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Renovation of the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium, the largest arts and cultural venue in Santa Cruz County, is the goal of the newly launched Friends of the Civic Auditorium.

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Meet the Cast of RENT

Who’s Caring for the Children?

“The expectation that we can be immersed in suffering and loss daily and not be touched by it is as unrealistic as expecting to be able to walk through water without getting wet.”

— Rachel Naomi Remen

Imagine a community of people — doctors, nurses, parents, social workers, educators — who compassionately care for children with life-threatening illnesses. Each brings unique expertise and urgently feels the imperative to be as helpful as possible. ... continues on page 4

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Community News Have a Safe, Legal, and Sane 4th by Sergeant Brian Cleveland Meet the Cast of RENT, by Mindy Pedlar Renovation Effort to Modernized Civic Auditorium Underway Dental Care Crisis in County Fines Issued Over 2017 Pesticide Exposure Deputy Sheriff’s Association’s Scholarships, by Mark Yanez Hosted Rental Application Period Opens • Capitola Branch Library Book Store Sale July 7 • Sheriff’s Volunteers Needed • Winners of the 2018 Bookshop Santa Cruz Short Story Contest • Youth Homelessness in County Paul Eastman Receives Remodeling Industry Award RTC’s June Special Meeting Highlights Grants Will Address Local Youth Homelessness Homeless Garden Project Sustain Supper Wharf to Wharf Poster History 46th Annual Wharf to Wharf Assemblyman to Speak at County DUI Symposium Capitola History Comes to Life in New Coloring Book Music at Skypark 2018 CFSCC Spotlight – CEO Susan True • Natural Bridges Media to Acquire Community Radio Station 90.7 FM KSQD ‘K-Squid’ ‘A Night of Miracles’ Summer Concert Series • Colonel Schake Honored as Veteran of the Year • City-Operated Parking Lots and Garages to Add Electric Vehicle Charging Fee Capitola Plein Air – Artists, The Time to Register is Now

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Kids Camps 14 Ready for Camp? by Dottie Reed

Community Calendar • Arts & Entertainment – Pages 28, 29 Monthly Horoscope • Page 29 – Your July Horoscope

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Featured Columnists Santa Cruz County Budget Recap by Zach Friend Seniors in Action by C. J. – SIA Yoga is Happening!

Water Wisdom by Melanie Schumacher – Nature Offers Lessons for Water Supply Resiliency 30 Making it Easier to Build Accessory Dwelling Units by Zach Friend

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Community News

Have a Safe, Legal, and Sane 4th

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By Sergeant Brian Cleveland

s Santa Cruz County prepares to celebrate Independence Day on July 4th, the Sheriff’s Office wanted to provide the public with some tips to avoid a costly citation. The Sheriff’s Office encourages everyone to enjoy the holiday safely and responsibly. The Sheriff’s Office will have over 60 deputies and sergeants patrolling our community to ensure the safety of our community.

On July 4th, we will have firework suppression teams watching for violations of the county fireworks ordinance and taking enforcement action. There is a $1,000-dollar enhancement in effect for the following

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“Caring for Children” from page 1

Coming and going at different times of the day and night, these individuals work towards a common goal, but do not always have time to talk to — and support — one another.

Now imagine this community of caregivers joining forces to communicate and coordinate resources, build a community-based model of exceptional care for seriously-ill children, forge new bonds with one another, create tools that improve coordination of care, and ponder this question: Who’s Caring for the Children?

On June 1, 2018 fifty-eight individuals representing 20 organizations caring for seriously-ill and grieving children gathered at Jacob’s Heart in Watsonville for a day of teaching, sharing and reflection.

violations: consuming alcohol in public, carrying open containers of alcohol, excessive noise, and possession of fireworks. Do not let a costly citation ruin your holiday.

As a reminder: • Fireworks of any kind are not allowed in unincorporated Santa Cruz County; such as County beaches, North Coast, Davenport, Bonny Doon, San Lorenzo Valley, Live Oak, Soquel, Aptos, Corralitos, and Freedom.

• Alcoholic beverages are not allowed

Throughout the day, we immersed ourselves in the waters of grief, love and inspiration using newly published curriculum from the End-of- Life Nursing Education Consortium at the City of Hope adapted to address our community needs.

Informed by evidencebased tools and strategies, the day of interactive training inspired those caring for children, supporting growth through experiential learning, active listening and deeply honest conversations.

Parents Shared Their Perspectives — Parents bereaved by the loss of a precious child offered the most poignant

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on County beaches or in public outside commercial establishments or residences.

• If you see what looks like a homemade explosive, stay back, call 911, and wait for law enforcement.

• Fireworks are a noise nuisance and we will be proactively looking for violations.

Please reserve 911 and our dispatch center (831-471-1121) for issues related to public safety.

• Please pack your trash! We don’t want garbage on our beaches. Help us make this 4th of July a safe celebration for everyone. n

teachings of the day. Their reflections, resilience, wisdom and strength advanced our understanding of how best to serve and how essential it is that we collaborate and coordinate so that each family experiences a continuum of services seamlessly integrated from diagnosis to treatment and beyond.

On this day, we grew in wisdom and love, unifying ourselves as a caring community. We learned the importance of listening rather than “fixing” and accompanying rather than “directing.” We shared practical strategies for enduring the tough days when we feel like we’re drowning in grief and fatigue and committed ourselves to promising new strategies that inspire hope.

We are deeply grateful to the Jordan and Kyra Memorial Foundation, Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford and Hospice Giving Foundation for investing with Jacob’s Heart to train and sustain those who care for the children. We thank the Health Improvement Partnership, Central Coast Alliance for Health and the Coalition for Compassionate Care of California for their partnership in these important efforts. n

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Meet the Cast of RENT

Now playing at the Crocker Theater until July 15

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by Mindy Pedlar

anta Cruz resident, Kiana Hamzehi plays Mimi with strength and passion “The word I always associate with Mimi is grit,” says Kiana about the character she portrays in RENT. “At a young age she had to switch her life goal from thriving to surviving. She’s an exotic dancer and a drug addict, yet she manages to be confident and courageous. She knows she has limited time left, and she doesn’t want to waste it.”

Some play the character Mimi as just a sex kitten. “In reality,” said Kiana, “Mimi just wants happiness and love. Luckily, my co-star Joey Pisacane (Roger) has been nothing short of perfect to work with and my worries regarding the romantic aspect

Photo Credit: Jana Marcus

Ronald Johnson Jr. (Tom Collins)

of the role melted away within the first week of rehearsing.”

RENT is an emotionally powerful show. One of Kiana’s favorite songs in the show is La Vie Bohéme. “We are all celebrating and happy and having a good time. I also love the reprise of I’ll Cover You. It’s one of the saddest moments in the show, but I also feel this immense sense of togetherness with the rest of the cast. I feel like I’m in the middle of a giant group hug.

RENT changed musical theater. Its simple message is to love one another.”

The character of Tom Collins, a computer genius, hacker and former MIT professor, is brought to life by Ronald Johnson Jr. Tom is also a gay man living with AIDS. Ronald describes him as “a man with massive intellectual aptitude, who has chosen to center his life around his friends and his happiness. He has a swagger and joy about him that makes light of almost any situation.”

Ronald first saw RENT when he was fifteen years old. He spoke of the similarities between him and his character Tom. Ron’s father, an electronic engineer, taught his son the ins and outs of computer technology at an early age. Ron built his first computer when he was seven years old.

He got into programming and html, but even though he had the interest and the aptitude, he knew he was happiest when performing.

Concerning the music, Ron says, “It’s the ensemble work that really resonates with me. We all have pieces of the song that are absolutely essential, and when every piece gets added, it becomes a truly remarkable performance.”

Kiana Hamzehi (Mimi)

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Renovation Effort to Modernized Civic Auditorium Underway

Nonprofit Group ‘Friends of’ Formed to Help Remodel Santa Cruz’s Community Center SANTA CRUZ — Renovation of the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium, the largest arts and cultural venue in Santa Cruz County, is the goal of the newly launched Friends of the Civic Auditorium. The nonprofit advocacy group is the result of efforts by an ad hoc group of Civic supporters and receives fiscal sponsorship from Arts Council Santa Cruz County.

The Civic Auditorium, which is owned and run by the City of Santa Cruz, has been a Downtown Santa Cruz landmark and cultural destination since it opened in 1940, hosting concerts and events and serving as a key gathering place for the Santa Cruz community.

“Audiences and performers are facing growing obstacles from the Civic’s aging infrastructure,” said Ellen Primack, executive director of Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music. “The Civic Auditorium is the only venue in Santa Cruz County that can accommodate up to 2,000 people for cultural and artistic events. But the auditorium is uncomfortable, and for some, unsafe. This hurts our arts organizations and our downtown economy, and it leaves our community without the beautiful gathering place we deserve.”

Recent design studies have found the Civic Auditorium to be structurally sound and a stellar candidate for a cost-effective renovation to improve the building’s utilization and comfort. The renovated Civic will bring modern systems, new safety measures and a higher level of comfort to this historic building. A new second-

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A rendering of a remodeled Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium

story lobby will be created, including an exterior balcony area for receptions, with an elevator to enhance accessibility.

The front portico will be glazed with glass, expanding the size of the first floor lobby.

Lighting, acoustical and staging systems will be upgraded. Restrooms and concession areas will be improved.

“A renovated Civic would mean the next chapter in the creative lives of everyone who lives, works, and plays in Santa Cruz County,” said Michelle Williams, executive director, Arts Council of Santa Cruz County. “Our community needs and deserves a beautiful arts and cultural venue of this size which will showcase homegrown and world-class talent, inspire and delight audiences, and boost our local economy.”

Friends of the Civic Auditorium will advocate for renovation of the Civic by engaging with community members, elected officials and other stakeholders to develop and execute a plan for funding the renovation.

Improving and modernizing the facilities of this historic building will give Santa Cruz an anchor venue for artistic activation at a scale that can’t be served by any other building in the county. The renovation will also significantly invigorate the Civic’s contribution to the economic vitality of Downtown Santa Cruz by drawing lively crowds that will support local restaurants and businesses. n Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium by the Numbers: • Constructed in 1939 under the Public Works Progress Administration as a multi-use facility “Civic” page 9

Dental Care Crisis in County

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Santa Cruz Oral Health Access Team Making Progress SANTA CRUZ — The number of Santa Cruz County residents on Medi-Cal who have gone to the dentist has increased by 20% since 2014, a success announced

by Oral Health Access Santa Cruz County (OHASCC) in its newly released 2018 Report Card.

This means that more low-income children, adults and seniors have been improving their health—as well as their ability to eat, speak clearly, find jobs, and build self-confidence--by accessing dental care.

Released on June 11, 2018, the Report Card showcases improvements made towards Oral Health Access Strategic Plan goals to address the local dental disease epidemic.

“I’m proud of the work that we have done since we launched these efforts a year and a half ago. We have just started and have already made a measurable impact in our county,” commented OHASCC Steering Committee co-chair and Dientes’ Chief Dental Officer Dr. Sepi Taghvaei.

OHASCC steering committee is comprised of healthcare providers, policy makers and education advocates.

There are several bright spots in the report card, most notably with young children.

• A 3% increase in children ages 0-3 who have gone to the dentist is attributed to work on the strategic plan’s first goal -- an education campaign for parents and health care providers on the importance of seeing a dentist by the time a baby has their first tooth or celebrates their first birthday by raising awareness through outreach by Central California Alliance for Health and First Five Santa Cruz County to over 110,000 local health providers and Medi-Cal recipients across three counties as well as families of Santa Cruz County newborns.

• The rate of children aged 0-11 who have never been to the dentist has been cut in half to 15%. Partnership with the Santa Cruz County Office of Education (COE) helped achieve this progress on the strategic plan’s second goal to promote kindergarten oral visits. COE included 35,000 dental visit forms in new student enrollment packets, and Dientes and Salud Para le Gente made room in their schedules for these students.

• There has been a 270% increase in the number of Santa Cruz County children aged 0-5 with Medi-Cal who received fluoride varnish on

their teeth during a medical visit, a strategic plan goal to expand prevention efforts. As a standard part of well-child visits, 64 medical staff for Santa Cruz Community Health Centers, and Watsonville Health Center received training from Child Health and Disability Program offices and Dientes on how to apply the varnish.

Since 2014, Dientes Community Dental Care and Salud Para La Gente together have seen a 30% growth in overall dental visits and a 17% increase in patients of all ages.

• To expand clinical capacity, Dientes Community Dental Care will be increasing the hours at their Beach Flats clinic to full-time in September 2018; and are planning to open a new Live Oak clinic in 2020 that will serve 8,000 additional children, adults and seniors.

• Salud Para La Gente has hired one new dentist and three new hygienists in addition to sponsoring four assistants in a mid-level training program to improve efficiency and expand treatment capacity.

A $1 million investment over the next five years from a California State Proposition 56 grant to the County of Santa Cruz is already bolstering efforts to expand current efforts.

The OHASCC Steering Committee

co-chair and County Supervisor Zach Friend remarked, “We have the right strategy, pulled the right team together, and found the right financial support to really make a long-lasting impact on the health and happiness of our entire community.

This investment in access to oral health care for everyone will pay huge dividends for years to come.” n ••• Visit http://oralhealthscc.org/strategic-plan to learn more and read the 2018 Report Card.

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Community News

Fines Issued Over 2017 Pesticide Exposure T he County of Santa Cruz on Friday announced fines and violations over a June 2017 pesticide exposure incident that sickened numerous local farmworkers, including eight requiring professional medical care.

On the morning of June 29, 2017, a pesticide application by an unlicensed contractor drifted onto an adjacent farm, with 15 of 24 farmworker employees experiencing physical symptoms of pesticide exposure.

The investigation found several violations under the Food and Agricultural Code and Title 3 of the California Code of Regulations, including but not limited to “RENT” from page 5 Ron credits Director, Dustin Leonard, Musical Director, Mickey McGushin and Choreographer Brance Souza with illuminating the hopeful, positive messages of RENT. “The audience can expect to witness something enjoyable, but full of impact. There is no way that you can walk

failing to perform pest control in a careful and effective manner and operating a pest control business without a license.

The County issued a $56,000 fine against Watsonville-based Los Amigos Harvesting. It is the largest fine ever issued by the Santa Cruz County Agricultural Commissioner.

“This was a complex investigation involving dozens of interviews, medical and regulatory records and environmental testing,” Agricultural Commissioner Juan Hidalgo said. “Protecting the health and safety of farmworkers is paramount. The actions taken by the pesticide applicator that led to individuals

becoming ill were careless and negligent.

The fines announced today reflect how seriously we take these cases and accentuate the importance of complying with agricultural laws and regulations to protect farmworkers.”

Operating at a farm, Los Amigos applied the pesticides Pristine Fungicide, Rally 40WSP, DiPel DF and Widespread Max. Impacted farmworkers supplied by Gonzales-based FMG Farm Contractor, Inc. were stationed on an adjacent raspberry field, which was operated by Coastal Berry - North. The investigation found the pesticides drifted onto the adjacent field, sickening workers there.

out of the theater not being affected by at least one character’s story. The author of this masterpiece died creating it, making the underlying message of this show important and relevant in any year or era.”

With a big, beautiful voice Brianne Lopez-Cole portrays the Ivy Leagueeducated public interest lawyer, Joanne

Jefferson. “I’m the only one in the group who actually pays her rent.”

In her first Cabrillo Stage production, Brianne is honored to be part of this cast.

“I feel pushed and challenged to grow as a performer. RENT is more than a musical, it shares an important message.”

Brianne describes her character as, “a successful lawyer who remains grounded and humble despite her status. She is always there for her friends.” Joanne is excellent at balancing her work and everyday life.

“She’s always on the go and in control, except when it comes to her relationship with Maureen.”

Played by Vinh Nguyen with a thoughtful but vivacious flair, his character, Angel Schunard, has a Zen-like understanding of the world. “Portraying this larger-than-life character (in drag no less) has been a challenging, yet immensely exhilarating experience. Angel is the role model I never knew I needed.” Vinh describes her as kind, loving, resilient and generous, qualities he strives for in his personal life, yet “she’s also vibrant and incredibly fearless.”

After receiving his MFA degree in Musical Theatre from San Diego State University, Vinh looks forward to broadening his career as a performer, educator, and director. He was in CHICAGO two summers ago and finds it wonderful to “bookend” his graduate school experience with another Cabrillo Stage production.

Vinh’s favorite song in the show is I’ll Cover You, a duet. However, the most fulfilling number for him is Without You even though he’s not singing. “Under Dustin Leonard’s brilliant staging, it becomes the

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most emotionally demanding moment for me in the whole show. You’ll have to come see RENT to find out why.”

See RENT, now playing at the Cabrillo Crocker Theater on the Cabrillo College campus through July 15. Order tickets on line at cabrillostage. com or by calling the box office 831479-6154. Box office hours are 12 to 6 p.m.

Thursday through Saturday. Tickets can be purchased for both RENT and THE PRODUCERS Mel Brooks’ hilarious musical comedy from July 26 to August 19 at a discounted Season price.

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Community News

Deputy Sheriff’s Association’s Scholarships

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By Mark Yanez, Vice President Santa Cruz Deputy Sheriffs Association

n May 30 The Santa Cruz Deputy Sheriff’s Association awarded three local students with $1000 scholarships. The awards are named to commemorate three outstanding Santa Cruz County Law Enforcement Officers who gave their lives to public service; Santa Cruz Police Sergeant Loran “Butch” Baker; Santa Cruz Police Officer Elizabeth Butler; and Santa Cruz Sheriff’s Deputy Michael Gray.

Applicants for the awards are students who have a family member who serves in a law enforcement capacity. The students were evaluated on academics, involvement in school activities, and community service. Applicants are also required to write an essay about their goals and the importance of this scholarship.

The Loran “Butch” Baker award was given to Andrea Rodriguez-Rocha, age 18. Andrea attended St. Francis High School in Watsonville and just completed her first year at Sonoma State University where she is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice. Andrea is on the Dean’s List for academic achievement at the university.

Andrea has served for four years with “Loaves and Fishes,” an orga-

Madelyn Scianna

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Andrea Rodriguez-Rocha (center)

nization that feeds those in need in Watsonville and she has also taught classes for kids at her church.

Andrea volunteers with the Sheriff’s Activity League (SAL) and works for the Watsonville Police Activity League (PAL) to coach and teach kids sports and other activities. These programs help at risk youth and create a partnership with our law enforcement.

Andrea’s mother, Monica, works for the Sheriff’s Office as a Program Coordinator and her father, Saul, worked for Santa Cruz Police for over 17 years and is currently a police officer in Pacific Grove.

The Elizabeth Butler women in law enforcement award was given to Soquel High School senior Madelyn Scianna, age 17. Madelyn will be attending Santa Barbara City College to pursue a Bachelor of Arts degree in public health.

Madelyn has a jump start on her college education as she has already completed multiple classes at Cabrillo College.

Madelyn has participated in Junior Guards for most of her childhood and was a member of the swim and water polo teams. Madelyn has participated in feeding the homeless through Resurrection Church.

of becoming a nurse practitioner or law enforcement professional. Cassidy was a habitual honor roll student, completed multiple college classes at Cabrillo College, and received the “Seal of Biliteracy” in Spanish.

Cassidy has been active in sports, drama, and was the student executive in charge of planning and building, the Scotts Valley High School Haunted House this past October. The event is the main fundraiser for the high school.

Cassidy has volunteered helping students with learning and physical disabilities, helping the people in need locally. Cassidy also helped a volunteer group build a medical facility in an impoverished area in Mexico.

Cassidy’s father Daren has been a Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Deputy for 24 years.

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Madelyn’s father Brannon is a Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Correctional Officer and her uncle Jacob is a Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Sergeant.

The Michael Gray award was given to Scotts Valley High School senior Cassidy O ’ B r i e n - K e r r.

Cassidy will be attending Cal State University Channel Islands this fall and Cassidy O’Brien-Kerr (center) pursuing her goal

Friends of the Civic Auditorium (FoCA) is a nonprofit advocacy group dedicated to the modernization of the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium.

Fiscal sponsorship of FoCA is provided by Arts Council Santa Cruz County.

Learn more at www.FriendsoftheCivic.org or via Facebook and Instagram.

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Community News

Hosted Rental Application Period Opens O n June 18, the County of Santa Cruz will begin accepting applications for short-term hosted rental permits, allowing property owners to lawfully rent one or two bedrooms within a home to guests.

Under a new County law, all hosted rentals must have a permit and comply with conditions approved by the Board of Supervisors. For the first 90 days of the program through September 17, only hosts currently operating a hosted rental that has been in operation since at least Dec. 5, 2017 may apply for a permit.

For more information and list of requirements, go to http://www. sccoplanning.com/PlanningHome/ZoningDevelopment/HostedRentals.aspx.

Everyone with an existing hosted

rental in operation since Dec. 5, 2017 is eligible for a hosted rental permit, regardless of any other limits, as long as they apply

by September 17. Permits will be available to new operators after Sept. 17, provided the total number of permits at that time is no greater than 250.

After Sept. 17, the number of hosted rental permits countywide will be capped at 250 and be subject to certain limitations within highly visited coastal areas.

Hosted rental permits cost $145.20 and may be obtained over the counter from the County’s Planning Department for applicants with a completed application. To be eligible, applicants must submit an application form and documentation of having paid Transient Occupancy Taxes.

Capitola Branch Library Book Store Sale July 7 hanks to the generosity of the Capitola Mall, The Friends of the Capitola Library now have a bookstore in the Capitola mall. The bookstore is close to the main entrance next to Starbucks. The store will be open on first Saturdays every month. For the month of July, the store will be open on July 7 from 10 a.m. — 4 p.m. & on the July 8 from 12 p.m. — 4 p.m.

Everyone is invited! The Friends will have hundreds of donated books of all genres — fiction, nonfiction, children’s hardcover books, CDs and DVDs all at super aggressive pricing ($1–$2). There is also free popcorn to enjoy while you browse. The proceeds will benefit the Capitola Branch Library.

We are looking for more book donations. For anyone with books to donate, please bring them to the bookstore. For boxes of books, we provide book pickup.

For book pickup please contact Karen at 831- 854-7560 or email Karen@sploids.com.

••• Sheriff’s Volunteers Needed he Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office is looking for community members to

join our Volunteer Program! We are looking for volunteers to help at our Service Centers, and the Child Safety Program. Our volunteers also have the opportunity to work at community events throughout the year.

If you are interested in exploring current volunteer opportunities and learn about the application process, please contact our Volunteer Program Coordinator Claudia Llamas at Claudia.llamaspadilla@santacruzcounty.us o r (831) 454-7686.

Visit our website at www.scsheriff. com to submit an online application. We will be holding our next New Volunteer Training Academy on Thursday, October 4.

Claudia Llamas-Padilla Volunteer Program Coordinator Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office Community Policing Division 5200 Soquel Ave. Santa Cruz, CA 95062 (831) 454-7686 ••• Winners of the 2018 Bookshop Santa Cruz Short Story Contest

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First Place: “Maria’s Grandfather” by Nancy Hofmann Second Place: “Escape” by Joanne Wright Third Place: “Something to Chew On” by Rose K. Murphy

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hank you to everyone who participated in this year’s Short Story Contest! We look forward to reading more of the stories from our local talent next year.

The winning story is published in our Summer Newsletter, with a circulation of more than 12,000 readers, and on our website.

The second and third place stories are posted in the store and on our website. In addition, the top three winning authors will be invited to read their stories on Bruce Bratton’s Universal Grapevine radio program (Tuesdays 7:00-8:00 pm, KZSC 88.1 FM). First place is awarded a $250 Bookshop gift certificate.

Submissions for next year’s Short Story Contest will open with the publication of our Winter Newsletter, released in October, with submissions due by the following February.

O u r website’s contest page (https://www.bookshopsantacruz.com/ short-story-contest) is where you can read our current winning stories or read winning stories from previous years’ contests.

••• Youth Homelessness in County SANTA CRUZ COUNTY — The 2017 Santa Cruz County Homeless Census and Survey reported that there were 165 children under the age of 18, unaccompanied by a parent or guardian, and an additional 423 young adults, aged 18–24, living homeless in

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the County, most of whom are without shelter.

More than 75 percent of these children and young adults were residing in the County when they became homeless. The services available to help them find shelter and to provide support in developing the skills and resources for a productive adulthood are scant.

The recent $2.2 million grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will address many of the difficulties experienced by our community’s homeless youth, but implementation of the proposed Continuum of Care program will take many months, if not years, to complete. These are pressing problems that require more immediate action.

The Santa Cruz County Civil Grand Jury has concluded that an emergency shelter specifically for homeless youth is urgently needed in Santa Cruz County, and immediate steps should be taken to establish such a facility.

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Paul Eastman Receives Remodeling Industry Award

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ocal Business Owner, Paul Eastman of The Skylight Place in Capitola, has been recognized as one of the top promising remodeling professionals in the nation.

Every year, through their “Forty Under 40 Awards Program,” the editorial staff of Pro Remodeler Magazine recognizes 40 young and promising industry professionals who represent the remodeling industry.

Paul Eastman was recognized as a leader in the remodeling industry for overcoming today’s labor shortage and embracing the next generation in technology. Paul is committed to taking remodeling into a new era of professionalism and efficiency.

Paul is a second-generation owner of The Skylight Place, a company specializing in new construction and replacement windows and doors. The Skylight Place serves residential and commercial clients in Santa Cruz County.

“I am grateful and honored to receive

this award,” Paul said. “It is gratifying to be recognized alongside this wonderful group of industry professionals.”

Paul has also authored numerous educational articles about window and skylight products: “How to Pick the Perfect Window,” “What Skylight is Right For You,” and “Is Low Efficiency Glass Right for You.” These articles are designed to assist consumers in navigating their product choices. n ••• For more information contact Paul Eastman: The Skylight Place, 4850 Capitola Road Capitola, 95010 • 831-704-5277, Website: www.skylightplace.com

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RTC’s June Special Meeting Highlights T T Measure D Five-Year Program of Projects he RTC approved the five-year programs of projects for Measure D regional investment categories and projects, which includes funds to: • Accelerate development of auxiliary lanes and bicycle/pedestrian crossings on Highway 1 • Construction and maintenance of sections of the Monterey Bay Sanctuary Scenic Trail Network (MBSST)-Rail Trail in Santa Cruz, Live Oak, Capitola, Watsonville and the North Coast

• Rail corridor maintenance and analysis of uses, including options for the railroad trestle through Capitola Village • Pathways along Highway 9 in San Lorenzo Valley • Carpool, traveler assistance and safety programs • Wildlife crossing on Highway 17.

Planned uses of Measure D funds over the next 5 years are consistent with the voter-approved Ordinance and Expenditure Plan (www.sccrtc.org/move).

Santa Cruz Branch Rail Line Short Line Operator Agreement he RTC approved the Administration, Coordination and License Agreement with Progressive Rail for rail operations on the Santa Cruz Branch Rail Line as negotiated over the past five months working with the RTC and its ad-hoc committee.

The Executive Director was authorized to execute the two-phase agreement.

The first phase of the agreement will allow Progressive Rail to provide freight service on the southern part of the rail line and ensure that the customers in the Watsonville area receive the service that they need.

The second phase will be activated after the RTC completes the Unified Corridor Investment Study and makes its determination whether to retain or remove the track. If the RTC decides to retain the tracks then Progressive Rail would remain as the operator for a term of 10 years. If the RTC decides to remove the tracks beyond the southern part of the rail line, then Progressive Rail has the option to leave.

North Coast Rail Trail he RTC accepted an update on the North Coast Rail Trail project implementation

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Adoption of the 2040 Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Plan he RTC adopted the 2040 Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Plan (RTP), which identifies goals, funding projections, and transportation projects to be considered for implementation over the next 20+ years, following adoption of Findings, Statement of Overriding Considerations, and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program as required by California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines.

There are no RTC board or committee meetings in July. n ••• Next meeting of the Regional Transportation Commission Thursday, August 2, 2018, 9:00 a.m., Watsonville City Council Chambers, 275 Main Street, Watsonville

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hat is the best age to start camp?” asked a prospective camper’s mom yesterday. It’s a great question, and given that it was asked in three phone conversations this past week alone, seems to call for some conventional wisdom offered to a broader audience.

As a simple but dependable guideline, a child is usually ready for overnight camp when he or she can successfully spend one night away from home with a buddy. On average, sleepovers start at age eight or nine, as the social skills and independence that emerge in first and second grade provide kids with the confidence to spread their wings.

For some, this might not happen until age eleven or twelve or later, but the bottom line is that one productive night away from home sets the stage not just for surviving but, in fact, thriving in a three-and-a-half and, yes, even seven-week session.

This “rule of thumb” (and over 100 years of institutional experience) often serves as an eye-opening, if not comforting,

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benchmark for parents who might otherwise assume their children are too young for sleep-away camp, and for campers who aren’t sure if they’ll be able to manage.

You may experience a major disconnect between your head and your heart before your child goes to camp for the first time. We know that we want our children to be happy and not sad; to be successful and strong; to say and do the right things so they will make friends; to be com-

fortable in their own skin as well as respect the uniqueness of others.

We reason that if we keep them by our side, provide the answers and safely pave each step of the way, we can be sure they’ll land where we want. But what happens beyond that landing pad?

Ultimately, kids struggle both academically and socially if their “inner compass” for solving problems, making decisions, and establishing relationships — all necessary skills for a successful and satisfying life — has never been activated.

You certainly don’t want that to occur at the college gate.

Letting go can feel like cutting off your right arm, especially when there is the potential for your child to experience homesickness or uncertainty, or make a mistake, or not eat because he or she is a picky eater. You might intellectually recognize that your child will benefit from (not to mention enjoy!) an experience away from home, but, boy, the parental heart pounds at the very idea of letting him or her go.

“Independence Education” follows a learning curve similar to math, reading, or sports.

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Grants Will Address Local Youth Homelessness F unded by a $2.2 million Housing and Urban Development grant, the County of Santa Cruz announced that the Homeless Action Partnership and Youth Advisory Board have approved funding for seven projects to address local youth and young adult homelessness.

According to the 2017 Point-in-Time Count, there are 588 homeless unaccompanied minors and youth age 18-24 in Santa Cruz County. Eighty-seven percent of homeless youth were living in Santa Cruz County at the time they became homeless, but are unable to find housing in Santa Cruz County’s housing market.

In January 2017, Santa Cruz County became one of 10 communities nationwide to receive a Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP) Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

The final list of YHDP grants is the result of more than a year of community-based planning to design innovative projects to address the needs of homeless local youth and young adults and further the goals of All In — The Santa Cruz County Community Strategic Plan to Prevent, Reduce, and Eventually End Homelessness.

“The approval of these projects represents a significant milestone for addressing the significantly unmet needs of homeless youth in our community,” said Santa Cruz County Homeless Services Coordinator Rayne Marr. “With implementation beginning in October, we will be able provide our youth with critically-needed services and housing programs. The YHDP was designed by HUD with youth voice at its core, and I’m humbled by the dedication and hard work by the young adults on the Youth Advisory Board,” Together, community stakeholders and the Youth Advisory Board created the YHDP Coordinated Community Plan, which identifies service gaps and critical projects that could both break new ground and build upon past successes.

Two-year funding awards include $576,000 for a local youth and young adult drop-in center with a wide range of supportive services for those aged 15-24. Though similar models have proven successful in other communities, no similar resource currently exists in Santa Cruz County.

To be operated by Encompass Community Services, the drop-in center is expected to serve 35-50 youth per day, and up to 450 over two years.

A $200,000 grant will help fund an innovative program housing youth and young adults with local families, prioritizing pregnant/parenting youth, LGBTQ youth and youth from communities of color. Serving 14 youth over two years, the “Santa Cruz County Host Homes Program” will be operated by the Santa Clara-based Bill Wilson Center, which serves thousands of South Bay clients annually.

Rapid rehousing is an important feature of the program, with $700,000 to provide rent, move-in assistance and housing navigation for homeless youth with independent living experience. Serving approximately 50 youth over two years, the grants will be split equally between the Homeless Services Center and Families in Transition of Santa Cruz County.

A $275,000 grant will fund “New Roots,” a permanent supportive housing program for youths with disabilities and complex needs. A $150,000 grant will fund a Youth Homelessness Response Team, a joint project of the Community Action Board of Santa Cruz County and the County Office of Education with a focus

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A $150,000 grant will fund youth- specific elements of the Smart Path Coordinated Entry System, serving approximately 600 youth over two years. n ••• Projects are subject to final review by HUD, with approved funds likely to be released in October. In addition to the Youth Advisory Board, the County wishes to thank the Homeless Action Partnership, Encompass Community Services, serving as lead community agency for YHDP, and the over 40 members of youth serving community groups and agencies for their hours of planning work and leadership in the creation of the YHDP Coordinated Community Plan.

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SANTA CRUZ — On Saturday, July 14 the Homeless Garden Project will host its Sustain Supper, a farm to table dinner to benefit its education and training programs for individuals experiencing homelessness.

The 4:00 – 7:30 p.m. supper will be held on the Homeless Garden Project’s Natural Bridges organic farm, located at Delaware Ave and Shaffer Rd. Well-known local chefs, using produce from the farm, will prepare the 4-course gourmet meal.

Attendees will receive an update about Pogonip Farm, the Homeless Garden Project’s new permanent home. Pogonip Farm will be located on nine acres of rolling meadowland within the City of Santa Cruz’s 640-acre Pogonip greenbelt property. A public benefit for the Santa Cruz community, Pogonip Farm will tangibly address homelessness and provide an active presence in the greenbelt that will enhance security in the area.

Congressman Jimmy Panetta will be the featured speaker. Mr. Panetta serves California’s 20th Congressional District, and was sworn in as a member of the 115th Congress on January 3, 2017.

“Congressman Panetta is playing a key role on agriculture, nutrition, and resources as a member of the House Agriculture Committee,” said Mark Lipson, vice president of the board of the Homeless Garden Project and partner at Molino Creek Farm. “He understands that agriculture and food are the foundation of our local economy, and he’s fighting for healthy farm policy that works for everyone.”

As a member of the House Agriculture Committee, Congressman Panetta is a leading voice on nutrition, organics, and agriculture research. As a member of the bipartisan Climate Solutions Caucus, Mr. Panetta is working to promote environmental stewardship and policies that protect the Central Coast.

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The Homeless Garden Project’s transitional employment and job training program serves individuals in Santa Cruz County who are experiencing homelessness, have barriers to employment and who wish to reach financial self-sufficiency. For over 27 years, the Homeless Garden Project has helped trainees overcome obstacles to re-entering the workforce and gaining stable housing, graduating more than 650 individuals from the program.

In 2017, 100% of Homeless Garden Project graduates secured employment and 75% secured housing.

By attending the Sustain Supper, guests will be helping to support trainees in transforming their lives and gaining the skills they need to build their home in the world.

The evening will feature a tour of the site, interesting talks, live music, and beverages from local purveyors. Delicious organic coffee and tea provided by Alta Organic Coffee Warehouse & Roasting Company.

Steve Wilson of Café Cruz will prepare appetizers and Sarah LaCasse, Chef Consultant of Earthbound Farm will prepare the salad course. FoodZense owner and creator, Emilse Pereira Beck, will prepare a vegan entrée. A meat entrée will be available. Dessert from Yulanda Santos, Pastry Chef at Aubergine in Carmel completes the supper. Her desserts are inspired by her surroundings and fresh produce from local farmers.

Tickets for the July 14, 2018 Sustain Supper benefiting Homeless Garden Project’s programs are $150 and are available at www. homelessgardenproject.org. If you are interested in volunteering at the event, please contact Justin Wright, Volunteer and Intern Coordinator, at JustinW@homelessgardenproject.org. n ••• The Homeless Garden Project programs take place in our 3-acre organic farm and related enterprises. Learn more atwww.homelessgardenproject.org or engage with us on Facebook and Instagram.

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Wharf to Wharf Poster History

n 1985 Jim York thought that our great little race could use a poster.

This began the relationship with York Framing Gallery and The Wharf to Wharf Committee.

Jay Collins was the first chosen artist and created a great view from the Santa Cruz Wharf, looking at the Casino for the 1986 inaugural print. His image has a pair of running shoes hanging on the rail.

Jay died suddenly before the poster was released and in honor of this loss we make sure that there is a pair of shoes in each year’s poster.

How we choose an artist ach year the team at York decides on a vision for the next year’s poster. We try to get some diversity year to year by using different artists, vistas, & layout. Robin Lerios, owner at York Framing Gallery, then searches for an artist whose style and talent suits our vision. After interviews Robin chooses the next year’s artist and submits the infant design to the Wharf to Wharf Director, Scott McConville. The poster is really a collaboration between Robin Lerios, the artist, with points taken from the committee.

33 Years Later – 2018 his year we chose watercolorist Marie Gabrielle to make a view of the finish line from the beach in Capitola. You get the trestle behind as the runners go under the balloon arch on the bridge. The colorful Venetians on the left and buildings on the right create a lovely scene with the Soquel

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Marie’s first Wharf to Wharf poster in 2002 sold out of its Marie Gabrielle limited edition run!

She was just voted as the Good Times Best Santa Cruz Artist. We are incredibly happy with the way she has conveyed the finish line in Capitola.

Posters are available online at http:// www.yorkframinggallery.com and at York Framing Gallery 619 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz.

They will also be available on the morning of the race Sunday, July 22 until 11:00 a.m. in Capitola in front of Brittania Arms. Marie will be there to sign posters and meet with folks. n ••• arie Gabrielle’s paintings capture the beauty and vibrant colors of the world around us. A native of Paris, she was originally a textile designer & colorist working in high fashion. When Marie moved to Santa Cruz she fell in love with the beauty of the California landscape and began her career as a watercolorist.

Marie’s enthusiasm shows in the scenes she chooses to paint and her distinctive style, purposefully abstracted or highly realistic, preserving the essence of the subject. Her work is internationally recognized and appreciated.

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46th Annual Wharf to Wharf Race E ach year, on the fourth Sunday in July, 16,000 runners from across America and around the globe return to Santa Cruz, California for the annual Six-mile race to Capitola-by-the-Sea. The event is the biggest summer event of its kind on the West Coast infusing about ten million dollars into the Santa Cruz County economy and enabled Wharf to Wharf Race, Inc. to contribute over 5 million dollars to Santa Cruz County in its 46-year history.

Race Director Scott McConville said, “We want to encourage both the competitive and fun aspects of this race. We brag that the Wharf to Wharf has the most “Bands per Mile” of any similar event and for those who want their race times ‘Official,’ we have the technology.”

History he first Wharf to Wharf Race was run July 28, 1973 as one of a number of festivities scheduled by the City of Capitola’s Heritage Days to celebrate the dedication of Camp Capitola’s Superintendent’s Office, as a California State Historical Landmark with Soquel high School track coach, Ken Thomas, served as Race Director and The $200 race budget was underwritten by the City of Capitola. Race officials declared Stanford’s Jack Bellah the winner and duly awarded him a plaque proclaiming him Champion of the “WARF TO WARF” Race!

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With Success Comes Celebrity he largest summer event of its kind on the West Coast, Wharf to Wharf receives broad print and electronic media attention being broadcast live on radio, covered by local TV stations and televised by cable television on race day evening.

It is highlighted in all running industry publications as one of the top races in America.

While most come for sun, fun, and fitness reasons, serious athletes run to test their mettle against the best. The race draws an elite, international field. The roll of past champions numbers several Olympic stars.

Everyone’s A Winner etween the thrilling views of the Santa Cruz and Capitola Coastline, stellar local bands and music, and familiar faces cheering participants along the route, each year’s race is unforgettable.

The Race is produced and administered by Wharf to Wharf Race, Inc., a California nonprofit corporation chartered to promote running as a means to health and fitness. Race proceeds benefit Santa Cruz County youth sports in general and the running com- munity in particular. n ••• wharftowharf.com

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On Your Mark... he 273 first race participants declared the race a grand success. When they clamored for the race the following year, and the race began a life of its own. Through the 70’s, the race grew dramatically. When 14,000 runners showed up in 1987, jamming village streets and race venues, organizers feared for the event’s future. In the years since, participation has been capped to preserve the integrity of the race and insure the safety of its runners.

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Giving Back To Local Athletes he race was incorporated as a California nonprofit in 1980 to promote running health and fitness among the youth of Santa Cruz County. Its Board of Directors meets monthly to review policy, procedures and oversee the distribution of race proceeds to local programs and special

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projects. Race donations to 34 local schools in 2017 totaled just under $270,000.

Giving Back To The Community wo scholarships are awarded each year since 1989 in memory of Howard Marcus, a longtime member of the Wharf to Wharf Race organizing committee, family man, basketball coach, attorney, author and patron of youth track & field. Howard Marcus Memorial Scholarships are $3,000 per year, renewable for four years on behalf of the awardee in good standing.

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Assemblyman to Speak at County DUI Symposium

SANTA CRUZ — Janus of Santa Cruz will host the Santa Cruz County DUI (Driving under the influence) Symposium on Wednesday, July 11 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Hotel Paradox, located at 611 Ocean Street in Santa Cruz.

Registration is free but seating is limited.

Topics to be covered at the Santa Cruz County DUI Symposium include DUI Assemblyman statistics, prevention Mark Stone efforts, education, and effective DUI countermeasures.

The event features keynote speaker, CA Assemblyman Mark Stone and includes presentations from local and regional stakeholders, including Santa Cruz County Judge Denine Guy, SCPD Detective Eileen Fincutter, MADD Program Specialist Cara Houck, DMV Driver Competency & Safety Projects Unit Research Manager Ainsley Mitchum, Chief of Substance Use Disorder Services Shaina Zura, and more.

“This is an important issue facing our community,” says Jaime Campos, Director of Operations at Janus of Santa Cruz. “The speakers will provide critical information and statistics about DUI and address a range of solutions being implemented in Santa Cruz County and around the state.”

Lunch will be provided at the event and continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded to CCAPP/CADTP counselors, BBS-licensed clinicians and nurses. Visit https://www.facebook. com/events/2021252444789974/ to register. n ••• For over 40 years, Janus of Santa Cruz has provided compassionate and effective substance use disorder (SUD) treatment while guiding thousands of people toward wellness and recovery. For more information about Janus of Santa Cruz, visit www.janussc.org

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“Camp” from page 14 A teen or young adult doesn’t understand calculus, write a cohesive term paper, or consistently throw strikes without having acquired essential building blocks along the way. Similarly, a teen or young adult doesn’t wake up confident, independent and eager to try new things on a specific birthday. So how does he or she get there? By having adults offer appropriate doses of independence at appropriate times and have the courage to say, “Go for it. I know you can do it.” Certainly there are many ways to offer such opportunities to your child. Excellent summer camps, however, were established to partner with parents in this very mission.

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Protecting you, your property, and your legacy which most everyone, regardless of age, experiences in an unfamiliar setting — your heart might ache, but your head will know that overcoming homesickness will launch your child to the next stage of independence. Going to camp gives kids the confidence to embrace further adventures, knowing that if they did it once, they can do it again.

Believe it or not, camp sessions fly by.

And once kids are back home and you can listen to camp stories, hear them sing the camp songs, and sense their pride in all they have done and accomplished, you’ll know in your head and your heart that you’ve given a wonderful gift.

••• Dottie Reed is the head administrator at Camp Pemigewassett in Wentworth, New Hampshire. Contact the author at dottie@ camppemi.com.

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Capitola History Comes to Life in New Coloring Book T he Capitola Historical Museum is pleased to announce the publication of the “Capitola History Coloring Book.” It features nearly forty drawings by local artist Frank Hill, who grew up in Capitola in the 1930s and 1940s.

The drawings are based on Frank’s own recollections and on historical photos from the Capitola Museum collection.

Museum Curator Frank Perry wrote short captions for each illustration.

Frank Hill drew nationally-syndicated comic strips and illustrated many books during his long career. He worked on such famous characters as Yogi Bear, The Flintstones, The Pink Panther, Mighty Mouse, the Jetsons, and many others.

He assisted Hank Ketcham with the production of Dennis the Menace and designed Peanuts spin-off products for Charles Schultz.

A reception and book signing will be held on Saturday, July 21, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Museum, 410 Capitola Avenue.

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Local artist Frank Hill shows off his art for the book

Music at Skypark 2018 T he free community-wide “Music at Skypark” concert series benefiting the music programs in local public schools returns for its 10th summer season on the last Sundays of July, August and September (July 29, August 26 and September 30).

Music at Skypark has raised about $145,000 so far for local public schools. “It has become a signature community event for Scotts Valley,” according to organizers.

“Supporting public schools while enjoying a festive outdoor music concert with your family and friends is an unbeatable combination.”

“The high school had no proper instruments, seating, storage cabinets or much of an infrastructure for band,” said Beth Hollenbeck, SVUSD Music Educator.

“The Kiwanis funds have been our only funding and have helped purchase much of the equipment needed for band and choir programs to function. With Kiwanis funding we have been able to offer our students a quality music education. We never could have come this far so fast without the Kiwanis funding.”

All concerts run from 2:30 to 6:00 p.m. at Skypark in Scotts Valley. Two bands

perform at each concert, and local businesses offer food and other concessions for sale, with all net proceeds going to the schools. Entertainment for kids will return this year. No admission is charged. n ••• Sunday, July 29 • The Houserockers Opening: The Johnny Neri Band eadlining our first concert of the season is The Houserockers, one of the premier classic rock bands of the Central Coast. This 10-member band with its huge horn-driven and foot-stomping sound (Winner of “Best Cover Band in the Bay Area” and KFOX’s “Last Band Standing”) will return to Music at Skypark for the 9th time!

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••• Sunday, August 26 The Coffis Brothers & The Mountain Men Opening: The Elizabeth Carlisle Band he Coffis Brothers & The Mountain Men return by popular demand to headline this concert. This accomplished band with local roots boasts an extensive repertoire of original rock and blues tunes with simple, honest lyrics backed by the brothers’ blend of folk, blues, R&B and rock.

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Opening will be Music at Skypark newcomers The Elizabeth Carlisle Band, an amazing Swedish band in the middle of its “How Swede It Is 2018 Tour” of the Pacific Northwest, with hints of Pink, Sheryl Crow and Melissa.

••• Sunday, Sept. 30 Extra Large and The Joint Chiefs wo of Music at Skypark’s most popular veteran bands headline the September concert: The Joint Chiefs start things off with their totally danceable fusion of funk, acid jazz and classic R&B. Extra Large follows with funky grooves rooted in blends of funk, blues, reggae riffs and Latin beats. These bands have teamed up to produce Music at Skypark’s best-attended concerts in the past. It just wouldn’t be Music at Skypark without these two headliners together again!

••• Music at Skypark is sponsored by Scotts Valley Kiwanis. Visit www.ScottsValleyKiwanis.org for details or contact Mike Stewart at (831) 334-8899 or Jim Melehan at jimbofx@ msn.com. Various sponsorship levels are available. Volunteers are welcome.

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By Zach Friend

he Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors just concluded its annual budget process, and since it is often said that a budget is an expression of community values, I wanted to share some of the highlights of the budget for the coming year.

Budget Standards irst, we’ve been responsible with your money. In the last few years we’ve tripled our reserves and negotiated with employees to reduce future pension and health care obligations. That has allowed

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us to reduce our debt to historically low levels while improving our credit rating so that we now have one of the highest ratings available.

Additionally, we’ve held staffing levels below peaks – nearly 10 percent below pre-recession staffing. The budget we just passed includes no layoffs or cuts to critical services, which is happening in other communities around California.

Public Health ver the last year, we have invested in the community, establishing both to the Nurse-Family Partnership and Thriveby-Three programs to assist with early childhood development of underprivileged children. We greatly expanded drug and alcohol treatment, and in the first three months of 2018 saw the number of people seeking treatment more than double compared to last year. And we invested in Whole Person Care to make sure low-income people, including homeless persons, with multiple health issues get the care they need.

Public Safety ur Sheriff’s Office has added service centers and staffing. In our district, we remodeled the Rountree Detention Facility to help offenders get the job training and life skills needed to keep from reoffending. We reopened the Blaine Street Center to help women transition from jail back into the community. The District Attorney opened the Multi-Disciplinary Center to help investigate crimes against children in a more comfortable environment.

Helping the Homeless e increased emergency winter shelter capacity for homeless residents by 30 percent and are looking to establish a year-round shelter.

We announced more than $2 million in grants to help the nearly 600 unaccompanied minors and young adults living on our streets. This demographic is the largest growing homeless population locally and more clearly needs to be done.

Veterans e increased the number of veterans served through our Veteran’s Service Office by 20 percent, and increased the number of families receiving CalFresh (formerly Food Stamps) by 14 percent. We made government more efficient, allowing people to submit electronic building plans and installed large solar arrays at many different County facilities, which saves money and improves our local environment.

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Public Roads and Facilities e made enormous progress toward repairing the more than $100 million in road damage from the 2017 winter storms and are pursuing the first set of Measure D funded road projects. Additionally, we created new tools making it easier to build accessory dwelling units, giving people a chance to age in place as well as helping alleviate our housing crisis.

We made significant progress toward new a library in Aptos and a remodeled library in La Selva Beach, are building a new pump track for young mountain bikers at Pinto Lake County Park.

Quality of Life Agenda ut we still have much more to do.

During our community outreach on the strategic plan, we heard that many want additional investments in mental health and homeless resources, improved housing options as well as additional upgrades to parks and increased public safety.

Sheriff Jim Hart has outlined a behavioral health partnership to get more people the treatment they need, but we have yet to find the money to pay for it.

We have a significant homelessness crisis and we know that addressing this issue, and affordable housing (which is connected) are top priorities for our community. We have maintenance needs throughout our parks, including committed improvements to Hidden Beach Park, Aldridge and Seacliff Village Park in our district. We need to complete Chanticleer Park, which will include the County’s first all-inclusive playground for children with disabilities. These are all issues you’ve brought to us, and I want you to know we have heard you and are working on solutions.

We have never forgotten that every choice we make with a dollar can impact a life for the better. As we move forward together into the future, we expect we will find solutions to these challenges, just as we have met the challenges that have come before. n ••• As always, if you have any questions or suggestions please feel free to call me at 454-2200.

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CFSCC Spotlight – CEO Susan True M aking Santa Cruz County a better place to live, now and in the future, is the mission of Community Foundation Santa Cruz County.

Since 1982, its workshops, grants and resources have been strengthening the local nonprofit sector, and its investments often address some of the region’s most pressing needs, from affordable housing to sustainability. Susan True, who has served as the organization’s CEO for the past eight months, shared her insights about the organization and its role with MBEP: What is unique about Santa Cruz County as it relates to your organization’s mission?

Susan: Santa Cruz County is an exceptional place, and its future is too important to leave to chance. As a community foundation, we get to shape the future today by bringing together philanthropists, community leaders, and social entrepreneurs, turning their passion into action.

Our mission is about connecting people, ideas, and resources to improve the lives of everyone in the community.

We have the unique privilege of creating opportunity and local impact that

strengthens our whole county — from the arts to education to the environment and much more!

As CEO, how are you putting your own stamp on the Community Foundation?

Susan: The best path to community transformation is through relationships centered on solutions to our most persistent problems. I hope that people look at my leadership of the Foundation and feel that their relationship with us has strengthened what they do, exceeded their expectations, advanced equity and led to positive impact. That happens through relationships built on trust, listening and shared purpose.

I also have a bias for action so even though we are here for good, forever, we know that we start building that future with today’s actions. To that end, I am dedicated to investing our resources in urgent needs.

For example, our Board has just approved three impact investments that expand opportunity for local residents: Landed for teacher housing, Farm Link to support farmers in growing their productivity through sustainable practices and New Way Homes for affordable housing. We have also just built a new way for donors to become investors in projects like these through our Community Investment Revolving Fund.

Our community is hungry for this opportunity to get working capital in the community for social good; we just received our first investment to the fund of $1.5 million. Those funds will be deployed immediately in low-interest loans that complement the goals of our grant making.

My stamp for the Foundation should be the one that honors our legacy and the people who have made our community the special place it is, seizes opportunity to achieve great results in the present and plans for a future filled with generosity and hope for a brighter future.

What do you wish more people understood about what you do as an organization?

Susan: This is YOUR Community Foundation. People often think of Community Foundations as only serving the very wealthy. Since coming here, I have learned how regular people use their appreciated property, retirement plans, gift annuities and other vehicles for tax benefits and to serve the organizations working on key community issues.

Our work is about inspiring generosity and passion that makes Santa Cruz County a stronger, more vibrant community for all. I am thrilled to get to team up each day with the amazing people dedicated to solving our community’s challenges - now and in the future.

Community Foundation Santa Cruz County CEO Susan True.

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Natural Bridges Media to Acquire Community Radio Station 90.7 FM KSQD ‘K-Squid’ SANTA CRUZ — KSQD FM, “K-Squid” just got a big step closer to flipping the “on-air” switch. On June 22, the Federal Communications Commission approved the assignment of the license for 90.7FM to Natural Bridges Media, the non-

profit set up to operate KSQD as a local, community radio station.

The license, currently held by Educational Media Foundation (EMF) will be officially transferred once the conditions of the sale are met, which include approval

by UC Santa Cruz of a tower lease transfer from EMF to Natural Bridges Media.

UC Santa Cruz owns the tower on which KSQD’s antenna sits currently leased by EMF. The final contingency is the transfer of funds for completion of the sale from Natural Bridges to EMF, which will happen immediately upon the signing of the tower lease.

Natural Bridges Media plans to begin broadcasting as KSQD 90.7 FM on September 1 if all goes as planned. Volunteers are already reporting local news on the station’s social media and are preparing a highly interactive website. The station recently conducted a logo contest, and the winner was Nina Moore, a local graphic artist from Felton.

KSQD 90.7 FM will be a local radio station serving a broad range of community interests, from local news and discussion shows to those focusing on music, arts, literature and health. The station plans on airing the Thom Hartmann show, Democracy Now! and Your Call daily as well as an array of podcasts and locally produced shows. One hundred thirty-six

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program proposals were submitted and are being evaluated by the program committee. Many shows from KUSP will be making reappearance, including “Ask Dr. Dawn,” “Talk of the Bay” and “Geek Speak.”

The station’s studios will be located at 399 Encinal Street in the Harvey West neighborhood with a signal reaching most of Santa Cruz County and parts of Monterey County. Natural Bridges Media will be leasing space owned by the Santa Cruz County Office of Education (COE). As part of the use agreement with COE, Natural Bridges Media will be offering on-air experience and broadcast training for local students as well as information about education in Santa Cruz County.

The studios will cost around $25,000 to build with an overhead of $30,000 more annually. To fund studio construction and operating costs, the organization is conducting a Phase II Studio Raising campaign. So far the campaign has raised $41,000 with a total goal of $83,000.

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‘A Night of Miracles’

Summer Concert Series Presented by Teen Challenge Monterey Bay

SANTA CRUZ — Teen Challenge Monterey Bay presents “A Night of Miracles.” A summer concert series benefiting the construction of the Grace Harbor Women Center located in downtown Watsonville at 55 Brennan St., Watsonville.

The summer concert series will feature an evening of live worship intermixed with powerful life-changing testimony delivered by students and staff from the

surrounding Teen Challenge Monterey Bay recovery centers: Freedom Women’s Center, Teen Challenge Monterey Bay and Pajaro Valley Shelter Services.

The concert series will begin Sunday, July 22 at Santa Cruz Bible Church, continue on Friday, August 10 at Twin Lakes

Church and finish Sunday, September 23 at the Mount Hermon Christian Conference Center. All three concerts will be held in the evening from 6 to 8 p.m.

Michael Borden, Executive Director of Teen Challenge Monterey Bay commented, “As of January 1st, 2018 year round emer-

gency shelter in Santa Cruz County was shut down. There (are) currently no year round emergency shelter services for the homeless in Santa Cruz County.”

Please join us for these concerts and find out how you can help us to re-establish emergency shelter services in Santa Cruz county. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to experience a powerful evening filled with hope, worship, and fellowship. n

Colonel Schake Honored as Veteran of the Year

SACRAMENTO — Assemblymember Mark Stone (D-Monterey Bay) has designated Colonel Kurt Schake-Ret. as the 29th Assembly District’s Veteran of the Year for his many years of service to the United States and for assisting homeless veterans along California’s Central Coast through the non-profit Veterans Transition Center (VTC).

“This is a great honor,” said Schake. “VTC has been serving homeless veterans in the Monterey region for two decades and our work continues, in large part, due to the strong

support of Assemblymember Stone and the California Legislature.”

Currently, Schake serves as Executive Director of the VTC in Marina, California, which provides critical services to homeless Veterans and their family members.

VTC offers housing and wrap-around supportive programs, including case management, life skills, educational opportunities, job training, and medical referrals.

“I’m thankful for Mr. Schake’s many years of service at the VTC, and I’m proud to honor him and his accomplishments,” said Stone. “Veterans, their families, and

Central Coast communities He has volunteered and across have benefited from his served as a board member with work at VTC.” several California non-profits Schake has served his that assist veterans with educountry and his community his cation and employment. whole life. He graduated from Schake continues to serve the United States Air Force the military community as an Academy and spent twentyadjunct professor at the Naval five years on active duty.

Postgraduate School and a flight During that time, he served as Colonel Kurt Schake-Ret. instructor with the Monterey an F-15 pilot, an exchange officer, and a Navy Flying Club. He and his wide, Heidi, NATO requirements officer. He was also live in Carmel Valley. They have four sons. n an Air Force fellow, earned a Ph.D., and ••• served as a faculty member at the US Air The annual Veteran of the Year ceremony Force Academy. Additionally, he served for takes place in Sacramento and honors veterans a decade abroad, which included deploy- across California designated by State Senators ments in two war zones. and Assemblymembers.

City-Operated Parking Lots and Garages to Add Electric Vehicle Charging Fee SANTA CRUZ — Beginning July 1, 2018, a fee will be assessed for electric vehicle charging at all stations in City-operated parking facilities. The fee is in addition to parking fees. It is being assessed to recover escalating electricity costs and maintenance expenses, and to motivate more frequent turnover of electric vehicle parking and charging spaces.

Using the City’s existing ParkMobile app, the fee will be $1 per hour for 4 hours, and $5 per hour after 4 hours. Because most City-operated parking facilities have a 4-hour limit, electric vehicles that park in excess of 4 hours in those facilities’ electric vehicle charging spaces are also subject to a parking citation.

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stations in City–operated parking lots and garages informing electric vehicle users of this change and how to pay the charging fee. Questions on the new fees may be directed to Marlin Granlund, Parking Program Manager, at (831) 420–5184.

By encouraging electric vehicle adoption, the City aims to reach its climate action milestone that calls for switching 20% of cars to low carbon fuels between 2008 and 2020 and contribute to the achievement of State goals around EV adoption and infrastructure. n ••• For more information about electric vehicle parking and charging in Santa Cruz, please see the City’s Public Works webpage dedicated to this topic.

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here are three things we tend spine and how you can circumvent to loose with age; our muscle pain with proper alignment of bones strength, our vision and our to muscles, joints and tendons. Referability to walk and stand with con- ences concerning osteoarthritis and fidence. This is an interesting trio other joint issues let you know how the moves are that is all about working for your balance.

Balance bodies benefit. The is directly related class ends with a to our eye site and meditation. maintaining strong

By C.J. Walking with leg muscles. Suzi Mahler was introduced to Yoga as a Confidence is a direct benefit and you young teenager and it opened up a can witness the increase of grace and new world for her and brought balance ease after a few short sessions. Those to her life. She found her calling at a interested in taking a closer look at the young age and began sharing the many mechanics of our gate, and the imporbenefits of yoga to everyone willing to tance of strength and flexibility to stay steady on our feet as we move forward listen.

Her Chair Yoga Workshop are in years can find more advanced classes available at the Grey Bears campus on her website: SuziMahlers.com Advance classes provide inforwhere the chairs in the stand alone multi use room fill up quickly. Attendees mation about muscles with fascinating learn ways to increase balance and and easy to understand presentations. strength with simple movements, pos- This is when Suzi can take the time tural awareness, breathing exercises to explain individual structures and and meditation. The chairs are sturdy strong emphasis on how to keep our banquet chairs which insure comfort lower back in shape. There is fun to and encourage ease of movement for be experienced while strengthening this fun and informative class on active and stretching with Chair Yoga. For instance, The Feet as your Foundation aging and healthy posture.

This class brings awareness to your is a workshop that has been created

to help illustrate how our feet can influence other parts of our bodies.

“Chair Yoga is a way to make Yoga available to everyone” says Suzi Mahler and her smile radiates a big welcome. The new schedule times will be on the website below next week.

Be sure and make your decision and sign up early, as this is a popular class with participants aging from 55 up to

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6. Baseball Giant and hall-of-famer 9. Strikebreaker 13. Give out 14. What’s old is new again, prefix 15. Money carrier 16. Floridian predator 17. Sin’s and cos’ partner 18. Don’t just stand there 19. *Salad ingredient at a barbecue 21. *One of thirteen in 1776 23. Knighthood designation 24. “____ your keep” 25. Aladdin, for short

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28. “The Nutcracker” outfit 30. Soft-boiled egg holder 35. Mark for omission 37. Torso 39. Salpae, sing.

40. Like a devoted fan 41. Bear Down Under 43. Mongolian desert 44. Honey wine, pl.

46. Russian monarch 47. Shakespeare’s “at another time” 48. *____ Continental Congress 50. Research facil.

52. One of Bo Peep’s flock 53. Smidgen 55. Three strikes 57. *Celebratory events on the 4th 61. *”The Star-Spangled Banner”

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10. Rugged rock 11. Fungal spore sacs 12. Between Phi and Kappa 15. Fork tips 20. Lorry in America 22. Old-fashioned “before” 24. Europe/Asia portmanteau 25. *One of 3 Presidents to die on July 4th DOWN 26. “Drove my chevy to 1. Go low, as in jeans the ____” 2. Show appreciation 27. Hipbone-related 3. Choir voice 29. Thomas the Engine’s 4. “____: The Saga of an warning American Family” 31. Lady nΘe Stefani 5. Gibraltar, e.g.

Joanne Angelina 6. On top of Germanotta 7. *Out-of-favor 32. Star Wars attacker beverage?

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67. Opposite of ecbatic 69. Step 70. ____ de Janeiro 71. Burnt ____ 72. ____ in captivity 73. Canine command 74. Like yellow polka dot bikini

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Nature Offers Lessons for Water Supply Resiliency

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hen it comes to the effective the District is working to achieve resilmanagement of our ground- iency and robustness in addressing the water resources, the Soquel complexities of our own environment.

Creek Water District’s goals are simple: These characteristics are redundancy, keep our water supply safe, keep it heterogeneity, modularity, adaptation, reliable, and keep it sustainable. To be prudence, and embeddedness.

Our goal of a diversified water successful in this, we must be flexible and adapt to changing circumstances, portfolio is a good example of redunbuild-in redundancies to our systems, dancy, heterogeneity, and modularity.

By potentially and understand the including groundvariety of scenarios Pure Water Soquel Draft water replenishment we may face, in Environmental Impact Report using purified order to plan effecNow Available for water, purchasing tively and ensure Public Review and Comment treated surface a resilient water ~ Public Meeting • July 31 ~ Comments must be submitted by water, purchasing supply for the genAugust 13, 2018 desalinated water, erations to come. and developing I n t e r e s t i n g l y, we can look to pure biological systems decentralized groundwater recharge for a framework that applies to our with storm water, we are better preefforts to curtail seawater intrusion pared to meet uncertainties. If one and ensure a safe, sustainable water source is not available, we will be able supply. Biological systems (i.e., a rain to turn to another, and maintain our forest, the ocean, ecosystems, habitats) water supply for the community.

Along the same lines, but in terms are known as “complex adaptive systems” (CAS). They have evolved the of adaptation, the District has builtprocesses of robustness and resilience, in flexibility to be able to respond to and maintain themselves even under changing circumstances, either shortextreme uncertainty and changing or long-term. This helps us deal with conditions. They thrive by continually climate change and weather variability adapting to the increasing complexity (or other circumstances) which may impact our available sources of water. of their environment.

There are certain principles or char- For example, we cannot rely on the acteristics that apply to these biological underground aquifer to be recharged systems, some of which pertain to how by rain during a drought – so we must have the flexibility to utilize to other water supply sources.

The future is unknown, and so prudence is a characteristic that is part of the District’s overall approach. We are forward-thinking, and preparing for a variety of possible water-supply scenarios. We can’t see into the future, but we can try to identify and plan for future possibilities. And, the concept of embeddedness is relevant as the District, like biological systems, is part of a much larger system — we have critical partnerships with the City of Santa Cruz, with Santa Cruz County, the Central Water District, and others, extending to the State’s regulatory environment. All of these things are interconnected in a complex way and, to a great degree, interdependent.

In short, when looked at from a biological system viewpoint the District

is well-positioned to take the critical measures necessary to ensure our water supply is robust, resilient, and sustainable.

To help address the critical overdraft and seawater intrusion conditions in the Santa Cruz Mid-County Groundwater Basin, the Soquel Creek Water District is considering the Pure Water Soquel: Groundwater Replenishment and Seawater Intrusion Prevention Project.

The Project would involve the advanced purification of treated municipal wastewater to recharge the groundwater aquifers. The District has prepared a Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) to evaluate the potential environmental effects of the proposed Project.

Community members can review and provide input on the Draft EIR during the official comment period: June 29 through August 13, 2018, in a variety of ways:

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• Access and review the Draft EIR at soquelcreekwater.org/purewatersoquel, at the Soquel Creek Water District (5180 Soquel Drive), or at one of seven libraries listed on the website.

• Attend the public meeting (July 31, 2018 from 6-8pm, Twin Lakes Church, 2701 Cabrillo College Drive, Aptos) and submit a written or oral comment.

• Mail written comments to: Pure Water Soquel Project CEQA 4041 Soquel Drive, Ste A-501, Soquel, CA 95073-3105 • Email comments to: purewatersoquelceqa@esassoc.com n ••• As always, if you have any questions about this month’s topic or anything else related to Soquel Creek Water District, feel free to contact Melanie Mow Schumacher at melanies@soquelcreekwater.org or 831-475-8501 x153 and visit www. soquelcreekwater.org.

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Wednesday July 4 Worlds Shortest Parade

All Day, Downtown, Aptos arade participants and vendors wanted for the Party in the Park. Parade entries can include but are not limited to: Classic/antique vehicles, floats, bands, walkers, dancers, dogs, etc.

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Tuesday August 14

Luncheon with Congressman Jimmy Panetta

11:50 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Best Western Seacliff Inn, 7500 Old Dominion Ct. Aptos et neutrality? The Iran Nuclear Deal? The Farm Bill Vote? Join us as the Congressman gives us an update from Washington!

Get your tickets by calling 831-688-1467 or email esme@ aptoschamber.com – Cost: $30

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Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce

Wednesday July 4 Airport Open House ‘Fire In The Sky’

5 p.m., Watsonville Municipal Airport, 100 Aviation Way, Watsonville ireworks Display, Live Bands, Food Trucks and Food Vendors, Skydive Exhibition, Formation Flyovers.

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Cal Giant Berry Farms Annual Skirt Steak BBQ

11:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m., 75 Sakata Lane, Watsonville undraiser for: CASA, Jacobs Heart, Pajaro Valley Shelter, Watsonville Senior Center, Teen Kitchen Project, and others. $12 Meal includes Skirt Steak, Garlic Bread, Fresh Fruit, Tossed Green Salad, Dessert.

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Call the Chamber office: 724-3900

Announcements

Nar-Anon Santa CruzGreater Bay Area (GBA) of Northern California

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It affects the relationships of those close to the addict: parents, spouses, siblings, children, longtime friends, and employers.

If someone’s addiction is affecting you, first you must help yourself.

Nar-Anon is a twelve step support group for families and friends of addicts. There are no dues or fees to join. Just come to a meeting. You will hear others, who are going through similar problems, talk about how they cope and find recovery.

For more information and to locate times and locations of meetings, please go to our website at www.nar-anon.org or call 831-200-3756.

group, we will share stories, learn tools for coping and receive support from people who care.

Contact Hospice of Santa Cruz County Grief Support Program.

(831) 430-3078

Overeaters Anonymous

Business Debtors Anonymous Geezer Golfers

5:15-6:30pm, Calvary Episcopal Church, Parish Hall, 532 Center Street, Santa Cruz. e specifically focus on recovering from debting on one’s business.

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7:00pm-8:00pm, Soquel Congregational Church, 4951 Soquel Dr. o you have problem with Overeaters Anonymous food? Come join us for a friendly free 12 step support group 6:30-7:30pm Christ Lutheran with the solution. Teens and adults Church, 10707 Soquel Dr. Aptos o you have a problem with welcome. It will be held in the food? Come Join us for a Anne Hutchinson Room.

Any questions call (831) 429-7906 friendly free 12-step support group with the solution group with the solution. Teens and adults Second Mondays welcome. Includes compulsive Invisible/Alienated anorexia and bulimia.

Grandparents Support Group overeating, Located in the Gazebo Room.

2:30 - 4 p.m., Christ Lutheran Church, 10707 Soquel Drive, Aptos Call 831-429-7906 if you have ed by Dr. Pat Hanson author of any questions Invisible Grandparents: Leave Tuesdays & Thursdays a Legacy of Love Whether You Can Be There or Not this will be Orientations to Become a safe structured environment for Advocates for Children sharing stories if you so choose, 6 pm, 65 Nielson Street #121 and learning healthy ways to deal Watsonville CA 95076 with separation from anyone.

ASA volunteer Advocates Co-sponsored by Alienated Grandreceive 35 hours of specialized parents Anonymous www.AGA-FL. training. Court appointed special org a national organization that provide information and support to advocates are everyday people Weekdays grandparents who feel alienated or that, with just a few hours a week CASA Orientations to Become estranged to their grandchildren. can have a lifetime of impact for a child who has been abused or Questions: pat@invisiblegrand Advocates for Children neglected.

ASA empowers volunteers to parent.com • (831) 601-9195 directly influence life-changing http://facebook.com/invisible If you would like to participate grandparent decisions affecting children in in the next Advocate training foster care. Court appointed contact cita@casaofsantacruz.org special advocates are everyday or (831) 761-2956 Mondays & Tuesdays people that, with just a few hours a WomenCARE ARM-in-ARM week can have a lifetime of impact Tuesdays, Thursdays for a child who has been abused or 12:30 - 2 p.m. omenCARE ARM-in-ARM neglected. & Saturdays support group for women More info www.casaof santacruz.

Summer READ Program with advanced, recurrent and org or call (831) 761-2956 XT.102 metastatic cancers. Meets weekly 1-4 p.m., Pregnant Mare Rescue, ••• Mondays & Tuesdays, with a Larkin Valley Road, Aptos First Mondays: 2-3 p.m., separate meeting every First and Reading • Equine • Art • Duo in Watsonville Third Tuesday every month. n this fun, unique program, your Second Tuesdays: 5:30-7 p.m. Registration required. Call 4572273 for more information and to child will experience: in Capitola • Nurturing environment to Third Wednesdays: 5:30-7 p.m. register. No cost to attend. strengthen reading skills www.womencaresantacruz.org in Watsonville • Grounding energy that a horse Third Thursdays: 2-3 p.m. naturally emits Mondays & Wednesdays in Santa Cruz • Increasing reading compreThird Fridays: 12-1 p.m.

Alzheimer’s Association hension through art (imagery) lzheimer’s Association in Aptos • Trusting bond which supports has free support groups social and emotional development for family caregivers at 1777-A Mondays Capitola road For more information contact Pajaro Valley Toastmasters 2nd & 4th Mondays 2-3:30pm Lisa M. Algee, Ph.D., via e-mail: 6-7 p.m. Old City Council Chamber, facilitated by Jill Ginghofer, algeelisa@gmail.com, or call (831) 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 5:30-7pm 227-9847 250 Main Street, Watsonville facilitated by Francie Newfield & ome join a dynamic, Kathleen McBurney. supportive group of people Call 800 272 3900 for more Wednesdays at all levels of experience from information. beginners to more advanced.

In Praise of Poetry We’re here to help you discover Feb. 28 thru Mar. 28 your voice and share it effectively. Tuesdays 5:30 pm to 7 pm, Capitola ComEveryone is welcome! munity Center, 4400 Jade Street, Writing/Discussion Meeting For more info: (831) 663-1628 or 6:30-7:30 p.m., Christ Lutheran Capitola (831)783-8047. n this invigorating class you’ll Church, Gazebo Room, 10707 Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA 95003 (At explore and write several forms of poetry. From Acrostic to Haiku; from Caregiver Support Group Hwy One and Freedom Blvd) Ode to Triolet — and a few more 12-1 p.m., PAMF, 2850 Como you have a problem with — you’ll have fun while learning mercial Crossing, Santa Cruz food? Please check out our and creating. Gain exposure to atz Cancer Center, PAMF and new poets, forms, and styles, while Hospice of Santa Cruz County free, friendly 12-Step support group with the solution. All teens unearthing your own voice. This invite you to attend a Caregiver inspiring class is for anyone with an and adults welcome!

Support Group for those caring for someone with a serious illness. For current times and locations of interest in poetry. Novices as well as seasoned poets will find the class When a loved one is seriously ill, other meetings: www.santait can be a challenge for the entire cruzoa.org/meetings. Or call our enriching and fruitful.

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You’re invited to join us at 8:15am every Wednesday at the beautiful DeLaveaga golf course at 401 Upper Park Rd. We enjoy a special rate for 9 or 18 holes.

Questions? Call Jim at 831-6853829.

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12:00-1:00p.m. Rio Sands Hotel, 116 Beach Drive ome join a dynamic, supportive group of people at all levels of experience from beginners to more advanced.

We’re here to help you discover your voice and share it effectively.

Everyone is welcome!

Follow us on Facebook: Facebook.com/AptosNoonToastmasters or more info: (831) 236-1171

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monthly support group meetings for anyone who would like to learn more about ADHD or has questions or concerns. Come share with those who understand.

Second Wednesdays’ meeting is for parents of children, teens, and young adults with ADHD. The group for adults with ADHD, spouses, partners of someone with ADHD meets fourth Wednesdays of every month.

Contact: Judy Brenis, jbbrenis@ comcast.net, or call 831-818-9619.

Third Wednesdays

Edward Jones Financial Advisor Sponsors Coffee Club

10:00 a.m., 2121 41st Avenue, Suite 209, Capitola eremy Geels, a local Edward Jones financial advisor, hosts a monthly coffee club for local advisors to talk about the industry and recent market updates.

“I look forward to keeping individual investors informed about the current market and economy, as well as have fun and get to know some of my neighbors,” he said.

Seating may be limited. To reserve a seat, call Sharon Smith at 831-462-8242.

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For more information, please call (831) 430-3000.

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.

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10 am - noon, Peace United Church, 909 High Street his is the oldest women’s 6:00 p.m., Lutheran Community club in Santa Cruz. The Church, 95 Alta Vista Avenue, club meets to study the life, Watsonville (Adam Dan Hall in works and times of William back of the church) Shakespeare. Members share ar-Anon is a twelve step group readings and insights, support group for families discuss history, and universal and friends of addicts. There are themes found in his plays and no dues or fees to join. Just come writings. to a meeting. You will hear others, Last Wednesdays Each Month For more information please who are going through similar call 831-684-2832 problems, talk about how they Santa Cruz County Prostate cope and find recovery.

Cancer Support Group To locate additional times and Sundays locations of meetings, and to learn 7-9 p.m., Katz Cancer Resource First Baptist Church Bible Study more about Nar-Anon, please go Center, 3150 Mission Drive, SC 9:45 a.m: Bible Study anta Cruz County Prostate to our website at www.nar-anon.

Worship Cancer Support Group has been 11 a.m.: org or call 831-200-3756.

Sunset Way, Aptos an active group for over 20 years 7565 irst Baptist Church of Aptos in the community.

Second Wednesdays welcomes you to join their First meeting of 2018 will be bible study and worship every Santa Cruz Sons in Retirement February 28th.

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Monthly Meeting Call (831) 688-5842 for more info Noon, Elks Lodge at 150 Jewell St. Thursdays his statewide group of retired San Lorenzo Community Band Overeaters Anonymous men invites you to be our 9:05 a.m.-10:15 a.m., Sutter Practice Sessions guest at our monthly luncheon.

Maternity & Surgery Center, 2900 You’ll meet kindred spirits, have 7:30-9 p.m., San Lorenzo Valley Chanticleer Ave., Santa Cruz a fine lunch and learn something High School Band Room (F-1) vereaters Anonymous is a Free, new from a top notch guest he San Lorenzo Valley Friendly 12-Step group for those speaker.

Community Band meets every who have a problem with food.

Cost: $18. RSVP at 479-7096 Visit www.santacruzoa.org for Thursday at SLV High School.

Dues are $30 a semester. You must current times and locations of other meetings, or call our Hotline Second and Fourth Wednesdays read music. at (831) 429-7906.

Wellness on the Cancer Journey Call Teresa at 336-8637.

11-12:30 pm, Old Soquel Plaza earn how to safely support your Second and Fourth Thursdays body and emotions through the journey of Cancer — from Cabrillo Host Lions Club diagnosis to softening the impact Meetings of chemo, radiation, and recovering Sunday July 15 6:30 p.m., Aptos Village Park, well from surgery.

Sunday August 12 We’ll address nausea, low energy, 100 Aptos Creek Road. ant to make a difference in Aptos Movie in the Park weakness, digestion, immune our community? Join the support, grief, stress and more.

100 Aptos Creek Road, Aptos Feel free to bring your partner or Cabrillo Lions Club twice every ome out and enjoy a movie in care team to this free class. Please month and see what you can do to the park with your neighbors at come fed; water is available. help in Santa Cruz County.

Aptos Village Park. Admission is free Limited Seats. Please register Please RSVP cabrillolions@ (without any hassles), spare change all attendees on Eventbrite — gmail.com donations requested for the Live Wellness on the Cancer Journey or call 831-254-3270 to RSVP. Like Coco Foundation. Live Like Address given upon registration Fridays Coco is a non-profit organization that receipt. helps kids in the Santa Cruz County Drop-in Grief Support

12-1 pm, Hospice of Santa Cruz area grow up healthy and with ADHD Support Group opportunities to pursue their dreams.

County, 940 Disc Dr., Scotts 6:30-8 p.m., Aptos Fire Station, Valley Come early and enjoy music and 6934 Soquel Drive, Aptos ospice of Santa Cruz County food truck concessions too. he Santa Cruz/Monterey Movie starts at dusk. Hope to see is offering a drop-in grief Bay Branch of CHADD hosts support group for adults grieving you there! n

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Arts and Entertainment

5:30pm to 7pm Feb 28-Mar 28 Capitola Community Center, 4400 Jade Street, Capitola Ageless Art Project oin this invigorating class where geless Art is seeking volunteers to facilitate art groups for seniors you’ll explore and write several living in residential care facility. Our forms of poetry. From Acrostic to Volunteers guide residents through Haiku—from Ode to Triolet—and a few other poetic forms—you’ll have the creative processes of painting, drawing or crafting. As a volunteer fun while learning and creating. you will have the pleasure of seeing We’ll look at work by experienced poets and discover how to put some residents experience meaningful of their techniques and craft elefeelings of pride and self-worth ments into practice. Gain exposure when completing their own art. to new poets, forms, and styles, To become an Ageless Art while unearthing your own voice. volunteer call 831-459-8917 This inspiring class is for anyone ext.208 or visit Ageless Art at with an interest in poetry. Novices www.fsa-cc.org as well as seasoned poets will find the class enriching and fruitful.

Volunteers Needed for the Register at: https://apm.active Monterey Symphony communities.com/capitola he Monterey Symphony is recreation/Activity_Search/ seeking volunteers. If you love in-praise-of-poetry/6488 music and want to be involved, please call (831) 646-8511 or visit Thursdays www.montereysymphony.org for Lucky Steppers Modern more information.

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6:30 pm, La Selva Beach Clubhouse, 314 Estrella Ave., La Selva Beach, CA 95076 new entry-level String t’s fun and easy to do!

Friendship put to music; family Orchestra class 4th- 6th friendly. Class takes place every Grade Beginning Strings for Thursday Night at our new home violin, viola and cello will be offered on Fridays, 4pm-5:15pm. in La Selva Beach! (Take Mar Students must provide their own Monte off of Hwy 1, turns into Playa Blvd., turn right on Estrella) instruments.

For more information contact Nancy For more information, contact Kvam: Cabrillo Youth Strings (831) Sue Harris or Don Benson at (831) 726-7053 or e-mail at 479-6101 or (831) 426-6443. caller4u@att.net.

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6:30 p.m., New Hall, La Selva Beach Club House, 3124 Estrella Ave. lasses every Thursday night. For more information call Sue Harris Third Monday each month Stitchers By The Sea Meetings or Don Benson (831) 726-7053 or 7 p.m., Volunteer Center of Santa email at caller4u@att.net Cruz, 1740 17th Ave., 95062 titchers-by-the-Sea, the local Last Thursdays each month chapter of the Embroiderers’ Monthly Argentine Tango at Star Guild of America, holds regular Bene Italian/Argentine Restarante meetings open to the public each 4:30pm-9:30pm, Star Bene month. No admission fees.

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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

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egins at Wells Fargo (7701 Soquel Drive) and ends at the Plein Air Watercolor Bay View Hotel.

Paintings Exhibition Parade and Breakfast hosted by Noon-10 p.m., Mutari Chocolate the Aptos Chamber of Commerce.

House and Factory, 504 Front ~~~ Street, Santa Cruz Party in the Park! 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. ptos Artist David Pfost’s plein air Aptos Village Park, 100 Aptos watercolor paintings of Santa Cruz Creek Rd County landscapes are on exhibit. amily fun day! Something for Exhibit open until the end of the whole family: kids games, December. face painting, pony rides, zorbs, food trucks, caterers, and special Second Saturdays Each Month guest artist EXTRA LARGE!

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11 a.m.-3 p.m., Ag History Project Center at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds oin us every 2nd Saturday on the Farm for free family activities. Each month we select a new theme to highlight historical agriculture with games, activities, and demonstrations that relate.

We often have guest appearances from farm animals like llamas, draft horses, sheep, goats, chickens, rabbits, and more! You are sure to find something fun and entertaining for the whole family.

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Boulder Creek 4th of July Parade

Annual pancake breakfast at the Boulder Creek Firehouse 7:00 a.m.-noon arade Starts 10 a.m. on Highway 9 from Scarborough Lumber to Railroad Avenue • July 4th BBQ Junction Park 12 – 5 p.m.– Pan for Gold – Live Music – Beer & Wine

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Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)

You have very particular wants and needs when it comes to love, but you’ll have to be careful not to be overly critical early in the month. No one likes to feel as though they’re being constantly evaluated. Mid-July turns your attention toward anything unique and different, and you’ll want to try all kinds of new things in relation to love and finances. Expect the unexpected and don’t be afraid to branch out into new and unexplored areas! Late in the month you may find yourself more gullible than usual, which could land you in some embarrassing situations. How you look to others isn’t the most crucial thing; but still, you’d rather not come across as an easy mark.

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You start July on top of the world. Few things can touch you, but you have less to do. You have a lot to look forward to once this temporary yield sign is removed, though. Potential crises arise mid-month. Adaptability will be important; the more open to solutions you are, the easier it will be to get out of any jams. Late in the months you feel more comfortable in your own skin; there’s really no limit to what you can do, which is bad news for your competition but good news for everyone on your good side!

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he First Friday Art Tour is a Santa Cruz Institute of Contemporary Arts event, managed in conjunction with the participating art venues. The Wednesday July 4 57th Annual Worlds Shortest event takes place year-round and illuminates some of the most talented Parade in Aptos local artists from local galleries.

Pancake Breakfast: 7 – 10 a.m.

To find out where to participate ocated at burger.Aptos across in a First Friday art tour, visit from Safeway. ~~~ firstfridaysantacruz.com (Most World’s Shortest Parade: 10 a.m. galleries are open 12-9 pm for – 12 noon First Friday viewings.)

Times Publishing Group, Inc. Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)

Tension is in the air the first week of the month. You may not mean to be argumentative, but people’s strong reactions are evidence that you could be taking things a bit too far. Keep your emotions in check mid-month, even more than usual. You aren’t the most demonstrative person, but you show people how much you care about them with your actions. Late in July, you’re forced to deal with unexpected changes. You aren’t that shaken, but you don’t like to stray too far outside your comfort zone. Keep an open mind as you navigate the new and changing landscape.

New Start Time! Parade Steps off at 12 Noon elebrate Independence Day and Watsonville’s 166th Second Sundays Each Month Birthday! The parade proceeds Downtown Santa Cruz down Main St. from St. Patrick’s Antique Street Fair Church to First Street. Thousands 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Lincoln St. of spectators line the route five to (Between Pacific and Cedar) six people deep. Those wanting he “Original” Downtown a front row seat, place their Antique Faire is back! Vendors chairs along the route early in the offer an eclectic blend of antiques morning of the parade date. and unique items. Come and check it out! Browse through a wide assortment of treasures including Monday July 9 books and photographs, vintage SimpleSTEPS for Starting jewelry, clothing, glass and ceramic Your Business collectibles, vintage Hawaiian 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Capitola City kitsch, turquoise, original artwork, Hall Community Room420 and a whole lot of whatnot!

Capitola Ave., Capitola Weather Permitting!

CORE workshop is designed For more info, please call (831) to help new and early-stage 476-6940 or visit us on Facebook. businesses by presenting a broad overview of the issues Third Sunday of Every Month that may impact their success or failure, such as: • Start-up Science Sunday Myths • Critical Factors to Starts at 1 p.m., 100 Shaffer Success • Business Opportunities Road, Santa Cruz, 95060 eymour Marine Discovery • Marketing • Structure, DBA, Center presents a public Licenses, Insurance • Record lecture from a marine scientist Keeping & Taxes • The Goal • the third Sunday of every month. Cash Needs & Sources • Business Topics are presented in an enter- Plans • Next Steps, Seating taining and easy-to-understand is limited. Pre-registration is format, with up-to-date photos, suggested. Cost is $20. Register video, and discussion. at: https://santacruz.score.org/ Science Sunday does not meet take-workshop-11 in December. For more info visit seymourcenter.ucsc.edu

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Saturday July 21 Sunday July 22 Bargetto Winery Art & Wine Festival

11 a.m. – 5 p.m. ree admission • Wine Tasting with purchase of $10 Festival Glass. Live Music 30+ Local Artists and Food Vendors Wood Fired Pizza available for purchase.

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Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

You feel the need to have the last word as July begins, but you can learn quite a bit by remaining quiet and listening to other people’s thoughts and opinions. Your stubbornness continues to reign mid-month, causing you to lean towards self-destructive behavior. You have the resources you need to rise above your greatest faults, but your pride may prevent you from getting the help you need. Find a way to put your ego in the back seat and let humility take control of the wheel. Aggression grows as the month comes to a close, but if you channel it constructively you can be unbeatable. It won’t be easy, look for short challenges, rather than something long-term.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

Good fortune is upon you as the month begins. It feels like the breaks are going your way, and while enjoying the happy energy is tempting, you’ll get further by applying some hard work to the equation. Later in the month you find a need for interaction. Your emotional well-being depends on how much mental and physical stimulation you get. As July comes to a close, you’re reminded that life is one big circle, and when one cycle ends, another begins. Whatever life throws your way, hold on to as much optimism as you can manage.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

Spend your downtime wisely as you feel a lethargy early in the month, devising strategies and methods that will help you increase productivity once things are up and running at a normal pace. Deeply personal issues will come to the forefront mid-July, and your heightened sensitivity could cause you to take things out of context. Surround yourself with loved ones who clearly have your best interests at heart. Late in the month you know what you want and how to get it.

Some may or may not offer help, but do you really need it anyway?

Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)

A hazy shadow is cast on your personal goals and plans early in July. Since you frequently just work on parts of a project, this indecisive energy feels right. But don’t let yourself be distracted or procrastinate for too long or you could miss out on something meaningful. Mid-month brings a strange newness into your life. You’re up for just about anything (especially romantically), and you can’t wait to try the next new thing. Late in the month conflict comes when you and a partner, friend or co-worker can’t come to terms with how to do a thing. You’re usually open-minded and flexible, but that doesn’t mean you’re a pushover.

Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)

You’re feeling a self-promoting vibe early in the month. What talents are you keeping to yourself that you should be showing off to the world? Put yourself out there and see what happens.

You’re more outgoing than usual mid-month, which can benefit all areas of your life. You’re usually content to follow the leader, but not now! It’s about time you let your amazing ideas be heard. As July comes to a close, you truly try to put yourself in other people’s shoes. You may not know exactly what they’re going through, but you’re willing to help them in any way you can.

Aries (March 21-April 20)

Be aware of some anger and resentment stewing as the month begins. You aren’t ever afraid to say what’s on your mind, but your forwardness can upset others who’d rather avoid confrontation.

Your aggression continues to assert itself mid-July, but the focus this time is on competition and how you stack up against others. You’re determined to come out on top no matter what, but the ends don’t always justify the means. As the month comes to a close, aggression turns to passion in a current relationship or ignites sparks with someone new, but, as always, there are potential complications to be aware of. Just because you feel a strong attraction to someone doesn’t mean you should necessarily act on it, right?!

Taurus (April 21-May 21)

Your love and money trains take a trip through Practicalville as July begins. There are no over-the-top gestures or get-rich-quick schemes to look forward to, but there is also very little negative drama to get caught up in either. Long-term investments are your focus mid-month.

Finding secure places to grow your cash and strategizing ways to make love last are at the top of your to-do list. Later in the month you may put too much faith or hope into a person or project, which could end in embarrassment and/or awkwardness when it doesn’t work out.

The trick is to remain hopeful without becoming jaded, which is tough to pull off.

Gemini (May 22-June 21)

You find yourself on the offensive early in the month, taking issue with other people’s opinions and statements. You love a good verbal brawl, but keep in mind that not everyone else wants to debate things as much as you do. Mid-month finds you over-excited as a bunch of new ideas stream through your mind. Isn’t it nice to have so many options that you aren’t sure which one to start first? As July comes to a close, you’ll need to get creative when closing out old accounts, finishing projects, or trying to reach deadlines on time. When your original agenda doesn’t pan out, time to switch over to Plan B.

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

The month begins by providing you amazing opportunities, but instead of shouting your good news to the world, you whisper it to a friend, knowing timing is everything! You shift your full attention mid-July to your home life and the people closest to you. Bringing security to those areas is your goal, and you’re committed to doing what it takes to overcome obstacles that are in the way of your domestic happiness. Opportunities continue to come forward at the end of July. Be ready to keep an open mind; something that doesn’t sound good when you first hear it will grow on you. Say yes.

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Habitat for Humanity ReStores are nonprofit home improvement stores and donation centers that sell new and gently used furniture, home accessories, building materials and appliances to the public at a fraction of the retail price.

Open to the public: Wednesday-Saturday: 9am-5pm Donation Hotline: 831-824-4704

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hroughout California there are discussions about how to address the significant affordable housing crisis. Recent academic and industry studies done on home affordability have shown that in some coastal communities less than a quarter of people earn enough income to be able to purchase a home in their community and many can’t afford rising rents.

Seniors are struggling to stay in the homes they own with an overall rising cost of living. Santa Cruz County is no exception.

There is no question that housing costs in Santa Cruz County are one of the biggest challenges facing our residents. It’s common to hear stories about people working multiple jobs to pay rent, seniors struggling to stay in their homes or kids and grandkids growing up here just to move away after high school or college to find less expensive housing.

We’ve also seen an increase in the number of vacation rentals and second homes limiting overall housing stock and putting additional price pressure on local residents.

There isn’t one simple solution to reducing housing costs. But one promising approach is to increase the number of accessory dwelling units (ADUs). The state (and many local communities) has been working to provide incentives for increased ADU construction.

Recently, the County of Santa Cruz released an interactive toolkit making it easier for homeowners

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to design, permit and construct accessory dwelling unit, which can be a more affordable housing option for Santa Cruz County families.

Additionally, the Board of Supervisors recently reduced permitting fees, streamlined the permit process and created a forgivable loan program (that could cover the cost of fees and even construction in some cases) for units that are deed restricted affordable housing units.

Put simply, it’s now cheaper, easier and faster to build an ADU in the unincorporated area.

ADUs, sometimes called granny units or companion units, are one of the quickest and easiest ways to increase the affordable housing stock in our area. For parents looking to age in place in their homes, they can construct an ADU to live in while providing the main house to their family.

For people looking to obtain some income while renting a unit that is affordable by design (meaning the rents are generally lower than apartment complexes or condos of similar size) an ADU provides options that meet both of these needs.

The Board of Supervisors put in rules to prevent these ADUs from becoming short-term rentals (vacation rentals) so that these new units would really provide for a new long-term rental option for people in our community.

What does the new ADU toolkit provide? vailable at www.sccoplanning. com/ADU, the toolkit includes

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an overview of recently revised regulations designed to make it easier to build ADUs, a cost and cash flow estimator, guides and FAQs about design, construction and financing, and more. It also includes a mapping tool allowing property owners to instantaneously determine if their property can have an ADU and the maximum allowed size.

Financial assistance to build an ADU is available under two new programs. The County is making up to $40,000 available as a forgivable loan to applicants who agree to make their ADU affordable to those making up to 80 percent of area median income for a period of 20 years.

Through the “My House My Home” program , the County has also partnered with Habitat for Humanity Monterey Bay and Senior Network Services to assist low-income seniors interested in building ADUs to create extra income and remain in their homes.

The ADU toolkit is designed to give residents curious about ADUs easy answers to the County’s simplified and streamlined construction process. Under the new program, most residential lots in the unincorporated area with an existing single-family home are potentially eligible for an ADU. The County has also created simplified, downloadable guides on ADU Basics, an ADU Design Guide, and an ADU Financing Guide. Collectively, the guides provide answers to many common questions without requiring a trip to the County’s Planning Department. n ••• As always, if you have questions please feel free to reach out to me at 454-2200.

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apitola Plein Air Returns For The Fourth Annual Art Festival November 1-4, 2018!

This fall, forty professional artists will arrive in Capitola to paint the town… literally! It’s Capitola Plein Air back for its fourth year! Artists set up their easels on the wharf, shore, and streets of our beautiful town, to paint live for three days.

On Sunday, November 4 you will find hundreds of paintings on display, for sale, and entered into competition. At the exhibition and sale you can take home a piece of Capitola culture and vote for your favorites for the People’s Choice Award.

The first place piece will be purchased by the City of Capitola.

Artists, register by August 1st to paint with us! This is a juried show. More information at capitolapleinair.com. Follow Capitola Plein Air on Facebook. n

2017 First Place winner “Morning Commute” Wendy Brayton, Petaluma

Maddie: Mature Companion for You addie (ID #A247649) is a mature girl that is bound to make someone

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a devoted companion. She loves to relax and adjusts nicely to new environments.

Since coming to the shelter she has been on several outings, including a trip to the KPIG radio station and an overnight with one of our volunteers.

She loves people, preferring pets to toys. Come to the shelter and meet this sweetie!

Maddie is a 6-year-old spayed female Chihuahua 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

Annette McGowan at the cliffs

“KSQD” from page 23 KSQD is raising funds through YouCaring online and via individual donations. The station held an event over the weekend at the R. Blitzer Gallery where 120 people came and $5,400 was raised.

In attendance were over 30 former KUSP

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program hosts, including Billie Harris (Castle Cottage), David Anthony (Film Gang), Louise Salazar (Skylarkin’). n ••• Donations can be sent to: Natural Bridges Media, P.O. Box 5551, Santa Cruz, CA 95063.

More information : www.ksqd.org Photos by Maia Rodriguez

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