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SANTA CRUZ — The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is challenging local businesses to Bowl for Kids Sake and help support at-risk kids in our community. Bowling teams are invited to participate in Big Brothers Big Sisters of Santa Cruz County’s biggest fundraiser of the year at the Boardwalk Bowl, April 29 and 30.
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Country Garden Tour in Aromas by Joyce Oroz Santa Cruz County Bank Earns Seventh-Straight Super Premier Rating Input Sought For County Parks Strategic Plan Mariner’s Amazing Migration Story by Loree L. McCawley Santa Cruz Police Chief’s DAdvisory Committee Returns International Migratory Bird Day
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‘The Places We Will Go!’ Delta High School Fund Raiser Takes Place May 18 By Mary Altier
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he Delta High School at Cabrillo College invites the public to attend their second annual fundraiser on Thursday, May 18, 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. at Cabrillo College’s lovely Sesnon House, 6500 Soquel Drive, Aptos. The event, titled “The Places We Will Go!�
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Karl Rice, president of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk will lead a Boardwalk team, called Karl’s Ringers. Rice is also competing in a special challenge with local restaurateur Zach Davis of Glass Jar. Rice and Davis have each set a team fundraising goal of $2,500, but they are also upping the ante with a little side action. The team with the lower bowling score will donate an additional $500 to Big Brothers Big Sisters, and the team that raises less money will also donate $500 to Big Brothers Big Sisters. More than 120 teams are expected to participate. Teams collect sponsorships from family, friends, and co-workers to help raise critical funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Santa Cruz County. Teams have a wide range of bowling experience, but all aim
and Delta’s program, “Exploring Life’s Options.� Attendees will sip wine and Martinelli’s cider while enjoying appetizers created by Jodi Lombardo, chef/owner of Fresh Prep Kitchens. “Delta High� page 9
to improve the lives of children in Santa Cruz County. All money raised by the event helps support Big Brothers Big Sisters’ professionally managed mentoring services for children in Santa Cruz County. The event is Big Brothers Big Sisters of Santa Cruz County’s largest annual fundraiser, last year’s event raised more than $110,000. The Boardwalk has donated the use of the Boardwalk Bowl facility at 115 for Kids Sake every year for the past 34 years. “The Boardwalk Bowl is extremely proud to be a major sponsor of Bowl for Kids’ Sake,� said Boardwalk president Karl Rice. “We encourage other businesses to sign up to participate in this fun event.� Individuals raising $125 or more receive an event T-shirt; individuals that
raise over $200 receive an event sweatshirt; Grab Bag prizes. Additionally, a Grand Prize of two nights in a two-bedroom villa at Seascape and dinner at Sanderlings will be awarded to the top fundraiser. Since 1982 Big Brothers and Big Sisters has served over 6,500 at risk youth, by matching them to screened and trained adult volunteers who provide guidance, emotional support and appropriate role modeling. Currently, they have over 75 kids on a waiting list for a caring mentor. To register a team for Bowl for Kids’ Sake or to donate to a bowler visit www.santacruzmentor.org, email bowl@santacruzmentor.org, or call 831-464-8691.
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giant Froggy head? A lamprey team? A dog in a tutu? Or maybe just a fish painted on a stick? It’s up to you. Imagination is the key for this year ’s Ebb & Flow River Arts Celebration. Ebb & Flow is a movement, a parade, a sculpture, and a celebration. Families, artists, environmentalists, outdoor enthusiasts and Santa Cruz festival goers will come together for a two-day celebration of the San Lorenzo River, the Tannery Arts Center, and our wonderful creative community on Friday evening, June 2 and all day Saturday, June 3. June 2nd, First Friday, begins on Cooper Street next to the Museum of Art and History (MAH) where families and community members will see dance and music performances, enjoy food at the newly opened Abbot Square, and make artworks for the next day’s parade.
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Leo’s Haven Receives $10,000 Grant From PAMF SANTA CRUZ — The Palo Alto Medical Foundation (PAMF) has awarded Shane’s Inspiration a $10,000 grant towards the construction of LEO’s Haven, Santa for children of all abilities. “We are very thankful to the Palo Alto grant towards the construction of the playground, and we are excited they are part of the growing team of community support for LEO’s Haven,� said Tricia Potts, founder of the local Santa Cruz Playground Project, an all-volunteer group and one of the driving forces behind the $1.9 million capital campaign. Health network dedicated to enhancing the health of people in the c o mm un i t i e s it serves. In addition to providing top-quality medical care, PAMF supports a wide range of activities and partnerships designed to keep people healthy at home, at school and in the environment. “All children need a safe place to play in their own community and we are happy to support building a unique play environment for children with disabilities,� said Larry deGhetaldi, M.D., president of PAMF Santa Cruz. “Recreation is a great children and families.� partnering globally with communities to design and develop award-winning inclusive playgrounds and social inclusion programming. LEO’s Haven will be built at Chanticleer Park in the Live Oak neighborhood of Santa Cruz, and is the result of a public-private collaboration between the County of Santa Cruz, Shane’s Inspiration, the Santa Cruz
Playground Project, the Chanticleer Park Neighbors Association, and many other community individuals, businesses, and organizations. For more information about this inclusive playground for children of all abilities and how to donate to this project, please visit santacruzplaygroundproject.org The Palo Alto Medical Foundation is part of the Sutter Health network of physicians and 6,100 employees serve
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SC Music Fest Scores Another Stellar Lineup T his year’s Santa Cruz American Music Festival is bringing in some of the biggest names in rock, blues, folk and funk and showcasing some adventurous new directions. Saturday headliner Mellissa Etheridge is a household name among rock fans who has won Grammys and had top 10 hits, including “Come to My Window,” “I’m the Only One” and “Bring Me Some Water.” But her appearance here will be like none other she’s done. She’s bringing in some genre-defying tribute to the golden era of Stax records, the label that gave us Otis Redding and Booker T & the MGs.
That’s the real beauty of this festival, according to fans and critics who have voted it best in the area. This isn’t a place to hear the kind of greatest hits sets you get at the county fair. It’s where artists come to show they are still artists. Take Steven Stills (Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young), a rock star since the 1960s who is appearing Saturday with a band called the Rides, including bluesman Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Barry Goldberg from the great early rock band, the Electric Flag. These stars are still taking chances with what Stills said is “the blues band of my dreams.”
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Sunday’s top slot goes to The Devil Makes Three, a rootsy trio that started in Santa Cruz and has built a national following with a devilish mix of punk ethos with traditional instruments and tunes. No one sits through their shows. They are followed by Mavis Staples, who follows in the Ray Charles tradition of making everything soulful and having a rich history with her band, the Staples Singers. Future stars include JJ Grey and Mofro, who like Trombone Shorty before them have played Aptos several times and are playing bigger festivals and wowing audiences with their smoky funk and soul. The Record Company is a power trio that in one listen will convince you that they are bound for glory. Think of the first time you heard ZZ Top. Festival founders Michael Blas and Phil Lewis, who have been doing this for 24 years, have a knack for picking big stars before they hit it really big. Roots rockers the Brothers Comatose, Barns Courtney, the Wood Brothers, and Baskery fall into that category. You are guaranteed to be hearing the next big thing in the most intimate setting anywhere, Aptos Village Park, with no bad seats, great food and beverages and stellar sound and atmosphere.
American Music Festival Memorial Day Weekend Gates open by 10 a.m. at Aptos Village Park, 100 Aptos Creek Road, Aptos. Shows begin at 11 a.m. and end at approximately 7 p.m. No in/out privilege after 3 p.m. Single-Day (Sat or Sun) Costs General Admission Seating: Adults $65 under 6 free. General Admission lawn
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2017 Congressional Art Competition WASHINGTON — Congressman Jimmy Panetta (D-Calif.) announced a district-wide Congressional Art Competition for high school students. High schools throughout California’s 20th Congressional District are invited to participate by student artwork. Exceptions will be made for schools that have 7th through 12th grades on one campus. All submissions are due by May 1, 2017.
The winning entry will be proudly displayed in the corridors of our nation’s Capitol in Washington, DC. The winner and a family member will also be invited to attend a special ceremony with other young artists from around the country in Washington, DC at the end of June. The Congressional Art Competition encourages and recognizes the rich artistic talents of young Americans. Students are allowed to submit various styles and types of art, ranging from paintings and drawings to photography and mixed media pieces. The winners will be determined using criteria based on originality, skill of execution, excellence in use of materials and conceptual strength of the project. For further questions and full details, please visit https://panetta.house.gov/
They will get to hear comments from Delta students and keynote speaker, former Philadelphia Eagles football player and current Associate Vice President for Boys and Girls Clubs of Monterey, Ron Johnson, a passionate advocate for helping youth with their personal development. Excellent silent auction items will be available for
“Ebb & Flow” from page 5 The parade ends at the Tannery Arts Center for the River Arts Celebration: dance and music performances from troupes throughout Santa Cruz County, art making for kids of all ages, extraordinary Bay Area performers, food trucks, and the unveiling of a new permanent public art installation created by “Team Downstream”, a collaborative project created by dozens of Tannery artists, led by artist Kathleen Crocetti. Join the movement now by making kinetic art for the June 3 parade. Ideas for “Kinetic Sculptures” run the gamut—from hand-held sticks to giant peddle-powered Be sure to read the guidelines for entry and registration form at
Highway 129 Curve Realignment ive-days of full closure for Highway 129 Curve Realignment Project near Aromas starts Sunday, April 30. The major curve realignment project near Aromas will continue on a 1/2-mile
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He doesn’t get brutally bullied and is happy to contribute to the school community. We are both honored to be a part of Delta Charter High School and happy that Delta students consider it one big family. “ Dr. Angela Meeker, the school’s principal, welcomes the community to attend this event and learn more about the school from her amazing students while contrib-
they need to graduate high school, go on to higher education and positively contribute to society. In a recent survey, well over 3/4 of the students stated, “Delta is preparing me well for college and for my future career choice.” Cathy Schlumbrecht, Delta Board member, grandmother of a junior, founder
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w w w. a r t s c o u n c i l s c . o r g / e b b - f l o w / kinetic-art-parade. “We invite friends, neighbors, schoolmates, and colleagues to come together to make something fun, wacky, creative – or all of the above!” says Michelle Williams, executive director of Arts Council Santa Cruz County, the organization leading this collaborative arts movement. A few memorable entries from Ebb &
back. Need inspiration? The Arts Council’s Ebb & Flow web page, artscouncilsc.org/
“Ebb & Flow has helped change the conversation about our river,” says Laurie Egan of the Coastal Watershed Council. “It’s been transformational in connecting artists, river enthusiasts, and community members in conserving and enjoying this beautiful natural corridor that runs through our city. And, it’s fantastically fun!” Ebb & Flow Art Project partners include the City of Santa Cruz, the Coastal Watershed Council, City of Santa Cruz Arts Commission, City of Santa Cruz Economic Development Department, Tannery Arts Center, First Friday, the Downtown Association, the Museum of Art and History, The Museum of Natural History, Tannery World Dance & Cultural Center, and numerous public agencies. Register for the Kinetic Art Parade today!
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section of eastbound and westbound Hwy 129 near the Santa Cruz/San Benito County Sunday, April 30 at 9 pm until Friday May 5 at 11 pm. Electronic message boards will be activated this week, alerting motorists of this work. Motorists are advised to take an alternate route or use detour map shown below. This project will improve traveler safety by realigning the highway to increase the curve radius and sight distance at this location. Roadwork is scheduled to be completed in June, 2017. The contractor for this $4.5 million project is Graniterock Company of Watsonville, CA. “Briefs” page 10
and co-chair of the annual Delta fundraiser says, “My grandson Cody loves Delta. Since he began there, he has become more
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fundraiser is free of charge, but donations will be gratefully accepted. Delta, chartered by Santa Cruz City Schools, was founded in 1984 by community business leaders concerned about rising drop out rates. The charter school dents, including the opportunity to attend Cabrillo College classes concurrently while attending the high school. Delta’s goals are to serve students who have not experienced success by giving them the tools
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF VACANCY, SANTA CRUZ COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT, as of March 22, 2017, A VACANCY EXISTS ON THE SANTA CRUZ COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION. The vacancy is that seat representing the constituency in County Board of Education Trustee Area 4, which encompasses portions of the geographic areas of Capitola, Soquel, Twin Lakes State Beach and Pleasure Point, all within Santa Cruz County. For specific information as to Area 4 boundaries, contact the Elections Department, Santa Cruz County Government Center, 701 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, phone number 454-2060. THE QUALIFICATIONS FOR HOLDING OFFICE are as follows: a nominee for a vacancy on the County Board of Education shall be a registered voter in the trustee area in which the vacancy exists. Any registered voter of the trustee area in which the vacancy exists is eligible to fill such vacancy except the County Superintendent of Schools, any employee of the County Superintendent of Schools, or any employee of a school or community college district in the County. THE NOMINATION PROCEDURE is as follows: Nominations shall be made in writing and may be made by (1) local school district boards serving all or part of the trustee area in which the vacancy exists; (2) any member of the County Board of Education; (3) the County Superintendent of Schools; and (4) any registered voter of the trustee area including the proposed nominee himself/herself. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE is as follows: Each nominee shall submit a letter of interest (not to exceed two hundred words) and a resume. At a regular or special meeting called with the purpose of selecting a member of the Board on its agenda, the Board shall review the letters of interest and resumes of all applicants and eligible nominees. Interviews of prospective candidates and the selection of a person to fill the vacancy shall be in open session. Selection shall be by an affirmative action roll call vote of a majority of the remaining members of the Board. In the event that no candidate receives the vote of a majority of the remaining members of the Board, the Board may interview other nominees or establish a period during which additional nominations may be received. Each new nominee shall be screened pursuant to the procedure given above. THE TIMELINE FOR THE APPOINTMENT PROCESS is as follows: MAR 22, 2017 Vacancy Occurs MAY 5, 2017 Letters of Interest (not to exceed 200 words) and resumes must be postmarked and mailed or personally delivered no later than midnight on the 5th of May 2017 to:
MAY 12, 2017
MAY 18, 2017
Michael Watkins SC County Office of Education 400 Encinal St. Santa Cruz, CA 95060
The County Office of Education will contact the Elections Dept. of Santa Cruz County no later than the 12th of May 2017 to verify eligibility of candidates. The County Board of Education will meet in a special session to interview nominees and to select the successful candidate who will assume office effective June 15, 2017
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT JIM GUSS (831) 466-5900
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of the season features one of Verdi’s supreme masterpieces, the Messa da Requiem, featuring Michelle Bradley, soprano, Jennifer Johnson Cano, mezzosoprano, Stuart Neill, tenor, PeiXin Chen, bass, and the wonderful Cabrillo Symphonic Chorus under the direction of Cheryl Anderson. Giuseppe Verdi, Composer orn October 10, 1813, Roncole, near Busseto, duchy of Parma [Italy] — died January 27, 1901, Milan, Italy. Leading Italian composer of opera in the 19th century, noted for operas such as Rigoletto (1851), Il
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trovatore (1853), La traviata (1853), Don Carlos (1867), Aida (1871), Otello (1887), Mass (1874). Michelle Bradley, Soprano native of Houston, Texas, Soprano Michelle Bradley is in her second year of the Metropolitan Opera’s Lindemann Young Artist Development Program. She was the 2014 grand prize winner of The Michelle Bradley Music Academy of the West’s Marilyn Horne Song Compe-
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“Briefs” from page 9 Roast of Supervisor Zach Friend Proceeds raised will go to build LEO’s Haven apitola-Aptos Rotary Club cordially invites you to a dinner and roast of Supervisor Zach Friend. The event will be held at Seascape Golf Club on Friday, May 5th at 5:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. All proceeds raised will go to
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inclusive playground for children of all Hart, Deputy Police Chief Rick Martinez, Supervisor Bruce McPherson and other special guests. 10 / May 2017 / Capitola Soquel Times
tition and completed a nationwide recital tour in May 2015. Ms. Bradley recently performed in Carnegie Hall’s Neighborhood Recital Series in honor of Marilyn Horne, and is the 2016 recipient of the Hildegard Behrens Foundation Award. She received her Masters of Music in Vocal Performance from Bowling Green State University. Jennifer Johnson Cano, Mezzo Soprano ennifer Johnson Cano is known to have an ear for pieces that focus on the emotion and drama of the character. She utilizes her own dramatic intelligence and artistry to tell an imaginative and captivating story unlike any other. Ms. Cano has given over 100 perJennifer Johnson Cano formances at The Metropolitan Opera, with recent roles including Bersi, Emilia, Hansel, Meg Page, Mercedes, Nicklausse, Wellgunde and Waltraute. Critic Reviews: “Endowed with an attention-grabbing dark mezzo, its depths
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thrive in the role of a storyteller...” - New York Times “Cano has a voluminous voice with remarkable agility in her higher range and a molten contralto quality lower down, gliding between these registers with seeming ease. “ - Washington Post Stuart A. Neill, Tenor hrough his successful performances
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RSVP and purchase tickets by calling Al De Camara at 831-688-0500 Ext. 27 or email al@decamaramanagement.com $150 per plate of which $100 is tax-deductible. Further sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact Kendra Cleary at 831-708-2395 kendrakcleary@gmail. com for more details if you are interested in being a business Zach Friend sponsor of this event. More information can be found about LEO’s Haven at www.santacruzplaygroundproject.org
concert halls with leading conductors and orchestras, Stuart A. Neill has established himself as one of the most important tenors in the classical singing world. Mr. Neill has appeared at The MetroStuart A. Neill politan Opera, Teatro alla Scala, Teatro La Fenice, Vienna Staatsoper, The Royal Opera Covent Garden, Teatro Colón, Alte Oper Frankfurt, Opera Company of Philadelphia, Dallas Opera, Lyric Opera of Chicago, The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, New York Philharmonic, Israel Philharmonic, Los Angeles Philharmonic, San Francisco Symphony, Boston Symphony Orchestra and Dresden’s Staatskapelle. Peixin Chen, Bass recent graduate of the Houston Grand Opera Studio, and a student of Dr. Stephen King, Peixin Chen is recognized for his majestically resonant bass voice and for a keen dramatic instinct that he brings
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to a wide range of roles on the international opera stage. His repertoire spans from the comic parts of Donizetti, Mozart, and Rossini to the strong and serious of Puccini, Verdi, and Wagner. Peixin Chen In the current season Peixin Chen joins the Metropolitan Opera for productions of Aida and Salome and returns to his artistic home, Houston Grand Opera, to sing concert performances of the Verdi Requiem conducted by Music Director Patrick Summers.
Messa da RequieM features Michelle Bradley, soprano, Jennifer Johnson Cano, mezzo-soprano, Stuart Neill, tenor, PeiXin Chen, bass, and the wonderful Cabrillo Symphonic Chorus under the direction of Cheryl Anderson.
the upper lot at Harbor High School, 300 La Fonda Ave SC 95062. For every truck cause. Please donate clothes, household goods, small appliances, electronics, TV’s, books, bedding, etc. Sorry we cannot accept furniture. All donations are tax deductible. Your donations will help us provide scholarships for a safe and sober graduation party for the class of 2017. Thank you for your support! Contact kferraro@ ucsc.edu for questions.
Country Garden Tour in Aromas
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he 2017 Aromas Country Garden Tour is happening Saturday, May 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. What could be more beautiful than ten lovely gardens nestled in the green hills of Aromas? This year seven private gardens will be open to the public and three commercial gardens will display their work and answer gardening questions. Pay for your map-booklet at the Aromas Grange, corner of Rose Ave. and Bardue Ave. The booklet
previews each garden with words and a picture to help you decide where you want to go. My advice is to go early, as the gardens close at four o’clock sharp. While you’re at the grange, be sure to check out the 4-H plant sale and box lunches. Because of this year’s generous rainfall, the chosen gardens foliage. Be prepared for surprises such as chickens, pigs, sculptures and artists.
Yes, you will see “Aromas Hills Artisans” along the paths, displaying their artwork. Oil paintings, 3-D montage greeting cards, stained glass creations and books written by local authors are just a few of the treasures waiting to be discovered. The artists are always happy to answer your questions about materials and methods, and show you their newest works of art. You might even purchase a wonderful Mother’s Day gift. Or make the tour your gift to Mom. If you have never been to Aromas, you’re in for a treat. The quaint little town sits at the corners of three counties, Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito. Coming from the north (Watsonville) or south (Highway 101), just take highway 129 and turn at the Rogee exit, then straight ahead, across the tracks into town and right on Rose Avenue. I look forward to seeing you in Garden number 6.
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Camp Is For Everyone T 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 child
Resident Camp — variety of programs for children starting at age seven. Resident camp options include coed, single sex and specialty camps that focus on a particular program. Resident dations 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 than a million special needs
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. “Everyone” page 14
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June 12-July 7 @ Aptos Village Park for ages 6-12. Art Studio is held from 9AM-12PM, Science Exploration from 1-5 PM; supervised lunchtime provided for kids enrolled in both programs. For more information about these two camps, as well as Polymer Clay-Apalooza held July 31Aug. 4, please visit www.scparks.com.
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A RT & S CIENCE D AY C AMP July 17-28 at Aptos Park for ages 6-12. Hands-on art & science instruction every day, plus out-ofcounty field trip, games, sports, cooking, music, and an open-house! Staff-to-child ratio is 1:8. For more information or to register, please call 454-7941.
LA SELVA BEACH DAY CAMP June 12-Aug.11 from 7:30 AM-6 PM at the La Selva Beach Clubhouse, for ages 6-12. A fun-filled summer of games, arts & crafts, sports, cooking, field trips, special events, and more! Several registration options are available to fit your summer schedule. For more info. or to register, please call 454-7941.
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Monterey Bay Horsemanship & Therapeutic Center 783 San Andreas Road, La Selva Beach, CA 95076 Phone: 831-761-1142 Mail: P.O. Box 742, Soquel, CA 95073 e-mail: info@gombhtc.org web: www.gombhtc.org residential camps. Kids will spend hours each day riding and learning about horses. ride; along with crafts, archery and swimming. Residential campers enjoy evening Visit www.gombhtc.org/camps for dates and more.
Santa Cruz County Parks and Recreation 979 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 Phone: 831-454-7901 web: www.scparks.com Santa Cruz County Parks has something for everyone this summer: Renaissance Art & Science Camp, Science Explorations, and Art Studio 95003 for ages 6-12 at Aptos Village Park; Nature Adventure & Science Sleuths Day Camps for ages 6-11 at Quail Hollow Ranch; a variety of Baseball Camps at Polo Grounds Park; La Selva Beach Summer Recreation for ages 6-12; Swim Lessons at the Simpkins Swim Center; Zombie Camp at Aptos Park for ages 11-14, and more! For more information or to register, visit www.scparks.com.
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Teen Summer Camps By Jason Montag
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hen choosing the type of summer camps to send your children to be sure that you pay close attention to the age of the child. If they are young make sure to send them to a summer camp that is age appropriate. There is no more important age to pay attention to this than when the child is a teenager.
There are summer camps that are speThe teen summer camps are set up differently than the other types of summer camps. Why you may ask? Well teen summer camps focus on things that are important to teens like growing up and learning about real life and gaining a sense of independence. The teenage kids want to experience being out on their own and being an adult but appreciate the safe and controlled enviThis is also a plus for the parents. Many teens that attend teen summer camps thought they were. “Teens” page 14
City of Santa Cruz Summer Day Camps Camp Cruz, Jr. Explorers, Super Camp and More! 323 Church Street, Santa Cruz Phone: 831-420-5270 Fax: 831-420-5271 e-mail: parksandrec@cityofsantacruz.com web: www.santacruzparksandrec.com trips and is focused for ages 6-7. The Spot is for the nature, outdoors kids ages 8-10 and Super Camp is for your camp youngster ages 5-6. Each session includes swim days at Harvey West Pool. Camp Care Hours: Mon-Fri 10-3 or 7:30 -5:30
Monte Vista Horsemanship Camp 2 School Way, Watsonville, CA 95076 Phone: 831-206-9707 e-mail: MVEquestrian@gmail.com web: www.montevistaequestrian.com The week-long Horsemanship Camp at Monte Vista Christian School is a wonderful opportunity for boys and girls to spend hours every day riding and learning about Western and English riding, as well as crafts, swimming, archery and marshmallow experience! Call Cassie Belmont at (831) 206-9707, email visit for more information today!
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Catalyst Soccer: Player Development Programs Two Great Programs for All Ages and Abilities! Phone: 831-423-3556 or 408-846-KIDS(5437) e-mail: catalystsoccerleague@gmail.com web: www.catalystsoccer.com Catalyst Soccer has been developing players AND coaches on the Central Coast for over a decade. Since its founding in 1999, thousands of youth players of every level receive passionate coaching and an emphasis on skill development and enjoyment of the game. Individual Ball Skill — Moves, turns, shielding the ball, 1v1’s and many dribbling exercises are designed to Problem Solving — Short-Sided — Games with smaller numbers (5v5 or 3v3) allow players to simulate real game situations while maximizing their touches on the ball. Capitola Soquel Times / May 2017 / 13
Kids Camps “Teens” from page 13 The teens sometimes experience trouble being away from home though that is all they talk about doing when they are home. The teen summer camps also take the child from their normal environment and force them to adapt and adjust to a what they are used to. The summer camps for teens also force the children to meet new types of people from walks of life they have never thought of. This allows the teen
see that there is more to life than what they know from home. Teen summer camps can allow teens to do things that their family does not normally do with them and in some cases
and horseback riding are two of the top activities that they do at teen summer camps that most children are not exposed to due to the specialized and expensive equipment needed. These also tend to be the teenagers favorite activities to do at teen summer camps around the world.
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ZOMBIE CAMP F OR AGES 11-14 J ULY 10-14 A PTOS V ILLAGE P ARK Have fun while learning how to protect yourself and your fellow villagers from zombies with essential stealth and survival skills. Learn how to find shelter, shoot an arrow, forage for edibles, locate drinking water, pack a bug-out bag, develop emergency plans, and a variety of other skills (like orienteering and first aid) you’ll need to be prepared to survive a zombie invasion! Special scenarios and missions pit you and your team against the zombies (ok, people acting like flesh-eating foes). All campers will have the chance to play survivors and zombies in different scenarios, and create some amazing zombie make-up and costumes. Program number #17685 For more information or to register, please visit www.scparks.com 14 / May 2017 / Capitola Soquel Times
Packing Tips 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 frehow much 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
When considering what summer camp to send your teen to be sure to look into the teen summer camps in your area. Bring the teen into the decision and let them assist in the decision. They will not only enjoy the chance to pick their own summer camp but will appreciate you treating them as more of an adult which is the point of the teen summer camps anyway. Nothing is worse than a teenage child that feels like a baby because you refused to send them to a teen summer camp but instead sent them to a regular summer camp where they are truly treated as a child instead of the young adult they are.
for dirty clothing. Most camps supply lists of recommended clothing and some include required uniforms. In general, camp gear should be comfortable and durable
Long pants for leg protection on hikes and
poncho Equipment: Flashlight with extra batpre-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. Don’t Pack: Radios, CD players, stereos
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.
Santa Cruz Soccer Camp P.O. Box 2748, Santa Cruz, CA 95063 Phone: 831-246-1517 web: www.santacruzsoccercamp.com 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 12th to the week of August 22nd, located at the beautiful DeLaveaga Park (805 Branciforte Drive, Santa Cruz, 95060). Call or visit our website for more information.
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Santa Cruz County Bank Earns Seventh-Straight Super Premier Rating SANTA CRUZ — Santa Cruz County Bank, a locally owned and operated full-service community bank headquartered in Santa Cruz County, today announced receipt of its seventh consecutive designation of Super Premier performing bank by The Findley Reports, Inc. based upon 2016 financial performance. For a bank to achieve the Super Premier performance rating it must meet four key performance ratios established by Findley Reports, Inc. Super Premier is the highest rating level established by Findley Reports, Inc. Santa Cruz County Bank met the four criteria at a high level of performance: growth, return on beginning equity, net operating income as a percentage of average assets and loan losses as a percentage of gross loans. Gary Steven Findley, Editor of The Findley Reports remarked, “Santa Cruz County Bank has again been recognized
as a Super Premier Performing Bank and remains one of the top performing banks year in and year out. This kind of performance should definitely bring joy to the shareholders.” David Heald, President and CEO of Santa Cruz County Bank commented, “Seven consecutive years as a Super Premier Performing bank is a testament to the hard work and commitment of our Board of Directors, our management team, and our employees to meet high service standards and deliver exceptional value for our shareholders.”
performance of banking institutions in California and the Western United States.
Santa Cruz County Bank, founded in 2004, is a locally owned and operated community bank with offices located in Aptos, Capitola, Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley and Watsonville. For more information about Santa Cruz County Bank, please visit our website www.sccountybank. com. Santa Cruz County Bank was named one of 50 best performing companies on OTCQX based on total return and growth in average daily dollar volume in 2015. Bauer Financial Reports, Inc.: Santa Cruz County Bank rated five star or “Superior” for its financial strength for the quarter ended December 31, 2016. American Banker Magazine: Santa
Cruz County Bank ranked 44th out of 684 institutions in American Banker Magazine’s “Top Performing 200 Community Banks & Thrifts in the United States” based upon 3-year average return on equity. The Bank has ranked in the Top 200 Community Banks in the United States for three consecutive years. Community Awards and Recognition of Santa Cruz County “Big Step Award” for the 2016 Holiday Food Drive. County “Corporate Spirit Award” for outstanding support. “Best Bank” by the readers of the Good Times. Bank” by the readers of Santa Cruz Sentinel.
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he Harbor High School Golf Teams proudly present the 37th Annual Golf Tournament on Friday, May 12, at the beautiful DeLaveaga Golf Course in Santa Cruz. This very special event features a shotgun format, cart, lunch, tee prizes, and dinner by El Palomar Restaurant. There will also be items from local businesses for a silent auction. The Harbor High Golf Team along with the other athletic teams at Harbor
High School can use your support. State and district budget cuts have forced individual schools and Athletic teams responsibility for support. We greatly appreciate the community’s support, and we hope that you will once again consider making a donation or joining us as a foursome or single. For more information contact Scott
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Mid-County High Schools Scoreboard Baseball Coach: Joseph Allegri Harbor 8 – Trinity Christian 6 (Apr 19, CSUMB) Soquel 6 – Harbor 4 (Apr 18, A*) SLV 9 – Harbor 4 (Mar 30, A*) Santa Cruz 5 – Harbor 4 (Mar 28, A*)
Coach: Robert Zuniga Scotts Valley 13 – Soquel 8 (Mar 31, H*) Soquel 3 – Santa Cruz 1 (Mar 29, A*)
Softball Coach: Kaysea Cook Aptos 16 – Harbor 0 (Apr 11, H*) “Scoreboard” page 23
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Input Sought For County Parks Strategic Plan
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he Santa Cruz County Parks Department wants to hear from residents as they create the County’s first Strategic Plan to help guide the future of local parks, facilities, coastal access, open spaces, public art and recreation activities in unincorporated areas of the county. County parks provide substantial recreational, cultural, community and economic benefits to County residents of all ages. While the County maintains dozens of parks offering users a variety of activities, the County has never created a community-wide vision to guide the development of parks and park programs to assure that the needs of all residents are met. “These parks belong to the public, and the community should be involved in creating a vision for the Department,” Santa Cruz County Parks Director Jeff Gaffney said. “Through this process, the public will be a part of envisioning the
future of our wonderful local County parks and programs, and help us cocreate a healthier, more connected and more vibrant community for all.” The Parks Department is soliciting public feedback through an online survey and a series of upcoming public meetings. They are located as follows: 26, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Highlands County Park, 8500 Highway 9, Ben Lomond (map)
p.m.-8:30 p.m., Civic Center Community Room, 275 Main St. (upstairs) (map)
School, 50 Ocean St, Davenport (map)
The Parks Department maintains dozens of parks, coastal access points and recreational and historic facilities and has completed several major new parks and improvements, with plans for more in the works. The Department is also responsible for arts and cultural programs (including public art) and activities published in the annual Activity Guide such as trips, classes, after school care, summer camps and recreational activand volunteer opportunities for children, adults and seniors.
12:00 p.m., Aptos Village County Park, 100 Aptos Creek Rd., Aptos (map) p.m.-8:30 p.m., Community Room at Simpkins Family Swim Center, 979 17th Ave, Santa Cruz (map)
Parks’ programs, activities, and parks, and to sign up for Strategic Plan update go to scparks. com/Home/Parks/StrategicPlan.aspx
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Chronicled by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Journey’s record-setting
Susan “Susie” Werts (second from left) receives her Daughters of the American Revolution national With her are 2 of her 3 children (from left); Holly and Kellen, and husband Greg. migration was recently documented by Associate Professor of Entomology, Dr. David G. James of Washington State University in an article published in the Bulletin of the Oregon Entomological Society. Journey’s story has captivated the hearts and minds of students, parents and their central Oregon community. Werts’ students are currently working on an imaginative book with author Jean Nave of Bend, OR, that will feature Journey’s record-setting migration from his early waystation launch to the perils he faced along his arduous migration trail. Journey’s Flight—One Western Monarch’s Record-Setting Migration is slated to be published in fall 2017. “Journey’s Journey” page 31
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Santa Cruz Police Chief’s Advisory Committee Returns D and Chief Kevin Vogel on these eputy Chief Rick Martinez issues. The discussions allow the announced today the refDepartment to engage and colormation of the Chief’s laborate with the community in a Advisory Committee. The panel comprehensive manner with goals provides a forum for discussion and presents the Chief with a dence and trust. diverse spectrum of viewpoints “We are fortunate to work represented by our community with such a diverse and qualmembers. The Chief’s Advisory Kevin Vogel Committee further creates an avenue for greater understanding between imminent policies such as body cameras,� police and community and promotes said Deputy Chief Martinez. “The relaunch public input into the Department’s policies, of the Chief’s Advisory Committee gives community members a greater voice and strategies, and priorities. The Santa Cruz Police Chief’s Advisory most importantly builds public trust. The Committee consists of local leaders in input shared will assist the Department in
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International Migratory Bird Day WATSONVILLE — The Watsonville Wetlands Watch and the City of Watsonville Nature Center are working together to celebrate this years’ International Migratory Bird Day on Saturday, May 13, by holding highlight the birds of the Watsonville Wetlands. The Watsonville Wetlands support over 250 resident and migratory bird species including many that are rare and declining throughout the State. Tour participants will see a wide variety of bird species and have a great chance to explore the slough system with expert guides. Tours are designed to accommodate both new and experienced birders and people of all ages. Several of the tours to migratory birds, tour participants can expect to be treated to a variety of birds in their colorful breeding plumage or making interesting breeding calls, like Red-winged Blackbirds, Ruddy Ducks, and American Bitterns. The community is invited to attend the following events to celebrate International Migratory Bird Day 2017:
8 to 10 a.m.: Two Bird Walks sponsored by Watsonville Wetlands Watch: the paved East Struve Slough trail that is wheelchair accessible and will see some of our restoration work in progress. bi-lingual and will take us across Department of Fish and Wildlife lands to West Struve Slough. Hugo’s tour requires walking over some uneven terrain and is a great venture out into one of the more wild areas of the Watsonville Slough System. Both trips meet at Fitz Wetlands Education Resource Center located at Pajaro Valley High School at 500 Harkins Slough Road, Watsonville. Get Map/Directions. Wear layers, bring binoculars, hat, sunscreen, and water. 1 to 4 p.m.: Bi-lingual Family Fun Activities sponsored by the City of Watsonville Nature Center. Activities include: game about beak adaptations. Cut and decorate a beautiful bird mask, complete
with feathers, wetland bird coloring sheets, bird puzzle and books. Snacks, too! Address: 30 Harkins Slough Road, Watsonville, CA 95076. Call 831-7681622 for more information.
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anywhere; they rely on a handful of resource-rich and strategically located sites where they may double their body weight as they acquire the energy-rich fat stores miles across continents and oceans. These places are known as stopover sites. The wetlands along the Central Coast, including Watsonville Wetlands, provide crucial habitat for migrating and resident birds. The goal of IMBD is to connect people to nature through birds and to help people understand the importance of bird and habitat conservation. Now in its 27th year, IMBD continues to focus attention on one of the most important and spectacular events in the life of a migratory bird -- its journey between summer and winter homes. Today, IMBD is celebrated in Canada, the U.S., Mexico and Central America. We invite you to join us in this important celebration! To learn more about IMBD and EFTA, visit www.migratorybirdday.org/ To learn more about Watsonville Wetlands Watch, visit www.watsonvillewetlandswatch.org
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2017 National Ag Day Spring Luncheon A record crowd attended the National Agriculture Spring Luncheon held March 15 at the Santa Cruz County Fair Heritage Hall in Watsonville. The annual event is coordinated by the Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau and the educational organization Agri-Culture.
Al Smith Friend of Agriculture Award presented to Ted Burke t the luncheon, the 2017 Al Smith Friend of Agriculture award was presented to Ted Burke, co-owner of Shadowbrook Restaurant in Capitola for his strong support of local agriculture. He is a graduate of the national awardwinning program Focus Agriculture Class XXIV. Burke also: Has encouraged many friends and colleagues to apply to Agri-Culture’s Focus Agriculture program and who have gone on to participate
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Linares, who was the 2016 award recipient, announced the award. This award is named after Al Smith who was the founder of Orchard Supply Hardware and donated 3,000 acres
coast to Cal Poly. The ranch has row crops, timber and even a one-third-scale railroad, which was Al’s hobby. The award is on a piece of redwood with a train depicted on it. It is presented annually to an individual, business or organization not involved in production agriculture but has done much for the industry. 2017 National Ag Day Poster and Poetry Contests lso presented at the luncheon were the winner of the 2017 National Ag Day Poster and Poetry Contests. Daisy Mendoza, from E.A. Hall Middle School in Watsonville, won the poster contest. And Alyssa Burchell, from Creekside School in Santa Cruz, won the Poetry Contest and read his poem at the event. Attached is a list of all winners. It was announced at the luncheon Jose German Basurto was selected as the 2017 recipient of the Jimmie Cox Memorial Scholarship. Attached is information about Jose. Master of Ceremonies for the event was Farm Bureau President Thomas Broz. Thomas spoke about the Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau’s 100th Anniversary and introduced the organization’s “100 Ag-Related Activities to do in Celebration of Farm Bureau’s Centennial Year� campaign. Other notables in attendance include County Supervisors Zach Friend and Bruce McPherson, Scotts Valley Councilmember Stephany Aguilar, Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent, PVUSD and Georgia Acosta, Trustee, PVUSD.
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Daisy Mendoza, 6th Grade, EA Hall Middle School, and Alyssa Burchell, 7th Grade, Creekside School, were the winners of the 2017 Poster and Poetry Contests.
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PMG Joins Dignity Health Medical Foundation SANTA CRUZ — Dignity Health Medical Foundation (DHMF) has signed an agreement with Physicians Medical Group
of Santa Cruz (PMG), the largest network of independent primary care and specialist physicians in Santa Cruz County, to purchase their Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) health plan administrative functions. The agreement is estimated to The
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health care providers in 12 specialties. Physicians Medical Group of Santa
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of independent Primary Care Physicians and Specialists in Santa Cruz County and provides quality healthcare services to the communities of Santa Cruz County. PMG is comprised of hundreds of providers, 42 specialties, and 100 locations.
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“Scoreboard” from page 16 Santa Cruz 10 – Harbor 0 (Mar 30, A*)
Coach: Shawn Gallardo Scotts Valley 11 – Soquel 1 (Mar 30, A*)
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Soquel def SLV (32-30, 25-14, 25-16) (Apr 12, A*) Aptos def Soquel (3-0) (Mar 31, H*) Mt Madonna def Soquel (3-0) (Mar 29, A*) Soquel def Scotts Valley (3-0) (Mar 24, A*) (*League Match)
Coach: Matt Schutz Harbor def Scotts Valley (25-17, 25-16, 25-18) (Apr 19, H*) (Mar 31, A*) Harbor def SLV (3-0) (Mar 29, H*) Aptos def Harbor (3-0) (Mar 24, A*)
Coach: Brett McGary Santa Cruz def Soquel (25-23, 25-23, 15-25, 25-20) (Apr 19, A*) Capitola Soquel Times / May 2017 / 23
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Capitola City Hall Update By Jamie Goldstein, Capitola City Manager
Park Avenue Bike Lane Repairs he City is working with Graniterock to reconstruct the bike lane along Park Avenue that was heavily damaged during the February storms. The repairs will include the construction of a new retaining wall below the road and reconstruction of
constructed pathways will resume in early May and should take three to four weeks to complete.
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PG&E Community Pipeline Safety Initiative G&E has embarked on a region-wide Community Pipeline Safety Initiative that aims to remove structures, trees, and other vegetation, which has the potential to damage its underground, high-pressure natural gas line. PG&E’s natural gas line extends through Capitola, in an east-west direction, from approximately Gross Road to McGregor Drive. As part of the project, PG&E received City permits to remove three trees and trim
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be to remove the large fallen trees from the area to allow the retaining wall to be built. Daytime closures of Park Avenue between Kennedy Drive and Coronado Street will be necessary during construction, which will be completed this summer. Initial Capitola Branch Library Design Approved n late March, the City Council approved the schematic design for the new, permanent Capitola Branch Library, which will replace the temporary structure on Wharf Road. The 11,700-square-foot building will include separate spaces for children, teens, and adults, a community meeting room, and access to current technology.
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the Rispin Mansion/Peery Park property. The permits were issued through the City’s standard tree removal process, including Bicycle Advisory Committee. The Bicycle Advisory Committee currently meets on the second Monday of every other month from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., in the Regional Transportation Commission’s Conference (above Chef Works). The public is welcome to attend. Contact Cory Caletti, senior
transportation planner/bicycle coordinator, at info@sccrtc.org or (831) 460-3200. Applications are available on the RTC’s website.
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Stage 3 Water Shortage Still in Effect for Soquel Creek Water District Customers
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the drought in much of the state. Areas that rely on surface water fared especially well. However, not everyone is out of the woods yet. Governor Brown’s recent Executive Order B-40-17, which of California, keeps drought areas with overdrafted groundwater basins. Many groundwater supplies in California have been drawn down to unsustainable levels even before the most recent drought began. While the recent deluge may have helped to begin recharging these groundwater supplies, full recovery is estimated to take several years or even decades of ample rainfall/ recharge and reduced pumping. Soquel Creek Water District relies 100% on local groundwater sources - we
water.org/cwp. A Stage 3 Water Shortage calls for a 25% reduction in water use over 2013 usage. This roughly equates to each person in the District using no more than 50 gallons per day. Our community has made amazing strides in water conservation in the last few years and is already at this goal! All that we ask this year is for the community to continue saving water and to make your conservation practices a way of life. To review the District’s rules regarding water waste,
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the additional Stage 3 water restrictions, please see “The Rules of Water Waste” on our website at www.soquelcreekwater. org/conserving-water/our-water-wasterules. Some frequently asked questions are included below: 1) Can I wash my car at home?
state reservoirs and snowpack. Though the nozzle is used and care is taken to reduce
term water supply problem. Our groundwater supply is overdrafted because more water has historically been pumped out than is naturally recharged through rainfall. For many years, groundwater levels in our area have been dropping and remain too low to protect against seawater intrusion. Overdraft of the groundwater basin is not sustainable and seawater intrusion at the coastline is present in the Aptos, Seascape, La Selva Beach, and Pleasure Point areas. As a result, the District is in a Groundwater Emergency, which has At the regularly scheduled Board of Directors meeting on April 4, 2017, the Board voted to remain in a Stage 3 Water Shortage for at least another year based on the ongoing presence of the Groundwater Emergency. This is the same curtailment stage that the District has been in for the last three years. Maintaining the current level of conservation will help us continue to protect our groundwater supply while we develop new water sources. Currently, the District is evaluating three supply options within our Community Water Plan: groundwater replenishment and desalination. For more information
property. Washing with a bucket or with waterless spray is also appropriate. 2) Are fountains and ponds allowed? Fountains and ponds are allowed as long as they are recirculating. 3) Can I use my pressure washer? Pressure washing is permitted, if in preparation for painting and staining, or for the purposes of health and safety. 4) Is there water rationing? No, there is no water rationing or budgeting in place at this time. We are simply asking customers to meet our voluntary water use guideline of 50 gallons or less per person, per day. “SqCWD” page 31
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25. Geological Society of America 28. Reduced Instruction Set Computer 30. Make slightly wet 35. Ice crystals 37. Alice Waters’ “____ Panisse” 39. Apprehensive 40. Deborah Kerr to Yul Brynner’s King Mongkut 41. Skeleton leg part 43. Military no-show 44. Nigerian money 46. Earth’s satellite 47. First queen of Carthage 48. Broadband predecessor 50. Pot contribution 52. Sophomore’s grade 53. Breathe after a race 55. Not in good health
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Celebrating Over 30 Years of Marriage
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hen I read about the Valentine’s Day Poetry Contest in the Aptos Times in January, I knew I had to give it a shot. It wasn’t just the winner’s
my attention. This was personal. I like to write. I adore my wife and love to surprise her. And I strongly applaud the idea that citizen poetry is recognized and celebrated in our community. “What could be more fun than to write a few sweet verses about Colette and maybe, just maybe, win the contest?” I asked myself. “What a surprise that would be!” So I went to work.
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nearly 40 years ago, and how everything
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relaxing about we’d started as no pretense or was because we
no pressure to conform, no need to impress, just two people being ourselves. Whatever the case, something clicked that night as we shared stories and enjoyed take-out pizza at her new apartment. It wasn’t the romantic scenario we’d both made the experience all the more authentic. We trusted what we were feeling, though we didn’t yet know what it was. Courtship leads to a discovery e became inseparable from that day
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an amazing discovery: we were very, very happy together. And in that discovery, we came to appreciate that love is not scripted, not always rational, and certainly not The beauty of love is locked up in its mystery, not in its predictability. It is confounding and exasperating and absolutely essential, all at the same time. And it happens whether you’re ready for it or not. Colette and I were married in 1980 at St. Anne of the Sunset Church in San Francisco. Our lives beyond our dreams. Today, we are both semi-retired, with two adult daughters and one grandchild. We still there has never been a day when we weren’t blessedly in love.
“Highway 17 bisects undeveloped, wildlife-rich land in the Santa Cruz Mountains, and for the safety of deer, mountain lion, and motorists, too, we need to connect this habitat with a safe corridor,” said California Secretary for Natural Resources John Laird. “CDFW, Caltrans and the new transportation package have come together to solve this problem.” Senate Bill 1, the transportation funding package, includes $30 million for advanced mitigation strategies for projects similar to the creative Highway 17 project. 26 / May 2017 / Capitola Soquel Times
“You wrote this?” he piece I wrote for the poetry contest was inspired by the experiences we’ve shared during our 36 years of marriage. Amazingly, it won in the “30 or more years of marriage” category. I surprised Colette with a copy of the poem and gift cer-
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in her Valentine’s card. Her reaction: “Huh. You wrote this?” And then she gave We enjoyed a superb dinner at Sanderlings in early March. Seated by a window with full view of the ocean, we watched a glorious sunset as we sipped sangria (specially made for Colette) and chardonnay. Then we dug into a delectable apple and bacon salad, spicy Manhattan-style clam chowder, freerange roast chicken and prawn scampi, with a tasty apple cobbler for dessert. All told, it was one of the best dining experiences we’ve ever had! Thank you, Sanderlings and Times Publishing Group, for making it possible. What we’ve learned It’s impossible to recount all the lessons we’ve learned over the course of our marriage, but some stand out. Here are a few that come to mind: 1. Marriage is not a competition. It works best as a partnership of equals, with each willing to compromise or concede a point to the other much of the time. Learning when to yield can be hard, but it invariably results in a stronger relationship built on mutual respect
“Not only will this improve wildlife habitat connectivity and highway safety, but will also allow us to expedite future transportation projects using the mitigation credits made available,” said Caltrans Director Malcolm Dougherty. Caltrans, CDFW, the Land Trust of Santa Cruz County, Pathways for Wildlife, the U.C. Santa Cruz Puma Study and the Santa Cruz County Transportation Commission all worked together to develop a solution for the wildlife crossing at Laurel Curve. Caltrans has built similar wildlife crossings on highways 1, 68, 101, 152 and 280.
and equal footing rather than arguing skills. 2. Words matter. Some are very hard to take back. We have learned to disagree candidly without making the issue unduly personal. A niece caught up in a marital spat once asked us how often we call each other nasty names. She was shocked by my answer. “Never,” I said. “It isn’t who we are.” 3. starvation. There’s nothing wrong with giving space to a spouse who needs time to be alone or pursue things independently. Conversely, there’s nothing wrong with wanting attention and companionship now and then. Finding the right balance is part of any healthy marriage. 4. but don’t ignore body language. Colette and I share our thoughts and feelings regularly, but we’re both aware that nonverbal communication – or silence – is sometimes more revealing. Patience and empathy usually solve the problem in time. 5. Trust is everything. Do all you can to strengthen and protect it. It will set
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Tuesday Night Live (TNL) Celebrates Eight Years of Food & Festivities T uesday Night Live, the brainchild of Tony Alonzo and became a project for a group of adventurous seniors at The Mid-County Senior Center at 829 Bay Avenue in Capitola. Alonzo had a garden plot at the center and was enjoying the bounty of the harvest one sunset. He thought it would be fun to share the food with other members of the center and create a fundraiser at the same time. Along with Donna Fernandez, Alice Crawford, Helen Heinz and other volunteers at the center they established an activity for sharing a light meal and gardening tips.
Initially the meals they shared were chili and cornbread or taco salads. The kitchen at the center is fashioned with a roll up window making it easy to pass Attendance was typically the garden folks and a handful of active members that were around enjoying other activities. Once Hedy Mowrey got involved and introduced board games after the meal the number of attendees grew rapidly and so did the chef’s aspirations. Of all the games, Mexican Train Dominos is the most popular, but there are many others that stay for their own favorites. Mowrey took over the expansion to a full meal on a weekly basis along with Jim Bowman, a form member who was also President of the Board. Jim and others served as “Guest Chefs” with great enthusiasm and diverse culinary temptations.
Tuesday Night Live celebrates their anniversary with the delivery of a brand new stove! Soon the number of weekly tabletops increased as the word got out to other members and their guests. A salad bar and dessert table evolved rapidly adding to the variety of delicious temptations.
Currently, Jerry Shevenell, a retired Navy cook, who graciously credits his mother for his inspiration, is the dominant chef with the help of numerous volunteers. Grey Bears provides a bounty of food donations and musicians take to the stage providing easy listening music and dance melodies What more could any of us ask for? a collection of board games for after dinner social time which became a bit hit for family groups and singles -- especially the Mexican Train Dominos and live music added to the social delights of the growing crowd of attendees. Mid-County Senior Center Board President Linda Minton thinks the crew that keeps this bright idea shining deserves a big round of applause! Indeed, every Tuesday Night Live gathering you will not only hear clapping and kudos for
the wonderful food service but the sound music that calls out from the stage. Local musicians take turns providing entertainment on a regular basis. Performances include All Shook Up, Tin Pan Alley Cats, Roar & Shack as well as visiting guests, which recently included a talented Elvis impersonator complete with sideburns.
overview of all the programs and events happening each month. Membership to the center is a activity discounts, a vote during annual elections and receipt of the newsletter by mail. Additionally a discount on the renting our facility for your own
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Community Calendar Announcements
The 2017 Human Race
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Capitola-Aptos Rotary — Zach Friend Dinner & Roast apitola-Aptos Rotary, C Supervisor Zach Friend, and LEO’s Haven request the honor of
your presence at this special event. Presenters include: Deputy Police Chief Rick Martinez, Supervisor Bruce McPherson, Steve Allen, Capitola-Aptos Rotary and others in the community, LEO’s Haven will be a permanent legacy of compassion and inclusion providing play while fostering awareness, respect and friendship. Leo’s Haven.
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auction, Music from Kenny Hill and Carolyn Sills Combo. To donate or volunteer, contact capitoladesign.com
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resentation by Jay Moriarity Foundation. Topic: The foundation, it’s purpose, and upcoming 16th Annual Jay Moriarity Memorial Paddleboard Race to be held on Capitola Beach on June 17, 2017. Lunch catered by Whole Foods Market Capitola. Register online at www. capitolachamber.com or call
friendly free 12-step support group with the solution group with the solution. Teens and adults welcome. Includes compulsive overeating, anorexia and bulimia. Located in the Gazebo Room.
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39th Annual Spring Plant Sale
support group for adults grieving the death of a family member or – $25 donation at the gate) a friend. This group is a place where you can share stories, learn ll plants are student-grown. tools for coping, and receive Proceeds from the sale fund support from people who care. the Environmental Horticulture For more information, please call Facility for the upcoming school year. We do not do mail order sales. The Silent Auction features rare and unusual plants donated First & Third Fridays by local gardeners and nurseries. Friday Shakespeare Club of Family memberships available at Santa Cruz the entrance for $25.
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eymour Marine Discovery Center presents a public Lucky Steppers Modern Friday Shakespeare Club lecture from a marine scientist Square Dance of Santa Cruz the third Sunday of every Volunteers Needed for the month. Topics are presented in Monterey Symphony his is the oldest women’s club an entertaining and easyhe Monterey Symphony is in Santa Cruz, meets at Peace to-understand format, with seeking volunteers. If you love t’s fun and easy to do! Friendship put to music; family United Church, 909 High Street. up-to-date photos, video, and music and want to be involved, friendly. Class takes place every The club meets to study the life, discussion. please call (831) 646-8511 or visit Thursday Night at our new works and times of William ShakeScience Sunday does not meet www.montereysymphony.org for home in La Selva Beach! (Take speare. Members share group in December. For more info visit more information. Mar Monte off of Hwy 1, turns readings and insights, discuss seymourcenter.ucsc.edu into Playa Blvd., turn right on history, and universal themes Estrella) found in his plays and writings. Cabrillo Youth Strings/ For more information, contact Sue For more information please call Suzuki Music Program 831-684-2832 new entry-level String Orchestra class 4th- 6th Second Saturdays Each Month Fridays thru Sundays Grade Beginning Strings for Friendship Put to Music! 2nd Saturday on the Farm violin, viola and cello will be thru April 30 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Ag History ‘Anything Goes’ Production
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his is a night for true “Social Tango.� Order a wonderful meal from the Star Bene Argentine titchers-by-the-Sea, the local Menu, (or their well known italian page for more details. FREE menu), and enjoy the ambiance of chapter of the Embroiderers’ Argentina and join us in a social Second Sundays Each Month Guild of America, holds regular tango dance to music from the meetings open to the public each Golden Age of Tango. Downtown Santa Cruz month. No admission fees. Private instruction and classes by Antique Street Fair arrangement. For more information, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Lincoln St.
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antiques and unique items. Come and check it out! Browse through a wide assortment of treasures including books and photographs, vintage jewelry, clothing, glass and ceramic collectibles, vintage hawaiian kitsch, turquoise, original artwork, and a whole lot of whatnot! For more info, please contact us
Theatre Sundays Matinees: 2 p.m. cotts Valley High School Theatre Arts Department presents Cole Porter’s “Anything Goes.� Kendra Kannegaard and Dani Zuccolotto are directing the school’s spring musical, Cole Porter’s “Anything Goes.� Tickets available via showtix4u. com, or they can be purchased at the door.
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days to get down to the basics of a frustrating situation. Once you break a problem down into incremental pieces, you can divide and conquer it! You get encouragement from unexpected sources mid-month, but you aren’t complaining cuz you’ll take all of the positive feedback you can get. Your past experiences are at the front of your mind as May comes to a close, but somehow you aren’t jaded. Keeping a positive outlook even when things look bleak sets you apart from the rest of the negative-leaning crowd.
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Cal School Dashboard More Than a Single Number By Scott Turnbull, Superintendent Soquel Unified Elementary School District
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ypically, I like to use this space to highlight student and teacher programs and achievements in our district. This month, I thought it important to highlight an important shift in how school accountability is now being measured using the California School Dashboard. The key features within the new accountability system, according to the California Department of Education (CDE), are Multiple Measures, Equity, and Supporting Local Decision-Making. The new accountability system is not static. It takes into consideration where a school currently is performing and also the growth or decline from the previous year. Many of us became acclimated with the previous public school accountability system. At a federal level, we had what was called Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP). At the state level, in California, we had the Academic Performance Index (API). It is the latter, the API, that parents & community became most familiar with. The API was a single number between 200 – 1,000 and the state set of a goal for schools to reach at least 800. This number was used in a wide variety of formats to represent the quality of a school. For example, it was not uncommon for realtors to list a high API of a neighborhood school as a selling point. The API had been in place since 1999 as part of the Public Schools Accountability Act. While I won’t go in-depth here on opinions of AYP & API, I feel it’s safe to say that the systems’ main attributes were that at least there was some measure of accountability and that the data was broken down into subgroups such as English Learners and Socioeconomically Disadvantaged Students. The main challenge with these previous systems was that they were narrowly focused on
only one standardized test score. You might remember that test, the California Standards Test (CST). Having schools judged on a single test excluded the numerous so hard on. It would be like only looking at one single gauge to determine if your car was functioning properly. What if you only looked at your fuel gauge? Yes, that’s important but we all know you can’t ignore the oil pressure & temperature gauges not to mention the odometer and check engine lights. Enter the California School Dashboard. It is designed to take a more holistic look at school accountability. My purpose here isn’t to tout its strengths and weaknesses. Let’s face it, no school accountability system is going to be perfect. Schools are complex places made up of human beings, not widgets. Still, the dashboard model is a step in the right direction in that at least it takes into account other indicators, and not just a single test score. Let’s take a closer look at the California School Dashboard. First, it’s important to know that it is based on Governor Brown’s 2013 school funding reform known as the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF). Next, it’s critical to know that test scores still do play a part in accountability. The state test is now called the Smarter Balanced Assessment. Other
indicators included in the dashboard are Suspension Rate, English Learner Progress, Chronic Absenteeism and Rates & Preparation for College/ Career. On each indicator, districts and schools receive one performance levels. The performance levels are indicated by color (blue, green, yellow, orange or red). Blue is the highest and red is the lowest. The performance levels are also indicated by the number of segments in a circle. Red will always have just one segments. The overall performance level is based on how current performance (status) compares to past performance (change). There’s much more to the whole system. For example, the dashboard will break data out into important subgroups so we can make sure we are supporting all students. If you would like to review the website yourself you can go to www.casiteration of the California School so everyone can learn more about its the fall of 2017. I began this article with the quote, “What gets measured gets done.� In any system of accountability, then, it’s imperative to make sure that the right indicators are being measured. “SUESD� page 31
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“Journey’s Journey” from page 18 A devoted mother of three and passionate champion for wildlife protection and preservation, Werts earned her BA in Political Science at UCLA and Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction at USF. She holds teaching credentials in Multiple Subjects, Special Education and English Language Learners.
She will receive her National Conservation Medal on May 20, 2017 at the DAR state conference award luncheon in Wilsonville, Oregon. Next year, educator Werts plans to continue her acclaimed work in conservation education working on a collaborative grant-funded project establishing bat houses in the Deschutes National Forest.
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o celebrate our dear friends over at KPig Radio on this week of the 7th Annual Days of Wine and Wet Noses, we’ve having a PIG as our Pet of the Week! Here at the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter, we shelter/care for/reunite/ and adopt-out more than just cats, dogs, and rabbits. Currently in our barn we have: chickens, a horse, and two pigs; all of them looking for homes of their own! We have a parakeet, a turtle, and three Guinea pigs too. Shirley (A234831) is a delightfully friendly young pet pig that sadly lost her home. She takes treats nicely, walks on harness and leash, and happily comes when called… wagging her curly tail! Shirley even eats dinner out of a food puzzle toy, like many dogs, to keep her mind busy and challenged. Pigs make fun family friends, can be house-trained, and even enjoy learning tricks! Shirley is young adult, female, potbelly pig mix To adopt your new friend, come to Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter 2200 7th Ave, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter has two full-service, open-admission shelters: Santa Cruz Location – 2200 7th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 Hours: Tuesday-Friday: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Saturday-Monday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Watsonville Location – 580 Airport Blvd, Watsonville, CA 95076 Open Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (closed 12-1) Closed on Sunday SCCAS Main line: 831-454-7200. Animal Control: 831-454-7227. AfterHours Emergency: 831-471-1182
Susan “Susie” Werts with her students at the Sisters, Ore., waystation.
5) Am I only allowed to water my yard on certain days? No, but there is a restriction on watering during the day with sprinklers. To reduce evaporative loss, sprinklers may not be used between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. 6) Where can I get the required “Water may only be served upon customer request” table tent signs for my restaurant, or the signs informing my hotel guests of their option to forego daily laundering of linens?
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With the dashboard model of accountability, the state of California’s Department of Education clearly has moved in a more broadly than a single test score. It also has emphasized improvement (rather than just current status) in the system. In Soquel Union Elementary
School District, like districts across California, we will use data from the California School Dashboard to help us understand our strengths and weakness and inform our Local Control & Accountability Plan (LCAP). We will work to continuously improve. As the great singer Ella Fitzgerald once said, “It isn’t where you came from; it’s where you’re going that counts.” Capitola Soquel Times / May 2017 / 31
Health & Lifestyle Expo for Women Thursday, May 18, 5-8 pm
Cocoanut Grove, 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz Santa Cruz County women – you deserve to feel good in your body, mind, and soul. Do you want to invite improved health, more activity, better nutrition, and increased overall wellness into your life? You can be a healthier you! Ladies, grab your friends and family. Moms, take the night off. This event is all about YOU. 4 $$& ** () * &+ +"'&* 4 ' $ /!" "+')* 4 ,& "- . 0*
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