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November 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. 11

Serving Central Santa Cruz County

SCCRTC Completes Purchase of Local Rail Line

Purchase Made

Landing on Iwo Jima in the shadow of Mount Suribachi.

VETERANS DAY 2012 I

t is over 70 years since World War II began, during which over 16,354,000 men and women served in the US Armed Forces. This number includes members of the Army, Army Air Corps, Navy and Marines.

Each day over 800 WWII veterans are lost to us, many with their stories still untold. Capitola resident Arvy Geurin was one veteran who has told the story of his experiences and how it really was for them. When Arvy wrote, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Walking Through Fire; An Iwo

Jima Survivors Remembranceâ&#x20AC;? it was his intention to tell the reader what it was like to live through that time and to understand what it was like when patriotism and personal sacrifice were the rule, not the exception. Arvy passed away this year

and his widow, Gale is advocating that individuals, businesses and communities fly the U.S. Flag on November 11, Veterans Day, to honor all generations of those who have served our country in uniform.

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he Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) for Santa Cruz County and Union Pacific announced on October 12 that they have completed transfer of the Santa Cruz Branch Rail Line from private to public ownership for $14.2 million. Most of the funding was secured by the RTC from Proposition 116 bond funds approved by both a majority of Californians and Santa Cruz County voters in 1990. The value of public ownership of the corridor is to increase access and retain use of to the 135-year-old transportation asset. Iowa Pacific Holdings, to operate locally as Santa Cruz and Monterey Bay Railway, was selected as the short line operator for freight and passenger service.

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CommunityBriefs Three Join Library Friends Board he Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries recently welcomed three new members to its board of directors, which now numbers 17. Linda Contreras, a CPA and former Internal Revenue Service agent, has lived and worked in Santa Cruz County for 20 years. Her tax preparation and business consulting practice serves individuals and small businesses. She will serve as the Friends’ treasurer. Kate Canlis of Aptos, an attorney, was a prosecutor and judge for more than 30 years before retiring earlier this year. She was the District Attorney of Santa Cruz County from 2000 to 2003. A native of Santa Cruz, Grace Robinson began her work life as a lawyer specializing in estate planning and has worked in university fundraising in the area of planned giving since 2007. The Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries, Inc., is a non-profit organization whose members support the 10-branch Santa Cruz County library system through fundraising, volunteer services and advocacy.

Kate Canlis • Grace Robinson • Linda Contreras

••• Community Foundation Gives $10,000 to Advocacy, Inc. dvocacy, Inc. (AI) has been awarded a grant of $10,000 by the Community Foundation of Santa Cruz County to support its mission to “protect, through advocacy, education and intervention, the rights of facility-placed seniors and disabled adults and mental health consumers”. AI operates the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program and the Patients’ Rights Advocate Program for Santa Cruz and San Benito Counties. “During these difficult economic times, we direct most of our funding to the programs’ direct services which are mandated by state and/or federal laws”, said Kathleen Johnson, AI’s executive director. “The Foundation’s grant helps to cover operating expenses which are vital to ensuring service availability to residents of Santa Cruz County. “These funds contribute to the agency’s systemic advocacy for quality care provided with respect and dignity for seniors, disabled adults and mental health consumers. We are grateful

to Community Foundation of Santa Cruz County for its continued support.” Ms. Johnson stated. Advocacy, Inc., an independent nonprofit, has been providing program services to long-term care facility residents and mental health consumers in Santa Cruz and San Benito since 1973. Advocacy, Inc., 5274 Scotts Valley Dr., Ste. 203, Scotts Valley, CA 95066 831-4291913 Santa Cruz 831-636-1638 San Benito Fax 831-429-9102 ••• $11,000 Matching Grant to SHC urvivors Healing Center (SHC), a program of Family Service Agency of the Central Coast, provides education and services to survivors of childhood sexual abuse and to their supporters, is pleased to announce that several strong supporters are contributing an $11,000 matching grant to SHC. Each donation that comes in between now and December 31, 2012 up to $11,000 will be matched dollar for dollar. Donations will support both our group therapy programs for youth and adult survivors and SHC’s child sexual abuse awareness and prevention trainings in our community. Join us in ending childhood sexual abuse! Double your contribution by sending your donation today to Survivors Healing Center at 104 Walnut Ave Suite 208 Santa Cruz, CA 95060. For more info, call 831-423-7601, or visit the website at www.fsa-cc.org 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. ••• Capitola Soroptimists Seeking Applicants for $2,000 Women’s Opportunity Award oroptimist International (SI) of Capitola-by-the-Sea is seeking qualified candidates to apply for its 2012 Women’s Opportunity Award (WOA), which carries a $2,000 cash award. While it is a Capitolabased club, all women who are heads of households in Santa Cruz County are eligible to apply for the WOA and applications will be shared with the Watsonville Soroptimist club. To be eligible to apply for the WOA, women applicants must be enrolled in or

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Community News Three Join Library Friends Board • Community Foundation Gives $10,000 to Advocacy, Inc. • $11,000 Matching Grant to SHC • Capitola Soroptimists Seeking Applicants for $2,000 Women’s Opportunity Award Local Measures • Vacancies in City Committees and Commissions Abound Sing for Your Life is Sunday, November 4’s Best Bet Sacred Songs for a Sacred Season Cabrillo Theatre presents ‘Black Snow’ • Capitola Soroptimists Seeking Applicants – $2,000 Women’s Opportunity Award Creating Defensible Space in Potential Wildfire Areas • The Distinguished Artists Concert Series Presents Guitarist Benjamin Verdery Morton Marcus Memorial Poetry Reading • ‘Photography & Fusion’ – Presented By the Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County Local Couple’s Painting Touring China Soquel Creek Water Opens First New Well in Over 20 Years Health Trust Solicits Grant Proposals for 2013 • Twenty Seventh Annual Symphony League Home Tour scwd2 Desalination Program Monthly Project Update and Latest News Quartuccio steps up for SCC Symphony’s next concert California Giant Gives Blueberries a Winter Bake-Over • Youth Drug Prevention Campaign: “The Best Me is Drug Free™” Parents; your teen driver is Your Responsibility • Winter Visitors Grace Rio Del Mar Beach State Health Director Urges Californians to Get Flu Vaccine • Avg. Energy Prices in Bay Area for September Sixty Local Teens Learn Financial Basics • Brian Mathias joins Cabrillo Bond Oversight Committee • Fighting Hunger – Board Break-A-Thon 2012 Soquel to Morrissey Auxiliary Lane Project

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11 Soquel High Water Polo Program A Powerhouse – Marcelo Adas Continues Winning Ways in his 21st Year as Varsity Head Coach • MidCounty High School Scoreboard

Calendar • Arts & Entertainment – Pages 26 & 27 Monthly Horoscope • Page 27 - Your November Horoscope Annabel Burton, Astrologer©

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Featured Columnists Work in Progress by Camille Smith – Find your Edge, Ring the Bell The Book Bag by Robert Francis – Paperback action and adventure… Out & About by Josie Cowden Seniors in Action by Noreen Santaluce – Crones Counsel: Inviting Women of Age

SPCA Featured Pet • Page 31 – Find Her True Colors

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Local Measures Measure O for the City of Capitola f approved: Authorizes a permanent 1/4cent permanent sales tax within the City of Capitola In 2004, City voters approved a temporary 1/4-cent sales tax increase that was originally scheduled to sunset on June 30, 2010. In 2008, City voters extended the sunset date to December 31, 2017. The current sales tax rate (combined state and local sales tax) in Capitola is 8 1/4 percent. This ordinance would increase the sales tax rate by another 1/4 percent to 8 1/2 percent. The sales tax increase proposed by this ballot measure has no sunset date. Accordingly the City’s retail transactions and use tax, will total 8 1/2 percent through December 31, 2017 and 8 1/4 percent thereafter. All City revenue generated by the sales tax is used by the City to pay for general City operations and programs. As such, this ballot measure proposes a “general purpose tax” and requires a simple majority vote for adoption. •••

Measure N for the County of Santa Cruz f approved: Authorizes an additional One and One-Half Percent (1½%) County Transient Occupancy Tax Rate to a total tax rate of 11%. The Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) is applied to the rent charged at hotels, inns, tourist homes or houses, motels and private campgrounds located in the unincorporated area of Santa Cruz County (“the County”), for stays up to 30 days. Proceeds of the TOT at the new rate will be deposited into the County’s general fund, which is available for general governmental purposes as directed by the County Board of Supervisors; it is not designated for specific programs or purposes. The transient occupancy tax in the unincorporated area of the County generated an annual average of $4.0 million since 2005 for the County general fund. Revenue from the transient occupancy tax is the County’s third largest discretionary tax source (avg. $4 million/yr), following property tax and retail sales tax. If passed, the additional 1½% transient occupancy tax would generate between $525,000 and $725,000 of additional revenues to the County’s general fund. I

Vacancies in City Committees and Commissions Abound

he City of Capitola encourages public participation in local government through its advisory bodies. These boards, commissions, and committees deal with a variety of issues and make recommendations to the City Council. In most cases, applicants must be residents of Capitola. Information on advisory bodies and applications may be obtained from Capitola City Hall at 420 Capitola Avenue, or by calling (831) 475-7300 and requesting an application be sent to you. In addition, notices with application forms are available on the City’s website (for printing) at www.ci.capitola.ca.us under the City Council tab select Commissions & Boards then click on current vacancies. •••

Current Openings he current openings are for terms expiring in December 2012. In most cases, current advisory body members are eligible for reappointment. Reappointments are not automatic; however, an existing committee member who has already served a partial or full term is eligible to be appointed for another term. Applications are kept on file and serve as a source for future vacancies during the year, so all interested parties are encouraged to apply at this time. Committee/Commission Seats Application Deadline Architectural & Site 4 11/19/12 Review Committee (Professional Members: Architect, Landscape Architect, Historian & Architect Alternate)

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Sing for Your Life is Sunday, November 4’s Best Bet

he energy and enthusiasm of 350 teenagers will explode on stage at Sing for Your Life on Sunday November 4. Kirby, Monte Vista Christian, Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley, and Soquel at 1p.m. and Aptos, Monterey Bay Academy, Pacific Collegiate, San Lorenzo Valley, and St. Francis at 7 p.m. will perform at Civic Auditorium in the 10th annual benefit concert produced by the Gold Standard Chorus. The B-Sides, a dynamic young quartet from southern California, will add to the fun. Sing for Your Life has earned $58,000 for the participating schools in the last nine years. Music teachers use these funds for sheet music, accompanist salaries, field

trips and other items not covered by shrinking school budgets. The generosity of dozens of businesses and individuals (major sponsors Union Bank and Toyota of Santa Cruz) will offset production costs this year and make it possible to distribute nearly 100% of ticket sales to the schools. Show Chair Dale Summer says, “Come on out, Santa Cruz County. This is your once-a-year opportunity to support vocal music in our schools and enjoy the blended voices of our public, private, charter and parochial schools all singing together in perfect harmony.” For ticket information call 831 218 1771, or buy tickets at www.scbarbershop.org or www.santacruztickets.com

The B-Sides, headline guest quartet from southern California. From left: Lane Thomas (Tenor), Derrek Wayne (Lead), Jake Tickner (Bass) and David Rakita (Baritone).

Commission on the

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Library Ad Hoc Committee

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Environment (Youth Member) Art & Cultural Commission Planning Commission Commission on the Environment

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“Briefs” from pg 2 have been accepted to a vocational/skills training program or an undergraduate degree program, and are the primary financial support of their families. The WOA helps women overcome personal difficulties and better their lives through education and skills training. Winners may use the cash award to offset any costs associated with their efforts to attain higher education, including books, childcare and transportation. Deadline to apply or be nominated for the award is December 1, 2012. Applications

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can be downloaded at the SI of Capitola-ByThe-Sea website www.best4women.org. For more information, contact Carol DeLauder at caroldelauder@gmail.com or call (831) 359-8598. Winners will be honored at an annual awards dinner in March, 2013. 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. I

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in the bloodiest battle of World War II? On 19 February 1945, Arvy Geurin, RM/3C, US Navy, was about the find “Walking Through Fire: An Iwo Jima out. Survivor’s Remembrance” “We weren’t action heroes or by Arvy Geurin and told to Gale Geurin hat was it like to walk through a extraordinary men. We were farm boys hailstorm of deadly enemy fire and city jocks: scholars and drop-outs; rich and poor; we were just young men brought together by a common goal, moving toward the hungry jaws of war.” The Battle of Iwo Jima (19 February – 26 March 1945) was a major battle in which the United States Armed Forces fought for and captured the island of Iwo Jima from the Japanese Empire. The American invasion had the goal of capturing the entire island, including its three airfields. This month-long battle included some of the fiercest and bloodiest fighting of the War in the Pacific of World War II. During this one-month-long battle, 27 U.S. military personnel were awarded the Medal of for their This was the start of the infamous "rickshaw race." Arvy ended up pulling Honor this rickshaw with the driver in the seat, running down the hill, and right actions, 13 of them into a Naval officer in another rickshaw. One of the few lighter moments. posthumously. Of the

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The purchase is a triple win-win-win for the community, Union Pacific and Iowa Pacific Holdings. The 32-mile continuous transportation corridor spans the county and runs parallel to the Highway 1 corridor, offering tremendous potential for a vital mobility link for residents and visitors alike. Union Pacific (UP), a leading transportation-services provider in the United States, recognized the sale of the rail line as an opportunity to continue serving the needs of existing customers, while supporting the region’s overarching transportation goals. UP serves hundreds of customers on the West Coast today through the operational efficiency of more than 3,200 miles of railroad track in California. Iowa Pacific Holdings, based in Chicago, has seven other short line railroads with operations in Oregon, Colorado, New Mexico, Texas, Illinois and

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New York State. In addition, through affiliates Iowa Pacific has railway and related operations in the United Kingdom. Ed Ellis, president of Iowa Pacific, said “This is our first experience in northern California, and we are looking forward to working with the RTC, Union Pacific, shippers, and local communities to develop and expand both freight and passenger services provided by the Santa Cruz and Monterey Bay Railway.” Congressman Sam Farr was instrumental in securing federal funds that were a key piece of this extraordinarily complex transaction, more than ten years in the making. As included in the negotiated agreement approved in 2012 between the RTC and Union Pacific, the purchase includes $5.3 million in funding set aside to upgrade a number of structures on the line. The RTC will proceed with work on both timber and steel trestles over the next year. Uses of the rail corridor include con-

27 medals awarded for the actions at Iwo Jima, 22 were presented to Marines and five were presented to United States Navy sailors; this was 28% of the 82 Medals of Honor awarded to Marines in the entirety of World War II. Of the 22,060 Japanese soldiers on the island, only 216 were captured during the battle. According to the official Navy Department Library website, “The 36-day (Iwo Jima) assault resulted in more than 26,000 American casualties, including 6,800 dead.” To show how deadly WWII really was, the 82-day Battle for Okinawa from early April until mid-June 1945, U.S. casualties were over 62,000 of whom 12,000 were killed or missing. The Battle of the Bulge lasted 40 days (16 December 44 – 25 January 45) with 90,000 U.S. casualties; 19,000 killed, 47,500 wounded, and 23,000 captured or missing. The author of “Walking Through Fire” orn in Hot Springs, Arkansas In 1925, Aryy Guerin was two years old when his older brother Elton and he moved with their parents to Lost Hills, California. He was there during the stock market crash and the following economic depression, but his parents never let their sons feel they were disadvantaged. During that time, they moved to Bakersfield, California a, where Arvy’s uncle owned a bakery. Arvy went from mowing lawns and selling vegetables to working in his uncle’s bakery when he was a teenager. He was there on December 7, 1941 when his life changed forever. In 1943, Arvy Joined the US Navy. He was sent to San Diego, California, for

tinued freight rail primarily for agriculture and building materials and seasonal passenger rail service in the short term. These two uses augment the county’s primary tax base thereby contributing toward vital services for residents. In the medium and longer term, a variety of transportation uses will be considered such as a bicycle and pedestrian trail adjacent to the tracks where it can be accommodated safely within the corridor and rail passenger services. A community celebration event is scheduled for Saturday November 17. A number of festivities will take place along the rail line. More details will be posted on the RTC website as they become available. I ••• COVER PHOTO — From left: George Dondero, RTC Executive Director, Luis Mendez, RTC Deputy Director and Project Manager, Kirby Nicol, RTC Board Chair, Michael Gresham, Iowa Pacific Western Region General Manager

CoverStory Boot Camp and then Radio School and trained with the Marines as part of the amphibious forces. His training completed, he went by troop train from California to Oregon to be assigned as a Radioman aboard the newly commissioned USS NAPA/APA 157. Named for Napa County, California, the ship would take him into the midst of the war in the Pacific and on to the battle of Iwo Jima. After the war, Arvy returned to Bakersfield where he married Joyce Welch. He met Joyce at the Bakersfield Inn where he served as a Lifeguard for over twenty-five years. The war was not something he spoke about. He was concentrating on raising a family (Deborah, Mark and Scott). As a civilian, he became a diesel mechanic, first working on trains and then on 16-wheeler trucks. He and Joyce divorced then in 1979 he married Gale Donahue, a mother of four, Charles, Charlene, Charlotte and Charlynne. It became painfully obvious, when talking with his high school aged grandchildren, that the history of World War II was being taught as only statistics and little about how it really was. That spurred Arvy to tell his story. In November 2008, with his wife Gale, Arvy wrote, “Walking Through Fire; An Iwo Jima Survivors Remembrance.” Here are some excerpts. ••• Landing on Iwo Jima e were close enough now to see the carnage in the water. Bodies of marines floated face down, their full packs weighing down their bodies. The water was a mixture of frothy red and brown. There wasn’t anything clean

going on that island might be my last act in this life. ••• The Collision t 0466 hrs, I was bounced out of my bunk, the emergency (alarm) blasts echoed over the loudspeakers, “Now hear this! Now hear this! Emergency Stations! Prepare to Abandon Ship! Now hear this! Now hear this! Prepare to Abandon Ship!” Before the last word died, I was in my uniform, including my flak jacket, running down the aisle to the hatch, tugging on my helmet as I ran. My only thought was that somehow a Japanese ship had snuck through our lines and we were rammed, or that a night-flying kamikaze had hit its mark. My blood ran cold. We had around 300 wounded Marines aboard, many of them in casts, some missing a leg or arm, none of them capable of swimming in the dangerous waters off Iwo Jima to await rescue. I ••• If you are interested in reading Arvy Geurin’s whole story, “Walking Through Fire: An Iwo Jima Survivor’s Remembrance” you can find it at, www.amazon.com/WalkingThrough-Fire-Survivors-Remembrance/dp/ 1932172319 And remember to fly the US flag every November 11 on Veterans Day

Arvy Guerin in a foxhole on one of the most dangerous beaches in the history of warfare. about the sea off Iwo Jima. It was another jolt toward the reality of what we were heading toward. How had I gotten here so fast? Had it been only ten years since I had been the youngest entrepreneur (selling culled vegetables) in McFarland California? The amtrack slowed several yards from the shore of Iwo Jima. The marines rushed over the sides and we navy radiomen scrambled with them. We waded up to our waists in the churning water. Shell rained down from Mt. Surabachi and as bad as it was, we didn’t know then that it would get much, much worse. The Japanese were holding back, wait-

ing for the Fourth Wave. For us, the muddy and bloody water, the zing of bullets passing close to us were enough to know we were sloshing into hell. Now my central focus was getting on that beach, putting my part of the threesectioned radio together, and saying alive. It was beginning to dawn on me that

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Sacred Songs for a Sacred Season SANTA CRUZ — Mark your calendars now for the most exciting concert of the holiday season! Renowned Irish singer and songwriter Mary Mc Laughlin, her Cór Ainglí Singers, and the highly regarded women’s vocal ensemble Zambra, a

Celebration of Women’s Voices will present their thrilling new show, Sacred Songs for a Sacred Season, in three venues this year: Sunday, December 2, 4:00 p.m. at Vallombrosa Center, Menlo Park; Saturday, December 8, 8:00 p.m. at Holy Cross

Church, Santa Cruz; and Saturday, mythological songs of Ireland as well as December 15, 7:30 p.m. at Advent Latin plainchant and the Irish tradition of Lutheran, Morgan Hill. Ticket information keening. Mary’s thrilling interpretations of can be found at www.coraingli.com, or by Gregorian chant and Gaelic traditional song is further augcontacting Audrey by her knack Nickel at [Mary Mc Laughlin] mented for story telling and info@coraingli.com or has been featured on entertaining an audi831-335-4879. Please several Celtic compila- ence. do not contact Holy Nine-voiced Cross Catholic Church tion albums, including ensemble Zambra or Advent Lutheran Narada’s Celtic Voices takes an eclectic Church directly. and Faire Celts. Her approach to vocal harAccompanied by solo albums include monies from around traditional musicians, The Daughter of Lír, the planet, both a capMary and her Cór Ainglí Singers will Crystal Shoe, A Gaelic pella and with tradiperform songs from Christmas and Celtic tional accompaniment. Their portion of the her forthcoming Requiem (with guitarist program will weave album Sacred Days, William Coulter). together seasonal and Mythic Ways, a celesacred music ranging bration of Gregorian chant and ancient Gaelic sacred and myth- from Renaissance polyphony, early American shape-note hymns, Sephardic ic song. Singer, songwriter and teacher Mary laments, Hebrew folkdance tunes and traMc Laughlin, a resident of Capitola, CA, is ditional British carols. Each group will perform a set; then steeped in the Ulster Gaelic song tradition of her native Ireland. She has been featured they will come together to sing Christmas on several Celtic compilation albums, songs in Irish Gaelic, including favorites from including Narada’s Celtic Voices and Faire Celts. Her solo albums include The Mary’s A Gaelic Christmas concert series, Daughter of Lír, Crystal Shoe, A Gaelic which has delighted capacity audiences Christmas and Celtic Requiem (with gui- throughout the Central Coast and the Bay tarist William Coulter). She holds an MA in Area since 2006. You won’t want to miss Ritual Chant and Song from Limerick this stunning and dynamic holiday perUniversity, where she specialized in the formance! I

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Cabrillo Theatre presents ‘Black Snow’ C abrillo College’s Theatre Arts Department will present Keith Reddin’s brilliant comedy Black Snow, November 2 through 18, at The Cabrillo Black Box Theater. Black Snow is a hilarious comedy about a playwright’s plight when his play falls into the hands of a legendary theatre director in a climate of government oppression. The young writer ’s dream rapidly turns into a comic nightmare when the illustrious Theater of Moscow decides to make a play out of his failed novel. Sergei, the playwright, is then propelled on a hilarious roller coaster ride through the tumultuous world of Stalinist Russia where he finds himself at the mercy of the absurdly autocratic director Ivan Vasilievich (a thinly veiled Konstantin Stanislavsky). While it would seem our young writer has joined the ranks of the great — Shakespeare,

Reddin’s play is based on Mikhail Bulgakov’s novel A Dead Man’s Memoir, in which Bulgakov fictionalized his own outlandish experience as a playwright for the famous Moscow Art Theatre in the 1930s ...

Moliere, Sophocles — Sergei finds trouble at every turn. Reddin’s play is based on Mikhail Bulgakov’s novel A Dead Man’s Memoir, in which Bulgakov fictionalized his own outlandish experience as a playwright for the famous Moscow Art Theatre in the 1930s, working with legendary theatre director Constantin Stanislavsky (of

method acting fame), during a time of soul crushing censorship. “The Santa Cruz premiere of Black Snow is a gold mine of comedy and commentary,” explains director Robin Aronson. “Our cast of 17 actors, playing 80 characters, will bring it to life with all the joy and expertise that the brilliant script, and the theatre experience itself, inspires.“ I ••• Cabrillo Theatre Arts Department presents Black Snow November 2 – 18 Friday & Saturday Nights at 7:30 pm and Matinees on Nov. 4, 11 and 18 at 2 pm. Cabrillo College Black Box Theater, 6500 Soquel Drive, Aptos. Tickets: $19 General, $17 Students/Seniors, $14 w/Activity Card, $12 Children Under 10 available at 831-479-6154 or www.cabrillovapa.com

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Alexander Cruz (center) is Sergei, caught inbetween the forceful and brilliant personalities of (from left) Shakespeare (Shona Blumeneau), Moliere (Jacob Ellis) and Sophocles (Samson Aufdermaur) in Mikhail Bulgakov’s “Black Snow,” adapted by Keith Reddin and directed by Robin Aronson.

Capitola Soroptimists Seeking Applicants $2,000 Women’s Opportunity Award to be Awarded

oroptimist International (SI) of Capitola-by-the-Sea is seeking qualified candidates to apply for its 2012 Women’s Opportunity Award (WOA), which carries a $2,000 cash award. While it is a Capitola-based club, all women who are heads of households in Santa Cruz County are eligible to apply for the WOA and applications will be shared with the Watsonville Soroptimist club. To be eligible to apply for the WOA, women applicants must be enrolled in or have been accepted to a vocational/skills training program or an undergraduate degree program, and are the primary financial support of their families. The WOA helps women overcome personal difficulties and better their lives through education and skills training. Winners may use the cash award to offset any costs associated with their efforts to attain higher education, including books, childcare and transportation. Deadline to apply or be nominated for the award is December 1, 2012. Applications can be downloaded at the SI of CapitolaBy-The-Sea website www.best4women.org. For

more information, contact Carol DeLauder at caroldelauder@gmail.com or call (831) 359-8598. Winners will be honored at an annual awards dinner in March, 2013. I ••• 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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Creating Defensible Space in Potential Wildfire Areas

iving in a high-risk wildfire area is always a risk, but there are preparations that can be made to make your home safer. One of the most effective is to create defensible space, dividing the land around your home into three zones of protection: ZONE 1 The area adjacent to your home (0-5 feet) he objective of this zone is to minimize the chance that embers landing near the building will ignite materials that could result in flames making direct contact with your home. Select products such as noncombustible mulches, including rock, gravel, and noncombustible hardscape features such as brick and concrete walkways and surfacing that will reduce wildfire exposure. Do not store firewood and other combustible materials (e.g., lumber) in this zone. Choose low-growing, irrigated herbaceous plant materials. ••• ZONE 2 The area from 5 to 30 feet of your home or to the property line se this area as a buffer zone to reduce the intensity of a wildfire. The vegeta-

tion in this area should be arranged in islands, or groupings, and separated such that a fire in any one island will not result in the fire being able to burn directly to the building. In order to minimize the amount of radiant heat that could impact the building, outbuildings (e.g., tool sheds, play structures) should not be located in this zone. This area requires the most thinning and horizontal separation between trees and other vegetation groupings, and removal of items that could result in a very intense fire close to your home. The objective of thinning and separation is to reduce the chance that ignited vegetation will provide a direct path for fire to burn to the home. Boats, trailers, other structures made of combustible materials (e.g., wood or plastic) and anything else containing combustible materials should not be located or stored in this zone. Steps to improve defensible space in Zones 1 and 2: • Prune branches that hang over your home so that they are at least 10 feet away. • Remember the importance of the 0 to 5 feet noncombustible zone — remove flammable vegetation close to, adjacent to or under vents, soffits or windows. If ignited, vegetation in the area within 5 feet of the building will expose combustible siding and windows to flames. • Limb up trees and remove dead material from all vegetation on your property.

• Remove vegetative debris (e.g., pine needles) from your gutters, roof, and areas near your home on a regular basis. ZONE 3 The area beyond 30 feet from your home his area is often referred to as the “reduced fuel zone.” The objective of this zone is to slow down and reduce the energy of the wildfire. This area extends from 30 to 100 feet from your home or to the property line. Homes located at or near the top of a steep slope, particularly if the

home has an inadequate set back, may benefit from a larger zone. Steps to improve your defensible space in Zone 3: • Thin out trees to reduce the chances that fire can spread from one tree crown to the next. • Remove dead plant materials and tree branches. • Ladder fuels are those that will allow fire to climb up the bark and into the upper portion of the tree. Prune trees to eliminate ladder fuels. I

The Distinguished Artists Concert Series Presents Guitarist Benjamin Verdery

ow in its 28th year, The Distinguished Artists Concert Series proudly presents Benjamin Verdery, guitarist Sunday, November 4, 3

p.m. 2012 St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church, Aptos. Benjamin Verdery has been chair of the guitar department at the Yale University School of Music since 1985 and is artistic director of the Yale Guitar Extravaganza and of 92nd Street Y’s Art of the Guitar series. Verdery has recorded over 15 albums available on Amazon.com such as: • Happy Here (2011), with William Coulter • First You Build A Cloud (2007), collaboration with Andy Summers of The Police • Branches (2007), a solo album featuring arrangements of Bach, Mozart, Strauss and Hendrix. • Start Now (Mushkatweek), won the 2005 Classical Recording Foundation Award.

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His innovative and eclectic musical career includes concerts around the world, with repeat appearances at the International Guitar Festival (Singapore, 2011), the Festival International de Agosto (Caracas), the Schubert Festival (Bad Urach, Germany), the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, the Metropolitan Opera (NYC). Composers who have written works for him include Daniel Asia, Ingram Marshall, Anthony Newman and Roberto Sierra. As a composer, Verdery’s works are published by Doberman-Yppan, and have been performed by such artists as John Williams, Sergio and Odair Assad, David Russell, and the Los Angeles Guitar Quartet. Verdery has earned commissions from the New York State Council on the Arts and Pensacola College, has appeared with

artists Hermann Prey, John Williams, Paco Peña, Leo Kottke, Andy Summers and Jessye Norman, with his wife, flutist Rie Schmidt, and with steel guitarist William Coulter. He is honorary board member of the Suzuki Association of the Americas since 2007. Verdery holds his Annual International Master Class on the Island of Maui (Hawaii) every summer. Benjamin uses D’Addario strings and guitars by Greg Smallman and Christopher Carrington. Tickets: on sale now $15-24 BrownPaperTickets.com, www.distinguishedartists.org or at the door 831-539-000 ••• For more information, visit www.distinguishedartists.org Distinguished Artists Concert Series (DACS) is a non-profit affiliate of the Aptos Community Foundation in Aptos, California

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Soquel High Water Polo Program A Powerhouse Marcelo Adas Continues Winning Ways in his 21st Year as Varsity Head Coach

his is a story of a Brazilian Immigrant, who came here to live the American dream. Marcelo came with no money and no English. He started by picking up trash and delivering pizzas for a living and today is a person who made a difference in many people’s life in our community. The first year he started as coach at Marcelo Adas Soquel High, Marcelo took on the water polo program that was currently in last place in the league. After 21 years Soquel High has an incredible Santa Cruz Coast Athletic League record of 226-2, and is currently 88-0 with 17 consecutive league titles and on it’s way to 18th. Soquel High’s water polo program is now one of the top schools ranked in the

Central Coast Section and is considered and respected as one of the powerhouses in California and US. In 2002-03, Soquel was CCS Champions for the first and only time ever for any SC County Schools. That Year Soquel High had more All American polo players than any other High School in the Country and Coach Adas was awarded the CCS honor coach of the Year. He also has produced 18 League MVP’s, three CCS field players MVP’s and several All Americans and Div. 1 College players. Some of these players are now coaching, officiating and teaching at other high schools in Santa Cruz. Altogether, he is inspiring a new generation of athletes in our community year after year. Marcelo also helped begin one of the first girls water polo programs in Santa Cruz in 1993. Through parent’s petitions, meetings and hard work the dream of having a girl’s water polo team became a reality and is now recognized as a high

The first year he started as coach at Soquel High, Marcelo took on the water polo program that was currently in last place in the league. After 21 years Soquel High has an incredible Santa Cruz Coast Athletic League record of 226-2, and is currently 88-0 with 17 consecutive league titles and on it’s way to 18th. school sport by CCS. Today Marcelo’s daughter plays for Soquel High under Ryan Chapatte former Adas player and CCS MVP in 1999. Liliana King-Adas was the sophomore of the year last year and both boys and girls programs at Soquel are undefeated so far this year. Through these 21 years of successful aquatics coaching and teaching his work and commitment to the advancement of

athletics in Santa Cruz has been making a positive difference in the community. In his club team, he teaches kids of all ages beginning with Splashball for 5-yearolds. Players of all age groups were very successful National and International. He inspired many individuals not only to become good athletes but also to succeed in life. Thank you Marcelo! I

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Harbor Season Record (3-4, SCCAL 1-2) St. Francis 20 – Harbor 14 Harbor Stats: 12 First Downs, Rushing yds 44-195, Passing yds 32, Comp-Att-Int 214-0, Fumbles-Lost 1-1, Penalties-yds 8-40 Harbor Scoring: Cesar Guerrero 28 yd pass from Milo Small (Guerrero kick) 10:13 2nd Q; Luke Patenaude 11 yd run (Guerrero kick) 4:13 3rd Q Soquel Season Record (5-2, SCCAL 2-1) Aptos 32 – Soquel 21 Soquel Stats: 12 First Downs, Rushing yds 31-222, Passing yds 39, Comp-Att-Int 511-1, Fumbles-Lost 1-1, Penalties-yds 1-15 Soquel Scoring: Fabiano Hale 15 yd run (Tanner Mihelic kick) 9:02 1st Q; Hale 30 yd run (Mihelic kick) 4:57 2nd Q; Hale 41 yd run (Mihelic kick) 7:19 3rd Q

SCCAL Tournament First Round Singles: Rachel Riddick (Aptos) def. Jenny Servin (Soquel) 6-0, 6-0 Tatiana Podlsky (Santa Cruz def. Sarah Smith (Harbor) First Round Doubles: Serena Calcagno & Allison Hoffman (Aptos) def. Lilly Voght & Sarah Humphrey (Soquel) 6-4, 6-3 Desi Rakela & Sarah Strelke (Scotts Valley) def. Rachel Handley & Sevahna de Leon (Harbor) Soquel 5 – St. Francis 2 Soquel Singles: Sarah Humphries (Soq) def. Gerami 6-2, 6-4; Andrea Totten (Soq) by default Soquel Doubles: Grace Harrison & margarita Servin (Soq) def. Amber Martinez & Alicia Castro 6-1, 6-0; Sami Weiser & Gabby Gerlach (Soq) def. Violet Peoples & Erica Leung 5-7, 6-2, 15-13; Skye Sabin & Sam McFeeley (Soq) def. Ana Colosi & Katie McGrogan 6-3, 6-0.

Girls Volleyball Harbor Season Record (21-3, SCCAL 13-0) SCCAL Regular Season SCCAL Champ Soquel Season Record (21-9, SCCAL 11-2) Harbor def. Soquel (25-15, 25-19, 29-27) Harbor Scoring: Molly Tobin 12 kills, 8 digs; Kelsey Shaver 12 kills 6 digs; Parice Williams 5 kills; Morgan Matias 5 kills; Grace Thompson 38 assists; Sydney Hogan 6 digs Soquel Scoring: Alli Walters 30 assists; Sarah Savoca 10 kills, 3 blocks; Madison Rocha 6 kills

Girls Water Polo Harbor Season Record (4-14, MBL-P 3-8) Scotts Valley 7 – Harbor 3 Harbor Scoring: Dusty Greer 2 goals, 1 assist, 2 steals; Gabby McClelland 1 goal, 1 steal; Jazmin Bale 1 assist; Julia Fleming 1 steal; Georgina Bailey 1 steal; Rachel “Scoreboard” > 14 www.tpgonlinedaily.com Capitola Soquel Times / November 2012 / 11

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Morton Marcus Memorial Poetry Reading American Book Award Winner Arthur Sze to Read at Annual Event

abrillo College is proud to sponsor The Third Annual Morton Marcus Memorial Poetry Reading featuring American Book Award winner and Chancellor of American Poets Arthur Sze on Saturday, November 10 at 7:00 p.m., in the Cabrillo Samper Recital Hall. The evening will also include a reading by the winner of the Morton Marcus Poetry Contest. This annual, free event is firstcome, first-served seating. Doors will open at 6:30 PM. The Annual Morton Marcus Memorial Poetry Arthur Sze Reading honors poet, teacher, and film critic Morton Marcus (1936–2009). Marcus, a cultural icon of Santa Cruz County, passed away in 2009. Throughout his life Marcus actively brought together many of the art communities in the county. Among his pursuits was his great belief in the importance and richness of poetry to our culture. The

Annual Morton Marcus Memorial Poetry Reading, co-sponsored by Poetry Santa Cruz, Ow Family Properties, Cabrillo College and UCSC, honors Marcus and his beliefs by bringing an acclaimed writer to the admission-free Memorial Reading each year. This year’s reading will feature the extraordinary poet Arthur Sze, who is the author of eight books of poetry. Mr. Sze was the first poet laureate of Santa Fe (2006-2008) and the recipient of two National Endowment for the Arts Creative Writing fellowships (1982, 1993). In January of 2012, Sze was named a Chancellor to the Academy of American Poets. His poems have appeared internationally and have been translated into Albanian, Bosnian, Burmese, Chinese, Dutch, French, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish, Turkish and Uzbek. He is a professor emeritus at the Institute of American Indian Arts and lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The evening, hosted by Santa Cruz’s first poet laureate Gary Young, will highlight Sze’s readings from his own work, as

well as a reading by the winner of the Award in 2007 for his outstanding contriMorton Marcus Poetry Contest sponsored butions to the cultural life of Santa Cruz. by phren-Z, an online publication of Santa Among his published works are eleven Cruz Writes. The winning poem and three volumes of poetry. He taught English and honorable mentions will be published in Film at Cabrillo College for thirty years, the Fall 2012 issue of phren-Z, available on was the co-host of the longest running poetry radio program November 15. in the nation, The The reading will Saturday, Poetry Show, and conclude with a book was the co-host of the signing and sale with November 10 television film review Arthur Sze in the 7:00 PM show, Cinema Scene. lobby. Mort Marcus’s Annual Morton Cabrillo Samper Poetry Archive is Marcus Memorial Recital Hall now housed at Poetry Reading feaUCSC’s Special turing Arthur Sze, Saturday, November 10, 2010 - 7:00 PM Collections. Mort’s personal papers, manuCabrillo College Samper Recital Hall, 6500 scripts, and recordings reflect his legacy as Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA. Info: a poet and educator, and his collection of poetry books, broadsides, literary magawww.mortonmarcus.com or 831-479-5744 Free Event: First come, first served zines and correspondence with other poets and writers illuminates his deep involveseating Poet, teacher and film critic, Morton ment in and passion for the literary art of Marcus (1936–2009), was a cultural icon of poetry. For more information about the Santa Cruz County for over 40 years. He Archive or to contribute to its support was the Santa Cruz County Artist of the please contact Special Collections (specYear 1999 and a recipient of the Gail Rich coll@ucsc.edu.) I

‘Photography & Fusion’ — Presented By the Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County

he new art exhibition presented by the Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County features the work of four photographers and one glass artist. Styles of photography range from abstract digital images to nature photography.

Pat Dellin creates decorative and functional platters and bowls in her Santa Cruz art studio. She fuses and slumps glass in colorful, abstract designs in her electric kiln that is powered by solar panels. Tom Jacobs’ photographs offer rich

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colors and textures, strong composition, and intriguing subject matter. The images often include a structure with a story to tell, such as a rustic wooden boat, an old doorway, or an ancient cobblestone street. All images are printed on canvas and mounted on stretcher bars by the artist. Appropriating public robotic webcam, Isabelle Jenniches captures thousands of images throughout several months or even years, and stitches them together into a complex and detailed composite. Wildlife became Sebastian Kennerknecht’s passion when he studied behavioral ecology at UCSC. Sebastian’s images showcase the beauty and intricacies of nature while highlighting the critical need for more conservation efforts through his images. S y l v i a Valentine loves macro and landscape photography, capturing color and light to relive the magic of the moment. She enjoys capturing

October 25 - December 22 Santa Cruz County Government Center 701 Ocean Street, 1st & 5th Floors Gallery Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5 pm Public Reception/First Friday Art Tour: November 2, from 5 to 8 pm the spirit of a place, often using close angles and light to bring a magical, unique perspective. Featured above, the works of: Sebastian Kennerknecht, Pat Dellin, and Isabelle Jenniches. The public is invited to a reception as part of the First Friday Art Tour at the County Government Center (701 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz) on November 2, 2012 from 5 to 8 pm. I Four exhibits each year are sponsored by the Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County in collaboration with the Santa Cruz County Department of Public Works. Applications to exhibit are open to all artists residing in Santa Cruz County and are now available. The deadline for applications is November 12. Applications are available on the Cultural Council website.

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Local Couple’s Painting Touring China Traveling Exhibit Features 100 Pieces for One-Year Run

painting of local agriculture owned by Jess and Laura Brown of Aptos has been selected as one of a 100 paintings that are on a one-year tour of China’s major museums. The exhibit is organized by the America China Oil painting League (ACOPAL). The painting, titled “Approaching Storm: Broccoli Harvest,” is by Monterey artist Warren Chang. The Exhibition, which first opened on September 14 at the Beijing World Art Museum, is titled “Contemporary American Realism.” The U.S. Ambassador to China, Gary Locke, attended the opening among other dignitaries. Fifty-one American artists were chosen to submit work. The exhibit is the largest American realism painting exhibit in China’s history. The paintings were carefully chosen from some of the best U.S. contemporary realism painters. “We were honored that one of our paintings was chosen for the exhibition as it provides an opportunity for people in China to appreciate Warren Chang’s work and view a scene which depicts agriculture on the central coast of California” said Jess Brown, Executive

Director, Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau. ACOPAL’s Inaugural Exhibition in China, which opened this month at the World Art Museum in Beijing, will continue on a tour to museums in Shanghai, Hunan, Guangdong and Sichuan. The Beijing World Art Museum is China’s premier collection of world art, with exhibitions to the public and education about the state cultural institutions. The museum brings world civilization to the Chinese audience. It is estimated that millions of people will view the artworks. I

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Soquel Creek Water Opens First New Well in Over 20 Years solely on groundwater pumped with wells from underground aquifers to supply water to its customers. The new well is the first of five planned that will allow the District reduce the amount of water being pumped from wells near the coast to help protect our community’s groundwater supply from seawater intrusion. Among the 40 people in attendance were County Supervisor Ellen Pirie; Soquel Creek Water District board members Bruce Daniels, Dan Kriege and Don Hoernschemeyer; State Water Resources Control Board Grant Manager Sarah Gatzke; Regional Water Management Foundation Board Ralph Soquel Creek Water District Board President Dr. Thomas LaHue, left, President speaks to a crowd of about 40 people on Sept. 20 during a celebration Maljanich and Executive of the District’s first new well to come online in over 20 years and the Director Tim Carson; Santa Cruz County Polo Grounds Park in Aptos. District General Central Water District Manager Laura Brown, center, and District Interim General Manager General Manager Ralph Taj Dufour also spoke at the event. Bracamonte and Santa

he Soquel Creek Water District celebrated its first new well to come online in more than two decades at the Santa Cruz County Polo Grounds September 20. Currently, the District relies

Soquel Creek Water District Board Vice President Bruce Daniels, right, talks with Santa Cruz County Water Resources Division Director John Ricker during a celebration of the District’s first new well to come online in over 20 years and the Santa Cruz County Polo Grounds Park in Aptos on Sept. 20. Cruz County Assistant Public Works Director Betsey Lynberg. Polo Grounds Well Facts he new well, located at the Santa Cruz County Polo Grounds, is the first new water source for the Soquel Creek Water District in over 20 years. It is one of five new wells planned to allow the District to redistribute pumping away from the coast to help protect our community’s water supply from seawater intrusion. Currently, the District relies solely on groundwater pumped with wells from underground aquifers to provide water to its customers. The well will also increase reliability and redundancy in the system. It is not intended to increase capacity, in fact despite population growth, demand for water has decreased in the last 15 years. Originally drilled in 1980 for a proposed subdivision, the well has been used by the County to irrigate Polo Grounds County Park. In 2011, the District entered into a 50year lease with the County to use the well. With the help of a Prop. 50 grant from the State Water Resources Control Board, the

District converted it into a municipal drinking water well by increasing the well’s depth, upgrading the pump and adding an iron and manganese treatment facility, water main, discharge and sewer lines. BY THE NUMBERS: Depth of the well: 380 feet • Well’s pumping capacity: 391 acre feet per year • Proposition 50 grant funding used: $2,065,295 • Total cost of the project: $4,091,000 The two aquifers the District draws from, Purisima and Aromas Red Sands, have been over-pumped leaving them at risk for seawater intrusion. Recent information from hydrologists indicates that pumping needs to be reduced by about 35% for a period of at least 20 years to allow the aquifers to fill to safe levels that minimizes the risk of seawater intrusion. In addition to redistributing groundwater pumping away from the coast and working to further increase conservation, the District is working to develop a supplemental water supply, including a proposed desalination plant in partnership with the City of Santa Cruz Water Department. I

“Scoreboard” from pg 11 Reinsma 6 saves, 2 steals; Heather Kingsley 1 save

Boys Water Polo Soquel Season Record (17-3, MBL-G 11-0) Carmel Tournament Soquel 8 – Valley Christian 7 (OT) Ivan Silva 6 goals, 4 steals; Jack Pickard 2 goals; Caleb Howard 15 saves Soquel 15 – Mitty 8 Soquel Scoring: Jack Pickard 5 goals, 3 steals, 1 assist; Ivan Silva 3 goals, 3 steals, 2 assists; Max Somple 2 goals, 4 steals, 4 assist; Caleb Howard 7 saves 14 / November 2012 / Capitola Soquel Times www.tpgonlinedaily.com

Soquel 11 – Live Oak 6 Soquel Scoring: Max Somple 5 goals, 3 steals, 1 assist; Max Draga 2 goals, 6 assists, 3 steals; Zach Nelson 8 saves Soquel 17 – Monterey 5 Soquel Scoring: Ivan Silva 4 goals, 1 assist, 1 steal; Max Somple 2 goals, 1 assist, 3 steals; Max Draga 1 goals, 3 assists, 3 steals; Caleb Howard 16 saves I

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Health Trust Solicits Grant Proposals for 2013 WATSONVILLE — The Pajaro Valley Community Health Trust (Health Trust) is pleased to announce the release of its 20122013 Request for Letters of Intent (LOI’s) for organizations serving the health care needs of Pajaro Valley residents. In July 2010, the Community Health Trust embarked on a new five year strategic plan and announced its commitment to funding and advocacy in four strategic priority areas: Access to Care; Diabetes and Contributing Factors; Health Professions; and Oral Health. In addition to the four Strategic Program Areas, the Community Health Trust remains committed to making a special effort to support programs and projects that serve the following populations: Children & Youth (Ages 0-21); Farm Workers and their Families; and Low-Income and Underserved Individuals. The Community Health Trust antici-

pates awarding $125,000 to the most promising projects received through this competitive process. Grants will be awarded to organizations that support our mission and whose applications are focused on one of our four program areas. For more information on eligibility requirements and how to apply, please visit the Health Trust’s web site at www.pvhealthtrust.org or contact Veronica Camberos, Program Associate, at (831) 761-5695 or by email at vcamberos@pvhealthtrust.org. I ••• The Pajaro Valley Community Health Trust in Watsonville, California is a nonprofit public-benefit health care foundation whose mission is to improve the health and quality of life for all people of the Pajaro Valley by supporting programs and activities that ensure access to a full array of high quality, culturally competent health care services that promote health, wellness and disease prevention.

Twenty Seventh Annual Symphony League Home Tour For your convenience, a shuttle service will be provided to four of the five homes on the Tour, due to limited parking at the homes. “Manresa Manor,” “Decorator’s Dream Home,” and “Villa Viscaya” are all located off San Andreas Road and will have continuous shuttle service between these three homes. The League Gift Boutique and refreshments will also be served at the Villa! The “Wyckoff History House” is located off Corralitos Rd. and will have a shuttle to take tour-goers from a nearby parking lot to the home. The last home, called “FantiSea House” is located in Seacliff, where on-the-street parking should be adequate. This home features stunning ocean views, and a motto that reads: “If you’re lucky enough to live by the ocean, you’re lucky enough!” There will be hand crafted gifts, jams and jellies, succulent planters, and themed gift baskets in the Boutique. Enjoy music in the homes, art, history to delight This domed mansion was modeled after the design of a villa in Italy, also the history buffs, and lovely garnamed Villa Viscaya. Magnificent is not an overstatement, but the home dens to refresh your soul. You is filled with charm and coziness, if that word is even possible within the won’t want to miss this year’s Tour! I nearly 14,000 square feet of this grand house! Not to be missed!

he 27th annual Symphony League of Santa Cruz County Home Tour will be held on Saturday, November 3, and Sunday, November 4, from 12:00 – 5:00 P.M. each day. The Symphony League was established in 1966 for the express purpose of providing support for the Santa Cruz County Symphony, and numbers around 200 members. Five fantastic homes will be featured this year on the Home Tour. Like last year’s tour, the League has selected homes in a relatively small geographic area to allow less driving, and more time enjoying each unique home!

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scwd2 Desalination Program Monthly Project Update and Latest News

ith the local political scene in full swing, community meetings, candidate forums, and handouts are being held and/or circulated to increase awareness, beliefs, and perspectives on the scwd2 Desalination Project. Below are some informational items related to the project to remember and consider: 1. In March of this year, the Santa Cruz City Council passed an ordinance which formalized requiring voter approval to construct a desalination project. This ordinance was unanimously passed before the signature gathering qualified for a citizens’–generated initiative to amend the City’s Charter for vote on constructing a desalination plant. 2. Desalination is used in 120 countries worldwide to provide drinking water, including the United States and California. The pilot plant operated by scwd2 in 2008-2009 proved to meet

and exceed water quality standards set forth by CA Department of Public Health. 3. The proposed desalination project would provide regional benefits to two agencies with unique water supply shortage issues. A project environmental impact report (EIR) is being prepared that will evaluate and address associated environmental impacts and alternatives. In addition, sharing the evaluation costs and potential construction costs of the proposed project means neither agency will have to solely fund the project on its own. 4. Our community is faced with severe consequences to fish habitat, our groundwater basin, and our customers’ everyday needs if a supplemental supply is not secured. 5. A supplemental supply project with

the ability to provide approximately 2.5 million gallons per day is needed to meet today’s water shortage. This reflects a reduced shortage need due to our agencies’ robust and enhanced conservation programs and 15% curtailment during droughts. 6. A safe and reliable water supply is important to ensure ongoing protection of the environment and the ability of our combined community to economically thrive. Recent Coverage in the Santa Cruz Sentinel Spotlights Desalination and Local Water Issues he Santa Cruz Sentinel featured a number of articles and videos for their special-report series “Deconstructing Desal” that focused on our area’s local water supplies, shortage issues, and the proposed scwd2 Desalination Project. District Adopts Updated Roadmap for Water Planning through 2030 oquel Creek Water District adopted the 2012 Integrated Resources Plan (IRP) Update in September, which shall serve as a roadmap through 2030 for maintaining

water supply reliability for its customers and protecting the local environment. The key components of this report (which is an update to the District’s 2006 IRP) include: Maximizing Conservation — Continue and increase conservation efforts and programs. Groundwater Management — Reduce groundwater pumping by approximately 35% to allow the basin to naturally recover; redistribute well pumping away from the coast; and support groundwater recharge protection. Diversifying our Water Portfolio with Regional Supplemental Supply — Reaffirmation to continue evaluating the scwd2 Regional Seawater Desalination Project with the City of Santa Cruz to provide a reliable water supply to supplement our diminished groundwater resources. In addition, potential water exchanges are being studied; however, these are not expected to contribute much to our water shortage needs. The report contains the evaluation and findings of various water supply alternatives, such as off-stream diversion along Soquel Creek, a reservoir in the Glenwood area, a District-only desalination project and 35% mandatory water restrictions for at least 20 years to achieve basin recovery. Nearby Sand City Desalination Facility named 2012 WateReuse Project of the Year he Sand City Coastal Desalination Facility was recently recognized as the 2012 WateReuse Project of the Year. This facility is California’s first municipal desalination project permitted under the current water treatment regulations and provides a model for successful, environmentally compatible desalination based on collaborative planning, innovative design, and successful operations. The National WateReuse Association is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to advance the beneficial and efficient uses of high-quality, locally produced sustainable water sources for the betterment of society and the environment through advocacy, education and outreach, research, and membership. The WaterReuse Association recognizes that across the United States and the world, communities are facing water supply challenges due to increasing demand, drought, depletion and contamination of groundwater, and dependence on a single source of supply. The Sand City project was bestowed this award since it demonstrates that desalination can be a practical, sustainable and cost effective water supply alternative. I

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Find your Edge, Ring the Bell By Camille Smith encouragement and tips. The lesson’s pretty clear, right? Commit to trying something new. Follow instructions. Step Off. Listen for encouragement. Smile. Feel good about your accomplishment. Over the Edge n Oct. 14, the world watched as Fearless Felix stepped off the edge of his capsule and fell 24 miles to earth. His journey lasted 9 minutes Arrow points and 3 seconds. He reached an unofficial speed of 834 mph and broke the sound barrier. Felix’s edge is not mine, nor my nieces, nor yours. Each of us has a unique edge, a place where we stop and go no further. BTW, not crossing your edge is completely acceptable. It’s when we want to accomplish something that’s beyond our current edge that I’m addressing. Building Confidence “The Edge ... there is no honest way to My hypothesis is this: Stepping over who people only the because explain it our edge isn’t only really know where it is are the ones about the goal. It’s who have gone over.” about building our capacity to go after — Hunter S. Thompson American born journalist, author. goals. It’s about building self“Come to the edge, he said. They said: confidence. Test We are afraid. Come to the edge, he my hypothesis said. They came. He pushed them and against your own experithey flew.” ence. — Guillaume Apollinaire • Way before you’ve mastered a skill, be it physical (rock climbing) or emotional (not flying off the handle) or profes-

hen visiting last week, my two Arizona nieces demonstrated the job of a kid: try stuff and see what happens. It’s a job for adults, too. The 7 and 10 year-old were in constant motion — boogie boarding, cart wheeling, tree climbing. We took them to the Pacific Edge. Fearlessly and with big grins, they paid close attention to instructor, put on their shoes and harnesses and all but flew up, and down, the first wall. After this success, the pattern was set: Climb up, ring the bell at the top, climb down, high 5, go to the next higher wall. After 2 hours, they’d climbed to the highest wall of the Edge. During every climb, the instructor hollered

sional (being a leader) or personal (being a parent), what you are building in the process of learning the skill is your capacity to learn. (I’m learning to play the guitar.) • When you fail to reach a goal and continue to pursue it, what you are building is your capacity to preserve. (I know why they call it the “F” chord.) • When you tell the truth to my niece about what you did or didn’t do, you build your capacity to be trusted by others and by yourself. (I don’t practice every day, which is my promise to me.) Commitment to Success hile our focus in on the outcome, it’s the process itself of learning, persevering, telling the truth that’s giving us a result that’s equally as valuable as the outcome: we’re gaining confidence and building our capacity to change. So, adults, let’s learn from the kids: 1. Make a commitment to engage in something that really excites and lights you up. 2. Find your edge. Regarding what lights you up, where do you stop now?

3. Find someone to hold the support rope. Their role is to remind you of your commitment, especially when you forget. 4. Be willing to fail and get back up. “… This thing we call “failure” is not the falling down, but the staying down.” Mary Pickford, actress 5. Ring the bell for each and every small victory. Here’s to each of us channeling just enough Felix and the children when we need it most. I

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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 / November 2012 / 19

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Quartuccio steps up for SCC Symphony’s next concert

he Santa Cruz County Symphony will introduce Anthony Quartuccio, Jr., the second of five conductor candidates, at its upcoming ‘Ravishing Romantics’ concerts. ‘Ravishing Romantics’ concerts on November 17 & 18 features Beethoven’s Seventh Symphony, and a new talent, Mayumi Kanagawa performing Sibelius’ Violin Concerto Quartuccio has already established his credentials in the Bay Area as conductor for both the San Jose Chamber Orchestra and Opera San Jose. He also founded the Bay Shore Lyric Opera which operates in locations across the Bay Area (including Capitola), and as conductor for the San Jose Youth Chamber Orchestra, led a performance for His Holiness the Dali Anthony Quartuccio Jr. Lama of Tibet. Quartuccio also conducted the Santa Clara Chorale, Nova Vista Symphony, Winchester Orchestra of San Jose, served as assistant/rehearsal conductor for Vladimir Spivakov and the Monterey Symphony Orchestra, and made many appearances around the country as a concert accordionist. The ‘Ravishing Romantics’ concerts feature three works of the romantic era and will be performed on Saturday, November 17, 8 pm at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium and Sunday, November 18, 2 pm at the Mello Center for the Performing

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Mayumi Kanagawa Arts in Watsonville. The program opens with the overture to Richard Wagner’s brilliant opera, The Flying Dutchman. The music captures the wild ferocity of a raging storm at sea for the opera’s tale of a sea captain who encounters a ghost ship off the Cape of Good Hope. The Symphony will then welcome a new talent to the stage- the young and gifted violinist, Mayumi Kanagawa, to perform Jean Sibelius’ rarely heard Violin Concerto, a work both virtuosic and richly melodic. At just eighteen years of age, Ms. Kanagawa debuted this April at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, won the Irving Klein International String Competition and was featured on National Public Radio. The concert concludes with Beethoven’s hauntingly beautiful Seventh Symphony. Written when the composer had almost completely lost his hearing, the piece provides a bridge between the classical and romantic eras of composition. The work’s dancing rhythms were best described Richard Wagner: "All tumult, all yearning and storming of the heart, become here the blissful insolence of joy, which carries us away with bacchanalian power through the roomy space of nature, through all the streams and seas of life, shouting in glad self-consciousness as we sound throughout the universe the daring strains of this human spheredance. The Symphony is the Apotheosis of the Dance itself: it is Dance in its highest aspect, the loftiest deed of bodily motion, incorporated into an ideal mold of tone." Free Pre-Concert Talks take place before both performances: at 7 PM in the Civic Auditorium, prior to the Saturday evening concert; and at 1 PM in the Watsonville Mello Center, prior to the Sunday matinee concert. “Grants” > 23

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California Giant Gives Blueberries a Winter Bake-Over WATSONVILLE — As the berry season transitions into fall, blueberries are taking center stage at California Giant Berry Farms. In a drive to promote usage through the fall and winter months, the leading grower-shipper is partnering with Concord Foods to launch a “Blueberry Baking Bliss” sweepstakes and social media promotion. Focused on baking with fresh California Giant blueberries and Concord Foods Blueberry Muffin Mix, the program

will run from November 5 through December 10. The sweepstakes will offer consumers the chance to win one of 5 prize packs consisting of fresh California Giant blueberries, Concord Foods blueberry muffin mix, and an assortment of bake ware from prize partner Casabella. The “Blueberry Baking Bliss” winter sweepstakes is focused on blueberries, a growing category for California Giant. Touted for their superfood qualities and versatility, consumer demand for blueberries has greatly increased in recent years— making this an exciting opportunity for the

company. “We’re looking forward to engaging our growing consumer fan base with another fun promotion with a national co-partner. It’s a great way to cap off a successful year and give our blueberries an extra push during a peak season,” said Cindy Jewell, Director of Marketing for California Giant. I In addition to the sweepstakes, the promotion will include a YouTube video, blogger outreach, and an invitation to consumers to share their blueberry baking ideas and tips. It will be shared on California Giant Berry Farms’ highly trafficked promotion landing page,

www.calgiant.com/win as well as its popular Facebook and Twitter pages. Concord Foods will also share the promotion with its own social media community. Both companies will feature sweepstakes details and product in their respective booths at the upcoming PMA Fresh Summit—California Giant # 1544 and Concord Foods # 4040.

Youth Drug Prevention Campaign: ‘The Best Me is Drug Free™’

he National Family Partnership® (NFP) announces the national contest for its 27th annual Red Ribbon Week®, Oct. 23-31. Red Ribbon Week is the oldest and largest drug prevention campaign in the country. In 1985 after the murder of a DEA agent, parents, youth and teachers in communities across the country began wearing Red Ribbons as a symbol of their commitment to raise awareness of the destruction caused by drugs. This year, families can get involved by entering a contest to promote awareness in their neighborhoods and win a drug prevention grant for their schools. Families can enter Red Ribbon Week’s® contest to win a $1,000 grant for their school and a new iPad for their home. To participate in the contest families and students will decorate the front of their homes with this year’s message: “The Best Me Is Drug FreeTM.” Here’s how students and their families can enter to win $1,000 for their K-12 school and a new iPad: Students bring the Red Ribbon Week® message home by working alongside par-

ents to decorate their front door, mailbox, fence, etc. with this year’s theme “The Best Me Is Drug Free™.” Take a photo with the family and their Red Ribbon Week® decoration, then upload to www.redribbon.org/contest or www.facebook.com/RedRibbonWeek by Nov. 2 (must be parents or 18+ to upload photos). The voting begins! Ask family and friends to vote for your entry at www.redribbon.org/vote Nov. 2-16. Ten lucky winners from regions across the U.S. will win. Winners will be announced at events at their winning schools in December. “Students will once again take Red Ribbon Week’s® message of prevention home to their neighborhoods with this national contest,” said the NFP’s Volunteer President Peggy Sapp. “By decorating their homes together with this year’s Red Ribbon theme, families carry the message to their communities.” The nation’s oldest and largest drug prevention campaign reaches more than 80 million people nationwide. The DEA is co-sponsoring this year’s national contest. “DEA is excited to partner with the National Family Partnership® on this contest that empowers communities to come together to talk about the drug problem,” said DEA Administrator Michele M. Leonhart. “Red Ribbon Week® is also when we honor DEA Special Agent Enrique ‘Kiki’ Camarena, who made the ultimate sacrifice to keep our communities safe.” Adds the NFP’s Peggy Sapp: “Take the Red Ribbon Week® pledge across America

to help children grow up safe, healthy and drug free.” Visit www.redribbon.org/ contest for contest information. I ••• The NFP was established in 1980, and is a national leader in drug prevention, education and advocacy. Its mission is to lead our nation’s

families and communities in nurturing the full potential of healthy, drug-free youth. Red Ribbon Week® is the nation’s largest and oldest drug prevention campaign, reaching 80 million people. NFP created the campaign in response to the 1985 abduction and murder of DEA agent Enrique ‘Kiki’ Camarena.

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Parents; your teen driver is Your Responsibility What every parent needs to know regarding their rights and responsibilities for their teen drivers

t’s a rite of passage for many California teenagers who rush to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to get their driver’s license as soon as they turn 16. But it’s more than just a milestone; parents have to be concerned with more than just the safety of their new teen driver. Because many parents don’t have a real understanding of the liabilities they take on when signing their consent to allow a minor to drive, consumer advocates and legal experts offer parents important advice in recognition of National Teen Driver Safety Week. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for American teenagers, with teens involved in three times as many fatal crashes as other drivers. Approximately 3,000 teenagers die in car accidents in the U.S. every year, and one in five 16-year-old drivers is in an accident in their first year of driving. These serious accidents put parents of teenagers at extreme financial risk; especially if they

National Teen Driver Safety Week October 14 – 20

don’t understand the full consent they’ve given to a teen driver. “Parents need to be acutely aware of the consent they are signing when their teenager begins to drive,” said Saar Swartzon, partner at Cohn & Swartzon. “Texting, drinking and passenger distractions cause an alarming amount of fatal teen accidents, and a legal battle is the last thing a parent wants to struggle with during such a tragic time.” Here are some important tips to parents with teen drivers: Parental liability for teenage drivers: Any child under the age of 18 must have a parent/guardian sign consent to legally drive in the state of California. Parents who sign for a child’s license to drive will be liable for motor vehicle injuries caused by that child until the child is 18 or the parents withdraw support for the driver’s license. As a parent, you may revoke your consent at any time by completing a Request for Cancellation or Surrender of a Driver License form. Texting and driving: A study in American Journal of Preventative Medicine last year attributes more than 300,000 traffic crashes each year to cell phone distractions. Despite the campaigns, laws and warnings, Forbes recently reported that texting while driving causes 11 teen deaths every day. Parental liability for

damages caused by texting and driving depends upon entrustment to an incompetent child, teen’s history of problems, proximate cause, etc. Who owns the car? In California, if the parent is the car owner of the vehicle the child was using at the time of an accident, the parent may have vicarious liability and can be held responsible. Parents should have insurance coverage with limits high enough to cover personal assets. Insurance Coverage: California

requires vehicle owners to carry $15,000 for injury or death of 1 person per accident, $30,000 for injury or death of 2 or more persons and $5,000 for any property damage per accident. Knowing your teen driver’s issues: Parents of a child with a known history of problems with drugs or alcohol, prior DUIs or other significant factors, may be liable if they still allow their minor to borrow or use their vehicle. This can be considered negligent parenting. I

Winter Visitors Grace Rio Del Mar Beach

he picture at right of a Willet, Marbled Godwit, and Whimbrel was taken at Rio Del Mar Beach. It is just a rare and unique photo of our winter residents together. The Willet is one of our most conspicuous large shorebirds. Whether in mottled brown breeding plumage or gray winter colors, these long-legged, straight-billed

Whimbrel in Flight

shorebirds feed along beaches, mudflats, and rocky shores. The Western Willet breeds in freshwater prairie marshes in western North America and winters on both coasts, from the mid-Atlantic states south to at least Brazil on the Atlantic, and from Oregon south to Peru on the Pacific. Willets are common on most of our coastlines. The Marbled Godwit, A large shorebird with a long, upturned bill, the Marbled Godwit is the largest of the four species of godwit and breeds in the center of the continent and winters along the coasts. Their breeding habitat is the northern prairies of western Canada-(Canadian Prairies), and the north central Great Plains, United States near marshes or ponds. They nest on the ground, usually in short grass. In autumn, they migrate in flocks to the coasts of California, the Gulf of Mexico, Mexico and South America.

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The Whimbrel is the world’s widest ranging curlew, nesting in the arctic regions of both the Old and New Worlds and wintering on coasts of southern North America through South America and, in

the Old World, on the coasts of southern Asia south to Australia, and Africa. It is a large brownish shorebird with its most striking feature being its long downcurved bill. I

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State Health Director Urges Californians to Get Flu Vaccine SACRAMENTO — With flu season fast approaching, Dr. Ron Chapman, director of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and state health officer, today urges Californians to get vaccinated against the flu. “The flu is much more serious than the common cold and has the potential of causing serious illness and death,” said Chapman. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), influenza and related complications are the eighth leading cause of death in the United States, associated with up to 49,000 deaths and over 200,000 hospitalizations each year in the U.S. “But there is something we can do about it,” said Chapman. “Getting vaccinated now is the best way to protect ourselves and our family against the flu and its complications.” CDC recommends an annual flu vaccine for everyone six months of age and

older, including pregnant women. Healthy people between two and 49 years of age, who are not pregnant, may opt for the nasal spray flu vaccine instead of a shot. The 2012-2013 flu vaccine protects against influenza A (H1N1) virus, influenza A (H3N2) virus and influenza B virus. This year’s flu vaccine contains two different strains that were not part of the 2011-12 flu vaccine.

To stop the spread of flu and other respiratory illnesses, Californians should also:

• Stay home when sick. • Cover a cough or sneeze by using your elbow or a tissue and properly disposing of the used tissue. • Wash hands thoroughly with soap and warm water or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer, avoiding contact with your eyes, nose and mouth. I Dr. Chapman encourages Californians to contact their health care provider, physician office, clinic, or pharmacy who are now offering flu vaccines. Some local health departments may also offer low or no cost flu immunizations. To find a flu vaccine location near you, visit www.healthmap.org/flushot. To learn more about getting protected against the flu, visit www.flu.gov.

Average Energy Prices in Bay Area for September

an Francisco area consumers paid more than the U.S. city average for electricity (63.9 percent), utility (piped) gas (38.5 percent), and gasoline (7.5 percent) in September 2012, as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Regional Commissioner Richard J. Holden noted the gap between area and national utility (piped) gas prices widened over the year as local prices fell at a slower rate than those for the nation. The percent differentials between area and national electricity and gasoline prices were little changed over the year. (See table A.) A kilowatt-hour (kWh) of electricity

cost San Francisco area consumers $0.218 in September 2012, little changed from one year earlier. Nationwide, electricity prices averaged $0.133 in September 2012, compared to $0.135 the previous year. For the past five years, electricity prices in the San Francisco area have been consistently above the national average and ranged from approximately 47.0 percent to over 88.0 percent higher. • From September 2011 to September 2012 natural gas prices decreased 6.9% in the San Francisco area, while gasoline prices rose 6.6%. • Gasoline averaged $4.201 per gallon in San Francisco compared to $3.908 nationwide in September. I

Table A. Average prices of selected energy products, United States and San Francisco area, September 2011 and September 2012 September 2011 September 2012 United States San Francisco Percent Difference United States San Francisco Percent Difference Electricity (per KWH) $0.135 $0.216 60.0 $0.133 $0.218 63.9 Utility (piped) gas per therm 1.063 1.418 33.4 0.953 1.320 38.5 Gasoline per gallon 3.664 3.942 7.6 3.908 4.201 7.5

“Grants” from pg 20 The Pre-concert talks are free and open to all concertgoers. The 2012/13 season is generously sponsored by Dorothy Wise and the Symphony League of Santa Cruz County. I ••• Tickets: Single tickets ($20-$65) are on sale by calling 831.420.5260 or visiting

SantaCruzTickets.com. 2012/13 Season Tickets for the remaining four concerts are available by calling 831.462.0553, ext. 10. Student Rush: On the day of the concert, bring a Student ID to the box office between 6:30-7:30pm at the Civic Box Office or to the Mello Box Office between 12:30-1:00, and pay just $10! For more information visit SantaCruzSymphony.org www.tpgonlinedaily.com Capitola Soquel Times / November 2012 / 23

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Power Blind A Graham Gage Thriller By Steven Gore Harper. $9.99 (Rating-Fast Read) et partially in the San Francisco Bay Area, this third thriller in the Graham Gage series deals with corruption, coverups, and murder at the highest levels of the U.S. government. Having just arrived home from Europe Private Investigator Graham Gage is surprised to get a desperate call from Charlie Palmer, a gentleman who has spent most of his life helping wealthy San Franciscans coverup their mishaps and misdeeds. Before their conversation can really begin, Palmer hangs up. “I think he wants to compose himself,” Gage tells his receptionist. “”It sounded like he said he’ll call back in an hour.” An hour later Palmer is dead. There is no return phone call. Thus begins an adventure that involves money laundering and corruption that touches every level of the government and reaches all the way up to the Supreme Court and into the Oval Office. Steven Gore’s international thrillers have earned him a wide audience and even an interview on “60 Minutes.” As a former private investigator, Gore knows a lot about murder, fraud, organized crime and political corruption. Naturally, those are the subjects he delves into in his fiction.

Raven, Book One: Blood Eye By Giles Kristian Bantam. $7.99 (Rating-Fair) isit ninth-century England in this new, three-part, Viking adventure that sends Jarl Sigurd and his fierce Norsemen on an action packed journey to steal a holy manuscript from a neighboring kingdom for an English king. The band of Vikings take a young vil-

lager named Osric into their midst and train him in the ways of the sea, pillage and carnage. An apt student, Osric is rechristened “Raven” and becomes just as proficient as his instructors in the craft of mayhem and death dealing destruction. Those who revel in Norse adventure stories that feature plenty of drinking, bloodshed and evocations of the gods will find this a delight. But be forewarned; this is no pleasure cruise that meanders in and out of the mist-covered inlets and bays of the North Sea. You might want to read the “Author Interview” and the “Historical Note” at the back of the novel before you tackle the actual story. This might make the slow beginning a little more bearable.

Carnage of Eagles By William W. Johnstone Pinnacle. $6.99 (Rating-Solid Action) horty died instantly, a bullet coming through the window to crash into the back of his head. Clyde went down with a bullet in his chest. Les dived quickly to the floor…another volley; this time the bullets whistled through the window, slammed into the walls, and careened off the cold stove.” F a l c o n MacCallister, the acting U.S. Marshal in Sorrento, Texas, has walked into a firestorm where the greed and corruption of the town is only matched by the violence that makes living there a risky proposition. Called in to clean up the town by a crusading journalist, the new marshal makes some deadly enemies. Before he can

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clean up the mess, Falcon is himself charged with murder and condemned to the gallows. There’s no way this cowboy is going to swing for something someone else did. In a matter of hours, he’ll be free and then the three men who think the run Sorrento are in for the fight of their lives. Obviously, at this point their days are numbered. Looking for a good, old fashion western? Then look no further. When you sign on to ride with Falcon MacCallister, you are in for an action packed western adventure reminiscent of the golden days of the cowboy yarn.

Return to Atlantis By Andy McDermott Bantam. $9.99 (Rating-Far-fetched but readable) ighten up your seatbelt for this wild ride as you accompany archaeologist Nina Wilde and her husband, ex-SAS bodyguard Eddie Chase, on a wild ride that will take them from Japan to the Vatican to an underground military vault in Nevada, Perhaps you’ve been along when this duo found Excalibur or located the golden city of El Dorado. Well, this time they bring together three ancient statues from three different continents that will tap into a colossal energy source not seen since the days of Atlantis. Naturally, there are those who want to steal the artifacts, control this energy and change the earth forever. So the race is on to see who will win out. Once the chase begins, it will be nonstop action until the fiery conclusion that may leave you both exhausted and gasping with incredulity. But I think you’ll still agree that even if there are some serious plausibility issues here, this is certainly a rousing page-turner from start to finish.

I Ate the Sheriff Mallory Caine, Zombie at Law By K. Bennett Pinnacle. $7.99 (Rating-Good Fun) f you can handle bizarre characters and a totally “off-the-wall” plot, this novel may be a nice change of pace from your usual literary fare. As the title indicates, the heroine of the odd series is a drop-dead gorgeous Los Angeles attorney who also just happens to be a zombie. Mallory has a lot on her plate in this latest installment of the series. First, she’s the prime suspect in the murder of a Los Angeles County sheriff who was killed and then “devoured” on Mulholland Drive. Since she has been working on suppressing her undead desires in a 12-step zombie recovery group, I think we can assume Mallory didn’t nibble on the cop. But she’s going to have to convince the jury that she can control her “appetites.” Werewolf Steve “ R a w h i d e ” Ravener, Mallory’s latest client, also has a pack of problems that he hopes she can solve. Steve’s spouse has run off with a rival pack and he needs a good lawyer, whose bite is worse than his bark, to help him obtain visiting rights if not outright custody of his cubs. Oh, yes, there’s also a small problem involving a snake goddess charming Mallory’s mother and she’ll need deal with this family situation as well. Plus, if this isn’t enough to grapple with, the Devil’s son has made Mallory a proposal she may well find very hard to refuse. Sound totally crazy? It is, but that’s what makes “I Ate the Sheriff” such an engaging read. If your friends see you reading this novel, though, be prepared for comments like “You can’t be serious?” and you’ll probably have to spend time trying to explain the title! I

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Dick Van Dyke at the Cocoanut Grove on Nov. 16 n my column of Oct. 1, I wrote that Debbie Reynolds would be the keynote speaker for Dominican Hospital’s annual Holidays d’Eleganz fundraiser on Friday, Nov. 16 at a luncheon from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Cocoanut Grove in Santa Cruz. Miss Reynolds was hospitalized recently and has cancelled appearances for the rest of the year. Fortunately, Dick Van Dyke, star of stage, screen and television, will be appearing in place of Miss Reynolds, and the committee putting on the event is simply thrilled. The upscale luncheon will feature exclusive boutique shopping opportunities and a spectacular silent auction. Saturday, Nov. 17 will feature Hearts of Light Gala – a superb strolling dinner with hosted wine and signature cocktails, dynamic silent and live auctions, and entertainment and dancing. The proceeds of this year’s Holidays d’Eleganz will benefit Dominican Hospital Cardiac Care Unit and Community Outreach Programs. For tickets and information: 462-7712 or email givingtodominican@dignityhealth.org. www.supportdominican.org.

Mama Mia’s opens in Felton ike Goss and Nick Church are the new owners of Mama Mia’s, the Italian eatery that first opened its doors in 1987. Church has gained a lot of expertise over the years – honing his cooking skills at various places including as sous chef at Chaminade. I wish them well in their new venture. Mama Mia’s, 6231 Graham Hill Road, Felton, 335-4414. www.mamamias.com. Open 4-9 p.m. daily.

Evening of Wine and Roses he 29th annual Evening of Wine and Roses benefit in support of the healthcare mission of the Pajaro Valley Community Health Trust will take place from 6-9 p.m. on

Friday, Nov. 2 at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. This is a wonderful annual event that I have attended many times. The array of food and wine available to sample is abundant, plus there are excellent silent and live auctions with a bunch of good stuff to bid on. Visit www.pvhealthtrust.org for tickets or call 761-5639. Mission Hill Creamery ission Hill Creamery makes the most incredible ice cream so I am glad they have finally opened up in downtown Santa Cruz, after some delay, in a bright and shiny spot on Pacific Avenue. On my first visit I ordered my absolute favorite — a scoop of salted caramel. Owner Dave Kumec uses all local organic ingredients — visiting local farmers markets for strawberries, figs, peaches, and whatever fruits are in season — and using milk products from Straus Family Creamery. The results from making his ice cream with the best ingredients show in the wonderful assortment of flavors. You can also buy Mission Hill ice cream at good grocery stores such as New Leaf Community Markets, Whole Foods, Aptos Natural Foods and Staff of Life. And the next time you visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium and you need a break from gazing at the kelp forest and other wondrous exhibits, stop and have an ice cream. Kumec’s delicious concoctions are in there, too. Mission Hill Creamery, 1101B Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, 216-6421. www.missionhill creamery.com.

Lifestyle Culinary Arts ndrea Mollenauer, accomplished chef and caterer, has the most charming space in downtown Santa Cruz called Lifestyle Culinary Arts. She holds cooking classes and events here, and is also an event designer. A fun thing to do with a group of friends at Lifestyle is to take a cooking class and then sit down and eat

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the results of your efforts, preferably accompanied by a glass or two of wine. Lifestyle Culinary Arts, 504-A Front St., SC, 588-4515. andrea@lifestyleculinary.com. www.lifestyleculinary.com. Dining Etiquette few things to note when setting a table: The fork goes to the left of the

plate, and the knife goes to the right — with the cutting edge of the knife turned in toward the plate. The napkin goes to the left of the plate. ••• Josie Cowden is a freelance writer and proofreader. Contact her at ravenone274@comcast.net.

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57. *Inhabited by 7. 100 square meters apparitions 8. Crocus, pl. 61. *Trick-or-treating inter- 9. Prison weapon national beneficiary 10. Dry streambed 64. Ice house 11. So be it 65. "Owner of a Lonely 12. Most of it is below Heart" band water 67. On the move 15. Viewable area 69. Ransack or plunder 20. She played 70. Corrosive, alkaline Ninotchka in 1939 substance 22. Priest's vestment 71. Irish song "____ Boy" 24. Dropping trees, e.g. 72. Barry Humphries' 25. *Spooky cat quality Dame 26. High wave 73. Light-emitting diode 27. Actress and singer 74. One of two black _____ Merman suits 29. *They like hanging around DOWN 31. Fully cooked 1. ___ Lonely Boys 32. Music to ears of 2. Having the requisite performer qualities 33. Say something 3. "__'__-do-well" 34. *Perforated sheet 4. It rises to the top? 36. Door fastener 5. ______ Montana 38. C in TLC 6. The ____ Ranger 42. Become established

45. Walk like ballerina 49. Before, archaic 51. "The Three Tenors" and "The Three Stooges," e.g. 54. Pastoral poem 56. Electronic Crimes Special Agent Program 57. Antonym of "fire" 58. _____ wine or cheese 59. ____ Bator, Mongolia 60. Exploding star 61. From a second-hand store 62. Highest volcano in Europe 63. Make a discovery 66. "___ of the beholder" 68. It's often marbled © Statepoint Media

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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 Visit http://nar-anon.org/Nar-Anon/ California.html for more information.

Be a Holiday Helper and make a difference!

ake the holiday season a positive one for the often forgotten care facility residents throughout our community by becoming a Holiday Helper. I-You ventures Holiday Helpers generously purchase, wrap, and label gifts so they are ready to be delivered to facility residents. Gift suggestions include: socks, slippers, combs, card games, lotion, necklaces, etc. All gifts should be dropped off at Family Service Agency, 104 Walnut Ave. Suite 208, SC. For further information, contact Carolyn or Sandra at (831) 459-8917 x208 or visit www.fsa-cc.org.

Fill up a Truck Load of Goodies for our Furry Friends!

omen's Network Alliance of Santa Cruz is collecting dog/cat food (Evo & Solid Gold) "NEW" collards, harnesses, leaches, and cat/dog toys to be dropped off at Water Start Motors, 318-A River St. Santa Cruz. Donations will go to support the SPCA of Santa Cruz. Paypal donations are also welcome at www.santacruzspca.org/donate.html. Deadline for drop offs is Oct. 25.

Ongoing Events 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

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

lease join us on Tues. evenings at 7pm for two 30 min. periods of sitting meditation with a 10 min walking meditation in between, followed by tea and discussion. 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.

First Tuesdays Each Month

Tail Wagging World of Dog Ownership 6:30pm at the Santa Cruz SPCA, 2685 Chanticleer Ave., Santa Cruz (cross street is Soquel Ave.).

First Tuesdays and Third Wednesdays Each month

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 meetings and for directions, please call 454-4024.

Second and Fourth Wednesdays

Freedom Forum Presents: Constitution Classes 7:00pm, Quaker Friends Meeting House, 225 Rooney St. Santa Cruz or more information, visit www.meetup.com/ santacruz-freedom-forum/

Thursdays

Orientations to Become Advocates for Children

Capitola-Aptos Rotary Club Meeting

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

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.

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

Ocean Gate Zen Center

First Wednesday Each Month

7:00pm. 920 41st Ave. Suite B, Santa Cruz (next to Family Cycling Center)

Child Welfare Review 6:00pm- 9:00pm 1400 Emeline Avenue room

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Saturday November 3

Aptos Certified Farmers Market

Pawanmuktasana Yoga Workshop

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.

9:00am-11:30 am, Aptos Yoga 783 Rio Del Mar Blvd. Ste. 23B, Aptos ive yourself a delicious, fully integrated, massage-like experience--outside and inside. Safe, gentle, great for all ages and levels. Preregistration required. To register, call (831) 688-1019 or email info@aptosyoga.org.

Scotts Valley Farmer’s Market 9a.m.-1p.m. SV Community Center, 360 Kings Village Drive www.santacruzfarmersmarket.org

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

Come As You Are Zen

Overeaters Anonymous

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

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 — donations accepted. Visit oceangatezen.org for more info.

Santa Cruz Bingo Thursdays through November 16

Gentle Yoga 6-week Series 7:00pm-8:15pm, Aptos Yoga Center, 783 Rio Del Mar Blvd. Ste. 23B Aptos asic Svaroopa® yoga class for those who have difficulty with flexibility, chronic pain, or are recovering from injuries. Great for beginners. You must be able to move from floor to standing and back without assistance. Preregistration required. For more information, call (831) 688-1019 or visit www.aptosyoga.org.

Second Thursdays Each Month

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

4:00pm, 707 Fair Ave. Santa Cruz anta Cruz Bingo supports local charity. All games have a minimum of a $150 prize, smaller crowds mean you have better odds. For more information, visit www.santacruzbingo.com or email info@santacruzbingo.com. You can also call (831) 427-1007 and press 4.

Sundays

Over-Eaters Anonymous 9:00am-10:15am, Sutter Maternity and Surgery Center, 2900 Chanticleer Ave. Sc. A is a 12-step support group for those who wish to stop eating compulsively. All are welcome. Free childcare with advance reservation by 5pm, Fridays. Call (831) 429-7906.

Church Bible Study/Worship

Second and Fourth Thursdays Each Month

9:45am: Bible Study; 11:00: Worship, First Baptist Church 7565 Sunset Way, Aptos ooking for a church? Come worship with us!

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 831-6842721 or Past President Barbara Chamberlain at 831-688-3356 for meeting/dinner reservations or information or visit www.cabrillohostlions.org.

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.

Saturdays

Third Thursday Each Month

Pacific Speakers Association 7:00pm, Firehouse on Soquel Dr. Aptos peakers helping speakers get gigs. Call (831) 332-8221 for more information.

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

Dated Events Tuesday October 30 New Location Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting 12:00pm-1:00pm, Business with Pleasure, One Victor Square Scotts Valley or more information, visit www.scottsvalleychamber.org.

Wednesday October 31 Hemlock Discussion Group Meeting 2:00-3:30, Aptos Fire Protection District Station, 6934 Soquel Dr. Aptos he local Hemlock Discussion Group will gather for its regular monthly meeting to discuss our options for the end of life. We will meet at the Aptos Fire Protection District Station, in the conference room upstairs. Newcomers and guests are welcome, there is a lift. For more information, please call (831) 2512240.

Men's Breakfast with International Evangelist Ray Brooks 8:30 am, Shorelife Community Church horelife Community Church in Capitola will host a men's breakfast with guest speaker Ray Brooks, Founder & President of real joy ministries and international evangelist. Cost for breakfast is $5 per person.

Wednesday November 7 From Cowhide to Transliteracy: Three Centuries of California Public Libraries and Reading 1:30pm-2:30pm, Monterey Peninsula College, Lecture form 103 im Bui-Burton, Community Services and Library Director for the City of Monterey will share the history of California's first library in Monterey, and discuss current and future trends for reading and lifelong learning for public libraries. Lecture will provide a sobering look at literacy issues across Monterey County, and why she really believes reading and libraries will help save the world. For more information, visit gentrain.org, or call (831) 646-4224.

Saturday November 10 Free Introductory Svaroopa® Yoga Class 9:00am-10:30am, 783 Rio Del Mar Blvd. Ste. 23b, Aptos iscover what makes Svaroopa® Yoga unique and beneficial. With the support of blankets, relax into easy yet powerful poses designed to release deep tensions along your spine. Enjoy deep relaxation, a quieter mind, reduced pain, and greater flexibility. Preregistration required. To register call (831) 688-1019 or email info@aptosyoga.org.

First MMA Event in Santa Cruz First Fight: 6:00pm, Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium, Santa Cruz his is an amateur MMA event with every match featuring a local fighter. They are competing to enter into the professional arena. Tickets may be bought at farleyskickboxing.com.

Sunday November 11 Veteran's Day BBQ 3:00pm-5:00pm, 2259 7th Ave. Santa Cruz ri-tip or chicken, beans, salad, and garlic bread. $10 per person. For more information, call (831) 475-9804.

Tuesday November 27 Sons in Retirement Luncheon Meeting 11:30am, Severino's Restaurant, 7500 Old Dominion Ct. Aptos peaker will be Steve Blank on "The Secret History of Silicon Valley". Retired or bored? Come join us "just for the fun of it". For more information, call (831) 688-0977. I

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

Announcements Zizzo's Coffee Local Art Exhibit

iew fun and whimsical paintings by our local "artist-of-the-month" Angelo Lopez. Angelo is an accomplished artist having illustrated several children's books and painted murals at local libraries. Come let Angelo's artwork make you smile. Many other local artists are on display as well, including Gary Comb's new sea glass jewelry collection. Zizzo's coffee is located in the Brown Ranch Market Place, 3555 Clares St. Capitola. Hours: Mon-Sat: 6:00am-6:00pm, Sun: 7:00am - 5:00pm. For more info. call (831) 477-0680

Ongoing Events

and join us in a social tango dance to music from the Golden Age of Tango. Private instruction and classes by arrangement. For more information, call Michael (831) 239-2247.

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

First Fridays Each Month November 5 thru. November 30

First Friday Art Tour

‘Case of Ageless Art’ Exhibit

The Santa Cruz Public Library, 224 Church St. anta Cruz is exhibiting a "Case of Ageless Art". Exhibit will take place from November 5-30th. Watsonville’s Valley Heights Senior Community Residents, under the guidance of Ageless Art Project Volunteers, created the exhibited arts and crafts.

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

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.)

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

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

Last Thursdays Each Month

Monthly Argentine Tango at Star Bene Italian/Argentine Restarante 4:30pm-9:30pm, Star Bene Italian/Argentene Restarante, 21245 East Cliff Dr. his is a night for true "Social Tango." Order a wonderful meal from the Star Bene Argentine Menu, (or their well known italian menu), and enjoy the ambiance of Argentina

Dated Events Tuesday October 30 Scary Movie Night! 5:00-7:00pm, Meeting Room on the 2nd Floor of the Watsonville Public Library, 275 Main St. Watsonville or our tweens and teens we are showing a scary movie the night before halloween! Join us for scares, crafts, snacks, and prizes! This film is scary and rated PG. For more information, please call (831) 768-3400.

Friday November 2 Cabrillo Youth Strings Fall Concert

First and Third Fridays Each Month

Friday Shakespeare Club 10:30am-12:30pm, First Congregational Church, 900 High St. Santa Cruz or more information, visit www.fridayshakespeare.org, or call Kris at (831) 421-0930 or Nanette at (831) 438-3615.

Free Trivia 7:00pm, Boulder Creek Pizza and Pub, 13200 State Route 9, Boulder Creek reat fun and prizes too! Come and enjoy some amazing pizza, breadsticks, drink, friends, and trivia! Who could ask for more?

Lights Train. Ride vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, as they roll through city streets past homes of Santa Cruz. Add your voice to the holiday sing along, sip hot spiced cider, listen to musical entertainment, and enjoy a visit from Santa. Choice of one holiday activity and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is included with Holiday Lights Train ticket price. For more information, visit www.roaringcamp.com, or call (831) 3354484.

Second Fridays Each Month

Big Band Dance 7:30pm-10:00pm, at Mid-County Senior Center 829 Bay Ave, Capitola allroom dancing to live music by The 10th Ave. Band. Refreshments, large floor, friendly atmosphere, free parking. Open to the public-singles welcome! Suggested donation, $6 per person. Proceeds benefit MCSC. For more information, call (831) 476-4711.

Fourth Friday 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 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

Weekends

including Friday, December 21

Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train Roaring Camp Railroads

seasonal tradition returns to Santa Cruz with the Santa Cruz Holiday

7:00pm, New Music Recital Hall, VAPA 5100 he Cabrillo Youth Strings/Suzuki Music Program Presents: A Fall Concert of PreBaroque to Contemporary String Orchestra Music For more information about this event or to find out about joining our orchestral, chamber, or private lesson programs, call (831) 479-6101.

Friday November 2 Public Reception for First Friday Art Tour 8:00am-5:00pm, Santa Cruz County Government Center, 701 Ocean St. 1st & 5th Floors he new art exhibition presented by the Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County features the work of four photographers and one glass artist. Styles of photography range from abstract digital images to nature photography. Visit the Cultural Council's website at www.ccscc.org.

Saturday November 3 Community Awards Gala Join us at the ‘Emerald Isle’ 6:00pm, Hilton Scotts Valley, 6001 La Madrona Drive or more information, visist www.scottsvalleychamber.com.

Poppy Farm Fair 10:00am-4:00pm, Native Revival Nursery, 2600 Mar Vista Dr. Aptos ative Revival Nursery, located on 3 acres of native plants in Aptos, is celebrating all things local with the annual holiday Poppy Farm Fair. The Poppy Farm Fair brings together all of the great things our community has to offer. It features wonderful local artists, fun and engaging musicians, fabulous food, goats, sheep and of course, California native plants! For more information, visit www.nativerevival.com.

Friday November 9 Colors of the Organ in the West 12:30 pm, Cabrillo Sampler Recital Hall n organ recital featuring composers from California and the Southwest. In addition to solo organ literature, a duet for flute and organ, and organ with piano will give a bigger picture of the versatility of the organ. This Britson organ, originally at Bethany College and given to Cabrillo, was installed by Don Adkins in the Cabrillo Recital Hall.

Friday November 9 Saturday November 10 Holiday Craft Event 10:00am-5:00pm, “The Lodge on the Corner" 121 Martinelli St. Watsonville f you would like more information, or are interested in being a vendor, call Rosalee at (831) 722-2819.

Wednesday November 14 Ageless Art Project Presents: 8th Annual Craft Fair 12:30-2:30, Valley Heights 925 Freedom Blvd. Watsonville tems on "A Case of Ageless Art" exhibit will be on sale. All proceeds are used to purchase materials for the senior resident's art group. To learn more, call (831) 459-8917 x208.

Friday November 23 thru Sunday November 25 Holiday Tree Walk at Roaring Camp

et into the holiday spirit by bringing family and friends to ride Roaring Camp's daytime steam train to Bear Mountain. At the summit, guests may sip hot cider and delight in viewing a tree-lined walk of beautifully decorated holiday trees. To add to the festive spirit and bring hope to those in need, visitors may bring new and unwrapped toys to Roaring Camp's depot to benefit Santa Cruz Toy's for Tots campaign. For train times and ticket information, visit www.roaringcamp.com, or call (831) 3354484.

International Games Day at Your Library! 12:00pm-3:00pm, Homework Center at Freedom Branch Library, 2012 Freedom Blvd. Freedom he Watsonville Public Library has joined the international movement to celebrate the joys of playing games in the library! Join us at the Homework Center at Freedom Branch Library for board & card games for the entire family! There will be prizes and even a Board Hame Raffle at 2:30pm for all attendees! This event is free and appropriate for people of all ages. For more information, call (831) 768-3420.

Friday November 26 Lets talk, with Lou

ill Monning and Mark Stone will be available for questions during "Lets talk, with Lou" on Friday, November 26th from 1:30-2:30pm. Bill Monning (current assembly member and 27th District and Incumbent Candidate for California State Senate of the 17th District), and Mark Stone, (candidate for California State Assembly, District 29), will be featured guests on Community TV, channel 27. I

You may feel you facing a kind of crossroads this month as two compelling arguments or decisions need to be careful worked through. On the one hand you are really putting yourself forward and yet, you know that you need to take into account what your other half wants too. Important discussions ensue and the 28th can bring an amazing breakthrough. But you have plenty of other activities going on this month and news around the 13th confirms your enhanced intuition.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) You are likely to be aware of subtle changes which go a long way to creating the life you want. But it takes time. The first week of November is fantastically constructive for you and it could be that you get recognition and honours for previous achievements. But this is no time to rest on your laurels and indeed, you have new projects to get on with. You employ the experts and do what needs to be done in the right way. You do not favour a slap dash approach! Friendships are new and invaluable throughout November.

Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18) This month, your career is highlighted. Whether you are on a continuing path, or just beginning, you find what suits you and feel more comfortable about recent developments. Adjustments need to be made however, but your ability to almost reinvent the wheel is what sets you apart. You are unique, and original and this simply needs recognizing by the right people The Scorpio Sun can generate a deep passion for something that really grabs your interest, or is it someone in particular?

Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20) Now that Saturn is in your chart area of travel, publishing and the media you are likely get some intriguing prospects to investigate this month. Now is the time to try and get that novel published, or go to visit somewhere you like the look of a little longer than a brief holiday. In fact, Saturn helps you to make real all those ideas floating around in your head, and while it can be restrictive it is also helpful for those tasks that require hard work, effort and sheer determination. How you do things will be different with some stunning results.

Aries (March 21-April 20) This is time of year can be great for clearing out what is old, pruning back and getting prepared for the coming year. While you are more than happy to close the door on some aspects you may be emotionally attached to certain situations which are not doing you much good. It is important to see below the surface and be wise to someone's actions and intentions. You find the mood lifts considerably in the third week, where the company you keep and the places you go are a source of inspiration and possible new business.

Taurus (April 21-May 21) Since the Sun is highlighting the most sensitive part of your chart regarding relationships, examine what is going on in this area on all levels. A healthy amount of give and take is necessary since someone in your circle seems to be taking a whole lot more lately. A quiet word should turn the situation around to a more balanced arrangement. Take note of your energy levels in the first week and promise yourself you will do what supports you rather than burning the candle at both ends. The Full Moon and eclipse in Gemini on the 28th brings a watershed moment for you financially. Things are looking up!

Gemini (May 22-June 21) There are certain times of the year that prove to be a turning point for you, dear Gemini, and this month is no exception. While you can take advantage of current trends to boost your organizational skills and practical arrangements, you see that this translates into a no nonsense business like approach as you have your finger on the pulse regarding what's hot and what's not. Of course, the benefits of Jupiter are continuing to play out and you are more inclined to take a few risks and actually be more yourself, rather than trying to fit in what others expect from you. This gives you masses of confidence!

Cancer (June 22-July 22) Nobody can read others like you can and you are easily able to pick up undercurrents in relationships and family life that indicate you need to nip something in the bud. Playing politics is not really you style and you would rather get straight to the point. But November features two eclipses, which often turn out to be significant moments in time. Your creativity and ability to have fun are key on the 13th and your attention turns to some clever money making ideas on the 28th . You may have noticed that cash is more abundant just recently in spite of economic woes for everyone else.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 23) While at the end of last month and the beginning of this month you may have noticed that you had lost your mojo, as the month progresses you are getting back on track again and feeling much better about your ability to make great decisions and deal with a tricky situation. Perhaps a harsh of reality needs to be balanced and put in perspective and taking note of the positive is important. But as your modo lifts the Sun shines, and you are warmed by the glow of close friends and loved ones. A cosy nest is tempting. Soon you will be getting into the seasonal spirit of happiness and joy.

Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22) Venus spends much of this month highlighting your money, finances and feelings of self worth. It is time to treat yourself and be a little self indulgent as you see that there have been difficult obstacles you have overcome, by and large through your own efforts and determination. Important journeys are key around the 13th and in fact much of this month you are making arrangements and appointments to see various people, both for fun and business. Mercury enters a retrograde period from the 6th to the 26th so be aware of confusion and delays, but also allow a little fortunate synchronicity to play out.

Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23) It will be in interesting few days at the start of this month with unexpected events and changes of plan. You are willing to go with the flow and not stick too rigidly to what is sensible and as such you are enthusiastic about new people and ideas. Sharing what you know helps with understanding how far you've come. A focus on cash is evident on the 13th and you are required to be resourceful both with your ideas and money saving schemes. You are building bridges and important steps to your future later this month, as you have a clearer idea about your direction.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) When the Sun is in your sign you feel more energetic, powerful and enthusiastic and you are less likely to hide your light and take a back seat role. You have charisma and this is evident this month as others look to you to lead the way. These extraordinary times require special people who are not afraid of dealing with the truth and how life really is. Of course, there is treasure here and you have the ability to make something out of nothing with inventiveness and your natural talent. This month's eclipses are on the 13th and 28th — notes for your diary! ••• Find Out More www.AnnabelBurton.tv

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Sixty Local Teens Take ‘Bite of Reality’ Credit Unions Host Interactive Simulation of Real-World Money Challenges at Cabrillo College

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ome 60 area teens recently took a “Bite of Reality” and learned the basics of finances at Cabrillo College, courtesy of an event hosted by Santa Cruz and Monterey area credit unions. The students in the Cabrillo Advancement Program at the college participated in “Bite of Reality,” a hands-on simulation program, offered by the Richard Myles Johnson Foundation—the state foundation for credit unions in California and Nevada—together with the California and Nevada Youth Involvement Network—which promotes financial education to young people in the two states. The event was hosted by the California and Credit Union Leagues’ Monterey Bay Chapter and featured volunteers from chapter credit unions, including Bay Federal Credit Union in Capitola and Santa Cruz Community Credit Union. At the October 13 event, the teens were given a fictional occupation, salary, spouse and family, student loan debt, credit card debt, and medical insurance payments. The teens then visited various tabletop stations to “purchase” housing, transportation, food, clothing, household necessities, day care, and other needs. In addition, there was a “credit union” to help with financial needs. They also faced some unex-

Bay Federal Credit Union AVP of Marketing and Development Amy Ivey (who served as one of the event’s “Fickle Fingers of Fate”—providing students with either unexpected expenses or windfalls) with Cabrillo Advancement Program students Daisy Lopez Rojas and Flor Villegas Alvarado. making financial decisions, and get a pected expenses and windfalls. The teens that participated in the better understanding of the chalprogram enjoyed it, saying they lenges of living on a budget,” said learned to be wiser in their finances. Tena Lozano, executive director of They spoke about learning about the RMJ Foundation. “And, since it’s needs vs. wants, and the importance conducted in fun setting, it keeps the teens engaged and enthusiastic of making a budget. “It was an incredible opportuni- throughout the program.” The Monterey Bay Chapter ty to work with so many local youth and enable them to learn about budg- helps facilitate the California and eting in a ‘real-world’ setting,” said Nevada League’s goals of providing Liz Foster, youth financial educator education, advocacy and informawith Santa Cruz Community tion. With headquarters in Ontario, Ventures, the 501c3 affiliate of Santa CA, the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues is a trade assoCruz Community Credit Union. “’Bite of Reality’ gives teens a ciation that represents more than 300 hands-on opportunity to experience credit unions in the two states. I

CommunityBriefs Brian Mathias joins Cabrillo Bond Oversight Committee rian C. Mathias of Aptos was appointed to the Cabrillo College Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee on October 9. The Committee supervises the expenditure of a $118.5 million bond approved by Santa Cruz County voters in 2004 and reports their findings to the public. The two-year term is uncompensated. Mathias attended Aptos Brian Mathias High School, Cabrillo College, UCSC, and the Monterey College of Law. Mathias, 27, is an attorney with the Law Offices of Timothy J. Morgan in Santa

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Cruz, periodic litigation counsel to the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association. He also serves on the Santa Cruz Host Lions Club Board of Directors and is a past vice-president for the Santa Cruz County Fair Board. ••• Fighting Hunger – Board Break-A-Thon 2012 arolyn Jones a 12 year old Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do and her brother Dakota Jones 14 also a Black in Tae Kwon Do are breaking boards to fight hunger. Last year this brother sister team broke 200 boards and raised over $2000 for the Twin Lakes Church Second Harvest Food Drive 2011. This year the Break-A-Thon has been expanded to include additional hunger fighters. Carolyn stated, “Last year made enough to provide more than 8,000 meals. With these addi-

tional hunger fighters on our side we hope to hit over 30,000!”. Dakota stated, “It is great to see other kids stepping up and breaking boards to beat hunger. What a great way to let the community know we love them”. Donors are asked to pledge an amount per board and can specify the maximum donation they are willing to make. The duo will complete the Break-A-Thon Saturday November 17 from 10 - 12 a.m. at Twin Lakes Church Gymnasium located at 2701 Cabrillo College Drive in Aptos, California. The event will be filmed and posted to YouTube. Info at www.boardbreakathon.com. I

CommunityNews

Soquel to Morrissey Auxiliary Lane Project Highway & Adjacent Work etaining Wall — A temporary retaining wall is under construction in the northbound direction and visible from the highway. The process consists of first installing steel beams vertically into the ground, then excavating soil to the height of the footing for the permanent retaining wall, while placing timber planks or lagging between the beams as the dirt is excavated. The footing and wall of the permanent retaining wall will be built and then the temporary wall will be removed and the area behind the wall backfilled. Drainage Systems — Construction crews are continuing installation of new drainage facilities in various locations around the project site. New La Fonda Bridge — Excavation has started on the bridge abutment (the part of the structure at the ends of bridges that connect to the adjacent roadway) on the southbound side next to Harbor High School. The northbound bridge abutment area will also be excavated and then the foundation drilling contractor will mobilize to build the bridge footing piles; followed by the

Slow for the Cone Zone peeds on the highway through the project area are reduced to 55 MPH, with traffic fines doubled in the construction zone. Please drive safely, use the zipper method to merge, exercise caution in construction and school zones, and allow extra travel time. Adjacent residents should expect noise and dust associated with the construction activity. Know Before You go or Caltrans’ live camera view from Morrissey Boulevard looking northbound, click on the ‘Highway 1 East of Morrissey’ link on the RTC’s Commute Solutions Traffic Conditions webpage: http://commutesolutions.org/traffic. This page also has links to Quickmap for realtime traffic conditions in our area. I ••• The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) is managing construction for the one-mile Highway 1 Soquel/Morrissey Auxiliary Lanes project. For more information about the project, please visit the project webpage: http://sccrtc.org/projects/streets-highways/ highway-1-aux-lanes/.

footing and abutment construction operations. Oak Way — Major impacts to the street associated with the drainage work are now ending. Minor disruptions will occur as crews complete construction and grading. Park and Ride Lot Reopens he shared-use Park and Ride lot at the Quaker Meetinghouse at 225 Rooney is once again available for use following completion of a new sidewalk and driveway entrance. (Park and Ride lots are pick up spots where commuters can meet their carpool and leave their parked cars during the work or school day.) Currently, nine designated commuter parking spaces are available for carpoolers at this

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site. Parking is free during specified hours, but no overnight or weekend parking is allowed. School Transportation Programs tudent Shuttle — Space is available on the project-funded Student Shuttle that serves both the elementary and high school families who live on the other side of the La Fonda Bridge from their school. For more information about the shuttle, call the RTC at 4603200 or visit: http://commutesolutions.org/ shuttle-registration.pdf Website Resources — information on school travel options: DeLaveaga Elementary: www.commute solutions.org/delaveaga Harbor High: www.commute solutions.org/harbor

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SPCA Featured Pet

By Noreen Santaluce

Crones Counsel: Inviting Women of Age

I Find Her True Colors

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iva is an absolute sweetheart who desperately seeks a human to love and be close to. She follows staff members around the office, immediately greets shelter visitors with kisses and cuddles, and is the first one in line when it is time for a walk or a volunteer led trip to the beach! Recently, Diva went home with a volunteer for a few nights and proved herself to be a very well-behaved house guest and quickly won the hearts of both the volunteer and her own dog. Diva does great with other dogs both large and small, however, she doesn’t seem to appreciate the company of cats. When the colors fade away or are shaved off, Diva will be pure white and because of her breed, she is considered hypoallergenic and non-shedding. She is a very desirable small/medium size and weights around 25 pounds. She is not an overly active girl but also not a wall flower so we hope to see her in a semiactive home where she will have a human (or more than one!) to take her out into the world and show her the sites. This girl has the personality, temperament, and physical ability that so many people seek. Can you look past the awkward appearance and see Divas true colors? If you would like to help animals like Diva and her orphaned 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. The SPCA Mall Adoption Center and Gift Shop is located at the Capitola Mall near Target and is open on Friday from 11am-5pm and Sat-Sun 11am-4pm. I

n 1999, Diane Cornell and Joan Forest formed a group for women over 50 years old with the purpose of sharing the wisdom and experiences of older women in this area. They named the group The Crones Counsel, and their monthly Sunday afternoon meetings have featured an amazing variety of entertainers and speakers on many different subjects, followed by pot luck suppers. It is an informal group with no membership dues or rules and is resulting in networking and lasting friendships being formed. In 2002, Diane discovered that there was an international organization of Crones Counsels that had been gathering each year for international conferences. She began attending these conferences, and has just returned from their twentyfirst conference in Salt Lake City. This five day event was attended by women from all over the world and offered workshops and a market place for members to display and sell their work. The Santa Cruz group will be involved in the 2013 conference, which will be held in the Asilomar Conference Center in Pacific Grove. In reporting about the Conference, Diane pointed out that there are 630 million women over the age of 50 on our planet today, which makes it important for us to share our knowledge and experience. The speaker for the October meeting was Linda Johnson, MBA, Marketing Consultant, on the subject of “The Who, What, Where and How of Marketing.” She has spent 30 years in product launching for large and small businesses, starting by handling the sales and marketing for her father’s manufacturing company. Later, Linda became involved in international hightech manufacturing communications. Through the years, she has worked with a wide range of businesses and industries in sales and marketing, which has involved traveling around the world doing international trade shows.

The last decade Linda has been working mainly with small businesses, artists and authors through her own company called Pathways to Growth. She gives practical advice and information on the numerous aspects of forming a marketing plan by helping clients define their product or service and putting them on the right path to achieve success. Each small business owner faces different problems and has different goals. Linda’s advice can steer a client quickly in the right direction, saving them time and money. She points out that the niche market is becoming popular now, where a person finds a need for a specific product or service, and fills that need. She will also put on seminars and hold group presentations on this vitally important field of Marketing with all its new aspects and the old tried and true methods of getting your message “out there.” On a personal level, Linda has explored many different fields including mosaics, weaving and other art forms. She has done extensive work in journal writing with brilliant illustrations. Her twelve-year membership in the Toastmasters Club has proven invaluable in her career. An interesting fact is that she is always accompanied by her miniature black poodle named Lucy, who informs her when her time is up. Linda is a fan of the Crones Counsel. She started attending meetings three years ago and has appreciated meeting women of many different backgrounds and talents, and the chance to form friendships. Linda may be reached in her home office of Pathways to Growth at 464-7312. For information about the Crones Counsel, call 423-5925. I

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