League had its 50th anniversary celebration, tiempo. Over 100 guests had a great time socializing, eating, drinking, dancing, and bidding on auction items, as well as being entertained by the Great Morgani, an Outrageous Costume Contest, a Demonstration by a Fruit Sculptor, a Roving Magician, Balloon Creations, a Cuban Band, and Samba demonstrations.

All proceeds will be donated to the Symphony Association to support our wonderful Symphony and to expand the Symphony’s educational programs in the County’s elementary schools.

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Julie Mazurek, Bill Mowatt, Millie Rossiter, Dan Rutan, Vickie Rutan, Clyde Vaughn, and Sheila Vaughn.

The League wants to thank all the following Sponsors, Businesses, and Donors who helped make this event a great success: Sambrailo Mozart Sponsors ($500-$1,000): Philip Sambrailo Packaging

Solinas, the Most Outrageous Costume Business

Donors:

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Ms. Congeniality winners were Mary Ann

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For more information and to make reservations, check our website at www.slscc.org

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Featured Columnist

Small Changes – But Lasting Results A Year on the Civil Grand Jury By the Santa Cruz County Chapter CGJA

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Yet one group of citizens – the Santa Cruz Civil Grand Jury – works all year to accountability of local government.

working up to twenty-hours per week.

They conduct investigations and submit their recommendations to government comings, correct oversights, or rectify negligence.

Yet their contributions often initiate cannot easily observe.

One recent example of the impact of a Santa Cruz County Grand Jury Report is

the grand jury had been critical of how

“Camp” from page 15 Packing Tips Packing Tips For Resident Camps Bedding — Select easily laundered bedding that is appropriate for the climate at your camp. Articles to include are sleeping bags, sheets and pillowcases, blankets, and pillows.

Towels and Toiletries — Towels should not be the family’s best, since they’ll be used for swimming and other waterfront activities as well as for showers.

A small bag or plastic bucket will help campers carry and keep track of essentials such as soap, shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, comb, and brush. At some camps, campers walk to separate facilities to shower.

Clothes and Laundry — The frehow much clothing to pack. Generally, sessions less than two weeks in length do not include laundry services. Always send along an extra pillowcase or laundry bag for dirty clothing.

Most camps supply lists of recomuniforms. In general, camp gear should be comfortable and durable clothing suitable

the Board functioned. In a February 2017 local newspaper article Board Chairperson Kate Avraham called the second report “a ommendations in the report like a checklist.

Prior to the revamping, the Board had been hindered by a lack of training and support. degree turn.

In another instance, following a grand jail, measurable improvements have been made, improving inmate safety. government agency responses at www. co.santa-cruz.ca.us/Departments/ Grandjury. complaint forms and information about volunteering for the civil grand jury.

Perhaps more challenging than working to achieve these successes is the

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for active days at camp. · Shorts, T-shirts, sweater/jacket and jeans · Long pants for leg protection on hikes and horseback rides · Comfortable, durable shoes and sneakers · A hat · A raincoat or poncho Equipment: Flashlight with extra batpre-stamped postcards or envelopes Medication: Send medication in original bottles, along with dosage instructions, to the camp nurse or health care facility. Your medical release form should list all medications.

Don’t Pack: Radios, CD players, stereos

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By Melanie Mow Schumacher

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ban, but as of 2017 no plastic straws or stir sticks, and only compostable cups, lids, containers, and cutlery for County food-service establishments.

Our community recognizes the importance of recycling and reducing single-use products that are otherwise discarded.

Water is another important resource that our community is beginning to embrace as a natural resource that can discarded.

Did you know that currently about 6 – 8 million gallons a day of treated wastewater is disposed of in

(District) is evaluating a project called Pure Water recapture that water, purify it, and then replenish the groundwater basin to prevent further seawater intrusion?

This month, our column focuses on how water is being – or can be – recycled and reused, both locally and beyond.

Water Recycling in Santa Cruz County n Pajaro Valley and Scotts Valley, recycled water is being used to irrigate parks,

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Also, the City of Santa Cruz recycles a small amount of water for uses at its wastewater treatment facility such as washing While this is a great start to water recycling, our community can do more.

Recycling and Purifying Water in Southern California any communities in California have incorporated recycled water as an important component in their water supply portfolios - embracing the concept of “one water” and using and reusing it.

One example is Orange County Water District’s Groundwater Replenishment System (GWRS) that produces 100 million

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to replenish its groundwater basin and serve its community, including Disneyland. “We are so fortunate to have the GWRS — the world’s largest water puribackyard,” says Frank Dela Vara, director Resort. “We wanted to take advantage of the possibility of recycling all of our water, so we embarked on a multiyear project that put the infrastructure in place to allow it to happen. Today, almost all the water used at the Resort is recycled in this manner.”

This is a great example of water reuse - but in the Santa Cruz Mid-County region, all of the water that we currently pump out of the ground is essentially a “single-use” product as it enters the sewer system and is eventually discarded into the ocean. We’re steadily moving toward changing that.

One of the strengths of the grand jury system is having individuals who come from diverse cultures, careers, socio-economic status, and educational backgrounds.

It is the richness of varied views that allows a jury to discuss the issues, research problems, and recommend the best outcomes for the citizens of our communities. We ask the committed leaders in our civic, social and professional organizations to promote greater 26 / April 1st 2017 / Aptos Times

jury service and volunteer to serve. The deadline for volunteering is April 28, 2017.

Jurors receive training from the California Grand Juror ’s Association (CGJA), view presentations by various government agencies throughout the year, and are

further explore the merits of a few other sites that the District recently re-evaluated.

is anticipated to be released in summer water.org/planning-our-water-future/ Disposable plastic bags, straws, cups, containers, and cutlery are a thing of the past in Santa Cruz County. Soon, we could

As always, if you have any questions about

Mow Schumacher at melanies@soquelcreek water.org or 831-475-8501 x153 and visit www.soquelcreekwater.org

advised by the District Attorney, County Counsel and the Presiding Judge. Jurors may ride along with local law enforcement agencies and tour various city and county departments to observe first-hand the demands of providing services to over 262,000 county citizens.

The Santa Cruz County chapter of the CGJA will speak free of charge to

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intrusion/contamination from moving farther inland, and meet the state mandate of basin sustainability by 2040.

At its March 7th meeting the District Board of Directors voted to remove from consideration the use of untreated (raw) wastewater as a potential source of water for this project, and to focus the environmental evaluation on purifying treated secondary or tertiary treated water from the City of Santa Cruz. In addition to

the civil grand jury does and how it operates. Please contact Chapter Pressgnell@yahoo. com to schedule a speaker. tributes almost 20,000 hours of service to improve Santa Cruz County. Often their recommendations make lasting changes to our community. Like all others who have served, we are privileged and proud to have been a part of that process.

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By Nicole M. Young, MSW

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it takes to raise happy, healthy, resilient children who thrive throughout life. Parenting is a non-stop job full of joy, struggles, I know, including myself, has needed guidance and reassurance at some point.

Yet many parents are hesitant to seek support, out of fear of being judged or shamed.

It shouldn’t be that way. I hope that some day seeking support for parenting becomes just as automatic as breathing air.

This monthly column provides tips for anyone who is helping raise children, based on the world-renowned Triple P — Positive Parenting Program, available to families or idea for a future column, please email me at

Dear Nicole, love my kids (2, 4) but am worried I’m not a good parent. I grew up with a perfectionist mother who criticized everyone tionate or encouraging. My dad lost his

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important and challenging job. Most parents start this lifelong job unprepared, and even the most loving parents get

exhausted, frustrated or caught in “parare a few common traps and tips to avoid them: Perfect Parent Trap: Many parents have unrealistic expectations of themselves or believe there is only one right way to parent. The pressure to be perfect tends to increase feelings of stress, disappointment, guilt and frustration.

It can also lead parents to have unrealistic expectations of their children’s abilities or behaviors and teach children they need to be perfect, too.

Tip: Remember there is no such thing as a perfect parent or child. Set realistic expectations for yourself and your children, and allow yourselves to learn through trial and error.

Get support from your partner, friends, family, neighbors or community agencies. tance, just remember that everyone needs help with parenting at some point in his or her lives.

Escalation Trap: This happens when a parent says “no” to something – such as candy, screen time or a later bedtime – and the child responds by whining, begging, arguing or having a meltdown. The child becomes louder, angrier or more argumentative until the parent gives in. This increases the chance that the child will repeat these behaviors in the future to they get what they want.

The escalation trap also can happen when a child ignores a parent’s instructions until the parent yells, criticizes or threatens the child with punishment.

Although children might comply with their parents’ wishes, they often learn to ignore parents until the adult has become angry or

frustrated. This can lead parents to believe criticism, threats and yelling are the only way to get their children’s attention.

Tips family rules with your children. Talk about which rules are non-negotiable and in

be if they choose not to follow the family rules. Give clear, calm instructions, and then give your child time to cooperate. If needed, repeat your instruction once and be ready to follow up with the logical conremain calm and matter-of-fact. This will help prevent you from resorting to threats, bribes, begging, yelling or giving in.

Leave Them Alone Trap. When parents ignore their children’s positive behaviors, those behaviors are less likely to occur.

Or, if parents only pay attention to their children when they misbehave, children learn that the best way to get their parents’ attention is to misbehave or act out.

Tip time with your children each day. Talk,

read, sing and play together. Give them attention and descriptive praise to show them for who they are.

Final Thoughts: Raising children is a lifelong job with many potential “traps” that make the job harder. A few positive parenting strategies can help you avoid those traps and make it easier to raise happy, healthy children who become independent, capable, well-adjusted adults.

Nicole Young is the mother of two children, ages 13 and 17, who also manages Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz County, the Santa Cruz County Services Department. For more information visit triplepscc

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Olson of KSCO radio.

As Michael sees it, the best one-word Well, I admit that caught me by surprise, but the more we talked about it, the more sense it made. As Michael described it,

basic weapon is the message you put out, but (as most military texts note), weapons can be either strategic or tactical. Let’s look

This is the message that positions you, your products and your services. This will normally focus on one of three objectives.

For new businesses, the message will be the primary tool for establishing one’s position in the market.

For established businesses, it will aim at keeping clientele aware and involved (although it may also be used to upgrade the business’ image with a more expensive

product line or new services). The third focus (one we all hope to avoid) is to overcome a bad image.

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Community Calendar

Church, 10707 Soquel Dr. Aptos o you have a problem with food? Come Join us for a Mondays hat is co-dependency? www.humanracesc.org friendly free 12-step support What is enabling?

What Thursday April 13 anta Cruz County is already a group with the solution group pretty dreamy place to be but is this insanity? Am I the only with the solution. Teens and adults mercial Crossing, Santa Cruz one who feels this way? it is about to get more magical as welcome. Includes compulsive atz Cancer Center, PAMF overeating, anorexia and bulimia. pavement to begin fundraising fellowship of relatives and special presentation: The Located in the Gazebo Room.

County invite you to attend a Trailblazing Administrator: for their goal. From now through friends of addicts who have Call 831-429-7906 if you have May 9, teams are campaigning Caregiver Support Group for How Susan Mauriello helped been affected by someone else’s any questions to make magic, give more, and shape modern Santa Cruz those caring for someone with addiction. As of October 1, grant wishes as they collectively County. a serious illness.

2016, three meetings are now Tuesdays & Thursdays step out to ask the community When a loved one is serioffered in Santa Cruz (Fridays Orientations to Become Inn and network with other comously ill, it can be a challenge and Sundays) and Aptos munity and chamber members.

Advocates for Children for the entire family. In this (Wednesdays).

Run. Cost: $20 members/ $25 non6 pm, 65 Nielson Street #121 ongoing support group, we You can show your support For meeting locations, members will share stories, learn tools by choosing your favorite please call our helpline at ASA volunteer Advocates cause, raising funds, then for coping and receive support 831-291-5099 or contact receive 35 hours of Sunday April 23 from people who care. saveyoursanity@aol.com. specialized training. Court Hats Off to Spring Fashion Saturday May 13th where appointed special advocates 11:30 a.m. -2:00 p.m., Seascape nearly 2000 individuals will Cruz County Grief Support website for meeting listings Beach Resort converge along West Cliff Drive are everyday people that, with in our area and region: www. oin the Chamber for its 10th in Santa Cruz to celebrate just a few hours a week can naranoncalifornia.org/norcal/ Annual Spring into Fashion community. have a lifetime of impact for a meetings Show with models walking the Overeaters Anonymous child who has been abused or runway to the hippest music walk and fun run, complimentary 7:00pm-8:00pm, Soquel neglected. from today and yesterday, enjoy breakfast, music along the course, Congregational Church, 4951 If you would like to participate a fabulous lunch at the Seascape a costume contest, a BBQ lunch Soquel Dr. in the next Advocate training Beach Resort, and a trunk show and festivities. o you have problem with contact cita@casaofsantacruz.

The Volunteer Center has food? Come join us for a org or (831) 761-2956 selling beautiful merchandise. geared to create a truly magical Cost: $50 per person, sponday at the Race with the 2017 CASA Orientations to Become friendly free 12 step support group with the solution. Teens sorship available Advocates for Children and adults welcome. It will be you expect the usual features ASA empowers volunteers of a people’s parade of lively to directly influence lifeSunday May 7 costumes and banners, free food, Room. changing decisions affecting Center 1307 Seabright Ave. Swing into Spring: and music along the course but Any questions call (831) children in foster care. Court loom of the Present Insight they will also have a post race 429-7906 Meditation teacher Carla family friendly fair, and plenty of appointed special advocates storybook themed activities for are everyday people that, with Brennan leads a drop-in group Second Mondays all ages. just a few hours a week can every Wednesday it is open to Can’t make it to the race? You have a lifetime of impact for a ress as a famous movie star both experienced and beginning can still step up for the causes you child who has been abused or from any era, OR – just meditators care about by making a donation.

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With over 130 deserving nonMore info www.casaof Jazz Band, Silent Auction.

Invisible Grandparents: Leave Tickets $30 for Chamber groups to choose from we are sure santacruz.org or call (831) a Legacy of Love Whether You Members, $35 non-members. For reservations call 831-688-9514 you. eeling overpar? So do we, a safe structured environment for : 2-3 p.m., the “Geezer Golfers of Valley sharing stories if you so choose, Wednesday May 24 Gardens”. You’re invited to Center of Santa Cruz County : 5:30-7 p.m. and learning healthy ways to deal Aptos Chamber Scramble in partnership with Community with separation from anyone. in Capitola citizens. Valley Gardens is a Foundation Santa Cruz County. : 5:30-7 p.m. Co-sponsored by Alienated beautiful 9-hole course in Scotts Learn more at www.humanracesc.

Grandparents Anonymous www. Valley.

AGA-FL.org a national organiQuestions? Call Jim at 831-685: 2-3 p.m.

Santa Cruz County at 3829. zation that provide information in Santa Cruz 831-427-5075. and support to grandparents who feel alienated or estranged to their grandchildren.

12:00-1:00p.m. Rio Sands Thursday April 20 Questions: pat@invisiblegrand parent.com (831) 601-9195 ome join a dynamic, supportive group of people 4 – 7 p.m., Santa Cruz County at all levels of experience from Tuesdays to more advanced.

Business Debtors Anonymous beginners We’re here to help you discover Valley Chamber of Commerce 5:15-6:30pm, Calvary Episcopal and Agriculture’s Business

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and “Make a Splash” to offer County, 940 Disc Dr., Scotts appointment is needed and ospice of Santa Cruz County swimming experience is not support group for adults grieving the death of a family member or a friend. This group is a place where you can share stories, learn tools for coping, and receive support from people who care.

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Call (831) 688-5842 for more info

Overeaters Anonymous

Free Swim Lessons also on April 29 and May 20. A level assessment will be performed for all new swimmers.

For more information visit www.seahorseswimschool.com

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Services Center, “Celebrity Ladlers” serve soup tastings from the areas top restaurants, plus fresh bread and desserts.

More information at www. souplinesupper.eventbrite.com

Saturday April 22 Earth Day Celebration

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Sons in Retirement Luncheon

9:05 a.m.-10:15 a.m., Sutter 11:30 am, Severino’s in Aptos Maternity & Surgery Center, oin us for lunch and to hear a 2900 Chanticleer Ave., Santa presentation by Lynette Parker: Cruz vereaters Anonymous is a Contact Jim at 831-708-4133 for Free, Friendly 12-Step group more information

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1-3 p.m., Seascape Sports our community? Join the Club, 1505 Seascape Blvd, Cabrillo Lions Club twice every month and see what you can do to Aptos help in Santa Cruz County. s part of an effort to prevent and reduce gmail.com accidental drownings, Seahorse Swim School has partnered with

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new entry-level String Orchestra class 4th- 6th Grade Beginning Strings for violin, viola and cello will be

Students must provide their own instruments.

For more information contact Nancy Kvam: Cabrillo Youth Strings (831) 479-6101 or (831) 426-6443.

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To find out where to participate in a First Friday art tour, visit into Playa Blvd., turn right on firstfridaysantacruz.com (Most For more information, contact Sue galleries are open 12-9 pm for First Friday viewings.)

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Contact Lee McLaughlin, Booking Agent, at 408-993BAND (2263) for information about booking the band for Non-profit events (donations are tax deductible).

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people’s methods to get an idea of what to change on your own.

For more info, please contact us at (831) 476-6940 or visit us on Facebook.

There’s a lot to talk about early in the month; if you’ve been holding anything back, these are the days to let loose with whatever has been on your mind. A mystery penetrates your thoughts mid-April, and it’s hard for you to sleep without knowing the answer to life’s deepest riddles.

Late in the month brings good days to stay alert to what’s going on at work or school, because you could be left out if you don’t pay attention to the details. Coming in last is not your destiny.

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Your emotions get the better of you early-April, but you don’t want anyone to see you cry.

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A regular contributor to local media, Kessler has written ten books of poetry, sixteen books of literary translation, three essay collections and a novel. As a founding editor and publisher of Alcatraz, an international literary journal; the Sun, a local weekly that closed after the ’89 Review out of Mendocino, Kessler has cemented himself as a founding member of the local literary scene.

I recently met Stephen for downtown, where he shared stories and insights from a lifetime of writing. I could easily have written several pages about our time together. My hope is that I did him justice, and that his deep insight into the life of a poet comes through in this brief column.

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your creativity? n the 70s and 80s I found connections with people who were interested in the same kinds of things I was – whether it was newspaper or radio, poetry or criticism – there were always interesting people to talk to.

There was a sense of mutual respect and friendly rivalry. There was a sense of creative energy.

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poem? started writing in verse when I was 6 or 7.

Are there other creatives in your family? y older brother, Rick, who is eight years older than me, used to write very clever parodies of famous poems from an old anthology. They were sical poems and were very clever in that they rhymed or used traditional verse forms. I found that – because I idolized my older brother – that was a really interesting thing to do. So, I started [writing parodies] in imitation of him.

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dence to call yourself a writer. The great thing is that everyone can do it, but not everyone has the feeling of necessity. In terms of feeling of the necessity of writing, I had that from very early on. Both from a child’s point of view as a fun thing to do; and as a young man, something that seemed necessary for my soul.

It took me a while to convince myself that I could actually do this.

But in terms of the draw, the compulsion, there was just never any escape. I can’t help writing‌it’s the way I process my experience and make - if not sense of it - at least shape it in some way that I can understand it.

What is your writing routine? have certain habits, but I don’t have a regular routine. It depends on what I am working on. If I’m translating a book or working on a novel – there’s a much more rigorous agenda because it takes sustained momentum to finish the project.

In those cases, I might have a certain time when I will try to be at my desk. But I carry a notebook in my pocket and I can work anywhere. I actually find distraction stimulating.

Do you have dry spells? What do you do when you have them? can go months without writing a poem. I do just write out of pleasure and am constantly exercising my writing, but I don’t worry if I don’t feel like writing. The only kind of poem that’s going to count is the one that comes from necessity, not obligation. 30 or 40 years ago it might have worried me, but [poetry] is an organic part of my life.

What do you do when you are not writing? o grocery shopping, run errands, take care of business. I’m very practical. My default recreation would be going to a movie or meeting

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they have the courage to change, to try new things that maybe their fans won’t like. Bob Dylan is an amazing example of someone like that who has completely followed his own path.

What is the best advice you have ever been given about being a poet?

The poet’s poet and true wild man, Robert Duncan, once told me three things: 1) Trust your own voice. 2) Give yourself permission to be an idiot. 3) Poets aren’t factories.

Learn more about Stephen’s work at www. stephenkessler.com.

Raised in Aptos, Jessica Johnson is a freelance writer and blogger dedicated to inspiring others to live brave, creative lives. Learn more questions, comments and creative suggestions .

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