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SANTA CRUZ — Karl Rice, president of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and Jon Sisk, president of Lightevent on April 23 and 24, 2016 to help raise money for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Santa Cruz County.

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Congressional Art Competition Winners

Rancho Del Mar Community Meeting

By Noel Smith Terramar Retail Centers is the new owner of the Rancho Del Mar Shopping Center in Aptos. When the purchase became known last fall, the immediate question was would Terramar, the new owner, continue the previous plans for redevelopment proposed

by Safeway’s real estate development subsidiary, Property Development Centers (PDC). The PDC proposal included a new megastore for Safeway, a new gas station and the replacement of most of the other buildings in the complex. ... continued on page 4

SALINAS — Rep. Sam Farr, D-Carmel, announced that Makayla Magdaleno, a sophomore at San Benito High School, is the winner of the 2016 Congressional Art Competition: An Artistic Discovery.

Her winning piece, “Red Sova,� will be displayed in the halls of the Capitol along with other students’ works from across the country.

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Community News Water Conservation: Aptos Village part 2 Congressional Art Competition Winners Bowl for Kids Sake – Big Brothers Big Sisters Big Fundraiser at Eventide Over Momoyama April Is Child Abuse Prevention Month

Peace Corps Service in Ethiopia 10 Earth Day 2016 By David Harrah Civil Grand Jury 11 St. John’s Helpful Shop Gives Grants 12 My Life With Doug by Diane Deaver 13 Children’s Car Seat Check-Up 15 Annual Aromas Country Garden Tour by Joyce Oroz 16 Pinwheels for Prevention Garden 17 19 Beware Scams: The IRS Does Not Call Taxpayers 23 Middle School Student Jessica Norris: Philanthropist For Arts Education 24 SLV Museum’s Fundraising Dinner & Auction 25 Inspections for Homes Kids Camps 14 Choosing a Summer Camp Local Sports 20 Golf and Give: Go Mariners! By Brooke Holmquist Scoreboard 27

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Cover Story “RDM Meeting” from page 1 Many in our community reacted negatively because of the displacement of local businesses, the size of the new store and gas station, and the complete change in character of the shopping center.

With those concerns in mind we talked to Bruce Walton, Vice President of Development for Terramar Retail Centers headquartered in Carlsbad, California. We asked him about the future of the Ranch Del Mar Shopping Center and what their plans were for redevelopment.

“Our plans include only refurbishing and refreshing the property as is which includes improvements to

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comply with ADA requirements,” said Walton, “Our philosophy is 180 degrees from the previous owners.”

Walton said they would be remodeling the current Safeway store and that beyond taking care of their current tenants, plans for the future would depend on the input from the community. “That is what the April 28th meeting is about; to get in-depth community input on the future of Rancho Del Mar so we will be working with the residents of Aptos as we improve and refurbish the shopping center.

Terramar is a long-term investor and as also the manager of our properties, it’s important that what we do is in harmony with the community.”

Supervisor Zach Friend and other county officials will also be attending.

“As you know,” said Friend, “A lot of people in the community have been reaching out with questions about the status of the Rancho Del Mar Center so I’ve been working with Terramar (the new owners of the center) to hold a community meeting. I wanted our community to have a chance to hear directly from Terramar, provide their input on what they’d like to see at the center, have their questions answered and have points of contact with the company moving forward.”

Walton urged that all those intending to go to the April 28th meeting visit the RSVP Link: https:// ranchodelmar.eventbrite.com so they can be sure to accommodate all those attending. If anyone has questions they can contact Bruce Walton at Terramar at bwalton@terramar

centers.com Bruce Walton is the uncle of Luke Walton, Assistant coach of the Golden State Warriors and older brother of NBA Hall of Fame Player, Bill Walton.

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Congressional Art Competition Winners SALINAS — Rep. Sam Farr, D-Carmel, announced that Makayla Magdaleno, a sophomore at San Benito High School, is the winner of the 2016 Congressional Art Com-

petition: An Artistic Discovery. Her winning piece, “Red Sova,” will be displayed in the halls of the Capitol along with other students’ works from across the country.

CAC Second Place: Julia Ramos, Aptos High – “Seeds”

CAC Third Place: Jesus Gil, Everett Alvarez High School “Blue

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“This was my last year hosting the Congressional Art Competition and I continue to be amazed by the works by our local students,” said Rep. Sam Farr.

“The arts are an important part of the Central Coast’s identity and it is great to see so many young artists add their passion and talent to that rich tradition.”

Magdaleno will travel to Washington, D.C., courtesy of Southwest Airlines, to be honored at a Congressional reception in June.

She also received a $3,000 renewable scholarship from the Savannah College of Art and Design.

Julia Ramos, a senior CAC First Place Winner: Makayla Magdaleno, San Benito High School – at Aptos High School, was “Red Sova” named the 2nd place winner with her place winner, with “Blue.” His piece piece “Seeds.” Her artwork will be prom- will be displayed in the congressman’s inently displayed in the congressman’s senior Jesus Gil was named the third

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Bowl for Kids Sake

Big Brothers Big Sisters Big Fundraiser at Boardwalk Bowl SANTA CRUZ — Karl Rice, president of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and Jon Sisk, president of Lighthouse Bank, Sake event on April 23 and 24, 2016 to help raise money for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Santa Cruz County.

In addition to leading bowling teams panies, Sisk and Rice have also agreed to make additional donations to Big Brothers Big Sisters if their team ends up

Santa Cruz executives Karl Rice (left) and Jon Sisk are ready to Bowl for Kids Sake on April 23 –24.

with a lower score, or raises less money than their rival. “Nothing is better than a little friendly competition between two Santa Cruz companies, where the winner, no matter what, is Big Brothers Big Sisters,” said Jon P. Sisk, Lighthouse Bank president.

More than 120 teams of bowlers are expected to participate. Teams collect sponsorships from family, friends, and coworkers to help raise critical funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Santa Cruz County.

Teams have a wide range of bowling experience, but all aim to improve the lives of children in Santa Cruz County. All money raised by the event helps support Big Brothers Big Sisters’ professionally managed mentoring services for children in Santa Cruz County.

The event is Big Brothers Big Sisters of Santa Cruz County’s largest annual fundraiser, last year’s event raised more than $106,000. The Boardwalk has donated the use of the Boardwalk Bowl facility for Bowl for Kids Sake every year for the past 33 years.

“We’re extremely proud to be a major sponsor of Bowl for Kids’ Sake,” said Boardwalk president Karl Rice. “We look forward to competing with Lighthouse Bank to support a great cause and we encourage other businesses to sign up for this fun event.” receive an event T-shirt; individuals that raise over $200 receive an event sweat-

From left: Boardwalk president Karl Rice, Big Brothers Big Sisters executive director Maria Cubillas, and Lighthouse Bank president Jon Sisk get ready to Bowl for Kids Sake.

a Grand Prize of two nights in a twobedroom villa at Seascape will be awarded to the top fundraiser.

Since 1982 Big Brothers and Big Sisters has served over 5,800 at risk youth, by matching them to screened and trained adult volunteers

who provide guidance, emotional support and appropriate role modeling. Currently, they have over 75 kids on a waiting list for a caring mentor.

To register a team for Bowl for Kids’ Sake or for more information about Big Brothers Big Sisters of Santa Cruz County visit www. santacruzmentor.org, email bowl@santa cruzmentor.org, or call 831-464-8691.

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atsonville Taiko will present th anniversary performance titled “Eventide Over Momoyama,” a multigenerational celebration of life’s journey. Each person on this journey passes through life stages, gathering gifts of wisdom while seeking

drumming. Join us for this 90-minute celebration of life, energy, and the power of taiko, conceived and directed by Ikuyo Conant.

Watsonville Taiko will be joined by Shinsho-Mugen Daiko of Monterey, Hinoki Taiko from Cedar Grove Elementary School in San Jose, and Niseishin Taiko, advanced youth who practice at the dojo in Morgan Hill, to share the art of drumming.

to come. Please join us for this very special taiko experience.

Watsonville Taiko is grateful for the support of the Arts Council Santa Cruz, the California Alliance for Traditional Arts, and local businesses that have helped make this performance possible.

This production of original compositions and choreography showcases the visual expression of taiko, combining elements of dance, martial art, rhythm and music into a moving experience.

The sound of the taiko is the heart beat. It is the sound of life, and it resonates inside the body. This year we celebrate a quarter century of drumming and hope to keep the taiko heart beating for many years

Watsonville Taiko 25th Anniversary Performance: Eventide Over Momoyama Saturday April 16 at 7:30 p.m.

Sunday April 17 at 2:30 p.m.

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Community News

April Is Child Abuse Prevention Month The Sound of Child Abuse: Joshua’s Story hat does child abuse look like?

What does it sound like? If, at 2 1/2 years old, Joshua had the language to describe his life, it would look and sound like this:

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brain because she never listens to me. Even when I cry for a long time she makes me stay in my crib and puts the TV on for me to watch. My mom sleeps a lot and to keep me from crying she puts food in my crib. It is mostly pudding and Cheetos. Sometimes my bottom is raw because even when my mom is awake she is pacing the house and rearranging furniture; I go a long time with wet diapers and dirty skin. Last week it was so bad my mom took me to the doctor. The doctor was very nice and looked surprised and sad to see me. took me to live with new people.“ This is a true story. Joshua was placed in a foster home, while the Court and social workers at Family and Children’s Services

worked to determine how they could help him and his mom.

More than 400,000 children like Joshua enter the foster care system each year in the United States because of abuse or neglect.

They range from newborns to age 21. In were placed in dependency/foster care last year.

The most vulnerable of these children are the very youngest — infants and toddlers like Joshua. In our comchildren entered care at birth to age 2, and 18% were between the home environment, infants and toddlers like Joshua are rarely spoken or sung to, so their language development is impacted. can also produce changes to important parts of the brain. One recent study noted that 60% of children aged two months to two years in foster care were at high risk for a developmental delay. They are the most likely to die as a result of abuse.

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In one study, 38 percent had emotional problems, half had used illegal drugs and a quarter were involved with the criminal justice system.

Only 48 percent had graduated high school at the time of discharge, compared with 81 percent of their peers. Only 13 percent of foster youth enroll in college ( of income peers), and only 2-4 percent of foster youth graduate from a 4-year college (compared with 41 percent in the U.S.).

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“CAC Competition” from page 6 Maya Yokoyama, Aptos High School; Oscar Gonzalez, North Salinas High School; Isabella Arreola, San Benito High School; Meghan Brandt, Georgiana Bruce Kirby and Trinity Esola, Georgiana Bruce Kirby were all selected as Honorable Mentions.

The annual Congressional Art Competition is open to all local high school students in the 20th congressional district.

A total of 21 entries were submitted from Melissa Pickford, Director of the Monterey Peninsula College Art Gallery, judged the entries.

The Artistic Discovery competition encourages and recognizes the rich

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health conditions.

These dismal outcomes for vulnerable children in our care can be addressed. Change can happen. Every day, caring and dedicated people in our community step forward to

artistic talents of young Americans.

Students are allowed to submit various styles and types of art, ranging from paintings and drawings to photography and mixed media pieces. The winners are determined using criteria based on originality, skill of execution, excellence in use of materials and conceptual strength of the project.

The Congressional Art Competition began in 1982 to provide an opportunity for members of Congress to encourage and recognize the artistic talents of their young school students have been involved with the nation-wide competition.

Last year, Josh Agbayani from Aptos his entry “Drowning in Beds Unmade.”

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Business Expo 2016: ‘The Road to Success’

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t’s that time of year! The Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture’s Business Expo, “The Road to Success”, is coming up on Thursday, April 21,

the Pajaro Valley! Meet the best businesses, organizations and food in Santa Cruz County! It’s going to be bigger and better than ever and we want YOU to be there.

Why should I be at the Pajaro Valley Chamber’s Business Expo, you ask?? It’s simple… We Have Fun! It’s amazing how much action we can pack into three hours. Back by popular demand is Blackout Bingo, which encourages every attendee to visit each booth. Many lasting business relationships have been formed by this interactive challenge. The grand prize for Blackout Bingo is a family four-pack of tickets for unlimited rides at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Don’t miss the “Mascot Dance Throw Down” between several local business mascots. The challenge is ON between Bay Federal Credit Union’s Danny the Dolphin and Lois Prices of Grocery Outlet! There’s a rumor that there will be other guest appearances as well! Our friends from KSCO Flight 1080 will broadcast from the Expo doing live interviews and iHeart Media will have exciting prizes all afternoon! It just doesn’t get better than that!

So, you see there is something for everyone! Head on down “The Road to Success” to the Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture’s Business Expo on Thursday, April 21, at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds.

Shaz Roth, President/CEO Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture

Ellen Pirie to Recount her Peace Corps Service in Ethiopia SANTA CRUZ — The Santa Cruz Public Library System (SCPL) announced a special event in the Armchair Travel series featuring former County Supervisor Ellen Pirie.

Pirie, also a previous Library Joint Powers Board member, recently returned from Ethiopia where she served in the Peace Corps. According

to Library Director Janis O’Driscoll, “Learning about different cultures expands our point of view and helps us grow. This is sure to be a thought provoking presentation.” In addition to her Peace Corps experience, Pirie will also discuss her upcoming June posting to the Caribbean with her husband Terry Hancock.

special event. For additional information, please call 688-4033.

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La Selva Beach Community Church 26 Florido Ave., La Selva Beach.

The Armchair Travel Series is a monthly event where local community residents share their travel adventures through photos and travel logs. Armchair Travel happens the first Thursday of each month from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the La Selva Beach Library, 316 Estrella Ave. The Friends of the La Selva Beach Library and the La Selva Beach Community Church jointly sponsor this

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Earth Day 2016

By David Harrah, Aptos resident and member of the Watsonville Wetlands Watch Board of Directors

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goal was to call attention to the dangers posed to the world environment from water and air pollution as growing populations dumped harmful liquid and solid waste into our waters, the air and the land. In New York City, an estimated one million people participated, marching on Fifth Avenue. In all, nearly 20 million

much to do, and many gloomy predictions hung in the air. An Earth Day founder, Senator Gaylord Nelson, noted that the Smithsonian Institution believed that percent of all the species of living animals will be extinct,” while Life Magazine prereduced the amount of sunlight reaching earth by one half.” support from conservatives and liberals, and the young and old. People began

people around the world were waking earth as populations increased. There was

soon followed by the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency, the

passage of the Endangered Species Act and toughened regulations in the Clean Air <http://www.epa.gov/owow/

watershed/wacademy/acad2000/ cwa/> Act and the Clean Water Act. The the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration were created.

Watsonville Wetlands Watch joined the cause for a cleaner environment with its six long-neglected and damaged sloughs that extend from the city to the ocean and constitute the Watsonville Slough System.

This slough system is one of only a few remaining large freshwater wetland areas on the California coast. The wetlands are

and songbirds. As well, they are a vital for thousands of migrating birds. Many people, organizations and local govern-

more than 9,000 nesting pairs in the lower 48 states.

The Watsonville wetlands had for years bald eagles. Fish constitute half to threequarters of the bald eagle diet, and there are plenty of big trees for their nests, so the area was a favorite breeding ground for them.

During the summer of 2014, a bald eagle pair birthed and raised a female

toward their conservation over the ensuing

the environmental movement was our national bird: the bald eagle. It was estipairs of bald eagles remained, and the species was in danger of extinction. Loss of habitat, hunting, and DDT poisoning were combining to destroy our national symbol.

Fish and Wildlife Service, there are now

County. It was rightfully hailed as a major breakthrough; the newspapers called it “a huge moment in conservation history.” lings, a male and a female. Hopefully, this coming summer will produce more eagles.

The recent rains are making our wetlands bald eagles that thrive on them. The return of the bald eagle is a reminder that we are making progress. The wetlands are healing.

Happy Earth Day, everybody!

Volunteers Wanted for 2016-2017 SCC Civil Grand Jury

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he Civil Grand Jury is a historic institution and serves an important role in our society. Serving on the Civil Grand Jury gives you a unique opportunity

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volunteer pool representative of the ethnic and cultural diversity of communities within our county. All

Santa Cruz County residents Acting as an independent body, the 19 members of the Civil Grand Jury are empowered to investigate the operations of city and county governments as well as other tax-supported agencies and special districts and respond to citizen complaints.

Candidates for the grand jury must be United States citizens, at least 18 years of age, have a working knowledge of the English language and have resided in the county for at least one year.

Santa Cruz County is seeking a

Civil Grand Jury are invited to submit an application to the Superior Court of Santa Cruz County for consideration.

For applications and more information, please visit the Superior Court’s website at: www.santacruzcourt. org or visit either the Santa Cruz or Watsonville Courthouse to pick up an application.

All applications must be received by 3:00 pm on Friday, April 29, 2016.

For questions, please contact the Superior

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St. John’s Helpful Shop Gives Grants O n Wednesday, April 6 the yearly St. John’s Helpful Shop Grant Awards Luncheon was held. The shops proceeds of $29,400 were awarded to 18 local

the organizations were represented and as part of the program described to the over

was held at the Episcopal Church of St. Aptos.

Over the last 20 years St. John’s Helpful Shop has awarded over $330,000 in grants back to the local community. The Village are given to charitable organizations focusing on women, children and veterans.

According to Carolyn Swift, former director of Capitola museum, St. John’s Helpful Shop at the corner of Monterey and Capitola Avenues in Capitola Village is thought to be the longest continually

Eileen Fernald, chair of the Helpful Shop Advisory Board. operated store in the Village. The Shop raise money for a new church carpet by the women of the church. After reaching their goal, they kept the business open and started donating the shop’s proceeds to organizations serving the local community.

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Life With Doug

By Diane Deaver

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hen I saw the information about the Aptos Times poetry contest, I wanted to honor my husband of 30 years, Doug Deaver, by writing a poem about him. Doug has a wonderful sense of humor and an amazing ability to laugh at himself, and he has kept me laughing for 30 years. He has a cheerful disposition, is easy to live with, is kind, compassionate, generous, and is a truly wonderful man.

I feel fortunate to be his wife. Doug is a loving husband, father, and grandfather and is well-loved in return. He is respectful of others and donates time and energy to many service projects. He has integrity and a great work ethic and strives to be the best he can be in any situation. Living with him inspires me to be my best also.

We had a wonderful evening at SandThe weather was spectacular. We enjoyed an ocean view from a window table and had great service, and the salmon dinner we both had was delicious. Doug and I thoroughly enjoyed having a Valentine celebration in a great place.

ago that we visited this area and made the decision to move from Moraga to Aptos. It was a great decision and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve thoroughly enjoyed living near the ocean, seeing dolphins and whales in the wild, meeting a lot of really great

people, and getting to be part of a wonderful community. This is a very special place to live.

It has been an honor to win the poetry contest and to be treated to a lovely evening at Sanderlings. Thank you Aptos Times and Sanderlings.

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Kids Camps

Choosing a Summer Camp L your child a safe, happy opportunity to develop new skills this summer? Start with the basics: Ask the director of any camp you’re considering how long it’s been operating and what licenses it has.

If the camp is accredited by the American Camp Association, you can be assured that the day camp or sleep away

Here are some basic questions: 1. The camp’s philosophy:

needs? cooperation? what religious practices are part of the program?

lines call for 1:8 for children ages 6-8; 1:10 for children ages 9-14; and 1:12

5. Age of counselors: The ACA recommends that 80 18 or older and that

organization’s more than 300 standards on health, safety, facilities, programs and

a celebrity athlete, will the person actually be there?

However, many good programs are too new or too small to get ACA accrediEven an accredited camp can be a poor match for your child.

training?

3. Return rates:

4. Ratio of counselors to campers:

1:8 for ages 9-14; and 1:10 for ages

16 and a minimum of two years older than the campers they supervise.

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Medical staff at camp and medical facilities available: The ACA recommends that an overnight camp have a licensed physician or registered nurse on the site every day, and that day camps should have direct phone access. If your child takes medication, has food allergies or a chronic medical condition, be sure that the camp will be able to handle your child’s needs. lution: What are the camp’s rules and what would result send a camper home. Are the camp’s standards reasonable.

8. Typical daily schedule: What is the level of physical activity, the amount of time devoted to arts and crafts and is the child able to choose his/her activities.

9. Transporting campers: Vehicles used, how often inspected who drives them and what training do the drivers have?

10. References: Get the names of parents with children of the same age who have attended the camp. You’ll be able to get a fuller view of the camp and ask ‘Is there anything you didn’t like about the camp?’

Monte Vista Horsemanship Camp 2 School Way, Watsonville, CA 95076 Phone: 831-206-9707 e-mail: MVEquestrian@gmail.com web: www.montevistaequestrian.com The week-long Horsemanship Camp at Monte Vista Christian School is a wonderful opportunity for boys and girls to spend hours every day riding and learning about horses. We have wonderful school horses for riders of every experience level. We offer Western and English riding, as well as crafts, swimming, archery and marshmallow roasting at the evening campfire. Sign up today for an email MVEquestrian@gmail.com or visit www.montevistaequestrian.com for more information today!

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This year there will be residential as well as commercial gardens. The garden owners are busy preparing their gardens Aromas Community Grange. Take a look the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beloved grange hall. Aromas lunches for sale. lovely gardens the day before Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day. Moms, grandmas and aunties, anyone â&#x20AC;&#x153;Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s day experienceâ&#x20AC;? seeing these special gardens, asking questions and watching artists demonstrate their talents.

Substantial rain and mild temperatures this year have turned the nine chosen gardens into lush and lovely places to see. After years of drought, there are some spectacular and innovative gardens and new watersaving ideas to be gleaned from the owners.

Aromas Hills Artisans will be in the gardens, demonstrating and selling their wonderful art. The art mediums range from fused glass to hand-carved Santas, to ceramic sculpture, mosaics, silver jewelry, laser etchings, felted wool accessories, stained glass, bird-nesting boxes, artful succulents, fresh water pearl jewelry, collage, beaded jewelry, greeting cards, crochet & sun hats, oil paintings and books by local authors.

To reach the village of Aromas, from 101 take highway 129 west heading to Watsonville or from highway 1 take129 east heading to 101. Turn at the Rogee exit. Aromas sits at the corners of three counties (Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito).

In 1999 local artisans headed by a poet, formed the guild known as the Aromas

at the Aromas Grange. The guild plans events, supports and inspires fellow artists and shares new ideas and techniques.

Aromas is a well-kept secret, but we want to share our secret with you. Join Remember gardens close at 4 p.m.

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Community News

Pinwheels for Prevention Garden CASA of Santa Cruz County’s Volunteer Training To Begin May 3

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ASA of Santa Cruz County is drawing the community’s attention to National Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month with its Pinwheels for Prevention Garden at the CASA House in Watsonville. The blue pinwheel has become a national symbol for child abuse prevention and is a reminder that all children deserve a happy and safe childhood. children and youth in foster care that CASA hopes to serve this year,” said Jimmy Cook, CASA Program Manager. “All children need caring adults in their lives to stand up for them, and be their voice.” dependency (foster) care system at any given time in Santa Cruz County who were removed from their homes because of abuse or neglect. CASA trains, supervises and empowers volunteers to directly children and youth in foster care.

You do not have to be a lawyer or social

volunteer will be the one consistent adult presence in their lives. For many volunteers, CASA is a life-changing experience

CASA volunteer Advocates Martin Guerrero, Anne Olson, Patrick Keown, and Becky Emerson at the Pinwheels for Prevention Garden.

A CASA volunteer spends time with worker to volunteer as a Court Appointed Special Advocate. CASA volunteers are his or her child each week (2-4 hours on everyday people, trained by CASA and then appointed by judges to advocate support while helping the child rebuild for the safety of children who have been trust and self-esteem, as well as gathering removed from their homes because of information from everyone involved in abuse or neglect. Advocates speak up for the child’s case. Although there is a great the best interest of children and teens in need for bilingual and male volunteers, we the courtroom, in the classroom, and in the always encourage people from all cultures community. Advocates are fully supported and professions and of all ethnic and educational backgrounds to learn more.

For many children, their CASA that works in the best interests of the child.

as making a positive contribution in our community.

Volunteers must attend one information meeting and a screening interview before May 1 to be eligible to participate in the May Training.

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Concert & Dance Party Saturday April 30 at 7 p.m. 127 Hames Rd., Corralitos – $10 Donation

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coming up on Saturday April 30. Bruce Guynn (Gwinn) & Big Rain will be sharing the stage with Larry Hosford & Band. These are two wonderful songwriters with much industry success, for the Corralitos Cultural Center with dancing and drinks for all who attend.

Larry Hosford has been making music played for multiple Santa Cruz-area bands solo. He has written many fantastic songs and released seven albums. “My music is usually called country rock, but I feel our material expands the boundaries of that term” http://www.larryhosford.net/

Index.htm Bruce Guynn & Big Rain has worked with top Industry Producers sharing the stage with various big name artists. Tours have taken them to parts of the USA, receiving industry honors for Vocal Group of the Year, and “Crossover Artists of the Year,” two songs have landed at number one, and seven made it into the top ten on USA, and International music and radio charts. “I feel that music is the healing force” http://bruceguynn.com/ The Cultural Center provides a cozy

“St. John’s” from page 11 Faithful volunteers to this day receive and resell “clean, gently used items,” in good condition, donated by parishioners and community members. Robert Adams, a part-time manager,

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intimate performance venue with a great sound system and stage. It’s a comfortable relaxed place where you can enjoy the show and meet the artists. While working on a volunteer basis they are planning music, dance and creative arts programs for children and adults. The classes range from painting and ceramics to cooking and grams. The Center is available for teachers and community members who want to start new classes. The Art Center is also available for group events.

For more information please contact Bruce at New Coast Records, (831-685-8663) bruce@newcoastrecords.com (Corralitos Cultural Center) http://corralitoscultural.org/ corralitosmusic@gmail.com (831-724-1332)

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position. Volunteers come from the church and the community and are enthusiastic they receive from their time at the shop.

Besides providing quality clothing and small household provide smiles and listening ears for the many who drop in to visit and “pass the time of day.”

St. John’s Helpful Shop located in Capitola Village at 101 Monterey Ave. Tel: 831-475-0957

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Community News

Bay Federal Credit Union Awards Scholarships to Local Students CAPITOLA — Bay Federal Credit Union’s President and CEO, Carrie Birkhofer, announced the winners of its 2016 Education Scholarships in front of a crowd at the Credit Union’s Annual Meeting on March 29.

Cabrillo College’s Rosie Navarro, Aptos High School’s Madeleine Bol, and Harbor High School’s Elisa Avalos-Romero their educations. They were chosen from among 39 applicants.

Each year, Bay Federal awards scholarship money to students in the community who are pursuing their post-high school education at a college, university, or career-training school. Applicants submitted information about their academic and/or professional achievements, a statement about why they should receive

learned.

“We recognize incredible potential in these women,” Birkhofer said. “Each had her essay, and each has an established track record of commitment to ongoing education. We wish them the best of luck.”

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member who is pursuing their education while working at the Credit Union. This Wingert, Enterprise Program Manager.

From Left: Dawn Wingert, Madeleine Bol, Bay Federal Credit Union’s President and CEO Carrie Birkhofer, Rosie Navarro, Elisa Avalos-Romero School senior, plans to major in Psychology Who Are The Winners?

Dawn Wingert is earning her Mas- and become a social worker. ter’s in Psychology through Palo Alto University.

Madeleine Bol, an Aptos High School senior, will study Environmental Science at 60,000 members and 1,000 local businesses throughout Santa Cruz, San Benito, and the University of Chicago in the fall.

Rosie Navarro, a Cabrillo College Monterey counties. Since 2002, 100% of all student from Freedom, plans to transfer to employees have given their own money and volUCSC for a sociology degree.

Elisa Avalos-Romero, a Harbor High organizations, and community events.

Beware Scams: The IRS Does Not Call Taxpayers

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elephone scammers continue to call Santa Cruz County residents posing as IRS agents, demanding that consumers make immediate “late tax” possible jail. This scam is being reported nationwide and continues to trick many people into making payments to criminals. The Internal Revenue Service does not call taxpayers by phone to discuss tax payments.

If the number on your phone screen is not recognized, consumers are urged to let the call go to voice mail. Do not return the call if the person says that they are from the IRS.

Criminals use threats of arrest and jail time to coerce immediate payments by means of Western Union, Money Gram, wire transfers or pre-paid debit cards. Consumers receiving a call from someone claiming to be an IRS agent should immediately hang up.

Consumers should report these calls to the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration at 800-3664484 or at www.tigta.gov.

Consumers who have lost money to this scam should report

by clicking the Consumer Fraud tab or by calling the Santa Cruz County Consumer Fraud & Environmental Protection Unit at

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Local Sports

Golf and Give: Go Mariners!

By Brooke Holmquist

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here is a famous saying that goes “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.”

The Aptos Sports Foundation asks that you give, to support the youth of this community in the short term and in turn, improve your and your family’s quality of life for years to come in Aptos.

The annual Aptos Sports Foundation Golf Tournament is right around the corner, Friday, April 29 at the Seascape Golf Club, and there is no better time than this to make a life by giving.

You don’t have to be a pro to enjoy

the all-star lineup of food, drink and enterIf you want to sponsor a hole:

tournament tournament

Golf Club, start time 1:00pm

from Cilantros Mexican Restaurant Hannegan’s For more details go to aptossportsfoundation.com

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urrently, the Aptos Sports Foundation has several projects in the works and many teams in need of on our support.

Benches were installed for spectators and athletes on the Aptos High School tennis courts. Scoreboards are going up

for the high school softball and water polo teams.

In an important move for the safety of all athletes, the Foundation provided the extra funding to keep the athletic training program going at Aptos High School; which also means an athletic trainer will remain on site for all games and practices.

Finally, as Aptos High’s new baseball coaches try to bring their facilities back to life, the Foundation contributed to new protective screens and player equipment as well as other necessities for all three teams.

The Aptos Sports Foundation has years to improvements in facilities and programs, and there is still much to be done.

We could not do it without the amazing community support and we need you now more than ever! To play, sponsor a hole or donate to the Foundation please visit aptossportsfoundation.com

Aptos High School Scoreboard Baseball

Boys Golf

Boys Volleyball

Season Record: (6-6, SCCAL 2-2) Coach: Jason Biancardi St. Francis 7 – Aptos 4 (Apr 12, Away*) Leigh 10 – Aptos 9 (April 6, Hm) Aptos 12 – Mt. View 8 (Apr 1, Away)

Season Record: (9-1, SCCAL 7-0) Coach: Jamie Townsend Palma 180 – Aptos 205 (Apr 6, Laguna Seca GR) Aptos Stats: Max Meltzer 38, Santiago Renteria 39, Drew Stillwell 40, Noah

Season Record: (9-6, SCCAL 8-0) Coach: Jacob Landel Season Stats: Kills: Kolby Losik 20, Kacey Losik 18, Josh Townsend 12, Guy

Softball Season Record: (8-7, SCCAL 5-1) Coach: Phil Rojas Aptos 11 – Soquel 7 (Apr 12, Away*) Notre Dame 12 – Aptos 2 Aptos 14 – Harbor 0 (Mar 31, Away*) Aptos 5 – Stevenson 4 (Mar 30, Away) 20 / April 15th 2016 / Aptos Times

Aptos 213 – St. Francis 264 Aptos Stats (Co-Medalist) 40, Noah Clarke 43

Noah Eitzen 38, Kolby Losik 9 – Blocks: Christian Segura 8 Aptos def Scotts Valley (25-12, 25-12, 25-10) (Apr 12, Hm*) Aptos def Santa Cruz (3-0) (Mar 24, Hm*) (* = League Game)

Pianist Daria Kiseleva

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Another Rare Jewel In Aptos Keyboard Series A style became a real treat with its emotionally slow sections Rachmaninoff ’s “Variations on a Theme of Corelli from 1931 is based on an ancient Spanish slow dance. Daria easily brought out the composer’s nostalgia for old Russia As the opening slow dance is soon varied into sections played always with great expression but also with perfect control.

Ravel’s 1908 “Gaspard de la Nuit” opened with a magical, mystical “Ondine,” the water nymph conjured up glistening and shimmering under Daria’s hands. Then “Le Gibet,” a dim gallows scene, and concluded by the always aurally terrifying “Scarbo,” the macabre goblin conjured up in a perfectly gleeful sarcastic frenzy.

t St. Andrew Presbyterian Church in Aptos on April 3rd, pianist Daria Kiseleva gave yet another fine performance as Dr. Josef Sekon’s new series continues to thrive with only one Recital remaining of its inaugural season.

Not only did we hear Mozart, Rachmaninoff, Ravel and Ginastera, each played in a very different style by the young Russian-trained artist, she concluded with a strange but strangely familiar merry medley from the Nutcracker ballet as a ravishing encore.

Ungar — former director of the Van Cliburn Competition at Texas Christian — Daria demonstrated a steadiness and maturity.

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New Restrooms at Polo Grounds

By Zach Friend, County Supervisor 2nd District

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has been working on securing the

promised permanent restrooms at the Polo Grounds Park. The restrooms were part of the original master plan for the park from a few decades ago. Working in partnership with the Cabrillo Host Lions and County Parks we began working on a funding process that would include County funds as well as privately raised funds to build the restrooms. Additionally, after discussions with some of the sports leagues and community members that use the park, we heard that a concession stand would also be a helpful addition. make both a reality.

The 62-acre Polo Grounds Park often hosts hundreds of kids and parents over any given weekend playing on the baseball restroom options were portable restrooms that left much to be desired. I’ve heard from many parents that use the Polo Grounds that they knew the exact distance to local businesses in Aptos with restrooms

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— anything to avoid having their kids use the portables.

Last year, the Cabrillo Host Lions

the restrooms and concession stand. In this year’s budget, we were able to identify funding through state reimbursement funds, capital improvement funds and park funds to put together the majority of the amount needed. Once the funding was complete, the Parks Department installation. In February, the Board of Supervisors approved the contract with the Public Restroom Company for the installation of a public restroom and concession building and separate storage building (for Parks Department equipment) at the Polo Grounds.

At a recent Board meeting, the Board approved a solicitation of bids to also replace the deteriorated electrical service currently at that section of the park with a new service.

This will provide an upgraded power source into the restrooms and concession stand and that overall section of the park.

All of this work on the new permanent restrooms and concession stand are expected to be completed this summer - ready for the sports leagues and some of the busiest usage of the park. While the details of the new concession stand are still a fundraising opportunity for some of the leagues and others that use the park.

In the past year the Santa Cruz County Parks Department has done a number of upgrades to parks throughout the County Village Park. In this coming year’s budget community on prioritizing upgrades at other parks in the district.

As always, I’d love to hear your thoughts on parks issues or other district issues. Please feel free to call me at 454-2200.

Community News

Middle School Student Jessica Norris: Philanthropist For Arts Education

Arts Council Santa Cruz County is the Honored Recipient

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thing to be passionate about seems like a task to take on when you’re much older. It may be hard to balance a budding social life, a diverse curriculum as well as extra curricular activities. But for Jessica Norris, it wasn’t.

In fact, she gracefully found a way to intertwine all of her interests. Norris was a student in Kathleen Crocetti’s art class at Mission Hill Middle School in Santa Cruz and she stood out from other students.

Not only was Norris eager to learn, but community.

Croetti explained to Norris that though Mission Hill has a good art program, there are some students in Santa Cruz that don’t have art classes at their schools, usually due to budgeting issues. For many kids, the only way to receive arts education is through after school programs or outside of school. Norris immediately said “that’s wanted to do something about it, and with the progress she’s made thus far, it’s clear Jessica really means business.

“Jessica so impresses me,” Crocetti said.

Norris turned to SPECTRA teacher Kathleen Crocetti when looking for a way to fundraise, and she encouraged her to raise money for the Arts Council Santa Cruz County. Norris just wants other kids around Santa Cruz to have the same inspiration she does through art.

All of this fundraising took place

Jessica with her art teacher, Kathleen Crosetti

Jessica Norris’ art cards

during Youth Arts Month at Mission Hill Middle School, a time when art education is celebrated in various ways. This year, Norris took it upon herself to curate the Youth Art Month Show, matted and prepared the art, gathered the artists statements, wrote the press release, and essentially put the show on single handedly.

For Jessica, she wasn’t done making an impact just yet. For her Bat Mitzvah, she had to do a community service project and for her project, she chose to help her art teacher for Youth Arts Month, and raise money for arts education. She came up with the idea of creating some art cards to raise money to support the arts in education. Norris printed over 100 of them, presented the cards, and invited donations at her Bat Mitzvah luncheon.

She initially raised over $200 and Arts Council continues to receive donations in her honor.

It was important to Norris that she discuss art during her Bat Mitzvah because Tikun Olam is one of her Jewish

responsibilities and is about making the world a better place. She wants to do so through her artwork.

Jessica’s mother, Rachelle Norris is very proud of her daughter for being so ambitious, and for stepping out of her comfort zone. she’s a shy kid,” Rachelle said. “But being part of Kathleen’s class for the past few years has really inspired her.”

Jessica Norris is an enthusiastic student who is ardent about art, and is aware of the fact that arts in the public schools happen budget; when she is reminded of this fact, it angers her.

“It makes me angry and it is important to be angry about something that seems blatantly unfair. Think about a poor child in your school district who happens to be a very talented artist,” Norris said during a speech at her Bat Mitzvah. “This child should have the chance to take art classes in their school and not have to rely on

private art classes or private schools to provide this opportunity. If arts gets cut from the schools, then this child would not have that opportunity to do what they are passionate about.”

Arts Council Santa Cruz County is honored to be the recipient of Jessica’s philanthropic focus. As one of the largest funder of arts education in Santa Cruz County, Arts Council will ensure these funds support SPECTRA and Mariposa’s Art programs and work toward the day when every child in every classroom can experience the arts everyday. It’s through philanthropists like Jessica that Arts Council Santa Cruz County can promote, connect, and invest in the arts in order to stimulate creativity and vibrancy in Santa Cruz County.

Arts Council Santa Cruz County’s mission is to promote, connect, and invest in the arts in order to stimulate creativity and vibrancy in Santa Cruz County. Learn more at artscouncilsc.org.

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Community News

SLV Museum’s Fundraising Dinner & Auction BOULDER CREEK — Get your taste buds ready for a tantalizing Italian buffer dinner (Gluten-free entree also available) and your sense of fun for the excitement of an auction at Scopazzi’s Restaurant in Boulder Creek on Friday, April 22 as the San Lorenzo Valley Museum Hosts its Popular Fundraising Dinner.

Auction items include Mount Hermon Sequoia Adventure course, entertainment packages, family packages, restaurant certificates, artisan works by local artisans, whalewatching tour, and wine-tasting tours.

The event’s proceeds will benefit

the San Lorenzo Valley Museum. “This is a fun, eagerly anticipated annual event that generates much-needed funds that go toward keeping so many of the museum’s programs on a donations basis, such admittance to the museum instead of charging an entrance fee so anyone can enjoy the exhibits and learn about our community’s history” said Lynda Phillips, the museum’s executive director.

She explains that the funds also sponsor local historian lectures about San Lorenzo Valley history, underwrite school field trips, bring in traveling exhibits from nationally recognized and local museums, and host family activities.

Evening Program – Dinner and auction Tickets door Purchase your advance tickets at the museum or through their website: www. slvmuseum.com

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For more information, call 831-338-8382 or visit the museum website.

The San Lorenzo Valley Museum resides in a historic 1906 church in Boulder Creek with a mission of preserving and sharing the history of the San Lorenzo Valley

programs.

It is solely funded by members, sponsors and grants from the community. For more information, call 831-338-8382 or go to www. slvmuseum.com.

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For more information, contact Trista Drake at 831-662-0511 Knights of Columbus Donates $2400 to Hope Services in Aptos o raise the $2400 presented on April 11 the Knights of Columbus held collection drives the weekend of

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and the Safeway at Rancho Del Mar Center in Aptos and the Safeway in Soquel on 41st Drive. “One hundred

percent of what we collect goes to Hope Services,” said Grand Knight Patrick McMenamy, “There are no administrative fees whatsoever. Our local council at Resurrection covers the cost of the Tootsie Rolls that we give away to the folks who walk by our teams. A lot of people refer to this as the Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive.”

The Knights of Columbus will also will be doing a Resurrection Parish Drive on the weekend of April of Northern California. “We expect from these donations,” said McMenamy, “Again we’ll be giving away Tootsie Rolls.”

From Left: The Knights making the presentation to Jeff, a client of Hope Services, are Patrick McMenamy, Grand Knight; Brian Doyle, First Degree Knight; and Paul T. Buse, Financial Secretary

Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Briefs Annoying or Molesting a Child in Aptos t was brought to my attention today that there was talk of an attempt kidnapping in Aptos. The event in question occurred on N. Polo Drive, Aptos, near

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p.m., two Hispanic adult males in a car, only described as a black sedan, tried talk to them. As the girls walked away, the males followed on foot asking the girls to talk to them.

The girls ran and called 911. One of the males was described as wearing a black jacket, black jeans and a white t-shirt.

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driven pilot program in Aptos. Our trained volunteers will come to your home and conduct an inspection geared to make your home less vulnerable to crime. The volunteers will provide homeowners with suggestions to improve the security of their homes to avoid burglary, ID theft, among other crimes. If you are interested, please contact Sgt. Patrick Dimick via email at

Patrick.Dimick@santacruzcounty. us for more details or to schedule an inspection. This program will be available throughout all the unincorporated areas of the county in June of 2016.

Sergeant Patrick Dimick, Santa Cruz

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The Book Bag

By Robert Francis

The Crown Affair

Get Out of My Bath!

By Joe Dumpty (as told to Jeanie Franz Ransom)

By Britta Teckentrup Nosy Crow/Candlewick. $15.99 llie, a little elephant, loves splashing around in her bath but suddenly she has a problem. She is having so much fun making waves that pretty soon other animals want to share in the fun.

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Charlesbridge. $18.95 oung readers are invited to join private investigator Joe Dumpty as he tackles a case that centers around a missing crown that could disrupt the annual Gooseland Games.

Jack, part of the Jack and Jill duo, has fallen and lost his crown and now it is up to that hardboiled detective,

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the missing piece of glitter.

There are plenty of suspects in Mother Gooseland but Joe has to contend with a tight timeline because the crown is the centerpiece of the awards ceremony at the annual games.

Who could the thief be? Jack Sprat, Jack B. Nimble, Little Jack Horner, and Jack Beanstalk all are at the top of the list but Joe will need some help determining which one of them, if any, is the guilty party.

Plenty of silly word play, excellent illustrations and a storyline that features solid plot development and content make this a picture book that young readers will

a tiger join in. Now that’s not good. The bath is getting very

sharing with friends.

series is destined to be another classic.

As usual, the characters’ facial expressions and body language indicate the emotions they are undergoing as the story develops and this time Mo Willems has outdone himself in capturing some priceless moments as Piggie and Gerald delve into the glories of slop!

I Really Like Slop!

A Surprise for Tiny Mouse

An Elephant & Piggie Book

when it comes time to indulge in this special feast.

Naturally, since her best friend is Gerald the Elephant, Piggie wants

By Petr Horacek Candlewick Press. $8.99 iny mouse loves changes in the weather.

She likes to nibble wheat in the sunshine, watch wind blow crackly leaves, and hop across the crunchy frost on a cold night.

When it snows the little mouse loves it when the

for a king!

On the other hand, poor Gerald isn’t so sure he is ready to sample this porcine delicacy. In fact, he has grave misgivings but relents when, after declining a taste, it appears he has hurt Piggy’s feelings.

After giving the slop a try, Gerald’s response is “URK!” and although he admits he didn’t really enjoy the taste, he explains that’s what friends do for friends.

This latest book in the wonderful

her nose. What she doesn’t really care for, though, is wet weather. If it rains the little mouse runs for her hole and hides. But even the rain has an upside. After the showers pass a lovely rainbow appears and that is always something the little mouse enjoys looking at.

This board book for youngsters up to three years of age features a wheel on the final pages that, when turned, brings the colorful rainbow into sight. With

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its colorful illustrations this little book will not only heighten awareness of the various changes in weather but the wheel will also stimulate coordination.

Petr Horacek’s picture books are very appealing to toddlers and this one is no exception. “A Surprise for Tiny Mouse” will quickly become one of your child’s favorite books at story time.

One Gorilla: A Counting Book

By Anthony Browne Candlewick. $7.99 ig bold illustrations are featured in this board book that invites toddlers to count a range of animals. The primates pictured here range from single gorilla, two orangutans and three chimpanzees to half a dozen gibbons, seven spider monkeys and ten lemurs.

Not only will the child have fun counting the various critters but older readers can also identify

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A sturdy binding means this book will hold up to continual wear and, no doubt, this will soon become one of your child’s or grandchild’s favorite books.

mouse also jumps in.

“There are too many animals in this bath! Ellie’s had enough. She shouts, ‘Get out of my bath!’”

The interlopers all leave the bath but there’s no water left either. What’s Ellie going to do now? Since she is an elephant she uses her trunk to remedy the situation.

Now she can return to have a leisurely bath!

The ideal bath time book for children three years of age and older, this cute picture book will prepare the way for your child’s nightly bath and make the youngster ready for the evening ritual.

Evermore Dragon

By Barbara Joosse Illustrated by Randy Cecil Candlewick Press. $15.99 irl and Dragon are friends. One of their favorite games is playing Hideand-Seek but, unfortunately, one day Girl was a little

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a clever hidey-hole to hide herself in.

Not only could the clever dragon also discovered she way home. She was lost in the forest. What a terrible predicament!

Would Dragon be able to hear the child’s cries and the thumping of her heart? That’s a good question that you’ll discover the answer to when you read this delightful picture book about two very unlikely friends.

Chanting “Evermore, evermore, I am his good friend. He also successfully illustrates the tight bond that holds them together and makes them so close.

Nancy Leung, D.D.S., M.S.

Business Profile

Orthodontist and her Smile Crew

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r. Nancy Leung accepted a work-study assignment at the Oral Microbiology Testing Laboratory at USC School of Dentistry as an undergraduate. That’s where she found a way to combine her love of science and art.

Now having earned a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Southern California and holding a Certificate in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics from the University of Minnesota, Dr. Leung’s profession is her passion. She opened office in Aptos in 2012.

Orthodontics is the combination of function and esthetics. By adjusting teeth into proper alignment, it allows improvement in speech, mastication, and esthetics.

It is important to deal with potential jaw problems early in life.

The American Association of Orthodontics recommends children have an evaluation at about the age of seven.

With an early evaluation, Dr. Leung can usually determine if there is need for intervention.

Paths to a more beautiful and functional smile begins with the goals of a correct alignment of the teeth and jaws. Sometimes, orthodontic treatment is necessary prior to dental restorations including crowns, bridges, and implants. Dr. Leung works closely with her patient’s dentist as a team to ensure a successful outcome in their bite and eventual restorations.

Dr. Leung’s Smile Crew follows environmental practices by using digital x-rays to limit radiation exposure and digital charting. Digital x-rays and photographs her patient’s teeth are easy to share, available immediately, and allow patients to be involved in their own dental care.

Overhead screens provide the patient a relaxing view from the dental chair to see the recommended procedure at their initial appointment.

Patients of all ages gain confidence in previewing the procedures and learning how they will reach the final results.

Dr. Leung’s Treatment Coordinator will also explain the appropriate care options available to help patients understand

the Smile Crew with Dr. Nancy Leung (center with gray scarf)

and achieve success. It’s important to Dr. Leung that the patient’s first visit is thorough for everyone to understand the problems presented and what needs to be done.

After getting their braces on, a Hygiene Kit highlights the team’s effort with the latest processes of brushing and flossing. Guided brushing at the office is a service provided to both adults and children. To encourage proper hygiene and appliance care, patients can win raffle tickets for fun prizes both for the young and the young at heart.

Patient treatments available include comprehensive treatment, early child interceptive treatment (Phase I, Phase II), and adult orthodontic treatment. Dr. Leung also

Invisalign clear aligners. Additionally, orthognathic surgery is available to correct conditions of the jaw and face related to structure, TMJ disorders, malocclusion, or other orthodontic problems that cannot be easily treated with braces alone. Dr. Leung also treats patients with special needs.

Dr. Leung is a member of Smiles Change Lives and Give Kids a Smile, two national organizations donating orthodontic services to children from lower-income families needing treatment. She is also available to local

schools to talk about dental health including nutrition or oral hygiene instructions.

and Watsonville to accommodate patients’ schedules. The Smile Crew is accepting new 9515 Soquel Drive, Suite #103 in Aptos and at 56 Penny Lane, Suite B, in Watsonville.

Visit Dr. Leung’s website at www.SmileCrewOrtho.com or call for an appointment at 831.722.5022.

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Community Calendar

Aptos Chamber of Commerce

lifetime of impact for a child who has been abused or neglected.

More info www.casaofsantacruz.org or call

it places 126 of its members in jobs, and we can help you too.

Ongoing workshops will cover resume writing, communication, and interview skills.

Sunday May 15 First Mondays: 2-3 p.m., For more information, call Swing into Spring in Watsonville profile at (831) 479-0393 or 3:00-5:30 p.m., Best Western Second Tuesdays: 5:30-7 p.m. visit www.santacruzprofile.org.

Seacliff Inn, Aptos in Capitola elebrate the Aptos Third Wednesdays: 5:30-7 p.m. Business Debtors Anonymous History Museum’s 10th in Watsonville 5:15-6:30pm, Calvary Episcopal Anniversary with a “Roaring Third Thursdays: 2-3 p.m.

Church, Parish Hall, 532 Center 20’s” themed silent auction, in Santa Cruz Street, Santa Cruz jazz music, and prizes for Third Fridays: 12-1 p.m. best costume if you choose in Aptos recovering from debting on to “dress up.” Continue one’s business.

Mondays the night with dinner at For more information: 831-425Severino’s across the street Caregiver Support Group 3272 from the museum. You will 12-1 p.m., PAMF, 2850 Commercial not want to miss out on this Crossing, Santa Cruz Orientations to Become fun night! atz Cancer Center, PAMF Advocates for Children Cost: $25, benefits the Aptos and Hospice of Santa Cruz ASA volunteer Advocates History Museum County invite you to attend a Caregiver Support Group for specialized training. Court Wednesday May 18 those caring for someone with a appointed special advocates are Golf Tournament — Shotgun serious illness. everyday people that, with just When a loved one is seriously a few hours a week can have a 1:00 p.m., Seascape Golf ill, it can be a challenge for the Course lifetime of impact for a child who entire family. In this ongoing olfers dust off those has been abused or neglected. support group, we will share clubs, business owners If you would like to participate stories, learn tools for coping enjoy a day team building, vendors enjoy a business day and receive support from people contact cita@casaofsantacruz. who care. out on the green. The day org or (831) 761-2956 includes entertainment on the Contact Hospice of Santa Cruz course, networking with other County Grief Support Program. Wednesdays business professionals in the (831) 430-3078

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area, lunch, snacks, drinks, prizes, and ends with an award ceremony dinner.

Cost: sponsorships available

Announcements Nar-Anon

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hat is co-dependency? What is enabling? What is this insanity?

Am I the only one who feels this way?

Join Nar-Anon, a world wide fellowship of relatives and friends by someone else’s addiction. Three meetings are now being held in Santa Cruz County, on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Fridays.

For a meeting near you call (888) 374-1164 or email saveyoursanity@aol.com Visit www.naranoncalifornia.org/ norcal/meetings for more info.

Ongoing Events Weekdays

CASA Orientations to Become Advocates for Children

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ASA empowers volunteers

children in foster care. Court appointed special advocates are everyday people that, with just a few hours a week can have a

12:00-1:00p.m. Rio Sands Hotel, 116 Beach Drive Invisible/Alienated ome join a dynamic, Grandparents Support Group supportive group of people 4:-5:30p.m. at all levels of experience from ed by Dr. Pat Hanson author of beginners to more advanced.

Invisible Grandparents: Leave We’re here to help you discover a Legacy of Love Whether You your voice and share it effecCan Be There or Not this will be tively. Everyone is welcome! a safe structured environment for Follow us on Facebook: Facebook. sharing stories if you so choose, com/AptosNoonToastmasters or and learning healthy ways to deal more info: (831) 236-1171 with separation from anyone.

Co-sponsored by Alienated Grandparents Anonymous www. Second Wednesdays Santa Cruz Sons in Retirement AGA-FL.org a national organiMonthly Meeting zation that provide information and support to grandparents who Noon, Elks Lodge at 150 Jewell feel alienated or estranged to their St. his statewide group of retired grandchildren. men invites you to be our Questions: pat@invisiblegrand guest at our monthly luncheon. parent.com (831) 601-9195 You’ll meet kindred spirits, have a fine lunch and learn something Tuesdays and Sundays new from a top notch guest Cypress Health Santa Cruz speaker.

April Massage Clinic Call Greg Horne at (831) 6841-5 p.m.

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First Baptist Church Bible Study

9:45 a.m: Bible Study 11 a.m.: Worship 2:45pm, 2045 40th Ave. Clares 7565 Sunset Way, Aptos irst Baptist Church of Aptos St. Capitola welcomes you to join their bible eed help finding a job? Join study and worship every Sunday.

PROFILE of Santa Cruz.

Its free and it works. Last year Call (831) 688-5842 for more info

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Dated Events Saturday April 16

Save Our Shores Earth Day Celebration

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elebrate Earth Day with community action. Join Save Our Shores for educational beach and river cleanups throughout Santa Cruz and Monterey County.

More info: www.saveourshores. org/earth-day

Tuesday April 19 28-Day Vegan Detox

6:30 p.m. nergize your body, clean out toxins and lose belly fat by participating in a 28 day detox program led by Dr. Carol Shwery.

In person and online support.

For more information, go to www.

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call at (831) 476-6906

Wednesday April 20 Vision Capitola

6:30p.m., Workshop 7-9 p.m., Jade Street Community Center

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ision Capitola is a grassroots community effort, gathering and recording community input to visualize the future of Capitola. Participate in person, online or by mail.

Cost: FREE. More information at www.visioncapitola.com.

will be looking for you at the 1301 Main Street, Watsonville ajaro Valley Shelter Expo!

Sponsorship opportunities are Services’ Benefit Fundraiser available, so call the Chamber returns. First race starts at office today at 724-3900.

Online Race Registration: Planning Ahead for Peace of www.pvshelter.org, Or call: Mind at the 1st United Methodist Church, 229 Stanford Street, CA 95076 More info Advance Directive Consultation Watsonville, at www.hospicesantacruz.org pr Thursday May 12 reregistration is required. Call (831) 430-3000 Business Luncheon to register. At the Church of 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Watsonville Elk’s Lodge 121 220 Elk Street, Santa Cruz, CA Tuesday April 26 Martinelli St, Watsonville Aptos Branch Sons in ome and meet CongresMore info at www.hospice Retirement Luncheon santacruz.org pr (831) 430-3000 sional candidates, Jimmy 11:30 a.m., Severino’s Panetta and Casey Lucius at Restaurant an informative forum on topics Thursday April 21 ick Deutch will show that will affect you and your Business Expo slides and talking about 4 - 7 p.m., Santa Cruz County the history and construction of business.

Tickets are $35 for Fairgrounds Machu Piccu in Peru. members/$40 non-members. he Business Expo is right Call Jim for more info: (831) For reservations, call the around the corner and we 708-4133 Chamber office at 724-3900. want YOU to showcase your business! Mark your calendar Sunday May 8 and join us at the Santa Cruz Monday June 20 32nd Annual Mother’s Day County Fairgrounds. Reserve The Longest Day Run for Shelter your booth space today Alzheimers Walk because your future customers 7:00-10:15 am, Ramsay Park, More Details to follow

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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

Arts and Entertainment

friendly. Class takes place every Thursday Night at our new home in La Selva Beach! (Take Mar Monte off of 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.

Adult Mixed Level Hip Hop

7:15-8:15pm, Deer Park Plaza Suite 53 Volunteers Needed for the ome and dance for the love Monterey Symphony of movement and learn he Monterey Symphony is the principles of culture of seeking volunteers. If you love contemporary hip hop. This class music and want to be involved, will awaken your inner attitude with loud, heart-pumping beats www.montereysymphony.org for and dramatic choreography. more information.

Classes are $12-$15. For more info visit www.ceodanceco.com

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Second Monday each month

Last Thursdays each month

Monthly Argentine Tango at Star Bene Italian/Argentine Restarante

Stitchers By The Sea Meetings

4:30pm-9:30pm, Star Bene 7 p.m., Volunteer Center of Santa Italian/Argentene Restarante, Cruz, 1740 17th Ave., Santa Cruz 21245 East Cliff Dr. his is a night for true “Social 95062 Tango.” Order a wonderful titchers-by-the-Sea, the local meal from the Star Bene chapter of the Embroiderers’ Argentine Menu, (or their well Guild of America, holds regular meetings open to the public each known italian menu), and enjoy the ambiance of Argentina and month. No admission fees. join us in a social tango dance to music from the Golden Age Tuesdays of Tango.

BINGO 6:30 p.m. Santa Cruz Elks Lodge, Private instruction and classes by arrangement. For more 150 Jewell St. information, call Michael (831) osted by Soquel Sports 239-2247.

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BAND (2263) for information about booking the band for Second Saturdays Each Month www.soquelsports.com

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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. FREE

Sundays

11a.m.-3p.m., Ag History Project Center at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Thursdays oin us every 2nd Saturday Lucky Steppers Modern on the Farm for free family Square Dance activities. Each month we select 6:30 pm, La Selva Beach Cluba new theme to highlight hishouse, 314 Estrella Ave., La Selva torical agriculture with games, Beach, CA 95076 activities, and demonstrations t’s fun and easy to do! that relate. We often have guest Friendship put to music; family appearances from farm animals

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Piano Brunch at Zizzo’s Coffee & Wine Bar

Sisters of Santa Cruz County. All proceeds from this event directly support youth mentoring services 11a.m.-2p.m. isten to live piano music at our in this county. piano bar while enjoying your Contact Big Brothers Big Sisters brunch with a mimosa or lavender of Santa Cruz County at 831-4648691 for more infornation. bubbles.

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Second Sundays Each Month

Downtown Santa Cruz Antique Street Fair

9:00am-4:00pm, Lincoln St.

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he “Original” Downtown Antique Faire is back!

Vendors offer an eclectic blend of antiques and unique items.

Come and check it out! Browse through a wide assortment of treasures including books and photographs, vintage jewelry, clothing, glass and ceramic collectibles, vintage hawaiian kitsch, turquoise, original artwork, and a whole lot of whatnot!

For more info, please contact us at (831) 476-6940 or visit us on Facebook.

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troll the century old half-mile wharf and soak up the smooth, solid jazz, perfect spring weather and boogie and swing while enjoying scenic views, shopping, dining and recreation.

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ts the 26th annual running of the duckies. Watch the plastic

annual Omega Nu fundraiser at Harvey West Park. There are lots scholarship funds and local

Science Sunday

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

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Dated Events Saturday April 16 Earth Day Santa Cruz

Your eccentricity is on display to start April, and although most of your friends know you as the conventional (or conservative) one, their eyes will get wide and they’ll scratch their heads when mid-month, and the worst words you can mutter are “I don’t care.” Replace self-indulgent to ignore the bumps in the road as the month comes to a close, but chances are that you can’t just drive over them. “Where there’s a will, there’s a way” should be your personal motto.

Gemini (May 22-June 21)

Is there a good reason you’re being so stubborn as the month begins? At least give other people’s opinions and suggestions a chance. Your dreams have special meaning later that week, and if you’re interested in lucid dreaming, these are perfect days to try it out or work on perfecting your method.

You take a lot of pleasure in learning later in the month, and your favorite pastimes are probably reading, doing online research, or taking a class. You can be kind of condescending late in April when a friend comes to you with a dilemma, but the truth is you could be in their very same position if

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

You feel safely tucked away in your comfortable shell early in the month, and there’s very little you want to step outside of it for. You’re tempted to do something totally out of character mid-April, but at the same time you don’t want to blow a chance at something you’ve been working toward for a while now. Is it worth it? Maybe. You’re really proud of the way you maintain the long-term relationships in your life, but late in the month something threatens to break up one of those important

Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)

You’re hot about the latest fad to start the month, and you want everyone else to jump on the same bandwagon. Problem is, your friends and family might be just a little tired of hearing about all of get to rub elbows with the beautiful people mid-month, and it really comes as no surprise how well could show the world what you’re capable of.

Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)

You always strive for quality over quantity, but as April begins it’s possible to have it all. Just don’t neglect the people who made it all possible for you to be where you are right now. You’re really feeling yourself later in the month, and why not?! Your talents are obvious, so why not Because you are the king or queen of your very own kingdom. It feels so good to be triumphant after so many recent defeats. The rest of the world seems like it’s in fast-forward at the end of the month, but you’re content to stay in the slow lane and move at your own pace. You’ve got this.

Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)

Feeling a little disheartened as April begins? Disappointed that things aren’t working out the a lot going on underneath the surface as you move into the month, but you’re skimming along and take a closer look, or are you cool with not knowing the teeny tiny details? You rationalize things easily at the end of the month, but the heart still wants what it wants. Very few people can have their cake and it eat too. How full is your plate?

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

take your frustrations out on oblivious friends and bystanders. You have a problem with motivation

Monterey Bay Rose Society 36th Annual Rose Show

always a fabulous secret-keeper, but you’ll probably feel an even stronger urge to keep other people’s confessions locked inside your vault later in the month. You put a whole new spin on the phrase ‘your secret’s safe with me!’ There are hazards in the road ahead as April comes to a close, but you’re ready to throw caution to the wind when it comes to pursuing your dreams.

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he roses on display are home-grown by our members and are judged by our ARS Northern California-NevadaHawaii judges. You will find a wide selection of rose varieties, of every color and many are very fragrant. We even offer a non-member category for those wanting to share their roses.

Members will be available to answer any and all of your rose questions.

Contact Janey’ Leonardich at 8317227958 or sweeete940@ gmail.com for more infornation

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Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

Listening to other people talk about ‘the good old days’ puts you in a sentimental mood early the month. Do you really miss the way things used to be, or are you just unhappy with the way things are now? You talk a great game as April moves on, but you might as well admit (to yourself if no one else) that you aren’t actually ready to make your move. Yet. The conventional way looks like your best choice near the end of the month, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still be yourself. Find a way to add your own unique twist while still coloring within the lines. If anyone can do it, you can.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

You love it when a good plan comes to fruition, like one does to start the month. Now that all of your strategies are in place, you’re on your way to ruling the world! You dabble in the arts quite successfully later in the week, and the people who know you best might be surprised to see what you’re able to create. You hear about some really cool ideas, concepts and theories through the grapevine mid-month, but without being able to verify them from their source, it’s best not to act on any of them. When you get the outcome

Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)

You aren’t really one to follow guidelines or rules, but you seem to know which boundaries are and aren’t okay to cross as April begins. Wacky inventions and far-out theories are part of your charm on the later in the month; they could connect you with a new love interest and/or land you your dream job. Negotiations and compromise are just part of the deal mid-month, and although you happen to love a good bargaining session, you aren’t really in the mood to give up too much of what you consider to be yours. You’re overtaken with the profoundness of the moment when something miraculous happens near the end of the month, but when you look around to see if anyone else saw what you saw, there’s no one there.

Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)

to know which direction to turn. Step out of your comfort zone long enough to entertain out-of-the-box ideas and suggestions. Later in the month bring great days to embrace something new, like eating at a new

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in the month, and you’ll do just about anything for your best friend or close family member. Feeling taken

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Trying to have any original thoughts is challenging as the month begins since all you want to do is play follow the leader. The more often you’re able to come to your own conclusions, though, the better. Important females cross your path mid-month, and if you need any advice about family or close relationships, sisters, moms, grandmas, and trusted women friends are the best people to go to. Late April is a great time to start new traditions, especially if you’ve been looking to make a fresh start. It takes a while to form a new habit, so don’t be too hard on yourself if you can’t change an unwanted behavior right away. Keep the long-term in focus.

San Lorenzo Park njoy live music, arts and crafts booths, compost work- from Ramsay Park, with races shops, electric vehicle showcase, recycled fashion and more at this Online Race Registration: www. annual event. pvshelter.org Or call: 831-728For more info: www.ecocruz.com

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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: A Theme for Investors

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n April 22, we observe Earth Day. Like many people, you might participate in some activities to help the health of our planet. But you can also do some things to improve your personal investment environment.

In fact, you might want to follow a key environmental theme: reduce, reuse, recycle.

How can these elements be applied to investing? Here are some ideas: Reduce — You don’t want to investment decisions that will ultiall. For example, if you are constantly buying and selling investments, you may be hurting yourself in a few different ways.

First, by not holding investments for at least a year before selling them, you may have to pay taxes on shortterm capital gains at a rate that’s probably going to be higher than the

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long-term rate, which would apply if you held the investments at least a year before selling.

Second, by always buying and selling, you could pay more in trading costs.

T h i r d , some investments simply need to be held for the long term before they will show positive results. excessive buying and selling can make it hard for you to follow a consistent, longterm investment strategy. So if you do trade frequently, consider reducing your activity.

Reuse — You don’t have to look techniques being promoted by someone. Many of these strategies have exotic-sounding names, such as “Dogs of the Dow” or “Range Trading.” These techniques may have some validity, but, unfortunately, some investors zigzag from one to another, hoping to eventually

success.

You need to develop, and reuse year after year, an investment strategy created just for you, based on your individual needs, goals, comfort with risk and investing time horizon. Of course, you may well need to adjust this strategy over time “adjusting” isn’t the same as “abandoning.” Sticking with a long-term, — and less stressful — way of purRecycle — When you put money in some investments, you don’t just make a one-time payment and then when you sell – you can actually “recycle” your investment earnings and put them to good use.

To illustrate: If you invest in dividend-paying stocks, you can typically sign up for a dividendreinvestment plan and, as the name suggests, reinvest the dividends back into the stock. This is an easy and ownership – and increasing ownership in any investment can be an important ingredient for successful investing.

You can recycle investment dollars in other ways, too. If you own that provide you with regular interest payments, you can place this money

that may exist in your portfolio.

Reduce, reuse, recycle – it’s a theme that has resonated in the environmental movement, and it can serve as a useful guideline for evaluating your investments.

Courtesy Edward Jones Investments – Julie K. Tauriainen, AAMS® Financial Advisor – Heidi Bohn, Branch Suite D Aptos. Tel # 831-662-4565, Email: Heidi.Bohn@edwardjones.com

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Mature Pet for a Mature Home

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ali is back after her owner had to move out of state and couldn’t take her. As with any older cat put into a strange new situation, she has been shy, quiet, and somewhat nervous in her new surroundings. As she has adjusted, we’ve seen spurts of the energetic girl that she will be once she’s settled and comfortable again. With familiar people, she likes attention and loves to play with a feather.

Because of her age she’ll need a mature home where she can be a regular easy going older cat. She will demand love when she wants it and go away when she does not. Cali has lived with other cats and a dog, so we feel she might do well in a home with other pets.

Cali is a spayed female calico domestic shorthair. She has been at the shelter since Feb. 11, 2016.

To adopt your new friend, come to Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter 2200 Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter has two full-service, open-admission shelters: Santa Cruz Location

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