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Don’t miss ‘The Producers’!

Now playing at Cabrillo Stage is Mel Brooks’ hilarious musical comedy, THE PRODUCERS, adapted from the Academy Award winning film of the same name. One reviewer described it as “a sublimely ridiculous spectacle that should be seen by everybody!” Full Story page 5

Aptos Coffee Roasting Company Forced to Close By Noel Smith

The owner of the Aptos Coffee Roasting Company, Bronson Baker, was sent a “30-Day Notice Of Termination of Tenancy” effective August 31, 2018. The notice was signed by Jill Raffee of the Raffee Law Group in San Diego, CA representing TRC, the owner of the Rancho Del Mar Shopping Center.

The notice of termination on behalf of TRC reads in part, “The Lease requires you to surrender the Premises in good and “broom clean” condition and repair upon termination (See Lease, §37). Please make the necessary arrangements with the Landlord to surrender the Premises in said condition on or before August 31, 2018.” ... continues on page 4

Today’s Fire Service has begun to take a much more proactive approach in addressing elements within our community that pose risk to life safety. After the 2016 Ghost Ship fire in Oakland, in which 36 people died, many Fire Service providers around the country began to look at ways they might ... Full Story page 22

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Cover Aptos Coffee Roasting Company Forced to Close, by Noel Smith Community News 4 PVUSD Agreement With CSEA Includes 6% Salary Increase 5 Don’t Miss ‘The Producers!’ by Mindy Pedlar 7 SCCRTC Speaker Series • Cops N Rodders joins the 19th Annual Scotts Valley Art, Wine & Beer Festival 8 Hablamos Juntos – Together We Speak • Renovation Update from Rancho Del Mar Shopping Center 9 PUREWater Soquel: Replenishing Mid–County Water 10 Aptos Village Road Work now Overnight • ASSE Student Exchange Program • Free Wildlife Watching Guide • John Laird Presentation August 9 • Seniors Warned About Microsoft Scam • Wanted: Concert Quality Grand Piano 11 Honoring the Life and Work of James Aschbacher 12 Save These Dates! 13 New Aptos Village Homes Nearing Completion • Town Hall to Discuss Potential Aptos/La Selva and Central Fire Districts Merger 14 SCCAS Welcomes Philanthropic Partner • Four Minors Arrested for Aptos Hammer Attack, by Sergeant Brian Cleveland 15 High On Life! • Life Lessons From Luis 16 Movable Murals • Higher Rebates Available for Your Household’s Greywater 17 Why We Drum – A Senior Perspective, by Catherine Cat Heron Steele and Claudia Kelly 18 Small Biz Development Center: August Workshops • Dientes Welcomes Masina Hunnicut as New Board Member 19 Highway 1 at Big Sur Landside Opens 21 Greenwaste Recovery Opens Expanded Facility 23 Eat, Drink, and Make a Difference • Homeless Garden Project Moving to Pogonip Farm 24 Renovated Capitola Goodwill Store to Host Grand Reopening Letters to the Editor 19 Aptos Coffee Given Termination Notice Business Profiles 27 Persephone restaurant in Aptos – A Culinary Gem is found in our Midst, by Noel Smith

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

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PVUSD Agreement With CSEA Includes 6% Salary Increase

Board Approves Tentative Contract with California School Employees Association By Dr. Chona Killeen, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources WATSONVILLE — The Pajaro Valley Unified School District Board (PVUSD) of Trustees approved the Tentative Agreement with California School Employees Association (CSEA) at the July 28, 2018 Board meeting. Trustees expressed their appreciation for the collaboration between both PVUSD and CSEA to ensure the best outcomes for classified employees. “The board was very pleased with the respectful negotiations process with CSEA.

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According to Bronson’s Daughter, Sarah de Sousa, TRC had “kept us hanging

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Both the District leadership and CSEA kept a focus on fiscal solvency while determining the best package we could afford. The new contract reflects the respect we have for the important role Classified employees play every day as we move forward to improve student performance,” said Leslie DeRose, Board President. Superintendent, Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, said, “Classified

on for over a year.” The Aptos Coffee Shop Owner had informed TRC management several times over the past year that they were willing to invest in the business in order to keep their lease but had not received any response to their offers. “There was no negotiation,” said de Sousa, “We were blind-sided by this sudden out-of-the-blue notice of termination. After over 30 years of being in this location (since 1987) and part of the community of Aptos, we now have just until August 31 to vacate.” They will be looking for another location in Aptos said de Sousa but they will have to relocate and lay off some of their 15 employees, most of whom are young people just starting out, because there is no way they can find another place, move and begin operations before August 31. “We can only speculate on why TRC decided to terminate our lease but please let everyone know that Aptos Coffee Roasting

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employees’ contributions every day to district functions are vital to student achievement, parent engagement, fiscal solvency, adequate learning environments, and organized systems. The agreement shows a mutual commitment to working together for the benefit of our students and to finding a compromise that maintains financial stability.” “PVUSD” page 6

will continue to be a gathering place here in Aptos serving our friends and customers,” said de Sousa, “We’ll let you know where this will be as soon as we can.” n Editor's Note: Times Publishing Group, Inc. reached out to TRC, which has chosen not to make a comment at this time.

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Don’t Miss ‘The Producers!’

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By Mindy Pedlar

ow playing at Cabrillo Stage is Mel Brooks’ hilarious musical comedy, THE PRODUCERS, adapted from the Academy Award winning film of the same name. One reviewer described it as “a sublimely ridiculous spectacle that should be seen by everybody!” Expertly directed and choreographed by Lee Ann Payne, the story concerns a theatrical producer, Max Bialystock (once known as the King of Broadway) and a mousy accountant, Leo Bloom, who comes to Max’s office to audit his books. Equity actor Chris Reber plays Max with energy, passion, great comedic timing and seemingly effortless charm. Gary Shoenfeld is convincingly awkward and hysterically funny as the shy Leo, who comes alive as he reveals his lifelong dream of being a Broadway producer. The rapport and comradery between these two actors is a big part of what makes this production a joy to watch. When Leo innocently muses that “under the right circumstances, a producer could make more money with a flop than he could with a hit,” the scheme to get rich by overselling interests in a Broadway flop is born. To insure that their show fails, they set out to find the worst play ever written. Enter talented and earnest Jordan Pierini, who shines as the x-Nazi playwright Franz Liebkind. Thrilled that someone wants to produce his musical, “Springtime for Hitler,” he agrees to give Bialystock & Bloom the rights only after they show their loyalty to the Fuhrer by joining him in a

rousing rendition of “Der Guten Tag Hop Clop.” Next Max and Leo set out hire the worst director in town, Roger De Bris, played with over-the-top magnificence by Walter Mayes. Mayes works beautifully with David Mister, who delights with his intense portrayal of Carmen Ghia, Roger’s “common law assistant.” Again, the rapport and chemistry of these actors adds to the comedic antics of this show. Max raises the money through his backers, a bevy of little old ladies that sing and dance their pocketbooks out in the tribute, “Along came Bialy.” With its beautifully executed, funny and clever choreography, a set by Skip Epperson that feels as if it has been crocheted, and perfect mood lighting by Jake Maize, this number is a show stopper! “The Producers” page 6

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“The Producers” from page 5 After a riotous scene of “auditions,” “Springtime for Hitler” is cast, complete with the producer’s secretary/ receptionist, the stunningly Swedish Ulla, skillfully played by Jessica Whittemore. Ms. Whittemore’s rendition of “When You’ve Got It, Flaunt It” is not to be missed. For a time it looks like our producers’ plan might just work, but complications arise when the show unexpectedly turns out to be a hit, the basis for Max and Leo’s touching lament “Where Did We Go Right”? Though our heroes might have to spend some time behind bars, it inspires “Prisoners of Love” and all works out in the end. The leads are ably supported by a strong ensemble of singer/actor/ dancers playing various roles with conviction. Roger ’s Production Team is a riot, and little old ladies have never been more charming, including the winsome Cheyenne Loftus as Hold Me-Touch Me. Soloist David Jackson’s beautiful voice deserves mention, as does Parise Zeleny who could not be cuter as part of a trio that tap their way into your heart. Throughout the show we are treated to the lush sounds of a full, live orchestra. Artistic and Musical Director Jon Nordgren conducts, expertly punctuating every comedic song and movement.

“PVUSD” from page 4 The teams were collaborative, professional, and creative enabling reaching an agreement after only four meetings on several articles. Significant elements of the agreement included the Pay and Allowances Article, with a 3% increase to the salary schedule (1% Me Too from 2016-17 and 2% for 2017-18 contingent on copay/prescriptions) and 3% for 6 / August 1st 2018 / Aptos Times www.tpgonlinedaily.com

Kudos to Lee Ann Payne for putting this wonderful cast together, directing and choreographing with humor and heart. Praises also go to Costume Designer Maria Crush, who has outdone herself, dressing entire cast with style and, of course, humor. Come enjoy Mr. Brooks’ comedic genius in this rip-roaring, knee-slapping musical comedy that won a record breaking twelve Tony Awards, but be prepared for playfully offensive jokes about just about everyone – gays, Jews, elders, the Irish and Germans to name just a few. n ••• THE PRODUCERS runs July 26 through August 19 in the Cabrillo Crocker Theater on the Cabrillo College campus, 6500 Soquel Drive in Aptos. Order tickets on line at cabrillostage. com or at the Box office 831-479-6154. Box Office hours are 12:00 to 6:00 p.m., Thursday through Saturday.

2018-19. The longevity issue was addressed as the PVUSD moved to a percentage calculation geared to retain employees without adding cost. CSEA agreed to end all double coverage on medical benefits for a cost savings of over $340,000, which will offset the percentage increase in longevity stipend. n ••• The Classified Collective Bargaining Agreement is for three years from July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2021.

SCCRTC Speaker Series

SANTA CRUZ COUNTY — The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) continues its Innovators in Transportation Speaker Series with back-to-back speakers offering their insights and experiences in implementing two different transportation models on Thursday, Aug. 2 starting 9 a.m. at the Watsonville City Council Chambers, 275 Main Street, Watsonville. A Q&A will follow each presentation. Farhad Mansourian, general manager of Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART), will discuss the process of bringing the Bay Area’s newest passenger rail service to Sonoma and Marin counties in his talk, “The Evolution of SMART.”

SMART’s initial rail corridor spans 43 miles and includes 10 stations. Future expansions of the line are planned to provide a total of 70 miles of passenger rail service, connecting SMART passengers with jobs, education centers, retail hubs and housing along the Sonoma-Marin corridor, and a bicyclepedestrian pathway. Kurt Triplett, city manager for the City of Kirkland, Washington, will be the second speaker of the program. In his talk, “Implementing Trail and Transit

Corridors – Creating Community Connections, not Conflicts,” he will discuss how he spearheaded the purchase of the Cross Kirkland Corridor and implemented an interim trail along the former rail corridor, which he champions developing into an economic engine and a national example of multi-modal transportation and sustainability. Farhad Mansourian and Kurt Triplett will both speak on Aug. 2 starting at 9 a.m. at the Watsonville City Council Chambers, 275 Main Street,

Community News Watsonville. A Q&A will follow each presentation. The Innovators in Transportation Speaker Series will bring educational and informative talks and presentations to the community, giving people the opportunity to hear transportation experts from around the country discuss the innovations and trends that are shaping the future of transportation in Santa Cruz County and beyond. The series will continue throughout the year with speakers sharing their expertise on a variety of transportation-related topics, including the state rail plan, housing and transit connections, and future transportation trends. n ••• The Innovators in Transportation Speaker Series is free and open to the public. For more information on the series and dates for upcoming talks, visit www.sccrtc.org/speaker-series/.

Cops N Rodders joins the 19th Annual Scotts Valley Art, Wine & Beer Festival

ow in its 19th year, the Scotts Valley Art, Wine & Beer Festival is once again partnering again with the Cops ‘N Rodders Car show, which guarantees fun for the whole family to enjoy! To kick-off the festival on Saturday, the Scotts Valley Police Department will escort the parade of classic cars that will begin at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and will cruise along through the Capitola esplanade up to the beautiful Skypark in Scotts Valley. Award-winning wineries being featured this year are: Kissed By An Angel, Skov Winery, Armitage Wines, 37th Parallel, Hallcrest Vineyards, Surf City Ciders, Pelican Ranch Winery, Wargin Wines, Pelican Ranch, Vista Vineyards and Integrity Wines Valley. Microbreweries and Ciders that will be on tap will be: Steel Bonnet Brewery, Shanty Shack Brewing, Discretion Brewing, Santa Cruz Ale Works, New Bohemia Brewing, Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing, Rider Ranch Ciderworks, Highway 1 Brewing

Company, Corralitos Brewing Co. and Otis McCallister’s “The Good Cider” Live entertainment will be performing throughout the weekend from: Lyin I’s Eagles Tribute Band, The Joint Chiefs, The Shady Rest, Cruz Patrol, and more! Sunday is Bring-Your-Dog Day! There will be pet a raffle, costume contests, and a tricks competition. There will also be dog adoptions from Peace of Mind Dog Rescue. Earthwise Pet Supply will provide free nail clipping and the Scotts Valley Police will provide a K-9 demonstration. The enormous Kids Fun Zone sponsored by Building Kidz School, will feature the Spider Mountain climbing tower with a giant vertical drop slide, a bungee jump, petting zoo, pony rides, face painting, hair braiding, balloons and Arts & Crafts. Parents and children alike will be “wowed” as we follow “The Bubble Lady” to “Bubble Land” and participate in incredible musically enhanced bubble adventures! Indulge on enticing culinary creations from sixteen different food vendors: Aroma Concessions, Cafe Hanna, Cafe Carlos,

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Hablamos Juntos – Together We Speak August 8 – October 7, 2018 • Opening Reception: Sunday, August 12 from 2 - 4 p.m.

In this extraordinarily rich exhibit, you will experience how our artists give voice to and navigate: daily life, current events, social, political and cultural issues, community, ethnicity, as well as personal narratives, myths, and history. ••• Artist Talk: September 15 from 2:00-3:30 p.m. at the Watsonville Civic Plaza Community Room with Susana Arias, Yreina D. Cervántez, Amy Díaz-Infante, Dionicio Mendoza, and Juan R. Fuentes. Curators’ Tour: September 16 from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. at PVA with Juan R. Fuentes and Michelle P. Mouton. Artists: Susana Arias, Amalia Mesa-Baines, Eduardo Carrillo, Yreina D. Cervántes, Pablo Cristi, Amy Díaz-Infante, Juan R. Fuentes, Daniel Galvez, Lorraine Do You Know Where Itz’ At? (Searching For My Mojo) García-Nakata, Carlos Jackson, by Yreina D Cervantez

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Erik’s Deli is slated to open shortly APTOS — The renovation at Rancho Del Mar Shopping Center, anchored by in their existing location, while Comerica Safeway, Rite Aid, and Ace Hardware, is Bank welcomes customers to their new progressing according to plan. Rite Aid branch near Safeway and Aptos Cleaners. and Ace Hardware are now complete, Scott Grady, TRC’s Senior Vice Preswhile work continues on the former ident of Development said, “Reinvesting theater building. The in our properties and third and final phase making improveEditor’s Note: TPG received this press of renovation is now ments to the overall release from TRC, the owner of the underway. look, feel, and merRancho Del Mar Shopping Center, on Rite Aid has chandising mix is July 26. This notice was not in response to questions about TRC terminating the renewed its compertinent in today’s lease of Aptos Roasting Company. mitment to serving rapidly changing the greater Aptos retail environment. community with a new, long-term lease We have seen such a positive shift in at the shopping center. Additionally, local the amount of interest and excitement favorites such as Susi’s Flowers will con- around Rancho Del Mar Shopping tinue … in their existing space, while JC Center and look forward to making Nails and Senior Benefits Insurance Ser- additional announcements in the weeks vices move adjacent to Ace Hardware. to come.” n

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PUREWater Soquel: Replenishing Mid–County Water

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California Environmental Quality Act Meetings and Comments

he California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requires state and local agencies to identify the significant effects a proposed project may have on the physical environment. In accordance with CEQA, a Draft Environmental Impact Report (Draft EIR) has been prepared to identify and evaluate the potential environmental effects of the proposed Pure Water Soquel Project, indicate how and whether the significant effects can be mitigated or avoided, and describe and analyze possible alternatives to the Project. Pure Water Soquel is a proposed groundwater replenishment and seawater intrusion prevention project using advanced water purification methods to purify recycled water for replenishing the groundwater basin and protecting against seawater intrusion. The Project includes facilities in portions of the cities of Santa Cruz and Capitola, and in the Live Oak, Soquel, and Aptos communities of unincorporated Santa Cruz County, California. The District has identified three potential sites for the Project water treatment facilities, five potential sites (among four properties) for recharge wells, and several options for conveyance pipeline alignments. The Project treatment system could include components at: (1) the Santa Cruz Wastewater Treatment Facility, (2) District-owned property near the Capitola Avenue-Soquel Drive intersection, and/or at property on the southwest corner of the Soquel Avenue-Chanticleer Avenue intersection. Pipeline routes would generally follow road or railroad rights-of-way.

All comments must be postmarked or received via email by August 13, 2018 for consideration in the Final EIR. There are several ways you can comment: • Attend the public meeting on July 31, 2018 from 6:00–8:00 pm at Twin Lakes Church, 2701 Cabrillo College Dr., Monschke Hall, Aptos, CA 95003. • Submit comments via email to purewatersoquelceqa@esassoc.com • Mail written comments to: Pure Water Soquel Project CEQA, 4041 Soquel DR, STE A-501, Soquel, CA 95073-3105

Potential recharge well locations include: (1) two sites at Cabrillo College; (2) one site at Twin Lakes Church, (3) one site on District property near Willowbrook Lane, and (4) one site on District property near the Monterey Avenue-Kennedy Drive intersection. The Project would help increase the sustainability of the District’s groundwater supply, upon which it currently relies for 100 percent of its water supply, reduce the degree of overdraft conditions in the District’s groundwater basin, protect against and aid in preventing further seawater intrusion of the groundwater basin, and promote beneficial reuse by reducing discharge of treated wastewater to the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. The project is currently is in Year 4 of it’s evaluation with technical feasibility and environmental review underway. If the project is approved, construction could begin as early as 2019 with the goal of being on-line by 2022. It is anticipated that the cost of the proposed project would be approximately $90 million. The District has been awarded over $2 million dollars in grants for planning efforts and is exploring federal and state grant programs for implementation/construction. The Pure Water Soquel Project meets the criteria to compete for grant funding through programs such as the State’s Prop 1 Groundwater Program (up to $50 million), US Bureau of Reclamation’s Title XVI Program (up to $20 million) as well as low-interest loans through the State Revolving Fund program and WIFIA. The review and input of the public, agencies, and interested parties is

an important part of the CEQA process, which provides a number of opportunities for public participation. Preparation of an EIR ensures that the District considers potential environmental effects of the proposed Project and public input when deciding whether to approve the Project. How To Comment he environmental review process, under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) provides many ways for the public to get involved and comment during the process. The 45-day comment period is from June 29 through August 13, 2018.

Community Handbook: A Guide to the Draft Environmental Impact Report and Review Process he Community Handbook is an easy-tofollow 24-page guide to the Draft EIR. It’s intended to provide a summary and overview of the proposed Project and key elements of the environmental analysis in the Draft EIR, including design features, mitigation measures, and feasible alternatives. The handbook also provides information about the environmental review process and how to provide comments on the Draft EIR. n ••• www.soquelcreekwater.org/sites/default/ files/documents/Advanced-Water-Purification/ Draft_EIR/Soquel_Creek_DraftEIR-CommunityHandbook_FINAL_06-29-2018_singlepage.pdf

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Community Briefs Aptos Village Road Work now Overnight upervisor Zach Friend and County Public Works Director Matt Machado have worked with the contractor to switch the ongoing utility work along Soquel Drive in Aptos Village to an overnight job. Beginning Monday, July 23 through Friday, August 10, expect brief delays between the hours of 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. at night. No more day work. Thanks for your input and patience, and have a great weekend! — Jason Hoppin, Communications Manager, County of Santa Cruz ••• ASSE Student Exchange Program Seeking Local Families to Host High School Exchange Students SSE International Student Exchange Programs (ASSE), in cooperation with your local high school, is looking for families to host boys and girls between the ages of 15 to 18 from a variety of countries: Norway, Denmark, Spain, Italy, Japan, to name a few. ASSE students are academically selected into the program, and host families can choose their student from a wide variety of backgrounds, countries and personal interests. ASSE students have money for expenses and have full health, accident and liability insurance. They come with an enthusiasm to practice their English and experience American culture - food, sports, shopping and more. They also love to share their own culture and language with their host families. Host families welcome these students into their family as a family member giving both the students and families a rich cultural experience. To become a host family or to find out how to become involved with ASSE in your community, please call us at the ASSE Western Regional Office at 1-800-7332773 or go to www.host.asse.com to choose your student and begin your host family application.

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manent bird species found on a seasonal basis throughout Santa Cruz County. Now, avid wildlife viewers have Visit Santa Cruz County’s revised and updated Wildlife Watching Guide. This free, 52-page guide is designed to help locals and visitors navigate the various communities adjacent to premiere birding destinations throughout the county. The guide includes information on a variety of habitats, from sandy beaches to lagoons, wetlands, streams and rivers as well as descriptions and photography of the some of the area’s most commonly seen birds, wildlife and the times of the year to view them. Information on where and how to view wintering monarch butterflies, migrating whales and elephant seals is also featured. The guide provides maps of birding and wildlife hotspots, points of interest, itineraries, and encourages lover of wildlife to share their photos on Instagram using the hashtag #SantaCruzNow. Visit Santa Cruz County will distribute the free kit at its year-around visitor center at 303 Water Street in Santa Cruz or via mail by request through www.birding. travel, or by calling 800.833.3494. ••• John Laird Presentation August 9 CA Secretary of Natural Resources oin Watsonville Wetlands Watch on Thursday, August 9 for a special evening presentation by California Natural Resources Secretary, John Laird, when he provides us with an overview of natural resources challenges in California and the Central Coast. Governor Jerry Brown appointed John Laird John Laird California Secretary for Natural Resources on January 5, 2011. He has spent nearly 40 years in public service, including 23 years as an elected official. During his public service as California’s Secretary of Natural Resources, Laird has made climate change adaptation, water conservation and supply reliability, enhanced relationships with tribal governments, State Parks access, farmland conservation, and oceans sustainability among other issues top priorities.

As Secretary, he provides administrative oversight to thirty departments, commissions, councils, museum, boards and conservancies — and is a sitting member of sixteen conservancies, councils, boards and commissions within the purview of the Agency. The presentation is from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Seating is limited. Attendance is free, but you must reserve a seat at https://www.watsonville wetlandswatch. org/events/upcoming-events. Please arrive early for sign-in and seating in order that the presentation can begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. •••

Seniors Warned About Microsoft Scam he Santa Cruz County Division of Adult Protective Services is warning senior residents to be advised about a scam that continues to cost members of our community a significant amount of money and stress. If seniors receive a phone call from someone pretending to be with Microsoft (or another computer company) saying you are owed a refund for prior services, it is almost certainly a scam. Victims report being asked to grant remote access to their bank account before being told the refund was excessive and to return excess payments via gift card or wire transfer. If you get this call, HANG UP! If you have been a victim of this scam, tell your bank right away, and report to Federal Trade Commission at www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov. Call Santa Cruz County Adult Protective Services (831) 454-4101 for help, if you have questions, or want more information. Remember: 1) Never give a caller remote access to your computer 2) Legitimate companies will never ask you to pay them using gift cards 3) Never call the number in a virus alert ‘Pop-Up’ on your computer •••

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Wanted: Concert Quality Grand Piano he Aptos Keyboard Series in in need of is a high quality 7-foot (6’ 6” to 7’) concert grand piano in excellent condition that would meet the artistic demands of the World Class Artists who will be performing in this series. The concerts are held in Saint John Episcopal Church in Aptos, the perfect venue in all respects including size and acoustics. The pianos that come to mind include Steinway, Kawai, Yamaha, Boesendorfer and others in this class. We are looking for a piano of this quality that would be loaned on an open-ended basis or perhaps a taxdeductible donation as Saint John Episcopal Church has a nonprofit status. The piano would be secured in Saint John Church, maintained and kept in concert-ready condition by The Aptos Keyboard Series. For further information please call Josef Sekon, Artistic Director of The Aptos Keyboard Series at 831 685 9169 and see our website: http://cabrillo.edu/~jsekon/ n Best concert grand piano brands:

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Honoring the Life and Work of James Aschbacher

‘Celebrating James’ Free Community Event at Rio Theatre, Saturday, August 25, 6:30 p.m.

free community celebration of the life of artist James Aschbacher will take place at the Rio Theater in Santa Cruz on Saturday, August 25. The beloved local artist, who passed away unexpectedly in April, was known for his colorful downtown murals, art projects with local school children, and dedication to the arts and fellow artists in Santa Cruz County. The event will feature guest speakers, music, food, and a champagne toast, to uphold James’ tradition of celebrating every day. Doors will open at 6 p.m. with program at 6:30, followed by time to share fond memories and enjoy refreshments until 9 p.m. The all-ages event is free thanks to contributors to a GoFundMe campaign established to bring James’ friends, family, and the arts community together to celebrate his life and work. “There will be a huge hole in the heart of the Santa Cruz arts community without James, and an even more enormous hole in my heart,” said Lisa Jensen, James’ wife of 40 years. “But I want everyone to have a chance to remember him as he was — cracking jokes, making fabulous art (and pizza!), and toasting life with champagne! James thought every day should be a celebration. It certainly was for him!” Prior to his career in the arts, James spent 16 years as co-proprietor with Joe Ferrara of Atlantis Fantasyworld comic book store. At age 40, and with no previous artistic training, James began to pursue art full-time. Entirely self-taught, his whim-

sical style featured figures and animals surrounded by borders of colorful glyphs. James was a popular Open Studios artist for over 25 years and was a longtime chair of the Open Studios Committee at the Arts Council of Santa Cruz County. He inspired and mentored young and emerging artists throughout the county, serving Watsonville and the Pajaro Valley as an active board member of Pajaro Valley Arts, whose recent members’ exhibition, What Nourishes Us, was dedicated to James’ memory. James left his mark as a muralist on buildings in downtown Santa Cruz and county-wide, and worked with local elementary school 4th and 5th graders to help them paint school murals with their own fanciful creatures. James loved Santa Cruz and the feeling was mutual. Friends and colleagues recall his kindness, generosity, humor, creative spirit, and the twinkle in his eye. For more information or to volunteer, see the Facebook event, ‘Celebrating James: A Community Event in Honor of James Aschbacher,’ (https://www.facebook. com/events/463985117389718/) or contact Ann Ostermann, 831-251-4626 or inkonherfingers@yahoo.com. Celebrating: James Aschbacher – A Community Event, Saturday, August 25, 2018. Doors open at 6 p.m., Program starts at 6:30 p.m. in the Rio Theatre, 1205 Soquel Avenue Santa Cruz – Free Event n ••• More Info: 831-251-4626 or inkonher fingers@yahoo.com

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Save These Dates! S eptember is Children’s Cancer Awareness Month. In celebration of 20 years of service Jacob’s Heart presents these events: ••• Friday, September 14 Jordan and Kyra Memorial Golf Tournament Seascape Golf Club in Aptos oin us as we celebrate the 25th Annual Jordan & Kyra Memorial Golf Tournament. Enjoy local sips and eats at various holes along the way, participate in our fun putting contest, and take in the beauty of Seascape Golf Club. After a memorable day on the green, join us in the evening for an exquisite dinner and auction alongside family and friends. Together share an

evening bidding on fantastic wines, a great selection of treasures, trips, artwork and more. Register today (www.jacobsheart.org/ golf) for a tournament entry that includes a full day of festivities, or register for the evening dinner banquet and auction only. Sponsor a hole or become a major or premier sponsor that offers extra perks: entry for a foursome, the opportunity to showcase your company (products), and name recognition at the event and online. Proceeds support Jacob’s Heart, Family House and cancer research. ••• Sunday, September 23 Kidrageous Golden Carnival Watsonville Plaza 12 to 5 p.m. he 20th Annual Kidrageous Golden Carnival at the Watsonville City Plaza

is an amazing day of fun for your entire family. Carnival fun fills the day with music, dance, magicians, costumed characters, arts and crafts, SLIME, bounce houses, face painting, an amazing raffle, pony rides, petting zoo, live entertainment and much more. Every booth and activity at Kidrageous is in honor of or in memory of a local child with cancer, and your atten-

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New Aptos Village Homes Nearing Completion S ummer 2018 has been a productive season for the Aptos Village Project. • Paving is complete for Aptos Village Way. This new street, which runs parallel to Soquel Drive, will provide an integral connection between Trout Gulch Road and Aptos Creek Road. The street includes parking on each side, as well as wide sidewalks to help ensure a walk able, safe environment for pedestrians. • The parking lots are paved for the majority of the Phase One project, with landscape next on the to-do list. The parking lots are about one-third pervious paving with large detention basins below ground to mitigate runoff. The landscape also will

include bioswales and more rain gardens. • Construction of the six cluster homes, located just past the new townhomes on Granite Way, is making great progress. Current work on these residences includes cabinet installation, laying tile and wood flooring, and adding finishing touches. The three-bedroom cluster homes are slightly larger than a townhome, ranging from about 1,800 to 2,200 square feet with more living/dining/ family room space to accom-

modate larger families. For more information about purchasing a home, contact (http:// www.theaptosvillage.com/ residential/). • The majority of building exteriors are nearing completion and work is commencing on the interior of these spaces, including residential condos and commercial areas. Building 7 includes three two-bedroom condos and Building 3 includes one-bedroom condos, many with a bonus room and all with elevator access. Also, the utility tie-in work happening on Soquel Drive for the new Parade Street is to be completed by August 10. To mitigate traffic delays, work will now occur between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. Sunday to Thursday. n

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o Our Valued Community Members: Since 1971, several reports have been compiled looking at how the Central Fire District of Santa Cruz County and the Aptos/La Selva Fire District could work more efficiently together through either a joint-powers authority (JPA) or consolidating the Districts into one agency. In July 2017, the Board of Directors from both the Central Fire District of Santa Cruz County and the Aptos/La Selva Fire District opened discussion of these options, and what they would entail. Partnering with the Santa Cruz County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO), a request for proposal was distributed to consultants specializing

tional (ESCI) to spearhead in this type of evaluation. During the month of July Town Hall Meeting the project. Over the next 8 months, the consultants 2017, an ad-hoc comMonday, August 27 worked with all three mittee was established, entities in preparing consisting of two Board their report. Interviews of Directors from each were conducted with Fire District, both Fire the management, staff, Chiefs, three representaline personnel, local tives from Santa Cruz government officials and LAFCO, and the LAFCO community members of Executive Officer, representatives from each District’s Chief both Districts. We are very pleased to be able to Officers and representatives from each Dispresent ESCI’s Final Report to you on trict’s labor groups. The ad-hoc committee came to the Monday, August 27, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. at a consensus in September 2017, selecting Town Hall Meeting to be held at the Samper Emergency Services Consulting Interna- Recital Hall at Cabrillo College (Campus

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SCCAS Welcomes Philanthropic Partner T he Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter (SCCAS) is the organization safeguarding and improving the lives of domestic animals in Santa Cruz County. With intake exceeding 5,000 animals a year, SCCAS has a bedrock of municipal funding for core services such as animal control, licensing, rabies vaccinations,

housing for strays and surrenders, and intervention in animal abuse cases. Most of the Shelter’s key preventive efforts, however, require private money – spay/neuter clinics, training classes, humane education, and community outreach – are dependent on donations from private individuals. To meet this need,

supporters have launched the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. “Our goal is simple,” said Foundation treasurer Brett Hennie, an executive with the Driscoll Company in Watsonville. “We want to ensure that the County Shelter will have a steady source of private funding to provide program stability and expansion of proven preventive outreach.” As a 501(c)(3) entity, the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation will access resources otherwise unavailable to SCCAS. Many businesses encourage employee philanthropy by offering matching gift programs, but require recipients to have 501(c)(3) status. The Foundation will reach out to businesses and other organizations while offering potential donors a range of giving options not currently available through the Shelter including gifts of securities, automobiles, real estate and more. “We are thrilled to have an ally like the Foundation,” said SCCAS General Manager Melanie Sobel. “Unlike private rescue organizations, our staff focuses

solely on services and we have no fundraising staff to focus on charitable giving. To have a Foundation raising needed funding for our pro-active programs is a real boon because these programs are essential to bringing about change.” To learn more about the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation, please visit https://www.scanimalshelterfoundation.org. The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter is an open admission shelter that welcomes EVERY animal in need. Our goal is to be a humane resource for the community by providing a safety net and second chance for local animals where owners can find and recover lost pets, adopt new animal companions, or sign up for PLANNED PetHood, our low cost spay/neuter program available for all resident pets n ••• Our life-saving services and programs are described in detail on our website, www.scanimalshelter.org. The support of our community is crucial to sustaining and expanding these services.

Four Minors Arrested for Aptos Hammer Attack

By Sergeant Brian Cleveland

n May 28, 2018 at 1:41 AM, four masked suspects broke into a garage in the 100 Block of Monte Vista Drive in Aptos and assaulted three teenage

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• 16-year-old male juvenile, resident of Watsonville (7/10/18) 245 PC Assault with a Deadly Weapon; 211 PC Robbery; 459 PC Burglary   • 16-year-old male juvenile, resident of Watsonville (7/12/18) 211 PC Robbery; 459 PC Burglary; 182 PC Conspiracy   • 16-year-old male juvenile, resident of Watsonville (7/16/18) 211 PC Robbery; 459 PC Burglary; 182 PC Conspiracy   ••• Anyone with additional information about this case should contact Sergeant Dee Baldwin at (831) 454- 7635. Questions concerning prosecution of the minors should be directed to the District Attorney.

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High On Life! N extStage is achieving its goal, providing opportunities to the Santa Cruz Community seniors to use creativity as a means of improving the quality of their Lives! Please join us for the “LOVE IN” on August 26 at 3 p.m. in the Louden Nelson Community Center, 301 Center St. Santa Cruz to support our mission. Gretchen Jenne can personally attest to the power of music and dance to lift spirits. Her love of singing led her Gretchen Jenne to community theater, performing both on the stage and behind the scenes. Kate McGuire writes: These days Gretchen Jenne, 74, of Capitola, is singing her blues away as a member of a troupe of seniors who perform at local nursing homes, in retirement communities and at special events as well as on stage at local theaters. But it wasn’t always that way for

Jenne. After her father, for whom she was the primary caregiver, died, she developed a deep, dangerous and unrelenting depression. Despite several years of therapy and anti-depressant drugs, she was unable to beat back the demons that dominated her being after her loss. “I really was at the lowest point in my life, I would go days without going out of the house,” she said. “I couldn’t think of any reason to go on.” That all changed one day about five years ago when she saw a flyer at her hair salon about Next Stage Productions (NSP), a nonprofit corporation organized to develop theater art skills for the more than 97,000 seniors in Santa Cruz County. NSP was hosting singing, dancing, acting and other arts-related

workshops, according to the flyer. She decided to sign up. “I thought maybe that would cheer me up and it would be interesting to be a part of it,” she said. A soprano who is now part of two performance troupes and is a member of the NSP board, Jenne has taken nearly all the NSP workshops including Voice, Singing for the Senior Voice, Choir, Improv, Dance, Storytelling and all the classes in the NSP summer program held every year at Cabrillo College. “I love the activity and the people I’m involved with and I am so grateful to have found NSP,” she said, because in addition to her deep depression, she was also getting physically ill. “But I’m not any more.” Jenne and members of the two NSP troupes will all be performing at “The Love In,” an NSP fund-raiser on August 26 from 3-to-6 p.m. at the Louden Nelson Center. It is billed as a lively concert of ‘60’s music and will feature a silent auction, as well as a return to the hair-dos, bell bottom pants, flowery vests and hippie kit swag

bags filled with items popular during that wild generation. n ••• NextStage production of “LOVE IN” on August 26 at 3 p.m. in the Louden Nelson Community Center, 301 Center St. Santa Cruz General Admission $30.00 ($32.04 w/ service fee) at https://lovein.brownpapertickets.com — Includes open seating and a Hippie Kit with essential Hippie shades, bandana and peace sign.

Life Lessons From Luis: Jacob’s Heart’s July’s Teen of the Month

uis became part of the Jacob’s Heart family at the age of 16, when he was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a painful bone cancer. After undergoing treatment, Luis was excited to learn he was cancer-free. But after three years, life took another turn... Luis’ doctors told him that his cancer had returned. While it wasn’t the news he had hoped for, Luis knew he would have the support he needed, with his family here at Jacob’s Heart. Words of wisdom from Luis: “The world isn’t all sunshine and rainbows. Life can be very hard, and I don’t care how tough you are... it can beat you to your knees and keep you there if you let it. But it isn’t about how hard you get hit, it’s about how you keep moving forward...that’s how winning is done.” Luis is part of the Jacob’s Heart Teen Group, and feels strengthened being with others who know what he’s going through, especially his mentor, Mariela Medina. Together, the Jacob’s Heart teens learn how to turn their cancer experience into Post-Traumatic Growth, an evidence-based theory that holds that after tremendous struggles, deeper meaning and growth can be found. Post-Traumatic

Growth is especially possible with support from others who share the experience. “Cancer has given my life a different perspective. In a way, cancer gave me a gift. A gift the average person cannot comprehend. I saw the best in human nature when I was sick.” — J.C. teen cancer survivor

••• To volunteer at Jacob’s Heart and make a difference for teens like Luis, please contact us; we’d love to hear from you. n Jacob’s Heart Children’s Cancer Support Services 680 West Beach Street, Watsonville, CA 95076. Telephone: 831-724-9100, Email: admin@jacobsheart.org – Website: https:// www.jacobsheart.org

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by Monument Lumber) off-site at artists’ studios, schools and/or community facilities. Taylor Reinhold, Paul DeWorken, Bonnie Carver, and Judy Gittelsohn were awarded commissions to complete murals ranging in size from 8’ x 8’ to 8’ x 20.’ Murals depict apples, strawberries, local birds and our ocean. Individual artists worked with community members, Focus Agriculture, and the Boys and Girls Club, to complete their projects. n ••• Pajaro Valley Arts 37 Sudden Street, Watsonville, CA 95076. Tel# 831-722-3062. A nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation Federal ID 77-0107201

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Why We Drum — A Senior Perspective By Catherine Cat Heron Steele and Claudia Kelly

e both love coming to Grey Bears in Santa Cruz and supporting the senior community with Watsonville Taiko’s workshops and classes. Grey Bears is such a convenient location in the middle of the county and within a block from a bus stop, which makes it easy if you support public transportation. The location is also away from residential areas so our sound when we drum isn’t disturbing residents in a neighborhood.

Our head sensei at Grey Bears, Ikuyo Conant, has been teaching taiko in the community for years. I saw Watsonville Taiko perform at their Japanese Cultural Fair 20 plus years ago and wanted my children to drum at the time. That never happened but one of the members encouraged me to take a class. I am so happy I finally did! Taiko drumming is considered a martial art. With the deep breathing and focus on our form we are waking up core muscles, which is so important for your health. And the community of seniors which have joined since we have been drumming just continues to grow. There is such a joyful vibration when we are all drumming together and making music. Ikuyo meets everyone who comes through the door with a sense of appreciation and adapts the classes to the participants. Ikuyo is always so attentive to each individual and the needs and challenges that are brought to each class. We are

always working with rhythm and we can be drumming or using bells, and of course clapping and dancing to learn the beat; and we also sing along to memorize the music we are learning. Neither one of us had a sense or clue that we would be participating in a performance when we started drumming. But this spring we both participated to represent the senior class in Watsonville Taiko’s 27th anniversary performance at Cabrillo College Theatre. We practiced for weeks preparing for the concert; memorizing our music and learning how to move drums on and off stage theatrically and helping out in all areas of the performance. It was so exciting to see the professionalism of this performance and the excitement of the community that came to watch. There were taiko drummers on stage from ages 3 1/2 - 78. We are both grateful that we have

the gift of Watsonville Taiko’s drumming in Santa Cruz so that we all can participate. Watsonville Taiko is out in the community drumming all year round at events that bring so much happiness to everyone that gets the opportunity to watch them perform. And it appears that this drumming is excellent for your health and keeps you young at heart! n ••• Upcoming Events Sunday, August 5, 2:30 p.m. Church St. Fair his wonderful festival runs 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday. Watsonville Taiko drums on Sunday at 2:30 p.m. right after the free family concert. Church St, Santa Cruz. n ••• Watsonville Taiko Website: http://www. watsonvilletaiko.org Phone: 831-234-4528. Email: info@watsonvilletaiko.org

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Small Biz Development Center: August Workshops A s part of its ongoing commitment to the profitability and development of small businesses in Santa Cruz County, the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Cabrillo College is offering its 2018 Build Your Business Seminars and Brown Bag Series. Each series offers workshops on a rotating schedule, covering a range of topics from business plans and recordkeeping, to social media and website development. Brown Bag sessions are free and open to the public and Build Your Business Seminars require advanced registration and a fee. The full seminar schedule can be viewed at santacruzsbdc.org/calendar and the Brown Bags at santacruzpl.org/ brownbags/. •••

August Seminars

Build Your Business: Writing Your Best Business Plan Saturday, August 4 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Cabrillo College, 6500 Soquel Drive Room 1605, Aptos his seminar will help you identify the most appropriate business planning format for starting or expanding a business, marketing basics, and a strategic plan to put your business on the road to success. Learn how to establish realistic goals and objectives, determine startup costs as well as various methods of financing your startup. Led by Keith Holtaway, 35-year entrepreneur and small business

consultant to over 700 business owners in Northern and Central California. Cost: $35 Advanced Registration is required. Seating is limited. Call: 831-479-6136 or register online (santacruzsbdc.org/calendar) Wells Fargo Bank sponsors SBDC’s 2018 Build Your Business workshop series.

Brown Bag Series: Making Your Website Work for You Presented by Google Wednesday, August 8 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Santa Cruz Public Library, Upstairs Meeting Room, 224 Church Street, Santa Cruz n collaboration with Google, we bring you the best tips and tricks on making your website work for you. Whether you are launching a new business website or sprucing up an old site, this workshop will provide you with valuable tools, resources, and guidance. Learn how to create a searchfriendly site that brings you customers and supports your business goals. Cost: FREE and open to the public thanks to the generosity of Bay Federal Credit Union. Pre-registration is appreciated, please visit (santacruzpl.org/ brownbags/)

Build Your Business: Record Keeping for Small Business Saturday, August 18 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Cabrillo College, 6500 Soquel Drive Room 316, Aptos. Parking is in Lot E and H. Understanding “the numbers” of a small business is key to greater profits!

Join us to learn the basics of good recordkeeping. We will cover: the bookkeeping cycle, accrual vs. cash vs. tax accounting, the chart of accounts, journals and general ledgers, and double-entry and single-entry bookkeeping. This class will provide an introduction to help you maintain your accounting records either manually or using computerized systems. Presented by Cathy Van Loon Cost: $35 Advanced Registration is required. Seating is limited. Questions: (831) 479-6331 or register online (santacruzsbdc.org/calendar) Wells Fargo Bank sponsors SBDC’s 2018 Build Your Business workshop series. ••• The Santa Cruz County Small Business

Development Center (SBDC) offers a wide variety of services to present and potential small business owners. All counseling services are confidential and free of charge. The SBDC’s mission is to provide quality management and technical assistance for small businesses, resulting in success for the entrepreneur, and economic growth and prosperity for all Californians.

Dientes Welcomes Masina Hunnicut as New Board Member SANTA CRUZ — Dientes Community Dental Care announced the appointment of a new member to its Board of Directors. Masina Hunnicut, whose father is a Dientes patient, represents a valuable perspective as Dientes provides care to over 10,600 patients. In 2016, Dientes appointed its first Dientes Board Member Masina Hunnicut patient board member to refocus on patient-centered care, and since then three patient board

members, including Ms. Hunnicut, have joined. Ms. Hunnicut has lived in Santa Cruz County since 2002, and originally hails from Samoa. She holds a Master’s degree in education, and previously worked at the Assistant Director of Admissions at Cabrillo College. Ms. Hunnicut says her relationship with oral health was once quite different than it is today, “In Samoa, you were really only going to the dentist when you were in extreme pain,” she recalled. After receiving dental care in the United States, she became more familiar with the correlation of oral health to overall health. Ms. Hunnicut homeschools her

11-year old daughter and has made sure she has “a much better relationship with the dentist than I did.” When her father came from Samoa to live with her they began to address some of his health concerns, and Ms. Hunnicut started with his oral health. After being introduced to Dientes as her father’s new dental home, she said immediately connected with its mission, “what appealed to me was the impact Dientes has on lowincome and immigrant families, and for seniors like my father.” Ms. Hunnicut explained what joining the Dientes Board means to her, “it was just my way of giving back to my community,

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and to Dientes for the excellent care my father has received here.” n ••• Dientes Community Dental Care’s mission is to create lasting oral health for the underserved children and adults in Santa Cruz County and neighboring communities. Ninetyseven percent of Dientes’ patients live at or below the poverty level. Dientes accepts Medi-Cal and offers sliding scale fees for uninsured patients. Dientes is a proud partner of United Way.

California News

Highway 1 at Big Sur Landslide Opens MONTEREY COUNTY — Caltrans has announced that State Route 1 at Mud Creek along the southern Big Sur Coast is scheduled to re-open by Friday, July 20 at 11 a.m. A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the opening will take place at the Ragged Point Inn at that time. The re-opening of this section of State Route 1 follows a massive landslide on May 20, 2017 that resulted in the movement of six million cubic yards of material and 50 acres of displaced land, including the creation of 2,400 feet of new shoreline. A quarter-mile section of roadway was lost due to this landslide. “We’re very pleased to share this long-awaited news with everyone who travels along this international destination the many businesses that benefit from the coast highway,” said Caltrans Director Laurie Berman. “Mud Creek is the last

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closure point so travelers will be able to take Highway 1 all the way through Big Sur for the first time in 18 months. This section of State Route 1 was built across the slide material buttressed with a series of embankments and compacted soil and using protective features including berms, rocks, netting, culverts and other stabilizing material. The rebuilding effort included construction seven days a week, dawn to dusk for the past year and was completed two months ahead of our initial mid-September estimate. The contractor for this $54 million emergency project was John Madonna Construction of San Luis Obispo, CA. n ••• For traffic updates motorists call Caltrans District 5 Public Affairs at 805-5493318 or visit: www.dot.ca.gov/dist05/road_ information.htm

Letter to the Editor

Aptos Coffee Given Termination Notice On Wednesday, July 26, I was informed by Terramar Retail Center LLC that we have to Aug 31 to vacate Aptos Coffee Roasting Co. I was given a basic explanation paraphrased as: ‘Management has decided that the best tenant mix for the community does not include Aptos Coffee Roasting’. They would not comment on tenants who may be coming into the center. At least three years ago I was at a community meeting hosted by TRC retail and their executive staff and CEO which was attended by over 400 interested local residents. The purpose of the meeting was to inform the public of concepts for the Rancho Del Mar Center remodel and air any concerns people might have. An audience member inquired about the retention of local vendors and community based businesses. The question of “Starbucks or Aptos Coffee Roasting” came up.

An executive of TRC retail responded, ‘Oh we just love Aptos Coffee Roasting.’ Almost two years ago I expressed to TRC retail that I have the desire and the resources to remodel Aptos Coffee Roasting into a cutting edge café operation. I said all I need is a reasonable term lease in order to make such an investment. I expected in the very least to be part of a discussion and compete, if need be, for the opportunity to continue in the center with a renewed vision and investment in Aptos Coffee Roasting. So there you have it friends. I tried for a renewed, remodeled vision of the best possible Aptos Coffee Roasting but was never given a chance to even negotiate. We can possibly relocate but that is uncertain at this early point. In any regard we will have a plan to make our coffees available to our long time customers. Thank you to all my staff for your dedication and hard work. — Bronson Baker, Owner of Aptos Coffee 19 / August 1st 2018 / Aptos Times www.tpgonlinedaily.com

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Greenwaste Recovery Opens Expanded Facility

New System to Help Jurisdictions Reach State Recycling Goals SAN JOSE — GreenWaste Recovery, Inc. (GWR) recently completed significant upgrades to its garbage processing system as part of an expansion of its Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) operations in San Jose. The upgrade to GWR’s garbage processing line integrates innovative technologies to increase the recovery of recyclable materials and compostable organics placed in the garbage by consumers. Working with technology provider Bulk Handling Systems (BHS), GWR’s system is the second facility in California to utilize Max-AI® technology, an Autonomous Quality Control (AQC) system utilizing the latest in artificial intelligence (AI) to identify recyclables and separate them by distinct material types. This partnership between GWR and BHS has brought about an extremely advanced waste sorting system, uniquely handling only residential waste, expanding GWR’s processing capabilities and increasing the overall efficiency of MRF operations. “Since 1992, GreenWaste has worked diligently to find technology and solutions to prevent materials from going to the landfill,” says Tracy Adams, Co-CEO for GWR. “We strive to provide the jurisdictions we serve with opportunities to remain ahead of the regulatory curve. As the State of California continues to demand higher organic material diversion from jurisdictions, the newly-upgraded facility will further our ability to help the jurisdictions we serve to meet and exceed these new goals.”

“Greywater” from page 16 Think how much drinking water your household will save if you reuse all that greywater! Since you’ll be using less water, you’ll be saving money, too — and your landscape will get all the water it needs throughout the irrigation season. The households and businesses served by the Soquel Creek Water District have been doing a great job of reducing water use, and doing their part in light of the serious long-term water supply challenges we face as a community. This greywater rebate program is one more

The current upgrade to the garbage processing facility continues GWR’s spirit of innovation, doubling the processing speed of the facility and improving the quality of recovered materials. With four (4) Max-AI® AQC units performing quality control on opticallysorted recyclables and two (2) additional Max-AI® AQC units recovering any remaining recyclables from the organic fraction of garbage prior to being sent to compost, this upgrade makes the GWR MRF operation in San Jose, CA one of the most advanced systems in the world. “Sustainability is at the core of our business model and our company has a history of offering cutting-edge technologies,” said Frank Weigel, Co-CEO for GWR. “We have been offering garbage processing services to many of our jurisdictions for over a decade and this new system allows us to expand the jurisdictions we serve, process more garbage, and also increase diversion – a win-win-win.” By combining the advanced technology of the Max-AI® units, the

upgrades to the optical sorting capabilities of the system, and the hands-on knowledge of the GWR operations team, GWR now has the ability to expand garbage processing services to even more jurisdictions. GreenWaste Recovery, Inc. is a privately owned and locally-operated recycling and diversion company that specializes in the collection of residential and commercial wastes and processing of trash, yard trimmings, curbside recyclables and food waste. GreenWaste has been a pioneer in the recycling industry since its inception in 1991 and has demonstrated leadership in efficient, effective and environmentally sound collection and processing operations. GreenWaste

way the District is helping its customers to conserve water. This and more water saving ideas, tips, and tools are online at soquelcreekwater.org/conserving-water.

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currently processes recyclable materials from more than forty different jurisdictions including Santa Cruz County Area for Capitola, Santa Cruz County, and Scotts Valley. n ••• For more information, visit http://www. greenwaste.com

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Building Partnerships to Reduce Risk By Ryan Peters, Fire Captain Aptos-La Selva Fire District

oday’s Fire Service has begun to take a much more proactive approach in addressing elements within our community that pose risk to life safety. After the 2016 Ghost Ship fire in Oakland, in which 36 people died, many Fire Service providers around the country began to look at ways they might integrate with communities on a much more personal level to address dangerous conditions in their neighborhoods and cities. The Ghost Ship incident involved a warehouse that had been modified to contain unauthorized and undocumented living spaces and art studios. The heavy loss of life was due to an exceeded occupant load (a party was taking place when the fire started), limited exiting, a labyrinth of hallways within the structure, multiple levels and stairways supported or built from wooden pallets, and extreme amounts of fuel for a fire to burn. This remains as an example and a wakeup call for communities to take a much more proactive stance on community risk reduction. Community Risk Reduction does not only focus on the risk posed by fire hazards, it can address any risk to life, safety, or property specific to the community. Many municipalities are beginning to partner with their constituents to build relationships in order to work together in preventing and reducing incidents before they ever occur. Some agencies hold frequent open houses to encourage collaboration between first responders and members of the public. The St. Louis Fire Department began a risk reduction program called Meeting Neighbors and Saving Lives. Their program design focused on getting members of the Department out into the neighborhoods to help residents address life and fire safety

issues within their homes. Firefighting personnel went door to door to offer assistance including smoke and carbon monoxide alarms installation and battery changes, home fire safety surveys, fire escape plans, fire prevention information, and home fire extinguisher placement and training. Since the beginning of this program, the St. Louis Fire Department has seen a 25% reduction in structure fire incidents. That reduction is significant when you consider that St Louis is approximately 70 square miles in size and contains nearly 1 million people. The goal of any sound Community Risk Reduction plan can also be designed to address life safety factors such as fall prevention, medical conditions, access issues, weed abatement and fuel reduction, hazardous material storage, beach safety, bicycle helmet use, and car seat installation and inspection to name a few. Your Aptos-La Selva Fire District is always looking at new and innovative ways to bridge any gaps that may exist between our crews and those we serve. By partnering with you, we can work together to lessen any issues that pose an immediate or potential threat to life or property. Our crews and fire inspectors, under the direction of our Fire Marshal, provide fire and life safety inspections annually to all businesses within our jurisdiction. This is a typical service that generally all Fire protection providers perform. The goal is to not only ensure a safe and successful business practice, but also to get our faces out there to meet you and to work with you for a safer community. Our agency has a successful history of working with business owners to help reduce risk. Thanks to the efforts of those business owners, their managers, and their staff, our jurisdiction has been very successful in managing risk. But, in our profession, there will always be reason to innovate and improve because the needs of the community are dynamic. It’s a moving target. One way to improve our reach within

the community is to partner with allied agencies, organizations, community leaders, educators, and homeowners. For example, the Columbus Ohio Fire Department partnered with the American Red Cross in 2015 to replace or install smoke alarms in residential neighborhoods. In a collaborative effort with homeowners and tenants, more than 1,300 smoke alarms were installed around the city. These efforts were achieved through a voluntary enrollment of residents who requested to be a part of the program. By the end of 2016, the Columbus Fire Department and American Red Cross helped to install or replace nearly 4,000 smoke alarms. That’s great success because prior to the program, they reached only a couple of hundred citizens per year to ensure smoke alarms were properly installed or replaced. So what are some of the ways we can make our communities safer here locally? Again, while we are always on the ready to respond to any emergency incident, we are also looking for ways to eliminate incidents from happening in the first place. Local online communities can begin by encouraging their peers to take a look at any safety issues within their neighborhoods. Business owners can partner with other business owners to address fire safety. Educators and school administrators can evaluate risk reduction for our kids. Findings can then be identified and communicated so that a plan to reduce that

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risk can be implemented. There are many opportunities for us to partner together that are easy and effective. I’d like to encourage all of you to contact or visit us at a local fire station or at our Administrative office. We’d like to maintain and improve our ties within the community that have made Aptos and the surrounding area a safe and successful place to live. Our success as a Fire District depends on a collaborative relationship with you, as we work together to maintain a safe today and a safer tomorrow. n ••• For more on Community Risk Reduction plans, Fire Prevention, Home Fire Safety, or general information on how to partner with the Aptos-La Selva Fire District, please visit us at www.Aptosfire.com or call 831-685-6690.

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Eat, Drink, and Make a Difference

Community Bridges’ Farm to Fork Dinner Takes Place Saturday, August 4

he third annual Farm to Fork Dinner, benefiting human services nonprofit Community Bridges, will be held Saturday, Aug. 4 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at Aptos Village Park. The public is invited to enjoy a locally sourced gourmet dinner prepared by the award-wining Teen Kitchen Project, local wines, Discretion Brewing beer, a live band, a live auction and an address by Tom Broz, owner of Live Earth Farm and president of the Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau Board of Directors. Event proceeds benefit Community Bridges’ family of 10 programs that collectively serve 20,000 children, families and seniors in Santa Cruz County each year. “At Farm to Fork, a wonderful group of people come together to celebrate the power of collaboration and partnership, and to be with others who understand how

taking local action to serve others helps us all thrive,” said Raymon Cancino, chief executive officer of Community Bridges. “This year we celebrate the launch of clinical supervision at our four family resource centers,” said Cancino, “our continued expansion of Lift Line, our move to downtown Watsonville, and our ongoing commitment to deliver essential services, provide equitable access to resources, and advocate for health and dignity across every stage of life.”

Tickets and event details, including menu and parking information, are available online at cbfarmtofork18.eventbrite.com. Tickets are $125 per person, $750 for a table of six, or $1,200 for a VIP table of eight. The Community Bridges Farm to Fork Dinner is proudly sponsored by: • Aegis of Aptos • Bontadelli Farms • California Giant Berry Farms • Driscoll’s • Granite Construction • Langlois Fancy Frozen Foods and System Studies • Media sponsors include KION 5/46 –

Santa Cruz Sentinel – Times Publishing Group. Community Bridges envisions a thriving community where every person has the opportunity to unleash their full potential. Together, our family of programs delivers essential services, provides equitable access to resources, and advocates for health and dignity across every stage of life. The Community Bridges family of programs includes: • Child & Adult Care Food Program • Child Development Division • Women, Infants and Children (WIC) • La Manzana Community Resources • Live Oak Community Resources • Mountain Community Resources • Nueva Vista Community Resources • Elderday Adult Day Health Care • Lift Line • Meals on Wheels for Santa Cruz County. n To learn more, please visit www.community bridges.org.

Homeless Garden Project Moving to Pogonip Farm

Special Event: Natural Bridges Farm, • Shaffer Road off Delaware Avenue • 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 18

SANTA CRUZ — The Homeless Garden Project, an innovator in transitional employment and sustainable agriculture, today announced it would host a community open house at Natural Bridges Farm to share information about its programs and introduce its new permanent home, Pogonip Farm, on Saturday, August 18. Event attendees will receive an update about Homeless Garden Project programs. They also will learn about Pogonip Farm, the Homeless Garden Project’s soon-to-be permanent location 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 be the heart of Homeless Garden Project’s dynamic agriculture program which currently distributes more than 6,000 pounds of organically grown produce— grown by HGP trainees—to up to 2,500 Santa Cruz residents who would otherwise not have access to fresh organic food. The program also engages thousands of community volunteers in

education, volunteer and service learning opportunities, and provides job training to homeless men and women. Pogonip Farm will bring a focus on stewardship and sustainable agriculture practices. “We are thrilled to establish Pogonip Farm, which will continue Homeless Garden Project’s mission to provide training, transitional employment and support services for people experiencing homelessness,” said Darrie Ganzhorn, executive director of Homeless Garden Project. “The new farm will allow us to nearly triple the number of men and women who are able to participate in our program while expanding the crops we can plant and increasing the amount of food we can grow and share with the community.” Natural Bridges Farm is on Shaffer Road off Delaware Avenue. The open house event will be 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday, August 18, with remarks beginning at 11:15 a.m., followed by a farm tour. The event is free and open to the public. The Homeless Garden Project (HGP) provides job training, transitional

employment and support services to people who are experiencing homelessness. HGP’s vibrant education and volunteer program for the broad community blends formal, experiential and service learning. Programs take place in our 3-acre organic farm and related enterprises. In the soil of our urban farm and

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garden, people find the tools they need to build a home in the world. We envision a thriving and inclusive community, workforce, and local food system. n ••• Learn more at www.homelessgarden project.org or engage with us on Facebook and Instagram.

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Renovated Capitola Goodwill Store to Host Grand Reopening CAPITOLA — After completion of a major renovation project by Swenson Builders, the Capitola Goodwill store will celebrate its grand reopening on Aug. 22. The store at 1550 41st Avenue in Capitola will host city officials, Goodwill board members and staff for a reopening ceremony at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 22, and will open to the public at 9 a.m. The store has expanded into an adjacent space, growing from 11,500 square feet to 17,500 square feet, expanding and improving its donation processing area and retail sales floor. The expansion also allows Goodwill to add six more full-time employees to its current 24 employees. “This investment renews our very strong commitment to Santa Cruz County,” said Ed Durkee, President and CEO. “Once completed, we will have remodeled, moved or renovated all four retail stores in Santa Cruz County in less than 24 months.” Goodwill’s Santa Cruz store at 204 Union St. is also getting a new look and is scheduled for completion about the same time as the Capitola store. “Our commitment and continued presence in these communities is unwavering and we look forward to many more decades of community support and providing jobs to people with barriers to employment,” said Durkee. Jim Burke, Vice President of Retail and Operations, said that donations to Goodwill and shoppers to the store

have seen an uptick in recent years, which the expansion will be able to accommodate. “We’ve enlarged the donation area by three times, so logistically, we’ll be able to handle all the donations the store gets,” said Burke. The expansion also benefits Goodwill’s mission to help people train for and get jobs in the community. “Goodwill Central Coast continues its investments in Santa Cruz County and creates more jobs,” said Durkee. “Goodwill is creating more jobs and training opportunities through additional investment in our Retail Training Centers in Capitola and Downtown Santa Cruz.” The opening takes place just prior to Be Kind to Humankind Week, an annual celebration of kindness that is recognized globally from Aug. 25-31 every year. The week is a time for everyone to reflect on what we can all do in order to make this world a better place. Goodwill Central Coast, a private 501(c)3 non-profit organization, began in 1928 in the city of Santa Cruz and today has expanded into three counties: Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Luis Obispo. Goodwill Central Coast now employs over 600 people, including employment training professionals, sales personnel, donation center attendants, warehouse and distribution workers, and administrators. Its programs strengthen communities by improving job growth, the lives of individuals and families, and the health of our environment.

Each year Goodwill assists more than 10,000 job seekers get back to work and reclaim financial and personal independence. Goodwill provides a positive learning environment that creates brighter futures through connecting people to meaningful work. n ••• Capitola Goodwill, Donation Center and Store, 1550 41st Avenue, Capitola, (831) 462-1300 Website: www.ccgoodwill.org Store hours: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday/Saturday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Sunday

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Positive Aging

ony Alonzo recently offered a class in Positive Aging at the Mid-County Senior Center. There’s a lot of talk about aging these days because so many are doing a lot of it and we want to do it well! The Mid County Senior Center in Capitola has long been the go-to place to have fun in the years past the big 50. If there’s not a class about what your interests are, you can begin one yourself. The possibilities are endless and the probability of it succeeding is very high. Finding some time to talk to Tony Alonzo for reflection is a bit challenging as he is essentially continually helping to create new activities at the center. When he hears someone say, “Why don’t we,” or “I wonder if” you can count on him to

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gathering kindred souls together to make it happen.

One of twelve children Tony learned early on how to make harmony out of

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chaos and understood the importance of laughter and hospitality. He refers to the book The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz as an excellent model for life. Naturally, all the people come to the center are aging, and he has observed the variations in lifestyles and attitudes. Since 2000 he has made long lasting friends who share their challenges and achievements with him. On Fridays “Senior Stretch” meets from 8:30 - 9:30 with Tony facilitating range of motion exercises. In spite of the early schedule, there’s usually a turnout of happy fans. At the monthly 90’s Club, he offers our members chair exercises that have become a welcome addition to the program. “Seniors in Action” page 26

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A Drug’s Journey Through the Human Body

Part One

ou ever wonder how an antibiotic taken by mouth winds up destroying bacteria in your lung? Or how about when you get a headache. Where does a pain killer travel before it gets to your brain to reduce the pain? How do we know that just one milligram of an anti-anxiety drug is enough to calm a nervous adult? Or, how does a drug taken orally get out of the body, or does it? All the answers to these questions are found in the complex and amazing journey of a drug through the human body. In pharmacological terms, this journey is known as drug pharmacokinetics. If you get a chance, view the 1966 movie Fantastic Voyage. This film touches upon the multiple factors encountered as a substance travels through the human body. For our purposes, we will concentrate on just four major components of drug pharmacokinetics: absorption, metabolism, distribution, and excretion. How a drug produces its action or effects is separately termed drug pharmacodynamics and is not part of this discussion. For now, let’s focus on the journey of acetaminophen (generic Tylenol), a 500 milligram tablet, when an adult takes this drug by mouth: Absorption. Most drugs taken by mouth travel from the mouth down the pharynx, past the esophagus, to the stomach, and finally to the duodenum which is part of the small intestine. This

By Ron Conte, Pharm.D.

circuit is known as the upper gastrointestinal tract or digestive tract. Food follows the same circuit. There are many factors influencing how acetaminophen is absorbed through the duodenum. Some factors include whether you have a healthy duodenum, or if food or other drugs are present during acetaminophen absorption, and a few other factors. Absorption for differing routes of administration, e.g., rectal, intravenous, transdermal (through the skin), and other routes obviously do not follow the same course for absorption and will be discussed in other articles. Metabolism. As acetaminophen passes through the duodenal membrane it is taken up by the blood system carrying the drug through the liver. It is in the liver that acetaminophen is metabolized (converted by enzymes) to inactive forms of the drug. Actually, less than 25 milligrams of the original 500 milligrams leaves the liver as active acetaminophen. One by-product of acetaminophen (known as NPAQ) is responsible for acetaminophen toxicity, also termed acetaminophen-induced hepatotoxicity. NPAQ can destroy liver cells, sometimes kidney cells as well. This is the reason why adult usage of acetaminophen is limited to 4 grams (8 x 500 milligram tablets), or 50 to 75 milligrams per kilogram of a child’s weight per 24 hours.

This includes all forms of acetaminophen—injectable, oral tablet or liquid, and suppositories, as well as combination drug products containing acetaminophen-consumed in a 24-hour period. I would recommend an upper limit of 3 grams (6 x 500mg tablets) or 50 milligrams per kilogram of a child’s weight for a 24-hour period. So, if the child weighs 70 pounds that would be 31.8 kilograms. That means

a 70 lb. child could take a maximum of 1600 milligrams of acetaminophen in a 24-hour period. To prevent or minimize any liver toxicity, acetaminophen is not taken sooner than every four hours. This gives the liver a chance to recharge especially after repeated doses of the drug. “Journey” page 31

Children’s Stories

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35. “Put a lid ____ ____!” 37. Cheap trinket 39. Small Asian ungulate 40. Approximately 41. Florentine iris 43. Member of National Socialist German Workers’ Party 44. Type of wave 46. Per person 47. Design detail 48. Exactly right 50. Grassy land tracts 52. *”But I heard him exclaim ‘___ he drove out of sight” 53. Living quarters 55. *12-year-old tribute from District 11 57. *A boy raised by wolves 60. *”The Wind in the ____” 64. Like a haunted mansion

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9. Keep it up! 10. Mischievous Norse deity 11. S squared in a square 12. p in mph 15. Bounced 20. Idealized image 22. *Ivan in”The One and Only Ivan,” e.g. 24. Plural of more than one, linguistically speaking DOWN 25. *Puss’ footwear Designer Jacobs 26. Same as rip Wet nurse 27. Botch Columbus’ caravel 29. *Tortoise’s opponent “The Howard ____ 31. They have their pluses Show” and negatives Pupil protector 32. *”The Fox and the “Pay as you earn” tax ____,” sing. system 33. Hardwood drinking “Four score and seven bowl years ____” 34. *Rabbit hole wonderer Finnish steam bath 36. To perfection

65. Dashboard unit 67. Shinbone 68. One Beatle 69. Word of possibility 70. Lack of muscle tension 71. Opposite of sunkissed 72. Lt.’s inferior, in the Navy 73. As opposed to wants 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

38. Vegas cube 42. *____ Lewis, voice of Lamb Chop 45. Tenant in a home 49. Nada 51. *Scheherazade’s listener 54. “Gimme ____ Gimme” by ABBA 56. Chosen few 57. Of higher order, prefix 58. Never written down 59. Traitor’s device 60. “The ____ and wherefores” 61. Double-reed instrument 62. Kite driving force 63. What Simon does 64. Sixth sense 66. *J.M. Barrie’s Peter © Statepoint Media

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How can we fight a drought?

Find a high-quality, reliable, sustainable water supply

hen you get right down to it, there are just two basic things that humans can’t live without: water and food. Providing one of those (We can’t live without water!) is what the Soquel Creek Water District is all about! Water is the most precious of our natural resources, critical for our survival and growing our food. While a human can go for two or three weeks without food, our bodies require water on an ongoing basis in order to function. It’s estimated that a person could survive without consuming water only up to about four or five days, depending on environmental factors. We absolutely need water - but what about the things that we seem to depend on every day, but which aren’t necessarily needed for survival?

“Seniors in Action” from page 24 As a certified massage therapist, he is aware of the best routines for varying abilities. It was the wonderful Gardening Program at the center that caught Tony’s participation in the first place with its barbecues and friendship. Next came the Ranch Breakfasts and equally successful Tuesday Night Live! For nine years Tuesday night live has averaged a

By Melanie Schumacher

If you were to sit down today and think about some of the items you can’t live without, what would be your top ten items? We performed some extensive, deep, and wide-ranging statistical research (not really… it was an Internet search) to find out what people think they can’t live without, and some of the results are rather interesting. Some people say they can’t live without technology — computers, high-speed internet access, smart phones, etc. Those may be deemed essential to our everyday life, but few if any would argue they are necessary to human survival. Others mention things like love, joy, family, education, and play. Those are certainly factors that are critical to

our overall well-being, but are not considered vital to one’s actual physical survival. What are things you just “Can’t live without?” Chocolate • Pets • Music • Cuddles • Money • Internet • Ice cream • Wine • Vacation • Netflix • Toilet paper • Pizza • Love and sex • Toothbrush • Partners • Water • Friends • Books • Television • Bed • Car • Washing machine • Exercise • Laughter • Friends • Family • Shelter • Hot shower • Jeans • Electricity • Coffee Most of us learned at least a little bit about Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs in school. As a reminder, it’s a generalization of the range of rudimentary human needs expressed as a pyramid, with the more basic physiological needs at the bottom, the needs for safety, love and belonging, and esteem in the middle, and the need for self-actualization at the top. Of course today’s world is radically different from 1943, when Maslow first expressed his observations — as you can see from our Internet list of things we can’t live without. But his Hierarchy of Needs is still an accurate description of fundamental human needs. We propose that if there were an additional foundational level in Maslow’s pyramid, it should be water. Water is essential to every individual’s life; it’s central to our community’s well-being. The District’s mission — to provide a safe, high quality, reliable, and sustainable water supply to meet our community’s present and future needs — is thoroughly consistent with the community’s basic needs for today and the future.

crowd of about 65 folks to break bread together. Jerry Shevenell has been the main chef for the past four years and at 80 years of age is now coaching some younger seniors to keep the kitchen cooking. The funds raised from Tuesday Night Live go directly to the general fund of the center The “FUN” raised goes directly to the wellness of the participants and their guests, many under 50. If you missed the class, don’t despair. Tony Alonzo is on task creating ongoing

Healthy Aging Workshops. It is all evolving and will be featuring local health professionals to share their expertise. Look for the next one in the fall which will be a panel of local health resources. Tony credits his wife Karol for keeping him healthy and rejuvenated. Celebrating 51 years together they have traveled to 22 countries. Again, it’s all about people and their take on life. One day in Hawaii he was mistaken for Santa Claus and the child’s Grandmother

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There is no denying that water is a most critical “can’t live without it” item. And — for those of you who argue that life isn’t worth living without coffee or beer — I love to always point out, “Without water, there is no coffee or beer.” 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.

explained that he didn’t have his suit on because Santa was on vacation. Seems like Tony has put his Degree from Cal Poly Pomona in Physical Education and Career in California Department of Youth Authority to good use. Check the website for times and menus at www.midcountyseniorcenter.com n ••• Comments and suggestions for Seniors in Action can be sent to cj@comforcare.com or texted to 831 359 5814

Business Profile

Persephone Restaurant in Aptos A Culinary Gem is found in our Midst

By Noel Smith

ometimes something very special is so close to us that we fail to recognize it. So it is with a fine restaurant in Aptos on Soquel Drive called “Persephone.” According to Greek Myth, Persephone was the daughter of Zeus and Demeter (Mother Earth). Persephone, along with her mother kept the earth bountiful. However as Persephone was also the wife of Hades, God of the Underworld, she had to go to him after the harvest causing winter. When she returned to earth in spring, everything again began to grow and bloom in its rejoicing. The restaurant’s name echoes its purpose in providing the freshest in vegetables and fruits alongside the best in wine, meat, fish, seafood and pasta to bring pleasure back into our lives.

Persephone is also a family affair. Brother and sister Alex and Cori are the center of Persephone – Alex as the front man and Cori as the chef. They also collaborate on amazing wine pairings and Alex is getting ready for his test to become a Certified Sommelier. “We love having multi-course Winemaker’s Dinners,” said Alex, “where we pair a vintner’s wines to the courses that Cori creates. We have so many fine winemakers here in the Santa Cruz Mountains and on our Central Coast that this is a real special occasion for all of us, both the diners and the restaurateurs.” Alex and Cori’s mother and father are also part of the team as well as Alex’s wife Brittnii, who is busy raising the next generation while working from home as the social media, reservation and PR planner. Mother Karen’s art covers the walls and her daily contributions are as the dessert chef the wonderful desserts that conclude a marvelous culinary experience. Father Miles is the accountant and the businessman that put together the business plan that created Persephone. Cori graduated from the Cabrillo College Culinary School which, according to her mother, “Inspired her passion for cooking and confirming her decision to pursue it as her career.” She then attended the California Culinary Academy in San Francisco where she then had the opportunity to work under some brilliant chefs at restaurants such as Acquerello in San Francisco, Au Midi in Aptos, Laili in Santa Cruz (where many of her dishes remain on their menu) and others.

Alex, who graduated from Santa Cruz High School, and his wife, Brittnii moved back to the area after working in the restaurant business in Los Gatos. Alex expressed an interest in running the front and dealing with the patrons while Cori’s only wish was to rule the kitchen as Chef. Alex is also overseeing the wine cellar (as a soon-to-be Master Sommelier), which has one of the largest selections locally with over 250 (He specializes in local and Italian) wines to choose from. The restaurant is a small and intimate setting and is a great location for private parties. When you look out the windows overlooking the lush and green Aptos Creek Ravine (Sounds better than “gulch”) it’s like being far from the hustle and bustle of our lives. Here you can take the time to enjoy being with family and friends. The menu varies because it’s seasonal as Cori selects from only from that which is local and fresh whether it’s berries, vegetables, or freshly

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caught fish from Monterey Bay or the Pacific. The pasta is handmade, and if you wish a multi-course meal, the wines can be properly paired by Alex. Persephone has been open here in Aptos for two years and we hope that this family’s culinary creation continues to be the place people recognize as “special.” n ••• Persephone, 7945 Soquel Drive, Aptos. Dinners, Wednesday-Sunday 4:30-9:00 p.m. Reservations Advised: Tel#: 831-612-6511 or Website: http://persephonerestaurant.com

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Community Calendar Aptos Chamber of Commerce Tuesday August 14

Announcements

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

ddiction is a family disease. It affects the relationships of those close to the addict: parents, 11:50 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Best spouses, siblings, children, Western Seacliff Inn, 7500 Old longtime friends, and employers. Dominion Ct. Aptos If someone’s addiction is et neutrality? The Iran Nuclear affecting you, first you must help Deal? The Farm Bill Vote? Join yourself. us as the Congressman gives us an Nar-Anon is a twelve step update from Washington! support group for families and Get your tickets by calling friends of addicts. There are no 831-688-1467 or email esme@ dues or fees to join. Just come to aptoschamber.com – Cost: $30 a meeting. You will hear others, who are going through similar Thursday Sept. 13 problems, talk about how they September Breakfast Meeting cope and find recovery. For more information and to 7:30 - 9:00 a.m., Best Western Seacliff Inn, 7500 Old Dominion locate times and locations of Ct, Aptos meetings, please go to our website oin us for our September at www.nar-anon.org or call Breakfast Meeting. Come hear 831-200-3756. Robert Bailey, owner of Bailey Properties, as he gives his Real Estate updates: locally and nationally. Call 688-1467 to make reservations. Cost: $20 members/ $25 non-members

Luncheon with Congressman Jimmy Panetta

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

7:00pm-8:00pm, Soquel Congregational Church, 4951 Soquel Dr. o you have problem with food? Come join us for a friendly free 12 step support group with the solution. Teens and adults welcome. It will be held in the Anne Hutchinson Room. Any questions call (831) 429-7906

Second Mondays

Invisible/Alienated Grandparents Support Group

October Breakfast Meeting

7:30 - 9:00 a.m., Best Western Seacliff Inn, 7500 Old Dominion Ct, Aptos oin us for our September Breakfast Meeting. Come hear this month’s speaker: Carlos Palacios, Santa Cruz County Administrative Officer. Call 688-1467 to make reservations. Cost: $20 members/ $25 non-members

Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce

Friday August 17 Pajaro Valley Chamber Annual PV Open

t’s not too early to start pulling your team together and coming up with a catchy name. Give us a call and we’ll register you before we sellout! Call the Chamber office: 724-3900

Thursday Night Music in the Plaza

6 – 8 p.m., Watsonville Plaza e feature a variety of bands so grab a bite at our downtown restaurants and join us for the music. August 9: Jazz Night/Rhythms and Blues - 7th Street Big Band August 23: Back to the 70’s/Disco Heart and Soul Band September 6: Motown, R&B, Oldies - Backyard Blues Band (ft. Mario Valens) September 20: Banda - La Renovada Banda Guerreros (from Mexico)

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. For more information: 831-425-3272.

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.

Aptos Noon Toastmasters

12:00-1:00p.m. Rio Sands Hotel, 116 Beach Drive ome join a dynamic, Overeaters Anonymous supportive group of people 6:30-7:30pm Christ Lutheran Church, 10707 Soquel Dr. Aptos at all levels of experience from beginners to more advanced. o you have a problem with We’re here to help you discover food? Come Join us for a your voice and share it effectively. friendly free 12-step support Everyone is welcome! group with the solution group with the solution. Teens and adults Follow us on Facebook: Facebook.com/AptosNoonToastwelcome. Includes compulsive overeating, anorexia and bulimia. masters or more info: (831) 236-1171 Located in the Gazebo Room. Call 831-429-7906 if you have Nar-Anon Watsonville any questions 6:00 p.m., Lutheran Community Church, 95 Alta Vista Avenue, Tuesdays & Thursdays Watsonville (Adam Dan Hall in Orientations to Become back of the church) ar-Anon is a twelve step Advocates for Children support group for families 6 pm, 65 Nielson Street #121 and friends of addicts. There are Watsonville CA 95076 no dues or fees to join. Just come ASA volunteer Advocates receive 35 hours of specialized to a meeting. You will hear others, who are going through similar training. Court appointed special advocates are everyday people that, problems, talk about how they cope and find recovery. with just a few hours a week can have a lifetime of impact for a child To locate additional times and who has been abused or neglected. locations of meetings, and to learn more about Nar-Anon, please go If you would like to participate in the next Advocate training contact to our website at www.nar-anon. cita@casaofsantacruz.org or (831) org or call 831-200-3756. 761-2956

2:30 - 4 p.m., Christ Lutheran Church, 10707 Soquel Drive, Aptos ed by Dr. Pat Hanson author of Invisible Grandparents: Leave a Legacy of Love Whether You Can Be There or Not this will be a safe structured environment for sharing stories if you so choose, and learning healthy ways to deal with separation from anyone. Co-sponsored by Alienated Grandparents Anonymous www.AGA-FL. org a national organization that provide information and support to Weekdays grandparents who feel alienated or CASA Orientations to Become estranged to their grandchildren. Questions: pat@invisiblegrand Advocates for Children ASA empowers volunteers to parent.com • (831) 601-9195 directly influence life-changing http://facebook.com/invisible grandparent decisions affecting children in Tuesdays, Thursdays foster care. Court appointed & Saturdays special advocates are everyday Mondays & Tuesdays people that, with just a few hours a Summer READ Program week can have a lifetime of impact WomenCARE ARM-in-ARM 1-4 p.m., Pregnant Mare Rescue, 12:30 2 p.m. for a child who has been abused or Larkin Valley Road, Aptos omenCARE ARM-in-ARM neglected. Reading • Equine • Art • Duo support group for women More info www.casaof santacruz. n this fun, unique program, your with advanced, recurrent and child will experience: org or call (831) 761-2956 XT.102 metastatic cancers. Meets weekly • Nurturing environment to ••• Mondays & Tuesdays, with a strengthen reading skills First Mondays: 2-3 p.m., separate meeting every First and • Grounding energy that a horse in Watsonville Third Tuesday every month. naturally emits Second Tuesdays: 5:30-7 p.m. Registration required. Call 457- • Increasing reading compre2273 for more information and to hension through art (imagery) in Capitola Third Wednesdays: 5:30-7 p.m. register. No cost to attend. • Trusting bond which supports www.womencaresantacruz.org in Watsonville social and emotional development For more information contact Third Thursdays: 2-3 p.m. Lisa M. Algee, Ph.D., via e-mail: Mondays & Wednesdays in Santa Cruz algeelisa@gmail.com, or call (831) Third Fridays: 12-1 p.m. Alzheimer’s Association 227-9847 lzheimer’s Association in Aptos has free support groups Wednesdays for family caregivers at 1777-A Mondays Capitola road In Praise of Poetry Pajaro Valley Toastmasters 2nd & 4th Mondays 2-3:30pm Feb. 28 thru Mar. 28 6-7 p.m. Old City Council Chamber, facilitated by Jill Ginghofer, 5:30 pm to 7 pm, Capitola Community 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 5:30-7pm Center, 4400 Jade Street, Capitola 250 Main Street, Watsonville facilitated by Francie Newfield & ome join a dynamic, n this invigorating class you’ll Kathleen McBurney. supportive group of people explore and write several forms of Call 800 272 3900 for more at all levels of experience from poetry. From Acrostic to Haiku; from information. beginners to more advanced. Ode to Triolet — and a few more We’re here to help you discover — you’ll have fun while learning your voice and share it effectively. Tuesdays and creating. Gain exposure to new poets, forms, and styles, while Everyone is welcome! Writing/Discussion Meeting For more info: (831) 663-1628 or 6:30-7:30 p.m., Christ Lutheran unearthing your own voice. This inspiring class is for anyone with an (831)783-8047. Church, Gazebo Room, 10707 interest in poetry. Novices as well Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA 95003 (At as seasoned poets will find the class Caregiver Support Group Hwy One and Freedom Blvd) enriching and fruitful. 12-1 p.m., PAMF, 2850 Como you have a problem with Telephone FMI: (831) 475-6115 mercial Crossing, Santa Cruz food? Please check out our atz Cancer Center, PAMF and Geezer Golfers Hospice of Santa Cruz County free, friendly 12-Step support group with the solution. All teens 8:15 a.m., Valley Gardens Golf invite you to attend a Caregiver Course, 263 Mt. Hermon Rd., and adults welcome! Support Group for those caring for someone with a serious illness. For current times and locations of Scotts Valley eeling over par? So are we, the When a loved one is seriously ill, other meetings: www.santaGeezer Golfers of Santa Cruz. it can be a challenge for the entire cruzoa.org/meetings. Or call our You’re invited to join us at 8:15am family. In this ongoing support Hotline at (831)429-7906.

Ongoing Events

Thursday October 11

Business Debtors Anonymous

Second Wednesdays

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.

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 831-684-2832, or go to fridayshakespeare.org or facebook.com/fridayshakespeare.

Friday Shakespeare Club of Santa Cruz

10 am - noon, Peace United Church, 909 High Street his is the oldest women’s club in Santa Cruz. The club meets to study the life, works and times of William Shakespeare. Members share group readings and insights, discuss history, and universal themes found in his plays and writings. For more information please call 831-684-2832

Last Wednesdays Each Month Sundays

Santa Cruz County Prostate Cancer Support Group

7-9 p.m., Katz Cancer Resource Center, 3150 Mission Drive, SC anta Cruz County Prostate Cancer Support Group has been an active group for over 20 years in the community. First meeting of 2018 will be February 28th.

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

Overeaters Anonymous

9:05 a.m.-10:15 a.m., Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center, 2900 Chanticleer Ave., Santa Cruz vereaters Anonymous is a Free, Friendly 12-Step group for those who have a problem with food. guest at our monthly luncheon. 7:30-9 p.m., San Lorenzo Valley Visit www.santacruzoa.org for You’ll meet kindred spirits, have High School Band Room (F-1) current times and locations of a fine lunch and learn something other meetings, or call our Hotline he San Lorenzo Valley new from a top notch guest Community Band meets every at (831) 429-7906. speaker. Thursday at SLV High School. Cost: $18. RSVP at 479-7096 Dues are $30 a semester. You must Second and Fourth Wednesdays read music. Wellness on the Cancer Journey Call Teresa at 336-8637. 11-12:30 pm, Old Soquel Plaza Saturday August 4 earn how to safely support your Second and Fourth Thursdays Street Smarts Back-to-School body and emotions through Cabrillo Host Lions Club the journey of Cancer — from Traffic Safety Blast diagnosis to softening the impact Meetings 10 a.m. – 12 noon, Louden Nelson of chemo, radiation, and recovering 6:30 p.m., Aptos Village Park, Community Center, 301 Center 100 Aptos Creek Road. well from surgery. Street Santa Cruz. We’ll address nausea, low energy, ant to make a difference in fun-filled interactive traffic weakness, digestion, immune our community? Join the safety open house with games, support, grief, stress and more. Cabrillo Lions Club twice every Feel free to bring your partner or month and see what you can do to prizes and free raffle featuring 12 booths with traffic safety activities care team to this free class. Please help in Santa Cruz County. come fed; water is available. and games hosted by many comPlease RSVP cabrillolions@ Limited Seats. Please register munity partners. gmail.com all attendees on Eventbrite — Wellness on the Cancer Journey or call 831-254-3270 to RSVP. Sunday August 12 Fridays Address given upon registration Aptos Movie in the Park Drop-in Grief Support receipt. 12-1 pm, Hospice of Santa Cruz 100 Aptos Creek Road, Aptos ome out and enjoy a movie in County, 940 Disc Dr., Scotts ADHD Support Group the park with your neighbors at Aptos Village Park. Admission is free 6:30-8 p.m., Aptos Fire Station, Valley ospice of Santa Cruz County (without any hassles), spare change 6934 Soquel Drive, Aptos is offering a drop-in grief donations requested for the Live he Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay Branch of CHADD hosts support group for adults grieving Like Coco Foundation. Live Like Coco is a non-profit organization that monthly support group meetings the death of a family member or a helps kids in the Santa Cruz County friend. This group is a place where for anyone who would like to you can share stories, learn tools area grow up healthy and with learn more about ADHD or has opportunities to pursue their dreams. for coping, and receive support questions or concerns. Come Come early and enjoy music and food truck concessions too. share with those who understand. from people who care. For more information, please call Movie starts at dusk. Hope to see Second Wednesdays’ meeting is you there! n for parents of children, teens, and (831) 430-3000.

Santa Cruz Sons in Retirement Monthly Meeting Noon, Elks Lodge at 150 Jewell St. Thursdays his statewide group of retired San Lorenzo Community Band men invites you to be our Practice Sessions

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Announcements Ageless Art Project

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

Volunteers Needed for the Monterey Symphony

Arts and Entertainment

the band for Non-profit events (donations are tax deductible). www.PeninsulaBanjoBand.org

In Praise of Poetry

5:30pm to 7pm Feb 28-Mar 28 Capitola Community Center, 4400 Jade Street, Capitola oin this invigorating class where you’ll explore and write several forms of poetry. From Acrostic to Haiku—from Ode to Triolet—and a few other poetic forms—you’ll have fun while learning and creating. We’ll look at work by experienced poets and discover how to put some of their techniques and craft elements into practice. Gain exposure to new poets, forms, and styles, while unearthing your own voice. This inspiring class is for anyone with an interest in poetry. Novices as well as seasoned poets will find the class enriching and fruitful. Register at: https://apm.active communities.com/capitola recreation/Activity_Search/ in-praise-of-poetry/6488

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

To find out where to participate in a First Friday art tour, visit firstfridaysantacruz.com (Most galleries are open 12-9 pm for First Friday viewings.)

Fridays thru Sundays

Third Monday each month

Stitchers By The Sea Meetings

7 p.m., St. Stephens Lutheran Church, 2500 Soquel Ave, SC. titchers-by-the-Sea, the local chapter of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America, holds regular meetings open to the public each month. No admission fees.

Tuesdays

BINGO

6:30 p.m. Santa Cruz Elks Lodge, 150 Jewell St. osted by Soquel Sports Foundation. Buy-In $15. Full snack bar available. First Tuesday of each month is special $25 buy in (up to five packs). Join us! www.soquelsports.com

Wednesdays

Peninsula Banjo Band

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

Friendship Put to Music!

2nd Saturday on the Farm

Antique Street Fair

Center presents a public First Fridays each month lecture from a marine scientist First Friday Art Tour the third Sunday of every he First Friday Art Tour is a month. Topics are presented in Santa Cruz Institute of Conan entertaining and easytemporary Arts event, managed in to-understand format, with conjunction with the participating up-to-date photos, video, and art venues. The event takes place discussion. year-round and illuminates some Science Sunday does not meet of the most talented local artists in December. For more info from local galleries. visit seymourcenter.ucsc.edu

Church Street Fair

9 a.m.-5 p.m., Lincoln St. 6:30 p.m., New Hall, La Selva Beach (Between Pacific and Cedar) Club House, 3124 Estrella Ave. he “Original” Downtown lasses every Thursday night. For Antique Faire is back! more information call Sue Harris Vendors offer an eclectic blend of or Don Benson (831) 726-7053 or antiques and unique items. Come email at caller4u@att.net and check it out! Browse through a wide assortment of treasures Last Thursdays each month including books and photoMonthly Argentine Tango at Star graphs, vintage jewelry, clothing, Bene Italian/Argentine Restarante glass and ceramic collectibles, vintage Hawaiian kitsch, 4:30pm-9:30pm, Star Bene turquoise, original artwork, and a Italian/Argentene Restarante, 21245 East Cliff Dr. whole lot of whatnot! his is a night for true “Social Weather Permitting! Tango.” Order a wonderful meal For more info, please call from the Star Bene Argentine Menu, (831) 476-6940 or visit us on (or their well known italian menu), Facebook. and enjoy the ambiance of Argentina and join us in a social tango dance to Third Sunday of Every Month music from the Golden Age of Tango. Science Sunday Private instruction and classes by Starts at 1 p.m., 100 Shaffer arrangement. For more information, Road, Santa Cruz, 95060 call Michael (831) 239-2247. eymour Marine Discovery

Cabrillo Festival: Notes From a Journey

Second Saturdays Each Month 11 a.m. - 7 p.m., Civic Auditorium,

Ongoing Events

Saturday August 5

12, 7 & 10 p.m., Civic Auditorium, 307 Church Street Santa Cruz he Cabrillo Festival will Noon-10 p.m., Mutari Chocolate celebrate its 56th season as House and Factory, 504 Front we welcome back Music Director Street, Santa Cruz ptos Artist David Pfost’s plein and Conductor Maestro Cristian Măcelaru and the Cabrillo air watercolor paintings of Santa Cruz County landscapes are Festival Orchestra to present 18 contemporary works. on exhibit. Exhibit open until the end of December. Sunday August 5

Plein Air Watercolor Paintings Exhibition

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 hisLucky Steppers Modern torical agriculture with games, activities, and demonstrations Cabrillo Youth Strings/ Square Dance that relate. 6:30 pm, La Selva Beach Suzuki Music Program We often have guest appearClubhouse, 314 Estrella Ave., La new entry-level String Selva Beach, CA 95076 ances from farm animals like Orchestra class 4th- 6th t’s fun and easy to do! llamas, draft horses, sheep, Grade Beginning Strings for Friendship put to music; family goats, chickens, rabbits, and violin, viola and cello will be offered on Fridays, 4pm-5:15pm. friendly. Class takes place every more! You are sure to find Thursday Night at our new home something fun and entertaining Students must provide their own in La Selva Beach! (Take Mar for the whole family. instruments. Monte off of Hwy 1, turns into Check our website and Facebook For more information contact Playa Blvd., turn right on Estrella) page for more details. FREE Nancy Kvam: Cabrillo Youth Strings (831) 479-6101 or (831) For more information, contact Sue Harris or Don Benson at 426-6443. Second Sundays Each Month (831) 726-7053 or e-mail at caller4u@att.net. Downtown Santa Cruz

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307 Church Street Santa Cruz eld in front of the Civic Auditorium in downtown Santa Cruz, the 26 year-old Church Street Fair is a collaboration between the Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music and the City of Santa Cruz’ Civic Auditorium. Free activities include the Creativity Tent for Kids and the Cabrillo Festival’s free family concert with Tour of the Orchestra.

Sunday August 12

Santa Cruz Antique Faire

9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Lincoln Street (between Pacific Avenue and Cedar Street) Santa Cruz he Santa Cruz Antique Fair is celebrating its 15th year in beautiful downtown Santa Cruz. You will find an eclectic blend of antiques and unique items, vintage clothing, collectibles and more!

Sunday August 19

26th Annual Aloha Outrigger Races and Polynesian Festival

Outrigger Races: 9 a.m. - 12 noon • Polynesian Festival: 11 a.m. – 5 a.m., Santa Cruz Wharf, 21 Municipal Wharf Santa Cruz oin us for the 26th Annual Aloha Outrigger Races and Polynesian Festival on the Santa Cruz Wharf August 19! A fun day to cheer on friends in the Outrigger Races, delight in island-style music and Polynesian dancing

Saturday August 25 Taco & Tequila Festival

Saturday at 11 a.m., Sunday at 6 p.m., San Lorenzo Park, 137 Dakota Avenue Santa Cruz wo-Day Event! Saturday will showcase top-shelf Tequilas sampling, while you indulge on gourmet tacos! Enjoy Live Music, Margaritas, Craft Beer and Art Vendors in a picturesque park setting. On Sunday Bring the family and enjoy a sunny summer afternoon, sipping on an assortment of Margaritas, eating delicious tacos, all while enjoying a great music lineup! There is no Tequila Sampling on Sunday. n

Your August Horoscope Times Publishing Group, Inc. Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)

August starts off on an interesting note as you struggle to forge a new path in uncharted territory. It’s important to be the first, but that comes with its share of burdens. You get the credit, but there’s no one to ask for help! You can’t see what’s wrong with strictly following the rules and striving to be on time later in the month, and if you’re getting results doing things your way, there isn’t much others can say about it. Love is complicated near the end of the month, mainly when you can’t get over jealousy or possessiveness. If this is something you often struggle with, it might be time to figure out why.

Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)

Love is in the air as the month begins. Your appreciation of beauty and gentle nature leaves you willing to let others take control, but compromise is better than complete surrender. Mid-month finds you exhibiting a stubborn mood. You may be pushing too hard when you get resistance from others. You’d love to have things your way, but collaboration is a better idea than ditching a project altogether. You’re enjoying praise for a job well done late in August, but don’t get too comfortable. Smile through a standing ovation, but don’t forget that there’s still more work to be done after the curtain closes and everyone else goes home.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

You seem to be struggling as the month begins. You can still reach your goals, but work out the kinks in private before showing them to the world. Mid-August finds you more curious than usual about human behavior. Your explorations might not be what others have come to expect from you, and while you typically like more structure, it’s possible for you to get carried away in the chaos. Later in the month, tension fills the air as a relationship brings out your jealousy. You can’t help the way you feel, but you can control how you express it.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

August opens with you feeling a sense of confidence, bordering on overconfidence. You’ll feel like you can conquer the world, but that very confidence could cause you to fail. But worrying about what-ifs will not help. Give it your best, but be ready to deal with the results. You can’t ignore someone in need mid-month, but when is it enough? Giving too much of yourself can lead to martyrdom, which kind of defeats the purpose of helping in the first place. Strive for balance between giving and taking. You have high hopes for the future late in the month, but don’t focus so much on what’s to come that you miss out on what’s right in front of you.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

Your creative juices are flowing early in the month, but failures can be very public. Try things out behind the scenes before you debut something that isn’t quite ready for prime time. But by mid-month, you find yourself turning inward, struggling to finish what you’ve started. There might be setbacks and roadblocks, but getting angry won’t help. Patience is key as you work through problems. Your ego is starting to well up as August comes to a close. Maintaining your professionalism and respect for co-workers is important. The moment you start thinking you’re better than someone else is when the problems begin.

Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)

You feel the need to do your own thing as the month begins. It’s hard to find balance between following the rules and going your own way. Know what you can safely get away with; protecting yourself from harm should come first. You’re having trouble maintaining your usual easygoing self mid-August. Do you have deadlines or bills weighing on your mind? Take care of responsibilities before agreeing to play or party. Late in the month your intuition is functioning at a high level. Predictions and guesses seem to be coming easy and with uncanny accuracy. This is a great time to try something new because your confidence is high, so you have very few fails during this transit.

Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)

August starts with a mix of positive and negative energy, especially concerning your self-confidence. Don’t let easy success stop you from putting all your effort into your work. The more you relax, the more likely things will go wrong. You feel a need to be better mid-month. This is a perfect time to dream up ideas to help the planet when the time is right. Later in the month your insecurities start to move to the forefront, making you wonder about people’s true motivations. You’re worth every bit of positive attention you get; don’t ever doubt that.

Aries (March 21-April 20)

You’re interested in what makes people tick as the month begins. You think actions speak louder than words, but now is the time to slow down and listen. Mid-month finds you working even harder for the things you want. You’re persistent and unwilling to give up. When you’re on someone’s side, their chance of succeeding increases a lot. Simmering tensions bubble to the surface late in August, so be very careful about how you proceed. Your actions have serious consequences.

Taurus (April 21-May 21)

Your charm and grace is highlighted early in the month; you won’t have many aggressive encounters without extreme pressure put upon you. Mid-August finds your creativity surrounding romance reaching a high point. You can be impatient sometimes, but this is only the beginning of something wonderful, so there’s no need to rush. Late in the month, your long-term goals need your attention, but respecting others should be part of your process. You will most certainly see the same people on your way up as on your way down.

Gemini (May 22-June 21)

Information is flowing freely early in August, but you may be stuck in some red tape. Old issues come up now as well, so put your effort into solving them before you try to work on anything new. Later in the month you tend to have a broader outlook, so focusing on the smaller details might be difficult. Try not to look so far ahead that you lose sight of what’s important in the moment. You could get recognized for your past efforts as the month comes to a close, but is it too little too late? You’ve probably already moved on and forgotten about this accomplishment. Onward and upward.

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

Your philosophy on issues personal and worldly is on your mind as the month begins. You might be surprised (in a good way, hopefully) to learn how much goes on behind the scenes if you look behind the curtain. Mid-month is a time to be optimistic about your relationships within your community. You get a lot of support through civic programs, and your life takes on new meaning when you contribute to charitable causes that you believe in. Late in August you find yourself exploring self doubt surrounding your romantic relationships. Maybe it’s time to rethink what type of person you’re attracted to.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)

Your confidence in your natural abilities can be a two-edged sword as the month begins. Getting yourself in too deep and overstepping boundaries are as likely as a perfect result at this time. You find yourself in a sensible, hands-on mood later in August, benefiting from an atmosphere of practicality surrounding you. Paying special attention to diet issues you may have seems like a good idea as well. Late in the month you are ready to set new goals, but beware roadblocks and obstacles. It may seem like the universe out to get you, but perhaps it’s just time for you to dig in and fight to succeed.

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n late June, the Board of Supervisors was taking testimony on the proposed County budget when two children walked up to the microphone. One was 8-year-old Oliver Potts, who often uses a wheelchair to get around. The other was Cleo Roberts, age 10. They came to talk about LEO’s Haven, a proposed playground in the Mid-County area. “LEO’s Haven will be an inclusive playground, where kids like me can play with their friends,” said Oliver, smiling as he spoke. “All kids need to play!” It was Cleo’s turn. “Everyone wants the same thing, to be accepted for who they are and have a place to belong,” she said. Behind each child stood a remarkable woman, residents whom I want to tell you about: Patricia Potts and Mariah Roberts. Each came to the issue from different perspectives – Patricia as Oliver’s mother, and Mariah as someone who wanted to save Chanticleer Park, where LEO’s Haven will be located. Both are

incredibly motivated and dedicated to their community, and they have shown us that by joining hands and working together, all things are possible. Tricia and Mariah are now on the precipice of a goal that seemed impossible when they began their journey two years ago – raising more than $2 million in private funds the build LEO’s Haven, the first allinclusive playground in Santa Cruz County. The County is committed to matching those funds. They will likely surpass their goal in September, somewhere between Healdsburg and Santa Cruz, while Mariah is on a 220-mile fundraising bicycle ride with the Sunrise

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Rotary Club, one of many groups in the community that have stepped forward to help. The Human Race, Bay Federal, Kaiser Permanente, Twin Lakes Church, the Deputy Sheriff’s Association, Lions Clubs and various hospitality and business groups have all pitched in. The Capitola-Aptos Rotary Club even “honored” me with a roast, donating the proceeds toward LEO’s Haven. One local woman, Brenda Gutierrez-Baeza, asked for LEO’s Haven donations for her birthday, raising $200. Another contributor is the El Patio de Mi Casa group at Chanticleer Park. Led by teacher Yolanda Provoste-Fuentes, the group has held yard sales fundraisers and often serves food grown at Chanticleer’s community garden at fundraising events for the park. It really does take a community to build a project like this. It also takes a commitment from County government. “LEO’s Haven” page 31

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“Journey” from page 25 Just think about how many chemicals the liver is being hit with on an hourly basis! For someone with existing liver disease, acetaminophen may not be the best drug for pain relief. For one reason, the diseased liver cannot metabolize acetaminophen at an efficient rate. Even smaller doses of the drug may lead to more liver damage. Those with even mild liver disease and who also drink alcoholic beverages are increasing the risk of developing severe liver disease when acetaminophen is ingested as well.

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hen Capi (ID#A204852) first got to the shelter, we had to work for it to get this pup’s tail wagging. But after some dog TLC from our volunteers and staff, Capi has turned into quite the

While we have been successful in obtaining grant funding for LEO’s Haven, the County expects to make a significant investment out of the General Fund. We are still working on identifying those funds. LEO’s Haven at Chanticleer Park is one of the many unmet needs the Board has identified that must be addressed, including additional public safety, mental health and homeless services, parks maintenance and improvements and upgrades to County facilities. Our fiscal prudence has kept us from making cuts to

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services and programs, but there is more work to be done. We look forward to continuing to the conversation about how best unmet needs can be addressed, and how we can fulfill commitments to remarkable women like Tricia Potts and Mariah Roberts, and to the generations of children who will benefit from their work. In the meantime, please join me in congratulating them for being on the verge of making LEO’s Haven a reality. To learn more, or to donate, go to www.santacruzplaygroundproject.com n ••• As always, I appreciate hearing your thoughts. Feel free to contact me at 454-2200.

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