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The Perfect Holiday Gift
Volunteer to Change a Child’s Life By Edita McQuary
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What could be a more perfect Holiday gift to yourself, your friends, and your family then to devote a crisp December day to seeing the exquisite local production of The Nutcracker Suite and to join the professional dancers and students in making a difference in the lives of others at the this special time of the year. Full Story page 6
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Cover Volunteer to Change a Child’s Life by Edita McQuary 5 6 7 8 9
Community News A Perfect Holiday Gift – Nutcracker Suite at the Henry Mello Center in Watsonville Go Green for the Holidays Cruz Symphony League Home Tour
10 11 Second Harvest Luncheon – Annual Holiday Food & Fund Drive 13 16 17 CYT Presents A Christmas Carol 18 19 20 21 22 23
Holiday Store Celebrates 60th Anniversary Santa Cruz Santa Cruz Public Libraries / Monterey Bay Aquarium
School 24 Internet of Things (IoT) Devices 8
Letter to the Editor Holiday Giving by John Fuchs
Local Sports 15 Aptos High School Scoreboard
#OMMUNITY #ALENDAR s !RTS %NTERTAINMENT n Pages 28, 29 -ONTHLY (OROSCOPE s Page n Your November Horoscope
Featured Columnists 25 Seniors in Action by C J – Mid–County Senior Gift Shop 26 Staying Safe by Ryan Peters 27 30 Gardening Guidance by Tony Tomeo – Planting Cool Season Cover Crops
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CASA, there are approximately 400 children in foster care in Santa Cruz County at any given time. CASA volunteers are currently
Advocate. Community service has been Cita’s mantra since shortly after her graduation -
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people are currently attending training. those values. Prior to her current four-year Avenue Family and Women’s Center in Santa Cruz. She is also proud to have served as an Advocate for a year and a half.
been referred to CASA for an Advocate. CASA serves children from birth to are involved in Juvenile Dependency Court because they have been abused, neglected or abandoned. Volunteers devote 2-4 hours one child and gathering information from everyone involved in the child’s life; caregivers, family members, etc. Many Advocates of younger children and CASA house in Watsonville.
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of others around them. Hospice Santa Cruz had this to say of their expertise of our nutcracker in the past.
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easy steps to make your holidays green and an tainable planet.
disposable place settings are a must, opt for biodegradable and compostable utensils, napkins and plates. Donate Leftovers nce the party is over, donate leftovers to a food bank or nearby homeless shelter. And remember to compost food scraps. Not composting yet? There’s never
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Community Briefs
Come to EMBRACING the DANCE Second Concert Of The Santa Cruz Symphony’s 2017-18 Season Classic Series November 18 & 19, 2017
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ebration of music of the dance.
and energy that Bernstein’s Mambo has to offer. Close your eyes, experience the music and let your mind take you to
gourmet food and drink, and purchase beautiful gifts including topiaries, Tickets are 831-475-9482.
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Birthday by performing the timeless Symphonic Dances. Have you ever heard a song that
high energy dance piece that makes you
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Santa Cruz Symphony League Home Tour And Launch Party Home Tour takes place Saturday
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organizations. When you donate to these
you consider charitable giving this year, I hope you might consider either or both of them. Advocates for the Forest of Nisene
place to relax, recreate, explore and/or versary of taking care of the Park, and the Aptos Chamber of Commerce named us about the Advocates or make a donation,
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they need to have a safe, fun experience riding a mountain bike in the great outdoors, all at no cost to them. helmet, and gloves, and provide a healthy lunch, transportation, skills instruction, and moral support. We also participate up a skills course for the kids. It’s great fun for us and the kids. To learn about T4KSC or make a donation, please visit our
generously in the past, thank you so much. Your donations are only source of revenue, and unfortunately it takes continual fundraising to run these organizations. Please donate, if you can and if you can’t, please
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Aptos High School Student of the Year
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unsure of herself and her abilities, to taking
present our Student of the Year, senior Quinn Youngs, to the positive attitude. Quinn is a talented and intuitive actor
ative, and an all around delightful person. to our Mariner community, her teachers consistently recall Quinn’s positivity, inclusivity, and creativity. In addition to her dedication to the Theatre Arts and Choir programs, Quinn
daunt many. Quinn’s impressive audition for the fall play earned her the lead role of
her roles. She has committed the same
“Pride and Prejudice.” For the past three years, Quinn
the size.
She has managed sports and theatre, along
laborative situations or as a leader. As a
Trial team. Aptos High congratulates our Student
‘Drive for Schools’ Sets New Fundraising Record for Santa Cruz County Schools SANTA CRUZ — Drive for Schools, the largest school fundraiser in Santa Cruz County, broke all previous sales
Sponsored by the Santa Cruz
overhead costs. School volunteers receive everything they need for the fundraiser including tickets, posters, prizes and support. Local schools report using the money raised for valuable art, music, science, and sports programs, classroom reading aids and computers. Grand Prize Winner he Drive for Schools Grand Prize
Santa Cruz Dream Inn, Best Western Sea-
Lisandro De Lat, a cook from Watson-
organize and run the fundraiser. Hundreds of school volunteers coordinate their school’s ticket sales. Dozens of local businesses donate additional prizes for the event. Tickets and posters are printed by Mission Printers. For more information including a
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and the Capitola Auto Mall Dealer Group, Drive for Schools has
“We’re really proud of Drive for
Prize Winner, De Lat had the choice of
children chose the cash prize donated
at Pasatiempo and Laguna Seca Golf Cruz Warriors tickets, plus dozens of sailing, kayaking and merchandise. The Capitola Auto Mall Dealer
Capitola Auto Mall Dealer Group. the business community for generous
$1000 Cash Prizes: Elise M. Scotts
bought tickets to make this fundraiser such an amazing success.”
I can’t tell you
“Nutcracker” from page 6 company for bringing so much light into the lives our Hospice employees and our dying patients at bedside and the children from our community that have lost a mother, father or sibling.
stunning performance.
and she told me that her son and daughter had never seen the Nutcracker and they
family. The mother’s face just lit up talking about it. May you and your talented team of dancers and costume found impact on the community that you serve. Add this Nutcracker to your perfect Holiday Season and be part of making a
Nutcracker Suite at the Henry Mello Performing Arts Center – Dec 16, 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. – Dec 17, 1:30 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. Tickets available at santacruznutcracker. com
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Community News outings have evolved into things like
SANTA CRUZ — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Santa Cruz County has
everything. and impact in the life of a child in our community. to a Big Sister Ana Garcia-Garcia.
having a female role model in her life. Ana decided to become after Big Sister after learning about the program through a friend
that focused on children and had heard positive things about Big Brothers Big Sisters of Santa Cruz County. In the beginning of the match Ana entated activities like the Ducky Derby and going to the pool. But
to help out in your local community. The Bigs help the Littles, but the Littles also teach us a lot of things. It’s a big adventure for both parties.” forever grateful to this organization and more importantly Ana for being such a positive influence in my daughand couldn’t talk. When Ana came
shell, is happy, and outgoing. I believe
Marie Cubillas, Big Brothers Big
is priceless. Big Brothers Big Sisters is an extraordinary program.“ Since 1982 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Santa Cruz County has served over 6,000 at risk youth, by matching them to screened and trained adult volunteers who provide guidance, emotional support and appropriate role modeling. Currently, there are over 60 kids on the waiting list for a caring mentor. Fore more information visit www.santacruzmentor.org or call 831-464-8691.
Help Global Christmas Project Reach Children In Need
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ptos families are on a mission to make an impact in the lives of children in need. They are donating colorfully
poverty and famine. The Santa Cruz California Area Team volunteers have a goal of collecting more than 7,000 gifts during the
sent to children around the “It’s exciting to think of never received a gift before and have very little to call
have in the life of each child
Christmas Child’s National Collection
supplies and hygiene items. The Samari-
across the globe.” Aptos residents are not alone in their Child is to demonstrate God’s love in a including families, churches and other groups are joining forces to contribute to the largest Christmas project of Christmas Child hopes to collect enough shoebox gifts to 7,000 coming from the Santa Cruz California Area Team Area Team. For more information
10 / November 15th 2017 / Aptos Times
visit samaritanspurse.org/occ. Partici-
tracking label to discover its destination.
ation Christmas Child has collected and
samaritanspurse. org/buildonline to select gifts matched
countries and territories.
adding a photo and personal note of encouragement.
Operation Christmas Child is a project of Samaritan’s Purse, an international Christian relief and evangelism organization headed by Franklin Graham.
Community News
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econd Harvest Food Bank just entered
the dozens of local food and fund drives throughout the county that together raise over half of the food Second Harvest provides all year long. This is the Holiday Food & Fund cheon on November 2nd at
last year. A range of compelling speakers shared
their competitive spirit to shine through, like Plan-
to rally the Plantronics community to raise more than ever this year. Another compelling speaker had only eight years under her belt. Third-grader Dorothy DeLisle from Valencia School
Aptos. The drive is Second Harvest’s biggest cam-
shelters, food distributions, and programs throughout the county.
experience educating her classmates about hunger in the community and raising funds to feed people in need. It
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hungry person, Dorothy explained. “The
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hungry people can be fed.” McCrea closed the lunch by sharing the three things that make the Holiday Food &
county . . . food pantries, soup kitchens, assisted living homes, youth programs, and more,” he said. “So, every quarter, every can, every carrot donated goes straight to nourishing hungry neighbors.”
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“Taken together [in this room],” Founded in 1972, Second Harvest Food centuries of experience, and a bottomless reservoir of compassion and energy. So, Drive, let’s learn from each other, challenge season to ensure no one goes hungry in our
second in the nation. Its mission is to end hunger and malnutrition by educating and involving the community. Its network of 200 local agencies and programs feeds 55,000 people in Santa Cruz County every month. For every dollar donated, it hunger all year long.” www.thefoodbank.org
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he Fire District is currently recruiting for the position of Fire Chief. To see our full recruitment package, including District description/ qualifications, salary/benefits information and a tentative recruitment schedule,
Annual Food & Toy Drives Underway
Toys for Tots
donations of non-perishable food and
at this meeting. Second Harvest Food Bank
Food Bank and Toys for Tots. When donating food, please make sure your food is non-perishable, and packaging is unbroken. When donating toys, please
Station 1 and District Headquarters District Master Plan: Public Feedback
of aggression (play guns, knives, etc.) and plastic. Donations of cash/checks for either charity can be mailed directly to the
SANTA CRUZ — Dozens of chili
Fifty amateur and professional cookSan
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Station 2 and Training Facility
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draft of the Master Plan, as presented by Citygate, LLC. A copy of the draft
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Professional Chili Winners
his professional con carne and Third Place for his vegetarian chili.
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as Los Angeles and competitions; in past years he has also Leo’s Haven, an In the professional vegetarian category, former Top Chef competitor Michael Midgley of Midgley’s Public House in
accessible playground planned for Chan-
Santa Cruz Playground Project is on track
Lauren Linkemyer of Something
Soquel took 2nd place. Amateur Chili Winners n amateur competitions,
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and Most Tasted Amateur; they also took
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Christian Youth Theater Presents:
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A Christmas Carol B roadway heavy hitters, Alan Menken (Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Little Shop of Horrors) and Lynn Ahrens (Ragtime, Seussical, Once on This Island), breathe fantastic new life into the classic tale of A Christmas Carol. Ebenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeon who believes that personal wealth is far more valuable than the happiness and comfort of others. With an infuriated “Bah! Humbug!” Scrooge summates his feelings of Christmas tidings and charitable giving,
when three ghosts on Christmas Eve lead him through his Past, Present and Future. Thanks to their guidance, Scrooge recognizes his faults and greets Christmas morning with a cheerful “Happy Christmas” before spending the day reconnecting and sharing love with those that mean the most to him. A Christmas Carol is a spectacular adaptation of Charles Dickens’ most well known story. Proving its staying power with a decade-long run at the Theatre at Madison Square Garden, A Christmas Carol, is an ideal choice for any theatre hoping to create a holiday tradition. Christian Youth Theater (CYT) is an after-school theater arts training program for students ages 4-18. Since its founding in 1981, CYT has grown to be the largest youth theater program in the nation, with sands of students a year.
“Scoreboard” from page 15 ~~ SCCAL League Co-Champions ~~ Finals: Soquel def Aptos 3-1 (25-20, 18-25, 25-14, 25-16) (Nov 11) Aptos Stats: Jillian Rodriguez 10 Kills 12 Digs; Abby Saxton 5 Kills; Maddie Smith 5 Kills; Dani Hewitt 17 Assists, 7 Digs; Peyton Dueck 20 Digs Semis: Aptos def Hillsdale (San Mateo) 3-1 (25-21, 21-25, 25-19, 25-19) (Nov 8) Quarters: Aptos def A. Sobrato (Morgan Hill) 3-0 (25-11, 25-11, 25-10) (Nov 4)
Water Polo Aptos Girls Season Record: (16-7, League 10-2)
CYT stands in the forefront in its commitment to the highest ethical, moral, technical, and artistic standards of excellence. Instructors are professionals, who understand our mission statement, values, objectives, and goals. CYT shows are appropriate for the entire family and are an excellent way to introduce children to the arts! CYT produces one Broadway-style musical each session. Enrollment in CYT classes provides students (ages 8-18) the opportunity to audition for a current production. Students not cast in the show are encouraged to participate in other ways. Depending on age and ability, students (and siblings) can participate on the backstage crew, technical team, or the costume and makeup committees. Tickets available at CYTSantaCruz.org with dates and performance times. For more
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Menlo 7 – Aptos 5 (Nov 4)
First Team: Jordan Wagner Kristen Malone Skylar Poulos (2 m) Second Team: Kaylee Pryor Kelly Taylor (Attacker) Sportsmanship: Maya Brosig (Utility)
First Team: Cameron Wagner (Driver) Second Team: Matthew Morse (Driver) Sportsmanship: Beck Escalante (Driver/Utility)
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HOLIDAY SIP & STROLL December 10 th
1pm to 4pm
Come spend your afternoon at Redwood Village in Aptos! Enjoy strolling carolers, meet Santa and bring a gift for our local Aptos Adopt-A-Family program. Sip Hot cider or wine tasting ($10 for souvenir wine glass and one wine ticket). Visit our craft booths and get to know the shops in our hidden gem “Redwood Village”! Come meet and greet with your neighbors and friends and share the holiday season!
Call 688-7549 for more information.
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Finalists for Cabrillo College President
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abrillo College today announced that at the conclusion of a rigorous, national search process, the Superintendent/President Search didates to present to the campus and local community. The Superintendent/President Search Committee includes two expert professional search consultants, representatives of Cabrillo’s Board of Trustees, representatives from each campus constituent group, the local community. position of Superintendent/President of Cabrillo College are as follows (in alphabetical order): cellor at City College of San Francisco
Monica College
vices and Planning at San Mateo Community College District
President of Academic and Student Islands
Instruction & Planning at San Joaquin Delta College, Stockton, CA Cabrillo College will hold campuswide and community forums on Wednesday, November 29 in the Samper Music Recital Hall, 6500 Soquel Drive, Aptos. Members of the community are welcome to attend and admission is free. Parking in Lot L (adjacent to the Samper Recital Hall) will also be at no charge. Each forum is 45 minutes long, with a 15-minute break in between. Candidates will be given the same two questions and will begin speaking for approximately 10 minutes while members of the audience complete index cards with questions of their own. Audience questions selected for presentation will then be read to the candidate for an impromptu Q&A, with the statement by each candidate. The Cabrillo Community College District Board of
Melinda Nish
Georgia Lorenz
Matthew Wetstein Kimberlee Messina
interviews of each candidate in a closed session on Thursday, November 30.
2:00–2:45 p.m. Kimberlee Messina, curEducational Services and Planning at San Mateo Community College District, San Mateo, CA 3:00–3:45 p.m. Matthew Wetstein, curPresident of Instruction & Planning at San Joaquin Delta College, Stockton, CA 4:00–4:45 p.m. Susan Lamb, currently Interim Chancellor at City College of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA 5:00–5:45 p.m. Melinda Nish, currently Executive Advisor to the of Academic and Student Affairs at
Susan Lamb
the College of the Marshall Islands, Majuro, Marshall Islands 6:00–6:45 p.m. Georgia Lorenz, currently Santa Monica College, Santa Monica, CA Gary Reece, Cabrillo Trustee and Chair of the President/Superintendent Search Committee said, “We are pleased with the and we look forward to presenting this and broader community and having the opportunity for open dialogue.” At the conclusion of the forums, Cabrillo College Board of Trustees for a
candidate in December and the new Superintendent/President of Cabrillo College will begin in his or her role based upon availability and the need to relocate.
La Selva Beach Holiday Fair November 18
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ick off or finish up your holiday shopping at the La Selva Beach Holiday Fair on Saturday, November 18 Almost 50 arts and crafts vendors will showcase their work at the La Selva Beach Clubhouse. This one-day event also includes the La Selva Beach Friends of the Library Book Sale, with a huge selection
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of books and media, including many suitable for gifts. Fair booths will feature handmade jewelry, woodwork, pottery, cards, photography, textiles and bags, candy, jams, soaps, garden art, plants and much more. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the La Selva Beach Clubhouse, 314 Estrella Avenue, La Selva Beach and admission is free. The LSB Friends of the Library will be selling raffle tickets and drawing winners throughout the day for fine art and craft prizes donated by vendors. The La Selva Beach Library will host kids’ holiday craft activities at 1:30 p.m. Enjoy coffee and homemade baked goods while shopping the booths and browsing the books. Take a break for a hot lunch from the Food and Bake Sale benefitting the La Selva Community Emergency Response Team (CERT).
See you at the La Selva Beach Holiday Fair on Saturday, November 18! The event is sponsored by the La Selva Beach Improvement Association, LSB Friends of the Library and the Aptos/La Selva CERT. For more information contact: Booksand BrewsLSB@gmail.com.
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Boardwalk Ice Festivities Get Underway and whipped cream. Or enjoy a popular favorite like Nutella Banana. Cruzin’ Crepes delicious French pancakes are made fresh while you watch. Marini’s at the Beach has new salt-
Admission to Boardwalk Holiday Ice is free, skating is $12/hour, “rain or shine.” For more information and skating reservations visit https://beachboardwalk.com/ Boardwalk-Holiday-Ice.
flurries are in the forecast for the Main Entrance at the top of each hour. Feeling chilly? Warm your toes around a cozy fire pit overlooking the beach and try a Peppermint Mocha or Pumpkin Spice Latte. Cruzin’ Crepes, the Boardwalk’s newest food concession, is serving up two seasonal specials. Don’t miss the Gingerbread Cranberry or Pumpkin Apple crepes, each topped with powdered sugar
rides through December 23. Operated by Roaring Camp Railroads the colorful lighted train makes a round-trip journey from the Boardwalk through the streets of Santa Cruz while passengers sing carols with Santa and Mrs. Claus and sip cider with friendly elves. A makes a one-night journey on December 14 as families gather
The Homeless Garden Project’s transitional employment and job training program serves individuals in Santa Cruz County who are experiencing homelessness, have barriers to employment and For over 27 years, the Homeless Garden Project has helped trainees overcome obstacles to re-entering the workforce and gaining stable housing, graduating more than 650 individuals from the program. In 2016, 91% of HGP graduates attained stable housing and income. By shopping at the holiday store, guests will be helping to support trainees in transforming their lives and gaining the skills they need to build their home in the world.
homelessgardenproject.org.
groups of 8 or more are invited to join the “mix-in” event on December 8 for a cheerful evening with more play and less routine. Hang out with your team or meet new friends from other companies. The festive evening includes arcade games, photo booths, a DJ, as well as a casual
Great Reasons to Dine at Palapas
MID-WEEK SPECIALS
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he Homeless Garden Project’s shop carries a variety of handcrafted gifts including wreaths, beeswax candles, lavender products, and baking mixes made in its training program from
History. Call 831-426-3609.
Boardwalk Holiday Bash: The Boardwalk is putting a fun spin on the
Holiday Trains: Holiday Lights Train
The Homeless Garden Project Holiday Store
Garden Project. The store hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily through Dec. 24, except for Thanksgiving. The Holiday Store is at 110 Cooper St., Suite 100G, in the breezeway between
to light the menorah, listen to stories, play dreidel and enjoy kosher refreshments.
DINNER
Tues: Mahi Mahi Tacos w/Mango Salsa Fresca
Chile Verde Enchiladas de Pollo con Mole Wed: Sand Dabs w/Garlic Tomatillo Sauce
Chile Verde Enchiladas de La Cocina Fresca
Chicken, Beef or Cheese
Thur: Housemade Tamales Chicken or Pork
Chile Verde Ensalada del Mar Crab and Shrimp salad
Bring the family to Palapas for dinner Monday thru DINE FOR Thursday nights for our unique style of Mexican food and your children dine for free! *
KIDS FREE
SANTA CRUZ — The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk’s new ice skating rink will open for daily skating November 11 - January 1. The 40’ x 60’ covered rink in the Boardwalk’s Main Plaza is the featured activity for “Boardwalk Holiday Ice” a new tradition inspired by a festive winter wonderland. The plaza will be filled with lights and decorations, special holiday treats, and a kids’ craft cottage. Some Boardwalk games and rides will also be open daily. The Boardwalk’s seasonal ice-skating rink is sponsored by Dignity Health Medical Network. Boardwalk Arcades including Mini Golf are also open daily during Holiday Ice and classic holiday movies will be shown on Neptune’s outdoor stage after dark. Santa is scheduled to drop by the Boardwalk on Saturdays and Sundays, November 24 – December 24 and snow
All special entrees $14.95 All specials dine in only including Kids Dine Free offer. *Offer is good for one child’s (under 12) menu item per entree purchased from our regular menu by an adult in party. Valid Monday thru Thursday except holidays. Expires 3-15-18.
Fine Dining Mexican Style
Ocean View, Lunch & Dinner Daily, Reservations Suggested 21 Seascape Village, Aptos 831-662-9000
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Hodder Wins Witmer Memorial Scholarship
t was announced that Watsonville native Rachel Hodder was awarded Agri-Culture’s 2017 Jeannie Witmer Memorial Scholarship. The award is for a student (past or present) who has participated in the California High School Rodeo Association, District 4, or a California 4-H Horse program within the greater Bay Area. Rachel graduated from Aptos High School in 2014, and has been attending Cabrillo College for the past two years. When Rachel earns her Associates Degree from Cabrillo she plans on transferring to California State University Monterey Bay, where she will major in Agricultural Business/Accounting. Eventually Rachel hopes to have a career in accountant for a local agricultural organization. As an active member, Rachel participated in the Corralitos 4-H horse program from 2006-2013. During that time, she held in 2012 and President in 2013.
She was also the Junior Leader for the Sheep and Horse Projects for multiple years. While in 4-H, Rachel received the honors of Master Sheep/Horse Showman and Grand Champion Market Lamb. She has also received multiple sportsmanship awards for other horse clubs, and was given the title of “Miss CSHA, Region 6.” Agri-Culture President Steve Bontadelli stated, “Rachel is an outstanding individual. She is a well-rounded person who has participated in several organizations including 4-H. She will be a great addition to our agriculture community when she returns from college.” For more information about the Jeannie Witmer Memorial Scholarship or other scholarship opportunities, please contact Agri-Culture at 722-6622 or see the website at www.agri-culture.us.
Rachel Hodder
Family Service Agency Celebrates 60th Anniversary
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avid Bianchi, Executive Director welcomed everyone to the organization’s Anniversary Bash at the Seascape Golf Club to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the agency, the 50th anniversary of the Daisy Auxiliary and the anniversary of many of its programs. Deb Abbott, a founding member of WomenCARE, spoke about the lack of support passion behind their start 25 years ago. Amy Pine, a founding member of Survivors Healing Center, told the story of their beginning 30 years ago and how no one was addressing the needs of victims of child sexual abuse and the devastating lifelong impact of that kind of trauma. Elisa Breton, FSA Board President spoke about other agency programs: Holiday Helpers, celebrating 40 years, Senior Outreach celebrating 50 years, Suicide Prevention Service celebrating 50 years and Counseling Services celebrating 60 years. These programs address a broad range of needs including the isolation of care facility residents, seniors impacted by the transitions of aging, people at high risk 20 / November 15th 2017 / Aptos Times
of suicide and individuals and families needing help with parenting, marital issues
recognized: Elisa Breton, President, Dan
Treasurer. The rest of the Hurley, Bonnie Breda, Loretta Ferris and the newest board members Sarah Caldwell and Samuel Pun were introduced. The current co-managers of the Daisy Gloria Dioszegi and Bonnie Breda were recognized and Bay Nigh Alexander, one of the founding members of the Daisy Auxiliary, shared her observations on the beginning of the Auxiliary and the changing social and business climate of the sixties and downtown Santa Cruz. The Daisy was born of those times thanks to Bay and her co-founders, Margey Lezin, Sue Wilson and Marilyn Huxtable. Along with other early members, they had a desire to help a still very small Family Service Agency trying to meet some of the needs of local residents. Jan Beautz was given the Honorary Life Board Member award. Jan passed away in September after serving 30 years on the FSA Board of Directors having joined
Elisa Breton, Chairperson of the Board of Directors
in June of 1987. She left an important public legacy for her district and the county and a legacy for the clients of Family Service. Jan was also an important contributor to the
for a person in the public or private sector who has dedicated their life to serve the public good and will be called the Jan Beautz Award for Public Service.
buying many gifts each year for care facility residents. Jan’s husband Mike and sons Luke and Matt were in attendance. A new agency award was established
found at www.fsa-cc.org.
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Giving the Gift of a Home
Santa Cruz SPCA’s Longest-Term Shelter Animals SANTA CRUZ — At the Santa Cruz SPCA, homeless animals are given safe harbor until the day they meet their adoptive match. In most cases, this takes just days or weeks, but in others, it can take months and even years. Because of the home-like shelter environment and many dedicated volunteers at the SCSPCA, the longer-term shelter animals are nurtured, enriched, and socialized during their extended stay with no pressure of a time limit. However, nothing beats a real home, especially in time for the holidays! That is why the Santa Cruz SPCA is amidst their 2nd annual Home for the Holidays Challenge, beginning October 31 and ending on December 31. During this nine-week period, nine of the longest-term shelter pets will be introduced to the public through the SCSPCA’s Facebook and Instagram accounts on a weekly basis through bios, photos, and videos. The public is challenged to share these social media posts and spread the word far and wide. Their story only has to reach one special set of eyes! Adoption fees will be waived for each of the selected animals, and the adoption will include spay/neuter, vaccinations, microchip and registration, and a certif-
icate for a free veterinary visit. Also, a trial foster period will be available for each of the featured animals. Each of these animals has so much companionship and love to give -someone is really missing out! For instance, Nacho, a six-year-old Corgi/ Cattle Dog, was surrendered to the Santa Cruz SPCA when his owner was forced to move into a small apartment that didn’t allow dogs. Nacho has now been at the shelter for eight months because he doesn’t do well with other dogs and is afraid of children. In every other way, Nacho is a guy who needs a special home. We hope that his story will land in front of the right set of eyes through this marketing push! If you’d like to take part in the Home for the Holidays Challenge, make sure to follow us on Facebook (https://www. facebook.com/SantaCruzSPCA/) and Instagram (@SantaCruzSPCA), watch for the weekly posts, and please share and re-gram away! If you would like to help, you can make a tax-deductible donation via the Santa Cruz SPCA website www.spcasc.org, by mail to PO Box 3800 Santa Cruz, CA 95063 or by phone at (831) 465-5000.
The Santa Cruz SPCA is a private, federal, state, or local government funding, and relies solely on generous donations from the public. The main shelter is located at 2685 Chanticleer Avenue in Santa Cruz Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday/Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The SPCA Adoption Center and Gift Shop, located in the Capitola Mall (near Target), is open Wednesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Saturday/ Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Further information can be obtained at 831-465-5000 or via the SPCA website at www.spcasc.org
‘Irish Christmas In America’ Returns To Santa Cruz SANTA CRUZ — The Celtic Society of the Monterey Bay presents Irish Christmas in America in concert again this year on Thursday, November 30 at 7:30 p.m., at the Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320 Cedar St # 2, Santa Cruz. This will be the 12th year that Irish Christmas in America has performed locally, and it has become a holiday tradition for many families. The concert sells-out every year, so advance tickets or reservations are highly recommended. The hugely popular Irish Christmas in America show features top Irish music, song and dance in an engaging performance rich in history, humor and boundless energy. Produced by Oisín Mac Diarmada of award-winning lrish group Téada, the 2017 tour features special guest singer Niamh Farrell, a Sligo vocalist who has toured with UK singer/songwriting star David Gray. Niamh teams up with legendary West Kerry singer Séamus Begley, famous for his charming wit and stunning voice. This family-friendly performance features evocatively sung Irish ballads, lively instrumental tunes and
Advance tickets are available online and in person at More Music, 512 Front Street, Santa Cruz for $26. Reservations (pay at the door) are available online and by calling 831-464-9778. Tickets at the door, subject to availability, are www.celticsociety.org for tickets, reservations, and more information. To learn more about Irish Christmas in America, including gaining access to their press info, visit their website at irishchristmasinamerica.com/, or on Facebook, visit www.facebook.com/irishchristmas.
thrilling Irish dancing, highlighting the best of Ireland’s rich historical traditions. Take a memorable glimpse into
holiday season of 2017.
musicians and promote Celtic music and culture around the
reputation for bringing the best of Celtic music from across the globe to our area. Aptos Times / November 15th 2017 / 21
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Graduates, Focus Agriculture Class XXVIII N ovember brings graduation to the locally based national award-winning Focus Agriculture program. A ceremony and reception was held at the Pajaro ius-Orr house on Beach Street in
of the Focus Agriculture program. Focus Agriculture, a program of the organization Agri-Culture is a “firstin-the-nation” program that allows community leaders to learn firsthand about agriculture in Santa Cruz County program covers topics such as ethnic groups in agriculture, labor, new technology, land use, politics, the environment and health care. The members of the graduating
Leadership Development / Mentor for School Administrators, New Teacher Center, S.C. County Office of Eduof Business Development, Lighthouse
Christina Cuevas, Program Director Community Foundation Santa Cruz Angela Farley, Executive Director Teen Production Manager Jacobs Farm/del
Hansen, Sergeant Santa Cruz County
Jaron
Manager
Owner – Stylist Head Quarters of Aptos
City Councilmember City of Watson-
Co-Founder / Co-Executive Producer
Services Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center of Santa Cruz The graduation ceremony included a graduation certificate plus a certificate prepared and presented by Congressman Jimmy Panetta’s office. President Bontadelli stated, “This was an excellent class. We are appreciative
Reyes,
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Dylan Skybrook, Manager Santa Cruz Mickiewicz, President and CEO Dignity Sven Stafford, Senior Administrative Nevarez, Administrative Assistant UC -
Weber, Account Executive / Producer,
of the speakers and participants for giving their time during the year.”
next class, which will begin in March 2018, please
be placed on a mailing list for applications that
Shelf to Shore Program: Santa Cruz Public Libraries / Monterey Bay Aquarium SANTA CRUZ — The Santa Cruz Public Library System (SCPL) and the Monterey Bay Aquarium Shelf to Shore Program provides low-income families a free pass to the aquarium during winter and spring. To provide access to families who with a valid SCPL library card are eligible 22 / November 15th 2017 / Aptos Times
for 1 pass per year. Typically, families who qualify for Free School Lunch, WIC, SNAP, Meals on Wheels, Medi-Cal, Healthy Families, Healthy Kids, or other similar services are eligible for a pass. To request a Shelf to Shore Pass, visit
the service desk at any SCPL branch library or the Bookmobile. For free admission to the aquarium, you must present the free ticket with your matching library card at the Aquarium’s main entrance. Passes are valid up until May 25, 2018, except for holidays
and the Community Open House Week. According to Library Director Susan Nemitz, “The library is a natural partner in connecting families to these learning experiences. We hope it inspires kids of all ages to get involved with science and conservation efforts.”
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Help Fuel the Holidays
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with sadness, knowing that the sudden increase in prices from the new gas tax will be devastating for children with cancer and their families. It’s already exhausting and expensive for parents to drive a child with cancer back and forth to treatment in Palo Alto and San Francisco. These price hikes make it even harder.
Right now, Jacob’s Heart is providing comprehensive support to 327 children and 1,418 of their family members. Because of lost wages from caring for a seriously ill child, the majority are living at or below the poverty level. As the holidays approach, let’s do family’s gas tank and provide rides to
families who don’t own a reliable vehicle. Together, let’s make sure every child gets to treatment, and no one misses a medical appointment. Here’s what you can do: we’ll give a pre-paid gas card directly to a family. (We give gas cards of $25 and $50 and provide rides to treatment for families without a reliable vehicle.)
remember a child with cancer and purchase pre-paid gas card(s). Deliver or mail the cards to the Jacob’s Heart Family Center: 680 West Beach Street, Watsonville CA 95076, and we’ll get them directly to families.
Holiday Classic Comes to Scotts Valley High School SCoTTS VALLEy — High School presents the stage version of It’s a Wonderful Life opening November 30. Directed by Kendra Kannegaard and Larry Wenner, the play tells the story of George Bailey, a man given the rare gift to see what the world would be like without him. It’s a Wonderful Life is a 1946 American Christmas fantasy comedyFrank Capra, based on the short story Doren Stern wrote in 1939 and published privately in 1945. The film is considered one of the most loved films in American cinema and has become traditional viewing during the Christmas season. Nominated for five Academy Awards, Frank Capra’s beloved film is
an undisputed holiday treasure, ranked #11 in the American Film Institute’s list of the 100 best American films ever made — and also their #1 most inspirational American film of all time. In our American culture, It’s a Wonderful Life has become almost as familiar as Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. The story is a natural for a stage adaptation: the saga of George Bailey, the Everyman from the small town of Bedford Falls, whose dreams of escape and adventure have been quashed by family obligation and civic duty, whose guardian angel has to descend on Christmas Eve to save him from despair and to remind him — by showing him what the world would have been like had he never been born — that his has been, after all, a wonderful life. This faithful adaptation has all your
favorite characters: George and Mary
support of one’s family and community will be rewarded.
of course, the Scrooge-like villain, Mr. Performances are in the Student Union of celebrates the faith of the season, it also celebrates the American philosophy of life: hard work, fair play, and the love and
@ 7:00 p.m. Tickets are priced at $8 for Students/ Seniors and $10 General Admission.
“Shelf to Shore” from page 22 For those families not eligible for the program, visit during the annual Comfull week of December for all residents, regardless of income, from the Tri-County region (Monterey, Santa Cruz, San Benito). There is also a new Locals Programs with special admission pricing for locals. For more information, please visit www. montereybayaquarium.org/visit/ hours-and-tickets/locals-only. For those who want to visit the aquarium more frequently, Consider Membership in the aquarium. An aquarium membership gives unlimited access for 1 year to 2 adults and all children or grandchildren up to age 21. Individual and student memberships are also available. Aptos Times / November 15th 2017 / 23
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Internet of Things (IoT) Devices
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n conjunction with National Cyber Security Awareness Month, the FBI is re-iterating the growing concern of cyber criminals targeting unsecure Internet of Things (IoT) devices. IoT refers to a network of physical devices, vehicles, buildings, and other items (often called “smart devices”) embedded with electronics, software, sensors, actuators, and network connectivity enabling these objects to collect and exchange data. Below are examples of IoT devices: devices which control lighting, heating and cooling, electricity, sprinklers, locks) surveillance cameras)
cyber actors have demonstrated the ease in which IoT device vulnerabilities can
vulnerabilities, and a lack of consumer security awareness provide cyber actors with opportunities to exploit these devices. cyber actors using the Mirai botnet infected IoT devices—including routers, cameras, and digital video recorders—for the purpose of conducting DDoS attacks. The actors exploited openly accessible devices via the Internet with common default usernames and passwords. mised more than 160,000 printers with open connections to the Internet by
monitors, insulin dispensers) clothing, watches)
ports. The hacker claimed the devices were part of a botnet and sent print
multiple Web sites associated with the network under attack. Consumer Protection and Defense
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device has been compromised. However, there are many reputable resources and tools available that search for vulnerable network devices. The following recommendations can be implemented to help secure IoT devices from cyber attacks. words. Many default passwords are collected and posted on the Internet. Do not use common words and simple phrases or passwords containing easily obtainable personal information, such as important dates or names of children or pets. ° If the device does not allow the capability to change the access password, ensure the device providing wireless Internet service has a strong password and encryption. tected networks.
third party. Also identify what protections and policies are in place in case there is a data breach. and security patches are incorporated when available. tices when connecting IoT devices to wireless networks and when connecting remotely to an IoT device. security and authentication. ° Most routers will allow users to whitelist, or specify which devices are authorized to connect to a local network. Whitelisting can be used
vacuums, stoves) printers, computer mouse, outlets, interactive whiteboards)
toys) devices through a single app) The number of IoT devices in use is expected to increase from 5 billion in 2016 to an estimated 20 to 50 billion by 2020. Once an IoT device is compromised, cyber criminals can facilitate attacks on other systems or networks, send spam e-mails, steal personal information, interfere with physical safety, and leverage compromised devices for participation in distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks. As more businesses and homeowners use Internet-connected devices to enhance niences, their connection to the Internet provides new vulnerabilities for malicious cyber actors to exploit. In 2016 and 2017,
a list of over 33,000 usernames and passwords for IoT devices, including the majority of these devices were located in Asia and China, many of the devices were also found in the United States. A researcher conducted a test against this list and discovered many of these devices were almost instantly exploited, often taking less than two minutes between discovery and infection. Unsecured or poorly secured devices provide opportunities for cyber criminals to intrude on private networks and gain access to other devices and information attached to these networks. Cyber criminals often take advantage of default usernames and passwords to merge IoT devices with others into a large botnet. These botnets can facilitate DDoS attacks against popular Web sites or network resources. These attacks cause Web sites to run slow, prevent users from being able to connect, or potentially take down
and disable port forwarding. facturer security recommendations, if when not in use. for new IoT devices. When conducting research, use reputable Web sites that specialize in cyber security analysis, provide reviews on consumer products, and support consumer advocacy. ° Look for products from manufacturers with a track record of providing security to their Internet-connected products. Look for companies that
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and identify how and when these updates are provided. ° Identify what data is collected and stored by the devices, including whether you can opt out of this collection, how long the data is stored, whether it is encrypted in storage, and if the data is shared with a
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from unauthorized devices and prevent them from making a connection. Additional Resources or additional information on cyber threats to IoT devices, please refer to “Internet of Things Poses Opportunities For Cyber Crime,” available at https:// w w w. I C 3 . g o v / m e d i a / 2 0 1 5 / 1 5 0 9 1 0 . aspx and “Internet-Connected Toys Could Present Privacy and Contact Concerns for Children,” available at https://www.IC3. gov/media/2017/170717.aspx. Victim Reporting f you suspect your IoT device(s) may have been compromised, contact your with the Internet Crime Complaint Center at www.ic3.gov.
Mid–County Senior Gift Shop
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here has been some serious thumb twiddling going on at MCSC, the Mid-County Senior Center! The results of their twiddling can’t help but bring a smile to your face when you pass by the Gift Shop located in the corner of the main room. With its constant display of delightful to your gift-giving needs all year round. Gifts as traditional as winter beanies and scarfs and as playful as mini blankets with a puppet in the middle called Puppet Buddies are ready for your choosing. Open at the center including Tuesday Night Live, The Ranch Breakfasts, All The Choraliers Shows, and popular Bingo days! The consequences of this twiddling are The Annual Holiday Bazaar November event has become a family tradition in Capshopping while enjoying complimentary socializing. For this festive event, The Gift Shop center. Tables displaying the crafts of over 20 women who have come together on the centers’ gift shop with enough warm fuzzies for the most ambitious holiday gift list. The selections are wide, and unlike most boutiques, the prices are extremely moderate with all proceeds for MCSC, which is owned and run by the seniors in our community. Our happy thumb twiddlers have
their hands. Donations of supplies by members of the community include leftovers from their own projects as well as remnants from yard or estate sales in the area. Some regular shoppers prefer the
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get any better, the Lavender Sisters have lection of gifts made with lavender. Coupon Books are available at the front desk and be sure to take a look at the display of memorable bricks-- available
on acrylics. cotton, wool, angora, mohair and the new ribbon yardages and practical scrubbies knitted or crocheted from net or tulle. It’s
gazebo in the garden area honoring loved ones, celebrating an occasion, or sharing your favorite inspiring word or quote. It’s clear that the MCSC is a one-stop shopping experience for our community.
basket with household items including exquisitely hand embroidered dishtowels, tea cozies, and washcloths. Uniquely styled bookmarks make a thoughtful gift or a nice addition to that perfect book
Think about putting November 18th on your calendar from 8:30 ‘til 2:00 and come dling your thumbs with glee knowing you’re ready to relax and enjoy the upcoming holidays!
Thanksgiving
book corner. Margo Atkinson has been the activity director of the Gift Shops’ Thursday Brown Bag Luncheon for over a decade and seen changes and positive growth. The craft group meets Thursdays from 11:30 to whenever usually around 3:00 and it’s very clear “every stitch is made with Grandma’s love.” The craftwork is top of the line and the productivity of the Thursday crafting is all contributed to the gift shop. The generosity of the craftspeople is amazing with skills including cross-stitch, embroidery, sewing, crocheting knitting and other crafts are always being shared. Hedy, an active member in many areas of the center is always ready to troubleshoot any projects that have gone array and enjoys welcoming new members who want to learn basic and Just when you’re thinking it can’t ACROSS
1. What car does over time 6. *Traveler’s purchase 9. Kind of cola 13. Opening 14. ___ de Triomphe 15. Opposite of domesticated 16. Beer garden mug 17. Hula dancer’s necklace 18. “Haste makes waste,” e.g. 19. *Thanksgiving game day stars 21. *Peeps around the table 23. “But I heard him exclaim, ____ he drove out of sight ...”
Hedy and Margo get ready for the MCSC annual Holiday Bazaar
24. Queen of Carthage 25. British broadcaster 28. Fungal spore sacs 30. Angry dispute 35. Rhine tributary 37. “Cogito, ____ sum” 39. Did like a star at night 40. Assortment 41. *Last float passenger 43. Larger-than-life 44. Like a neon sign 46. Catcher’s catcher 47. Facts and figures 48. Nile and Mississippi ____ 50. Plural of “forum” 52. State of no-mindness 53. Impose, as in tax 55. Rage 57. *Star of the show on Thanksgiving 60. *”The Thanksgiving Song” singer
64. Small, olive-gray bird 65. Kind of printer 67. Nose of a missile 68. Donated live-saver 69. Born, in society pages 70. Child-eating daemon, in Greek mythology 71. Do this at a funeral 72. Symbolized by elephant 73. Funny
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Ready or Not, Here Comes Winter! By Fire Captain Ryan Peters, Aptos La Selva Fire District
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is an interesting time of year for the Fire Service as we transition from summer and fall into winter. This time of year presents a spectrum of issues we should prepare for. The coming Winter storms dictate that we take some time to address Winter related hazards and consider what we can do now to protect ourselves and our property. It’s much better to spend a little time now and correct items around your property in the warm sun than to do so in the middle of a pouring rain at night. Take a look around your property; is it ready for the rainy season? Have the gutters on your house been cleaned? Are the downspouts free of obstructions and connected to your drainage system if present? While looking at the gutters on the house what does the roof look like? Now is the time to arrange for repairs or replacement. Will rain water drain away from your home or will it accumulate? Does drainage from your property impact your neighbor’s property? Is your property ready for the strong winds that we often see during the winter? Take time now to secure loose items in the yard or store them for winter. Have any limbs or trees in question checked and removed if necessary. Be ready to spend several days
extra batteries on hand and, if possible, a landline telephone which requires no household electricity to operate. If you rely solely on your cell phone, consider purchasing a solar charger for electronic devices. A battery-operated radio is also a great addition to any home survival kit. have the chimney cleaned and inspected, insure that a proper chimney cap and spark arrestor are in place. Check for limbs that may have grown over or near your chimney and trim them back at least 10 feet. In years past,
accumulated over the summer. During strong winter storms, avoid
and physically move a vehicle. As little as six inches of moving water can knock you put during storms unless told otherwise by local emergency responders. Please, Please do not touch, walk over or drive across down power lines. Even if downed lines appear to be dead they may still be energized or become energized at
to cross over down power lines ask yourself, is the reason for crossing worth my life? If sible keep sandbags, plastic sheeting and starts. It’s also the holiday season; everyone is busy with the hustle and bustle that goes with this time of year. While you are enjoying family and friends this year please take a few moments to ensure their safety. Statistics show that during the month in residential buildings with the leading causes being cooking and home heating activities. While you are busy in the kitchen this year pay close attention to the common can often become distracted during this time of the year, by family, friends and the great adult beverages we enjoy together. the holidays will result from either food or cooking equipment being left unattended or combustible items like towels, wooden utensils, oven mitts and cook books being left too close to a heat source. Keep all combustibles well away from any heat source and never leave items cooking left unattended, it only takes a few minutes for oil in a pan to reach its ignition temperature and possibly ruin a holiday. During the holidays we also see the
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Be very careful with candles keep them away from combustible items and never leave a candle burning when you leave the house or go to bed. Make sure if you have is a tool, a very dangerous tool that should never be played with. Depending on the age of your children you may consider taking this time of year to teach them the
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Why We Vaccinate Our Pets Against Rabies By Tiffany L. Mitchener, DVM
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ost Americans have never seen an animal with a case of rabies. The image of the mad, aggressive, salivating animal has been fostered by Hollywood – think “Cujo” or “Old Yeller.” Most people have a vague sense of unease regarding the disease and know the importance of maintaining their pets’ regularly scheduled “shots.” But if so few have ever personally encountered the disease, why do public health authorities take it so seriously?
What is rabies? abies is a virus that infects only mammals. It is transmitted from animal to animal when saliva from one mammal breaks the skin of another, commonly with a bite. Once a bite occurs, the virus infects the nervous system and travels slowly to the brain. There are no symptoms during this time, which can last from 4 to 12 weeks. This “silent period” is the only time that an animal or human will respond to medical treatment. Once the virus is in the brain, it rep-
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walking, cannot eat or drink, or is showing changes in normal behavior What if a wild animal bites my pet? kirmishes do occur regularly between wild and domestic animals. It is important to follow guidelines if you know your pet was bitten by a wild animal: pening; you might be harmed. Do not attempt to capture a wild animal on your own.
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Community Calendar Aptos Chamber of Commerce Saturday December 2 Holiday Craft Fair and Tree Lighting
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Holiday Mixer
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network with other chamber and community members. Cost: $20 members/ $25 nonmembers
Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce Saturday November 18
The Salvation Army Watsonville Community Christmas Concert for Performing Arts dmission $5 Per Person and 2 non-perishable cans of food or a new toy at the venue beginning at 5:30 p.m. Free for children under 10. Advance Tickets available in advance at 214 Union Street or by calling (831) 724-3922. Food, toys, and
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Monday November 20 Media Conference & Community Celebration
Felton Farmer’s Market
2.30–6.30 p.m., St John’s Church in Felton 120 Russell Overeaters Anonymous Ave, Felton Nar-Anon Santa Cruz7:00pm-8:00pm, Soquel Congrehe Felton Farmers’ Market Greater Bay Area (GBA) started in 1987 and is the of Northern California o you have problem with second oldest market in Santa food? Come join us for a hat is co-dependency? What is Cruz County. The market boasts enabling? What is this insanity? friendly free 12 step support group a variety of certified organic Am I the only one who feels this way? with the solution. Teens and adults fruits and vegetables and artisan welcome. It will be held in the Join Nar-Anon, world wide foods. Anne Hutchinson Room. fellowship of relatives and friends of
Thursday December 7
Cost: $5 members/ $10 nonmembers
(831) 430-3078
Ongoing Events CASA Orientations to Become Advocates for Children
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foster care. Court appointed special advocates are everyday people that, with just a few hours a week can have a lifetime of impact for a child who has been abused or neglected. More info www.casaof santacruz.
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Friday Shakespeare Club Wellness on the Cancer Journey of Santa Cruz
11-12:30 pm, Old Soquel Plaza Overeaters Anonymous earn how to safely support 6:30-7:30pm Christ Lutheran your body and emotions Church, 10707 Soquel Dr. Aptos through the journey of Cancer Invisible/Alienated o you have a problem with - from diagnosis to softening Grandparents Support Group food? Come Join us for a the impact of chemo, radiation, 2:30 - 4 p.m., Christ Lutheran friendly free 12-step support and recovering well from Church, 10707 Soquel Drive, group with the solution group surgery. Aptos with the solution. Teens and We’ll address nausea, low ed by Dr. Pat Hanson author adults welcome. Includes com- energy, weakness, digestion, of Invisible Grandparents: pulsive overeating, anorexia immune support, grief, stress Leave a Legacy of Love Whether and bulimia. and more. You Can Be There or Not this will Located in the Gazebo Room. Feel free to bring your partner be a safe structured environment or care team to this free class. for sharing stories if you so Please come fed; water is choose, and learning healthy available. ways to deal with separation Limited Seats. Please register all from anyone. Co-sponsored attendees on Eventbrite — Wellness Orientations to Become by Alienated Grandparents 831Advocates for Children Anonymous www.AGA-FL. 254-3270 to RSVP. Address given 6 pm, 65 Nielson Street #121 org a national organization upon registration receipt. that provide information and ASA volunteer Advocates support to grandparents who feel receive 35 hours of alienated or estranged to their Co-working Unbound specialized training. Court grandchildren. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Live Oak Questions: pat@invisiblegrand appointed special advocates are everyday people that, with Santa Cruz just a few hours a week can o-working Unbound have a lifetime of impact for a is headed to the Live child who has been abused or WomenCARE ARM-in-ARM Oak library! Join us for free neglected. 12:30 - 2 p.m. co-working in the company of omenCARE ARM-in-ARM in the next Advocate training fellow Santa Cruz freelancers, support group for women contact cita@casaofsantacruz. independent professionals, with advanced, recurrent and remote workers, creatives, metastatic cancers. Meets startup founders, community weekly Mondays & Tuesdays, organizers, ideators and more. with a separate meeting every We welcome everyone to Geezer Golfers First and Third Tuesday every co-work with us at the library. month. Our goal is to provide the Course, 263 Mt. Herman Rd., Registration required. Call 457collaborative atmosphere of coworking to a broad spectrum 2273 for more information and to eeling overpar? So do we, of people who can benefit register. No cost to attend. the “Geezer Golfers of from the relationships, mutual support and connections to join our affable group of essential to creating a thriving Business Debtors Anonymous business. is a beautiful 9-hole course in Church, Parish Hall, 532 Center want to spend time working on it, Questions? Call Jim at 831-685Street, Santa Cruz. come work with us!
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ome join a dynamic, supportive group of people at all levels of experience from 6:30-7:30 p.m., Christ Lutheran Caregiver Support Group beginners to more advanced. Economy: Ed Durkee, President Church, Gazebo Room, 10707 12-1 p.m., PAMF, 2850 Com& CEO – Goodwill Central Coast We’re here to help you discover mercial Crossing, Santa Cruz your voice and share it effecatz Cancer Center, PAMF and Deputy Superintendent – Santa tively. Everyone is welcome! Hospice of Santa Cruz County Blvd) o you have a problem with Follow us on Facebook: invite you to attend a Caregiver Support Group for those caring food? Please check out our Facebook.com/AptosNoonToastPresident – Palo Alto Medical for someone with a serious illness. free, friendly 12-Step support masters or more info: (831) 236-1171 When a loved one is seriously ill, group with the solution. All President Community Programs it can be a challenge for the entire teens and adults welcome! family. In this ongoing support For current times and locations of Captain Jorge Zamora – Watsonville group, we will share stories, other meetings: www.santaSanta Cruz Sons in Retirement learn tools for coping and receive cruzoa.org/meetings. Or call our ronment: Laura Segura, Executive Monthly Meeting support from people who care. Director – Monarch Services Noon, Elks Lodge at 150 Jewell St. Contact Hospice of Santa Cruz 275 Main Street he 2017 Community
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support group for adults grieving the death of a family member or a friend. This group is a place where you can share stories, learn tools for coping, and receive support from people who care. For more information, please call (831) 430-3000.
6:30 p.m., Aptos Village Park, 100 Aptos Creek Road. ant to make a difference in our community? Join the Cabrillo Lions Club twice every month and see what you can do to help in Santa Cruz County. Please RSVP cabrillolions@ gmail.com
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First Baptist Church Bible Study
Dated Events Saturday November 25 Small Business Saturday Santa Cruz County
Santa Cruz County, 82% of Iwithnbusinesses are small businesses fewer than 10 employees. Celebrate and support your local small businesses all day and get your holiday shopping done!
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Overeaters Anonymous
Saturday December 2
11 a.m.: Worship irst Baptist Church of Aptos welcomes you to join their bible study and worship every Sunday. Call (831) 688-5842 for more info
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Volunteers Needed for the Monterey Symphony
Arts and Entertainment for information about booking (donations are tax deductible). www.PeninsulaBanjoBand.org
Lucky Steppers Modern Square Dance 6:30 pm, La Selva Beach Clubhouse, 314 Estrella Ave., La
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Downtown Santa Cruz Antique Street Fair
5:30 p.m., Santa Cruz Harbor lways a holiday favorite, the parade features up to 50 boast decked out in a sea of lights at the Small Craft Harbor! The parade happens rain or shine. Santacruzharbor.org
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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 Hwy 1, turns into Playa Blvd., turn collectibles, vintage Hawaiian right on Estrella) kitsch, turquoise, original artwork, For more information, contact Sue and a whole lot of whatnot! Harris or Don Benson at (831) Weather Permitting! 726-7053 or e-mail at caller4u@ For more info, please call (831) att.net.
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he Monterey Symphony is seeking volunteers. If you love Friendship Put to Music! music and want to be involved, 6:30 p.m., New Hall, La Selva Beach Science Sunday please call (831) 646-8511 or visit Club House, 3124 Estrella Ave. www.montereysymphony.org for lasses every Thursday night. For more information. more information call Sue Harris eymour Marine Discovery or Don Benson (831) 726-7053 or Center presents a public lecture email at caller4u@att.net from a marine scientist the third Cabrillo Youth Strings/ Sunday of every month. Topics Suzuki Music Program are presented in an entertaining new entry-level String Orchestra class 4th- 6th Monthly Argentine Tango at Star and easy-to-understand format, up-to-date photos, video, and Grade Beginning Strings for Bene Italian/Argentine Restarante with discussion. violin, viola and cello will be
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Friday December 15 thru Sun. December 17 The Nutcracker Ballet
Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre Santa Cruz tradition! Our sixteenth production with full professional orchestra at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium. Guest starring SCBT alumna Melody Mennite, who will be partnered by fellow Houston Ballet principal dancer Ian Casady. The Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre Orchestra is conducted by our Music Director Pamela Martin. For more information please visit www.santacruzballet.com
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Monte Carlo Night at the German/American Club
Cruz he German/American Club 7 p.m., Volunteer Center of of Santa Cruz presents Monte Santa Cruz, 1740 17th Ave., Carlo Night. Blackjack, Craps and your favorite Casino games plus titchers-by-the-Sea, the local food and great fun all for entrance First Friday Art Tour chapter of the Embroiderers’ charge of only $10. he First Friday Art Tour is a Santa Guild of America, holds regular Cruz Institute of Contemporary meetings open to the public each Arts event, managed in conjunction month. No admission fees. with the participating art venues. The Friday December 1 event takes place year-round and illuminates some of the most talented thru Sun. December 3 BINGO local artists from local galleries. Heritage Holiday Craft & Gift 6:30 p.m. Santa Cruz Elks Lodge, Fair 150 Jewell St. osted by Soquel Sports Sun, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Santa Cruz Foundation. Buy-In $15. Full snack bar available. First rafts, gifts, antiques and colTuesday of each month is special lectables, food court, toy trains, $25 buy in (up to five packs). visit Santa and free carousel rides. Join us! Great family fun! 2nd Saturday on the Farm www.soquelsports.com
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don’t let the small things bother you. Your cheerful mood is contagious later in the month, which makes you a popular person to be around. Happily say yes to all invitations.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)
You feel comfortable around people who have similar interests as the month begins, but there’s nothing wrong with expanding your horizons. If you aren’t getting anywhere with a current project, it might be time to scrap it and move on to something else. You have great detailed ideas mid-month, and you’re a valuable asset to any group project. As someone who judges yourself between family duties and work or school responsibilities late in November, but you’ll lose sleep
Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)
Can you really believe what’s right in front of you as the month begins? There are illusions (especially when love or money is involved) that can be extremely misleading. You’re patient about your long-term goals mid-November, and you have a peaceful feeling that everything is on your face because you know you have luck on your side. Making connections is your thing, and it seems extra easy late in the month. You’re an inspiration to anyone who has a hard time getting up in front of an audience. It seems so easy for you!
Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)
Be good to yourself as November begins. Be gentle and kind, and treat yourself the way you deserve to be treated (and include an indulgent delicacy of some kind)! You’re ready to trade in something old for something new mid-month, but there may be more strings attached to the exchange than you realize. Be sure to do your homework if there’s money involved. You’re in a noticeably good mood near the end of the month, which makes people want to spend time with you. If you’d rather be alone, just say the word. Others are accommodating when you explain how you feel.
Aries (March 21-April 20)
Nothing like starting the month out with a little trouble. Lay low and postpone as many important meetings or meet-ups as possible until you’re feeling better able to cope with what the world throws your way. Anyone who tries to cross you once you’re ready had better watch their back. There are serious things to deal with mid-month, and you aren’t afraid to explore your emotions to come up with positive solutions. You have extreme willpower, which makes you an immovable mountain of determination. You get along with driven people best late in November, because you can’t imagine just sitting around and doing nothing. If you do have some free time, why not conquer the world?
Taurus (April 21-May 21)
Do you have problems at the start of the month? Tell your troubles to a good friend. You’ll mental note mid-November to embrace life more, you’ll be amazed at the opportunities that accompany you. The bigger the group, the more memories you make.
Gemini (May 22-June 21)
You feel that your thoughts are transparent as November begins, but no one can see what’s really going on in your head. Take some deep breaths when it gets to be too much. Everyone else is going through it, too. You love to learn new things mid-month, so auditing classes or watching how-to videos is right up your alley. And once you learn a new skill, you’ll have so much fun teaching it to others! You could feel claustrophobic among your belongings late in the month, so removing some clutter might be in order. Throw out the trash, but try to give away the things that still have use or value. And recycle as much as possible, of course.
You’re anxious to get something new started mid-month, but jumping the gun could have disastrous consequences. Be sure you have your ducks in a row before the race begins. You’re stuck inside your shell late in November, and you don’t feel like coming out even for the more alluring reasons. It’s OK to want to be alone, but if there’s something more going on, be sure to talk to someone about it.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)
New and novel tips and tricks catch your eye as the month begins, especially ones you can learn and perform to wow your friends and family. Have you ever considered becoming a magician? You’d certainly love the stage time! Long-term plans are the focus mid-November, and being frugal is advantageous. These kinds of skills don’t come to you naturally, but you embrace new challenges wholeheartedly. Your strong personality clashes with other outgoing
Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)
As November begins, one of your biggest pet peeves is when people waste your time. You make a
Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre
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The big lesson on at the beginning of November is learning to accept people’s advice. You don’t want to bother anybody with your problems, but close friends and relatives could have the answer to your dilemma. It isn’t a sign of weakness to ask for help. You’re all smiles mid-
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isn’t your strong suit right now. You aren’t used to following your urges, but something might be too good to pass up mid-month. Is it truly better to regret something you did rather than something you didn’t do? You only live once, so what’s holding you back? You run out of patience easily later to relax more and stress less, but that’s much more easily said than done.
Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)
There’s so much happening as the month begins, that you can barely hear yourself think. You don’t mind keeping busy, but work or play overload isn’t healthy for anyone. Find some quiet space if you need it. You’re an energetic team leader mid-month, but you don’t always play fair. You want to win, but doing so at any cost isn’t good sportsmanship. Your ego may have to take a hit in the November, especially if you don’t have a set agenda. There are plenty of possibilities to explore, but you don’t have to go down every road that’s accessible.
Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)
You can do a lot to change negative perceptions of you, but let’s face it, you just don’t care all that much. You mostly live for the moment, so it can be hard to keep the big picture in mind, However, it would be in your best interests to be a forward thinker early in the month, because if you don’t start planning now, success in the future will be much harder to attain. You’re a powerful presence mid-November, and your friends are glad that they are on your good side. If you have enemies or competitors, they should be quaking in their boots. You can pass any tests that are given to you late in the month, especially if you know what to study ahead of time. Preparing for success is one of your favorite pastimes.
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raditional horticultural technology that was so common in the orchards — that were also more common — was more practical than much of what we do in our home gardens today. Orchardists got good insects to take out the bad insects. They got mulberry trees to distract hungry birds from maturing apricots and prunes. They even got weedy annuals to control other weeds. Through winter, cool season cover crops help control insects, weeds and erosion, and also condition the soil for whatever gets planted in their place later. Once it got established, mustard grew wild in many orchards. It selfneed to be reseeded. It grew fast, and shaded out other nastier weeds. Anyone who wanted to pick greens could take all they wanted without setting it back. It was sometimes tilled in early, or cut early and left on the surface as mulch, but was probably most often left to die back
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naturally. Besides controlling weeds, the mustard improved the soil and kept it friable, both by dispersing roots through it, and also by decomposing into it. Other types of cover crops help limit erosion through winter, or improve soil fertility. All are very easy to plant and grow, and almost all get all the water they need from rain through winter. They only need to be cut and tilled when they are done. Orchard mustard that never gets cut or tilled is never really done. It just perpetuates itself. Cover crops in home gardens are done when we say they are done, before the space is needed for something else. Some should be cut before self sowing and becoming more a weed than a cover crop, whether or not the space is needed right away. Cover crops get planted by simply broadcasting seed onto freshly tilled soil that will not be used for anything until next year. After seed is broadcast, the soil can be raked lightly to cover the seed. If it is not watered right away, rain will take care of it. Fava beans, oats, barley, millet, clover and annual rye grass are some of the more familiar cover crops. Sesame and sorghum are rarely used. Freeway ice plant and old varieties of common geranium (Pelargonium X hortorum) can function as appealing perennial cover crops. The ice plant can be cut from established colonies and plugged as short cuttings about four inches long. When geraniums get cut back, the pieces can likewise be processed into cuttings. Unlike annuals, these would get removed when their space is needed.
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It blooms in summer and again in
autumn, although autumn bloom can be inhibited if plants are not groomed of deteriorating stems from the previous bloom. Like related gaillardia
Flowers start out like any other
downward around the more rigid forming cones. Flowers can stand almost three feet high, mostly on unbranched stems. Many popular varieties stay lower. Leaves and stems are somewhat hairy or raspy. Old varieties were mostly purple or lavender. Newer varieties can be orange, yellow, red, pink, white or green. Big plants can be divided after autumn bloom, or in spring.
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spreading to the entire room in just a couple of minutes. If you have a real tree keep it well watered and remove a dry tree right away. Always keep the tree well away heater and inspect all lights that you place on the tree and never leave them on while away from home or when going to bed. Make sure you always have working
smoke detectors in your home, change the batteries twice a year; you should have done this in November with the time change. While maybe not as exciting as many other holiday gifts, the gift of a smoke detector, guisher may give the gift of life. On behalf of the members of the Aptos La Selva Fire District I would like to wish you and your family a happy and safe holiday season. Oh and don’t forget you can spread the joy of the holiday season donating food or toys for those in need. For more information please visit an excellent informative website at www.usfa.
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much of him time outside in a dog run, without the company that he so craves as soft as a puppy and he is a bit grey around the muzzle (we like to call that Sugar Lipped) but he is spunky and fun – ready to move on and up in the world! Adopting a senior pet is a special gift, to you and the pet that you adopt! Older dogs like Max have matured and when you meet them, “what you see is what you get,” there isn’t the same sort of guess work involved. Max doesn’t need the same constant supervision or exercise that that a pup needs either. He does play a great game of fetch though! Max is a seven year-old, neutered, shorthaired, Chihuahua mix. To adopt your new friend, visit one of the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter locations, or their website at www.scanimalshelter.org. Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter has two full-service, open-admission shelters: (Public Entrance): 1001 Rodriguez St., Santa Cruz, 95062 Hours: Daily 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wednesdays: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. : 580 Airport Blvd, Watsonville, CA 95076 Hours: Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (closed 12-1) Closed on Sunday SCCAS Main line: 831-454-7200. Animal Control: 831-454-7227. After-Hours : 831-471-1182
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