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67th Annual Begonia Festival ver Labor Day weekend, September tival in Capitola by the sea. The Capitola Begonia Festival features fun activities that the whole family can enjoy, from a Sand Sculpture contest, a Fishing Derby, Row Boat races, and a Nautical Parade of begonia-laden oats traveling down Soquel Creek.

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on their parade entries. Watch a movie on the beach, or dance to the sounds of the

34th Annual Capitola Art & Wine f that wasn’t enough, the following weekend is the 34th Annual Capitola Art & Wine Festival Saturday September free! of the most picturesque places on the planet looking for that perfect piece of

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art, decoration or jewelry, Capitola is the place to be. Try some of the best wine California has to offer from grapes grown in the Mountains of Santa Cruz, listen and dance to local entertainment and feast on gourmet offerings from artichokes to zucchini.

Over 150 fine artists and 21 wineries will participate in this year ’s Festival. Life can’t get any better! family all in charming Capitola Village overlooking the beautiful Monterey Bay. The 35th Annual Santa Cruz Greek Festival njoy Food, Music, Dancing, and Spirits — September 9, 10, and 11 is the Santa Cruz Greek Festival voted Best Street Festival in Santa Cruz County. Come and enjoy this showcase of authentic Greek food, pastries, spirits, live Greek music, folk dancing and more!

The festival is located at 223 Church Street, between Church and Center Streets, spell or perfectly pronounce the delicious foods of the Mediterranean, just enjoy.

Santa Cruz County Fair elping to make September the most celebrated month of the year is the County Fair from September 14-18. This is when you get to see all those farm animals, equipment and livestock that is such a part the history of our region. The 4-H and the

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FFA youth get to show what they’ve learned and the county’s best apple pie is chosen. there are the carnival rides, horse shows, professional entertainment and the food

of fun returns to the Santa Cruz County Fair as the pirate Captain Jack Spareribs brings his act to the Fair. Rocking with orange pigtails, the kid’s pop-rock stage show “Twinkle Time” returns to the Santa Cruz County Fair. The Alaskan Racing Pigs return to the beautiful lawn near the livestock area, bringing cheering crowds to the Santa Cruz County Fair!

On Sunday afternoon September 18 the last day of the fair, the Charros share their passion for horses as the main Horse Show Arena at the Fairgrounds transforms itself from a competitive horsemanship arena into a performance venue. The traditional Charro show returns with a start time of 4 p.m.

Truly, there is such a thing as a perfect ending to summer.

Community Briefs Food Truck Santa Cruz

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ome and enjoy some tasty local food with family and friends at “Food Truck Santa Cruz” presented by the City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Department.

The food trucks will be parked at San Lorenzo -

Cruz Mountain Brewery, wine, music, and dirt bike pump track for the kids.

New Exhibit to Open at the Agricultural History Project he Agricultural History Project has

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the life of a pioneer family that owned property in the Santa Cruz Mountains of the Bob Tindall and his family that lived and farmed the Tindall Ranch since 1898.

The Agricultural History Project has collected many artifacts over its 30 years of

has been produced from an oral history of the life of a family. Beverly Tindall-Gomez researched her family history and volunteers from the Agricultural History Project

Farm during the Santa Cruz County Fair September every Second Saturday event each month throughout the year.

T h e John Kegebein, CEO AHP and Agricultural Beverly Tindall-Gomez assemHistory Project bling Tindall Ranch Exhibit. organization located at the entrance to Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds in Watsonville, California.

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Community News

November Transportation Ballot Measure T he Regional Transportation Commission’s “Safety, Pothole Repair,

Measure� will appear on the November 8, 2016 ballot after securing approval from the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors and the cities of Capitola, Santa Cruz and Watsonville.

The measure includes a balanced

million annually, requires citizen oversight, independent audits, and that all funds are spent locally. This is not a bond issue so approved projects.

Supervisor Zach Friend noted that the measure represents a holistic transportation plan to meet the varied needs of the community; Supervisor John Leopold

modes and geographic areas of Santa Cruz County, many of which are needed improvements to the local transportation network that will not happen without new local funding. The Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) developed the ballot measure over the last two years based on Projects in the plan will improve safety for children walking and bicycling near schools; repair potholes; repave 1; maintain transportation for seniors and people with disabilities; reduce global warming and air pollution by providing transportation options like sidewalks, bike lanes, and trails; preserve and analyze transit options in the rail corridor; and

deliver other projects to meet the mobility needs of current and future generations.

reduce reliance on Sacramento and Washington for transportation funding, create local jobs and stimulate local economic vitality.

Based on vast and broad community input, the 2016 Transportation

funding, especially for seniors and people with disabilities, and pares down projects in the rail corridor to only include property management/maintenance and a transparent public analysis of future transportation uses of the corridor. includes citizen oversight, independent requirements. With the state’s Ÿ cent sales

public input, Supervisor Ryan Coonerty stated that the success of the measure will now be decided by the voters, and Supervisor Bruce McPherson reiterated the need to become a transportation “self help� county in order to receive matching dollars from federal and state transportation funds.

More information about projects in the ballot measure is available on the RTC website: www.sccrtc.org/move. “Transportation� page 9

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The Northern California Renaissance Faire Fantasy and History Come Alive With Shops and Shows at Casa de Fruta HOLLISTER — Journey back in time to the Northern California Renaissance Faire, which takes place each weekend from The festivities take place at Casa de Fruta, near Hollister, CA, where the area is transformed into Willingtown, a village under

a fantasy-world rife with ities and music.

Thousands of people travel to Casa de Fruta in

handcrafted works of art, fabulous food like huge turkey legs and delicious meat pies, and great ale. Not only that, but visitors can participate in sports and games like fencing, ities for children, the Nor Cal Ren Faire is guaranteed fun for faire-goers of all ages!

Attendees can capture the Renaissance aesthetic by donning costumes and dressing as a character of the time. The Belrose costume person of any social status: peasants, gypsies, pirates, knights, merchants, nobility or even royalty! Be sure to complete the look with face painting and hair braiding.

The Renaissance Faire features themed weekends for a chance to feature special

berfest, and a Fantasy-themed weekend. delightful performances are available, including comedy shows, fortunetellers, Come and meander through the Marketplace to shop from a variety of master designs, hand-crafted works of art, blown glass, knives and swords, leather, wood, jewelry and much more. Juicy turkey legs, ale, cider and all sorts of Renaissance-era food are available for hungry travelers as they journey through the streets of Willingtown.

Watch courageous knights engage in a battle of skill to please and entertain invited to cheer on the knight of their choice as they engage in a full contact joust in the World Tournament of Champions Arena.

Advance tickets are available now, and anyone who purchases online tickets before

Casa de Fruta, 10011 Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister

group of self-appointed actors and artisans Many Faire participants have been exciting

of the Faire. A weekend pass, which covers

years, never failing to entertain the masses

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remember that during opening weekend, general ticket pricing is “Two-For-One!” Northern California Renaissance Faire A Play Faire Production through October 16 from 10 a.m. -6 p.m.

Celtic Rock Concert Series every Satgeneral admission

that is managed by their own performers, presenting an incomparable way to experience the “group.”

For more information and tickets, visit The Northern California Renaissance Faire is run by Play Faire Productions, a

for an all-encompassing history lesson, or wish to play in the original adult playground, there is no doubt that everyone will have the chance to stretch his or her imagination… and Find Your Fantasy!

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Banff Mountain Film Festival Radical Reels Tour nspired by the wildly popular Radical Reels night at the Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival, the Radical Reels Tour travels with a selection of the hottest action sports films featuring climbing, paddling, other adrenaline-filled films.

Huck-it! Drop-it! Get stoked for this year’s presentation of the most outra-

Mountain Film Festival and beyond. Bike tough trails, paddle wild waters, ski steep to the edge.

The Radical Reels Tour runs every spring & fall and spans North America, bringing a variety of mountain sport range of viewers from hard-core outdoor adventurers to weekend warriors. Grab your tickets and hang on to your seat for the best jaw-dropping

Burning Mountains

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Apex Adventures, Epicenter Cycling, Fox,

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climbing, biking, kayaking and more — all brought to life on the big screen.

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ave your apple pie announced as the “Best in Santa Cruz County and the Pajaro Valley” on Wednesday, September 14, 2016 opening day of the Santa Cruz County Fair.

- Tuesday, September 6 (postmarked no later than 11:59

p.m. September 6, 2016) Contest held on the opening day of the Santa Cruz County Fair (Wednesday, September 14, 2016), this contest is sponsored by the Pajaro Valley apple growers, shippers and related industries as well as pie lovers throughout Santa Cruz County and the Pajaro Valley.

This much anticipated event has been organized by forms can be found in the fair’s premium book located at

2015 Apple Pie Judges (from left) Jimmy Dutra, Shaz Lint, Stacy Philpott and Jimmy Panetta.

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Ave., Watsonville or online at www.santacruzcountyfair. com and at the Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau, 141 Monte Vista Ave., Watsonville. There is no entry fee for this popular opening day event.

There are three divisions: 1) Juniors — 2) Seniors — 18 years-of-age and over 3) Masters — anyone who has won 1st, 2nd place in the Senior Division

Attendees await the judge’s decisions at the 2015 Apple Pie Baking Contest.

1st, 2nd and 3rd in each division as well as Best of Show.

Don’t delay; get your entry form in today!

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As you discover the rich agricultural history of Santa Cruz, Monterey and Pajaro Valley, you will learn about the crops, people, artifacts and farming practices that have made the Central Coast of California what it is today.

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to be play the bad guy in the scenario and Nicky was allowed to communicate on our radio.

® four picture books for kids that are now for sale on Amazon. com. We hope you, your children, grandchildren and friends will love them.

ca.schoolloop.com like to thank our dispatch partners who and the agriculture research in the Codiga Center & Museum. When you visit, be sure to stop by our charming gift shop “Country Corner!”

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serious illness and has a love for public safety. Our deputies contacted Nicky’s family and invited them to visit the SherWhen Nicky arrived, he was given his own uniform and a custom badge with

rience on our Facebook page in support of his courageous battle. Our hearts are with our hero Nicky and feel fortunate to have met him.

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new adventure at the Capitola Art and Wine Festival September 10 and 11. She will be giving free stickers to the kids, selling books about me and mugs with my picture

California Highway Patrol employees and their families in times of crisis.

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the welfare of California Highway Patrol employees and their families. The Foundation provides

granddaughter Alyssa who will be face painting. Hope you come by to say Hello!

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“Transportation” from page 6 Safety for kids near schools: New funding for safe school-route bike and walk projects Local street repair: Repairing potholes and maintaining/repaving local streets and roads countywide, improved neighborhood safety for cyclists and pedestrians Maintain transit and paratransit services for seniors, veterans and residents with disabilities Highway 1 employees (especially from Aptos and Watsonville), businesses, transit

Highway 17 Freeway Service Patrol and protection for motorists and wildlife by building a wildlife undercrossing at Laurel Curve Highway 9: Safety improvements in the San Lorenzo Valley, especially near schools

range of services including: high quality online curriculum, personalized independent study programs, weekly teacher consultation and instruction, assessment and feedback, parent conferences, social networks of homeschooling families, resource libraries, and Chromebooks (optional).

Fee includes: Green fees, cart, dinner, complimentary beverages while on the course, and a goody bag. Prizes: Winning to Pin and much more. : Contact

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Monterey Bay Sanctuary Scenic Trail: Rail Trail for cyclists and pedestrians along the rail corridor in Watsonville, Santa Cruz and Capitola, and connecting to Monterey County Investigation of future transit options in the rail corridor: Conduct a transparent public process to analyze options to meet future mobility needs; the plan does not include funding for any new commuter or visitor rail service.

New bridges for cyclists and pedestrians: Cyclist- and pedestrian-only bridges to be built over Highway 1 at Chanticleer St. and Mar Vista Dr Percentage Allocations 30% Direct Allocation to Cities and

over-crossings 20% Transit for Seniors and People with Disabilities

Community Bridges Lift Line Paratransit Service (4%) Trail 8% Rail Corridor

and operational improvements, school bicycle and pedestrian projects 25% Highway Corridors (Hwys 1,

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LEO’s Haven Fundraising Update

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Finley and Cleo’s Cookie Stand

the capital campaign, numerous local

contributed time, resources and money inclusive playground. Local children have even pitched in by selling donated Newman’s Own Organics cookies at various themselves.

Finley and Cleo Roberts and their friends have been out busily selling cookies to neighbors at the Hook, Pleasure Point, and Chanticleer Park locations. A month ago, these children approached the County Parks Department for a permit to hold a cookie fundraiser. After they obtained the necessary permit, they approached Peter Meehan of Newman’s Own Organics with a business plan. Mr. Meehan generously donated cookies for the cookie campaign.

As of mid-August, Finley and Cleo are only a few hundred dollars away from ground. They’ve been pretty successful

The Wee Saw

To bring happiness with safety

Doug and Diane Deaver of Aptos, Calif. sales by following the Chanticleer Park Neighbors/Vecinos Facebook Page.

Wee Saw: Sponsored by Doug And Diane Deaver! he Santa Cruz Playground Project announced a sizeable donation from

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Chanticleer Park, an inclusive playground designed to meet the needs of local children of all abilities. sponsor the “Wee-Saw” after seeing a news

available at www.santacruzplaygroundproject.org Diane Deaver (Winner of the 2016 Times Publishing Group Poetry Contest) wrote a poem to commemorate the playground and the donation: Leo’s Haven There’s going to be a playground We heard the other day An all-inclusive playground To bring fun and to bring joy

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Finley and Cleo’s Cookie Stand with Customers

Where all can be included And where all can join the fun Where all can play together

The Wee Saw is a see saw that can accommodate at least four children at a time. This will allow for cooperative and group play. The seat backs will support children with balance and muscle-strength issues so they can play safely with their friends.

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City of Santa Cruz’s 150th Birthday T hroughout the month of September the City of Santa Cruz will be celebrating its 150th Anniversary, culminating in a 150th Anniversary Beach Party on October 1st. We encourage you to participate in the many activities that have been planned to honor the occasion.

Thursday, September 1 Time Capsule Dedication at City Hall

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he City of Santa Cruz will celebrate its 150th Anniversary throughout the month of September, starting with the dedication of a time capsule.

Space is limited, reservations are recom-

Friday, September 2 Downtown Public Art Walking Tour

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Dr. Harriet Kimble wrye, Ph.D., ABPP, FIPA Author, Teacher, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Training & Supervising Psychoanalyst

Friday, September 9 Civic Auditorium Open House

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ever been curious about the stories behind the vibrant public art of Santa Cruz? Join us for our Downtown Public Art Walking Tour. Questions? Contact Beth Tobey at 831-420-5154.

or the City’s 150th celebration, we invite you to take a walk back in history from the Civic’s inception to plans for the future.

This very special event will include tours of the Civic, an unveiling of the Civic’s

“Psychodynamic Therapy and Mindfulness Practice Individuals and Couples”

Make History!

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ome aboard at Cedar and Lincoln streets 1:30 p.m. trolley tours travel up the coast to the City’s recycling center, the Resource Recovery Facility to see what happens to the 30 to 50 tons of material placed into Santa Cruz blue recycle bins each day. (Duration 90 mins.)

3 p.m. and 4 p.m. tours visit the awardwinning Wastewater Treatment Facility for a look at the quality of life service provided to Santa Cruz citizens who generate about (Duration 60 mins.)

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elebrate 150 years of Santa Cruz history!

Photos document our changing city, shots (from long ago or just last week)

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handled with care, scanned and returned

copyright, yet with your permission, your images will become part of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries’ Local History collection.

Let’s tell the world our unique story! Bring your photos or an album.

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T A S U VISIT

Learn how to be water wise in your landscaping.

Make every drop count!

Visit our booth

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Water Conservation Booth Harvest Building

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ed Beans & Rice blend original compositions and lesser-known classics into an up-tempo danceable gumbo of New Blues-inspired Party Music suitable for dancing or just listening & Tapping! (http://www.redbeans.com/) Food and Music for the Common Bank.

A Taste of Soquel has raised over

day of Food & Music for the Common Good! The Congregational Church of Soquel and the Capitola/Soquel Chamber of Commerce are co-sponsoring this event

the date and talk it up with your family and friends.

Live Music: There is something for everyone! Ralph emcee the live music by renowned local musicians. This year a Taste of Soquel is pleased to feature all bands, all new to our stage!: 11:15 am — 12:30 pm — 1:45 pm — Red Beans & Rice 3:05 pm —

tastes especially prepared for this event.

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SimpleSTEPS for Starting Your Business September 13, 2016 from 6:30pm-9:00pm PDT This workshop is a step-by-step guide to the process of starting a business in Santa Cruz County.

Experts will cover the critical items that will determine the success or failure of your business.

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Free Activities for Children ~ Courtesy Refreshments for all Advance Tickets Available: Congregational Church of Soquel, 4951 Soquel Drive,

Station and others.

Here’s how it works! Purchase a wristband for an entire day of Food & Music for the Common Good! Pack up the neighborhood and join the rest of your

Harvest Food Bank. See you there! Congregational Church of Soquel, 4951 Soquel Drive, Soquel

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Santa Cruz Greek Festival Celebrates 35 Years SANTA CRUZ — The Santa Cruz Greek Festival has been voted Best Street Festival in Santa Cruz County for many years and is one of the most eagerly anticipated community events.

Come and enjoy this showcase of authentic Greek food, pastries, spirits, live Greek music, folk dancing and more! The festival is located at 223 Church Street, between Church and Center Streets, downtown Santa Cruz. Visitors will

have a chance to taste many Greek dishes including specialties like:

with grape leaves; also available vegetarian style with rice only

lamb shank, roasted and served with orzo pasta amari, served with dipping sauce with minced garlic, feta and oregano

with powdered sugar

in freshly baked pita bread, topped with a garlicky tzatziki sauce

syrup and nuts

performing a variety of folk dances that have been handed down for hundreds of years.

Santa Cruz Greek Festival sauce and cheese plant, potatoes, zucchini, red peppers,

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Featuring a Frank Sinatra 100th Birthday Musical Tribute

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O’Neill Sea Odyssey Art Contest Winners O ’Neill Sea Odyssey (OSO) and its Board of Directors are proud to announce the winners of the 20152016 Ocean Steward Art Contest. Twin

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Positive Discipline Community Resources Programs for September SANTA CRUZ — Positive Discipline Community Resources, a local social change collaborative, is opening parents, teachers, and community members to learn how to create respectful and joyful relationships with children and youth.

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Grant to Upgrade Care for Seniors SANTA CRUZ COUNTY — Community Bridges received a grant award yesterday that will bring health, comfort and joy to seventy frail, low-income seniors each day.

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area of Santa Cruz, serves low-income, frail adults and elders throughout Santa Cruz in our area, with the goal of empowering local seniors to remain mobile, independent, and in their own homes, while allowing their families and caregivers the ability to hold paying jobs. By preventing emergency room visits, unnecessary hospitalization and premature nursing home placement, public thousands every year.

This grant comes two years after bursement rates alleviating the structural

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including yoga, woodworking, art therapy, and Music & MemorySM, a program to enable those struggling with Alzheimer’s, dementia and other cognitive and physical challenges to reconnect with the world through music-triggered memories.

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Board To Weigh Community Programs Strategy O ver the years, the County of Santa

funding for safety net services to

that have a proven track record of innovation and strong community commitment.

However, there are currently no mechanisms in place to measure the collective impact of the County’s investment. On August 16, the Board of Supervisors will consider a plan that renews the County’s commitment to data-driven, communitybased assistance by implementing a new with delivering these critical services. the community, the County is proposing to realign investments based on nine community strategic plans that have been

applicants will compete for three-year grants to provide evidenced-based approaches that align with these strategic plans to improve the lives of elderly residents and youth, lessness, increase substance use disorder and mental health treatment and more.

Should the plan be adopted, the County is committed to seeing our partners succeed in this new environment and applicants will be provided training and technical assistance to assure they can adequately compete for funding. The County will also receive an annual report card to the comthird-party

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The Board of Supervisors last year approved a plan to initiate the change. The County’s Human Services Department has since held numerous meetings both internally and with government and

visors for designing this new system for human services agencies,” said Mary Lou Way of Santa Cruz County. “We have some of the best helping agencies in the country right here in Santa Cruz County.

By thoughtfully aligning our investments in their services to our neediest residents we will help more people, more quickly, healthier, productive lives.

“Coordinating our investments in our

representatives and major outside grantmaking organizations. services to the most vulnerable people in our community,” Santa Cruz County said.

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Like many pre-internet youngsters, Joe was absorbed in the world of Comic Books. His collection and interest grew through his college years holding for him a scholarly fascination and curiosity about the development of the genre. Footloose and fancy free with a BA in Music at San

Jose State he began his career in entercomment at a dinner party that sparked the idea of opening a store with his Comic Book collection, which by that time Now’s the time to celebrate the anniversaries of both his comic book store, Atlantis Fantasyworld, and his entertainment career. Singing the National Anthem at Giants games and performances Joe’s talent. Also his fans follow him to two regular venues to hear his sultry voice: The Shadowbrook in Capitola, and Cats in Los Gatos and September 3 he’s headlining the 8th Annual Prostrate Awareness On Saturday, October 16 Joe is releasing his new CD “Life Songs & Life Stories” with a party and a one-man show well lived last 40 years of his life and that there’s more to come. grocery store into a haven for comic readers, artists and writers.

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Local Gov’t Responds to Veteran Homelessness

By Zach Friend, County Supervisor 2nd District

very Wednesday at the Santa Cruz County Veterans Memorial Hall, many veterans gather for a weekly shared meal, strengthening the bonds of service that bind them together.

But many also share another bond — about half are homeless. That so many of our honored vets are living on the street is not unique to Santa Cruz County; it’s a shameful shadow that stretches across be this way.

For all discussion about homelessness in Santa Cruz County, actual progress is being made when it comes about an initiative to end veteran homelessness in our County by the end of 2016. number of local veterans advocates have noted that ending veteran homelessness in fact, in 2014 there were nearly 400 homeless

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veterans on our streets. By late 2015 that number was cut in half. Real progress continues to be made but we aren’t there yet.

How have the reductions been made possible?

Through initiatives like the Mayors the leadership of the White House and amazing local veterans organizations the needle has begun to move.

Homeless persons may need a variety of things — job opportunities, food and clean clothes, mental health counseling — but one thing they all need is a roof. Once that most basic of needs is met, veterans One of the main tools in achieving this has been federal housing subsidies available through the Santa Cruz subsidies along with case workers who make regular visits to veterans in their homes, making sure they have access to

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sure that basic health and safety needs are being met, such as smoke detectors or that the front door has a lock.

fact, the County currently has about 300 lords willing to help no doubt the local housing crisis has both increased the number of homeless veterans but also decreased the number of available units and willing landlords.

Put simply, if more housing was

With his gift of conversation and ability to “Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate the Positive,” he soon built a loyal following. They followed Atlantis Fantasyworld to Tent City after the 1989 earthquake destroyed much of our town, and celebrated the marvelous rejuvenation at 1020 Cedar Street in Downtown Santa Cruz!

Atlantis Fantasyworld has received many awards over these four decades but according to Joe they belong to his staff, past and present and he recognizes them as the most important element of the store’s success. Atlantis a not only a destination for entertainment and fun, but Joe is a partner with the local Library Summer Reading Program!

His famous Atlantis dollars earned by young readers introduce them in to the joy of reading!

Spirit of Comics” Retailer ’s Award in 1996, this once-in-a-lifetime designation opened an international arena for Joe. The award goes to those retailers who have done an outstanding job of supporting the Comics medium in their community and within the industry

at large. Designed to acknowledge the contribution retailers make to the comic book industry by providing that crucial link between creator and reader, it’s highly respected.

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invited to serve as both facilitator for the judging process and presenter of this award two years after being the recipient. Joe returned from this year ’s ceremony inspired and ready for the Joe is releasing his new CD “Life Songs & Life Stories” with a party and one-man show Saturday, October 16 a fitting review of 40 years of life well lived, hinting that there’s more to come.

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Jr. Lifeguard program’s 50th anniversary, we will be having Jr. Lifeguard games for all ages and alumni of the program.

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Updates from City Hall

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Drive, and Monterey Avenue. The work will include reconstruction of the sidewalk curb ramps along the area, and widening the bike lane on Park Avenue between Coronado

Capitola Junior Guard Season Comes to a Close n Friday, August 12 another amazing and memorable summer of Capitola Junior Guards came to an end. The

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Capitola Recreation Department, started in 1980 with a small group of kids and was intended to introduce young people to safe marine and aquatic recreation opportunities.

The Junior Guards program provides instruction in the basic fundamentals of ocean water safety, the opportunity to build self-esteem and gain respect for themselves and others by improving their skills, and working together with other participants and instructors in a team-building environment.

From its humble beginnings, the program has now grown to over 500 enrollments in each of its two sessions.

from organizations such as the Capitola Public Safety and Community Services Foundation and The Jay Moriarity Foundation have made this a program that has allowed thousands of kids to become part of the Capitola Junior Guard family.

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while police calls for service remained constant over that same time period.

Other local governmental organizasources. The County of Santa Cruz and Central Fire District rely heavily on sitive to economic conditions and therefore recessions.

over 50% of all revenue. The City’s other inevitable future economic downturns Parking Revenue (8%). The City estimates

training is beach lifeguarding, CPR and First Aid. Participants of the skills and techniques utilized in professional lifesaving organizations.

Junior Guards Parents Club president, has said, “Guards is a place that you can do your best and know that you will be accepted and rewarded for your hard to be in the summer with an agenda and a goal in mind, whether that goal be to learn about the ocean and be with your friends or to compete in a fun, respectful way.”

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is attributable to non-City residents, led by auto sales and retail on 41st Avenue. volatile and follows changes in the economy. With a strong economy the City collects more weak economy the City collects less. For

Relying heavily on a volatile revenue source raises many challenges. The City is a service organization and the demands for City services do not decrease when the

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revenue, the City has increased its reserves lections have increased in recent years, the City has prioritized spending the increased rather than using those funds for ongoing programs. Nevertheless, the “cost of doing business” for the City has risen 21.5% since pension and insurance costs, and future decisions for the City.

McGregor Park Open for Fun arlier this month the City held a grand opening for the bike pump track at McGregor Multiuse Park. The City’s newest park on McGregor Drive now includes the Monte Family Skate Park, Ozzi’s Memorial Dog Park and the Family Cycling Center is open and well used from dawn to dusk every day. Bring your skateboard, bike, helmet, pads, and your dog and join in the on the fun.

schedule is yet to be established, but work should be starting mid to late September.

Jade Street Tennis Court Reconstruction. Construction bids for resurfacing the tennis courts at Jade Street Park will be received on August 31, 2016. The work is scheduled to begin in mid-October. All four courts will be closed during construction which is estimate to last 5 weeks.

We will keep you up to date on these and other projects in future articles and on the City of Capitola Website http://www. cityofcapitola.org Keep Your Pets Safe ver the last several years, coyote sightings have sharply increased in many parts of the City. The coyotes are entering the City primarily looking for food and water. The coyotes have been spotted drinking from water bowls left out for peo-

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received reports of a number of household pets, particularly cats, which appear to have been killed by coyotes during late night encounters. Please keep your pets, their food and water secured at night.

Capitola Candidates’ Forum he election is only two months away and two seats on the Capitola City

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Peter Wilk is running for City Treasurer.

The Chamber of Commerce is hosting p.m. at Capitola City Hall. The Forum is intended to help voters better understand each candidates’ position on issues and policies. The forum will also be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 8.

Community Events Our Summer Twilight Concert Series will be wrapping up soon with the last concert on Wednesday August 31st at 6 p.m., featuring Free Movies at the beach will be starting Friday night September 9 with Night at the Museum. Movies begin at bring blankets and low back chairs.

Innovative Waste-Free Flushing Cleans Pipes and Saves Water water pipes. Disinfectant can be added program for water agencies to ensure highquality water. The traditional method of

turbidity meters indicate when desired clarity levels are met.

How much did the NO-DES Unit Cost

remove the buildup in pipes that may cause discoloration or degrade water quality.

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release of metals and other solids when receiving the water from Santa Cruz.

What will customers experience when District customers may temporarily tomers see some cloudiness or rust color

clear before doing laundry, or running hot water.

As always, if you have any questions about this month’s topic or anything else to contact Melanie Schumacher at melanies@

of the purchase was funded by the Disdislodged. The resulting discolored water leaves the distribution system through

conservation program that requires new

street, and out to the sewer or storm drain systems. This method requires a lot of

demand by 200% through funding conservation projects in the District.

even resentment when everyone is “Doing Their Part” to save water and conserve due to the multi-year drought and our critically overdrafted groundwater basin.

This May, Soquel Creek Water District re-initiated its Flushing Program, which was suspended due to the water shortage condition in the Mid-County region, and began using a new machine called the

Christine Mead, our Operations and Main-

the pipes of the home by opening the front outside water spigot until the water runs

Children’s Movies

addition to saving the 6 million gallons,

properly with the traditional method.

San Jose Water Company, and the Cities of Hillsborough, Pasadena, and Fresno are a few of the water agencies in -

new innovative technology that will keep our pipes clean and save water:

Where is the District currently con-

By linking together two fire hydrants with a pump, an oversized fire hose and filtering system mounted atop a flatbed truck, the water is circulated at optimum velocities in a temporary loop. The water passes through filters which remove the sediment and particulates and is returned to the District’s

western portion of the distribution system step to prepare for receiving water from the City of Santa Cruz as part of the pilot water transfer project. This portion of the District will receive the greatest percentage the mains to minimize the potential for

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Some of our “Waste-Free Flushing” Crew: Mark Rosenthal, Andy Villegas, Eric Humble and K.C. Cole with the NO-DES system.

35. They’re hidden up a sleeve?

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43. Arctic jaeger 44. Dismal 46. Muffin Man’s Drury ____ 47. Unagi, pl.

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64. Parental involvement org.

66. Have dinner at home 68. Type of sweatshirt 69. H+, e.g.

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The Book Bag

By Robert Francis

Non-Fiction For Young Readers … when a family is traveling or when the grandchildren visit grandma and grandpa.

All You Need Is a Pencil:

The Totally Hilarious All About America Activity Book

a youngster busy for more than just a few

By Joe Rhatigan

educational and fun! ou’ll discover games, doodling activities, puzzles, and many more activities in this engaging book

Let’s Look In: Woods & Forests

A Spot & Learn, Stick & Play Book

By Andrea Pinnington

interest material that will not only keep your son or daughter busy but also teach him or her a lot about American history.

All that is needed is a simple pencil, plus some colored pencils, and your child will be ready to create a hat for

weighing between 12 and 15 pounds they were transferred to the Minnesota Zoo where they will spend their adult lives.

Besides having a close-up view of the wolf pups growing into young adults, this

or a face for the Statue of Liberty.

Along with the numerous hands on activities, the author supplies interesting

school library, this book will pique a child’s curiosity about not only wolves but also how rescued animals are cared for when separated from their mothers.

youngster will learn the role John Marshall played in starting the California gold rush

Michelangelo for Kids

The 21 activities sprinkled throughout soap, learning how to transfer a picture, creating geometrical patterns, making authentic garlic bread and creating different colors.

grade or higher would get the most from these activities.

Teachers and parents home schooling resource and learning tool. (Actually some of these activities would be fun to use with high school students or even adults too!)

The Lucky Litter

By Jennifer Keats Curtis Photos by John Gomes

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National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska during a major

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ake this spotter ’s guide with you when you venture into the woods with your child on an afternoon of discovery. The instructions on the first

the following pages offer information on where to find flora and fauna as you enjoy your

rescue sequencing, how young wolves

His Life and Ideas with 21 Activities

sonnets and madrigals, how a fresco is created, and what types of medicine were available during Michelangelo’s time.

Both adults and youngsters ten and valuable resource for teachers and parents introduce your child to a great artist and

By Simonetta Carr Princeton in 1869).

Given the book’s content, it would be most appropriate to use it with a youngster who has some knowledge of American

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e wore many hats- sculptor, painter, poet, architect and engineer- but perhaps Michelangelo will be most rememRenaissance man.

story unfolds from his childhood to his emergence as one of the premier prime

famous Pieta and David as well as how the frescos in the Sistine Chapel were created and served as an inspiration for artists all over the world.

The book’s chapters cover a range of topics from the artist’s love of Florence, his work for the pope, his relationship and the

book to start with.

The Clementine Rose Busy Day Book

By Jacqueline Harvey

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lementine Rose is a very busy little girl and she invites readers seven and older to join her as she designs a new wardrobe, plans for a holiday

ready for school.

This activity book with 96 pages of crossword puzzles, drawing projects, and quizzes will not only keep a child amused and busy but also teach her about the world in which she lives. challenges the child to match famous landmarks with the countries where they are located and a page that lists the characterThere are also simple recipes for making chocolate chip cookies, chocolate mousse and a fruit salad. Also included in the book are stickers of Clementine and lots of pages that can be colored.

Activity books like this come in handy

There are color illustrations and a checklist you can mark as you find various specimens. Thirty stickers will also come in handy to create your own woodland environment in the two-page spread included at the back of the book.

Not only will this book teach your child a little bit about nature but, it will also certainly heighten his or her powers of observation as you spend a day out in the woods.

Also, using the format here you can design your own spotter’s guide focusing on more of the native plants, animals and

can be found locally.

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Live Oak School District Excited to Welcome Students to the New School Year!

By Tamra Taylor, Superintendent Live Oak School District

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e are a community-oriented school district as evidenced by a large number of parents who show up annually to give the District

school, be it a writing assignment, collaborative presentation, or math assignment through the District’s new online math and engaging program that builds student

The plan, a blueprint for how we plan to actualize our hopes and dreams for the children, covers a wide breadth of aspiration. We have many reasons to be proud of

student well-being and academic success

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dents, not only in academic areas but also the skills they need to know for future success. Therefore, this year we added an instructional coach who will support technology use in the District by both students and teachers. This coach will also facilitate a “Technology Cadre” which will draw teachers from each site to serve as pilot teachers and support providers to their colleagues. The other coaches will continue their focus on math and reading/writing.

21st Century Skills engineering, art, and math) work is ahead at Shoreline Middle School this year! A one-to-one Chromebook initiative will be piloted across the 8th grade. This initiative will facilitate students’ ability to seamlessly continue their work outside of

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created nor carried out in a vacuum

reports to teachers so they can tailor their support.

Finally, we are proud to have received a grant from the Toshiba America Foundation to purchase a second 3D printer for use by the Math Department as well as

highlight a few key areas we are

Technology Coaching

the success of last year’s Family Learning Nights, we will be holding two Nights this year--one in the fall and one in the winter.

Thanks to a Supportive Community

students to utilize their mathematical reasoning through a 3D modeling software program that results in the creation of a physical object. This process requires the 4C’s that underlie 21st Century Skills: creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and communication.

Counseling & Professional Development tudents’ physical and emotional wellness is of high priority to us in Live Oak School District. To address this, we

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so that every school has a designated person to support students’ social and emotional needs. These counselors also lead anti-bullying lessons and run the con-

the engaged groups of teachers, parents, community members and administrators who gave input into this year’s plan as well as those who will be implementing it with our students. And we continue to be grateful for the community’s renewal of our

donations, precinct walking, phone banks, and working at farmer’s market programming such as art, music, life lab, and after school services will be secure for another 12 years. The high percentage of voters approving the parcel renewal is a victory for our students.

Thank you again to all School Clubs, labor groups, and community members who contributed through campaign

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development is being provided throughout Network so that all personnel are equipped with the skills to make every student feel safe at school. A parent informational night will be held on this topic on September 22. Finally, our highly regarded fresh prep nutrition program has been so successful breakfast and lunch to our preschool program and a supper program for the students attending the new Boys and Girls Club in Live Oak. Family Learning Night e believe parent engagement in their child’s learning is critically important to the success of the child. Last

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Community Calendar Announcements

Nar-Anon Santa CruzGreater Bay Area (GBA) of Northern California

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hat is co-dependency?

What is enabling? What

one who feels this way?

Join Nar-Anon, world wide fellowship of relatives and friends of addicts who have been affected by someone else’s addiction. Two meetings are now being offered in our Santa Cruz GBA on Sundays and Tuesdays.

For meeting locations, please call our helpline at

First Mondays in Watsonville Second Tuesdays in Capitola Third Wednesdays in Watsonville Third Thursdays Third Fridays in Aptos Mondays

Caregiver Support Group -

atz Cancer Center, PAMF and Hospice of Santa Cruz County invite you to attend a Caregiver Support Group for those caring for someone with a serious illness.

When a loved one is seriously Visit our Northern California website for meeting listings in our ill, it can be a challenge for the support group, we will share stories, learn tools for coping and receive support from people who care.

Ongoing Events

CASA Orientations to Become Advocates for Children Second Mondays ASA empowers volunteers Invisible/Alienated to directly influence Grandparents Support Group life-changing decisions affecting

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children in foster care. Court ed by Dr. Pat Hanson author appointed special advocates are everyday people that, with just Leave a Legacy of Love Whether a few hours a week can have a lifetime of impact for a child who be a safe structured environment has been abused or neglected. for sharing stories if you so choose, and learning healthy ways to deal with separation from anyone. Co-sponsored

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by Alienated Grandparents Anonymous www.AGA-FL. org a national organization that provide information and support to grandparents who feel alienated or estranged to their grandchildren.

Questions: pat@invisiblegrand

can have a lifetime of impact for a child who has been abused or neglected. in the next Advocate training

Thursdays in August Wednesdays

Aptos Noon Toastmasters Tuesdays

Business Debtors Anonymous

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116 Beach Drive ome join a dynamic, supportive group of people

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beginners to more advanced.

We’re here to help you discover

6 pm, 65 Nielson Street #121

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ASA volunteer Advocates receive 35 hours of specialized training. Court appointed special advocates are everyday people that, with just a few hours a week

Bargetto Winery’s Thursday Night Music Series

Wings Over Watonville

8am to 6pm, Watsonville

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ead down to the Watsonville airport on Saturday for the

Santa Cruz Sons in Retirement Monthly Meeting

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his statewide group of retired men invites you to be our guest

Wednesday Sept. 14 thru Sunday Sept. 18

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thru Sun. Sept. 11

First Baptist Church Bible Study Santa Cruz Greek Fair

Second Wednesdays

and food, featuring more than 150 fine artists and 23 Santa Cruz Mountain wineries; all on display in the Capitola Village.

Santa Cruz County Fair

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7565 Sunset Way, Aptos irst Baptist Church of Aptos welcomes you to join their bible study and worship every Sunday.

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Overeaters Anonymous

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vereaters Anonymous is a Free, Friendly 12-Step group for those who have a problem with food. current times and locations of other meetings, or call our Hotline

Dated Events Friday Sept. 2 thru Monday, Sept. 5 Capitola Begonia Festival

Capitola By The Sea ow in its 64th year, the Festival activities include

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and, of course, the Nautical Parade at 1 p.m. on Sunday, September 4.

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Saturday September 3

zone and more! Family-friendly N Main St, Soquel dmission is Free, Light food is movie to be shown in a giant hangar Grounds, Watsonville ows, Plows, and Oh Wows!” on Friday night. Free admission! available for purchase. is the theme of the 2016 County Fair. Head out to the Fairgrounds and check out the Friday Sept. 9

Sundays

recovering from debting on one’s business.

Orientations to Become Advocates for Children

lunch and learn something new from a top notch guest speaker.

Saturday Sept. 10 Sunday Sept. 11 34th Annual Capitola Art & Wine Festival

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he Art & Wine Festival combines art, wine, music

displays, rides, entertainment and, of course, fair food. Catch James Durbin on the 15th and Great White on the 16th.

Friday September 23 thru Sun. September 25 Monterey Bay Birding Festival Watsonville

Announcements Friendship Put to Music!

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lasses every thursday night

p.m. at the New Hall, La Selva

Ave. For more information call Sue

Volunteers Needed for the Monterey Symphony

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music and want to be involved, please call (831) 646-8511 or visit www.montereysymphony.org for more information.

Ongoing Events

Arts and Entertainment

including books and photographs, vintage jewelry, clothing, glass and ceramic collectibles, vintage he First Friday Art Tour hawaiian kitsch, turquoise, original artwork, and a whole lot of Contemporary Arts event, of whatnot! managed in conjunction with the participating art venues. The For more info, please contact us at t’s fun and easy to do!

Friendship put to music; family event takes place year-round friendly. Class takes place every and illuminates some of the most talented local artists from local Thursday Night at our new Third Sunday of Every Month galleries. home in La Selva Beach! (Take To find out where to participate Science Sunday Mar Monte off of Hwy 1, turns in a First Friday art tour, visit into Playa Blvd., turn right on

Thursdays

Lucky Steppers Modern Square Dance

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Full snack bar available. First Tuesday of each month is special Join us!

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eymour Marine Discovery For more information, contact Sue galleries are open 12-9 pm for Center presents a public lecture from a marine scientist the third Sunday of every month.

Second Saturdays Each Month Topics are presented in an enter2nd Saturday on the Farm taining and easy-to-understand format, with up-to-date photos, video, and discussion.

Monthly Argentine Tango at Star Science Sunday does not meet Fairgrounds

his is a night for true “Social Tango.� Order a wonderful Second Monday each month meal from the Star Bene Stitchers By The Sea Meetings Argentine Menu, (or their well known italian menu), and enjoy the ambiance of Argentina and join us in a social tango dance titchers-by-the-Sea, the to music from the Golden Age - of Tango. derers’ Guild of America, Private instruction and classes by holds regular meetings open to the public each month. No admission fees.

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Your September Horoscope

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new theme to highlight historical agriculture with games, activities, Music at Skypark and demonstrations that relate. oin us July, August and We often have guest appearances September for for our Summer from farm animals like llamas, Concert Series. draft horses, sheep, goats,

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is the best one to take at the end of the month. And yes, details matter.

Santa Cruz Follies

it back and enjoy as a talented group of seniors star in this annual

will tell, but the initial reviews are very, very good. The end of the month features perfect days to hang in the background, because certain personality types get on your nerves more than others. Why put yourself through more than you have to?!

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aw food pet diets are increasing in popularity, but feeding raw food to our companion animals has inherent risks. owner should know before deciding to make the switch to a raw diet.

What is a Raw Food Diet? cantly from what one thinks of the standard, processed pet food diet. A raw food diet is not cooked.

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(whole or ground), organ meat (such as liver or kidney), raw eggs, vegetables, fruit, and some dairy (often yogurt). Many owners follow online recipes to create a home prepared raw diet. There are also commercially processed raw diets that can be purchased at a pet store; these are often frozen or freeze dried. Combination diets are also available which contain a blend of grains, vegetables and vitamins; these require an owner to simply add the raw meat.

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upporters of raw food diets often report the following changes in their pets: shinier coats, healthier skin, cleaner teeth, increased energy, smaller stool volume. Raw food diets appear to be very palatable to pets as well. attributed to the higher fat content of raw diets.

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contaminated commercial pet food that was responsible for multiple pet deaths. Many owners feel that home-prepared raw diets give them more control over what their pets are eating.

But it is important to note that raw diets have not been thoroughly researched by the veterinary community. Carefully crafted studies need to be performed before raw diets can be fully and fairly evaluated.

Why Are Raw Diets Not Endorsed by the FDA or the AVMA? he FDA and AVMA do not endorse raw diets due to potential threats to both pet and owner health. Raw meat can contain bacteria and/or

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other parasites that can be harmful to animals and humans coli, and Listeria bacteria have all been found in raw diets.

Pets can become sick from the bacterial or parasitic contamination, or they can become carriers for these infectious agents and then routinely shed them in their feces. This can put the whole public at risk, especially any i m m u n o - c o m p ro is interesting to note that due to these risks, as of 2010 the Delta Society’s Pet Partners Program no longer allows animals eating raw meat-based diets to participate in their therapy animal programs.

Another issue is that due to their diets can contain nutritional imbalances that can harm pets if fed long term. Many raw pet food diets are low in calcium and phosphorus. The lack of these essential nutrients can lead to brittle bones, bone fractures, and dental particularly high in liver meat, this can lead to increased Finally, the presence of whole bones in many raw food diets can lead to choking risks, broken teeth, internal intestinal punctures or obstruction.

What About Treats? t is important to note that even if a pet is fed a cooked commercial diet, other components of a pet’s diet, such as pig ears, raw hides, or bully sticks, may not be fully cooked. Dogs that consume these treats are at risk of bacterial contamination, broken teeth, choking, intestinal punctures, and obstruction.

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icky happy to get out and romp with you and other dogs, as well as cuddle in your lap. He’s adjusted well to shelter life, enjoying the company of other dogs, volunteers and staff, but it’s not like having your own home and family.

Ricky has lived with kids and dogs and would probably do well in indoors and includes him as part of the family. He is a quick study and some basic family manners training will get him off on the right foot.

To adopt your new friend, come to Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter

Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter has two full-service, open-admission shelters: Santa Cruz Location

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