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“Ravnos� Exhibition Set to Wow Visitors
Santa Cruz photographer Ole Ravnos died in 1945, but left behind an extraordinary legacy of vintage pictures. That legacy is the subject of a new exhibition at the Capitola Historical Museum. Full Story page 15
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Capitola Branch Library Designs The Capitola City Council approved conceptual renderings for the proposed new Capitola Branch Library at the Feband library users a glimpse of what a new Capitola Library
could look like if a regional parcel tax measure planned for Nov. 8 General Election of 2016 is passed by voters. The current Capitola library is housed in temporary, modular buildings that opened 16 years ago. ... continued on page 4
The Times Publishing Group Valentines Day Poetry Contest for 2016 has provides an opportunity for us to reward four poets in our county for their way with words. Our TPG Poetry Contest winners ran the gamut from: celebrating 67 years of marriage, retrospectives on marriages that have survived the test of time, and the joys of love lost and rediscovered. Full Story page 8
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Community News Never Saw it Coming ... by Noel Smith The Kinsey Collection From February 27 – May 22 at the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History 16th Annual TPG Poetry Contest Winners Heated Pool
10 SJSU Choraliers in Concert 12 Positive Parenting Program Classes — March 2016 13 Save Our Shores Launches Waves and Wildlife Photo Sharing Competition 14 March Is National Arts Education Month 15 Ravnos’ Exhibition Set to Wow Visitors by Frank Perry, Curator Capitola Historical Museum 16 Aptos High School March 2 17 18 Beethoven and the Beatles Showcased in Family Concert 19 20 Science Director, Monterey Bay Aquarium 23 Remember Red Cross Month by Giving Blood in March 27 Bonding with The Bard: New Class ‘Shakespeare for the Elizabethan Impaired’ 7
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Cover Story “Capitola Library” from page 1 Although the facility has served the community well, its buildings are in disrepair and are nearing the end of their useful life. The City is committed to replacing this existing 4,320-square-foot temporary structure with a new, minimum 7,000 square-foot modern library at the current Wharf Road site by June 2018. The conceptual renderings were developed by Pamela Anderson-Brule, a Capitola resident and principal of Anderson-Brule Architects. The renderings were inspired by community input received during an October 2015 public workshop. The renderings depict a library that is nestled on the site of the current library, retaining the tot lot and strong connections to the outdoors. The conceptual renderings do not,
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remember Brooke Valentine, a manager with Spa in both Capitola and Watson-
She worked at Seascape Sports Club, Life- serious breast cancer. Aleta (Johnson) and a style Fitness, Toadal Fitness, and at Spa large group friends are going to do a fund Fitness for over 30 years where she was a raiser in April at Michaels on Main.” Her friends have also helped establish manager and in sales and marketing. In a fundraising website at (www.youcaring. that time her enthu- com/brooke-valentine-467857). siasm and energy has According to her friend Aleta, touched thousands of “Brooke’s treatment involves 18 weeks of people. In October of last drugs. She will have an MRI about 3 weeks year (2015) she found after her last treatment on March 3. If the out that she has breast MRI shows it has not spread, she will have Brooke Valentine cancer. It was through surgery 2-3 weeks after that followed by the results of her yearly mammogram that radiation 5 days a week for 6 weeks. If the the word came. There was no warning. Her MRI shows it has spread to other areas, health has always been excellent and her more chemo and possible other steps family does not have a history of cancer. will be taken. It’s a long haul and Brooke “I have always been proactive about my will be out of work for a year but she has health,” said Brooke. a plethora of devoted friends who have The type of cancer she has is called come out of the woodwork to support her HER2. According to the Web MD Website, through this time so that she does not have ( http://www.webmd.com/breast- to face it alone. “Brooke ALWAYS brings FUN, cancer/guide/her2) “Researchers aren’t sure what causes breast cancer. They LAUGHTER, GENUINE CARING and think it may be a combination of things, a POSITIVE ATTITUDE wherever and including your genes, environment, and lifestyle. But genes don’t play the same role riencing. She takes this same spirit with in HER2-positive cancer as they do with her to all of her chemo treatments and puts other kinds. You can’t inherit a bad copy smiles on everyone’s face!” Brooke would like to acknowledge her of this gene from a parent, and you won’t “Ground Crew,” friends who have been pass it on to your children.” At the age of 62 Brooke found herself in helping her cope with life during this difBrenda Sproule, ening disease without Denise Barnett, employer-provided Cynthia Larsen, health insurance. Brooke Valentine Aleta Johnson, Terry She has “California Hardin, Stephanie Covered” insurance Gelman and Vickie but this has a $5,000 Michael’s on Main Scharnikow. And she yearly deductible. 2591 S Main St, Soquel. warns, “Don’t treat This meant that cancer as if it couldn’t within three months contact Aleta Johnson happen to you.” of the diagnosis, she The American already owes a total of Cancer Society rec$10,000 for 2015 plus ommends yearly mammograms after 40-45 there are medical expenses not covered years of age. The restaurant, Michael’s on Main, plus her normal bills while she is not able to work. “I didn’t realize how quickly debt has volunteered to host a fundraiser on Sunday, April 3 from 2 – 5 p.m. for an could grow,” said Brooke. Brooke also has no family living to medical costs. Music will be by The Bros & she does have a great support group of Friends plus 7th Wave. Visit the Facebook friends and her hero is Mighty Mouse as a page: “Fund raising event page for our good friend Brooke Valentine” battle against cancer. Anna Jenkins, her friend and former employer at Spa Fitness wrote us, “You may
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The Kinsey Collection From February 27 – May 22 at the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History
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panning 400 years of history, The
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cultural heritage. Includes work by Romare Bearden, Elizabeth Catlett, Jacob Lawrence, and Richard Mayhew alongside archival material related to Frederick Douglass, Zora Neale Hurston, and Malcolm X. The Kinsey Collection: Shared Treasures of Bernard and Shirley Kinsey – Where Art and History Intersect, a national touring exhibit of authentic and rare art, artifacts, books, documents and manuscripts that tell the often untold story of African American achievement and contribution. Bernard and Shirley Kinsey were brought together by activism and have been married more than four decades. The successful couple has raised millions of dollars for numerous organizations and college programs. It has been said that Bernard W. Kinsey has lead many lives in one. Described as an “aggressive achiever” by the New York Times, Kinsey has traversed the corporate, private, philanthropic and entrepreneurial landscape in a way that appears seamless. He says that he lives his life based on two simple principles; to whom much is given, much is required and living a life of no regrets and that is evidenced in his endeavors, accomplishments and lifestyle. The Kinsey Collection has been on national tour since 2007, and has been seen by over 3 million visitors. The collection has exhibited at the California African American Museum, The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, The DuSable Museum of African American History, The Norton Museum of Art,
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Bernard and Shirley Kinsey
The Mary Brogan Museum of Art and Science, and the Smithsonian National Museum of American History. The collection has been cited in 3 national awards including the President’s National Award for Museum and Library Services. The MAH is providing free admission to this exhibition of the Kinsey Collection for all Santa Cruz County K-12 students, Cabrillo and UCSC students. Just show your ID at the desk Feb 27-May 22, Tuesday-Sunday, 11-5. Self-guided tour materials also available for school groups and visitors. Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History
How to Choose a Camp C amp is not just recreation and fun. It is more than teaching skills, such as archery or swimming. It is about understanding the beauty of discovery that can lead to emotional growth and maturation. It is the expansion of one’s world, a sharpening of one’s vision that invites the acquisition of lifelong lessons. Camp professionals are not just teachers or counselors; they are coaches and mentors.
protect. And it is true, both young and old do learn lessons from the camp experience. However, those lessons come after experiences that are real, relevant, and personal. The way in which parents select a camp should be based on intrinsic values rather Camp pioneer, Ruth Isserman is the former owner of Camp Chickagami, who at ninetyseven still serves as a strong, vital supporter of the American Camping Association (ACA). She noted, “It is the development of a child as a person that is equally as important as academics.” Further, “it’s the richness of making their own entertainment” and the most important skills we contribute are listening and observing. “We are building better people for a better world,” she stated. A shared vision with ACA of, “enriching lives and changing the world.” “Who will care when I’m not there?” It’s every parent’s question when they leave their children in the hands of strangers. Who will take the time to appreciate basic child development, as well as the unique qualities of their personalities? Who will ensure that my children have fun and, at the same time, learn important life lessons? Who will help my children understand how they can work as a team, contributing and succeeding? Who will help my children understand the importance of a community and the responsibilities that lie within? Who will keep my children safe and guard their tender feelings while they are acting invincible? Who will care when I’m not there? The answer to these questions is the opportunity to explore, discover, and learn
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willing to laugh, talk and cry with children, creating an understanding of social bonding. These are the people who are willing to care when I am not there. The camp experience is a win-win for everyone. Parents win because their children grow and learn. Children win because they have fun and collect lifelong friends and memories. Society wins because the camp experience helps make healthy, productive adults. Camp professionals win because child’s life. There is a Camp For Everyone oday, there are camps to meet every interest, price range, and schedule. Knowing your options, as well as your child’s personality, will help you identify programs from which your
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Resident Camp programs for children starting at age seven. Resident camp options include coed, single sex and specialty camps that focus on a particular night accommodations such as cabins, tents, and tepees. Day Camp: Similar to resident camps except campers are somewhat younger, starting at four-year-olds, and everyone returns home at the end of the day. Specialty Camps and Programs: Campers can embark on adventures as varied as learning how to ride a horse, water ski, or dance. If your child has a special interest, there likely is a camp that specializes in it. Special Needs Campers: A physical, medical, or mental disability is not a roadblock for a camp experience. Each year more from summer camp. Some camps specialize in serving certain groups while other camps integrate special-needs campers into the total camp population. Session Lengths Vary: Children may stay at camp for a few days, a few weeks or the entire summer. At camp, there’s a session length for every child, budget, and schedule.
most everyone. A large range of price options is available, depending upon the choice of the camper’s needs. Many assistance based on need. leg protection on hikes and horseback rides Packing Tips For Resident Camps Bedding: Select easily laundered bedding that is appropriate for the climate at your camp. Articles to include are sleeping bags, sheets and pillowcases, blankets, and pillows. Towels and Toiletries: Towels should not be the family’s best, since they’ll be used for swimming and other waterfront activities as well as for showers. A small bag or plastic bucket will help campers carry and keep track of essentials such as soap, shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, comb, and brush. At some camps, campers walk to separate facilities to shower. Clothes and Laundry: The frequency
stamped postcards or envelopes Medication: Send medication in original bottles, along with dosage instructions, to the camp nurse or health care facility. Your medical release form should list all medications. Electronics: Find out if any electronics are allowed at camp such as Cellphones, iPads, iPods, or Laptops. Don’t Pack
clothing to pack. Generally, sessions less than two weeks in length do not include laundry services. Always send along an extra pillowcase or laundry bag for dirty clothing. Most camps supply lists of recommended clothing and some include required uniforms. In general, camp gear should be comfortable and durable clothing suitable
Clearly mark your child’s name on everything sent to camp with permanent marker or nametapes. Use common sense and think about the activities that will take place and the climate at camp. Don’t hesitate to call the camp if you have questions.
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4BOUB $SV[ 4PDDFS $BNQ P.O. Box 2748, Santa Cruz, CA 95063 Phone: 831-246-1517 web: www.santacruzsoccercamp.org Santa Cruz Soccer Camp is dedicated to promoting a fun and active environment for kids ages 5-15. Youth can continue on with our Leadership Development Program, which successfully produces most of our coaches and directors. We have local coaches and a scholarship and school donation program. Our summer camp consists of week long sessions, Monday-Friday from 9:00am to 3:00pm, starting the week of June 17th to the week of August 26th located at the beautiful DeLaveaga Park (805 Branciforte Drive, Santa Cruz, 95060). Call or visit our website for more information.
Aptos Youth Basketball Foundation t "QUPT :PVUI #BTLFUCBMM "TTPDJBUJPO PO Box 944, Soquel, CA 95073 Phone: 831-588-3086 e-mail: chris@cpsales.com Aptos Youth Basketball Foundation mission of AYBF is to provide college scholarships, basketball camps, basketball shoes, tutors, equipment and more for student athletes who participate in the Aptos Youth Basketball Association (AYBA). AYBA was organized in 1968 by the recreation department and interested parents in the community for the purpose of providing a recreational youth basketball league in the Aptos Area. AYBA continues to provide recreation and friendly competition for over 250 youths every year. PO Box 944, Soquel, CA 95073 with checks payable to AYBF. Please direct any questions to Chris Grieves at 831-588-3086 or by email to chris@cpsales.com. Capitola Soquel Times / March 2015 / 7
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16th Annual TPG Poetry Contest Winners T he Times Publishing Group Valentines Day Poetry Contest for 2016 has provides an opportunity for us to reward four poets in our county for their way with words. Our TPG Poetry Contest winners ran the gamut from: celebrating 67 years of marriage, retrospectives on marriages that have survived the test of time, and the joys of love lost and rediscovered. We want to thank these local businesses for providing our winners the following fabulous prizes. For the Scotts Valley Times – Dinner for two at the Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley Hilton Hotel, Stonehouse Bar &Grill. For our TPG Winner for Celebrating Over 30 Years of Marriage – Dinner for two at Seascape Resort, Sanderlings. For the Capitola Soquel Times – Dinner for two at the Café Cruz. For the
I knelt and asked you to please marry me. Three children later and Burbank behind,
Your love of your garden is a pleasure to see, Even though the “weeding” gets given to me. Looking back to observe and understand our life, Doesn’t mean we haven’t had our share of strife. Compromise and respect are what made it endure, True love and God’s blessings made it happen for sure. To have you beside me in the darkest of night. You are my wife to be proud of and say, That I’ll love you forever on this Valentine Day. 2016 Poetry Contest Winner Over 30 Years of Marriage
Lindsay Bell of Soquel for the Capitola Soquel Times. Soquel. Diane Deaver of Aptos for Celebrating Over 30 Years
Diane Deaver
Sanderlings, Seascape Resort in Aptos. Kevin Knight of Aptos for the Aptos Times. Kevin’s
An Enduring Romance
Inn, Aptos. Robert Cotterman of Scotts Valley for the Scotts
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Thirty years of marriage, years of joyful wedded bliss, Thirty years of happiness I’m glad we didn’t miss. Our household rings with laughter, you bring sunshine to my heart, And there’s always something missing, whenever we’re apart.
Stonehouse, Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley Hilton Hotel. 2016 Poetry Contest Winner Capitola Soquel Times
Lindsay Bell
We’re growing old together, love grows stronger every day, We’ve formed a bonded team, both in work and in our play. With respect and admiration, we’ll be together ‘til the end, You’re my partner, inspiration, you’re my lover and best friend.
Soquel Written to my Forever Valentine, Michelle Ann Bell
I never thought that you would be mine. That bus ride from the game was meant to be, The start of a full life for you and me. I sat next to you that night by chance, The girl I was chasing wouldn’t give me a glance. Your drill team skirt and white boots that night, Caught my eye and attention and held them real tight. My marching band uniform was an obvious sign,
After the courtship, university, and degree,
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Thirty years we’ve been together, we love sharing such a life, And I’ll always be so grateful you asked me to be your wife. So will you be my Valentine, I love you, this you know, If you’ll be mine another year, you’ll set my heart aglow.
And the goddess herself couldn’t tear us apart Down from the heavens to give us comfort relief I felt a silence from my existing grief Positive attitude, high energy and compassion are the arrows in her quiver To say “I love you” is the short and easy way A lifetime of happiness is how I’ll repay Long way to go so I’m keeping it short Six kids and two dogs that keep us in port But the future is bright and who knows what’s in store Athena – Athena again I love you, and I promise, life won’t be a bore. 2016 Poetry Contest Winner Scotts Valley Times
Robert Cotterman Scotts Valley
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his poem was written for my wonderful husband, Doug Deaver 2016 Poetry Contest Winner Aptos Times
Kevin Knight Aptos
To my wife Athena Knight Left alone, wallowing in pain A man and three kids, going almost insane Tragedy had beset and forever lingered beneath the surface For what or when or how to continue The future, for me, what was its purpose? Questions that had to wait For more important issues were standing at the gate And the road ahead, long and winding, seemingly endless, empty, and poorly lit Responsibilities and promises, needed to be priority, and I couldn’t quit With my head down and moving forward in direction I seldom thought of life with any type of happiness or perfection From here, as the Devine always does Threw us a miracle, out of nowhere, just because Athena, Athena the name rings in my heart
To My Marie Forever And a Day A lonely GI was he, not a friend in sight did he see With no pass and in a new place, here he is, stuck on the base A movie to see, a beer or two, hit the sac, not much to do But then he heard, “there’s room on the bus to St Louis town to go” No pass needed, St Patrick’s Day Dance, at the USO My oh my, what a good break, so a bus ride he did take, A little shy was he, what to say, hi or hello? Needless to say, things were going just a little slow Then a Broom dance picked up the pace A lady passes the broom and a man she takes His hand was taken, “Hi” she said, “my name is Marie” His heart skip a beat or two, maybe even three “My name is Bob,” said he, but he wasn’t so sure The poor GI was smitten and there was no cure They danced till the bus had to go But the GI knew, when he left all aglow They would be dancing together, “forever and a day.” I met my Marie on March 17th, 1946 at a USO “St Patrick’s Day” dance in St Louis, Mo. I gave it to her on Valentines Day inside a valentine asking her if I could have another dance. We’ve been dancing for 67 years now.
Community News
Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre In Concert
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ne of the Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre’s crowning achievements is the annual spring repertory concert, In Concert. This performance gives the dancers a chance to expand their skills with a diversity of dance styles, and
premiere by Robert Kelley to music by
of this season’s Senior Company dancers, the piece exhibits why the Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre’s talented director is known throughout the region and the country for his stellar contemporary choreography. Robert has won the Regional Dance America Choreography Award several times in his career, and his dynamic use leticism of the dancers. A world premiere by guest choreographer and alumnus Nahshon Marden will be also be featured. Nahshon is currently studying Dance at the Cornish School of the Arts in Seattle. He has constructed a multi-layered modern piece for the Senior Company titled “Atmos; Smokey Black” to a commissioned score by young composer Max Rico. The dancers were given vivid images of smoke in its many different forms to inspire their movements and interpretation of the choreography. It
is hauntingly beautiful and showcases the artistic range, commitment and maturity of the Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre’s Senior Company dancers. A west coast premiere of “10 in Four Movements” rounds out the program with neoclassicism performed by nine Senior Company dancers plus guest artist Skylar Burson. Artistic Director of Utah Regional Ballet, Jacqueline Colledge won the RDA Choreography Award a few years ago with this piece. Skylar dances with Utah Regional Ballet and is an alumnus of South Bay Ballet, another RDA/P company that Robert has worked with over the years. To a lovely score by Handel, the piece showcases swirling technical mastery en pointe of the Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre’s females as well as the partnering abilities of its men. Ballet will be performances on the concert by the Junior and Petite Companies. Also choreographed by Robert Kelley, these
pieces will exhibit the vision of what is to come. Here are tomorrow’s dancers in performance today. Watch and encourage their growth and development over the next artists before your very eyes. Tickets will be available for In Concert soon through Cabrillo Crocker Theater. The Studio & Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre – partners in excellence serving Santa Cruz Diane Cypher, Artistic Directors; Sandy Nelson, Academy Registrar; Mark Swan,
Community Briefs Brittney Long Sworn in
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who was sworn in Wednesday, Feb. 17, Colorado native who now resides in Aptos.
diately that will last approximately four months. We welcome her to our city’s law enforcement family. Long-time Capitola Arboreal Resident Topples f a tree falls on the Esplanade will anybody notice? Since it knocked down the railing and blocked the sidewalk, I guess they would have to! Photo Credit: Jay Peters
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Viva La Lehrer III Santa Cruz’s Celebration of the Life and Songs of Tom Lehrer ickets for Santa Cruz’s third annual celebration of the life and songs of Tom Lehrer at Kuumbwa Jazz Center, Saturday, April 9, go on sale Tuesday, March 1. Titled Viva La Lehrer III, the tribute has enjoyed sell-out
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Center of Santa Cruz, and producers have set a goal of raising over $3,000 for the center. Two shows at 6:30 and 8:45 have been announced and will feature eighteen of Santa Cruz’s most interesting performance artists, including Gail Rich Award recipients Joe
Ferrara and Ukulele Dick who will appear with his partner Jayme Kelly Curtis. Advance tickets are $22 for each show available at www.BrownPaperTickets.com or by calling 1-800-838-3006. Mr. Lehrer, UCSC Professor Emeritus, has given permission to perform his songs but has no involvement in their presentation. For additional information, visit www. VivaLaLehrer.com or call Peter Nichols at 831423-3607.
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The Santa Cruz Chorale Presents
SJSU Choraliers in Concert
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he Santa Cruz Chorale is thrilled to host the SJSU Choraliers, known for their exquisite blend and masterful musicianship. The SJSU Choraliers will present an exceptional afternoon of music featuring selections from Frank Martin’s Mass for Double Choir, as well as music from the Renaissance and modern times. Although composed in 1922, the Frank Martin Mass was not released for publication or perDr. Jeffrey Benson formance until 1963. To quote the British composer and lecturer Phillip A. Cooke from 2010, “A work of such searing beauty and luminescence should surely have not sat in a drawer gathering dust whilst the world was crying out for more sacred masterpieces to rival Stravinsky’s Symphony of Psalms and Szymanowski’s Stabat Mater.” In addition to Frank Martin’s Mass the Choraliers will treat the audience to a wide variety of pieces. From “As Vesta was from Latmos Hill Descending” by the famous 16th century madrigalist, Thomas Weelkes, to “Ave maris stella,” the contemporary masterpiece by Trond Kverno and “Tykus Tykus” by the award-winning Lithuanian composer, Vaclovas Augustinas, the Choraliers will demonstrate their musical agility and
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The San Jose State University Choraliers range. Two works, by young composers Greg Jasperse and Jake Runestad, use unusual vocal sounds and rhythms to create unexpected auditory landscapes.
As is the tradition when hosting a guest choir, both the Choraliers and the Santa Cruz Chorale will join voices under Dr. Benson’s baton for works by Jacob Gallus and James Erb. The San José State University Choraliers have been considered one of America’s preeminent chamber choirs for the past 40 years. Currently under the direction of Dr. Jeffrey Benson, the Choraliers have most recently performed with The Rolling Stones, Josh Groban, Dionne Warwick, Andrea Bocelli, the Los Angeles Festival Orchestra and the Skywalker Orchestra, and give four major concerts a year in the San José area. They will be touring throughout California and Europe in 2016, singing in Dublin and Limerick, Ireland. The Choraliers have produced seven critically acclaimed compact discs entitled Together, Gaudete, Vidu, Virtuosi, Encore,
and their two most recent, Experience and A Choraliers Christmas. The Santa Cruz Chorale, a community
works from the 14th century through music Although several members of the Chorale are professional musi cians and some direct musical groups of their own, all volunteer their time, and most are amateurs in the original
Christian Grube, Artistic Director and Conductor of the Santa Cruz Chorale, is emeritus professor of choral conducting at the more about Director Christian Grube at
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Save Our Shores Launches Waves and Wildlife Photo Sharing Competition
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here are 29 Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) along the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. MPAs are State or National Parks that manage the resources of fragile, unique, and ecochances of a visitor stumbling across one in Santa Cruz or Monterey County are fairly high. Still, the majority of people who visit these precious landmarks are
Shores (SOS), aims to increase Marine Protected Area awareness through their Waves and Wildlife photo sharing competition. Award winning photographer and Santa Cruz local, John F. Hunter, reminds the Monterey Bay community, “We are in a wonderful position to bring more ocean awareness to the world through photography. It’s important to get out and enjoy Grab a camera, any camera, and start shooting!” In this spirit of adventure, the Waves and Wildlife photo competition will excite outdoor enthusiasts and artists who enjoy exploring and interacting with
[Save Our Shores] wants to inspire people to learn more about Marine Protected Areas and their ecological user-submitted photos showcasing MPA beauty on SOS’s website and social media. the Monterey Bay in fun and responsible ways. Whether it’s bird watching outside of Natural Bridges, diving through kelp forests at Point Lobos, hiking to Point Sur’s historical lighthouse, or dodging giant elephant seals as they compete for territory at Año Nuevo, there are so many MPAs to capture the experience with a camera. When asked about his most memorable ocean adventure, Hunter recalls breathtaking photos of Humpbacks feeding along the Monterey Bay in less than thirty-feet of water. “The water started boiling with anchovies and the
whales breached so close that my camera would not focus. I got to look into the eyes of Humpbacks that day and was astonished at how aware they are ... I made up my mind then, for the rest of my life, I would do everything I could to help preserve the ocean, part of which is hopefully creating more ecological awareness, through my photography.” Save Our Shores’ shares Hunter’s people to learn more about Marine Protected Areas and their ecological photos showcasing MPA beauty on SOS’s website and social media. Contestants are encouraged to submit their best pictures for a chance to win whale watching tours, prizes from REI, and the chance to become a Save Our Shores’ featured photographer for 2016. For photo submission guidelines, visit saveourshores.org/contest
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Community News
March Is National Arts Education Month
Arts Council Programs Provide Service and Support to Local Students, Families
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arch is National Art in Education Month and the Arts Council Santa Cruz County is a leading regional resource for arts education, touching the lives of thousands of students. The Arts Council aids Mariposa’s Art which is an after-school program that educates high school students on art concepts and teaching skills. Those students then become after-school art teachers for elementary school students. The Arts Council also supports SPECTRA Teaching Artists in schools, Artist Teacher Partnerships (art teachers and classroom teachers working together to integrate art education into other subjects), and Family Arts Nights, hand artful experiences and transform parents and grandparents into arts education advocates. Combined, these programs provide art education programming to over 14,000 students countywide. “Arts education teaches skills students need to be prepared for the 21st century work force and reinforces the belief that students should receive an education that includes activities that engage them in a fun and holistic way so they are able to learn through seeing, doing, and being. This leads to a richer understanding of themselves and world around them.” – Sarah Brothers Bot, Arts Education Manager at Arts Council Santa Cruz County Federal core curriculum standards have recently incorporated the Arts into the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), now known as STEAM. Yet, many schools in the region
receive Title 1 funds, have among the lowest possible rating in California’s Academic Performance Index, and lack during the regular school day. Schools are striving to provide quality education and
few enrichment resources to support large blocks of children with exacerbated need. Support locally and nation-wide continues to gain traction for programs like that of Mariposa’s Art. A recent New York Times article, “A Philanthropist Drills Down to Discover Why Programs Work,” highlights Susan Crown’s focus on programs success being tied to those that foster skills like grit, empathy and perseverance are determinates of future success. Arts Council Santa Cruz County’s sees these important life skills developed through the Mariposa’s Art program which has been serving students in Pajaro Valley for over two decades. The Arts Council Santa Cruz County steps into the gap by providing arts education and supporting programs that already exist in local schools. a Mariposa’s Art student teacher alumni from 2008-2009, Gerardo Narez says: “I agement and patience. In college, I applied to be an R.A., and my experience with
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Mariposa’s Art really helped me excel in the position.” Arts Council Santa Cruz County’s mission is to promote, connect, and invest in the arts in order to stimulate creativity and
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‘Ravnos’ Exhibition Set to Wow Visitors
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anta Cruz photographer Ole Ravnos died in 1945, but left behind an extraordinary legacy of vintage pictures. That legacy is the subject of a new exhibition at the Capitola Historical Museum. “The richness of history emerges when you tell a compelling story about the past that can make you feel like you were there,” says museum board member Gordon van Zuiden. “The photos of Ole Ravnos do that better, in my opinion, than those of any other photographer of Capitola at the beginning of the 20th century.” Van Zuiden is just one of a small but growing number Santa Cruz County Artist of the Year) Shmuel Thaler counts himself among them. “The photographs by Ole Ravnos are far more than a simple record or archive,” he says. “Through them we see into the beauty and soul of a community he obviously loved.” Ole Ravnos was born in southern Norway in 1862 and emigrated to America around age 20. He eventually settled in Denver, Colorado, where he worked as a carpenter. He did not change his occupation to photographer until after he came to Santa Cruz around 1905 with his wife, Amelia. gallery opposite the beach in Capitola during the summers of 1907 and 1908. He returned to Capitola for the summers of 1912 through 1915, renting the gallery for $25 per month.
It was during those six summers in Capitola that Ravnos took the photographs in the exhibition. He took general views of the creek, beach, hotel, and wharf, which he sold as souvenirs to visitors. He also took photos of camping groups and printed them on postcards which the campers could buy and mail to relatives. “Dear Ma, Pa, & Ruth. Here is a picture of camp, which was taken before we arrived,” wrote one young man on the back of a Ravnos postcard from 1915. Ravnos often covered planned events, such as picnics and parades, but he also kept his camera ready for the unexpected, including a shark caught by bathers. Ravnos’s Capitola gallery provided services to the growing ranks of amateur photographers. He rented Kodak cameras and would develop and print the pictures when the cameras were returned. Santa Cruz and began advertising: “Ravnos Photos Have Class. Telephone 1063J.” The store was called “Ravnos— Photo and Art.” Presumably his artist wife was selling her paintings there, too. They kept the Santa Cruz store for several years. The Museum exhibition showcases 35 images, all of exhibition devoted entirely to the work of Ole Ravnos. Some of the images have never before been exhibited.
From the Gordon van Zuiden collection
The picture was taken from the end of the wharf looking back toward the Capitola waterfront. Beyond the sailboat is the old Hotel Capitola
An opening reception will be held on Saturday, March 19, from noon to 2 p.m. at 410 Capitola Avenue. The Museum is open Thursday through Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. and the “Photos by Ravnos” exhibition will stay up through the end of the year.
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especially during the school year. It is a fact that the top source of stress for teens is school. Getting into a good college or deciding what to do after high school is the second-biggest source of tension. Aptos High School Parent Education Series is excited to host Dr. Adriana Galvan on Wednesday, March 2, 2016 to discuss the today’s teens. Adriana Galvan, PhD. is an assistant professor in the Department of Psychology and Brain Research Institute of University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Galvan serves as the Director and Principal Investigator of the Developmental Neuro-
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teens and on adults. O’Brien shares “The funny thing is that stress is our perception and reaction to events that happen in our lives. If this is true then we all can learn how to manage our perceptions and reactions (and stressors) to life’s events. Anytime we can educate ourselves on how to cope or react in a way that helps our mental health and lessens stress we should take advantage of that education or opportunity. I encourage everyone to attend Dr. Galvan’s presentation where we can learn together, as a community, how to help our time in their lives.� Using brain imaging technology Dr.
stress on the adolescent brain and behavior. At this event she will present her most recent child interactions and describe how to better help adolescents navigate the challenging transition from childhood to adulthood. Parents and family members in addition to educators can relate to stress as a normal part of life but it can feel overwhelming, especially for teens. With the right tools and coping strategies, daily stress can be manageable and can lead to an improved overall positive outlook on life and well being for all of us. Please join Dr. Galvan as she examines these issues and imparts her knowledge to learn more about stress on the teen brain and techniques to cope. This Aptos High School Parent Education event will be a rich and relevant conversation that gives insight to handle stress during the adolescent years. This event is open to the public from 6:30-8:30 pm including the Q&A immediately following Dr. Galvan’s Aptos High School Performing Arts Center 100 Mariner Way, Aptos
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fundraiser hosted by the faith communities group, Mid-County Homeless Coalition (MCHC). All proceeds will be used to support the needs of homeless men, women and children in the Aptos, Soquel, and Capitola area. MCHC is especially interested in addressing the need for showers. Faith Communities are invited to accept the challenge, turn up the heat and compete Prizes and bragging rights will be awarded in three categories: beef chili, meat (other than beef) chili, and veggie chili. Winners will be decided by People’s Choice vote (bribery allowed!) and Blind Taste Test by celebrity judges. There will also be special honors for Most Spirited Chili Team. Churches and Faith Communities interested in registering can
call 831-325-9615 or email midcountyLive music will be provided by two local faves: The Coastal Band (formerly Farmer’s Market String Band), and cover band, B Movie Kings! Entry ticket includes chili tastings, cornbread, and dessert. Twenty People’s Choice voting tickets are included with the entry fee. Extra voting tickets (to be purchased for 1.00 each. The community is invited to an evening of chili, music, friends and fun! Friday, March 18 from 6 to 9 p.m. Resurrection Catholic Community Meeting Hall, 7600 Soquel Drive, Aptos.
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Beethoven and the Beatles Showcased in Family Concert SANTA CRUZ — As part of the Music Education Program of the Santa Cruz Symphony, a Family Concert will be performed on March 6 at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium at 2:00 p.m. Titled “Beethoven and the Beatles,” The Santa Cruz County Youth Symphony will play alongside their professional Santa Cruz Symphony counterparts. Guest artists include Mike Ryan of Santa Cruz Shakespeare as narrator, along with members of Santa Cruz Ballet Theater, Cabrillo Youth Chorus, Cabrillo Chorale and the Kuumbwa Jazz Honors Band. Music students from the audience are encouraged to bring their instruments, as they will be invited to play along for an excerpt of “Ode to Joy” from Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony. For music practice information, attendees can visit the Symphony’s webpage for the Family Concert. After the concert, attendees may visit a orchestral instruments and talk with the professionals who play them.
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musicians. Over 40 schools and approximately 4000 students throughout Santa cians and volunteer docents. “This program is always one of our most rewarding,” said Interim Executive Director, Dorothy Wise. “It’s such a pleasure to see so many children avidly watching the musicians, conducting from their seats and moving to the music. And this year with the addition of our interactive experience — having children bring their instruments to play Beethoven’s ‘Ode To Joy’ with the Symphony — the program promises to be more engaging than ever.” Music Director and Conductor, Daniel Stewart states, “For me, Beethoven’s ‘Ode to Joy’ is the single most inspiring artistic experience there is, and what better way to invite you, the audience, to join us in playing along to the Ode to Joy itself! We will also be introducing the instruments
of our symphony orchestra through the music of The Beatles, including ‘Magical Mystery Tour,’ ‘All You Need is Love,’ ‘Come Together’ and ‘Hey Jude,’ in what is guaranteed to be an experience you will never forget.” Since 1966 the Santa Cruz Symphony has fostered music education in Santa Cruz County through various programs, including Classical Music Classrooms, Classroom Visits, Mueller Scholarships, Student Open Rehearsals, Pre-concert Talks and Master Classes with internationally-renowned
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n Saturday March 12, Girls Inc. of the Central Coast is hosting
Jazz Center to raise funds to expand its programs in Santa Cruz County. The organization’s programs are focused on leadership and self-empowerment for girls ages 8 to 18. They transform the lives of girls by inspiring them to make healthy choices and to pursue a college education. Preeminent bluegrass and Americana musicians Laurie Lewis and Tom Rozum are perfect headliners for this event. Their latest release, “The Hazel and Alice Sessions,” delves into the repertoire of Hazel Dickens and Alice Gerrard, two trailblazing women of bluegrass music. I heard on recordings singing and playing bluegrass music in the style of their male counterparts, such as Ralph Stanley, Bill Monroe and Flats and Scruggs,” Lewis says. Opening for Laurie Lewis and Tom Rozum is Bean Creek, the local bluegrass band that captured this year ’s Northern California Bluegrass Society’s award for Best Male Vocalist, with Billy Pitrone, on guitar and vocals, Sarah Eblen on bass and vocals, Rob Horgan on banjo, and Peter Hicks on mandolin, fiddle and vocals. Girls Inc. of the Central Coast has had great success with its programs for girls in Monterey County for the past 16 years.
the programs into Santa Cruz County. For more information about the organization, please visit www.girlsinccc.org. Girls Inc. of Central Coast is a 501(c)(3) organization that has served the Monterey County community since 1999. In 2011,they began serving girls from San Benito County. Girls Inc. of the Central Coast now serves over 1,200 girls in 28 schools in 7 cities in Monterey and San Benito Counties. In the fall of 2015,they expanded our programs to Santa Cruz County. Our ECHO Leadership program is now at Pajaro Valley High School where 28 girls are enrolled in this powerful 1-year program. They are currently raising funds to expand our programs to other school sites in Santa Cruz County. All programs are conducted after school at school sites.
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MAH a Finalist for Museum Medal WASHINGTON — The Institute of Museum and Library Services today announced that California’s Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History is among the 30 Museum and Library Service. The National Medal is the nation’s highest honor given to museums and libraries for service to the
community. For 22 years, the award has celebrated institutions that demonstrate extraordinary and innovative approaches to public service and are making a difference for individuals, families, and communities. nities by serving and inspiring the public,” said Dr. Kathryn K. Matthew, director of the Institute of Museum and Library Services. “We proudly recognize these museums and libraries for their invaluable work to provide citizens with educational resources, 21st century skills, and opportunities for lifelong learning. As key stewards of our nation’s future, we salute the 30
our citizenry and expanding learning of all kinds.” Finalists are chosen because of their to their communities. IMLS is encouraging community members who have visited the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History to share their story on the IMLS Facebook page. To Share Your Story and learn more about how these institutions make an impact, please visit www.facebook.com/ USIMLS. The National Medal winners will be named later this spring, and representatives from winning institutions will travel to Washington, D.C., to be honored at the National Medal award ceremony.
learn more about the National Medal, visit www.imls.gov/2016-medals. The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation’s 123,000 libraries and 35,000 museums. Its mission is to inspire libraries and museums to advance innovation, lifelong learning, and cultural and civic engagement. To learn more, visit www.imls.gov and follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
Dr. Kyle Van Houtan Named Science Director, Monterey Bay Aquarium
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conservation ecologist with expertise in marine biodiversity and global change, Dr. Kyle Van Houtan, has been named director of science at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. The mission of the nonprofit Monterey Bay Aquarium is to inspire conservation of the ocean. “We are fortunate to have Kyle Van Houtan as our director of science,” said Margaret Spring, vice president of conservation and science, and chief conservation officer for the aquarium. “He brings new perspectives to our work on behalf of iconic ocean wildlife at a time when marine Dr. Kyle Van Houtan ecosystems face unprecedented challenges from climate change and ocean acidification.” In his new position, Van Houtan will manage, coordinate, and strengthen the aquarium’s science programs and partnerships. These include conservation research focused on sea otters, great
white sharks, Pacific Bluefin tuna, and other iconic California Current species and ecosystems. For the past six years, Van Houtan has led several initiatives in global change and protected species from the direc-
Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Hawai’i. His research and teaching focus on multi-faceted approaches to marine biodiversity conservation, and his work spans a range of topics from animal behavior, foraging ecology and physiclimate change and ecosystem-based management. His latest research paper uses bomb radiocarbon from Pacific nuclear tests to aid in the conservation of critically endangered hawksbill sea turtles. He has also spoken and written widely
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about issues of environmental policy and ethics. Van Houtan earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Virginia, a master of science from Stanford University and his Ph.D. from Duke University, where he serves as an adjunct associate professor in the Nicholas School of the Environment. A passionate science and conservation communicator, his research has been featured on National Public Radio, in the New York Times, Nature, Science, National Geographic, WIRED and Smithsonian.
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Interview with Cristina Sayers By Jessica Johnson
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anta Cruz native Cristina Sayers is a selftaught abstract/collage/impasto/mixed enced by life along the seashore. Much of her work is an homage to Santa Cruz Count, and if you spend time with her pieces you will see the local referenced through her use of vintage produce labels, newspaper clippings and other images that connect to our community. I met with her in her airy, artistic, Aptos home and enjoyed learning more about how, as a mother of four, she has been able to develop a commitment to her creative life as well as a routine that meets the needs of her family.
house and I would sit and paint with her. It was a very supportive environment, and she would let me, as a young child, paint with paint and she was comfortable with me making a mess. Do you have any creative idols? es. Jean-Michel Basquiat. I am just fascinated with him, completely fascinated. He is so free. You have to look and read his work, it says something. And it
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Harmful Algal Blooms, Crabs, and El Niño
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fter the owner of Phil’s Fish Market in Moss Landing declared Christmas ruined by the “domoic acid Grinch” that stole the crab season California (Santa Cruz Sentinel, Dec 21, 2015), the situation still looks dire for much
of central and northern California crab The closure of both the recreational and in response to very high levels of the neurotoxin domoic acid (DA) in these animals is an unsurprising outcome of the massive harmful algal bloom (HAB) of the diatom Pseudonitzschia that took place from May to late September along the coast of California and all the way to Alaska. This bloom was tightly associated with the Anomaly, or “blob,” of much higher than average water temperatures
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spreading throughout the last two or more years. It appears as though the warm blob was sloshing up against the coast and creating perfect conditions for Pseudo-nitzschia, setting up a scenario where repeated strong pulses of upwelling were not strong enough to bring the very cold and nutrient-rich water to the phytoplankton at the surface, but rather moderate levels of nutrients. That set the stage for Pseudo-nitzschia to hold onto its dominance relative to other phytoplankton throughout the summer. As this unprecedented bloom began to subside in the fall, at least in waters close to the coastal boundary, the DA levels also began to decline in surface waters where monitoring takes place. What this means is that dead algal cells were sinking rapidly to the bottom sediments in the wake of the bloom, taking their toxins with them. Past research suggests that DA entering the deeper food web can be
very persistent, even toxin out fairly rapidly. If there is a lot of DA in the sediments, the cycle of contamination gets repeated again and again each time the animals feed. This year’s crab crisis has been unrelenting given the record-breaking levels of DA period. But then why did DA levels already fall in Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties and along the San Luis Obispo coast? We know DA was not as high this year in San Luis Obispo county as it was further north and much of what our predictive modeling
to the Channel Islands. Indeed, the Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, and San Miguel Islands are
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Theodora Serbanescu-Martin Shines In Aptos Keyboard Series T he Aptos Keyboard Series
young pianist, the 24-yearold UC Berkeley multi-talented senior Theodora SerbanescuMartin. On Feb 21 at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church she treated us to an excellent program of 19th century Romantic music on the resonant Steinway “B,” a
Not only has she won competitions but is doing one honors thesis on Brahms, and another on Sir Thomas Wyatt, the famous English Renaissance poet, a courtier of Henry VIII and one who kept his head. In selecting Theodora for the 3rd recital in his new series, Director Josef Sekon again picked a winner. Beethoven’s Sonata No. 28
“late period,” and our ears were pleased by Theodora’s own brief improvisational preface, which the composer would have loved. Following his own elaborate instructions in native German, the four movements begin with an unusual unhurried lament, done with a melting sensitivity, followed by a stomping lively march of “bad boys,” then a whispered longing, and ending with a fast fugue as homage to J.S. Bach and as a foretaste of Then this exceptional Beethoven pianist took us back to a couple of his early “Bagatelles” (1801), which already show his humor, innovation, whimsy. Chopin’s Polonaise-Fan-
super famous work, is a hybrid, beginning with a heavy dose of nationalism, which Theodora gave a lush and lively sound palette, followed by a “free form” that was unfolded as if she were creating it, her beautiful sounds concealing a tight structure. Then on to Brahms, with his late Seven Fantasies (1892), most of them meditative and others “Capriccios” that contain elements of his famous early “storm & stress,” played perhaps a bit too loudly for this hall. The encore, a Liszt “Consolation” (1850) was not a late or exploratory work, and Theodora made this quiet lament all but weep and sigh as her tender goodbye to a rapt audience.
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Remember Red Cross Month by Giving Blood in March
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uring Red Cross Month in March, the American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to join in its lifesaving mission by giving blood. Since 1943, every U.S. president has designated March as Red Cross Month to recognize how the Red Cross helps people down the street, across the country and around the world. Red Cross Month is a celebration of the everyday heroes, like Karla Essmiller, who are the face of the Red Cross in their communities. Essmiller began donating blood and even coordinated a few blood drives when she was in college. “Donating blood is a simple gift that I can make that may help up to three people live another day,” she said. “That makes me feel like a hero!” The Red Cross depends on blood donor heroes across the nation to collect enough blood to meet the needs of patients at approximately 2,600 hospitals nationwide. Donors of all blood types are needed to help accident and
burn victims, patients undergoing organ transplants, those receiving cancer treatments and others who rely on blood products. Make an appointment to become a hero to patients in need by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Blood donation opportunities: Santa Cruz County Aptos from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Resurrection Church, 7600 Soquel Drive Santa Cruz from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 220 Elk St. from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 220 Elk St. A blood donor card or driver’s license required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age, weigh at least 110 pounds
and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements. To get started and learn more, visit redcrossblood.org/ RapidPass and follow the instructions on the site.
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Surface Water Purchase from the Santa Cruz Water Department On February 9, the Santa Cruz City Council agreed to sell the Soquel Creek Water District a limited amount of available winter surface water each year from the City’s north coast sources for the next 5 years. The Cooperative Water Transfer and Purchase Agreement, which outlines the water supply status and other conditions that must be met by the City before they can sell available water, was agreed to by the City and Soquel Creek in the fall been on hold for several months while environmental review was carried out. In anticipation of a potential water transfer, Soquel undertook a water quality impacts assessment to identify and plan for any issues that might need to be managed. This work is ongoing and both agencies are working together to ensure the success of the project. Any water transfer that ultimately occurs will require approval from the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB), Division of Drinking Water, and City and
Purchasing water from the City will allow the District to pump less groundwater and give some much needed relief the maximum transfer allowed under the agreement would provide the District with
Water transfers would pass through an 8-inch intertie between the City and District located at 41st Ave. and Soquel Drive.” about 1/5 of our average usage during the winter months. The 5 year purchase of available winter surface water is also a pilot project, intended to support ongoing investigations into a more long term and larger surface water transfer concept, as Advisory Committee (WSAC). The WSAC chose the transfer of excess winter water to the District for either ‘in-lieu’ use or aquifer storage and recovery (ASR), with the expectation that they could get some water back during droughts or multiple dry years in the future, as their ‘preferred option’ for
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“Science at Sea” from page 22 As expected, California is now in the throngs of the continual storm systems that are the hallmark of El Niño along the southern portion of U.S. West Coast. Already, this El Niño is shaping up to be one of the top three on record with some similarities to the monstrous 1997/98 event. While the warmer
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growth and bloom development. Pseudonitzschia is not entirely gone though, with cryptic populations resurging periodically, particularly during calm periods following storms when light levels allow for growth. It has not been prolonged enough or vigorous enough growth to lead to accompanying high rates of DA production. For this reason, there is hope that the residual pool of DA near the ocean sediments that has been intoxicating
coast this fall may have been attributable to an
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important components of a water supply portfolio that provides safe and reliable water in a timely manner, qualities that are important to our District customers. There were hopes that water transfers under the purchase agreement could begin as soon as this winter, but even though the purchase agreement and environmental documents have been completed, water
ridge” that prevented storm tracks from entering California. El Niño appears to be winning out against the blob and leading to weather patterns that are not necessarily conducive to phytoplankton
A bigger question remains as to what the spring transition will bring now that there is an established “seeding” population of Pseudocoast. Will the anticipated decrease in nutrient conditions associated with typical El Niño’s be such that DA production is favored? Will it reach the incredible levels we saw in 2015 and be as pervasive or long-lived? Time will tell, and we are mobilizing resources to study this in greater detail as the dynamics evolve.
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Parenting in a Digital World
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’m dependent on technology. Some days, I spend more time with my phone than I do with my kids (don’t judge – they’re in school all day). I do the majority of my personal and work-related reading on the Internet. In fact, I can’t remember the last time I read a whole book (much to the dismay of my mom, who works in a bookstore). And I know my way around social media, which just means I know how to post, like, retweet and pin pretty pictures. But despite my love for technology, I hate seeing my kids’ eyes glued to their screens. And while I enjoy posting pictures of my kids on Facebook, the thought of my kids broadcasting their lives on social media makes me nervous. The “Logical Me” knows I have the parenting tools to teach my children how to be safe in this digital age. The “Emotional Me” just wants to scream, “No!” and go back to reading articles on the internet about the dangers of the digital age. This monthly column provides tips for anyone who is raising children, based on the world-renowned Triple P – Positive Parenting Program, available to families in Santa Cruz County. If you have a question or idea for a future column, email me at . Dear Nicole, ’m not on social media, but I have friends who are. One friend recently saw a picture that my son posted on Instagram doing something inappropriate. She thinks I should talk to him about what he’s posting online and how that could hurt him someday. I was shocked because I had no idea he was using social media. He’s 14, but we’ve avoided it because of other parents’ horror stories. What should I do? — Hana
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Final Thoughts: There’s a saying, “Knowledge is power.” This is particularly true about social media. The more you know, the more you can teach your son how to make safe, respectful, appropriate choices — online or in person, with or without you.
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— and often exaggerated — updates about people’s lives often leave kids and adults feeling excluded, inadequate, anxious or depressed. Several apps create a layer of secrecy that make it easy for people to do and say things that are hurtful to others or put themselves at risk. Apps such as Yik Yak, Whisper, Kik, and ask.fm allow users to remain anonymous, while apps such as SnapChat create a false sense of security that risky photos and videos disappear after being sent and can’t be saved by the receiver. Several of these apps are known for being used to bully others or exchange sexually explicit photos with peers — or strangers! But not all social media apps are “bad,” and not everyone posts inappropriate or hurtful things. The more you know about social media, the more prepared you’ll be to talk with your son. Read articles, talk to your friends and their kids, or join a social Talk with your teen. Ask your son what he knows and what interests him about social media. Share what you’ve learned about the positive and risky aspects of social media. Ask him what he’s noticed among his peers, and what he would do if someone were being cyberbullied or engaging in risky behaviors. Listen closely and stay calm even if you hear answers that surprise or worry you. Having a calm discussion now will let him know he can come to you if there are problems later. His answers will also tell you whether he’s ready to follow rules about social media and do “the right thing,” even if it’s not the popular thing. Agree on rules and expectations. Discuss which apps he can use and which between posting things that are funny and harmless versus hurtful or dangerous to him or others. Discuss how you’ll monitor his social media activity and what will happen if he’s using it inappropriately. yourself that he’s safe and giving him the freedom to have an online social life.
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The Book Bag By Robert Francis
Suspense and Adventure With International Flair … Meanwhile, Caitlyn Hanley, McColl’s former girlfriend and an American journalist, grimly awaits the execution of her brother in Ireland for his involvement in a plot to overthrow the British. Even harder to take is the fact that her one-lime lover, McColl, was responsible for her brother’s betrayal. As this latest installment of the series unfolds, McColl and Hanley will be reunited in Ireland but the terms of their relationship will be much different. Betrayal will again undermine their feelings for one another but this time one of them may not walk clear of their Irish encounter.
Jane and the Waterloo Map By Stephanie Barron
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room. Colonel MacFarland’s enigmatic, little to Jane but she’s determined to discover what the famous battle has to do with the unfortunate man’s death. In this latest adventure Jane will also be reunited with artist Raphael West who will assist in the investigation and actually
a collision path with a very formidable adversary who is seeking an incalculable treasure. This Regency era mystery with its thoroughly likeable central characters is but the author also does an admirable job of working many facts gleaned from Jane Austen’s actual life. One wouldn’t necessarily think that this famous British author could anchor a successful suspense series but Stephanie Barron is skillful enough to make this happen in a very entertaining manner.
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killer, a mysterious nurse from Kansas, a rather naïve Pakistani and, yes, a recalcitrant Swede. with deception and betrayal, the two key protagonists, Grip and Friedman, harbor their own secrets. Neither of these characters is whom they appear to be, which makes for an exciting if not sometimes exasperating read.
and their goal of locating the teen who is in jeopardy. Complicating the situation and making for an even more riveting read is the fact that someone else is also engaged necessarily intent on saving her or seeing justice served. on a number of surprising levels and takes
The Girls She Left Behind A Lizzie Snow Novel
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with a case of simple vehicle theft that grows into something far more serious. The two individuals implicated in the theft have disappeared and the subsequent discovery of a burned out van and bloodstains in an abandoned World War II airport hanger suggest that this is now more than a simple case of grand theft auto. in a hailstorm, the authorities discover two corpses, but only one of them died as a result of the accident. With the weather getting worse and the body count mounting, Banks realizes that he must step up the intensity of the investigation because someone is intent on covering his tracks no matter the cost. Peter Robinson’s writing awards include both an Edgar and England’s the CWA Dagger prize. His best selling Banks novels have been adopted for the ITV series “DCI BANKS” which is presently in its fourth season airing on PBS in the United States. Those who enjoy police procedural stories set in England and laced with psyvery satisfying read. If you haven’t discovered Inspector Banks yet, begin with “In Dark Places” and then try some of the earlier adventures.
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Meeting our County’s Housing Needs By Zach Friend, Santa Cruz County Supervisor, 2nd District
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requires local governments to create a “Housing Element,� which is one of several required elements of our General Plan. The program is designed to make sure local governments create land use patterns that meet the future needs of the community. In other words, the program is designed to make sure there is enough housing for our community, and that the housing provided meets the needs of varying income groups. Unfortunately, we have evidence here in Santa Cruz County that not enough people have access to housing, and that Rents and home prices are rising sharply, and some families have trouble even Our children and grandchildren are being priced out of our community at alarming rates, and I’ve heard from many seniors on fixed incomes struggling with rising rents. Additionally, we have a persistent homelessness problem
that is out of scale to the size of our community. The Housing Element works to address those problems. What is the Housing Element? ousing elements are state-mandated documents required of every county that report on existing conditions about housing in a community and establish the community’s priorities with regard to addressing housing issues. The Housing Element lays the foundation for the policies, programs and projects that will be
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timeframe - in our case, until the year 2023. The document outlines community demographics, the existing housing stock, local housing and environmental regula-
projects could be acceptable and more. In essence, it helps provide a blueprint for addressing housing needs, all of which rightfully needs to be done within the constructs of the voter-approved local landmark law Measure J.
Measure J is visionary law passed by a community who sought to protect Santa Cruz County’s beauty and agricultural land for future generations by shaping housing was included in new housing
developments. One key element of the law was focusing future housing within the urban core of our county to ensure rural and agricultural protections. “Housing Needs� page 28
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hear from people, ‘Oh, I hated Shakespeare But these same people, as adults, often realize they are missing something.� So the interactive class, which Hashe has taught in multiple locations for more than 15 years, focuses on comprehension — and fun. “We do things like ‘Shakespeare News of the Week,’ where class members bring in anything they’ve seen or heard about Shakespeare that week. He really is kind of everywhere,� says Hashe. Students also get a chance to read aloud, if they wish, and local productions and screenings are discussed. Plays covered this session will be “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,� “Richard III,� and “Hamlet.� “If people aren’t sure if this class is for them, I encourage them to get in touch and ask as many questions as they like,� says Hashe. “I’ve had many converts over the years.� Class size is limited to 12 people and reservations are required.
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“Housing Needs” from page 27 Over the last few years, the County has been actively working to ensure that current and future housing needs are met, and that we can adequately address this growing the urban core by looking toward smaller, starter-sized (or downsized for empty nesters) homes that may be mixed use (residential above commercial) to provide the most environmentally respectful options toward meeting our housing needs. By moving away from a single-family home, these types of homes are designed to create walkable communities along transportation corridors that allow for live/work options and smaller sizes that We know we have a long way to go. or example, did you know that a household seeking to rent a modest two-bedroom apartment in Santa Cruz County needs to earn $33.77 per hour, according to the National Low Income Housing Coalition? That’s more than $70,000 per year. These realities are starting to shape our neighborhoods. More homes are being purchased as second homes and vacation rentals, leaving declining home ownership declining rates among locals that mean, if current trends
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persist, fewer than half the households in Santa Cruz County will own their own homes within a matter of a few years. Additionally, as more and more people get priced out of the market, the Housing Element shows how we’re seeing many people (including children) crowding into substandard, and often unsafe, homes. We have more than 1 in 6 children that live in poverty in our community, with housing costs one of the top barriers toward escaping poverty. Study after study shows Santa Cruz County has some of the most burdensome housing costs in the country, and many local community programs have shown how this has led to more children living with food insecurity, as families choose between rent and food. Clearly, we can do more to address these issues, and the policies outlined in the Housing Element (along with other recent changes to After public hearings and input sessions the Housing Element was approved by the Santa Cruz County Housing Advisory Commission, Planning Commission and, just recently, by the Board of Supervisors.
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Your March Horoscope Aries (March 21-April 20)
Your accomplishments are obvious to everyone around you as March begins, so why are they so hard for you to see? Stop playing modest and realize what you’re worth already! The second week is perfect relatives who believe in you. You’re unusually withdrawn near the end of the month, but through discomfort comes the opportunity to change. When rebirth is an option, don’t look the other way.
Taurus (April 21-May 21)
You begin the month thinking, “Okay what’s the bottom line?” Like a typical Taurus, you’re totally focused on the (potentially big) cost instead of just enjoying the experience. If you can and the more pleasure you seek, the more you attract. When you have this much going for you,
Gemini (May 22-June 21) March is another thing altogether! There aren’t many people who have so many friends they don’t need another one. You get a totally new viewpoint of the world later in the week, and wow, it looks There are a lot of people who want to get all up in your business mid-month, and while it can be mildly irritating, at least you now that people are interested. Don’t share the intimate details with just anyone, though, unless you want to see them posted all across various social media platforms.
Cancer (June 22-July 22)
Be your own cheerleader to start March. If you don’t have anyone in your corner, make little inspirational notes and post them where you can see them when you need an extra boost of encouragement. Being protective of your friends and family comes naturally to all Cancers, but mid-month you’re super intent on keeping the ones you love safe. Do what you have to do in order to keep the security level at your desired level. Everything seems just a little harder saying ‘why me’ a lot. Why you? Because you can handle it.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)
Everything seems like it exists to amuse you as the month begins. But you aren’t laughing at mid-month, but you’re not about to take any criticism laying down. What others think of you is a lot more important to you than it is to most other signs, so do what you have to do to make sure your reputation remains sparkling. Near the end of the month are good days to partner up with a best friend or favorite relative to see if you can make something better in the world. Maybe you’ll
Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22) people around who follow your strict attention to details or your ideology in general, which system and then following it to a T works well for you later in the month, and if anyone disturbs mode, you’ll notice if even one little thing on your desk, dashboard or mantle has been moved.
Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)
What are a few of your favorite things? You deserve to be surrounded by all of them to start the month, so don’t deprive yourself of any pleasure great or small. There’s romance in the air as the month moves on, and you may feel an exciting feeling of anticipation that you haven’t experienced in a while. You’re a major procrastinator mid-month, but when it comes to your things and people late in March, and you love everything associated with glitz and glam.
Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)
You’re the man or woman with the plan as the month begins. When people aren’t sure what to do next, they come to you for instructions. Even if you aren’t technically the one in charge, you have a commanding presence about you that earns you the respect of your peers, co-workers and strangers alike. You’re tempted to fall for someone or something that seems too good to be true mid-month, but that keen investigative Scorpio mind won’t let. You know there are reasons for your suspicions, and you won’t rest until you uncover every last sordid detail. You pride yourself on being trustworthy and loyal, and you demonstrate these qualities to those who know you best on a regular basis.
Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)
mation or wisdom that not a lot of people are aware of in the second week, it might be best shared getting into trouble something you’re interested in? Sometimes breaking the rules is hard to resist, but you need to consider the consequences before you totally run wild. The unforeseen shows up as March ends, and although you aren’t prepared for it, you deal with it remarkably well.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)
Nothing makes you happier than when a plan comes together as the month begins. You’ve worked so hard on this, why shouldn’t you get all of the credit? Your creativity comes to a peak as the month continues, and writing verses including poetry and lyrics comes very naturally. It’s very out-of-the ordinary for you to be the undependable one, but mid-March you want to follow your whims more than you want to follow through on your responsibilities. You’ve got your eye on the prize near the end of the month, but there’s someone who loves standing between you and what you want to obtain or achieve.
Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)
You don’t see any strangers as March begins; you only encounter potential friends who you haven’t had the pleasure of meeting yet. Your friendliness draws crowds to you, and your unique way of making people feel like they’re the most important thing in the world is your very best quality. A red-hot brain connection keeps you thinking about someone long after he or she is out of sight mid-month. Sometimes things aren’t meant to go the distance, but even if memories of this singular encounter are all you have, you’re luckier than most! You don’t normally mind performing in front of an audience, but as the month comes to a close you’d rather practice on your own until you can perfect your skills and/or talents.
Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)
You might not be perched in the exact spot you want to be early in the month, but guess what? There’s someone higher than you who is totally willing to help you up so you can see the view from the top. Your subtlety is appreciated mid-month, but when people tell you their wildest, most well-kept secrets it’s hard to mask your shock! Find a way. You don’t get along very well with the people in position of authority as the month comes to a close, so make your own way as much as possible so you don’t have to deal with anyone trying to tell you what to do. You got this!
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t is with great pride that I share with the community that our three elementary schools: Del Mar, Green Acres, and Live Oak, recently received the Gold Ribbon Award designation from the California Department of Education. The Gold Ribbon Award is one way the State celebrates outstanding educational programs and practices through its California School Recognition Program. In order to compete for this award, each school was required to submit a lengthy application which described their model meets the academic needs of their Del Mar Elementary School’s model program combines Reader’s and Writer’s Workshops with “Accountable Talk” in order to achieve the Common Core State Standards in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Reader’s Workshop is a teaching method in which the goal is to explicitly teach students strategies to become more skillful at comprehending text. It involves students in authentic reading experiences that focus on the strengths and needs of each individual student Readers Workshop emphasizes the importance of student engagement and the interaction between readers and the text. Writer’s
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for process writing instruction that incorporates authentic practices within a consistent structure. Accountable Talk consists of three aspects: Accountability to the Learning Community, Accountability to Accurate Knowledge, and Accountability to Rigorous Thinking. Accountability to the Learning Com-
munity is about how students talk to and with each other. Accountability to Accurate Knowledge is about what students discuss. Accountability to Rigorous Thinking is about how students use their accurate knowledge to build a logical and coherent line of argument. As a result of this approach, Del Mar has shown a closing in their students’ achievement gap in the English language arts. Green Acres Elementary School uses a “Walk to Learn” model of Response to Intervention. All students in grades 1-5 have literacy Response to Intervention time 4-5 days per week for 40 minutes. During this time, all students go to an instructional group at their instructional reading level as determined by their assessment data. The Walk to Learn model was chosen needs of all students, and involved classroom teachers as well as specialists: creating a tiered web of support. “We were concerned about every student receiving targeted skill level instruction and we also did not want a pull out program where some students missed core classroom instruction. Another motivation was that we wanted all teachers and students to participate in the program so there would be no stigma about going out of the classroom to receive additional instruction. The added address the needs of our above level students.” As students’ phonics skill has increased at the lower grades, the and comprehension instruction sooner and have also been able to expand the number of “above level” groups who are studying text structures to improve their reading comprehension of complex text. Live Oak Elementary School also highlighted their Response to Intervention (RtI) program which serves all students in the school. At the foundation of the program is a research & evidence based literacy program called SIPPS-- Systematic Instruction in Phonological Awareness, Phonics, and Sight words. This foundation
in phonics helps all students learn to read, decode and comprehend English, but is especially critical for the 65% of students who are English learners. The outcome of the RTI program is a strong safety net for students who need help and a school where no one falls through the cracks. “We are accountable to the school community because we routinely review data at team meetings throughout the year, and we have intervention records for all students in RTI. Students who do not need small group intervention are also supported because their teachers are able to provide reading work for them that is at or above grade level during the RTI time block. In this way teachers and parents can feel what they need. We can show that school-wide achievement has risen as a result of the RTI program.” We are very proud of Del Mar Elementary, Green Ares Elementary, and Live Oak Elementary. There will be an award ceremony in May, which the three principals and I will attend to receive each school’s plaque designating them as a Gold Ribbon School. I want to heartily congratulate each of these schools -- their principals, work and commitment, which has now been recognized by the state. Job well done!
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of Soquel Elementary School. We recently fornia Department of Education (CDE) to announce that Soquel Elementary School has been selected for the Gold Ribbon School Award. The California Gold Ribbon School Award has been created to honor exemplary elementary schools in our state that have implemented outstanding instructional practices from grades Kindergarten to Fifth Grade. During the past four years Soquel Eleworked relentlessly to implement some of the best practices in instruction in the areas of reading and writing. These dedicated educators have received exceptional that included the opportunity to attend a weeklong summer institute at Columbia Teachers College in New York. Working in unison with the Cotsen Foundation (http://cotsen.org/), which invested
has enabled these dedicated educators to almost totally revamp the instructional program at Soquel Elementary from Kindergarten to Fifth Grade. It is exciting to observe the numerous numbers of guest educators who visit Soquel Elementary School to gather information and strategies regarding the implementation of Readers and Writers Workshop Instruction. I had the opportunity to engage in conversations with some of these visiting educators who were extremely impressed with the academic rigor and instruction that is in place at this school. During their visitation, these edu-
and held all students accountable to achieving academic mastery. commended for their abilities to agree to school wide benchmarks and establishing high academic gains for all students. These highly committed educators invest a sigoutcomes and engage in collaborative teacher meetings to evaluate instructional practices. I have been most impressed with the leadership qualities of the prinwillingness to have their lesson observed by outside guests and also by colleagues for observation is a powerful statement to the commitment that has been made by the teachers at Soquel Elementary. The future is extremely bright for our Soquel Elementary School and their recent recognition as a California Gold Ribbon School is fantastic. I foresee this wonderful into a variety of innovative and exciting programs within the next couple of years. and community of Soquel Elementary School.
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