Capitola Times June 2012 by Times Publishing Group, Inc.

June 2012

C O M M U N I T Y N E W S T H AT M A K E S A D I F F E R E N C E

Vol 17 No. 6

Serving Central Santa Cruz County

‘Top 2’ is New for California

California Primary is June 5

Top 2 Primary lets you vote for any candidate (for most races), even if you are not in the same political party. The top two candidates — the ones who get the most votes in the primary — will be on the General Election ballot in November. Top 2 is new. It became law in 2010 when Prop 14 was passed. Before Top 2, each party could have one candidate on the General Election ballot for all party races. Now with Top 2, only two candidates get on the General Election ballot for most races — the two who got the most votes in the primary no matter what party they are from. Party preference refers to the political party that you and the candidate is registered with. It’s listed under each candidate’s name on the ballot. The word “None” appears for candidates who are not registered with a party. Top 2 applies only to the following voter-nominated offices: U.S. Senator • U.S. Congressperson • State Senator • State Assembly Member • Statewide constitutional offices. Top 2 does NOT apply to elections for President, Party Central Committees, or County Councils.

Officer Donald Hoover — first Santa Cruz County CHP officer killed in the line of duty — 1934.

By Noel Smith eventy-eight years after CHP Officer Donald Albert Hoover was killed at the age of 31 while on duty riding his motorcycle, a portion of Highway One will be dedicated

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in his honor. The actual commemoration will probably take place in September, but an informal ceremony was held in the Rio del Mar home of his 84-yearold son, Richard, who was only 6 years old when his father died. In an interview last August,

Richard said he remembered being told of his father’s untimely death. He is quoted in the Santa Cruz Sentinel as saying, “I remember the news, when they told me he had died in a crash. And I remember the big, beautiful, wonderful funeral that they

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gave him. There were several officers there in uniforms with their motorcycles. They said there was a procession out at the grave site that was three-quarters of a mile long, the most ever done at the time.”

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Tours of the Watsonville Wetlands iscover the wildlife and beauty of the Watsonville wetlands on a Wetlands Alive Tour, hosted by the Watsonville Watch. Attendees will Wetlands also explore a native-plant restoration area and tour the Fitz Wetlands Educational Resource Center, an important activity center for schools and the community. Tours will be given at 10 a.m. on the following Saturdays: June 9, July 14 and July 28. Tours are free and open to all ages. Meet at the Fitz Wetlands Educational Resource Center, at the top of the Pajaro Valley High School campus, 500 Harkins Slough Road, Watsonville. Please reserve a place by contacting Kathy Fieberling at 831-345-1226 or kathy@watsonvillewetlandswatch.org by the Friday noon before the tour. For more information and directions, visit www.watsonvillewetlandswatch.org. ••• Bogus Records Office Solicitation Costs Consumers omeowners across Santa Cruz and other California counties have received letters from Local Records Office of Norwalk, CA that appear to be from a government office. The letter identifies the homeowner’s property information and suggests that the homeowner purchase a

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copy of the Grant Deed at a cost of $89.00 Santa Cruz County District Attorney’s Consumer Affairs office warns: The letter appears to be from a government agency. It is not. The letter claims that the ordinary cost of a Grant Deed copy is $89 when, in fact, it is approximately $7. There is no need to obtain a copy of a deed unless you are involved in a property transaction Local Records Office is not local, is not a government agency and does not offer anything that homeowners can easily obtain if needed. Carefully review any solicitations that appear to be from government agencies. Consumers are urged to contact the District Attorney’s Consumer Affairs office at 454-2050 before responding to any questionable solicitations or billings. n

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Table of Contents

Cover Highway to Commemorate CHP Officer By Noel Smith ‘Top 2’ is New for California – California Primary is June 5

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Community News Tours of the Watsonville Wetlands • Bogus Records Office Solicitation Costs Consumers Seventh Annual ‘Bras For a Cause’ Gala and Auction – Capitola Soroptimists Calling for Entries Capitola Calendar for June 2012 – Highlights include Classic Cars, Vintage Motorcycles, Art and Music Entertaining Tales from the Big Apple – Cabrillo Stage 2012 Season Begins July 13; Runs Through Christmas Cabrillo College to open Solari Green Technology Center for Fall Community Library Celebrates 100 years – Ice Cream and Cake Celebrations to Commemorate the Event Growing Fresh Herbs for Great Entertaining New Volunteer Opportunities at Habitat for Humanity Santa Cruz County Local Elections • 2012 July 4 Parade and Fireworks Spectacular Three Myths of Senior Living Communities By Dwayne J. Clark CERT Training offered by Central Fire District • Cabrillo Announces Board of Trustees Vacancy June 2012 Department of Fish and Game Calendar Evaluate Your Social Media Habits – They are just as important as what is on your resume • Therapy for survivors of Child Sexual Abuse Peaceful Interludes & Tranquil Landscapes – An art exhibition presented by the Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County • Local Book Store Seeking to ‘Survive & Thrive’ State Ballot measures for the June 5 Primary

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Kids Camp Take Camp Skills to School Choosing the Best Summer Camp for Your Child

Business Profile Mulberry Gallery — Custom Framing, Portraits and Art Services By Cynthia Howe Monthly Horoscope • Page 29 - Your June Horoscope - Annabel Burton, Astrologer©

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Capitola Soroptimists Calling for Entries oroptimist International (SI) of Capitola-By-The-Sea is now calling for creative entries for its 7th annual “Bras For a Cause” fundraiser set for August 19 at 2 p.m. at Seascape Golf Club, 610 Clubhouse Drive, Aptos. In the past, a wide variety of materials from duct tape to concrete have been used to create bras using humor, drama, sports teams and other creative themes and ideas. Artists, wanna-be artists and anyone else who cares to can express themselves at this unique and popular event, which benefits the women of Santa Cruz County through various SI of Capitola-By-The-Sea programs. All submissions will be presented at the gala reception and auction where bidders will compete for these outstanding works of art, which are paired with valuable gift baskets in a silent auction, followed by a live auction featuring prizes such as travel opportunities, golf outings and other items. “We’re expecting another fantastic collection of amazing entries this year, some from the same artists who did such an unbelievable job last year,” said Mary Kashmar, co-chair of this year’s event. “Without exception, the entries for our auctions are always fun, beautiful, clever and creative works of art that support— pun intended—women and girls in Santa Cruz County.” Those who wish to participate may

Last year’s winning “Bras for a Cause” entry: Rock on Brah download an entry form from the www.bras4acause.org website and deliver or mail it along with the $25 entry fee and their art bra entries between August 1st and 3rd to any of the following three Coldwell Banker location(s): Aptos: 7979 Soquel Dr • Santa Cruz: 824 Mission St • Capitola: 2140 41st Ave. Judges will award cash prizes to the top three winners and ribbons to honorable mention entries. There is also a People’s Choice Award. All those submitting decorated bras for auction will receive a free ticket to the gala and auction (a $35 value), and a chance to win prizes at the live auction. n ••• Soroptimist, a coined Latin phrase meaning Best for Women, is a worldwide service organization for women who work to improve the lives of women and girls in local communities and throughout the world. For more information, or to become a member willing to work to help us help women and girls, visit the SI Capitola website at www.best4women.org or contact SI Capitola at info@best4women.org.

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Calendar • Arts & Entertainment – Pages 28 & 29

Seventh Annual ‘Bras For a Cause’ Gala and Auction

Featured Columnists The Book Bag by Robert Francis – Non-fiction covering many fascinating topics… Work in Progress by Camille Smith – Introverts Unite! (Oh, wait, that’s going to be tough…) Out & About by Josie Cowden Money Matters by Brian Cooke and Cole Strickland – Near-Zero Interest Rates: Trade-Offs for Investors Seniors in Action By Noreen Santaluce – Ninety Plus Club for Nonagenarians SPCA Featured Pet • Page 31 – Love for Linus

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Attention Property Owners in the Santa Cruz City Schools Elementary and High School Districts Notice of Availability of Senior Citizen Exemption from 2012-13 Parcel Taxes • If you own the property that is your principal place of residence; and • If your principal place of residence is in the Santa Cruz City Elementary or High School District; and • If you will be 65 years old or older on July 1, 2012, You are eligible to apply for an exemption from the Santa Cruz City Schools parcel taxes on your principal place of residence. A one-time application may be filed for exemption from all three parcel taxes (Measures A, B2 and P), with the exemption effective for the life of the parcel taxes, unless ownership of the property changes. For 2012-13, the parcel tax rates are: $28 per parcel per year, Measure A – Santa Cruz City High School District (within Santa Cruz City limits, and effective through 2012-2013 within the Live Oak, Soquel, Mountain, Happy Valley, Bonny Doon and Pacific Elementary School Districts) Supports Grades 9-12 Library & Counseling services $70 per parcel per year, Measure B2 – Santa Cruz City Elementary District (within Santa Cruz City limits) effective through 2012-2013 Supports Grades K-8 Art & Music programs, Library programs & Counseling services Measure P – Santa Cruz City Elementary District (within Santa Cruz City limits) $105 per parcel per year, Supports Grades K-3 Class Size Reduction, lowered Class Sizes in Grades 4-6, Library effective through 2016-17 services, Art supplies, Life Lab, & a variety of other K-6 programs Application forms are available from 5/1/12 – 6/30/12 at: Santa Cruz City Schools, 405 Old San Jose Rd., Soquel, CA 95073 Call 831-429-3410, ext. 223 or visit www.sccs.santacruz.k12.ca.us

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Capitola Calendar for June 2012

Highlights include Classic Cars, Vintage Motorcycles, Art and Music

apitola in the summer is an exciting place. We have a classic car show, vintage motorcycles and scooters, art and music on the beach, the exciting finish to the annual Wharf to Wharf, the Begonia Festival, and the summer-ending, classy Capitola Art & Wine. The point is, if you can’t find something exciting to do in Capitola, you must be someplace else. While you are recovering from all that excitement, you can work on your tan on the sand, or have a great meal overlooking Monterey Bay or Soquel Creek, shop for clothes, beachwear, souvenirs, art, jewelry, clocks and even sunglasses. And there is nothing like walking on the Esplanade, or on the beach, or out onto Capitola Wharf and just breathing the air and taking in the sights. Remember, Capitola has something

for everyone whether you want to just stare in wonder or you want excitement. Here is a list of just some of the things you can do in Capitola this June. We’ll keep you updated as the summer progresses. Enjoy! •••

Capitola Chamber Calendar for May/June 2012

May 31 • 5 – 7 pm All County Chambers “Mingle With the Candidates” Environmental Horticulture Center & Botanic Gardens at Cabrillo College eet Local Board of Supervisor Candidates before the June 5 election. Enjoy food and wine while mingling with the candidates. Tables will be set up for Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisor candidates to share information about themselves and their campaigns. All districts are invited to attend. All chambers will be participating. $5 Chamber members; $10 non-members.

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CHP Captain Matt Olson said, “When the CHP first started in 1929, all officers rode motorcycles; there were no patrol cars. Until 1944, all CHP officers were required to be trained motorcycle riders. It really is an honor to be able to reach back into the past to honor one of our own.” According to Richard’s wife, Jean, Captain Matt Olson that event didn’t discourage the family from being motorcycle enthusiasts. “Richard and I took many rides throughout the west on our Gold Wing. We loved the people we would ride with and meet on our adventures.” Unfortunately 84-year-old Richard is dying of brain cancer. He was aware of the ceremony but has lost the power of speech. When the CHP found out his situation, Olson and CHP Public Information Officer, Sarah Jackson wanted to make sure that Richard could take part, so they put together this event presenting Richard with a plaque honoring his father. Richard’s daughter Donna Edwards was also there from St. Joseph Missouri to

June 1 • 5 – 9 (Times may vary depending on location) First Friday Art Tour in Capitola Village njoy art, appetizers, wine & music at various shops in Capitola Village June 2 • 10AM - 3PM Woof to Woof Skypark in Scotts Valley og parade, contests, silent auction, raffle, vendors. Free admission, free parking. Proceeds benefit Vista Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired. www.wooftowoof.com June 3 & 17 • 11am - 5pm (Music 2 - 4pm) Art & Music at the Beach Esplanade Park in Capitola Village rt & Music at the Beach happens every first and third Sunday throughout the summer.

Jean and Richard Hoover receive a plaque representing the dedication that will be made in his father’s honor in September. help take care of her father, and he is also being cared for by Hospice of Santa Cruz County. The death of CHP Officer Donald Hoover was the first of three CHP officers killed on duty in Santa Cruz County and one of the 222 officers who have given their lives in the service of the citizens of

California since 1929. The site of Donald’s death in 1934 is what was known at the time as “Slaughterhouse Curve” at the intersection of Commercial Way and Soquel Drive near General Feed & Seed. The section of Highway 1 that is to carry his name will be nearby. n

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Entertaining Tales from the Big Apple

Cabrillo Stage 2012 Season Begins July 13; Runs Through Christmas

abrillo Stage, the professional musical theatre company at Cabrillo College, takes a bite out of the Big Apple for their 31st season, with four stories based in The City. Cabrillo Stage’s 2012 summer repertory season of thought-provoking and entertaining tales from the Big Apple opens with Broadway’s singular sensation, A Chorus Line, performing in the Cabrillo Crocker Theater July 13 – August 12. Next it’s romance from New York to the high seas in Cole Porter’s classic Anything Goes performing July 27 – August 19. In the intimate Cabrillo Black Box Theater, Cabrillo Stage is proud to present the world premiere of a poignant yet comic story of coming of age in the projects with Escaping Queens, August 10 – 19. The Christmas season will bring riotous screwball comedy to the ballet in A Night At The Nightcracker, playing December 14 – 30. ••• A Chorus Line irector Janie Scott returns to Cabrillo Stage to direct A Chorus Line. Scott, an original member of the 1970s Broadway Chorus Line Touring Company, will stay true to the show’s time and place of 1975. A Chorus Line is a stunning musical-vérité

A Chorus Line

about a chorus audition for a Broadway musical. It tells of the achingly poignant ambitions of professional Broadway gypsies to land a job in a show, and is a powerful metaphor for all human aspiration. A brilliantly complex fusion of dance, song and compellingly authentic drama, the show was instantly recognized as a classic, receiving nine Tony Awards and a Pulitzer, among many other prizes. It is recognized as one of the longest running shows on Broadway. Adult themes. Anything Goes ikau Alvaro of New York directs the Cole Porter classic Anything Goes, with Michael McGushin as Musical Director. This saucy and splendid revival is one of the great musicals in Broadway history. As the S.S. American heads out to sea from New York to England, two unlikely pairs set off on a cruise to true love… prov-

ing that sometimes destiny needs a little help from a crew of singing sailors, an exotic disguise and some good old-fashioned blackmail. Peppering this hilariously bumpy ride are memorable Cole Porter favorites, including “I Get A Kick out of You,” “It’s De-lovely” and “Anything Goes.”

President in the primary. You can write in a candidate for voternominated offices at the primary election, but not for the general election. For other contests, you are allowed to write in a candidate at both the primary and general elections. There are three ways to find out which party you registered with: Look on the back cover of your Sample Ballot and Voter ’s Information Pamphlet. Your party is printed next to your name and address. If you did not register with a party, it says NPP. • Call our office at 831-454-2060, or • Visit our website at: www.votescount.com To change your political party fill out a new Voter Registration card and return it at least 15 days before the election. The deadline to register for the June 2012 election is May 21, 2012. Fill out a new Voter Registration card only if you have: Moved • Changed your name, or • Think you haven’t voted in the last 4 years. You can get a Voter Registration card at: Online at www.votescount.com • Post

office • Library • City Hall • Fire Station, and • County Clerk/Elections Office. n •••

Escaping Queens – World Premiere abrillo Stage’s third offering for the summer is the world premiere of local composer Joe Oritz’s musical memoir Escaping Queens, directed by Greg Fritsch. In the shadow of the Queensboro Bridge lies the heart-rending and comic story of an immigrant family. Through the eyes of a young boy we meet a zany cast of jubilant characters—a gambling Puerto Rican father, a nurturing Italian mother, a lovecrazed teenager, a lurking neighborhood bookie and Doo Wop kids singing on the street corner—who together weave the tale of a desperate escape from New York. A Night at the Nutcracker ickets are also currently available for Cabrillo Stage’s Christmas show, A Night At The Nutcracker, directed by Andrew Ceglio. This Christmas production runs December 14 - 30, 2012. The Marx Brothers played havoc with the worlds of opera and horse racing. What if they’d had a crack at a ballet company? The hilarity ensues in this musical farce when the world’s greatest detective, Felix T. Filibuster, teams up with Pinchie the silent butler and his Italian friend, Pepponi.

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The Top 2 candidates m ight be from the same party, different parties, or no declared party. If only one or two candidates are running for an office, they will appear on the ballot in the primaries. You will receive a ballot for your party if you are registered with one of these parties: American Independent • Democratic • Green • Libertarian • Peace and Freedom • Republican Your party’s primary ballot will have: Your party’s candidates for President and central committee, and all candidates from all parties for voter-nominated and nonpartisan offices, and State or local measures. You are not allowed to vote a different party’s primary ballot. If you did not select any party when you registered or if you registered Decline to State, Independent, or Nonpartisan, you are a No Party Preference Voter, or NPP. NPP ballots will NOT let you vote for

For questions about Top 2 call the Registrar of Voters at 831-454-2060, or Visit their website at: www.votescount.com

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Future dates are: July 1 & 15 and Aug 5 & 19. for more information, visit www.ci.capitola.ca.us/capcity.nsf/About UpCmEvt.html June 6 • 4 - 8:30pm (Ribbon Cutting at 5pm) Britannia Arms of Capitola One-Year Anniversary Celebration irst 100 guests receive complimentary gift bag. 4 - 6PM Happy Hour - all drinks at 1981 prices plus complimentary hors d’oeuvres. Live music begins at 7:30PM. Anniversary Cake Cutting at 8PM. Drawing for prizes at 8:30PM. June 9 & 10 • Sat 9am - 5pm • Sun 9am - 2pm Seventh Annual Capitola Rod & Custom Classic On the Esplanade in Capitola Village … rain or shine! eaturing over 300 Hot Rods, Muscle Cars, Coupes, Roadsters, Customs and Classics — vintage to 1972. Enjoy the new Beer Garden, Vendor Booths, Music, Raffle, Silent Auction, NASCAR Race Cars, Exotics, Trophies and more. Hear the roar and watch these dream machines cruise the coastline from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in to Capitola Village starting approximately 8:30 pm on Saturday morning. Feel the oldies rock and roll vibe with live music from The Sparkletones, 50’s music at its best, on Saturday afternoon on the bandstand at Esplanade Park. It’s a

Find the part you’ve been looking for at the Motorcycle Swap Meet or your dream motorcycle in the Bike Corral where used motorcycles and scooters will be for sale. Vendors showcase the latest in bike accessories, clothing, equipment, parts and more. Enjoy food, music and awards. Motorcycle/Scooter, Swap, Sponsorship and Bike Corral registration forms available. For more information call the Chamber at (831) 475-6522 or visit www.bikesonthebay.com. Event hosted by the Capitola-Soquel Chamber of Commerce. June 27 • 6 - 8PM Twilight Concert Esplanade Park in Capitola Village Featuring: Mike Hammar and the Nails - Blues Free concert every Wednesday thru Aug 29 n ••• Calendar & line-up at: www.ci.capitola.ca.us/capcity.nsf/AboutUpCm Evt.html

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Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m., weekend matinees at 2 p.m. – Anything Goes plays Wednesday - Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m., weekend matinees at 2 p.m. – Escaping Queens plays Wednesday Saturday evenings at 8:00 p.m., Sunday matinees at 3 p.m. Cabrillo Crocker Theater, 6500 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA. TICKETS: Online now at www.cabrillostage.com. Staffed box office at 831-479-6154 starting June 19 Prices $20 - $46 (including ticket fees). Information: www.cabrillostage.com ••• Cabrillo Stage is a non-profit, non-union professional summer stock musical theatre company dedicated to presenting full-scale Broadway musicals to the greater Monterey Bay Area. Each summer since 1981, Cabrillo Stage has provided thousands of Santa Cruz county residents and visitors with unforgettable, critically acclaimed productions, noted for innovative sets, beautiful costumes, an outstanding pit orchestra and talented, professional performers. Jon Nordgren, Producing Artistic Director.

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June 20 • 6 - 8pm Twilight Concert Esplanade Park in Capitola Village eaturing: Wally’s Swing World – Big Band Swing Free concert every Wednesday staring June 20 and ending August 29 (Capitola Beach is an alcohol free beach. Open container laws are enforced.) Calendar & line-up at: http://www.ci.capitola.ca.us/capcity.nsf/ AboutUpCmEvt.html June 21 • 5 - 6:30pm After-Hours Mixer Hosted by Stella Page Designs 2121 41st Avenue, Suite 103 in Capitola ix & mingle while enjoying hors d’oeuvres & beverages. Remember to bring your business cards! $5 CapitolaSoquel Chamber members; $10 non-members. June 24 • 9am - 4pm BIKES ON THE BAY Vintage Motorcycle Show Capitola Mall Parking Lot on 41st Avenue intage motorcycles, scooters and vendors on display. Admission is FREE! Bring the family and check out hundreds of pre-1989 vintage American, British, European and Japanese motorcycles and scooters.

fun-filled weekend in Capitola complete with awesome cars, great music, charming shops, restaurants for every taste, and good family fun at the beach! Car registration is still being accepted for Sunday only, with a wait-list for Saturday; however, vendor space is still available. If you have an auto-related business, this is the place to showcase your goods! Event supports the Capitola Public Safety and Community Service Foundation. Call the Capitola-Soquel Chamber of Commerce at (831) 475-6522 for more information or visit the website: www.capitolacarshow.com

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Together they come to the rescue of Constance Stuffington, patron of the arts, whose fortune has been swindled away. Can opening night of the city’s Nutcracker Suite Ballet be saved in time? With slapstick comedy, one-liners, chases, beautiful girls, musical numbers and the craziest version of The Nutcracker you’ll ever see, it’s fun for the whole family! Subscription and individual tickets sales are now available online. Staffed box office opens June 19. Watch for special ticket giveaways, post-show discussions with cast and crew, and a special World Premiere Gala Banquet Benefit Performance of Escaping Queens on August 10. The Gala includes dinner at the Sesnon House catered by Gayle’s Bakery and opening night seats to Escaping Queens for $100 per person, all of which is a fundraiser for Cabrillo Stage. n ••• Season runs July 13 to December 30, 2012. A Chorus Line plays Wednesday -

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Cabrillo College to open Solari Green Technology Center for Fall

ith construction recently completed, Cabrillo College today announces that its Green Technology Center on the Watsonville Campus will open for classes in fall semester 2012 and will be named the Solari Green Technology Center, in honor of local philanthropists Mary Solari and the late Dick Solari. When plans for the project began in 2008, local philanthropists Dick and Mary Solari came forward with a generous gift of $500,000 to establish the Solari Green Technology Center Endowment. Resources from the Solari’s endowment will help accelerate the development and enhance the operations of the center. The Solari Green Technology Center will serve as a

Mary and Dick Solari

regional resource to prepare local students for jobs related to energy conservation, and sustainable design, practices, and tech-

nologies in the construction and energy management fields. “This generous donation underscores the Solari’s long-standing commitment to Cabrillo and the community,” said Cabrillo College President Brian King. “The late Dick Solari began his career as a young man doing manual labor and craft work at Granite Construction, where he eventually became President, CEO and Chairman of the Board. He wanted to provide opportunities for the next generation to follow in his career path. We are all so grateful for the Solari’s support and are pleased to name the Solari Green Technology Center in their honor.” “Solari Center” > 8

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Community Library Celebrates 100 years

Ice Cream and Cake Celebrations to Commemorate the Event

orter Memorial Library celebrates 100 years in 2012, so the time has never been better for ice cream and cake. The annual free summer story events will feature ice cream on June 20 and birthday cake on July 18. Preschool and primary grade children are invited to the free community programs, which will include stories, puppets, songs, and a craft. Youngsters should arrive for the Ice Cream Social at 1 o’clock on Wednesday, June 20 to make their own ice cream sundaes. Then Storytellers Jeanne Jorgensen and Dolly Barnes will feature humorous tales and puppet stories about everyone’s favorite cold treat. Wednesday July 18 at 1 pm, preschool and primary grade children are invited once again for a birthday cake, fun birthday stories, and a birthday craft. In 1912, the Soquel Ladies “Solari Center” from pg 7

Acquisition of the Green Technology Center site and construction of the 14,000 square foot facility was funded by several sources, including bond funds approved by Santa Cruz County voters, and a $3.35M grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA), which made it possible to construct the Solari Green Technology Center to the LEED Platinum Certification standard, the highest environmental standard for construction. Cabrillo also received generous

Improvement Club approached William and Mary Porter Sesnon to donate a piece of land in Soquel for the library. The Sesnons did donate the property and the services of their architects and the Ladies’ Club raised funds for the library building. The building was named in memory of the Mary Porter Sesnon’s parents, It is particularly fitting that children celebrate this anniversary, because local children also helped in the building construction back in 1912. Soquel Elementary School students carried all of the stones for the large fireplace from Soquel Creek. n ••• The Porter Memorial Library is an all-volunteer library, located in a historic building at 3050 Porter Street. The library is open to the public each weekday from 12 until 4 PM and on Saturday from 10 AM until 2 PM. Library cards and programs are free. (831) 475-3326

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Amy and Aaron Buchanan of Aptos get ready to celebrate at Porter Memorial Library.

The Cabrillo Green Technology Center will house Cabrillo’s Construction and Energy Management program, which focuses on sustainable construction and building performance practices. The buildings have been designed to be adaptable to a variety of industrial technology oriented programs, enabling the college to offer training that is responsive to the needs of local and regional employers.

support from the Les and Jeane Ley Family Fund.

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The Cabrillo Green Technology Center will house Cabrillo’s Construction

and Energy Management program, which focuses on sustainable construction and building performance practices. The buildings have been designed to be adaptable to a variety of industrial technology oriented programs, enabling the college to offer training that is responsive to the needs of local and regional employers. The facility incorporates state-of-the-art, energy saving design features and technologies, making the building itself a teaching device The Solari Green Technology Center will be the first building in Santa Cruz County to seek LEED Platinum Certification. A grand opening event is scheduled to take place on September 7, 2012. In 1994, the Solari’s donated $500,000 for the creation of the Cabrillo College Computer Technology Center (CTC) for students on the Aptos campus. The CTC was named the Solari Technology Center in honor of the Solari’s outstanding munificence. A local inspiration and success story himself, after graduating from Watsonville High School, in 1945 Dick Solari started at Granite Construction (one of the largest civil engineering companies in the U.S.) shoveling dirt and wheeling concrete, eventually becoming Granite’s President and later, CEO and Chairman of the Board. Mary Solari is a college graduate with a degree in psychology who grew up in Klamath Falls, Oregon. Dick and Mary Solari met in 1953. All three of the Solari’s children attended Cabrillo College.

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Growing Fresh Herbs for Great Entertaining

urkey salad with fresh tarragon, crostini spread with homemade pesto and a refreshing mint mojito on a hot summer day. What do these things have in common? Fresh herbs. Whether cooking for a family, entertaining friends after work, or having a romantic cocktail with that special someone, fresh herbs can be the difference between ordinary and extraordinary. Fresh herbs can take cooking and entertaining to the next level. This goes way beyond adding oregano to your spaghetti sauce. Did you know you can save money, time and waste of produce if you grow your own fresh herbs, right there on your kitchen windowsill? Basil and parsley are two of the most common herbs grown in kitchens. This is because these herbs have a wonderful scent, are relatively easy to grow and are very common ingredients in both winter and summer dishes. Other popular herbs

include dill, cilantro, chives, rosemary, oregano, thyme, mint and sage. One note on mint — this herb spreads quickly and can become unmanageable in the yard. But mint does extremely well in containers — just make certain you keep the container separate from your other herbs. With only a window ledge and very little effort, you can have fresh herbs at your fingertips. To get started growing herbs indoors, try these helpful hints: • Location is key. Herbs like sun, so make certain your window area receives plenty of good light - preferably from the south. Stem herbs like

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Mid-County Scoreboard Softball

CCS Semifinals Division III Soquel 4 – Capuchino 1 Soquel Season Record (21-8) WP: Anna Gurr Soquel Scoring: Valarie Silva 1 for 4, 2B; Faith Apolskis 1 for 3, SB, R: Anna Gurr 2 for 3, 3B, 2RBI; Jamie Corder 0 for 1, 2BB; Jamie Sugimoto 2 for 3, 3B, 2B, RBI, R; Brianna Sugimoto 1 for 3, 3B, RBI; Lela Bombaci SB, 2R CCS Quarterfinals Division III Soquel 7 – SLV 6 WP: Anna Gurr Soquel Scoring: Valarie Silva 2 for 5, RBI; Jamie Sugimoto 2 for 4, RBI; Brianna Sugimoto 2 for 4, 2R; Faith Apolskis 1 for 4 3B 2RBI

Track & Field

Local CCS Championship Qualifiers Girls 4x100-meter relay — Soquel (6): Natalie Diaz, Maddie Diaz, Diana Chobanian, Kendra Bonsall, 49.49 1,600 — Anna Maxwell (1), SLV 4:48.11; Nikki Hiltz (2), Aptos 5:04.11; Kaila Gibson (7), Soquel 5:10.80; Claire MacMillan (8), SLV 5:11.66; Clare Peabody (9), Aptos, 5:11.77 100 hurdles — Jenny Delucchi (2), Santa Cruz 15:06

800 — Nikki Hiltz (2), Aptos, 2:14.25 300 hurdles — Ranae Maloney (6) Scotts Valley, 46.63; Jenny Delucchi (7) SC, 47.19 3,200 — Vanessa Fraser (1), SV, 10:45.36; Anna Maxwell (2), SLV, 10:49.54 4x400 — Aptos (8): Courtney Destaillats, Clare Peabody, Jackie Stanger, Nikki Hiltz, 4:01.93 Discus — Brianna Cueva (7), Watsonville, 115 feet, 6 inches High jump — Nikki Miyashita (1), Aptos, 5-03; Marie Powell (10, alt), SC, 5-01 Pole Vault — Thresa Vinson (1t), Aptos, 11-06; Hailey Fish (7), Soquel, 11-0 Boys 100 — Alex Morris (9, alt), SC, 11.11 800 — Cody Johnson (1), SLV, 1:54.49 3,200 — Nick Hicks (5) SLV, 9:30.98 4x400 relay — Johnny Cooper, Lucas Sinnott, Billy Mullins, Sid Chi, Cody Johnson (1), SLV, 3:22.28 High jump — Dion Shattuck (1), SC, 65; Raymond Silver (6), Watsonville, 6-3 Triple Jump — Dion Shattuck (4), SC, 44-08.5 Discus — Alex Yerena (8), Aptos, 14003 Pole vault — Aaron MacAnerney (5), Aptos, 13-6; Alex Benko (7t), Scotts Valley, 13-0 n

oregano and thyme will send out new growth toward the sun, so plan to rotate the pots to keep the plants growing tall. You might consider setting up a grow lamp to give your herbs additional light — especially in the winter months when the daylight hours are shorter and less intense. • Grow those tiny seeds. The MiracleGro Culinary Herb Garden makes this process so much easier. You can also try the Culinary Herb Kit to grow a single herb plant. Simply pour the nutrient-enriched potting mix — which comes in the kit — into the bamboo pot and plant the seed disk. Both kits come with recipes on the back, or visit www.groyourown.com for additional recipes. • Water maintenance. As your plants develop, prevent over watering by

allowing the soil to dry to the touch. When watering, use enough moisture to see water pooling near the container drain holes. • Trimming and upkeep. If you use your herbs frequently, you probably won’t need to trim off any dead branches or leaves. But if you do notice dead leaves on branches, trim those away to allow for new plant growth. As your herbs grow along your windowsill, don’t forget to plan delicious recipes using these fresh ingredients — recipes that will delight the palate and impress your friends. Consider some of the following ideas for incorporating fresh herbs into your meals: • Make your own pizza. Spread olive oil or sauce over pizza crust, then top with fresh veggies and chopped up basil, rosemary, thyme and oregano. A little cheese and you’re ready to bake. • Pesto is a great basil-based sauce, and when made, freezes well so you can have a delicious dinner all winter long. • Decorate soups — both out of a can and homemade — with parsley, chives “Herbs” > 13

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Take Camp Skills to School

illions of parents chose camp for their child or teen because of the immense benefits of the experience. Not only does camp foster making new friends and learning 21st century life skills like independence, problem solving and teamwork, but it’s also fun! As the summer fades and children return to school, ACA chief executive officer, Peg Smith, reminds parents to pack a few extra items from camp in the school backpack: Confidence — All through the camp experience, children and youth have

tried new activities and been successful; they feel empowered. Curiosity — Camp has given children and youth the chance to explore, study, and observe in an experiential learning environment. Character — Camp has challenged children and youth to develop character — through fostering respect for each other, a sense of community and the ability to solve problems. “Camp Skills” > 12

2012 World Cup Summer Camps

Taught by Top Youth Coaches along with Current Collegiate Players Special 4 on 4 competitions in celebration of the International World Cup Tournament Super FUNdamentals (Boys and Girls, ages 6-14) 9 am — Noon • $125 Little Skillsbuilders (Boys and Girls, ages 4-6) 9:30 am — 11 am • $75 June 18 - 22 June 25 - 29 July 2 - 6 July 16 - 20 July 23 - 27 July 30 - Aug 3 August 6 - 10

Scotts Valley (Skypark Sports Complex) Soquel (Anna Jean Cummings Park) Ben Lomond (Highlands Park) Aptos (Polo Fields) Santa Cruz (Mission Hill Middle School) Scotts Valley (Skypark Sports Complex) Soquel (Anna Jean Cummings Park)

Don’t miss these amazing opportunities for your young player to enjoy and celebrate the greatest game in the world: SOCCER! Call for information on small-group and team discounts!

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Aptos Academy Summer Adventure Day Camps Phone: (831) 688-1080 June 25-August 17 web: www.aptosacademy.org Half-or-Full Days Mailing Address: 1940 Bonita Dr., Aptos Week-or-Full Sessions Eight weeks of fun for kids ages 3 to 12. The day camp features crafts, art, nature study, climbing wall, swimming, horses, field trips, and optional morning academics. Located on 5 acres just off Highway 1 at San Andreas exit. Each week has a fun and educational theme. See website for details. June 25 — August 17. Attend by the week or full session, and full or half days.

Monte Vista Horsemanship Camp Phone: (831) 206-9707 Week-Long Sessions web: www.montevistaequestrian.com email: MVEquestrian@gmail.com Sleep-Over or Day Sessions Mailing Address: 2 School Way, Watsonville, CA 95076 June thru August The week-long Horsemanship Camp at Monte Vista Christian School is a wonderful opportunity for boys and girls to spend hours every day riding and learning about horses. We have wonderful school horses for riders of every experience level. We offer Western and English riding, as well as crafts, swimming, archery and marshmallow roasting at the evening campfire. Sign up today for an unbelievable summer camp experience! Call Cassie Belmont at (831) 206-9707, email MVEquestrian@gmail.com or visit www.montevistaequestrian.com for more information today!

KidsCamp

Choosing the Best Summer Camp for Your Child

here are over 8,000 residential summer camps in the United States and Canada. Picking the best summer camp from so many may seem like a huge task. Follow the “top ten” list below and you will find the best camp for your child. It may not be the same camp that I would choose for my son or that your neighbor would choose for their daughter, but it will be the best camp for your child. 10. Make a Family Decision — First of all, include your child in the decision. Start the process early. Many families will begin the camp search a full year before they are planning for their child to attend. 9. Review the Camp’s Philosophy — Camps can be for learning a sport or to de-emphasize competition, for fun or for school credit, for furthering a camper’s religious education or for interacting with children of many faiths. Ask camps for their mission statement and then look at their literature and camp video to see how the mission of the camp is woven into the overall camp philosophy. 8. Choose the Right Summer Camp Program — What sort of experience are you looking for? There are high adventure camps, traditional camps with a range of activities, skateboarding camps, football camps, computer camps, and the list goes on. In general, longer sessions mean more skill development. You are ready to start making your

list of camps. CampPage.com is a helpful resource to make your initial list. 7. Consider the Cost of Summer Camps — Many wonderful camps pay their staff well, use the best program equipment, have a great camper-to-staff ratio, and constantly work on improving their facility. Some low-cost camps are still great camps because they are supported by an organization that supplements camper fees or because of the nature of their program offerings. Some camps offer discounts for financially strapped families. Grandparents may help to send their grandchildren to camp. 6. Choose the Best Summer Camp Location — Too far from home & travel costs can become an issue. Other

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considerations include activities suitable to the geographic region. 5. Know the Size of the Summer Camp — The size of a camp can mean the size of the facility or how many campers are in the facility. If the camp is huge with 500 - 750 campers, it can seem smaller depending on how the camp is organized physically and program wise. 4. Ask about the Staff — How long have

the directors been at the helm and what are their priorities when selecting staff. Do they conduct background checks? What percentage of the staff is foreign? What is the staff-to-camper ratio? What is the age and experience of the staff? There is no “right” answer to these questions, but they may show the camp’s staffing philosophy. “Best Camp” > 12

Aptos Summer Adventure Camp At the Aptos Academy June 25 – August 17 For Ages 3-12 Full or Half Day

Phone: (831) 394-3468 Address: 2511 Numa Watson Road, Seaside, CA 93955 web: www.chartwell.org email: info@chartwell.org

For nearly 30 years, Chartwell has provided students who struggle in traditional classrooms the specialized education that helps them become successful and confident students. Please join us for a Parent Information Session “Is Chartwell right for my child?” on Wednesday, June 6th at 7:00 p.m. at the Cruzio Office, 877 Cedar Street, #150, Santa Cruz. Please come and learn about our unique educational program and talk to current parents about their experiences or call 831-394-3468 to arrange a private appointment.

Jim Booth Swim School Call Jim — New Classes Forming!

Phone: (831) 722-3500 web: www.jimboothswimschool.com

Jim Booth Swim School is known for its gentle classes where infants are taught to swim and are never dunked or forced. Parents feel comfortable that they are starting their children in a safe and sensible way. Jim Booth Swim School gives children of all ages the foundations required to be great swimmers for their entire lives. Mike Bottom, a member of the U.S. Olympic Swim Team said, “This is the way to start babies in the water.” For more information call Jim Booth Swim School at (831)722-3500 or visit www.jimboothswimschool.com.

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“Camp Skills” from pg 10

How can parents help transfer these skills into the classroom? ACA suggests the following tips: Remember to Remind —When campers come home, they often keep the spirit of camp alive for a week or two and then things trail off. Use positive reinforcement to remind campers that you appreciate the positive attitude and willingness to help that they developed at camp. Become Camp-Like — Families can set the example by demonstrating a willingness to change something at home in order to sustain some of the changes campers have made. Bob Ditter, a clinical social worker and psychotherapist, suggests: “Parents

have to make a decision. Are they willing to change something in their practice at home in order to sustain some of the changes their kids have made, such as having a job wheel that you put up on the wall outlining chores?” Everyone Gets a Say — At camp, children help determine how their day is spent. Their advice is actively sought, and they feel like equal players. Emulating this environment at home allows them to continue to stand up for themselves and feel like a contributing member of the household. Avoid the Negative Compliment — Don’t inadvertently sabotage efforts by pointing out differences in behavior. Instead of saying, “you never did

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this before,” praise the behaviors in a genuine way. For example, “I noticed how patient you were with your little brother.” “Above all else, let your child know that what they learned at camp is going to serve them well when they go to school this fall,” said Smith. n

••• The American Camp Association® (ACA) works to preserve, promote, and enhance the camp experience for children and adults. Over 2,400 ACA-accredited camps meet up to 300 health and safety standards. For more information, visit www.ACAcamps.org.

“Best Camp” from pg 11

3. Understand the Camp’s Standards — How is the camp program evaluated and improved? Organizations that grant accreditation to camps include the ACA, AEE, CCA, GSA, BCCA, etc. The ACA, American Camp Association, is the largest accrediting organization. Ask what organization accredits the camp. Those that are not accredited should be prepared to tell you how their program is evaluated. 2. Ask for Camp References — Most camps are happy to provide a list of families that have agreed to be a reference. Call a few families and ask them about the quality of the camp program, administration, staff, food, and the camp “feel.” 1. See or Review the Summer Camp Facility — Visit the camp, if possible. Most camps will be happy to give you a camp tour that fits your schedule. There is no better way to find out about a camp than by going in a cabin, seeing the dining facility and to converse with camp staff. If possible, schedule your tour during the summer to see the camp in action. Talking to the directors and asking them questions is the next best alternative. Many camps will schedule camp representative visits to areas they serve. Regardless of

whether it is in person or over the phone, don’t just go through a list of questions- talk about your child and engage the camp representative in conversation about the meaning of a camp experience. After going through the list, you should be able to have the 8,000 choices narrowed down to the “Best Camp in America” for your child. You will then be able to drop your child off on opening day with confidence about the experience he or she is going to have at camp. n

There are over 8,000 residential summer camps in the United States and Canada. Picking the best summer camp from so many may seem like a huge task.

Catalyst Soccer Seven One-Week Classes June 18 thru Aug 10

Phone: (831) 423-3556 web: www.catalystsoccer.com email: info@catalystsoccer.com Mailing Address: PO Box 1175, Santa Cruz, CA 95061

Catalyst Summer Soccer Camps 2012: Player and Skill Development! This summer, Catalyst Soccer is celebrating the beautiful sport of soccer with a top level development and instruction for all soccer loving young players. Catalyst Soccer has been at the forefront of youth soccer development since 1999 and has helped develop thousands of young players towards the skillful side of the game with their passion and professional approach to youth development. We hope to inspire, educate and celebrate during this amazing sport this summer with Catalyst Soccer. Boys and Girls who love soccer will love the FUN and LEARNING of Catalyst Soccer! For more information on a summer camp in your neighborhood, please call Catalyst at (831) 4233556 or go to www.catalystsoccer.com

CommunityNews

New Volunteer Opportunities at Habitat for Humanity

hen you hear a call for volunteers at Habitat for Humanity Santa Cruz County you may think of a day on the construction site. Now when you hear that call you may be volunteering at the new Habitat for Humanity ReStore, a home improvement re-sale store opening this summer in Santa Cruz. If you have a few free days or a few hours during the week, the Habitat ReStore has many volunteer opportunities. There is a need for safe drivers to pick up donations, friendly volunteers to assist customers, and volunteers who like to organize to arrange incoming donations and help put items on display. Volunteer opportunities are available weekdays and Saturdays. As explained by Executive Director, David Foster: “With several new affordable housing projects in the works, Habitat for Humanity Santa Cruz County is incorporating new ways to bring in money to support construction. Habitat’s goal is the development of modest and affordable homes built through local donations of labor and materials. With multiple projects on the horizon, we are

expanding our program to include a home improvement materials re-sale store. Called the ReStore, this new program will accept your donations of home improvement materials and then resell them to raise funds for the development of affordable homes here in Santa Cruz County.” “Starting a new store is an exciting process and we could really use your volunteer assistance. We have a warehouse space ready to go but the walls need to be painted, racks need to be installed, and donated materials will need to be sorted and priced. Within the month, we will have a “soft opening” of the new store and will then be open three days a week. Volunteers will be needed to help run the store with a wide range of activities. The ReStore offers a new way for volunteers to assist with Habitat for Humanity’s local home building program. Please consider joining us.” Habitat’s ReStore is currently accepting donations of building materials, appliances, furniture and household goods. Revenue from sales supports Habitat’s mission of creating affordable homeownership in Santa Cruz County. In addition to raising funds for Habitat’s mission,

“Herbs” from pg 9

• Make a fresh bouquet garni by tying together assorted fresh herbs with thread. Then just drop into soups, stews or roasting meats. • Don’t forget, herbs aren’t just for cooking. Give an herb in a painted pot as a hostess gift or use an herb topiary as a centerpiece to add interest to any gathering. The options are endless, and as you browse through your recipe collection, you won’t have to look far for the seasoning ingredients, since these are growing on your windowsill. n ARA Content

or to emit a bit of spice, cilantro. • Add a couple basil leaves to a sandwich for some unexpected zip. • Give salads a slight peppery taste by tossing the lettuce with cilantro, mint and chives. • Freshen your drinks with crushed mint. It will give your lemonade or iced tea a surprising kick and make your mint julep even tastier. • Can some pickles using fresh dill. • Develop rubs for chicken and pork using dill or sage.

ReStores provide an environmentally –and socially – responsible way to keep good, reusable materials out of landfills. n ••• Founded locally in 1989, Santa Cruz

County Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit housing organization dedicated to eliminating substandard housing and to making adequate, affordable shelter available to families in need. Website: www.habitatsc.org

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MULBERRY GALLERY

Custom Framing, Portraits and Art Services By Cynthia Howe

“Photography is a major force in explaining man to man.”

— Edward Steichen istinguishing between the image of a person and a reflection of a spirit, with all of its facets of personality and depth, lies in the eye of a photographer, a good photographer, one such as Barbara Doan-Crawford of Mulberry Gallery. Barbara has a long history behind the camera, capturing various moments, and faces, in time. “I have been photographing people in the world around me since high school.” Barbara shared. “During the past thirty years I have photographed the famous and the not so famous, President Clinton being amongst the more historic of them.” She and her husband of over two decades have built a thriving business established on the foundation of strong aesthetics. They both understand the people and places around them, and how to extract the art from the moment. While Barbara’s artistic lens catches flickers in time, Del’s gift lies with framing the elements to create the ‘whole’ portrait. Barbara’s love for these moments in time comes from a long developed awareness over the span of her career. “What I have learned to recognize, during my photography career, is that, although all people share a common desire to be loved and recognized, we all come in different flavors. We all unfold differently.” Barbara noted.

Many of her clients have grown up in front of her lens. Barbara shared, “It has been a huge privilege to watch this unfolding in my clients as they return to me during their special milestones in life.” Although she enjoys a myriad of photographical seasons, currently she has been delighted to be called upon to create portraits of high school seniors. “As I catch them leaving the family nest and embarking upon that journey of becoming a young adult, it just catches the spirit of why I do what I do,” Barbara said. The portraits are beautiful. They have a spacious location photography studio that allows for a variety of creative set designs to complement children and families alike. From urban to vintage, sophistication to relaxed intimacy, they have reflections of them all. Much of what has not been captured within the walls of their studio has been captured without their walls: sprawled somewhere within their 2-acre property in the foothills of Soquel. “We are surrounded by a meadow, old fencing and the ability to connect with whimsy and country styles.” Barbara shared. “We have spent a great deal of planning and planting over the years to create a natural background for Barbara’s photography,” Del added. Del Crawford is the artist behind the framing side of the gallery. Their selection of frame samples from around the world is

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one of the greatest collections in the area. Del understands the complementary nature the frame plays in any piece of art. “Custom framing is as much about interior design as the art itself.” Del shared. “The frame blends the piece with the room, and the canvas within the frame is set apart to speak for itself.” While Barbara sees in artistic detail, Del sees the whole room those details will rest in. Both he and Barbara have extensive art training, but his professionalism led him to take courses in Interior Design to better complement his work. He found his artistic passion lies in the aesthetics of ‘the whole’. “When you have a strong sense of aesthetics you really care about your surroundings and how those surroundings feed into your countenance,” Del shared. “Now I help clients find their own sense of what is aesthetically pleasing to them as they create their final touches to their artwork.” Del is currently working on framing a beautiful collection of vintage posters of 1960 motorcycles. Every piece that comes to him takes great consideration. There are always stories behind each one. He reflected with me on one of his favorite pieces he assisted a client with: framing a nativity. Del shared a story about a client who collects European religious art. “About six or so years ago, one of my clients brought

in a small Nativity scene that was worked in straw.” He began. “The story on the piece was that a French prisoner held in the Bastille prison during the early to mid-18th century used the straw from his bedding to weave the scene. The straw of different shades was split into very thin, fine strips and then patiently woven like an intricate tapestry. It was very well done. Someone over the years had backed it with cotton taken from a flour sack. It was very fragile and very beautiful.” Del continued. “My challenge was to create a treatment that would present and preserve it. I worked on it only on Sundays to insure that I would not be distracted with day-today business. Maybe working on Sundays gave my hand an extra bit of steadiness necessary to handle such a fragile work of art. Like a lot of religious art done as a profession of faith, it was anonymous. I held my breath until it was safely in the possession of its owner.” Del concluded. “Often times the line between art and artifact blurs and they become one and the same.” n ••• Mulberry Gallery, found across from Starbucks in Aptos Village, also offers a variety of workshops. Visit their website at www.themulberrygallery.com, or stop by. They are located at 8050 Soquel Drive. They are open Tuesday through Saturday 10-5:30.

CommunityNews

Santa Cruz County Local Elections Board of Supervisors, District 1 Gary Richard Arnold – Local Businessman John Leopold – Incumbent Charles Andrew Paulden – Health, Environmental Psychologist

Board of Supervisors, District 2 Douglas Deitch – Nonprofit Executive Director Antonio R. Rivas – School Counselor/Teacher Rich McInnis – Local Tavern Owner Daniel William Beckett – Small Business Owner

Zach Friend Spokesman/Analyst

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Police

Board of Supervisors, District 5 Susan G. Weber – Community Volunteer – Withdrawn William H. Smallman – Civil Engineer Eric Hammer – Local Business Owner Bruce McPherson – Businessman/Journalist

Local Measures

Measure I anta Cruz City High School District Parcel Tax Increase from $28 to $38 per

Year for Eight (8) Years Shall the Santa Cruz City High School District (Harbor, Santa Cruz, Soquel, and Costanoa High Schools) renew its expiring $28 parcel tax at $38 per parcel annually for eight years, with exemptions available for seniors, independent oversight and accountability, no funds for administrator salaries, and guaranteed local control, so funds stay in local high schools to preserve quality education?

Measure J anta Cruz City Elementary School District Parcel Tax Increase from $70 to $85 per Year for Eight (8) Years Shall the Santa Cruz City Elementary School District (Bay View, DeLaveaga, Gault, Westlake and Monarch Elementary Schools; Branciforte and Mission Hill Middle Schools) renew its expiring $70 parcel tax at $85 per parcel annually for eight years, with exemptions available for seniors, independent oversight and accountability, no funds for administrator salaries, and guaranteed local control, so funds stay in Santa Cruz elementary and middle schools to preserve quality education?

salaries, pensions or benefits, exemption for senior citizens and disabled, and all funds benefiting local schools?

Partisan Elected Offices

Measure K cotts Valley Unified School District Parcel Tax of $48 per Year for Three (3) Years Shall the Scotts Valley Unified School District levy an annual education parcel tax of $48 per parcel for three years, with independent community oversight of all expenditures, no funds for administrator

US Senate Candidates: DEM Dianne Feinstein – REP Elizabeth Emken – AIP Robert Lauten – PAF Marsha Feinland 18th Congressional District Candidates: DEM Anna G. Eshoo – REP Dave Chapman 20th Congressional District Candidates: DEM Sam Farr – REP Jeff Taylor – AIP Mike Lebarre 17th State Senate District Candidates: DEM Bill Monning – REP Larry Beaman 29th State Assembly District Candidates: DEM Mark Stone – REP Tom Walsh 30th State Assembly District Candidates: DEM Luis Alejo – REP Rob Bernosky n

he City of Scotts Valley would like to invite everyone to come celebrate the fourth of July in Scotts Valley by taking part in the annual July 4 parade and Fireworks Spectacular at Skypark. All are welcome to enter the parade along Scotts Valley Drive which will begin at 3:00 p.m. Parade applications are available at Scotts Valley City Hall and the Recreation Office. Please call 831 440-5610 for more information. Events at Skypark begin at 5:00 p.m. and are sponsored by the nonprofit group the Scotts Valley Advocates. Activities will include game booths, climbing walls, bounce houses, pony rides and a petting zoo. Scotts Valley/Ben Lomond market will be doing their legendary Tri-tip and chicken Barbeque along with barbe-

qued burgers & hotdogs, garlic bread. Also available will be pies, ice cream and candy. The event will feature live music from Hike Hadley and the Groove will begin at 6pm. The evening will conclude with the Fireworks Spectacular. This is the only public July Fourth fireworks display in Santa Cruz County and all proceeds support the Scotts Valley Parks. Fireworks tickets may be purchased at Scotts Valley Recreation, 361 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley Market on Scotts Valley Drive or Ben Lomond Market in Felton starting June I. Cost for admission is $6.00 in advance or $8.00 at the gate. n ••• Please call Scotts Valley Recreation at 438-3251 if you have any questions.

2012 July 4 Parade and Fireworks Spectacular

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Three Myths of Senior Living Communities By Dwayne J. Clark

t’s difficult to overcome stereotypes of senior living communities. Despite the fact that the level of available care and amenities, and the choice and type of facilities, have evolved significantly over the past several decades, people still tend to think of senior housing as the “old folks’ homes” of the past: antiseptic, whitewalled, linoleum-lined institutions with cold nurses, hot temperatures, and nasty food. It’s no wonder then that the majority of people continue to buy into three myths about senior living institutions that can be detrimental to the well being of their aging loved ones. The three myths of senior living communities are: 1) “All senior housing options are the same.” he reality is that today’s senior living industry is similar to the hotel industry with a range of choices for every lifestyle, need and budget. You can find low-end chains that offer only the very basic in care and amenities, similar to a Motel 6. There are family-run operations, set up in residential homes, not unlike bed-and-breakfasts. And then there are high-end luxury options, comparable to a Four Seasons hotel. 2) “Entering a senior living community hastens the end of life.” ssuming that a senior is always better off “aging at home” can result in unnecessary suffering and even tragedy. Many such seniors are found living alone, far away from family, largely isolated and devoid of much human interaction. This makes them at high risk of physical falls, malnourishment, and depression. These seniors are perfect candidates for an assisted living community because, once they are living in a place where they have access to medical care, personal assistance, medication management, good nutrition, opportunities for mental and physical activity, and a chance to make friends and socialize, they truly thrive. 3) “Only the very wealthy, and the very poor, can afford to live in a senior living community.” he monthly cost of assisted living varies, between $4,000 and $6,000 a month. At first that sounds like a lot of money, and many a family member thinks, “There is no way my mother can afford that.” But the cost of assisted living needs to be compared with the total cost of living at home. Expenses of at-home seniors include rent or mortgage payments, property taxes and homeowners insurance. Living in

one’s home includes costs for food, cleaning supplies and car maintenance or transportation. Utilities include electricity, NG, heating oil or propane, water/sewage, trash pickup, TV cable, phone and Internet service. Home maintenance costs involve lawn care, snow removal, tree care, repairs to the home and to its appliances such as air conditioner, furnace, dishwasher, clothes washer, dryer, and refrigerator. Also, there may be additional expenses for help with laundry, housekeeping, home upkeep and meal preparation. For those needing medical supervision there are the attentions to medical equipment; home health care, medication monitoring and transportation for medical appointments and other necessities. All those expenses, when taken in their entirety, often are equal to the monthly cost of an assisted living community. To move into assisted living some seniors will have to tap their financial assets, perhaps selling their home, pulling funds out of an IRA or 401K or tapping into their life savings. In some families children or siblings help pay for senior living expenses. Aging seniors have unique needs. They need to be treated with kindness and dignity whether they’re still mentally sharp or are prone to forgetfulness, whether they remain physically strong or are in need of a walker. Seniors and their families will find that in today’s retirement and assisted living communities, it’s often a change for the better and will realize that the three myths about senior living communities are untrue. n

••• Dwayne J. Clark is the founder and CEO of Aegis Living, currently with 28 sen-

ior living communities in Washington, California, and Nevada including right her in Aptos.

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CERT Training offered by Central Fire District

entral Fire Protection District will be offering CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) training to the public in June of this year. CERT is a program to train members of the community to be better prepared to deal with major disasters including fires, earthquakes and power outages. The course includes basic training in fire safety, light search and rescue, medical aid and disaster preparedness. Using CERT training, citizens can assist neighbors and coworkers when emergency responders are delayed during overwhelming situations. The 20 hour course is free to the public and is taught by fire district staff. For more information, contact Central Fire Protection District at 479-6843 or check our website at www.centralfpd.com . CERT training information is also available at www.santacruzcountycert.org.

Central Fire District Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training Schedule Disaster Preparedness, Fire Suppression & HAZMATL: TuesdayJune 5th, 2012 6:00-9:00 PM Disaster Medical Operations Part 1 & 2: Monday-June 11th, 2012 6:00-9:00 PM Light Search and Rescue Operations: Thursday-June 14th, 2012 6:00-9:00 PM CERT Organization and Disaster Psychology: Tuesday-June 19th, 2012 6:00-9:00 PM Terrorism and CERT & Course Review: Tuesday-June 26th, 2012 6:00-9:00 PM Hands On Skills Session: Saturday-June 30th, 2012 09:00 AM-1:00 PM Dates Subject to Change You must attend all sessions of the training for a certificate of completion. The first five classes are held at the Central Fire District Admin. Building located at 930 17th Ave., Live Oak. The last day of class is held at Central Fire District station 3 located at 4747 Soquel Dr., Soquel. Please wear closed toed shoes and long pants. Class size is limited. Contact the Fire Prevention Division to register for the course at 479-6843 Mon.Fri. 8 am to 5 pm. n

Cabrillo Announces Board of Trustees Vacancy

Applications for for Area VII Provisional Appointment Due June 1 ue to the resignation of Katy Stonebloom, a vacancy exists in the seat representing Area VII of the Board of Trustees of the Cabrillo Community College District. The Board of Trustees is now soliciting nominations to fill the seat. The provisional appointment will begin immediately following selection by the Board of Trustees on June 4, 2012, and the appointee will fill the position until the next regular election of the Board of Trustees in November of 2012. Anyone interested in serving on the

Eligible candidates for the seat must reside and be registered to vote in Trustee Area VII. Trustee Area VII includes a portion of the City of Watsonville, unincorporated areas of Watsonville to the east of the city, and a southern portion of San Benito County.

Board during this interim period is encouraged to do so by submitting a brief statement of interest and qualifications by 12:00 p.m., Friday, June 1, 2012. Statements may be submitted via email (dohansen@cabrillo.edu), fax (831/4796153), or in person (Cabrillo College Room 204, SAC West, 6500 Soquel Drive, Aptos). Eligible candidates for the seat must reside and be registered to vote in Trustee Area VII. Trustee Area VII includes a portion of the City of Watsonville, unincorporated areas of Watsonville to the east of the city, and a southern portion of San Benito County. Please contact the Santa Cruz County Office of Elections at 454-2060 to verify whether you reside and are registered to vote in Trustee Area VII. Also, please feel free to contact the Cabrillo College Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office at (831) 479-6302 if you have any questions about the position. n

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June 2012 Department of Fish and Game Calendar

June Weekends lkhorn Slough Ecological Reserve docent-led walks, every Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Binoculars and bird books available to borrow at no cost. Visitor Center and main overlook are fully accessible. Day use fee is $4.32 per person, ages 16 and older. Groups of 10 or more should schedule a separate tour. Directions and more information at www.dfg.ca.gov/lands/er/region4/elkho rn.html. June 1 irst day of recreational groundfish season for boat-based anglers, San Francisco Groundfish Management Area (Point Arena to Pigeon Point). Please see DFG’s Groundfish Central page at www.dfg.ca.gov/marine/groundfishcentr al/ and the regulations at www.dfg.ca.gov/marine/bfregs2012.asp# sf. June 2 ifteenth Annual “Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs” event at Bedrock Park in Oroville, 7 a.m. to noon. Free pancake breakfast for children under 16. For details, please contact Gary Leonard at (530) 538-

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www.skycrestlake.com. For more information, please call Greg or Brenda Simmons at SkyCrest Lake Resort, (530) 629-2770.

P 8603 or gleonard@pcoastp.com or call the Feather River Hatchery at (530) 538-2222. June 9 nnual Kids Free Fishing Day at SkyCrest Lake in Burnt Ranch, 8 a.m. to noon. Registration begins 7:30 a.m. at SkyCrest Lake Resort. Get the kids (up to age 16) started fishing on a beautiful Trinity County lake and enjoy free hot dogs, drinks, fishing and prizes. Bring your own pole and tackle (only a few will be available for those who don’t have them). Sponsored by DFG and Willow Creek Fire Safe Council. Directions at

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ublic Tour of Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area, 8 to 11 a.m. with an experienced field trip leader on the second Saturday of each month, October through June. View 16,000 acres of flooded seasonal permanent and wetlands, native grasslands and young riparian forests. Look for migrating and resident waterfowl, shorebirds, songbirds, raptors and wading birds. A $5 donation is suggested. Call (530) 757-4828 the morning of the trip for a recorded message regarding trip cancellations or additional information. Please visit www.yolobasin.org for more information. June 23 inth Annual Lake Oroville C.A.S.T. for Kids Fishing Event, 7 a.m. to 1

p.m. at Lake Oroville. The Catch a Special Thrill for Kids Foundation, several state agencies and the local community organize to take disabled and underprivileged children on a once-in-a lifetime free fishing trip. Each child receives a plaque with a picture of him/her with their sponsoring boat captain. Participants must meet qualifications and enroll prior to event. For more information, please contact John Ford at (530) 534-2340, Anna Kastner at (530) 538-222 or go to www.castforkids.org. June 30 ast day of recreational and commercial Dungeness crab season south of Mendocino County. Details are at www.dfg.ca.gov/marine/invertebrate/cra bs.asp.

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ast day of recreational red abalone season (closed for the month of July). Details are at www.dfg.ca.gov/marine/invertebrate/ab alone.asp. n ••• More outdoors and nature-oriented events that are not sponsored by DFG are on the online calendar at www.dfg.ca.gov/events/

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Evaluate Your Social Media Habits

They are just as important as what is on your resume

ou may have spent hours making sure you are using just the right action verbs in your resume, and crafted the perfect cover letter to catch the attention of your future employer, but if you haven’t spent the time to clean up what’s on your Facebook page, all that work could be for naught. Not only do social media sites like Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn allow you to connect and network as you search for a job, but they give you a platform to sell yourself — or shame yourself — to future employers. “Today, making sure you are buttoned up on your social media sites is as important as drafting a perfect resume and cover letter,” says Phil Schmitt, a faculty member at Westwood College - Du Page who teaches a class on preparing students for their job searches. “It is not uncommon for a prospective employer to go to your Facebook page during the review process. I have even heard of employers asking interviewees to pull up their Facebook pages while in an interview.” Your social media sites can be used for good and evil when it comes to job seeking. On the good side, you can position yourself as an expert in your field and connect yourself with others who may be able

to help you get a job. On the negative side, an offensive rant, racy photograph or even an off-color item posted by one of your friends may give prospective bosses enough reason to hire another qualified candidate. Schmitt says the increasingly complex nature of marketing yourself through social networks makes it necessary for colleges to teach students the best methods for using them. In his classes at Westwood College, which offers both on-campus and online degree programs, social media training is just as important as traditional

ne out of every three girls and one out of every six boys will be sexually abused by the time they turn 18. Survivors Healing Center is a welcoming place for those who were sexually abused in their youth. We offer separate groups in English and Spanish for men, women, young women, lesbian and bisexual women and teens in Santa Cruz and Watsonville. Groups forming now. Survivors Healing Center is now forming an 8-week therapy group for male survivors of child sexual abuse. We offer a safe space to break the silence surrounding child sexual abuse, and begin to heal. Survivors Healing Center (SHC) is also forming new ongoing intensive therapy groups for women who are survivors of childhood sexual abuse. SHC’s goals are to empower those victimized by sexual abuse

through a healing process and to prevent sexual abuse of children and youth in our community. SHC welcomes everyone into a safe and supportive healing environment. Call now to pre-register: (831) 423-7601. Services are offered on a sliding fee scale. Goals of the therapy groups are to break isolation, develop healthy coping skills, reduce shame, increase self-esteem, and build healthy boundaries. Healing is facilitated using emotional release work, meditation, imagery, expressive arts, writing and group discussion. Join a group of 6-7 individuals. You are not alone, and you are not to blame. Come visit Survivors Healing Center, break the silence surrounding child sexual abuse, and begin to heal. n ••• For more information, please call (831) 423-7601.

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job training techniques like practice resume writing and mock interviews. Schmitt offers the following social media tips to give yourself the best chance of getting the job you are hoping for: • Audit all your social media profiles to make sure there aren’t any posts or pictures you wouldn’t want a potential employer to see. Assume guilt by association - delete any offensive posts by your friends and hide them if they have a habit of posting questionable content on your profiles. After you are done, Google yourself to make sure there’s nothing hanging out on the Internet you might have forgotten about from an old account or from something someone else has posted. • Demonstrate knowledge of your profession. Reposting interesting articles

you come across relating to your field demonstrates knowledge and passion. Use your LinkedIn profile to share your experience and expertise, and post anything of interest that you may have authored on all your social media profiles. • Make connections. LinkedIn is great for connecting with old teachers and other professional contacts. If you had a good relationship with a teacher or former coworker, ask him or her to write a recommendation that you can post on your profile. Connect with those that you meet at job fairs or industry events. • Learn about your future employers. Follow companies for which you might eventually like to work so you can build your knowledge base about the company. Following the Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn feeds of companies and professional organizations is also a great way to learn about job openings — and you can mention that you learned about the opening through social media to show that you’re adept at using these networks. “Some may lament that by accessing your profiles, employers can dig farther into your personal life than you would like,” says Schmitt. “But these platforms give you an unprecedented opportunity to market yourself to prospective employees and make connections to other professionals.” n ARA Content

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FeaturedColumnist The Book Bag by Robert Francis

The Book Bag by Robert Francis

Last Call At the Oasis:

Steinbeck in Vietnam:

The Global Water Crisis and Where We Go From Here

Dispatches From the War

Edited by Karl Weber Public Affairs. $15.99 (Rating-Very Good) s the global population continues to soar and climate change produces unprecedented droughts as well as devastating flooding, the struggle over fresh, potable water will become more and more acute. Although many people recognize the problem of shrinking water supplies, dealing with them is another matter. Not only are there regional and local issues raised over “who gets what” when it comes to water distribution but the issue also poses international problems as well. In conjunction with the release of the film by director Jessica Yu, “Last Call at the Oasis,” this collection of essays addresses some of the issues and suggests ways of dealing with the water crisis. The 13 essays included in the book are divided into three sections: “The Coming Water Crisis,” “Where Do We Go From Here,” and “Getting Involved: Resources For Learning and Activism”. Of the numerous reformers, policymakers, environmentalists, and scientists who contributed to this book, you’ll find an essay by Robert Moran on how oil and mineral development pollute and divert water supplies and a piece by Lynn Henning on how a family farmer became a passionate water activist. Alex Prud’homme discusses how the water crisis affects everyone, Robyn Beavers looks at how smart businesses are making sustainable water management a competitive advantage and Zem Joaquin explains nine “ecofabulous” ways of saving water at home.

Non-fiction covering many fascinating topics …

Edited by Thomas Barden University of Virginia Press. $29.95 (Rating-Good) etween December 1966 and May 1967, John Steinbeck wrote a series of articles on his travels in Vietnam during the war. Published by “Newsday,” the dispatches took the form of letters, which were addressed, to “Dear Alicia.” Alicia Guggenheim was a former close family friend of the author and the publisher’s deceased wife. Steinbeck, who was 64 years old at the time, traveled to many of the major combat areas and his pro-war stance was reflected in the articles he sent home. At the time, the columns generated a certain amount of controversy since the opposition to the war was increasing daily. This is the first time all of the 58 dispatches have been published together. In addition to Steinbeck’s writing, Thomas Braden provides an introduction and extensive notes that offers background on the essays themselves, the military situation and the social context of the 1960s. An interesting addition to the collection of Steinbeck’s varied body of work, this is a book those who have read the author’s other journalistic pieces will definitely wish to own.

River in Ruin: The Story of the Carmel River

By Ray March University of Nebraska Press. $24.95 (Rating-Excellent) lthough it is just 36 miles long, the Carmel River has the dubious distinction of being named one of the top ten endangered rivers in North America. In this short (174 pages) but informative book, Ray March looks at the history of this important Central Coast waterway and

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how it came to be in its present sorry condition. The Carmel River’s story really begins with the arrival of Charles Crocker in Monterey and the construction of the Hotel Del Monte. Since the Monterey Peninsula didn’t have adequate water to support the large hotel and a growing population, something had to be done. Crocker turned to the Carmel River and constructed what would be the first of a couple of dams that stored water in the Carmel Valley. The story and the use of the river’s water begins in the late 1800s and in each succeeding decade more water is needed and drawn from the waterway. March follows the story right up to today and all the controversies that surround local water use and the river’s fate as a natural habitat as well as a source of water for the area. A fascinating story, “River in Ruin” provides the background and explains how the water situation on the south end of Monterey Bay has become such a quagmire of mismanagement and source of political angst.

The Me 262 Stormbird: From the Pilots Who Flew, Fought and Survived It

By Colin Heaton and Anne-Marie Lewis Zenith Press. $30 (Rating-Very Good) f you are interested in military aviation, World War II or the history of the jet fighter plane, this book is a must read. The first viable jet-powered aircraft, the German Me 262 was on the drawing boards before World War II but it was plagued with technological problems. The revolutionary propulsion system presented many problems that had to be overcome. Because of these difficulties it took about five years to get the aircraft combat ready and even then it was a “challenge” to fly. Nevertheless, when it did enter combat, the Me 262 downed over a dozen Allied planes in limited use and was considered a serious threat. Fortunately, there weren’t enough of the revolutionary planes or pilots to fly them to change the

course of the war at that point in late 1944. Told largely in the words of the German pilots who flew it, this volume charts the history of the Me 262 Stormbird from its inception to its introduction into combat. Over forty black and white photos illustrate the narrative along with two diagrams of the plane.

What Color Is My World? The Lost History of African-American Inventors

By Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Raymond Obstfeld Illustrated by Ben Boos and A.G.Ford Candlewick Press. $17.99 (Rating-Excellent) lthough you may have heard of some of these African-American inventors, such as George Washington Carver, Lewis Latimer and Otis Boykin, probably most of the men and women mentioned in this book will be unfamiliar to you. But by the time you’ve finished reading “What Color Is My World?” you’ll know that Dr. Percy Julian synthesized cortisone from soy, Fred Jones invented the refrigerated truck, Chef George Crum came up with the idea of the potato chip, and Lonnie Johnson, a nuclear engineer, designed the Super Soaker in 1991. These and a number of other AfricanAmericans who invented a wide range of things are the subject this very informative book. With ingenuity and perseverance, these largely unheralded individuals made our world saver, better, and brighter. Thanks to former NBA all-star Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Raymond Obstfeld, these inventors will be exposed to a much wider audience when this volume reaches the intended audience of children eight years of age and older. Actually, adults will find this book just as interesting and informative as younger readers. n

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Peaceful Interludes & Tranquil Landscapes

An art exhibition presented by the Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County

he new art exhibition presented by the Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County features five artists whose works convey a sense of richness in the depiction of — and a connection with — their subjects and natural surroundings. Largely landscapes, the impressionistic scenes evoke a sense of peace and tranquility. Marie Gabrielle’s distinctive water-

colors of the Monterey Bay and Europe are painted on location in a fresh, spontaneous, and expressive style. C a r o l i n a McCall’s series of figurative oils on canvas depict Mayas in colorful outdoor markets in Guatemala and Mexico. The scenes of Mayan markets and street life show a stunning everyday experience, with elaborate and culturally significant weaving and embroidery that conveys the vitality of this resilient people. Susan Trimingham’s rich pastel

Local Book Store Seeking to ‘Survive & Thrive’

he Capitola Book Café is struggling in to survive in the new world of electronic publishing. The popular bookseller and gathering place for the literary community is hoping to use a new and innovative business model to not only survive, but thrive. The owners are dividing the operation into a for-profit retail bookseller (The Capitola Book Café), and a nonprofit education and outreach organization (Books Belong). On the retail side: They intend to streamline the retail bookstore by reducing the square footage and simplify the Café into an espresso bar and concentrate more on their website to develop additional outreach and retail opportunities. They want to concentrate more on customer service and stock to better reflect their customers’ shopping needs.

landscapes represent the intervals in the natural world, the rare moments full of quiet and solitude that allow one the chance to reflect. E r i k a Gakovich’s sumptuous oil landscapes depict the path of flowing water and the lush environment residing in the Soquel Creek. T i m o t h y Lydgate’s simple forms showcase the variety and beauty of figured hardwood. They chronicle Timothy’s ongoing exploration into the subtleties of the forest palette. n

June 5 thru August 16 Monday — Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Santa Cruz County Government Center 1st & 5th Floors 701 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz •••

Public Reception/ First Friday Art Tour August 3, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

On the non-profit side: They will establish a 501-C-3 non-profit organization called Books Belong, to create, manage, and implement the bookstore’s book signings and other events, workshops, classes, educational and cultural outreach. Individuals, foundations, and businesses that are interested in donating to the non-profit will be able to support readers, writers, and books in the community through Books Belong. On the fundraising side: In order to initially fund the concept, the Capitola Book Café launched a 6-week “Survive & Thrive” fundraising campaign from May 20 through June 30. The goal is to raise $285,000. According to their press release, the money will be used to fund the restructuring process. “Capitola Book Café” > 30

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State Ballot measures for the June 5 Primary Proposition 28 Limits On Legislators’ Terms in Office — Initiative Constitutional Amendment educes total amount of time a person may serve in the state legislature from — 14 years to 12 years. Allows 12 years’ service in one house. Applies only to legislators first elected after measure is passed. Fiscal Impact: No direct fiscal effect on state or local governments. Proposition 140, the Constitutional Amendment passed in 1990, currently limits the number of terms that members of the legislature can serve. Assembly members may serve no more than three (3) twoyear terms and state senators no more than two (2) four-year terms, for a possible total of 14 years in the legislature. (Exception: If an individual is elected or appointed to finish less than one-half of another person’s term, those years served do not count against the term limit.) Proposition 28 would limit an individual to a total of 12 years in the legislature— in the Senate, the Assembly, or both, in any combination of terms. It applies only to legislators first elected after the measure is passed and provides that legislators elect-

ed before the measure is passed would continue to be subject to existing term limits.

Proposition 29 Imposes Additional Tax on cigarettes for Cancer research – Initiative Statute mposes additional $1.00 per pack tax on cigarettes and an equivalent tax increase on other tobacco products. Revenues fund research for cancer and tobacco-related diseases. Fiscal Impact: Net increase in cigarette excise tax revenues of about $735 million annually by 2013–14 for certain research and tobacco prevention and cessation programs. Other state and local revenue increases amounting to tens of millions of dollars annually. • Requires tax revenues be deposited into a special fund to finance research and research facilities focused on detecting, preventing, treating, and curing cancer, heart disease, emphysema, and other tobacco-related diseases, and to finance prevention programs • Creates nine-member committee charged with administering the fund.

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Summary of Legislative Analyst’s Estimate of Net State and Local Government Fiscal Impact: • Net increase in cigarette excise tax revenues of about $735 mil lion annually by 2013-14 for research into cancer and tobacco-related disease, and for tobacco prevention and cessation programs. These revenues would decline slightly each year thereafter • Increase in excise tax revenues on other tobacco products of about $50 million annually going mainly to existing health and tobacco prevention and cessation programs • Net increase in state and local sales tax revenues of about $ 10 million to $20 million annually • Unknown net impact on other longterm state and local government health care costs. Proposition 29 would provide an estimated $735 million annually without allocating any money to pay down the state’s $16+ billion budget deficit or to fund existing critical programs like health care, education or public safety. Creates new government bureaucracy with political

appointees and a program that cannot be modified for the next 15 years. n

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Introverts Unite! (Oh, wait, that’s going to be tough…)

By Camille Smith

i, I’m Camille and I’m an extrovert. I confess that from time to time I’ve overlooked the talents that introverts have to offer. I’m reforming. On a recent flight home from Ohio, I read Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World that Can’t Stop Talking by Susan Cain. I picked it up because in my work to maximize team performance I’m constantly looking for insights to have the more quiet members contribute. Why? Because I know quiet people are smart and insightful and we need to stop talking long enough to hear them. Consider some of Cain’s findings: It’s a spectrum: no person is a pure introvert or pure extrovert.

Our culture has a bias for talkers, against non-talkers. Introverts are often passed over for leadership roles. One-third to one-half of the population is introverts. If we don’t listen to them, we lose their intelligence! Solitude is essential for creativity. Steve Wozniak (inventor of 1st Apple) worked alone in his HP cubicle; states he never would have become an expert if he hadn’t been too introverted to leave his house when growing up. Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss) spent days ensconced in his private bell tower, rarely ventured out to meet young readers, fretting that kids would expect an outspoken Cat in the Hat-like figure and would be disappointed by his reserved personality. To validate what I’d read, I recently asked a dinner companion if she was an introvert or extrovert. “I’m an introvert who’s had to force myself to be an extrovert. I learned early that Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss) spent I had to speak up or I would be passed over. days ensconced in his private It took a lot of energy to do this. It always out bell tower, rarely ventured felt like I was betraying myself. I fretting readers, to meet young did it so I could that kids would expect an have more of an influence on our outspoken Cat in the Hat-like organization, but, it was tirted figure and would be disappoin ing.” Cain illusby his reserved personality. trated how softspoken, selfdescribed introverts – E l e a n o r Roosevelt, Rosa Parks, Gandhi – took the spotlight

1. Create time and space for reflection and solitude. (For ex., 1 no-talk afternoon a week) 2. Continue to collaborate, just don’t think it’s the only way to find the best solution. 3. Quiet people to lead; then, let them lead in their own way. n If you’d like to hear stimulating Cain’s TEDTalk, go to www.thepowerofintroverts.com. If you’d like to share your story as an introvert, I promise to be quiet and listen. because they were driven by their commitment to make a difference and do what they thought was right, not because they loved the attention. This validated my experience in working with thousands of people around the world: Our commitment to contribute can supersede our preferences, pull us out of our comfort zones, pull us through difficult situations to achieve meaningful, purposefilled goals. To support all your people to make their contribution and share their talent:

Introvert

Extrovert

Energized by inner world; fine with less stimulation

Energized by outer world; craves lots of stimulation

Enjoys reading a book, sipping wine with a close friend

Enjoys cranking up stereo, meeting new people

Works slowly, deliberately; mighty powers of concentration; immune to lures of fame

Tackles assignments quickly; makes decisions fast; loves the limelight

Dislikes conflict

Comfortable with conflict

Thinks before talks

As leader, allows others to blossom, run with their ideas

Talks then thinks

As leader, tendency to put own stamp on things, ignores other ’s input

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TIMES ARE UNCERTAIN , DO YOU : 1. Feel out of control? 2. Stop communicating effectively? 3. Get crankier than usual?

If you answered “Yes” to any of these and you’re ready to get a grip and learn how to say “No” to these same questions, here’s a special offer:

Take an online assessment and receive coaching from Camille Go to www.wipcoaching.com/assessment, enter promocode: TPG to receive a $175 discount…and get a grip. Questions? Call Camille, 831-685-1480 www.tpgonlinedaily.com Capitola Soquel Times / June 2012 / 25

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Farm to Table Dinners at Chaminade haminade Resort will be putting on its wonderful series of Farm to Table dinners in the summer months – outdoor dining at its best. Enjoy a five-course dinner with local, farm-fresh ingredients prepared by Executive Chef Beverlie Terra. These feasts are paired with local wines, and the first one, on Friday, June 1, features Talbott Vineyards. Info: www.chaminade.com/Dining/farmto-table.asp.

Aptos Pizza ith a craving for pizza, my husband and I headed to Aptos Pizza for some take-away. There’s nothing like getting a few good slices to munch on whilst watching a movie at home. My husband always goes for lots of meat so he orders the Cement Ship calzone – a hearty mix of salami, pepperoni, ham and sausage. I, on the other hand, always go for the veggies and ordered the Vegetarian – a healthy mound of mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, black olives and tomatoes. Both pizzas were delicious – and it made dinner and a movie really easy! Aptos Pizza features Build Your Own Pizza with extra toppings, one of which is cashews. I don’t think I have ever had cashews on pizza. Nice! Aptos Pizza, 7945 Soquel Drive, Aptos, 688-4030.

Chowhound Cooking Classes bout three months ago I wrote about Denise Ward’s Chowhound cooking classes. I actually participated in one recently with a couple of friends, and they’re great fun. Around 10 of us peeled, chopped, sliced and diced as Ward guided

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us along. The end result was a fabulous lamb casserole that we all sat down to eat at the end of the class. We also made an assortment of hors d’oeuvres and a terrific strawberry galette. Ward recently prepared two very special dinners as a private chef – one entitled “Titanic” based on the infamous ship; and the other one called “Downton Abbey” based on the popular British TV series. The latter was a 12course culinary extravaganza of Edwardian-style food with china, crystal and cutlery of the period. Info: www.chowhoundcooks.com.

By Josie Cowden

24. Page promises “many bargains and deep discounts” on last season’s designs. Stella Page Design, 2121 41st Ave., Suite 103, Capitola, 601,3730. www.stellapage.com.

Dining Etiquette get such a lot of feedback about my comments on dining etiquette. One reader recently contacted me to air his views on

dress code. He said he dislikes the way some people dress in a nice restaurant – wearing inappropriate clothing and looking like something the cat brought in. I agree with him. ••• Josie Cowden is a freelance writer and proofreader. Contact her at ravenone274@comcast.net.

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New Tasting Room for Odonata Wines inemaker Denis Hoey and his wife Claire opened their own tasting room at the beginning of May. Hoey can now feature his lovely wines in his own upbeat location – which is right next door to the Companion Bakeshop. Tuesdays will feature tasty evenings of wine and pizza from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Odonata Wines, 2343 Mission St., Santa Cruz, 566-5147. Website: odonatawines.com. Open Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.

Coastal Culinary Personal Chef Service any of us don’t have time to be very creative in the kitchen, but we know the importance of eating healthy meals. Jessica Stutz is now in full swing with her personal chef service and will come to your home to prepare all manner of good food for you and your family. Consultations are free, and Stutz will discuss all your dietary needs. Check her website at wwwcoastalculinary personalchefservice.com or email jessica@ coastalculinary.com.

Stella Page Design now in Capitola tella Page makes the most beautiful purses, each one uniquely designed. She recently moved her studio from Moss Landing to Capitola and now has a lovely little store where you are welcome to browse around. Visit her website to see the full range of purses and accessories. Page will host a Capitola/Soquel Chamber of Commerce mixer at her store from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, June 21 – a golden opportunity to check out Page’s wares. This will be followed by a parking lot sale from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on June 23 &

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Announcements

Nar-Anon

hat is co-dependency? What is enabling? What is this insanity? Am I the only one who feels this way? Join Nar-Anon, a world wide fellowship of relatives and friends of addicts who have been affected by someone else's addiction. Three meetings are now being held in Santa Cruz County, on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. For a meeting near you call (888) 374-1164 or email saveyoursanity@aol.com

Ongoing Events First Mondays of the Month

Lecture Series on ‘Great Decisions’

7:00pm-8:30 pm, Episcopal Church of St. John, 125 Canterbury Dr. in Aptos ectures will be lead by Dr. Laina FarhatHolzman, sponsored by Santa Cruz Beach, American Association of University Women. For more information, call (831) 688-0541

Second and Fourth Mondays First and Third Wednesdays

Alzheimers Support Groups

Monday: 2:00 - 3:30pm Wednesday: 5:30 – 7:00pm Conference Room at Elena Baskin/Live Oak Senior Center, 1777-A Capitola Rd, Santa Cruz acilitated by Jill Ginghofer, this group is for caregivers and family members of people with Alzheimers.

Tuesdays

Women Care Drop in Cancer Support

rop in Support Group is a gathering for women with all types of cancer. We offer support for women through all stages from diagnoses through treatment. For more information or to register call (831) 457-2273

Ocean Gate Zen Center

7:00pm. 920 41st Ave. Suite B, Santa Cruz (next to Family Cycling Center) lease join us for two 30 minute periods of sitting meditation with a 10 minute walking meditation in between, followed by tea and discussion. Other events: Zazen instruction 6:30pm first Tues. of each month. Morning meditation schedule Tues. & Thurs. 6:45am & Sat. 8:30am followed by "Come As You Are Zen." Visit oceangatezen.org for more info.

Drop in Grief Support

6:00pm at Aegis, 125 Heather Terrace, Aptos oin other adults who are grieving the death of a friend or family member. Learn helpful tools for coping: Share stories and receive support from people who care. No registration required, please call (831) 430-3000

Tuesdays thru Fridays, Sundays

Svaroopa Yoga Instruction at Aptos Yoga

Aptos Yoga, 783 Rio Del Mar Blvd. Ste.23B, Aptos. 831-688-1019 varoopa® Yoga is very different from what most of us think of as yoga. With the support of blankets, beginning students relax into easy poses designed to release the deepest tensions in the body along the spine. This release deeply relaxes the body, quiets the mind, reduces pain, accelerates injury recovery, and promotes better overall health.

Classes five days each week. First Class free. For more information, call 688-1019 www.aptosyoga.org

Overeaters Anonymous

First Tuesdays of the month

6:30-7:30pm at Teach by the Beach #50 Rancho Del Mar, Aptos For more information, call (831) 429-7906

Tail Wagging World of Dog Ownership

First Wednesday of the Month

6:30pm at the Santa Cruz SPCA, 2685 Chanticleer Ave., Santa Cruz (cross street is Soquel Ave.).

First Tuesdays and Third Wednesdays each month

Orientations to Become Advocates for Children

North County, 5:30-7p.m., first Tuesday of month (for location details contact Danielle at 761-2956 X102) South County, 5:30-7 p.m., third Wednesday of the month at the CASA Office, 813 Freedom Blvd. Watsonville ASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Santa Cruz County needs your help. Volunteer 3-5 hours per week to provide support, guidance, and a powerful voice in court for children who have been removed from their homes because of abuse or neglect. Everyone welcome, men and bilingual folks especially encouraged. To RSVP call 761-2956 Ext. 102, or email Danielle@casaofsantacruz.org

Second Tuesdays Each Month

Free Job Seek Workshop!

6:00pm-7:00pm, Gateway Bible Church, 5000 Granite Creek Rd. Scotts Valley or more information, visit http://hirewire.org

PFLAG

(Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) 7:00pm-9:00pm, 900 High St. First Congregational Church of Santa Cruz o learn more, call (831) 427-4016 or visit www.pflagscc.org

Wednesdays

Coastal Professionals

8:00am to 9:30am at Aptos History Museum, Old Dominion Court, Aptos. earn tips and make connections. Local professionals meet weekly to focus on business building and collaboration. Interested business owners, independent professionals and guests welcome. For more information: 621-1153, www.CoastalProfessionals.net

Toastmasters: Speak for Success

12:00pm-1:00pm, St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, 5271 Scotts Valley Drive, Scotts Valley. iving a business presentation? Interviewing for a job? Improve your speaking skills in a friendly, supportive environment with Redwood Ramblers Toastmasters. Open to all levels. Drop-ins welcome. For more information, call 831-335-3693.

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Lectures on Western Civilization

1:30pm-2:30pm, Monterey Peninsula College xciting lectures will cover fascinating topics such as "The Art of Alchemy," as well as "Lord Byron: Mad, Bad, and Dangerous to Know." Purchase free parking tickets at the college, lectures are free.

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Child Welfare Review

6:00pm- 9:00pm 1400 Emeline Avenue room 206, Santa Cruz. he orientation is designed to review the child welfare system and to give you a chance to have your question answered by child welfare staff. To register to one of the meeting and for directions, please call 454-4024.

First and Third Wednesdays

Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay ADHD Support Group Meetings

6:30pm-8:00pm at Mar Vista Elementary School on Soquel Dr. or more information, contact Jude Brenis at jbrenis@sbcglobal.net or call (831) 6840590

Fourth Wednesday each Month

Ongoing Constitution Classes

7:00 pm Quaker Meeting House, 225 Rooney St. Santa Cruz iew video lessons of an in-depth teaching about our Constitution, one of the most respected and copied documents in our nations history. For more information, visit www.meetup.com/santacruz-freedom-forum or email scfreedomforum@gmail.com

Fridays

Clutterers Anonymous

5:30-6:45 Sutter Maternity & Surgical Center, 2900 Chanticleer Ave, Soquel Dr. Santa Cruz. ired of Clutter? Stuff piling up? Support is available. CLA meeting every Friday. For more info call 426-1868 FREE

Saturdays

Come As You Are Zen

9-10:30 am, Ocean Gate Zendo, 920 41st Ave. Suite B, Santa Cruz (next to Family Cycling Center) ome as you are Zen focuses on Buddhist practices that enhance our daily lives. This will be an informal talk with time for discussion. Free — donation accepted. Visit oceangatezen.org for more info.

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12-1:30 p.m. at Seascape Golf Course. ontact Doug at 831- 724-9192 or e-mail dnakashima@razzolink.com for more information.

Overeaters Anonymous

1:00-2:00pm, Louden Nelson Community Center, Rm. 5 301 Center St. Santa Cruz For more information, call (831) 429-7906

City Council Member Stephanie Harlan to hold Office Hours in Capitola Mall

1:00pm-4:00pm Capitola Mall No meeting on Thanksgiving ouncil Member Harlan will meet with residents and persons interested in discussing City issues at Capitola Mall. She looks forward to meeting with her constituents and encourages Capitola residents to stop by and meet with her. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (831) 475-7184

Second Thursdays of the Month

Veterans of Foreign Wars

6:30 pm, 2259 7th Ave. Santa Cruz Commander: Ronals Petty. For more information, call (831) 475-9804

Second and Fourth Thursdays of the month

Cabrillo Host Lions Club

7:00pm at the Cabrillo Community Center, Aptos Village Park, 100 Aptos Creek Rd. ublic is invited to all programs. Contact President Jess Allen 831-684-2721 or Past President Barbara Chamberlain at 831-6883356 for meeting/dinner reservations or information or visit www.cabrillohostlions.org.

Tuesday June 5 Parenting Workshop: Dealing with Disobedience

Aptos Certified Farmers Market

8:00 -12:00pm at Cabrillo College, Aptos. he Aptos Market, with over 80 vendors, is open year round, with the best selections of fresh fruits and vegetables, plants, seedlings, flowers, local honey, fresh eggs, fresh fish, artisan baked goods and gourmet foods. In addition, family activities, music, cooking demos by professional chefs, gardening workshops, seasonal fairs and events are a part of the market.

Scotts Valley Farmer’s Market

Thursdays June 7, 14, 21

9a.m.-1p.m. SV Community Center, 360 Kings Village Drive www.santacruzfarmersmarket.org

Dated Events

Thursdays

Capitola-Aptos Rotary Club Meeting

7887 Soquel Dr. Suite G Aptos Can Too! Learning Center LLC is a leading provider of behavioral health services specializing in the treatment of children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Family Fun Day will feature fun activities, including a play gym, art projects, face painting, cupcake building and more! Parents workshops will also take place about insurance, developmental delays and ASD, as well as workshops about facilitating communications and basic milestones. There will be resource booths including free assessment screenings. Must RSVP to save a spot! Visit www.tbh.com or call (831) 424-5565 to register.

Wednesday May 30 Moving a Loved One with Memory Loss: Choice, Challenges, and Considerations

1:00pm-3:00pm, Live Oak Senior Center, 1777-A Capitola Rd. oving a relative from a home to a residential care facility can be one of the most difficult decisions that family members will ever have to make. This seminar helps you think through the many issues involved in making the decision and implementing the actual move. Personal stories and experiences are instrumental in helping families through this difficult process, and are especially valuable as a means of illustrating that there are no set answers or predictable outcomes. Successes are measured in small increments. For more information, call Elena at (831) 464-9982

5:30pm-8:00pm, Mountain Community Resources, Highway 9 mprove your parenting skills! These workshops will include free food, free childcare, and one on one parenting support. Topics will include supporting your partner, dealing with fighting and aggression, being bullied, and the power of self esteem. Events are free! To learn more, call (831) 3356600

Meditate with Ease

6:30-8:30pm, Aptos Yoga, Rio Del Mar. Blvd. Ste. 23B, Aptos earn to be comfortable when sitting, how to quiet the mind, and what fuels meditation in this 3-part series. Includes discussion of yoga philosophy and practice. For more info and registration, call (831) 688-1019, email chudala@aptosyoga.org, or visit www.aptosyoga.org.

Monday June 11 thru Saturday July 27 Teen Summer Reading Program at Watsonville Public Library

Trips for Kids Santa Cruz:

275 Main Street, Suite 100 heme this year is Own the Night! To celebrate the theme, there will be seven weeks of activities, parties, horror movies, and scavenger hunts at the library! Teens can earn raffle tickets toward grand prize ($150) by reading, completing Book Bingo, and attending library events. Come to the Watsonville Main Library of the Freedom Branch Library to sign up for free! For more information, call (831) 768-3400 and ask for teen librarian, Hannah Clement.

Kickoff Open House and Community Ride

Wednesday June 20

Saturday June 2

11:00am-2:00pm, 345 Harvest Dr. Watsonville oin Trips for Kids Santa Cruz for their kickoff open house. Free taco bar, fun and raffle items-including a brand new Raleigh mountain bike- will help celebrate their recent move to the "Launch Pad." For more information, visit www.tripsforkidssantacruz.org.

Saturday June 2 Family Fun Day at the I Can Too! Learning Center

10:00am-3:00pm, Family Learning Center,

Freedom Forum Presents: How to Take our Country Back Part I

7:00pm, Live Oak Grange, 1900 17th Ave. Santa Cruz irk MacKenzie completed 20 years of indepth study of our world, leading him to conclude that the rarest and most valuable commodity is knowledge of the Truth of your own era. Accordingly, he decided to be silent no more, and to present some of the most profound insights into the Truch about a world that is being driven into a new dark age. Now is the time to stand up and be counted! www.silentnomorepublications.com n

Although the Gemini Sun highlights your most creative side, you find that you want to keep the wraps on certain aspects until you feel the time is right to reveal your plans. You are looking more deeply into your relationships and perhaps questioning which ones work and which don't. You are growing apart from someone and while this takes getting used to, you discover that you are now ready to move to follow a dream which is more appropriate for you. The sun enters your sign on the 21st and here you will be able to create the changes you need.

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

Announcements

Santa Cruz Youth Symphony Auditions

he Santa Cruz Youth Symphony will hold auditions for new members on Saturday, June 9, at the UC Santa Cruz Music Center. Students 18 or under are eligible to audition. This forty-plus member ensemble will provide the only symphonic orchestra training program in the county and presents regular fall and spring concerts. Scholarships are available. An audition request form is available at www.sccys.org, or call (831) 607-9678 for more information.

Spring 2012 Family Arts Nights!

he Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County is pleased to announce its Spring 2012 Family Arts Nights, to include activities in folk dance, African drumming, storytelling, and visual arts. Family Arts Nights offers the opportunity for parents and children to share in fun learning activities together and for parents to experience first-hand how learning through the arts can help their children in all aspects of their lives! For dates and locations, visit ccscc.com.

Ongoing Events Mondays

Live Team Trivia

6:00pm Brunos BBQ 230 G Mt Hermon Rd. SV eams for trivia can be as few as one person or as large as 20! Great prizes for 1st and 2nd place teams. No cost to play.

Mondays and Wednesdays

Salsa Rueda Class

7 pm at Louden Nelson Center, 301 Center St., SC earn Salsa Rueda. For more information visit www.salsaruedasantacruz.com or call 831-457-7432

Monday thru Friday thru Aug. 16

Peaceful Interludes and Tranquil Landscapes

Begins June 5, 8 am-5 pm n art exhibition presented by the Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County. This exhibit will run from June 5th to August 16, MondayFriday, 8:00am-5:00pm. This new art exhibition features five artists whose works convey a sense of richness in the depiction of, and a connection with, their subjects and natural surroundings. Featured artists include Marie Gabrielle, Caroline McCall, Susan Trimingham, Erika Gakovich, and Timothy Lydgate. To learn more, Visit the Cultural Council's website at www.ccsscc.org.

Tuesdays

BINGO

6:30 p.m. Santa Cruz Elks Lodge, 150 Jewell St. osted by Soquel Sports Foundation. BuyIn $25. Also, we have a special BINGO, celebrating our 2nd anniversary, on Sept. 28 at 6:30. Buy-in only $15. www.soquelsports.com

Tuesdays and Weekends

Live Music on the Esplanade

Paradise Beach Grille 215 Esplanade, Capitola. ive music weekends and acoustic guitar Tuesdays. For schedule and more information: (831) 476-4900 Or visit paradisebeachgrille.com

Wednesdays

Dated Events

Peninsula Banjo Band

7:00 - 8:30 p.m., Harry’s Hofbrau, 390 Saratoga Ave, San Jose orty-seven years of performing in the Bay Area, over 250 popular tunes. Come see our band for Free in Sunnyvale Every Wednesday. No cover. Contact Lee McLaughlin, Booking Agent, at 408-993-BAND (2263) for information about booking the band for Non-profit events (donations are tax deductible). www.PeninsulaBanjoBand.org

Fridays

Argentine Tango at Dance Synergy

8:00-8:30pm class; 8:30-10:00+pm, practice 9055 Soquel Dr. Aptos e will cover the fundamentals of leading and following traditional Argentine Social Tango, focusing on what you need to dance well and enjoy yourself at the Milongas, (Tango dance party) and other social Tango events. For questions, contact Michael, stclare7@tangoworld.net (831) 239-2247

Ballroom Dancing

7:30- 11:00pm at Mid-County Senior Center, 829 Bay Ave, Capitola. ive music by The Rainbows. Refreshments, large floor, friendly atmosphere, free parking. All for a donation of $8 per person.

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First Fridays of each month

he First Friday Art Tour is a Santa Cruz Institute of Contemporary Arts event, managed in conjunction with the participating art venues. The event takes place year-round and illuminates some 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 First Friday viewings.)

First Friday Art Tour

Every other Friday

Shakespeare Club of Santa Cruz

10:30-12:30 pm, First Congregational Church, 900 High St. Santa Cruz, Next: June 1 hakespeare's club is seeking new members to join in the study of his plays. For more information, visit www.fridayshakespeare.org

Fourth Friday of each month

Musical Me Inc. Family Jam Night

6:30-8:30p.m. 239 High St., Santa Cruz. ring your favorite music to dance to and any instruments you'd like to share or perform with. Sliding Scale donation per family of $10-$25 (all proceeds going to our scholarship fund.) For more information call 831-438-3514.

Fourth Saturdays of each month

Writers and Poets Open Mike

2:00pm-4:00pm, Porter Memorial Library, 3050 Porter St. Soquel no meeting Jan., July, Aug. or Dec.) riters and Poets are invited to a new monthly open mike reading series. Come and read your fiction, essays, or poetry. For more information, call Jean at (831) 4754221

Saturday May 26 thru Monday May 28 Roaring Camp presents: Civil War Battles and Encampment

Steam Trains Depart at 11:00am, 12:30 pm, 2:00 pm and 3:30 pm. Activities begin at 10:00 am, Roaring Camp, Felton oin us Memorial Day Weekend and experience the sights and sounds of the American Civil War. Spectators may visit encampments of Union and Confederate soldiers, inspect regiments as they march in review, and observe surgeries performed at field hospitals. Gate opens at 9:00am, activities begin at 10:00 am. A chuck wagon bbq is served from noon to 3:00pm. Admission $5 per person, and parking is $8 per car. Steam train $24 for adult, $17 for children. For more information, call (831) 335-4484 or visit www.roaringcamp.com

Saturday June 2 The Yamaha CFX Piano Series Benefiting The Juanita Orlando Grand Piano Fund

8:00pm, First Congregational Church, 900 High St. Santa Cruz vent features Chetan Tierra. Program will include Mozart Sonata in F major K., Schubert Fantasy for Four Hands, with guest pianist Melissa Creider, playing Franck Prelude, Chorale and Fugue, and Ginastera Sonata No. 1. Tickets: $22 general, $20 seniors, $12 students, $5 for children under 12.

Saturday June 2 Sunday June 3

Redwood Mountain Faire

11:00am-7:00pm, Roaring Camp, Felton he Redwood Mountain Faire is returning to Roaring Camp, showcasing a weekend of musical performances, with arts and crafts exhibits by local artisans. Diverse foods and beverages are offered by restaurants, micro breweries and wineries of Santa Cruz County. Two out door stages will feature a variety of music, including folk, rock, reggae, pop, concrete, bluegrass, americana, acoustic, and indie from musicians and artists in the Bay Area. To purchase advanced tickets, visit www.redwoodmountainfaire.com. For more information about Roaring Camp, call (831) 335-4484 or visit www.roaringcamp.com.

Sunday June 3 Carnival, Silent Auction, and Kids' concert featuring Linda Arnold!

10:30 pm-1:30 pm, Temple Beth El, 3055 Porter Gulch Rd. Aptos ring your kids and enjoy music from award winning children's musician, Linda Arnold and support Simcha Preschool. In addition to the show there will be a silent auction with great items for mom and dad, a raffle for kids, a bounce house, face painting, craft table, carnival-style games, and refreshments. TicketsL $5 for kids under 12, $10 for ages 12 and older, and kids under 2 are free. For more information, visit www.simchakids.org or call (831) 479-3449.

Friday June 8 and Sunday June 10 Santa Cruz Chorale Presents ‘Songs of Destiny’

Friday: 8:00pm; Sunday: 4:00pm Holy Cross Church, 126 High St. Santa Cruz anta Cruz Chorale presents, "Songs of Destiny," motets by Johannes Brahms (Schicksalslied & Nenia), Ludwig van Beethoven, Hubert Parry, Samuel Barber, Randall Stroope and Kirk Mechem. Performed by a select group of local singers under the direction of Christian Grube. Purchase Tickets: $23 for general public, $19 for seniors, and $5 for students at www.santa cruzchorale.com or call (831) 427-8023.

Sunday June 17 Hats off to Dad

Steam trains depart for Bear Mountain at 11:00am, 12:30pm, 2:00pm, and 3:30pm. Beach trains depart to Santa Cruz at 10:15am and 2:15 pm. alute dad on Father's Day by treating him to a steam train ride and an old-fashioned chuck wagon BBQ. BBQ will be served from noon to 3:00pm. Steam train tickets are $24 for adults, $17 for childen. Beach train tickets are $26 for adults, $20 for children. For information visit www.roaringcamp.com or call (831) 335-4484.

Sunday June 17 Santa Cruz Performing Arts Dance Recital and Scholarship Fundraiser

2:00pm-4:00pm, Dance Synergy, 9055 Soquel Dr. Aptos eaturing performances by the incredible surfing magician, santa cruz performing arts dancers, and other exciting guest performers, snacks, beverages, cookies and coffee, raffle prizes, games and a free dance lesson will be offered. Fun for the whole family! For more information, contact Caitlin Fahey at (831) 295-1268, or email santacruzperformingartsdance@gmail.com.

Saturday June 23 The Tenth Annual Bonny Doon Art & Wine Festival

1:00pm-6:00pm, 3675 Bonny Doon Rd. Santa Cruz vents features unlimited wine tasting from local and regional wineries, fine art, live and silent auction, gourmet appetizers and deserts, artist demonstration, live music, and much more! Tickets are $45 if purchased before June 1, $50 after June 1. Fore more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.bonnydoonartandwinefestival.com.

Saturday June 24

Moonlight Dinner Train Party

At certain times in your life, you gravitate towards those with whom you share interests and common ground. This month sees you making friends with new people and you come into contact with those who you would never normally meet due to unusual circumstances. As such, you can form some great bonds and also get a sense of your place in the world. It's important to feel that you belong somewhere. Good fortune can be found here too, so make sure you network. This month's Full Moon highlights the fun side of your life around the first week. Plan holidays, days out and get togethers.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)

This month, you are focusing on your career. Are you doing the right job? Are you able to get a healthy balance between work and play? While Mars is in yoru sign you can initiate changes and although you may not see the chance to make improvements yet, you can at least look at others ways to express your creative side. This is a time when others will look favourably upon you and give you the helping hand you need. Travel lis likely as is learning new skills to add to your repertoire.

Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)

While the Sun is in Gemini, you find that your activities run smoothly enough and you are encouraged to go the extra mile. This sets you apart and means that others appreciate you for what you are doing. You are beginning a phase where the themes of travel, learning and teaching will play a major role, but now you are simply doing your homework. Relationships benefit from Venus in Gemini; if you are single you can meet people with whom you share a common interest. Great opportunities for career advancement can happen after the 21st.

Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)

This is a month you need to think hard about your values, and most importantly how you value yourself. You are right to consider whether certain situations are worth your continued input or do you need to expect more in return? Develop inner confidence and self belief which comes after you cut down on self criticism. You are your own best friend, after all! You have an instinct for business matters and dealing with cash and this plays out around the first week. Several situations come together happily after the 21st.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

An eclipse in your sign in the first week can correspond with important changes and perhaps a desire to move the game on somewhat. You have been considering your options for some time and perhaps more responsibilities may seem daunting at first but you are ready for the challenge and the greater freedom this brings. Key relationship matters also play out this month. You and another make vows and commitments and you now feel that you relax in the knowledge that you have someone in your life who is perfect for you.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

Initially you may find that your best laid plans have to be thought of again, as outside factors come to bring about change that you hadn't anticipated. But you have a dogged determination to keep your goal in sight and as such which will work even harder to get to where you are going. But watch out for some frustrating moments! However, the Full Moon and eclipse on the 4th helps yo to have a broader and more spiritual vision and you see that everything has a reason. Interesting developments after the 21st can impact your personal life for the good.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

Be spontaneous, sociable and do what makes you happy as you have been working so hard and deserve a break. Days out and holidays are on offer, or you organize a change of scene which will be of enormous benefit to you. In the first week, note who you meet coincidentally as this could have an important influence for later. Indeed, while you are open to new ideas, you are willing to try something different and break a cycle that you have found yourself in increasingly. Practical matters and working out ways to incorporate a life change will keep you busy in the latter half of June.

Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)

While this month you may be looking back with fondness to the past, there is also some unfinished business you would like to see to. Memories hold powerful emotions and nostalgia keeps you from the present moment. But it is while you are delving deep that you discover something new which gives a greater clarity and understanding of recent events. The influence of Gemini energy is light but there doesn't seem to be enough time to do anything properly. When the change of sign occurs after the 21st you get a more orderly time, when you make real progress.

Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)

This is one busy month when you are encouraged to pack in as much as possible. The Full Moon in the first week is about travel to distant shores and a chance for your to explore new territory. You don't need a lot of encouragement to do so! Think about how you express yourself and take note of interesting facts and figures to store for later. Jupiter, planet of opportunity, brings abundance for some time to come, and you could be a little overwhelmed with what's on offer. After the 21st your attention turns to your home and family situation.

Aries (March 21-April 20)

This month, lucky Jupiter leaves your sign and while you sometimes think that you could do with some more luck, Jupiter has also opened your eyes to new possibilities and you have learned plenty, provided you have been open minded enough to do just that. Now you will see business ideas getting off the ground, particularly if your venturing into self employment. Your extravagance is a matter of opinion, since you see expensive purchases as an investment. New beginnings equate to some endings too, but you are ready to move on.

Taurus (April 21-May 21)

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he Federal Reserve’s recent announcement that it will maintain the federal funds rate in a range between 0.00% and 0.25% through December 2014 has generated the usual analysis about whether Chairman Bernanke and his colleagues are doing the right thing. But the Federal Reserve’s policy may be less about right versus wrong than about the trade-offs for investors and consumers. When the Federal Reserve makes a determination about movements in interest rates, it bases its decision on prospects for economic growth and whether existing growth can be sustained. The Federal Reserve considers the outlook for inflation, the federal budget, consumer finances, corporate earnings and a variety of other factors. Maintaining interest rates at a historically low level, which has been the Federal Reserve’s policy since December 2008, is a tool for stimulating economic growth. A Domino Effect he fallout from the Federal Reserve’s actions can be significant. The federal funds rate influences the prime rate, which in turn has a bearing on rates that lenders charge for consumer and corporate borrowing. When the prime rate is relatively low, lenders may offer lower rates for mortgages, credit cards, and other forms of credit than they otherwise would. It is important to remember that consumer demand and a household’s creditworthiness are also significant factors in interest rates assessed by lenders. There are other plusses associated with low short-term rates. Borrowing costs are relatively low

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for corporations, which can impact earnings and escalate stock market returns.1 In addition, with banks offering marginal returns on savings products, investors have a strong incentive to add to equity allocations with the goal of earning higher returns. A Flip Side ust as low short-term interest rates bring certain benefits, there may be drawbacks for investors and for the broader economy. When short-term rates eventually go up, the situation is likely to be a negative for bondholders because of the inverse relation between interest rates and bond prices.2 Historically, rising interest rates have caused the prices of existing bonds to decline because newly issued bonds carry higher rates, which push down the value of previously issued securities. Holding a bond until maturity, when an investor can recoup principal, can lessen interest rate risk. Low interest rates also are a potential negative for savers, in particular retirees who depend on savings products to finance living expenses. In addition, there remains the question of whether low short-

term interest rates encourage certain investors to gravitate to assets that are relatively risky given the investor’s tolerance for volatility and time horizon. A recent blog post noted that flows into high-yield bond funds have exceeded those for ultra-short and U.S. government bond funds.3 Economic policy frequently presents both plusses and minuses, and low short-term interest rates are no exception. You may want to evaluate your exposure to interest rate risk and think about how you will cope with the situation when Federal Reserve policy changes. n •••

Investing in stocks involves risks, including loss of principal. 2 Bonds are subject to market and interest rate risk if sold prior to maturity. Bonds are subject to availability and change in price. 3 Source: www.vanguardblog.com, “Why Investors Should Ignore the Fed,” April 19, 2012. Lower-quality debt securities involve greater risk of default or price changes due to changes in the credit quality of the issuer. 1

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hat’s all this beautiful five-year-old Cocker Spaniel is looking for. Unfortunately, it’s going to take a very special person to see how gorgeous this boy is on the inside, as his outer appearance is only temporarily flawed. Linus suffers from some skin issues stemming from a food allergy that progressively got worse after not being treated by his previous owner. He lost much of the hair on his neck and underside and was extremely itchy and uncomfortable. Now that Linus is at the Santa Cruz SPCA, he’s being treated properly and is slowly but steadily healing. When his coat comes back in you will be surprised at how handsome he really is! With a personality like his, we hardly see his hair challenges. Linus is exceptionally docile, kind and friendly dog that thoroughly enjoys being touched. He’ll take pats, scratches, and rubs all day long while leaning against your leg with his head resting in your lap. He’s a lower energy dog that enjoys daily walks but loves to lounge and is content to just hang out. He’s comfortable around people of all ages, sizes and sexes and seems to get along with any dog he meets. After wandering into our kitty room, Linus wasn’t interested in the cats and seems to be comfortable and calm. Cocker Spaniels in general have above average grooming needs and are prone to skin and yeast issues, triggered by allergies. Luckily, Linus’s allergies are caused by grain and any further episodes can be avoided by feeding him a grain-free diet that can easily be found at a pet store. Whoever is the lucky one for Linus will be sent home with the rest of his medication and instructed to give medicated baths weekly. Although it may sound daunting, giving him medication is very simple and he takes it without protest. With the proper treatment and a healthy grain-free diet, Linus is expected to make a full recovery and become a hairy and happy boy once again. Linus is on the lookout for love, come find him! Our adoption package for dogs and cats includes spay/neuter, vaccinations, micro-chipping, an ID tag, collar, a free health exam with a licensed Veterinarian, one month’s free health insurance, discounted crate purchase and other animal care materials. If you would like to help animals like Linus and his friends, please consider donating to the Santa Cruz SPCA. The Santa Cruz SPCA is a 501c3 charitable organization and receives no government funding, relying solely on public donations to run its many programs that benefit the animals and people of our community. For more information call the Santa Cruz SPCA at 465-5000, or visit www.santacruzspca.org. The SPCA is located at 2685 Chanticleer Avenue in Santa Cruz, CA 95065 and is open to the public Tuesday through Sunday, 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 p.m.

eople are saying that forty-year-old men and women of today are the new thirty year olds. If this is true, it follows that the ninety year olds of today are the new eighty year olds. A new group that is forming at the Mid County Senior Center in Capitola is a good example of this theory. Certainly it is true that many nonagenarians of today are active and interested in the learning new skills. The small group that met to discuss plans for the new club clearly represented this trend. Sena Knornschild (91) is writing music, singing and playing her guitar and accordion with the Mid County Planning Meeting for the new Ninety Plus Club. Back row from Choraliers and for the left: Noreen Santaluce, Cecilia Novak, Audrey Wann and Sena Watsonville Senior Center and Knornschild. Front row from left: Liz Means, Lidia Vivola and is taking up writing. Cecilia Connie Fauchet. Novak (93) plays Bocci Ball on a regular Ranch Breakfasts, Bingo Games and all basis, loves to garden and is ready for new special events. She will be attending this group for the companionship it will offer, experiences. Connie Faucher, who wins the prize without the past responsibilities. Speaking for myself, having reached for being the oldest at 97, just returned from a casino trip to Table Mountain and the age of 90 and still not believing it, I never misses Bingo on Tuesday afternoons. have moved to La Posada and have given Audrey Wann (92) divides her time up the duties of cooking and house cleanbetween Santa Cruz and Tucson, Arizona. ing. Now, I can devote time to writing, She does a little golfing, belongs to exercise learning how to paint, taking small trips, classes, writes and enjoys casino trips. card games with friends, relaxing by the Nancy Olds (90) still drives and maintains pool and joining this new group. Writers who are interested in the past her own home in Soquel. She hopes that our group will be able to do things for oth- would gain much information from the ers and pass on some of the knowledge we members of this group who have lived have gained from living through these 90 through the prosperity of the 1920s, the Great Depression, the Roosevelt years of years. Liz Means (90), who has written three recovery, World War II and the return of books and has had a play performed at the veterans. The Ninety Plus Club has a list of 15 Stanford, is interested in politics and attending meetings of the local United more people, men and women who will be Nations Group and in working for Health interested in joining this group. If you are interested or know of someone who is in Care for All In California. Mary Simms (92) enjoys Bingo and is their nineties call Mid County Senior looking forward to whatever this new Center at 476-4711 or Noreen Santaluce at group will be offering in the way of com- 427-9828. Or join us on Friday, June 8, at l:00 p.m. n panionship and new interests. ••• Lidia Vivola (90) has been a tireless Mid County Senior Center, 829 Bay volunteer for the Mid County Senior Center for many years, working on the Avenue, Capitola, CA www.tpgonlinedaily.com Capitola Soquel Times / June 2012 / 31

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