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2018 Summer Festival Finales

Local businesses to join New Leaf at Aptos Village

SWENSON is pleased to announce that five local businesses plan to join New Leaf Community Markets at Aptos Village: The Penny Ice Creamery, Cat & Cloud Coffee, Sereno Group, Sockshop & Shoe Company and a restaurant led by Michelin 3-star chef David Kinch.

“Our team has been working diligently to attract talented local business that appreciate the unique Aptos Village location and have the expertise to create

a synergy at the Village that will stand the test of time,” said Mary Gourlay, Development Project Manager at SWENSON. “We are thrilled with businesses coming so far and believe they will be a great fit for the community. While we still have considerable work to do, we are quite pleased with the shops underway and look forward to some incredible grand openings in 2019.” ... continues on page 4

Another summer of entertaining visiting family and friends by showing them how truly fortunate we are who live here in Santa Cruz County is about to end.

Now we can enjoy and take part in our own hometown celebrations. While the rest of the country has been sweltering in their humid summer and searching for a cooling breeze, we have had our foggy, cool mornings and sunny, zephyrous afternoons to enjoy.

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Community News Progressive Rail Begins Operations on Santa Cruz Line 2018 Summer Festival Finales, by Noel Smith Espressivo Launches Its Fourth Season! • Inspiring Story from Cabrillo Engineering Dept. • Music at Skypark in Scotts Valley • Santa Cruz County Parkinson’s Group September meeting ‘Be the Difference’ Awards: Who Inspires You? Celebrating Our Local Health Centers – National Health Center Week Bus Tour • Why Big Oil Conquered the World Part II • Your Exceptional Entries Being Accepted for County Fair!

Groundbreaking for New PVPSA Home • Behind The Scenes of the Dominican Rehab Garden Community Bridges Dinner Raises $63k • SV Book Talk: How Adventure & Risk-Taking Improves Quality of Life 10th Annual Testicle Festival – Spahn Family Wins “It’s All in the Sauce” Contest Northern California Renaissance Faire – Six Weekends of Spellbinding Mystery and Adventure at Casa de Fruta Cabrillo College Student Mentoring Program Call To Artists – Public Art Project: Watsonville’s Behavioral Health Office Building No More Fines for Children’s and Teen’s Books & Media Caltrans Accelerates Highway 1 Repairs • Bontadelli Family Establishes ‘Ernest & Beverley Bontadelli’ Memorial Fund Ocean Steward Art Contest Illegal Dumping Website Debuts • Aiding Performance in the Classroom in the New School Year Checklist for Back-To-School Success • Ten Steps that can Help You Reduce the Risk of Cancer New Air Medical Base to Open in County • Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks Introduces ‘Pennies For Parks’ Program Elkhorn Slough $685,000 Grant for Visitor Center Improvements Cruz511 – Know Before You Go! Get Real-Time Traffic Info

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Letters to the Editor Renting a room to a student • Donor Funds New Concert Grand Piano

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Business Profiles 22 Westwind: A Memory Care Community – Committed to Caring for Those Dealing with Dementia, by Noel Smith

In Memoriam 27 Doris Sylvia Monte – 42-Year Resident of Aptos

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

Featured Columnists 24 Care and Connection: Loneliness Affects All Ages, NIH News in Health 25 Water Wisdom, by Melanie Schumacher – Fall is Coming, and it’s a Great Time to Plant!

26 Exploring Proposition 6: The Repeal of SB 1, by Zach Friend 27 Leaving Santa Cruz, by Janet Payne-Downs – One Fear About Moving 30 Transportation Talk, by Shannon Munz – Welcome to Transportation Talk

SCCAS Featured Pet • Page 31 – Sally: Worth Getting to Know

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“Aptos Village” from page 1

Since 2010, The Penny Ice Creamery has been a destination in Downtown Santa Cruz, offering an array of uniquely delicious flavors. Using only locally-sourced and sustainably grown ingredients, Penny Ice crafts their ice cream from scratch, mixing artisanal expertise with local flair.

The Penny also has a location in Pleasure Point.

Starting with their artsy, good-vibes café in Pleasure Point, Cat & Cloud expanded into Abbott Square Market in Downtown Santa Cruz 2017. This homegrown café and roastery was founded by Chris Baca and Jared Trudy, two locals who mastered the art of coffee making with community in mind.

Sereno Group is a collaboration of the best and brightest, top-producing real estate agents in Santa Cruz, Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. Sereno is proud to offer quality service and top-notch client relations.

An institution of downtown for 30 years, Sockshop & Shoe Company provides a world of fun and quirky footwear in the original spirit of Santa Cruz. Beyond socks, Sockshop offers a selection of stylish shoes, boots and sandals for both men and women. Sockshop also has a location on the wharf in Santa Cruz.

A new restaurant, to be named and developed by David Kinch and Andrew Burnham, also will open in the Aptos Village. Kinch’s flagship restaurant, Manresa, is a renowned Michelin threestar dining establishment just over the hill in Los Gatos. The group’s other projects include Manresa Bread and The Bywater.

New Leaf Community Markets will open its fifth Santa Cruz County location in the historic Hihn Apple Barn at Aptos Village. Planned features of the new 17,500-square-foot Aptos store include an expansive, fresh-prepared foods department with new, made-toorder options such as a wok and ramen bar, inviting outdoor patio seating plus

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all of New Leaf’s most popular offerings including freshly made juices and smoothies, local and organic produce, sustainably raised meats, responsibly sourced seafood and a fully stocked wellness department. n ••• To keep up with the developments happening at Aptos Village visit the Website: http://www.theaptosvillage.com and read the Aptos Times.

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Progressive Rail Begins Operations on Santa Cruz Line S t. Paul & Pacific Railroad Co. LLC, a subsidiary of Progressive Rail Incorporated, took over operations from Iowa Pacific Holdings that has been operating on this line since 2012 and began operating on the Santa Cruz Branch Rail Line to serve local businesses that depend on good reliable freight service by rail.

“We are happy to welcome St. Paul & Pacific Railroad Co. as the new carrier on the Santa Cruz Branch Rail Line,” said George Dondero, executive director for the Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC). “They have a strong and dedicated team that is eager to become an integral part of the community while providing the highest quality of service to local rail customers.”

St. Paul & Pacific will immediately begin providing freight service to existing customers on the line. Currently, there are four companies that ship and/or receive via rail on the line, Del Mar Food Products, Lineage Logistics, Agron Bioenergy, and Big Creek Lumber.

“Railroads have a proud tradition serving Watsonville. On behalf of the entire Progressive Rail team, we’re honored to be Santa Cruz County’s new connection to the North American rail network.

With that comes a great degree of responsibility to be the safest, cleanest, and most financially-efficient mode of transportation to both domestic and foreign markets,” said Dave Fellon, president of Progressive Rail Inc. “We look forward to the many partnerships we will create as the operator of the Santa Cruz Branch Rail Line.”

Providing freight service to existing customers in Watsonville is part of Phase I of the operating agreement that the RTC has with St. Paul & Pacific Railroad parent company Progressive Rail. The agreement is broken up into two phases. Phase I allows Progressive Rail to provide freight service on the south end of the line to existing freight customers in Watsonville.

Phase two of the agreement activates after the RTC completes the Unified Corridor Study, expected to be released in the fall, and makes a decision on the future use of the rail line. If the RTC makes the decision to keep the tracks in place and pursue potential passenger rail service, which is consistent with its existing policy and its decisions over more than two decades, then the agreement will remain in place for 10 more years and will include the entire length of the rail line.

If the RTC makes the decision to remove the tracks beyond the Watsonville area, then Progressive Rail can opt out of the agreement. n ••• For more information, visit www.sccrtc.org

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2018 Summer Festival Finales

A Perfect End to a Fantastic Summer on the Central Coast

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nother summer of entertaining visiting family and friends by showing them how truly fortunate we are who live here in Santa Cruz County is about to end.

Now we can enjoy and take part in our own hometown celebrations. While the rest of the country has been sweltering in their humid summer and searching for a cooling breeze, we have had our foggy, cool mornings and sunny, zephyrous afternoons to enjoy. Now it’s our time for us to relish our celebrations as summer ends and our sun-filled fall begins!

••• 36th Annual Capitola Art & Wine September 8 & 9 he first of the September festivals is the 36th Annual Capitola Art & Wine Festival Saturday September 8 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sunday September 9, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission FREE! Over 160 fine artists

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and 22 wineries will participate in the 2018 Festival. Try browsing though one of the most picturesque places on the planet — Capitola Village — looking for that perfect piece of art, decoration or jewelry.

Sample some of the best wine California has to offer from grapes grown in the Mountains of Santa Cruz. Listen to Extra Large, Soulwise, and Royal Jelly Live.

Feast on gourmet offerings from Bill the Oysterman, Falafel of Santa Cruz, Happy Dog Hot Dogs, India Gourmet, Souza’s Rice Bowls, Holopono and Saucey’z food trucks. If that isn’t enough, Capitola Village is filled with restaurants for every taste, and charming boutiques to satisfy a shopper’s dream.

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Relax while the kids create a masterpiece of their own in the Kids Art & Music Area, and kids of all ages will be fascinated by street performances of The Great Morgani and The Surfing Magician.

It’s a fun weekend for the whole family all in charming Capitola Village overlooking beautiful Monterey Bay. ••• Santa Cruz County Fair Bounty of the County September 12 thru 16 ight in the middle of September is the County Fair from Wednesday, Sept. 12

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to Sunday, Sept. 16. At the County Fair you get to see all those farm animals, equipment and livestock that is such a part of the history of our region. The 4-H and the FFA youth get to show what they’ve learned and the county’s best apple pie is chosen.

For your excitement there are the carnival rides, horse shows, professional entertainment and the food to help fill your day. Michael Mezmer is the award winning magician who has performed at the Magic Castle in Hollywood, casinos, amusement parks, on cruise ships, at Fairs, Festivals and in 24 countries worldwide.

Rattlesnake Dave Richardson, a true showman and comic, has been traveling the country for 27 years educating and entertaining with all his venomous little friends who will be waiting for Fairgoers daily out in the Apple Blossom Lane.

For family excitement, see The Wild West Turkey Stampede races across the Tank House Lawn and the All Alaskan Racing Pigs return to the lawn near the livestock area, bringing cheering crowds to the Santa Cruz County Fair!

Twinkle Time stars Twinkle with her signature bright orange pigtails, and her two best friends; Happy, a clumsy and shy bookworm that loves science, and Lil Hoopz, who loves anything sports or competitive. The trio puts on a show that will get kids and parents jumping to their feet to dance and sing along.

See the daily schedule in the Santa Cruz County Fair Guide for show times.

On Sunday afternoon September 17 the last day of the fair, the Charros share their passion for horses as the main Horse Show Arena at the Fairgrounds transforms itself from a competitive horsemanship arena into a performance venue. The traditional Charro show returns with a start time of 4 p.m.

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Espressivo Launches Its Fourth Season!

Sunday, September 16, 3 p.m. Peace United Church at 900 High Street, Santa Cruz. ohann Sebastian Bach will be juxtaposed with Igor Stravinsky, notably under his influence, in the concert with which Espressivo (a small, intense orchestra) launches its fourth season.

The orchestra will be conducted by its founding Artistic Director, Michel Singher. Lars Johannesson will be featured as flutist in Bach’s Second Orchestral Suite.

Other works include Bach’s Third Brandenburg Concerto, and two Neo-classical works of Stravinsky, the “Dumbarton Oaks” and “Basle” concertos.

Individual, group and season tickets are available at the door or at www.EspressOrch.org. Tickets to the November 2018 concert featuring renowned pianist Peter Serkin are available only as part of a season subscription at this point. [For more information: (831) 247-8505].

••• Inspiring Story from Cabrillo Engineering Dept. i, my name is Jason Matthews. I’m currently a full-time student at Cabrillo College, as well as a teaching assistant working in Cabrillo’s Engineering

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Renting a room to a student s you no doubt know, there is a significant housing crisis in Santa Cruz, and I am writing to you today to see if you may be able to help us address it by offering a room for rent in your home to a UCSC student this fall. We currently have several hundred students without housing guarantees on the waiting list for housing, and not nearly enough rentals offered in our available Community Rentals listings to accommodate these students.

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••• Music at Skypark in Scotts Valley Sunday September 30 from 2:30 to 6:00 p.m. he FREE community-wide “Music at Skypark” concert series concludes its 10th summer season on Sunday September 30 with two headliners – The Joint Chiefs and Extra Large.

The concert runs from 2:30 to 6:00 pm at Skypark in Scotts Valley. The Joint Chiefs start things off with their totally danceable fusion of funk, acid jazz and classic R&B. Extra Large follows with funky grooves rooted in blends of funk, blues, reggae riffs and Latin beats.

These bands have teamed up to produce Music at Skypark’s best-attended concerts in the past. It just wouldn’t be Music at Skypark without these two headliners together again!

Local businesses will offer food, beer, wine and other concessions for sale, with all net proceeds going to the music programs at local public schools.

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Technology (ETECH) department.

The ETECH program is an occupational program that equips students with the necessary skills and knowledge to efficiently guide them into full-time employment. I have an inspiring story that your newspaper would want to share with the community.

One of ETECH’s students, Ginger La Velle, has singlehandedly put her ETECH skills to use in the creation of a rather remarkable vaulting horse. The vaulting horse, which Ginger designed and fabricated using reclaimed steel and skills attained in ETECH classes, is a training mount for young horseback riders and will be utilized by the local non-profit Santa Cruz Pony Club.

Photos of the project along with its creator.

rental housing in your home for the academic year, or perhaps for a shorter period.

It is possible to identify a student who just needs a place to stay until housing becomes available on campus. We have on campus spaces open up when students graduate after fall or winter quarter, or otherwise depart the university.

The need is real and it is urgent, so I am reaching out to the faculty and staff (and) community for help. Offering a room in your home to a student who has not been able to find housing for the school year would be a tremendous support to their success at UCSC.

Donor Funds New Concert Grand Piano generous anonymous donor has funded a new KAWAI GX7 Concert Grand Piano for The Aptos Keyboard Series. This highly respected piano will grace the sanctuary of the Episcopal Church of Saint John in Aptos where the Keyboard Series are held. The Keyboard Series, Saint John Church and the Aptos community at large wishes to thank the Aptos Times for its support in running an ad in search of a piano! Thank you Noel Smith, Editor.

— Josef Sekon, D.M.A. Artistic Director, Aptos Keyboard Series

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Music at Skypark is produced by Scotts Valley Kiwanis. Visit www.Scotts ValleyKiwanis.org for details.

••• Santa Cruz County Parkinson’s Group September meeting Wednesday, September 5, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.

Congregational Church of Soquel 4951 Soquel Drive, Soquel “Tricks and Tips of Health Care: How to set up affordable care at home.”

Miriam Tutman & Holly Blue Hawkins or over 25 years, Miriam Tutman has been helping seniors and the disabled to live safely and comfortably at home. As a nurse and a Professional Care Manager, she knows how to find affordable caregivers and to set up care Miriam & Holly at home. She is passionate about helping people to navigate a healthcare system to get results.

Educator, poet, musician, artist, author and natural deathcare advocate, Holly Blue Hawkins describes herself as a “recovering legal professional” who empowers clients and the aging community in making informed choices as consumers in achieving their goals for “living all the days of their life.”

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Letters to the Editor

The Community Rentals Office located in room 104 at the Hahn Student Services Building is standing by to assist you in getting your listing posted, and to support you in any other way in this process.

I invite you to review the web page, stop by the office, or contact Community

Rentals at communityrentals@ucsc.edu or (831) 459-4435 with any questions.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to help a student in need of housing.

Please feel free to broadly share this message with your local networks.

— Appreciatively, Dave Keller, Executive Director, (UCSC) Housing Services

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‘Be the Difference’ Awards: Who Inspires You?

Nominations will be Accepted now Through September 7, 2018

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he Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County has launched the Call for Nominations for the 12th Annual Be the Difference Awards. These awards are about honoring the individuals, groups, non-profits, and businesses that make a difference in Santa Cruz County through volunteerism.

All community members are invited to share their stories of inspiration, lead-

2018 Individual Winner Keith McHenry with KION Presenter Spencer Washburn (left), and Volunteer Center Board of Director President Bob Bowles (right).

ership, and dedication. Individuals who have worked alongside a dedicated volunteer, admire the way a particular non-profit engages volunteers, or have observed a business going the extra mile for civic engagement are encouraged to fill out a nomination form.

“Each of us can think of a volunteer that has touched our lives in some way, big or small. The Be the Difference Awards provide the annual opportunity for the larger community to say thank-you and to share the powerful stories of our local change-makers,” states Volunteer Center Executive Director Karen Delaney.

Over 450 individuals, groups and businesses have been recognized since the inception of the event.

“It is wonderful to see this number grow each year, to hear fresh new stories of individuals of all ages and from all walks of life who dedicate themselves to the causes they care about. In a time of great divisions, the stories of volunteers help to

provide a very different narrative about the potential for connection and the power of what we can accomplish when we act together as a constructive force for good,” states Delaney.

The top 50 nominees will receive a complimentary ticket and recognition at the Be the Difference Awards Lunch Gala, which annually brings together over 300 attendees in celebration of service. This

year’s event will take place on Friday October 24 at the Cocoanut Grove from 11:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. Selected nominees in each category will receive special recognition through film and publicity in partnership with KION-CBS. n ••• Visit www.scvolunteercenter.org to learn more or download a nomination form. Call 831427-5070 for more information.

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••• First Capitola Beach Festival September 29 & 30 Labor Day weekend is now yours to plan and enjoy but Capitola by the Sea has saved the best from the former Begonia Festival for the end of September.

Saturday, Sept 29 (Preregister for events at: https://master. capitolachamber.com/events/details/ capitola-beach-festival-2520) he Festival starts with the inaugural Little Wharf 3 mile Fun Foot Run 8 – 11 a.m. starting at the East Cliff Village Shopping Center and running three miles along the Santa Cruz coastline, to the Capitola Esplanade. Preregister – Shuttles will be available.

Horseshoes in the Sand 7 a.m.

- Finish is the doubles tournament at Capitola Beach in front of Zelda’s Restaurant.

Teams will be chosen by drawing names from a hat. Preregister – Check-in time 7:00 - 8:00 am. Sponsored by Zelda’s Lighted Nautical Parade on Soquel Creek 7 – 8 pm when Saturday will end with a parade of lighted barges between the trestle and the lagoon guided by designated Creek Marshalls. Float builders who wish to light up a barge must Preregister – the number of barges is limited to 12. There will be no access to the trestle during the Lighted Parade.

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Sunday, Sept 30: ishing Derby 6:30 a.m. until Noon.

Registration begins at 6:30 AM near the end of the Capitola Wharf. Bring your own fishing poles. Open to all ages. Final Tally begins at 11 AM. Sponsored by Paradise Beach Grille Sand Sculpture Contest 8 a.m. to Noon at Capitola Beach. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. on the beach. Trophy judging will be held at Noon. Sponsored by Capitola Self Storage Chalk Art on the Seawall 9 a.m. – Noon.

Sign up at Esplanade Park. Children preschool age and above are welcome to create their own masterpiece atop the seawall on the Esplanade for all to enjoy! Art chalk provided. Sponsored by Capitola Candy Company Rowboat Races beginning at 1 p.m. until Finish. Registration at the pathway by the Stockton Bridge from NOON until 1 p.m. Timed races on Soquel Creek with two people per boat — We supply the boats! Sponsored by Ironworkers Local #377.

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Community News

Celebrating Our Local Health Centers T he Health Improvement Partnership (HIP) and Safety Net Clinic Coalition of Santa Cruz County (SNCC) held a health center bus tour to celebrate National Health Center Week 2018. The event was part of a national campaign during the week of August 12 – 18 to raise awareness about the mission and accomplishments of Santa Cruz County’s Health Centers and the dedicated staff who bring healthcare to the medically underserved in our local communities.

In honor of National Health Center Week, HIP hosted a countywide bus tour of all health centers on Thursday, August 16, from 8:00 to 11:30 am. The health center bus tour brought healthcare leaders, Santa Cruz County representatives, health center donors, and other related figures to visit five health centers. The visitors learned about the comprehensive healthcare services provided at each health center.

To commence the event, County Supervisor-Zach Friend presented a proclamation declaring National Health

“Briefs” from page 7 Her eclectic background supports her clients in achieving personally authentic, spiritually and environmentally appropriate life choices through a goal-setting and team-building process. She is principal of Last Respects Consulting (http://www. lastrespectsconsulting.com) and available via email at hollyblue@LastRespectsConsulting.com ••• Why Big Oil Conquered the World Part II A Corbett Report Production he 20th century was the century of oil.

From farm to fork, factory to freeway, there is no aspect of our modern life that has not been shaped by the oil industry. But as the “post-carbon” era of the 21st century comes into view, there are those who see this as the end of the oligarchy.

They couldn’t be more wrong.

This is the remarkable true story of the world that Big Oil is creating, and how they plan to bring it about.

Part 2 of a two-part series. ~ 1hour 53 minutes. https://www.corbettreport.com/ why-big-oil-conquered-the-world-video/ Seven p.m. Wed. September 19, Live Oak Grange 1900 17th Ave, Santa Cruz.

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Center week on behalf of the County. Each health center celebrated a Health Center Superhero — one staff from their organization who epitomizes their mission - to provide high-quality healthcare to all.

While visiting each health center, tour attendees learned of various existing services, patient demographics, and upcoming new and innovative programs.

The bus tour began at East Cliff Family Health Center in Santa Cruz after an introduction by Elisa Orona, Executive Director of HIP. Next, the tour passed by the planned Dientes Community Dental site with a presentation from Chief Executive Officer, Laura Marcus.

The bus route continued down the coast to the Watsonville Health and Dental Center where Amy Peeler, Chief of Clinic Services of Santa Cruz County Health Services Agency, hosted the site tour. Next, the bus passed by Planned Parenthood Mar Monte with a presentation given by Eva MontesPortis, Area Services Director.

The final stop was at Salud Para La Gente

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••• Your Exceptional Entries Being Accepted for County Fair!

WATSONVILLE — It may just be a hobby, but you’re good at it! It’s time to share your passion by entering what you create into one or more of the departments at the 2018 Santa Cruz County Fair.

The entry categories range from Collections and Hobbies to Fine Arts, Pho-

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where tour guests were led through the clinic and provided with relevant information about its services and recent expansion. The event concluded with a networking luncheon back at the East Cliff site in Santa Cruz.

This celebration recognized the incredible work of community health centers and their dedicated staff members who work closely with the community every day to deliver quality care. Dr. Amy McEntee, Chief Medical Officer of Salud Para La Gente, spoke about the incredible work of these staff members, “Our clinic staff from facilities team, receptionists to our care providers, make it possible for our health centers to expand comprehensive

care that is responsive to those most vulnerable in the community.”

Santa Cruz County joined thousands of communities across the nation to recognize and celebrate the innovative work of Safety Net Health Centers. To learn more about NHCW and the listing of events, please visit www.healthcenterweek.org. n ••• Health Improvement Partnership is a nonprofit coalition of public and private healthcare leaders dedicated to increasing access to health care and building stronger local healthcare systems.

Launched in 2004, HIP’s member organizations represent Santa Cruz County’s major health care providers and other key community stakeholders.

tography, Legos, Canned Goods, Flowers, Quilts and too many others to list.

Many departments are still accepting entries, some as late as the weekend prior to the Fair’s opening on September 12.

The best way to learn how to enter and by when is to visit santacruzcountyfair. com and click on Entry Guides.

The Santa Cruz County Fair celebrates the rich agricultural history of

our community and people, and invests heavily in bringing this heritage to our youth.

The 2018 Fair will be held September 12-16 at the Fairgrounds located on Highway 152 just east of Watsonville.

Information on the Fair, and the Fairgrounds — a year round entertainment and event venue, can be found at santacruz countyfair.com n

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Groundbreaking for New PVPSA Home

WATSONVILLE — Pajaro Valley Prevention and Student Assistance (PVPSA) will be holding a groundbreaking ceremony for their new additional location located at 411 East Lake Avenue in Watsonville. Guests and

speakers will include community leaders and dignitaries.

PVPSA’s Kids Corner Plus! Capital Campaign has raised $2.7 million of the $3.1 million project that will house the expansion of services that PVPSA is able to

offer This new home, located on the corner of East Lake Avenue and Brewington Avenue in Watsonville, will allow the organization to meet the growing needs of the community, create an efficient central location for staff, and offer ample space for support groups, therapy sessions and community gatherings. This new space will enable PVPSA to reach even more children and families of the Pajaro Valley, while revitalizing a very important corridor in the City of Watsonville.

“This new home will be a warm, welcoming environment for children and families; a place where they will feel safe, supported, and encouraged to move forward to a thriving life,” stated Erica Padilla-Chavez, Chief Executive Officer at PVPSA.

PVPSA Groundbreaking Ceremony, Wednesday, September 12 at 1:30 p.m. 411 East Lake Avenue, Watsonville. n ••• PVPSA’s mission is to improve the quality of life of the students and families of the Pajaro Valley by providing health education, counseling and prevention services, and by advocating for public policies that protect the health of our community. 6,820 children are served by PVPSA annually, with over 525 parents and caregivers receiving parental education and support.

Behind The Scenes of the Dominican Rehab Garden

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hen Dr. Keith McKenzie first envisioned healing gardens in the hospital, he never imagined the result would be so incredible. Keith chaired the effort to encourage the Foundation to develop a master plan to create several gardens throughout Dominican Hospital. The new Monterey Peninsula Foundation Rehab Garden at Dominican has come to life with some heartwarming and amazing details.

Designed by local architect Joanie Janecki, the garden is filled with significant elements and local involvement. Beautiful globe lights designed by Joanie’s firm, were created by Roy Johnson of Johnson lighting in Soquel.

But much to the surprise of Beverly

Grova, the hospital’s vice president of philanthropy, she discovered that Lupe Santos, who is a food service worker in the hospital’s cafeteria, also works for Roy Johnson and helped fabricate the lights. He showed her a photo of the lights in progress with much pride.

At night, the garden comes to light to the delight of patients and surrounding rooms including moms with new babies and children in our pediatric rooms.

Dr. Jennie Jet, co-director of the Acute Rehabilitation Unit, recently came up to Beverly and said that while her patients are able to use the gardens for rehabilitation, she had a more personal connection.

Dr. Jet explained that as she walks in the garden each morning, she takes the beautiful handcrafted stick and rings the healing bell one time while she thinks about how grateful she is to live in beautiful Santa Cruz, to have her job (which she loves at Dominican) and to have the honor to take care of her patients each day. On her way home, she rings the bell again and says it’s a wonderful way to begin and end her day at the hospital. The bell was donated by local sculptor, Angelo Grova.

Thanks to Rodney Terra, contractor, some of the garden’s beautiful details were

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Sister Rita speaks at the Monterey Peninsula Foundation Garden Dedication. further enhanced. Rodney, in addition to being president of FTG Construction, is also a welder and a metal worker. When funds ran short, Rodney fashioned some of the metal elements in the garden himself.

He helped weld the beautiful metal fence cut out with flowers and butterflies and when Big Creek Lumber donated all the redwood for the garden, Rodney fashioned all the metal brackets that clad the posts as another donation to the gardens.

The garden is a labor of love and patients and therapists are enjoying its rehabilitative aspects. The garden exists because over 600 community members, foundations and employees, and physicians helped make it happen. Marc Monte is one of those people.

He named the putting green in honor of his father and mother. His mother, Doris,

just recently passed away and Marc is very grateful that she is recognized in the garden, especially since she loved to volunteer at the hospital.

Recently one of our nurses said that his 30 minute lunch break in the garden felt like he just had a two hour break and made him feel restored. The garden is used for therapy, meetings and lunch breaks by physicians, nurses, employees and therapists. It is already a well-used place at the hospital, even the finches have discovered that the fountain makes a wonderful birdbath. We invite you to visit. It’s right off of the front entry. n ••• Dominican Hospital 1555 Soquel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95065. Open 24 hours.

Phone: (831) 462-7700. Website: www.dignity health.org/bayarea/locations/dominican

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Community Bridges Dinner Raises $63k T he third annual Farm to Fork Gala, benefiting local nonprofit Community Bridges, raised over $63,000 for the organization’s ten human services programs across Santa Cruz County.

The August 4 event, held at Aptos Village Park, featured a locally sourced dinner by 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 will benefit Community Bridges’ family of 10 programs that collectively serve 20,000 children, families and seniors in Santa Cruz County each year.

Business and media sponsors of the event included: • Aegis of Aptos • Bontadelli Farms • California Giant Berry Farms • Driscoll’s • Granite Construction • KION 5/46 • Langlois Fancy Frozen Foods • LPL Financial • Nordic Naturals • Santa Cruz Sentinel • Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center • System Studies • 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. To learn more, please visitwww.communitybridges.org.

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

SV Book Talk: How Adventure & Risk-Taking Improves Quality of Life

SCOTTS VALLEY — Join author, explorer, and adventurer David Miln Smith to learn how to convert the fear of change from an enemy to an ally, and reframe risk from aversion to excitement. His talk is sponsored by the Friends of the Scotts Valley Library and will take place Thursday September 6 at 6:30 p.m. at the Scotts Valley Library.

Mental Fitness is using our mental abilities to the fullest extent, taking risks, inquiring, questioning and accepting other points of view, with a readiness to learn, grow and change. Risk-taking is invaluable as an

everyday tactic in navigating the rapids of change not just an occasional strategy.

Called the real-life “Indiana Jones,” David Miln Smith is internationally renowned for taking on world-class physical and intellectual challenges. A master storyteller, Dr. Smith weaves from his own experiences to guide, motivate, inspire, and entertain from tales of kayaking the Nile, swimming from Africa to Europe, solo trekking over the highest Atlas Mountains and marathoning through the Sahara Desert.

Smith is the author of three

books: HEALING JOURNEY: Odyssey of an Uncommon Athlete, The East/West Exercise Book, and HUG THE MONSTER: How to Embrace Your Fears and Live Your Dreams. He has also been featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated, Tri Athlete, New York Sunday Magazine, Signature, Running Times, and Good Times. n ••• For more information about Friends of the Scotts Valley Library, see www.fsvpl.org For more information about David Miln Smith, see www.adventuresmith.net

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10th Annual Testicle Festival

Spahn Family Wins ‘It’s All in the Sauce’ Contest

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he Young Farmers & Ranchers Committee of the Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau announced that the Spahn Family (Brad Spahn, Mara Miller Spahn, Marack Miller Spahn and Mayla Miller Spahn), of Watsonville won the “It’s All in the Sauce” contest at the 10th Annual Testicle Festival.

The contest invites attendees to prepare and bring their favorite Horseshoe dipping sauces for Contest Winners everyone to try Bryce Ensminger out with the Rocky and David Lai. Mountain Oysters served as appetizers. The Spahn Family’s sauce was the favorite among the sauces tasted at the event. Emma Solden of Santa Cruz won the coveted “Best Sauce Name” section of the contest with her “Toro Loco Crazy Good Bull Ball Sauce” sauce.

There was also a competitive horseshoe contest at the Testicle Festival.

The winning team was comprised of Bryce Ensminger and teammate David Lai. All contest winners were presented with plaques memorializing their triumphant performances.

The 10th Annual Testicle Festival was recently held in Watsonville. The Rocky Mountain Oysters were served as hors d’ oeuvres and the sauces were enjoyed and judged by the record-crowd attending.

A full chicken barbeque was served for dinner, with s’mores, made around the campfire, for dessert. The event also included a raffle, live and silent auction.

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Northern California Renaissance Faire

Six Weekends of Spellbinding Mystery and Adventure at Casa de Fruta September 15 through October 21

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uzzah! This fall, immerse yourself in an authentic Renaissance village, with live music, themed celebrations, hearty food, and a thriving marketplace of unique, hand-crafted goods. For the first time, due to the growing demand to partake in this one-ofa-kind experience, the Northern California Renaissance Faire is now running for SIX weekends, starting September 15 through October 21.

You can find this enchanted wonderland at Casa de Fruta in Hollister next to Highway 152 where Her Maje s t y ’ s subjects have created Willingtown, a village under the rule of Queen Elizabeth I. For a brief magical time, the Queen will allow you to become one of her loyal subjects, too!

While you’re welcome to arrive at the Faire in those strange 21st century clothes, it’s far more fun to don a

costume (you can rent or buy at the Faire) and immerse yourself into this thriving, revolutionary time. Create your character—it’s entirely up to you! You can be anything, be it a peasant, knight, princess, pirate, or even superhero. The Faire is your playground where you can become whatever suits your fancy.

Each day at the Faire, courageous knights engage in battles of skill to entertain the Queen, so be sure to cheer on the knight of your choice during the legendary full-contact joust in the World Tournament of Champions Arena. Once you’ve had your fill of witnessing heroic feats, head over to the other stages to watch improv troupes, comedy acts, Shakespearean dramas, dancing, fire eating and more. Then, meander through the marketplace and shop from a variety of master artisans offering old world designs, handcrafted works of art, blown glass, knives and swords, leather, wood, jewelry and much more.

Spending the day enjoying hilarious performances and shopping the marketplace can work up quite an appetite, so it’s a good thing that the Faire offers delicious food, like its famous juicy turkey legs, meat pies, grilled artichokes, fruit ices, and incredible selection of ciders, ales, and beers.

Each weekend, the Renaissance Faire offers special themes and discounts.

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After the opening weekend extravaganza, brace yourself because plundering pirates are invading the Faire for week two!

Once we purge the place of pesky pirates, Heroes & Villains will take up leadership of Willingtown for the third weekend, so be sure to dress as your favorite idol or evil-doer.

Bring your drinking crew for the fourth weekend, for that is the Faire’s very own Oktoberfest! For the fifth weekend, don your masks and join the Royal Masquerade. The season is topped off with a Halloween Fantasy celebration for the Faire’s final two days.

In addition to these themed celebrations, every weekend features delightful performances, including comedy shows, fortune tellers, sword fights and more. What are you waiting for? Kids 12 and under are always free, so gather your family or trusty crew of friends and we’ll see you in Willingtown this year!

Northern California Renaissance Faire – Casa de Fruta, 10031 Pacheco Pass Highway (CA Hwy 152) Hollister, CA 95023 A Play Faire Production every Saturday and Sunday September 15 through October 2 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

(Celtic Rock Series every Saturday night at 6 p.m. FREE with general admission) $28 at the gate; children 12 and under will be admitted FREE the entire run of the Faire n ••• For Tickets and Info: www.norcalrenfaire. com

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Cabrillo College Student Mentoring Program

Faculty and Staff One-to-One Mentorship Increases Student Success Rates

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ince its launch in 2016, the volunteer Mentor Program has been making a positive impact on the lives of Cabrillo College students. With fall semester starting August 27, Cabrillo staff and faculty are working to improve student success outcomes, by preparing new faculty and staff mentors to participate in the Cabrillo Mentor Program.

The opt-in, volunteer-based program supports Cabrillo students by pairing them with a Cabrillo College faculty or staff member who volunteers their time and energy to support students during the duration of their enrollment at Cabrillo College.

Mentors can offer classroom guidance, personal direction, resource information, career direction, and can be a ‘bridge’ for the students to help them navigate the college experience. Students also benefit from the program for the unconventional advantages it provides. Mentors fulfill a number of roles, such as knowledgeable soundboards, coaches, supporters, careerbuilding resources, relationship drivers, and teachers.

“Research by Ernest Pascarella finds that mentoring for students in college helps students to feel more connected and engaged on campus, which can ultimately improve student outcomes,” said Sue Gochis, Cabrillo Vice President of Student Services. “In our first couple years of the Mentor Program at Cabrillo, we’ve experienced that – students have improved retention after the first semester, and we’re seeing better grades and improved graduation rates, in addition to higher motivation levels and improved self-esteem.”

To date, the program has demonstrated great success in helping Mentor Program participants persist in college as well as achieve their educational goals.

“The Mentor Program is brilliant - it is challenging to want more for yourself when there is no one to look up to or to guide you along the way, and this is exactly what my mentor has done for me,” said Yesenia Rocha Rocha, a student mentee.

“Being a part of the Mentor Program has not only helped me academically, but has also inspired me to be a mentor one day with hopes of changing young students’

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lives in helping them reach their goals.”

In addition to the students who are impacted by the program, Cabrillo mentors also report great satisfaction from their participation in the Mentor Program.

“I have gotten so much more out of mentoring than I ever imagined,” said Matthew Halter, Cabrillo Mentor Program Director and Biology Instructor. “I have been honored to meet such bright, eager, enthusiastic, and engaging students and each year, I have enjoyed the interaction as much as I hope they have.”

During the 2017-18 academic year, Cabrillo had 39 mentors and 49 mentees.

Since its inception in the 2015-16 school year, approximately 100 students have participated in the Mentor Program. Mentor orientations are currently underway for Cabrillo faculty, staff and retirees for the 2018-19 academic year, and there is strong interest in the program.

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Call To Artists

Public Art Project: Watsonville’s Behavioral Health Office Building

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n artist will be selected to create a site-specific public art component for the Behavioral Health Office Building (BHOB) in Watsonville. All experienced professional artists, including those who are new to the field of public art, are encouraged to apply.

Accepted art forms for this project are murals, mosaics, and metal sculpture (low profile, attached to wall). The deadline for submitting a proposal is September 12, 2018.

Estimated Project Timeline September 7, 2018 — Proposals must be received by 5:00 p.m. This is not a postmark deadline. Mail or deliver the application package; faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted.

Mid-September 2018 — Public Art Selection Panel to meet and review proposals. Up to two artists will be selected to interview with the panel and present a more developed project proposal.

Early October 2018 — Artists present their proposals to Selection Panel; finalist selected.

Mid-October 2018 — Selection Panel submits recommendation of public artist for the BHOB project to Arts Commission. If approved by Arts Commission to continue in the selection process, artist and County begin contract process.

Late November 2018 — Artist’s proposal and contract goes before the Board of Supervisors for consideration. If approved, artist may begin work on the project.

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existing developed area of the County Freedom Boulevard campus. The new building of approximately 13,000 SF is designed to separate adult and child services, and is located adjacent to a recently completed health clinic, optimizing coordination of shared resources and visitor convenience.

Important Proposal Considerations iven the nature of the facility and its clientele, many of whom would find bold, strongly abstract images unsettling, it is preferred that the proposed artwork employ subtle shapes and/or muted tones, that it be warm and welcoming, and provide a calming message.

Limited public-access areas inside the building, as well as the exterior wall treatments, require the public artwork for the BHOB be situated on the exterior wall of an adjacent existing building. As such, proposals for a mural, mosaic, or metal relief sculpture are the only art forms that will be considered for this project.

Inclusion of the community and BHOB clientele in some aspect of the project is desirable. (e.g. they assist in creation of one or two additional small pieces that could be installed in each of the entry areas) Preparation of the wall (e.g. washing, priming), as well as any finish work required, must be included in the artist’s budget; no additional funding is available for this work.

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Application Process he application materials must include: • A current resume detailing professional artistic accomplishments and at least two references who can speak to your past work and qualifications.

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• Up to sixteen images of recent relevant work. These images must be submitted on a PC-compatible CD, saved in a .tif or .jpg format. Maximum image size should be no more than 300 dpi and no larger than1024 x 768 pixel resolution. Each file should be named with artist surname and image number to correspond with annotated image list (see below).

• An annotated, typed list of the images must include the following information: image number, media, size, title, date, cost and brief description of the art work if necessary.

• A preliminary written proposal not to exceed one typed page, which addresses the artist’s specific approach to this project, as well as conceptual drawings of the proposed project.

• All materials should be on white, single-sided un-stapled, and unbound 8 1/2” x 11” paper. Nothing over 8 1/2” x 11” can be accepted for this phase of the process. If you expect the panel to view color within your materials, please include ten copies of the color portions, as we do not have color photocopy capability.

• A self-addressed, stamped envelope with sufficient postage for return of the application materials. n ••• For More Information Please contact Kathy DeWild at the Santa Cruz County Department of Parks, Open Space and Cultural Services, 979 17th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA95062. E-mail: prc039@scparks.com.

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No More Library Fines for Youth Books & Media

Change Part of 150 Year Anniversary of Santa Cruz Public Libraries SANTA CRUZ — The Santa Cruz Public Libraries (SCPL) is celebrating 150 years of library service by giving the gift of reading to every child and teen in the county. Starting on Monday, September 10, 2018 all children’s and teen’s books and media will become fine-free.

It is well documented that access to a library improves student success.

According to Heather Norquist, SCPL’s East Region Manager who leads the K-12 Outreach Team, “We have been working on a variety of ways to improve children’s and teen’s access to the reading materials and learning tools they need to succeed in life. We have brought together a team of Librarians to focus on K-12 outreach to strengthen our connections with county schools. We have purchased subscriptions for digital eBooks accessible to school libraries. These are several approaches that help us further our goal to have every child in Santa Cruz County receive a library card.”

One way to improve children’s access to library materials is to remove the burden of overdue fees. Library Director Susan

Nemitz says, “We weighed what was more important to our mission, collecting these fees or improving access for children. As we reflect on the important changes in library services over the last 150 years, we felt that this was an appropriate change for a 21st century library.”

The fine-free status only applies to children’s and teen’s materials – not accounts. Adult materials will continue to generate overdue fees even if checked out on a child’s card. All Individuals – children, teen, and adult – will continue to be responsible for damaged and lost items.

After a one-time amnesty removal of account charges relating to children’s and teen’s materials that will occur on September 9, everyone should be starting with a clean slate. Children’s and teen’s materials go fine-free on September 10.

If overdue fees have prevented your child from getting a card or reading more books, now is the time to visit your library.

Apply for your free card today and stop by any branch on September 10 to make your own sesquicentennial (150 Year) party hat! n

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Caltrans Accelerates Highway 1 Repairs

Eight Bridges in Monterey County Will Work Done to Improve Safety MONTEREY COUNTY — Caltrans continues repair work to eight bridges on State Route 1 from Willow Creek to Garrapata Creek due to funds from Senate Bill 1 (SB 1), the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017.

“This route hugs the scenic coastline, serving the tourists and local residents

along the Big Sur Coast who depend on this busy north-south road,” said Caltrans Director Laurie Berman. “Safety improvements to Highway 1 now are key for motorists to be able to enjoy safer and smoother travel for years to come.”

Four to five million people visit the Big Sur area each year, with most traveling down the iconic Pacific Coast Highway, also known as State Route 1.

“We are continuing to make great progress on delivering projects under Senate Bill 1 (SB 1),” said Caltrans District 5 Director Tim Gubbins. “The public will benefit greatly from this eight-bridge project that makes much-needed repairs to these deteriorating structures.”

This $4.4 million bridge repair project has been awarded to American Civil Constructors West Coast LLC of Benicia, California, and is unrelated to work to repair the roads that were affected by massive area rockslides. Crews will fill

potholes and repave all eight bridges.

Work began in early July and motorists will continue to encounter up to 20-minute, one-way traffic controls overnight Monday through Thursday from 7:00 p.m. to 6 a.m., and Friday morning from midnight to 6 a.m.

Daytime hours Monday through Thursday are 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and Be Work Zone Alert The work schedule is subject to change due to traffic incidents, weather, availability of equipment and/or materials and/or construction-related issues. More information and updates on projects can be found at http://www.dot.ca.gov/d5/ or on Twitter via @CaltransD5.

SB 1 provides an ongoing funding increase of about $1.8 billion annually for the maintenance and rehabilitation of the state highway system. SB 1 funds will enable Caltrans to fix more than 17,000 lane

miles of pavement, 500 bridges and 55,000 culverts by 2027. Caltrans is committed to conducting its business in a fully transparent manner and detailing its progress to the public. n ••• For complete details on SB 1, visit http:// www.rebuildingca.ca.gov/

Bontadelli Family Establishes ‘Ernest & Beverley Bontadelli’ Memorial Fund

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t was announced that local farmer Steve Bontadelli has donated $25,000 to the organization, Agri-Culture, for the purpose of establishing the Ernest & Beverley Bontadelli Memorial Fund.

Ernie Bontadelli passed away peacefully at his home this summer. On the previous evening he had attending the 101st Annual Dinner of the Santa

Cruz County Farm Bureau on Thursday, June 21, 2018, where his son, Steve, was honored as the 2018 “Farmer of the Year.”

Ernie was honored with the same award in 1984. Ernie, and his brother Charles, were pioneers in the Brussels sprout industry on California’s central

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where he met and married his life-long spouse Beverley, who preceded him in death in 2016. Upon graduation, he joined his brother Charles who had been farming with their father Earnest in the Watsonville area. They formed Bontadelli Brothers and farmed many of the usual commodities grown in the area, from sugar beets to strawberries to Cole crops and eventually specializing in the production of Brussels sprouts in the mid 1970’s.

In the early 1980’s they partnered with Pfyffer Brothers and created Pfyffer Associates, a packing and shipping operation in Santa Cruz, which handled several area growers product in addition to their own. Ernie learned and excelled at growing artichokes up in the Davenport area, north of Santa Cruz, for the next 20 years, but his primary focus was the production and promotion of Brussels sprouts.

They were instrumental in the development of mechanized harvesting, building one of the first self-propelled harvesters in the industry. Ernie was greatly involved in promoting agriculture through his various affiliations with industry groups.

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Ocean Steward Art Contest

O’Neill Announces 2017-2018 Winners

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ongratulations to Mateusz Niemiec, a 6th grader from Scotts Valley Middle School, CA, as the grand prize winner of the 2017-2018 Ocean Steward Art contest. O’Neill Sea Odyssey and its Board of Directors selected Mateusz’s original color pencil artwork “Protect Our Oceans” which depicts an oil tanker spilling oil into the ocean. The effects of oil are catastrophic to marine life and the ocean environment. Raising awareness about oil spills and reducing our reliance on oil is an important message.

Mateusz and his teacher, Renae Fish, will each receive family passes for a one-hour public sail aboard the Team O’Neill catamaran. In honor of Mateusz and his award winning piece, O’Neill Sea Odyssey will present an enlarged mounted copy of the artwork to both Scotts Valley Middle School and Leslie &

Troy Daniels, who provided funding for Ms. Fish’s class.

The eight honorable mention winners include: Jason Hsu (grade 5) of G. W. Helleyer Elementary School, Isabella Morairty (grade 4) of Vine Hill Elementary, Sofia Grigg (grade 6) of Scotts Valley Middle School, Sishira A.V. (grade 5) of Lynhaven School, Donovan Ferreira (grade 4) of Westwood Elementary, Marley Chavez-Silva, Samantha Politron and Gizelle Huerta-Orduño (grade 4) of Santa Lucia Elementary, King City, CA. These eight students will all receive accolades as O’Neill Sea Odyssey Ocean Stewards and their artwork will be exhibited in the OSO classrooms. n ••• You can read more about these efforts in O’Neill Sea Odyssey’s blog post from May 26 at oso100k.org. Website: http://oneillseaodyssey.org

Mateusz Niemiec’s winning picture

“Memorial Fund” from page 18 Tax-deductible contributions in memory of Ernest & Beverley Bontadelli can be made to this fund. Checks should be written to Agri-Culture (address below) with a note that says, “Bontadelli Memorial Fund.” Credit card donations can be made

on the Agri-Culture website: http:// www.agri-culture.us/funds/ under the “FUNDS” tab, or by calling the AgriCulture office (number below). n ••• Agri-Culture — 141 Monte Vista Ave., Watsonville, CA 95076, (831) 7226622(p) ¨ agri-culture@sbcglobal.net

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Illegal Dumping Website Debuts T he County of Santa Cruz announced a new website dedicated to reducing illegal dumping throughout Santa Cruz County.

Illegal dumping can have negative consequences to neighborhoods and the environment, can become breeding grounds for pests and diseases and has significant financial penalties for violators.

The new site — http://www.stop dumping.us — provides residents with information about illegal dumping, including multi-jurisdictional information on reporting illegal dumping, links to download mobile apps allowing residents to report dumping through their phones, information about scheduling curbside collections of bulky items, a list of approved refuse haulers, and a form to report illegal dumping.

At its Buena Vista Landfill and Ben

Lomond Transfer Station sites, the County accepts recycled materials including Styrofoam, cans, cardboard/paper, metal

items, books and CDs/DVDs, batteries, eWaste and household electronics and more. Household hazardous waste is also

accepted. Check dpw.santacruzcounty.us for hours.

Used mattresses are accepted at no cost.

Construction debris and tires are accepted for a small fee. County ordinances also provide for the collections of sharps and unused prescription medications. Check your local pharmacy for more. The County also maintains its own cleanup crews, and recently contracted with the Downtown Streets Team to conduct cleanups of North Coast beaches. n Santa Cruz County’s award-winning recycling and solid waste programs have been recognized throughout the country, garnering a 2011 California Green Cities Award, a 2012 Governor’s Environmental and Economic Leadership Award, a 2013 National Association of Counties Achievement Award and a 2016 California Resource Recovery Association award for Outstanding Recycling Program.

Aiding Performance in the Classroom in the New School Year

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ith all the stress of a new school year, it can be difficult for students to readjust to a healthy routine, but many experts agree that sleep is among the most important parts of that routine. Numerous studies demonstrate that children who sleep better, learn better While you’re busy shopping for pencils, book bags and notebooks,

remember that a good night’s sleep should also be at the top of your list this season.

Make the transition easier with these five tips from Dr. Sujay Kansagra, director of Duke University’s Pediatric Neurology Sleep Medicine Program and a sleep health consultant for Mattress Firm: Ease into earlier bedtimes. For many children, the sudden shift to an earlier

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bedtime and wake-up call can pose a big challenge. Children who were accustomed to falling asleep later at night during the summer will have to slowly adjust their body clocks to move bedtime earlier during the school year. To ease children into the earlier sleep schedule, start moving bedtimes earlier by 10-15 minutes each night until reaching your end goal.

Ensure a comfortable sleeping environment. Pay attention to factors like lighting and noise. It may be necessary, especially early in the school year when the days are still long, to add blackout curtains to help block bright light. If noise is a factor, consider adding some soft background music or a sound machine to serve as a buffer so other noises are less intrusive.

Be sure the bed is up to the task.

Another environmental consideration is the bed itself. Mattresses are not always top-of-mind as you consider back-toschool shopping, but when sleep can have such an impact on your child’s educational performance, the right mattress can help ensure students are getting quality zzz’s at the start of a new school year.

Avoid bright light prior to bedtime.

Aside from your window, there are also other sources of light that can affect sleep.

Several studies have shown that excess TV/screen time just before bed can have a negative impact on the brain’s ability to transition into sleep mode. Try curbing TV/screen time well before bedtime, or if your child must use screens, engage the night-reading feature, which alters the hue of the light for less impact.

Ensure a comfortable sleeping environment. Pay attention to factors like lighting and noise. It may be necessary, especially early in the school year when the days are still long, to add blackout curtains to help block bright light. If noise is a factor, consider adding some soft background music or a sound machine to serve as a buffer so other noises are less intrusive.

Develop a consistent nighttime routine.

A routine performed 20-30 minutes prior to bed every night can subconsciously ease children’s brains into sleep. A ritual that involves bathing, brushing teeth, talking about the day’s events, discussing what’s ahead for tomorrow and quiet time with a book are all ways to unwind together and slow down those active minds for a transition toward a peaceful night’s rest.

Remember that sleep is vital for memory retention and cognitive performance. Without it, children may experience behavioral problems and other difficulties in school. Find more resources to help improve your kids’ sleep, including tips on how to purchase a new mattress, at DailyDoze.com. n Family Features

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Checklist for Back-To-School Success A new school year is quickly approaching, and while you probably have supply lists and bus schedules in hand, there are a few other things parents should tackle to get a head start on the back-to-school season.

Prepare kids for the best school year yet by handling these important tasks that sometimes are overlooked during the hectic summer.

Routines efore the school year starts, begin building a routine so children can adjust properly. This means structuring activities so kids know what to expect, including healthy meals at the same time each day and a regular bedtime.

Getting enough sleep is critical to students’ well-being and ability to learn, says Dr. Suresh Kotagal, pediatric sleep expert at Mayo Clinic Children’s Center. He suggests establishing a bedtime routine before school starts to help children fall asleep and get a good night’s rest. He adds that children rest better if they skip caffeine after dinner,

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get regular exercise, turn off electronic devices an hour before bedtime, and silence phones so text messages or alerts don’t disrupt sleep.

Vaccinations r. Robert Jacobson, Mayo Clinic Children’s Center pediatrician and vaccine specialist, advises parents to ensure their child has recommended vaccinations and to be aware of changes to those recommendations. He suggests parents contact their family physician or visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s online registry to stay informed of the recommended school admission vaccine requirements for their child.

For example, children can now be vaccinated for human papillomavirus (HPV), at age 11, rather than having to wait until they are 16 years of age. What’s more, some vaccines are now more easily administered. Jacobson says, “We’ve combined the measles-mumps-rubella vaccine with the chickenpox vaccine so a single dose will cover all four of those diseases.”

Medical Records f your child is starting a new school or after-school program, you may be required to supply medical records or vaccination forms. Doctor’s offices should be able to supply this to you at no charge simply by calling or stopping by and filling out a request, just make sure to allow a week or more for processing.

By reviewing this record you can also verify if your child is up-to-date on vaccinations and wellness visits.

“It’s very easy to fall behind and a simple phone call to your primary care practitioner will assure you that your children are up-to-date or whether you need to make an appointment,” says Jacobson.

Anxiety eading back to school is exciting and a little nervewracking. For some children, it can fuel anxiety, which parents can help get ahead of by taking proactive measures.

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them,” says Dr. Stephen Whiteside, psychiatrist with the Mayo Clinic Children’s Center. “Talking to them and preparing them ahead of time by doing things such as visiting the schools and meeting teachers can be beneficial.”

Bullying ne reason a child may have anxiety about heading back to school is he or she experienced bullying previously. Mayo Clinic Children’s Center psychologist Dr. Bridget Biggs says bullying comes in many forms: physical, verbal, emotional, social and online. Biggs says creating a culture of respect in and out of the classroom is key to bullying prevention.

Before school starts, ask your child about their concerns. Learn about what happened and discuss how to respond if it happens again in the new school year (for example, walk away or get help from a trusted adult or peer). Build up your child’s self-esteem so they have confidence to handle difficult situations. Finally, reach out to teachers to build a team mentality.

By taking a few proactive steps now, both parents and children can be well prepared for the start of a great new school year. For more tips on back-to-school and pediatric health, visit us at mayoclinic.org n Brandpoint Media

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Ten Steps that can Help You Reduce the Risk of Cancer

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early 4 out of 10 Americans will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetimes, and it remains the second-leading cause of death for Americans, but nearly half of all cancer cases can be prevented.

Research from the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) shows that diet, exercise and weight play a critical role in cancer prevention.

“Making changes in what you eat, being physically active and maintaining a healthy weight have strong and clear links to your risk for cancer,” said Alice Bender, MS, RDN and director of nutrition programs at AICR. “We know from decades of research and a thorough review of the science that there are simple things we can all do to reduce our risk.”

To live a cancer-preventive lifestyle, consider taking these 10 steps recommended by the scientific experts at AICR: 1) Be a healthy weight. Higher body fat can be a cause of many cancers. Try to stay at a healthy weight and avoid weight gain as you get older.

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2) Be physically active. Incorporate moderate physical activity into your daily life through steps like walking more and sitting less.

3) Eat a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, fruits and beans. Make these foods a major part of your diet.

4) Limit consumption of “fast foods” and other processed foods high in fat, starches or sugars. Cut down on processed foods to help control calorie intake and maintain a healthy weight.

5) Limit consumption of red and processed meat. Eat no more than three portions of red meat per week, and little — if any — processed meat.

6) Limit consumption of sugarsweetened drinks. Don’t drink sugar-sweetened drinks, which contribute to weight gain. Choose water instead, when possible.

7) Limit alcohol consumption. For preventing cancer, it’s best not to drink alcohol.

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Business Profile

Westwind: A Memory Care Community

Committed to Caring for Those Dealing with Dementia

By Noel Smith

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hen you first enter the Westwind Community you are impressed by the openness and the calming colors that surround you. This is a place that is designed to take away the darkness, clutter and confusion from the minds of its residents as its staff provides the helpful assurance to provide a safe and comfortable lifestyle.

The many forms of dementia that are found in our society today take away the ability of the affected individual to deal with everyday life without help and assistance even when their bodies are still fully functional.

Dementia is a general term for loss of memory and other mental abilities severe enough to interfere with daily life. When that happens, it falls on those responsible, usually the family, to take care of the physical, medical and emotional needs of that person. As many of these caregivers and families have found out, as dementia progresses what was once an occasional reminder or helpful task becomes a fulltime commitment of care.

There are many forms and causes of dementia. It may be a sudden onset of dementia because of an accident, stroke or surgery. Alzheimer’s and Lewy bodies are the most commonly known dementia.

Many with Parkinson’s Disease also have dementia as a side effect. It could be the

result of drug and/or alcohol misuse or vascular dementia that deprives brain cells of vital oxygen and nutrients. No matter the cause, the results are similar, the inability of the mind to remember, to communicate and to make rational decisions in daily life.

That is why the Westwind Memory Care community is such an important resource for both the resident and for the family/caregiver.

For those caregivers who need a short or long term stay for a well-deserved rest, to take a vacation, to go away on business, or a few days to recover from an illness or injury, Westwind Memory Care offers respite care. This can also be a perfect time for those wishing to have a trial stay to experience Westwind’s staff and neighbors before making a final decision to join their community.

Westwind offers both private and companion suites all with private bathrooms.

The community offers services and activities of daily living designed to support older adults dealing with dementia. Activities are designed to meet the needs of each resident’s interests and abilities. Daily routines are designed to promote cognitive, sensory, creative – with activities such as art programs or music – and physical skills along with social interactions with other residents and staff. Westwind endeavors to find their residents a way to feel useful

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and vital, to enjoy and get the most out of their lives.

The program is designed to support life skills to enhance each resident’s ability for self-care encouraging individual activities such as setting the table, folding laundry, and arranging flowers. Meals are also an important experience at Westwind both socially and nutritionally offering seasonal, nutritionally balanced menu’s that include fresh green salads, vegetables, desserts, and more.

The financial resources needed for this level of care are for most a concern.

When the caregiver considers the cost of providing a home, the individual care, the time involved and maintaining the quality of life for both themselves and the one they are caring for, it’s a huge personal and financial responsibility. However, there are resources that do make Westwind a reasonable choice.

Possible Available resources include: • Veterans Affairs offers financial aid for veterans and spouses, which may include memory, care communities.

The support can be significant for those who qualify. To learn more about how the program might benefit you or your family member, visit www.veteranaid.org.

• Long Term Care Insurance can cover a portion of a resident’s stay in a memory care community. The Westwind staff can help identify coverage under your existing insurance policy and will help fill out the necessary forms and will work with your insurance provider, to assist you in receiving your benefits.

• Reverse Mortgages is a loan that is available to persons aged 62 or more to put home equity to work. Repayment for couples is deferred as long as one person still occupies the home, the home is sold, or the owner/occupant moves out. For more information contact the AARP There are other financial resources that the Westwind staff can help you identify to make it possible for those in need to become part of the memory care community. n ••• Be sure to visit Westwind Memory Care, “a community of caring built on our commitment to respect and dignity,” 160 Jewell Street, Santa Cruz, California 95060. Tel# 831-421-9100. Website: http://www.westwindmemorycare.com

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New Air Medical Base to Open in County WATSONVILLE — CALSTAR Air Medical Services, a subsidiary of REACH Air Medical Holdings, has announced that it will open a new air medical transport base in Santa Cruz County California at Watsonville Airport. The base will provide emergency air medical transport services to the communities of Santa Cruz County and the surrounding regions.

“We are incredibly proud of this expansion,” said Anna McNamara-Blair, Vice President of Service Delivery. “CALSTAR and REACH have been providing care to the residents of Santa Cruz County for more than three decades now, and we look forward to continuing that service from our new location. The opening of this base really comes full circle for me, having grown up in Santa Cruz and began my career in EMS as a volunteer firefighter in the San

Lorenzo Valley. I know it will be of great benefit to the community.”

A team of highly trained and experienced pilots, clinicians, and aircraft maintenance technicians staffs the year-round air medical base. The Airbus EC 135 helicopter that has been designated for the Santa Cruz region is medically-configured and equipped with the latest in avionics and safety features. The IFR equipped aircraft will also have GPS approach capabilities that will allow transports to and from Dominican Hospital during inclement weather.

Courtney Dimpel, an award winning Emergency Medical Services professional from Aptos, is one of the local medical emergency personnel assigned to the new medical base. “I’m really excited about being part of this team.

This will greatly reduce the response time for many of our emergency medical calls in Santa Cruz County.”

CALSTAR operates several additional air medical transport bases along the Pacific Coast – including Santa Clara, Santa Barbara, and Monterey Counties.

The close proximity of each of these locations allows for additional air transport coverage for each of these counties – an added benefit to the community.

CALSTAR is a participating provider in the AirMedCare Network (AMCN), the nation’s largest air medical transport membership program. When transported

by CALSTAR, AMCN members incur no out of pocket expense for a medically

necessary flight. Membership is just $85 a year for an entire household or $65 a year for seniors. In addition to covering flight costs for CALSTAR, membership extends to AMCN’s 320 base locations across 38 states.

Founded in 1983 and headquartered at McClellan Park, Sacramento, CALSTAR provides rapid air medical transport to those who need critical care services. Saving lives, reducing disability and speeding recovery for victims of trauma and illness through rapid

transport, quality medical care and education is CALSTAR’s mission.

CALSTAR employs hundreds of highly trained nurses, paramedics, pilots and aircraft maintenance technicians to provide service to patients using their fleet of medically equipped helicopters and airplanes. The Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Services (CAMTS) accredits CALSTAR, which is the gold standard for patient care and safety for air medical transport services. n For more info, visit www.CALSTAR.org.

Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks Introduces ‘Pennies For Parks’ Program

SANTA CRUZ — Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks (Friends) announced it has created an additional funding stream to support Kids2Parks: Pennies for Parks.

Customers at Friends-operated ParkStores can now round up their purchases to the next dollar. The extra pennies support field trips to local state parks and beaches through Kids2Parks, an innovative parkequity program bringing students from Title 1 schools on State Park field trips.

Friends operates ParkStores at: • Natural Bridges State Beach • Wilder

Ranch State Park • Seacliff State Beach • Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park • New Brighton State Beach (seasonal). The shops offer nature and history themed merchandise with sales benefiting local parks and beaches.

“Many small donations add up very quickly,” Friends’ Executive Director Bonny Hawley said. “The next time you make a purchase in a ParkStore, please consider rounding up to support the Kids2Parks program bringing more kids into our local state parks and beaches.”

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Kids2Parks, a partnership with California State Parks, increases the number of elementary school students from San Mateo, Santa Clara and Santa Cruz counties who have visited a state park or beach by reducing barriers to access with funding for program supplies and transportation to and from the parks. Title 1 is a designation by the US Department of Education that primarily indicates a high percentage of students from low-income families.

One hundred percent of revenue from ParkStore purchases supports local

state parks. The customer donations from rounding-up with the Pennies for Parks program will go directly to the Kids2Parks program.

“This is a great way park visitors can help to bring local schoolchildren to the parks by supporting our Kids2Parks programs,” said Linda Hitchcock, Santa Cruz District State Park Interpreter III. n ••• Learn more at ThatsMyPark.org or via Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and Pinterest.

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Care and Connection: Loneliness Affects All Ages

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uman beings are social creatures.

Feeling like we’re part of a community helps us thrive. But we sometimes have a hard time making and keeping the relationships that sustain us.

Many Americans report feeling lonely for long periods of time. Connections with others are important for your health.

Social isolation and loneliness can both cause problems. “Isolation is about whether other people are physically there or not. Being lonely is about not feeling connected to others. You can feel lonely in a room full of people,” explains Dr. Steve

Cole, an NIH-funded researcher at the University of California, Los Angeles, who studies loneliness.

Loneliness not only feels bad, it may also be harmful to your health. People who feel lonely are at higher risk of many diseases. These include heart disease, high blood pressure, and Alzheimer’s disease. Loneliness may also increase the risk of death for older adults.

Some of the increased risk of disease may come from changes in behavior.

People who feel isolated may not have friends or family encouraging them to eat right, exercise, or see a doctor. New research suggests that loneliness can also directly harm our health.

“Lonely people have differences in their biology that make them more vulnerable to disease,” Cole explains. He and colleagues have studied how loneliness affects the immune system, your body’s disease fighting system. They found that loneliness might alter the tendency of cells in the immune system to promote inflammation. Inflammation is necessary to help our bodies heal from injury. But when it goes on too long, it may raise the risk of chronic diseases.

People who feel lonely may also have weakened immune cells that have trouble fighting off viruses. “So that leaves lonely people more vulnerable to a variety of infectious diseases,” Cole adds.

People often associate loneliness with getting older. But you can feel lonely at any age. A recent survey found that young

Americans are more likely to feel lonely than older adults. Some research suggests that social media tools and resources are preventing younger people from connecting in real life, Cole says. However, more studies are needed to know whether this is true.

It can be hard for people to talk about loneliness, Cole explains. They may feel like something is wrong with them, even though feeling lonely happens to almost everyone at some point.

NIH-funded researchers are looking into ways to help people break the cycle of loneliness. Studies have shown that helping others can reduce feelings of loneliness,

Cole says. Caregiving and volunteering to help others may therefore help people to feel less lonely.

Having a sense of purpose in life may be another way to fight the effects of loneliness. Research has found that having a strong sense of mission in life is linked to healthier immune cells. “And when you start to pursue a goal that’s important to you, you almost always have to cooperate with others to do that,” Cole says. “That helps bring people together.” n ••• From the National Institutes of Health, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

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Elkhorn Slough $685,000 Grant for Visitor Center Improvements

SALINAS — Congressman Jimmy Panetta (CA-20) announced that the Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve received a $685,000.00 federal grant from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA).

These funds will support Phase II of the Reserve’s Visitor Services Enhancement Project.

NOAA’s grant will fund improvements to the Reserve’s Visitor Center, including the construction of a redesigned parking lot and walkway to improve accessibility. The new parking lot will better support traffic flow from the entrance gate and enhance student safety by creating a designated school bus drop off area.

Additionally, the Reserve will become more environmentally friendly with the inclusion of natural water catchment in landscaped bio-swales.

“The Elkhorn Slough is a hub for education and conservation. By investing in the accessibility and safety of the Reserve, NOAA encourages students, tourists, and researchers to visit the Central Coast and learn about our outstanding biodiversity,” said Congressman Panetta. “This grant

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will help ensure that future generations can appreciate the natural beauty and value of studying and conserving these waters.”

“We are excited to receive this extra

financial support from NOAA. This grant dovetails with other Federal and State funded projects to improve our visitor services access and facilities,” said Dave Feliz, Elkhorn Slough Reserve Manager. n

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Fall is Coming, and it’s a Great Time to Plant!

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oquel Creek Water District offers fall planting tips and ways to save water and money It’s not too early to think about what to do with your garden and landscaping this fall!

Many people think of spring as the prime planting period, but here are some great reasons – well known to many home gardeners – that fall is really the perfect time to plant: • Planting perennials and wildflowers in the fall gives them a jump start on spring growth • There’s less evaporation (which saves water), and less stress on new plants from the sun • Trees, shrubs and other plants will have time to establish healthy root systems before the heat and stress of late spring/summer • You’ll be providing autumn food supplies for birds, bees, and butterflies • Your beautiful bulbs will give you a superior spring bloom when they are planted in fall and get a chance to “winter-over” in the ground • Fall/winter rains will help to encourage healthy growth in new plantings • Cooler weather makes for a more enjoyable outdoor gardening experience These fall planting advantages are particularly true for native and low water use plants. When planted in the fall, these plants have time for significant root growth through fall and winter, and will be more established by the time spring and summer roll around. Then, these plants won’t need as much or as frequent watering during the hot summer months, helping to avoid various root rots that can result from heavy or over-watering.

It’s not true that the options are limited for fall planting. Colorful trees, shrubs, ground covers, herbs, bulbs, native and drought-resistant plants, and mild-climate bulbs such as freesias, sparaxis, ranunculus, and watsonias, just to name a few.

And don’t forget your vegetable garden – lettuce, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, and cauliflower, among many others.

By Melanie Schumacher

There are many sources of information on planning and planting your fall garden or new water-saving landscape. Here are some great online resources to get started: • Water Conservation Coalition of Santa Cruz County — www.watersavingtips.org (click on Resources and Yard and Garden Resources), which offers landscape design and plant selection information, plus all kinds of indoor and outdoor water saving tips.

• Water-Smart Gardening in Santa Cruz County — www.santacruz. watersavingplants.com, which is a great local resource for plant lists, garden pictures, information links, watering guide, and more.

Find a Green Gardener who is trained in sustainable landscaping at www.greengardener.org Fall is also the right time to replace your high-water-use lawn with a wonderful new landscape that will save you water, time, and money. When you replace your turf with low-water use grasses, low-water use plants, and/ or synthetic turf, you can get a Soquel Creek Water District rebate of up to $1 per square foot of turf replaced (and potentially up to $2 per square foot when you add-in a State sponsored rebate from SaveOurWater.com).

A typical turf replacement project costs about $4 per square foot for materials and labor so the District’s turf replacement rebate covers about onequarter of your project costs.

To qualify for the rebate, you need to schedule a pre-inspection with our Water Conservation Specialist. Schedule before December 31st and get a packet of California poppy seeds. 831-475-8500 ext. 146.

With that great new low-water landscape, you’ll not only save money by using less water, you’ll reduce your maintenance efforts and costs.

The maximum turf replacement rebates from the District are $1,000 per fiscal year (July 1-June 30) for single-family residential customers and $10,000 per fiscal year for commercial and multi-family residential customers!

Get all the details at soquelcreekwater. org/rebates (scroll down and click on Turf

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Replacement). And while you’re on that Rebates web page, check out all the other rebates you can access when you take action to reduce your residential or commercial water use: from water efficient clothes washers to drip system retrofits, pool covers to shower head replacement, rain sensors to water-efficient toilets — and more.

Happy fall planting, from the Soquel Creek Water District! 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 831475-8501 x153 and visit www.soquelcreekwater.org.

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Exploring Proposition 6: The Repeal of SB 1

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n the last issue I wrote an overview of some local and state ballot measures voters will see in November. I received some additional questions about Proposition 6, which would repeal SB 1, adopted by the legislature to address the nearly $140 billion backlog in statewide deferred road maintenance by raising the gas tax and vehicle registration fees.

Some readers were interested in more information about what would happen if Prop. 6 were approved, had some questions about how the funding is protected for transportation and what local projects are being funded through SB 1 that could be eliminated.

Statewide Impact f approved, Prop. 6 would eliminate funding for more than 6,500 bridge and road safety, transportation and public transit improvement projects currently underway throughout California. SB 1 legislation generates more than $5 billion annually for repairs, maintenance and operations, nearly half of which is directed to cities and counties for street and road repairs. Most of the remaining funds are used for increasing highway maintenance and operational improvements, public transit and pedestrian safety programs.

Specifically, current projects in the state underway with this funding include over 3,700 road repair projects, 1,500 road and drive safety projects, over 500 bridge and overpass repair and replacement projects, over 300 traffic congestion relief projects, and about 900 pedestrian safety and/or public transportation improvements.

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Q. Can SB 1 funding be used for other purposes such as backfilling the State’s General Fund?

A. Put simply, no. In June, California voters passed Prop. 69, which specifically prohibited using SB 1 funds for anything other than transportation improvements.

Local Impact ocally, SB 1 funding has already been used for storm damage repairs and is expected to provide $115 million countywide over the first ten years for road repairs, bridge and culvert repairs and other safety improvements. Specifically, local projects that are underway (in planning, design or construction) include: • A pavement preservation project on 26 lane miles of Highway 17 from Scotts Valley to the Santa Clara County line • Roadway reconstruction and flooding prevention improvements on Branciforte Drive in the City of Santa Cruz • Replace and upgrade 4 existing culverts along Highway 1 from north of Swanton Road to south of Waddell Creek near Davenport • Shoulder reconstruction, retaining wall construction, and drainage improvements on Bear Creek Road in Santa Cruz County • Replace the San Lorenzo River Bridge and the Kings Creek Bridge on Highway 9 • Upgrade traffic monitoring elements on Highway 1 from north of State Park Drive to south of Highway 1/Highway 17 to provide better information on traffic congestion to motorists • Add up to 9 new Clean Natural Gas (CNG) buses for Santa Cruz METRO • Repair and resurface damaged roadway and bike lanes • replace damaged sidewalks • Add pedestrian facilities where none exist on Freedom Boulevard in the City of Watsonville • Rehabilitate roadway • Install bike lanes • Complete accessibility improvements and construct 5 miles of trail in Scotts Valley • Install LED pedestrian lighting between Water Street and Highway 1 on the San Lorenzo River walk on east and west banks in the City of Santa Cruz

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• And much more.

Additionally, with the local passage of Measure D (our local transportation measure) our county now qualifies for funds under SB 1 set aside for communities with local funding measures. This means we can leverage additional state funds that wouldn’t have been available before Measure D and that won’t be available if Prop. 6 passes.

Lastly, any local storm damage sites in our County are obtaining their local match (so construction can begin) through SB1 funds.

What Does it Cost to Maintain SB 1? ccording to the California Department of Finance, SB 1 costs motorists an average of $9.76/month based on registration and fuel cost estimates. Here’s their math: Registration: Nearly 50 percent of all registered vehicles in California are valued at less than $5,000 (transportation improvement fee of $25/year). Forty percent are valued at less than $25,000 ($50/year). In turn, they calculate the average annual additional amount for vehicle registration at approximately $48.

Fuel: California’s 26 million licensed drivers consume 15.5 billion gallons per year. That is 577 gallons per driver, multiplied by 12 cents per gallon is $69.24 each.

The annual cost per driver is: Vehicle Registration $47.85, Fuel $69.24 for a total of $9.76 per month.

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What Will it Cost if SB1 is Repealed? he 2016 California Statewide Local Streets and Roads Needs Assessment Report found that, as roadway pavement conditions deteriorate, the cost to repair them increases exponentially. “For example, it costs as much as fourteen times more to reconstruct a pavement than to preserve it when it is in good condition. Even a modest resurfacing is four times more expensive than maintenance in Best Management Practices (BMP) condition.”

The American Road and Transportation Builders of America studied the positive economic impacts of SB 1, “… an annual savings of nearly $300 per household in California” due to “decreased congestion, less money spent on vehicle repairs, safer roads, and an improved infrastructure network.”

I hope this provides more details on the effects of Prop. 6 and benefits of SB 1 to answer some of the questions you had from the last article. n ••• As always, if I can be of any additional help feel free to call me at 454-2200.

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One Fear About Moving

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Charlie came over and plastered my face with kisses while I sat in shock. My initial response was to make sure there

In Memoriam

Doris Sylvia Monte

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Catholic Church in Capitola for amily and friends gathered more than 20 years. Doris was a in Aptos to say farewell devout Catholic, and serving the to a loving mother, grandLord continually brought her joy. mother, and devoted friend, Doris She was a dedicated wife Monte who passed away in Aptos and mother, and a good friend on August 3. Born in San Franto so many in the community. cisco, she remained a true San Doris touched many people in her Franciscan at heart throughout lifetime, and will be remembered in entire life.

She graduated from Wash- Doris Sylvia Monte their hearts forever. An incredibly ington High School where she met the special woman with a great zeal for life, love of her life, Rudolph Daniel Monte. she was full of love and kindness for those They waited until Rudy returned from his around her while nourishing people with her service to his country during World War II positive outlook on all things.

Doris is survived by her four children: to get married and spend the next 67 years Rudy Monty Jr. and his wife Deena of together.

Rudy and Doris opened up two Waterford, Linda Parriott and her husband grocery stores together, the first being Lady Bob of Twain Harte, Paul Monte and his Fair Market in San Jose, which was named wife, Charlotte of San Jose, and Marcus for Doris and her blond hair. She worked Monte of La Selva Beach. She also leaves at that store for over 20 years doing the her five loving grandchildren and four books, checking, and stocking groceries. great grandchildren.

A vigil ceremony was held on Thursday The store of their dreams, Deluxe Foods of Aptos, was opened in 1977. Once again, evening August 16, 2018 at Resurrection Doris was the head checker and worked in Catholic Church (7600 Soquel Drive) Aptos where friends paid their respects. The Mass the office until she and Rudy retired.

Doris enjoyed her retirement, doing of Christian Burial was celebrated on Friday, the things she loved which included going August 17 at the church.

This year’s Monte Foundation Fireout to lunch and to the movies, shopping, playing cards, reading, and dancing with works in Capitola on Sunday, October 7 Rudy into the late hours of the night. She are being dedicated to her life. In lieu of volunteered her time as a Pink Lady with flowers, please make a donation to the the Dominican Hospital Auxiliary, and event, as the proceeds will be used to help as a Eucharistic Minister at St. Joseph’s build the new library in Capitola. n

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were no witnesses, then I considered bursting into tears, but refrained. Since I carry a bit of extra poundage, my knees suffered the most.

Because I am sturdy and rather durable, no permanent damage was done. But what if? I worked in the ER for several years so I witnessed many patients whose bodies had betrayed them. A fall can absolutely change the rest of one’s life.

I cringe when I think about living in Houston and becoming afflicted with a life-threatening disease, or sustaining an injury which sends me to the hospital, then a nursing home. At least here in Santa Cruz I would have my friends to visit me, sing to me, and shower me with presents. I am most fortunate to have gathered dear people in my life, some of whom I have known over 50 years.

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This I DO know: Once I land in Houston I won’t be coming back. PERIOD. Obviously, staying in good health and not careening into bushes is at the top of my to-do list.

Anyway, that’s it for me.

Stay with me for my next column, “Mrs. Buttinsky.” n ••• Janet Payne Downs is a native Californian who resides in a small studio on the east side of Santa Cruz. She loves being a mother and grandmother, and is devoted to her dog Charlie.

You can find her walking on East Cliff Drive most mornings with Charlie.

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Community Calendar Aptos Chamber of Commerce Thursday Sept. 13

September Breakfast Meeting

Ongoing Events

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CASA Orientations to Become Advocates for Children

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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 grandparents who feel alienated or estranged to their grandchildren.

Questions: pat@invisiblegrand parent.com • (831) 601-9195 http://facebook.com/invisible grandparent

ASA empowers volunteers to directly influence life7:30 - 9 a.m., Best Western Seacliff Inn, 7500 Old Dominion Ct, Aptos changing decisions affecting children in foster care. Court oin us for our September appointed special advocates Breakfast Meeting. Come hear Robert Bailey, owner of Bailey Prop- are everyday people that, with just a few hours a week can erties, as he gives his Real Estate Mondays & Tuesdays have a lifetime of impact for a updates: locally and nationally.

Call 688-1467 to make reser- child who has been abused or WomenCARE ARM-in-ARM neglected. vations. Cost: $20 members/ 12:30 - 2 p.m.

More info www.casaof santacruz. omenCARE ARM-in-ARM $25 non-members org or call (831) 761-2956 XT.102 support group for women with advanced, recurrent and ••• Thursday October 11 First Mondays: 2-3 p.m., metastatic cancers. Meets weekly Mondays & Tuesdays, with a in Watsonville October Breakfast Meeting 7:30 - 9 a.m., Best Western Seacliff Second Tuesdays: 5:30-7 p.m. separate meeting every First and Third Tuesday every month. in Capitola Inn, 7500 Old Dominion Ct, Aptos Registration required. Call 457oin us for our September Breakfast Third Wednesdays: 5:30-7 p.m. 2273 for more information and to in Watsonville Meeting. Come hear this month’s register. No cost to attend. speaker: Carlos Palacios, Santa Cruz Third Thursdays: 2-3 p.m. www.womencaresantacruz.org in Santa Cruz County Administrative Officer.

Call 688-1467 to make reservations. Third Fridays: 12-1 p.m.

Mondays & Wednesdays Cost: $20 members/ $25 nonin Aptos Alzheimer’s Association members lzheimer’s Association has free support groups Mondays for family caregivers at 1777-A Friday October 26 Pajaro Valley Toastmasters road 6-7 p.m. Old City Council Chamber, Capitola Annual Chamber Dinner 2nd & 4th Mondays 2-3:30pm 250 Main Street, Watsonville facilitated by Jill Ginghofer, Awards & Auction ome join a dynamic, 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 5:30-7pm 5:30 p.m., Seascape Beach Resort, supportive group of people facilitated by Francie Newfield & 1 Seascape Resort Drive, Aptos at all levels of experience from Kathleen McBurney. oin us as we honor the beginners to more advanced.

Call 800 272 3900 for more Man, Woman, Business, We’re here to help you discover information.

Organization and Outstanding your voice and share it effecAchievement of the year at the tively. Everyone is welcome!

Tuesdays beautiful Seascape Beach Resort! For more info: (831) 663-1628 or Writing/Discussion Meeting Adult Admission $85 per person (831)783-8047.

6:30-7:30 p.m., Christ Lutheran Table Sponsor for eight: $850 Church, Gazebo Room, 10707 includes to the event, name Caregiver Support Group Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA 95003 (At recognition on your table and in 12-1 p.m., PAMF, 2850 ComHwy One and Freedom Blvd) mercial Crossing, Santa Cruz the official program. Call 688o you have a problem with atz Cancer Center, PAMF 1467 to make reservations. food? Please check out our and Hospice of Santa Cruz County invite you to attend a free, friendly 12-Step support Caregiver Support Group for group with the solution. All teens those caring for someone with and adults welcome! a serious illness. When a loved For current times and locations of one is seriously ill, it can be a challenge for the entire family. In other meetings: www.santathis ongoing support group, we cruzoa.org/meetings. Or call our will share stories, learn tools for Hotline at (831)429-7906. coping and receive support from Friday October 12 people who care.

Deadline for the Man, Woman, Contact Hospice of Santa Cruz Business Debtors Anonymous 5:15-6:30pm, Calvary Episcopal Business, Organization and County Grief Support Program. Church, Parish Hall, 532 Center (831) 430-3078 Event of the Year Nominations Street, Santa Cruz. t’s the most exciting time of e specifically focus on the year! Nominations are now Overeaters Anonymous recovering from debting on 7:00pm-8:00pm, Soquel Congrebeing accepted from now through gational Church, 4951 Soquel Dr. one’s business.

October 12, for who YOU think For more information: 831-425-3272. o you have problem with should have the honor of being food? Come join us for a named the Man, Woman, Business, friendly free 12 step support group Overeaters Anonymous with the solution. Teens and adults 6:30-7:30pm Christ Lutheran Organization and Event of the welcome. It will be held in the Year. Honors will be awarded to Church, 10707 Soquel Dr. Aptos Anne Hutchinson Room. those who have enhanced our o you have a problem with Any questions call (831) 429-7906 food? Come Join us for a community’s quality of life, ecofriendly free 12-step support nomic vitality and image. Please group with the solution group Second Mondays return completed form (www. with the solution. Teens and adults Invisible/Alienated pajarovalleychamber.com) to the welcome. Includes compulsive Pajaro Valley Chamber: Mail: P.O. Grandparents Support Group overeating, anorexia and bulimia.

Box 1748, Watsonville, CA 95077. 2:30 - 4 p.m., Christ Lutheran Located in the Gazebo Room.

Fax: 831.728.5300. E-mail: Info@ Church, 10707 Soquel Drive, Aptos Call 831-429-7906 if you have pajarovalleychamber.com. ed by Dr. Pat Hanson author of any questions Invisible Grandparents: Leave Save the date for Saturday, Feb. 2, 2019, for the 57th Annual Awards a Legacy of Love Whether You Tuesdays & Thursdays Dinner and Auction as we celebrate Can Be There or Not this will be Orientations to Become a safe structured environment for Italian style – That’s Amore!

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6 pm, 65 Nielson Street #121 Watsonville CA 95076 ASA volunteer Advocates receive 35 hours of specialized training. Court appointed special advocates are everyday people that, with just a few hours a week can have a lifetime of impact for a child who has been abused or neglected.

If you would like to participate in the next Advocate training contact cita@casaofsantacruz.org or (831) 761-2956

Church, 95 Alta Vista Avenue, Watsonville (Adam Dan Hall in back of the church) ar-Anon is a twelve step support group for families and friends of addicts. There are no dues or fees to join. Just come to a meeting. You will hear others, who are going through similar problems, talk about how they cope and find recovery.

To locate additional times and Tuesdays, Thursdays locations of meetings, and to learn & Saturdays more about Nar-Anon, please go to our website at www.nar-anon.

Summer READ Program 1-4 p.m., Pregnant Mare Rescue, org or call 831-200-3756.

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this fun, unique program, your I• nchild will experience: Nurturing environment to

strengthen reading skills • Grounding energy that a horse naturally emits • Increasing reading comprehension through art (imagery) • Trusting bond which supports social and emotional development For more information contact Lisa M. Algee, Ph.D., via e-mail: algeelisa@gmail.com, or call (831) 227-9847

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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.

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 Last Wednesdays Each Month universal themes found in his plays and writings.

Santa Cruz County Prostate For more information please Second Wednesdays Cancer Support Group Santa Cruz Sons in Retirement 7-9 p.m., Katz Cancer Resource call 831-684-2832 Monthly Meeting Center, 3150 Mission Drive, SC Sundays Noon, Elks Lodge at 150 Jewell anta Cruz County Prostate Church Bible Study St. Cancer Support Group has been First Baptist a.m: Bible Study his statewide group of retired an active group for over 20 years 9:45 11 a.m.: Worship men invites you to be our in the community.

7565 Sunset Way, Aptos guest at our monthly luncheon.

First meeting of 2018 will be irst Baptist Church of Aptos You’ll meet kindred spirits, have February 28th. welcomes you to join their a fine lunch and learn something bible study and worship every Sunday. new from a top notch guest Thursdays Call (831) 688-5842 for more info speaker.

San Lorenzo Community Band Cost: $18. RSVP at 479-7096

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Second and Fourth Wednesdays 7:30-9 p.m., San Lorenzo Valley High School Band Room (F-1) In Praise of Poetry Wellness on the Cancer Journey he San Lorenzo Valley Feb. 28 thru Mar. 28 11-12:30 pm, Old Soquel Plaza Community Band meets every 5:30 pm to 7 pm, Capitola Community earn how to safely support Thursday at SLV High School.

Center, 4400 Jade Street, Capitola your body and emotions n this invigorating class you’ll Dues are $30 a semester. You must explore and write several forms through the journey of Cancer read music. of poetry. From Acrostic to Haiku; — from diagnosis to softening Call Teresa at 336-8637. from Ode to Triolet — and a few the impact of chemo, radiation, more — you’ll have fun while and recovering well from Second and Fourth Thursdays learning and creating. Gain surgery. exposure to new poets, forms, and We’ll address nausea, low energy, Cabrillo Host Lions Club styles, while unearthing your own weakness, digestion, immune Meetings voice. This inspiring class is for 6:30 p.m., Aptos Village Park, anyone with an interest in poetry. support, grief, stress and more.

Feel free to bring your partner or 100 Aptos Creek Road.

Novices as well as seasoned poets care team to this free class. Please ant to make a difference will find the class enriching and fruitful. come fed; water is available. in our community? Join Telephone FMI: (831) 475-6115 Limited Seats. Please register the Cabrillo Lions Club twice all attendees on Eventbrite — every month and see what you Geezer Golfers Wellness on the Cancer Journey can do to help in Santa Cruz 8:15 a.m., Valley Gardens Golf or call 831-254-3270 to RSVP. County.

Course, 263 Mt. Hermon Rd., Address given upon registration Please RSVP cabrillolions@ Scotts Valley receipt. gmail.com eeling over par? So are we, Fridays the Geezer Golfers of Santa Cruz. You’re invited to join us ADHD Support Group Drop-in Grief Support at 8:15am every Wednesday at 6:30-8 p.m., Aptos Fire Station, 12-1 pm, Hospice of Santa Cruz the beautiful DeLaveaga golf 6934 Soquel Drive, Aptos County, 940 Disc Dr., Scotts course at 401 Upper Park Rd. he Santa Cruz/Monterey Valley We enjoy a special rate for 9 or Bay Branch of CHADD ospice of Santa Cruz 18 holes.

County is offering a drop-in Questions? Call Jim at 831-685- hosts monthly support group meetings for anyone who would grief support group for adults 3829. like to learn more about ADHD grieving the death of a family or has questions or concerns. member or a friend. This group Aptos Noon Toastmasters is a place where you can share 12:00-1:00p.m. Rio Sands Hotel, Come share with those who understand. Second Wednesdays’ stories, learn tools for coping, 116 Beach Drive ome join a dynamic, sup- meeting is for parents of and receive support from people children, teens, and young portive group of people who care. adults with ADHD. The group at all levels of experience For more information, please call for adults with ADHD, spouses, (831) 430-3000. from beginners to more advanced. We’re here to help partners of someone with ADHD meets fourth Wednesdays of you discover your voice and First Fridays each month share it effectively. Everyone is every month.

Friday Shakespeare Club Contact: Judy Brenis, jbbrenis@ welcome!

10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Peace comcast.net, or call 831-818-9619.

Follow us on Facebook: United Church of Christ at 900 Facebook.com/AptosNoonToastHigh Street, Santa Cruz masters or more info: (831) Third Wednesdays urious about Shakespeare?

236-1171 Edward Jones Financial The Friday Shakespeare Advisor Sponsors Coffee Club Club members discuss the life, Nar-Anon Watsonville times, and influence of William 6:00 p.m., Lutheran Community 10:00 a.m., 2121 41st Avenue, Suite 209, Capitola

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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.

Visit www.santacruzoa.org for current times and locations of other meetings, or call our Hotline at (831) 429-7906.

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Dated Events Saturday September 8 Pajaro Valley Historical Association’s Antiques & Collectibles Sale

7:30 - Noon, Bockius-Orr House, 332East Beach St, Watsonville urniture, jewelry, unique items, and more! NO CLOTHES

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2018 Walk to End Alzheimer’s Registration: 8:30 a.m. • Ceremony: 9 a.m. • Walk: 10:00 a.m., Seascape Resort and Park ake the first step to a world without Alzheimer’s Contact: Kristi Boosman 831-647-9890 or visit www. santacruzwalk@alz.org

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A Taste of Soquel

11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Downtown Soquel 0th Annual A Taste of Soquel ~ Food & Music for the Common Good! A Benefit for Second Harvest Food Bank co-hosted by the Congregational Church of Soquel and Capitola-Soquel Chamber of Commerce. Featuring Soquel Restaurants + Wineries + Breweries + Live Music www.tasteofsoquel.com n

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lasses every Thursday night starting January 7th at 6:30 p.m. at the New Hall, La Selva Beach Club House, 3124 Estrella Ave. For more information call Sue Harris or Don Benson (831) 7267053 or email at caller4u@att.net

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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 information.

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Cabrillo Youth Strings/ Suzuki Music Program

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6:30 pm, La Selva Beach new entry-level String Clubhouse, 314 Estrella Ave., La Orchestra class 4th- 6th Grade Selva Beach, CA 95076 Beginning Strings for violin, viola t’s fun and easy to do! and cello will be offered on Fridays, Friendship put to music; 4pm-5:15pm. Students must family friendly. Class takes provide their own instruments. place every Thursday Night For more information contact Nancy at our new home in La Selva Kvam: Cabrillo Youth Strings (831) Beach! (Take Mar Monte off of 479-6101 or (831) 426-6443.

Hwy 1, turns into Playa Blvd., turn right on Estrella) For more information, contact Sue Harris or Don Benson at (831) 726-7053 or e-mail at caller4u@att.net.

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Third Monday each month

Stitchers By The Sea Meetings Friendship Put to Music!

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.

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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

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Peninsula Banjo Band

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2nd Saturday on the Farm

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

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

Check our website and Facebook page for more details.

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Dated Events

Saturday September 1 Santa Cruz Mountain Art and Music Festival

Garrahan Park, 15520 Hwy 9 Noon-10 p.m., Mutari Chocolate Boulder Creek fun festival highlighting the House and Factory, 504 Front charm of the mountains! Live Street, Santa Cruz ptos Artist David Pfost’s plein music, great food, local beers, local wines, and great fun. air watercolor paintings of Santa Cruz County landscapes are Visit www.scmountainfestival. com for more information on exhibit.

Exhibit open until the end of December.

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6:30 p.m., New Hall, La Selva Beach Club House, 3124 Estrella Ave. Second Sundays Each Month lasses every Thursday night.

Downtown Santa Cruz For more information call Sue Harris or Don Benson (831) Antique Street Fair 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Lincoln St. 726-7053 or email at caller4u@ (Between Pacific and Cedar) att.net he “Original” Downtown Antique Faire is back!

Last Thursdays each month offer an eclectic blend Monthly Argentine Tango at Star Vendors of antiques and unique items.

Bene Italian/Argentine Restarante Come and check it out! Browse 4:30pm-9:30pm, Star Bene through a wide assortment of Italian/Argentene Restarante, treasures including books and 21245 East Cliff Dr. photographs, vintage jewelry, his is a night for true “Social clothing, glass and ceramic Tango.” Order a wonderful collectibles, vintage Hawaiian meal from the Star Bene kitsch, turquoise, original Argentine Menu, (or their well artwork, and a whole lot of known italian menu), and enjoy whatnot! the ambiance of Argentina and Weather Permitting! join us in a social tango dance For more info, please call to music from the Golden Age (831) 476-6940 or visit us on of Tango.

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Private instruction and classes by arrangement. For more information, Third Sunday of Every Month call Michael (831) 239-2247.

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 First Fridays each month Agent, at 408-993-BAND (2263) First Friday Art Tour for information about booking he First Friday Art Tour the band for Non-profit events is a Santa Cruz Institute (donations are tax deductible). of Contemporary Arts event, www.PeninsulaBanjoBand.org managed in conjunction with the participating art venues.

The event takes place yearIn Praise of Poetry round and illuminates some of 5:30pm to 7pm Feb 28-Mar 28 Capitola Community Center, 4400 the most talented local artists from local galleries.

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by The Spartan Band, folk dancing and more! You’ll find our usual crowd-pleasers like our famous moussaka, souvlaki, roasted lamb shanks, gyro, calamari, pastitsio and many other savory dishes including a wide variety of vegetarian selections. Greek dancers from all over the Bay Area will be dressed in traditional costumes and performing a variety of folk dances that have been handed down for hundreds of years.

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he Capitola Art & Wine Festival combines Art, Wine, Music and Food, all in charming Capitola Village overlooking the beautiful Monterey Bay. Over 150 fine artists and 22 Santa Cruz Mountain wineries will participate in this year’s Festival.

Enjoy great entertainment all weekend including local dance groups, street performers and live music.

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Starts at 1 p.m., 100 Shaffer Road, Santa Cruz, 95060 eymour Marine Discovery Center presents a public lecture from a marine scientist the third Sunday of every month. Topics are presented in an entertaining and easyto-understand format, with up-to-date photos, video, and discussion.

Science Sunday does not meet in December. For more info visit seymourcenter.ucsc.edu

Santa Cruz County Fair: Bounty of the County

he 2018 Santa Cruz County Fair opens September 12 with annual favorites and some new surprises. There will be quilts, jams and jellies, giant pumpkins, award winning photographs and artwork, rides for the kids, The Agricultural History Project and many, many more exciting things to do and see!

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Your September Horoscope Times Publishing Group, Inc. Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)

Caution and moderation are important as September begins, and you might have to slow down your pace to pay attention to the details. Taking more time to finish things is preferred over rushing and missing something important. Distractions may prevent you from giving things your full attention mid-month, so don’t make any final decisions at this time. You’re feeling strong and courageous late in the month. Once you get the ball rolling on key projects, you should be able to rely on others to pick it up and run with it.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

Your energy is up early in the month. Your desire to be close with others makes it easy to be deeply hurt when they disappoint you, making it hard not to take their actions personally.

Mid-month finds you looking at possible changes, but even though they seem positive, you’re not quite ready to take the leap. Preparing for a potential change is enough for now. Late September you have a deep understanding of what’s driving you. Now that you’re aware of your own motivations, you can continue conquering everything in your path!

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

Logic, order and structure are ruling you at the beginning of the month, not leaving much room for excitement and fun. If you have to give a speech or you have a date planned, you’ll want to prepare some interesting stuff beforehand so you don’t bore your audience! MidSeptember favors forward thinking; what do you see when you look ahead? It’s never too early to start making plans because “someday” is going to be here before you know it! Your mental agility seems to be on point late in the month, helping you concentrate on the task at hand. Other people will be amazed by your ability to shut out distractions and focus on what needs to be done.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

You have an abundance of energy as September begins and are ready to get back to work.

Putting that energy into practical, meaningful applications is what you need to do now; waiting for the outcome after won’t be hard. Teamwork is essential as you move into the middle of the month. You kind of prefer to work on your own, but stepping out of your comfort zone is important to get your current project done. Keep trying new methods as you approach the end of the month. Whatever path your project takes, working at it until you get it right is the only way to succeed.

Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)

You are always working to expand your mind, and the beginning of the month is no exception.

There are many new possibilities, but you could have some difficulty deciphering what you should act on and what should remain just a thought. Mid-month brings opportunities to break free from the restrictions you resent, but you have to know where the line is. Being creative and free-spirited goes over way better in some environments than it does in others.

And you can definitely tell the difference. The end of September brings an enthusiastic note.

Starting new projects seems to be a good idea. The driving force inside of you is strong.

Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)

It’s impossible to ignore reality early in the month, so why not just embrace it? It’s time to complete a project that’s been on the back burner for a while. Cutting corners won’t be an option, but if you stay focused, you should be able to meet the deadline and turn in a nearperfect product. Everything is called into question mid-September, threatening to undo all the hard work you’ve put in. Self-doubt can be a real bummer, especially when you aren’t sure who you can trust to tell you the truth. A bright spot comes late in the month and life becomes a little more peaceful. The darker moments are still there, but choosing to look at the light makes you so much happier.

Aries (March 21-April 20)

Precision is in your blood as September begins. You’re not in the mood to waste time or energy on excess frills. There are still a lot of pesky details to deal with, but you handle them like a pro.

Mid-month finds your rebellious side pulling you in a different direction, but you still have stuff you need to do. Perhaps thinking before you act is a good thing anyway. Your confidence is boosted late in the month, giving rise to new projects. Begin with the most difficult tasks and move your way down the priority list.

Taurus (April 21-May 21)

Tension is in a relationship early in the month. You find yourselves competing against each other, and both need to avoid the desire to gloat or not be a good sport. Passions are on the rise midmonth, and jealousy can be a problem. You want to trust people so badly, but blind faith isn’t likely (or advised) right now. Your ego takes a hit late in September, but you thrive on being challenged.

You’ll come out on top eventually, and getting to say “I told you so” will be very, very sweet.

Gemini (May 22-June 21)

The beginning of the month finds you in harmony and gives you a welcome break from stress you’ve been feeling. This is a good time for finishing busywork, with an emphasis on schoolrelated tasks, paperwork, and bills. Catching up on the small things while you’re relaxed will help you reach your goals more effortlessly in the future. Mid-September is a great time to call in favors. Your communication should be very persuasive, allowing you to debate and bargain until you get what you want. Your innate dual nature comes to the forefront late in the month, allowing you to see both sides of every story, making you an excellent and trusted mediator.

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

September starts your month on a fun and positive note. Your charm comes in handy when asking for favors. Never one to take something for nothing, you always offer whatever you can manage in return. You find yourself limiting your indulgences mid-month, making it a good time to evaluate your goals and reprioritize your to-do list. Wasting time is one of your worst pet peeves, so you’re only interested in doing what’s necessary to get the job done. You find yourself in the perfect mood late in the month to do research and interviews. Spending your free time having long discussions about a variety of topics is your idea of a good time, and why wouldn’t it be?

Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)

Are you ready to get busy? The month begins with you excited to work hard. Taking shortcuts shouldn’t even be an option, but as the first week progresses, you find yourself beset by insecurity and discouraging thoughts. Try to retreat to a safe place where you know your skills are valued and appreciated. You feel your intuition coming through mid-month, but one wrong move or decision could send you back to the starting line. This can be a time of some positive transformation if you accept your limitations. Your character continues to be tested late in September, but if you do everything you’re supposed to do, no one can question your dedication.

Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)

Your charming nature comes forth at the beginning of the month, affecting all areas of your life.

This might be a good time to ask your boss for a raise or look for a new car. Your concentration is up mid-September, helping you in areas like studying and planning. The future holds some pretty great stuff, and this helps you visualize it now so you can obtain it later. The time to put your ideas out in the world is late in the month. Find someone who can help you take them beyond the planning stages and turn them into reality.

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elcome to the Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission’s (RTC) first monthly Transportation Talk column. As the transportation planning agency for the County of Santa Cruz, the RTC creates projects and programs to develop a balanced transportation system that addresses all modes, while improving the quality of life for all of our county residents.

In Santa Cruz County, transportation-related issues, such as traffic congestion, environmental impacts, and infrastructure maintenance, are top of mind for a lot of people as the region continues to grow.

Each month, this column will delve into some of these issues while also talking about the future of transportation and the trends that are guiding transportation planning and how we move people from Point A to Point B. Here is a look of some of the things we are currently working on at the RTC: Proposed North Coast Rail Trail Draft EIR n Aug. 9, the RTC released the Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the proposed North Coast Rail Trail Project, and we are currently seeking input on the document through Sept. 24.

This proposed project is a 7.5-mile multi-use bicycle and pedestrian trail that would extend along the rail corridor from Wilder Ranch State Park to Davenport, and include improvements to parking lots at Bonny Doon beach, Yellowbank/ Panther beach and in Davenport.

It comprises the majority of the north coast segment of the larger Monterey Bay Sanctuary Scenic Trail (MBSST) Network, which the RTC approved a Master Plan for in 2013.

The RTC will be holding two public meetings to get feedback from the community on the Draft EIR for this project: • Aug. 22, 5:30-7 p.m. at the Santa Cruz Police Station, Community Room (155 Center St., Santa Cruz)

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• Aug. 23, 5:30-7 p.m. at Pacific Elementary School, Blue Multipurpose Building (50 Transportation Ocean St., Talk Davenport) If you can’t attend one of the meetings, you can also provide written comments to the RTC office (Attn: Cory Caletti, Senior Transportation Planner, 1523 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95060) or by email (NCRTDraftEIR@sccrtc. org). All written comments must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Sept. 24.

The Proposed North Coast Rail Trail Draft EIR can be viewed at sccrtc.org.

Innovators in Transportation Speaker Series n May, the RTC launched the Innovators in Transportation Speaker Series to give members of the community the opportunity to hear transportation experts from around the country discuss the innovations and trends that are shaping the future of transportation.

We hope this series deepens the community’s understanding of transportation issues and the work we do on a daily basis at the RTC to provide innovative transportation solutions to the county.

The next speakers in the series which are free and open to all members of the community: Becky Steckler — Wednesday, September 19, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at the Veterans Memorial Building, 846 Front St., Santa Cruz. Becky is program manager for Urbanism Next at the University of Oregon.

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Becky’s talk, “Impacts on Emerging Technologies on Communities,” will look at the ways technologies such as autonomous vehicles, the sharing economy, and E-commerce, affect land use, urban design, transportation, real estate, and the implications of these changes on equity, the economy, the environment, and governance.

Jeffrey Tumlin — Wednesday, Sept. 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History, 705 Front St., Santa Cruz. Jeffrey is principal and director of strategy at transportation planning firm Nelson Nygaard, Jeffrey’s talk, “Mea- Jeffrey Tumlin suring What Matters,” will focus on transportation planning and how it affects people.

Past speakers in this series discussed topics like Transit Planning, The Evolution of SMART, Implementing Trail and Transit Corridors, and The State Rail Plan. Videos of all past presentations can be viewed at sccrtc.org/speaker-series/. n ••• If you have questions for the RTC or there are transportation-related issues you would like to see us cover, feel free to contact Shannon Munz, RTC Communications Specialist, at smunz@sccrtc.org.

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According to RideAmigos, the leading cloud-based commuter management platform, TDM programs “provide information, incentives, resources, and support to people who want to make the best possible use of available transportation options. These alternatives include public transit, carpooling, vanpooling, ridesharing, walking, and cycling.”

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ally (ID #A248368) is a very independent cat, which is why she has been here for a few months. When someone first comes to look at her, she doesn’t jump into hi or her lap or even let them pet her. People who want the reward of having to work for a relationship would be a good fit once she warms up to you.

Another reason you would want this cat is she is incredibly independent.

She sometimes ignores that she likes to be petted. But with a few treats and initial scratches behind the ears, she quickly remembers.

Sally would do best in a household that understands that not all cats are always going to be lap cats. She needs some coaxing and patience, but the reward will be great.

Sally is a spayed female, gray and cream domestic medium hair To adopt your new friend, visit one of the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter locations, or their website at www.scanimalshelter.org. n ••• Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter has two full-service, open-admission shelters: Santa Cruz Location (Public Entrance): 1001 Rodriguez St., Santa Cruz, 95062 Hours: Daily 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wednesdays: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

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9) For mothers, breastfeed your baby, if you can. Breastfeeding is good for both mother and baby.

10) After a cancer diagnosis, follow these recommendations, if you can. Cancer survivors are encouraged to continue following these guidelines.

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other exposure to tobacco and limiting sun exposure are also important in reducing cancer risk.

Because it can be hard to make lifestyle changes, AICR aims to help people adopt healthier behaviors through efforts like the Cancer Health Check, a tool that shows people how their lifestyle stacks up against known cancer risks and recommends changes that can improve health.

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