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college, the son of retired Dominican Hospital cardiologist Anthony Nadherny, MD, and Linda Calciano, PhD, Jon Nadherny/ years old. “Our family was devastated,” says Linda, who also serves as a board member of the Dominican Hospital Foundation. “Myself, some way for us to focus and turn that emotional energy into a positive journey for the was at the time.” Linda and her husband met with Bob Semas, former executive director Dominican memorate her son and prevent other similar tragedies from occurring in the future. Together, they created the Jon E. Nadherny/ Calciano Memorial Youth Symposium, which provides ongoing education to medical professionals, students, and the community about mental health and relevant issues facing our youth. To involve more young people, Linda
Scholarship recipients and family at the 2017 Jon E. Nadherny/Calciano Symposium (from left to right): Andrew Villamil, Alexandra Bergman, Lily Stolz, and Nicholas Calciano. and the Symposium Advisory Board set up a scholarship program, allowing interested high school and college students to attend. Friday, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Cocoanut Grove Grand Ballroom brings presenters
will social Strategies for Addressing Trauma and Strengthening Resilience.”
Murat Pakyurek, MD and Catherine Fassbender, PhD presented on ADHD
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at Berkeley, Director of the Berkeley Social Interaction Lab, and serves as the Faculty Director of the Berkeley Greater Good Science Center. His research focuses on the biological and evolutionary origins of compassion, awe, love, and beauty, as well as power, social class,
Linda says. “And I hope it continues to grow, because the ultimate goal, for myself and my family, is to prevent suicide. An endowment helps to support the program, funded by numerous community members over the years. Their donations are very much appreciated.” To Register or learn more about the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Cocoanut Grove Grand Ballroom visit supportdominican.org/ symposium
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Soroptimist Int’l Capitola Awardee Dinner: Mar. 27
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TPG 18th Annual Poetry Contest Winners T he Times Publishing Group Valen-
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features the environment and the end of life as the background themes for romance. We want to thank these local businesses for providing our winners the following fabulous prizes. For the Aptos T i m e s ,
for the Scotts Valley Times, Dinner at the Stonehouse Bar and Grille Restaurant at the Hilton. And the Winners are…
Tom Trujillo La Selva Beach
Environmental Love Song The earth is changing I think you should know, So, pour me a drink, better make it a whiskey, I saw it last night on a TV show.
Tom Trujillo of La Selva Beach for the Travis Deyoung of Santa Cruz for
Global warming is happening I thought, what can I do? But when I start thinking, My thoughts turn to you.
frisky, Some things never change. The tigers and gorillas and the polar bears too,
The oceans they say will continue to rise Like the temperature, that is melting the ice
for you. Some things never change.
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the check is Larry Gonzales and is Robert Spenser who is a member
us with a visit and a donation for our program. The photo shows our clients receiving the check and one of them is actually a member of
recipients name is Philip Tufo and the other fellow in the black jacket
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Want to show off your talents? Have dreams of cleaning out your garage? Sell your handmade crafts or unwanted items by renting a booth at the
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METRO Fare Restructuring Analysis SANTA CRUZ — As part of long Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District preliminary analysis of passenger fare restructuring including opportunities for improved fare payment technologies. This analysis has determined that due to stagnant revenues and increasing costs, new revenue is necessary to avoid reducing service
almost half of passenger fare revenue
costs for METRO and improve on-time performance for patrons. Outreach activities to collect public feedback and to inform patrons of the restructuring process include surveys administered at transit online, presentations at various county and city organizations, and a series of eight public meetings. METRO is holding these Public Meetings throughout March and April to solicit input on the fare restructuring proposals. March 2018 Informal Public Meetings Public Library, Meeting Room
service that serves both college campuses. METRO is currently engaging technology vendors and analyzing the various new technological features being introduced at many of our peer transit agencies. New fare payment technology allows for the opportunity to improve customer convenience, amenity and experience through modernizing fare payment products and methods. Improved fare payment technologies could also speed up the boarding process, which would reduce operating
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Live Oak, Bonny Doon, Davenport, and the San Lorenzo Valley in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Cruz and Cabrillo College both have student bus pass programs and account for over half of system ridership.
also provides paratransit service in Santa Cruz County with its ParaCruz service, pro-
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around the world over the last year. Ninetysix percent of them say the awards have have completed their education and experienced an increased standard of living. “The presentation of the awards to these courageous and deserving women
is the essence of what it means to be a Soroptimist,� said Capitola Soroptimist President, Paige Rexrode. “Clearly, these awards meet our goal of helping women and girls achieve their full potential.� Membership in the Capitola Soroptimist club is open to all in Santa Cruz County. For more information, or to become a member email us at info@best4women, visit www.facebook. com/SICapitola/.
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The 2018 Human Race Organizations Have Until March 15 to Register For the Event e A Star For Your Community” was the theme of the day as the Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County and partners rolled out the red carpet
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organizations step out to collectively ask
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and community groups of all sizes to reach a level of fundraising success that they may not achieve alone,” states Volunteer Center Director of Development Mariah Tanner.
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trainings, individualized support and fundraising expertise and our community steps up to provide the people power,” continues Tanner. The event, which annually mobilizes
workshop where attendees were introduced to the resources they need to launch a successful fundraising campaign. The Human Race is a family friendly Drive that annually attracts individuals from all corners of the community to participate on behalf of the organization of
champion. “The Human Race is truly a one of a kind resource for
is the largest collaborative fundraiser on the central coast and the longest running Human Race event in the country. In the infused more than one million dollars into the local service sector.
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Caption: (from left): Susan True- CEO of Community Foundation Santa Cruz County, Matthew SwinnertonEvent Santa Cruz Founder and Emcee for the Kick-Off Breakfast, Mariah Tanner- Volunteer Center Director of Development, Karen Delaney- Executive Director of the Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County and Kevin Heuer- Director of Community Impact and Engagement at Community Foundation Santa Cruz County. “Last year with support and matching funds from our partners, Community Foundation Santa Cruz, David and Lucile Packard Foundation, and Monterey Peninsula Foundation, we were able to surpass
donations,” states Tanner.
The six week fundraising campaign
are busy prepping their fundraising pages and building their support network. New
schools, churches and community groups to join in the collaborative fundraising process.
year- with our largest fundraising goals agencies to identify what they each need and improved resources to help all of our agencies exceed their personal fundraising goals,” continues Tanner.
Individuals who are interested in registering their organization can visit www. humanracesc.org for more information or they can contact Mariah Tanner at the Volunteer Center at 831-427-5070 or humanrace@ scvolunteercenter.org.
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celebration of the life and songs of legendary satirist Tom Lehrer, honors his 90th birthday
345-8377 scheduled are Gail Rich Honorees Joe Ferrara and Patti Maxine, local Ragtime piano Serving as Master of Ceremonies will be the Steve Wilson, Cabrillo College Director of 8 / March 2018 / Aptos Capitola Soquel Scotts Valley Times
“Viva La Lehrer” page 11
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Rotary Speech Contest – ‘Making A Difference’ L Schools. These young humans are making
on delivery, originality and content. First Place Winners will participate in one of -
clearly saw and heard that our future is bright. The Capitola Aptos Rotary Club hosted the local area speech contest on
on to the Regional and District levels. Winners!
three goals in mind.
Aptos High School
istening to our youth speak out on
gave hope to all who listened. Original speeches were written and recited
and awareness of the importance of a group. what Rotary is and does throughout the world, especially among young people.
High School Solving real problems takes real commitment and vision. For more than
and to provide all high school contestants an opportunity to win prizes as top speaker High school students from Aptos and
used their passion, energy, and intelligence to take action on sustainable projects. From literacy and peace to water and health, we are always working to better our world, and we stay committed to the end.
monetary awards. Students were judged
Learn more about our structure and our foundation and our strategic vision. The Capitol-Aptos Rotary Club meets every Thursday at 12:15 at Seascape Golf Club. Join us for lunch!
Strawberry Fields Forever Bike Ride: Sunday, May 20
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his is an organized fully supported one-day event bike ride through some of the most beautiful regions of Santa Cruz County. Starting Harkins Slough Rd, Watsonville. Each route includes rest stops with
with fresh whipped cream complete the menu. and physical breakdowns. No same-day registration. Cost
between people with a common interest in cycling. will be no SAG support after that time. Cyclists for Cultural Exchange (CCE) purpose of furthering peace and international understanding through exchanges
located in Santa Cruz County, California. The organization runs one major fund-raising event each year, the Strawberry Fields Forever Bike Ride, which provides the funds distributed in support of its mission.
parent, no charge. Children must register. you at the end of the ride. Strawberries dipped in Chocolate Ganache served
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Age Well, Drive Smart Senior driver safety program
drivers. The Age Well, Drive Smart Program is designed to provide drivers with the keys to driving safer and driving longer. This program is designed as an educational tool for mature drivers. Topics
2018–2019 Civil Grand Jury Superior Court of Santa Cruz County Seeks Volunteers he Civil Grand Jury serves an important
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the Civil Grand Jury are an independent body empowered to investigate the operations of city and county governments as well as other tax-supported agencies and special districts. They also respond to citizen complaints on government issues. Candidates for the States
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rules of the road. physical changes and how to adjust to them driving. driving. Age Well, Drive Smart classes are approximately two and one-half hours long, are free of charge, and are geared
from this information. The CHP has three upcoming classes scheduled!
working knowledge of the English language and have resided in the county for at least one year. Santa Cruz County is seeking a volunteer pool that represents the ethnic and cultural diversity of communities within our county. preparing this fun and fabulous event. Join us for an enjoyable afternoon and to to submit an application to the Superior Court of Santa Cruz County on the Superior
businesses and artists
cruzcourt.org.
p.m. The classes will be held at the Aptos branch of the Santa Cruz Public Library Space is limited. For more details, and to make a reservation, please call the Santa
Free “Bystander CPR” Class he Aptos/La Selva Fire Protection District will be holding a free “Bystander CPR” class on Saturday, April
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p.m. This class is not a professional medical certification course, but does feature the hands-only adult, child and infant CPR methods as well -
to this informative presentation on the Trail with Transit option. Presenter is Mark Mesiti-Miller, Chair
org or visit the Santa Cruz or Watsonville Courthouse for an application. Deadline for
p.m.
lation? Did you know the Trail would begin construction this year? Did you know the entire Trail could be done in ten
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the world-famous Capitola restaurant is once again h o s t i n g its annual “Dine for the Red Cross” fundraiser that evening. grams and services, just make a reservation to dine at the Shadowbrook
that you want your bill to support the Red Cross, the Shadowbrook will donate one-third of it to the Central Coast Chapter. Make your reservations today by note that you are dining for the Red Cross.
brillator units. Music & Auction for MiM (Music in May) Simpkins Family Center, 979 17th Ave. SC he hard-working MiM Support Team has worked diligently for many months
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Executive Committee member and a professional Civil Engineer. -
Please come early! Free and Open to the Public – bring a friend.
Dine for the Red Cross
of the Shadowbrook Restaurant while also supporting the local chapter of the
registration is highly recommended. To
or Tahoe Your attendance supports our mission of chamber music building community and impacting youth.
gmail.com Trail with Transit The Best Use Of Our Rail Corridor
Women Veterans Panel Presentation Saturday March 3, 2 – 4 p.m. Aptos Library panel of women veterans will talk about their experience in the military and what it is like to readjust to civilian life after leaving the military. Women V e t e r a n s Alliance serves to have a positive impact for women veterans and empowers the lives of women veterans throughout California and the country. The presentation will be held Saturday
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37th Annual Clam Chowder Cook-Off & Festival Results
Sunday, March 25, 2018 2:00pm - 5:00pm Seascape Beach Resort 1 Seascape Resort Dr. Aptos
Saturday and Sunday, February 24-25
Results Day 1 - Saturday, February 24 Best Amateur Boston First: Clamalicious “Clams of Anarchy” Second: Spud Third:
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Best Amateur Manhattan First: Second: Third: Church Chowder - Dorothy Morgan, San Jose Best Theming Amateur Team First: Clam Rock - Christopher Hirz Second: Third: Ramey Most Tasted Amateur First: Second: Third: Silence of the Clams - Brian Edwards, Campbell People’s Choice: Amateur Boston Clamalicious “Clams of Anarchy,” Roben Webb, Rio Linda People’s Choice: Amateur Manhattan
Results Day 2 - Sunday, February 25 Professional Teams Public Safety Division First: Santa Cruz Rangers - Victor Albers, Santa Cruz Best Professional Boston First: Second: Third: Eastside Eatery - Derek Rupp, Santa Cruz
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for the City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Department. (Last year more than $90,000.00 was raised.)
“Viva La Lehrer” from page 8 Mr. Lehrer has given permission to perform his luscious rhymes, lyrical lists, poignant satire, and playful portrayals of utter mayhem but is not involved in the production nor is he expected to attend. online at BrownPaperTickets.com or VivaLaLehrer.com. Remaining tickets will be vices Center of Santa Cruz. Each of the previous events has enjoyed sold out percharities.
For more information call Peter Nichols at 831-539-3592. Captions from the 2017 Lehrer Celebration at the Kuumbwa Jazz Center Gail Rich Award Honoree Joe Ferrara sings “I Got It From Agnes” Opera diva Zee Zee Hodgin backed by Peter Nichols and Rick Tacklind The Lehrermen sing Tom Lehrer’s “My Home Town” Aptos Capitola Soquel Scotts Valley Times / March 2018 / 11
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International Barbershop Champions Flightline SANTA CRUZ — Barbershop Harmony Society (BHS) Youth Quartet Champions Flightline will perform in
Sing For Your Life also showcases performances by five high school Valley, San Lorenzo Valley, St. Francis and Pacific Collegiate, as well as by the Gold Standard Chorus, the group hosting the event. The non-profit Gold Standard Chorus is directed by Jordan
Sing For Your Life, a benefit concert supporting local high school music programs. The four singers of Flightline first
for school music programs in the past decade through this event. The chorus also supports music scholarships and community vocal education. The event takes place on Saturday,
Southern California. Flightline made a Your Life event, then as Far Western District Champions. gold at the International BHS convention in Las Vegas in the Youth Barbershop Quartet Category among
chased primarily through the performing high school choir groups by contacting
a song package that included Santa Cruz and audience members will
extremely powerful vocal harmonies and resonance.
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manager of the Fairgrounds so she began volunteering half time at AHP and half time for the Fairgrounds. Lynne is survived by her mother Pat Grossi, twin sister Carol Grossi and one niece and nephew. She was preceded in death by her father Robert L. Grossi who
Cruz to Robert L. and Pat Grossi on January Lynne attended Harbor High School where at Intel, she attended Mission College in Santa Clara where she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Electronics.
be made to Agricultural History Project, most of her life. As a youth she worked in
the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Foun-
was on the Camp Loma Board of Directors and Treasurer. Lynne was also a six-year Freedom Rotary member. She was a volunteer at Santa Cruz County Fair Livestock Department since
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volunteering at the Agriculture History Project (AHP). After retiring she volun-
throughout the state for many years and
the gardening; which she loved, mowed the lawns, and took care of the chickens.
guide for the Fair. Before retiring from Intel she began
Museum and other buildings at AHP as well as chairing a number of special events.
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memories or light a candle in her honor, please visit www.scmemorial.com. Faithful Friend of the Santa Cruz County Fair and Agriculture History Project. A memorial service and potluck will be held in the Crosetti Building at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds on Saturday, March 10 at 4:00 in the afternoon.
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Community Reading at the Aptos Library
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ptos is well known for being a beautiful place to live. Home to
embraced by all. The events have been diverse in nature, packed attendance, and
stunning coast and redwoods, Aptos is a special place to call home. Recently a rumor has been circulating that Aptos is being considered for “Reading mously popular, but the recent project, “Our Community Reads” has been
the emcee for a lively trivia night and we History Professor lead a great discussion with a big crowd at the high school... to name only a few of the events. Fortunately there are some remaining March 1 — Poetry Slam and Art exhibit at
March 6 — Speaker Series features Dr. Racial History of an Idea.” Rio Sands
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Ninth Annual Sheep to Shawl Spring Fair
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Local businesses will be in attendance, including Garden Variety Cheese with a lamb petting station, Santa Cruz Yarn Shop with a knitting station, and treats from Penny Ice Cream, and Hidden ForThe Sheep to Shawl event is one of three annual on farm events open to the public, all of which aim to further the Farm Discovery mission of empowering youth and families to build and sustain healthy food, farming, social and natural systems.
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Primordial Winds Watsonville Taiko Celebrating 27 Years With Anniversary Concert
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Join Watsonville Taiko for the Spring Celebration of energy and power of taiko at the Crocker Theater at Cabrillo College. Watsonville Taiko 27th Anniversary Performance: Primordial Winds Saturday, April 7 at 7:00 p.m. Sunday, April 8 at 2:00 p.m. Crocker Theater (Free Parking)
Cedar Grove Elementary School from San Jose — will present the art of drumming. on stage. This production of original compositions and choreography showcases the visual expression of taiko, combining elements of dance, martial arts, rhythm and music into a moving experience. Wind is the movement of the the other, across tide and time, from the past to the present. Taiko drumming awakens the winds of a distant time to stir the Primordial world of our imagination.
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organization the purpose of which is to foster awareness of taiko drumming, Japanese folk arts, culture and community. The proceeds from the Anniversary Concert will support youth and adult performances, classes and workshops in Santa Cruz, Monterey and Santa Clara County.
Walk, the Church St Fair, Japanese CulMarch. The group is funded in part by the Arts Council of Santa Cruz County and the Alliance for California Traditional Arts. Information: (831) 475-1088 www.watsonvilletaiko.org
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DIRTBAG: The Legend of Fred Beckey March 9 at 7 p.m., Rio Theatre Sponsored by Patagonia Santa Cruz
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ost climbers claim passion for the sport. But few, if any, reach the level of singleminded obsession that seized Fred Beckey as a teenager and held him in its grasp for more
climbers in the history of the sport. His life and legacy are chronicled in the feature Beckey, which premiered in Telluride at
Nonagenarian climber Fred Beckey was the original American “Dirtbag” climber whose name has evoked mystery,
road, where he left a long trail of scorned climbing partners and lost lovers in his wake. The groundbreaking life story of this rebel athlete, who inspired generations of climbers to head for the mountains with
Beckey is credited with putting up
Northwest to China and the Himalaya.
a teen when he and his brother made an audacious summit of Mount Despair, sidered by many at the time to be un-climbable. That set the tone for a
life spent pioneering routes, exploding expectations, writing scores of guidebooks and breaking new ground in the mountains. “Dirtbag” page 19
MISSING PERSON
LORENZO NERI Last seen on December 4th at 4:30am in Scotts Valley.
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Hunger Fighters of the Year
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Fighters of the Year share a dedication to community service that started in early childhood. Eola Cross hen most people reach their golden years, they look forward to slowing down and taking it easy. One might assume, then, that this particular Hunger Fighter Award is honoring a senior citizen who goes above and beyond the ordinary, and that part is true. But Eola Cross is anything but ordinary! She has not only devoted her entire life to helping others,
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“Healthy Food for Seniors”, a local program dedicated to the health and well-being of senior citizens in Santa Cruz County.
of truck drivers, coordinating the distribution of hundreds of bags of food, cooking and delivering food for the Seventh Day Adventist meal for needy families and the homeless, and picking up produce from Second Harvest Food Bank in the early morning hours so she can personally deliver it to seniors who are home-bound. Any and all of these voluntary duties are commendable, but
“Sometimes when I get to the food
family — which now included a boy whom her parents had taken in because his parents had died -- ended up living in whom she admired for her kindness and gested that they come to Texas where they They were devout, hardworking, Seventh Day Adventists, and their faith provided the strength they needed to endure many hardships, including their journey to Texas through the Dust old and looking for dandelions to eat. “I
made my promise to God.” Young Eola promised God that if He allowed her to live and not to starve, she would make it her mission that no one
in the parking lot to pick up produce,” says Willy Elliott-McCrea, CEO of Second Eola believes that her commitment to helping others stems from her experiences as a girl during the Great Depression. Her memories are vivid as she recalls the challenges her family faced in De Queen, Arkansas. Her father was working for the town, and her mother was raising
Eola Cross
then the Depression hit. Soon everything in town closed down, including the local bank where her parents kept their small savings. Without their money, they could no longer keep their house, and the large
says. When she grew up, Eola became a nurse, married her husband, Lester, had a family, and moved to California. Just as her parents had done, Eola and Lester opened their home to children who needed a loving, stable environment. Sometimes they found us and sometimes we found them. Lester and I liked having a house full of kids.” The couple ended up years. As the children grew up, Eola retired from nursing and began actively volunteering with the Grey Bears, an organization that she had learned about through a friend. Now, decades later, sands of people who Grey Bears assists
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do when you help others.” When members of the Blue Ribbon Selection Committee for Hunger Fighter of the Year were asked why Eola was a standout among the Hunger Fighter nominees, Jess Brown, Executive Director of the Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau
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and dedication are just incredible. She gives back to the community every single day, and she is a role model for all of us.” Added Mike Termini, Mayor of Capitola, “Mrs. Cross is an inspiration. The Grey Bears are like an Army of Good, and Eola is like the General of the Army.”
The Sandoval Family t is with great sadness that this story must begin with the news that Margaret Sandoval, the beloved matriarch of the Sandoval family, has passed away. Margaret will be greatly missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her through her decades of volunteering at Second Harvest Food Bank, but her kind Margaret Sandoval heart, independent
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forgotten. Margaret and Don Jesus Sandoval, along with their sons Sal and Ignacio Hunger Fighter of the Year Award for their extraordinary dedication to the Second Harvest community. While the family has tallied an the last forty-plus years, what is even more extraordinary is that their spirit of volunteerism has been passed down from generation to generation. “I remember Sal and Nacho as little kids coming to the food bank with their parents,” says Willy Elliott-McCrea, CEO of Second Harvest. “They have been volunteering with us for nearly as long as Second Harvest has been open. They are one dedicated family.” Sal and Nacho point out that they are not the only ones in the family who volunteer at Second Harvest. They have an aunt and cousins who volunteer, too. Sal recalls helping his parents sort and a young boy. Helping people out, he says, was just something that the family did. “My mom grew up that way, and we grew up that way, too.” Margaret, who was born not long after the end of WWII, was raised in Hayward, California, in the East Bay. The family
cook up some food, and she and Margaret would bring it over to the nearby rail yard and give it to the traveling workers, or, “hobos,” who rode the rail cars. As an adult, Margaret continued the family tradition of helping the hungry, and just like her mother before her, she and her husband Don Jesus encouraged the children to participate alongside her. “Sandovals” page 19
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“His name is everywhere. He was there before the rest of us were.” His obsession never wavered; he climbed
greatest climbers Chouinard,
accomplishments, Beckey remained Conrad Anker, Royal Robbins and Reinhold
names, mostly because he preferred being on the crag to being in the spotlight. An incorrigible cheapskate who scrimped to maximize time in the of a dirtbag. sonal journals, guidebooks and photographs combine with breathtaking aerial photography, motion graphics and rare archival footage
legendary stature, environmental advocacy and iconic impact on the alpine world. Visit RioTheatre.com for information and tickets.
“Sandovals” from page 18 “Mom always had a lot going on,” recalls Nacho. “She was a board member for all kinds of organizations. She did lots of volunteering, and she also had a job. I a bigger job with higher pay she asked us,
said that we wanted to have her around more.” Before he retired, Don Jesus worked at the cannery and volunteered in his spare time. Now, he helps out at a senior center in Hollister, and thirty-three years after starting with Second Harvest, he continues to work with his sons at multiple food distribution sites for the food bank. Each week Nacho picks him up, and the two of them drive from Hollister to the pantry in Aptos, which Sal runs, or
which Nacho runs. works in auto repair. “My mom loved helping people,” says Nacho. “I like can do, so I do it.” His brother, Sal, shares the same sentiment. Volunteering is just part of who he is. In addition to his duties at the distribution site, he cooks food for the church, makes burritos for the homeless, helps people sign up for CalFresh, hands
preparation. “I like talking with people and encouraging them.” The Blue Ribbon Selection Committee Fighters of the Year were not only touched by the level of commitment to the community that the family has demonstrated bond.
Nacho (left) and Sal Sandoval
dedication to community service was instilled in their boys at such a young age,” says Susan True, CEO of the Community Foundation of Santa Cruz County. “The Sandovals are such a wonderful example of family strength and love.” Adds Ciel Cirilo, member of the Editorial Board of the Santa Cruz Sentinel, “I love that this family is being honored. They are so deserving because each one of them has dedicated their hearts to the Second Harvest community for so many years.” Nacho (left) and Don Jesus Sandoval
since Margaret and Don
Jesus brought their children to Second Harvest to sort food, but the experience has had a lasting impact. Sal and Nacho by dedicating themselves to feeding the hungry, and there is now a new generation of Sandovals who are also volunteering at Second Harvest. Thanks to the way of life modeled by their parents, grandparents and great-grandparents, it would not be surprising if a future Sandoval is awarded Hunger Fighter of the Year a few decades from now. Eola Cross and The Sandoval Family
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Assistive Technology
Tools to Improve the Everyday World No Matter Your Age ost Americans want to stay in their homes as they age. Not a bad plan, but what if your home
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includes plenty of low-tech devices, like adapted pencil grips for students with disabilities.
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AT tools available to help with household chores, work functions, getting around, seeing, hearing, learning and living independently in general. These devices and technologies are designed to help older adults and people with disabilities, but
No matter your age or what type of disability you may have, chances are there is an AT device out there that can new concept. In fact, most people have probably used an assistive device without realizing it. Smartphones, voice command technology and certain types of software all fall under the AT umbrella. AT also
mobility devices controls or wheelchair lifts eating hearing and visual challenges shower, to help prevent falls viduals with speech disabilities The right AT for you
easier for anyone. Examples of AT devices and tools
to help individuals with low vision
tools and solutions can feel overwhelming. The network of State Assistive Technology Act Programs is a good place to start. Your California Assistive Technology program www.dds.ca.gov/AT/at_network.cfm can provide information and support to help your needs.
AT programs and additional resources to
loan programs that allow you to try
used devices at substantial savings programs, that can help you get the AT devices you need
programs, data about the network of state
needs. With more research and awareness around the importance of AT, the future possibilities for living independently in the place of your choosing are almost limitless. Contact the California Assistive Technology program at www.dds.ca.gov/AT/ at_network.cfm Family Features Photo courtesy of Getty Images
Rio del Mar Improvement Association Website Up and Running!
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he Rio del Mar Improvement Association (RDMIA) is proud to announce the newly designed and updated website at www.rdmia.org. The new website sup-
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The association holds bi-annual membership meetings open to the public. The next meeting is
tions and ways to get involved.
renewals rdmia.org. events
The Rio del Mar Improvement Association is the second oldest neighborhood continues to organize and advocate on behalf of Rio del Mar residents and businesses under the leadership of its Board members and volunteers. Membership contributions fund the many community projects facilitated and sponsored by RDMIA. 20 / March 2018 / Aptos Capitola Soquel Scotts Valley Times
All are invited to attend Board or membership meetings. RDMIA welcomes all property owners, residents and businesses to join the association, donate or to volunteer. Visit today at www.rdmia.org and let us know what you think. We encourage your feedback to info@rdmia.org and look forward to seeing you at an upcoming RDMIA meeting or volunteer event.
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Biodiesel Plant Reopened in Watsonville WATSONVILLE — A shuttered biodiesel plant has opened its doors again, manufacturing a cleaner-burning biofuel fuel demands. An open house and ribbon cutting today drew supporters from the Midwest to the California coast to celebrate the reopening of Agron Bioenergy, a biodiesel production facility in Watsonville, California. This has expanded its operations outside of the state of Iowa. Biodiesel, a fuel for cantly reduces greenhouse gases compared to fossil fuels. This makes biodiesel an important strategy in meeting
biodiesel reduces greenhouse gases by at percent compared to petroleum. This gives biodiesel some of the best carbon scores “The Low Carbon Fuel Standard has made California the epicenter for biodiesel demand, and that drove our decision to expand outside of Iowa,” said Brad Wilson, WIE president and general manager. “Our
that score low on carbon intensity and our desire to participate in the growing California biodiesel market made this facility purchase a good business decision.” Biodiesel, recognized as an Advanced Biofuel by the Environmental Protection Agency, can be made from virtually any fat or vegetable oil. The materials the Iowa plant turns into biodiesel include soybean oil, recycled cooking oil and animal fats left over from meat production. The Iowa plant has the capacity to produce diesel per year, while the Agron facility in Watsonville can produce Watsonville City Council Members and a Santa Cruz County Supervisor were among the local dignitaries who attended. “The reopening of the Agron plant represents an opportunity to expand the to be a part of that,” said Bill Horan, WIE full-time, skilled jobs to area workers. For more information, please visit Western IowaEnergy.com.
“Sheep to Shawl” from page 15 At the Sheep to Shawl Fair children and adults will delight in interacting with our sheep and shearer, dying yarn, trying knitting and crocheting, and washing and combing yarn, all with expert help and child friendly tools. We welcome the help of skilled and unskilled volunteers. The event takes place in and around our renovated turn of the century redwood barn, rain or shine; tickets are available at the door or online at farmdiscovery.org/sheep-to-shawl-fair-rsvp/ Farm Discovery at Live Earth is a nization in Watsonville, California. We empower youth and families to build and sustain healthy food, farming, social and natural systems. By developing environmental literacy, teaching farming skills, and transforming food habits that support personal, community and environmental health we encourage students to build a relationship with food that is healthy for people, the environment and the economy. A special
emphasis is placed on reaching under served people in the Pajaro Valley to bolster individual, community and environmental health. Aptos Capitola Soquel Scotts Valley Times / March 2018 / 21
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Learn About the City By The Sea History Exhibition “Capitola FAQ” at Local Museum Has the Answers CAPITOLA — Capitola history? The Capitola Historical
popular topics,” says curator Frank Perry.
answer. “Capitola FAQ” is designed to
was the wharf built?” “How did Capitola get its name?” “In setting up the displays, we found them to be a marvelous vehicle for exhibiting historic photos and artifacts from the
“It is a fun way to tell the history of Capitola and touch on many of the most
have not been on display room to display everything at once, so that is why we change exhibitions each year,” says Perry. tions and answers, though Perry readily admits the exhibition omits THE visitors, namely “Where are the restrooms?” The opening reception will be Sat-
ments and copies of a new book on Capitola history titled, A Companion to Capitola. It is sure to answer even more
by the Museum. The exhibition will run from March through the end of the year. The Museum hours are Thursday some holidays.
Community Raises over $1.5 Million for LEO’s Haven
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Thank you to all who have volunteered your time, energy, talents, and
the tremendous support of the Santa Cruz County community we are closer than ever paign goal by this summer!
playground. We know the remaining funding is out there; it is simply a matter of tracking it down! If you have any contacts, leads, or ideas for securing the remaining funding
please contact Santa Cruz Playground Project Founder, Tricia Potts, at potts. tricia@gmail.com. The sooner the remaining funding is found the sooner our children are able to Please check out www.santacruzplay groundproject.org for the latest, upcoming Club Crab Feed or other inclusive events Hunts for Children with visual impairments or other special needs hosted by Twin Lakes Saturday, March 10 Kiwanis Annual Crab Feed and Past Dinner Fundraiser iwanis Club of Surf City-Santa Cruz is inviting folks to attend their annual Crab Feed and Past Dinner Fundraiser for
prizes. No host cocktails. Saturday, March 10,
members or at the door. Call 831-431-0887 for more information. 22 / March 2018 / Aptos Capitola Soquel Scotts Valley Times
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Saturday, March 31 Adaptive Egg Hunts for Children With Special Needs & Their Families
Cabrillo College Dr. Aptos. Enjoy Crafts, Music, and Fun for free! Pre-register to guarantee goodie basket at: www.santacruzplaygroundproject.org Egg Hunts for everyone Beeper Egg Hunts: Great for children with vision impairments/ Sighted egg hunters will be provided blindfolds Walk & Roll Egg Hunts: Great for children with mobility needs Scheduled sibling hunts
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County General Fund Budget Update By Zach Friend, Santa Cruz County Supervisor 2nd District
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t the most recent Board of Supervisors meeting the County
Auditor-Controller-Treasurer-Tax Collector provided the most recent budget
General Fund forecast and an overall budget. The General Fund provides the majority of funding for important services such as public safety, parks and matching funds for important health and human service programs in our county. It is also the most at
state will impact the state budget and most likely have a resulting impact on our local budget. Local Overview ocally, unemployment rates are down and job growth is up. All local tax indicators - including sales tax, property
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tax revenue), hotel/vacation rental (TOT) taxes and cannabis taxes are up. This growth has allowed the Board of Supervisors to make modest investments in public safety, parks, roads and health and human services to restore
somewhat by our improved bond rating from increased reserves) will make larger ticket items such as Capital Improvement costs higher. PERS retirement rate changes
during the Great Recession. However, the Board has mitment to improving our reserves to address predictable future economic downturns. In the last few years the Board has
million in costs over the next seven years. Additionally, there is uncertainty in state and federal grant revenue for a number of programs the County currently operates. Meeting Future Challenges
trends and changes in state and federal budgets. At the state level, the Governor has been focused current state budget surplus, the Governor has been working to bring the Rainy Day Fund toward full funding - providing for a strong reserve should there be an economic downturn. The recent federal tax changes will impact the state currently clear. Any federal cost shifting in health care or other entitlements to the
costs continue to put pressure on households and may dampen spending. A slowing tax revenue overall is anticipated, which is anticipated to reduce our revenues by two percentage points or more in the coming few years. Increased costs for long-term bor-
placing more in reserves (overall now at While the very short term indicators look good, there are some trends over the local budget - with many of them externally
local cost-shares within the next few years.
during a future downturn. New economic development coming online (such as the Aptos Village) also provides a new funding source for services. But there are other things the County is doing to internally look at how programs are provided and whether they are being provided in the
Through the current strategic plan process and process improvement process the County is developing performance measures for evaluating programs, which will allow for investments in the most impactful programs and also for modiciencies can be found through this process they will help ensure additional protections in a downturn. Additionally, the County will continue to look at revenue growth options and your thoughts on ways to improve the budget over the long term are welcome during the continued strategic visioning process or feel free to give me a call.
from you. Please feel free to call at 454-2200.
Santa Cruz Symphony News: March 2018 Saturday, March 3, 5:30 – 10:00 p.m. “Uptown Hoedown” Gala The Hay Barn at UCSC rab your boots and your favorite dancing partner and head on over
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a party that will put a dance in your step for weeks. Carolyn Sills Combo
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friends will be there. Maestro Daniel Stewart
Sunday, March 4, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Cello Recital With Jonah Kim Samper Recital Hall, Cabrillo College 5000 Cabrillo College Drive, Aptos anta Cruz Symphony is pleased to present our new Principal Cello, Jonah
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Brahms. Called “the next Yo-Yo Ma” by music
piano Schumann – --- Intermission --Brahms piano Schumann
with Atlantic Classical Orchestra, National Symphony Orchestra, New Philharmonia, Filarmonica, the Philadelphia Orchestra, Symphony of the Americas and many others. He will joined by Elizabeth Dorman, piano, Nigel Armstrong, violin (Concertmaster, Santa Cruz Symphony), and Daniel Stewart, viola (Music Director, Santa Cruz Symphony). Program: Brahms
Tickets are available at CabrilloVAPA. com.
Shadowbrook Dinner Fundraiser Shadowbrook Restaurant 1750 Wharf Road Capitola ine at Shadowbrook on Tuesday,
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often carrying their own music via cassette and now iPods. Over their lifetimes the two dancers hold over thousands of hours of dancing
travels the world promoting memberships. They are currently expanding very rapidly in Australia and Asia. There are prestigious IDO Championships and Cups to compete for and the leadership is encouraging growth in Malaysia and New ingly popular with seniors throughout the world. Norma admits to having a favorite and it is a Romanian Dance called Hora Din Canpie. The intrigue about this dance is that it has an odd count. Most folk
predictable natural movement. With Hora Din Canpie, there is more variation and it
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soft and melodic. It was popular in the The second part of the time is dancing to Banat Region of Romania. folk music that is familiar and popular Traveling has made Gabriel very aware among the members. of the variety of folk dances. They are difThe dances bring up pleasant memories ferent from ritual dances, which are usually for those in the group who have danced connected with a religious expression. them in the original countries. Gabriel is Over her lifetime she from Germany and has seen countries Holland. As a young change names and high school graduate borders while the she came to Whittier folk dances live on — By C.J. this makes it a little in Berkley where challenging to know the origins of many she earned her degree in social welfare. dances. Fortunately this does not interfere Her Aunt had come to Los Angeles at the with the beauty of the composition. beginning of the war and was happy to have a young niece enjoy the possibilities is about learning some new dance that is of interest to someone in the group and Folk dancing was as much a wonderful catches the attention of all the members.
feels that because it is suitable for all ages and expressed from “the ridiculous to the sublime” it is a lifelong pleasure! The sublime being the perfectionist who wants to bring the art to the world by studying and performing. The ridiculous that wants to remember the art and play with friends. Friends move in unison, and practice non-verbal communication. No permission is spoken, it is all-inclusive and welcoming. People join hands and move or outdoors. Norma and Gabriel invite everyone to just show up and relax. There is fun awaiting you as well as new friends. Mid County Senior Center Thursdays 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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and broad, and can spread wider like Heavenly bamboo does. Foliage might be a richer shade of deep green, with a slightly more relaxed texture, in partial shade. A few garden varieties are available, including some that are more compact,
inter is the best time for major pruning of most plants. They do not mind it so much while they are dormant. However, there are exceptions. Winter pruning might be a bit too early for a few plants that are grown for their late winter or early spring bloom. It is best to wait until immediately after
Because these trees will be in the process of coming out of dormancy, it is best to prune them just after the blossoms the new buds will likely be ruined in the process, but there should be plenty to spare. If a few extra stems were left on deciduous fruit trees when they were pruned earlier, while blooming. Forsythia and Oregon grape should also be pruned after bloom, but with difdoes not need to be pruned annually, and may only need to be occasionally groomed of deteriorating stems. If and when it gets pruned, the oldest canes should be cut to the ground to favor newer canes. Forsythia canes should be cut to the ground after their second year. Red twig dogwood and small willows that are grown for the color of their twigs must be pruned aggressively to produce new twigs for next winter; but there is no while they are at their best. It is better to wait until just before new foliage is about to come out and obscure the twigs. They can be pollarded or coppiced. This applies to pussy willows as well. Clumping grasses will start to grow
canes should be pruned out as they get replaced by newer canes. soon so can be shorn of their old foliage from last year that likely started to look rather tired by the end of winter. If left
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the old growth from last year, as the old growth lies down next to it and continue to decay. Once new growth develops, it will damaging the new. Clumped grasses will look silly longer if shorn too early. Oregon grape one of the most useful of timber trees in America, was selected as the state tree.
the tight clusters of tiny bright yellow trast handsomely against the glossy and deep dark green foliage. The pinnately compound evergreen leaves are larger than they seem to be. The
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30. Self-centeredness 35. Land measure 37. Crucifix 39. “Sesame Street” regular 40. *In 1992 De Niro was nominated for “Cape ____” 41. *Best category 43. Tiresias in “Oedipus Rex” 44. Desert mirage 46. S-shaped molding 47. Dionysus’ party 48. “____ the unexpected” 50. Celestial bear 52. Rolodex abbr. 53. Purple precipitation 55. Before, old English 57. *Evacuation location 61. *Olympic hopeful’s story 64. Deprive of weapons
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Shelving Your Books By Pam Hudson
Books Aplenty, Books Galore same book multiple times, lines her book shelves with books of every genre,
away her books? Create visually appealing decor, book by book, or course! Tall ceilings and stairways create the perfect backdrop for
forget to actually OPEN the hall closet door and put our things INSIDE as we walk somewhere less suitable. For some crazy reason, the hall closet
issue with the accumulation of book dust, an organizing maven), her books runneth over, and her traditional bookshelves can no longer accommodate her collection. So,
Replace your traditional bookcases avoiding any gaps in between, and go to town sorting and shelving your books (Dewey Decimal, alpha by author, color, size), and create a wallpaper-like atmosphere with your books. Or, if you have stairs, line the walls of the stairwell with ledges, row upon row. If edit your belongings, most libraries gladly accept book and magazine donations that they sell and give away, then use the patrons. Transform your hall closet into a functional “drop zone” very home needs a central “drop zone” for shoes, backpacks and jackets, but
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uses physically larger water droplets to provide what it describes as “the feeling of more water without using
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soaking spray through its four nozzles, which create a much denser spray pattern than the ring of spray holes found on most budget showerheads,” reports Wirecutter. Yet another way to cut down on water waste in the shower is by using a so-called “shower timer” that lets scrubbing. Waterproof timers go from might be the best investment in water conservation you could make. A more Manager, a battery-powered device that you install between an existing showerhead and its supply pipe in order to 26 / March 2018 / Aptos Capitola Soquel Scotts Valley Times
coats on bulky hangers, random cleaning supplies, and the vacuum cleaner. Instead, rethink that hall closet, and convert it very simply into a truly convenient, accessible and functional drop zone for the family. We door we just walked through. To make it more accessible, remove the door and gussy it up inside with wallpaper, paint and wainscoting so it looks like an attractive nook. To create a fully functional space, regardless of how small it may be, install plenty of heavy-duty hooks, shelves, a stationary bench for removing shoes with a roll-out shoe bin directly below, and a resting place for smaller items, like incoming mail, a dog leash, keys and pocket change. And remember to install
to remind family members where their items belong (and keep them accountable
closer to an organized home. Pam Hudson, owner of Simplify With Pam, a professional organizing business here on the Central Coast works with busy families, individuals and small businesses, as well as people who are downsizing, relocating and moving. Visit: www.simplifywithpam.com
ratchet down the flow significantly or shuts the shower off completely after a pre-set period of time. up our baths, there are some things we can do to keep the water waste to a minimum. For starters, plug the drain before you start running the water and adjust the temperature as it fills up. Also, only fill up the tub to the minimal and washed. And truly committed environmentalists can find a way to reuse the “graywater” from the bathtub to irrigate your garden or water your houseplants, either by rigging up some kind of hose system or just with a plain old bucket. Contacts erheads, www.epa.gov/watersense/ w w w. d e l t a f a u c e t . c o m / d e s i g n innovation/innovations/shower/ “Best Showerhead cutter,” thewirecutter.com/reviews/
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March Breakfast Meeting
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Business Debtors Anonymous at all levels of experience from If you have a project or idea and Overeaters Anonymous Spring Mentoring Program starts want to spend time working on it, 9:05 a.m.-10:15 a.m., Sutter beginners to more advanced. Church, Parish Hall, 532 Center come work with us! Maternity & Surgery Center, 2900 Street, Santa Cruz. your voice and share it effecChanticleer Ave., Santa Cruz Overeaters Anonymous San Lorenzo Community Band vereaters Anonymous is a recovering from debting on tively. Everyone is welcome! Follow us on Facebook: Practice Sessions For more information: 831-425-3272. Facebook.com/AptosNoonToast- 7:30-9 p.m., San Lorenzo Valley for those who have a problem at Anna Jean Cummings. Catalyst, o you have problem with masters or more info: (831) High School Band Room (F-1) with food. food? Come join us for a he San Lorenzo Valley Overeaters Anonymous Visit www.santacruzoa.org for Community Band meets every young players become better current times and locations of with the solution. Teens and adults Second Wednesdays Thursday at SLV High School. other meetings, or call our Hotline welcome. It will be held in the o you have a problem with Santa Cruz Sons in Retirement To register, go to www.catalystAnne Hutchinson Room. read music. food? Come Join us for a soccer.com. For more info, call Monthly Meeting (831) 419-0347. Noon, Elks Lodge at 150 Jewell group with the solution group St. Second Mondays with the solution. Teens and Nar-Anon Santa Cruzhis statewide group of retired Second and Fourth Thursdays adults welcome. Includes Invisible/Alienated men invites you to be our guest Cabrillo Host Lions Club Greater Bay Area (GBA) Grandparents Support Group compulsive overeating, anorexia Meetings Friday March 9 of Northern California and bulimia. 2:30 - 4 p.m., Christ Lutheran hat is co-dependency? What is Caregiver University: UnderLocated in the Gazebo Room. lunch and learn something new 100 Aptos Creek Road. enabling? What is this insanity? ed by Dr. Pat Hanson author of from a top notch guest speaker. ant to make a difference in standing Alzheimer’s Disease and Am I the only one who feels this way? our community? Join the Related Neurocognitive Disorders Join Nar-Anon, world wide a Legacy of Love Whether You Cabrillo Lions Club twice every 1-3 pm, 1777-A Capitola Road, fellowship of relatives and friends of Tuesdays & Thursdays Can Be There or Not this will be Second and Fourth Wednesdays month and see what you can do Santa Cruz a safe structured environment for Orientations to Become his seminar is an introWellness on the Cancer Journey to help in Santa Cruz County. sharing stories if you so choose, Advocates for Children Please RSVP cabrillolions@ us at our Sunday evening meeting and learning healthy ways to deal disease and related neurocoggmail.com at Sutter Hospital (Sutter Room) earn how to safely support with separation from anyone. nitive disorders. Learning of your body and emotions Co-sponsored by Alienated ASA volunteer Advocates Helpline: 831-291-5099 or contact through the journey of Cancer Fridays Grandparents Anonymous www. disease can be extremely saveyoursanity@aol.com. from diagnosis to softening the Drop-in Grief Support AGA-FL.org a national organiupsetting, even frightening. training. Court appointed special Visit our Northern California website impact of chemo, radiation, and 12-1 pm, Hospice of Santa Cruz zation that provide information Facing up to the possibility of advocates are everyday people that, recovering well from surgery. for meeting listings in our area and County, 940 Disc Dr., Scotts Valley a brain impairment inevitably region: www.naranoncalifornia.org/ and support to grandparents who with just a few hours a week can ospice of Santa Cruz County shifts perceptions, relationships feel alienated or estranged to their have a lifetime of impact for a child norcal/meetings energy, weakness, digestion, grandchildren. and priorities. who has been abused or neglected. immune support, grief, stress and support group for adults grieving Questions: pat@invisiblegrand By the end of this workshop If you would like to participate more. the death of a family member or a in the next Advocate training Feel free to bring your partner or friend. This group is a place where explain what a neurocognitive contact cita@casaofsantacruz.org care team to this free class. Please you can share stories, learn tools disorder is, identify three signs Mondays & Tuesdays come fed; water is available. for coping, and receive support of a neurocognitive disorder, Weekdays WomenCARE ARM-in-ARM Limited Seats. Please register from people who care. differentiate normal memory 12:30 2 p.m. Wednesdays all attendees on Eventbrite — CASA Orientations to Become For more information, please call loss from symptoms of a brain omenCARE ARM-in-ARM Wellness on the Cancer Journey In Praise of Poetry (831) 430-3000. Advocates for Children impairment, name two types support group for women Feb. 28 thru Mar. 28 or call 831-254-3270 to RSVP. ASA empowers volunteers to of neurocognitive disorders with advanced, recurrent and 5:30 pm to 7 pm, Capitola Com- Address given upon registration First Fridays each month metastatic cancers. Meets weekly munity Center, 4400 Jade Street, receipt. disease, name two strategies for Friday Shakespeare Club Capitola foster care. Court appointed preventing or delaying neuro10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Peace separate meeting every First and Last Wednesdays Each Month United Church of Christ at 900 cognitive disorders, and name special advocates are everyday Third Tuesday every month. explore and write several forms people that, with just a few hours a Santa Cruz County Prostate two care planning strategies High Street, Santa Cruz of poetry. From Acrostic to Haiku; Cancer Support Group week can have a lifetime of impact urious about Shakespeare? 2273 for more information and to from Ode to Triolet — and a few 7-9 p.m., Katz Cancer Resource for a child who has been abused or The Friday Shakespeare Club register. No cost to attend. neglected. Center, 3150 Mission Drive, SC members discuss the life, times, and learning and creating. Gain More info www.casaof santacruz. anta Cruz County Prostate Tuesday March 27 Mondays & Wednesdays exposure to new poets, forms, and Cancer Support Group has been Sons in Retirement Luncheon styles, while unearthing your own Alzheimer’s Association or go to fridayshakespeare.org or 11:30 am, 7500 Old Dominion voice. This inspiring class is for First Mondays: 2-3 p.m., in the community. facebook.com/fridayshakespeare. Court, Aptos free support groups for family anyone with an interest in poetry. First meeting of 2018 will be in Watsonville ptos Sons in Retirement is Novices as well as seasoned poets February 28th. Second Tuesdays: 5:30-7 p.m. Friday Shakespeare Club 2nd & 4th Mondays having a buffet luncheon in Capitola facilitated by Jill Ginghofer, of Santa Cruz fruitful. Third Wednesdays: 5:30-7 p.m. 1st & 3rd Wednesdays Thursdays 10 am - noon, Peace United in Watsonville Co-working Unbound Church, 909 High Street of the Treehouse Childhood Third Thursdays: 2-3 p.m. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Live Oak Cancer Initiative. She will in Santa Cruz Call 800 272 3900 for more Geezer Golfers Library, 2380 Portola Drive, in Santa Cruz. The club meets to information. Third Fridays: 12-1 p.m. 8:15 a.m., Valley Gardens Golf Santa Cruz study the life, works and times of through childhood cancer, in Aptos William Shakespeare. Members share describe the origin of the Tuesdays Scotts Valley is headed to the Live group readings and insights, discuss Treehouse Childhood Cancer eeling over par? So are we, the Mondays Writing/Discussion Meeting Oak library! Join us for free history, and universal themes found Initiative and discuss TreeGeezer Golfers of Santa Cruz. Caregiver Support Group co-working in the company of in his plays and writings. 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Peninsula Banjo Band
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You have the chance to really get some deep thinking done as the month begins. Quieting loose and having a good time. In the end, your sense of responsibility will probably overtake as March ends. The next few weeks are about love, beauty, and getting the most bang for your buck. Talk about your favorite things!
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a technology developed in Denmark, a helicopter towed a geophysical meaand seawater interface along the coastline. The results of this study are planned for release in late March. More Grant Funding! Last month activities to further evaluate the Pure Water to get more good news from the State the Santa Cruz Mid-County Groundwater Agency for the development of a mandated groundwater sustainability plan. We appreciate the statewide and local stand, manage, and sustain our precious groundwater resources for generations to come. In light of the dire water conditions happening right now in Cape Town, South
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