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Over 100 community members attended the April 18 Rio Del Mar Improvement Association Meeting (RDMIA). The highlights of the bi-annual event included the introduction by Donna Townsend of the Association’s plan to help finance, support and install improvements to Hidden Beach Santa Cruz County Park. Full Story page 5

Local Seawater Contamination Last spring, beachgoers in the mid-county area may have seen a helicopter flying just offshore, towing a large hoop at the end of a long cable, several hundred feet above the surface of the ocean. This was an advanced, airborne technology called SkyTEM, gathering data to produce high-resolution mapping of the groundwater aquifers beneath the ocean floor. On shore these same groundwater aquifers contain

Soquel Creek Water District’s (SCWD) drinking water supply. The final report from that high-tech survey, commissioned by the Santa Cruz Mid-County Groundwater Agency (MGA) and released earlier this year, has confirmed the locations, extent, and imminent threat of seawater contamination of this crucial local groundwater supply. ... continues on page 4

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Community News RDMIA News by Noel Smith Cesar Chavez Middle School Receives $20,000 Grant Valencia Construction Starting Mid-April • Water Project Pays Off in a Big Way PVUSD Welcomes Staff to Key Vacancies • Aptos-La Selva Fire Department Hires New Chief “Down To Earth Women” Luncheon • Earthquake Safety • Shoulder Widening On Highway 1 and 17 • Surf City Exchange Club of Santa Cruz • Aptos/La Selva FD Badge Pinning and Award Ceremony 2018 Aromas Country Garden Tour • Seascape Beach Resort Names New General Manager Hospice of Santa Cruz County Honors Volunteers Disco-style! Kids and Water Go Together 2018 Human Race Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Operation • Kaiser Permanente Sponsors Small Business Summit Medical Reserve Prepare For Mobile Hospital • Santa Cruz High School Athletics Hall of Fame Needs Your Support Healthcare Beyond the Clinic Mark Stone Named Legislator of the Year The Adventures of Tom Sawyer: The Musical • The New World String Project to Perform at Episcopal Church of St. John

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SCWD provides water to over 40,000 residents in Aptos, Seascape, La Selva Beach, Soquel, and the City of Capitola. In addition to providing water to homes, the SCWD also supports many businesses with their 18,000 jobs, 22 parks, and 18 schools. The Santa Cruz mid-county groundwater basin — comprised of several underground aquifers, that extend from the mountains to the coast and offshore under the ocean floor — is the sole source of water for the SCWD and its customers. The basin’s aquifers are also the sole source of water for Central Water District, private well owners, and small mutual water systems in the mid-county area. The State of California identified the Santa Cruz Mid-County Groundwater Basin as critically over-drafted because seawater contamination is occurring at the coast and poses a significant threat of contamination to the fresh drinking water that the community relies upon. The MGA — which includes the SCWD, Central Water District, City of Santa Cruz, County of Santa Cruz and three private well representatives — are urgently concerned with seawater intrusion, which had already been detected in monitoring wells near Pleasure Point, Seascape, and La Selva Beach. To understand the full scope of the problem, data was needed to identify the fresh water/saltwater interfaces in the groundwater basin offshore. To manage the basin’s precious groundwater effectively, the MGA needed information to know how close seawater intrusion is to the shore, what portions of the water supply aquifers are threatened by seawater contamination and where and the direction that intrusion is spreading. The MGA’s concern about seawater contamination is further validated by the fact that seawater intrusion is already 3-miles inland in the Watsonville area and 8-miles inland in the Monterey region.

“This information is essential in understanding both the immediate and future risks to the drinking water wells from seawater contamination,” said John Ricker, Water Resources Division Director at the County of Santa Cruz. To get this data, the MGA (including the SCWD) commissioned a hydrological investigation into the condition of the groundwater basin, with Danish engineering and design firm Ramboll, who interpreted the survey data gathered by SkyTEM, a Danish geophysical survey company. These groundwater assessment technologies where developed in Denmark, when seawater contamination and farming practices threatened groundwater supplies in that country. The final report of that scientific investigation was presented to the MGA Board of Directors at their meeting on March 15, 2018. The results confirmed the locations, extent, and continuing threat of seawater contamination to our groundwater basin, and also point to additional critical problem areas.

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“The science is in — seawater intrusion was verified to be significant at both the north and south ends of the District,” said Ron Duncan, General Manager of Soquel Creek Water District. “Even in areas where the District’s monitoring wells onshore didn’t detect seawater, the report shows that seawater intrusion is very close to shore — meaning without supplemental supplies it’s only a matter of time before that saltwater reaches those water wells.” In the northern part of the study area, the report confirmed that the near-surface aquifer holds fresh groundwater, but the deeper sections contain brackish, seawatercontaminated water. According to the report, in the eastern area there is fresh water to a depth of about 165 feet, but below that depth is primarily salty water. And to the south, the water becomes increasingly brackish with increased salinity levels where saltwater has already contaminated the Aromas Red Sands aquifer in the La Selva Beach area. “The quality of this technology has given us data which is conclusive,” says Duncan. He notes that the State of California recently signed an agreement with Denmark to gain access to their latest water technology and management techniques and apply it for statewide research, including much of the technology that the SCWD and MGA used for this survey. The data is significant in how the SCWD and its MGA partners can address this critical groundwater contamination problem. Duncan says that detailed 3D geological representations of the subsurface, hydrological models, and scientific analysis of the data all point to an urgent need to develop additional supplies that will ensure the health and sustainability of the groundwater basin. “SqCWD” page 7

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RDMIA News

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ver 100 community members attended the April 18 Rio Del Mar Improvement Association Meeting (RDMIA). The highlights of the bi-annual event included the introduction by Donna Townsend of the Association’s plan to help finance, support and install improvements to Hidden Beach Santa Cruz County Park. Scott Grady, Vice President of TLC (the shopping center’s owner) then gave an indepth update of progress on the renovation of Rancho Del Mar. Second District County Supervisor, Zach Friend, then gave a “Community Governance Update” covering several county responsibility areas including affordable housing, county control of the two lots next to the Seabreeze Tavern, and cannabis regulation.

Hidden Beach Park his County Park is a 1.5-acre gem in Rio Del Mar where families, neighbors, and visitors gather. The park was dedicated in 1992 and has been a community favorite ever since. Funds raised by the RDMIA will be for park improvements including picnic table and area upgrades, an ADA (American with Disabilities Act) compliant porta-potty structure, and upgrading the children’s playground. Private donations, and funding by the SC County Parks Department, would cover the potential costs for the project estimated at $150,000. Rancho Del Mar Shopping Center rady spent time going over in some detail on the work in progress and planned for the Rancho Del mar Shopping

Center. Summarizing his report: The three buildings undergoing the most construction are the former theater which is being almost totally replaced, the former Comerica Bank Building, which is undergoing major renovation including Scott Grady its electric, water and sewage systems and Comerica Bank is moving to the former location of the Windjammer. Current schedules show that Erik’s Deli could re-open in May followed sometime in summer or early fall with Comerica Bank and several other new tenants, which were not named. Also not named is the tenant for the former KFC location that is almost completed. The Rite Aid Building’s renovation should be completed this summer along with the former theater building. The last to be completed in late fall would be the Aptos Shoe & Apparel building with its adjacent spaces, and the former Comerica Bank building which will have several new tenants, again not named by Grady. As the tenants are finalized with a signed lease, he assured the crowd that they would be announced. Other improvements: improved lighting to be installed, public dining and gathering area in front of Erik’s, landscaping, and the downward slope from Aptos Shoes to Erik’s Deli to be made ADA compliant. No improvements are planned for the gas station. “RDMIA Meeting” page 7

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curriculum. The program helps students develop the in-demand knowledge and skills they need to succeed in the rapidly advancing, technology-based economy. Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, superintendent, stated, “We are fortunate to have community partners, such as PLTW and Verizon, that recognize the need and the value of computer science pathways. The term “techquity” highlights the importance of having equity in access to technology for students. Cesar Chavez is thrilled to have this grant to develop a powerful computer science program.” “Cesar Chavez” page 7

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associated with implementing the units. They will also support professional development for teachers and provide schools with equipment including tablets and software. Project Lead The Way (PLTW) is a nonprofit organization that provides a transformative learning experience for K-12 students and teachers across the U.S. More than 10,500 elementary, middle, and high schools in all 50 states and the District of Columbia offer PLTW programs. n ••• For more information on Project Lead The Way, visit pltw.org.

person suggested that there be a bandstand and dance area for entertainment on the lots similar to the one in Capitola. There County Update riend reminded the assembly that the are no plans for the Seabreeze Tavern itself application deadline for measure J as long as the owner meets his obligations and pays the property taxes. housing is May 18, 2018. Contact According to Friend, Santa the County Planning Department Cruz County is one of only 10 at 701 Ocean St., 4th floor in local governments (Counties and the Santa Cruz County Govcities) in California that is putting ernment Building for a Measure together a complete set of regulaJ Packet. The drawing will take tions for both the medical and place Friday, June 1, 2018. Four recreational cannabis industry, one-bedroom units and one which includes growing, protwo-bedroom unit are expected Zach Friend cessing and selling. In the in summer or fall of 2018 and in late 2019 a one-bedroom unit, two two- growing process, the county is proposing bedroom units and two three-bedroom no growing in residential of agricultural units. This is for first time homebuyers and zones, only in light industrial/manufacthere are deed restrictions on the resale of turing zones. This is an ongoing evolving process. the units, In the rail/trail area there is a study to The county has taken ownership of the two lots adjacent to the Seabreeze Tavern determine which is better for commuting: and is looking for non-permanent tenants rail, non-rail transit, or trail only. The mood of the meeting was positive such as food trucks or surfboard rentals. The plan is to eventually make this a per- and inquisitive on the part of both the premanent public area. During the Q&A one senters and those assembled. n “RDMIA Meeting” from page 5

“SqCWD” from page 4 The SCWD and its MGA partners at the City and County of Santa Cruz are currently exploring supply and aquifer replenishment options for addressing the seawater intrusion threat to our MidCounty drinking water supply. Central Water District does not have coastal wells, but is also concerned about saltwater intrusion and seeks to educate the public in a way that creates an understanding of the need for action in a balanced approach. The local community has done a great job of reducing water use during the last several years, and is urged by the MGA to continue its water conservation efforts. MGA water agency managers all agree that water conservation, along with moving

water production wells further inland has reduced the imminent threat of seawater intrusion, but a longer-term response is needed to ensure groundwater sustainability into the future. Toward that goal, as part of the SCWD’s Community Water Plan and the City’s Water Supply Advisory Commission Report is to explore the development of new water supplies including: stormwater capture, water transfers, use of desalinated water, and use of purified recycled water to replenish the groundwater basin. n ••• For more information visit: soquelcreek water.org and midcountygroundwater.org ••• Cover Photo: Taj and Brice with the SkyTEM device.

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Valencia Construction Starting Mid-April O ver the last two years, the community has seen many upgrades on facilities throughout Pajaro Valley Unified School District, including making certain that school restroom facilities are ADA compliant and modernizing classrooms. After completing the construction bid approval process, Valencia Elementary School will begin to see its bathroom upgrade project mid-April; the Board of Trustee approved the contract with Kent Construction for this project. The bathroom modernization project, originally scheduled to take place during this summer, will begin on April 20 to allow for the much-anticipated installation of six modular classrooms to take place during this summer. These classrooms will replace the current portables numbers 23 – 28. The District will use a combination Measure L

funds and district funding to complete the $1.5 million dollar projects. The Maintenance and Facilities (M&F) Department’s administration has been working closely with Valencia administration to plan project logistics around students’ instructional time and ensure the least disruptive schedule and timeline and what to expect during the next couple of months of improving Valencia. Throughout the projects, district and site administration will collaborate with teachers, students and staff to ensure student safety and a continued sense of normalcy amidst construction at Valencia. The M&F department will collaborate closely with the construction company to ensure that all established guidelines are well implemented. “Our staff and community are pleased to begin with these projects; we look forward to welcoming the students to the 2018-19 school year with safer and new installations,” said Caryn Lane, Valencia Principal. PVUSD is thankful to the community for their support of Measure L, as these projects would not be possible without

these contributions from the District’s caring community. If you are interested in learning more about Measure L, please visit our website, www.pvusd.net or click on this link, to

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Water Project Pays Off in a Big Way

Optimized Recycled Water Facility Increases Deliveries WATSONVILLE — The Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency (PV Water) recently brought on line a new storage tank that is making it possible to deliver even more recycled water for agricultural irrigation. Growers using recycled water reduce their need for well water.

“This past year the agency, working closely with the City of Watsonville, completed construction of the $4.6 million, 1.5 million gallon recycled water storage tank and improved the distribution pump station facility. The new tank provides us the ability to treat and store nighttime flows and distribute the recycled water during the day,” explained PV Water General Manager Brian Lockwood “We have an increased volume irrigation supply which ready each day for distribution to coastal farms. The additional storage is part of PV Water’s plan to optimize recycled water deliveries, which is an important part of our plan to /stop seawater intrusion and groundwater overdraft” he added. Lockwood concluded, “This project was made possible by Federal and State grants (Title XVI, Prop 84, Prop 1), which helped fund the Recycled Water Facility and recent improvements. We are proud of this work and plan to celebrate with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on May 3, 2018” “PVWMA” page 10

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PVUSD Welcomes Staff to Key Vacancies WATSONVILLE — In Pajaro Valley Unified School District’s continued endeavor to hire professional, dedicated and skilled personnel, we are thrilled to introduce to the community three new members of the District Office Administration team to replace vacated positions: Chief Finance Officer he Business Services and Operations Department welcomes Mr. Joe Dominguez as Chief Finance Officer. He is replacing the CBO position vacated by Melody Canady  in November 2017. His official start date is April 9, 2018. Mr. Dominguez is Joe Dominguez excited to join the PVUSD family. He previously served as the Deputy Chief of Facilities,  Planning & Bond Development for Oakland Unified School District providing fiscal oversight of a $600 million bond program that funded new construction and modernization of

additional classrooms, new schools and enhanced learning  environments with energy efficient heating, lighting and solar upgrades. Mr.  Dominguez is also a proud product of the public educational system and continued his commitment to higher education by obtaining a B.S. Business Management and Masters in Business Administration and received his CBO certification through Fiscal Crisis & Management Assistance Team (FCMAT) in partnership with School Services of California. Director Technology Services Department VUSD’s Technology Services Department has a new Director replacing Mr. Tim Landeck who vacated the position in January 2018: we are pleased to introduce Mr. Dan Weiser to his new role with Dan Weiser PVUSD. Mr. Weiser, who self- describes as “a native to the use

of technology in education,” graduated from UCSC with a MA in education and bilingual teaching credential in the mid 1990’s. He began as a teacher at Freedom Elementary before discovering how integrating technology projects into his curriculum motivated and inspired students to make great progress academically. This experience launched him into exploring various areas of emerging technologies, especially networking and digital curriculum and put together some of the first computer labs in PVUSD and most recently as an Assistant Director for Technology Services, where he has designed and coordinated large-scale network and server infrastructure upgrades at every school in the district. Human Resources Director for Certificated Staff uman Resources is delighted to welcome Mrs. Alison Niizawa as the Director for Certificated Staff, replacing Mr. Ken Woods who left the position in June 2017. Until this appointment, Mrs.

Niizawa was the Principal at Pajaro Valley High School. She was born and raised in Santa Cruz county and attended Cabrillo College and San Jose State. Mrs. Niizawa has worked in Watsonville since she was 15 years old. She started her teaching career here at PVUSD and Alison Niizawa has been a part of the Pajaro Valley High School community for 14 years. Mrs. Niizawa’s administrative credential and MA in Educational Leadership, as well as her experience as a teacher and administrator, as a collaborator in the negotiations team, and in staffing evaluation and administration, will be a valuable resource for the department and the certificated staff she will serve. n ••• PVUSD invites the community to welcome Mr. Dominguez, Mr. Weiser, and Mrs. Niizawa to their new position!

Aptos-La Selva Fire Department Hires New Chief

he Aptos/La Selva Fire Protection District Board of Directors announced their selection of Aaron Lowe as the District’s new Fire Chief. After a thorough five-month nationwide recruitment and selection process, Chief Lowe was selected from a field of 31 applicants. As a 24-year veteran of the fire service, Chief Lowe has worked in all operational ranks, from firefighter up to Interim Fire Chief for the City of Chico, California. He has also served as a member of U. S. Forest Service’s Incident Management Teams for the past 13 years. Chief Lowe has had extensive experience managing

multiple divisions within the fire service, including Operations, Training, Community Risk Reduction, and the City of Chico’s Emergency Management/ Disaster Preparedness program. With an Associate Degree in Fire Service Technology and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Fire Administration, Chief Lowe comes well prepared to lead the District into the future. His experience serving as an active member in State and National emergency management associationsaswell as involvement with several community non-profit organizations makes him very well suited to serve and protect the citizens and visitors of the Aptos/La Selva Fire Protection District.

“We are excited to welcome Aaron to the Aptos/La Selva family,” said Board President Joe Foster. “In addition to his wealth of experience, it was Aaron’s enthusiasm for the position and his desire

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to be a part of the community that shined through during the selection process.” Chief Lowe is married to his wife of seventeen years, and is the proud father of two sons. n

“Down To Earth Women” Luncheon Featured Speaker Kathryn Lukas he 11th Annual Down to Earth Women (DEW) Luncheon will be held on Thursday, May 10 at Driscoll’s Rancho Corralitos located at 242 Corralitos Rd. from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This event is for women involved in, or supporting, agriculture in Santa Cruz Kathryn Lukas County and the Pajaro Valley. The purpose of the luncheon is to raise funds for Agri-Culture’s Focus Agriculture program, the Jimmie Cox Memorial Scholarship fund and the Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau’s educational programs. The featured speaker will be Kathryn Lukas, Owner, and Farmhouse Culture, who will speak on, “Getting Down with Live-Culture Foods.” Kathryn, a Santa Cruz local who started this business in her kitchen, is now shipping her products throughout North America. Also speaking at the event will be Meghan Clifton, recipient of the 2018 Jimmie Cox Memorial Scholarship. The Mistress of Ceremonies for the event will be Brittany Nielsen, News Anchor KSBW Action News 8. Women are invited to attend this afternoon event. The ticket price is $100. ••• ‘Earthquake Safety’ entral Fire Protection District would like to take this opportunity to remind everyone about earthquake safety. The key to surviving an earthquake is by preparing ahead of time and following some simple safety rules during a quake. Before An Earthquake 1. Prepare an emergency kit of food, water and other supplies for every member of your family (including pets)

2. Practice emergency drills with your family members or co-workers 3. Organize your neighborhood or workplace to be self-sufficient after a quake. During An Earthquake 1. Duck, cover and hold until the shaking stops 2. Be aware of possible falling objects indoor and out 3. Don’t panic After An Earthquake 1. Check your home for damage. 2. Listen to news broadcasts for emergency information. 3. Be prepared for aftershocks. Take the time to prepare your family for the effects of an earthquake. Contact your local Fire Department or the Red Cross for more information. More information is available on the Central Fire District website at www. centralfpd.com ••• Shoulder Widening On Highway 1 And 17 Intermittent lane and connector ramp closures overnight Sunday – Thursday SANTA CRUZ COUNTY — A project to widen the shoulder and construct a turnout for maintenance vehicles will begin on Highway’s 1 and 17 in various locations started Monday, April 16. Highway 1 – Motorists traveling in both directions of Hwy. 1 can expect intermittent lane and connector ramp closures Sunday night through Friday morning during the overnight hours from 9 pm until 6 am. Highway 17 – Motorists traveling in both directions of Hwy. 17 can expect

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intermittent lane and connector ramp closures each Sunday during the overnight hours from 8 pm until 5 am and Monday night through Friday morning from 7 pm until 6 am. Local Street Traffic Control – Motorists will also encounter one-way reversing traffic control on surrounding local streets Sunday through Thursday from 9 am until 4 pm and Sunday night through Friday morning during the overnight hours from 9 pm until 6 am. Electronic message boards have been posted to alert motorists. Drivers can expect delays not to exceed 20 minutes. This project will enhance safety for the public and highway workers. This project is expected to be complete this December. ••• Surf City Exchange Club of Santa Cruz Strengthen America By Honoring Old Glory hen was the last time you displayed the American flag? The Surf City Exchange Club of Santa Cruz will honor a person or business with the 2018 Proudly We Hail Award in honor of their patriotic display of the American flag. The Proudly We Hail Award is an ® Exchange Club program that honors Americans who display the nation’s banner properly and regularly. It attempts to encourage all Americans to proudly fly the American flag outside their homes or businesses as evidence of their love and respect for this nation. The Surf City Club will present a special plaque to commemorate the recipient as its 2018 awardee. The Club is asking members of the public to nominate individuals or businesses they feel deserve this honor. Please mail complete contact information for your nominee to 226 Benito

Ave, Santa Cruz, 95062-2114 or send via email to ExchangeiteDave@pacbell.net. ••• Exchange, America’s Premier Service Club, working to make our communities better places to live, invites likeminded people to join us in serving our community. ••• Badge Pinning & Award Ceremony he Aptos/La Selva FPD invites all employees and family to attend a very special Badge Pinning & Award Ceremony on Thursday, May 3 (see attached flyer for details). The ceremony itself is open to District employees and family members only, due to room capacity limits. A public reception to meet & greet the recipients will begin directly following the ceremony (approximately 6:30 PM, in the downstairs Apparatus room) at Aptos/La Selva FPD Station 1 – 6934 Soquel Drive, Aptos. All members of the community are welcome to attend this reception! Recipients include: • Fire Chief Aaron Lowe - Promotional Badge Pinning for Fire Chief • Captain Mike Kretsch - Service Pin, 20 years • FF/PM Zach Wilson - Service Pin, 10 years • Captain Nigel Miller - Service Pin, 10 years • FF/PM Carl Steinmetz - Service Pin, 5 years • FF/PM Dan Hamilton - Service Pin, 5 years • FF/PM Brandon Houston - Service Pin, 5 years • FF Miguel Rodriguez - Promotional Badge Pinning, Firefighter. n For more details, contact our Administration Office at 831-685-6690

overdraft and halt seawater intrusion in the Pajaro Valley. n ••• PV Water is a Groundwater

Sustainability Agency whose mission is to protect and preserve the water resources within the agency’s jurisdiction, generally the greater coastal Pajaro Valley.

“PVWMA” from page 8 Recycled water was in January 93% of the PV Water’s supplemental supply delivered to growers and in February were 87% recycled water. Lockwood noted, “That’s water we didn’t have to pump from our over drafted aquifers, water that would have flowed unused out to the bay. The new tank also helps to protect our environment and regional economy.” The increased storage at the

Recycled Water Facility is just one project included in a comprehensive Basin Management Plan that describes diverse solutions to reduce groundwater

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Community News

2018 Aromas Country Garden Tour A romas is unique in so many ways, quaint, friendly, beautiful and they have the best garden tour that is coming up so mark your calendar for May 12, the day before Mother’s Day. From 10:00 am to 4:00 pm ten lovely gardens will be open to the public. Take pictures, buy handmade art from artists stationed in each garden, and enjoy a day in the country, and here’s an idea, bring Mom or

Grandma along. Featured gardens range from well designed, drought tolerant spaces; others mature and ever changing as plants and trees increase in size and beauty; some gardens are hilly, others are flat and sunny. But most of the gardens are a melding of shady paths, sunny open areas and wonderful views. Recent rains have left their mark, incredibly beautiful flower and vegetable gardens. Among the flowers and trees you will see artist’s displays of jewelry, pottery, photos, collage, greeting cards, hand painted Ukrainian eggs, paintings, stained glass, books by local authors and so much more. You might even purchase a special Mother’s Day gift while listening to Jessie sing and play his guitar. Start your tour at the Aromas Community Grange, corner of Rose Ave. and Bardue Ave., where tickets sell for $15.00 and $10.00 for seniors. Get an early start as the gardens close at four. You might want to start at garden number 10 and work back to number 1 to avoid the crowds. See you in Aromas Saturday, May 12. n

Seascape Beach Resort Names New General Manager

eascape Beach Resort has named Tim McGregor as its new general manager who is pleased to be back living and working on the Monterey Bay. McGregor most recently managed a collection of Woodside Hotel properties, including the Indian Springs Resort and Spa in Calistoga and before that the Napa Valley Lodge, Bodega Bay Lodge, and Monterey Plaza Hotel. He confessed that “my family loved living in Monterey and sort of cursed me for moving away; we are all happy to be back.” McGregor is happy to be leading Seascape into the future as a premier Monterey Bay resort and corporate beach retreat. He is working to maintain the resort’s high level of service and elevate the guest experience whenever possible.

“ We ’ v e completed upgrading our pool areas and are underway on the guest room renovation project which should take about a year to complete. We’re doing it in phases to minimize impact on our guests,” said McGregor. Seascape’s new general manager is married with two children and loves to ski, golf, play tennis, and do just about anything that gets him outdoors. When asked about his new role, he stated, “Working at a renowned resort like Seascape and living on the Monterey Bay is about as good as it gets.” n ••• Seascape Beach Resort (seascaperesort.com) is part of the Holcomb Family of businesses, which includes Palapas Restaurant y Cantina (palapasrestaurant. com), Seascape Wine and Spirits, and Holcomb Real Estate and Development. (holcombrealestate.com) 11 / May 1st 2018 / Aptos Times www.tpgonlinedaily.com

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Aptos Schools Scoreboard (* = League Game)

Aptos High School Baseball

Season Record: (13-4, SCCAL 5-1) Coach: Jason Biancardi Aptos 3 – Harbor 2 (Apr 24, H*) Saratoga 7 – Aptos 5 (Apr 23, A) Aptos 11 – Santa Clara 4 (Apr 21, A) Aptos 4 – Scotts Valley 2 (April 20, A*) Aptos 3 – Soquel 1 (Apr17, A*) Aptos 13 – Mendota 4 (Apr 14, H) Aptos 5 – N. Salinas 3 (Apr 11, H)

Softball

Season Record: (9-6, SCCAL 7-0) Coach: Phil Rojas Jr. Aptos 8 – SLV 3 (Apr 24, A*) Aptos 5 – Scotts Valley 4 (Apr 19, H*) Aptos 14 – Scotts Valley 2 (Apr 18, H*) Aptos 3 – Soquel 2 (Apr 17, H*) Aptos 7 – St. Francis 3 (Apr 12, A*)

Boys Volleyball

Season Record: (15-3, SCCAL 10-1) Coach: Jacob Landel Aptos def Harbor (3-0) (Apr 20, H*) Aptos def SLV (3-0) (Apr 18, A*)

Aptos def Pac. Collegiate (3-2) (Apr 13, A*) Aptos def Mt. Madonna (3-1) Apr 11, H*)

Boys Golf

Season Record: (12-1, SCCAL 11-0) Coach: Jamie Townsend Aptos 203 – Harbor 245 – St Francis 298 (Apr 24, Spring Hills) Aptos Scoring: (M) Cole DeFrancesco and Nick Gavasse 38; Jake Lanagan 40; Johnny Staka 43; Adam MacDonald 44 Aptos 215 – Hollister 236 (Apr 17, San Juan Oaks Par 36 Back 9) Aptos Scoring: (M) Jake Lanagan 40; Johnny Staka 41; Nick Gavasse 43; Cole DeFrancesco 44; Adam MacDonald 47; Max Stobaugh 51 (NS) Aptos 190 – Santa Cruz 260 – St. Francis 305 (Apr 12, Seascape Par 34*) Aptos Scoring: (M) Cole DeFrancesco, Adam MacDonald and Santa Cruz, Paul Soetaert 35; Nick Gavassee 38; Max Stobaugh 39; Johnny Staka and Jake Lanagan 41 Aptos 185 – Harbor 206 – Santa Cruz 242 (Apr 10, DeLaveaga Par 34, Fr. 9*) Aptos Scoring: (M) Cole DeFrancesco & Johnny Staka 35; Nick Gavasse & Adam MacDonald 38; Jake Lanagan 39; Max Stobaugh 40 (NS)

Aptos Jr. High Co-Ed Golf

Coach: Brent Welsh (PGA Professional) Branciforte – 139 vs. Aptos 168 (Apr 23, Casserly) Aptos Score: Joey Mackle 38; Shane Garvey 39; Nick Leggett 45; Kyle Hannigan 46; Giselle Goyette 48 (NS); Patrick Mackle 48 (NS) “Scoreboard” page 16

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Award-Winning Choreographer to Help Train Songleading Team

he Aptos High School Songleading Team announced that John Peters a nationally recognized and awardwinning choreographer would come to Aptos in May to help train and develop team dancers for the upcoming season. The AHS Song Pom Team performing high-energy athletic dance routines is part of the Aptos High School Athletics Department. John Peters is easily recognized as one of the Nation’s most innovative and award-winning choreographers in the worlds of Dance, Cheerleading, and Sports Entertainment. Recent choreography projects include live performances with Bebe Rexha, James John Peters Corden, Craig David, Tone Loc, and Snoop Dogg. He is the choreographer for the Los Angeles Rams Cheerleaders, and has choreographed for numerous pro sports teams including the Denver Broncos Cheerleaders, Los Angeles Charger Girls, San Francisco 49ers Gold Rush, New England Patriots, Sacramento Kings, Golden State Warriors, Utah Jazz, L.A. Spark Kids, L.A. Clippers, Los Angeles Laker Girls, as well as the entire league of XFL Cheerleaders, and the NFL Pro Bowl Cheerleaders from 1993 - 2000. Collegiate Cheerleading and Dance credits include the BYU Cougarettes, Duke University Dancing Devils, Clemson University Dance Team, University of Oregon Dancers, Stanford University Cheerleaders,

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Aptos Songleading team — Front: coach Erin Baldwin — From left: Kaylie Kinkead, Fiona Nathan, Maggie Chapman, Katelyn Fernandez, and Kelsey Mackle. — Not Pictured: Madison Hernandez, Xochitl Cardona, Muriel Clarke UCLA Dance Team, USC Trojan Dance Force, and the USC Song Girls. In addition, John has choreographed countless winning routines for College, High School, Studio, and All-Star Cheerleading and Dance Champions. Team Head Coach Erin Baldwin, and assistant Coaches and Dance Instructors Jill Steel and Caitlin Fahey are excited to be working with John to provide this once in a lifetime training opportunity to our local AHS Song Team. This opportunity has been made possible with the support and sponsorship from the Aptos High School Boosters, Deluxe Foods of Aptos, and Circle Star Motors. n

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Kids Camps

Building Self-Esteem Away From Home O ne of the many joys of parenthood is helping children navigate new waters. And, while often these situations are met with hesitation, slight anxiety — or in the case of some first-time campers, homesickness — it is these moments that develop the twenty-first century skills needed in adulthood. New situations, such as going away to camp, serve as teachers in life’s classroom — developing leadership, self-esteem, teamwork, independence, and problem solving. It’s important, even critical, for parents to help children overcome any feelings of hesitation in order to help them grow. Take camp, for example. From a child’s perspective, camp is fun, fun, fun! Parents know that camp provides immeasurable growth opportunities, and is a vital part of childhood. As the day approaches, even the most excited campers sometimes get nervous about being away from home. “Homesickness is completely normal,” said Michael Thompson, consultant, author, and psychologist in a recent PBS Parents article. “If a child loves

American Camp Association® (ACA) suggests the following advice to help alleviate anxiety and get a jump start on life’s lessons.

his or her parents and has a good home, why wouldn’t he or she feel some longing for mom, for dad, for the dog, or for home cooking?” It is up to parents to help ease

the transition to camp, and help their children grow from the experience. The

• Encourage independence throughout the year. Practice separations, such as sleepovers at a friend’s house, which can simulate the camp environment. • Involve children in the process of preparing for camp. The more they own the decision, the more comfortable they will feel being at camp. • Make sure to understand the camp’s philosophy on how issues, such as homesickness, are addressed. Talk candidly with the camp director to understand his/her perspective on the adjustment to camp life. • Discuss what to expect at camp before leaving for camp. Consider role-playing anticipated situations, such as using a flashlight to find the bathroom.

Santa Cruz County Parks and Recreation 979 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 Phone: 831-454-7941 web: www.scparks.com Santa Cruz County Parks has something for everyone this summer: Science Explorations and Art Studio 95003 for ages 6-12 at Aptos Village Park; Nature Adventure, Science Sleuths, Beginner Backpacking, & Nature Journaling Day Camps at Quail Hollow Ranch; a variety of Baseball Camps at Polo Grounds Park; La Selva Beach Summer Recreation for ages 6-12; Swim Lessons at the Simpkins Swim Center; Zombie Camp at Aptos Park for ages 11-14, and more! For more information or to register, visit www.scparks.com. A wide variety of summer camps and activities are offered. Camps run June 11 thru August 10 • Swim Lessons run June 9 thru August 18

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• Reach an agreement ahead of time on calling each other, but make sure to honor the camp’s policy on phone calls. • Send a note or care package ahead of time to arrive the first day of camp. Acknowledge missing the child, in a positive way. For example, saying “I

am going to miss you, but I know that you will have a good time at camp,” lets the camper know that families are thinking about them, but confident in their ability to adapt to camp. “Self-Esteem” page 16

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“Scoreboard” from page 12 Aptos – 150 vs. Baymonte – 156 vs. SV – 177 (Apr 18, Seascape-6H Par 24) Aptos Score: (M) Cody Gavasse 33; Josh Zardo 34; Shane Garvey 38; Aiden Farmer 46; Jake Browning 45 (NS) Aptos 140 – Mission Hill MS 142 (Apr 11, DeLaveaga–6H Par 22) Aptos Score: (M) Cody Gavasse 27; Joey Mackle 37; Josh Zardo 37: Malia Fort 39: Jake Browning 43 (NS); Caitlin Welsh 46 (NS) •••

Kids Camps

“Self-Esteem” from page 15

• Pack a personal item or two from home, such as a stuffed animal or favorite book. • Avoid bribing behaviors. Families send the wrong message when they link a successful stay at camp to a material object. Families should focus on the real rewards — like new found confidence and independence. • Don’t plan an exit strategy. If a “rescue call” comes from the child, offer calm reassurance and put the time frame into perspective. While most incidents of homesickness pass quickly, parents know their child best. If

May Golf Schedule May 2 Aptos vs. Shoreline vs. Mission Hill @ Seascape May 3 Aptos vs. San Lorenzo Valley vs. Good Shepherd @ Seascape May 9 Aptos vs. Shoreline vs. San Lorenzo Valley @ Valley Gardens May 14 2018 Middle School Golf Tournament 10 schools competing for league championship n

parents have concerns (for example, the child is not eating or sleeping, or appears overly anxious), they should immediately talk to their camp director. Camp staff are trained to identify and ease homesickness, and are a valuable resource for parents as well as campers. ••• For more information on preparing your child for an independent, fun-filled summer, visit www.ACAcamps.org. Or, follow ACA on Facebook and Twitter for helpful hints and camp information. ••• Reprinted by permission of the American Camp Association. ©2018, American Camping Association, Inc.

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Catalyst Soccer has been developing players AND coaches on the Central Coast for over a 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 build a player’s confidence and creativity with the ball at their feet. • Problem Solving — Passing effectively and accurately, possession type games, combining with teammates, give and go’s and other passing exercises. • Short-Sided — Games with smaller numbers (5v5 or 3v3) allow players to simulate real game situations while maximizing their touches on the ball.

Jim Booth Swim School is known for its gentle classes where infants are taught to swim and are never dunked or forced. Parents feel comfortable that they are starting their children in a safe and sensible way. Jim Booth Swim School gives children of all ages the foundations required to be great swimmers for their entire lives. Mike Bottom, a member of the U.S. Olympic Swim Team said, “This is the way to start babies in the water.” There are now 2 locations to serve you: Watsonville and Santa Cruz’s Harvey West Park. For more information call Jim Booth Swim School at (831)722-3500 or visit www.jimboothswimschool.com.

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Community News

Hospice of Santa Cruz County Honors Volunteers Disco-style!

n recognition of National Volunteer Week, Hospice of Santa Cruz County honored its volunteers at Holy Cross Parish Hall on Thursday, April 19. The event also celebrated the organization’s 40 years of care and service to the community. Volunteers were transported back to 1978, when the organization started, with a disco-themed celebration. This honoring of the 250+ volunteers is fitting. Hospice of Santa Cruz County was started in 1978 by a few caring volunteers who happened to be young mothers who were also nurses and caring was part of their DNA.

When they saw a local family struggling with cancer and learned that the young father wanted to remain at home with his family at the end of his life, they asked themselves how they could help to make that happen. As these three nurses started helping people live and die at home, another group of volunteers formed in our community. This group saw that seriously ill people had unique needs, and they began reaching out to provide emotional support, shopping and running errands for people they didn’t even know — they just knew their com-

munity needed support. They began helping families to cope with their grief and loss. When these two groups of volunteers learned about each other, they realized they could be more effective together and joined forces to become Hospice Caring Project. Thirty years later, in 2008, the Board of Directors suggested that the organization was no longer a project, but a vital community service and the name was changed to Hospice of Santa Cruz County. Today, Hospice of Santa Cruz County provides hospice, transitional care and palliative care services to over 250 patients and their families each day and supports hundreds of hospice families and community members through their grief. Volunteers are an essential part of the program and serve in many different capacities: • Trained Volunteer Visitors provided 3,768 visits to patients and families last year. • Volunteer Visitors, more than twice the Medicare requirement and national average of 5%, conducted 11% of all Hospice visits. • The Pre-Med Volunteer Visitor program, a collaboration with USCS, received the California Hospice and Palliative Care Association Outstanding Program Achievement Award in 2017. “Volunteers” page 20

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Kids and Water Go Together T hink of the best times in your life and they probably involve … … Water with family day at the beach, pool parties, surfing or snorkeling in pristine tropical waters. So when you start your kids in swim lessons, you’re immersing them in the beginnings of some great memories. Babies benefit from the water in so many ways: the gentle caressing feel of water lets them move and be active and

that contributes to their development. With mom and dad guiding them in exploring this fun environment it also guarantees that they’re safe while discovering the basics to become confident swimmers. It’s fine to start in a warm bathtub. Being together is fun for both of you. As they follow their instincts to experiment encourage bubble blowing, let them play and develop confidence. They’re safe because they’re with you. Because you’re relaxed and smiling they’ll relax and have fun. As a parent you don’t have to be an expert swimmer, in fact you don’t have to swim at all. The biggest part of becoming a great swimmer is love of the water and that is what you can give your child! At four months babies can start swim lessons and of course you’ll still be in the water with them. Make sure the pool is clean and warm; we prefer 94 degrees. If you’re outdoors use sunscreen and even consider a little hat. It’s important to be in a group with a lot of happy playing kids with an experienced teacher who will guide you.

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Pediatricians don’t recommend private swim lessons for babies and toddlers because they don’t need intense instruction and will benefit from the activity around them. This is called ‘guided discovery’ which is giving them the opportunity to experience this new watery environment and develop the skills for success. We’re lucky to live here by the Monterey Bay. We have miles of beaches to play on and the examples of all the life in the sea. Mama sea otters help their newborn babies learn to swim and stay near them to keep them safe. And watch the grey whales migrating north in the spring, their mothers are near them and protecting them on their journey. Introducing your children to swimming is natural and so important. Water covers most of the earth and is always near us here is Santa Cruz County. Learning to be safe and confident starts early and results in a lifetime of enjoyment. These early skills will provide rewards for a lifetime.

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2018 Human Race

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ace Day Basics: 5 mile walk or run along West Cliff Drive followed by the Human Race After Party on Saturday, May 12. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and the race starts at 9 a.m. The race begins and ends at 2300 Delaware Ave in Santa Cruz. Community members who are interested in providing a donation, joining a team, or walking/ running on Race Day can learn more at www.humanracesc.org More than 125 non-profits, schools, and community groups will raise funds for their favorite community cause and will culminate with a Race Day Walkathon and Fun, Saturday May 12th, 2018 when more than 2000 individuals are expected to converge along West Cliff Drive for a day of celebration. Race Day includes a family friendly five-mile walkathon and fun run along West Cliff Drive, food, live music and festivities. “We are thrilled to roll out the red

carpet to create an award winning day at the race for all of our shining stars. Not only can you expect the usual features of a people’s parade of lively costumes and banners, free food, and music along the course but we will also have a post race family friendly fair and plenty of fun activities for all ages. We look forward to

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working with all of our partners to make this our most successful year yet,” states Volunteer Center Director of Community Development Mariah Tanner. Join a team as a fundraiser, or make a donation and participate on Race Day. Over 10,000 donors annually give to participating teams, making the Santa Cruz County Human Race the largest collaborative fundraiser on the central coast. In the last five years alone, event proceeds have infused more than one million dollars into the local service sector. “The Santa Cruz County Human Race hosted by the Volunteer Center, is now in it’s 38th year, and as such is the longest running Human Race event in the country. The race is a fundraising mainstay for many small to mid-size non-profits in our county and it is truly a one of a

kind resource for non-profit agencies and community groups to reach a level of fundraising success that they could not achieve alone,” states Tanner. “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 our goals. Participating teams collectively raised over $400,000 and engaged thousands of donors from near and far. The top 5 teams each took away $15,000 or more in donations,” continues Tanner. “Each year this fundraising campaign brings the community together in such a joyous fashion to raise needed funds for local organizations. We are fortunate to have a dedicated core of supporters who truly make this annual process and Race Day a local event like no other,” states Tanner. To help participating teams achieve their fundraising goals and reach supporters, the Volunteer Center provides all teams with event support and free access to a top of the line peer to peer fundraising website run by Kimbia where agencies can receive online donations and visually track financial progress. n ••• For more information contact Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County Human Race Support Staff at 831-427-5070 or humanrace@ scvolunteercenter.org

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• The organization’s pet companion volunteer visitors made 612 visits to patients and families last year. • Grief support volunteers provided 1455 grief support sessions to hospice families and grieving community members • Volunteers also helped to support 60 children last year at Camp Erin, an annual camp for grieving children • Outreach volunteers help community members complete Advance Healthcare directives and support educational movie nights and death cafes • The Friends of Hospice volunteer group present events and raise funds for the organization • Volunteers serve on the Board of Directors and various committees

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“We are incredibly fortunate to have such a thriving volunteer program,” said CEO Michael Milward, “Our volunteers are our greatest advocates. They understand the power of what hospice can do for families as they navigate all that comes at the end of a life and they share our vision that all people in this community can live and die with dignity,” he explained. n

Community News

Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Operation T he California Highway Patrol is conducting an Enhanced Enforcement Operation focused on Pedestrian Safety. As part of its ongoing efforts to improve pedestrian safety in Santa Cruz County the California Highway Patrol (CHP) will be conducting a pedestrian safety enforcement operation that will focus on motorists and pedestrians who

fail to yield the right-of-way or who take unsafe and illegal actions. The enforcement operation will take place on 4-25-2018 at multiple crosswalk locations within the county. Since 10/2017 Santa Cruz County has experienced 3 fatal traffic collisions involving pedestrians. The most recent tragedy occurred on 2-5-2018 when a pedestrian was struck by a Honda Civic on Soquel Dr. while crossing the street. The CHP is committed to preventing these tragic deaths and is leading the effort with proactive enforcement and education programs. The CHP is conducting this public awareness and enforcement program to educate and encourage members of the community to develop and maintain safe practices while driving, walking, and bicycling throughout Santa Cruz County. CHP officers will conduct enforcement operations at heavily traveled crosswalks identified as having a high number of pedestrian fatalities and injuries. Officers dressed in plain clothes will be crossing the street while uniformed officers monitor the crosswalk

for motorists and pedestrians who fail to yield right-of-way. Drivers and pedestrians stopped during this safety operation may be issued warnings or citations. Crosswalk enforcement actions are an effective way to communicate pedestrian right-of-way laws to both drivers and pedestrians. The CHP con-

ducts pedestrian enforcement actions in response to community requests and to educate the public on the rules at marked and unmarked crossings. n ••• Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Kaiser Permanente Sponsors Small Business Summit

aiser Permanente and the County of Santa Cruz are pleased to announce Kaiser Permanente has joined the 3rd annual Micro Business Summit on May 4 as a presenting sponsor. “Part of Kaiser Permanente’s mission is to improve the health of the communities we serve. Small businesses are the lifeblood of our communities. They are a resource for our neighbors and a rich source of jobs. Kaiser Permanente Santa Cruz County is pleased to support the County of Santa Cruz 82% Micro Business Summit,” said

Niraj Singh, Executive Director, Kaiser Permanente Santa Cruz County. “For more than 60 years, Kaiser Permanente has offed quality care and coverage to local communities. Kaiser Permanente has a track record of community involvement, and we are grateful to see the Micro Business Summit added to that record of support,” Barbara Mason, Santa Cruz County Economic Development Coordinator, said. The Micro Business Summit is produced by the Santa Cruz County Office for Economic Development and the Santa Cruz County Small Business Development Center along with: • Slingshot SV •The Root Group • and Andersen Media & Communications. Participating sponsors include Workforce Santa Cruz County • Santa Cruz County Department of Public Works/Green Business Program • Santa Cruz SCORE • Lighthouse Bank • Santa Cruz County Bank • Bay Federal Credit Union • Santa Cruz Community Credit Union • Times Publishing Group • Palace

Business Solutions • Martinelli’s • Marble Bridge Funding Group • Cabrillo College • KSCO Radio • KSBW • Santa Cruz Sentinel • Santa Cruz Record • Santa Cruz Waves • City of Santa Cruz • Cruzio Internet • Santa Cruz Tech Beat and Cat & Cloud Coffee. Tickets for the “82% Micro-Business Summit” are on sale at www.microbusinesssummit.com. Participants will be able to choose from a range of more than 40

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dynamic speakers, with breakout seminars on cryptocurrency, marketing, managing cash flow, advertising, social media and more. The event includes an afternoon mixer and complimentary breakfast and lunch. Enrollment is limited to 300 participants. “82% Micro-Business Summit” Friday, May 4 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Cabrillo College, Erica Schilling Forum 6500 Soquel Drive #450, Aptos. n

Community News

Medical Reserve Prepare For Mobile Hospital

SANTA CRUZ COUNTY — The Santa Cruz County Health Services Agency and members of the County’s Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) on Monday began training exercises using the County’s firstever Mobile Medical Hospital. Awarded by the State of California Emergency Medical Services Authority and housed at Watsonville Community Hospital, the Mobile Medical Hospital enhances our disaster response capabilities by increasing our resiliency and expanding the resources available to assist residents in the event of a natural or man-made emergency. “The Mobile Medical Hospital is a critical piece of our disaster response infrastructure,” Arnold Leff, M.D., the county’s

health officer and Medical/Health Operations Area Coordinator said. “This greatly increases our medical providers’ ability to care for the community during its hours of greatest need.” The Mobile Medical Hospital has multiple functions and can be configured to address a variety of scenarios. Due to unique challenges during catastrophic weather created by the County’s unique geography, the Mobile Medical Hospital also reduces Santa Cruz County’s dependency on outside aid during wildfires, tsunamis, earthquakes or other events. • During a flu pandemic, the Mobile Medical Hospital may be used as an “Alternate Care Site” to handle any overflow of patients requiring hospitalizations for respiratory care. • During mass casualty incidents, a single tent can be deployed for on-site triage, or the complete unit can be used as a surgical hospital. • If hospitals or clinics are damaged during a natural disaster, the complete Mobile Medical Hospital can be set-up at or near the facility to provide continuity of care. • During a health fair, a single tent can be deployed for demonstrations and to engage the public in issues such as disaster preparedness and County disaster response.

The Mobile Medical Hospital is a self-contained unit equipped with all necessary equipment other than disposable supplies and staff. The Santa Cruz County Medical Reserve Corps, a group of 400 volunteers with varied healthcare professional backgrounds, are tasked with staffing the Mobile Hospital when it is deployed. The MRC is holding an upcoming

recruitment for licensed and un-licensed health care volunteers, who are invited to pre-register on the Disaster Healthcare Volunteer website. “There is a great need for credentialed respiratory, physical and occupational therapists, but there are ways for all health care professionals to get involved,” MRC Coordinator Nancy Yellin said. “We invite them to contact us as soon as possible.” n

Santa Cruz High School Athletics Hall of Fame Needs Your Support

he Santa Cruz High School Athletics Hall of Fame Inc. is seeking community support as it prepares to announce and honor 76 former Cardinal athletes and coaches who have been inducted. “We have extensive plans to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of these individuals,” said Board President Tom Curtiss, a 1957 SCHS graduate. “We are asking for sponsorships and donations to realize our plans,” he said.

Curtiss said a large permanent recognition board has been designed and will be prominently displayed in the gym. The board of directors has planned a recognition luncheon in the fall and will announce the date and venue once it can cover expenses. “Very simply,” said Curtiss, “we need money in the bank to make all this happen.” He added that a business-sponsorship program is also being organized. The organization began as a selection committee five years ago and is now tax-exempt 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation (Fed.I.D. #82-1816791), meaning that all contributions are tax deductible, said Curtiss. There are two ways to donate, either by going to the HOF website at http://schsathleticshof.org or by mailing a check to: SCHS Athletics Hall of Fame Inc., P.O. Box 522, Soquel, CA 95073. Please include your address and/or email address so you can receive a receipt. The SCHS Athletics Hall of Fame is not affiliated with the committee that selected 10 former athletes and 22 / May 1st 2018 / Aptos Times www.tpgonlinedaily.com

coaches to the inaugural Hall of Fame commemorating SCHS’s Centennial celebration in 1995. Those inductees will be honored along with 66 additional inductees who played or coached from 1920 through 1979. Future directors will honor athletes and coaches from subsequent decades. “Our initial committee and board have put in literally hundreds of volunteer hours to make the Hall of Fame successful and sustainable,” said Curtiss. “I call on my fellow alumni and others to join this worthy cause. Any donation will help.” n ••• Curtiss also asked that you “Like” the HOF on Facebook by visiting www.facebook.com/schsathleticshof/

Healthcare Beyond the Clinic

Community News

Pajaro Valley Community Health Trust Hosts Diabetes Forum

n Friday, March 23, the Pajaro Valley Community Health Trust hosted the 15th Annual Diabetes Forum. The Forum, convened the Health Trust’s Regional Diabetes Collaborative, explored the theme Healthcare Beyond the Clinic: Addressing the Social Determinants of Health. Kaiser Permanente, Palo Alto Medical Foundation/Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center Santa Cruz, Watsonville Community Hospital, Santa Cruz Naturals and Dignity Health/Dominican Hospital sponsored the event. Approximately 80 participants filled the King Community Room at the Health Trust, including representatives from Second Harvest Food Bank, Salud Para la Gente, PVUSD, El Pajaro CDC, the Community Foundation of Santa Cruz County and the County’s Health Services Agency, among others. Caitlin Brune, CEO of the Health Trust, opened the day by observing that health outcomes in the U.S. continue to lag behind other middle- and upper-income countries. She remarked, “Factors in our environment – neighborhood safety, housing quality, the presence or absence of economic opportunities, access to green space and libraries – have a bearing on health and well-being. Indeed, recent research indicates that zip

code is a stronger predictor of a person’s health than his or her genetic code.” Shelly Barker, Projects Manager at the Health Improvement Partnership of Santa Cruz County and facilitator for the forum, shared how worries over making one’s monthly rent payment function as obstacles to seeking and obtaining necessary health and social services. Survival needs — food, shelter and safety — naturally take precedence and may be overlooked in healthcare settings. Elsa Mendoza Jimenez, Director of Monterey County Health Department, acknowledged that only 20% of health outcomes and longevity is due to access to clinical care. “Eighty percent is due to where we live,” Ms. Jimenez noted. In 2017 Monterey County Health Department received the Arnold Perkins Award for excellence in public health from a field of more than 300 candidates for its innovative and far-reaching implementation of Health in All Policies. Following Ms. Jimenez was MidPen Housing’s Director of Housing Development for the Central Coast region, Betsy Nahas Wilson, and Director of Resident Services for Seniors, John Savage. She and Mr. Savage highlighted MidPen’s approach to housing devel-

Betsy Wilson, Director of Housing Development for MidPen Housing’s Central Coast office opment, which Mr. Savage summarized as, “Housing is healthcare.” Ms. Wilson cited that political will, coupled with creative financing partnerships between nonprofits and the City, and greater public support for increased housing density could lead to dramatic progress

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in resolving the region’s affordable housing crisis. Maria Cadenas, Executive Director of Santa Cruz Community Ventures, described a vision of greeting every newborn in Santa Cruz County with a $25 deposit into a college savings account (CSA). Children with CSAs are three times more likely to attend college, Ms. Cadenas remarked. Reid Norris, Executive Director of Everyone’s Harvest in Marina, shared how doctors’ prescriptions for fresh produce leads to improved nutrition and health status for low-income individuals who face food insecurity or who are struggling with diet-linked chronic diseases, including diabetes. Rich Puente, Pajaro Valley Unified School District Administrator of the Health Start Collaborative, observed how schoolbased health and fitness activities and Family Resource Centers based at school sites can promote early intervention that sets children on a path toward lifelong health. CalFresh benefits, and Second Harvest’s Food for Children program, all of which are intended to foster well-being and good health. The forum’s audio file and slide presentations will be available on the Health Trust’s website: www.pvhealthtrust.org. For information about how you can help locally to address the social determinants of health, contact Veronica Camberos, Director of Programs at the Health Trust, at vcamberos@pvhealthtrust.org or 831761-5639. n

Featured Columnist

Hedges Are Like Green Fences H

By Tony Tomeo

edges are a complicated topic! Like lawns, they are among the more functional features of a landscape. They can be used to provide privacy within, obscure unwanted views beyond, or merely to separate a large landscape into cozier or more functional spaces. Except for hedges that are grown for spring flowers or autumn color, most hedges are evergreen with finely textured foliage. Informal screens, which might also be know simply as informal hedges, can function like hedges, but are a bit different.

State tree and flower of Virginia.

They are not regularly shorn, so do not need such finely textured foliage. They are either compact plants that stay proportionate to their particular situations, or are grown outside of a refined landscape, where they have plenty of space to grow wild to their natural size. Although they do the work of fences and walls, hedges do not substitute for them. Fences are relatively ‘low maintenance’. Hedges are quite ‘high maintenance’. They need everything that other plants need, as well as dutiful shearing. Espaliers, trellised vines or vines clinging to fences or walls are also very different, with their own intense maintenance requirements and innate problems. Most hedges were shorn late last summer or early autumn, but have not done much since then. They should have been shorn early enough for new growth to toughen up a bit to not look shabby or sparse through winter. Now that hedges are growing again, they will need to be shorn again. If space allows, shearing of photinia hedges can be delayed until the red new foliage fades to green. While hedges get shorn, any volunteer plants that have self-sown into them must be removed. Different species of shrubs

or vines that sneak in will ruin the symmetry. This is also very important when adding new shrubs to replace any that might be missing. Even different cultivars of the same species will exhibit different color and growth rates. The sides of hedges should be sloped slightly inward at the top to allow more sunlight to reach the bottom, and to compensate for faster upper growth. Dogwood Flowering dogwood, Cornus florida, seems like it should be more popular here than it is. It blooms spectacularly in April. The foliage can color nicely in autumn. Mature trees are proportionate to medium sized or smaller suburban gardens. However, the limiting factor to their popularity in the local climate is that they are understory trees that prefer to be in the partial shade of larger trees. They certainly do not need to be shaded all day. Nearby trees or tall buildings that shelter them during the hottest part of the afternoon might be sufficient. Foliage that is too exposed gets roasted by hot sunshine or drying breezes while the weather is warm, especially if exposure is enhanced by glare from nearby walls or pavement. Otherwise, flowering dogwood is not overly demanding.

Hedges function like fences or walls.

The abundant white, pink or rarely brick red bloom is actually comprised of modified colorful leaves known as bracts. Each cluster of tiny green flowers is surrounded by four upward facing bracts. Simple paired deciduous leaves develop after bloom. The leaves of some cultivars are variegated with white or yellow. Mature trees can reach upstairs eaves but typically stay lower and broader. n ••• Horticulturist Tony Tomeo can be contacted at tonytomeo.wordpress.com .

Solar Roofs: Making the Best Choice For Your Needs

Dear EarthTalk: I need to get my roof replaced as a result of storm damage (thanks global warming!). Is Tesla’s solar roof a good deal and do other companies offer similar products — with the photovoltaic cells integrated into the roofing material? — Kenny S., Vero Beach, FL ••• t would be a stretch to call Tesla’s new Solar Roof a “good deal” given that it costs more than just about any other rooftop solar option, but there are some scenarios where it might make sense anyway. For instance, some housing developments or homeowners’ associations don’t allow

traditional photovoltaic panels to muck up roof sightlines for aesthetic or other reasons, so solar collectors integrated into a traditional looking roof may be worth the extra expense. According to EnergySage, a solar information clearinghouse and matchmaker for 500-plus pre-screened solar installers, replacing a roof on a 3,000 square foot home in Southern California with another regular roof and then adding photovoltaic panels on top would run around $34,000 in gross costs all told ($8,000 for a new asphalt or slate roof and $26,000 for the photovoltaic equipment and installation). Of course, some solar installers will lease the panels to you, so you would just pay a smaller monthly fee akin to your old electricity bill. Meanwhile, gross costs for putting in a full Tesla Solar Roof top out over

$50,000, a 33 percent price premium for the sleeker look and added cool factor. But given all the turbulence in the solar industry in recent years, Tesla customers are also happy to pay a premium for the

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peace of mind of knowing they are dealing with a company that won’t be going out of business anytime soon. “Solar Tiles” page 26

Featured Columnist

The Fallacies of Drug Advertisements

am sure most of you have seen the plethora of drug advertisements on television, in newspapers, and other media. And, I am also sure some of you have bought non-prescription medications based on these advertisements. You probably even asked your healthcare provider to prescribe a prescription drug for you based on a TV ad. If so, the drug companies who manufacture these medications accomplished their goal. But are you really getting all the information you need to make an intelligent and informed decision about a drug product? Not in a one-minute commercial you can’t! The truth is you are only getting the drug company’s version in trying to sell you their drug. You do not get any information about the other drugs used to treat the same condition. Obviously, they do not want you to know about the competitor’s drug, which may be less expensive, and as effective, and possibly with fewer side effects. The drug manufacturing business is, well, a business. These companies take no oath to “…do no harm” as do healthcare providers. Rather they create drug products under the business adage caveat emptor,

By Ron Conte, Pharm.D.

Latin for “let the buyer beware.” This is not to say that drug manufacturing is a shady business. Many good products, life saving medications, have been produced by the pharmaceutical industry. However, as a pharmacist, I have spent much of my time counter-detailing specific drug company products. We need the facts, not “alternative facts”, to make intelligent and informed decisions about drugs. Your community pharmacist is a good source for unbiased information. Most pharmacists, and other healthcare providers, have spent hours reviewing clinical studies to determine which drug(s) is/are the choice for treating a specific medical condition. You will find that a pharmacist’s “one minute” version of a drug advertisement is not the same as what you see and hear on TV. Only two countries allow drug advertising to the general public: New Zealand and the United States. Drug ad spending is a more than $ 4.5 billion per year business. Drug companies will tell you that the high cost of a drug is not tied directly to drug advertising. But how else would you pay for advertising? These

drug ads are about directing choice and creating a demand, not to educate. One Pharma executive disagrees stating “… providing… accurate information… they (the public) are better informed about… options.” Really? If that is so, then tell us about all the options! Each day the Pharmacy Registry contains information about current lawsuits against the pharmaceu-

tical industry. Not surprisingly, most of these cases involve false and misleading advertising. Let me provide you with a few examples of drug advertisements and how wording and/or situations are skewed to favor the drug being promoted in the ad. “Drug Ads” page 31

Mother’s Day

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25. *Rebecca Pearson’s and Clair Huxtable’s network 28. CISC alternative 30. Kismet-related 35. Winglike 37. Audience’s rejection 39. Dinero 40. Yorkshire river 41. Tree in Roman Republic 43. Seating section 44. Poet’s concern 46. “Better Sound Through Research” company 47. Foul substance 48. Angry 50. Pharaohs’ cobras 52. German river 53. “____ in Show” 55. Wade’s opponent 57. *Carrie Fisher’s mom

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60. *Gifted arrangement 64. Shelf material 65. Mate 67. Supercharger 68. Artist’s model 69. U.N. labor agency 70. Was dressed in 71. Like one showing reverence 72. Mentally quick 73. Like a backpack

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11. Kind of delay 12. Belgian brew 15. Radiant 20. Hair-raising board game 22. Kind of person 24. Watercraft with skis 25. *Ashley and Wynonna’s mom 26. Gloomier 27. Social class 29. Balkan native 31. Campus military org. 32. Wavelike patterned silk 33. Part of small intestine 34. *Sent en masse 36. Snorkeling site 38. *#19 Across’ real-life mom 42. Reproduction, for short

45. Waterproof material 49. Luau souvenir 51. Compass point, pl. 54. Photo tint 56. Peer 57. Lateen-rigged sailing vessel 58. Dexterity 59. Had been phlebotomized 60. To dry ink, in the olden days 61. Pakistani language 62. Deep black 63. Chinese immigrant association 64. *Treat mom to this type of relaxing day 66. European peak © Statepoint Media

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California News

Mark Stone Named Legislator of the Year

Chiefs Cite Stone’s Commitment to Juvenile Justice and Successful Reentry Services SACRAMENTO — The Chief Pro- establishing fair and consistent juvenile bation Officers of California (CPOC) competency proceedings practices, and by awarded Assembly Member Mark Stone implementing key reforms to placements for youth in foster care,” said (D-Scotts Valley) as their LegStone. “I’m honored to be recogislator of the Year for his 2017 nized by CPOC membership.” session work during their all “Assembly Member Stone Chief Meeting in Sacramento has been a wonderful partner March 14, 2018. to CPOC and the probation “The members of CPOC profession in his work in the have worked so hard to ensure California Legislature by working that people succeed when they to reform our juvenile compego back to their communities. I Mark Stone tency system and being a fervent have been proud to support those efforts through legislation, particularly by supporter of reentry supports for those returning to our communities,” said Chief Jim Salio, President of CPOC. “We particularly appreciate Assembly Member Stone for being a fair arbiter of sound public policy and earnestly listening to all stakeholders when considering an issue. As a profession that values data and research, we especially value his support Asm. Mark Stone speaks to CPOC membership. for informed

“Solar Tiles” from page 24 Tesla is already the dominant force in the sector given its 2016 acquisition of leading residential solar installer SolarCity and vertical integration with electric cars and lithium-ion battery arrays. They also have pretty deep pockets: Tesla went public in 2010 and has been a darling of tech investors ever since. The first Tesla

Solar Roofs have already started going up in California, with a roll out to other states planned by the end of 2018. But Tesla is far from the only game in town when it comes to so-called “building integrated” photovoltaics (BIPV). Forward Labs, a venture capital backed Silicon Valley start-up, has started installing its own integrated solar roofing systems around the San Francisco Bay Area and plans to expand beyond California in 2019. Unlike Tesla’s tiled roof design, Forward Labs’ “single-surface” look— more akin in style to a metal roof—features layers of solar cells and tempered glass that can take on any color the customer chooses. The start-up claims its solar roofing technology can produce almost double the energy output of Tesla’s tiles while costing 33 percent less. While we know less about the technical details, the Japanese company Solar Frontier plans to roll out its own solar roof technology across Japan in 2019. Yet with all the hype about solar roofs, we can’t forget about the technology’s

Asm. Stone receives award alongside the Chiefs from his district from left to right: Monterey County Chief Marcia Parsons, Santa Clara County Chief Laura Garnette, Santa Cruz County Chief Fernando Giraldo. President of CPOC San Luis Obispo Chief Jim Salio presents the award. decision making and allowing evidence legislation. Additionally, he has written numerous laws to help people released and research to guide good public policy.” Stone represents California’s 29th from prison reintegrate into society as Assembly District. Now in his third term part of his commitment to criminal justice as a state legislator. He successfully fought reform and has worked to help juveniles to transform group homes for foster in the justice system get the mental health youth into places where youth can access services they need, and to ensure that they intensive therapy and services through can succeed in their communities when his Continuum of Care Reform (CCR) they are released. n

forebear, solar shingles. While not technically integrated into the roof, solar shingles lay flat on existing roofing, keeping a low profile and requiring less installation time than traditional photovoltaic panels or fully integrated solar roofs. RGS Energy’s PowerHouse and CertainTeed’s Apollo have been around since 2011 and can achieve efficiencies similar to traditional photovoltaic panels at a price point far below fully integrated solar roofing.

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Contacts: EnergySage, energysage. com; Tesla Solar Roof, tesla.com/solarroof; Forward Labs, www.forwardlabs.com; RGS PowerHouse, rgspowerhouse.com; CertainTeed Apollo, certainteed.com/ solar/products/. n ••• EarthTalk® is a weekly syndicated column produced by Doug Moss and Roddy Scheer for the non-profit EarthTalk. To find out more or submit a question, visit us at EarthTalk.org.

Community News

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer: The Musical T his will be a true adventure. Christian Youth Theater (CYT) Santa Cruz will perform its first live outdoor production at Enterprise Technology Center Amphitheater, 100 Enterprise Way (the old Borland building), in Scotts Valley.

This exciting show with 87 CYT cast members is going to be a true fast paced adventure! Tickets now on sale at: CYT-

SantaCruz.org

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is the irresistible story of a fourteen-year-old boy

growing up in the heartland of America, based on the classic novel. Filled with foot-stomping, toe-tapping songs by Don Schlitz (“The Gambler”) and with a book by Ken Ludwig, this musical adventure is a tale of thrilling escapes, comedy and inspiration for the whole family. Set in 1840 Missouri, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is the tale of young Tom Sawyer and the never ending mischief of which he so often finds himself a part; whether it’s matching wits with Aunt Polly, tricking his friends into whitewashing a fence for him or narrowly escaping the clutches of a murderous villain. Along with his best friend, Huckleberry Finn, and his love interest, Becky Thatcher, the greatest Tom Sawyer exploits are plucked from the book and plopped onto the stage. Aside from having one of the most recognizable titles from literary history, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is a superb family-friendly show. ••• Ten Performances • Friday, May 18 @ 6:00pm • Saturday, May 19 @ 1:00pm • Saturday, May 19 @ 6:00pm • Sunday, May 20 @ 12:00pm • Sunday, May 20 @ 4:00pm • Tuesday, May 22 @ 10:00am

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Saturday, May 26 @ 1:00pm Saturday, May 26 @ 6:00pm Sunday, May 27 @ 12:00pm Sunday, May 27 @ 4:00pm

The Amphitheater is a beautiful open air space with tiers of grass own for open seating. Your ticket gets you into your section, Not Your Specific Seat. Tier 1: $20 advance / $22 at the door. Tier 1 is preferred seating only and no child, senior, or reseller discount is available. For questions about handicapped accessible space email bobby@cytsantacruz.org for more info. Tier 2: $17 advance / $20 at the door Tier 3: $15 advance / $17 at the door Group Ticket Price (Ticket Minimum: 10), $13: Child Ticket Price, (Max Child Age: 12), $13: Senior Ticket Price (Min Senior Age: 65) Children 4 and under can attend with family for free. Welcome to our first show at Enterprise Technology Center in Scotts Valley! n

The New World String Project to Perform at Episcopal Church of St. John

he New World String Project is a brand new collaboration featuring John Weed (fiddle), Aryeh Frankfurter (nyckelharpa, Celtic harp) Lisa Lynne (cittern, Celtic harp) and Stuart Mason (guizouki, guitar). This newborn quartet presents extraordinary instruments and joyous music rooted in the Nordic and Celtic traditions. The concert will take place at Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist 125 Canterbury Dr, Aptos on Monday, May 7 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 for general admission and can be pre-purchased online at https://www.brownpapertickets.com/ event/3387105 New World String Project (https:// www.facebook.com/newworldstring/) brings together four players who weave a shimmering sonic tapestry from Celtic, Nordic and American folk traditions. Fiddler John Weed and guitarist Stuart Mason also play together in the longrunning Celtic band Molly’s Revenge. And Celtic harp master Lisa Lynne, who gained international renown via recordings and tours with the label Windham Hill, often

New World String Project (from left): Stuart Mason, Aryeh Frankfurter, Lisa Lynne, and John Weed. performs in a duo with NWSP-mate Aryeh Frankfurter, an expert on harp and Swedish nyckelharpa. Together, these intrepid string explorers take audiences on a thrilling, melodically exuberant musical ride.

Their unique hybrid weaves music rooted in the Celtic, Nordic and American folk traditions. Ancient and modern sounds mingle freely on Swedish nyckelharpa, Celtic harp,

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fiddle, guitar, cittern, guizouki, and more. n ••• Monday, May 7 at 7:30 p.m. Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist, 125 Canterbury Dr, Aptos

Community Calendar Aptos Chamber of Commerce

Saturday May 5

Kentucky Derby Party “Hats, Horses and History!”

2:30 – 4:30 p.m., Best Western Seacliff Inn, 7500 Old Dominion Ct, Aptos atch the Derby with us! Silent Auction, fabulous appetizers, no-host bar! Place your bets to benefit the Museum. Contest for best “Derby Hat” and “Dapper Derby Man.” Tickets: $30 Call 831-688-1467

Thursday May 10

May Breakfast Meeting

7:30 - 9:00 a.m., Best Western Seacliff Inn, 7500 Old Dominion Ct, Aptos oin us as we welcome the new Cabrillo College President, Matthew E. Wetstein. Bring plenty of business cards to network with other community and chamber members. Reservations: 831-688-1467 or esme@aptoschamber.com – Cost: $20 members/ $25 non-members

Friday May 18

Chamber Luncheon

11:50 -1:00 p.m., Seascape Golf Club, 610 Clubhouse Dr, Aptos oin us for a special luncheon with Secretary for Natural Resources for the State of California, John Laird. Get your tickets today by calling 831-688-1467 or email esme@ aptoschamber.com – Cost: $35

Santa Cruz County Supervisor District 4 Candidates’ Forum

5:30 pm, Watsonville Civic Plaza Community Room 275 Main Street 4th Floor his forum will cover important issues which will affect you in the upcoming election. Come and meet the candidates: • Greg Caput • Jimmy Dutra • Dr, Nancy Bilicich • Felipe Hernandez • Leticia Mendoza

Monday May 7

Assembly District 30 Candidates Forum Luncheon

11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m., Watsonville Elk’s Lodge 121 Martinelli St. all Chamber office at 724-3900 for tickets. Also available on Evenbrite. Tickets $35

Orientations to Become Advocates for Children

6 pm, 65 Nielson Street #121 Watsonville CA 95076 ASA volunteer Advocates receive 35 hours of specialized training. Court appointed special advocates are everyday people that, with just a few hours a week can have a lifetime of impact for a child who has been abused or neglected. If you would like to participate in the next Advocate training contact cita@casaofsantacruz.org or (831) 761-2956

guest at our monthly luncheon. You’ll meet kindred spirits, have a fine lunch and learn something new from a top notch guest speaker. Cost: $18. RSVP at 479-7096

can do to help in Santa Cruz County. Please RSVP cabrillolions@ gmail.com

Wellness on the Cancer Journey

12-1 pm, Hospice of Santa Cruz County, 940 Disc Dr., Scotts Valley ospice of Santa Cruz County is offering a drop-in grief 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. For more information, please call (831) 430-3000.

Fridays Second and Fourth Wednesdays Drop-in Grief Support

11-12:30 pm, Old Soquel Plaza earn how to safely support your body and emotions through the journey of Cancer - from diagnosis to softening the impact of chemo, radiation, and recovering well from surgery. We’ll address nausea, low energy, Wednesdays weakness, digestion, immune In Praise of Poetry support, grief, stress and more. Feb. 28 thru Mar. 28 Feel free to bring your partner or 5:30 pm to 7 pm, Capitola Com- care team to this free class. Please munity Center, 4400 Jade Street, come fed; water is available. Capitola Limited Seats. Please register n this invigorating class you’ll all attendees on Eventbrite — explore and write several forms of Wellness on the Cancer Journey poetry. From Acrostic to Haiku; from or call 831-254-3270 to RSVP. Ode to Triolet — and a few more Address given upon registration — you’ll have fun while learning receipt. and creating. Gain exposure to new poets, forms, and styles, while Last Wednesdays Each Month unearthing your own voice. This inspiring class is for anyone with an Santa Cruz County Prostate interest in poetry. Novices as well Cancer Support Group as seasoned poets will find the class 7-9 p.m., Katz Cancer Resource enriching and fruitful. Center, 3150 Mission Drive, SC Telephone FMI: (831) 475-6115 anta Cruz County Prostate Geezer Golfers Cancer Support Group has been 8:15 a.m., Valley Gardens Golf an active group for over 20 years Course, 263 Mt. Hermon Rd., in the community. Scotts Valley First meeting of 2018 will be eeling over par? So are we, the February 28th. Geezer Golfers of Santa Cruz. You’re invited to join us at 8:15am Thursdays every Wednesday at the beautiful Co-working Unbound DeLaveaga golf course at 401 Upper Park Rd. We enjoy a special 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Live Oak Library, 2380 Portola Drive, Santa Cruz rate for 9 or 18 holes. o-working Unbound is headed Questions? Call Jim at 831-685in Watsonville to the Live Oak library! Join us 3829. Third Thursdays: 2-3 p.m. Tuesdays for free co-working in the company in Santa Cruz Writing/Discussion Meeting of fellow Santa Cruz freelancers, Third Fridays: 12-1 p.m. 6:30-7:30 p.m., Christ Lutheran Aptos Noon Toastmasters independent professionals, 12:00-1:00p.m. Rio Sands Hotel, in Aptos Church, Gazebo Room, 10707 remote workers, creatives, startup 116 Beach Drive Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA 95003 (At founders, community organizers, ome join a dynamic, Hwy One and Freedom Blvd) ideators and more. Mondays supportive group of people o you have a problem with We welcome everyone to at all levels of experience from Caregiver Support Group food? Please check out our co-work with us at the library. Our beginners to more advanced. 12-1 p.m., PAMF, 2850 Comfree, friendly 12-Step support goal is to provide the collaborative mercial Crossing, Santa Cruz group with the solution. All teens We’re here to help you discover atmosphere of co-working to a your voice and share it effectively. broad spectrum of people who atz Cancer Center, PAMF and and adults welcome! Hospice of Santa Cruz County For current times and locations of Everyone is welcome! can benefit from the relationships, Follow us on Facebook: invite you to attend a Caregiver other meetings: www.santamutual support and connections Facebook.com/AptosNoonToastSupport Group for those caring cruzoa.org/meetings. Or call our essential to creating a thriving masters or more info: (831) for someone with a serious illness. Hotline at (831)429-7906. business. 236-1171 When a loved one is seriously ill, If you have a project or idea and it can be a challenge for the entire Business Debtors Anonymous want to spend time working on it, family. In this ongoing support Nar-Anon Watsonville come work with us! 5:15-6:30pm, Calvary Episcopal group, we will share stories, 6:00 p.m., Lutheran Community Church, Parish Hall, 532 Center learn tools for coping and receive Street, Santa Cruz. Church, 95 Alta Vista Avenue, San Lorenzo Community Band support from people who care. Watsonville (Adam Dan Hall in e specifically focus on Contact Hospice of Santa Cruz Practice Sessions back of the church) recovering from debting on County Grief Support Program. one’s business. 7:30-9 p.m., San Lorenzo Valley ar-Anon is a twelve step (831) 430-3078 support group for families High School Band Room (F-1) For more information: 831-425-3272. and friends of addicts. There are he San Lorenzo Valley no dues or fees to join. Just come Overeaters Anonymous Community Band meets every Overeaters Anonymous to a meeting. You will hear others, Thursday at SLV High School. 7:00pm-8:00pm, Soquel Congre- 6:30-7:30pm Christ Lutheran gational Church, 4951 Soquel Dr. Church, 10707 Soquel Dr. Aptos who are going through similar Dues are $30 a semester. You must problems, talk about how they o you have problem with o you have a problem with cope and find recovery. read music. food? Come join us for a food? Come Join us for a Call Teresa at 336-8637. To locate additional times and friendly free 12 step support group friendly free 12-step support locations of meetings, and to learn with the solution. Teens and adults group with the solution group more about Nar-Anon, please go Second and Fourth Thursdays welcome. It will be held in the with the solution. Teens and to our website at www.nar-anon. Anne Hutchinson Room. adults welcome. Includes Cabrillo Host Lions Club Any questions call (831) 429-7906 compulsive overeating, anorexia org or call 831-200-3756. Meetings and bulimia. 6:30 p.m., Aptos Village Park, Second Wednesdays Second Mondays Located in the Gazebo Room. 100 Aptos Creek Road. Call 831-429-7906 if you have Santa Cruz Sons in Retirement Invisible/Alienated ant to make a difference any questions Monthly Meeting Grandparents Support Group in our community? Join Noon, Elks Lodge at 150 Jewell St. 2:30 - 4 p.m., Christ Lutheran the Cabrillo Lions Club twice Tuesdays & Thursdays his statewide group of retired Church, 10707 Soquel Drive, Aptos every month and see what you men invites you to be our

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ed by Dr. Pat Hanson author of Invisible Grandparents: Leave a Legacy of Love Whether You Can Be There or Not this will be Nar-Anon Santa Cruza safe structured environment for Greater Bay Area (GBA) sharing stories if you so choose, of Northern California and learning healthy ways to deal hat is co-dependancy? Why with separation from anyone. am I feeling this way? Am I Co-sponsored by Alienated Grandthe only one who does? parents Anonymous www.AGA-FL. Join Nar-Anon, world wide fellowship of relatives and friends org a national organization that of addicts who have been affected provide information and support to grandparents who feel alienated or by someone else’s addiction. Join us Sundays at Sutter Hosestranged to their grandchildren. pital in the Sutter Room (corner Questions: pat@invisiblegrand of Soquel Drive and Chanticleer) parent.com (831) 601-9195 2900 Chanticleer, Santa Cruz. Helpline: 831-291-5099 • www. Mondays & Tuesdays naranoncalifornia.org/norcal/ meetings WomenCARE ARM-in-ARM 12:30 - 2 p.m. omenCARE ARM-in-ARM support group for women with advanced, recurrent and metastatic cancers. Meets weekly Weekdays Mondays & Tuesdays, with a CASA Orientations to Become separate meeting every First and Third Tuesday every month. Advocates for Children ASA empowers volunteers to Registration required. Call 457directly influence life-changing 2273 for more information and to decisions affecting children in register. No cost to attend. foster care. Court appointed special www.womencaresantacruz.org advocates are everyday people that, Mondays & Wednesdays with just a few hours a week can have a lifetime of impact for a child Alzheimer’s Association lzheimer’s Association has who has been abused or neglected. free support groups for family More info www.casaof santacruz. org or call (831) 761-2956 XT.102 caregivers at 1777-A Capitola road 2nd & 4th Mondays 2-3:30pm ••• facilitated by Jill Ginghofer, First Mondays: 2-3 p.m., 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 5:30-7pm in Watsonville facilitated by Francie Newfield & Second Tuesdays: 5:30-7 p.m. Kathleen McBurney. in Capitola Call 800 272 3900 for more Third Wednesdays: 5:30-7 p.m. information.

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First Fridays each month

Friday Shakespeare Club

10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Peace United Church of Christ at 900 High Street, Santa Cruz urious about Shakespeare? The Friday Shakespeare Club members discuss the life, times, and influence of William Shakespeare. For information, call 831-6842832, or go to fridayshakespeare. org or facebook.com/fridayshakespeare.

he American Cancer Society presents a FREE Cancer Prevention Workshop for Seniors, sponsored by Scotts Valley Senior Life Association, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. Refreshments will be served. Call (831)438-1000 if you have any questions.

Wednesday May 2 Saturday May 5

Greenway Walks, Talk, & Picnic

May 2: 6 p.m., / May 5: 10 a.m, Jade St. Community Center ome learn about Greenway’s healthy vision for the rail corridor Wednesday, May 2, 7-8:30 pm at Jade St. Community Center. Meet outside of the Community Center for brief rail walks at 6 pm on May 2 or 10 am on Saturday, May 5. Newly launched Greenway Capitola will host a BYO picnic gathering at Jade Street Park at 11 am after the rail walk on May 5. All are welcome!

Friday May 4

Natural Strategies for Improving Brain Function

2-3:30 pm, Alzheimer’s Association, 1777-A Capitola Rd, Santa Cruz, CA f you are experiencing brain fog, memory loss, mood changes, Friday Shakespeare Club cognitive decline, or simply want to do everything you can to keep of Santa Cruz your brain healthy - come learn 10 am - noon, Peace United how to save your brain! Discover Church, 909 High Street his is the oldest women’s club food, nutrients and lifestyle in Santa Cruz. The club meets changes to protect, nourish your brain, improve your cognition to study the life, works and and focus and manage or prevent times of William Shakespeare. Members share group readings chronic neurologic illness. and insights, discuss history, and RSVP required, please call 800.272.3900 or email kstanfield@ universal themes found in his plays and writings. alz.org. For more information please call 831-684-2832

Thursday May 3

Meet and Greet with Jimmy First Baptist Church Bible Study Panetta Sundays

9:45 a.m: Bible Study 11 a.m.: Worship 7565 Sunset Way, Aptos irst Baptist Church of Aptos welcomes you to join their bible study and worship every Sunday. Call (831) 688-5842 for more info

12 pm, Seascape Golf Course Clubhouse. he Rotary Club of Capitola-Aptos will be hosting a meet and greet and presentation by congressman Jimmy Panetta. Visitors are invited and encouraged to attend. Admission is $20 and includes lunch. For more information or to Overeaters Anonymous reserve a spot please call Rose at 9:05 a.m.-10:15 a.m., Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center, 2900 688-0500 ext 23 or Wendy ext 22 Chanticleer Ave., Santa Cruz vereaters Anonymous is a Free, Friendly 12-Step group for those Wednesday July 4 who have a problem with food. Worlds Shortest Parade Visit www.santacruzoa.org for All Day, Downtown, Aptos current times and locations of arade participants and vendors other meetings, or call our Hotline wanted for the Party in the Park. at (831) 429-7906. Parade entries can include but are not limited to: Classic/antique vehicles, floats, bands, walkers, dancers, dogs, etc. We are also looking for vendors for the Party in the Park for those who sell jewelry, flowers, clothes, Saturday April 28 Cancer Prevention Workshop children’s toys, art, photography, activities, and food more. 10 a.m. – Noon, Montevalle Call the Aptos Chamber of Senior Community, 552 Bean Commerce for more information: Creek Rd., Scotts Valley, “Old 831-688-1467. n Mill” Meeting Room

Dated Events

Announcements Upcoming in April

Announcing a Santa Cruz production of a beloved classic of the American theater hornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize winning play “Our Town” comes to the Santa Cruz Art Center weekends this April. Produced and directed by Suzanne Sturn, who has performed widely both in the Santa Cruz/Monterey region and nationally and taught Theatre at several colleges/universities. The play will run April 6-22 on Center Stage, 1001 Center St., Santa Cruz; Fridays & Saturdays at 8 PM; Sundays at 2 PM. Tickets: $25 (General Admission); $10 (Students and teachers): www.brownpapertickets.com/ event/3205509. Web page: www. facebook.com/ourtownsantacruz/

Ageless Art Project

geless Art is seeking volunteers to facilitate art groups for seniors living in residential care facility. Our Volunteers guide residents through the creative processes of painting, drawing or crafting. As a volunteer you will have the pleasure of seeing residents experience meaningful feelings of pride and self-worth when completing their own art. To become an Ageless Art volunteer call 831-459-8917 ext.208 or visit Ageless Art at www.fsa-cc.org

Volunteers Needed for the Monterey Symphony

he Monterey Symphony is seeking volunteers. If you love music and want to be involved, please call (831) 646-8511 or visit www.montereysymphony.org for more information.

Cabrillo Youth Strings/ Suzuki Music Program

new entry-level String Orchestra class 4th- 6th Grade Beginning Strings for violin, viola and cello will be offered on Fridays, 4pm-5:15pm. Students must provide their own instruments. For more information contact Nancy Kvam: Cabrillo Youth Strings (831) 479-6101 or (831) 426-6443.

Ongoing Events Third Monday each month

Stitchers By The Sea Meetings

7 p.m., Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz, 1740 17th Ave., 95062 titchers-by-the-Sea, the local chapter of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America, holds regular meetings open to the public each month. No admission fees.

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snack bar available. First Tuesday of each month is special $25 buy in (up to five packs). Join us! www.soquelsports.com

Golden Age of Tango. Private instruction and classes by arrangement. For more information, call Michael (831) 239-2247.

Wednesdays

First Fridays each month

7:00 - 8:30 p.m., Harry’s Hofbrau, 390 Saratoga Ave, San Jose orty-seven years of performing in the Bay Area, over 250 popular tunes. Come see our band for Free in Sunnyvale Every Wednesday. No cover. Contact Lee McLaughlin, Booking Agent, at 408-993-BAND (2263) for information about booking the band for Non-profit events (donations are tax deductible). www.PeninsulaBanjoBand.org

Peninsula Banjo Band

he First Friday Art Tour is a Santa Cruz Institute of Contemporary Arts event, managed in conjunction with the participating art venues. The event takes place year-round and illuminates some of the most talented local artists from local galleries. To find out where to participate in a First Friday art tour, visit firstfridaysantacruz.com (Most galleries are open 12-9 pm for First Friday viewings.)

Dated Events Saturday May 12

Wine, Beer and Art Walk

1 to 5 p.m., Downtown Watsonville he City of Watsonville and the Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture organized this inaugural event. Enjoy In Praise of Poetry tastings from local wineries, 5:30pm to 7pm Feb 28-Mar 28 Fridays thru Sundays craft beer outlets, hard cider Capitola Community Center, 4400 Plein Air Watercolor Paintings and non-alcoholic beverages Jade Street, Capitola while strolling through historic Exhibition oin this invigorating class where Noon-10 p.m., Mutari Chocolate downtown. you’ll explore and write several Artwork will be displayed and House and Factory, 504 Front forms of poetry. From Acrostic to for sale by local artists with local Haiku—from Ode to Triolet—and a Street, Santa Cruz musicians performing along the ptos Artist David Pfost’s plein air few other poetic forms—you’ll have watercolor paintings of Santa Cruz walk. fun while learning and creating. We’ll look at work by experienced poets County landscapes are on exhibit. and discover how to put some of their Exhibit open until the end of Sunday May 13 techniques and craft elements into December. 34th Annual Mother’s Day practice. Gain exposure to new poets, Run/Walk forms, and styles, while unearthing Second Saturdays Each Month 7:45 – 10 a.m., Ramsay Park in your own voice. This inspiring class is Watsonville for anyone with an interest in poetry. 2nd Saturday on the Farm Novices as well as seasoned poets will 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Ag History ajaro Valley Shelter Services find the class enriching and fruitful. Project Center at the Santa Cruz presents the Mother’s Day County Fairgrounds Register at: https://apm.active Run/Walk for Shelter at Ramsay communities.com/capitola oin us every 2nd Saturday on the Park in Watsonville. The Run/ recreation/Activity_Search/ Farm for free family activities. Walk will include a 10K Run, 5K in-praise-of-poetry/6488 Each month we select a new theme Run/Walk and a 1K Kids’ Fun to highlight historical agriculture Run. with games, activities, and Thursdays Early Bird Registration is now demonstrations that relate. open! Register online at www. Lucky Steppers Modern We often have guest appear- pvshelter.org! Square Dance ances from farm animals like 6:30 pm, La Selva Beach Clubhouse, 314 Estrella Ave., La llamas, draft horses, sheep, goats, Saturday May 19 chickens, rabbits, and more! You Selva Beach, CA 95076 are sure to find something fun Pat Pratt Memorial Veterans 4 t’s fun and easy to do! Friendship put to music; family and entertaining for the whole Veterans Tournament friendly. Class takes place every family. Noon, Boardwalk Bowl, 115 Cliff Thursday Night at our new home Check our website and Facebook St., Santa Cruz page for more details. FREE in La Selva Beach! (Take Mar anta Cruz USBC and Monte off of Hwy 1, turns into Boardwalk Bowl present a Playa Blvd., turn right on Estrella) Second Sundays Each Month Bowling FUNdraiser to support For more information, contact local Veterans, The Pat Pratt Downtown Santa Cruz Sue Harris or Don Benson at Memorial Tournament No-Tap Antique Street Fair (831) 726-7053 or e-mail at Adult Doubles (Junior Tour9 a.m.-5 p.m., Lincoln St. caller4u@att.net. nament as well!) Entries must be (Between Pacific and Cedar) submitted by May 15 at https:// he “Original” Downtown Friendship Put to Music! Antique Faire is back! Vendors boardwalkbowl.com 6:30 p.m., New Hall, La Selva Beach offer an eclectic blend of antiques Cost: $40 per team – $20 prize Club House, 3124 Estrella Ave. fund – $20 Donation made to lasses every Thursday night. For and unique items. Come and check Vets 4 Vets. more information call Sue Harris it out! Browse through a wide

or Don Benson (831) 726-7053 or email at caller4u@att.net

Last Thursdays each month

Monthly Argentine Tango at Star Bene Italian/Argentine Restarante

4:30pm-9:30pm, Star Bene Italian/Argentene Restarante, 21245 East Cliff Dr. his is a night for true “Social Tuesdays Tango.” Order a wonderful meal from the Star Bene Argentine BINGO 6:30 p.m. Santa Cruz Elks Lodge, Menu, (or their well known italian menu), and enjoy the ambiance of 150 Jewell St. Argentina and join us in a social osted by Soquel Sports Foundation. Buy-In $15. Full tango dance to music from the

First Friday Art Tour

marine scientist the third Sunday of every month. Topics are presented in an entertaining and easy-tounderstand format, with up-to-date photos, video, and discussion. Science Sunday does not meet in December. For more info visit seymourcenter.ucsc.edu

assortment of treasures including books and photographs, vintage jewelry, clothing, glass and ceramic collectibles, vintage Hawaiian kitsch, turquoise, original artwork, and a whole lot of whatnot! Weather Permitting! For more info, please call (831) 476-6940 or visit us on Facebook.

Wednesday May 23

29th Annual Golf Tournament

1 – 7 p.m., Seascape Golf Club, 610 Clubhouse Dr, Aptos et your business name known! Sponsor a hole and have a sign with your company name next to the hole. Great Location at Seascape Golf Course! Market your Third Sunday of Every Month business to over 140 players. Sign display with your company name Science Sunday Starts at 1 p.m., 100 Shaffer Road, next to a hole. Networking at its Santa Cruz, 95060 best! Opportunity to talk, hand out eymour Marine Discovery Center promotional material, play a game presents a public lecture from a or offer food and/or drinks! n

Your May Horoscope Times Publishing Group, Inc. Gemini (May 22-June 21)

You benefit from deep and intense interactions and conversations with people early in May, and while there’s a chance you’ll take things too seriously, the potential benefits far outweigh the costs. When your thoughts turn to darker topics, balance them out with some lighter ones. You’re more than ready mid-month to have a party or network with potential business partners, co-workers, and/ or employees. But don’t let your desire to speak with everyone prevent you from having real conversation. The energy late in the month is favorable, and it will be easy for you to as for help or favors, especially if they would be reciprocating yours.

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

Your emotional outlook is challenged the first weeks of the month. Work hard to get the things you need to keep your emotions under control to be as efficient and effective as you need. You feel especially bonded with family and friends mid-month, making your quiet prepared dinners for loved ones and intimate parties for close friends most comfortable. The environment you eat in is as important as what’s on the menu; make sure both are picture-perfect. Late in May you get caught up in the excitement of potential travel; make sure everything at home is taken care of before you pack your bags. You can’t have a good time unless you know everything at home is taken care of!

Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)

You have a lot of opportunities early in the month, but bragging will dilute the effect of your achievements. Let others comment or compliment you before you talk about your own accomplishments. Mid-May you have greater influence over the people you care about. But be careful talking about topics you’re less familiar with. Stick with what you know or do the research before you offer your ideas. Late in the month your dreams are particularly vivid. Your subconscious is an untapped tool, and it will be an advantageous time to pay attention to what it’s trying to tell you.

Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)

The first weeks of May bring new thoughts and ideas, which can alter your daily routines and plans. Not one to move too quickly, you’re open to changes if they happen slowly. Mid-month is a good time for studying, catching up on bills, working on long-term goals, and other important business details. If anything’s wrong, you’re most likely to catch it during this time. Late in the month trivia games and puzzles feel easy; your brain works like a well-oiled machine, and your enthusiasm for learning new things puts you at an advantage over your competitors. But be careful; one drawback is you could be more easily distracted. Stay focused and all will be well.

Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)

You have an increased need for love and affection as the month begins, which isn’t helped by a lowered sense of self-confidence. You’re setting yourself up for disappointment if you let anyone use you as a doormat. Mid-month your compassion and concern peak. You feel most obligated to those close to you and will do what you can to make sure everyone feels safe and secure, including you. Your confidence returns late in May, making a good first impression much easier to achieve. If you’re interviewing or looking for love at this time, you should get positive responses, but accept favorable feedback for what it is, and use it to make improvements in the future.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

Your insatiable curiosity reaches a whole new level early in the month. You also go to great lengths to cover up your research. You love to be the only one who knows whatever secrets you’ve managed to find, and to take advantage of your knowledge in the future. Your need to be with others increases midMay, and while volunteering for group outings or events is unusual for you, right now you’re in the mood and can do a lot while you’re less focused on your own needs. Your charm is mesmerizing late in the month; if you’ve wanted to fulfill a certain fantasy, you won’t get much resistance during this time!

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

You know that feeling when everything seems a little too good to be true? The first week of May brings that vibe in spades! It’s nice to have some good things go your way, but be sure to make your own luck, too. Later in the month events may be even less what they seem. Making assumptions and skipping over details can lead to some big mistakes, and do-overs aren’t very likely if problems occur. You might need to consult a professional if the rails come off. As the month ends, you can be happy with your accomplishments and look forward to future endeavors. You don’t know what the future holds, but it looks promising.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

The first few weeks of the month bring the energy level down a bit, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make the most of downtime you get. Looking for ways to work more quickly and efficiently can help get through this time, and following your financial instincts can be very profitable. Later in the month pay close attention, to catch small details and errors. Any mistakes you correct will be greatly appreciated. There are no easy answers late in May as you question whether you’re responsible for relationship difficulties. Sometimes trying to make things better only leads to disappointments and regret. Finding a way to apologize and show you care might be the best you can do right now.

Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)

Your thoughts run wild the first weeks of the month, putting additional energy in your everyday interactions. You’re already social, and this raises encounters to an exciting level. There are always risks when you indulge, but you’re in a “no regrets” mood right now. Mid-May brings some uneven energy and frustration. Angry outbursts come from nowhere and may surprise even you. Get to the heart of what’s really bothering you before your erratic behavior causes real problems. Worldwide problems plague your mind as the month comes to a close; social justice becomes your own personal cause. You believe in yourself and that one person can make a difference.

Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)

A poor self-image and distorted reality effect you early in May. At the same time, you have a heightened need for affection, which can be a disappointing mix. Wait a while before starting anything serious with someone new, and don’t expect an existing friend or partner to tell you the whole truth. Your compassionate, charitable side comes forth mid-month, heightening social interactions centered on doing good for others. You don’t do what you do for recognition, but it’s nice knowing you’ve made things better. You’re more assertive late in the month. It might be surprising when the right words help you get what you want and need without tension. You could get used to this newfound eloquence!

Aries (March 21-April 20)

Jumping to conclusions puts you in an awkward spot early on the month as you try to navigate tricky communications. Getting angry and/or overreacting will rarely help your case. Midmonth you might agree to go out with friends one minute but be asleep when it’s time to go. You’re very hard to read when you get in this kind of mood, but you do like to keep people on their toes! You are motivated to to find the truth and move beyond current unpleasant situations near the end of May. Put old issues to rest so you can look to the future without reservations.

Taurus (April 21-May 21)

What you see in the mirror early in the month isn’t reflected in other people’s opinion of you, but your lack of confidence could cause issues regardless. Say thank you even if you don’t necessarily believe complements you receive. Your sometimes-stoic energy seems to morph into a more easygoing vibe mid-May. Your attention span is scattered at best for a few weeks, so don’t expect to be able to explore anything in depth for a while. Late in the month important events seem like they’re stalling, which could cause you great disappointment. Work hard and you’ll get what you deserve eventually.

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ver the last four years the Board of Supervisors has been working on policies around the dispensing and cultivation of medical cannabis. While work around cannabis in general will be evolving for quite some time, the Board is much closer to a final cultivation ordinance than we have been in some time. Creating a framework for medicinal sales through local dispensaries was the first thing addressed by ordinance a few years ago. While there have been updates to that ordinance, overall the framework for medicinal sales has been established. Creating a framework for commercial cultivation — both on the medicinal side and now, through state law change, the recreational side, has proved more difficult. Lots of questions on the environmental, procedural and social elements of creating a new formal commercial cultivation process have been raised. I’ve had numerous community and neighborhood discussions on this issue and heard similar issues during these meetings. • How will enforcement be done on those violating the ordinance? • Will rural neighborhoods and character be preserved? • Shouldn’t this be grown in areas zoned for commercial activity, such as commercial agricultural

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or manufacturing/commercial districts? Will the regulations the Board is considering be too onerous and drive people back into the black market? What are the traffic, noise, smell and water impacts? How are fire risks mitigated? How much should be grown per parcel and what is a fair minimum parcel size?

And much more. These aren’t easy questions to address. During this multi-year process the Board has maintained three overarching objectives: 1) Protect neighborhoods 2) Protect the environment 3) Provide enough cannabis to meet the medicinal needs of local residents. The Board will be considering a draft ordinance that governs these activities in late April and into early May. What are the key elements of the ordinance? After two extensive Planning Commission hearings and a special meeting at the Board of Supervisors a draft framework has emerged with the following components (the entire ordinance can be found on the County’s website). Setbacks: One of the most common complaints regarding commercial cultivation deals with odors and concerns about setbacks from

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habitable structures. The Board has included 400 foot minimum setbacks from adjoining habitable structures. Minimum parcel sizes: Ensuring that commercial cultivation occurs in the properly zoned locations is key. The Board limited the zoning types that can even be considered for commercial cultivation (ensuring it won’t occur in residential neighborhoods for example) and also established minimal parcel sizes on other zones. Coastal Zone protections: Protecting coastal resources and character are important. The Board put additional restrictions on cultivation within the Coastal Zone plus a one mile buffer. For commercial agricultural parcels, for example, no new greenhouse or hoop house construction could occur. This prevents new construction from occurring in this sensitive area. Timber Zones: Significant concerns have been expressed regarding the impact to watersheds, wildlife and timber resources resulting from allowing commercial cannabis operations on timber zoned properties. Proposed regulations note that only sites with existing cannabis cultivation operations or pre-existing non- cannabis commercial uses would be eligible for licensing and permits, greatly reducing the possibility of expansion into timber areas. Riparian Protections: The proposed ordinance include required setbacks to perennial, intermittent and ephemeral streams. Additionally, it strengthens riparian protection by prohibiting any exceptions to the required setbacks for purposes of allowing commercial cannabis activities. “Cannabis” page 31

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eet our buddy Chip! (ID#A246188) After his owner fell ill and was no longer able to care for him, this little guy has made his way into the hearts of our shelter staff and volunteers. He recently got a haircut that is the talk of the shelter. You can now see his expressive eyes, and he has a little goatee, making him look wise beyond his years. He will need to be regularly groomed to keep him looking handsome (and prevent his hair from matting). Chip comes to life around other dogs and has been very well behaved in playgroups, often serving as the role model of how to play nice. While Chip is generally full of good cheer, he is selective about the men in his life. He warms up more quickly to women and needs a slow, easy introduction for the men he meets. We aren’t quite for sure why Chip has been in the shelter so long since he is such a swell guy, but we are hoping his forever family will come in soon to meet him! Chip would love to be in a home with another resident dog and would like to have a woman for his primary human companion. Chip is a neutered 3-year-old, tan-terrier mix. To adopt your new friend, visit one of the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter locations, or their website at www.scanimalshelter.org. n ••• Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter has two full-service, open-admission shelters: Santa Cruz Location (Public Entrance): 1001 Rodriguez St., Santa Cruz, 95062 Hours: Daily 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wednesdays: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Watsonville Location: 580 Airport Blvd, Watsonville, CA 95076  Hours: Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (closed 12-1) Closed on Sunday SCCAS Main line: 831-454-7200. Animal Control: 831-454-7227. After-Hours Emergency: 831-471-1182

“Drug Ads” from page 25 Anoro: an inhaler used to treat chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD). The TV ad states, “…you can go your own way…” A good example of an ad directing choice and creating a demand. A bad example in use of the words from a great Fleetwood Mac song. COPD dictates, not the patient, in which “way” you will “go” (treated), dependent upon many factors. With twelve other products to choose from and with the high cost of Anoro, you would be wise to check with a pulmonary (lung) specialist before “… you can go your own way.” Motrin or Advil versus Tylenol: for treating inflammation. The old ad states that Motrin or Advil is superior to Tylenol in treating pain due to inflammation. This is true. However, Motrin or Advil are classified as anti-inflammatory agents, and Tylenol is not! The ad cannot mention just pain relief because Motrin or Advil are not superior to Tylenol unless referring to the anti-inflammatory effects of those two drugs. Flonase versus Claritin D: to treat

“Cannabis” from page 30 Cottage (Smaller) Cultivation: There has been some concern that the new regulations will make it difficult for smaller cultivators to continue to exist (or drive them back into the black market) The Board has proposed an option for small (500 maximum square foot) commercial grows on limited zones for long-term existing growers without any complaints against them. With a minimum parcel size of 2.5 acres, these limited grows provide options to bring some of these growers into the regulated market. Enforcement and Inspections: Robust enforcement is an important element of having successful regulations. Along with an annual renewal process, site inspec-

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allergies with Flonase “… relieves 6 symptoms” whereas Claritin D “…relieves 8!” Again, two different classes of drugs—a steroid (Flonase) versus a decongestant/ antihistamine combination (Claritin D). This is a misleading comparison. Use of key words and phrases are often stated within drug ads: “Virtually side effect free” which means almost free of side effects, but not quite. But what if that one side effect is possibly bleeding internally? Then the word “virtually” has very little impact. “4 out of 5 doctors recommend” can mean that only 5 doctors were asked about a drug. Also, doctors of what? Veterinary medicine, paleontology, philosophy, or what? There is so much more information I can add about this subject. As always, check with your pharmacist or other healthcare provider for accurate and complete information about drugs. n ••• The opinions and statements in this article are those only of the author. This article does not reflect the opinions and statements of the newspaper’s editors nor its publisher.

tions at the time of application as well as regular inspections of the site at least once every three years are built into the proposed ordinance. A team that includes code compliance, environmental planning specialists, the Sheriff’s Office and more are part of the enforcement team. The above are just a handful of the many elements of the new regulations. State regulations continue to evolve and local regulations will also need to be monitored to ensure they are meeting local environmental needs and the needs of the community overall. As always, I appreciate your feedback. n ••• If you have any additional questions, please do feel free to contact me at 454-2200.

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