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are you a VeteRan searching for a Job? are you a spouse of a Veteran, or family of a Veteran, or Friend of a Veteran? this Job Fair is for you!

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he County of Santa Cruz is pleased to announced the Federal Highway administration has approved an approximately $4 million repair plan for a segment of Valencia Road closed by winter storm damage.

With approval in hand, the County must now determine a work schedule. agencies over plan details to achieve the quickest possible timeline, and will provide an update when those negotiations have concluded. there is currently no estimated completion date. the closure, which led to the relocation of Valencia elementary School and impacted thousands of motorists,

immediate response and repair. overall, the 2016-17 winter storms have caused more than $70 million in road damage at 170 separate locations. the County thanks our partners at the FHWa and Caltrans for their attention to this urgent matter. the County also thanks residents for their patience, persistence and assistance in obtaining this speedy approval. “this is an example of community partnership at its best – residents joined Works and state and federal agencies to make sure this happened,” Supervisor Zach Friend said. “now we need to make sure construction is expedited, and we will continue to impress upon our partner agencies the need for that to happen.”

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Freedom Rotary’s Casino Night Returns with Mardi Gras Theme WATSONVILLE — For its 33rd annual Casino night fundraiser, the Freedom Rotary Club is bringing new orleans to the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds with a Mardi Gras-themed event on Saturday, March 18 from 6:30 — 10:30 p.m. attendees can try their hand at roulette, blackjack, craps music by Brave Mystics, $100 in player chips and a no host bar. there will be a

a San Francisco Giants game the night of the event. new this year will be the VIP Poker tournament. the $75 pass includes early entry to Casino night with winner prizes.

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Still, the majority of people who visit these precious “underwater parks” are

complicated native and euro-american history of the land.”

Shores (SoS), continues to increase Marine Protected area awareness through their Second annual Waves & Wildlife Photo Contest.

2016 contest winner and Santa Cruz local, Irene Reti, reminds the Monterey Bay community that MPas “are essential for protecting the biodiversity of the California coast… and the creatures that inhabit this amazing place on our planet.” Reti spent the majority of the 1980s as a uCSC student leading tours at the año nuevo State Reserve, a popular MPa destination on the

passion for año nuevo State Reserve is expressed through photography and as an oral historian at the uCSC

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“I fell in love with that wild peninsula and the mysterious island beyond,” recalls Reti, “the resilient elephant seals that in breed amid the willows and sand dunes,

History Project. Her winning photo of an elephant seal pup and mother is a perfect example of what the Waves & Wildlife Photo Contest is all about.

“I still love to visit año nuevo. now I bring my Canon camera,” Reti explains. “through that lens, I draw much closer to the seals than is otherwise possible. I try to enter their world as much as is possible. I was delighted to see this mother seal touch noses with her very young pup and feel incredibly lucky to have photographed this intimate moment between two wild creatures.”

In the spirit of coastal love, the Waves & Wildlife Photo Contest will excite outdoor enthusiasts and artists who enjoy exploring and interacting with the Monterey Bay in fun and responsible

Bridges, diving through kelp forests at Point Lobos or dodging giant elephant seals as they compete for territory at año nuevo, there are so many MPas to capture the experience with a camera.

Save our Shores wants to inspire people to learn more about Marine Protected areas and their ecological significance by sharing user-submitted photos showcasing MPa beauty and biodiversity. Last year, SoS pulled from more than 300 submissions to the photo contest, using #MPamondays on social media and launching a month long “best-of” exhibit in partnership with the Sanctuary exploration Center in Santa Cruz.

Contestants are encouraged to submit their best pictures for a chance to win whale watching tours, prizes from Patagonia, and the chance to become a Save our Shores featured photographer for 2017-2018 as Irene Reti has become for her incredible submissions in 2016.

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County Highlights Local Road Issues For Lawmakers

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ith winter storms causing $70 million in damages to local roads, the County of Santa Cruz has launched a “greeting card” campaign to urge lawmakers across the State to move forward with funding proposals to improve local road conditions across California. tributed to the overall poor condition of local roads in Santa Cruz County.

With hundreds of millions in unmet funding needs and a Pavement Condition Index of below 50 (poor), added funds could help the County prevent further damages in subsequent years through increased maintenance and improvement projects.

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to reduce the size of our roads crews,” said. “they did amazing work to during the storms to clear and stabilize roads, but we have long-term funding issues

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increase funding for local roads across the state by $2.2 billion annually, with added funding for the County and local cities as follows: City/County Annual Funding

the Legislature to step up and help local communities.” the County is seeking emergency State and federal funding to repair at least 170 separate damage incidents, including several exceeding $1 million.

With Gov. Jerry Brown having set an april 6 deadline for any deal, all 120 members of the State assembly and Senate will receive one of a set of six cards, each one urging them to reach an agreement on road funding. In particular, Senate Bill 1 and assembly Bill 1 would

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and more. Many major routes have been inaccessible by vehicle and one elementary school was forced to move. at one point, more than 60 local roads were closed by storm damage, along with every state highway into Santa Cruz County.

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of residents to get to work and school, impacted emergency response times and disrupted commercial activity.

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Santa Cruz County Veterans’ Job Fair a R re you a VETERAN searching for a Job? are you a spouse of a Veteran, or family of a Veteran, or Friend of a Veteran? this Job Fair is for you!

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Veterans Job Fair Veterans Mem 846 Front Stre Schedule of Events: - Resume building class (Learn how to take your Military occupation and translate that into desired job skills – 2 hour class) - Resume Review one-on-one (By appointment only – sign up in the Resume building class) Mock Interviews – Veterans Job Fair – Show up in your casual business interview attire with resume in hand and meet the employers ready to hire you.

Some of the Businesses and Veteran Services to meet job seekers include:

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Veterans Services Job Fairs What To Do Before, During and After Before repare a packet that includes a resume and short bio. Summarize highlights of your military service—in civilian terms.

Include a photograph.

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casual. avoid wearing jeans, t-shirts or military fatigues.

Read up on participating companies so you can speak intelligently about how your skills align with their missions. Some industries — like transportation — have aging workforces and are looking for workers.

During eep an open mind.

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electric utility, but there may be a department that directly been doing in the military.

Remember this is still a job interview. you may not be in a traditional setting, but you are being evaluated. Conduct yourself as you would in an interview. people that you may forget important about each recruiter.

After econnect with recruiters. Get your notebook out so you can remember

impressed at your level of recall, attention to detail and interest in them. thank them for the time they took to attend the job fair and ask for next steps in the interview process.

Polishing Your Resume ere are some tips on highlighting your skills and qualities, and a few other pointers about presenting your professional history.

Include only what will earn you a seat at the interview table. use judgment to mention only w h a t directly applies to your dream job. ask others to read it. Military jargon

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Aptos Apple Barn Reaches Final Location

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he future new Leaf Community Market is now in place for the next phase of aptos Village development.

its part of the project as they lowered the last section of the apple Barn onto its new concrete foundation on thursday March 2, 2017 after starting its journey on September 22, 2016. eight hydraulic 25-ton jacks were used to lower the building onto the foundation. next to the apple barn, crews were busy putting in a foundation for the last section of the new grocery store, which is next to the planned Village Green.

Brothers and responsible for working with

Barry Swenson Builder to safely move the 125-year-old structure into its new location as the centerpiece of the new aptos Village, said, “this is one of the largest buildings it covers. Most of our moves in recent years have been historical and residential in a California. But because of the size and condition of the building, I would say yes, this was a challenge.”

From its original use as hay storage and then an apple packing shed, the antique Fair, a collection of sellers of used and antique furniture and interior decorations from its location at the edge of trout Gulch Road.

Great care was taken to remove false decorative elements that were not part of the three structures that made up the apple Barn. then it had to be strengthened and split into two for the trip. as the building is 181 feet long by 100 feet wide, the move was not a simple task. to move the two sections of the building degrees and moved a distance of 250 feet cessful, “the mover has to learn to listen to the building as it moves.”

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was a dusty 8-acre empty lot is becoming aptos Village. this includes construction of 17 town homes, 40 residential units, new streets called Parade Street, Granite

Foundation for last section of New Leaf Market

Way and aptos Village Way, seven buildings that include mixed-use retail and apartment buildings plus a restaurant with resid e n t i a l units above and the renovated apple Barn and new Leaf Market as a mixed

village common – an outdoor area with trees, bike parking, seating and a stage.

m a r k e t building. these will be centered a r o u n d the 16,000 square-foot

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Aptos High Production of ‘My Fair Lady’

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oming to the aptos High Performing arts Center: My Fair Lady, a Musical Comedy based on the Greek play Pygmalion, with book by alan Jay Lerner and music by Frederick Loewe. the production features a cast and crew of more than 50 aptos High students and a live 20-piece orchestra made up of volunteer community members and students, lead by terrel eaton.

the story takes place in 1913 england, during the edwardian era. It follows a lower class flower girl, Henry Higgins, a respected linguist. over the course of the show, Higgins tries his best to convert the lowly girl to more “civilized” ways and, in the process, grows closer to eliza. the show is full of classic hits such as “Rain in Spain,” “Get Me to the Church on time,” Where you Live.” the Broadway production opened on March 15, 1956 with an original cast that included Rex Harrison, Julie andrews and Stanley Holloway, as well as Robert Coote, Shelton. this cast of aptos High School students features seniors Savannah Smith and Liam

league and fellow linguist, Colonel Pickering.

Cast on daily costume (from left): Savannah Smith, Liam Kuhn, Jacob Bayani, Bella little, is senior Jacob Bayani. Rounding out the lead roles is junior Bella McCord as Professor

tatum-Mcneilly, a senior, leads the production crew.

Reserved seating is available when purchasing tickets online on the aptos High School homepage at www. aptoshs.net) with a 50¢ per ticket fee. non-reserved tickets sold at the door, subject to availability, 30 minutes before curtain.

Ticket Prices Online Ticket Prices at the Door

“Freedom Rotary” from page 2 “It is the place to be to have a great time, live music, plenty of food, craps, roulette and blackjack all for the sake of fundraising to give back to local charities.” the cost for the evening will be $45 in advance and $55 at the door. attendees must be 21 or older to attend. Proceeds ities, schools and the Freedom Library. In addition to being a tax-deductible donation, the Casino night is a great opportunity for you to promote your business. Become a Platinum, Gold, or Silver sponsor. additional information about sponsorships and tickets can be located on our website at www.Freedomrotaryclub.org or by calling for tickets at 722-1558.

“Job Fair” from page 6 essary to show the employer a portfolio of your work, make those materials as understandable as possible.

Include relevant training and accomplishments. Show the recruiter how their company can leverage your skills. then explain what you want to do with

than 1.2 million members in 33,000 clubs worldwide. Rotary club members are volunteers who work locally, regionally and internationally to combat hunger, improve health and sanitation, provide education and job training, promote peace, and eradicate polio under the motto “Service above Self.”

The Freedom Rotary Club meets Tuesdays at 12:15 p.m. at Valley Heights, 925 Freedom Blvd., Watsonville. New members are always welcome. Some organizations the club has supported over the years include CASA, Jacob’s Heart, Dientes Community Dental Clinic, Ivy League Project, Pajaro Valley Women’s Shelter, Second Harvest Food Bank and more.

cipline, a personable communications approach, leadership ability and a can-do attitude.

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during your search, but every time you get friends and co-workers. Join veterans

Networking For Veterans Get the Word Out e sure to tell your friends, your family,

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in the Reserve or national Guard, tell your strong soft skills like ethics, self-dis-

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others, volunteer using whatever you have you are to receive. Get out there and do

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rom the business card you got at a military job fair to the name you got from that friend of a friend, the key to successful networking is hard work. that means in-person visits when possible, phone calls as a backup, and emails only when necessary.

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Soquel classes are at the Masonic Hall from 9:30- 12:30.

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Start Smart Presentation he California Highway Patrol is

teenage drivers and their parents. the Start Smart Program is aimed at helping future and newly licensed teenage drivers become aware of the responsibilities that accompany the privilege of being a licensed California driver. this program is designed as an educational tool for parents and teenagers in an

class is full.

To register or get more information call collisions.

Local Artists Featured In Gallery rt of Santa Cruz is a unique art gallery, located inside Capitola Mall, featuring original art pieces. opened in May 2015, the Gallery features over 70 artists on display. there is something for every personality on your shopping list, including you.

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Smart Start classes are free of charge. the CHP has an upcoming classes scheduled!

The class will be held at the Aptos Library,

is plenty of Free Parking and Sana Cruz will be there.

For more information or to buy tickets, go to www.slscc.org/special-events/gala

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of the Copacabana. the Symphony League, which is the among the most active and robust symphony leagues in California, has a threefold mission: to raise money for the Santa Cruz Symphony through social and public events, to support and expand cational programs mentary schools, and to share our appreciation and love of great music. the Public is invited to join in the fun at this celebration. the Copacabana will include a Welcome by the Great Morgani, an amazing

cause of death for 15-20 year olds. the primary objective of the program is to provide teens and parents with an understanding of how poor choices behind the

Cruz provides an outlet for local artists to display their work 7 days a week. one of a kind handmade items of the very highest quality. all local Santa Cruz County artists.

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Castro Adobe State Park Bilingual Curriculum SANTA CRUZ — Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks (FSCSP) announced it has developed bilingual curriculum detailing the California Mexican Rancho Period at the Castro adobe State Historic Park in Watsonville. FSCSP will provide the materials free to educators via their website.

Funded by a $3,000 grant from the California State Parks Foundation, the three-lesson english-Spanish curriculum utilizes Common Core standards to meet educational requirements for third and fourth graders. the curriculum was developed with assistance from Pajaro Valley teachers and State Parks interpreters. the materials can be easily integrated with “the Castro adobe is a special place with a unique history in Santa Cruz County. FSCSP is dedicated to preserving this place and sharing its dynamic story,” said Bonny Hawley, executive director of FSCSP of Santa Cruz State Parks. “Providing resources for teachers and students is one way we are helping people learn the curriculum includes background information on the native ohlone, the Mission Period and focuses on the Mexican Rancho Period. the curriculum tells the story of the Juan Jose Castro family who resided at the San andrés Castro adobe in Watsonville during the Mexican Rancho era from 1821-1850 when California was under Mexican rule. Prior to the Mexican Rancho era, the Spanish established the California missions from 1769-1834 and changed the lives of the ohlones as they assimilated into the emerging culture of the area. “these classroom lessons, combined with a class visit to the Castro, bring a slice of life on a California rancho to students

Photo Credit: Pajaro Valley Historical Association

Rancho San Andrés Castro Adobe right here in the Pajaro Valley,” State Parks Interpreter Joseph Carr Ritchie said. available free on the Friends of Santa Cruz

are 2.5 hours long. Visit www.thatsmypark.

state park in the Pajaro Valley. to follow

Interpreter Joseph Carr Ritchie at Joseph.

Ritchie@parks.ca.gov or 831-226-9669.

Located in Larkin Valley, near Watsonville, the two-story Castro adobe,

Castro adobe, located at 184 old adobe Road, is open on a limited basis for -

Castro adobe State Historic Park, which is being restored, graders studying local history and fourth graders studying the Rancho Period. the state historic park is currently only open for prescheduled tours, monthly open house events and special celebrations. the next open house event is Saturday, March 18, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Free school tours of Castro adobe

examples of a rancho hacienda in the Monterey Bay area. the property includes the restored cocina (kitchen) and the PotterChurch Garden, a unique outdoor space originally created by then-owners (1968-72) in consultation with noted landscape architect thomas Church.

FSCSP is leading a multi-year restonew State Historic Park in partnership with California State Parks. Work is currently being done to complete seismic the historic adobe and establish a visitor

carpool. established in 1976, Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks is an entrepreneurial nonprofit sustaining the legacy of our state parks and beaches. through an innovative partnership with California State Parks, and by leveraging local community support, FSCSP provides funding for educational programs, visitor services and capital projects.

FSCSP also operates six ParkStores, offering nature- and history-themed merchandise for sale to benefit local parks and beaches. ParkStore locations include natural Bridges, new Brighton, Santa Cruz Mission, Seacliff, Wilder Ranch and online.

Learn more at ThatsMyPark.org or via Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and Pinterest.

The curriculum tells the story of the Juan Jose Castro family who resided at the San Andrés Castro Adobe in Watsonville during the Mexican Rancho Era from

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Highway 17 Wildlife Crossing

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Wildlife and Motorist Safety a Key Goal in Protecting Habitat

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he Land trust of Santa Cruz County has acquired a conservation

of Mission San Jose, protecting 173 acres of forested land west of Highway 17 at Laurel Curve. the easement represents the last parcel needed to connect wildlife habitat on both sides of the highway there.

Combined with two properties east of the highway protected by the Land trust last year, the easement prohibits development in these areas in the Santa Cruz Mountains. minate in building a wildlife crossing under Highway 17, which carries over 50,000 daily commuters. Fatal accidents on 17 are highest at Laurel Curve – a site also used by mountain lions and other wildlife trying to cross the busy 4-lane road. a tunnel will help prevent collisions with wildlife. tunnel design is expected to begin this year, supported by $3.1 million in California transportation Commission funds – with construction slated for 2020.

Medeiros said it was necessary to protect the land on both sides of the future crossing.

a project like this, you need land that is largely undeveloped. We are so grateful to for helping make this project possible.”

Sisters collaboration with the Land trust sought to protect their “Marywood” property, preserving the environment while allowing its use for private retreats.

Sister Barbara Hagel,

promoting the movement of wildlife

throughout the county and providing opportunities for genetic dispersal, limited in recent years by freeways.”

Funding for the $1,625,000 easement came from the natural Resources agency, the Wildlife Conservation Board, the Coastal Conservancy, and Land trust donors – and allows tunnel design plans to proceed. Medeiros emphasized how the cooperation and support of multiple state agencies in a project that represents

Sister Cecilia Canales believes, “this agreement is a beautiful expression of our dedication to caring for our planet at this moment in our history.”

Slade said that more than 2,000 donors have given nearly $5 million to protect land on both sides of the highway and to help included $5 million for construction. Slade said, “this community made this a priority with their donations and votes.”

California natural Resources agency Secretary John Laird said, “this project demonstrates of Santa Cruz, local and state governments, and business and education institutions can help preserve important wildlife habitat. land is a testament to their devotion to the well-being of creatures great and small.” the Wildlife Conservation Board says it “strongly supports projects that provide the Marywood conservation easement.

Protection of this landscape will serve to enhance important watersheds, including stream and source waters, as well as maintain native terrestrial communities and landscape connectivity within an important wildlife corridor.” servancy, Sam Schuchat said, “We strongly support this wildlife crossing project and feel there is need for more crossings on this and other highways.”

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he Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors has joined a growing list of Central Coast governments opting to provide clean, locally managed power to residents and businesses across Monterey Bay. Santa Cruz County will join Monterey Bay Community Power, a new Community Choice energy entity allowing Monterey Bay governments, acting on behalf of

have taken initial votes to do so and votes in several more jurisdictions are imminent. “establishing a locally owned power residents, to purchase and deliver clean, renewable energy over existing transmission lines at prices competitive with larger utilities.

Four other local governments have officially joined the effort, four more

step we can take to protect our precious environment,” said Supervisor Bruce

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‘A Dialogue of Heaven and Earth’ Santa Cruz Chorale brings “The New Choir” to Holy Cross Church

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he Santa Cruz Chorale welcomes “the new Choir” to Santa Cruz in an invitational concert of music evoking the eternal conversation between the Creator and the Created in “a From our praise of the creator and our conversations with each other, to the revelations found in nature, we seek to understand and embrace the meaning of creation and our place in it. the 19th to 21st centuries, and the diverse musical styles of composers from europe and asia, we explore the soundscape of the universe from the message of angels

We learn about ourselves by observing nature in the “Chansons” of Hindemith,

the quiet contemplation of “aftonen” by Hugo alfven, and the sounds of the night Golden State Chorale trophy Competition in Monterey.

Steven. all comes together in the mesmerizing contemplation of “Stars” by estonian composer the Santa Cruz Chorale will join the new Choir for part of this journey as we invite you to seek with us the sounds of the universe and discover new worlds around – and within – you. the new Choir, founded in august an auditioned chamber choir, recognized for its performances of creative, diverse and thoughtfully prepared programs of quality choral literature of all genres and periods of music. the choir receives frequent requests to perform in the San Francisco Bay area.

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eileen Chang, studied voice at California State university Long Beach, and received Choir College in Princeton, new Jersey where she sang with the Westminster Choir and studied choral conducting with Joseph Flummerfelt.

Chang was a guest conductor of the California Music educators association Central California Middle School Honor Choir festival in 2016 and has also

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Chair John Leopold said. “Monterey Bay Community Power allows us to reinvest region, while giving us local control over our energy future.” the formation of Monterey Bay Community Power follows approximately 100 community meetings and presentations, with 19 local governments having taken formal action signaling their interest in joining. MBCP aims to provide consumer choice, increase renewable energy

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and stimulate the regional economy by reinvesting consumer energy spending locally. porters spoke out on behalf of Monterey Bay Community Power, including Sierra Club and Monterey Bay Central Labor Council. Communities in San Francisco, San Mateo County, Marin County, Sonoma County and Lancaster have all voted to reduce their carbon footprints by establishing Community Choice energy entities, tomers.

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Santa Cruz Symphony Accepting Applications for Mueller Scholarships SANTA CRUZ — the Santa Cruz Symphony is now accepting applications for the 2017 Mueller Scholarship Program. these scholarships help needy and deserving young music students pay for youth ensembles, private lessons, or music camps. this year, the Symwill award a total of $10,000 in scholarships, with individual grants ranging from $300-$1,000.

“Receiving the Mueller Scholarship son],” said parent Zak Bauman. “He takes great pride in his music and this scholarship has validated all of the time and work he has put into his playing.” the scholarship program was created at the bequest of the late Ruth Mueller, a

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local music teacher, through a planned gift to the Santa Cruz Symphony. Her goal was to provide Santa Cruz County youth with the opportunity to advance their musical studies with orchestral instruments.

Since its founding in 1990, the scholarship has awarded tens of thousands of dollars in grants to over 100 students. the Santa Cruz Symphony has a deep commitment to music education. In the “Learning music helps young children develop their cognitive and motor skills.

children in our community as they pursue their skills playing an instrument.”

Music students who are under 18

and residents of Santa Cruz County are encouraged to apply. Scholarships will be regular practice schedule, and a demonstrated commitment of at least one year with an orchestral instrument. applications must be submitted no later than april 1st, 2017 and can be found at santacruFounded in 1958, the Santa Cruz and engage through artistic excellence, distinctive musical performances, and varied activities that celebrate and enhance

Symphony partners regularly with regional and international guest artists in a variety of concerts. Visit santacruzsymphony.org for more information.

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auction fundraiser, Santa Cruz County Bank was the highest bidder on the “Summer of Fun,” gift package of items generously donated by the best of Pajaro

donated by Watsonville Coast Produce, Freedom Meat Lockers, California Giant rooms, a gas grill courtesy of Renee Mello

from amerigas. and then, something else happened — Santa Cruz County Bank then nization that brings young people into the kitchen to learn to cook nutritious food, which is then delivered to individuals and families in our community who are in crisis due to a lifethreatening illness, such as cancer. Since 2012, they have served over 63,000 meals to families in crisis and teens have donated over 3,000 service hours. For more details, go to www. teenkitchenproject.org.

absolutely thrilled with this donation and it is so valuable in helping us serve our mission. We currently serve 400 meals erous gift will enable us to serve a greater number of nutritious meals to families who

Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture commented, “We absolutely love the First, all of the donations made by local businesses helped support the Chamber, then Santa Cruz County Bank bought the auction item at our fundraiser, and then the Bank turned organization. This is a complete trifecta!”

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Mother’s Day Run-Walk for Shelter Returns

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ajaro Valley Shelter Services (PVSS)

raiser on Sunday, May 14 at Ramsay Park

mission to empower families experiencing homelessness to gain economic self-

community in supporting the end of homelessness for mothers, their children and families in South County. When families in our community thrive, we all thrive in a community where every child has a safe and stable place to sleep. the event features include t-shirts, roses for mothers, medals for winners, confamilies with strollers will be allowed in the event. For 34 years, the community of

race was in 1984 and raised $8,000, with a small crowd in attendance. this year we expect over 700 participants and 200 volunteers and spectators to help raise $80,000! this well-loved event can be enjoyed by attendees of all ages and skill levels, from the competitive runners to the weekend joggers to families who want to walk together. Starting and ending in Ramsay Park, the race route is a beautiful timed.

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$20 per child under 12 (With Ferm Since 1983, Pajaro Valley Shelter Services (PVSS) has assisted families experiencing homelessness. PVSS currently houses 80 families annually, while they complete a and develop goals and skills to move on to stable housing and improved personal

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Santa Cruz County and focusing on Watsonville and Pajaro Valley, PVSS owns and operates an emergency Shelter (for women and children), two Shelter annexes (for families with males over the age of twelve and for single fathers), thirteen units of transitional Housing, and four units of Long-term Supportive Housing. PVSS has served over 6,000 people since 1983, twothirds of which were children.

Race Information: Race day registration and bib pick-up starts at 7:00 a.m. Sunday, May 14. Course closes at 10:15 a.m. Bibs are not transferable.

Registration fees are non-transferable & non-refundable. For online Race Registration: www.pvshelter.org

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Farm to Fiber Fair at Farm Discovery WATSONVILLE — on March 18, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1275 Green Valley Road in covery at the 8th annual Sheep to Shawl Fair at Live earth Farm. Businesses and organizations like Pajaro Valley Shelter Services, Synergy organic Clothing, Carmel Honey Co. and 4-H will help provide hands-on activity stations for guests to take part in every part of the process of making wool into clothing and art as well as a delicious

fun on the farm with the entire family! event, will feature hands-on stations demonstrating the entire progression of

processing wool. the event takes place in and around our renovated turn of the century redwood barn rain or shine. Local artisans display and sell hand made goods from gloves to rugs. the Banana Slug String Band plays at noon celebrating environmental education through song. the Sheep to Shawl event is one of three annual, on farm events open to ering youth and families to build and sustain healthy food, farming, social and natural systems. at the Sheep to Shawl Fair children and adults will delight in interacting with our sheep and shearer, dying yarn, making drop spindles, trying knitting and crocheting, and washing and combing yarn, all with expert help and child friendly tools. We welcome the help of skilled and unskilled volunteers. regeneration of our food, farming, social and natural systems.

Free UC Master Gardeners Class

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n Saturday, March 25, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., the uC Master Gardeners of Monterey Bay will present a FRee class on “Chix in the City, stration Garden in Watsonville.

Master Gardener Candice McLaren will teach her famous class about the joys of keeping chickens without annoying your neighbors. Find out what the best breed is for you and your family, the beautiful options there are for your birds and eggs, and if raising chicks or rescuing them from animal Services is right how to design and place a chicken coop and how to transition baby chicks to the coop.

For further information and advance reservation is recommended via the uCMBMG website at www.mbmg.ucanr. located next to the rear parking lot at 1430 Freedom Blvd in Watsonville. this class is part of a series of free monthly gardening workshops at the uC stration garden. Classes are held on the fourth Saturday of each month and cover a wide range of home gardening topics. upcoming topics include soil preparation,

growing vegetables, and integrated pest management. uC Master Gardeners of Monterey

Gardener Program. our mission is: to extend research based knowledge and information on home horticulture, pest management, and sustainable landscape practices to California residents.

a gardening hotline, speaker’s bureau, information booths, demonstration gardens, events, and special projects.

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Local Sports

Aptos High School Scoreboard Basketball

Baseball

Coach: Stefan Hocum

(Mar 8) CCS D III Champions!

Coach: Jason Biancardi (Mar 14, a*) (Mar 10, H) (Mar 7, a) (Mar 4, H) (Mar 3, a)

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Michael Spinelli 15 assists

Boys Golf Coach: Jamie Townsend (Mar 14, Spring Hills GC*) Aptos Stats: Max Meltzer (Med-

Johnny Staka 43

Girls Basketball CO-Coach of the Year (aptos) (Soquel) First Team

Second Team Abbi Saxton; Teal Maixner Honorable Mention

Coach: Rich Taylor (Mar 14, a*) (Mar 10, H) (Mar 8 a) (Mar 1, a) Aptos Stats: Singles – Monte de Cas-

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(Junior) Coach of the Year (7th year) First Team Awards Defenders Grace Rothman (Junior)

Boys Basketball Maya Pruett (Junior) First Team Rashaun Wooden Second Team

Honorable Mention Joe Ricabona

Second Team Awards Goalkeeper Caroline Miller (Sophomore) Defenders Brynn Mitchell McGinn (Junior)

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Forwards Marylu Escutia (aptos, Junior) Honorable Mentions Lauren Inman (Senior, Forward) Victoria Ontiveros (Sophomore, Bella McDaniel 16 / March 15th 2017 / Aptos Times

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homes for adoptable dogs, the Santa Cruz County animal Shelter (SCCaS) 2200 7th ave. will host “Saint 17-19 to highlight what loving companions Pit Bulls can be when given the right training, care and environment.

the weekend-long “adopt-a-thon” classes by breed experts and free professional pet portraits for all Santa Cruz County owners of Pit Bulls and Pit Bull gifts for the lucky people who adopt Pit Bulls or Pit Bull mixes, including: FREE one-on-one training consult with Carla Braden, PMCt, SCCaS Behavior & training Coordinator FREE shirt for adopter FREE dog toys for your new family member

at the Santa Cruz County animal Shelter, 2200 7th ave., Santa Cruz (main entrance on Rodriguez Street). Fee of $20 supports includes the following: — Wear your shirt to the Pub Crawl locations as proof of your registration and show your support for this great breed! establishments including Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing, Sante adairius Rustic Beer thirty Bottle Shop and Pour House

the list of weekend celebratory events includes: —5 p.m.-10 p.m. In-person registration is open

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SANTA CRUZ — Santa Cruz County Supervisor Zach Friend joined sixtyletter about the importance of including broadband in any plan to improve the President trump, Senate Majority Leader McConnell, and House Speaker Ryan. Supervisor Friend joined across the nation to demonstrate the widespread support at the community level for the deployment of Zach Friend high-speed, reliable internet access as federal discussions continue about a national infrastructure plan. modeled policies to expand and improve high speed Internet access” Supervisor Friend said. “But we know we need to do more. the federal government can invest in this infrastructure to ensure that our community, and others across the country, has broadband that meets the needs of local schools, businesses and residents.”

Including Santa Cruz County, the 65 signers of the letter together represent nearly 16 million americans. the letter nextcenturycities.org a bipartisan organization of mayors and city leaders focused Internet access for all americans.

“as mayors and municipal officials, we have each championed access for our residents to high-quality broadband in ways that are right for our communities,” the letter stated. “We are eager to have the federal government take steps in an infrastructure package that will truly increase internet access for millions of americans, and do so in ways that recognize the importance of local leaders in making these lofty plans a reality in our towns and cities across america.” the letter recommended three key broadband priorities for any federal

to promote the deployment of next-generation broadband.

and local solutions for connectivity. It also emphasized that the Internet is nonpartisan, and that federal leaders should work together across party lines

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Watsonville Wetlands Watch Update B

ees are ingenious creatures that are vital to the survival of many species on the planet, including human beings. With

the serious decline of bee populations, it is time to take a close look at the fascinating life and needs of bees. on tuesday, March 28th, local

beekeeper and CSuMB and Cabrillo College Biology Instructor allison Gong will discuss the biology of honeybees, pollination ecology, and threats to pollinators.

She and her husband have been keeping bees in Santa Cruz since 2010. this talk, hosted by the Watsonville Wetlands Watch, is from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Fitz Wetlands educational Resource Center. free but you must reserve a seat. For more 831-345-1226 or kathy@watsonvillewetlandswatch.org.

Circumnavigation Tour of the Wetlands n Saturday, april 8 Watsonville Wetlands Watch Board President and wetlands expert Bob Culbertson will lead a grand tour of the wetlands where you will visit spots rarely seen by the public. you will discover how this extensive

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learn about the history of conservation, and be able to do a little birding at these scenic spots. this tour is great for beginners and experts alike.

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Resource Center map/directions. From there carpools will be formed for this driving and walking tour. Admission is free but you must reserve a seat. For more information, contact watsonvillewetlandswatch.org.

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5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 26, 2017. applications should be attention of: Mr. Scott turnbull, Superintendent Soquel union Monterey avenue Capitola, Ca 95010. Forms completed on the computer may be emailed to ljacobs@suesd.org Selection And Awards Recognition: the scholarship committee will meet to review applications and select award recipients.

CASA Training starts May 1 y ou may not be able to change the world, but you can change the life of a child in foster care. you do not have to be a lawyer or social worker to volunteer as a Court appointed

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abuse or neglect. advocates speak up for the best interest of children and teens in the courtroom, in the classroom, and in the community. advocates are fully supported that works in the best interests of the child. a CaSa volunteer spends time with his and emotional support while helping the child rebuild trust and self-esteem, as well as gathering information from everyone is a great need for bilingual and male volunteers, we always encourage people from all cultures and professions and of all ethnic and educational backgrounds to learn more.

For many children, their CaSa volunteer will be the one consistent adult presence in their lives. For many volunteers, CaSa is a life-changing experience that brings personal tribution in our community.

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are: from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Live oak Family Resource Center, located at 1740 17th ave. in Santa Cruz from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at CaSa, located at 813 Freedom Blvd. in Watsonville To RSVP for an information session or view additional dates, times and locations, please go to www.tinyurl.com/CASAorientation For more information contact: Court Santa Cruz County www.casaofsantacruz. ofsantacruz.org

Dientes Welcomes New Pedodonist Dr. Denisse Monroy SANTA CRUZ — to announce the addition of bilingual pediatric specialty dentist,

youngest patients aged 0-36 months as part of the First tooth First Birthday campaign.

family did not have dental insurance and traveled to Mexico to pursue a position where she could help kids access quality dental

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passion of hers, “I fell in love with pediatric dentistry when I realized that I would have the opportunity to teach children and their families the importance of oral hygiene at a young age and build relationships with them throughout quality care to each patient maximizing the impact we provide on the children and their families.” the availability of appointments for children aged 0-36 months. these First tooth First Birthday appointments are in response to an important goal set out in the oral Health access Strategic Plan Dr. Monroy with patient Mateo Martinez

to prevent cavities from forming. For these young patients to keep a healthy smile, the appointments include an exam, cleaning and oral hygiene education for parents.

appointment. For more information on the Oral Health Access Strategic Plan, go to: http://oralhealthscc.org Aptos Times / March 15th 2017 / 19

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Big News For Tom Lehrer Fans

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rermen for both shows of Viva La Lehrer Center. nordgren will play clarinet and

assist band co-founder Steve Wilson with song arrangements for the fourth annual celebration of the life and songs of tom Lehrer.

Returning to the show are previous headliners Lori Rivera, a Gail Rich Cruz Ragtime festival organizer. the Gold Standard barbershop quartet Constellation, opera diva Lizz Hodgin, the beauty shop trio “3-in-a-Chord,” Joe Ferrara, Rick tacklind, olaf Schiappacasse, and one-man duo “Me&tom” are also on the bill. Sentinel entertainment editor and Gail Rich award creator Wallace Baine will emcee. new to the show will be Lowell Greene, the second Branciforte Middle

and class mate Rowan Jones received a standing ovation upon performing the feat.

With performances routinely sold out, two shows again are scheduled: a 6:30 early show for “Lehrer Fans” who for “Lehrer Lovers” who insist on more Lehrer than anyone should have to each show time.

Mr. Lehrer, currently a Professor emeritus at uCSC, has given permission to perform his songs but is not otherwise involved in the event. tickets are on sale now, $26 in advance at VivaLaLehrerIV. brownpapertickets.com, which can is linked through VivaLaLehrer.com or by phone at 1-800-838-3006. Proceeds will benefit the Santa Cruz Homeless Services Cabrillo Director of Bands and Stage Artistic Director Jon Nordgren (from left), jazz trombonist Steve Wilson, and vocalist Rick Tacklind rehearse Tom Lehrer’s “Hanukkah

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Counseling Helps Families

Family Service Agency of the Central Coast W hen adults are stressed out because of personal or relational issues, economic stressors, substance abuse or childhood experiences of abuse, they are at greater risk in their lives.

People have the power to change the direction of their lives. adults can learn new coping skills to deal with the stressors they are experiencing. Parents can learn new parenting skills to prevent future problems for their children. People with addiction problems can develop the skills and support to end their addictions. Counseling enables people to make the changes which will relieve their stress and provide greater quality of life.

Prevention is a family and community issue. Change can happen through education and support. Families who are in counseling programs can develop trusting relationships with each other. Couples can learn new communication skills and improved ways of relating. Counselors are familiar with community resources and can refer clients to them for support and information. are designed to maintain and strengthen family and community life and to reduce

interfaces with other community agencies to which clients can be referred. the goal of counseling is to provide increased coping skills and new ways of approaching

Family Services other programs for our community:

a group for people who have lost someone to suicide (459-9373)

wrap-around counseling for children with Medi-Cal (423-9504 or 728-9975)

unteer opportunities. I-you Venture places volunteers in nursing homes and congregate living facilities.

Most of our services are free or at very low cost to our clients. We rely on support from our local jurisdictions, united Way, raising. We appreciate any tax-deductible contributions which can be directed to a

groups for survivors of child sexual abuse (423-7601) with a cancer diagnosis (457-2273)

fee schedule. We accept Medi-Cal and Medicare as full payment. For more information about our counseling services call 423-9444 (Santa Cruz) 346-6767(Soquel) or 728-9970 (Watsonville).

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Foundation, welcomes new pediatrician nurse practitioners Julia Greenwood, nP, accepting new patients and join Robert

appointment, call (831) 476-3000.

“We are pleased to expand our pedi-

family practice and internal medicine prehensive array of health care services for every family member in our community.” graduated from Rowan university School of osteopathic Medicine in new Jersey.

She completed her Pediatrics residency at

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Julia Greenwood Aaron Klein, NP California, San Francisco. His special afzal speaks Spanish, Hindi, and Punjabi. clinical interests include adolescent health. nutrition, preventive health and popuDominican is committed to serving the lation health.

Pediatric nurse Practitioner Julia continuing health care needs of Santa Cruz Greenwood graduated from the Johns County. Dignity Health Medical Group Hopkins School of nursing. She speaks Spanish and her special clinical interests County, with specialties including pediatrics, include adolescent medicine and developstructive surgery, gastroenterology, OB/GYN, mental disabilities.

Pediatric nurse Practitioner aaron urology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, and urgent care.

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Chanticleer County Park Receives Grant

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he County of Santa Cruz announced a national Park Service grant of $500,000 to help build

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inclusive playground. the planned 4.5-acre Haven playground, restrooms, parking, pathways and improvements to the existing community garden, bike pump the Santa Cruz Playground Project and the Chanticleer Park neighbors association needed to build the initial phase of the park.

Chanticleer Park will demonstrate how neighbors can come together for a project

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that meets a range of community needs. It will be a wonderful addition to our unparalleled parks system.” “there is an incredible amount of momentum behind this project,” said Patricia Potts, a Watsonville mother and cofounder of the Santa Cruz Playground Project. “the Central Coast community is committed to seeing this project become reality, and this grant moves us even closer Less than nine months ago, the County and its partners unveiled the designs for nership between the County of Santa Cruz, the Santa Cruz Playground Project and dedicated to inclusive playgrounds and creating a bias-free world. to date, more than $2.1 million has been raised for Chanticleer Park, with

the Santa Cruz Playground Project already more than halfway to its goal of contributing $1.9 million toward Phase 1 costs. to make a donation, please visit www.santacruzplaygroundproject.org. the County acquired the two parcels that now comprise the neighborhood park in 1998 and 2004. the County Redevelopment agency completed a master planning process, environmental review and master development permit for the construction of the park in 2011. With the State defunding of all redevelopment agencies in 2012, the County was left without funding to build the improvements in the master plan.

Led by the Chanticleer Park neighbors association, the County and the community have built interim park features that are currently used by the community. these features include a bike pump track, temporary parking area, and public art.

established by Congress in 1964, the Land and Water Conservation Fund uses leases to help strengthen communities, preserve our shared history and protect our national endowment of lands and waters. to date, the Land and Water Conservation fund has issued more than 40,000 grants to state and localities.

In California, LWCF grants are administered by California State Parks, and awarded on a competitive basis to communities throughout California.

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UC Santa Cruz Receives Federal Grants Conannounced that the university of California Santa Cruz would receive federal grants totaling $528,116 from the national Institutes of Health (nIH) within the u.S.

dents and faculty on the central coast of California. this investment will inspire groundbreaking research to drive targeted treatment of diseases like diabetes, which today has no cure,” said Congressman Panetta. “I am and medical research, which not only saves lives, but creates -

Human Services. the national Institute of uC Santa Cruz $77,000 to be used for allergy, immunology, and transplantation research.

“Federal support, as from the national Institutes of Health for these awards to study the molecular roots of drives discovery and innovation in the

uC Santa Cruz $451,116 to be used for diabetes, endocrinology, and metabolic research. innovative

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CAPITOLA — Soroptimist International of Capitola-By-the-Sea has selected three Santa Cruz women, all students at Cabrillo College, as recipients of the “Live are enrolled in or have been accepted into a Ba or technical training program and families. each winner will be presented with a check for $2,000 at an awards ceremony on March 28. the cash awards may be used to to attain higher education and live their dreams, including books, childcare and transportation.

Harli Law, 24, the mother of a two-

of Physical and Biological Sciences. “the science of medicine depends on basic biology done in labs at research universities like uC Santa Cruz.”

degree in Social Work to counsel underprivileged youth in the foster care system. neide Cabrales, 27, Harli Law Melissa La Hommedieu Neide Cabrales is a single mother of a two-year-old daughter, works part-time and attends Cabrillo College fulltime where she is working toward a degree Melissa La Hommedieu, 33, the mother in nursing. “all three of the women have of two, is working toward her goal of earning a degree in psychology. She plans to overcome a variety of hardships and chalattend uCSC and eventually get a Masters lenges in order to change their lives,” said year-old, is focusing on a career as an adaptive Recreational therapist, which will enable her to work with patients who

ive beneath the printed word at an evening featuring the most impressive poetry and book arts in Santa Cruz County. enjoy poetry readings from powerful

Poetry for the People: Poetry Readings hosted

by Poetry Santa Cruz and Cabrillo College (6:15pm)

most seasoned and sublime. Make paper, bind booklets, drip ink and transform the printed page into book art sculptures, envelopes, guerrilla art books and book

Engage in Poetry in

story than meets the eye.

Third Friday Festival $10 General, $8 Students, $5 MaH Members FRee for children under 5

students. art can cross-political divides and heal the soul. In order to celebrate the creative spirit, Cabrillo College students will read their own poems while hosting a poetry table where students will write

chair. “each is remarkable in her own way and will be prosperous and successful contributors to themselves, their families and their communities.”

Soroptimist, a coined Latin phrase meaning Best for Women, is a global volunteer organization working to improve the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment. Membership in the Capitola club is open to all in Santa Cruz County.

For more information, or to become a

inspire participants to write poems and create mini-books.

Build a collective nar rative with artist Veronica

each print will serve to capture a memory or thought that haunts you. Write your own story and create a series of cyanotypes that captures sociological hauntings. through community collaboration, inspiring laughter

and sharing ridiculous jokes with Giggling Geckos author thecla Campbell. there are manyh more workshops, poetry exercises and classes. Join us!

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full of magic, warmth and adventure, Peter Pan is the perfect show for the child in all of us who dreamed of soaring high and never growing up. Peter Pan is a dream come true for theatres looking to spread their technical wings and entertain countless families.

he shows take place at the Cabrillo Crocker theater March 24 - april 2 with a large cast of talented Christian

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featuring an unforgettable score by Morris “Moose” Charlap and Jule Styne with lyrics by Carolyn Leigh and Betty Comden and adolph Green, Peter Pan is one of the most beloved and frequently performed family favorites of all time.

world and delighting audiences for 60 years.

Peter and his mischievous fairy sidekick, tinkerbell, visit the nursery of with a sprinkle of pixie dust, begin a magical journey across the stars that none of them will ever forget. In the adventure of a lifetime, the travelers come face to face tribe, a band of bungling pirates and, of course, the villainous Captain Hook.

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Live store, nintendo eShop, the PlayStation Store and the oculus VR Store.

video games coming out on consoles, computers and mobile devices almost every day, and kids are always on the look-out for new challenges to tackle and the bragging rights that come with them. But with so many choices, parents can sometimes feel a little overwhelmed trying to decide which games are appropriate for their children to play. the entertainment Software Rating Board (eSRB), the non-profit organization that assigns age and content ratings for video games, is an excellent resource for helping parents navigate the real and virtual game aisles. the familiar eSRB ratings including e (everyone), t (teen) or M (Mature) are now also assigned to downloadable games and

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parents looking for the console games or mobile apps that are perfectly suited to their family: Start with the recommended age rating. eSRB assigns e (everyone), e10+ (everyone 10 and older), t (teen), M (Mature) and ao (adults only), which are clearly labeled on video game boxes or the from an online or mobile storefront.

descriptors for depictions involving violence, suggestive or sexual themes, language, controlled substances and other types of content to help parents understand what may have triggered a rating.

Interactive elements describe certain aspects of a game or app that may be of interest to many parents and consumers, and can be assigned to downloadable games and apps. these location, if the game or app enables the purchase of digital goods, if users can access is provided. devices have parental controls built

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Seniors 65 & over– Children 12 & under – Students Proceeds of this production used to continue the Cyt theater performances, classes and scholarship funds for youths 8-18. eighty-seven actors are performing in this show. the principles are: Peter Pan, emma -

in, which allow parents to block titles by age rating, ensuring children can access only age-appropriate games

Forget to check the rating summary before you set out on a gift-getting expedition? no problem - you can

tures like with whom their children can play online and whether in-game purchases can be made. Just make sure you never reveal your password or PIn! Check eSRB rating summaries at eSRB.org, which provide a more detailed explanation of content in many packaged games.

games on the eSRB app as well! If you still want more information, online reviews are another great resource.

Perhaps most importantly, have fun! might like it! not only is it a great way to bond with your children, it allows you to share and better understand one of their passions.

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Storm Damage: Valencia and More Seeing Repairs

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he County recently topped $70 million in storm damage to public roads and infrastructure just in the unincorporated area. this number is expected to increase as there are still a number of sites that have reported damage but full engineering and cost estimates

does not include damage to private roads or private property nor to damage sustained in the cities of Santa Cruz, Capitola, Watsonville and Scotts Valley.

While the Governor recently approved the declaration of another disaster associated with storms in late January and February, which frees up state and potentially federal funding for repair, the County is still preparing for the possibility of significant local cost-shares for these emergency needs. the County is looking at ways to fund this local match and recently I was in Sacramento discussing this, and other transportation funding needs, with our leg-

Caltrans and the California transportation that state funding help is necessary to help bridge the gap both in emergency repair needs and general deferred maintenance.

While additional state funding might not provide the entire need it is clearly a key element.

a few weeks beyond that point until we can start construction. once construction begins we intend to install a temporary one-lane (but most likely two-way) while the major culvert work is done below.

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weeks of prep work. Permanent repair work will be done in tandem with the permanent repair process with the temporary bridge. the bridge will be rated vehicles, heavy trucks etc.).

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million request for the repair of the failed culvert and road at Valencia and trout repair and reopening of that section. While there is still one state regulatory hurdle to overcome (through state Fish and Wildlife) in regards to design of the culvert, this approval takes us much closer to a construction phase.

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Featured Columnist

Pets and Microchipping

By Tiffany L. Mitchener, DVM Capitola Veterinary Hospital

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t is the moment that strikes fear in the heart of every pet owner… the moment that you realize that your pet is missing. It is time to swing into action with neighborhood searches, posted

mation on the location of your pet. In fact, it does nothing more than provide a number. the chip number must be registered in a database with the

moment of crisis, if there was a way to greatly increase your chances of being reunited with your pet, would you do it? yes, of course, you would. Microchipping your pet is the answer!

lost pet with a microchip will only reunite with his owner if the address or phone number in the database is current. It cannot be emphasized enough how important it is to keep the contact information up to date!

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microchip is a glass cylinder, roughly the size of a grain of rice, containing a very small electronic chip. It is implanted under the skin of the dog or cat. the microchip lasts the lifetime of the pet. It has no battery requirement, no moving parts, nothing to wear out or replace. the microchip is implanted under the skin between the shoulder blades of the pet with a hypodermic needle. It is very similar to a vaccination injection. the procedure should be performed by a professional to make sure that the microchip is placed at the appropriate depth and location on the

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n a 2009 study reported in the Journal of the american Veterinary Medical association, 7700 stray animals from multiple

n order for the microchip to work, two components are required. First, the pet must be implanted with the microchip.

Second, an outside scanner must “read” the chip. the microchip contains a

no microchips were reunited with their chips had a 52.2% reunion rate. that means over half of the dogs with microchips were found by their owners! the research was even more dramatic on the feline side. Microchipped cats were reunited 38.5% of the time with their families. But only 1.8% of cats without microchips were found by their owners. that means fewer than 2 out of 100 nonmicrochipped cats are being found by their owners, an incredibly low number, compared to almost 40 out of 100 microchipped cats enjoying happy reunions. Having your pet microchipped, and keeping your

mation at the injection site initially. But what about long term consequences? Since 1996, the British Small animal Veterinary association has been maintaining a list of adverse reactions when dogs and cats are microchipped. of the four million animals microchipped in Britain, 391 have had an adverse reaction. that is fewer than 1 out of every 10,000 animals microchipped.

Interestingly, the most common adverse reaction is migration of the microchip away from the original implantation site.

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he year 2017 is still in its infancy, but research shows small business owners feel this year could be one of the best in recent memory. a new survey, commissioned by Staples and conducted percent of small business owners surveyed reported feeling “optimistic” about 26 / March 15th 2017 / Aptos Times

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n 2013, an ordinance was passed in Santa Cruz County that all dogs and cats over the age of four months must be implanted with an identifying microchip. Santa Cruz County is one of the few jurisdictions in the state of California with this requirement.

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good news for the owners as well as for their communities, because for many, this optimism is motivating owners to put earned revenue directly back into their businesses and employees. according to the research, 97 percent of respondents said they plan to increase

investment in their companies this year, while 67 percent plan to hire new employees. those fresh hires also appear percent of small business owners report in 2017.

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icrochips last for the lifetime of the pet. there are no batteries or other power sources that need to be maintained. However, it is important to follow a few simple steps after microchipping your pet. First, register the microchip number originally with the

done online or with a simple phone call.

Second, have your pet scanned by your veterinarian every year at his wellness exam to ensure that it can still be read accurately.

Finally, and most importantly, keep your information current with the database. It is that simple! Microchipping is a permanent way to maintain the identity of your pet, and in the event of a crisis, increase your chances of a happy ending.

understand the pulse of small business owners and to further identify those priority product and service areas in which we can help our customers achieve success in 2017,” says Frank P. Bifulco Jr., chief “Small Business” page 31

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Leung first opened her orthodontic practice in Watsonville. In 2012 she saw a need for orthodontics in Santa Cruz mid-county and opened an additional office in aptos.

Her interest in dentistry came about when she first accepted an undergraduate work-study assignment at the university of Southern California oral Microbiology testing Laboratory. originally from el Monte, California,

specialty training in orthodontics at university of Minnesota. She now has three children. Her sons are 10 and 7 years old and infant daughter is 9 months. Her three children and orthodontic practices keep her busy. as a mother of three children, she can relate to her patients and families.

“I am very excited that our patients chose us to be a part of their busy schedules. We love improving their quality of life and seeing the changes in their smile.” patients are children, teens, young adults, and adults. anyone can get orthodontic treatment at any age as

long as their teeth and periodontal structures are healthy.

there can be several reasons for orthodontic treatment. Sometimes the jaws are mismatched and prevent a

of Watsonville and aptos by helping local schools through donations and helping with fundraisers.

cause difficulty in chewing food.

Steve Litton, a t the university of MinSome patients may have ortho- nesota established the “Smiles Changes dontics for social or aesthetic reasons. Lives” program in which she has been they just want to participating for have a better smile. the past several other patients may years.

“Smiles need orthodontics Change Lives” is a and adults. Anyone can get for their dental program for loworthodontic treatment at any work — space may income families age as long as their teeth and need to be made who have a child for an implant or needing braces. to participate, parents must apply, pay - an application fee, be screened and the cialists to provide the best care for her child must write a letter as to why he patients -young and old. or she wants orthodontics. More inforthere are many types of appliances mation can be found on their website: available: the standard metal brackets, the ceramic brackets, and the series of clear plastic aligners known as Invisalign. Interest-free financial plans are available as well as Care Credit which helps make orthodontics affordable. on her webpage: www.SmileCrewOrtho.com.

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Community Calendar Aptos Chamber of Commerce Tuesday March 21

Announcements

The 2017 Human Race www.humanracesc.org anta Cruz County is already a pretty dreamy place to be but it is about to get more magical as 130 Human Race teams hit the pavement to begin fundraising for their goal. on March 28 teams

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Invisible Grandparents: Leave a Legacy of Love Whether you Can Be there or not this will be foundation for Santa Cruz a safe structured environment for sharing stories if you so choose, vening reception to honor and learning healthy ways to deal the joining of above the Line to make magic, give more,and Weekdays with separation from anyone. grant wishes as they collectively Co-sponsored by alienated CASA Orientations to Become step out to ask the community Grandparents anonymous www.

Advocates for Children County adoption, Foster Care, aGa-FL.org a national organiaSa empowers volunteers Human Race Walkathon and Fun therapeutic Services. Light zation that provide information Run. to directly influence lifeRefreshments will be served. and support to grandparents who you can show your support changing decisions affecting by choosing your favorite cause, children in foster care. Court feel alienated or estranged to their raising funds, then joining us grandchildren. appointed special advocates non-members at the Human Race, Saturday are everyday people that, with May 13th where nearly 2000 individuals will converge along just a few hours a week can Sunday April 23 have a lifetime of impact for a Hats Off to Spring Fashion child who has been abused or Tuesdays celebrate community. neglected.

Business Debtors Anonymous Beach Resort walk and fun run, complimentary More info www.casaof oin the Chamber for its 10th breakfast, music along the course, Church, Parish Hall, 532 Center annual Spring into Fashion Street, Santa Cruz.

Show with models walking the and festivities. e specifically focus on the Volunteer Center has runway to the hippest music First Mondays: 2-3 p.m., recovering from debting geared to create a truly magical from today and yesterday, in Watsonville day at the Race with the 2017 enjoy a fabulous lunch at the Second Tuesdays fairytale theme. not only can Seascape Beach Resort, and a in Capitola you expect the usual features trunk show with a dozen local Third Wednesdays Overeaters Anonymous boutiques selling beautiful in Watsonville costumes and banners, free food, merchandise. and music along the course but Third Thursdays: 2-3 p.m. they will also have a post race in Santa Cruz Aptos family friendly fair, and plenty of Third Fridays: 12-1 p.m. sorship available o you have a problem with storybook themed activities for in Aptos food? Come Join us for a all ages. friendly free 12-step support Sunday May 7 group with the solution group can still step up for the causes you Mondays Swing into Spring: with the solution. teens and adults care about by making a donation. Caregiver Support Group Movie Madness With over 130 deserving nonwelcome. Includes compulsive Aptos History Museum mercial Crossing, Santa Cruz overeating, anorexia and bulimia.

Fundraiser groups to choose from we are sure atz Cancer Center, PaMF Located in the Gazebo Room. and Hospice of Santa Cruz you.

County invite you to attend a any questions Wednesday May 24 brought to you by the Volunteer Caregiver Support Group for Aptos Chamber Scramble those caring for someone with Center of Santa Cruz County Golf Tournament Orientations to Become in partnership with Community a serious illness.

Advocates for Children Foundation Santa Cruz County.

When a loved one is seriLearn more at www.humanracesc. ously ill, it can be a challenge 6 pm, 65 Nielson Street #121 org or call the Volunteer Center of for the entire family. In this Santa Cruz County at aSa volunteer advocates ongoing support group, we receive 35 hours of will share stories, learn tools for coping and receive support specialized training. Court Nar-Anon Santa CruzThursday April 20 appointed special advocates from people who care.

Greater Bay Area (GBA) 2017 Business Expo are everyday people that, with Contact Hospice of Santa of Northern California ‘Making Connections’ just a few hours a week can Cruz County Grief Support hat is co-dependency? have a lifetime of impact for a What is enabling? What Fairgrounds in the Crosetti Hall child who has been abused or is this insanity? am I the only neglected.

Overeaters Anonymous Valley Chamber of Commerce one who feels this way?

If you would like to participate Join nar-anon, world wide expo, “Making Connections”, is fellowship of relatives and Soquel Dr. friends of addicts who have coming up on thursday, april o you have problem with 20, from 4:00-7:00pm at the Santa food? Come join us for a addiction. as of october 1, Cruz County Fairgrounds in Wednesdays friendly free 12 step support 2016, three meetings are now the Crosetti Hall. the expo has Insight Meditation group with the solution. teens offered in Santa Cruz (Fridays 12pm-1:15pm, Pacific Cultural and adults welcome. It will be and Sundays) and aptos excitement in the Pajaro Valley! held in the anne Hutchinson (Wednesdays). loom of the Present Insight Room.

For meeting locations, than ever and we want you to Meditation teacher Carla please call our helpline at be there.

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Aptos Noon Toastmasters

club meets to study the life, Tuesday March 28 works and times of William Sons In Retirement Shakespeare. Members share Luncheon group readings and insights, discuss history, and universal oin us for lunch and to hear a themes found in his plays and presentation by Sam Bishop: “Fly Fishing for the River writings.

For more information please call Monsters of Guyana”.

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First Baptist Church Bible Study Saturday April 1 Free Swim Lessons with Seahorse Swim School

your voice and share it effectively. everyone is welcome!

11 a.m.: Worship Follow us on Facebook: 7565 Sunset Way, Aptos Facebook.com/AptosNoonToastirst Baptist Church of aptos welcomes you to join their 236-1171 bible study and worship every Sunday.

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Cruz vereaters anonymous is a Free, Friendly 12-Step group new from a top notch guest for those who have a problem speaker. with food.

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and reduce accidental drownings, Seahorse Swim School has partnered with “uSa Swimming Foundation” and swim lessons to all ages, levels & abilities. no appointment is needed and swimming experience is not required.

Free Swim Lessons also on assessment will be performed for all new swimmers.

For more information visit www. seahorseswimschool.com

Tuesday April 20

18th Annual Soupline Supper Boardwalk’s Cocoanut Grove

12-1 pm, Hospice of Santa Cruz

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support group for adults grieving Friday March 24 the death of a family member or thru Sunday March 26 a friend. this group is a place Santa Cruz PaddleFest where you can share stories, learn he action is at Steamer Lane tools for coping, and receive as paddle surfers flock to support from people who care.

Santa Cruz for this competition For more information, please call featuring surf kayaks, stand up paddle boards and waveskis. events also include a friendly surf competition at Cowell Friday Shakespeare Club of Beach and a paddleboard race Santa Cruz from Cowell Beach to the Small Craft Harbor.

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annual event in San Lorenzo Park to raise environmental awareness, address concerns, showcase solutions and present balanced modes of living in the wellbeing of each individual, the community and the planet. Come and enjoy this fun environmental celebration for the whole family!

More information at http:// scearthday.org

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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.

Taurus (April 21-May 21) Sometimes the hunt is more fun than the prize, though. Mid-March looks to feature ordinary days, but for some reason they seem extraordinary. the energy around you is charged, and it just feels like something exiting and special is about to happen. your stubborn traits show themselves strongly late in the month, and you go after what you want with conviction. When

Gemini (May 22-June 21)

Cabrillo Youth Strings/ Suzuki Music Program

ferent tasks and learning about a lot of new things. take advantage of this curious time when you want to learn all you can about the world. you have some incredible intuition mid-month,

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new entry-level String orchestra class 4th- 6th Grade Beginning Strings for violin, viola and cello will be

Students must provide their own instruments.

For more information contact Nancy Kvam: Cabrillo Youth

down much more on the side of rational thinking late in the month, and your thoughts and ideas are taken very seriously by people in high places. this is your chance to turn a dream into

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

Thursdays

Lucky Steppers Modern Square Dance

Ongoing Events Second Monday each month

of the most talented local artists from local galleries.

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

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friendly. Class takes place every Stitchers By The Sea Meetings thursday night at our new 7 p.m., Volunteer Center of Santa home in La Selva Beach! (take Mar Monte off of Hwy 1, turns into Playa Blvd., turn right on titchers-by-the-Sea, the local estrella) For more information, contact Sue Guild of america, holds regular meetings open to the public each month. no admission fees.

2nd Saturday on the Farm

11a.m.-3p.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, Friendship Put to Music! and demonstrations that relate.

Tuesdays We often have guest appearances BINGO from farm animals like llamas, draft horses, sheep, goats, lasses every thursday night.

For more information call Sue chickens, rabbits, and more! you are sure to find something fun osted by Soquel Sports and entertaining for the whole Foundation. Buy-In $15. Full family. snack bar available. First tuesday Check our website and of each month is special $25 buy in Facebook page for more details.

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Contact Lee McLaughlin, First Friday Art Tour he First Friday art tour is a Santa Cruz Institute of Conabout booking the band for temporary arts event, managed in Non-profit events (donations are conjunction with the participating art venues. the event takes place www.PeninsulaBanjoBand.org year-round and illuminates some

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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.

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feeling more sure of yourself and your ability to make good decisions.

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opinions is important in order to grow and expand your horizons. you can work as part of a team, but most of your best contributions come from an individual level. Mysteries are intriguing mid-

Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)

Celebrate your close relationships early in the month. Whether you have one very best friend or a whole some trouble staying on task late in March, so pencil some extra time in your schedule in case your

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his fundraiser is at the Back nine at Pasatiempo with fantastic roving entertainment, music, food and auction items to dazzle the eye, feed the body and delight the senses.

Visit www.slscc.org/specialevents/gala for more information.

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Santa Cruz Baroque Festival Concert III: Dancing in the Isles

you where you want to go. you have a lot of interaction with people late in the month, which out there and mix and mingle every once in a while.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

the top and work your way down. you feel admired and valued mid-month, and your contributions on these days may reach legendary status. If having a plaque on the wall or trophy in month, so keep your keys and other valuables close. Having to slow down and look for things at the last minute will impede your progress.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

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as the month begins. In fact, you might be even more anxious to walk on the unconventional take it. your energy radiates power and intelligence late in the month, and other people want

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Water in the form of rain and snow has been falling all over California since early november. In the Sierras, there have been reports of over 680 inches of snow received this season, which is and cold dark nights have now given way to the coming of spring. on Saturday, March 11 daylight savings time began. the annual “spring forward” day has us move our clocks ahead by one hour.

Besides making sure you get to work on time, the most important thing to do this time of year is making sure you check, replace, or install smoke alarms within your homes. according to a 2015 report done by the national Fire Protection association (nFPa), in the years 2009-2013, caused an average of 940 deaths per year (approximately 38% of home

in which smoke alarms were present but failed to operate. Power source problems were the leading cause of smoke alarm failures.

Smoke alarms were present operated in only 53% of those incidents. What that tells us is that we need to make sure smoke alarms are not only installed in every household, but that they are also properly powered and working!

Smoke alarms clearly save lives.

So, how do we go about making sure sible? First, install smoke alarms in every sleeping room and outside each separate sleeping area. Make sure that smoke alarms are installed within each level of your home, including basements. your smoke alarms should also be installed at the highest points of your ceiling. Since heat and smoke tend to rise, this ensures that the alarm can give you and your family

casing of the alarm and replace if necessary. Low battery power will result in an intermittent “chirping” sounding from a smoke alarm telling you that it would like a new battery.

Change smoke alarm batteries twice a year when the spring and fall time changes to ensure that you always have fresh and serviceable battery power in your smoke alarm systems.

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an interconnected smoke alarm

Photoelectric and Ionization. Flaming

electricity with an installed battery

products of combustion (heat, gas,

improvements you can make. When one alarm activates and sounds, all the alarms within your home will sound. Statistically, most house

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people are sleeping. these types of interconnected systems ensure that everyone throughout the house will time to evacuate to safety.

Modern smoke alarms are good for 10 years of service. to be safe, check the manufacture date on the

association (nFPa) recommends having both technologies installed.

Fortunately, there are smoke detector manufacturers making combination units that utilize both technologies.

With spring on its way, today is a great day to check your smoke alarm systems. after you change your batteries, press the test button to make sure the audible alarm is functioning properly and then testing once a month to make sure your alarms are ready to go.

For those who may have family members who are hard of hearing or extremely heavy sleepers, there is a ton of great information on the web.

Bed shakers, strobe lights, and other dential setting.

For more information please visit the nFPa website at www.nfpa.

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and thorough approach to this road repair, in tandem with the persistence of neighborhood outreach, was key in the from local residents and students of Valencia elementary asking that this road be prioritized for review and funding and

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Connect mobile app, the Public Works online reporting form as well as calls to aging of locations was done. Major pothole repair work (which included digging out and replacing sections of road) has been completed on Freedom Blvd, Beach additionally, pothole patching using a longer-lasting rubberized material, has been done throughout our district.

I know there are many roads that still need repair that are part of this $70 million in damage. the County recogstorm season we will be beginning a long rebuilding phase.

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